Latest politics news and updates from Sweden in English.
Sweden's Center Party prepares to select its third leader in under a year, with Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist emerging as frontrunner. The party seeks stability after rapid leadership changes while facing crucial decisions about government cooperation. The leadership election occurs in November amid concerns about the party's direction.
Swedish investigators propose new laws allowing police to provoke crimes through undercover operations. Officers could pose as drug buyers or children online to catch criminals. The measures would represent a major expansion of police powers in Sweden.
Sweden's red-green coalition faces internal divisions over Gothenburg Port management as opposition parties point to leadership conflicts. The country's largest commercial port faces pressure to increase profitability amid political disagreements about operational control.
Small political parties are gaining attention in Sweden ahead of elections, with some potentially affecting outcomes in tight races. The unique 12% threshold rule offers an alternative path to parliament that no party has yet successfully used.
Sweden's Center Party youth organization backs Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist for party leadership. The nomination reflects internal party dynamics and generational perspectives on political direction.
Stockholm joins major Swedish cities rejecting the government's voluntary return migration initiative. Municipalities across Sweden express concerns about making residents feel unwanted. The resistance highlights challenges in implementing national migration policies locally.
Sweden appoints former security chief to investigate government security failures after classified documents were left in public places. The review comes amid growing concerns about systemic security weaknesses affecting national safety.
Sweden's climate minister criticized regional agencies after budget cuts eliminated two-thirds of climate adaptation staff. The reprimand comes after severe storms caused fatal damage in Västernorrland County, highlighting tensions between climate priorities and funding realities.
Sweden's cross-party committee agrees to maintain national climate targets through 2030, though adjustments for EU alignment are needed. The transport target survives despite opposition from the Sweden Democrats party.
Swedish parliament members receive a 2,900 kronor monthly pay increase, bringing their salary to 81,400 kronor. The raise follows general wage trends and takes effect in January 2026. The decision comes amid ongoing economic challenges facing Swedish households.
This guide explains Sweden's parliamentary system for English speakers. It covers voting rights, major political parties, and the election process. Learn how to participate and understand the outcomes.
Sweden Democrats extend their lead over the Moderate Party for the sixth straight month, reaching 21.6% support. The anti-immigration party's sustained second-place position marks a significant shift in Swedish politics. Meanwhile, the Liberal Party struggles despite strong policy statements.
Sweden's Liberal Party considers sharing power with the Sweden Democrats in Gothenburg. Councilor Axel Darvik says past mistakes shouldn't permanently exclude political partners. This potential alliance signals changing coalition dynamics in Swedish politics.
Lund's Moderate Party has declined a meeting about voluntary repatriation programs, despite their party leading the national government. The local commissioner says the issue isn't a priority for the municipality. This reveals potential tensions between national policy and local implementation.
Swedish municipalities are divided over government proposals for voluntary return migration. While some communities refuse meeting requests, others engage with the plan that would significantly increase financial incentives for migrants returning to their home countries.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson faces ethics scrutiny after his daughter reportedly hosted a party at his official recreational residence. Opposition politicians claim this violates government rules against excessive use of benefits. The incident raises questions about consistent application of ethical standards across all government levels.
Sweden plans to increase repatriation payments from 10,000 to 350,000 kronor per adult to encourage voluntary returns. The proposal has received mixed responses from municipalities, with some refusing participation. The changes would take effect in early 2026 if approved.
Swedish municipalities across political parties reject government requests to discuss voluntary repatriation programs. Local leaders call the policy 'un-Swedish' while the government plans to increase repatriation grants substantially. The conflict reveals deep divisions in Sweden's approach to migration policy.
Sweden's Center Party will select a new leader in November after current leader Anna-Karin Hatt resigned due to receiving hate and threats. The leadership change comes less than a year before Sweden's next parliamentary election. The party conference in Karlstad will determine the political direction for this centrist party.
A Swedish municipal politician faces official criticism for emailing a supermarket about removing a protest sign. The Parliamentary Ombudsman found the politician used his official email to contact the store owner, leading to the protest notice's removal. The controversy stems from a school privatization decision that sparked community opposition.
Sweden's Red-Green political alliance sees its polling advantage over government parties cut in half. The Sweden Democrats gain ground while three left-leaning parties decline. Latest data shows major shifts in Swedish voter preferences.
Ten Swedish municipalities refuse to participate in government talks about increasing voluntary repatriation benefits. Local leaders want immigrants to stay in their communities despite national policy shifts. The standoff reveals tensions between local and national approaches to migration.
Swedish municipalities are split on participating in government-led meetings about voluntary return programs. Finspång joins several others rejecting the invitations, while some neighboring communities will participate. The divide shows regional differences in approaching migration policies.
Opposition parties in Gothenburg propose tax reductions for residents and aim to stop left-wing projects. The four-party coalition says people shouldn't face punishment taxes for living in Sweden's second city. Their budget challenge comes amid rising living costs across Sweden.