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14/03/2023 Article Ministry of Agriculture and Food

Reindeer husbandry as an industry, culture and way of life is unique, both nationally and internationally.

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The Reindeer diet of wild herbs makes for a savoury and sophisticated contribution to the abundant cuisine of Norway.

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05/01/2015 Article Ministry of Agriculture and Food

Reindeer husbandry policies are guided by two independent principles: economic policy and indigenous peoples' rights.

State-ownership in the energy sector

01/01/2022 Article Ministry of Energy

In the government’s view, private ownership should be the main rule in Norwegian business and industry. Direct state ownership requires a special justification.

Trucker's Guide

07/01/2020 Article Ministry of Transport

In this guide, the Norwegian Public Roads Administration has gathered important information that heavy vehicle operators need to know in order to drive safely in Norway.

Administrative tasks

07/09/2015 Article Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development

Administrative tasks connected to the Act on certain aspects relating to the political parties (The Political Parties Act, PPA)) are part of the responsibilities of the Ministry and the County governors. In accordance with the PPA Section 11 to 13,

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Negative social control and honour based violence

04/12/2023 Article Ministry of Justice and Public Security, Ministry of Labour and Social Inclusion

It is important to prevent children and young individuals in Norway from being exposed to negative social control and honour based violence, inlcuding forced marriage and female genital mutilation.

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The list covers both the rather extensive government periods 1814-1884 and the parliamentary dependent governments since 1884 - the year when the introduction of parliamentarism began in Norway.

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In 2000 the UN Security Council adopted the landmark UN Security Council Resolution 1325. The resolution emphasize that war and conflicts affect men, boys, women, and girls differently. Therefore, both men and women need to take part in decisions

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Transparency is a prerequisite for ensuring widespread confidence in the management of the Government Pension Fund. The Ministry gives an account of the management of the Fund in an annual report to the Storting, as well as in the National Budget.

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23/02/2023 Article Government.no, Ministry of Agriculture and Food

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23/02/2015 Article Government.no, Ministry of Agriculture and Food

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Links and sources

27/11/2024 Article Ministry of Children and Families

Relevant websites The Norwegian police The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ministry of Children and Families Ministry of Justice and Public Security www.norway.info Information about Norway Domstol.no The official website of the Norwegian courts The

The State’s ten principles for good corporate governance

03/02/2023 Article Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

Together, the State’s principles for good corporate governance and the State’s goal as an owner form the basis for how the state exercises its ownership. There is a broad political consensus about the key elements of the framework for the State’s

Facts 2013 – All you need to know about Norwegian petroleum activities

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In cooperation with the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate, The Ministry of Petroleum and Energy have published a new edition of the annual book on Norwegian petroleum industry, (petroleum) Facts 2013. The publication gives a comprehensive overview of

Employees: Q & A about the changes in rules for follow-up of absence due to illness

04/07/2011 Article Inkluderende arbeidsliv (IA)

What do the proposed changes in the Working Environment Act and National Insurance Act regarding follow-up of employees on sick leave entail? Here are answers to 21 questions relating to the content of Proposition 89 L regarding quicker follow-up

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What do the proposed changes in the Working Environment Act and National Insurance Act regarding follow-up of employees on sick leave entail? Here are answers to 21 questions relating to the content of Proposition 89 L regarding quicker follow-up

National Budget 2018 - A Summary

12/10/2017 Article Ministry of Finance

Faced with the most severe oil and gas price slump in 30 years, the Government has over the last few years actively used fiscal policy to counter unemployment. This has worked as intended. Targeted fiscal policy has, along with low interest rates

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13/11/2017 Article Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries

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