Norwegian technology and defence company KONGSBERG has shared its experience with workplace alcohol prevention at a high-level meeting hosted by the government. The company emphasised the importance of supportive managers, early intervention and systematic cooperation with the Akan Competence Centre. Its approach combines clear workplace expectations with individual support, helping employees address substance use problems while maintaining safety and remaining in employment.

A new Helsinki study finds that risky alcohol use is now most common among older employees. More than one in three working residents aged 50–64 drink at risky levels, while alcohol problems have declined much more sharply among younger age groups.

Akan director argues that problematic alcohol use in politics should not only be treated as a matter of individual behaviour. The Storting is also a workplace, and early, caring leadership is essential when concerns arise.

Rise in workplace cocaine use concerns, with more cases reported to Akan. Linked to risky alcohol use, prevention efforts can address both.