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.
Paper newspapers will no longer be delivered to Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog from July
Publishers Mediahuis and DPG will stop delivering paper newspapers to the Dutch islands of Vlieland and Schiermonnikoog starting in July. The decision, caused by changes at postal service PostNL, affe...
King's Day in the districts: that's where the party's at!
King's Day celebrations will take place throughout all districts of Amsterdam, featuring traditional flea markets, orange-themed parties, and live music. The city has provided a guide and tips for res...
Geesterweg roundabout in Uitgeest takes shape
A new roundabout is being constructed at the intersection of Geesterweg and Prinses Beatrixlaan in Uitgeest. The project is scheduled to take place from April through November of this year.
Road workers make Broekeroog and Rijksweg intersection in Velserbroek safer
Road workers are currently upgrading the intersection of Broekeroog and Rijksweg in Velserbroek to improve traffic safety. The construction project has resulted in the main access route into the villa...
Nearly 910 Haarlem motorists sent to dangerous driving courses in recent years
A total of 909 drivers from Haarlem were sent to the CBR for mandatory driving courses or investigations due to dangerous behavior in recent years. This follows a nationwide trend of increasing number...
45-year-old from Velsen-Noord threatened parents and set car on fire, prosecutors say: 'Cough up the money or else blood'
A 45-year-old man from Velsen-Noord is accused of setting a car on fire in Beverwijk and threatening his parents on January 22. The case appeared before a court in Alkmaar on Monday, though it has not...
Truck hits bridge in Abbenes: Road strewn with glue powder, A44 closed
A truck accident occurred on Tuesday afternoon near Abbenes when a vehicle struck a bridge, spilling glue powder and tiles onto the road. As a result, authorities have closed the A44 highway heading t...
Poultry housing order lifted, except in Gelderse Vallei
State Secretary Silvio Erkens has lifted the poultry confinement obligation for hobbyists and commercial farms across most of the Netherlands. The mandate remains in effect only for the Gelderse Valle...
Haarlem gym teacher (49) who made girls perform online sexual acts to be released Wednesday
A 49-year-old gym teacher from Haarlem accused of online indecency with dozens of girls will be released from custody this Wednesday. The court ruled that the suspect is permitted to await his trial i...
Prices of used petrol and diesel cars fall gradually as demand for used electric vehicles skyrockets since start of war
The Dutch government has implemented an oil plan due to rising Middle East tensions and sustained high fuel prices. Consequently, the demand for used electric vehicles is surging while the prices for ...
Investigation into dumped barrels along Kanaalweg in Beverwijk
Firefighters were called to investigate several dumped barrels discovered along the Kanaalweg in Beverwijk on Tuesday afternoon. The emergency response began around 3:00 PM following the report of the...
17-year-old arrested for kicking pedestrian into water on Oosterdokskade
A 17-year-old boy from Lelystad was arrested for assaulting a pedestrian and kicking them into the water at the Oosterdokskade in Amsterdam on March 2. The victim managed to climb out of the water saf...
Supermarket opening hours in Haarlem during King's Day 2026
This article provides the opening hours for supermarkets in Haarlem during King's Day 2026. It serves as a guide for residents and visitors needing to purchase supplies or snacks during the national h...
Paternotte: Jetten stayed on top of asylum laws as prime minister
D66 parliamentary leader Jan Paternotte defended Rob Jetten’s performance regarding asylum legislation, stating that Jetten worked diligently in his role as Prime Minister. These comments were made ...
Who are the best street footballers in Amsterdam?
The Johan Cruyff Street League is returning to Amsterdam, where children from all parts of the city will compete for the title of best street football team. The tournament seeks to crown the top stree...
Court imposes lighter sentence than demanded for abuse of children being babysat
The Court of Appeal in Den Bosch has sentenced Peter S. and Nancy D. to prison terms of eight and fourteen years, respectively, for the sexual abuse of seven children they babysat in the Eindhoven are...
Apple wins lawsuit against Dutch seller: counterfeit AirPods must be removed
Apple has won a summary proceeding against the Dutch wholesaler TTP Concept in Style for selling counterfeit AirPods Pro. The court ruled that the company infringed on Apple's trademark rights and ord...
Carrie ten Napel replaces Özcan Akyol after conflict on Sterren op het Doek
Carrie ten Napel has been named the new host of the television show Sterren op het Doek, replacing Özcan Akyol after his conflict with Omroep MAX director Jan Slagter. The new episodes featuring Ten ...
Wilders takes no responsibility for rejected asylum law
Geert Wilders has refused to take responsibility for the rejection of the asylum emergency measures law in the Dutch Senate. The bill's failure followed a shift in the PVV's position on a legislative ...
Significant damage in accident involving ambulance and two cars in Haarlem
On Tuesday afternoon, an ambulance and two cars were involved in a collision on the Amerikaweg in Haarlem. The accident resulted in significant vehicle damage, although no details on potential injurie...
Senate rejects former PVV minister Faber’s stricter asylum law and votes for another
The Dutch Senate has rejected a proposed law by former Minister Marjolein Faber that would have criminalized illegal residency in the Netherlands. However, the chamber successfully passed a two-status...
Rijnland Water Board to invest more in clean water: ‘Europe mandates it, fortunately, because we need clean water’
The Rijnland Water Board is increasing its investment to improve surface water quality, driven by European regulations. Despite these additional funds, the board acknowledges that the water will still...
State Secretary for Education and Emancipation Judith Tielen visits Dalí College Heemskerk
State Secretary Judith Tielen visited Dalí College in Heemskerk to observe the impact of practical education on students' interest in technical careers. The visit highlights a government effort...
Ron Peters has been Telstar's club doctor for over 30 years: 'Players must feel safe with you'
Ron Peters reflects on his thirty-year career as the club doctor for Telstar, highlighting the club's rapid professionalization following their promotion. He notes that despite these changes, the team...
Cars play a decisive role in half of fatal motorcycle accidents
Fatal motorcycle accidents in the Netherlands consistently peak during the spring months, with approximately fifty deaths occurring each year. Most of these incidents are caused by car drivers failing...
Brekelmans: D66 sought reasons to vote against asylum laws
VVD parliamentary leader Ruben Brekelmans expressed astonishment at D66's decision to vote against strict asylum laws in the Senate. He accused the party of intentionally seeking out reasons to oppose...
Former PVV member Markuszower accuses PVV of political theater
Former PVV parliamentarian Gidi Markuszower has criticized his former party, calling their actions "political theater" after the party's voting behavior in the Senate led to the failure of Minister Ma...
Dutch Safety Board: Mental health care can already be improved
The Dutch Safety Board (OVV) reports that individuals with severe mental illnesses often do not receive the care they need, despite the existing system having the capacity for improvement. The investi...
Rents to increase as of July 1
Starting July 1, 2026, many tenants will face an increase in their monthly rental prices. This change is expected to affect a significant portion of the rental market.
Ziggo Dome reprimands Louis Tomlinson after singer smokes joint on stage
Singer Louis Tomlinson was reprimanded by the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam after smoking a joint on stage during his concert on Monday night. The venue confirmed that the act violated their official regula...