The electoral system in Sweden is based on proportional representation. As a result, the composition of political assemblies in Sweden reflects the composition and political views of the electorate.
There are three democratic levels in Sweden;
- Parliament - Riksdag (1)
- County councils - Landsting (21)
- Municipals councils - Kommun (290)
General Riksdag elections, together with county council and municipal assembly elections are held on the third Sunday in September every four years and the next election will be held on 19th September 2010.
Responsibilities
State: Foreign policy, police, higher education and research, labour market, social insurance and transfer payments.
County councils: Health care, dental care, support to cultural activities, public transport and regional development.
Municipalities: Social services, child care, schools, spatial planning and building, health and environmental protection, refuse collection and waste disposal, emergency and rescue services, water and sewerage, public transport.