Background & Purpose
In recent years, bombings involving legal or homemade explosives have increased significantly in Swedish society. To stop this trend, the government proposed measures to tighten control over explosive materials.
The Decision
The Swedish parliament approved the government's proposal for more effective supervision and streamlined permit processes regarding explosive goods.
Does this affect you?
- Businesses handling explosives: Must follow new reporting obligations for usage and temporary storage, alongside stricter background checks.
- Municipal authorities: Take on updated routines for permit processing under the coordination and oversight of MSB.
In Practice
- MSB coordinates municipal permit activities and oversees how local authorities handle permits and inspections.
- Permit holders must report the use and temporary storage of explosive goods to the municipality.
- Companies operating across multiple municipalities only need to apply for permits in a single municipality.
- New confidentiality rules protect supervision cases to prevent explosives from falling into criminal hands.