Fredrikstad kommune in the news

Fredrikstad municipality reduces social assistance by 5%, causing political controversy over its impact on vulnerable residents and employment incentives.

Fredrikstad municipality found unreported emissions from a local plant increased its greenhouse gas totals, impacting its ambitious climate reduction goals.

Fredrikstad municipality's plan to centralize drug addicts at Kiæråsen is criticized for hindering rehabilitation and individual recovery by concentrating vulnerable individuals instead of offering tailored support and diverse housing options.

Fredrikstad municipality projects a 110 million NOK surplus for the current year, driven by lower pension costs despite operational overspending and record debt.

Fredrikstad municipality reported significant vandalism at Fredrikstad Stadium after a recent derby match, with broken mirrors and numerous damaged seats, and is seeking compensation for the repair costs.

Fredrikstad kommune clarifies the urban development plans for the former shipyard area, defending Parkgata's width and outlining infrastructure costs and funding distribution among landowners for the new city district.

FFK is negotiating with the municipality regarding the artificial turf pitch at the stadium, citing safety concerns.

Torp Marinepark AS is uncertain about the future of its large housing project in Fredrikstad due to new environmental requirements from the municipality, which could lead to increased costs and reduced affordability.

Fredrikstad kommune is implementing camera surveillance and other measures in three schools to combat vandalism, following positive results in a similar project in Trondheim.

Fredrikstad municipality was ordered to increase the salary of an SFO leader after a tribunal ruled it violated equal pay laws, establishing a significant precedent for valuing responsibility for people as much as for machines.

A top manager in the municipality resigned after only three weeks, prompting a new recruitment process.

Fredrikstad municipality has implemented a temporary ban on AI glasses for employees working with children and youth, and for children themselves, amidst a national debate on their use.

The article discusses how financial disparities among Norwegian municipalities, especially impacting Fredrikstad, are creating an American-like postcode lottery for children's future opportunities.

An attorney questions the independence of an investigation into the ferry service being conducted by Fredrikstad municipality's regular law firm.

Fredrikstad municipality is pressing the Ministry of Local Government and Regional Development for a decision on the Viken Park case after an eight-month delay.

Fredrikstad municipality is likely shelving a plan to collaborate with Sarpsborg on pension fund management due to increased risk concerns raised by the municipal director.

Fredrikstad municipality is evaluating a voluntary lobby register to enhance transparency, but concerns exist regarding its accuracy and potential to deter public contact.

Fredrikstad municipality plans to plant green belts in the Øra area to protect residents from industrial impact.

Michael Rummelhoff, Hvaler's HR manager, is one of 23 applicants for the HR manager position at Fredrikstad kommune.

Fredrikstad municipality's debt figures should include the 2.3 billion kroner loan of its municipal enterprise Frevar, for which the municipality is fully liable.