The Local Denmark
@thelocaldenmark.bsky.social
Denmark's news in English 👋
www.thelocal.dk
www.thelocal.dk
Social Democratic ministers have defended Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, the party leader, after local councillors from the party said she should step down.
Danish PM Frederiksen defended by ministers after grassroots criticism
Social Democratic ministers have defended Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, the party leader, after local councillors from the party said she should step down.
www.thelocal.dk
November 27, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Social Democratic ministers have defended Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, the party leader, after local councillors from the party said she should step down.
The European Commission wants to make rail trips between major European cities faster and easier for international travellers, and has launched a new strategy with this aim in mind.
How rail journeys across Europe could be made faster in the coming years
The European Commission wants to make rail trips between major European cities faster and easier for international travellers, and has launched a new strategy with this aim in mind.
www.thelocal.dk
November 27, 2025 at 12:57 PM
The European Commission wants to make rail trips between major European cities faster and easier for international travellers, and has launched a new strategy with this aim in mind.
The growing threat from Russia and the risk of renewed conflict in Europe have thrown a spotlight on the continent's varied military service models.
Threat of war: Which countries in Europe have military service?
The growing threat from Russia and the risk of renewed conflict in Europe have thrown a spotlight on the continent's varied military service models.
www.thelocal.dk
November 27, 2025 at 12:39 PM
The growing threat from Russia and the risk of renewed conflict in Europe have thrown a spotlight on the continent's varied military service models.
Frederiksen loses backing among local politicians, Christmas charity packages handed out, Swedish teenagers on trial over grenade attack near Israeli embassy and more news from Denmark this Thursday.
Today in Denmark: A roundup of the news on Thursday
Frederiksen loses backing among local politicians, Christmas charity packages handed out, Swedish teenagers on trial over grenade attack near Israeli embassy and more news from Denmark this Thursday.
www.thelocal.dk
November 27, 2025 at 6:19 AM
Frederiksen loses backing among local politicians, Christmas charity packages handed out, Swedish teenagers on trial over grenade attack near Israeli embassy and more news from Denmark this Thursday.
This Danish word of the day is something you’d associate with a luxurious bath.
Danish word of the day: Skum
This Danish word of the day is something you’d associate with a luxurious bath.
www.thelocal.dk
November 26, 2025 at 2:34 PM
This Danish word of the day is something you’d associate with a luxurious bath.
The UK government has warned European travellers that they will be refused entry from February 2026, if they do not have the required ETA visa waiver.
'No ETA, no entry': UK warns of tighter travel rules for Europeans in 2026
The UK government has warned European travellers that they will be refused entry from February 2026, if they do not have the required ETA visa waiver.
www.thelocal.dk
November 26, 2025 at 2:07 PM
The UK government has warned European travellers that they will be refused entry from February 2026, if they do not have the required ETA visa waiver.
A Danish documentary to be aired on television Wednesday evening reveals overcrowded, malnourished and neglected pigs at farms run by some of Denmark's most influential farmers, broadcaster TV2 said.
Danish documentary exposes animal neglect at leading pig farms
A Danish documentary to be aired on television Wednesday evening reveals overcrowded, malnourished and neglected pigs at farms run by some of Denmark's most influential farmers, broadcaster TV2 said.
www.thelocal.dk
November 26, 2025 at 1:57 PM
A Danish documentary to be aired on television Wednesday evening reveals overcrowded, malnourished and neglected pigs at farms run by some of Denmark's most influential farmers, broadcaster TV2 said.
Over 13,000 foreign-owned companies in Denmark can be traced to countries across the world and have a record for international recruitment, according to national statistics.
IN NUMBERS: Denmark’s foreign-owned companies and where they are from
Over 13,000 foreign-owned companies in Denmark can be traced to countries across the world and have a record for international recruitment, according to national statistics.
www.thelocal.dk
November 26, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Over 13,000 foreign-owned companies in Denmark can be traced to countries across the world and have a record for international recruitment, according to national statistics.
Official meeting with the US in Greenland, new list of Denmark’s richest, election placards hit their removal deadline, and more news this Wednesday.
Today in Denmark: A roundup of the news on Wednesday
Official meeting with the US in Greenland, new list of Denmark’s richest, election placards hit their removal deadline, and more news this Wednesday.
www.thelocal.dk
November 26, 2025 at 6:36 AM
Official meeting with the US in Greenland, new list of Denmark’s richest, election placards hit their removal deadline, and more news this Wednesday.
