Politics News in English
Latest politics headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Illegal prostitution in Diemen home causes neighborhood nuisance
The mayor of Diemen has closed a residence in the Holland Park neighborhood due to illegal prostitution and reports of nuisance. Local authorities are actively working with the police to combat human ...
Public Prosecution Service seizes 433 million in cash and assets from criminals, a new record
The Dutch Public Prosecution Service confiscated a record 433 million euros in criminal assets and goods in 2025. This marks the fourth consecutive year that the total value of seizures has increased.
Aisha fled Uganda, but the IND does not believe she is a lesbian
Aisha, a Ugandan refugee who fled strict anti-gay laws in her home country, is challenging the Dutch immigration service's denial of her asylum claim regarding her sexual orientation. She addressed at...
US government withdrew subsidies for states that did not vote for Trump in 2024
The U.S. government cut billions of dollars in subsidies in October 2025 to states that did not vote for Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election. According to court documents reported by The Ne...
Every girl in the neighborhood fell for Jantje Struijs, but he was head over heels for his teacher
50Plus leader Jan Struijs reflects on his happy childhood and the lasting impact of his father's experiences during the German occupation. He notes that the shadow of these events, particularly around...
Trump pokes fun at himself in lighthearted Correspondents' Dinner speech
During the annual Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, former US President Donald Trump delivered sharp criticisms rather than the traditional lighthearted humor intended for the event. The dinner is...
120 British millionaires call for higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy in open letter
A group of 120 British millionaires has signed an open letter addressed to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging the government to increase taxes on the ultra-wealthy. They advocate for this policy as a...
Salary increase for Haarlem administrators: mayor receives nearly 400 euros more
The mayor and aldermen of Haarlem have received a salary increase this month. Their pay rise aligns with the new wage adjustments recently granted to civil servants in the Netherlands.
Hoogte Kadijk residents fear years of nuisance from new power substations: How many parking spaces will be left?
A year ago, Ara (48) was a cleaner at Saints & Stars: ‘We reported misconduct and were kicked out of the country as thanks’
Brazil bans sale and production of foie gras, sparking anger in France
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has signed a law banning the production and sale of foie gras within the country. This decision has sparked significant outrage in France, where the produ...
110,000 people already evacuated due to wildfires in France, government holds crisis meeting
ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan dismissed by member states
New Trump import tariffs appear to be old duties in a new guise
U.S. President Donald Trump has introduced new import tariffs for dozens of trading partners, including the European Union. Experts suggest that the economic impact is minimal and that the move is pri...
Rochdi T. (37) linked to Amsterdam cash-in-transit robbery, money laundering, and ATM bombing gang
Alderman considers charging taxi drivers for use of Central Station rank
Amsterdam alderman Elise Moeskops is considering requiring taxi drivers to pay for using the taxi stand at Central Station to help fund ongoing supervision and address structural issues. This potentia...
Alderman considers charging taxi drivers for using Central Station stand
Amsterdam alderman Elise Moeskops is considering requiring taxi drivers to pay for using the taxi stand at Central Station to fund permanent monitoring and address ongoing technical and behavioral iss...
Amsterdam city council debates Pride Amsterdam director following Het Parool investigation; aldermen ‘take concerns seriously’
Employers miss disability job quotas, face potential fines
Employers in the Netherlands are unlikely to reach the government-mandated target of 125,000 jobs for people with disabilities by 2026. Current data from July shows only 92,000 positions have been cre...
Dutch state not in breach of obligations to Tata Steel neighbors
A court has ruled that the Dutch State is currently not violating its obligations to protect the living environment of residents near Tata Steel. This decision follows summary proceedings initiated by...
EU says TikTok not doing enough to protect minors
The European Commission has stated that TikTok fails to adequately protect minors, thereby violating EU digital regulations. Concerns include the high visibility of minors' accounts, which may expose ...
Relief for Tata Steel: judge does not block billion-euro subsidy
The court in The Hague has ruled in favor of Tata Steel, allowing the 2 billion euro government subsidy intended for the company's sustainability efforts to proceed. This decision is crucial for the f...
UWV to start repaying incorrect WIA benefits in September
Starting September 1, the UWV will begin issuing repayments to tens of thousands of long-term sick employees in the Netherlands. These workers received incorrect WIA benefit payments between 2020 and ...
Two explosions at toy store on Staalmanplein in Nieuw-West within two days
Farmers need not fear mass revocation of nature permits
The revocation of nature permits for five livestock farmers in North Brabant has caused concern within the agricultural sector. However, experts suggest that a widespread cancellation of such permits ...
Major crackdown on pimp gang: 'Romanian men considered red-light district their property'
Seven men were arrested following police raids on Amsterdam's red-light district for operating a Romanian pimping ring. The suspects allegedly exploited sex workers for years through deception, threat...
US announces new import tariffs of 10 and 12.5 percent
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced new import tariffs ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent on 60 trading partners, including the European Union, China, and the United Kingdom. The measures were conf...
US Justice Department drops subpoenas for New York Times journalists
The United States Department of Justice has dropped its subpoena against journalists from The New York Times. The legal action originated from the journalists' reporting on security concerns regarding...
Suspect in disruption of pro-Israel demonstration acquitted, public prosecution to appeal
Guests at Sandevoerde campsite refuse to give up, won't 'make way for the rich'
Long-term guests at Camping Sandevoerde in Zandvoort are continuing their legal battle against the campsite owner to prevent the site from being redeveloped into luxury chalets. Meanwhile, a similar c...