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Government plan: No neglected roads in Sweden by 2037
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Government plan: No neglected roads in Sweden by 2037

The government is now presenting its national plan to upgrade Sweden's infrastructure. All potholes and other items in the road network's maintenance backlog are to be addressed by 2037
Government gives green light for two new tracks between Lund and Hässleholm
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Government gives green light for two new tracks between Lund and Hässleholm

The government has given the green light for two new tracks between Hässleholm and Lund, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) announced at a press conference in Malmö.
After the quarrel, more government money for the West Link
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After the quarrel, more government money for the West Link

The Gothenburg West Link has been delayed and has become more expensive. According to the latest forecast, construction of the commuter rail tunnel is estimated to cost 71 billion kronor - and now the government is contributing 7
Swedish government is investing 4.1 billion kronor in new icebreakers
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Swedish government is investing 4.1 billion kronor in new icebreakers

The Swedish icebreaker fleet is aging. The government is now investing 4
Government gives green light for construction start on major roads and railways
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Government gives green light for construction start on major roads and railways

The government has decided to start construction on several major road and railway projects in different parts of the country. "We are now giving the go-ahead for infrastructure investments totaling just over SEK 50 billion," said Minister of Infrastructure Andreas Carlson (KD) at a press conference
Social Democrats hold six ministers accountable, say government has been passive
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Social Democrats hold six ministers accountable, say government has been passive

The Social Democrats are calling six ministers to appear before a Riksdag committee. The reason is that they believe the government is not acting to counter the consequences of the war in the Middle East
Ferry ticket prices to Gotland will become cheaper
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Ferry ticket prices to Gotland will become cheaper

The government is investing 125 million kronor in air and ferry services to Gotland. According to the government, this could make tickets for permanent residents several hundred kronor cheaper
Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning proposes relaxed noise regulations to make it easier to build homes in noisy areas
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Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning proposes relaxed noise regulations to make it easier to build homes in noisy areas

It will become easier to build homes in areas exposed to noise, the Swedish National Board of Housing, Building and Planning proposes in a report to the government.
Two men killed in workplace accident during railway work in Hallsberg
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Two men killed in workplace accident during railway work in Hallsberg

Two men have died in a workplace accident in Hallsberg municipality.
Kristersson summoned to Constitutional Committee hearing
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Kristersson summoned to Constitutional Committee hearing

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) will be questioned by the Constitutional Committee this spring. Two cases concern former national security adviser Henrik Landerholm
Swedish Legislative Council: Proposal for rent-to-own housing is not enough
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Swedish Legislative Council: Proposal for rent-to-own housing is not enough

The government's proposal on rent-to-own housing is being criticised by the Swedish Legislative Council. The council says it entails "significant risks" for the rent-to-own buyer
All but one minister are running in the parliamentary election
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All but one minister are running in the parliamentary election

Only the Minister for the Elderly and Social Insurance, Anna Tenje (M), is not running for the Riksdag, reports Altinget. Other ministers are running in the autumn elections
Centre Party reports Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to the Constitutional Committee (KU)
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Centre Party reports Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to the Constitutional Committee (KU)

The Center Party wants the Riksdag's Constitutional Committee to investigate Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) after the security shortcomings at Lantmäteriet came to light.
Detailed plan for Nunasvaara graphite mine in Kiruna approved
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Detailed plan for Nunasvaara graphite mine in Kiruna approved

A detailed plan that opens the door for a new graphite mine in Kiruna Municipality has been adopted, the government says in a press release.
Proposal: Training for practice driving is abolished
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Proposal: Training for practice driving is abolished

It will be easier to get started with practice driving. The government wants the requirement for introductory training for those who practice driving privately and for supervisors to be removed
How to build roads and railways faster
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How to build roads and railways faster

A new state-owned company should be allowed to plan and build large road and railway projects, alongside the Swedish Transport Administration, the government's investigators suggest.
Neighborhood harmony in danger – the risk of new building regulations
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Neighborhood harmony in danger – the risk of new building regulations

New building regulations mean that neighbors can build a temporary house without a building permit. But experts warn of the risks and, in the worst case scenario, houses that have to be rebuilt and neighborhoods that are demolished
SJ: Dare to take the train home this Christmas
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SJ: Dare to take the train home this Christmas

A chaotic winter two years ago with cancelled trains led to trust in SJ falling to record lows. But the mistakes will not be repeated this year, promises SJ CEO Monica Lingegård
KD proposes tax deduction for new single-family homes
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KD proposes tax deduction for new single-family homes

The Christian Democrats want to expand the tax deduction to also include the construction of new single-family homes.
The government is investigating civil service obligations in the transport sector.
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The government is investigating civil service obligations in the transport sector.

The government is reviewing whether to expand civilian service to include the transport sector. This could secure the need for personnel for essential deliveries in the event of a crisis or war
Now your car will prevent slippery accidents
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Now your car will prevent slippery accidents

This winter, your car can help the Swedish Transport Administration detect whether the roads are icy or not. Sweden will be the first in the world to collect data from the roads
Drone alarm closed the airspace at Landvetter
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Drone alarm closed the airspace at Landvetter

The airspace over Landvetter outside Gothenburg was closed for several hours on Thursday evening after drones were spotted at the airport. Several departures and arrivals were canceled, and the Swedish Armed Forces were called in
Transport Agency Proposes Ending Peth Tests for Driver's License Revocation
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Transport Agency Proposes Ending Peth Tests for Driver's License Revocation

The disputed peth tests should no longer be the basis for revoking driver's licenses, proposes the Transport Agency. The rule change will now be sent out for review
Stockholm Road Tunnel Agreement Reached Amid Subway Funding Debate
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Stockholm Road Tunnel Agreement Reached Amid Subway Funding Debate

Government, region and affected municipalities have agreed on a statement of intent for the disputed road project Östlig förbindelse, with an estimated cost of 34 billion kronor. The government has taken the subway as a hostage, says Åsa Lindhagen (Green party), councilor in Stockholm city
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