COLWYN Bay chairman Dave Tichiner has announced his shock resignation from the role.

The popular figure revealed that he is standing down with immediate effect due to ongoing health issues, and club directors will meet this week to discuss future plans going forward.

In a statement released on the Seagulls’ website, Tichiner said: “It is with regret and great sadness that I have had to step down from being chairman of Colwyn Bay Football Club because of ongoing health issues that prevent me carrying out my duties.

“I have tried to solider on for some time now, but it has been a struggle for the last nine months.

“It is especially disappointing after the last three of four years of ups and downs, as I believe we were starting to get things right with Alan (Morgan), Craig (Hogg) and Neil (Coverley) at the helm, but unfortunately, I just can’t continue in my current role.

“I definitely believe the club is moving in the right direction and will continue to progress under this current management team.

“I’d like to thank all the directors, management team, players, clubhouse staff and club volunteers for their support over the past five years and hope you will continue to help the club moving forward.

“I’d also like to thank the supporters for sticking with the team through thick and thin – your support has been incredible.”

Tichiner also revealed he was stepping down entirely from the board of directors, and “wished the club the very best for the future”.