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Helsinki's 2027 Budget Targets Lower HSL Fare Increases and More Funding for Schools and Healthcare

Summary by Helsinki Times
Helsinki plans to increase spending on education, healthcare and public transport in 2027 while keeping municipal taxes unchanged, under a budget proposal presented by Mayor Daniel Sazonov on Monday, 19 October. The proposal includes €470 million for public transport, additional teachers' resources, new healthcare staff and investments worth more than €1.2 billion. The city expects to record a €25 million budget surplus.

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On Monday, Helsinki Mayor Daniel Sazonov presented his budget proposal for next year.

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Mayor Daniel Sazonov announced his budget proposal for next year. In it, Helsinki's public transport spending will increase exceptionally sharply.

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The presentation by Helsinki Mayor Daniel Sazonov (Congress) proposes smaller group sizes in primary education, more mother tongue teaching, and investments in school libraries. A position is also taken on the increase in HSL ticket prices.

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Helsingin Sanomat broke the news in Helsinki, Finland on Monday, October 19, 2026.
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