Crown Princess Victoria & Prince Daniel, Current Events Part 2: January 2018 -

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Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least seven meetings today.

Today Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Dag Rogne, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Säffle Municipality.
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The second meeting today Victoria and Daniel had with Cecilia Bladh in Zito, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Hörby Municipality.
Victoria and Daniel made questions largely about the effects of the pandemic, but also about local development issues, such as Hörby's protection of the countryside and investments in rural schools. The conversation also touched on business life in the municipality and agriculture.
- It was fun to feel that both Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel were so genuinely interested and well-read about Hörby. It was an open conversation and we had time to talk about several local heart issues. Of course, they also received an invitation to Hörby municipality, not least considering that their son Prince Oscar is Duke of Skåne, says Cecilia Bladh in Zito.
Kommunstyrelsens ordförande i samtal med kronprinsessparet - Hörby kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Michael Karlsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Åmål Municipality.
Today we had a very nice visit to the city hall. The sympathetic couple Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel were on the link directly from Haga Palace and wanted to know everything current about Åmål municipality. With great care, there was talk about vaccines, business, the film ****ing Åmål, pandemic impact and nature tourism.Thank you for visiting and a warm welcome back "

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Kungligheter i Päronsalen_ corona, ****ing Åmål och hockey - Provinstidningen Dalsland
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The fourth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Joakim Stork, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Falun Municipality.
They talked about how Falun municipality handled the pandemic and its various events. Stork told how the municipality as an organization worked during the pandemic and also how the municipal organization's cooperation was strengthened and really showed evidence of a cohesive cooperation. They talked also about difficulties for the business community during the pandemic and Falun as a place to visit and Dalarna as a visitor county.
Victoria and Daniel were also interested in Falun as an event city and how the pandemic affected it, Stork told about the Swedish Ski Games that were held without an audience, and about the work to apply for a new Nordic World Ski Championships 2027, Daniel also told about his fantastic memory from the Nordic World Ski Championships 2015.
Storck träffade kronprinsessparet digitalt - Startsida

The fifth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Henrik Tvarnö, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Vetlanda Municipality.
Victoria and Daniel told that they heard many good voices from Vetlanda during this week's report, that the people of Vetlanda do not let what happened characterize the image of Vetlanda.
Victoria and Daniel wondered how Vetlanda municipality has tackled the ongoing pandemic, but also asked questions about the business community, Vetlanda as a sports municipality and the strong association life.
- They were impressed by the industrial tradition that exists in Vetlanda and very positive to our strong association life, with large amount activities for children and youth, says Henrik Tvarnö.

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The sixth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with the Chair of the Executive Committee Sandra Bizzozero and municipal director Carl-Martin Lanér from Karlskrona Municipality.
Sandra Bizzozero says that they told that it has been a challenging year, but that they are proud of how Karlskrona has handled the pandemic. Their employees have tackled this tough period with competence, commitment and perseverance and collaboration with business, trade, restaurants and associations has been important and good.
They talked a lot about Karlskrona's opportunities and strengths, and how they can be used and further developed. Karlskrona is a beautiful municipality with fantastic nature. It is also a city in the middle of the sea and a world heritage site. There are unique technical educations and many successful companies. Victoria and Daniel thanked for a pleasant conversation and for giving them the opportunity to take part in Karlskrona's opportunities and challenges now and in the future.
Karlskrona i fokus för kronprinsessparet - Karlskrona.se

The seventh meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Claes Nordmark, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Boden Municipality.
It is important to rethink in these times and it led on Wednesday to a conversation in digital form when Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel visited Boden and Claes Nordmark. They talked about the pandemic and about Boden's future linked to everything exciting that happens with, among other things, the establishment of H2 Green Steel. They talked about whether Boden has long been known as a garrison town and now also becomes an industrial city and that the municipality has a very positive development.
Nordmark promised to send Victoria and Daniel an invitation to visit Boden as soon as the pandemic is over and they were very happy about it.

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The eighth meeting with the municipalities on Wednesday 10th March Victoria and Daniel had with Jörgen Persson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Bräcke Municipality.
Jörgen Persson says that Victoria and Daniel were very interested and impressed by what Bräcke has that is unique. The challenges surrounding Covid -19 are similar throughout Sweden, so the conversation quickly turned to how the expansion of the fiber network went and they talked also about Mid Sweden 365.
Videosamtal med Kronprinsessparet - Bräcke kommun

Victoria and Daniel have these meetings during the whole spring, they started in January and municipal councilor Bengt Hilmersson from Vårgårda Municipality has told to the media that he is having a meeting with Victoria and Daniel on 19th April.
Hilmersson möter kronprinsessparet _ Alingsås Tidning

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria and Daniel have had two digital meetings today.

First meeting they had with Visit Sweden. The hospitality industry is one of the many industries that are strongly affected by the ongoing pandemic.
Visit Sweden is a state-owned company with the task of attracting visitors to Sweden. CEO Susanne Andersson, Deputy CEO Hanna Stenholm and digital manager Nils Persson presented the challenges, but also opportunities that are seen, for the industry due to the pandemic. Victoria and Daniel also received a presentation of the company's regular operations to market Sweden as a destination, both internationally and domestically.
Kronprinsessparet i möte med turistbranschen - Sveriges Kungahus

And the second meeting they had with ceo Jan-Olof Jacke and Chairman Fredrik Persson from the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise.

In addition to those two meetings, Victoria and Daniel continued digital meetings with the municipalities, at least five meetings.

In the morning Victoria and Daniel talked with Göran Dahlström, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Katrineholm Municipality. Dahlström tells that he told them that Katrineholm was suddenly and severely affected by the pandemic at the beginning of last year. But with joint efforts after the tough start, they have handled the situation in a very good way. The nice and rewarding conversation lasted for about thirty minutes. Dahlström says that Victoria and Daniel are well-read and asked good and relevant questions and he thinks it is positive that they want to get their own picture of how the pandemic has hit different municipalities and how it has been handled around Sweden.
Kronprinsessan och Prinsen i coronasamtal med Göran Dahlström _ Katrineholms kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with director Carolina Pettersson and Chair of the Executive Committee Harry Bouveng of Nynäshamn Municipality.
Bouveng says that it was a very relaxed and inspiring conversation where Victoria and Daniel showed great interest in how they handled the pandemic year, but also in Nynäshamn in general. Carolina Pettersson tells that they highlighted positive examples from elderly care where they have worked successfully to keep the infection down, about students who have sung for and written letters to the elderly, and practical solutions to make contacts between the elderly and their loved ones.
They talked also about Nynäshamn's growth and positive development. Victoria and Daniel knew Nynäshamn well, Daniel said that they usually pass Nynäshamn in the summer to refuel their boat and visit one of the restaurants in the guest harbor area.
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Videomöte med Kronprinsessparet - Nynäshamns kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Annelie Almérus, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Motala Municipality. Almérus emphasized the importance of a functioning collaboration between municipalities and regions. She highlighted all their fantastic employees, especially in health and care.
Victoria and Daniel wanted to know how Motala as a municipality and place. During the conversation, the difficulty and importance of being able to look ahead was emphasized, when we do not yet see the end of the pandemic. Almérus told that they have a lot going on in Motala, everything from large establishments to new housing construction.
- I welcomed them here to the inauguration of Lalandia and they were positive about it. It was a very nice conversation. They were curious about Motala municipality, our current situation and our future, says Annelie Almérus.
Digitalt möte med kronprinsessparet - Motala kommun

