The youth environmental organization Natur og Ungdom, which translates to Nature and Youth, has publicly announced a sustained protest action. This action is set to begin on April 15. It coincides with parliamentary debates on Norway's revised national budget and fossil fuel subsidies.
Natur og Ungdom is coordinating with the group Extinction Rebellion Norway. Together, they have called for a 'civil disobedience action' at the Norwegian parliament building, known as Stortinget. The protest is scheduled to start at 08:00 on April 15. The groups have a specific demand for the politicians inside the building.
Their primary demand is the complete removal of fossil fuel subsidies from the state budget. The police have been formally notified about the planned protest action. A spokesperson for the activist groups was cited in a press release. According to the announcement, the spokesperson stated, 'We will remain until our politicians choose the future over oil.'
The groups are prepared to continue their blockade for an extended period. Their stated goal is to directly influence the parliamentary debate and the final budget decision. The action represents a significant public demonstration against continued government support for fossil fuels.