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Joakim Järrebring (S)
What Joakim Järrebring 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.
Human rights, rule of law, economy and crime debate in Riksdag
- Argues that the housing shortage and high prices limit young people's opportunities and create inequality. Proposes an active housing policy with state construction loans and investment support to increase the availability of affordable housing. Read the speech
Housing policy: SD, S, and M debate rental and construction
- Argues that housing construction has stalled during the mandate period. Points out that the housing shortage impairs mobility in the labor market and hampers growth. Asks if the Sweden Democrats accept a policy that fails to meet the housing supply. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Sweden Democrats lack ambitions to solve the housing shortage by placing the responsibility on the municipalities. Asks if the member shares the government's assessment that the previous policy is insufficient. Read the speech
- Argues that the housing shortage is a systemic failure caused by political decisions and criticizes the government's passivity. Wants the state to take greater responsibility to increase the construction of rental apartments and improve the financing of housing construction. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Moderaternas proposal on security rent (trygghetshyra) and argues that it is, in practice, market rents. Argues that the system removes collective bargaining, leads to higher rents and increased uncertainty for ordinary people. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government's current measures are not sufficient for a functioning housing market. Asks how the Christian Democrats intend to finance the proposal to abolish the capital gains tax. Read the speech
- Asks how the Christian Democrats intend to finance the removal of the capital gains tax. Also asks whether the Christian Democrats want to introduce the market-based rent that the security rent constitutes. Read the speech
Urban planning and housing: SD, C, V debate rules and taxes
- Argues that the government has failed to protect ordinary people and that the deficient housing policy reflects an economic failure. Asks what the Sweden Democrats' plan is to meet the need for affordable rental apartments for people with weak finances. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government has lowered taxes for the richest instead of protecting ordinary people's incomes. Asks how the Sverigedemokraterna intend to manage the housing supply without building to keep pace with the existing housing shortage. Read the speech
- Argues that it is unserious to blame the inflation on the previous government since the situation was global. Criticizes the claim of a budget gap which is based on a theory that Swedes would behave differently than in neighboring countries. Read the speech
- Corrects the member and argues that the inequalities in Sweden are increasing. Criticizes the government for investing money in the rich instead of housing supply and claims that the housing shortage is increasing due to the government's policy. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for passivity and for having abolished the investment support, which has led to reduced housing construction and increased overcrowding. Argues that housing is a social right and proposes a housing supply act, state construction stimulus programs, construction credits, as well as starter loans for first-time buyers. Read the speech
- Confirms that more small houses need to be built and better conditions for owner-occupied housing are needed. Criticizes the government's failure to create good material conditions due to low growth and high unemployment. Read the speech
- Argues that the Moderaternas' claim regarding punitive taxation presupposes a lack of competition on the banking side. Assures that the bank tax is not expected to have the negative effects that the government base claims. Read the speech
Nämdöskärgården national park and nature conservation debate
- Criticizes that the management of protected nature and threatened species is deprioritized in the budget. Argues that the Moderaterna have chosen to prioritize tax cuts for high-income earners over strengthening resources for nature conservation. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's draconian cuts within the environmental and climate area as well as that funds to combat invasive species were cut. Asks if the member will vote to initiate the preparation of the committee initiative regarding methyl chloride. Read the speech
- Welcomes the establishment of Nämdöskärgårdens national park, but criticizes the government's passive nature conservation policy and lack of resources. Wants to strengthen environmental monitoring, calls for approval of wetland restoration and demands sharper goals for biodiversity. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government is not doing enough to protect people's health and nature. Argues that the government prioritizes tax cuts for the richest over environmental protection. Read the speech
- Argues that the debate on nature conservation and property rights needs to be nuanced. Wants to resolve the legal uncertainty for forest owners who do not receive compensation in a timely manner regarding restrictions and criticizes the government for not having delivered a solution despite several inquiries. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for having made cuts to the budget for climate and environment. Argues that the resources are insufficient and that the government has prioritized tax cuts for high-income earners over environmental issues. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Moderaternas priorities in the budget where large cuts are made to nature conservation. Argues that the government instead chooses to invest in tax cuts for those with the highest incomes. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for not doing enough to stop the exploitation of wetlands. Argues that a greater precautionary principle should be applied in the exploitation of wetlands. Read the speech
