- Opposition unable to propose alternative to VAT increase
- Talks on the issue are at a standstill
- Government plans to increase VAT on culture, books, sports, and hotel stays
- Opposition has been strongly against the plan since Prinsjesdag
- Coalition parties want a viable alternative to the VAT measure
- Opposition criticizes coalition parties for lack of courage
- Concerns about approval of the tax plan in the Senate
- Debate on the tax plan continues in the Second Chamber
- Protest action planned with participation of famous athletes, writers, and actors
Source: taxlive.nl
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