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Björn Wiechel (S)
What Björn Wiechel has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues
- Criticizes the government's policy towards public service for cutting back on the public's access to free and independent media. Argues that no action is being taken despite promises of compensation and demands answers on when the money for network costs shall be paid out. Read the speech
Culture funding and national identity debate in Riksdag
- Asks what has happened with Moderaterna and criticizes that the party now chooses to override the parliamentary committee for public service as well as break the previous consensus. Read the speech
- Argues that the Sweden Democrats are now dictating the terms and criticizes the Moderates for having broken several agreements. Asks if they fundamentally see the value of broad settlements for the country. Read the speech
- Argues that culture is a part of the welfare state and a public responsibility to create cohesion. Criticizes the government's cuts in welfare and in public service. Wants resources to be distributed fairly to reach local communities and all citizens. Read the speech
- Argues that the government does not provide the same amount of money to culture without they having given 3.5 billion more directly during the period. Criticizes that the government is cutting the regional support and zeroing out the money for the school. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has a smaller culture budget than the Social Democrats. Criticizes the government's economic policy for disadvantaging children and families with small resources and believes that they are dismantling public service. Read the speech
- Argues that the government chose to support labor market policy and ordinary households instead of welfare. Criticizes that higher incomes were inflation-proofed while lower incomes did not receive the same support. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is cutting back on schools and culture despite that investments in reading are good. Wants to strengthen local culture and welfare through practical distribution policy instead of tax cuts for the wealthiest. Read the speech
Culture, media, and leisure: cuts to study associations
- Argues that the government's fiscal policy has deepened the recession and led to worse welfare through tax cuts for the wealthy. Criticizes the drastic cuts to student unions and rehearsal spaces that affect the countryside and cultural arrangements. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government has cut back on housing construction and labor market policy, which has worsened the economy and welfare. Argues that cuts to study associations threaten cultural heritage and educational traditions in the local community and asks what the government is prioritizing away instead. Read the speech
- Argues that culture creates cohesion, is part of the welfare state, and drives Sweden forward [1-4, 8, 11-13, 35]. Criticizes the government's tax cuts for high-income earners, cuts in public service and study associations [14-17, 19-23]. Proposes a cultural guarantee in schools, investments in the cultural school, regional cultural activities, community centers, study associations, sports, elite sports, para-sports, and media support [26-33]. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's tax policy as unfair and poor economic policy that reduces consumption. Argues that cuts to study associations affect the countryside and asks what will replace the activities when a third is removed. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's economic policy for making Swedes poorer and argues that this affects children's opportunities for culture and leisure. Argues that the leisure card is problematic due to bureaucracy and proposes a cultural guarantee to reach all children. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats' previous policy contributed to an increase in knowledge and a decrease in unemployment. Criticizes the government's fiscal policy for having deepened the recession and argues that they had more money for culture. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats have a cultural policy with more money that invests in public service and regional culture to create cohesion. Criticizes the government's fiscal policy for creating inequalities, lower growth, and large deficits in the state's finances. Read the speech
SVT terrestrial network 1.5 billion SEK and CBAM impact
- Demands that the Minister for Culture provides a compensation of 1.5 billion SEK for the terrestrial network from the turn of the year. Argues that SVT must receive financial support to avoid significant cuts in operations. Read the speech
- Argues that the answer does not resolve the question of next year's budget. Asks how the Minister for Culture ensures a long-term budget for public service linked to market costs. Read the speech
Public service 2026-2033 funding and language preservation
- Argues that the government's funding implies a cut and dismantling of public service. Criticizes that the proposal complicates the mandate, reduces the reach, and threatens the Swedish language in competition with global tech giants and propaganda. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is a cut that limits public services' ability to reach out and fulfill its mission. Criticizes that the dismantling sacrifices language care and integration in favor of tech giants and international propaganda. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's funding is a cut that limits public services' opportunities to reach out. Asks what should be deprioritized when the assignments are increased while the funding is decreased. Read the speech
- Argues that the nominal appropriations do not cover the increased costs and the expanded mandate. Asks what will be deprioritized since the severe underfunding will force the companies to conduct less activity. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's proposal for implying a deliberate dismantling of public service through underfunding and limitations of reach. Argues that the proposal threatens Swedish culture, language, and preparedness, and moves for approval of the reservations. Read the speech
- Argues that public service must be able to meet the future by offering independent journalism that reflects the entire country. Warns that weak funding and a lack of adaptation to the challenges of the global environment risk dismantling the ability to counter external threats. Read the speech
- Argues that it is irresponsible to cut the operations without taking responsibility for the cuts. Criticizes the proposal for eroding public service so that the companies cannot meet the development or the preparedness. Wants to see a government that strengthens public service to safeguard independent journalism and the Swedish language. Read the speech
Economic growth measures: job tax credit, nuclear and tax cuts
- Criticizes the government's policy for leading to poor growth, high unemployment, and poorer people. Argues that investments in welfare promote growth and asks if the government will reconsider its ineffective economic policy. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government prioritizes tax cuts for high-income earners over investments in welfare and ordinary families. Argues that the government's policy is a failure that leads to poor growth and high unemployment. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government's policy has not been effective in creating growth and argues that the political choices have led to bankruptcies, high unemployment, and that people are becoming poorer. Demands a self-reflection and lessons from the past policy. Read the speech
