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Dogs in cages - woman prosecuted for animal cruelty

Dogs were living in the stench of urine and feces, and several were kept in cages. Now a woman in Halland is being charged with animal cruelty and violating the Animal Welfare Act.

Supreme Court to Decide on Case Processing Time and European Court Practices

How long is a reasonable time for authorities to process cases? And should Swedish courts relate to the European Court's practice? The questions will now be decided in the Supreme Court.

Nytorgs Man Receives Animal Ban for Duck Neglect in Skåne

The serial rapist Nytorgsmannen has been given an animal ban after the County Administrative Board in Skåne found starved ducks on the farm of the house where he lived, reports Skånska Dagbladet.

Large Medieval Silver Treasure Discovered Near Stockholm

A private individual has found an unusually large silver treasure from early medieval times. The treasure was found in the Stockholm area and the County Administrative Board's archaeologists are now working on analyzing the find.

Stockholm Nightclub Trädgården Secures Two-Year Operation Extension

The nightclub Trädgården in Stockholm will be allowed to continue operations – for at least two years.

MSB Highlights Uncertainties in African Swine Fever Crisis Management

The large swine fever outbreak in Västmanland 2023 was handled well regarding the infection itself – but there were deficiencies in the crisis management, states MSB in its evaluation.

Kinberg Batra to Review Her Former Role at County Administrative Board

Ancient Monument Areas Damaged by Forestry

38 percent of the ancient monument areas found in Swedish forests have been damaged in connection with forestry. This is shown by inventories made by the Forestry Agency.