Your questions answered on Sweden's new work permit rules
This week: Halloween, Nato, cable damage in the Baltic Sea, popular TV shows, and we answer readers' questions on Sweden's new salary requirement for work permit holders. Host Paul O’Mahony in Stockholm is joined from Malmö by The Local’s Emma Löfgren and Becky Waterton.__Sign up for Stockholm Explorative Talks. Presented by Stockholm Academic Forum__Here are links to stories we discuss this week:HalloweenOpinion: What can Sweden learn from embracing the American Halloween tradition?All SaintsSwedish word of the day: allhelgonadagenNato & Baltic security Turkish president sends Sweden’s Nato application to parliamentSwedish government: ‘External force’ damaged cable between Sweden and EstoniaSwedish TV series Are Swedes funny? Explaining the many types of Swedish jokes– includes regular panelist Richard Orange‘s opinion on På spåret.Swedish reality TV show brings Swedish-Americans back ‘home’Work permits‘We’re losing the life we built in Sweden’: Work permit holders dread uncertain futureWho will fill Sweden’s labour gap when immigrants leave?Reader question: Can I meet Sweden’s new work permit threshold by working multiple jobs?What counts as salary under Sweden's new work permit threshold?Correction: A previous version of the podcast incorrectly stated that OB-tillägg can never be counted as salary. It can, if it is regular and mentioned in your employment contract. We apologise for the confusion. Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28 Okt 202330min
Why a terrorist targeted Swedes, and does the far right run Sweden now?
__Sign up for Stockholm Explorative Talks. Presented by Stockholm Academic Forum__In this week's episode we look at the latest Covid recommendations, how the far-right Sweden Democrats are using their new-found power, why immigrants kickstart so many events in Sweden, and why a terrorist targeted and murdered two Swedish football fans in Brussels. Host Paul O’Mahony in Stockholm is joined from Malmö by The Local’s Emma Löfgren and Richard Orange.Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:Covid-19Who should get vaccinated against Covid in Sweden and when?Immigration EXPLAINED: Sweden’s inquiry on taking asylum rules to EU minimumSweden Democrats: ‘We’ve been too generous on asylum for too long’Foreigners take the initiative Why Sweden should protect its fantastic popular education organisationsHow can I watch the 2023 Cricket World Cup in Sweden?How the Nordics lead Europe in Indian Durga Puja celebrationsBrussels terror attackWhy were Swedes targeted in the Brussels terror attack?Leading Sweden Democrat criticised for Brussels attack tweetBrussels gunman served prison time in Sweden Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21 Okt 202337min
INTERVIEW: Why didn't the Social Democrats fix Sweden's school segregation problems?
In this bonus episode of Sweden in Focus, we speak to the Social Democratic former education minister Anna Ekström about Nordic 'folk high schools', budget cuts to study associations, worsening segregation in Sweden's schools, why boys are underperforming, and whether Sweden needs more external grading.In Saturday’s episode, the former government minister talked about ‘folkbildning’ as a particularly Nordic approach to education. Here we continue the conversation as Anna Ekström talks about her roles within the ABF study association, the history of the wider folkbildning movement, and the challenges faced today by the Swedish education system. Host Paul O’Mahony is also joined by The Local’s James Savage and Becky Waterton.Here are links to some related stories, starting with Richard Orange‘s recent article on his own experience with the ABF study association:Why Sweden should protect its fantastic popular education organisationsBudget cuts to folkbildningSweden still ‘a land of possibilities’ for foreigners says finance ministerSchool segregation LISTEN: How can Sweden make its schools less segregated?ARCHIVE: What’s behind the rising inequality in Sweden’s schools, and can it be fixed? Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
18 Okt 202340min
Work permit holders appeal to Sweden to let them stay
In this week's episode: Foxtrot leader reportedly arrested in Iran, Swedish reaction to Israel-Hamsas war, and lots of reaction to Sweden's new pay threshold for work permits. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local’s James Savage and Becky Waterton, and this week’s guest, Sweden’s former education minister Anna Ekström, who also has a background as a labour law lawyer. Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:Gang crimeHow likely is it that Iran hands over Swedish gang leader Rawa Majid?Israel-Hamas warMalmö mayor slams celebrations of attack on IsraelForeign ministry to evacuate Swedes from Israel and PalestineWork permits‘We’re losing the life we built in Sweden’: Work permit holders dread uncertain futureAll The Local’s latest work permit storiesListeners in Sweden seeking support about mental health about can contact mental health awareness organization Mind or call Sweden’s national health hotline 1177 for help in English. Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14 Okt 202336min
Immigrant fears over work permit rules and Sweden moves towards more surveillance
