The NKI score increased by one unit compared to the previous measurement. Halmstad ranks 14th among 23 comparable municipalities in the survey. In Halland county, Halmstad ranks third among six municipalities.
In specific service areas, the NKI for alcohol serving permits is 88, classified as 'very high', placing Halmstad fifth in its municipality group. The NKI for building permit processing is 63, classified as 'acceptable', an increase of three units from the previous measurement. The NKI for environmental and food areas are 75 and 76 respectively, both classified as 'high'. The building permit processing had a low NKI of 50 in 2022, after which intensive work began to improve accessibility and service.
During this term of office, we have really prioritized the business climate and improving service to the local business community. Change takes time, but now we see that the work is having an effect. It gives us the strength to step up and continue forward with high ambitions.
Stefan Pålsson, Chairman of the Municipal Council, said in a press release: "During this term of office, we have really prioritized the business climate and improving service to the local business community. Change takes time, but now we see that the work is having an effect. It gives us the strength to step up and continue forward with high ambitions." Karin Gjörtler, Head of the Building and Environment Administration, added: "We have made many changes but still have ongoing work to do regarding accessibility and efficiency in building permit matters. It takes time."
We have made many changes but still have ongoing work to do regarding accessibility and efficiency in building permit matters. It takes time.