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Camilla Waltersson Grönvall (M)

Socialtjänstminister · 357 speeches in 71 debates since 18 November 2022

What Camilla Waltersson Grönvall 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.

1. Social services: KD wants drug tests and fines for parents

   Förebyggande insatser inom socialtjänsten till skydd för barn och unga vid bristande medverkan · 12 August 2026

   • Argues that the government must act to prevent children from suffering by filling the gap between voluntariness and LVU with intermediate coercion. Proposes tools such as drug tests, electronic surveillance, coercive fines, and serious talks, as well as temporary parental leave pay to strengthen parental responsibility and prevent crime. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government's legislative package is crucial to saving children in time. Asks how the Social Democrats will be able to handle the situation when the opposition says no to these interventions. Read the speech
   • Criticizes that Gustaf Lantz focuses on personal feelings instead of the political issues. Argues that the Social Democrats are not prepared to go all the way to protect children in vulnerable situations. Read the speech
   • Argues that the new Social Services Act and amended secrecy legislation are crucial to enabling early, proactive interventions. Emphasizes the need for rapid measures to stop gang recruitment when guardians refuse voluntary support. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government must introduce tools to strengthen parental responsibility. Emphasizes that social workers request opportunities to pressure parents to avoid LVU and that the proposed measures are reasonable to counter the recruitment of children into crime. Read the speech

2. New law on child placement: KD, SD, V and S debate proposal

   För barns rättigheter och trygghet - en ny lag om omhändertagande för vård av barn och unga · 12 August 2026

   • Argues that the child's right to safety should weigh more heavily than the parents' right. Proposes that LVU be replaced by two laws that strengthen the child's perspective, introduce a new basis for foster care based on attachment, and facilitate protection against honor-based violence and crime. Read the speech
   • Argues that the legislative work was delayed due to the Social Democrats' opposition. Criticizes that the opposition chooses not to understand that the child's voice should be guiding in order to avoid children being forced to return to unsafe biological homes. Read the speech
   • Argues that the focus should be on strengthening children's rights. Claims that the government has carried out extensive work to strengthen these rights in several pieces of legislation, including the HVB issue. Read the speech

3. Disability policy: M labor market focus, V opposes LSS cuts

   Svar på interpellation 2025/26:586 om funktionshinderspolitiken · 11 August 2026

   • Argues that the government has implemented important initiatives within the labor market, health, and digitalization. Describes measures such as the establishment of a knowledge center, the expansion of Äldreomsorgslyftet, the assignment to Socialstyrelsen, an investigation into personal assistance, initiatives against violence as well as a national function for interpretation services and a national coordinator. Read the speech
   • Argues that the previous system error is a legacy that the previous government did not rectify. Claims that the government has invested more in the flat-rate setting than under the previous government and explains that an investigation is underway to create stable conditions for personal assistance. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government has implemented several important initiatives within LSS, interpretation services, and the school. Criticizes municipalities that do not take their responsibility in needs assessments and emphasizes the work with digital inclusion. Read the speech
   • Criticizes the Left Party's actions in Gothenburg where support for persons with disabilities has decreased. Argues that the government is working towards a nationalization of assistance to ensure equal and legally secure assessments across the entire country. Read the speech

4. Measures to stop criminals from running HVB homes

   Svar på interpellation 2025/26:454 om åtgärder för att stoppa kriminella från att driva HVB-hem · 5 June 2026

   • Argues that it is serious when criminals misuse public resources and risk children's safety. Describes the government's powerful measures to shut out unserious actors through strengthened supervision, new rules in the Social Services Act, and improved information exchange. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government has now implemented necessary legislation and provided resources to combat welfare crime. Criticizes the previous government for letting proposals for tools sit in the drawer despite increasing welfare crime. Read the speech
   • Criticizes the previous government for not having acted earlier with legislation and resources. Argues that the current government is working intensively to tear down secrecy barriers, improve information exchange, and remove unserious actors. Read the speech
   • Argues that the current government has introduced the tools and resources required to drive out criminal actors. Criticizes that previous governments placed proposals for legislation in a "bureaucratic drawer" instead of taking action. Read the speech

5. Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues

   Frågestund · 28 May 2026

   • Clarifies that the question belongs to the Minister for Social Insurance. Argues that the government has fought high inflation and through tax cuts, lowered preschool fees, halved food VAT and increased housing allowance improved the conditions for children and vulnerable people. Read the speech
   • Argues that poverty overall and real child poverty have decreased. Emphasizes that an important preventive measure is that children see their parents go to work in order to break the exclusion. Read the speech
   • Means that the government is working to create long-term conditions for personal assistance through a recently presented investigation. Clarifies that the government is investigating the possibility of indexing and that a mandate to Försäkringskassan is being prepared ahead of next year's budget management. Read the speech
   • Argues that the previous government did not provide Ivo with resources or tools to shut down criminal homes. Explains that the current government has taken measures to provide the authority with the necessary resources and mandate to ensure children's safety. Read the speech
   • Argues that the new Social Services Act is already producing effects in some municipalities. Emphasizes that the legislation requires political will and cooperation between the government, municipalities, and social workers to yield results. Read the speech

6. Assistance allowance indexing and increase debate

   Svar på interpellation 2025/26:411 om höjningen och indexeringen av assistansersättningen · 22 May 2026

   • Argues that the government intends to submit proposals on the hourly rate in the budget bill. Explains that the government is investigating the introduction of an indexing to increase predictability and intends to have Försäkringskassan submit annual proposals. Read the speech
   • Means that the government intends to introduce an arrangement where Försäkringskassan annually submits proposals on the hourly tariff to create better accuracy. Explains that the government has calculated the amount with higher figures than before and is investigating the introduction of an indexing. Read the speech
   • Means that the work on the assignment is ongoing intensively in the Ministry of Social Affairs. Assures that the government is working on several reforms and that Försäkringskassan will be able to influence the process before the 2028 budget year. Read the speech
   • Argues that much has happened during the mandate period, in contrast to previously. Highlights the introduction of "En väg in" and the work on a new national plan for persons with intellectual disabilities and autism. Read the speech

7. Functional rights and support for persons with disabilities

   Svar på interpellation 2025/26:416 om Funktionsrätt Sveriges granskning · 30 April 2026

   • Argues that the government's policy is based on the UN convention to achieve equality. Explains that the government is working with a national action plan, model municipalities, a national coordinator, as well as the preparation of the UN's recommendations on legislation. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government is working constructively with disability organizations and the UN's recommendations to reach national goals. Explains that all ministers are responsible for disability issues and that several measures are planned to improve the conditions. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government is implementing several measures to improve the situation for persons with disabilities. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for bearing responsibility for the situation worsening during the previous eight years. Read the speech
   • Argues that investigations have stood still during the previous eight years. Explains that the government is working on a nationalization of assistance in dialogue with disability organizations and argues that decisions regarding support in Gothenburg are the responsibility of the municipal leadership. Read the speech

8. LSS interventions: Nationalize decisions to end welfare lottery

   Svar på interpellation 2025/26:409 om rätten till LSS-insatser · 24 April 2026

   • Argues that LSS has improved the living conditions and increased the self-determination for persons with extensive functional impairments. Explains that the government has tasked Socialstyrelsen with producing support material to increase the equality in the municipalities' handling. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government takes the lack of equality very seriously and follows the Riksrevisionen's audits closely. Explains that the work to improve LSS interventions is ongoing by supplementing the law in dialogue with disability organizations. Read the speech
   • Shares the concern that different municipalities make different assessments and that the rights legislation becomes a lottery. Argues that the municipalities have a responsibility to meet the individual's needs and that the government is working to strengthen the conditions for persons with disabilities. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government is working on a major assistance reform to nationalize assistance decisions and create more equitable assessments. Assures that a communication regarding the reason for the Swedish National Audit Office's review will be sent as soon as possible. Read the speech

9. 2026 Homelessness Report: M quadrupled funding and tax cuts

   Svar på interpellation 2025/26:332 om Hemlöshetsrapporten 2026 · 23 February 2026

   • Argues that the government takes homelessness seriously by quadrupling the funding for the national homelessness strategy. Explains that the government has taken measures against structural homelessness through legislative changes, increased housing cost limits, and state grants for those affected by violence. Read the speech
   • Argues that the government sees homelessness as a serious problem that requires long-term and effective solutions. Emphasizes that the government is increasing the funding for the homelessness strategy and that the new Social Services Act enables early and preventive interventions. Read the speech
   • Waits for the proposals that Socialstyrelsen presents on March 2. Means that preventive work is now mandatory according to the new Social Services Act. Means that the government has worked proactively by increasing the housing allowance and lowering food VAT and fuel costs. Read the speech
   • Argues that the referral to the Council on Legislation regarding municipal rent guarantees is part of the answer to the question of socially sustainable housing provision. Emphasizes the importance of further developing long-term housing solutions for women in sheltered housing. Read the speech

