On 17 March 2020, the Dutch government announced that exceptional economic measures must be taken in relation to the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) crisis. Part of the measures entail the withdrawal of the Reduction of Working Hours Scheme (werktijdverkortingsregeling). Under the Reduction of Working Hours Scheme, it was possible for employers to apply for a permit … Continue Reading
As part of the nationwide measures to contain the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the Dutch courts will close until at least 6 April 2020. Only urgent cases will continue to be handled, albeit via video or teleconference whenever possible and without an audience. As of 17 March 2020, the Dutch courts have taken several … Continue Reading
