The Norwegian Conservative Party (Høyre) has successfully secured a majority in favor of a contentious gender guide from the Norwegian Directorate for Children, Youth and Family Affairs (Bufdir). This guide offers recommendations for public employees on how to respectfully address and interact with transgender and non-binary individuals, emphasizing the importance of using neutral language and preferred pronouns. During a recent meeting, Høyre reiterated that the guide's recommendations are professional suggestions rather than enforceable regulations or mandates.

However, the Christian Democratic Party (KrF) proposed to abolish the guide, arguing that its recommended practices could create confusion among children and young people regarding gender identity. They believe that such guidelines should not be imposed on public service, and if Høyre had chosen to align with their proposal, it is likely that a majority vote for abolition could have been achieved. The debate centers on the balance between respecting individuals' identities and addressing concerns about societal confusion among younger demographics.

Høyre, however, maintains that the guide is simply about fostering respectful communication and understanding rather than imposing any restrictions on language. Tone Wilhelmsen Trøen, a representative for Høyre, emphasized that the recommendations do not involve banning any terms but advocate using language that aligns with an individual's identity, reinforcing the need for sensitivity in these discussions.