Leif Johan Sevland (born 13 September 1961 in Avaldsnes) is a Norwegian politician for the Conservative Party.
Leif Johan Sevland | |
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| Mayor of Stavanger | |
| In office 16 October 1995 – 17 October 2011 | |
| Deputy | Leif Måsvær Bjørg Tysdal Moe |
| Preceded by | Leif Måsvær |
| Succeeded by | Christine Sagen Helgø |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Leif Johan Sevland 13 September 1961 Avaldsnes, Norway |
| Spouse | Anne Selnes |
| Occupation | Politician |
He served as a deputy representative to the Norwegian Parliament from Rogaland during the terms 1985–1989 and 1993–1997.
On the local level, Sevland has been mayor of Stavanger from 1995-2011. From 1987 to 1999 he was also a member of Rogaland county council. He chaired the party chapter in Stavanger from 1989 to 1994 and the county chapter from 1994 to 1998.
He graduated from Rogaland University College (now named University of Stavanger) in 1983. Before entering politics he worked at the trotting track Forus, from 1989 to 1994 as manager.
He is married to Anne Selnes.
References
edit- "Leif Johan Sevland" (in Norwegian). Storting.
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