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Camilla Mårtensen (L)
What Camilla Mårtensen 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.
New law on child placement: KD, SD, V and S debate proposal
- Welcomes the bill because it makes the child an independent rights-holder and introduces an attachment ground where the child's actual safety weighs more heavily than legal technicalities. Argues that stricter grounds for taking into care in cases of honor-related oppression and organized crime are necessary to protect the child's freedom. Read the speech
Equality and discrimination measures: M, V, and SD debate
- Argues that the individual is more important than the collective and that everyone should be judged based on their own merits. Criticizes that age discrimination is a widespread problem in the labor market and demands that the possibility of being employed should be linked to average life expectancy. Read the speech
- Argues that offensive language is unacceptable and that the Liberals will never accept changed grounds for discrimination. Asks if the Green Party has signaled against antisemitic statements from members of their coalition parties. Read the speech
- Argues that one is Swedish if one is a citizen, has a residence permit, or lives and grew up in Sweden. Explains that the Liberals cooperate with other parties to implement important reforms without letting themselves be infected by their views. Read the speech
- Argues that a crisis commission is not the solution to the problems. Instead wants authorities to cooperate and perform practical work that makes a difference. Asks what a crisis commission would achieve beyond political glamour. Read the speech
- Argues that a crisis commission is for show. Responds that the work is already taking place at the agency level through cooperation and evaluations rather than through additional political meetings. Read the speech
Violence against women: M, SD, S debate prevention measures
- Argues that all members of Parliament are dedicated to stopping violence against women. Welcomes the government's decision on new support systems, the focus on the crime victim, and the seventh sub-objective against honor-related violence. Emphasizes the importance of preventive work in schools and moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
- Means that the government is looking at how to support a better balance of protected housing across the country. Confirms that it is a problem that certain housing units are missing and that the government is investigating how to support this. Read the speech
- Argues that the government and the Minister for Equality are actively working on the issues through cooperation with municipalities and regions. Assures that the representatives see the seriousness of the issue and will vote for the government's proposal. Read the speech
Workplace environment: zero mortality and crime penalties
- Argues that teachers need a safe working environment as threats and violence increase in schools. Wants to combat crime in the workplace to safeguard freedom of choice and motions for approval of the proposal in the committee report. Read the speech
Small-scale farm alcohol sales for tourism industry debate
- Argues that the reform promotes rural areas, tourism, and the business sector by giving beverage producers better opportunities. Criticizes that the provisions are unnecessarily complicated and calls for approval of the proposal. Read the speech
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- Argues that the current interpretation of the legislation yields unreasonable results. Criticizes that small producers will have to provide both oral and written information regarding the harmful effects of alcohol. Read the speech
Labor market policy and unemployment insurance debate
- Argues that labor market policy must be flexible to meet technological shifts and new markets. Criticizes age discrimination in the labor market and advocates for employers being allowed to participate in selecting participants for training. Read the speech
Food policy: milk support, price commission and Swedish food
- Argues that regulations must be adapted to promote innovation and advocates for free trade over protectionism. Wants to see higher quality in public kitchens through better procurement routines and emphasizes the importance of vocational training within the food sector. Read the speech
- Argues that a requirement for labeling would result in a too difficult and complicated regulatory framework for the restaurant industry. Points out that restaurateurs are already required to be traceable according to existing regulations. Read the speech
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Integration: SD wants return migration, M wants language rules
- Criticizes that the current settlement law has been an enormous challenge for municipalities. Argues that the parameters for receiving and integrating newcomers are incorrectly structured and asks if the opposing party considers that the law works. Read the speech
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- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that integration requires language, jobs, and values as well as that areas of exclusion must be lifted up through strategic goals. Proposes social interventions, stronger crime fighting, a compensatory school system and a reduced regulatory burden for entrepreneurs. Read the speech
Government priorities: tax cuts, coastal protection and healthcare
- Asks the Minister for Rural Affairs about the possibility of making a bold decision to phase out the import of soy protein for animal feed in Sweden. Read the speech
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Integration and equality: SD return migration, SK tax cuts
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that areas of exclusion damage social cohesion and children's life chances, and emphasizes the importance of language requirements, mapping of needs as well as investments in school and social services. Read the speech
- Answers that the right to vote shall not be revoked for anyone. Also means that the Liberals cannot sit in government with the Sweden Democrats due to different values and the need for trust. Read the speech
