Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Village church in Heemskerk transformed into tribute to Maerten van Heemskerck with workshops and music
The Dorpskerk in Heemskerk will host a tribute to painter Maerten van Heemskerck to commemorate his birth on July 1, 1498. The event features various activities, including workshops and music, celebra...
FNV leader Spekman lashes out at government: 'A downy blanket of words'
FNV chairman Hans Spekman has criticized the Dutch cabinet's proposed cuts to social security, calling for them to be withdrawn. In response, the labor union plans to hold protests and strikes next we...
V&D hotel plan backed by Haarlem city council despite ban; exception being explored
The Haarlem city government is considering an exception to its hotel ban to allow the conversion of the former V&D building into a hotel. Owners of the historic property at Verwulft requested the chan...
Tielen unable to dispel criticism of safer education bill
Members of the Dutch House of Representatives remain skeptical of State Secretary Judith Tielen's proposed law for free and safe education. Opposition parties expressed concerns that the legislation m...
New law to tackle high vet prices and overtreatment
State Secretary Silvio Erkens is drafting a new law to prevent veterinarians from overcharging pet owners through unnecessary treatments and expensive medications. The proposal aims to address rising ...
Heat plan in effect from Thursday due to hot weather
The National Heat Plan will go into effect throughout the Netherlands starting this Thursday due to forecast warm weather. The RIVM announced the measure on Wednesday following consultations with the ...
Cabinet takes action against soaring vet costs
The Dutch cabinet is introducing new legislation to address rising veterinary costs by requiring clinics to be more transparent about their fees. These measures also include a ban on price incentives ...
Senegalese Amsterdammers see their team fall just short against France: "It was very exciting"
Dozens of Senegalese residents in Amsterdam gathered at Studio Wieman in the Noord district to watch their national football team's match against France. Despite a festive atmosphere with traditional ...
Epidemiologist: forming critical OMT counterpart not a decision taken lightly
Epidemiologist Amrish Baidjoe stated that forming the "Red Team" during the COVID-19 pandemic was a difficult decision. The group of scientists provided critical feedback on the Dutch government's pan...
Scientist: Sense of urgency about COVID also varied among us
Epidemiologist Amrish Baidjoe testified before a parliamentary inquiry committee that the sense of urgency during the COVID-19 pandemic varied even among scientists. He noted that initial assessments ...
Uitgeest calls on residents to prune overhanging greenery and keep sidewalks clear
The municipality of Uitgeest is calling on residents to prune overhanging greenery and clear sidewalks during the spring and summer growing season. This initiative aims to improve safety by ensuring t...
48 municipal notifications for demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 48 permit applications related to demolition and tree removal over the past week. These reports allow residents to stay informed about upcoming environmental and ...
Why Dutch was spoken in Gothenburg for years
This article explores the historical and cultural connections between Amsterdam and Sweden, highlighting how Swedish footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović's career at Ajax is just one example of these links....
NPO joins forces with European broadcasters for new children's series
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is collaborating with four other European public broadcasters to develop new fiction series for children aged seven and older. This partnership is designed to provide ...
Two cars on fire in Haarlem, police suspect arson
Police in Haarlem are investigating a suspected case of arson after two vehicles were set on fire on the Robert Kochlaan early Wednesday morning. The incident was reported around 5:30 AM, and authorit...
Nuisance on Luxemburglaan in Heemskerk requires urgent action. 'Illegal dumping continues. The area is deteriorating'
Residents of the Luxemburglaan in Heemskerk are demanding urgent action to address persistent issues such as waste dumping, noise, and traffic nuisances. They criticize the local municipality and hous...
Heemstede Harbor to become one-day festival site: ‘We are aiming for a thousand visitors’
Heemstede Harbor will host the inaugural Harbourfestival on Wednesday, June 24th, to raise funds for charity. Organized by regional Rotary clubs, the one-day event will feature live music from the Her...
Old World Cup footage for people with memory loss: ‘The 1974 match against Brazil is etched in my memory’
Approximately 70 visitors with memory impairments gathered at the Telstar stadium for the "Football Memories" event to reminisce about historic World Cup moments. Participants used old footage and pho...
Arib settles dispute with House of Representatives presidium after mediation
Former House of Representatives Speaker Khadija Arib has settled her dispute with the parliamentary presidium through a mediation process. The conflict arose in 2022 after the presidium launched an in...
Avalon (25) is in constant pain and fears care will no longer be covered: ‘Even laughing hurts’
Avalon Leiman, a 25-year-old from The Hague with a rare connective tissue disorder, shares her struggle with chronic pain and disability. She expresses concern that proposed healthcare policy changes ...
Hundreds to walk through Haarlem at night next weekend (and this is why)
Hundreds of people are expected to walk through the streets of Haarlem during the night of Saturday, June 20, to Sunday, June 21. The event will take place in the early morning hours, creating a uniqu...
Information and tips for growing up safely online on new digital platform
The new 'Digitaal Opgroeien' platform provides practical tips and reliable information to support children's safe development in the digital world. It covers essential topics including screen time, so...
Corona hearing with policy critics: ‘I felt like hunted game’
The Dutch parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic heard from two policy critics on its ninth day of hearings. These witnesses, who were not involved in official decision-making, shared their ...
Watch the COVID inquiry: Critical GP Elens and Red Team member Baidjoe testify
On the ninth day of the parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic, field epidemiologist Amrish Baidjoe and GP Rob Elens are testifying as witnesses who were not involved in the official decisio...
Jelte (5) from Serious Request passes away: 'He has found his peace'
Five-year-old Jelte, who served as the face of the 2024 Serious Request charity campaign, passed away on Tuesday. He suffered from metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), a rare and incurable disease that...
15 million extra for electric tractor and machinery subsidies
Dutch Agriculture Minister Jaimi van Essen has allocated an additional 15 million euros to fund subsidies for electric tractors and agricultural machinery. This increased budget aims to allow more far...
Debate at De Pletterij about Werf Conrad, the gift Haarlem refuses to unwrap?
A debate will be held on June 23 at the Pletterij regarding the preservation of Werf Conrad in Haarlem. Participants will discuss whether the municipality is overlooking the site's significant cultura...
Laren overtakes Bloemendaal: average house value hits one million
Laren has overtaken Bloemendaal as the municipality with the highest average property values in the Netherlands, according to new data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. The average WOZ-value in L...
VSV to move to Oostlaan in Velserbroek at turn of the year. First football pitches already finished
Football club VSV is scheduled to move to its new location on Oostlaan in Velserbroek around the turn of the year. While the first football fields are already completed, construction of the clubhouse ...
NPO broadcasts poor quality World Cup footage due to costs: 'Dutch jersey does not fit within standard color palette'
The Dutch public broadcaster NPO is intentionally broadcasting World Cup matches at a lower image quality than the available 4K resolution to save on costs. Viewers have reported visual issues, includ...