Skútan, a new system for ship registration and legal registration of seamen, has been activated by the Icelandic Transport Authority and is ready for users.

Inscriptions of private number plates are available for redistribution when the right of the previous owner has been revoked.

Parents who wish to enter into an agreement on a shared residence for a child may order an information meeting with the District Commissioner.

Generally, the burning of withered grass is prohibited. However, holders or owners of land on agricultural estates may apply for a burn from 1 April to 1 May.

According to the law on fire treatment and protection against wildfires, it is forbidden to burn bonfires without the permission of the district Commissioner.

All commercial fishing is subject to a licence from the Directorate of Fisheries. There are generally 1300 vessels and boats licensed for commercial fishing.

Child protection services, shall have the means to provide children with emergency reception and may entrust others with the provision of such services

The national aviation authorities of the EU/EEA monitor the continuing airworthiness of aircraft under a specific programme and perform sampled airworthiness ...

The Complaint Board for goods and services has launched a new website and a new web portal. Here you can find further information on which portal to use depending on when a complaint was submitted to the Board.

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.