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The Swedish government has proposed a bill requiring migrants to adhere to an “honest living” – or face deportation.
The Independent reports that the centre-right Moderate Party, backed by the country’s anti-immigration Democrats, came into office in 2022 after vowing to implement strict immigration legislation.
Ahead of legislative elections in September, the government is introducing a wave of reforms across various areas, but are currently third, according to recent Politico polling.
Migration Minister Johan Forsell told reporters: “Following laws and rules is a given, but it must also be a given that we do our best to live responsibly and not harm our country.
“If, for example, you ignore paying your debts, if you don’t comply with decisions from Swedish authorities, if you cheat the benefits system, if you cheat your way to a Swedish residence permit… then you do not have the right to be here.”
The government stated that working without paying taxes or neglecting to pay fines would also make migrants liable for the new requirement.
If adopted, it would take effect by July 13 and enable authorities to withdraw residence permits of migrants.
