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  1. Government grants radio programme licences in supplementary application round - Finnish Government

    23.6.2021 | On 23 June 2021, the Government granted licences for radio broadcasting in analogue terrestrial mass communications network.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-grants-radio-programme-licences-in-supplementary-application-round-1413753

  2. Transport Market Forum discussed the recovery of the transport sector - Finnish Government

    27.5.2021 | On Wednesday, 26 May, operators in the transport sector discussed the recovery of the sector at Transport Market Forum organised by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. A recording of the event can be found on Youtube.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/transport-market-forum-discussed-the-recovery-of-the-transport-sector

  3. Labour market forecast: Employment to grow further with more older people at work while unemployment falls - Finnish Government

    25.5.2022 | According to the labour market forecast extending until 2024, employment will improve in Finland. The number of employed people will continue to increase, but the rapid post-pandemic growth in employment is expected to slow down towards the end of 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/labour-market-forecast-employment-to-grow-further-with-more-older-people-at-work-while-unemployment-falls

  4. Development Policy Committee: Finland still needs to catch up on goals in development policy - Finnish Government

    8.11.2021 | The Government of Prime Minister Sanna Marin has made a good start in implementing the development policy entries in the Government Programme. However, there continues to be room for improvement. At present, the main focus should be on preparing a clear roadmap, extending beyond the current government term, in order to raise development finance to the UN’s recommendation of 0.7% of gross national income (GNI). The recommendation should be achieved by 2030.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/development-policy-committee-finland-still-needs-to-catch-up-on-goals-in-development-policy

  5. Planning of eastern rail link takes off, documents to establish company signed - Finnish Government

    29.3.2022 | A limited company is being established for the planning of the eastern rail link. The documents concerning the establishment of the company, East Railway Ltd, have been signed. The State of Finland owns 51% of the company.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/planning-of-eastern-rail-link-takes-off-documents-to-establish-company-signed

  6. Finland focuses on climate change adaptation and expertise at the UN Climate Change Conference - Finnish Government

    8.11.2021 | The Parties to the UN Climate Change Agreement will meet in Glasgow, Great Britain on 31 October–12 November. One of the conference's key themes is adaptation to climate change and its funding, especially in developing countries. The least developed countries and the poorest people suffer the most from the impacts of climate change even though they contribute to it the least.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-focuses-on-climate-change-adaptation-and-expertise-at-the-un-climate-change-conference

  7. Restrictions on opening hours of food and beverage service businesses in several regions - Finnish Government

    22.7.2021 | The Government has amended the decree restricting the activities of food and beverage service businesses due to the COVID-19 epidemic. The amended decree will enter into force on 24 July 2021. In line with the decree, restrictions on the opening and licensing hours of food and beverage service businesses will be in force in the following regions where the epidemic is in the acceleration phase: Kymenlaakso, Pirkanmaa, Päijät-Häme, Uusimaa and Southwest Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/restrictions-on-opening-hours-of-food-and-beverage-service-businesses-in-several-regions

  8. Time and location information systems based on satellite navigation systems are increasingly important - Finnish Government

    16.11.2021 | Many jobs and societal functions depend on a Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) nowadays. Digital services require time and location information provided by satellites to enable the operations of banking services and power grids, and to help the rescue service find people who are lost and truck drivers locate timber stacks in the forest. A new action programme for developing satellite navigation in Finland was published on 16 November 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/time-and-location-information-systems-based-on-satellite-navigation-systems-are-increasingly-important

  9. Finland performs comparably well in implementing EU Single Market rules - Finnish Government

    10.1.2022 | The European Commission has published the Single Market scoreboard that measures the implementation of the Single Market rules in the Union during 2020. The Single Market refers to the free movement of people, goods, services and capital in the EU. The Commission has extended the scope of the scoreboard to include three new policy areas: business environment for SMEs, greening of the industry, and market surveillance.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finland-performs-comparably-well-in-implementing-eu-single-market-rules

