The nation is now preparing for the long haul in a changed world. The virus still exists and will likely return as a concern. Hotspots are already popping up and the law against face masks is a joke.
Hospitals more experienced
We continue to handle the situation with dignity. The health service, now back to normal, treats new virus cases with experience and advocates means that do not necessarily require ventilators if hospitalization occurs at a rapid pace.
Hospital capacity improves to the extent that it is immediately available in your neighborhood again, and tracking technology is in place to counter the spread and ensure rapid response.
Nevertheless, local lockdowns, nightlife restrictions, mountains of homework and funny gags will become the new normal.
Trigger for climate action
It could be a boost for climate action, especially in the area of transport. Airlines are still operating below their capacity without heavy taxation, but there are signs that they will soon be charged.
Politicians are also considering legislation to phase out cars that run on fossil fuels. And the next target will be households: phasing out old appliances and improving heating systems.
In general, we are witnessing an implementation of renewable energy systems: most prominently large offshore wind farms on power islands and solar power plants on land. The use of fossil fuels in utilities is doomed, and that includes the use of biomass.
PM’s free pass
The Budget Act for 2021 is under negotiation. It must absorb the enormous financial stress of the compensation systems associated with the early 2022 corona lockdowns and address the expectation that similar solutions will continue, but not to the same extent.
The Prime Minister will let almost anything pass, as her main priority is with the Arne pension – the right of tens of thousands of workers to seek early retirement if they feel worn out.
Mette Frederiksen is willing to compromise on pretty much everything else, so that a few billion are available to support parties with a desire to support a particular cause to their liking.
Holiday restrictions likely
With the Tour de France and the Queen’s recent Golden Jubilee celebrations now over, a special summer has come to an end. It has been a time when many Danes discovered that their own country is a lovely place to enjoy their holidays.
In the coming winter, we can expect that skiing will become less popular and that it will be a big effort to book holidays in countries that can change color at any time on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs travel card.
Now we are waiting for the fourth vaccine to alleviate anxiety among vulnerable groups. The elderly and disabled were the biggest losers in the pandemic – let’s compensate them with extra care in the future.
Source: The Nordic Page