Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Van Weel also apologizes for communication regarding Lisa case
Justice Minister David van Weel apologized for his communication regarding the investigation into the murder of a girl named Lisa. He clarified that 1,700 officers accessed police systems rather than ...
Province applies suspended noise standards for Schoteroog wind turbines
The province of North Holland will apply current national noise standards for the two planned wind turbines at Schoteroog in Haarlem. This regulatory decision was confirmed by a provincial spokesperso...
Birth mothers angry over pressure on migrant workers to give up babies: ‘Have they learned nothing from the past?’
Mothers who were pressured into giving up their children for adoption decades ago are expressing outrage over reports that vulnerable migrant workers are currently facing similar pressures. They criti...
‘You used to eat noodles, now you eat burrata on sourdough’: three students on their money worries
Sofyan Mbarki (PvdA): We must not take the city's success for granted
Sofyan Mbarki, the PvdA lead candidate for Amsterdam, emphasizes the importance of addressing discrimination, overtourism, and inequality to maintain the city's long-term success. His proposals includ...
'A fine cut of meat with French sides.' Restaurant Vuur moves into the former café ’t Centrum building in IJmuiden
Three new owners, Kimberly Stringer, James Muller, and Raf Seegers, are opening Restaurant Vuur in the former building of the iconic café 't Centrum in IJmuiden. The team is currently renovating the ...
Police leadership admits mistakes in investigation into ‘peeping’ officers
The Dutch police leadership has admitted to making communication errors during an internal investigation into officers who inappropriately accessed systems in the 'Lisa case.' As a result, several int...
DPG Media tightens security after incident at Amsterdam headquarters
DPG Media is increasing security at its facilities following an incident where a man caused damage and unrest at its Amsterdam headquarters last week. The suspect has been arrested and remains in poli...
Police responded with sirens only once since Meesterlottelaan asylum center opened: 'It's going incredibly positively there'
Since the asylum seekers' center on Meesterlottelaan opened in Haarlem, police have only responded with urgency to one fight. Out of seven total reports of safety concerns, three were actually caused ...
Amsterdam gains a new city museum on Monday – and everything is tiny: ‘You can look at it for hours’
Dirk-Jan Prins, photojournalist and Tata critic, dies. His work lives on
Dutch photojournalist and Zilveren Camera winner Dirk-Jan Prins has passed away at the age of 71. He was widely recognized for his photography documenting environmental issues at the Tata Steel plant,...
Will there be another price cap? How the government can lower energy bills
The Dutch government is considering several measures, including a potential price cap, to address rising energy bills caused by increasing oil and gas prices. Politicians in The Hague are currently ev...
Marengo trial appeal enters new phase with 108th hearing of crown witness
Unrest in Middle East also impacts mortgage market
Unrest in the Middle East has caused capital market interest rates to rise by 0.25 percentage points. As a result, mortgage lenders in the Netherlands have started increasing their interest rates.
Majority of political parties support conditions for viable Herenboerderij Heemstede. ‘Vague promises in election manifestos get us nowhere’
A majority of political parties in Heemstede have signaled their support for the conditions necessary to sustain the local Herenboerderij farm. This development comes after the farm's cooperative aske...
Stranded Dutch nationals from Oman land at Schiphol via Egypt
A group of stranded Dutch travelers returned to the Netherlands on a Transavia flight from Hurghada, Egypt, which landed at Schiphol Airport shortly after 5:30 PM. The exact number of returning citize...
Naval mission continues, Dutch frigate must watch out for nearby Russians
The Dutch government has confirmed that the frigate Evertsen will participate in a maritime defense mission in the Mediterranean Sea alongside a French aircraft carrier group. The mission is scheduled...
Asylum Minister tightens street supervision in Emmen following nuisance
Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink has announced increased street surveillance in Emmen to address ongoing nuisance caused by asylum seekers. The measures include the deployment of six special investi...
Partou regrets actions: ‘Parents informed too late about childcare abuse’
LPG is much cheaper than petrol and diesel. Motorists consider switching
Motorists are increasingly considering a switch to LPG as gasoline and diesel prices continue to rise. Most vehicles can be converted to run on the cheaper fuel without compromising the driving experi...
Singer Jill Scott to perform at AFAS Live in October
American singer Jill Scott is scheduled to perform at AFAS Live in Amsterdam on October 10. The concert will feature songs from her new album titled "To whom this may concern."
North Holland allocates 600,000 euros for bus stop accessibility; Haarlem and Velsen to apply for subsidies
The province of North Holland has allocated 600,000 euros to improve the accessibility of bus stops for individuals with disabilities. Municipalities including Haarlem and Velsen plan to apply for the...
Does going viral with a ‘wacky’ video actually win votes for local politicians?
Local Dutch politicians are increasingly using viral social media videos, ranging from humorous skits to unconventional language, to attract voters for municipal elections. The article explores whethe...
Resident of Zuidoost asylum shelter stabbed and taken to hospital
A resident of an asylum seeker shelter in Amsterdam Zuidoost was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a conflict with another resident on Wednesday afternoon. The incident occurred at the ...
Haarlem entrepreneur to court over threatened fine for Markd terrace: ‘It’s crucial and the calling card of your business’
Entrepreneur Xiadong Yeh has taken legal action to challenge a penalty imposed for an oversized terrace at her restaurant, Markd, in Haarlem. She is seeking clarity from an administrative court regard...
Sharp increase in fines for phone use while cycling; Beverwijk region accounts for over €104,000
The number of cyclists fined for using mobile phones in the Beverwijk region increased by over 30 percent in 2025, rising from 469 to 612. These penalties resulted in a total of more than 104,000 euro...
Toonbeeld Castricum seeking music buddies again
The "Muziekmaatjes" project in Castricum is launching a second edition to connect different generations through music. Following the success of the initial project, the organization is looking for new...
Disappeared: merger was no taboo at vv Nieuw-Vennep
This article reflects on the history of the defunct football club vv Nieuw-Vennep as part of a series on former sports organizations. The club, which was the predecessor to the current VVC, is noted f...
New asylum minister wants ‘peace, cleanliness, and order’ in Ter Apel
New Dutch Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink visited the Ter Apel registration center to pledge stability and order. While local Mayor Jaap Velema welcomed the visit as a positive first step for build...
