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7/7/2014 917

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PART I
GENERAL PROVISIONS

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Chapter 1
Objectives and definitions of the law
§1
Objectives of the law

Table of contents
7/7/2014 917
PART I - GENERAL PROVISIONS
Chapter 1 - Objectives and Definitions of the Act
Section 1 - Objectives of the Act
Section 2 - Application of certain provisions

The purpose of the Act is to promote the provision and use of electronic communications services and to ensure that:

Section 3 - Definitions

communication networks and communication services are available on reasonable terms to everyone throughout the country.PART
Law II - TO BE NOTIFIED
ACTIVITIES AND LICENSES
it also aims to ensure the efficient and interference - free use of radio frequencies and to promote competition; and
ensure that communications networks and services are technologically advanced, of good quality,

Chapter 2 - Notifiable activities

reliable and safe and affordable. The law also aims to secure electronic

Section 4 - Concerning the pursuit of activities
notification obligations

the protection of the confidentiality and privacy of communications.

Section 4 a - Audiovisual content service
obligation of tenderers to provide information
Section 5 - List of notifications

§ 2 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Application of certain provisions

Chapter 3 - Network License

The provisions of sections 136 to 145 and 247 shall apply to those referred to in the said provisions
operators if:

Section 6 - Activities requiring a network license
Section 7 - Announcement of network license
to apply for
Section 7 a - Peer review procedure

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1) the operator's place of business is in Finland or otherwise within the scope of Finnish jurisdiction;
(2) the operator is not established in the territory of the Member States of the European Union, but
the operator's key equipment used to transmit the communications included in the service
are in Finland or are maintained in Finland; or
The operator is not established in the territory of the Member States of the European Union, but
the user of the service is in Finland and on the basis of the content of the service provided or its marketing is
it is obvious that the service is directed to Finland.
The online marketplace, the search engine service and the online marketplace referred to in section 247a
the cloud service provider shall be deemed to be subject to the jurisdiction of the Member State in which it is established
the actual place of business is located. An operator within the meaning of that Article who is not
established in the European Union shall appoint a representative for the territory of the European Union. Representative
must be established in one of the Member States where the services are provided. The operator is considered
under the jurisdiction of the Member State in which the representative is established.
This section is without prejudice to the application of the provisions of private international law in Finnish law.

§3
Definitions
For the purposes of this Act:
1) audiovisual program means a film, television program, video clip, broadcast of an event
to the public and the like mainly from moving images and the sound attached to them
whole entity; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
2) audiovisual content service means a service or a separable part thereof, the principal of which
the purpose is to provide the public with television broadcasts or on - demand services in the course of trade; and
for which the audiovisual content service provider is editorially responsible; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
(2a) " harmful interference" means interference which endangers radio navigation or safety radiocommunications;
which otherwise seriously impairs radio communications or radio determination that:
acts in accordance with the applicable provisions, or prevents or repeatedly suspends such activities;
(17.6.2016 / 456)
2 (b) " very high capacity network" means a communications network that consists entirely of
fiber optic elements or capable of providing equivalent network performance under normal conditions
during peak hours; The Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications shall issue
guidelines on the requirements that a network must meet in order to be considered very large
capacity network; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
3) Internet connection service means a communication service that can be used to establish a connection to the Internet
to use the services available there;
4) mass communication network means a communication network used mainly for television and radio communications;
the transfer of software or other material similarly distributed to all recipients; or
sending;
5) a cable duct means a protective structure used in the construction of a public communications network, which is
intended for the location of data communication cables;
6) fixed installation means a combination of communication network equipment that is permanently installed
for use at a predetermined location;
7) user means a natural person who, as a subscriber to a service or otherwise, uses a communication service, or
value-added service;
7 a) user-generated video consisting mainly of moving images and associated sound
created by the user and uploaded by the user or someone else
video sharing platform; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
8) ancillary service means a conditional access system, an electronic program guide,
number conversion system, identification, location and status information service and the like
a service related to a communications network or communication service that enables a communications network, or
the provision of or support for the provision of a communication service;
9) ancillary function means ancillary services as well as building, building entrance and cabling;
cable duct, mast and other similar equipment related to the communication network or communication service
a physical structure, function, and element that enables a communications network or communications service
providing or supporting the provision of a service through them;
10) value-added service means a service based on the processing of transmission data or location data otherwise
for purposes other than the transmission of the message;
(10a) " end-user" means a person who uses or requests a communication service or a value-added service
a natural or legal person who does not provide access to public electronic communications networks
nor publicly available electronic communications services; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
11 ) terrestrial mass communication network means a mass communication network which is
via propagating radio waves;
(11a) " micro -enterprise" means the definition of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises
micro and small enterprises within the meaning of the Commission Recommendation (2003/361 / EC)
a small enterprise within the meaning of that Commission Recommendation; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
11 (b) " number-independent interpersonal communication service "
a communications service that is not integrated into a national or international numbering plan
existing number or numbers; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
12) " software" means pre-selected audiovisual or radio programs
whole;
12 a) Small Area Wireless Access Point for Broadband Mobile Connections or Wireless
a wireless LAN device that enables LAN connections, or a short circuit in a mobile network
carrying a working device; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
13) amateur radio communication means radio communication by persons who have demonstrated sufficient competence
using an amateur radio station without pursuing an economic advantage
for training, communication or radio experimental purposes;
14) radio equipment means equipment and its essential part, which is intended for radio frequency
electromagnetic waves to transmit ( a radio transmitter ) or receive ( radio receiver )
for radio communication or other purposes;
(A) the precise definition of the regulated use of radio frequencies at the radio interface ; (17.6.2016 / 456)
15) radio frequency means the frequency of a freely propagating electromagnetic wave that is less than
3,000 GHz;
16) radio broadcasting means the simultaneous transmission to the public of software consisting of radio programs
according to a specific program schedule;
17) radio communication means communication by means of radio waves and radio determination of the location and speed of an object
or the determination of another characteristic by radio determination or for these parameters
acquisition of related information by means of radio wave propagation characteristics; (17.6.2016 / 456)
18) location information means information received from a communications network or terminal indicating the
the geographical location of the terminal and used for purposes other than the transmission of the message;
19) " State of establishment" means the State in which the information society service provider actually operates
economic activity at a permanent establishment;
20) sponsorship of an audiovisual content service, an audiovisual program, a radio program and
financing of radio broadcasting and other financial support intended for the donor
promoting the sale of goods or raising the profile of the donor, which is not carried out by the donor
the production of programs or radio programs and not the provision of content services or radio broadcasting;
21) protected name and protected trade mark, trade mark, association, foundation or
the name and mark entered in the party register and in the Business Names Act (128/1979) or the Trademarks Act
(544/2019), the established name, the secondary symbol and the trade mark, and
public entity, state enterprise, independent public institution, public law
the name of the association and the mission of the foreign state and its institution; (4.6.2021 / 485)

Paragraph 21, as amended by L 485/2021 , will enter into force on 1 July 2021. The previous wording reads:
21) protected name and protected trade mark, trade mark, association, foundation or
the name and mark entered in the party register or in the Business Names Act (128/1979), or
a well-established name, secondary symbol or trademark within the meaning of the Trademarks Act (7/1964)
as well as a public entity, a state-owned enterprise, an independent public-law institution, a public-law entity
the name of the association and the mission of the foreign state and its institution;
22) electronic message means information that is transmitted or distributed electronically;
23) telecommunications equipment means a radio equipment, a telecommunications terminal equipment and a communications network equipment;
24) teleshopping means a television broadcast containing offers for purchase or sale;
25) telecommunication terminal means a device which, for the purpose of sending, processing or receiving messages
is intended to be connected by wire, radio, optical or other electromagnetic means
either directly to join a public communications network or to operate a public communications network
directly or indirectly connected to a public communications network;
26) " television broadcasting" means the original of audiovisual programs; and
simultaneous transmission to the public in accordance with a specific program schedule;
27) telecommunications operator means a person who provides a network service or communication service to an unrestricted person
to the user community, ie to engage in general telecommunications;
(A) the provision of information on a permanent basis by the provision of information in person in writing; or
electronically so that they can be stored and reproduced unaltered by the recipient;
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
28) " information security" means administrative and technical measures to ensure that information is limited to them
that the information cannot be altered by anyone other than those authorized to do so, and
that the information and information systems are accessible to those entitled to use them;
29) information society service as an electronic remote service from the personal data of the recipient
a service normally provided for remuneration, on request;
30) subscriber means a legal person and a natural person who has done for purposes other than telecommunications
a contract for the provision of a communication service or a value-added service;
31) subscriber connection means a part of the fixed communications network which is the subscriber's subscription and communications
between the device enabling control;
32 ) on-demand program service means a service where audiovisual programs are kept available to users
on the basis of a list of programs;
(A) an undertaking operating in the wholesale market means an undertaking which is not itself or under the same accounting law
(1336/1997) belongs to a group referred to in section 6 and not to any company to which at the same time
the ultimate owner has control in accordance with section 5 of the Accounting Act to engage in or plan
operate in any retail market. The company must also not be bound to operate
an exclusive agreement or other agreement effectively implying an exclusive right of another
with a company operating in the retail market; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
33) safety radio communication means radio communication carried out with human life or property
to secure and rescue;
34) network service means a service in which a telecommunications operator ( network operator ) provides its own or otherwise
communication network in use for the transmission or distribution of messages;
35) domain name means letters, numbers or other signs or combinations thereof
under the fi country code and ax province code used on the Internet
address information in the form of a name;
36) " communications intermediary" means a telecommunications operator, a corporate subscriber and any other party which transmits electronic communications;
communications other than for personal or comparable normal private purposes;
36 (a) " video-sharing platform service" means a service provided in the course of trade or a service separable
the main purpose of which is to provide the public with such programs or users
videos produced for which the video - sharing platform provider is not editorially responsible, and
whose content presentation, subject matter, organization and other organization video sharing platform
the provider determines by automatic means, algorithms or other means; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
(B) " video - sharing platform provider" means any natural or legal person who provides:
video sharing platform service; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
37) communication service means a service consisting wholly or mainly of the transmission of messages
transmission and transmission services in the mass communications network and between persons
communications service; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
(38) " communication network device" means a device intended to be used for the transmission of messages; or
control of the communications network;
(39) " communication system" means a system consisting of wires and equipment connected to each other, which is:
intended for the transmission or distribution of messages by wire, by radio, optically or otherwise
electromagnetically;
39 a) network of authorities for state management and security, national defense, general
order and security, border security, rescue operations, maritime rescue operations,
emergency center operations, immigration, social and health emergency services,
built for railway safety or civil protection tasks
communications network; (18.1.2019 / 52)
39 (b) "online service" means a service provided by a telecommunications operator (network operator);
provides for the use of a communications network which it owns or otherwise possesses
the provision of a communication service related to official communications to the users referred to in section 250;
(18.1.2019 / 52)
39 (c) the provider of a communication service related to official communications is a public administration
designated by the authorities in section 8 ( 2) of the Safety Networks Act (10/2015)
a provider of a time-critical mobile broadband ICT service;
(18.1.2019 / 52)
40) brokering information means information that can be combined with a legal or natural person, which is processed
information about the radio station ID and the user of the radio transmitter, as well as information
the time, duration and place of transmission of the radio transmission; (17.6.2016 / 456)

Paragraph 40 is valid for L 456/2016 in its temporarily amended form from 20 June 2016–
6/21/2024 The previous wording reads:
40) brokering information means information that can be combined with a legal or natural person, which is processed
and the identity of the radio station, the type or user of the radio transmitter, and
information on the start time, duration or place of transmission of the radio transmission;
(41) " corporate subscriber" means an undertaking and an entity which subscribes to a communications service or a value - added service which:
processes user messages, relay data or location data in its communication network;
42) public telephone service means a communication service that can be used to make and receive calls
domestic and international calls in a national or international numbering plan
by number;
43) public communications network means a communications network used in advance for the provision of communications services
to an unlimited user base.
(43a) a mobile network operating on harmonized radio frequencies
a mobile network operating in a frequency band subject to availability and efficient use
the harmonized conditions have been laid down in a technical implementing measure of the European Community
Decision of the European Parliament and of the Council on a regulatory framework for radio spectrum policy
No 676/2002 / EC (Radio Spectrum Decision), hereinafter referred to as the Radio Spectrum Decision, in accordance with Article 4.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

Trademark L 7/1964 has been repealed by Trademark L 544/2019 .

PART II
NOTIFIABLE ACTIVITIES AND LICENSES
Chapter 2
Notifiable activity
§ 4 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Reporting obligations for the conduct of business
Before commencing operations, the operator must submit an electronic notification to the Traffic and
For FICORA:
1) general telecommunications ( telecommunications notification );
2) television activities other than those subject to a license, if the service provider is established
To Finland ( software activity notification );
3) the provision of a subscription program service if the service provider is established in Finland
( subscription program service notice );
4) if the operator provides linear terrestrial digital mass communications network
a pay-TV service using a decryption system ( pay-TV service notification );

5) the provision of a video sharing platform service if the service provider is established in Finland
( Video Sharing Platform Service Notice ).
However, the notification referred to in subsection 1 need not be made for an activity which is
short-term or otherwise insignificant or if the activity concerns numbers
the provision of an interpersonal communication service.
The notification referred to in subsection 1 above shall provide everything necessary for supervision
identification and contact details of the company or entity and a description of the activities carried out. Transportand FICORA may issue more detailed regulations on the information to be provided and the format of the notification
and delivery.
Changes in operations and cessation of operations affecting the information provided in the notification
shall be notified to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency without delay.
If the telecommunications operator or pay-TV service provider is no longer able to provide for an unforeseen reason
the subscriber a contractual communication service or other service and does not comply with the service
termination in accordance with the terms of the contract, the company must immediately or no later than two
one week before the termination of the service, notify the subscriber and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency of the service
cessation. At the same time, the telecommunications operator must inform the subscriber of the means available to secure
preservation of their messages.
If the termination of the communication service referred to in subsection 5 is due to the disconnection of the network service,
shall be notified by the network operator in whose communications network the service provider operates
telecommunications operator and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency no later than four weeks
before disconnecting from the network service.

§ 4 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation of audiovisual content service providers to provide information
The audiovisual content service provider must keep at least the following information for the service
easily, immediately and continuously available to recipients:
(1) the name, geographical address in the State of establishment, e - mail address, or
the web address and any other contact information that you can use to reach the service provider
connection quickly, directly and efficiently;
2) information on the Member State within whose jurisdiction the service provider falls and information on the essentials
regulatory authorities;
3) information on the ownership structure of the service provider.

§ 5 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Notification list
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall maintain a public list of the notifications referred to in section 4.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must issue an acknowledgment of receipt of the notification within a week
within. The confirmation shall state the rights and obligations under this Act which:
concerning notified activities in Finland.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency forwards the telecommunication notifications received to the European electronic
the Body of European Regulators for Communications. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Chapter 3
Online license
Section 6 (18.1.2019 / 52)
Activities requiring a network license
Providing a network service requiring radio frequencies on digital terrestrial
in a mass communications network or in a mobile network where public telecommunications is provided
network license. The holder of a network license for a mobile network may also offer under its license
An online service or a national service related to official communications under the conditions laid down in Chapter 29a
roaming for official communications.
In the territory of more than one municipality, operating as a network of authorities, requiring radio frequencies
the provision of a mobile network for the transmission of communications also requires a license.
By way of derogation from the provisions of subsection 1 above, for the provision of an online service in digital
a license is not required for a terrestrial mass communications network if:
1) the operation lasts for a maximum of one month and the radiation power of the television transmitter used in the operation
is not more than 50 watts; or
2) the radiated power of the television transmitter used, taking into account its place of use, is so low,
that the activity is limited to a limited area.
By way of derogation from subsection 1, the provision of a small local network service

in a mobile network operating in a limited area where public service is provided
does not require a network license if the network service is provided pursuant to section 95 (1)
in the frequency band designated for such use in the Government Decree.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 7 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Announcement of online license application
When licensed telecommunications operations are freed up technically and the efficient use of frequencies
appropriate frequencies, the Council of State shall declare the license to be applied for 95
In accordance with the frequency plan established by a decree issued pursuant to section 3 (1).
However, a network license issued by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will not be declared for application.

Section 7 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Peer review procedure
The Ministry of Transport and Communications must notify the European Commission's radio spectrum policy
for the purpose of granting a network license to the processing group in the procedure referred to in section 8
to a mobile network operating on harmonized radio frequencies. Notification must be made before
declaring a network license to be applied for. At the same time, the Ministry of Transport and Communications must
whether it will ask the group to organize a peer review process.
If the peer review procedure is organized at the request of the Ministry of Transport and Communications or
exceptionally at the initiative of the Radio Spectrum Policy Group, Transport and
the Ministry of Communications shall justify how the network license referred to in subsection 1
would contribute to the general and spectrum policy objectives of the European Union. Transport and
the Ministry of Communications may request an opinion from the Radio Spectrum Policy Group
report.

§8
Granting a network license
The Government shall grant network licenses for the telecommunications referred to in section 6 (1) and
to the authority network activities referred to in subsection free of charge as provided in section 10.
If new telecommunications are assigned to public telecommunications in the mobile network, technically and
frequencies appropriate for the efficient use of frequencies, the Government may do
a decision to grant a network license in the auction procedure provided for in section 11.
The Government may co-operate with the Member States of the European Union and the European Commission
with the Radio Spectrum Policy Group in preparation for the granting of a network license.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 9 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Granting a network license for short-term activities
The network license is issued by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency if the license concerns digital
television activities lasting no more than three months and involving the radiated power of the transmitter used
is not more than two kilowatts.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue a network license referred to in subsection 1
activities if radio frequencies can be assigned to the activity and there is no reasonable reason to suspect the applicant
violate the provisions of this Act.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue a new network license to the same operator 1
activities referred to in paragraph 1 in a partially overlapping coverage area no earlier than two
one month after the expiry of the previous authorization.

§ 10
Granting of network license by comparative procedure
A network license must be granted if:
1) the applicant has sufficient financial resources to take care of the obligations of the network operator;
2) the licensing authority has no reasonable reason to suspect that the applicant is in breach of the provisions of this Act; and
3) the licensing authority has no particularly strong grounds to suspect that the licensing has been granted
obviously endanger national security.
A network license for the provision of an online service on a public authority network shall be granted if:
in addition to the conditions referred to in subsection 1, the applicant has the special nature of the activity
ability and professionalism.
If the license referred to in subsection 1 cannot be granted due to scarcity of radio frequencies
all applicants, it shall be granted to those applicants whose activities are best promoted in section 1
objectives set out in
The application for a license shall contain all the information requested by the licensing authority which is:
necessary when assessing the conditions for granting the license referred to in subsection 1.
The Government's decision on the license must be made within six weeks of the application period
termination. The Government may extend the six-week period by a maximum of eight
month if it is fair, reasonable, clear or
to ensure transparency, to supplement applications or for any other specific reason
necessary. The extension must be announced publicly.

Section 11 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Network licensing by auction
The Government shall grant the license referred to in section 8 (2) to an enterprise or entity,
who has submitted a winning bid in the auction for a frequency band or a pair of frequency bands, unless
there are no particularly compelling reasons to suspect that the granting of a license would obviously jeopardize national law
security.
The auction is organized by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The auction should be organized so that it is
impartial, clear, transparent, non-discriminatory and technology and service independent.
The number of frequency bands or frequency band pairs to be allocated, per company and community
the maximum number of frequencies to be allocated, the auction model to be used, the bids
binding and the starting price of the frequencies to be auctioned are regulated by the Government
Regulation.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will declare the auction closed after the tender
no new offers have been made for any of the frequency band pairs or frequency bands.

Section 12 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
More detailed provisions on the auction procedure
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on what to follow in the auction
procedure. The regulations may concern:
1) the manner and deadline for registering for the auction;
2) making offers;
3) increase of tenders;
4) the transfer of tenders between frequency band pairs and the frequency band so that they have already been made
the value of the bids does not decrease as a result of the transfers;
5) the determination of the right to bid in each bidding round;
6) the determination of the winning bid;
7) suspension or cancellation of the auction due to force majeure or technical reason;
8) other corresponding rules of the auction and the technical manner of its organization.

Section 13 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Participation in the auction
A company and community wishing to participate in the auction must give prior notice
participation in the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and pay the provisions of section 286
entry fee.
The group referred to in Chapter 1, Section 6 of the Accounting Act (1336/1997) may participate in the auction
only one company.
Companies participating in the auction are not allowed to cooperate in connection with the auction.
The following shall be considered as prohibited cooperation:
1) agreements on the content of tenders;
2) the exchange of information on the content of tenders during the auction procedure; mixed
(3) any other activity between the participants with a view to influencing the conduct of the auction; and
to the end result.

Section 14 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Publicity of the auction procedure
Subsection 1 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .
The winning bids will be announced at the end of the auction procedure. Other company or community
The offers made by them are confidential. However, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue
during the auction, information on the bids submitted in each round of the auction
of the total amount in euros. Participants in the auction will also be provided with information on frequencies
the number of tenders submitted and the highest tender in euros.
In other respects, the disclosure of information is regulated by the Act on the Disclosure of the Activities of Public Authorities
(621/1999) .
Notwithstanding the provisions on confidentiality, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall disclose this chapter
the supervision and guidance referred to in subsections 1 and 2 received in the performance of the prescribed tasks
necessary information to the Ministry of Transport and Communications at its request.

Section 15 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Rejection of bids in the auction
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall reject a bid made by a company or entity in an auction if
effective control of the undertaking or entity changes before the authorization is granted,
the company or entity no longer meets the conditions for participation in the auction provided for in section 13.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may decide to reject a tender submitted by a company or entity, if any
provided materially incorrect information as to the facts or circumstances relevant to the auction
otherwise violates the provisions of Chapter 3 or the auctions of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
provisions and, notwithstanding the request, does not immediately rectify its conduct.
The Government may decide to reject a tender submitted by an undertaking or entity if it has a special offer
there are serious grounds for suspecting that the granting of the license would manifestly jeopardize national security.

Section 16 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Network License Terms
The Government issues a network license for a fixed period, not exceeding 20 years.
The Government issues a network license to those operating on harmonized radio frequencies
for mobile networks for at least 15 years. An online license can be granted for a shorter period
for:
1) a limited geographical area where high-speed wireless broadband networks are not available
or their supply is limited;
2) a special short-term project;
3) deviating from the harmonized use of the frequency band established by the European Union
alternative use of frequencies;
4) in order to ensure the simultaneous expiry of network licenses by one or more
in several frequency ranges.
The network license may specify the geographical area of ​the telecommunications operator and the network
coverage area.
The license may be accompanied by:
1) requirements that promote the objectives provided for in section 1;
2) such requirements provided for in section 243 or the requirements of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency referred to in section 244.
conditions supplementing technical regulations concerning the technical characteristics of communication networks; or
efficient use of frequencies;
3) conditions regarding the amount of capacity to be reserved for the software licensee, or
cooperation between software license holders in the capacity allocation or electronic program guide
related issues;
4) conditions concerning transmission technology or encryption of transmissions;
5) conditions concerning the obligation of the licensee to remove from its activities the provisions of the regulations
interference with radio communications in accordance with this Regulation and the elimination of such interference
reimbursement of costs incurred;
6) conditions concerning the network connection speed of mobile networks in the coverage area.
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The terms of the network license shall not prevent the sharing of radio frequencies.
Network license for the provision of an online service on a terrestrial mass communications network
may be granted on condition that the licensee, for its part, ensures that the Broadcasting Corporation
Oy and in section 22 of the Provincial Act on Radio and Television (Ålands författningssamling
2011: 95) The holder of the software license referred to in section 3 (1) shall have access to it
the capacity needed to operate.
The Government shall, in accordance with the licensing conditions referred to in this section, ensure that:
The television and radio operators mentioned in subsection 6 receive in all situations
to use the capacity needed to carry out the activity.

§ 17
Changing the Network License
The network license may be amended during the term of the license with the consent of the licensee
and otherwise, if it is in the light of technical progress, an international treaty obligation,
under the operating conditions or market conditions of the licensed activity or
necessary for any other similar substantial change.
The terms and conditions of a network license issued by the Government may also be changed by the licensee
upon application. Before taking a decision, the Government shall inform the licensee that
how a review by the Government would affect the license, and be issued at the same time
a reasonable period of time for the licensee to apply for a variation
cancellation.

Section 17 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Network License Renewal
The Government shall decide no later than two years before the provisions of section 16, subsection 1 or 2
the expiry of the network license, whether harmonized radio frequencies can be used
extend the validity of the network license granted to the mobile network.
The Government shall extend the validity of the network license for at least five years if:
1) the Government of the State has no pending revocation of the network license provided for in section 19;
2) No supervision decision or coercive measure provided for in Chapter 42 is pending at the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
due to the negligence of the licensee referred to in section 330; and
3) the extension of the network license does not impair the provisions of section 1 or the protection of human life,
matters of public interest relating to public policy, public security or national defense
achievement of the objectives.

Section 17 b (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Network License Renewal
The Government shall decide within a reasonable time or at the request of the network licensee at the earliest 5
one year before the expiry of the network license provided for in section 16, subsection 1 or 2,
whether a mobile network operating on harmonized radio frequencies can be granted
the network license shall be renewed for a specified period of time, if the renewal is not prohibited when the network license is issued.

Section 18 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Network License Transfer
The network license may not be transferred to anything other than that referred to in Chapter 1, Section 6 of the Accounting Act
to a company belonging to a group. An intra-group transfer must be notified immediately
to the Council of State.
If the control referred to in Chapter 1, Section 5 of the Accounting Act or an equivalent effective control
changes in control over the licensee, the change of control shall be notified immediately
to the Council of State. The Government shall decide within two months of the notification that
whether it revokes the license.
The Government may refuse to revoke a license if it is obvious that:
1) the conditions for granting a license provided for in section 10 are met; and
2) operations continue in accordance with the terms of the license.
The licensee may request the Government to change the control of the preliminary ruling
impact on the license. The Government shall take a decision within two months of the
when the application is received.
If control changes in an acquisition that must be notified under the Competition Act (948/2011)
To the Office for Competition and Consumers or to Council Regulation (EC) on the control of concentrations
No 139/2004 (the "EC Merger Regulation"), hereinafter "the EC Merger Regulation" , provides that
the decision of the Council of State shall be submitted to the Commission, hereinafter the Commission , within two months
after the matter concerning the acquisition has been finally settled. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
At the request of the holder of the network license, the Government shall transfer the provisions of section 11
network license granted in the procedure if:
(1) the Government has no particularly strong grounds to suspect that the transfer would impede competition, or
manifestly jeopardize national security; and
2) it is obvious that the activities will continue in accordance with the terms of the license and the Government will not have
there are grounds for suspecting that the new holder of the network license will not be able to comply with them.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The transfer referred to in subsection 6 of the network license may be limited to a part of the license
frequencies included in the In the application for transfer, the licensee shall state that:
who, after the transfer, is responsible for the license fee provided for in section 287.
All rights and obligations of the licensee shall be transferred to the new licensee. Concession
upon transfer, the related frequency reservation provided for in section 44 or the radio license provided for in section 39 shall also be transferred
in whole or in part. The transferor of the license shall immediately notify the transfer to Traffic and
FICORA.
The Government shall publish information on the network licenses referred to in section 8 (2).
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 19
Revocation of network license
The Government may revoke the network license in part or in full if:
1) the licensee has repeatedly and seriously violated the provisions of this Act or in section 16
license conditions referred to in
2) the licensee to whom the license referred to in section 6 (1) has been granted no longer has
taking into account the quality and scale of the activity, to provide adequate financial resources
their responsibilities;
3) the network referred to in the license is not used for the activities for which those referred to in the license
radio frequencies are assigned; or
4) the licensee is not actually within two years of the start of the license period
commenced operations in accordance with the license, unless the Government, at the request of the licensee
technical progress or the general economic situation.
The condition for revocation is also that the holder of the network license does not, despite the request
within a reasonable period of time, at least one month to correct their procedure, to obtain financial
resources again or demonstrate that they have started operations.
The Government may revoke a network license if the licensee transfers the license to a party other than
to an undertaking belonging to the same group as provided in section 18, subsections 1 and 2.

Section 20 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Rental of frequency use rights
A licensee whose license has been granted within the meaning of section 8 (2)
may lease the license for the frequencies referred to in the license
to another company or entity. The license and the related radio license provided for in section 39 and 44
However, the licensee is still responsible for the obligations under the frequency reservation provided in section.
At the request of the licensee, the Government must approve the lease of the license
to another undertaking if:
1) there are no particularly compelling reasons to suspect that the lease appears to endanger the national
safety or impede competition; and
2) the lessor undertakes to be responsible for compliance with the terms of the network license.
The Government must decide on the approval of the application within two months
on arrival.
The approval is decided by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency if the frequencies are leased to a small number of local authorities
to provide a network service in a mobile network operating in a limited area.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must approve the leasing of the right of use in subsection 2
as provided for in The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must decide on the approval within a month
within one month of receipt of the application. If the approval of the application could have effects
national security or competition in the market, the matter is decided by the Council of State.

§ 21
Waiver of Network License
The licensee may waive the license by notifying the licensing authority in advance
the end of the concession period.
The provisions of section 287 shall not be charged to a licensee who has renounced the license completely
license fee for the remaining licensing period. Partially relinquished the license
the license fee shall be reduced accordingly for the remaining period of the license. Before licensing
however, the license fees paid for the waiver will not be refunded.

Chapter 4
Software license for digital television and radio operations
§ 22
Digital television and radio operations requiring a software license
Conducting television and radio activities on a digital terrestrial mass communications network
requires a software license, except for activities where:
1) audiovisual content services or radio broadcasts can only be received
in an educational establishment, hospital, hotel or other similar institution; or
2) the provision of audiovisual content does not take into account the number of programs or the frequency of broadcasts
taking regular and not the main purpose of the service.
Yleisradio Oy may engage in public service activities referred to in section 7 of the Act on Yleisradio Oy (1380/1993).
unlicensed digital television and radio services.

Section 23 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Software license application procedure
A software license for digital television and radio operations is applied for
From FICORA. The application must include:
1) the name, contact information and domicile of the applicant;
2) a statement of the planned duration of the activity;
3) a statement of the transmission technology used, the maximum capacity required for the distribution of the software
and capacity availability;
4) a statement of the applicant's solvency and ability to engage in regular television activities;
5) a statement on the fulfillment of the conditions for the grant of a license set out in section 26, if
a software license is applied for for public service television;
6) a public version of the application which the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, within the meaning of subsection 2
way to publish.
If capacity is available, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall immediately publish the
the time limit within which other applicants may apply
software license. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may provide information on available frequency capacity and
the possibility of applying for a license on their own initiative. Software license may be
issue an application or a notification from the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency not earlier than one month later
publication.

If there is free transmission capacity for public service television activities referred to in section 26,
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall publish a notice of available transmission capacity and
at the same time indicate the period within which the applicant must submit an application to the
and FICORA.

§ 24
Yleisradio Oy's right to the capacity of the television network
It is the duty of the licensing authority to ensure that Yleisradio Oy has access to the public
the Government of the State in accordance with section 95 (1)
the amount of terrestrial television network transmission capacity provided for in the Regulation and that the company may
use it appropriately.

Section 25 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Licensing of Software
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue a software license referred to in section 22 (1)
to the applicant if:
1) the applicant has paid the application fee provided for in section 285;
2) the applicant is financially sound and has an obvious ability to comply with a regular software license
activities;
3) there is no obvious reason to suspect that the applicant violates this Act or Section 6 of the Photographic Programs Act (710/2011)
for complying with the age limit for a photo program or committing an offense under Chapter 11, Section 10 of the Penal Code (39/1889)
incitement against a group of people referred to in section 10a
against a group of people or in Chapter 34a (1) (1) (2) of that law
public provocation to commit a criminal offense for terrorist purposes; and
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
4) the applicant has submitted a sufficient explanation of the organization of the distribution of the software.
If necessary, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall consult with the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency when preparing the decision
Ministry of Communications and co-operate with it.
If it is not possible to prove sufficiently to all applicants who meet the conditions provided for in subsection 1
transmission capacity or the granting of a software license may have significant effects
general development of the communications market, the Government shall grant a license. Transport and
FICORA must publish the information and at the same time notify the applicant of the transfer
competent authority. The license applicant may submit within two weeks of the transfer
an application supplemented with the planned program content to the Council of State.
If a concession matter has been transferred to the Government for resolution, the Government shall resolve the matter
within two months of the referral. The Government may extend the two
a time limit of up to eight months if it is an application procedure
to ensure fairness, clarity or transparency, to complete the application, or
necessary for any other special reason. The extension must be announced publicly.
The Government shall carry out all television activities in the licensed area
to promote freedom of expression and to safeguard the supply of software
diversity and the needs of special groups of the public in a way that best promotes the provisions of section 1
objectives.

Section 26 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Licensing of software for public service television
To safeguard freedom of expression, pluralism and diversity of television provision
A Government decree issued pursuant to section 1 (1) indicates a public interest
the amount of capacity required for television operations.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency grants the procedure provided for in section 23 and section 25 (1)
subject to software licenses in the public interest referred to in subsection (1) of this section
channel bundles.
A software license must be granted if:
1) the applicant has paid the application fee provided for in section 285;
2) the consignments are freely receivable;
3) consignments may be received nationwide, except for the province of Åland;
4) the broadcasts contain daily programs in Finnish or Swedish;
5) the broadcasts contain daily news and current affairs programs;
6) broadcasts include audio and subtitle services referred to in section 211; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
7) the applicant has submitted a sufficient report on the organization of the distribution of the software; and
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
8) the daily transmission time of the software is at least 8 hours. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
If necessary, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall consult with the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency when preparing the decision
Ministry of Communications and co-operate with it.
If it is not possible to prove to all applicants who meet the conditions laid down in subsection 3
transmission capacity, or the granting of a software license may have significant effects
general development of the communications market, the Government shall grant a license. Transport and
FICORA must publish the information and at the same time notify the applicant of the transfer
competent authority. The license applicant may submit within two weeks of the transfer
an application supplemented with the planned program content to the Council of State.
The Government shall grant a license to the applicant who best implements paragraph 3 and 25
The conditions provided for in subsections 1 and 5 of this section. The Government shall decide the matter in accordance with section 25 (4)
within the time limit laid down in
A software license in the public interest may be granted for the purposes of Chapter 1, Section 6 of the Accounting Act
from the group to only one company.
The licensing authority shall ensure that the public interest holder of the software license obtains
the amount of terrestrial television required for public service television
transmission capacity.

§ 27
Software License Terms
Software licenses are granted for a fixed period of up to 10 years.
A software licensee who has been granted a software license in the public interest
channel set for television must comply with Article 26 (3) throughout the license period
the conditions laid down in paragraph 1 to ensure the diversity of television provision.
The Government may attach conditions to the software license concerning:
1) territorial affiliation or visibility;
2) daily transmission time; or
3) transmission technology and transmission capacity.
In addition, the Government may attach software related to program activities to the software license
conditions necessary to safeguard diversity and the needs of specific groups in the public.

Section 28 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Short-term software license
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must issue a software license for short-term television
radio activities in the digital terrestrial mass communication network without sections 23 and 25
provided that there is no obvious reason to suspect that the applicant is in breach of this Law; or
section 6 of the Picture Program Act on compliance with the age limit for a picture program or is guilty of Chapter 11 of the Penal Code
§ 10: in incitement against a population group referred, 10 a § gross referred to in
against a group of people or in Chapter 34a (1) (1) (2) of that law
public provocation to commit a criminal offense and
1) the duration does not exceed three months; or
2) the weekly duration is not more than twelve hours.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
A software license granted for the activities referred to in subsection 1 (1) may be:
re-grant to the same operator or to provide essentially the same software
no earlier than two months after the expiration of the previous software license. As above
does not apply, however, to activities which are temporary or not otherwise continuous, or
regular.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue a license referred to in subsection 1 (2)
for a maximum of one year at a time.

Section 29 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Changing the Software License
The licensing authority may amend the license during its period of validity by the licensee
upon application or consent, or otherwise if technically necessary
development or international contractual obligations or subject to authorization
a change in operating or market conditions or the like
due to a material change.

Section 30 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Transfer of Software License
The software license may not be transferred to anything other than that referred to in Chapter 1, Section 6 of the Accounting Act
to a company belonging to a group. An intra-group transfer must be notified immediately to the
and FICORA.
If the control referred to in Chapter 1, Section 5 of the Accounting Act or an equivalent effective control
changes in control over the licensee, the change of control shall be notified immediately
to the licensing authority, which shall decide within two months of the notification
whether it revokes the license due to a change in control.
The licensing authority may refuse to revoke a license if it is clear that:
1) the conditions for granting a license provided for in sections 25 and 26 are met; and
2) operations continue in accordance with the terms of the license.
The software licensee may request prior control of the licensing authority
the effect of the change on the license. The licensing authority must issue a decision in two
within one month of receipt of the application.
If control changes in an acquisition that must be notified under the Competition Act
consumer agency or, in accordance with the EC Merger Regulation, the Commission, the decision of the licensing authority
shall be issued within two months of the final date of the acquisition
settled. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The competence of the licensing authorities is determined in accordance with section 25 (3). If a licensing issue
transferred from the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency to the Government for decision, the Government shall decide
within two months of the matter being referred to it. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 31 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Expiration of Software License
A software license for a television or radio activity expires if it is regular
the licensed activity has not started after six months at the latest
the commencement of the licensing period or if the regular broadcast is suspended for 30 days
for a longer period. An activity can only be considered to comply with the license if it is carried out by everyone
on the frequencies or bands for which the license entitles. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must notify
expiry of the license to the licensee. If in accordance with the software license
the frequency set or frequency band is changed and no action has been taken by six
one month after the entry into force of the change in the area affected by the change,
the software license expires to the extent that it has been amended.
The licensing authority may grant permission to deviate from the provisions of subsection 1, if any
particularly compelling reason related to the operating conditions. The licensee must apply for an exemption
from the licensing authority before the expiry of the time limit for expiry.

§ 32
Revocation of Software License
The licensing authority may revoke the license in whole or in part if:
1) the software licensee has repeatedly and seriously violated this Act, the Lotteries Act (1047/2001)
Section 62 ( 2) (1) on the sale and transmission of lotteries, Section 6 of the Photographic Programs Act
compliance with the age limit of the photo program, the license conditions referred to in section 27 or 37 of this Act
or has been guilty of incitement against a group of people within the meaning of Chapter 11, Section 10 of the Penal Code ,
Aggravated incitement against a group of people referred to in section 10a or Chapter 34a of the said Act
To a public made for terrorist purposes as referred to in section 1 (1) (2)
incitement to commit a crime; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
2) the licensee no longer has sufficient financial resources, taking into account the quality and scope of the activity
resources to meet their responsibilities.
(17.6.2016 / 456)
The condition for revocation is also that the licensee does not, despite the request
within a reasonable period of time of at least one month to rectify its conduct or obtain financial assistance
resources again.
The licensing authority may revoke the software license if the licensee transfers the license
to an undertaking other than that belonging to the same group as provided in section 30, subsections 1 and 2.
The licensing authority may revoke the license in whole or in part if necessary
due to a change in the frequency plan for the frequencies allocated to the licensed activity.
If the software licensee is declared bankrupt, the license will cease to be valid
direct.

Section 33 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Waiver of Software License
The holder of the software license may waive the license in whole or in part by giving notice
To the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency before the end of the concession period.

Chapter 5
Software license for analogue radio operations
Section 34 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Analogue radio operations requiring a software license
The exercise of radio activities in an analogue terrestrial mass communication network requires
software license. A software license is applied for from the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
Analogue radio broadcasting with a maximum duration of three months may be carried out without
software license. In addition, minor radio activities in a limited area may be carried out
without a software license.
Yleisradio Oy may engage in the public service referred to in section 7 of the Act on Yleisradio Oy
analogue radio without a software license.

Section 35 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Analogue radio software license application procedure
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must publish a notice of those applying for analogue radio operations
software licenses when the radio activities requiring a software license have been assigned in accordance with section 96.
free frequencies in the order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency issued pursuant to Transport and
At the same time, FICORA must indicate the deadline within which the license applicant must submit
application to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
The application must include:
1) the name, contact information and domicile of the applicant;
2) a statement of the planned duration of the activity;
3) a statement of the applicant's solvency and ability to engage in regular radio activities;
4) the frequency or set of frequencies to be applied for; and
5) a statement of the planned coverage area.

Section 36 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Licensing of software for analogue radio operations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue the software license referred to in section 34 to it
to the applicant if:
1) the applicant has paid the application fee provided for in section 285;
2) the applicant is financially sound and has an obvious ability to comply with a regular software license
activities;
3) there is no obvious reason to suspect that the applicant violates this Act or is guilty of Chapter 11, Section 10 of the Penal Code
incitement against a group of people referred to in section 10a
against a group of people or in Chapter 34a (1) (1) (2) of that law
public provocation to commit a criminal offense for terrorist purposes;
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
4) the granting of a software license does not impede the efficient use of frequencies.
If necessary, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall consult with the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency when preparing the decision
Ministry of Communications and co-operate with it.
If it is not possible to prove sufficiently to all applicants who meet the conditions provided for in subsection 1
frequencies or the granting of a software license may have significant effects
general development of the communications market, the Government shall grant a license. Transport and
FICORA must publish the information and at the same time notify the applicant of the transfer
competent authority. The license applicant may submit within two weeks of the transfer
an application supplemented with the planned program content to the Council of State.
The Government shall resolve the matter within the time limit provided for in section 25 (4).
The Government shall take full account of the radio activities carried out in the licensed area
with a view to promoting freedom of expression and safeguarding the diversity of software offerings, and
the needs of special groups of the public in a way that best promotes the objectives set out in section 1.

