Scottish Rugby has sacked chief executive Alex Williamson following an independent investigation into his conduct. He was placed on extended leave in May this year, with Scottish Rugby giving no details at the time about the reasons behind the decision. Chairman of Scottish Rugby Limited, John McGuigan, said in a statement: “The board of Scottish Rugby has today dismissed Alex Williamson from his position as chief executive with immediate effect. “His dismissal follows the conclusion of an independent investigation into matters that were brought to the board’s attention earlier this year. “In light of the investigation findings, the board of Scottish Rugby concluded that the CEO’s conduct had fallen significantly below the standards we set as an organisation.”