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Carl-Oskar Bohlin (M)
What Carl-Oskar Bohlin 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.
Civil defense: 5 billion SEK for small municipalities' preparedness
- Argues that the government, through new legislation and significant economic injections, strengthens the municipalities' preparedness. Explains that municipalities shall plan for evacuation and accommodation according to national plans and that funds are distributed based on need. Read the speech
- Notes that new legislation and over 5 billion SEK in additional funding provide municipalities with the conditions to meet higher requirements. Argues that economic compensation in the event of extraordinary incidents or population flows must be handled ad hoc as the situation arises. Read the speech
- Argues that the new legislation clarifies the distribution of responsibility for the municipalities' planning and execution of evacuation or housing. Explains that financial compensation in the event of extraordinary occurrences is handled retrospectively, similar to during the pandemic or forest fires. Read the speech
- Argues that the preparatory work aims to increase robustness to meet the demands of war. Explains that the funding is increased by just over 5 billion kronor to meet increased requirements for planning for evacuation and accommodation. Read the speech
Civil service for surveillance to strengthen Sweden's defense
- Argues that the government has made formal decisions to activate civil service within surveillance activities to increase defense capability. Explains that the work on the investigation proposals is ongoing in stages and that training already exists in place within certain operations. Read the speech
- Hopes that a new government mandate can be established before the election. Criticizes the Social Democrats for not having acted for eight years despite recommendations from the Defence Investigation and emphasizes the government's swift work with education. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working twice as fast as the original schedule and that the current situation is due to the fact that the previous government did not address the issue for eight years. Read the speech
- Repeats that he has accounted for the intended timeline and hopes for a decision on the agency mandate before the election. Means that the work is now in its final stages and contrasts the government's prompt action against the previous government's passivity. Read the speech
Government policy on defense, agriculture, environment and education
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- Argues that it is a challenge to grow and that authorities within the total defense must be attractive employers. Explains that the government is working so that more people will want to seek out and build a career within the total defense. Read the speech
- Argues that conflicts of objectives are addressed through coherent planning for civil and total defense. Claims that the reorganization of the department ensures progress and that the capacity in civil defense grows in breadth. Read the speech
- Confirms that the work to build up grain warehouses is already underway. Explains that Jordbruksverket procures and ensures that private actors can contribute with storage that is larger than what is commercially justified. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working to strengthen infrastructure for the needs of the total defense within the framework of an eight-party agreement. Explains that funds are distributed based on the Armed Forces' priorities and that the dialogue with the Defense Preparation Board is ongoing. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue does not concern his area of responsibility. Explains that civil defense is about preparing the country for war and that the appropriations have increased significantly from zero to almost 20 billion kronor. Read the speech
- Claims that the capacity in civil defense has increased every year during the last four years. Argues that new legislation is being introduced to increase the requirements on the municipalities and that funding is being increased for continuity planning. Read the speech
Labor market, economy, environment and security debate
- Argues that a competitive agriculture is a prerequisite for food production at high threat levels. Confirms that regulations must not hinder the competitiveness of agriculture and that the government is working to clear up regulatory complexity. Read the speech
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- Argues that all residents and citizens in Sweden are by definition included in the Swedish preparedness system. Argues that civil society has a very important role but does not agree that it stands outside the preparedness system. Read the speech
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Economy, school, and labor market policy debate in Riksdag
- Argues that the government has strengthened the protection of critical infrastructure by the Coast Guard now being the national contact point for a Finnish initiative. Explains that Sweden has become better at intervening quickly and investigating incidents. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden continues to support Ukraine for as long as required through extensive military, humanitarian, and civil support. Explains that the latest support package includes civil total defense components and protective equipment to strengthen Ukraine's position at the negotiating table. Read the speech
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- Argues that the expectations for the voluntary defense organizations are high and that they perform an indispensable important work. Explains that follow-up is carried out through the Total Defence Analysis Agency, MSB and the Ministry of Defence. Read the speech
Civil defense management: Riksrevisionen report and funding
- Asks why the government at that time did not provide earmarked funds for civil defense despite the deteriorating security situation. Argues that Miljöpartiet should practice self-criticism as nothing was done for civil defense during their term of office. Read the speech
- Notes that almost nothing happened during the eight years leading up to 2022. Asks whether the opposition really intends to continue investing in civil defense or if their current stance is merely a lip service. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has septupled the resources and addressed deficiencies in civil defense inherited from previous governments. Claims that the government is now taking the lead by building up capacity and strengthening governance. Read the speech
