Urgent reforms needed in Dutch childcare benefits scandal

A special commission investigating the progress of reparations for the Dutch childcare benefits scandal has concluded that significant intervention is necessary to avoid prolonging compensation for victims. The commission’s report, due to be presented to State Secretary Sandra Palmen (NSC) for Restoration and Benefits, highlights that the government has overpromised, leading to further disappointments among the tens of thousands affected parents.

The commission criticizes the lack of focus on the parents’ stories and family contexts. It notes that government agencies appear hesitant to trust parents, fearing overcompensation, despite most misuse being minor.

Source: NOS

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