Svalbard Local democracy
Longyearbyen lokalstyre (the local council), its decisions and money, and the next local election.
Where it stands
The council plans to spend 55 to 60% of the coming visitor contribution on roads, footpaths, and water and sewage. The contribution is a fee paid by visitors to Svalbard.
In September the council set up the Longyearbyen Cooperation Forum, a standing meeting place for the town's main actors.
Reports
- Report6 November 2026Council upholds refusal of 88 rooms for visiting workersLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- Report6 November 2026Council backs new building at Vei 401 against adviceLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- Report6 November 2026Council upholds refusal of 15 flats at Elvesletta nordLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- Report26 October 2026Council still advises against drinking tap water in Longyearbyen; water supply decision due in DecemberArctic Portal
- Report23 October 2026Liberal Party holds 7 seats on Longyearbyen local councilLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- Report22 October 2026Local council to spend most visitor contribution on infrastructureNRK
- In full15 October 2026Samarbeidsforum Longyearbyen holds its first meeting on 7 OctoberLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- Report13 October 2026Longyearbyen council to choose water supply concept in DecemberLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- In full6 October 2026Substance abuse policy action plan 2026-2028 adoptedLongyearbyen lokalstyre
- In full28 September 2026Children leave their mark on the future LongyearbyenLongyearbyen lokalstyre