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People with Schengen residence can travel to Faroe Islands and Greenland without visa
Published: March 24, 2026 15:00
Third-country nationals who have a residence permit in Denmark or another Schengen country can now travel to the Faroe Islands and Greenland without a visa. The change was made after consultation with Faroese and Greenlandic authorities. Travelers with a…
U.S. seeks three new defense areas in Greenland
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/u-s-seeks-three-new-defense-areas-in-greenland/
Published: March 24, 2026 14:59
The United States is negotiating with Denmark for three new defense areas in Greenland, in addition to Pituffik Space Base, according to General Gregory Guillot, head of U.S. Northern Command. He told the U.S. Senate on March 19 that Denmark and Greenland…
An artist is offering voters payments to influence their vote as an artistic provocation
Published: March 24, 2026 14:59
On election day, artist Kristian von Hornsleth launched a project called “Democracy for Sale,” offering voters an original painting in exchange for a vote for Enhedslisten. Voters were asked to document their vote with a photo of their ballot. Hornsleth…
SAS introduces Starlink high-speed WiFi on board
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/sas-introduces-starlink-high-speed-wifi-on-board/
Published: March 24, 2026 14:57
SAS has started offering high-speed WiFi on its Airbus A320 aircraft, initially for EuroBonus members, who can connect for free through a partnership with mobile operator 3. The system uses Starlink satellites in low-Earth orbit and can provide speeds of…
“Internationals should be allowed to vote if they work and have lived here for years,” Danes say
Published: March 24, 2026 14:25
Many Danes believe that internationals should also be able to vote if they fulfill certain conditions. We ask the the opinion of the native population on allowing non-Danes to take part in elections
Looking for a job – Greater Copenhagen is greater than Copenhagen
Published: March 24, 2026 11:00
If you are looking for a job in the capital city area, your search should not stop at the Copenhagen Municipality. There are other opportunities a little farther away, writes David Zepernich, Director of Member Engagement and Communication at Medicon…
Sweden proposes easier deportation for migrants who break rules
Published: March 24, 2026 11:00
Sweden’s government, together with the Sweden Democrats party, is proposing new legislation to make it easier to revoke residence permits for migrants who do not follow rules. Migration Minister Johan Forssell announced the proposal at a press conference…
Party leaders debate canceled after parties withdraw
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/party-leaders-debate-canceled-after-parties-withdraw/
Published: March 24, 2026 10:59
A planned party leaders debate at Christiansborg has been canceled after ten political parties withdrew, according to TV 2, citing Ritzau. The debate was scheduled to take place late Tuesday evening or during the night after the election, but was called…
Easter travel expected to bring heavy traffic in Denmark
Published: March 24, 2026 10:58
The Easter holiday is expected to bring heavy traffic and longer travel times on roads across Denmark, according to a press release from the Danish Road Directorate. The holiday is one of the busiest travel periods of the year, as many people drive to…
Elm pollen season begins in Denmark
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/elm-pollen-season-begins-in-denmark/
Published: March 24, 2026 10:57
The elm pollen season has begun in Denmark, according to a press release from Asthma-Allergy Denmark. The organization said its pollen traps have measured a steady increase in elm pollen in recent days. The season usually runs from late February to early…
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen issues pesticide ban ultimatum: It is the speech of the election
Published: March 24, 2026 05:39
For the second consecutive election, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is campaigning for a national pesticide ban to protect drinking water. This time, she has declared the ban an ultimate requirement for her to lead a future government. While the “red…
Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen seeks royal investigator role after election
Published: March 24, 2026 05:39
Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen (Moderates) has announced his intention to serve as a “royal investigator” following Tuesday’s general election. Although he is not a candidate for prime minister, he aims to negotiate a government platform across the…
Wind turbines and enzymes put Denmark ahead in patents
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/wind-turbines-and-enzymes-put-denmark-ahead-in-patents/
Published: March 24, 2026 05:39
Danish patent applications rose by 5.2% last year to 2,672, ranking Denmark fourth in Europe per million inhabitants behind Switzerland, Finland, and Sweden. According to the European Patent Office, biotech firm Novonesis led Danish applicants, followed by…
More voters cast early ballots this election
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/more-voters-cast-early-ballots-this-election/
Published: March 24, 2026 05:36
