ríkisrekstur
Ríkisrekstur refers to the organization and operation of a state’s public administration, including how political power is distributed, how decisions are taken, and how public services are delivered. In Icelandic usage, it covers the central government, local authorities, and the civil service.
The constitutional and legal framework provides the basis for ríkisrekstur. Iceland operates under a written constitution
Central government: The executive is headed by the Prime Minister and comprises ministers who lead ministries
Local government: Iceland is divided into autonomous municipalities (sveitarfélög) with elected councils responsible for local services
Contemporary aspects: Ríkisrekstur aims for efficiency, transparency, and accountability through modernization, digital government, inter-agency coordination, and