Better work: society’s new mission

Netherlands Scientific Council for Government Policy argues for a renewed focus on quality of work

New technology, flexibilisation and the intensification of work could have significant consequences for those who still have work in the future, and for the quality of that work. For this reason, the Netherlands Scientific Council for Government Policy (WRR) is arguing that good work for everyone should now be seen as an important aspiration for companies, institutions, social partners and the government. Good work is essential for general well-being: for the individual’s quality of life, for the economy and for society as a whole.

This report makes nine policy proposals to promote and facilitate good work for more people.