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Norway 2027 state budget proposal and maritime impacts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Norway marine industry reports mixed trends in waste recycling and fish landings

The Norwegian government has proposed a 2027 state budget that includes significant funding reductions across several sectors. Proposed cuts include 11.4 percent for the Ministry of Climate and Environment and 10 billion

Alcohol regulation debates in Denmark and Norway

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Denmark: Organizations propose stricter alcohol rules for youth

In Denmark, legislative efforts have focused on two different directions regarding alcohol. A draft for a modernized restaurant law was sent for consultation to reduce bureaucracy, proposing that alcohol licenses be auto

Norway labor shortages and service challenges

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Norway faces labor shortages across key sectors

Norway is experiencing significant labor shortages across multiple sectors. A Nav survey from spring 2025 estimated that businesses lacked approximately 39,000 employees, with the largest deficits found in health and soc