THE managing director of Warrington Borough Transport, John Bannister has been sacked.

Clr Les Hoyle, chairman of Warrington Borough Transport, announced that Mr Bannister had his employment terminated yesterday, Tuesday following an internal investigation.

Although he ruled the decision was subject to appeal.

The former finance director at the bus company had only been in the top post for a year when he was suspended in April while investigations took place.

Clr Hoyle said: “Warrington Borough Transport is and remains committed to providing the best possible passenger transport service for everyone who lives, visits and does business in Warrington and our focus remains on delivering a high quality service to our customers."

Charlie Shannon will continue in his role as acting managing director.