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Amsterdam-Noord receives extra funding following coffin protest, but it won't be much: 'This decision is disastrous'

Amsterdam-Noord receives extra funding following coffin protest, but it won't be much: 'This decision is disastrous'

Activists from Red Amsterdam Noord organized a funeral-themed protest at the Stopera to demand more funding for their district. Alderman Melanie van der Horst promised additional money, but warned the amount would be limited, leading to immediate disappointment from the group.

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

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