The fourth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Roland Sjögren, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Lycksele Municipality.
- It feels good and honoring that Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel are so genuinely interested in how the municipality handles the corona pandemic and the challenges it entails. We also talked about other parts that affect the municipality. It was a nice and relaxed conversation. I see it as something very positive that the Crown Princess couple shows a genuine interest, not only for the pandemic's influence, but also for the municipality's development locally. The Crown Princess couple were interested and educated about the municipality and the conditions here, says Roland Sjögren.
Issues related to business and digitization were raised. Victoria and Daniel were also interested in hearing more about mining establishments, as well as about the effects of Northvolt's investment in Skellefteå.
Digitalt möte med Kronprinsessparet

The fifth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Christian Larsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Örkelljunga Municipality.
They spoke about Örkelljunga as a municipality with positive population growth and where a lot is being built. Maybe the pandemic will also lead to people wanting to live with a little more space and with close access to nature. Christian Larssom could tell that after all, things are going very well for the companies in the municipality and that they have a strong belief in the future. They discussed also about the ill health of young people and the fact that the pandemic does not make it better, as well as the fact that violence in close relationships unfortunately increased during the pandemic.
Kronprinsessparet i samtal om Örkelljunga och pandemin - Örkelljunga

 

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Last week, on 18th March, Victoria and Daniel had at least one meeting with the municipalities.
They met municipal councilor Birgitta Larsson from Gällivare Municipality, to talk about the work with Covid-19. The conversation then turned to the social transformation where Daniel showed great interest.
Birgitta Larsson told Victoria and Daniel about the social administration's good work, about the transparency of the municipality's crisis communication and the great commitment in society, from both the business community and the citizens, together they succeeded to reduce the spread of infection.
The conversation later went on with a question about whether the municipality is keeping to the schedule in the social transformation and Victoria and Daniel were told that in several areas the social movement is going faster than expected. Daniel was very involved in his questions and said that they wanted to visit Gällivare. They also talked about the municipality's low unemployment, the ease of getting to Gällivare and the major attraction Dundret.
Prins Daniel med stort intresse för samhällsomvandlingen - Gällivare kommun

The sixth meeting with the municipalities (and eight meeting on that day) on 22nd March was with Munkedal Municipality.
Victoria and Daniel spoke with Jan Hognert, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Munkedal Municipality. Hognert tells that it was a very nice and rewarding conversation. They talked, among other things, about how the pandemic affected Munkedal municipality in different ways. They also talked about the business situation, where the municipality may not have been quite as vulnerable as several others in our vicinity.
- I think it is very positive that the Crown Princess couple shows their personal commitment to our municipality. The Crown Princess couple showed, among other things, interest in the industrial investments in Arctic Paper and the plans for salmon farming in Sotenäs, with a logistics center in Munkedal.
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Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med kommunstyrelsens ordförande - Munkedals kommun

About Victoria and Daniel's meeting with Visit Sweden on 22nd March.
Visit Sweden told Victoria and Daniel about Nature Tourism, sustainable tourists, PR results abroad, and about the structure of the hospitality industry, about the work with a national structure for a collaboration arena for the entire tourism industry and about research and innovation.
Victoria and Daniel said that they had gained a much better insight into Visit Sweden's work and the challenges that the entire hospitality industry is in.
JHT berättade via film för Kronprinsessparet - Jämtland Härjedalen Turism

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Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least three meetings today.

Victoria and Daniel had a digital meeting with municipal councilor Martin Johansen from Tjörn Municipality. They wanted to inquire about how it is and has been for the municipality during the corona pandemic. Victoria and Daniel also talked about how beautiful Tjörn is and that they appreciated visiting the municipality.
Johansen told Victoria and Daniel that they had succeeded in keeping the infection down among their elderly and that they had managed the staffing even though it had been and is strained. This applies both in special housing, LSS and within the school.
- Employees, associations, business and people of Tjörn have shown their most creative and entrepreneurial side. Everyone has quickly changed to the prevailing pandemic, said Martin Johansen.
Möte med Kronprinsessparet 24 mars - Tjörns kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Carina Wutzler, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Vellinge Municipality.
Carina Wutzler says that it was a very nice and rewarding conversation. Victoria and Daniel were genuinely interested in how Vellinge municipality handles the corona pandemic and the challenges it entails, such as loneliness and public health.
They talked also about protection against high sea levels, the business life and the needs for investments in schools and elderly care. Wutzler told about active association life and what it means for the municipality.
Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med kommunstyrelsens ordförande — Vellinge Kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Bengt Germundsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Markaryd Municipality.
- It was a very relaxed and pleasant conversation. I think it is impressive that Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel in this way take the time to talk to me and my colleagues in all of Sweden's municipalities and that they are so genuinely interested in how the municipalities handle the corona pandemic. The Crown Princess couple were well informed about the municipality and the conditions here, says Bengt Germundsson.
Issues related to business and digitalisation were raised, but the conversation also focused on future challenges. Victoria and Daniel also wanted to hear more about the Science Center that is now emerging in collaboration between the municipality, the business community and the Nobel Prize Museum, as well as about the municipality's work with integration and community building.
Digitalt möte med Kronprinsessparet - Markaryd

 

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The fourth meeting with municipalities yesterday 24th March Victoria and Daniel had with Daniel Källenfors, the Chair of the Executive Committee of the City of Lidingö.
- It is much appreciated that the Crown Princess couple takes the time to talk to me and take an interest in how things are going for the municipalities during the pandemic. They were very well informed about Lidingö and the situation for both the business community and the association life. It was an informal and personal conversation where the Crown Princess couple offered their experiences and reflections, says Daniel Källenfors.
Källenfors told about the challenges that have been in care and school, although the disease mainly affected the elderly severely, the young people were also affected by distance education and partly missed activities and social contacts. He highlighted the risk of mental illness among young people and deteriorating physical health when sports facilities and training for young people have been closed. Victoria and Daniel had several questions about this and how Lidingö plans to work on youth issues, not least in mental health and to encourage physical activity. They also asked many questions about how Lidingö interacts with the business community.
Kronprinsessparet besökte Lidingö - Lidingö stad

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Just found this meeting from 19th February, Victoria and Daniel spoke with municipal councilor Jeanette Ovesson from Simrishamn Municipality.
"Both Victoria and Daniel were very well-read and felt genuinely curious about our municipality and our work. They could name several of our companies, which I was impressed by. Then they also asked for some holiday tips on Österlen, and of course I had plenty of", says Jeanette Ovesson.
They talked about the work during the pandemic with health and care, schools, tourism and not least business. But also about the increased demand for housing and occupancy.

