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Roma International Day

On April 8, it is the Roma International Day. The day is celebrated in commemoration of the First International Roma Congress in London 1971, wich marked the beginning of a co-ordinated effort to promote Roma rights at an international level. Minister for Integration, Erik Ullenhag, who also has responsibility for national minorities, sends his greetings to Sweden's Roma population.

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Mona Sahlin nominated for the post of new Director-General of the ILO

The Swedish Government has nominated Mona Sahlin as its candidate for the post of Director-General of the International Labour Organization (ILO). The nomination is highly welcomed by the Swedish social partners and the Nordic countries.

Three women in dark clothes along with the Minister for Employment, Hillevi Engström The Inquiry submitted their report to the Minister for Employment, Hillevi Engström Photo: the Government Offices

Introduction of new Act on complementary actors to protect personal privacy of individuals

At present, the Personal Data Act, along with procured agreements, regulate the way complementary actors process data about individuals and companies. The Inquiry into personal data processing in the area of labour market policy and its supervision proposes introducing an Act on complementary actors.

Senior citizens in labour force
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The Ministry of Employment, Sweden


Brief information of areas of responsibility and organization of the Ministry of Employment, Sweden.
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Pocket facts 2010 - statistics on integration


A statistical breakdown of the differences and similarities between native-born and foreign-born persons.

Swedish statutes in translation


Labour Legislation

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Ministry of Employment work Mäster Samuelsgatan 70 postal SE-103 33 Stockholm Office work +46 8 405 10 00
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