Today in Denmark: A roundup of the news on Thursday
Find out what's going on in Denmark today with The Local's short roundup of the news in less than five minutes.
FOR MEMBERS
Five factors that will shape your life in Europe in the 2020s
From the pandemic to political shocks, we've come to expect the unexpected. But what are the big trends that will shape your quality of life and your career in Europe this decade? We take a look with some help from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE).
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Danish government refuses to intervene over soaring house prices
The government has decided against following advice from a guidance board suggesting it intervene in the country’s housing market.
International careers: top tips for improving your communication skills
Ever found pursuing an international career creates certain challenges when it comes to communication – or, should we say, miscommunication? Two experts at the University of Cambridge guide you through how to become a better communicator and avoid the pitfalls of international workplaces.
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EXPLAINED: What’s the difference between getting Danish citizenship and becoming a permanent resident?
With the pandemic causing high levels job insecurity and ever-changing immigration laws, gaining permanent residency or citizenship in Denmark could give many foreigners peace of mind. But what’s the difference between the two and how do you know if you are eligible?
Why mastering English isn’t all good news for Danish workers and their companies
While learning English is clearly an advantage for Danish workers, mastering the language of Shakespeare isn't enough for companies that export to Germany.
Why does Denmark have so many job vacancies?
The number of job vacancies in Denmark is at its highest level for over a decade, according to new figures released on Thursday.
PARTNER CONTENT
How to find work when you’re new to a city
OPINION: We moved abroad, but we should still get our vote
People living abroad often retain strong links to their home countries. They should also get a vote, argues James Savage.
What’s in store for Scandinavian airline SAS? New boss reveals latest report
Scandinavian airline SAS said travel is slowly increasing but "significant challenges" remain ahead.
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The Local’s Confronting Coronavirus series nominated for major European media award
A series of solutions-focused articles in which The Local’s journalists took an in-depth look at responses to the coronavirus pandemic has been shortlisted for the European Digital Media Awards 2021.
Denmark to study infectiousness of UK Covid variant: SSI
Denmark's infectious diseases agency SSI is setting up a study which it hopes be able to determine whether the UK variant of Covid-19 is 70 percent more transmissible, with the first results expected within "one or two weeks".
UPDATE: UK says European travellers with mixed Covid doses do now count as ‘fully vaccinated’
After much confusion, criticism and contradictory messages the UK government has discreetly changed its Covid border rules - meaning that those vaccinated in Europe with mixed doses are considered fully inoculated and therefore can avoid quarantine.
