Sports president reacts to police bills: – Frustrating

The president of the sports federation is reacting to the costly police bills that are required for the upcoming ski championships in Trondheim, stating that it's frustrating for sports events to carry this expense. Zaineb Al-Samarai explained in a statement that it is inappropriate for sports organizations to pay for police presence during competitions, as maintaining public safety at sporting events should be regarded as part of the community duty of the police. The lack of government support for such costs is in line with usual practices in Norway, yet Al-Samarai emphasizes the implications of such expenses on event organizers, creating additional financial burdens that are difficult to bear. She advocates for a reevaluation of how police presence is funded during major sports events, underlining that this should ideally come from government resources rather than local sports clubs.