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  1. Minister Harakka at the IMO Assembly: negotiations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions must be intensified and digitalisation utilised in maritime transport - Finnish Government

    3.12.2021 | Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka will deliver Finland's general statement at the IMO General Assembly on 6 December 2021. Alongside decisions relating to the activities of the organisation, the remote meeting will discuss environmental and maritime safety issues.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-at-the-imo-assembly-negotiations-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions-must-be-intensified-and-digitalisation-utilised-in-marit-1601955

  2. 12th package of sanctions tightens foreign trade restrictions and introduces new measures to combat sanctions circumvention - Finnish Government

    18.12.2023 | The EU’s new restrictive measures against Russia include a ban on the import of diamonds, a tighter oil price cap and a broader scope of prohibitions on imports, exports and transit of goods. A new measure will require Russian-owned companies operating in the EU to provide notification of transfers of funds. Sanctions on individuals will be targeted at persons organising illegal elections in the territor...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/12th-package-of-sanctions-tightens-foreign-trade-restrictions-and-introduces-new-measures-to-combat-sanctions-circumvention

  3. Working group assessing emissions trading in the national road transport sector: Priority should be given to work on an EU-level emissions trading scheme - Finnish Government

    24.1.2022 | An assessment memorandum on emissions trading in the national road transport sector prepared by a cross-sectoral working group of the Ministry of Transport and Communications was published on 24 January 2022.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/working-group-assessing-emissions-trading-in-the-national-road-transport-sector-priority-should-be-given-to-work-on-an-eu-level-emissions-tra-1639703

  4. EU environment ministers meet in Brussels on 17 December - Finnish Government

    16.12.2024 | The EU environment ministers aim for a general approach to reduce microplastic pollution by curbing plastic pellet losses. The ministers will also discuss the Regulation on end-of-life vehicles and the EU’s 2040 climate target. Finland’s representative at the meeting is State Secretary Mika Nykänen.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/eu-environment-ministers-meet-in-brussels-on-17-december

  5. Government proposes changes to purchase and conversion subsidies for vehicles, aims to promote the use of electricity and gas in transport - Finnish Government

    11.11.2021 | On 11 November 2021, the Government submitted to Parliament a legislative proposal on purchase and conversion subsidies for low-emission vehicles.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-changes-to-purchase-and-conversion-subsidies-for-vehicles-aims-to-promote-the-use-of-electricity-and-gas-in-transport-1579616

  6. Mika Nykänen to begin as State Secretary to Ministers Satonen and Mykkänen on Monday 15 January - Finnish Government

    12.1.2024 | In its plenary session on 21 December 2023, the Government appointed Mika Nykänen, Master of Administrative Sciences, to serve as State Secretary to Minister of Employment Arto Satonen and Minister of the Environment and Climate Change Kai Mykkänen. Nykänen’s term as State Secretary will begin on 15 January 2024 and will continue for the duration of the ministers’ terms of office.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/mika-nykanen-to-begin-as-state-secretary-to-ministers-satonen-and-mykkanen-on-monday-15-january

  7. Ministry of Transport and Communications to draft an amendment to the Driving Licence Act - Finnish Government

    24.3.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a legislative project with the aim of amending the Driving Licence Act. The project was motivated by a need to improve road safety, especially for young drivers.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-to-draft-an-amendment-to-the-driving-licence-act

  8. Government resolution to reduce emissions from maritime and inland waterway transport – focus on effective global action - Finnish Government

    6.5.2021 | On 6 May 2021, the Government adopted a resolution confirming national measures and priorities for exerting influence internationally to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from maritime and inland waterway transport. The resolution draws on the work on the Roadmap for fossil-free transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-resolution-to-reduce-emissions-from-maritime-and-inland-waterway-transport-focus-on-effective-global-action

  9. Targets set for the National Transport System Plan - Finnish Government

    3.3.2020 | The preparation for Finland's first National Transport System Plan continues. A parliamentary steering group has outlined three targets for the Plan. An action programme for the Plan will be drawn up on the basis of the targets:
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/targets-set-for-the-national-transport-system-plan-1034079