Copenhagen is home to some of Denmark’s best-paying jobs and also some of the highest living expenses. We take a closer look at what’s considered a good wage in the capital.
What's considered a good salary in Copenhagen in 2025?
Copenhagen is home to some of Denmark’s best-paying jobs and also some of the highest living expenses. We take a closer look at what’s considered a good wage in the capital.
www.thelocal.dk
November 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Copenhagen is home to some of Denmark’s best-paying jobs and also some of the highest living expenses. We take a closer look at what’s considered a good wage in the capital.
Over 6,000 people hoping to become naturalised Danish citizens are set to take the country's citizenship test on Wednesday.
What are the questions like in Denmark’s citizenship test?
Over 6,000 people hoping to become naturalised Danish citizens are set to take the country's citizenship test on Wednesday.
www.thelocal.dk
November 25, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Over 6,000 people hoping to become naturalised Danish citizens are set to take the country's citizenship test on Wednesday.
People buying property in Denmark should keep in mind that house prices are not guaranteed to continue their current upward curve, the country’s central bank has warned.
Denmark’s central bank warns home buyers against banking on future prices
People buying property in Denmark should keep in mind that house prices are not guaranteed to continue their current upward curve, the country’s central bank has warned.
www.thelocal.dk
November 25, 2025 at 2:28 PM
People buying property in Denmark should keep in mind that house prices are not guaranteed to continue their current upward curve, the country’s central bank has warned.
Denmark’s intelligence community says the country still remains at a high level of threat from cyber attacks.
Denmark faces 'highest level of threat' from cyber attacks
Denmark’s intelligence community says the country still remains at a high level of threat from cyber attacks.
www.thelocal.dk
November 25, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Denmark’s intelligence community says the country still remains at a high level of threat from cyber attacks.
Government wants to help winter bathing clubs, job losses at tax agencies, farmers get response on feed dispute and more news from Denmark this Tuesday.
Today in Denmark: A roundup of the news on Tuesday
Government wants to help winter bathing clubs, job losses at tax agencies, farmers get response on feed dispute and more news from Denmark this Tuesday.
www.thelocal.dk
November 25, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Government wants to help winter bathing clubs, job losses at tax agencies, farmers get response on feed dispute and more news from Denmark this Tuesday.
By taking strategic annual leave in Denmark at Christmas this year you can get 12 days off work in a row, despite only using up three days of your annual allowance.
How to get 12 days off work in Denmark for Christmas 2025
By taking strategic annual leave in Denmark at Christmas this year you can get 12 days off work in a row, despite only using up three days of your annual allowance.
www.thelocal.dk
November 24, 2025 at 2:20 PM
By taking strategic annual leave in Denmark at Christmas this year you can get 12 days off work in a row, despite only using up three days of your annual allowance.
Next year's budget to get approval, winter tyre rules likely to apply, 'julehygge' and a full three days off around Christmas Day. Here are some things to look out for in Denmark this December.
KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Denmark in December 2025?
Next year's budget to get approval, winter tyre rules likely to apply, 'julehygge' and a full three days off around Christmas Day. Here are some things to look out for in Denmark this December.
www.thelocal.dk
November 24, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Next year's budget to get approval, winter tyre rules likely to apply, 'julehygge' and a full three days off around Christmas Day. Here are some things to look out for in Denmark this December.
The Social Democratic candidate for Mayor of Copenhagen in last week’s local elections, Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil, has announced she is leaving politics after defeat in the election.
Social Democratic mayor candidate in Copenhagen quits politics after defeat
The Social Democratic candidate for Mayor of Copenhagen in last week’s local elections, Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil, has announced she is leaving politics after defeat in the election.
www.thelocal.dk
November 24, 2025 at 1:21 PM
The Social Democratic candidate for Mayor of Copenhagen in last week’s local elections, Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil, has announced she is leaving politics after defeat in the election.
Passengers on Copenhagen’s metropolitan S-trains (S-tog) can travel for free on Sundays for the rest of this year using a special ticket within the DSB app.
