Press releases
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Ministers to discuss minimum wages, pay transparency and the COVID-19 pandemic in Brussels
3.12.2021
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Guarantee of origin certifies that energy purchased is renewable
2.12.2021
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EU energy ministers to continue discussions on ‘Fit for 55’ initiatives and high energy prices
1.12.2021
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Reform of digital TE services will improve services and increase efficiency of job search
25.11.2021
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SME Barometer: Positive outlook for SMEs in healthcare and social services sector – business unaffected by coronavirus crisis
25.11.2021
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Finland joins coalition aiming to end export finance of fossil fuels
24.11.2021
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Competitiveness Council to discuss regulation of digital giants, internet user safety and research, innovation and space issues
24.11.2021
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Minister Lintilä: Decarbonisation is Finland’s strategy for industrial growth
24.11.2021
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259,000 unemployed jobseekers in October
23.11.2021
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Nordic labour ministers and ILO head to discuss platform economy and wellbeing at work in Helsinki
22.11.2021
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Commission extends the scope and term of more flexible state aid rules
18.11.2021
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Employers to compensate employees for all non-competition agreements – legal amendments to take effect in January 2022
18.11.2021
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä to visit the United States to discuss energy and bioeconomy
15.11.2021
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Interreg Baltic Sea Region programme promotes wellbeing in the Baltic Sea region
11.11.2021
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Evaluation: Finland’s guarantee scheme improved SMEs’ access to funding
11.11.2021
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Ministers Lintilä and Saarikko to discuss EU taxonomy for sustainable finance with Commissioner McGuinness
10.11.2021
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Labour market forecast: Employment to exceed pre-coronavirus level this year but unemployment to fall below that level only in 2023
9.11.2021
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MEAE launches preparation of sectoral roadmaps to ensure the availability of labour across Finland
8.11.2021
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New working group to prepare a reform of services for unaccompanied minors who have received a residence permit
2.11.2021
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Minister of Economic Affairs to promote marine industry exports in the Netherlands and to discuss industrial policy in Denmark
2.11.2021
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment launches preparations for a report on security of supply
2.11.2021
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Ministers Haatainen and Lintilä to discuss EU competitiveness with the Commission’s Executive Vice-President Vestager
29.10.2021
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New round of business cost support for companies in tourism, restaurant and event sectors
28.10.2021
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Ministers from digitally advanced EU countries to discuss digital and green transition in Luxembourg
26.10.2021
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265,300 unemployed jobseekers in September
26.10.2021
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EU ministers to discuss energy prices at extraordinary Energy Council meeting on 26 October
25.10.2021
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Strong growth in regional economies and employment but availability of labour tempers development prospects
22.10.2021
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Acts related to the introduction of Datahub for electricity retail market enter into force on 27 October
21.10.2021
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Government proposes amendments to the Act on Peak-Load Reserve
21.10.2021
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Innovation and Skills in Finland 2021−2027 promotes regional vitality, employment and wellbeing
21.10.2021
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Legislative basis for the EU regional and structural policy programme in 2021–2027 completed
21.10.2021
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A new state-owned company to employ the most disadvantaged people with partial work ability
21.10.2021
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Persons sentenced for refusing non-military service not to be ordered back into service
21.10.2021
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Fingrid granted permission to build a transmission line between Finland and Sweden
20.10.2021
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Minister Lintilä visits Estonia to promote tourism and cooperation during recovery
19.10.2021
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Minister of Employment Haatainen to visit Sweden’s Samhall that employs people with partial work ability
18.10.2021
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Finland and China to boost collaboration in low-carbon technologies and circular economy
14.10.2021
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Nordic conference discusses benefits and future of wage formation model based on collective agreements
14.10.2021
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Democracy Recognition awarded to task force on multilingual COVID-19 communications – MEAE involved in the group
13.10.2021
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Lintilä and other EU ministers’ joint article: Europe needs nuclear power
11.10.2021
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Working group seeks ways to prevent abuse in accommodation conditions for foreign workers
7.10.2021
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Individual services to support job search in the Nordic labour market service model
7.10.2021
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Centre of Expertise for Social Enterprises starts operations
7.10.2021
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Combating the exploitation of migrant labour requires good cooperation between different authorities
7.10.2021
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Economic expectations of tourism companies far better than a year ago
6.10.2021
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Minister of Economic Affairs stresses Finland’s circular economy and energy expertise at Dubai Expo
1.10.2021
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Pilot encourages sole entrepreneurs to hire their first employee
30.9.2021
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New Co-operation Act to improve dialogue between employers and employees
30.9.2021
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Cooperation group to coordinate development of Government’s security of supply operations
30.9.2021
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Ministerial working group outlines: Most personal customer, employer and business services to transfer to municipalities
28.9.2021
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss ‘Fit for 55’ and internal market development
27.9.2021
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Draft decree on Recovery and Resilience Plan related energy investment aid for 2022–2026 out for comments
24.9.2021
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Finland’s sustainable financing roadmap offers guidelines for achieving sustainable development goals
24.9.2021
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Parliament receives U-communication on Commission proposal for a new directive on energy efficiency
23.9.2021
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Parliament receives U-communication on Commission proposal to amend laws on renewable energy
23.9.2021
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Legislative amendments to reform and harmonise market surveillance in Finland
23.9.2021
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Finland to the IAEA Board of Governors
23.9.2021
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Energy and transport ministers to attend EU meetings in Slovenia on 22–23 September
21.9.2021
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Consultation on the EIA report for the future of Loviisa nuclear power plant has begun
21.9.2021
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281,000 unemployed jobseekers in August
21.9.2021
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Regional Ministers of the Nordic Council of Ministers: Multilocality to boost regional vitality
16.9.2021
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Lintilä encourages Nordic cooperation in mineral and tourism issues
16.9.2021
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Gender impact of the upcoming Climate and Energy Strategy assessed
16.9.2021
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Monitoring committee appointed for the EU’s regional and structural policy programme in 2021–2027
16.9.2021
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Regional co-operation programmes for 2021–2027 support the competitiveness and functional labour market of border regions
16.9.2021
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New solutions proposed for disputes over collective agreement choices
16.9.2021
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Report: Marine industry is a developing growth sector - need to prepare for changing circumstances
14.9.2021
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A new Act on discretionary government grants to develop business operations to enter into force in November
9.9.2021
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Government proposal: Temporary right of entrepreneurs to labour market support to continue until end of November
9.9.2021
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Estimate: Tourism spending to remain 30–40% below the pre-pandemic level this year
6.9.2021
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Fortum submits to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment an EIA report on the future of the Loviisa nuclear power plant
6.9.2021
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Finland and Belgium have signed the agreement on statistical transfers of renewable energy
3.9.2021
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Regional pilots on more flexible labour market test to begin
1.9.2021
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New incentive to develop the Ohjaamo low-threshold services for young people
1.9.2021
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Survey of 4,600 entrepreneurs: Business conditions near pre-pandemic levels but uncertainty continues
1.9.2021
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Municipalities to take over TE services in 2024 – ministerial working group decides on principles of reform
1.9.2021
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Minister Lintilä to head three meetings of Nordic Council of Ministers on 16–17 September
31.8.2021
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322,600 unemployed jobseekers in July
24.8.2021
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Ministry analysis on recruitment of workforce in 2020: Most problems in social and healthcare sectors
18.8.2021
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Iiris Niinikoski and Piritta Jokelainen named Special Advisers to Minister of Employment
16.8.2021
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Draft budget of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment for 2022: aiming to boost sustainable growth
13.8.2021
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Government decree on electricity supply settlement to improve customer service and to make it easier to change suppliers
12.8.2021
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Fourth application round for business cost support begins on 17 August
12.8.2021
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Draft national programme on spent fuel and radioactive waste management and report on its environmental impacts out for comments
5.8.2021
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Extending compulsory education will affect terms of employment for young workers
2.8.2021
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316,200 unemployed jobseekers in June
27.7.2021
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Legislative amendments curbing electricity distribution prices to take effect in early August
15.7.2021
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EU's Fit for 55 legislative climate package seeks to tighten renewable energy and energy-efficiency targets
14.7.2021
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Next application round of EU Innovation Fund in autumn – advice available for project preparation
8.7.2021
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Certain unemployment security tasks to Uusimaa TE Office
8.7.2021
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Round of statements on amendments to the Seafarers’ Employment Contracts Act: Employers to have the right to oblige employees to take a breathalyser test
8.7.2021
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EUR 22.8 million for new projects to replace coal energy
2.7.2021
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Social enterprises to benefit from more advice and competence – A call for funding launched to establish a new centre of expertise
2.7.2021
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Another round of business cost support to open and new compensation for large companies for closure of premises
29.6.2021
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Government grants EUR 2 million to Kemi-Tornio to manage sudden structural change – Total funding EUR 12.75 million
29.6.2021
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Reform of digital TE services to improve customer services and promote employment – Draft proposal out for comments
28.6.2021
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Temporary amendments to business development aid to continue until the end of 2021
23.6.2021
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Government grants EUR 4.2 million to help companies manage the sudden structural change in Kemi-Tornio
23.6.2021
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New company to be established to employ people with partial work capacity – Legislative proposal sent out for comments
22.6.2021
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Glossary of integration harmonises the use of concepts related to integration services
22.6.2021
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301,200 unemployed jobseekers in May
22.6.2021
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Ministers to prepare for the UN High-level Dialogue on Energy in thematic forums – Lintilä to take part in Innovation, Technology and Data forum on 22 June
21.6.2021
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Audit of ELY Centre COVID-19 subsidies completed
18.6.2021
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Entry into force of the Act on guarantee of origin to be delayed – Parliamentary proceedings to continue in the autumn
18.6.2021
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Government report proposes extensive programme to speed up integration of immigrants
17.6.2021
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Government supports intervention in foreign subsidies that distort competition in the European Union, but insists on clear rules
17.6.2021
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Competition Act amendments aimed at improving enforcement enter into force on 24 June
17.6.2021
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Amended Aliens Act to prevent exploitation of foreign labour and to improve the status of victims
17.6.2021
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Government supports Kemi due to sudden structural change
17.6.2021
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Minister of Employment Haatainen at the ILO Labour Conference: Cooperation needed to stop inequality in labour markets
15.6.2021
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New booklet and telephone advisory service to prevent abuse of seasonal workers and other persons arriving in Finland for work
15.6.2021
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New project to help companies digitalise their financial administration
15.6.2021
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Report proposes changes to the current reservation mechanism for mineral exploration to reduce uncertainty
14.6.2021
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Business Finland to accept applications on hydrogen projects as part of the Sustainable Growth Programme
11.6.2021
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EU energy ministers to discuss Europe’s energy networks, hydrogen strategy and building renovations
11.6.2021
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Kimmo Peltonen to continue as Director General of Tukes
10.6.2021
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Relief to travel operators from the 2020 supervisory and insolvency protection fee
10.6.2021
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Director-General Huttunen at launch of NNF2021: Developing nuclear energy requires closer international regulatory cooperation
8.6.2021
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Research group proposes changes to unemployment security and labour market policy
8.6.2021
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Jobseekers to receive more individual support in proposed Nordic labour market service model now out for comments
7.6.2021
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Evaluation: Competence centre KEINO successfully brings together key operators and competencies in the sector
4.6.2021
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Working Life Barometer 2020: Coronavirus period had a positive effect on work ability among people who could work remotely
4.6.2021
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Status of foreign berry pickers to improve
3.6.2021
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Legislative proposal to Parliament: Another round of business cost support to open and new compensation for large companies for closure of premises
3.6.2021
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Ilona Lundström to continue as Director General
3.6.2021
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Nordic employment ministers to discuss the future of work and the welfare model
2.6.2021
