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Krol Jrviste & Siiri Tamm SR131 DENMARK

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Youth unemployment rate Higher than in Germany Lower than in Sweden Danish youth are well prepared for the job market 13.5 percent of the Danish youth between 15 and 24 who were unemployed

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Unemployment benefits The first thing you must do 52 weeks Benefits are provided 90% of the member's previous work income maximum of two years in total within three years.

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Employment situation in different sectors Public sector (30%) services and trade (18%) financial sector (15%) industry (14%)

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Working hours/vacation The standard working week in Denmark Lunch breaks Working hours are not regulated by law Vacation

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Retiring age The Danish state pension The amount the state pension depends

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Current and planned strategies to minimize unemployment Create new jobs Lower interest rates Cut taxes or increase spending to stimulate the economy

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