More Danes in major cities are casting postal votes ahead of Tuesday’s general election compared to 2022. Data collected from municipalities shows increases in postal voting of 5.3% in Aarhus, 9% in Odense, 13% in Copenhagen, and 11.1% in Ikast-Brande.…
Bang & Olufsen lowers its expectations
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/bang-olufsen-lowers-its-expectations/
Published: March 24, 2026 05:35
Bang & Olufsen has lowered its 2025/2026 financial expectations after third-quarter revenue underperformed. Revenue growth is now projected between -3% and 0%, down from the previous forecast of 1% to 5%. While third-quarter revenue reached 621 million…
Danish stocks close in green as Trump delays attack
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/round-up/danish-stocks-close-in-green-as-trump-delays-attack/
Published: March 24, 2026 05:35
The Danish C25 index closed Monday with a 0.22% increase, reversing an early decline. The turnaround followed Donald Trump’s announcement that he was postponing attacks on Iranian power plants. On Truth Social, Trump reported “productive conversations”…
Polls are open: Denmark holds national election today. This is what you need to know
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-24/news/politics/polls-are-open-denmark-holds-national-election-today/
Published: March 24, 2026 05:00
The vote will decide the composition of the Folketing, Denmark’s national parliament, and set the stage for negotiations that will shape the country’s leadership for the coming years.
ICE agents begin helping with security at US airports
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/ice-agents-begin-helping-with-security-at-us-airports/
Published: March 23, 2026 15:01
On Monday, hundreds of ICE agents were deployed to 14 U.S. airports, including Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson, to address significant staffing shortages. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) confirmed the move, which followed an announcement by…
Ministry urges X on ballot despite new rules
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/ministry-urges-x-on-ballot-despite-new-rules/
Published: March 23, 2026 15:00
To ensure a vote is valid, the Ministry of the Interior and Health advises voters to place exactly one cross on their ballot. While rules updated in January 2024 now permit other markings—such as checkmarks, circles, or shaded boxes—a single cross remains…
Deputy Chairman of Liberal Party tried to delay controversial water report
Published: March 23, 2026 14:58
Economy Minister Stephanie Lose attempted to delay the publication of a Ministry of Environment report regarding drinking water protection. Correspondence obtained by Dagbladet Information reveals that Lose requested a government discussion before the…
Buses replace light rail during Ascension week
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/buses-replace-light-rail-during-ascension-week/
Published: March 23, 2026 14:57
Between Monday, May 11, and Sunday, May 17, buses will replace light rail services from Ishøj to Rødovre Nord. This suspension is part of preparations for the opening of the complete route from Ishøj to Lundtofte in August. Hovedstadens Letbane scheduled…
Podcast: an election about “nothing”? Denmark’s election explained, part 2
Published: March 23, 2026 11:00
The Copenhagen Post Election Special podcast ft. Sune Steffen Hansen
You may need an umbrella on election day Tuesday
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/you-may-need-an-umbrella-on-election-day-tuesday/
Published: March 23, 2026 10:59
People going to vote Tuesday will face clouds and rain in parts of the country, the Danish Meteorological Institute said Monday. Jesper Eriksen, duty meteorologist at the institute, said the week will start with autumn-like weather, including rain and…
Danish stocks fall after new Trump threats against Iran
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/danish-stocks-fall-after-new-trump-threats-against-iran/
Published: March 23, 2026 10:58
Danish stocks fell Monday morning after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran’s power plants if the country does not open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. The C25 index, Denmark’s leading stock index, was down about two percent…
More visitors give Tivoli record revenue
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/more-visitors-give-tivoli-record-revenue/
Published: March 23, 2026 10:57
Tivoli had slightly more visitors in 2025 than the year before, and the amusement park reported its highest revenue ever. According to Tivoli’s annual report, the park earned 1.345 billion kroner in 2025. Slightly more than 4.3 million people visited, the…
Sweden plans temporary cut in gasoline and diesel tax
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/sweden-plans-temporary-cut-in-gasoline-and-diesel-tax/
Published: March 23, 2026 10:56
Sweden’s government has proposed a temporary reduction in taxes on gasoline and diesel in response to rising fuel prices. The tax cut would take effect May 1 and last until the end of September. The proposal is supported by the three government parties as…
Denmark’s 2025 tax statement is now open
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/life-in-denmark/denmarks-2025-tax-statement-is-now-open/
Published: March 23, 2026 08:27
Last year, more than 25 billion DKK in excess tax was refunded to 3.8 million citizens. Refunds for the 2025 statements will be paid to citizens’ Nemkonto accounts starting 24 April 2026.
