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Serkan Köse (S)
What Serkan Köse 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.
Inter-Parliamentary Union: Swedish delegation and Ukraine
- Argues that inter-parliamentary work is crucial for strengthening democracy, defending international law, and creating dialogue in a time of authoritarian threats. Emphasizes the importance of Nordic and Baltic cooperation and thanks the delegation's members and officials for their work. Read the speech
Integration, deportations and labor market debate in Riksdag
- Argues that the Sverigedemokraterna share responsibility for the labor market policy and the government's results. Asks what concrete and successful measures the party has actually proposed or pushed through to solve the segregation. Read the speech
- Asks which reforms have been implemented within the labor market policy. Argues that high unemployment and lack of integration are linked as work is crucial for economic security and contribution to the welfare. Points out that no reforms are on the agenda. Read the speech
- Argues that segregation is due to systemic failures such as unemployment, overcrowding, and inadequate schooling and criticizes the government's policy for lacking concrete reforms. Wants to strengthen social cohesion through housing policy, labor market measures, and establishment allowances to create fair opportunities. Read the speech
- Means that people who behave correctly and are raised in Sweden should absolutely not be deported. Informs that the issue is being discussed in the Committee on Social Insurance and that the Minister for Migration is open to reviewing the legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that young people who have done well for themselves and grown up in the country should stay in Sweden. States that the Minister for Migration has opened for a discussion on a valve for this group, which shall be included in the spring propositions. Read the speech
- Means that he cannot give an answer on the specific wording as he has not seen it. Emphasizes that children who have attended school in Sweden and behaved correctly should be treated in a factual manner. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats have not always said no to tax cuts for young people but have negotiated them. Points out that previous tax cuts did not yield the expected effects and emphasizes the importance of managing tax funds effectively to create jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus should be on labor market policy, integration, and building away segregation. Asks if the Sweden Democrats want certain municipalities to be exempt from responsibility while others are made to bear it. Read the speech
- Confirms that the Social Democrats will not back down from a strict migration policy. Argues that youth unemployment is high in comparison with the EU and asks how the opposing party intends to handle the 100,000 young people who neither work nor study. Read the speech
- Argues that the sense of community is built through strong schools, safety, and real paths to employment. Criticizes that civil society and municipalities are left alone and asks for concrete reforms that strengthen the everyday lives of families. Read the speech
- Argues that values require a material basis and that the state must be present through a functioning school, housing market, and labor market. Criticizes passivity and cuts that affect children's life chances and asks if the Kristdemokraterna dare to demand more resources. Read the speech
- Argues that foreign-born women often become trapped in isolation and need more ambitious, individually tailored establishment measures. Asks when the Liberals will deliver a concrete proposition based on the 2023 investigation. Read the speech
- Criticizes that three years have passed without the investigation's proposals being put into action. Asks if it is the government's basis that is hindering the Liberals' ability to deliver concrete proposals to get more people into work. Read the speech
Unemployment: L proposes lower employer fees for young people
- Argues that Sweden is in a mass unemployment crisis and criticizes the government's passive policy as well as cuts in adult education. Asks how the government can present a budget without job-creating reforms in the midst of the crisis. Read the speech
- Questions about the impact of labor immigration on the labor market and what the minister intends to do in the short term to combat mass unemployment. Criticizes that the resources for Arbetsförmedlingen are insufficient and that adult education has been cut. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's policy has led to more unemployed, poorer households and lower growth. Criticizes that the budget reduces resources for active labor market policy and Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
Unemployment among persons with disabilities and government measures
- Argues that the government's words do not match the reality where people with disabilities are met with waiting and passivity. Criticizes cuts in Arbetsförmedlingen and the folk high schools and asks for concrete measures to shorten the waiting times. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government's ambitions do not reach people who need jobs and support here and now. Argues that the National Audit Office's report shows a lack of governance, unreasonable waiting times, and that budget cuts have reduced the staffing levels. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's governance and argues that cuts at Arbetsförmedlingen as well as at the folk high schools have weakened the support for persons with disabilities. Asks what the government intends to do here and now to help those who have waited for years to enter employment. Read the speech
IPU role for democracy, security, and Ukraine resolutions
- Argues that the Inter-Parliamentary Union is a necessary arena to defend the core of democracy, freedom of speech, and persecuted colleagues. Wants Sweden to continue to support IPU's work for human rights, equality, and peace. Read the speech
Economic challenges for single parents and family policy
- Criticizes that the government is lowering the housing allowance and not doing enough to counteract child poverty. Argues that many working parents live below the poverty line due to high rents and weak support. Read the speech
- Criticizes that tax cuts do not solve child poverty when many working people live below the poverty line. Argues that society fails children who go hungry and suggests that families need higher benefits rather than tax cuts to achieve equal opportunities. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's and the Sweden Democrats' policy as they prioritize tax cuts and the work line over child poverty. Argues that single parents and children live under economic pressure and asks what is required for the government to act. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen availability and 4 billion SEK savings
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingens accessibility is deteriorating at the same time as unemployment is increasing. Criticizes that the government is dismantling physical presence for those who need it most and requests concrete proposals on how the agency's local presence should be handled. Read the speech
- Expresses concern over closures and resource shortages at Arbetsförmedlingen. Proposes that the agency be given a mandate to be present in socioeconomically disadvantaged areas and that the 4 billion are used in cooperation with municipalities. Read the speech
- Argues that the savings of 4 billion SEK should be used to support those who need it most. Criticizes that Arbetsförmedlingen warns of insufficient resources and unreasonable workload. Read the speech
High unemployment and regional skills shortages in Sweden
