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Burnige, who's father Herbert was also once chairman of the football club, first became involved with The Lions at boardroom level when he became part of the consortium that bought the club in 1986, alongside Reg Burr and Brian Mitchell. He later followed in his father's footsteps when he became chairman, albeit briefly, following Theo Paphitis' decision to depart in 2005.
"Everyone will understand what a painful and difficult decision this has been for me to take," he told the club's official website.
"It has been a fantastic privilege to serve on the Millwall Board for so long, and to have enjoyed much success during that period. I will always particularly remember my last season on the Board because of the kindness shown to me by so many people following the death of my wife Jane.
"I will continue to support the club in every way I can in the future."