Jetten hopes sweeteners will win opposition backing for budget
The cabinet looks set to take its budget for 2027 to the brink after failing to secure support from opposition...
Cabinet's 2027 budget faces hurdle as opposition parties fail to back plans. Prime Minister Jetten urges support before parliament vote, as coalition 10 seats short of majority. Budget includes €350M in incentives for cost-of-living, left/right priorities. Farmers' party BBB rejects "tulip tax" proposal, while SGP pushes for sustainability funds.
Police service receives €15M concession. Neither left-wing nor right-wing opposition can secure deals; instead, cabinet opts for selective concessions. Jetten confident of securing Lower House support from ChristenUnie, 50Plus, Markuszower's group. However, Senate support will depend on Pro or BBB. Compromise reached on income tax "box 3" plan, but Council of State criticizes timeline.
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