Laura Wilshaw takes over as Editor of ITV News

ITV have announced today the appointment of Laura Wilshaw as the new Editor of ITV News…

Laura Wilshaw will oversee all of ITV News‘ national programming and digital output, produced by ITN, as well as ITV News London and other ITN-produced current affairs shows including Tonight, live specials and documentaries.

Andrew Dagnell, incoming Director of News and Current Affairs at ITV:

“Laura is an experienced, accomplished and dynamic leader with a track-record in delivering outstanding news content. Her commitment to an inclusive and collaborative newsroom is something I know she will use to full effect as ITV News continues to evolve across more platforms than ever before.”

Laura brings a wealth of experience, having served as Deputy Editor of Channel 4 News since August 2022. During her tenure, she has played a major role in the newsroom’s senior leadership team, helping to shape editorial direction, ensuring legal compliance, and providing strategic guidance across the operation.

Laura has helped lead Channel 4 News – also produced by ITN – through significant global stories including the death of the late Queen Elizabeth II, the ongoing climate crisis and the war in the Middle East, helping to secure multiple accolades including an International Emmy, a BAFTA and the prestigious Royal Television Society (RTS) News Programme of the Year award.

Laura Wilshaw:

“It is such a huge honour to lead this wonderfully talented newsroom at this pivotal moment for the news industry. I am so excited to continue driving ITV News’ mission of delivering bold and distinctive journalism, ensuring we engage and inspire our audiences across all platforms.”

Before Channel 4 News, Laura held prominent positions at ITV News, including as Senior Programme Editor for the long running News at Ten during the Covid pandemic and the invasion of Ukraine, helping to win RTS Programme of the Year for two consecutive years. She had previously been Head of Home News. Her extensive career also includes senior roles at Euronews, Sky News, and Channel 5 News.

Laura will take over the editorship of ITV News from Andrew Dagnell, who is joining ITV as its new Director of News and Current Affairs.

Rachel Corp, ITN CEO:

“Laura’s journey at ITN is a true success story, and I’m delighted to see her return to ITV News as Editor. She is an exceptionally talented journalist and leader whose extensive newsroom experience, coupled with her ability to adapt to an ever-changing media landscape, makes her ideally suited to this critical role. At a time when impartial and accurate news is more vital than ever, Laura’s vision and expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of ITV News and its commitment to trusted journalism.”