Background & Purpose

To streamline the handling of publishing certificates for newspapers and magazines, the Swedish government proposed moving this responsibility to the Swedish Media Authority.

Proposals & Debate

The Swedish government proposed that the Swedish Media Authority should take over the responsibility for issuing publishing certificates for periodical publications, such as newspapers and magazines. This change means the authority will manage applications, receive notifications about publishers, and maintain a register of these publications. The document does not mention any opposing proposals from other parties.

The Decision

Sweden's Parliament approved the government's proposal, meaning the Swedish Media Authority will now be in charge of all matters related to publishing certificates for periodical publications.

Does this affect you?

  • Publishers of newspapers and magazines: They will now apply for and manage their publishing certificates through the Swedish Media Authority instead of the Patent and Registration Office.
  • Swedish Media Authority: The authority gains new responsibilities for managing publishing certificates, including maintaining a register.
  • Swedish Patent and Registration Office: This office will no longer handle matters related to publishing certificates for periodical publications.

In Practice

  • The Swedish Media Authority will issue and manage publishing certificates for newspapers and magazines.
  • Publishers of periodical publications must now submit their applications and notifications to the Swedish Media Authority.
  • The Swedish Media Authority will maintain an official register of all periodical publications.
  • The Swedish Patent and Registration Office will no longer be responsible for these tasks.