Finland’s Court of Appeal has ruled that the National Emergency Supply Agency (Huoltovarmuuskeskus) discriminated against an employee based on age when terminating their employment. The employee, a manager with over a decade of service, was dismissed reportedly due to plans for retirement. The court found the dismissal unlawful, citing age as the determining factor. Details of the ruling indicate the agency acted inappropriately by anticipating the employee’s retirement and using it as justification for ending their contract. This decision sets a precedent regarding age discrimination in employment practices within Finland. The agency’s actions have been deemed a violation of employment law, highlighting the importance of evaluating employees based on performance, not age or future intentions. Further legal ramifications for the agency are possible.