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Hanna Westerén (S)
What Hanna Westerén 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.
Security-sensitive facilities and protection against illegal labor
- Questions whether the government has a unified national overview and a clear risk assessment regarding unauthorized or uncontrolled labor in security-sensitive operations. Argues that it is necessary to know the extent of the problem in order to be able to assess whether the measures are sufficient. Read the speech
- Argues that crime in the labor market and unregistered labor in security-sensitive activities is a systemic threat. Requests a unified national situation report and asks if further measures are needed to follow up on the security threat from uncontrolled labor. Read the speech
- Argues that the protection of critical societal activities is crucial for the functionality of society. Asks if additional measures are needed to secure operations and whether illegal labor and labor-related crime are considered security threats. Read the speech
Civil defense: 5 billion SEK for small municipalities' preparedness
- Argues that the municipalities are crucial for civil defense but requests clear statements on who bears the financial risk in the event of large-scale population displacements. Asks if the government is prepared to ensure cost coverage for municipalities that take on a large national responsibility. Read the speech
- Argues that small municipalities are concerned about the responsibility and request clarity regarding the state's shared responsibility. Requests a clearer statement than ad hoc decisions on how the state takes responsibility for costs in the case of national decisions. Read the speech
- Argues that municipalities need more than just statutory planning directions. Wants the government to clarify that small municipalities are not left alone with the costs when they perform tasks for the total defense. Read the speech
Civil service for surveillance to strengthen Sweden's defense
- Argues that the need for surveillance during war is great and that the activation of civil duty is positive. However, criticizes that a finished model, mission structure, and timeline for implementation are lacking. Asks when the government intends to take the next concrete step. Read the speech
- Argues that it is positive that the civil duty has been activated. Criticizes that one is still in an investigative stage and asks what concrete steps the government is taking to move from preparation to implementation. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus must lie on implementation, education, and planning rather than history. Requests concrete information regarding the next milestone and the time for implementation of the surveillance activities. Read the speech
Government policy on defense, agriculture, environment and education
- Asks the Minister what concrete measures are being taken to ensure that the personnel supply within the total defense leads to more employees. Argues that agencies risk competing for the same competence or losing personnel instead of building new capability. Read the speech
State grants for cooperative development and regulation removal
- Criticizes that the government is abolishing a functioning and cost-effective support for cooperative development without presenting alternatives. Argues that the decision weakens local capacity and risks reducing entrepreneurship in rural areas where the market is insufficient. Read the speech
- Argues that the removal of the support has concrete consequences for local communities as advice and expertise disappear. Asks which specific structure will replace the cooperative development support since general programs are not sufficient. Read the speech
Civil defense: SD, S, and MP debate state responsibility
- Argues that civil defense has been neglected and that the protection of the civilian population is a national task. Criticizes that the state places responsibility on municipalities without sufficient funding and demands a clearer state responsibility for resources and equal protection. Read the speech
National Audit Office report on maritime accident rescue
- Argues that the government fails in political governance and has not ensured necessary structures for environmental rescue. Emphasizes that the Coast Guard delivers quality but needs a government that takes responsibility for planning, cooperation, and capability. Read the speech
Civil defense management: Riksrevisionen report and funding
- Criticizes that the work on civil defense has proceeded too slowly and that the distribution of responsibilities has been unclear. Argues that the state must take stronger leadership, introduce a multi-year funding model and establish a new agency for protection against accidents. Read the speech
- Argues that municipalities and regions need more leadership, support, and resources to be able to deliver on their mandate. Expresses concern that the civil defense is not being strengthened sufficiently by only urging citizens and municipalities to step up. Read the speech
- Argues that the state must exercise stronger leadership and governance to support municipalities and regions. Emphasizes that civil defense requires more resources and that the state must act as a guarantor so that healthcare can be delivered in times of war. Read the speech
Armed Forces sustainable fuels demand and readiness impact
