McDonald's boss fired after dating employee bbc.com

Steve Easterbrook had a consensual relationship with another member of staff, violating company rules.
McDonald's has fired its chief executive Steve Easterbrook after he had a relationship with an employee.

The US fast-food giant said the relationship was consensual, but Mr Easterbrook had "violated company policy" and shown "poor judgment".

In an email to staff, the British businessman acknowledged the relationship and said it was a mistake.

"Given the values of the company, I agree with the board that it is time for me to move on," he said.