High oil and gas prices cost firms 113 billion this year
Published: March 23, 2026 05:39
According to an analysis by Dansk Industri (DI), Danish companies face an additional 113 billion DKK in costs by 2026 due to rising oil and gas prices. The transport and construction sectors are the most heavily affected. These price increases are driven…
Prime Minister and Defense Minister hit back at drone critics
Published: March 23, 2026 05:39
During a televised debate, Denmark’s government parties rejected opposition demands for the “truth” regarding last year’s drone activities that closed airports. Eight parties suspect the government exaggerated the threat and is withholding a report until…
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen favors cooperation over bloc politics
Published: March 23, 2026 05:39
During the election campaign, left-wing parties have pressured Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen to clarify whether she prefers a purely left-wing or a centrist government. In a recent speech, Frederiksen distanced herself from “block politics,” arguing…
One in five cars in Denmark is now electric
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-23/news/round-up/one-in-five-cars-in-denmark-is-now-electric/
Published: March 23, 2026 05:39
Electric vehicles now comprise 20 percent of passenger cars on Danish roads, totaling 583,320 vehicles. According to Mobility Denmark, this signifies a major transformation of the national fleet. The Tesla Model Y is the most popular model, followed by the…
Foreign Minister: Denmark to aid safe passage through Hormuz
Published: March 23, 2026 05:38
Denmark has joined a group of 20 nations aiming to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen stated the initiative warns Iran against blocking the strait and signals a desire for de-escalation. While supporting…
Tough on immigrants, uncertain on the economy: how your life may change under a centrist coalition government
Published: March 23, 2026 04:00
Surplus money to fund reforms is apparently gone. And while two of the three parties that could form a centrist coalition government are soft on internationals, the third - and also the largest - is becoming increasingly hostile toward immigrants at the…
Who can vote, what to vote for, where, when, and how: everything you need to know about the Danish political election happening this Tuesday
Published: March 21, 2026 07:00
On March 24, Danes and internationals will vote to elect the new Parliament, which will appoint the next Prime Minister and government to govern Denmark for the next three years.
Do’s and don’ts for Danes dealing with foreigners
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-21/life-in-denmark/dos-and-donts-for-danes-dealing-with-foreigners/
Published: March 21, 2026 06:00
Most internationals don’t know about “Week 27.” But they appreciate it when Danes explain how things work in Denmark and what the “right way” to do things is. These are the most important things you should (and shouldn't know) with internationals, writes…
Alternativet candidate assaulted after campaign event
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/alternativet-candidate-assaulted-after-campaign-event/
Published: March 20, 2026 15:00
Gitte Dreier Jacobsen, a parliamentary candidate for The Alternative, was followed and assaulted after a debate in Aarhus on Thursday. According to the party, several individuals pursued her while shouting accusations of animal cruelty. She was struck in…
“Vote Denmark back!”: This is how a right-wing coalition could run Denmark
Published: March 20, 2026 15:00
Tax cuts, stricter immigration rules and tighter public spending could define a right wing coalition, with clearer priorities but reduced flexibility in policy and governance.
