Regína Ásvaldsdóttir, the mayor of Mosfellsbær, has declared her decision not to seek reappointment in her current role. Instead, she has decided to run for a seventh position on the Left-Green Movement’s list for the upcoming municipal elections in Reykjavik. This shift marks a significant change in her political trajectory, as she previously served as the mayor of Akraness before her current term in Mosfellsbær.

The Left-Green Movement is gearing up for the municipal elections scheduled for May, and the list for candidates was officially approved at a meeting of the party's council. The announcement of the candidate list reveals a strategic mix of experienced politicians and new entrants to the political arena, aiming to balance continuity with fresh perspectives. Notably, prominent figures such as Ingibjörg Sólrún Gísladóttir and former mayor Dagur B. Eggertsson have secured honorific spots on the list alongside new candidates.

This list not only highlights the political dynamics within the Left-Green Movement but also reflects the changing landscape of local governance in Iceland. The involvement of relatively new candidates in the top positions indicates the party’s intention to rejuvenate its image and connect with the electorate. As the elections approach, the strategies and outcomes of this selection will be closely watched, particularly in relation to voter response to the mix of seasoned politicians and newcomers.