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And this meeting from 26th February, Victoria and Daniel spoke with municipal councilor Staffan Jansson from Västerås Municipality.
The impact of the corona crisis on Västerås was a major issue.
Pandemin i fokus när Victoria och Daniel mötte Västerås kommunalråd - P4 Västmanland _ Sveriges Radio

 

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I found this meeting from 9th March, Askersund Municipality published it yesterday at its website.
Earlier in March, Caroline Dieker, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Askersund, had a digital meeting with Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel.
- It was a very nice conversation and I am very happy that they have taken the initiative to visit our municipality digitally. It means a lot to us that they are interested in getting to know our everyday lives and understand the invaluable work that is done in Sweden's municipalities.
The meeting was characterized by a genuine interest in the municipality, the work that is carried out daily and the development Askersund is facing both after the pandemic and in general.
Kronprinsessparet besökte Askersunds kommun digitalt - Askersunds kommun

The fifth meeting with municipalities on Wednesday 24th March Victoria and Daniel had with Bengt Sjöberg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Töreboda Municipality.
"Had a very nice digital meeting with these people yesterday Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel wanted to know how we are in Töreboda both in terms of the pandemic but also in general in terms of business and association life."
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Daniel Källenfors, the Chair of the Executive Committee of the City of Lidingö, to the press about the meeting with Victoria and Daniel on 24th March:
- It is very positive that they wanted to hear about Lidingö and what is happening here. The Crown Princess Victoria is our future regent, so it is good that she wants to find out about different places. It was nice. They were very well read about Lidingö. The prince has been here many times and cycled and he wondered how things are with Ekholmsnäsbacken, says Daniel Källenfors.
Was that the first time you spoke to a member of the court?
- Yes, it was the first time. It was nice and they felt sympathetic and open. And it was fun to tell about Lidingö.
Kronprinsparet hälsade på Lidingö – digitalt

On Thursday 25th March Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Stefan Gustafsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Sävsjö Municipality.
The conversation was mainly about how Sävsjö municipality handles the corona pandemic. They talked also about the municipality's strong business community and about how important its wooden house companies are, both for the labor market and for housing construction in Sweden. They talked also the challenges that exist when it comes to integration and exclusion.
- I think it was a good initiative by Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel to in this way take the time to talk to me and other colleagues around Sweden's municipalities. The Crown Princess couple were well informed about Sävsjö municipality. The Crown Princess couple wanted to have the opportunity to visit the municipality at the appropriate time and ended by sending a warm greeting to all residents in Sävsjö municipality. I expressed my and the municipality's appreciation and thanks to the Crown Princess couple for taking the initiative for the meeting and welcomed them to visit Sävsjö municipality when the opportunity arises. For me, this was an unforgettable and very pleasant conversation, says Stefan Gustafsson.
Kronprinsessparet bjöd in kommunen till videomöte - Sävsjö kommun

Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least two meetings today.

Victoria and Daniel talked with Jan Utbult, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Öckerö Municipality.
Utbult tells that it was a nice conversation where he told about the municipality and the challenges during the pandemic but also about how they see the future. Victoria and Daniel expressed interest in how staff, residents and society at large have been affected. They talked also about how the civil society set up during the pandemic, including the voluntary efforts coordinated between the municipality and the Church of Sweden together with the free churches and how associations worked with young people. Victoria and Daniel asked how the visiting and business life feels and expressed a hope that things are going well for local shops and the business community in general in Öckerö municipality.
Utbult welcomed Victoria and Daniel to Öckerö, he also welcomed Victoria back when she visited Öckerö a few years ago.
Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med kommunstyrelsens ordförande _ Öckerö

The second meeting today was with Louise Erixon, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Sölvesborg Municipality.
Just finished a meeting with the Crown Princess couple who wanted to find out about our municipality's work in the pandemic. Discussions about our business initiatives, our early efforts to protect risk groups and about my view of the state's financial compensation. Many thanks for the strong commitment!"

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[LadyFinn]

More meetings with the municipalities yesterday.

Victoria and Daniel talked with Hanna Bocander, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Danderyd Municipality. It looks like she had her daughter at the meeting too.
Hanna Bocander told about the over 70 political decisions made in the past year due to the pandemic, from the purchase of protective equipment for nursing staff to grants to the local business community for them to survive the pandemic.
They talked also about sports and movement and the investment that is now being carried out in Danderyd on spontaneous sports.
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Kungligt möte med Kronprinsessan Victoria och Kronprins Daniel – Danderyds kommun

The fourth meeting yesterday Victoria and Daniel had with Niklas Borg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Linköping Municipality.
They talked about segregation and exclusion and about how the pandemic makes people who are already outside society end up even further away from work and inclusion. Linköping as one of fastest growing municipalities and its strong labor market with the defense group Saab, Linköping Science Park and Linköping University was also discussed.
- It was a very nice and relaxed conversation and I see it as very positive that the Crown Princess couple has taken the initiative for this meeting and that they want to stay up to date on the situation in our municipalities. I of course invited them to a visit to Linköping together with Princess Estelle, the Duchess of Östergötland.
Daniel was also very interested in discussing the situation for Linköping's sports associations and children and young people's opportunities for sports and exercise during the pandemic.
Kronprinsessparet besökte Linköping digitalt - linkoping.se

 

[LadyFinn]

One more meeting with municipalities
On Thursday 25th March Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Peter Karlsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Vadstena Municipality.
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Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least three meetings yesterday, on Monday, March 29.

The first meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Liselotte Fröjd, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Tanum Municipality.
They discussed that the pandemic has affected the business community and Tanum municipality as a tourist municipality. Victoria and Daniel told about their previous visit to the Väderöarna and the beautiful nature in Tanum. Liselotte Fröjd says that Victoria and Daniel talked warmly about this visit.
They also talked about the positive population development, many people are building houses in Tanum. Victoria and Daniel sent a warm greeting to all Tanum residents and employees in Tanum municipality.
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Kronprinsessparet nyfikna på Tanums kommun - Tanums kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Robin Holmberg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Ängelholm Municipality. Robin Holmberg describes it as a pleasant conversation.
Holmberg told about the challenges, that they gradually became more and more affected by the pandemic. Victoria and Daniel were interested in hearing about business, associations and how the pandemic affected children and young people. Holmberg got a good impression and the conversation shows that Victoria and Daniel care about how things are for the country's municipalities. Holmberg thinks that Victoria and Daniel had a good view of Ängelholm, and they talked about when Victoria visited Ängelholm to take part in Aktivitet Förebyggers's work a couple of years ago and Rögle's fine season also came up.
Robin Holmberg diskuterade pandemins påverkan i Ängelhom med kronprinsessparet - Ängelholms kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Martin Sjölander, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Söderköping Municipality.
Victoria and Daniel asked how things have gone with the vaccinations and Sjölander announced that everyone in nursing homes is now fully vaccinated, both the residents and staff. Victoria and Daniel were happy about that the most vulnerable are protected.
Sjölander told about how the pandemic has affected Söderköping, which differs from many other municipalities as they had a relatively good tourist year. They talked about housing, there is an increased interest in people living in Söderköping. Digitalisation has created opportunities to be able to work in other ways.
Victoria and Daniel know Söderköping, they mostly pass through it to Öland by car, but also by boat. They emphasize the a fantastic archipelago of Söderköping. Sjölander said that next time they will stop and experience the city of Söderköping as well, Victoria and Daniel agreed with that.
Samtal mellan Kronprinsessparet och Martin Sjölander - Söderköpings kommun

 

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Liselotte Fröjd from Tanum Municipality, who had a meeting with Victoria and Daniel on Monday, has spoken to Expressen.
The Chair of the Executive Committee of Tanum Municipality had an unusual meeting, to say the least, this week. She discussed how the pandemic affected the coastal city - with the Crown Princess couple themselves.
Fröjd says that they discussed how the pandemic has affected the business and Tanum as a tourist municipality. Tanum has positive population development, a lot of homes are built. They discussed about whether they in the countryside benefit from corona, if more people move to coastal communities to get closer to nature now. Victoria and Daniel were very nice and easy going and very well-informed about Tanum. They also talked a lot about their interest in nature. They told about their previous visit to Väderöarna and Tanum's beautiful nature. Victoria and Daniel wanted to to send warm greetings to the municipal residents.
- It is clear that they feel that many are fed up with the situation now. We as a coastal municipality are very affected, especially now at Easter when the Norwegians usually come here. So they wanted to say to the residents and everyone who works in the municipality that they are doing a good job.
TANUM_ Kronprinsessparets lycko- önskningar till kommunen

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Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least six meetings today.