The late King of Rock’s wife, Priscilla Presley, invites fans to talks in Denmark
Published: March 20, 2026 14:59
Priscilla Presley is visiting Denmark this weekend to share stories about her life with the “King of Rock,” Elvis Presley. She will give a sold-out lecture in Randers on Saturday, but will return in October for “An Evening with Priscilla Presley” in…
Danish Bandidos president convicted for continued operation of the gang
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/danish-bandidos-president-convicted-for-continuing-club/
Published: March 20, 2026 14:58
Ten high-ranking members of the banned Bandidos MC Denmark, including president Pelle Lindberg, have been sentenced to six months in prison for illegally continuing the club. The Glostrup Court found that the men held systematic monthly meetings in early…
Indian firms are lining up to take advantage Novo patent expiry
Published: March 20, 2026 14:57
Novo Nordisk’s patent for semaglutide, the active ingredient in its weight-loss medication, expires in India this Friday. Consequently, 40 companies are expected to launch cheaper versions, which doctors predict could more than double the number of…
Denmark drops to third place in new UN World Happiness Report
Published: March 20, 2026 11:00
Denmark has dropped one place to third in the latest World Happiness Report, as Finland remains the world’s happiest country for the ninth consecutive year. Iceland ranks second, while Afghanistan again places last. The report, widely regarded as the…
Sun to burn away morning fog during a calm weekend
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/sun-to-burn-away-morning-fog-during-a-calm-weekend/
Published: March 20, 2026 10:59
A weekend of beautiful, sunny spring weather awaits, inviting people into nature. According to DMI meteorologist Mille Jensen, just like Friday, Saturday, and Sunday will begin with fog across much of the country, which is expected to clear during the…
Majority of teachers in Denmark see drop in academic levels
Published: March 20, 2026 10:58
A survey by the Danish Teachers’ Association reveals that 62 percent of teachers believe primary school students have become academically weaker over the past five years. Chairman Gordon Ørskov Madsen calls this a “serious problem” affecting students’…
More people are reporting missing electricity refunds
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/more-people-are-reporting-missing-electricity-refunds/
Published: March 20, 2026 10:57
According to the Danish Consumer Ombudsman, an increasing number of consumers are complaining that electricity companies are failing to refund overpaid estimated (aconto) payments. While consumers pay estimated amounts in advance, they are legally entitled…
The right-wing party Liberal Alliance wants to cut 23 billion from public administration
Published: March 20, 2026 05:41
Liberal Alliance has presented an economic plan featuring 55.5 billion DKK in tax cuts. Key proposals include abolishing the middle and “top-top” taxes, lowering corporate tax, and making the first 5,000 DKK earned monthly tax-free. To fund these cuts, the…
Mette Frederiksen: addressing fuel prices will be a priority for the government after election
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/mette-frederiksen-room-to-ease-fiscal-policy/
Published: March 20, 2026 05:41
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that addressing rising fuel prices will be a priority for the government following the March 24 election. Potential measures include a fuel supplement for food checks, adjusted transport deductions, or a temporary…
Report: More pig space won’t hurt the Danish economy
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/report-more-pig-space-wont-hurt-the-danish-economy/
Published: March 20, 2026 05:40
Increasing space for conventional Danish pigs by 50% by 2031 would cost society 4.8 billion DKK annually, according to a Kraka Economics report. Although this may impact individual farmers, Professor Lars Gårn Hansen notes that pig production currently…
Amazon founder to automate production via AI
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-20/news/round-up/amazon-founder-to-automate-production-via-ai/
Published: March 20, 2026 05:39
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is in early discussions to raise $100 billion for a new fund to acquire manufacturing companies and use artificial intelligence to automate them. The fund aims to transform the industry by targeting sectors like chip production,…
“I was the hiring manager,” says career coach, “But it struck me, working with internationals, how hard it was for them. Which it didn’t need to be.”
