Mar 5 • 19:31 UTC 🇮🇸 Iceland Visir

This leads Viðreisn in Garðabær

Viðreisn has announced its candidate list for the upcoming municipal elections in Garðabær, led by Guðlaugur Kristmundsson.

The political party Viðreisn has officially unveiled its candidate list for the upcoming municipal elections in Garðabær, comprising key local figures. The announcement was made during the party's annual meeting held on March 4, 2026, at the community center of Stjarnan, where the leadership emphasized their commitment to local governance and community engagement. Guðlaugur Kristmundsson, who currently serves as a city councilor and is a former director of Viðreisn, takes the top position on the candidate list.

Following Kristmundsson are Harpa Þorsteinsdóttir, a substitute city councilor, and Jón Bjarni Steinsson, a lawyer, solidifying a strong roster of candidates enthusiastic about representing the community's interests. Additional candidates noted include Sigríður Þóra Ásgeirsdóttir, the director of Úlfatíma, and Hreiðar Þór Jónsson, former director of Datera, who occupy the fourth and fifth spots respectively. This selection reflects a strategy aimed at blending political experience with professional expertise to address local issues effectively.

As the elections approach, this list not only demonstrates the party’s strategic positioning within Garðabær but also highlights the growing significance of local politics in Iceland. The next steps will likely involve more formal presentations and community outreach initiatives by the candidates to engage voters ahead of the elections, promoting their platform and plans for the district.

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