paroolSep 19, 2026, 15:00

Use of penalty payments under debate: If people only file requests to harass the government, you have to put on the brakes

Activist Frank van der Linde has sparked national debate after obtaining large penalty payments from the government through legal requests. Critics argue the system is being exploited for harassment, while others fear that reform could unfairly limit the public's ability to hold the government accountable.

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Based on reporting by parool. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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