Government budget, security and cultural policy debate
- Explains that it is very costly to adapt existing shelters. Argues that the government, through new legislation, makes more protected spaces available that are adapted for accessibility and that everyone must help each other in a crisis situation. Read the speech
- Refers to the fact that Erik Slottner is responsible for digitalization issues. Argues that the government is building up a national cybersecurity and a new cybersecurity center where issues regarding data availability and critical systems are included. Read the speech
- Answers that the government ensures robustness through substantial investments in civil defense. Argues that the budget increases the appropriations from 2.7 to 20 billion kronor to build actual capability and redundancy. Read the speech
- Argues that the government prioritizes restoring and renovating existing shelters. Informs that a bill to make new protected spaces available in large cities exists and that the work with inspections is increasing. Read the speech
- Agrees that civil society plays an important role in the total defense and the general preparedness work. Argues that dialogues with civil society organizations occur at different levels in the Government Offices and at subordinate agencies. Read the speech
- Agrees that it is important to expand the new total defense. Argues that the government already meets the demand by having clarified the mission and introduced new requirements for all preparedness authorities. Read the speech
- Explains that the assignments to the 24 agencies aim to sign agreements with companies to strengthen the Swedish supply preparedness in a wide range of areas. Argues that this shall increase the supply preparedness in more sectors in order to create a more robust society. Read the speech
Rescue service competence and recruitment for civil defense
- Argues that the rescue services are a cornerstone of civil defense and that the municipalities have the primary responsibility for ensuring a supply of competence. Explains that the state is streamlining the training by shortening it and enabling the recognition of previous professional experience. Read the speech
- Welcomes initiatives to broaden the educational offer and wants to shorten and practically orient state education to lower the thresholds for further education. Argues that it is important with contractual solutions that promote recruitment and enable continuing education of staff. Read the speech
- Argues that an emergency service that functions across the entire threat spectrum is an important part of civil defense. Wants the parties to take responsibility for contractual solutions that promote training and an effective emergency service. Read the speech
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Civil defense reconstruction: state vs. municipal responsibility
- Argues that the government has invested historically large funds in civil defense. Explains that municipalities and regions have a crucial role and describes specific investments in rescue services, personnel, and equipment. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities have a responsibility to prioritize their preparedness through political will and own self-governance. Emphasizes that the government is providing historically large funds and that the state and the municipalities must cooperate. Read the speech
- Argues that the state is already a co-financer through agreements and historically high state grants. Emphasizes that municipalities have a municipal self-government to prioritize preparedness through expenditure reductions and that the state is ready to contribute if local politicians prioritize the area. Read the speech
- Argues that the capacity in civil defense is now increasing on a broad front after a period of stagnation. Emphasizes that the government has delivered historical reforms to build up the total defense and that the state supports the municipalities through agreements with SKR. Read the speech
Coast Guard competence supply and resource allocation debate
- Argues that the government strengthens the Coast Guard's operational capability through increased appropriations and resource supplements. Explains that the recruitment base has been expanded through lowered prerequisite requirements and that staff are retained through investments in skills development and career paths. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has increased the Coast Guard's capacity through additional resources and lowered prerequisite requirements. Explains that the supply of competence takes time but continues to increase and is open to investigating any administrative burden. Read the speech
- Wants to meet the trade union to hear their views on administrative burden. Argues that capacity is increased through technical aids and permanent salary increases. Wants to intensify own-situation awareness and cooperation with the Armed Forces while maintaining environmental rescue capacity. Read the speech
- Argues that capability is built through both personnel, ships, and technical aids. Explains that the government is taking measures through adjusted recruitment requirements and training to ensure personnel supply and build capability in the civil and total defense. Read the speech
Crisis preparedness for persons with disabilities in Sweden
- Argues that the government has taken measures to include persons with disabilities in the crisis preparedness through Socialstyrelsen's mandate and increased grants. Explains that MSB follows up on the goal, modernizes shelters and produces adapted advice for persons with special needs. Read the speech
- Argues that crisis preparedness is prioritized in the government's strategy and that MSB follows up on the work. Emphasizes that those who do not need support should take responsibility for themselves so that resources can be allocated to particularly vulnerable groups. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes the issue very seriously and is investing significant resources in civil defense. Informs that authorities have already been tasked with developing an action plan to be delivered on December 1. Read the speech
- Argues that the government will receive additional tools through reporting from government assignments. Emphasizes that the capacity in civil defense has been built up in recent years and that those who are not the most in need must take responsibility for themselves. Read the speech
Civil defense and healthcare funding in national crisis prep
