The Left Party reports Busch to the Constitutional Committee for the Finnish power cable
The Left Party in Sweden has reported Energy Minister Ebba Busch to the Constitutional Committee over the government's approval of the Aurora Line power connection between Sweden and Finland, citing a dramatic increase in electricity prices following its implementation.
The Left Party (Vänsterpartiet) in Sweden has submitted a report to the Constitutional Committee (KU) against Energy Minister Ebba Busch, in response to the government's decision to approve the Aurora Line. This power line connects the northern electricity grid of Sweden with Finland, and its approval has raised concerns regarding its impact on electricity prices in Sweden. Since the line's activation in November, electricity prices in northern Sweden have surged significantly, raising alarm among consumers and political opponents alike.
The party's report specifically highlights that electricity prices in January rose approximately 300 percent compared to the same period in 2025, prompting inquiries about the government's oversight and decision-making processes. Energy market analysts have pointed to the new line as a contributing factor for this price spike, which has led the Left Party to call for greater scrutiny into how the decision was reached and what analyses were conducted regarding its potential consequences on electricity pricing.
Nooshi Dadgostar, a prominent member of the Left Party, expressed the need for accountability from Minister Busch, questioning her awareness of the price implications before the cable's approval. This situation reflects broader tensions in Swedish energy politics, where decision-making on infrastructure projects must balance regional energy needs and the economic realities faced by consumers, creating an environment ripe for political disagreement and scrutiny.