10. Government budget, security and cultural policy debate

    Frågestund · 22 January 2026

    • Argues that the social services must be kept free from infiltration in order to protect the most vulnerable. Responds that recurring extract of records are necessary and that an inquiry is working on a uniform regulatory framework for background checks. Read the speech
    • Shares the view that infiltration in social services requires a clearer state responsibility. Argues that the government's changes to the secrecy legislation and opportunities for increased cooperation between police, social services and school are solutions to the problems. Read the speech
    • Argues that the previous government's policy meant a lack of protection for vulnerable women and children. Explains that the permit requirement was introduced to prevent gang criminals from running housing and to ensure children's rights. Read the speech
    • Expresses concern that Vänsterpartiet seems to be against a licensing requirement. Argues that the new legislation catches unserious actors and ensures the quality of the protective housing. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the government is working to strengthen the protection for vulnerable children. Explains that the new legislation means that more professional groups, such as security guards, as well as more authorities and employees there, are now covered by the reporting obligation. Read the speech
    • Argues that preventive work is crucial to stopping crime. Emphasizes that the government has introduced a new preventive social services law with 10 billion in funding and requests more foster home places as well as more education and support for foster homes. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is concerned that municipalities are not taking responsibility for the guidance. Explains that the government is working on developing a guidance for the municipalities to ensure equal assessments across the country. Read the speech

11. Sign language rights: Government responsibility for accessibility

    Svar på interpellation 2025/26:256 om rätten till teckenspråk genom livet · 15 January 2026

    • Argues that the disability policy is based on the UN Convention and that the government has taken measures for an equivalent interpretation service. Explains that sign language is not to be investigated as a national minority language and that the convention has not yet been incorporated into Swedish law. Read the speech
    • Argues that the regulatory framework for mother tongue instruction is unchanged and that the municipality is responsible for ensuring that students are able to develop sign language. Explains that Äldreomsorgslyftet gives staff the opportunity to train in sign language during working hours. Read the speech
    • Argues that the Äldreomsorgslyftet now includes staff within LSS and that the municipalities are responsible for utilizing these opportunities. Emphasizes that a well-functioning interpretation service is a human right and that the government has established a national function for its coordination. Explains that parts of the interpretation service inquiry have already been addressed while other parts are still being prepared. Points out that every sector is responsible for accessibility and recommends debate with the Ministry of Education for school-related issues. Read the speech
    • Argues that issues concerning persons with disabilities need to be raised more in the debate. Notes that sign language training for students in primary school needs further discussion and emphasizes that all ministries share responsibility for issues regarding disabilities. Read the speech

12. LSS and assistive devices for persons with disabilities

    Svar på interpellation 2025/26:255 om rätten till LSS och hjälpmedel för personer med funktionsnedsättningar · 15 January 2026

    • Argues that the LSS Act has improved living conditions and that the number of people receiving interventions is increasing. Explains that Socialstyrelsen shall produce support material to increase the equality in the municipalities' processing as well as a national strategy for equal access to assistive devices. Read the speech
    • Argues that the municipalities have the responsibility for LSS interventions and that the government is working on a strategy to create more similar assessments of assistive devices. Criticizes the opposition's previous policy and questions what was done during their eight years in power. Read the speech
    • Points out that the assistance allowance was catastrophically low during the eight years when the member's party was part of the government. Argues that the number of people receiving LSS services is increasing and that the government is working with a competence center and the removal of the disability tax. Read the speech
    • Argues that the number of people with LSS interventions has increased significantly during the current mandate period. Emphasizes the need to support the municipalities to create uniform assessments and continue working to ensure that people receive their rights according to LSS. Read the speech

13. Climate policy, elderly care and social services debate

    Frågestund · 15 January 2026

    • Argues that families with children gain increased security through tax cuts that put more money in the wallet. Also explains that the housing allowance has been increased for the first time in 30 years. Read the speech
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    • Expresses disgust over the phenomenon. Informs that the dolls have been classified as illegal and that individuals have been convicted of child pornography crimes. Describes measures for the police in digital forums and investigations into preventive coercive measures against cybercrime. Read the speech
    • Argues that Sweden is a driving country in the EU regarding abuse material online. Suggests that the police should intensify the work against internet-related sexual abuse against children and review the blocklist to block exploitative addresses. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new gender identity law was motivated by respect for gender identity. Explains that the law shall be evaluated to ensure that it meets its purpose and does not hinder crime fighting. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act represents a paradigm shift by focusing on preventive work. Explains that the law enables information exchange between actors to detect and implement interventions early when children are at risk. Read the speech

14. HVB homes and organized crime: public ownership and measures

    Svar på interpellation 2025/26:102 om HVB-hemmen och den organiserade brottsligheten · 18 December 2025

    • Argues that unserious and criminal actors must be excluded from care to ensure children's right to good care. Emphasizes that the government has acted forcefully by strengthening Ivo's supervision, introducing stricter requirements, and improving the exchange of information between authorities. Wants to retain high-quality HVB homes regardless of the form of operation. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is now working relentlessly to introduce tools that the previous government's departments put in a filing cabinet. Asks what happens to children in well-functioning private HVB homes if these were to be banned overnight. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working on important measures and new powers to ensure children's well-being. Emphasizes that resources to Ivo have been increased to enable investigative work and combat criminal contacts via mobile phones. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the work to combat criminal actors is a focus and that reforms are in place or on the way. Argues that authorities need resources to ensure that criminal actors do not receive permits. Emphasizes that there is good activity among private actors that the most vulnerable children need. Read the speech

15. Alcohol bans in protected housing and legal review request

    Svar på interpellation 2025/26:62 om generella alkoholförbud på skyddade boenden · 18 December 2025

    • Notes that a specific case regarding an alcohol ban is subject to legal review. Argues that the government is following the questions closely and that Statskontoret is analyzing the effects of the reform, including for cause-driven actors, to ensure the rights of the residents. Read the speech
    • Argues that the reform is necessary to strengthen the protection for women and children exposed to violence. Explains that the permit requirement is crucial to keep unserious actors out and increase the quality of the accommodations. Read the speech
    • Argues that one must wait for the ongoing legal process regarding the specific residence. Emphasizes that the reform has led to improved outcomes and routines for safety and documentation at protected residences. Read the speech
    • Underlines that a dialogue with authorities is ongoing and that the specific case is subject to legal review. Argues that women's shelters have received support to live up to the quality requirements and that one is on the right track to ensure a safe environment. Read the speech

16. Gang crime, elderly care and criminal policy debate

    Frågestund · 27 November 2025

    • States that the government shares the member's concern regarding persons in need of assistance. Explains that the LSS legislation is a municipal legislation where the municipalities have a heavy responsibility to live up to it. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act is long-awaited and in high demand. Explains that the government has chosen an early implementation to provide municipalities with the conditions to analyze needs and tools for preventive work. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government now prioritizes strengthening children's protection through, among other things, the bill Tryggare hem för barn. Explains that they are also building on knowledge-enhancing measures and giving Socialstyrelsen a mandate to support the municipalities. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government wants to safeguard personal assistance and ensure long-term conditions. Explains that the work to investigate the conditions for an indexation is still ongoing and that this is a common position for all Tidö parties. Read the speech

17. Interpretation services rights and responsibility distribution

    Svar på interpellation 2025/26:115 om tolktjänstens betydelse · 18 November 2025

    • Argues that interpretation services are a fundamental right and that the government wants to strengthen the opportunities for participation. Explains that a new national coordination function is being established and that the regions are responsible for everyday interpretation, including leisure activities. Read the speech
    • Underlines the importance of the right to interpretation being fulfilled and argues that it is pleasing that the Social Democrats are now showing an awakening after eight years of passivity. Suggests that the regions should have a single point of entry to strengthen the coordination of the interpretation service. Read the speech
    • Argues that the municipalities have a responsibility to comply with the LSS legislation. Emphasizes that the government is now taking steps forward by providing information on regulations and coordinating development efforts for the interpretation service. Read the speech
    • Argues that the right to participate in the public debate should be met every year and every day. Emphasizes that it is an important priority that children and young people with disabilities are given access to an interpreter to participate in leisure activities. Read the speech

18. Assistance allowance indexing and government increase proposal

    Svar på interpellation 2025/26:47 om indexering av assistansersättningen · 14 October 2025

    • Argues that personal assistance is a freedom reform that must be protected. Proposes that the standard amount be increased by 1.5 percent and explains that the government is still investigating the introduction of an indexing. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government wants to create long-term and stable conditions for personal assistance by investigating the introduction of an indexing. Regrets that incorrect information was presented during the budget presentation but emphasizes that what is stated in the budget text applies. Read the speech
    • Explains that an error in a presentation was corrected immediately and emphasizes that the budget bill is the prevailing text. Argues that the government has increased the assistance more than the opposition did during their time in power. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government safeguards personal assistance and works to create stable conditions. Explains that an error on the website was not an intention to deceive anyone, but that the government is investigating the possibility of introducing an indexing. Read the speech

