Frp MP Morten Wold Returns to Parliament After Leave
Translated from Norwegian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Morten Wold, a Progress Party (Frp) Member of Parliament, has returned to the Storting (parliament) after a leave of absence.
- Wold took leave in the spring after being caught driving under the influence of alcohol.
- He previously resigned as First Vice-President of the Storting due to his alcohol-related issues.
Morten Wold, a representative for the Progress Party (Frp) from Buskerud, has made his return to the Storting following a period of leave. This absence began after he was apprehended by police for driving under the influence during the Easter holiday. The incident led to his resignation from the prestigious position of First Vice-President of the Storting, a role he had held since 2017, having previously served as Second and Third Vice-President.
During his leave, Wold acknowledged personal challenges and admitted to making serious errors in judgment. While he has returned to parliamentary duties, he has opted not to comment further on the matter beyond what was stated in an earlier press release. The legal proceedings stemming from the DUI charge are expected to take place in June, with Wold's legal counsel indicating a desire for a swift resolution.
He wishes not to comment on the case beyond that.
Wold, who was first elected to the Storting in 2013, has been a consistent figure in Norwegian politics. His return to parliament marks a new chapter after a difficult period, though the legal repercussions of his actions are still pending.
that he has had challenges over time, and that he has made serious mistakes.
Originally published by Aftenposten in Norwegian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.