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Staffan Eklöf (SD)
What Staffan Eklöf 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.
Compensation for land use restrictions due to species protection
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the new right to compensation strengthens property rights by correcting a deficient legal situation where landowners could previously be denied compensation in cases of restrictions on use. Read the speech
Agriculture costs: C, SD, and V debate taxes and support
- Argues that the government's support package against high costs for energy and fertilizer strengthens Swedish primary production. Proposes that agriculture be lifted out of ETS 2 and wants to increase profitability and degrees of freedom so that the industry can manage crises itself. Read the speech
- Argues that the nature restoration regulation threatens food production and competitiveness. Criticizes the regulation's implementation, which could cost the state 20 billion SEK annually and lead to the loss of 11,000 jobs. Asks if the Social Democrats are satisfied with the regulation. Read the speech
- Argues that current requirements lead to reduced livestock farming and poorer profitability in agriculture. Wants to create reasonable requirements and conditions for Swedish agriculture and forestry in both Sweden and Brussels. Read the speech
- Criticizes the EU Commission's misguided strategies and regulations that affect farmers with red tape and penalties. Argues that the government has successfully stopped and mitigated certain proposals and calls for choosing realistic politicians. Read the speech
- Argues that the wild boar populations have increased again and are too large. Suggests that the solution is for landowners and hunters to reach agreements locally, but proposes concrete suggestions to force agreements when it does not work. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities' procurement of game meat is a municipal matter. Denies plans to micro-manage these procurements as it shall be resolved in accordance with local self-government. Read the speech
- Argues that taxes and fees have already been lowered and wants to continue with this. Says that they do not say no to future initiatives as long as they have the right profile. Read the speech
- Argues that reduced taxes and levies are urgent and that increased degrees of freedom are the most important. Wants to see an investigation that tackles all problems with climate steering and other steering instruments. Read the speech
- Argues that the market already solves the fertilizer supply effectively and that manure becomes an important resource when the price of synthetic fertilizer rises. Wants to provide an extra boost in the next budget to establish fossil-free fertilizer without hydrogen production on a larger scale. Read the speech
- Argues that the major dependency is artificial fertilizer and that the market should solve this through research and innovation. Argues that politics should be cautious with specific hydrogen initiatives as they can become expensive and instead let the market lead. Read the speech
- Argues that the current management model for climate emissions disadvantages Swedish agriculture. Asks if the Center Party is willing to renegotiate the EU requirements for emissions per kilo of product in order to promote Swedish food production. Read the speech
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Nordic and Arctic cooperation on security, economy and climate
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Nordic cooperation creates freedom of action for citizens and companies, promotes economic development and innovation, and offers a more permissive reality than the Swedish political environment. Highlights that the cooperation is based on voluntariness rather than coercion and that it reduces polarization between Swedish parties. Read the speech
- Describes the purpose and role of the Parliamentary Baltic Conference in creating political cooperation in the region. Argues that the delegation is working to shorten the resolutions in order to achieve a true consensus among the participants. Read the speech
Emergency food stockpiles in Sweden: state ownership vs production
- Supports the report and moves for approval of the proposal. Argues that the stocks provide a respite while Sweden works on re-establishing trade relations and increasing domestic production. Read the speech
Invasive alien species and nature conservation regulations
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal on stricter rules and criminal liability for the import of invasive alien species. Argues that environmental policy must be based on environmental efficiency through cheap solutions that minimize negative effects on industries and people. Suggests that a center for plant breeding be created to solve environmental problems through genetic modification. Read the speech
- Argues that the appropriation for nature management is very high and that there are initiatives for both land- and water-dwelling invasive species. Asks why the Social Democrats opposed the proposal to combat the alder disease. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Democrats' budget proposal for invasive species is a small amount and constitutes a game for the galleries. Criticizes that the party fails to finance its proposals and instead prioritizes the business sector. Read the speech
- Confirms that the party cares about biodiversity. Argues that better results can be achieved with lower budgets by avoiding costly reserve designations and instead investing in effective, targeted measures. Read the speech
- Argues that the party has saved several species and tree species through concrete projects. Proposes effective environmental policy through restoration of grazing lands where the farmer profits from it as well as voluntary reforestation near agricultural land. Read the speech
