Authorities consider means to improve safety at swimming areas Link to an external website
30.7.2025 16.55

During the summer, there have been significantly more drownings and serious near misses than usual at public swimming areas. The Ministry of the Interior, the Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes), the National Police Board of Finland and the Finnish Swimming Teaching and Lifesaving Federation met on 30 July to discuss safety at swimming areas.
Temporary protection for Ukrainians displaced by war to continue until 4 March 2027 Link to an external website
16.7.2025 10.13

Temporary protection for Ukrainians displaced by the war will be extended. The EU Foreign Affairs Council decided on 15 July 2025 to extend temporary protection until 4 March 2027.
Ministry of the Interior surveys Ukrainians under temporary protection about their future plans Link to an external website
10.7.2025 9.22

The Ministry of the Interior has launched a survey to better understand the situation of Ukrainians living in Finland. The survey focuses on their employment opportunities, future prospects and return plans. This information will help both the authorities and Ukrainians to prepare for the next steps.
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Authorities consider means to improve safety at swimming areasLink to an external website
Type:Press release
Publication date:30.7.2025 16.55
Temporary protection for Ukrainians displaced by war to continue until 4 March 2027Link to an external website
Type:Press release
Publication date:16.7.2025 10.13
UN High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development to start on Monday – Finland to present its Voluntary National Review led by Prime Minister OrpoLink to an external website
Type:Press release
Publication date:14.7.2025 9.00
Ministry of the Interior surveys Ukrainians under temporary protection about their future plansLink to an external website
Type:News item
Publication date:10.7.2025 9.22
Proposal to enhance exchange of information between authorities circulated for commentsLink to an external website
Type:Press release
Publication date:4.7.2025 11.58
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