19. Question Time: Eating disorders, Gaza genocide, and inflation

    Frågestund · 18 September 2025

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    • Argues that the work with persons with disabilities is extremely important. Suggests that the government works with the UN's recommendations, establishes a national competence center, improves interpretation services and removes the disability tax to level the playing field. Read the speech
    • Argues that parents must take responsibility for their children. Emphasizes that the government wants to do everything to prevent children from being recruited into crime. Read the speech
    • Argues that the work to strengthen the situation for persons with disabilities is a priority issue. Wants to highlight that the budget removes gaps between persons with disabilities and other workers and that further proposals will be presented. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act enables early preventive measures, in contrast to the previous reactive law. Explains that the need for intermediate coercion arises when guardians refuse voluntary interventions, which can lead to compulsory removal. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new law is preventive and contains new tools for the social services with a mandatory requirement. Emphasizes that the government is now passing the baton to the municipalities to implement the changes. Read the speech

20. Lex Adam: Proposals for political control of social services

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:725 om en lex Adam · 4 September 2025

    • Argues that the social services must be managed with good governance, objectivity, and impartiality. Claims that the new Social Services Act and sharper tools for IVO create better conditions for quality, which makes independent review unnecessary. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act strengthens the children's rights perspective by ensuring that the child's best interests shall take precedence over the adults' best interests. Emphasizes that IVO needs sharper tools for more effective supervision and that court decisions must be followed by social welfare committees. Read the speech
    • Underlines that the children's safety is the guiding star and argues that the new Social Services Act provides better conditions for quality and cooperation. Argues that the focus should be on effective supervision rather than independent reviews. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act strengthens the child's rights and gives IVO better tools for supervision. Emphasizes that the social services' competence, impartiality, and legal certainty are crucial, as well as that the members of the social services committee have a major responsibility for follow-up. Read the speech

21. New social services act: preventive work and children's rights

    En förebyggande socialtjänstlag - för ökade rättigheter, skyldigheter och möjligheter · 20 May 2025

    • Argues that the new Social Services Act is a historical milestone that provides modern tools to meet today's societal challenges. Wants to strengthen children's rights, introduce a crime-preventive responsibility and demand evidence-based methods. Read the speech
    • Clarifies that intermediate measures are not discussed in today's proposal. Argues that voluntary work has the best conditions for success, but emphasizes that parents must take an active responsibility to prevent young people from being recruited into crime. Read the speech
    • Argues that voluntary work yields the best results and that the government allocated resources to build a safety net for children and parents. Explains that it is important to investigate why parents decline support. Read the speech
    • Argues that the law is positive because it is based on the individual and covers the entire municipality's legislation. Clarifies that the law does not contain a mandate for voluntary return but only describes how social services can contact the coordinator. Read the speech
    • Argues that the law is based on the individual's needs and that voluntary return is a natural part of this. Explains that support for voluntary return does not affect the law's intention to provide individualized support. Read the speech
    • Answers the question regarding the follow-up period by stating that the government will return to the Riksdag with a proposal for a longer period. Explains that the proposal is under investigation and that work is being done to present concrete legislative proposals. Read the speech
    • Criticizes the claim that a finished law existed when the government took office. Argues that the government has strengthened the law with a children's rights perspective, searchable reports of concern, and tools to make a real difference. Read the speech

22. Crime, welfare, infrastructure and equality debate in Riksdag

    Frågestund · 15 May 2025

    • Argues that the government is working to dismantle the criminal economy and ensure that there are no corrupt doctors. Explains that Försäkringskassan will receive new tools to work on crime prevention and that an investigation shall protect society's most vulnerable. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government shares the view on the need for measures. Promises to present proposals earlier than January 2027 if the investigation is ready. Read the speech
    • Confirms that all elderly people should feel safe and that abuse is unacceptable. Argues that the new Social Services Act, education via Äldreomsorgslyftet, and stricter background checks will improve safety and working methods. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the situation for persons with visual impairments is very serious as they are restricted and isolated. Explains that the government is now reviewing the regulatory framework and that the issue is being prepared in the Government Offices. Read the speech

23. Social Insurance Agency clawbacks on personal assistance

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:578 om Försäkringskassans återkrav vid personlig assistans · 25 April 2025

    • Argues that personal assistance is a freedom reform that must be protected. Explains that Försäkringskassan is working on an action plan to counter repayment demands and that an investigation has been launched to create new forms of follow-up. Read the speech
    • Argues that Försäkringskassan has a responsibility to ensure correct processing and prevent benefit fraud. Explains that the individual is liable for repayment in the case of incorrect information, but that the authority shall consider a waiver for special reasons. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working towards the nationalization of assistance to create a more legally secure and predictable system. Wants Försäkringskassan to carry out information initiatives so that no one feels afraid to contact the authority. Read the speech
    • Argues that regular follow-ups are needed to counteract criminal exploitation and protect the most vulnerable. Wants to increase safety, legal certainty, and clarity for those who need support through a nationalization of the assistance and an action plan. Read the speech

24. Enforcement Authority coordination and child rights in evictions

    Svar på interpellationerna 2024/25:469 och 470 om Kronofogdens samordning och barnkonventionens tillämpning vid vräkningar · 8 April 2025

    • Argues that all children have the right to a safe upbringing and housing according to the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Explains that the government has tasked Socialstyrelsen with analyzing the causes of evictions and proposing measures. Read the speech
    • Assures that the government takes the evictions of families with children seriously. Argues that the new Social Services Act provides better conditions for preventive work and highlights increased resources for the homelessness strategy. Read the speech
    • Argues that the Swedish Enforcement Authority (Kronofogden) has since 2022 had the mandate to establish preventive cooperation in all municipalities. Emphasizes that the work line and incentives for work are the best way to strengthen children's situation and counteract benefit dependency. Read the speech
    • Argues that the Enforcement Authority (Kronofogden) is already obliged to have a mission linked to every municipality in the event of a risk of eviction. Emphasizes that the focus lies on avoiding subsidy dependency and that people should become self-sufficient in order to help vulnerable children. Read the speech

25. Defense, aid, social services and security policy debate

    Frågestund · 20 March 2025

    • Argues that the government has presented proposals for 2025 where a halved change is made to ensure children's right to assistance and parents' relief. Intends to follow the results and return to the issue when the outcome is known. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act enables early preventive measures and that penalty notices are now prepared. Explains that the government has also proposed legislation to increase protection for social workers, including the possibility of using guards. Read the speech
    • Answers that the government has tasked Socialstyrelsen to develop a strategy for habilitation and rehabilitation. Also states that Myndigheten för delaktighet is working on recommendations to improve access to assistive devices in cooperation with disability organizations. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is combating violence against women with the same force as gang crime through a program with over 130 points. Highlights extended restraining orders, quality requirements for protected housing, and that violent guardians cannot have contact with their children. Also emphasizes that the new Social Services Act enables early preventive work. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government's social preventive strategy is in demand and requires coordinated efforts within school, healthcare, and support functions. Emphasizes that social services must intervene early and that crime fighting is required for those who choose a criminal path. Read the speech
    • Argues that low confidence in the social services causes many guardians to refuse support. Explains that the new Social Services Act shall build confidence through preventive work and that an investigation into intermediate measures shall reduce the need for coercive interventions. Read the speech
    • Argues that school social teams are an important reform that makes a big difference for children who risk being drawn into crime. Urges municipalities that have not yet done this to seek funding and build school social teams. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is inconceivable that reports of concern are not digitally searchable. Wants all reports of concern to become digitally searchable in the new Social Services Act to ensure that children at risk do not fall through the cracks. Read the speech

26. Strategy against violence against children: M and V debate

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:451 om strategi mot våld mot barn · 11 March 2025

    • Argues that the government is implementing major reforms, including a new preventive social services law and investments in home visit programs. Explains that the report for a national strategy is currently being prepared and that the government is allocating funds for violence prevention measures. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is carrying out extensive work and reforms to protect children from violence. Exemplifies this with legislation on protected housing, an independent child ombudsman, a new Social Services Act, and expanded home visit programs. Read the speech
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    • Explains that the strategy has not been adopted in its entirety because extensive reform work is ongoing. Argues that one of the largest social policy shifts in decades is underway to protect children from violence. Read the speech

27. Youth crime boards: Government attitude and Tidöavtalet test

    Svar på interpellationerna 2024/25:347 och 352 om ungdomskriminalitetsnämnder · 11 March 2025

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    • Argues that it is crucial to stop recruitment to criminal networks. Explains that the government is testing all solutions but demands efficiency, and emphasizes that the Bob structure as well as a new social services act are important tools to reach children in the risk zone. Read the speech
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    • Argues that investigations must be scrutinized critically and that the municipalities' skepticism should be taken seriously. Explains that the government is working with the Social Services Act, intermediate coercion, and Bob to stop recruitment and points out that there is a lack of significant results for the Danish reform for the age group 15–16 years. Read the speech

