Criticism of Søren Gade’s dual role spreads across center

There is criticism over Søren Gade holding dual roles as Speaker of the Danish Parliament and chairman of Esbjerg Harbor, as the harbor is competing for a role in the production of new warships for the Defense. Alex Ahrendtsen of the Danish People’s Party suggests that Gade should step down from his position at Esbjerg Harbor. This criticism spans both sides of the political spectrum, with the Alternative and Red/Green Alliance also expressing concerns. Lise Bech from the Denmark Democrats questions Gade’s dual roles due to conflict of interest, given Esbjerg Harbor’s involvement in the fleet plan. Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen dismisses these concerns, but Bech argues that the harbor actively participates in negotiations. Gade denies that Esbjerg Harbor engages in shipbuilding.