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Wednesday, Jul 01, 2026
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Netherlands Raises Minimum Wage and Social Benefits as Broad Income Reforms Take Effect

The Dutch government has increased the statutory minimum wage to €14.99 an hour from July 1 while raising state pensions, disability payments, youth benefits and social assistance, alongside revised income tax thresholds aimed at easing pressure from the cost of living.
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