PROCEDURES FOR THE RESOLUTION OF ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS IN FINLAND

In Finland, administrative matters are resolved primarily in accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act of 2003 regulating administrative procedures. These rules concern pendency of administrative matters and their consideration; deciding a matter; a procedure for requesting an administrative review; correcting an error in a decision; and an administrative complaint. The renewed administrative legislation aims at ensuring compliance with the principles of good administration and legal protection in administrative matters.