Nominasjonsmøter

Nominasjonsmøter are crucial internal meetings within Norwegian political parties. Their primary purpose is to select candidates for various elected positions, most notably for municipal councils, county councils (until 2024), and parliamentary elections. These meetings are essential for the democratic functioning of the parties, ensuring a structured process for choosing who will represent them on the ballot.

The process typically begins with a call for nominations from party members within a specific constituency. Members can then propose candidates, or nominate themselves, for the positions to be filled. Following the initial nomination phase, a nominational committee often reviews the candidates, assessing their suitability and potentially conducting interviews. This committee then prepares a proposed list of candidates to be presented at the nominational meeting.

At the nominational meeting itself, party members gather to discuss the proposed candidates and vote on the final list. The specific rules and procedures for voting can vary slightly between different parties and local branches. Decisions are usually made by a majority vote. The outcome of the nominational meeting is a finalized list of candidates that the party will officially present to voters in the upcoming election. This process is vital for internal party democracy and for ensuring that candidates are selected through a broadly supported internal mechanism.