John O'Doherty

Mr O’Doherty, who also sits on the criminal law committee of the Law Society of Ireland, was appointed by Culture Minister Josepha Madigan following a public call for applications.

Dan Flinter, chairman of the PM Group and The Irish Times Group, was appointed at the same time.

Commenting on the appointments, Ms Madigan said: “I am pleased to appoint both John O’Doherty and Dan Flinter to the Board of the National Gallery.

I am confident that their ability and experience along with their keen interest in the world of art will enable them to make an important contribution at the Gallery. I wish both of them every success during their term and thank them for taking on these important roles.”