In total, there are 59 686 people in Gotland, and the increase is mainly due to an increasing number of people choosing to move to the island, says the region.

- It is fantastic fun and positive that we are increasing the population for the sixth year in a row. This means that we will soon reach the magical limit of 60,000 inhabitants, if this positive population trend continues, says Eva Nypelius (C) regional board chair.

She also says that Campus Gotland and the re-establishment of the defense are important players for increased migration.

Svt Nyheter Öst has earlier this week reported that between 2018 and 2000, more and more people moved to Gotland and it is mainly 60- and 70-talists who account for the move.

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Karin Bill is one of those who has recently moved to Gotland. Photo: SVT