CNV Vakmensen: Trade Union for Taxi Drivers and the CLA Taxi

CNV Vakmensen is one of the two unions that negotiate the CLA Taxi. Members receive legal support, training advice and member benefits. An alternative to FNV with a Christian-social background.

CNV Vakmensen and the Taxi Industry

CNV Vakmensen is part of the CNV (Christelijk Nationaal Vakverbond — Christian National Federation of Trade Unions) and represents employees across various sectors, including the taxi industry. Together with FNV, CNV Vakmensen is one of the two unions that negotiate the CLA for Care Transport and Taxi on behalf of employees.

What Does CNV Vakmensen Offer Taxi Drivers?

CLA Negotiations

CNV Vakmensen participates in the annual CLA negotiations with employers' organisation KNV. The wage increases and training obligations in the current CLA 2025-2027 were in part negotiated by CNV.

Legal Support in Employment Disputes

Legal guidance in dismissal cases (fair or unfair)
Help with unpaid wages or holiday entitlement
Objections to ILT fines or other enforcement decisions
Support during illness and reintegration processes

Training and Career Development

CNV helps members find relevant training in the taxi industry, including referrals to SFMobiliteit for free e-learning and ESF subsidies.

Member Benefits

Discounts on insurance and energy services
Legal protection insurance included
Access to CNV advisers for personal consultation

Difference from FNV

Both FNV and CNV negotiate the CLA Taxi. The difference lies in background and culture: CNV has a Christian-social background and focuses on cooperation and constructive dialogue. FNV is larger and is known for a more assertive approach in disputes. In terms of services for individual drivers, they are very comparable.

More Information

View the CNV Vakmensen offering for the taxi sector at cnvvakmensen.nl/caos/taxi/cao-taxi.