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Labour market forecast: Employment rate to surpass pre-epidemic level in 2022 but long-term unemployment to grow further
2.6.2021
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Mikko Heinikoski appointed Special Adviser to Minister of Employment Haatainen
1.6.2021
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Minister Lintilä to make a virtual export promotion visit to China
31.5.2021
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Finland to study participation in ESA’s human spaceflight programme
31.5.2021
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World’s leading economies to discuss clean energy technologies and their deployment in 2020s
31.5.2021
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Ministers Skinnari and Lintilä to attend OECD Council on post-pandemic sustainable recovery and organisation’s future priorities
28.5.2021
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Evaluation of the National Emergency Supply Agency completed
28.5.2021
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä: Supplementary budget’s investments in industrial policy to help companies rise from the coronavirus crisis
27.5.2021
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Application round for event guarantee to start 1 June – Aims to reduce organisers’ financial risk
27.5.2021
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Advances made in harmonised regulation of AI – Government submits a Union communication on EU proposal to Parliament
27.5.2021
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Companies can apply for Sustainable Growth Programme funding in autumn
26.5.2021
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EU Competitiveness Council to discuss EU industrial strategy and regulation of online platforms, European Research Area and space
26.5.2021
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Minister Lintilä to discuss cooperation and recovery of trade after the coronavirus pandemic with China’s Minister of Commerce
25.5.2021
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318,400 unemployed jobseekers in April
25.5.2021
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OECD report: Finland lags behind in foreign investments – more policy measures needed
19.5.2021
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Draft bill out for comments: Another round of business cost support to open and new compensation for large companies under preparation
18.5.2021
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TVO submits EIA report on final disposal of very low-level nuclear waste – Comments accepted 1 June–31 July
14.5.2021
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Government to increase maximum amount of pay security
12.5.2021
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Government proposes to extend labour market support for entrepreneurs until the end of September
12.5.2021
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Outlook for regional economies moderately positive
10.5.2021
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Report: Transformation of work challenges the Nordic welfare model but its strengths may offer a solution
7.5.2021
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New centre of expertise to support social enterprises and to help employ people with partial work ability
7.5.2021
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Finland to secure aid for services to promote re-employment of redundant Finnair staff
6.5.2021
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Commission updates EU Industrial Strategy – Finland supports its objectives to accelerate digital and green transitions
6.5.2021
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Legislative proposal to Parliament: Event Guarantee reduces organisers’ financial risk
6.5.2021
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New EU Regulation on European Globalisation Adjustment Fund makes application criteria less strict
3.5.2021
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Finland appointed to participate in the preparation of the UN High-Level Dialogue on Energy – Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä as a Minister Champion for the Technology and Innovations theme
3.5.2021
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Finland’s AI course to contribute to digital skills of Europeans across the continent
3.5.2021
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Minister of Employment Haatainen: Government’s decisions in mid-term policy review to create an intermediary for people with partial work ability, to transfer TE services to municipalities and to support work-based immigration will boost employment
29.4.2021
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä: Government’s decisions in mid-term policy review to boost investments and renewal of industry will support Finland after the pandemic
29.4.2021
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Government decides on the regional allocation of REACT-EU funding
29.4.2021
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Fennovoima updates its application to construct a nuclear reactor
28.4.2021
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Minister of Employment Tuula Haatainen to visit Kemi
26.4.2021
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Companies in all sectors can apply for business cost support, some without further justification
22.4.2021
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Kimmo Tiilikainen appointed Director General of Geological Survey of Finland
22.4.2021
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Research: Finland’s COVID-19 support package internationally small – companies would have needed support for costs in the beginning of the crisis
20.4.2021
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New investments to benefit Finland’s battery cluster
19.4.2021
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Elina Pylkkänen appointed Permanent State Under-Secretary at the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
15.4.2021
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Restaurants across Finland can open to customers on Monday 19 April with restrictions
15.4.2021
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Sub-group on local collective bargaining: No prospect of joint proposals but debate to continue
14.4.2021
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Ministers Lintilä and Skinnari to promote Finnish exports to Sweden in the food, textiles and health sectors
14.4.2021
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Funding applications for circular economy projects now accepted — aims to create new business and support economic recovery after epidemic
12.4.2021
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Application rounds for business cost support and closure compensation to open in April–May
9.4.2021
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Restaurants to remain closed to customers in most parts of Finland until 18 April – Closure to end in Kittilä and North Ostrobothnia
8.4.2021
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Government Proposal on discretionary government transfers to develop business operations in 2021-2028
8.4.2021
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Government proposes to reform regional development laws to correspond with national and EU objectives
8.4.2021
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Improvements to seasonal workers’ right to change employers and to employers’ amount of administrative work
8.4.2021
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Government submits to Parliament its proposal to add biogas and electrofuels to distribution obligation
8.4.2021
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Grounds for restaurant lockdown re-examined after Easter
1.4.2021
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Government proposes amendments to Act on Municipal Experiments to Promote Employment
31.3.2021
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Improvements to the status of foreign berry pickers
31.3.2021
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Working group on peat proposes ways to help the sector in transition and to increase role of peat in security of supply
31.3.2021
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Finland to participate in IEA-COP26 Net Zero Summit ahead of the Glasgow Climate Change Conference
30.3.2021
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327,100 unemployed jobseekers in February
30.3.2021
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Restaurants remain closed to customers until 18 April almost throughout Finland due to serious epidemic situation
28.3.2021
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä: Olkiluoto 3’s fuel loading permit a decisive step towards increased clean electricity production
26.3.2021
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Occupational Barometer: Number of shortage occupations rises slightly as effect of coronavirus epidemic stabilises
26.3.2021
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Up-to-date information on the ongoing closure of restaurants
25.3.2021
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment prepares compensation to businesses affected by restrictions on movement
25.3.2021
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National battery cooperation body to promote implementation of Battery Strategy
25.3.2021
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Rapporteur Routila proposes bioeconomy and circular economy industry for Naantali refinery area
25.3.2021
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The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment grants funding to TE service pilots for 2021–2022
24.3.2021
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Report: Diverse, responsible and competent domestic ownership needed to strengthen investments, growth and wellbeing
24.3.2021
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Government proposal: Closure of restaurants to continue until 18 April
23.3.2021
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Rapporteur: Finances, staff skills and international competitiveness of aviation companies must be safeguarded
22.3.2021
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Working Life Barometer 2020: Coronavirus pandemic causes a huge leap towards remote working
22.3.2021
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss strategic autonomy
19.3.2021
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Jukka Ahtela to continue as conciliator
18.3.2021
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Support for management of sudden structural changes and development of international capabilities of SMEs
18.3.2021
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Government proposal: New compensation to companies for closure of customer premises
18.3.2021
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No changes to areas where restaurants are closed to customers
18.3.2021
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Estimate: Coronavirus pandemic to cut tourist spending by up to 50% in Finland this year
17.3.2021
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Audit of Business Finland’s coronavirus funding completed
16.3.2021
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Commission approves changes to State aid scheme to support companies by up to EUR 1.8 million due to the epidemic
11.3.2021
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Mika Nordman to head digital services at the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
11.3.2021
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European Battery Alliance aims to strengthen the sector by promoting skills and raw material production
11.3.2021
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Restaurants to close on 9 March in areas where COVID-19 epidemic situation is the most serious
8.3.2021
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Pirjo Jantunen appointed Clean Energy Ambassador to IEA’s technology programme
8.3.2021
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Legislative proposal to Parliament: Third application round for business cost support in April to include sole entrepreneurs
4.3.2021
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Six applicants for the position of Director General at Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency
3.3.2021
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332,800 unemployed jobseekers in January
2.3.2021
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Designation of Finnish candidates for European Digital Innovation Hubs
1.3.2021
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Government proposal: restaurants to be temporarily closed to customers – takeaway and delivery still permitted
1.3.2021
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Rapporteurs: Important to make use of the existing opportunities for local collective bargaining
1.3.2021
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Recovery of tourism after COVID-19 pandemic on the agenda of EU tourism ministers
26.2.2021
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REACT-EU instrument to support regions affected by the coronavirus pandemic
25.2.2021
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RDI investment, smart capital and increasing knowledge and skills as enablers of Finland’s growth
24.2.2021
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss EU recovery package and tax reporting
24.2.2021
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Study to probe into disputes concerning the choice of applicable collective agreement and the conciliation system
24.2.2021
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Evaluation: Coronavirus pandemic reduced tourist spending by over 40% in Finland in 2020
22.2.2021
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Government proposes to extend labour market support for entrepreneurs until the end of June
18.2.2021
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Sector report: Attracting and retaining workforce in the health and social services sector is challenging – working conditions must be improved
15.2.2021
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Sector report: Tourism grew steadily before the coronavirus pandemic – Finland continues to have several competitive advantages
10.2.2021
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VTT limits its application to decommission research reactor – Fuel returned to the US
10.2.2021
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Ministers Lintilä and Sutt discussed Finnish-Estonian cooperation
9.2.2021
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Finland should follow the example of Sweden’s Samhall: Intermediate labour market to help employ people with partial work ability
9.2.2021
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Agreements between State and cities to speed up innovations in carbon reduction, digitalisation and wellbeing
9.2.2021
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Government supports Commission proposal to create Brexit adjustment reserve
4.2.2021
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Regions to receive EUR 13.4 million for sustainable growth and vitality
4.2.2021
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Finland supports common EU rules on digital platforms
4.2.2021
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Government proposal to expand employers’ right to check criminal records of people working with children
4.2.2021
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EU competitiveness ministers discuss promotion of research careers
2.2.2021
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European Commission extends temporary State aid framework until the end of 2021
28.1.2021
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Legislative proposal to cut electricity distribution prices and profits of distribution companies
28.1.2021
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Minister of Employment Haatainen: Labour market support to entrepreneurs will continue until 30 June 2021
28.1.2021
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357,400 unemployed jobseekers in December
28.1.2021
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Digitally advanced EU countries: EU must strive for technological competitiveness
27.1.2021
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment analysis: 333,000 new jobs created in 2019 – SMEs would benefit from help and advice during recruitment process
27.1.2021
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Finland strongly involved in new EU scheme for sustainable and innovative battery industry
26.1.2021
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New strategy to strengthen Finland’s competitiveness in battery sector and to promote climate goals
26.1.2021
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Finland invites ministers from digitally advanced EU countries to discuss Europe’s competitiveness
21.1.2021
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Pilot plan to help sole entrepreneurs with recruitment
18.1.2021
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27 applicants for the position of Under-Secretary of State
11.1.2021
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19 applicants for the position of Director General at Geological Survey of Finland
11.1.2021
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Local government pilots on employment combine state and municipal resources to boost employment – Pilots to start in March 2021
30.12.2020
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Regional transport subsidy to continue in 2020–2022
30.12.2020
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Temporary amendments to business development aid to continue until 30 June 2021
30.12.2020
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Act on conflict minerals to promote transparency of supply chains and responsible procurement
30.12.2020
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Finland applies for EU aid to help re-employment of workers made redundant by Finnair
30.12.2020
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Rapporteur seeks ways to restart aviation sector after coronavirus pandemic
22.12.2020
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314,500 unemployed jobseekers in November
22.12.2020
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Climate Fund starts operations
21.12.2020
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Changes at the turn of the year in the administrative branch of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
18.12.2020
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Companies in all sectors can apply for business cost support if their turnover has decreased due to COVID-19
18.12.2020
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Finland joins the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance – the objective is to mitigate climate change and increase industrial competitiveness
17.12.2020
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Exceptions to the unemployment security: What should the unemployed take into account in the new year?
