Sweden“The welfare sector is an area where we know that a lot of money goes missing”, says Carina Gunnarson, Associate Professor of Political Science at the Swedish Defence Research Agency.
Topic: Welfare collapse
Parents in Sweden dip into their children’s savings to make ends meet
Economy"The trend reflects the fact that many families with children are finding it difficult to make ends meet", says economist Stefan Westerberg.
The Swedish Enforcement Authority hangs up on worried Swedes
SwedenNearly 30% of calls have been dropped so far this year - officials cite "tough business priorities".
Swedish elderly face rejection from nursing homes
Sweden"Is the idea that I should stay here and be alone until I die?" asks 93-year-old Ingrid.
Swedish households financially crippled
Economy– Between 700,000 and one million Swedes are now experiencing financial difficulties, says a researcher at Statistics Sweden.
Eight out of ten physicians affected by cuts
SwedenA large majority are also concerned that the cuts will lead to reduced access and quality of care in Sweden.
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Alarming rent increases put pressure on Swedish households
Economy"Where will ordinary people live?" asks Andreas, a single father from Gothenburg.
170,000 Swedes waiting for surgery
HealthThe long waiting periods mean that many people become so ill that surgery is no longer an option.
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TechDitch Google's input apps and keep what you type and speak private on your phone.
Nordic postal operator Postnord wants to further extend delivery times
The NordicsThe postal giant has failed to meet the two-day service requirement - and wants to extend it to five days.
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