Government preparing 60 million euro fuel subsidy
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The Finnish government is planning a new support package aimed at easing the financial situation of citizens and businesses. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo has stated that the state is preparing a fuel subsidy worth approximately 60 million euros.
The primary goal of the subsidy is to reduce travel costs for working people. High fuel prices significantly affect the daily lives of many Finns, especially in regions where the use of public transport is not possible.
In addition, the subsidy is aimed at professional transport. The transport sector is suffering from high fuel price levels, which increases the prices of goods and services across the country. The government believes that the subsidy can support the sector's operating conditions and curb inflation.
More detailed information on the distribution of the subsidy and its schedule is expected in the near future. The government continues to negotiate on how to allocate the support as fairly as possible among different user groups.
Sources: Yle
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