- Argues that the current exploitation of wetlands for road and housing construction exceeds the measures being taken to re-wet drained areas. Asks if the member is in agreement that both restoring damaged wetlands and stopping indiscriminate exploitation are required. Read the speech
- Asks whether it is a responsible action from a party that wants to lead Sweden. Criticizes that the party includes a disclaimer to avoid taking full responsibility. Read the speech
- Questions whether the member shares the assessment that a special island policy is needed in Sweden given that Sweden is the country in the world with the most islands. Read the speech
Shore protection relaxations for small watercourses and lakes
- Argues that the government's proposal implies a very small change since many county administrative boards have already made similar decisions. Criticizes the government for having stopped a previous proposition and argues that the proposal misses the goal of guaranteeing the public's access to watercourses. Read the speech
- Argues that the Sweden Democrats have abandoned the need for a flexible and differentiated coastal protection legislation to develop the countryside. Also criticizes that the government and the Sweden Democrats have lost their way by not guaranteeing the right of public access. Read the speech
- Argues that a modernization of the shore protection should focus on community development, the environment, and the right of public access rather than solely on ownership rights. Asks why the Moderaterna did not support a previous proposal that could have already been in place. Read the speech
- Asks whether the Moderaterna mean that the right of public access must not encroach on the individual's property. Means that a more flexible and differentiated shore protection is needed for social development and growth, while the balance between the environment and actual right of public access must be maintained. Read the speech
- Argues that the shore protection should be managed in solidarity to safeguard the right of public access and biodiversity. Criticizes the government's proposal as insufficient and calls for a modernization that balances local adaptation with equality and sustainability. Read the speech
- Argues that the government lacks balance by wanting to remove the shore protection entirely without regard for the right of public access. Wants future work to include perspectives to prevent the privatization of lakes and watercourses. Read the speech
- Argues that one should utilize the right of public access and emphasizes the importance of a better balance in the upcoming differentiated legislation. Also wants that they jointly curb abuse of the right of public access. Read the speech
- Argues that Social Democrats have a positive view of humanity but do not believe in an unregulated market economy. Emphasizes that clear rules are needed to protect the environment, uphold the right of public access, and ensure free access to lakes and watercourses. Read the speech
- Argues that the regulations need to be purposeful and not contain too much detailed control. Criticizes the Sweden Democrats for promoting a "us-and-them" society that reduces trust between people. Read the speech
- Argues that the government fails to maintain the balance between environmental conservation and the right of public access. Criticizes the government's lack of funding for nature conservation and asks if the Christian Democrats are holding back on investments in protection and management. Read the speech
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PFAS contamination: EU vs national measures for Sweden
- Asks why Sweden is not more proactive and takes national measures to prevent PFAS emissions. Argues that it is also necessary to turn off the tap and reduce the emissions of substances into nature and into what people consume. Read the speech
- Argues that chemicals should be regulated according to the precautionary principle rather than waiting for proven harm. Advocates for a national ban as a precautionary measure to protect people, even if the effects are uncertain. Read the speech
- Argues that a national ban would have been good for people's sense of security. Hopes for a swift process in the EU and that the minister informs the committee as soon as new signals emerge. Read the speech
Sweden's climate adaptation: 7.3 billion budget cut
- Expresses concern over the economic situation and the lack of investment-ready capital for the green transition. Criticizes the government for having reduced the climate budget by 7.3 billion and the climate grant by 35 percent. Read the speech
- Argues that climate and environmental issues have increased in importance. Criticizes that the government has reduced the climate budget by 7.3 billion and that the municipalities find it harder to finance climate adaptation due to high inflation and reduced state responsibility. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should have given the municipalities better economic conditions. Criticizes that tax cuts for the wealthiest have been prioritized over the climate budget and argues that Sweden exploits wetlands to a greater extent than they are restored. Read the speech
Textile producer responsibility and costs for municipalities
- Argues that Sweden should have introduced a national producer responsibility at the same time as the legislation was implemented to follow the polluter pays principle. Asks how the government reasoned when they chose to let municipalities and taxpayers bear the costs. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the EU did not introduce producer responsibility at the same time as decisions on collection were made. Argues that Sweden could have avoided costs for municipalities and taxpayers if such a system had been in place. Read the speech
