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Akava urges longer grace period for exploited foreign workers in proposed Aliens Act changes
Akava’s 8 April submission supports Finland’s Single-Permit transposition but says the planned three-month residence-permit grace period for victims of labour abuse is too short. The confederation wants six months minimum and better funding for inspections, signalling tougher expectations for companies that relocate staff to Finland.
Finnair orders 18 Embraer E195-E2 jets to boost European network from 2027
On 8 April Finnair confirmed an 18-aircraft Embraer E195-E2 order, with deliveries from autumn 2027. The fuel-efficient jets will replace ageing A319s and expand capacity on high-frequency European routes, offering business travellers quieter cabins, USB charging and larger bins. The move supports Finnair’s post-Russian-airspace network rebuild and may reshape Nordic corporate fare deals.
Finnair explains longer Asia flight times as airspace closures persist into spring 2026
Finnair’s 8 April Q&A confirms that Asia services will remain longer as Russian airspace stays closed and new Middle-East no-fly zones emerge. The carrier alternates between polar and Central-Asian routings, adding up to four hours to some flights. Safety drives the detours, but travellers should budget more time and higher fares.