This national report examines the main trends in temporary agency work and the problems and challenges it poses in the Netherlands. It puts the spotlight on the working conditions of temporary agency workers, and the specific features of such work that might help explain these conditions.
The chemicals industry is a major contributor to the EU economy in terms of output, value-added, employment, and (net) exports. The sector supplies products to almost all downstream industry sectors and is an important engine for innovation for the wider economy. It plays a key role in facilitating