Køsentralisering

Køsentralisering is a term used in Scandinavian social theory and economics to describe a process of decentralization and regionalization of economic and social institutions from centralized cities to smaller towns and rural areas.

In the context of Norway and Denmark, køsentralisering refers to the policy of relocating administrative and service functions from the capital cities of Oslo and Copenhagen to regional centers and smaller towns. This process aims to reduce the disparities in economic opportunities, infrastructure, and quality of life between urban and rural areas.

Køsentralisering involves the decentralization of government agencies, businesses, and services to regional centers, which are often located in smaller towns or rural areas. This can include the relocation of government offices, schools, hospitals, and other public services. The policy also encourages the establishment of new businesses and industries in regional centers, creating job opportunities and stimulating local economies.

The goal of køsentralisering is to create a more balanced distribution of economic and social opportunities throughout the country, reducing the dominance of the capital cities and promoting regional development. By decentralizing economic and service functions, the policy aims to improve the quality of life for people living in smaller towns and rural areas, and to promote social and economic cohesion within the country.

Køsentralisering has been implemented in Norway and Denmark since the 1990s, with varying degrees of success. However, the policy has helped to reduce regional disparities and promote economic growth in smaller towns and rural areas.