Dutch Labour Inspectorate flags unpaid standby at temp agencies

The Dutch Labour Inspectorate has flagged unpaid standby at temp agencies.

It says some temporary workers can be kept waiting for days without being paid.

The issue involves employment agencies in the Netherlands.

Standby means workers are expected to be available for possible work, though the details of the arrangements are not given.

The concern is that people may lose time and income while waiting for work.

The Inspectorate has raised the practice as a labour issue.

No further action or next steps are specified.