For a few years now, security guards have been patrolling the streets and squares of Åmål.

The municipality hired security guards during evenings, weekend nights and at events to create increased security in the center, something that according to municipal councilor Michael Karlsson (S) worked well.

- It's an extremely temporary thing.

What we need to see is what causes the insecurity?

Is it an actual insecurity ?, says Michael Karlsson (S).

The Opposition Council wants to see more police officers

The Opposition Council in Åmål, Michael Karlsson (M) says instead that he would like to see more police officers on the streets and squares.

- I mean that it is properly understaffed on that front, he says.