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Malin Höglund (M)
What Malin Höglund 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.
Social services: KD wants drug tests and fines for parents
- Wish to support the committee's proposal. Argues that the government strengthens the social services' ability to act early by providing tools to ensure parental responsibility. Argues that fines and electronic surveillance are reasonable to ensure that interventions are carried out. Read the speech
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- Thank the member Maj Karlsson for the kind words. Notes that the Social Affairs Committee has had a good ability to cooperate and achieve good results despite political differences. Read the speech
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Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues
- Asks how the government views the use of the new Social Services Act in the country and whether the minister already sees positive results or if it is too early to draw such conclusions. Read the speech
Elderly care, infrastructure and economic policy priorities
- Asks whether it is possible to introduce a national leadership training for first-line managers within elderly care, similar to the state principal training that exists within preschool and school. Read the speech
Housing construction, healthcare queues and gang sentences
- Asks whether it is possible to introduce a routine where everyone over 40 years of age receives a blood test during healthcare contact. The purpose is to systematically identify risk factors and measure cholesterol levels to strengthen preventive work. Read the speech
Elderly care: SD, S, and M debate safety and staff shortage
- Wish to approve the committee's proposal and argue that the reforms strengthen security by putting the human being at the center. Emphasizes the importance of fixed care contacts, support for relatives and children as well as follow-up of the quality. Read the speech
Social services structure and goals: SD, S, and M debate
- Wish to approve the committee's proposal. Argues that the government's holistic approach and the new Social Services Act strengthen preventive work, increase cooperation and combine requirements with support to create an efficient and legally secure social service. Read the speech
Language requirements in elderly care: B2 level and staff
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal for a language requirement at B2 level for staff within elderly care. Argues that the requirement strengthens safety for the elderly and improves the working environment by combining clear expectations with state support for language development. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is investing in the staff within elderly care. Claims that the language requirement is necessary to promote collegiality and ensure that everyone understands each other at the workplace. Read the speech
- Argues that the Moderaterna and the Tidösamarbetet speak well of the staff within elderly care. Suggests that politicians must speak well of the profession to attract more applicants and open up the workplaces earlier. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has prioritized elderly care by improving and extending the Äldreomsorgslyftet. Confirms the need for language requirements so that the elderly can be understood and so that colleagues can communicate. Read the speech
- Argues that the responsibility for elderly care and its resources is entirely a municipal responsibility. Claims that the municipalities are generally doing well and that it is their responsibility to prioritize the budget for elderly care. Read the speech
Social services' responsibility for victims of violence measures
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government has strengthened the social services' resources, competence, and cooperation to ensure equal support and protection for those affected by violence. Wants to increase national equality, strengthen specialist knowledge, and put the children's perspective at the center. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes the issue most seriously by ensuring that the residences have the right competence for both women and children. Explains that residences that do not meet the requirements for safety and competence must be closed or trained. Read the speech
- Argues that a permit requirement was needed to ensure competence and actual protection for women. Criticizes women's shelters that lack support and emphasizes that the operation must be competence-based. Read the speech
- Argues that the new Social Services Act improves the opportunities for women to receive support. Claims that the social services already today work to ensure safety for women regarding both protection and finances. Read the speech
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Elderly care staffing, freedom of choice and B2 language
- Wish to approve the committee's proposal. Argues that elderly care needs continued reforms with a focus on freedom of choice, quality, and responsibility. Advocates for increased staffing, a better working environment, a language requirement at level B2 as well as strengthened support for relatives. Read the speech
- Argues that money does not solve everything and that the municipalities have their own responsibility for their finances and budgeting. Points out that it is a municipal issue where certain municipalities underfund the social welfare committee in order to show a surplus. Read the speech
- Argues that most elderly people want to choose how they should live and that several different forms of execution attract more workers to the sector. Suggests that one attracts young people through internship programs and that one must speak well of the profession. Read the speech
Electricity subsidies, defense, migration and taxes debate
- Argues that the government has worked broadly to meet societal problems by combating inflation, taking action against gang violence and implementing tax cuts. Asks the minister what effects the government's policy has on shortening healthcare queues and improving accessibility in healthcare. Read the speech
Disability support: SD wants more than 1.5% indexed increase
