Dutch News in English
Latest headlines from the Netherlands in English. Covering Amsterdam, Haarlem, and national Dutch news.
Cabinet to ban temporary workers in meat sector
The Dutch government plans to implement a ban on the use of temporary agency workers in the meat processing industry starting in mid-2028. This measure aims to address and eliminate labor abuses and t...
IJmuiden resident suspected of illegal fish trade, 57,000 euros in cash seized
On July 1, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) arrested an individual from IJmuiden on suspicion of illegal fish trading. During the operation, authorities searched a fis...
Teylers Museum launches science podcast series for children
Teylers Museum has launched a new children's podcast series titled 'Zeker weten?'. The series aims to explain the workings of science in an accessible way for children aged seven and older.
Dutch House of Representatives agrees to reduce number of local broadcasters
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a reform plan to consolidate over two hundred local broadcasters into a maximum of eighty regional stations. This legislative change aims to strengthen ...
Barcelona gives outdoor workers heat bracelets: stop immediately if alarm sounds
In Barcelona, outdoor workers are being provided with heat-sensitive wristbands to monitor their health. These devices vibrate to alert individuals when they are at risk of overheating, prompting them...
Adoptee interest group welcomes cabinet apology
The organization Stichting Verleden in Zicht has expressed satisfaction regarding the Dutch government's formal apology to adoptees for past injustices. Despite welcoming the acknowledgment of their s...
AVROTROS to decide on Eurovision participation by late August or early September
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS is expected to decide on its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest between late August and early September. This timeline remains unaffected by recent news regarding ...
Debate over chaos in city districts ends in a fizzle: officials installed after all
Following recent political controversy regarding the appointment of district administrators in Amsterdam-Nieuw-West and Amsterdam-Zuidoost, the proposed PRO candidates have been officially installed. ...
Debate over chaos in city districts ends in a fizzle: administrators installed after all
The Amsterdam city council held an emergency debate following political unrest regarding the appointment of new district administrators in Nieuw-West and Zuidoost. Despite initial opposition and rejec...
Tesla surprises stock market with significantly higher global vehicle deliveries than expected
Tesla reported a significant recovery in the second quarter, delivering 25% more vehicles globally compared to the same period last year. This performance exceeded market expectations following a decl...
Sterk: frustration over inability to prevent nursing home closures
Minister of Long-Term Care Mirjam Sterk expressed frustration over the lack of a solution for children with multiple disabilities currently receiving care at ExpertCare nursing villas. Members of the ...
BinnensteBuiten producers angry at NPO for failing to keep agreement
The production team of the KRO-NCRV program BinnensteBuiten has expressed anger and disappointment after the NPO reportedly failed to honor agreements regarding the show's broadcast schedule. The prog...
Spaarne Gasthuis has yet to decide between Hoofddorp or Haarlem, 2028 target will not be met
Spaarne Gasthuis has yet to decide whether to concentrate acute and clinical care in Hoofddorp or Haarlem-Zuid. Due to the need for further research, the project has been delayed and will not be compl...
Hantavirus outbreak officially over according to WHO
The World Health Organization has officially declared the hantavirus outbreak over following the absence of new cases since late May. All quarantined individuals have completed their isolation period ...
Cabinet apologizes to women and their forcibly surrendered children after decades
State Secretary Claudia Van Bruggen has offered official apologies on behalf of the Dutch cabinet to women who were coerced into giving up their children for adoption. A new report revealed that many ...
Eminem loses trademark battle against Australian brand Swim Shady
American rapper Eminem has lost a legal trademark battle against the Australian beachwear brand Swim Shady. The musician had objected to the brand name, arguing that it was too similar to his long-sta...
Thirty million euro subsidy for Oost neighborhood heating network: "Decisive turning point"
The residents' initiative MeerEnergie has received a 30 million euro government subsidy to develop a neighborhood heating network in Amsterdam's Middenmeer district. Although the project aims to conne...
Tax authority opens support center in Southeast
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration is opening a new support center in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam next Wednesday. Located at the Stadsloket on Anton de Komplein, the facility will provide...
Study: more euthanasia reports due to changing society
Research from Radboudumc, UMC Utrecht, and Amsterdam UMC indicates that the rise in euthanasia requests is driven by shifting societal views on death. Additional factors contributing to this trend inc...
New borough executive board members
The Amsterdam city council has officially appointed new executive board members for the city's districts. The announcement outlines the individuals selected to serve in these administrative roles.