- Argues that healthcare is a central societal function in civil defense. Explains that the government is carrying out a major upgrade with significant funds to the sector and wants to deepen Nordic cooperation within supply readiness and civil preparedness. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is now adding resources to civil defense. Criticizes the previous government for lack of prioritization and emphasizes the importance of dimensioning the operations according to the special requirements of war, such as national security stocks. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is now compensating for previous lack of security policy development by providing funds for robustness-enhancing measures within healthcare. Explains that the state is responsible for robustness and conditions for transition, while the regions are responsible for ordinary healthcare. Read the speech
- Argues that previous governments did not allocate specific funds to civil defense. Claims that the current government is making substantial investments in civil preparedness sectors, which increases capacity in healthcare, food preparedness, and the energy sector. Read the speech
Crime, climate and education: new sentencing and penalties
- Explains that a lack of resources after 2015 led to little development. Argues that the government has now quintupled the funds and taken twice as many capacity-enhancing measures during 2024. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a great consensus in the Nordic region regarding the importance of strengthening Nordic cooperation. Wants to continue reshaping the cooperation for peacetime crisis preparedness to also include civil defense and supply preparedness. Read the speech
Defense, aid, social services and security policy debate
- Argues that the government is making historically large investments in civil defense. Emphasizes that regions and municipalities have a responsibility to prioritize this activity at all levels. Read the speech
- Argues that the capacity in civil defense is growing and that the government has taken many measures. Denies that nothing has happened in the area of supply readiness and explains that the government has initiated fast tracks, pilot projects, and medium-term allocations. Read the speech
- Argues that the new national cybersecurity strategy differs from previous ones by having measurable goals. The strategy shall ensure a high tempo through annual action plans with specific action points until 2029. Read the speech
- Account for the fact that the government is working to establish a new system for supply preparedness. Argues that funds are already being provided for stockpiling, for example within the health and medical care sector, and that the Finnish model is being studied. Read the speech
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- Notes that the development of capabilities in civil defense has proceeded too slowly for a long time. Argues that the development has now been significantly strengthened through more measures and substantial funds, but that the pace needs to be increased further. Read the speech
- Argues that better cooperation between the Nordic countries in border regions is needed. Proposes that the Haga Cooperation should be expanded to also include the Baltics and Poland and be more clearly focused on civil defense. Read the speech
Sweden's digital resilience and data security in crisis
- Argues that the government is carrying out extensive analyses and concrete measures to strengthen society's cybersecurity. Describes historical investments in infrastructure, the transfer of the cybersecurity center to FRA as well as the work on a new national strategy and the EU's NIS 2 directive. Read the speech
- Argues that the work involves scrutinizing vulnerabilities in supply chains and third-party dependencies. Explains that work is underway to physically protect IT operations at government agencies as well as investments for higher robustness and redundancy. Read the speech
- Argues that maintaining digital resilience is a central task for modern civil defense. Explains that the government is making large investments, reshaping the national cybersecurity center for clearer ownership, and implementing the NIS 2 directive. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is implementing the largest investments in cybersecurity in the 2025 budget bill. Explains that the national cybersecurity center is being strengthened and that further answers will be provided in the upcoming national cybersecurity strategy. Read the speech
Skåne E22 snowstorm authority cooperation and budget issues
- Confirms that the authorities' handling of the traffic problems on the E22 was a failure due to a lack of proactivity. Argues that the authorities have a clear responsibility to exercise and train staff to strengthen the ability to act decisively in a crisis. Read the speech
- Confirms that the County Administrative Board has conducted training activities and internalized conclusions from previous snowstorms. Argues that the discussion shows society's expectations for better management and that training improves preparedness for unpredictable events. Read the speech
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Defense planning geographical analysis and critical site needs
- Argues that the government is translating the total defense decision into concrete measures through orientation decisions. Explains that MSB and the Armed Forces have been given a mandate to promote coordinated planning and that MSB and the county administrative boards shall carry out a geographical prioritization for protection measures. Read the speech
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Total Defence 2025-2030: S, M, C plans for defense spending
- Argues that there is a serious situation in Europe and that Sweden needs a total defense that can withstand the pressures of war. Wants to re-establish civil defense through substantial investments in capacity building, particularly within six prioritized sectors. Read the speech
- Argues that civil defense is a distinct area that requires specific investments to withstand extreme threats. Argues that these investments should not be confused with general state subsidies or the ordinary welfare debate. Read the speech
- Argues that an armed attack requires a comprehensive redistribution and reprioritization of society's resources. Explains that the government is working on the reactivation of civil service to secure personnel supply within, among other things, rescue services and electricity supply. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has succeeded in prioritizing internal and external security through a funded defense decision. Claims that the opposition cannot make their calculations work without a readiness tax, in contrast to the current government's strength to prioritize without such a tax. Read the speech