28. Healthcare, schools, children's rights and economic issues

    Frågestund · 27 February 2025

    • Answers that a state of readiness or preparation in the Government Offices means that work is ongoing. Emphasizes that the municipalities have an important responsibility to meet the individual's need for accompaniment and that the government is closely following the developments. Read the speech
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    • Argues that the government's work aims to strengthen the situation of vulnerable children through legislation where the child's rights take precedence over the parents'. Emphasizes that children should never have to be afraid of guardians who have committed violence. Read the speech
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    • Argues that society has a great responsibility for children in social care. Explains that Sis has received new powers and that an investigation into fundamental reforms of child and youth care is underway. Read the speech
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    • Argues that secrecy has been an obstacle to stopping recruitment to gangs. Explains that the new Social Services Act and the proposed legislation enable information exchange between school, social services, and police to break the recruitment early. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the work on an indexing model for personal assistance is proceeding according to schedule. Informs that a working group is preparing the model to be delivered in time for the budget presentations before the autumn. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working against welfare crime. Points out that the previous government did not process legislative proposals to Ivo and states that the government has invested 30 million kronor in assignments to ensure a safe child and youth care. Read the speech
    • Confirms that it is a major challenge for social services to find the right placement for young people. Argues that the government is working with a national placement function and has entered into an agreement with SKR to facilitate this. Read the speech

29. Cost compensation for children with disabilities: M and S

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:309 om föräldrar som söker merkostnadsersättning · 14 January 2025

    • Argues that the 2019 reform aimed to make the regulatory framework for additional cost compensation clearer and more transparent. Explains that the high rejection rate is due to the design of the benefit rather than its application. Read the speech
    • Argues that the reform aimed at increased legal certainty and uniformity. Wants to wait for an evaluation from ISF before any adjustments are made to ensure that changes are well-substantiated. Read the speech
    • Want to wait for an in-depth evaluation from ISF before changes are made. Means that well-substantiated proposals and recommendations are required to ensure that children receive the safe care they need. Read the speech
    • Argues that the high rejection rate is due to the design of the benefit rather than Försäkringskassans application. Wants to wait for the agency's report and recommendations in order to be able to secure the measures for children and parents. Read the speech

30. Criminal actors and welfare crime in HVB homes measures

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:253 om kriminella aktörer och HVB-hem · 14 January 2025

    • Argues that the government is acting forcefully against unserious actors by strengthening Ivo and increasing resources for supervision. Wants to improve the exchange of information between authorities and municipalities to counter crime and ensure safety for children. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government prioritizes children's safety through a new Social Services Act for preventive work. Explains that Ivo is being strengthened through more resources and new activities to combat welfare crime. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government can now act on policies that were driven in opposition. Explains that authorities must be able to share confidential information to combat crime and emphasizes that intelligence reports should be handled with balance in order to be able to close criminal HVB homes. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is implementing a shift towards early preventive work within child and youth care. Wants to strengthen Ivo with resources for better supervision and adapt confidentiality rules so that necessary information is shared to ensure care. Read the speech

31. Healthcare and social care: parental flat rate and assistance

    (forts.) Hälsovård, sjukvård och social omsorg (forts. SoU1) · 10 December 2024

    • Argues that the government is working intensively to stop crime and recruitment of young people through preventive measures. Proposes a new Social Services Act with crime prevention responsibilities, investments in parenting support, school, and first-line psychiatry. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is investing almost 10 billion on a new social services law in order to be able to pinpoint young people in vulnerable situations. Explains that the law gives the social services the right knowledge, tools and cooperation with the police and the school. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is unacceptable for criminal actors to exploit young people in child and youth care. Explains that the government strengthens Ivo's muscles and budget by implementing proposals that the previous government ignored. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is important to have a functioning assistance. Explains that the halving of the parental deduction is a first step so that more children will be entitled to assistance and that this will be evaluated. Read the speech
    • Argues that the parental template aims to reduce subjective assessments and proposes that the effects of the halving be awaited before further discussion. Explains that the work on the nationalization of the assistance is ongoing and that an analysis group is investigating the issue. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act is long-awaited because the old law has led to the social services reacting too late. Emphasizes the importance of schools and preschools and proposes new conditions for social worker and teacher education. Read the speech
    • Argues that the new Social Services Act contains a clear child perspective where children's voices shall be weighed. Emphasizes that the municipalities have a heavy responsibility for the quality in HVB homes and wants to have the parents on board to turn the situation around. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working towards a nationalization of the assistance and that there is a broad consensus on state ownership. Plans to have this in place by January 1, 2027 through an anchoring process with disability organizations. Read the speech
    • Underlines the importance of listening to organizations for users and relatives. Argues that the investigation on state assistance constitutes the starting point for the proposals currently being prepared. Read the speech

32. Government work on schools, welfare, defense and AI potential

    Frågestund · 28 November 2024

    • Argues that guidance is an important prerequisite for independent living for persons with visual impairments. Points out that the responsibility for assessments lies with the municipalities and expresses concern that decisions are changed despite unchanged circumstances. Read the speech
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    • Argues that the government is carrying out a historic reorganization of the social services to prioritize preventive work for vulnerable children and young people. Explains that the fight against inflation has freed up billions for these initiatives and a new Social Services Act. Read the speech
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    • Updates that a new dementia strategy is being prepared in the Government Offices and will be presented soon. States that the government has increased the appropriations and resources to, among others, Svenskt Demenscentrum and Karolinska University Hospital. Read the speech
    • Argues that preschool is important for children's basic development. Points out that the conditions for equal education vary and that preschool needs better conditions. Informs that an investigation into language requirements and the size of children's groups has been initiated. Read the speech
    • Announces that the first stage of a dental care reform aims for the high-cost protection to resemble other healthcare. Explains that the government has decided on a double dental care subsidy for persons between 20 and 23 years of age to mitigate the consequences of lowering the age limit. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the new Social Services Act, which is planned to be introduced on July 1, 2025, will make reports of concern digitally searchable. This aims to minimize the risk of children falling through the cracks during moves between municipalities. Read the speech
    • Answers that the government has been allocated 30 million kronor so that Ivo can intensify its investigations and shut down homes with criminal activity. Argues that the government is now working to ensure previous proposals to give Ivo increased resources. Read the speech

33. Child poverty and tax cuts for high-income earners in Sweden

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:111 om barnfattigdom och sänkta skatter för höginkomsttagare · 15 November 2024

    • Argues that the government's policy against child poverty is based on combined efforts across several policy areas. Emphasizes that a strengthened work principle, broad tax cuts, and the leisure card are effective measures to improve the economic standard of living for families with children and create good upbringing conditions. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working to reverse high child poverty by promoting growth and combating inflation. Emphasizes that one of the government's most important priorities is to break social exclusion by getting more people into work. Read the speech
    • Argues that the Social Democrats have not stood by families with children when they were in power. Claims that the government is implementing reforms to protect vulnerable children through, among other things, a new Social Services Act and strengthened protection for children fleeing to shelters. Emphasizes that the greatest security for children is that the parents have jobs. Read the speech
    • Notes that inflation has been defeated, which enables investments to strengthen young people. Argues that it is crucial that parents can stand on their own feet and that it should always pay more to work than to receive benefits. Read the speech

34. HVB homes run by criminals: supervision and privatization

    Svar på interpellation 2024/25:92 om åtgärder för att stoppa HVB-hem som drivs av kriminella · 22 October 2024

    • Argues that it is unacceptable for criminal actors to receive public funding as it risks children's safety. Explains that the government is acting forcefully by strengthening Ivos' supervision, increasing cooperation with the police, and improving the exchange of information between authorities. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is unacceptable for children to be placed with criminal actors and that these homes must be closed. Explains that the government has given Ivo resources and sharpened mandates to cooperate with the police and the Economic Crime Authority to address deficiencies. Read the speech
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    • Explains that intelligence reports cannot be made public in order as not to assist criminals. Argues that Ivo needs sharper tools and that the government is working on relevant proposals to strengthen supervision. Criticizes that all HVB homes are described as deficient since many private homes have high quality. Read the speech

35. HVB homes criminal networks, aid budget and security debate

    Frågestund · 3 October 2024

    • Argues that it is extremely serious when criminal actors penetrate the welfare system and threaten children's safety. Confirms that these homes shall be closed and that the government has ensured both clear mandates and extra resources for supervision. Read the speech
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    • Answers that guidance is an important measure for the blind and visually impaired. Argues that the Socialstyrelsen report is important for knowledge building and that the government continues to follow the implementation and dissemination of support material. Read the speech
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    • Answers that the government takes the Riksdag's announcement very seriously and that a preparation of the issue of accompaniment is now being initiated in the Government Offices. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government's goal is to remove secrecy barriers to enable effective cooperation between social services, school, and police. Explains that more actors must now provide information to the police in cases of suspected crime and that this enables joint reasoning regarding young people. Read the speech
    • Responds that the legislation prevents contact with the outside world to obtain drugs and weapons and blocks criminal networks. Argues that the government is working to give HVB homes the same powers as Sis homes as soon as possible. Read the speech
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36. National standard calculation and updates for consumption patterns

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:805 om beräkningen av riksnormen · 19 June 2024

