On the day of the vaccination, the school day ends at 11 a.m. The second vaccination for pupils in Years 1–6 in the capital region will take place at Laugardalshöll from 31 January to 4 February 2022. This will be three weeks after the first dose. The child should attend at the same time and on the same day of the week as they did for the first dose. Reference is made to the notification of the previous vaccination […]
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Relaxation of restrictions from 29 January
COVID-19: Significant easing of domestic restrictions from 29 January. General mass gathering limits will be 50 people, the social distancing rule will be 1 metre, nightclubs and entertainment venues may reopen, and their opening hours, along with those of other establishments, will be extended by two hours. Seated events for 500 people will be permitted, subject to certain conditions. Restrictions in schools will be largely […]
Town Council Grants – First Allocation 2022
Each year, the Town Council awards grants to organisations, businesses or individuals for activities and services that align with the role of the local authority or are otherwise in accordance with its strategic direction, priorities and priorities. Grant awards are made twice a year, and the first award of the year is now open. The deadline for applications is 18 March 2022. Applicants […]
The impact of changed quarantine rules on school activities
The Minister of Health has made changes to the rules on quarantine and infection control, which came into effect at midnight. The changes do not affect Regulation No. 6/2022 on the restriction of school activities, which remains in force until Wednesday, 2 February. See the announcement on the website of the Cabinet Office. The following rules on quarantine and infection control now apply in connection with […]
COVID-19: Quarantine rules relaxed
Individuals who are exposed to COVID-19 infection outside their home or place of residence will no longer be required to quarantine, but must instead take precautions to prevent transmission. Quarantine will continue to be applied to those who have been exposed to infection within a household or residence, but triple-vaccinated individuals who are exposed at home can practise infection control […]
Property Tax 2022 – Assessment Notices Available
The 2022 property charge statements are now available on My Pages and at island.is. The statements show the amounts for property tax, land lease, water, sewerage and refuse collection charges. Also included are the property valuation and information about the owners and payers of the charges. Ten instalments throughout the year – due 30 days after the payment date. There are ten instalment dates for property charges in Hafnarfjörður in 2022. The first instalment date is […]
Fee waiver for children's quarantine/isolation
Fee waiver for quarantine/isolation of children in nurseries and after-school clubs. In recent days and weeks, Covid has had a significant impact on the school community in Hafnarfjörður, as in other municipalities. During times like these, parents and guardians are entitled to a waiver of fees for their children's quarantine and isolation. The City of Hafnarfjörður and its staff would like to take this opportunity to thank […]
MsH Encouragement Award – Nominations invited
For the sixth year in a row, the Marketing Office of Hafnarfjörður is awarding an incentive prize to a company that has enhanced the town's atmosphere through its activities and events. In addition, awards are given to companies, associations or individuals whose activities have strengthened the town's business life and atmosphere. The awards and accolades are the marketing office's token of gratitude for the selfless work in making Hafnarfjörður a […]
Registration for the Life's Leap has opened.
The Life Run 2022 – a national fitness competition – starts on 2 February. Registration opened on Wednesday, 19 January. Aren't you going to take part this year? The Lifeshape is a health and motivational project by the Icelandic Sports and Olympic Association that appeals to all Icelanders. Its aim is to encourage people to follow the recommendations of the Office of the National Public Health Doctor on exercise, whether […]
An educational, inspiring and supportive community
Ásdís Auðunsdóttir, Inga Fríða Tryggvadóttir and Unnur Elfa Guðmundsdóttir all share the common trait of being ambitious managers and professional leaders at the City of Hafnarfjörður. Interest, experience, vision and personality shape their management style and priorities, in a role where human resources are the most important asset. An interview with Ásdís, Inga Fríða and Unnur Elfa was published in Fréttablaðið on 20 January 2022, „To […]