Vilhjálmur Birgisson

Vilhjálmur Birgisson

politician Iceland

Vilhjálmur Birgisson is a prominent figure in Iceland's labor relations, known for his advocacy for workers' rights and fair labor practices. He has recently been in the news discussing the potential impacts of new teacher contracts on broader labor agreements in Iceland, emphasizing the importance of equitable wage assessments across various sectors. His insights reflect a commitment to addressing wage disparities between public and private sector workers, as well as a focus on collaboration among labor unions, government, and businesses to ensure fair treatment for all workers.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
951
Power
67$
Sentiment
4.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Iceland 4 4.50 0.28% +0% 341,243 951 $24,000 67$
Totals 4 341,243 951 $24,000 67$
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Recent Mentions

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur expressed his concerns about the government's bill that would affect disability pension payments. 5

Morgunblaðið: Ekkert sem Vilhjálmur ætti að hafa áhyggjur af

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson is a labor leader managing the Akranes Trade Union and the large Federation of Trade Unions. 5

Morgunblaðið: Ásgeir og Brynjar Karl á leið í hús

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson expresses his concerns regarding a proposed government bill related to disability pensions. 3

Morgunblaðið: Skilur ekkert í þögn þingmanna vegna örorkufrumvarps

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson expresses high hopes that the Central Bank will significantly lower interest rates. 8

Morgunblaðið: „Þætti undarlegt ef það yrði ekki stýrivaxtalækkun“

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson, chairman of the Federation of General and Special Workers, supports criticism of the government regarding a new disability pension system. 3

Morgunblaðið: „Ríkisstjórnin ræðst að lífeyrissjóðum verkafólks“

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson is the chairman of the Starfsgreinasamband and the Akranes Trade Union, discussing the recent inflation measurements in Iceland. 5

Morgunblaðið: „Rennandi blaut tuska framan í íslensk heimili“

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson, chairman of the Akranes Trade Union, expresses his frustration over the decision of Hvalur hf. to not conduct whaling this summer. 3

Morgunblaðið: „Sorgartíðindi og högg fyrir nærsamfélagið“

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson, chairman of VLFA, was optimistic about the continuation of negotiations. 8

Morgunblaðið: Góður gangur hjá Norðuráli

Iceland Iceland: Vilhjálmur Birgisson, the chairman of the Starfsgreinasamband, accuses the government of deceiving voters regarding the removal of tax benefits for couples. 3

Morgunblaðið: Afnám samsköttunar sé skattahækkun í dulargervi