Sweden 2022 General Election
Swedish general election held September 2022. Ulf Kristersson later formed a right-of-centre government.
Sweden 2022 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in Sweden.
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Office at stake
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Winner profile
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Election Result
Clear outcome summary for this recorded election.
The right-of-centre bloc won a narrow parliamentary majority, allowing Kristersson to form a government backed by the Sweden Democrats.
At a Glance
The Sweden 2022 General Election took place in 2022 in Sweden. The election determined who would hold the office of Riksdag.
Ulf Kristersson won the election. Voter turnout was reported at 84.2%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Magdalena Andersson and Ulf Kristersson.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2022
- Country
- Sweden
- Office Contested
- Riksdag
- Winner
- Ulf Kristersson
- Turnout
- 84.2%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
The right-of-centre bloc won a narrow parliamentary majority, allowing Kristersson to form a government backed by the Sweden Democrats.
Quick Facts
- Won by Ulf Kristersson
- Voter turnout: 84.2%
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2022
- office contested
- Riksdag
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Sweden
Constitutional monarchy in Northern Europe. Known for its welfare state model and multi-party parliamentary system.
Magdalena Andersson
Leader of the Swedish Social Democrats. Prime Minister of Sweden 2021-2022 and former Minister of Finance.
Ulf Kristersson
Prime Minister of Sweden since 2022. Leader of the Moderate Party.
Prime Minister of Sweden
Head of government of Sweden. Appointed by the Speaker of the Riksdag after parliamentary elections.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- The Sweden 2022 General Election was won by Ulf Kristersson. Ulf Kristersson ran as the candidate of Moderate-led right bloc.
- Who came second in the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- The runner-up in the Sweden 2022 General Election was Magdalena Andersson. The contest between Ulf Kristersson and Magdalena Andersson defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the Sweden 2022 General Election was 84.2%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the Sweden 2022 General Election take place?
- The Sweden 2022 General Election took place in 2022. Electoral timing in Sweden is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- The Sweden 2022 General Election determined who would hold the office of Riksdag. The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- The Sweden 2022 General Election was held in Sweden. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the Sweden 2022 General Election, including Magdalena Andersson, Ulf Kristersson. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the Sweden 2022 General Election?
- The right-of-centre bloc won a narrow parliamentary majority, allowing Kristersson to form a government backed by the Sweden Democrats.
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Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- Graph-backed
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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