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Finnish trade union representation to the EU in Brussels since 1995

The Finnish trade union representation has been based in Brussels for 30 years.

Blogs

23.9.2025

Finland’s Path to Europe

In May, it was 80 years since the end of the Second World War. In …
19.9.2025

30 Years of improving European Working Life

Finland has been a member of the European Union for 30 years. During these years, …
22.8.2025

The trade union movement is part of a functioning democracy and the EU’s community of values

The Finnish trade union movement has defended workers’ interests in Brussels for as long as …
18.6.2025

The Trade Union Movement Is Needed Now More Than Ever

Between 2007 and 2010, when I was leading FinUnions, Social Europe and its defense were …
27.5.2025

Finland has gained three decades of security, stability, and prosperity

Finland is celebrating 30 years of EU membership this year. For many Finns, the shared …
8.4.2025

The ITUC and FinUnions: A shared global trade union vision

Many congratulations to FinUnions on 30 years of working hard for the interests of working …
28.3.2025

From fellow candidates for EU membership to trade union neighbors in Brussels

The cooperation between the Norwegian and the Finnish trade unions goes years back. Side by …
17.2.2025

The Early Days of the Finnish Trade Unions’ European Advocacy

European advocacy by the trade unions began to take shape in the early 1970s. Under …
21.12.2023

Does the Finnish government oppose improving the position of platform workers?

We are receiving worrying news from Brussels. Finland may not be supporting the provisional agreement reached by …
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News

18.7.2025

Office closed for the summer holidays

FinUnions’ office will will be closed for the summer holidays between 21 July to 15 …
20.12.2024

The office is closed for the holidays

Our office will be closed from December 23, 2024, to January 6, 2025. We will …
24.7.2024

Office closed for the summer holidays

FinUnions’ office will be closed for the summer holidays between 2 and 23 of August. …
5.7.2024

Working Conditions in Remote Work and the Right to Disconnect Must Be Secured in the EU

FinUnions, representing members of SAK and STTK, alongside European labor unions, defend the right to …
20.5.2024

Strengthening of the EWC Directive is necessary  

FinUnions supports the Commission’s goal to revise the European Works Council Directive. The Commission published …
16.4.2024

Legislative program needed to implement the EU's occupational safety and health strategy

Effective occupational safety measures and prioritization of workers’ health and safety are resource factors that …
21.12.2023

Season's Greetings!

As Christmas and the New Year is approaching, FinUnions wants to wish everyone Happy Holidays! …
1.12.2023

We are moving to a new office!

FinUnions will soon move to new premises in the Rogier district of Brussels. FinUnions’ new …
29.11.2023

“Europe’s workers deserve a fair deal; that’s why we need to fight austerity”

When people talk about austerity, they mean very different things. One textbook definition would be …
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Priorities

20.9.2025

Public Procurement rules

FinUnions’ opinion: Public Procurement Regulation must be revised to ensure access to the market for …
11.3.2025

Artificial Intelligence

AI as an efficient and responsible colleague Artificial intelligence is changing the world of work …
28.2.2025

Industrial Policy

FinUnions emphasizes the following issues in its position on Industrial Policy: – The EU needs …
5.7.2024

Working Conditions in Remote Work and the Right to Disconnect Must Be Secured in the EU

FinUnions, representing members of SAK and STTK, alongside European labor unions, defend the right to …
20.5.2024

Strengthening of the EWC Directive is necessary  

FinUnions supports the Commission’s goal to revise the European Works Council Directive. The Commission published …
16.4.2024

Legislative program needed to implement the EU's occupational safety and health strategy

Effective occupational safety measures and prioritization of workers’ health and safety are resource factors that …
10.3.2021

Pay Transparency

Increasing pay transparency with EU legislation is an effective way to promote equal pay On …
10.3.2021

Platform Economy

Employment relationships in the platform economy must be identified and recognized FinUnions supports the Commission’s …
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Congratulations to 30 years of EU membership for Finland, Sweden and Austria. Today we are celebrating together with trade union colleagues in Brussels. 🌟🇫🇮 🇸🇪 🇦🇹 🇪🇺 ... See MoreSee Less

