Nyborg’s approach of easing strict requirements for the sick and unemployed is helping them find jobs and inspiring other municipalities.

Success with a unique project: Trust and support replace strict rules for the unemployed

Fotocollage: Tomas Østergren. Foto: Christian Falck Wolff/Freepik
Fotocollage: Tomas Østergren. Foto: Christian Falck Wolff/Freepik
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Actually, it’s a paradox.

The economy is booming. Employment levels have never been higher, and businesses are desperate for workers because unemployment is down to just 2.9 percent of the workforce.

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