- Criticizes the proposal for a new agency by pointing to previous decisions to abolish the defense tax. Argues that the government's solution to purify the rescue service within MSB is necessary to avoid degradation of competence and organizational risks. Read the speech
- Confirms that the agricultural sector is important for Sweden's functioning under disrupted conditions. Argues that the state can help with investments to increase the self-sufficiency rate and the robustness of the operations. Read the speech
- Argues that safety points are not mandatory for municipalities but that an upcoming report shall clarify the responsibilities. Suggests that municipalities inventory premises and that the state can set clearer requirements to speed up the work. Read the speech
- Argues that the Green Party exaggerates the problem. Explains that the new goals include supply and international humanitarian efforts and that the change aims to clarify the civil defense's dimensioning task. Read the speech
- Explains that the goals have no internal order because they are intimately interconnected. Argues that the goals are clarified to the extent that they constitute the civil defense's most important task. Read the speech
Business sector preparedness and economic defense cooperation
- Answers questions regarding initiatives to strengthen the business sector's preparedness and economic defense. Argues that the government is concentrating efforts for a strong total defense through historical investments, close cooperation with the business sector and the establishment of the business council as well as a national advisor. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is doing a lot to strengthen the security of supply through the civil framework and the economic planning framework. Criticizes that a new agency is not always the solution as it takes too long to build up operational capability. Wants to work within existing structures instead to maintain momentum and rapid capability growth. Read the speech
- Answers the question on economic stability by introducing an economic planning framework for civil defense. Argues that a new agency does not automatically solve the problems and that instead pilot studies and national contact points are used. Read the speech
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Sweden's information and cyber security strategy investments
- Argues that the previous government's cybersecurity strategy was deficient and criticized by the Swedish National Audit Office. Explains that the government is now carrying out the largest investments ever by improving the national cybersecurity center and introducing new legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government's lack of strategy and interest has caused Sweden to fall behind. Explains that the government is now addressing this through a completely new direction and urges the opposition to read the strategy before criticizing it. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the opposition is making assessments of a strategy that has not yet been decided. Argues that it is the Swedish National Audit Office, not himself, that judged the previous strategy. Read the speech
Sweden's information and cybersecurity strategy: M wants 196m SEK
- Argues that cybersecurity is a priority and that a new national strategy with a traceable action plan is under development. Informs about a budget allocation of 196 million kronor as well as that the National Cybersecurity Centre shall be moved to FRA. Read the speech
Tax cuts, welfare, citizenship and state resource management
- Answers that the question lies with the Ministry of Justice. Argues that total defense considerations must be weighed into all decision-making in the current security situation and that internal and external security is a central priority for the government. Read the speech
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- Argues that citizens are expected to act on the information in the brochure in order to be able to cope under disrupted conditions. Explains that this is based on the Swedish total defense obligation and that good home preparedness provides better conditions to take care of oneself. Read the speech
- Confirms that the government will respond to the Defense Committee's invitation to provide information. Argues that authorities have acted quickly regarding the serious situation and that a police investigation into suspected sabotage is ongoing. Read the speech
- Argues that healthcare is a prioritized sector in the civil preparedness. Explains that 2.4 billion kronor are allocated to strengthen robustness and supply preparedness to manage crises and armed attacks. Read the speech
- Argues that a secure water supply is prioritized and that funds are allocated to strengthen the national water catastrophe group. Argues that the responsibility for water issues will likely remain at the municipal level. Read the speech
Government budget, climate policy and wolf management debate
- Confirms that the threats in the cyber domain are real and require a sharper edge in the national work. Argues that the new cybersecurity center under FRA, with significant additional funding, is the solution to previous criticism. Read the speech
- Confirms the member's conclusions and explains that the budget allocates funds for national CERT activities. Argues that a new mapping of the technical cybersecurity capabilities of municipalities and regions is required to raise the general minimum level. Read the speech
- Answers that the government is working on reshaping the national cybersecurity center. Argues that the previous collaboration platform has not functioned satisfactorily and that FRA will receive a clearer management responsibility for better information sharing. Read the speech
- Argues that the authority's actions were not good. Responds that no measures have been taken following the review board's decision. Confirms confidence in the director-general and emphasizes that civil servants should not be made into political punching bags. Read the speech
- Acknowledge the important and central role of the study associations in strengthening knowledge about the Swedish total defense. Hope that more study associations choose to engage in the total defense. Read the speech
Sweden's preparedness against influence campaigns and misinformation
