Economy
Unions Suspend Actions as Government Withdraws Social Security Cuts
Dutch unions FNV, CNV, and VCP have suspended strikes and actions after the government withdrew plans to cut 6.8 billion euros from social security benefits, including reductions to the WIA disability scheme and unemployment insurance duration. Union leaders hailed the decision as a major victory, crediting sustained pressure for forcing the cabinet to abandon the measures. The unions now intend to resume negotiations with the government regarding the future of the social safety net and strategies to prevent long-term labor market exit.
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