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Johan Pehrson (L)
What Johan Pehrson 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.
Government policy, economic growth and social issues debate
- Argues that the government is delivering on liberal answers such as nuclear power and justice policy. Wants to introduce a knowledge school with a focus on discipline and study instead of screens as well as urges citizens to take a collective responsibility for the watchposts of democracy. Read the speech
- Thank the Speaker, the Parliament's staff, journalists and colleagues for their work and support. Also urge the other party leaders to consider the tone in the debate. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is important to distinguish between the issue and the person in the debate. Urges for a better tone in the Riksdag in order to be able to protect democracy and reach agreements. Read the speech
- Thanks for the books and argues that one has skilled employees. Read the speech
- Argues that prosperity is created through a strong business sector. Claims that this provides the conditions to finance important social functions such as defense, police and healthcare. Read the speech
- Wants Sweden to have the best system designers and programmers. Means that Sweden should own AI, but that this begins with one reading a book in first grade and being able to read after ninth grade. Read the speech
- Thanks for the cooperation that has occurred during the recent years to safeguard important values and create prosperity. Expresses appreciation for the conversations about life's great challenges. Read the speech
- Thanks for the book and expresses interest in the reuse of abandoned houses and farms. Read the speech
USA research policy: 500 million SEK to attract researchers
- Argues that the government has acted to secure Swedish research projects through a historically large research and innovation bill with permanent funds. Wants to stand up for academic freedom and has therefore appointed an inquiry on strengthened academic freedom. Read the speech
- Argues that the American administration's policy is a significant departure from the principle of academic freedom. Wants to investigate the universities' autonomy and welcomes international recruitment of excellence. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden should cooperate with allies within the EU and the Nordic region to safeguard academic freedom. Welcomes the opposition's willingness to invest more in research and emphasizes that the universities themselves are driving the issue of increased autonomy. Read the speech
- Welcomes the Social Democrats' commitment to being a counterforce to the US administration's policy. Argues that the government is working towards a constructive dialogue with the USA and emphasizes the importance of both openness and security in international cooperation. Read the speech
Course literature market status and crisis in Sweden
- Argues that Sweden is in a crisis that affects the availability of course literature. Suggests that mappings be carried out by UKÄ and SCB to obtain a better basis for future measures. Read the speech
- Argues that the ability to read and think is serious. Wants to see more investments in study techniques and research, and is awaiting MTM's report regarding Legimus to ensure legally secure access. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is sticking to increases in student aid to maintain a competitive system. Wants a broader knowledge base before further measures are taken to ensure that they are accurate. Read the speech
- Argues that a well-functioning market is best for reducing deficiencies. Emphasizes that the goal is for students to read literature, but that they must adapt to reading in multiple languages. Read the speech
Raoul Wallenberg Institute state funding and 10 million SEK
- Confirms that the Raoul Wallenberg Institute plays an important role in promoting knowledge of human rights. Argues that the government's proposed supplement of 10 million kronor is a much-needed support for the library activities during 2025. Read the speech
- Hope that the allocated supplement of 10 million secures the library for a time ahead. Argues that the quality of the research is crucial for funds and that the institute should seek funds through competition. Read the speech
- Argues that the supplement of 10 million is an important recognition of the institute's significance and unique research infrastructure. Argues that additional research funds should be distributed based on quality and that future funding should be handled in customary budget processes. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden should be a strong advocate for high-quality research in international law and human rights. Emphasizes that resources must be distributed based on quality and that the government will continue to follow the issue regarding the institute. Read the speech
Student grant increase: S wants 200 kr via new bank tax
- Answers questions about support for upper secondary school students by explaining that the study grant is part of the state's support to families with children. Argues that the government has strengthened households' purchasing power through tax cuts and reinforced job tax credits. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's policy focuses on strengthening households with the lowest economic standard through tax cuts. Explains that the apprentice allowance has been increased and that the government is ready to introduce further support if the economic situation worsens. Read the speech
- Argues that inflation is due to global factors and that the government has worked to lower it. Explains that the government has prioritized raising sickness benefit and guaranteed pensions and is open to raising the child allowance in future budgets. Read the speech
- Argues that increased taxes risk driving important activities out of Sweden and that an increased bank tax will be passed on to higher interest costs for the citizens. Criticizes the proposal on education tax as it causes the tax base to disappear. Read the speech
Foreign policy, education, healthcare and UNRWA funding
- Argues that tests are an important tool to ensure that students learn. Responds that the alternative to tests is that students do not receive help with their studies, which leads to difficulties in reality. Read the speech
- Argues that the skills shortage persists despite Sweden having doubled the number of places in higher education. Emphasizes that the government is investing in vocational training and a STEM strategy to meet future needs. Read the speech
- Argues that Swedish higher education institutions have a high degree of academic freedom. However, wants to strengthen autonomy through more foundations and proposes that the government proceed with the investigation on the institutions' form of association. Read the speech
- Argues that it is crucial to learn Swedish in order to be able to become a citizen, work and succeed in school. Wants to strengthen the language preschool and reform SFI teaching to give young people a future and empowerment. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working to push through initiatives in the research bill to attract young researchers to Sweden. Wants the Swedish Research Council to increase its pace to attract researchers from the USA to excellent environments. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to listen to the parties in the labor market. Wants to establish the Swedish knowledge school to strengthen basic knowledge and give young people the opportunity for both academic education and qualified vocational training. Read the speech
Rehearsal spaces and student union cuts to music venues
- Argues that popular education is important and that the government allocates over 4 billion SEK to the activity. Emphasizes that study associations have the freedom to prioritize and that the responsibility for funding is shared between the state, regions, and municipalities. Read the speech
- Argues that the appropriation adjustment requires reprioritizations and focus within the student unions. Emphasizes that the government invests in education through schools and libraries and advocates for the leisure card to give young people opportunities for cultural activities. Read the speech
- Argues that student unions are an important activity that the state continues to support. Emphasizes the importance of efficient resource use and tightened supervision following previous misuse. Advocates for the leisure card as a way to prioritize youth culture and education. Read the speech
- Argues that the study associations make an important contribution to education, but that the activities must undergo reprioritizations. Emphasizes that the state prioritizes the activities with 4 billion kronor and chooses to strengthen young people's opportunities for culture and leisure. Read the speech
Adult education in small municipalities and 4 billion SEK
- Argues that the government follows the development of folkbildning through progress reports. Highlights that the total state grant of 4 billion kronor is a comprehensive support and emphasizes the importance of the shared financing responsibility. Read the speech
- Argues that accountability implies priorities and that the state grant of 1.6 billion kronor is extensive. Explains that the reduction of the grant enables investments in folk high schools and adult education to increase people's own empowerment. Read the speech
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Equality in research policy: L wants to adjust sub-targets
- Argues that equal conditions for similar work and similar merits must apply to women and men to ensure quality in education and research. Wants universities to analyze equality in order to identify quality risks and good examples of measures. Read the speech
- Argues that equality is crucial for the quality of education and research. Explains that the government is taking measures through recruitment targets and analyses to identify quality risks. Points out that current quantitative methods do not provide sufficient knowledge about the effects of equality on quality. Read the speech
- Argues that adjustments of the sub-targets are made to ensure quantitative indicators at national and international levels. Explains that a lack of adequate measuring tools makes it difficult to follow up whether equality was strengthened. Read the speech
- Argues that equality is a fundamental quality factor for achieving excellence in education and research. Wants to identify and counteract structures that hinder women to ensure that meritocracy applies in reality. Read the speech
Artistic education at Luleå University and Campus Piteå
- Argues that the autonomy of higher education institutions is an important principle to ensure high quality in education and research. Clarifies that all education grants, including artistic education, are adjusted with annual price and wage calculations. Read the speech
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- Argues that the educational institutions themselves control the sizing of education based on demand and the labor market's needs. Points out that the university college (yrkeshögskolan) is an important form of education for skills supply within the cultural industries. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has a strategy to strengthen the cultural and creative industries until 2033. Points out that UKÄ has been tasked with following up on the artistic education's contribution to the skills supply. Read the speech
Public education preparedness: cuts to folk high schools
- Sees folkbildning as an important force in society and emphasizes civil society's role in Sweden's civil defense. Argues that the extensive state support of 4 billion SEK enables significant folkbildning activities. Read the speech
- Underlines the importance of education and enlightenment for a resilient society. Argues that the budget for 2025 contains major investments in education and that the support for adult education is extensive. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is making necessary prioritizations by providing extra support to folk high schools while study associations receive cuts. Emphasizes that the total state support is extensive and contributes to strengthening the Swedish total defense. Read the speech
- Clarifies that the government is strengthening support for the folk high schools. Argues that the responsible tapering off of resources to study associations is part of a broad public education that is also funded by regions and municipalities. Read the speech
Duty material legislation for social media and research
- Argues that a new, legally secure and long-term sustainable regulatory framework is important because the current mandatory legislation is not adapted to digital development. Points out that the matter is legally and technically complicated and is being prepared within the Government Offices. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important that the legislation is legally certain, purposeful, and long-term sustainable. Emphasizes that the analysis must take into account copyright complexity and technical requirements, and that it is better for the legislation to be correct than for it to be fast. Read the speech
- Argues that the legislation is adapted to Swedish conditions and experiences from other countries. Wants to find a regulation that is correct from the start by balancing the rights holders' interests against society's needs. Emphasizes that the issue is complex due to the interplay between national legislation and the EU's copyright rules. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue is relevant to the Royal Library's mission. Hopes that procedures can be established as soon as possible to more efficiently use the grants the library receives for its tasks. Read the speech
Ideologies and academic freedom in Swedish higher education
- Argues that academic freedom is fundamental for quality and democracy and must be promoted and protected. Wants to commission an investigator to propose measures to strengthen the protection of academic freedom. Read the speech
- Argues that cooperation between parties with different ideological starting points is necessary to solve societal problems. Emphasizes the importance of defending political freedom, the freedom of the courts, the freedom of the mass media, and academic freedom. Read the speech
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- Wants to make Sweden a sharp knowledge nation where more people get chances to contribute. Argues that students must be well-prepared to avoid remedial teaching in academic education and emphasizes the importance of freedom of the mass media. Read the speech
Resource schools for upper secondary students with special needs
- Argues that the resource school is a way to organize education for students with special support and that municipalities have the freedom to decide the organization. Explains that the government has taken measures through a clarified regulatory framework, investigations into school funding norms, and improved student health. Also describes initiatives for staff reinforcements and more special education teachers to strengthen the school's conditions. Read the speech
- Argues that efforts to ensure more people succeed in school must be made across the board, starting from preschool. Emphasizes that the government is working on a ten-year primary school, more pathways into upper secondary school, and a new grading system. Explains that previous initiatives on total inclusion have led to dropouts, which is why the government is now investing in special education teacher training and more teaching groups. Also emphasizes investments in school social teams, safety teams, and a restructuring of teacher education. Read the speech
- Confirms that the government is investigating a national school funding norm to create a more equitable operation across the country. Argues that a resource school is a way to organize support and that the municipalities have the freedom to choose the organization themselves. Read the speech
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Higher education quality: autonomy and rental pricing models
- Argues that the educational institutions rent their premises at market rents and that the government has increased the compensation for education. Explains that the reduced floor area is due to space efficiency and inflation, and that the educational institutions themselves decide on the design of the premises. Read the speech
- Argues that higher education has grown enormously to meet competence needs. Wants to investigate forms of association to give the educational institutions more academic freedom and autonomy. Argues that resources have increased significantly and that market-based rents are required to avoid distortion of competition. Read the speech
- Argues that the educational institutions themselves manage their finances and are responsible for their costs. Emphasizes that the real estate market is competitive and that subsidized rents risk distorting the competition. Read the speech
- Wants reinforced autonomy by allowing educational institutions increased freedom to choose funding methods for their properties. Argues that premises should have an efficient management, be sustainable and meet high environmental target requirements. Read the speech
Student support system review: L wants redesign, S wants inquiry
- Argues that the current student support system needs a review because the fundamentals have not changed since 2001. Wants the system to be adapted to the future's education system and the labor market's needs in order to increase efficiency and throughput. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue will be addressed within the Government Offices. Assures that he listens to the opposition's views and explains that the parties can influence the system through the investigation process, referral bodies, and motions in the Riksdag. Read the speech
- Argues that the government focuses on quality rather than quantity to increase the throughput and efficiency of the student support system. Clarifies that only the general student grant system shall be reviewed, not transition student support or grants to upper secondary school students. Read the speech
- Refers to the fact that the question of the investigation's design and content is being prepared in the Government Offices in accordance with good Swedish administrative tradition. Informs that he will return with a notification when the preparation is complete, whereupon an investigation will be appointed. Read the speech
DEI initiatives in education: meritocracy and woke ideology
- Argues that the institutions' autonomy and academic freedom are prerequisites for high quality. Emphasizes that recruitment should be based on merit, skill, and open competition to attract the best researchers. Read the speech
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- Argues that recruitment should be based on meritocracy and defends liberal values such as openness and the rule of law. Argues that educational institutions should oppose discrimination to create a welcoming environment and analyze factors that can lead to women being overlooked. Read the speech
