A husband who controls the wife's account or an ex-partner who delays the division of assets. At least every eighth woman has been subjected to economic violence in a close relationship. And the state is not doing enough to stop it, shows a fresh review from the National Audit Office.
Swedish politicsMore knowledge about economic violence leads to decreased problems. This is what Sara Zachrisson, representative of Divorce Life – a network and meeting place for women going through divorce, believes. It's something one should get education about in school, she says.
SwedenFalling trees, bridges that are rotting and overflowing trash cans. This is the reality in several of the country's national parks and nature reserves. The gap between the great needs and the government's allocations is far too large, says Kristina Ljungros, Secretary General of the Swedish Outdoor Association.
Swedish politicsThousands of cases pending and partially arbitrary handling. The Migration Agency's work is not efficient, according to the National Audit Office.
SwedenThe ROT deduction is temporarily increased in the government's initiative to boost the economy. The increase accounts for the larger part of a stimulus package totaling 5.8 billion kronor.
BusinessThe buildup of Sweden's civil defense has gone far too slowly. This is stated by the National Audit Office in a report that criticizes the government for both inadequate governance and financing over the past decade.
Swedish politicsMany students who aim to become teachers, engineers or nurses drop out of their university studies. Often, the educational institutions are left without notice. It would be a reasonable requirement for students to notify their departure, and not just stop showing up, according to the National Audit Office.
SwedenThe state has taken too little responsibility for the municipal water and sewage networks. Despite known deficiencies, no action has been taken, the National Audit Office concludes in a new review.
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