- Criticizes the government's response as insufficient and argues that unemployment is at a record low. Argues that cuts in education and diminished security in the welfare system create economic insecurity and reduced mobility. Read the speech
- Asks about the government's goals for the labor market policy and how they intend to reverse the historically high unemployment. Criticizes that the government has cut back on labor market training and argues that the current resources are insufficient. Read the speech
- Welcomes the bill on information exchange between Arbetsförmedlingen and municipalities. Argues that resources must accompany the measures for them to reach the job seekers and demands reinforced labor market policy interventions for groups that are far from the labor market. Read the speech
Stockholm housing shortage and labor market impact debate
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- Argues that the Stockholm housing market is dysfunctional and that the government's measures are insufficient. Criticizes that the lack of housing supply stifles growth and recruitment, as well as that Arbetsförmedlingen is underfunded. Read the speech
- Argues that the housing shortage threatens socially important professions and Sweden's growth. Criticizes the government's funds to Arbetsförmedlingen which primarily concern control and asks how the government will handle the correlation between the housing market and the labor market. Read the speech
Tvärförbindelse Södertörn: Financing and 33.5% cost increase
- Criticizes the government's decision to pause the start of construction of Tvärförbindelse Södertörn, which is seen as a betrayal of the region's development and freight transport. Asks how the government intends to ensure that Södertörn is not negatively affected by the postponement. Read the speech
- Asks why the Minister is raising cost control when the project is fully funded and has gained legal force. Argues that the region needs action rather than investigations to create jobs and accessibility. Read the speech
Construction industry bankruptcies: KD and S debate crisis
- Argues that the construction industry is in a historical crisis with record-high bankruptcies and lost jobs. Criticizes the government's measures as marginal and argues that the abolition of the investment support is a main cause of the crisis. Advocates for reintroduced investment support, state credits, and a green rot deduction. Asks how many more companies will go bankrupt before the minister acts. Read the speech
- Welcomes the government's economic incentives, but criticizes the minister for taking the crisis too lightly and for not presenting an action plan for the thousands of construction workers who have lost their jobs. Asks for a concrete statement to the affected workers. Read the speech
Labor market, migration, infrastructure and welfare debate
- Argues that Sweden has the highest unemployment in 25 years and that a wave of bankruptcies is hitting the construction sector. Asks whether the Minister for Employment will ensure that Arbetsförmedlingen receives the resources required to meet the acute situation. Read the speech
Unemployment management and labor market policy measures
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- Criticizes the government's passivity and argues that vocational training has decreased despite the employers' needs. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen has been weakened through the closure of offices and that the abolition of the investment support has led to lost jobs in the construction sector. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the resources for active labor market policy and Arbetsförmedlingen have been significantly reduced. Urges the Minister to strengthen the agency and to take responsibility for the increasing hopelessness among young people. Read the speech
Integration: SD wants return migration, M wants language rules
- Argues that investments in language, jobs, and education yield clear results for the establishment of newcomers. Criticizes the Sweden Democrats for having implemented cuts in labor market policy despite research showing that such interventions work. Read the speech
- Argues that early and intensive labor market interventions are crucial for breaking exclusion and improving employment. Criticizes the Sverigedemokraterna for voting against research-based interventions and asks for their long-term plan for integration. Read the speech
- Argues that integration is about rights, obligations, and opportunities for work and education. Criticizes the government and the Sverigedemokraterna for cuts in language training and labor market policy as well as for a divisive rhetoric. Wants to preserve the settlement law and proposes an active labor market policy with a focus on education, language, and equality. Read the speech
- Argues that the current Settlement Act works but needs to be evaluated. Criticizes the government's intention to dismantle the law so that municipalities can refuse newcomers instead of taking a common, solidary responsibility. Read the speech
- Argues that the Settlement Act has functioned to get more municipalities to take responsibility. Wants all municipalities to take a greater responsibility to integrate people into the labor market and ensure that they move to where jobs and housing are available. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Sweden Democrats for a lack of concrete proposals against segregation and for not having reduced funding for labor market measures. Argues that requirements are already being placed on people to establish themselves in the labor market. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Sweden Democrats use a rhetoric that points out groups as collective criminals. Argues that the Social Democrats instead want to create conditions for integration through active measures and interventions. Read the speech
Sustainable taxi industry: S demands review and app links
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- Welcomes that the Minister is looking at the Danish example. Argues that today's taxi industry is characterized by insecurity, unhealthy competition, and exploitation, and emphasizes that the state cannot accept tax evasion, crime, or that drivers are exploited. Read the speech
Measures against high unemployment: L tax cuts, S policy
- Argues that Sweden is in a labor market crisis and criticizes the government's passivity. Argues that the government has deprioritized Arbetsförmedlingen and advocates for an active labor market policy with investments in education. Asks when the minister intends to present reforms to break the unemployment. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is in a labor market crisis and criticizes the government's passive policy which lacks concrete measures. Demands investments in active labor market policies and criticizes that Arbetsförmedlingen is being eroded through reduced resources. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's neoliberal policy and tax cuts for the wealthiest which create inequality. Argues that Sweden needs investments in people, solidarity, and collective efforts to build a strong society. Read the speech
Integration and equality: SD return migration, SK tax cuts
- Argues that the Sweden Democrats, as part of the government basis, have a responsibility to deliver concrete results to break segregation and promote integration. Asks which successful measures the party has proposed and pushed through to create a real sense of community. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's policy for reinforcing segregation and dividing society through cuts in adult education and labor market policy. Argues that breaking segregation requires investments in education, work, and welfare instead of short-term cuts. Read the speech
