Former Minister Wouter Koolmees told a parliamentary inquiry committee that tensions rose within the Dutch cabinet during the second COVID-19 wave in late 2020. Despite internal disagreements and harsh words, Koolmees stated that the cabinet always reached a consensus on its pandemic policies.
ASML and labor unions have reached an agreement to prevent forced layoffs due to reorganization until May 1, 2027. The deal follows the Veldhoven-based tech company's previous announcement that it planned to cut 1,700 jobs.
Twenty-two-year-old Philip Kniese has secretly distributed thousands of credit-card-sized cards across the Netherlands over the past two years to support people feeling isolated. The cards feature the message 'feeling lost?' and a QR code, intended to foster connection and remind individuals that they are not alone in their struggles.
The Haarlem city council has reiterated that the operator of Pavilion Het Witte Huis must vacate the building by August 31st. Officials stated the entrepreneur should have been aware of the deadline and that the city is not responsible for any resulting consequences.
The Amsterdam City Council is debating a new coalition agreement formed between the PRO Amsterdam and D66 parties. Negotiator Zita Pels characterized the deal as a 'nice left-wing' agreement and praised the cooperative nature of the negotiations.
A Dutch publication is seeking unique book clubs to feature in a summer series for its 'AlleTijd' supplement. Interested groups are invited to share their stories for a chance to be visited and profiled in the upcoming series.