The Swedish Social Democrats are demanding that the government temporarily lower taxes on gasoline and diesel, according to reports from TT news agency. Party leader Magdalena Andersson and economic policy spokesperson Mikael Damberg are expected to announce this demand during a press conference. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson of the Moderate Party has reportedly indicated openness to reducing fuel taxes.
The development comes as both major political parties appear to be responding to concerns about fuel prices affecting Swedish consumers. The exact details of the proposed tax reduction and its duration were not specified in the initial reports.