§ 37
Terms of the analogue radio software license
The licensing authority issues software licenses for a fixed period of up to 10 years.
The software license specifies the frequency set on which the licensee may operate
licensed activities.
The Government may attach to the software license conditions relating to territorial affiliation and
daily transmission time.
In addition, the Government may attach software related to program activities to the software license
conditions necessary to safeguard diversity and the needs of specific groups in the public.
In addition, section 29 of the software license applies to the exercise of analogue radio operations
Article 30 on transfer, Article 31 on lapse, Article 32 on revocation and Article 33 on
waiver of the software license.

§ 38
Yleisradio Oy's right to analogue radio network frequencies
It is the duty of the licensing authority to ensure that Yleisradio Oy has access to the public
the Government of the State in accordance with section 95 (1)
the number of radio network frequencies provided for in the Regulation and that the company may use them
appropriately.

Chapter 6
Radio license
Section 39 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Radio license
The possession and use of radio transmitters requires a license issued by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
radio license, unless otherwise provided in this section.

Subsection 2 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .
A radio license is not required for the possession and use of a radio transmitter if the radio transmitter is used
only on the common frequency assigned to it by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and its
compliance has been ensured in the manner provided for in this Act. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
issue regulations restricting the use of such a radio transmitter which are efficient and effective in the use of frequencies
necessary for its proper use and to prevent or eliminate interference.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may order that the radio transmitter referred to in subsection 3
possession and use shall be recorded in writing at a maximum of five at a time prior to its introduction
registration declaration valid for one year.
A radio license is not required for possession of a radio transmitter if the radio transmitter is permanently made technically
incapable of radio communication or if it is otherwise clear that the purpose of the possession is not
using your device for radio communications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency issues regulations issued by the competent authority of another country
approving a license, other authorization or mark indicating access to a radio transmitter
referred to in paragraph.
The Defense Forces and the Border Guard do not need a radio license to possess a radio transmitter and
if the radio transmitter is used only in accordance with section 96 (1) of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
exclusively for the use of the Defense Forces and the Border Guard
in certain frequency ranges. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
A foreign police officer does not need a radio license for the phasing out of inspections
common borders of the States of the Benelux Economic Union, the Federal Republic of Germany, of 14 June 1985
implementing the Schengen Agreement between the European Community and the Government of the French Republic
pursuit within the meaning of Article 41 or Article 40 of the Convention (SopS 23/2001)
possession of a radio transmitter for cross - border surveillance referred to in
for use.
A representative of a foreign state does not need a radio license for a radio transmitter used for a state or working visit
possession and use, if the possession and use of the radio transmitter has been reported to the Traffic and
FICORA and the structure of the radio transmitter have been notified to the Finnish Transport and
information requested.
Providing telecommunications resources for disaster relief and rescue
Foreign state personnel referred to in the Tampere Convention (SopS 15/2005)
need a radio license for contract rescue and major accidents
the possession and use of a radio transmitter for mitigation, if the radio transmitter
the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the radio transmitter have been notified of the possession and use
the structure and planned use have been provided to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency at its request
information.

Section 40 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Granting of a radio license
The radio license is issued by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The application must include the Traffic and
Information requested by FICORA necessary for processing the application.
A radio license for radio frequencies intended for the use of electronic communications services shall be granted
within six weeks after the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has received everything to resolve the matter
necessary documents. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may extend the six-week period by a maximum of
eight months if it is for the fairness, reasonableness, clarity of the application procedure
or to ensure transparency, to supplement applications or for any other special reason
necessary. The extension must be announced publicly.
If the granting of an individual radio license may have an impact on the overall communications market
In preparing the permit decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall consult the
Ministry of Communications and co-operate with it. If the issuance of a radio license can have
significant effects on the general development of the communications market or, apparently, on the national market
safety, the Government shall issue a radio license.
A radio license is issued for a maximum of 10 years at a time. The license referred to in section 6 above
a radio transmitter used for the provision of telecommunications, referred to in section 22
digital television and radio activities and analogue radio activities referred to in section 34
however, a radio license for a radio transmitter used for the conduct of such activities shall be granted for a maximum period of 20 years
one at a time.
In the auction procedure referred to in section 11 above, a person who has obtained a license or such a license
the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue a radio license to the transferee upon application after
the licensee has paid the first installment of the license fee provided for in section 287.
A radio license granted for a period referred to in section 34 (2) for a maximum of three months
may be re-allocated to the same or part of the same coverage area and
to the same operator or to provide essentially the same software no earlier than two
one month after the expiry of the previous radio license. However, the above does not apply
activities that are temporary or not otherwise continuous or regular.
A radio license is granted for a small, limited area referred to in section 34 (2)
for a maximum of one year at a time.

A radio license for the activities referred to in section 34 (2) shall be granted if there is no obvious reason
suspect that the applicant is in breach of this Act or guilty within the meaning of Chapter 11, Section 10 of the Penal Code
incitement against a group of people or aggravated incitement referred to in section 10a
against a group of people or within the meaning of Chapter 34a (1) (1) (2) of that law
public provocation to commit a criminal offense for terrorist purposes.
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Section 41 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Conditions for issuing a radio license and a frequency reservation
Subject to subsections 2 to 4 of this section, the radio license or the conditions provided for in section 44
shall be granted if:
1) it is applied for in the frequency band issued by the Government pursuant to section 95 (1)
in a decree or an order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency issued pursuant to section 96 (1)
intended for the use specified in the application;
2) technically appropriate radio frequencies can be assigned to the applicant from the frequency band
for use or reservation;
3) the conformity of the radio transmitter has been ensured; and
4) there is no reasonable reason to suspect that the applicant is in breach of the provisions concerning radio communications
or the conditions attached to the radio license or appear to endanger national security.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
If the applicant has a previous radio license or frequency reservation for the same equipment group as
apply for a new permit or reservation, a fee other than a small amount due has not been paid,
permission or reservation may be refused.
If the applicant intends to engage in licensed telecommunications activities referred to in section 6, or
Licensed television activities referred to in section 34 or radio activities referred to in section 34,
a radio license or radio frequency reservation cannot be granted if the applicant does not have the necessary
software license.
If a radio license or a radio frequency reservation can only be granted due to a scarcity of radio frequencies
for some applicants, it shall be granted to those applicants whose activities are best promoted in section 1
the objectives of the law.
The applicant for or holder of a radio license or, if necessary, another telecommunications operator is also obliged to issue
To the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency when requesting the permit decision referred to in subsection 4
required information.

Section 42 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Permit conditions
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may attach an efficient and appropriate frequency to the radio license
the efficiency of the communications market and the prevention or elimination of radio interference
necessary conditions. In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may stipulate in the permit conditions that
the radio license must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the radio transmitter.
The permit conditions for a radio transmitter with a high risk of interference may stipulate that six
within one month of the entry into force of the radio license authorizing the use of the transmitter or the transmitter
following the entry into force of a change to a radio license for technical characteristics, it shall be verified that:
the transmitter and its operation comply with the regulations and the terms of the radio license. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
carry out an inspection at the request of the licensee. They are prescribed by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
types of radio transmitters which are considered to pose a high risk of interference and give more detailed regulations
their inspection procedure as well as the adjustment of the transmitters and other uses of the transmitter
conditions. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 43 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Obligation to be consulted
Bodies representing telecommunications undertakings and users of communications services must be given the opportunity to present
its opinion on the granting of a radio license for public telecommunications, section 39 (3)
pursuant to section 95 (1) of the order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
the Government Decree to be issued and the Transport and Decree to be issued pursuant to section 96 (1)
FICORA's order before it is issued. Telecommunications companies and users of communications services
Whereas the representative bodies must be given the opportunity to express their views within one month;
amending a decision or order. In exceptional circumstances, one month
may be deviated from. If the proposed changes are minor and have been agreed by the radio license holder
there is no obligation to consult.

§ 44
Radio frequency allocation
Before applying for a radio license, you can apply for the radio frequencies required to use the radio transmitter
a reservation if justified by the design or implementation of the radio system or if
obtaining a radio transmitter requires prior knowledge of the available radio frequencies.
Frequency allocation is granted for a maximum of one year at a time. The reservation expires when booked
the radio license provided for in section 39 shall be granted for the use of the radio transmitter referred to in

Section 45 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Granting of frequency allocation
The frequency reservation is granted by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The application must include the Traffic and
Information requested by FICORA necessary for processing the application.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue the network license referred to in section 6 to the holder
from the entry into force of the frequency allocation license without an application. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
If the radio license for operations in accordance with the network license provided for in section 6 expires
while the license is still valid, the frequency reservation will re-enter into force without an application.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 46 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Renewal of a radio license without application
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may renew a radio license issued without the application of the holder of the radio license
for a maximum of ten years at a time, if the licensee has given written notice of renewal
consent.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may not renew a radio license if the radio license provided for in section 41
the conditions for granting the permit are not met or the conditions for revoking the radio license provided for in section 49 are not met
are met.

Section 47 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Changing the radio license
During the validity of a radio license, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may change the terms of the license without the licensee
consent if necessary for the use of the established radio frequency use plan
due to changes in spectrum regulations or international treaty obligations
or if justified by the prevention or elimination of radio interference; or
due to the primary use of the radio frequency band.
The holder of a network license who has been granted a network license referred to in section 6 (1)
The terms of the radio license may also be changed if necessary for the functioning of the market
due to a change in the economic or technical operating conditions of the telecommunications operator
or due to the launch of a new telecommunications company, or the like
the need to reorganize radio spectrum as a result of changes in market conditions
use.
The terms of the radio license may be changed at the request of the holder of the radio license. If electronic
the holder of a radio license for the provision of communications services applies for an amendment to the terms of the radio license,
Before issuing a decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must inform the holder of the radio license how
A review by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency would affect the radio license, and must be granted
at the same time, a reasonable period of time for the holder of the radio license to withdraw the application.
If the technology used for the provision of electronic communications services is not separately licensed
prescribed, the licensee shall notify the Traffic and
Online technology for FICORA. If the licensee changes the one used
technology, it shall notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency before implementing the change.

Section 48 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Transfer and lease of a radio license
A radio license for an activity that does not require a network or software license is obtained
transfer. However, the radio license may prohibit the transfer of the license if the use of a radio transmitter
requires a certificate of competency referred to in section 265 or the transfer of the license may be substantial
effects on the general development of the communications market.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must be notified of the transfer without delay. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
within one month of receipt of the notification, reject the transfer of the radio license if it is apparent that:
The conditions for the issue of a radio license provided for in section 40 (5) or section 41 (1) do not apply
fulfilled or the radio license application is rejected on the basis of section 41 (2) or (3).
For the purpose of transferring a radio license, the transfer of the license to the person to whom the licensee leases or
otherwise temporarily make its radio transmitter available. Even then, the licensee is responsible for ensuring that:
the radio transmitter is used in accordance with the permit conditions.
If the licensee merges with another limited company within the meaning of the Companies Act (624/2006) ,
the radio license is transferred to the receiving company. If the business of the licensee to which the radio license relates
is handed over in its entirety, the radio license is transferred to the recipient. If a radio license holder is set
bankruptcy and the administration of the bankruptcy estate shall immediately notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency that
the bankruptcy estate continues the business activities of the licensee, the radio license is transferred to the bankruptcy estate.

Section 49 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Cancellation of radio license and radio frequency reservation
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may revoke the radio license or radio frequencies in whole or in part
reservation if:
1) the licensee, in spite of the measures prescribed in accordance with sections 330 to 332, seriously or
repeatedly violates this Act or it in a manner essential to the uninterrupted operation of radio communications
or substantially infringes the provisions of this Regulation
the obligation to pay for the reservation of radio frequencies;
2) the licensee intentionally or through negligence transmits by radio transmitter Chapter 34, Section 10 of the Penal Code
An untrue hazard statement referred to in section or in any other way disturbs or harms
security radio communications;
3) the licensee does not use the radio frequencies indicated in the license and does not use them in Traffic
within a reasonable time limit set by FICORA;
4) The radio transmitter uses radio frequencies in an inappropriate way for technical
due to its characteristics;
5) the conditions referred to in section 96 (6) for the frequency range used by the licensee
for secondary use are not met;
6) a software license granted for television and radio operations expires;
7) the network license referred to in section 6 ceases to be valid; or
8) International agreements binding on Finland require withdrawal.
The decision to set a time limit referred to in subsection 1 (3) may not be applied for separately
appealing the change.

Section 50 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Interference protection decision
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may decide on measures at the request of the user of radio frequencies
to protect the fixed radio station from interference if a decision can be made without production
unreasonable for other users of radio frequencies in relation to the benefit of the protection
financial or other damage.
A decision which is valid for a maximum of ten years at a time may be set aside for protection
conditions for the structure, location and use of the station. The decision may be revoked or subject to conditions
amended if the circumstances prevailing at the time the decision was taken change significantly.

PART III
IMPOSITION OF OBLIGATIONS AND UNIVERSAL SERVICE
Chapter 7
Criteria for obligations
Section 51 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Market definition
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must determine the relevant ones at regular intervals
the communications market on which it carries out the market analysis in accordance with Article 52. Transport and
FICORA shall take the utmost account of the
guidelines for analysis and assessment of significant market power and a Commission recommendation
relevant product and service markets. In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has, if necessary
the result of the geographical survey referred to in section 51a shall be taken into account.

Section 51 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Geographical mapping of communication networks
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must carry out a geographical survey at least every three years
broadband network coverage.
The Agency may include a forecast of broadband network availability in the inventory. The forecast will come
contain appropriate information on the intention of companies or public authorities to introduce new networks
and to expand or improve their existing networks to the extent that such information is available; and
they can be delivered in reasonable steps.
The Agency may designate areas for which, according to the inventory and forecast, no deployment is planned
very high capacity network or plan network upgrades or extensions with
the download speed of the existing network will be increased to at least 100 megabits per second by it
during the period covered by the forecast.
The Agency may ask companies and authorities to indicate their intention to introduce a very large
capacity networks in designated areas. If any company or authority mentioned the request
the Agency may require other undertakings to notify
their respective intentions or intentions to make significant improvements to the existing network; or
extensions in the designated area. The Agency shall inform the undertaking which has expressed an interest,
whether a communications network exists or is likely to become in the area. The agency must comply
efficient, impartial, transparent and non-discriminatory procedure.
The authorities shall take into account the results of the mapping and forecast as well as the designated areas
drawing up national broadband plans, providing public support for broadband networks
construction, setting network coverage obligations and inspecting
access to services covered by universal service obligations.

Section 52 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Market analysis and decision on significant market power
In order to clarify the competition situation, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must make it relevant
market analysis of defined wholesale and retail markets at regular intervals. Market
the analysis shall be carried out no later than three years after the Commission has issued it
market recommendation in the case of previously undefined markets and at least five
every year in the case of previously defined markets. Five year deadline
may be extended by a maximum of one year if requested by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
at least four months before the expiry of the time limit and shall not be prohibited by the Commission
within a request. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must take into account when conducting a market analysis
the Commission's market analysis and significant market power
evaluation guidelines.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may request the European Electronic Communications Regulatory Authority
assistance from the Agency in carrying out a market analysis if the Finnish Transport and Communications
it is unable to carry out a market analysis within the timeframe set out in subsection 1.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may place on the market those referred to in sections 53, 53a or 54
obligations if:
1) there are large and permanent structural, legal or regulatory barriers to entry
barriers;
2) the market structure is not likely to lead to effective competition in the relevant period; and
3) the application of competition law alone is not sufficient to remedy market distortions.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall consider that the conditions referred to in subsection 3 are met
automatically if the relevant market is included in the Commission Recommendation on relevant
product and service markets, unless it specifically states that one or more
The conditions referred to in subsection 3 are met.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall, when conducting the market analysis referred to in subsection 1
be assessed from a proactive market perspective, taking into account:
1) market developments which affect the emergence of effective competition
probability;
2) restrictions on competition at the wholesale and retail level;
3) other measures and obligations imposed on the relevant market; mixed
4) those imposed on other relevant markets on the basis of significant market power
responsibilities.
The Agency may, in conjunction with another Member State of the European Economic Area,
hereinafter referred to as the European regulatory authority, the relevant regulatory authority of the EEA State
the Body of Communications Regulators to carry out an analysis of potential cross-border issues
on the basis of which the Commission may adopt decisions defining
cross-border markets.
In the case of a cross-border market, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must
cooperate with the regulatory authority of another EEA State in carrying out the analysis; and
take a decision, in coordination with him, on the measures to be imposed in accordance with sections 53, 53a or 54,
obligations to be amended or deleted. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency can co-operate
with the regulatory authority of another EEA State, even in a situation where the market conditions of the countries are
sufficiently uniform. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the regulatory authority of another EEA State must
take the utmost account of the European Commission's market analysis; and
guidelines on the assessment of significant market power.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, together with the regulatory authority of another EEA State, may request
The Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications to carry out an analysis
potential cross-border end-user demand. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
make a request if it finds serious problems in meeting demand within the meaning of section 51
in the markets listed in the Commission Recommendation. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must justify
request and provide evidence to support it. If the European electronic communications regulators
on the basis of the analysis, the Agency will issue guidelines on common approaches to transport and
FICORA shall take them into account as closely as possible in accordance with sections 53, 53a and 54
obligations.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency's decision must impose significant market power on the company
an undertaking if, on the basis of a market analysis, it is found to be alone in a particular market, or
together with others, the economic influence through which it can operate
significantly independent of competitors, consumers or other users. Transport and
FICORA must take the company's significant market power very carefully when assessing it
the Commission's market analysis and the assessment of significant market power
guidelines.
An undertaking which, pursuant to paragraph 9, has significant market power in a given market may:
be considered to have the same position in a closely related market if the company
is able to expand its market power from the first markets in close connection with them
strengthen their market power in that market as well.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend the decision on significant market power if
on the basis of a market analysis, the competitive situation in the market is found to have taken place
significant changes. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must by its decision remove the company
the position of significant market power in a given market, if based on a market analysis
it is found that the undertaking no longer has significant market power within the meaning of subsection 9 or if
the changed market conditions no longer meet the conditions laid down in subsections 3 to 5.
An undertaking with significant market power must notify them of the removal of obligations
parties affected by the waiver. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may set
the time limit for notification and lay down the specific conditions for notification; and
notice period.

Section 53 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
In a wholesale market, significant market power is imposed on a company
responsibilities
By its decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must impose significant market power on the company
Obligations referred to in sections 56, 61 and 65 and chapter 10, if they are necessary for competition
remove barriers or promote competition in the relevant market.
By way of derogation from the provisions of subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may by decision
an undertaking with significant market power which is deemed to have the meaning referred to in section 52 (9)
significant market power also in closely related markets
market, the obligations referred to in Articles 68 to 71 and 74.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is imposing the obligations referred to in subsections 1 and 2
when considering whether the obligations imposed under section 55 would be sufficient, commercial
offers of access or obligations previously imposed under sections 53, 53a or 54
to protect the interests of end-users.
The obligations referred to in subsections 1 and 2 above must be proportionate to the aim pursued
and shall take particular account of:
1) the technical and economic feasibility of interconnection or access
taking into account the level of development of the market and the quality of interconnection or access;
2) the feasibility of the right of use, taking into account the available capacity;
3) requirements related to data protection and data security;
4) taking into account, in particular, the investments and risks made by the undertaking with significant market power
investment in a very high capacity network;
5) the need to safeguard competition in the long term;
6) related intellectual property rights;
7) the provision of European services;
8) expected technological developments that will affect the design and management of the network;
9) the need to ensure technology neutrality.
In its decision on significant market power, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has
assess the impact of the obligations imposed on companies on the market.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend the decision referred to in subsections 1 and 2 if
In the circumstances referred to in subsection 3 or in a competitive market situation
significant changes.

Section 53 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Only a wholesaler with significant market power
obligations imposed on the company
By way of derogation from the provisions of section 53 (1), the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may by decision
imposes significant market power only on an undertaking operating in the wholesale market
Referred to in section 56 (3) and sections 61, 67 and 68 and section 71 (2) (3)
obligations if they are justified by market analysis and operate only on the wholesale market
on the basis of an ex ante assessment of the company's activities with significant market power.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend the decision referred to in subsection 1 if it
there are significant changes in the underlying circumstances. In the said paragraph
The undertakings referred to in paragraph 1 shall notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency of any relevant changes
without undue delay.
In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend the decision referred to in subsection 1 if it
only to a company with significant market power in a wholesale market
on the basis of the terms and conditions provided by it, considers that it has arisen or is likely to arise
competition concerns adversely affecting users and, where appropriate,
in addition to the obligations referred to in subsection 1, in section 56, subsections 1 and 2, and
Obligations referred to in sections 71 and 74.

Section 54 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
In the retail market, significant market power is imposed on the company
responsibilities
By its decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall designate a person operating in the retail market
significant market power for the company, as necessary, referred to in paragraph 2 effective
additional obligations necessary to safeguard competition if the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
on the basis of a market analysis of the retail market
there is no competition in the retail market and significant market power in the wholesale market
the obligations imposed on the company do not sufficiently promote competition in the retail market.
In order to achieve the objective referred to in subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prescribe that
an undertaking with significant market power operating in the retail market may not:
1) charge unreasonable prices;
2) prevent market entry or restrict competition by unreasonably low pricing;
3) favor certain users in an inappropriate manner;
4) tie a particular product or service to other products or services.
In order to achieve the objectives referred to in subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may and

to protect the interests of end-users
market power, in addition, the obligation to comply with:
1) the maximum prices set by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency;
2) cost-oriented pricing;
3) pricing used in the corresponding market; or
4) pricing control obligations.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The additional obligation imposed must be proportionate to the aim pursued.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend the decision referred to in subsection 1 if the market
there are significant changes in the competitive situation.

Section 55 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
On the basis of non-significant market power
responsibilities
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by decision, impose on a telecommunications operator and in section 55 a (1),
For an undertaking referred to in section 55 d (2) and section 55 e, as provided below in this Act
under conditions other than significant market power
licensing and interconnection obligations and related obligations.
The obligations imposed shall be objective, transparent, proportionate and non-discriminatory.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall assess the obligations imposed on the basis of subsection 1 and
five years after the imposition of the obligations. Transport and
FICORA shall amend or revoke the decision referred to in subsection 1 if
there are significant changes in the circumstances that led to the imposition of the obligation.

Chapter 7a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
On the basis of non-significant market power
set for the transfer of the license; and
interconnection obligations
Section 55 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Non-significant market power
licensing obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 55, impose on a telecommunications operator and others
owners of wires and cables on the basis of non-significant market power
the obligation to grant access to wires and cables and their ancillary functions
in buildings or in the first outside the building as defined in the decision
to a hub or distribution point if there was a duplication of wires and cables
economically inefficient or physically impossible.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may attach provisions to the obligation pursuant to subsection 1 to the management and
access to, and transparency of, cables and their ancillary functions and services
non-discrimination, sharing of access costs and possible
to take account of risk factors.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose the right to use an obligation pursuant to subsection 1
handing over the first hub or distribution point beyond the wires and cables
the economic or physical obstacles to reproduction are so great and permanent that:
The obligation imposed pursuant to subsection 1 is not sufficient to prevent a significant reduction in competition.
The Agency may impose an obligation to grant access in the most equitable and reasonable manner
conditions to a point close enough to the end users to be commercial
profitable. The Agency shall take the utmost account of European electronic communications
guidelines of the Body of Regulators for the Determination of Points. The agency can attach
obligations for active or virtual access rights, if technically necessary
and economically justified.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may not impose obligations pursuant to subsection 3 if section 53 a
made available only to other telecommunications operators by an undertaking operating in the wholesale market
a similar option through which other telecommunications operators can gain access to others
wires, cables and their ancillary functions in a fair, non - discriminatory and
on reasonable terms and conditions.
By way of derogation from the provisions of subsection 4, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may by decision
Obligations under subsection 3, if only the network of the undertaking operating in the wholesale market is
publicly funded.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may also apply subsection 4 to such telecommunications undertakings that provide
access to a very high capacity network in a fair, non - discriminatory and non - discriminatory manner
on reasonable terms and conditions.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may not impose obligations pursuant to subsection 3 if the obligations
would jeopardize the economic and financial viability of the deployment of the new network
feasibility.
The obligation referred to in subsections 1 and 3 above cannot be imposed on wires and cables
owners if the wires and cables in question serve the public administration
safety network activities within the meaning of the Act on Safety Networks.

Section 55 b (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Access to the electronic program guide and programming interface
imposing extradition obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 55, impose on a telecommunications operator other than
on the basis of significant market power
on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms:
1) an electronic program guide for digital television or radio, if necessary
to ensure that information on digital items subject to the must-carry obligation referred to in section 227
television and radio broadcasting and ancillary services shall be made available to the public electronically
program guide;
2) the programming interface of the television or radio system, if it is necessary for it
to ensure that the must-carry obligation referred to in section 227 covers digital television
radio broadcasts and additional services can be connected to the existing programming interface.

Section 55 c (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Non-significant market power is imposed on a passive basis
infrastructure sharing and local roaming agreements
related obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 55, impose on a telecommunications operator other than
obligation to share passive infrastructure on the basis of significant market power
as well as the obligation to conclude local roaming agreements. Transport and
FICORA may impose an obligation if it is immediately necessary for the use of radio frequencies
to provide services based locally and if it is not possible for other companies to obtain
access to the corresponding infrastructure on fair and reasonable terms and conditions.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency can only impose an obligation if there is an area
insurmountable economic or physical barriers to networks requiring radio frequencies; or
market-based deployment of infrastructure for the provision of services, which
therefore, end users have very limited access to the network or services.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency can impose obligations only if the possibility arises
obligations have been clearly identified in the network license referred to in section 6 (1) or in section 39 (1)
when issuing a radio license referred to in subsection.
When imposing the obligations referred to in subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall assume
into account:
The need to maximize broadband connections in the European Union, on major transport routes, and
the range of services available to users and the quality of services;
2) efficient use of radio frequencies;
3) the technical feasibility of the joint use and the related conditions;
4) infrastructure and service competition;
5) technological innovation;
6) creating incentives for the deployment of infrastructure.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may also impose access obligations pursuant to subsection 1
active infrastructure if the obligations under subsection 1 are not sufficient
repair.
In connection with the resolution of disputes pursuant to section 314, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may order
The obligation to provide the infrastructure to the recipient of the right to use the infrastructure pursuant to subsection 1
the holder of the area covered by the obligation under subsection 1, the right to their radio frequencies
shared use by the recipient.

Section 55 d (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Non-significant market power
interconnection obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 55, impose something other than substantial
on the basis of market power, for a telecommunications operator that manages users' connections to the communications network:
1) the interconnection obligation pursuant to section 61, if the imposition of the obligation is
necessary to ensure end-to-end connectivity of communications networks; and
2) the obligation to make its services interoperable with the services of another telecommunications operator therein
to the extent necessary.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 55, impose an obligation to do so
their services are also interoperable between persons independent of numbers
communication service providers, if the service provided by the undertaking is comprehensive and
significant in terms of user base if the imposition of an obligation is necessary for end-users
end-to-end connectivity and interoperability of interpersonal communication services
and that interoperability would otherwise be jeopardized. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
impose such an obligation only if the Commission has accepted it
implementing measures.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may attach proportionate obligations to the obligation pursuant to subsection 2
obligations imposed by public authorities and other service providers
the publication, authorization, modification and dissemination of relevant information; and
obligation to use European or international standards and specifications.

Section 55 e (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Co-location and sharing
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may oblige a network operator to allow another telecommunications operator
asset sharing or co-investment if the network operator is:
1) on the basis of the decision referred to in section 233, has placed a telecommunication cable or radio mast in it
owned or controlled by another associated device, cable, minor structure, or pole
area;
2) on the basis of the decision referred to in section 233, has placed a mobile network base station in it
an associated device or cable to a building owned or controlled by another; or
3) in the manner referred to in section 236, attached the necessary equipment to the buildings or structures.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose the obligation referred to in subsection 1 if the construction
or the investment cannot otherwise be arranged in a satisfactory manner and at a reasonable cost.
It is also a condition of the obligation that it does not unreasonably prevent or restrict
the network operator's own use. The obligations imposed by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must be
objective, transparent, non-discriminatory and proportionate.
Unless the parties agree on the costs of sharing or co-investing,
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may order the sharing of the costs incurred.

Section 55 f (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Pricing of downlink traffic on the telephone network
By way of derogation from the provisions of section 71, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may not impose a decision
obligations on the telecommunications operator for downlink traffic.
By way of derogation from the provisions of subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, in accordance with section 55,
by a decision imposing obligations on a telecommunications operator concerning the pricing of downlink traffic if
the Commission decides not to impose a Union-wide downlink on the telephone network
maximum prices. Before making a decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must do so in section 52
market analysis referred to in The Government Decree provides for those principles and criteria
and the parameters that the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must use when setting maximum prices
in the relevant market.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall report annually to the Commission and the European Electronic Communications Regulatory Authority
the application of the pricing of downlink traffic to the Body of Communications Regulators.

Chapter 8
Obligations related to the transfer of the license

Page 4

Section 56 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Substantial market power will be imposed on the basis of access
transfer obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53 or 53 a, impose a substantial
an obligation on a market power undertaking to grant access which is considered reasonable
civil engineering infrastructure, such as buildings, their entrances and cabling,
masts, antennas, towers, other supporting structures, cable ducts and manholes, empty
transfer of access to pipes and distribution facilities. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may set
obligation if it is necessary for the development of a competitive market or for end-users
in favor.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may also impose an obligation pursuant to subsection 1 on such an obligation
infrastructure that is not part of the relevant market analysis in accordance with section 52
market if it considers the obligation to be necessary and proportionate in Article 1
objectives set out in
If the obligations imposed pursuant to paragraph 1 do not sufficiently promote competition and
interests of end users, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53 or 53a, impose
the obligation to divest an undertaking with significant market power is also considered reasonable
access to a communications network or communications network other than that referred to in subsection 1, or
ancillary function or ancillary service related to the communication service. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
may impose an obligation to grant access if necessary for sustainable purposes
to develop a competitive market in retail or to protect the interests of end-users.
Such access may include an obligation to:
1) transfer the right to use the communications network and parts of the network;
2) transfer the right to use the capacity of the communications network;
3) provide co - location and other ways of sharing ancillary functions, such as
granting access to cable ducts, equipment facilities and radio masts;
(4) assign access to ancillary services that enable a communications network; or
provide a communication service or support the provision of services through that network or service;
5) provide roaming activities and other such services for mobile networks;
needed to ensure the interoperability of end-to-end services to the user;
6) enables the use of telephone services provided by another telecommunications operator, and
per call using a dialing code that using a preselection that can be
if necessary, bypass the selection code;
7) assign access to active or virtual network elements and services;
8) not to revoke the right to use the functions already granted;
9) negotiate in good faith with the undertakings requesting access;
10) to provide certain wholesale services to third parties for resale;
11) hand over other items deemed to be reasonable as referred to in subsections 1–10
The right of use referred to in subsection 1.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may attach the right of use referred to in subsections 1–3
conditions of good faith, reasonableness and time limits.
However, there is no obligation referred to in subsection 1 or 3 above if the transfer of the right of use
leads to a breach of data protection or national security or is for the company
technically inappropriate or otherwise unreasonable.

Sections 57–58
Sections 57–58 have been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .

Section 59 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Own use or reasonable future need
Notwithstanding the obligation imposed under section 56 above, there is no obligation if the right of access
the object is for the telecommunications operator's own use or it is necessary for its own reasonable future
for the need.

Chapter 9
Interconnection
§ 60
Duty to negotiate
Interconnection means the material and functional interconnection of different communication networks
to ensure that users have access to the telecommunications network of another telecommunications operator; and
communication services.
The network operator is obliged to negotiate in good faith with another network operator
interconnection.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the procedures to be applied
access and interconnection. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 61 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Interconnection obligation on the basis of significant market power
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53 or 53 a, impose a substantial
an obligation on a market power undertaking to interconnect a communications network with another telecommunications operator
communication network ( interconnection obligation ). In that case, it must negotiate the interconnection
with another network operator on terms which do not conflict with those laid down in that Decision
obligations.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may attach to the interconnection obligation referred to in subsection 1
conditions of good faith, reasonableness and time limits.
A telecommunications operator to which the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has imposed an interconnection obligation must:
comply with sections 63 and 64 if the content of the interconnection obligation cannot otherwise be obtained
agreement.

Section 62 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Section 62 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .

§ 63
Implementing interconnection
The interconnection of networks must be carried out by the network operator requesting the interconnection
unless it is technically inappropriate or unreasonable for the interconnector
from the point of view of the telecommunications operator.
Interconnection must be done as quickly as technically possible.
Compensation to be charged to the telecommunications operator obliged to interconnect the person requesting interconnection
the use of the network operator's telephone network must not be unreasonable.

§ 64
Interconnection of international telephone networks
Voice communications abroad must be routed to an international telecommunications service
through a long-distance telephone service selected by the telecommunications operator.
Every universal international telephone service must have access to all
local telephone services.

Section 65 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Telephone network charges
The telecommunications operator obliged to interconnect must be priced separately and charged to another telecommunications operator
compensation for using the network to establish a voice connection when the connection is established
from the telecommunications operator's network to another telecommunications operator's network ( uplink traffic ) and the connection is established:
1) toll-free number; or
2) service number.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
Subsection 1 shall apply from 31.12.2023.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53, impose significant market power
an obligation for the company to price separately the ascending other than that referred to in subsection 1
transport.
The telecommunications operator obliged to interconnect must be priced separately and charged to another telecommunications operator
compensation for using the network to establish a voice connection when another connection is established
from the telecommunications operator's network to the telecommunications operator's network ( downlink traffic ).

§ 66
Prohibition of volume rebates
The fee charged by the telecommunications operator obliged to interconnect the telephone networks shall not be received
depend on the amount of communication transmitted.

Chapter 10
Other obligations
Section 67 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Technical obligations related to the obligation to transfer the license
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose an obligation to transfer the right of access and interconnection
imposes such technical obligations on the telecommunications operator and
the conditions for the use of the transfer obligation which are necessary for the granting of access
the surrender obligation can be technically fulfilled.

Section 68 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation of non - discrimination
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53 or 53 a, impose on a telecommunications operator
non-discrimination on access or interconnection.
The obligation of non - discrimination means the obligation to comply with pricing ( non - discriminatory
pricing ) or a condition ( non-discriminatory condition ) which treats telecommunications operators in a similar situation.
equally. If a telecommunications operator uses a particular service itself or provides it to its subsidiary or another
to such a body, it must provide a similar service on equivalent terms and of equivalent quality
to a competing telecommunications operator.

Section 69 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Transparency obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53 or 53 a, impose on a telecommunications operator
obligation to publish accounting information, terms of supply and use, technical specifications, network
characteristics and expected development, price list as well as concluded agreements and others
information relevant to the transfer or interconnection, in so far as:
they do not contain business secrets or confidential information.
If a telecommunications operator has been imposed a non-discrimination obligation referred to in section 68, it may be imposed on it
the obligation to publish a reference offer for access or interconnection. The reference offer is
be so identified that License Applicants do not have to pay for products that are not
necessary for the service to be provided.
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsections 1 and 2, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall be obliged
the telecommunications operator to publish a reference offer if it is required to transfer the right of use
communication network or part thereof. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must take it as closely as possible
Having regard to the guidelines of the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications; and
where necessary, ensure that key performance indicators and corresponding service levels
defined.

Section 70 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Accounting separation obligation
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53, impose significant market power
the obligation for the company to separate the accounting of regulated activities of the telecommunications company from the rest of the service
necessary to monitor the obligation of non-discrimination.
In its decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall identify the products to be differentiated and
services, information to be clarified through the unbundling procedure and the main features of the unbundling procedure.
Differentiation calculations must be submitted to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 71 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Access and interconnection pricing obligations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53, impose significant market power
obligations on the undertaking regarding access and interconnection pricing, if Article 52
market analysis shows that there is no real competition in the market and that
the market power firm therefore has the potential to keep the price too high, or
exerts price pressure to the detriment of users of communications services.
The obligation referred to in subsection 1 above may apply to a regulated product or service
pricing and pricing. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose a substantial
an obligation on the market power undertaking to comply with the transfer of access; or
interconnection:
1) cost-oriented pricing;
2) pricing based on a deduction from the retail price; or
3) fair and reasonable pricing.
Cost-oriented price means a price that is reasonable considering
the cost to the efficient operator of producing the regulated product or service.
In determining the cost-oriented price, similar competitors may be taken into account
market price level.
When imposing the obligation referred to in subsection 2 (1)
cost-oriented pricing, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
The market power of a company will also adhere to a regulated product or service pricing
The maximum price set in advance by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The maximum price can be
set if pricing in breach of the pricing obligation would cause serious harm to those
market and the obligation referred to in subsection 2 (1) cannot be considered sufficient for competition
remove barriers or promote competition in this market. A maximum price can be set
for a maximum of five years at a time. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The pricing obligations referred to in subsections 1–4 above shall:
1) promote the efficiency of the communications market and sustainable competition;
2) provide benefits to users of communication services;
3) be reasonable in relation to the objectives pursued;
4) encourage the company to invest in the future; and
5) allow a reasonable return on capital employed in regulated activities, taking into account
investment risks. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 72 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Section 72 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .

Section 73 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Obligation to determine pricing
If a telecommunications operator or an undertaking referred to in section 57 (2) or section 196 has this Act
or an obligation imposed by a decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency on a cost-oriented or
non-discriminatory pricing, the company has the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency’s
the obligation to prove that the price it charges for the product or service is
cost-oriented or non-discriminatory.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency does not assess the compliance of pricing regulations retroactively.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is not bound by it when assessing compliance with the pricing obligation
the principles used by the company in calculating costs.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, when assessing compliance with the pricing obligation
decide on a case-by-case basis on the maximum amount of compensation to be charged.

§ 74 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Cost accounting system
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53 or 53 a, impose on a telecommunications operator
the obligation to use a cost accounting system if necessary for the company
to monitor the pricing obligation.
The company is free to determine the cost accounting system it uses. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
may, however, impose on an undertaking in respect of products or services regulated under section 53 or 53a
requirements for a cost accounting system for the allocation of costs to sections, if
it is necessary to monitor the pricing obligation imposed on the company. The company must prepare
a description of the cost accounting system used by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
indicate at least the sections of the costs and the rules according to which the costs are allocated.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency can issue more detailed regulations using a cost accounting system
the data to be collected, the cost categories and the cost accounting system
description. The regulations may concern:
1) necessary to demonstrate the link between the cost accounting system and pricing
information;
2) the allocation of costs to sections and the rules under which costs
targeted;
3) the content and format of the description of the cost accounting system;
4) submission of a description of the cost accounting system to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 75 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Control of the cost accounting system
The company must select the auditor referred to in the Auditing Act (1141/2015) to audit
the company's cost accounting system in connection with the company's audit. The auditor shall:
draw up an inspection report. The company must publish the report and submit it
upon request to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in August following the end of the company's financial year
by the end. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on what information and material
the auditor's report shall include. The regulations may concern:
1) general information about the company to be inspected and the method of performing the inspection;
2) the material subject to the inspection obligation;
3) criteria for determining whether the activities of the undertaking comply with the obligations imposed on it;
4) the material to be submitted as an appendix to the auditor's report.

Subsection 3 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .

Section 76 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Functional separation obligation
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by a decision pursuant to section 53, impose significant market power
an obligation on the undertaking to separate a functional entity from the rest of the telecommunications undertaking
business if there are significant and lasting market failures in the online service in question
market disturbances and the obligations imposed under Article 53 have had no effect on the market
competitive situation.
The functional entity resulting from the unbundling must offer its services in the same way
on non-discriminatory terms to both its parent company and a competing telecommunications operator.
Before imposing an operational unbundling obligation, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must submit
a reasoned proposal for a decision to the Commission, which shall include at least:
1) evidence of significant and lasting market disturbances in that market;
2) evidence that the obligations under section 53 have not had an effect on the market
the competitive situation;
3) evidence that there is a change in the competitive situation on the market within a reasonable timeframe
very few or no signs;
4) an analysis of the effects of the obligation on the communications market and on the subject of the obligation
telecommunications company;
5) a statement of the exact content of the unbundling obligation;
6) a list of products and services subject to the obligation to differentiate;
7) a statement of the independence of the personnel of the functional entity and the telecommunications operator
control issues.

Section 77 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation to notify a change of ownership
An undertaking with significant market power must notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency no later than
three months in advance of its intention to relocate all or a substantial part of its local network
to a separate business unit or a separate legal entity established by the
owner. In addition, a company with significant market power must declare traffic and
FICORA of the changes concerning this intention and the outcome of the change of ownership.
An undertaking with significant market power may change ownership pursuant to subsection 1
in the proceedings under section 81a to provide such acceptable and sufficient
detailed commitments on the conditions of access to its network for the actual and
to ensure non-discriminatory access.
Upon receipt of the notification, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall make a new one in accordance with section 52
market analysis of the market related to that communication network, if any
significant impact on that market. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has a market analysis
take into account the commitments under subsection 2.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose section 53 on the network that is the subject of a change of ownership
obligations under paragraph 3 if it considers that the obligations under paragraph 3 are not in conformity with the law
sufficient in the light of the objectives pursued.

