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Prices of food are now so high that Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen (Socialdemokratiet, S) is initiating a mapping of the underlying causes. And if anyone is profiteering, action will be taken. Duty cuts may be on the way.

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen confronts high prices of food: »We are in a difficult situation in Denmark right now«

Mette Frederiksen (S) is concerned about the rising food prices, which are making it increasingly difficult for many Danes to afford groceries. She intends to take action against this. Foto: Thomas Borberg
Mette Frederiksen (S) is concerned about the rising food prices, which are making it increasingly difficult for many Danes to afford groceries. She intends to take action against this. Foto: Thomas Borberg
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If you think that supermarket prices for food have increased so much recently that it seems suspicious, you’re not alone. The Prime Minister feels the same way.

Prices for items such as coffee, chocolate, beef, and butter have risen so much that it’s understandable that people might wonder if someone is profiting excessively from the situation, says Mette Frederiksen (Socialdemokratiet, S).

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