STAFF changes at Fleet News will see the appointment of Jonathan Manning as the new editor, and John Maslen as managing editor, with effect from October 12.

Manning was previously managing editor of the fleet industry's leading newspaper, while Maslen was deputy editor. The changes follow the departure of former editor Ashley Martin to set up his own company.

'With the forthcoming changes to company car taxation, the new health and safety responsibilities of employers towards at-work drivers, and mounting environmental pressures on fleet operators, this is an important and exciting time to take over the reins,' said Manning.