§ 78
Advance payment and security deposit
A telecommunications operator may require a reasonable advance payment or security from another telecommunications operator
compensation for the transfer or interconnection of a license.

§ 79
Collection of payments from end users
A telecommunications operator that has entered into a subscription agreement and has been set up in accordance with section 61 or 62
interconnection obligation is at the choice of another telecommunications operator providing the communication service
obliged to charge another telecommunications operator at a cost-oriented and non-discriminatory price
payments or to provide another telecommunications operator with the information necessary for the collection of charges.
A reasonable transition period must be allowed for the telecommunications operator that has concluded the subscription agreement before
the telecommunications operator providing the communications service starts charging.
Information on the subscriber number of the payer's subscription must be transmitted during the communication connection. If
it is not technically possible to transfer the subscriber number, the telecommunications operator which has concluded the subscription contract is
obliged to provide the information necessary for billing to another telecommunications operator or, if this is not the case
possible, to collect the fees free of charge.

§ 80
Confidentiality of information between telecommunications operators
A telecommunications operator may use the assignment of a license referred to in Chapters 7, 7a, 8 and 10 or in Chapter 9
received in connection with the interconnection negotiations referred to in paragraph 1 and obtained pursuant to section 79
information concerning another telecommunications operator only for the purpose for which it is held by the telecommunications operator
given. The data may only be processed by the telecommunications operator who necessarily needs the data
in their work. The information must otherwise be treated in such a way that the business secrets of another telecommunications operator are not
endangered. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
A telecommunications operator which causes damage to another telecommunications operator by proceedings contrary to subsection (1) is
liable for damage caused by his conduct.

Section 81 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Liability for damages
A telecommunications operator which, intentionally or through negligence, acts pursuant to sections 53 to 55
obligations, is obliged to compensate another telecommunications operator for the damage it has caused
damage.
Damages include compensation for costs, price differences and other immediate costs
financial damage caused by the activities of the telecommunications operator referred to in subsection 1.
Compensation can be reconciled if full liability is considered unreasonably onerous
taking into account the nature of the infringement, the extent of the damage, the circumstances of the parties and other factors.
The right to compensation shall lapse if no action for compensation has been brought within three years
from when the telecommunications operator received the information or should have been informed of the occurrence of the damage.
When processing a claim for compensation referred to in subsection 1, the court may request the Traffic and
FICORA's opinion on the matter.

Section 81 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Commitment procedure for undertakings with significant market power
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may apply for significant market power at the request of a company
by a decision to make binding, in whole or in part, by undertakings with significant market power
commitments relating to access or investment conditions, which may relate to:
1) co-operation arrangements which may affect the obligations referred to in section 53
assessment of the setting;
2) co-investment agreements referred to in section 81 b;
3) changes of ownership referred to in section 77; or
4) other matters corresponding to items 1–3.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must carry out a market test on the basis of the company's application
in particular the conditions attached to the undertaking. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency does not have to do that
market test if the undertaking with significant market power does not clearly fulfill this
terms or conditions in accordance with this section.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall, when assessing what is referred to in subsection 1 (1)
cooperation arrangements shall take into account in particular:
1) evidence of the fairness and reasonableness of the commitments offered;
2) the transparency of the commitments offered to all market participants;
(3) making access rights available without delay in a fair, reasonable and
on non-discriminatory terms before the introduction of retail services; and
4) the overall adequacy of the commitments offered in relation to enabling sustainable competition and highly
promoting the collaborative deployment of high-capacity networks to end-users
to safeguard their interests.
The undertaking of an undertaking with significant market power must be sufficiently detailed
information for making an assessment in accordance with subsection 3.
The arrangements are set for a binding period. The provisions of section 81 b apply to joint investments
commitments may be made binding for at least seven years. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
the continuation of the binding nature of the commitments after their expiry shall be assessed.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall take into account the market analysis referred to in section 52
the commitments it has made binding in accordance with this Article.

Section 81 b (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Co-investment in very high capacity networks
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may by decision in proceedings pursuant to section 81 a
between an undertaking with significant market power and one or more other telecommunications undertakings
consisting of fiber optic elements to the end user's premises or base station
capacity network co-investment agreement if it complies with this Article
conditions laid down. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may not make it binding
to a network under a co-investment agreement pursuant to sections 53, 53a and 54
obligations.
In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, in justified cases, impose a substantial
market power to the undertaking in accordance with Chapters 8 to 10 if it finds that the obligations
necessary to address significant competition concerns in the market
due to the specificities of this market.
The decision is conditional on the joint investment offer fulfilling at least the following
qualifications:
1) the joint investment offer is open to all telecommunications operators anywhere without discrimination
network life stage;
2) network co-investors can effectively compete in the downstream market;
3) co-investors receive fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory terms and conditions
access to the full capacity of the network to be co-invested;
4) co-investors may participate in co-investment with a flexible value and timing
with a share that can be increased in the future;
(5) reciprocal investors obtain reciprocal rights on fair and reasonable terms; and
conditions for the co-invested network after the network has been taken over
for use;
6) the tender confirms in advance the roadmap for the joint investment project;
7) it is possible to transfer the rights acquired in the joint investment with the same rights; and
8) the offer for co-investment has been made in good faith.
A firm with significant market power must publish a bid for the joint investment in good time and
in the case of undertakings operating only on the wholesale market in accordance with Article 53a, at least
six months before the deployment of the network. The co-investment offer must be published
on the company’s website so that it is easily noticeable and accessible. Also detailed
information concerning the tender must be provided without delay.
A company with significant market power may include in the offer reasonable terms and conditions related to
the financial capacity of companies to participate in co-investment.
If the co-investment replaces the previous network of a company with significant market power
with a new network based on fiber optic elements, for companies that do not participate
the co-investment must have access to the network to be co-invested of the same quality,
conditions for speed and end-user accessibility that were available in the old
network before it is replaced by the deployment of the network to be co-invested and which
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall confirm with its decision referred to in subsection 1. Transport and
FICORA may attach conditions to the decision pursuant to subsection 1 that determine the quality of the right of use
may be adjusted in a non - discriminatory manner, taking into account developments in the retail market; and
maintaining incentives for co-investment.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must take the co-investment commitment into account when assessing it
Guidelines for the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may attach significant market power to the co-investment agreement
the obligation for the company to provide annual declarations of conformity.

Section 81 c (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Replacement of an undertaking with significant market power or
disabling
An undertaking with significant market power must notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency when it intends to
disable or replace your existing network or parts of it with a new network. The announcement is
submitted to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency electronically.
The notification shall be made in good time and no later than six months before the decommissioning or
the planned start date of the replacement. If the decommissioning or replacement schedule
determined for reasons beyond the control of the undertaking with significant market power, it shall declare
the intended replacement or removal to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency without delay.
The notification shall be accompanied by sufficient information on the person intending to replace or remove the substantial one
market power, the network to be removed or dismantled, and the planned
measures. More detailed provisions on the content of the notification and its electronic submission
issued by a Government decree.
Before the announced start date, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may set a substantial decision
obligations on the market power undertaking to apply a transparent timetable and to
transitional or other conditions for the replacement or decommissioning of the network, if
it is necessary to safeguard competition and the interests of end-users. If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
imposes the obligations referred to in this subsection in its decision, it shall make a decision
imposing obligations at least two months before the announced starting date, if
the notification has been submitted to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in accordance with subsection 2 six months before
the stated starting date.
In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may set a decision before the announced start date
reasonable obligations to ensure that at least equivalent quality is available
alternative products that can be licensed to replace previous network elements
improved network infrastructure where necessary in the interests of competition and end-users
to secure. The interest of competition and end users does not require the availability of alternative products
especially in a situation where the network to be decommissioned or replaced has not actually been
in use.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may revoke the obligations imposed on them pursuant to sections 53, 53a and 54
parts of the network that have been declared for decommissioning or replacement, if licensed
the provider is:
1) established the appropriate conditions for the transition by making available at least
an equivalent alternative licensing product that allows the same end users
existing infrastructure or other similar means; and
2) complied with the provisions of this section and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
conditions and procedures laid down by the

Chapter 11
Procedure
Section 82 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Market definition, market analysis and significant market power
consultation on
The Transport and Communications Agency must reserve to the Commission, the European electronic communications
opportunity for the Body for the Cooperation of Regulators and the Regulators of other EEA States
deliver its opinion within one month before the date on which trade between EEA States is affected:
1) a market definition deviating from the Commission's recommendation;
2) market analysis;
3) a decision on significant market power;
4) the decision referred to in section 76;
5) a decision referred to in section 55 concerning an undertaking other than an undertaking with significant market power;
6) a decision concerning the termination of the obligation referred to in section 270 (4).
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall postpone the making of the decision referred to in subsection 1 by two
one month if the Commission declares that it considers the draft decision to be in accordance with European Union law
or considers it to be an obstacle to the internal market. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
shall, within six months of the Commission's notification, withdraw the information referred to in subsection 1
its decision or amend it if the Commission so requests.
If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency amends the draft decision referred to in subsection 1 by the Commission
Upon request, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall reserve to the parties whose right or
interest in the decision, the possibility to give an opinion on the amended proposal for a decision under section 310
and make a new notification to the Commission in accordance with paragraph 1. Transport and
When making a final decision, FICORA must take the utmost account into account
also the statements referred to in subsection 1. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must issue a decision
for information to the Commission and the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall make a notification pursuant to subsection 1 together with another EEA state
with the regulatory authority if the market definition has been established by another EEA State
with the regulatory authority in accordance with section 52 (7).

Section 83 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Consultation on the obligation imposed on the company
The Transport and Communications Agency shall reserve to the Commission and the European Electronic Communications
the Agency shall be given the opportunity to deliver its opinion within one month before
A decision affecting trade between EEA States imposed by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency,
amend or remove on the basis of significant market power or otherwise 7a or 8-10
the obligations referred to in this Chapter, with the exception of a decision based on section 55 f or 76.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall take the utmost account into account in subsection 1
statements referred to in

If the Commission states that it considers that the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency referred to in subsection 1
a proposal for a decision would constitute an obstacle to the single market or a serious doubt that
FICORA's draft decision is not in line with European Union law, Transport and
FICORA shall postpone its decision for a period of three months from the date of notification by the Commission.
In that case, the Transport and Communications Agency shall continue to prepare the decision in cooperation with the Commission and
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With the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may change within the term mentioned in subsection 3
draft decision or withdraw it. If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency changes its draft decision or
maintain it in force, the Commission may issue a certificate to the Agency
the draft decision or withdraw the notification referred to in subsection 3.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall notify its final decision to the Commission and to the European Parliament
to the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications within one month
issuing a recommendation for a solution. However, the time limit may be extended if necessary
to consult the parties.
If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency decides not to amend or revoke the decision of the Commission
notwithstanding the recommendation, it shall state the reasons for its decision.
By way of derogation from the provisions of subsections 4 and 5 concerning the possibility of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
not to amend or withdraw its draft decision, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend it
or withdraw a draft decision pursuant to section 55a (3) or section 81b if the Commission so requests
decision requires.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall reserve an opportunity pursuant to subsection 1 to issue a statement together
with the regulatory authority of another EEA State if the decision has been prepared by another EEA State
with the regulatory authority in accordance with section 52 (7).

Section 84 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Urgent procedure
Market definition, market analysis and the decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
Whereas market power and the obligation imposed on a telecommunications operator can be made to the Commission;
Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications and other EEA States
without consulting the regulatory authorities, if the measure is:
1) urgent;
2) necessary to safeguard competition and consumer interests;
3) temporary; mixed
4) in proportion to the aim pursued.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall submit the measure referred to in subsection 1 without delay
for information to the Commission, the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications and
regulatory authorities of other EEA States.

Chapter 12
Universal service
Section 85 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Designation of a universal service provider
Universal service means public telephone services and appropriate Internet access
the provision of a fixed place of residence or location and the provision of a universal numbering service; and
the provision of a directory service.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall, by decision, designate one or more telecommunications operators or
the undertaking providing the contact information service as a universal service undertaking if it is necessary for the provision of the universal service
to guarantee supply in a given geographical area. The designation procedure must be efficient,
impartial, transparent and non-discriminatory. If necessary, section 51a must also be taken into account in the appointment procedure
geographical maps. The undertaking with:
the best conditions for the provision of universal service. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall amend the decision referred to in subsection 2 if the decision
substantial changes are taking place in the underlying circumstances.

Section 86 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Universal service obligation for public telephone services
A telecommunications operator designated by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in the manner referred to in section 85 in general
telephone services as a universal service provider is obliged to provide a geographical location
regardless of the average user at a reasonable price for the subscription to the general
communication network for the user and the micro-enterprise in a permanent place of residence or location. Telecommunications company
must deliver the subscription within a reasonable time upon order.
The connection provided must be accessible to all, including people with disabilities
emergency services, make and receive domestic and international calls, and use others
standard telephone services. The subscription provided must also be available without mandatory requirements
additional services or functions.
The Government Decree lays down more detailed provisions for persons with disabilities
special needs. Before adopting a regulation, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must, if necessary, draw up a
an explanation of them.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on how the connection is technically
implement or what technical features the interface must have in order to include people with disabilities
can use it.

§ 87 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Universal service obligation for Internet access services
A telecommunications operator designated by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in the manner referred to in section 85
Internet access service as a universal service provider, is obliged to provide geographic
regardless of location, at a reasonable price for the average user to the general subscription
communications network to the user or micro-enterprise in a permanent place of residence or location. Offered
the interface must also be available without mandatory additional services or functions. The telecommunications company is
deliver the subscription within a reasonable time upon order.
The interface provided must allow all users and micro-enterprises to be appropriate
internet connection, taking into account the connection speed available to the majority of users, technical
feasibility and cost. On a European regulatory framework for electronic communications
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council (EU) 2018/1972, 'the telecommunications Directive, Annex
The services mentioned must be available through the subscription provided.
A government decree provides for an appropriate internet connection
minimum speed. Before the regulation is issued, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must, if necessary
prepare a report on the market for data transmission services, used by the majority of users and subscribers
connection speed and level of technical development, as well as an assessment of the economic
effects on telecommunications companies. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must also take this into account in the report
Appropriate body of the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications
a report on best practices for defining an internet access service.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on how the connection is technically
or what technical features the interface must have.

Section 88 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Other rights and obligations regarding the provision of the subscription
The universal service undertaking may also provide the services referred to in sections 86 and 87 to several subscriptions
provided that it does not impose unreasonable additional costs on the user or the micro-enterprise.
The universal service provider must offer the natural person subscribing the option to pay
Compensation arising from the construction of a connection referred to in sections 86 and 87 in several installments.
The universal service provider may refuse its obligation only if there is a subscriber to the refusal
a weighty criterion relating to the solvency of a natural person.
The universal service provider has the right to refuse to do business with the user or the micro-enterprise
an agreement on the connection referred to in sections 86 and 87, if this has been prosecuted or the latter
convicted during the year of a telecommunications company's subscription for the use of telecommunications
harassment or if the subscriber has access to another subscription provided by the universal service provider
outstanding, overdue and uncontested debts incurred.

§ 89 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Universal service obligation for contact information services
An undertaking designated by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in the manner referred to in section 85
numbering service or directory inquiry service as a universal service provider
available to users and subscribers for the general, comprehensive and average user
an affordable number service or directory service.
The directory service can be provided in printed or electronic form and its information is
updated at least once a year.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the obligation mentioned in subsection 1
the technical measures necessary to comply with this

Section 90 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Universal service obligation for online service
A network undertaking designated by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in the manner referred to in section 85
universal service provider shall be obliged to provide the service provider designated as the universal service provider
at a price based on the cost of the network service required to connect to the communications network.

Section 91 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Section 91 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .

Section 91 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation to notify the handover of the network
A telecommunications operator designated by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in the manner referred to in section 85
universal service provider is obliged to notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency if it transfers
separate from the universal service provider for the provision of the universal service
to a legal person.
After the notification, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may change, cancel or set
universal service obligations in accordance with section 85.

Section 92 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Monitoring of universal service prices
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must monitor and compare the pricing of universal service
the general price level of communications services and assess the pricing of universal service in relation to
the general level of consumer prices and the general level of income of the population.

Section 93 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Net cost of universal service
The net cost of universal service refers to those incurred in providing the service
costs which the universal service provider cannot recover from the revenue generated by the service.
If it is obvious that the provision of universal service constitutes unreasonable for the universal service undertaking
financial burden, and required by the universal service undertaking, shall be calculated by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
net cost of universal service. The principles of calculating net costs, as well as
detailed information on the methods used should then be publicly available.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is not tied to the universal service company when calculating net costs
the information provided by it or the principles used to calculate its cost.
If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has calculated the net costs, it shall publish an annual report,
containing detailed information on the costs of universal service obligations and identifying
the shares of all the undertakings concerned, as well as any market advantages which the undertaking may have enjoyed
universal service obligations, subject to national and Union rules on business secrecy
subject to the rules.

Section 94 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Reimbursement of costs to the universal service provider
Upon application, the universal service undertaking must reimburse the part of the universal service from state resources
net costs which are considered to impose an unreasonable financial burden on the company
considering:
1) the size of the company;
2) the quality of business operations;
3) the turnover of the telecommunications, numbering service or telephone directory service provided by the undertaking;
mixed
4) other matters comparable to those mentioned in subsections 1–3.
Reimbursement of the costs referred to in subsection 1 above shall be decided by the transport and
on the basis of a net cost calculation prepared by the Ministry of Transport and Communications.
Retrospective compensation is paid for a maximum of one year from the submission of the application.

PART IV
FREQUENCIES AND NUMBERING
Chapter 13
Spectrum management
Section 95 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Government Decree on the use of frequencies and the frequency plan
A Government decree shall establish the general principles referred to in subsection 3
use of frequencies. When regulating the use of frequencies suitable for the provision of communication services
technical and service independence must be respected.
However, the decree referred to in subsection 1 above may derogate from the networks
communication services:
1) technical independence:
(a) to avoid harmful interference;
(b) to protect the public from electromagnetic fields;
(c) technical quality of services, spectrum sharing or general interest objectives
to achieve; mixed
2) service independence:
(a) to ensure the safety of human life;
(b) to promote social, territorial or geographical cohesion;
(c) to avoid inefficient use of frequencies;
(d) cultural and linguistic diversity and media pluralism
to promote.
The Government Decree referred to in subsection 1 above shall establish the frequency plan:
1) telecommunications referred to in section 6, subsections 1 and 2, which require a network license, and section 6, subsection 4
frequency bands for general telecommunications referred to in subsection;
2) the licensed exercise of television and radio activities referred to in sections 22 and 34
frequency bands referred to in
3) the frequency bands referred to in section 96 (5);
4) frequency bands intended for product development, testing and teaching activities; mixed
5) Public service television and radio activities referred to in section 7 of the Act on Yleisradio Oy
frequency bands referred to in
Before the Government approves the frequency plan, telecommunications companies, Yleisradio Oy and other
groups of spectrum users must be given the opportunity to be heard on the spectrum plan.
The Government shall re-examine the frequency plan if referred to in subsection 3
additional frequency bands may be allocated to public service or licensed activities; or
if the party referred to in this subsection submits a reasoned request for review.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications shall notify the Commission and the Member States of the European Union if 1
a Government decree referred to in subsection 3 allows
harmonized use of radio frequencies in the European Union
anomalous alternative use.
It must be possible to use harmonized radio frequencies in the European Union
as soon as possible and no later than 30 months after compliance with the Radio Spectrum Decision
technical implementing measure for the frequency band. The Government may deviate from this
if:
1) the alternative use of the frequency band is based on subsection 2 (2) (a) or (d)
general interest objective;
2) the frequencies are not coordinated with the third country and the use of the frequencies would lead to harmful ones
interference; or
3) for reasons of national security, defense or force majeure.
The term referred to in subsection 6 may be postponed for a maximum of 30 months if:
1) the frequencies have not been coordinated with the Member State of the European Union and the use of the frequencies would lead to
harmful interference; or
2) it is necessary to ensure the technical transfer of frequencies from existing users.
The Government shall review the exception referred to in subsection 6 at least every
another year. The Government shall notify the exception referred to in subsections 6 and 7
the Commission and a Member State of the European Union whose spectrum use may be affected.

§ 96 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Regulations of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency on the use of frequencies
A regulation of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency stipulates the use of radio frequencies differently
taking into account international regulations on the use of radio frequencies; and
recommendations and a Government decree issued pursuant to section 95 (1). The order states
have information on the intended use of the frequency band and the main radio characteristics that
radio equipment using the frequency band must comply.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall review the regulations issued pursuant to subsection 1,
if more can be allocated to the licensed activities referred to in section 95 (3)
frequencies or if the telecommunications operator or another party representing the user groups of the frequency bands submits a review
reasoned request.
In determining the use of radio frequencies suitable for the provision of electronic communications services
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must adhere to technical and service independence.
The provision referred to in subsection 1 above may derogate from the provisions of network and communication services:
1) technical independence:
(a) to avoid harmful interference;
(b) to protect the public from electromagnetic fields;
(c) to achieve technical quality of service, spectrum sharing or general interest objectives;
mixed
2) service independence:
(a) to ensure the safety of human life;
(b) to promote social, territorial or geographical cohesion;
(c) to avoid inefficient use of frequencies; and
(d) cultural and linguistic diversity and media pluralism
to promote.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has issued regulations issued pursuant to subsection 1
cooperate with the Ministry of Transport and Communications. If a single frequency range
regulation can have significant effects on the overall communications market
the frequency plan for that frequency band shall be established pursuant to section 95 (1)
in the Government Decree.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may promote the sharing of radio frequencies or otherwise
for a justified reason in a Government decree issued pursuant to section 95 (1)
radio frequency band or in an order issued pursuant to subsection (1) of this section
radio communications other than those for which they are intended, provided that:
other radio communications do not further limit the use of the frequency band to its priorities
and does not cause harmful interference to the intended uses
for radio communications. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 97 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Special provisions for spectrum management
This Act applies to Finnish ships, aircraft and objects sent into space
radio equipment even when they are outside the territory of Finland.
An order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency prescribes radio frequencies on which to generate radio waves
used for scientific, industrial, medical or other similar purposes
electrical equipment other than radio equipment may be used and the conditions under which the equipment must be used.
An order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency gives the structure and use of an amateur radio station
provisions otherwise applicable to amateur radio communications
transmission powers and spurious transmissions, transmission assignment and one-way transmission.
Radio license, the issue of which is provided for in the frequency reserve referred to in section 40 and section 44, 265
Certificate of competency referred to in section 306, certificate of competency referred to in section 266 and section 304 (1) (5)
a decision on the identification of a radio station taken pursuant to paragraph 1 may be signed by machine.

Chapter 14
Numbering
§ 98 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
TV areas
An order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency stipulates the division of Finland into telecommunications areas.
The division of telecommunications areas must be appropriate. In particular, special consideration must be given to the formation of telecommunications areas
taking into account the volume and orientation of telecommunications in a given area,
the technical structure of communication networks and the most efficient use of numbers.

Section 99 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency concerning numbering
When allocating telecommunications numbers and codes, the following must be taken into account:
1) clarity and efficiency of numbering; mixed
2) international obligations regarding numbering and symbols.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations concerning numbering. Transport and
FICORA may prescribe the numbers and codes that may be used in telecommunications and
for what purpose they must be used. In addition, numbers and symbols may be specified
geographical area of ​use.
Internet domain names are regulated separately.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must provide information on number ranges that can also be used
Outside Finland, the European Electronic Communications Regulatory Authority
cooperation body. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 100 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Numbering decision
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency decides on the information to be made available to telecommunications operators and other persons
numbers and symbols.
Numbers and codes must be distributed in such a way that telecom operators and other persons are treated for their activities
balanced in terms of quality and scope.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must make a decision on assigning a number or code
( numbering decision ) within three weeks of receipt of the application. If the number or
the symbol has an exceptional economic value, however, a numbering decision can be made
within six weeks of receipt of the application. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The numbering decision may oblige the holder of the right to use the number or symbol to take it
number within a reasonable time.
The numbering decision can be made for the time being or for the service to be provided
for an appropriate period. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may in the numbering decision
stipulate that the number must be used to provide a particular service, and make the number available
other necessary to ensure the clarity and efficiency of the numbering or the interests of users
conditions.
A telecommunications operator licensed to use a number or code shall not discriminate against other telecommunications operators
numbers and codes required for the use of the services. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 101 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Revocation of access to a number or code
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by decision, revoke the right to use a number or symbol,
if:
1) the holder of the right to use the number or symbol does not make the payment related to the numbering decision;
2) the number or symbol is used in contravention of the numbering decision; or
3) the number or code has not been introduced within a reasonable time of the numbering decision or its
the use has ceased and the holder of the right to use the number or symbol has not, despite the prompt
rectify its procedure within one month.
Access to a number or ID may also be revoked if there is otherwise to revoke
a very overriding reason relating to the clarity and efficiency of the numbering or to the interests of users; and
the holder of the right to use the number or logo has been given the opportunity to present his views
within one month. Consultation is unnecessary if the licensed company is
has ceased operations or the licensee has ceased to exist for any other reason.

Section 102 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Phone number portability
The telecommunications operator is obliged to immediately ensure that the contract with the telecommunications operator
the subscriber may, if he so wishes, transfer his telephone number to another undertaking when changing the service
provider. Validity of the fixed-term communication service agreement related to the telephone number no
release the telecommunications operator from the obligation to port the number. In the fixed telephone network, the transmission obligation is
valid only if the transmission takes place within the telecommunications area.
The subscriber's right to transfer the telephone number is valid for at least 1 month
from the date of termination, unless he waives this right. Subscriber agreement regarding the number to be ported
ends automatically when the transfer is completed. Giving and receiving
the telecommunications operator shall inform the subscriber of the progress of the transmission process. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The telecommunications operator may not charge the subscriber for the transfer of a telephone number. Causing a transfer
however, non-recurring costs may be reimbursed by the receiving telecommunications operator.
However, the compensation must not be so high as to preclude the use of the service. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
may, in individual cases, decide on the maximum amount of the lump sum.
The telecommunications operator does not have the obligation to transfer a telephone number referred to in subsection 1 to a fixed number
between the telephone network and the mobile network.
The telecommunications operator operating in the telephone network is obliged to contribute to ensuring that it is available
universal, comprehensive and free information service on ported telephone numbers.

Section 103 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Technical provisions for telephone number portability
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue technical regulations on telephone number portability.
The regulations of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may concern:
1) telephone numbers which, for technical reasons, are exempted from the obligation to transmit;
2) the technical implementation of portability;
3) call control related to the ported number;
4) the organization of an information service concerning ported telephone numbers;
5) other technical conditions for number portability comparable to those mentioned in paragraphs 1 to 4;
6) the functions of the transferring and receiving telecommunications operator when changing service provider;
7) details of informing the subscriber of the transfer process.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 104 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Telecommunications in the European Economic Area
The telecommunications operator operating in the telephone network is obliged to contribute to ensuring that the EEA States
can be called to non-geographical numbers used in Finland, if it is
technically and economically possible.
The telecommunications operator does not have the obligation referred to in subsection 1 if the recipient of the call is
for commercial reasons, restricted calls from certain geographical areas.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations referred to in subsection 1
technical measures necessary to fulfill this obligation.

Section 105 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Common international identification number
The telecommunications company operating in the telephone network is obliged to contribute to ensuring that users can
to call abroad using the common international access code 00.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations referred to in subsection 1
technical measures necessary to fulfill this obligation.

PART V.
USER AND SUBSCRIBER RIGHTS
IN THE COMMUNICATION SERVICE
§ 106 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Scope and enforceability
The provisions of this part may not be deviated from by contract to the detriment of the subscriber, unless otherwise provided in subsection 2
due to.
The provisions of section 118, section 125 (2) to (4), section 126, section 134 (1) and section 135
shall apply to a contract other than a consumer contract, unless otherwise agreed.
As for Section 106b, Section 108a, Subsections 1 and 3, Section 109, Subsection 2, Section 112, Subsection 1, 113
§ 118 (2), 119 and 121–124, apply not only to consumers but also
with a micro, small business and non-profit organization
unless otherwise agreed.

§ 106 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Limitations on scope
With the exception of section 107 (2), the provisions of this Part shall not apply to micro - enterprises which:
provide only number-independent interpersonal communication services. However, they must
inform the subscriber before concluding the contract.
The provisions of section 109 (2) to (5) and sections 114 and 116 do not apply to numbers
independent interpersonal communication services.
As regards Section 106b, Section 107 (3) and (4), Section 109 (2) and (4), Section 112 (1) and
Section 113 provides does not apply to transmission services between devices.
The provisions of sections 108, 112, 118, 119, 121, 122, 128 and 134 shall not apply independently
communication service provided free of charge.

Chapter 15
Communication service agreement
Section 106 b (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Pre - contractual information and contract summary
Before concluding a communications service contract, the telecommunications operator must provide the consumer
the information referred to in Chapter 2, Section 8 a or Chapter 6, Section 9 of the Consumer Protection Act (38/1978) . The information is
be given in a clear, comprehensible and permanent manner. If providing information on a permanent basis
is not possible, the telecommunications operator shall make the information easily accessible to the consumer
in a downloadable document which the telecommunications operator notifies the consumer. In this case, the telecommunications operator must fasten
consumer attention to the importance of downloading the document for data retention, subsequent use
and to reproduce the data unchanged.
A government decree may be adopted to implement Annex VIII of the Telecommunications Directive
more detailed provisions on pre-contractual information.
The information referred to in subsections 1 and 2 above shall be provided to disabled persons upon request
in an appropriate form.
The telecommunications operator must provide the consumer with an easy-to-read book free of charge before concluding the contract
summary of the contract. The contract summary must be made from a model contract summary that is generally used
providers of available electronic communications services are to be used by the European Parliament
and in accordance with Council Directive (EU) 2018/1972
using the model set out in Implementing Regulation (EU) No 2019/2243. If
it is technically impossible to provide a summary of the contract before the contract is concluded, it must be provided
immediately after the conclusion of the contract. In this case, the contract does not enter into force until the consumer is
after receiving the summary of the agreement, confirmed its acceptance of the agreement.

Section 107 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Terms and conditions and publication of information
Communication service contracts shall not contain terms or restrictions that are unreasonable for consumers.
The telecommunications operator may not apply to subscribers any different nationality, place of residence or place of establishment
unless the different conditions are objectively justified.
The telecommunications operator must publish:
1) the standard contract terms used;
2) price lists for communication services;
3) in the case of communication services between persons based on numbers provided by them, information
the availability of the emergency service and the availability and limitations of the location information of the subscriber;
4) in the case of communication services between persons independent of the numbers they provide, information
whether the use of emergency services is possible;
5) information on details of products and services intended for the disabled.
The information referred to in subsection 3 above shall be published in such a way that it is easily accessible without
compensation. The information shall also be published in a format accessible to persons with disabilities.

§ 108 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Communication service agreement
The communication service agreement between the telecommunications operator and the subscriber must be made in writing.
Internet connection service data transfer speed and some other Internet access service information
the communication service agreement provides for open internet access
measures and universal service and users' rights relating to electronic communications networks and
Directive 2002/22 / EC in the field of roaming services and roaming in general
amending Regulation (EU) No 531/2012 on mobile networks in the Union
Regulation (EU) 2015/2120 of the European Parliament and of the Council of
Regulation on the Internal Market for Electronic Communications .

Section 108 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Service package provided by a telecommunications company
If the telecommunications company provides an Internet access service or a number-based interpersonal service
a communication service to the consumer as a package together with other services or a terminal,
section 106b (4) applies mutatis mutandis to all services and terminal equipment in the package,
Section 107 (3) and (4), Section 109 (1), (2) and (4), Section 110a (1), Section 114 (4)
and section 116, paragraphs 2, 6 and 7.
If, according to law, the consumer has the right to unpack the contents of the package referred to in subsection 1
a contract for a service or terminal on the grounds that that service or terminal does not
has not been in conformity with the contract or has not been delivered, the consumer has the right to unpack everything into the package
contracts for the services or terminal equipment included in
If the telecommunications company has entered into an agreement with the consumer for Internet access service or numbers
the provision of an interpersonal communication service and the consumer obtains from the telecommunications operator
additional service or terminal related to the previous contract, the new contract may not be extended
the validity of the original contract, unless the consumer and the telecommunications operator expressly agree otherwise.

Section 109 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Duration of the communication service agreement
The communication service agreement is valid until further notice, unless otherwise agreed.
The telecommunications operator may enter into a fixed-term contract with the consumer for a maximum of 24 months.
However, a fixed-term mobile telephone subscription contract with a consumer is available
be valid for a maximum of 12 months.
The consumer is only obliged to pay the fees based on the communication service agreement
including when the connection is available.
If the fixed-term contract continues automatically at the end of the contract period, the contract is this
after the subscriber's dismissal can expire two weeks after the termination. The telecommunications company is
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inform the subscriber of the automatic renewal of the contract, the means of terminating the contract, and
provide advice on lower prices well in advance of the fixed-term contract
end. The information must be provided in a permanent manner.
The telecommunications operator must offer the consumer a free and easy-to-use opportunity to inspect
immediately the date of termination of its fixed-term mobile telephone subscription agreement.
The opportunity should be provided by text message or other similar easy to use and immediate
in a way that allows inspection. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations
the technical implementation of the service.

Section 110 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Net neutrality
Net neutrality is regulated by the EU Internal Market Regulation for electronic communications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue supervision of compliance with the decree mentioned in subsection 1
and provisions necessary for the implementation of this Regulation:
The technical characteristics of the Internet access service referred to in Article 5 (1), the service
minimum quality requirements and other appropriate and necessary measures
requirements;
(2) the documentation and statistics of the information referred to in Article 5 (2) and to these
the format and retention of related documents.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations 4 of the decree mentioned in subsection 1
the service used to verify the quality of the Internet access service referred to in Article 4 (4)
approval.

Section 110 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Switching your internet service provider
When a subscriber changes his or her Internet access service provider, the telecommunications company that transfers and receives is
obliged to ensure the continuity of the service, except for a maximum of 24 hours a day,
unless this is technically impossible. They must inform the subscriber of the progress of the exchange process.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may provide the continuity of the Internet access service and the exchange process
technical regulations. The regulations may concern:
1) the technical implementation of the continuity of the Internet access service;
2) the duties of the transferring and receiving telecommunications operator when changing service provider;
3) details of informing the subscriber about the exchange process;
4) other technical aspects of the continuity of Internet access service comparable to those mentioned in subsections 1 and 2
conditions.
The subscriber 's Internet access service agreement with the transferring service provider terminates when:
the internet service switching process has been completed.

§ 111 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Access to the internal network of a property or building
A housing company, a real estate company and a comparable entity that owns or
operates a fixed communication network within or between buildings which is
connected to the public communications network, is obliged to hand over to the telecommunications operator selected by the subscriber
on non-discriminatory terms, access to the property's or group of properties' internal communications network is free
capacity to transmit the communication service in the property to the subscriber's terminals.
The licensed telecommunications operator has the right to connect its public communications network to the property or
to the internal communication network of the building.
If no agreement is reached on the license within two months
upon receipt of the request, the parties may refer the matter to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
to be resolved. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must make a decision within two months
initiated the result.

§ 112
Usage limit, prepayment and security deposit
A telecommunications operator or consumer may set a reasonable euro-denominated usage limit for a communications service.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The telecommunications operator may only require the consumer to pay an advance payment or a guarantee for the communications service contract
at the time of the conclusion of the contract and only if there is foreseeable insolvency; or
a special reason due to another comparable circumstance. The advance payment or security deposit may not exceed
the total of the charges which are expected to accrue for the services provided before
the telecommunications operator may block the use of the communication service on the grounds of non-payment.

Section 113 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation of the telecommunications operator to provide information
If communication services are billed on the basis of the time or amount used, the telecommunications operator must provide
free of charge for the consumer to monitor charges for the use of the service.
The telecommunications operator shall inform the consumer and the user of the consumer 's subscription before
the cap on usage included in the pricing model is met and when the service included in the pricing model is
used completely.

§ 114
Amendment of the agreement
The telecommunications operator may change the charges in accordance with the communication service agreement in force until further notice and
other contract terms to the detriment of the consumer only:
1) on the grounds specified in the terms of the contract, if the content of the contract as a whole is not material
change;
2) on the basis of a change in legislation or a decision of an authority.
The telecommunications operator also has the right to enter into a communications service agreement valid until further notice
minor changes to the terms of the contract which do not affect the main content of the contract.
The terms of a fixed-term communication service contract may not be changed in the middle of the contract period by the consumer
to the prejudice of. However, changes to the terms of the contract are permitted if the need for change arises
changes in legislation or official decisions.
The telecommunications operator shall notify the subscriber of the change in the terms of the contract, their content and the change
not later than one month before the amended conditions enter into force. The telecommunications company is
notify the subscriber at the same time of his right to terminate his contract if the subscriber does not
accept the amended terms and conditions. The notification must be made clearly and comprehensibly in a durable manner
way. If the subscriber wishes to exercise his right to terminate the contract, it must do so within three months
within the notification of the telecommunications operator. In the case of an inter-device transfer service, this paragraph
applies only to consumers, micro-enterprises, small businesses and non-profit organizations
agreements with the Communities. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 115
Closing the communication service and restricting its use
The telecommunications operator has the right to close the communications service or restrict the use of the communications service if the subscriber does not
has not paid the outstanding fee for the communication service.
However, there is no right to close or restrict if:
1) the overdue payment is less than 50 euros;
2) the overdue payment is related to the receipt of a service other than a communication service;
3) the overdue payment is paid within two weeks of sending the payment request;
4) the consumer proves that the non-payment is due to illness, unemployment or other related
for a comparable reason beyond the control of the consumer and the outstanding balance is paid within one month
within one month of sending the request for payment;
5) the subscriber makes a reminder of the invoice before the due date and pays the undisputed part of the invoice
within the time limit.
The telecommunications operator also has the right to close the communications service if:
1) the subscriber has been declared bankrupt or the authority has otherwise declared him or her insolvent
and the subscriber does not provide a reasonable security;
2) the subscriber does not comply with the terms and conditions of the contract other than payment, despite the request; or
3) the subscriber or user has been prosecuted for the benefit of the subscription made using telecommunications
harassment.
The telecommunications operator also has the right to restrict the use of the communication service if the user exceeds section 112 (1)
the use limit referred to in paragraph. The telecommunications operator must inform the user in advance of the use
and at the same time instruct the user on how to restrict the use
preventable.
The telecommunications operator has the right not to connect calls or otherwise block such a communication service
use for an obvious purpose for an unlawful economic advantage and of which
formed subscriber fees.
What is provided above in this section on the right of a telecommunications operator to block the use of a communications service, no
restrict the telecommunications operator 's obligation to prevent the use of the communication service by the competent authority; or
on the basis of a court decision.

Section 116 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Termination of the contract
The consumer may terminate the communication service agreement orally or in writing. The consumer has a right
terminate an indefinite agreement at any time after two weeks
termination.
The subscriber has the right to terminate the communication service agreement after two weeks
termination if the telecommunications operator announces that it will change the terms of the contract to the detriment of the subscriber. If
the change in the terms of the contract is directly due to changes in legislation, however, the subscriber does not have
the right to terminate a fixed-term communications service contract.
The telecommunications operator must send the consumer a written confirmation of the termination.
The telecommunications operator must terminate the communications service agreement in writing.
Despite the term of the contract, the consumer has the right to terminate the contract
two weeks after the termination, if the consumer is in difficulty due to illness,
unemployment or a similar cause beyond his control, or if the maintenance of a contract
force is unreasonable for him for another special reason.
If the subscriber has the right under paragraph 2 or 5 to terminate the fixed-term contract before
the end of the contract period, the telecommunications operator may not charge the subscriber a communications service contract
payments for unused contract time, with the exception of compensation to the subscriber
the terminal equipment included in the contract. If the subscriber wants a contract
at the end of retaining the terminal equipment included in the contract, the telecommunications operator may not charge
the fair value of the terminal or the charge for the remaining contract period
higher compensation.
The telecommunications operator shall remove the barriers to the use of the terminal at the latest when:
the compensation referred to in subsection has been paid to the telecommunications operator. There is no charge for removing a block
fee.
In the case of a contract for a transmission service between devices, paragraphs 2, 6 and 7
applies only to consumers, micro-enterprises, small businesses and non-profit organizations
agreements with the Communities.

§ 117
Termination of the contract
The subscriber may terminate the communications service contract due to a delay or error of the telecommunications operator if:
breach of contract is material. The subscriber may terminate the communication service agreement orally or
in writing.
A telecommunications operator has the right to terminate a communications service agreement if the communications service has been pursuant to section 115
closed for at least one month and the conditions for closure remain in force.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The telecommunications operator must terminate the communications service agreement in writing.

§ 118
Delay in the delivery of the communication service and the right to withhold payment
The delivery of the communication service is delayed if the service has not been delivered at the agreed time, and
this is due to the subscriber and not the user or the fact on the subscriber's or user's side.

The subscriber is obliged to pay the fees based on the communication service agreement only from the moment
when the connection is available. After connecting the service, the consumer has the right to abstain
to pay such part of the fee as is necessary to pay the standard compensation for delay; and
as security for damages. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 119 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Standard compensation
The consumer is entitled to standard compensation when the delivery is as provided in section 118
delayed. The standard amount of compensation shall be at least EUR 20 for each week of delay which begins,
however, up to a maximum of EUR 160.
However, there is no right to standard compensation if the telecommunications operator proves that the delay was due to it
an obstacle beyond its control which it cannot reasonably be expected to exercise
taken into account in the conclusion of the contract and the consequences of which it could not reasonably have avoided, or
win.
If the delay is due to a person who has been assisted by the telecommunications operator in all or part of the contract
the telecommunications operator shall be released from liability only if that person is also in accordance with subsection 2
free from liability.