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government has implemented important reforms and invested in assistive devices, but wants to go further by creating faster processes and more adapted jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has taken on many challenges and that everything cannot be done at once. Explains that the issues have not been forgotten but are being prioritized as much as possible. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's work does not happen directly but requires patience. Explains that an investigation is underway to make personal assistance more resilient against welfare crime and more predictable. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has implemented a lot and focused on these issues by presenting new initiatives. Explains that investigations are required for changes and that some need to be supplemented. Read the speech
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- Argues that everyone who can work should work and that the folk high school plays a contributing role in reaching employment. Acknowledges that significantly more needs to be done in the area and that the issue is being prepared in the Government Offices. Read the speech
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Government budget, security and cultural policy debate
- Asks the Minister for Social Services which new professional groups will be covered by the reporting obligation to provide vulnerable children with better protection. Read the speech
Health and Social Care Inspectorate tools to combat welfare crime
- Wish to support the committee's proposal to strengthen supervision and guarantee quality through sanction fees and criminal liability. Argues that the reform strengthens legal certainty and protects the most vulnerable through powerful tools such as immediate stops and revoked permits. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government is actively working on crime and that housing has already been closed. Wants to continue the current work and emphasizes the importance of diversity between municipal, private, and non-profit housing. Read the speech
Disability policy: Riksrevisionen report and sector responsibility
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government has already taken sufficient measures and focuses on a measurable action plan instead of introducing new structures. Read the speech
Question Time: Eating disorders, Gaza genocide, and inflation
- Asks how the Minister for Social Services intends to build trust in the social services when the authority is simultaneously to work with intermediate measures. Read the speech
New social services act: preventive work and children's rights
- Argues that the government has finalized a new social services act by investing almost 10 billion kronor. Asks how the member views these investments since the previous government did not invest any money at all. Read the speech
- Argues that money has been paid out to all municipalities to implement the new Social Services Act. Emphasizes that the government has succeeded in pushing through the law and that additional funds are needed for a smooth implementation. Read the speech
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and argues that the new Social Services Act is a historical reform that shifts the focus from acute interventions to preventive work based on trust. Emphasizes that the law strengthens rights, gives children a stronger voice and that the government is investing significant resources in the implementation. Read the speech
Defense, aid, social services and security policy debate
- Asks what the government is doing concretely to solve the challenge that social workers must manually flip through paper archives during reports of concern. Argues that the current system is unreasonable and not legally secure. Read the speech
Social services responsibility for domestic violence victims
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the social services' work with victims of violence must become more uniform, legally secure, and effective to ensure that protection does not depend on place of residence. Wants the social services to have the tools, resources, and powers required to act quickly and powerfully. Read the speech
Elderly care: resources, freedom of choice and quality
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and wants to build upon the government's work to create a world-class elderly care. Argues that elderly care requires more freedom of choice, higher quality and better support for relatives. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities are responsible for their own tax rate and economy. Emphasizes that the municipality is responsible for its citizens and care, while the state is responsible for creating initiatives to increase competence. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities are responsible for their citizens and for managing their finances. Praises full-time employment within elderly care as something very good and criticizes municipalities that use elderly care as a budget regulator. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities are responsible for ensuring that there is freedom of choice for the elderly. Emphasizes that the elderly want to continue to have the right to decide for themselves about their lives and their choices. Read the speech
- Argues that there is already a lot of freedom of choice in many municipalities, but that more freedom of choice is needed for the elderly. Asks how the Center Party views LOV in the municipalities where they themselves are in power. Read the speech
- Argues that the supply of competence is the greatest challenge and proposes a leadership structure similar to the preschool principal training. Wants faster educational pathways and emphasizes the importance of Äldreomsorgslyftet. Read the speech
- Means that the government takes elderly care issues very seriously. Suggests that the work is made more attractive through flexibility and emphasizes the importance of relative support so that people can stay at home. Read the speech
Support for people with disabilities: M, V, and C debate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government has implemented important reforms, but wants to go further by shortening processing times and ensuring that access to assistive devices is guided by need instead of location. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes the issues seriously and that the new Social Services Act, which enters into force on July 1, will significantly improve conditions. Read the speech
