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Ida Karkiainen (S)
What Ida Karkiainen 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.
Income pension surplus distribution: S, SD, KD, L, V views
- Argues that a guarantee in the pension system strengthens its legitimacy, but admits that it is too cautious to provide noticeable supplements. Wants to introduce a worker's pension for those who have worked for a long time and raise pension contributions for long-term sustainability. Read the speech
Strengthened return activities for persons without stay rights
- Argues that the government's writings on side information are vague and wants limitations. Asks for the basis for the government's figures on the shadow society as well as when a large-scale census will be carried out. Read the speech
- Argues that it is effective for Skatteverket to receive specified assignments for targeted interventions. Explains that the proposal aims to create clear regulatory frameworks for information exchange between authorities and criticizes the government's proposal for being too extensive. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is acceptable but criticizes the low evidentiary requirements for the duty to provide information. Wants the legislation to be more clearly regulated in order to safeguard legal certainty, protect trust in authorities, and limit collateral information. Read the speech
Housing allowance calculation based on actual monthly income
- Argues that the previous Social Democratic-led government's initiatives were important for combating child poverty. Criticizes that the current regulatory framework leads to significant indebtedness due to preliminary grants. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Social insurance eligibility: SD wants Swedish citizens only
- Criticizes the proposal as it risks increasing crime, illegal work, and child poverty. Argues that the proposal creates a tiered citizenship and is pure class politics. Proposes instead investments in labor market training. Read the speech
- Argues that activity requirements are good to stimulate work. However, asks what the opponent thinks about the criticism that the proposal lacks scientific support and risks increasing vulnerability and the shadow society. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal leads to increased crime, a shadow society, and child poverty. Criticizes the proposal for creating division in society and argues that it contradicts the government's own promises. Read the speech
- Asks how the government and the Moderaterna reason regarding the Danish experiences of similar proposals. Points out that Denmark rolled back these parts due to major consequences for, among other things, the development of crime. Read the speech
- Argues that poverty does not increase incentives to work but hinders integration. Criticizes the government's policy and instead advocates for basic security, education, and labor market measures. Asks how the state should compensate the municipalities for increased costs. Read the speech
Stricter Swedish citizenship requirements for language and work
- Argues that citizenship should be protected through stricter requirements on language, social studies, longer period of residence, and conduct. Criticizes the lack of transitional provisions and suggests that the age limit for knowledge requirements should be raised to 18 years. Read the speech
- Welcomes that the government's proposition contains exceptional provisions to be able to make individual assessments. Argues that it is important to be able to make exceptions for, for example, persons with disabilities. Read the speech
- Argues that the authorities need to review how they handle problems with identity assessments. Wants that persons who are to live permanently in Sweden should also have the opportunity to become Swedish citizens. Read the speech
Swedish Migration Agency citizenship handling and requirements
- Argues that the processing has been inefficient due to internal governance, the new Administrative Procedure Act, and lack of funding. Emphasizes the importance of a careful and legally secure process where speed must not take precedence over correctness. Read the speech
- Argues that the processing of citizenship must be thorough and may take time. Suggests that Migrationsverket be reinforced with more case officers to shorten unnecessarily long waiting times and ensure an efficient and legally secure process. Read the speech
- Criticizes the opponent's rhetoric and argues that he accuses the government of processing too quickly despite the debate being about too slow times. Emphasizes the importance of a process that is both efficient and legally secure. Read the speech
- Argues that it is not successful to describe how one intends to cooperate with other parties before an election. Advocates for more cooperation across block boundaries and more agreements between parties. Read the speech
- Points out that the migration policy was changed in 2015 by several parties due to the then Alliance government's policy. Argues that an active integration policy including work was needed, but criticizes the lack of initiative in the labor market policy. Read the speech
Pension system design: S, SD, and V debate levels and rules
- Argues that many female pensioners live in relative poverty due to an unequal working life. Proposes equal pensions, a worker's pension for those who have worked hard, opportunities to scale down work as well as abolishing the care deduction. Read the speech
Economic security in old age: S, C, and V pension plans
- Want the pension for wage earners to correspond to at least 70 percent of the salary through increased contributions. Proposes a worker's pension for those with heavy jobs as well as opportunities to scale down work without a lower pension. Read the speech
