STV Group has appointed Simon Miller as a non-executive director.

Mr Miller is chairman of Brewin Dolphin, Blackrock North American Income, JP Morgan Global Convertible Income Trust, and a non-executive director of Scottish Friendly Assurance.

Margaret Ford, chairman of STV, said: Simon’s significant experience at board level in a range of sectors will provide valuable insight to STV as we progress our successful growth strategy. I look forward to working with him as we continue to drive shareholder value.”

He has also been a director of Artemis Alpha Trust, JPMorgan Elect and Dunedin Enterprise Investment Trust within the last five years.