Today Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Annelie Hägg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Eksjö Municipality.
They discussed how residents, the business community and the hospitality industry in Eksjö municipality have been affected by the pandemic. The conversation also touched on what effects the pandemic may have in the future, including how it may affect young people's moods and study results, but also what long-term efforts must be made to support business and the hospitality industry.
Annelie Hägg thinks it was a nice conversation where she had the opportunity to tell about the municipality and how they see the future. Victoria and Daniel showed great interest in Eksjö municipality and their situation.
Kronprinsessparet i digitalt samtal med kommunstyrelsens ordförande - Eksjö kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Martin Carling, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Dals-Ed Municipality.
Carling tells that they had a very good meeting where they discussed how the pandemic affected the business community and how they as a border municipality were affected by the restrictions at the border with Norway. They talked about the great need to re-establish cooperation and contacts, to heal the wounds between the neighboring countries that the pandemic has caused and that the royal family can play an important role in that context.
They talked about the situation now with a high spread of infection and how the municipality's activities and residents, companies and associations work hard to limit the spread of infection and keep society going as best they can. They also talked about the municipality's nature experiences, "the Year of Outdoor Life" in which the municipality participates and Tresticklan National Park, which celebrates 25 years as a national park.
Kronprinsessparet har träffat kommunalrådet - Dals-Eds kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Annika Andersson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Vilhelmina Municipality.
- They were curious about our municipality, both how the pandemic hit us but they also wanted to know more about Vilhelmina in general. I had the opportunity to tell about our magnificent nature with two mountain valleys and also raised challenges such as a shrinking population, good welfare, service to leisure accommodation and the airport's situation", says Annika Andersson.
Andersson further says that the meeting was very nice and that the half hour went very fast. The only time the meeting was disrupted was when the Victoria and Daniel's dog Rio started playing loudly with a toy in the background. But soon the meeting could be resumed after little Rio had calmed down.
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Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med Vilhelmina kommun

The fourth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Lennart Kalderén, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Salem Municipality.
Kalderén tells that they had time to talk about everything between heaven and earth. The pandemic was first on the agenda. They also discussed the role of politicians in the municipality of Salem and the investments made in, among other things, new construction and infrastructure. The same morning was decided on the procurement of the pedestrian and bicycle bridge over to Södertälje. Daniel also mentioned that he played golf at Salems GK, a popular golf course.
Kalderén ended by thanking for a very pleasant meeting with the Crown Princess couple and warmly welcomed them to visit Salem when the opportunity arises.
- Just like during the royal couple's visit in 2009, this informal conversation was really a highlight. The Crown Princess couple had prepared many questions and were genuinely interested in how we experience everyday life in these times. The Crown Princess and Prince Daniel spread a very pleasant atmosphere and happy energy even when they make municipal visits via the internet.
Kronprinsessparet i samtal med Lennart Kalderén _ Salems Kommun

The fifth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with municipal director Maria Wikström and the Chair of the Executive Committee Marie Pettersson from Älvkarleby Municipality.
Digital, informative and sympathetic meeting today!
Maria Wikström and Marie Pettersson spoke about staff who have worked hard and done good, about how the business community has been affected and how the conditions for dealing with the spread of infection have improved during the year.
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The sixth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Robert Wenglén, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Lomma Municipality.
"Had a very nice conversation today with the Crown Princess and Prince Daniel about the corona situation and the general situation in Lomma municipality. Of course, took the opportunity to talk warmly about Lomma municipality and our development plans, which was followed by the Crown Princess couple expressing that they would like to visit our fine municipality at some point in the future."
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[LadyFinn]

Victoria and Daniel had last week one more meeting with municipalities.
They spoke with Anneli Bengtsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Vingåker Municipality. So far not much information about the meeting, the article is behind a paywall.
"The Crown Princess couple's meeting with Bengtsson: "Awesome""
Kronprinsessparets möte med Bengtsson: "Häftiga" kkuriren

 

[LadyFinn]

Found the information of Victoria and Daniel's meeting with Sara Sjödal, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Tierp Municipality, on 24th March (it was the sixth meeting with municipalities on that day) at Tierp Municipality's Facebook.
They talked about the impact of the pandemic and the efforts made by the municipality in collaboration with other regional and national actors. How can smaller municipalities meet major challenges? Collaborations for increased robustness, competence and resource efficiency were the keywords in the dialogue, Victoria and Daniel were genuinely interested in understanding the municipality's perspective. Sjödal highlighted in particular the rich association life and Tierp's favorable geographical location.
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[LadyFinn]

Peter Karlsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Vadstena Municipality, has told to Östgötatidningen newspaper about the meeting with Victoria and Daniel on 25th March.

Peter Karlsson describes Victoria and Daniel as listening and humble. He tells that when he received an email from Victoria's court secretary, he first thought it was maybe a joke or some spam, surely they don't write to him? Then he heard from a municipal director he knews that it was for real, that several municipalities had received similar posts.
Victoria and Daniel asked about the corona effects, how the population, the municipality and the business community had been affected. They specifically asked how the restaurants are doing in Vadstena. Victoria and Daniel asked how they work with the schools, they had heard about Vadstena's good school results. Karlsson was pleasantly surprised by Victoria and Daniel's homely and light-hearted tone.
- It was a very nice conversation, much more relaxed approach than I had prepared for. The Crown Princess couple are very interested in society and committed, so their interest in Vadstena felt genuine.
Peter Karlsson om mötet med kronprinsessparet_ ”Genuint intresse för Vadstena” » ostgotatidningen.se

 

[LadyFinn]

Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least two meetings yesterday, 12th April.

The first meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Christian Sonesson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Staffanstorp Municipality.
- It was a rewarding and very nice conversation. It is impressive how Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel take the time to talk to me and my colleagues in the other municipalities around Sweden. They showed great commitment and a genuine interest in how we in Staffanstorp handle the pandemic, says Christian Sonesson.
Sunesson told to Victoria and Daniel how they as a municipality were quick to make a number of decisions, already in February last year, to minimize the spread of infection. People help each other spontaneously, partly in the form of well-organized volunteer work.
The conversation also touched on Staffanstorp's popularity both as a housing and entrepreneurial municipality. Another topic was the business community in the municipality and the challenges the pandemic has posed for many entrepreneurs and in what ways the municipality has tried to facilitate when possible.
Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med kommunstyrelsens ordförande _ Staffanstorps kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Carina Sammeli, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Luleå Municipality.
- They were well-read and curious about the situation in Luleå and Norrbotten. It was noticed that the Crown Princess couple has a genuine interest in hearing how things are going here.
Sammeli tells that they had a longer discussion about health, even for those who have not become ill with corona. The restrictions have affected everyone's opportunity for exercise and movement in everyday life, and the pandemic has led to increased loneliness and mental illness. They also talked about the challenges that exist for companies in affected industries.
Victoria and Daniel were also very interested in the investments planned in Norrbotten and Luleå, and the climate change of the industry led from northern Sweden. They discussed about what Luleå can do to attract more people to the region.
Digitalt möte med Kronprinsessparet - Vårt Luleå

 

[LadyFinn]

Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least four meetings today, 14th April.

