Politicians' popularity among voters is higher this year than in the last election, according to SVT's exit poll (Valu). Sixty percent say they have a lot of confidence in Swedish politicians, but that is still well below the peak in 2010.
Swedish politicsThe Moderates consolidate their position as the largest party in the school election. Despite this, a clear leftward shift is visible. The Tidö parties’ previous advantage of 25 percentage points is reduced to just a few.
Swedish politicsThe opposition parties are set to win the election. Even though it is extremely close and votes are still to be counted, the Tidö parties will not regain the lead, according to mathematician Gustav Karreskog Rehbinder. Not impossible, but unlikely.
Swedish politicsThe balance of power appears to be holding in the country’s three largest municipalities, all of which are governed by red-green coalitions.
SwedenModerate leader Ulf Kristersson is not giving up hope of governing, even if the red-greens narrowly win. He intends to explore the possibilities for new cooperation with, among others, the Center Party.
Swedish politicsThe red-green parties' lead in SVT's poll has disappeared, and according to current forecasts the blocs are now completely level. It all comes down to this, and we are in a situation that is extremely difficult to assess, says political scientist Tommy Möller.
Swedish politicsWith 32.7 percent of the vote, the Moderates will be by far the largest party in the school election for the Riksdag in 2026. Other Tidö parties are falling sharply from the 2022 election, while S, V and MP are rising.
Swedish politicsOnly one mandate separates the blocs as votes continue to be counted on election night. It may be later this week before there are final election results. This will be a real nail-biter. This may remain uncertain until Wednesday, says KD leader Ebba Busch.
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