Report: Regulatory changes needed to improve the status of wild berry pickers from abroad
6.5.2024 12.01
In its current form, the status of foreign wild berry pickers involves significant risks. To support political decision-making, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment commissioned a study on the economic impacts of different solutions. A working group of the Ministry has also produced an additional impact assessment of the options.
Government to tackle labour exploitation with a broad action plan
15.2.2024 13.06
The promotion of work-based immigration requires that exploitation of foreign labour is effectively and proactively combatted. The new action plan for prevention of labour exploitation will tackle the phenomenon with legislative reforms and increased cooperation between the authorities during the government term.
Study on status of foreign berry pickers and its economic effects begins
19.1.2024 8.24
As it is at present, there are significant risks associated with the status of foreign berry pickers. The study commissioned by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment assesses the economic effects of the alternative solutions to both berry pickers and berry companies. The Government will decide on further preparation that may be needed later on.
Government’s proposal on income limit for residence permits for employed persons sent out for comments
20.12.2023 14.44
An income limit of EUR 1,600 would be set for the residence permit for an employed person. In future, the income limit would be laid down by government decree. The government proposal will be circulated for comments until 31.1.2024.
Preparations begin to set an income limit for a residence permit for employed persons
5.9.2023 9.03
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has begun preparations to amend laws relating to income limits for work-based residence permits. Simultaneously, the Ministry will examine the appropriate levels and impacts of income limits.
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Report: Regulatory changes needed to improve the status of wild berry pickers from abroad
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6.5.2024 12.01
Government to tackle labour exploitation with a broad action plan
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Study on status of foreign berry pickers and its economic effects begins
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19.1.2024 8.24
Government’s proposal on income limit for residence permits for employed persons sent out for comments
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Preparations begin to set an income limit for a residence permit for employed persons
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5.9.2023 9.03
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