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Kristersson: Historic decision on new nuclear power at Ringhals
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Kristersson: Historic decision on new nuclear power at Ringhals

The government has signed several agreements on ownership, capital contributions and loans for the construction of three smaller reactors at Ringhals. This is truly a historic decision, says Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M)
Every second person believes immigration will increase with a change of government
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Every second person believes immigration will increase with a change of government

The Social Democrats want a restrained immigration policy, but nearly half of Swedes believe immigration will increase if the opposition wins the election.
Jimmie Åkesson attacks Social Democrats: You have let security be lost
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Jimmie Åkesson attacks Social Democrats: You have let security be lost

SD party leader Jimmie Åkesson launches a harsh attack on former Social Democratic ministers in his Almedalen speech. "You have let security be lost," he says, and promises to do everything in his power to stop what he describes as a forced mixing of the population
The No side won the nuclear power vote in Karlshamn
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The No side won the nuclear power vote in Karlshamn

The residents of Karlshamn have voted against a future nuclear power plant in the municipality, local media report.
Referendum on nuclear power in Karlshamn seen as most important issue
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Referendum on nuclear power in Karlshamn seen as most important issue

Karlshamn is a candidate municipality to host new nuclear power, but residents have mixed feelings. Preliminary results from the municipality's referendum are expected on Sunday evening
Denmark extends border controls with Germany for another four months
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Denmark extends border controls with Germany for another four months

The Danish government has decided to extend border controls with Germany for another four months.
Svantesson: We will save 70 billion kronor
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Svantesson: We will save 70 billion kronor

Lower unemployment benefits and worse food in the country's prisons are among the measures being proposed. The Moderates are now presenting how they want to finance their reforms in the next term without raising taxes
KD's message: Then we can cooperate with S
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KD's message: Then we can cooperate with S

KD can join forces with the Social Democrats to abolish the country's regions in the next term. "I would welcome such broad cooperation
Government abandons prison sentences for 13-year-olds
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Government abandons prison sentences for 13-year-olds

The government is withdrawing the proposal that 13-year-olds should be able to be sentenced to prison - to avoid the proposal failing in parliament. Instead, a 14-year limit is proposed
Åkesson: Social Democrats not credible on stricter migration policy
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Åkesson: Social Democrats not credible on stricter migration policy

"The Social Democrats are not credible when it comes to promises of a stricter migration policy," said Jimmie Åkesson (SD) during a debate with Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson on SVT's Aktuellt.
KU review of the government ends in major row between Tidö parties and the opposition
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KU review of the government ends in major row between Tidö parties and the opposition

There is a major row between the Tidö parties and the opposition after the Riksdag's constitutional committee failed to agree on criticisms in the KU's annual review of the government. At the same time, there are sharp criticisms of several cabinet ministers, their shareholdings and the so-called Landerholm affair
Center Party: Kristersson has disqualified himself as a candidate for prime minister
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Center Party: Kristersson has disqualified himself as a candidate for prime minister

The Center Party no longer sees Ulf Kristersson as a possible candidate for prime minister. The reason is, among other things, that he has promised to cede important ministerial posts to the Sweden Democrats (SD)
V: Tax on billionaires would save welfare
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V: Tax on billionaires would save welfare

For the sake of justice and welfare, a billionaire tax is needed, says Left Party leader Nooshi Dadgostar. It's money a billionaire would barely notice, she says of the proposed tax, which she hopes will bring V closer to a seat in government in the event of a red-green election victory
Sweden wants to abolish the national security advisor post
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Sweden wants to abolish the national security advisor post

The Social Democrats intend to abolish the post of national security adviser if they are able to form a government after the elections this fall.
Journalist Erika Bjerström awarded this year's Anna Lindh Prize
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Journalist Erika Bjerström awarded this year's Anna Lindh Prize

Journalist and author Erika Bjerström has been awarded this year's Anna Lindh Prize.
Criticism: Risk of 21-year-olds being deported instead of teenagers
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Criticism: Risk of 21-year-olds being deported instead of teenagers

Even though the Tidö parties are now introducing a "valve" for the so-called teenage expulsions, the opposition fears that there will be loopholes in the new law. It is their way of improving their standing in opinion polls, not addressing the real problems, says Niels Paarup-Petersen (C)
Social Democrats promise housing construction support if elected
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Social Democrats promise housing construction support if elected

The Social Democrats are promising support for 10,000 new homes in university towns and in areas where new industries are being established. This will give more young people the opportunity to pursue education and afford rent
The Center drops demand for market rents in new construction
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The Center drops demand for market rents in new construction

The Center is dropping its previous demand for the freedom to set rents in new construction, so-called "market rents", Ekot reports.
First negotiations on Danish government end after Marienborg talks
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First negotiations on Danish government end after Marienborg talks

The first negotiations for a center-left government in Denmark have now been concluded.
UN decision: Must reduce emissions, but the US may refuse
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UN decision: Must reduce emissions, but the US may refuse

A new ruling is increasing pressure on countries to do more to tackle climate change. It could make it easier for affected countries and individuals to sue major emitters
Social Democrats want to cooperate across blocs, even if they win the election
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Social Democrats want to cooperate across blocs, even if they win the election

S leader Magdalena Andersson wants to cooperate across the bloc on several issues after the election, even if she were to secure a majority.
Politicians suspected of crimes leave board positions at Stadsbacken in Sundsvall
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Politicians suspected of crimes leave board positions at Stadsbacken in Sundsvall

Four Social Democratic politicians suspected of committing crimes are leaving their positions at the Stadsbacken Group in Sundsvall, local media report.
Demands resignation after SD's social services flyer
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Demands resignation after SD's social services flyer

SD in Halland handed out a flyer with the message "Stop social services from taking care of your children. " The flyer was withdrawn, but several parties are demanding the resignation of its initiator, Stina Isaksson (SD)
Social Democrats want external review of Prime Minister Kristersson over impeachment
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Social Democrats want external review of Prime Minister Kristersson over impeachment

The Social Democrats want an external review of Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) and his government over the impeachment. All cards must be on the table, party secretary Tobias Baudin tells TT
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