statsrådet

Statsrådet is a term used in several Nordic countries, most notably Sweden and Norway, to refer to a member of the government. In Sweden, the term "statsråd" is the official title for a minister. The cabinet, collectively known as the government, is composed of these statsråd. The head of government in Sweden is the Prime Minister (statsminister), who is not typically referred to as a "statsråd" in the same way as other ministers, although they do hold a ministerial position.

In Norway, the term "statsråd" also denotes a member of the government, equivalent to a minister. The Norwegian cabinet is led by the Prime Minister (statsminister) and comprises various ministers, each heading a specific government ministry. The term signifies a high-ranking political appointee responsible for overseeing a particular area of public administration. The collective body of these individuals forms the Norwegian government, responsible for advising the monarch and implementing policies. The use of "statsråd" emphasizes their role as counselors to the head of state and their executive authority.