17.12.2020
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Seasonal workers to be able to change employers while in Finland
17.12.2020
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Government proposes legislative amendments to prevent exploitation of foreign labour – New measures to be launched throughout the term
17.12.2020
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New TE Services Strategy focuses on individual services and employer-based approach
16.12.2020
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Report: Errors in procurement procedures have decreased
15.12.2020
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Report: COVID-19 has transformed business support policy objectives
15.12.2020
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Energy ministers to discuss the role of system integration in achieving EU climate objectives
11.12.2020
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Finland supports the aims of EU minimum wage initiative to combat in-work poverty
10.12.2020
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Amendments to the Act on Support for Business Costs to enter into force soon – Application round for coronavirus-hit businesses to start before Christmas
10.12.2020
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Petri Peltonen to continue as Under-Secretary of State
3.12.2020
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Strategy: Lifelong guidance to support people on educational and career paths
3.12.2020
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EUR 7.7 million for projects replacing coal energy – aid for non-combustion-based solutions in district heat generation
2.12.2020
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Call for applications opens on 1 December: A new programme launched to boost employment in municipalities through procurement
1.12.2020
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Updated Roadmap: New innovations in the health sector aim at wellbeing and competitiveness
1.12.2020
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Statement of the MEAE on the EIA programme for the future of the Loviisa nuclear power plants
27.11.2020
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Finland and Sweden establish a European Grouping of Territorial Cooperation to promote the competitiveness of the Kvarken region
26.11.2020
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Reduced administrative burden for small food service businesses in preparing financial statements
26.11.2020
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EU Competitiveness Council to discuss Member States’ investments in research and development
26.11.2020
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Steering group for working life diversity programme appointed
25.11.2020
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Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency to visit Finland
24.11.2020
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Impact investing to support wellbeing of families and children and education and employment of young people
24.11.2020
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312,700 unemployed jobseekers in October
24.11.2020
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Temporary extensions to unemployment benefit of laid-off employees and entrepreneurs to continue
19.11.2020
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Minister Haatainen: Objectives of security of supply to be updated based on coronavirus crisis
19.11.2020
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New means to improve interaction between employers and employees – Amendments to the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings out for comments now
19.11.2020
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss economic importance of space and Europe’s role in the space market
19.11.2020
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Innovation hubs to promote digitalisation in the EU – Applications from Finnish candidates now accepted
18.11.2020
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss Europe’s industrial policy and competitiveness
18.11.2020
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Minister Lintilä to promote energy exports on a virtual visit to Indonesia
17.11.2020
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Labour market forecast: Prolonged unemployment will shape the labour market as the pandemic continues
17.11.2020
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Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä to promote exports of digital services on a virtual visit to Mexico
16.11.2020
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Building of Finland’s first quantum computer begins – VTT partners with quantum startup IQM
16.11.2020
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Artificial Intelligence 4.0 programme to speed up digitalisation of business
13.11.2020
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Government proposal: Employers obligated to pay compensation to employees for all non-competition agreements
12.11.2020
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Water bills to be based on actual consumption in each apartment – Remotely read water meters to be installed in old housing companies during water and sewage system renovations
12.11.2020
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New project to promote allocation of funding to sustainable development
11.11.2020
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Working Life Barometer 2019: More employees consider today’s working life mentally strenuous
10.11.2020
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Enforcement of competition law to become more effective
5.11.2020
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Loan guarantee scheme to help SMEs obtain financing
4.11.2020
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Minister Lintilä to discuss energy cooperation with Director of China’s National Energy Administration
4.11.2020
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The Government proposes temporary changes to labour market training – Employment and Economic Development Offices could also offer studies leading to a university degree
29.10.2020
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Government proposal on conflict minerals to promote transparency of supply chains and responsible procurement
29.10.2020
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Reimplementation of business cost support proceeding
29.10.2020
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Ministers Lintilä and Skinnari to make a virtual export promotion visit to Germany
28.10.2020
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Ilmastorahasto Oy to promote low-carbon economy and digitalisation
27.10.2020
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Minister Lintilä to attend ministerial meeting on steel production
23.10.2020
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Temporary extension to foreign workers’ right to work to expire in October
23.10.2020
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Regions to receive over EUR 100 million for coronavirus recovery efforts
22.10.2020
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss industry as the driver of growth, green transition and boosting digitalisation
22.10.2020
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Summary report of sectoral low-carbon roadmaps published
22.10.2020
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Investments in RDI activities, green transition and digitalisation in the focus of Finland’s sustainable growth programme
21.10.2020
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More than a 1,000 immigrants employed through Integration SIB project
20.10.2020
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315,800 unemployed jobseekers in September
20.10.2020
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Labour Council takes a position on the legal status of food couriers
15.10.2020
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Temporary amendments to business development aid
15.10.2020
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Ministry launches review on the current state and promotion of local collective bargaining
14.10.2020
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Bioeconomy Advisory Panel meets for the first time with the aim of creating sustainable growth from the bioeconomy
14.10.2020
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European Commission extends temporary State aid framework until 30 June 2021
13.10.2020
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Amendments for preventing the exploitation of foreign labour circulated for comments
9.10.2020
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Twenty-nine tourism development projects selected to receive funding
9.10.2020
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Situation report by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment provides an overall view of the effects of coronavirus on companies, employment and sectors
9.10.2020
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Government aims to create economic growth and jobs in creative industries with support of roadmap and steering group
7.10.2020
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New market surveillance tasks for the Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency
5.10.2020
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Draft bill circulated for comments: Amendment to specify Business Finland Oy’s public administrative duties
5.10.2020
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EU energy ministers to discuss the role of energy measures in meeting stricter 2030 targets
2.10.2020
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Business assistance service to be strengthened with the EU’s support
1.10.2020
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Hannu Mäkinen appointed to develop a model for employing people with partial work ability
29.9.2020
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Report: Bridge agreements between central government and regions contribute to regional development
28.9.2020
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New programme seeks growth through internationalisation by increasing exports, improving competitiveness and creating new export companies
26.9.2020
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Climate and Energy Strategy comprehensively to outline the measures required by the 2035 goal
25.9.2020
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Janne Metsämäki continues as conciliator
24.9.2020
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Ministers Haatainen and Pekonen: Active cooperation between companies, organisations and the authorities required to tackle undeclared work
22.9.2020
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329,700 unemployed jobseekers in August
22.9.2020
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Ministerial meetings to discuss clean energy solutions and post-COVID-19 recovery
21.9.2020
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Occupational Barometer: COVID-19 reduced the number of shortage occupations, trend unchanged in surplus occupations
18.9.2020
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Minister of Employment Haatainen: Government budget session decisions support the achievement of the employment target
16.9.2020
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä: Government agreed on measures to improve the competitiveness of industry
16.9.2020
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State aid notification to European Commission on aid scheme for maritime transport
16.9.2020
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Standard pricing of business development services resumes
10.9.2020
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Updated estimate: Coronavirus pandemic shrinks tourist spending by 40% in Finland in 2020
9.9.2020
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SME Barometer: SME outlook plummeted following COVID-19
9.9.2020
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Raising the bar in urban policy – urban development measures and instruments need to remain separate
3.9.2020
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Government proposes to improve protection of consumers in case of travel package cancellations due to the coronavirus epidemic
3.9.2020
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New programme to strengthen Finnish ownership in companies
3.9.2020
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment provides an updated report on coronavirus support to companies
2.9.2020
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Modelling helps in planning services that are more appropriate for people with partial work capacity
2.9.2020
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Updated Finnish Bioeconomy Strategy aims to promote sustainable growth and climate objectives
1.9.2020
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Nordic Council of Ministers to discuss business recovery from the coronavirus crisis
28.8.2020
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Government proposes to expand the local government trials on boosting employment
27.8.2020
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Additional employment appropriations allocated to Ely Centres
27.8.2020
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Working group: Comprehensive reform of nuclear energy legislation necessary
27.8.2020
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387,500 unemployed jobseekers in July
25.8.2020
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Substitution during a job alternation leave and employment with start-up grants the most effective active employment services
21.8.2020
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Preliminary information on the SME barometer: Majority of businesses satisfied with COVID-19 support but call for more flexibility
21.8.2020
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Action to be taken to prevent the exploitation of foreign labour
20.8.2020
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Impacts of COVID-19 support on companies and the economy to be extensively assessed
18.8.2020
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Teollisuuden Voima submits EIA programme on final disposal of very low-level waste in Olkiluoto nuclear power plant area
14.8.2020
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Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä visits Åland
14.8.2020
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Janne Känkänen appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the National Emergency Supply Agency
13.8.2020
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Fortum submits to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment an EIA programme on the future of the Loviisa nuclear power plant
13.8.2020
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Draft Budget of Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment for 2021: building new growth pathways
13.8.2020
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New programme to boost employment through public procurement
7.8.2020
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Updates to the decree on infrastructure support for electric vehicles and the use of biogas in transport
23.7.2020
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Number of unemployed jobseekers rose in June
21.7.2020
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Informal meeting of competitiveness ministers to focus on ways to improve the EU’s crisis preparedness, citizen science and the green hydrogen initiative
20.7.2020
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Working group to explore possibilities to promote energy sector integration
17.7.2020
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Upper age limit for after-care provided to unaccompanied young people arriving in Finland raised to 25
9.7.2020
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Amendment to the Decree on Support for Business Costs
9.7.2020
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Changes in Business Finland’s RDI funding due to COVID-19
9.7.2020
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100 Reasons to Travel in Finland campaign expanded to support domestic travel and tourism
8.7.2020
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Finland scores high in single market enforcement
7.7.2020
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Call for funding for the development of tourism in the regions is now open
3.7.2020
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Government supports the recovery and development of tourism with additional funding of EUR 4.5 million
1.7.2020
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EU introduces more flexibility in State aid rules: Member States can support micro and small companies that were already in difficulty before the coronavirus crisis
30.6.2020
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New expert group focuses on international success of businesses after COVID-19 crisis
30.6.2020
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Judicial analysis specifies the planned corporate social responsibility act in Finland
