Full House at Public Innovation Day 2026 | Financial Management Authority

Iceland Health received the Public Sector Innovation Award 2026 in the category of ministries, institutions and public limited companies for projects in the field of telehealth services in collaboration with Húðvaktina. The prize is awarded for a pilot agreement on the provision of telehealth services through a secure web portal, which has created new ways to increase access to specialist services in a simpler and more efficient way.

The award's jury's statement reads, among other things: "A project that has provided around 6,000 individuals with health services without anyone having to make appointments, travel or take time off work to see a specialist. You showed that innovation can be bought through smart negotiation that allows new methods to prove themselves in operations." The jury was unanimous that the project was an example that other institutions and ministries could and should follow.

Telehealth services are a major transformational step for the Icelandic healthcare system and this recognition confirms the importance of supporting the development of new service channels where digital solutions are used to improve access and user experience. The project is a part of the continued development of more efficient health services, where the goal is to meet the needs of individuals through better use of time and resources. Iceland Health wants to continue to create scope for more innovation projects of this kind in good collaboration with service providers.

Thank you - the recognition is an important encouragement for further development and innovation.