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Nationwide 24-hour transport strike to go ahead as unions rally
Thousands of public sector workers are set to gather in The Hague on Tuesday, 2026-09-08, protesting the Dutch cabinet’s proposed social security cuts. The nationwide 24-hour transport strike, organized by unions including FNV, will affect buses, trams, and trains across the Netherlands. Union leaders argue the cuts threaten workers’ rights and social safety nets. The government maintains the reforms are necessary for budgetary reasons. The strike is expected to cause major disruptions, with both sides standing firm in their positions.
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