Economic Policy Department

Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

The department consists of the following sections

  • Better Regulation

    Director Solveig Brekke Skagen

  • Company and Competition Law

    The Unit oversees company and competition law. This includes the Private Limited Liability Companies Act, the Public Limited Liability Act, the Partnerships act, the Cooperative Societies Act and the Foundations Act, as well as the Competition Act, the EEA Competition Act and the Price Policy Act. Legislation that is clear and easy to use simplify the running of businesses and thereby promote economic growth. Therefore, the unit continuously works to improve the regulatory framework for businesses.

    Director Marit Elisabeth Bolstad

  • Manufacturing Industries and Minerals

    Director Trine S. Lindgren

  • Seafood

    Director Rune Dragset

  • Tourisme, ICT and Services