irtisanomisia
Irtisanomisia, in Finnish labor law, refers to the unilateral termination of an employment contract by the employer. It is used to end a contract before its normal expiry and is distinct from an employee’s resignation or from temporary layoffs (lomautus). The term is commonly discussed in relation to both permanent and fixed‑term contracts, though fixed‑term contracts usually end by their term unless renewed.
Grounds for an irtisaniminen must be justified. The employer may base termination on business, production, or
A notice period is required. Its length depends on factors such as the employee’s length of service
Co-operation requirements apply in many cases of significant layoffs. When a dismissal affects a group of employees—often
Rights and remedies: The employee may contest the termination if they believe the grounds are insufficient