Opening hours of legal aid and guardianship offices to change in February
24.1.2024 14.10
The opening hours of some legal aid offices and guardianship offices will change from the beginning of February.
All companies, cooperatives and associations to be given the possibility to organise virtual meetings
21.4.2022 13.39
The Government proposes a legislative amendment that would provide all limited liability companies, limited liability housing companies, cooperatives and associations with the possibility to hold their meetings completely remotely. The aim is to improve the opportunities of shareholders and members to participate in the meetings.
Language Report discusses the realisation of linguistic rights
9.12.2021 13.43
In its Plenary Session today, on 9 December, the Government decided to submit the Government Report on the Application of Linguistic Rights to Parliament. The Language Report, compiled during each electoral term, contains up-to-date information on the situation in Finland in terms of languages, structures supporting linguistic rights and the impact of administrative changes on language groups.
Latest
Opening hours of legal aid and guardianship offices to change in February
Press release
24.1.2024 14.10
Budget session of Prime Minister Orpo's Government: Returning Finland to a sustainable growth track
Press release
19.9.2023 21.19
Permanent possibility for companies, cooperatives and associations to hold virtual meetings
Press release
8.7.2022 10.45
All companies, cooperatives and associations to be given the possibility to organise virtual meetings
Press release
21.4.2022 13.39
-
Rule of law
Finnish democracy is built on the rule of law. The Ministry of Justice is responsible for ensuring that the rule of law is observed in Finland.
-
Constitution
In Finland, the Constitution lays the foundation for all legislation and exercise of public authority. We are responsible for the high-quality drafting of fundamental legislation, such as acts concerning fundamental rights and legal protection.
-
Crime and punishment
The Ministry of Justice is responsible for drafting the Criminal Code and the legislation concerning the enforcement of punishments. Punishments are at the core of the criminal sanctions system.