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18.09.2026

Finnish courts

Clients’ experiences of dealing with their matters at the courts are positive

16.09.2026

National Legal Services Authority

A new report proposes a Digital Financial Literacy Strategy for Finland to help Finns use digital financial products and services safely

21.08.2026

National Enforcement Authority Finland

Changes to Enforcement Telephone Service Hours

24.07.2026

Finnish courts

Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel to Visit Vaasa

17.06.2026

Finnish courts

The OmaTuomioistuin e-service can now be used to handle almost all petitionary matters and disputes

08.06.2026

National Enforcement Authority Finland

The National Enforcement Authority Finland reminds you that tax refunds are used to settle enforcement debts

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