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EU infringement case on hydropower environmental permits
- Argues that the criticism from the Commission primarily concerns the suspension of the trials. Asks how the government weighed the risk of an infringement case and negative environmental consequences against the advantages of the suspension. Read the speech
- Argues that the suspension of the trials has negative effects on the aquatic environment and contradicts the intentions of the Water Framework Directive. Criticizes that the government's decision on the suspension was based on political considerations rather than on factual information from expert agencies. Read the speech
- Argues that it is crucial to combine high environmental requirements with continued electricity production. Criticizes that the government has reduced the appropriations to agencies and asks how the financial situation for dams without electricity production shall be handled. Read the speech
Crime, climate and education: new sentencing and penalties
- Argues that the government bears the responsibility for Sweden not reaching the climate goals. Asks how the minister specifically intends to ensure that the goals are met on time instead of waiting for an investigation. Read the speech
Protected nature management: 1.35 billion budget proposal
- Criticizes the government's cuts to the environmental budget and argues that they constitute a lack of governance that threatens important natural values. Asks how the government can defend a policy that lacks the resources required to manage the protected nature. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the lack of resources allows invasive species to take over. Argues that it is foolish policy to prioritize tax cuts for the richest instead of preserving natural values. Read the speech
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- Proposes approval of reservation 5. Asks whether the Christian Democrats stand behind the Kunming-Montreal framework and criticizes that the government's cuts to the management of protected nature harm the rural economy and jobs. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for having cut the environmental budget by over 7 billion kronor. Argues that this has led to protected nature not being maintained and that previous investments have been lost. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government parties do not take sufficient responsibility for the maintenance of already protected nature. Argues that the Sweden Democrats support a government that underfinances management, which leads to nature conservation efforts being omitted and areas falling into decay. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus should be on management and means to manage already protected nature. Criticizes the government's "false mathematics" by calling cuts investments and questions the Sweden Democrats' short-term priorities. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government's priorities have underfunded the work against alien and invasive species. Criticizes that the lack of resources has nullified previous years' work and led to lost investments. Read the speech
Sweden environmental policy: nuclear, wind and electricity
- Criticizes that the government did not go all the way to implement a change regarding permits. Argues that the government's policy drives Sweden in the opposite direction towards national and international environmental goals. Asks for specific examples of changes in the Environmental Code. Read the speech
- Argues that the industry's transition is the great challenge in the electrification. Asks how the Moderaterna plan to reach climate goals despite current policy driving Sweden in the opposite direction and requests specific changes to the Environmental Code. Read the speech
- Argues that onshore and offshore wind power is what can increase electricity production in the short term. Asks if the Kristdemokraterna want the municipal veto to also apply to uranium mining and criticizes that local party comrades are blocking the energy transition. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear power is not the only possible way forward for the electricity system. Criticizes that a single municipality's veto can stop offshore wind power projects and the jobs linked to the green transition. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's environmental policy for low ambitions, lack of long-term planning, and extensive cuts in the environmental budget. Argues that the government prioritizes tax cuts for high-income earners over sustainable development and demands a policy that combines environmental issues with economic growth. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish electricity system should be developed towards a decentralized and robust structure to withstand crises. Suggests that the best technology, including nuclear power, should be chosen to create an efficient and affordable energy system. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish energy system is stable and has had low electricity prices. Argues that the government is not doing enough to increase electricity production through wind power to meet the green transition. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has reduced the funds for the maintenance of protected areas by two-thirds. Asks how the policy can be considered ambitious when one fails to preserve and protect the nature worthy of protection. Read the speech
- Argues that the green transition is linked to a sustainable energy policy, but that nuclear power plays no role for biodiversity. Criticizes that the government has prioritized tax cuts over funds for the maintenance of protected areas. Read the speech
