In Kungsbacka, Sweden, a meeting place for seniors at Kyviksvägen 2 in Kullavik is set to close this summer after 30 years of operation. The venue, which hosts activities like woodworking, bingo, and weekly quizzes, will be converted into housing with special support and service for people with disabilities. The decision, announced by Kungsbacka Municipality in early February, has sparked protests, with 400 people signing petitions against it.
Helena Bengtsson, a 95-year-old quiz leader, described the closure as shocking and terrible. The Social Democrats in Kungsbacka have joined the criticism, while Fredrik Hansson, the responsible politician from the Centre Party, acknowledged tough priorities in politics and said he hopes to present proposals for a new location within the coming weeks.
The closure as shocking and terrible.
He hopes to present proposals for a new location within the coming weeks.