The Finns Party will prohibit its lawmakers from hiring relatives as parliamentary assistants. This new rule takes effect after the next parliamentary elections.
Party Secretary Harri VuorenpƤƤ announced the policy in a statement. He said the party plans to add this requirement to candidate agreements.
This matter has been under consideration for some time. Preparations are now advancing as elections approach, VuorenpƤƤ confirmed.
Clear rules benefit all parties involved. Candidate agreements will also include other important party policies and values.
The hiring of family members sparked public discussion this week. Social and Health Minister Kaisa Juuso recently appointed her son as parliamentary assistant.
Finnish parliament members typically choose their assistants independently. This practice has drawn scrutiny across the political spectrum.
The move addresses growing concerns about transparency in political appointments. While common in many countries, hiring relatives often raises questions about accountability.
Political parties face increasing pressure to demonstrate ethical standards. This ban represents a concrete step toward addressing potential conflicts of interest.