30.6.2020
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Act and Decree on Support for Business Costs approved: 368 eligible business sectors
26.6.2020
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Battery strategy to strengthen Finland’s position as a pioneer in sustainable battery manufacturing
26.6.2020
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Sharp increase in unemployed jobseekers in May
24.6.2020
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Measures that have brought security and flexibility to labour markets during coronavirus epidemic will be extended
23.6.2020
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Extension to the maximum duration of start-up funding remains in force
23.6.2020
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Call for applications for grants for circular economy projects — the aim is to create new business and growth
22.6.2020
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Report: Barriers to employment of persons with disabilities to be removed
22.6.2020
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EU countries to discuss the development and use of artificial intelligence
18.6.2020
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Labour market forecast: Employment may fall less than feared, but a significant risk of weak employment trend exists
18.6.2020
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Government proposal to Parliament: amendments to the Act on the Monitoring of Foreign Corporate Acquisitions
17.6.2020
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Legislative proposal on measuring heating, cooling and water consumption per household and related billing to Parliament
17.6.2020
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MEAE situation report: cautious economic recovery, regions planning aftercare and reconstruction
17.6.2020
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Ministerial working groups approve Talent Boost action programme
16.6.2020
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Report: Companies consider business development aid an effective form of financing
16.6.2020
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Report: Training is needed to respond quickly to labour needs
15.6.2020
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A sustainable economic recovery the main theme at EU cohesion ministers' meeting
15.6.2020
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Energy ministers discuss recovery and EU’s growth strategy – Finland stresses broad-based investments in new technologies
12.6.2020
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Start-up grants encourage new business
12.6.2020
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Government tackles the grey economy with a comprehensive action plan
11.6.2020
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Raimo Luoma appointed Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
11.6.2020
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EU ministers to discuss the recovery of the EU economy
11.6.2020
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Research project: How do Finnish companies meet their human rights responsibilities?
10.6.2020
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EU employment and social affairs ministers to discuss the importance of flexible working methods, upskilling and reskilling, and gender equality in the recovery from the COVID-19 crisis
9.6.2020
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Government proposes to extend measures that have brought security and flexibility to labour markets during coronavirus epidemic
5.6.2020
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The Government's proposal for business cost support to Parliament: decline in the turnover of the sector of industry and of the individual company are preconditions for eligibility to receive support
5.6.2020
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55 applied for position of CEO of the National Emergency Supply Agency
4.6.2020
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Many food and beverage service sector businesses will receive compensation for restrictions on activities without an application – businesses can apply for job retention and re-employment support as of 5 June
4.6.2020
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Government proposal on local government trials on boosting employment
4.6.2020
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Report: How to recognise competence?
3.6.2020
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä’s comments on the supplementary budget: Support to businesses, regions and new growth will get us through the COVID-19 crisis
2.6.2020
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Supplementary budget provides support for jobseekers and young people
2.6.2020
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Supplementary budget includes a large investment in the battery industry: Building a responsible battery industry will create jobs and tax revenue
2.6.2020
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Legislative proposal regarding support for business costs to Parliament this week, applications for coronavirus-related support provided by Business Finland and ELY Centres accepted until 8 June
1.6.2020
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Act on support and compensation for restaurants confirmed – entry into force on 5 June
29.5.2020
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Situation report: lay-offs buffer unemployment growth, financial support for businesses prevents bankruptcies
28.5.2020
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Upper age limit for after-care provided to unaccompanied minors arriving in Finland to be raised
28.5.2020
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EU ministers to discuss the role of research in responding to the crisis caused by the COVID-19 epidemic
28.5.2020
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Production of personal protective equipment launched in Finland as planned
27.5.2020
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Number of unemployed jobseekers nearly doubled in April
27.5.2020
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Working Life Barometer 2019: Employee confidence in their ability to keep their jobs increased just before the coronavirus outbreak
26.5.2020
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A research project seeks to achieve equality and non-discrimination in working life
25.5.2020
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Nordic energy ministers to discuss the role of the energy sector in the post-corona recovery
25.5.2020
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Agreements to boost innovation to be concluded with cities
20.5.2020
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Amendments to the Posted Workers Act to promote equal treatment of employees and equal competition between companies
19.5.2020
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EU ministers to discuss Commission recommendations for measures to revive travel and tourism in the coronavirus situation
19.5.2020
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Applications invited for a special grant for guidance and counselling services for immigrants
18.5.2020
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EU competition law enforcement more effective – Public consultation on proposed Competition Act amendments begins
14.5.2020
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Competitiveness ministers to discuss the recovery of the EU economy
14.5.2020
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Government to introduce a new form of support to businesses to cover costs
14.5.2020
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Eleven projects applied for investment aid for large-scale demonstrations on new energy technology
13.5.2020
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Additional call for applications for Government pilots on employment to open on 12 May 2020
12.5.2020
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Employers’ right to temporarily derogate from working hours and annual holidays arrangements and periods of notice extended in healthcare and social welfare
12.5.2020
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The EU’s State aid rules to include more flexibility because of the coronavirus pandemic: Member States can recapitalise companies
11.5.2020
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Government proposal to Parliament: Support to restaurants for re-employment and compensation for restrictions imposed on activities
8.5.2020
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Report submitted to Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment on financial support granted by Business Finland
8.5.2020
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Information package collates data on companies, labour market and services during the coronavirus epidemic
7.5.2020
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Coronavirus pandemic to cause a 60–70% decrease in tourist spending in Finland in 2020
6.5.2020
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Finland to enhance Europeans’ digital skills – Elements of AI online course to be launched in EU countries
5.5.2020
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Preparation of a new climate and energy strategy started
5.5.2020
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Preparation of sectoral low-carbon roadmaps progressing as planned
5.5.2020
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EU ministers responsible for employment and social affairs discuss the effects of the coronavirus epidemic on employment and the population
5.5.2020
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More information on COVID-19 support for sole entrepreneurs and the self-employed: pensioners can receive support
30.4.2020
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Preparation of the retail sector’s future report in progress
28.4.2020
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More than 30,000 potential employees available for seasonal work
27.4.2020
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EU energy ministers to discuss security of supply and economic recovery
27.4.2020
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Commission approves Finland’s state aid scheme to mitigate the impact of the coronavirus outbreak
25.4.2020
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EU ministers to discuss the effects of the coronavirus on tourism
24.4.2020
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Minister Lintilä: Roadmap encourages companies to invest in research, development and innovation in Finland
23.4.2020
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Extension to the maximum duration of start-up funding and more flexibility to jobseeker interviews
23.4.2020
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Finnvera’s financing authorisations increased in response to the coronavirus – additional funding EUR 10 billion
23.4.2020
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment examines the financial support granted by Business Finland in the coronavirus crisis
23.4.2020
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Sharp increase in the number of unemployed jobseekers in March
23.4.2020
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment to inspect the funding granted by Business Finland to tackle disruptions caused by the coronavirus
21.4.2020
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Commission approves the first Finnish aid scheme to support companies in the coronavirus outbreak
21.4.2020
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Law drafting continues to centralise unemployment security tasks within the TE Administration
20.4.2020
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Start-up grants to secure the livelihood of business owners when operations are suspended or there is less work
17.4.2020
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Board of Directors of National Emergency Supply Agency submitted a report to Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
14.4.2020
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Finland submitted a long-term emissions reduction strategy to the Commission
14.4.2020
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Chief Executive Officer of National Emergency Supply Agency changes
10.4.2020
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Entry into force of amendments to legislation concerning the right of third-country nationals to work in duties central to the security of supply and to the functioning of the labour market
9.4.2020
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Legislative amendments concerning non-competition agreements sent out for comments
9.4.2020
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Broad-based working group to consider the prospects of the use of peat
9.4.2020
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Preparations for coronavirus-related support to sole entrepreneurs progressing: funding for municipalities and more detailed instructions on application
8.4.2020
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An employee’s employment relationship and pay to be secured in the event of maritime piracy
8.4.2020
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Minister of Employment Haatainen: Government spending limit discussion and supplementary budget support the processing of applications and multi-professional services
8.4.2020
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Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä says strengthening of the resilience of businesses to continue during and after the coronavirus epidemic
8.4.2020
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Act on the Right of Entrepreneurs to Unemployment Security enters into force on 8 April 2020
7.4.2020
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EU competitiveness ministers to discuss the European Research and Innovation Action Plan in response to COVID-19
7.4.2020
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Policy on the entry of workers due to essential work finalised
6.4.2020
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More flexibilities to EU State aid rules due to COVID-19 outbreak
6.4.2020
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Expert evaluation of Government Programme policies on business subsidies
3.4.2020
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Government supports businesses in coronavirus situation – new funding programme for medium-sized enterprises
3.4.2020
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Nordic Ministers of Economic Affairs to discuss the economic impacts of coronavirus
3.4.2020
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Residence permit holders given an opportunity to work in tasks essential for security of supply and functioning of the labour market
2.4.2020
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Entrepreneurs entitled to unemployment security due to coronavirus epidemic
2.4.2020
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Business development aid to companies to alleviate the coronavirus disruption
2.4.2020
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Working group to assess the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis and explore ways to return to a sustainable growth path
1.4.2020
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Legislative amendment extends employees’ right to unemployment benefit during lay-off and provides easier and quicker access to unemployment benefit
31.3.2020
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Notice period for lay-offs and the duration of co-operation negotiations will be temporarily shortened
31.3.2020
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EUR 2,000 in operating support for sole entrepreneurs in the coronavirus situation – application to open as soon as possible
31.3.2020
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Support available to sole entrepreneurs from municipalities for coronavirus-related reasons
27.3.2020
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Minister of Employment Haatainen: Cooperation is the key to ensuring security of supply
27.3.2020
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Obligation to work in the healthcare sector secures the adequacy of workforce
27.3.2020
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Government increases business financing due to COVID-19 and provides EUR 1 billion in direct subsidies
26.3.2020
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12 applications for the position of Permanent Secretary
26.3.2020
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Notice period for temporary lay-offs and the duration of co-operation negotiations will be shortened due to COVID-19
26.3.2020
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Employers obligated to notify the TE Office of dismissals of ten or more employees
26.3.2020
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Working group on essential work-related travel and other traffic appointed to assess the need for workers’ entry into country in the state of emergency
26.3.2020
