First Fosen, now Førdefjorden: How many court rulings can the state ignore? Norway's government faces criticism for its response to Supreme Court decisions on indigenous rights, particularly concerning the Fosen wind farm.

The Norwegian state faces renewed scrutiny over its handling of indigenous rights following a Supreme Court ruling against the Fosen wind farm. Activists contend that the massive wind turbines violate the Sami people's rights to practice their culture, a claim the court has now upheld.

The Fosen case is the latest in a series of legal battles where the state has been found to be in violation of indigenous rights. This ruling comes after a similar decision concerning the Førdefjorden fjord, where the government's plans for a waste facility were also challenged on cultural grounds.

Critics question how many more court defeats the state can endure before fundamentally changing its approach. The core issue is whether the state will treat Supreme Court judgments as binding directives or merely as suggestions for further consultation. This ongoing tension highlights a significant conflict between national development projects and the constitutional rights of the Sami people.