638 search results for “labour economics” in the Staff website
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Maarten BergFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Emile CammeraatFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Lea HauserFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Mark Klaassen and Olaf van Vliet discuss European labour migrants in FD
The Netherlands cannot stop European labour migrants coming here. Nor does The Hague have much influence on the influx of asylum seekers. But experts believe that we should be able to reduce the need for labour migrants by using intelligent economic policies.
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Labour Participation Act
In the context of the Labour Participation Act, Leiden University employs persons with a disability. In this context, in 2016 we created an additional 16 FTEs for ‘labour participation employees’. For the next ten years, we hope to increase this by 6.3 fte per year.
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Labour market preparation
Leiden University aims to support its students effectively in their career orientation. Part of this takes place within the study programmes themselves, and part is supported through faculty‑level and university‑wide initiatives.
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Collective Labour Agreement (CAO) of Dutch Universities
The terms of employment of university employees are set out in the CAO of Dutch Universities.
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Barend BarentsenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Working past 60 while staying healthy: grant awarded for Leiden research
Many people work less after turning 60 which is not helping the economy. Egbert Jongen, Professor of Economics, will explore with his team how employers and policymakers can help older employees stay healthy and keep working, even after the statutory retirement age.
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Heleen AndriessenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Olaf van Vliet appointed Professor of Economics
The Executive Board has appointed Olaf van Vliet as Professor of Economics at Leiden University, specialising in social security and labour market policy from an international perspective. The chair is affiliated to both the Department of Economics (Leiden Law School) and the Institute of Public Administration…
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Laura JansenFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Sander KraaijFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Richard Karlsson LinnérFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Anna-Lena NadlerFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Lieke BeekersFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Simona CicognaniFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Luís Russo dos SantosFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Collective Labour Agreement (CAO) of Dutch Universities
The terms of employment of university employees are set out in the CAO of Dutch Universities.
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Vincent BakkerFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Corné van RheeFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Emma SchellFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Heike VethaakFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Larissa de Lima AlmeidaFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Dutch citizens in favour of generous welfare but with job-seeking obligation
Dutch citizens are not opposed to additional earnings and financial gifts for people on welfare, but believe it is important that there should also be an obligation to look for a job. This was the outcome of a research project on the opinions of Dutch people regarding the implementation of welfare p…
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Marion CollewetFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Egbert Jongen appointed Professor of Economics and Socio-Economic Policy
Egbert Jongen is appointed Professor of Economics and Socio-Economic Policy at Leiden University from 1 November 2023. His expertise is in the field of socio-economic policy, inequality, and the labour market.
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What are the pros and cons of labour migration?
The EU is struggling with labour shortages. Migrant workers and asylum seekers would be able to fill this gap and solve many of these problems. But, says economics professor Olaf van Vliet, the pros and cons regarding this dilemma need to be explicitly addressed. 'Now the message in campaigns focusses…
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Lifelong learning as the answer to huge labour shortage
Cancelled trains, massive queues at Schiphol Airport, nursery closures and long waiting times for health care. These are all the results of labour shortages. Economist Lars van Doorn can see some possible solutions but has some less optimistic news too.
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Atse FokkensFaculty of Humanities
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International Labor Rights Case Law Journal affiliated with Department of Labour Law
In recent years, much research has been conducted at the Department of Labour Law on the topic of sustainability and fundamental labour rights. Linked to this field is a journal: the International Labor Rights Case Law Journal (ILaRC).
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Peter van WijckFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Arie RosFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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Interdisciplinary research: labour market on the move
Migration, globalisation, technological developments, climate change: the greatest challenges of our time all affect our labour market. But how exactly? And can we influence this? Professor of Economics Olaf van Vliet regards it as his job to reveal how things really are. ‘That way, we can work on solutions…
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Yvonne Erkens appointed Professor of Labour Law
Yvonne Erkens has been appointed Professor of Labour Law at Leiden University as of 1 January 2026.
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Help Promote the Humanities Labour Market Survey
Education, Organisation
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'The benefits and disadvantages of labour migration are unevenly distributed'
One million migrant workers are employed in the Netherlands, often in poor conditions. If we want to reduce labour migration, we need to restructure the economy, says economist Olaf van Vliet. Either way, we need to address abuses, says FNV lawyer Imke van Gardingen.
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Leon HilbertFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences
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Kai Li -
Hoe laten we vaders minder werken en meer doen in het huishouden?
Gaan vaders minder werken als andere vaders dat ook doen? Helpt betaald ouderschapsverlof hen om meer op te pakken in het huishouden? Hoe bepalend zijn sociale normen voor verschillen op de arbeidsmarkt? Onderzoeker Max van Lent gaat het uitzoeken.
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Stefano BellucciFaculty of Humanities
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Workplace and Community: the social and cultural processes of labour movements
Hari Nugroho explores the role of local dynamics in shaping Indonesian labour movements. By focusing on the micro-level, this research reveals how labour organisation strategies are influenced by individual actors' personal histories, their interactions, and the way in which they respond the local economic…
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Wimar Bolhuis joins audit committee of Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis
Wimar Bolhuis, lecturer in economics, has become a member of the Central Planning Committee (CPC), the independent supervisory committee which audits the work of the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis (CPB).
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Kees GoudswaardFaculteit der Rechtsgeleerdheid
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The solution to the child penalty?
Research conducted by Leiden University shows that when parents adjust their working hours, other parents often follow suit. Understanding how other families balance work and care can help new parents divide tasks more equally after the birth of a child.
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90 years of labour law in Leiden: Evolving with the times
Labour law professors have shaped research and education in Leiden since 1936. From the rise of trade unions to the AI revolution, the field has constantly evolved. Major changes are on the horizon again in 2026. 'Labour law will always be important.'
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van Vliet in Trouw on purchasing power and effects of inflation on labour market
The Dutch Government recently announced measures to limit the loss of purchasing power. These include, for example, raising the minimum wage and healthcare benefits. Another way for households to maintain purchasing power is to work more. Olaf van Vliet, Professor of Economics, explains the effects…
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Shaping future-proof economics education during Economics Education Week
Education
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Costanza FranceschiniFaculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences