Tag: Lappeenranta
YLE: Dispute over tuition fees for Kenyan students resolved
– The students’ stay in Finland is secured, he assured. TAMK terminated its contract with Uasin Gishu County at the end of February, citing non-payment of tuition fees. Prokki revealed that the dispute concerns about a hundred nursing and physiotherapy students, whose future at the university of applied sciences was uncertain due to non-payment of […]
YLE: Kenyan students in Finland may lose their right to study due to unpaid tuition fees
The due date of the last collection letter was 28 February 2023. Ari SivulaTAMK’s vice-rector told public radio yesterday that the payment has not been received. “We need to find someone to foot the bill. Education is not free,” he said, confirming that non-payment of fees would prevent students from continuing their studies. “We will […]
LUT is planning Finland’s first advanced research microreactor
Juhani HyvärinenThe professor of nuclear technology at LUT says that the reactor will be used as a training, research and demonstration facility. It will be connected to the municipal corporation Lappeenranta Energia’s district heating network. “The safety and design of the micromodular reactor make cooperation with Ultra Safe Nuclear an ideal choice for LUT and […]
The Finnish Immigration Service will establish new reception centers on November 29
Some of the reception centers to be established are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service continues to increase the accommodation capacity in the existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service is responsible for directing, planning and supervising the operation of the reception system. The reception centers run by the Finnish Immigration Service […]
Internationalization awards of the President of the Republic to Kempower, K. Hartwall, Andritz and Kasvuryhmä Suomi
The Internationalization Award of the President of the Republic is awarded annually in recognition of internationally successful companies or organizations. The candidates were proposed by several business organizations. “In addition to international success, this year’s evaluation emphasized sustainable development and the ethics of operations, as well as the effects on Finnish know-how, innovation, employment development […]
Fortum relies on Russian nuclear fuel until 2030
Matti KattainenFortum’s head of nuclear power told STT that the company operates in accordance with its supplier agreement, but does not agree to speculate whether and when it could stop using Russian fuel. The company has previously announced that it will request bids from supplier candidates when its business licenses and the current supplier agreement […]
The Finnish Immigration Service will establish new reception centers on October 24
There are currently a total of 86 reception centers in Finland, their branches and service points in private residences, as well as 8 reception units for minors. About 42,000 people are currently registered as customers in the reception system. About 50 percent of them live in a private apartment and 10 percent live in municipalities […]
Tesla now operates more than 10,000 Superchargers in Europe
These six new locations are located in Spain, France, Belgium and Germany and will offer more charging options for customers traveling in the region. The fast and reliable network continues to support periods of heavy traffic despite the increased number of Tesla vehicles on the road and the opening of selected locations to non-Tesla EVs. […]
The Finnish Immigration Service will establish new reception centers on September 8
Some of the reception centers to be established are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service continues to increase the number of accommodation places in the existing reception centers. Currently, there are 83 reception centers, their branches and service points in private residences, as well as eight reception units for minors. The Finnish […]
Russian tourists were disappointed by Finland’s visa decision
Finland’s decision to reduce the number of visas granted to Russian tourists did not please the Russians currently visiting Finland. In July, after nearly two years of border crossings due to travel restrictions related to the coronavirus, traffic on the border between Finland and Russia picked up when Russia abandoned them. "Many of my friends […]
Russia accuses Turku of an anti-war demonstration in Finland
An activist from Turku Petr Trofimov has been prosecuted in Russia under section 20.2 of the country’s administrative law, a Facebook post from the group Free Russians Global. The article deals with disruptive behavior in demonstrations and is currently Russia’s main tool for prosecuting participants and organizers of demonstrations. Trofimov confirmed to Yle Novosti that […]
From a fashion journalist to Finland’s first TikTok professor
Veteran host, fashion editor and economist Sami Sykkö will become a practical professor at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT) from September 1. In the part-time job, which will continue at least until the end of 2025, the students must be taught working life skills related to business cooperation and marketing. "In order to reach the […]
YLE: Russian border crossings have increased by 10–30%
“We’re already tracking this,” said Tanner. “If Finnish Schengen visas are actually used to travel to other countries, we can take action. We get information about this kind of phenomenon from other Schengen countries quite quickly. With a Schengen visa issued by Finland, you can travel to any other country that has joined the Schengen […]
