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  • Guðmundur Ari Sigurjónsson
    CapitalCapital
    Iceland[Lower]Social Democratic AllianceMember of the Althing

    Guðmundur Ari Sigurjónsson

    Guðmundur Ari Sigurjónsson is an Icelandic politician and member of the Althing, representing the Southwest constituency since November 2024. Before his parliamentary career, he served as a municipal councilor in Seltjarnarnes and held leadership roles within the Social Democratic Alliance, including chairman of the party's executive committee. His professional background includes work as a social worker, project manager in the youth and sports sectors, and as a senior adviser at the Icelandic Centre for Research.

    Born1988-09-12 · 37 years old

    Birth placeIceland

    EducationUniversity of Iceland, Valhúsaskóli, Fjölbrautaskólinn við Ármúla, Verkmenntaskóli Austurlands, Fjölbrautaskólinn í Breiðholti

    CareerSocial worker, project manager at community and youth centers, project manager at the Football Association of Iceland, senior adviser at the Icelandic Centre for Research, assistant and part-time teacher at the University of Iceland

  • Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir
    CapitalCapital
    Iceland[Lower]Independence PartyMember of the Althing

    Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir

    Rósa Guðbjartsdóttir is an Icelandic politician and political scientist who serves as a member of the Althing following her election in 2024. Before entering national parliament, she had a distinguished career in local government, serving on the Hafnarfjörður municipal council since 2006 and as the mayor of Hafnarfjörður from 2018 to 2025. Earlier in her career, she worked as a reporter for Stöð 2 and Bylgjan and served as the executive director of the Children with Cancer Support Association. She holds a degree in political science from the University of Iceland.

    Born1965-11-29 · 60 years old

    Birth placeHafnarfjörður, Iceland

    EducationFlensborg School, University of Iceland

    CareerReporter for Stöð 2 and Bylgjan, Executive director of the Children with Cancer Support Association

  • CapitalGarðabær
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsIndependence PartyMayor of Garðabær

    Almar Guðmundsson

    Almar Guðmundsson is an Icelandic politician currently serving as the Mayor of Garðabær, a position he assumed in June 2022 following the local government elections. An economist by training, he holds an MBA from the London Business School and has been active in local politics since 2014, having served on the Garðabær town council and various municipal committees. In July 2026, he was appointed as the chair of the Association of Icelandic Municipalities. He is married to Guðrún Zoega, and they have five children.

    Born1972-05-03 · 54 years old

    EducationUniversity of Iceland, London Business School

    CareerEconomist

  • CapitalHafnarfjörður
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsMayor of Hafnarfjörður

    Valdimar Víðisson

    Valdimar Víðisson is an Icelandic politician and civil engineer who served as the Mayor of Hafnarfjörður from 2025 to 2026. Prior to his mayoral tenure, he was elected to the Hafnarfjörður town council in May 2022, where he served as the chairman of the town board. He holds a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering from the University of Iceland and an MBA from Reykjavík University. His professional background includes experience in civil engineering and municipal administration.

    Born1965

    Birth placeHafnarfjörður, Iceland

    EducationUniversity of Iceland (B.Sc. in Civil Engineering); Reykjavík University (MBA)

    CareerCivil Engineer

  • CapitalKópavogur
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsIndependence PartyMayor of Kópavogur

    Ásdís Kristjánsdóttir

    Ásdís Kristjánsdóttir is an Icelandic politician currently serving as the Mayor of Kópavogur, a position she has held since June 2022. Before entering municipal politics, she had a distinguished career in economics, serving as the Head of the Economic Division at Business Iceland and as Chief Economist and Head of the Research Department at Arion Bank. As mayor, she has focused on local governance and municipal management, advocating for the efficiency of mid-sized municipalities and overseeing the town's administrative and budgetary affairs.

    Born1978

    CareerHead of the Economic Division at Business Iceland, Chief Economist and Head of the Research Department at Arion Bank

  • CapitalMosfellsbær
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsMayor of Mosfellsbær

    Regína Ásvaldsdóttir

    Regína Ásvaldsdóttir is an Icelandic public administrator and the current Mayor of Mosfellsbær, serving for the 2022–2026 term. With extensive experience in municipal management, she previously served as the Director of the Department of Welfare for Reykjavík City from 2017 to 2022 and as the Mayor of Akraneskaupstaður between 2013 and 2017. Her career also includes roles as the Executive Director of Festa, a center for corporate social responsibility, and as the Director of the Office of the Mayor in Reykjavík. She is recognized for her long-standing commitment to local government operations and community development in Iceland.

    CareerDirector of the Department of Welfare for Reykjavík City; Mayor of Akraneskaupstaður; Executive Director of Festa; Director of the Office of the Mayor in Reykjavík

  • CapitalReykjavík
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsIndependence PartyMayor of Reykjavík

    Hildur Björnsdóttir

    Hildur Björnsdóttir is an Icelandic politician serving as the Mayor of Reykjavík since June 2026. A member of the Independence Party, she previously served as a member of the Reykjavík City Council starting in 2018, where she held various committee roles. Educated in law and political science, she has been a prominent figure in local politics, advocating for administrative efficiency, tax reduction, and housing market development. Before her political career, she worked as a lawyer and served as the chair of the Student Council at the University of Iceland.