  10. Drought in Horn of Africa is a race against time – “Help us now”, humanitarian aid leaders are appealing - Finnish Government

    7.10.2022 | The Horn of Africa is battling with a historic drought that threatens the lives of millions of people. More funding is urgently needed for both emergency relief and long-term solutions. Finland, too, has increased its support to the region.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/drought-in-horn-of-africa-is-a-race-against-time-help-us-now-humanitarian-aid-leaders-are-appealing

  11. Financial investments increased Finland’s development cooperation disbursements in 2021 - Finnish Government

    12.4.2022 | On 12 April, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) released preliminary data on development assistance by the EU Member States that are members of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC). Finland’s official development cooperation expenditure in 2021 amounted to EUR 1214 million. Compared to the previous year, the highest increase was reported in development policy investments.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/financial-investments-increased-finland-s-development-cooperation-disbursements-in-2021

  12. Restrictions applicable in community transmission areas to be introduced in new regions - Finnish Government

    2.12.2021 | The Government has amended the decree restricting the activities of food and beverage service businesses due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Restrictions on food and beverage service businesses in community transmission areas will be introduced in the region of Central Finland and the City of Rovaniemi.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/restrictions-applicable-in-community-transmission-areas-to-be-introduced-in-new-regions

  13. International top experts to participate in seminar on funding for RDI activities - Finnish Government

    27.9.2021 | The Parliamentary Working Group on Research, Development and Innovation will hold an open international seminar on Wednesday 29 September. The seminar will explore the latest international developments in public research and development funding. Particular attention will be paid to practices through which public investments can increase the overall amount of RDI activities and encourage the private sector to invest in RDI.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/international-top-experts-to-participate-in-seminar-on-funding-for-rdi-activities

  14. FAO investigates climate change impacts on plant pests - Finnish Government

    1.6.2021 | Finland, as the driving force behind the International Year of Plant Health 2020, has also been crucially involved in the production of one of its key legacy accomplishments – the development of a scientific review study “Climate-change impacts on plant pests: a global challenge to prevent and mitigate plant-pest risks in agriculture, forestry and ecosystems”.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/fao-investigates-climate-change-impacts-on-plant-pests

  15. Government grants radio programme licences in supplementary application round - Finnish Government

    23.6.2021 | On 23 June 2021, the Government granted licences for radio broadcasting in analogue terrestrial mass communications network.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-grants-radio-programme-licences-in-supplementary-application-round

  16. Comments invited on the Roadmap for fossil-free transport – three phases towards climate friendly mobility - Finnish Government

    15.1.2021 | The Roadmap for fossil-free transport aims to halve transport emissions by 2030. The measures of the three-phased roadmap are particularly relevant for road transport, which accounts for the majority of transport emissions. The Ministry of Transport and Communications invites comments on the roadmap, i.e. the Resolution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from domestic transport, by 19 February 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-invited-on-the-roadmap-for-fossil-free-transport-three-phases-towards-climate-friendly-mobility-1252096

  17. Ministerial working group discussed the development of cybersecurity and the preparedness of public administration - Finnish Government

    18.3.2022 | The Government has begun preparations for developing cybersecurity and the preparedness of public administration. The goal is to form a situation picture and assess the necessary development measures in the circumstances caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/ministerial-working-group-discussed-the-development-of-cybersecurity-and-the-preparedness-of-public-administration

  18. Coordination group to deal with migration situation in Finland following Russia’s attack - Finnish Government

    2.3.2022 | The Ministry of the Interior has appointed a cross-sectoral group to coordinate migration to Finland following Russia’s attack on Ukraine. The purpose of the group is to ensure smooth exchange of information between the different parties involved and to maintain a shared situation picture regarding the necessary measures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/coordination-group-to-deal-with-migration-situation-in-finland-following-russia-s-attack

  19. Less than half of those aged 80 or over with three vaccinations against COVID-19 have received fourth dose — Particularly older people require hospital care - Finnish Government