- Argues that equality and non-discrimination are liberal values. Wants everyone to be given the chance to reach higher education through student financing and emphasizes that meritocracy should apply without anyone being discriminated against because of their background. Read the speech
Social policy, environment, labor market and school issues
- Argues that the government is working on school safety issues. Proposes that all schools should work with preparedness plans and further strengthen school safety. Emphasizes that unauthorized persons should not be present at schools and that staff and students should practice evacuation. Read the speech
- Argues that all schools should work actively to prevent unauthorized persons from staying at the school. The schools shall have a plan for this which is adapted to the students' age and the physical conditions. Read the speech
- Assures that it is central for the government to have an effective adult education. Argues that actors who do not conduct the education correctly will be followed up and that all grades must be correct. Read the speech
- Argues that hatred is the basis for many heinous crimes. Explains that the government has strengthened efforts against violent extremism and increased resources to the Security Service. Warns against drawing premature conclusions about the motive behind the murder in Örebro. Read the speech
- Means that the government does not rule out any measures to stop crime within adult education. Explains that the support to Skolinspektionen has been strengthened for better oversight and that state grants can be withdrawn in the event of identified deficiencies. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's work to strengthen schools' protection includes contingency plans, limiting unauthorized access, and opportunities to search bags. Emphasizes that the government's measures against weapons and the need for more interventions within psychiatry are important. Read the speech
- Argues that investments in higher education are central and that reinforcements have been made in both STEM education. Acknowledges that the price tags are higher on the artistic education and wants to return to the question. Read the speech
Economy, energy, crime and social issues party debate
- Argues that Sweden needs stronger cooperation with the EU and a transition from the krona to the euro to protect the economy. Wants to re-regulate the school by giving teachers more decision-making power, introducing maximum class sizes, and investing in drill practice and real textbooks. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats are constantly changing their minds and want to raise taxes. Asks why the Social Democrats are against the principle of half remaining. Read the speech
- Asks which taxes the Social Democrats want to increase. Argues that increased marginal taxes make it more expensive to get an education and work a lot, which hinders the development of Swedish industry and research. Read the speech
- Want to discuss labor immigration to strengthen Sweden as an industrial power. Asks if more can be done to increase the attractiveness for specialists and experts to come to the country. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing in schools and vocational training to bridge the gap between the unemployed and available jobs. Emphasizes that it is important that people from other countries can come to Sweden to work in, for example, the tech and medical industries. Read the speech
- Argues that the galloping screen time harms young people's health and school results. Wants to introduce night locks on mobiles, regulate addictive algorithms and return to a school that goes from screen to binder. Read the speech
- Confirms that the school must return to the basics by strengthening the decision-making authority of principals and teachers in the classroom. Proposes that disruptive students are quickly met by safety teams, that more special education teachers are hired, and that curricula as well as teacher training are restructured. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalization has led to pedagogically substandard experiments and a lack of order. Wants to re-regulate the school through, among other things, half-classes, caps, and a minimum school fee norm to create stability and increased equality. Read the speech
- Confirms that the Liberals will raise the issue of waste consumption from Chinese companies with the government. Argues that the work will take place at the EU level to counter dumping and secure Swedish and European industry. Read the speech
- Argues that consumer policy is part of the government cooperation and wants the government to support proposals for a national ban on PFAS substances in clothing. Wants to reduce waste consumption and hopes for legislative proposals that the Riksdag can vote through. Read the speech
Student finances and debt: L says grant is enough, V says no
- Argues that the Swedish student support is one of the world's most generous and that the student loans are well-balanced to cover reasonable living costs. Explains that the reminder fee is necessary to cover administrative costs and that the government monitors the indebtedness closely. Read the speech
- Argues that the student grant is generous and very good from an international perspective. Points out that most students have a good experience, but that certain groups may have a strained economy depending on the rental situation. Read the speech
- Argues that the CSN interest rate is significantly lower than market interest rates and that the lag is due to the system being self-financing without a profit motive. Explains that the student grants are an encouragement but that students must make their own contribution through loans. Read the speech
- Argues that the generous student grant and the loan portion are sufficient to cover students' average expenses. Emphasizes that it is important for young people to invest in their education to contribute to the building of society. Read the speech
Direct awards and cronyism at the Office of the Chancellor
- Means that he takes the tasks seriously and that the department has had a direct dialogue with the director-general. Emphasizes that the authority itself decides on internal governance and that the Competition Authority examines the procurement rules. Read the speech
- Argues that the authorities themselves are responsible for internal governance and organization. Points out that an agency analysis has shown internal problems with governance and emphasizes that the government has confidence in the agency leadership as long as nothing else is reported. Read the speech
- Means that the government takes the information seriously and has conducted focused dialogues with the Director General to restore confidence. Points out that the issue of direct procurement has been reported to the Competition Authority and that he cannot comment on it. Read the speech
- Argues that the department has conducted a very thorough evaluation of the matter. Explains that heads of agencies need to dare to make decisions and that the government has confidence in them as long as nothing else is reported. Read the speech
Cuts to study associations and impact on children and elderly
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- Denies that the motive for the cuts is to silence critics. Argues that study associations must prioritize and streamline operations to avoid tax money being lost in administration. Also argues that certain activities can be conducted in premises other than those of the study associations. Read the speech
- Argues that the student unions must prioritize and streamline the use of the 1.6 billion they receive. Explains that the government prioritizes schools, vocational training, and folk high schools to promote self-sufficiency and popular education. Read the speech
- Argues that the gradual reprioritization of resources is responsible. Explains that the goal is for the municipalities to be able to prioritize study associations or other actors, such as libraries and folk high schools, in order to promote adult education. Read the speech
Extended compulsory schooling to age 18 to combat crime
- Argues that it is important for young people to receive a high school education to reduce the risk of crime. Explains that the government is investigating new vocational training to enable more young people to complete high school. Read the speech
- Argues that most young people still choose to continue their studies. Points out that some individuals may benefit from working for a while before returning to education and warns that extended compulsory schooling can prevent students from completing upper secondary school. Read the speech
- Argues that one should avoid compulsory solutions and instead invest in introductory programs and vocational training. Rejects proposals for a general compulsory education as the individual's uniqueness must be respected. Argues that the municipalities are responsible for ensuring that young people have a meaningful leisure time. Read the speech
- Argues that the individual's unique needs should be respected. Suggests that it may be better for some individuals to work instead of being subject to a compulsory education requirement if it helps them to get their lives in order. Read the speech
Government work on schools, welfare, defense and AI potential
- Argues that young people need access to a good education in order to be able to contribute to their own empowerment. Explains that the government takes responsibility through the re-regulation of libraries and carries out one of the largest investments of state resources into the school. Read the speech
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- Argues that education and enlightenment are fundamental for democracy and prosperity. Explains that the government has added permanent resources to the folk high schools to counteract the effects of inflation. Read the speech
- Wants to further develop the cooperation with regions, municipalities and the EU's funding system to bring in more resources for adult education. Argues that adult education is important and that the government is clear about increased requirements for quality. Read the speech
- Argues that the government and the coalition partner agree that school staff should not have to report children who are present without papers to other authorities. However, emphasizes that the school is obliged to report very serious crime. Read the speech
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- Argues that Sweden needs more skilled professionals and that the mission aims to create high-quality courses that meet the needs of the labor market. Wants to ensure that there are several paths into upper secondary school, not least to a vocational education. Read the speech
- Argues that children have their own rights and should not be subjected to a life of oppression. Explains that the government is working on the issue through an expanded travel ban and training of staff so that they will dare to make reports of concern. Read the speech
- Argues that AI cheating at universities is a deplorable development and very serious. Has tasked the Office of the Chancellor of the Universities to investigate how AI tools are misused so that students do not escape learning important things. Read the speech
- Argues that academia should not be polarized and that its autonomy should be protected. Emphasizes that it is important that the government does not dictate how one should act. Read the speech
Campus-based education: S wants double investment for centers
- Argues that a well-functioning supply of skills is crucial for Sweden's development. Confirms that the state grant for learning centers remains at the current level and explains that the definition of campus education lies with the Swedish Council for Higher Education. Read the speech
- Argues that distance education and decentralized educational environments are important for adults who study in combination with work and family life. Emphasizes that these educations must maintain high quality in terms of both pedagogy and technology. Read the speech
- Argues that the quality and throughput of distance education must be scrutinized carefully. Argues that additional state support requires tax increases, which could harm the business sector and investments. Emphasizes that the government is making major investments in educational institutions north of the Dalälven. Read the speech
- Highlights the importance of distance education and hybrids to ensure quality. Argues that the principle of half remaining is reasonable to encourage education and investments, and that high earners contribute significantly to the common good through tax. Read the speech
Sweden's EU role, economy, migration, defense and climate
- Argues that EU membership has strengthened Sweden's freedom and prosperity. Wants Europe to take the lead for Ukraine, the climate, and competitiveness. Advocates for the introduction of the euro as well as a European moratorium on nuclear power shutdowns. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden belongs in the center of Europe. Asks whether Sweden does not become stronger through membership in the euro cooperation than with just the Swedish krona. Read the speech
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- Asks whether Jimmie Åkesson considers that a deeper, stronger and more resilient EU benefits Sweden against China, Russia and Iran. Argues that a stronger EU is required to meet challenges from these countries. Read the speech
- Argues that deeper European cooperation implies a deepened internal market, increased research, and stronger economic cooperation. Advocates for more police cooperation at the EU level to combat crime while preserving cultural diversity. Read the speech
- Asks what the Center Party thinks about the euro. Argues that Sweden should participate in the deeper European cooperation in order to increase the Swedish people's influence over their own future. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden becomes stronger through a stronger Europe and a Swedish participation in the European cooperation. Asks if the Center Party can have its own opinion or if they are dependent on an investigation. Read the speech
- Argues that the tech giants' algorithms harm children's learning and well-being. Wants a European strategy with age limits for social media and night locks to protect young people from addictive screen use. Read the speech
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- Argues that it must be possible to intervene in digital environments to control abuses that destroy people's lives. Confirms that an intensive cooperation with the Ministry of Justice is taking place to handle the issue without "throwing the baby out with the bathwater". Read the speech
- Argues that rational forestry is necessary for the climate and the economy. Advocates that the state uses resources to purchase and protect forests, but admits that this is not always sufficient. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden has a lot of protected forest today but wants to protect even more. Advocates for a responsible cooperation with the forest industry to preserve biodiversity while the industry is used for welfare and prosperity. Read the speech
Upper secondary education dimensioning and labor market needs
- Wants to improve the supply of skills by prioritizing funds for more places within the university college and vocational adult education. Proposes an increase of the apprenticeship allowance to 1,500 kronor per month from 2025. Read the speech
- Argues that the free school system needs to be significantly changed. Emphasizes the importance of cooperation between municipalities, vocational schools, and the business sector to meet the skills supply. Confirms that deficiencies in the education system exist and that the government is closely following the development of the reform. Read the speech
- Argues that cooperation between school and industry is important to solve the skills shortage and create empowerment. Wants students in vocational programs not to be ruled out by higher education requirements and emphasizes the importance of young people completing a upper secondary education. Read the speech
- Argues that education should pay off and that it is in the interest of municipal school authorities to cooperate with other actors. Follows the reform's development so that more young people can receive a high school education that leads to jobs. Read the speech
Strengthening academic freedom: L wants less bureaucracy
- Argues that academic freedom is an important part of democracy that needs to be protected. Wants to reduce the administrative superstructure to give the higher education institutions better conditions for education and research, as well as exempt certain research from requirements for ethics approval. Read the speech
- Argues that academic freedom is strong but can be strengthened by reducing administrative and bureaucratic burdens. Wants to push for strengthening freedom and encouraging groundbreaking technology to increase Sweden's competitiveness. Read the speech
- Argues that the base level is being significantly increased and that the current level of research funding is balanced. Wants to focus on the STEM field to industrialize Sweden and reduce bureaucracy by relying on colleges and universities. Read the speech
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Climate policy, forestry, school, and military ties to Israel
- Argues that the folkbildning (popular education) has been tightened to eliminate cheating and incorrect courses. Explains that the decision is based on the fact that the studieförbundet (study association) lacks capacity and that its basis is not liberal values. Read the speech
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- Argues that parents have the responsibility for their children. Argues that the school and preschool must compensate and support children when parents abdicate or lack capacity. Read the speech
- Argues that the parents have the decisive responsibility for the children's upbringing. Simultaneously emphasizes that the school has an important role and that social services must complement this. Read the speech
- Argues that European cooperation is very important. Wants to ensure that Sweden stays far ahead by lifting Swedish research to a higher level with a focus on excellence and quality. Read the speech
- Argues that antisemitism is a darkness that plagues Jews. Emphasizes that the government is making great efforts to protect Jewish life in Sweden and describes the cooperation with the Swedish Committee against Antisemitism as very good. Read the speech
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- Argues that knowledge and education are important for being a conscious consumer. Emphasizes that resources and growth are required for people to be able to afford food and that the government does not overrule the authorities' decisions regarding competition legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Folkbildningsrådet makes its own decisions and that the study association in question has had strong grounds. Emphasizes that folkbildning (popular education) should be built on democracy and that studies that are not linked to the liberal democratic state should not be state-funded. Read the speech
