Former Swedish Politician Tobias Billström Faces Scrutiny Over Lobbying Role at Arms Manufacturer
Tobias Billström's move to an arms firm highlights growing concerns about former politicians' lobbying roles and conflicts of interest in Sweden.
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Former Swedish Politician Tobias Billström Faces Scrutiny Over Lobbying Role at Arms Manufacturer
Tobias Billström's move to an arms firm highlights growing concerns about former politicians' lobbying roles and conflicts of interest in Sweden.
Sölvesborg Council Proposes New Code of Conduct to Tackle Hostile Political Climate
Sölvesborg politicians unite to introduce a code of conduct aimed at curbing escalating political hostility and restoring public trust amid concerns of a worsening political climate in Sweden.
Center Party Challenges Sweden Democrats Over Rural Policy Failures as Åkesson Surpasses Andersson in Trust
Center Party challenges Sweden Democrats on rural policy shortcomings amid rising trust in SD leader Jimmie Åkesson surpassing Magdalena Andersson.
Swedish Political Debate Intensifies Over School Principal Reorganization and Policy Focus
Political debate in Sweden centers on school principal reorganization and criticism of disproportionate attention to minor school issues instead of systemic challenges.
Swedish Party Leaders Debate Social Issues and Election Challenges in First 2026 Nighttime Forum
The first 2026 Swedish party leader debate highlighted social issues, economic outlook, and election year strategies, with leaders presenting divergent focuses on violence, unemployment, and international affairs.
Swedish Political Debate Intensifies Over Islamism and Free Expression
Researcher Sameh Egyptson joins Kristdemokraterna to address Islamism while Sweden Democrats' push to cancel a literary event sparks controversy over free expression in Sweden.
Sverigedemokraterna Surges in December Polls Amid Controversial Residency Proposal Debate
Sverigedemokraterna gains in latest polls while facing strong union opposition to a controversial residency revocation proposal.
Vänsterpartiet Proposes Billionaire Tax Targeting Sweden's Super-Rich Ahead of 2026 Election
Vänsterpartiet pushes for a special tax on billionaires to tackle wealth inequality and economic pressures on Swedish families before the 2026 election.
Sweden's Right-Wing Leaders to Meet Amid Renewed Euro Debate and EU Dissent
Right-wing Swedish parties plan a collaborative government meeting amid revived debate on euro adoption and calls for Sweden to exit the EU.
Debate Intensifies Over Cause of Problems in Swedish Elderly Care
A political debate in Sweden challenges claims that immigrant care workers cause elderly care problems, highlighting systemic labor issues instead.
Swedish Politician Sparks Debate by Urging Selfishness Over Charitable Donations Amid Rising Costs
A Swedish municipal politician's call to prioritize financial self-interest over charity amid high living costs sparks public debate.
Moderate Politician Mats Sander Faces Scrutiny for Undisclosed Mildef Shares
Mats Sander, a Moderate politician, admitted failing to disclose his shares in defense company Mildef while inviting the firm to parliament, prompting conflict of interest concerns.
Magdalena Andersson and Jimmie Åkesson Clash Over Allegations of Troll Factories
Social Democrat leader Magdalena Andersson and Sweden Democrat leader Jimmie Åkesson traded accusations over the use of troll factories for political messaging during a televised debate.
Debate Intensifies Over Sweden's Cultural Investment and Accessibility
Political debate in Sweden intensifies over cultural investment, with conflicting views on the cultural canon's role and accessibility to cultural initiatives.
Stakset's Viral Apology Sparks Political and Educational Dialogue in Sweden
Sebastian Stakset's viral apology to a Moderate Party politician ignited constructive political and educational discussions in Sweden on youth and schooling challenges.
Local Politicians Debate Västervik's Economy at Gränsö Castle
Key local politicians debated Västervik’s municipal economy and governance challenges at a business-hosted event in Gränsö castle.
Swedish Parliament Debates Budget Proposals Amid Key Party Press Conferences
The Swedish Parliament began debating budget proposals on November 26, 2025, preceded by key press conferences from the Social Democrats and the Moderate Party outlining their positions.
Sweden Democrats Propose Major Reform of Hate Speech Law Amid Heated Party Debate
The Sweden Democrats narrowly backed reforming the hate speech law, focusing on ethnic groups while rejecting full abolition amid internal and public debate.
Liberals Push for 20-Student Maximum in School Classes as Key Election Issue
The Liberal Party proposes a maximum class size of 20 students, planning government investigations to improve teacher focus and student learning by next election cycle.