A record number of more than 35,000 have applied for temporary protection in Finland
All applicants and recipients of temporary protection are registered at the reception center, even if they live in a private apartment or an apartment provided by the municipality. Most of the applicants and recipients of temporary protection, about 65 percent, currently live outside the reception centers. Reception centers offer reception services, such as health and […]
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Russian tourists use Finland as a transit country for vacation destinations
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, some Russian tourists use Finland as a transit country on their way to their holiday destinations. After the lifting of the Covid travel restrictions, Russian border crossings to Finland have increased by 10-30 percent compared to spring and early summer, Jussi Tannerthe director general of consular services of […]
A growing number of victims of abuse turned to the system for helping victims of human trafficking
This information is included the latest semi-annual report about the system for helping victims of human trafficking. “Non-governmental organizations in particular identify people who have become victims of human trafficking in Finland,” says Terhi Tafarisenior adviser of the system for helping victims of human trafficking. Some of the new customers, 63 adults and three minors, […]
Finland’s largest parliamentary groups support limiting the issuance of tourist visas to Russians
The coalition’s parliamentary group stated that, in its opinion, the current situation makes it easier to circumvent the sanctions imposed on Russia and weakens their effectiveness. On Monday, representatives of the coalition, social democrats and basic Finns told Helsingin Sanomat that the criteria for issuing visas should be tightened. Jukka KopraThe vice-chairman of the coalition’s […]
Municipalities are reimbursed for the accommodation costs of persons who have fled Ukraine
The Finnish Immigration Service reimburses municipalities for accommodation costs. The municipal model is applied until March 4, 2023. The municipality can agree with the reception center that the municipality offers temporary protection recipients accommodation services in accordance with the Act on the Reception of Persons Seeking International Protection. The agreement has been negotiated with 90 […]
The Kremlin is commenting on a possible NATO base in Finland
A response to such a development would come from the Ministry of Defense, the president’s office said Russia’s response to a possible NATO base in Finland would be outlined by the military, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday. Peskov responded to reports from the Finnish media, which claimed that the mayor of a city […]
Chairman of the Duma: NATO bases do not bring security to Finland
The chairman of the Russian Duma said about the establishment of NATO military bases in Finland or Sweden "does not protect" countries, but also endangers those living near such facilities. Duma chair, Vyacheslav Volodinreplied to the user’s comment Kimmo Järva, the mayor of Lappeenranta, a Finnish city near the Russian border. Jarva said that the […]
Russia warns Finland of NATO’s border base
If Lappeenranta hosts a military base, it would make itself a target if a conflict should ever break out, said the President of the State Duma The mayor of the Finnish border town of Lappeenranta would put the city at the crossroads of Russia by hosting a NATO military base, Russian Speaker of the Russian […]
The Finnish Immigration Service will establish new reception centers on July 1
Most Ukrainians fleeing to Finland stay in private housing. Some of the new reception centers are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service will continue to increase the number of accommodation places in the existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service is responsible for the coordination, planning and supervision of the reception system. […]
The border between Finland and Russia will be reopened in more than a year
The Imatra border station will be reopened on Friday, closed for more than a year. Border traffic declined for the first time since the start of the Covid pandemic in 2020. Meanwhile, in January 2021, the government completely closed the passenger intersection in an attempt to prevent the spread of Covid. Only heavy traffic has […]
The Left Alliance calls for decriminalization of drug use, the NCP would allow the sale of snus
Party conferences continued on Sunday, and government partners in the Left Alliance called for decriminalization of drug use. In a statement adopted by the conference, the party argued that drug abuse should be addressed through social and health policies rather than the justice system. According to the party, the use and possession of small quantities […]
Saarikko, Orpo, Andersson were re-elected party chairmen; The director of the center demands the dissolution of the Migr
Minister of Economic Affairs Annika SaarikkoSpeakers at the City Center Conference in Lappeenranta on Saturday emphasized the importance of work-based immigration. He received applause by calling for the dissolution of the Migration Agency (Migri), some of whose functions were transferred to a new agency focusing on work-related migration. Saarikko, 38, was re-elected chairman of the […]
The Finnish Immigration Service is preparing to set up new reception centers due to the increased need for accommodation for people fleeing Ukraine.
