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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
EU Parliament Approves New Driving License Rules for A-Tractors
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EU Parliament Approves New Driving License Rules for A-Tractors

The EU Parliament voted on Tuesday to finally approve the EU's new driving license rules, which, among other things, bring the new B1 car that in practice will replace the A-traktor.
Internal Report Reveals Railway Maintenance Promise Unfulfilled
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Internal Report Reveals Railway Maintenance Promise Unfulfilled

Swedish Railways to Take 25 Years for Full Maintenance, Says Transport Administration
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Swedish Railways to Take 25 Years for Full Maintenance, Says Transport Administration

It will take 25 years to keep up with the maintenance of the country's railways. This is stated by the Swedish Transport Administration in a "historically large investment" in Swedish infrastructure
Sweden Increases Funding for Prison Expansion in State Budget
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Sweden Increases Funding for Prison Expansion in State Budget

The Prison and Probation Service receives new funds in the state budget to manage the expansion of prison places. Next year, the allocations will be increased by 819 million kronor
Train Traffic Resumes on Botniabanan with Reduced Service
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Train Traffic Resumes on Botniabanan with Reduced Service

Train traffic on the Botniabanan between Örnsköldsvik and Härnösand is underway again.
Government Boosts Environmental Compensation for Freight Trains
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Government Boosts Environmental Compensation for Freight Trains

The Government increases support to train companies that transport goods by rail, reports Swedish Radio Ekot.
Government Boosts Support for Sweden's Regional Airports
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Government Boosts Support for Sweden's Regional Airports

The Government wants to allocate 318 million kronor to loss-stricken regional airports. It is important for the entire Sweden to function but also from a preparedness perspective, says Minister for Infrastructure Andreas Carlson (KD) to SVT
National Road 90 Reopens After Landslide in Västernorrland
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National Road 90 Reopens After Landslide in Västernorrland

National Road 90 between Sollefteå and Kramfors is open again.
Minister Visits Härnösand After Floods Cause Infrastructure Damage
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Minister Visits Härnösand After Floods Cause Infrastructure Damage

Minister: All Resources Deployed for Norrland Coast Weather Impact
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Minister: All Resources Deployed for Norrland Coast Weather Impact

Sunday's bad weather along the Norrland coast will have prolonged consequences – and there is a lack of forecasts. Around 40 roads are closed and it is still not possible to assess the extent of the damage
Fredrik Holmberg Appointed Head of Swedish Land Survey Authority
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Fredrik Holmberg Appointed Head of Swedish Land Survey Authority

The National Land Survey Authority has got a new Director-General after the previous one was fired last year.
Minister Calls Eleven-Hour Train Delay in Linköping "Terrible"
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Minister Calls Eleven-Hour Train Delay in Linköping "Terrible"

Passengers had to spend the night on a train that stood still for eleven hours in Linköping between Wednesday and Thursday. It's obviously extremely bad
Debt Trap Concerns Arise Amid Housing Loan Relief Proposals
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Debt Trap Concerns Arise Amid Housing Loan Relief Proposals

The Government wants to lower the requirement for how large a cash contribution is needed for a housing loan and abolish the extra amortization requirement. Private economists from several different banks give a thumbs up but at the same time raise a warning finger for new borrowers
Sweden Proposes Raising Mortgage Ceiling to 90 Percent
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Sweden Proposes Raising Mortgage Ceiling to 90 Percent

The Tidö parties propose easing the amortization requirement and a raised mortgage cap. Our starting point is that you should pay your debts, says Minister for Financial Markets Niklas Wykman (The Moderate Party)
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