Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Man who took service weapon at National Protest to remain in custody for two more weeks
A man who attempted to seize a police officer's service weapon during the National Protest will remain in custody for two more weeks. A judge made the decision on Tuesday following the incident that t...
Court of Audit: Taxpayers (again) not getting value for money
The Netherlands Court of Audit's annual accountability report concludes that the cabinet consistently promises more than it can deliver, resulting in missed short-term and long-term goals. The auditor...
Heinen wants talks between Defense and Court of Audit on procurement
Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen has called for the Ministry of Defense and the Court of Audit to resolve ongoing issues regarding procurement procedures. He intends to facilitate a meeting between...
Court of Audit: safety plans exist mainly on paper
The Dutch Court of Audit has warned that while the government allocates significant funding for security, the effectiveness of these investments remains uncertain. The audit highlights that the Nation...
'The last taboo' lifted by new pay transparency law. Pay gap also tackled. 'Which employer says no to that?'
A new pay transparency law will take effect next year, allowing employees to request information about their colleagues' salaries. The legislation aims to break the social taboo surrounding financial ...
Commissioner: 'Politicians must be honest about asylum seeker reception'
Arthur van Dijk, the King's Commissioner for North Holland, has called for politicians to be more transparent regarding the housing of asylum seekers in local municipalities. He stated that indirect o...
Tram collides with bus on Amstelveenseweg, passenger slightly injured
A tram and an R-net bus collided on the Amstelveenseweg in Amsterdam on Friday morning, resulting in a minor injury to a passenger and the hospitalization of the tram driver for observation. The rear-...
Will a temporary asylum center spoil Santpoort-Zuid's protected landscape? Province to rule on exemption in June
The North Holland provincial committee will deliberate on June 8 regarding a request to house 200 asylum seekers at Sportpark De Elta in Santpoort-Zuid. The municipality of Velsen is seeking a plannin...
Police search at Beverwijk gym after anonymous tip yields nothing
Police searched a gym on Parallelweg in Beverwijk on Wednesday morning following an anonymous tip regarding illegal goods. Masked officers entered the building but did not find any prohibited items.
Froukje to release second studio album this fall: 'Can't wait'
Dutch singer Froukje has announced that her second studio album, titled "Kijk je Naar Mij?", will be released on October 2. The artist shared the news on Instagram, expressing her excitement for the u...
Last week 59 municipal notifications about demolition and tree felling in Haarlem
The municipality of Haarlem processed 59 permit applications last week concerning demolition and tree felling projects. Of these, 58 notifications were specific to Haarlem while one application was su...
Unclear where billions in defense funds are being spent
The Dutch Ministry of Defense is facing criticism for a lack of transparency regarding the expenditure of billions of euros on equipment and services. Reports indicate that the department frequently u...
Large fire at business premises in Diemen causes heavy smoke
A large fire broke out at a business building on Weesperstraat in Diemen on Friday morning, causing significant smoke development but no reported injuries. Emergency units from multiple surrounding mu...
Construction of extra cinema screens at De Schuur starts in June; new management: ‘We are looking for provocative productions’
Construction of two additional cinema halls at the cultural center de Schuur in Haarlem is scheduled to begin this June. New directors Marelie van Rongen and Mick Stevens intend to lead the venue with...
Martin (74) rescues broken wooden toys at De Koe youth center in Velserbroek: 'I'm taking it home, I think I can find a way to fix it'
Martin, a 74-year-old volunteer, is repairing broken wooden toys for the Mama Mia toy library at the De Koe youth center in Velserbroek. He takes the damaged items home to restore them, ensuring they ...
Youth learn the tricks of the trade during a course at HSV Het Snoekje: 'A live maggot attracts the fish'
Young participants are learning the finer points of fishing during a youth course organized by the fishing club HSV Het Snoekje. In Heemskerk, a student named Luuk caught the first fish of the session...
'I don't have time for anything else.' Embroidery marathon in Nieuw Akerendam takes its toll on group of residents
Residents of the Nieuw Akerendam center in Beverwijk have been participating in a daily embroidery marathon to create a large-scale artwork celebrating the city's 750th anniversary of market rights. P...
Despite cabinet plans, the number of civil servants continues to rise
The number of civil servants in the Dutch central government continues to rise despite successive cabinets' efforts to reduce staffing levels. According to a report by the Netherlands Court of Audit, ...
Defense takes risks with procurement without a tender
The Netherlands Court of Audit warned that the Ministry of Defense is taking significant risks by bypassing public tender procedures and awarding procurement contracts directly. President Pieter Duise...
Pelsstraat smooth as a billiard table again. Velsen and HVC’s Clean Street Project visits Velsen-Noord
The municipality of Velsen and waste management company HVC implemented the "Schone Straat" cleaning project on Pelsstraat in Velsen-Noord. Residents cleared the street of parked cars early in the mor...
Half of Dutch people will eventually experience knee problems: how to prevent them
Approximately half of the Dutch population will experience knee issues at some point in their lives, though these joints are often ignored until problems arise. Experts Roel Custers and Joris de Wildt...
FNV announces nationwide public transport strikes
The Dutch trade union FNV has announced a nationwide work stoppage in public transport across the Netherlands. The specific date for the strike is expected to be revealed later this Wednesday.
A short night and an ungodly hour, but Justin is at the final and that’s what matters: ‘I’ve been a fan since that day’
Justin Posthumus, a 24-year-old fan from Volendam, traveled to Istanbul to attend the Europa League final between Aston Villa and SC Freiburg. Despite the grueling travel schedule and early hours, the...
Fun day out! Visit this castle near Haarlem during Day of the Castle
During the Pentecost weekend, numerous castles, estates, and ruins in the Haarlem area will open to the public for the "Dag van het Kasteel" event. This national celebration allows visitors to explore...
Westerwolde: No decision yet on overnight shelter in Ter Apel
The municipality of Westerwolde has not yet determined where asylum seekers will stay if the reception center in Ter Apel reaches capacity on Wednesday night. No decision has been made regarding alter...
Two drivers arrested after collision on N203 near Uitgeest
Two drivers were arrested on Wednesday morning following a collision on the N203 near Uitgeest. Both individuals tested positive for drug use at the scene of the accident.
COA no longer admitting everyone to Ter Apel reception center due to overcrowding
The COA has begun restricting entry to the asylum reception center in Ter Apel due to severe overcrowding, prioritizing only the most vulnerable applicants. Chairman Joeri Kapteijns stated the measure...
Whitsun fair in Heemstede kicks off Friday with discount day
The Pentecost fair in Heemstede kicks off this Friday at the Sportparklaan parking lot with a special discount day. Running for four days over the holiday weekend, the event features various attractio...
Weesp: city of pleasure for 671 years
Weesp has a long history as a center for pleasure-related industries, predating Amsterdam's reputation for legal stimulants and entertainment. For over 670 years, the town has generated economic value...
From tree camp to permanent home: 750 anniversary trees take root in the city
Amsterdam has planted 750 trees gifted by local entrepreneurs to celebrate the city's 750th anniversary. These jubilee trees have been moved from temporary storage to permanent locations across the ci...