    • Means that the national standard is a minimum level for specific needs. Explains that the government makes a collective assessment based on the Consumer Agency's investigations and KPI forecasts and that an investigation is underway to improve the regulation. Read the speech
    • Notes that the national standard was increased by 8.7 percent in 2024 and explains that differences between the Consumer Agency's data and the national standard are due to different cost items. Argues that the regulatory framework is outdated as consumption patterns have changed and emphasizes the importance of the ongoing investigation to adapt the national standard to today's conditions. Read the speech
    • Denies having provided dishonest information to the Committee on the Constitution. Argues that tax cuts are made for those who earn the least to promote self-sufficiency and that the national standard is based on a collective assessment from an extensive basis. Read the speech
    • Argues that society must stand strong to ensure support and help for those who cannot stand on their own. Emphasizes the importance of a secure upbringing for children and that there is a clear way to account for how the supports are developed. Read the speech

37. Disability rights: UN recommendations and personal assistance

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:702 om FN:s rekommendationer och krav på regeringens funktionsrättspolitik · 19 June 2024

    • Argues that the government's disability policy is based on international commitments and the UN Convention to create an equal society. Describes initiatives within education, health, and elderly care as well as legislative changes to strengthen the right to personal assistance. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the government is working with the UN's recommendations and involves disability organizations in the processes. Expresses concern over reduced guidance and explains that Socialstyrelsen's proposal to address this is now being prepared. Read the speech
    • Wants great transparency and cooperation with organizations that have great knowledge. Emphasizes that children with disabilities are a priority issue and works for a functioning state primary ownership. Read the speech
    • Argues that the LSS legislation is a freedom reform that requires responsibility to comply with. Wants to achieve a change before the 2026 election by prioritizing state ownership. Read the speech

38. LVU disinformation campaign and Sverigedemokraterna involvement

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:758 om LVU-kampanjen · 31 May 2024

    • Argues that disinformation about the social services has led to threats against staff and risks for children. Explains that the government has taken measures to strengthen trust in the social services, increase criminal protection, and counter the spread of rumors. Read the speech
    • Notes that the disinformation campaign creates fear and threats against social workers, which hinders the work and threatens democracy. Argues that the lack of early coordinated work has made it difficult to counter the campaign and that many parties bear responsibility. Read the speech
    • Condemns forces that cause division and insecurity. Argues that the government is working concretely to strengthen foreign protection, the image of Sweden, and safety for children. Argues that the Sweden Democrats have a responsibility to respond to the serious tasks. Read the speech
    • Argues that the disinformation campaign harms Swedish democracy. Emphasizes that all democratic parties must take responsibility and explains that the government is implementing legislation to protect social services employees and strengthen children's protection. Read the speech

39. Child poverty in Sweden: M's activity requirements and S's policy

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:752 om barn som lever i fattigdom · 31 May 2024

    • Argues that child poverty is a complex issue that requires collective efforts across several policy areas. Explains that the government is fighting inflation, raising the national standard and strengthening the work principle through job tax credits to create better conditions for self-sufficiency. Read the speech
    • Argues that the issue requires long-term thinking and that the government focuses on both immediate economic measures and long-term preventive measures. Emphasizes the importance of school, early interventions, and the leisure card to ensure equal opportunities. Underlines that the national standard (riksnormen) and the maintenance support (försörjningsstödet) have been significantly increased. Read the speech
    • Criticizes that the member uses years when the Social Democrats were in power as examples of increased inequalities. Argues that the government is restoring the work principle and introducing job tax credits to counter long-term benefit dependency and promote self-sufficiency. Read the speech
    • Argues that Sweden should be a fantastic country to grow up in through preventive measures. Sees the new Social Services Act as an important tool against child poverty and to ensure a safer Sweden. Read the speech

40. Government policy, EU cooperation, crime and social issues

    Frågestund · 30 May 2024

    • Argues that the previous government did not carry out a unified effort against the LVU campaign. Explains that the campaign creates work environment problems, threatens democracy, and risks that children in vulnerable situations do not receive support. Explains that she is now working to influence the disinformation campaign. Read the speech
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    • Argues that the assistance allowance is one of the benefits where there are the greatest problems with systematic crime. The government will return with further measures to address the issues. Read the speech
    • Describes how young people in Sis have previously been able to order drugs and weapons as well as manage from the inside. Explains that the government is working on legislation for entry controls, searches, and the possibility of locking high-security institutions at night. Read the speech

41. Interpretation services: 41 million SEK budget for regions

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:618 om genomförande av 2020 års tolktjänstutredning · 7 May 2024

    • Argues that a well-functioning interpretation service is a fundamental prerequisite for participation and influence in society. Explains that the government has decided to provide 41 million kronor to the regions from 2025 to coordinate the interpretation service. Read the speech
    • Confirms that people with disabilities are overrepresented in vulnerability. Argues that the budget supplement of 41 million kronor is an important first step in the complex investigation that is now being prepared. Read the speech
    • Argues that everyone who wants and can work should be given equal opportunities for employment. Explains that the budget for the current year is a first step, but that more work is required to include people who are currently excluded from the labor market. Read the speech
    • Argues that the content of the work has an impact on the timeline for implementation and the scope of the proposals. Plans to discuss the issues with Stockholms tolktjänstcentral and at a meeting in Geneva. Read the speech

42. Travel ban for children to prevent honor violence and abuse

    (forts. från § 5) Ett utvidgat utreseförbud för barn (forts. SoU24) · 2 May 2024

    • Argues that the current travel ban is insufficient and proposes an expansion to protect children from honor-related violence, abuse, or criminal activity. Also proposes that criminal liability for self-help should include the abduction of children to prevent care according to LVU. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working consistently to strengthen the protection for children in vulnerable situations. Asks why the previous government did not implement the legislation when everything was ready and emphasizes that the current government has performed the fundamental work. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is a challenge to work in a similar manner in all municipalities and regions. Explains that the government has tasked Socialstyrelsen with producing educational material and takes responsibility that no child is taken out against their will. Read the speech

43. Electronic communication and youth home visits: SD, M, V

    Begränsningar och kontroll i fråga om elektroniska kommunikationstjänster och besök på särskilda ungdomshem · 2 May 2024

    • Argues that the government's proposal is necessary to stop criminal networks from recruiting and controlling young people at Sis. Wants to ensure safety through security levels, limited electronic communication, and expanded powers for the control of visits. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government prioritizes the issue and acts powerfully to improve child and youth care. Emphasizes the need for long-term measures to guarantee the children's future and works systematically to ensure their voices are heard. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government's work is based on dialogue with children's rights organizations and individuals with personal experience of Sis. Explains that limitations on electronic communication are needed to protect young people from gang crime and sexual offenders. Read the speech

44. Institute for Human Rights: independence and disability funds

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:653 om Institutet för mänskliga rättigheter · 16 April 2024

    • Argues that the government's disability policy rests on international commitments and that a strategy for systematic follow-up is in place. Notes that the Institute for Human Rights plays a central role and that its mandate remains. Read the speech
    • Assures that the institute's role and mandate remain and that the government takes the mandate very seriously. Emphasizes the importance of the institute's independence and that the government strengthens and listens to organizations for disability rights. Read the speech
    • Wants to increase the organizations' influence by designing the Functional Impairment Delegation so that they can influence issues. Argues that systematics and follow-up are necessary to implement the right measures and that the government will return with how the UN's recommendations shall be met. Read the speech
    • Highlights positive aspects in the committee's response, such as the establishment of the Institute for Human Rights and strategies for systematic follow-up. Emphasizes the importance of systematicity in follow-up and evaluation to ensure correct measures. Read the speech

45. Social services role in gang recruitment and new Act funding

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:517 om socialtjänstens roll i arbetet med att bryta rekryteringen till gängen · 22 March 2024

    • Contradicts the image of the government's passivity and emphasizes that the government is active through increased state grants and specific investments in preventive work. Argues that the equal distribution of funds for situation analyses is necessary so that small municipalities can prepare for the new Social Services Act. Read the speech
    • Argues that no decision regarding the distribution model has been made. Explains that funds for analytical work are distributed equally so that small municipalities can carry out the work, while the future distribution key will be based on population. Read the speech
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    • Argues that a calculation model based on population numbers would have meant that small municipalities would only receive small sums. Explains that the challenges with vulnerable children and young people exist throughout the country and that all municipalities must be included in the work with the new Social Services Act. Read the speech

