The Justitieombudsmannen (Jo) has criticized the Government Offices for being too slow in releasing documents about former security advisor Henrik Landerholm to Dagens Nyheter. The criticism follows the newspaper's investigation, in which requested items like emails and messages were delayed. Jo emphasizes the need for preparedness in handling such requests even during intense media periods.
Following Dagens Nyheter's investigation into former national security advisor Henrik Landerholm, the Justitieombudsmannen (Jo) has criticized the Government Offices for delays in handling the release of public documents. The newspaper requested, among other things, email messages and direct messages from Landerholm's work phone as part of the probe.
According to Jo, the offices failed to act promptly in accordance with the Freedom of the Press Act, resulting in delays in accessing the documents. This was outlined in a Jo decision published on December 23, 2025.
Justitieombudsmannen Per Lennerbrant comments: “The most important conclusion I draw is that the Government Offices must be prepared to handle requests for public documents in accordance with the Freedom of the Press Act, even during periods of high media intensity.”
The criticism highlights the importance of transparency in government matters, especially amid media scrutiny like the Landerholm affair. No further details on the exact timelines of the delay are specified in the decisions, but the case illustrates the challenges for authorities in balancing efficiency and legal requirements under pressure.
