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Scan Magazine | Contents

Contents FEATURES 8

Trine Hahnemann: The Danish Delia The healthy Dane talks to Scan Magazine about her new cookbook “The Nordic Diet” and how she got hooked on the healthy Scandinavian lifestyle.

London and Copenhagen Fashion Week Scan Magazine visited the two capitals’ fabulous fashion events and met with all the well-known Scandinavian names as well as up-and-coming talents.

FOOD 22

Fly Fishing in Norway

Hotel of the Month: Thorskogs Grand Manor House

There is no place like...Madsen! With attractions such as akvavit tastings and Easter smorgasbord, the Scandinavian spirit is alive and well at the small restaurant in South Kensington.

The beautiful, emerald green Beiar River is a very popular spot for salmon and sea-trout angling in the north of Norway.

What we also eat Bronte reveals the odd (and not always so healthy) cravings of Scandinavians living abroad, such as liquorice and hotdogs.

TRAVEL 16

Spring Recreation in Denmark We look into two of the most convenient and idyllic locations in Denmark for recreational activities such as spa, golf and forest trekking.

THEME 29

Education in Scandinavia Three Scandinavian Ministers present their countries’ opportunities and areas of excellence within higher education and we take a look at some of the best and most characteristic options for international students.

Just 35 minutes from Gothenburg, Thorskogs Grand Manor House offers stunning settings for everything from conferences and meetings to weddings and birthdays.

REGULARS & COLUMNS 25

Wine | 27 Humour | 58 Scan News | 62 Music and Culture | 65 Culture Calendar

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SKAGEN Funds - Going against the tide Scan Magazine meets the contrarian fund managers at SKAGEN Funds who have made a success out of investing in the businesses that other equity funds overlook.

If P&C: there is nothing boring about a stable and reliable Insurance Company There is no such thing as a boring day at work for the employees of the Finnish insurance company If P&C; every day they deal with the results of the amazing range of human error.

Keystone– the business matchmakers take on the UK Having won over the Danish Business Angel sector the team behind Keystones is now ready to take on the UK funding market.

Aurén & Co - the full package Although Aurén & Co was founded just last year, the Swede behind the London-based accountancy firm, Johan Aurén, has many years of experience in his profession.

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East Meets West Charity through and for private entrepreneurship. Key Note by Annika Goodwille.

Paying someone without deduction of tax and National Insurance Tax Columnist Helena Whitmor, McGuireWoods London LLP.

The Clean Tech Sprint Column by Paul Corren, Corren Troen’s Clean Tech Team

Chamber News News from the Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish and Danish Chambers of Commerce for the UK.

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Scan Magazine | Editor’s Note

Dear Reader, My Saturdays used to be all about football. First I would play football. Then I would go to the pub with the guys and watch football. When I came home I might watch the highlights. But that was before I met the love of my life and we had our son together. These days I am no longer travelling around London to find a match somewhere in Ealing or the football ground in Barnet. It’s family first – so I stay at home. My son is one and a half, and still too young to play footie with me. His main interest is to run around and flip-over pot plants, and I don’t always join in. He also sleeps for two whole hours in the afternoon! So perhaps it wasn’t much of a surprise when my better half said that I was trying too hard to get entertainment out of him and that I should allow him sometimes to play on his own. And she is right. No one likes to be harassed by a hyperactive Danish guy – even if he is your dad. I needed to put an end to all this embarrassment and find myself a hobby. That was when I remembered I had been handed Trina Hahnemann’s Scandinavian cookbook as a present by the Danish Bacon & Meat Council. My new plan was to become a Scandinavian master chef and to practice my new skills on Saturdays at home. This weekend mission has seen my popularity at home go through the roof. No longer a pain in the neck, instead I am a sophisticated meal provider. I have cooked almost every dish in

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that book. From the cauliflower soup with grilled scallops to the captain’s stew. Everything! I even cooked the potato soup with bacon bits for my mother-in-law – and she loved it. So to those who like to be praised at home I offer you my best advice. Get Trina’s books or read Bronte’s food column in this magazine. Together they will offer you plenty of inspiration on how delicious Scandinavian food can be. Cook it for your friends and family. Or take them to Scandinavian Kitchen, Madsen restaurant, Garbo’s restaurant, Bar Nordic or any other venue that concentrates on the extraordinary Scandinavian culinary experience. Eat and enjoy! Though, if you cook at home, make sure you have the kitchen all to yourself. What a brilliant space that is. I drink a beer or two whilst I cook and turn the radio on to BBC 5live. You see, they cover the football! Come on lads! Until next month,

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Scan Magazine | Contributors

Regular Contributors Signe Hansen (Editor) has an MA in Journalism and has been working as a freelance reporter in London. She is now the editor of Scan Magazine. Having previously worked with television, radio, web and local news, the good story is always her priority.

Mette Lisby is Denmark’s leading female comedian. She invites you to laugh along with her monthly humour columns. Since her stand-up debut in 1992, Mette has hosted the Danish versions of “Have I Got News For You” and “Room 101”.

Christina Sanderson is an Anglo-Swede based in London. A Cambridge art history graduate, she worked for several years in the auction business. She now works as an art consultant, runs cultural tours in Sweden and writes on art for Scan Magazine.

Emelie Krugly has worked on a number of Swedish newspapers. After travelling extensively, she is now based in London and is responsible for Scan's news section. She can be contacted any time regarding an event or story: emelie@scanmagazine.co.uk.

Ray O’Connor is one of Ireland’s successful wine exporters and has lived in London since 2006. He is a regular contributor to many specialist wine publications and won the Young Wine Writer of the Year Award 2007.

Lee-Ann Cameron is a self-confessed Scandiphile who moved to London after finishing a postgraduate degree in History of Art at the University of Edinburgh. Lee-Ann currently works for one of the major auction houses and works in the contemporary art department.

Bronte Blomhoj runs Scandi Kitchen in London, a Scandinavian deli/cafe. Bronte, who has studied in Edinburgh and has a background in investment banking, has lived in London for 7 years. She writes Scan Magazine’s monthly food column. Nia Kajastie was born and raised in Helsinki, Finland, and moved to London in 2005 to study writing. With a BA in Journalism & Creative Writing, she now describes herself as a part-time writer and grammar stickler.

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Julie Guldbrandsen is Scan Magazine’s fashion and design expert; she has worked in the fashion industry for more than 10 years, and advised various Scandinavian design and fashion companies. Besides, Julie has a BA in business and philosophy and has lived in Copenhagen, Singapore and Beijing before settling down in London. Karl Batterbee is devoted to Scandinavian music and knows exactly what is coming up in the UK. Apart from writing a monthly music update for Scan Magazine Karl has also started the Scandipop Club Night and its corresponding website: www.scandipop.co.uk.

Swedish Sara Schedin has lived in London for four years. She is currently studying Journalism at her second year at City University and is covering Scandinavian culture in the UK. Thomas Winther (Executive Editor). Originally from Denmark, Thomas has a background in Economic consultancy. He is now on a personal mission to take Brand Scandinavia to new heights. Thomas lives in Blackheath with his much better half and 1 year old son.

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Scan Magazine | Cover Feature | Trine Hahnemann

“Everybody thinks it’s just salmon, herring and all sorts of weird stuff that nobody likes”

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Scan Magazine | Cover Feature | Trine Hahnemann

Trine Hahnemann: The Danish Delia After releasing her second cookbook in English, The Nordic Diet, Trine Hahnemann is set to tour the UK with cooking demonstrations and debates. Scan Magazine’s own food guru Bronte Blomhoj had a chat with the healthy Dane. By Bronte Blomhoj | Photos by Lars Ranek

Every country seems to have a Delia Smith – someone who can teach us how to cook wholesome food, and, most importantly, how to eat better. In Denmark, that job has been given to Trine Hahnemann, a passionate Copenhagen-based foodie who is on her own crusade to promote Scandinavian food all over the world (albeit without longboats).

friend’s café, and really enjoyed it. Later on, I bought a catering company that provided food for music tours and film productions. However, being away from home so much after I’d had children was too much, so I sold the business and started Hahnemann’s Kitchen, my current enter-

Last year, Trine published The Scandinavian Cookbook. This was her first book in English, and quickly grabbed the attention of the UK press. She has just followed up that success with The Nordic Diet. An inspirational collection of recipes, Trine’s second book is based on some of the findings from a University of Copenhagen report of the same name (a five-year study that investigated whether the traditional Nordic diet could help to combat, among other things, childhood obesity). Having grown up in a family where food was at the heart of everyday life, Trine has continued that culinary heritage in her own catering company, supplying food to prestigious clients such as the Folketinget (the Danish Parliament). When she’s not busy feeding politicians, writing books and touring the world, she also finds the time to write food columns in the Danish press.

likes. Few people know about the different flavours and ingredients that we use in our cooking. Even less is known about our very seasonal eating habits. Local, seasonal food is a way of life. It’s not always something we do consciously, perhaps, but we do it anyway. When I was a child, we only ever ate strawberries in the summer. They were picked fresh, and eaten while plentiful. Anything that remained was frozen for the winter or made into jam. When we ran out, that was it. Simple. Today, people are used to eating the same fruits all year round, but produce doesn’t taste the same when it’s been shipped halfway around the world. Do you think fast food culture is influencing the way Scandinavians eat?

prise. After I was asked to write a column for a major women’s magazine in Denmark, I realised I wanted to combine my love of food with my love of writing.

How did your career start?

How do you think Scandinavian food is regarded outside the Nordic region?

I studied literature at university. During my time there, I had a part-time job at a

Everybody thinks it’s just salmon, herring and all sorts of weird stuff that nobody

There is a big effect, and we need to make sure it doesn’t become too engrained. Statistics show the Danish obesity rate is very low compared to the UK and US. General awareness of the issue is good in Denmark, which hopefully means we can reverse the effects of fatty food before they become a bigger problem. Research is being done to combat obesity, which is good. However, obesity also has a lot to do with education and social status. Statistically, the less money you have, the worse you eat. I find it so depressing that a meal cooked from fresh vegetables can be more expensive than a greasy cheeseburger.

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Scan Magazine | Cover Feature | Trine Hahnemann

So are the traditional Scandinavian foods out of fashion? Actually, new influences are combining with our original food heritage. Smørrebrød - open sandwiches - were so out of fashion five years ago. Today, they’re back ‘in’, and most Danish cafés feature a platter of them. Younger people are getting into it again and are enjoying the different varieties available. I also think that if you don’t teach young people to cook and get them to understand where food comes from, this will also lead to problems later on, because it takes away control over what goes into your mouth. It’s up to parents to help their children by teaching them about their diets, and by sitting down together to eat as a family. Is the Nordic Diet a fad? I don’t think so. To us Scandinavians, our diet is nothing new, but perhaps we need

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a small reminder. In my book, I try to present a new way of eating Nordic food. It’s a way of looking at food as a way of life. You don’t have to live in Scandinavia to follow the Nordic Diet, as most of the ingredients can be found in any British supermarket. Other things, such as cracked rye for making your own rye bread, are sold at speciality shops or online. As for all the fish and meat, if things can’t be sourced, then just substitute them with good, local ingredients. Do you think the Scandinavian diet has enough variety to attract people in the same way that the Mediterranean diet, or sushi has before now? I truly believe so. It’s all about eating decent, hearty and sustainable food. Ten years ago, there was no real market for Japanese ingredients. Today, one can find pickled ginger and wasabi sauce on the shelves of most supermarkets. My sister

set up Feng Sushi, one of the first Japanese chain restaurants in London. She also continues to add plenty of Scandinavian touches to her menu, which is an excellent example of how two distinct food cultures can blend. What’s next for you? I’m planning to tour and discuss my books, with a lot of cooking demonstrations planned for all over the UK. There will also be a few ‘pop-up restaurants’ in London with Nordic food. Back home in Copenhagen, I’m also developing a ‘growyour-own’ project with my mother in my back garden. I’m growing tomatoes and she’s growing chillies. Delicious! The Nordic Diet by Trine Hahnemann is out now, published by Quadrille. It is available at all good bookshops and at Scandinavian Kitchen (which, incidentally, also stocks those all-important cracked rye grains).

