45 out of 61 members voted in favor of the proposal, four abstained.

The arena is proposed to have at least 2,500 seated spectators and is expected to be ready by the end of 2024. It will also accommodate commercial premises.

- I am very happy that we made this decision.

This means a large investment in sports and association life in Kungsbacka, says Fredrik Hansson (C), first vice chairman of the municipal board.

The newspaper Norra Halland was the first to report on the decision.