- Wants a budget alternative with investments in integration and equality. Criticizes the government's policy to abolish investment support and reduce adult education, and argues that the Tidö Agreement builds walls by limiting rights. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats are investing in active labor market policies, adult education, and housing construction to break down exclusion and segregation. Criticizes the Sweden Democrats for their tax cuts and budget cuts instead reinforcing segregation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats presented a long-term reform plan to break segregation through investments in safety, school, and labor market policy. Criticizes the Sweden Democrats for having removed these resources and asks how they intend to combat segregation. Read the speech
Measures to combat unemployment: tax cuts, education, work principle
- Argues that Sweden is in a labor market crisis with the highest unemployment in ten years. Criticizes the government's passivity and argues that resources for labor market policy programs are being reduced in the budget. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for sitting on its hands and cutting back on adult education, study start support, and active labor market policies. Argues that Social Democratic policy should instead focus on investments, education, and transition to create jobs. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government for lacking insight into the labor market crisis and for cutting resources for active labor market policies. Argues that the government should invest in support measures instead of tax cuts for the richest. Read the speech
New-start jobs for criminals: M defends controls, S seeks review
- Argues that the nystartsjobben are poorly designed and suffer from extensive flaws, leading to abuse and fraud. Wants the system to undergo a labor market policy review with requirements for collective agreements and stronger controls. Read the speech
- Argues that nystartsjobb (new start jobs) have become a backdoor for fraud due to lack of controls. Criticizes the government for ignoring the Swedish National Audit Office's warnings and for weakening the protection mechanisms. Demands answers regarding requirements for stricter controls, labor market policy assessment, and collective agreements. Read the speech
National Audit Office report on job seekers and education
- Criticizes that the Sweden Democrats are removing the study start support and lowering the unemployment insurance. Asks how this affects the opportunities for the long-term unemployed and young people to get jobs when resources are reduced. Read the speech
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- Argues that the system for allocating short-term educated individuals to studies does not work and wants Arbetsförmedlingen to have greater responsibility for matching and expanded support. Wants to reform the study start support and criticizes the government's cuts to the a-kassa as well as tax cuts for high-income earners. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen warnings and government unemployment policy
- Argues that Sweden is in an unemployment crisis and criticizes the government for lacking an action plan. Also criticizes that the cuts at Arbetsförmedlingen are a consequence of the government's austerity policy. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government does not take the labor market crisis seriously and lacks a clear action plan. Argues that cuts in Arbetsförmedlingen and adult education make it harder for people to find work. Read the speech
- Confirms that money shall be used but argues that the repayments depend on cyclical and structural reasons. Argues that the government should present a plan for surplus funds and criticizes the prioritization of tax cuts over housing construction. Read the speech
Subsidized employment and nystartsjobb audit report debate
- Questions whether the government's current measures are sufficient to handle the abuse and if more needs to be done to help people far from the labor market. Wants new grants to be paused until the system is reviewed. Read the speech
- Argues that the current system for "nystartsjobb" (new start jobs) is poorly designed and fosters labor-related crime. Proposes that the granting of new "nystartsjobb" be paused until the government presents concrete proposals to gain control over the system. Read the speech
- Argues that nystartsjobb are important but criticizes the system for posing a risk of abuse and work-related crime due to lack of controls. Wants to introduce means-testing, requirements for collective agreements, strengthened control, and an immediate stop for new assignments. Read the speech
- Questions about whether the member is satisfied with the resources allocated to Arbetsförmedlingen to counter incorrect payments and manage the control work. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen will not be able to fulfill its mission with existing resources. Asks if Liberalerna will support the proposal to pause the granting of new nystartsjobb until the system is improved. Read the speech
Subsidized employment audit: M approves, S and SD want reform
- Points out that the nystartsjobb reform was introduced by the bourgeois government and is criticized by the Swedish National Audit Office for lack of controls. Asks whether the Moderaterna support labor market screening and collective agreements to strengthen legal certainty as well as how their previous budget cuts align with the need for more resources. Read the speech
- Account for how the Social Democrats strengthened the cooperation with trade unions and set requirements for collective agreements. Criticizes that the government is withdrawing resources from trade union organizations and asks why they oppose labor market testing and collective agreements. Read the speech
- Argues that subsidized employments can yield results if they are correctly designed. Asks if the member is prepared to support the proposal to stop all new grants of nystartsjobb until the government has managed the system. Read the speech
- Argues that the system for nystartsjobb (new start jobs) does not work and fosters crime. Asks if the Sverigedemokraterna are prepared to support a proposal to stop all new grants until the system is corrected. Read the speech
Crime in the taxi industry: deregulation and new measures
- Argues that the deregulation of the taxi industry has gone too far and that illegal taxi activity harms serious actors as well as the public's access to services. Criticizes that the government is waiting until 2025 to act and demands immediate measures. Read the speech
- Argues that black taxi activity worsens employees' conditions and safety. Suggests that the government should be inspired by the Danish model with strict regulations and asks for concrete proposals to combat crime in the workplace. Read the speech
- Argues that the current government is responsible for crime in the labor market and criticizes the minister for not presenting concrete reforms. Asks what measures are on the table today to combat illegal taxi activities. Read the speech
Integration policy goals: individual responsibility and work
- Criticizes the government's passivity and lack of concrete reforms to break down exclusion and segregation. Argues that cuts in active labor market policies hinder integration and asks when the minister intends to implement previously promised proposals. Read the speech
- Asks when the Minister intends to implement the investigation's concrete proposals. Criticizes the government's lack of reform programs and cuts in active labor market policy and advocates for a comprehensive action plan against segregation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats set requirements and emphasize the importance of language and education. Criticizes the government for lacking concrete measures and reforms to achieve the integration goals. Proposes that the commission's proposals be implemented immediately. Read the speech
IPU role in peace and democracy for human rights and safety
