Estonia Considers Cuts to Unemployment Assistance Budget, Reductions in Benefits Period
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Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs plans to cut €130 million from unemployment assistance budget between 2025-2027.
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Minister said period for benefit payments could be reduced and training by Unemployment Fund may be reorganized.
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Minister declined to comment on whether benefit amounts would also be reduced.
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Former minister said changes should not disadvantage vulnerable groups who rely on benefits.
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Unemployment Fund board surprised by €130 million target and said it constantly looks for efficiency improvements.