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Iceland Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn: Latest polls, election results and positions

Election Trend
24.7 %
+5.3 since the last election
Last Election
19.4 %
Election 2024 · 14 Seats
3-Month Trend
+0.1
Three months ago: 24.6 %
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Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn at a glance

Independence Party EPP
Flag of Iceland Iceland Conservative Eurosceptic Founded 1929

The Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn (Independence Party) is a right-conservative and liberal-conservative political party in Iceland. As the country's historically dominant force, it combines the pursuit of individual freedom with a strong commitment to national sovereignty and market economy principles.

Values and Ideology
The party's foundation rests on the 'Principle of Freedom with Responsibility.' It upholds the belief that individuals are the architects of their own fortune and is wary of an overreaching state apparatus. Its worldview is shaped by the overarching conviction that Iceland, as an island nation, must preserve its independence, especially from supranational entities like the EU. It blends economic liberalism with a conservative appreciation for national traditions and institutions.

Political Priorities
The party's agenda consistently champions low taxes, deregulation, and the promotion of entrepreneurship. It positions itself as a staunch advocate for the private sector and the middle class. A key point of contention is its fisheries policy: the party vigorously defends the existing quota system and strictly opposes EU accession to safeguard control over domestic resources. Its policies appeal to both urban economic stakeholders and traditional rural voter groups.

Role in the Political System
Strategically, the party operates as Iceland's natural 'governing party.' It is deeply entrenched in state institutions, serving as a stabilizing anchor for the conservative bloc. Its relationship with the rule of law is characterized by a commitment to upholding the status quo and defending the constitutional order. In coalitions, it typically assumes the leading role, leveraging its strategic influence to curb the expansion of the welfare state in favor of market-based solutions.

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Political Alignment
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Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn: Key issues and ideological profile

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Main topics of Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn:: Economy (Core Topic), Social Affairs (Important Topic), Migration (Important Topic), Environment (Minor Topic), Society (Minor Topic)
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Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn: What does the party stand for? Positions compared

Position 2024

Economy & State

Should income and wealth be redistributed? Tends to reject stronger redistribution and emphasizes personal responsibility. Stance
How should the state manage its available budget? Strictly prioritizes debt reduction and tax cuts. Stance
Should the local economy be protected? Represents a balanced position between trade and protection. Stance

Society & Values

What is more important: freedom or security? Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom. Stance
Should the equality of women be promoted? Supports measures to promote equality. Stance
Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced? Largely supports equality. Stance
Should same-sex marriage be allowed? Fully supports same-sex marriage. Stance
What role should religions play in politics? Advocates for strict separation of religion and state. Stance
Should policy focus on urban or rural areas? Prioritizes rural regions and their development. Stance

Environment & Globalization

What is more important: environmental protection or economy? Prioritizes economic growth over ecological goals. Stance
What is more important: climate protection or economy? Seeks a balance between climate and economic goals. Stance

Migration & Integration

How should immigration policy be regulated? Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions. Stance
How should immigrant integration be shaped? Emphasizes cultural adaptation of immigrants. Stance
Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights? Considers equal rights sufficient. Stance
What role should nation-states play? Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty. Stance

Democracy & Institutions

How should power be distributed? Holds a neutral stance on power distribution. Stance
How independent should the judiciary be? Views some cooperation between government and judiciary as acceptable. Stance
How should the state be organized: centralized or federal? Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions. Stance
Positions of Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn: Should income and wealth be redistributed? Tends to reject stronger redistribution and emphasizes personal responsibility. How should the state manage its available budget? Strictly prioritizes debt reduction and tax cuts. Should the local economy be protected? Represents a balanced position between trade and protection. What is more important: freedom or security? Prioritizes security over unrestricted freedom. Should the equality of women be promoted? Supports measures to promote equality. Should LGBTQ+ equality be advanced? Largely supports equality. Should same-sex marriage be allowed? Fully supports same-sex marriage. What role should religions play in politics? Advocates for strict separation of religion and state. Should policy focus on urban or rural areas? Prioritizes rural regions and their development. What is more important: environmental protection or economy? Prioritizes economic growth over ecological goals. What is more important: climate protection or economy? Seeks a balance between climate and economic goals. How should immigration policy be regulated? Prefers restrictive immigration with clear conditions. How should immigrant integration be shaped? Emphasizes cultural adaptation of immigrants. Should ethnic minorities be granted more rights? Considers equal rights sufficient. What role should nation-states play? Emphasizes national interests and sovereignty. How should power be distributed? Holds a neutral stance on power distribution. How independent should the judiciary be? Views some cooperation between government and judiciary as acceptable. How should the state be organized: centralized or federal? Advocates for a balanced distribution of power between the center and regions.
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Market
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Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn: Election results in Iceland since 1945

