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Wijnants (VVD) doubts more expensive East Bridge: "Predict it will cost 1 billion euros"

VVD faction leader Daan Wijnants is questioning the viability of the Oostbrug project in Amsterdam due to rising costs, which he estimates could hit 1 billion euros. He argues that the Westbrug should be prioritized and that the city council must further examine the decision-making process involving Alderman Melanie van der Horst.

Daan Wijnants, faction leader of the VVD, has expressed significant doubts regarding the construction of the Oostbrug over the IJ in Amsterdam. Initially estimated at 350 million euros, project costs have already risen to approximately 850 million euros. Wijnants now predicts that the final price tag will reach 1 billion euros, prompting him to question whether the investment is justifiable. He argues that the Westbrug is a higher priority for housing and public transport development in the northern part of the city. While the VVD remains open to persuasion by the municipal council, they are currently skeptical about the bridge's overall value and utility for residents.

The project is slated for debate in the city council, where the actions of Alderman Melanie van der Horst will be scrutinized. Previous reports indicated that Van der Horst was aware of the escalating costs prior to the elections but did not disclose this information to the council until afterward. Despite this, Wijnants stated he does not currently view the matter as one of malicious intent.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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