Majority behind ”summer package”
A large majority of the parliamentary parties agree on the implementation of a summer package and a phasing out of the aid packages implemented to help Danish companies through the closure that followed Covid-19 and which continues to affect a large number of companies. On 15 June 2020, the government and the majority of the […]
Legal 500 names Mette Klingsten as one of the leading employment lawyers in Denmark
Mette Klingsten Law Firm is pleased to announce that Mette Klingsten has been named as one of the leading employment lawyers in Denmark in Legal 500. The Legal 500 assesses the strengths of law firms in over 150 jurisdictions. The achievement is particularly impressive as Mette Klingsten is one of only 2 lawyers named on […]
Notifiying employees to take holiday in connection with Covid-19
In certain circumstances the general rules regarding notification of holidays can be waived pursuant to the Holiday Act. Therefore, for companies experiencing acute order decline, job shortages and similar due to covid-19, it may be relevant to consider utilising the relevant provisions to notify employees that they should take a period of holiday at short […]
Guidelines on responsible layout of office workspaces for the purpose of reopening Denmark
On April 8, 2020, the Danish Business Authority prepared guidelines for the gradual reopening of office workplaces after Easter, so as to minimize the risk of contagion spread. As of April 14, 2020, employees of private companies are, once again able to physically meet at work, provided that such a meeting is fully justified. The […]
Alternatives to COVID-19 relief packages
The government in Demark has adopted a number of relief packages for companies and employees as a result of the outbreak of COVID-19. However not all companies will qualify for relief under the government schemes but still have the need to make cost savings. In those circumstances it will be necessary for companies to look […]
FAQ on the pay compensation scheme
The pay compensation scheme is in place to support those companies that experience exceptional financial hardship due to COVID-19 and face having to make redundancies of at least 30 per cent of the workforce or more than 50 employees as a result of the financial hardship. The scheme gives the company the right to temporary […]
COVID-19: Overview
Below is an overview of some of the most important questions and answers affecting employers and employees in connection with the outbreak of COVID- 19 in Denmark, along with an overview of the issues that you as an employer also need to be aware of . If you are looking for an answer that is […]
Coronavirus in the workplace
An outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Denmark has now prompted private employers to ensure that as many people as possible work from home, take time off in lieu or take a vacation. Furthermore, it is urged that only physical meetings, etc., are held when absolutely necessary and that other relevant measures are taken to ensure […]
Handling of coronavirus in the workplace
Many companies are preparing for a potentially larger outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Denmark. In this context, it is still the general employment rules that apply, and which companies can rely on, but it may be wise to take a holistic approach to the rules and the management of the employees’ potential worries. Employment law […]
Trends in collective bargaining
While several of the major agreements have been negotiated in place, collective bargaining between a number of employers’ organisations and unions continunes. Already, trends can be deduced from the agreements, which include, among other things, wage increases, increases in the contribution to the free choice account and earmarked parental leave. Industry sectors have traditionally been […]