Declarations of Interests and the Interests Register

According to Section 84 of the new Municipal Act, certain municipal officials and representatives must publicly declare their interests that may be significant in the performance of trust and official duties. This provision has been in effect since June 1, 2017.

The aim of declaring interests is to promote the transparency and openness of municipal decision-making.

Interests are reported to the Audit Committee, which will inform the council of the declarations and maintain a separate interests register that is published in a public network.

The obligation to report applies to

• Members and deputy members of the Municipal Board
• Chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Municipal Board
• Members and deputy members of the Technical Committee
• Members and deputy members of the Permit Committee
• Members and deputy members of the Janakkala Water Utility Management Board
• Chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Municipal Council
• Chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Education Committee
• Chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Welfare Committee
• Chairperson and vice-chairperson of the Audit Committee
• Chairperson of the Central Election Committee
• Municipal Manager
• Representatives of the Municipal Board, committees, divisions, and management boards

Interests to be declared

• Management positions and trust positions in companies and other organizations engaged in business activities
• Significant wealth
• Other interests that may be significant in the performance of trust and official duties