Employers urge rethink on tax increases for industry

By: Together Abroad 30-10-2013 6:23 PM
Categories: ** HR daily news, Business news,

Dutch employers have written to parliament to protest at tax increases on industry which are included in the recent budget agreement. In particular, the increase in tax on mains water will have an ‘unintentional and disproportionate impact’ on companies, especially those in the chemicals and metal sectors, the VNO-NCW employers' organisation says.

The tax means some firms which currently pay €50 a year for mains water may have to pay €10m in water taxes a year, the organisation's research shows. Hospitals and other public sector organisations which use a lot of water will also be hard hit, according to the Financieele Dagblad.

Waste

The reintroduction of an extra tax on waste disposal is also under fire from employers. They say it is likely to lead to more waste being shipped abroad for disposal, and less recycling. In addition, employers are angry that the super tax of 16% on incomes over €150,000 is being extended for a second year, even though it was supposed to be a one-off measure. Compensation for the extra cost of energy is being scrapped and changes in the tax of company cars will also pose an extra burden on industry, the employers' organisations say. Parliament debates the new tax plan with junior finance minister Frans Weekers on Monday. The minister will reply to their objections next week.
Source: DutchNews.nl

React

CAPTCHA ImageReload captchaPlay captcha

For an expat moving to the Netherlands, getting the right direction is very important. It's important that one knows which steps and direction to take. Linda is an exceptionally talent counselor, her advice has helped me land a job within a week of coming to the Netherlands. I am grateful for her mentoring and look forward to a great working relationship in the future.

Dr. Hrishiraj S | Clinical Research & Affairs Manager

Together Abroad provided expert advice on personal branding including developing a top-notch, market-aware CV, highly tailored job applications, and approach strategies with potential employers in the Netherlands. Furthermore, I found them be highly knowledgeable in key related fields such as recruitment strategy, immigration law, contracts, labor agreements, and (un)employment benefits. I would recommend Together Abroad to anyone who needs professional help with transitioning to a new career.

A. Aboufirass | Structural Engeer

Linda is a big mind. She thinks about things that the rest normally overlook. The insight she has about the dutch job market can only be achieved through years of experience and persistence.

Her business savvy is complemented by her mastery of understanding the client's needs and requirements. For my career I could say, she was the “Mary Poppins”, who guided me through thick and thin and helped me to land a career in the Netherlands

S. Bhattacharjee | FP&A Manager

If you are going to enlist the services of a "Career Coach" look no further. The only person you want in your corner is Linda van Orsouw. As an expat, you absolutely want to work with a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional who knows their way around the Dutch career/employment/job market. Linda assisted me in writing and positioning my CV, helped me organize and prioritize my list of opportunities, coached me through mock interviews and was there when I got offered a senior position only 2 months later. When asked I will only refer to Linda and "Togetherabroad".

Mr. C. Joubert
Lead Workplace Strategy Consultant 

 

New item