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Increase in collective labor agreements for working after retirement age

More collective labor agreements are allowing employees to work beyond their retirement age, according to recent reports.

9 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the Netherlands, there is an increasing trend in collective labor agreements that offer employees the opportunity to continue working after their retirement age. Reports indicate that employers are interested in retaining retired employees due to their experience and knowledge.

This development stems from a tight labor market and the growing desire among employees to remain active longer. Employers recognize the value of combining experience with the retention of workforce in a challenging employment environment.

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