Icelandic government faces historic low support as public backing drops to 24%

The Icelandic government is currently experiencing the lowest levels of public support since polling began 30 years ago, according to the latest Gallup survey, with only about 24% of the population backing it. This marks the independence party’s lowest recorded support, falling to 14%, while the Center Party has reached a historical high at 19%. The Social Democratic Alliance stands at 26%, the same as a month prior.

If elections were held today, the polling indicates that the Social Democratic Alliance would secure 19 seats, an increase of 14 from its previous standing but one less than last month. The Center Party would gain 13 seats, up from three in the last election. Combined, these two parties could form a minority government, controlling a total of 32 seats.

Other parties’ standings remain relatively unchanged. The Reform Party would have six seats, the Pirates five, while both the People’s Party and the Progressive Party would gather four seats each. The Socialist Party is projected to gain three seats. The Left-Green Movement continues to trail behind, holding just over 4% support.

Examining previous governments, none have received as little support as the current administration does. In 2017, 74% of the public endorsed the government at its formation. In contrast, support for past administrations with the Independence Party, Reform Party, and Bright Future ended around 31%. The latest figures suggest significant changes in the political landscape, with indications of a possible shift in power dynamics leading into future elections.