On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, an extensive debate took place in the House of Representatives on the Law on the Admission of Employment Agencies (Wtta).
The debate highlighted the complexity of introducing an admission system for labor intermediaries. While there is support for the objectives of the law, concerns remain about its enforceability, administrative burden and legal certainty. Companies subject to the Waadi should be aware of these developments and the potential impact on their operations.
Support Wtta, but concerns about implementation
The Lower House supports the Wet toelating terbeschikkingstelling arbeidskrachten (Wtta) in general terms, but has reservations about its implementation. During the debate with Minister Van Hijum (SZW), concerns were raised about enforcement, legal certainty and the rising costs.
An important point of discussion is the possibility of a sector-wide ban on temping in case of structural abuses. Some parties advocate such a measure, while the minister considers it premature and wants to wait for further research first. The legal protection of bona fide employment agencies is also the subject of debate. The VVD argues that the lack of suspensive effect in objection procedures could lead to problems, while the minister warns that this could encourage abuse.
Cost increase and limited inspection capacity cause debate
There is also criticism of the rising costs of the admission system. The fees, initially estimated at €490, have now risen to a maximum of €2,800. Inspection capacity also appears to be a bottleneck. The minister acknowledges that not all companies can be inspected immediately and expects it will be another two years before inspections are fully operational. In the meantime, companies can continue to operate under conditions, such as an SNA certificate.
Doubts about effectiveness of law
Some MPs doubt whether it actually contributes to combating malafidity in the temporary employment sector. Alternative proposals, such as a greater role for the Labor Inspectorate and expansion of G-accounts, are put forward as potentially more effective solutions. However, the minister remains convinced of the strength of the system, which combines public regulation and sector responsibility.
The debate will continue on March 27.
Source: flexnews
Normec VRO's position
Normec VRO supports the introduction of the Law on the Admission of the Provision of Workers (Wtta), given its primary goal of improving the protection of workers and ensuring a level playing field within the sector. Combating rogue parties remains a crucial pillar in this. At the same time, we stress the importance of balanced enforcement, whereby bona fide companies do not unnecessarily lose their authorization due to overly strict control of administrative details.
"It is essential to recognize that malafidity is not combated merely by adding additional standards requirements within the standards framework. While such additions are relevant, it is the synergy between different measures, combined with effective cooperation between public and private parties, that will actually make the difference," said Julisa Fereijra-Phelipa, Business Unit Director of Normec VRO.
The pay ratio requirement is an example of an element that plays a prominent role within the new Wtta standards framework. However, the enforcement power of the Dutch Labor Inspectorate is in practice limited to the legal minimum wage (WML), which raises questions about the effectiveness of supervision of broader wage ratios.
Normec VRO remains committed to a sound and enforceable licensing system that on the one hand protects against rogue practices and on the other prevents well-intentioned companies from being unnecessarily disadvantaged by disproportionate regulation.
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