Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Sjoerdsma faces ‘big problem’ without safety cable, according to PRO
Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma faces structural challenges regarding development aid unless its funding is re-linked to the size of the economy, according to PRO party representative Suzanne Kröger. PRO h...
19-year-old man from Hulst arrested after fatal crash
A 19-year-old man from Hulst has been arrested following a severe traffic accident on the N290 near Vogelwaarde on Thursday afternoon. The police reported that the collision resulted in four fatalitie...
Support in North Holland for asylum seeker center in protected landscape in Santpoort-Zuid
Politicians in Noord-Holland have expressed support for establishing an asylum seeker center for up to 200 people at the former De Elta sports park in Santpoort-Zuid. Because the site is located withi...
Jaap Reesema presents new singing show Sing With Me
Jaap Reesema will host the new music program Sing With Me, which is scheduled to premiere this autumn on the Dutch television channel SBS6. The show provides unknown singers with the opportunity to pe...
Weekend tips: things to do in Haarlem (June 12-14)
The city of Haarlem is hosting a wide range of activities and events during the weekend of June 12-14. This guide provides curated tips to help locals and visitors navigate the city's busy schedule.
Forum resembles a Nazi party like diluted whisky: you taste certain notes, but the hangover is of a completely different order
The Dutch political party Forum for Democracy is frequently compared to fascist movements and the Nazi party. The article suggests that such comparisons often result in unproductive public debate rath...
Towards 3,000 permanent residents in Wijk aan Zee, says Village Council: 'We must gear facilities for that now'
The Village Council of Wijk aan Zee is addressing challenges to the town's livability caused by slow population growth and strict nitrogen regulations that hinder new construction. To ensure a sustain...
I have five school bags, they had to match my outfit
On Thursday, many students in the Netherlands anxiously awaited their final exam results to determine if they had graduated. The article captures the local tradition of hanging schoolbags on flagpoles...
Fat Phill’s fast food restaurant in Heerhugowaard bankrupt within 18 months. ‘Negative reviews? I have them in Hoofddorp too and it’s doing well there’
The Fat Phill’s franchise in Heerhugowaard has been declared bankrupt less than 18 months after its opening in the Middenwaard shopping center. Despite the closure, the owner noted that other locati...
Why the cabinet is considering a ‘golden share’ in shipbuilder Damen: five questions about a possible deal
The Dutch government is considering acquiring a stake or 'golden share' in shipbuilder Damen Naval to support the production of essential naval frigates. This potential deal aims to foster closer coop...
Spaarnwoude Park Hotel offers luxury and tranquility with green views. 'It had to be a bit exciting'
The Spaarnwoude Park Hotel has opened its first 31 rooms as part of a phased launch, while sixty workers continue to finalize the remaining facilities. The gradual opening approach is intended to allo...
Did they pass or not? Gertenbach College teachers in Zandvoort go door-to-door. 'I'm in shock'
Teachers from Wim Gertenbach College in Zandvoort are personally visiting students at home to deliver their final exam results. Instead of waiting for a traditional phone call, students receive the ne...
Your child graduated, cheers! How to approach alcohol use together
Over 185,000 students in the Netherlands received their final exam results today, which often leads to celebrations involving alcohol. The article provides guidance for parents on how to monitor and m...
Radboudumc: some of the twelve staff members out of quarantine
Some of the twelve Radboudumc employees placed in preventive quarantine for potential hantavirus exposure will be released on Thursday. The quarantine was initiated after the staff handled samples fro...
Dutch Tax Administration to manage and maintain VAT system in-house
The Dutch Tax and Customs Administration will manage and maintain its new VAT system internally instead of outsourcing those tasks. Secretary of State Eelco Eerenberg informed Parliament that while th...
Parliament united in dissatisfaction over failing youth care
The Dutch House of Representatives expressed unanimous dissatisfaction with the failing youth care sector during a parliamentary debate on Thursday. Lawmakers highlighted severe abuse cases and the pl...
Is the alderman overstepping her bounds as 'spokesperson for the steel company'? 'I acted exactly according to our coalition agreement,' says Suzanne Klaassen
Beverwijk alderman Suzanne Klaassen has defended her participation in a paid advertorial for Tata Steel's Green Steel project after facing criticism for acting as a company spokesperson. She maintains...
PRO, D66 and CDA present new coalition agreement in Slachthuis for a Haarlem that can last another 750 years
Political parties PRO, D66, and CDA have presented their new coalition agreement for Haarlem at the Slachthuis venue. The agreement, titled "a Haarlem that can last another 750 years," focuses on a ce...
Four cars involved in rear-end collision in Heemstede
Four vehicles were involved in a rear-end collision in Heemstede on Thursday afternoon. No injuries were reported following the incident.
Musk virtually visits ASML, but employee banner is clear: ‘Fuck Musk’
Elon Musk virtually joined ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet for a discussion at the Brabanthallen in Den Bosch on Thursday. While many employees watched the event online or in person, some expressed their ...
Shock and sympathy in Terneuzen after fatal school camp accident
The municipality of Terneuzen expressed deep shock and sympathy following a fatal traffic accident on Thursday afternoon that killed two children and one adult during a school camp. Local authorities ...
Father wins case against De ZorgSpecialist: Organization could not simply terminate resident's care and rent
A court has ordered the organization De Zorgspecialist to pay damages to a resident who was forced out of his assisted living home in Aerdenhout without warning in early 2024. The resident, who has au...
Council debates procurement policy: "Just be honest and say this is an Israel boycott"
The Amsterdam City Council is debating a new procurement policy that aims to prevent municipal funds from going to companies involved in human rights violations, specifically targeting ties with Israe...
Rat row flares up in Haarlem neighborhood after sewer investigation
Residents in Haarlem’s Kleverparkbuurt are challenging the municipality's findings on a long-standing rat infestation after technical reports revealed 79 urgent sewer repairs are necessary. While th...
The best for last: exhibition highlights the positive side of aging
The Museum van de Geest in Haarlem is hosting the exhibition 'Nieuw Oud! De Kunst van het ouder worden' to highlight the positive aspects of aging. Curated by Professor Tineke Abma, the display featur...
After 58 years, the curtain falls for Groots Herenmode in Beverwijk. Jelle Nuijen closes his menswear store: 'I'm going to miss all my customers'
Jelle Nuijen is closing his men's clothing store, Groots Herenmode, in Beverwijk after 58 years of operation. The 77-year-old owner expressed that he will deeply miss his customers as the well-known s...
Documentary The Chinese Takeaway: Home Delivered wins Silver Nipkow Disk
Filmmaker Qian van Binsbergen's documentary "De Afhaalchinees: Thuisbezorgd" has won the prestigious Zilveren Nipkowschijf award. The winner was announced on Thursday during a ceremony held at Het Ket...
Hospitality venues cannot show World Cup matches for free
Dutch Culture Minister Rianne Letschert announced that hospitality businesses will not be able to broadcast World Cup matches for free. The mandatory fees paid to the national broadcaster NOS for publ...
EU presidency Cyprus proposes lower EU budget, Netherlands against
Cyprus, acting as EU chair, has proposed a slightly reduced EU multi-annual budget of 1.95 trillion euros for the 2028-2034 period. Dutch Finance Minister Eelco Heinen reacted by stating that the prop...
Prime Minister Jetten: Zeeland accident 'overshadows everything today'
Prime Minister Rob Jetten expressed his condolences following a tragic accident near Vogelwaarde, Zeeland, which resulted in three deaths on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred during a primary ...