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Martin Westmont (SD)
What Martin Westmont 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.
Transparency in political processes and party contributions
- Welcomes the government's proposal on increased transparency and a ban on anonymous contributions. Argues that members in labor market organizations should be given the right to choose themselves whether their membership fees should be used for party contributions. Read the speech
- Argues that every individual should have the right to decide for themselves how membership fees are used. Points out that the Council on Legislation does not enact laws or determine which policy should be pursued. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposal has been prepared correctly with regard to all laws and regulations. Emphasizes that the question concerns the individual's possibility to personally choose how the membership fee shall be used. Read the speech
Somalia case governance and audit report debate
- Argues that the review should be objective and non-political. Criticizes deficiencies in security at Lantmäteriet, lack of professionalism in the AP funds' investments in Northvolt as well as the official's outcry at the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. Read the speech
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- Notes that officials have not been impartial in the case in question. Welcomes a broader debate on official responsibility and agency activism. Read the speech
Parliamentary process: MP support, Speaker and finances
- Welcomes the approach of placing the member in the center and strengthening the support for the party groups' offices. Views a more predictable election process for the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker positively and motions for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Government policy on unemployment, economy, security and social issues
- Asks if there is something wrong with the Swedish system when the state apparatus grows. Asks if the Minister for Employment shares the objective that state activities should be streamlined and that the number of state employees should decrease. Read the speech
Södertälje motorway bridge planning and defense project timeline
- Argues that the traffic situation on Europaväg 4 and 20 will deteriorate further. Proposes a broader overall solution to manage the traffic and ensure the continued growth of the Stockholm region. Read the speech
Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues
- Asks if the Minister for Development Aid shares the view that family reunification should take place in the country or region where the family has its roots. Argues that this is a better alternative than a life of marginalization in Sweden. Read the speech
Housing construction, healthcare queues and gang sentences
- Asks if it can be problematic that courts hand down sentences based on established practice. Argues that the level of punishment is often determined by the courts' own practice rather than solely by the law book. Read the speech
Stockholm police shortage: Government, S and SD debate safety
- Argues that the Tidö parties are working for more police and emphasizes the importance of cooperation with security personnel. Criticizes the Social Democrats' policy for having reduced the number of security guards, which has made Stockholm less safe. Read the speech
- Criticizes that Stockholm is deteriorating in terms of safety under the Social Democrats' rule. Argues that the cooperation between the police and security guards has worsened and warns that the whole of Sweden will be affected by increased insecurity if the Social Democrats get into power. Read the speech
Constitutional matters: SD, S, and V debate law amendments
- Argues that constitutional amendments should occur with deliberation and stability, but criticizes proposals that lock down democracy. Wants to preserve the monarchy, argues that EU membership should not be locked in the constitution and advocates for referendums on important issues. Read the speech
Public administration: S, M, V, C, MP debate service design
- Criticizes agency activism and a lack of civil servant responsibility that threatens trust in the state. Wants an administration where civil servants are impartial, follow the government's directives, and where undue influence is met with powerful countermeasures. Read the speech
Labor market, economy, environment and security debate
- Questions about equality mean that all citizens should have the same rights and obligations before the law. Criticizes that the law on hate speech treats people differently depending on ethnicity or religious affiliation. Read the speech
Civil and human rights: SD, S, and V debate freedoms
- Argues that system-threatening forces threaten freedoms and rights and criticizes the proposal that a minority should be given power over the constitutional laws. Wants to strengthen protection against discrimination based on political views and defend the majority principle. Read the speech
Electricity subsidies, defense, migration and taxes debate
- Argues that the number of bureaucrats in Sweden is large and costs taxpayers enormous amounts. Asks if the objective is for the number of bureaucrats to decrease and if the work to streamline the agency structure shall continue. Read the speech