- Argues that the IPU is an irreplaceable platform for dialogue and cooperation that promotes peace, democracy, and human rights. Emphasizes Sweden's contribution to the organization and its work in protecting parliamentarians, combating cybercrime, and promoting equality. Read the speech
Integration policy: SD, S, and V debate requirements and cuts
- Notes that the Social Democratic government during its period took measures to promote integration and combat segregation. Asks why the Sweden Democrats want to abolish the Settlement Act but not the EBO Act, which could potentially reinforce current problems. Read the speech
- Clarifies that the aforementioned measures were carried out during the Social Democratic government's time. Asks for concrete examples of the reforms that the Sverigedemokraterna claim to have implemented. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's passivity and the dismantling of Delmos. Advocates for powerful initiatives against school segregation and a more ambitious, individually tailored establishment program. Argues that cuts in labor market policy hinder integration. Read the speech
- Argues that economic resources are crucial for combating segregation and creating an equal society. Asks why previous investments have not led to results and emphasizes the importance of resources distributed according to need. Read the speech
- Argues that money is of great importance for the municipalities' resources. Criticizes that the budget for active labor market policy has been halved during the recession and emphasizes that resources must be distributed according to need to achieve an equal society. Read the speech
- Argues that the integration experience is affected by factors such as social relations and discrimination. Suggests that a better integration policy and more resources are needed so that people can succeed. Read the speech
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Unemployment insurance tapering: L's jobs vs S's inequality
- Criticizes the proposal for a sharper reduction of the unemployment insurance as socio-economically counterproductive and argues that it creates economic inequality. Asks the Minister how he can justify the measure and how he intends to address the deficiencies in the impact assessment. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Minister lacks answers and withdraws resources from active labor market policies. Argues that the proposal lacks a consequence analysis, lacks support in international research and risks creating an economic underclass. Read the speech
Youth unemployment regional differences and Arbetsförmedlingen
- Argues that the government ignores growing regional differences and increasing youth unemployment. Criticizes that the resources for Arbetsförmedlingen have been reduced and asks how the minister has managed to press down youth unemployment when the statistics show the opposite. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for not answering the questions regarding the challenges for young people with disabilities. Argues that cuts in Arbetsförmedlingen prevent these young people from establishing themselves and urges the government to secure the resources. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for avoiding questions about youth unemployment and lacking concrete plans for the labor market. Argues that layoffs at Arbetsförmedlingen are due to previous budgets and prioritizes household finances over the profits of the big banks. Read the speech
Construction industry: KD, S, M propose jobs and tax reforms
- Criticizes the government's deficient measures and passivity in the face of the profound crisis in the construction industry. Proposes state construction stimulus, state construction loans, and a reformed ROT deduction to increase the pace of construction and create sustainable housing. Read the speech
- Argues that current measures are not sufficient to handle the construction crisis and the increasing unemployment. Wants to increase investments in skills development and resources for labor market policy to help those who become unemployed. Read the speech
- Expresses concern that increased unemployment within the construction industry will have extensive consequences for the entire labor market and society. Argues that the loss of skills must be managed to avoid historical mistakes. Asks what the Minister plans to do to increase housing construction. Read the speech
Södertörn University status and research quality debate
- Argues that Södertörn University is a high-quality knowledge engine that meets the requirements for university status. Criticizes the government's lack of strategic thinking and asks what prevents the government from granting the university status and resources. Read the speech
- Argues that Södertörn University has academic quality and plays an important role nationally and internationally. Asks what prevents the government from granting the university university status given the marginal economic consequences. Read the speech
Long-term unemployed: Arbetsförmedlingen efficiency and cuts
- Criticizes that Arbetsförmedlingen's efforts are insufficient and ineffective due to significant resource shortages and cuts. Asks how the agency can offer tailored support to those who need it most when specialized resources are now being reduced. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Minister does not answer the question but instead blames previous governments. Argues that resource cuts mean that Arbetsförmedlingen cannot fulfill its mission and asks how the Minister intends to ensure necessary resources. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the minister has not presented concrete reforms to strengthen resources for active labor market policies. Argues that resource reductions since 2019 have affected Arbetsförmedlingen's efforts and that current savings remove necessary support for persons with disabilities. Read the speech
Economic barriers to children's sports: KD 2bn and tax cuts
- Argues that the economic crisis makes sports a class issue where families are forced to choose between food and sport. Asks when the leisure card (fritidskortet) will be introduced and how the 730 million for 2024 will be used to lower the thresholds. Read the speech
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- Argues that lowered taxes do not help poor families with children or reduce socioeconomic inequalities. Suggests that the policy acts to strengthen the finances of families with children and ensures that all children receive equal opportunities for sports and leisure. Read the speech
Child poverty measures: S proposes higher child allowance
- Argues that families with children are hit hard by inflation and that children's rights are threatened by growing poverty. Proposes extra child allowance and reinforced maintenance support as well as asks for concrete measures to address the acute child poverty. Read the speech
- Argues that the economic crisis hits families with children hard and that Sweden, as a welfare state, must take responsibility. Criticizes the government's cuts to labor market policy and the lack of resources to get more people into work. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government is reducing resources for active labor market policies and adult education. Argues that this leads to fewer people being able to participate in the measures and that Arbetsförmedlingen is not reaching its goals. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen cuts and skills shortage strategies
- Argues that the Swedish labor market is in a deep crisis with increasing unemployment and bankruptcies. Criticizes the government's cuts in active labor market policies and asks how the government will ensure that Arbetsförmedlingen receives the necessary resources. Read the speech
- Argues that the Minister lacks an understanding of the labor market's serious situation and mismatch. Asks how cuts in Arbetsförmedlingen can manage growing long-term unemployment and skills shortages. Read the speech
