The Riksdag is renovating for the future of democracy

The ambition of the Riksdag Administration is to renovate the buildings during the coming 15–20 years. The activities of the Riksdag will continue as usual throughout this period, which is why the renovations are being conducted in stages.

The aim of the Riksdag buildings for the future programme is to adapt the buildings both to the Riksdag of today and of the future. Other objectives include making it easier to visit the Riksdag, creating more efficient premises, taking into account environmental considerations, greater security and accessibility, and lowering costs. The renovations are to be conducted with respect for the buildings’ considerable cultural and historical value.

Planning

Decisions concerning the renovation of the Riksdag buildings are taken in stages by the Riksdag Board. At present, it has been decided to renovate the Members’ Building at Mynttorget 2 in the Old Town of Stockholm. The renovations commenced in 2019.

After this, the following buildings will be renovated:

• Cephalus at Riddarhustorget 7–9 in the Old Town. Among other things, the Cephalus
• The East Wing of the Riksdag on Helgeandsholmen. The East Wing contains the former First and Second Chambers, the committees’ assembly rooms, and offices for members and party secretariats.
• The West Wing of the Riksdag on Helgeandsholmen. The West Wing contains the Chamber, the Press Centre, the offices of the Speaker and Deputy Speakers.
• Neptunus at Mynttorget 1 in the Old Town. This building contains offices for members and party secretariats.
• Mercurius at Storkyrkobrinken 7 A in the Old Town. The Mercurius complex contains party secretariats, the Riksdag Library and the Democracy Workshop.