Section 120 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Error delivering communication service
There is an error in the delivery of the communication service if the quality or delivery method of the communication service does not correspond to it,
what can be considered agreed. The delivery of a communication service is incorrect if:
1) the quality of the communication service does not correspond to the law and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency issued pursuant thereto
the requirements set out in the regulation;
2) the delivery of the communication service is continuous for a reason other than that referred to in subsection 2, or
repeatedly interrupted and the interruption cannot be considered to be the cause and circumstances of the interruption
taking small; or
3) the communication service does not correspond to the information provided in marketing or otherwise deviates from what
the subscriber usually has reason to assume in connection with a similar service.
The fact that a telecommunications operator is temporarily without the subscriber's consent is not considered an error in the communications service
suspend or restrict the use of the communication service for a maximum of 24 hours in total
for a period of one calendar month if the interruption is necessary for the construction or operation of the communications network
for maintenance work or information security. The interruption must be kept to a minimum for the user
in a manner which causes harm and at such a time as to cause the least possible harm.
The suspension must be communicated effectively.

Section 121 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Error correction
The telecommunications operator is obliged to correct the error or renew the performance without causing it
costs to the consumer. However, the telecommunications operator is not obliged to correct the error if it
would impose unreasonable costs or unreasonable inconvenience on the telecommunications operator. Cost
in assessing unfairness and unreasonable inconvenience, particular account must be taken of the error
significance and value of performance if it were in accordance with the contract.
Even if the consumer does not demand the correction of the error or the renewal of the performance, the telecommunications operator receives its own
correct the defect at its own expense if it is offered without delay when the consumer reports the defect
to do it. The consumer may refuse the adjustment if it would cause him substantial inconvenience or
the risk that the costs to the consumer will not be reimbursed or if the refusal
there is another special reason.
The telecommunications operator shall not claim that it has not been given an opportunity to rectify if the consumer has remedied it
error and the circumstances cannot reasonably be expected to have left the consumer
wait for the telecommunications operator to rectify.

Section 122 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Price reduction and standard rebate
Unless there is a question of correcting the error or performing it again, or if no such correction is made
within a reasonable time after the consumer has reported the defect, the consumer is entitled to the defect
corresponding price reduction.
The consumer is entitled to a standard credit if the error referred to in section 120 is based on delivery
suspension. The amount of the standard credit shall be at least EUR 20 for each week of suspension which begins,
however, up to a maximum of EUR 160. If the consumer is paid a standard credit, he is not entitled 1
the price reduction referred to in paragraph 1 as a result of the same interruption.
However, there is no right to a standard credit if the telecommunications operator proves that the interruption was due to it
an obstacle beyond its control which it cannot reasonably be expected to exercise
taken into account in the conclusion of the contract and the consequences of which it could not reasonably have avoided, or
win.

Section 123 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Liability for damages
The consumer is entitled to compensation for damage he suffers from a delay in delivery or
due to an interruption or other error in the communication service. If the consumer is entitled 119
The standard compensation referred to in section, the right to compensation is only insofar as the damage
exceeds the amount of standard compensation paid.
The telecommunications operator is responsible for any delay or interruption in delivery or any other communication service
indirect damage caused by an error only if the damage was caused by negligence
on the telecommunications side. The following are considered indirect damage:
1) loss of earnings caused to the consumer by a delay, interruption or consequent
measures;
2) damage resulting from an obligation arising from another contract;
3) a substantial loss of the benefit of the use of the communication service, which does not result in a direct financial loss
damage, as well as a substantial inconvenience to it.

Section 124 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation to report an error or delay
The consumer may not invoke the delay unless he notifies the telecommunications operator of the delay within a reasonable time.
in time after the service has been provided. The consumer may not plead the error unless he reports
error to the telecommunications operator within a reasonable time after it has discovered the error or he should
had to detect it.
Notwithstanding subsection 1, the consumer may plead delay or error if the telecommunications operator is
acted with gross negligence or disrespect and worthlessness or, in the case of a communications service
does not comply with the provisions of the Act or a regulation of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency issued on the basis thereof
requirements.

§ 125
Unauthorized use of the communication service
The telecommunications operator shall immediately close the communications service or prevent its use if the communications service
The subscriber, user, police, insurance company or other telecommunications company reports that the communication service
the device used for administration has disappeared, is unlawfully in the possession or possession of another
used illegally and requests that the communication service be shut down or blocked.
The subscriber is only responsible for the unauthorized use of the communication service if the device is lost or lost
unauthorized possession or unauthorized use is due to the subscriber or user
negligence that is not mild.
The subscriber is not responsible for the unauthorized use of the communication service insofar as there is a communication service
used after the subscriber or user has done the telecommunication referred to in subsection 1
notification.
The provisions of this section shall apply subject to the kind of payment services (290/2010) other
due to. (14.12.2017 / 900)

§ 126
Opening a closed communication service
At the request of the subscriber, the telecommunications operator shall open a closed communications service pursuant to section 115 or 125, or
remove the usage restriction as soon as it is no longer necessary to restrict access or close the communication service
no reason.
The telecommunications operator shall have the right to charge a reasonable fee for opening the communications service and
removing the usage restriction. However, the fee referred to in section 115 (4) may not be charged
removing the usage restriction.

§ 127
Obligation of the telecommunications operator to restrict the use of the communication service
A telecommunications operator whose communications network or part of a network is used by another telecommunications operator
when providing a communications service or charging on behalf of another telecommunications operator is on request
prevent the use of the communications service of another telecommunications operator if:
1) it has the conditions in accordance with section 115; and
2) the telecommunications operator requesting the blocking cannot itself block the use of its communications service.

§ 128
Joint and several liability of the telecommunications operator, service provider and seller
A consumer who has the right to withhold payment or to obtain a refund, damages or
any other payment from the trader as a result of this breach of contract is this right
also to the telecommunications operator that has invoiced the consumer for the consumer good. The telecommunications company is not
however, is obliged to pay the consumer more than he has received in payments.
If the consumer product contract is terminated, the consumer can also invoke the termination
against the telecommunications operator that invoiced the consumer good.
A telecommunications operator which has paid the consumer in accordance with this section shall be entitled to receive
the amount paid by the trader or telecommunications operator with the contract
with the trader.

Section 129 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Information on prices and numbering changes
The telecommunications operator must provide subscribers with information on communications services at least once a year
at the lowest prices.
The telecommunications operator must effectively and in a timely manner inform subscribers of the telephone network
numbering changes.

Section 130 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation to publish quality of service
An Internet access service provider and a publicly available interpersonal communication service provider
publish up - to - date information on the quality and characteristics of the services provided by the company; and
accessibility of services for disabled users.
Measures to ensure the quality of service for telecommunications companies must be electronic in the EU
comply with the Internal Market Regulation.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue an order on the information to be published referred to in subsection 1 and
taking into account the European Electronic Communications Regulatory Authority
BEREC guidelines.

Chapter 16
Internet access and number based
special provisions for communications services
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
§ 131
Automatic call forwarding
At the request of the subscriber, the telecommunications operator must remove the payment made by a third party free of charge
automatic call forwarding to the user subscription.

Section 132 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Subscription identification
The telecommunications company must provide a service that allows the recipient of the call to see the caller's number
before answering the call. Display the caller's number on the phone to the recipient of the call
however, it must be possible to prevent.
The telecommunications operator providing the identification of the subscription must provide the subscriber with an easy-to-use option
prevent:
1) identification of his subscription;
2) subscription identification of incoming calls;
3) receiving incoming calls whose subscription recognition is blocked, when it is
technically and without unreasonable cost possible; mixed
4) identification of the subscription to which incoming calls have been transferred.
The services referred to in subsection 2 (1), (2) and (4) shall be free of charge for the subscriber.
The telecommunications operator providing the identification of the subscription must provide the user with an easy-to-use and free-of-charge service
the ability to block the identification of their subscription for each outgoing call.
The telecommunications operator shall inform the subscriber and the user of the services referred to in this section.
The telecommunications operator shall ensure that the prohibitions referred to in subsections 2 and 4 can be overridden
when handing over information to the authorities receiving emergency notifications in accordance with section 321 or to the police
as specifically provided. Information retained on the basis of section 157 below may be obtained
issued only to those authorities which are entitled to it by law.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue technical regulations referred to in subsections 2, 4 and 6
override authentication.

Section 133 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Section 133 has been repealed by L on 30.12.2020 / 1207 .

§ 134 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Invoice breakdown and link-specific breakdown
The telecommunications operator shall, free of charge and without request, specify the invoice resulting from the use of the subscription. From the bill
it must be difficult to identify at least the items to be invoiced for the following transactions:
1) local calls and network charges for calls referred to in paragraphs 2 to 4;
2) long distance calls;
3) international calls;
4) mobile calls;
5) basic fees;
6) text messages, picture messages and other messages;
7) data transmission services;
8) Additional paid services as provided in subsection 2.
The telecommunications operator shall specify the surcharge services referred to in subsection 1 (8) above
for invoice:
1) the amount, time and recipient of the payment for connections that fall within the scope of the Payment Services Act
payment transactions covered by
2) the amount, time and recipient of the payment for connections which are exclusively related to the Payment Services Act
automatic payment of a good or service which does not fall within its scope
service and which primarily cause the subscriber other than those arising from the use of the communication service
fees;
3) by type of service, connections other than those referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 which give rise to
charges to the subscriber other than those arising from the use of the communication service.
The information referred to in subsection 2 above may not include data covered by the protection of privacy
communication information.
At the request of the subscriber, the telecommunications operator shall provide a connection-specific breakdown of the invoice free of charge. Unless 2
or subject to subsection 3, the specification shall be given to the subscriber in such a way that the telephone number three
the last digit is obscured or otherwise in such a way that the second of the communication cannot be identified from the specification
party.
At the request of the user, the telecommunications operator shall provide a connection-specific breakdown of the invoice. that has
specified the subscriber numbers of the parties to the communication or other identification information of the communication service
perfectly. A user under the age of 15 is represented by his or her guardian. In addition to representing the child
provided for in the Child Custody and Access Act (361/1983) . Other than
a minor with a disability is represented by his or her guardian. For the disabled referred to above
representation is provided for in the Guardianship Act (442/1999) .
The invoice-specific breakdown of the invoice must not contain brokerage information for free services. The subscriber has
the right to obtain an unspecified invoice upon request.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations for the specification referred to in this section
content and implementation.

§ 134 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Refund of unused balance when changing service provider
If the consumer has paid for the services in advance, the transferring telecommunications operator must return
at the consumer's request, the unused balance when he changes provider. The telecommunications company can
charge a fee for the return only if agreed in the communication service agreement. The fee can be
up to the actual cost of the return to the telecommunications operator.

Section 135 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
The right to restrict the use of the subscription to a non-communication service
to receive
At the request of the subscriber, the telecommunications operator shall prevent the use of the subscription for purposes other than
communication service and outbound traffic to a particular type of traffic, if technically blocked
easily feasible. If the block is later removed at the request of the subscriber, the telecommunications operator may charge
measure payment.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the blocking services available to the subscriber
at least to be provided, the technical implementation of barring services and call cost information.
A telecommunications operator has the right to prevent the use of a service other than a communications service if:
1) the subscriber does not pay the overdue invoice caused by a non-communication service for two weeks
after sending the request for payment;
2) the subscriber exceeds the usage limit referred to in section 112;
3) it is necessary to prevent abuse or damage.
The telecommunications operator shall immediately notify the subscriber of the blocking of use referred to in subsection 3.
The telecommunications operator has the right not to connect calls or otherwise prevent such other than
the use of a communication service the obvious purpose of which is to obtain an unlawful economic advantage
which imposes charges on the subscriber.

PART VI
CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVACY OF COMMUNICATIONS
PROTECTION
Chapter 17
Electronic messaging, transmission data and crime information
processing (19.12.2018 / 1266)
§ 136
Confidentiality of message and transmission information
A communication party may process its own electronic messages and related transmission data, unless otherwise provided by law.
otherwise provided.
Radio communications intended for general reception and their transmission data may be processed, unless required by law
otherwise provided. Such radio communications are:
1) broadcasts of television and radio programs;
2) emergency calls;
3) radio communication on a public paging channel;
4) amateur radio communications;
5) shortwave radio communications in the 27 MHz frequency band;
6) radio communications other than those referred to in clauses 1–5, which are intended for general purposes
to be received.
Other electronic messages and transmission data may be processed with the consent of the party to the communication or if
the law so provides.
A person who has received or otherwise received information by electronic message, radio communication or
information not intended for him may not be obtained without the consent of the party to the communication
express or exploit the content of the message, transmission information or information about the existence of the message, unless required by law
otherwise provided.
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 3, radio communications or their transmission data may be processed
by means of automatic data processing statistically in the case of:
1) radio communications related to the remote control of a scale model or unmanned vessel;
2) a radio communication connection between the terminal and the wireless LAN or mobile network
for the formation or maintenance of
(17.6.2016 / 456)
Subsection 5 added by L 456/2016 is temporarily in force from 20 June 2016 to 21 June 2024 .
The radio communication referred to in subsection 5 above or its transmission information may be processed only if
no individual can be identified in the processing or in the result of the processing.
(17.6.2016 / 456)

Subsection 6 added by L 456/2016 is temporarily in force from 20 June 2016 to 21 June 2024 .

§ 137
General processing principles of a communication intermediary
The processing of electronic messages and transmission data is permitted only for the purpose of the processing
to the extent required and shall not prejudice the protection of confidential communications and privacy
more than is necessary.
Electronic messages and transmission data may only be disclosed to those who have the right
process the data in the relevant situation.
After processing, electronic messages and transmission data shall be destroyed or the transmission data shall be made such that:
they may not be connected to the subscriber or user, unless otherwise provided by law.
Electronic messages and transmission data may only be processed by a person acting on behalf of the communications intermediary or subscriber,
which processes messages and transmission data for the purposes specifically provided for in this Chapter
to implement.

§ 138
Processing for the transmission of communications and the implementation of the service, and
to ensure data security
Electronic messages and transmission data can be processed to the extent necessary for communication
and the implementation of the agreed service, and in the manner provided for in section 272 on information security
to take care of.
When providing the service referred to in subsection 1, a communications intermediary and a value-added service provider shall:
inform the subscriber or user what kind of transmission data is being processed and for how long
take.

§ 139
Processing for invoicing
Communication intermediaries can process for the determination and billing of their mutual payments
necessary transmission information.
An information society service provider can handle a communications network managed by a telecommunications operator
video recordings, sound recordings and other paid services provided through
mediation information necessary for invoicing and other information necessary for invoicing.
The information society service provider has the right to obtain this information from the telecommunications operator.
Information related to the determination of the invoice must be kept for at least three months of the invoice
the due date or the recording of the transmission information, whichever is the earlier
later. However, the data may no longer be retained after the debt is due
obsolete under the Limitation Act (728/2003) . Disagreement over the bill

however, records of the resulting invoice shall be retained until agreed; or
legally settled.
The communication intermediary shall inform the subscriber or user of the nature of the transmission data and
how long it takes to process them.
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§ 140
Processing for marketing
In order to market its own services, a communications intermediary may process transmission data to that extent and so on
as long as such marketing requires, if provided by the subscriber or user to whom the information relates
consent.
The consent holder shall be able to withdraw the processing of the transfer data
consent.

§ 141
Processing for technical development
The communication broker can process the transmission information for the communication transmission or communication service technical
for development.
Before starting the processing referred to in subsection 1, the subscriber or user must be informed of what
the transmission data is processed and how long it takes to process it. The notification may be a one-off.

§ 142
Processing for statistical analysis
The communication broker can process the transmission data using automatic data processing statistical
for analysis if:
1) the analysis cannot otherwise be produced without undue effort; and
2) no single natural person can be identified from the analysis.
What is provided in subsection 1 also applies to the right of the legal person who is the subscriber to process
transmission information of its subscription and terminal.

Section 143 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Right to handling cases of abuse
The communications broker can process the brokerage information for a paid service free of charge or for others
for the detection, prevention and control of parallel misuse
to find out.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations referred to in subsection 1
technical implementation of the processing of transfer data.

§ 144
Processing to detect a technical fault or error
The communication broker may process the transmission information if it is necessary for the transmission of the communication
to detect, prevent or resolve a technical fault or error that has occurred.

Section 145 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Recording of processing data
The communication agent shall keep detailed transaction information confidential and
what happens in information systems that contain data that is important for the protection of privacy
processing of transmission data, where technically possible and without unreasonable cost.
The transaction data must indicate the time, duration and processor of the processing. Event information is
shall be kept for two years from the date of their storage.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the recording referred to in subsection 1
and the technical implementation of conservation.

Section 145 a (19.12.2018 / 1266)
The right of a telecommunications operator to process personal data related to criminal offenses
When a telecommunications operator processes personal data of natural persons for the protection of personal data
free movement of such information and repealing Directive 95/46 / EC
(General Data Protection Regulation) of the European Parliament and of the Council
2016/679 in order to pursue its legitimate interests in accordance with Article 6 (1) (f),
the telecommunications operator has the right to deal with the telecommunications operator, its customers or other telecommunications operators
information necessary to prevent damage to the business of telecommunications operators
crimes against the public and identity theft against telecommunications customers.
A telecommunications operator may store and transfer information to another telecommunications operator for the purposes of subsection 1
criminal convictions for the following offenses:
1) fraud and serious fraud;
2) payment instrument fraud;
3) identity theft;
4) dishonesty of the debtor and gross dishonesty of the debtor;
5) fraud of the debtor and gross fraud of the debtor.
The necessary information referred to in subsection 1 above is:
1) the name and personal identity number of the person convicted of the offense or, if not available,
date of birth or address;
2) the name of the court, the date of the decision and the number of the decision;
3) the offense attributed to the offense and the time of the commission of the offense.
The stored data shall be deleted without delay if the criminal conviction is overturned or revoked, or rectified,
if the criminal conviction is changed. However, the data must be deleted after five years at the latest
the first storage of data. In addition, the processing of data must be subject to the Data Protection Act
(1050/2018) measures provided for in section 6 ( 2) to protect the rights of the data subject.

Chapter 18
Special regulation for community subscribers
§ 146
Community subscriber's right to handle cases of abuse
The subscriber shall have the right to process the transmission data against a paid information society service,
unauthorized use of a communications network or communications service or in Chapter 30, Section 11 of the Penal Code
to prevent and clarify the disclosure of trade secrets referred to in this Act
Sections 147–156 provide. (10.8.2018 / 606)
Unauthorized use of a communication network or communication service may be a device, program, or service
installation on the communication network of the social subscriber, unauthorized access to the third party
social subscriber communications network or communications service or other similar communications network
or the use of a communication service, if it is referred to in section 147 (3)
contrary to the instructions.
The right referred to in subsection 1 above does not apply to fixed or mobile telephone services
transmission information.

§ 147
Community subscriber 's duty of care in cases of abuse
Before starting the processing of transmission data, the community subscriber must have a paid information society
to prevent unauthorized use of the service, communication network or communication service:
Restrict access to and use of its communications network and services; and
take other measures to protect the use of their communications network and services
appropriate information security measures;
Define the types of electronic messages that may be transmitted and retrieved through its communications network; and
how its communications network and communications service may otherwise be used and to which destination addresses
communication is not allowed.
The community subscriber must disclose trade secrets before processing the transmission data
to prevent:
(1) restrict access to trade secrets and take other measures with respect to its communications network; and
to protect the use of their communications services and data through appropriate information security measures;
2) determine how business secrets may be transferred, handed over or otherwise handled in the communications network
and what kind of destination addresses the persons entitled to handle trade secrets are not
entitled to send electronic messages.
(10.8.2018 / 606)
In order to prevent the abuses referred to in subsections 1 and 2, the community subscriber shall provide
written instructions to the user of the communication network or communication service.

§ 148
Community subscriber's planning and cooperation obligation in cases of abuse
The community subscriber must, before starting the processing of transmission data referred to in section 146 (1)
designate the persons whose tasks include the processing of the transfer data or define those
tasks. Transmission data can only be processed by the social network and the communication service of the social subscriber
maintenance and security and safety personnel.
If the community subscriber is an employer covered by the co-operation legislation, he must:
1) deal with the procedures to be followed in the processing of transmission data referred to in sections 146–156
criteria and practices in Chapter 4 of the Act on Co-operation in Enterprises (334/2007) ,
the Act on Co - operation in Government Agencies and Institutions (1233/2013) and the Employer and
personnel on cooperation between the law on municipalities (449/2007) referred to in
in the cooperation procedure;
2) inform the employees or their decisions about the processing of the transfer data
to their representatives in the same way as Article 21 ( 2 ) of the Act on the Protection of Privacy at Work (759/2004)
provided for in paragraph.
If the community subscriber is an employer who is not covered by the co-operation legislation, it is his
consult employees on the matters referred to in subsection 2 (1) of this section and inform
of them to employees as in Section 21 (1) and (2) of the Act on the Protection of Privacy in Employment
provided for in paragraph.
If the community subscriber is not an employer, the community subscriber must inform users in sections 146–156
procedures and practices for the processing of

§ 149
The right of the Community subscriber to process a paid information society service,
to detect unauthorized use of a communications network or communication service
The social subscriber may process the transfer data using an automatic search function, which may be based on
message size, aggregate size, type, number, connection type, or destination addresses.
An institutional subscriber may process transmission data manually if there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that:
a communications network, communications service or paid information society service is used pursuant to section 147 (3)
contrary to the instructions referred to in paragraph 1 and if:
1) an anomaly has been detected in the communication by means of the automatic search function;
2) the cost of using a paid information society service has risen unusually
high;
3) a device, program or service installed there is detected in the communication network without the right; or
4) in an individual case, another generally observable circumstance similar to items 1–3
it can be concluded that a communications network, a communications service or a paid information society service
used in contravention of the instructions referred to in section 147 (3).
The precondition for the processing referred to in subsections 1 and 2 above is that the event or act
likely to cause significant inconvenience or damage to the community subscriber.
The condition for the processing referred to in subsection 2 above is also that the information is necessary
to identify unauthorized use and those responsible for it, and to put an end to unauthorized use.

§ 150
Community subscriber 's right to process business secrets
(10.8.2018 / 606)
The social subscriber may process the transfer data using an automatic search function, which may be based on
the size, aggregate size, type, number, method of communication or
destination addresses.
An institutional subscriber may process transmission data manually if there are reasonable grounds for suspecting that:
a trade secret has been issued unauthorized using a communication network or communication service
to an outsider, and if:
1) an anomaly has been detected in the communication by means of the automatic search function;
2) the trade secret is published or used without permission; or
3) in an individual case, from other, generally observable items similar to 1 or 2
it may be inferred from this that the trade secret was unauthorizedly disclosed to an outsider.
(10.8.2018 / 606)
The precondition for the processing referred to in subsections 1 and 2 above is that the suspect has a business secret
disclosure is directed at the business activities of the entity subscriber or its partner
key business secrets or the results of technological or other development work which:
are likely to be significant for the establishment or pursuit of a business.
(10.8.2018 / 606)
The condition for the processing referred to in subsection 2 above is also that the information is necessary
disclosure of trade secrets and those responsible. (10.8.2018 / 606)

§ 151
Specific restrictions on the right of access in cases of abuse
Automatic retrieval may not be targeted, and relay information may not be retrieved or retrieved manually
for processing of Judicial Procedure, Chapter 17 § 20 of the data to find out as referred to in subsection 1
to obtain. (12/06/2015 / 758)
In order to ascertain the disclosure of trade secrets, the employing community subscriber may only process
transmission data of its users to whom the Community subscriber has provided or who otherwise has
access to trade secrets in a manner approved by the community subscriber. (10.8.2018 / 606)

§ 152
Obligation of the community subscriber to inform the user in cases of abuse
The community subscriber shall prepare the information referred to in section 149 (2) and section 150 (2)
a report on the manual processing of the transmission data, showing:
1) the basis, time and duration of the processing;
2) the reason why manual processing of the transmission data has been initiated;
3) processors;
4) the person who decided on the processing.
The statement must be signed by the persons involved in the hearing. The statement must be kept
at least two years from the end of the proceedings referred to in section 149 or 150.
The statement referred to in subsection 1 above shall be notified to the subject of processing
to the user of the communication network or communication service as soon as it can take place for the purpose of the processing
without compromising. However, the report does not need to be provided to those users who have brokerage information
processed in bulk so that the transmission data of the users have not come to the attention of the processor.
The user has the right, notwithstanding the obligation of confidentiality based on law or agreement
disclose the statement and the information received in connection therewith concerning his or her interests or rights
for processing.

§ 153
Obligation of the community subscriber to inform the employees' representative
cases of abuse
If the institutional subscriber is an employer, it must provide the employees' representative with an annual report in accordance with Article 149 (2)
and the manual processing of transmission data referred to in section 150 (2)
a statement showing the basis and number of times the brokerage data are available during the year
processed during.
The statement referred to in subsection 1 above shall be provided on the basis of an employment or collective bargaining agreement
elected shop steward or, if one has not been elected, in Chapter 13, Section 3 of the Employment Contracts Act (55/2001)
to the Trustee referred to in If employees in a group of employees have not selected
shop steward or trustee, a statement of the co-operation in the companies must be provided
Section 8 of the Act on Co-operation between Employers and Employees in Municipalities
To the co - operation representative referred to in section 3 or co - operation in state agencies and
to the representative referred to in section 6 (2) of the Act on Institutions. If these are not selected either,
the report must be provided to all employees in this category of staff.
Employee representatives and employees referred to in subsection 2 shall be kept secret
breaches of business secrets of which he becomes aware and suspicions of breach of business secrets throughout
the duration of the employment relationship. Official and other public servants
the obligation of professional secrecy applies to what is provided in the Act on the Publicity of the Activities of Authorities
law and elsewhere provided by law. The foregoing shall not preclude the disclosure of information
supervisory authority. (10.8.2018 / 606)

§ 154
Prior notification and annual report to the EDPS
cases of abuse
The Community subscriber shall inform the Data Protection Officer in advance of the processing of the transfer data
starting. The prior notification must indicate:
1) the grounds for the procedures to be followed in the processing of transmission data referred to in sections 149 and 150
and practices;
2) the tasks referred to in section 148 (1);
3) how the institutional subscriber has arranged the matters referred to in section 148 (2) (2) or (3)
their pre-processing information obligation.
The Community subscriber shall provide the Data Protection Officer with an annual ex-post
manual handling. The report must indicate on what basis and how many times
brokerage data have been processed during the year.

§ 155
The right of a community subscriber to retain brokerage data in cases of abuse
The provisions of sections 146–154 do not entitle the institutional subscriber to keep the transmission information in the register
longer than is otherwise permitted by law.

§ 156
The right of the Community subscriber to provide information in cases of abuse
Notwithstanding the provisions of section 137, the institutional subscriber has the right to transfer as an interested party
sections 146 to 155 in connection with a criminal report or a request for an investigation made by the police
the electronic communications network or communication service user of the
message delivery information.

Chapter 19
Information related to official activities
§ 157 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Obligation to retain data for official purposes
Notwithstanding the provisions of this Part concerning the processing of transmission data, the Ministry of the Interior
the telecommunications operator ( custodian ) designated separately by its decision must take care
subject to the conditions set out below, that the storage obligation is subject to paragraphs 2 and 3
the information shall be stored in accordance with the retention periods provided for in subsection 4.
The retention obligation does not apply to minor telecommunications activities. Retained data may be used
only the offenses referred to in Chapter 10, Section 6, Subsection 2 of the Coercive Measures Act (806/2011)
to investigate and prosecute. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The retention obligation applies to information related to:
(1) mobile telephone network services provided by a custodian undertaking; or
to the SMS service, including calls where a connection has been established but to a call
not answered or the call is barred due to a network management measure;
2) Internet telephony service provided by a custodian company, which means
provided by the service company to end customers up to the Internet protocol based call
enabling service;
3) the Internet access service provided by the company subject to the custody obligation.
In the services referred to in subsection 2 (1) and (2), the storage obligation applies to the subscriber and
the name and address of the registered user, the identifier of the subscription and the information that can be used
identify the user of the communication service and identify the type of communication, the recipient of the communication and
according to the time and duration of the communication, communication events including call forwarding. In addition, 2
in the case of a service referred to in paragraph 1, the obligation to retain applies to information which:
the device used for communication and the location of the device and the interface used in it can be identified
at the start of the communication event. In the service referred to in subsection 2 (3)
the retention obligation applies to the name and address of the subscriber and registered user, the identifier of the subscription
and an installation address and information for identifying the user of the communication service
the device used and the time and duration of use of the service. The data to be retained should be limited to
which is necessary in view of the technical implementation of the service in this paragraph
to identify the matters referred to in
Data on the services referred to in subsection 2 (1) shall be kept for 12 months,
Information on the service referred to in subsection 2 (3) for 9 months and in subsection 2 (2)
information on the services referred to in The data retention period begins with the communication event
from the time of.
The retention obligation does not apply to the content of the message or to the content of browsing websites
transmission information.
The custody obligation is conditional on the information being available and the custodian of the company
in connection with the provision of publicly available communications services under this Act or natural
the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and
Regulation (EU) of the European Parliament and of the Council repealing Directive 95/46 / EC
2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation).
More detailed provisions on the data to be retained may be issued by a Government decree.
The technical details of the data to be retained on the basis of the retention obligation are laid down
In the order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 158 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Adherence to the processing of data retained for official purposes
obligations and procedures
The company subject to the custody obligation must consult before fulfilling the custody obligation
with the Ministry of the Interior on the data retention needs of the authorities. Custodian
the company decides on the technical implementation of the data retention. The information must be kept
cost-effectively. In addition, the business of the custodian company must be taken into account
needs and the technical characteristics of the systems, as well as the needs of the paying authority.
Data retention must be designed in such a way that no more than one data is retained
company.
The Ministry of the Interior has the right to procure a system from an external service provider to which
data subject to the retention obligation may be transferred. The custodian company has
the right to store in the system also data which have not yet been processed for personal use
finished.
Section 247 applies to the obligation of a custodian to take care of data security.
The custodian shall designate the persons who have the right to process the data to be retained or
the tasks in which they may be handled. The custodian company must take care of that subscriber
information is available on data retention and its purpose.
It must be possible to provide the authority with the information to be retained without undue delay.
The custodian shall, where appropriate, cooperate with the network operator in such a way that:
the available information referred to in section 157, which is processed by the network operator, shall also be retained
to perform the service of the custodian.
More detailed provisions may be laid down for the implementation of the obligation to retain data
by a Government decree.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the technical aspects of data retention
implementation and security.

§ 159
Statistics on the use of data retained for official purposes
The Ministry of the Interior shall submit to the Parliamentary Ombudsman annually the statistics of this Act
the use of data retained on the basis of Statistics should include:
1) the cases in which the retained information was submitted to the authority;
2) cases in which the authority's request for information concerning the retained information could not be complied with;
3) information on how long it took for the stored data to be stored in the authority's request for information.
The Ministry of the Interior shall also take into account the statistics referred to in subsection 1 of the Police Act (872/2011) ,

on the basis of the Coercive Measures Act or another law to the Parliamentary Ombudsman for telemonitoring and
in its reports on the use of wiretapping.

Chapter 20
Location information and other location of the subscription or terminal
expressive information
§ 160
Location data processing and disclosure
Location information that can be associated with a natural person may be processed by a value-added service
provided and exploited by the subscriber or user concerned
their consent or consent unequivocally emerges from the context or if required by law
provided for.
The consent referred to in subsection 1 above may not deviate from what is elsewhere in this Act
provides for the right of the user and the subscriber to receive location information.
Location data may only be processed to the extent required for the purpose for which it was processed and may not
restrict the protection of privacy more than is necessary. After processing, the location information is
destroyed or rendered in such a way that they cannot be connected to the subscriber or user, unless otherwise provided by law
provided for.
Location data may only be processed by and on behalf of a value-added service provider
persons responsible for processing location data in accordance with this Chapter.
A person who has received or otherwise received information about location information not intended for him
may not disclose or use location information or information without the consent of the locator
unless otherwise provided by law.

§ 161
Obligation to provide information
The value-added service provider must ensure that the location is easily and continuously available
information on the accuracy of the location data processed, the precise purpose and duration of the processing
and whether the location information may be disclosed to a third party for the provision of a value-added service
for. The value added service provider must ensure that this information is locable
available before the consent referred to in section 160 (1).

§ 162
Subscriber and User Rights
The subscriber or user must be able to easily and without separate payment cancel Section 160 (1)
consent referred to in subsection, unless otherwise provided by law. The locator must have
the possibility to temporarily and without separate charge temporarily prohibit the processing of location data, if any
technically and without unreasonable cost possible.
The user has the right to obtain the value-added service provider and the communications intermediary in their possession
existing location data and relay data indicating the subscription or terminal
location at a specific time.
In the case of consent, prohibition and right of access to the processing of location data
a person under the age of 15 is represented by his or her guardian. In addition, child representation is provided for the child
in the Maintenance and Access Act. Other than representing a minor with a disability
his trustee, unless this is impossible due to the technical implementation of the service. Above
the representation of the disabled person referred to in the Act on Guardianship is provided for in the Act on Guardianship.

PART VII
SPECIAL REGULATIONS RELATING TO ELECTRONIC SERVICES
Chapter 21
Domains
§ 163 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Scope of application
This chapter applies to the Finnish country code ( fi country code ) and Åland
domain names ending in a domain name ( ax domain code) and their associated
domain name operations and domain forwarding.
The provisions of this Chapter concerning the domain name register maintained by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency,
also applies to domains ending in the domain name ax
to the register.

Section 164 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Finnish Transport and Communications Agency domain name operations and domain names
forwarding
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency maintains a register of domain names ending in a fi country code
( domain name registry ) and a database of domain names for technical information on Internet traffic
for control ( en-root ).
Entries in the domain name register may only be made as referred to in section 165
the domain name broker ( domain broker ). Transport and
However, FICORA may mark single-character and other characters for the purposes of domain name management
domains for free. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency can also make a domain name register
other entries necessary for the implementation of this Act.
A domain name can be assigned to a legal entity, a private trader or another
community or natural person ( domain name user ).

Section 165 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Domain Broker Reporting Obligations
The domain broker must notify the domain name registry before starting operations
to the managing authority. The notification must include the identity of the domain name broker,
the e-mail address to be used for consultations and notifications and other
necessary information.
Changes to the information provided by the domain broker must be reported immediately
To the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. Termination of operations must be notified to the Traffic and
To FICORA and customers no later than two weeks in advance. Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
Customers shall be notified immediately of a prohibition decision made pursuant to section 171 (2).
More detailed regulations on the submission of the notification and its content may be issued to the Traffic and
By order of FICORA.

Section 166 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Domain format and content
Domain can be a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 63 characters.
Domain cannot be:
1) respond to another's protected name or mark, unless the domain user is able to represent
an acceptable basis for domain name registration; or
2) resembles another’s protected name or mark if the domain name is marked for obvious use
or for the purpose of damaging.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue regulations necessary for the functionality of the domain name
definitions, shape, length and permitted characters.

Section 167 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Entry of information in the domain name register and publication of information
The domain name must be entered in the domain user name. The domain broker is
enter in the domain name register correct, up - to - date and up - to - date information on the domain user
identify the information and the e-mail address to be used for consultations and notifications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may publish it on its website and in other electronic forms
information about the domain name register in the service. The protection of personal data is provided for natural
the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and
Regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council repealing Directive 95/46 / EC
(EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation) and the supplementary Data Protection Act. Registry information
Section 16 of the Act on the Disclosure of the Activities of Public Authorities otherwise applies to extradition.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
A domain name entered in the domain name register is valid for a maximum of five years.
A domain name broker can renew a domain name for up to five years
one at a time.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the technical marking
implementation and the information to be provided in connection with the labeling, as well as the domain name
user identification. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 168 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Transfer a domain and change your domain broker
A domain user can transfer a domain to another user
during its period of validity. The domain broker must complete the transfer within a reasonable time of the request
receipt. If the domain name has not been transferred within a reasonable time, Traffic and
FICORA may make the transfer. The domain name cannot be transferred if the domain name is deleted
The matter is pending at the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may return the domain name to its original user if
the domain has been transferred to another without the user's consent and the user will request an entry
the transferee does not provide an acceptable justification for the transfer within the time limit.
The domain user can change the domain broker for the domain validity
during. The domain broker must complete the steps required to switch
within a reasonable time of receipt of the request. If the domain name is not available within a reasonable time
transferred to another domain name broker, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may make the transfer.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue regulations on the transfer and change of domain name broker
technical implementation modalities and deadlines.

Section 169 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Delete a domain name entry
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may remove a domain name from the domain name register and fi root if
The information referred to in section 167 (1) is incomplete or incorrect and the information is not on request
despite the correct deadline.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency deletes the domain name from the domain name register and fi root
without consulting the user if the domain has expired.
If the holder of the right referred to in section 166 (2) requests the deletion of the domain name,
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may delete a mark in violation of the provisions of law
from the domain name registry and fi root of the domain name or make it available to the right holder.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may delete a domain name for a maximum period of one year
without consulting the user of the domain if the domain name
the user has applied for several domains resembling another 's protected name or mark, and
the holder of the protected name or mark requests the removal of the domain name.
A domain name that has been removed from the domain name registry will generally be released for re-registration
one month after the removal of the label.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may delete a domain name if the court has final force
has prohibited the use of the logo.

Section 170 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Other responsibilities of the domain broker
The domain broker must:
1) provide the necessary information in accordance with this Act before registering the domain name
the conditions relating to the content and format of the domain name;
2) keep the information entered in the domain name register up-to-date;
3) be able to enter information in the domain name register of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
by a technical arrangement;
4) Inform the domain user adequately and effectively about the domain name
expiry date;
5) delete the domain name from the domain name register at the request of the domain name user before
expiry date;
6) take care of the information security of its operations;
7) notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency without delay if its domain name brokerage activities
is subject to or threatened with a significant security breach or other event that prevents or
substantially interferes with it; at the same time, the estimated duration of the disturbance or threat thereof; and
effects, remedial measures and measures to prevent a recurrence of the disturbance.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations to the user of the domain name
the information to be provided, the information security of the activity, when in subsection 1 (7)
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the disturbance referred to must be significant as well as the content, format and transmission of the notification.

Section 171 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Organizing domain management
The tasks of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency are:
1) manage the fi country code;
2) maintain and develop fi domain name operations;
3) take care of the transmission connections and interconnection traffic of the fi-root name servers to the Internet;
4) supervise the activities of domain name intermediaries;
5) take care of the security of fi domain name operations.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue a notice to the domain name broker if he or she violates this
law or regulations, orders or decisions issued under it. In connection with the note
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may oblige the domain name intermediary to correct its error or
within a reasonable time. If the error or omission is not remedied within the time limit,
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prohibit a domain name broker for a maximum of one year
entering domain names or changes to them in the domain name registry.

Section 172 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Ensuring domain security
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to take the necessary measures for fi domain names
public communications networks or services or their users
to detect, prevent, detect and address significant security breaches against
for pre-trial investigation. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may take these steps with the domain name
without consulting the user.
The necessary actions referred to in subsection 1 above can be implemented at fi-root
through measures targeting name server information and may include:
1) blocking or restricting traffic to the domain name;
2) redirecting traffic to the domain to another network address; mixed
3) other technical measures comparable to those referred to in subsections 1 and 2.
The measures referred to in this section shall be carefully carried out and dimensioned
in relation to the seriousness of the security breach to be countered. When taking measures, do not
restrict freedom of expression or protection of a confidential message or privacy beyond what is necessary
necessary to secure the objectives referred to in subsection 1. The measures must be terminated,
if the conditions for their implementation no longer laid down in this Article.

Chapter 22
Provision of information society services
§ 173
Limitations on scope
The provisions of this Chapter shall not apply to:
1) taxation;
2) the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data
Directive 95/46 / EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on the processing of personal data
and privacy in the electronic communications sector (Directive on privacy and electronic communications)
falling within the scope of Directive 2002/58 / EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
questions;
3) the activities of notaries public and similar professionals, which include public notaries
exercise of power;
4) the actions of a legal ombudsman or legal assistant in legal proceedings;
5) paid lottery activities.
Sections 174 and 175 shall not apply to:
1) copyright, related rights, industrial property rights and not the rights referred to
Council Directive on the legal protection of topographies of semiconductor products
87/54 / EEC and of the European Parliament and of the Council on the legal protection of databases
Directive 96/9 / EC;
2) the issuance of electronic money, if a Member State has applied something to the issuer
the taking up, pursuit and business of electronic money institutions
prudential supervision, amending Directives 2005/60 / EC and 2006/48 / EC and
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council repealing Directive 2000/46 / EC
The derogations provided for in Article 9 (1) of Directive 2009/110 / EC;
3) companies engaged in joint investment activities in securities
(UCITS)
Article 44 (2) of Council Directive 85/611 / EEC on the coordination of laws, regulations and
advertising of the units of the UCITS referred to in
4) freedom of establishment, freedom to provide insurance and insurance contracts
matters relating to the applicable law;
5) the freedom of the parties to choose the law applicable to the contract;
6) contractual obligations in consumer contracts;
7) the mandatory provisions of the law of the state where the property is located concerning the form of the contract, if the contract
creating or transferring a right to real estate;
8) the permissibility of unsolicited commercial e-mail communications.

