Sissel Knutsen Hegdal has been granted permission to resign from her position as mayor of Stavanger.

This decision follows her updated application citing personal difficulties in continuing her role.

Initially, the municipal director, Per Kristian Vareide, recommended against her resignation, but later revised his stance after Hegdal provided more detailed reasons.

The city council unanimously approved her request, leading to Tormod Wilson Losnedal being elected as the new mayor.

This case highlights the complexities and legal considerations involved in resigning from elected positions in Norway.