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EXPLAINED: How different is the Norwegian prison system really?
Dec 13, 2023 · Norway's prison service is not cheap, but it is also not that much more expensive than those of countries with much worse results. According to the Correctional Service's 2022 report, a place in a high-security prison costs 1,238,000 kroner (€104,000) in 2022, while a place in a low-security prison costs 878,300 kroner (€74,000).
EXPLAINED: How Norway could be impacted by Russia's invasion …
Feb 24, 2022 · Norway has condemned the Russian invasion of Ukraine. "This attack is a serious violation of international law and endangers the lives of innocent people. The Russian authorities have full responsibility for throwing Europe into this very dark situation. Therefore, Russia must immediately stop its military actions and respect Ukraine's ...
Two killed in Oslo 'terror attack': What we know so far - The Local …
Jun 25, 2022 · A statement from Oslo Pride on Facebook in light of last night's shooting. Two people were killed and 21 others wounded in shootings at several bars in central Oslo in the early hours of Saturday in an incident described by police as a "terrorist attack". Here's what's known about what happened, the suspect and possible motive.
Latest News from Norway - The Local
The new flight routes to and from Norway this winter More than 30 new flight routes from Norway will be launched this winter, with the majority linking Oslo or Tromsø to popular European destinations.
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All the news about Bergen, Norway's second largest city as well as essential information for foreign citizens living there.
Everything you need to know about Norway's nine political parties ...
Aug 16, 2021 · The Red Party is furthest to the left out of any of Norway's parties. The Red Party advocates replacing capitalism with socialism. They have only had one candidate enter parliament, and that was in the 2017 general election. Like the Green Party, the Red Party will be hoping to reach the levelling seats threshold this time around.
IN NUMBERS: The Oslo boroughs where the most foreigners live
Nov 8, 2022 · Meanwhile, there were less than 700 people from Oceania in Oslo. Alna, in the northeast of the city, was the borough with the most foreign residents. Some 18,257 foreign residents were registered as living there in 2022. Afterwards, trendy Grünerløkka, located reasonably centrally, had the second highest number of foreign residents, with 17,631.
Major strike could ground flights at Norway's airports on …
Jun 10, 2024 · How the strike could affect different Norwegian airports. At Bergen Airport, all passenger traffic will cease if the strike goes forward, as is the case with Brønnøysund Airport.. Similarly, Førde Airport will close to all passenger traffic, though smaller private planes and helicopters will not be affected. At Kirkenes Airport, all traffic will be stopped on certain days, but on other days ...
What's the latest on Norway's plans for an exit tax?
Oct 7, 2024 · Key changes in the proposed exit tax rules. The government has maintained the basic model it previously unveiled but has introduced key changes to address some of the concerns raised during the consultation process.. Several major updates have been proposed. First, the minimum deduction is being increased.