Higher education places: L prioritizes quality and tech
- Argues that the government's education policy should prioritize high quality over expansion. Explains that the compensation is increased for certain areas and proposes additional funds for more places within regional vocational adult education to increase the employability of the unemployed. Read the speech
- Argues that the redistribution aims to strengthen quality and provide the labor market with competence in areas including natural sciences and technology. Prioritizes higher quality over more places with lower quality and emphasizes that low throughput in independent distance courses is a quality problem. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's ambition is high and that investments in natural sciences and technology are necessary for the green transition. Explains that the compensation model aims to match the labor market's needs and that the prioritization is based on the need for more teacher-led education. Read the speech
- Argues that authorities must have autonomy to make their own decisions within their budgets. Explains that quality is prioritized over quantity to ensure that the training maintains the level that the outside world requires. Read the speech
Northern Sweden studies: L's investment vs S's 40m cut
- Rejects that the government intends to limit resources for independent courses. Argues that the higher education institutions in the north have good conditions for both campus-based and distance education and that the government is investing in engineering programs as well as higher quality within humanities and law. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing in engineering, healthcare, and teacher training to increase quality and strengthen Sweden in the labor market. Points out that higher education institutions in northern Sweden have had grant savings and that the student grant is one of the best in the world. Read the speech
- Argues that the quality of higher education must be prioritized through increased teacher-led activities and investments in engineering programs. Wants the education to be of high quality throughout the country to meet the needs of the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that higher education has grown significantly and that the investments have been reasonable to meet the skills shortage. Wants to focus on a research proposition that emphasizes excellence and groundbreaking technology to meet international competition. Read the speech
Education funding for folk high schools and study associations
- Argues that the government's policy focuses on increased transparency and traceability within study associations due to previous cheating. Wants to highlight that the folk high schools are important for giving people a second chance and emphasizes that permanent funds have been invested to support these. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing permanent resources in folk high schools and additional funds for persons with functional variations. Explains that changes in study associations aim to increase transparency and security in order to counter cheating and crime. Read the speech
- Argues that democratic criteria are crucial for publicly funded folkbildning. Wants the investigation to be reviewed by referral bodies in order to later be able to present proposals on how folkbildning can be further strengthened. Read the speech
Education access: Folk high school grants and place numbers
- Argues that popular education is an important force for democracy and national security. Explains that the government proposes extensive state grants to folk high schools and study associations for 2025, including increased support for persons with disabilities. Read the speech
CSN processing times: government measures and student grants
- Explains that the great interest and a complex regulatory framework have created long processing times for the transition study support. Argues that the government has taken measures through regulatory simplifications, automation, and an additional 50 million kronor to shorten the processing times. Read the speech
- Argues that the student grant is an important benefit for everyone and that the government is now adding funds to reduce the pressure on CSN. Notes that most receive a decision within two weeks despite a small increase in processing times. Read the speech
- Argues that manual reviews are important in cases of uncertainty to avoid incorrect payments. Wants simplifications and financial supplements to increase efficiency and shorten processing times. Read the speech
- Argues that high requirements and quality should characterize the Swedish education system. Emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the Swedish student support system. Read the speech
Government policy on economy, welfare, security and climate
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- Argues that new nuclear power is a necessary base power. Asks why the Social Democrats want to stop the risk-sharing model that has been crucial for the power industry's growth in Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that investments in new nuclear power are necessary to meet Sweden's electrification and future energy needs. Criticizes the Social Democrats for wanting to stop these investments and describes their alternatives as unclear. Read the speech
- Argues that school should be a state responsibility and that extensive deregulation has created challenges. Asks whether the Sverigedemokraterna will support demands for strong regulations, profit caps, and measures against charlatans. Read the speech
- Argues that free schools require strict regulation. Wants to maximize transparency in Swedish schools, especially those operated as limited companies, to ensure that resources go to students, teachers, and support measures. Read the speech
- Argues that the left in Sweden and France have links to Islamism. Criticizes terror romanticism surrounding Hamas, Hezbollah and the Houthis and asks how Vänsterpartiet intends to prevent these forces from growing. Read the speech
- Asks what Vänsterpartiet is doing to prevent hate and polarization in society. Argues that Vänsterpartiet must ensure that it stops the attraction to its party from forces that spread hate. Read the speech
- Argues that school has been made more difficult by screens at the expense of creativity and perseverance. Asks if Amanda Lind shares Peter Eriksson's concern regarding this. Read the speech
- Argues that it is brave to challenge experts who warn about the impact of algorithms on children. Confirms that the government is implementing changes for more textbooks and libraries, but questions whether the opposing party shares the acknowledgment that one went too far with screens. Read the speech
- Argues that early screen use impairs children's learning and focus. Wants to limit screen use in school and preschool by investing in more textbooks and folders to increase endurance. Read the speech
- Confirms that the school is suffering a knowledge collapse and wants to air out a postmodernist view of knowledge by focusing on facts. Proposes that the free school policy be restructured and the focus on order and knowledge increased to improve the results in Pisa. Read the speech
- Argues that language poverty is due to weak integration policy and wants to strengthen Swedish language initiatives in preschool. Suggests that students should attend holiday school more often and earlier to achieve passing grades. Read the speech
- Argues that the aviation tax is ineffective and risks damaging Sweden's attractiveness by driving air travel to other countries. Responds that the solution to aviation emissions is to cooperate within the EU rather than restricting aviation nationally. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's climate policy is sustainable for both companies and families. Explains that the economic surplus was created by Swedish companies' technology and green investments, not by the Miljöpartiet's reduction obligation. Read the speech
Subsidized employment: combating cheating and new requirements
- Argues that subsidized employments have positive effects for people far from the labor market. Explains that the government has taken measures for better control, including the establishment of Utbetalningsmyndigheten and new legislation to counter fraud and incorrect payments. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is making investments in the justice system and creating the Swedish Payments Agency to ensure the correct use of welfare funds. Emphasizes that subsidized employment is important for labor market policy and that the compensation has been lowered to reduce fraud. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is now taking necessary measures to combat fraud with subsidized employment through the upgrading of the justice system and improved information exchange. Emphasizes the importance of resources to prosecute criminals and investigates secrecy reductions. Read the speech
- Welcomes the proposals from the Socialdemokraterna. Argues that the subsidized jobs are for people who are far from the labor market to give them a chance at self-sufficiency and freedom. Read the speech
Unemployment insurance: tapering after 100, 200, 300 days
- Argues that the unemployment insurance should function as a transition insurance where a clearer tapering strengthens the incentives for job seekers to find new work. The Government considers that private insurances should not be able to neutralize these tapering provisions. Read the speech
- Argues that the ability to transition is the most important part of the security. Explains that the proposal contains a more direct tapering and complementary insurance with clear limitations. Also emphasizes investments in establishment jobs and transition support. Read the speech
- Argues that there is an agreement on raising the ceiling for the right to allowances and the lowest floor in guarantees. Explains that the tapering after 100, 200 and 300 days is a consequence of maintaining the allowance as a strong transition insurance. Read the speech
- Argues that the new unemployment insurance with a clear tapering is a good Swedish model that is combined with strong efforts for further education. Emphasizes that the focus must be on a growing economy to create jobs. Read the speech
Integration policy goals: individual responsibility and work
- Argues that Sweden needs a new direction for integration policy where the individual responsibility to become a part of society is clarified. Wants to re-establish the work principle so that everyone who can work does so by making it profitable to move from benefits to work. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's new integration policy focuses on personal responsibility and empowerment. Emphasizes that investments create jobs, that language is crucial and that school is most important to counter exclusion. Read the speech
- Informs that an investigation is being prepared to concretize integration goals. Argues that Sweden should offer opportunities but also set requirements on individuals. Explains that the investigation examines establishment and housing benefits to ensure that it always pays to work. Read the speech
- Argues that the government wants to strengthen integration by offering opportunities but also by setting requirements. Promises to prepare the proposals and emphasizes that the individual's responsibility and knowledge of Swedish are crucial for a functioning integration. Read the speech
Government policy, EU cooperation, crime and social issues
- Argues that it is serious and inappropriate and that the Sweden Democrats themselves have taken measures. Emphasizes that the consequence of the person's inappropriate behavior is very clear. Read the speech
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- Argues that a strong EU is important for solving common challenges. Emphasizes that Sweden needs to cooperate with other countries to manage climate work, combat crime, and secure economic investments. Read the speech
- Argues that a forward-leaning and active cooperation in the EU benefits people in Sweden. Claims that the cooperation increases freedom and enables a common stance against Russia. Read the speech
- Argues that the objective for integration should be clear and encompass self-sufficiency, education, and cultural anchoring. Emphasizes that the solution to unemployment among newcomers is that they learn more Swedish and receive better basic education. Read the speech
- Argues that school is the key to opportunities and knowledge. Proposes more language preschool and increased practice in reading, arithmetic, and writing to help students with linguistic challenges. Therefore wants to reform school policy by replacing digital screens with books. Read the speech
- Argues that better matching in the labor market occurs by individuals receiving skills and education. Emphasizes that vocational college educations respond well to the labor demand and that one must be open to labor immigration. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government has provided 9 billion kronor to alleviate the difficult situation in the regions. Explains that inflation is the cause of the problems and that the regions have full taxing rights and responsibility for healthcare. Read the speech
- Argues that Ung Företagsamhet is an important activity for young people to try their hand at becoming entrepreneurs. Emphasizes that successful entrepreneurs require knowledge and that the focus must therefore be on improving results in school. Read the speech
- Expresses sympathy for the tragic case. Argues that the migration legislation contains a portal paragraph on the best interests of the child, but that it is difficult to act in individual cases. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes crimes against young people very seriously. Explains that the government is investigating the possibility of using crime provocation to reach those who commit serious crimes and abuse children. Read the speech
- Argues that the new [akassan] is a product of an investigation with broad support in research and referral responses. Explains that the model involves a gradual tapering with higher ceilings and floors to include more in the protection. Read the speech
- Argues that self-sufficiency is crucial for the individual's empowerment. Emphasizes that the path there goes through learning Swedish, through help and support via subsidized employment as well as through a reformed regulatory framework for labor immigration. Read the speech
EU election priorities: Special police, Gripen to Ukraine
- Argues that a deeper and stronger European cooperation is necessary to solve climate change, defend Ukraine, and combat cross-border crime. Wants to see more nuclear reactors in Europe and reinforced operational police cooperation. Read the speech
- Argues that a stronger Sweden requires a stronger Europe that takes responsibility in the climate transition through a powerful climate plan. Asks if the Social Democrats are prepared to work for more nuclear power and against closing functioning nuclear power in Europe. Read the speech
- Argues that Europe needs new, clean and carbon-free electricity to stop climate change. Suggests that Sweden needs to build ten new nuclear reactors to contribute to a carbon-free Europe. Read the speech
- Argues that a strong Europe is necessary to meet challenges such as Russia, the climate, and gang crime. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet and Sverigedemokraterna for experimenting with svexit and asks if Åkesson will ever push for it. Read the speech
- Argues that the government shares responsibility for important reforms to strengthen Sweden's security, migration, energy, and school. Emphasizes the importance of European climate plans, strong support for Ukraine, and increased cooperation to solve gang crime. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Centre Party for not fighting for full participation in the European cooperation. Asks whether their opposition to the euro is based on the Farmers' Union, eco-humanism or liberalism. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is vulnerable because the country does not participate fully in the economic cooperation. Proposes stronger cooperation to benefit companies, citizens, and investments. Read the speech
- Wants to exchange the krona for the euro to strengthen Sweden's security. Argues that a weak currency makes Sweden poorer and weaker, and that membership in the eurozone is necessary for Swedish influence and prosperity. Read the speech
- Argues that the cooperation with the Sweden Democrats in the Tidö Agreement aims to solve real societal problems. Proposes that all parties with state support should be prohibited from using false flags through legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that the party takes responsibility for Sweden through the Tidö Agreement and proposes legislation to stop false flag. Rejects taking responsibility for other parties' actions and emphasizes that they trust themselves. Read the speech
- Argues that it is central to strengthen the European defense union. Wants Europe's countries to take greater responsibility for producing and providing defense materiel and ammunition, both for their own use and to support Ukraine. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must improve at the European level when it comes to delivering ammunition. Wants to take further steps forward in the defense union to ensure that promises regarding shells can be delivered. Read the speech
Unemployment insurance tapering: L's jobs vs S's inequality
- Explains that impact assessments for gender equality and economic outcomes are ongoing and will be completed in connection with the ordinance work. Clarifies that allocation to labor market policy programs is not a right but is based on need and suitability. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's initiatives on electricity support, housing allowance, and increased compensation protect the most vulnerable against inflation. Explains that the proposal for a reduction every fourth month is a clear transition insurance supported by research. Read the speech
- Argues that a consistent tapering of the unemployment insurance strengthens the insurance as a transition insurance and creates conditions for more jobs. Explains that the proposal is largely cost-neutral and that the compensation levels are raised so that more people qualify. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing in adult education to give people opportunities to support themselves through work. Claims that the clear tapering of the unemployment insurance (a-kassa) will not disadvantage people in unemployment. Read the speech
Youth unemployment regional differences and Arbetsförmedlingen
- Argues that combating inflation through restrained fiscal policy is the most important measure to strengthen the economy. Wants to strengthen the job guarantee for young people, increase the number of educational places and increase mobility among the unemployed. Read the speech
