Economy
Cuts to Unemployment and Disability Benefits Scrapped, Heinen Seeks Support from Stakeholders
Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen announced that proposed cuts to unemployment (WW) and disability (WIA) benefits have been removed in exchange for budget support from PRO and VOLT. The minority cabinet, lacking a majority in both chambers, is negotiating further adjustments, including changes to income tax and labor discounts that favor higher earners. Heinen plans to engage with trade unions and businesses to build broad support for the upcoming budget, while also considering a capital gains tax on box 3 assets to secure backing from right-wing parties like JA21.
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