Demands for cheaper petrol raise questions about climate targets
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The government's climate goals are being tested by the Danish People's Party, which is reportedly demanding cheaper petrol in exchange for its support. At the same time, a group of 23 major entities including Novo Nordisk and the PFA pension fund have called for an end to fossil fuel subsidies, describing the current windfall for energy firms as foolishness.
Energy markets are providing their own friction as electricity prices peaked at 7.50 DKK before an expected turn on Wednesday. The government also faces criticism for its handling of repatriation payments; officials are reportedly unaware of the debts owed by immigrants who took money to leave the country but later returned.
Welfare remains a priority for the treasury as seniors are set to receive another round of economic benefits. Meanwhile, the health sector is attempting to reclaim territory from Silicon Valley by launching a new service designed to provide better advice than AI chatbots.