The Dutch government is set to prohibit slaughterhouses and meat processing companies from employing temporary agency workers starting in mid-2028. This decision follows sustained concerns regarding the exploitation and abuse of these workers, who often face poorer conditions and lower pay than permanent staff. Government sources confirmed the impending ban, signaling a significant shift in labour practices within the sector. The move aims to improve working conditions and ensure fairer treatment for all employees in the meat industry. Concerns have been repeatedly raised about health and safety violations, as well as inadequate protections for temporary workers. Industry representatives are expected to react to the announcement, potentially raising concerns about labour shortages. The ban allows businesses several years to transition to a fully permanent workforce.