Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Teachers, lawyers and managers busy with work
Nearly three-quarters of employees in the Netherlands report that their jobs require high levels of focus and attention. Teachers, lawyers, and managers are the professions most affected by these dema...
Refugees must be self-reliant: shuttle service to asylum boat discontinued
The COA is discontinuing the shuttle bus service for 1,500 residents of an asylum ship in Amsterdam, citing a goal of increasing self-reliance among residents. The decision has drawn criticism from bo...
Heat pump sales picking up, but hybrid pumps lag behind
Heat pump sales increased last year, but uncertainty remains about whether this upward trend will continue. Market researchers suggest that a prolonged energy crisis could drive future sales, though t...
Study: Many young people exposed to violent pornography
A study by the Verwey-Jonker Institute, commissioned by Defence for Children, found that over two-thirds of young adults were exposed to violent pornography, often before reaching adulthood. The resea...
Velsertunnel slip roads closed during Wijkertunnel closure, Velsen fears four weeks of major traffic disruption
The closure of the Wijkertunnel for major maintenance is expected to cause significant traffic disruption for four weeks, impacting Haarlem and surrounding areas. During this period, Rijkswaterstaat w...
Fake invitations for asylum seeker center meetings distributed in Heemskerk; authorities frustrated after planning extra session
Fake invitations for upcoming asylum seeker center meetings on April 20 were distributed in Heemskerk, falsely claiming that registration is not required. The municipality has clarified that registrat...
A giant wooden tower rises on the outskirts of Haarlem, but you'll soon see almost none of the wood
The construction of Haarlem's tallest wooden residential building, named De Stelling, is nearing its highest point on the edge of the Zuiderpolder. Developed by Ymere, the project is progressing rapid...
More trouble in benefits scandal settlement: now freelancers hit
Around 650 self-employed workers who assisted with the Dutch childcare benefit scandal face tax penalties of up to 10,000 euros after being classified as "bogus self-employed." The Dutch cabinet has w...
US visit of royal couple: new water cooperation program
During their visit to Miami in the United States, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima launched the Water as Leverage Academy, a new cooperation program. The initiative aims to foster international...
Safety Board calls for urgent change to reactor cleaning procedures
The Dutch Safety Board is calling for urgent improvements to reactor cleaning safety standards following a fatal accident at the Zeeland Refinery in 2023. The board's recommendation comes after an inv...
Once after a night out, now throwing a ball with a child at the fair: ‘It’s the start of summer’
The annual summer fair has returned to the Grote Markt in the heart of Haarlem, featuring a variety of rides and traditional food stalls. Visitors of all ages are attending the event, which many local...
Depleted Netherlands women surprise France in World Cup qualifying
The Dutch women's national football team secured a surprise 2-1 victory against France in a World Cup qualifying match held in Breda. Despite missing several experienced players, goals from debutant R...
Man stabbed to death in Amsterdam East
A man died following a stabbing incident on Tugelaweg in Amsterdam-East on Tuesday evening. No suspects have been arrested in connection with the fatal attack as police continue their investigation.
Police suspect 'internal dispute' after man set on fire
Police suspect that a man set on fire in Utrecht on Tuesday was targeted due to a personal conflict rather than being a victim of a random attack. This information was confirmed by a police spokespers...
Berendsen discusses Strait of Hormuz mission with Rubio
Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen met with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss an international mission involving European and Asian nations to protect the Strait of Hormuz. Berendsen em...
Finally fresh air for Tuindorp residents? ICL promises measures against odor and hydrochloric acid
The ICL fertilizer factory in Amsterdam's Westelijk Havengebied has announced plans to install active carbon systems and upgrade its scrubbers to reduce odor and hydrochloric acid emissions by later t...
Jetten reveals nothing yet on mitigating impact of Iran war
Prime Minister Rob Jetten has declined to provide details on potential government measures intended to mitigate the economic impact of the war in Iran on Dutch citizens. While a support package worth ...
Dijksma calls arson a horrific form of violence
Mayor Sharon Dijksma of Utrecht has condemned a horrific act of violence after a man in an electric wheelchair was set on fire on Tuesday afternoon. She noted the attack was particularly impactful bec...
Where stolen art treasures from the Drents Museum in Assen were hidden will always remain a mystery
The hiding place of stolen masterpieces returned to the Drents Museum will remain a mystery as the Dutch Public Prosecution Service claims not to know where they were stored. Authorities have indicate...
Suspect arrested for setting man on fire in Utrecht
Police have arrested a suspect in connection with an incident where a man in an electric wheelchair was set on fire at a shopping center in Utrecht on Wednesday afternoon. The victim sustained serious...
Amsterdam drug user bus to leave OLVG: We're gone by June 30
The mobile drug consumption bus near the OLVG hospital in Amsterdam East is scheduled for removal on June 30 after operating for exactly one year. While the facility helped reduce drug-related issues ...
Windows in the Koetshuijs in Heemskerk provide more space for activities: ‘Plants from the castle garden can soon be brought inside for winter’
The old wall of the Koetshuijs at Slot Assumburg in Heemskerk has been fitted with glass windows to create a conservatory-like space. This renovation provides more room for activities and allows plant...
Soli music association celebrates building anniversary and first female member: 'Those boys were cracking up, but I could handle the teasing'
Music association Soli is celebrating the 50th anniversary of its music center in Santpoort-Noord with a hobby market this Sunday. The event also commemorates historical milestones for the organizatio...
Tensions rise in Beverwijk politics: largest party sidelined, former alderman Dorenbos slams door on PvdA
The largest party in Beverwijk, Samen Lokaal, is being excluded from coalition-building efforts due to a lack of trust from other major political parties following years of administrative unrest. In r...
Trees to be removed from Zijlstraat due to falling shop values: 'This really affects me'
Three linden trees in Haarlem's Zijlstraat will be removed this Thursday after the municipality lost a lawsuit against a property owner. The legal ruling found that the trees obstructed the view of sh...
Prosecutors demand life sentence for Taghi's childhood friend for past murders
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has demanded a life sentence for 46-year-old Jaouad W. for his involvement in five murders committed between 2011 and 2014. Prosecutors argued that the crimes were...
Large group of youths brawling in Reinalda Park, Haarlem
A large group of youths engaged in a physical brawl at the Reinaldapark in Haarlem on Tuesday late afternoon. Police deployed multiple units to Leonard Springerlaan to restore order and end the distur...
PVV threatens to vote against Faber's asylum laws in Senate
PVV Senator Alexander van Hattem has threatened to vote against asylum legislation proposed by his party colleague, Marjolein Faber, in the Dutch Senate. Van Hattem expressed dissatisfaction with the ...
Man in mobility scooter set on fire in Utrecht
A man with a disability was seriously injured after being set on fire while in his mobility scooter at Smaragdplein in Utrecht on Tuesday afternoon. The victim was transported to the hospital, and pol...
Cabinet announces support package of up to 1 billion euros to mitigate impact of war
The Dutch cabinet will announce a support package of up to 1 billion euros on Monday to mitigate the economic impact of the war in Iran. The measures include an increase in the untaxed travel allowanc...