There are regular complaints about noise to the police and last night was no exception.

The 26th of April will mark 40 years since the nuclear accident at Chernobyl. For this reason, the Icelandic Radiation Safety Authority and the radiography department at the University of Iceland will hold a symposium on the impact of the radiological accident, the advancements in radiation safety, and the radiological emergency preparedness in Iceland.

HVE’s Annual Report for 2023 has been published and can be accessed here

In connection with Cybersecurity October, the Financial Management Authority reminds all Orri users to update their password as soon as possible. This applies whether you log in with electronic ID or not.

TR is offering a seminar on pensions on Wednesday February 12th, from 16.00 to 17.30 at Hlíðasmára 11. The meeting will discuss all the issues related to applications for pensions from TR, payment arrangements and more.

When X-ray radiation is used in medicine, the justification of every examination or treatment is one of the cornerstones of radiation protection. The potential harmful effects of X-ray radiation are well known; nevertheless, it is widely used in medicine because, overall, the benefits far outweigh the possible risks.

A new review commissioned by the Directorate of Health shows that age verification at online shops selling alcohol is often inadequate. Identification was requested upon delivery in only 7% of cases, and electronic identification was required at the time of purchase in 36% of cases.

A new programme period of the EEA and Norway Grants is beginning, opening up diverse opportunities for collaboration between Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein and several European countries, including Poland, Portugal, Slovakia and the Czech Republic.

Mossy Earth's recent video publication offers valuable insights into the restoration efforts of wetlands and habitats within Mýrar in West Iceland. This initiative focuses on revitalising waterways, watersheds, and the associated ecosystems, thereby benefiting both aquatic life and broader biodiversity.

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