Chapter 09

The welfare society

Tax-funded welfare. State, regions and municipalities have different roles.

Welfare aims to give everyone economic and social se…Taxes (income tax, VAT, employer fees) fund welfare.The state funds e.g. pensions, sickness insurance, c…

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What is the welfare society?

The welfare society is about giving everyone a secure life. This means access to health care, education and financial support when sick or unemployed. Sweden's welfare is mainly funded through taxes.

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What do taxes finance in the Swedish welfare state?

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