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From pasture to residential area: how does the Rijnenburg polder become habitable?
“You have to think very carefully about how you want to develop it,” says urban planner Riek Bakker. The upcoming new construction project is “beautiful”, but the development of a…
Why is it so quiet on the transfer market for amateur footballers?
“It caused a lot of unrest when players announced in October that they would leave for another club after the season,” says Veldhuizen. “This agreement should create some stability.” The…
There is a fireworks ban, but not fully enforced: ‘It is strange and inconsistent’
According to Judith van Erp, professor of Regulatory Governance at Utrecht University, not fully enforcing a ban does not benefit the credibility of the local government. “It’s strange and inconsistent,”…
There is a fireworks ban, but not enforced: ‘It is strange and inconsistent’
A national ban would be more effective for compliance with the rules, according to the Association of Dutch Municipalities. The professor agrees. “But then the ban must be realistic and…
Parents’ concerns about measles: this is how you protect children
Several children in the province of Utrecht contracted measles last week after being infected by a child from abroad. According to Fanoy, the risk of spread is small. “There are…
Barrels of drugs between old teacups, cupboards and CDs: ‘Stupid donkey’
J.’s lawyer says his client is “being screwed”. That note with drug paraphernalia that was found at J.’s home, for example. De Meerkerker has “no idea” what was on that…
Tons of drugs between old teacups, cupboards and CDs: ‘Stupid ass’
J.’s lawyer says his client is “being screwed”. That note with drug paraphernalia that was found at J.’s home, for example. De Meerkerker has “no idea” what was on that…
With the construction of 1,200 homes, Odijk will become a village for commuters: ‘Hope it will remain village-like’
These weeks the municipal council of Bunnik, which includes Odijk, will vote on the Kersenweide, a residential area of 1,200 homes on the other side of the N229. If the…
Fake collectors collect money in Utrecht: ‘It’s okay to say no’
In the cold December days, charities are busy raising money. One walks around with a collection box, the other sells cookies at home. But not every charity is recognized, so…
With the construction of 1,200 homes, Odijk will become a village for commuters: ‘Maybe we will become bigger than Bunnik’
These weeks the municipal council of Bunnik, which includes Odijk, will vote on the Kersenweide, a residential area of 1,200 homes on the other side of the N229. If the…