  10. Targets set for the National Transport System Plan - Finnish Government

    3.3.2020 | The preparation for Finland's first National Transport System Plan continues. A parliamentary steering group has outlined three targets for the Plan. An action programme for the Plan will be drawn up on the basis of the targets:
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/targets-set-for-the-national-transport-system-plan

  11. Working group to prepare the reform of the Foreign Corporate Acquisitions Act - Finnish Government

    6.3.2025 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment have appointed a cross-sectoral working group to prepare the reform of the Act on the Screening of Foreign Corporate Acquisitions, as outlined in the Government Programme. The Programme states that the Act will be reformed to more effectively take into account risks relating to national security, security of supply and wide-ranging influence activities.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/working-group-to-prepare-the-reform-of-the-foreign-corporate-acquisitions-act

  12. Government to improve protection of infrastructure critical to functioning of society - Finnish Government

    19.1.2024 | The Ministry of the Interior has sent out for comments a proposal for an act on the protection of infrastructure critical to society and on the improvement of resilience. The legislative project will enhance national security and the resilience of society.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/government-to-improve-protection-of-infrastructure-critical-to-functioning-of-society

  13. Organisation of passenger rail traffic to change in 2030s: Summary of opinions on assessment memorandum - Finnish Government

    1.6.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has invited comments on the assessment memorandum concerning passenger rail services in the 2030s. The consultation period ran from 3 April to 19 May 2023. The memorandum provides a knowledge base for making decisions on the organisation of passenger rail traffic in the 2030s. The Ministry has received 75 comments.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/organisation-of-passenger-rail-traffic-to-change-in-2030s-summary-of-opinions-on-assessment-memorandum

  14. Ministry of Transport and Communications to draft an amendment to the Driving Licence Act - Finnish Government

    24.3.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a legislative project with the aim of amending the Driving Licence Act. The project was motivated by a need to improve road safety, especially for young drivers.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-to-draft-an-amendment-to-the-driving-licence-act-1263497

  15. Government resolution to reduce emissions from maritime and inland waterway transport – focus on effective global action - Finnish Government

    6.5.2021 | On 6 May 2021, the Government adopted a resolution confirming national measures and priorities for exerting influence internationally to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from maritime and inland waterway transport. The resolution draws on the work on the Roadmap for fossil-free transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-resolution-to-reduce-emissions-from-maritime-and-inland-waterway-transport-focus-on-effective-global-action-1294472

  16. Mid-term policy review and spending limits session – policies of the Ministry of Transport and Communications - Finnish Government

    30.4.2021 | On 29 April the Finnish Government decided its policy positions for the remainder of its term and the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2022-2025, resolving to increase spending limits and reallocate outlays.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/mid-term-policy-review-and-spending-limits-session-policies-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-1290105

  17. Finland wins the European Road Safety Prize for outstanding progress in road safety - Finnish Government

    19.6.2024 | Finland has won the European Transport Safety Council’s (ETSC) Road Safety Prize for 2024. The prize was awarded for the long-term and effective road safety work and the comprehensive strategy and measures to improve the safety of all road users. This is the first time Finland receives the prize.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-wins-the-european-road-safety-prize-for-outstanding-progress-in-road-safety

  18. Mid-term policy review and spending limits session – policies of the Ministry of Transport and Communications - Finnish Government

    30.4.2021 | On 29 April the Finnish Government decided its policy positions for the remainder of its term and the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2022-2025, resolving to increase spending limits and reallocate outlays.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/mid-term-policy-review-and-spending-limits-session-policies-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications

  19. Sustainability report: Sustainable development goals evident in strategies and everyday work - Finnish Government

    16.5.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has published its third sustainability report. It contains information on the measures taken by the Ministry to promote the achievement of the UN’s Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals in 2023. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/sustainability-report-sustainable-development-goals-evident-in-strategies-and-everyday-work

  20. Finland, Sweden and Norway enhance their cooperation to improve military mobility - Finnish Government

    30.4.2024 | On 30 April 2024, Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne, Norwegian Minister of Transport Jon-Ivar Nygård and Swedish Minister of Infrastructure Andreas Carlson signed a joint statement on developing the transport system.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-sweden-and-norway-enhance-their-cooperation-to-improve-military-mobility

