Former CBI boss trades blows with president over dismissal

Tony Danker claims he has been made the fall guy', while Brian McBride accuses him of being selective over exit

The crisis at the scandal-hit Confederation of British Industry has burst into open conflict, as its recently sacked director general and current president argued over the grounds for his dismissal.

In separate interviews broadcast on Wednesday morning, Tony Danker - who was dismissed earlier this month as head of the CBI after allegations about his workplace conduct - said his reputation had been totally destroyed", while its president, Brian McBride, accused Danker of being selective" in his account of his departure.