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Young Norwegians: Too much pressure and short deadlines increase sickness absence
In this year’s Working Life Barometer, young workers say they want less work pressure and more realistic deadlines. One in three thinks this would help reduce the high levels of sickness absence among young people.
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Finnish preparedness – a model for the Nordic region
Finland has been engaged in emergency preparedness since the 1940s and World War II, and crisis stockpiling never ceased. Today, Finland is more than happy to serve as a model for preparedness, supply stockpiling and civil protection.
8 minutes
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We adapt to be prepared
To adapt is never comfortable. We tend to prefer the status quo. But sometimes we have to, in order to be prepared for what is next. This time it is the turn of the Nordic Labour Journal. We hope you will enjoy our new website.
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Letters and key information delivered on the doorstep
In Evje og Hornnes municipality, postal workers knock on elderly people’s doors every week. They bring mail, useful information and a friendly chat. The pilot project “På dørterskelen” (On the doorstep) creates security for older residents, prevents digital exclusion and can become key to national preparedness.
7 minutes
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Swedish public libraries’ role in a crisis
Loved by many. Of no interest to others. Regardless, the Swedish public library is a socially vital institution which must be able to carry out its various functions even in times of crisis or war.
7 minutes
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When new security measures threaten trust in workplace democracy
Are new workplace security practices about to change the Nordic model? Do the measures match the threat landscape? These are questions being raised by researchers at Norway’s Work Research Institute (AFI). “The map doesn’t always fit the terrain,” argues AFI research director Tereza Østbø Kuldova.
8 minutes
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The Danish transport sector want to see a plan – before infrastructure becomes an issue of life or death
Denmark’s largest transport companies are urgently appealing to the Danish state for stronger cooperation on emergency preparedness in light of the current threat landscape.
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Are Norwegian hospitals ready for a major crisis?
Senior consultants at one of Norway’s largest hospitals argue the health service is often overlooked in discussions about total preparedness. They fear major cuts and a lack of training and equipment make hospitals poorly equipped to contribute if a crisis hits.
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Nordic maritime sector sets sail towards greater gender equality
Men still dominate the maritime industry. In certain onboard professions, women are almost absent. Creating a secure working environment for everyone, regardless of gender, is crucial to make the industry more equal, argue the initiators of the Nordic REDO Lookout project.
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12 recommendations to get more people in vulnerable groups into working life
The need to increase labour market participation among vulnerable groups in the Nordics has long been high on the Nordic Council of Ministers’ agenda. A new report points to flexibility, individually tailored support and cooperation with employers as the key to success. NAV employees in Trondheim are already on the ball.
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