- Asks how the member views the government base's violation of the Climate Act by lacking an action plan. Argues that nuclear power's environmental friendliness is unclear given uranium extraction and nuclear waste. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipal veto should not be abolished, but that municipalities should provide notice earlier. Asks how the Sverigedemokraterna view the municipal veto in uranium mining as well as how they view the fact that the government base lacks an action plan. Read the speech
Offshore wind power role in Swedish electricity supply by 2030
- Criticizes the government's passivity and blocking of wind power which hinders the industry's electrification and Sweden's growth. Argues that a pragmatic energy policy is required to attract investments and create jobs here and now. Read the speech
- Asks if the minister understands how crucial the Västvind project is for Western Sweden. Urges the minister to make an effort to obtain a positive decision from Öckerö municipality. Read the speech
Baltic Sea protection bill: fish stocks, eutrophication, KD
- Argues that the bill contains too few concrete and binding proposals. Criticizes the Moderaterna for not daring to make the tough decisions required to protect the fish stocks and ensure the survival of future generations. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Moderaternas description of fulfilled election promises as decisive. Argues that the government base is using a sleight of hand regarding fishing quotas by expressing both pride and dissatisfaction over the same decision. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for avoiding responsibility and questions their credibility regarding environmental policy. Argues that the government lacks sharp measures to save the fish stocks and leaves behind footnotes. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is a policy proposition and requires sharp decisions to save the Baltic Sea. Asks whether the government will deliver concrete products that actually mean something for real. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's proposal for lacking concrete measures, clear milestones, and funding to save fish stocks and combat eutrophication. Wants Sweden to establish ambitious goals for marine protection and motions for approval of reservation 36. Read the speech
- Argues that the government cannot be held responsible for the lack of concrete proposals since the work was paralyzed by the pandemic. Simultaneously asks why the government is now submitting a proposition without sharp measures. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the proposal lacks sharp proposals and concrete decisions due to the current government cooperation. Argues that the situation is serious and that decisions on measures here and now are needed instead of diverting the question. Read the speech
- Expresses disappointment that the government is not delivering concrete measures despite agreement on the seriousness of the problem. Asks when sharp proposals will be presented during the current mandate period. Read the speech
- Argues that the pandemic and a right-wing majority hindered the implementation of previous policies. Criticizes the government's cuts to climate and environmental budgets and argues that authorities lack the resources to achieve the government's goals. Read the speech
- Criticizes the bill for being toothless and lacking the concrete measures required. Asks whether the content is a result of a conscious political cooperation or if the Liberalerna are satisfied with the proposal. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the liberal successes yield little results here and now. Argues that the Social Democrats, during previous terms in government, took concrete measures to reduce eutrophication and protect the environment. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Sweden Democrats have not presented sharp proposals to protect herring and sprat despite previous statements. Asks how coastal fishers are to survive if the fish stocks collapse despite the party's alleged will to protect small-scale fishing. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal is what the Sverigedemokraterna have made politically possible rather than what is politically desirable. Asks why the Sverigedemokraterna defend doubled quotas when they simultaneously want to protect small-scale fishing and threatened fish stocks. Read the speech
Sweden climate policy: nuclear power, offshore wind and funding
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- Argues that the consumer will have to pay for infrastructure. Proposes an equal treatment of different technologies for offshore wind power. Criticizes the reduction of the appropriation authorization for Industriklivet and Klimatklivet. Read the speech
- Argues that the government needs clearer leadership for long-term conditions. Wants the focus to be placed on enabling the replacement of existing land-based wind power as well as a faster expansion of offshore wind power. Read the speech
Climate policy and international negotiations: emissions debate
- Argues that the previous government pursued an effective environmental policy and that the reduction obligation could have been adjusted instead of being removed entirely. Asks whether the current policy is a result of what is politically possible or desirable. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government could have implemented the reorganization of the reduction obligation in a different way. Points out that it is difficult to cooperate with a party that is skeptical of the causes of climate change. Read the speech
Environmental review streamlining for green transition and business
