Iceland's Independence Party secured significant victories in the recent local elections, gaining a clear majority in Kópavogur and performing strongly in Reykjavík and other municipalities. The results reshaped local councils across the country.
Björg Magnúsdóttir, the leader of Viðreisn in the city, described waking up on election day after weeks of campaigning as surreal, expressing pride in her fight and anticipation for the results.
A recent poll indicates a tight race in the city, suggesting that a right-wing majority could be formed even without the Viðreisn party. The survey highlights the narrow margins between political factions.
An opinion article from Iceland describes supporters of the Reform Party ("Viðreisnarbottar") as causing disruption by attacking opponents of the EU and Vélfag, while actively praising Reform Party ministers.
Jón Ingi Hákonarson, former leader of Viðreisn in Hafnarfjörður, has declared his support for the Independence Party in the upcoming local elections, stating it's the first time he's voted for them.
Jón Gnarr, a member of parliament for Viðreisn, was entitled to payment from the Icelandic National Broadcasting Service (RÚV) for his appearance on 'Vikan með Gísla Marteini' in March but never sent an invoice for the payment.
Þórdís Lóa Þórhallsdóttir, the outgoing leader of Viðreisn in Reykjavík City Council, has accepted an offer to become the municipal manager in Þingeyjarsveit after the local elections.
The Icelandic political party Viðreisn (Reform Party) will field a list of candidates for the first time in the upcoming municipal elections in Akranes, with their list approved today.
Project manager Heiðrún Kristmundsdóttir will lead the new list for the Viðreisn party in Árborg, a decision confirmed at a party meeting in Árnessýsla.
Leaders from the Social Democratic Alliance, Independence Party, and Viðreisn in Reykjavík met to discuss the city's operations and key issues. Their discussions come two months before the upcoming local elections, where they presented their visions for the city.
A new list for the Viðreisn party was approved by applause at their general meeting in Suðurnesjum yesterday evening, with Arnar Páll set to lead the party in Reykjanesbær.
The Icelandic Reform Party (Viðreisn) has announced its candidate list for the upcoming Reykjavík municipal elections, with media personality Björg Magnúsdóttir leading the list.
The chairman of the Viðreisn party's Reykjavík board has been suspended and reported to the police for allegedly embezzling 4-5 million Icelandic króna from party funds.
The Icelandic Reform Party (Viðreisn) has approved its candidate list for the upcoming municipal elections in May and will be running for the first time in Ísafjarðarbær.
Lovísa Oktovía Eyvindsdóttir, a political scientist and substitute MP, has been confirmed as the lead candidate for the Reform Party (Viðreisn) in Akureyri for the upcoming municipal elections.
Fake user accounts, seemingly using artificial intelligence, are reportedly disrupting political discourse in Iceland by defending or praising the Viðreisn party, which has condemned the activity.
Bots have become active in the online comment sections of the Icelandic political party Viðreisn. These bots are reportedly using deceptive tactics, including profiles featuring images of "normal suburban dads," which has been described as "very scary."
Poets aligned with the Viðreisn party are reportedly attacking opponents of the EU and advocates for Vélfag, while strongly praising Viðreisn ministers. This has caused a stir.
Björg Magnúsdóttir, the leader of Viðreisn in Reykjavík, has strongly criticized the Social Democratic Alliance (Samfylkingin) on Facebook, accusing them of mismanaging the city's kindergartens.
Icelandic Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir hosted a pizza party for the leaders of the People's Party and Viðreisn, celebrating the start of summer.
Þórdís Lóa Þórhallsdóttir, who served as the leader of Viðreisn in the Reykjavík City Council for the past eight years, will be the mayoral candidate for the L-list of progress in Þingeyjarsveit in the upcoming local elections.
Icelandic Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir stated that her party, Viðreisn (Reform Party), acts as a counterbalance to extremism and special interest groups, criticizing those who claim the system is broken and advocate for its dismantling.
Natan Kolbeinsson, former chairman of the Viðreisn party in Reykjavík, announced he has entered treatment at Vogur after being accused of embezzling funds from the party earlier this month.