- Argues that the most important path to employability is that young people acquire competence through education. Emphasizes that parents have the responsibility for the children's expectations and support and that education is the solution to meet the companies' needs. Read the speech
- Confirms that tax cuts alone do not solve youth unemployment and argues that a completed upper secondary education increases the opportunities for jobs. Criticizes high marginal taxes and taxes on education and banks that harm growth and create fewer jobs. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen is now making changes to better help people who are far from the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that increased competition in the banking market benefits the citizens. Criticizes increased taxes for companies and education as it hinders growth and employment. Wants to lower marginal taxes to attract competence and create jobs. Read the speech
Matching services: Government management and private actors
- Answers questions about reduced appropriations by explaining that the government prioritizes cost-effective, workplace-proximate interventions. Argues that the funds were not fully utilized and that the focus is now shifting to internships, labor market training, and regular education. Read the speech
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- Argues that "taking back control" means providing opportunities and establishing tough regulations to counter cheating. Emphasizes that regular education is crucial and that the government focuses on increasing requirements for job seekers. Read the speech
- Criticizes the rhetoric of "taking back control". Argues that the government maintains the current level for private matching actors and moves resources to well-tested education. Welcomes private actors within the university college. Read the speech
Vocational training development and labor market resources
- Argues that a well-functioning labor market requires specific measures to improve matching and support the skills supply. Prioritizes investments in more locations within the university colleges and vocational adult education to meet the skills demand and improve individuals' opportunities for employment. Read the speech
- Argues that authorities must manage resources carefully due to the recession and inflation. Wants labor market training to be cost-effective, focus on the core mission and lead to jobs by increasing the number of training places. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen makes important efforts to get people into jobs. Emphasizes that labor market trainings must maintain high quality, be completed, and be combined with reinforced Swedish language instruction to increase employability. Read the speech
- Argues that it is decent to upgrade the school so that students receive sufficient grades to support themselves. Emphasizes that Arbetsförmedlingen offers opportunities but sets requirements on the individuals. Read the speech
Labor market for young people: Arbetsförmedlingen and cuts
- Argues that combating inflation is necessary to strengthen the economy. Increases the Arbetsförmedlingen's appropriations to meet increased unemployment and prioritizes funds for the vocational college and adult education to improve skills matching. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working to reform the economy by combating inflation and making Sweden attractive for investments. Emphasizes the importance of an educational line with a focus on basic skills and reading. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is shifting labor market policy towards efficiency by combining opportunities with requirements. Emphasizes the importance of fighting inflation to stimulate investments and real wage increases, as well as investments in vocational training to create jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the policy must be restructured to create a brighter future. Emphasizes that the conditions for employment are very good for those with a high school education and that the school must focus more on order, reading, and arithmetic. Read the speech
Healthcare capacity, labor market policy and social issues
- Argues that the Riksdag must handle the legislation correctly to protect vulnerable people. Explains that the Riksdag owns the issue and that the government does not interfere in how the authorities handle the unintended consequences. Read the speech
- Argues that lower taxes on labor are part of an active labor market policy. Emphasizes that vocational training is the way to bridge the skills gap and that the government is investing heavily in vocational training to create important jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal to reform the unemployment insurance with a raised ceiling and floor is an improvement. Wants to link the compensation to the income to make the system more efficient and re-establish the work and education line. Read the speech
- Argues that the government offers a country and opportunities but sets requirements that newcomers must learn Swedish, understand Swedish society and its values. Also emphasizes the importance of education. Read the speech
Long-term unemployed: Arbetsförmedlingen efficiency and cuts
- Argues that the government, through the regulatory letters for 2024, prioritizes matching the long-term unemployed with employers. Emphasizes that education is an important tool and invests in more places within the university colleges and adult education. Read the speech
- Argues that the long-term unemployed often lack basic skills and language. Claims that Arbetsförmedlingen can fulfill its mission with current resources through increased efficiency and by utilizing establishment jobs and transition packages. Read the speech
- Argues that the complexity of the issue is due to a previous lack of a clear education and work line. Claims that the government has pushed back opportunities through establishment jobs and changes within the university colleges as well as that Arbetsförmedlingen has sufficient resources. Read the speech
- Argues that education is crucial for creating opportunities for empowerment and self-sufficiency. Suggests that problems should be corrected by removing inefficient measures and emphasizes that establishment jobs as well as the development of the university colleges is the right way. Read the speech
Labor market training for shortage occupations and green transition
- Argues that education is important to solve the skills shortage. Prioritizes investments in the university college (yrkeshögskolan) and vocational adult education as well as that the dimensioning of education should be guided by the labor market's needs. Read the speech
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- Argues that education must be dimensioned according to the labor market's needs to avoid training for jobs that do not exist. Emphasizes the importance of basic education and Swedish language skills before labor market training. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen should procure training based on demand to avoid waste of tax money. Emphasizes that quality and increase must go hand in hand as current efficiency is too low. Read the speech
Unemployment insurance changes and impact on the work line
- Argues that a well-functioning unemployment insurance is an important transition insurance and automatic stabilizer. Wants to introduce an income-based, simplified and efficient insurance that strengthens the work line and increases incentives for job seekers to find new work. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is providing a historically large number of educational places so that people can train for the jobs that actually exist. Explains that the new unemployment insurance has a fair tapering and that more people now are entitled to compensation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats previously supported the commission's proposals but now oppose them. Argues that the government's reform makes the unemployment insurance fund stronger, simpler to manage and covers more. Emphasizes that the most important labor market policy is to lower inflation and create good conditions for companies. Read the speech
- Argues that the current reform is a strong and good unemployment insurance. Emphasizes that unemployment insurance is for when there are no jobs, not for people to avoid work when there are vacant positions. Read the speech
Municipalities' responsibility for integration and Settlement Act
- Argues that the municipalities need good conditions for integration to work. Informs that an investigator shall propose a new, flexible system for settlement in order to increase the municipalities' influence and create an equal reception. Read the speech
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- Argues that the amendment of the Settlement Act strengthens municipal self-government and provides increased flexibility. Explains that the government is investing resources in SFI and providing specific knowledge support to vulnerable schools to raise ambitions for integration. Read the speech
- Explains that the temporary support to municipalities that receive many refugees is not intended to be permanent. Argues that newcomers can contribute to Sweden if requirements are set regarding work, language skills, and counter-performance. Read the speech
Measures to counter layoffs and unemployment during recession
- Argues that the most important measure to push back unemployment is to combat inflation through a restrained fiscal policy. Explains that the government has strengthened the job tax credit, increased the appropriation to Arbetsförmedlingen and is investing in vocational training to strengthen the work line. Read the speech
- Argues that a tight fiscal policy is necessary to combat inflation and lower interest rates, which is the prerequisite for getting investments started. Explains that the government is increasing the rotavdrag (deduction for renovation) to support the construction industry and is investing in vocational training as well as transition study support to counteract unemployment. Read the speech
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- Argues that it is necessary to fight inflation and lower the interest rate to support companies. Criticizes the Social Democrats' tax policy which affects small business owners and argues that the region delivers a deficit after decades of Social Democratic rule. Read the speech
Foreign-born women in the labor market: Sverigekurs study
- Argues that promoting the establishment of foreign-born women in the labor market is a priority issue. Wants to strengthen the work line and clarify requirements for participation in activities that lead to jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish language is absolutely crucial for integration and that the government sets clear requirements for language skills. Wants individuals to take personal responsibility for their establishment and that integration policy goals should be measured. Read the speech
- Responds that the proposal is being prepared and argues that lock-in effects are due to a lack of combination of opportunities and personal responsibility. Emphasizes that Arbetsförmedlingen should focus on vulnerable women by offering help regardless of background. Read the speech
- Argues that the most effective way to establish people in the labor market is through Swedish language skills and basic education. Wants to take advantage of the investigation's proposals on education and presents a new investigation on a Sweden course. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen cuts and skills shortage strategies
- Argues that the labor market policy must become more cost-effective and that Arbetsförmedlingen needs to focus on its core activities. Explains that the appropriation is increased by 200 million kronor to meet increased unemployment and strengthen the control work. Read the speech
- Argues that education is the foundation for helping people into work and that the strategy is to create tens of thousands of educational opportunities for jobs where there is a shortage. Emphasizes that a tight fiscal policy is required to combat inflation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish language and basic education are the way to employment. Emphasizes investments in schools and describes missions regarding locally anchored labor market training as well as improved support for persons with functional variations. Read the speech
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Nystartsjobb abuse: L and S demand stricter controls
- Argues that the government prioritizes countering incorrect payments and benefit fraud. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen shall reduce incorrect payments and describes legislative proposals for increased cooperation against fraud and crime in the labor market. Read the speech
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- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen should ensure that individuals are available to the labor market. Wants to lower the benefit levels, increase the employer's financing and make the control activities permanent. Read the speech
- Argues that nystartsjobb (new start jobs) should not be means-tested because individuals should have the freedom to make their own choices. Argues that the individual has their own responsibility and that nystartsjobb with lowered compensation levels and reinforced control can strengthen someone's position on the labor market. Read the speech
Youth unemployment in Sweden: education and labor market policy
- Argues that the government prioritizes young people's social inclusion and establishment in the labor market. Explains that the labor market policy is strengthened through higher appropriations to Arbetsförmedlingen, an enhanced job tax credit, and more educational places. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's lowered taxes on low and medium incomes strengthen the work line for all ages. Denies that the labor market is under-regulated and emphasizes the importance of facilitating new entrepreneurship and employment. Read the speech
- Argues that youth unemployment is primarily due to a lack of knowledge in primary school. Emphasizes that young people have a personal responsibility to seek education and that Arbetsförmedlingen offers guarantees to help those who have not succeeded in school. Read the speech
- Argues that lower taxes on work and savings create dynamism and attract investments to Sweden. Emphasizes the importance of avoiding over-regulation and argues that entrepreneurship is the answer to unemployment. Read the speech
Labor market policy funds and Arbetsförmedlingen resources
- Argues that the current structure gives Arbetsförmedlingen good conditions to prioritize those who need it most. Wants to prioritize cost-effective, workplace-oriented measures and has increased the administrative budget by 200 million kronor to increase efficiency. Read the speech
- Argues that vocational adult education and universities of applied sciences are the most effective labor market policy. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen shall increase its efficiency through digitalization and emphasizes that the government prioritizes education and competence to create jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the powerful investments in education are important after the pandemic. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen has the potential to become more efficient through change work and that the government has added 200 million kronor. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for having implemented a policy that they are now blaming others for. Argues that the budget cuts are due to participants having too low language skills and education levels. Has commissioned a mandate to the National Audit Office to review the Arbetsförmedlingen's structure and efficiency. Read the speech
Unemployment and skilled labor shortage: tax cuts and budget
- Argues that a well-functioning labor market is crucial for prosperity. Explains that the government is strengthening Arbetsförmedlingen with 200 million kronor and investing in more training places as well as an enhanced job tax credit to strengthen the work principle. Read the speech
- Criticizes the opposition's policy for causing bankruptcies within health and social care. Argues that the government counters unemployment through tax cuts, investments in engineers, integration, and education. Read the speech
- Argues that bankruptcies within health and social care are due to the opposition's policy. Emphasizes that education, integration, and language are crucial for getting people into work. Criticizes bank taxes as they harm small businesses. Read the speech
- Argues that the market economy is important for freedom and empowerment. Defends the government's measures against the banks and explains that the high inflation is due to external factors such as the war in Ukraine. Read the speech
Nystartsjobb: Better control of payments and collective agreements
- Welcomes the Swedish National Audit Office's review and prioritizes countering incorrect payments and subsidy fraud. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen should contribute to reducing the proportion of incorrect payments and shall report on the fulfillment of targets. Read the speech
- Notes that the National Audit Office report indicates serious risks for organized crime. Argues that the government is taking powerful measures against fraud and wants to maintain subsidized employment by supplementing nystartsjobb with etableringsjobb. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is now combating fraud and crime with force. Explains that the subsidy level for new start jobs has been lowered and that Arbetsförmedlingen has received new tools to monitor payments. Read the speech
- Argues that the Riksdag should take into account the government's previous work when the power of oversight is exercised. Emphasizes that the controls have been tightened and that the government's initiatives against work-related crime are high priorities. Underlines that it is up to the companies themselves to decide whether they want to join collective agreements. Read the speech
Climate, foreign policy, economy and social issues debate
- Argues that the sale of one's body for sexual services is definitely not work. Explains that the government is actively working to reduce vulnerability and violence against women within prostitution. Read the speech
- Argues that the person in distress should naturally cease the activity. Emphasizes that the goal is that people should not prostitute themselves and that this should not be supported in any way. Read the speech
- Answers no to the question of banning religious symbols. Argues that Sweden should preserve freedom of religion and that faith is a private matter. Read the speech
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- Argues that electrification with electric motors is the solution to making the transport sector fossil-free. Explains that biogas is primarily to be used in other types of transport than passenger cars, which makes it a poor investment for passenger cars. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden has freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Defends freedom of religion and the right both to and from religion, which is enshrined in the constitution. Read the speech
