The City Council is proposed to approve a framework agreement between the City of Stockholm and KTH Royal Institute of Technology to establish a research and innovation lab, Stockholm Urban Innovation Lab. This lab will focus on leveraging digitalization for sustainable urban development, strengthening the city's knowledge and competence, and using its physical environments as testbeds for new solutions. It has a 2026 budget of 4 million SEK for research and 1 million SEK to enhance the city's ability to apply the findings.
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| Month | Items | Meetings |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | 148 | 13 |
| Feb 2026 | 298 | 29 |
| Mar 2026 | 372 | 50 |
| Apr 2026 | 302 | 29 |
| May 2026 | 419 | 29 |
| Jun 2026 | 407 | 46 |
| Jul 2026 | 1 | 1 |
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The Traffic Committee proposes changing the rules for market trading in Stockholm to make squares more vibrant and safer. The proposal means that empty market stalls can be used for other purposes besides market trading, such as events. Additionally, eight market squares with no current trading will be removed, while new temporary market trading spots are planned for seven squares, including Kornhamnstorg, Nytorget, and Östermalmstorg.
The City Council will consider a functional program for preschool premises, which will serve as a guide for new construction, reconstruction, and extensions of preschools in Stockholm. This program aims to ensure equivalent and fit-for-purpose facilities for children, proposing that preschools normally have between four and eight departments. The Preschool Committee is also proposed to be tasked with deciding on and updating accompanying support material for the program.
The City Council will consider a proposal to temporarily extend alcohol sales hours until 8:00 AM during the Men's FIFA World Cup 2026, from June 11 to July 14. This is to allow Stockholmers to watch early morning matches together at restaurants and pubs with permanent licenses, preventing establishments from having to close mid-match due to time differences. The Social Services Committee is proposing this change.
The Board is proposed to adopt numerous new policy documents, common to the entire City of Stockholm, thereby superseding older versions. These documents include new plans for waste, a city-wide bicycle plan, a climate and action plan, a quay strategy, and a road safety plan. Additionally, policies for areas such as personnel, finance, communication, social media, and programs for equality and human rights are covered, which will form the basis for the city's work and decision-making.
The monthly report for S:t Erik Försäkrings AB shows assets reached SEK 483 million in March 2026, a SEK 67 million increase from the previous month. The report also provides an overview of the municipal group's financial position and an average interest rate forecast for the next three years. Additionally, S:t Erik Försäkring's information security plan for 2025-2028 is presented, including tests, employee training, and follow-up on data protection routines.
The Board of S:t Erik Försäkrings AB is to be informed about the company's audit and the Swedish Inspectorate of Auditors' quality control. It is proposed that the Board verify that the auditor does not provide services other than auditing and that fees adhere to current limitations. Additionally, a new audit provider has been procured and will take office from the 2025 Annual General Meeting.
The Board is proposed to adopt a large number of common policy documents and guidelines for the City of Stockholm, including the Bicycle Plan for Stockholm, Climate Action Plan 2030, Quay Strategy, and Traffic Safety Plan. These documents will govern the city's work in various areas, replacing older versions of these policies.
The Board of S:t Erik Försäkrings AB presents an outcome report for the first quadmester of 2026, indicating that the company's financial goals for profit and costs are expected to be met for the full year. The company will continue its work on risk identification and damage prevention for the city's facilities and operations, as well as developing its sustainability efforts in collaboration with Stockholms Stadshus AB.
The Board will receive an injury report detailing accident statistics up to May 11, 2026, showing total damages and their cost, excluding deductibles. It also highlights a new major fire at the Cemeteries Administration's machine shed, estimated to cost approximately 4 million SEK.
The Board of S:t Erik Försäkrings AB will review a summary risk report for Q1 2026, which assesses the company's overall risk level as low, with ample margins to both the board's own limits and regulatory solvency capital requirements. Despite this, claims costs have been higher than the previous quarter, posing the company's biggest risk to solvency, and a medium-level risk for data breaches due to inadequate security measures has been identified and is being addressed.
The Board of S:t Erik Försäkrings AB is meeting to address the previous minutes. They will approve the annual financial statements and multi-year budget, which shows a profit of SEK 26 million before tax. The Board will also discuss various risk and internal audit reports, along with several governing documents such as the Chemical Plan 2031, Mobility and Parking, and the Business Policy.
Head of Administration Håkan Andersson updated the committee on the department's status, presenting the first trimester report, comparing Stockholm to Gothenburg and Malmö, and detailing the implementation of "A Substitute to Rely On" and new recruitment methods. Personnel information and personal safety for the committee were also discussed.
The City Council reviewed the City Audit Office's annual report for the Guardianship Committee's operations in 2025. The report found that operations were generally efficient and financially sound, with improved processing times, although some delays persisted, and deficiencies in the work environment and internal control were noted. The Committee has already initiated corrective actions, including new routines for controls and documentation, which will be subject to annual follow-up.
The Election Committee acknowledged the City Auditors' 2025 annual report, which found the committee's operations to be largely appropriate, economically satisfactory, and to have sufficient internal governance and control. The City Council subsequently granted discharge from liability to the Election Committee and its members for 2025.
The Election Committee approved its first quarterly report for 2026, showing that 3.3 million SEK of the 88.1 million SEK budget had been used. The report also indicated the committee requested an 8 million SEK budget increase, offset by increased state grants for election implementation, which has now been forwarded to the City Executive Board for further action.
The Education Committee addressed a letter from the Center Party regarding the consequences of teenage and skills-based deportations for Stockholm's schools. The administration reported that they do not keep statistics on deportation decisions and thus cannot estimate how many students or employees are affected. The committee approved the administration's response, which stated that student health services support affected students through their regular work and that the recruitment situation is considered good.
The Education Committee decided to forward a letter from the Liberals regarding support for headteachers to the Education Administration. The Administration will now prepare the matter for further processing.
The Education Committee approved the Education Administration's statement regarding a motion by Andréa Hedin (M) to use a GIS-based analysis tool for visualizing student results geographically and promoting a more equitable school. The Administration, while positive about data-informed analysis, noted that the motion's aim is already being addressed in ongoing development work and that a separate tool would fragment resources. The decision was immediately adjusted, and Vice-Chair Andréa Hedin (M) reserved herself against the decision.
Stockholm's Education Committee approved changes to its delegation rules, empowering the Director of Education to further delegate decision-making for various matters, including existing and new areas like distance learning and school transport. These changes, effective July 1, 2026, aim to streamline decision processes and ensure decisions are made closer to students and staff.
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