Lower unemployment benefits and worse food in the country's prisons are among the measures being proposed. The Moderates are now presenting how they want to finance their reforms in the next term without raising taxes. In total, this involves savings of 70 billion kronor, according to Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M).
Swedish politicsThe most significant proposals in the government's spring offensive ahead of this fall's election campaign are lower taxes on gasoline and diesel and a temporary electricity subsidy. They should help households increase consumption.
BusinessThe scope for reform for the entire next term is basically over, Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M) said. It is "deeply irresponsible" and a shocking statement, Social Democrat Mikael Damberg said. Damberg said it was a testament to irresponsible economic policy.
BusinessThe Social Democrats want the Riksdag's Constitutional Committee (KU) to examine whether Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M) has presented too rosy a picture of this year's budget.
BusinessThe Swedish economy is very stable, according to Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (M) - the recovery has begun and the economy is on the rise. But there are risks in the outside world.
BusinessBold style and color choices characterize this year's Nobel dresses – while recycling seems to be the norm for all royals. It sends an important signal from a sustainability perspective, says style expert Frida Zetterström.
SwedenMinister for Finance Elisabeth Svantesson's criticism of the banks is unfair. This is the opinion of Nordea's CEO Frank Vang-Jensen. I like facts and the fact is that this is not true, he says.
BusinessThe Left Party reports three ministers to the Constitutional Committee (KU) for the government's communication about the assistance allowance. It is a gigantic betrayal against the disabled, says the Left Party's spokesperson Nadja Awad.
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