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Amendments to the Posted Workers Act: proposals of the tripartite working group sent out for consultation
26.3.2020
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Restaurants closed to customers, ordering takeaway permitted
24.3.2020
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The number of unemployed jobseekers increased in February
24.3.2020
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Temporary flexibility in EU State aid rules to mitigate difficulties caused by the COVID-19 outbreak
20.3.2020
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Minister of Employment Tuula Haatainen: Flexibility and security to labour market from Government’s actions
20.3.2020
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Government supports businesses with an extensive economic package – additional financing of EUR 10 billion made available to companies through Finnvera
20.3.2020
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Government decision on regional development priorities: Building sustainable and vital regions
19.3.2020
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EU regulation to increase openness of online platform and search engine activities
19.3.2020
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Investment incentives to promote rapid phase-out of coal in energy production
19.3.2020
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Employers permitted to temporarily derogate from working hours and annual holidays arrangements in critical functions of society
17.3.2020
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Minister of Employment Haatainen: Three-point action plan to safeguard the functioning of the labour market
16.3.2020
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MEAE´s analyses: Recruitment numbers exceed changes in employment
13.3.2020
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SMEs in Southern and Western Finland granted EUR 4 million for international growth
12.3.2020
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Prevention of type 2 diabetes saves billions
12.3.2020
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Entrepreneurship strategy sent out for comments: Aiming to strengthen entrepreneurship in Finland
10.3.2020
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Report: Career guidance services at TE Offices play an important role during transition phases in working life and education
9.3.2020
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Timo Mattila continues as the Head of Competition Division of the FCCA
5.3.2020
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Minister Lintilä to visit Canada and the United States to promote the battery industry
28.2.2020
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Act on the Screening of Foreign Corporate Acquisitions updated
28.2.2020
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EU competitiveness ministers discuss the European Green Deal, single market and research and innovation
26.2.2020
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Report: Social enterprises have potential for increasing the employment rate of people with partial work ability
26.2.2020
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The number of unemployed jobseekers increased in January
25.2.2020
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Report: Economic growth requires investing and bridging the skills gap
24.2.2020
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Working group to support the reform of the Mining Act
20.2.2020
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment analysis: The role of Group companies in the economy greater than expected
20.2.2020
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OECD encourages Finland to develop an overarching vision for the continuous learning system
19.2.2020
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Results of the employment experiment for immigrants encouraging
18.2.2020
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Labour migration of key importance for the future
14.2.2020
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Minister Haatainen: ILO membership a major contributor to Finnish working life
11.2.2020
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SME Barometer: One in four SMEs identify new business opportunities in climate change mitigation
11.2.2020
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Minister Lintilä travels to Dubai to boost economic relations and exports
7.2.2020
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Final stretch in the implementation of the EU Structural Funds programming period 2014–2020
6.2.2020
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Report: Finnish economy’s greatest challenge is its low labour productivity compared with closest competitors
4.2.2020
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Sector report: Software sector set to grow, limited availability of skilled labour a challenge
3.2.2020
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Agreements decreased annual energy use by 5.2 TWh in 2017-2018
3.2.2020
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Joel Salminen appointed Cooperation Ombudsman
30.1.2020
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Sectoral roadmaps: technological advancement offers huge potential
28.1.2020
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Minister Lintilä travels to France to promote Finnish circular economy and battery industry expertise
27.1.2020
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Implementation of the Work-life Balance Directive to begin
24.1.2020
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Increase in unemployed jobseekers in December
24.1.2020
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New Board of Directors for Business Finland
23.1.2020
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Successful integration of immigrants is the sum of many parts
20.1.2020
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Consultation on opportunities to increase location independent work to be held in Oulu on 20 January
20.1.2020
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Minister of Employment Tuula Haatainen to attend future of work event in Davos
17.1.2020
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Employers to notify TE Offices of dismissals for financial or production-related reasons
16.1.2020
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Sector report: Turnover grows in the health and social services sector, changes pose a challenge to companies
15.1.2020
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Government proposal: Unemployment security related tasks from TE Offices to unemployment funds and Kela
13.1.2020
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Steering group appointed on combating the grey economy
10.1.2020
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Advisory staff of Minister of Employment appointed
9.1.2020
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Coordination group for market surveillance regulation to begin its work on 2 January 2020
2.1.2020
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Finland’s finalised energy and climate plan submitted to the Commission
20.12.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in November
20.12.2019
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Natural and renewable gases retail market will have shared data hub for exchanging information
19.12.2019
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment to assume responsibility for labour migration administration
19.12.2019
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Ministry report: Virtually no changes in the coverage of collective agreements
16.12.2019
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Growing interest in artificial intelligence in public employment services
13.12.2019
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EU employment ministers discussed improving labour law
10.12.2019
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New ministers of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment appointed
10.12.2019
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Finland to invest in the future skills of Europeans – training one per cent of EU citizens in the basics of AI
10.12.2019
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State Secretary Partanen to lead a Team Finland visit to Germany
9.12.2019
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Space innovations facilitate daily life and support climate action
5.12.2019
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Renewable energy consumption in Finland exceeds the amount of imported fossil fuel energy
5.12.2019
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Energy Council to discuss the new Commission’s energy policy priorities
4.12.2019
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Competitiveness Council discussed EU space, research and innovation programmes
29.11.2019
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Finland wants to raise business and human rights higher on EU agenda
29.11.2019
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Lakeland takes top prize for Finnish wellbeing travel
29.11.2019
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Competitiveness Council discussed consumer rights and corporate tax transparency
28.11.2019
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Government decision on Finland’s plan for the next Structural Funds period
28.11.2019
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Finland to focus on climate change mitigation and business renewal in the European Space Agency
28.11.2019
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Innovation-friendly legislative culture at the agenda of the Conference on the Innovation Principle on 3 December
28.11.2019
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Food exports growing at a record rate
27.11.2019
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Minister Harakka and Minister Kulmuni to chair Competitiveness Council in Brussels
27.11.2019
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Ministry report: Demographic changes have profound labour market effects
27.11.2019
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Finland’s updated tourism strategy emphasises role of cooperation in doubling tourism exports
26.11.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in October
26.11.2019
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Roma employment improving despite continued discrimination
25.11.2019
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Almost EUR 34 million allocated to innovation support for shipbuilding
21.11.2019
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Additional inputs to impact investing: a Centre of Expertise to be set up
21.11.2019
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Riku Huttunen to continue as Director-General of the Energy Department in 2020–2024
21.11.2019
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New energy technologies held centre stage at SET-Plan Conference
18.11.2019
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Minister of Employment to lead a Team Finland visit to India
18.11.2019
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European Space Week in Helsinki on 3–5 December 2019
18.11.2019
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Climate neutral Finland in 2035? – Preliminary results of follow-up studies indicate that the objective is very challenging but can be achieved through broad-based policy measures
15.11.2019
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Amendment to the new Working Hours Act
14.11.2019
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The SET-Plan conference in Helsinki will tackle the climate challenge with new technologies
13.11.2019
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Minister of Economic Affairs to travel to Singapore
12.11.2019
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Labour market forecast: Structural problems restrict employment growth
8.11.2019
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Team Finland network intensifies cooperation – streamlined customer service to businesses at home and abroad
7.11.2019
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Prime Minister Rinne and Minister of Economic Affairs Kulmuni: Finland to be the best place in the Nordic countries for entrepreneurs
5.11.2019
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Permanent Secretary Jari Gustafsson to take part in a Team Finland visit to the International Import Expo in Shanghai, China
4.11.2019
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Minister Harakka and Minister Kulmuni to meet Dutch State Secretary Mona Keijzer in Helsinki
4.11.2019
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The final report on the impact of the jobseeker activation scheme published
1.11.2019
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Preparation of the export and international growth programme well underway
29.10.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in September
22.10.2019
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Permanent Secretary Gustafsson to visit Athens 23–24 October
21.10.2019
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A working group to prepare an overall reform of the Nuclear Energy Act
18.10.2019
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Meeting of Directors-General discusses climate measures of Structural Funds
15.10.2019
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MEAE´s analysis: Young people entering the labour market can expect more than 32 years of employment and four years of unemployment
14.10.2019
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Minister of Economic Affairs Kulmuni: Focus on girls’ opportunities in the technology sector on the International Day of the Girl Child
11.10.2019
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Minister of Employment Harakka: Impact assessments and a better situational picture of employment drive employment promotion
11.10.2019
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Working life barometer 2018: Working capacity of older people improving
8.10.2019
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A judicial analysis of CSR regulation to be launched
3.10.2019
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Occupational barometer: The number of occupations suffering from labour shortage has decreased
27.9.2019
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Competitiveness Council to discuss the EU’s strategy on sustainable growth
25.9.2019
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Datahub Go-Live date to be postponed to 2022
25.9.2019
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SET-Plan Conference: Exploring ways to speed up development and deployment of low-carbon technologies, Helsinki 13–15 November
24.9.2019
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The number of unemployed jobseekers decreased in August
24.9.2019
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Sectoral low-carbon road maps produced in response to the Government’s 2035 target
23.9.2019
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High-level round table discussed how to grasp digital opportunities in technology, skills and data
20.9.2019
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Follow-up study updates long-term emission reduction scenarios to meet the carbon neutrality targets by 2035
20.9.2019
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Energy Council to address the implementation of the EU’s climate and energy objectives and ways to achieve climate neutrality
19.9.2019
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Minister of Economic Affairs: Regional development, businesses and circular economy the key priorities of economic and industrial policy
17.9.2019
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Minister of Employment: Employment package to boost employment and increase inclusion
17.9.2019
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Russian regions to learn from Finland’s example in waste management
13.9.2019
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Providers of public business services developed a shared customer relationship management system to provide clearer and more efficient service paths
11.9.2019
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SME Barometer: Growth continues, but investment is sluggish
11.9.2019
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The Finnish Space Committee appointed
5.9.2019
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Finnvera and the European Investment Fund signed an agreement on EUR 190 million financing for Finnish companies
3.9.2019
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Report: Productivity of the investment activities of the National Nuclear Waste Management Fund could be improved
2.9.2019
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Final report: Radioactive waste management in Finland would benefit from cooperation between waste producers
2.9.2019
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Minister Harakka to visit EP Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
30.8.2019
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Business Finland’s structure and operations reviewed by the Ministry