    21.4.2022 | The number of COVID-19 patients in specialised and primary healthcare has decreased slightly. Vaccinations continue to provide effective protection against the more serious forms of the disease. A fourth vaccine dose is recommended for people aged 12 or over who have a severely weakened immune system, people aged 80 or over and all older people living in residential care homes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/less-than-half-of-those-aged-80-or-over-with-three-vaccinations-against-covid-19-have-received-fourth-dose-particularly-older-people-require-hospital-care

  20. Need for intensive care due to COVID-19 clearly declining in Finland - Finnish Government

    3.2.2022 | It is particularly important that people aged 60 or over and those belonging to risk groups get a third vaccine dose.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/need-for-intensive-care-due-to-covid-19-clearly-declining-in-finland

  21. Finland revised its Arctic policy strategy - Finnish Government

    17.6.2021 | The Government made a resolution on Finland's Arctic policy strategy in its plenary session on Thursday, 17 June. The Arctic policy strategy defines Finland's key objectives in the Arctic region and outlines the main priorities for achieving them. All activities in the Arctic must be based on the carrying capacity of the natural environment, the protection of the climate, sustainable development principles and respect for the rights of indigenous populations.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-revised-its-arctic-policy-strategy

  22. List of advance polling stations for municipal elections available at Electionsfinland.fi - Finnish Government

    9.4.2021 | Information on the advance polling stations for the 2021 municipal elections to be held in June is now available on the Electionsfinland.fi website of the Ministry of Justice. The website contains the addresses and opening hours of all advance polling stations in Finland and abroad.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410853/list-of-advance-polling-stations-for-municipal-elections-available-at-electionsfinland.fi

  23. Comments invited on proposals for amendments to the Driving Licence Act - Finnish Government

    6.10.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications invites comments on a legislative proposal to amend the Driving Licence Act. The deadline for comments is 17 November 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/comments-invited-on-proposals-for-amendments-to-the-driving-licence-act

  24. COVID-19 situation remains essentially unchanged - Finnish Government

    10.2.2022 | The need for hospital care due to COVID-19 has stayed at a high but stable level for two weeks now. The burden on intensive care has reduced considerably since mid-January. Getting a third vaccine dose is an important way of preventing the more serious forms of the disease and curbing the burden on hospital care.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/covid-19-situation-remains-essentially-unchanged

  25. Public Regulated Service of Galileo satellite navigation system to be introduced in Finland in 2024, legislative drafting begins - Finnish Government

    16.9.2021 | The introduction of the Public Regulated Service (PRS) of the European Galileo satellite navigation system is progressing. The Ministry of Transport and Communications will start preparing legislative amendments so that Finland could introduce the service in 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/public-regulated-service-of-galileo-satellite-navigation-system-to-be-introduced-in-finland-in-2024-legislative-drafting-begins

  26. Rapporteur: Finances, staff skills and international competitiveness of aviation companies must be safeguarded - Finnish Government

    22.3.2021 | Travel restrictions imposed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus pandemic have plagued the aviation industry and Rapporteur Kari Savolainen has been seeking ways of ensuring its future sustainable growth. His initial recommendation is to safeguard the finances of industry enterprises and the skills of their staff, with longer term investment focusing on such areas as cost-effectiveness, sustainability and quality of service.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/rapporteur-finances-staff-skills-and-international-competitiveness-of-aviation-companies-must-be-safeguarded

  27. Enablers of social welfare services obliged to join Kanta Services — new Act on Electronic Processing of Client Data in Healthcare and Social Welfare enters into force on 1 November 2021 - Finnish Government

    26.8.2021 | The new Act on the Electronic Processing of Client Data in Healthcare and Social Welfare has been adopted. The Act will enter into force on 1 November 2021. The new Act will repeal the current Act on the Electronic Processing of Client Data in Healthcare and Social Welfare. At the same time, the Act on Electronic Prescriptions and certain other Acts will also be amended.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/enablers-of-social-welfare-services-obliged-to-join-kanta-services-new-act-on-electronic-processing-of-client-data-in-healthcare-and-social-welfare-enters-into-force-on-1-november-2021