- Argues that the reduction of grants for invasive species occurred several years ago due to Naturvårdsverket's misprioritization. Wants the parties to cooperate and ensure that there are proper resources to combat invasive species. Read the speech
- Wants more funds for the fight against invasive species. Argues that southern Sweden needs more protected area than mountain-adjacent areas and emphasizes the importance of using limited funds in a prudent and wise manner. Read the speech
- Criticizes the nature restoration regulation for lacking democratic legitimacy. Wants to scrap the regulation or carry out a minimum implementation with the least possible negative effect on businesses and people. Read the speech
- Argues that the extensive implementation of the nature restoration regulation threatens the Swedish forestry industry and risks leading to 11,000 lost jobs. Wants 1995 to be used as the reference year to avoid these negative consequences. Read the speech
- Argues that it is important to weigh values against each other. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet's proposal on nature restoration and 30 percent protected nature because it leads to fewer jobs in the forest. Read the speech
- Criticizes the claim that researchers are in agreement on the science, as research involves different theories and disagreements. Argues that Sweden is not a problematic country regarding species extinction and asks if Vänsterpartiet is prepared to let 50,000 workers in Norrland lose their jobs. Read the speech
Agricultural policy: SD, MP, S debate production and costs
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government is working for profitability and simplification and wants to see large investments to increase production. Proposes, among other things, that the first error should not result in a sanction, cheaper employment and a state-subsidized redundancy system. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has taken 32 measures for the profitability of agricultural businesses. Criticizes rules and obligations that hinder farmers and argues that an upcoming livestock support will improve the situation. Read the speech
- Argues that the policy should create good conditions for entrepreneurs by lowering costs and promoting technological development. Points out that the government has invested extra in the Norrland support and is working on concrete solutions to remaining problems. Read the speech
Agriculture, forestry and wolves: SD, S and M proposals
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that food production must increase through better profitability, greater freedom of action, and technological development. Wants to continue investments in tax reductions for agricultural diesel, low reduction obligation, and lowered food VAT. Read the speech
- Argues that investments have been made in veterinary education and field operations, and wants to continue these grants. Answers that transparency in pricing is a first step and that price controls have been denied due to negative effects. Read the speech
- Argues that the shortage of veterinarians should be solved through economic incentives and funds for district veterinarians rather than coercion. Criticizes the proposal for state control over the market as socialist and argues that a planned economy can worsen the shortage. Read the speech
School, environment, healthcare and economy debate in Riksdag
- Asks whether it will be possible to take into account preparedness, cultural heritage, and well-being during the new review of hydropower. Also asks whether the voices of the local population will play any role. Read the speech
Nordic cooperation and Arctic strategy: defense and green transition
- Describes the interparliamentary Baltic Sea cooperation and its focus on sustainability and security. Calls to reflection on the importance of respecting national sovereignty and showing tolerance in the expanded cooperation. Read the speech
Animal health data and agricultural policy debate
- Asks how higher requirements for environmental and climate benefits can causally lead to more small farms. Criticizes that regulations create a greater administrative burden and increased uncertainty for farmers. Read the speech
- Argues that current compensation levels are not fully cost-compensating and that these can be increased. Wants to reduce red tape and increase profitability to counter size rationalizations. Read the speech
- Criticizes the lack of specificity in the Social Democrats' statement regarding investments in new areas. Asks which concrete areas are intended to address the needs of agriculture. Read the speech
- Argues that the food strategy actually contains measures for water management and plant breeding. Criticizes the claim that these are missing and admits that the Norrland support received too little money. Read the speech
- Argues that Swedish agriculture must become freer, more profitable, and more secure through reduced administrative burden, technological progress, and better risk management. Proposes that state credit guarantees for generational transitions and state co-financed support for replacement services within animal production should be investigated. Read the speech
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- Argues that the previous policy with a high reduction obligation would have been catastrophic for food production and private individuals. Claims that the reduction of the reduction obligation lowered costs for farmers and saved Swedish agriculture. Read the speech
Shore protection relaxations for small watercourses and lakes
- Proposes approval of the proposal to remove the general shore protection for small watercourses, lakes, and constructed wetlands. Argues that the reform is a first step and requires further relaxations to reduce bureaucracy and increase freedom in the countryside. Read the speech
