Category: norway

Vivi Marie Eira, a conciliation secretary with 17 years of experience, plays a key role in ensuring equitable police services. Vivi Marie Eira has served in the conciliation council of the Finnmark Police District since 2006, now in Alta. This council handles civil disputes. Vivi’s ability to speak both Norwegian and Sami languages is crucial…

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Norwegian authorities are taking concerted steps to bolster cooperation with the Swedish police to combat the growing menace of organized crime. This initiative arises in response to the escalating challenges associated with criminal networks. Police Director Benedicte Bjørnland stressed the significance of collective endeavors, stating, “Today, I will meet with National Police Chief Anders Thornberg…

The Norwegian Ministry of Finance has announced regulatory provisions governing the provision of investment services by non-European Economic Area (EEA) companies. In February 2023, the Ministry of Finance tasked the Financial Supervisory Authority (Finanstilsynet) with evaluating the need for a national legal framework that would permit services from non-EEA companies beyond what currently exists. The…

The Norwegian government plans to allocate 2 million Norwegian kroner to promote gender equality in the fishing industry in 2024. They are urging stakeholders within the fishing sector to apply for these funds. “It should be safe to work as a fisher on all fishing vessels, regardless. While significant progress has been made, the industry…

In the revised national budget for 2023, one million Norwegian kroner has been allocated for awareness initiatives in agriculture. These funds will be used for a temporary grant program aimed at increasing knowledge and interest in sustainable food production. Various organizations, institutions, and municipalities have applied for these funds, and the projects that will receive…

Norwegian businesses facing cyberattacks are urged to take immediate action to limit damage and prevent further disruptions. The provided advice, crafted by law enforcement officers experienced in cybercrime investigations and informed by the National Security Authority (NSM), aims to guide businesses in responding effectively. However, it’s emphasized that professional incident management firms should be consulted…

The extreme weather event “Hans” caused extensive flooding and landslide damage. Fortunately, there are robust and predictable economic measures in place to ensure that individuals, municipalities, and counties are not left alone to bear the heavy financial burden. Various financial measures are applicable in situations like the extreme weather event “Hans.” Hard-hit municipalities can apply…

In a press conference held on Monday, July 24, 2023, the Norwegian National Security Authority (Nasjonal sikkerhetsmyndighet) and the Ministry of Defense’s Security and Service Organization (Departementenes sikkerhets- og serviceorganisasjon, DSS) jointly announced the discovery of a zero-day vulnerability that was exploited in a cyberattack against DSS. While managing the incident at DSS, the National…

A challenging situation has emerged at Braskereidfoss power plant as water has breached the facility. Police are being supported by the military to manage the crisis effectively. Published today at 12:55 | By: Innlandet Police District | News Police are on-site utilizing their expertise to alleviate water pressure at the power plant. Physical measures, including…

In a recent report, it has been revealed that the industrial sector in Norway witnessed a slight contraction of 1.6% in sales during the second quarter, as compared to the preceding quarter. The findings, based on meticulously adjusted seasonal data, indicate that the industrial sales index for Q2 2023 was 209.6 (2005=100), down from the…

Due to the increased temperatures, various tree species have been able to grow further inland and higher up in the mountains in Norway over the last thirty years than before. Different tree species have different temperature requirements for growth and thriving. The dwarf birch has the lowest temperature requirements among all Norwegian tree species. Therefore,…

Significant amounts of extreme rainfall are expected in parts of Southern Norway. Monday afternoon, Minister of Justice and Emergency Preparedness, Emilie Enger Mehl, met with the county emergency preparedness council and municipalities in Innlandet to discuss preparedness. “The Civil Defense is on high alert, with materials and equipment ready. The feedback indicates that the preparedness…

Even as Ola and Kari Nordmann have moved to the cities, the agricultural landscape continues to hold great significance for most of us. This is where much of our food is produced, where we find everyday nature experiences, and where many of us engage in everyday recreation and outdoor activities. In 1990, approximately 72 percent…

The United Kingdom had previously announced that the UKCA marking (UK Conformity Assessed) would be the new product marking for conformity applicable to all goods that were previously subject to CE marking (Conformité Européenne) and intended for export to the United Kingdom, following its departure from the European Union (EU). Now, British authorities have extended…

The Norwegian government has taken a significant step to preserve and maintain churches across the country by establishing a Church Preservation Fund, which will provide funding for church maintenance for generations to come. Over the next 20 to 30 years, the state will allocate approximately 10 billion NOK for the restoration of Norwegian churches. The…

Mortgage interest rates for households in Norway increased in June, marking a rise of 0.17 percentage points to 4.69%. Similarly, the rates on outstanding mortgage loans climbed by 0.23 percentage points to 4.66% during the same period. The latest monthly statistics from selected banks and credit institutions revealed the upward trend in mortgage interest rates.…

The interest rates on new loans with residential property as collateral increased in June 2023, according to the latest data from banks and credit institutions in Norway. The interest rate on new loans with residential property as collateral stood at 4.69% in June, up from 4.52% in May, representing a 0.17 percentage point increase. Furthermore,…

It has come to light that the police have sent child welfare notifications in Altinn (Norwegian digital platform for interaction between individuals, businesses, and public authorities) to the child welfare services, and many of these notifications have not been opened by the municipalities. In light of this, Nordland Police District has conducted a review of…