Background & Purpose

The Swedish National Audit Office examined how the state has worked with the UN's Agenda 2030 goals between 2015 and 2025. The audit concluded that progress has stalled and that the state's efforts have not been effective enough.

Proposals & Debate

The audit found that Sweden's sustainability progress has not improved significantly since 2016 and that follow-up methods are incomplete. The government responded by promising to clarify who is responsible for sustainability policy within the Government Offices to ensure better coordination.

The Decision

The parliament acknowledged the report and the government's response, but decided not to take any further formal action, closing the matter.

Does this affect you?

  • Government officials: They will face clearer internal instructions regarding who is responsible for sustainability policy coordination.
  • Public agencies: They may receive updated guidelines on how to report and follow up on their sustainability work.

In Practice

  • The government will clarify which departments are responsible for coordinating sustainability policies.
  • The state will continue to work on Agenda 2030 based on national conditions.
  • No new laws or immediate policy changes were introduced as a result of this specific parliamentary decision.