- Argues that the government takes the issues seriously. Criticizes that the municipalities make different assessments and wants equivalent assessments to be made regardless of place of residence. Read the speech
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- Answers that she cannot state when a proposal will be submitted. Means that the question of accompaniment is old and that it takes time to produce a solution. Read the speech
Healthcare, schools, children's rights and economic issues
- Asks what the government is doing concretely to meet the acute shortage of places within child and youth care. Argues that children in vulnerable situations need long-term and purposeful placements to receive support and be protected from crime. Read the speech
Social Services Act: KD, S and MP debate preventive work
- Wish to support the committee's proposal. Argues that the new Social Services Act is a historical reform that creates better opportunities for preventive work and provides more rights. Requests increased competence, a better working environment and increased cooperation between different actors. Read the speech
Government management of economy, infrastructure, and health
- Asks how the investigation into expanded possibilities for municipalities to conduct background checks of employees and contractors will help to safeguard the safety and security of the elderly. Read the speech
Healthcare, crime, energy and infrastructure debate in Riksdag
- Asks how the Minister views the regions hiring administrative staff before doctors and nurses. Read the speech
Social services legislation: M, S, and KD debate future work
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the new Social Services Act should promote preventive, knowledge-based work and a more results-oriented organization. Criticizes the lack of competence and lack of cooperation between authorities. Read the speech
- Confirms that a new social services act will [be introduced] during the spring. Explains that the previous government's proposal was withdrawn to avoid cost-driving measures and that the new law is to be more modern. Read the speech
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Social services' responsibility for victims of violence and children
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the social services have an important role in protecting and supporting those exposed to violence through preventive work, early interventions, and knowledge-based support. Read the speech
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- Expresses great hopes for the new Social Services Act which will enable preventive work and early interventions. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal for a hotline is good. Awaiting the new Social Services Act as the work with early interventions will change moving forward. Read the speech
Support for persons with disabilities: assistance and management
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and rejection of the motions. Argues that it is crucial to ensure accessibility in public environments and promote the right to work and education for persons with disabilities. Read the speech
- Confirms that the work on the contracting authority is ongoing within the Government Offices. Argues that a state contracting authority was needed to ensure an equal assessment of the assistance across the entire country. Read the speech
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- Answers that work is ongoing within the Government Offices regarding the issues raised. Argues that accompaniment is an important issue for people to be able to participate in work and activities, but does not stand behind the announcement. Read the speech
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Elderly care: S wants new law, SD supports profit, M wants choice
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the elderly should be allowed to choose the provider and emphasizes the importance of skills supply, protected professional titles, language requirements, welfare technology as well as strengthened medical competence and an updated dementia strategy. Read the speech
- Argues that it is the municipalities that decide on the supply of housing. Wants the municipalities to offer a variety of both municipal, cooperative, and private housing to meet the elderly's desire for freedom of choice. Read the speech
- Argues that it is a municipal issue to encourage different types of housing. Wants there to be freedom of choice for the elderly so that they can continue to choose. Read the speech
- Argues that the staff must speak well of their own work and that they are doing a fantastic job. Suggests that municipalities must accept interns and that more people should be employed in the core of the welfare system instead of in other roles. Read the speech
- Argues that Äldreomsorgslyftet strengthens the staff and emphasizes the importance of trained staff to raise the status of the profession. Highlights the importance of leadership and demands that the municipalities implement efficiencies. Read the speech
Healthcare capacity, labor market policy and social issues
- Asks how Minister for Pensions and Social Insurance Anna Tenje views the development of welfare technology and what the government is doing in the area, as the technology has become increasingly common within elderly care. Read the speech
Parental deduction for children with functional variations
- Wish to approve the committee's proposal. Argues that the government is analyzing the parental deduction to ensure that the law is followed as intended and emphasizes the importance of long-term, stable solutions over rapid changes. Read the speech
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- Means that the government is not sitting on its hands but is actively working on the issue. Emphasizes that responsibility is being taken as the Minister for Social Services, as well as SKR and Försäkringskassan, have reported information to the committee. Read the speech
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Unserious healthcare providers in elderly care and profit
- Argues that elderly care is a municipal issue where the government is investing in an elderly care boost. Criticizes the Social Democrats' scaremongering which damages professional pride and emphasizes the need for more trained nursing assistants. Read the speech
