As part of the SpareBank 1 Nord-Norges's efforts to increase efficiency,
simplify operations and reduce costs, SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge consider it
sufficient to use one rating agency going forward.  SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge has
therefore requested for withdrawal of the ratings by Fitch Ratings. Please see
attached press release from Fitch confirming SpareBank 1 Nord-Norges's ratings.

For more information please contact:

CFO, Bengt Olsen, telephone +47 975 89 560

Head of Treasury, Ronny Løvberg Sørensen, telephone +47 971 05 220

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