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Scan Magazine | Fashion | London Fashion Week

Scandinavian design statements at London Fashion Week 2010 “A new decade, a new season.” With these words London Fashion Week kick-started the Autumn/Winter 2010 shows and events. Known for being one of the most creative fashion capitals, LFW didn’t disappoint. Spectacular Somerset House in the very centre of London hosted an exhibition with an array of cool international brands, including a selection of Scandinavian delights. The show schedule was packed – and Swedish Ann-Sofie Back was undeniably one of the highlights. By Julie Guldbrandsen | Photos by Yiannis Katsaris

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Scan Magazine | Fashion | London Fashion Week

Scandinavian talent at the Designer Exhibition at Somerset House Besides champagne, coffee and blitzing cameras, Somerset House was flourishing with talent. Not least because a number of Scandinavian designers, including Wackerhaus, Vibe Johansson, Dagmar, MaxJenny, Soren Bach, Made by Scandinavians, Charlotte Sparre, Bjorg and Minimarket, made a forceful fashion statement. Gorgeous silk and sharp Swedish tailoring Our first stop was Danish designer Charlotte Sparre, who showed a gorgeous silk collection themed ‘Love and Rock’n’Roll’. Styles included elegant scarves with strong graphic prints and statements like ‘support the ones that dare to do something’ and ‘love yourself’. A luscious orange silk dress with an Elvis portrait truly demonstrated the attitude and spirit of the brand. Moving on, we located the edgy showcase by ‘Made by Scandinavians’, a collaboration between six Swedish brands: Stylein, Patouf, Little Green Story, Righteous Fashion, Robert&Blad and Sagen. They brought their cool Swedish auras and sharp tailoring to London for the first time and definitely received a lot of positive attention.

Cool urban and sombre luxury Another pearl we got the chance to speak to was Norwegian Bjorg behind the brand ‘Bjorg Jewellery’. This brand creates pieces that will update any outfit instantly with a touch of cool urban luxe. Styles include necklaces with oxidized silver raven and hare heads and various pendants with cute quotes and anecdotes like ‘you had me at hello’. The inspiration for the line was found in “the purities in nature and experiencing the mystique of unexplored lands.” The collection is handcrafted and made in natural, precious and pure materials. Exceptionally impressing was Wackerhaus’s elegant but powerful collection. The Danish designer behind the brand, Trine Wackerhausen, just won the Max Factor New Talent Award. She says of the collection: “It started with the thrill of how flying beetles fold their wings together. They reminded me of Art Deco shapes from the 1920-30s.” The delicateness of the fabrics and the complex constructions give the clothes a vulnerable and aesthetically strong look. This is sombre luxury that doesn’t compromise with comfort.

The mentioned collections can be found at the following sites and shops: Charlotte Sparre Copenhagen: Fortnum & Mason Bjorg Jewellery: www.wild-swans.com Wackerhaus’s collection: www.wackerhaus.dk.

The Ann-Sofie Back Fashion Show – Inspired by alternative worlds As we passed through the big gates into the Topshop show venue in the middle of Covent Garden, the sound of loud forceful music gave us the first glimpse of what lay ahead at Swedish designer Ann-Sofie Back’s show. The designer gave us a dramatic show take-off, set in the online game phenomenon Second Life. This is a place where people can create their own electronic alter ego, become who they want to be, and interact with one another. Inspired by alternative worlds It is exactly the fashion in alternative worlds like Second Life that’s been

Back’s inspiration. “It is odd, you are able to create a completely new character for yourself but all people ever come up with is some Jordan lookalike,” says the designer. And Back did create something rather different for her Autumn /Winter 10 collection. She created a razor-sharp and ultra fierce female clothes concept. Jerseys with muscle prints In the Second Life world, exaggerated body shapes are must-haves, and Back exploits this symbolic in a clear, strong way. Muscles and six-packs are recurring motifs, from angora knits with muscle detailing, to jerseys with muscle

prints. Overall, the show was a lot more than a fashion collection; it was a story and reminder of today’s obsession with certain ‘bimbo’ body ideals, the growing lack of individuality and the inability to be yourself. Back describes the style of her designs as “Sophisticated with humour.” Shop the clothes in B Store, 24a Savile Row, London.

You can see the pictures from the show on the adjacent page.

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Scan Magazine | Fashion | Copenhagen Fashion Week

The best bits from Copenhagen Fashion Week By Julie Guldbrandsen

The fashion week that gathers the crème de la crème of Scandinavian fashion twice a year, was ever more exclusive and enticing, when the doors opened in February. With 37 shows and more than 2,000 brands, not to mention the many parties and shop-events, the week offered an array of sizzling activities. Stunning venues such as The City Hall, Hotel Nimb and The Opera House created the perfect backdrop for many of the shows. As always, there were plenty of new, fresh designers. This season Vilsbol de Arce and Noblesse were among the novel design talent that caught this fashion spy’s eye. Noblesse Danish Noblesse showed a beautiful collection combining feminine silk and knit

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pieces with more masculine rock’n’roll styles. This is an affordable luxury brand that strikes a perfect balance between functional and inspirational. They make clothes that you want to wear and that work. What's more, Danish songbird, Medina, is one of the brand’s loyal followers. Shop the Spring/Summer collection from Noblesse now on www.fashionforme.dk

Shop the collection on www.ivanahelsinki.com or www.huset-shop.com. Tina H Runner up in the Norwegian Project Runway, Tina H, understands how to bring energy into a wardrobe. Her show was colourful and packed with unexpected combinations. These are clothes for women who are not afraid to stand out. Shop the collection on www.tinahshop.com

IVANAhelsinki The artistic Finnish designer Paolo Ivana Suhonen, with her copper chain vision, mastered bringing new arrangements into her signature style. The show was like a piece of tough poetry, with the copper chains being the focal point, from graphic prints to the colour palette. It was IVANAhelsinki all way through, with an immaculate mix of pretty, sophisticated and cool.

Vilsbol de Arce Copenhagen based Vilsbol de Arce showed a seriously stunning collection, filled with sculptural pieces. This brand works between the fields of art and fashion. And it is indeed artistic projects that serve as the framework and inspiration for the designers. Shop the amazing clothes on www.ssawstore.com or www.ansh46.com.

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Scan Magazine | Travel | Fly Fishing in Norway

Fly fishing in Norway “The mountains and the magnificent colours create a scenic spot for salmon fishing”

With its magnificent scenery and excellent fishing water, the beautiful, emerald green Beiar river is a very popular spot for salmon and sea-trout angling in the north of Norway. The river runs through some spectacular areas in the Arctic circle. “The nature that surrounds the river is something extraordinary, especially where the river meets the sea. The mountains and the magnificent colours create a scenic spot for salmon fishing,” says the MD of Fish Norway, Harald Oyen.

Bodø town is only 1 hour and 45 mins away by car. For animal lovers, Beiarn offers vibrant wildlife, with bird and animal populations including wolverine, lynx, elk, reindeer and red deer. You can also find the magnificent golden eagle and the majestic sea eagle in the area. For a comfortable place to stay the familyrun guest house in Beiarn is within easy distance of the river and the surrounding nature.

Gone fishing Even though the Beiar area is mostly known for its fishing and is considered to be one of the best salmon and sea-trout rivers in the country, the nature around the river also facilitates other activities. You can go hiking in the surrounding national park or visit the local museum, and if you feel like a day of shopping,

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River rescue The Beiar river has always been a muchloved fishing spot for anglers, but in the 1970s a devastating parasite reached the river and it was given the death sentence at the end of the 1980s. However, in 1994, after years of planning and preparation, treatment of the river with the very toxic

By Sara Schedin

pesticide rotenone began. It had a devastating effect on all life in the river, but with nature’s remarkable ability to mend itself, the Beiar river then gradually rose to its former glory. “In 2001 the river was given an all clear and around 2004-2005 the salmon began to find its way back to the river. It is now not only a popular fishing spot among Scandinavian anglers but also for many international salmon fishing enthusiasts,” says Oyen. The prime time for fishing starts in June so you still have a few months to plan your trip and read up on which fishing rods to buy.

Information Beiar River harald.oyen@fiskenorge Mobile +44 (0)7801 46 5072, Information Norwegian salmon rivers www.salmonatlas.com

Scan Magazine | Travel | Hotel Vejlefjord

Above: Hotel VejleFjord, which was built in 1914 as a sanatorium. Left: A bit of the hotel’s 1,000 square metres spa and bath facilities

HOTEL VEJLEFJORD – unwind in Denmark’s largest spa By Signe Hansen | Photos: Hotel Vejlefjord

After a long winter, the approaching Easter comes as a heaven-sent opportunity to chase away months of snow and stress. One way to do exactly that is to visit Denmark’s largest spa at Hotel Vejlefjord. The hotel, which is one hour’s drive from Billund Airport, is located in a 46-hectare park bordering Vejle bay and the famous Danish seaside. A unique experience for all the senses It is not, however, the cold seaside dip that attracts guests to the hotel’s 113 rooms. “People come here because we have the most unusualThermal Baths and spa in Denmark, maybe in all of the North,” explains hotel Director Peer Kristensen. Positioned on the the edge of the beech forest, the Thermal Baths are built in granite with the large surfaces of natural stone forming pools, caves and cor-

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ridors. “It’s a unique sensory experience which you can only get at Vejlefjord,” Kristensen says. Besides the Thermal Baths, a wide range of spa treatments such as massages and facials are offered by medically trained therapists. Covering 1,000 square metres, the spa area is Denmark’s largest, and includes seven different pools, steam baths, saunas, mammoth showers and forest rain. The idyllic woodlands and rich animal life which surrounds Vejlefjord can be fully enjoyed through the SpaActive programme, with features activities such as Forest Run.

vation, the manor was turned into Hotel Vejlefjord accommodating not only spa guests but also conferences with up to 250 participants. The hotel is today owned by a non-profit fund headed by Kristensen. “The aim of the fund is to make life better for all people,” he says. “This means that guests have the unique opportunity of pampering themselves without feeling the least bit of guilt as they are at the same time supporting good causes. And to leave all stress and guilt at home is exactly the point of the place,” says Kristensen.

A clean conscience

“The atmosphere is relaxed, cosy and informal; it is aimed at creating an environment where guests can unplug completely.”

