Sweden Faces Rising Unemployment and Worker Protests Amid Political Silence
Sweden's 9.3% unemployment rate and worker complaints in Oskarshamn highlight political reluctance to confront economic and labor issues.
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Swedish Government Calls for Labour Market Partners to Boost Establishment Jobs
Swedish ministers urge labour market partners to take responsibility as only 84 establishment jobs have been created despite government funding.
Exploring How Adolescent Mental Health Drives Labor Market Disparities Among Swedish-Born Children of Immigrants
New research and supportive initiatives unveil how adolescent mental health influences labor disparities among Swedish-born children of immigrants and enhance school health services.
Swedish Fast-Food Chain Chopchop Faces Investigation Over Labor Exploitation Allegations
The Chopchop fast-food chain in Sweden is under police investigation following allegations of labor exploitation involving unpaid wages, forced payments, and poor working conditions among guest workers.
Social Democrats Propose New Budget to Tackle Rising Unemployment and Economic Strain in Sweden
The Social Democrats criticize current government policies amid rising unemployment and propose a budget focused on long-term investments to support families, healthcare, and education in Sweden.
Sweden Lowers Work Permit Salary Threshold to 90% of Median Wage Under Tidö Agreement
Sweden revises labor immigrant wage requirement to 90% of median salary to ease hiring and economic impact under Tidö Agreement.
Social Democrats Propose New Initiatives to Boost Youth Employment
The Social Democratic Party in Sweden proposes new initiatives to support youth employment through free driving licenses and trainee positions for graduates.
Opposition Unleashes Criticism on Sweden's 2026 Budget: A 'Panic Response' Ahead of Elections
The opposition's harsh critiques of Sweden's 2026 budget highlight significant concerns about unemployment and economic growth ahead of upcoming elections.
AI's Disappointing Impact on Sweden's Job Market
Experts examine AI's limited impact on Sweden's job market, amidst rising concerns among professionals.
Rising Unemployment Among New Graduates Sparks Government Criticism in Sweden
Newly graduated academics in Sweden face rising unemployment, prompting calls for government reforms.
Swedish Government Allocates 500 Million Kronor for Employment Services
Sweden's government proposes 500 million kronor funding boost for employment services through 2028.
Swedish Government Proposes Tax Cuts to Boost Youth Employment in 2025 Budget
Sweden's government plans tax reductions to lower hiring costs for young employees in the 2025 budget.