Helsinki Mayor Daniel Sazonov has unveiled his budget proposal for the upcoming year. The plan outlines a significant increase in expenditure for public transportation in Helsinki. This increased funding is specifically intended to mitigate planned fare increases for HSL (Helsinki Region Transport). The budget proposal signals the city’s commitment to maintaining affordable public transit options for residents. Details of how the city intends to finance this increased expenditure were not immediately available. The proposal will now be reviewed by the Helsinki City Council for approval. This aims to address concerns about accessibility to public transport amidst rising costs.