  21. Defence Forces to acquire grenade and cartridge boxes - Finnish Government

    20.12.2023 | Defence Forces to acquire grenade and cartridge boxes Ministry of Defence Publication date 20.12.2023 13.52 Type: Press release The Defence Forces have signed a four-year agreement to procure grenade and cartridge boxes. Framework agreements to pr...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/defence-forces-to-acquire-grenade-and-cartridge-boxes-

  22. Work of the Saimaa Canal Advisory Board to be suspended - Finnish Government

    11.9.2024 | The work of the Saimaa Canal Advisory Board will be suspended for the time being. The Advisory Board has not met since Russia launched its war of aggression in Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/work-of-the-saimaa-canal-advisory-board-to-be-suspended

  23. Act on Offshore Wind Power in the Exclusive Economic Zone enters into force – First tenders could be organised at the end of 2025 - Finnish Government

    19.12.2024 | On 19 December 2024, the President of the Republic approved the Act on Offshore Wind Power in the Exclusive Economic Zone. The Act will help promote offshore wind power in the exclusive economic zone, clarify the regulation of offshore wind power projects within the zone and ensure that the rights to the exploitation of offshore wind power are granted in a fair, transparent and predictable manner.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/act-on-offshore-wind-power-in-the-exclusive-economic-zone-enters-into-force-first-tenders-could-be-organised-at-the-end-of-2025

  24. Finland adopted amendments to conventions protecting the marine environment - Finnish Government

    20.10.2023 | On 19 and 20 October 2023, the Government and the President of the Republic discussed the national approval of amendments made to conventions adopted by the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization, IMO. The amendments concern the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-adopted-amendments-to-conventions-protecting-the-marine-environment

  25. Good results achieved in the combat against grey economy and economic crime in 2020–2023 - Finnish Government

    21.5.2024 | In 2020–2023, more than 50 projects tackling the shadow economy and economic crime were carried out in Finland. They succeeded in preventing abuses, promoting healthy competition between companies and supporting a fair labour market by improving the transparency and openness of business activities, for example.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/good-results-achieved-in-the-combat-against-grey-economy-and-economic-crime-in-2020-2023

  26. Draft budget of the Ministry of Transport and Communications EUR 3.5 billion - Finnish Government

    16.8.2019 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications proposes that EUR 3.5 billion be allocated to its administrative branch for 2020. This is over EUR 600 million more than in the budget for 2019.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/draft-budget-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-eur-3.5-billion

  27. Draft budget of the Ministry of Transport and Communications EUR 3.5 billion - Finnish Government

    16.8.2019 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications proposes that EUR 3.5 billion be allocated to its administrative branch for 2020. This is over EUR 600 million more than in the budget for 2019.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/draft-budget-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-eur-3.5-billion-1018865

  28. EUR 357 million is allocated to support regional growth and vitality - Finnish Government

    6.3.2025 | On 6 March 2025, the Government decided on the allocation of funds under ‘Innovation and Skills in Finland 2021–2027’, the EU’s Regional and Structural Policy Programme, for 2025. At the same time, the Government made decisions on the allocation of funds from the 2021–2027 Interreg programmes for 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eur-357-million-is-allocated-to-support-regional-growth-and-vitality

  29. Finland to exert influence for greater EU-funded oil spill response capability in Baltic Sea - Finnish Government

    5.6.2024 | Press release by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom and the Finnish Border Guard:
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-to-exert-influence-for-greater-eu-funded-oil-spill-response-capability-in-baltic-sea

  30. Government to boost export industry competitiveness by permanently halving fairway dues from 2025 - Finnish Government

    7.8.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal on the temporary halving of fairway dues in 2024–2027. The deadline for submitting comments is 1 September 2023. Alongside this, the Ministry is launching a project to amend the Act on Fairway Dues in order to make the halving of the fairway dues permanent.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-to-boost-export-industry-competitiveness-by-permanently-halving-fairway-dues-from-2025

