Last week, the municipality of Haarlem processed 68 permit applications concerning demolition, tree felling, and the hospitality sector. Out of these, 66 applications were for Haarlem and two were for the neighboring area of Spaarndam.
The province of Noord-Holland is awarding 5.8 million euros in subsidies to ten municipalities to improve road safety and develop cycling routes. The IJmond region will receive the largest share, totaling 2.6 million euros.
The Dutch Ministry of Defence is investing tens of millions of euros into Intelic, an Amsterdam-based company specializing in drone control software. As part of this deal, the ministry will secure a 'golden share' in the company, marking the first time the military has utilized this ownership structure.
Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn has been charged with property damage following allegations that he damaged the Reflecting Pool in Washington. The 67-year-old suspect has previously denied intentionally causing any destruction.
The Central Agency for the Reception of Asylum Seekers (COA) has temporarily closed an emergency shelter in Apeldoorn following the discovery of asbestos. The municipality of Apeldoorn confirmed the closure as a precautionary measure.
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a new law that allows voters who require assistance to receive help from a polling station worker inside the voting booth. This measure expands existing regulations that currently permit individuals with physical disabilities to be assisted by a person of their choice.