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Parties open to more money for defence

Sweden's defence budget may need to grow further. Several parties are open to investing more money.

Parties open to more money for defence

Busch on Electricity Prices: Does Not Rule Out Support

The electricity prices have risen sharply in recent days and among the opposition, there is sharp criticism of the government's handling of the electricity system. Minister for Energy and Industry Ebba Busch (Christian Democrats) does not rule out support to households – but not right now.

Busch on Electricity Prices: Does Not Rule Out Support

Lower Taxes - Most for High-Income Earners

The Government's budget includes new initiatives worth 60 billion kronor, of which 27 billion will go towards reduced taxes. More people will keep more of their salary, says the Minister of Finance.

Lower Taxes - Most for High-Income Earners

Authority receives millions in additional funding – was supposed to be scrapped

The Moderate Party, Christian Democrats, and Sweden Democrats wanted to abolish the Equality Agency. But on Saturday, it became known that the government is allocating an additional 72 million kronor to the agency next year.

Authority receives millions in additional funding – was supposed to be scrapped

The Government Wants to Invest in Villas Without Building Permits

Before the 2022 election, the Sweden Democrats promoted the idea of a "Sweden House" – that people would be allowed to build villas without a building permit. In a debate article in [Expressen](https://www.

The Government Wants to Invest in Villas Without Building Permits

Lower Taxes for Employees and Pensioners in 2025

The Government wants to lower taxes for wage earners and pensioners next year. Even ISK savers will get lower taxes.

Lower Taxes for Employees and Pensioners in 2025