Background & Purpose

An independent audit showed that state-run youth care homes (Sis homes) fail to reach their goals and do not provide effective care and treatment for vulnerable children and adolescents.

Proposals & Debate

The government submitted a report acknowledging several shortcomings highlighted by the audit, outlining ongoing and planned measures to fix problems such as unclear target groups and staff competency.

The Decision

Parliament concluded the parliamentary review after noting that the government is actively working on measures to address the shortcomings.

Does this affect you?

  • Placed children and adolescents: Affected by the quality of care and treatment provided at the state-run youth care homes.
  • Sis staff: Berörs av krav på rätt kompetens för att bedriva effektiv vård och behandling.

In Practice

  • The government's progress and planned actions regarding youth care are officially noted by parliament.
  • No new laws or immediate rule changes are introduced through this specific parliamentary decision.
  • Sis continues its ongoing efforts to address staff competency and unclear target groups.