Komitealle

Komitealle is a Norwegian term referring to the full membership of a standing or ad hoc committee. The word combines komité (committee) and alle (all), and denotes all individuals who hold seats on the committee and participate in its formal deliberations. The komitealle is the unit that has final responsibility within the committee’s remit, in contrast to subcommittees or working groups that may handle specific tasks.

The role of the komitealle typically includes setting priorities, approving work plans, reviewing recommendations from subgroups, and making final decisions on matters within the committee’s mandate. Decisions are usually taken by majority vote, subject to quorum requirements and the organization’s rules of procedure.

Composition commonly includes a chair or chairperson, one or more deputy chairs, ordinary members, and often a secretary or administrative support who records minutes and coordinates meetings. Some organizations also designate observers or representatives from related bodies.

Procedural aspects: meetings of the komitealle are held at regular intervals or as needed. Minutes are taken and stored for accountability, and decisions may be documented in written resolutions. While subcommittees may conduct detailed work, the komitealle retains ultimate authority and oversight.

Variations: the precise use and naming of the term vary by organization and country. In many Norwegian contexts, komitealle serves as a neutral shorthand for the collective assembly of committee members, underscoring the collective nature of decision-making and accountability.