NDir 85/611 / EEC has been repealed by Directive EPNDir 2009/65 / EC. EPNDir 95/46 / EC has been repealed
Regulation EPNAs (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation).

§ 174
Coordinated sector and freedom to provide services
Coordinated field means the requirements of the legal order which:
Whereas the information society service provider must comply with the conditions for taking up and pursuing its activities;
such as requirements for:
1) qualification, permit, registration or notifications to the authority;
2) procedures, advertising and other marketing, quality and content of the service, contracts or
liability of the service provider.
An information society service provider established in another EEA State may not be imposed
requirements in a coordinated field that restrict information society services
offering in Finland. However, the court or other competent authority may separately
restrict, in accordance with its powers, to the provision of a particular service if it:
1) is necessary to maintain public order or security, public health
or to protect consumers;
2) is directed at a service that damages the objectives referred to in paragraph 1 or may seriously
jeopardize their achievement; and
3) is proportionate to the objective.
The restriction may not be implemented until the State of establishment of the service provider has been requested
take action, but the State of establishment has not taken action; or
measures have not been sufficient. In addition, the restriction must be notified before it can be implemented
the Commission and the State of establishment of the service provider.
In urgent cases, the restriction may be implemented notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 3.
The Commission and the State of establishment of the service provider shall be informed without delay of the restriction and
the reasons why the case has been considered urgent.
The provisions of subsections 3 and 4 do not apply in criminal investigations or proceedings
in court.

§ 175
Compliance with Finnish law
The competent Finnish authorities must ensure that those established in Finland
information society service providers comply with Finnish law in the coordinated field even if
when the provision of services is exclusively or mainly directed to another EEA State.

§ 176
General obligation to provide information
In addition to what is provided elsewhere in the law for disclosure obligations, the information society service
the provider must keep at least the following information available to the recipients and the authorities
easily, immediately and continuously:
The name of the service provider, the geographical address in the State of establishment, the e - mail address, and
other contact details which enable the service provider to be contacted rapidly,
directly and effectively;
2) to which trade register or other similar public register the service provider
possibly marked with the service provider's company and community code or other similar identifier
in that register;
3) the contact details of the relevant supervisory authority, if the exercise of the activity requires a permit
or registration;
4) VAT identification number, if the service provider carries out activities subject to VAT.
In addition to what is provided in subsection 1, the Recognition of Professional Qualifications Act
Regulated profession within the meaning of Directive 2005/36 / EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
when providing an information society service, the carrier shall keep available the following information:
1) the professional association or similar entity to which the service provider belongs;
2) the professional title and the Member State in which it was granted;
3) an indication of the professional rules applicable in the State of establishment and where and how
they are available.
If information on the prices of goods or services is provided when providing an information society service, they shall:
must be given clearly and unambiguously. The information must indicate whether tax and delivery costs are included
at the cost of. The indication of the price of a consumer good is regulated separately.

§ 177
Obligation to provide information when placing an order
In addition to what is provided elsewhere in the law for disclosure obligations, the information society service
The provider must keep this available in a clear and concise manner before the recipient of the service places the order
comprehensible information on at least the following:
1) the technical stages of concluding the contract;
2) whether the service provider records the concluded contract and whether it is available to the other party;
3) technical means by which input errors can be identified and corrected before placing an order;
4) the languages ​in which the contract may be concluded;
5) the relevant code of conduct followed by the service provider and where and how they are located
electronically available.
The provisions of subsection 1 shall not apply to contracts entered into using exclusively
e-mail or similar personal means of communication. The agreement may derogate from 1
unless the consumer is a party.

§ 178
Submission of contract terms
The information society service provider must provide the contract terms to the service recipient
available so that they can be stored and reproduced by the recipient.

§ 179
Order and acknowledgment of receipt
If the order is placed using technical means, the information society service provider shall have no delay
electronically acknowledge receipt of the order. An acknowledgment of receipt need not be submitted if:
the ordered product will be delivered electronically without delay.
The service provider shall make available to the recipient appropriate, effective and efficient
easy-to-use technical means by which the recipient can identify and correct input errors
before placing an order.
The provisions of subsections 1 and 2 shall not apply to contracts entered into using exclusively
e-mail or similar personal means of communication. The agreement may derogate from 1 and 2
unless the consumer is a party.

§ 180
Date of receipt
The order and acknowledgment of receipt referred to in section 179 above shall be deemed to have been received when it is
available to the party to whom it is addressed.

§ 181
Electronic compliance with formal contract requirements
If the contract is required by law to be made in writing, the requirement must also be met by such an electronic
an agreement, the content of which cannot be changed unilaterally and which remains available to the parties. If
the contract must be signed by law, which of the electronic signatures applies separately
provided for. What is provided in this subsection applies correspondingly to those related to the contractual relationship
statements by the parties and other measures required by law to be in writing; or
signed.
If the notice relating to the contract is required by law to be proved, the claim may be
also completed by an electronic method that allows the recipient to be identified
notified.
The provisions of subsections 1 and 2 do not apply to the sale or other transfer of immovable property
agreement and not a family or inheritance agreement.

§ 182
Disclaimer for data transmission and network connection services
When an information society service consists of the transfer of information provided by the recipient of the service
communication network or network connection, the service provider is not responsible for the transmission
the content or transmission of the information if he does not:
1) not the initiator of the transfer;
2) select the recipient of the transfer; and not
3) select or change the data to be transferred.
The functions related to the transmission or provision of a connection referred to in subsection 1 above include
automatic, temporary and short - term storage of transferred data in so far as
the recording is solely a matter of performing the transfer and the duration of the recording does not exceed
reasonable time required for the transfer.

§ 183
Disclaimer when caching data
When an information society service consists of the transfer of information provided by the recipient of the service
communication network, the service provider is not responsible for the content of the information or the transmission of such information
for automatic, temporary and short-term storage for the sole purpose of
enhance the onward transfer of data to other recipients at their request if he:
1) does not change the information;
2) comply with the conditions for access to information;
3) comply with the rules for updating information, which are defined by the industry as widely accepted
and as used;
4) does not interfere with the lawful use of technology that is widely accepted and used in the industry
information on the use of the stored information; mixed
5) act immediately to delete the stored information or to prevent its access upon receipt
actually aware that:
(a) the information has been deleted from where it was originally online;
(b) its access is denied; or
(c) the court or other competent authority has ordered the deletion or blocking of the data
its intake.

§ 184
Disclaimer in Data Storage Services
When an information society service comprises a service provided by the recipient ( content provider )
storage of data at this request, the service provider is not responsible for the stored data
content or transmission if he acts without delay to prevent access to the information he has stored
after receiving:
(1) to the knowledge of a relevant court order or, in the case of:
infringement of copyright or related rights, after receiving the notification referred to in section 191;
2) otherwise actually becomes aware that the stored data is apparently in accordance with Chapter 11, Section 10 or 10a of the Penal Code;
Or Chapter 17, Section 18 or 18a.
The provisions of subsection 1 shall not apply if the content provider acts under the management of the service provider or
under supervision.

Section 185 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Order blocking access to information
The district court may, at the request of the prosecutor or the director of investigation, or at the request of the
to impose a fine on the information society service provider referred to in section 184
under threat of blocking access to the information stored if the information is obviously such that its content
keeping it available to the public or transmitting it is punishable or liable
as a basis. The application must be processed as a matter of urgency. The application cannot be accepted without reservation
the service provider and the content provider the opportunity to be heard, unless such consultation is not possible
deliver as expeditiously as the urgency of the matter so requires.
The order referred to in subsection 1 above may be made at the request of the prosecutor or the director of investigation
target a telecommunications operator transmitting information if the information society service pursuant to subsection 1
the tenderer cannot be identified or if it is established outside the jurisdiction of Finland; and
it is obvious that keeping the information subject to the order available to the public or its
transmission is an offense punishable by a maximum term of imprisonment of at least two years.
The regulation addressed to the telecommunications operator must be technically implemented so that no network users
the confidentiality of a confidential message is compromised. An order can only be issued if the information
the benefits of blocking access can be considered to be significantly greater than those of the network
restrictions on users' freedom of expression and other fundamental rights, and no provision can be made
considers unreasonable for the telecommunications operator. The assessment should take into account at least the current one
the seriousness of the offense and the relationship of the offense to others, if any
blocked content or services. An order addressed to a telecommunications operator cannot be accepted
without giving the telecommunications operator the opportunity to be heard. The service referred to in subsection 1 above
the provisions of subsection 1 shall apply to the consultation of the provider and the content producer.
The district court order must also be notified to the content producer. If the content provider is
unknown, the district court may order the information society service provider to take care of it
notification.
The order shall lapse unless it is based on the content or transmission of the information to which it relates
prosecute the offense or, in the case of liability, bring an action against the three
within one month of the order. The district court may prosecute, prosecute or
the request of a party to extend that period within the period referred to above
for a maximum of three months.
The information society service provider, content producer and telecommunications company have the right to apply
annulment of the order in the district court where the order was made. Order
Chapter 8 of the Code of Judicial Procedure shall be followed in the proceedings for annulment . Court of Justice
however, take the necessary steps to hear the prosecutor. An application for annulment must be made 14
within one day of the applicant being informed of the order. The information may not be re-submitted
available pending the action for annulment, unless the court seised
otherwise determines. The prosecutor also has the right to appeal against the decision annulling the order.

Section 186 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Competent court
The application referred to in section 185 above shall be examined in the district court in whose jurisdiction
the information society service provider or telecommunications operator is established. The application can be, however
always examine also in the Helsinki District Court. The district court also has a quorum when it has
alone chairman.

§ 187
Legal protection of the content producer
If the information society service provider has blocked access to information under section 184 (1) (2)
he shall immediately inform the content producer in writing or electronically in such a way that:
the content of the notice cannot be changed unilaterally and remains available to the parties.
The notice shall state the reason for the block and the right of the content producer to bring the matter
to the court. The notification must be made in the native language of the content producer, in Finnish or
in Swedish. The notification may also be made in another language agreed with the content producer.
The content producer has the right to take the matter of blocking to the court referred to in section 186
within 14 days of receiving the notification referred to in subsection (1).
The provisions of section 185 (4) shall be complied with in the handling of a matter concerning blocking.

§ 188
Obligation of the information society service provider to take action by the authority
to implement the decision
The provisions of sections 182–184 on the liability of an information society service provider shall not be affected
the obligation of the service provider under other law to take the necessary action before a court or tribunal;
to comply with an order or decision of another competent authority.

§ 189
Blocking access to material that infringes copyright or related rights
The copyright holder or his representative may claim the information society referred to in section 184
the service provider to prevent access to the infringing material as provided in this section
and sections 191–193. The same applies to the holder of the related right and his representative, if any
is material that infringes such a right.
The request must first be made to the content provider whose material is covered by the request.
If the content producer cannot be identified or does not immediately delete or block access to the material,
the request may be made to the information society service provider by the notification provided for in section 191.

§ 190
Contact point for the information society service provider
The information society service provider shall indicate the contact point referred to in section 191
the notification and the response referred to in section 192 may be submitted. The contact information for the contact point must be
easily and continuously available.

§ 191
Form and content of the notification
The notification containing the requirement referred to in section 189 above shall be made in writing or electronically
in such a way that the content of the notification cannot be changed unilaterally and remains available to the parties.
The notification must include:
1) the name and contact information of the person making the notification;
2) the material for which access is required to be prevented, as well as a statement of the location of the material;
3) a declaration by the notifier that the material to which the claim relates is in good faith
illegally available on a communications network;
4) information that the notifier has unsuccessfully submitted his claim to the content producer or that
the content provider could not be identified;
5) a declaration by the notifier that he is the holder of the copyright or related right, or
entitled to act on behalf of the right holder;
6) the signature of the notifier.
A notification that does not meet the requirements set out in subsection 1 is ineffective. If the notification deficiencies
relating exclusively to the information referred to in paragraph 1 (2), the information society service
however, the tenderer must take reasonable steps to reach the notifier; and
inform him of any deficiencies which he finds.

§ 192
Notice to content provider and response
The information society service provider shall immediately inform the content provider
and provide a copy to the content producer
the notification on the basis of which the blocking was made.
If the content producer considers the blocking to be unjustified, he or she can get the material returned
by submitting a response to the notifier in writing or electronically in the manner provided for in section 191 14
within one day of receiving notification. A copy of the response must be provided by the service
provider. The response must contain:
1) the name and contact details of the content producer;
2) the facts and other reasons on the basis of which the blocking is deemed unjustified;
3) the material whose identification is considered unjustified;
4) the signature of the content producer.

§ 193
Restoration of material
If a response that meets the requirements set out in section 192 is submitted within the time limit, the information society
the service provider shall not prevent the return and retention of the material identified in the response
available unless agreed between the service provider and the content provider or by a court
or by order or decision of another authority.

§ 194
Liability for damages
Who gives false information in the notification referred to in section 191 or in the notification referred to in section 192
shall be liable for damages. No liability
however, it is not or can be reconciled if the informant had reasonable grounds to believe
information was correct or if the incorrect information had only a minor effect on the size of the notification or response
taking into account the content.

Chapter 23
Contact information services
Section 195 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Availability of contact information service
The telephone company operating in the telephone network is obliged to contribute to the care of the users
a universal, comprehensive and affordable number service is available.
The telecommunications operator must ensure that an agreement is reached with it on the use of the telephone network subscription
The contact details of the subscriber's name, address and telephone number are collected and published
comprehensive and affordable public directory service.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations referred to in subsection 1
technical measures necessary to fulfill this obligation.

§ 196
Disclosure of contact information
Upon request, the telecommunications operator and the contact information service provider shall disclose in section 195 (2)
to provide a contact service to another company. Contact information is
to be handed over:
1) in a usable form;
2) at a cost-oriented price; and
3) on non-discriminatory terms.
The telecommunications operator and the contact information service provider are obliged to publish the contact information on the disclosure
information on the price to be charged.
The contact information service provider may not favor one telecommunications operator over another when processing contact information
at the expense of the telecommunications operator or otherwise act in a discriminatory manner.

§ 197
Processing of personal data
The contact service provider has the right to process personal data in the contact service
and to provide it.

§ 198
Prohibition on publishing contact information
The telecommunications operator and the contact information service provider must provide the user and the subscriber
the possibility for a natural person to refuse to enter his data easily and free of charge; and
transfer in whole or in part to a contact service. Telecommunications company and contact information service
at the request of the user and the natural person subscribing, the tenderer shall remove, free of charge, and
correct incorrect information.
The telecommunications operator and the contact information service provider shall provide the person subscribed to the contact information service
the right of the company and the rest of the community to have their data deleted and inaccurate data corrected.

§ 199
Obligation to notify the purpose and use of the contact information service
The telecommunications operator shall inform the natural person subscribing to the publicly available or
the purpose and use of the contact service available through the contact service.
The notice must be given to him free of charge before his information is entered into the service.
In addition, the telecommunications operator and the contact information service provider shall ensure that adequate means are provided
identified information on the companies to which the contact details of the subscribers in accordance with section 196 (1)
are readily available to subscribers.

Chapter 24
Electronic direct marketing and cookies
§ 200
Direct marketing to a natural person
Automated calling systems and fax machines, e-mails, text messages,
direct marketing by voice, voice or video messages may only be targeted
natural persons who have given their prior consent.
Direct marketing to a natural person other than that referred to in subsection 1 may be carried out,
unless expressly prohibited by this. A natural person must be able to easily and free of charge
prohibit direct marketing referred to in this paragraph.
If the service provider or seller of the product receives from a natural person who is the customer
contact information related to an e-mail, text message, voice message, voice message, or picture message
in connection with the sale of a product or service, the same service provider or seller of the product may
notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1, use this contact information for their own same product group
direct marketing of products and services covered by Service provider
or the seller of the product must give the natural person who is the customer the opportunity without
separate fee and easily prohibit the use of contact information for data collection and each
e-mail, text message, voice message, voice message, and picture message. Service
the tenderer or seller of the product must be clearly informed of the possibility of a ban.

§ 201
Prohibition of telephone subscription marketing
A mobile telephone subscription may not be marketed to a consumer by telephone except
at the express request of the consumer.
The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to the marketing of a telecommunications operator to its own
to their mobile phone customers.

Section 201 is valid until 1 July 2021.

§ 202
Direct marketing to the community
Direct marketing to the Community may take place unless expressly prohibited.
The Community must be able to easily and free of charge deny its contact details
use of each e-mail, text message,
voice message, voice message, and picture message. Direct marketing is clearly
be informed of the possibility of a ban.

§ 203
Identifying direct marketing
E-mail, text message, e-mail intended for direct marketing provided for in sections 200 and 202
the voice message, the voice message and the picture message must be clear and unambiguous when received
identify as marketing.
For direct marketing e - mail, text message, voice message, voice message and
sending a picture message is prohibited:
1) concealing or concealing the identity of the sender on whose behalf the message was sent;
(2) does not have a valid address to which the addressee may send a request that:
that communication is terminated;
3) which seeks to direct recipients to those who contravene the provisions of Chapter 2 of the Consumer Protection Act
websites.

§ 204
Preventing the receipt of direct marketing
At the request of the user, the telecommunications operator and the community subscriber have the right to block in sections 200, 202 and 203
receiving direct marketing referred to in
The measures must be taken carefully and must not restrict freedom of expression or
protection of a confidential message or privacy more than is necessary.

§ 205
Storing information describing the use of the service on the user 's terminal and
use of this information
Storing cookies or other information describing the use of the service on the user's terminal and
the use of this information is permitted by the service provider if provided by the user
consent and the service provider provides the user with comprehensible and comprehensive information for storage
or for the purpose of use.
The provisions of subsection 1 above do not apply to the storage or use of data as the sole
the purpose is to implement the transmission of a message on communication networks or which is necessary for the service
provider in order to provide a service which the subscriber or user of the service expressly provides
asked.
The storage and use referred to above in this section is permitted only for the Service
to the extent required by it and shall not restrict the protection of privacy more than is necessary.

PART VIII
AUDIOVISUAL SERVICES AND RADIO ACTIVITIES
REGULATION
Chapter 25
Content of television broadcasts and on - demand services
§ 206
Scope and its limitations
This and Chapter 26 apply to the offer of a natural or legal person established in Finland
an audiovisual content service which can be received in one or more European
European Economic Area or on cross-border television broadcasting
Convention (SopS 87/1994), hereinafter referred to as the Council of Europe Television Convention ,
in a Contracting State and, in the cases referred to in Article 339, television and radio broadcasting
for retransmission of programs.
This and Chapter 26 apply to radio operations if the operation uses a license issued by Finland
radio frequency or a distribution network located in Finland.
This Part and Section 339 do not apply to:
1) activities where it is possible to receive audiovisual content services or radio broadcasts

only in an educational institution, hospital, hotel or other similar institution; or
2) the radio activities referred to in section 34, subsection 2 above.
This law does not apply to:
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1) services where the provision of audiovisual content is not the number of programs or broadcasts
regularity and not the main purpose of the service; or
2) those included in the editorial content of electronic versions of newspapers and magazines
video clips and movies. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
209 and
Section 210.

§ 207
Establishment
An audiovisual content service provider is established in Finland if:
1) the operator has its principal place of business in Finland and the program schedule or program list
decisions are made in Finland; or
2) the activities have program schedule or program list decisions, employees
place of employment, taking up activities, economically significant activities,
on the basis of a satellite broadcasting station or satellite capacity or other similar factor
significant connection to Finland.
A Government decree shall lay down more detailed provisions for the purposes of subsection 1 (2)
factors to be taken into account in assessing a significant connection.

§ 208
Local television
The provisions of sections 209 and 210 do not apply to television broadcasting on local television networks or
consignments which cannot be received in any part of the European Economic Area, or
Finland, a party to the Council of Europe Television Convention
outside.

Section 209 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Europeanness of the software
The broadcaster must set aside most of its annual programming for European programs
freely receivable transmission time. However, the above transmission time is not included
time allotted for:
1) news;
2) sporting events;
3) competitive entertainment programs;
4) advertisements;
5) teletext broadcasts;
6) for teleshopping broadcasts.
If the television operator's software does not achieve the purposes referred to in subsection 1
European television, the broadcaster must submit to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
a statement of the reasons therefor and, upon request, a plan for the period within which the software will be 1
in accordance with paragraph. In this case, however, the European component of the software must be at least
at the same level as in the previous monitoring period.
More detailed provisions of certain laws of the Member States relating to the provision of audiovisual media services,
coordination of regulations and administrative provisions ( audiovisual media services
Article 1 of Directive 2010/13 / EU of the European Parliament and of the Council
provisions on which programs are considered to be referred to in subsection 1
European programs, shall be issued by a Government decree.
The on-demand service provider must reserve at least 30% for European works
in their program list and ensure the visibility of these works in their program list. No obligation
apply to a subscription service provider with a low turnover or a small audience, or if
the application of the obligation would be practically impossible or unjustified. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 210
Programs by independent producers
The television broadcaster must reserve the productions of independent European producers
for programs, 19 per cent of its transmission time calculated in accordance with section 209 (1), or
alternatively, 19 percent of its software budget. The share of independent producers
half of the programs to be calculated must have been produced in the last five years.
An audiovisual program producer whose share capital is considered to be independent
a single audiovisual content service provider controls no more than 25% or more
up to 50% and which has produced no more than 90% in the last three years
programs to the same audiovisual content service provider.

Section 211 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Making the software accessible to the visually and hearing impaired
Finnish or Swedish-language television programs and on-demand program services have
subtitles to be attached, and to other programs a description or service with the text of the subtitled program
converted to sound ( audio and subtitle service ) as provided in this section.
The audio and subtitle service must be connected to the public service broadcasters referred to in the Act on Yleisradio Oy.
the television software of the service and the software available in the on-demand service. Sound and
the subtitling service must also be connected to several broadcasts under a national software license
television programs and public service television programs serving different audiences, and
their subscription service services. However, you do not need to connect an audio and subtitle service
live music performances and not sports programs. The subtitle service is coming
implemented with high quality so that the subtitles are clear and comprehensible to the user.
Costs of implementing a sound and subtitling service other than a public service
for television broadcasters shall not exceed 1% of the broadcaster
turnover of the previous financial year.
The share of the audio and subtitle service shall be in the public interest television service referred to in subsection 2.
for software and software serving different audiences, 75% of the software; and
for public service software, 100% of the programs. The share of audio and subtitle service
must be 30 per cent of the software in the subscription program services referred to in subsection 2.
The audiovisual content service provider must report to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency on its activities
accessibility of services. An audiovisual content service provider is also
draw up accessibility action plans on how to bring its services
continuously and gradually accessible. The action plan must be submitted to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
By Government Decree:
1) provision may be made for the technical implementation and transmission of audio and subtitling services;
2) provide for program-specific hours per program arising from the implementation of the audio and subtitle service
cost;
3) provide more detailed provisions on what is considered to serve several different audience groups
software.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications decides that they serve several different audience groups
software to which the audio and subtitle service must be connected.

§ 212
Use of exclusive rights
If a television broadcaster has acquired the exclusive right to broadcast an event which:
audiovisual media services have been taken over by a country in the European Economic Area
referred to in Article 14 (1) of the
list, it may not exercise the exclusive right in such a way that a significant proportion of the public in that State cannot
watch the broadcast of the event on a free-to-air television channel as in that case
provided by the State.
What is provided in subsection 1 for the exercise of exclusive rights shall apply accordingly
amending the European Convention on Transfrontier Television
those mentioned in the list referred to in Article 9a (2) of the Protocol (SopS 118/2002)
events.
A Government decree can regulate which events in Finland are social
due to their significance, such that consignments concerning them must be forwarded to the territory of Finland
so that a significant part of the public can follow them in a freely receivable form
in whole or in part, either live or recorded. For the purposes of this paragraph
a television broadcast of a socially significant event shall be deemed to have been broadcast
to a significant part of the public if 90% of the population can receive the broadcast without a separate
compensation.
If the television operator which has acquired the exclusive right does not carry out the measures referred to in subsection 1
the broadcast itself, it is obliged to transfer the right to another television broadcaster
to send the event if he requests it at least six months before the event
beginning. A television broadcaster transferring the right to broadcast is entitled to receive
full compensation for the transfer.

Section 213 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Procedure for the exercise of exclusive rights
If the transfer of the broadcasting right referred to in section 212 (4) has not been reached
contract, the exclusive television broadcaster or the transfer of the right
A television operator who has requested in accordance with section 212 (4) may refer the matter to the Traffic and
FICORA no later than three months before the start of the event. Transport and
FICORA may decide what is to be considered as full compensation pursuant to section 212 (4).
The compensation to be determined must be based on similar rights in a competitive market
prices payable. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may also impose extradition in its decision
related technical conditions.
A penalty payment may be imposed for the effect of a decision referred to in this section. Penalty payment
provided for in the Penalty Penalty Act (1113/1990) .

Chapter 26
Marketing
§ 214
General principles
Marketing must be clearly identifiable.
In marketing, with the exception of the non-profit and social advertising referred to in section 224,
may not use the image or voice of persons who regularly appear in news or current affairs programs.
Advertisements and teleshopping shall be distinguished from audiovisual and radio programs
by voice or image ID, or by sharing image space.
Teleshopping windows shall not encourage children to purchase goods or services
lease commitments.
Against the good practice of marketing and aimed at minors or reaching minors in general
the violation of good marketing practice is provided for in Chapter 2, Section 2 of the Consumer Protection Act .

§ 215
Placement of advertisements and teleshopping spots
In television broadcasting, advertising and teleshopping spots shall be inserted in audiovisual programs
between. They may also be placed in the middle of audiovisual programs, if possible
without prejudice to the integrity and value of the audiovisual program and to the rights of copyright holders.
In the case of sports or other audiovisual programs made up of independent parts with intervals,
advertisements and teleshopping spots may be inserted only between parts or intervals.
Individual advertising and teleshopping for non-sports broadcasts shall be prohibited.

Section 216 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Interruption of certain audiovisual programs by advertising
You can get a movie broadcast, a movie made for TV and a news program
interrupt advertisements and teleshopping once for each scheduled period of 30 minutes
per episode.
The children's program may be interrupted by advertisements once for each scheduled 30-minute period
however, only if the scheduled duration of the program is more than 30 minutes.
The children's program must not be interrupted by teleshopping.
Television broadcasts of religious services may not be interrupted by advertising or
teleshopping.

Section 217 (28.12.2017 / 1115)
Marketing of certain products
The marketing of tobacco products is regulated by the Tobacco Act (549/2016) . Alcoholic beverages
marketing is regulated by the Alcohol Act (1102/2017) . The marketing of medicines is regulated
in the Medicines Act (395/1987) .

Section 217 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
On connections
Audiovisual content services may not be modified, interrupted or overwritten on a commercial basis
without the express consent of the audiovisual content service provider.

§ 218
Sponsorship of programs and services
The sponsor must not influence the sponsored audiovisual or radio program or
the content of the audiovisual content service and not the placement of programs in the software in such a way that
affect the liability of the audiovisual content service provider or radio broadcaster; or
editorial independence of the programs.
Sponsored audiovisual and radio programs must be clearly identified at the beginning or end
the name or logo of the sponsor.
Sponsored audiovisual or radio programs shall not encourage the purchase of or
rent the products or services of the sponsor or a third party with particular reference to and
advertising to those products or services or otherwise.

§ 219
Prohibited sponsorship
A company which mainly manufactures or markets tobacco products may not sponsor programs
audiovisual content services and not radio broadcasting.
If the program is sponsored by a company whose activities include pharmaceutical products or drug therapies
manufacture or sale, the program may include the name or logo of the company
taking into account the provisions of section 218. However, this must not be said in this context
a medicinal product or form of treatment that is available in Finland only by a doctor's prescription.
News or current affairs programs may not be sponsored.

Section 220 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Product placement
A product, service or trademark may be placed in an audiovisual program for consideration
( product placement ), with the exception of news and current affairs programs, consumer affairs programs,
programs and children’s programs.
Product placement is also considered to be a significant valuable prop or product award free of charge
for use in an audiovisual program. Such product placement may be used by others
than in children’s programs.

§ 221
Implementing product placement
Product placement must not:
1) influence the content of the programs or their placement in the software by product placement, or
in the program list; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
2) encourage the acquisition of products or services;
3) refer to products in an advertising manner or otherwise;
4) unduly emphasize products.
Product placement is prohibited for the following products:
1) tobacco products;
2) products of companies mainly manufacturing or marketing tobacco products;
3) medicines and other forms of treatment that require a doctor's prescription.
The public has either text or uniform use of audiovisual content service providers
clearly indicate that the audiovisual program contains product placement.
The notice must be placed at the beginning, end and after each advertising break of the audiovisual program.
The advertisement must not be of an advertising nature.
However, product placement is not required if the content service provider or its affiliate does not
has not itself produced or commissioned the audiovisual program in question or any information about it
product placement is not available without undue effort.

Section 222 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Time limits for teleshopping and television advertising
Proportion of advertisements and teleshopping spots between 6.00 and 18.00 and between 18.00 and
In the period between 24.00, it shall not exceed 20%, except for channels on which broadcasting
teleshopping broadcasts only.
The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to:
1) a television broadcaster or other group of broadcasters
announcements of their own audiovisual programs and audiovisual
content services;
2) ancillary products directly related to the programs;
3) sponsorship announcements;
4) product placement;
5) non-profit or social advertising referred to in section 224;
6) program slots reserved for teleshopping referred to in section 225;
7) Neutral boxes for editorial content and television commercials or teleshopping broadcasts
between individual ads.

Section 223 (12.1.2018 / 68)
Separation of radio advertising
Radio advertisements must be distinguished from radio programs by an audio logo or other clear means.

§ 224
Ideological and social advertising
Advertising intended to promote a thing or idea or in connection therewith
the reputation of the advertiser or the public image of the person ( non-profit and social advertising ),
must be distinguished from audiovisual programs by an audio or video identifier or by the division of an image space.
Ideological and social advertisements must be placed in audiovisual programs or program
between independent parts. They may also be placed in the middle of audiovisual programs, if any
possible without infringing the integrity and value of the audiovisual program and copyright
rights of holders. Ideological or social advertising must not be interrupted
television broadcasts of religious occasions.
In addition, the Image Program Act applies to the placement of ideological and social advertising
(710/2011) .

§ 225
Program slots reserved for teleshopping spots
The uninterrupted duration of a program slot reserved for teleshopping shall be at least 15 minutes
on a channel which is not reserved exclusively for teleshopping.
Program slots reserved for teleshopping shall be clearly identified by means of a visual and audible symbol.

§ 226
Channels reserved for teleshopping and promotional activities
Television channels which broadcast exclusively advertising, teleshopping or television broadcasting
audiovisual programs related to the carrier's own promotional activities, content
which by reason of its violence, sexual content or anxiety or otherwise
in a manner comparable to these is detrimental to the development of children, posting shall be applied as appropriate
part of the Image Program Act.
The provisions of Sections 209 and 210 and Sections 215 (1) and 222 (1) shall not apply.
television channels exclusively broadcasting advertising, teleshopping or
audiovisual works relating to the television broadcaster's own promotional activities
programs.

Chapter 26 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Provisions applicable to video - sharing platform services
Section 226 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Scope of application
This chapter, section 214 (1), chapter 2, section 2 of the Consumer Protection Act , chapter 9 of the Tobacco Act ,
Chapter 7 and Sections 91, 91a – 91c, 92a and 93a of the Medicinal Products Act apply to
the video sharing platform service provided by the video sharing platform provider.

Section 226 b (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Establishment
The provider of the video sharing platform is considered to be established in Finland for information society services,
certain legal aspects of the internal market, in particular e-commerce
Directive 2000/31 / EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of
in situations covered by point (c) of the first paragraph of Article 2.
A Government decree regulates the establishment of a video-sharing platform provider in Finland
situations under Article 28a (2) to (4) of the Audiovisual Media Services Directive.

Section 226 c (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligations applicable to the video - sharing platform provider
The video sharing platform service must have terms of use. The video sharing platform provider must be included
Terms of use provisions:
1) prohibiting the use of programs, user-generated videos and audiovisual works
uploading commercial communications to a video-sharing platform service that includes criminal law:
(a) punishable under Article 34a (1) (2) for terrorist purposes
public incitement to commit a crime;
b) sexual morality provided for in Chapter 17, Section 18, Subsection 1, Paragraph 1
dissemination of an offensive image;
c) a picture of a child who violates the aggravated sexual morality provided for in Chapter 17, Section 18 a
dissemination;
d) the dissemination of descriptions of violence punishable under Chapter 17, Section 17;
e) incitement against a group of people provided for punishment referred to in Chapter 11, Section 10;
f) aggravated incitement against a group of people referred to in Chapter 11, Section 10 a; and
2) according to which Chapter 2, Section 2 of the Consumer Protection Act , Chapter 9 of the Tobacco Act , Chapter 7 of the Alcohol Act and
the requirements of sections 91, 91a – 91c, 92a and 93a of the Pharmaceuticals Act must be complied with by programs and users
audiovisual commercial communications contained in videos produced by
The video-sharing platform provider shall take the necessary measures to ensure that:
1) the video-sharing platform service has mechanisms in place for users to report or report
The content referred to in subsection 1 (1);
The video - sharing platform service has systems in place to explain to users how to:
the notifications or notifications referred to in paragraph 1 have been taken into account;
3) the video-sharing platform service offers a function that allows users to report
whether the videos contain audiovisual commercial communications; and
4) Video sharing platform service users are clearly notified when programs or user-generated
videos contain audiovisual commercial communications, provided that such communications have been notified
or the video-sharing platform provider is aware of it.

The provider of the video sharing platform must comply with section 214 (1), chapter 2, section 2 of the Consumer Protection Act ,
the requirements of Chapter 9 of the Tobacco Act, Chapter 7 of the Alcohol Act and Sections 91, 91a to 91c, 92a and 93a of the Medicines Act
audiovisual commercial communications which they market, sell or organize.
The measures referred to in subsection 2 above shall be proportionate to the matter in question
the nature of the content and the possible harm it may cause
the size of the video - sharing platform service and the nature of the content offered, the possible disadvantage that this may cause, and
video sharing platform providers and users who have created or uploaded content to the video sharing platform
rights. The measures referred to in this Article shall not lead to a prior check of the content
or for filtering applied to the platform.

Chapter 27
Obligation to transmit television programs and channel location numbering
§ 227
Obligation to transmit television programs
A telecommunications company that provides network service on a cable television network is obliged to transmit online without
compensation:
1) referred to in section 7 (1) of the Act on Yleisradio Oy, in the location of the network
receivable public service television and radio software and what is included in the software
freely available material provided for the program and related software.
and ancillary services for terrestrial television and radio broadcasting
mass communications network;
2) those received in the location of the network for public interest television activities referred to in section 26
includes television programs broadcast under a national program license;
3) freely supplied for a program included in the software referred to in paragraph 2
material received, software-related advertisements, and software-related peripherals
additional services.
The transmission obligation referred to in subsection 1 above also applies to the network service in the cable television network
telecommunications operator if:
1) the telecommunications operator uses non-traditional cable television technology for the transmission of software; and
2) software reception is possible with standard receiving devices.
However, there is no obligation to transmit if the transmission capacity of the cable television network is held by the telecommunications operator
used in its own television or radio broadcasting activities or if necessary for that purpose
for a reasonable future need of the company. The telecommunications operator does not need a must-carry obligation
require substantial financial investment in the cable television network
improvements.
The software referred to in subsection 1 above and its related services must be provided to the user
free. However, the telecommunications operator may charge the user a reasonable fee for the maintenance of the network.
The software and services referred to in subsection 1 above shall be provided to the user unchanged and
at the same time as the original consignment.
A housing company, real estate company or other comparable common antenna system
an administrator who owns or manages a property internally or between multiple properties
a common antenna network used to transmit mass communications to property users
terminals, care shall be taken to ensure that the software and services referred to in subsection 1 are
available to users unaltered and at the same time as the original transmission.

Section 228 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Channel location numbering
A terrestrial telecommunications network operator and television and radio operations
the carrier is obliged to contribute to ensuring that the channel location of the software is
clear and appropriate for users. Changes to channel location numbering
must be scheduled in connection with a change in the software license period. To be taken at another time
there must be a particularly compelling reason for the changes.
If necessary, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will issue a decision on channel numbering.
In channel location numbering, priority shall be given to Yleisradio Oy and that referred to in section 26
software licensee software.

PART IX
COMMUNICATION NETWORKS, SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT
Chapter 28
Placement
Section 229 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The telecommunications operator's right to place the telecommunication cable, base station and radio mast
Under the conditions laid down in this Chapter, a telecommunications operator shall have the right to invest in or owned by another
serving public communications in the controlled area:
1) telecommunication cable and related equipment, minor structure and pole;
2) the radio mast of the mobile network with its base stations and the associated equipment, cable and minor
structure;
3) a mobile network base station acting as a wireless access point in a small area, which
compliance has been ensured in the manner provided for in this Act and which complies with the Telecommunications Directive
The technical and physical characteristics of the Commission implementing act referred to in Article 57 (2)
features, and associated device and cable;
A mobile base station other than those referred to in paragraphs 2 or 3 and associated equipment; and
cable.
It is not necessary to locate or commission a base station referred to in subsection 1 (3)
elsewhere, an administrative authorization issued by a public authority required by law, unless its architecture,
the protection of buildings, structures or sites of historical or natural value, or
for reasons of public security.
The base station referred to in subsection 1 (3) and (4) and the associated device and cable are obtained
also invests in a building owned or controlled by another as provided in this chapter
conditions. The structures, network components and equipment referred to in subsection 1 above
other conditions relating to investment shall be laid down separately.
The telecommunications operator shall agree on the investment referred to in subsection 1 in a property, building or
with the owner or occupier of the other structure. Unless an agreement has been reached on the investment
with the owner of the property or building, the investment matter may be taken to the municipality
to be decided by the building inspectorate.
If a property, building or other structure that is technically suitable in subsection 1 (3)
the base station referred to in paragraph 1 or required to connect it to the backbone network
under the control of the authority, the authority shall make the conditions available in advance
the possibility of locating a base station on a property, building or structure. The conditions are
be fair, reasonable, transparent and non-discriminatory. They may take into account 2
the criteria referred to in paragraph The authority shall make the conditions available
in Section 5 of the Act on the Co-construction and Use of Network Infrastructure (276/2016)
central information point referred to in The Authority shall approve all conditions that
reasonable requests for access. For the purposes of this paragraph, the investment
the matter may be taken for decision by the municipal building control authority.
In subsection 5 above, an authority means state authorities, municipal authorities and
state-owned enterprises.
The contract referred to in subsection 1 telecommunication cable, radio mast, base station and related
the placement of structures and equipment also binds the new property, structure or building
owner and holder.
What is provided in this section for the owner and occupier of the property also applies to the public area
owner and holder.

§ 230
Investment plan
If the parties cannot reach an agreement on the investment referred to in section 229 in another 's property, or
building, the telecommunications operator must draw up an investment plan ( investment plan ).
The investment plan shall include, as appropriate, the following information:
1) a map showing the telecommunication cables and radio mast to be laid and the related structures
location;
A map showing the division of the property, showing the properties located in the area; and
existing base stations of the telecommunications operator;
3) a document showing the telecommunication cables, base station or radio mast and related
details of the location of structures and equipment, construction method and time of construction;
4) a construction plan showing how the telecommunication cable route is marked on the terrain;
5) a statement of the need for an official permit for investment;
6) a maintenance plan for the structures, network components and equipment to be installed;
7) an estimate of the level of energy consumption of the equipment;
8) restoration measures after the investment need ends.

§ 231
Communication of the investment plan
The telecommunications company must submit an investment plan for the information of all the property and the building
owners and others whose interests or rights are affected by the plan. The notification shall mention them
properties covered by the plan. The notice shall also state that the owner of the property and
the person whose interest or right is affected by the plan has the right to remind the telecommunications operator
investment plan within the time limit.

§ 232
Reminder
The owner of the property and the building, as well as anyone else with an interest or right in the investment plan
shall have the right to remind the telecommunications operator within 30 days of the date on which he is
received information about the investment plan referred to in section 231.

§ 233
Decision to invest in an area owned or controlled by another; or
building
If no agreement can be reached on the investment, the municipal building control authority may issue a telecommunications company
upon application, by a decision to grant the telecommunications operator the right to invest by confirming in section 230
the investment plan referred to in
The condition for approving an investment plan is that the plan complies with section 234
conditions laid down. If necessary, the building control authority may require the telecommunications operator
additional information on the fulfillment of the conditions and requires changes to the investment plan.
The municipal building control authority may, for justified reasons and provided that no enforcement
render the appeal useless, grant the right to a construction work or other measure
in whole or in part before the investment provided for in subsection (1)
the decision has become final (right of initiation ). In other respects, the right of initiative applies
section 144 of the Land Use and Construction Act (132/1999) .

§ 234
Investment conditions
The telecommunication cable, radio mast and base station shall not be placed contrary to the town plan or in such a way that
complicating the implementation of the current provincial or master plan. Placement is not allowed
also makes it difficult to formulate formulas.
The telecommunications cable referred to in section 229 (1) above serving public telecommunications connections,
the location of the base station and radio mast is subject to the condition that the location cannot be arranged otherwise
satisfactorily and at a reasonable cost. Care must be taken when deciding on an investment
that the property and the building are not unnecessarily damaged. Telecommunication cable, radio mast and
the location and maintenance of the base station and associated equipment shall not be affected
any inconvenience or damage to the use of the property and the building at a reasonable cost
avoidable.
Where possible, the telecommunication cable must be laid in accordance with the regulations on the transport system and roads
Act (503/2005) at the road section or referred to property law (554/1995) referred to in
to the general area. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 235
Modification or deletion of the investment right
The investment right based on the investment decision referred to in section 233 (1) above
may be amended or removed by decision of the municipal building inspectorate if
the parties agree.
Without the consent of the telecommunications operator, the investment right may be changed or removed by the municipality
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by decision of the building inspectorate, if:
1) the investment right has become redundant or lost due to changed circumstances
a significant part of its importance;
2) the inconvenience caused to the investment right has become unreasonable for the real estate or building and not
the modification or deletion of the investment right shall be borne by the holder of the investment right
considerable inconvenience; or
3) the right to invest significantly impedes the implementation of the town plan.
The decision of the municipal building control authority referred to in subsection 2 above shall apply
The right of initiation referred to in section 233.

