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Social Democrats Propose Leadership Changes for Gender Balance

The Social Democratic Party's electoral committee proposes three new ordinary names in the party leadership), the executive committee (VU). Two former ministers will step back and become substitutes.

Social Democrats Propose Leadership Changes for Gender Balance

Trade Union Federation Urges Action on Unemployment and Labor Immigration

The LO's chairman Johan Lindholm demands drastic measures against unemployment and that the government reintroduces need-tested labour immigration. .

Trade Union Federation Urges Action on Unemployment and Labor Immigration

Uncertainty Lingers Despite Trump's Tariff Pause, Say Swedish Leaders

What we see now is something we have never seen before. That's what Jacob Wallenberg, chairman of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise, says after today's meeting with the government about Donald Trump's tariff gamble.

Uncertainty Lingers Despite Trump's Tariff Pause, Say Swedish Leaders

Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work

The government warns of enormous consequences of Trump's tariffs and growth will have to be written down. This is harmful to the Swedish economy, says Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work

LO: Sweden one of the countries that work the most

Swedes work more than the countries that resemble our conditions, according to a new report from LO. We are completely clear about the fact that we should shorten working hours in Sweden.

LO: Sweden one of the countries that work the most

Sweden's Wage Gap: Why Part-Time Work Costs Women 5,400 Kronor Monthly

The gap is increasing between what part-time employed working women and full-time employees earn. On average, it differs by 5,400 kronor per month, according to an LO report.

Sweden's Wage Gap: Why Part-Time Work Costs Women 5,400 Kronor Monthly

This is how much the CEOs earn – "It's mind-boggling"

The income differences between top executives in Swedish major companies and ordinary industrial workers are at their highest level since LO began its annual comparisons. One is dismayed by these figures, says LO's chairman Johan Lindholm.

This is how much the CEOs earn – "It's mind-boggling"

LO on Million Support to S: There is a Discontent

The LO has opened up to withdraw the million kronor support to the Social Democrats during the autumn. But when a potential decision on the matter can become actual is unclear, says chairman Johan Lindholm.

LO on Million Support to S: There is a Discontent

He becomes the new chairman of the Building Workers' Union

The concrete worker and Falu resident Kim Söderström grasps the club in the trade union Byggnads. He was elected on Tuesday as chairman at an extraordinary union meeting and succeeds Johan Lindholm, who became LO chairman this spring.

He becomes the new chairman of the Building Workers' Union

Turgott scores again after tough times

Blair Turgott has fought for a long time to come back from last year's knee injury. But when the chance came, he took it – and scored three important points for Halmstad.

Turgott scores again after tough times

The entire LO is prepared to strike for part-time employees

A special focus on part-time employees, primarily in trade, is a new demand as LO coordinates in the wage movement. But one union, Seko, stands outside, in disappointment over shorter working hours not being included in the coordination.

The entire LO is prepared to strike for part-time employees

LO Opens Up to Abolishing Support for The Social Democrats

6 million kronor of LO's membership fees go directly to the Social Democrats every year. Now, LO's chairman Johan Lindholm opens up in the SVT program " [30 minutes](https://www.

LO Opens Up to Abolishing Support for The Social Democrats

After the big defeat – Häcken sacks the coach Pål-Arne "Paco" Johansen

Häcken sacks men's coach Pål-Arne "Paco" Johansen. His last match was Sunday's 0-4 loss to Malmö FF, which was the Hisings club's fifth consecutive match in Allsvenskan without a win.

After the big defeat – Häcken sacks the coach Pål-Arne "Paco" Johansen

PRO on the budget: "It's appalling"

The country's largest pensioner organization gives a thumbs down to the government's budget. Pensioners who earn little and get almost nothing more in their pocket .

PRO on the budget: "It's appalling"

Halmstad's crab walk continues – despite the coach change

A number of early setbacks were not what the crisis-ridden Allsvenskan team Halmstad needed in the away game against Mjällby. The 1-3 loss cemented the Hallanders' already precarious table position.

Halmstad's crab walk continues – despite the coach change

The demand on Svantesson: "Get the workshop going"

Both LO and Svenskt Näringsliv are now putting pressure on Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M) to present an expansive autumn budget. It's time to climb out of the sandbox and get the workshop going again, says LO Chairman Johan Lindholm.

The demand on Svantesson: "Get the workshop going"

The most important issue for us

The question of reduced working hours is high on the agenda for several trade unions. It is the most important issue for the members right now, says the chairman of the Swedish Association of Health Professionals, Sineva Ribero.

The most important issue for us