Minister performance and government handling scrutiny
- Welcomes the review of the management of the state-owned enterprises. Argues that the management risks being perceived as unclear due to a lack of overview of the regulatory framework and advocates for increased transparency through better documentation of dialogues with the state-owned enterprises. Read the speech
Climate policy, elderly care and social services debate
- Argues that gang criminals receive grants through fraudulent medical certificates. Asks how the government will tighten the grant tap by investigating and prosecuting doctors who issue such certificates. Read the speech
Government policy on unemployment, school and integration
- Argues that there are jobs to apply for but that they are not always available in the region where one lives. Advocates that the long-term unemployed take personal responsibility for their livelihood by moving to where the jobs are. Read the speech
SVT terrestrial network 1.5 billion SEK and CBAM impact
- Asks if it could be relevant to broaden the civil service to be concentrated on other important areas of society, such as fuel and water supply. Views the plan to expand the civil service to 3,000 people positively. Read the speech
EU political advertising: transparency and profiling ban
- Opposeses the bill in its entirety due to over-implementation that threatens free freedom of expression and creates legal uncertainty. Proposes a graduated scale of sanctions and that the bill be rejected to be replaced with a minimum implementation. Read the speech
EU Media Freedom Act supplementary provisions debate
- Requests approval of the reservation and criticizes the proposal because it lacks guarantees for the precedence of the constitution, allows dynamic references to the EU regulation and gives the Media Authority an overly extensive mandate. Argues that the proposal threatens editorial independence, affects small media actors through administrative requirements and risks weakening freedom of the press. Read the speech
Government policies: care deduction, deportation, privatization
- Criticizes that foreigners staying illegally can rent housing and that landlords lack the right to evict them. Asks if the Minister for Migration is prepared to introduce legislation that enables eviction in order to force illegal migrants to leave the country. Read the speech
Constitutional amendments for democracy and court independence
- Proposes approval of reservation number 1. Criticizes the government's proposal because it gives a minority a veto over the will of the people and creates a rigid system. Welcomes elements that strengthen the independence of the courts and the independence of judicial appointments. Suggests that the government takes a new approach and instead discusses a model where only the most fundamental parts of the legislation have a special protection. Read the speech
School, culture, environment and economy question period
- Asks how the minister is working to strengthen the educations so that the future needs of the labor market are met. Argues that Sweden is often late in adapting when the labor market changes shape and that the Tidö agreement has put Sweden on the right track. Read the speech
Government compliance with climate goals and Consultation Act
- Argues that the Committee on the Constitution's work has functioned well and that the ministers have acted correctly in matters concerning visitation zones. Criticizes that a minister published incorrect information on social media but emphasizes that no law was broken or ministerial rule occurred. Read the speech
Government initiatives on security, economy, culture and social policy
- Asks how the EU Minister views the EU's "democratic shield" and how she will work to safeguard democracy and freedom of speech in Sweden. Expresses concern that supranational instruments can silence free opinion formation. Read the speech
Foreign policy, education, healthcare and UNRWA funding
- Asks if the aid can be developed to include cooperation projects with aid countries. Argues that Sweden has few simple jobs, which leads to grant dependency for foreign-born individuals, and that returnees may need jobs in their home countries. Read the speech
Municipal and regional issues and conditions for municipality sizes
- Proposes approval of reservation 7. Argues that core activities should be prioritized over expensive signature buildings and advocates for more local referendums through lowered requirements for signatures and digital systems. Read the speech
- Argues that every municipality must have a plan for its operations. Criticizes that municipalities expect the state to rescue them when they cannot make the finances work. Read the speech
- Want to promote a vibrant countryside by lowering fuel prices. Proposes the Sverigehus initiative to facilitate house building and make it more attractive to live in the countryside. Read the speech
Strengthening civil rights: abortion, courts and EU stance
- Requests approval of the reservations and emphasizes the importance of Sweden standing strong against the EU to safeguard self-determination. Argues that free formation of opinion must be protected against supranational instruments and suggests that the government investigate protection against discrimination based on political views. Criticizes the Institute for Human Rights' activities. Read the speech