Gang crime, elderly care and criminal policy debate
- Argues that more must be done to detect and prevent violence in close relationships. Asks if the Minister can guarantee that Försäkringskassan continues to ask questions about violence in close relationships despite worrying signals regarding changed routines. Read the speech
Constitutional preparedness: special powers and civil liberties
- Argues that Sweden lacks a constitutional basis for handling peacetime crises. Proposes that the Riksdag should be able to grant the government special powers to issue regulations during crises with strong democratic control and time limits. Read the speech
Government compliance with climate goals and Consultation Act
- Argues that the meaning of words and respect for these are crucial for democracy and the oversight work. Emphasizes that the committee has acted constructively to reach a consensus in the review of the government's compliance with rules. Submits the oversight report to the Riksdag. Read the speech
Public administration organization, digitization and structure
- Criticizes that the regulatory framework lacks common sense and empathy as well as the government's reduction in appropriations and the decommissioning of state service offices. Wants to strengthen the role of the county administrative boards, defend civil servants' right to private political engagement and demand the release of the journalist Joakim Medin. Read the speech
Minister performance and Government Offices cost increases
- Argues that the government's work should be scrutinized to maintain trust in democracy. Criticizes the Government Offices' cost increases, shortened notification periods, slow processing times for nature reserves as well as the lack of clarity regarding the ministers' use of social media. Read the speech
Budget allocations for Royal Court, Election Authority and S agencies
- Abstains from taking a position in expenditure area 1 as a separate budget alternative is submitted. Criticizes the large appropriation increases to the Government Offices and proposes instead increased appropriations to minority policy, the language center, media support and the Institute for Human Rights. Also wants to strengthen the security for civil society organizations and the Jewish minority. Read the speech
Wind power expansion and nuclear power for energy security
- Criticizes the government for delaying the decision-making process for Markbygden and proposes that the government co-plans with the Armed Forces to accelerate the granting of permits. Proposes a model where local communities receive 250,000 SEK per rotation and calls for political negotiations. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the opposition focuses on nuclear power instead of wind power. Argues that the government must invite a real negotiation on an energy agreement to reach the goal of fossil-free electricity by 2040. Read the speech
Transparency and documentation review in government work
- Argues that the Committee on the Constitution should rise above party politics and review the formal side of the government's work. Points out deficiencies in the Minister for Climate and Environment's statements, warns that short preparation times affect the quality and criticizes the handling of the university boards. Read the speech
Ukraine aid, crime, and democracy issues in PM's Question Time
- Points out that the increase in public service only applies for one year and criticizes the Prime Minister for being misleading regarding comparisons with Russian state television. Asks what the government is doing to ensure that journalists can continue to scrutinize politicians. Read the speech
Christina Gellerbrant Hagberg elected as new Auditor General
- Propose unanimously that Christina Gellerbrant Hagberg be elected as Auditor of the Realm from 16 September 2024. Argues that she has solid experience from several leading state assignments. Read the speech
Constitutional matters: party financing, lobby registers, Swedish
- Request approval for the reservation and proposes stronger transition restrictions, a lobby register, and a broader investigation into party financing. Criticizes the government's limitation of the opposition's financing and the Sweden Democrats' motion to remove EU membership from the Instrument of Government. Read the speech
Minister performance and government handling oversight review
- Hands over and reports the result of the Committee on the Constitution's autumn review. Argues that oversight power is central to democracy and notes that response times for interpellations are often delayed. Suggests that the government repeal obsolete regulations and emphasizes the importance of sufficient time in the legislative process to ensure quality. Read the speech
Riksdag appropriations: SD, S, and V propose budget changes
- Proposes four powerful measures against antisemitism by strengthening security for Jewish organizations, strengthening the school's work, and doubling the funds for memorial trips. Argues that the appropriation to the county administrative boards must be increased to ensure continuity and the core mission. Criticizes the government's substantial budget increase for the Government Offices. Read the speech
Media support: SD, V and M debate local news funding
- Proposes approval of the Socialdemokraternas reservation. Argues that a publicly funded media subsidy is needed to ensure media diversity and local journalism. Criticizes that the new system risks creating high thresholds, favoring resource-strong actors and reducing diversity. Read the speech
Riksdag membership and decision-making process investigation
