Joanna Coates has resigned as chief executive of UK Athletics and performance director Sara Symington has stepped down to join British Cycling. Coates was appointed in February 2020, after Zara Hyde-Peters opted not to take up the role. UK Athletics chair Ian Beattie said: “I’d like to thank Jo and Sara for their work and I wish them both all the best for the future.” Development director Mark Munro will take over as interim boss. UK Athletics says that will “provide strategic continuity and leadership to the staff, athletes and coaches”.
