Netherlands News in English
Latest netherlands headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Consultancy firm investigates UWV following reports of culture of fear
Consultancy firm KPMG has launched an investigation into the Dutch benefits agency UWV following reports of a potential culture of fear within the organization. The UWV confirmed the probe on Thursday...
Why the European Central Bank is likely to raise interest rates today for the first time in three years
The European Central Bank is expected to raise interest rates for the first time in three years this Thursday to combat rising inflation. This decision aims to stabilize prices and may offer better re...
TalentLab IJmond organizes football afternoon in Heemskerk
TalentLab IJmond is hosting a special football experience in Heemskerk to celebrate the World Cup. Children who normally participate in technology workshops at the IJmond Noord Library can instead spe...
Watching the Dutch team at night in the pub? Mixed picture for Velsen bars
The Dutch national football team is preparing for its first World Cup group match against Japan this Sunday in the United States. Local bars in Velsen are currently deciding whether to broadcast the t...
Minister intervenes: Closure of care villas paused until children find alternative placements
Minister Mirjam Sterk has paused the closure of two care villas for severely disabled and sick children. The facilities will remain open until suitable alternative care locations have been found for a...
Provincial Executive member Anouk Gielen (27) candidate lead candidate for PRO Noord-Holland
Current deputy Anouk Gielen has been nominated as the lead candidate for PRO Noord-Holland for the March 2027 Provincial Council elections. The party describes the 27-year-old as a significant politic...
From Haarlem to the sun by train: how to travel to these summer destinations
More travelers are choosing to take the train from Haarlem to sunny European destinations this summer to avoid airport queues and luggage restrictions. The article highlights how convenient rail route...
Fewer people buying homes in their own municipality and moving further away
The share of homebuyers purchasing a property within their own municipality is decreasing as rising prices force them to look elsewhere. This trend is particularly evident in the western part of the N...
CBS: Slightly fewer Dutch people volunteering
According to a CBS study of nearly 8,000 people, approximately half of the Dutch population participated in volunteer work in 2025. While participation levels are comparable to pre-pandemic 2019 figur...
Alderman refuses to use ferrets against rats: "Less animal-friendly"
Amsterdam Alderman Alexander Scholtes has rejected a proposal to use ferrets for rat control, citing animal welfare concerns and high implementation costs. The city will continue to prioritize prevent...
Alderman refuses to use ferrets against rats: "Less animal-friendly"
Amsterdam Alderman Alexander Scholtes has rejected a proposal to use ferrets for rat control, arguing that current trapping methods are more animal-friendly and cost-effective. The city plans to prior...
Cyclist injured in collision with police car in Haarlem city center
A cyclist was injured on Wednesday night after a collision with a police vehicle in the center of Haarlem. The accident occurred on the Raamvest during the transition from Wednesday to Thursday mornin...
Favamole makes dips from special beans: 'Also good for the soil'
Favamole founder Edwin Sander produces sustainable dips using unique beans that are beneficial for soil health. The company focuses on a mission-driven approach to food production and environmental su...
Future of former V&D building suddenly uncertain: developer reconsidering housing and scraps restaurant plans
The redevelopment of the former V&D building in Haarlem has become uncertain as developers 3W Estate and AT Capital struggle to finalize plans for housing, shops, and offices. Plans for an eighth-floo...
'New style' DekaMarkt store opens with old logo due to nesting pigeon above entrance: 'Nature has its own schedule and we are happy to adapt'
The DekaMarkt branch in Velserbroek opened its renovated store on June 18 while temporarily retaining its old logo sign. Management decided to delay the installation of the new branding to avoid distu...
Killed in the Netherlands, dumped in Belgium: why did the killers drive 119 kilometers with Sherwin's (41) body in the trunk?
Sherwin Peterhof, a 41-year-old Surinamese man, was killed in an Amsterdam apartment and his body was later discovered buried in Meer, Belgium. Eight suspects are currently in custody, with two appear...
Nurse banned from practicing due to alcohol abuse
The Disciplinary Tribunal for Healthcare in Den Bosch has banned a caregiver from practicing after severe alcohol abuse created significant risks for patient safety. The individual's official registra...
High school students find out if they passed and fly the flag
Over 182,000 high school students in the Netherlands are receiving their final exam results this Thursday. Those who pass traditionally celebrate by hanging a flag with their school bag, while others ...
Beverwijk faces deficit of over 6 million: 'How do we ensure a financially sustainable municipality without dismantling the social foundation?'
The municipality of Beverwijk is facing a projected budget deficit of over 6 million euros in the coming years, primarily due to rising costs in youth care. While the town is currently in a stable fin...
AZ defender Mateo Chávez starts World Cup on holy ground in Mexico: 'Opponents feel the special powers here'
AZ defender Mateo Chávez shares his perspective on the upcoming 2026 World Cup opening match at the historic Aztec Stadium in Mexico City. The stadium is celebrated for its rich football history, inc...
Big screens on terraces for Dutch matches, here is where to watch the World Cup in Haarlem: ‘We’re going to go all out again this year’
Hospitality venues in Haarlem are preparing for the World Cup by installing large screens on terraces for the Dutch national team's matches. On Sunday, fans can gather at locations like the Botermarkt...
Homeless Roxanne (23) signs 'totally unexpected' lease and leaves basement storage in Zeewijk: 'I can look forward again'
Roxanne, a 23-year-old woman who had been living in a storage unit in IJmuiden, has signed a rental contract for her own apartment. After weeks of sleeping on a concrete floor, she is now moving into ...
All your empty bottles and cans gone at once: Rataplan Heemskerk now has a bulk deposit machine
Rataplan Heemskerk has introduced a new bulk deposit machine that allows customers to return all their empty bottles and cans at once. This initiative aims to simplify the recycling process for sustai...
What to say and what to avoid when a teenager fails their exams: ‘You didn’t put much effort in, did you?’
Pedagogue Marina van der Wal provides advice for parents on how to support teenagers who have failed their exams. She highlights what to say and what comments to avoid during this difficult time, emph...
2 million Dutch people overpay ‘130 euros’ for games
A Dutch foundation is launching a mass claim against Steam's parent company on behalf of over two million consumers who allegedly overpaid for PC games. The claim argues that the platform restricts de...
First drop in international students in the Netherlands since 2006
The number of international students in the Netherlands has decreased for the first time since 2006, with 129,764 students currently enrolled in higher education. This figure represents a slight decli...
Berendsen: positive signals on EU settlement import ban
Dutch Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen told the House of Representatives that there are positive signals regarding a potential EU import ban on products from illegal Israeli settlements. Discuss...
Tablets ready in Ter Apel for start of EU migration pact
The Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) in Ter Apel has prepared tablets and new service counters for the implementation of the European asylum and migration pact starting this Friday. ...
Self-driving Teslas allowed in Belgium: 'Shorter testing period thanks to RDW'
Tesla owners in Belgium are now permitted to use Full Self-Driving technology, allowing for hands-free driving similar to regulations in the Netherlands. The approval process was shortened due to prel...
Tallon Griekspoor still without a coach at Libéma Open, but that’s about to change: ‘He sends me videos of Djokovic and Sinner at night’
Tallon Griekspoor defeated Botic van de Zandschulp in the first round of the Libéma Open while competing without a coach on-site. Following Wimbledon, the Dutch world number 41 will begin working wit...