The Standing Committee on Scrutiny and Constitutional Affairs proposes establishing an independent inquiry commission to investigate matters raised by the release of American documents about Jeffrey Epstein in January 2026. The commission would clarify facts relating to connections between the Epstein network and Norwegian government officials, consequences for Norwegian interests, foreign policy campaigns, and culture and practice within the foreign service.
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The Storting calls on the Presidency to present to the Storting a proposal for establishing an independent inquiry commission, including its mandate, name, and composition, to investigate matters and issues raised by the publication of the Epstein documents.
The Storting calls on the Presidency to present to the Storting a bill with necessary provisions governing the commission's work, case handling, and access to information.