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Dutch Bill to Reclassify Low-Paid Freelancers as Employees

The Netherlands proposes a law presuming freelancers earning under €36/hour as employees, entitled to employment rights; this targets 200,000 suspected false freelancers out of 1.3 million in 2024, aiming for fairer competition, and is set to take effect July 1, 2026, pending parliamentary approval.

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UK Foster Carers Face Exploitation Amidst Staffing Crisis

Thousands of UK foster carers, vital to the child welfare system, lack basic employment rights like sick pay and annual leave, earning as little as 80p an hour, leading to a 10-year low in carer numbers and calls for a bill of rights.

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EU Blue Card Issuance Soars, But Effectiveness Questioned

In 2023, 89,000 non-EU professionals received EU Blue Cards, with Germany issuing 69,353 (78%), highlighting its use to address labor shortages; however, experts question its overall effectiveness due to competing national permit systems.

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Khabarovsk Krai Launches Job Training Program for SMO Veterans

Khabarovsk Krai Governor Dmitry Demeishin launched a program to help veterans of the special military operation find jobs and receive professional training, addressing the needs of those not interested in government jobs; applications are open and the program will expand by September.

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Spain Launches New Unemployment Benefit for Long-Term Unemployed

Spain's SEPE launched a new unemployment subsidy in April 2025 for vulnerable 30-55 year olds who have exhausted benefits, providing up to €570 monthly (decreasing over time) with requirements including 15 years of contributions and income below 75% of the SMI (€810 in 2025).

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Caregiving Burden: Women Face Significant Career Setbacks

A new study reveals that women caregivers face significant career setbacks, with 33% reducing work hours, 29% forgoing promotions, and 16% quitting their jobs, highlighting the urgent need for workplace support and systemic change.

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AI's Growing Role in Workplace Promotions: Opportunities and Challenges

A Resume Builder survey shows 77% of managers using AI for promotion decisions, with over 20% letting AI make final choices; companies use AI for scalability, speed, and objectivity, but ethical concerns and transparency remain crucial.

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Uber Eats Under Investigation in Spain for Labor Law Compliance

The Spanish labor inspectorate is investigating Uber Eats for potentially violating the 2021 rider law by employing independent contractors, while competitors Glovo and Just Eat use salaried employees; this follows similar investigations of Uber Eats' previous all-contractor model and Glovo's eventu...

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North Yorkshire Farmers Favor Vet Advice Over GPs: Healthwatch Report

A Healthwatch report reveals that over 200 North Yorkshire farmers prefer veterinary advice over GPs due to time constraints, perceived lack of understanding from doctors, and confidentiality concerns in rural communities; the report recommends providing health services at auction marts and rural pu...

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Preparing for Disability in the Netherlands: Financial Planning and System Improvements

More than 800,000 people in the Netherlands received disability benefits last year, prompting the Nibud to advocate for proactive financial planning and open communication between employers and employees to navigate the complexities of disability and the Dutch 'Wet Verbetering Poortwachter'.

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Wehkamp Cuts 10% of Workforce Amidst Financial Losses

Dutch online retailer Wehkamp is cutting 103 jobs (10% of its workforce) at its Zwolle and Hilversum offices to simplify the organization and address three years of financial losses, totaling nearly €8.7 million last year.

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Widespread Fake Job Postings Fuel Distrust in 2025 Job Market

A 2025 study reveals that 40% of companies have posted fake job listings, with 30% having active ones; this, along with misleading remote work promises and undisclosed salaries, creates a climate of mistrust in the job market.

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