Posted 10th January 2014 | 4 Comments
Scottish route director 'sacked' from Network Rail
NETWORK RAIL has confirmed that its route managing director for Scotland David Simpson has left the company.
Mr Simpson, who was said to have been popular in the Scottish transport community, had been suspended following an internal investigation into the 'improper' promotion of a member of his staff.
He had placed Anne-Marie Harmon in charge of transport arrangements for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, allegedly in breach of the company's rules.
It is reported that Ms Harmon will be returning to her job, but neither she nor Mr Simpson have been available for comment.
Meanwhile, Mr Simpson's responsibilities have passed for the time being to the route's area director west, David Dickson, until a permanent replacement can be appointed.
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Geoff Steel, Northampton
I wholeheartedly agree with James (Carnoustie) and I too was really shocked and disappointed to hear this news.
James T Egan, Carnoustie
A very knowledgable person whom I had the pleasure to meet personally with on a couple of occasions relating to railway business. A person with great integrity and appetite for the company.
Network Rail have no idea whatsoever what they have lost .
But that is typical of this company. Thank goodness I decided to retire early.
David is far too talented to be out of work for long so his expertise will be beneficial elsewhere. A sad loss.
Brian Hayes, Wigan
Pity such a nice man, met him a few time on TSSA duties.
Martin Hollands, Aylesbury
Hmmm, I think this is a case of NR shooting itself in the foot. I am so glad I got out when I did.
Hope David gets a suitable job somewhere his abilities will be recognised. Transport Scotland please take note.