Norstat has carried out the survey on behalf of NRK. The survey was conducted this week, and 1,011 people participated.
62 percent respond that they support the monarchy. In comparison, support was 81 per cent when the royal couple turned 80 in 2017. In May this year, support had fallen to 73 per cent. In the last two weeks alone, support has fallen from 68 to 63 percent.
The turnout is the lowest Norstat has measured for NRK.
While 19 per cent answered in August that they wanted a different form of government in Norway, this proportion has increased to 27 per cent in the last two weeks.
Historian and author Tor Bomann-Larsen emphasizes that there are still twice as many Norwegians who support the monarchy than those who want a republic.
– But the dramatic fall during the summer of this year must be said to be sensational, he says to NRK.
– Two negative cases have characterized the royal media image in this period: the police case against the crown princess’s son, who lives in Skaugum, and the commercial uproar surrounding Princess Märtha Louise’s wedding celebration, he points out.
In the same survey, 69 percent responded that they believed Princess Märtha Louise should lose the title.
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2024-09-08 19:06:31
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The State of the Norwegian Monarchy: A Shift in Public Opinion
In recent years, the Norwegian monarchy has experienced a significant decline in public support. A survey conducted by Norstat on behalf of NRK, a Norwegian broadcasting corporation, has revealed that only 62 percent of respondents support the monarchy, a stark contrast to the 81 percent recorded in 2017 when the royal couple turned 80 [[1]]. This drop in support is a concerning trend for the royal family and has sparked debate about the future of the monarchy in Norway.
A Constitutional Monarchy in Flux
Norway is a constitutional monarchy, where the King serves as the head of state but has primarily ceremonial and representative duties [1]. The role of the monarchy is to symbolize national unity and stability, but it appears that the institution is facing an identity crisis.
A Shift in Public Opinion
The survey results indicate that Norwegians are increasingly questioning the relevance of the monarchy. In the last two weeks alone, support for the monarchy has fallen from 68 to 63 percent [[1]]. Moreover, 27 percent of respondents now favor a different form of government, up from 19 percent in August [[1]]. This shift in public opinion is significant, and historians like Tor Bomann-Larsen are taking notice.
Age-Old Divisions
Interestingly, the survey results also reveal age-related divisions in attitudes towards the monarchy. According to a Statista survey, 85 percent of respondents aged 30 to 39 support the monarchy, while 80 percent of those aged 40 to 49 share the same view [3]. However, support for the monarchy among younger age groups is significantly lower, suggesting that the institution may struggle to resonate with future generations.
A Historical Low
The latest survey results mark a historical low for the Norwegian monarchy. As reported by News in English, a new survey shows that only 40 percent of respondents disagree with the idea of abolishing the monarchy, a stark contrast to previous years [2]. This decline in support is a concern for the royal family and raises questions about the monarchy’s relevance in modern Norway.
Conclusion
The Norwegian monarchy is facing an unprecedented crisis of confidence. As public opinion continues to shift away from the institution, it is essential for the royal family to adapt and respond to the changing needs and values of the Norwegian people. By understanding the underlying causes of this decline in support, the monarchy can work to reinvigorate its role and relevance in Norwegian society.
Sources
[1] Norstat survey conducted on behalf of NRK
[2] News in English, “Support for the monarchy falls” (September 2, 2024)
[3] Statista, “Survey on attitude towards Norway being a monarchy by age” (July 31, 2024)
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The State of the Norwegian Monarchy: A Shift in Public Opinion
In recent years, the Norwegian monarchy has experienced a significant decline in public support. A survey conducted by Norstat on behalf of NRK, a Norwegian broadcasting corporation, has revealed that only 62 percent of respondents support the monarchy, a stark contrast to the 81 percent recorded in 2017 when the royal couple turned 80 [[1]]. This drop in support is a concerning trend for the royal family and has sparked debate about the future of the monarchy in Norway.
A Constitutional Monarchy in Flux
Norway is a constitutional monarchy, where the King serves as the head of state but has primarily ceremonial and representative duties [1]. The role of the monarchy is to symbolize national unity and stability, but it appears that the institution is facing an identity crisis.
A Shift in Public Opinion
The survey results indicate that Norwegians are increasingly questioning the relevance of the monarchy. In the last two weeks alone, support for the monarchy has fallen from 68 to 63 percent [[1]]. Moreover, 27 percent of respondents now favor a different form of government, up from 19 percent in August [[1]]. This shift in public opinion is significant, and historians like Tor Bomann-Larsen are taking notice.
Age-Old Divisions
Interestingly, the survey results also reveal age-related divisions in attitudes towards the monarchy. According to a Statista survey, 85 percent of respondents aged 30 to 39 support the monarchy, while 80 percent of those aged 40 to 49 share the same view [3]. However, support for the monarchy among younger age groups is significantly lower, suggesting that the institution may struggle to resonate with future generations.
A Historical Low
The latest survey results mark a historical low for the Norwegian monarchy. As reported by News in English, a new survey shows that only 40 percent of respondents disagree with the idea of abolishing the monarchy, a stark contrast to previous years [2]. This decline in support is a concern for the royal family and raises questions about the monarchy’s relevance in modern Norway.
Conclusion
The Norwegian monarchy is facing an unprecedented crisis of confidence. As public opinion continues to shift away from the institution, it is essential for the royal family to adapt and respond to the changing needs and values
