Swedish Food Agency to investigate food fraud and false product claims
The Swedish Food Agency will examine how common so-called food fraud is - goods sold under false pretenses.
Crime
Swedish government investigates possible ban on telephone sales
The government wants to tighten the rules for telephone sales. An inquiry will now examine whether a ban should be introduced. It could very well be a total ban. Even though the industry creates some jobs, consumer interests weigh more heavily, says Minister for Civil Affairs Erik Slottner (KD).
Swedish politics
Government proposes fines for poor customer service
The government wants to be able to fine customer services that do not behave properly. Our goal is for consumers to experience contact with companies' customer services as much smoother than today, says Minister of Civil Service Erik Slottner (KD).
Swedish politics
Minister Erik Slottner promised to be stricter but again involved in decisions on companies where he held shares
Minister for Civil Service Erik Slottner (KD) promised to be stricter. But he has once again been involved in making government decisions concerning companies in which he held shares, Ekot reports.
Swedish politics
Government to investigate municipal auditors
The government is investigating the system of politically elected auditors in municipalities.
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Government: Police should be allowed to monitor with AI
Criminals will be hunted down using facial recognition via AI surveillance. The government is moving forward with the controversial bill that could threaten personal privacy.
Swedish politics
Easier to get money if travel companies go bankrupt
A dream trip can become a nightmare if the travel company goes bankrupt. Now the government is proposing a new travel guarantee that will provide better protection. The first step will be taken in April next year.
BusinessTop news
Minister: Merge more small municipalities
Minister of Civil Affairs Erik Slottner (KD) wants more small municipalities to merge, not least in Skåne and Västra Götaland. But the opposition is strong, and now he hopes that a proposal for changed support for small municipalities will increase interest.
Swedish politics