30.8.2019
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Minister of Economic Affairs Kulmuni met Poland’s Undersecretary of State for Energy Dąbrowski to discuss climate-friendly energy solutions
26.8.2019
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Ministerial Working Group on Promoting Employment continues to plan employment measures
21.8.2019
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The number of unemployed jobseekers decreased in July
20.8.2019
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Draft budget of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment 2020: A socially, economically and ecologically sustainable growth policy
16.8.2019
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Tripartite working group assessed the need to amend non-competition agreements
14.8.2019
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Working group of State Secretaries to propose business subsidy cuts
9.8.2019
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Ministerial Working Group on Promoting Employment starts its work by setting up tripartite task forces
26.7.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in June
23.7.2019
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Finnish Minister of Employment to visit EU Committee on Employment and Social Affairs
22.7.2019
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Minister Kulmuni to visit committees of the European Parliament
22.7.2019
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Chief Executive Officer post at the National Emergency Supply Agency of Finland attracted 59 applications
16.7.2019
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Jenny Hasu and Arttu Karila appointed Special Advisers to Minister of Economic Affairs Kulmuni
9.7.2019
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EU ministers discussed single market and climate neutral economy
5.7.2019
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EU ministers discussed research and innovation as drivers for sustainable growth
4.7.2019
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Working Hours Act to be updated
4.7.2019
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Piia Rekilä appointed Special Adviser to Minister Harakka
4.7.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in May
25.6.2019
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EU Energy Ministers discuss the future of the energy systems in Luxembourg
24.6.2019
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15 companies applied for investment aid for large-scale demonstration projects on new energy technology
20.6.2019
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Proposal for guidelines for a new Act on Co-operation within Undertakings
20.6.2019
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Nina Kopola appointed as Director General of Business Finland
19.6.2019
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Finland invites EU competitiveness ministers to discuss sustainable growth
19.6.2019
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Finland to participate in the meeting of the energy and environment ministers at the G20 Summit in Japan on 15–16 June
14.6.2019
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Jenni Karjalainen and Ville Kopra named Special Advisers to the Minister of Employment
13.6.2019
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Good employment rate among former Anttila and Stockmann personnel
13.6.2019
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New ministers to assume their roles in the Council of Ministers starting from 13-14 June
12.6.2019
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Asko Harjula appointed interim CEO of the National Emergency Supply Agenc
11.6.2019
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The Centenary Session of the International Labour Conference begins in Geneva
10.6.2019
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Kari Jääskeläinen appointed Special Adviser to Minister of Economic Affairs Kulmuni
10.6.2019
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Competition Act to be amended
7.6.2019
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Permanent Secretary Jari Gustafsson will represent Finland at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on 6 June
5.6.2019
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40 years after the arrival of Vietnamese refugees: Entrepreneurship and an active mindset helped with integration
4.6.2019
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Economic growth slowing down, renewal investments cautious
4.6.2019
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Competitiveness Council to discuss various aspects of sustainable growth
27.5.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in April
23.5.2019
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Report: Cooperation with higher education institutions and research institutes strengthens the competence base of SMEs and drives their growth
17.5.2019
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EU needs an ambitious agenda for growth, says Finland’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
15.5.2019
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Labour market forecast: An economic downturn will slow down the labour market
14.5.2019
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The ministers responsible for competitiveness to discuss entrepreneurship and further development of the single market
2.5.2019
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Why does Finland’s employment rate fall short of the Nordic level?
30.4.2019
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Amendments to the Non-Military Service Act
25.4.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in March
24.4.2019
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Knowledge about market-distorting state aid helps in ensuring an equal playing field for Finnish companies
15.4.2019
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Labour market test not applied as of 1 June to the extended permits of those already working in Finland
11.4.2019
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Regulation on the screening of foreign investments to enter into force on 10 April 2019
10.4.2019
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The interim report explores the development of energy efficiency in different sectors
29.3.2019
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Impact investing helps long-term unemployed find work
29.3.2019
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The act banning the use of coal for energy generation in 2029 to enter into force in early April
28.3.2019
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Occupational barometer: Labour shortage in many occupations
28.3.2019
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Support for seven projects awarded through auction – the average price of accepted tenders EUR 2.5 per MWh
27.3.2019
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The number of unemployed jobseekers decreased in February
26.3.2019
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Competence survey of the nuclear energy sector: Finland has the competence and human resources required for the nuclear energy sector
21.3.2019
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Minister Lintilä and OECD Secretary General Angel Gurría discussed Finland's AI Program
14.3.2019
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European Globalisation Adjustment Fund and future of the social dimension in EPSCO on 15 March
14.3.2019
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Amendments to the Annual Holidays Act enter into force in April
14.3.2019
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Consumer Ombudsman to supervise compliance with the Geo-Blocking Regulation as of 1 April 2019
14.3.2019
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Report: Turning Finland into a leading country in the age of artificial intelligence
14.3.2019
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The appointment of Business Finland’s Director General to be postponed
14.3.2019
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The perspective of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment on innovation policy emphasises reinvention, competitiveness and long-term financing
12.3.2019
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Report: Degree of unionisation among employees down to less than 60 per cent in 2017
11.3.2019
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Minister Lindström: Regular meetings help with job seeking and improve employment
8.3.2019
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The Government granted an operating licence to the nuclear power plant unit Olkiluoto 3
7.3.2019
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The outlook review on energy by Ministry officials offers a vision for a carbon-neutral Finland
6.3.2019
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Tyre labelling and low-carbon strategy on the Energy Council’s agenda on 4 March
1.3.2019
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Working group preparing a model for independent job seeking submitted its report
1.3.2019
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Labour market outlook of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment highlights ways to raise the employment rate
26.2.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in January
26.2.2019
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Legislative changes enabling a joint natural gas market between Finland, Estonia and Latvia will enter into force on 1 March 2019
21.2.2019
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Minister Lintilä leads a Team Finland visit to Japan
15.2.2019
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A legislative amendment and a tariff agreement ensure that the natural gas market of Finland, Estonia and Latvia will open to competition at the beginning of 2020
14.2.2019
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Investment aid of EUR 40 million available for new energy technology demonstration projects
13.2.2019
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Food industry makes Finland's first materials efficiency commitment
8.2.2019
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Industrial renewal is a key issue for European competitiveness
6.2.2019
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Director General Huttunen: Nuclear power has a long-lasting role as climate-friendly baseload power substituting fossil fuels
5.2.2019
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment to start Seventy-Five podcasts on 1 February
31.1.2019
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Minister of Employment Lindström to visit the United Kingdom
29.1.2019
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National research programme develops Finnish nuclear waste management expertise
29.1.2019
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in December
24.1.2019
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Application round for development and innovation grants aimed at promoting circular economy solutions now open
22.1.2019
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Ministeri Lindström: Työttömyys maksaa liikaa yhteiskunnalle
21.1.2019
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42 applied for Business Finland’s Director General position
18.1.2019
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Minister Lintilä: Shortage of workforce should not impede growth of the tourism industry
17.1.2019
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Four Sino-Finnish energy sector pilot projects announced in China
15.1.2019
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä leads a trade mission to the United States
10.1.2019
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Tiina Ahva appointed as a Special Adviser to Minister Lindström
28.12.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in November
21.12.2018
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Draft for National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan draft submitted to the Commission
20.12.2018
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Jobseekers allowed to study without losing their unemployment benefit
19.12.2018
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Government bill to facilitate regional natural gas markets and integration to EU’s internal market
5.12.2018
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Finland’s new security of supply goals focus on energy supplies, digitalisation, logistics and cyber security
5.12.2018
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Commission’s assessment of the future of the Single Market published
22.11.2018
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Public administration to support space business opportunities in Finland
21.11.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in October
20.11.2018
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Minister Lindström to lead a Talent Boost visit to South Korea
16.11.2018
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Report: Finland considered a safe and secure country for businesses
14.11.2018
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Ministers Lintilä and Lindström in Strasbourg this week for the European Parliament’s plenary session
12.11.2018
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Minister Lindström and Minister Mattila met their Romanian and Croatian colleagues in Helsinki
9.11.2018
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Assessment of the grounds for dismissal should observe the number of employees in an enterprise
8.11.2018
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Report calls for a major overhaul of the Act on Co-operation within Undertakings
5.11.2018
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Employees would be entitled to four weeks of annual holiday despite sickness absence
1.11.2018
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Minister Lintilä on a Team Finland visit to Namibia and Kenya
26.10.2018
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Smart Grid Working Group’s proposals aim for a flexible, customer-driven electricity system
24.10.2018
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IEA: Finland shows how bioenergy and nuclear power can drive the energy transition
23.10.2018
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Long-term unemployment continues to fall
23.10.2018
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Minister Lintilä: Battery materials production in Harjavalta a big leap for Finland’s battery cluster
22.10.2018
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International Energy Agency’s recommendations for Finland’s energy policy
19.10.2018
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Legislative proposals: coal ban in 2029, more transport biofuels and more biofuel oil for heating and machinery
18.10.2018
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Draft bill on easier dismissal in small enterprises submitted for impact analysis
17.10.2018
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Minister Lintilä leads a Team Finland visit to Vietnam
13.10.2018
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AI Forum 2018: AI creates success and economic growth in Europe
9.10.2018
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Almost 40 enterprises committed to the ethical application of AI
5.10.2018
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Proposal for Finland’s first entrepreneurship strategy
3.10.2018
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Government updates its proposal for easier dismissal in small enterprises
2.10.2018
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Number of unemployed job seekers down by more than 45,000 on the year before
25.9.2018
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Ministers Lindström and Mykkänen: Processing of residence permits on the basis of employment must be streamlined
21.9.2018
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Datahub to incorporate data on electricity use and users into one system, making it easier to develop new services
20.9.2018
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TVO granted licence to operate Olkiluoto nuclear power plant units until the end of 2038
20.9.2018
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Minister Lindström to Romania to discuss the EU Trio Programme
14.9.2018
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EU energy ministers to discuss the electricity market design in Linz
14.9.2018
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AI Forum 2018: Artificial intelligence to boost European competitiveness
13.9.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen on a Team Finland visit to China on 12–14 September 2018
11.9.2018
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Minister Lintilä: Enterprises to join in the ethical use of artificial intelligence
4.9.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen: Government budget session gives greater climate steerability to the energy sector
29.8.2018
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment 2019 budget proposal: further investment in innovation financing, employment and energy subsidies
29.8.2018