Victoria and Daniel had in the morning a meeting with Ulrika Jeansson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Finspång Municipality. They talked about the corona pandemic, but also about public health, Finspång's future and one of the crown princess couple's wedding gifts.
- It was a rewarding and very nice conversation. Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel were interested in how we feel and how we have handled the pandemic and the challenges it has brought. I told that Finspång was affected early but since then we have managed relatively well thanks to all our fantastic employees and their efforts. It required enormous work, large and rapid changes and new ways of working under great pressure, says Ulrika Jeansson.
They talked about the business community and the industries' need to change. Victoria was interested in Rejmyre and they talked about the glassworks, they see a bright future and the coming summer tourism after the pandemic. Victoria and Daniel said that they often get questions about their fine wedding gift - a lamp created by Ernst Billgren and the glassworks. Daniel asked about the challenges, they talked about the great needs of the supply of skills, both in the high-tech supply of skills in and with their industry.
They agreed on the importance of association life for the children and young people, the impact of public health and the importance of moving. They also talked about positive changes that have taken place in the past year: the citizens use the nature and nature reserves extensively.
Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med kommunstyrelsens ordförande - Finspångs kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Stig Bertilsson, Chair of the Executive Committee of Bengtsfors municipality. In addition to the pandemic they also discussed business, hospitality and education.
Victoria and Daniel were particularly interested in the investment being made around Campus Dalsland and looked forward to following that work further. Bertilsson pointed out that there is a duke or duchess in both Värmland and Västergötland, but Dalsland doesn't have such type of representative. Victoria laughed and replied that there would be no additional duke or duchess on their part, but that they would carry the wish forward within the family.
- It was a nice meeting and they had even noticed that it was my birthday today, says Stig Bertilsson.
Kronprinsessan Viktoria och Daniel _besökte_ Bengtsfors - Bengtsfors kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Mats Gerdau, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Nacka Municipality. They talked above all the corona situation and the challenges that follow from the pandemic. But the conversation was also about Nacka's urban development with the metro, new housing and creating new pleasant environments and at the same time preserving our beautiful nature.

https://www.facebook.com/Nackakommun/photos/a.228342140544259/4186839578027809

The fourth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Marie Oudin, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Kristinehamn Municipality.
They talked about the business community in Kristinehamn, the challenges of association life due to the current pandemic situation and the upcoming defense establishment.
- It was a very rewarding and fun conversation, although of course it will be a bit special with the digital form and Teams. The Crown Princess couple were very friendly and I had the opportunity to highlight many good things that are happening and are underway in Kristinehamn, not least the elderly care's important contribution during the corona, says Marie Oudin.

https://www.facebook.com/kristinehamnskommun/photos/a.960804463959959/5884199574953732

 

[LadyFinn]

The fifth meeting on 14th April Victoria and Daniel had with Kenneth Handberg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Örebro Municipality.
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The sixth meeting on 14th April Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Kristina Bendz from Ystad Municipality.
Kronprinsessan Victoria hälsar till Ystadsborna

The seventh meeting on 14th April Victoria and Daniel had with Morgan Bengtsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Olofström Municipality.
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Kungligt möte_ ”Jag gick in i samtalet med en riktig isbrytare”

Victoria and Daniel had also some day in March a meeting with municipal councilor Mikael Westin from Ragunda Municipality.

 

[LadyFinn]

Found the information of Victoria and Daniel's meeting with municipal councilor Ulrika Hammarström from Pajala Municipality on 25th March (it was the fourth meeting with municipalities on that day).
Ulrika Hammarström told how the pandemic has affected the operation. They talked also about how the business community and the hospitality industry have coped with the restrictions that prevail.
In Pajala, residents and companies have also been affected by the border closures, Victoria and Daniel wished that it will not affect the relations between the communities closest to the borders. They also received information about Kaunis Iron and what an extremely positive impact that establishment has on the municipality. They talked also about wind power, association life, transport, business and a little about aviation.

https://www.facebook.com/Pajalakommun2521/photos/a.1574014939363715/3766863340078853

 

[LadyFinn]

Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least two meetings yesterday, 19th April.
Victoria and Daniel met municipal councilor Tommy Nilsson from Kalix Municipality, he writes at his Facebook:
"Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel talked to me about the situation in the municipality and about the impact of the corona and measures for business during the corona. They also reflected on all the investments made in Norrbotten and the positive development that is underway. An interesting and pleasant conversation."
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=1118765608639818&set=ecnf.100015191675544

Extra Kalix-TV will tell about the digital meeting tomorrow at their broadcast.

The second meeting yesterday Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Bengt Hilmersson from Vårgårda Municipality, he writes at his Facebook:
"It was a very nice visit where we talked about Vårgårda's strengths and challenges. I expressed our good cooperation with business and associations, and our challenge to improve school results. The Crown Princess couple are very committed to the health of children and young people, and Vårgårda will take part in this through Generation Pep. It may be added that I always considered the Crown Princess couple to be nice people, but they exceeded my high expectations!"
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10225919939611248&set=a.2700818005792&type=3

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At least three meetings today, 20th April.
The first meeting Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Mats Abrahamsson from Sotenäs Municipality.
He says: "I thanked the Crown Princess for her most recent visit in Sotenäs in March 2018, when she visited Sotenäs Symbioscentrum, among other places. She remembered it very well. We talked about how the municipality has continued to develop Symbioscentrum since then, with for example the marine recycling center, our ghost fishing project and our artificial lobster reefs, where the municipality set out lobster fry to strengthen the local lobster stock".
Victoria and Daniel were interested in how the business community has developed during the pandemic. Victoria asked about the Swedish Algae Factory and was informed about how the company is currently building its operations in Kungshamn and will collaborate with Smögenlax and Rena Hav. Victoria also praised Nordens Ark and their important work.
Daniel is strongly committed to the health of children and young people, they talked about the increasing mental illness of young people in the wake of the pandemic.
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Kronprinsessparet i videomöte med kommunalrådet - Sotenäs kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Johan Olsson Swanstein, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Båstad Municipality.
Olsson Swanstein tells that was a nice, personal conversation with Victoria and Daniel who were curious and showed interest in Båstad. Victoria and Daniel are very committed to their work and asked many questions about Båstad and the municipality's development. They also talked about Victoria and Daniel's visit to Norrviken's gardens with Oscar in 2019.
Johan Olsson Swanstein diskuterade pandemins påverkan med kronprinsessparet - Båstads kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Marie Wilén and municipal director Emma Burstedt from Heby municipality (old photo at the article). They talked about the covid-related consequences for the municipality's business and association life and for the municipality as a whole. But they talked also about digitalisation and broadband access in rural areas, e-commerce, the manufacturing industry, construction, the hospitality industry, public transport and sports. Victoria and Daniel showed good local knowledge after visiting several different places in the municipality over the years.
Kronprinsessparet på digitalt besök i Heby kommun _ Heby Kommun

I have now found information about 104 meetings Victoria and Daniel have had with municipalities, the first ones on 14th January.

