The Scottish Media Group, who own Virgin Radio, among other things, has confirmed that its chief executive, Andrew Flanagan, is to step down with immediate effect after ten years in charge. He will be replaced, for the time being, by Donal Emslie, who currently heads up SMG's TV business. The company say that Flanagan's departure is completely amicable, with the company's chairman, Chris Masters, telling reporters that the former chief exec had made an "outstanding contribution" to the development of the company, which he said was now "well positioned to capitalise on the strength of its brands through the opportunities that digital technology presents". The company will start to look for a permanent replacement more or less straight away.
Jul 20, 2006
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SMG chief executive stands down
Scottish Media Group chief executive Andrew Flanagan has stepped down after ten years, with TV head Donal Emslie named as interim replacement.