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Digibarometer 2022: Finland ranks second in international comparison of the use of digitalisation

Press release 23.06.2022 15.20 fi sv en

For a third year in a row, Finland ranked second in international comparison of the use of digitalisation, the Digibarometer. Like last year, Denmark came first. This time Norway rose to the third place.
Ministerial working group approved main elements of proposals concerning digital identity and the redesign of the personal identity code

Press release 23.06.2022 10.00 fi sv en

In its meeting, the Ministerial Working Group on Developing the Digital Transformation, the Data Economy and Public Administration approved the main elements of the legislative proposals concerning a digital identification application and the redesign of the personal identity code. The working group also approved continuing the preparation of Finland’s digital compass based on feedback.
Proposal for amending the Aviation Act for public consultation

Press release 23.06.2022 08.40 fi sv en

The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on a draft proposal for amending the Aviation Act and the Act on Transport Services.
Comments invited on the proposal for the Vessel Traffic Service Act

Press release 22.06.2022 08.30 fi sv en

The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for the Vessel Traffic Service Act and for certain other acts.
Consultation process: Legislative amendments to improve the exchange of information between authorities in information security breaches

Press release 21.06.2022 10.40 fi sv en

The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests opinions on the draft government proposal amending the Act on Electronic Communications Services, the Act on the Processing of Personal Data in the Defence Forces and the Act on the Processing of Personal Data by the Police.
Draft proposal on low-emission vehicle procurement of wellbeing services counties circulated for comments

Press release 21.06.2022 08.40 fi sv en

The Ministry of Transport and Communications is requesting comments on a draft Government proposal on amending the Act on Environmental and Energy Efficiency Requirements for Vehicle and Transport Service Procurements.
IMO finalises the short-term emissions reduction measure, Finland's concerns heard

Press release 20.06.2022 08.00 fi sv en

The Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) met on 6–10 June 2022. At the remote meeting, guidelines were adopted to specify the short-term emissions reduction measure negotiated already in June 2021. The measure aims at improving the energy efficiency of existing ships and at limiting their carbon intensity.
Comments invited on amendments to the Decree on Driving Licences

Press release 10.06.2022 13.13 fi sv en

On 8 June 2022, the Ministry of Transport and Communications sent out an invitation to comment a draft proposal for amendments to the Decree on Driving Licences. The deadline for submitting opinions is 3 August 2022.
Saimaa Canal Advisory Board to continue for a third term

Press release 10.06.2022 12.35 fi sv en

In April 2022, the Ministry of Transport and Communications appointed the Saimaa Canal Advisory Board for a third term. The Advisory Board held its first meeting on 7 June to discuss topical issues related to the Saimaa Canal and the waterway transport in the Saimaa region.
Finland's goals well taken into account in the agreement reached by the Transport Council on the EU climate package

Press release 03.06.2022 16.42 fi sv en

On 2 June 2022, the Transport Council of the European Union adopted a general approach on three legislative proposals included in the EU Fit for 55 package.

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