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Glossary · Chapter 6: The role of the media

sekretess

Swedish word. In English: secrecy (confidentiality)

That a piece of information is secret and may not be disclosed.

Facts about the word

  • Official documents from authorities are public, and anyone has the right to see them unless they are secret, under confidentiality. Sverige i fokus s. 20
  • The principle of public access exists so that journalists can scrutinise politicians and others in power. Sverige i fokus s. 20
  • It is forbidden to spread information that could harm Sweden's security, for example secrets about the armed forces. Sverige i fokus s. 16

Page references are to UHR's study material Sverige i fokus.

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