- Argues that the general coastal protection should be replaced with a purpose-oriented protection to increase accuracy. Points out that the construction will be minimal in relation to the country's large water resources and that the current rules for small watercourses are bizarre. Read the speech
- Argues that restoration of watercourses should occur on the landowner's terms. Prioritizes a living countryside and freedom over the requirement for good nature everywhere, as today's restrictions hinder exploitation. Read the speech
- Argues that the proposed removal of the general coastal protection for narrow, small watercourses is a minor limitation. Wants a forthcoming investigation to conduct a deep dive into how the rules should be designed to balance accessibility against other values. Read the speech
- Responds to criticism by asserting that the proposal is for the development of the countryside. Argues that the criticism is strange because one receives criticism regardless of whether one follows or goes against the opposition's will. Read the speech
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- Argues that questions regarding synergy effects should be handled under the Planning and Building Act. Denies criticism that the party does not care about nature and the environment and argues that Vänsterpartiet votes against important environmental reforms. Read the speech
- Confirms that Centerpartiet has worked for the proposal and argues that the first step is something that most can accept. Refers to the government regarding the timing and argues that the parties often agree. Read the speech
- Means that what the Center Party has requested is now being delivered. Points out that the criticism is belated as what has been requested is already on its way. Read the speech
- Argues that a vision of community should be based on free will rather than detailed management. Criticizes the Social Democratic vision for assuming that people are self-interested and argues that relaxations in the coastal protection zone promote development and accessibility. Read the speech
- Want less detailed regulation and more trust in society. Argues that too much detailed control and bureaucracy hinders individuals and suggests that instead, one should let the individual's power flourish. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the opponents base their arguments on a simplified picture of what people want. Argues that eased coastal protection increases the possibilities for development and housing and that several houses in the same location can preserve accessibility. Read the speech
- Argues that the state cannot be an ombudsman for what individuals want. Suggests that instead of a ban, guidance should be given to the person building and points out that small buildings such as boathouses can be moved if the shoreline changes. Read the speech
Protected nature management: 1.35 billion budget proposal
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- Argues that there are great differences between tropical rainforests and Swedish ecosystems. Suggests that Sweden should combine existing surface protection with other methods, such as the control of invasive species, rather than relying solely on reserves. Read the speech
- Argues that the definition of protected nature varies depending on how one counts. Criticizes the ban on logging as it harms the countryside and the economy. Proposes a policy that weighs different values, such as the environment, species protection, and the possibility of living in the countryside. Read the speech
- Argues that different values must be weighed against each other instead of a one-sided focus. Defends the budget by pointing out that it is the third largest ever and explains that cuts are due to necessary prioritizations. Read the speech
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- Asks which area is intended for continuous cover forestry. Argues that continuous cover selective logging is positive but economically limited and that it should not be forced as it would damage the Swedish economy. Read the speech
- Argues that profitability in clear-cutting has increased through digital methods and that Sveaskog has tried to achieve profitability for a long time without success. Criticizes close-to-nature forestry as it leads to monocultures and threatens biodiversity. Read the speech
Food policy: milk support, price commission and Swedish food
- Motion to approve the reservation on state measures to promote Swedish food. Wants a national unit against food fraud, national approvals for new foods as well as campaigns to increase demand for locally produced food. Read the speech
- Argues that it is possible for both cheating to increase and for most to be honest. Suggests that the new activity with farm slaughter be allowed to continue for a period before its advantages and disadvantages are evaluated. Read the speech
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Mapping intolerance and racism in Sweden: SD calls for broader study
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- Questions whether the government is convinced of the need for a broad, unconditional mapping of intolerance and racism. Criticizes the limited study for cementing prejudices and missing groups such as Christians, Swedes, and people with overweight. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's basis is built on a selection of grounds for discrimination, which creates a self-reinforcing loop. Criticizes Forum för levande historia's suitability as an executor and requests a complementary, prerequisite-free mapping. Read the speech
Government priorities: tax cuts, coastal protection and healthcare
- Questions regarding the government's continued work on the land rights issues will be based on ensuring equal rights for Swedish citizens when it comes to hunting in Sweden. Read the speech
