Former Reg Vardy senior executive Graeme Potts leaves Lex Service at the end of the month “to pursue new opportunities”. He is RAC group managing director and a main board director.

In a reorganisation, Barrie Thrussell will head operations which includes the RAC and report to Andy Harrison, Lex chief executive.

Mr Harrison thanked Mr Potts for his “substantial contribution” in turning around the RAC's performance, adding: “The new organisation will bring a strong focus on our growth opportunities and greater clarity on customer needs.”