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Social Democrats Propose Leadership Changes for Gender Balance
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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
Trade Union Federation Urges Action on Unemployment and Labor Immigration
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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.
Uncertainty Lingers Despite Trump's Tariff Pause, Say Swedish Leaders
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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
Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work
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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)
LO: Sweden one of the countries that work the most
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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
Sweden's Wage Gap: Why Part-Time Work Costs Women 5,400 Kronor Monthly
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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
This is how much the CEOs earn – "It's mind-boggling"
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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
LO on Million Support to S: There is a Discontent
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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
He becomes the new chairman of the Building Workers' Union
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He becomes the new chairman of the Building Workers' Union

Turgott scores again after tough times
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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
The entire LO is prepared to strike for part-time employees
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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
LO Opens Up to Abolishing Support for The Social Democrats
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LO Opens Up to Abolishing Support for The Social Democrats

After the big defeat – Häcken sacks the coach Pål-Arne "Paco" Johansen
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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
PRO on the budget: "It's appalling"
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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
Halmstad's crab walk continues – despite the coach change
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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
The demand on Svantesson: "Get the workshop going"
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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 most important issue for us
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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
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