Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Queen Máxima and Minister Vijlbrief cycle through Southeast and speak with Amsterdammers in debt: 'Often the root of many problems'
Queues in the heat: Greek airports issue urgent plea over European border control
Greek airports are raising concerns regarding long queues caused by the implementation of a new European border control system for non-EU travelers. This follows similar issues previously reported at ...
Digital euro one step closer after European Parliament support
The European Parliament has voted in favor of plans for a digital euro, moving the initiative a step closer to implementation. This support allows final negotiations between European Union member stat...
Neighborhood organization De Groene Hub receives 300,000 euro subsidy from municipality
The Amsterdam municipality has granted a one-time subsidy of 300,000 euros to the neighborhood organization De Groene Hub to prevent it from ceasing operations. The organization, which focuses on sust...
Judge: protester who defaced Van Gogh Museum was wrongly prosecuted
Parcel delivery service ordered to halt operations by Labor Inspectorate
A package delivery service in North Holland has been ordered by the Labor Inspectorate to halt operations for one week. The inspection found that the company was employing individuals from outside Eur...
Inheritance tax is the most hated tax, people find it inherently unfair
While the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis reports public support for higher inheritance taxes, 50Plus senator Martin van Rooijen argues that the tax should be abolished entirely. He de...
Government cushioned small businesses from major financial problems during the coronavirus pandemic
During the initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dutch government provided the primary financial support for small businesses, rather than banks. The internal financing provided by business owne...
Regulator suspends UWV training program for insurance physicians in Amsterdam over workplace culture concerns
Man boards train in Amsterdam with 75 bags of drugs in his body, caught in Germany: 3 years in prison
A 31-year-old Nigerian man was sentenced to three years in prison in Germany after being caught smuggling 75 packages of drugs in his body. The man had boarded a train in Amsterdam intending to reach ...
Increased camera surveillance on Jacob van Maerlantstraat following explosions
Keijzer critical of 'group of men' that determined corona policy, yet she did not resign herself
Former State Secretary Mona Keijzer has criticized the Dutch cabinet's decision-making process during the COVID-19 pandemic, claiming a small group of men ignored broader societal perspectives. Despit...
Police do everything possible to prevent escalation as World Cup party threatens to get out of hand
Gas and oil prices back to pre-peace talk levels
Gas and oil prices have returned to the levels seen prior to recent peace talks between the United States and Iran following a collapse in diplomatic negotiations. Consequently, stock markets in New Y...
New national tax office support center in Stadsloket Zuidoost
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration has opened a new support center at the Stadsloket Zuidoost in Amsterdam. This facility provides assistance with national tax inquiries, benefits, and payment i...
East bridge must be wide enough for scooter riders and emergency services
The proposed Oostbrug in Amsterdam is intended to accommodate a wide variety of users, including cyclists, scooter riders, and emergency services, while ensuring safety and accessibility. Despite risi...
European Parliament approves trade deal with Mexico: some import tariffs removed
The European Parliament has approved a trade agreement with Mexico aimed at reducing import tariffs. This deal follows the European Union's importation of 34 billion euros worth of goods from Mexico i...
Travel expenses for practical internships to be reimbursed next school year
The Municipality of Amsterdam will continue to reimburse travel expenses for final-year students in practical and special secondary education for the upcoming school year. Alderman Sofyan Mbarki state...
What is a proper new location for the controversial Anton de Kom statue? ‘Removing it is token politics, we already see enough of that in the Netherlands’
Residents express concerns to municipality about impact of Oostbrug on neighborhood: 'Bridge okay, harbor no'
Inheritance tax must increase, professor argues: ‘It is the fairest tax we have’
Professor Bernard Schols argues that inheritance tax should be increased, describing it as the most equitable form of taxation. Public opinion in the Netherlands is shifting in favor of higher taxes o...
53 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed 53 permit applications related to demolition and tree felling last week. Residents are encouraged to review the provided list to see how these activities affect t...
Trump wants no more trade with Spain: 'Terrible partner'
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to cease all trade with Spain, labeling the country a terrible partner. The Spanish government has responded to the announcemen...
Children aged 11 and under to travel for free on public transport across the Netherlands from 2027
Starting in 2027, children aged four to eleven will be able to travel for free on public transport throughout the Netherlands. This policy requires children to be accompanied by a paying passenger, su...
Rutte helped COVID critic Maurice de Hond gain access to RIVM
Opinion pollster Maurice de Hond and Member of Parliament Mona Keijzer are appearing before a parliamentary committee to discuss the Dutch government's COVID-19 policies. Both individuals have been vo...
Boarding school where Paris Hilton was allegedly abused loses license
The boarding school in Utah where Paris Hilton alleged she suffered sexual abuse as a teenager has lost its operating license. This development follows a multi-year advocacy campaign led by Hilton to ...
China hopes for fair and equitable trade relationship with the Netherlands
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao met with Dutch Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma in Beijing to discuss trade relations. China expressed the hope that the Netherlands will establish a fair, equitable, an...
Oil prices rise further after new US attacks on Iran
Oil prices have increased following new United States airstrikes against Iran. Additionally, the U.S. has revoked a license that previously allowed Iran to temporarily export oil.
Prince Harry on losing UK tabloid case: 'I did not get justice'
Prince Harry has stated that he and other plaintiffs did not receive justice following the court's ruling in his legal case against a British tabloid publisher. The Prince expressed his dissatisfactio...
Yuppenskelter or Biro? Name and rules for microcars remain too unclear
Research by the Vervoerregio Amsterdam reveals that 45 percent of mini-car drivers are unfamiliar with traffic regulations, leading to safety concerns. The organization and local officials are calling...