The Sun associate editor and former head of showbiz Dan Wootton has been promoted to executive editor.

Wootton, who was named Showbiz Reporter of the Year for the third time at last night Press Awards, will also host a new weekly slot on TalkRadio.

In his new role, which he will begin once a successor is found, Wootton will join The Sun’s editorial rota and launch a new weekly showbiz column.