Minimum service for private security during strikes at critical infrastructure
Official title: Wetsvoorstel tot wijziging van de wet van 2 oktober 2017 tot regeling van de private en bijzondere veiligheid en houdende diverse bepalingen, met betrekking tot het op post houden van private veiligheidsagenten om in geval van staking de continuïteit van de bescherming van bepaalde kritieke infrastructuren te waarborgen.
Status: Parliament is still discussing this proposal, for example in a committee or while waiting for advice. (parliament: ‘Pending in the Chamber’)
In plain language
- A mandatory minimum service will be established for private security guards protecting critical infrastructure, such as ports and nuclear sites, during a strike.
- Private security guards, security companies, and operators of sensitive facilities must prepare continuity plans and declare strike intentions in advance, under threat of requisitions and fines.
- You can rely on essential installations and vital public services remaining securely protected against incidents, even on strike days.
Automatically summarised (gemini-3.8-flash). AI can make mistakes: if in doubt, read the official text.
How parliament voted
Parliament has not voted on this proposal yet.