46. Healthcare capacity, labor market policy and social issues

    Frågestund · 21 March 2024

    • Argues that strengthening the situation for vulnerable children and young people is a high priority for the government. Explains that the proposals are being prepared within the Government Offices and that investigations are underway to improve conditions for children, including through support from civil society. Read the speech
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    • Argues that the government's priority is to counter criminal gangs and stop the recruitment of children through crime prevention work. Emphasizes that the new Social Services Act shall enable early interventions and that parenting support as well as school are important resources. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is implementing a paradigm shift by providing early support through MVC and BVC. Proposes family centers to emphasize parenting support and mentions school social teams as a concrete measure. Read the speech
    • Argues that the municipalities have the ultimate responsibility to ensure that individuals receive the support and help they need. Points out that an investigation is underway to analyze whether Ivo needs expanded opportunities to intervene in cases of deficiencies in supervision. Read the speech
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    • Means that the government will analyze the Climate Policy Council's report which has just been received. Explains that the council's role is to highlight the potential for improvement and that the government has already taken note of the criticism against the previous government's climate policy. Read the speech
    • Argues that the UN dialogue is an opportunity to focus on improvements. Explains that the preparations were extensive but that the situation was time-pressured, and that it is legitimate to follow up in writing to provide full answers. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is a concern that municipalities and regions make different assessments. Explains that the government is reviewing how a more equal assessment can be ensured and mentions the interpretation service investigation. Read the speech
    • Argues that mobile phone use in Sis-homes makes it possible for criminal networks to control young people and order drugs or weapons. Wants to stop this through the proposed proposition to increase safety within the community's care. Read the speech
    • Argues that the previous investigation was deficient due to previous directives to avoid cost-driving proposals. Wants to build upon the decided Social Services Act with higher ambitions and proposes entry into force on July 1, 2025. Read the speech

47. Sheltered housing rights: KD permit, S lex Tintin, V costs

    Stärkta rättigheter för barn och vuxna i skyddat boende · 14 February 2024

    • Argues that the bill is a long-awaited reform that strengthens safety for those exposed to violence by introducing a permit requirement to guarantee quality and stop welfare crime. Also wants to make children independent rights-holders, limit visitation rights for violent parents and enable the concealment of the child's residential address. Read the speech
    • Argues that the reform is a consistent effort to strengthen rights and protection for children and women. Explains that the funding includes billions of kronor to ensure that the social services can redirect their work. Read the speech
    • Notes that the government will closely follow the implementation of the reform. Argues that the costs in neighboring countries are significantly lower than SKR's calculations and that the reform is required to address quality deficiencies and ensure safety. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working to increase safety and ensure that children's voices are heard in investigations and reforms. Assures that follow-up is part of the government's work to ensure that the intentions of the bill are realized. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is difficult to evaluate the reform before it has come into effect. Explains that children will receive their own assistance decisions for the first time and that municipalities and the Children's Ombudsman shall follow up on the legislation. Read the speech
    • Argues that the current government focuses on children's rights and safety through concrete actions. Criticizes the previous Social Democratic government for failing to take steps forward regarding protected housing. Read the speech
    • Notes that the government is working intensively with investigations to build security for children and young people. Argues that the current work is based on previous announcements and continues the policy that was initiated in the committees. Read the speech

48. Extra support for children in social care: school and safety

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:316 om extra stöd till barn i samhällsvård · 8 February 2024

    • Argues that good school results are an important protective factor for children in the care of society. Explains that the government is implementing initiatives for special education teachers, student health, and school social teams to strengthen cooperation and support the students. Read the speech
    • Argues that children in social care have poorer educational results and need extra support. Wants to strengthen the school as a preventive factor through school social teams, increased investment in student health, and better matching of foster homes. Read the speech
    • Argues that today's child and youth care is functioning poorly and that the government is now taking a unified grip on the entire care chain. Wants to strengthen early preventive work, school social teams, and aftercare through more reinforced foster homes and treatment families. Read the speech
    • Argues that political maturity is required to create long-term security for vulnerable children. Wants to highlight positive examples and emphasizes that the government will have a strong focus on the school as an important prevention factor. Read the speech

49. Gang crime in youth homes: M proposes security and funding

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:302 om gängkriminella på Sis-hem · 16 January 2024

    • Argues that gang crime among young people is very serious. Wants to strengthen security through investigations into searches, possibilities to lock residential rooms, limit mobile phone use as well as through increased funding. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is society's duty to ensure safety within society's care. Wants to strengthen security by preventing contact with criminal networks and weapons, as well as by investing in reinforced family homes and a coherent care chain. Read the speech
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    • Confirms that the situation in Tysslinge is known and creates concern. Argues that it is crucial that children cannot have contact with gang criminals, but should be able to have mobile contact with loved ones. Explains that they are working in a fast-track to be able to lock doors and shut down departments in the event of assaults or riots. Read the speech

50. Sis legal certainty for children: reporting crimes and body searches

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:290 om rättssäkerheten för barn och unga inom Sis · 16 January 2024

    • Argues that security at Sis is an important issue as gang crime affects children and young people. Explains that the government proposes a new confidentiality-breaking provision to facilitate crime reports and is investigating expanded powers for searches and mobile restrictions. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is crucial to strengthen the security and safety for children and young people in society's care. Wants to introduce a new main rule in the secrecy legislation to create an absolute obligation to report crimes. Read the speech
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    • Argues that it is unacceptable that legal certainty for children and young people in the society's care is not upheld. Pushes for the authority to receive the right tools and legislation to ensure safe and secure care. Read the speech

51. LVU cases: child rights, drug-free parents and legal certainty

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:169 om rättssäkerhet och barnperspektiv i LVU-ärenden · 16 January 2024

    • Want to carry out a paradigm shift to strengthen children's rights and the principle of the best interests of the child in LVU. Argues that the government should introduce requirements for science and proven experience in a new social services act. Read the speech
    • Argues that the child's rights should take precedence over the adults' rights and that children should become independent rights-holders through stricter legislation. Wants to introduce an absolute requirement that parents are drug-free before children are reunited as well as carry out a paradigm shift towards early and preventive interventions. Read the speech
    • Argues that legal certainty in child and youth care must be strengthened by reinforcing the role of the profession. Wants to continue discussing how decisions can be moved to the profession and emphasizes the importance of a new Social Services Act based on knowledge and evidence. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the government's ambition is to ensure children's safety and security. Argues that the child as an independent rights-holder constitutes a major paradigm shift to prioritize children's rights over adults'. Read the speech

52. Measures to counter children's links to criminal networks

    Särskild debatt om åtgärder för att motverka barns och ungas kopplingar till kriminella nätverk · 30 November 2023

    • Argues that children's exclusion is a long-term problem that requires complex work. Describes the government's policy shift towards early preventive measures through investments in parenting support, school social teams, and special education teachers. Read the speech
    • Argues that a new Social Services Act is needed to enable systematic preventive work before problems arise. Explains that the government is working on inquiries to improve the secrecy legislation and create conditions for obtaining cooperation from parents. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working intensively to get the legislation in place. Explains that previous limitations regarding costs are now being abandoned in order to implement the government's largest investment in the social services. Read the speech
    • Read the speech
    • Argues that the social services need better conditions and confidence. Wants to free up time and resources through the new Social Services Act by reducing the number of measures that require a needs assessment. Read the speech
    • Argues that a shift in policy is required to focus on early and preventive work. Describes investments of 2.8 billion for preventive work, parenting support, school social teams, and special education teachers. Read the speech
    • Responds that the government's focus lies on a good implementation of the new Social Services Act through dialogue with actors and research. Argues that the work to ensure a common baseline and evidence-based methods in all municipalities will be intensified. Read the speech
    • Argues that the legislation is long-awaited and must be introduced carefully in close cooperation with the municipalities. Emphasizes that current efforts aim to ensure the same opportunities for all children regardless of which municipality they live in. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is important to look beyond political conflicts to handle the major issues. Explains that several investigations are underway to ensure necessary tools as children aged eight to ten are in criminal environments. Read the speech
    • Denies that the government intends to put small children in prison. Argues that the situation requires systematic preventive work by strengthening the school and supporting families, as well as building up a more robust foster home structure. Read the speech
    • Argues that the situation is due to the fact that social services, the police, and schools have long requested better tools. Asks what the Socialdemokraterna did during their eight years in power to influence the situation. Read the speech
    • Argues that the proposals were not finished when the government took office but that they are now being improved and strengthened. Wants to put the political bickering behind them and focus on the government's commitment to preventive work. Welcomes further proposals from the Socialdemokraterna to help children and young people. Read the speech
    • States that there is a mandate for several agencies to report on what a national and equal dropout prevention activity could look like. Asks which additional crime-preventing measures the party wants to see and which of the government's measures they consider effective. Read the speech
    • Criticizes the Social Democrats for not having presented any constructive proposals. Asks the Green Party what specific measures they want to see beyond the government's investment of 2.8 billion kronor. Read the speech
    • Argues that Sweden must become a safer country for children. Wants to stop the recruitment into criminal networks by focusing on children's rights and through the work with lex Lilla hjärtat. Read the speech

53. Searchability of children's reports to increase safety

    Svar på interpellation 2023/24:93 om sökbarhet för anmälningar som gäller barn · 14 November 2023

