Background & Purpose

The state needs to allocate funds annually to support regional growth, business development, and transport in various parts of the country. Different political parties submitted alternative spending proposals.

The Decision

The Swedish parliament approved the government's proposal for how the money should be distributed within regional development and voted down the opposition's proposals.

Does this affect you?

  • Regional businesses: Receive access to regional development funds and support for local growth initiatives.
  • Transport-dependent companies: Benefit from transport subsidies aimed at leveling out shipping costs in remote areas.

In Practice

  • Over 2.2 billion SEK goes to the European Regional Development Fund and the Just Transition Fund.
  • Just over 2.1 billion SEK is allocated to regional development measures.
  • Nearly 456 million SEK is distributed as transport subsidies for businesses in northern regions.