James Fowler leaves Queen of the South by mutual consent

Queen of the South have parted company with manager James Fowler.

Fowler, who was appointed the Doonhamers' manager in September 2014, leaves his post by mutual consent. 

Assistant manager Gavin Skelton and Jim Thomson will take temporary control of the first team until the end of the season. 

"It's always disappointing when a manager leaves. We thank James for his efforts and wish him all the best for the future," Queen of the South chairman chairman Billy Hewitson told the club's official website. 

Skelton and Thomson will take charge of the first team for Saturday's home match against Livingston and for the final game of the season away at Hibernian on May 1.

Queen of the South currently sit seventh in the Scottish Championship table.