Tag: Sigurður
Tunnels in East Iceland
Infrastructure Minister Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson is looking at how to prioritize tunnel construction in East Iceland. The Civil Defense is proposing a tunnel from Seyðisfjörður to Neskaupstaður in the first place, but according to the transport plan, the Fjarðarheiðar tunnel is next. The Justice Minister, Jón Gunnarsson, presented the contents of the Civil Defense memo […]
They want to build a tunnel between Iceland and Vestmannaeyjar
The Minister of Infrastructure, Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson, decided to set up a working group to assess the possibility of building a tunnel between Iceland and the island of Heymaey. Research will be conducted based on available scientific data and the latest information. This message was published on the website of the Ministry of Infrastructure. The […]
Changes are coming to the regulations regarding electric scooters
The Minister of Infrastructure Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson recently proposed a draft to amend the Road Traffic Act, which, among other things, changes the regulations for electric scooters. The popularity of these vehicles has increased enormously in recent years, and if changes are made, scooters will not be able to go faster than 25 kilometers per […]
An Icelandic victory at the Ironman competition in Barcelona
Last Sunday, the annual Ironman competition in Barcelona took place, which Sigurður Örn Ragnarsson from Breiðablik won in the general classification. It was the first time that the Icelandic participated in all of Ironman. To complete this demanding triathlon, you had to swim 3.8 kilometers in the sea near Calella, then cycle along the coast […]
Summer is coming!
In an interview with Fréttablaðið, meteorologist Sigurður Þ. Ragnarsson announced the late arrival of Icelandic summer. According to Sigurður, good weather is expected in the coming days in Iceland, which can last up to several weeks. “Summer is finally here,” said Sigurður Þ. Ragnarsson, better known as Storm Siggi, stated in yesterday’s interview with Fréttablaðið; […]
Amazing company of elves
On Tuesday, there was a candlelit walk up Álfaborg hill in Borgarfjörður Eystri in the eastern fjords. It is an annual event that has been organized for 20 years during Advent by the Primary School in Borgarfjörður. This year, during a candle walk, a fundraiser was also organized for the student travel fund. About 80 […]
Block sold out in two days. Difficult situation on the housing market
There is a shortage of apartments in many places. In some municipalities there are no apartments for sale at all, in others they are selling in record time. Experts agree that more needs to be built, but the impact of the epidemic could delay it significantly. There has been a major imbalance in the real […]
The proposal to transmit electricity via the submarine cable has not been accepted
Neither the prime minister nor the minister of transport agree with the idea of the former president of Iceland to lay a submarine electric cable to Europe. The use of energy in the country is a priority. – ADVERTISEMENT – Ólafur Ragnar GrímssonArctic Circle representative and former Icelandic president said Icelanders should consider laying a […]
Most want Katrín to remain as prime minister
Almost 58% of voters want Katrín Jakobsdóttir, leader of the Green Left Party, to become Iceland’s prime minister. This can be seen in the results of a new survey conducted by Maskín. No other party chairman has received such good support as the current Icelandic prime minister. The survey was conducted on September 27 – […]
Progress in coalition talks
Yesterday, talks continued between the leaders of the three political parties that have led the government since 2017. Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Bjarni Benediktsson and Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson are still not showing. After the announcement of the parliamentary election results (despite several lawsuits to recount the votes), it became clear that the current tripartite coalition government would […]
Icebergs have been observed north of Iceland
According to mbl.is, Raufarhöfn resident Sigurður Örn Óskarsson spotted two large icebergs north of Hraunhafnartangi na yesterday, reports mbl.is. He posted the above photo, taken with a smartphone, on his Facebook profile yesterday. The Icelandic Meteorological Institute first received reports of icebergs on Wednesday. One of them reaches the seabed while the other moves, albeit […]
Lots of weather-related emergency calls
Unfortunately, the weather forecast for the northwest of the north and west of the country has come true. Emergency calls began arriving in West Iceland and the Westfjords in the afternoon. The mountain roads in the Westfjords are mostly closed, as are the roads over Holtavörðuheiði and in many places on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. Just […]
Rare visitors in Iceland
