Statistics show high level of temporary work and pay gap with permanent workers

Finland

The latest data from Statistics Finland show that there continues to be widespread use of fixed-term contracts in the public sector with 23% of workers on temporary contracts. The statistics also show that two-thirds of fixed-term workers would prefer to have a permanent contract. Temporary workers in both public and private sectors are paid less than permanent staff although the pay gap in the public sector is lower at 9% in central government and 8% in local government.
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