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Here you will find the latest information from the Riksdag.
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Individual contributions in high-cost protection reimbursement scheme to be increased
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal to increase the level of individual contributions to the high-cost protection reimbursement scheme for prescription medicines.
Reduction obligation levels to be changed
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal for a new reduction obligation. The reduction obligation is intended to reduce CO2 emissions, for example, through fuel suppliers mixing biofuels into ordinary fuel.
Stronger consumer protection in the credit market
Consumer protection in the credit market will be strengthened. The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal which is designed to counter over-indebtedness among Swedish households.
New Social Services Act to replace current Act
The current Social Services Act will be replaced by a new Social Services Act. The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal on this matter. The Riksdag also voted in favour of amendments to other laws as a consequence of the new Social Services Act.
Tougher approach to sexual violations, fraud targeting the elderly and gender-based offences
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposals for amendments to the Swedish Criminal Code. For example, criminal responsibility for rape of children and the purchase of sexual acts carried out remotely will be criminalised.
Scale of penalties raised for threats and violence against public sector employees
The protection of public sector employees against, among other things, threats and violence will be increased. The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal on this matter.
More people to be protected by non-contact orders
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal for new rules on non-contact orders, which will give greater protection to vulnerable people.
Yes to fewer AP funds and more stringent skills requirements for boards
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal for amendments to the management of buffer capital in the funds in the national pension system (AP funds).
White paper on European Defence Preparedness examined
The Riksdag has examined the EU’s White Paper on European Defence Preparedness 2030. The purpose of the White Paper is to strengthen the EU’s defence capabilities, including focusing on support to Ukraine and funding of defence.
Shore protection rules to be relaxed
The Riksdag has voted in favour of the Government’s proposal, which will enable a number of relaxations in rules governing shore protection.
New rules on advance payment of mortgages to be introduced
The Riksdag has voted in favour of a new model for calculation of early repayment charges in connection with advance payment of fixed mortgages. An early repayment charge is the sum a borrower needs to pay to their bank when a fixed-rate loan is redeemed in advance.
The Speaker participates in EU Speakers Conference in Budapest on 11–12 May
On 11–12 May, the Speaker Andreas Norlén will participate in a conference that gathers Speakers from the EU national parliaments, the European Parliament and candidate countries.
Members of the Riksdag observe elections in Albania
Parliamentary elections will be held in Albania on 11 May. Nine members of the Riksdag are included in an international delegation that will observe the elections. A Swedish member will lead the official mission in the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly.
Additional amending budget for 2025 – temporarily raised subsidy rate for tax credits on home repairs, conversion and extension
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal to raise the subsidy rate for tax credits on home repairs, conversion and extension from 30 per cent to 50 per cent. The increase will apply between 12 May and 31 December 2025.
Stricter rules on international sanctions
Stricter rules on international sanctions will be introduced by means of a new law. The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government’s proposal which is intended to implement the EU sanctions directive (EU 2024/1226) in Swedish law.
Threats, violence and corruption to be combatted in municipalities and regions
The Riksdag has voted in favour of two amendments to the Local Government Act.
Marshal of the Senate of Poland visits the Riksdag
On 7 May, the Speaker Andreas Norlén will receive the Marshal of the Polish Senate Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska in connection with her visit to Sweden. The Marshal’s delegation includes members of the Polish Senate.
Additional amending budget for 2025 – further military support to Ukraine
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government's proposal on an additional amending budget to provide further support to Ukraine.
Cash should be banned in connection with trade in scrap metal
A national cash ban should be introduced in connection with trade in scrap iron and metal. This is the opinion of the Riksdag, which decided to urge the Government by way of an announcement to take measures to introduce such a ban.
Small-scale farm sales of alcoholic beverages permitted
The Riksdag voted in favour of the Government's proposal to enable, for a limited period, the sale of alcoholic beverages on a small scale through farm sales. The purpose is to improve conditions for the local tourism industry.
The Riksdag this week 19–25 May
The following is a selection of events during the current week. A full schedule is available in the Swedish calendar.
Monday
- Debates on proposals
- Guided tour of the works of art in the Riksdag (in Swedish)
Tuesday
Debates and decisions on proposals
Wednesday
Debates and decisions on proposals
Thursday
- Public meeting of the Committee on Industry and trade on the role of the business sector in strengthening Swedish total defence.
- Debates and decisions on proposals
- Question-and-answer session with government ministers
- Interpellation debates
Friday
Interpellation debates
Saturday–Sunday
- Guided tours of the Riksdag in Swedish and in English.
- Guided tours of the works of art in the Riksdag (in Swedish)
International meetings and sessions
Monday
Interparliamentary conference on Challenges for Health Security in the EU
Friday–Sunday
NATO Parliamentary Assembly Spring Session in Dayton.
Covering the work of the Riksdag
If you are a journalist or photographer wishing to work in the Riksdag buildings or to monitor the work of the Riksdag, you will find the necessary information here.
Social media
Follow the work of the Riksdag and the Speaker on social media. The Riksdag can be found on Bluesky, Instagram, X and Youtube, and the Speaker on X and Instagram.
Riksdag on Stockholm Culture Night
There were long queues to the Riksdag during this year’s Stockholm Culture Night. It is estimated that around 4,700 people visited the Riksdag this year.