pressfriheten
Pressfriheten, or freedom of the press, is the right of journalists and media outlets to seek, publish, and disseminate information without censorship or prior restraint by the state, and to inform the public about matters of interest and accountability.
In Sweden, press freedom is safeguarded by two constitutional laws: the Freedom of the Press Act (Tryckfrihetsförordningen),
Media across print, broadcast, and online platforms are protected; censorship and prior restraint are generally forbidden.
Press freedom strengthens democracy by enabling scrutiny of public authorities, informing public debate, and safeguarding pluralism.
Challenges remain, including safety risks for journalists, economic pressures on media organizations, and the evolving impact