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Ten percent more Amsterdam youth on unemployment benefits, higher than national average

The number of young people under 27 in Amsterdam receiving unemployment benefits rose by 10% last year, surpassing the national average of 8% due to high employment in volatile sectors like hospitality and retail. Despite this increase, opportunities remain for young workers to replace a retiring workforce in a tight labor market that is also seeing a decline in vocational students.

Economy Amsterdam Netherlands

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