- Criticizes the proposal as a shot in the dark because it does not make change of use the main rule. Argues that the authorities' possibilities to deny permits cause investments to get stuck in long bureaucratic processes. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government is not delivering what is needed for change permits to become the main rule in practice. Asks why the government does not require that change permits should always be the main rule in order to reach the climate goals. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's budget bill and environmental assessment proposal for not stimulating growth or streamlining the green transition. Proposes that modification permits should apply for specific changes in order to create predictability and promote investments. Read the speech
- Argues that the government highlights the problems but does not deliver a solution. Wants the Social Democrats' proposal, where a permit is the main rule, to be voted through. Read the speech
- Argues that much more was needed to simplify the permit processes. Asks whether the Moderaterna are satisfied with today's proposal or if they prefer the Socialdemokraterna's proposal to make modification permits the main rule. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's lack of credibility when talking about more efficient processes while allocating too few resources to the authorities. Argues that the proposal on permits is a half-measure and hopes that the appointed investigation provides better proposals. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government is not doing enough when it comes to resources for the authorities. Asks if the Liberals are really satisfied with what the government has achieved so far. Read the speech
- Asks about the government's priorities and argues that the authorities should receive higher funding levels in order to streamline the permit processes. Read the speech
Climate policy, forestry, school, and military ties to Israel
LOVA projects and aquatic environment budget 2025 470m SEK
- Argues that the prioritization of LOVA projects will have displacement effects as the total appropriation for the marine and water environment is reduced by 470 million SEK during the planning period. Asks how the minister justifies the reprioritizations and which specific measures are affected by the cuts. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has a large room for reform but chooses to reduce the appropriations for climate and environment. Criticizes that the reductions could erase important measures such as beach cleaning and the control of invasive species. Asks for the reasoning behind the priorities. Read the speech
- Argues that the appropriations are insufficient for the authorities to fulfill their missions. Criticizes that the government uses the reform space to lower taxes mostly for wealthy men instead of prioritizing differently. Read the speech
PFAS in drinking water: Government measures and municipal costs
- Requests specific measures following a motion to stop PFAS spread in Mälaren. Also asks if the government plans financial or regulatory support so that the municipalities can maintain the new limit values from 2026. Read the speech
- Argues that it is very expensive to purify water from PFAS with current technology. Asks if the government is considering legislative changes or a better financing model to support the municipalities with the necessary investments. Read the speech
- Means that the question of the municipalities' conditions for meeting their assignments recurs in the debate. Thanks for the positive news that the government is considering reviewing the conditions for the water authorities to meet their commitments. Read the speech
Wetland rewetting funding until 2030 and restoration law
- Argues that the decreasing proportion of wetlands is a concern. Wants long-term solutions that integrate rewetting with a halt on exploitation without harming agriculture and forestry. Urges further measures and reforms. Read the speech
- Asks for a timetable for how legal obstacles shall be addressed to facilitate rewetting. Also asks for a timetable for the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency's evaluation of the LONA regulation. Read the speech
- Thank the government for wise measures in the environmental area. Hope that one can discuss how the conditions can be improved to create stability and long-term perspective in the work. Read the speech
Climate action plan net-zero 2045 goal and nuclear power
- Argues that the government uses civil servants to create credibility when expert grounds are lacking. Asks if the government is postponing the investigation into new steering measures due to the Sweden Democrats' opposition to increased fuel prices. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government compromises with climate-denying forces and that the proposed measures are insufficient. Argues that the watered-down plan is the price for retaining the Sverigedemokraterna's support. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's climate action plan for lacking concrete measures and ambitions. Argues that the plan does not live up to the goals of the Paris Agreement and that the proposals are too vague to achieve the necessary emission reductions. Read the speech
Nature restoration law: EU legislation and property rights
- Argues that a holistic picture is needed to balance conflicting interests and avoid new legislation creating unnecessary obstacles for the green transition. Emphasizes the importance of financial support to landowners and a unified policy for nature restoration. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden needs to increase domestic food production and use the forest to meet the green transition. Asks whether a national restoration plan should be developed even if the EU proposal does not enter into force. Read the speech