§ 236
The right related to the right of investment to do construction and maintenance work for another
area and building
If it is necessary to carry out the installation of a telecommunication cable or radio mast, the telecommunications operator with:
is the right based on the decision referred to in section 233 (1) acquires without the owner or holder
permission to fell trees and other plants by fulfilling other regulatory requirements
from the area covered by the investment plan, attach to the buildings and structures the necessary
equipment as well as other construction work in the area. Employed by a telecommunications operator and
for this purpose, the contractor chosen by the telecommunications operator shall have the right to move within the private territory; and
place the necessary markings on the terrain.
In non-urgent cases, the telecommunications operator must reserve the area to the owner and occupier
the opportunity to carry out the measures mentioned in subsection 1 himself.
The owner or occupier of a building must allow a telecommunications operator that has section 233 (1)
the right to locate the base station and associated equipment
to the building appropriately and to connect the equipment appropriately to the communications and
to the electricity grid. If necessary, the owner or occupier of the building must allow the telecommunications operator to build
necessary facilities. The owner or occupier of the building must give to the employee of the telecommunications company
and access to the building and necessary facilities at the base station for a telecommunications contractor selected by the telecommunications operator
and for the installation and maintenance of related equipment.
The telecommunications operator shall rehabilitate the area and premises with their surroundings in accordance with the work referred to in this section
after completion.

§ 237
Investment compensation
The owner and occupier of the property, the municipality as the owner and occupier of the public area and the state
as the owner and occupier of a public road area is entitled to full compensation for inconvenience and damage which
has arisen from the investment referred to in section 229 (1) (1).
The owner and occupier of the property, the owner and occupier of the building, the owner of the structure and
the holder and the municipality, as the owner and holder of the public area, are entitled to full compensation in accordance with section 229.
The investment referred to in subsection 1 (2) to (4). Compensation is fixed
the Law on the Redemption of Property and Special Rights (603/1977) , hereinafter
redemption law . (30.12.2020 / 1207)
If no compensation is agreed, the matter will be resolved in accordance with the Redemption Act.

§ 238
Entry in the real estate information system
The municipality referred to in section 233 (1) and section 235 (1) and (2) above
the decision of the building control authority shall be entered in the real estate information system.

§ 239
Application fee
A telecommunications operator applying for a permit referred to in section 233 above is required to perform
for official duties, a fee to the municipality, the criteria for which are set out in a tariff approved by the municipality.
Interest on arrears provided for in the Interest Act (633/1982) must be paid on the overdue payment .
A fee imposed under subsection (1) of this section is directly enforceable. I pay
collection is provided for in the Act on the Enforcement of Taxes and Fees (706/2007) .

§ 240
Investment control
The municipal building control authority in its territory must supervise that the placement
the decision it has taken pursuant to section 233 is complied with.
If necessary, the municipality must coordinate the placement of telecommunication cables so that telecommunication cables
the installation and maintenance will not cause the most reasonable inconvenience or damage
cost avoidable.

§ 241
Work endangering telecommunication cables
Before telecommunication cables for civil engineering work, forestry work, hydraulic engineering work or other
taking on work that could endanger the work must be done by the contractor to avoid damage
determine whether telecommunication cables are located in the work area.
The telecommunications operator must provide information on the location of the cables free of charge.
The telecommunications operator must provide the contractor with the information and instructions necessary to avoid the danger.

Section 242 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Availability and security of telecommunication cable location information
The telecommunications operator must digitize the location of the telecommunications cables ( cable data )
form. The telecommunications operator must ensure that it is technically possible to provide cable information
centrally from one place.
Cable data must be processed in such a way that the data is adequately protected against security breaches and
from their threats.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed technical regulations on digital cable data
and the security of their processing.

Chapter 29
Quality requirements for communications networks and services
§ 243
Communication network and communication service quality requirements
Public communications networks and services and the communications networks and services to be connected to them shall be designed,
be constructed and maintained in such a way that:
1) electronic communications are of good technical quality and secure;
2) they can withstand the normal expected climatic, mechanical, electromagnetic and other
external disruptions and security threats;
3) their performance, usability, quality and reliability can be monitored;
4) significant security breaches and threats to them and their functionality
significantly disturbing faults and disturbances can be detected;
5) access to emergency services is secured as reliably as possible even in the event of a network disruption;
6) there is no danger to anyone's health or property;
7) no one's data protection, data security or other rights are compromised;
8) their charging is reliable and accurate;
9) they do not cause unreasonable electromagnetic or other interference or security threats;
10) they operate together and communication networks can be connected to another communication network if necessary;
(11) changes to them do not cause unforeseen disruption to other communications networks; and
communications services;
12) if necessary, terminal equipment meeting the requirements of this Act may be connected to them and they are
if necessary, interoperable with a television set which complies with the requirements of this Act;
13) the operator responsible for them is otherwise able to fulfill the obligations belonging to it or pursuant to this Act
obligations imposed;
14) they operate as reliably as possible also in those referred to in the Emergency Preparedness Act (1552/2011)
in exceptional circumstances and in the event of disturbances under normal conditions;
15) hazard statements issued by the authorities may be communicated to the public as separately
provides;
16) interception and surveillance of telecommunications and other requests concerning the access rights of authorities
may be implemented as separately provided.
The quality requirements referred to in subsection 1 (1) to (4), (10), (11) and (14) shall be proportionate
the number of users of communications networks and services, the geographical area they serve,
as well as their relevance to users.
Measures to ensure the security referred to in subsection 1 (1), (2), (4), (7) and (9)
mean actions on operational security, telecommunications security, hardware and
to ensure software security as well as data security. The measures are
be proportionate to the seriousness of the threat, the cost of the measures and the
technical capabilities to counter the threat.
The quality requirements referred to in subsection 1 shall also apply to communications networks and
significant ancillary activities and services related to communications services.
The telecommunications operator shall publish up-to-date technical specifications for them on the public communications network
interfaces to which telecommunications terminals can be connected. The specifications must be sufficiently precise
information on the basis of which telecommunications terminal equipment can be manufactured and used
services available through the interface. (17.6.2016 / 456)

Section 244 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Provisions concerning the communication network and communication service
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue the networks referred to in section 243 and
provisions on the quality, security and interoperability of communication services. Articles
may concern:
1) prioritization, power supply, backup and back-up arrangements;
2) electrical and physical protection of the communications network and the associated equipment space;
(3) performance, information security and integrity, and their maintenance, monitoring, and
network management;
4) procedures in the event of faults and disturbances, as well as information security and operational reliability
to maintain;
5) the structure of the communications network and the technical characteristics of its access point;
6) technical implementation and assurance of emergency traffic;
7) the technical implementation of the charge;
8) interconnection, interoperability, signaling and synchronization;
9) the technical characteristics of the antenna system and the common antenna system;
10) technical specifications of the television network receiving wide-screen television services and wide-screen television programs
features;
11) the content and structure of the start page of the electronic program guide;
12) technical documentation and statistics, as well as the format and information of related documents
conservation;
13) standards to be complied with;
14) ancillary activities and ancillary services in so far as they have an effect on the activities provided for in section 243;
communication network or communication service requirements;

15) technical determination of the coverage area of ​the communications network;
16) other comparable to those referred to in subsections 1–15 for a communications network or communications service
technical requirements.

Section 244 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Equipment used in critical parts of the communication network
A communications network device shall not be used in critical parts of a public communications network if
there are grounds for suspecting that the use of the device would endanger national security or national defense
in such a way as to enable foreign intelligence or activities which would interfere,
paralyze or otherwise adversely affect Finland's important interests,
basic functions of society or the democratic order of society. Communication network
the critical functions and measures of the network to control or
essentially control network access and network traffic.
The provisions of subsection 1 shall also apply to nuclear power plants, ports, airports and
the key players in the relevant vital functions of society
to a private network connected to the communications network.
In the situation referred to in subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, on its own initiative or
on the initiative of a third party, oblige the owner or other operator of the communications network to remove
critical parts of its network. Before making a decision on Transport and
FICORA shall consult the owner or other holder of the communications network and reserve
the opportunity to remedy the identified safety deficiencies, unless consultation and remedial action are taken
cannot be implemented as quickly as the urgency of the matter necessarily requires.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall provide advice to the owner or other operator of the communications network
on the interpretation of this section in accordance with section 8 of the Administrative Procedure Act (434/2003) .
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has confidentiality provisions and other information on disclosure
notwithstanding any restrictions, the right to disclose the document and to disclose confidential information to others
authorities if it is necessary for the performance of a task under this Article.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will issue more detailed regulations on communications networks, especially those
critical components, the technical definition of network security referred to in section 244b
taking into account the recommendations of the Advisory Board.

Section 244 b (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Network Security Advisory Board
The Network Security Advisory Board appointed by the Government provides a comprehensive assessment
the realization of national security in communications networks. They are represented on the Advisory Board
Ministry of Transport and Communications, Home Affairs Administration, Defense Administration, Foreign Affairs Administration, Labor and
the Ministry of Economic Affairs and other administrative sectors important for the security of communications networks
representatives and representatives and trustees of key telecommunications companies.
The role of the Cybersecurity Advisory Board is to take decisions by the competent authorities
to monitor the development of communications networks and technologies and network security
application of legislation and to address and make recommendations:
1) the development of communication networks and technologies and critical components of communication networks
definition;
2) the promotion and protection of national security in communications networks, in particular the network
critical parts;
Measures to address risks to the security of communications networks; and
the realization of national security;
4) to amend legislation to improve network security.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, without prejudice to secrecy provisions, release the Advisory Board
information necessary for the performance of their duties in connection with their own statutory tasks
to the Advisory Board if the information is necessary for the performance of the tasks of the Advisory Board and not
contain confidential messages, relay information, or location information.
A member of the Advisory Board shall be subject to the duties of the authorities in the performance of his duties under this section
Section 23 of the Act on the Publicity of Activities provides that the authority is employed
confidentiality and non-exploitation and criminal liability
provisions. Liability for damages is regulated by the Compensation Act (412/1974) .

Section 245 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Requirements for assistance to public authorities
The authority conducting the interception or surveillance of telecommunications shall provide the Traffic and
A proposal to FICORA on the operational quality requirements for the communication network and
the communication service must meet.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency decides in individual cases on interception or surveillance of telecommunications
after consulting the technical requirements for the aid or feature to be used
telecommunications operator and the authority referred to in subsection 1.
The telecommunications operator shall without delay provide the authority referred to in subsection 1 with the necessary information
information in terms of interception and surveillance of telecommunications and the access rights of other authorities
significant changes to communications networks and services at the design stage.
In addition, the telecommunications operator must provide such information on the possible effects of the changes
authorities ’own information systems of which it is aware.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the information referred to in subsection 3
the procedure to be followed for the adoption of

§ 246
Subscriber and user terminals and systems
The telecommunications operator shall not prevent the user from connecting to the public communications network in accordance with the requirements of this Act
radio or telecommunications terminal equipment or a decryption device or a television set.
The subscriber or user may not connect to the public communications network other than operational and in accordance with this Act
compliant radio and telecommunications terminal equipment.
The subscriber must maintain the device or system to be connected to the public communications network by the telecommunications operator
in such a way that it does not jeopardize the public communications network and service
information security.

Section 247 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
The duty of care of the communications intermediary and the value added service provider
information security
When transmitting messages, the communication intermediary shall ensure that its services, messages,
location data security. The social subscriber acting as a communications intermediary must take care
however, only for the security of the processing of messages, traffic data and location data of its users.
The value-added service provider must ensure the security of its services.
Measures to ensure information security must be proportionate to the seriousness of the threat, measures
the technical costs available and the technical capacity available to combat the threat.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations than those referred to in subsections 1 and 2
information security.

Section 247 a (4.5.2018 / 281)
An online marketplace, search engine service and cloud service
the provider's obligation to take care of communication networks and information systems
risk management
The online marketplace, search engine service and cloud service provider must take care of it
risk management of the communication networks and information systems they use.
Risk management must take into account:
1) security of systems and facilities;
2) handling security threats and disruptions;
3) business continuity management;
4) monitoring, inspections and testing;
5) compliance with international standards.
The risk management obligation referred to in subsection 1 above does not apply to the measures common
to ensure a high level of security of network and information systems throughout the Union
Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council (EU) 2016/1148, hereinafter referred to as network and
the Security Directive, micro or small enterprises within the meaning of Article 16 (11).

§ 248
The principle of least harm
The telecommunications operator shall carry out the construction, maintenance, modification and
security measures to the detriment of other telecommunications operators.
A telecommunications operator may temporarily suspend the network or without the consent of another telecommunications operator
the provision of a communication service or restrict its use if it is necessary in subsection 1
success of the measure referred to in The suspension and change must be notified
effectively to other telecommunications operators whose communications networks and services may be affected.

Section 249 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
The physical infrastructure and internal network of a property or building
design and construction
The internal communications network of a property or building to be connected to a public communications network shall be:
meet the requirements of this Act. The internal communication network of a property or building is
designed as far as possible so that the subscriber referred to in section 111 can choose
telecommunications operator.
The person undertaking the construction project must ensure that the new property or building is equipped
physical infrastructure supporting high-speed broadband connections to the network connection point.
At the same time, high-speed broadband connections must be built to the property or building
a robust internal communication network that meets the requirements of subsection 1.
The provisions of subsection 2 shall also apply to a significant,
a structural renovation project if the property or building does not
no internal communications network and physical infrastructure supporting high - speed broadband connections; and
the construction of the internal communication network in connection with the renovation project is construction-friendly
justified.
Paragraphs 2 and 3 shall not apply to a project which has as its object:
1) detached house;
2) leisure accommodation;
3) a building owned and mainly used by a public entity;
4) a building with high-speed broadband physical infrastructure and internal
The construction of a communications network would be clearly unreasonable for the purpose of the building and the resulting
taking into account the costs.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue regulations:
(1) the technical characteristics of the networks to be taken into account in the design of communication networks; and
the form and content of the design documents;
2) the technical connection point of communications networks;
3) the physical infrastructure of the property and building that supports high-speed broadband connections
technical requirements and those requirements and the existing property and building
verifying the performance of the internal communications network;
4) other real estate or building interiors comparable to those mentioned in clauses 1–3
technical arrangements affecting the management of the communications network.

Section 249 a (22.4.2016 / 277)
Concerning the internal network of the telecommunications operator's property and building
responsibilities
A telecommunications operator shall not require that a property intended to be connected to a public communications network, or
the construction, installation or maintenance of the internal communication network of the building ( telecommunications ) may be obtained
performed only by a telecommunications contractor selected by the telecommunications operator.
The telecommunications operator may not require the connection of the internal communications network of the property or building
to the telecommunications network of the telecommunications operator in such a way as to restrict the internal communications networks of the property
management and the possibility to choose a telecommunications company.

Chapter 29 a (18.1.2019 / 52)
Government network and networks related to government communication
provision of communication services
Section 250 (18.1.2019 / 52)
Interfaces with authorities
Subscriptions authorizing the use of the authority network and the communication service related to authority communications
( authority interface ) can be provided to the authority and other state management and security,
national defense, public order and security, border security,
rescue operations, maritime rescue operations, emergency center operations, immigration, social
and those related to health emergency services, rail safety or civil protection
to the group of users necessary for the performance of the tasks. User groups and as needed
the number of subscriptions is decided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications after consulting the Ministry of Finance.
The provider of a communication service related to official communications shall grant individual interfaces to public authorities 1
within the user groups referred to in paragraph 1 to the authorities and on their proposal to others
users.
The licensee of the public network and the provider of the communication service related to public communications shall:
submit an annual report on the subscriptions to the authorities to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The explanation is also
provided by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency at its separate request.
For communication in the performance of official duties in a network of authorities or
section 316 does not apply to communication services related to official communications.

Section 250 a (18.1.2019 / 52)
Provider of an online service related to official communications
The online service related to official communications is provided by a telecommunications company whose official communications
the related communication service provider has been selected on the basis of the procurement procedure as a public service provider
provided for in section 13 of the Administration Act on Safety Networks.

Section 250 b (18.1.2019 / 52)
Providing an online service related to government communications
The network service provider for official communications shall ensure the communication network
in the event of congestion, the availability of the service by giving public authorities privileged access to the service
other subscriptions ( service priority ) and by assigning or transferring
communication network congestion, network resources for government interfaces ( service availability
bottom unloading ).
The network service provider for official communications must guarantee in the event of congestion
an adequate level of quality for the communication of public authorities in relation to other communication by providing, if necessary
priority in its mobile network so that other communications do not impede the communication of
the necessary level of quality in the communications network ( communication quality priority ).

Section 250 c (18.1.2019 / 52)
Conditions for the provision of an online service related to official communications
The access of other users may be restricted by the network service provider for official communications
network or use the network only to the extent necessary
authorities to ensure the availability of the service in the cases referred to in section 250b
in congestion situations.
The network service provider involved in official communications must ensure that other users
the quality or availability of communication services does not generally deteriorate. Related to official communications
to this end, the online service provider shall monitor the online service related to official communications
the impact of the provision of services on the availability of other users' services, network performance and
capacity utilization.
The provider of a communication service related to official communications shall provide the Traffic and
At the request of FICORA, a description of the privilege of access to the service referred to in section 250b and
the implementation of the access privilege and the communication quality priority; and
an assessment of their impact on other users.

Section 250 d (18.1.2019 / 52)
National roaming for official communications
Upon request, a telecommunications operator other than those referred to in section 250a shall offer on reasonable terms
access to the mobile network in Finland ( national roaming )
to a provider of communication services related to official communications in order to enable official communications.
In addition, such a telecommunications operator must provide roaming-related functions and services
required for the implementation of national roaming and the functioning of the services. Obligation
Providing national roaming is in situations where public communications are related to the web service
the provider's mobile network is not available.
In addition, pursuant to subsection 1 above, a telecommunications operator providing national roaming is
at the request of a provider of communications services related to official communications
The privilege of access to the service referred to in section 250 b and enabling access
and the privilege of communication quality. To a telecommunications company providing national roaming
in that case, the provisions of section 250c shall apply. To provide national roaming
for public communications, what applies to public administration safety net operations does not apply
Sections 13 and 20 of the Act provide for subcontractors of service production.
If the communication service provider related to official communications and referred to in subsection 1
no agreement can be reached between the telecommunications operator on the terms referred to in subsections 1 and 2, Traffic and
FICORA decides on the terms at the request of a party. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
determine the reasonable price to be charged for national roaming by means of a price comparison which
may be based on prices charged for wholesale direct roaming access,
which telecommunications companies in Finland charge retail network operators at the retail level
to provide roaming services in Finland to roaming customers whose home network is
in another Member State of the European Union or of the European Economic Area.

Section 250 e (18.1.2019 / 52)
Interconnection of the public authority network with the public communications network
Upon request, the telecommunications operator shall connect the public authority network to the public communications network free of charge.
The public network provider is not entitled to receive compensation for communications from the public communications network
network of authorities. A telecommunications operator operating on a public communications network has the right to receive
compensation according to the telecommunications operator's price list for communications from the authority network to the general public
communication network.

Chapter 30 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Compliance and market surveillance of radio equipment
Section 251 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Essential requirements for the radio equipment and presumption of conformity
The radio equipment must be constructed in such a way that it meets the following essential requirements:
1) relating to the protection of the health and safety of persons and domestic animals and property
standard;
2) essential electrical safety requirements regardless of voltage range limits;
3) protection requirements for adequate electromagnetic compatibility;
4) the requirement for efficient use of radio frequencies;
5) support for the efficient use of radio frequencies in order to avoid harmful interference
requirement.
Legislation of the Member States on making radio equipment available on the market
European Parliament and of the Council on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to
within the meaning of Article 44 of Council Directive 2014/53 / EU (hereinafter the Radio Equipment Directive)
specific radio equipment belonging to the categories of radio equipment defined in the implementing act
the requirements are laid down in a Government decree.
Radio equipment conforming to harmonized standards or parts thereof which:
references have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, shall be kept in paragraph 1 thereof
in accordance with the essential requirements laid down in those standards or parts thereof.
Harmonized standard means European standardization, Council
Directives 89/686 / EEC and 93/15 / EEC and Directives of the European Parliament and of the Council
94/9 / EC, 94/25 / EC, 95/16 / EC, 97/23 / EC, 98/34 / EC, 2004/22 / EC, 2007/23 / EC, 2009/23 / EC and
2009/105 / EC and amending Council Decision 87/95 / EEC and Regulation (EC) No
European Parliament and of the Council repealing Council Decision No 1673/2006 / EC
referred to in Article 2 (1) (c) of Council Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012
standard.

Section 252 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Compliance of the radio equipment and software combination
transmission of information and registration of certain radio equipment
Specified in the implementing act referred to in Article 44 of the Radio Equipment Directive
manufacturers of radio equipment and software combinations shall provide Transport and
An opinion to FICORA and the Commission on the combinations of essential elements provided for in section 251
compliance with the requirements. The information provided in the opinion shall be based on section 255
conformity assessment procedure provided for in The notification shall specify the person to be notified
radio equipment and software that enables the radio equipment to be used as intended. Information
must be kept up to date.
Specified in the implementing act referred to in Article 44 of the Radio Equipment Directive
registration and labeling obligations for certain categories of radio equipment are laid down
by a Government decree.

Section 253 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Responsibilities of the radio equipment manufacturer
Any natural or legal person who manufactures or manufactures a radio equipment or to whom
a radio device is designed and marketed under its own name or trademark
( radio equipment manufacturer ) is:
1) ensure that the radio equipment is designed and manufactured in accordance with the essential requirements provided in section 251
according to the requirements;
2) ensure that the radio equipment can be used in at least one of the European Union
in a Member State in accordance with the requirements for the use of radio frequencies;
(3) ensure that the instructions supplied with the radio equipment indicate those Member States
or the geographical areas within the Member State where the device is intended to be placed in service
restrictions or requirements for obtaining permission to use the device;
4) prepare the technical documents referred to in section 258 and perform or commission them in section 255
the intended conformity assessment procedure;
5) prepare the EU declaration of conformity referred to in section 256 and affix it in section 257
the CE marking referred to in paragraph 1 after the conformity of the radio equipment has been demonstrated
conformity assessment procedure;
6) keep the technical documentation and the EU declaration of conformity for a period of ten years
after the radio equipment has been placed on the market;
7) ensure conformity of radio equipment with series production, taking into account:
changes in the design or characteristics of the radio equipment and in harmonized
standards or other technical specifications;
8) be carried out, if necessary, to protect the health and safety of users of radio equipment
tests based on samples of radio equipment placed on the market and examined
complaints, non-compliant radio equipment and radio equipment returns and keep a record of them
and inform distributors of any such controls; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
9) ensure that the type, batch or serial number or other marking is affixed to the radio equipment;
by which it can be identified or, if it is not due to the size of the radio equipment or for some other similar reason
it is possible that the required information is provided on the packaging or with the radio
in the document;
10) inform users of radio equipment and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in an easily understandable manner
in the language of his name, registered trade name or registered trade mark and postal address
with the contact points from which the manufacturer can be contacted; the information shall be provided on the radio equipment or, if applicable
is not possible due to the size of the radio equipment or for any other similar reason, in the packaging of the radio equipment or
in the accompanying document; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
11) ensure that the radio equipment is supplied in a clear, comprehensible and easy-to-understand manner
instructions and safety information in at least Finnish and Swedish; the instructions must contain the information which:
is required for the intended use of the radio equipment and the information shall include a description
any accessories and components, including software, that enable the radio
intended use;
12) ensure that radio transmitters are accompanied by information on the radio frequencies on which the equipment operates;
as well as the maximum possible transmission power of the device;
13) ensure that each radio equipment is accompanied by an EU certificate in accordance with section 256;
declaration of conformity.

Section 253 a (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Authorized representative

The manufacturer of the radio equipment may, by written mandate, designate a natural person established in the Union
person or legal entity to carry out, on behalf of the manufacturer, specified in the mandate
tasks ( authorized representative ). Obligations of the manufacturer provided for in Section 253 (1) and (4) above
however, they may not form part of the authorized representative's mandate.
The appointed authorized representative must:
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1) keep the EU declaration of conformity and technical documents with the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
available for ten years after the radio equipment has been placed on the market;
2) provide the Transport and Communications Agency, upon its reasoned request, with all information and documents;
necessary to demonstrate the conformity of the radio equipment;
3) co-operate with the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in measures aimed at eliminating
the risks posed by radio equipment covered by the authorized representative's mandate.

Section 253 b (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Obligations of the importer of the radio equipment
A natural or legal person established in the Union who moves from a third country
imported radio equipment into the Union market ( importer of radio equipment ) is:
1) before placing a radio equipment on the market, ensure that the manufacturer of the radio equipment is:
carried out the appropriate conformity assessment procedure and drawn up the technical specifications
documentation;
2) ensure that the radio equipment bears the CE marking;
3) ensure that the instructions referred to in sections 25–13 of section 253 are submitted with the radio equipment,
information and documents;
4) ensure that the manufacturer has complied with the requirements provided for in sections 253 (8) and (9);
5) inform the users of the radio equipment and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in an easily understandable manner
his name, registered trade name or registered trade mark and postal address
in the radio equipment or, if that is not possible, in the packaging of the radio equipment or in the accompanying
in the document; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
6) ensure that, under the responsibility of the importer, the radio equipment is stored or
the transport conditions do not jeopardize the conformity of the radio equipment provided for in section 251;
7) if necessary, to protect the health and safety of users of radio equipment
tests based on samples of radio equipment placed on the market, examine complaints,
non-compliant radio equipment and radio equipment returns and, if necessary, keep a record of them
and inform distributors of any such controls; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
8) for a period of 10 years after the radio equipment has been placed on the market,
a copy of the declaration of conformity is available to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and
ensure that the technical documentation can be provided to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency upon request.

Section 253 c (17.6.2016 / 456)
Responsibilities of the radio distributor
A natural or legal person in the supply chain other than the manufacturer or
the importer who makes the radio equipment available on the market ( radio equipment distributor ) is before
making a radio device available on the market:
1) ensure that the radio equipment bears the CE marking;
2) ensure that the radio equipment is accompanied by the documents, instructions and instructions required by this Act
safety information in at least Finnish and Swedish;
3) ensure that the manufacturer of the radio equipment and the importer of the radio equipment have complied with them
The requirements provided for in Section 253 (2) and (8) to (13) and Section 253b (5);
4) ensure that, under the responsibility of the distributor of the radio equipment, its storage or
the transport conditions do not endanger the conformity of the radio equipment provided for in section 251.

Section 253 d (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Obligations of the economic operator
The manufacturer, authorized representative, importer and distributor ( economic operator ) of a radio equipment shall:
ensure that, when radio equipment is made available on the Union market for the first time
( placing on the market ) or placing a radio equipment on the market in the course of business
for distribution, consumption or use, whether in return for payment or free of charge ( placing on the market
available ) the radio equipment meets the requirements of this Act.
The economic operator must:
1) At the reasoned request of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, be provided in writing
and in a language easily understood by FICORA, all information and documents concerning the radio equipment;
2) cooperate with the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency on radio equipment on the market
to eliminate the risks posed by
3) upon request, submit to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency identification data of all other financial
the operators who have supplied it or to whom it has supplied the radio equipment;
4) keep the identification data referred to in subsection 3 for 10 years after the delivery of the radio equipment.
If an economic operator has reason to suspect that a radio device which he has placed on the market or
made available on the market does not comply with the requirements of this Act, it shall immediately
take measures to bring the radio equipment into conformity, to remove it
from the market or to organize a refund procedure for it.
If a radio device made available on the market in Finland poses a risk, the person responsible for it
in addition, the economic operator shall immediately inform the economic operator who is:
provided it with a radio device, and to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and provide detailed information
information, in particular, on the non-compliance and the corrective measures taken and their
results.

Section 253 e (17.6.2016 / 456)
Application of the responsibilities of the radio equipment manufacturer to the radio equipment
importer and distributor
The importer and distributor of a radio equipment shall be subject to the same obligations as the manufacturer of the radio equipment,
if they place the radio equipment on the market under their own name or trademark or already modify it
radio equipment placed on the market in a way that may affect the requirements set out in this Chapter
compliance.

Section 254 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Exhibition and presentation of radio equipment
Radio equipment other than that specified in this chapter may be displayed
at trade fairs, exhibitions or similar events, provided that it is clearly stated at the same time that:
the radio equipment must not be made available on the market or put into service until it has been placed on the market
compliant.

Section 255 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Conformity assessment procedures
Before placing a radio equipment on the market, the manufacturer of the radio equipment shall determine whether:
the essential requirements provided for in this Act relating to the radio equipment have been met
( conformity assessment ) using the conformity of their choice
evaluation procedures. If different configurations or versions are defined for the device, all of them
compliance must be verified separately.
Conformity assessment shall be performed taking into account all radio equipment
operating conditions appropriate to the intended use. Human and domestic health and safety
and shall be taken into account when assessing property protection compliance
also reasonably foreseeable conditions of use.
The radio equipment manufacturer must demonstrate the conformity of the radio equipment by following something
the conformity assessment procedures referred to in Annexes II, III and IV to the Radio Equipment Directive.

Section 256 (17.6.2016 / 456)
EU declaration of conformity
The radio equipment must be accompanied by an EU declaration of conformity or a simplified EU
a declaration of conformity, which must include the exact Internet address from which
a full EU declaration of conformity is available.
By drawing up the declaration of conformity, the manufacturer assumes responsibility for the presence of the radio equipment
in accordance with the requirements laid down by law. The EU declaration of conformity shall state that:
that the fulfillment of the essential requirements pursuant to section 251 (1) has been demonstrated.
Annexes VI and II of the Radio Equipment Directive apply to the EU declaration of conformity
the simplified declaration of conformity applies to the Annex to the Radio Equipment Directive
VII.

Section 257 (17.6.2016 / 456)
CE marking and identification number of the notified body
To demonstrate the conformity of a radio device to the device or its type plate, it is necessary to
the CE marking to be affixed to the placing on the market of the radio equipment. The marking must be affixed visibly,
in an easy-to-read and permanent way. The CE marking must have a height of at least five
millimeters. These requirements may only be waived if compliance with them is not the responsibility of the radio equipment
possible or justified by the assets. The CE marking must also be affixed visibly and
in an easily legible manner on the packaging of the radio equipment.
The manufacturer of the notified body or the radio equipment or his authorized representative must:
the CE marking shall be followed by the identification number of the notified body as defined in Article 255
the conformity assessment procedure referred to in The height of the identification number
must be the same as the CE marking.

Section 258 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Radio equipment technical documentation
Before a radio equipment can be placed on the market, technical documentation must be drawn up containing:
any relevant information or details on the means employed by the manufacturer to ensure that:
that the radio equipment meets the essential requirements of section 251. The technical documentation must be kept for a period of time
in step with. The documentation shall contain at least the information set out in Annex V of the Radio Equipment Directive.
The technical documentation and correspondence relating to the EU-type examination procedure must be drawn up by it
in the official language of the Member State in which the notified body is established or in another language of the body
in an accepted language.
If the technical documents do not comply with the provisions of subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
calls on the manufacturer of the radio equipment or the importer of the radio equipment to do so at his own expense
within a specified period of time, by a body approved by the Authority, a test to determine
whether the radio equipment meets the essential requirements set for it.

Section 259 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Approval, supervision and inspection of conformity assessment bodies
specific tasks
The notified body carrying out the conformity assessment tasks shall comply with the
the type-examination procedure set out in Annex III to the Radio Equipment Directive and
conformity assessment based on quality assurance under the Radio Equipment Directive
the procedure set out in Annex IV.
The notified body must require the manufacturer to take corrective measures when:
the notified body considers that the manufacturer has not met the essential requirements laid down. Here
No EU-type examination certificate or quality system approval may be issued. The notified body must:
require the manufacturer to take corrective action even if it detects the annexes to the Radio Equipment Directive
III or IV after the certificate or approval has been issued that the radio equipment is no longer present
requirements. In that case, the notified body shall also, if necessary, withdraw the
type-examination certificate or quality system approval. If corrective action is not taken or
they do not have the required effect, the notified body shall restrict the certificates as necessary, or
approvals, or suspend or revoke a certificate or approval.
On requirements for notified bodies to carry out conformity assessment tasks
and their tasks are otherwise laid down for notified bodies for certain product groups
Act (278/2016) .

Section 260 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Handling of hazardous radio equipment
If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency for a justified reason considers that the radio equipment poses a risk to people
health or safety or other matters of public interest protection provided for in this Chapter
requirements, it shall carry out a comprehensive conformity assessment of the radio equipment.
If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency finds in connection with the assessment that the radio equipment does not comply with this
requirements imposed by law and other measures are not considered sufficient, the Agency may require
the economic operator concerned to take all necessary corrective measures without delay
to bring the radio equipment into compliance or to withdraw the radio equipment from the market
or to arrange for a refund procedure to be carried out within a reasonable time limit set by the Agency.
Withdrawal means any measure intended to prevent
making a radio device in the supply chain available on the market. With return procedure
means measures intended to take over products already in use by users of radio equipment
return and replace the compliant product or dismantle the store.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The time limit set must be proportionate to the risk of non-compliance.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must make a notification of non-compliant radio equipment
to the notified body concerned.
If the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency considers that the non-compliance is not limited to the territory of Finland, it shall
shall inform the Commission and the other Member States of the results of the evaluation and of the actions which it has taken
required from the economic operators concerned.
The economic operator shall ensure that all appropriate requirements in one Member State are met
corrective action shall be taken on all radio equipment which is an economic operator
made available on the market in the Union.
If the economic operator does not take sufficient corrective measures in accordance with subsection 2
the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may take the necessary interim measures to:
prohibit an economic operator from placing on the market, making it available on the national market
or from surrendering a radio equipment found to be non-compliant, or from a non-compliant
to withdraw the radio equipment from the market. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prescribe other products
accompanying measures necessary to restrict making available on the market. In addition
the economic operator may be required to arrange for a return procedure for the radio equipment by taking
radio equipment users to return the radio equipment that poses the risk, and to replace it
compliant product or dismantle the trade if measures are withdrawn from the market
are not enough. The temporary prohibition is valid until the matter is finally resolved in section 261
following the procedure referred to in (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may order an economic operator to provide the Agency with such an order
within a reasonable time, an explanation of how the order of the authority pursuant to subsection 2 and 7
the prohibition under paragraph 1 has been enforced.

Section 261 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Consultation on restrictive measures
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall immediately inform the Commission and the other Member States of the risk
provisional measures concerning radio equipment The notification must contain:
the details needed to identify the non-compliant radio equipment,
the origin of the radio equipment, the nature of the alleged non-compliance and the risk involved
the national measures and their duration, the justifications provided by the economic operator concerned, and
any other relevant details available.
The notification shall indicate whether the non-compliance is due to:
1) the radio equipment does not meet the essential requirements pursuant to section 251; or
2) There are shortcomings in the harmonized standards referred to in section 251 (3).
If no objection has been raised by another Member State or by the Commission within a period of three months
notified, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue a final case
a decision ordering the withdrawal of the radio equipment from the market and other appropriate measures
restrictive measures.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall revoke the measure referred to in section 260 (7) or
amend it if the Commission declares that the measure complies with European Union law
against.
If the action of the competent authority of another Member State is considered a consultation procedure
justified, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall take the necessary measures
to ensure that the non-compliant radio equipment in question is also removed from Finland
market or a refund procedure is in place, and shall inform the Commission thereof.

Section 262 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Procedure for compliant radio equipment presenting a risk
If, after the assessment referred to in section 260, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency finds that
notwithstanding compliance, the radio equipment poses a risk under this Act to the public interest
the Agency may require the economic operator concerned to take all necessary steps
necessary measures to ensure that the radio equipment does not present a risk. Alternatively
the Agency may require the economic operator to withdraw the radio equipment presenting the risk from the market or to do so
within a reasonable time limit set by the Agency. Deadline
must be proportionate to the risk.
The economic operator shall ensure that any corrective action is taken in respect of all of them
for radio equipment made available on the market within the Union by an economic operator.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall immediately notify the measures referred to in subsection 1
the Commission and the other Member States. The notification shall include the details of:
necessary for the identification of the radio equipment, the origin of the radio equipment and the supply chain, related
the nature of the risk, the national measures taken and their duration, and any other available information
relevant details.

Section 263 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Correction of formal non - compliance
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall require the relevant economic operator to repair the agency
within a reasonable time set by the Agency and as determined by the Agency, which
concerns:
1) Absence or affixing of the CE marking to accreditation related to the marketing of products
and market surveillance requirements and Council Regulation (EEC) No 339/93
Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council repealing
Contrary to the provisions of Article 30 or of this Act;
2) the absence or non-compliance of the identification number of the notified body;
3) the absence or non-compliance of the EU declaration of conformity;
4) absence or incompleteness of technical documents;
The inaccuracy of the identification of the radio equipment or the contact details of the manufacturer or importer; or
deficiencies;
6) instructions and safety information or restrictions on use provided with the radio equipment
lack of guidance and information on
7) submission of information concerning other economic operators to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency 253 d
In accordance with section 2, subsection;
8) the registration of radio equipment belonging to special categories in accordance with section 252 (2).
If the economic operator fails to remedy the deficiencies within a reasonable time, Transport and
FICORA may take all necessary measures pursuant to section 260 (7)
to restrict the placing on the market or making available on the market of a radio equipment, or
or, if the deficiency is significant, to ensure that the radio equipment
the return procedure is organized or withdrawn from the market.

Section 264 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Special purpose radio equipment
The provisions of Sections 251 to 253, 253 a to 253 e and 254 to 263 shall not apply to:
1) radio equipment used exclusively by amateur radio operators which has not been made available
on the market;
2) ship equipment referred to in the Ship Equipment Act (1503/2011) ;
3) common rules in the field of civil aviation and establishing a European Aviation Safety Agency
Regulation (EC) No 2111/2005 of the European Parliament and of the Council
No 1008/2008, (EU) No 996/2010, (EU) No 376/2014 and Directives 2014/30 / EU and 2014/53 / EU
amending Regulations (EC) No 552/2004, (EC) No
Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 and repealing Council Regulation (EEC) No 3922/91
aircraft as defined in Article 138 of Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 of the European Parliament and of the Council;
4) custom-designed kits for professional use that are used only
in research or development facilities for uses related to their activities;
5) radio equipment used exclusively to ensure public safety;
national defense, other State security matters or State action in the field of criminal justice.

Chapter 31
Competence and eligibility
Section 265 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Demonstration of competence
Anyone using a radio transmitter for marine radio or amateur radio communications must have a Traffic and
Certificate of competency issued by FICORA or valid by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in Finland
certificate issued by the competent authority of another country.
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection 1, a radio transmitter shall be issued to the holder of a certificate of competency
under the direct supervision of another person. What is provided in subsection 1 does not apply
the Defense Forces and not the Border Guard in their exercise of military national defense
radio communications and not exclusively for military national defense purposes
radio equipment used by
To obtain a certificate of competency, you must pass a competency exam. The degree must show
knowledge of the rules, instructions and equipment relating to the type of radio communication in question and the necessary
language skills. If a certificate of competency in maritime radiocommunications is applied for because the applicant intends to
to operate a safety radio for a merchant ship in international traffic
as a user of a radio transmitter, shall be at least 18 years of age in addition to the applicant and shall demonstrate that
he or she satisfies the Medical Examination of the Crew in order to obtain a certificate of competency
(1171/2010) § 4: in health standards referred to. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency orders
degree requirements and by its decision approves them in the service of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
who are the recipients of the degree. An application may also be made by a third party
accept the degree as a recipient. The recipient of the degree must have the skills required for the task
and experience. The degree holder must, in performing the duties referred to in this Act
comply with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, the Public Administration Act and
provided for in the Language Act. The fee and the amount of services related to the degree are regulated
in the State Payment Basis Act (150/1992) . (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will issue a certificate of competency to a graduate applicant if
there is no reasonable suspicion that the applicant is in breach of the provisions or regulations governing radiocommunications.
The competence required in aeronautical radio communications is regulated by the Aviation Act (864/2014) .
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by decision, revoke the degree referred to in subsection 3
acceptance of the recipient if the recipient of the degree no longer meets the paragraph
the conditions laid down for the award of the diploma or substantially infringes its operation
provisions and regulations concerning
If necessary, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations for qualifications
receipt.

