Scots Labour spin chief quits after six months
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Charlie Mann, the former BBC journalist, said he decided the role was "not for him" as he unveiled his departure.
And he said in a statement today: "“Having joined the Scottish Labour Party as Head of Communications, after a career spent working in public relations and broadcasting, I have decided the role is not for me.
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Hide AdHis departure comes amid internal party warfare over the decision to stop funding ex-leader Kezia Dugdale's legal battle with pro-independence blogger Wings Over Scotland.
Mr Mann had previously worked as PR chief for ex-Hearts owner Vladimir Romanov. He was appointed in the Labour role in April.
A Labour spokesperson added: “Charlie Mann has resigned his position as Head of Communications with Scottish Labour. Charlie leaves with our good wishes for the future.”