In Reykjavík, eleven candidates are vying to secure positions on the ballot for the upcoming municipal elections as part of the Pirate Party's primary election. The primaries are set to begin tomorrow, with two candidates, Alexandra Briem and Kristinn Jón Ólafsson, competing for the top spot on the ticket, while others are pursuing the second to fifth places. The current leader, Alexandra Briem, seeks to remain in her position, while Kristinn, a deputy city council member, aims to lead the list, highlighting the competitive nature of the internal party election process.

The Pirate Party currently holds two seats in the city council but is facing challenges following the departure of Dóra Björt Guðjónsdóttir, the previous leader, who left to join the Social Democrats earlier this year. This transition is significant for the party as they prepare for the municipal elections scheduled this spring, testing their viability and public support in the region. The party must assure its voter base while presenting a united front during the primaries to maintain influence within the city council.

Voting in the primaries will take place from tomorrow until March 6, and interested participants had to register with the party by February 18. Candidates were required to submit their nominations by February 14, signaling the end of the preparation phase and the beginning of a crucial moment for the party as it positions itself for the upcoming elections.