Tag: Voting
HS: The Finnish government is ready to torpedo the liability directive despite the criticism
The Green Alliance, the Left Alliance and the Social Democrats presented a different opinion on the committee's report. The governing parties are of the opinion that the extension of the right to class action to environmental organizations and trade unions is a sufficient reason for not voting in the decisive meeting of the EU Council…
HS: Stubb's lead in Haavisto narrows as the second round fades away
Stubb and Haavisto advanced to the second round of the election after winning 27.2 and 25.8 percent of the votes in the first round. The first round was played on Sunday 28 January 2024. Stubb is the candidate of the Coalition, while Haavisto is the candidate of the voters' association, but supported by the Green…
The percentage of early voting rose to 33 percent in the second round of the presidential election
The percentage of advance voting in the second round has exceeded the first round, which itself set a new record.
Haavisto and Stubb disagree on the president's role in the labor market dispute
“I make it clear to the people that Finland is a contract society and I recommend that we also agree on this,” he said and added that the discussion about the future of the contract society is fundamentally worthwhile. Haavisto, who is officially the candidate of the appellant association despite his long-term ties to Vihreä,…
HS: Stubb is going to the second round of the presidential election as a clear favorite over Haavisto
Stubb and Haavisto became the two most popular candidates in the first round of the presidential election on Sunday and reached the second round with 27.2 percent of the vote and Haavisto with 25.8 percent of the vote. Helsingin Sanomat reported on Tuesday that Stubb is the clear favorite of men, and 67 percent of…
Stubb and Haavisto advance to the tight next round
The gap between the two candidates who moved to the second round of voting has not been this narrow since 1994, he says. Helsingin Sanomat's analysis. However, the winner of the first round has also won in the second round in all elections of the current electoral system. Jussi Halla-aho (PS) won 19.0 percent and…
Record early voting numbers may slow down the count
The 44 percent early voting rate could delay the outcome of Sunday's election by an hour.
YLE: Halla-aho and Rehn succeed, but Stubb stays ahead of the elections.
Jussi Halla-aho (PS), according to the poll, has run the most successful push campaign in the last period, rising from 10% in December to 18% in January. Halla-aho thus became the third most popular candidate ahead Olli Rehn (Center), which registered a two-point increase to 14 percent in support. Halla-aho's late rise is also reflected…
Early voters set a record in the Finnish presidential election
The early voting percentage rose to 44 percent, while it was less than 37 percent in the last presidential election.
Turkey says yes to Swedish NATO membership – hear about the reactions
Hear about the reactions to Turkey voting yes to Swedish NATO membership. SR's correspondent Andreas Liljeheden reports on the spot in Brussels. P1 Morgon is led today by presenter Elias Wahlberg. Listen directly in SR Play.
Almost 1.9 million Finns voted in advance in the presidential election
The episode started on Wednesday January 17th and ended on Tuesday January 23rd. Sami Borgelection expert of the Municipal Development Foundation (KAKS), reminded YLE said on Tuesday that based on the early voting period, it is difficult to estimate where the total voting percentage will be. “My impression has been for some time that we…
More than a third voted before the last day of early voting
Early voting for the first round of the presidential election ends on Tuesday.
Sari Essayah reveals her vision of Finland: the president's leadership, global dynamics and national priorities
Sari Essayah had previously said that she stands out from her rivals as the conservative choice of voters. When asked about bridging the gap between different value systems in order to maintain a conservative position, Essayah emphasized the role of the president as a promoter of tolerance and understanding, stressing the importance of freedom of…
HS: Experts expect turnout to pick up in this week's presidential election
The 2018 election was the first in history where less than 70 percent of voters exercised their right to vote. Both Borg and Johanna VuorelmaA university researcher from the University of Helsinki estimated that the drop was due to the lack of an element of surprise. As expected, President Sauli Niinistö secured his second term…
More than a million advance votes in the Finnish presidential election
Early voting is open until Tuesday and election day is next Sunday.
Friday's papers: Home vote, widening strike threat, Prime Minister's electricity bill
The home voting of the elderly in particular has shown a clear increase compared to last year's 2018 presidential election.
MT poll: Stubb leads Haavisto in the presidential election
Early voting has begun and the first round of elections will be held on Sunday, January 28.
1.1 million voters will receive an electronic voting card in the presidential election
Electronic voting cards were distributed e.g Suomi.fi Message service for all voters registered in the system. This digital change marks a departure from traditional mail delivery and marks a new era in Finland's election processes. Early voting for the first round of the presidential election began on January 17, 2024, allowing voters to vote at…
Wednesday papers: SPP loses support, early voting and freezing your bedding
According to opinion polls, the support of one of the smaller parties in the government coalition has decreased.
Finns will start early voting in the presidential election on Wednesday
The official election day for the first round is Sunday, January 28. If a second round is needed, it will be held on February 11.
Q&A with Palestinian ambassador in Finland: Navigating Finland’s stance on Gaza attacks
In the West Bank, at least 313 have died. Israel’s death toll stands at approximately 1,139. Infrastructure damage in Gaza includes over 313,000 residential units, 352 educational facilities, 26 hospitals, 102 ambulances, and 203 places of worship. The conflict has also claimed the lives of 73 journalists and for some their entire families, resulting in…
Listen to Svensktoppen with Carolina Norén
Listen to the first Christmas songs of the year at Svensktoppen. Also: Take part in voting for the best Christmas song on the Svensktoppen of all time. Program manager: Carolina Norén.
The historic tax agreement is moving forward at the UN: Finland on the controversial side
The nations of the world were divided into groups during the voting. The countries voted on the African states’ proposal to bring international tax negotiations under the umbrella of the UN. After weeks of intense negotiations, the proposal to promote a new tax treaty won a decisive vote of 125-48. The vote not only tested…
Disputes about foreign policy
During today’s debate in Alþing, the Icelandic government was accused of lacking orientation in foreign affairs. Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson does not agree with this accusation. He denied that there was no agreement within the government on the issue of the conflict in the Gaza Strip. Iceland abstained from voting on a ceasefire in Gaza…