    • Argues that the social services risk missing children who need support if reports of concern are not searchable. Wants proposals on searchability and deletion to be reviewed in a context to ensure the child's best interests. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working forcefully to strengthen children's safety and that the social welfare committee should have the right conditions. Confirms that the question is how searchability shall be implemented by weighing the child's best interests against privacy. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is important to weigh advantages and disadvantages against each other in the design of searchability for reports of concern. Emphasizes that the investigation and new confidentiality rules are parts of a larger package to protect children. Read the speech
    • Confirms that it needs to be addressed and that the government wants to ensure that no children fall through the cracks. Argues that it is important to be able to request information across municipal boundaries to prevent families from moving to escape the social services' interventions. Read the speech

54. Government budget, crime policy, migration and social investments

    Frågestund · 5 October 2023

    • Argues that it is important that children's rights are strengthened and that they are listened to. Explains that more detentions may be needed during a period in order to protect children from being recruited into criminal networks. Read the speech
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    • Argues that the government's intention is to improve the situation for persons in need of personal assistance. Explains that the goal of the reform is that more children should be entitled to assistance compensation and that Försäkringskassan is evaluating the reform. Read the speech
    • Argues that the nationalization of the assistance reform is an important part in ensuring that people do not fall through the cracks. Responds that the government will analyze the evaluation from Försäkringskassan and come back with any further measures. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the government is taking several measures to improve the working environment and protect social services staff. Argues that both short-term measures and long-term preventive work to build trust are necessary. Read the speech
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    • Considers the situation within HVB care to be very serious. Argues that the regulatory framework should be reviewed and that staff may need extended powers, which the investigation "Children and young people in society's care" among other things examines. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the situation is extremely serious and informs that the government is working towards a national defection operation. Also argues that the new, preventive Social Services Act is in demand and is working to get it through quickly. Read the speech
    • Argues that the situation for persons with disabilities is an important issue for the government. Explains that the government is working broadly to secure various parts, including LSS and personal assistance, as well as investigating state ownership. Read the speech

55. Government vision and budget for persons with disabilities

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:391 om regeringens vision för personer med funktionsnedsättning · 21 September 2023

    • Argues that persons with disabilities should be able to be fully included in society without discrimination. Wants to achieve equality through universal design, individual support, and a state-wide overall responsibility for personal assistance. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government strives for a stable and secure situation for persons with disabilities through increased participation. Explains that they are working on an interpretation service investigation and proposes a uniform point of entry to services via the regions. Read the speech
    • Argues that the budget prioritizes combating inflation and safeguarding welfare through general state grants. Explains that the government is working with digitalization for inclusion, agency mandates, and a much-requested reform for state ownership. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is an important issue that all people feel included and can exercise their democratic rights. Wants to integrate the perspective of disability rights into more policy and social areas to create self-evident participation in society. Read the speech

56. Immigration, AI, and Sami organization meetings in Riksdag

    Frågestund · 14 September 2023

    • Argues that the government prioritizes children's rights through preventive measures. Explains that the serious situation with young children in criminal networks means that more detentions may be needed temporarily. Read the speech
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    • Confirms that social workers are important for preventive work. Argues that the investigation must balance conventions against the need to counter exclusion and shadow societies that affect children. Read the speech
    • Argues that Sis is a priority issue where children and young people should receive the right support. Explains that the government is investing 140 million in a competence boost and is investigating increased authority for the staff. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working with a battery of measures to ensure children's safety. Explains that the new Social Services Act shall enable preventive work and that confidentiality issues need to be addressed so that social services can act in time. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is focusing on a paradigm shift to reduce institutional placements by reviewing the entire youth care chain. Explains that the government has invested 140 million in a skills boost and is investigating improved security as well as visits to Sis-homes. Read the speech

57. Social policy, energy, immigration and children's rights

    Frågestund · 25 May 2023

    • Argues that there is a stable majority for a unified principal. Confirms that this is an important point in the Tidö Agreement and that the referral process is now beginning. Read the speech
    • Argues that there is a stable majority to move the issue forward. Informs that the issue is out for consultation and that the government will present its continued work after the consultation responses. Read the speech
    • Argues that Sweden is in a serious situation where children are being recruited into criminal networks. Explains that the government has a strong focus on safety and is now drafting a new Social Services Act to enable proactive work. Read the speech
    • Means that the 10 million should go to a central function that supports social services broadly. Wants to draft a new Social Services Act that gives social workers new tools. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the situation at Sis is very serious. Argues that the government is now ensuring necessary tools through an inquiry to limit access to mobile phones and computers. Also wants to introduce additional directives for body searches, room searches, and the use of metal detectors. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is implementing measures to enable social workers to meet children and young people to a greater extent. Explains that the new Social Services Act shall reduce administration and enable preventive work. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is now implementing a paradigm shift where the child becomes an independent rights-holder. This means that children's rights must take precedence over adults' rights to ensure that children are not deprived of their future. Read the speech
    • Argues that ensuring children's safety and security is a priority issue. Explains that several investigations are underway to improve the exchange of information between authorities and to strengthen the legislation regarding custody. Read the speech
    • Answers that parents are the most important factor in preventing crime. Argues that the government is investing 400 million in parenting support and is investigating consequences for guardians who do not take their parental responsibility. Read the speech

58. Searchable incident reports and new Social Services Act

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:326 om sökbara orosanmälningar · 22 May 2023

    • Argues that issues regarding child records and disposal should be reviewed in the context of an effective regulatory framework. Informs that the investigation analyzes proposals for searchable reports of concern and that it is too early to state when legislative changes can enter into force. Read the speech
    • Argues that the previous government deprioritized children's rights. Explains that the government now puts children's rights in the driver's seat and emphasizes the importance of the social welfare committee being able to access previous reports of concern. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is now conducting an investigation into a new Social Services Act that previous governments failed to pursue. Criticizes that today's system for reports of concern is not safe or secure and explains that the investigation has been expanded to ensure an effective regulatory framework. Read the speech
    • Argues that the previous investigation was not comprehensive due to cost constraints. Wants to carry out a paradigm shift towards proactive legislation where technical possibilities are used to identify previous reports of concern and informs that the investigation will soon be published. Read the speech

59. Tax cuts for high-income earners vs welfare and housing

    Frågestund · 4 May 2023

    • Confirms that the government's highest priority is to push back gang crime. Argues that the social services will receive better conditions through a new investigation as well as that school social teams and changed confidentiality rules shall prevent young people from being drawn into crime. Read the speech
    • Argues that the situation for families is serious and that the responsibility for high child poverty also falls on previous governments. Explains that the government is investing in an increased housing allowance and an expanded social service to help the most vulnerable families. Read the speech
    • Argues that foster homes are an incredibly valuable contribution but that there are too few of them. Wants to strengthen and expand the foster homes through a budget injection of 100 million, information campaigns and knowledge support to the municipalities. Read the speech
    • Responds that the government is investing in school social teams where teachers, social secretaries, and social pedagogues work side by side. The purpose is to create a safer school environment, counteract gang crime, and prevent children from falling into exclusion. Read the speech

60. Adoptions from Serbia: irregularities and investigation results

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:279 om adoptioner från Serbien · 11 April 2023

    • Underlines that the state must guarantee legal and ethical adoptions where the child's best interests are the focus. Argues that MFoF exercises supervision over adoption organizations and that the government takes irregularities most seriously. Wants to wait for the Adoption Commission's investigation for guidance. Read the speech
    • Underlines that the government takes reports of irregularities very seriously. Explains that MFoF is responsible for the supervision of adoption organizations to ensure that adoptions are carried out in accordance with the law. Read the speech
    • Emphasizes that it is important that adoption processes occur in a legally and ethically justifiable manner. Argues that the government is awaiting the Adoptionskommissionen's investigation to receive guidance on future processes. Read the speech
    • Argues that the child's best interests and rights should always be the starting point in international adoptions. Assures that the government takes issues of irregularities most seriously and will follow the matter closely. Read the speech

61. School quality, work principle and marketization debate

    Frågestund · 30 March 2023

    • Argues that the government has begun a high-priority task of making children independent rights holders in Swedish legislation. Explains that the work is in an early stage and that the government will return to the issue. Read the speech
    • Argues that powerful work is underway to advance children as independent rights holders. Emphasizes that work is being carried out in several areas, including regarding protected housing, and that the government will return to these issues. Read the speech
    • Confirms that children in social care do not receive the support they deserve and that abuse must not occur. Argues that the child's rights need to be clarified in the legislation and that a basis is required to take a collective grip on the care. Read the speech
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    • Argues that LSS and personal assistance is a freedom reform that must be protected. Wants to find ways forward for safer and better working conditions through dialogue with different parties in order to preserve diversity and freedom of choice. Read the speech
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    • Argues that the threats against social services staff are a threat to democracy and the protection of vulnerable children. Explains that the government has taken a collective grip through agency cooperation, counters disinformation, and is investigating legislative proposals for, among other things, guards. Read the speech
    • Confirms that children who accompany parents to protected housing often lack their own decisions and rights. Informs that the government is currently drafting legislation to ensure that children receive their own decisions and that their rights are met. Read the speech
    • Confirms that reports show that the rate of change is too slow. Argues that children are not being listened to and that the Sweden Democrats' proposal for an independent children's ombudsman will be considered. Read the speech