  28. Report published on improving accessibility information for mobility services - Finnish Government

    7.6.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications published a report on improving accessibility information for mobility services on 7 June 2021. Accessibility information refers to information on such questions as how the transport infrastructure and mobility service are suited to the elderly and people with reduced mobility, for example in respect of lifts at transport terminals and low-floor train carriages or buses.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-published-on-improving-accessibility-information-for-mobility-services-1369566

  29. Sector report: Strong trends support growth of the natural products sector - Finnish Government

    8.12.2021 | The demand for natural products is expected to grow globally. Natural raw materials are expected to generate significant business activities because their economic potential has not yet been fully realised.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/sector-report-strong-trends-support-growth-of-the-natural-products-sector

  30. Parliamentary Committee on National Defence Obligation and Conscription proposes call-up day for women as well as stronger links between non-military service and comprehensive security concept - Finnish Government

    26.11.2021 | The Parliamentary Committee submitted its report on 26 November 2021 and proposes extending the call-up system to the entire age group. The Committee has set the goal of organising a compulsory call-up day for both women and men. This would provide young people with more extensive knowledge and readiness to fulfil national defence obligation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/parliamentary-committee-on-national-defence-obligation-and-conscription-proposes-call-up-day-for-women-as-well-as-stronger-links-between-non-military-service-and-comprehensive-security-concept

  31. Government proposes to continue temporary amendments to Communicable Diseases Act until end of June 2022 - Finnish Government

    25.11.2021 | The Government proposes that the temporary provisions of the Communicable Diseases Act be extended until the end of June 2022. These temporary provisions have to do with health-secure entry into the country, the Koronavilkku mobile application, restrictions on premises and activities to prevent the spread of infections, and COVID-19 passports, among other matters.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/government-proposes-to-continue-temporary-amendments-to-communicable-diseases-act-until-end-of-june-2022

  32. Minister of Economic Affairs: Government budget session offers solutions to curb rising electricity prices, invest in clean energy and RDI and to increase vitality of Eastern Finland - Finnish Government

    1.9.2022 | The measures taken in the administrative branch of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment will support economic growth that is socially, economically and ecologically sustainable. The key objectives include ensuring a predictable investment environment, promoting productivity growth and full use of available labour, supporting clean technology investments and improving energy self-sufficiency.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-economic-affairs-government-budget-session-offers-solutions-to-curb-rising-electricity-prices-invest-in-clean-energy-and-rdi-and-to-increase-vitality-of-eastern-finland

  33. Anna-Mari Vimpari appointed State Secretary to Centre Party ministerial group - Finnish Government

    7.1.2021 | In its plenary session on Thursday 7 January, the Government appointed Anna-Mari Vimpari (M.Soc.Sci.) State Secretary to Ministers Annika Saarikko, Matti Vanhanen, Jari Leppä, Mika Lintilä and Antti Kaikkonen from 7 January 2021 onwards. The State Secretaries’ terms end with those of the ministers.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/anna-mari-vimpari-appointed-state-secretary-to-centre-party-ministerial-group

  34. EU health ministers to discuss rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations in EU Member States at videoconference on 13 January - Finnish Government

    13.1.2021 | The EU health ministers will hold an informal videoconference on Wednesday 13 January. The theme of the conference will be the rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations in the EU Member States. Minister of Family Affairs and Social Services Krista Kiuru will represent Finland at the conference.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/eu-health-ministers-to-discuss-rollout-of-covid-19-vaccinations-in-eu-member-states-at-videoconference-on-13-january

  35. Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy supports financing for Finnish vaccine development – project to study launch of vaccine production - Finnish Government

    22.6.2021 | On 22 June, the Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy gave its support for the Finnish Government’s participation in financing domestic vaccine development and production. The Committee justified its support based on innovation and business policy and financial security of supply.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-economic-policy-supports-financing-for-finnish-vaccine-development-project-to-study-launch-of-vaccine-production