The Old Manor that houses Hotel Vejlefjord was built in 1914 and originally used as a sanatorium. After a complete reno-

For further information visit: www.hotelvejlefjord.dk

Scan Magazine | Travel | Skjoldnæsholm

Proark Golf’s two courses are next door to the historic manor which houses Skjoldenæsholm Hotel and Conference Centre

Skjoldenæsholm – a haven for golf and outdoor enthusiasts Spring is upon us and it is time to release the golf clubs or trainers from the cellar and hit the greens. So why not treat yourself to a unique experience at Skjoldenæsholm Hotel and Conference Centre - one of Denmark’s most idyllic and convenient locations for golfing, outdoor activities and conferences. Located in the middle of Zealand, Skjoldenæsholm Hotel is just 45 minutes from Copenhagen Airport and two minutes from some of the country’s best golf courses!

there are not that many hotels with golf courses that close by. Both courses are of international standard and the newer of the two was designed by the famous golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr.,” explains Susanne. From May 13-16 (the Scandinavian holiday celebrating the ascension of Christ) and from mid-June to mid-August a special offer allows golfers to play both courses for the price of one. Not just about golfing

Golfing in historic surroundings Skjoldenæsholm was one of the first manors in Denmark to be turned into a hotel and conference centre in 1971. It is today owned and run by Susanne Bruun de Neergaard, who as the eighth generation of Neergaards took over from her father in 2001. “We have a unique location. In Denmark

Surrounded by woods and fields, the historic manor do not only attract golf enthusiasts. The manor’s main building, which was built in 1766 (the oldest wing is from 1662), also has the capacity to house conferences with up to 35 participants. “We have all kind of guests; couples having a romantic weekend and business

By Signe Hansen Photos: Skjoldnæsholm

people attending a conference. We even rent out homey guesthouses, which with their own kitchens are very convenient for ex-pat Danes back in Denmark for longer visits,” says Susanne. No matter who the guests are, they mainly come to spoil themselves, relax and enjoy the amazing natural beauty and the architecture and history of the place. “We have a very relaxed atmosphere here, it is not a very grand or posh place but cosy and intimate - not pretentious in any way,” stresses Neergaard. Another attraction is the manor’s great kitchen which serves a three course dinner cooked with fresh produce of the season. For further information visit: www.skj.dk

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Hotel of the Month:

Thorskogs Grand Manor House – luxury and warmth in the forests of Bohuslän Beautifully located in the deep forests of the county of Bohuslän, the historic Thorskogs Grand Manor House offers stunning settings for everything from conferences and meetings to weddings and birthdays. The manor is conveniently located 35 minutes from Gothenburg but still provides the tranquility, nature and beauty of the Swedish countryside. Thorskogs Grand Manor House has been a haven for businessmen and romantic couples since Lena and Tommy Jonsson opened it to the public in 1986. The manor you see today was built almost 120 years ago, but its history dates back to 1249 when the Norwegian king and the Swedish Earl met in Thorskog and signed the peace treaty between Norway and Sweden. Wood-fired tubs and clay pigeons There are many ways to enjoy your stay at this magnificent 72bed manor, which offers an array of activities and can accommodate up to 80 conference guests. “The manor is located in our beautiful English park where you can go for a stroll or have a relaxing bath under the stars in one of our wood-fired hot tubs. The park is surrounded by the large nature reserve Svartedalen where we arrange hikes and excursions for our guests,” says proprietor Lena Jonsson. The manor also offers the opportunity to book a day in Skogsgläntan (the Glade). There you can enjoy a freshly cooked lunch made by locally sourced food, and activities such as clay pigeon shooting and archery. For golf fans a pitch and putt course is found in the grounds of the manor and on top of that six golf courses are situated nearby. The “Stars of the Castle” Lena and Tommy Jonsson take great pride in their team and their excellent expertise. “We are very proud of our staff who always give that little bit of extra to provide the utmost service for our guests.” Maybe that is what has attracted the likes of George and Barbara Bush and John Major who have all slept in the manor’s grand beds and dined in its six dinning rooms. Last summer a group of Swedish celebrities stayed at the manor when the much-loved Swedish TV-series “Stjärnorna på Slottet” (the Stars of the Castle) was recorded and then shown over 5 episodes. For further information visit: www.thorskogsslott.se Text by Sara Schedin | Photos by Paulina Westerlind 20 | Issue 16 | March 2010

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What we also eat... You’d be forgiven for thinking Scandinavians are all about health and eating good stuff. We do like to talk about how healthy we are whilst we swoon around looking semi-fabulous, but the truth of the matter is that we too have a bunch of guilty pleasures we like to enjoy when nobody’s looking. Ask any ex-pat Scandi what they miss from home and you’re likely to get answers that do not just include healthy pieces of bread with little dead fish on them. Here’s our guide to the Top 10 Scandinavian ‘real’ staple foods: 1. Liquorice The Finns called it Salmiakki and the rest of Scandinavia has adopted the name. It makes it easier to justify your children eating the stuff when you don’t think of it as “liquorice covered in 12% ammonium chloride”. An acquired taste, Scandinavians’ favourite past time is to try to con-

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vince British people that Salmiakki is a “sweet” and subsequently watch the poor unsuspecting Brit fall about the floor, begging for mercy. It makes us feel decidedly tough and Viking-ish: ‘Hey, our 5 year old kids eat this stuff; get over it’. 2. Freeze dried powder mix for dip Every year around Eurovision time, sales of Dipmix go up by a quadrillion percent. In some towns it is even illegal to watch Eurovision without a bowl of crisps and some artificially flavoured crème fraiche for dipping as you watch Norway, once again, race to the finishing line with ‘Douze Points’, probably with a song that sounds a bit like Morten Hackett on valium. Go for the “Holiday” flavour to show your real true Scandinavian roots: it’s pink and glows in the dark. 3. Cream cakes Or any cakes in general. We love baking. In Sweden there is an old saying that states

By Bronte Blomhoj

you must offer seven kinds of cookies to your guests, which we obviously do. One of the fanciest cakes around is a sponge layer cake with an obscene amount of thick cake custard to keep the layers propped up. The Danes like to cover this whole monstrosity in whipped cream, while the Swedes prefer to hide all the cream underneath a sheet of neon coloured green marzipan that makes it look like it originates from a galaxy far, far away. 4. Anything containing cinnamon Scandinavians are obsessed with cinnamon. A cake is not a cake unless it has a pinch of the stuff added somewhere. All Scandinavian countries have a version of cinnamon rolls, whether the Danish light flaky pastry version, the Swedish rolled bun or the Finnish “smashed ear” (Korvapuustit), given its name not because it has a secondary use as a sling shot weapon but because it actually looks like a flat ear. Feel free to add cinnamon spon-

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taneously to any Scandinavian dish you make, even pickled herring, cookies, sweets or mulled wine. 5. Filmjölk Scandinavians are obsessed with dairy products. From drinking gallons of milk to eating truck loads of cheese, if it comes from a goat or a cow and can be processed in some way, we love it. Most of all, we love milk that has started to ferment, such as Filmjolk, Skyr, Rømme and Ymer. We eat it for breakfast, as a snack, drink the stuff and walk around audibly yearning for it when abroad. Most kinds of these products are best enjoyed with toppings that are masked to look healthy in some form. Like the Danish Ymer Drys, essentially rye bread mixed with a GDA of refined sugar. And while on the subject:

matters. In Norway and Denmark, you get big patties, almost resembling a fat burger. In Sweden, it is an art form to spend hours making marble-sized little nuggets. The best thing about meatballs is that they taste great on a sandwich the day after, even if they do smell a bit like wet dog, which brings us onto...

Sweden in the 70s by the Turkish immigrants, it is now an institution and is as Swedish as ABBA and wooden Dala horses. Toppings such as kebab meat and garlic sauce (with lots of cheese) and prawn, peanut and curry (together) somehow work. It’s theory versus practice and who cares when it tastes so good? Always accompanied by a huge spoonful of Swedish Pizza Salad, which is shredded white cabbage pickled with peppers and oregano. Most Swedes would defend their pizzas to the last man standing, even if this claim could start a war with the Norwegians over the... 10. Grandiosa Pizza

6. Ryebread

8. Hotdogs

The Icelandic call it “thunderbread” for obvious reasons. Sure, it is healthy and we definitely eat a lot of it. The Finns win as their version has 12% fibre; the Danes love the stuff with lots of seeds, ideally loaves that take 17 hours to bake and have secondary use as bricks a week later. The Swedes feel it is all a bit too healthy and love to add sugar to anything containing the word “rye”. Verdict: for real rye-health, go for the Danish stuff. If a beginner, cheat your way with the Swedish “Lingongrova”it looks the part, but tastes like a cake.

A complete obsession. Most Scandinavian town centres have hot dog carts where frankfurter style sausages are propped between soft hotdog buns and smothered in ketchup, mustard and sometimes crispy onions. The Danes invented the Red Hotdog which is “all natural”, made from those scarlet piggies that roam in the Danish countryside. We challenge any country’s hotdogs to beat ours, even those from the cart on the corner of 6th and 8th in NYC. The only thing that could possibly be better after a night out is the...

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Yes, we really do eat them. All the time. The difference is the size, because size

It may be a contradiction in terms, but it works. The Swedish pizza, brought to

We had to include this, even if it is a frozen, packaged cardboard pizza. Mainly because it is such a Norwegian institution. A plain dough slice with canned peppers on top, deep frozen in kryptonite, the ‘Grandis’ is to most Norwegians what expense forms are to MPs: irresistible. Hell, some of them even eat it for Christmas dinner (we can understand this if the alternative is dried cod soaked in plutonium). Grandiosa, we salute you.

Bronte Blomhoj is the owner of Scandinavian Kitchen, a cafe and deli that stocks all the healthy stuff as well as a selection of oddly named glow in the dark food inventions.

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There’s no place like…Madsen!

By Lee-Ann Cameron | Photos: Madsen

lored to suit those looking for a taste of home. Also, to add to her list of achievements, Madsen is being Zagat rated for 2010.

It’s nice to know I can still take my Swedish boyfriend for a meal that reminds him of home in London. After opening in such uncertain and unprecedented financial times, thankfully the little gem of a restaurant is thriving. Madsen now has more than a year under its belt and recently attracted wellknown chef and cookbook author Trina Hahnemann who designed and discussed her menu with guests for one night in January.

One of the upcoming attractions at Madsen is the Easter Smörgåsbord. So, if you happen to be in London over the break, bring the family in to enjoy a hearty buffet. Also in April there will be a beer tasting, which highlights some of the Danish microbreweries that supply the restaurant. At some point there will be an Akvavit tasting as well and what could be more fun than learning whilst tippling? The Scandinavian spirit is alive and well at Madsen and I’m already looking forward to my next frikadeller fix!

Whilst sitting down to a weeknight dinner, I had a chance to speak to the lovely and hard-working Charlotte Madsen. We discuss how the last year went and what the year ahead will bring for the restaurant. Learning from the ups and downs of 2009; Madsen has matured. After gaining loyal clientele and listening to their feedback, Charlotte says they “know more what they are about” and the menu has been tai-

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To take a side step from the usual suspects of grape varieties, one should look East to Austria’s bountiful offering. Since a noticeable ‘hiccup’ in the wine-making back in the 1980s, the country has pulled in the reins on legislation and today has the strictest wine laws in the world. Proud of their stringent controls, plenty of Austrian producers include the national flag on the bottle top’s capsule, looking to portray a message of Austria = Quality. I couldn’t agree more, and would struggle to find any wine from here that ever disappoints. Making a name for itself in the über-chic bars of New York and London is the characteristic Grüner Veltliner grape variety. Its distinctive white pepper spice flavours are refreshingly different from what is often found in so called ‘wine bars’. The finest examples hail from Lower Austria, the conversely named northern parameters of the country, while more are to be found in Vienna, the world’s only capital city with a considerable wine producing industry. Austria also does the Burgundy stalwart, Pinot Noir, extremely well, often with an added touch of silkiness to the body due to the warmer continental climate. In the same velvet cushion stable you’ll find its family relative – the St. Laurent grape. This native Austrian variety has more muscle than Pinot Noir yet its smooth tannins help the wines to slip down gloriously. Delicious with pink lamb, these wines lend an extra dimension of texture to the whole culinary experience.

