Policy of Sósíalistaflokks Íslands on municipal affairs

The policy of Sósíalistaflokks Íslands is:

to ensure that the basic needs of all residents of municipalities are met, that general welfare becomes a reality for everyone, that everyone lives with dignity and other human rights are respected in line with the foremost provisions of Icelandic law and international obligations. Especially, the safety of children must be ensured and that decisions are made in accordance with their welfare.
that municipalities work for the benefit of individuals and families and particularly nurture the welfare of those in vulnerable positions and with fewer resources in life, such as disabled people, the elderly, immigrants, and low-wage earners.
that the youngest children are provided with conditions to develop and thrive with their families and later with peers and friends.
that children and young people are guaranteed appropriate education and that funding is ensured so that schools and student learning materials are free of charge. The strictest requirements for equality in school work, children's health and welfare, literacy and creativity must be enforced – and their demands for democracy and human rights must be fully respected.
that municipalities prepare realistic subsistence standards for those who need subsistence and support from municipalities, so that individuals and families are guaranteed secure subsistence.
that the needs and voice of social service users are prioritized and accessible welfare services are increased.
that everyone has the right to good housing. Municipalities will be obliged to meet the needs of residents for social housing. Socially run rental companies and individuals will have priority in the allocation of plots, and municipalities will support housing development on social grounds, residential options within municipalities will be increased, and strict rules will be set for the operation of rental companies and a cap on rental prices.
that everyone has a voice that matters in society, to empower residents of municipalities to have more influence and to offer consultation groups for municipal councils with randomly selected individuals. Special attention will be paid to the autonomy of residents in districts of large municipalities.
that municipalities abandon their low-wage policy and completely eliminate it, and become a leading model in the labor market regarding wages, working hours, and other terms of employment for staff.
to ensure residents' rights to a healthy environment and to strengthen environmental awareness.
that transport aims to serve the residents of municipalities, especially those with lower incomes. As far as possible, the capital area and larger municipalities should cease to be car-centric cities. New neighborhoods should include good public transport, as it is part of the infrastructure.
to safeguard companies owned by municipalities; that companies serving the residents of municipalities will not be sold, and to increase oversight and transparency in the administration and operation of municipally owned companies.
that all municipalities take joint responsibility for the affairs of people in the country and ensure equality among residents, municipalities, and regions. Cooperation between municipalities will be increased, and there will be consistency in their fee collection so that "tax havens" are not created.
that municipalities make an effort to implement administrative law and information law in their operations and increase transparency of work. Municipal and town mayors and the city mayor will be professionals, not political leaders. Ways will be sought to ensure democratic participation of residents and a proper chain of accountability and transparency in the work of companies owned by multiple municipalities; even through the establishment of a new administrative level.