Two parties want to abolish public funding altogether; others would rather just cut it back. But most right‑of‑centre parties agree that, if they win power, DR should be slimmed down.

A centre-right majority could have major consequences for DR

Bjarne Corydon has been DR’s director general since August 2025, leading the public broadcaster that several parties on the right say they would rein in if they take power. Foto: Martin Lehmann
Bjarne Corydon has been DR’s director general since August 2025, leading the public broadcaster that several parties on the right say they would rein in if they take power. Foto: Martin Lehmann
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It could cost DR dearly if a blue majority and a blue government come to power after the election.

All blue parties except Venstre want to slim down DR. And several of the parties are ready to wield the knife seriously.

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