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Minister Vijlbrief: Unemployment benefit savings revised for older workers who cannot find jobs
Dutch Minister Hans Vijlbrief is willing to adjust plans to halve unemployment benefits (WW) to spare older unemployed individuals. He hopes trade unions will now participate in consultations regarding social security, having previously rejected earlier proposals. This revision aims to address concerns about the impact of austerity measures on older job seekers while seeking renewed dialogue with labor organizations.
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