- Argues that Sweden cannot afford to forgo the opportunity to become more self-sufficient in sustainable fuels. Wants to promote domestic production to strengthen the total defense, reduce vulnerability and create jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the policy must provide a clearer steering signal regarding the demand for and procurement of domestically produced sustainable fuels. This is needed to strengthen the total defense and the supply readiness as existing resources are limited. Read the speech
- Appeals for jointly taking advantage of the opportunity to use domestically produced and sustainable fuels. Argues that this reduces vulnerability, strengthens supply readiness and makes Sweden more robust. Read the speech
Electricity prices, housing, crime and migration policy
- Argues that the prices for freight and passengers in Gotlandstrafiken have increased significantly. Asks when the people of Gotland will be able to travel at more reasonable prices. Read the speech
Herring and sprat stocks in the Baltic Sea and fishing quotas
- Argues that the proposed legislation would make it more difficult for the Gotlandic subsistence fishing and threaten its cultural-historical values. Wants to preserve the lively subsistence fishing on Gotland as it does not threaten the stocks but contributes to food security. Read the speech
- Argues that small-scale coastal fishing needs special measures to survive due to tough competition and pressured seas. Pleads that the contribution of Gotlandic subsistence fishers to food supply and sustainable stocks should be considered when deciding on a new fisheries act. Read the speech
ICLD future and aid budget distribution for healthcare and Ukraine
- Criticizes the government's decision to phase out ICLD and asks what will replace the organization. Argues that ICLD is a well-developed model for democracy assistance at the local level that is crucial for, among other things, Ukraine's future. Read the speech
- Questions about whether ICLD has been ineffective and questions the government's decision to phase out the operations. Argues that ICLD converts resources into concrete results and strengthens democracy and resilience. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government is not making specific efforts for state jobs and asks what is new when ICLD's core funding disappears. Argues that local democracy is the basis for functioning societies and that ICLD should be allowed to remain. Read the speech
Critical raw materials and green industrial transition in Sweden
- Criticizes that the government does not provide sufficient support to the cement producer on Gotland. Wants Sweden to take the lead in the industry's transition to secure jobs, reduce emissions, and secure critical raw materials. Asks how the government intends to support the cement industry's transition in other ways than through the specific project. Read the speech
- Asks how the government intends to promote the transition of Swedish industry and expresses concern that the cement industry and jobs could disappear if the state does not join forces with the industry. Argues that CCS technology is an important opportunity that should not be ignored. Read the speech
- Argues that the cement industry on Gotland is important for Sweden's needs and wants the industry to be given the conditions to transition. Criticizes that the government only presents theories instead of concrete ways forward to secure production. Read the speech
Gotlandstrafiken price increases and KD price cap demands
- Criticizes the answer as non-committal and argues that the unacceptable prices for residents of Gotland harm the island's growth. Asks for an answer as to why the prices are so high and demands radical measures to facilitate things for households. Read the speech
- Expresses some concern over the government's decision on an in-depth analysis. Argues that the high prices and the dynamic pricing are unacceptable, create uncertainty and limit Gotlanders' mobility. Read the speech
- Argues that the high prices in the ferry traffic threaten growth on Gotland and that the state must take greater responsibility. Asks whether Gotland should be classified as national infrastructure instead of unprofitable public transport. Read the speech
Civil defense reconstruction: state vs. municipal responsibility
- Asks how municipalities and regions can meet higher ambitions when they are under heavy pressure and resources are limited. Argues that the state must take an active role as an enabler and co-financer through long-term and predictable support. Read the speech
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- Argues that the state must take an active role as an enabler and co-financer. Wants the state to offer long-term and predictable support, such as targeted investment grants and value-secured state grants, so that municipalities and regions can meet their future commitments. Read the speech
Coast Guard competence supply and resource allocation debate
- Asks when the desired increase in capacity is judged to be in place. Asks about the balance between administrative tasks and time on ships, as well as about resources and the schedule for environmental monitoring and other tasks. Read the speech
- Argues that the Coast Guard must be able to handle both disturbances in underwater infrastructure and environmental monitoring simultaneously. Expresses concern that environmental monitoring is being deprioritized and questions how large the actual increase in capability is. Read the speech