Rural industries, forestry and food production appropriations
- Argues that tax cuts are self-financing through increased growth. Wants cut-free forestry to be entirely voluntary and questions whether the method benefits carbon storage or biodiversity. Asks if Vänsterpartiet will respect the forest owners' freedom of choice. Read the speech
- Argues that the abolition of the tapering of the job tax credit promotes growth. Expresses thanks for the promise of forest owners' freedom, but questions whether no-cut forestry benefits carbon storage or biodiversity. Asks if Vänsterpartiet is prepared to reconsider its view on no-cut. Read the speech
Agriculture: SD tax cuts, S Norrland support and food prices
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the government's budget contains many steps for the agrarian industries, including increased investment support, restoration of grazing land, strengthened veterinary care and a paradigm shift for forest tree breeding. Read the speech
- Argues that the rural areas have major problems and that the targeted support only reaches a few municipalities. Suggests instead to give all rural residents the conditions to move forward by their own means through, for example, lowered fuel prices and lower employer contributions. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the proposals are based on classic social democracy by collecting money to distribute it. Argues that lower fuel prices automatically benefit those who drive the most and advocates for lower taxes and fewer regulations. Read the speech
- Rejects the claim that Sweden is destroying the climate and argues that the country is one of the smallest emitters. Advocates for international investments in developing countries to effectively reduce emissions. Read the speech
- Argues that climate policy must be effective and not harm Sweden's competitiveness. Emphasizes the importance of taking measures to protect domestic species without being dependent on other actors. Read the speech
- Asks if Miljöpartiet has changed its mind and realized that the Sverigedemokraterna proposal on plant breeding to save elms and ashes was correct. Argues that the government's previous refusal to use plant breeding is ineffective as it only delays the trees' extinction. Read the speech
- Argues that conventional breeding is the main focus and that genetic engineering is only a plan B. Points out that saving the common meadow also saves many other species and asks if Miljöpartiets environmental policy needs to be updated. Read the speech
Herring and sprat stocks: quotas and 15,000 tons saved
- Congratulations to the Minister on an outstanding negotiation result regarding fishing quotas. Asks if there are other contexts where Sweden can raise the issue of fishing quotas and precautionary approaches in an overarching way to commit the Baltic Sea states. Read the speech
- Argues that it was right to say no to a total ban on fishing. Argues that it was the wrong time to say no since it would lead to a much larger quota. Read the speech
Livestock keepers legal certainty and animal welfare authority
- Argues that legal certainty in animal welfare cases is as important as the animals' welfare. Criticizes that incorrect measures damage trust in authorities and points out problems with, among others, handling costs, risk assessments, and the use of secrecy. Read the speech
- Argues that a holistic approach is needed to handle issues of legal certainty. Suggests that a commission or inquiry be appointed, that a livestock ombudsman be established, or that the county administrative boards be required in the regulatory letters to report on how they comply with the Administrative Procedure Act. Read the speech
- Proposes a review through a mandate, a commission, or an inquiry to identify problems. Also wants the county administrative boards to be tasked in their regulatory letters to systematically report how they comply with the Administrative Procedure Act. Read the speech
Agricultural policy: EU rules, plant breeding, 80% self-sufficiency
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- Argues that there is a lack of concrete proposals to increase competitiveness. Emphasizes that the reduction obligation negatively affects profitability and requires more concrete measures than those presented so far. Read the speech
- Proposes that impact assessments should always be conducted before binding targets are adopted at the EU level. Criticizes the EU's lack of understanding for Swedish production conditions and argues that Sweden is being exploited as a simple way out for the EU's needs. Read the speech
- Argues that the investigation should increase competitiveness without compromising animal welfare. Criticizes that the Social Democrats lack concrete proposals for agriculture's competitiveness and emphasizes that the investigation's proposals must be reviewed before political decisions are made. Read the speech
- Denies that the grazing requirement shall be removed and explains that the possibility for grazing compensation is lacking due to the previous government's actions. Argues that the current government is working to provide support for grazing animals. Read the speech
Nordic cooperation and Arctic policy: transport, defense, strategy
- Argues that the Nordic countries benefit from joint investments in research, technology, and environmental measures, but criticizes joint climate goals. Wants the Nordic countries to coordinate the fight against invasive species and agree on restrictions on industrial trawling in the Baltic Sea. Read the speech
- Describes BSPC's activities and purpose to promote parliamentary dialogue and sustainable development in the Baltic Sea region. Argues that the cooperation is important for the Baltic states to be able to become independent from Russia. Read the speech