- Confirms that Sweden is in a serious security situation and emphasizes the importance of strengthening preparedness against improper information influence. Argues that the Psychological Defence Agency is central to identifying and countering threats from foreign powers. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is important to distinguish between illegal threats and freedom of speech. Warns that authorities should not act as opinion police or criminalize behaviors that fall within the framework of free opinion formation. Read the speech
- Argues that one must use concepts with precision and that threats must be prosecuted by law enforcement authorities. Criticizes that it goes too far to claim that a parliamentary party commits a crime or is equated with influence actors. Read the speech
Construction crisis, healthcare, economy and national security
- Argues that it is positive that the parties agree on the defense policy. Explains that the funding of the civil defense only concerns upcoming tasks and alternative planning, not the ordinary operations. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government is not opposing a circular economy. Explains that the government's measures to strengthen household finances are broad-based by lowering taxes for low- and middle-income earners to create better purchasing power. Read the speech
- Argues that SOS Alarm is a priority issue for the government. Confirms that extra funds have been added to reach the goal of an average response time of eight seconds. Read the speech
- Argues that the conditions for the rescue services are fundamental to the total defense's capability. Points out that it is the parties in the labor market who are responsible for the working time conditions and that a new agreement has now been concluded. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is not the society Sweden wants. Urges unity across party lines to condemn perpetrators of violence and those who disrupt democratic freedom of expression. Read the speech
- Confirms that the government in the budget aims to focus on strengthening general cybersecurity work in society. Argues that extra money for Cybersäkerhetskollektivet helps municipalities and regions evaluate and strengthen their minimum standard. Read the speech
Civil society support for resilience and crisis preparedness
- Argues that the government has implemented several initiatives to strengthen civil defense and resilience. Emphasizes the importance of civil society's engagement and informs about increased economic allocations to voluntary defense organizations. Read the speech
- Means that the regions have received an additional supplement of 6 billion kronor for their ordinary mandate. Explains that civil defense requires specific investments, such as national trauma care stocks and reserve power, which cannot be accommodated within the ordinary budget. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working forward-looking with fast tracks to protect the civilian population. Emphasizes that the fundamental responsibility for crisis preparedness is municipal and requires accountability as well as priorities. Read the speech
- Argues that future budget allocations are not presented in interpellation debates. Explains that the government's investments prioritize the most pressing matters and that the Defence Committee works independently with MSB's basis. Read the speech
Civil duty and competence in electricity supply for preparedness
- Argues that society is dependent on the business sector's services and that the electricity preparedness act regulates companies' obligations. Explains that the government is working on analyzing the need for civil duty within the electricity supply and coordinating competence supply. Read the speech
- Criticizes the previous government's political direction for having created a more fragile electricity system. Argues that the government has placed civil duty within the electricity supply in a special fast-track to secure personnel supply during high alert. Read the speech
- Argues that the flaws in the electricity system are due to political steering measures rather than blind market trust. Wants to reactivate civil duty to strengthen preparedness and improve basic competence. Perceives the Swedish Union of Electrical Workers' demands as a political campaign. Read the speech
- Argues that the opponent's actions bear the clear hallmarks of a political campaign rather than a matter of substance. Notes that there is consensus on the main features of the issues and hopes for broad political agreement regarding the funding of civil service. Read the speech
Sweden's will to defend: security measures and Home Guard
- Argues that the will to defend is based on the state's responsibility for the civilian population, supply, and care. Describes the government's measures to strengthen the will to defend through information initiatives, changed curricula, and increased appropriations to psychological defense. Read the speech
- Emphasizes the important role of voluntary defense organizations for the defense capability and the will to defend and explains that increased funds have been allocated to meet the increased commitment. Argues that the government's tone in Sälen was about demanding proactivity and faster rebuilding of the total defense. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden's Nato membership is a turning point for the security policy doctrine. Criticizes that the opposing party attempts to discredit statements from the Folk och Försvars conference without presenting any data points. Read the speech
- Argues that the most serious security situation since the end of the Second World War has been established by a unanimous defense preparedness. Emphasizes that vigilance and promptness are required as time is a cost, even though no immediate threat of war exists. Read the speech
Healthcare, defense, migration and social issues debate
- Corrects the member and argues that the government is providing resources through general state grants of 16 billion SEK during 2024. Also explains that specific resource reinforcements are being made for civil defense and supply preparedness. Read the speech
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- Argues that healthcare faces completely different demands in the event of an armed attack. Explains that the government has tasked Socialstyrelsen with procuring a national trauma care stockpile to manage mass casualty incidents. Read the speech
- Argues that the primary responsibility for healthcare rests with the regions. Explains that the state is responsible for providing funds through general state grants, but that the regions have the responsibility for the operations and the right to taxation. Read the speech
