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Dutch Government Unveils 50-Point Plan to Accelerate Housing Construction

The Netherlands has introduced a 50-point housing strategy aimed at easing zoning restrictions, speeding municipal permits and increasing construction as the country struggles with a persistent shortage of affordable homes.
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Dutch Museum Visits Exceed 30 Million as Cultural Attendance Hits Record

Museums across the Netherlands recorded more than 30 million visits over the past year, with the national museum association reporting record attendance at heritage and fine-art...

Amsterdam Seeks Government Funding to Save Crack Cocaine Treatment Study

Amsterdam authorities have asked the national Health Ministry to provide emergency funding for a clinical study examining alternative treatments for severe crack cocaine addiction.

Randstad Region Plans Long-Term Integration of High-Speed Rail and Autonomous Transport

Urban planners across the Randstad have published a long-term mobility strategy combining high-speed rail, autonomous public transport and expanded cycling infrastructure to acc...

Royal FloraHolland Reports Export Growth Despite High European Energy Costs

Royal FloraHolland says exports of high-value floral and agricultural products continue to grow despite persistent pressure from elevated greenhouse energy costs.

Amsterdam Reports Rising Ketamine Use and Lower Alcohol Consumption Among Young Adults

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University of Amsterdam Bans Laptops and Mobile Devices During Lectures

The University of Amsterdam has prohibited students from using personal laptops and mobile devices during lectures in an effort to improve concentration and classroom engagement.

Netherlands to Introduce Mandatory National Registry for Real Estate Agents

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Adyen Sees Renewed Institutional Investor Interest Amid European Payments Consolidation

Amsterdam-based payments company Adyen is seeing stronger institutional investor interest as digital payment providers compete for market share across Europe.

Dutch Water Boards Activate Flood Defences After Heavy Autumn Rainfall

Regional water authorities across the Netherlands activated enhanced flood-management measures following heavy rainfall, with efforts focused on protecting populated and economi...

Dutch Education Sector Faces Budget Cuts as Union Negotiations Stall

Schools and universities in the Netherlands are preparing for structural spending reductions as government negotiations with labour unions over welfare and pension reforms remai...

Heineken Restructures European Logistics Network as Costs and Consumer Demand Shift

Heineken is reorganising its European supply-chain and distribution operations as the brewer responds to changing consumer demand and higher transport costs across the region.
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