Nature conservation: wolf hunting, predator work and monitoring
- Argues that the government has done a good job of balancing high ambitions with the demands of reality. Wants to focus on cheap solutions with high environmental benefit and moves for approval of reservation number 25. Read the speech
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- The question is where the Centre Party sees the limit for investments on budget item 1:3 and how much more they want to invest compared to the government's current budget. Read the speech
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Economy, defense, social policy and infrastructure debate
- Asks how Sweden can increase its cohesion and the will to defend the country. Argues that Sweden lacks the cohesive glue that exists in other Nordic countries, which can weaken our role in the Nordic preparedness. Read the speech
Food policy: 80% self-sufficiency, origin labels and GMOs
- Argues that priority should be given to locally produced food over organic food when purchasing for public kitchens. Criticizes that the focus on organic primarily leads to increased imports and reduced preparedness. Read the speech
- Argues that prioritizing organic food over locally produced food leads to increased imports and higher costs. Claims that local production should be prioritized to increase Swedish production. Read the speech
- Argues that the reduced reduction obligation has decreased the costs for agriculture and likely cushioned food prices. Asks if the Social Democrats are about to reassess their position on the reduction obligation for agriculture. Read the speech
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- Proposes approval of reservation 13 to ensure a holistic view and impact assessments when establishing nutritional recommendations. Argues that the National Food Agency (Livsmedelsverket) should consult with the Swedish Board of Agriculture (Jordbruksverket) to weigh in production conditions and national self-sufficiency. Read the speech
- Argues that one should choose Swedish when one can afford it. Wants to lower the costs for Swedish food through measures such as reduced reduction obligation and emphasizes the importance of origin labeling as well as prioritizing Swedish-produced over organic in public procurement. Read the speech
- Warnings against introducing special rules or price caps on the market as it is subject to experimentation. Argues that the focus must be on making Swedish agriculture competitive by easing regulations and listening to the industry. Read the speech
Government budget policy, healthcare, forestry and education
- Asks what the minister is doing to ensure that the agencies' goals do not lead to reduced food production and impaired biodiversity. Argues that the goal of reduced meat consumption can result in closed farms and reduced self-sufficiency. Read the speech
Agriculture: SD diesel tax cut vs MP 100bn green investment
- Argues that the government's budget proposal improves the competitiveness of agriculture through reduced diesel tax and reduced reduction obligation. Simultaneously criticizes the new labor immigration rules which may create difficulties for certain actors in agriculture. Read the speech
- Confirms that the [Swedish] salmon is threatened and argues that Sweden's attempt to lower the quotas was a correct prioritization. Argues that industrial salmon fishing must be reduced in order to preserve coastal fishing. Read the speech
- Argues that the labor immigration proposal is good but needs to be adjusted. Does not want to see a total ban on pelagic fishing as it affects coastal fishing, but instead advocates for reduced quotas. Read the speech
- Argues that there are many measures to reach the climate goals, such as increased carbon sequestration in agriculture and trading of emission allowances. Wants to lower the diesel tax and the reduction obligation to secure a profitable and climate-friendly Swedish agriculture. Read the speech
- Want the reduction obligation to be reduced to secure the profitability of agriculture and the living conditions in rural areas. Argues that a reduced reduction obligation for Swedish agriculture is climate neutral as biofuels can have negative climate performance. Read the speech
Transport sector fossil-free transition and biofuel policy
- Argues that the transition to fossil-free must occur in a realistic manner. Asks the Minister about the importance of achieving reduced global emissions and what the Minister thinks about the previous government's strategy in this regard. Read the speech
- Argues that climate policy makes no difference if it does not reduce global emissions. Points out that the National Audit Office has criticized the previous government's deficient impact assessments and that the reduction obligation has driven up the diesel price more than expected. Read the speech
Swedish food policy: 80% organic goal and self-sufficiency
- Proposes approval of the reservation on national rules for origin labeling in restaurants. Wants that hunters are allowed to sell wild boar, that municipalities formalize crisis plans for food supply and that Sweden produces more food to secure the citizens' supply during a crisis. Read the speech
Nordic cooperation: infrastructure, climate and crisis policy
- Proposes approval of reservation 9 for better cooperation during crises and increased security. Argues that voluntariness is a fundamental pillar in the cooperation and that nations must remain free to make their own decisions. Urges a focus on the emissions of large emitting countries through technology dissemination rather than the Nordic countries acting as an example. Suggests a review of projects within the Nordic Council to balance environmental, social, economic, and cultural sustainability. Read the speech