- Argues that the current number of employees is insufficient to man the technically advanced ships. Wants that environmental monitoring must not be deprioritized in relation to the maritime situational awareness and that a reasonable balance in the mission profile must be maintained. Read the speech
Swedish preparedness stores and food security vs Finland
- Argues that civil and military preparedness must cooperate to guarantee the food supply. Expresses concern that Sweden is behind Finland in the timeline for preparedness stores and asks what is meant by that consumers should be able to reach the stores. Read the speech
- Questions about whether Sweden can accelerate the development of preparedness stores to reach the goals faster compared to Finland. Argues that the state must take greater responsibility for the population's safety and that civil preparedness must go hand in hand with military preparedness. Read the speech
- Argues that civil and military defense must go hand in hand and criticizes that resources and mandates for civil defense are insufficient. Asks for a forecast for the preparedness stores compared to Finland and emphasizes the importance of availability. Read the speech
Civil defense and healthcare funding in national crisis prep
- Argues that the consistent underfunding of healthcare constitutes a security risk and makes Sweden more vulnerable. Criticizes that the upgrading of civil defense does not align with the military and questions the possibility of building a war hospital on Gotland. Read the speech
- Argues that the underfunding of healthcare in peacetime jeopardizes the total defense and creates concern for crisis preparedness. Criticizes that the reconstruction of the military defense is proceeding significantly faster than for the civil defense and healthcare. Read the speech
Right-wing extremist infiltration of Armed Forces and Home Guard
- Expresses concern over the increasing activity of far-right organizations that pose a threat to democracy. Argues that the risk of infiltration of the Armed Forces and the Home Guard must not be underestimated and asks what can be done to counter the growth. Read the speech
- Argues that the security situation has intensified and that far-right organizations are thriving in Sweden. Asks for examples of how the work can be intensified to keep violence-promoting organizations away from the defense of Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that the risk of infiltration of the Armed Forces and the Home Guard exists because far-right organizations are growing in number and activity. Emphasizes the importance of keeping the defense free from harmful elements that threaten democracy and security. Read the speech
Audit requirements and crime in the workplace: M and S debate
- Criticizes that the government's work against crime in the labor market is not impressive and that the increase of the ceiling for the rut- and rotsystem is irresponsible without sufficient measures against fraud. Asks how the government intends to combat the crime when parts of the reforms risk feeding it. Read the speech
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- Criticizes that the government did not plug the holes in the rut and rot system before the ceiling was raised. Argues that the government handles the fight against crime in the working life carelessly and that their attitude is deeply irresponsible. Read the speech
Swedish airports: KD supports aviation tax abolition
- Expresses concern that the decommissioning of Bromma Airport extends the travel time to Gotland and risks raising ticket prices. Asks the minister how well equipped Arlanda Airport is for the increased traffic. Read the speech
- Argues that there is an urgency for measures because Arlanda risks losing attractiveness if Gotland becomes inaccessible. Asks what the plan is for Bromma Airport after New Year and whether it will remain for domestic traffic. Read the speech
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Gotland air traffic: S demands state responsibility for flights
- Argues that the state should take overall responsibility for necessary infrastructure to Gotland. Proposes that the government introduces a dormant traffic obligation that can be activated during isolation and criticizes that healthcare is currently forced to make do with what they have. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government requires Sweden's minimum healthcare provider to arrange its own flights on short notice. Argues that it is unreasonable to hope for luck and demands that the state secures basic infrastructure for life-saving transports. Read the speech
- Argues that the transport supply to Gotland has decreased following the merger of airports with short notice. Wants the government to take responsibility for resolving the situation so that the region does not have to "juggle with its knees". Read the speech
Tax on sexual services: debate on tax exemption for victims
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- Argues that prostitution is an example of violence against women by men. Criticizes the government for not considering the cancellation or reduction of tax debts for women who leave prostitution in order not to undermine exit programs. Wants the government to at least consider tax relief as a first step. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government does not consider the cancellation or reduction of tax debts for women in prostitution. Argues that it is unreasonable and weak to miss an opportunity to alleviate vulnerability for these individuals. Read the speech
