Netherlands News in English
Netherlands news in English — Dutch national headlines covering politics, housing, immigration, the economy, transport and daily life, translated and updated throughout the day for the international community.
Temperatures in some Haarlem streets vary by as much as 5 degrees. Greenery is the solution, but ‘you can’t just plant trees everywhere’
Haarlem, currently the most paved city in the Netherlands, faces temperature differences of up to 5 degrees between streets due to varying levels of greenery. The city is exploring ways to combat heat...
More than 100,000 people bought summer train passes
Approximately 105,000 people have purchased a discounted summer train subscription in the Netherlands. State Secretary Annet Bertram announced the figures during an interview on the NPO Radio 1 progra...
NOS sends thirteen people to the World Cup, including one woman to fetch coffee for Joep and Jeroen; Henk Spaan reacts
Journalist Henk Spaan criticized the NOS for sending a thirteen-person delegation to the World Cup that included only one woman in a perceived subservient role. In his weekly column, Spaan also evalua...
Renze Klamer breaks silence on RTL Tonight departure: 'Was very unhappy there'
Renze Klamer has spoken out about his early departure from the show RTL Tonight, revealing he was unhappy with the lack of creative influence. In an interview with AD, he explained that the rigid prog...
Bloemendaal coalition agreement prioritizes governance culture: 'Just Do It!' can be interpreted in two ways
The new coalition in Bloemendaal has unveiled its policy agenda, highlighting seven key priorities for the upcoming term. The agreement focuses on improving the local administrative culture, reducing ...
Groningen opposes nuclear power plants and looks to Parliament
The province of Groningen and the municipality of Het Hogeland are formally opposing the potential construction of nuclear power plants in Eemshaven. Local officials have called on the Dutch House of ...
Otter spotted in Heemskerk? Alderman Piet Otter hopes wildlife cameras will provide confirmation: ‘This would be the best farewell gift’
A construction worker reported sighting an otter in Heemskerk, potentially fulfilling a long-term goal of outgoing alderman Piet Burgering, who is nicknamed 'Piet Otter.' Wildlife cameras are being de...
Gerda van Vliet (53) competes in European Transplant Games with rejecting donor kidney to ‘celebrate life’
Gerda van Vliet, a 53-year-old from Velsen, is participating in the European Transplant Games in Arnhem despite facing the imminent rejection of the kidney her sister donated 17 years ago. Although a ...
Groningen stunned by government’s ‘surprise tactics’ over nuclear plant sites: ‘Highly disrespectful’
The Dutch cabinet is facing criticism from local officials in Groningen for its sudden decision to include Eemshaven as a potential site for new nuclear power plants. Alderman Eltjo Dijkhuis of Het Ho...
Groningen angry at cabinet over indecent ambush tactics
The Dutch cabinet is facing sharp criticism from local authorities in Groningen for its sudden move to allow the construction of nuclear power plants in Eemshaven. Alderman Eltjo Dijkhuis of Het Hogel...
Seven years on and still locked
The Netherlands has faced a seven-year legal stalemate regarding nitrogen emissions, which has caused significant uncertainty for the farming and industrial sectors. This crisis has also restricted ne...
14,000 new homes in four years, a new bridge over the Ringvaart, and neighborhood wardens: these are the plans for Haarlemmermeer
The new governing coalition of Haarlemmermeer has presented an agreement to build 14,000 new homes and improve infrastructure over the next four years. Key priorities include enhancing neighborhood sa...
Fewer ferries again this weekend due to skipper shortage
Amsterdam's public transport operator GVB will reduce ferry services this weekend due to a persistent shortage of skippers. Several routes, including those from Central Station to IJplein and Buikslot...
Body found in parked car in Haarlem, police investigating
Police are investigating after a deceased person was found in a parked car on the Rijksstraatweg in Haarlem-Noord. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the discovery and the circ...
Jetten hopes EU pressure on Sierra Leone leads to Bolle Jos extradition
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten welcomed a new EU agreement to collectively pressure countries that facilitate drug trafficking or refuse to extradite criminals. The initiative specifically targets th...
Greening of Haarlem homes declines: fewer new insulation, heat pumps and solar panels
The adoption of sustainable home improvements in Haarlem has significantly declined, with solar panel installations reaching their lowest levels since 2017. Additionally, the number of subsidized heat...
Next week COVID hearings with two former education ministers
Former Dutch education ministers Ingrid van Engelshoven and Arie Slob will be questioned by a parliamentary inquiry committee next week. The hearings will focus on how government coronavirus measures ...
Sleutelbloem Day concludes ‘On a Journey’ theme: ‘This day is so fun we don’t even miss our phones’
Students at the Sleutelbloem school celebrated Sleutelbloemdag to conclude their year-long theme, "On a Journey." The event featured various activities that left participants enthusiastic and grateful...
New offshore vessel Windcat Haarlem offers crew cinema, gym and racing sims
Shipping company Windcat has launched the Windcat Haarlem, the third vessel in its series of six Commissioning Service Operations Vessels. The offshore ship is equipped with premium crew amenities, in...
Why Rob Jetten needs to lose some color
The Dutch cabinet is focused on resolving the country's nitrogen crisis, a task assigned to Jaimi van Essen, the youngest minister in the government. The 34-year-old D66 politician is challenged with ...
Shakira scores first Dutch number 1 hit in years with World Cup song
Shakira has reached the number one spot on the Dutch Single Top 100 with "Dai Dai," a collaboration with Burna Boy. The track serves as the official anthem for the current FIFA World Cup.
Girl from Meerstad suspected of double murder of her parents
A 15-year-old girl from Meerstad has been arrested and charged with the double murder of her parents. Following a court appearance, a judge ordered her to remain in custody for at least 14 days while ...
Roadside and container on fire on Sint Aagtendijk in Beverwijk
On Friday afternoon, the fire department responded to two separate fires on the Sint Aagtendijk in Beverwijk within a ten-minute span. The incidents involved a fire in a roadside verge and another in ...
Groningen increasingly considered for nuclear power plants against its will
The Dutch cabinet is considering Terneuzen and Eemshaven as potential locations for new nuclear power plants, despite strong opposition from the Groningen region. A final decision on the project is ex...
Nuclear power plants are coming, but what is a political promise worth?
The Dutch government has identified Zeeland and Groningen as the final two potential locations for new nuclear power plants. The inclusion of Groningen is controversial due to previous political promi...
KLM mechanics undergo training at Ministry of Defence
Seven KLM mechanics are participating in a pilot training program with the Dutch Ministry of Defense this September. The initiative aims to explore mutual support for helicopter maintenance, providing...
Traffic jams in Lisse and Hillegom due to A44 closure. ‘Next time I’ll just take the bike’
The planned closure of the A44 motorway and roadworks on the N208 led to significant traffic congestion in the Bollenstreek region on Friday afternoon. Drivers experienced heavy delays between Sassenh...
Birthday and Father's Day: A good day for Richard Kemper to talk about death
Dutch columnist Richard Kemper reflects on the irony of celebrating a birthday, noting that each year signifies being closer to death. Writing on a day that coincides with Father's Day, he shares his ...
Jetten: EU hopes for more stable Iran without being naive
Following an EU summit, Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten stated that European leaders hope for a more stable Iran while remaining realistic about the regime's continued grip on power. Jetten emphasized...
Transparency Center helps Amsterdammers access information
Amsterdam has launched a new transparency center to help residents more easily access information about city decisions, plans, and regulations. The initiative aims to provide better public access to o...