Current issues
The Government’s actions have a significant impact on the everyday lives of Finnish people and on society as a whole. The ministries communicate openly about the preparation of matters, the decision-making process and the effects of decisions. The Government and its ministries usually communicate about important issues at least through a press release.
Press releases
Government proposes changes to rights of migrants with illegal status to healthcare services
Government supports Common European System for Returns
Prime Minister Orpo and Prime Minister of Lithuania Gintautas Paluckas to meet in Helsinki
Finland pools its digital health expertise to break into international markets
New development policy investment strategy emphasises mobilisation of private capital

Security situation
Finland’s security environment changed when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. Finland is not facing an immediate military threat, but the Government and the authorities are continuously monitoring the situation and assessing how it may evolve. Finland is well prepared for different kinds of crises and incidents.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine Situation at Finland’s eastern border Finland and the Ottawa Convention
General Government Fiscal Plan
The General Government Fiscal Plan covers all of public finances. This means that in addition to central government finances, it also covers local government finances, the finances of wellbeing services counties, pension funds and other social security funds. The plan also includes a decision on spending limits, which provides a framework for central government expenditure.
The Government will negotiate on the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2026–2029 in its mid-term policy review session on 22–23 AprilOther topical issues
Prime Minister’s announcements and Government’s replies to interpellations
The Prime Minister may deliver a verbal announcement to Parliament on an aspect of government business. Members of Parliament submit an interpellation to the Government or a minister, to which the Government replies.
Speeches
Ministers attend various events as part of their day-to-day duties. Ministers’ speeches may include statements or greetings, for example.
Columns and articles
Ministers and public officials present their views on topical issues in the form of columns and other articles.