MPs from the Progress Party and Conservative Party proposed giving municipalities standing authority to permit alcohol sales between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. during international top-level sports championships with Norwegian participation. The Standing Committee on Health and Care Services, backed by a majority (Labour Party, Socialist Left Party, Centre Party, Red Party, and Christian Democratic Party), recommends that the Storting reject the proposal. The Progress Party and Conservative Party minority argue the measure would provide necessary flexibility for municipalities when Norway participates in championships with significant time differences, such as the 2026 football World Cup.
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Section 4-4, sixth paragraph, shall read: When Norway participates in international top-level sports championships held with significant time difference from Norwegian time, the municipal council may, upon application, deviate from the prescribed drinking hours. Drinking hours may be extended to between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m. It is a condition that the establishment manages alcohol sales in a responsible manner. Current paragraphs six, seven, and eight become paragraphs seven, eight, and new paragraph nine.
The law enters into force 1 June 2026.
The private member's bill is not approved.