Is Easter Day a paid holiday?

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Easter is a Christian holiday celebrated in honor of Jesus’ resurrection. In Finland, Easter is a public holiday, but the question of whether it is a paid holiday depends on several factors, such as the employment contract, the collective agreement and the employer’s practices.

Easter day and collective agreements

Many collective labor agreements (TES) specify that Easter Day is a paid holiday. This means that employees will receive their normal wages even if they do not work on that day. However, collective agreements can vary between different fields and professional groups, so it is important to check the TES of your field.

Employment contract and employer practices

If there is no collective agreement, the employment contract and the employer’s practices determine whether Easter is a paid holiday. In some cases, the employer can offer paid time off on Easter, even if it is not specifically mentioned in the employment contract. This can be part of the company’s personnel policy or employee benefits.

Public holidays in Finland

There are several public holidays in Finland, which are mostly paid. These include, for example:

  • New Year’s Day
  • Epiphany
  • Easter Day
  • May Day
  • Midsummer Day
  • Independence Day
  • Christmas Day

Public holidays are usually paid, but as mentioned earlier, this can vary depending on the employment contract and collective agreement.

Summary

In summary, it can be stated that Easter is a public holiday in Finland, and in many cases it is also a paid holiday. However, this depends on the employment contract, the collective agreement and the employer’s practices. It is recommended to check your own employment contract and collective agreement to know for sure how Easter Day will affect your salary and working hours.

More information about public holidays and collective agreements can be found, for example, on Tösuojelu administration’s website.

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