Vilhjálmur Árnason's 13-year parliamentary term concludes

Vilhjálmur Árnason, a member of the Independence Party, has officially resigned from his position as a Member of Parliament for the Southern Constituency. This marks the end of a 13-year parliamentary career for Árnason, who announced his decision via a Facebook post.

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Nothing of this would have been possible without the support of my family. Being an MP is not just the job of the one who sits in parliament but a task that the whole family participates in one way or another. The work demands long days and numerous sacrifices.

In his statement, Árnason emphasized the significant personal and familial sacrifices required by parliamentary service, describing it as a task that demands long days and numerous compromises. He extended his gratitude to the voters of the Southern Constituency for their trust over the years. Árnason noted that upon his election in 2013, he was one of the youngest MPs, and remarkably, remained among the younger members even after 13 years in parliament.

He reflected on the many colleagues, friends, and acquaintances made during his time at the Althingi. Árnason conveyed special thanks to fellow MPs, ministers, and parliamentary staff for their excellent cooperation and wished them success in their important work for the nation. He anticipates continuing a collaborative relationship with the Althingi and the Icelandic government in his new capacity.

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I want to thank the voters in the Southern Constituency for the trust they have shown me all these years.

Looking ahead, Árnason expressed excitement about his upcoming role as mayor of Reykjanesbær. He stated his eagerness to work in his home region, be closer to his family, and serve his community in this new capacity.

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I expect to continue good cooperation with the Althingi and the government of Iceland in a new capacity as mayor of Reykjanesbær.