Moderate Party region councilor Carl Dahlin is leaving his position in Region Kalmar, according to official announcements made on March 5, 2026. The resignation follows criticism about Dahlin's absence from his full-time duties since November while reportedly receiving a monthly salary of approximately 70,000 SEK.
Dahlin, who served as region councilor responsible for culture and education matters, stated in a press release that his time in regional politics has prepared him for continued work at the municipal level. He has recently been elected chairman of the education committee in Mörbylånga municipality and gained positions in the municipal board and municipal management committee.
his time in regional politics has prepared him for continued work at the municipal level
The announcement was first reported by Barometern-OT, with SVT Småland confirming the development later the same day. According to the reports, Dahlin is leaving his regional position to focus on municipal politics in Mörbylånga, where he has taken on new leadership roles.
No specific timeline was provided for when Dahlin's resignation from the region councilor position will take effect, but the decision appears to be immediate based on the press releases issued on Thursday.