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A Dutch State Secretary has expressed shock over undercover videos revealing poor animal welfare practices during rabbit transportation, responding to parliamentary questions from opposition parties.
The article criticizes the Dutch state for repeatedly asserting its perceived superiority over indigenous populations, highlighting a pattern of behavior that marginalizes local communities.
A District Court in The Hague ruled that the Dutch state failed in its duty to protect the family of Nabil B., a crown witness who provided incriminating statements against criminal Ridouan Taghi.
A court in The Hague ruled that the Dutch State is not violating its obligations towards residents living near Tata Steel in a climate deal.
Dutch State Secretary Van der Burg is pressing the executive council of Bonaire to provide a concrete date for the launch of its first public bus service, ahead of his working visit.
The Dutch state forestry service plans to close all seven of its visitor centres, citing a need to prioritize spending and a lack of sufficient funding.
A Dutch parent association has filed a lawsuit against the State, alleging a failure to provide adequate education for children who cannot be accommodated in standard classrooms.
A Dutch State Commission has called on the government to actively address discrimination and urged politicians not to be hesitant in responding to discriminatory statements. The commission emphasizes the need for a proactive approach to tackle discrimination within society.
The Dutch State Secretary of Interior has informed parliament that only a European company will be permitted to manage the DigiD platform in the future.
The Dutch State Secretary for Justice, Claudia van Bruggen, stated that authorities will intervene if rap musician Ye makes any criminal statements during his upcoming concerts in Arnhem.
The Dutch State Secretary of Agriculture, Silvio Erkens, announced 13.5 million euros in compensation for Dutch fishermen to offset increased fuel prices, which were triggered by the Iran war.
The Dutch state is losing tens of millions of euros as former students living abroad fail to repay their student debts, prompting the cabinet to propose new measures to address the issue.
A report by the National Coordinator against Discrimination and Racism (NCDR) concludes that the Dutch state is failing residents of the Caribbean Netherlands, who are not treated equally to European
The Dutch State has decided to appeal a court ruling in the Greenpeace case concerning the effects of climate change on Bonaire, citing significant legal reasons for the decision.
A significant political conflict over the Dutch state pension system has intensified, with a Senate majority indicating a move to block a government plan.
The Amsterdam Court of Appeal has ruled that the Dutch State and a foundation acted lawfully in the 1992 adoption of Dilani Butink, a woman from Sri Lanka, concluding a long-running legal case.
The Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij (NAM) and the Dutch state are appearing before a court in Groningen, disputing who will bear the costs related to the gas extraction in the region.
Nearly one in 10 people claiming the Dutch state pension live abroad, and this number is expected to reach half of all claimants in the future.
Investigations into alleged export credit insurance fraud at Atradius DSB suggest the scheme could result in hundreds of millions of euros in losses for the Dutch government. Authorities are examining how private insurers facilitated the financial irregularities.
Nearly seven in 10 Dutch state pension recipients are postponing larger or nonessential purchases, a survey reveals. This trend is attributed to the increasing cost of living impacting retirees.
The Dutch state has been found to have violated its duty of care by failing to provide adequate security for the family of Nabil B., a key witness in a major criminal trial.
The Dutch State Secretary has been reprimanded, confirming that chickens are strictly not allowed to be caught by their legs.
The Dutch state is reportedly considering both prosecuting Tata Steel and providing it with subsidies, raising questions about the government's approach to the company.
The Dutch State Secretary has bypassed Parliament by introducing softer rules for shooting 'problem wolves', a move that has drawn criticism.
The emperor of Japan, Naruhito, has acknowledged the mistreatment of Dutch soldiers in POW camps as he begins a three-day...
The Dutch State Secretary Willemijn Aerdts stated in parliament that any minimum age requirement for social media should be implemented across the European Union rather than by individual member states.
The Dutch State Secretary of Infrastructure, Annet Bertram, announced that a discounted summer train subscription deal will launch earlier in June, but sales will be stopped if costs become too high.
