‘Herald’ editor takes helm of national title

A Kerryman has been appointed as editor of the Irish Independent newspaper in the first of a round of changes at Independent News & Media.

‘Herald’ editor takes helm of national title

Stephen Rae has been at the helm of the Evening Herald for the last six years, and his elevation to the morning daily is regarded as a key step to push for a younger audience and to assist the digital drive of the newspaper.

He replaces Gerard O’Regan, 62, who has retired after seven years as editor. He will continue as a columnist for the paper.

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