Sweden faces calls for higher standards in political candidacy and accountability after controversies over working-class representation and severance payouts to convicted politicians.
Sweden faces calls for higher standards in political candidacy and accountability after controversies over working-class representation and severance payouts to convicted politicians.
A Sweden Democrats politician from Västmanland has been charged with serious child pornography offenses and suspended from the party.
Liberal Party leader Simona Mohamsson admits the agreement with Sweden Democrats was not her first choice but necessary to keep the party in parliament amid internal dissent.
Key Liberal Party figures leave over the party's new openness to Sweden Democrat cooperation, highlighting significant internal turmoil.
Birgitta Ohlsson's switch from Liberal to Centerpartiet is celebrated as a major gain for Sweden's liberal political center, boosting the party's strength and social liberal identity.
The proposal by Sweden's Social Democrats to ban religious preschools has drawn criticism for unfairly targeting Christian schools and potentially increasing intolerance, sparking debate on the role of religion in education.
A new poll shows most Swedes reject US and Israeli attacks on Iran and strongly oppose Swedish military support.
Housing plans in Bro municipality are causing political division and emotional conflict among local politicians ahead of a crucial council decision.
The Liberal Party in Sweden experiences internal conflict and leadership challenges over their new alliance with the Sweden Democrats, affecting party membership and direction ahead of the 2026 elections.
Political rhetoric in Sweden is under scrutiny following controversial Holocaust references by a Green Party politician and concerns over scientific freedom in government policies.
Liberalerna faces turmoil as leadership's plan to work with Sweden Democrats triggers resignations, leadership challenges, and ministerial threats.
Liberal leader Simona Mohamsson’s unexpected cooperation with the Sweden Democrats sparks party conflict and public backlash ahead of a critical internal meeting.
Ebba Andersson, 18, is elected chairperson of Karlstad's youth council, aiming to boost youth influence in local politics during her term.
The Liberals are poised to vote on cooperating with the Sweden Democrats, potentially boosting Jimmie Åkesson's party influence and raising questions about future government roles.
The Liberal Party's decision to cooperate with Sweden Democrats sparks resignations and investigation, while Social Democrats consider coalition with Moderaterna ahead of Sweden's 2026 election.
Long-serving Swedish politicians Roland Utbult and Viktor Zakrisson announce their departures, highlighting reflections on their careers and future plans beyond politics.
Ale municipality has implemented new 2025-inspired safety guidelines to shield elected officials from escalating threats and harassment ahead of elections.
The Liberal Party faces an internal leadership challenge and backlash over a new cooperation deal with the Sweden Democrats, with an extraordinary meeting set to decide party leadership.
Swedish pro-life activists organize a national prayer day to influence the constitutional abortion rights vote, highlighting moral and political debates.
Political outrage grows over neglect at a Göteborg elderly care home and increasing violence against care staff, with calls for investigations and resource boosts.
A year after merging, Sweden's Ministry of Science and Technology reports improved governance, legal framework establishment, and robust sector growth.
The Swedish government has decided to halt effect fees, aiming to ease financial strain on households, but uncertainty and mixed reactions remain.
Liberalerna's consideration of a coalition with Sverigedemokraterna has triggered internal warnings and departures, while some local leaders back the decision.
Sweden grapples with political tensions over teenage deportations amidst business sector criticisms of restrictive migration policies impacting Stockholm's economy.
Liberalerna is grappling with internal conflict and leadership crises following its controversial agreement to cooperate with Sweden Democrats, prompting resignations and resistance from party youth and prominent members.
Liberalerna partners with Sweden Democrats in a historic coalition agreement, signaling strategic political realignment amid internal tensions.
Local politicians debate criminal policy and political accountability amid controversies involving Sweden Democrats and Social Democrats, highlighting electoral stakes and governance concerns.
Politicians in Region Skåne express feelings of betrayal amid procurement irregularities and safety concerns about the Millennium digital healthcare system, calling for investigations and accountability.
Local Swedish politicians in Borås and Österåker respond to education challenges like school closures and inadequate facilities amid declining student numbers.
The Swedish government has halted the mandatory implementation of electricity effect tariffs, citing unreasonable consumer impact and directing regulatory changes by mid-2026.
Swedish ministers and political leaders outline strategies targeting regulatory reform, tax adjustments, and educational alignment to achieve 2.5% annual economic growth by 2035.
Region Skåne's billion-kronor Millennium journal system procurement faces criticism amid safety failures and political calls for transparency and investigation.
Sweden is preparing for a European nuclear deterrence dialogue amid political disputes and public calls for a referendum on potential nuclear weapons deployment.
Following a murder attempt on Arvin Khoshnood linked to Iran, Swedish politicians urge stronger government action to counter Iranian threats.
The EU Parliament has debated and narrowly passed housing crisis proposals with mixed views from Swedish politicians and interest groups.
Swedish political leaders urge a pause and review of new electricity network power tariffs scheduled for mandatory adoption in 2027.
Regional politicians in Sweden are contending with healthcare delays and the controversial approval of private provider Kry amid criticism and staff opposition.
Three politicians in Bjuv were threatened last year, triggering a police investigation and prompting increased security measures by the municipality.
The US has approved Sweden's potential purchase of the Himars rocket artillery system, marking a significant step in Sweden's defense enhancement following increased military spending and NATO accession.
Swedish government and Social Democrats are embroiled in a dispute over nuclear weapons policy amid invitations for dialogue by France's president.
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