Birgir Ármannsson, lögmaður og fyrrverandi forseti Alþingis, segir óraunhæft að tala um mögulegar aðildarviðræður Íslands við Evrópusambandið sem einhvers konar könnunarviðræður.

A majority of members of Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament, are in favor of legalizing the sale of alcohol through domestic online stores.

Twenty-three individuals, including five former members of parliament, have applied for the position of mayor in Grindavik, Iceland.

The Icelandic Parliament, Alþingi, passed a total of 18 bills into law on its last working day before the summer recess, including both government and opposition proposals.

As of next year, Icelanders traveling outside the European Economic Area (EEA) will no longer be insured against accident or illness costs, following changes to health insurance laws approved by Alþingi last week.

A bill proposed by the Independence Party to abolish stamp duty on individual housing purchases was rejected by the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) today.

Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament, has approved changes to the country's framework plan for land protection and utilization, adding three new energy projects to the utilization category and two to a waiting category.

The Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) approves a proposal to appoint a five-member executive committee to prepare celebrations for the 1100-year anniversary of Alþingi, with initial discussions estimating the cost at 800 million ISK.

Fourteen matters are on the agenda for the parliamentary session starting at 10:30 AM in Alþingi. The session will begin with an unprepared question time, followed by votes on the fate and progress of nine parliamentary matters, including a parliamentary resolution on the financial plan.

Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir reiterated her strong protest against 'unnatural interference' during a session in Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament.

MP Bergþór Ólason of the Centre Party reiterated his position in Alþingi (Parliament) that the artwork by Spanish artist Santiago Sierra, located in front of the Parliament building, should be removed.

Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir, a member of parliament for the Independence Party and former minister, has returned to work at Althingi on Wednesday, June 3rd, after nearly a year-long leave of absence.

Aukaþingfundur verður á Alþingi í dag þar sem þingsályktunartillaga um þjóðaratkvæði um ESB-viðræður er á dagskrá. Dagurinn var áður ætlaður til nefndastarfa, sem færast þess í stað yfir á laugardag.

A portrait of Unnur Brá Konráðsdóttir, the former Speaker of the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi), painted by artist Stephen Lárus Stephen, was unveiled at Alþingi. The event was attended by Konráðsdóttir, her family, the artist, the current Speaker, and other officials.

A parliamentary proposal to hold a referendum on resuming European Union accession negotiations has advanced in Iceland's Alþingi, sparking renewed political disagreement over the country’s relationship with the EU.

The Icelandic parliament, Alþingi, has recessed until May 20th, following its last session before the local elections scheduled for May 16th.

A power outage occurred in the Smiðja hall of the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) during a session, prompting Minister of Education and Children's Affairs Inga Sæland to remark, "Now this is getting romantic."

Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir's appointment as ambassador followed a statutory process, including a competency assessment, and she bid farewell to Alþingi today after the announcement.

Iceland's Minister of Justice, Þorbjörg Sigríður Gunnlaugsdóttir, is reviewing the conditions for granting citizenship and expressed concerns regarding the current implementation process by Alþingi (Parliament).

The Icelandic Progressive Party (Framsóknarflokkurinn) is in a "complete crisis," according to a political science professor, with a new Gallup poll indicating the party would not win any seats in Alþingi if elections were held now.

Nanna Margrét Gunnlaugsdóttir, an Icelandic MP, criticized the government in Alþingi for its 'annoying habit' of constantly finding ways to rationalize the truth or outright deceive.

The Icelandic government has approved a bill from the Minister of Culture, Innovation, and Higher Education to amend the penalty framework of copyright law, which will now be submitted to Alþingi.

Iceland's Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, Daði Már Kristófersson, quoted former U.S. President Dwight Eisenhower during a speech in the Alþingi (Parliament).

A proposal to postpone Iceland’s planned referendum on continuing European Union accession talks has been put forward by the leader of the Independence Party. Speaking in the Alþingi, RÚV reports that Guðrún Hafsteinsdóttir said she would seek to move the vote from 29 August to 17 October. What’s the Story? Proposal by Independence Party leader… The post Independence Party Proposes Delay to EU Referendum appeared first on Iceland Review.

Stefán Þórarinsson has demanded that the Speaker of the Icelandic Parliament or its Presidium investigate whether MPs Lilja Rafney Magnúsdóttir and Sigurjón Þórðarson committed a breach of trust in connection with the Grásleppufrumvarpið (Capelin Bill).

Umræðu um þingsályktunartillögu stjórnarinnar um þjóðaratkvæðagreiðslu um aðildarviðræður við Evrópusambandbið verður haldið áfram á Alþingi í dag. Þingfundur hefst klukkan hálft tvö.

