YLE finds possible loophole in rules on waiting periods imposed on political aides

INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISTS at YLE have reviewed the waiting periods imposed on political aides transitioning to the private sector, finding that three special aides and two state secretaries have received compensation for the period on grounds of a plan to set up their own business despite never following through with the plan.

The compensations ranged from 20,000 to 50,000 euros.