Ekot’s reporter Katarina Helmerson follows members of parliament Anna Starbrink (L) and Leonid Yurkovskiy (SD) from the election until the formation of the government. Hear their description of the parties’ cooperation and how Starbrink, who was previously against SD cooperation, handles his new role.
That’s how the Tidö Agreement came about
After three days in a castle, moderate leader Ulf Kristersson is ready to present his government. But the road to the so-called Tidö Agreement has not been easy. The complicated relationship between the Sweden Democrats and the Liberals is in the spotlight during the formation of the government. Hear Gustav Gellerbrant (SD) about how difficult the situation was when the parties met at Tidö castle.
In the end, the parties agree to let the Liberals into the government. When the agreement is to be presented, it is Jimmie Åkesson who is the first of the party leaders to enter the waiting press assembly. For the first time, the Sweden Democrats have civil servants in the government office.
The documentary was made in November 2022.
Reporter Katarina Helmerson
Producer Ylva Lindgren