English-language coverage of Dutch politics news from the Netherlands.
The Dutch parliament demands a debate after the Court of Audit says Minister Van Weel misled MPs about thousands of unprocessed serious crime reports. He has apologised but faces scrutiny over trust in the justice system.
Pro-Palestinian protests in the Netherlands have led to the evacuation of parliament and the arrest of 45 people in Amsterdam. Expats should know that protest bans can be upheld by courts, and disrupting government buildings carries serious consequences.
The Dutch minority cabinet is deadlocked after the first day of the General Political Debate, with JA21 opening the door to partial deals but rejecting climate and asylum budgets. The outcome could affect expats' housing, immigration, and climate policies.
The Dutch cabinet faces a critical test as the annual General Political Debate begins, with opposition leader Jesse Klaver threatening to withdraw support. For expats, the outcome could affect housing, immigration, and tax policies. The debate continues until 18 September.
A minority cabinet of D66, VVD, and CDA presented its 2027 budget on Prinsjesdag, but internal divisions and opposition rejection threaten its passage. A new poll shows VVD leader Dilan Yeşilgöz's confidence has plummeted, raising questions about the party's future and the government's stability.
The Dutch minority cabinet barely agreed on a 2027 budget, exposing internal divisions and a power struggle between PM Jetten and Finance Minister Heinen. Opposition parties have already rejected the offers, leaving the budget's passage uncertain — and internationals face potential impacts on taxes, housing allowances, and IND funding.