Hadden set to be offered new role

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The 54-year-old former school teacher's four years in charge came to an end following a meeting of the SRU board on Thursday in which the country's performance at the recent RBS 6 Nations was dissected.

But Hadden's future is unclear as he was set to continue discussions over a future role at the SRU. Whether that involves coaching or a move to a managerial position remains to be seen but it appears his bosses are keen not to dispense of his services altogether.

Hadden was effectively a dead man walking after failing to meet the SRU's minimum requirement of two Six Nations wins per season for the second successive year.

The search has already begun for his replacement, with former England head coach Andy Robinson - currently in charge of Edinburgh - the early front-runner.

SRU chief executive Gordon McKie said of Hadden's departure: "It was agreed with Frank Hadden that a change in head coach is required to allow us to plan fully for the 2011 Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.

"On behalf of the board, I have thanked Frank for his hard work and commitment during his term as national coach."

It was a sad end for Hadden, who was adamant to the last that Scotland had the players capable of challenging for the Six Nations title but were handicapped by the lack of preparation time for Test matches compared to their rivals.

Former Scotland and Lions flanker Finlay Calder was among the first to react to his departure.

He said: "I am sorry to hear the news but its understandable as he has found himself under enormous pressure. He has come under sometimes unwarranted criticism and I feel for him. I hope he has come to this decision himself and wish him luck."