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Halsema announces new investigation into Hart voor de K-buurt, but foundation is unaware

Halsema announces new investigation into Hart voor de K-buurt, but foundation is unaware

Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has announced a new external investigation into the neighborhood platform Hart voor de K-buurt following reports of concerning signals from city officials. The organization, which was unaware of the ongoing probe, had previously been cleared of financial misconduct in an earlier inquiry. This new investigation focuses on the collaboration between the municipality and the community initiative amid reports of mutual distrust.

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