Weingut Bründlmayer, Grüner Veltliner, ‘Berg-Vogelsang’ 2008, Kamptal Vibrantly fresh with delicious grapefruit notes on the nose and on the palate. You’ll enjoy crunchy green apples with a zippy spritz and a nice lingering taste of white pepper. WaitroseWine Direct £14.99

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Pittnauer, St Laurent Klassik 2008, Burgenland I wonder if you could possibly pack more fruit into a glass. Layers of black cherries and blackcurrants are topped off with a touch of clove spice. Perfectly smooth. £9.70 (www.clarkfoysterwines.co.uk)

To order, call Sophie on 01234 888788 or go to www.DanishFoodDirect.co.uk

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IS IT JUST ME... Who found Valentine’s Day slightly exhausting? Just think of all the gifts, all the flowers, all the chocolate. Not for me personally, but just in general. Of course, it’s a tough stand to be against Valentine’s Day. Arguments like: “You know, I just don’t like love” or “Personally I think love is overrated” are not particularly popular. Also it’s very hard to have anything against flowers and chocolate (unless you’re allergic and lactose intolerant). The only opposition we tolerate is from people grumbling disapprovingly about “the import of commercial holidays from America”. However, this is not a new phenomenon. Mother’s day, though originally a British invention became a tradition in America, only to be re-adopted by the British and later by the Scandinavians with great enthusiasm. Finland, in a rare

By Mette Lisby

outburst of ebullience, even named Mother’s day official flag day. Of course, skeptics are right in claiming that we ought to appreciate and be grateful to our Mothers every day, but putting one day aside annually actually fits perfectly into the more-or-less self-proclaimed “stressful schedule” of modern society. It’s very practical once a year to set aside a whole day to get all the appreciation over with. Get our gratitude towards other people out of the way so we can spend the rest of the year nursing our favorite hobby and indulgence: Ourselves. Maybe we should impose even more annual days of celebration. Personally I would welcome a “Big sister’s day”. It would only be appropriate. On that day each year, your younger siblings should firstly shower you with gifts. Second they should spend the rest of day crying and apologizing for ruining your childhood by imposing themselves on your family.

And “Big Sister’s Day” should NOT encourage the introduction of a “Younger Sibling’s Day”. It was “Younger Sibling’s Day” EVERY day when we grew up. Most of us would have preferred a dog.

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Why study in Scandinavia? As the world gets smaller and smaller, choices of where to live, work and study become more and more numerous. All over the world institutions of higher education are competing to offer ambitious international students that extra something, and Scandinavia is definitely no exception. By Signe Hansen The reasons why people chose to study abroad are, of course, various; some travel for the academic level, some to improve their English or learn a new language, while others again may go just for a change of scenery and new experiences. No matter which of these draws you to consider an international degree, Scandinavia has it; outdoor activities, blooming cultural and intellectual environments and well-known reputations for academic excellence. Finally, almost all education is free in all of the Scandinavian countries not only for their citizens but in most cases also for students coming from the EU or EAA countries.

students usually find it easy to adapt both socially and academically. Throughout Scandinavia, almost 1,000 Master degrees in subjects ranging from human rights law to mechanical engineering are offered in English; as many companies also have English as their business language, the opportunities do not end there. Besides, Scandinavia has fully implemented many of the principles of the Bologna process including the ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System). This means that a degree from a Scandinavian institution is transferable to many other countries.

naviaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique universities, some of the characteristics of studying in Scandinavia are active study environments, interdisciplinary studies and group and project based activities. The student is not only expected to attend lectures but also to participate actively and to use his or her own critical and analytical initiative. These values also make relations between the students stronger and teacher and student relations less formal. These are, however, just some of the unique qualities of studying in Scandinavia; to find out more as presented by the regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ministers of Education see the next pages.

Transferable knowledge As almost all Scandinavians at higher academic institutions speak English fluently and many universities offer programmes in English; international

Unique characteristics of studying in Scandinavia As you will discover in the following presentation of a selection of Scandi-

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Study in Denmark â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and create an excellent platform for your future career By Charlotte Sahl-Madsen, Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation, Denmark

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take responsibility for planning and carrying out your projects, either independently or together with other students. In addition to attending lectures, you will be expected to participate in discussions and continuously develop your critical thinking and analytical skills.

English are available at Danish institutions.

For international students, the Danish approach to teaching and learning can introduce a whole new way of studying and thinking, which will challenge you and provide you with an excellent platform for your future career. Danish higher education is well-known for its unique teaching approach. The institutions offer a dynamic study environment, emphasising independent study, initiative and project-oriented learning. As a student at a Danish higher education institution you are encouraged to play an active role in your learning process and

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Whether you are coming to Denmark as part of your study programme at your home institution or to study for a full degree programme, our highly international institutions offer a range of excellent study opportunities. More than 200 degree programmes and over 1,000 individual modules taught entirely in

All Danish higher education institutions have established co-operation with business and industry as well as research & development institutes, which creates an enriching and dynamic learning environment for the students.

Check out www.studyindenmark.dk, the official gateway to higher education for foreign students in Denmark or send an email to studyindenmark@iu.dk

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RU – not an average university If you want an education built on a unique Danish approach to learning and at the same time aspire for an international degree, Roskilde University (RU) may be just the right choice. By Signe Hansen | Photos: Timme Hovind

Situated in the outskirts of the seasidelocated Roskilde, known as a liberal and youthful city, the university is also just a 20 minute train ride from Copenhagen and all the historic capital’s offerings. The power of cooperation Offering study programmes in English for both undergraduate and graduate students RU can provide a new and enriching experience for both Danes and foreigners. Director of International Affairs at RU, Mette Reebirk, explains: “RU is not an average university. Our way of studying is very process orientated and includes a lot of group work across different disciplinary areas. We believe that you can do a lot as an individual, but we know that you can do even more by working together.” This approach means that many of the students who choose RU are a bit more

mature and dedicated than the average student.

get,” she says. But it does not just go one way, she stresses.

“Students are treated like grownup people; responsibility is not given it is taken, meaning that you don’t just sit around waiting for someone to tell you what to do, if you see something that needs to be done you do it,” explains Reebirk.

“We also need the international students. The people who come here to work or study bring their own knowledge and networks, which add value to our way of looking at the world - so we need each other!”

A life changing experience Some students do find RU rather surprising especially those from very different cultures. On a recent visit to China, Reebirk ran into some former RU students. “They practically worshipped RU,” she says; “their stay helped them put a mirror in front of themselves and they approach life in a completely different way now – much more open minded. It is a very different kind of employee that the companies in China

Location: Roskilde, Zealand, Denmark Number of students: 9,000 Number of international students: 900 Number of international courses (courses offered in English): Between 80-100 courses Fees: Free for EU&EAA, otherwise fees range from 7,200 euros to 13,200 euros per year Accommodation: On-campus accommodation offered at DKK. 3,350 per month For further information visit: www.ruc.dk

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Aalborg University – a variety of possibilities Located in one of the world’s safest cities and with more than 60 programmes offered in English, Aalborg University offers a safe and diverse experience for international students. By Signe Hansen

Besides, the relatively small size of Aalborg city makes all that it offers easily accessible for international students who are mostly offered accommodation right in the centre of the city.

ersen. “You could say that though it is tough and takes a bit of adjustment, in the long term they are very happy with the result.” A wide variety of offers

A helping hand It is therefore no surprise that the university is quite popular with international students, with ten per cent of all students coming from abroad. Approximately 50 per cent of degree students come from outside the EU and while the critical Danish approach to learning can be a new challenge for some of them, the university ensures that no-one is left behind. “When they start at Aalborg University, international students receive an introduction course on what to expect, what help they can get and what is expected from them,” says International Coordinator Jens Ped-

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Most of the international programmes are Master degree courses including everything from Wind Power Systems to Chemistry. Most programmes include project and group based assignments. “You can also choose to work on your own, but nobody really does that,” says Pedersen. “We also have very close connections to the business world and to public administration, and most projects will typically be a case from the real world.” The group work helps students create closer connections and Aalborg University is renowned for its good and socialised

study environment. The students also have internet connections in the furnished flats which the university offers, making adapting to the new circumstances while keeping contact with home as easy as possible. Location: Aalborg, Jutland, Denmark Number of students: 14,000 Number of international students: 1,400 Number of international courses (courses offered in English): approx. 60 Fees: Free for EU&EAA, otherwise fees range from 6,000 to 14,000 euros per year Accommodation: The university helps international students find dormitory rooms or student flats in the city at varying prices For further information visit: www.aau.dk

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Knowledge thrives when it is able to flow freely By Dr. Tobias Krantz, Minister of higher education and research, Sweden Photo: Michael Lundgren

For a relatively small country, Sweden offers big opportunities. The number of educational programs varies as much as the geography. Regardless of where your interest lies, be it in science, film, medicine or philosophy, Sweden can provide world-class programs in a number of fields. From the arctic north to the continental south, there are no less than 38 universities and university colleges to choose from. This is no coincidence. Sweden is a country that puts strong emphasis on education as the single most important factor to remain economically competitive and politically just. This emphasis on education has a long history. Although ill-equipped with sunhours, Sweden has been able to attract skilled workers and gifted students from all over the world with excellent universities, a high standard of living and an impressive level of English proficiency. For centuries, our wealth has derived from trade and innovation.

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Openness remains a core feature of Swedish society, and a key for our success. As a minister of higher education and research, I am personally convinced that this constitutes one of the main reasons for why we have been able to produce so many outstanding researchers. Just look at Carl von Linné, the “father of botany”, or John Ericsson, who invented the propeller among other things. Both men travelled extensively and gave service to people well beyond our national borders. Perhaps the most famous Swedish inventor of them all, Nobel, made a huge imprint on the history of mankind, and continues to do so today. The Nobel prize festivities in Stockholm are not only a matter of national pride because it puts us in the international limelight, its true value lies in the fact that it is a yearly celebration of the human mind and all it can achieve. However, given all the challenges and opportunities globalisation offers, it is obvious that it is what we make of the rest of the year that matters. Creating world-class science

environments takes time and effort, as well as vast resources. Therefore, I am proud to announce that this administration recently made an historic push, injecting large amounts of money into the educational system further to enhance quality and accessibility. By putting quality first, we aim to make sure that the students at our universities get a hefty return for their investment in time and energy. Thousands of young people choose to come to Sweden to invest in their future – we will do our utmost to honour that trust by providing the best we have. We know that great ideas must be able to transcend national boundaries. Knowledge thrives when it is able to flow freely. That is why internationalism provides a cornerstone in our educational policy. And why I would very much like to welcome you to one of our universities.

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Look north and discover Norway! Norway is an increasingly popular destination for students and researchers from all over the world. Why? Norwegian universities offer high-quality, research-based education in a wide range of fields, and hundreds of programmes and courses taught in English. By Tora Aasland, Minister for Research and Higher Education, Norway

I am proud to say that Norway has a lot to offer the ambitious international student. Exciting Norwegian higher education institutions are to be found from the city of Kristiansand in the south to the Svalbard Archipelago in the high north. They offer a wide variety of programmes, from Nordic Viking and medieval culture to petroleum engineering and offshore technology. Nearly 200 full Master’s degree programmes are taught through English. There are also courses taught in English at Bachelor’s and PhD levels. The internationalisation of higher education enhances the quality of education and research. Institutional cooperation, joint

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degrees and exchanges of students and staff are core elements in our strategy for the internationalisation of higher education. Norway is part of the Bologna European Higher Education Area and participates in almost all the EU programmes for education and research. Studies in Norway will give you the opportunity to be part of an internationallyoriented academic community. Norway is most definitely a place to consider if you want to do research in the Arctic, be a specialist in health promotion, renewable energy, offshore engineering or fishery management, just to mention a few options.

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Welcome to the University of Nordland!

Rector Pål Pedersen and his students

Bodø University College in the North of Norway is on its way to becoming a university, and Rector Pål Pedersen welcomes more international students to the coming University of Nordland. The university college specializes in Biosciences and Aquaculture, Social Sciences, Professional Studies and Business Studies. Students will be able

to find these subjects at other universities as well, but Bodø’s study programs have their own angles. The education program in Journalism, for instance, has a foundation in Social Sciences, and the Aquaculture programme can give knowledge about how to run a fish farm in a sustainable way. The university college also offers a wide range of study opportunities for international students. We talked with the Rector about the advantages of studying in Bodø. Bodø is not a big city like Bergen or Oslo; how is the environment for students? Bodø is an excellent place to be, especially with regard to activities in the High North region and the city is surrounded by beautiful nature. Besides, a campus of Bodø University College’s size means that students are in close contact with both their fellow students and their lecturers.

