Kaisa Juuso, the Minister of Social Affairs and Health in Finland, has announced her resignation from her ministerial duties, a decision attributed solely to her. This announcement was made by Finance Minister Riikka Purra during an unexpectedly held press conference at the parliament, where she elaborated that Juuso had informed both the Prime Minister and herself earlier in the day. Purra emphasized the need for a new appointment for the role to ensure the continuity of important proposals expected to be finalized soon.

Alongside the resignation, Purra revealed that Juuso has communicated her intention to take a leave of absence due to health issues. The immediate next steps involve the Perussuomalaiset party initiating the process of selecting a successor for Juuso, with the goal of appointing a new minister as soon as possible. Purra expressed optimism that decisions regarding the new appointment might be made as early as the beginning of the following week, indicating the party's urgency to fill the role.

Purra also acknowledged Juuso's performance in her challenging role, praising her efforts despite the circumstances leading to her departure. The resignation raises questions about the ongoing projects within the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health and how they will proceed in the absence of Juuso, but the government appears committed to maintaining momentum on critical health proposals until a new minister can be appointed.