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2 months ago

Finland’s employee numbers have declined for 2.5 years, business index finds

The only region where employee numbers grew was in Western Finland, increasing by 0.5 percent.
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2 months ago

Monday’s papers: Pensions blow, losing investments, and winter wonder

The government is removing an incentive that has encouraged people to save for their retirement.
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2 months ago

People are retiring later in Finland – and the change has been faster than expected

The average retirement age last year was 63.2, according to the Finnish Centre for Pensions (ETK).
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2 months ago

Wolt finally hires couriers as employees – with exceptional terms

According to a labour law expert, it is unusual for a Finnish firm not to reimburse workers for the use of their own tools.
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2 months ago

Thursday’s papers: The youth of today, Finland of the future, and driving with care

Helsingin Sanomat hears from psychologists and consultants about young Finnish adults who don’t know how to follow basic rules or norms when they enter the workforce.
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2 months ago

Finnwatch calls out private healthcare firms’ tax planning

The NGO’s review included Mehiläinen, Terveystalo, Attendo, Pihlajalinna, Coronaria and Esperi Care.
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2 months ago

Monday’s papers: Cold snap chills spot prices, quenching AI’s thirst, and selfish Europeans

Helsingin Sanomat explains why spot electricity isn’t always cheaper.
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2 months ago

Posti announces 121 redundancies following restructuring talks

Over 170 jobs were initially on the line, but some employees were able to find other positions within the company.
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2 months ago

More people in Finland aim to delay retirement

With older workers now staying healthier, the average planned retirement age has risen faster than the minimum pension age, a new survey reveals.
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2 months ago

Finland tightens access to basic social assistance

Rules for receiving social assistance are getting stricter as of Sunday.
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