The holiday allowance for Dutch state pension recipients is projected to increase by 20% in 2026, marking a 47% rise since 2023. This increase is attributed to its linkage with the minimum wage.
A growing number of former students in the Netherlands are reportedly avoiding their study loan repayments by relocating abroad, leading to a loss of €170 million for the Dutch state.
Chinese tech company Wingtech is demanding €6.8 million in compensation from the Dutch state following its intervention regarding Wingtech's subsidiary, Nexperia.
Energy Management Netherlands (EBN) is reportedly seeking billions of euros from the Dutch state to finance critical energy transition projects.
A group of healthcare workers, patients, and former patients in the Netherlands is suing the Dutch state over excessively long waiting lists for mental health care services.
The Dutch State Secretary for Justice, Van Bruggen, is considering removing erotic content from tablets provided to prisoners. This move comes in response to objections raised by members of the House of Representatives.
The Dutch State Secretary for Justice, Van Bruggen, is proceeding with a trial program to provide tablets to detainees in prisons facing significant staff shortages, aiming to address operational challenges.
Dutch state-owned rail operator NS reported a profit from passenger transport last year, marking its first profit since 2019.
The number of Dutch State Pension (AOW) recipients living abroad is increasing as more retirees choose to move overseas.
A Dutch broadcaster announced its withdrawal from Eurovision for the second consecutive year, citing concerns over Israel's participation. This decision has prompted other Dutch broadcasters to reconsider their involvement in the song contest.
The Dutch state is close to recouping the full cost of its 2008 nationalization of ABN Amro, following a share sale.
A Dutch court has ruled that the state acted unlawfully by failing to adequately protect the family of Nabil B., a crown witness in the Marengo case, before his role was made public.
The Dutch State Secretary for Justice acknowledged that it is 'inappropriate' for an inmate, convicted of art theft in Assen, to sell T-shirts and clothing glorifying his crime from prison, but stated there is little that can be done to stop it.
The Dutch government was aware in the 1980s that Iraq was developing chemical weapons but permitted Dutch companies to continue supplying materials.
The Dutch State has provided over €1 million in subsidies to cigarette manufacturer Philip Morris over the past three years. The funds were intended to support carbon improvement initiatives.
The Dutch State is reportedly considering acquiring shares in Damen Naval, a division of the shipbuilder Damen Shipyards. Sources close to the government have indicated this potential move.
Gijs Tuinman, a former State Secretary for the BBB party, has resigned his party membership, citing dissatisfaction with the party's direction and leadership after a recent change.
The Dutch state has purchased a medieval gold ring, discovered by a metal detector enthusiast in Friesland, for €83,000 to preserve it for the nation.
For the first time since its introduction, the industrial CO₂ levy in the Netherlands has generated net revenue for the Dutch government in 2025, marking a significant milestone for the environmental policy.
The Dutch state faces having to write off €170 million in unpaid student debts because it lost touch with former...
A report by the NCDR has concluded that the Dutch state is failing in its constitutional duty to ensure equal treatment for residents of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba. The findings highlight disparities in how the Caribbean islands are governed compared to the mainland Netherlands.
Schools in Zeeland are taking the Dutch state to court, arguing that a planned four-month suspension of train service in 2029 between Vlissingen and Goes would severely disrupt education.
The Dutch state's finance minister intends to challenge the high bonus awarded to KLM's executives, particularly focusing on the raise, amidst existing staff pay restrictions.
For the first time in Dutch history, a foundation has sued the Dutch State, holding it liable for the long waiting lists in mental healthcare.
This week, the Dutch State will face NAM in court in two back-to-back lawsuits over a €789 million bill for compensating earthquake damages resulting from gas extraction in Groningen.
A report indicates that the Dutch state discriminated against female judges, resulting in them unfairly earning less than their male counterparts.