 

[LadyFinn]

The fourth meeting yesterday, 20th April, Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Magnus Gunnarsson from Ljungby Municipality. They talked about the pandemic and its effects on the municipality. Gunnarsson tells that they touched on important societal issues and he told about how people in Ljungby municipality work to be a sustainable municipality and how they face the challenges ahead. Victoria and Daniel were particularly interested in their focus areas and the democratic school they have as a possible holiday work.
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Kommunstyrelsens ordförande i möte med Kronprinsessparet Ljungby kommun

The fifth meeting on 20th April Victoria and Daniel had with Gunilla Lindstedt, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Nykvarn Municipality.
Gunilla Lindstedt told about the entrepreneurs' struggle during the pandemic and that the municipality as a whole has been spared from bankruptcies., some companies have even chosen to expand during the pandemic. She told also about the environmental engine center that is planned in Mörby.
Daniel is intersted in the work of associations, they talked especially about floorball in connection with the importance of active leisure for children and young people and the new Furuborghallen.
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Kronprinsessan och Prins Daniel på (digitalt) besök i Nykvarn - Nykvarns kommun

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Digital meetings with the municipalities continued today, 21st April, at least three meetings.
Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with municipal councilor Pierre Månsson from Kristianstad Municipality.
- It was a good conversation, where we talked a lot about children, young people and association life. The Crown Princess couple showed great interest and great appreciation for how we managed to run camps, summer holiday activities and holiday jobs last year, when so many other municipalities pulled down or canceled.
They talked about the pandemic's challenges for the municipality, not least in elderly care. After their talks with a large number of municipalities, Victoria and Daniel are well acquainted with the difficulties that the municipalities have had to deal with. The conversation was most intense when it came to children, sports and association life and about the lack of sports events and youth cups. Victoria also wanted to hear more about Kristianstad's Vattenrike Biosphere Reserve, which she has visited, and about the scouts' postponed jamboree, where the king has a strong commitment. Victoria and Daniel asked also about business, housing construction and Kristianstad's development.
Kronprinsessparet på digitalt besök i Kristianstad - Kristianstads kommun

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Sara Lundberg from Arvidsjaur Municipality.
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The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Olof Lundberg from Stenungsund Municipality. Besides about the pandemic, they also wanted to know more about the challenges that Stenungsund faces. Olof Lundberg told, among other things, about the strong business community that characterizes Stenungsund and how the business community and the school work together regarding skills supply and skills development, about the housing shortage and that more people choose to settle in Stenungsund.

https://www.facebook.com/stenungsundskommun/photos/a.785494398214669/3854796371284441

 

[LadyFinn]

The third meeting on Monday 19th April Victoria and Daniel had with Mikael Rubin, the Chair of the Executive Committee and municipal director Fredrik Geijer from Trelleborg Municipality. They talked about the pandemic, but also the development plans that involve 5,000 homes in new coastal districts.
Rubin and Geijer reminded about the invitation sent to Victoria to inaugurate the new location of the Victoria Salon - a dining room interior from the railway ferry Victoria that operated Trelleborg-Sassnitz between 1919 and 1958. The invitation is still very much relevant, Mikael Rubin confirms. So maybe Victoria and Daniel will soon pay a physical visit to Trelleborg?
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The sixth meeting on Tuesday 20th April Victoria and Daniel had with Marith Hesse, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Partille Municipality.
- It is always fun to tell about Partille and what we do here, I highlighted, among other things, Jonsered's gardens and our rich association life. It was a nice and relaxed conversation that ended with the Crown Princess couple also greeting the municipality's employees and all residents, says Marith Hesse.
Victoria and Daniel asked about the municipality's companies and the importance of a good business climate. They talked about how municipal activities and the business community were affected by covid-19 and what the effects may be in the longer term. Marith Hesse told about the investment in extra activities for children and young people this summer to counteract sedentary and mental illness, something that was appreciated by Victoria and Daniel, the initiators of Generation Pep.
Kommunstyrelsens ordförande i samtal med Kronprinsessan Victoria och Prins Daniel Partille kommun

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Digital meetings with the municipalities continued today, at least three meetings.

This morning, Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Viktor Lundblad, the acting Chair of the Executive Committee of Lerum Municipality. They talked about pandemic's impact on the municipality and on the municipality as a whole at the 20-minute video call.

https://www.facebook.com/lerums.kommun/photos/a.10150181645207240/10159880485992240

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Linda Danielsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Mullsjö Municipality.
For half an hour, various topics were discussed, such as floorball finals, infrastructure and opportunities to build and live in Mullsjö. They talked about how the municipality has been affected by the pandemic, how it has affected healthcare and the inhabitants. Danielsson told also about good collaboration and constructive solutions that the municipality is proud of.
Kronprinsessparet gästade Mullsjö - Mullsjö

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with municipal councilor Catarina Pettersson from Hallstahammar Municipality.
They talked about how the corona pandemic has affected the municipality and its activities and about how the local business community has coped in the past year.
Digitalt möte med Kronprinsessparet - Hallstahammars kommun

 

[LadyFinn]

Found the information of one more meeting with the municipalities:
Victoria and Daniel have met Kjell Öjeryd, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Sorsele Municipality. Obviously the meeting was in February.
Öjeryd told about the meeting:
Had the privilege of meeting Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel digitally. They wanted to know how we and our companies coped with the pandemic. I was proud of our municipality because our infection situation at that time was very good with talented citizens who follow the restrictions that apply. Unfortunately, the infection situation has deteriorated since then. Told that the hospitality industry is most affected. Our other companies, for example in the wood industry, have done well.
kommunfullmaektige-2021-02-26

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More information about Victoria and Daniel's meeting with Marith Hesse, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Partille Municipality on 20th April. She has told to Göteborgs-Posten about the meeting.
The conversation lasted 30 minutes and Marith Hesse tells that Victoria and Daniel told about their covid disease and that they were lucky to have recovered well.
- I think it's a way to compensate that they usually go around and visit different places. Then this has become a way to solve it during the pandemic. I've not talked to them before. It's clear that it was a bit nervous before, it's not every day you talk to royalty and think about all the rules you have to abide by. But they were very nice and easy to talk to. I think it was honorable and nice of them to spend time on how we feel in the municipalities. The 30 minutes went very fast, says Marith Hesse.
Kronprinsessparet ville veta hur de har det i Partille _ GP

Municipal councilor Catarina Pettersson from Hallstahammar Municipality tells also at her Facebook more about her meeting with Victoria and Daniel on 23rd April.
A very nice meeting with the Crown Princess couple, Victoria and Daniel. Of course, I had Strömsholm Palace as a background image and told how beautiful it is right now, and how many visitors there are around the Palace. I also told about the municipality's development, how we grow and how we worked with positive development and "The good life in the vicinity of the big city". We talked about how we coped with the pandemic and I took the opportunity to praise our elderly care. We talked about our business life and the creativity of our companies. It was a very positive conversation characterized by great curiosity and willingness to take part in the municipality's situation and development.
Catarina Pettersson Facebook

 

[Blog Real]

On Monday, April 26, the Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel had a video conference with the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Denmark and the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Norway.


https://www.kungahuset.se/kungafami...ottesdigitalt.5.36680acc1784aca55601df61.html

 

[LadyFinn]

Article at the website of the Norwedian Royal Court
Skandinavisk møte - Det norske kongehus

At the website of the Danish Royal Court
Digitalt møde _ Kongehuset

Photo at Facebook of the Swedish Royal Court
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We see a photo of Estelle at the bookshelf
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According to the protocol of Laxå Municipality's municipal executive committee, Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Bo Rudolfsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Laxå Munipality on Friday 23rd April, it was the fourth meeting on that day.
https://www.laxa.se/download/18.1adb835b1784abb65cfa5aff/1617266194510/Protokoll KS 2021-03-31.pdf

 

[LadyFinn]

Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least five meetings today.

Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with the Chair of the Executive Committee Ebba Östlin and Chief of Staff Nadina Rosengren from Botkyrka Municipality.
We highlighted our fantastic Botkyrka for the Crown Princess couple! The strong growth, rising school results, housing construction, investments in violence prevention and our fantastic civil society. The minutes went too fast but still we had time to graze from all this! It is simply not possible to talk enough about Botkyrka and the Crown Princess couple are warmly welcomed back when the restrictions have eased.

https://www.facebook.com/botkyrka/photos/a.936733583023514/4456312517732252

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Sven Tornberg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of the City of Haparanda.
Victoria and Daniel wanted to hear how the municipality has handled the pandemic and how staff, residents and society at large have been affected.
- Of course I raised the border issue and our challenges there. I also told about all our fantastic employees, especially in health and care. None of us have previously experienced a pandemic, which required enormous work, rapid adjustments and new ways of working under great pressure, Tornberg says.
The importance of being able to look ahead was emphasized, even though we do not yet see the end of the pandemic. Tornberg told that there is a lot going on in Haparanda, such as the start of passenger traffic on the Haparanda line to Robinson. They also talked about the large investments that are now being made in both northern Sweden and Finland.
- It was a very nice conversation. They were curious about Haparanda, our current situation and our future, Tornberg concludes.
Digitalt möte med Kronprinsessparet _ Haparanda stad

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Per Ribacke, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Alvesta Municipality.
Just finished a very nice conversation with the Crown Princess and Prince Daniel. We talked about opportunities and challenges in Alvesta municipality. I must say that they were both knowledgeable, committed and above all interested in what is happening here.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10158966738529342&set=a.373001884341&type=3

The fourth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Thomas Lidberg, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Åtvidaberg Municipality.
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The fifth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Hans Bertil Sinclair, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Klippan Municipality.
- It was a very nice meeting where I could tell more about our municipality and the challenges that the municipality has had during the pandemic, says Hans Bertil.
He told how the municipality has worked with crisis management and been able to quickly reorganize and adapt their activities, especially in health and care, school, culture and leisure. They made early decisions about special purchases of protective equipment and visit restrictions on their special accommodation to keep the infection away. Victoria and Daniel were impressed by Klippan's initiative to make this purchase through good contacts as well as purchase of the ambulance.
Daniel was particularly interested in what the business life looked like and what consequences the pandemic had. Victoria and Daniel were also interested in the business at Ljungbyhed and they talked also about the relationship with the airport in Ängelholm, business start-ups and housing construction. They also looked ahead and talked about how the municipality looks at the time after the pandemic.
At the end of an almost 30 minute long meeting, Sinclair thanked for a very rewarding and pleasant conversation and welcomed the Crown Princess couple's family, and not least the Duke of Skåne, Prince Oscar, to Klippan municipality with many worthy places to visit and not least the Prince's Playground in Skäralid when the pandemic is over.
Kronprinsessparet i digitalt möte med Klippans kommun - Klippans kommun

 

[LadyFinn]

Digital meetings with the municipalities continue, at least six meetings today.

Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Christina Davidsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Nybro Municipality.
They talked of course about the challenges that the pandemic entailed and how the municipality handled the crisis, but also several other current topics such as digitization and broadband access in rural areas, investment in more places in care and school, etc.
Davidsson tells that they talked about the municipality's business and association life and Nybro's magnificent nature with hiking trails and nature reserves. They also discussed the importance of outdoor activities during the pandemic, Nybro municipality got a big boost with an increase in visitors in the Svartbäcksmåla activity area during the winter.
- It was a very nice conversation and the time went very fast. I am extremely grateful and honored for the genuine interest the Crown Princess couple shows us in the municipalities and how we feel in our everyday lives, says Christina Davidsson.
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Nybro kommun » Kronprinsessparet på digitalt besök i Nybro _ Nyhet

The second meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Peter Schölander, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Höganäs Municipality.
Among other things, the corona pandemic and its effects were discussed.
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Idag har Kronprinsessparet besökt Höganäs på sin digitala kommunrunda – Höganäs kommun

The third meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Anders Wigelsbo, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Sala Municipality.
Victoria and Daniel wanted to know how the staff in elderly care are feeling now after the tough work during the pandemic. Anders Wigelsbo informed about the situation and what the municipality intends to do in the future to deal with the effects of the crisis.
On Walpurgis Night, there is an extensive spontaneous cruising in Sala with hundreds of American vintage cars. Wigelsbo said that in an interview in Radio P4 Västmanland he had urged those who cruise and those who watch to be happy, but to avoid being hugged, you have to live at the same time as you need to be careful. Victoria and Daniel thought it was a good message.
Unemployment has risen in Sala during the pandemic, it is now just over nine %. The hospitality industry, service companies and restaurants have been hit hard. They talked about Sala's local business life, what it looks like and how it could be supplemented, for example with more jobs for the highly educated.
Victoria said that her visit to the Sala Silver Mine had left a great impression on her. Wigelsbo spoke about the royal family's strong connection to Sala through the silver mine and about the mine's significance for the hospitality industry.
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Kronprinsessparet gjorde digitalt besök i Sala - Kommunalråd - Sala kommun

The fourth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Urban Granström, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Nyköping Municipality.
Urban Granström tells that he told about the situation in care, school and the municipality in general. Victoria and Daniel shared his thoughts on how the pandemic has affected the young. Both the risk that more people will stop playing sports and that distance education means that some will have difficulty passing the grades. For many, school also means a lot of social, it is not just a place where you get education.
They talked a bit about the companies' opportunities. Granström told that they attracted people in the IT sector not to commute to Stockholm for work but to stay in Nyköping in the companies.
- I think it is good that the Crown Princess couple is involved in what issues the municipalities are struggling with and how the pandemic has affected the country. They said that they are impressed with everything that is done and they ended by greeting everyone who lives and works in Nyköping.
Kronprinsessparet hälsar till Nyköpingsborna

The fifth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Tobias Bernhardsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Färgelanda Municipality.

