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Ulrik Nilsson (M)
What Ulrik Nilsson 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.
Budget structure changes: new intelligence agency and 2.2bn kr
- Proposes approval of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal on division into expenditure areas. Argues that transparency, clarity and ambition should take precedence over waiting for a decision on the government's planned changes. Read the speech
Parliamentary Ombudsman report: supervision of police and prisons
- Argues that the Parliamentary Ombudsman functions in a fantastic way and conducts its operations with high quality through smarter working methods. Moves for approval of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal in report number 11. Read the speech
Somalia case governance and audit report debate
- Argues that the government has the right to make decisions and take political responsibility, but that constitutional responsibility requires transparency. Criticizes that the opposition wants to direct criticism toward Lantmäteriet despite the absence of constitutional requirements and questions the opposition's lack of logic regarding the government's governance of agencies. Read the speech
Parliamentary process: MP support, Speaker and finances
- Argues that members need the right conditions, technology, and assistance to be able to perform their mandate regardless of background. Moves for approval of the proposal as it is a well-considered balance between security and openness. Read the speech
Sweden's role and support for OSCE and Ukraine
- Argues that OSCE must stand up for fundamental values such as democracy and human rights. Wants election observations to lead to concrete actions and motions for approval of the Foreign Affairs Committee's proposal. Read the speech
Abortion rights, freedom of association and citizenship laws
- Argues that constitutional laws should define democratic rules of the game rather than political orientations. Defends the proposals on abortion rights, citizenship, and freedom of association as well-balanced principles to protect democracy and individual freedom. Read the speech
House search document access: privacy vs transparency rules
- Argues that surplus information that is not relevant to the criminal case should be able to be subject to secrecy to protect privacy. Wants to also test previously collected information according to the new rules by prioritizing the interest of privacy over the principle of unchanged handling. Read the speech
Constitutional matters: SD, S, and V debate law amendments
- Argues that the monarchy has served Sweden well and should be preserved. Criticizes proposals for constitutional protection for opinions and argues that politicians themselves must stand up for democracy's values. Moves for approval of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal. Read the speech
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Election system design, accessibility and lowering voting age to 16
- Argues that the electoral system must be free, fair, and efficient to maintain trust and function in the construction of society. Emphasizes the need to balance accessibility for new parties against the possibility of sensible government formations. Read the speech
Public access, secrecy and privacy: S, V and C debate data
- Argues that the balance between publicity, secrecy, and privacy is complex and requires caution. Therefore wants to reject the proposed motions and approve the Committee on the Constitution's proposal pending further investigations. Read the speech
Sámi national day and public holidays debate in Riksdag
- Means that the report is about how we preserve and defend the common Swedish memory. Wants to approve the proposal in the report and reject the other motions as they lack sufficient basis. Read the speech
Riksdag working methods: economic register transparency and threats
- Argues that the motion report is an idea bank rather than a basis for decision-making. Moves for the motions to be rejected as the decision on searchability in the economic register is premature and defends the current system for fee assessment. Read the speech
Constitutional amendments for democracy and court independence
- Argues that the proposal is a reasonable balance between stability and the will of the people. Wants to ensure the independence of the courts and legal certainty by avoiding political influence and moves for approval of the proposal. Read the speech
Parliamentary Ombudsman report and correctional services supervision
- Notes that the volume of cases has increased significantly and argues that the decreasing proportion of criticism from JO is a good grade for the authorities. Points out challenges with digitalization, Nato engagement and the leasing of prison places abroad. Read the speech
Government compliance with climate goals and Consultation Act
- Argues that the review should focus on factual analyses and lessons learned rather than assumptions about intent. Notes that the deputy prime minister's communication was incorrect but lacks evidence of misleading, and that the opinion piece on citizenship did not guide the authorities. Read the speech
Protection for elected officials and internal controls in regions
- Argues that the failure to protect elected officials is a loss for democracy and that it is necessary to strengthen protection and improve internal control to reduce risks of crime and negligence. Moves for approval of the proposal. Read the speech
Constitutional amendments and democracy protection debate
- Argues that one should be cautious with constitutional amendments and focus on safeguarding open debate. Wants to limit regulation so as not to burden the honest, while at the same time accountability and clear rights must be ensured. Read the speech
Public administration organization, digitization and structure
- Argues that the Swedish public administration functions excellently and should be modern, accessible, and legally secure. Wants the development to occur step-by-step and moves for approval of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal and rejection of all motions. Read the speech
Rule of law 2024 report: democracy, crime and EU sanctions
- Argues that democracy, individual rights, and the rule of law are under attack and must be defended through open debate. Notes that Sweden stands strong but emphasizes the importance of evaluating quarantine rules and protecting civil society. Read the speech
Riksdag working methods, security, and public health debate
