Sickness absence in the Netherlands decreased to 5 percent in March, down from 5.4 percent in February. However, the overall quarterly absence rate remains steady because employees who fall ill are taking longer to recover.
Comedian Rogier Kahlmann has moved his upcoming performance to Dorpshuis de Zwaan in Uitgeest after being barred from Theater Koningsduyn in Castricum for his "polarizing statements." The show is scheduled for May 15 following the venue's decision to deny him a stage based on his rhetoric.
Farmer Tom answers reader questions regarding garden pests and plant fungal infections in his weekly advice column. He specifically cautions gardeners against adding infected leaves to compost heaps to prevent the spread of diseases.
The Zandvoort municipal council has granted Bernie's Beachclub another extension despite a previously set ultimatum passing four months ago. This marks the ninth consecutive year that no construction has occurred at the site on Boulevard Barnaart. Officials cited the complexity of the situation as the reason for the continued delay.
Heineken reported an increase in beer sales during the first quarter, marking its first volume growth since late 2024. This positive performance was primarily driven by the success of the brewer's premium brands.
The Dutch Council for the Judiciary expressed concerns in its 2025 annual report regarding the declining quality and diligence of the legislative process. The council warned that these pressures could undermine the feasibility and overall effectiveness of new laws.