- Notes that the current work environment strategy is insufficient and that the government is working to strengthen it. Argues that Arbetsmiljöverket should conduct more unannounced visits and that the parties in the labor market are now being called upon. Read the speech
- Confirms that new technology creates great opportunities and challenges. Argues that the government is working with schools and transition support to strengthen people's competence and anchoring in the labor market. Informs that a special AI commission exists. Read the speech
Climate, defense, healthcare and immigration policy debate
- Argues that nuclear power is crucial for the climate, prosperity, and security and urges the opposition to stop opposing new reactors. Wants to return the school to its fundamentals by prioritizing knowledge, safe classrooms, and resources for teachers. Read the speech
- Asks why the Social Democrats voted no to building new nuclear power. Argues that nuclear power is a one-or-zero issue and asks why they say no to the government's nuclear power program. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats do not want to maximize nuclear power by building in places where it does the most good. Asks why the Social Democrats say no to the strategy of building nuclear power plants where they truly do the most good. Read the speech
- Argues that Europe faces common challenges regarding climate, competitiveness, and security. Wants to increase cooperation within the EU to combat serious crime and asks if the Sverigedemokraterna are willing to deepen this cooperation. Read the speech
- Welcomes stronger international cooperation and a cross-border Europolis to combat serious crime. Argues that Europe consists of all citizens and that one must work together to defend freedom and security. Read the speech
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- Argues that work environment challenges must be handled in a structured and long-term manner. Responds that the government has tasked Arbetsmiljöverket to carry out more unannounced inspections and wants to wait for ongoing investigations regarding the accidents. Read the speech
- Argues that the current work environment strategy requires substantial revisions due to the increase in fatal accidents. Wants to combat crime in the workplace and is working with the parties to develop a new work environment strategy. Read the speech
- Argues that the money is not enough for everything and that priorities are required. Explains that the government is investing over 90 billion on protecting the vulnerable, adult education, and a restructuring of the youth school. Argues that it is important to continue lowering the tax on work for all ages. Read the speech
- Argues that previous evaluations show that targeted reductions for young people have not been most effective. Suggests instead that the focus should be on education, vocational colleges and school to give young people empowerment. Read the speech
- Argues that the climate transition must be driven by companies and organizations through proper regulatory frameworks. Wants to increase the availability of controllable power through both nuclear power, solar, and wind as well as invest in natural sciences and more engineering education. Read the speech
- Argues that it is easier to criticize than to take responsibility. Explains that the government is working broadly with all types of energy and is carrying out billion-dollar investments in, among other things, wetlands and carbon capture. Argues that the project plan is a path towards net zero. Read the speech
Employment of foreign-born women and tailored programs
- Argues that increasing the employment rate of foreign-born women is a priority so that they can participate in society. Informs that the government is now preparing the referral response and will return with an announcement on how the proposals are handled. Read the speech
- Emphasizes that the focus must lie on the individual and personal circumstances rather than on the collective. Argues that the focus should be on Swedish language skills, effort, and early identification of vulnerability to enable interventions. Read the speech
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- Argues that the path to independence and empowerment goes through the education line, the work line, and the effort line. Wants to focus on these lines to ensure resources for those who need support due to illness or disability. Read the speech
Crime prevention funding cut of 170 million in vulnerable areas
- Argues that the government is carrying out a reorganization of the justice policy with increased resources to the justice system and more efficient tools for authorities. Explains that the government is investing in preventive measures through investments in social services, parenting support, and the school. Read the speech
- Argues that resources are being moved from projects to regular operations within school and social services to create presence and results. Emphasizes that school social teams and special education teachers are the most important vaccine against gang crime. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes responsibility for the whole by prioritizing the school and social services. Suggests that the school returns to the basics by removing digitalization experiments and transforms social services to be able to act early against gang recruitment. Read the speech
- Means that the budget for school social teams and projects amounts to 330 million kronor. Emphasizes that the focus lies on line activity and that the social services need tools to act earlier. Read the speech
Northern Sweden industrialization strategy and labor policy
- Answers questions about the super-ministry and explains that the government intends to develop a national strategy for northern Sweden. Argues that the supply of skills is crucial and proposes increased funds for vocational training, expansion of civil engineering programs, as well as initiatives to attract foreign labor. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is implementing a coherent policy to strengthen industrialization through investments in infrastructure, energy, and tax cuts. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen shall strengthen the work line and that the super-ministry is being created to balance efficiency and the interests of the business sector. Read the speech
- Argues that inflation must be removed from the economy to create prosperity and growth. Explains that the coordination of the green industrialization takes place via Tillväxtverket and that more educational places are offered to meet the competence needs. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is increasing benefits for vulnerable groups and lowering taxes for low- and middle-income earners. Points out that migration flows to northern Sweden are increasing now and that cooperation is needed to get the unemployed into the vacant jobs. Read the speech
Nordkalotten Foundation role in green transition and skills
- Argues that Stiftelsen Nordkalotten is a unique collaboration that contributes to skills supply and the green transition through holistic solutions for students. Explains that the government strengthens the work principle through investments in educational places, increased grants to Arbetsförmedlingen, and improved mobility in the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that a stable energy policy with nuclear power is crucial for growth and the green transition. Wants to increase the requirements for further education and invests in engineering education as well as vocational adult education to meet the competence needs. Read the speech
- Criticizes the opposition's budget proposal as it is easy to want to give money to everything. Argues that education must be steered towards in-demand occupations and that a strong energy policy is fundamental. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen needs to improve collaborations, procurement, and requirements for participants' prior knowledge. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's investments in education and a functioning labor immigration are important to meet the skill requirements. Emphasizes that a good energy policy and business climate are fundamental for the green transition. Read the speech
State grant for trade unions: L and S debate subsidy removal
- Argues that the labor market policy needs to become more cost-effective. Proposes that the state grant for opinions be abolished because grants should not be linked to state compensation. Argues that the unions should have their own interest in contributing to a well-functioning labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that the division of roles in the Swedish model must be respected. Wants the labor organizations to be able to submit comments in a simple way but considers it unreasonable to pay them for this opportunity. Read the speech
- Argues that it is not self-evident to link state compensation to submitted statements. Emphasizes that trade unions have a great interest in the operation functioning well and are prepared to help. Read the speech
- Argues that state compensation should generally not be provided for submitting statements. Wants the process to be designed in such a way that it facilitates for honest companies and promotes fair competition. Read the speech
Youth unemployment: job tax credit, vocational college, housing
- Argues that the government prioritizes young people's social inclusion and establishment in the labor market. Proposes increased grants to Arbetsförmedlingen, an enhanced job tax credit, and more educational places within yrkeshögskolan and yrkesvux to strengthen the work principle. Read the speech
- Argues that young people must have the right competence to become employable and that education is fundamental. Wants to make it profitable to work through lowered taxes for low and medium incomes. Read the speech
- Confirms that the government prioritizes better and faster service for persons with functional variations at Arbetsförmedlingen. Argues that economic order, lower inflation and large-scale educational initiatives are the foundation for creating jobs and reducing youth unemployment. Read the speech
- Argues that schooling is crucial for young people's future and that young people are expected to pull their weight. Emphasizes the importance of early support via social services, leisure activities as well as adult education and folk high schools to give young people a second chance. Read the speech
Labor market policy: SFI time limits and work requirements
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- Argues that the goal is a well-functioning labor market and that the government is investing in vocational training as well as establishment jobs to increase employment. Criticizes Social Democratic labor market policy for being ineffective and advocates instead for a new path. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for their previous policy. Argues that the government strengthens labor market training by reviewing Arbetsförmedlingen's procurement system and invests in vocational training as well as time-limited SFI. Advocates for establishment jobs over extra services. Read the speech
- Argues that the government prioritizes strengthening the work, education, and language line. Emphasizes the importance of demanding individual personal responsibility and assigning people to jobs to shorten unemployment. Read the speech
National commitment against segregation: L proposes resources
- Argues that exclusion affects everyone and requires measures within school, social services, and the labor market. Describes the government's initiatives on resources for demanding schools, special education teachers, a new Social Services Act, vocational adult education, as well as benefit ceilings and activity requirements. Read the speech
- Means that the Social Democrats are criticizing their own previous policy regarding the work, education, and language line. Emphasizes that the government is investing in the justice system, preventive work, stricter citizenship requirements and a strict migration policy. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democratic labor market policy led to high unemployment and instead advocates for a better business climate. Wants to focus on adult education, return to the basics in school and fight inflation to enable investments. Read the speech
- Argues that the language, education, and work line is the correct way forward. Emphasizes the importance of investments coming to the country and that the Sweden course is central for conveying Swedish values. Read the speech
Social cohesion plans: L, SD, and S debate integration goals
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- Argues that the work line and the education line are the key to breaking segregation. Proposes a shift in integration policy with requirements for Swedish, an honest way of life, and stricter migration. Read the speech
- Argues that the solution to exclusion is that all young people complete school, adults get jobs and learn Swedish. Emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, previous interventions from social services and tightenings to counter crime. Read the speech
- Argues that the plan for social cohesion is based on narrow migration, clear integration, education and a work principle. Proposes that the school should offer empowerment, that social services should intervene early for the children's best interests and that taxes should be lowered for low- and middle-incomes. Read the speech
Unemployment and Arbetsförmedlingen: 200 million SEK and cuts
- Argues that the labor market policy needs to become more cost-effective. Proposes a reinforcement of Arbetsförmedlingen with 200 million kronor as well as investments in establishment jobs, job tax credits, and more educational places to strengthen the work line. Read the speech
- Argues that labor market policy must address the lack of education and insufficient language skills through regular education, adult education, and the University Colleges. Emphasizes that economic policy that creates growth is the foundation for meeting layoffs and rising unemployment. Read the speech
- Argues that the government demands efficiency and accountability by pursuing fraud. Explains that labor market trainings are important and should be designed in close cooperation with the business sector, while at the same time one must be careful with the citizens' money. Read the speech
- Criticizes the previous Social Democratic government for having closed many offices at Arbetsförmedlingen and dismantling the foundations of prosperity by failing to secure a functioning energy supply. Argues that the previous government's budget decisions for education were a consequence of their own policy. Read the speech
Sweden's role in EU climate, security, and border policy
- Argues that Sweden and the EU must stand behind Israel and Ukraine. Wants the EU to introduce more sanctions against Russia, admit Ukraine into the union and that Sweden should switch to the euro. Read the speech
- Argues that the crown's instability leads to uncertainty for investments and imported inflation. Asks if the speaker can imagine participating in the euro cooperation to ensure that Sweden fully participates in the EU cooperation. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important for Sweden's security and prosperity to participate in the EU cooperation. Wants Sweden to take full responsibility for Europe's future and welcomes that Magdalena Andersson re-evaluates her position. Read the speech
- Welcomes that the Sweden Democrats are now included in the climate goals. Asks what the Sweden Democrats want with the EU in the long term. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden's future is intimately linked with other EU countries and that we must solve problems jointly. Asks if the Sweden Democrats can imagine working for a stable and strong currency. Read the speech
- Argues that Europe's future is the EU and that membership provides the conditions to solve common problems. Asks Vänsterpartiet if they want to be full members or stand outside the EU. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is linked with other EU countries to solve common problems. Wants to link together Europe's electricity market to be able to send electricity between countries and rejects a nationalist climate policy. Read the speech
- Thanks the speaker for his efforts in the service of democracy. Expresses gratitude for his commitment and wishes him good luck in the future. Read the speech
- Argues that the EU should open up to more member states that strive for democracy and human rights. Particularly wants Ukraine to be included in the EU to secure peace and democracy. Read the speech
- Responds to the criticism by pointing out that the election result is established. Argues that one must be clear about who expresses hatred towards Jews. Read the speech
- Explains that the Liberals have chosen to form a bourgeois government and that one can cooperate with the Sweden Democrats without taking personal responsibility for their statements. Argues that the fight against antisemitism is urgent and that minority protection in Sweden must be defended. Read the speech
- Argues that the climate goals are central and that an agreement has been reached between the parties. Claims that net-zero 2045 requires a substantial expansion of Swedish energy production through nuclear power, wind power, and solar power. Read the speech
- Argues that there is no evidence that Sweden is moving away from the net-zero goal. Explains that the removal of the reduction obligation has a short-term negative effect but that biofuels are shifted to other means of transport. Read the speech
- Argues that everything is evaluated continuously and that energy, climate, and biodiversity are interconnected. Explains that the cooperation with parties on the fringes is based on a common will to solve crucial societal problems. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden should reach the net-zero goal by 2045. Argues that one must solve difficult societal problems such as migration and crime control through a grounded policy in the center, rather than simple solutions from the fringes. Read the speech
Municipalities' role in labor market policy and integration
- Argues that the state, through Arbetsförmedlingen, is responsible for the labor market policy and should cooperate with municipalities. Points out that the municipalities' opportunities as providers can be limited by regulations regarding state aid and competition legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that the state has the responsibility for labor market policy while the municipalities are responsible for their citizens. Promises to optimize the cooperation between municipalities and Arbetsförmedlingen through supplementary directives to strengthen the drivers for work and empowerment. Read the speech
