Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra has recently been the focus of considerable attention in Norway, and a new poll has confirmed her strong support among the public. The survey, conducted by Verian on behalf of TV 2 between September 2 and 8, surveyed 985 people nationwide.
The results were clear for the 22-year-old Crown Princess: Many Norwegians expressed a high level of trust in her, putting her well ahead of her mother, Mette-Marit. The royal family has also been following these developments closely, as the role of the young heir to the throne has recently become increasingly important.
Ingrid Alexandra Enjoys Significantly Higher Levels of Trust
The survey revealed a clear gap between mother and daughter. Ingrid Alexandra scored 73 percent when respondents were asked whether they had “a great deal” or “quite a lot” of trust in her. Mette-Marit, on the other hand, scored 35 percent.
TV 2 data analyst Terje Sørensen described the difference as “remarkable” and said of the Crown Princess: “She’s just incredibly popular.” Although Mette-Marit’s approval rating had improved, it still fell well short of her daughter’s. Previously, only 22.6 percent of respondents had said they had confidence in her.
Her Military Service Bolstered the Heir’s Public Image
Royal family expert Ole-Jørgen Schulsrud-Hansen did not consider the Crown Princess’s strong showing unexpected. She has received considerable positive attention in recent weeks. Another possible reason for her popularity is her previous military service, which was well received by many Norwegians.
Following the death of King Harald at the age of 89, King Haakon assumed the throne and succeeded his father. With the change at the head of the royal family, the question of what role Ingrid Alexandra will play in the future has come into sharper focus.
Mette-Marit Faces Pressure Over Health Issues and Controversies
For Mette-Marit, the situation has been more difficult. Health issues and media coverage surrounding her have dominated the debate. These have included her past association with Jeffrey Epstein, as well as discussions surrounding her son, Marius Borg Høiby, who was convicted at first instance.
As a result, opinions in Norway have been divided over whether she is the right person to serve as queen. Schulsrud-Hansen, however, sees opportunities for her: “The queen can build trust and popularity over time, but of course, the current health situation makes that more difficult.”
The Monarchy Remains Important to Many Norwegians
The survey also made clear how much the monarchy remains part of the public consciousness. Only three or four percent of those surveyed said they had no opinion about the people mentioned in the poll. For Sørensen, this showed that almost everyone in the country had an opinion on the matter.
The debate therefore centers not only on personal popularity but also on the standing of the royal family as a whole. Especially following the succession to the throne, questions of trust, support, and public acceptance in Norway remain closely tied to the family’s key figures.
