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Kristersson and Andersson step up election campaigning as government issue takes centre stage
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Kristersson and Andersson step up election campaigning as government issue takes centre stage

The two prime ministerial rivals are picking up the pace in the election campaign. Moderate Party leader Ulf Kristersson hopes the issue of government will give him victory in the election
Magdalena Andersson sets out plan to govern Sweden on security, prosperity and cohesion
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Magdalena Andersson sets out plan to govern Sweden on security, prosperity and cohesion

Safer, richer and more cohesive. It is with these three principles and promises that the Social Democrats' party leader, Magdalena Andersson, wants to govern Sweden
Liberals race to clear 4 percent threshold as Mohamsson presses policy pitch
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Liberals race to clear 4 percent threshold as Mohamsson presses policy pitch

It is becoming urgent for the crisis-ridden Liberals to reach the four percent threshold. Party leader Simona Mohamsson is trying to reach voters with the party's policy proposals, but it is still overshadowed by relations with the Sweden Democrats
Kristersson says Spain must regain control as migrants storm Ceuta border
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Kristersson says Spain must regain control as migrants storm Ceuta border

Tens of thousands of migrants have stormed the border into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta - and the crisis is raising concerns among politicians in Europe. “It is important that Spain acts urgently to regain control,” writes Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M)
Helen Sjöholm’s key election issue: Where children go with their worries and vulnerability
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Helen Sjöholm’s key election issue: Where children go with their worries and vulnerability

Where will children go with their worries and vulnerability when we do not have a cultural school that welcomes them, and no youth centers or youth workers? That is artist Helen Sjöholm's question to cultural politicians. She is the next person in TT's summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections
Swedes Abroad Can Start Voting on July 30 as Election Race Tightens
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Swedes Abroad Can Start Voting on July 30 as Election Race Tightens

In every close election, eyes are focused on the votes of Swedes living abroad. But the drama is mainly about the votes being counted late, not about the fact that the group is large and usually decisive
Low diesel prices draw foreign trucks to Sweden for fuel stops
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Low diesel prices draw foreign trucks to Sweden for fuel stops

The low Swedish diesel prices are causing foreign haulage companies to adjust their routes so they can refuel in Sweden. There are many thousands of Swedish kronor to be saved on each fully fuelled truck
SD and L want state-run personal assistance and higher compensation
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SD and L want state-run personal assistance and higher compensation

Let the state take over responsibility for personal assistance and increase assistance compensation. This is what Jimmie Åkesson (SD) and Simona Mohamsson (L) propose in a joint statement on Saturday
Åkesson: Difficult to explain why Tidö bloc has lost support
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Åkesson: Difficult to explain why Tidö bloc has lost support

SD leader Jimmie Åkesson is embarking on an election tour at a time when the Tidö parties appear to be well below the red-greens in voter support. He says he has no explanation for why
Sweden Democrats want new laws tested for rural impact, inspired by Norway
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Sweden Democrats want new laws tested for rural impact, inspired by Norway

The Sweden Democrats want all new legislation to be assessed for its impact on rural areas.
Ruben Östlund's key election issue: Freedom of expression
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Ruben Östlund's key election issue: Freedom of expression

Name a controversial opinion that you believe is harmful to society, but which should still be protected by freedom of expression. That is film director Ruben Östlund's question to cultural politicians
Toussaint Chiza asks cultural politicians: How will Sweden stay a music power without rehearsal rooms?
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Toussaint Chiza asks cultural politicians: How will Sweden stay a music power without rehearsal rooms?

If we continue to close down rehearsal spaces - how will Sweden continue to be a major power in the music world? That is the question artist Toussaint Chiza asks cultural politicians. He is the next person in TT's summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections
Proposal would make it easier to seize tenant-owned apartments after crime
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Proposal would make it easier to seize tenant-owned apartments after crime

It will be easier for a housing association to take - seize - a tenant-owned property from the owner if he or she has committed a crime or creates insecurity.
The books that could shape Sweden’s autumn election campaign
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The books that could shape Sweden’s autumn election campaign

For those who want to read up ahead of the autumn election, there is plenty of literature on politics: autobiographies, critical reviews - and a new book on nuclear power. There are two books in particular that I think will get attention, says political scientist Tommy Möller
Reduced legal aid for asylum seekers under new Swedish rules
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Reduced legal aid for asylum seekers under new Swedish rules

Asylum seekers will go from full legal support to two hours of general advice. This also applies to unaccompanied children
Katja Nyberg withdraws from Ambition Sweden parliamentary list
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Katja Nyberg withdraws from Ambition Sweden parliamentary list

MP Katja Nyberg does not intend to run in the upcoming parliamentary elections for the Ambition Sweden party, SVT News reports.
EU Parliament backs digital euro, final negotiations to begin
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EU Parliament backs digital euro, final negotiations to begin

Despite opposition from the far right, the European Parliament has approved a digital euro. Negotiations with EU countries now await
Appeal Urges MPs to Vote No to Lowering the Age of Criminal Responsibility
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Appeal Urges MPs to Vote No to Lowering the Age of Criminal Responsibility

48 signatories from children's rights organizations, trade unions and researchers urge members of parliament to vote no to the proposal to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 14 years.
Klara Kristalova asks cultural politicians how to restore the value of culture
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Klara Kristalova asks cultural politicians how to restore the value of culture

How should the value of culture be restored? That is sculptor Klara Kristalova's question to cultural politicians. She is one of three artists in the Nordic pavilion at this year’s Venice Biennale and the next person in TT’s summer series on cultural policy ahead of the autumn elections
Sweden to review earlier release for convicted foreigners who agree to voluntary deportation
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Sweden to review earlier release for convicted foreigners who agree to voluntary deportation

The government is appointing an inquiry to facilitate the deportation of convicted foreigners. They would be encouraged to agree voluntarily to deportation in exchange for earlier conditional release
Government proposes fines for poor customer service
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Government proposes fines for poor customer service

The government wants to be able to fine customer services that do not behave properly. Our goal is for consumers to experience contact with companies' customer services as much smoother than today, says Minister of Civil Service Erik Slottner (KD)
Fatal beating in Copenhagen sparks EU immigration debate
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Fatal beating in Copenhagen sparks EU immigration debate

The fatal beating of a Swedish man in a football fan zone in Copenhagen is now entering the European immigration debate.
How children will be received at Kumla Prison
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How children will be received at Kumla Prison

Should a troubled 15-year-old be allowed to call home to his mother? When the prison in Kumla starts accepting children who will serve sentences, staff are faced with new, difficult decisions. We must keep the best interests of the children in mind at all times, says Johan Fritioff, deputy director of correctional services
Parties Promise Billions Despite Limited Budget Space, Economic Institute Warns
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Parties Promise Billions Despite Limited Budget Space, Economic Institute Warns

There is little room for ambitious election promises in the next term, according to the National Institute of Economic Research. Despite this, the parties are making a string of billion-kronor proposals
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