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Tuesday, Jul 21, 2026
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Dutch Government Raises Minimum Wage and Pension Payments

The Dutch government has increased the statutory minimum wage to €14.99 an hour for workers aged 21 and over while also raising pensions and social benefits to help households cope with persistent inflation and higher living costs.
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