  36. The Defence Forces Research Programme 2021 develops common understanding, competence and readiness - Finnish Government

    22.1.2021 | The Defence Forces Research Programme 2021 develops common understanding, competence and readiness Ministry of Defence Publication date 22.1.2021 9.12 Type: Press release The Minister of Defence Antti Kaikkonen has authorised the Finnish Defence F...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/the-defence-forces-research-programme-2021-develops-common-understanding-competence-and-readiness-

  37. Public Regulated Service of Galileo satellite navigation system to be introduced in Finland in 2024, legislative drafting begins - Finnish Government

    16.9.2021 | The introduction of the Public Regulated Service (PRS) of the European Galileo satellite navigation system is progressing. The Ministry of Transport and Communications will start preparing legislative amendments so that Finland could introduce the service in 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/public-regulated-service-of-galileo-satellite-navigation-system-to-be-introduced-in-finland-in-2024-legislative-drafting-begins-1515333

  38. Finland seeks membership of UN Human Rights Council - Finnish Government

    15.2.2021 | Finland is seeking membership of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) in 2022–2024. The campaign slogan: ”A Diverse World, Universal Human Rights”, underscores the universal nature of human rights. The election will take place at the UN General Assembly in October 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-seeks-membership-of-un-human-rights-council

  39. Capacity project results to be used to standardise rescue services operations - Finnish Government

    9.2.2022 | The final reports of the “Capacity of and planning criteria for rescue services and civil emergency preparedness” project have been published on the Institutional Repository for the Government (Valto). The objective of the project was to produce a basis for the national planning criteria for rescue services and investigate how well the resources and capacity of rescue services and civil emergency preparedness correspond to the operating environment, risks and customer needs. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/capacity-project-results-to-be-used-to-standardise-rescue-services-operations

  40. EU-finansiering ska beviljas hushåll som avstår från oljeuppvärmning – ansökningar tas inte längre emot i fråga om fjärrvärme - Statsrådet

    23.2.2022 | Närings-, trafik- och miljöcentralen ska bevilja stöd ur EU:s återhämtningsinstrument (Next Generation EU) för hushåll som avstår från oljeuppvärmning. För dem som avstår från oljeuppvärmning har EU-medel reserverats till ett belopp av 65 miljoner euro. Summan räcker till för cirka 15 000 hushåll. Nästan 10 000 ansökningar väntar på behandling. EU-anslag kan inte beviljas för fjärrvärme, vilket inne...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/sv/-/1410903/eu-finansiering-ska-beviljas-hushall-som-avstar-fran-oljeuppvarmning-ansokningar-tas-inte-langre-emot-i-fraga-om-fjarrvarme

  41. Minister of Finance Annika Saarikko's speech at the economic policy conference - Finnish Government

    1.6.2022 | Minister of Finance Annika Saarikko gave a speech at the conference on the theme of ecologically sustainable economic policy in the 2020s on 1 June 2022.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/minister-of-finance-annika-saarikko-s-speech-at-the-economic-policy-conference

  42. Finland elected as member of UN Human Rights Council - Finnish Government

    14.10.2021 | The three-year term 2022-2024 is Finland’s first full membership in the Human Rights Council. Finland will continue its long-term work to promote universal human rights.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-elected-as-member-of-un-human-rights-council

  43. Hallitukseen Suomen kestävän kasvun ministerityöryhmä - Valtioneuvosto

    14.1.2021 | Valtioneuvosto asetti yleisistunnossaan torstaina 14. tammikuuta Suomen kestävän kasvun ministerityöryhmän. Sen tehtävänä on ohjata kestävän kasvun ohjelman ja siihen liittyvän, Euroopan unionille tehtävän elpymis- ja palautumissuunnitelman valmistelua sekä ohjata ja seurata näiden toimeenpanoa.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/-/hallitukseen-suomen-kestavan-kasvun-ministerityoryhma