- Desires a more thorough follow-up of housing managed under contract. Argues that the same follow-up should apply to both private and municipal housing to facilitate control. Read the speech
Healthcare, defense, migration and social issues debate
- Argues that Äldreomsorgslyftet is a welcome initiative. Asks what the initiative means for Dalarnas 15 municipalities and for Mora. Read the speech
Healthcare crisis, energy charter, and antisemitism debate
- Asks how the government is working to curb the welfare crime that has spread throughout Sweden. Argues that money has ended up in criminals' pockets and that people who are entitled to support have not received the help they need. Read the speech
Welfare technology in elderly care: SD, S, M, C, MP, KD, L
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that welfare technology improves quality of life, independence, and security, as well as gives staff more time. Emphasizes that the technology should be a complement to human presence and be used in an ethical manner. Read the speech
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- Argues that staff within elderly care do not need to be nursing assistants and can include care assistants. Points out that the municipalities are responsible for the work environment and that welfare technology can free up time for staff by automating tasks such as medication distribution. Read the speech
Economic challenges, welfare, and social issues in Sweden
- Asks if the government can allocate funds to help municipalities train summer workers in health and social care. Argues that Äldreomsorgslyftet should strengthen competence by giving staff the opportunity to train during working hours. Read the speech
Transfer guide dog operations from Synskadades Riksförbund
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal to transfer the exercise of authority from Synskadades Riksförbund to an administrative authority. Argues that state responsibility creates a more just system that facilitates monitoring and governance. Read the speech
Gang violence, agriculture, healthcare and cybersecurity
Immigration, AI, and Sami organization meetings in Riksdag
- Asks the Minister for Social Services what is being done to increase competence and safety at Sis. Emphasizes the importance of foster homes and other placements so that children can grow up in safety. Read the speech
Social services' responsibility for victims of violence
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the social services must provide early interventions and long-term support to those exposed to violence, while at the same time the penalties for violent crimes should be toughened. Read the speech
- Argues that the help should be equal throughout the country and not depend on which municipality one lives in. Wants the social services' work to be evidence-based to ensure a uniform handling of women. Read the speech
- Confirms that it is problematic when women in shelters want a secret identity. Expresses hope that the current government and the Tidö Agreement can lead to improvements. Read the speech
Support for people with disabilities: LSS, personal assistance
- Request approval of the committee's proposal. Want to ensure accessibility in all areas of society, promote the right to work and education and increase access to assistive devices regardless of place of residence. Read the speech
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Social policy, energy, immigration and children's rights
Tax cuts for high-income earners vs welfare and housing
- Asks how the Minister for Social Services and the government can help municipalities to obtain more foster homes in order to provide children and young people with a secure upbringing. Read the speech
Social services work: KD, S, and V debate housing and policy
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the social services need to become more efficient and result-oriented by reviewing organization and resources, as well as that a new Social Services Act during 2024 provides the necessary legal support. Read the speech
Accessibility Directive: S wants media law changes, V criticizes
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal to remove obstacles in the EU's internal market. Argues that the directive promotes inclusion and equality by increasing the accessibility of products and services for persons with disabilities. Read the speech
Energy policy, citizenship, healthcare and working environment
- Asks what the government is doing so that the elderly will feel better and to prevent loneliness. Emphasizes that physical activity, nutritious diet and well-being are important for the elderly's health and well-being. Read the speech
Elderly care funding: Äldreomsorgslyftet and staffing rules
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the elderly should have influence, security and access to good care, as well as that staff continuity and the right competence are crucial for the care. Read the speech
- Criticizes that Äldreomsorgslyftet did not become as good an initiative as intended since many dropped out. Argues that something else or a different combination of measures was needed to solve the staff shortage. Read the speech
- Means that initially many people started the training courses but that many then dropped out. Emphasizes the importance of training staff within elderly care but wants to wait for the evaluation. Read the speech
- Argues that pension organizations play an important role in keeping the elderly healthy and active. Points out that the supply of skills is a challenge for all industries and that more people who cannot support themselves should be allowed to enter workplaces. Read the speech
- Argues that the preventive work takes place in the municipalities. Points out that elderly centers have been discussed locally but not at the government level. Read the speech
Energy policy, electricity subsidies, and climate policy debate
Alcohol policy, infrastructure, housing, school and corruption
Crime, infrastructure, economy, housing and climate debate
- Argues that the restaurant industry is an important part of the tourism industry. Wants an alcohol law that is in step with the times and that does not force restaurants to throw away food. Read the speech
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