A Neoliberal Media Welfare State? The Swedish Media System in Transformation

The concept of the Media Welfare State describes Nordic specificity in how media are organised and they serve a lively inclusive democracy. This article engages dialogue regards to contention that this system has persisted midst rapid social change. We synthesise previous research documented changes policy Sweden, covering last three decades, show ways which Swedish undergone significant transformations. use is becoming more polarised connected class. state retreating from its involvement policy; consequently, press public service facing unprecedented challenges. Finally, “consensual” relation between companies state, said be typical for welfare no longer characterises market. While some features remain current best characterised as neoliberal state. discusses tensions conflicts existing model possible future developments.