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The Government Orders Proposals on LO Contributions to the Social Democrats

The Government is ordering a proposal that means LO members must consent to a part of the membership fee going to the Social Democrats. Despite a broad consensus being lacking in the parliamentary oversight committee.
The Government Orders Proposals on LO Contributions to the Social Democrats

Kristersson: It Must Not Happen

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) says that he has spoken with the national security adviser Henrik Landerholm after revelations about carelessness with documents and private trips. Such things should not happen and must not happen again, says Kristersson to SVT News.
Kristersson: It Must Not Happen

Reporting the S-Leader to the Constitutional Committee

The Moderate Party reports S-leader Magdalena Andersson, formerly among others Finance Minister, to the Constitutional Committee (KU). The party believes that there are question marks surrounding the AP funds' investments in the crisis-stricken battery manufacturer Northvolt.
Reporting the S-Leader to the Constitutional Committee

Kumla to receive convicted children

Now it is clear which institutions the Prison and Probation Service will proceed with in preparations to receive convicted children and young people. The authority is planning for child and youth departments at a total of eight institutions, of which the high-security institution Kumla is one.
Kumla to receive convicted children

Loan Requirements on the Way: "Harder without Rich Parents"

A raised mortgage ceiling and easing of amortization requirements were proposed by the government's investigator last autumn. The idea is that, among other things, it will become easier for young people to enter the housing market.
Loan Requirements on the Way: "Harder without Rich Parents"

Luhr becomes new climate policy spokesperson for the Green Party

Katarina Luhr becomes the new climate policy spokesperson for the Green Party, reports [Expressen. ](https://www.
Luhr becomes new climate policy spokesperson for the Green Party

New Delegation for People with Comorbidity

The Government is appointing a new delegation for individuals suffering from both substance abuse and mental illness. According to Social Minister Jakob Forssmed, they are often sent back and forth in healthcare today.
New Delegation for People with Comorbidity

Ulf Kristersson: May Need to Quickly Increase Defense Spending

Europe must expand its military support to Ukraine. This is claimed by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Germany's Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz at a joint press conference in Berlin.
Ulf Kristersson: May Need to Quickly Increase Defense Spending

Kristersson wants to act against Chinese online companies

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) does not rule out legislation to tackle Chinese low-price predators that abuse free competition. .
Kristersson wants to act against Chinese online companies

Committee says no – does not summon the Prime Minister

The Defence Committee goes against Chairman Peter Hultqvist (S) and does not summon Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) to the committee. We have been denied this and I think that is very regrettable, says Hultqvist.
Committee says no – does not summon the Prime Minister

Clashing over the economy: "Ridiculous"

While the opposition quarrels, the governing parties get things done, claims Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in a party leader debate. The Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson, in turn, criticizes the government's economic policy.
Clashing over the economy: "Ridiculous"

The Prime Minister is Reported to the Constitution Committee by the Left Party

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) is reported to the Riksdag's Constitutional Committee by the Left Party, reports Swedish Radio. .
The Prime Minister is Reported to the Constitution Committee by the Left Party

Dispute over when citizenship can be revoked

The Tidö parties want to be able to revoke citizenship for gang criminals, but the opposition is against it. Therefore, the proposal is not included when the Constitution Committee presents its proposals later in the week, according to TT.
Dispute over when citizenship can be revoked

NATO's Supreme Commander: More will be required of Sweden

Nato's Supreme Commander, US General Chris Cavoli, says that membership in Nato is only the beginning for Sweden's part. Much more will be required in the future.
NATO's Supreme Commander: More will be required of Sweden

Jonson: Nothing is more important than the war units

Minister of Defence Pål Jonson (M) states that everything must now be done to strengthen the combat units. In serious times, delay is dangerous, he says in his speech in Sälen.
Jonson: Nothing is more important than the war units

Kristersson: No reason to question the handling

The Prime Minister's security adviser Henrik Landerholm forgot confidential documents at a conference center. He himself says that the events took place "during an intense work period".
Kristersson: No reason to question the handling

Goran Persson on Feldt: "A great politician"

A legendary Social Democrat, the former Finance Minister Kjell-Olof Feldt, has passed away. The former Prime Minister Göran Persson (S) describes him as one of the Social Democrats' most important.
Goran Persson on Feldt: "A great politician"

Sale of alcohol from farms allowed from June 1

After the green light from Brussels, the government's sights are set on introducing farm sales of alcohol on June 1. .
Sale of alcohol from farms allowed from June 1

Security Adviser Forgot Confidential Documents

The national security adviser Henrik Landerholm forgot four classified documents at a conference center, reports DN. It is the third security incident since he took office – and the Social Democrats are considering taking action following the reports.
Security Adviser Forgot Confidential Documents

Fateful Crossroads in Politics Await 2025

Security policy and nuclear power continue to be in focus in politics this year. And one party "stands before a fateful crossroads", according to political scientist Jonas Hinnfors.
Fateful Crossroads in Politics Await 2025

Busch Reported to the Constitutional Committee by the Social Democrats after Post

The Social Democrats are reporting Ebba Busch (Christian Democrats) to the Riksdag's Constitutional Committee following the noted Instagram post about anonymous witnesses, reports TV4 News. .
Busch Reported to the Constitutional Committee by the Social Democrats after Post

Ebba Busch after the criticism: "The human factor"

"Now you who are exposed to crime can testify anonymously", wrote Minister for Energy and Industry and Deputy Prime Minister Ebba Busch (KD) on Instagram. The statement is incorrect and Busch is being criticized.
Ebba Busch after the criticism: "The human factor"

Despite massive criticism – anonymous witnesses are now allowed

After years of debate and two government inquiries, it is finally becoming a reality: Anonymous witnesses are being allowed in Swedish courts. The government hopes that it can break the culture of silence surrounding gangs, while heavyweight lawyers warn of zero or opposite effect.
Despite massive criticism – anonymous witnesses are now allowed

Schools in Finland may be allowed to ban mobile phones during lessons

Finland's government has decided that mobile phones and similar technology are to be banned from lessons, reports Yle. .
Schools in Finland may be allowed to ban mobile phones during lessons
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