Swedish tonnage tax rules and shipping competitiveness updates
- Argues that the attractiveness and competitiveness of Swedish shipping need to be strengthened to increase the number of Swedish-flagged vessels. Asks how the government will increase attractiveness beyond the removal of the stamp duty and seeks an update of the tonnage tax rules. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is too cautious and lacks a clear sense of direction. Asks for a clear indication of the government's plans to update or revise the tonnage tax. Read the speech
- Questions about a change in the tonnage tax are to wait and when it will come. Means that the answers regarding the update are fluid and that the current rules are not sufficiently favorable. Read the speech
Tax expenditures 2024: growth vs. wealth gap and redistribution
- Criticizes the government's policy for starving the welfare system and increasing inequalities through tax cuts and raised ceilings for rot and rut. Proposes instead a bank tax, extra child benefit, and state investment support for rental housing. Read the speech
- Argues that increasing inequalities are harmful and tear the country apart. Asks for the government's answer to families with children who would have benefited from an extra child allowance. Read the speech
- Proposes an investment subsidy for more rental housing to solve the construction crisis. Argues that tax expenditures should be redistributed to reduce inequality and criticizes the expansion of ROT as it risks increasing undeclared work. Read the speech
Rotavdrag costs and effects based on National Audit Office
- Criticizes that the government wants to continue with the renovation deduction despite the housing crisis and economic challenges. Argues that the deduction does not help the hardest hit households and proposes instead an increased child allowance. Read the speech
- Argues that the roof deduction primarily benefits the 10 percent of households with the highest incomes. Criticizes the government's lack of measures against increasing undeclared work and crime in the labor market, which is considered to threaten serious companies and the welfare. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's proposal to raise the ceiling for the rotavdrag as it promotes undeclared work, benefits high-income earners, and neglects the Swedish National Audit Office's recommendations. Proposes instead a reformed rotavdrag with a higher subsidy rate for energy-efficient measures to increase fairness and climate benefit. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's decision to offer more rotavdrag as it does not solve the construction crisis or the housing shortage. Argues that the resources should instead be used for welfare and housing, and considers the current deduction to be a waste of money. Read the speech
- Argues that investment support for multi-family housing creates employment. Proposes that the rot deduction should be reformed into a climate-rot focusing on energy efficiency to create future jobs and lower household expenses. Read the speech
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- Argues that an increase in the subsidy rate and the ceiling of the rotavdrag is irresponsible policy that worsens income distribution. Suggests that the rotavdrag should be redesigned to reduce emissions and energy-efficientize homes. Read the speech
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- Argues that crime in the working life and tax evasion in the construction industry is a huge problem that drains the welfare. Asks how it cannot be seen as a problem and calls for measures against undeclared work. Read the speech
Temporary roof deduction ceiling increase for renovation
- Argues that it is irresponsible to raise the ceiling for the tax deduction for repairs when welfare needs resources. Criticizes that the reform benefits well-off households and proposes a reformed tax deduction that prioritizes energy efficiency. Read the speech
- Argues that the welfare system is bleeding and the housing shortage is glaring. Criticizes that the government chooses to raise the ceiling for the rotavdrag (deduction for home improvements) instead of investing in energy efficiency, new production, or alleviating the suffering in the welfare system. Asks what the raised ceiling actually achieves. Read the speech
- Criticizes the description of environmental measures and argues that energy efficiency is beneficial for the state treasury. Asks why the government does not take measures against crime in the workplace at the same time as the ceiling for the rotavdrag is raised. Read the speech
Tax procedures, population registration and Ukrainian refugees
- Proposes approval of reservation 13. Argues that tax evasion and crime in the working life are system-threatening and require powerful countermeasures as well as increased appropriations to the authorities. Wants to introduce an exit tax and a temporary tax on the banks' excess profits in order to distribute the burdens fairly. Read the speech
Future-proofing state-owned companies and rural jobs
- Criticizes the government's loyal answers regarding measures at warnings and argues that cuts on Gotland hit completely differently than in Stockholm. Argues that the government has tools to protect rural areas but chooses not to use them. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should show concern for the development of rural areas and compensate for disappearing jobs. Criticizes that the Finance Minister refers to the Companies Act instead of protecting jobs and securing Svenska Spel's headquarters on Gotland. Read the speech