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Suomi, Ruotsi ja Itävalta - 30 vuotta EU:ssa 🎉Ammattiyhdistysliike kokoontui tänään Brysselissä juhlistamaan Suomen, Ruotsin ja Itävallan 30-vuotista EU-jäsenyyttä. Illan isäntinä toimivat Itävallan kansallisen ay-toimiston (ÖGB) johtaja David Hafner ja Ruotsin Brysselkontoretin Carl-Albert Hjelmborn. Suomea edusti STTK:n puheenjohtaja ja FinUnionsin varapuheenjohtaja Antti Palola, joka toi terveiset STTK:lta ja SAK:lta.Kolmen vuosikymmenen aikana Suomi, Ruotsi ja Itävalta ovat rakentaneet yhdessä unionia, jonka perustana ovat ihmisarvo, vapaus, demokratia, yhdenvertaisuus ja oikeusvaltion periaatteet. Ay-liikkeelle nämä arvot yhdistyvät solidaarisuuteen, oikeudenmukaisuuteen ja sosiaalisiin oikeuksiin – myös jatkossa, satoi tai paistoi.Illan aikana pohdittiin menneitä vuosikymmeniä, mutta katse oli vahvasti tulevaisuudessa ja millaisen Euroopan ay-liike haluaa seuraaville 30 vuodelle.STTK:n puheenjohtaja Antti Palola muistutti puheessaan ay-liikkeen pitkäaikaisesta tuesta EU-jäsenyydelle:“Ay-liike tuki EU-jäsenyyttä alusta alkaen. Tänään EU-kannatus Suomessa on ennätyskorkea". Epävarmassa maailmassa sitoutuminen EU:hun ja Natoon luo turvallisen, sääntöperustaisen ympäristön, jossa ammattiliitot voivat puolustaa työpaikkoja ja sosiaalisia oikeuksia.#30vuottaEUssa STTK SAK - Suomen Ammattiliittojen Keskusjärjestö ÖGB LO Sverige #SACO TCO Fackliga Brysselkontoret - Brussels Office of the Swedish Trade Unions ... See MoreSee Less

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In his greeting to FinUnions, the General Secretary of the ITUC, Luc Triangle talks about the importance of international solidarity: "We have shown together that international solidarity is not just a principle, but a practice, as we stand with you when you fight to strengthen workers' rights in Finland. In today's world of rising inequality, your role is more vital than ever".
Luc Triangle’s Greeting to FinUnions
ETUC General Secretary Esther Lynch emphasize in her greeting, that FinUnions have been a vital voice ever since Finland joined the EU, ensuring workers concerns are heard loud and clear at the European level. "It's a real honour to celebrate 30 years of FinUnions, 3 decades of tireless advocacy, solidarity and commitment to defending the rights of Finnish workers in Brussels and across Europe. Thank you for your outstanding contribution to our European trade union family".
Esther Lynch's Greeting to FinUnions
Trade Unions and workers across Europe are calling for shorter working hours and more flexible work arrangements to improve work-life balance, health, and productivity. At a recent seminar held on 12 June in the European Parliament researchers presented findings from the EU-funded INNOVAWORKING project, which explored innovative working time practices in six countries (Ireland, Spain, Finland, Hungary, France and the Netherlands). The Finnish case study, presented by Professor Minna van Gerven of University of Helsinki, focused on the HOREACA and Health and Social Service Sectors. Listen to what van Gerven said about the findings from Finland.
Flexible work arrangements through regulation and collective bargaining
The ETUC gathered earlier today trade union activists and civil society representatives for a protest against the European Commission’s omnibus package. Isabelle Schömann, Deputy General Secretary at the ETUC, pointed out that the omnibus legislation is nothing less than deregulation. What is at stake here is the protection of workers, human rights throughout the supply chain, and the protection of the environment. “If you want to be competitive in the European union, you have to have good working conditions for workers, in and outside the supply chain”, Schömann said.
Isabelle Schömann, ETUC: "We say no to the omnibus legislation!"
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