Sweden’s center-right government has abandoned its proposal to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 15 to 13, following a lack of parliamentary support. Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer announced the decision on Thursday, citing insufficient backing for the controversial measure. The plan had faced significant opposition from various political parties and advocacy groups. While the original proposal aimed to address rising youth crime, critics raised concerns about its potential impact on vulnerable children. The government will now pursue alternative strategies to tackle juvenile delinquency. Further details regarding these new approaches have not yet been disclosed. This retreat marks a setback for the government’s initial efforts to overhaul the criminal justice system regarding minors.