62. Social services quality: science, research and new database

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:195 om kvalitet och utveckling i socialtjänstens verksamhet · 21 March 2023

    • Highlights the government's mandate to Forte to strengthen the knowledge base and the connection between practice and research. Argues that a new Social Services Act should require operations in accordance with science and proven experience. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government's priority is to work with both crime prevention and preventive work for children. Wants the social services to build on the best available knowledge through practice-oriented research and clarify the requirement for science and proven experience in a new Social Services Act. Read the speech
    • Argues that the Social Services Act is a high priority and that the preparatory work must be completed. Proposes a new investigation for a social services data register and emphasizes the need for increased competence within the social worker education. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government is working intensively on coherent legislation for preventive measures. Emphasizes that it is more important to do genuine work that leads to real improvement than to quickly gain cheap points. Read the speech

63. Sis operations: deficiencies, space and investment demands

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:229 om brister inom Sis verksamhet · 14 March 2023

    • Argues that it is concerning that children do not receive the right care and that the municipalities can influence the shortage of places by offering more open placements for treated youths. Wants to follow up that quality initiatives are resumed and strengthen the dialogue with Sis. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is unacceptable for children to wait for care and that quality must be maintained despite recruitment difficulties. Suggests that new forms must be found between state and municipality to meet the needs and avoid children being placed in Sis prematurely. Read the speech
    • Confirms that work is underway to promptly provide more places and that Sis can be flexible when youth are discharged. Argues that premises were needed to differentiate between different needs and that a more unified way of working is required to provide high-quality care. Read the speech
    • Argues that discounted places have not fully achieved the desired effect and that the finances of small municipalities can be negatively affected. Suggests more balanced and location-neutral alternatives to ensure that the entire care chain is managed. Read the speech

64. Preventive measures against organized crime and social services

    (forts.) Svar på interpellation 2022/23:76 om förebyggande åtgärder mot organiserad brottslighet · 14 March 2023

    • Argues that the best crime prevention work is to support parents through preventive measures. Wants to change the Social Services Act to give the social services proactive tools and proposes new confidentiality legislation for cooperation with school, police, and health and medical care. Read the speech
    • Want to invite all parties to work together on the legislation for crime prevention. Argues that the argument that bottleneck fees should be transferred to social services lacks merit. Read the speech

65. Preventive measures against organized crime and social services

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:76 om förebyggande åtgärder mot organiserad brottslighet · 14 March 2023

    • Wants to reform the Social Services Act to enable a preventive perspective and early interventions. Argues that the government strengthens parental responsibility through parenting support, extends subsidies for youth homes and intends to establish a crisis social emergency service. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government's work is guided by the Tidö Agreement where preventive work is a prioritized measure. Criticizes the opposition's lack of credibility as they propose large-scale investments despite not having implemented them while in government. Read the speech

66. Chilean adoptions criminal investigation and legal changes

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:165 om brottsutredningen av chilenska adoptioner · 14 February 2023

    • Answers questions regarding support for affected citizens by explaining that the government has taken measures. Argues that MFoF functions as a national contact point to provide information on investigations and offer professional counseling support to adopted children and adoptive parents. Read the speech
    • Responds that the Adoption Commission shall investigate the need for adoption-specific support and propose aid measures. Argues that the commission shall assist with all available means to ensure legal and ethical adoptions. Read the speech
    • Means that the government takes reports of irregularities very seriously and wants to follow the Adoption Commission's proposal to strengthen the child rights perspective. Explains that Chile's criminal investigation is their own matter, but that Sweden wants to be helpful. Read the speech
    • Argues that the legislation regarding surrogacy and altruistic host motherhood remains stagnant despite a changing world. Emphasizes that the government takes the issue seriously and will follow the Adoptions Commission's proposal carefully in order to help those affected. Read the speech

67. State youth homes: M invests 1.2 billion in preventive work

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:103 om förebyggande arbete på statliga ungdomshem · 14 February 2023

    • Argues that a zero-tolerance policy prevails against sexual abuse and that everyone placed has the right to a safe environment. Explains that Sis has received increased funding for competence development, introduced mandatory basic training, and decided that suspects may not work in close proximity to clients. Read the speech
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    • Confirms that there are structural problems in the treatment chain and argues that better knowledge of neuropsychiatric disabilities and trauma treatment is required. Wants to strengthen preventive work through a national foster home register and increases the resources by 1.2 billion. Read the speech
    • Argues that it is unreasonable that girls and women have higher rates of sexual harassment and perceived insecurity than boys and men. Emphasizes that the government prioritizes preventing sexual assault and that there should be zero tolerance on Sis. Read the speech

68. Foreign policy, healthcare, Natoprocess crisis and EU sanctions

    Frågestund · 2 February 2023

    • Argues that all children have the right to a safe environment. Points out that the Tidö Agreement contains 22 points on crime prevention work and that 1.2 billion SEK is already being invested in these efforts during 2023. Read the speech
    • Means that the aspects the member of parliament raises will be included in the legislation currently being prepared. Also wants to highlight that children's opinions will be taken into account as they are included in the investigation. Read the speech
    • Argues that the focus should be shifted from parents' rights to the children's best interests. Wants to implement the Social Affairs Committee's announcements to strengthen the situation of vulnerable children, among other things by making children independent rights holders. Read the speech
    • Argues that dialogue with organizations and users is important to improve the situation. Wants to develop the existing functional rights delegation and improve working conditions to counter recruitment problems. Read the speech
    • Argues that the children's situation is a priority issue for the government. Proposes closer cooperation between school, social services, and health and medical care to strengthen children in vulnerable situations. Read the speech

69. Social services resources for youth crime: 10m vs 500m SEK

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:105 om resurser till socialtjänsten för att motverka att unga dras in i kriminell verksamhet · 31 January 2023

    • Argues that it is important to strengthen the social services' tools and opportunities for early interventions in order to reduce new recruitment to criminal environments. Explains that the government is investing in a crisis social service, parenting support, and subsidies for placements. Read the speech
    • Clarify that the 10 million shall go to a central support for social services throughout the country. Argues that the government is investing in preventive work and wants to improve the social services' tools through new legislation. Read the speech
    • Argues that the substantial part is to provide the social services with tools and legislation rather than just money. Explains that the work on the Social Services Act has been delayed by previous governments and that a referral to the Council on Legislation is planned for 2024. Read the speech
    • Argues that there is a common interest in saving the next generation from criminal networks. Wants to provide social services and authorities with legislation and tools to work effectively with crime prevention. Read the speech

70. Energy policy, electricity subsidies, and climate policy debate

    Frågestund · 8 December 2022

    • Argues that disinformation is a threat to democracy and children. Wants to invest in preventive work where social services function as a hub and has convened authorities to counter criminal acts. Read the speech
    • Underlines the importance of protecting freedom of expression and freedom of opinion in a democracy. Argues that threats, violence, and harassment should lead to a police report and informs about ongoing investigations to strengthen the protection for social services workers. Read the speech
    • Argues that vulnerable children are a priority in the government's work. Claims that the Tidö Agreement contains clear points for crime prevention and preventive work as well as measures to ensure that the social services are well-equipped. Read the speech
    • Underlines that the social services are an important hub in the work and that no child is born criminal. Argues that the government prioritizes highlighting the social workers' role and allocates resources for crime prevention work, parenting support, and care places. Read the speech
    • Confirms that the reporting is appalling and unacceptable. Argues that children and young people must be able to feel safety and security in society's care and emphasizes that she has already been in contact with Sis to initiate necessary measures. Read the speech
    • Denies that Swedish social services kidnap children and emphasizes the importance of countering disinformation. Argues that social workers must feel safe and plans to present new legislative proposals as well as continue the work with the Social Services Inquiry. Read the speech
    • Argues that continued systematic work based on the Convention on the Rights of the Child is required for children's rights to have an impact in practice. Points out that the previous government's policy has led to parallel societies where children live under difficult conditions. Read the speech
    • Argues that children's safety is a priority issue and that the government intends to take measures. Wants to ensure the safety of children and families by introducing a license. Read the speech

71. State responsibility for personal assistance and accountability

    Svar på interpellation 2022/23:15 om statligt ansvar för personlig assistans · 18 November 2022

    • Argues that the government's objective is a state responsibility for personal assistance. Explains that the government cannot take a position on the organization until the investigation has presented its proposals, in order to ensure long-term, stable conditions and high legal certainty. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government has been engaged in the issue of personal assistance. Explains that it is irresponsible to anticipate the results of the investigation before it is presented on March 1. Read the speech
    • Argues that the government wants to develop personal assistance through a long-term, stable and legally secure regulatory framework. Criticizes today's divided ownership for creating unclear boundaries of responsibility and cost-shifting. Requests patience until the investigation presents its proposals. Read the speech
    • Argues that it takes time to enact legally secure and sustainable laws. Emphasizes that the government safeguards the long-term sustainability and legal certainty of the assistance reform and looks forward to the commission's proposals. Read the speech

Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.