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Threats and Violence at Stockholm Schools Surge, Teachers’ Union Demands Action

Threats and Violence at Stockholm Schools Surge, Teachers’ Union Demands Action

Tue 20 Oct 2026 10:29 CEST

The number of threats and violent incidents in Stockholm’s schools has risen sharply this autumn. The Swedish Teachers’ Association is demanding swift action, or it will report the city of Stockholm to the Swedish Work Environment Authority

30 percent more reports of violence in school

30 percent more reports of violence in school

Mon 30 Sept 2024 14:15 CEST

Heat and violence in school are becoming increasingly common. Last year, reports to the Work Environment Authority increased by 30 percent, according to Dagens Samhälle