The Riksdag approved new cultural policy objectives in 2009.
Culture is to be a dynamic, challenging and independent force
based on the freedom of expression. Everyone is to have the
opportunity to participate in cultural life. Creativity,
diversity and artistic quality are to be integral parts of
society's development. The objective of media policy is to
support freedom of expression, diversity, the independence and
accessibility of the media, and to counteract harmful elements
in the media. Media policy covers radio, TV, daily press and
film, among other things. State support for sport is based on a
child rights perspective and aims to support activities that
help to develop the interest of children and young people in
physical exercise and sport, enable everyone to engage in sport
and physical exercise, and to actively combat doping in sport.
The "Boost for Sport" initiative amounts to SEK 500 million
annually and aims to create new opportunities for Swedish sport
to develop its activities on its own terms