Ministry of the Interior issues new decree on smoke alarms
The Ministry of the Interior has issued a new decree on smoke alarms. The decree lays down provisions on the minimum number of smoke alarms, as is the case at present. In addition, the decree specifies how smoke alarms must be placed. The aim is to clarify the regulation on smoke alarms and to make it easier to comply with the regulation. The decree was drafted to correspond to the amendments made to the Rescue Act. It will enter into force on 1 January 2026.
Government proposes extension for introducing real time text in emergency calls
The Government proposes that the transitional period for introducing real time text in emergency calls be extended. It must be possible to submit an emergency call using real time text by 28 June 2027.
Government supplementary budget proposal invests in readiness and preparedness
The Government submitted its second supplementary budget proposal for 2025 to Parliament on Wednesday 28 May. The supplementary budget proposes funding for the development of civil defence and the emergency warning system as well as for the maritime capabilities of the Finnish Border Guard.
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Finland may provide international rescue service assistance upon the request of another country, the EU or an international organisation.
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Under certain conditions, Finland may assist voluntary return to the home country.
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Violent radicalisation refers to justifying violence based on one's own view of the world, or on ideological grounds.
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Finland has official flag days and national flag days designated in the calendar. The flag may be flown on other days as well.
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