haarlemsdagbladMay 21, 2026, 03:00

Plan for better monitoring of (controversial) pesticides in the works. 'Currently insufficient insight into effects,' says Velsen local government

The Environmental Service IJmond is collaborating with partners to develop a plan to enhance the monitoring and understanding of controversial agricultural pesticides. This initiative, expected to be completed by 2027, follows concerns from the Velsen municipal government regarding the current lack of insight into the chemicals' effects.

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Information market on Schipholweg projects

An information market will be held on May 28, 2026, to discuss various urban development projects around Schipholweg in Haarlem. Key topics include the new Haarlem Spaarnepoort public transport hub, housing construction, and the Europaweg city street.

King views asylum protests with ‘great concern’

King Willem-Alexander expressed deep concern over recent violent asylum protests in Loosdrecht, emphasizing that the right to protest should not involve violence, especially against emergency responders. He stated that while protesting is a democratic right, it must be done through dialogue rather than force.

Amsterdam homeowners to lose right to social housing starting in 2027

Starting in 2027, the city of Amsterdam will implement new regulations that deny homeowners access to social rental housing to prioritize those in greater financial need. Amsterdam is the first municipality in the Netherlands to legally formalize this restriction, which includes exceptions for specific situations like divorce or inheritance. The measure is part of a broader effort to address the housing shortage and ensure the availability of affordable homes by 2040.

Amsterdam homeowners will soon be banned from social housing

The municipality of Amsterdam plans to prohibit homeowners from renting social housing starting next year. This measure is intended to ensure that social rental properties are reserved for households in the greatest need.

Class action lawsuit against company selling data of millions of Dutch people

Privacy foundation The Privacy Collective has filed a mass claim against the American tech company AppLovin for allegedly collecting and selling the data of millions of Dutch citizens. The foundation claims the company uses specialized technology to distribute this personal information to hundreds of third parties.