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Michael Barrett
Editor, The Local DenmarkMichael hails from Suffolk but moved to Aarhus in 2007, and has since lived in Copenhagen and Vejle. He joined The Local in 2015 and is the editor of The Local Denmark. He has also worked in Denmark as a business reporter and travel writer.
See all our journalists at The Local europe.- Email: michael.barrett@thelocal.com
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Election latest: Denmark set for coalition talks after PM misses out on majority
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats came out on top in the general election on Tuesday, but neither the left nor right bloc gained an overall majority. That means coalition talks lie ahead.
Inside Denmark: Which election policies could tip the scales in 2026?
Our column Inside Denmark takes a closer look at the stories we’ve been talking about over the last seven days. This week, the policies for which the 2026 election might be remembered.
What issues could decide the 2026 election in Denmark?
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called a general election in Denmark to take place on March 24th. Which issues and questions could prove crucial?
What has changed after Denmark and Greenland’s talks in Washington?
There was a cautious sense of relief in Denmark and Greenland after Wednesday’s high-level talks in Washington, D.C. Will the meeting have any lasting effects?
'Angry and embarrassed': Americans in Denmark react to Trump's Greenland threats
From outrage to support, our American readers in Denmark shared their views about US President Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland.
Denmark backed by European NATO countries as Greenland threat rises
Six major NATO member states joined Denmark on Tuesday in saying the United States must abide by the alliance’s rules amid escalating tensions over Greenland.
'Everything will be over': Denmark’s PM says US must not annex Greenland
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says a US annexation of Greenland, a sovereign part of the Kingdom of Denmark, would mean that 'everything would be over' as parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee was summoned to an extraordinary meeting in Copenhagen.
EXPLAINER: Why is Greenland a part of the Danish Kingdom?
US President Donald Trump has repeated that he wants to annex Greenland, a move which would be against the wishes of Greenlanders. But why was the territory ever ruled by Denmark in the first place? The US itself plays a key role in the explanation.
Danish PM says US must stop 'threatening' Greenland
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called on the United States to stop "threatening its historical ally" following President Donald Trump's statements that he "absolutely" needed Greenland.
Eight brands you didn’t know were Nordic and two that wish they were
Plenty of Scandinavian brands have made it overseas, but did you realise these companies have Nordic origins?
Inside Denmark: Why I'm worried I'll never be granted Danish citizenship
Our column Inside Denmark looks at our most talked-about stories of the last seven days. This week, increasingly bleak prospects for the average applicant for Danish naturalisation.
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.
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.
Denmark's Social Democrats lose hold on Copenhagen in local election defeat
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's Social Democrats reeled Wednesday from a stinging blow after local elections saw them lose their more than 100-year hold on the capital and almost halve the municipalities under their control.
Denmark’s 'jewellery law' raises minimal revenue in decade since inception
Denmark's 'jewellery law', introduced in 2016 to allow authorities to seize valuables from asylum seekers to help fund their protection, is reportedly providing inspiration for a strict new approach by the UK government. How beneficial has the law been for Denmark?
Denmark and Sweden fail in attempts to annul EU-regulated minimum wage
Denmark and Sweden have not succeeded in their efforts to have the EU’s minimum wage directive fully annulled after a ruling by the European Court of Justice on Tuesday, but appear likely to remain unaffected by it.
Why do governments across Europe want to copy Denmark's immigration policies?
Reports in the UK this weekend suggest that the Labour government is set to base a new, stricter approach to immigration on policies set by Denmark's Social Democrats. Why is the Danish party seen as a model for success?
Denmark extends temporary German border controls into second decade
Denmark’s Justice Ministry has announced a new six-month extension of temporary controls on the country’s border with Germany.
Five things the election result tells us about Norway in 2025
Norway’s parliamentary election saw an overall win for the left bloc of parties, while the far right Progress Party surged. What does the result reveal about the situation in the country?
What happens next in Norway after left-wing bloc wins election?
With the left ‘bloc’ of parties headed by Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre’s Labour party on course to take a majority of seats in Norway’s election on Monday, what can we expect to happen next?
Norway's left-wing bloc wins 2025 parliamentary election
Norway's left-wing bloc, led by incumbent Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, has won Monday's national election by a narrow five-seat margin with almost all the votes counted.
Inside Denmark: Education minister slammed for 'shameful' description of kids
Our weekly column Inside Denmark looks closer at some of the stories we’ve been talking about in the last seven days. This week, organisations and school experts have been lining up to reprimand Education Minister Mattias Tesfaye.
How close is Norway’s parliamentary election going to be?
With just under two weeks to go until Norwegians head to the polls in parliamentary elections, a new poll shows that the race is incredibly tight.