Tag: Kimmo
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Children are also recruited into the drug trade in Finland, the customs chief tells YLE
The recruitment of minors has increased especially in the last three to four years, he added. Kimmo SainioThe criminal investigation manager of the Helsinki Police Department confirmed the customs’ observation that minors have become involved in drug crime, especially in Helsinki. “It is proof that the traditional street shop has moved to social media. When…
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Background report of the Norwegian Economic Council: Flat-rate transfers are the most effective way to deal with unequal fuel taxes for low-income households
However, the tax burden is higher for low-income car-owning households. The Economic Policy Council’s new background report analyzes different compensation models. The report was written by a doctoral researcher Selina Clarke and empirical analysis by the researcher Kimmo Palanne. “In summary, a flat-rate transfer would compensate for the costs to low-income households, but it would…
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MP Kimmo Kiljunen demands an impartial international inquiry into the situation in Kazakhstan
“At the same time, Kazakhstan’s independence and sovereignty must be nurtured, as must respect for freedom of expression, including guarantees of freedom of the media and fair consultation of citizens. As a means of overcoming the current crisis “The outcome of this process could in its own way heal the wounds and pave the way…
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One police officer and one civilian were injured in a shooting in Hämeenlinna
The shooting took place at about 11.30 pm outside the apartment building in Kettumäki, in the northern part of Hämeenlinna. Both civilians and police fired their firearms at the incident. KRP was indifferent to the details of the event. “The police investigation is still in its infancy, and field investigations and interrogations will continue for…
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Gossip for better or worse
In everyday speech, the word gossip is often used as something negative, but in research it is defined as “exchange of information about people who are not present”. It does not have to be something negative that is said, but can also be both positive and neutral. – According to studies, the gossip we are…
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Drug trafficking by international criminal groups is a growing problem in Finland
Markku HeinikariAn inspector from the Helsinki Police Department told Iltalehti that these groups are united by a similar ethnic background and common language. The same groups are responsible for the smuggling of drugs to Finland and their distribution. By Kimmo Sainio According to the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), there is a clear pattern of…
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Nokia is cutting up to 10,000 jobs worldwide, but is recruiting in Finland
The program is designed to lead an organization of 80,000 to 85,000 employees. “Decisions that can have a potential impact on our employees are never taken lightly. Ensuring the right settings and capabilities is a necessary step to deliver sustainable long-term performance. My priority is to ensure that everyone affected is supported through this process.…
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Continued increase in calls to the priest on duty
The calls to the priest on duty have increased by 30 percent compared with the same period last year. Most people call with worry or anxiety or who feel lonely. “It is tightened on a personal level for everyone in society,” says national coordinator Kimmo Kling. If you are in crisis:In an emergency call 112On-call…
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The priest on duty listens all weekend
The need for support and talking to someone has increased during the pandemic, it is noticeable among other priests on duty who now during the Halloween weekend for the first time ever have open telephone and chat lines around the clock. – All that did not happen, which does not only have to do with…
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Ohisalo: “No comments” on police pepper spray incident
The interior minister spoke to the media on Monday Maria Ohisalo (Green) said he was awaiting a report on police action at a climate demonstration in central Helsinki on Saturday before commenting on the issue. However, the Minister said that the right to assemble and express opinions were fundamental rights in a democratic state governed…