Norwegian Bar

The inherent structural tensions and problems of the EEA arrangement have been overcome by the very pragmatic approach of the EEA community and the domestic courts. The author indicates different factors that may lead to problems from a Norwegian perspective in the future. It is the author’s opinion that problems may arise in general due to the differences in legal method, especially if the EEA legal method is not more systematically incorporated in Norwegian curricula. The introduction of supranational EU financial institutions may also cause fundamental constitutional issues in Norway. Finally the reluctance of Norwegian courts to refer cases may become more problematic, especially for private operators relying on fundamental rights under EEA law. Although pointing out potential problems for the EEA community, the author has a positive outlook for the EFTA pillar. Any problem that may arise will be solved in the EEA community’s customary fashion.