The Icelandic parliament (Alþingi) has approved a bill by Infrastructure Minister Eyjólfur Ármannsson to amend taxi laws, reintroducing the 'station duty' system and increasing oversight of taxi operations.

The parliamentary group of the Independence Party has hired Brynjar Níelsson, a former member of parliament, as a staff member. His name appears on the list of parliamentary group staff on the Alþingi website.

Grindvíkingar sem hafa flutt lögheimili frá sveitarfélaginu en vilja kjósa þar í sveitarstjórnarkosningum geta nú skráð sig til þess á vef Þjóðskrár. Alþingi samþykkti á dögunum bráðabirgðaákvæði í…

Icelandic nature conservation organizations assert that the decision to cease whaling can only be made by the Icelandic nation through its parliament (Alþingi) and government.

The Icelandic Parliament, Alþingi, recently approved a bill from the Minister of Finance that introduces significant changes to the legal framework governing the investment powers of pension funds. These amendments aim to update and modify the regulations for how pension funds can invest their assets.

An infrastructure company in Iceland has been officially named, following the approval of relevant legislation by Alþingi last month.

Iceland's Alþingi has approved legislation requiring students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) to pay full tuition fees at public universities starting from the 2027–2028 academic year.

The Icelandic parliament (Alþingi) has approved a bill proposed by the Minister of Environment, Energy, and Climate, Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson. The legislation aims to simplify regulations and increase efficiency in health and pollution control, taking effect on January 1, 2027.

The Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) has approved stricter conditions for residence permits for foreign students, requiring them to regularly demonstrate academic progress and limiting family reunification, through amendments to laws on foreigners and foreign employment rights.

A parliamentary resolution regarding the celebrations for the 1100th anniversary of the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) in 2030 was approved today, with the festival projected to cost over 800 million Icelandic Króna.

Iceland's parliament, Alþingi, has approved a fiscal plan for 2027-2031, outlining the government's economic priorities and aiming to balance the budget by 2027.

Residents of Grindavik, Iceland, staged a protest outside the Althingi (Parliament House) to voice their concerns and demands regarding the ongoing volcanic activity and its impact on their town.

The President of the Icelandic Parliament, Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir, drew attention to problems with the clock at the podium during an unprepared question time.

The Icelandic parliament, Alþingi, is debating the national transport plan, with discussions focusing on widespread promises of new tunnels. A member of the Independence Party, Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson, noted that major issues are not being addressed.

A Model NATO conference for young people will be held at the Icelandic Parliament this autumn, where participants will assume the roles of NATO member state representatives and respond to a simulated international emergency.

Members of the Centre Party are expressing dissatisfaction with Hildur's decision, indicating that parliamentary proceedings cannot conclude without an agreement with the Centre Party.

A national referendum is being discussed today in the Alþingi, Iceland's parliament. The details of the discussion were not immediately available.

The second debate on a national referendum concerning the continuation of Iceland's EU accession talks has been scheduled for tomorrow's parliamentary session in Alþingi. It will be the sole agenda item apart from an unscheduled question time.

Iceland's Competition Authority will send letters to fuel companies next week, requesting information related to new legislation passed by Alþingi for a temporary reduction in VAT from 24% to 11%.

Árni Helgason has taken a seat in the Alþingi, the Icelandic Parliament, following the resignation of Þórdís Kolbrún Reykfjörð Gylfadóttir, becoming a full member after starting as a substitute.

The Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) today adopted new epidemic prevention laws, drafted in response to weaknesses identified during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure clearer decision-making and better balance.

The Icelandic Minister of Finance presented the government's five-year financial plan to Alþingi, stating it is the foundation for lower interest rates and improved living standards. The debate is scheduled to last two days.

The canteen at the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) is receiving widespread praise for its subsidized lunch, which offers affordable meals to staff and members.

The Icelandic government has approved a media bill, proposed by Minister Logi Einarsson, for submission to Alþingi, following revisions made after public consultations.

Iceland's Minister of Finance, Daði Már Kristófersson, was the sole target of all five unscheduled questions from MPs in Alþingi, despite other ministers being present, indicating significant scrutiny over a Central Bank decision.

A debate erupted in the Alþingi, the Icelandic Parliament, earlier this evening regarding a proposal to extend the parliamentary session, with one member, Sigríður, feeling personally attacked during the exchange.

Daði Már Kristófersson, Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, has submitted a bill to Alþingi for the establishment of a state-owned infrastructure company.

Iceland's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister hold differing views on the required parliamentary majority to resume accession talks with the European Union.

Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir faced strong criticism from the opposition in Alþingi, accused of bypassing the nation and parliament and violating parliamentary rules.

The Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) has approved a bill to revoke the capelin quota, meaning that capelin fishing in the next fishing year will revert to being based on fishing days rather than a quota system.

The parliamentary session began today with words of remembrance for Davíð Oddsson, former editor of Morgunblaðið and Prime Minister.

Centre Party MP Karl Gauti Hjaltason has raised concerns in Alþingi about the doubling of organized crime groups in Iceland since 2017, advocating for stronger measures to combat the issue.

The Icelandic Equestrian Association is calling on authorities to reconsider funding for riding trails, stating that a lack of financial resources threatens the safety of riders. They argue that inaction would be a failure by Alþingi to thousands of equestrians.

The minority of the Budget Committee has yet to receive answers regarding the allocation of over 40 billion krónur, which the government claims was spent on defense-related projects.

Twenty-four individuals have applied for the position of mayor in Suðurnesjabær, Iceland, with the list including several experienced former municipal leaders and members of parliament.

Icelandic public universities will begin charging full tuition fees for students residing outside the EEA area starting next year, a move approved by Alþingi, with the Rector of the University of Iceland anticipating a significant drop in applications.

Iceland's Alþingi concluded its 157th legislative session on June 19, with Speaker Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir adjourning the final sitting after the parliament passed 105 laws.

A bill by Ragnar Þór Ingólfsson, Minister of Social and Housing Affairs, was approved by Alþingi, increasing state contributions for the construction of non-profit rental housing to up to 23 percent of the construction cost.

Iceland's parliament, the Alþingi, has passed legislation to reduce the maximum period for receiving unemployment benefits from 30 months to 24 months.

The Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) is likely to conclude its work on Friday, with party leaders confirming an agreement has been reached regarding the adjournment of the session.

A 'pink craze' has reportedly taken over the Icelandic Parliament, Alþingi, with discussions and observations focusing on who wore the most pink. The article humorously questions which individual was the 'pinkest.'

The term 'eldhúsdegi' (kitchen day) is used in Iceland to describe general political discussions held in Alþingi (parliament) in the spring, originating from the idiom of tidying up kitchen cupboards.

Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir has announced her departure from the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi). She was seen off with hugs and kisses, with discussions also focusing on the importance of involving young politicians.

A mysterious 'secret room' in Iceland's Parliament building has garnered attention following an unexpected government meeting held there to declassify documents related to EU accession talks.

The Icelandic Coastal Fishing Association has lodged formal complaints with the Althingi Ombudsman and the EFTA Surveillance Authority (ESA). These complaints concern issues related to coastal fishing regulations.

Resuming Iceland's accession negotiations with the European Union could take up to two years and cost an estimated ISK 1.9 billion, according to a majority opinion from Alþingi’s Foreign Affairs Committee.

Snorri Másson has called on the Icelandic Parliament to take its responsibilities seriously and thoroughly review the process of granting citizenship, citing the case of Rita Didriksen who was denied citizenship.

The newly elected 52nd National Assembly of Bulgaria has convened for its inaugural session. This marks the beginning of a new parliamentary term for the country.

The Presiding Committee of the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) has proposed forming a five-member executive committee to prepare for the celebration of Alþingi's 1100th anniversary in 2030.

Jóhann Páll Jóhannsson, Iceland's Minister of Environment, Energy, and Climate, has returned to his duties in Alþingi following a period of parental leave.

Several leaders and mayors in the capital region of Iceland have expressed surprise and criticism regarding Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir's "play" at the start of her party's municipal election campaign, calling her promises irresponsible.

Finnur Aðalbjörnsson, owner of the Forest Lagoon (Skógarböðin) in North Iceland, has strongly criticized the proposed rise in value-added tax on Iceland’s bathing facilities, warning it could place greater financial pressure on local visitors.

Comments made by Þorgerður regarding the EU have become a central topic of discussion in the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi) today.

Daði Már Kristófersson, Iceland's Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs, quoted former US President Dwight Eisenhower during a speech in Alþingi (Parliament) today.

Icelandic MP Guðlaugur Þór Þórðarson reacted strongly to comments made by Minister of Education and Children's Affairs Inga Sæland in Alþingi (Parliament) earlier today, leading to a heated exchange.

Former Icelandic minister Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson has returned to Alþingi (Parliament) today after a sick leave that began in December, following heart surgery. His substitute MP, Grétar Mar Jónsson, has stepped down.

Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir, President of the Icelandic Parliament (Alþingi), had to quiet down MPs during a session as Ólafur Adolfsson debated the President's conduct.

The Central Bank of Iceland has raised serious objections to a proposed bill that aims to link compensation payments to the wage index, as detailed in a memo sent to the Alþingi Welfare Committee.