(08 Jun 2022, 8:01 am)Chris 1 wrote My initial thoughts were the same; but then on reflection he's done the dirty work for the new man coming in.  The resentment or bad feeling that the upcoming service changes, closing Chester, downgrading Hexham et all generate can all be directed towards the previous MD, giving the incoming MD a fresh page.

I'm sure the incoming MD will love that his reputation has been destroyed and he's coming in with a fresh page!
Mind, judging by the comments made by ex ANE drivers on here, I'm not sure it has been!