Aftonbladet's editor-in-chief Lotta Folcker leaves

Lotta Folcker took up the position in 2024. She tells Aftonbladet that the decision to leave was not easy.

- But for personal reasons, I have come to the conclusion that it is right for me to hand over the responsibility, she continues.

The other week, Aftonbladet's editor-in-chief Karin Schmidt stepped in as acting responsible publisher for the newspaper. She continues in that role during a transition period, when finance manager Emelie Karlsson steps in as acting person responsible for Aftonbladet's business.

Cecilia Vaccari, the Journalists' Association's club president at Aftonbladet, says that the news that Lotta Folcker is quitting came as a surprise and that many at the newspaper are sad.

The announcement comes in a period where Aftonbladet has gone through several changes. Among other things, they launched a major radio venture, Radio Aftonbladet, as recently as August.

- Of course, it's a huge sadness and tough right now, it's a bit like a family without a parent. But for Lotta's sake, we – both the union, employees and management – ​​are determined that we will fix this, she says.

What kind of publisher do you want to see in the future?

- Someone who, just like Lotta, puts journalism in focus and dares to invest, but at the same time has the heart of the employees and understands the importance of constructive cooperation with the union.

Siv Juvik Tveitnes, CEO of Schibsted, tells the newspaper that Lotta Folcker "has made outstanding contributions to Aftonbladet in recent years".

- Aftonbladet is strong, both journalistically and commercially, she continues.