Reykjavík city council election 2026
This is about the
people of Reykjavík
The city should meet the needs of its residents, not try to change them. Reykjavík should offer diverse housing, smooth transport, safe neighbourhoods and good services for children and families.
Candidates
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Position 1
Einar Þorsteinsson
"We want a city where everyday life works. Where children get day-care, people can get around, services are there when you need them, and where people and businesses feel the city listens and is on their side. That is what matters."
Position 2
Magnea Gná Jóhannsdóttir
City councillor
Position 3
Þorvaldur Daníelsson
Deputy councillor and CEO of Hjólakraftur
Position 4
Halldór Bachmann
Communications manager
Position 5
Andrea Edda Guðlaugsdóttir
Economics student and student-council member
Policies
Our priorities
We put the people of Reykjavík first and aim to deliver solutions that make daily life simpler. We will strengthen public services, build housing and untangle traffic. These are our priorities:
Campaign HQ
Drop by Borgartún 22
The kettle is on. Come talk to us about the city — everyone is welcome!
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Borgartún 22, 105 Reykjavík
Opening hours
Daily 14:00 – 20:00
Events
Come to an event
16.05
SAT
Election Day
Polling stations, 09:00 – 22:00
16.05
SAT
Elections party
Ský - Ingólfsstræti 1, 21:30
16.05
SAT
Coffee on election day
11:00-18:00, Borgartún 22
Moments from the campaign
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This is our city
16 May 2026
Mark X by B on election day
Polls in Reykjavík are open from 9:00 to 22:00. Our campaign HQ at Borgartún 22 is open every day until election day.
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