A survey reveals that while Lomma residents generally view their municipality positively, trust in the local government has significantly decreased amid contentious long-term policy choices by the ruling coalition including Kristdemokraterna.
Swedish municipalities Laholm and Höör face political turmoil over a social worker hired with fake credentials and a contested party funding case respectively, prompting calls for better oversight.
Trust in Lomma's politicians has nearly halved over five years due to transparency issues and ignored voter preferences, while Uppsala pushes for background checks on school employees to improve safety.
Swedish municipalities like Tierp and Bromölla plan to reduce their local politicians after the 2026 elections to improve efficiency and save costs.
Nyköping's Tovastugan faces a municipal fine, triggering strong local and political support to preserve the community hub.
Municipalities like Sigtuna defy court rulings and citizen rights, exposing systemic failures in governance and youth services ahead of Sweden's 2026 elections, prompting calls for political accountability.
The community of Hörby mourns the suspected double murder of a local municipality employee and her son, with increased support and safety measures implemented in schools and public services.
Multiple Swedish municipalities face criticism for legal noncompliance and governance failures, prompting calls for political accountability ahead of the 2026 elections.
The plan to reduce Karlskrona municipal council members from 75 to 61 was rejected due to internal coalition dissent and opposition coalition votes.
Swedish local politicians approve a new battery facility amid debates over a retail store's potential relocation, highlighting evolving community development priorities.
Karlskrona considers shrinking its municipal council from 75 to 61 members to save costs, with varying political views on the scale of reduction.
Residents and employees in Bromölla raise alarms about Social Democratic control and shortcomings in elderly care and municipal management.
Lund's medieval Klosterkyrkan church faces potential impact from railway expansion, sparking firm opposition from local politicians and community activists.
Local school closure plans and longstanding political control are fueling distrust and demands for accountability in Swedish municipalities Krokom and Trelleborg.
Swedish citizens demand accountability from local politicians over costly infrastructure delays and inadequate care in short-term care facilities, calling for increased funding and disciplinary measures.
Two Älvsbyn politicians are under investigation for misconduct in the LVU scandal involving children's welfare.
Local politicians are pressing for answers regarding accountability in response to population decline and procurement issues.
Borlänge politicians raise concerns over safety sign violations affecting child safety.