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- Answers that there are no plans to reconsider the current position. Means that there are no signs that the party leadership or the parliamentary group want to change this position. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden should continue with the current integration policy. Emphasizes that laws and rules regarding equality and human rights must be followed. Read the speech
- Confirms that the government's increased number of double days is a step in the right direction. Wants to introduce an individual parental insurance and proposes relative support for those who care for sick relatives. Read the speech
- Argues that the bourgeois cooperation is necessary to achieve success with issues regarding equality, safety, and integration. Emphasizes that the party believes in the individual's opportunity to create their own freedom. Read the speech
Labor market policy: SD, S, and M debate benefits and taxes
- Argues that a functioning school is the most important labor market measure and emphasizes the importance of high-quality education to strengthen individuals' opportunities. Supports the government's initiatives on vocational adult education, strengthened SFI, increased geographical mobility and expanded growth support for small businesses. Read the speech
- Argues that the privatization is not being regretted but that the result is a disappointment. Suggests that the reform be adjusted by regulating out unserious actors and retaining the high-quality companies. Read the speech
- Means that one does not regret the privatization but wants to rectify deficiencies in procurement and control. Wants to remove unserious actors and handle tax money carefully by improving the reform instead of rolling it back. Read the speech
Income-based unemployment insurance: SD, S, and V debate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal to modernize the unemployment insurance. Argues that the reform simplifies the system through income-based calculation, increases incentives for work and provides a more stable security for more individuals. Read the speech
- Admits that a more thorough gender equality analysis could have been made. States that she feels calm about the decision that will be made in the future. Read the speech
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Subsidized employment and nystartsjobb audit report debate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal to reject the motions. Argues that the government has already taken measures against welfare crime and criticizes the proposal to pause nystartsjobb as it would harm employment opportunities in small businesses. Read the speech
- Answers that the resources allocated will be sufficient. Argues that it is about changed ways of working rather than just resources, which the new director-general is addressing. Read the speech
- Declines to support the proposal to pause new start-up jobs as the government's measures are considered to make a difference. Argues that the focus should instead be on preventing fraud and providing employment agencies with better conditions to stop unauthorized employers. Read the speech
Integration policy: SD, S, and V debate requirements and cuts
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government's strategy rests on education, work, and the Swedish language. Proposes more intensive SFI teaching, an inquiry into mandatory language preschool and subsidy reforms with subsidy ceilings and activity requirements. Read the speech
- Answers the question about concrete proposals by reminding of a previous seminar where questions were asked directly to the Minister. Argues that the work is progressing slowly but that the Liberals will push forward on the issues. Read the speech
- Argues that the extra services were abolished quickly because they were terrible labor market policy without long-term effect. Claims that the government instead invested in vocational training, SFI, school, and other integration measures. Read the speech
Work environment and hours: S proposes safety rep sanctions
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that high workload is the most common cause of problems and that too many agency workers deteriorate the working environment. Argues that a general reduction in working hours is not possible in the near future. Read the speech
Samhall social mission: SD, S and V debate audit report
- Argues that the state should be hesitant to operate companies outside of market conditions. Asks whether these are the member's personal reflections or if the Social Democrats have changed their opinion on the organizational form in which Samhall is operated. Read the speech
- Argues that the state should not operate companies to perform tasks that others can do. Expresses expectation for the result of the ongoing investigation. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Samhall needs to be improved to offer meaningful jobs and that authorities must be able to offer individual solutions. Advocates that idea-driven actors and social enterprises can play a larger role. Read the speech
Labor law: SD opposes EU power transfer, S seeks balance
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- Argues that the current system will not create enough establishment jobs. Wants the government to be bold enough to implement necessary changes since the parties are not expected to be able to deliver on their own. Read the speech
Integration: SD wants stricter policy, M seeks language rules
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that preventive work against social exclusion requires knowledge and mapping and that norms and values must be changed through projects that challenge honor norms. Criticizes structural barriers to women's economic equality, such as lack of access to venture capital and the gender pay gap. Proposes a more flexible parental leave and emphasizes the importance of preventive work against gender stereotypes and violence. Read the speech
- Argues that the cooperation makes it possible to handle honor issues, the energy issue, the school system, and crime policy. Claims that the party is now getting liberal policies through, such as language tests, which previously met with strong opposition. Read the speech