    Born1986-06-11 · 40 years old

    Birth placeSan Francisco, California, United States

    EducationUniversity of Iceland

    CareerLawyer, political scientist, writer for Fréttablaðið

  • Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir
    CapitalReykjavík North
    Iceland[Lower]Independence PartyMember of the Althing

    Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir

    Áslaug Arna Sigurbjörnsdóttir is an Icelandic politician and lawyer who has served as a member of the Althing since 2016. A member of the Independence Party, she previously held cabinet positions as Minister of Justice and Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation. Before her parliamentary career, she worked as a journalist, police officer, and legal intern. She is recognized for her academic focus on democratic governance and has been active in party leadership, including serving as the Secretary of the Independence Party from 2015 to 2019.

    Born1990-11-30 · 35 years old

    Birth placeReykjavík, Iceland

    EducationUniversity of Iceland (Bachelor of Laws, Master of Laws)

    CareerReporter for Morgunblaðið, police officer, legal intern, fisherwoman

  • Diljá Mist Einarsdóttir
    CapitalReykjavík North
    Iceland[Lower]Independence PartyMember of the Althing

    Diljá Mist Einarsdóttir

    Diljá Mist Einarsdóttir is an Icelandic politician and lawyer who has served as a member of the Althing for the Independence Party since 2021. Representing the Reykjavík North constituency, she currently chairs the Economic and Trade Committee. Before entering parliament, she worked as a legal representative and served as an assistant to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, focusing on development cooperation and international environmental law. She has been active in the Independence Party since her youth, holding various roles within the party's youth wing and local councils.

    Born1987-12-21 · 38 years old

    EducationIcelandic School of Business, University of Iceland

    CareerLawyer, Assistant to the Minister of Foreign Affairs

  • CapitalSeltjarnarnes
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsIndependence PartyMayor of Seltjarnarnes

    Þór Sigurgeirsson

    Þór Sigurgeirsson is an Icelandic politician currently serving as the Mayor of Seltjarnarnes. He assumed office on June 9, 2022, following his confirmation by the town council for the 2022–2026 term. A member of the Independence Party, he previously led the party's list in local elections. Before entering his current role, he worked in sales and marketing. As mayor, he has focused on local infrastructure projects, including the development of emergency response facilities and the management of municipal services in the town.

    EducationSales and marketing

    CareerSales and marketing professional

  • Bryndís Haraldsdóttir
    CapitalSouthwest constituency
    Iceland[Lower]Independence PartyMember of the Althing

    Bryndís Haraldsdóttir

    Bryndís Haraldsdóttir is an Icelandic politician serving as a member of the Althing, representing the Southwest constituency. A member of the Independence Party, she holds significant leadership roles within the parliament, including serving as the chair of the Judicial Affairs and Education Committee. In addition to her domestic legislative duties, she has been active in international parliamentary cooperation, notably serving as the 25th president of the West Nordic Council. Her career reflects a focus on judicial and educational policy within the Icelandic political landscape.

    Born1976

    EducationTechnical University of Iceland

    CareerPresident of the Nordic Council

  • Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson
    CapitalSouthwest constituency
    Iceland[Lower]People's PartyMember of the Althing

    Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson

    Guðmundur Ingi Kristinsson is an Icelandic politician representing the People's Party in the Althing. Born in Reykjavík in 1955, he has served as a member of the Icelandic parliament for the Southwest constituency since 2017. In addition to his legislative duties, he served as the Minister of Education and Children's Affairs from March 2025 until his resignation in January 2026 due to health concerns. He remains an active member of the Althing.

    Born1955-07-14 · 71 years old

    Birth placeReykjavík, Iceland

    CareerMember of the Althing

  • Sigmar Guðmundsson
    CapitalSouthwest constituency
    Iceland[Lower]Reform PartyMember of the Althing

    Sigmar Guðmundsson

    Sigmar Guðmundsson is an Icelandic politician and former media personality who has served as a member of the Althing for the Southwest constituency since 2021. Before entering politics, he enjoyed a prominent 30-year career in broadcasting, working extensively for the Icelandic National Broadcasting Service (RÚV) as a journalist, interviewer, and program host. He is a member of the Reform Party (Viðreisn) and transitioned to parliamentary service following his long tenure in the media industry.

    Born1969-04-07 · 57 years old

    EducationFjölbrautaskólinn í Garðabæ

    CareerJournalist, radio host, television presenter

  • Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir
    CapitalSouthwest Constituency
    Iceland[Lower]Social Democratic AllianceSpeaker of the Althing

    Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir

    Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir is an Icelandic politician who has served as the Speaker of the Althing since 2025. A member of the Social Democratic Alliance, she has represented the Southwest constituency in the Icelandic parliament across multiple terms, having previously served as the Minister for the Environment and Natural Resources from 2007 to 2009. Her career includes extensive work with the Red Cross and various parliamentary committees, including roles in foreign affairs and constitutional oversight. She holds degrees in political science and international politics from the University of Iceland and Johns Hopkins University.

