Swedish inquiry weighs ending secrecy between authorities
The review will test broader data sharing between authorities and, in some cases, private actors, with final findings due in 2029.
Sweden has opened a review of whether authorities should be able to exchange far more personal and financial information. It will also examine when confidential data could be passed to private actors to prevent crime.
The government announced the inquiry on 9 September. Its stated aim is to make public administration more effective and strengthen work against fraud, improper payments and criminal activity.
Under Directive 2026:104, the investigator must assess the advantages and disadvantages of removing secrecy protection for information about individuals' personal and financial circumstances when authorities share it.
No secrecy rule has been removed. The inquiry must decide whether a change should be made, consider possible secrecy-breaking provisions and submit any necessary legislative proposals. The government appointed Göran Lundahl to lead the work.
The part concerning data exchange between authorities and private actors is due by 15 December 2027. The full inquiry is due by 15 June 2029.
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