Do students from southern climates not find it very cold and rainy? Actually Bodø has a coastal climate with mild winters. It’s a little colder than in the southern part of Norway and there are fewer days with good weather, but when we do get nice weather it is really beautiful. Location: Bodø, Nordland, Norway Number of students: 5,000 Number of international students: approx. 300 Number of international courses (courses offered in English): approx. 25 Fees: No tuition fee. Semester fee: NOK 630,Accommodation: Student housing available from the Student Welfare Organization For more information visit: www.hhb.no

UMB – Norway’s most international university With 18 per cent non-Norwegians among its students, the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) constitutes the most international and multicultural campus in Norway. The university (located in Aas 40 km. from Oslo) is, with its 150-year-long educational history, a hub of expertise within life and environmental sciences and sustainable development. Its main specialisation areas include biology, food, environment, land use and natural resource management. Thirteen Master’s Degrees, one Bachelor’s Degree and various non-degree courses are offered in English at UMB. This has convinced more than 90 different nationalities to study at the university. We had a talk with Rector Knut Hove about the international aspects:

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Why is it so important for you to be an international university? An institution like the Norwegian University of Life Sciences should contribute to the international academic and research community. Participation in international research networks helps us improve our own performance, which has ripple effects, improving the quality of everything we do. So what is your goal? The Norwegian University of Life Sciences aims to be an internationally renowned and innovative university for life sciences, environment and sustainable development. We offer high professional quality, a high degree of teacher-student interaction, and a pleasant social and physical environment characterise the education at our Campus.

Location: Aas, Sothern Norway. 30 minutes from Oslo. Number of students: 3,250 Number of international students: approx. 500 Number of international courses (courses offered in English): approx. 330 Fees: Semester fee NOK 340 for all students including EU and no-EU students. Accommodation: Guaranteed accommodation on campus (contingent on timely application). Minimum budget for one semester (five months) – NOK 12500. For further information visit: www.umb.no

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Intense summer school teaches Norwegian way of life Norgesskolen is a three-week summer school for children and young people, aged 9 to 18, who have an interest in, or connection to, Norway and wish to maintain contact with Norwegian culture and language.

and have fun in addition to learning. “Norwegians are keen on sports and being out in nature, and we want this to be reflected in the activities at the school,” Lisbeth explains.

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school has been overwhelming. Last year we had 82 students; we’re hoping that the number will increase this year – there’s still room for a few more,” Lisbeth tells us. If your children wish to attend, you should contact the school as soon as possible.

International atmosphere During the three weeks, lasting friendships are formed, and many of the students come back year after year; some return as activity leaders. “Coming back here is like returning to a big family, it’s a truly unique experience,” says director of Norgesskolen Lisbeth Bø Håverstad. Sports and culture A normal day at the school includes several hours of instruction, conducted by qualified and experienced teachers from different backgrounds. The afternoons are filled with sports, culture and recreational activities, such as kayaking, hiking and camping. As it is the students’ summer holiday, they also have time to socialize

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Located in Østfold in southern Norway, close to the Moss, the school has been attracting international students since 2003. Last year 22 different nationalities attended the summer school. The students usually have either one or two Norwegian parents, living abroad or moving around the world with them. Some of the students know Norwegian; others come to the school without knowing any Norwegian at all. “All are equally welcome as long as you have an interest in the Norwegian way of life,” says Lisbeth. This year, Norgesskolen will take place July 4–23. “The interest in the summer

The school is run by The Norse Federation Location: Tomb Agricultural School, Østfold, Norway Number of students: 82 last year. On-campus accommodation: Yes, everybody stays at the school, including the teachers and activity leaders Fee: 14,900 NKR, which includes all meals, accommodation and pick up from Oslo. Members of the Norse Federation get a deduction of 1,200 NKR, and anyone can become a member. For further information visit: www.norgesskolen.no or call +47 2335 7170

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East Meets West Annika Goodwille looks into India’s many charities driven by private initiatives and encourages the support of private entrepreneurs in the developing world as well as our own. By Annika Goodwille

'Hand-in-Hand', another initiative, was established in Chennai by Swedish businessman, Percy Barnevik. There are three projects: waste management, micro loans for women, and a girl's boarding school. The waste management plant is run by volunteers and 'green friends' who collect the rubbish. Composted materials are sold to farmers. Imagine the amount of rubbish in

India and the potential profit if this proves economical. A feature of the micro-funded women's groups is the oaths that have to be made: no dowries for girls, no more than 2 babies and all children to be educated. The girl's boarding school aims to address the problem of child labour where girls under 14 are deprived of education. After an intense 18-month programme, girls return to their families and local schools. The foundation checks school attendance and, if deficient, girls return to the boarding school until 14.

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I am convinced that projects like these are a great way forward – entrepreneurship through individuals with insight, drive and passion with the support of government and charitable funding. This is an effective solution to some of the world's social problems – not only in developing countries but also on our own 'developed' doorstep. Could Barack Obama and the NHS learn something from the initiatives taken by Dr Shetti? Could western women wanting to escape poverty not form micro-funded groups as in India? I have decided to donate some of Goodwille's annual profit to charity. My particular interest is the encouragement of women entrepreneurs! Last year we donated to a group in Malawi who needed sewing machines. This year we will

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In January I went to India with Swedish colleagues from the Novare Management Programme and paid an inspirational visit to Narayana Hrudayalaya, a hospital near Bangalore, established by Dr Shetti, a specialist heart surgeon. He was motivated by the lack of medical care for the poor in India where many die from genetic heart diseases. For a meagre 5 rupees, poor farmers can insure themselves. With his own money, bank loans, government funding and the insurance contributions, the hospital was founded in 2001. Its efficiencies are based on economies of scale where salaries account for just 20% and 90% of employees are women. Technology enables images to be viewed all over India and round the world (diagnoses via satellite mean patients don't travel to hospital unnecessarily). With 50 children's heart operations a day this is now the biggest hospital of its kind in the world.

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SKAGEN Funds – Going against the tide By Signe Hansen | Photos: Skagen

Thirteen may be a number for bad luck, but not so for SKAGEN Vekst, rated by Standard and Poor as the 13th best performing out of 3,312 global equity funds in 2009. In this light 13 is a quite impressive number and it paints a telling picture of SKAGEN Vekst, which is one of Norwegian SKAGEN Funds’ three equity funds packed with impressive numbers. We speak to Investment Director and Portfolio Manager Kristian Falnes to find out what lies behind the success.

losophy with which the fund is operated. “We know that the markets will fluctuate, also in the future, and we cannot do anything about that, it is part of the game. To invest in equity you need to have a long term horizon,” says Falnes adding: “We do a lot analysis of companies and if companies create good value every day, one should assume that over time you will also get paid in higher share prices, especially if the valuation is low in the first place.”

The rating also ranks SKAGEN Vekst as number five out of 1,893 global equity funds measured on a five year return. The impressive long-term results are down to the robust common sense investment phi-

To find undervalued, unpopular and under-researched equities on the global market has been the strategy of SKAGEN Vekst since its beginning in 1993.

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A bit of a contrarian

“We like companies that are, for some reason, not so popular and have a low valuation compared with their earnings and value creation. We like to be what you could call contrarians; to look under the stones that nobody else looks under – to go against the tide,” explains Falnes. SKAGEN Funds is also doing it their own way when it comes to location; since their start-up they have been located, not like many other Norwegian funds in Oslo, but in Stavanger, in Skagen Street. “To keep some distance from the stock market and all the rumours that flourish there is a good idea –and we still have access to all the information,” explains Falnes. Adding to the almost defiant attitude SKAGEN is

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Investment Director and Portfolio Manager of SKAGEN Vekst Kristian Falnes

also opening a London office at a time when other city institutions are struggling to survive. The object of the contrarian strategy is to provide clients with the highest possible risk adjusted return; an average annual return of 17.2 per cent measured in Euros proves its success. Investing in the Norwegian market Falnes has managed SKAGEN Vekst’s portfolio, including the 50 per cent of the fund that is invested in Norway since 1997. “We think that there are lots of good companies in Norway, there are some very strong industry clusters in oil service, fish farming and others. We have very good knowledge about the Norwegian stock market and we can use that knowledge to the benefit of our investors,” he stresses. The last 50 per cent is invested in global equity and that gives the fund a very broad

mandate attracting private as well as institutional investors.

funds have been guided by SKAGEN’s ethical principles.

“You can say that SKAGEN Vekst has a kind of odd mandate, it is not a Norwegian fund and not a global fund; it is a mix. The reason for having this mandate is that we find a pure Norwegian equity fund too risky to base a portfolio exclusively on. We use the broad mandate to invest globally in the fund to diversify into other types of business and other industries than you find in Norway.”

“Our main goal is, of course, to give our shareholders a good return,” says Falness. “But we do give ethical aspects and social responsibilities a lot of consideration. It is a very important part of our analytical process and businesses that are against human rights, use child labour or are in the weapons industry and so on, we of course don’t invest in.”

Creating value Founded by Tor Dagfinn Veen, Kristoffer Stensrud and Åge Westbø in 1993, SKAGEN Funds today has assets of 12 billion Euros under management in the four funds it markets internationally, including its three equity funds SKAGEN Vekst, SKAGEN Kon-Tiki and SKAGEN Global. Since their beginning all of the

Of course SKAGEN Vekst was, as all other equity funds, hit hard by the credit crisis but with 2009 being the fourth best year since its beginning, it may still serve to provide hope that in the long term common sense will prevail - even in the equity market. For further information visit: www.skagenfunds.com

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Scan Business | Business Feature | IF P&C

IF P&C: There is nothing boring about a stable and reliable Insurance Company By Signe Hansen | Photos: Yiannis Katsaris

As the largest Nordic insurance company, If P&C, an A-rated subsidiary of Helsinki-listed Sampo, is one of the safest and most stable options in casualty and property insurance. But that does not mean that they are boring. No, the message from If Industrial’s UK Branch Manager Heini Heideman and International Claims Manager Mike Freeman is the opposite; even though If P&C is the epitome of what Heideman calls Finnish stability, the work is exciting. If Industrial only services major corporations with a Nordic connection, but their high service level and risk management package means that where their clients go they follow. In the 80s that led them to most of Europe including London. Today it leads them far beyond: the company is represented in more than 100 countries worldwide. The moment of truth According to Freeman, If’s success is mainly a result of their response in what he calls “the moment of truth”. “However satisfied an insured party is, if they are not happy with what happens when they file a claim, if you can’t make the payment promptly or offer the right service, they very well might leave for another company even if it is more expensive,” he stresses. The best way of ensuring this does not happen is, he explains, to start the work before the claim happens. “You have to work with the client and broker to agree a procedure so they know who to call in their local area. That is why it is so important to have all the good partnerships we have.” In the event of a major accident, it is very likely to be the first time for most companies; If P&C, on the other hand, see it all the time. “A client will not know what to do, they often go into crisis mode, but If P&C is there to hold their hand through it,” says Freeman. Often the largest loss does not come from the loss of machinery or property but from the loss of business and clients, and time is therefore essential. To ensure that the company gets back on its feet as quickly as possible If P&C helps with decisions and if necessary offers intermediate payments. With 50 specialists risk assessors and a uniquely large risk management organisation, If P&C is also very pro-active in

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International Claims Manager Mike Freeman and If Industrial’s UK Branch Manager Heini Heideman.

uncovering and minimising potential risks. The Nordic way Even though If Industrial is represented in more than 100 countries, they have kept their Nordic approach to things. “The Nordic way is very straightforward and consensual; we have very open communication and provide a personal service to all our clients, and the local brokers know that,” says Heideman, who has contacts with nearly 80 brokers. “Another thing that attracts the brokers is that we have high capacity and can therefore insure very large risks.” All the very straight charts reflecting the company’s stable results they show me do not, however, mean that their job is boring, Freeman stresses. “I have been doing this for 20 years and I regularly see something I have not seen before. Most claims are down to human blunders and the range of human error is unimaginable,” he says laughing. “I have seen stuff that you could not make up, if you put it in a movie, people would not believe it!”

