EQUALITY: NETHERLANDS REFERRED TO ECJ.

• Position: European Union Court of Justice - Brief article

On 24 January, the European Commission decided to refer the Netherlands to the EU Court of Justice (ECJ) for not adequately protecting the rights of employees on maternity, adoption or parental leave related to their return to work. The Commission objects to the fact that current Dutch legislation still does not include specific provisions outlining the conditions under which employees may return to their jobs. The Commission also objects to the fact that there is no express provision providing a no less favourable treatment for women returning...