Dutch Government Plans AI Use to Cut 25,000 Civil Service Jobs

Oct 27, 2026
The Dutch government plans to reduce its civil service workforce by 16% by 2035, using AI and standardized IT systems as part of the effort.

The Dutch government plans to remove 25,000 civil servants from its payroll by 2035, according to Dutch News. State Secretary Eric van der Burg said the 16% workforce reduction will involve greater use of AI, standardized IT systems and fewer regulations.

The government expects the measures to save €3.5 billion annually by 2035. Van der Burg also plans to reduce the number of advisory bodies and committees, while the coalition agreement calls for 500 rules to be removed each year.

Van der Burg did not specify which departments will face the largest cuts. Police and defense budgets are expected to be excluded, while the tax office and employment benefits agency UWV may be affected.

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