Kaisa Juuso, the Minister of Social Affairs and Health in Finland, announced her resignation, citing health reasons and taking a medical leave for today and tomorrow. The news has sparked responses from various political figures, particularly Jani Mäkelä, the chair of the Finnish Parliament's Perussuomalaiset (Finns Party) group, who has reiterated his support for Juuso's performance in her role.

Mäkelä pointedly criticized the opposition, alleging that their criticisms towards Juuso have been disproportionate and detrimental, equating some of it to workplace bullying. He expressed that such persistent negativity can have a profound impact on individuals, suggesting that even ministers are susceptible to the effects of public scrutiny and criticism. The implication is that Juuso's decision may have been influenced by external pressures rather than solely by her performance.

Furthermore, this resignation occurred amid discussions within a working group aimed at reforming social services, which was reportedly expected to suggest significant savings of 100 million euros. The failure to present a substantial proposal underlines the challenges facing the government in implementing necessary reforms in the social welfare sector. Juuso's departure could potentially complicate these efforts and may lead to increased scrutiny on the policies of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health moving forward.