The Norwegian government is planning to introduce a ban on social media for children under the age of 16. This proposal aims to protect young people from the potential negative impacts of algorithms and excessive screen time.
The Norwegian government has emphasized its delivery of tangible results, particularly in the realm of health policy, signaling a new approach to governance.
Local politicians in Telemark, Norway, report feeling pressured by the government regarding the development of rare earth elements in the Fensfeltet area, though ministers deny overriding local authority.
The Norwegian government has announced its decision to abandon proposed alterations to the country's cabin tax. This move means the existing tax regulations for cabins will remain unchanged.
A man was arrested for making threats ahead of the inauguration of a new Norwegian government quarter, prompting a bomb squad investigation of a truck, though nothing was found.
A clean-up meeting is being held in the Storting after the red-green coalition's cooperation hit a snag when the Centre Party broke the budget agreement just before Easter. Prime Minister Støre stated he is not worried about losing the majority.
The Norwegian government will temporarily reduce fuel taxes starting at the end of the month to counter rising global market prices, following parliamentary approval.
The Norwegian government has announced a reduction in fuel taxes, setting all rates for road usage tax on fuel to zero from April 1st, which will decrease petrol taxes by 4.41 kroner per liter and diesel taxes by 2.85 kroner per liter.
The Norwegian government intends to establish a new directorate for security clearances, a move that a trade union fears could weaken legal certainty and has warned against its consequences.
Norway's new government quarter has been officially opened, marking the relocation of the Prime Minister's office and six other ministries into the new facilities.
The Norwegian government has formed a new restructuring committee, including Lan Marie Berg and Kari Elisabeth Kaski, tasked with developing a strategy for the concluding phase of Norway's oil operations.
The Norwegian government is considering removing tablets from primary schools, reversing a previous 'digital experiment' that involved six-year-olds, raising questions about the impact on children who grew up with the devices.
The Norwegian government is initiating a significant campaign to combat digital fraud, with Digitalization Minister Karianne Tung stating that Norwegians are prime targets for criminals.
The Norwegian government has responded to parliamentary questions regarding Norwegian connections to the Jeffrey Epstein case, but the Red Party remains unsatisfied and insists on an urgent oral hearing.
Frp leader Sylvi Listhaug criticizes the Norwegian Labour government for not providing clear support for the US and Israeli military actions against Iran, accusing Prime Minister Støre of 'mumling' (mumbling).
The Norwegian government announced it will no longer grant collective temporary protection to Ukrainian men aged 18 to 60, tightening asylum rules for displaced Ukrainians.
The Norwegian government, led by Bjørnar Skjæran (Labour Party), is including conversions of old buildings in its target of 130,000 new homes by 2030. This approach was unexpected by the Prognosesenteret and the Association of House Builders.
The Norwegian government's "norgespris" scheme, designed to support electricity prices, is projected to cost 4.3 billion kroner more than initially calculated due to high energy prices.
The Norwegian government is reportedly considering a new wealth tax system for cabins starting next year, leading to concerns among owners that property values could increase tenfold.
There is no majority in the Norwegian parliament to pressure the government regarding the Telenor dispute, with the next step potentially involving the Storting tasking the Auditor General.
The Norwegian Finance Minister (article states Jens Stoltenberg, but likely refers to a government official) has announced that the government will implement all parliamentary decisions regarding diesel cuts by May 1st, including reducing CO2 taxes.
The Norwegian government has decided not to implement all fuel tax cuts approved by the Storting, prompting Finance Minister Trygve Slagsvold Vedum to press for their introduction the week after Easter to avoid conflict.
The Norwegian government is adding an extra 115 billion kroner to its defense plan and extending it by four years, acknowledging that increased spending is more urgent than previously thought, though some projects may be delayed.
The Norwegian government is proposing new legislation that would impose prison sentences of up to six years for criminals who exploit children to carry out violent tasks.
The Norwegian government is set to introduce new overtime rules for part-time employees, following several court rulings that have favored workers in such cases.
The Norwegian government is proposing "sea tolls" of 100 kroner per person for cruise tourists, aiming to generate 600 million kroner to support overcrowded fjord communities, while acknowledging concerns that the cost might deter visitors.
New figures reveal that the Norwegian government spent 6.4 billion kroner on electricity subsidies in January and February, indicating that the entire annual budget for the scheme could be exhausted before summer.
The Norwegian government is proposing a new measure that would allow for the expulsion of foreigners who have not committed crimes but are feared to pose a risk of future criminal activity.
The Norwegian government was overruled in the 'onion case' as a parliamentary majority demanded increased compensation for onion producers due to new EU regulations causing uncertainty for Norwegian onion production. The decision was celebrated with onion soup in Parliament.
The Norwegian government's proposal to extend state support to foreign-flagged ships has ignited an unusual protest from both shipping companies and trade unions.
The Norwegian government is instructing municipalities to prepare for war by increasing bomb shelters, developing evacuation plans, and conducting exercises.
The Norwegian government has increased its request to municipalities to resettle 16,000 refugees this year, which is 3,000 more than initially estimated.
The Norwegian government has assumed responsibility for the planning of Europe's largest rare earth element deposit. This move marks a significant step in securing critical raw materials for the continent.
The Norwegian government has decided to take over responsibility for the Fensfeltet area in Nome, emphasizing the continued importance of local involvement in the processes.
A significant portion of the Norwegian government has returned to its central Oslo complex, which was severely damaged in Anders Breivik's 2011 bombing and has since undergone renovation.
The Norwegian government has concluded that municipalities can allow pubs and restaurants to serve alcohol around the clock during the football World Cup, with the extent of the exception from alcohol laws decided locally.
The Norwegian government is refusing to scrap health tenders, defying a parliamentary majority, due to fears that an illegal cancellation could result in a billion-kroner bill and uncertainty for patient services.
The Norwegian government is proposing new regulations that would allow institutional staff to deny visits, confiscate mobile phones, and restrict internet access for children in their care.
A political dispute over gasoline taxes in Norway has put more than just budget cooperation at risk, creating a challenging situation for the government.
The Norwegian government plans to amend the energy law to ensure national security interests, specifically the Armed Forces, receive priority access to the power grid.
The estimated cost for the Stad ship tunnel has been reduced by 800 million Norwegian kroner to 8.6 billion NOK, but the Norwegian government still deems the project too expensive.
The Norwegian government is planning significant changes to the school day for younger students, which may include fewer school hours and subjects. Starting in August, screens will be completely removed from early primary education.
The Norwegian government convened to commence work on the 2027 budget, noting a strong starting point for the Norwegian economy amidst an increasingly turbulent global environment.
The Norwegian government plans to change the law to target child abusers, as Kripos estimates up to 2000 Norwegians may have ordered live-streamed abuse within a year.
Following Statnett's refusal to provide more electricity for Norway's new submarine base, the government is now announcing an urgent amendment to the energy law to legally prioritize power for the Armed Forces.