Gunnar Strommer

Proposed Law Expands Accountability for Public Employees in Sweden

A new offense that extends the responsibility for publicly employed individuals is proposed to be introduced. The penalty scale for misconduct can also be tightened.

Continuous Pressure Needed on Gang Leaders Abroad

Several gang leaders have been arrested abroad recently. For Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) it is important to maintain the pressure in the cooperation between police, politicians and countries. What is important for us is that they are locked up, so that they cannot commit new crimes and recruit new children in Sweden, he says.

Swedish Teen Gangs: A Growing EU Challenge

Swedish teenagers who are hired to blow up and kill on behalf of gang criminals are a continued major problem. This development has escalated, and it is now a European phenomenon, says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party).

Are Ministers' Children Above the Law? Expert Questions Justice Minister's Statement

Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) states that the son of Minister of Migration Johan Forssell (The Moderate Party) has not committed any crime. An assertion that may constitute undue influence, writes freedom of speech expert Nils Funcke on DN Debatt.

Prison Service Warns of Challenges with New Conditional Release Rules

The Government wants to already by the turn of the year increase the requirements for conditional release for prison sentenced. But the Prison and Probation Service warns that the agency will not have time. And that the risk of threats and violence against the staff can increase.

Kristersson's Safety at Risk: Bodyguards' Routes Leaked Online

The bodyguards' jogging routes revealed where Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) was, which may have threatened his safety. That information should not exist, says IT security expert David Jacoby.

Police to Target Criminals' Cryptocurrency Profits

Investigation Launched into Strengthening Landowner Property Rights

The Government believes that the property owner's right to compensation may need to be strengthened, for example when the right to use their forest is restricted in order to protect biological diversity.

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.

Government Plans AR-15 Hunting Ban with New Firearms Regulations

The controversial rifle AR-15 is prohibited for hunting. In two years, all hunters must have handed in their weapons. But at the same time, a number of alleviations are proposed for both hunters and target shooters.

Government Plans More Electronic Ankle Tag Sentences by 2026

The Government wants more sentences to be served with an electronic ankle cuff. Now the Prison and Probation Service is tasked with preparing for a new way of enforcing prison sentences – with electronic ankle cuff in controlled housing.

Swedish Justice Minister: System Fails to Protect Women

The Swedish judicial system does not protect women sufficiently, says Sweden's Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer. The comment comes after the so-called Nytorgsman was convicted of a rape that occurred while he was conditionally released.

Sweden and Estonia Sign Agreement to House Prisoners in Estonia

Sweden and Estonia have now signed the agreement that makes it possible to place up to 600 convicted criminals in Estonian prison.

Government Confirms Economic Crime Authority Will Not Be Closed

The Government goes against the investigator's proposal – the Economic Crime Authority will not be closed down. Now we have chosen a path, says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party).

Police Criticized for Lacking Routine in Mohamed Case

The National Police Commissioner Petra Lundh and Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) have been questioned in the Justice Committee about the police not acting when the 14-year-old Mohamed was reported missing in 2023. The boy and his friend were later found murdered.

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.

Government Seeks More Power During Severe Crises Without Riksdag Approval

The government is proposed to have more power during severe crises in peacetime. In exceptional cases, decisions on temporary measures should be able to be taken without the Riksdag first approving them.

Penal Reform to Add 16,000 Prison Years Annually in Sweden

The Government's major penal law reform is expected to lead to 16,000 more sentenced prison years and cost 16 billion kronor annually to implement. It is the largest reform in modern times, says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Increases Oversight on Baltic Sea Shadow Fleet

The Government is to tighten controls on foreign vessels in the Baltic Sea. As of July 1, the Coast Guard and the Swedish Maritime Administration will be able to collect insurance information from vessels that not only call at a port, but also those that simply pass through Swedish territorial waters or economic zone.

Sweden Considers Ban on Foreign Funding for Religious Groups

The Tidö parties want to cut off foreign financing to extremist mosques and religious communities. We must do more to push back these forces, says Integration Minister Mats Persson (The Liberals).

Strömmer's Plan to Curb Bombings in Sweden

In January, an explosion occurred on average once a day in Sweden. To put a stop to the wave of violence, the illegal access to explosives must be strangled, the government believes.

Government to Scrutinize 62,000 Gang-Linked Individuals in Sweden

Tens of thousands of gang criminals will be specially investigated by the authorities – to stop crime and fraud against the welfare system. Licenses will be revoked and incorrect payments stopped.

Sweden Delays Decision on Bag Ban Amid Lowered Threat Level

Swedish authorities' measures against the terror threat have increased society's resistance. This is stated by Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party) on the occasion of Säpo now lowering the threat level. However, the decision on the ban on bags is delayed.

Proposed Tougher Penalties for Forced and Child Marriages in Sweden

The law is proposed to be tightened for forced marriages and child marriages. It is important that the penalties for these crimes reflect the seriousness of the crime, says Minister of Justice Gunnar Strömmer (The Moderate Party).