Rule of law 2024 report: democracy, crime and EU sanctions
- Argues that the report is a tool to identify and manage weaknesses in the member countries. Criticizes the bureaucratic size of the EU and points out that corruption and organized crime have also gained a foothold in Sweden. Read the speech
Foreign policy, defense, and Ukraine support debate
Riksdag working methods, security, and public health debate
- Want the opening of the Riksdag meeting to be moved to the Royal Palace to strengthen cohesion and clarify the connection to the Royal House. Also proposes internal and external governing documents to nurture the Swedish language in the Riksdag's work. Read the speech
Minister performance and Government Offices cost increases
- Argues that it is positive that specific information is provided when motion times are shortened. Wants Swedish regulations not to go further than what EU legal acts require in order to protect the competitiveness of companies. Read the speech
Sweden's credibility, energy, infrastructure and aid debate
- Asks if the Minister sees the problems with shrinkflation and if measures can be taken to improve information to consumers. Argues that increased awareness of smaller packaging can increase competition and benefit consumers. Read the speech
Land and water management: M, S, and SD debate funding
- Wants a long-term plan for maintenance of water infrastructure and that the government investigates a percentage limit for water leakage similar to in Denmark. Argues that property owners with functioning private sewage systems should be allowed to decide on connection and wants increased coordination between authorities and municipalities. Read the speech
Children's rights in custody disputes and family law changes
- Proposes that participation in family mediation should be mandatory and occur early in separations to prioritize the child's best interests. Also wants a specific support person to be appointed for the child and that the judge personally meets the child in legal disputes. Read the speech
- Argues that questions regarding legal representation for children should be investigated further. Confirms that the party is positive towards an investigation but is waiting for the government's report to see how the issue should proceed. Read the speech
- Want children in a separation to receive an assistant from day one to support them in the process. Argues that the goal is to avoid the conflict ending up in court. Read the speech
- Means that one is positive towards investigating the issue. Points out that it would be wrong to take a position at the current stage since one does not know the government's proposal from the upcoming report. Read the speech
- Proposes that children should have an assistant from day one in a separation to reduce the number of disputes. Also argues that the judge should have a dialogue with the child to take the child's wishes into account. Read the speech
Civil preparedness for drinking water and critical infrastructure
- Asks whether the minister is confident that the municipalities have the primary responsibility for the drinking water supply in a crisis. Expresses concern that the municipalities may have deficiencies in awareness and accountability. Read the speech
- Asks whether it is sufficient for the county administrative boards to only contribute to the planning for the municipalities' water supply in a crisis. Argues that the county administrative boards should instead take a larger and more active responsibility for the water supply in a crisis situation. Read the speech
- Asks about what the structure for emergency water looks like and whether the government sees individual sewage systems as an advantage for civil defense. Points out that Russia in Ukraine is knocking out water supply and important infrastructure. Read the speech
Legal counsel for children in civil law proceedings
- Wants children to have a representative who accompanies them throughout the entire process. Criticizes the Socialdemokraterna for passivity on the issue and asks if other parties are prepared to cooperate on individual issues where there is a consensus. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for passivity and lack of responsibility when they were in power. Asks the Minister for Justice if the establishment of specialized courts with experts can be a way forward to ensure competence in disputes where children are involved. Read the speech
Government responsibility, infrastructure, crime and economy
- Asks if there is reason to review the legislation to prevent guardians or trustees from stealing children's money. Argues that today's legislation is arbitrary and enables money to be used for personal consumption. Read the speech
Water and sewage pipe maintenance and state subsidies
- Argues that it is problematic that Sweden has such significant deficiencies in the planning of the maintenance of water and sewage pipes. Asks how the government views the fact that some municipalities have long-term financing plans and what the government can do to improve this. Read the speech
- Asks how the financing of the large investment need will be managed. Criticizes that municipal politicians have prioritized visible projects over underground infrastructure. Asks whether the state will provide funds or if the municipalities will have to manage the expense themselves. Read the speech
