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Unions warn Sweden’s reporting law could deter migrants from healthcare and schools

Unions warn Sweden’s reporting law could deter migrants from healthcare and schools

Mon 13 Jul 2026 07:13 CEST

Six authorities are now required to inform the police if there is reason to believe that a foreigner lacks the right to reside in Sweden. But critics of what they call the “reporting law” say the indirect effects are extensive and that healthcare and schools are not exempt in practice

The government wants to stop benefits for serious criminals

The government wants to stop benefits for serious criminals

Wed 15 Apr 2026 13:33 CEST

Serious criminals should no longer be able to receive benefits, the government believes. If you are a terrorist, a gang criminal or a rapist, we believe that you have forfeited your right to benefits and allowances, says Minister for the Elderly and Social Insurance Anna Tenje (M)

Failure of the establishment jobs

Failure of the establishment jobs

Thu 13 Nov 2025 09:23 CET

It took several years to develop – the support measure worth hundreds of millions of kronor that would help the long-term unemployed and those born abroad get a foothold in the job market. The result after two years: 84 jobs

The Police Should Inform About Repatriation Grants

The Police Should Inform About Repatriation Grants

Thu 19 Dec 2024 12:31 CET

Immigrants who encounter the police next year may be informed about the return allowance. The government points out four authorities that will help the Migration Agency to inform about the allowance