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Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir

b. 1949

Icelandic politician

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About Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir

Born 1949. Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir is an Icelandic politician.

Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir (; born 16 October 1949) is an Icelandic politician, lawmaker and a former Speaker of Alþingi, Iceland's parliament. She was Iceland's Minister of Social Affairs and Social Security from 1 February 2009 – 14 May 2009. She served as speaker of the Althing from 2009 to 2013. She has been a member of the Alþing since 1995.

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Important facts

Born
16 October 1949, Reykjavík
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Iceland
Education
University of Iceland
Positions held
Member of the Althing, Minister of Welfare, Speaker of the Althing, Member of the 2009-2013 Parliament of Iceland
Also known as
Ásta Ragnheidur Jóhannesdóttir, Asta Ragnheidur Johannesdottir

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir?

Icelandic politician

When was Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir born?

Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir was born on 16 October 1949 in Reykjavík.

What is Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir's occupation?

Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir is a politician.

What nationality is Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir?

Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir is Icelandic.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir

· Wikidata: Q252586

· DBpedia: Ásta Ragnheiður Jóhannesdóttir

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