Kristinn Jón Ólafsson, currently the first deputy city councilor for the Pirate Party in Reykjavík, has declared his intention to lead the party in the upcoming municipal elections. His announcement comes as fellow party member Alexandra Briem has also signaled her candidacy for the position. The Pirate Party's primary elections are set to take place electronically from February 26 to March 6, 2026.

In his candidacy announcement on Facebook, Kristinn emphasized the importance of progressive leadership for Reykjavík, stating, 'Reykjavík stands at a crossroads! We can continue our work towards building a progressive, green, and child-friendly city, or we can allow others to retreat to outdated solutions for contemporary challenges.' He highlights his decades of experience in enacting significant changes in inflexible environments, suggesting he is well-equipped to lead the party if elected.

Kristinn is encouraging supporters to join the Pirate Party to participate in the primaries, aiming to galvanize grassroots support within the party. His bid for leadership presents a moment of excitement and potential change within the party, inviting broader engagement from party members and the public in shaping the future of Reykjavík’s municipal governance.