  31. Finland and Sweden to strengthen civil preparedness and emergency planning together - Finnish Government

    16.9.2024 | At a meeting between the Finnish and Swedish governments in Stockholm on 16 September, the countries agreed to further intensify their cooperation in civil preparedness and emergency planning. Minister of Transport, Communications and the Interior Lulu Ranne and Minister for Civil Defence Carl-Oskar Bohlin signed a letter of intent concerning the joint planning of the protection of the civilian population.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/finland-and-sweden-to-strengthen-civil-preparedness-and-emergency-planning-together

  32. Forecast: Road transport emissions to decrease slightly faster than anticipated - the reason for this is a boost in the popularity of electric cars - Finnish Government

    20.9.2021 | Finland's greenhouse gas emissions from road transport are projected to decrease faster in the 2020s than previously estimated. According to the new forecast prepared by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, current measures will see greenhouse gas emissions from transport decrease by about 40% between 2005 and 2030. The aim is to reduce emissions by at least 50%.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/forecast-road-transport-emissions-to-decrease-slightly-faster-than-anticipated-the-reason-for-this-is-a-boost-in-the-popularity-of-electric-cars

  33. President and Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discuss underwater infrastructure, current situations in Ukraine and Syria and Gaza ceasefire and hostage release agreement - Finnish Government

    17.1.2025 | In their meeting on Friday 17 November, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed the surveillance of underwater infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. It is important to intensify cooperation with our partner countries in order to protect maritime infrastructure effectively.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-underwater-infrastructure-current-situations-in-ukraine-and-syria-and-gaza-ceasefire-and-hostage-release-agreement

  34. Forecast: Road transport emissions to decrease slightly faster than anticipated - the reason for this is a boost in the popularity of electric cars - Finnish Government

    20.9.2021 | Finland's greenhouse gas emissions from road transport are projected to decrease faster in the 2020s than previously estimated. According to the new forecast prepared by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, current measures will see greenhouse gas emissions from transport decrease by about 40% between 2005 and 2030. The aim is to reduce emissions by at least 50%.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/forecast-road-transport-emissions-to-decrease-slightly-faster-than-anticipated-the-reason-for-this-is-a-boost-in-the-popularity-of-electric-c-1515798

  35. Government proposes a new act to complement the EU Regulation on the Deployment of Alternative Fuels Infrastructure - Finnish Government

    16.5.2024 | On 16 May 2024, the Government submitted a legislative proposal to Parliament for a new act on the alternative fuels infrastructure for transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-a-new-act-to-complement-the-eu-regulation-on-the-deployment-of-alternative-fuels-infrastructure

  36. More information needed on the impacts of emissions trading in maritime transport - Finnish Government

    6.7.2020 | A report carried out by the University of Turku and the Finnish Meteorological Institute provides an initial assessment of the effects of possible emissions trading in maritime transport. The European Commission plans to present a proposal on extending emissions trading to maritime transport in summer 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/more-information-needed-on-the-impacts-of-emissions-trading-in-maritime-transport

  37. Parliamentary working group to assess YLE’s duties and funding - Finnish Government

    12.10.2023 | The Finnish Government has appointed a parliamentary working group to assess the Finnish Broadcasting Company’s (YLE) public service duties and funding. The parliamentary working group will submit its report by the end of Parliament’s spring session 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/parliamentary-working-group-to-assess-yle-s-duties-and-funding

  38. More information needed on the impacts of emissions trading in maritime transport - Finnish Government

    6.7.2020 | A report carried out by the University of Turku and the Finnish Meteorological Institute provides an initial assessment of the effects of possible emissions trading in maritime transport. The European Commission plans to present a proposal on extending emissions trading to maritime transport in summer 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/more-information-needed-on-the-impacts-of-emissions-trading-in-maritime-transport-1216724

  39. Memorandum for comments: Legislative changes to increase trust in taxi services - Finnish Government

    24.5.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on a memorandum assessing necessary changes to the legislation on taxi operations to rectify the shortcomings. Comments on the memorandum can be submitted until 21 June 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/memorandum-for-comments-legislative-changes-to-increase-trust-in-taxi-services