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Business Area Baltic & Russia comprises Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Russia. Customers number around 425,000, both private individuals and companies.

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If Industrial • Business Area Industrial is the biggest

industrial insurer in the Nordic region and the fifth biggest provider of industrial insurance in Europe. • Its customers are Nordic companies with sales of more than MSEK 500 and more than 500 employees. • Business Area Industrial has around 1,300 customers. • The Industrial Business Area also has branch offices in the UK, France, the Netherlands, Germany and Russia. If provides industrial customers with the full range of property & casualty insurances.

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Scan Business | Business Feature | Keystones

“Since last year, driven by the financial crisis, investors have been coming to us”

Keystones – the business matchmakers take on the UK By Nia Kajastie | Photo: Keystones

Keystones, a Danish ‘matchmaking service’ for innovative technology companies and professional investors, has already won over the Danish Business Angel sector and is now ready to spread out onto the UK funding market. With just less than ten years of service under their belt, the company’s CEO Kenneth Larsen and his partners have been able to create a highly influential company with strong ties to the Danish Business Angel networks. Together the team behind Keystones represents over 40 years of international business experience. In a normal financial climate, Keystones would be busy sourcing for clients and investors through the Internet, word-of-mouth recommendations and networking, but the impact of

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the recession has changed things a little. “Since last year, driven by the financial crisis, investors have been coming to us with companies that are in need of a broader network of new co-investors,” says Larsen. Keystones is very much renowned for its wide network of private investors (more than 800) that have the necessary know-how and capital to increase the value of a company. London Calling Keystones has already made an impact in the Danish Business Angel sector, but even with access to most investors in Denmark, there seems to be a lack of funding in the market. And with this in mind, Larsen talks about their first initiative abroad: “We want to spread out and network in the UK as well. We need people who have a solid understanding of Danish

business law and culture, and we know that there is a cluster of Danes living in London.” With one Business Angel Event already behind them, Keystones, DUCC (the Danish UK Chamber of Commerce) and the Danish Embassy in London are now gearing up for another four networking meetings, focusing on Danish ICT and cleantech companies. They are planning on introducing 24 growth companies a year to an audience of Danish Business Angels (or non-Danes interested in the area) and private investors. Larsen is looking forward to the events as an opportunity to open up a whole new network of specialised investors.

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Scan Business | Business Feature | Aurén & Co

“Building up relationships and trust is more rewarding than the ad hoc work larger accountancy firms often carry out”

relationships and trust is more rewarding than the ad hoc work larger accountancy firms often carry out. I managed to pick the best parts of the different sized accountancy firms I worked for to provide the service I am providing,” he says. Fee transparency is a part of this strategy. “The clients should be able to phone me up and talk about their family and holiday knowing that they will not be charged extra for that,” Aurén says adding: “It is a question of building up trust.” For the company and the individuals behind it

Aurén & Co – the full package By Signe Hansen | Photo: Yiannis Katsaris

Although Aurén & Co was founded just last year, the Swede behind the Londonbased accountancy firm, Johan Aurén, has many years of experience in his profession.

on his own one day. “I always thought that offering Scandinavian clients in the UK a bespoke and personalised service would be a great business opportunity,” he says.

When Aurén first registered his new business in August last year it was in the middle of the recession, but that did not discourage him from quitting his old job after receiving positive feedback on his new project. “It might have been either very stupid or very brave,” he laughs. It turned out quite well though and Aurén already has a broad client base consisting of private individuals receiving assistance with their personal tax returns and tax planning as well as owner-managed companies which Aurén Johan assists with preparing year end accounts, corporate tax returns, VAT returns and business strategy. “I can provide the full package; accounting and tax for both the company and the individuals behind the business.” Aurén’s clients are of all nationalities, but a majority are Scandinavian and for them the ability to read documents in Swedish and other Scandinavian languages is of course a major advantage.

Personal relations and trust While working for ten years in various accountancy firms, the UK Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser all the time harboured the idea of starting up

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One of the motives for starting up his own business was Aurén’s wish to harbour more long term relations than his previous jobs had allowed. “Building up

For more information visit: www.auren.co.uk

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Paying someone without deduction of tax and National Insurance By Tax Columnist Helena Whitmore | Photo: Yiannis Katsaris

If you pay an individual for work provided by them, you need to consider if the worker is self-employed and responsible for their own taxes, or if the relationship is such that they could be regarded as your employee. If you pay an employee, tax and National Insurance contributions must be accounted for under the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system unless the level of earnings is so small that PAYE does not apply. It can be difficult to decide if a worker is self-employed (working under a contract for services) or employed (working under a contract of service). HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) can generally collect more tax from employment relationships, so in cases of doubt will often want to argue that workers are employees. HMRC have provided fairly extensive guidance on this question on their website, for example at www.hmrc.gov.uk/working/intro/empstatus.htm. It should be noted however that this represents HMRC’s views on this matter, and HMRC will not assist you with tax planning. The correct answer will depend on a number of factors taken together. If in doubt you should consult a qualified tax adviser. If you engage someone such as, for example, a plumber to carry out work at your premises, the answer is likely to be that the plumber is self-employed. This is because he or she works under his/her own direction, is free to send someone else to do the work, can decide whether or not to accept the work, provides his/her own equipment and is fully responsible for the business. These are all indicators of self-employment status. On the other hand, if you hire someone who is told when and how to work, who agrees to work a set number of hours and

has to carry out the work themselves, they are likely to be employees. HMRC have provided an employment status indicator tool on their website, which can be accessed at www.hmrc.gov.uk/calcs/esi.htm. HMRC frequently carry out investigations into employment status, and if the employment status tool has produced the result that the worker is self-employed, this will be helpful in such an enquiry. Many businesses prefer to deal with companies rather than individuals to remove some of the risk of retrospectively having workers reclassified as employees. Many workers operate through personal service companies partly for that reason. This generally moves the need to operate PAYE from the customer to the worker’s service company, but the service company itself may be subject to special rules (known as IR35) which are designed to collect tax as employment income rather than as more tax efficient dividends. In many cases, domestic workers such as cleaners and nannies will be treated as employees under employment law and tax law, even if the agreement with the worker says that they should be responsible for their own taxes. It is not possible to avoid the employer’s responsibilities under employment law and tax law by telling the worker to pay their own tax. If the nanny or cleaner is supplied by an agency and you pay the agency not the worker, the agency is responsible for operating PAYE. HMRC guidance is available at www.hmrc.gov.uk/ working/emp-in-home.htm. Taking on an employee will also result in a number of other responsibilities, including the need to check that the employee is entitled to work in the UK, and to comply with employment legislation. The worker must also be paid at least the

National Minimum Wage. You should consult an employment lawyer such as our McGuireWoods employment team for further advice. This column is intended to provide information of general interest to the public and is not intended to offer legal advice about specific situations or problems.

Helena Whitmore, McGuireWoods London LLP (formerly Grundberg Mocatta Rakison LLP) hwhitmore@mcguirewoods.com Web: www.mcguirewoods.com

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Scan Magazine | Column | The Clean Tech Sprint

The Clean Tech Sprint By Paul Corren, Corren Troen’s Clean Tech Team

Watching the speed skating over the weekend in Vancouver reminded me of Cleantech’s fast moving and dynamic emergence. Like all emerging markets they tend to be understood by few but move at some pace.

single quarter since 2007. Only last week China Huaneng Group, the company’s largest power producer, announced its plans to float shares of its wind power unit aiming to raise $1 billion. However it is not all plain skating!

The Cleantech boom is no exception, and if you feel that the players are simply a blur on the ice it’s probably because the two main drivers of this economy are the US and China. Cleantech to these economies is a real dynamic and the race is on ! Looking at the split times to date you would be brave to bet against Team China winning the race. In order for emerging markets to be taken really seriously there needs to be an appetite for public exits (Initial Public Offerings). According to Ernst & Young, 53 domestic and international companies in the Cleantech market filed paperwork to hold IPOs in the US in Q4 2009. That’s the highest number of new registrants in a

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China-based Jinkosolar has postponed plans to go public in the US, blaming poor market conditions. This comes less than a week after Chinese Polysilicon maker, Dago New Energy, also halted plans to IPO in the US. Jinko and Dago blame their failure to enter the US market on an American financial sector that’s still rehabilitating and perhaps not quite as recovered as some might suggest. This, though, will not ‘Knock Over’ Team China, which accounted for 72% of the global IPO proceeds raised in 2009. Nearly half the companies that went public in Cleantech last year were in China, with 11 IPOs in the Q4 alone raising a combined 3.1 billion.

This drive towards raising capital from the public markets can only be a good thing for Scandi Companies. Scandinavian expertise remains sought after world-wide, particularly in the wind power sector. There are lucrative opportunities for Scandinavian Companies in the Far East, US and Asia with Nordic cleantech exports growing at one of the highest rates in the world. Corren Troen are advising a number of Nordic Cleantech companies not only in relation to their legal requirements but also with regard to the positioning of these companies in the global market.

For more details please contact: Paul Corren, Partner Corren Troen The Cleantech Group pc@correntroen.com 020 7592 8930

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Danish-UK Chamber of Commerce The four Nordic Chambers of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark are organizing a joint Nordic Career Forum on 16 March 2010. The event is aimed at young professionals who wish to develop, improve and explore their career opportunities. One of the speakers, Martin Ellis, Managing Partner, SAM Headhunting, emphasises the importance of social networking when looking for a job: “The internet offers brand new ways to go job hunting, so candidates put themselves at a particular advantage if they know how to use it – and it’s very much more than just putting your CV on Monster.com.

My 5 top tips would be: 1. Register on business networking sites such as Plaxo and TheLadders – most importantly, make sure you’re on LinkedIn. 2. Concentrate your networking opportunities on your own network’s network. 3. Once on LinkedIn look for LION (LinkedIn On Line) groups that are directly relevant to you. They will give you more access to people who could influence your career. 4. Look like an expert – start a blog on your subject of choice. 5. Make sure your Facebook entry doesn’t let you down – companies are now checking on this ahead of taking references.

For more info visit: www.ducc.co.uk/career.html

UPCOMING EVENTS 4 March

Joint DUCC/DABGO UK Network Lounge in Leeds, 16 March Nordic Career Forum – Tools for success in the current economic environment 25 March Nordic Thursday Drinks at Joe & the Juice, London

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Each top tip will take you a step closer to the job you really want.”

Danish-UK Chamber of Commerce | Phone: +44 (0) 20 7259 6795 | Email: info@ducc.co.uk | www.ducc.co.uk

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“All eyes soon back on capacity constraints” is the title of the presentation being held at the next NBCC Forum: Nordea’s Economic Forecast 2010. The speaker is Thina Saltvedt who is a senior macro/oil analyst with Economic Research and the Global Commodities Strategist at Nordea Markets. The date is 11 March.

The first Aberdeen Wednesday Drinks of the year was successfully held at Mackinnons Solicitors in February. Mackinnons is staging a series of art exhibitions in their offices over the next few months and the one in Aberdeen was launched at this event. The next drinks will be hosted by the Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce on 10 March.

