Livingston Football Club has today parted company with first team manager Gary Bollan.

Gary's immediate departure, together with assistant Scott Paterson, ends his two and a half year association with the club.

The board of directors would like to place on record its appreciation for Gary and Scott's contribution to the club over that period. Both have given good service to Livingston and are departing with our best wishes for the future.

Although initial success has been achieved on the field, it has become clear to the board more recently that a change of management is required to deliver our long- standing vision for the club's football operations.

Head of Youth Development Brian Welsh will assume responsibility for first team matters for an interim period whilst a suitable candidate for the manager's position is identified.