- Expresses disappointment over the lack of compensation or greater consideration for the different conditions of rural areas. Argues that the government has an enormous responsibility to hold the country together and criticizes the government's response as poor. Read the speech
School cuts and resource allocation: L and S debate funding
- Criticizes that the government is jeopardizing the school system by forcing municipalities to their knees. Argues that the cost crisis threatens the school's ability to offer opportunities for everyone and challenges attractive working conditions for teachers. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a serious cost crisis in Swedish schools. Criticizes that the government is not providing new announcements and considers it unreasonable that the municipalities are expected to take full responsibility. Read the speech
Economic situation in regions and municipalities 2025-2026
- Argues that the economic situation in municipalities and regions is critical and that the government's announced 6 billion is deeply insufficient. Asks how the government intends to ensure an equal welfare when resources are insufficient. Read the speech
- Argues that the Sweden Democrats are running the government from the backseat and that they cannot be held accountable. Points out that the cost crisis has escalated since the minister's previous statement and asks if 6 billion is considered sufficient. Read the speech
Gotland ferry price compensation: KD support vs S criticism
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- Argues that a smoother and more transparent model for the compensation should have been used. Criticizes the high price increases that threaten Gotland's growth and asks how the minister intends to protect the island's attractiveness moving forward. Read the speech
- Welcomes the extension of the compensation. However, criticizes that the model is not sufficiently well-thought-out and demands more long-term conditions for Gotlandstrafiken instead of one-off measures. Read the speech
Swedish flag in Gotlandstrafiken procurement and EU rules
- Argues that the Gotland transport link is a lifeline that must be secured against the deteriorated security situation. Wants special reasons to be invoked to close security gaps and guarantee safe transports. Read the speech
- Argues that it is not enough to consider the security policy situation and demands that the state invokes special reasons to secure sea transport to Gotland. Criticizes that a security gap is left open despite other measures being taken. Read the speech
Government management of healthcare, economy, energy and environment
- Argues that Sweden is in a deep economic crisis where over-indebtedness and economic inequality hit women hard. Asks what the Finance Minister intends to do to counteract the crisis increasing economic inequality. Read the speech
Energy efficiency deduction: M wants higher ceiling, S wants lower
- Argues that the Swedish National Audit Office considers the rotavdrag (payroll deduction) to be inefficiently designed. Wants the government to lower the deduction limit to combat crime in the workplace and argues that a higher ceiling is irresponsible as it increases inequalities and risks welfare. Read the speech
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Taxation of prostitution income and measures against trafficking
- Argues that it is unreasonable that persons subjected to prostitution are forced to pay tax debts. Asks when a changed legislation that reduces the economic vulnerability for these persons can be expected to occur. Read the speech
- Argues that prostitution is an oppression that should be combated, not a job. Wants to strengthen inter-agency cooperation to track sex purchases and asks if the mandate can be expanded to increase the pressure on those who abuse other people's bodies. Read the speech
- Argues that prostitution is a widespread problem occurring everywhere. Wants the support for persons who wish to leave prostitution to be improved promptly and that the economic boundaries be simplified. Read the speech
Gotland energy connection timeline: KD, S and M debate 2031
- Argues that the goal for a new energy connection to Gotland has long been 2030. Emphasizes that the connection was needed immediately for security reasons, for security of supply, and to secure jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that it matters whether the goal is reached in 2030 or 2031 in order to secure Swedish jobs and supply capacity. Asks why it is not possible to further accelerate the energy connection to reach the 2030 goal. Read the speech
- Argues that Gotland needs a secure energy connection by 2030 at the latest to secure jobs and the industry's transition. Wants the Minister for Energy and Industry to use their power to accelerate and change the timeline. Read the speech
Civil defense: municipal responsibility and resource lack
- Argues that the government must take clear responsibility for the expansion of total defense and preparedness throughout the country. Asks how the Minister for Civil Defence intends to support regions where the buildup of preparedness is most urgent, especially considering Gotland's special circumstances. Read the speech
- Argues that words must be followed by action to improve civil defense. Criticizes that the state budget for 2024 lacks sufficient resources for healthcare and demands that the government promptly reports how the increase in capacity shall be financed. Read the speech
