The Swedish government has been criticized for releasing an emissions-increasing budget. Budget savings of 259m krona (£19m) and reductions in taxes on gasoline and diesel were part of the plan revealed on Wednesday morning. According to Per Bolund, a representative for the Green Party, the current government doesn't seem to care about the climate catastrophe, because emissions reductions are an annual need, as shown by several studies. Government officials have admitted that current policies would lead to significant increases in emissions that fall short of Swedish legal requirements and EU standards. She assured the public that the government will combat inflation and assist families by providing greater resources for welfare and tax reduction.

Source: The Guardian September 20, 2023 11:18 UTC