The result of the study on the financing of welfare areas is what the regions already knew
A study commissioned by the Ministry of Finance confirms significant issues in the collection and recording of diagnostic data for welfare areas in Finland.
Welfare Area Hali ry: Specialist Care Waiting Lists Continue to Violate Patients' Rights
Specialist care waiting lists remain illegally long in many welfare areas, affecting patients' rights, according to Hyvinvointiala Hali ry.
The government proposes the possibility of extending the deadline for welfare areas to cover their deficits
The Finnish government is suggesting an extension of the deadline for welfare areas to address their financial deficits until the end of 2029, as announced by the Ministry of Finance.
The Finns Party Questions Subsidies for Purchasing Romani Skirts
The Finns Party is questioning the practice of welfare areas providing supplementary social assistance for the purchase of Romani skirts, highlighting a perceived inequality compared to other groups.
The audit report revealed serious deficiencies in the personnel management of the Päijät-Häme welfare area
An internal audit has uncovered significant areas for improvement in the personnel management of the Päijät-Häme welfare area.
IL investigated: Language skills in care situations - See what is happening in your area
A report reveals that language skill issues among healthcare workers recruited from abroad have led to challenges across Finnish welfare areas, although experiences with these international workers have generally been positive.
Interview with the Lord Mayor of Duisburg: 'There are no no-go areas in Duisburg'
Duisburg's Mayor Sören Link addresses issues of social welfare misuse and his views on his party's mistakes in a recent interview.
THL responds to the criticism from welfare areas: the financing model will be developed, but it will not satisfy everyone
The Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) is addressing criticisms regarding the funding model for regional health welfare areas, acknowledging discrepancies in long-term diagnosis data that affect financing.
HK Chairman: It's easy to sit in Christiansborg and say someone should be fired
The HK chairman criticizes political parties for advocating the firing of public employees in urban areas while ignoring broader welfare concerns and the integrity of state systems.
Wrong patient received an invitation for heart surgery – the health data of thousands of people are at risk in welfare areas every year
A patient in Southwest Finland received a heart surgery invitation that was meant for someone else, highlighting recurring issues with privacy breaches that affect thousands annually.
Muzzles, R$ 3,000 fine, and mandatory registration: see the rules approved for dog walks in public spaces in Curitiba
Curitiba's City Council has approved new regulations for walking dogs in public areas, which include mandatory muzzles and significant fines for non-compliance.
The government announced a significant message to welfare areas - immediate reaction from Krista Kiuru
The Finnish government has announced an extension of financial flexibility for welfare areas to address their deficits, prompting criticism from opposition MP Krista Kiuru.
The government grants some welfare areas additional time to cover deficits until 2029
The Finnish government has extended the deadline for certain welfare areas to address their budget deficits until 2029, up from the original deadline of 2028.
Terrible cuts sweep through Finland – See how your area is affected
Finland's regional welfare areas are undergoing significant service cuts, affecting health centers, care homes, and hospital wards, with varying impacts across the country.
Horse falls after collision between cart and car, reigniting debate over animal traction in Campos
A horse fell on the street after a cart collided with a car in Campos dos Goytacazes, Brazil, reigniting discussions around the use of animal traction in urban areas.
These areas are threatened by the feared procedure
At least 13 regions in Finland are seeking additional time to cover accumulated deficits, with some facing restrictions on their decision-making authority due to financial challenges.
Helsinki is outraged by the government's drastic social welfare savings
Helsinki opposes proposed changes to the financing law for welfare areas, citing concerns over significant new savings directed towards the city.
Less than ten a day was like a salary for Niina Strandman – in the future, many people with disabilities will not receive even that
Niina Strandman, who relied on small daily compensation for participating in work activities for people with disabilities, faces uncertainty as welfare areas in Finland, such as Central Finland, consider eliminating these compensations altogether.
Now there is an emergency call from the regions
Regional leaders in Finland are protesting a planned funding cut of 390 million euros to welfare areas from 2027 to 2029, deeming it unreasonable and detrimental to long-term service organization.
Sote is being reformed again – 'Significant weaknesses'
The Finnish Ministry of Finance has announced a new project to reform the funding model for welfare areas in response to identified weaknesses.
Strong support from Parliament: welfare areas should monitor healthcare payment ceilings on behalf of patients
The Finnish Parliament shows strong support for transferring the responsibility of monitoring healthcare payment ceilings from patients to authorities, with all party groups endorsing the reform.
City Hall of João Pessoa regulates entry of people into the Veterinary Hospital
A new regulation restricts unauthorized access to various critical areas of the João Pessoa Veterinary Hospital to ensure animal welfare and safety.
Gyeonggi Province launches 'Happiness Delivery Communication Cart' to check on rural residents and sell groceries
Gyeonggi Province is starting a new service called the 'Happiness Delivery Communication Cart' to provide essential goods and check on the welfare of residents in rural areas facing population decline and aging.
Nurses do not accept the funding of welfare areas - see the demonstration from the Parliament House at 12 o'clock
A hundred people from South Karelia, South Savo, and Kymenlaakso protested at the Parliament House in Helsinki, demanding changes to the welfare areas' funding model.
S presents its plan for Sweden
The Social Democrats outline their election strategy emphasizing economic strength, welfare for families, and enhanced community safety as key areas for change.
Shock spreads – These areas will disappear, only one winner
The government proposal to cut funding for welfare areas has caused outrage among some regions, particularly in Western Uusimaa, which would face significant financial reductions.
Only one sote area escapes funding cuts in the government's correction package
The Central Ostrobothnia welfare area is the only region to be exempt from funding cuts proposed by the government, which plans to reduce funding for other areas significantly by 2029.
A major change is happening now – The Minister explains the reasons
The government announced a reduction in funding for welfare areas by 66 million euros starting next year, with a planned savings of 390 million euros by 2029, prompting Minister Anna-Kaisa Ikonen to explain these changes.