Norway: Announced Government proposal to amend Personal Data Act to raise age limit for data processing consent

On 23 October 2024, the Norwegian government announced plans to raise the age limit for children’s consent to social media processing of their personal data from 13 to 15 years under the Personal Data Act. The proposal aims to protect children from harmful content, commercial exploitation, and the misuse of personal data. The government will present a consultation paper outlining amendments to the Personal Data Act.