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Marcus Andersson (S)
What Marcus Andersson 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.
Welfare, school, migration and economy debate in Riksdag
- Argues that poverty in Sweden is increasing because the Tidö parties have prioritized tax cuts for the wealthy over ordinary people. Wants to abolish the "karensavdrag" (waiting period deduction) as it is a class issue that punishes workers and harms companies. Read the speech
Swedish Tax Agency measures against undeclared work and crime
- Argues that unreported work income constitutes a major economic loss. Criticizes that Skatteverket's controls do not primarily lead to measures against undeclared work and asks how the government will handle Skatteverket's request for modern control tools. Read the speech
- Asks whether the government will proceed with Skatteverket's request. Criticizes that the government is cutting appropriations to combat crime in the labor market and argues that there are insufficient measures against undeclared work. Proposes adding 75 million kronor to Skatteverket and wants to reintroduce a mandatory contractor deduction for construction companies. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a lack of reforms that provide authorities with the tools needed to counter unfair competition. Praises the cooperation between authorities that was recently carried out against illegal work and crimes against the working environment. Read the speech
Abolish stamp duty on ship mortgage registration to aid shipping
- Supports the proposal to abolish the stamp duty to strengthen Swedish shipping, supply, and preparedness. Argues that the government must revise the tonnage tax to create a more competitive regulatory framework and ensure a strong merchant fleet. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important for Sweden to establish a Swedish merchant fleet as quickly as possible. Supports the report with a specific statement regarding the stamp duty. Read the speech
- Argues that the government and the Sweden Democrats are not doing enough for Sweden's security regarding the merchant fleet. Emphasizes that the Social Democrats have raised and emphasized the issue. Read the speech
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- Argues that the Social Democrats are doing a lot but that more can be done. Wants to emphasize that the tonnage system and the tonnage tax are important parts to address and points out the inadequacies that exist in Swedish shipping. Read the speech
- Asks what needs to be done with the tonnage tax and when it should happen. Points out that the coalition partner has clearly stated that the tonnage tax should be changed. Read the speech
- Asks why the Moderaterna are not introducing a change to the tonnage tax as soon as possible. Argues that tax revenues were needed to finance welfare and defense. Read the speech
- Asks when the proposal will be submitted and how the member will work to ensure it is passed as soon as possible. Points out that the tonnage tax from 2017 included a decision on evaluation. Read the speech
- Argues that a changed tonnage tax can be solved easily and quickly. Points out that there is no answer as to when this is to take place and that the Swedish merchant fleet still needs a changed tonnage tax. Read the speech
Special income tax for persons residing abroad law adjustments
- Argues that the law on special income tax for those residing abroad needs to be adjusted to meet a modern labor market. Wants to simplify the rules through the new Öresund Agreement to strengthen competitiveness, facilitate for employees, and promote regional growth. Read the speech
- Asks how the proposed tax cuts will actually contribute to making the finances of the average wage earner work out. Means that a large part of the population experiences that it is tough times now. Read the speech
- Responds to the criticism regarding high taxes by pointing out that a marginal tax of 50 percent requires an income of 560,000 kronor per month. Criticizes the Moderaterna and Sverigedemokraterna for having misjudged the situation and cut back on labor market policy measures. Read the speech
VAT changes: M wants travel VAT return, SD proposes 21%
- Wants a comprehensive review of the tax system to create a more uniform, transparent and predictable system. Criticizes the government's and the Sverigedemokraternas policy which prioritizes tax cuts for high-income earners over a holistic review. Read the speech
Income tax impact on economy and distribution for low earners
- Argues that Sweden is in a tough economic situation where ordinary people are struggling financially. Criticizes that the government is lowering taxes for venture capitalists and individuals with high incomes. Wants to reintroduce the tax reduction for union fees. Advocates for a tax reform where those with large assets and high incomes contribute more to welfare and defense. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal strengthens the labor organizations and contributes to a stable labor market model. Asks why the Moderaterna are not doing anything about the major banks' dividends which have been taken from ordinary people's finances. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's tax cuts benefit those who earn the most. Instead wants to prioritize people with average incomes and take more measures for families with children and pensioners. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the richest earn the most from the proposed tax cut. Asks how the large tax cuts for venture capitalists are compatible with the promise of a stronger welfare state. Read the speech
- Points out that the Sverigedemokraterna are involved in deciding the government's budgets. Criticizes that the government chooses to allow carried interest, which means that tax money that could have gone to welfare instead remains with them who have extreme abundance. Read the speech
Foreign policy, defense, and Ukraine support debate
- Argues that the government ignores problems such as housing shortages, unemployment, and high food prices. Criticizes tax cuts for high-income earners as ineffective and asks how these are to solve everyday challenges. Read the speech
Sweden's crisis preparedness: staffing and civil defense
- Proposes approval of reservation number 3. Argues that civil actors need to be equipped, trained, and receive additional staff to meet crises. Emphasizes the need for good staffing, competence development, and increased material availability for the rescue services. Read the speech
Swedish Armed Forces upgrading and combat-ready brigades
- Asks how the Swedish National Audit Office's view of limited equipment and infrastructure affects the brigades' current ability to be combat-ready. Also asks what status prevails regarding the fulfillment of the active brigades. Read the speech
- Highlights the need to secure personnel resources and competence. Asks how the material supply and logistics function within the brigade concept as well as whether measures are needed to avoid bottlenecks in the service stocks. Read the speech
- Argues that FMV's role is important and that it needs to be expanded to meet the Swedish Armed Forces' increased needs. Wants the Minister for Defence to specify his assessment and which indications he follows regarding supply and material availability. Read the speech
Foreign policy, healthcare, Natoprocess crisis and EU sanctions
- Asks how the Minister for Civil Defence intends to ensure the rescue services' need for and access to personnel. Argues that the rescue services need to be robust to meet hybrid threats, war and disasters. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.