Thousands of Mercedes-Benz employees are protesting against planned cost-cutting measures, including increased working hours without salary increases. The demonstrations also address broader job losses across the German automotive industry, with the IG Metall union warning of further labor actions.
Schiphol Airport expects to welcome approximately 12.7 million passengers during the upcoming summer vacation period. This figure represents a slight increase compared to the 12.4 million travelers recorded during the same timeframe last year.
The municipal council of Heemstede has opted for financial restraint during the budget framework discussions, despite the town's currently healthy financial position. All proposals requesting additional funding were rejected as the council decided to preserve capital for future investments in sports facilities, primary schools, and the town hall.
According to data from Statistics Netherlands, residents of the country went on vacation 21.9 million times last summer. Between late April and early October 2025, 72 percent of the Dutch population aged 15 and older took at least one trip.
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.