2024 30 November 2024 Worst result Vote share 19.4 % -5.0 Seats 14 -2 2021 25 September 2021 Vote share 24.4 % -0.8 Seats 16 ±0 2017 28 October 2017 Vote share 25.2 % -3.0 Seats 16 -5 2016 29 October 2016 Vote share 28.2 % +1.5 Seats 21 +2 2013 27 April 2013 Vote share 26.7 % +3.0 Seats 19 +3 2009 25 April 2009 Vote share 23.7 % -12.9 Seats 16 -9 2007 12 May 2007 Vote share 36.6 % +2.9 Seats 25 +3 2003 10 May 2003 Vote share 33.7 % -7.0 Seats 22 -4 1999 8 May 1999 Vote share 40.7 % +3.6 Seats 26 +1 1995 8 April 1995 Vote share 37.1 % -1.5 Seats 25 -1 1991 20 April 1991 Vote share 38.6 % +11.4 Seats 26 +8 1987 25 April 1987 Vote share 27.2 % -11.5 Seats 18 -5 1983 23 April 1983 Vote share 38.7 % +3.3 Seats 23 +2 1979 3 December 1979 Vote share 35.4 % +2.7 Seats 21 +1 1978 25 June 1978 Vote share 32.7 % -10.0 Seats 20 -5 1974 30 June 1974 Best result Vote share 42.7 % +6.5 Seats 25 +3 1971 13 June 1971 Vote share 36.2 % -1.3 Seats 22 -1 1967 11 June 1967 Vote share 37.5 % -3.9 Seats 23 -1 1963 9 June 1963 Vote share 41.4 % +1.7 Seats 24 ±0 1959 26 October 1959 Vote share 39.7 % -2.8 Seats 24 +4 1959 28 June 1959 Vote share 42.5 % +0.1 Seats 20 +1 1956 24 June 1956 Vote share 42.4 % +5.3 Seats 19 -2 1953 28 June 1953 Vote share 37.1 % -2.4 Seats 21 +2 1949 24 October 1949 Vote share 39.5 % ±0.0 Seats 19 -1 1946 30 June 1946 Vote share 39.5 % Seats 20
Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn: Election results in Iceland since 1945 1946: 39.5 %, 1949: 39.5 %, 1953: 37.1 %, 1956: 42.4 %, 1959: 42.5 %, 1959: 39.7 %, 1963: 41.4 %, 1967: 37.5 %, 1971: 36.2 %, 1974: 42.7 %, 1978: 32.7 %, 1979: 35.4 %, 1983: 38.7 %, 1987: 27.2 %, 1991: 38.6 %, 1995: 37.1 %, 1999: 40.7 %, 2003: 33.7 %, 2007: 36.6 %, 2009: 23.7 %, 2013: 26.7 %, 2016: 28.2 %, 2017: 25.2 %, 2021: 24.4 %, 2024: 19.4 %

All elections since 1945 in which Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn participated. Click a row to see election details.

Result of the Parliamentary election 2024 Historical election results at a glance
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Sjálfstæðisflokkurinn in government: the record since 1945

1946 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 Today
Led government Involved in government Not in government
Time in government
69 years • 5 months • 3 weeks • 6 days
Share since 1946
80 %
Cabinets led
18

44 years • 7 months • 1 week • 3 days

Coalition involvements
9

24 years • 10 months • 2 weeks • 3 days

Bjarni Benediktsson Benediktsson II 9 April 2024 – 21 December 2024 · 8 months 12 days
37 of 63 seats
Bjarni Benediktsson Benediktsson B 11 January 2017 – 1 December 2017 · 10 months 20 days
25 of 63 seats
Geir Haarde Haarde II 24 May 2007 – 25 April 2009 · 1 year 11 months
43 of 63 seats
Geir Haarde Haarde I 15 June 2006 – 24 May 2007 · 11 months 9 days
34 of 63 seats
Davíð Oddsson Oddsson IV 23 May 2003 – 15 September 2004 · 1 year 3 months
34 of 63 seats
Davíð Oddsson Oddsson III 28 May 1999 – 23 May 2003 · 3 years 11 months
38 of 63 seats
Davíð Oddsson Oddsson II 23 April 1995 – 7 June 1999 · 4 years 1 month
40 of 63 seats
Davíð Oddsson Oddsson I 30 April 1991 – 13 April 1995 · 3 years 11 months
36 of 63 seats
Gunnar Thoroddsen Thoroddsen 8 February 1980 – 26 May 1983 · 3 years 3 months
49 of 60 seats
Geir Hallgrímsson Hallgrimsson 28 August 1974 – 1 September 1978 · 4 years 4 days
42 of 60 seats
Bjarni Benediktsson Benediktsson A I 14 November 1963 – 11 June 1967 · 3 years 6 months
32 of 60 seats
Ólafur Thors Thors VII 9 June 1963 – 14 November 1963 · 5 months 5 days
32 of 60 seats
Ólafur Thors Thors VI 20 November 1959 – 9 June 1963 · 3 years 6 months
33 of 60 seats
Thors V 11 September 1953 – 24 July 1956 · 2 years 10 months
37 of 52 seats
Steinthorsson 14 March 1950 – 11 September 1953 · 3 years 5 months
36 of 52 seats
Thors IV 6 December 1949 – 14 March 1950 · 3 months 8 days
19 of 52 seats
Stefansson 4 February 1947 – 6 December 1949 · 2 years 10 months
42 of 52 seats
Thors III 30 June 1946 – 4 February 1947 · 7 months 5 days
39 of 52 seats
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