Sweden’s ruling Social Democrats divided on decision to join Nato

Women's wing calls to remain militarily non-aligned' before Sweden and Finland decide on membership

The first signs of a backlash to a possible Swedish application to join Nato have emerged within the ruling Social Democrats, at the start of a critical month in which Sweden and neighbouring Finland are expected to move rapidly towards a decision.

Sweden is due to publish a security policy assessment report by 13 May, two-weeks earlier than planned, which will involve representatives of all parties in Sweden's parliament, the Riksdag.