- Criticizes that Johan Pehrson has removed goals regarding increased transition to work, focus on women, and cooperation with municipalities in the regulatory letters. Asks what the Minister intends to do to solve the current mismatch and increased unemployment with fewer resources. Read the speech
Nystartsjobb abuse: L and S demand stricter controls
- Argues that the design of nystartsjobb with broad qualification requirements and a lack of controls increases the risk of abuse and work-related crime. Asks the Minister what measures are intended to be taken to counter fraud and ensure that employees are not exploited. Read the speech
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- Criticizes that the current system for start-up jobs has insufficient controls and weak requirements for employers, which has led to fraud and labor crime. Argues that the intervention must be needs-based and individual to counter incorrect payments. Read the speech
Labor market policy funds and Arbetsförmedlingen resources
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen cannot fully utilize its resources due to budget cuts and reduced allocation capacity. Asks the Minister if there is a connection between staff reductions and unspent funds. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the grant to adult education is not a real increase when inflation is taken into account. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen cannot fulfill its mission with the existing resources despite the government's claims of increased funds. Read the speech
- Argues that the Minister has not answered questions regarding efficiency and resources sent back to the state. Criticizes budget cuts and argues that Arbetsförmedlingen needs increased resources rather than savings to fulfill its mandate. Read the speech
Unemployment and skilled labor shortage: tax cuts and budget
- Criticizes that the government ignores the deep crisis in the labor market with increasing bankruptcies and layoffs. Argues that the government has cut funding for labor market policy and adult education despite the economic situation. Read the speech
- Criticizes the minister for avoiding responsibility for increasing bankruptcies and layoffs. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen is receiving reduced appropriations and demands more resources for labor market training and regional support. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for ignoring threats of 16,000 bankruptcies within the construction and restaurant sectors. Argues that the government should take measures against the banks' excess profits to help households that are struggling to pay their bills. Read the speech
Nystartsjobb: Better control of payments and collective agreements
- Argues that subsidized employments are important measures. Criticizes the "nystartsjobb" (startup jobs) for being risky and ineffective due to lack of control and rights-based design. Asks if the Minister will review the resources for nystartsjobb. Read the speech
- Argues that there are insufficient resources to combat crime in the labor market. Wants Arbetsförmedlingen to receive greater resources to handle incorrect payments and argues that rights-based measures foster crime. Read the speech
Healthcare crisis, energy charter, and antisemitism debate
- Highlights the high mortality rate in Swedish workplaces, particularly within the construction industry. Proposes that a crisis commission be established to analyze and address the underlying causes of these incidents. Read the speech
Construction industry crisis and labor market impact reforms
- Criticizes the government's response for being too short and not addressing the challenges that exist in the labor market. Argues that the housing shortage requires a housing commission to solve the crisis. Read the speech
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- Argues that the crisis in the construction sector threatens the entire economy and the labor market. Criticizes the government's proposals as insufficient and suggests state construction stimuli, credits, as well as a focus on youth and student housing. Asks why there is no desire to establish a housing commission. Read the speech
Northern Sweden industrialization strategy and labor policy
- Criticizes the lack of concrete measures or a finished strategy for northern Sweden despite previous promises. Argues that the delay is concerning and demands that the minister take responsibility and clarify when the strategy will be presented. Read the speech
- Criticizes the poor working environment of employees in the super-department and argues that the current measures are not sufficient to solve the skills shortage. Argues that the cuts in adult education and the active labor market policy are worrying. Read the speech
- Argues that inflation must be fought by all means. Criticizes the government's policy of lowering taxes for high-income earners while families with children suffer and demands more resources for adult education and labor market training. Read the speech
Relative poverty in Sweden: M tax cuts vs S bank tax
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- Criticizes that the Finance Minister's response does not provide hope or concrete solutions for households. Argues that the cost crisis hits wage earners, young adults, and particularly vulnerable groups hard. Asks for concrete measures to improve the situation for those in relative poverty. Read the speech
Nordkalotten Foundation role in green transition and skills
- Argues that there is a lack of national insight regarding the extensive skills shortage. Criticizes the government's cuts in labor market policy and suggests that the state must take greater responsibility through a national plan for skills supply. Read the speech
- Looking forward to a national strategy and a super-ministry to manage the skills supply. Proposes that the number of places for vocational labor market training be doubled and that the government invests 1 billion kronor more in active labor market policy. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a mismatch in the labor market and that Arbetsförmedlingen needs more resources. Asks when the government will take greater responsibility for a national coordination of the skills supply. Read the speech
State grant for trade unions: L and S debate subsidy removal
- Argues that the government's decision to abolish the state subsidy constitutes a fundamental threat to the structure of the labor market system. Criticizes that the decision places an unreasonable administrative burden on trade unions and asks how they can maintain their role without financial support. Read the speech
- Argues that the administrative requirements for reviewing employment requests are very high. Criticizes that the government expects trade unions to perform this work for free while Arbetsförmedlingens resources are being reduced. Read the speech
Youth unemployment: job tax credit, vocational college, housing
- Criticizes that the Minister does not mention young people with disabilities and points out that these individuals face major obstacles, long waiting times, and a lack of specialized expertise at Arbetsförmedlingen. Wants Arbetsförmedlingen to receive reinforced resources and for collaborations with employers to be created to promote inclusion. Asks how the Minister plans to strengthen the support and the cooperation with the business sector. Read the speech
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Labor market policy: SFI time limits and work requirements
- Argues that Sweden faces economic uncertainty and a slowdown in the labor market. Criticizes the government's cuts in active labor market policy and Arbetsförmedlingen. Asks for specific goals and concrete measures. Read the speech
