In a recent forecast from mid-October, the country’s regions are bracing for even greater economic challenges next year, with SKR expecting a deficit of 24 billion. In response to this troubling prediction, the Left Party has announced a committee initiative for an extra amending budget in the Riksdag’s finance committee.
At a press conference on Wednesday morning, Left Party leader Nooshi Dadgostar and the party’s economic policy spokesperson Ali Esbati presented the initiative, citing the urgent need for additional funding for healthcare.
According to the Left Party, the country’s financial situation is much more dire than what the government’s budget currently accounts for. As a result, they are calling for new funds to be allocated for healthcare as early as this spring. With the increasing economic challenges faced by the country’s regions, the Left Party’s proposal aims to address the pressing issues and provide much-needed support for healthcare services.
As the debate over the country’s economic outlook continues, the Left Party’s initiative signals a proactive approach to addressing the impending deficit and its potential impact on essential services. The proposal is expected to prompt further discussions and considerations within the Riksdag’s finance committee as the country navigates through these challenging economic times.