The Uusimaa district of the Swedish People's Party (Rkp) has expressed strong opposition to a government proposal aimed at reducing social welfare funding for both Helsinki and the Uusimaa region by a total of 194 million euros by the year 2029. According to the district's chairperson, Karin Cederlöf, these cuts are perceived as unjust, particularly because Uusimaa is experiencing population growth, whereas resources are being redirected to areas with declining populations.

Cederlöf warns that the proposed cuts could lead to significant reductions in healthcare services in Uusimaa as early as autumn 2026, jeopardizing the availability of safe and adequate care for its residents. The Uusimaa district's stance underscores a broader concern regarding the government's funding strategy and its potential impact on one of Finland's most densely populated and rapidly growing regions.

As part of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's administration, the Rkp is in a critical position regarding this proposal. The district calls for a reevaluation of the funding allocation to ensure that Uusimaa's burgeoning population receives the necessary support for its healthcare needs, highlighting issues of equity and resource distribution that could affect the region's long-term well-being.