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- Argues that the government lacks a clear objective for labor market policy and a list of reforms. Advocates for a proactive, individually tailored strategy with resources to equip people for vacant jobs. Read the speech
National commitment against segregation: L proposes resources
- Criticizes the government's passivity and lack of concrete reforms to break segregation. Argues that resources should be redistributed to vulnerable schools, investments in community builders are required and cuts in the labor market policy should be reassessed. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government does not answer questions about cuts in education, housing, and the labor market. Argues that the government's budget priorities and reduced investments risk worsening segregation and asks how the minister intends to counteract the causes of segregation. Read the speech
- Criticizes the minister for ignoring the voices of reality and repeating empty promises instead of taking concrete actions. Argues that the Liberals' analysis of societal problems lacks concrete action and that their cooperation reinforces the division. Read the speech
Young people not working or studying: KD and S demand more
- Argues that young people with disabilities and mental illness face major obstacles in the labor market. Wants an active state labor market policy, reintroduced education contracts and a ceiling for unemployment. Asks how the government will concretely strengthen the support. Read the speech
- Argues that the knowledge gap regarding young people who neither work nor study must be addressed through target-group-adapted and cross-sectoral strategies. Criticizes the removal of support for student unions and demands more resources for active labor market policy. Read the speech
- Argues that society has a responsibility to give young people without work or studies a chance. Wants resources to be allocated to schools, healthcare, student unions, and labor market policy. Read the speech
Municipalities' role in labor market policy and integration
- Argues that the Swedish labor market is facing a rapid transformation due to a skills shortage. Criticizes that Arbetsförmedlingen rejects the municipalities' efforts despite investigations showing that they can act as providers. Asks whether municipalities should be allowed to offer measures and financial compensation. Read the speech
- Argues that cooperation between Arbetsförmedlingen and the municipalities is crucial for more people to get work. Wants the government to clarify the municipalities' role as providers of services and asks how the government intends to continue developing this cooperation. Read the speech
- Argues that municipalities should be a complement to Arbetsförmedlingen and that the agency must value the unique contributions the municipalities offer. Expects Arbetsförmedlingen to deepen the cooperation with municipalities to improve efficiency and increase individuals' opportunities for work. Read the speech
Unemployment and discrimination for young people with disabilities
- Argues that the low employment among young people with disabilities is due to structural problems and insufficient inclusion. Demands that Arbetsförmedlingen receives sufficient resources for personal support and asks how the agency should be strengthened as well as what initiatives exist for cooperation. Read the speech
- Criticizes that only half of young people with disabilities are employed and that discrimination occurs. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingens bureaucracy, long waiting times, and cuts in specialist services constitute obstacles to their establishment in the labor market. Read the speech
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Study associations labor market integration and folkbildning
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- Argues that study associations are a key actor for integration and bridge-building between cultures. Criticizes the Liberals' budget proposal for significantly reducing support for study associations. Asks how the government intends to ensure continued support for asylum seekers and foreign-born individuals. Read the speech
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Cuts in non-formal education and study association funding
- Criticizes that the sports movement lacks investments in the government's budget despite its importance for public health and inclusion. Asks how the government can guarantee that the budget changes do not undermine the sports movement's role within public education. Read the speech
Cuts in non-formal education: S and L criticize government
- Criticizes the Minister for using Arbetarnas bildningsförbund as a scapegoat to win political points. Argues that more support is needed for adult education and sports clubs, and urges the Minister to reconsider their decision. Read the speech
Popular education funding: L wants separate folk high school grants
- Criticizes the Liberals for deviating from their tradition and pursuing a policy that harmonizes with the Sweden Democrats' restrictive view on popular education. Asks how the Minister shall ensure the integrity of popular education and free formation of opinion, as well as justify the gap between study associations and folk high schools. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's hasty measures and the Liberals' support for initiatives that undermine popular education. Asks how the minister can ensure that popular education remains protected from political interference and continues to serve its purpose. Read the speech
Iran's attacks on Kurds: EU sanctions and diplomatic pressure
- Argues that the Iranian regime and the Revolutionary Guard are committing gross crimes against humanity through attacks against Kurdish targets. Asks whether the Foreign Minister intends to publicly condemn Iran's attacks against Iraq's sovereignty and take measures to draw attention to the oppression of Kurds. Read the speech
- Argues that the Iranian regime is committing gross violations of human rights against the Kurds. Wants the government to intensify its efforts to highlight the situation and clearly condemn the attacks against civilians. Read the speech
Iran: Listing Revolutionary Guard as terror group and sanctions
- Argues that the Iranian regime poses a direct threat to Sweden and Europe. Wants a new Iran policy with powerful measures, tightened entry bans, and support for democratic forces. Asks what prevents Sweden from pushing to designate the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Foreign Minister does not answer questions regarding support for democratic forces. Argues that the government must act decisively by branding the Revolutionary Guard as terrorists, introducing stricter entry bans, and openly supporting democratic forces in Iran. Read the speech
Skills shortage in northern Sweden's green industrial transition
- Argues that the government's cuts in labor market policy and the Arbetsförmedlingen's budget undermine the skills supply in northern Sweden. Asks why the Minister rejects a national skills supply commission and what specific measures are being taken to strengthen the attractiveness of northern Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that the industry faces a recruitment crisis that threatens Sweden's competitiveness. Criticizes the government's response as insufficient and short-sighted and asks how the government intends to solve the skills gap, especially in northern Sweden. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for lacking a national strategy and for the government's measures being insufficient and short-sighted. Asks why the Minister rejects the proposal for a unified national strategy for the skills supply. Read the speech
Government investments in crime prevention, defense and education
- Asks how the Minister justifies the cuts in the Arbetsförmedlingen's budget despite the fact that unemployment is expected to rise next year. Read the speech