Some of the new reception centers are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service will continue to add accommodation in existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service is responsible for coordinating, planning and supervising the reception system. The Finnish Immigration Service has reception centers in Helsinki, Lappeenranta (Joutseno) and Oulu. Other reception centers […]
Friday’s newspapers: Political fires, empty homes and US Senate committee support Finland’s NATO application
Helsingin sanomat newspaper wrote The Center, the National Coalition Party (NCP) and the Left Alliance will meet for their annual meetings this weekend. The members of the Center Party will meet in Lappeenranta, the NCP will head to Kalajoki and Pori will host the Left Alliance. All three chairs, Annika Saarikko (Center), Petteri Orpo (NCP) […]
Åland’s first reception center opens
“During the spring, we have established 49 new reception centers and offices all over Finland and now, for the first time in history, also in Åland,” says the head of the reception unit. Pekka Nuutinen. The majority of Ukrainians live in private housing with relatives or volunteers, and they have arranged their own accommodation. Reception […]
Åland opens its first reception center
The Åland Autonomous Region opened a reception center on Monday. The first center of its kind in the region was set up to meet the needs of the approximately 250 people of Åland who fled Ukraine due to the Russian invasion. To date, the authorities have opened 49 new reception centers and offices elsewhere in […]
Households were urged to prepare for cuts in Russian gas supplies
While fossil gas users, both households and businesses, are reassured that their needs have so far been met, energy companies in the south-east are urging customers to look for alternative ways to heat their homes if Russia closes the faucet. Teemu HeinänenHowever, the head of Hamina Energy’s energy business says no exceptional measures are needed. […]
The Finnish Immigration Service to establish new reception centers 6 May
Most Ukrainians fleeing to Finland are staying in private accommodation. Some of the new reception centers are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service continues to increase the number of accommodation places in existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service is responsible for the coordination, planning and supervision of the reception system. The […]
Finland was preparing for tougher sanctions against Russia, the Prime Minister says in his veteran speech
Finland’s National Veterans Day was celebrated on Wednesday, and the main celebration was held in Lappeenranta on the west side of the Russian border. The Prime Minister raised the issue of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine Sanna Marin (SDP) spoke at the event and suggested, among other things, that Finland be ready to impose tougher sanctions […]
Finland restricts the import of Russian electricity to protect itself from disruption
The decision is based on an assessment of the risks posed by the current international situation. Reima PäivinenFingrid’s Executive Vice President, confirmed Helsingin Sanomat that the risks refer to possible Russian attempts to influence the NATO debate and the possible application process. Warnings about such companies have been heard from authorities, decision-makers and researchers alike. […]
The pandemic is likely to have peaked in Finland, but the patient load in hospitals is slowly declining, health authorities say
The number of coronavirus infections in Finland has fallen for the third week in a row, officials from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health and the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL) said at a weekly press conference on Thursday. Although the number of new laboratory-confirmed infections has decreased in all age groups […]
Jari Kähkönen, Director General of the Finnish Immigration Service, resigns
At the same time, the Agency’s expectations for operational development have ranged from the need for efficient implementation of automated processes to profound cultural change. Although progress has been made here, I do not see enough results, “Kähkönen said. “Finland needs efficient and well-functioning immigration processes and the Finnish Immigration Service needs urgent reform. My […]
A veteran center politician launches anti-NATO party leadership
A long-time performer on the Finnish political scene, Paavo Väyrynen (Cen) says he will take over the chairmanship of the Center Congress’s summer congress in Lappeenranta with the aim of sparking a debate on the party’s foreign and security policy position – especially NATO membership. Väyrynen, 75, a member of the Lapland County Council and […]
The Finnish Immigration Service is setting up new reception centers
Most Ukrainians fleeing to Finland stay in private housing. Some of the new reception centers are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service will continue to add accommodation in existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service is responsible for coordinating, planning and supervising the reception system. The Finnish Immigration Service has reception centers […]
The Finnish Immigration Service is setting up new reception centers
through which applicants for asylum or temporary protection who have provided accommodation themselves have access to reception services, such as health and social services and reception support. Most Ukrainians fleeing to Finland stay in private housing. Some of the new reception centers are branches of existing reception centers. The Finnish Immigration Service will continue to […]
Buses from Russia will increase when the train connection to Finland ends
