Unemployment fund survey: Confidence in one’s own employment situation remains unchanged
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In January 2026, A-kassa conducted a survey among its members on their employment situation. The survey examined members’ views on their own employment status....
Meeting the employment condition and the graduated reduction of earnings-related unemployment allowance are closely linked. Each time the employment conditions are met and a new maximum payment period begins, the graduated reduction is reset...
Unemployment or lay-off may be a situation you are already familiar with and does not necessarily completely change your everyday life. It may also be an entirely new experience, accompanied by a strong initial...
In the event of a weather barrier, you can apply for a daily allowance from the fund under certain conditions. The weather barrier under the Unemployment Security Act only applies to the building...
The unemployment fund membership fee is still tax-deductible. However, it is no longer automatically entered on the new tax card. According to the Finnish Tax Administration, the unemployment fund membership fee is is...
Parliament has approved the government’s proposed legislative amendment, which will further tighten the rules on waiting periods. The amendments concern suspension periods related to jobseeking and employment services. Amendments are not proposed to suspension...
Seasonal work during the winter season in Lapland or a period of employment in Norway or Sweden can open up new opportunities, add variety to everyday life and provide valuable work experience. But what...
