BOBBY Browne will take charge of Bohemians for the rest of the season following his appointment as first team boss last night.

Owen Heary had been in charge of the Gypsies since Aaron Callaghan's exit in the summer, but Heary was forced to hand over first team affairs as he did not have a UEFA pro-licence coaching qualification and an exemption for a 60-day temporary period expired last week, so Bohs needed a pro-licence holder to see out the season.

Heary met with former Monaghan United and Drogheda United manager Browne last night and he has agreed to take charge of Bohs for the remainder of the season, starting with tomorrow's crucial relegation clash with local rivals Shelbourne, while Heary will remain on as assistant under Browne.

Browne (51) managed Monaghan United to a promotion success and also had a spell in charge of Drogheda.