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Netherlands Youth Care Funding Crisis

Dutch municipalities face a 10 billion euro youth care funding crisis by 2028, prompting calls for government intervention and possible legal action.

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Vereniging Van Nederlandse Gemeenten (Vng)Nos

Nathalie KramersJeroen Van Eijndhoven

What is the VNG's plan if the government does not provide sufficient funding?: If the government fails to provide adequate funding, the VNG is considering legal action as a last resort. They would prefer a collaborative approach but are prepared to pursue legal means if necessary to resolve the crisis.
What factors are contributing to the rising costs of youth care in the Netherlands?: The increasing costs are attributed to factors such as inflation, longer treatment durations, and a rise in the number of young people needing care. The current system is also leading to longer waiting lists, exacerbating existing issues.
What is the expected impact of the Hervormingsagenda Jeugd on the financial situation?: The Dutch government's Hervormingsagenda Jeugd, intended to improve efficiency, is proving to have a slower impact than anticipated. This means that the financial pressures on municipalities will continue unless there's additional governmental support.
What is the projected shortfall in youth care funding for Dutch municipalities by 2028?: Dutch municipalities are facing a 10 billion euro shortfall in youth care funding by 2028, a significant increase from 4 billion in 2018. This is due to rising costs and an increasing number of young people requiring care.
What is the VNG's request from the Dutch government regarding the youth care funding crisis?: The VNG (Association of Netherlands Municipalities) is advocating for a 1.5 billion euro compensation from the government to cover the deficits from the past two years. They are also pushing for structural funding to address the ongoing financial challenges.

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