Elections in Finland

The elections use a system of proportional representation in multi-seat constituencies and allocate seats according to the D'Hondt method.

Finland has a multi-party system making it uncommon for a single party to achieve a majority in parliament.

As a result, Finnish governments are typically formed through coalition agreements involving multiple political parties.

[7] Political parties that won at least one seat in the previous parliamentary election are eligible to nominate a presidential candidate.

Alexander Stubb won in the second round receiving 51.62% of the votes, facing against independent candidate Pekka Haavisto.

Under Finland's parliamentary system the prime minister can ask the president to dissolve parliament at any time during its 4-year term, which would result in early elections.

[3] The D'Hondt method of proportional representation, used in Finland, encourages a multitude of political parties and has resulted in many coalition cabinets.

Unlike many countries, Finland does not impose a fixed nationwide electoral threshold.

A proportional representation system encourages a multitude of political parties and has resulted in many coalition cabinets.

The Premier of the Government of Åland, Lantråd, is appointed by the speaker of the Parliament, based on the vote in the parliamentary elections.

In addition, councils name committees (lautakunta) and a municipal executive board (kunnanhallitus).

The executive board prepares the bills and is responsible for the administration, finances and supervision of the interests of the municipality.

Unlike in central government, executive boards usually consist of all parties represented in the council; there is no opposition.

Proportionally, the biggest winner was the Green League, whose share of votes rose to 12.5% from 8.5% in 2012 municipal elections.

Citizens of Turku collected 15,000 names in one month for referendum against the underground car park.

Politicians with in the elections unknown financing from the parking company neglected the citizens opinion.

[11] According to International Association of Public Transport UITP parking places are among the most effective ways to promote private car use in the city.

The EU recommended actions cover develop guidance for concrete measures for the internalisation of external costs for car traffic also in urban areas.