The Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) says that a majority of respondents to a recent survey are opposed to the government's proposal to rescind work permits for foreign workers if holders do not find a new employer within three months of losing their job.
If they remained unemployed, they would have to leave the country or be subject to deportation.
The government has been criticised by employers, unions and migrants' organisations for the proposal, and now proposes that some categories of workers could be eligible for a six month period to seek work after losing their jobs rather than three months.
According to 59 percent of respondents, the rule would have a negative impact on Finland's reputation as a destination for work-based immigration. Just 22 percent of respondents said the change would have no impact on the country's reputation.
In addition, firms said that recruitment processes themselves could take longer than three months.
The survey was conducted between 20 and 30 August 2024. It was answered by 736 EK enterprises from all sectors represented by the confederation.
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