New cuts of over 20 million euros threaten Kela
The Finnish Ministry of Finance plans over 20 million euros in cuts to Kela and other organizations, reflecting broader public financial challenges.
IL's information: Kela is threatened by massive savings
The Finnish Ministry of Finance has proposed significant budget cuts affecting Kela and other public institutions, raising concerns about potential layoffs.
Controversy over Kela's new support – Here's how the unemployed are reacting
A new general support measure from Kela, set to take effect in May, faces criticism from the Unemployed Central Organization due to its potential negative impact on older unemployed individuals.
Agra: Bolero crashed into a tree, 5 people killed
A tragic road accident near Agra resulted in the death of five people and left four others injured when a Bolero vehicle crashed into a tree while returning from a temple visit in Rajasthan.
Director of the Ministry of Finance proposes an almost €20,000 childbirth bonus – does not support it himself
In Finland, experts are discussing potential financial incentives, such as a childbirth bonus, to encourage higher birth rates amid declining numbers.
Three doctors deemed suicidal Leena unfit for work – Kela considers her suitable for truck driver duties
A truck driver named Leena faces distress and suicidal thoughts after years in the profession, yet Kela claims she is still fit for work as a truck driver.
Kela: Anxiety disorders lead to depression less often resulting in permanent disability
A recent study by Kela indicates that long-term absences due to anxiety disorders lead to permanent disability less frequently than those due to depression.
What is known about users of weight loss drugs – official medication may cost three thousand euros a year
A report reveals that the majority of weight loss drug users in Finland are likely working and relatively affluent, with significant financial implications for the usage of these medications.
The payment of the new Kela support is about to start - the director warns that it is far from social security
The upcoming Kela support payment is criticized as a cost-saving measure that disproportionately affects vulnerable groups, especially older unemployed individuals.
Now be careful: Changes to Kela benefits schedule
Due to the Easter holidays, changes will occur in Kela's customer service and the timelines for applying for and receiving benefits.
Easter Alters Kela Payments
Easter will affect the timing of unemployment notifications and benefit payments in Finland.
Sanna has received thousands of euros for her children's ADHD: 'No one takes medication'
Sanna shares her experience of receiving financial assistance amounting to thousands of euros for her children's ADHD through Finnish welfare support.
Immigrants were supposed to get this cut on January 1, 2027 – Kela: It is not possible
Kela has announced that the implementation of a new integration support scheme for recent immigrants will not proceed according to the government's timeline.
Lasse Lehtonen Grateful in X: 'Excellent'
Kela's Director General Lasse Lehtonen expressed gratitude for the excellent medical treatment he received following a serious health incident at Brussels Airport.
Lasse Lehtonen thanks for the treatment received on X: Social media reacts immediately
Lasse Lehtonen expresses gratitude for the care he received during his recovery and highlights the importance of family support.
Lasse Lehtonen Breaks Silence - 'I Was Close to Death'
Lasse Lehtonen, the head of Kela, reveals the serious health issues that led to his medical leave in an interview with Maaseudun Tulevaisuus.
MT: Lasse Lehtonen Breaks the Silence
Kela's director, Lasse Lehtonen, publicly discusses his health condition following an incident at an airport in December.
Kela's Lasse Lehtonen on last December's events in Maaseudun Tulevaisuus: 'Death was close'
Lasse Lehtonen, the CEO of Kela, shared alarming details about a serious illness he faced last December, which almost cost him his life.
Fewer and fewer people are receiving home care support
The number of people receiving home care support in Finland has nearly halved over the last decade due to declining birth rates and changing usage patterns.
Suvi-Anne Siimes to HS: The conditions for immigrant pensions from Kela could be tightened
Suvi-Anne Siimes argues that the pension conditions for immigrants receiving benefits from Kela in Finland should be more stringent, drawing comparisons with Sweden's pension policies.
Kela revealed benefit statistics - this benefit exceeded one billion euros
The Finnish social insurance institution Kela reported that benefits paid in 2024 exceeded 17.4 billion euros, highlighting a significant increase in basic income support and unemployment benefits.
This is how much benefits Kela paid to Finns
Kela's benefit payments to Finns increased in 2025, totaling €17.5 billion, despite a decrease in some expenditures such as health insurance reimbursements.
Doctors report: Private medical clinics are taking the largest share of reimbursement from the Kela trial for those over 65
Private health clinics in Finland are retaining a significant portion of reimbursement fees from a Kela trial aimed at those over 65, creating challenges for practicing physicians regarding availability and compensation.
There is one particular benefit that Finns forget – Tell us how you maximize financial support
The article discusses the issue of underutilization of financial benefits in Finland, particularly focusing on Kela benefits that many are eligible for but do not apply for.
Kela: Continuity of Care Has Deteriorated
Kela reports a decline in the continuity of care within private healthcare services in Finland over the past two decades.