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Long-term unemployment continues to fall
21.8.2018
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Minister Lintilä on a Team Finland visit to Thailand on 20–22 August
17.8.2018
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EU funding for growth of Finnish companies
16.8.2018
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New Trade Secrets Act enters into force
10.8.2018
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The 2019 Draft Budget of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment: Further investments in innovation funding
9.8.2018
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Long-term unemployment continued to decrease in June
24.7.2018
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Antti Neimala appointed as Director General at the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
5.7.2018
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EU’s clean energy package is progressing – deals reached on energy efficiency and governance mechanism
29.6.2018
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Independent job seeking to become a requirement for unemployment benefit, fewer other obligations
28.6.2018
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Vuokko Piekkala appointed as National Conciliator
27.6.2018
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National funding for cross-border cooperation in 2018
27.6.2018
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Long-term unemployment continued to fall in May
26.6.2018
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Renewable electricity generation to be put out to tender next autumn
20.6.2018
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Minister Lintilä: Legislation on skills and competence should be reformed as a package
20.6.2018
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Report: Employees’ skills must be safeguarded in the age of artificial intelligence
20.6.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen: Balticconnector intensifies energy cooperation between Estonia and Finland
8.6.2018
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Commission proposal for Horizon Europe meets Finland’s objectives
7.6.2018
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Cooperation Group on Tourism gave its guidelines for the next government term
7.6.2018
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From transformation to new growth
4.6.2018
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Minister Lintilä and his French colleague minister discussed EU’s cohesion policy
30.5.2018
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Virolainen and Lintilä to OECD ministerial meeting in Paris – focus on strengthening multilateral cooperation
30.5.2018
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Commission proposal for the future cohesion policy favourable for Finland
29.5.2018
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Finland commits to advance gender equality in the energy sector
25.5.2018
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Finland invites companies and research institutes to develop Åland into a smart testing site for clean energy
24.5.2018
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Minister Lintilä to attend the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum
23.5.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in April
23.5.2018
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Draft of a new working hours act submitted for impact analysis
21.5.2018
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Indonesian Minister for Energy Jonan to visit Finland on 21–22 May
21.5.2018
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Clear ground rules for zero hours contracts
18.5.2018
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Finnish State to take active role in the mining and battery sector
18.5.2018
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Minister Lintilä discussed cohesion policy with his Latvian and Dutch Minister colleagues
16.5.2018
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Nearly 90 per cent of the employees laid off from Microsoft have new careers – a number of new technology companies has also emerged
11.5.2018
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Minister Lintilä and Minister Janek Mäggi discussed EU’s maritime cross-border cooperation
8.5.2018
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Report: Moving school summer holidays would increase tourism income by EUR 219 million in the summer months
3.5.2018
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Minister Lintilä and European Commissioner Oettinger discussed the EU’s multiannual financial framework and the future of cohesion policy
26.4.2018
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Joint project to support business ownership transfers: Successful acquisitions produce growth for companies and regions
24.4.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in March
24.4.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen announces the opening of the Finland Chamber of Commerce in India
21.4.2018
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Ministers Virolainen and Tiilikainen to join the discussion on energy transition possibilities when IRENA visits Finland on 26–27 April
20.4.2018
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Minister Lindström to Croatia to discuss the goals of the forthcoming EU Presidency Trio
20.4.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen to visit Germany and India to discuss energy and the environment
16.4.2018
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä discussed the EU’s financial framework and global economy on his visit to Germany
13.4.2018
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Ministers Lintilä and Lindström welcome the Government’s decision to invest in employment and entrepreneurship
11.4.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen: Finland to ban coal in 2029 – incentives package for faster phase-out
10.4.2018
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Government gives consent to Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline project
5.4.2018
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Finland seeks a leading role in the European battery market
4.4.2018
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Report: Banning coal in 2030 would affect only a few energy companies, while a ban in 2025 would cause significant costs for many
27.3.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in February
20.3.2018
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Competence Centre to boost sustainable and innovative public procurement
13.3.2018
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Finland and Sweden want a certificate for sustainable minerals in the mining industry
12.3.2018
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Minister Lintilä’s Team Finland mission to Australia and New Zealand to focus on smart cities
23.2.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in January
20.2.2018
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Practical ways for taking into account the human rights impacts of companies
16.2.2018
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Järventaus and Kekäläinen to propose entrepreneurship strategy for Finland
16.2.2018
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in December
25.1.2018
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One-month extension of the consultation period and two public meetings on Terrafame’s uranium recovery project
18.1.2018
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Minister Tiilikainen: European Parliament endorses the climate targets for renewable energy
17.1.2018
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Finland and Sweden ask MEPs to support climate work and promoting renewable energy
11.1.2018
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Minister of Energy Kimmo Tiilikainen: Phasing out coal maybe already by 2025
5.1.2018
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Pertti Korhonen to chair the Board of Business Finland
28.12.2017
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Business Finland to start operations on 1 January 2018
28.12.2017
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Energy aid targeted increasingly to new technology projects
28.12.2017
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in November
22.12.2017
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Transport Sector Growth Programme will give companies a boost in the international market
11.12.2017
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Aktia Bank and the Savings Banks Group to serve as financial intermediaries in the EU-funded SME guarantee programme
8.12.2017
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Future of work and work-life balance on the EU Council agenda
7.12.2017
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IEA review team completes its five-day visit to assess Finland’s energy policy
1.12.2017
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EUR 2.5 million from EU to help workers made redundant in retail sector
30.11.2017
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ESA Business Incubation Centre to be opened in Finland
30.11.2017
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Finland underscores significance of artificial intelligence in EU's industrial policy discussions
30.11.2017
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IEA Expert Group to assess Finland’s energy policy
24.11.2017
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in October
21.11.2017
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Biofuture Platform presents its Vision Statement in Bonn
16.11.2017
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Finland co-founds a Powering Past Coal alliance in Bonn Climate Conference
16.11.2017
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Minister Lintilä to France and Switzerland
8.11.2017
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Labour market forecast: Stronger employment growth next year
7.11.2017
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Minister Tiilikainen to attend IEA Ministerial Meeting in Paris
6.11.2017
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Sector Report: Interest in ore prospecting predicts growth for the mining sector
31.10.2017
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Terrafame applies to Government for uranium recovery licence
31.10.2017
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Minister Lintilä: Business Finland will improve service to businesses
26.10.2017
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä to visit Brazil and Argentina
25.10.2017
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Decrease in unemployed jobseekers in September
24.10.2017
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European Council reaches agreement on promoting equal treatment for posted workers
23.10.2017
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Working group: Eight key actions for making Finland a top country in artificial intelligence
23.10.2017
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Europe’s employment, health and social services ministers to discuss posted workers
20.10.2017
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Lintilä attends ministerial meeting in Stockholm – agenda includes free movement of data and the platform economy
17.10.2017
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Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä in Kemi: “Regional airports help ensure export success”
12.10.2017
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Interim report of the Smart grid working group: On the way towards a flexible and customer-driven electricity system
9.10.2017
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Minister Tiilikainen opens Fortum’s first e-charging station in India
4.10.2017
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Report: Possible shifts in US trade policy would have implications even for Finland
4.10.2017
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Minister Tiilikainen on a Team Finland visit to India on 3–5 October
29.9.2017
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä to meet key players in US economy in New York and Washington
29.9.2017
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Government appoints working group to renew corporate subsidies
28.9.2017
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The number of unemployed jobseekers decreased in August
26.9.2017
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Budget provides further inputs in the competitiveness and renewal of economic activities
19.9.2017
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Support to the unemployed to starting up business activities and for regional mobility
19.9.2017
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EU energy ministers to discuss new electricity market design in Tallinn
18.9.2017
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Minister Tiilikainen: support for renewable electricity to be as cost-effective as possible
15.9.2017
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Finland’s clean energy and bioeconomy solutions presented to visitors from Brussels
15.9.2017
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EUR 3.5 million to help people made redundant from Microsoft
13.9.2017
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Minister Mika Lintilä to visit Expo 2017 in Astana
8.9.2017
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Continued growth in tourism one of the Government’s spearheads
6.9.2017
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Minister of Employment Jari Lindström to Mozambique and Zambia
1.9.2017
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Finland's Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment's economic estimate shows special emphasis on rapid job creation
31.8.2017
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New energy legislation enters into force: ceiling on unreasonable increases in transmission fees from start of September, natural gas market to be opened up to competition in 2020
24.8.2017
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The number of unemployed jobseekers decreased in July
22.8.2017
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Future Business Finland services are not being opened up to competition
10.8.2017
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The 2018 Draft Budget of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment: Building conditions for growth
10.8.2017
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The number of unemployed jobseekers decreased in June
25.7.2017
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Jukka Ihanus appointed as Special Adviser to Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä
30.6.2017
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Pertti Korhonen to chair Tekes Board
28.6.2017
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Energy efficiency decisions taken by EU energy ministers
26.6.2017
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Government gives consent to Baltic Connector Oy construction project
21.6.2017
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Minister Tiilikainen: Welcome proposal from Ollila on shared energy vision for Nordic countries
20.6.2017
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VTT applies for government license to decommission research reactor
20.6.2017
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Long-term unemployment continued to fall in May
20.6.2017
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Project part-funded by the EU a success in Finland: More than 90 per cent of those made redundant by Broadcom found employment
19.6.2017
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Advance notifications of posted workers to be introduced in September
15.6.2017
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OECD recommends: More integrated approach needed in research and innovation development
9.6.2017
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ESA Director General visits Finland with news of establishment of ESA BIC
8.6.2017
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Minister of Economic Affairs Lintilä to promote clean energy in Beijing
6.6.2017
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Finland is participating at World EXPO 2017 with innovative and sustainable solutions
6.6.2017
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New inputs to boost immigrants’ employment
2.6.2017
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Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä visiting Indonesia
1.6.2017
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Smart Regions 2.0 Conference: European regions in search of growth based on regional strengths
31.5.2017
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Publication: Finland is a forerunner in new bioeconomy innovations
29.5.2017
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Act on compensating for indirect emissions trading costs into force
24.5.2017
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Nuclear energy agreement between Finland and Saudi Arabia enters into force
24.5.2017
