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One in Eight Children in Sweden Lives in Poverty, Report Finds
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One in Eight Children in Sweden Lives in Poverty, Report Finds

Every eighth child lives in poverty in Sweden, according to the Save the Children child poverty report. This means 276,000 vulnerable children
New Mortgage Rules May Increase Housing Prices, Experts Warn
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New Mortgage Rules May Increase Housing Prices, Experts Warn

The Government wants to raise the ceiling for how large loans home buyers can take and soften the requirement for amortizations. The Central Bank, National Debt Office and National Institute of Economic Research (NIER) are among those who warn of risks with the proposals
Regretting an Advent Calendar Purchase: What You Need to Know
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Regretting an Advent Calendar Purchase: What You Need to Know

Advent calendar with everything from makeup to tea and fishing lures has increased in popularity. Despite the price tag often being several thousand kronor
Tips for Selling Gold: What to Consider Beforehand
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Tips for Selling Gold: What to Consider Beforehand

Read the contract terms carefully, check up on the company and read reviews from people who have previously sold gold to them. These are the main tips from the Consumer Agency's guide to those who want to sell their gold online or over the counter
Gold Prices Surge as Complaints Against Private Sellers Rise
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Gold Prices Surge as Complaints Against Private Sellers Rise

During the latest gold rush, not only has the price of the precious metal skyrocketed. Also, the reports to the Consumer Agency from private individuals who feel cheated by companies that buy gold are steadily moving upwards
Bianca Ingrosso Faces Million-Krona Fine for Covert Advertising
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Bianca Ingrosso Faces Million-Krona Fine for Covert Advertising

Bianca Ingrosso must stop doing covert advertising for her products. Otherwise, there is a risk of a fine of millions, warns the Consumer Ombudsman (KO)
Gold Buyer Guldbrev to List on Stockholm Stock Exchange Amid Criticism
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Gold Buyer Guldbrev to List on Stockholm Stock Exchange Amid Criticism

Gold certificates will be listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange. The company, which buys gold, has been questioned for its marketing methods
Activity Toys Pose Serious Injury Risks for Children in EU Survey
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Activity Toys Pose Serious Injury Risks for Children in EU Survey

Many so-called activity toys for children – for example swings – can be dangerous. Barely a fifth meet the EU's safety requirements, according to a survey
Sweden to Temporarily Halve Food VAT from April 2026
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Sweden to Temporarily Halve Food VAT from April 2026

The Government and The Sweden Democrats propose that the food VAT be temporarily reduced from 12 to 6 percent in April next year. A food price commission will keep track of the food giants actually lowering the prices
Cycleurope Recalls Child Helmets Lelle and Boo for Safety Risks
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Cycleurope Recalls Child Helmets Lelle and Boo for Safety Risks

Customs Seize Over 1,200 Counterfeit Labubu Dolls
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Customs Seize Over 1,200 Counterfeit Labubu Dolls

Monster doll Labubu continues its winning streak around the world. But there are many who want to earn a kronor on the popular dolls and there are plenty of counterfeits
Consumer Agency's Proposed Telemarketing Ban Could Cost Thousands of Jobs
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Consumer Agency's Proposed Telemarketing Ban Could Cost Thousands of Jobs

The Consumer Agency believes that telephone sales should be prohibited. The chairman of the industry organization Kontakta, Tina Wahlroth, means that it would hit hard on many, especially young people
Swedish Consumer Agency Proposes Ban on Telephone Sales
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Swedish Consumer Agency Proposes Ban on Telephone Sales

The Swedish Consumer Agency proposes that telephone sales be completely banned. The business method is problematic in its basic construction
Misleading Car Warranty Companies Continue to Emerge
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Misleading Car Warranty Companies Continue to Emerge

Agneta received an invoice for an extended new car warranty from a company she had never heard of. The company claims that they have taken over the customers from "Fordonsverket", which has long been proven to be a scam
SJ Under Review by Swedish Consumer Agency After Train Delays
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SJ Under Review by Swedish Consumer Agency After Train Delays

SJ has during the summer been affected by several major delays and train stops. Now the Swedish Consumer Agency will review the train company
XXXLutz Recalls Crib Due to Suffocation and Injury Risks
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XXXLutz Recalls Crib Due to Suffocation and Injury Risks

Swedish Students Struggle with Tight Budgets Despite Study Support
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Swedish Students Struggle with Tight Budgets Despite Study Support

The Swedish study support of 13,500 kronor per month is not enough to live on. Without housing allowance, the calculation bursts
Eden Wood Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Strangulation Risk
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Eden Wood Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Strangulation Risk

Jollyroom Recalls Uptown Rider Kick Scooter for Safety Concerns
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Jollyroom Recalls Uptown Rider Kick Scooter for Safety Concerns

Train Passengers May Get No Compensation for Delays Due to Weather
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Train Passengers May Get No Compensation for Delays Due to Weather

Compensation for delay after the train chaos? Well, do not be so sure about it. The train companies can claim that the thunderstorm is not their fault
Stricter Amusement Park Regulations Delayed Until 2027
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Stricter Amusement Park Regulations Delayed Until 2027

Summer's fast-spinning carousels are assembled several times at traveling amusement parks – but are only inspected annually. The criticized rules will not be changed until 2027
Beware of Scams When Applying for UK Entry Permit This Summer
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Beware of Scams When Applying for UK Entry Permit This Summer

Be careful of unscrupulous actors who want to cheat you when you apply for entry permit to the British Isles. It can become very expensive all of a sudden, says Amelie Thelander, legal advisor at Consumer Europe
Company Fined for Sending Fake Invoices to Car Owners
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Company Fined for Sending Fake Invoices to Car Owners

Skara Sommarland Implements New Safety Measures After Drowning Incident
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Skara Sommarland Implements New Safety Measures After Drowning Incident

After the fatal accident and the Swedish Consumer Agency's criticism – now Skara Sommarland introduces new routines. All guests can feel safe, safety is the first priority, says CEO Christoffer Östling to Skaraborgs Läns Tidning
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