  44. Study: Can new genome editing techniques enable sustainable growth in Finland and Europe? - Finnish Government

    21.5.2021 | According to a study published on 21 May, new genome editing techniques show great potential for use in plant breeding, livestock breeding and medical treatments from the perspective of beneficial applications and financial gains alike.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/study-can-new-genome-editing-techniques-enable-sustainable-growth-in-finland-and-europe-

  45. Report: Well-functioning information environment in logistics improves transportation efficiency - Finnish Government

    16.12.2021 | According to a study commissioned by the Ministry of Transport and Communications on information environments in logistics, the key priority in the digitalisation of logistics is to develop the existing national information environment as part of the EU-wide data space development in the transport sector. The development should be tightly linked with the data resources maintained by the authorities and with the availability and utilisation of data accumulated in dealings with the authorities.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-well-functioning-information-environment-in-logistics-improves-transportation-efficiency-1612075

  46. How can Finland achieve the 2030 artificial intelligence vision? − Interim report of the Artificial Intelligence 4.0 programme compiles proposals for concrete aims and measures - Finnish Government

    15.12.2021 | The objective of the Artificial Intelligence 4.0 programme is that Finnish industry’s assets in 2030 are sustainability, capacity for renewal, technological leadership and solutions that enable increasing the carbon handprint. The interim report compiles the concrete objectives and proposed measures for achieving the artificial intelligence vision for 2030. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/how-can-finland-achieve-the-2030-artificial-intelligence-vision-interim-report-of-the-artificial-intelligence-4.0-programme-compiles-proposals-for-concrete-aims-and-measures

  47. Fortum submits to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment an EIA report on the future of the Loviisa nuclear power plant - Finnish Government

    6.9.2021 | On 6 September 2021, Fortum [Power and Heat Ltd] submitted an environmental impact assessment (EIA) report to the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment that assesses the environmental impact of continuing the operation of, or alternatively, decommissioning the Loviisa nuclear power plant as well as the impact of the final disposal facility of low and intermediate-level waste.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/fortum-submits-to-the-ministry-of-economic-affairs-and-employment-an-eia-report-on-the-future-of-the-loviisa-nuclear-power-plant

  48. Consultation on the EIA report for the future of Loviisa nuclear power plant has begun - Finnish Government

    21.9.2021 | Consultation on the environmental impact assessment (EIA) report concerning the continuation of Fortum’s Loviisa nuclear power plant has begun. The consultation period is from 20 September to 18 November 2021. Comments and opinions can be submitted through the Lausuntopalvelu.fi service. A public hearing on the project will take place in Loviisa on Thursday 7 October.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/consultation-on-the-eia-report-for-the-future-of-loviisa-nuclear-power-plant-has-begun

  49. Traffic safety provisions in aviation legislation to be specified - Finnish Government

    8.4.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has invited comments on amendments to aviation legislation, including the Aviation Act. The aim of the amendments is to clarify the national aviation regulation, specify the powers of the authorities and maintain the high standard of safety in civil aviation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/traffic-safety-provisions-in-aviation-legislation-to-be-specified

  50. Discretionary government grants to civil society organisations operating in the field of foreign and security policy, awarded for 2021 - Finnish Government

    22.2.2021 | Discretionary government grants to civil society organisations operating in the field of foreign and security policy, awarded for 2021 Ministry for Foreign Affairs Publication date 22.2.2021 12.15 Type: Press release The Ministry for Foreign Affai...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/discretionary-government-grants-to-civil-society-organisations-operating-in-the-field-of-foreign-and-security-policy-awarded-for-2021

  51. Minister Skinnari visits Denmark to promote cooperation in green transition - Finnish Government

    26.4.2021 | Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Ville Skinnari will visit Copenhagen on 26–27 April. The aim of the visit is to promote bilateral commercial and economic cooperation and to discuss other topical trade policy matters. A business delegation representing the wind power sector will participate in the visit virtually.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-skinnari-visits-denmark-to-promote-cooperation-in-green-transition

