Better Autism Support for Stockholm's Children

Center Party members proposed that the City of Stockholm and Region Stockholm develop a joint routine to ensure children with autism receive consistent and coordinated support in preschool, aligning with the National Board of Health and Welfare’s recommendations. While the City Executive Office acknowledged the importance of cooperation, it argued that existing agreements and programs already address this, though Region Stockholm did not comment. The majority emphasized the clear division of responsibility between the preschool’s pedagogical role and the region’s treatment role, stating the municipality cannot assume regional tasks. However, a dissenting reservation from the Moderates, Liberals, and Center Party criticized the left-leaning majority for overlooking deficiencies raised by stakeholders and for allowing a child's postcode to determine access to support.