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Work Environment and Safety in Norway

Most people work under good and safe conditions in Norway. Trends in Norwegian working life generally indicate a positive development, but there are still significant differences in working environment conditions between various occupational and

Discrimination based on ethnicity, religion or belief

The Government will prevent and combat racism and ethnic discrimination in Norwegian society. Racism and discrimination lead to fewer voices being heard and fewer perspectives being presented. Racism and discrimination can be an obstacle for an

Whistleblowing in the Foreign Service

Employees are encouraged to report any illegal actions, unethical conduct or other issues of concern in the Foreign Service.

Norway provides new contribution to support Moldova's resilience this winter

Moldova is facing a challenging winter. The country is especially vulnerable due to increased energy prices and uncertainties regarding gas supplies in 2025. Norway is now providing a new contribution of 60 million NOK through the World Bank’s

Norway and Germany sign agreement on space cooperation

During a visit to Haakonsvern on 2 December, Norwegian Defence Minister Bjørn Arild Gram and German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius signed a letter of intent aimed at strengthening space cooperation and the partnership between Norway and Germany.

Norway switches on Arctic Broadband Network

With two Norwegian satellites launched this summer, the Armed Forces can now communicate more effectively and operate with greater efficiency in the High North.

Norwegian involvement in the World Health Organisation

The World Health Organization (WHO) is the United Nations specialized agency for health. Norway has been actively involved in the WHO since the organization was established April 7, 1948.

Interpreting in the public sector

The Ministry innenfof Labour and Social Inclusion has the main responsibility for arranging for interpreting to and from Norwegian and other spoken languages in the public sector.

Labour Immigration

Labour immigrants bring essential skills to the Norwegian labour market and help meet the demand for labour in many sectors in Norway. They are a diverse group working within various professions. Many labour immigrants settle in Norway, while others

Additional NOK 1 billion to Norwegian organisations for emergency relief efforts in Ukraine

Ukraine is in the midst of another cold winter of war. The Norwegian Government is now providing close to NOK 1 billion to seven Norwegian humanitarian organisations to support their emergency relief efforts in Ukraine.

The Norwegian Technical Calculation Committee for Wage Settlements

The Norwegian Technical Calculation Committee for Wage Settlements (TBU) is responsible for laying the foundation for the best possible shared understanding of the situation in the Norwegian economy between the social partners.

Unemployment Benefits

Unemployment benefits provide partial coverage of lost income during periods of unemployment.

State Ownership Report 2023

Labour Market Policy

Labour market policy is intended to provide a good supply of labour, reduce and prevent unemployment, prevent people from leaving the labour market and from being permanently excluded. Income security for people who are temporarily without earned

Strengthening Norway’s strategic cooperation with the UK

‘The UK is one of Norway’s most important allies. These are challenging times, and we are now taking steps to further strengthen our bilateral ties. The new cooperation agreement sets the direction for us to work together to safeguard common

Strengthening the Ukrainian Navy

Norway will provide NOK 2.7 billion to strengthen the Ukrainian Navy. The funding will, among other things, be used to protect people in Ukraine from attacks as well as for mine clearance operations and training of Ukrainian soldiers.

UK Prime Minister to pay official visit to Norway

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will be visiting Bergen together with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre on Monday 16 December.

Settlement of refugees

Settlement with public assistance is a voluntary service offered by the Norwegian government. The Norwegian Directorate of Integration and Diversity (IMDi) and municipalitices decides where refugees are setteled.

Sickness Benefits

Sickness benefits from the National Insurance Scheme provide compensation for lost income when you are unable to work due to illness or injury.

New Action Plan to Combat Racism and Discrimination Against Muslims

The Norwegian government has presented a new action plan with 30 measures to combat racism and discrimination against Muslims. The action plan also includes the authorities' efforts against racism and discrimination of Muslims outside of Norway.