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Bane NOR SF

Bane NOR SF is a public enterprise owned by the Ministry of Transport. Bane NOR SF's main task is keeping the railway infrastructure functioning normally and available for passengers and cargo transport on the national railway network. The

Web page: http://www.banenor.no/

Philippine peace talks

Renewed momentum in the peace process - on 23 November 2023, the Philippine Government and communist movement signed a joint statement in Oslo setting out a shared vision for peace.

Supervision, control and monitoring

The Norwegian Gambling and Foundation Authority was established in 2001 as a supervisory body for the administration and oversight of private lotteries and state-controlled gaming. The Storting’s intention was to strengthen controls in the growing

The role of Norsk Tipping

Norsk Tipping is a government-owned limited company that holds exclusive rights to a number of games being offered in Norway.

Long Term Defence Plan adopted

On 15 November the Storting adopted Norway’s new Long Term Defence Plan. Now begins the job of putting the contents of the plan into effect. This article explains a bit about the way forward.

Children moving or travelling abroad

Parental responsibility includes the rights and responsibilities of a parent in relation to the child or the property of the child. Special rules apply in situations where a parent and child intend to relocate to another country or to travel abroad.

County Governors

Each county has a County Governor who represents the King and the government. The task of the County Governor’s office is to make sure the goals, guidelines and actions of the Storting are followed locally. On behalf of some of the national

Web page: http://www.fylkesmannen.no/

The Svalbard Environmental Protection Fund

The funds resources will be uses to initiate and stimulate good projects and initiatives with the purpose of looking after the lofty environmental goals which are set for Svalbard.

Web page: https://www.miljovernfondet.no/en/

Global Health

Norway’s efforts in the area of global health aim both to combat poverty in low-income countries and to strengthen global health preparedness and international cooperation, which also benefit Norway. Norway plays a leading role in the global health

Organic food production

Organic farming helps increase food diversity and provides consumers with products in demand.

Knowledge cooperation

Through international cooperation, the Ministry of Education and Research will contribute to increased quality, renewal, and relevance within the areas of kindergarten, education and research.

Laws and regulations governing schools

The Education Act The Education Act refers to: The right and obligation to primary and lower secondary education, and the right to upper secondary education. Private primary and lower secondary schools that do not receive government subsidies and

Introduction programme

The goal is to give the individual basic skills in the Norwegian language and a fundamental insight into Norwegian social conditions and to prepare him/her for work or education.

Area focus

In some areas with major and complex social challenges, the state and municipalities have joined together to make an extra effort.

Volunteering and dialogue

Voluntary organisations play an important role in the Integration and inclusion of immigrants in local communities.

Gender and sexual diversity

In countries across the world LGBT+ persons are exposed to discrimination and abuse. Everyone is entitled to universal human rights and freedoms, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. In many countries, there has been a positive

Promoting Norwegian business interests abroad

The promotion of Norwegian business interests abroad has always been one of most important tasks of the Foreign Service. In today’s changing world, this task is becoming more complex. The needs of Norwegian-based companies have also changed

Mediation and parental cooperation

Married couples and cohabitants who have children under 16 and who move apart and parents considering legal action may be allowed up to seven hours of free mediation.

The best interests of the child

Children’s right to be heard and to make their own decisions is regulated in sections 31–33 of the Children Act. There may also be special provisions in other Acts concerning children’s right to be heard and to make their own decisions. Before

Wildlife Management

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food is responsible for the regular management under the Wildlife Act and for the regulation of hunting and trapping of wildlife species deemed harvestable by the environmental authorities.