Council Discusses Jobs, Youth Employment, and City Taxes

Moderate council member Per Rosencrantz questioned City Commissioner Emilia Bjuggren (S) on rising long-term unemployment, especially among youth, since the Social Democrats took office, asking for the city's plan to reduce it, boost vocational training, support sectors employing low-skilled workers, and if municipal taxes align with employment goals. Bjuggren responded that the Social Democrats are investing over SEK 220 million in labor market policies, strengthening adult education and municipal employment, particularly for those far from the job market, noting successful collaborations with industries and a decrease in youth unemployment, particularly in focus areas, while defending tax increases as funding these job creation efforts.