Netherlands News in English
Netherlands news in English — Dutch national headlines covering politics, housing, immigration, the economy, transport and daily life, translated and updated throughout the day for the international community.
Low bumblebee numbers recorded again in National Bee Count
The annual National Bee Count in the Netherlands reported a low number of bumblebees again this year. Over 2,200 participants recorded approximately 46,000 bees and other pollinators during the citize...
Car heavily damaged by fire in Hoofddorp
A car was severely damaged by a fire on Kelloggstraat in Hoofddorp during the night between Monday and Tuesday. Police are currently investigating the incident and have not ruled out the possibility o...
Lawyer tears apart police investigation into Hoofddorp death penalty tweet: 'Series of procedural errors'
A 60-year-old man from Hoofddorp is accused of inciting violence against public authorities through a tweet. His lawyer has criticized the police investigation, citing a series of procedural errors in...
The Foundling Podcast: Towel in which Lieve was found has been identified
A new lead has emerged in the search for foundling Lieve's biological family after a woman recognized the specific towel and clothing Lieve was discovered in 15 years ago. Detective Gerard van den Haa...
Mass claim against Odido explodes: over 200,000 sign-ups on first day
More than 200,000 people have joined a mass claim against telecom provider Odido within the first day of its launch. The collective legal action follows a significant data breach that affected the com...
Our economy grew faster than neighboring countries last year
The Dutch economy grew by 1.8% last year, outperforming neighboring countries primarily due to increased consumer spending. While households had more disposable income to support this growth, many ind...
Italian woman (33) scammed out of €4,400 over Amsterdam rental: ‘I have no rights in this country’
Daniela Masciari, a 33-year-old Italian woman, was scammed out of nearly €4,400 after paying a fraudulent realtor for a rental property in Amsterdam that was already occupied. After being turned awa...
Why are 88 trees being cut down in Burgemeester Rijkenspark in Santpoort-Zuid? A walk with landscaper Frank
The municipality of Velsen is felling 88 trees in the Burgemeester Rijkenspark in Santpoort-Zuid as part of a forest management initiative. While the announcement surprised some local residents, offic...
Action at last for derelict Villa Santwyck in Hillegom: Apartments in monument, family homes in backyard
After years of neglect and multiple changes in ownership, Villa Santwyck in Hillegom will finally be renovated. The project aims to convert the historic building into seven apartments and construct ei...
Dutch drivers not flocking across the border for fuel: ‘Effect much smaller than expected’
A study by ABN Amro reveals that only a small percentage of Dutch drivers regularly cross the border to Belgium or Germany for cheaper fuel despite high domestic prices. The findings suggest that the ...
Higher petrol prices drive more border region motorists to Belgium
Higher fuel prices in the Netherlands, which are up to 55 cents more per liter than in Belgium, are driving motorists in border regions to refuel across the border. This price disparity has resulted i...
Schools sound the alarm over homeless students: ‘Children are being destroyed’
Schools in the Netherlands are reporting an increasing number of homeless students who are suffering due to the ongoing housing shortage. According to data from the Youth Education Fund, teachers are ...
Milieudefensie launches new climate lawsuit against Shell over oil and gas fields
Milieudefensie has launched a new climate lawsuit against Shell, demanding that the company stop drilling for new oil and gas fields. This legal action follows a recent appeal in a previous case where...
Police intervene after fireworks at Loosdrecht asylum center protest
Police evacuated the area around the town hall in Loosdrecht following disturbances during an anti-asylum seeker center protest on Monday evening. The intervention occurred after the situation turned ...
AVROTROS considers legal action after disruption of Eva talk show
AVROTROS is considering legal action against two men who disrupted a live recording of the talk show Eva on Monday evening. The broadcaster is evaluating its options after the individuals interrupted ...
Overlooked Twente war story finally gets national stage: ‘It’s time everyone hears this’
Arthur Menko has produced a podcast documenting the life of his great-uncle Sig Menko, a textile tycoon and chairman of the Jewish Council in Enschede during World War II. The project, supported by th...
Another protest against Den Bosch asylum seekers center
A protest against a planned asylum seekers center took place on Monday evening at an industrial estate in Den Bosch. This event marks the third demonstration held at the future facility's site within ...
Concerns and many questions: Heemskerk and Uitgeest hold meetings on arrival of asylum center: 'I see your nose growing'
Residents of Heemskerk and Uitgeest voiced significant concerns and questions during three public meetings regarding a proposed asylum seekers' center on the border of the two municipalities. Major po...
Part of North without power after loud bang
A power outage hit several streets in Amsterdam-Noord, including Havikslaan, after a loud bang caused by a snapped underground electrical cable. Emergency services cordoned off the area while grid ope...
Government insists no one is profiting from sky-high fuel prices
The Dutch cabinet maintains that neither oil companies nor the national treasury are profiting from high fuel prices. Consequently, the government has decided against implementing measures to skim off...
Celebrate peace through song at the Grote or St. Bavo Church on May 9 with Popup Choir
On Saturday evening, May 9, a Popup Choir event will be held in the Grote or St.-Bavokerk to celebrate peace through communal singing. The event invites the public to join together for a shared musica...
Closure of Johan Wagenaarlaan in Heemstede causes chaos. ‘Accidents are bound to happen here, aren’t they?’
The closure of the Johan Wagenaarlaan in Heemstede caused immediate traffic chaos and safety concerns in the surrounding Schildersbuurt on Monday. Drivers were observed performing illegal maneuvers an...
Number of women's toilets at events 'has reached its limit'
Amsterdam Alderman Melanie van der Horst stated that the city has reached its spatial capacity for temporary toilets during major events like King's Day and Pride. While the number of mobile units wil...
Russian protest artist Pavel Krisevich (25) denied entry to the Netherlands
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied a temporary visa to Russian protest artist and former political prisoner Pavel Krisevich. Consequently, his scheduled performance at the De Balie debat...
Three suspects released after stabbing in troubled Noardburgum
Three out of eight suspects arrested following a stabbing in the Friesland village of Noardburgum have been released from custody. The released individuals, originating from Westerwolde, Franeker, and...
Markuszower Group starts new party, Verdonk joins
Members of the Markuszower Group, consisting of former PVV members of parliament, have launched a new political party called De Nederlandse Alliantie (DNA). Former minister Rita Verdonk has joined the...
Markuszower Group starts new party, Rita Verdonk joins
Members of the Markuszower Group, consisting of former PVV MPs, have launched a new political party called De Nederlandse Alliantie (DNA). Former politician Rita Verdonk has joined the group for this ...
Anniversary bridge club BC Het Hart van Santpoort celebrates in style with Las Vegas party. ‘Everyone was watching closely as he opened his box of tricks’
Bridge club BC Het Hart van Santpoort celebrated its 35th anniversary on Saturday with a Las Vegas-themed party for its members. The event featured a variety of entertainment, including a magic show, ...
After King's Day 'extreme disruption' around A10 South and at South station
Major traffic and train disruptions are expected around Amsterdam's A10 South and Station Zuid following King's Day due to construction on the Zuidasdok project. Commuters face significant lane closur...
Parking, trees and housing groups: Haarlem citizens present wish list to PRO, D66 and CDA. ‘Work to be done’
Citizens in Haarlem presented a wide range of requests and concerns regarding urban planning and housing to the incoming coalition parties PRO, D66, and CDA during a recent public session. The politic...