- Argues that the importance of the Riksdag and the demands on parliamentary work have increased due to internationalization, digitalization, and the changed security situation. Proposes that a parliamentary committee should be appointed to review the support in parliamentary work. Read the speech
Review of Parliamentary Ombudsman's mandate and organization
- Argues that the Parliamentary Ombudsman is an important guarantor of legal certainty, democracy, and trust in the public administration. Moves for approval of the proposals in the report in order to safeguard this important institution. Read the speech
State service offices: Riksrevisionen report and management
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that political governance over establishments is necessary to strengthen confidence in the public administration and that one must not base decisions solely on cost and efficiency aspects. Read the speech
EU issues and arms exports to Ukraine: Government review report
- Emphasizes the importance of unity in the Committee on the Constitution to strengthen the credibility of the constitutional laws and parliamentary democracy. Argues that the committee should focus on deficiencies in laws and regulations rather than political positions. Read the speech
- Argues that statement cases have become difficult to review as they often concern political issues such as nuclear power. Reminds that a KU-report is not an excuse for the government or ministers to avoid commenting on their policy. Read the speech
- Expresses gratitude for the opportunity to work in the Committee on the Constitution. Emphasizes the importance of seriousness, commitment, and a trusting dialogue in the committee's work. Read the speech
Public service internet content conditions and arm's-length
- Argues that it is reasonable to set the same content conditions for public service on the internet as in the terrestrial network in order to create trust. Criticizes the preliminary review as it is inconsistent with the principle of arm's length distance and moves for approval of the proposal. Read the speech
Constitutional matters: lobbying, monarchy and minority rights
- Argues that democracy should be rooted in the people and that everyone should be included in it. Wants to carry out a broad review of the conditions for lobbying, including a lobbying register. Wants to strengthen the constitutional protection for the components of democracy. Read the speech
Public administration: M, V, and SD debate staffing and rights
- Wish to support reservation number 3. Means that a functioning public administration is crucial for democracy and trust. Suggests that the bureaucracy be simplified and coordinated. Emphasizes the importance of service offices and state establishments throughout the country. Highlights the central role of the county administrative boards for efficient administration and cooperation. Points out that the state must engage in localization issues to maintain trust. Warnings are given against simplifying the administration without taking into account the complexity of the processes. Read the speech
Streamlining environmental permits for business and green transition
- Argues that the county administrative boards' resources must be strengthened with more employees to avoid bottlenecks in the complex permit processes. Asks if the government is considering increasing the appropriations to the county administrative boards to shorten the processes in the short term. Read the speech
- Argues that previous assignments to the county administrative boards require budget appropriations to streamline the inspection activities. Criticizes that the government has not shown sufficient investments in the budget and asks if the minister can promise not to place unfunded assignments on the county administrative boards. Read the speech
- Argues that it is necessary to work systematically and that all links in the permit chain need secured funding. Urges the government to use immediate solutions from the county administrative boards and that the entire government takes responsibility for the management. Read the speech
Welfare, immigration and economy: S, KD and M debate measures
- Highlights the problem of social dumping where wealthy metropolitan municipalities move people in vulnerable situations to smaller municipalities. Asks the Minister of State how he views this issue, which both County Administrative Boards and Statskontoret have mapped out. Read the speech
State administration appropriations: SD, S, M, KD, L debate
- Abstains from taking a position as the party presents its own budget alternative. Criticizes the government's increase in appropriations for the Government Offices as unjustifiably large and proposes instead to increase the appropriation to the County Administrative Boards to streamline permit processes in the climate transition. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government has not made a political assessment of the increase in appropriations to the Government Offices. Argues that the increase is substantial and points out that the Moderaterna previously wanted to reduce the appropriations to the Government Offices. Read the speech
- Argues that an appropriation increase of half a billion to the Government Offices is too large. Claims that there are opportunities to prioritize within the Government Offices. Read the speech
Transparency in radio and TV ownership to counter disinformation
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that increased transparency in ownership structures is important so that citizens can assess content and credibility, which strengthens freedom of expression and free formation of opinion in democracy. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.