As discussions on expanding the deposit return scheme unfold, experts note a significant trend of corporate lobbying that often overshadows public input. Despite calls from municipalities and civil organizations for mandatory collection obligations on beverage containers, such measures have yet…
The Centraal Planbureau (CPB) highlights that the new housing subsidies in the Netherlands, amounting to 5 billion euros, are likely to benefit landowners more than homebuyers. With rising housing prices expected, the CPB suggests that these subsidies should be reallocated…
The Centraal Planbureau (CPB) finds that current subsidies have minimal effect on curbing rising housing prices, primarily benefiting landowners rather than the intended low- and middle-income home seekers. The Dutch government plans to allocate 5 billion euros in subsidies to…
Despite strong support from environmental organizations and municipalities, a proposed deposit return obligation for beverage containers was excluded from Dutch legislation. The absence of documentation detailing how opponents influenced this decision raises questions about the lobbying process. Critics argue that…
Snowfall is expected in the southeast of the Netherlands starting tonight, with Limburg anticipating up to 8 centimeters. Warnings for slippery roads have been issued as authorities alert travelers of potential delays. Similar snow accumulation is forecasted for Noord-Brabant and…
The National Archive of the Netherlands has confirmed that 25,000 names have been removed from the newly opened war archive due to the absence of corresponding files. These names, which included victims and witnesses from cases involving collaboration and war…
Despite hopes for a return to normal inflation rates in 2024, the Netherlands is grappling with an inflation rate of 4.1 percent, significantly higher than the eurozone average of 2.4 percent. Contributing factors include increased rents, higher taxes on certain…
Inflation in the Netherlands reached 4.1% in December, marking the highest rate in a year and a half, according to a preliminary estimate from the Central Bureau of Statistics. Price increases were driven by higher costs for tobacco, rent, and…
The police reported a tumultuous New Year’s Eve in the Netherlands, with a significant rise in incidents and violence against officers. Over 8,292 incidents were recorded, including 2,039 fireworks-related events, reflecting a 9% increase from previous years. Emergency services faced…
The Dutch meteorological institute, KNMI, has issued a yellow weather warning for strong wind gusts affecting transportation throughout the Netherlands. Winds reached up to 108 km/h in Hoek van Holland, posing risks for cyclists and vehicles with trailers. Temperature variations…
In 2024, Noah remains the most popular boys’ name in the Netherlands, while Emma leads among girls, according to the latest list from the Sociale Verzekeringsbank. Name expert Gerrit Bloothooft highlights that the popularity of names often reflects social trends…
A proposed policy change in the Netherlands would allow retirees to withdraw 10% of their pension savings in a lump sum starting July 1, 2025. While it has garnered support from a majority in the Tweede Kamer and seems likely…