- Argues that the type of oil used for ship propulsion does not fall under the Ministry of Defence. However, wants MSB to evaluate the incident and other crises in order to draw conclusions regarding the operational crisis management work. Read the speech
- Argues that the effort has worked because all actors in the system were on their toes. Notes that MSB could quickly provide resources and that the Coast Guard reprioritized to participate in the management. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is taking about eighty measures to strengthen civil defense. Wants the Defense Preparation Board to agree on the need to strengthen total defense and civil defense ahead of the advanced defense decision. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is taking steps to rebuild Sweden's food preparedness. Explains that an investigation with proposals to strengthen the preparedness has recently landed on the responsible minister's desk. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue is being addressed in a defense preparedness report that the government is working on. Confirms that the government's experiences from Ukraine show the need for a more robust repair readiness, which they are now working to address. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is taking a holistic approach to increase cybersecurity through a new ecosystem. Describes that a cyber campus has been inaugurated for skills supply and that work is being done on a new national cybersecurity strategy as well as reinforced incident management. Read the speech
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Sweden's civil defense: investments, food and healthcare
- Argues that a strong civil defense requires the entire society to be involved. Explains that the government has taken measures through new agency structures, investments in municipalities and regions, as well as the establishment of a business council. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has taken extensive measures to strengthen civil defense. Emphasizes investments in civil duty, shelters, trauma care, cybersecurity, and resources for municipalities and regions. Urges the opposition to work for further resource reinforcement. Read the speech
- Explains that the responsibility for civil defense is distributed among different departments and that healthcare as well as telecommunications are indispensable parts of the defense. Concedes that it can be discussed whether reserve power in mobile masts is reasonable. Read the speech
- Argues that food preparedness is an important issue for civil defense that requires significant financial demands. Emphasizes that participation in home preparedness should occur according to ability and that everyone who can take responsibility for their preparedness should do so. Read the speech
Civil defense: municipal responsibility and resource lack
- Argues that the government invests 100 million kronor annually on crisis preparedness and 60 million kronor on the county administrative boards. Explains that the investigation's delay does not affect current legal requirements and that a new bill on the total defense will be submitted in the autumn of 2024. Read the speech
- Corrects the claim that climate adaptation measures would be scrapped and explains that the government allocates half a billion. Argues that the investigation into the responsibilities of municipalities and regions is necessary and that municipal self-government entails a responsibility to prioritize security issues. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing record amounts in general state grants. Explains that civil defense requires tough prioritizations to maintain basic functions and support the military defense during war, rather than maintaining normal welfare. Read the speech
- Means that the government is working to address structural problems by ensuring constitutional preparedness so that no one needs to break the law. Emphasizes that a war organization is about defining which activities should be put on a low-power mode in order to prioritize socially necessary activities. Read the speech
War and crisis preparedness: duty for ages 16-70 and risks
- Argues that resilience begins at the individual level and that home preparedness facilitates for society's actors to help the most vulnerable. Suggests that households plan based on their own needs and circumstances. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is important for individuals with ability to take responsibility for their own preparedness in order to be able to help those who lack ability. Claims that the government is making a historic investment in restoring shelters and activating civil duty. Read the speech
- Argues that the cost of home preparedness is easy to calculate via recommendations on Krisberedskap.se. Emphasizes that everyone who can should take responsibility for their own home preparedness as a basic act of solidarity to make things easier for others. Read the speech
E22 chaos: Responsibility and MSB evaluation for crises
- Notes that the incident on the E22 was a failure due to deficiencies among public actors. Argues that the authorities have the operational responsibility according to the principle of responsibility and that the government follows the evaluation of the incident. Read the speech
- Argues that the Minister for Infrastructure answers questions within their area of responsibility. Describes the incident as a capital failure and explains that the government governs agencies through directives rather than operationally. Wants to introduce a different leadership culture and suggests that MSB should conduct a comprehensive evaluation of several crises to improve operational management. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is a misconception that the Minister for Infrastructure would have an operational role during crises. Explains that the government is ultimately responsible for the country's development over time and that the Swedish administrative model is based on this. Read the speech
Fireworks measures: local restrictions vs. EU directive
- Argues that the government cannot ban fireworks that are approved for the EU market due to the pyrotechnics directive. Explains that Sweden can, however, impose restrictions through the Public Order Act and local regulations. Read the speech