Nature restoration law: EU requirements and forestry impacts
- Emphasizes the importance of nature restoration to preserve biodiversity and strengthen environmental and climate resilience. Argues that the measures must be concrete and that farmers and landowners must be supported financially. Asks what ambition the government has if the directive is shelved. Read the speech
EU wastewater directive: municipal investments and funding
- Argues that the new wastewater directive entails significant challenges for rural municipalities and northern Sweden due to low population density and climatic conditions. Points out an annual investment deficit of 10 billion kronor and demands urgent measures so that the costs do not affect welfare activities. Read the speech
- Argues that the current regulatory system makes it difficult for municipalities to finance necessary investments in water and sewage systems. Asks if the government recognizes the problems with underinvestment and if they plan specific support measures for northern Sweden. Read the speech
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Environmental issues: SD, S, and M seek faster permit processes
- Argues that the green transition is the key to Sweden remaining a successful industrial nation. Criticizes the lack of measures to reach environmental goals and asks how the Sverigedemokraterna view the green transition. Read the speech
- Argues that the climate action plan lacks concrete measures to reach net-zero. Criticizes that the government basis did not proceed with proposals to improve the permit processes. Asks how the Sverigedemokraterna view the green transition. Read the speech
- Argues that wind power has the potential to achieve the green transition quickly. Wants more efficient permit processes and reinforced incentives for wind power construction. Asks how the Moderaterna plan to get more wind power in place quickly. Read the speech
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- Argues that the green transition requires proactive leadership and a fair distribution policy to create prosperity and jobs. Criticizes the government's climate action plan for lacking concrete measures and calls for shorter permit processes to promote green growth and competitiveness. Read the speech
Government climate policy transparency and concrete measures
- Criticizes that the government's climate action plan lacks concrete measures and is instead a plan for a plan. Argues that the plan does not contain the measures required for the target trajectory to be met. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's communication regarding the action plan and argues that delays in climate measures create an unfair burden for future generations. Urges the Minister to present a real action plan with clear measures, deadlines, and distribution of responsibility. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government gives the appearance of having an action plan for net-zero when a major reform is missing. Argues that the current plan is a hope for future measures that do not ensure Sweden reaches its environmental goals. Read the speech
EU drinking water directive: PFAS limits and state support
- Argues that the government has not increased the state grants to cover the municipalities' cost increases for water infrastructure. Asks how the Moderaterna plan to ensure sufficient resources for investments and preparedness given the economic burden. Read the speech
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- Argues that water management must be holistic and future-proof to meet the consequences of climate change. Criticizes that the government underfunds the county administrative boards and has not fully compensated the municipal sector for the cost crisis. Read the speech
- Asks how the member reasons regarding reasonable and unreasonable costs for water quality. Criticizes that the Sweden Democrats sometimes act as a governing party and sometimes as an opposition. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Sweden Democrats' climate policy and argues that it is a castle in the air. Asks how the party intends to ensure that municipalities receive the necessary resources for effective water management and crisis preparedness despite insufficient inflation protection. Read the speech
Economic challenges, welfare, and social issues in Sweden
- Questions about whether the government sees the problem with differences in climate impact between different income groups and if they have thoughts on how to address this. Read the speech
Sweden's climate policy and net-zero emissions goal by 2045
- Criticizes that the government is considering changing the goal for reduced carbon emissions. Argues that Sweden must stick to its goals to be a global role model and invest in green technology for economic growth. Read the speech
- Argues that the government risks losing its footing and abandoning ambitious climate goals. Asks whether the climate goals should be preserved and demands that the minister account for the government's intentions regarding the sub-targets for 2030. Read the speech
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Government budget, crime policy, migration and social investments
Establishment jobs, integration, climate and civil defense
- Argues that the PPWR regulation affects food safety, increases food waste, and raises food prices. Asks if the Minister for Environment and Climate will ensure that the Commission provides a thorough impact assessment of the regulation's impact. Read the speech
Social policy, energy, immigration and children's rights
- Questions about the goal to reduce the environmental budget by 60 percent remain, as the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency notes that the pace must be significantly increased to reach the environmental goals and the generational goal. Read the speech
Environmental issues: reduction obligation and budget goals
