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Iverksetting av markaloven

4 September 2009

This legislation provides valuable information on the implementation of the Land Act, which aims to promote and facilitate outdoor activities, nature experiences, and sports while also preserving the boundaries of Marka and its diverse cultural and natural landscapes. The document outlines how the Act’s purpose affects local planning and decision-making, especially with regard to building and construction projects, whether they are approved or otherwise. The Act also provides guidelines for forestry, which is still regulated by the Forestry Act. Overall, this legislation is a valuable resource for professionals and enthusiasts

Naturmangfoldloven

19 June 2009

The aim of this legislation is to preserve diversity and promote sustainability in natural resource management. To this end, the government passed a critical piece of legislation known as the nature diversity act. The law was enacted with the objective of protecting and preserving Norway’s biological, geological, and landscape diversity. The act recognizes the centrality of the Norwegian people’s welfare and future in combination with nature’s long-term viability. The nature diversity act also protects Sami rights and culture, affirming the Sami people’s traditional land use practices. The law’s comprehensive approach

Markaloven

5 June 2009

This legislation aims to promote and facilitate outdoor recreation, nature experience, sports, and preservation of the natural and cultural heritage of Oslo and neighbouring municipalities. The law ensures that the border of the protected area, Marka, is preserved while maintaining a sustainable environment for other purposes. The law promotes eco-friendly living, protects flora and fauna, and maintains the varied landscape. The purpose of this law is to enhance access to nature and outdoor activities and to ensure that cultural and natural heritage sites are safeguarded. It aims to protect the

Rundskriv V-18N 2008

20 August 2008

This legislation aims to provide guidance on the management of cemeteries and burial grounds. It identifies problems caused by the burial of human remains enclosed in plastic wrappings, which prevent their decomposition. The document details the legal obligation for municipalities to manage and maintain burial grounds while also ensuring that there is a sufficient amount of land allocated to cemeteries. Furthermore, it encourages church councils to communicate with municipal authorities regarding issues of plastic grave conservation and capacity so that simultaneous and effective decisions can be made. The guidelines also

Kulturlova

29 June 2007

This legislation aims to establish the responsibility of public authorities to promote and facilitate a wide range of cultural activities, ensuring that everyone can participate in cultural activities, experience diverse cultural expressions and foster cultural heritage. The law emphasises the importance of preserving and promoting cultural diversity. It recognizes the value of cultural heritage as part of public wealth and as a basis for development, identity, creativity, and innovation. The legislation extends the management of cultural heritage to every level of authority, from local and regional to national and international.

Rundskriv V-17 B/2006

11 April 2006

The legislation brings updates to the Rent Subsidy Scheme for the restoration of Church buildings in Norway. The aim of the scheme is to provide financial support for the renovation of churches that are categorised as valuable cultural heritage. The document lays down the objectives, terms, conditions, and procedures for implementing the subsidy scheme. It also addresses the structures that will govern the application process and allocation of funds to the projects that meet political and technical requirements. The legislation outlines the eligible parameters for the renovation work to be

Gjennomføring av opphavsrettsdirektivet

15 April 2004

The legislation discussed in this text aims to implement the EU’s directive on copyright law within the Norwegian Copyright Act. The directive, issued as part of the EU’s efforts to protect the interests of copyright owners while also promoting the use of copyrighted works by others, looks to maintain balance between these two groups. The proposed legislation, therefore, also seeks to achieve similar balance between these interests in Norway. The legislation is of particular importance to the heritage sector, as it seeks to address copyright issues that often arise in

Europeisk kulturhovedstad

15 April 2004

The legislation in question focuses on European Capitals of Culture. This annual initiative is a chance to bring European citizens together, celebrating the diversity of European cultures. The programme was established by the European Union to promote a greater understanding of the peoples and cultures that make up the continent. Each year, one or two cities are selected as European Capitals of Culture, giving them the opportunity to showcase their cultural heritage to the rest of Europe. This document lays out the procedure for selecting cities to be European Capitals

Svalbardmiljøloven

15 June 2001

This legislation aims to maintain the unique environment and its elements on Svalbard island, preserving flora, fauna, landscapes, cultural monuments, and wilderness. This act considers all aspects of human intervention in land use, from waste management to motorised transport and tourism. The legislation comprises several regulations, covering topics like environmental pollution and waste control, wildlife reserves, and subsidies for nature conservation. There is also a regulation for mandatory dog restraint while on the island has been enacted. The Environmental Impact Assessment and the delimitation of planning areas also hold a

Kongelig resolusjon om Norges riksvåpen

22 June 2000

This legislation provides guidance on the role of Noregs riksvapen (national coat of arms) in public institutions in Norway. It outlines the official description and use of the Norwegian coat of arms, which should feature a gold lion on a red background with a gold crown on the head and axe in the paws. The crest is typically shield-shaped and should be displayed with a royal crown topped by a royal apple and cross. Moreover, all illustrations of the crest for official use must be approved by the Foreign Ministry,

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