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Report suspicious activity to PST

PST relies on information from the public to protect Norway against threats. If you have a concern and you think PST should know about it, do not hesitate to contact us.

The information you provide can help us protect Norway from terrorism, espionage, sabotage and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. We ask that you use our suspicious activity form.

What kind of information does PST need?

You can report any kind of suspicious activity or behaviour to PST – even seemingly minor matters can be important. The information we collect helps us protect Norway. Your information or observations could be the final piece of the puzzle. We deal with many types of threats, so all kinds of information are useful.

Examples of suspicious activity you might report include:

Changed behavior

Someone changing their behaviour in a way that makes you concerned they may be planning a terrorist act.

Extreme views

Someone sharing extreme views online.

Unauthorised access

Someone attempting to gain access to information or locations they should not have access to, which is relevant to national security.

Critical infrastructure

Someone taking an unusually keen interest in critical infrastructure, such as airports, power facilities or IT systems.

These are just examples. Your information might relate to other areas of PST’s remit.

We will assess whether the information you provide requires follow-up. Once you have reported your concern, the matter becomes our responsibility.

What types of issues does PST deal with?

PST works to prevent and respond to incidents that could represent a threat to national security. We have particular responsibility for terrorism, e.g. radicalisation and extremism; threats against, for example, politicians and other dignitaries; espionage, e.g. the recruitment of agents or cyber-attacks; sabotage, e.g. attacks on dams or IT systems, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, e.g. nuclear or chemical weapons.

Read more about our areas of responsibility.

What happens after you report suspicious activity to PST?

When you report suspicious activity to PST, we will assess the information you provide, including the severity of the issue, whether others have reported the same matter previously, and whether further information is needed in order to follow up.

If you use our online form to report suspicious activity, you will receive confirmation that we have received this. You will probably not hear from us again. This does not mean that the information you provided is irrelevant or that we are not following it up.

Your information is treated confidentially

When you report suspicious activity, you must provide your name, telephone number and email address. This allows us to contact you if we have questions.

We take special precautions when children are involved

Information concerning children is important to us. It can help ensure that children receive help quickly, before the situation worsens.

When a reported concern involves a child, we take special precautions. Our follow-up is adapted to the child’s age and circumstances to ensure their safety and well-being. We work closely with the Norwegian Child Welfare Services, the health service and other relevant agencies to protect the child.

If we need to speak with the child, we ensure they are not subjected to unnecessary stress, and we work closely with their parents/guardians/carers.

 

What if you are bound by confidentiality?

You may have information that you cannot normally disclose because you are bound by confidentiality. Matters involving, or potentially involving, serious criminal activity may entail a duty to notify PST/the police in order to prevent serious offences. You can report a concern even if you are not certain or do not have definite evidence. Read more about the duty to prevent a criminal offence (plikt.no).

Do you have information for other authorities?

Is there anyone other than PST who should receive your information? The following bodies accept reports of life-threatening, suspicious or illegal activities:

The police

If you have information about potentially criminal behaviour, you can report it to the police.

Health and care sector

Do you have information about adverse events or serious incidents in the health or care sector? Members of the public and staff working in the sector can report concerns through the official reporting channels.

Norwegian Child Welfare Services

If you are concerned that a child is not receiving adequate care, you should submit a report of concern to the Norwegian Child Welfare Services. You do not need to be certain that something is wrong to submit a report of concern.

Norwegian National Security Authority (NSM)

You can report events that may have implications for Norway’s national security, for example if your organisation experiences a data breach.

Directorate for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning (DSB)

You can report electrical accidents and electrical injuries, accidents involving hazardous substances and accidents during the transport of hazardous substances.

National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crime (Økokrim)

You can report serious financial crimes or environmental offences to this authority.

Do you need help right now?

Emergency

  • Police – call 112 if you are in imminent danger.
  • Ambulance – call 113 if there is a medical emergency.
  • Fire service – call 110 in the event of a fire or risk of explosion.

Violence and abuse

  • Crisis centres – free, 24-hour crisis centres throughout Norway provide emergency support, shelter, advice and guidance.
  • Helpline for children and young people – call 116 111 for help if a child or young person is exposed to violence, abuse or neglect.

Mental health crisis

  • Accident and emergency clinic – call 116 117 in cases of acute mental illness.
  • Mental health helpline – call 116 123 if you need someone to talk to.

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Do you have new or additional information regarding the matter you reported?

Please contact us again and provide us with the updated details. Thank you for your information.