- Means that the government does not intend to introduce a total ban on fireworks. Explains that the current arrangement is a balance between safety, animal welfare and tradition, and that local restrictions are possible through municipal public order regulations. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue is about personal values rather than being a block-defining issue. Argues that the current order is a well-balanced balance between different interests and that the government considers the situation to be relatively well-balanced. Read the speech
- Argues that non-purposeful behavior with fireworks cannot be tolerated and should be prosecuted with the full force of society. Claims that general bans are a blunt tool for a small group that already acts outside the framework of the law. Read the speech
Nuclear power for energy supply and society's resilience
- Argues that a robust energy supply is a fundamental prerequisite for a secure society and the total defense. Emphasizes that nuclear power is crucial for a secure electricity supply, security of supply, and for reaching net-zero emissions by 2045. Read the speech
- Argues that planned electricity production is necessary to maintain society's basic functions. Denies that the government would shut down nuclear power during high alert and suggests that the legislation be adapted to enable the use of nuclear power even in a deteriorated security situation. Read the speech
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- Argues that nuclear power is necessary for a functioning electricity supply and green transition since hydropower is not sufficient in southern Sweden. Criticizes phasing out nuclear power for security policy reasons and proposes instead to build more nuclear power. Read the speech
Housing, infrastructure, defense and foreign policy debate
- Encourages decision-makers to visit Ukraine so that the conflict is not forgotten. Argues that Sweden must continue to support Ukraine and strengthen the robustness of Swedish society through investments in civil and military defense. Read the speech
- Means that every Swede must take responsibility for their own home preparedness. The individual responsibility is to prepare oneself to be able to help in the total defense effort if it should be required. Read the speech
- Argues that the oil disaster in Blekinge is terrible. Responds that the compensation issues in large part will be resolved and that there is a possibility for compensation from MSB. Read the speech
Sweden's cyber defense: new national strategy and leadership
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- Notes that the previous government's cybersecurity strategy has received a lot of criticism from the Swedish National Audit Office. Argues that the government is now working on a new, anchored strategy and improved coordination to meet the serious security situation. Read the speech
- Means that the work on the new strategy began as soon as the government took office. Wants a useful strategy with a clear action plan that can be updated and emphasizes the importance of public-private cooperation. Wants to give the National Cybersecurity Centre clearer leadership. Read the speech
- Argues that the current cybersecurity strategy has been condemned by the Swedish National Audit Office. Explains that the government is working as quickly as possible on a new strategy and emphasizes that every agency and organization has a fundamental responsibility for its own cybersecurity work. Read the speech
Gotland civil defense funding and state responsibility debate
- Argues that Gotland is strategically important for Sweden's defense. Proposes that the contributions to the municipalities' and regions' crisis preparedness should increase by 100 million kronor annually from 2024. Read the speech
- Criticizes the rhetoric regarding differences in ambition levels since the Social Democrats' budget motion is identical to the government's. Argues that the state has a financing responsibility but that municipalities and regions also have an extensive responsibility. Read the speech
- Argues that Gotland cannot bear the responsibility alone and that the government is taking measures for reserve port and power supply. Points out that the conditions of responsibility are unclear and is prepared to discuss earmarked state grants for civil defense. Read the speech
- Argues that the defense of Gotland is a matter for all of Sweden. Emphasizes that mainland Sweden shall contribute through robustness and supply, and proposes an investigation into the municipal and regional responsibility for peacetime preparedness. Read the speech
Gang violence, agriculture, healthcare and cybersecurity
- Clarify that the funds for civil defense are increasing significantly in the budget bill. Argues that the appropriation to the Agency for Psychological Defence is increasing to assist organizations and authorities against disinformation and influence campaigns. Read the speech
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- Answers that the capacity in civil defense is often where the public meets the citizen. Argues that the government in the budget bill for 2024 strengthens the municipalities' work with civil defense through a targeted resource increase of 150 million kronor. Read the speech
- Argues that the savings on MSB's grant are small and that the mandate remains. Points out that the resources for the municipalities' climate adaptation measures actually increase in the budget bill for 2024. Read the speech
- Argues that one should not confuse the investigation's conclusions with future decisions regarding emergency airports. Explains that in the budget bill for 2024, the government is investing in ensuring that more airports receive status as emergency airports. Read the speech
- Confirms that Sweden is exposed to vulnerabilities in the digital infrastructure due to a lack of prioritization. Argues that the government is taking decisive action by investing additional funds in MSB's work and establishing a cyber campus. Read the speech
Establishment jobs, integration, climate and civil defense
- Argues that the experiences from Ukraine show that Sweden must understand the proximity of war. Emphasizes that all actors must work where they stand and that the government is allocating over one billion kronor to civil defense. Read the speech
- Argues that civil defense is about building a society without weak links. Emphasizes the importance of creating a broader robustness across the board and restoring total defense planning in Sweden. Read the speech
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- Answers that there are many lessons to be drawn from Finland regarding supply preparedness. Means that the investigation's conclusions will soon propose mechanisms and functions for this work. Read the speech