- Argues that municipalities have a growing maintenance debt and need guidance as well as close cooperation. Asks if the education system can be reviewed to train more engineers and pipefitters to meet the staff shortage. Read the speech
Foreign business bans in Sweden: SD wants mandatory consideration
- Criticizes that the proposal only provides the possibility to consider foreign business prohibitions instead of establishing a requirement for it. Wants that foreign business prohibitions should always be considered and have great significance in order to curb fraud. Read the speech
Traffic insurance rules: SD wants liability only and EV responsibility
- Request approval for the reservation and argues that the expansion of the traffic insurance obligation is an over-implementation of EU directives. Wants the insurance obligation to be limited to a liability insurance in order to avoid increased premiums for all policyholders. Read the speech
Crime, healthcare, education and authority roles debate
- Asks whether the Minister for Justice intends to give authorities within the consumer area a more law enforcement mandate. Argues that authorities should report the crime they encounter in their activities to help in the fight against crime. Read the speech
Government investments in crime prevention, defense and education
- Asks whether the Minister for Justice is prepared to review the incest legislation in order to make it punishable to marry one's cousin. Read the speech
Immigration, AI, and Sami organization meetings in Riksdag
- Asks how the Minister for Civil Affairs will work to reduce the amount of potentially dangerous toys imported directly to Sweden from countries outside the EU. Read the speech
Land and water management and water and sewage system funding
- Proposes approval of reservation number 2. Argues that drinking water supply is a security issue that requires long-term planning and protection against environmental crimes. Wants that property owners should not automatically be forced to connect to municipal sewage networks if they have functioning private facilities. Read the speech
Consumer rights: 100m SEK for guidance and new sales rules
- Argues that consumer guidance should be strengthened and broadened. Proposes stricter legislation against advertising to children, written agreements for telephone sales of lotteries as well as that small business owners should be covered by the same rules as private individuals. Criticizes state subsidies to organizations with a political bias. Read the speech
- Argues that it often is not a matter of needing more money or resources to solve problems, but that the work should be restructured and resources directed where they do the most good. Promises to raise the issue with the government parties if too little is being done. Read the speech
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EU rail passenger regulation: rights, bicycle rules and refunds
- Requests approval of reservation number 3. Criticizes that unclear definitions of extraordinary events risk reducing passengers' right to compensation. Argues that rules for compensation must become clearer and proposes reimbursement within seven days. Read the speech
Alcohol sales, migration, crime and child psychiatry debate
- Asks how the Minister views conflicts of interest where financial advisors receive commission on the services they sell. Also asks if there are proposals to improve the terms for consumers who need financial advice. Read the speech
Right of association, Accounting Act and 40% women in boards
- Request approval for reservation number 1. Argues that the Accounting Act should be adapted to digital solutions to facilitate archiving outside Sweden. Also proposes simpler rules for annual accounts as well as a new investigation into optimal levels for share capital. Read the speech
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- Asks how Miljöpartiet reasons regarding the fact that women who already sit on corporate boards often have twice as many assignments as men. Asks if even more board assignments can be placed on these women. Read the speech
Drinking water security and PFAS rules in Sweden
- Argues that drinking water is our most important food source and that security surrounding drinking water resources and water protection areas must be prioritized. Points out that the drinking water reserve is a potential target in an attack on Sweden. Asks about the government's strategy regarding PFAS substances in nature. Read the speech
- Argues that the industry is dependent on drinking water for its production. Wants Sweden to be able to introduce its own, stricter rules to protect the environment and water protection areas against PFAS substances without waiting for EU decisions. Read the speech
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School, energy, economy, sports and social policy debate
- Asks whether it is relevant to introduce a law similar to the one in Norway to reduce the trade of overpriced tickets on the secondary market. Read the speech
Welfare, immigration and economy: S, KD and M debate measures
- Asks if the government is prepared to introduce sanctions against companies that send out false invoices to deceive consumers. Argues that the protection against scam invoices should also be extended to companies. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.