HeyJaredLast Week in Denmark
Weekly newsletter on the latest socio-economic and political developments in Denmark
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The aim is not to take over the country but to divide NATO (opens the original)
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What did we learn this week?We now have more electric cars than diesel cars, with over 700k EVs on the road.House prices are expected to rise 8.6% in 2026.Blue-light glasses don’t prevent screen-related eye strain; taking regular breaks and blinking more is more useful.Letter from the editorThe series of “Welcome September” events is almost over for 2026, and Last Week in Denmark has been to more fairs than ever before. Aalborg, Kolding, Herning, Sønderborg, Odense, and, of course, International
Integration is a two-way street. Is Denmark ready to accept that? (opens the original)
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What did we learn this week?The European Commission wants children under 13 off social media and stricter rules for teenagers.A Danish film has won the Venice Film Festival’s top prize for the first time in 71 years.Police can now check disability parking permits with a new scanning app.Letter from the editor🤝 Is Denmark getting integration wrong? Mattias Tesfaye, the Socialdemokratiet (Social Democrats) parlia
We are in a very serious learning crisis. (opens the original)
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What did we learn this week?Denmark recorded its lowest-ever PISA results in reading, math, and science.Skilled workers are outpacing degree holders on pay with 22% wage growth over the last five years.Interest rates rise again in Denmark.Letter from the editorThe PISA results this week have raised the alarm b
No Farmers. No Food. No Future. (opens the original)
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What did we learn this week?From 2027, select workers from some non-EU countries will have a new work permit option.Non-EU students face tighter rules, including restrictions affecting work, family, and post-study job-search rights.Forced labor exists in ordinary Danish workplaces, with cases identified in restaurants, cleaning, construction, and nail salons.Letter from the editorPerhaps you saw this week the signs “No Farmers. No Food
Denmark is ours too (opens the original)
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What did we learn this week?More people working, wages rising faster than prices, and we’re spending more.Homeschooling has increased 6x+ in a decade, from ~400 children in 2016 to 2,500 in 2026.“Welcome September” events for internationals have started.Letter from the editorOn Thursday morning I got a very interesting call that I want to share with you.A former local political candidate with an international backgro
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