Ingvild Kjerkol

Norwegian politician and national leader

Ingvild Kjerkol - Norwegian politician and national leader
Born

May 18th, 1975
50 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Norway

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A Norwegian politician served as Minister of Health and Care Services from 2021. Active in national politics since 2005, held positions within the Norwegian Labour Party and was elected to the Norwegian Parliament in 2017. Kjerkol focused on health policy and care services, emphasizing accessibility and quality of medical care in Norway. Involved in several local political initiatives prior to national service.

Served as Minister of Health and Care Services

Elected to the Norwegian Parliament in 2017

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