The Social Democratic Party has just concluded a five-day congress in Gothenburg. On Wednesday, Elisabeth Svantesson is holding a press conference on what the S-congress decisions mean for the Swedish economy. The figures point to 600,000 fewer working hours, 11,000 fewer employed and 9 per cent lower growth.
Primarily, this is due to the fact that they have calculated that working hours will be reduced to a 35-hour week.
They haven't proposed it, but they want to, says Svantesson.
The congress decision is that the party sees a need for shorter working hours, which should primarily be achieved through negotiations between trade unions and employers.
In a time of crisis, everyone must do everything they can to contribute, then it's not the time to work less, says.
She states that it is non-political officials at the Ministry of Finance who are behind the calculations. And she points out that even the left-wing side scrutinized the opposition during its time in power.
Other Moderate ministers have also commented on the S-congress. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) has warned that the S is making a dangerous left turn and the M Party Secretary Karin Enström has demanded the resignation of S leader Magdalena Andersson.
I think it's panic now at Rosenbad, Ulf Kristersson is throwing dirt at the opposition party to confuse.
For me, they can have a press conference every day about our policy, but I think voters expect a prime minister who tackles social problems.
