Wolt strikes in Copenhagen, fathers take more parental leave and a US-backed oil drilling project in Greenland

This week on The Danish Connection:

We look at the recent strikes by Wolt couriers in Copenhagen, where riders are demanding better pay and working conditions. As many couriers push back against falling wages and rising costs, we explore what this says about the realities of gig economy work and whether “flexibility” truly exists for those relying on these jobs, especially migrants.

We also discuss a major shift in Danish family life, as fathers are taking significantly more parental leave than ever before. Following recent policy changes, we unpack how this is reshaping gender roles, workplace dynamics and long-term equality in Denmark.

Finally, we dive into new revelations uncovered in a Danwatch investigation about a US-backed oil project in Greenland, despite the country’s decision to halt new oil exploration. With plans moving forward and major investments involved, we discuss the environmental, political and global implications.

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