More than a thousand allegations of abuse - these are the most common targets of Kela benefits
In Finland, allegations of misuse of Kela benefits were most commonly associated with basic social assistance, general housing assistance, and unemployment benefits last year.
Kela paid significantly less sick leave compensation last year
The Finnish social insurance institution Kela reduced its sick leave compensation costs significantly last year due to cuts made at the beginning of 2025.
Podcast: Antti Tuisku received a call from Kela - 'You have officially fallen out of the Finnish social security system'
Pop star Antti Tuisku discusses his move to Spain and his transition out of the Finnish social security system in a recent podcast.
Tell Yle: Did artificial intelligence take your job?
A Japanese financial giant, Mizuho, announced plans to reduce 5,000 administrative jobs using artificial intelligence, echoing similar trends in Finland where Kela is also automating processes and cutting jobs.
50 Kilograms of Green Balls Appeared at Anssi Kela's Door – Complaint
Anssi Kela faced a complaint regarding an advertisement for a Christmas calendar filled with Fazer's green balls, which was linked to a social media post he made about receiving the product as a gift from an online retailer.
Verkkokauppa.com delivered a 50-kilogram surprise to Anssi Kela's door - caused a complaint
Musician Anssi Kela received a massive Christmas calendar from Verkkokauppa.com, leading to a complaint regarding potential covert advertising.
Vantaa Received the Most Basic Social Assistance Last Year – Check the List of Municipalities Where Assistance Was Most Common
Last year, Vantaa had the highest number of recipients of basic social assistance in Finland, as new statistics show an increase in both the number of recipients and the payments made.
This is how Kela will replace at least a thousand benefits processors with automation
Finland's Kela aims to automate up to 80% of benefit application processing using a new Salesforce system, potentially reducing its workforce by over 10%.
The Amount of Basic Social Assistance Increased Sharply
The amount of basic social assistance distributed by Kela significantly increased from the previous year, with 6.4% of the population receiving support in 2025.
Income Limits for Student Loan Interest Aid Increase in March
Income limits for student loan interest aid in Finland will rise in March, according to the Social Insurance Institution of Finland (Kela).
Income limits for student loan interest assistance will increase in March
The income limits for student loan interest assistance in Finland will rise in March, according to the Finnish Social Insurance Institution (Kela).
Kela: Drug reimbursements rose to nearly 2 billion euros
Kela reports that the payments for drug reimbursements in Finland have increased to almost 2 billion euros, rising by 4% over the past year.
Kela's medicine reimbursements grew to nearly two billion euros – Here's the reason
In 2025, Kela's medicine reimbursements increased to nearly two billion euros due to the rise in the number of people using expensive new medications.
Increase in Medication Reimbursements Paid by Kela
Reimbursements for medications by Kela rose by 4% to a total of 1.98 billion euros in 2025, driven by more patients using new and expensive medications.
A thunder from the union: 'Kela is making a serious mistake'
A Finnish professional union criticizes Kela for attempting to conduct a complex medical rehabilitation tender process solely based on price.
Kela support that many do not realize to apply for – the benefit is greatest for those with low income and a lot of debt
A little-known financial support from Kela is underutilized by recent graduates, offering significant benefits for those with low incomes and high debt.
Harsh setback for retirees – Do you belong to this group?
Finland's pension security agency has announced that partial early retirement pensions will now be considered income for the new basic income support starting in May, significantly impacting some retirees' finances.
3,000 Finns are entitled to a brand new Kela support, which provides relief at the pharmacy counter - see if you belong to them
New Kela support aims to alleviate financial burdens for Finns struggling to afford medications, with specific eligibility criteria.
MTV: Kela Denies Support to Many Young People - "Against the Purpose of the Law"
Several welfare regions and Helsinki's child protection aftercare have reported Kela to the Parliamentary Ombudsman, claiming unfair denial of benefits for young people seeking financial support.
The number of recipients of national pension has decreased
The number of recipients of national pension in Finland decreased by six percent last year compared to the previous year, according to Kela.
Kela's support changes shock – clear message from the youth
Changes to Finland's Kela benefits have caused widespread shock among students receiving aftercare support, forcing many to consider taking out student loans or risking their education.
A Strong Reminder for Those Under 25 from Kela
Kela warns that under-25s may face severe cuts in benefits if they do not apply for education opportunities.
A strong message from Kela: These young people should now apply to school
Kela encourages certain under-25 youth to apply for vocational education or face consequences for unemployment benefits.
These Municipalities Had the Most Unemployment Benefit Recipients
In 2025, Finland saw a significant increase in unemployment benefit recipients, with over 338,000 individuals receiving support from Kela.
Social assistance is being cut in two weeks - this is how it affects your wallet
Finland will reduce social assistance payments by 2-3% for all adults starting from March, affecting approximately 377,000 recipients.