War and crisis preparedness: duty for ages 16-70 and risks
- Argues that the government is not taking sufficient responsibility for the common preparedness. Criticizes that households and regions are left to build up capacity according to their own ability, which disadvantages those with fewer resources. Read the speech
- Argues that it is a sign of poverty that Sweden does not offer more cohesion. Criticizes that the government does not take the shared responsibility for the buildup of preparedness more seriously and that it is dangerous to place the responsibility on the individual. Read the speech
Healthcare funding crisis: S proposes bank tax, KD cites deficits
- Argues that equal healthcare is being jeopardized by underfunding and criticizes that the regions are expected to upgrade civil defense despite large deficits. Asks the Minister about the assessment of the municipalities' and regions' capacity. Read the speech
Healthcare financing: state vs region responsibility and budget
- Argues that Gotland's healthcare is structurally underfunded and that the current deficit is unsustainable. Asks the government what will be removed from healthcare when the regions are forced to save due to a lack of state support. Read the speech
Taxation of income from sexual services and prostitution
- Criticizes that the Swedish Tax Agency allocates resources to taxing income from prostitution. Argues that tax debts reduce the incentives to leave prostitution and risk making exit measures weak or obsolete. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is urgent to stop a state authority from collecting funds from prostitution. Criticizes that the taxation cements women's vulnerability and makes it harder for them to leave prostitution. Read the speech
State presence in Härnösand and localization of agencies
- Turns against the argument that the supply of competence should be an objection to state localization. Argues that state presence throughout the country is an important priority for cohesion and effective crime fighting. Criticizes that the government lacks interest in state presence due to the influence of the Sverigedemokraterna. Read the speech
State presence in Härnösand and decentralization debate
- Argues that state presence throughout the country is a necessary investment to build legitimacy, cohesion, and trust. Criticizes the government's lack of genuine ambitions for state presence and asks what level of ambition they have. Read the speech
Gotland civil defense funding and state responsibility debate
- Criticizes the government's response as insufficient and argues that Gotland's healthcare is severely underfunded. Asks how the civil defense capacity is to be built up when the region has an unreasonably heavy responsibility and large additional costs. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government does not prioritize Gotland despite its strategic location. Argues that the allocated resources are insufficient for municipalities and regions to be able to deliver the necessary healthcare capacity in a total defense. Read the speech
Household debt and child evictions: M, SD, and S proposals
- Regrets that two important interpellations are being grouped together. Argues that more than the current measures are required to prevent evictions of children as the number has increased by 28 percent. Urges Justice Minister Strömmer to show more tools to prevent children from losing their homes. Read the speech
- Argues that the current work is not sufficient to protect children from evictions. Criticizes the lack of an enhanced action plan and emphasizes the government's responsibility to protect the most vulnerable in the cost crisis. Read the speech
Gender equality and job tax credit effects in the economy
- Argues that it is possible to fight inflation while simultaneously promoting equality. Criticizes that the government's equality medicine consists only of job tax credits, which she considers dangerous and makes Sweden poor. Read the speech
- Argues that equality needs more than just the job tax credit to succeed. Urges the Minister for Finance to take more measures to address the economic inequality that still remains. Read the speech
Union Customs Code and European Customs Agency proposal
- Argues that a well-functioning customs union is important for the internal market. However, criticizes the proposal's far-reaching changes and argues that the member states are better suited to design the sanctions system based on national conditions. Read the speech
Enforcement Authority resources and household debt management
- Regrets the lame answer from the Minister for Finance and argues that inflation is pushing more Swedes into debt traps. Asks if there really isn't more to be done to reduce over-indebtedness in a challenging time. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government lacks initiative and consistently says no to measures that facilitate things for families with children. Asks for concrete proposals to combat the increasing indebtedness and wants to hear a reflection on children in indebted households. Read the speech
Swedish Tax Agency EU information exchange for crime fighting
- Argues that crime in the working life is a growing problem and that the toolbox for combating tax evasion and exploitation needs to be expanded. Wishes to approve the bill to improve Skatteverket's possibilities for effective information exchange within the EU. Read the speech