Copenhagen’s S-trains made free every Sunday until 2026
Passengers on Copenhagen’s metropolitan S-trains (S-tog) can travel for free on Sundays for the rest of this year using a special ticket within the DSB app.
www.thelocal.dk
November 24, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Passengers on Copenhagen’s metropolitan S-trains (S-tog) can travel for free on Sundays for the rest of this year using a special ticket within the DSB app.
Compensation awarded for vision loss linked to Wegovy and Ozempic, Aarhus becomes cruise attraction, snow here for now and more news from Denmark this Monday.
Today in Denmark: A roundup of the news on Monday
Compensation awarded for vision loss linked to Wegovy and Ozempic, Aarhus becomes cruise attraction, snow here for now and more news from Denmark this Monday.
www.thelocal.dk
November 24, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Compensation awarded for vision loss linked to Wegovy and Ozempic, Aarhus becomes cruise attraction, snow here for now and more news from Denmark this Monday.
Danes are famously private, with neighbours offering no more than a quick 'hej hej' in the hallway if they’re unlucky enough to pass by at the same time. Small talk, known as 'småsnak', makes them very uncomfortable.
Sig hej: What are the real rules for greeting people in Denmark?
Danes are famously private, with neighbours offering no more than a quick 'hej hej' in the hallway if they’re unlucky enough to pass by at the same time. Small talk, known as 'småsnak', makes them very uncomfortable.
www.thelocal.dk
November 23, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Danes are famously private, with neighbours offering no more than a quick 'hej hej' in the hallway if they’re unlucky enough to pass by at the same time. Small talk, known as 'småsnak', makes them very uncomfortable.
Understandably, there's no such thing as a 'danish' in Denmark. But there's a reason the country's name is synonymous with flakey pastries worldwide — Denmark excels at treats.
Six sweet treats you should be able to identify if you live in Denmark
Understandably, there's no such thing as a 'danish' in Denmark. But there's a reason the country's name is synonymous with flakey pastries worldwide — Denmark excels at treats.
www.thelocal.dk
November 23, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Understandably, there's no such thing as a 'danish' in Denmark. But there's a reason the country's name is synonymous with flakey pastries worldwide — Denmark excels at treats.
After the UK government recently unveiled immigration plans inspired by another centre-left government in Copenhagen, The Local looks to Spain and considers how the hardline Danish model isn't the only way to respond to Europe's surge in anti-immigration sentiment.
How Europe's centrist governments can respond to the anti-immigration surge
After the UK government recently unveiled immigration plans inspired by another centre-left government in Copenhagen, The Local looks to Spain and considers how the hardline Danish model isn't the only way to respond to Europe's surge in anti-immigration sentiment.
www.thelocal.dk
November 22, 2025 at 12:59 PM
After the UK government recently unveiled immigration plans inspired by another centre-left government in Copenhagen, The Local looks to Spain and considers how the hardline Danish model isn't the only way to respond to Europe's surge in anti-immigration sentiment.
One further step was made this week towards the launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’, the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers.
EXPLAINED: What the approval of the EU Talent Pool means in practice
One further step was made this week towards the launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’, the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers.
www.thelocal.dk
November 22, 2025 at 10:04 AM
One further step was made this week towards the launch of the ‘EU Talent Pool’, the first digital platform that will match vacancies in shortage occupations in EU countries with non-EU jobseekers.
Our weekly newsletter looks at some of the stories we’ve been talking about most in Denmark. This week, disastrous local elections for the Social Democrats and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
Inside Denmark: How do the Social Democrats come back from local election rout?
Our weekly newsletter looks at some of the stories we’ve been talking about most in Denmark. This week, disastrous local elections for the Social Democrats and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
www.thelocal.dk
November 22, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Our weekly newsletter looks at some of the stories we’ve been talking about most in Denmark. This week, disastrous local elections for the Social Democrats and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
A faultless accent and broad vocabulary aren't the only ways to stop Danes immediately switching to English in your presence: these quirky interjections can help you fake fluency.
Strange noises you can make in Danish to sound like a local
A faultless accent and broad vocabulary aren't the only ways to stop Danes immediately switching to English in your presence: these quirky interjections can help you fake fluency.
www.thelocal.dk
November 22, 2025 at 7:24 AM
A faultless accent and broad vocabulary aren't the only ways to stop Danes immediately switching to English in your presence: these quirky interjections can help you fake fluency.