  40. Government proposal for the implementation of the Data Governance Act circulated for comments - Finnish Government

    12.4.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal on the implementation of the Data Governance Act. The deadline for submitting comments is 5 May 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposal-for-the-implementation-of-the-data-governance-act-circulated-for-comments

  41. New Scientific Advisory Board for Defence appointed - Finnish Government

    28.11.2024 | New Scientific Advisory Board for Defence appointed Ministry of Defence Publication date 28.11.2024 14.16 Type: Press release In its session on 28 November 2024, the Government appointed a new Scientific Advisory Board for Defence (MATINE) for a t...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/new-scientific-advisory-board-for-defence-appointed

  42. International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities is changing its status to that of an international organisation - Finnish Government

    4.7.2024 | The Government issued a Decree on the Convention on the International Organization for Marine Aids to Navigation on 4 July 2024. The Decree and the Convention will enter into force on 22 August 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/international-association-of-marine-aids-to-navigation-and-lighthouse-authorities-is-changing-its-status-to-that-of-an-international-organisation

  43. Parliament receives Union communication on Commission proposal for directive establishing European Disability Card and Parking Card for persons with disabilities - Finnish Government

    19.10.2023 | Today, on 19 October 2023, the Government submitted to Parliament a Union communication on the European Commission’s proposal to introduce a new European Disability Card and an improved European Parking Card for persons with disabilities in all Member States.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/parliament-receives-union-communication-on-commission-proposal-for-directive-establishing-european-disability-card-and-parking-card-for-persons-with-disabilities

  44. Fairway dues to be raised - Finnish Government

    23.9.2024 | Fairway dues will be again collected in full from 2025 onwards. They were halved in 2015 under temporary legislation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/fairway-dues-to-be-raised

  45. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses development of capital markets union - Finnish Government

    13.6.2024 | In its meeting on Thursday 13 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland's positions on the development of the EU capital markets union and on the matters to be discussed at the informal meeting of EU leaders on 17 June.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-development-of-capital-markets-union

  46. Permanent Secretary Kivimäki to advocate for inclusion of Finland’s objectives in Commission’s work programme on visit to Brussels - Finnish Government

    28.3.2024 | Permanent Secretary Minna Kivimäki will visit Brussels on 1–3 April 2024. There, she will take part in the Connecting Europe Days event and meet with representatives from Directorates-General of the European Commission. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/permanent-secretary-kivimaki-to-advocate-for-inclusion-of-finland-s-objectives-in-commission-s-work-programme-on-visit-to-brussels

  47. Minister Harakka to attend a meeting of transport ministers in Croatia - Finnish Government

    9.3.2020 | Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka will represent Finland at the Informal Meeting of EU Transport Ministers in Opatija, Croatia, on 10-11 March 2020. The meeting will focus on maritime transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-to-attend-a-meeting-of-transport-ministers-in-croatia-1034153

  48. Return to normal driving times and rest periods in heavy transport - Finnish Government

    25.5.2020 | The exemptions to driving times and rest periods issued for heavy transport due to the coronavirus epidemic will expire. Normal driving times and rest periods will apply again as of 1 June 2020.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/return-to-normal-driving-times-and-rest-periods-in-heavy-transport-1186316

  49. Orpo's Government to have seven ministerial working groups - Finnish Government

    14.7.2023 | At its plenary session on Friday 14 July, the Government appointed ministerial working groups of Prime Minister Orpo's Government. The ministerial working groups were appointed for a sustainable welfare society; employment and entrepreneurship; clean energy, the environment and security of supply; internal security and administration of justice; children, youth and families; physically active lifestyles and functional capacity; and social transformation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/orpo-s-government-to-have-seven-ministerial-working-groups

  50. Orpo's Government to have seven ministerial working groups - Finnish Government

    14.7.2023 | At its plenary session on Friday 14 July, the Government appointed ministerial working groups of Prime Minister Orpo's Government. The ministerial working groups were appointed for a sustainable welfare society; employment and entrepreneurship; clean energy, the environment and security of supply; internal security and administration of justice; children, youth and families; physically active lifestyles and functional capacity; and social transformation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/orpo-s-government-to-have-seven-ministerial-working-groups

