Live | Last chance for the cabinet to gain support for tax plans
The Dutch government is in a crucial debate regarding its tax plans, aiming for majority support in the House of Representatives. Coalition leaders are negotiating with opposition parties to secure votes, as the Senate lacks sufficient backing. Proposed amendments from parties like PRO and Volt suggest lowering labor taxes while increasing wealth taxes, causing tension within the coalition. The coalition has agreed to allow differing votes on the tax plan, adding to the uncertainty. A vote is scheduled for Thursday, but support remains uncertain, with some members expressing conflicting intentions regarding their votes.
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