- Argues that the Riksdag should preserve its role as a factual and open arena through cautious changes. Proposes a remuneration committee to ensure arm's length distance in salary setting as well as a notification to the Riksdag Board to balance security with publicity. Read the speech
Transparency and documentation review in government work
- Argues that the committee should not be a political judge of taste but focus on formal inaccuracies. Criticizes the lack of documentation during the dismissal of a director-general as well as that the government has waited too long to act regarding security competence in boards. Read the speech
- Argues that the Social Services Minister's statement that no timeline existed for a bill does not correspond with the Justice Minister's statements. Notes that the Foreign Minister's use of the term proportionality was correct and relevant. Read the speech
Freedoms and rights: M, S, SD debate constitutional protections
- Argues that politics should be seen as a means for long-term development rather than a way to get things right here and now. Warns against judicializing politics and calls for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Subsidiarity and proportionality in EU cooperation and parliaments
- Asks why Sweden accounts for a large part of the reasoned opinions but a small part of the others. Suggests that it should be discussed whether Sweden should focus more on the substance than on formal subsidiarity tests in order to increase influence. Read the speech
Freedom of expression limits and legality of roadblocks
- Argues that freedom of speech should be untouched but that it does not provide protection for actions that restrict others' freedom. Suggests that legislation against denial of the Holocaust is needed to fulfill EU's requirements. Read the speech
- Argues that freedom of expression should be free and open, but that it is reasonable to react when actions infringe on other freedoms. Responds that measures that threaten the country's security must be assessed carefully. Read the speech
Public administration: corruption, responsibility and SD's proposal
- Argues that competence, impartiality and a merit-based administration are fundamental values for the state. Moves for approval of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal in report number 8. Read the speech
Minister performance and government handling oversight review
- Argues that the government offices' routines should be adapted to today's technology and working methods. Points out the need for better routines to handle open deportation cases and regulations without budget space, and asks how the "Prime Minister's oversight" should be interpreted in command matters. Read the speech
Riksdag appropriations: SD, S, and V propose budget changes
- Argues that the government's proposal is well-motivated and well-considered. Emphasizes the importance of resources in the Government Offices to implement the policy that the voters have supported and calls for approval of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal. Read the speech
State service offices: Riksrevisionen report and management
- Argues that it is a self-evident requirement that service offices exist throughout the country. Criticizes deficiencies in competence and service quality and wants the Riksrevisionen's report to be followed up with thorough measures. Read the speech
EU issues and arms exports to Ukraine: Government review report
- Argues that the Committee on the Constitution has succeeded in a balanced and reasoned position. Emphasizes the importance of weighing the requirements of diplomacy in foreign policy and notes that there was a basis for the Prime Minister's statement regarding fossil-free industrial production. Read the speech
Civil rights: abortion, gender identity and religious issues
- Argues that freedom is linked to rights and responsibilities and suggests that issues regarding abortion rights, gender identity, and religious issues should be further investigated. Wishes to vote in favor of the Committee on the Constitution's proposal. Read the speech
Constitutional matters: lobbying, monarchy and minority rights
- Argues that it is inappropriate to make hasty decisions regarding the republic, the crown, or a lobby register due to a lack of consensus and difficult definitions. Wants constitutional issues to instead be investigated step-by-step and in the long term. Read the speech
Public administration: M, V, and SD debate staffing and rights
- Argues that the public administration is crucial for the trust between the state and the citizens. Wants the administration to be efficient, legally secure and non-arbitrary and moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
- Asks what is wrong with the public administration today and requests a clarification of what is being sought. Criticizes that the opposing party compares the state's service to citizens with a company's customer service. Read the speech
- Asks if it is only local service offices that are relevant. Argues that the criticism of the corporate mindset is too superficial and that specific inaccuracies must be discussed instead of just using slogans. Read the speech
Rule of law principle 2022 report and EU fundamental rights
- Argues that the principles of the rule of law are an essential prerequisite for democracy and security. Sees the recommendations in the report as a potential for improvement to strengthen democracy and calls for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Parliamentary Ombudsman report: oversight and processing times
- Argues that the Parliamentary Ombudsman is an important last outpost for citizens' views. Emphasizes that the official report provides a credible scrutiny of society and constitutes a basis for future action. Supports the proposal that the official report be added to the records. Read the speech
Minister performance and handling of government matters review
- Argues that the review primarily focuses on organizational issues and that the government itself decides how routines should be changed. Warns that slow inhibition management in hunting cases can prevent the rules' intent. Read the speech
New Riksbank Act: independence, employment target and initiative
- Argues that the Riksbank is crucial for confidence in the value of money and that the system must be modernized through broadened instruments. Criticizes that the work line is regulated in law as it limits future possibilities for action and calls for the reservation to be rejected. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.