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Hans Ekström (S)
What Hans Ekström 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.
Somalia case governance and audit report debate
- Criticizes the government's lack of governance and unclear handling of the Somalia issue. Argues that Sida was not sufficiently integrated into the process and urges future committee members to dare to criticize their own to preserve the institutions' trust. Read the speech
Motion referral to Committee on Constitution over fraud claims
- Criticizes the Sverigedemokraterna for cheating in a vote and argues that Ulf Kristersson must take responsibility. Argues that the motion does not meet the requirements in the parliamentary rules and therefore supports the Speaker's proposal. Read the speech
Constitutional matters: SD, S, and V debate law amendments
- Argues that constitutional amendments should occur slowly and carefully in order to preserve trust in society. Wants to ban anonymous and foreign contributions, increase transparency regarding lobbyists, and tighten the rules for ministers' revolving doors as well as share trading. Read the speech
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Constitutional amendments for democracy and court independence
- Argues that constitutional changes should require quorum rules and a two-thirds majority to strengthen protection. Wants to move the supervision of the courts' judgments from the government to the Parliamentary Ombudsman and the Swedish National Audit Office and motions for approval of the proposal. Read the speech
Government compliance with climate goals and Consultation Act
- Argues that the foundations of democracy and the law-bound social order must be protected against populism and ill-considered decisions. Criticizes the government's statements regarding the Swedish Migration Agency as an encroachment on the principle of legality and reminds that the Foreign Affairs Committee should be heard before decisions on foreign policy matters. Read the speech
Constitutional amendments and democracy protection debate
- Argues that reflection and broad majorities are important when changing constitutional laws. Welcomes the requirement for a two-thirds majority. Wants to expand the rules on cooling-off periods for high-ranking positions and provide constitutional protection for public service. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats have historically secured democracy through coalitions. Simultaneously criticizes the government for undermining fundamental democratic and liberal principles through proposals that have been rejected by the Council on Legislation and referral bodies. Read the speech
- Argues that a strong civil society and popular education are more important for democracy than legal regulations. Criticizes the government's interference in civil society and argues that these constitute a major problem. Read the speech
Voting age and electoral system changes: M, SD, V, MP
Riksdag working methods, security, and public health debate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and rejection of all motions. Argues that broad majorities increase democracy's legitimacy and that the EU flag should be present in the chamber as well as that members should sit according to constituency. Read the speech
Transparency and documentation review in government work
- Criticizes that the salary process prioritized the politics of a certain political base during salary setting. Argues that this is a serious transgression that can damage trust in the Government Offices' neutrality and that civil servants must be able to trust that politics does not govern their salaries. Read the speech
- Argues that local self-government is important for democracy. Criticizes that the government did not provide sufficient support for the municipal economy and holds the Finance Minister responsible for the statement regarding special reasons. Read the speech
Election system changes and civil registration rules debate
- Argues that the electoral system is an important cornerstone of democracy and that changes should occur in small steps and in broad political consensus. Wants the issue of candidacy in several municipalities to be investigated and that technical solutions for the visually impaired be examined. Moves for approval of reservation 1. Read the speech
Public administration: corruption, responsibility and SD's proposal
- Wants an investigation to be appointed to combat unauthorized influence and corruption. Argues that accessibility to authorities must be improved to counter digital exclusion and proposes that the county administrative boards receive more resources and clearer coordination mandates. Read the speech
EU issues and arms exports to Ukraine: Government review report
- Argues that the government could have started the work on the electricity support issue earlier. Criticizes that the government used too short referral periods and that the Council on Legislation considered that the preparation requirement in the Instrument of Government was not met. Read the speech
Swedish electoral system: SD's ID reform and V's 16-year-old vote
- Argues that the integrity of the electoral system is crucial for democracy's legitimacy and that small errors can be exploited by forces that threaten democracy. Argues that the electoral system must be refined through trade-offs between different goals and calls for a new parliamentary inquiry. Read the speech
Minister performance and handling of government matters review
- Welcomes the government's intention to reduce the number of assignments and the level of detail in order to give the county administrative boards greater freedom. Argues that clearer governance is welcome as the county administrative boards are an important tool for the state. Read the speech
Foreign espionage proposal impact on press freedom and security
- Argues that the proposal addresses deficiencies in current legislation by enabling criminal liability for the dissemination of sensitive information to foreign powers or terrorist organizations. Explains that investigative journalism should not be punishable as the proposal is based on proportionality assessments and a balance between openness and secrecy. Read the speech
- Argues that it is naive not to have instruments to stop the spread of information that harms personnel. The proposal is necessary to balance openness against security and to prevent terrorist organizations from obtaining information. Read the speech
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Ban membership in terrorist organizations constitutional proposal
- Argues that the constitutional proposal aims to protect the open, democratic society in a time of increased uncertainty and violence. Moves for approval of the proposal because it is necessary to take measures that protect society. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.