Background & Purpose
During the autumn of 2025, opposition parties submitted a large number of suggestions on how to improve and change the Swedish police force. These proposals covered everything from how the police should be organized to how they should prioritize different types of crimes.
Proposals & Debate
The proposals included various ideas on changing the police's mission, their internal structure, and their legal powers. The opposition wanted to see specific reforms in how police work is carried out, while the parliament's committee argued that these issues are already being handled through ongoing government investigations.
The Decision
The parliament decided to say no to all 215 proposals, meaning that no new rules or changes will be implemented based on these specific motions.
Does this affect you?
- Police officers: Their daily work routines and legal powers remain exactly as they were before this decision.
- Opposition politicians: Their specific suggestions for police reform were not accepted by the parliament.
In Practice
- No new laws or regulations for the police were introduced through this decision.
- The current organization and working methods of the police remain unchanged.
- Ongoing government investigations will continue to be the primary way of handling police reforms.