Measures against crime in the workplace: L, S, and SD debate
- Argues that crime in the labor market undermines society and creates unhealthy competition. Asks the Minister about measures against exploitation and proposes that the labor market test be reintroduced to stop the exploitation of foreign labor. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for not presenting concrete plans or reforms to combat crime in the labor market. Asks why the Sweden Democrats waited on the issue of means-tested labor migration and what reforms the Minister intends to present. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen incorrect payments to independent providers
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen risks system collapse due to incorrect payments that could amount to 400 million kronor. Criticizes the government's lack of oversight responsibility and argues that the deficiencies are due to deliberate budget cuts. Asks for concrete measures to address the crisis. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for placing the responsibility on the agency instead of taking responsibility themselves. Argues that the government's cuts to Arbetsförmedlingen's budget and the appointment of a lobbyist harm the agency and worsen unemployment. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Minister for lacking concrete content in their answers and for placing the responsibility on others instead of taking responsibility for the labor market policy. Argues that the government must act regarding the control of the authority and incorrect payments. Read the speech
Safer taxi industry: KD wants license revocations, S review
Taxi license revocations: Transportstyrelsen and app checks
- Criticizes the Minister for avoiding concrete questions and abdicating his responsibility by shifting the responsibility onto agencies. Argues that deficiencies in recruitment processes and the legal gray area require proactive measures and regulatory changes. Asks if the Minister intends to strengthen supervision and address the problems in the industry. Read the speech
Establishment jobs and transition study support debate
- Argues that establishment jobs create opportunities for the long-term unemployed and newcomers to establish themselves in the labor market. Criticizes that the work to introduce these jobs has stalled and asks about specific legal and financial obstacles. Read the speech
- Notes that trade unions and employers are frustrated that the establishment jobs have not yet been implemented. Asks the Minister how the government views the Sweden Democrats' criticism and whether negotiations are ongoing between the government and the Sweden Democrats regarding the establishment jobs. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen resource cuts and staff reductions
- Criticizes the government's cuts which lead to staff reductions, increased workload, and worsened accessibility. Asks for concrete measures to mitigate the negative effects of the savings and manage the increasing stress among the employees. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's cuts in labor market policy measures and argues that they constitute an obstacle to employment. Requests concrete plans to handle the challenges and proposes increased physical presence for Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Minister does not answer the questions and continues to talk about cuts. Argues that the government lacks concrete reforms to meet the needs of the unemployed and wants the authority to receive sufficient resources for individualized support. Read the speech
Labor market policy priorities and budget distribution debate
- Argues that the government's decision to double the grant for new start jobs is problematic because the funds will likely not be utilized. Asks how the Minister justifies the lack of resources and what measures are being taken to combat unemployment. Read the speech
- Asks why 3 billion kronor from the new start jobs are expected to remain unused. Argues that the resources should be used wisely, for example for labor market training or to upgrade Arbetsförmedlingen. Read the speech
Establishment jobs, integration, climate and civil defense
- Asks what the Minister intends to do to ensure that Arbetsförmedlingen has sufficient resources for its operations. Expresses concern that planned savings, as a result of previous budget decisions, will negatively affect the agency's work. Read the speech
Skills challenge labor market: national strategy and housing
- Argues that the government lacks decisiveness and demands a national mobilization to meet the skills shortage. Wants the state to take the lead again by coordinating efforts and supporting regions and municipalities. Read the speech
- Argues that the government provides insufficient funding to adult education and Arbetsförmedlingen. Asks how CSN is to handle the application pressure without more resources and requests a housing policy to enable relocation to northern Sweden. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government is reducing resources to Arbetsförmedlingen. Argues that a coordinated national skills supply policy is required where the state gathers all relevant actors to solve the challenges. Read the speech
IPU activities and Swedish delegation work on Russia resolution
- Move to approve the Foreign Affairs Committee's proposal to submit the report to the records. Argues that the IPU is an important organization for promoting peace and democracy, where Sweden has an important role to play. Read the speech
Tax cuts for high-income earners vs welfare and housing
- Asks why the government implemented a tax cut for high-income earners that benefits men twice as much as women, despite the government's stated goal of promoting equality. Read the speech
Labor market policy and unemployment insurance benefit reforms
- Criticizes the previous consequences of the bourgeois right-wing policy for wage earners. Asks whether Arbetsförmedlingen has sufficient resources to reduce long-term unemployment after the government and Sverigedemokraterna have cut back on labor market policy interventions. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous Social Democratic government achieved high employment rates through clear goals. Asks what the government's employment goals are and criticizes that the Moderaterna do not trust the expert agency's need for more resources. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's cuts in labor market policy and tax cuts for high-income earners. Wants an active state labor market policy with a focus on full employment, education, and maintained raised ceiling levels in the unemployment insurance. Read the speech
- Argues that subsidized employment is an important measure for people with a weak connection to the labor market, especially foreign-born women. Asks how the government plans to replace these measures after they have chosen to phase them out. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's budget lacks sufficient political will regarding work-integrated social enterprises. Criticizes previous cuts to Arbetsförmedlingen and asks for the government's concrete plans for persons with a weak connection to the labor market. Read the speech
- Notes that upper secondary apprenticeship training already exists today. Asks what concrete measures are planned to abolish special solutions based on country of birth and which specific wage subsidies are intended to be phased out. Read the speech
- Asks if there is a consensus within the majority regarding phasing out special solutions and wage subsidies based on country of birth. Also asks what concrete measures the Sverigedemokraterna plan to take to abolish these special solutions. Read the speech
- Questions about whether the Liberals agree that there are wage subsidies or special solutions based on country of birth and whether they plan to take measures to address this. Read the speech
