SF used special advisor as consultant for municipal elections after dismissal

Thomas Nystrøm, who previously resigned as a special advisor to SF party leader Pia Olsen Dyhr in 2020 amid allegations of harassment and inappropriate behavior, has continued to work with the Socialist People's Party (SF). Jens Andersen, SF's national secretary, confirmed in an email to Politiken that Nystrøm has been engaged as an external consultant for party campaigns, including municipal and regional elections, since his departure.

Nystrøm's role as a special advisor in the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Interior, appointed to assist Dyhr, had sparked considerable criticism. He announced his resignation from this position on Saturday, following public scrutiny. Dyhr had defended her decision to appoint him, stating that Nystrøm, as a party member, had contributed to SF's policy development through their campaign bureau.

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In connection with campaigns, SF collaborates with external agencies, where Thomas Nystrøm has also contributed as an external consultant in recent years, e.g. in connection with the municipal and regional elections.

The situation highlights ongoing debate within SF regarding Nystrøm's involvement and the party's handling of past allegations. While Dyhr maintained her stance on his contributions, Nystrøm's continued engagement as a consultant raises questions about the party's vetting processes and its commitment to addressing past controversies.

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Thomas Nystrøm has been a member of our party and therefore also a volunteer and thus also through our bureau has made various suggestions to us.