MEMBERS of Warminster Chamber of Commerce held a surprise lunch for outgoing president John Agate to thank him for two year's outstanding service.

The farewell, at the Farmer's Hotel, was in recognition of the hard work he put in leading the chamber.

New president Tim Trounson was elected at the chamber's annual meeting.

Mr Trounson is expected to use the skills he gained as a Royal Navy ship's captain and staff officer to encourage Warminster businesses to greater success.

Two new committee members were also nominated at the annual meeting at the Old Bell, Warminster.

Grant Chamberlain, of Aquila Associates and Sarah Bartlett of Shopmobility have joined the group.