- Confirms that the protection of cultural heritage is an indispensable part of civil defense. Argues that the government has given the Swedish National Heritage Board a mandate in the area and is continuing to work on issues including, among others, removal. Read the speech
- Responds that a structural reform for civil defense has been implemented where authorities have clear mandates to work with preparedness. Argues that all activities linked to civil defense should be considered and that deficiencies will be followed up with force. Read the speech
State support for municipal rescue services and responsibility
- Argues that it is the municipalities' responsibility to plan and organize rescue services. Explains that the state supports the municipalities through legislative changes, allocated funds for management functions and reinforcement resources via MSB. Read the speech
- Criticizes the lack of objectivity in the debate and denies the claim that the government is not investing in civil defense. Argues that the rescue service is a municipal responsibility where the municipalities must prioritize and that the government is preparing a basis to strengthen the capacity. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the interpellor describes a fictitious situation regarding grants for civil defense. Argues that rescue services are a fundamental municipal function where the state is responsible for resources during extraordinary events. Wants to increase capacity broadly in the municipal rescue service. Read the speech
- Argues that the fundamental responsibility for the rescue services is municipal and that decisions regarding individual fire stations are a matter of political prioritization. Emphasizes that the government instead invests broadly in strengthening the overall capability of the civil defense. Read the speech
Transport of dangerous goods and lithium-ion battery safety
- Notes that there is legislation and that responsible authorities have been tasked with conducting supervision over the transport of dangerous goods. Argues that MSB takes measures through information and that the issue continues to be followed. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue should be taken seriously and that MSB is already working with education and information. Wants to continue the dialogue with the police and the Norwegian counterpart to handle increasing transports of used batteries. Read the speech
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Government economic policy, inflation, welfare and energy
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- Argues that the information security work must be taken seriously given the security policy situation. Explains that the authorities' assessments are based on the security protection act and that one needs to be more forward-looking in the matter. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes cybersecurity in the civil sector seriously and has increased the appropriations to MSB's CERT. Proposes a better connection between academia, the business sector, and public actors. Read the speech
- Argues that the business sector's role in the total defense is fundamental for Sweden's supply preparedness. Wants to involve the business sector in the total defense in a clearer and more offensive way through the cross-sectoral business council. Read the speech
- Argues that cash is part of the preparedness and can function as redundant handling. However, argues that cash is not a complete solution and that the focus must lie on building robust and secure digital systems. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has a forward-looking plan for healthcare preparedness. Explains that large sums are being invested in the budget and recently presented 0.5 billion to a state security stock of trauma care equipment. Read the speech
Foreign policy, healthcare, Natoprocess crisis and EU sanctions
- Argues that substantial investments in civil defense are fundamental for a resilient society. Explains that the government is investing almost one billion extra in the 2023 budget and will continue the work. Read the speech
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- Confirms that Sweden is in a difficult security policy situation where foreign actors are conducting serious influence campaigns. Argues that the government will present a renewed and deepened mandate for the agency to counter this. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is taking the first steps to reactivate civil duty within municipal rescue services. This is being done to strengthen personnel supply and enable additional training for war situations. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden needs to strengthen its preparedness in a wide range of areas. Emphasizes that civil preparedness begins with personal preparedness, which includes mental preparedness to be able to function outside of normal conditions. Read the speech
Budget priorities: tax cuts, defense and social issues
- Means that civil defense encompasses the entire society functioning during high alert or war. Explains that the government is investing an additional billion on measures to prevent crises, including those affected by the climate. Read the speech
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- Confirms that Sweden still has some way to go when it comes to shelters. Argues that the government will continue to work on ensuring that the places are available and will return with proposals to increase the capacity. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a gap in the current expansion of air-raid shelters as none have been built since 2002. Wants to investigate the issue in a serious manner and return with proposals to adapt to the new era. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is preparing the conclusions delivered by MSB. Claims that the budget contains a historic investment in civil defense by almost doubling the rate from 2020 and promises more proposals in the area. Read the speech
- Want to deepen the cooperation with Finland to learn from their model for civil defense. Argues that Finland is an example by viewing the issues as a whole linked to supply readiness and supply chains. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to view civil preparedness as a whole. Wants to proceed with preparedness measures to build a strong robustness in civil defense. Read the speech
- Answers that the government is actively working on the issue of civil service. Argues that the introduction can take place in several steps, where one first activates civil service for persons with specific competence before expanding it more broadly. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.