Section 266 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Maintenance of competence
For the safety radio communication of a merchant ship in international traffic
the user of the radio transmitter must demonstrate competence in accordance with the certificate referred to in section 265
maintenance before five years have elapsed since the certificate was issued. Qualifications
maintenance can be demonstrated:
1) by presenting a certificate of proficiency in maritime service and safety radio equipment
use;
2) by completing a degree; or
3) by completing a course approved by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency that replaces the degree.
Subsections 3, 4, 6 and 7 of section 265 apply to the degree referred to in subsection 1 (2) above.
Upon request, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall issue a certificate of competency to the person who, in subsection 1
demonstrate, in the manner referred to in paragraph 1, the maintenance of his / her competence and demonstrate that he / she meets the health and
requirements for obtaining an age certificate. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
also accept the competent authority of another country as proof of continuing competence
certificate of continuing competence. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 267 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Presentation of a certificate of competency and aptitude
period of validity
A user of a radio transmitter for maritime radio or amateur radio communications shall, on request,
or his certificate of competency to the Traffic and Supervision Authority
To a representative of FICORA, the police or the Border Guard.
The certificate of competency shall be valid for an indefinite period and the certificate of competency for five years from the date of issue,
the date of completion of the degree or the date of issue of the course certificate.

What is provided in subsection 1 does not apply to a foreign state warship, military aircraft or
radio equipment of other aircraft used exclusively for State purposes.

Section 268 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Revocation of a certificate of competency
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may revoke a certificate of competency if
the holder of a radio transmitter to send in Chapter 34 of the Penal Code § 10 of the false within the meaning of
interferes with radio communications by a radio transmitter in any of the sections 38 to 5 of Chapter 38 of the Penal Code .
punishable in the manner prescribed or repeatedly infringes the provisions relating to radiocommunications; or
repeatedly causing negligence to the detriment of radio traffic.

Chapter 32
Security and decommissioning systems
Section 269 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Electronic message protection
The electronic message and its transmission data may be protected using the technical means available for that purpose
unless otherwise provided by law. Implementing security must not interfere with the online service
and implementing or using a communications service.
Unauthorized possession, use, manufacture,
import, marketing, rental, distribution, promotion, installation and maintenance
prohibited for the primary purpose of the unauthorized dismantling of technical protection; and
allows access to a secure TV broadcast, radio broadcast, or recipient
to a remote service provided on personal request.
What is provided in subsection 2 also applies to the unloading system, which purpose
is to allow access to a separate conditional access technical system to protect 2
the services referred to in paragraph
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to ensure the compatibility of unloading systems
to lay down rules on their technical characteristics.

Section 270 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Set for a company using a decommissioning system
responsibilities
The company using the unloading system is responsible for ensuring that the protection
the decommissioning system does not prevent another undertaking’s television or radio programs or
or the distribution or reception of ancillary services on a terrestrial digital television or radio network.
A company using a decommissioning system is obliged to give another company the above
the technical services required for such distribution in a fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory manner
terms. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
However, there is no obligation referred to in subsection 1 above if the fulfillment of the obligation
would be technically inappropriate or otherwise unreasonable for the company.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may, by decision, remove the obligation pursuant to subsection 1 if
an undertaking using a hedging unwinding system does not have a significant share in accordance with section 52
market power if the modification or cancellation of obligations does not preclude compliance with section 227
implementation of the must-carry obligation and does not prevent competition in digital television and digital radio services
in the retail market or in the market for decommissioning systems or their ancillary functions.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
A company offering a hedging unwinding system shall differentiate in its accounting in subsection 1
intended activity from other activities of the company.
The company referred to in subsection 1 above is obliged to ensure that the transmission of the communications network
control is possible.
In the terrestrial digital mass communications network, a linear pay-TV service
the undertaking using the unwinding system shall comply with the provisions of Chapter 4
television software available in a way that allows the reception of various pay-TV services
one decryption card or other card used for that purpose
technical solution if the pay-TV service complies with the pre-announced
software schedule.
If companies can not reach an agreement on the technical services referred to in subsection 1
within six months at the latest
the commencement of contract negotiations, and the mediation referred to in section 314 (2) has not resulted
the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may decide on a company providing technical services
the amount of compensation to be paid.

§ 271
Obligation of the holder of the industrial property rights of the decommissioning system
Industrial property rights for the decommissioning system used in the digital television and radio network
the holder shall, when granting rights to a company manufacturing deregulation systems
use fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory conditions.
The holder of the industrial property right may not impose conditions on the granting of the license which would prevent
using the decryption system with other devices or systems; or
would make it more difficult unless the conditions are for safety or other technical reasons
necessary.

Chapter 32 a (6/17/2016 / 456)
Publicly regulated satellite service
§ 271 a (18.1.2019 / 52)
Provision of a publicly regulated satellite service
Publicly regulated satellite service means a high security secure service which:
implemented under the Galileo program using a satellite positioning system. The service can be provided
To the user groups referred to in section 250 and other key to the operation of society
operators. The Ministry of Transport and Communications decides on the user groups that have the right to use
service. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may authorize the manufacture, acquisition,
more detailed provisions for key management and use.

Section 271 b (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Manufacture of satellite service technology
The technology required for the implementation of the satellite service referred to in section 271a above may be manufactured
the Committee for the Accreditation of Security Arrangements for European Satellite Positioning Systems
( approval board ) with permission. Permission is applied for in writing through the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 271 c (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Export controls
Transport of technology related to the operation, development and manufacture of a satellite service
Outside the European Union, only countries that are properly allowed are allowed
authorized to use a satellite service under an agreement with the European Union, unless
elsewhere. The export referred to above is subject to a permit issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs must consult the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency before granting a permit.
Technology related to the operation, development and production of the satellite service may be transferred
Member States of the European Union only under the conditions laid down in a decision of the European Commission. Above
the transfer referred to is subject to authorization by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs must be consulted
Finnish Transport and Communications Agency before issuing the permit.
The export, brokerage and transfer of the technology referred to in subsections 1 and 2 above shall be supervised by Customs.
In exports, the declarant shall present the permit issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs referred to in subsection 1
when declaring the goods to Customs. In this case, the goods covered by the authorization must also be Customs
verifiable. For transfers within the European Union, the declarant shall present in subsection 2
a permit issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Customs when the goods leave the country
at the border customs office. In this case, the goods subject to the authorization must also be subject to inspection by Customs.

PART X.
CONTINUITY OF COMMUNICATION AND SERVICES
SECURITY
Chapter 33
Security and incident management and incident reporting
Section 272 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Measures to implement data security
A communications intermediary and a value-added service provider, as well as those acting on their behalf, have the right to take 2
the necessary measures for ensuring data security referred to in subsection: (18.1.2019 / 52)
1) harm to the information security of communication networks or services connected to them and information systems
to detect, prevent, investigate and investigate
2) to secure the communication possibilities of the sender of the message or the recipient of the message; or
3) those referred to in Chapter 37, Section 11 of the Penal Code, which are implemented on a large scale through communication services
to prevent the preparation of payment fraud.
The actions referred to in subsection 1 above may include:
1) automatic clarification of the content of the message;
2) automatic blocking or restriction of the transmission and receipt of messages;
3) automatic removal of malicious computer programs that compromise data security;
4) other technical measures comparable to those referred to in paragraphs 1 to 3.
If, based on the type, format, or other similar factor of the message, it is obvious that the message contains
malicious computer program or instruction and the action referred to in subsection 2 (1) is not possible
to secure the realization of the objectives referred to in subsection 1, the content of an individual message shall be obtained
handle manually. The sender of the message must be notified of the manual processing of the message content
and to the consignee, unless the notification is likely to jeopardize the purposes of paragraph 1
achievement of the objectives.
The measures referred to in this section shall be carefully carried out and dimensioned
in relation to the severity of the disturbance to be counteracted. Measures must not be restricted
freedom of expression or protection of a confidential message or privacy beyond what is necessary
necessary to secure the objectives referred to in subsection 1. The measures must be terminated,
if the conditions for their implementation no longer laid down in this Article.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations referred to in this section
technical implementation of the measures.

Section 273 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Obligation to rectify the disturbance
If a communication network, communication service, or device causes significant inconvenience or interference
communication network, communication service, other service connected to the communication network, device,
a communications network user or other person, a telecommunications operator or other communications network or device
the holder shall immediately take steps to remedy the situation and, if necessary, remove it
communications network, communications service, or device from a public communications network.
The measures referred to in this section shall be carefully carried out and dimensioned
in relation to the severity of the disturbance to be counteracted. Measures must not be restricted
freedom of expression or protection of a confidential message or privacy beyond what is necessary
necessary to secure the objectives referred to in subsection 1. The measures must be terminated,
if the conditions for their implementation no longer laid down in this Article.
In the case referred to in subsection 1, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may decide
remedial action and disconnect the network, service, or device.

Section 274 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Fault messages to the subscriber and user
The telecommunications operator shall immediately notify the subscriber and the user if its service is targeted at or affected by it
is threatened with a significant security breach or other event that prevents the communication service
functioning or substantially interfere with its operation. The value added service provider shall notify without delay
a significant security breach or threat to your service.
The telecommunications operator and the value-added service provider shall state in the notification the estimated disruption or threat thereof
duration. In addition, the security measures available to subscribers and users must be reported,
their likely costs and where the subscriber or user can obtain further information. Telecommunications company and
the value-added service provider must keep records of the notifications.
The telecommunications operator shall inform of the measures it has taken pursuant to subsection (1)
their possible effects on the use of the service.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations for the notification referred to in this section
and the content and format of the information and the retention of the notification.

Section 275 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Fault notifications to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
The telecommunications operator shall immediately notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency if its service is subject to
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or is threatened with a significant security breach or other event that prevents the communication service
functioning or substantially interfere with its operation. The telecommunications operator must also report without undue delay
the estimated duration and effects of the delay disruption or threat thereof, the remedial action and those
measures to prevent a recurrence of the disturbance. Delivered by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
an annual summary report to the Commission and the European Cyber ​Security Agency
notifications.
The search engine service of the online marketplace provider referred to in section 247a above
the provider and the cloud service provider shall immediately notify the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency thereof
significant information security disruption to the service.
If it is in the public interest to report disturbances, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose an obligation
the telecommunications operator or service provider to inform or after consulting the notifier
the matter itself.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on when referred to in subsection 1
the disturbance is significant, as well as the content, form and format of the notifications referred to in subsections 1 and 2
delivery.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall assess whether the disturbance referred to in subsections 1 and 2 affects others
Member States of the European Union and, where appropriate, inform the other Member States concerned.
In addition, the European Union shall, if necessary, be notified of the disturbance referred to in subsection 1 above
to the Cyber ​Security Agency.

Section 276 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Emergency Cooperation Group
In the event of disturbances, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may set up a co-operation group
represented by:
1) telecommunications companies;
2) network and distribution network operators referred to in the Electricity Market Act (588/2013) ;
3) contractors acting on behalf of those mentioned in paragraphs 1 and 2;
4) actors other than those mentioned in paragraphs 1 to 3, whose participation is considered
appropriate.
The task of the group is:
1) plan and coordinate emergency conditions in accordance with the Emergency Preparedness Act and normal conditions
measures needed to manage incidents;
2) acquire and submit to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency the information necessary for the management of disturbance situations
to support decision-making; mixed
3) pass on the information on incidents collected and analyzed by the group to such actors,
which can reduce the adverse effects of disruptions on society.
In addition to the provisions of the Act on the Publicity of the Activities of Authorities, the Transport and
FICORA may, without prejudice to confidentiality provisions, disclose the information necessary for the management of the incident.
information to a member of the liaison group if the information is necessary for the performance of the group's tasks
and do not contain confidential messages, relay information, or location information.
A member of the liaison group shall be employed by the authorities in the performance of his duties under this Article
Chapter 6 of the Public Access to Information Act concerning confidentiality and non-exploitation
provisions on criminal liability. Liability for damages
provided for in the Compensation Act (412/1974) .

Section 277 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Radio interference suppression
If the operation of the radio interferes with safety radio communication, use of the radio is immediate
suspended.
If the radio transmits interference to radio communications or other radio equipment, the radio transmitter
and the owner must eliminate or limit the disturbance. If the interference is due to the radio receiver or to it
the technical characteristics of the connected separate antenna or antenna system, the elimination of interference shall be
under the responsibility of the holder and owner of the radio receiver if the conditions laid down in this Act or the licensing conditions
nothing else is due.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may decide on the other technical characteristics of the radio equipment or
The owner and owner of the radio equipment must take action on the interference and its effects
to prevent and limit.
If both the interfering and the interfering radio equipment are in accordance with this Act and those issued pursuant to it
in accordance with the rules and regulations, and unless the disturbance is minor or not due to the disturbance
the immunity characteristics of the separate antenna or antenna system connected to the radio receiver,
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will propose to the parties measures to prevent the disturbance
eliminate or limit its effects.
If the parties are unable to agree on the measures or measures necessary to remedy the disturbance
the amount or distribution of the costs incurred, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall decide the matter
by its decision.
The procedure referred to in subsections 2 to 4 above also applies when the radio device
interferes with the telecommunications network, telecommunications terminal equipment or
the characteristics are the provisions and regulations issued under this Act or the Electrical Safety Act
in accordance with.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue regulations for the radio receiver referred to in subsection 4
the technical characteristics of the separate antenna or antenna system to be connected.

Chapter 34
Forwarding emergency calls and government bulletins
Section 278 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
General emergency number
The telecommunications company is obliged to contribute to ensuring that users receive it by telephone, text message
as well as the Law on the Functioning of the Emergency Response Center on the other (692/2010) , as provided for connection
free of charge to the general emergency number 112.
The telecommunications operator shall immediately inform the Emergency Response Center, the Maritime Rescue Center and the
for the transmission of emergency notifications referred to in subsection 1 to the Maritime Rescue Block Center
significant failures and disruptions of the communications network, network service and communications service.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on the obligation provided for in subsection 1
the technical measures necessary to comply with this

Section 279 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Duty to communicate hazard statements
A telecommunications operator and a person who has a license referred to in section 34 to engage in radio operations or in section 26
software license for the pursuit of public service television is required
to communicate without delay to the public the hazard statement provided for in the hazard statement
Act on (466/2012, hazard bulletin law ). There is no charge for receiving a hazard statement
separate compensation from the user.
The operator referred to in subsection 1 above shall ensure that the hazard statement
may also be transmitted in the event of disturbances under normal conditions and in exceptional circumstances within the meaning of the Emergency Preparedness Act.
The operator shall also participate at the initiative of the hazard communication system authority
regular testing.
Yleisradio Oy's obligation to provide a hazard statement and to prepare for television and radio operations
Article 7 (2) (7) of the Act on Yleisradio Oy provides for
in section.
The contents of the hazard statement must not be altered during transmission.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations than those referred to in subsection 1
the transmission of hazard statements and response times, as well as the transmission referred to in subsection 2
preparedness.

Section 280 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation of the telecommunications operator to transmit a targeted regulatory bulletin
Targeted government bulletin is meant to protect people or property
a message to be transmitted in the mobile network by a text message or other message in a specific
to terminals or connections in the area or areas in a situation where information to the public is available
necessary because of a threat to human life, health or property in others
than the warning with a hazard notice referred to in section 4 of the Danger Bulletin Act
under the conditions required.
The telecommunications operator is obliged to forward a targeted official bulletin if the bulletin arrives
to be forwarded from the Emergency Response Center.
The transmission of the targeted official bulletin is decided by the competent ministry.
The targeted authority bulletin should be provided in the languages ​and areas specified by the authority
to terminals or subscriptions located at the time the message is transmitted. The telecommunications company must not change
the content of the targeted authority bulletin.
The targeted authority bulletin must be transmitted as soon as possible in the normal network
without unduly hampering the communication service.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations for targeted official bulletins
transmission, response times and preparation for transmission.

Chapter 35
Preparedness
§ 281
Obligation to prepare for disturbances and exceptional circumstances
The telecommunications operator must ensure that its operations continue as smoothly as possible
in the event of disturbances under normal conditions and in exceptional circumstances within the meaning of the Emergency Preparedness Act.
Users and groups of users of radio frequencies that are important for ensuring security of supply
adequate and uninterrupted and efficient use of radio frequencies under normal conditions must be ensured
in the event of disturbances and exceptional circumstances within the meaning of the Emergency Preparedness Act. Ministry of Transport and Communications
decide on key radio frequency users and user groups by the Security of Supply Center
presentation.

Section 282 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Contingency planning
The obligor referred to in section 281 above shall assess the risks that may endanger
business continuity and must plan how it will continue to operate
in the event of a disruption of normal conditions and in the exercise of powers under Chapter 9 of the Emergency Preparedness Act.
At the request of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, the person obliged to prepare must provide
information on its contingency planning to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. Information provided
shall be notified to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency without delay.
At the request of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, the person subject to the precautionary
how it prepares for an individual disruption or threat and where
it has taken or intends to take action in accordance with its contingency plan as a result of the situation.
The obligations referred to in this section do not apply to public authorities.

Section 283 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Restoration of the critical system of the communication network to Finland
The telecommunications operator shall ensure that the Internet access service, telephone service,
critical for the SMS service and the transfer of software referred to in section 227
the system of the communications network and its control, maintenance and management may be
in the exercise of the authority provided for in subsection (8), return to Finland without delay and that
the service or system provided by the telecommunications operator may be maintained in accordance with subsection 1 of the said section
from a place determined in accordance with the procedure laid down in The obligation does not apply to minor ones
communication services.

Section 284 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
More detailed provisions on preparedness
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations concerning the obligation to prepare.
The regulations may concern:
1) documents related to the contingency planning referred to in section 282 and their more detailed content;

2) technical measures to minimize the harmful effects of security breaches;
3) the technical implementation of the obligation referred to in section 283;
4) use of frequencies;
5) other technical issues comparable to those referred to in paragraphs 1 to 4.

PART XI
AUTHORITY FEES AND REIMBURSEMENTS
Chapter 36
Authority fees
§ 285
Application fee
The applicant for a license provided for in this Act is required to pay to the licensing authority
in connection with the application, a fee of:
1) the network license provided for in section 6 (1) and the network license provided for in section 22 (1)
on the licensing of terrestrial television broadcasting
euros;
2) the provisions of section 22 (1) and section 34 (1) for the exercise of radio activities
EUR 1 500 for a software license to be granted;
3) EUR 1,000 for the network license provided for in section 9;
4) 300 euros for a short-term software license provided for in section 28.
The application fee does not have to be paid for a license application for a network of authorities.
The application fee will not be refunded even if the license application is abandoned or rejected.

Section 286 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Auction participation fee
Administrative costs incurred by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency in organizing the auction
an undertaking or entity that has registered for the auction provided for in section 11 is obliged to cover
to pay the participation fee to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. The amount of the participation fee
provided for by a Government decree.
The participation fee will not be refunded even if the company or entity does not bid in the auction.
The fee is ordered to be paid by a decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 287 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
License fee
A telecommunications operator which has been granted a network license pursuant to section 11 is obliged to perform
license fee to the licensing authority. The license fee is provided for in section 11 (1)
highest bid accepted.
The license fee is paid in installments during the license period. The first installment of the license fee
however, may be charged before the start of the concession period. The payment schedule is regulated by others
in part by a Government decree. The fee is ordered to be paid by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
decision. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

§ 288
Market-based frequency fee
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency charges an annual market-based frequency fee to the state
pursuant to section 6 (1) of the Government for telecommunications and television activities free of charge
network license, an extended network license pursuant to section 17a and a renewed network license pursuant to section 17b.
from the network license holder and the Defense Forces. The fee is charged for the frequencies assigned
With the radio license provided for in section 39:
1) the holder of the network license;
2) the network licensee's network used for television activities other than the public interest
television activities;
3) or by an order of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency issued pursuant to section 96 for the use of the Defense Forces.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The market frequency fee is determined according to the following formula:
B • K1 • Kasuk • Ktark • 9 300
The coefficients of the formula mean:
1) B is the number of frequencies for the licensee's network or defense forces
the amount of frequency allocated for use in megahertz (MHz);
2) K1 is the frequency coefficient, the magnitude of which is determined by the technical and
on the basis of economic availability;
3) Kasuk is a population coverage factor, the magnitude of which is determined by how many residents
the area of ​frequency use is in proportion to the population of Finland. The value of the population coverage factor is
1 from the license area covering the whole of Finland;
4) Ktark is the end-use factor, the magnitude of which is determined by the frequency of the
intended use;
5) the calculated economic value of the frequencies is per 9,300 megahertz.
The frequency range factors are as follows:

146–174

MHz 1.9

174.001–240

MHz 2.0

400–862

MHz 2.0

862,001–960

MHz 1.4

1,215-2,200

MHz 1.0

2,200,001–2,700

MHz 0.6

3,400-4,200

MHz 0.4

12,000-14,500

MHz 0.25

17,100–19,700

MHz 0.25

19,700.001–39,000 MHz 0.2

The use factors are as follows:

telecommunications

1.0

television activities

0.25

military defense 0.15

Section 289 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Information society fee
Under this Act, a telecommunications operator engaged in notifiable or licensed activities is
obliged to pay an annual information society fee to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
No information society charge shall be levied for television or radio broadcasting or for the
revenue from the retransmission of programs.
The information society fee is 0.12 per cent for the telecommunications company's telecommunications operations in Finland
turnover in the financial year preceding the imposition of the levy. However, if the turnover is less than
300,000 euros, no obligation to pay. (30.12.2020 / 1207)

Subsection 3 shall apply from 1.3.2021.
The determination of the information society fee in the first year of operation is provided for in section 292.
The information society fee will not be refunded even if the telecommunications operator ceases operations during the payment period.

Section 290 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Turnover on which the information society charge is based
If the telecommunications operator belongs to a group pursuant to Chapter 1, Section 6 of the Accounting Act, the telecommunications operator's fee
it is based on the company's share of payable telecommunications companies belonging to the same group
Deducted by the companies from the total turnover of telecommunications operations in Finland
mutual turnover from these activities. The same applies to a parent company that is not
Finn.
If the telecommunications company has a group relationship with the end of the previous financial year and a payment decision
changes in the period between the date of issue, the fee shall be determined on the basis of which
the company's share of the turnover of telecommunications operations in the previous financial year.
If the telecommunications is the end of the previous financial year and the date of the payment decision
transferred to another undertaking during the period between
engages in public telecommunications at the time of the payment decision. When ordering its payment
taking into account the turnover of the divested telecommunications business for the financial year just ended.
If the financial year of the telecommunications operator differs from the calendar year, its turnover is converted into a calendar year
corresponding to turnover by multiplying it by 12 and dividing it by the number of months in the financial year.
A decree of the Ministry of Transport and Communications may lay down more detailed provisions on how
the information necessary to determine the charge must be notified to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 291 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Imposition of an information society levy
The information society fee is charged annually in one installment. An information society fee is imposed
to be paid by a decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. More detailed provisions for payment
implementation may be issued by a decree of the Ministry of Transport and Communications.

Section 292 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Reporting of information to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and
determination of the obligation to pay in certain exceptional situations
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to obtain an information society fee from telecommunications companies
for this purpose, information on the turnover for the period preceding the imposition of the telecommunications charge. To the Group
companies must also provide an explanation of which of the companies in the group
items arising from telecommunications have been deducted from telecommunications in accordance with section 290 (1)
turnover. The telecommunications operator must submit the information to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency within one month
within the period of approval of the accounts. In addition, the telecommunications operator must provide a copy of the confirmation
financial statements and consolidated financial statements.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may estimate the turnover on which the payment is based, if not
for lack of financial statements or for any other very compelling reason
sufficiently reliable statement.
The assessment must take into account:
1) the scope of the telecommunications operator's activities;
2) the market position of the telecommunications operator;
3) information on the services provided by the telecommunications operator, the number of customers and invoicing;
4) comparative information on other telecommunications undertakings engaged in the provision of similar services;
5) other factors comparable to those mentioned in subsections 1–4 that affect the turnover of the telecommunications operator.
Before assessing turnover, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must instruct the telecommunications operator to provide
the information required for the imposition of an information society fee by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
within a reasonable time set by the The call shall state that the Traffic and
FICORA estimates revenue if no information is provided.

Section 293 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Television and radio control fee
Yleisradio Oy and a television or radio operator who has a right under section 22 (1) or section 34 (1)
the software license referred to in paragraph 1, are obliged to perform television and
radio control fee.
The obligation to pay begins in the calendar year in which the television or radio broadcaster is licensed
6 months have elapsed since receipt. The television and radio surveillance fee is non-refundable,
even if the television or radio operator ceases to operate in the middle of a calendar year.

Section 294 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Amount of the television and radio control fee
The annual control fees for television and radio broadcasting are as follows:
1) Yleisradio Oy's fee is EUR 220,000;
2) the fee of a licensee engaged in non-regional television activities is 14,000 euros
for each licensed television program, with the exception of broadcasts;
3) the fee of a licensee engaged in regional television activities is 600 euros each
per licensed television program;
4) radio operations on the frequencies of national or equivalent licensed use
The licensee’s fee shall be EUR 6 000 for each licensed radio operator.
per software;
5) a person engaged in radio operations on the frequencies subject to regional or local licensing
the licensee's fee shall be EUR 600 for each licensed radio program;
6) the fee of a licensee engaged in radio activities only in a television network is 6,000 euros
for each licensed radio program, except for broadcasts.
The television and radio control fee is charged in two installments each year. Payment is due
to be paid by a decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.

Section 295 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Domain fee
The domain broker is required to perform the domain name registration
to the Domain Name Register and the renewal of the entry to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
domain fee. A statement of payment must be provided when registering the domain name.
The amount of the fee is regulated by the State Basic Fees Act.

Section 296 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Numbering fee
The telecommunications operator and the other recipient of the number or code are obliged to perform the Traffic
to FICORA on the use of the number or code and on the administration and control of numbering
a flat - rate fee to cover the costs incurred, depending on how
a large proportion of the available number space is consumed by the deployed number.
The amount of the fee is regulated by the State Basic Fees Act.

§ 297
Collection of official fees
If the payment referred to in this Chapter is not made by the due date, to the unpaid
annual default interest shall be charged on the amount in accordance with the interest rate referred to in section 4 of the Interest Act .
Instead of default interest, the authority may charge a penalty fee of EUR 5 if the default interest
the amount would be less than this.
The payment referred to in this chapter is directly enforceable. Its collection is governed by taxes
and the Act on the Enforcement of Payments.

Chapter 37
Compensation from the authorities
§ 298
Contingency costs
The telecommunications operator and the television and radio operator have the right to receive Chapter 35
compensation for the costs of security of supply referred to in
from the Security of Supply Fund referred to in Act No. 1390/1992 Coll. , if the costs are
the nature and extent of the activities of the telecommunications operator or television or radio broadcaster
taking considerable.
Reimbursement of costs is decided by the Security of Supply Center, which must request an application for reimbursement
opinion from the Ministry of Transport and Communications.

Section 299 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Cost of systems procured to assist public authorities
The telecommunications operator is entitled to compensation from state resources solely to assist the authority
investment in and maintenance of acquired systems, hardware and software
direct costs. Reimbursement of costs is decided, if necessary, by the Ministry of Transport and Communications
FICORA.
The compensation is paid by the authority to assist the procurement.
The telecommunications operator may not use systems, hardware or software replaced by the authority
commercial activities, unless expressly agreed between the authority and the telecommunications operator.

§ 300
Costs of the hazard communication system
A company whose responsibility is to design, build, and maintain communications networks and communications services
In accordance with section 243 (1) (15), is entitled to compensation for causing the obligation
costs within the meaning of the Act on Ensuring Security of Supply
from the Security of Supply Fund if the costs take into account the nature and scale of the company's activities
taking considerable.
Reimbursement of costs is decided by the Security of Supply Center, which must request an application for reimbursement
opinion from the Ministry of Transport and Communications.

Section 301 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Costs of the targeted authority bulletin transmission system
The telecommunications operator has the right to receive compensation from state funds for the obligations referred to in section 280
implementation and preparedness costs.
Reimbursement can only be made for those procured for needs declared by the authority
investment, operation and maintenance of systems, hardware and software
direct costs. Compensation can also be obtained for a measure imposed by the authority
direct costs incurred. Reimbursement of costs will be decided if necessary
Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
The telecommunications operator may not use systems, hardware or software replaced by the authority
commercial activities, unless expressly agreed between the authority and the telecommunications operator.

Section 301 a (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Compensation for removed communication network devices
The owner or other operator of a communications network is entitled to full compensation from state resources 244 a
Under a prohibition of use pursuant to section 1 or pursuant to subsection 3 of the said section
from the communication network device to be removed, if the communication network device is activated
before the law enters into force. The compensation is based on the removal of the communication network device and
actual replacement costs and other financial losses.
The owner or any other operator of the communication network shall ensure that the device is removed and
the costs of replacement or other measures are kept to a minimum.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency decides on the replacement. A decision on compensation must be taken
in the same context as a depreciation order pursuant to section 244a (3) or no later than four
within one month of the removal order or, if no removal order has been issued, no later than four
within one month of a separate application for compensation.
The compensation referred to in subsection 1 above may also be made available after the entry into force of the Act
communication network device, if the prohibition on the use of the communication network device or
the removal order is based on a significant and material change in circumstances or other cause,
which the owner or other holder of the communications network could not reasonably have foreseen.

PART XII
ACTIVITIES OF THE AUTHORITIES
Chapter 38
Guidance, supervision and other tasks of the authorities
§ 302
General guidance and development
The general control and development of activities in accordance with this Act shall include transport and
to the Ministry of Communications.
The government must ensure that telecommunications companies in the regulatory activities and the government
ownership or decision-making activities are structurally effectively separated
way.

Section 303 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
General tasks of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
The task of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is to supervise this Act and those issued pursuant to it
compliance with the provisions and decisions, unless otherwise provided by this Act.
The decision-making power of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency does not fall between the company and the subscriber
a contractual relationship or liability, or the telecommunications undertaking 's right of recourse, or
matters relating to the obligation to return.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency does not supervise the persons and persons referred to in section 251 (1) (1)
requirements relating to the protection of the health and safety of domestic animals and not those referred to in paragraph 2
essential electrical safety requirements in so far as they are laid down by another authority
controlled.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency does not supervise the provisions of Chapter 22, with the exception of Sections 176–179 and 190.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency does not supervise the provisions of Chapter 28, with the exception of sections 241 and 242.
The task of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is to promote co-regulatory or self-regulatory activities in the industry if
co-regulation or self-regulation makes it possible, depending on the nature of the matter, to safeguard the provisions of this Act
fulfillment of requirements.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must consult the Ministry of Transport and Communications and co-operate
with it in preparing regulations under this Act on matters to which it also relates
The power to issue regulations or which are of considerable importance for the realization of the objectives of this Act
in terms of. In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must consult the Ministry of Finance when preparing
under this Act, provisions on matters relevant to the general development of public administration; and
in terms of the development of state administration structures, control systems and operations, or
general government information management control, electronic transactions and information security in general
criteria, co-operation between the state and municipalities in information management and joint information management by the Government
in terms of.

Section 304 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Special tasks of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
In addition to what is provided elsewhere in this Act, the tasks of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency are:
1) promote the functionality, interference and security of electronic communications;
2) participate in contingency planning and monitor and develop technical preparedness in the field
exceptional circumstances;
3) manage radio frequencies and telecommunications, as well as the numbering of communications networks and services
and administration of logos;
4) coordinate standardization in the telecommunications sector;
5) issue the identification of the radio station necessary for the identification of the radio transmission and issue, if necessary
provisions for its use;
6) collect information and provide information on the availability, quality and availability of online and communication services
prices;
7) collect information for online services, communication services, value-added services and information systems
security breaches and threats to communications networks and services
failure and malfunction situations;
8) provide information on information security matters and the operation of communications networks and services;
9) determine the interference of radio communications and the communication network of a radio device or telecommunications terminal,
the causes of the interference caused by the radio equipment, telecommunications terminal equipment or electrical equipment;
10) find out about network services, communication services, value-added services and information systems
security breaches and threats;
Inform the Commission of any cooperation with a Member State of the European Union which:
resulting in the harmonization of cross-border communication services
information security control measures that may have an impact on the internal market

activities;
12) act on the terms of use of the publicly regulated service in the framework established under the Galileo program
European Parliament and of the Council on a global navigation satellite system
a publicly regulated satellite service in accordance with Decision No 1104/2011 / EU
as the responsible authority; (15.3.2019 / 350)
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13) work on a framework for the free movement of non-personal data within the European Union
in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2018/1807 of the European Parliament and of the Council
as a contact and information point; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
14) act as a central point of contact for the accessibility of audiovisual content services
related issues; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
15) the European Union Agency for Cyber ​Security (ENISA) and Information and Communication Technologies
European Commission on cybersecurity certification and repealing Regulation (EU) No 526/2013
in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2019/881 of the European Parliament and of the Council (Cyber ​Security Regulation)
as a national cyber security certification authority; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
16) monitor compliance with the Commission delegated act adopted pursuant to Article 75 of the Telecommunications Directive
Union-wide maximum downstream fares; The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may require
the telecommunications operator to change the prices of downlink traffic, unless the pricing is a delegated act
compliant; (30.12.2020 / 1207)
17) maintain, where necessary, the independence referred to in Article 103 (2) of the Telecommunications Directive
comparison means and to adopt the reference instrument application provider paragraph 3 of Article
an independent benchmark that meets the requirements of the first subparagraph. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The provisions of Sections 302, 303, 308, 309, 311 to 315, 325, 330 to 332, 336, 340, 344 and 345 shall apply to:
also the European Convention on Roaming on Public Mobile Networks in the Union
Regulation (EU) No 531/2012 of the European Parliament and of the Council, hereinafter "the EU Roaming Regulation" ,
and enforcement of and compliance with the EU Internal Market Regulation for electronic communications
sanctions and the settlement of disputes arising from those regulations. EU electronic
traffic management measures referred to in Article 3 (4) of the Internal Market Regulation
However, the control of the processing of personal data related to this is the responsibility of the EDPS.

§ 305
Tasks of the Data Protection Officer
The EDPS monitors:
1) compliance with the provisions of Chapter 18 concerning the processing of Community subscriber traffic data;
2) compliance with the provisions of Chapter 20 concerning the processing of location data;
3) compliance with sections 197–199 concerning contact information services;
4) compliance with the provisions of sections 200 and 202–204 concerning direct marketing;
5) compliance with the provisions of Chapter 40 concerning rights of access to information and professional secrecy
for location information.
A fee may be charged for the control tasks referred to in subsection 1 (1)
from a community subscriber. Fee measures and the amount of the fee are regulated by the Ministry of Justice
in accordance with the criteria laid down in the State Payment Basic Law.
The EDPS also monitors Article 3 (4) of the EU Internal Market Regulation for electronic communications
processing of personal data in connection with traffic management measures referred to in
(17.6.2016 / 456)

§ 306
Duties of the Consumer Ombudsman
The Consumer Ombudsman supervises section 214 (4) on marketing to children
compliance. Under the Consumer Protection Act, the consumer ombudsman also monitors the
the legality of marketing and customer relations procedures for consumer protection
in terms of. The Consumer Ombudsman cannot interfere with ideological and social advertising.

Section 307 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Tasks of certain other authorities
In addition to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, the Police and the Border Guard monitor the
compliance with section 262 (1) on the marking of telecommunications equipment. Customs controls the Transport and
In addition to FICORA, the provisions and regulations concerning the import of telecommunications equipment
compliance.

Section 308 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Cooperation with various authorities
Ministry of Transport and Communications, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, the Data Protection Commissioner,
competition authorities, consumer authorities, market surveillance and product safety authorities
and the National Audiovisual Institute shall, in the performance of its tasks under this Act, be:
appropriate cooperation. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Transport and Communications Agency shall, where appropriate, cooperate with the European Economic Area
State Party or a Contracting Party to the Council of Europe Television Convention
with the supervisory authority responsible for the State Transport and Communications Agency.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must cooperate with other European Union agencies
Member States ’network and information security authorities
responding entities and the cooperation group referred to in Article 11 of the Network and Information Security Directive
with. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency provides the co-operation group with networks annually
a summary report in accordance with Article 10 (3) of the Security Directive.

Section 309 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Official assistance
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to receive official assistance from the police, Customs and the Border Guard
to monitor compliance with this Act and the provisions and regulations issued thereunder; and
to implement. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to receive official assistance
the Defense Forces to determine the causes of radio interference.
Upon request, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may provide expert assistance to another as official assistance
authority. The Ministry of Transport and Communications decides on the provision of official assistance. Transport and
The costs of official assistance provided by FICORA shall be borne by the applicant for official assistance,
unless otherwise agreed.
The provision of official assistance referred to in subsection 2 above does not entitle the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
to provide information on messages, traffic data or location data to another authority, or
the content and existence of a confidential radio broadcast.

Chapter 39
Consideration and consultation
Section 310 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Special obligation to consult
In addition to the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act concerning the obligation to consult the authority, telecommunications undertakings and
an opportunity must be reserved for users' representatives before a decision or order is issued 30
within one day, give its opinion on a significant impact on the communications market:
1) the notice of application for a license;
2) a regulation concerning telecommunications areas;
3) the numbering decision;
4) decisions pursuant to Chapters 7, 7a and 8–10;
5) an amended proposal for a decision pursuant to section 82 (3);
6) amending the terms of the license;
7) revocation of the license;
8) renewal of the license;
9) a decision pursuant to section 270 (4).
In exceptional circumstances, the 30-day time limit may be waived.
Prior to the provisions of section 17 a for the licensee and the parties representing telecommunications companies and users
opportunity to comment within three months.

Section 311 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Obligation to publish the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the Government
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall publish the geographical mapping referred to in section 51 a and
the forecast, in so far as it does not contain business secrets, the decisions referred to in Chapters 7, 7a and 8 to 10,
the regulation on the division of telecommunications areas, the numbering decision and the resolution of a dispute between telecommunications operators
so that they are available to telecommunications companies and user groups.
The Government shall publish the license application notice and the license decision in subsection 1
as referred to in

Section 312 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Electronic service
A matter falling within the competence of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may be agreed with the party
process and the decision will be notified by email. Decision or other document relating to the proceedings
shall be deemed to have been served when the party concerned sends to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
an acknowledgment of reading the message. In the case of a document which is not required by law to be submitted
served as evidence, the document shall be deemed to have been served on the third day of the communication
unless otherwise indicated.
However, a document or decision related to domain names can always be notified by e-mail
to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency of the party or the domain name intermediary representing the party
the address at which the decision or other document is deemed to have been served on the third party
on the day the message is sent, unless otherwise indicated.
If a party to an administrative matter referred to in this Act or a representative of a party
the domain name broker has provided the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency with substantially incomplete or
incorrect contact information or failed to provide relevant contact information and this information is not available
subsequently rectified or supplemented and a document relating to the proceedings, or
the notification of the decision is therefore not feasible other than in section 62 of the Administrative Procedure Act
the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue a document or a decision
also by publishing a notice on its website. Decision or other document
shall be deemed to have been notified one month after the publication of the notice. The notification must contain:
information on the date of publication and when the decision or other document is deemed to have been served.

Section 313 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Handling of control matters at the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may examine the matter at the request of a party or on its own
on its own initiative.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may set its supervisory tasks provided for in this Act
in order of priority. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may dismiss the matter if:
1) it is probable that this is not in violation of this Act or the provisions issued pursuant thereto
activities;
2) the matter has, despite the suspected error or omission, the functioning of the communications market,
ensuring the reliability of communication services or the smooth operation of electronic communications; and
for the benefit of the users of the services or the risk management of the services referred to in section 247a only
minor importance; or
3) the request for action in question is manifestly unfounded.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall make a decision on the inadmissibility referred to in subsection 2
as soon as possible.

