Fylkesinndeling

Fylkesinndeling refers to the administrative division of Norway into counties, known as fylker. This system was introduced in 2020, replacing the previous system of counties (fylker) and municipalities (kommuner). The new system aims to simplify the administrative structure and reduce the number of local governments.

The fylkesinndeling consists of 11 counties, each with its own county council and county governor. The counties are further divided into municipalities, which are responsible for local services such as education, social services, and waste management. The number of municipalities has been reduced from 428 to 356, with some municipalities being merged to form larger units.

The new system was implemented to improve efficiency and reduce administrative costs. It also aims to provide a more streamlined and effective governance structure. The fylkesinndeling has been met with mixed reactions, with some praising the simplification and others expressing concerns about the potential loss of local autonomy and services.

The counties are named after their largest city or town, with the exception of Oslo, which is both a county and a municipality. The counties are:

1. Oslo

2. Akershus

3. Østfold

4. Buskerud

5. Vestfold

6. Telemark

7. Agder

8. Vestland

9. Trøndelag

10. Nordland

11. Troms og Finnmark

The fylkesinndeling is a significant change in Norway's administrative structure, and its long-term impact remains to be seen. However, it is clear that the new system aims to provide a more efficient and effective governance structure for the country.