Lisa Bjurwald Appointed New Editor-in-Chief at Altinget Sverige
Lisa Bjurwald is named the new editor-in-chief of Altinget Sverige, bringing extensive experience to enhance political journalism.
Key Points
- • Lisa Bjurwald appointed as the new editor-in-chief of Altinget Sverige.
- • Bjurwald has over 25 years of journalistic experience, previously at Dagens Nyheter and Expressen.
- • She aims to elevate Altinget’s role ahead of the 2026 elections.
- • Altinget is the largest political editorial team in Sweden.
Lisa Bjurwald has been announced as the new editor-in-chief and responsible publisher of Altinget Sverige, effective after the summer. With a robust background in journalism spanning over 25 years, Bjurwald has previously held significant roles at major Swedish publications such as Dagens Nyheter and Expressen, as well as editor-in-chief of Författaren. Most recently, she was the political editor at Vestmanlands Läns Tidning (VLT).
Bjurwald's appointment was met with enthusiasm from Altinget's CEO, Anne Marie Kindberg, who noted that her passion for political journalism will be beneficial for the outlet and its readership. "Bjurwald’s drive and energy will invigorate our political editorial team," Kindberg stated, highlighting the importance of her leadership as Altinget prepares for the upcoming 2026 elections.
In her new position, Bjurwald aims to elevate Altinget's role in political discussions and enhance its visibility in the political landscape, leveraging the expertise of the largest political editorial team in Sweden. Altinget Sverige, known for its comprehensive coverage of political issues, operates under the umbrella of Alrow Media, which also includes its counterparts in Denmark and Norway.