- Confirms that the cooperation is secure and that the party knows where its limits are. Argues that the Social Democrats should study the Liberals' previous policy to improve their own future. Read the speech
Labor market policy and unemployment insurance reform debate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Welcomes the government's initiatives on regional vocational adult education and the university college, but requests a Swedish apprenticeship model. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen needs reinforced control and advocates for better individual focus for persons with disabilities. Read the speech
- Argues that a higher initial allowance that is phased out more quickly is reasonable since the unemployment insurance fund is a transitional insurance and not a means of subsistence. Sees advantages with an income-based unemployment insurance fund that covers more groups and limits the possibility of fraud. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal for an income-based unemployment insurance is a positive step in the right direction. Wants the unemployment insurance to be nationalized to increase professionalism and quality. Suggests that the compensation should be higher at the start and taper off faster. Read the speech
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- Argues that active labor market policy occurs in many areas through tax cuts, educational initiatives, and streamlining at Arbetsförmedlingen. Hopes that the government delivers general reductions of employer contributions to create new jobs through a dynamic business climate. Read the speech
Economic challenges, welfare, and social issues in Sweden
- Argues that mobile healthcare is an important development that needs to be encouraged nationally. Asks how the management of pharmaceuticals can be designed to support care outside of hospitals since current legislation conflicts with the practical work. Read the speech
- Argues that care beds outside hospital buildings are not counted in the national statistics, which risks counteracting the government's efforts. Asks how the minister views increasing the possibilities to include these beds. Read the speech
Unemployment and discrimination for young people with disabilities
- Argues that everyone who can work should get a job to meet the skills shortage. Wants to see an efficiency of the processes after adapted upper secondary school through increased cooperation between municipalities and the school. Read the speech
- Argues that the business community demands this group and that the solution is smoother processes, clearer objectives, and closer cooperation with employers. Criticizes that more resources for administration is the answer and advocates instead for clearer goals. Read the speech
Government investments in crime prevention, defense and education
Strengthening Swedish unemployment insurance and flexicurity
- Argues that the design of the unemployment insurance is wrong and proposes that the current a-kassorna be replaced with a state, universal insurance covering all employees. Wants the compensation to be based on income, tapered off quickly and simplified to increase the individual's own empowerment. Read the speech
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- Answers that the proposal is still being prepared and explains that the disagreement with Sverigedemokraterna concerns the level of compensation rather than the design. Argues that further measures for the work line, such as reduced employer contributions, are also being prepared. Read the speech
- Argues that adult education has not been cut as claimed. Proposes that the unemployment insurance (a-kassan) be increased in consideration of inflation and uncertainty, while the work line is strengthened in other ways. Read the speech
- Want the unemployment insurance [a-kassan] to be high initially and then be phased out. Argues that this strengthens the work line and creates greater mobility. Read the speech
Labor market policy and unemployment insurance benefit reforms
- Argues that a flexible labor market policy is crucial for the economy and that the individual's responsibility for self-sufficiency must be emphasized. Wants to lower taxes on low incomes and advocates for a reform of the eligibility requirements for unemployment insurance. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government's changes to educational places occurred according to plan after the pandemic. Admits that current measures are insufficient and that large amounts of unemployment may arise, which is why accurate measures and more resources were needed in the autumn budget. Read the speech
Work environment and hours: inspections, safety reps, hours
- Questions as to in what way sanctions and fines benefit employers who are actively seeking employees to create a sensible work environment. Read the speech
- Argues that penalty orders of a few million in a large budget create the wrong focus. Asks if there are other possibilities than increasing sanction fees since it does not affect the staff shortage. Read the speech
- Argues that public employees are exposed to threats and violence which hinders recruitment. Wants regional safety representatives to be independent from trade unions and act on assignment from Arbetsmiljöverket. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
- Want to stop unserious companies by being on their toes and identifying problems in both newly started and existing companies. Proposes more efficient cooperation between different authorities and a judicial system that takes action and delivers judgments. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should continue to develop and improve existing measures. Emphasizes that this requires greater knowledge and a better legal system when irregularities have occurred. Read the speech
- Argues that the debate should focus on politics instead of coalition partners. Explains that the party will not change its view on pride and that participation in government aims to implement necessary changes, including regarding machoculture. Read the speech
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Equality and violence against women: M, S, and SD debate