The buses will continue the passenger shuttle between Russia and Finland when the last remaining train connection between the countries was suspended on Sunday. The end of the Allegro train service between St. Petersburg and Helsinki clearly affected people with a Russian background and their relatives. "My mother has come to Finland for the first […]
Marin: New reception centers are being opened all over Finland
Finland is preparing to receive more refugees from Ukraine, Prime Minister Sanna Marin (SDP) said in an interview with Yle in Rovaniemi on Saturday night. He spoke after discussing the crisis with local residents on a provincial trip to Finnish Lapland. According to Marin, it is important that the EU has agreed that those who […]
With the education reform, students must complete at least five subjects in the matriculation examination
In the future, the changes to the Finnish matriculation examination that will take effect on Tuesday will require at least five subjects to pass the exam. The baccalaureate degree is completed at the end of secondary education and is a key factor in deciding whether students are eligible for university. "There are quite a few […]
Early signs point to a severe mosquito season
All signs point to a severe mosquito season, summer. According to a biologist from Lappeenranta, the snowy winter months, like right now, usually create ideal conditions for insects Kimmo Saarinen. The thick snow cover currently covers most of Finland. According to the Finnish Meteorological Institute, a record amount of snow fell in Eastern Finland in […]
Finns reserve iodine tablets
The attack on Ukraine has affected domestic pharmaceutical sales. Demand for strong iodine has been higher than usual in the pharmacy chain Yliopiston Apteekki, which has stores all over Finland. Strong iodine is only intended for use in a crisis situation, such as a nuclear incident. Iodine tablets from Joensuu’s New Pharmacy ran out on […]
Finland is preparing for a possible ban on Russian airspace
Despite the escalating conflict, Finnair and other European airlines have maintained uninterrupted flights via Russian airspace to Asia. However, the EU is already preparing for a situation in which Russia would suddenly revoke the rights of airlines to fly over the country. This would mean the suspension of Finnair’s Asian flights. "As part of joint […]
Police: The most dangerous streets in Helsinki, Jyväskylä, Turku Finland
The streets of Helsinki, Jyväskylä and Turku were the most dangerous in the country last year, says the security index published by the police on Thursday. The police have used the index to monitor the security of Finnish cities for the past 10 years, including the number of crimes such as burglary, assault and drunk […]
Friday’s newspapers: Expensive surplus, medical care for illegal immigrants, motorists protest
According to the agreements between the EU and the pharmaceutical company Pfizer, millions of extra doses of Covid vaccine will arrive in Finland this year, Yle says on Thursday. Ilta-Sanomat states that last August Pfizer raised the price of its vaccine to € 19.50 per dose, meaning that if there were more than five million […]
Finland is streamlining residence permit procedures for non-EU students
Jarmo Tiukkanen, the director of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Labor, informed the broadcaster that the changes are expected to take effect on 1 April. “This should be possible, but we will have to wait until the bill is discussed and approved by parliament,” he added. The most significant change is that students would […]
Ryanair suspends flights to Lappeenranta in February
Ryanair has canceled its February flight to Lappeenranta Airport due to a coronavirus situation. This is an extension of the service outage after the company previously canceled flights during the last three weeks of January. However, Ryanair is said to be selling tickets for March flights to Memmigen and Berlin in Germany, Budapest, Vienna and […]
The number of victims of child trafficking has more than doubled
In previous years, the number of minors admitted to the scheme has varied between 10 and 14. In most cases, trafficking in minors was associated with forced labor, sexual exploitation and forced marriage. Some children have been victims of many types of human trafficking. In 2021, minors admitted to the assistance system were most often […]
More pressure on UPM: Finnish Transport Association supports striking paperworkers
The Transport Association (ACP) has announced a blockade to support striking paperworkers at UPM’s mills. The ACP announced on Saturday that it would carry out the blockade in Finnish ports from 6 am on Monday. During the industrial action, ACP stevedores refuse to handle UPM’s paper, pulp and board products or raw materials. At the […]
According to the law, employees must return to UPM’s mills
The Helsinki District Court has ruled that heat production and water treatment at UPM’s mills must be excluded from the parameters of the paper union strike. The forestry company UPM applied for precautionary measures and the Helsinki District Court issued its decision on Friday after hearing both parties. The court therefore ruled that the Paper […]
Dozens of municipalities are interested in hosting a confectionery factory designed by Fazer
More than 50 municipalities have contacted the Finnish confectionery and food giant Fazer with the aim of providing a home for the factory designed by the company. Last week, Fazer announced plans to build a new plant somewhere in southern Finland. The aim is to replace two existing plants in Lappeenranta and Vantaa. The company […]
According to the electricity companies, the paper industry dispute threatens energy supply
Several local communities are preparing for district heating outages, as the forest industry company UPM and the Paper Association have failed to resolve wage and conditional disputes. Three energy companies are appealing to the Paper Association, which represents paper industry workers, and UPM, a giant in the forest industry, to resolve their dispute to avoid […]
