Following a year of increased business, rural insurer NFU Mutual has moved to a new larger office in Witney. Expansion over recent years meant the insurer’s previous office was no longer big enough, and the company has taken up new premises in Des Roches Square, Witan Way, after moving from Langdale Close.

Dan McDonald, an agent at the firm, said: “After eight years we have had to move to larger premises. While the offices served us well over the years, the need to relocate had been apparent for some time.

“We have taken on two new staff this year and are likely to expand further in 2010. All of this reflects the continuing strong growth we’re seeing in Witney, despite the difficult economic times.”

NFU Mutual employs a total of ten people in Witney.

Lindsay Sinclair, group chief executive, added: ''I'm delighted that our new Witney office will be able to provide motorists, homeowners, and business people with a friendly, local face and the insurance cover for all the things they need.''