Two centuries of Viking raids into Europe tapered off following the adoption of Christianity by King Olav TRYGGVASON in 994; conversion of the Norwegian kingdom occurred over the next several decades. In 1397, Norway was absorbed into a union with Denmark that lasted more than four centuries. In 1814, Norwegians resisted the cession of their country to Sweden and adopted a new constitution. Sweden then invaded Norway but agreed to let Norway keep its constitution in return for accepting the union under a Swedish king. Rising nationalism throughout the 19th century led to a 1905 referendum granting Norway independence. Although Norway remained neutral in World War I, it suffered heavy losses to its shipping. Norway proclaimed its neutrality at the outset of World War II, but was nonetheless occupied for five years by Nazi Germany (1940-45). In 1949, Norway abandoned neutrality and became a member of NATO. Discovery of oil and gas in adjacent waters in the late 1960s boosted Norway's economic fortunes. In referenda held in 1972 and 1994, Norway rejected joining the EU. Key domestic issues include immigration and integration of ethnic minorities, maintaining the country's extensive social safety net with an aging population, and preserving economic competitiveness.
Norway is a parliamentary constitutional monarchy.
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Displaying 11 - 15 of 60Decree relative to communications pursuant to the Pollution Act (No. 1327 of 1983).
This Decree of the Ministry of Environment provides for the communication of projects and operations which may cause acute or substantial pollution problems. All operations listed in section 3 shall be communicated to the State Pollution Supervision and Control Agency. They include production of pesticides and chemical fertilizer (urea). Communication of plans or operations shall include information specified in section 3. Risk assessment and information regarding pollutant contents shall be included in the communication. (6 sections)
Delegation No. 1189 of authority to the City of Oslo for 4 outdoor areas.
In adherence to article 3 of Forest Act, the Climate and Environment Ministry delegates authority for the protection of four specific (see Regulations) Oslo outdoors areas.
Regulation No. 1230 on protection of Kristiansten Fortress, Trondheim, Sør-Trøndelag.
The purpose of this Regulation is to ensure protection of Kristiansten Fortress, in Trondheim. This permanent protection scheme shall enable the keeping of the Fortress’ parts (external and internal) and its related land intact. This will ensure the protection of the historical and cultural heritage values of the Fortress from 1681 until today. Article 1, section 2 indicates a map of Kristiansten Fortress' buildings, walls, foundations, and other parts.
Implements: Act No. 50 of 1978 concerning the Cultural Heritage (Cultural Heritage Act). (2011-03-03)
Regulation No. 1426 on fees for planning, sharing, construction and sectioning cases, Båtsfjordbruket Municipality, Finnmark.
Båtsfjord council has adopted new regulations for planning, sharing, construction and sectioning issues in adherence to Planning and Building Act. Regulations may be obtained in its entirety by contacting Båtsfjord municipality, Hindberggata 18, 9990 Båtsfjord, tel: 78 98 53 00 or on the council website www.batsfjord.kommune.no.
Regulation No. 1175 on the Protection of Hauktjern outdoor urban area, Oslo.
The purpose of this Regulation aims at conservation the quality of outdoor recreational areas without interfering their topography, the presence of swamps, lakes, streams, and hills. The area offers a large proportion of old forest without recent forest interventions. The area also consists of larger cultural heritage and a diverse wildlife. The outdoor recreational area covers a total area of 3 674 acres. The boundaries are shown in a map at a scale of 1:15 000. The exact boundaries of the area shall be marked in the forest.