Tuesday 6 October

The online travel giant Booking.com is taking its own works council to court over a dispute regarding a new mandate requiring staff at its Amsterdam headquarters to work from the office 3 days a week. The company argues that the policy is vital for collaboration, while employee representatives insist that such significant structural changes require their formal approval. Read more →

The Amsterdam-Zaanstad Court of Audit has issued a scathing critique of the city's latest budget, citing a lack of transparency regarding 344 million euros in planned savings. With municipal debt rising, auditors are urging the city council to demand much clearer data on proposed personnel cuts before a final vote is held in November. Read more →

A tram derailed in Amsterdam on Beethovenstraat following a collision with a delivery van. While the accident resulted in no serious injuries, it caused significant disruptions to the GVB network, forcing route changes and delays for commuters across the city. Read more →

Police in Amsterdam have dismantled a drug production site in the Gaasperdam neighborhood following tips from local residents. The raid resulted in 6 arrests and the seizure of 1.5 kilograms of hard drugs with an estimated street value of 50,000 euros. Read more →

The Straatalliantie homeless office in Amsterdam has been forced to freeze new admissions until at least November 2 due to extreme staffing shortages. City officials note that the surge in demand for support is a direct byproduct of the ongoing national housing crisis, which continues to strain social services. Read more →