In the latest episode of the podcast De Stemming, political journalists Joost Vullings and Marleen de Rooy discuss the recent political developments surrounding social security, the budget of the Jetten cabinet, and the disagreements within the coalition regarding box 3. #politiek #socialezekerheid #coalitie (translated)
"It's important that everyone is willing to get started at maximum speed," said chairman Coen van Oostrom of the employers' organization VNO-NCW, for example. #SociaalAkkoord #SocialeZekerheid #Arbeidsmarkt (translated)
"After seven months, I am very happy that we have this meeting," said Minister Hans Vijlbrief (Social Affairs and Employment, D66) after the hour-and-a-half-long conversation. #SociaalAkkoord #SocialeZekerheid #Arbeidsmarkt (translated)
"I just said during the conversation that we do not have a budget cut task by engaging in these discussions. And the cabinet has acknowledged that as well." During the first meeting about a new social agreement, FNV chairman Hans Spekman emphasized it clearly once again. #SociaalAkkoord #SocialeZekerheid #Arbeidsmarkt (translated)
During the first meeting about a new social agreement, FNV chairman Hans Spekman emphasized that there is no pressure from savings, which was also confirmed by Prime Minister Jetten, and that the discussions are focused on the reform of social security and the labor market. #SociaalAkkoord #SocialeZekerheid #Arbeidsmarkt (translated)
JA21 wrote that the Cabinet admitted to the left and rolled back reforms in social security according to the party. The party stated that the costs should be covered by reducing government spending, not by raising taxes. JA21 also reported that a motion by Michiel Hoogeveen had been adopted. #socialezekerheid #overheid #JA21 (translated)
Minister Vijlbrief has emphasized several times that he hopes to reach a broadly supported 'social agreement' with trade unions and employers, which also includes reforms that will ultimately generate revenue again. #socialezekerheid #vakbonden #onderhandelingen (translated)
"must comply with an assignment" FNV chairman Hans Spekman spoke of a "pleasant conversation." #socialezekerheid #vakbonden #onderhandelingen (translated)
Prime Minister Jetten has already expressed hope that the first agreements will take shape this spring. #socialezekerheid #vakbonden #onderhandelingen (translated)
After a 'pleasant and constructive' conversation between the cabinet and the trade unions, both parties have agreed to negotiate this autumn about reforms in social security, although they are not entirely on the same page regarding urgency. #socialezekerheid #vakbonden #onderhandelingen (translated)
Today, employers and employees in the polder are talking with the cabinet about the Dutch economy and WIA, with the hope of cooperation for a social agreement, now that previously announced cuts have been canceled. #WIA #socialezekerheid #polderoverleg (translated)
LVSV Gent wrote that Flemish people made up 60% of the population, paid 70% of the taxes, and accounted for 80% of the exports. According to the organization, 86% of all social benefits went to Francophones or non-Belgians. It stated that Flanders bore the burden but did not enjoy the benefits, and advocated for shielding the social security system. https://t.co/88dUPgOHXO #Vlaanderen #België #SocialeZekerheid #BE (translated)
LVSV Gent wrote that experts believed that Flanders could finance its social security and pensions itself. Due to the low employment rate in Wallonia and Brussels, the organization claimed that the Flemish would have to bear the costs for that. LVSV Gent advocated for keeping Flemish money in Flemish hands. https://t.co/FSXOgSL4VH #Vlaanderen #SocialeZekerheid #Pensioenen #BE (translated)
"If you manage to solve those implementation issues, it will have a significant impact. But especially for the unions, it will be: no pain, no gain. To really achieve results, less popular measures must also be taken." The king just means: there are no easy solutions, there first needs to be a willingness to make fundamental changes. #SociaalAkkoord #Bezuinigingen #SocialeZekerheid (translated)
"A motorist stands frustrated in the traffic jam, then climbs on his roof and shouts: I'm counting to ten and then everyone will drive 120." #SociaalAkkoord #Bezuinigingen #SocialeZekerheid (translated)
“That can be what the cabinet thinks until they weigh an ounce.” #SociaalAkkoord #Bezuinigingen #SocialeZekerheid (translated)
After the abolition of cuts in social security, there is urgency to reach a social agreement, while employers and trade unions are under pressure to find solutions for the high number of people receiving benefits. #SociaalAkkoord #Bezuinigingen #SocialeZekerheid (translated)
The cabinet will meet on Wednesday for the first time in months with trade unions and employers to discuss the future of social security, after previously announced cuts have been withdrawn. #socialezekerheid #vakbonden #kabinet (translated)
Betekent het schrappen van bezuinigingen op sociale zekerheid dat @PRO akkoord gaat met verhogen eigen risico van 165 euro pj naar 400 euro pj in 2027? @jesseklaver @Lisawesterveld @JulianBushoff #socialezekerheid #politiek #Nederland
‘Het kabinet zet een paar belangrijke en noodzakelijke stappen’Ook de ChristenUnie toont zich in een eerste reactie redelijk tevreden: ‘Het kabinet zet een paar belangrijke en noodzakelijke stappen’, aldus partijleider Mirjam Bikker. #socialezekerheid #bezuinigingen #politiek
