Östersund municipality is grappling with two significant issues affecting vulnerable residents, according to local media reports. The municipality has reportedly paid more than 3 million kronor in rent for apartments in buildings that have not yet been approved for occupancy. The problematic housing, located in Valla, was first permitted for tenants in autumn 2022, but since then, defects have been discovered ranging from ventilation issues to fire safety problems. At the Önevägen LSS housing facility, doors don't close properly, there are cracks in the walls, and last winter there was frost on the inside of windows.
Separately, more than 140 children in Östersund municipality waited over three months for approved support services from social services during 2025, with many waiting six months or longer. According to a report from the Health and Social Care Inspectorate (IVO), this highlights a serious nationwide problem. Increased reports, staff shortages, and lack of contact persons are cited as explanations for the delays.
It's going in the right direction, we've reduced by 30 cases in a year. But we take the situation very seriously.
Administrative manager Erik von Krusenstierna acknowledged the situation, stating, 'It's going in the right direction, we've reduced by 30 cases in a year. But we take the situation very seriously.' Both issues involve Linda Hedenljung, though her specific role in these matters is not detailed in the available reports.