NorwayArbeid 14 · Work, economy and sustainability
Can an employer dismiss a permanent employee without any reason?
In the exam (Norwegian)
Kan en arbeidsgiver si opp en fast ansatt uten noen grunn?
- aNo, there must be a valid reason, and it must be in writing.Nei, det må være en saklig grunn, og det skal skrives.Correct answer
- bYes, an employer never needs to give a reason.Ja, en arbeidsgiver trenger aldri å gi en grunn.
- cYes, if the employer says so orally one month in advance.Ja, hvis arbeidsgiveren sier det muntlig en måned før.
Why?
The Working Environment Act (arbeidsmiljøloven) protects employees against unfair dismissal. A dismissal must have a valid reason (saklig grunn), and it must be given in writing.
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