Former Justice Minister Monica Mæland becomes a partner in one of Norway’s largest law firms
Monica Mæland will work as a lawyer again. She is becoming a partner in Schjødt, one of Norway’s largest law firms. “Others are better than…
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Norway plans to tighten rules for confiscating money and property generated through gang crime
On Friday, the Norwegian government presented proposals aimed at providing clearer rules for the confiscation of proceeds from gang crime. “Taking away the money, the…
The government has a new strategy aimed at protecting Norway against terrorism
The Norwegian government has developed a new national strategy to prevent and counter terrorism. “This year, it will be ten years since the terror attacks…
Daily commuters from Sweden to Norway can now use the old Svinesund Bridge to cross the border
The Norwegian government has decided that people who live in Sweden and commute to Norway can use the old Svinesund bridge to cross the border….
Norwegian minister: It is still necessary to have comprehensive entry control for all passengers
Although the entry rules for fully vaccinated people will be relaxed, there will be extensive control and testing at the Norwegian border. “It is still…
Norway to establish new center for entry control of travelers from outside the Schengen area in Bodø
Norway is establishing a new center for control of travelers coming to Norway from outside the Schengen area. It will be set up in Bodø…
Norwegian Minister reacts to entry restriction criticism from ESA: “We will follow the rules”
After the ESA said that Norway’s entry restrictions are in conflict with the EEA rules, Norway’s Minister of Justice Monica Mæland noted that the Norwegian…
Norway bans machetes from June 1
The Norwegian government is introducing a ban on the purchase of machete from June 1. “We now ban the purchase and possession of machete from…
Norway extends strict entry restrictions until May 13
The Norwegian government decided to extend the strict entry restrictions until May 13. The measures will be continued until further notice, but in the first…
Norway’s government wants to extend entry restrictions for foreigners until November
On Friday, the Norweigan government will submit a proposal to the Norwegian parliament (Storting) to extend the temporary law on entry restrictions for foreigners. The…
Norwegian government stops the sale of Bergen Engines to Russian-controlled company
The government is stopping the controversial sale of the engine factory Bergen Engines to a Russian-controlled company, Minister of Justice Monica Mæland (H) announced. “The…
It’s official: Norway prolongs entry restrictions until April 7
The restrictions on entry to Norway will be continued until April 7. Most restrictions will probably be extended even after that. “Strict entry rules will…
New measures: Quarantine hotels will be mandatory for everyone returning to Norway from holiday trips
Everyone who has been on holidays abroad will have to quarantine in a hotel until they have received a negative coronavirus test. That can happen…
From Friday, Norwegian police will be allowed to expel foreigners who refuse to test themselves at the border
From Friday, the police will be allowed to expel foreigners who refuse to test themselves at the border or register before entry, newspaper VG writes….
Norway to tighten rules for quarantine hotels and introduce stricter regime for foreign workers
The Norwegian government is tightening rules related to quarantine hotels. It will introduce a system with stricter rules for foreign workers. Today, the main rule…
The government wants to introduce mandatory corona testing as soon as people arrive in Norway
After reports that travelers are not testing themselves after arriving in Norway, the government now wants to make corona testing mandatory immediately at the border…
Foreign citizens coming to Norway from abroad who refuse corona testing could be deported
Norway is introducing mandatory corona testing for travelers coming to the country from abroad from January 2. Soon, there may be too little corona testing…
Norway introduces mandatory registration for everyone coming to the country
All those traveling to Norway from Monday, December 21, must register in order to improve infection control efforts. Everyone traveling to Norway must register information…
Committee proposes 70 measures against partner murders in Norway
A survey of 19 partner killings in Norway shows that most occurred after one or more warning signs. A total of 70 measures are now…
As of today, more travelers to Norway can avoid quarantine hotels at entry. Here’s how
On Sunday, the rules for quarantine hotels in Norway were changed. All those who can document that they have another suitable place for quarantine do…