Published: March 20, 2026 04:00
A Danish career coach saw how hiring really works in Denmark, and why it doesn’t work as easily for everyone. With her motto, “Not networking is not working,” Nischa Don Maak founded Career Club DK to help internationals in their job search.
Right wing party proposes ending permanent residence permits for foreigners
Published: March 19, 2026 15:00
The Danish People’s Party on Thursday presented a proposal to abolish permanent residence permits for most foreigners in Denmark and replace them with temporary permits. The proposal would mean that foreigners could no longer obtain permanent residence…
Diesel price reaches highest level ever in Denmark
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/news/round-up/diesel-price-reaches-highest-level-ever-in-denmark/
Published: March 19, 2026 14:59
The price of diesel in Denmark has reached its highest level on record, following developments linked to the conflict in the Middle East. Energy company OK on Thursday raised its list price for diesel to 18.39 kroner per liter, according to data cited by…
European Central Bank raises inflation but keeps interest rates unchanged
Published: March 19, 2026 14:58
The European Central Bank raised its inflation forecast for 2026 to 2.6 percent from 1.9 percent, citing higher energy prices caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East. The bank kept interest rates unchanged on Thursday but said the conflict has changed…
Six countries pledge to help in the Strait of Hormuz
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/news/round-up/six-countries-pledge-to-help-in-the-strait-of-hormuz/
Published: March 19, 2026 14:57
The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan have issued a joint statement declaring their readiness to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The countries condemned Iranian attacks on ships and infrastructure, noting…
How will a red government change your life as an international in Denmark?
Published: March 19, 2026 13:38
For Denmark’s left-wing bloc, securing a stable majority after the snap election on March 24, 2026 will not be a straightforward process. Polls indicate that a “red government” is more likely to emerge than a “blue government”, but it may once again depend…
Two public gatherings, a children’s literature festival, and one last visit to the city’s museums before summer – what to do this weekend in Copenhagen?
Published: March 19, 2026 11:00
This won’t be one of those weekends with many options. Yes, there are a couple of events that will allow you to spend a morning or afternoon outside. But this may also be the last weekend to visit the museums before summer arrives.
Mette Frederiksen open to using emergency brake against new refugee flow
Published: March 19, 2026 11:00
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said she is ready to use an emergency brake at the border if the war in the Middle East causes a new wave of refugees. The emergency brake was agreed after the 2015 refugee crisis and allows Denmark to refuse asylum…
Mette Frederiksen open to dropping to wealth tax
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/news/round-up/mette-frederiksen-open-to-dropping-to-wealth-tax/
Published: March 19, 2026 10:58
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says she is open to alternatives to the wealth tax the Social Democrats want to introduce. The tax is intended to fund the party’s school plan. In an interview with Jyllands-Posten, Frederiksen said Social Democrats are…
Large companies in Denmark’s food and agro-industry say that they have a shortage of workers
Published: March 19, 2026 10:58
Large companies in Denmark’s food and agro-industry say that a shortage of workers is limiting production and affecting jobs across the country. A survey conducted by Landbrug & Fødevarer in February 2026, with responses from 50 companies, shows that labor…
Black smoke rises from fire at construction site in Copenhagen
Published: March 19, 2026 10:57
Thick black smoke rose Thursday morning from a fire at a construction site in Nordhavn in Copenhagen. Copenhagen Police confirmed they were on the scene on Containervej. Authorities said the fire has now been extinguished, but emergency crews remain in the…
Danish Originals, S10E7: Christian Mathiasen
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/podcast/danish-originals-s10e7-christian-mathiasen/
Published: March 19, 2026 07:44
Former soccer player and market manager for Joe & The Juice Christian Mathiasen shares his thoughts on working in the Danish people-centric food and beverage company
Media: Denmark prepared for possible attack from the USA in January
Published: March 19, 2026 05:46
In January, Denmark prepared for a possible U.S. attack on Greenland. Danish soldiers were deployed with explosives intended to destroy runways in Nuuk and Kangerlussuaq to prevent U.S. military aircraft from landing troops if President Donald Trump…
