Policy Monitor – European Heritage Hub

Forslag til folketingsbeslutning om at 3D-dokumentere Danmarks unikke bygnings- og anlægsarv (Proposal for a Parliamentary Resolution to 3D document Denmark’s unique building and construction heritage)

25 March 2024

This legislative proposal advocates for the 3D documentation of Denmark’s unique building and construction heritage. By creating accurate 3D models of culturally significant structures, Denmark aims to ensure their preservation and facilitate restoration in cases of damage from fire, natural disasters, or vandalism. The document emphasizes the importance of preserving historical buildings and sites, inspired by the successful use of 3D models in the restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. It highlights the potential for 3D technology to accurately capture architectural details, enabling precise reconstructions and preserving cultural heritage

Lov om ændring af lov om ophavsret (Act amending the Copyright Act)

6 June 2023

The recent amendment to the Danish Copyright Act incorporates aspects of the EU Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market. This legislation aims to modernize copyright rules to address challenges posed by digital and cross-border technologies. A significant focus of the amendment is on text and data mining, allowing individuals and institutions with legal access to works to perform text and data mining unless explicitly restricted by the rights holder. This includes provisions specifically for scientific research conducted by research organizations and cultural heritage institutions, promoting innovation while ensuring

Forslag til Lov om ændring af lov om sikring af kulturværdier i Danmark (Act amending the Act on the Protection of Cultural Assets in Denmark)

6 April 2022

The proposed amendment to the Danish legislation on the safeguarding of cultural assets aims to strengthen measures against the illegal import of cultural goods. This legislative update introduces stricter penalties and enforces supplementary provisions aligned with the European Parliament and Council Regulation (EU) 2019/880, concerning the import and entry of cultural items. A key element of this amendment is the enhancement of Chapter 5, which now encompasses comprehensive penalty provisions. This includes the authority for customs and tax administrations or the police to detain shipments suspected of containing illegally exported

Forslag til folketingsbeslutning om at fremme den danske maritime kulturarv gennem etablering af 10 pct. urørte havområder (Proposal for a Parliamentary Resolution to promote the Danish maritime cultural heritage)

1 March 2022

This legislative proposal aims to safeguard Denmark’s maritime heritage by establishing 10% untouched marine areas. The document underscores the urgent need to protect and restore marine biodiversity to preserve Denmark’s cultural and natural maritime legacy. Decades of exploitation have pushed Denmark’s marine ecosystems to the brink, with significant declines in species like eels and local fish stocks. The proposal highlights that without immediate action, more species and critical marine habitats will be lost, jeopardizing the foundation of Denmark’s maritime culture. The establishment of untouched marine zones is presented as essential

Forslag til folketingsbeslutning om at sikre den unikke danske bygningsarv (Safeguarding the unique Danish building heritage)

21 January 2022

The proposal aims to protect Denmark’s building heritage by implementing measures that ensure historic buildings reflect the country’s cultural heritage. Key actions include updating planning laws, allocating funds for preservation, and establishing a working group to assess the value and conservation possibilities of protected and preservation-worthy buildings. The legislation highlights the historical significance of Denmark’s architectural heritage, noting that both protected and preservation-worthy buildings collectively represent the country’s cultural legacy. Despite existing laws, many valuable buildings are at risk due to inadequate state funding and local administrative challenges. The document

City of Aarhus Cultural Strategy 2021-2024. Aarhus – Culture in our Heart, our Eyes on the World

24 February 2021

This strategy explores the significance of heritage as a driver of cultural identity, social cohesion, and sustainable development. It highlights the importance of safeguarding and promoting diverse heritage assets, including historic sites, traditions, and intangible cultural heritage, to ensure their preservation for future generations. Additionally, it addresses the challenges and opportunities associated with heritage conservation and management in a rapidly evolving global context. The City of Aarhus has been pioneering in initiatives including Climate as an overarching theme for cultural work – with regard to the strategic documents or establishing

Lov om beskyttelse af kulturværdier i tilfælde af væbnet konflikt (Act on the Protection of Cultural Assets in the Event of Armed Conflict)

29 November 2017

The purpose of the bill is to create the necessary legislative basis for fulfilling the requirements for criminal liability and extradition pursuant to the Second Protocol of 26 March 1999 to the UNESCO Convention of 14 May 1954 for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict with the First Protocol. The bill creates a basis for a number of specified violations directed against cultural assets in the event of armed conflict to become punishable. It is also proposed that amendments be made to the Extradition Act

Forslag til Lov om ændring af lov om bygningsfredning og bevaring af bygninger og bymiljøer (Act amending the Act on Building Preservation and Preservation of Buildings and Urban Environments)

14 March 2017

The amendment to the Danish Building Conservation Act aims to enhance the protection and management of significant cultural heritage collections. This legislation addresses the need to balance the preservation of heritage buildings with the practical requirements of museums housed within these structures, particularly when such buildings are at risk or no longer suitable for their purpose. One of the main provisions includes the reformation of the Special Building Inspection’s composition, ensuring a broader representation of professional expertise beyond just architectural specialists. This change aims to incorporate diverse perspectives in the

Bekendtgørelse af museumsloven (The Museum Act)

8 April 2014

The legislative act sets the legal framework for the preservation and management of cultural heritage in Denmark. This law emphasizes the protection of historical monuments, archaeological sites, and culturally significant buildings. Key aspects of the legislation include defining the responsibilities of national and local authorities in heritage preservation, and establishing criteria for the designation of protected sites. It also outlines the procedures for conducting archaeological investigations and managing discovered artifacts, ensuring that significant findings are properly documented and conserved. The law highlights the importance of integrating cultural heritage considerations into

Lov om tilbagelevering og overførelse af stjålne eller ulovligt udførte kulturgenstande (Act on the return and transfer of stolen or illegally exported cultural objects)

26 May 2010

The uploaded legislation focuses on the regulation surrounding the return and transfer of stolen or illegally exported cultural objects. This legislation aims to uphold the international agreements concerning cultural heritage protection and to ensure the repatriation of significant cultural artifacts to their rightful owners or countries. The law sets out clear definitions and conditions under which cultural objects must be returned if they have been stolen or illegally exported. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to the 1995 UNIDROIT Convention on Stolen or Illegally Exported Cultural Objects, to which Denmark

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