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Encouragement for the Central Bank to Ease Borrower Requirements

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02.12.2025

Each time new inflation figures are released or a decision is made on interest rates, the obvious becomes even clearer: housing is the single most influential factor in the economy. It causes significant fluctuations in the Icelandic economy, resulting in uncertainty and costs—both for wage earners who need housing and for the companies that build it.

Your rights in December!

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01.12.2025

For those of you who work in shops and retail the busiest time of the year is coming. We would therefore like to remind all employees of their rights and obligations:

Remember your December Bonus!

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28.11.2025

December bonus according to VR's agreements are ISK 110,000 for the year 2025. The December bonus includes holidays, is a fixed number and does not change according to other provisions. Earned December bonuses shall be settled at the same time as termination of employment if they are before the due date of the bonus.

Stop Violence Against Women!

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25.11.2025

Today, 25 November 2025, is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. We support the campaign of UNI Europa Commerce and stand in solidarity with all women who face violence, harassment, and discrimination – at work, at home, and in society.

That’s Why It’s a Bad Idea for Reykjavík City to Link Preschool Fees to Income

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25.11.2025

Extensive changes are currently underway in preschools. One municipality after another is attempting to address the challenges of the preschool level—particularly due to the shortening of the workweek—by reducing the number of hours children spend at preschool.

Changed submission deadline for fund applications

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24.11.2025

VR members, please take note that due to the holidays, applications for grants from, the VR Sick Pay Fund, VR Contingency Fund and the Vocational Training Funds, must be submitted no later than Wednesday 10 December for you to receive payment of grants before the end of the year.

Call for Consultation with Parents on Preschool Issues

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24.11.2025

The Leader of VR harshly criticizes Reykjavík city authorities for the lack of consultation regarding proposed changes to the preschool environment in the city. VR met with city authorities this morning to follow up on comments the union has made about these changes — the Leader of VR expressed disappointment after the meeting.

The Solution Lies in Equality – From VR’s Forum on Women’s Pension Matters

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21.11.2025

On average, women aged 67 and older earn 80% of what men of the same age earn. The gap is greatest among those with the highest incomes. The gender pay gap in the labour market thus follows women throughout their lives. This was among the findings presented at a forum hosted by VR on women’s pension issues, held on November 20.

Leader of VR Visits Mosfellsbær to Discuss Preschool Policy

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21.11.2025

What Will It Take for the Government to Take the Housing Crisis Seriously?

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13.11.2025

At the end of this month, it will have been a year since the people of Iceland went to the polls and chose between quite a few political parties. The lead-up to the election was relatively tense, and undoubtedly there are differing interpretations of what caused the previous government to fal

The Wage Gap Follows – All Through Life

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12.11.2025

In the Icelandic labour market, women’s wages are lower than men’s. This wage gap follows women throughout their entire lives – lower wages mean lower income after retirement. At the end of the Year of Women 2025, it is fitting to address this issue, and VR is hosting a forum on women’s pension matters on 20 November.

Event sold out - Adventure in the Christmas Forest

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06.11.2025

Updated Monday, November 10: Please note that Adventure in the Christmas Forest with VR is sold out.