Outgoing Raith Rovers CEO Andrew Barrowman has spoken out on his sudden exit from the club - claiming he was shocked to learn his contract had been "terminated with immediate effect".
The Championship side announced Barrowman's departure in a brief statement on Friday, but failed to clarify whether he had been dismissed or had left of his own volition.
Now, Barrowman has revealed he received the "unexpected" news on Thursday that his employment had been terminated "due to the role of Chief Executive being made redundant."
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In a post shared on X on Monday, Barrowman wrote: "Following the club's announcement of my departure from Raith Rovers I feel it is important to provide some clarity.
"On Thursday February 13th, I was informed that my employment with the club had been terminated with immediate effect due to the role of Chief Executive being made redundant.
"To say the news came as a surprise is an understatement. While I obviously don't agree with the decision, I respect the club's wishes and remain incredibly proud of the progress we made during my time at the club.
"I also want to express my appreciation to everyone who has contacted me over the past few days: your support has been truly overwhelming and has helped me to process the unexpected announcement by the club.
"It has been a privilege to work with the dedicated staff, players, volunteers and supporters who make Raith Rovers such a special club, and I wish them every success in the future."
Following the club's announcement of my departure from Raith Rovers I feel it is important to provide some clarity. On Thursday February 13th, I was informed that my employment with the club had been terminated with immediate effect due to the role of Chief Executive being made… pic.twitter.com/OkEjRRiOBI
— Andrew Barrowman (@a_barrowman) February 17, 2025
Barrowman, 40, joined the Stark's Park outfit as part of the new ownership consortium in May 2023.
He worked as sporting director at Kelty Hearts before making the switch to Fife.
A statement from the Board of Directors on Friday read: “We would like to thank Andrew for his hard work and dedication during his time at the Club and we wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
"Raith Rovers will continue to be led by the Board of Directors, with our skilled and dedicated workforce managing the Club’s day-to-day operations."
