On Tuesday 17 November, Tor Inge Vormedal will give a talk on a decade marked by major social changes, political debates and developments in the region. Through stories and reflections, the 1990s will be placed in a local context.
A decade of change
The lecture highlights a period that began with high unemployment, high interest rates and economic challenges. At the same time, major changes took place in technology, transport and social life.
Haugaland in the 1990s
The audience will hear about events and trends that left their mark on the region. Topics such as the EU debate, the establishment of Haugesund Football Club, the rise of Vamp and major transport projects form part of the narrative of the decade.
About the speaker
Tor Inge Vormedal holds a Master of Arts degree from the University of Bergen and has extensive experience as a journalist. He has written a number of books, including a comprehensive series on the history of Haugalandet, in which the region’s development is documented through text and images.
