Former Irish Examiner political correspondent Fionnan Sheahan has been appointed as editor of the Irish Independent.

There is likely to be more consolidation in the Irish newspaper industry over the next five years, according to Independent News & Media chairman, Leslie Buckley.

The editor of the Irish Independent, Claire Grady, is stepping down from the post.

Claire Grady has been named the first female editor of the Irish Independent.

The Irish Independent has appointed Claire Grady as its first female editor.