S leader Magdalena Andersson was voted down as prime minister by all parties except the Social Democrats. The next assignment to try to form a government is now to be handed out, but no party leader wants it.
Swedish politicsModerate Party leader Ulf Kristersson currently sees no likely government alternatives. All the possible solutions look unlikely, he says, but he believes one will eventually emerge.
Swedish politicsV-member Mohamed Ali's leave application has been rejected by the Riksdag (the Swedish parliament). The rules on leave for personal matters are very restrictive, Speaker Andreas Norlén says.
Swedish politicsThe Sweden Democrats maintain their position of power on social media. At the same time, there are signs of a slight shift in the trend on the political left, according to this year’s Power Barometer.
SwedenThe next prime minister may have to govern under a transitional budget or even the budget proposal of their opponents. This means it could take some time before important election promises can be implemented.
Swedish politicsThe Left Party’s Nooshi Dadgostar regrets that government negotiations have not progressed further. “What is needed now is clear leadership that recognises the parliamentary reality,” she says.
Swedish politicsSocial Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson gives up her attempt to form a government, but the Riksdag (the Swedish parliament) will still vote on her as prime minister. “I will lose,” she says.
Swedish politicsVoters are evenly split on the prospect of a snap election, with similar numbers opposed and in favour, according to a Novus survey commissioned by TV4.
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