Authorities in Norway's northernmost county, Finnmark, have put forward an unusual proposal. They have asked the European Commission to create a separate time zone that would add two hours to the day in the region.
The idea is the brainchild of Vadsø Mayor Wenche Pedersen. She hopes that the extra two hours a day will allow residents to spend more time outdoors enjoying the beauty of the Arctic, especially during the long polar night and increase the time spent with family and friends as it gets dark very early in the region.
However Pedersen's proposal has met with mixed reactions.
Supporters of the idea see it as an opportunity to improve the quality of life in the region and make it more attractive to tourists and potential residents.
Opponents, however, consider it impractical and unnecessary as there might be potential problems with work schedules and other aspects of life.
The final decision on whether to create a new time zone in Finnmark will rest with the European Commission. It is important to note that changing a time zone is a complex process that requires approval at different levels.
If the proposal is approved, Finnmark would become the first region in the world to add two hours to its day.
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