It is important for all sorts of reasons that the RIVM is extra well protected, says spokesperson Coen Berends. “But we make no statements about the exact nature of the security.” Because the new building is built in height, it has a different appearance than the building in Bilthoven, says Berends. “We do notice a change in society. There are serious threats, also at our address, but that is not the reason for the appearance of this building.”
Strictly secured RIVM building seems like a prison, but must have an ‘open appearance’
