Iceland

Constitution 1944 (1999)

Parliament
Government
Supreme Court

Constitutional Background

The world's oldest parliament was established in Iceland (The Althing, in 930). The country was ruled by Norway and Denmark, attaining independence in 1944.

History and News

17 June 1944: Independence from Denmark.
16 June 1944: Constitution adopted; in force since 17 June.
1874: Limited home rule granted to Iceland.
930: Establishment of the world's first parliament, the Althing.

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