Economy
Russia’s decision to increase rail transport tariffs for exports to Finland by eightfold has forced Finnish companies to halt fertilizer imports, disrupting a key supply chain for the country’s agriculture sector and risking higher costs for farmers and consumers. The government has pledged to mitigate the impact through
Economy
The Finnish government’s planned tax support for data centers will not take effect from the beginning of July as previously scheduled, though the project has not been abandoned entirely. According to government sources cited by MTV Uutiset, preparations for the support continue, but progress remains uncertain. The Economic Policy
Crime
The Finnish Competition and Consumer Authority (FCCA) has requested a police investigation into travel agency Melissa Travel over allegations of fraud and violations of travel service regulations. The case centers on reports from consumers who purchased travel packages from the company but were left without services after Melissa Travel declared
Economy
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has announced updates to the youth employment voucher, expanding eligibility and simplifying conditions to encourage more hiring of young workers. The changes take effect immediately. Under the revised terms, associations and foundations can now apply for the voucher alongside companies, broadening the range
Economy
A new three-euro customs duty for low-value online purchases from outside the EU came into force today. The fee applies to shipments valued at up to 150 euros, targeting the rapid growth of parcel traffic, particularly from Chinese online retailers. The regulation aims to address the surge in
Health
Rebl Eats Oy, a Helsinki-based food company, is recalling several batches of its Rebl Eats Massaman Curry soup due to a potential safety risk, the Finnish Food Authority announced on Tuesday. The recall affects 320-gram packages with best-before dates of 30 June 2026, 2 July 2026, 7
Politics
The National Coalition Party (NCP) parliamentary group has published an artificial intelligence (AI) report outlining proposals to criminalize harmful AI use and position Finland as a leading hub for data centers. The report, presented on Tuesday, suggests legislative measures to address risks while promoting AI-driven efficiency in public services
Economy
Residents in several Espoo neighbourhoods are protesting a decision by the city to increase ground rents by up to ten times their current levels, calling the move unreasonable and financially devastating. The hikes affect around 50 residential plots, primarily in Latokaski, Espoo Centre, Karakallio, Kauklahde, and Niittykumpu, where lease agreements
Politics
A recent survey commissioned by Helsingin Sanomat reveals that a majority of Finns believe Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s government has failed in its core responsibilities. According to the poll, 52 percent of respondents describe the government’s performance as "poor" or "fairly poor," while only
Economy
Finland’s landline telephone network, which has operated since the 1880s, has officially come to an end as Elisa discontinues its remaining connections today, following what is believed to be the last-ever commercial nationwide landline call made on Tuesday 30 June Helsingin Sanomat reports. The final call was broadcast
Politics
The Finnish government’s decision to grant €35 million in state support for the Helsinki Garden arena project continues to draw intense criticism from opposition parties, legal experts, and transparency advocates, who are demanding greater clarity on the decision-making process. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo (National Coalition Party, NCP) has