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Improving Safety for Retail Workers
16. June 2025
VR, the Commercial Federation of Iceland (LÍV), and the Federation of Trade and Services (SVÞ) have joined forces to promote increased safety for retail workers in Iceland. Both retail employees and employers have expressed growing concern over rising violence and harassment in the workplace. Representatives from all three parties signed a memorandum of understanding today, Sept. 16, which lays the groundwork for continued cooperation in this area.
Wages must increase by at least ISK 150,000 per month if the Icelandic Chamber of Commerce has its way
16. June 2025
The Board of VR is baffled by the Icelandic Chamber of Commerce's attack on the housing associations Bjarg and Blær, whose aim is to ensure secure and affordable rental housing for individuals and families.