Channel 4 News has unveiled BBC Newsnight Editor Esme Wren as its next Editor, replacing Ben de Pear.Wren will start in the new year, overseeing the UK network’s flagship news show, which is produced by ITN.She has led Newsnight for the last three years and has produced a raft of major exclusives and investigations during that time, most notably the notorious Prince Andrew interview, which won a number of awards.Wren, who becomes C4 News’ second female Editor, replaces de Pear, who is stepping down after a decade.“Ben left very big shoes to fill – but if anyone can do it, Esme can,” said C4 News Head of Current Affairs and Sport Louisa Compton, who she will report to.“At a time when truly impartial journalism and trusted information is
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