Capital taxation upon relocation and 10-year rule debate
- Criticizes the Finance Minister's response as lackluster and argues that a Swedish exit tax is needed to secure funds for common expenses. Asks whether changes in capital taxation upon moving abroad will become relevant during the current mandate period. Read the speech
- Argues that capital taxation upon relocation should be introduced to strengthen the principle of taxation according to ability to pay. Criticizes that the lack of a new exit tax means fewer resources for defense, climate measures, and welfare. Read the speech
- Argues that the current taxation is insufficient and that more measures are needed to increase revenues. Proposes a better capital taxation upon moving abroad to finance investments in defense, crime, and climate. Read the speech
Small business tax rates and ability to pay principle
- Notes that the difference in tax conditions between employees and owner-managed companies is increasing. Argues that this jeopardizes the legitimacy of the tax system and the welfare because the principle of taxation according to ability to pay is undermined. Read the speech
- Argues that a tax system that loses its legitimacy through a hollowed-out principle of taxation based on ability to pay is a danger for everyone. Asks whether the difference in conditions between self-employed and region-employed nurses will increase. Read the speech
- Asks how the government will ensure the legitimacy of the tax system and the principle of taxation according to ability to pay when the rules for small companies are no longer to be used to promote entrepreneurship or generate tax. Read the speech
Crime in the workplace and serious crime in Sweden
- Argues that work-related crime is a widespread national problem that dangerously exploits people and fuels the gangs' economy. Asks if there is an agreement that further measures are needed to combat tax evasion and secure welfare resources. Read the speech
- Want the focus to be placed on persons who exploit loopholes to evade tax. Asks if the Minister for Finance intends to urge consumers to opt out of suspiciously low prices and asks how important collective agreements are considered to be in order to counter tax evasion. Read the speech
- Argues that clearer signals and greater efforts are needed to combat crime in the workplace and tax evasion. Asks the Minister for Finance what the new major crackdowns are and when the next report from the cooperating authorities will be released. Read the speech
Tax procedure: transparency, self-employment and reporting
- Want taxes to be paid according to ability to pay and that tax evasion be countered. Proposes that the toolbox for F-tax be broadened to secure tax collection and counter exploitation. Argues that the system for short-term work should be protected and regulated to prevent abuse. Read the speech
School quality, work principle and marketization debate
- Highlights that high shipping costs threaten Gotlandic food producers and Swedish supply capacity. Asks if the Minister for Rural Affairs is considering a transport subsidy to ensure the companies' costs. Read the speech
Tax system, population registration and budget priorities
- Argues that a more just tax system with greater redistributive power is necessary. Criticizes the government's budget as a string of broken promises and wants the appropriation to Skatteverket to be directed towards population registration and combating tax fraud. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish Tax Agency needs more tools for order and organization. Argues that a census requires significantly greater resources than the current appropriations and does not consider it to be the most effective tool. Read the speech
- Argues that the census is not the tool needed to combat the shadow society as there are more effective methods. Criticizes that the census is too expensive and demands a stronger, more redistributive tax reform. Read the speech
- Asks how the Moderaterna reason regarding the distribution of tax funds. Argues that Sweden can invest more in the common good and welfare without increasing inflation, and warns that savings hit hardest against those with the fewest resources. Read the speech
- Argues that it is relevant to discuss how common resources are used in a tax debate. Requests an answer from Moderaterna on how the resources can best be used to make a difference in difficult times. Read the speech
Gotlandstrafik price increases and fuel compensation debate
- Argues that Gotland deserves an infrastructure at the same level as the rest of the country and that the current price increases are unreasonable. Criticizes that the budget funds do not compensate the people of Gotland but only the company and asks if the Minister for Infrastructure is prepared to take the Gotlandic needs into account. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government's fuel subsidy does not reach road users on Gotland and that the current price increases conflict with transport policy goals. Argues that the government must use the entire toolbox to secure the infrastructure and promote fair conditions. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the residents of Gotland alone have to bear the burden of price increases of nearly 50 percent. Argues that the government's ambitions are too low and that the compensation goes to the company instead of to the residents. Read the speech
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