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- Argues that as minister he is responsible for legislation and regulations. Emphasizes the importance of maximizing taxpayers' money and ensuring high quality when municipalities want to receive funds from Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
Unemployment and discrimination for young people with disabilities
- Argues that the opportunity for work is a fundamental matter of justice. Explains that the government is working towards a strong protection against discrimination and emphasizes the importance of individually tailored support, effective identification, and proactive employer work. Read the speech
- Argues that a growing economy is the most important labor market policy measure to get people into jobs. Wants resources to be used wisely and emphasizes that school is crucial for young people to be equipped for the labor market. Read the speech
- Means that the government is investing in education, close practical training and subsidized employment to help people toward self-sufficiency. Wants to reduce the bureaucracy and increase the efficiency in Arbetsförmedlingen by focusing on adult education and cooperation with Försäkringskassan. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish labor market is not under-regulated. Wants Arbetsförmedlingen to become more efficient through improved internal governance and operational development. Read the speech
SIUS appropriation 1:4 redistribution and labor market policy
- Argues that the labor market policy needs to become more cost-effective in order to get more people with disabilities into work. Proposes an increase of the additional cost compensation to Samhall, a reinforcement of Arbetsförmedlingen's administrative grant and responds that the SIUS support is not affected by the redistribution. Read the speech
- Argues that digital tools increase the efficiency of Arbetsförmedlingen, but that physical support is provided to those who need it. Welcomes the Social Democrats' budget proposal and emphasizes that people with disabilities should be able to be prioritized. Read the speech
- Argues that the government wants to create better and more effective measures for persons with disabilities. Emphasizes the importance of it always paying to work and that the tax for everyone who works, including persons with disabilities, is lowered. Read the speech
- Thanks Jim Svensk Larm for his efforts and work in the Riksdag. Emphasizes the importance of using taxpayers' money wisely and effectively within the broad labor market policy. Read the speech
Samhall work development: S wants better info with Arbetsförmedlingen
- Welcomes the Swedish National Audit Office's review and emphasizes that Samhall fulfills an important function for persons with disabilities. Argues that the government intends to conduct a thorough review of the company's mandate, operations, and conditions. Read the speech
- Argues that the state as an owner takes a great social responsibility through Samhall. Explains that it is a difficult balancing act between social considerations and market conditions and that the government will return with answers based on the Riksrevisionen's report. Read the speech
- Argues that it is a balancing act to conduct the social policy effort in the form of a limited company. Confirms that the exchange of information is a priority and that he will push through via ownership directives and regulatory letters. Read the speech
- Argues that the work at Samhall is important for creating meaning and community for individuals. Explains that the government is allocating substantial resources to the company while simultaneously having to fight inflation. Read the speech
Government budget, crime policy, migration and social investments
- Argues that the claims about reduced preventive work are incorrect. Explains that the government is investing in preventive social services, staffing initiatives, support for schools, and expanded parenting support. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government is making a major investment in the Prison and Probation Service to improve the working environment. Explains that work is being done to catch up on the shortage of both prison places and staff through a close dialogue with the authority. Read the speech
- Confirms that Sweden is in a national crisis regarding internal security. Argues that authorities need better conditions to grow and that Arbetsförmedlingen is working to recruit more to the correctional services. Read the speech
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- Argues that fraud and serious crime require an extensive collection to combat. Emphasizes that Arbetsförmedlingen has a mandate to monitor and combat fraud and errors at the agency level. Read the speech
- Responds that the government is investing in strengthening SFI with additional resources to help Ukrainian refugees learn Swedish. Also argues that they have opened up for Swedish as a second language and are investing an additional 300 million kronor in measures for language and work. Read the speech
- Argues that a strong unemployment insurance is important for a rapid transition to new work. Explains that the government is proceeding with the investigation into an income-based system and is reviewing a certain tapering of the compensation. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working to ensure that funds do not go to organizations that promote extremism or undermine democracy. Proposes that an investigation be conducted into a ban on foreign funding of religious communities and other organizations to counter separatism. Read the speech
- Argues that crime is due to an extensive naivety and tools that are too weak for the police. Responds that the government is implementing measures such as expanded camera surveillance and reinforced social interventions in parallel with tough measures against the gangs. Read the speech
Skills shortage in northern Sweden's green industrial transition
- Argues that the government is working to re-establish the work principle and improve geographical mobility through Arbetsförmedlingen. Proposes investments in vocational adult education, universities of applied sciences and engineering education to meet competence needs and promote the green transition. Read the speech
- Argues that the budget is coherent due to war economy and inflation. Explains that tax cuts and improved expert tax shall increase labor force participation and emphasizes investments in vocational college education to supply the green transition. Read the speech
- Argues that lower inflation is crucial for investments and the economy. Emphasizes investments in vocational adult education, universities of applied sciences, and engineering education to meet the skills demand. Argues that tax cuts make it more profitable to work and that education creates opportunities for relocation. Read the speech
- Argues that the current commission is competent to handle the challenges and looks forward to their motions. Emphasizes the importance of governing through agencies, maintaining efficiency and focusing on high-quality efforts that lead to real jobs. Read the speech
Government investments in crime prevention, defense and education
- Argues that equal obligations and opportunities are important regardless of origin. Emphasizes that the government is investing in vocational adult education and vocational college education for foreign-born women. Explains that establishment jobs are focused on workplace-based interventions to get people into work. Read the speech
- Argues that investments in education are the most important factor for people to be able to take the jobs that are emerging. Explains that the government is investing heavily in vocational adult education and universities of applied sciences to meet the competence needs in northern Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden has an extensive education debt and a paradoxical situation with high employment despite high unemployment. Explains that the government focuses on the Swedish language in combination with vocational training and plans to transition to competence-based immigration in the long run. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen is an important agency, but that the government is also investing in transition support. Explains that the resources are used effectively by investing in vocational training to supply the business sector and the public sector. Read the speech
- Argues that the work to get more people into work begins in primary school. Explains that the government is working with establishment jobs and a modern unemployment insurance so that people can become self-sufficient. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen incorrect payments to independent providers
- Argues that the work against incorrect payments and benefit fraud is a high priority. Explains that the government steers the authority through clear goals, rule changes for more efficient control and that the authority shall take necessary measures to rectify deficiencies. Read the speech
- Argues that efficiency should be at the center and that the authority has received a specific mandate and resources to investigate cheating. Emphasizes that the government is implementing important reforms, such as establishment jobs and vocational training, to create more jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing in vocational training and removing inefficient services to create more jobs. Claims that unemployment has not increased during the mandate period and that Arbetsförmedlingen has resources and instructions to monitor payments. Read the speech
- Takes responsibility for the fact that unemployment has fallen under his leadership. Argues that investments in vocational training and the removal of inefficient services are the way to more jobs. Read the speech
Crime, economy, welfare and climate policy debate
- Argues that the government is making a major investment in physical textbooks and vocational training to solve the literacy crisis and meet the competence needs. Also wants to strengthen international cooperation, trade, the EU and the euro, as well as counter social exclusion through requirements for personal responsibility. Read the speech
- Wants to focus on productivity and structures that strengthen Sweden as a prosperous nation. Argues that Sweden should strive to become part of Europe's core and asks if Sweden should become a member of the euro. Read the speech
- Criticizes Magdalena Andersson for having opposed the plastic bag tax. Argues that Sweden's future is determined by investments, trade, and strong productivity, which requires a stable currency. Urges Andersson to say yes to the euro. Read the speech
- No, means that Vänsterpartiet does not agree with Ebba Busch. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for cutting back on schools in Gothenburg and not accepting state grants for books. Read the speech
- Argues that the Riksdag has decided that all students shall receive more books through a targeted state grant. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for not using resources for books and responds to criticism regarding the banks by asserting that it would lead to a socialist economy. Read the speech
- Advocates for Sweden joining the euro to obtain a more stable currency and strengthen the country's economy. Argues that the current weak krona makes Sweden poorer and proposes a new investigation into the euro. Read the speech
- Argues that Magdalena Andersson is stuck in a green-red left-wing quagmire where she cannot tackle major societal problems. Criticizes her for being responsible for eight years of deficient policy regarding energy, school, crime and migration. Read the speech
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- Argues that lifelong learning is very important and that the government is now implementing transition study support for adults. Explains that everything is being done to push more resources to CSN to handle the applications. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is working closely with the parties to ensure that the transition study support becomes good for the individual and Sweden. Emphasizes investments in vocational training, vocational adult education (yrkesvux), and universities of applied sciences (yrkeshögskolan) to create self-sufficiency. Read the speech
Labour Market Council: Government work and Swedish model
- Argues that the parties in the labor market possess important knowledge and that the government often meets with them. Explains that the labor market policy council creates a new forum to discuss lessons with academia and authorities. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has good and recurring dialogues with the parties and values the Swedish model highly. Denies that meetings with academics in the labor market policy council hinder the cooperation with the parties. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has extensive talks with the parties to combat inflation. Assures that the government stands behind the Swedish model and that progress requires both political judgment and cooperation with the parties. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has an open dialogue with the parties and that they appreciate the government's policy for entrepreneurship and inflation control. Emphasizes the importance of combining academic research with political judgment and compromises. Read the speech
Establishment jobs and transition study support debate
- Argues that a regulatory framework for state compensation for establishment jobs entered into force in September 2022. Explains that the government is now analyzing the parties' latest agreement to ensure a responsible adaptation of the regulatory framework. Read the speech
- Argues that establishment jobs are an important complement for getting people from exclusion into work. Explains that the work is approaching completion and that quality and accountability are prioritized to protect the Swedish model. Read the speech
- Argues that establishment jobs are an important complement and that the government is working intensively to get them in place through negotiations with the coalition partners. Argues that it is positive that the opposition has other opinions. Read the speech
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Arbetsförmedlingen resource cuts and staff reductions
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- Argues that the authority is governed through budgets and instructions rather than micro-management. Claims that there are opportunities for streamlining and that the government is taking a collective approach by prioritizing important authorities. Read the speech
- Argues that an effective labor market policy requires a focus on primary school and personal responsibility. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen must restructure for increased efficiency and that the resources for 2024 are fixed but can be adjusted after dialogue. Read the speech
- Argues that more employees do not necessarily lead to increased efficiency. Proposes a new unemployment insurance where the right person gets the right compensation at the right time and emphasizes that it should not be too "fat" to be unemployed. Read the speech
Labor market policy priorities and budget distribution debate
- Argues that the government prioritizes cost-effective, workplace-oriented measures and vocational training for adults. Wants to re-establish the work principle by lowering taxes on earned income, setting higher requirements for job seekers, and improving geographical mobility. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is being economical with the 89 billion invested in the labor market by seeking efficiencies. Explains that they are maximizing the efforts to reach people far from the labor market and are investing in vocational training. Read the speech
- Argues that the goal of the labor market policy is for individuals to achieve self-sufficiency and empowerment. Criticizes the Social Democrats' previous initiatives on extra services and emphasizes the importance of combating inflation as well as investing in vocational training and the youth school. Read the speech
- Argues that a good business climate creates more jobs and more tax revenue. Emphasizes that prosperity is created through a functioning youth school and higher education as well as that the government prioritizes school, education and increased controls. Read the speech
Economy, school, climate and social reforms party debate
- Argues that the government takes responsibility for implementing a policy for a freer, safer and greener Sweden by managing inflation, social exclusion, and the climate crisis. Proposes strategic tax cuts for community builders, expansion of wind power and nuclear power, as well as a knowledge school with a focus on books and smaller teaching groups. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is in a safety crisis where the school and social services are central. Points out that the municipalities have a surplus of 52 billion kronor that should be invested in school, social services, and leisure activities. Asks what Magdalena Andersson means is wrong with that statement. Read the speech
- Confirms agreement on the need for earlier interventions to get young boys to school. Argues that municipalities and regions must prioritize as it is impossible to compensate for everything, and points out that the municipalities previously had a surplus. Read the speech
- Argues that a strong integration policy and the power of the school is the solution to social exclusion. Criticizes that tax increases do not lead to more people in work and questions whether it is entrepreneurship that finances the welfare. Read the speech
- Argues that the way out of the economic situation is through restraint, difficult priorities, and that it pays to work and educate oneself. Criticizes the left-wing parties for advocating for increased taxes, which he believes will drive prosperity and welfare out of the country. Read the speech
- Argues that Swedish primary school students are reading worse due to screens. Wants to reverse the development by reintroducing paper and pen in the classrooms as well as increasing the interest in reading. Read the speech
- Asks what has been done during eight years to solve major structural problems such as migration, integration, crime fighting, healthcare queues and school results. Argues that a majority is needed that tackles the right things to get something done. Read the speech
- Confirms that there are limits to the government's direction. Argues that the coalition partners want to go backwards and that the government must solve major structural problems to secure freedom and security. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is managing a difficult economic crisis and war economy by carefully managing inflation and high interest rates. Explains that the budget restores support to electricity and gas customers, increases housing allowances, and strengthens regions and municipalities. Criticizes the Left Party for lacking boundaries and wanting to halve prices on everything. Read the speech