Section 314 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Settlement of disputes between companies in the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall resolve the provisions of Chapters 7, 7a and 8–10 of a telecommunications operator and another undertaking.
or a dispute initiated under section 304 (2) no later than four months after the matter
initiated the result. The deadline does not apply to exceptionally extensive or otherwise exceptional cases
disputes brought in such circumstances. Obligations imposed on the parties in connection with the decision
shall comply with the provisions of this Act. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must promote co-operation between telecommunications companies and seek solutions
disagreements between telecommunications operators primarily through mediation.
If the mediation does not lead to a result within four months, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency will have a dispute
a decision at the request of a party shall be taken within four months of the conciliation
termination.
The provisions of subsections 1 and 2 shall also apply to the settlement of a cross-border dispute
where the parties to the dispute are located in more than one EEA State. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is
in resolving such a cross-border dispute, cooperate with the EEA State concerned
with the regulatory authority.
If the dispute affects trade between Member States, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must notify
issue an opinion to the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications
for. If a cross-border dispute has been notified to that body, the Transport and
FICORA may not resolve the matter until the opinion of BEREC has been received or
the deadline for submission has expired. The decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is
no later than one month after receipt of the opinion of BEREC.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

Chapter 40
Data processing
Section 315 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
General right of public authorities to information
Ministry of Transport and Communications, Transport and Communications Agency, Data Protection Commissioner,
the agent and any other authority supervising the provisions of this Act shall comply with this Act
in the performance of their duties, the right to obtain from those whose
the rights and obligations provided for in this Act or acting on their behalf.
Those whose rights and obligations are provided for in, or acting on behalf of, this Act are
upon request, to collect and disclose confidentiality provisions or other information
without prejudice to the provisions of this Act
competent authority to carry out its tasks.
The information shall be provided without delay, in the form requested by the authority and free of charge.
Notwithstanding the provisions of subsections 1 and 2, the Defense Forces and the Border Guard are not
obliged to provide information held exclusively for military national defense purposes
the structure, use and location of the radio equipment to be kept or used and the information
required for the collection of fees. The provisions of subsections 1 and 2 shall not apply to
a ship, military aircraft or other aircraft used exclusively for State purposes
information on radio equipment.
The obligation to collect and disclose, and the authority’s right to be informed of messages,
transmission data and location data are regulated separately.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations on its regular collection and
the information to be provided and the digital format and transmission of the information. Regulations may
apply to information which is necessary:
1) to monitor the terms of the network license referred to in section 16;
2) a market analysis referred to in section 52 or a decision of significant market power
or to monitor the obligations imposed by the decision;
To prepare a decision on the designation of a universal service undertaking referred to in section 85, or
to monitor the obligations imposed by the decision;
4) concerning the collection or provision of information referred to in section 304 (1) (6)
to perform the task;
5) the geographical mapping referred to in section 51 a (1) and the geographical mapping referred to in subsection 2
to prepare a forecast and to receive the notifications referred to in subsection 4.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)

Section 316 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Processing and destruction of communications and location data
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the disclosure of confidentiality regulations or other information
the right to obtain the necessary transmission data and location information in the event of a failure
or to resolve incidents or billing ambiguities. Also the one who is
In accordance with section 136 (4), in a position other than that of a communications intermediary
received or otherwise informed of a message or transmission information not intended for him, may
provide information on the message and transmission information to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, if necessary
to determine the fault situation.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the Data Protection Supervisor have
without prejudice to restrictions on disclosure, the right to receive traffic data, location data and
messages if they are necessary for the processing referred to in Part VI, and for cookies referred to in Chapter 24
provisions on the use or direct marketing of
to identify security breaches or threats. It is also a condition that the Transport and
According to the assessment of FICORA or the Data Protection Supervisor, there is reason to suspect one of the following offenses
characteristics are met:
1) a data breach of electronic communications referred to in section 349 of this Act;
2) unauthorized use referred to in Chapter 28, Section 7 of the Penal Code ;
3) causing danger to data processing referred to in Chapter 34, Section 9 a of the Criminal Code ;
4) possession of a cybercrime instrument referred to in Chapter 34, Section 9 b of the Penal Code ;
5) damage referred to in Chapter 35, Section 1, Subsection 2 of the Criminal Code ;
6) a secrecy offense referred to in Chapter 38, Section 1 of the Penal Code ;
7) violation of the secrecy of communications referred to in Chapter 38, Section 3 of the Penal Code ;
8) interference with telecommunications referred to in Chapter 38, Section 5 of the Penal Code ;
9) interference with the information system referred to in Chapter 38, Section 7 a of the Criminal Code ;
10) data breach referred to in Chapter 38, Section 8 of the Criminal Code ;
11) an offense of dismantling a system referred to in Chapter 38, Section 8 b of the Penal Code ; or
12) a personal register offense referred to in Chapter 38, Section 9 of the Penal Code .
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the disclosure of confidentiality regulations or other information
the right to be informed of the existence of a radio broadcast, and without prejudice to
transmission data, if necessary for the identification and location of a radio interference, the interference
or to prosecute the perpetrator. About other,
than the content of a radio broadcast intended for general reception may be given only if it is
necessary to identify, locate, eliminate or interfere with safety radiocommunications
or to prosecute the perpetrator.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the Data Protection Commissioner shall dispose of it pursuant to this section
information received from messages, traffic information, and location information when no longer needed here
to perform the tasks referred to in this Article or to deal with criminal proceedings concerning them. Information
messages, traffic data and location data shall be destroyed no later than two years or, if more
question on information on the detection of security breaches, no later than ten years
after the end of the calendar year in which the information was received or in criminal matters
the decision or judgment became final.
The right of access provided for in this section does not apply to the Credit Institutions Act
(610/2014) in Chapter 15, Section 14 or in Chapter 17, Section 20 ( 1) of the Code of Judicial Procedure
information referred to in

Criminal Act 39/1889 Chapter 35 Section 1 Subsection 2 has been repealed by Act L 306/2015 amending the Criminal Code .

Section 317 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Identifying and locating the cause of radio interference
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may also observe and use other than for general reception
transmission information referred to in paragraph 1 to the extent necessary for the interference with radio communications
to identify the polluter or an unlicensed radio transmitter to be used without a radio license; and
to locate, eliminate or limit the disturbance and to prosecute the person who caused the disturbance
to complete. The content of a radio broadcast other than that intended for general reception is received
however, information obtained from the content of the consignment may be used only if necessary
to identify, locate, eliminate, or limit interference with safety radio communications
or to prosecute the perpetrator.
The provisions of section 136 (4) do not preclude the provision of information to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
the existence and transmission of radio transmissions, if necessary in the event of a radio interference
to identify and locate, eliminate or limit the disturbance, or the cause of the disturbance
to prosecute. Information on the content of a radio broadcast may only be provided if it is necessary
to identify, locate, eliminate, or limit interference with safety radio communications
or to prosecute the perpetrator.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency shall destroy confidential radio communications data
after they are not necessary to ensure adequate interference with radio communications; or
administrative or criminal proceedings concerning the disturbance. The data must be destroyed no later than two
year or, in the case of safety radiocommunications, to ensure interference
the necessary information, no later than ten years after the end of the calendar year in which the
during which the information was obtained or the administrative or criminal decision or judgment became final.

Section 318 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Disclosure of information by the authority
Ministry of Transport and Communications, Transport and Communications Agency, Data Protection Commissioner,
Consumer Agency, market surveillance and product safety authorities and the National Agency
the Audiovisual Institute has a duty of confidentiality or other disclosure rules
notwithstanding any restrictions, the right to transfer in the performance of his or her statutory duties
document received or drawn up and to disclose confidential information to each other, if any
necessary for the performance of the tasks provided for in (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has confidentiality provisions and other information on disclosure
notwithstanding any restrictions, the right to transfer in the performance of his or her statutory duties
a document received or prepared and to disclose confidential information to the Energy Agency,
Financial Supervision Authority, the Licensing and Supervision Agency for Social Affairs and Health, and the
the Agency if it is responsible for the information security tasks assigned to them
necessary to deal with.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the Ministry of Finance have
notwithstanding any restrictions on the disclosure of information, the right to disclose as provided by law
a document obtained or drawn up in the performance of their duties and to disclose confidential information
information to each other if it is a network of public authorities and networks related to public communications
necessary for the performance of their tasks in relation to the provision of communications services. (18.1.2019 / 52)
The Ministry of Transport and Communications and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency have the right to secretly disclose
document and to disclose confidential information to the Commission, European Electronic Communications
the Body for the Cooperation of Regulatory Authorities and the supervisory authority of another EEA State, if any
necessary for the supervision of the communications market. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right
to transfer the information received pursuant to section 170 (1) (7), section 171 and section 275 (1) and (2)
confidential document and to disclose confidential information to another EEA State
the Supervisory Authority and the Cooperation Group referred to in Article 11 of the Network and Information Security Directive,
if it is necessary for the control of network and information security, and not for disclosure
endanger the security and business secrets of the operators referred to in those Articles
interests or the confidentiality of the information provided. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The right of disclosure and expression referred to in this Article shall not apply to information on messages,
location data or the content and existence of a confidential radio broadcast.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications or the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may use a foreigner
a confidential document received from an authority only for the purpose for which it was provided
given.

Section 319 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Confidentiality and disclosure of information relating to messages
Received and acquired by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and the Data Protection Commissioner pursuant to Sections 316 and 317
information on messages, transmission data, location data and the content of a confidential radio broadcast; and
existence must be kept secret.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has a duty of confidentiality provided for in subsection 1 or others
notwithstanding any restrictions on disclosure, the right to disclose security breaches
transmission and other information obtained in connection with the collection and
1) the communications intermediary, the value-added service provider, the entity, the subscriber and the user, if any;
exploited in a security breach, it has been the subject of or is the subject of a security breach
is likely to be subject to a security breach and if, in the opinion of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
there is reason to suspect that one of the offenses referred to in section 316 (2) (1) to (12) has been committed;
2) to an authority operating in another state or to another similar body whose task is
prevent or investigate security breaches against communications networks and services.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to disclose information as provided in subsection 2
only to the extent necessary to prevent security breaches; and
to find out. Disclosure of information must not restrict confidential communication and privacy
protects more than is necessary.
The provisions of subsection 1 shall not preclude the provision of brokering information to another authority, if any

necessary for the investigation or prosecution of the offense of causing the radio interference
or to eliminate or limit interference to radio communications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the authorities and other parties referred to in subsection 2 (2)
cooperate with the Ministry of Transport and Communications in defining In case of surrender
deciding on a site can have significant social significance or implications
general development of electronic communications services, the Ministry of Transport and Communications will decide to which
authorities or other parties, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may provide the information referred to in subsection 2
alienate.

Section 320 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Right of access to information for the Defense Forces and the Border Guard
The Defense Forces and the Border Guard have the right to receive, notwithstanding the obligation of confidentiality
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency for the use of frequencies for contingency planning and emergency conditions
information relevant to the preparedness. The right of access does not apply to information
transmission information, location information, or the content and existence of a confidential radio broadcast.

§ 321
Right of access to authorities receiving alerts
The telecommunications operator is obliged to hand over to the emergency center, maritime rescue center,
for the Rescue Block Center and the police:
1) the location information of the subscription or terminal from which the emergency notification has been made and the
identifier, subscriber, user and installation address; mixed
2) the location information of the subscription or terminal used by the person subject to the emergency notification; and
information on the subscription identifier, subscriber, user and installation address, if any
in the reasoned opinion of the authority receiving the alert, in a manifest emergency
or in imminent danger.
(30.12.2020 / 1207)
The information referred to in subsection 1 above shall be disclosed in accordance with the duty of confidentiality referred to in section 136
and notwithstanding the conditions for the processing of location data referred to in Articles 160 and 161, and
regardless of what the subscriber or user has agreed with the telecommunications operator to keep the information confidential.
The value-added service provider has the right to hand over the information referred to in subsection 1 to the person mentioned therein
authority.

Section 322 (30.1.2018 / 118)
Right of access to information of certain other authorities
The right of public authorities to obtain information for the prevention, detection and detection of criminal offenses
provided for in the Police Act, the Act on Crime Prevention at the Border Guard
(108/2018) , the Act on the Processing of Personal Data in the Border Guard (639/2019) ,
Act on the Prevention of Crime in Customs (623/2015) , the Act on the Processing of Personal Data in Customs
Act (650/2019) and the Coercive Measures Act . (10.5.2019 / 655)
Information retained on the basis of section 157 above may be obtained from companies subject to custody only
those authorities which are legally entitled to receive the information.

Section 323 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Free of charge of the measure and disclosure of information imposed by the authority
The telecommunications operator shall provide the authority, free of charge, with information in its possession:
1) which is necessary by law to maintain public order and security, criminal offenses
to detect, expose or prevent or to maintain rescue operations
performing the task; and
2) for which the authority has a separately provided right.
The telecommunications operator must exercise the right to intercept telecommunications provided by law of the authority free of charge
enabling measure.
In situations where there is an immediate threat to life and health, the disclosure or action is
taken as a matter of urgency.
The authority shall implement, at its own expense, a system for receiving and processing
The information referred to in subsection 1 or carry out the interception of telecommunications referred to in subsection 2.
The authority is also responsible for the public communications network and service of the authority's system
the costs of connection. However, the telecommunications company must carry out emergency traffic
control changes free of charge.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may issue more detailed regulations for those mentioned in subsections 1 and 2
measures and requests for information.

Chapter 41
Inspections and prevention of radio interference
§ 324
Limitations on scope
Sections 326 and 327 and section 329 (3) below do not apply to the Defense Forces or
border guards when they carry out military communications related to military defense, and
radio equipment held by them solely for the purpose of military defense.
Article 326 and Article 329 (2) and (3) shall not apply to a foreign warship,
a military aircraft or other aircraft used exclusively for State purposes
radio equipment.
Radio transmitters of a foreign ship or aircraft other than those referred to in subsection 2 shall not
section 326 (1) and (2) shall not apply and not section 329 (2). Section 329 (3) does not
shall apply to such radio transmitters if the holder or user of the radio transmitter so requests upon request
or a certificate in accordance with the provisions of section 267 (1) and section 326 (3).

Section 325 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
The right of inspection of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to perform technical security or
functional inspection or financial inspection in this Act and the provisions issued pursuant thereto,
to monitor the obligations imposed by regulations and decisions. At the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
has the right to do so in a manufacturer or user of satellite service technology referred to in section 271b
an inspection of the company to determine whether it complies with the decisions of the approval board; and
regulation of a publicly regulated satellite service. The inspection is provided for in the Administrative Act 39
§:in.
The technical safety and performance inspection may also be subject to a network of authorities and
provider of communication services related to official communications. (18.1.2019 / 52)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to commission a technical safety and functional inspection as well
audit of satellite service technology by an independent expert. To an expert
the provisions on criminal liability shall apply in the performance of this section
tasks in accordance with Liability for damages is regulated by the Compensation Act. With whatever
a telecommunications operator subject to a technical security and functional inspection commissioned by an expert
responsible for the cost of the inspection. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and those acting on its behalf have a technical safety or
in connection with a performance audit or a financial audit, the right to gain access to the telecommunications operator
equipment and other premises and to be examined, notwithstanding any confidentiality of the information
documents and information necessary for the supervisory task.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency and those acting on its behalf have information on satellite service technology
the right of access to the manufacturer or user of satellite service technology
to the premises of the organization as well as to be examined, regardless of the confidentiality of the information
documents and information necessary for the supervisory task.
The inspection may not be carried out on premises used for permanent residence.

Section 326 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Inspection related to radio equipment
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to apply this Act and the provisions issued thereunder,
in order to monitor compliance with the regulations and decisions, carry out an inspection at a place where:
1) a radio transmitter the possession of which requires a radio license referred to in this Act or for the use of which
a certificate of competence or aptitude referred to in this Act is required;
2) a radio device which has been found or which, for probable reasons, is suspected of operating or operating
contrary to or causing a nuisance;
3) an electrical device referred to in section 97, subsection 2, which has been identified or for the most probable reasons
suspected of having acted or having acted in contravention of, or causing disruption of, the rules or regulations;
4) radio equipment which is marketed or intended to be placed on the market;
5) the unwinding system referred to in section 269 (2).
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to enter the place referred to in subsection 1
the device is suspected to be the most likely cause. However, the inspection may be carried out
in premises used for permanent residence only if it is necessary for inspection
and there is particular reason to suspect that Article 348 (1) of this Law
the provisions of subsections 1–3 of the Criminal Code or Chapter 38, Sections 5–7 or 8b of the Penal Code have been violated.
Upon request, the holder, user and owner of a radio equipment shall submit to the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency:
Radio license held by the Border Guard and the police.

Section 327 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Examination of the device
To monitor the radio equipment market or if there is reason to suspect that the requirements set out in Chapter 30
radio equipment placed on the market or made available has not been complied with or provided for in section 269
the protection of the electronic message has been unlawfully released, the inspector of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has
the right to have the radio equipment and its documents examined and to prohibit the use and possession of the equipment
available on the market for the duration of the investigation. The examination must be carried out without delay. To who the device is from
accepted, a certificate shall be issued stating the equipment examined and examined
reason for taking.
If the radio equipment accepted for examination complies with this Act and the provisions issued pursuant thereto and
the requirements of the regulations and its value has decreased due to research, the owner has a requirement
pay compensation equal to the fair price of the device.
If the radio equipment is materially in compliance with this Act or the provisions issued thereunder or
the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may oblige the manufacturer of the device or
the importer to reimburse the costs of the investigation.

Section 328 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Ensuring the uninterrupted and efficient use of radio frequencies
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to monitor radio communications and their technical implementation
to ensure adequate interference and efficient use of radio frequencies.

Section 329 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Radio interference prevention
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to prohibit the placing on the market or placing of radio equipment
available on the market and use, and the use of special electrical equipment referred to in section 97 (2),
if it has caused harmful interference or if it can reasonably be expected to cause it
harmful interference.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to prohibit the import, marketing,
sale, supply and use also if the radio equipment can reasonably be expected to cause
interference with the intended use of radio frequencies referred to in section 95 or 96.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to inspect and examine a radio device if the device or its
the suspected use is suspected to be due to this Act or regulations issued under it, or
or has caused or is likely to cause harmful interference.
In this case, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may also make the radio device temporarily
incapacitated if it does not cause the holder of the radio equipment unreasonable in the circumstances
inconvenience or injury. Section 327 applies in other respects to the admissibility of a radio device.

Chapter 42
Control decisions and coercive measures
Section 330 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Supervisory decision
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency, the Data Protection Commissioner and the municipal building control authority may
in the performance of his duties under this Act, issue a reprimand to anyone who violates this Act or it
provisions, regulations, decisions and permit conditions issued pursuant to
their error or omission within a reasonable time.
With regard to the provisions mentioned in section 306 supervised by the consumer ombudsman, what applies shall be observed
Chapter 2, Sections 16, 17, 19 and 20 of the Consumer Protection Act.

Section 331 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Interim decision
If this law or a provision, order, decision or permit issued under it
the error or omission poses an immediate and serious danger to public order, to the public
safety or public health or serious economic or operational harm to others
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undertakings, subscribers or users, or the operation of communication networks or services,
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may immediately decide on the necessary temporary measures in section 330
regardless of the time limit laid down.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency must reserve before taking a decision on interim measures
the recipient of the hearing, unless the hearing cannot be carried out as quickly as possible
urgency necessarily requires.
As a temporary measure, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may suspend a danger or serious inconvenience
causing activity. In addition, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may restrict the use of frequencies or
impose other coercive measures comparable to these. Interim measures may be in force
up to three months. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may continue temporary measures at most
three months if the error or omission has not been corrected within the time limit. Interim measures
may be appealed separately in the same way as in subsection 1
to the decision referred to in

§ 332
Penalty, threat of suspension and threat of commission
A penalty payment or threat may be imposed as an effect of an obligation imposed pursuant to section 330 or 331 above
that the action is suspended or that the failure to act is ordered by the Defender
at the expense of.
However, the provisions of subsection 1 on the threat of suspension of operations do not apply to 176–179 or
Obligations referred to in section 190.
The penalty payment, the threat of suspension and the threat of commission are provided for in the Penalty Penalty Act. By commissioning
the costs of the measure carried out are paid in advance from State resources and recovered
from the defaulter. Recoverable costs are directly enforceable. Their recovery
provided for in the Act on the Enforcement of Taxes and Fees.

Section 333 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Penalty payment for a telecommunications operator
A telecommunications operator operating under an obligation imposed under sections 53, 53a, 54 or 55 or under section 81a
contrary to the binding undertaking and not, despite the request, in a reasonable, at least
within a period of three months to rectify his conduct, a penalty payment may be imposed.
A penalty payment may also be imposed on a company that intentionally or aggravated
negligence to provide misleading, incorrect or incomplete information within the meaning of section 51a
procedure and not, notwithstanding the request, within a reasonable period of at least three months
correct their procedure within the time limit. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
No penalty payment may be imposed if the conduct does not have a significant effect on the market or
if the imposition of a penalty payment is otherwise obvious from the point of view of safeguarding competition
unfounded. In addition, a penalty fee may be waived if a telecommunications operator has been ordered
or impose a penalty payment under the Competition Act for a similar act or omission.
In fixing the amount of the fine, regard shall be had to the nature and extent of the procedure and its duration
and the penalty fee imposed for a similar act or omission under the Competition Act. Payment
is a minimum of EUR 1,000 and a maximum of EUR 1 million. If the act or omission is very substantial
effects on the market, that amount may be exceeded. However, the fee may not exceed five
percent of the telecommunications company's previous year's electronic communications networks and services
turnover from the provision of
The penalty fee is determined by the Market Court on the proposal of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. Asian
processing and settlement in the Market Court provides for litigation
Act on the Market Court (100/2013) . A penalty fee is ordered to be paid
to the state.

Section 334 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Penalty for a television or radio broadcaster
To a television or radio broadcaster who acts in contravention of the provisions of Chapters 25 and 26 and not
notwithstanding the request, rectify its conduct by the supervisory authority referred to in section 303 or 306
may impose a penalty payment.
No penalty payment may be imposed if the procedure does not have a significant effect on Chapters 25 and 26
the achievement of the objectives laid down or if the imposition of a penalty payment is in accordance with them
otherwise manifestly unfounded in terms of security.
In fixing the amount of the fine, regard shall be had to the nature and extent of the procedure and its duration.
The payment is a minimum of 1,000 and a maximum of one million euros. If the act or omission is very
significant impact on the achievement of the objectives set out in Chapters 25 and 26, that amount
may be exceeded. However, the fee may not exceed 5% for television or radio broadcasting
the turnover of the carrier's licensed activities in the previous year.
The amount of the penalty fee in cases concerning the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency or section 214
on the proposal of the Consumer Ombudsman Market Court. On the handling and settlement of the matter
the Market Court provides for proceedings in the Market Court Act.
The penalty fee is ordered to be paid to the state.

§ 335
Enforcement of the penalty payment
The penalty payment is directly enforceable. Its collection is governed by taxes and fees
implementing law. The payment is executed by the Legal Register Center.
A Government decree may lay down provisions for the implementation of the penalty payment
the relevant notification obligation of the authorities, the penalty payment
and other similar matters necessary for the execution of the payment
as well as more detailed provisions on the implementation of the penalty payment.

Section 335 a (9.7.2020 / 579)
Penalty charge for certain electronic direct marketing
infringement of the provisions of
To be ordered as a result of violation of Sections 200 and 201 and Section 203 (2) of this Act
the penalty payment is provided for in the Regulation on certain powers of consumer protection authorities
Act (566/2020) .

Section 336 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Prohibition of an unfair contract term in the provision of a communications service
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prohibit the continued use of a contract term contrary to section 107, or
renewing the use of a contract term equivalent or equivalent if the prohibition is on consumers
necessary to protect. (30.12.2020 / 1207)
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may impose a penalty payment as an effect of a prohibition decision. Penalty payment
orders the Market Court to pay.
The decision referred to in subsection 1 or 2 of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may not be appealed
by complaining. The telecommunications operator may file a prohibition decision with the Market Court for 30 days
within one month of receiving the information from the decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency. Otherwise, the decision remains permanent.
Proceedings in the Market Court provide for proceedings in the Market Court
in the law.

§ 337
Closing a number or service
The consumer ombudsman may, at the risk of a fine, oblige the telecommunications operator to close the number or
otherwise prevent the use of the service if it is obvious that the service is intended to be unlawful
economic benefits by providing a marketing service to subscribers and users
relevant false or misleading information, and to the subscriber's communication service
charges are incurred for the service. The Consumer Ombudsman can also make a decision
provisional, in which case it shall remain in force until the matter has been finally settled.
In his decision pursuant to subsection 1, the consumer ombudsman shall prescribe that the telecommunications operator must
immediately upon notification of the decision, suspend the billing of the content service and terminate the service already
the transfer of funds accumulated or still to be accumulated to the service provider or another telecommunications operator.
Before making a decision pursuant to subsection 1, the consumer ombudsman must reserve it for the telecommunications operator
and the opportunity for the service provider to be heard, unless the consultation cannot be carried out so quickly
than the urgency of the matter necessarily requires.
The decision of the Consumer Ombudsman referred to in subsection 1 may not be appealed.
A telecommunications operator or a person whose service has been blocked may place anything other than a temporary one
the decision to the Market Court within 30 days of being informed. Otherwise
the decision remains permanent. Proceedings in the Market Court provide for litigation
in the Act of the Market Court.
If the decision of the consumer ombudsman referred to in subsection 1 remains permanent, the telecommunications operator must
without delay and no later than 30 days after the final settlement of the case
subscriptions paid by subscribers for the service in full to subscribers. If the telecommunications company for the service
the accumulated funds are not sufficient to cover the claims of all subscribers, the funds must be returned to the claims
proportion. Annual interest must be paid on the amount to be repaid in section 12 of the Interest Act
in accordance with the reference rate referred to in

Section 338 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Suspension of television activities
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may oblige the suspension of television activities referred to in section 3
in whole or in part, if the operator of the measures provided for in sections 330 to 332 or 334
in spite of serious and repeated violations of this Act or those enacted pursuant thereto in its television activities
provisions or regulations.

Section 339 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Television software and on-demand service software continue
suspension of transmission
The Government may order a suspension from outside Finland for a maximum of one month
retransmission of incoming television software and on-demand service software, if
in the software obviously repeatedly:
1) is guilty of inciting a group of people to be punishable as provided for in Chapter 11, Section 10 of the Penal Code
against or aggravated incitement against a group of people provided for in section 10a;
2) the provisions of section 6 of the Photographic Programs Act are grossly violated;
3) is guilty of an offense provided for in Chapter 34a, Section 1, Subsection 1, Subsection 2 of the Penal Code
public provocation to commit a criminal offense for terrorist purposes.
If the television operator responsible for the television program referred to in subsection 1
or the on - demand service provider responsible for the on - demand service software is
established in an EEA State shall continue to impose a suspension of transmission
Article 3 (2) and (3) of the Audiovisual Media Services Directive
accordance with the procedure laid down in If the broadcaster is established in a European country
outside the EEA but the Council of Europe Television Convention
suspension of the retransmission of a television program
accordance with Article 24 (1) and (2) of that Agreement
procedure.

Section 340 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Prohibition of telecommunications
If a telecommunications operator, in spite of the sanctions referred to in sections 331–334, seriously and materially
infringes or fails to comply with the provisions of this Act, the regulations issued thereunder or
decisions, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prohibit a telecommunications operator from engaging in telecommunications.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prohibit the activities of a telecommunications operator in whole or in part.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may prohibit a service that causes significant harm to competition or
the provision of the service entity until the decision referred to in section 52 has been made.

§ 341
Home search, location search and background check
If there are serious grounds for suspecting that in a particular place covered by domestic peace has been done
an offense referred to in Chapter 38, Section 7 of the Penal Code or in Section 348 (1) (2) or (3) of this Act,
to find an illegal radio or telecommunications terminal or to investigate a crime is obtained
provide a general home search or location search as well as a background check regardless of what
Chapter 8, Section 2, Subsection 1, Section 4 and Section 31, Subsection 1 of the Coercive Measures Act provide.
It is also a condition that the search or inspection is necessary to achieve its objectives.

Chapter 43
Appeal
Section 342 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Correction claim
An undertaking subject to the obligation to retain information may, in accordance with the information retention obligation referred to in section 157
decided to request a correction from the Ministry of the Interior.
The decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency concerning the radio license referred to in section 39
the decision on the allocation of radio frequencies referred to in Article 100, the numbering decision referred to in section 100,
The market-based frequency fee referred to in section 288, referred to in section 289

the information society fee and the television and radio supervision fee referred to in section 293 shall be received
require rectification.
The decision of the notified body concerning the certificate of conformity may require rectification.
A decision rejecting an aptitude test made in section 265 (3)
an external graduate appointed by the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency
correction from the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
The redress procedure is provided for in Chapter 7a of the Administrative Procedure Act.

Section 343 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Appeal to the Market Court
Pursuant to Chapter 21, Section 295 and Section 312, Subsections 2 and 3 of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency,
the decision is appealed to the Market Court. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency may
in its decision, order that the decision be complied with notwithstanding an appeal, unless
The Market Court dictates otherwise.
The handling of the appeal referred to in subsection 1 above in the Market Court is provided
proceedings before the Market Court.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has the right to appeal against the decision made by the Market Court.

Section 344 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Appeal to the Administrative Court
An appeal to the Administrative Court is provided for in the Administrative Procedure Act
Act (808/2019) . The provisions of the said Act shall also apply to appeals
decision of the municipal authority.
The authority that made the decision or the notified body may, in cases other than those referred to in sections 233 and 235
the decision shall provide that the decision shall be complied with notwithstanding any appeal, unless
the appeal authority shall order otherwise.
The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency concerning the transfer of the broadcasting right referred to in section 213 above
by way of derogation from subsection 2, the decision shall be complied with notwithstanding the appeal, unless
the appellate authority orders otherwise.

Section 345 (30.12.2020 / 1207)
Appeal to the Supreme Administrative Court
By way of derogation from the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, to the highest
an appeal to an administrative court may be lodged against a decision which:
1) the Government has made pursuant to this Act;
2) The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has, pursuant to sections 52, 53, 53a, 54 or 55, or
monitoring compliance with the decision;
3) the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has done pursuant to section 85;
4) Pursuant to section 314, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has made a regulation on the supervision of the EU Roaming Regulation;
5) The Market Court has made under this Act, except as provided in sections 336 and 337
a decision appealed against in the same way as a decision in a market court
provided by law.
The Government and the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency referred to in subsection 2 (1) to (4) above
the decision shall be complied with notwithstanding an appeal, unless the appeal authority orders otherwise.
The complaint must be dealt with as a matter of urgency.

PART XIII
OTHER PROVISIONS
Chapter 44
Penalty provisions
§ 346
Television and radio infringement
Who intentionally engages in television or radio activities without the provisions of section 22 (1), sections 26 and 28, or
The software license provided for in section 34 (1) or without making the software provided for in section 4 (1)
notification of the pursuit of an activity or contrary to a prohibition granted under Articles 338 and 339,
shall be fined for the television and radio infringement.
There is no penalty if the violation is minor.

§ 347
Unlocking system breach
Who, other than in the manner provided for in Chapter 38, Section 8 b of the Penal Code , intentionally violates Section 269 (2)
the prohibition on the unloading system or part thereof provided for in paragraph
sentenced, unless the act elsewhere in the law more severe punishment, protection
for a breach of the dismantling system .
The prosecutor may not prosecute a breach of the security system unless the plaintiff
report the offense for prosecution or unless an overriding public interest requires prosecution
lifting.
There is no penalty if the violation is minor.

Section 348 (17.6.2016 / 456)
Radio equipment violation
Which illegally
1) put into use a radio transmitter or use it without the radio permit provided for in section 39 or use it
a radio transmitter without the competence provided for in section 265 or the qualification provided for in section 266,
2) violates a prohibition imposed pursuant to section 329 or pursuant to section 330 in order to prevent or limit a disturbance
control decision issued,
3) violates, pursuant to section 260, subsection 7 or section 262, subsection 1, due to a risk related to radio equipment
an obligation imposed pursuant to section 327 in connection with the admissibility of equipment
prohibition, or
4) violates the formal non-compliance of radio equipment pursuant to section 263 (2)
obligation imposed,
shall be convicted, unless the act provides for a more severe punishment in another law, for a radio equipment violation
fine.
One who violates a penalty imposed under section 332 or a threat of suspension of activities
an enhanced prohibition or obligation may not be punished under subsection 1 for the same
work.
There is no penalty if the violation is minor.

§ 349
Electronic communications privacy breach
Who intentionally
1) fails to comply with the obligations provided for in section 205 (1) for requesting consent and information
the adoption of
2) fails to fulfill the obligation provided for in section 247 to take care of its services or transmission data; and
security of location data processing,
3) fails to comply with the notification obligation provided for in section 275 (1) or section 278 (2),
4) processes transmission information in sections 136–144 or location information in section 160, subsections 1–4 or section 161
or fails to comply with the obligation to notify or the authority involved in the processing
regulations issued by
5) fails to comply with the provisions of sections 152–154 concerning the preparation of a report or prior notification, and
the user, the employees' representative or the data protection officer,
6) fails to record the processing information provided for in section 145 or section 158 (3)
the obligations laid down in this paragraph,
7) fails to comply with the provisions of section 162 concerning the rights of the user and the subscriber,
8) fails to comply with the provisions of section 134 regarding the connection-specific breakdown of the invoice,
9) fails to comply with the provisions of sections 197–199 concerning the processing of personal data contained in contact information services;
processing, informing the subscriber of the purpose and use of the service, deleting data and
reparation, prohibition or rights of legal persons, or
10) engages in direct marketing, markets a telephone subscription or stores or uses data for 200In breach of section 203 or 205,
shall be fined for a data breach of electronic communications , unless the act is committed elsewhere in law
provide for a more severe penalty.
There is no penalty if the violation is minor.

§ 350
References to criminal law
The penalty for an offense of dismantling the protection system is provided for in Chapter 38, Section 8 b of the Penal Code .
The penalty for violating the secrecy of communications is provided in Chapter 38, Section 3 of the Penal Code , outrageous
violation of the secrecy of communications in Chapter 38, Section 4 and the punishment for breach of information under Article 38 of the Criminal Code
in Chapter 8 . The penalty provided for in section 136 (4) and section 160 (5) of this Act
a breach of professional secrecy is punishable under Chapter 38, Section 1 or 2 of the Penal Code , unless the act
shall not be punished in accordance with Chapter 40, Section 5 of the Penal Code or more severely provided for elsewhere in the Act
punishment.

Chapter 45
Passage
§ 351
Passage
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2015.
This Act repeals:
1) the Television and Radio Act (744/1998) ;
2) the Act on Radio Frequencies and Telecommunications Equipment (1015/2001) ;
3) the Act on the Prohibition of Certain Unloading Schemes (1117/2001) ;
4) the Act on the Provision of Information Society Services (458/2002) ;
5) the Domain Name Act (228/2003) ;
6) the Communications Market Act (393/2003) ;
7) the Electronic Communications Data Protection Act (516/2004) ;
8) Act on Auctions of Certain Radio Frequencies (462/2009) .
Sections 106, 15 and 135 of this Act shall enter into force on 1 July 2015.
Communications Market Act 61, 66, 67, 67 a – 67 i, 68, 69 a, 70, 70 a, 71, 72, 73–79, 79 a, 81, 82 and 83 a
§ applies until 30 June 2015. (19.12.2014 / 1217)
The Domain Name Act applies until 4 September 2016. 21 of this Act on domain names
Chapter, Sections 295 and 312 (2) and (3) of the domain name intermediary representing the party
shall enter into force on 5 September 2016.
Section 201 of this Act is valid until 1 July 2024. (4.6.2021 / 485)

Subsection 5 amended by L 485/2021 enters into force on 1 July 2021. The previous wording reads:
Section 201 of this Act is valid until 1 July 2021. (19.12.2018 / 1266)
Section 227 (1) (2) and (3) of this Act are valid until 31 December 2016.
Section 288 (1) (3) of this Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2024.
Section 304 (2) of this Act is valid until 30 June 2022.
Section 43 (3) and (4) of the Communications Market Act shall apply until 31 December 2015.

Section 352 (23.11.2018 / 1003)
Transitional provisions
The handling of an administrative matter pending at the time of entry into force of this Act shall be governed by the entry into force of this Act
provisions in force.
Network or software license valid at the time of entry into force of this Act, radio transmitter license,
the identification of the radio station and the certificate of competency and validity shall remain valid for those mentioned therein
deadline.
The law on auctions of certain radio frequencies applies to those granted under it
until they expire.
The rights and obligations of telecommunications operators under the Communications Market Act remain in force until
For the first time, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency has made a decision pursuant to section 52 of this Act
significant market power and, as a result, imposed on telecommunications operators in accordance with this Act
rights and responsibilities. If necessary, based on the Telecommunications Company's Communications Market Act
the termination of obligations is confirmed by a separate decision of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency.
The rights and obligations of telecommunications operators based on section 59 of the Communications Market Act remain
until the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency for the first time complies with section 85 of this Act
decision establishing the designation procedure.
The obligation based on section 134 (1) (3) of the Communications Market Act to transmit online air
compensation for freely receivable public interest nationwide software licensing
MTV3's MTV3 and Sanoma Media Finland Oy's television programs
Nelonen, are valid until the licenses pursuant to section 26 of this Act come into force
into force.
Television operations based on section 15 a (1) and (2) of the Television and Radio Act
the carrier's obligation to provide the general public with danger information on television programs applies to it
until the licenses pursuant to section 26 of this Act enter into force.
Radio operations based on section 15 a (1) and (2) of the Television and Radio Act
the carrier's obligation to provide the general public with danger messages on radio programs applies
to a radio operator pursuant to section 7 (1) of the Television and Radio Act
the time specified in the software license.
Section 229 (4) of this Act shall not apply to a contract entered into before the entry into force of this Act.
Section 288 (1) (1) of this Act shall apply to those granted after the entry into force of this Act
licenses.
If in another law or in a provision issued thereunder or under a law repealed by this Act
reference is made to a law repealed by this Act, the reference shall be construed as meaning
the corresponding provision of this Act.
HE 221/2013 , LiVM 10/2014, EV 106/2014, 2009/140 / EC; OJ No L 337, 18. 12. 2009, p. 37,
2009/136 / EC; OJ No L 337, 18. 12. 2009, p. 11, 2006/24 / EC; OJ No L 105, 13. 4. 2006, p. 54.
2010/13 / EU; OJ No L 95, 15. 4. 2010, p. 1, 2000/31 / EC; OJ No L 178, 17. 7. 2000, p. 1.
98/84 / EC; OJ No L 320, 28. 11. 1998, p. 54

Entry into force and application of amending acts:

12/19/2014 / 1217:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2015.
HE 237/2014 , LiVM 24/2014, EV 186/2014

6/12/2015 / 758:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2016.
HE 46/2014 , LaVM 19/2014, EV 274/2014

6/26/2015 / 824:
This Act shall enter into force on 2 July 2015.
HE 4/2015 , LiVM 1/2015, EV 4/2015

9/18/2015 / 1235:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2016.
HE 254/2014 , TaVM 34/2014, EV 371/2014

4/22/2016 / 277:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 July 2016. Section 249 (2) and (3) thereof shall apply
however, only for a construction project and a renovation project for which
the building permit application was submitted on or after January 1, 2017.
HE 116/2015 , LiVM 3/2016, EV 22/2016

6/17/2016 / 456:
This Act shall enter into force on 20 June 2016. Section 3 (40) and Section 136 (5) and (6) thereof
are valid until 21 June 2024. (4.6.2021 / 486)
The provisions of this Act shall not prevent such radio equipment from being made available on the market or
which:
1) falls within the scope of this Act;
2) complies with the provisions applicable before 13 June 2016; and
3) was placed on the market before 13 June 2017.
HE 67/2016 , LiVM 12/2016, EV 66/2016

6/29/2016 / 558:
This Act shall enter into force on 15 August 2016.
HE 15/2016 , StVM 7/2016, EV 83/2016

12/14/2017 / 900:
This Act shall enter into force on 13 January 2018.
HE 132/2017 , TaVM 19/2017, EV 132/2017

12/28/2017 / 1115:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 March 2018.
HE 100/2017 , StVM 24/2017, SuVM 1/2017, EV 186/2017

1/12/2018 / 68:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 June 2018.
Tying agreements entered into before the entry into force of this Act shall be subject to the entry into force of this Act
Section 113 and Section 116 (4) in force at the time of entry into force.
HE 82/2017 , LiVM 21/2017, EV 144/2017

1/30/2018 / 118:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 April 2018.
HE 41/2017 , HaVM 28/2017, EV 175/2017

5/4/2018 / 281:
This Act shall enter into force on 9 May 2018.
HE 192/2017 , LiVM 6/2018, EV 25/2018, Directive (EU) of the European Parliament and of the Council
2016/1148 (32016L1148); OJ L 194/1, 19.7.2016, p. 1

8/10/2018 / 606:
This Act shall enter into force on 15 August 2018.
HE 49/2018 , TaVM 11/2018, EV 70/2018, Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council
2016/943 / EU (32016L0943); OJ L 157, 15.6.2016, p. 1

11/23/2018 / 1003:
The entry into force of this Act shall be regulated separately by law.

L 1003/2018 entered into force in accordance with L 937/2018 on 1 January 2019.
HE 61/2018 ,HE 104/2018 , LiVM 21/2018, EV 102/2018

12/19/2018 / 1266:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2019.
HE 44/2018 , LiVM 11/2018, EV 53/2018

1/18/2019 / 52:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 February 2019.
HE 226/2018 , LiVM 34/2018, EV 186/2018

3/15/2019 / 350:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 May 2019.
HE 318/2018 , LiVM 38/2018, EV 234/2018

5/10/2019 / 655:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 June 2019.
HE 259/2018 , HaVM 41/2018, EV 321/2018, Directive (EU) of the European Parliament and of the Council
2016/680 (32016L0680); OJ L 119, 4.5.2016, p. 89

6/26/2020 / 541:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2021.
HE 41/2020 , LiVM 6/2020, EV 66/2020

9.7.2020 / 579:
This Act shall enter into force on 15 July 2020.
HE 54/2019 ,HE 10/2020 , TaVM 13/2020, EV 81/2020

30.12.2020 / 1207:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 January 2021.
Sections 17a and 17b of this Act shall apply only to those granted after the entry into force of this Act
online licenses.
Sections 56 and 59, section 61 (3), sections 61, 65 and 67 to 69, section 71 (4) of this Act
and subsection 5 (5), section 74, section 75 (1), section 77, section 80 (1) and section 81
Sections a – 81 c apply only after the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency is for the first time
has made a decision on significant market power pursuant to section 52 of this Act and this
as a result, has granted rights to telecommunications undertakings or other undertakings under this Act, and
responsibilities.
Section 26 (3) (8) of this Act shall apply after the entry into force of this Act

software licenses.
Section 65 (1) of this Act shall apply from 31 December 2023.
Subsections 1 and 2 of section 108a of this Act shall apply to tasks performed after the entry into force of this Act
agreements.
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Section 109 (2) of this Act shall apply to duties performed after the entry into force of this Act
communications service contracts.
Section 134a of this Act shall apply to contracts entered into after the entry into force of this Act.
Section 244a of this Act shall also apply to those introduced before the entry into force of this Act
communications network equipment.
Section 289 (3) of this Act shall apply from 1 March 2021.
HE 98/2020 , LiVM 16/2020, EV 189/2020

4.6.2021 / 485:
This Act shall enter into force on 1 July 2021.
HE 55/2021 , LiVM 10/2021, EV 60/2021

4.6.2021 / 486:
This Act shall enter into force on 21 June 2021.
HE 55/2021 , LiVM 10/2021, EV 60/2021

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