- Argues that the reduction obligation was necessary to manage emissions from internal combustion engines. Suggests that the funds for the reduction could instead have been used for social initiatives and asks how the government will reach the transport targets. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should have invested in families with children and the most vulnerable instead of lowering taxes for the richest. Criticizes that the reduction of the reduction obligation will not lead to lower diesel prices. Read the speech
- Argues that wind power is the only solution to create investments, jobs, and growth. Clarifies that the rejected proposition concerned the municipalities' early notification, not about incentives. Read the speech
- Argues that an early notification in the planning process does not mean that the municipal veto is being waived. Claims that early decisions are economically advantageous and save societal resources. Emphasizes that electricity production is crucial for Swedish growth and welfare. Read the speech
- Asks how reduced funding to the county administrative boards is consistent with the goal of faster permit processes. Argues that the right resources at the authorities are necessary to shorten the processes in the near term. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government prioritizes tax cuts for the wealthiest over resources for families with children and permit processes. Argues that it is a political prioritization to reduce resources for the case officers who are to shorten the permit processes. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency assesses that the transport goal for 2030 cannot be reached with the significant reduction of the reduction obligation. Asks if the speaker shares the party leader's view that the party has greater room for maneuver since they did not vote through the Climate Act. Read the speech
- Questions about whether there is other legislation than the Climate Act that the Sweden Democrats do not consider themselves bound by, after having highlighted statements about a lack of compensatory measures. Read the speech
Environmental issues: penalties, wind power and Paris goals
- Asks why the government does not proceed with the already completed investigations for faster permit processes instead of appointing an additional investigation. Read the speech
- Asks why the government is not moving forward with finished proposals to improve the permit processes now. Also criticizes that the resources to the county administrative boards are being reduced, which decreases the number of services for permit review. Read the speech
- Asks why completed investigations that were intended to facilitate permit processes are being withheld. Also asks whether reduced appropriations to the county administrative boards affect their ability to manage the permit processes. Read the speech
- Corrects the member and argues that there are completed investigations that can become legislation if the government submits them to the Riksdag. Asks why the government parties do not use these proposals and questions how cuts to the county administrative boards' resources affect the permit times. Read the speech
- Requests approval of reservation number 9. Argues that environmental policy must be strengthened to reach the goals and criticizes the government's reduction of the reduction obligation which increases emissions. Proposes faster permit processes and demands that the government stop hindering the expansion of wind power. Wants to set higher environmental requirements in public procurement and criticizes the government's economic cuts in the environmental area. Read the speech
Hydropower role in Sweden's electricity system and nuclear
- Notes that the authorities shall map the consequences of environmental assessments for the power system and review the national target value. Asks how the Minister views the classification of hydropower plants and whether more small power plants should be covered by a KMV classification. Read the speech
- Argues that the decommissioning of nuclear power was a democratic decision. Asks whether the government's intention is that more small-scale hydropower plants should be classified as heavily modified water or if they would rather invest in solar cells and battery storage. Read the speech
- Argues that there has never been a plan to prevent small-scale hydropower from obtaining modern environmental permits. Emphasizes that hydropower is unique through its regulation capability and suggests that some hydropower plants can be replaced with solar cells and battery storage. Read the speech
Liming of Swedish lakes: S demands funding for acidification
- Argues that the current appropriations for liming are insufficient and risk leading to acidification. Asks if the Minister intends to take measures to secure the necessary funding. Read the speech
- Argues that the government does not secure the funding required to maintain previous environmental gains. Asks if the Minister intends to use the budget for changes in the budget to provide the funds needed to secure the necessary liming. Read the speech
- Argues that the lack of sufficient funds leads to a lower degree of calcification. Warns that natural gains are lost and demands that funds be allocated to restore the level from 2022. Read the speech
Water management: marine law, wetlands and hydropower costs
- Want Sweden to lead the green transition through powerful investments and increased investment in wetlands. Argues that we must reduce emissions of nutrients and develop new methods for purifying wastewater. Read the speech
- Argues that the pause in the environmental permit process risks becoming a mere delay that affects the environment. Asks if the Sweden Democrats can ensure that the pause leads to constructive results instead of just delaying necessary environmental measures. Read the speech
