The utility value system guarantees reasonable rents. It is a prerequisite for people to be able to afford to stay. A prerequisite for the wheels to continue spinning at the same high speed in the economy. It is simply good for the economy. What do the Moderates think about the utility value system? The Moderates' party leadership gives unclear messages :
"We do not advocate a system of market rents. In the new rent setting system, however, the normative role of the public good for all rents has been removed, which we believe provides a better prerequisite for a rent that is perceived as fair and reasonable by both tenant and landlord."
But ... the municipal representatives in the Moderate Party give a clear answer to the question of rent setting. A full 77% are in favor of market rents . The municipal representatives give an indication of where the party is headed. The Moderate Party is on the same path as always: Radically reduced public welfare and increased income distribution. Spiced up with a little market rents. All so that some people will have better conditions than others.
Does that sound sad? Downright unfair? You can read more about the Tenants' Association's work against market rents here.