Greenland may soon get parity in join Nordic Council
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/news/round-up/commission-to-review-greenlands-nordic-council-parity/
Published: March 19, 2026 05:45
A commission has been established to propose how the Faroe Islands, Greenland, and Åland can participate on equal terms in the Nordic Council and the Nordic Council of Ministers. This decision, announced this week, aims to update the 1962 Helsinki Treaty,…
Queen Margrethe’s appoints a new lady-in-waiting
Published: March 19, 2026 05:44
Starting in April, Lene Balleby will become Queen Margrethe’s new lady-in-waiting. Balleby, who served as the Royal House’s communications chief for 17 years until February 2025, will assist the 85-year-old former regent at official and private events. The…
Conservatives want to ease taxes and duties by 34 billion
Published: March 19, 2026 05:44
The Conservative People’s Party proposes cutting taxes and duties by 34 billion DKK annually to improve business conditions and reward employment. Key initiatives include reducing corporate tax from 22% to 17%, increasing the employment tax deduction, and…
Ecco reports loss for second year in a row
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/news/round-up/ecco-reports-loss-for-second-year-in-a-row/
Published: March 19, 2026 05:43
Danish shoe manufacturer Ecco reported a deficit for the second consecutive year, recording a loss of 24 million euros (approximately 180 million DKK) in 2025. Management described the result as “unsatisfactory,” noting that earnings across all markets and…
Royal couple unveils memorial plaque on Danish ferry
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-19/news/round-up/royal-couple-unveils-memorial-plaque-on-danish-ferry/
Published: March 19, 2026 05:42
During their six-day state visit to Australia, the Danish Royal Couple visited the Incat shipyard in Hobart, Tasmania. Accompanied by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, King Frederik and Queen Mary toured a new electric ferry. The vessel is one of three…
SAS cancels more flights due to high fuel prices
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/round-up/sas-cancels-more-flights-due-to-high-fuel-prices/
Published: March 17, 2026 15:00
SAS has cancelled numerous flights, including over 100 domestic routes in Norway and departures between Copenhagen and Oslo, due to rising fuel prices. Communications Director Alexandra Lindgren Kaoukji described these “short-term adjustments” as a direct…
2026 election sees fewer total candidates for Parliament, while the share of women running grows
Published: March 17, 2026 14:59
The proportion of women running for the Danish Parliament has reached a record high of 39.4 percent, according to the Ministry of Interior and Health. This marks the third consecutive election with a record-breaking percentage. While female representation…
Aarhus to implement cameras to catch red-light-runners
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/round-up/aarhus-to-implement-cameras-to-catch-red-light-runners/
Published: March 17, 2026 14:58
Aarhus will be the first city in Denmark to install red-light cameras as part of a pilot project by the Ministry of Justice and the National Police. The cameras will be located at the intersection of Edwin Rahrs Vej and Åby Ringvej, where many red-light…
Hospital AI tools interfere with doctors’ work and take away time from patients, KU research shows
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/round-up/road-directorate-sets-date-for-new-storstrom-bridge/
Published: March 17, 2026 14:57
Research from the University of Copenhagen reveals that AI-based documentation in Danish hospitals often increases workloads instead of saving time. Researcher Silja Vase found that speech recognition tools frequently mistranslate, forcing doctors to spend…
Five key issues that could swing the election result
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/politics/five-key-issues-that-could-swing-the-election-result/
Published: March 17, 2026 14:48
From pigs to pension, and wealth to water, the agendas that are likely to decide the 2026 general election could not look less predictable
European Tuesdays: Spotlight on Greenland
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/connect-club/european-tuesdays-spotlight-on-greenland/
Published: March 17, 2026 11:52
What role does Greenland play in Europe’s Arctic strategy, and how does it navigate geopolitics, and self-government in a changing world? Join us for this special edition of European Tuesdays, presented in collaboration with the Representation of Greenland…
The five rules for speaking up in a professional setting in Denmark
Published: March 17, 2026 11:00
In many Danish workplaces there is an unspoken expectation: if you have something valuable to say, you will simply say it. But how to do it?
