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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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Sweden: Gender gap widens in education, economically and politically
Women are significantly more represented in higher education, especially in rural areas – a trend that is repeated in all Nordic countries. It has given many women a better life with higher employment levels and wages. However, the development also shows that men are falling behind.
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Greenland’s labour market partners defend the Nordic model
Employees and employers in Greenland are presenting a united front in defence of the Nordic model at home but assess the threat from the USA differently.
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