The Netherlands would be better off attracting fewer labor migrants. This is stated in the annual labor inspection report. NAME reported on Saturday. Inspector General Rits de Boer writes that the cabinet will have “little other choice” than “stabilizing the size of the population”.
De Boer points out that some social problems will increase as the population increases. He points to the current problems in the housing market and nitrogen emissions, while inequality and climate problems will also increase.
De Boer also writes that employers and employment agencies often make use of labor migrants, but that the costs are borne by society.
Trade union FNV had previously asked NU.nl to discuss the use of labor migrants. The union will favor a faster transition for employers to permanent contracts and higher wages to address staff shortages in all sectors. “Ultimately, the most safety ensures that employees stay and don’t leave,” says Tuur Elzinga, chairman of the Executive Board.
Cabinet not yet in favor of recruiting new labor migrants
The company wants to expand labor migration opportunities, but recently stated that it does not expect a large number of new labor migrants at this time. For example, Karien van Gennip, Minister of Social Affairs and Employment, acknowledged that there is a shortage of housing, partly due to the – presumably long-term – reception of Ukrainian refugees. The ministers are also aware of the nitrogen problem.
There is also a risk of labor exploitation when employing migrant workers. The inspector writes on the check that he “sometimes cleans with the tap open”. For example, some companies would intimidate, mistreat and subject immigrants to strict rules.
Source: NU
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