The Tidö parties' decision to pause deportations of minors has received a positive response from the opposition in Sweden, particularly from the Social Democrats who have urged the government to listen more closely to the concerns raised by various stakeholders. Ida Karkianen, the migration policy spokesperson for the Social Democrats, expressed approval of the government's shift, marking it as a step in the right direction. However, there's a consensus in the opposition that the government needs to go further in reforming its immigration policies.

Niels Paarup-Petersen from the Center Party emphasized the importance of raising the age limit for when an individual is required to have their own residency permit from 18 to 21 years. This proposal reflects a growing concern among legislators regarding the welfare of young migrants and the need for a more humane approach to migration policies. Additionally, he called for the reinstatement of provisions allowing for particularly sympathetic considerations in residency applications, which have been seen as crucial in many cases.

Tony Haddou, migration policy spokesperson for the Left Party, suggested that the current proposals are a result of pressure from opposition parties and highlighted the necessity for young migrants to be aware that they can achieve permanent residency solutions. The pause on deportations may signal a shift in the government's handling of youth immigration issues, but for the opposition, the focus remains on ensuring that adequate protections and avenues for residency are maintained for vulnerable groups.