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Finnish–Saudi-Arabian Joint Economic Commission convened in Helsinki
24.5.2017
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Long-term unemployment decreased in April
24.5.2017
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Minister Lintilä: Finland a leader in the application of artificial intelligence
18.5.2017
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EU grants EUR 2.6 million to assist in the re-employment of ex-Nokia employees
18.5.2017
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Law proposal: natural gas market opened for competition in 2020
11.5.2017
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Ministry experiments with the One-In, One-Out principle
9.5.2017
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EUR 150 million for Finnish SMEs as EIF and Nordea Bank sign SME Initiative agreement
27.4.2017
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Long-term unemployment continued to fall in March
27.4.2017
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Business agreements will boost exports and investment between China and Finland
5.4.2017
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Tekes and Finpro to be merged, the role of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs will strengthen in the promotion of exports
28.3.2017
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Esko Aho to examine positive structural change in Varsinais-Suomi region
22.3.2017
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Minister Lintilä: Employment at Valmet car factory to exceed all expectations
22.3.2017
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Long-term unemployment began to fall in February
21.3.2017
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Working group proposes changes to the Competition Act
14.3.2017
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Minister Lintilä and Commissioner Arias Cañete discuss bioenergy in Brussels
27.2.2017
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Energy Council to discuss the Clean energy package in Brussels on 27 February
24.2.2017
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Government proposal to Parliament for amendments to the Mining Act
23.2.2017
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Unemployment decreased in January
21.2.2017
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Finland’s collective dismissal protection in line with the European Social Charter
17.2.2017
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Minister Lintilä: Faith in the future improved rapidly in SMEs
13.2.2017
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Collaborative economy may grow tenfold in the years to come
10.2.2017
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Minister Lintilä: New financing arrangement will secure ramp-up of Terrafame mine
10.2.2017
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OECD: Finland needs a new national vision for research and innovation policy
8.2.2017
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Minister Lindström: National funding to secure services for people laid off from universities
3.2.2017
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Innovating together: universities start program to accelerate growth of research-based companies in the health sector
2.2.2017
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TVO applies for an operating licence for the OL1 and OL2 nuclear power plant units valid until the end of 2038
26.1.2017
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Over EUR 220 million for Finnish SMEs
24.1.2017
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Unemployment decreased in December
24.1.2017
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Global competition is a challenge to food chain competitiveness
19.1.2017
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Working group to prepare national space legislation
18.1.2017
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Brand group: Good working life a competitiveness factor for Finland
12.1.2017
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Electric power system functioning normally – consumption over 14,000 MW today
5.1.2017
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Cash rebate scheme for audiovisual productions
29.12.2016
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Update of public procurement legislation to create flexibility and opportunities
29.12.2016
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Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment: Condition for the validity of Posiva's construction licence has been met
21.12.2016
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Unemployment decreased in November
20.12.2016
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Fennovoima expected to continue negotiations on joint final disposal
16.12.2016
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New anti-corruption public procurement legislation
9.12.2016
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New act on compensation of damages related to infringement of competition law
8.12.2016
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Liisa Heikinheimo appointed as head of the Nuclear Energy and Fuels Unit
8.12.2016
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Report: Exports of sawn timber strong, timber construction increasing
1.12.2016
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Reboot Finland – bring up new ideas, digitally :-) in Slush
30.11.2016
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Faster entry into Finland for foreign experts working in growth companies
30.11.2016
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Finland to apply for support from the EU in connection with Nokia redundancies
28.11.2016
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New opening: ESA’s space data used at Junction
25.11.2016
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Olli Koski appointed director at Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment
24.11.2016
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Ministers presented the new National Energy and Climate Strategy
24.11.2016
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Strategy outlines energy and climate actions to 2030 and beyond
24.11.2016
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OECD: On average, displaced workers in Finland are re-employed quickly
24.11.2016
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Team Finland to overhaul its services and operating models
22.11.2016
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In October 328,900 unemployed jobseekers
22.11.2016
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Government proposes improvements in export financing
11.11.2016
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Private labour recruitment services and the provision of agency and interim labour on the rise
11.11.2016
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The Government adopts the energy and climate strategy on 24 November
7.11.2016
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Invitation to tender for report: How can new jobs be created in bioeconomy, circular economy and cleantech solutions?
3.11.2016
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Minister Rehn: New transmission link between Finland and Sweden is an important step forward
1.11.2016
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Pure natural environment a trump card for tourism business
31.10.2016
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Finland commits to doubling its innovation funding to clean energies
28.10.2016
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Finland and Iran signed a Memorandum of Understanding on energy cooperation
26.10.2016
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In September 329,500 unemployed jobseekers
25.10.2016
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Agreement concerning support to the Balticconnector gas pipeline project signed in Brussels
21.10.2016
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Unemployment benefits can lead to work and entrepreneurship
20.10.2016
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The majority of energy use to be within the scope of Energy Efficiency Agreements
14.10.2016
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Minister Rehn: Cruise ship orders will bring work, new jobs and innovations
11.10.2016
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Working group to develop Team Finland operations
7.10.2016
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Start-ups increase Finland’s competitiveness
6.10.2016
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Minister Rehn: Development of Team Finland activities to start with updating growth programmes
30.9.2016
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TEM-Meri project: Finnish maritime cluster moves towards the 2020s boosted by bold innovations and value networks
29.9.2016
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Baltic Connector Oy gets research permit for Finland’s exclusive economic zone in connection with gas pipeline
29.9.2016
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Finland to apply for EU support in connection with Anttila redundancies
27.9.2016
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Small and medium-sized enterprises concerned about availability of skilled labour
26.9.2016
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In August 342,500 unemployed jobseekers
20.9.2016
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Asylum seekers with residence permits now moving to municipalities
16.9.2016
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Finland implements SME Initiative: Creating new opportunities for economic growth and jobs
14.9.2016
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Minister of Economic Affairs Olli Rehn: Cooperation between the Finnish Funding Agency for Innovation Tekes and IBM creates growth opportunities and jobs
14.9.2016
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The Government decided on a significant increase in export financing to strengthen Finland's competitiveness
13.9.2016
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Government proposes EUR 28 million funding for construction of Balticconnector gas pipeline
13.9.2016
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Government integration programme outlines areas of focus for integration in the coming years
8.9.2016
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Minister Lindström: policy measures must be revised to better respond to the needs of future labour markets
5.9.2016
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Study: Diversity among the Iraqi refugees coming to Finland
30.8.2016
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Antti Riivari appointed as Director General of Finnish Patent and Registration Office
25.8.2016
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Public hearings on the Fennovoima’s EIA programme at the end of September
23.8.2016
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Unemployment benefit appropriations targeted to integration and structural changes
18.8.2016
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Building conditions for growth
12.8.2016
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Finland’s Commissioner General for Expo 2017 in Astana is Severi Keinälä
11.8.2016
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Ministers Lindström and Rehula to meet Estonian Minister of Health and Labour Ossinovski
8.8.2016
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Balticconnector opens up Finland's gas markets
18.7.2016
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Additional capital for Terrafame Group Ltd
29.6.2016
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New trial aims to employ thousands of immigrants
29.6.2016
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Fennovoima and Posiva reach agreement on nuclear waste cooperation
22.6.2016
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Ilona Lundström appointed as Director General of Enterprise and Innovation Department
16.6.2016
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The Basic scenario for the Energy and Climate Strategy now published, citizens have a chance to contribute
15.6.2016
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Further financing for maritime industry growth programme for 2016
15.6.2016
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Government to create conditions for competence-based growth of health sector
14.6.2016
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Report: Nordic countries should resolve challenges of working life together
14.6.2016
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'From Immigrant to Entrepreneur' tour continues in Tampere
14.6.2016
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Minister Lindström attending International Labour Conference 7-8 June 2016
7.6.2016
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Finland to apply for EU support in connection with Microsoft redundancies
31.5.2016
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Finnish energy expertise to be showcased in Astana EXPO 2017
26.5.2016
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Agreement between the State and local authorities to promote a smart and clean Helsinki capital region
24.5.2016
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Minister of Economic Affairs Rehn on a Team Finland visit to Japan on 17-20 May
17.5.2016
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Minister of Economic Affairs Olli Rehn accompanies Team Finland visit to Republic of Korea and Japan
13.5.2016
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Working group looked for the best model to support renewable energy
13.5.2016
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Energy efficiency agreements for 2017-2025 to be launched
11.5.2016
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Analysis: Collective agreement systems define local bargaining in some European countries
26.4.2016
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Finland's strong health ecosystem and strengths in digital health attract investments and innovation collaboration
19.4.2016
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Fair working conditions at the Council of Ministers for Employment and Social Affairs
18.4.2016
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Unemployment benefits to support work or entrepreneurship
18.4.2016
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TVO applies for an operating licence for Olkiluoto 3
14.4.2016
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Integration of residence permit recipients being accelerated
13.4.2016
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eCommerce Growth programme to boost international online trade of SMEs
13.4.2016
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Employment and Economic Development Offices visit companies to find hidden jobs
4.4.2016
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Conditions for sickness during annual holiday and accrual of holiday during family leave tightened
1.4.2016
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Reforms in legislation concerning posting of workers to Finland
31.3.2016
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OP Financial Group an intermediary for EFSI guarantee programme in Finland
30.3.2016
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Space Committee appointed for the term 1 April 2016-31 March 2019
17.3.2016
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Finland applies for support due to Microsoft layoffs
11.3.2016
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Investment aid for key energy projects
25.2.2016
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Working conditions barometer: Wage-earners' work ability remains at a good level
18.2.2016
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Finland to apply for support from the EU due to mass redundancies
17.2.2016
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Minister of Justice and Employment Lindström: growing pressure to enhance integration policies
10.2.2016
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Support measures for employees who were made redundant introduced to EU Commission in Rauma
2.2.2016
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Minister Rehn: Jorma Ollila the best choice to undertake a review in a matter of great interest for Finland
25.1.2016
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Minister Lindström: Ohjaamo supports and serves young people
25.1.2016
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Working group proposes that natural gas markets be opened
21.1.2016
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Maria Kaisa Aula to prepare a report on employment experiments
20.1.2016
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Heidi Fagerholm appointed as chairperson of the Board of Tekes
14.1.2016
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Petri Peltonen appointed Under-Secretary of State at the Ministry of Employment and the Economy
14.1.2016
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Minister Lindström to a Ministerial meeting on Labour and Employment in Paris
13.1.2016