The newest housing salvo of the campaign demands more affordable space in the capital. But, like her rivals with the same pledge, Line Barfod will need help from Christiansborg to deliver.

Mayoral candidate vows 41,000 affordable homes for Copenhagen

New builds in Nordhavn. Off-plan apartments and other new construction. Copenhagen Harbor. The Århusgade district. Construction and roadwork signage. Foto: Jens Dresling
New builds in Nordhavn. Off-plan apartments and other new construction. Copenhagen Harbor. The Århusgade district. Construction and roadwork signage. Foto: Jens Dresling
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There is a need for a complete overhaul of the housing sector in Copenhagen if the capital is not to end up as a wealthy enclave where people with average salaries cannot afford to live.

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