Iceland passes controversial fisheries law

The bill around fishing fees has been debated more extensively than any other in the Icelandic parliament since 1991.

Fishing vessels in port in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland. — Fishing vessels in port in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland.Photo: Drew Cherry/IntraFish

Hanna Gezelius

Digital Editor

Published 15 July 2025, 07:50Updated 15 July 2025, 09:18

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