    Born1965-11-22 · 60 years old

    Birth placeIceland

    EducationUniversity of Iceland, Johns Hopkins University

    CareerRed Cross information officer, journalist for Morgunblaðið, board member of Landsvirkjun

  • Eastern RegionFjarðabyggð
    IcelandGovernors & MayorsMayor of Fjarðabyggð

    Jóna Árný Þórðardóttir

    Jóna Árný Þórðardottir

    Jóna Árný Þórðardóttir is an Icelandic politician and administrator currently serving as the Mayor of Fjarðabyggð. She assumed office on April 1, 2023, and was reappointed for the 2026–2030 term. A state-authorized public accountant by profession, she possesses extensive experience in management, finance, and development, having previously worked as a consultant at KPMG and as the managing director of Austurbrú. Her career reflects a strong focus on regional development and sustainability in East Iceland.

    Birth placeNorðfjörður, Iceland

    EducationBusiness Management

    CareerAuditor, consultant at KPMG, managing director of Austurbrú

  • Inga Sæland
    IcelandReykjavík South
    IcelandCabinetPeople's PartyMinister of Social Affairs and Housing

    Inga Sæland

    Inga Sæland is an Icelandic politician and the founder and leader of the People's Party. Born in Ólafsfjörður, she has served as a member of the Althing since 2017 and currently holds the position of Minister of Education and Children's Affairs. Known for her populist political stance, she advocates for disability rights and poverty reduction while maintaining conservative views on immigration. Before entering politics, she studied law and political science at the University of Iceland and participated in the Icelandic version of The X Factor.

    Born1959-08-03 · 66 years old

    Birth placeÓlafsfjörður, Iceland

    EducationUniversity of Iceland

    CareerLawyer, singer

  • Jón Gnarr
    IcelandReykjavík South
    Iceland[Lower]Reform PartyMember of the Althing

    Jón Gnarr

    Jón Gnarr is an Icelandic politician, actor, and comedian currently serving as a member of the Althing for the Reform Party. He first gained national prominence as a satirical political figure, founding the Best Party and serving as the Mayor of Reykjavík from 2010 to 2014. His political career is characterized by a focus on individual freedom, transparency, and a rejection of traditional establishment politics. Before entering public office, he was a well-known performer and writer in Icelandic media.

    Born1967-01-02 · 59 years old

    Birth placeReykjavík, Iceland

    EducationIceland University of the Arts

    CareerActor, comedian, radio host, creative writer, taxi driver

  • Ásthildur Lóa Þórsdóttir
    Iceland
    IcelandCabinetPeople's PartyMinister of Education and Children's Affairs

    Ásthildur Lóa Þórsdóttir

    Ásthildur Lóa Þórsdóttir is an Icelandic politician who has served as a member of the Althing since 2021, representing the People's Party. Born in 1966, she worked as a teacher for much of her career after graduating from the Iceland College of Education in 1994. In late 2024, she was appointed Minister of Education and Children's Affairs, but she resigned from this cabinet position in March 2025 following public disclosure of a past sexual relationship with a minor during her youth.

    Born1966-11-20 · 59 years old

    Birth placeIceland

    EducationReykjavik Women's Gymnasium, Iceland College of Education, University of Iceland

    CareerTeacher, Christian youth leader

  • Eiríkur Björn Björgvinsson
    Iceland
    Iceland[Lower]Reform PartyMember of the Althing

    Eiríkur Björn Björgvinsson

    Eiríkur Björn Björgvinsson is an Icelandic politician who was elected to the Althing in the 2024 Icelandic parliamentary election. Prior to his national legislative career, he served as the mayor of Akureyri from 2010 to 2018 and as the mayor of Fljótsdalshérað from 2002 to 2010. His earlier professional background includes roles as a youth and sports representative in Egilsstaðabær and Akureyri. Eiríkur holds a degree in physical education and a diploma in management, reflecting his extensive experience in public administration and local governance.

    Born1966-09-06 · 59 years old

    EducationFjölbrautskólinn at Ármúli, Icelandic School of Physical Education, German Sport University Cologne, Icelandic University of Education

    CareerMayor of Akureyri, Mayor of Fljótsdalshérað, youth and sports representative

  • Grímur Grímsson
    Iceland
    Iceland[Lower]Reform PartyMember of the Althing

    Grímur Grímsson

    Grímur Grímsson is an Icelandic politician and a member of the Althing, having been elected in the 2024 Icelandic parliamentary election. Representing the Reform Party (Viðreisn), he transitioned into politics following a distinguished 40-year career in law enforcement. Prior to his parliamentary service, he served as the head of the police's central investigation department, a position he assumed in February 2021. His political platform emphasizes the need for change in the governance of the country.

    CareerPolice officer, Head of the police's central investigation department