Netherlands News in English
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Condition of Roosendaal mayor slightly improved, long recovery ahead
The medical condition of Mark Buijs, the mayor of Roosendaal, has shown slight improvement according to the municipality. However, he is expected to face a long recovery period as many details regardi...
Major reed fire with heavy smoke on Liewegje in Haarlem
A large reed fire broke out on a walking path near Liewegje in Haarlem on Thursday evening, resulting in significant smoke development. Witnesses at the scene reported that the fire may have been the ...
Public Prosecution Service gives away stolen goods: "Shops often don't put them back"
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service donated seized stolen goods, including toiletries and cutlery, to Stichting Moederskracht in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Retailers often refuse to take back recovered it...
GGD: No evidence of increased lung cancer risk in North due to industry
A GGD study found no evidence that industrial emissions are responsible for the significantly higher lung cancer rates in the Amsterdam-Noord district. While cancer rates in the area are well above th...
Major damage after bus and car collide at Hoofddorp intersection
A collision between a bus and a car occurred on Thursday evening at the intersection of Leenderbos and Kruisweg in Hoofddorp. The accident resulted in significant damage to both vehicles.
Unilever sheds food brands: from Lipton to Becel, not every brand proved a success under new ownership
Unilever has sold its food division, including major brands like Knorr and Hellmann’s, to the American company McCormick, marking the end of the multinational's involvement in the food sector. The t...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (May 1-3)
Haarlem offers a variety of activities for the weekend of May 1st through 3rd to help locals recover from King's Day festivities. The article provides a curated list of event recommendations to keep r...
New chapter for anniversary butchery Chateaubriand in Heemstede: Eijmert Teekens (28) is the fourth generation to lead the family business
Twenty-eight-year-old Eijmert Teekens has taken over as the fourth-generation leader of the family-owned butcher shop Chateaubriand in Heemstede. He aims to modernize the business by integrating hospi...
Candlelight tribute for Vissenloop & Run as extra moment of remembrance: ‘It was suggested he should not be forgotten’
Marlon van Leeuwen has launched a candle fundraising campaign for KWF Kankerbestrijding ahead of the Vissenloop & Run event in late May. The candles are sold as a tribute to those affected by cancer, ...
Setback for Utrecht power grid: essential gas generators may arrive too late
The deployment of emergency gas generators intended to relieve Utrecht's overcrowded power grid is facing delays, meaning they may not be ready for the upcoming winter. This setback increases the risk...
Wildfire near Weert no longer spreading
A wildfire near Weert covering approximately 70 hectares is no longer expanding, according to the local safety region. The fire department has successfully established containment lines to prevent the...
Inflation barely rises: a relief, but it's the calm before the storm
Inflation in April remained nearly unchanged compared to March, defying fears that high energy prices would drive rates significantly higher. Experts caution that this stability may be short-lived, as...
Multiple small fires on Oirschotse Hei in recent days
Several small fires broke out on the Oirschotse Hei west of Eindhoven over the past few days and were quickly extinguished. The Royal Military Constabulary reported that no military exercises were tak...
Beverwijk delayed asylum seeker shelter too long, Asylum Minister intervenes: 'Situation urgent and critical'
The Dutch Ministry of Asylum and Migration is intervening in the municipality of Beverwijk due to its failure to establish a reception center for asylum seekers. The government will initially request ...
Summer weather is not yet swimming weather, warns Rescue Brigade: Risk of cold shock is too high
The Dutch Rescue Brigade is warning people not to swim in the sea or recreational lakes despite the warm weather forecast for Friday. Water temperatures are currently well below the safe limit of 15 d...
Frank was married by Klaver and Jetten, now he wants to be the first chair of Progressive Netherlands
Frank van de Wolde, the initiator of a proposed merger between Dutch left-wing parties, has announced his intention to become the first chairman of Progressief Nederland (PRO). The 33-year-old consult...
Four years in prison for sexual abuse of three minor stepdaughters, Haarlemmermeer man ordered to pay 40,000 euros in damages
A 53-year-old man from Haarlemmermeer was sentenced to four years in prison by a court in Haarlem for the sexual abuse of his three minor stepdaughters. The court also ordered the perpetrator to pay a...
Fire spreads through treetops at Weert wildfire
A wildfire near Weert is expanding as flames jump between treetops in multiple locations. The regional safety office reports that the fire continues to spread across the area.
Dutch foundation sues Netflix over price increases
The Dutch foundation Bescherming Consumentenbelang is suing Netflix over price increases implemented in recent years, which the group claims are unlawful. The lawsuit aims to challenge the legality of...
Already more wildfires with NL-Alerts than in all of 2025
In April 2026, the Netherlands recorded five NL-Alerts for wildfires, already surpassing the total issued during the entire year of 2025. An analysis of emergency notifications shows that wildfire-rel...
Oirschotse Heide fire under control on one side
A wildfire at the Oirschotse Heide near Eindhoven is partially under control, specifically near the village of Wintelre where smoke is decreasing. Firefighters do not expect the fire to expand further...
Paying domestic help during illness is mandatory, but almost no one does it
Domestic workers in private households often do not receive sick pay despite it being a legal requirement. The CNV trade union notes that most employers are simply unaware of the rules regarding their...
Multiple major fires in nature reserves
Multiple wildfires have broken out across several nature areas and military training grounds in the Netherlands, including sites in 't Harde, Weert, and the Oirschotse Heide. Firefighters are working ...
Agricultural organizations urge EU to intervene in fertilizer crisis
Dutch and Polish agricultural organizations have called on the European Commission to intervene in the current fertilizer crisis. Prices have risen sharply across Europe following a blockade of the St...
General: No need to stop military exercises after fires
General Onno Eichelsheim stated that Dutch military exercises will not be paused despite three recent fires on training grounds during dry conditions. He emphasized that continuing drills is essential...
Budel asylum seekers center fully evacuated due to wildfire
The asylum seeker center in Budel is being fully evacuated on Thursday due to a large wildfire threatening the area. Approximately 1,500 residents and dozens of staff members are being displaced, and ...
Juicy news for bubble tea lovers: CoCo Bubble Tea opens a new location in Amsterdamse Poort
Faiza Bellai is opening a new branch of the Taiwanese chain CoCo Bubble Tea in the Amsterdamse Poort shopping center. This expansion reflects the ongoing popularity of the beverage in Amsterdam and ad...
Heemskerk coalition agreement in the works, Heerschop also acting as formateur
The political parties Heemskerk Lokaal, Hart voor Heemskerk, and the CDA have officially begun drafting a coalition agreement for the municipality of Heemskerk. Karen Heerschop, who previously served ...
Several more hours to extinguish wildfire in Kessel, Limburg
Firefighters are expected to spend several more hours extinguishing a large wildfire in Kessel, Limburg. Local authorities reported that the blaze is no longer spreading as crews continue their work t...
CNV draws red line on social security: scrap billion-euro plan before talks
CNV chairman Hans van den Heuvel has announced that the trade union will refuse to negotiate with the Dutch cabinet until planned multi-billion euro cuts to social security are scrapped. He argues tha...