The Nordic Chambers of Commerce are jointly hosting a career forum: “Tools for success in the current economic environment” on 16 March. The event is aimed at young professionals who would like to improve their professional skills, explore new career opportunities and learn more about topics including social networking, headhunting, corporate recruitment and corporate culture.

NBCC members are invited to Fulham FC vs. Manchester City FC on 20 March. We anticipate this to be an exciting match, and hope Fulham’s Brede Hangeland, Erik Nevland and Bjørn Helge Riise will make us Norwegians proud.

UPCOMING EVENTS 10 March Aberdeen Wednesday Drinks 11 March Nordea’s Economic Forecast 2010 16 March Joint Nordic YP Career Forum 20 March NBCC at Fulham FC vs. Manchester City FC 25 March Nordic Thursday Drinks

Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce | Phone: +44 (0) 20 7930 0181 | Email: info@nbccuk.com | www.nbccuk.com

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Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK sions on positive discrimination, legislation and business culture in the two countries. The seminar was the first in a series on “Business Meets Politics”.

The Swedish Chamber proudly hosted a “Women in Business and Politics” seminar on 2 February, including a panel of high-profile speakers from British and Swedish politics and business, moderated by Cherie Blair. The seminar attracted over 150 guests and ventured into discus-

February also included an event in Stockholm, promoting the United Kingdom to Swedish businesses, as well as receptions at H&M and the AbbaWorld exhibition. This spring will see the first ever Swedish pre-election debate outside of Sweden on 14 April, Members’ Luncheons, seminars, social events and networking receptions, so keep an eye on the events calendar on www.scc.org.uk.

The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK is one of the largest and most active foreign Chambers in the UK, including around 400 Member companies and hosting up to 60 events per year. For information on membership or the benefits of joining the network, please contact us on 020 7224 8001 or visit our website.

UPCOMING EVENTS 1 March

“Swedes are strange – and so am I” – seminar with Colin Moon 16 March JCC Joint Nordic Career Seminar 17 March Seminar with Erik Penser Bankaktiebolag and PriceWaterhouseCoopers 24 March Members’ Luncheon with Finn Johnsson, Chairman, Volvo Group

Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK | Phone: +44 (0) 20 7224 8001 | Email: info@scc.org.uk | www.scc.org.uk

Finnish-British Chamber of Commerce We at FBCC are committed to providing all of our members with various opportunities for ‘intelligent networking’ throughout the year. If you would like to hear more about our renewed Member Benefits and our plans for 2010, please contact us or visit our website.

Our Chamber has been going through various changes in the past few months and it’s been great to see that they’re already proving to be successful to both our existing members as well as attracting new corporate members. We are very pleased to welcome them on board! We started our business events season with an International Trading seminar at the IoD, where Ken Davey, Founder and Managing Director of Smarter Limited, gave us valuable advice on how to succeed when taking your business abroad. On 8 March, we have organized a visit to the Houses of Parliament, with a speech by Sir Patrick Cormack (Conservative MP and Chairman of the All-Party BritishFinnish Parliamentary Group), amongst others. Cooperation continues between

the Nordic Chambers, and we’ll be holding a Joint Nordic Career Forum – Tools for success on 16 March, with speakers representing well-established companies such as Nokia. Following this, on the 23 March, we are proud to host our most high profile event for the first quarter: a Networking evening with Tom Glocer, CEO of Thomson Reuters. The event is organized together with Danske Bank at the prestigious London Capital Club.

UPCOMING EVENTS 8 March

Visit to the Houses of Parliament 16 March Nordic Career Forum: Tools for Success in the current economic environment 23 March Tom Glocer event together with Danske Bank at London Capital Club 25 March Nordic Thursday Networking Drinks

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Swedish Chamber of Commerce launches seminar events The Women in Business & Politics seminar moderated by Cherie Blair was the first in the Swedish Chamber’s new series of Business meets Politics events. At the seminar, which took place at Regent’s College, leading corporate and political personalities from Sweden and the United Kingdom discussed matters of equality with the 150 participants. The discussion was opened by Cherie Blair who explained her views on the Swedish way. “I always thought the equality in

Sweden was fantastic – a Nirvana for women. But now I know that Sweden is not as great as I thought. But they have learned from their mistakes.”

Matters discussed amongst others were business, and the consequences of the staggering under-representation of women on boards. Angela Knight, Chief Executive of the British Bankers Association, said; “A lot of women do not want to take on a challenge. But it is easy to beat the men. Just read the newspaper before the meeting begins.” Source: www.scc.org.uk

Stockholm wins EU Green Capital 2010 award

The Commission’s intention is to improve the living conditions in cities and the environment as a whole by designating one city each year to be an example to others by presenting good examples and sharing experiences, thoughts and ideas with other cities. “This award represents an excellent opportunity to inspire others about the environmental work undertaken by the City, the residents of Stockholm and companies,” says Mayor Sten Nordin (Moderate Party). The idea behind the new annual prize for the “European Green Capital” emerged at a meeting in Tallinn, Estonia in 2006; the prize was launched for the first time by the EU Commission in

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May 2008. The initiative is supported by more than 40 European cities, including 21 capital cities within the EU. Nominated cities were evaluated on the following: climate change, local transport, public green areas, air quality, noise, waste, water consumption, waste water treatment, sustainable utilisation of land, biodiversity and environmental management. Stockholm has an integrated administrative system that guarantees that environmental aspects are considered in budgets, operational planning, reporting and monitoring. Stockholm also has cut carbon dioxide emissions by 25 % per inhabitant since

1990, and has adopted the objective of being fossil-fuel-free by 2050. “It’s particularly pleasing in the light of the tough competition that the award was given to Stockholm, and this is a result of the City’s long-term, exhaustive environmental work,” says Ulla Hamilton (Moderate Party), Deputy Mayor, Environmental and Traffic Division. Source: www.stockholm.se Photo: Yanan Li

Stockholm is the very first city to be designated a European Green Capital by the EU Commission.

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Fresh juice, fresh idea - new Danish café hits Regent Street

JOE & THE JUICE is a big hit in Denmark and since November last year the café has also been an addition to Regent Street. The London café is the first of the the popular Danish chain to open in the UK. The history of JOE & THE JUICE (‘Joe’ is American slang for coffee) began in

2002. Founder Kaspar Basse back then was one of the top marshal artists (karate) in Denmark and had begun to reflect upon his diet and how it could be improved. “I used to eat a lot of protein and carbohydrates and didn’t give much thought to vegetables or fruit; I began thinking about different ways of eating greens without it being too boring,” he says. Slowly a business concept formed evolving into a unique coffee and juice café. “It’s loud, it’s fun and it has attitude but most importantly it’s healthy”. “We do whatever we can to optimize

the nutrition in the food and the drinks; everything is prepared in the store. We are working extremely hard on the customer service level side of things and want everyone to feel welcome, mothers and babies, old couples as well as businessmen.” The interior is an impressive size, beautifully decked out with velour armchairs downstairs, huge beanbag seats and fur rugs upstairs; a colour scheme of black off set with pinks and purples is adorned with candles and displays of fruit in thick wicker baskets. JOE & THE JUICE also serve sandwiches with healthy and taste-full ingredients. The place simply has a great dynamic vibe, bustling and upbeat, the staff even appear to be having their own party behind the counter.

Goodwille and Enlink partnership - a powerful duo nationwide Goodwille Ltd and Enlink Ltd have established a partnership, helping foreign companies lower the barrier to market entry in the UK. This partnership has been established to support high growth international companies of all sizes, operating nationwide and across industry sectors. Goodwille was founded in 1997 by Annika Åman-Goodwille. London-based, it is a professional service consultancy providing company secretarial, corporate legal, HR strategy and financial management expertise to foreign and international subsidiaries operating in the UK. Enlink, a slightly younger company established in 2006, is an outsourced office services provider offering financial administration, payroll, order handling, marketing, virtual offices and start up expertise. The Goodwille Enlink partners will

prioritise the needs of their clients, their business approach is flexible, friendly and bespoke and offers a broad portfolio of resources and business solutions. Daniel Parry, Managing Director of Goodwille commented, “As a professional services company, you see the immediate benefits of establishing your UK business in Europe’s leading financial centre. London is also a hotspot for media, ICT and software companies, at-

tracting the best professional talents from all over the world” Enlink Co-Founder Carolina Jönsson said, “Our team at Enlink is thrilled to be working together with Goodwille creating a broader offer and stronger product proposition both to existing and future clients.” For more information www.goodwille.co.uk, www.enlink.ltd.uk

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Cimber Sterling moves into the heart of London

Moomintroll, crafts and BBQ at the Finnish Easter fair

Cimber Sterling is redirecting its London route between Copenhagen and London Gatwick to London City Airport. The move comes after Scandinavian Airlines decided to close its routes between London City Airport and Copenhagen with effect from March.

The popular yearly Finnish Easter Fair will be taking place at the Finnish Church in London from March 26-28. This year’s special guest star is Moomintroll, who will make several appearances during the Fair.

London City Airport’s location in the heart of the capital makes it a highly attractive destination for both business and leisure travellers. “We had already applied for airport slots at London City, so we were poised to move in anyway if the opportunity arose, which it has now, with the withdrawal of Scandinavian Airlines,“ says Bjarne Rasmussen, sales and marketing director at Cimber Sterling. “We have every expectation that our customers, both business travellers and those flying out on city breaks, will appreciate our move into the heart of the capital,” he adds. Cimber Sterling will be flying to London City Airport twice daily while continuing with their route between Billund and London Gatwick.

SKF establishes a University Technology Centre with Imperial College in London SKF signs a five-year contract with Imperial College London’s Department of Mechanical Engineering to set up the next SKF University Technology Centre on tribology. The contract focuses research in the area of modelling in simulation of tribological systems. The prime objective is to further reduce friction and wear, enhancing the associated service life and environmental performance of SKF products. ”This will further reinforce SKF’s world leading position in modelling bearing performance”, says Dr Alan Begg, Senior Vice President of Group Technology. ”We are very excited to be formalizing our relationship with SKF in this way. Not only will it help support our fundamental research work in tribology but it should also ensure that this research is rapidly applied to real applications, such as enabling rolling bearings to operate with lower friction and thus lower energy consumption,” says Professor Hugh Spikes, who will be leading the team at Imperial and is head of the tribology research group. SKF Group is one of the leading global suppliers of products, solutions and services within rolling bearings, seals, mechatronics, services and lubrication systems. Source: www.skf.com

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Easter is a very popular holiday in Finland and the fair usually attracts around 2,000 visitors. They come to enjoy the Easter decorations, which the church will be adorned in, and savour the delicious Finnish food and special Easter delicatessen such as Mignon-eggs (full chocolate eggs in real hen eggshells made by Fazer.) There is also a cafeteria serving cinnamon buns, quark pastries, carelian pies and much more. In the barbeque area you will be able to enjoy smoked salmon, reindeer stew and Finnish sausages, while the Arts&crafts section will give you an opportunity to buy products from local Finnish artists. Opening hours are: Friday 26 March 12 Noon-8pm Saturday 27 March 10am –6pm Sunday 28 March 12 Noon-4pm

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Tonbruket on tour!

By Sara Schedin

The Swedish quartet Tonbruket, who released their eponymous debut album last month, will be touring the UK from 13 March– 1 April. Bassist Dan Berglund is a former member of the internationally renowned jazz group the Esbjörn Svensson Trio, whose album Live in Hamburg was named the best jazz album of the decade by The Times in 2009. After the tragic death of Esbjörn Svensson in 2008, Dan Berglund had to find a new musical meaning in his life and together with steel guitar player Johan Lindström, pianist Martin Hederos and drummer Andreas Werliin he formed the quartet Tonbruket. With his new band, Berglund has created a modern acoustic sound with influences from rock and alternative music. Tonbruket will be playing at the Southbank Centre in London on March 15. For more information about Tonbruket's upcoming shows in the UK visit www.tonbruket.com

Martin Fröst and Roland Pöntinen at the Wigmore Hall By Sara Schedin Clarinettist Martin Fröst and pianist Roland Pöntinen will be playing at the Wigmore Hall in London on March 23.

