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Jetten signals to opposition again: room to adjust Prinsjesdag budget

Prime Minister Rob Jetten has expressed a willingness to adjust the Prinsjesdag budget in response to criticism from opposition parties, emphasizing that the current draft is subject to further negotiation. He also proposed making budgetary documents public earlier to combat persistent leaks, while confirming that some planned social security cuts have already been removed to gain political support.

Prime Minister Rob Jetten has acknowledged that the recent process surrounding the Prinsjesdag budget draft was far from ideal, following significant criticism from opposition parties. Despite the internal struggles within his minority cabinet, Jetten signaled that the current budget plans are not set in stone and remain open to further negotiations and adjustments. He expressed a willingness to refine proposals to secure necessary parliamentary support, though he remained vague regarding the specific financial flexibility available for these changes. Opposition parties including JA21, SGP, and ChristenUnie have voiced dissatisfaction, citing a lack of effective communication and stalled negotiations.

In addition to addressing budget concerns, Jetten aims to prevent future leaks by advocating for the earlier public release of budgetary documents. Currently, these papers are handled under embargo, yet they frequently reach the media prematurely. Meanwhile, the government has already scaled back proposed social security cuts and abandoned plans to accelerate the AOW retirement age to appease opposition factions. Both Jetten and Finance Minister Eelco Heinen maintain that they are engaging in continuous dialogue with legislative partners.

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Based on reporting by ad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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