A development permits is granted by the local authority for major construction or projects that affect the environment and alter its appearance.

Individuals’ pension fund contributions are tax-deductible if they are paid as contributions to:

A Health-Promoting Class is an initiative with that supports students in 7th-9th grade health behaviour.

Cash sickness benefits are paid to those who are not fully able to work due to their own illness or accident.

The recovery of overpaid housing benefits is handled by the Office of the District Commissioner of North-west Iceland.