- Asks how the government will be able to manage the supply of skills and educational places when resources for active labor market policies are reduced. Argues that the government's cuts in appropriations for educational initiatives constitute a reduction rather than an investment. Read the speech
- Argues that what is stated in the committee motion does not correspond to what the speaker just explained. Asks again about concrete measures and examples of which special solutions based on country of birth are planned to be abolished. Read the speech
- Asks which specific special solutions based on country of birth are to be phased out. Points out that there are no wage subsidies based on country of birth and asks if the opposing party is making two different analyses. Read the speech
Labor market skills and Arbetsförmedlingen resources debate
- Argues that there is a major mismatch between available jobs and skills. Criticizes the government's and SD's cuts in Arbetsförmedlingen's resources and asks if the minister plans concrete measures or a crisis commission for a national mobilization. Read the speech
- Argues that the Minister does not take the lack of competence seriously enough. Criticizes that the government is reducing the appropriations to Arbetsförmedlingen despite the fact that the agency needs more resources to combat long-term unemployment and fulfill its mandate. Read the speech
- Argues that the Minister has not answered the questions regarding a national power gathering and Arbetsförmedlingen's resources. Criticizes cuts in the education budget ahead of a recession and advocates for need-based labor immigration where the parties are involved. Read the speech
Labor market training: L wants more participants, S criticizes cuts
- Argues that the government's response lacks credibility as they have implemented extensive cuts in labor market policy and adult education. Criticizes that removed training places hinder the supply of skills and asks how the minister intends to increase the supply. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen has historically sent back money and emphasizes that labor market trainings have led to lower unemployment. Asks if the Minister stands behind the Liberals' motion that 800 million kronor should disappear. Criticizes cuts in the administrative budget and requests measures to increase equality in participation. Read the speech
- Argues that labor market training is necessary to counter skills shortages and promote economic growth. Criticizes that the government is withdrawing resources from active labor market policies and reducing the number of training places. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen resources and labor market policy debate
- Criticizes that the government and the Sweden Democrats are cutting back on active labor market policies despite increasing unemployment. Asks if the minister considers that Arbetsförmedlingen is well-equipped for today's challenges and if the resources are sufficient to ensure a local presence. Read the speech
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen needs more resources to fulfill its mission. Asks whether the government will return with additional resources and a clear policy to ensure local presence throughout the country. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a lack of resources, vision, and plan to combat long-term unemployment. Criticizes that the current budget implies a cut compared to previous years and argues that the Sverigedemokraterna want to reduce active measures. Read the speech
Countering segregation by getting foreign-born people into work
- Argues that segregation and the gaps in society are increasing and requires a broader discussion. Asks what the minister means by efficiency and what measures the government intends to take to break the segregation. Read the speech
- Argues that the government lacks a vision and plan to solve challenges in the labor market. Criticizes that "nystartsjobb" primarily reach those closest to the labor market, while the removal of "extratjänster" has reduced opportunities for women with a foreign background. Read the speech
Labor market policy: SD, S, and M propose new investments
- Questions whether the Sweden Democrats trust the state's labor market policy expert agency. Argues that subsidized employment can be effective in helping people who are far from the labor market into jobs. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Sweden Democrats do not trust expert agencies or research regarding subsidized employment. Argues that it is unfortunate to remove the support for extra services and introductory jobs. Asks how the Sweden Democrats will make people employable when they want to remove the measures that enable this. Read the speech
- Expresses concern that active labor market policy is being scaled back ahead of an upcoming recession. Criticizes the reduction of Arbetsförmedlingen's appropriations and argues that the agency needs financial stability and long-term planning. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's budget reduced the conditions for Arbetsförmedlingen and led to 25,000 places disappearing within adult education. Criticizes that the cuts damage the business sector's opportunities for competence and growth. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government and the Sverigedemokraterna for cutting back on labor market policy programs and adult education despite rising unemployment. Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen needs more resources and that active labor market policy requires a combination of education and subsidized employment. Read the speech
Arbetsförmedlingen local presence and active labor market policy
- Argues that Arbetsförmedlingen must be available throughout the country in order to function as an active and cohesive actor. Wants the agency to be given long-term and stable conditions to adapt interventions to the individual. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government is narrowing the labor market policy toolbox and reducing Arbetsförmedlingen's administrative grant. Argues that the agency needs financial stability and a long-term plan rather than cuts. Asks how the Minister believes Arbetsförmedlingen is ready for its core mission. Read the speech
- Argues that extra services gave people far from the labor market the opportunity to move forward their positions. Criticizes the minister for focusing on the previous government's policy instead of answering questions about the municipalities' criticism. Read the speech
Labor market policy, assistance, integration and social issues
- Asks how the Minister for Employment can claim that Arbetsförmedlingen is well-equipped when his own party has, for several years, pushed for cuts in the agency's appropriations and programs. Read the speech
Crime, infrastructure, economy, housing and climate debate
- Reminds that the previous speaker painted a gloomy picture of Sweden. Argues that Sweden has the highest labor force participation and employment rate within the EU. Asks what concrete measures the Moderaterna propose to get more people into work. Read the speech
- Notes that 450,000 more people are working today compared to 2014. Argues that the labor force participation is very high in Sweden as many people register to seek jobs. Read the speech
- Argues that crime in the workplace, particularly within the construction industry, is a major problem in the Swedish labor market. Asks why this problem is not mentioned in the palace agreement or in the government bill. Read the speech
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- Argues that the Swedish labor market is experiencing a positive development with historically high levels of job vacancies and the highest employment rate in 30 years. Emphasizes that the recovery is due to the Social Democratic government's crisis policy during the pandemic. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.