Finland: “Helsinki nightlife reflects “new old normal” as restrictions ease”

Police said that the scene was calm early Friday night, but disruptions increased in the early morning hours on Saturday.

Partygoers descended on downtown Helsinki on Friday night after being starved of nightlife during the state of emergency caused by the coronavirus epidemic.

Last Monday government announced the further easing of curbs imposed to stem the spread of the virus, as standing alcohol laws were reinstated and establishments served alcohol until 4am instead of 1am. However bars and nightclubs are still required to provide separate seats for each customer.