- Argues that equality requires measures against men's violence against women and advocates for preventive work in schools. Wants a more flexible parental leave, to remove the multi-child supplement and see harsh penalties for perpetrators. Read the speech
- Argues that men's violence against women is a democracy issue that must be broadened. Confirms that structural violence against women is a major challenge that requires preventive work and argues that the government is taking clear steps forward in this work. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working on preventive measures through projects targeting young people. Emphasizes that legislation in the Education Act and cooperation between authorities are important measures to detect violence early. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's policy is highlighted in the government statement even though it is not included in the Tidö Agreement. Expresses confidence in the minister's focus on Ungarelationer.se but admits that she is not aware of the specific funding. Read the speech
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- Argues that the party has not changed its policy and that it is not a contradiction to also speak about violence in same-sex relations. Explains that the cooperation with the government enables the implementation of economic policy, criminal justice policy, and focus on the school. Read the speech
- Argues that the current work is not sufficient and that one must dare to think anew. Wants the debate to be conducted more broadly and that all parties contribute with new proposals to move forward. Read the speech
Settlement Act, clan structures and integration policy debate
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- Argues that her municipality took its responsibility and that her position has not changed. Argues that the Settlement Act was a right decision in 2016, but that in the future it needs to be reviewed what has worked and what has not worked. Read the speech
- Argues that clan structures are usually positive and function. However, criticizes clan structures when they create limitations for the individual and the family's or the area's will gains greater power than the individual's own. Read the speech
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Integration policy: SD, S, and M debate newcomer requirements
- Argues that language skills are crucial for integration and proposes that language preschool be introduced promptly. Wants to break segregation through housing policy and demands that citizenship be linked to language and social studies tests. Read the speech
Labor law: SD seeks business/parenthood support, V bans layoffs
- Criticizes the government's failed labor market policy and the lack of matching between the unemployed and available jobs. Wants the government to dismantle structures so that it is always economically better to work than to receive benefits. Read the speech
Ukraine support, Archer artillery, school burden and fishing
- Argues that a uniform digital infrastructure for healthcare is a much-needed ambition to improve patient safety and cooperation. Asks how the government plans to build upon the work that has already been carried out in the regions. Read the speech
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Labor market policy: SD, S, and M propose new investments
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that resources should be directed towards matching against shortage occupations instead of extra services. Wants to invest in attractive vocational educations, more work placements and investigate job checks for people with disabilities. Read the speech
- Argues that the change in Arbetsförmedlingen's mandate has been necessary and that the agency needs time to adapt. Emphasizes that future appropriations must focus on efficiency and the best possible matching in the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that the reduced local presence of Arbetsförmedlingen did not result in any major negative differences. Explains that efficiencies within adult education are due to time-limited COVID grants expiring. Read the speech
Immigrant integration, gender quotas and abortion rights debate
- Criticizes the government's policy for lack of matching in the labor market and argues that foreign-born women are hit hardest. Wants to strengthen women's and children's shelters, combat violence against women through preventive work and improve the establishment of newcomers through higher requirements and language preschool. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has competent ministers who are well-versed in integration issues. Also claims that the submitted budget shows that the issues are taken seriously and that the proud tradition continues. Read the speech
- Argues that the individual should be in focus and receive help with vulnerability regardless of whether it concerns honor violence, violence against women, or segregation. Argues that one should wait and see what the investigations in the Tidö Agreement lead to. Read the speech
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- Clarifies that no restrictions on the right to an interpreter have been made yet without the prerequisites first being reviewed. Argues that structural problems require a basis and statistics in order to be addressed and new goals set. Read the speech
- Confirms that the compromise regarding quota refugees was painful to secure a budget. Hopes that the number of quota refugees can be increased when integration succeeds and women in exclusion find employment. Read the speech
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- Argues that the constitutional protection of the right to abortion is a liberal idea that the party will continue to pursue. Explains that they chose the bourgeois side because the Social Democrats were not prepared to make the necessary changes regarding integration and honor issues. Read the speech
- Argues that the child support is a woman trap and that the Liberals have fought to remove it. Claims that Sweden has won on the agreement through crackdowns on crime, a functioning integration policy, and an education policy that focuses on research. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.