Liberalerna Rules Out Sweden Democrats from Government Roles Following 2025 Election
Sweden's Liberal Party has formally excluded the Sweden Democrats from ministerial roles after the 2025 election, affirming a strategic stance amidst internal debate.
Debate Intensifies Over Kristdemokraterna's Proposal to Cut Capital Gains Tax for Homeowners
Kristdemokraterna's capital gains tax cut proposal for long-term homeowners faces criticism over its effectiveness and fiscal impact amid calls for broader housing market reforms.
Swedish Debate Calls for Work Experience and Greater Accountability in Politics
Ahead of Sweden's elections, calls intensify for politicians to have work experience and be more transparent about their plans to boost accountability.
Political Divide Emerges Over Umeå's Whistleblower Function Future
Local politicians in Umeå clash over the management and trustworthiness of the municipality's whistleblower function amid fears of repeating past failures.
Swedish Regional Politicians Accuse Each Other of Threatening Democracy Amid Rising Political Tensions
Political infighting in Västra Götaland highlights escalating accusations among parties as threats to democracy, reflecting growing mistrust in regional politics.
Debate Intensifies Over Patient Choice and Political Control in Swedish Healthcare
The debate in Sweden heats up over patient choice in healthcare as private clinics show higher patient satisfaction, while home care services face operational crises.
Concerns Grow Over Decline in Respectful Political Dialogue in Sweden
Swedish politicians and commentators express alarm over increasing personal attacks and provocative tactics in political discourse, calling for a return to respect and ethical dialogue to safeguard democracy.
Rising Political Hostility in Sweden: Centerpartiet Faces Criticism and Personal Attacks
Swedish politicians, especially from the Centerpartiet, face increasing political hostility and personal attacks amid tensions with the Sweden Democrats.
Calls for Enhanced Political Engagement Focused on Citizens' Real Concerns Ahead of Sweden's Elections
Johan Östman urges Swedish citizens to engage politically and demand substantive discussions on unemployment, housing, and family welfare ahead of elections.
Integration and Immigration Take Center Stage in Sweden’s 2025 Election Battle
Sweden’s 2025 election campaign is dominated by immigration and integration debates that underscore deep political divisions between the country's major parties.
Swedish Political Communication Faces Challenges Amid Declining Civility and Calls for Clearer Action
Amid personal attacks and unclear messaging, calls grow for clearer communication and concrete political action in Sweden.
Local Political Dialogue in Hofors Focuses on Agriculture Ahead of 2026 Elections
LRF Hofors led a panel with local politicians discussing agricultural sustainability and rural resilience ahead of the 2026 elections.
Centerpartiet Calls for Dialogue on Political Debate Conduct Following Heated Exchange
Centerpartiet invites political parties to discuss guidelines for debate and social media conduct after a heated recent debate criticized by Ulf Kristersson.
Swedish Political Debate Sparks Controversy Over Nooshi Dadgostar's Conduct and Calls for Format Changes
A heated debate on SVT involving Nooshi Dadgostar has led to demands from party leaders to mute her microphone and calls for reforming the debate format to foster more constructive political discourse.
Swedish Leaders Criticize Heated SVT Political Debate, Call for Respectful Dialogue
Swedish Prime Minister and SVT moderators express contrasting views on the conduct and control of a heated political debate, highlighting calls for respectful dialogue and measures to prevent interruptions.
Tensions flare as Swedish party leaders clash in heated SVT debate
Swedish party leaders' intense exchanges during the SVT debate underscore deep political divisions and criticism of debate conduct.
Sweden's 2025 Autumn Party Leaders' Debate Highlights Economy, Gaza, Integration, and Controversial Niqab and Burqa Ban
Swedish party leaders debated key issues including economy, Gaza conflict, integration, climate, and a controversial niqab and burqa ban proposal on SVT's Agenda, amidst protests and political tension.
Political Debate Intensifies Over Preschool Closures and Gender Projects in Sweden
Ongoing political tensions in Sweden focus on opposition to preschool closures and critique of gender theory projects prioritized by the ruling majority.
Moderate Party Prepares Proposals for Upcoming Arbeidstämma Amid Local Savings Debate
The Moderate Party is set to advance its proposals at the upcoming arbetsstämma, while locally challenging municipal cost cuts in Osby.
Swedish Liberals Firm on Excluding Sweden Democrats from Government Amid Internal Debate
The Swedish Liberal Party confirms it will not support a government including Sweden Democrats, amid internal criticism and voter challenges ahead of the November conference.
Calls for Transparency in Politicians' Character Spur Debate on Integrity Measures in Sweden
Erik Lindh advocates for public disclosure of politicians' criminal records to ensure integrity and boost voter trust amid concerns over candidates linked to extremism.