Trinity Mirror appoints new editor of Daily Post Wales

Rob, 39, is currently Acting Editor of the Liverpool Daily Post, covering Editor Jane Wolstenholme's maternity leave. Prior to that, he was Assistant Editor of the Liverpool Echo.

Rob replaces Ali Machray, who was named as the new Editor of the Liverpool Echo in May. He takes up his new role on August 15.

 

Mark Thomas, Assistant Editor of the Liverpool Daily Post, will become Acting Editor until Jane Wolstenholme's return later this year.

 

Rob has wide experience in a number of senior editorial roles, gained at several leading titles across the UK.

 

He began his newspaper career at the Warrington Guardian after graduating in history and politics from Sheffield University in 1987. He was News Editor of the Bradford Telegraph & Argus and Derby Evening Telegraph before moving into production journalism. He joined the Liverpool Echo in 2001 and was appointed Design Editor.

 

Georgina Harvey, Trinity Mirror's Managing Director, Regional Newspapers, said: "The Daily Post in Wales has enjoyed great success since its relaunch in March 2003, and has been among the UK's top regional titles in terms of circulation performance.

 

"Rob's breadth of experience will be invaluable in taking the title to even greater heights.

"His appointment is the fourth internal promotion to an editorship this year, and once again underlines the great depth of talent within Trinity Mirror."

 

Rob Irvine said: "The Daily Post has a superb150-year history in Wales and is brimming with confidence since its relaunch.

 

"I look forward to working with such a talented team and, together, we will ensure that the Daily Post will continue to grow and provide a voice for the people who are proud to call Wales their home.

 

"I have had a fantastic time during the past four years in Liverpool and I am thrilled about this new challenge and the prospect of making a new home in Wales."