Swedish municipalities face political turmoil as a 70 million kronor deficit shakes local emergency services and opposition parties boycott key budget discussions prioritizing children.
Public scrutiny over the use of taxpayer money by politicians is intensifying, with calls for accountability.
The Swedish government boosts funding for regional airports to tackle financial deficits.
Sweden's government allocates over 550 million kronor for environmental initiatives in the 2026 budget, focusing on key issues like PFAS and over-fertilization.
Säters Municipality has published a list of politician salaries, enhancing transparency and public accountability.