From 5h ago 16.22 GMT Social Democrats leader Mette Frederiksen appointed to lead talks on new government Just as expected – and now confirmed by the Royal Palace. View image in fullscreen Leader of the Social Democrats, Mette Frederiksen (R), speaks during an election celebration in Copenhagen, Denmark. Share Updated at 16.45 GMT5h ago 16.22 GMT Social Democrats leader Mette Frederiksen appointed to lead talks on new government Just as expected – and now confirmed by the Royal Palace. Mette Frederiksen is up first at the top of the hour. Outgoing deputy prime minister Troels Lund Poulsen has hit out at Mette Frederiksen mid-debate, for calling an early election.

Source: The Guardian March 25, 2026 16:10 UTC