The sixth meeting Victoria and Daniel had with the Chair of the Executive Committee Meeri Wasberg and municipal director Magnus Gyllestad from Haninge Municipality.
The initiatives made during the pandemic to support the association life and the local business community in both large and small were highlighted. The efforts made to encourage both residents and temporary visitors to take advantage of Haninge's fantastic nature when the opportunity for indoor activities have been very severely limited were also part of the conversation. They talked also about the municipality's growth, business issues and unemployment.
Victoria and Daniel reflected on the challenges that exist in the activities in view of the municipality's large geography, and then the special archipelago support given to the island schools was given as an example.
- Since mid-January, the Crown Princess Couple has spoken to municipalities in different parts of Sweden. The reason for the conversation is that the Crown Princess couple wishes to receive information about the current situation in the municipality during the pandemic and how the municipality is working forward. For the Crown Princess couple, it is important to listen, and get the local picture of what great challenges the Swedish people have to deal with in the situation we are in today, says Lena Bartholdsson, Marshal of the Court and Head of HRH The Crown Princess's Household.
- It was a very nice and spontaneous conversation and there was a lot to talk about and tell about the municipality, Meeri Wasberg concludes.
Digitalt möte med kronprinsessan Victoria och prins Daniel - Haninge Kommun

 

[LadyFinn]

Found information about one more meeting with the municipalities:
On 26th March Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Teddy Nilsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Svalöv Municipality. The information can be seen at the protocoll of the Executive Committee.
https://www.svalov.se/download/18.2265b5a3178dc72ba082e67a/1618830086950/KS 210412.pdf

And information and photo from yesterday of Victoria and Daniel's meeting with Tobias Bernhardsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Färgelanda Municipality.
- It is an admirable initiative by the Crown Princess Couple to visit the municipalities in this way during the pandemic and they also show a genuine commitment and interest. I told about how proud we are about our rich association life that stands for community for all ages, builds culture and puts the municipality on the map. Examples were the Färgelanda Cup, which would have celebrated its 30th anniversary last year if the pandemic had not struck, and Dagsholms Golfklubb, which has recently been named Europe's most hospitable golf course. A very special connection for the Crown Princess couple and Färgelanda was pointed out. It was namely the case that at Her Majesty's wedding, were served quail eggs from Olstorp in Färgelanda.
They talked about the proximity to an outstanding nature and the opportunities they see connected to outdoor life, they see the increased interest in nature and they will take advantage of it in the future. They talked also about a large labor market and ambition to increase construction.They talked about Kroppefjäll, where new hiking trails are now taking shape together with local actors and regional Västkuststiftelsen.

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Found a meeting Victoria and Daniel had on 26th March with Emma Feldman, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Järfälla Municipality. That was the sixth meeting on that day.
They spoke about the pandemic and Emma Feldman told about the development of Barkarbystaden, nature and outdoor areas and the most current issues in Järfälla.
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I have now found 133 meetings which Victoria and Daniel have had with municipalities this year.

 

[LadyFinn]

Victoria and Daniel have also had a meeting with municipal councilor Catharina Bråkenhielm from Orust Municipality. She told about the meeting to Stenungsund newspaper. The date of the meeting hasn't been told.
Dogs common interest for the crown princess and municipal councilor
Bråkenhielm tells that Daniel was knowledgeable and well-read about Orust's problem, year-round houses are sold and become holiday homes. The holiday homes are inhabited for large parts of the year, but the property owners are registered in another municipality, meaning that Orust bears the costs but receives no tax revenue. Daniel saw this as a big issue and a problem which he thought Bråkenhielm (former member of the Riksdag) should talk with her party members. Holiday homes, often located in cultural-historical environments, also involve many building permit applications.
Victoria and Daniel showed great interest in Orust's cultural environment. They are planning a visit to Orust during the year and asked for tips on suitable excursion destinations. They knew Käringön well.
Bråkenhielm has a great interest in dogs and worked in Riksdag to get dogs into care and school. Victoria shares the commitment for working dogs in health and care.
- We talked for a long time about dogs, about their dog Rio and about the benefits that dogs can do in care. Prince Daniel is allergic to dogs, but he can handle this poodle mixed breed. The breed he prefers is a Labrador, but it is not possible due to his allergy.
- It was a really fun and rewarding conversation, we talked about what is close to their hearts. They are both sincerely interested and had read on before the meeting. I have talked to the Crown Princess when I was in the Riksdag, but this became something completely different. It would be nice if the Crown Princess and her family would visit Orust.
Hundar gemensamt intresse för kronprinsessa och kommunalråd _ Lokaltidningen STO

On 28th April Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Bengt Storbacka, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Lindesberg Municipality. That was the sixth meeting on that day.
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On 28th April the day's seventh meeting Victoria and Daniel had with Morgan E Andersson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Mellerud Municipality.
They talked about the covid-19 pandemic, how it affected Mellerud's residents, businesses, the hospitality industry and associations. Andersson told how the municipality has changed and that the crisis has reminded them that we need each other in society. He highlighted the work of their employees who have made admirable efforts.
They spoke about the collaboration with the other Dalsland municipalities in the environment, tourism, culture and higher education through the Campus Dalsland initiative, and about challenges ahead but also hopes for the future for Mellerud after the pandemic.
- It was a nice and relaxed conversation, says Morgan E Andersson, who appreciated Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's genuine commitment and interest in the municipalities' situation and that they are open to meeting digitally when the pandemic sets limits for traditional visits.
Kronprinsessparet besöker Mellerud digitalt - Melleruds kommun

 

[LadyFinn]

The seventh meeting with the municipalities on 29th April Victoria and Daniel had with Mats Nilsson, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Säter Municipality. The municipality tells about the meeting today at its website.
They talked about the strained Corona situation, which meant many challenges for Säter municipality. Nilsson told Victoria and Daniel that they have a high spread of infection right now, and the younger ages are also affected. Victoria and Daniel asked about the economic situation and Nilsson told about their large surplus last year, but also that they need to be careful in the coming years because it is an uncertain time ahead of us regarding the labor market in particular.
- During the pandemic it has risen from low 2.9 percent to 4.3 percent, which is a smaller increase than feared.
Victoria and Daniel were sorry about the situation with the closure of Kvarnsveden's paper mill in Säter's neighboring municipality Borlänge.
Victoria and Daniel told to Nilsson that they had visited Säter before.
- They have been here and visited the crispbread production in Stora Skedvi, and they said that they appreciate both Skedvi bread and Gustafskorv (smoked sausage made from horse meat), and that these are two brands that the municipality can be proud of, says Nilsson.
Säter kommun

 

[LadyFinn]

Digital meetings with the municipalities continued today.

Victoria and Daniel had a meeting with Bino Drummond, the Chair of the Executive Committee of Norrtälje Municipality.
They were very interested in how the situation is and has been due to the pandemic and asked about the effects it had on the elderly and increased isolation, about youth sports and the restrictions that made it difficult for young people to practice team sports, and also about the risk of increased mental illness, especially among upper secondary school students who have had a difficult time with long-term distance studies.
They talked about Norrtälje's positive migration flow in recent years. Many came from Stockholm and other region's municipalities to enable their housing dreams.
Victoria and Daniel asked about the social services and they talked about the need for early detection and the importance of children and young people receiving help and support in time, both for their own sake and for the sake of society.
Drummond invited Victoria and Daniel to Norrtälje's 400th anniversary next year.
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Kommunstyrelsens ordförande i samtal med kronprinsessan Victoria _ Norrtälje kommun

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Municipal councilor Bengt Hilmersson from Vårgårda Municipality told to Alingsås Tidning newspaper about his meeting with Victoria and Daniel on 19th April. Hilmersson said that they are incredibly nice. You see them on TV and then they seem nice but they were even nicer. It was fun that they had taken the initiative for the meeting. Victoria and Daniel knew Autoliv and Doggy, and they told that their dog eats Doggymat, the dog ran around in the background.
Victoria and Daniel also talked about their work with children and young people's health through Generation Pep, where Vårgårda is a pilot municipality.
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[Tatiana Maria]

Does the royal court not publicize the municipal meetings at all?