THE Irish Examiner and Evening Echo newspapers have placed all their employees on protective notice in reaction to journalists’ decision to commence industrial action with a two-hour work stoppage today.

A MAJOR initiative was launched yesterday to persuade more employers to hire people with disabilities.

Minister for Trade and Commerce, Michael Ahern today urged employers to hire the best candidates for jobs, regardless of their disabilities.

GERALDINE KENNEDY has been appointed editor of The Irish Times, becoming the first female editor of a national daily newspaper.

IRISH EXAMINER owners Thomas Crosbie Holdings Ltd (TCH) have appointed Tom Murphy chief executive designate of the Irish Examiner.