200 million allocated to shorten working hours in elderly care
Stockholm's red-green government prioritizes trees, safety, and shorter working hours in elderly care ahead of the 2026 election year. The budget proposal includes 200 million kronor to shorten working hours in elderly care. Climate councilor Åsa Lindhagen (MP) views it as an election winner, while the Moderates call it an economic disaster.
Stockholm's red-green government has presented a budget proposal ahead of the 2026 election year, focusing on three main priorities: more trees, increased safety, and shorter working hours in elderly care. According to the proposal, 200 million kronor are specifically allocated to shorten working hours in elderly care, aiming to improve conditions for staff in the sector.
Climate councilor Åsa Lindhagen (MP) describes the budget as an 'election winner' and emphasizes its potential to meet citizens' needs. She highlights the importance of sustainable investments in both environment and welfare. On the opposing side, the Moderates sharply criticize the proposal, calling it an 'economic disaster' with arguments that it lacks realistic financing plans.
The proposal comes at a time when elderly care in Stockholm faces challenges with staff shortages and high workloads. The budget aims to address these through direct investments, but debate around its feasibility continues. The article was published on October 8, 2025.