Competition
We combat cartels and intervene against private and public participants who abuse their position in the market.
Public Procurement
We work for an effective public procurement to the benefit of the society and the participants in the markets.
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International cooperation on competition issues is increasingly important. The Swedish Competition Authority has regular contact with competition authorities in other countries, particularly within Europe.
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More than half of municipalities examined have revealed shortcomings in how they motivate the decision not to divide contracts into lots so that more SMEs can submit bids. According to the procurement regulations, the decision not to subdivide larger procurements must be justified, but the law is often not followed.
Local requirements from municipalities during constructions, problems finding buildable land and a lack of competition in parts of the construction material industry; these are some of the factors that contribute to competition within housing construction being weaker than it ought to be. This is according to a new report from the Swedish Competition Authority carried out on behalf of the government.
Demand for veterinary care has increased substantially in recent years. Better possibilities for comparing animal insurance could lead to holding down costs for animal owners. That is indicated in a new report from the Swedish Competition Authority that proposes, among other things, amending the Consumer Services Act so that animals also are included.
Many municipalities and public authorities have altered their working methods after the Swedish Competition Authority has launched an investigation regarding possible breaches of the rules on anti-competitive sales activities by public entities. This is the conclusion of a new report from the Swedish Competition Authority.
Where food originates and health trends are decisive factors in what food consumers buy. Consumers place a high value on Swedish produce, although competition from imported food remains high. These are the conclusions of a report delivered to the Swedish Government by the Swedish Competition Authority.
