John Wilson, left, has bowed out as editor of the Hereford Times after 20 years with publisher Newsquest. John first joined Newsquest in2005 as group deputy editor on its Worcestershire titles, including the Worcester News, Malvern Gazette, Evesham Journal and Berrow’s Worcester Journal. In 2017 he moved to become editor for Herefordshire and Gloucestershire, but has latterly focused on the Times and sister title the Ludlow Advertiser. John’s move comes amid a shake-up of editorial responsibilities at Newsquest which sees Worcestershire editor Stephanie Preece take on the Hereford title in addition to her existing role. “Coincidentally, just as it was given its second lease of life I stepped down as editor of the Hereford Times after just under 20 years’ employment with its publisher, Newsquest Media Group.

Source: The Times January 13, 2025 08:47 UTC