Guðrún Hafsteinsdóttir criticized the Icelandic government's economic policy and plans for EU accession talks during a party council meeting of the Independence Party.
Ásdís Kristjánsdóttir, Mayor of Kópavogur, has dismissed minority criticism regarding the development of a cultural center in Smáralind as cheap politics. She also accused the leader of Viðreisn in Kópavogur of misrepresenting facts in the media.
A joint electoral list for the upcoming municipal elections in Seltjarnarnes, Iceland, was introduced, comprising the Social Democratic Alliance, Viðreisn, and independents, with Kristinn Ólafsson leading the list as the mayoral candidate.
Lawyer María Ellen Steingrímsdóttir will lead the Viðreisn party's list in Kópavogur for the upcoming municipal elections, with Pétur Björgvin Sv in second place.
Natan Kolbeinsson, who served as chairman of Viðreisn (Reform Party) in Reykjavík until Sunday, has been reported to the police for allegedly embezzling funds from the party's coffers.
Gylfi Ólafsson will lead the Viðreisn party's list in Ísafjarðarbær for the upcoming municipal elections, marking the first time the party has run in the area.
"We are doubling our support in the city, which is very positive for Viðreisn. The night is young and I'm just excited," says Þorvaldur Davíð Kristjánsson, who is ranked 3rd.
Kristín A. Árnadóttir, a former ambassador and candidate for the Viðreisn party in Reykjavík, has stated that she does not intend to vote for the party she is representing.
Political leaders in Reykjavík engaged in a heated debate, with demands for loyalty being made towards the Reform Party (Viðreisn). The discussions included a leader being unable to answer a specific question, indicating internal political tensions.
Karólína Helga Símonardóttir, leader of Viðreisn in Hafnarfjörður, criticizes the approach to housing development in the municipality, arguing that insufficient emphasis has been placed on building affordable housing for young people.
An Icelandic MP from Viðreisn stated that an information request from Althingi's Foreign Affairs Committee regarding a vote on continuing EU accession talks was rejected because it was neither in line with parliamentary rules nor considered normal.
The Icelandic political party Viðreisn (Reform Party) has unveiled its election priorities at Klambratún. A party representative, Björg, expressed confidence in their ability to "turn things around."
Icelandic MP Grímur Grímsson of the Viðreisn party questioned the implications of rejecting the foreign minister's parliamentary resolution on continuing EU accession talks.
Structural engineer and bridge designer Jón Guðni Guðmundsson will lead the Viðreisn party's first list for the upcoming local elections in Akranes, Iceland.
Iceland's Reform Party (Viðreisn) has confirmed its candidate list for the upcoming municipal elections in Árborg on May 16, marking the first time the party has fielded candidates in the area.
María Rut Kristinsdóttir, an Icelandic MP from the Viðreisn party, emphasizes the urgent need for the country to address both the opportunities and potential dangers presented by artificial intelligence across all sectors. She warns against complacency, stating that action must be taken immediately.
The Viðreisn (Reform) party has approved its first list of candidates for the upcoming municipal elections in Reykjanesbær, Iceland, marking the first time the party will run in the municipality, with Arnar Páll Guðmundsson leading the list.
Lilja Dögg Alfreðsdóttir, leader of the Progressive Party, believes the Icelandic government's priorities are wrong for the nation. Meanwhile, the Independence Party is the largest in Reykjanesbær according to a new Gallup poll, indicating the current majority has fallen.
Guðlaugur Kristmundsson, a city councilor and former executive director of the Reform Party (Viðreisn), has been named the party's lead candidate for the upcoming municipal elections in Garðabær, Iceland.
The Icelandic Viðreisn (Reform) party has publicly announced its candidate list for Hafnarfjörður, led by Karólína Helga Símonardóttir, at a well-attended party meeting.
Berglind Guðmundsdóttir discusses her unexpected path into politics, which began when she attended a preparatory meeting for the Viðreisn party's campaign, initially thinking it was a party.
Gylfi Þór Þorsteinsson, a division manager at the Icelandic Red Cross, has been named the lead candidate for Viðreisn in the upcoming municipal elections in Mosfellsbær.