Background & Purpose

The Swedish National Audit Office (Riksrevisionen) is an independent body that checks how the government and state agencies use public money. Its annual report is crucial for showing how well it performed its duties and ensuring transparency in public spending.

Proposals & Debate

The main proposal was for the Swedish Parliament to review and approve the Swedish National Audit Office's annual report for 2022. This report detailed the office's activities, finances, and an external review by Norwegian and UK audit colleagues. No specific counter-proposals or motions from opposition parties were mentioned in the document.

The Decision

The Swedish Parliament approved the National Audit Office's annual report for 2022. They also acknowledged that external reviews confirmed the office is well-managed and provides high-quality audits, concluding the matter without further legislative action.

Does this affect you?

  • Swedish National Audit Office employees: Their work and management practices are officially recognized as high-quality and effective.
  • Swedish taxpayers: They receive confirmation that an independent body is effectively overseeing how public funds are spent.
  • Government agencies: They continue to be subject to audits by a recognized and well-functioning audit authority.

In Practice

  • The Swedish National Audit Office's financial accounts and operational results for 2022 are officially accepted.
  • The office's work quality and management practices receive official recognition, supported by international peer reviews.
  • The Parliament expects the National Audit Office to spend all its allocated money for 2023 to carry out its important oversight tasks.
  • No new laws or major policy changes will be introduced as a direct result of this report's approval.