The Federation of Professional and Managerial Staff YTN has issued a strike warnings concerning universities of applied sciences to the National Conciliator and Sivistysala (Sivista). In addition, YTN has announced a so-called ban on flexibility covering all universities of applied sciences as of 8 April 2026.
Unless a new collective agreement is reached in conciliation before then, announced strikes will be organised.
We have compiled some of the most frequently asked questions to help you find answers to your questions about the strike.
As of 2 April, the on-call service number +358 (0)9 427 277 66 serves members of YTN’s member unions. You can also contact us by email at lakko@ytn.fi. Our on-call service is open Mon-Fre from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Exceptionally, on 30 April (May Day Eve), the on-call service is open from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The service is not available on public holidays or weekends.
You can find advance information on applying for strike allowance on our website.
More information about the state of negotiations can be found on our website and our social media channels on X and Facebook.