Why the Law Matters

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The Netherlands has 1.3 million self-employed workers, but an estimated 200,000 may be falsely classified, earning less and lacking protections. Van Hijum said the law, expected July 1, 2026, will curb unfair competition and ensure security for those forced into low-paid freelance work.

[alex10]

Laws set the balance — without them, freelancers have no real security.

[kelson10]

True, legal clarity helps both freelancers and employers avoid chaos.