It’s time of the year when birdwatchers and photographers keep their eyes peeled. This is because unusual birds appear on their migratory routes in Iceland. About 75 species of birds nest regularly on the island, but more than 400 species have been spotted here since the records were kept. Most of them are migrating birds […]
Rare visitors in Iceland
It’s time of the year when birdwatchers and photographers keep their eyes peeled. This is because unusual birds appear on their migratory routes in Iceland. About 75 species of birds nest regularly on the island, but more than 400 species have been spotted here since the records were kept. Most of them are migrating birds […]
The scrapie compensation trial is too long
The scrapie, which was confirmed at the Syðra-Skörðugil farm in Skagafjörður last Friday, is a big shock to everyone, according to Sigfús Inga Sigfússon, mayor of Skagafjörður Municipality. There are around 1,500 sheep on the farm, both adult and lamb, and these must now be disposed of in accordance with current legislation. Syðra-Skörðugil is located […]
Akureyri will be classified as a regional city
Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson, Minister of Transport and Local Government, received a report yesterday from a working group tasked with defining Akureyri’s regional role as an urban center outside the capital area. The main proposal of the working group is that Akureyri, along with its surrounding hinterland, should be classified in the regional policy of the […]
Kvöldgöngur – an evening walk about public art in Breiðholt
Listasafn Reykjavikur invites you to take a stroll through the Breiðholt district, during which walkers will discover the diverse collection of public art in Efra-Breiðholt. The walk will be led by the artist Lukas Bury. Start on August 19 at 20:00. The beginning of the walking route is at the Feather mural by artist Sara […]
Oil spill in Seyðisfjörður
According to Morgunblaðið, oil is leaking from the wreckage of the British tanker El Grillo, lying at the bottom of the Seyðisfjörður fjord in eastern Iceland. “This is the largest human-caused environmental accident in Iceland’s history,” says Hlynur Vestmar Oddsson, a canoeing tour guide from Seyðisfjörður who has monitored the spill in recent years. “The […]
The new terminal in Akureyri heralds a huge change in tourism
Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson, Minister of Transport and Communications, made a symbolic digging of the shovel for the construction of a new building with an area of 1100 m², which will be built at the current airport in Akureyri. In addition to the new terminal, the apron will be expanded, making the airport better equipped to […]
Will bus transport be offered to the eruption site?
Sigurður Guðjón Gíslason, head of the Hraun landowners association, told mbl.is that some of the parking fees charged near the eruption site in Fagradalsfjall in southwest Iceland will be used to finance improved access to the area. This would include building a better car park, installing toilets and offering regular bus connections to the top […]
Time to demolish the ruins of the building on Bræðraborgarstígur
It is depressing to look at the private belongings of those killed in the fire, says Astrid, who lives near the burned building. The shocking thing is that for over a year no one has cleaned and secured this place. Despite serious damage, the building is still standing, along with all its contents. “Every day […]
Volcano for sale
Landowners on which the volcano is currently erupting have stated that the property or parts of it are available at an appropriate price. Landowners say they have received offers to buy the land, but Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir says the new owners will not be able to restrict public access to the eruption site. The […]
The prime minister has announced a stricter border policy
Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Health Minister Svandís Svavarsdóttir, Justice Minister Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir, Finance Minister Bjarni Benediktsson and Transport Minister Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson attended the press conference that followed the government’s morning meeting on the recent surge in infections in the country. Among the topics discussed, the Prime Minister analyzed the national vaccination policy and […]
A new fissure has opened at the site of the volcanic eruption – the evacuated area
North of Geldingadalur, a new rift has opened, which is about 500 meters long. The area is being evacuated. The RÚV webcam was directed to the new fissure. Sigurður Bergmann, the chief security officer at Geldingadalur, says it’s clear that people are at risk there. The area is patrolled by Coast Guard helicopters. “We will […]
New rift at the eruption site – evacuated area
The new fracture appeared approximately 500 meters from the previous fractures at the Geldingadalur eruption site. This was confirmed in an interview with mbl.is, Einar Bessi Gestsson, a nature conservation specialist at the Meteorological Office. It was the pilots flying over the eruption site who were the first to notice the new fracture. Sigurður Bergmann, […]
