During Wednesday's regional council meeting, the budget for next year, developed by the Moderate Party (M), Christian Democrats (KD), and Sweden Democrats (SD), was approved.

After a hard-fought debate, M, KD, and SD succeeded in passing their budget.

The ruling parties have indicated that a significant portion of the region's reserves will be needed in 2025, 2026, and 2027 to reverse the current economic trend.

Christina Mattisson (S) criticized the approved budget, while Sophia Ahlin (M) emphasized the importance of achieving long-term economic balance.