- Iceland’s government approved emergency measures to address inflation and oil price spikes due to Persian Gulf tensions.
- VAT on fuel will be temporarily reduced from 24% to 11% from 1 May to 31 August 2026, with retailers required to pass savings to consumers.
- ISK 15 million will be allocated to enhance price monitoring of essential goods and services.
- ISK 500 million will fund accelerated installation of charging stations, especially in apartment buildings and along the ring road.
- The legislative package will be presented to parliament next week.
Source: regfollower.com
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