Consumer protection in credit market to counter over-indebtedness
- Supports the bill to strengthen consumers' rights and regulate an unhealthy credit market. However, criticizes the lack of basis for including credit intermediaries, the risk of conflict with an EU directive as well as the government's opposition to a debt register and the removal of support for civil society's consumer organizations. Read the speech
Legal certainty, healthcare, economy and infrastructure debate
- Asks whether the government should take further measures against economic crime. Argues that the Economic Crime Authority's report confirms the need for higher sentencing levels and deeper scrutiny of particularly vulnerable industries. Read the speech
Financial stability: bank tax, wealth register and amortization
- Criticizes the government's policy which has worsened the housing allowance and cut welfare. Proposes a bank tax, start loans for young people, strengthened SBAB, stricter penalties for money laundering as well as statistics on individuals' assets. Read the speech
- Argues that a changed world order and right-wing populism require Sweden to build up a new defense. Emphasizes that decisions on the euro issue require popular will and a discussion on the advantages of a own currency. Read the speech
- Argues that the public debate is more important than an expert investigation to reach answers to questions about Sweden's future. Argues that it is a political question where the people must decide rather than institutions. Read the speech
- Argues that anonymized statistics at the individual level are needed to be able to make well-balanced decisions regarding financial stability. Criticizes the reluctance to introduce such statistics despite the fact that it works in many other countries. Read the speech
- Argues that statistics on household resilience are needed to maintain financial stability. Criticizes the business community's fear of an open debate on how wealth is distributed. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden has a growing problem with economic crime, tax evasion, and money laundering that threatens financial stability. Proposes the introduction of "exceptionally serious crime" and increased penalties to deter and clarify the societal danger of the crimes. Read the speech
- Argues that increased penalties provide advantages and increase the police's opportunities to use coercive measures. Proposes a mafia law to attack criminal organizations and asks if the opposing party wants to increase the penalties for money laundering and tax evasion. Read the speech
Money laundering supervision: Audit Office report and measures
- Argues that money laundering is a major societal problem that requires more extensive measures than the current actions. Wants the government to implement the Swedish National Audit Office's proposals, conduct an industry review, evaluate its work, and introduce stricter requirements for limited companies. Read the speech
HVB homes criminal networks, aid budget and security debate
- Describes the situation where the Financial Supervisory Authority must audit its own head as absurd and unsustainable. Asks how the responsible minister intends to act to create order in the matter and restore confidence in the authority's exercise of its mandate. Read the speech
Government policy, EU cooperation, crime and social issues
- Questions about the government's position regarding the need for statistics on household assets and debts. Argues that the government has not acted despite several agencies and institutions having requested the data in order to be able to conduct an effective policy. Read the speech
Sweden's role and EU activities in 2023: SD, V, and C demands
- Criticizes the government's lack of governing competence and fiscal policy, which risks Sweden losing 38 billion kronor from the EU's recovery fund. Argues that the government has not provided reassuring answers on how the situation should be resolved. Read the speech
Financial stability: SD, S, and V debate fraud and loans
- Argues that combating tax crimes, money laundering, and tax evasion is crucial for financial stability and a sound economy. Asks how the Sverigedemokraterna view the work against money laundering and tax evasion and whether they consider them as serious crimes. Read the speech
- Questions whether the Sweden Democrats want to see tougher measures and tougher punishments also against economic crime, such as tax crimes. Argues that crime on the street and in the financial systems is intertwined. Read the speech
Financial stability: interest deductions, bank tax and amortization
- Criticizes the government for siding with the wealthy and neglecting vulnerable households in the cost crisis. Proposes state service centers, increased competition in the mortgage market, and a bank tax to counteract the banks' profits. Argues that the government is irresponsibly opposing important statistics regarding household debts. Read the speech
Sweden's recovery plan and risks of reduced reduction obligation
- Read the speech
- Asks how much money Sweden risks losing and when the government can provide an answer. Criticizes that the Finance Minister has not answered what can be used as compensation to eliminate the risk of lost money and fines. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government cannot state how large a portion of the citizens' money is at risk. Argues that there is a lack of answers regarding what compensatory measures exist and that the Finance Minister does not dispel the concern for lost funds or fines. Read the speech
Healthcare funding crisis: S proposes bank tax, KD cites deficits
- Argues that the reduction in inflation is not due to the government's responsibility but rather that wage earners have lost real wage increases. Criticizes the government for prioritizing tax cuts for high-income earners over supporting households and welfare. Read the speech
Healthcare financing: state vs region responsibility and budget
- Criticizes the government for not recognizing the healthcare crisis or taking financial responsibility. Argues that the government prioritizes tax cuts for high-income earners over investments in quality of care, staff, and infrastructure. Read the speech
EU fee financing and impact on Sweden's growth and welfare
- Criticizes the government for causing weak growth, undermining the welfare state and prioritizing tax cuts for high-income earners. Argues that Sweden needs to strengthen EU cooperation for crime fighting and security. Read the speech
EU wage regulation lawsuit and Lund-Hässleholm rail priority
- Asks if the Minister for Finance sees the need for statistics collection on households' assets and debts. Points out that authorities and the International Monetary Fund request the statistics to maintain financial stability. Read the speech
EU budget financing: SD opposes taxes, C wants Ukraine loans
- Argues that EU membership gives Sweden better opportunities and a voice in common institutions. Criticizes that the government is subordinate to the Sweden Democrats and that the Prime Minister does not take responsibility for the consequences of this for Sweden's reputation and position in Europe. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.