On April 10, the Norwegian government presented Part II of its prevention and treatment reform in the field of drug policy. The proposed legislation addresses the criminal and procedural aspects of the reform, aiming to ensure that individuals with serious and long-term drug problems are not punished for their illness. At the same time, the government maintains that drug use should remain illegal to prevent initiation, particularly among youth.

Norway enforces fines for illegal alcohol ads on social media, hitting influencers and businesses that break the law.

New Norwegian dietary guidelines advise minimizing alcohol intake due to health risks, noting no level of alcohol consumption is truly safe.