- Argues that high taxes on labor harm the economy and lead to fewer people getting an education or investing in Sweden. Explains that the government is working with index adjustments to protect people in need of social support. Read the speech
- Argues that inflation is being managed and that the Riksbank plays a major role. Wants prosperity to be created through work and argues that taxes cannot be too high to finance the welfare state. Read the speech
- Argues that Centerpartiet had lower funding for schools than the government despite the inflation. Wants to reform and deregulate the free schools to drive out charlatans as well as reintroduce paper and pen to combat screen addiction. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has laid the second most extensive environmental budget since the introduction of democracy. Emphasizes that the global climate threat must be met through cooperation within the EU to reach net-zero emissions by 2045. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is presenting the second most extensive environmental budget since the introduction of democracy. Explains that savings in all areas are necessary in order to be able to expand civil defense and take responsibility. Read the speech
Establishment jobs, integration, climate and civil defense
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- Argues that it is crucial for newcomers to learn Swedish in order to be able to integrate and become self-sufficient. Wants to strengthen the requirements for Swedish to enable integration in Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that one should see people's potential to contribute in Sweden regardless of their background. Suggests that the Swedish language requirements for residence permits should be higher than the requirements for citizenship. Read the speech
- Argues that the current regulatory framework for interpretation support in workplaces is partially channeled through Arbetsförmedlingen. Does not exclude an improvement of the interpretation support so that more people can enter the labor market and is preparing the issue with the Ministry of Social Affairs. Read the speech
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- Argues that the focus on the Swedish language is crucial to facilitate for foreign-born individuals to enter the labor market. Suggests that the combination of work and studies within vocational adult education facilitates the path to jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that cooperation in the EU has benefited the nation by increasing prosperity, trade, and opportunities for citizens. Emphasizes that the government has worked for a greener, stronger, and safer Europe as well as to strengthen Europe's competitiveness. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing in vocational colleges and adult education for vocational studies to quickly get people into work. Emphasizes that healthy adults must apply for the jobs that are available. Read the speech
- Argues that control bodies are important to ensure that the right support is given to the right person. Responds that the government should listen to how Arbetsförmedlingen can strengthen control factors for geographical and industry-specific distribution in the job search. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must safeguard the right to asylum and ensure that persons who have been granted asylum are allowed to stay as soon as possible. Emphasizes that rejections must occur in a legally secure and efficient manner in order to maintain regulated immigration. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus on Swedish is crucial and that major changes are made by combining language teaching with vocational training. Also wants to implement supportive measures so that women in vulnerable areas can get jobs and improve their integration. Read the speech
- Argues that school is the long-term solution to counter economic vulnerability. Explains that the government, in the short term, is increasing and extending the housing supplement for vulnerable families with children. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to match people in the labor market through the transition package and Arbetsförmedlingen's efforts. Defends the effectiveness of the labor market policy and argues that Arbetsförmedlingen has sufficient resources to fulfill its mission. Read the speech
Skills challenge labor market: national strategy and housing
- Argues that competence supply requires a clearer work line where it is profitable to work and educate oneself. States that the government is investing in the transition package, has established a special office in the north and is developing a unified strategy for the region. Read the speech
- Argues that healthy adults have a personal responsibility for their own livelihood. Emphasizes that the government is investing in adult education, vocational colleges, and the language track to create conditions for employment. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing 89 billion kronor in labor market policy and emphasizes the importance of using the funds with caution. Underlines that individuals have a personal responsibility for their own livelihood and that Swedish language skills are often a barrier. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing 89 billion kronor in the labor market and investing in a national effort. Emphasizes the importance of quality over just pouring in money and wants to focus on the individual's personal responsibility for further education. Read the speech
Prison and Probation Service funding and Ukrainian refugees
- Argues that Sweden is making major efforts to help the Ukrainian people. Explains that faster population registration requires legislation, but that otherwise it will occur automatically from the beginning of next year. Read the speech
- Argues that investigations are required before legislation can take place regarding the population registration of Ukrainian refugees. Urges the Left Party to push for proposals that can gain majority support in the committee. Read the speech
- Argues that civil society and voluntary forces are necessary to build society. Explains that the government provides extensive financial support to civil society but increases control to ensure that money does not go to dishonest individuals. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to ensure that money does not go to the wrong places. Emphasizes that the government is investing heavily in women's organizations in vulnerable areas as well as in large-scale efforts for Ukrainian refugees. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish labor market is under pressure due to a recession and high inflation. Wants to combat inflation and emphasizes that unemployment is falling while monitoring the situation in particularly vulnerable industries. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has increased social benefits and permanently set a higher level for the unemployment insurance fund. Emphasizes that unemployment is a problem and wants to improve provisions for education, as well as that people should be prepared to move to where the jobs are. Read the speech
- Argues that prosperity is created through work, education, and entrepreneurship. Explains that the government has agreed on a reform to ensure that it always pays to work through, among other things, contribution ceilings and tax cuts. Read the speech
- Confirms that there is optimism in northern Sweden due to investments. Wants to equip people through language learning and education to match the vacant jobs. Invests in adult education and increases the grants to universities of applied sciences. Read the speech
- Confirms that the Swedish language is crucial for integration. Argues that the government is working to strengthen SFI teaching, the establishment allowance, and reinforce the Swedish test in order to bring people out of exclusion. Read the speech
Unemployment measures in Gävleborg: Arbetsförmedlingen funds
- Argues that the government fights unemployment by increasing the appropriations to Arbetsförmedlingen and investing in vocational adult education. Wants to introduce a benefit reform with benefit ceilings and clear activity requirements to increase the incentives for work. Read the speech
- Argues that lower taxes mean that workers keep more money. Wants to improve the matching between job seekers and vacant jobs by providing opportunities and setting requirements. Responds that he cannot promise large state relocations or take responsibility for infrastructure. Read the speech
- Argues that the work line and the education line are the only ways to create prosperity. Wants to increase state grants and invest in more places within vocational adult education and universities of applied sciences. Criticizes that the Social Democrats do not want to follow up on instructions to work more clearly. Read the speech
- Argues that challenges such as Swedish for immigrants and lack of knowledge in schools must be addressed to strengthen the work line. Emphasizes that an industrial policy with lower taxes is required to promote entrepreneurship and competence. Read the speech
Subsidized employment: cost-effectiveness and fraud control
- Argues that the government is working towards a more cost-effective employment policy by prioritizing workplace-oriented measures. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen shall strengthen controls to counter fraud and incorrect payments to unscrupulous actors. Read the speech
- Argues that subsidized employment is important for solidarity and to counter social exclusion. Wants to counter fraud by strengthening Arbetsförmedlingen's controls and advocates for introduction and new-start jobs as these more often lead to regular employment. Read the speech
- Argues that unserious actors should be prosecuted and hit by the usual arm of the law. Emphasizes that the employment agencies work to ensure that resources go to serious companies and that employment should lead to regular work. Read the speech
- Encourage engagement to reduce cheating and errors in the system. Promises to initiate a new dialogue with Arbetsförmedlingen to ensure that subsidies are not granted incorrectly and points out that the grant has been increased. Read the speech
Labor market skills and Arbetsförmedlingen resources debate
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- Argues that investments in Norrland are made possible through a stable energy mix. Wants to review the support for job-seeking trips and emphasizes the importance of the education system to ensure competence. Advocates for a balanced proposal on labor immigration for both highly qualified and other shortage occupations. Read the speech
- Argues that basic education and adult education are central to creating employability. Advocates for investments in vocational colleges and transition support to help workers and emphasizes the quality and efficiency of Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
- Advocates for a liberal labor market policy with a focus on education. Wants to raise the median wage requirements for labor immigration to reduce crime in the workplace. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen needs to be streamlined rather than receiving more money. Read the speech
Employment for people with disabilities: Arbetsförmedlingen
- Argues that the opportunity for work is a fundamental matter of justice in order to break exclusion. Suggests that unemployment among persons with disabilities be reduced through adapted support, effective methods for identifying disabilities, and active employer work. Read the speech
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- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen is undergoing a restructuring to increase its power and competence following previous changes. Explains that personal meetings are important but that the transition takes time. Read the speech
- Asks whether the policy creates dynamics and whether tax levels on simpler jobs can make it easier for many to obtain an income. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen requires an enormous increase in efficiency and that persons with disabilities are a priority group. Read the speech
Labor market training: L wants more participants, S criticizes cuts
- Argues that education is important to meet the skills shortage and that the government has tasked Arbetsförmedlingen with increasing the number of participants in labor market training. Explains that the agency is working with equality, more efficient procurement, and prioritization of the long-term unemployed. Read the speech
- Means that the focus lies on efficiency and quality rather than solely on the number of places. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen is working to increase the volume through more efficient procurement and criticizes the previous government's waste of training that was not used. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for wanting to raise taxes on educated individuals. Argues that the government is investing in transition study support and quality in schools to increase throughput and counter unemployment. Read the speech
- Criticizes that resources have been used incorrectly previously and argues that labor market training must increase in quality and efficiency. Wants to see a liberal labor market policy where it pays to educate oneself and emphasizes that basic education is crucial to reducing unemployment. Read the speech
Measures to get more foreign-born women into work
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- Argues that foreign-born women are the largest group among the long-term unemployed. Emphasizes that the government focuses on reducing long-term unemployment through investigations and improved access to education. Read the speech
Green transition, social sustainability and skills supply
- Argues that everyone should have secure working conditions and that the work against crime in the working life is important for social sustainability. Explains that Arbetsförmedlingen shall support skills supply through matching services, educational initiatives, and cooperation with companies. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden faces a major challenge with high long-term unemployment. Claims that the government needs both nuclear power, wind power, and solar power to secure the basic industry and invests in efficient, regional vocational adult education. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government's cuts have threatened the basic industry. Suggests that housing construction should be based on demand and facilitated through simplified permits. Emphasizes the need for practical and theoretical education to secure the supply of skills. Read the speech
- Argues that investments in schools are the best labor market policy. Wants to invest in vocational adult education for people with poor language skills and that the state should take greater responsibility for labor market training. Read the speech
Settlement Act: L wants more municipal influence, S defends it
- Argues that the Settlement Act has achieved its goals. However, wants to review the regulatory framework so that the housing situation is given greater importance in the distribution of newly arrived. Read the speech
- Argues that the Settlement Act was necessary to handle previous housing shortages. Wants to investigate how the municipalities' influence can be strengthened and consider the Swedish National Audit Office's proposals for adjustments to improve the establishment. Read the speech
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- Argues that there is consensus regarding the need for reforms. Underlines the importance of local self-government and the balance between state and municipal responsibility. Emphasizes that a narrower migration policy is a prerequisite for managing integration. Read the speech
Measures to break segregation: Government vs. S's critique
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- Welcomes that the Social Democrats support the government's migration policy and crime policy. Argues that Sweden needs a narrow migration and tougher regulations to handle integration problems. Emphasizes the importance of school, language, and consequences for those who do not behave. Read the speech
- Argues that school is the most important place to counter segregation through a focus on reading, writing, and arithmetic. Emphasizes the importance of young people taking responsibility for their studies and that the most acute issue is to stop the spiral of violence. Read the speech
- Explains that the Tidö Agreement is not all-encompassing but covers specific areas that are combined with budget resources. Argues that investments in labor market policy and education, as well as work against honor-related violence and crime, counteract segregation. Emphasizes the importance of continuing to work with language, work, and diligence. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen resources and labor market policy debate
- Argues that the government sees room for efficiencies and a continued increase in efforts within matching services, labor market training, and work placements. Emphasizes that Arbetsförmedlingen has a significant administrative grant and that the government is prepared to take further measures if needed. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen has a high level of ambition with 11,000 employees and an appropriation of 7.6 billion. Emphasizes that labor market policy should focus on jobs, language, and diligence to counteract social exclusion. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen is well-equipped with its current funding and staff. Explains that they work with assignments to handle long-term unemployment and emphasizes the importance of cooperation with municipalities and non-profit organizations. Read the speech
- Argues that they share the goal of strengthening the work line and that it should pay to work. Emphasizes that the focus on the job-related, efficiency and individual focus is correct. Read the speech
Labor market and integration policy restructuring and benefits
- Argues that the work line must be restored by making it more profitable to work than to receive benefits. Suggests strengthening labor market training, matching services, and vocational training, as well as introducing a benefit ceiling and clear activity requirements. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is carrying out major restructuring through subsidy reforms, investments in school and sports, and language requirements for citizenship. Emphasizes that the focus is on making it worthwhile to work and that counter-requirements for subsistence support are effective. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important that it pays to work and that a subsidy reform is needed to solve the labor shortage. Wants to focus on workplace-based measures, subsidized employment and investments in school and language. Read the speech
- Argues that people have a personal responsibility for their own livelihood. Criticizes the opposition's proposal for tax increases for professionals and argues that it does not lead to more jobs. Read the speech
Active labor market policy and budget for Arbetsförmedlingen
