Uranium mining to be allowed in Sweden
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The Riksdag has voted in favour of the Government's proposal on uranium mining in Sweden. The decision states that it will be allowed to mine uranium in Sweden and that uranium is to be classed as a concession mineral, that is a mineral which is especially useful for society.
The decision also means that activities in which small amounts of uranium are handled will not be subject to a permit requirement and will not be subject to a municipal veto. A municipal veto means that municipalities can, by means of a local political decision, determine whether or not to allow such activities in the municipality.
The amendments will come into force on 1 January 2026.