Region Västerbotten


Region Västerbotten, formerly known as Västerbotten County Council, is the regional council for Västerbotten County, Sweden. The Region is primarily responsible for healthcare and public transport but also oversees regional development and culture.
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Formation

On 1 January 2019, Västerbotten County Council merged with the regional federation and certain business support functions from the county administrative board, forming Region Västerbotten.

Responsibilities

Healthcare

Region Västerbotten is responsible for providing healthcare services in Västerbotten County, including specialised care for northern Sweden and national specialist care for brachial plexus injuries.

Hospitals

The region operates health centres across all municipalities. Some centres also function as local hospitals with inpatient care.

Public transport

Region Västerbotten manages public transport in the county through Länstrafiken i Västerbotten, which operates bus and rail services in cooperation with other northern regions.

Regional development

The Region is responsible for economic growth, infrastructure, tourism, digitalisation, education, and cultural initiatives.

Education and research

Region Västerbotten collaborates with Umeå University on medical research and innovation. It also operates Vindeln Folk High School and Storuman Folk High School.

Politics

Region Västerbotten is governed by the Regional Council, with the Regional Executive Board handling executive matters.

Municipalities