Acting NSC faction leader Van Vroonhoven calls for politicians to pay closer attention to their behavior, stating that she told PVV leader Wilders this but he was not impressed. She also criticizes Wilders' recent comments and emphasizes the need for better etiquette among politicians.
European Commission President Von der Leyen will not attend the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan next week due to political developments in Brussels, while many other world leaders, including Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte, will be present to discuss climate goals and financing.
British oil company BP plans to sell all of its 335 gas stations and electric vehicle charging hubs in the Netherlands, along with its 920 employees. The company hopes to complete the sale by the end of next year, with the possibility of still retaining the BP brand under the new ownership.
Three years after the introduction of the gambling law, an evaluation commissioned by the WODC shows that the protection of players against addiction and fraud is still inadequate, which has led to perverse incentives for gambling companies. MPs are alarmed and want stricter rules, while the secretary of state says there is work to be done.
Herna Verhagen, the first Dutch woman to head a publicly traded company, is stepping down after 13 years as CEO of PostNL, where she received high praise for her determination and commitment despite declining share value and competitive market.
Parents are being given more insight into their children's school performances through apps like Magister, leading to increased stress and pressure for students. The Jordan Montessori Lyceum in Zeist is taking a stand against this trend, experimenting with a two-month period where parents will not have access to their children's grades.