Iceland’s Directorate of Labour intends to devote half a billion kronur (USD 4.2 million) on a direct project to tackle long-term unemployment. Read the full story

Rehab centres in Finland are bracing themselves for an increased workload next month, as summer drinkers attempt to dry out before returning to work. Substance abuse treatment clinics across the country say the hot weather has encouraged many Finns to drink to excess, and some will be needing help before returning to reality. Read the full story

As youth unemployment soars in Sweden, more youngsters are fleeing across the border to Norway in an attempt to find work. A quarter of Swedes aged between 15 and 24 now find themselves outside the labour market in their home country, with the ongoing economic crisis only making matters worse. Read the full story

Over a hundred people are still unable to work following accidents during the construction of the Karahnjukar hydro power plant constructed to power a new aluminium smelter in East Iceland. Read the full story

A record number of Danish workplaces have been voted onto the list of the best places to be employed in Europe. Read the full story

The governing board of the Left Party in Sweden has been forced into a climb-down by delegates campaigning for a six-hour workday. Read the full story

The annual competition run by the Icelandic Sports Association, “Cycle to Work” begins today. This is the eighth year the competition has taken place and, as the name suggests, people are encouraged to leave their cars at home. Read the full story

A new survey has revealed that a mere seven percent of Swedish businesses have a formal social media policy which covers how staff can access websites such as Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook during work hours. Read the full story

Fewer unemployed Icelanders are now looking for work overseas, according to a poll conducted by Capacent for the Confederation of Icelandic Labour. Read the full story

The ongoing debate on pension talks in Finland continues to stall; with representatives from employer-guilds and unions unable to reach an agreement over a proposal to extend the statutory retirement age. Read the full story