Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
No new wrongful convictions found due to incorrect names
State Secretary Claudia van Bruggen has reported that no further wrongful punishments resulting from incorrect names were discovered within the justice system. However, she informed the House of Repre...
AVROTROS reporter Tom van 't Einde moves to RTL: 'Happy with this opportunity'
Journalist Tom van 't Einde is set to leave his position at the AVROTROS program EenVandaag this September. He will transition to a new role at RTL, an opportunity he expressed excitement about on soc...
Tens of thousands in Haarlem drink too much according to new alcohol guidelines
According to the 2024 Gezondheidsmonitor, nearly 110,000 adults in Haarlem consume alcohol in amounts that exceed the Health Council's updated, stricter recommendations. Conversely, approximately 25,0...
Slot alone is not enough: Rafael van der Vaart considers who should succeed Ronald Koeman
Rafael van der Vaart has expressed his views on the future of the Dutch national football team following the potential departure of manager Ronald Koeman. The former player suggests that the KNVB shou...
One-hour delay on A4 due to broken-down truck
A broken-down truck on the A4 near the De Hoek junction has caused significant traffic congestion, resulting in delays of over an hour. Although one lane remains closed, authorities report that the tr...
Cabinet to ban temporary workers in meat sector
The Dutch government plans to implement a ban on the use of temporary agency workers in the meat processing industry starting in mid-2028. This measure aims to address and eliminate labor abuses and t...
IJmuiden resident suspected of illegal fish trade, 57,000 euros in cash seized
On July 1, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) arrested an individual from IJmuiden on suspicion of illegal fish trading. During the operation, authorities searched a fis...
Teylers Museum launches science podcast series for children
Teylers Museum has launched a new children's podcast series titled 'Zeker weten?'. The series aims to explain the workings of science in an accessible way for children aged seven and older.
Dutch House of Representatives agrees to reduce number of local broadcasters
The Dutch House of Representatives has approved a reform plan to consolidate over two hundred local broadcasters into a maximum of eighty regional stations. This legislative change aims to strengthen ...
Adoptee interest group welcomes cabinet apology
The organization Stichting Verleden in Zicht has expressed satisfaction regarding the Dutch government's formal apology to adoptees for past injustices. Despite welcoming the acknowledgment of their s...
AVROTROS to decide on Eurovision participation by late August or early September
Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS is expected to decide on its participation in the Eurovision Song Contest between late August and early September. This timeline remains unaffected by recent news regarding ...
Sterk: frustration over inability to prevent nursing home closures
Minister of Long-Term Care Mirjam Sterk expressed frustration over the lack of a solution for children with multiple disabilities currently receiving care at ExpertCare nursing villas. Members of the ...
BinnensteBuiten producers angry at NPO for failing to keep agreement
The production team of the KRO-NCRV program BinnensteBuiten has expressed anger and disappointment after the NPO reportedly failed to honor agreements regarding the show's broadcast schedule. The prog...
Spaarne Gasthuis has yet to decide between Hoofddorp or Haarlem, 2028 target will not be met
Spaarne Gasthuis has yet to decide whether to concentrate acute and clinical care in Hoofddorp or Haarlem-Zuid. Due to the need for further research, the project has been delayed and will not be compl...
Cabinet apologizes to women and their forcibly surrendered children after decades
State Secretary Claudia Van Bruggen has offered official apologies on behalf of the Dutch cabinet to women who were coerced into giving up their children for adoption. A new report revealed that many ...
Thirty million euro subsidy for Oost neighborhood heating network: "Decisive turning point"
The residents' initiative MeerEnergie has received a 30 million euro government subsidy to develop a neighborhood heating network in Amsterdam's Middenmeer district. Although the project aims to conne...
Tax authority opens support center in Southeast
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration is opening a new support center in the Zuidoost district of Amsterdam next Wednesday. Located at the Stadsloket on Anton de Komplein, the facility will provide...
Study: more euthanasia reports due to changing society
Research from Radboudumc, UMC Utrecht, and Amsterdam UMC indicates that the rise in euthanasia requests is driven by shifting societal views on death. Additional factors contributing to this trend inc...
FNV demands cabinet cuts be scrapped: 'Employers must foot the bill'
The FNV labor union has announced plans for increased strikes and actions starting in September to protest the cabinet's proposed cuts to social security. The union is demanding that the government re...
Finally a decision on the nitrogen file. Not everyone is happy, but that is unavoidable
After years of political deadlock and protests, a majority in the Dutch parliament appears to be forming in support of a new nitrogen policy. While the decision is not yet finalized, the cabinet seems...
More people died than expected during heatwave
During last week's extreme heatwave, over 3,500 people died in the Netherlands. Data from the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) indicates that this mortality figure is hi...
Gall & Gall employees get their way: higher wages and Sunday bonuses
Liquor store chain Gall & Gall has reached a new collective labor agreement with the CNV union, which includes salary increases and the preservation of Sunday surcharges for employees. This agreement ...
Aviation sector pleads with Brussels to delay new border control system
The European aviation sector is facing significant flight delays and disruptions due to the implementation of the new digital Entry/Exit System (EES). Industry representatives are urgently requesting ...
Public support for nuclear power plants weighs heavily, says state secretary
State Secretary Jo-Annes de Bat stated that local public support is a crucial factor for the Dutch government in selecting sites for two new nuclear power plants. Although Eemshaven is technically the...
Comedy series Nordin renewed for second season on Prime Video
Prime Video has announced that the comedy series 'Nordin,' starring Khalid Alterch, has been renewed for a second season. Filming for the new season is scheduled to begin this summer, with a release e...
Research platform: Facebook channels profit from polarization
Research platform Justice for Prosperity has found that thousands of Dutch Facebook pages are generating revenue by spreading content designed to incite anger and polarization. These pages masquerade ...
Car blocks elevator at Vijzelgracht garage: "Maybe it came up by itself"
A car blocked an elevator lift at the Vijzelgracht parking garage in Amsterdam from Tuesday evening to Wednesday afternoon. While residents suspected the driver of improper use, the owner claimed the ...
New caravans remain popular, used motorhomes suffer from higher costs
Sales of new caravans in the Netherlands increased during the first half of this year. Conversely, the market for used campers declined, largely due to rising costs for owners.
Great relief as De Adriaan finally turns again after ten months. 'I wanted that windmill back so badly'
After ten months of closure due to extensive wood rot repairs, the historic windmill De Adriaan in Haarlem has finally resumed operation. The renovation was prompted by routine maintenance that reveal...
Thrift sector has enough goods but lacks money and manpower
Thrift store organizations in the Netherlands are facing significant financial pressure due to rising labor, energy, and housing costs alongside decreasing subsidies. Despite having an abundance of do...