This Swedish duo, who are internationally known for their modern and imaginative programmes, will perform music by Debussy and Brahms amongst others as well as Pöntinen's new piece Danse Serpentine. Fröst is internationally known as one of the most exhilarating wind players of our time and performs regulary with major orchestras and in leading concert halls all over the world. In May this year Fröst will premiere a new concerto by Victoria BorsiovaOllas with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and Sakari Oramo. Pöntinen made his debut in 1981 with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and has since then performed with leading orchestras world-wide. In 2001 he received the Litteris et Aribus which is a royal medal recognizing pre-eminent skill in the artistic field. Wigmore Hall, 36 Wigmore Street, London, W1U 2BP. Tickets are £12-£24. www.wigmore-hall.org.uk

Scandinavian Music We're well into the new year now, and already it seems like the sound of 2010 is being crafted in Scandinavia. And what does it sound like? Well, like rock music and dance music are actually starting to work together! I met up with self-proclaimed 'Godfather of scandipop', Alexander Bard, in Stockholm last week. And he gave me an exclusive listen to the first single from his new band Gravitonas. Kites will be released in Sweden at the end of April, with the rest of Europe to

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Martin Fröst. Photo: Mats Bäcker

follow in the summer. It's his first venture into rock music, but he's brought along his favourite synths with him to give it a totally unique sound. It's an amalgamation of guitars, house beats, and electro synths - but at the heart of it all is a genuinely great song, with dangerously catchy hooks! Over in Denmark, the production team, Dandy Andy, have come up with another take on the merging of two musical genres. My Lonely Valentine sounds like an indie band performing every great electro song of the last five years. It's manic while being beautiful. And it's consistent, yet sounds like three songs merged together. They've drafted in singer Carmen Castro, who delivers a great vocal performance of their brilliant anti-Valentine lyrics.

By Karl Batterbee

Speaking of great electro music of the last five years, Robyn has announced that her new album will finally be ready for release in May, half a decade after her last one was released! Finally, over in Norway, it seems that they're dead set on making sure that they win the Eurovision Song Contest for the second time in a row when they host it this May. They've revealed the song that they'll be sending to compete, and it's a You Raise Me Up style anthemic, uplifting, key change loaded ballad - My Heart Is Yours by Didrik Solli Tangen.

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Lone Scherfig’s “An Education” hits the Baftas

Lone Scherfig. Photo: Nordisk Film

When talking about internationally renowned Danish film directors, names like Lars von Trier and Thomas Vinterberg often come to mind. But recently the name of Lone Scherfig, whose latest film An Education was nominated for three Oscars and eight Bafta awards (winning three), has issued the great men competition.

Scherfig’s UK produced An Education received great reviews as well as invitations to the highly acclaimed Sundance and Berlinale film festivals. When we speak to Scherfig, she expresses both joy and surprise at the recent events. But when asked if she dares to dream of winning the Oscar, she is a bit less positive: “In that case I should have to be very optimistic. I have seen most of the other films, and I think it has to be more American to win. We classify An Education as a European film.” Scherfig previously released the Scottish/Danish production Wilbur Kills Himself, but is best known for her Danish films like the comedy Italiensk

By Anders Lorenzen

for Begyndere (Italian for Beginners). Comparing the recent English production with the Danish, she explains: “The actors come from a more text-orientated background, very disciplined and more humble which sometimes makes the job of the director easier.” About England itself, she says, she is still surprised by the class-divided society. “Apart from that there is a more perfectionist culture in England, everyone does the utmost all the time, the standard is very high – even on not so important things, which suits me fine” Scherfig’s next project is a David Nicholls’s adaptation of One Day. An Education is released on DVD and Blu Ray 8 March.

20th century Danish furniture pop-up shop in London

By Sara Schedin

The Studiomama designer Nina Tolstrup will also be there, showing how to make furniture and animals from the pallets used to showcase the furniture. To bring a true Scandinavian feel to the event there will be Danish hot dogs and Swedish delicatessens for sale in the shop. The Modern Danish Warehouse will host a pop-up shop with a selection of original 20th century Danish furniture in Knightsbridge from 6–27 March. The shop will have up to 120 vintage chairs, tables, sofas and sideboards on show and for sale at prizes ranging from £100 to £1,500. Even though proprietor Nina Hertig reveals that there will be pieces designed by famous Danish designers, she emphasizes that she wants people

to look at the piece rather than buy it because someone famous made it. “The idea with the Modern Danish Warehouse is to always tell a story. This time we're telling the story of the traditonal cabinet maker who made everything by hand,” says Hertig. To accomplish this, the young Danish cabinet maker Anders Folke Andersen has been invited to the shop to make his newly designed tables and to show the tradition of cabinet making.

If this turns out to be a success there might pop-up a shop somewhere else in the future. “It's a trial to see if this works,” says Hertig. “Next time it will centre around something else. Our aim is to always tell a story.” The Garage, North Terrace, London, SW3 Opening hours: Mon – Sat 10am – 6pm, Sun 12pm – 5pm www.themoderndanishwarehouse.com

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Scan Magazine | Culture | Christen Købke

Portrait of the Artist’s Sister-in-Law, Johanne Elisabeth Købke, née Sundbye, 1842. Statens Museum for Kunst, Copenhagen. © SMK Foto

Christen Købke exhibition at the National Gallery The first half of the nineteenth century was intellectually, scientifically and culturally a Golden Age for Denmark. Active at the heart of this artistic flourishing was an unassuming young artist from Copenhagen, Christen Købke whose work is now being celebrated in a solo exhibition at the National Gallery, London. By Christina Sanderson The son of a baker, Købke came from a working class background; artistically, he was never to stray far from his roots or from his native Copenhagen. Painting the Danish landscape and the local people, family, friends, fellow artists and writers, Købke’s works are true to nature and completely unidealized. His portraits show a remarkable psychological penetration, combining a technical gift with a profound humanity and understanding of his sitters. The artist did not require grand or spectacular subject matter for he had an ability to bring a deep and profound beauty to the ordinary motifs of daily life. First solo exhibition outside Denmark This is the first time that a solo exhibition of Købke’s work has been shown outside of Denmark. I ask the curator of the exhibition, Professor David Jackson what he

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hopes to achieve by bringing this exhibition to London.

palette, resulting in a bold, striking and highly aesthetically sensitive composition.

“I hope simply to introduce the largest audience possible to an artist of the very finest quality; a painter with a peerless eye for aesthetic refinement and a sense of finding beauty in the simplest, most mundane of subjects, making the ordinary seem wondrous... Købke is a painter who deserves international recognition.”

When Købke died, not yet 38, he was still largely unrecognized as an artist and continued to be so until the late nineteenth century. Since then his reputation has grown and his work has been widely acknowledged for its modernity, celebrating the beauty of the quotidian without reference to historical or literary tradition. The National Gallery exhibition should serve to enhance his reputation further.

Recognised after his death Købke took pride in painting Danish themes and during the 1830s, he experimented with larger canvases devoted to Denmark’s great national monuments. In Frederiksborg Castle in the Evening Light, the Danish Royal summer residence is painted in an unpredictable manner from an unexpected angle and with a relatively limited

Christen Købke, Danish Master of Light is at the National Gallery, London from 17 March- 13 June 2010 and continues at the National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh from 5 July- 3 October 2010.

Scan Magazine | Culture Calendar

Scandinavian Culture Calendar – Where to go, what to see? It’s all happening here! March Norwegian and Japanese textile artists in Lincolnshire (until 18 April) Cultex is an exhibition featuring six major textile artists from Norway and Japan who have worked three trans-national partnerships over a period of 12 months. The exhibition premiered last month at the Hub National Centre for Craft & Design, The collaborative work of Carre Street, Sleaford, Lincolnshire,1NG34 2_0_Swedecare_1ninth:Layout 29/8/09 17:56 Page 1 Eva Schjølberg and Yuka Kawai. Photo: Øyvind Thorvaldsen 7TW. Opening hours: 10 – 5pm.

By Sara Schedin

Rosamund Pike plays the lead role in Ibsen's Hedda Gabler (March and April) English actress Rosamund Pike will play the title role in Henrik Ibsen's Hedda Gabler which will tour the UK this spring. Pike is an internationally known actress who starred in the James Bond film Die Another Day and played Jane Bennet in the 2005 production of Pride and Prejudice. Brighton (March 8-13), Richmond (March 15-20), Nottingham (March 22-27), and Oxford (March 29 April 4). Tickets: www.uktw.co.uk

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Ibsen's Ghosts in London (until 15 May) In February Frank McGuinness's version of the classic Ibsen play Ghosts opened at the Duchess Theatre in February. Lesley Sharp stars together with Iain Glen and Harry Treadaway. Dutchess Theatre, Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5LA. Tickets: www.nimaxtheatres.com

Mozart's last great piano concerto. Glasgow City Halls 19 March and Queen's Hall, Edinburgh 20 March. Tickets: www.sco.org.uk Hide and Seek by Sirpa PajunenMoghissi (24 March-21 April) Finnish artist Sirpa Pajunen-Moghissi will host a solo-exhibition at Highgate Contemporary Art this spring. Her work is based on childhood memories from her native Finland and photographs found in her family album. Pajunen-Moghissi, who is a Byam Shaw School of Art graduate, has been exhibiting in Finland and the UK since 1992. Highgate Contemporary Art, 26 Highgate High Street, London N6 5JG Kungsbacka Piano Trio concert in North Devon (March 25) This Swedish trio will perform music by Schumann and Beethoven at the Queen's Theatre in Barnstaple in Devon. They perform frequently world-wide and their music is often played on Radio 3. The Queen's Theatre, Boutport St, Barnstaple, Devon

Anna Grevelius at the English National Opera (15-27 March) Swedish mezzo soprano Anna Grevelius will play the role of Varvara in Dan Alden's production of Katya Kabanova by Janรกcek at the English National Opera. In 2004 Grevelius won the Gerald Moore Award's Singer Prize and in 2006 she won the RCM Lies Askonas competition. Tickets: 0871 911 0200 www.eno.org Nordic music at the Lexington (18 March) This month the club night Ja Ja Ja will give the London audience another dose of new Nordic musical talent. Icelandic singer-songwriter Hafdis Huld will be performing as well as Norwegian folk group Katzenjammer and the Danish indepop band Bodebrixen. The Lexington, 96-98 Pentonville Road, London, N1 9JB, United Kingdom. For more information visit www.thelexington.co.uk Okko Kamu conducts the Scottish Chamber Orchestra (19 & 20 March) Okko Kamu conducts the Scottish Chamber Orchestra in Glasgow and Edinburgh. He will pair Prokofiev's first symphony with one of Haydn's symphonies and

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Party in the Library, by Sirpa Pajunen-Moghissi

EX31 1SY. Tickets: www.northdevontheatres.org.uk Scandinavian Easter Fairs (26-28 March) The Finnish and Norwegian churches are organising Easter Fairs between 26-28 March selling traditional food and goodies. The Norwegian Church, 1 St Olav's Square, London, SE16 7JB (27-28 March) The Finnish Church, 33 Albion Street, London SE16 (26-28 March) Kristina by Benny Andersson & Bjรถrn Ulvaeus (14 April) Bjรถrn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson present the UK premiere of the concert version of their renowned musical Kristina at the Royal Albert Hall. The concert will be led by Helen Sjรถholm, the original Kristina, accompanied by a 50-piece Symphony Orchestra. The Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, London SW7. For tickets and more information visit www.kristinathemusical.com

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