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Dutch government wants four-day working week to become norm for refugees in integration

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The Dutch government wants recognised refugees to work four days a week while learning Dutch, and has agreed with employers’ organisations to work towards offering more newcomers jobs.

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The Dutch government wants recognised refugees integrating in the Netherlands to work four days a week, with language classes arranged around their jobs where possible. Minister for Work and Participation Thierry Aartsen says the change is intended to help more newcomers into employment and reduce reliance on welfare.

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