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.
Patrick Kluivert and Jordi Cruijff open Cruyff Court in neighborhood where he grew up
Former football star Patrick Kluivert, joined by Ajax technical director Jordi Cruijff, officially opened a new Cruyff Court in the Amsterdam-Noord neighborhood where he grew up. Kluivert expressed pr...
Billions in profits for Dutch banks, yet checking account fees are rising: why is that?
Major Dutch banks ING, Rabobank, and ABN Amro reported record annual profits last year, drawing public criticism as service fees for checking accounts continue to rise while savings interest remains l...
Halsema lashes out at British police over claim about shared information on Maccabi fans
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema has criticized the West Midlands Police for falsely claiming that their decision to bar Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match was based on intelligence provided...
Council members react to polls: "The campaign has begun!"
A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA and GroenLinks competing for the lead, while the VVD faces a decline and local parties struggle to secure seats. City council members rea...
After Henny’s (58) unexpected death, Willem opens her dream shop: ‘In that world she felt safe’
Following the unexpected death of 58-year-old Henny Christophersen, her husband Willem is opening a dollhouse shop in Lochem to honor her memory. Henny, who owned 40 dollhouses, found solace in the mi...
Security cameras to tackle persistent youth nuisance in Hoofddorp shopping area
The Haarlemmermeer municipality will install surveillance cameras at the Vier Meren shopping center in Hoofddorp next month to combat persistent youth nuisance, including theft, brawls, and a recent s...
Train stations under the microscope: how passengers rate the stations in Haarlem
Nearly 84,000 travelers participated in a survey over the past year to rate 393 Dutch train stations on their quality and facilities. The resulting ranking highlights passenger satisfaction levels acr...
KNVB fines Telstar for fireworks: club accepts punishment
The KNVB has fined Telstar 7,500 euros for a fireworks incident that occurred during a home match against Excelsior on November 1. The football club from Velsen-Zuid has accepted the penalty.
Nabil Aoulad Ayad was addicted and didn't finish school – but then discovered beatboxing
Dutch comedian Nabil Aoulad Ayad is premiering his new show, "Started from the bottom," which chronicles his journey from a troubled youth to a successful entertainer. Despite early struggles with dru...
Children on their mother (90) with dementia: ‘She smelled of urine, but forcing help was not allowed’
Brothers Vincent and Frank Volmer are expressing powerlessness regarding their 90-year-old mother, who suffers from dementia and incontinence but refuses professional help. Despite her deteriorating h...
Coffee with Erik Bobeldijk (1 World 1 Future): "Not living at the expense of our children and grandchildren"
Erik Bobeldijk, a former SP councilor, has launched the new political party "1 Wereld 1 Toekomst" to contest the upcoming municipal elections in Amsterdam. The party focuses on addressing global issue...
Cyclists and pedestrians happy: new bridge over Leidsevaart in Bloemendaal opens
Alderman Thessa van der Windt officially opened a new bicycle and pedestrian bridge over the Leidsevaart in Vogelenzang on Wednesday, replacing the unsafe Stationsbrug that was removed 18 months ago. ...
Vodafone sells stake in VodafoneZiggo, Ziggo to list in Amsterdam in 2027
British telecom company Vodafone has agreed to sell its 50% stake in the Dutch joint venture VodafoneZiggo to its partner Liberty Global for €1 billion in cash. VodafoneZiggo will be integrated into...
Heated Stek Oost debate ends in motion of censure supported only by part of the opposition
Amsterdam city councilors Zita Pels and Rutger Groot Wassink faced an interpellation debate on Wednesday regarding safety concerns at Stek Oost, a housing complex for refugees and young starters. Oppo...
From Sinterklaas arrival to neighborhood parties: 2.5 million euros for events in 2026
The city has allocated over 2.5 million euros in subsidies for events across Amsterdam and Weesp scheduled for 2026. These funds will support a wide range of activities, from large-scale traditions li...
PvdA, GroenLinks and D66 neck-and-neck in poll a month before municipal elections
A recent poll for the Amsterdam municipal elections shows PvdA, GroenLinks, and D66 in a neck-and-neck race, with PvdA currently leading at 17.8% of the projected vote. While the VVD and BIJ1 are expe...
Police arrest driver under the influence after hit-and-runs in Zwaanshoek
A 36-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested in Zwaanshoek after causing multiple collisions while driving under the influence. Police responded to reports of the suspect hitting several vehicles at hi...
War hero Tuinman was no ordinary state secretary: ‘They found that terrifying here’
Gijs Tuinman is stepping down as the Dutch State Secretary of Defense this Monday, marking the end of a tenure characterized by his transition from a decorated war hero to a political leader. Civil se...
Haarlem man arrested after reckless drive under the influence
A 36-year-old man from Haarlem was arrested after driving at high speeds and colliding with several parked vehicles in a Zwaanshoek residential neighborhood around 1:00 AM. Despite the damage, the dri...
74 municipal reports on demolition and tree felling in Haarlem last week
The municipality of Haarlem processed a total of 74 permit applications last week concerning demolition projects and tree felling. These reports provide details on various upcoming changes and develop...
Who will you vote for in the municipal elections? Fill in your local voting aid here
Citizens in the Netherlands can now use the StemWijzer voting aid to prepare for the upcoming municipal elections on March 18. The tool helps voters determine which political party best aligns with th...
Aegon insurance brand to disappear from the Netherlands in coming months after takeover
The insurance brand Aegon will completely disappear from the Dutch market over the coming months following its acquisition by insurer ASR. All remaining mortgage and pension products will be rebranded...
What Amsterdammers think of Amsterdam's nightlife
An investigation was conducted to understand how residents of Amsterdam experience and value the city's night culture. The study provides insights into the opinions and appreciation of locals regardin...
Box 3 tax continues to spark anger, now landlords bear the brunt: ‘It remains a monstrosity’
Real estate investors in the Netherlands are taking legal action against the government over the Box 3 asset tax system, following previous successful challenges by savers in the Supreme Court. The in...
Vote at the Stopera: heated debate over safety at Stek Oost
The Amsterdam City Council is holding a final debate before the upcoming election recess to address safety concerns at the Stek Oost housing complex following several violent and sexual incidents. Cou...
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Aldermen to explain Stek Oost today after new information surfaces
Amsterdam Aldermen Pels and Groot Wassink are facing a formal interpellation debate today regarding safety failures and alleged misinformation surrounding the Stek Oost mixed housing complex. The inqu...
Amsterdam seeks vote heroes (and you get paid for it)
The City of Amsterdam is recruiting paid volunteers to help manage polling stations for the upcoming municipal and district elections on March 18, 2026. These workers are essential for overseeing the ...
Simone (25) is looking for a quieter spot in the city: ‘On weekends it’s like Disneyland here’
Simone van Ommen, a 25-year-old freelance creative, is seeking a quieter home in Amsterdam after six years of living in the increasingly touristy Haarlemmerbuurt. She is looking for a studio or a prof...
Sophia (4) has Rett syndrome and talks with her eyes: ‘She is trapped in her own body’
Four-year-old Sophia Verwijs from Tholen, Netherlands, lives with Rett syndrome, a condition that requires her to communicate using her eyes and leaves her physically dependent on others. Her parents,...