The newly appointed TT Clerk of the Course has told Manx Radio the change was made for a number of reasons.
It was announced this morning Eddie Nelson had been replaced by the General Secretary of the ACU, Gary Thompson.
Speaking to Manx Radio the former army officer said some of Mr Nelson's comments at TT2011 had been unfortunate:
Tributes paid to Island resident and Olympic Silver medallist, Maurice Herriott
"A remarkable athlete, and a big part of our community."
Billy Harris beaten in US Open Qualification
Island player lost by two sets to one
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David Mullarkey selected by Great Britain for road running championships
Island athletics star heading for Denmark