- Criticizes the claim that political decisions have been made to shut down nuclear power. Asks what is being done to secure the operations of hydropower owners within the EU's taxonomy and what is being done to ensure that the pause leads to something constructive. Read the speech
- Asks why there is a reservation in the committee report regarding wetlands and why the resources for environmental monitoring have been reduced. Also asks whether the Moderaterna share the problem regarding the pause for the environmental assessment of hydropower. Read the speech
- Argues that the electricity crisis is not due to a lack of Swedish production but rather to high prices. Criticizes the government for reducing environmental monitoring and asks how the pause in the environmental assessment will be constructive for hydropower owners. Read the speech
- Questions about whether the member shares the view on the described problem regarding the pause and what the party is doing to ensure that the pause leads to something constructive. Read the speech
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- Argues that Sweden has had large electricity surpluses and has not had problems with electricity production. Wants electricity production to be expanded for the green transition and requests the government's plans for a new decision basis. Read the speech
Clean air goal: S wants tighter targets to save lives
- Argues that today's ambition levels for the environmental goal fresh air are too low and must be tightened. Wants the goal to be specified as research shows harmful effects at lower levels and that people die prematurely. Read the speech
- Argues that the target levels are too low in relation to the ambition for clean air. Asks if the government wants to specify the target levels to reach the original level of ambition and avoid premature deaths. Read the speech
- Argues that the current ambition level for air quality is set too low. Asks if the government can change its position and tighten the limits for important pollutants to reach the true ambition of avoiding premature deaths. Read the speech
Invasive alien species: funding cuts and EU compliance
- Argues that the government's substantial cuts mean that previous investments are wasted because combating invasive species requires long-term funds. Criticizes that the appropriation to combat these species on state land is reduced to zero kronor. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's savings in the environmental area are not a real saving as they entail biological and economic costs. Urges the minister to answer the questions with a focus on the work against invasive alien species on state land. Read the speech
- Argues that funds for the control of invasive species on state land are being reduced to zero. Criticizes that the cuts mean that previous efforts are lost and risks that Sweden will not comply with the EU regulation. Read the speech
Hydropower environmental permits: 12-month pause debate
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- Argues that the regulatory framework already requires sustainable operations and that the Water Framework Directive must be complied with. Criticizes that the pause risks becoming a delay with negative consequences for the environment and power producers. Read the speech
- Warnings that small-scale hydropower owners have too high expectations for the pause. Argues that the pause risks becoming a delay and criticizes the government's environmental and climate policy for being rhetoric rather than action. Read the speech
Environmental monitoring budget: S claims 25% cut to resources
- Criticizes that the budget for environmental monitoring is being reduced by a quarter until 2025 despite its important role. Argues that authorities and researchers express concern that the funding does not match the assignments and wants Sweden to be at the forefront with green research. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is a matter of savings rather than cost-effectiveness. Criticizes that the minister does not acknowledge that it is a reduction in ambition and points out that increased reporting to the EU places higher demands on Sweden. Read the speech
Energy policy, electricity subsidies, and climate policy debate
- Criticizes the government's priorities to reduce environmental ambitions and appropriations for biodiversity. Asks how the Minister for Climate and Environment views the future for LOVA projects given the government's budget cuts. Read the speech
Sweden's climate and environmental goals progress and policy
- Criticizes that the government has dismantled a policy that was projected to reach the 2030 goals and argues that the Minister for Finance seems to accept that the goals will not be reached. Asks if the minister is giving up the interim goals for 2030 and 2040. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's described climate policy is in fact the previous government's policy. Asks whether the government is giving up the interim targets and what the possibility looks like of obtaining a climate action plan that reaches the targets for 2030, 2040, and 2045. Read the speech
- Asks how the minister views the possibility of establishing a climate action plan negotiated with Sverigedemokraterna. Argues that it is difficult to interpret the government's position regarding the interim targets for 2030 and 2040. Read the speech
Crime, infrastructure, economy, housing and climate debate
- Criticizes the palace agreement for lacking environmental and climate policy proposals and argues that the government's policy is harmful to the climate transition. Argues that the absence of an environmental ministry and investments in nuclear power instead of offshore wind power jeopardize Sweden's climate goals and security. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.