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Halsema pulls plug on municipal election polls: ‘Not part of research bureau’s core tasks’

Halsema pulls plug on municipal election polls: ‘Not part of research bureau’s core tasks’

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Concrete blocks placed around Molukkenstraat to stop youths on scooters during New Year's Eve

Concrete blocks placed around Molukkenstraat to stop youths on scooters during New Year's Eve

Amsterdam authorities are installing concrete barriers and enhanced lighting around the Molukkenstraat intersection to prevent scooter-related disturbances during New Year's Eve. Additionally, officials have implemented measures to remove potential projectiles and requested that local businesses limit the sale of flammable materials.

Court overturns squatters' riot conviction fifteen years later: protest was a ‘peaceful assembly’

Court overturns squatters' riot conviction fifteen years later: protest was a ‘peaceful assembly’

The Hague court has overturned the convictions of five protesters arrested fifteen years ago during a demonstration against the eviction of a building in Amsterdam. The ruling follows a European Court of Human Rights decision which classified the protest as a peaceful assembly protected by international law.

Over sixty boats on Erasmusgracht likely inhabited, immediate eviction not possible

Over sixty boats on Erasmusgracht likely inhabited, immediate eviction not possible

Authorities in Amsterdam have discovered that dozens of boats on the Erasmusgracht are being used for illegal habitation, causing significant nuisance for local residents. Although officials acknowledge the issue, they warn that immediate mass evictions are legally difficult and prefer a holistic approach that includes social support to address the underlying housing problems.

46 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week

46 reports of demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week

The municipality of Haarlem processed 46 permit applications last week for various projects, ranging from home renovations and new housing developments to local events and tree removals. These filings provide an overview of construction and maintenance activities taking place across the city.

Netherlands officially nominates Klaas Knot as candidate for ECB president

Netherlands officially nominates Klaas Knot as candidate for ECB president

The Dutch government has officially nominated Klaas Knot as a candidate for the presidency of the European Central Bank to replace outgoing president Christine Lagarde. European finance ministers will review the candidates in November, with a final decision expected from the European Council in mid-December.