SAK and STTK organise mass demonstration against government cuts
15.01.2024
Finland's leading employee confederations SAK and STTK are arranging a major STOP now! demonstration to protest against government cuts in working conditions and social welfare. The demonstration will take place in Helsinki Senate Square from 12.00 to 14.00 on Thursday 1 February.
The trade unions and employee confederations have participated in tripartite working groups and discussion events set up by the government, attending parliamentary hearings to stress the severe human impact of decisions and the minimal effect of some measures in terms of boosting employment and saving costs.
SAK and STTK are accordingly calling on all individuals and civil society organisations who are concerned about this government policy to join the demonstration. The common message from the unions and their allies to a government seeking cuts in working conditions and public wellbeing is to suspend these preparations at once.