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For the first time, Norway will have its own law on public authorities' responsibility for the use of interpreters. - Now we will finally put in place a clear set of rules to safeguard the legal security of the individual and contribute to proper help and services. Good communication is a prerequisite for us as a society to succeed in providing good and sound services to all citizens, says Minister of Education and Integration Guri Melby (V).
The current use of interpreters varies too much, including when it comes to the use of a qualified interpreter. This can have major consequences for the legal security of the individual. In the worst case, serious mistakes can occur, such as late diagnosis of life-threatening diseases or violations of fundamental rights, says Melby (V).
The bill contains, among other things, an obligation for public bodies to use an interpreter and a requirement to use a qualified interpreter when necessary...