The Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur Town Council approved at its meeting yesterday to increase the leisure allowance for
\nfor children in Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur by about 500 kr\u00f3nur per month, or from 4,000 kr\u00f3nur to 4,500 kr\u00f3nur, as part of increased services for families in Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur. The leisure allowance now amounts to 54,000 kr\u00f3nur per year per child. <\/p>\n
Iceland has gained a good reputation in neighbouring countries for the high participation of children and young people in sports and leisure activities, which continues to have a positive impact on their lifestyles. With this increase,
\nThe City of Hafnarfj\u00f6r\u00f0ur to further support children's sports and leisure activities and
\nat the same time strengthen prevention, healthy lifestyles and promote the well-being of children and
\nfor young people, as well as promoting and ensuring more equal access for all
\nto sports and leisure activities. <\/p>\n
This increase is retroactive and took effect from 1 September.
\nin the past. Those parents who completed payment for the leisure centre before 20 August
\nare kindly asked to apply for a refund of the leisure grant for
\nincrease on 1 September My Pages<\/a> or contact
\nCustomer service: hafnarfjordur@hafnarfjordur.is<\/a><\/p>\n