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Iceland’s Court Shift

A legal reform has reached Parliament carrying promises of stronger protection. Among those following it are people worried about what comes next.

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Odd Inge Teige
Nov 8
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Icelandic Justice Minister Þorbjörg Sigríður Gunnlaugsdóttir presented proposed amendments concerning the purchase of sexual services in Althingi, the national parliament, on November 3, 2026.

The government says the changes aim to reduce demand sustaining sexual exploitation, human trafficking and organized crime.

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