In this week's episode: weak krona means less Nobel prize money, Sweden’s government plans more surveillance, what the future holds for Scandinavian Airlines, how work permit holders will be affected by a new salary threshold, how organised crime networks in Sweden are opening healthcare centres. Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local’s James Savage and Becky Waterton, and we also hear from criminologist Manne Gerell from Malmö University.SURVEY: Would you listen to more podcasts from The Local?Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:Foreign minister’s passportSwedish foreign minister misses Kyiv summit after forgetting passportNobel prize weekNobel Prize winners left short-changed by weak Swedish kronaSweden-based scientist becomes fifth woman to win Nobel Physics PrizeAll The Local’s latest Nobel prize storiesPlans for new police powersSwedish government to launch ‘rapid inquiry’ into increased surveillanceScandinavian AirlinesAir France-KLM to buy almost one fifth of SASWork permitsSweden to roll out new work permit minimum salary next monthHow Sweden’s new work permit salary threshold will work in practiceTell us: How will Sweden’s new salary threshold for work permits affect you?Gang fundingSwedish gang criminals ‘branching out into healthcare sector’ Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
7 Okt 202328min
Shocking week of gang violence, and why northern Sweden needs foreign workers
In this week's episode: Is Sweden underfunding schools and healthcare?; motorway mudslide; Turkey gives fresh impetus to Sweden's Nato bid; why northern Sweden needs foreign workers, and Prime Minister wants military help to crack down on gangs.This week host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local’s James Savage and Richard Orange, and we also hear from the Skellefteå-based journalist Paul Connolly.SURVEY: Would you listen to more podcasts from The Local?Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:Politics in SwedenWhy Sweden’s finance minister is willing to be unpopularLandslideIN NUMBERS: Sweden’s lucky escape as landslide causes huge motorway sinkholeSwedish motorway landslide: What happens next?Nato latest‘Not urgent’ for Sweden to join Nato, says Hungary’s Viktor OrbánTurkey agrees to approve Sweden’s Nato application in return for fighter jetsJobs in northern SwedenMeet the foreigners moving to northern Sweden to turn industry greenFive things I love about northern SwedenGang violenceSwedish prime minister seeks military help to crack down on gangsWho’s who in Sweden’s gang conflict?How could Sweden put an end to its deadly wave of gang crime? Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30 Sep 202336min
How will the budget affect you, and why is Sweden's gang violence escalating?
In this week's podcast we discuss: mushroom foraging tips, why Sweden's highest mountain is melting, how the new budget will affect you, and what are the underlying factors behind a vicious new wave of violence in Sweden's ongoing gang feuds? Host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local's Emma Löfgren and Richard Orange, as well as the Swedish crime reporter Katrin Krantz from the Expressen newspaper.SURVEY: Would you listen to more podcasts from The Local?Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:MushroomsHow to pick mushrooms in Sweden like you've been doing it all your lifeKebnekaiseHow I tamed Sweden's highest peakBudgetHow will the 2024 budget affect foreigners in Sweden?How Sweden's 2024 budget could affect your financesSweden's emissions to rise as budget relaxes green targets to fight inflationGang warsTimeline: Seven fatal shootings in ten days in SwedenSwedish police chief warns of 'unprecedented' wave of gang killings Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
23 Sep 202333min
King’s 50th jubilee, and must Swedish citizenship be ‘protected’?
In this week's episode: Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf celebrates 50 years on the throne, several countries block Swedish pork after swine fever outbreak, unemployment on the rise, and Migration Minister Maria Malmer Stenegard on why Swedish citizenship 'must be respected and protected'.This week host Paul O’Mahony is joined by The Local’s Emma Löfgren and Becky Waterton, and we also have an interview with Sweden’s migration minister, Maria Malmer Stenegard.Please take our survey: Would you listen to more podcasts from The Local?Here are links to some of the stories we discuss this week:QuizQUIZ: How much do you know about King Carl XVI Gustaf?How is Sweden celebrating the 50th anniversary of King Carl XVI Gustaf?Swine feverCountries block Swedish pork over swine fever outbreakUnemploymentEverything you need to know if you lose your job in SwedenEight predictions about the Swedish economy over the next few yearsCitizenshipWhat we know so far about Sweden’s new citizenship proposalMigration minister: ‘Swedish citizenship must be respected and protected to a greater extent’___PODCAST LISTENER OFFER: Become a member of The LocalSURVEY: Share your feedback on Sweden in Focus Become a member at https://www.thelocal.se/podcasts/podcast-offer?tpcc=padlock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
16 Sep 202331min
