The Norwegian Post and Telecommunications Authority
Norwegian Post and Telecommunications Authority (NPT) is an autonomous administrative agency under the Norwegian Ministry of Transport and Communications, with monitoring and regulatory responsibilities for the postal and telecommunications markets in Norway. The NPT is self-financed, primarily through fees and charges.
Mission
The NPT's mission is to:
secure end-users access to high-quality basic postal and telecommunications services at reasonable charges by promoting effective competition in the postal and telecommunications markets
follow up and develop national frequency plans, co-ordinate Norwegian frequency planning with the international efforts, award frequencies and monitor that the use of frequencies in Norway conforms with the requirements
monitor that the sale of radio and telecommunications equipment in Norway complies with the legislation in force, that the equipment is correctly used, and that it satisfies the requirements laid down nationally and internationally
carry out the national standardisation work in the postal and telecommunications sector and collaborate with international standardisation organisations
act as a pro-active adviser to the Ministry of Transport and Communications on issues arising in the areas of postal services and telecommunications
Tasks
The NPT's scope of responsibility is broadening. As of today, these are our principal activities:
Monitoring of compliance with the legislation, regulations and licence requirements
Supervising of telecommunications and postal services providers
