Finland: government wants to limit political strikes to 24 hours

On 22 February, labour minister Arto Satonen outlined the reform of the right to strike, announced by the prime minister on 13 February in order to “remove barriers to employment”. “The amendments prepared by the government are aimed at improving peace at work. A reduction in labour market disturbances would improve business competitiveness, growth and Finland’s attractiveness as an investment destination,” he declared. He therefore intends to limit the duration of political strikes...