The articles of association of Trent Ltd state that Cyril and David are appointed until aged 60 as Company Secretary and Chief Accountant respectively at salaries of £30,000 per annum. Cyril and David took up their posts five years ago, when they were 35 and 40 respectively.
(a) Cyril has received a letter from the Chairman of Trent Ltd discharging him from the post of Company Secretary. Cyril would like to retain the job;
(b) David has given his resignation to the Board of Trent Ltd but the Board will not accept it. Advise Cyril and David.