Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
'It’s all about the people': this thrift store and coffee bar wants to reach more Haarlem residents
Thrift store Woord & Daad and the Open Koffiehuis coffee bar in Haarlem are seeking to increase their visibility among local residents. These organizations serve as community hubs where people from di...
Pinoké and Amsterdam ready for championship playoffs: Can now go hunting
Field hockey clubs Pinoké and Amsterdam are preparing for the start of the Hoofdklasse play-offs for the Dutch national title. Pinoké qualified in third place after a strong season, while defending ...
Car ends up in ditch along A5 near Lijnden
A car crashed into a ditch along the A5 motorway near Lijnden on Wednesday evening. The driver was rescued by the fire department using a ladder after she managed to climb onto the vehicle's hood foll...
Van goes up in flames in Zwanenburg
A parked delivery van caught fire and was destroyed on Wednesday evening on the Kruiswaal in Zwanenburg. The cause of the blaze has not yet been specified.
Seven thousand Velsen residents invited to major biennial poll
The municipality of Velsen is inviting 7,000 residents to participate in its large biennial survey to gather feedback on local matters. The poll addresses various topics, including car accessibility a...
Haarlem Mayor Jos Wienen to chair national task force on steel slag
Mayor Jos Wienen of Haarlem has been appointed as the national chairman of the Taskforce for Existing Applications of Steel Slag. In this new role, announced by State Secretary Annet Bertram, Wienen w...
Council wants to scrap ‘very dangerous U-turn’ from Kleine Houtweg plans
A narrow majority of the Haarlem City Council supports plans to green and narrow the Kleine Houtweg but has rejected a proposed 180-degree U-turn on the Kamperlaan. Council members labeled the U-turn ...
Most proxy votes in Nieuw-West; stricter rules would be bad for turnout
Proxy voting in Amsterdam is most common in districts with low turnout, such as Nieuw-West, Noord, and Zuidoost, where it is often used by migrant communities. While the system faces scrutiny due to i...
Reader question: Can Ziggo raise prices now that they are adding football?
Dutch telecommunications provider Ziggo is increasing its monthly subscription rates by 2.50 euros starting July 1st due to the addition of ESPN sports channels. A reader has contacted an ombudsman to...
How can I decorate my roof terrace with plants? Farmer Tom: ‘Take a close look at the conditions’
Yvonne Weel from Heerhugowaard is seeking advice from Farmer Tom on how to landscape her new 38-square-meter roof terrace with plants. Tom emphasizes the importance of evaluating the specific environm...
Concerns about safety and concrete agreements regarding Tolweg asylum center: 'What if ten years is not enough?'
The municipalities of Heemskerk and Uitgeest have drafted an agreement with the COA for an asylum seekers' center on Tolweg. While local politicians generally support the plan, they have expressed con...
'We are in a remarkably good position,' says finance alderman, but Velsen budget back in the red next year
The municipality of Velsen has reported its first positive financial balance in years, suggesting that additional budget cuts may not be necessary. However, local officials remain cautious as the budg...
Bloemendaal scraps monument maintenance subsidies: 'This is unavoidable'
The municipality of Bloemendaal will terminate subsidies for the maintenance of municipal monuments starting January 1, 2027. Most local political parties support the decision, viewing it as a necessa...
Jetten: Islands can be a model in the energy transition
Minister Rob Jetten stated that the six Caribbean islands within the Kingdom of the Netherlands can serve as models for a successful energy transition. He noted that Aruba's current focus on gas as an...
Royal honor for singer Karsu
Singer Karsu was appointed Knight in the Order of Orange-Nassau during a ceremony in Antalya, Turkey, on Wednesday. The royal distinction was presented to her by the Dutch ambassador, Joep Wijnands, o...
Verschuuren temporarily absent from Qmusic following sudden death of brother-in-law
Radio DJ Domien Verschuuren is taking a temporary break from his Qmusic afternoon show following the sudden death of his brother-in-law. Verschuuren shared on Instagram that his relative passed away i...
Riot police with water cannon on the scene in Loosdrecht
Police ordered protesters in Loosdrecht to disperse on Wednesday evening after the demonstration turned hostile and fireworks were set off. A mobile unit equipped with a water cannon was deployed to t...
Netflix to offer cheaper ad-supported subscription in the Netherlands from 2027
Netflix plans to introduce a cheaper, ad-supported subscription tier in the Netherlands starting in 2027. This lower-cost option has already been available in several other markets, including the Unit...
Dutch cabinet seeks solution for Palestinian asylum seekers with asylum in Greece
The Dutch government is seeking a solution for Palestinian asylum seekers who have already been granted asylum in Greece but are reapplying in the Netherlands. While a small group is being returned to...
Another protest in Loosdrecht, but further from reception center
Dozens of people in Loosdrecht gathered on Wednesday evening to protest the emergency asylum seeker shelter located in the local town hall. Due to an emergency ordinance and a designated safety risk z...
LAKS: Many exam noise complaints concern fatbikes
The Dutch National Action Committee for Students (LAKS) reports that nearly a third of the 430 noise complaints received during exams are related to fatbikes. Many of these complaints specifically inv...
VNG seeks emergency talks with cabinet over 'terror' at asylum center protests
The Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG) has requested an emergency meeting with the Dutch cabinet to address riots and intimidation occurring during protests against asylum seeker housing....
VVD wants action against far-right group in Loosdrecht
The Dutch VVD party is calling for cabinet intervention against a far-right group accused of hijacking local protests against asylum seeker centers, specifically citing a recent incident in Loosdrecht...
Jetten to discuss Insiya kidnapping with Indian PM Modi, Netherlands sends delegation to India
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten will discuss the kidnapping case of Insiya with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to the Netherlands this weekend. The Dutch government is also sendi...
Economy in crisis again due to high oil prices: are we heading for a recession?
The economy is experiencing minimal growth and rising inflation, leading to record-low consumer confidence and a potential recession. Key indicators such as rising interest rates and unemployment are ...
Cruise ship Hondius now expected in Rotterdam on Monday
The cruise ship m/v Hondius is now expected to arrive at the Port of Rotterdam late Monday morning. Previously scheduled for Sunday night, the updated arrival time was confirmed by Oceanwide Expeditio...
IJmuiden children's clothing store Boefjes closing after 10 years: ‘Unable to maintain the balance’
The children's clothing store Boefjes in IJmuiden is closing next month after more than a decade in business. Owner Karin Lina decided to shut down the shop to better balance her personal life and fam...
Installation of new Heemstede administration possible as early as June 8. ‘Talks with formateur proceeded expeditiously’
The formation of a new municipal government in Heemstede is moving faster than expected, with the installation of the new college potentially occurring on June 8. The political parties D66, VVD, and P...
Jessie Jazz Vuijk shares name of second child: 'Called Kaj and he felt it too'
Jessie Jazz Vuijk announced on Instagram that she and her husband, presenter Kaj Gorgels, have selected a name for their second child. The name was suggested by a close friend and finalized after the ...
Renovated Gashouder officially reopens in November, several events beforehand
The renovated Gashouder venue at Amsterdam's Westergasterrein will officially reopen in November following extensive renovations that include a new large basement for visitor facilities. Ahead of the ...