- Argues that the labor market policy needs to become more cost-effective by prioritizing workplace-oriented measures and matching services. Explains that the appropriation has been over-budgeted and that the government's goal is to counter skill shortages and long-term unemployment. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is making a large, unified investment in skills development and labor market programs. Explains that the budget savings apply to administration and that they are returning to a normal high level after temporary pandemic support. Wants an effective labor market policy where resources are used to get people into jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's initiatives on labor market policy, school, and integration have functioned. Emphasizes that benefit reform and counter-performance requirements are necessary to increase efficiency and make it profitable to work. Read the speech
- Argues that the government took responsibility for Arbetsförmedlingen during the previous term. Emphasizes that the staff has capacity and that investments in administration, programs, and transition support create good conditions for solving the skills shortage. Read the speech
Foreign-born women in the Swedish labor market situation
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- Argues that the government has implemented reforms and initiatives on the labor market. Suggests that investments in preschool are prioritized over cash payments and emphasizes the importance of counter-performance for adults who receive compensation. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus after the pandemic must be on workplace-based measures and language. Emphasizes the importance of combining work and language to create dignity and highlights initiatives for women's organizing as well as the sports movement. Read the speech
Countering segregation by getting foreign-born people into work
- Argues that the opportunities for foreign-born individuals to find work, especially for women, need to increase. Wants to streamline the labor market policy through matching services and labor market training as well as increase the number of internship positions to improve job opportunities and counteract segregation. Read the speech
- Argues that the government focuses on new-start jobs and establishment jobs rather than extra services to create regular employment. Emphasizes the importance of vocational adult education, internship placements, and linking language with education to get more people into work. Read the speech
- Assures that the government is closely monitoring the economic situation and is prepared to act. Argues that the focus now lies on effective, workplace-oriented measures such as "nystartsjobb" (new start jobs) and "etableringsjobb" (establishment jobs) to reach regular employment. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a demand for labor but that a large gap exists between competence needs and those who stand outside the labor market. Wants to deliver measures against the competence need and emphasizes that the school must function so that young people obtain basic knowledge. Read the speech
Government budget proposal for justice, immigration and energy
- Argues that Sweden should prioritize stronger support for Ukraine and combat crime through both stricter penalties and investments in school and social services. Wants to restore Swedish electricity production with nuclear power and renewable energy, as well as drive a green climate policy. Read the speech
- Argues that the Liberals laid the foundation for Sweden's green transition. Asks what the Social Democrats want to do to improve the conditions for more nuclear power and emphasizes the need for more nuclear power for a fossil-free future. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden needs both solar, wind, and nuclear power to double energy production and become truly green. Wants clear rules to speed up wind power investments and increase the municipalities' opportunities to say yes. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must continue to help Ukraine in the fight for freedom. Criticizes the proposal to isolate Sweden and tear up European cooperation, as cooperation is required to protect the continent and advance Ukraine's cause. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must continue to export electricity and that it is necessary to expand nuclear power to create prosperity. Criticizes the opponent's stance and argues that they want to stop the expansion of the electricity grid. Read the speech
- Praises Annie Lööf for her strong leadership and her work for the most vulnerable. Encourages her to take time for recovery and suggests that she can contribute to the Swedish business community. Read the speech
- Want it to be worthwhile to work to secure the tax base and the social welfare. Argues that the school must function, that there must be a social safety net and that authorities must have resources to guarantee freedom from crime. Read the speech
- Means that the government is analyzing the Danish notification carefully. Reminds of the ongoing work to safeguard the Swedish labor market model and promises to maintain close contact with the labor market parties. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government is implementing a major deregulation to give citizens the opportunity to choose a school regardless of their wallet. Criticizes that previous regulations have been too loose and emphasizes that they are now tightening them to keep fortune seekers out. Read the speech
- Guarantees that he has never received money from independent schools. Means that he has never received a single krona from independent schools and that the party ensures that grants are handled correctly. Read the speech
- Argues that the climate struggle is crucial for saving biodiversity. Claims that the government has delivered one of the highest climate budgets ever by removing unnecessary subsidies and instead investing in electricity production. Read the speech
- Assures that investments in wetlands are made for both climate and biodiversity. Argues that decisions regarding smaller watercourses are required to protect energy and that a balance must be maintained to protect the Swedish wolf. Read the speech
Labor market training for shortage occupations and education
- Argues that upper secondary and adult education constitute the backbone of the skills supply and that legislative changes improve the conditions for regular education. Wants Arbetsförmedlingen to take into account local educational offerings and regional labor markets. Read the speech
- Explains that the training places for professional drivers were discontinued at some locations due to too low demand. Argues that the upper secondary school must be strengthened and that Arbetsförmedlingen must ensure it offers training where there is a large local need. Read the speech
- Confirms that the procurements must be correct and that criticism from the Swedish National Audit Office is taken most seriously. Argues that tax money should be used effectively and urges people with driver's licenses to return to the labor market. Read the speech
- Argues that the time to first employment has decreased, but that it still goes too slowly for people with strong initiative. Wants to follow up on requests to lower long-term unemployment and welcomes tough requirements for adults with subsistence support. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen local presence and active labor market policy
- Argues that the labor market policy must become more cost-effective and that Arbetsförmedlingen should have a purposeful local presence. Explains that the agency should be designed to ensure physical meetings and cooperation with municipalities. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing billions in active labor market policy and that the new instruction strengthens physical meetings for individuals with great needs. Emphasizes the importance of cooperation with municipalities and other actors to reduce long-term unemployment. Read the speech
- Argues that the concept of "slaughter" is not reasonable since the appropriations for active labor market policy remain. Supports the Social Democrats' request to strengthen support for the long-term unemployed. Argues that establishment jobs are a better support than extra services. Read the speech
- Argues that everyone who can work should work and that it is unsustainable for women with a foreign background to be far from the labor market. Wants Arbetsförmedlingen to be able to fulfill its mission and emphasizes that the transition package is part of the active labor market policy. Read the speech
Labor market policy, assistance, integration and social issues
- Argues that Sweden has a high employment level compared to many other countries. Explains that the reduction is due to money that has not been used and that investments in guarantees and establishment jobs are in place. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen is well-equipped through implemented reforms. Explains that the current resources come from billions that the previous government did not use. Read the speech
- Argues that it is difficult to maneuver due to the recession and high interest rates. Explains that reinforcements are being made within vocational adult education, practical placements, and new-start jobs, and emphasizes the importance of listening to industries where there is a staff shortage. Read the speech
- Argues that it is problematic that many are registered with Arbetsförmedlingen while there is a shortage of staff in several sectors. Wants to improve the matching between job seekers and industries through changes to Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
- Answers that the government is listening to the arguments and has discussed measures against racism with the Equality Ombudsman. Wants to return to the question after having spoken with representatives of the newly established Institute for Human Rights. Read the speech
- Agree that it is unacceptable. Mean that the Equality Ombudsman works strategically to rectify violations of human rights. Want to return after in-depth discussions on whether a new investigation is needed. Read the speech
- Argues that pillars of society become angry when tax money is used incorrectly. Explains that the government is working to lower secrecy thresholds and give Arbetsförmedlingen a reinforced mandate to counter abuse. Plans to launch a payment authority in 2024. Read the speech
- Argues that new regulations for Arbetsförmedlingen will be in place today to handle the issue. Emphasizes the importance of on-site controls and reinforcements to support other actors in carrying out controls early. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to equip and match people to jobs in order to counter social exclusion. Wants to work broadly with different actors to move people from long-term unemployment to empowerment. Read the speech
- Argues that investments are adapted to the current situation with a narrower migration. Emphasizes that all adults who can work shall also work. Read the speech
- Argues that the children's situation depends on economic and mental poverty as well as a lack of leisure activities. The government is investing in parental support, social teams in schools and early interventions from social services. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to increase the attractiveness of education so that more young people choose it. Suggests that parts of the theoretical [content] can be opted out of to be able to enter the workforce faster. Read the speech
- Argues that those who come to Sweden should be welcomed with clarity. Emphasizes that one must speak Swedish and behave here, and that the government is making major changes in the area of integration. Read the speech
- Answers that the government cooperates with the Sweden Democrats on EU issues within the framework of the agreement. Argues that the Social Democrats are involved in the process and that the government plans to achieve as many goals as possible during the presidency. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is making major investments in the education system so that more young people seek jobs in elderly care. Wants to steer people towards industries with a crying need for labor through education or retraining. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government has had too weak a focus on jobs and close-up interventions. Claims that the employees at Arbetsförmedlingen are well-equipped and have good programs and guarantees. Read the speech
Sweden's EU role, climate, energy and security policy
- Announces a comprehensive support package for Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of increased European cooperation to resolve the energy crisis, promote green transition, and strengthen democracy. Wishes to work for stable energy production, new technology, and free trade during Sweden's EU presidency. Read the speech
- Advocates the idea of Europe's openness and cooperation for safety and mobility. Argues that it is important that Swedish citizens can work in other EU countries and vice versa. Asks if Magdalena Andersson supports an expansion of Schengen. Read the speech
- Argues that the question of Schengen has been discussed and that the Commission considers the current countries to be qualified. Explains that Schengen enables stronger cooperation and wanted systems to streamline crime fighting and increase safety. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to have a union that stands on the side of the citizens and the workers. Asks if the speaker wants to regulate different products in the same way as electricity. Read the speech
- Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for wanting to regulate the market. Argues that a common European electricity market creates efficiency by moving electricity to where it is needed. Asks why Vänsterpartiet does not want to regulate prices on state-owned steel or forest products. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government is responsible for saving the planet by presenting a new climate policy action plan next year. To reach the climate goals, it is required that electricity production is doubled and significantly strengthened through dispatchable energy production. Read the speech
- Confirms that leadership is crucial for Sweden to reach its climate goals. Argues that climate policy must be sustainable for the people and be based on electrification, while simultaneously taking responsibility for future generations. Read the speech
- Argues that a strong EU is necessary for freedom, democracy, and prosperity. Clarifies that anti-European forces are countries that use the EU as an ATM while simultaneously restricting people's civil liberties. Read the speech
- Clarifies that the concept of anti-Europeanism refers to threats against the values that Europe has created, such as democracy and human rights. Argues that peace and freedom are best protected by democracies and points out that the EU's democratic status has deteriorated. Read the speech
- Wishes that Sweden can return as soon as possible to a situation without border controls, especially for the Nordic integration. Argues that the border controls are a temporary extension of the regulatory framework due to the anxiety prevailing in Europe. Read the speech
- Argues that border controls are important where they are needed. Emphasizes the importance of free movement within Schengen combined with clear controls to stop crime and terrorism. Read the speech
- Means that he is not a public representative for Jimmie Åkesson. Denies that there is a cooperation within the EU area and emphasizes that the government agreement aims to move Sweden forward. Read the speech
- Argues that strong European cooperation is necessary for prosperity, peace, security, and climate. Criticizes Miljöpartiet for turning its back on reality and emphasizes that the government has high ambitions for climate and biodiversity. Read the speech
Crime, economy, welfare and migration debate in Riksdag
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- Welcomes the opposition's tone and notes that the Social Democrats have aligned themselves closely with several of the government's proposals. Asks whether the Social Democrats have initiated a review process and what they regret most from their time in power. Read the speech
- Asks if one would have wanted to do more for crime fighting. Argues that school is crucial to counter social exclusion and suggests more special education teachers and smaller groups to help students succeed in school. Read the speech
- Argues that employee options are a fantastic way to give ownership power to the citizens. Defends the system by explaining that it enables broadened ownership and helps small companies take Sweden into the future. Read the speech
- Argues that innovation, entrepreneurship and Swedish research are the foundation for the country's prosperity and resources for the welfare. Proposes broadened ownership where employees receive power and stock options to retain competence and promote technological development. Read the speech
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- Argues that the Liberals and the Sweden Democrats have different ideological starting points but can cooperate pragmatically on specific issues. Explains that one can participate in the government through respectful dialogue and common positions for Sweden's best. Read the speech
- Argues that the cooperation with Sverigedemokraterna is based on pragmatism to solve important policy issues. Explains that agreement can be reached on issues such as justice policy, school policy, and energy policy despite ideological differences. Read the speech
- Argues that it is positive for ministers to have experience from the business sector. Wants to reform the independent school system and improve the school through, among other things, smaller teaching groups and more social support. Read the speech
- Argues that the Liberals welcomed the audit and have reviewed all transactions and donations with the help of an auditing firm. Emphasizes that it must not happen again and that they want clarity regarding donations. Read the speech
- Argues that the debate should be objective and sensible rather than brutalized. Expresses regret that the Center Party did not join the government and emphasizes that the agreement contains important progress for gender equality and protection for women. Read the speech
- Argues that the formation of the government was necessary to solve serious societal problems that threaten people's freedom. Criticizes Centerpartiet for not taking the development of violence and honor oppression seriously enough. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's rhetoric and argues that the agreement implies reduced migration as well as clearer requirements for integration. Emphasizes that children in vulnerable environments fare best if the parents get into work and learn Swedish. Read the speech
- Argues that cooperation requires compromises from all parties. Emphasizes that work is the key to integration and criticizes a previous failure that created vulnerability. Points out that Denmark is a model for visitation zones. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.