  52. Minister Harakka attends a meeting of the EU Transport and Telecommunications Council - Finnish Government

    2.6.2021 | The transport and telecommunications ministers of the European Union will meet in Luxembourg on 3-4 June 2021. In the meeting, Finland will be represented by Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-harakka-attends-a-meeting-of-the-eu-transport-and-telecommunications-council

  53. Hannele Pokka appointed to Water and Climate Leaders Panel - Finnish Government

    19.3.2021 | Former minister and permanent secretary Hannele Pokka, currently Professor of Practice in environmental liability at the University of Helsinki, has been appointed to the Water and Climate Leaders Panel, established by the World Meteorological Organisation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/hannele-pokka-appointed-to-water-and-climate-leaders-panel

  54. OECD publishes recommendations to Finland for improving proactive government guidance – work continues on four pilot projects - Finnish Government

    1.9.2021 | The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) issued its recommendations on Wednesday 1 September. Work based the recommendations will continue in four pilot projects. The project outcomes will be of international value.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/oecd-publishes-recommendations-to-finland-for-improving-proactive-government-guidance-work-continues-on-four-pilot-projects

  55. Government adopts plan to lift COVID-19 restrictions - Finnish Government

    21.4.2021 | At its meeting on 20 April, the Government adopted a plan to lift the restrictions imposed due to the COVID-19 epidemic. The Government discussed the feedback received on the plan and made clarifications based on the comments.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-adopts-plan-to-lift-covid-19-restrictions

  56. Planning of eastern rail link takes off, documents to establish company signed - Finnish Government

    29.3.2022 | A limited company is being established for the planning of the eastern rail link. The documents concerning the establishment of the company, East Railway Ltd, have been signed. The State of Finland owns 51% of the company.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/planning-of-eastern-rail-link-takes-off-documents-to-establish-company-signed-1699091

  57. Competitiveness Council to discuss regulation of digital giants, internet user safety and research, innovation and space issues - Finnish Government

    24.11.2021 | The EU Competitiveness Council meeting in Brussels on 25−26 November will focus on the regulation of activities of the largest digital companies and improvements to safety of users of various online intermediation services. The agenda for space issues includes the financing of companies in the sector and the management of space transport.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/competitiveness-council-to-discuss-regulation-of-digital-giants-internet-user-safety-and-research-innovation-and-space-issues

  58. National strategy for COVID-19 testing and tracing updated to target testing and tracing more accurately - Finnish Government

    14.9.2021 | In future, COVID-19 testing will primarily focus on unvaccinated people who have been exposed to the virus and are experiencing symptoms and on vaccinated people who still continue to be at risk of serious illness from COVID-19. This is stated in the national strategy for COVID-19 testing and tracing updated by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/national-strategy-for-covid-19-testing-and-tracing-updated-to-target-testing-and-tracing-more-accurately

  59. Finland supports continuation of roaming regulation - Finnish Government

    8.4.2021 | The European Commission has adopted a proposal for a Regulation that would prolong the current roaming rules for ten years until summer 2032. The proposal puts forward a reduction in maximum wholesale charges in 2022 and 2025. The Government submitted a letter to Parliament concerning the Commission proposal on 8 April 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-supports-continuation-of-roaming-regulation-1265935

  60. Over 10,500 new COVID-19 cases recorded in Finland last week - Finnish Government

    16.12.2021 | More than 10,500 new COVID-19 cases were recorded in Finland between 6 and 12 December. The incidence of new infections continued to increase over the last 14-day period, standing at 360 per 100,000 inhabitants at the end of last week. About 145,000 tests are carried out weekly. On 15 December 2021, the total number of confirmed cases of the Omicron variant in Finland was 34. In addition, preliminary screening tests indicate that cases of the Omicron variant are clearly increasing.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/over-10-500-new-covid-19-cases-recorded-in-finland-last-week