Deputy to the Prime Minister of Norway facts for kids
The Deputy to the Prime Minister of Norway was a special job in the Norwegian government. Think of it like a helper or a stand-in for the Prime Minister. This role existed for short periods, specifically from 1985 to 1986 and again from 1997 to 2000.
When the Prime Minister was busy or away, the Deputy could step in to help lead the country. Before 1985, the Foreign Minister often acted as an unofficial helper to the Prime Minister. Even when there wasn't a formal Deputy role, other ministers in the government sometimes helped out, especially if they were from smaller parties in a coalition government.
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What is a Deputy Prime Minister?
A Deputy Prime Minister is a high-ranking official in a government. Their main job is to support the Prime Minister. They can take on some of the Prime Minister's duties. If the Prime Minister is unable to work, the Deputy might temporarily take over. This helps keep the government running smoothly.
People Who Were Deputies
Only a few people have officially held the title of Deputy to the Prime Minister in Norway. Here are the individuals who served in this special role:
Kjell Magne Bondevik
- When he served: October 4, 1985, to May 9, 1986
- Political Party: Christian Democratic Party
- Under which government: Kåre Willoch's Second Cabinet
- Fun Fact: Kjell Magne Bondevik later became the Prime Minister of Norway himself!
Anne Enger Lahnstein
- When she served: October 17, 1997, to October 8, 1999
- Political Party: Centre Party
- Under which government: Kjell Magne Bondevik's First Cabinet
- Important Role: Anne Enger Lahnstein was the first woman to hold this specific Deputy role.
Odd Roger Enoksen
- When he served: October 8, 1999, to March 17, 2000
- Political Party: Centre Party
- Under which government: Kjell Magne Bondevik's First Cabinet
- Note: Odd Roger Enoksen took over the role after Anne Enger Lahnstein.
After March 2000, the official position of Deputy to the Prime Minister of Norway was no longer used.