Your Guide to Local Arte
Jesus Christ (a picture you might know from art history), there are a lot of new galleries in Reykjavík now, huh? It used to be easy to write a gallery guide for the city, but now this article is basically a list with a sentence or two about each. Hey, it’s at least better than […]
Lots of off-road tracks in the eruption area
In addition to the people walking to the eruption sites, many tried to get there by various types of vehicles. Please note that off-road driving is prohibited in Iceland. The title photo was taken in Merardal today. “We found clear traces of vehicles that were moving in this area” Says Sigurður Bergmann, chief ranger in […]
From Iceland – Whale carcass on Garðskagi pulled out to sea
The whale carcass that washed ashore on Garðskagi has been pulled back into the sea. Many had visited the carcass in the past week, despite the fact that police banners had tried to stop them. It was feared that the carcass would explode and probably upset some people in the area at that time. A […]
The probability of an eruption increases, the inhabitants of Grindavík are tired
While last night was fairly quiet in Reykjanes, earthquake seen, a magnitude 5.4 earthquake struck yesterday at 14:15 near Fagradalsfjall. People in nearby Grindavík are ending their patience with constant earthquakes and scientists believe the chances of an eruption increase. “Everyone was scared to death,” said Snædís Ósk Guðjónsdóttir from Grindavík RÚV of the earthquake […]
A monument to the first black settler in Iceland will be built
As reported by mbl.is, the Icelandic government has approved state funding for the statue of Hans Jónatan, believed to be the first black man to settle in Iceland. Djúpivogur Múlaþing County has been allocated ISK 3 million ($ 24,000 / € 20,000) to purchase the work of Frelsi, i.e. “Freedom” by Sigurður Guðmundsson. The monument […]
From Iceland – IT IS NOW! Print and friends talk about the beauty of printmaking and the virtual world
Published February 26, 2021 When the flicker of light appeared at the end of the pandemic tunnel, we sat down with the next generation of Icelandic artists to discuss the future. Conversations were free – some focused on the coming years, others reflected the understanding of the last few months, others still looked with wide […]
From Iceland – IT IS NOW! Sigurður Ámundason speaks to humanity together, a little horror and windmills
Published February 23, 2021 When the flicker of light appeared at the end of the pandemic, we sat down with the next generation of Icelandic artists to discuss the future. Conversations were free – some focused on the coming years, others reflected the understanding of recent months, others still looked with wide eyes at the […]
Helen Cova talks about her dark past
This is strange: eating oneself, literally, is not technically illegal in Iceland. Nor is it anywhere else – if you demand to be precise about it. But if you dive into the concept from a poetic standpoint, things get complicated. Soul destructive Venezuelan / Icelandic writer Helen Cova recently published a collection of short stories […]
The ministers go to Seyðisfjörður
Four members of the government are on their way to Seyðisfjörður. Mud avalanches destroyed at least 10 buildings in the city center, many of them were historic. No one was injured, but the situation led to the evacuation of residents. Some of them are yet to return to their homes, and Seyðisfjörður is still in […]
Zealand shows great food for 101
There has long been a definite separation between Reykjavík and the capital area. For some of us, the difference between municipalities in, well, Reykjavík. Others have 101 rats in the city center, 107 for hipster snobs, the suburbs in Grafarholt do not exist and Garðabær and Hafnarfjörður are rarely at the top of anyone’s list […]
Cheaper domestic flights
From now on, residents of rural areas and towns located far from the capital will be able to take advantage of cheaper flights to Reykjavik. photo: visir.is Minister of Transport and Local Government Sigurður Ingi Jóhannsson, introduced the idea at today’s meeting at Egilsstaðir airport. The project, called Loftbrú, aims to provide residents with up […]
The number of unemployed people in Reykjanesbær is increasing
About one fifth of Reykjanesbær’s population is currently unemployed. The Minister of Communications is considering building port facilities that could create hundreds of jobs. The commune authorities intend to respond to the situation by offering financial help to those in need. Kjartan Már Kjartansson / photo: visir.is The economy of Suðurnes has been hit hard […]
The Icelandic government screened for Coronavirus after the awakening of a group infection at the hotel
All Icelandic ministers – with the exception of Svandís Svavarsdóttir, Minister of Health, and Ásmundur Einar Daðason, Minister of Health – should be double-screened for the coronary heart virus and remain in isolation, announcement from the Prime Minister’s Office. The decision was made after it was revealed that some individuals staying at Hótel Rangá tested […]