Reported violent crime hits record high
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/round-up/reported-violent-crime-hits-record-high/
Published: March 17, 2026 11:00
According to Statistics Denmark, reported violent crimes reached a record high of 32,536 in 2025, a nine percent increase from 2024 and the highest level since 1990. Research professor Lars Højsgaard Andersen suggests this rise may reflect decreased social…
Mette Frederiksen: No government party proposed ending Prayer Day
Published: March 17, 2026 10:59
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that the Social Democrats did not originate the idea to abolish Great Prayer Day as a public holiday. This follows denials from government partners, the Moderates and Venstre. Frederiksen told DR that none of the…
Every third restaurant in Greater Copenhagen is committing electricity theft
Published: March 17, 2026 10:59
During recent unannounced inspections by the grid company Radius, one-third of restaurants in Greater Copenhagen were found bypassing their electricity meters. Out of 50-60 inspected eateries, a third committed electricity theft. Function manager Cäthe…
Sydbank cuts 84 jobs in new round of layoffs
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/round-up/sydbank-cuts-84-jobs-in-new-round-of-layoffs/
Published: March 17, 2026 10:58
AL Sydbank has announced another round of layoffs affecting 84 employees across the organization. An additional 50 staff members face “significant changes to their terms.” CEO Mark Luscombe stated that these redundancies result from the merger of Sydbank,…
Nordea to cut 1500 jobs, statement reads
Published: March 17, 2026 08:48
Nordea cuts 1,500 jobs as efficiency push targets five percent workforce reduction.
The Copenhagen Post Election Briefing
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/connect-club/the-copenhagen-post-election-briefing/
Published: March 17, 2026 08:48
Where is the election campaign heading – and what challenges will the next government inherit? The Copenhagen Post invites you to an afternoon briefing and discussion on the current Danish election campaign and the political landscape ahead of the next…
Four parties back rent cap as housing costs rise
https://cphpost.dk/2026-03-17/news/round-up/four-parties-back-rent-cap-as-housing-costs-rise/
Published: March 17, 2026 07:40
Four political parties are moving toward measures to limit rising rents in Danish cities, as new figures show sharp increases in housing costs and growing pressure on tenants. The Social Democrats said they are open to discussing a rent cap, joining SF,…
Red bloc increases lead in poll one week before the election
Published: March 17, 2026 05:50
With one week until the general election, a Voxmeter poll shows the red bloc pulling away from the blue bloc, reaching 49.1% (86 seats) against the blue bloc’s 43.9% (77 seats). However, as the red bloc still lacks the 90 seats required for a majority,…
Denmark wins gold at Euro chef championship
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Published: March 17, 2026 05:49
Denmark, led by chef Christian Wellendorf, won gold at the European Bocuse d’Or in Marseille. The team, including commis Gustav Spurré and coach Kenneth Toft-Hansen, qualified for the international final in Lyon in January 2027. Norway took silver and…
The Liberal Party (Venstre) to boost welfare with billions by 2030
Published: March 17, 2026 05:41
The Liberal Party Venstre has presented its economic plan, “Denmark in Safe Hands,” which proposes investing 25 billion DKK into welfare by 2030. Chairman Troels Lund Poulsen stated this investment exceeds demographic requirements, while the party also…
Troels Lund from The Liberal Party: We didn’t first propose holiday cut
Published: March 17, 2026 05:40
At a press conference on Monday, Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen stated that his party, Venstre, did not originally propose the abolition of Great Prayer Day during the 2022 government negotiations. Poulsen criticized Environment Minister Magnus…