Tag: Netherlands
Open racism near Utrechtse Veegdienst evokes shocked reactions on: ‘there are pattern’
“There is no place in our city for discrimination, certainly not with the municipality that has an exemplary function,” says Ilse Raaijmakers (PvdA). “This is not an incident, but a…
Alderman: ‘Wielerbaan Nedereindse Berg will be refurbished this year’
The Nedereindse Berg is part of the De Nedereindse Plas recreation area. That lake originated after sand extraction, including for highway A2. Later, part of the lake was filled in…
After the Valwind, forest rangers left thousands of dead trees, that turns out to be a golden move
This morning, just like on many mornings over the past 3.5 years, Den Hartigh runs through his forest in the Breveen. “Do you hear that?” He says. “The black woodpecker.”…
Plans for VAT increase with more expensive clothing as a result: ‘disastrous decision’
Although the plans are still far from round, Utrecht entrepreneurs makes a restless feeling. “When I read the article yesterday, I was shocked for a moment,” says the Utrecht owner…
Steeph and Lisanne will soon have to leave their temporary homes: ‘Constant fear that I will no longer have a house’
At a room the door is already ajar. “Come in,” it sounds inside. Steep of the children and cat stripe are sitting on the couch. The contrast is large with…
Utrecht basketball clubs sound the alarm because they are in danger of losing their sports hall
The spokesperson emphasizes that the Oudenrijn sports hall was published by the municipality on leasehold and that a cancellation period of one year applies. “The original leasehold period has since…
Council member leaves after disagreement at Forza De Bilt, switches to VVD
It has been rumbling at Forza De Bilt for some time. In 2023, councilor Fabian stepped up Vendrig because he “could not do associations with the way politics was practiced”.…
Alderman: ‘Noise-nuisance concrete-T is an asset to a lively neighborhood’
Beton-T, at the Balijebrug, profiles itself as an experimental city square. “A temporary project that transforms unused area into a place where culture, movement, education, green, relaxation and wonder can…
KNMI will take into account feeling temperature, opinions divided
Opinions about reporting the feeling temperature are divided. “Well, what do you do with it?” Someone wonders. “I would just keep it at the real temperature,” says another. Another one…
More expensive price tags on clothing due to possible VAT increase? ‘Disastrous decision’
The government is making plans for a VAT increase. Such a VAT increase from 21 to 21.4 percent for clothing, among other things, threatens to become “an outright subsidy” for…