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Professor Criticizes New Law Restricting Verbal Anger
From July 2 this year, it is punishable to insult, for example, police officers and social secretaries. A restriction of freedom of speech, believes Professor Joakim Nergelius.
Social Democrats Propose Expanding National Vaccination Program
The Social Democrats want to expand the number of vaccines included in the national vaccination programs. We see a need for a change and a reform, says Lena Hallengren, the party's group leader in the parliament.
New Law Eases Legal Gender Change Process in Sweden
From today, it will be easier to change legal gender with the new gender affiliation law. The law has been preceded by several years of turbulent debate and discord within the parliamentary parties where The Moderate Party and The Liberals finally outvoted their government partner The Christian Democrats.
Investigator Finds No Need for National Begging Ban in Sweden
The government's investigator does not see that a national begging ban is needed. The Moderate Party and Sweden Democrats have previously demanded such a ban – and for SD, that line remains.
Rising Costs May Offset Sweden's Record Defense Investment
Sweden will invest a record amount in its defense in the coming years. But there is a risk that the increases will be eaten up by higher prices, warns the Swedish Armed Forces' chief of operations.
Simona Mohamsson Takes on Dual Role as Education and Integration Minister
The Liberals' new party leader Simona Mohamsson will become Minister of Education, but will also take care of integration issues. I understand that it will be tough, she says.
Annika Strandhäll Exits Politics Amid Polarized Climate
The Social Democrat and former Minister for Social Affairs Annika Strandhäll has decided to leave politics. Strandhäll has over the years been one of the party's most combative politicians, and her statements in social media have often led to heated debates and criticism.
Sweden's Defense Budget Increase Sparks Debate on Future Burden
NATO countries are in agreement. The requirement of 2 percent of GDP is increased to 5 percent.
Former Minister Annika Åhnberg Passes Away at 75
Former Minister Annika Åhnberg has passed away after a period of illness, her husband Bertil Åhnberg tells [Expressen](https://www. expressen.
Mats Persson Rejoins Swedish Parliament After Ministerial Role
Outgoing Minister for Labor Market and Integration Mats Persson (L) returns to the parliament, reports Sveriges Radio Ekot. > I have been in national politics for ten years and feel that it is time to do something else in life, said Persson on Wednesday in connection with the departure.
Sweden's Labour Minister Mats Persson Announces Resignation
Minister for Labour Market and Integration Mats Persson (The Liberals) is leaving, he says to TT. I have been in national politics for ten years and feel that it is time to do something else in life.
Åkesson Supports US Military Actions in Iran for Regime Change
The SD leader Jimmie Åkesson thinks that it is basically good that the US has intervened militarily in Iran and would like to see the regime fall. Continuing to strike out leaders of this Islamic regime is an effective way to bring about a change, he says.
Proposed Law Could Indefinitely Detain Repeat Offenders in Sweden
A change in the law is on its way to be able to lock up repeat offenders like Nytorgsmannen for an indefinite period. But the law did not come into effect in time to apply in his case.
Simona Mohamsson Faces Leadership Challenge Over Sweden Democrats Stance
The nominating committee presents Simona Mohamsson as a candidate to take over the party leader role for The Liberals. After several heavy names are said to have declined, the 30-year-old is faced with a major challenge.
Sweden's Unified Defense Strategy Highlights Unique Consensus
Sweden stands out as a country in Europe when it comes to the unified effort to strengthen the defense, according to Kjell Engelbrekt, political scientist at the National Defense College. It is a strength in a defense context, he says to TT.
Stock Market Closes Down as Stora Enso Shares Surge
The Stockholm stock exchange enters the Midsummer weekend on a minus. The stock exchange was traded with slight declines and at closing the broad OMXS fell back 0,6 percent.
Simona Mohamsson Set to Lead The Liberals Amid Party Challenges
For a couple of months ago, she became surprisingly party secretary in The Liberals. Now Simona Mohamsson is proposed to become new party leader.
Nina Larsson Not Seeking Liberal Party Leadership
Minister for Gender Equality Nina Larsson is one of those who is pointed out as a possible new party leader for The Liberals. It is not current, she says.
Swedish Parties Unite for Historic Defense Investment Agreement
All parties in the Riksdag support a historic buildup of the Swedish defense, according to SVT. .
Swedish Parliament Approves Ten-Year Primary School Starting 2028
Today, Wednesday, the parliament has passed the decision to extend primary school by one year so that it becomes ten-year. But how will it be done? What are the arguments for and what are the objections?.
Investigator Proposes Closing Sweden's Economic Crime Authority
Despite harsh criticism, former National Police Commissioner Stefan Strömberg stands by his proposal to close down the Economic Crime Authority (EBM), reports Altinget. .
Princess Ines Baptized at Drottningholm with Royal Family in Attendance
It became an occasionally lively event when Prince Carl Philip's and Princess Sofia's daughter Ines was baptized, eagerly cheered on by her three big brothers, princes Alexander, Gabriel and Julian and a whole bunch of cousins. .
Proposed Bill: Sweden to Enforce Stricter IT Security Standards
The requirements for cyber security should be raised for more actors and companies in Sweden, according to a law proposal that the government has decided on. Those who fail to meet the requirements may be forced to pay fines.
Kristersson's Salary to Increase in July
The Government Salaries Committee has decided on the ministers' new salaries. Ulf Kristersson's salary will be increased in July to 204,000 kronor per month from previously 198,000 kronor.
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