Swedish inspection finds nearly all municipalities fail in child placement

A national inspection by Sweden's Health and Care Inspectorate (IVO) found that almost all municipalities fail in their work placing children and young people, indicating systemic deficiencies in child protection. The finding is based on a national review, though specific criteria and scope remain unclear. This matters as it signals a widespread institutional failure in Sweden's child welfare system, potentially prompting policy and oversight reforms.

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