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The Dutch government has blocked the acquisition of Solvinity, the Amsterdam-based IT company behind DigiD, by American firm Kyndryl following advice from the Bureau for Investment Review.

The Dutch labour market in 2026 demands strategic coordination of immigration, payroll, tax, and social security matters for international recruitment. With updated salary thresholds for highly skilled migrants, evolving expat tax ruling caps, and persistent housing challenges, employers must align HR, legal, and tax functions early to avoid start-date delays and compliance risks while accessing global talent pools.

Recent Dutch Supreme Court rulings have clarified how the duty to file a complaint under general property law applies to employment-related wage claims, creating significant implications for both employers and employees. The court's decisions in cases involving overtime pay and vacation wages establish new precedents for when employees must notify employers of payment defects, while considering the unique power dynamics inherent in employment relationships.