  51. Saimaa Canal sailing season ends on 20 November - Finnish Government

    20.11.2024 | The Saimaa Canal delegates have decided that the sailing season in the canal will end on 20 November 2024. The season will end early, because there is no vessel traffic in the canal.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/saimaa-canal-sailing-season-ends-on-20-november

  52. Amendments to the act on purchase subsidy schemes - Finnish Government

    27.6.2024 | The Government proposes that the President of the Republic approve the amendments to the Act on Fixed-Term Subsidies for Purchasing and Converting Vehicles to Use Alternative Fuels or Propulsion Systems. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amendments-to-the-act-on-purchase-subsidy-schemes

  53. Finland’s largest ever EU funded LIFE biodiversity project started: new and more effective means to combat biodiversity loss - Finnish Government

    11.10.2023 | In the beginning of next year, an exceptionally broad group of actors will join their forces to implement a record large biodiversity project. With EUR 50 million in funding, this eight-year Priodiversity LIFE project is the largest project to combat biodiversity loss ever implemented in Finland. The aim is to collect best practices and find new forms of funding to preserve biodiversity.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/finland-s-largest-ever-eu-funded-life-biodiversity-project-started-new-and-more-effective-means-to-combat-biodiversity-loss

  54. Draft act on the establishment of a space situational awareness centre circulated for comments - Finnish Government

    27.5.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for an act amending the Act on the Finnish Meteorological Institute and for an Act amending the Act on the Defence Forces. The amendments would enable the establishment of a space situational awareness centre in Finland. The deadline for submitting comments is 30 June 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/draft-act-on-the-establishment-of-a-space-situational-awareness-centre-circulated-for-comments

  55. Maaria Wallin appointed to serve as Special Adviser to Minister Ranne - Finnish Government

    21.5.2024 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne has invited Maaria Wallin (M.Sc., M.A.) to serve as her Special Adviser.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/maaria-wallin-appointed-to-serve-as-special-adviser-to-minister-ranne

  56. Return to normal driving times and rest periods in heavy transport - Finnish Government

    25.5.2020 | The exemptions to driving times and rest periods issued for heavy transport due to the coronavirus epidemic will expire. Normal driving times and rest periods will apply again as of 1 June 2020.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/return-to-normal-driving-times-and-rest-periods-in-heavy-transport

  57. IMO Maritime Safety Committee meets in London in the beginning of December - Finnish Government

    29.11.2024 | The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) will meet in London from 2 to 6 December 2024. This will be the Committee’s 109th session.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/imo-maritime-safety-committee-meets-in-london-in-the-beginning-of-december

  58. Proposal to amend the Act on Fairway Dues sent out for comments - Finnish Government

    13.6.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the Government’s draft proposal to Parliament for an act amending the Act on Fairway Dues. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/proposal-to-amend-the-act-on-fairway-dues-sent-out-for-comments

  59. Finland submits its sixth reply to the European Commission regarding Sanoma Media Finland's complaint against the Finnish Broadcasting Company - Finnish Government

    15.9.2023 | On 12 September 2023, the state of Finland replied to the European Commission regarding the complaint against the Finnish Broadcasting Company, YLE, pursued by Sanoma Media Finland Ltd. Finland has requested a permission from the Commission to publish the reply. Due to EU legislation, correspondence with the Commission is, as a rule, confidential.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-submits-its-sixth-reply-to-the-european-commission-regarding-sanoma-media-finland-s-complaint-against-the-finnish-broadcasting-company

  60. Act on Environmental Protection in Maritime Transport circulated for second comments – reduced requirements for ports and authorities - Finnish Government

    1.2.2021 | A revision of the Act on Environmental Protection in Maritime Transport is underway. The draft has been modified based on initial comments, and the requirements for ports and the authorities have been relaxed. The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft by 12 February.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/act-on-environmental-protection-in-maritime-transport-circulated-for-second-comments-reduced-requirements-for-ports-and-authorities