- Argues that Nordic cooperation often works better than EU cooperation because it goes further in areas concerning mobility, entrepreneurship, and employment. Emphasizes that this has been achieved through voluntariness, which is a fundamental pillar that must not be changed. Read the speech
- Argues that a climate policy that only focuses on the Nordic countries' emissions is ineffective. Suggests that the focus instead should be on reducing the global burden through technology dissemination and cheaper energy technology, especially in countries such as China. Read the speech
Social policy, energy, immigration and children's rights
- Asks whether the government will promptly tighten and establish more purposeful Swedish rules to reduce the spread of alien, invasive species. Argues that current rules are not purposeful as they rely on information campaigns instead of prohibitions. Read the speech
Nature conservation: wolf population limit of 170 and forestry
- Asks why Miljöpartiet has voted against and spoken out against the government's investigation to save forest species such as the elm and the ash. Read the speech
- Argues that old trees are important for biodiversity regardless of forestry method. Criticizes Miljöpartiet for having voted against a decision on breeding projects to save the alder. Read the speech
- Welcomes the announcement on woodpecker management and motions for a reservation against international agreements that lead to formal forest protection. Argues that forestry cannot be solely blamed for extinctions and advocates for smaller adjustments of cultivation methods rather than large set-asides. Read the speech
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- Denies that investments in invasive species are being scrapped and explains that the funds have been moved to the Swedish Agency for Marine and Water Management. Argues that the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency should have prioritized invasive species higher than paths and barbecue areas and wants the government to direct the agencies' distribution in more detail. Read the speech
- Denies that investments in invasive species are being scrapped and explains that Naturvårdsverket uses funds to combat invasive animals. Points out that the current environmental budget is the second largest ever and criticizes the Social Democrats' stance on the reduction obligation. Read the speech
School quality, work principle and marketization debate
- Asks when the broad simplification investigation for agriculture will be completed. Argues that a major overhaul with new methods and reforms for increased legal certainty is needed now to facilitate for farmers and help generational transitions. Read the speech
Sweden agricultural policy food strategy and 80% self-sufficiency
- Proposes approval of reservation 12 to simplify rules and increase legal certainty for agriculture. Argues that authorities should annually propose rules for abolition and proposes a specialized environmental assessment authority for agricultural issues. Read the speech
- Argues that there is no budget reduction for a direct item for the work against invasive species. Argues that it is a matter of agency prioritization rather than the government's management and suggests that the agency should prioritize down something else. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government's failures and the war in Ukraine have caused a recession and high inflation. Claims that the priority is to fight inflation to save the citizens' resources. Read the speech
Labor immigration, aid, climate policy and crime debate
- Asks whether the biologically rich environments and species in the seabed and offshore banks will be sacrificed to produce electrical energy. Read the speech
Agriculture budget: SD diesel tax cuts and MP organic focus
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the budget is restrictive in order to counter inflation and that the government is implementing a long-term tax cut on diesel. Emphasizes that the government will simplify rules and increase legal certainty within agriculture. Read the speech
- Explains that the increase in pests is due to, among other things, climate change and that a breeding program is planned for next year's budget. Argues that the appropriation is decreasing as the biotope inventories have ceased. Read the speech
- Explains that the cut is due to previous regulatory changes but admits that an increase would be desirable. Argues that the budget must be held back due to inflation, but wants higher appropriations for maintenance next year. Read the speech
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- Argues that Sweden is mismanaged in areas including agricultural policy. Criticizes the previous government's policy which has created a vulnerable energy system with consequences for prices and commodity supply. Read the speech
- Notes that the Green Party's criticism is sharp despite having presented one of the largest environmental budgets in history. Wants the Green Party's environmental policy to be scrutinized and asks if they still want the reserve in the interior of Norrland. Read the speech
- Argues that the preservation of half a million hectares of forest is a "nice to have" rather than necessary. Criticizes that the reservation of the area hinders timber extraction and forestry, which harms agriculture. Read the speech
- Asks how the Social Democrats view carbon sinks in the forest and whether they intend to de-rationalize forestry, invest in set-asides for tourism, or follow a third path. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' desire to use the forest as a carbon sink as it reduces timber extraction and hinders the creation of jobs. Argues that active forestry is better for the climate based on new research. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.