The Local Norway https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Norway in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders A landmark agreement has been reached by the European Parliament and Council on the reform of EU rules around customs that include new measures to tackle e-commerce from non-EU countries. What will it mean for consumers? https://www.thelocal.no/20260402/shein-temu-why-european-consumers-will-pay-more-for-cheap-online-orders Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:38:55 +0200 shein-temu-why-european-consumers-will-pay-more-for-cheap-online-orders Norway U-turns on plan to cut postal services to once a week The Norwegian government has backed down on its controversial plan for a new postal law that would have reduced mail deliveries to just once a week, after facing strong opposition during the consultation process. https://www.thelocal.no/20260318/norway-u-turns-on-plan-to-cut-postal-services-to-once-a-week Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:55:05 +0100 norway-u-turns-on-plan-to-cut-postal-services-to-once-a-week Norwegian government proposes cutting mail delivery to once a week Norway's postal service may soon deliver physical mail only once a week according to a government proposal that has raised concerns about the country’s readiness for emergencies. https://www.thelocal.no/20260121/norwegian-government-proposes-cutting-mail-delivery-to-once-a-week Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:15:08 +0100 norwegian-government-proposes-cutting-mail-delivery-to-once-a-week Norway set to cut postal deliveries to just one a week Norwegians, who have been quick to adopt online and digital solutions, may see their mail delivered only once a week if the government has its way. https://www.thelocal.no/20251107/norway-set-to-cut-postal-deliveries-to-just-one-a-week Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:34:24 +0100 norway-set-to-cut-postal-deliveries-to-just-one-a-week What are the rules for posting and receiving items in Norway When ordering items from overseas or bringing goods into Norway, it's essential to understand the rules, taxes, and procedures involved so you don't end up with a nasty shock or unexpected bill. https://www.thelocal.no/20231205/taxes-and-shipping-the-rules-for-sending-and-receiving-items-in-norway Tue, 05 Dec 2023 12:47:05 +0100 taxes-and-shipping-the-rules-for-sending-and-receiving-items-in-norway