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End to the adjustment of royalties

Copyright royalties are no longer taken into account in the calculation of adjusted allowances. The new rules are effective as of 1 January 2023.

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“Courage means doing something even when the outcome is uncertain.” – More than 8,000 YTK members told us about their courageous choices in working life

More than 8,000 YTK members told us openly about bold choices they have made in their careers. Many had taken the plunge and changed jobs or studied to enter a new profession. But day-to-day work can also require courage – not all of us could take the wheel of a log truck, for example. According to researcher Anniina Virtanen, circumstances always affect people’s opportunities to make bold choices.

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Transition security to speed up re-employment

From the beginning of 2023, a new transition security package will be introduced for persons aged 55 and over. Those covered by transition security are entitled to a transition security allowance as well as training and extended employment leave.

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Newsletter December 8, 2022

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Legislative amendments to the adjustment of daily allowance

The Government has been drafting a number of reforms affecting the adjustment of earnings-related daily allowances. The reforms have been approved by Parliament and are effective as of 1 January 2023. The new laws will have the greatest effect on the unemployment benefits of part-time employees and laid-off personnel. There will also be some minor improvements to the unemployment security of people in the creative industries.

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“I told myself life would always go on, and you need to be brave if you want change”

In our recent Jäsenpulssi survey, we asked our members to name the bravest choice they have made in working life. We were delighted to receive almost 8,000 responses! Here are some of your brave choices. Thank you to everyone who participated!