Sweden moves to accelerate nuclear industry

March 6 2026 - nuclear revival bill proposes streamlined permitting and binding advance decisions on technical issues. Uranium mining and processing is also re-classified as nuclear activity, effectively removing mining from complex nuclear facility regulations. These policies will accelerate nuclear and uranium extraction for energy security. The bill is expected to pass in June.

It seems the current admin is focused on making nuclear and uranium their legacy before the September election.

https://www.nucnet.org/news/swedish-government-proposes-legislation-to-ease-rules-for-building-new-nuclear-plants-3-5-2026