Perussuomalaiset (PS) party is set to announce a new social services and health minister following Kaisa Juuso's resignation, with Wille Rydman as a leading candidate.
The Perussuomalaiset (PS) party in Finland is currently preparing to announce a successor for the position of Minister of Social Affairs and Health, previously held by Kaisa Juuso who requested resignation. A crucial meeting of the party's executive board and parliamentary group is scheduled for Wednesday at 5:30 PM to finalize the decision on the new nominee. A press conference will follow the meeting at approximately 6:30 PM, where more details will be disclosed.
The article points out that Wille Rydman, a former minister of economic affairs, is viewed as a strong candidate for the position. Other potential candidates mentioned include Vilhelm Junnila and ministerial reshuffling options Lulu Ranne and Mari Rantanen. However, Rydman is highlighted as the frontrunner, suggesting a significant backing within the party. This transition comes as the party navigates internal dynamics and seeks to stabilize its leadership amid ongoing political discussions.
Iltalehti will provide live coverage of the events unfolding at the PS party office located on Yrjönkatu in Helsinki, with journalists Hanna Gråsten-Lahtinen and Jari Hanska leading the broadcast. Updating the live text coverage will be news editor Solmu Salmi, emphasizing the importance of this leadership change for the party's future direction and strategies, as well as its implications on Finnish politics.
