Substantial change in weather: from snow to 17 degrees in two days
Change of temperature: from freezing to spring-like warmth in 2 days by storm Bert. But don't be too quick to cheer, as strong winds and clouds are also on the cards.
More clarity on faulty UWV benefits early next year
Benefit agency UWV made mistakes for years when calculating WIA benefits, and now people have to wait until early next year for clarity on possible reparations. Social Affairs Minister Van Hijum expects to have more clarity in the first quarter of 2025, but the UWV needs hundreds of employees for this recovery operation.
Lots of snow in north, code orange in Groningen
Code orange for snowfall in northern Netherlands, up to 10 centimeters expected in Groningen. Snow leads to traffic issues, with many provinces under code yellow and winter weather ending tomorrow.
'I hope series The Surcharge Affair shows: it could also be your sister'
The new series "The Cowboys" exposes the harrowing and complex reality of the Tax Administration's benefits affair through a personal and impressive story of a duped family. The series not only offers insight and understanding for the victims, but also calls for renewed attention to the recovery operation.
Nationwide poultry coop duty due to bird flu
The Dutch Ministry of Agriculture has announced a nationwide lockdown for commercial poultry and a screening requirement for hobby chickens due to recent outbreaks of avian flu in Europe, including a case near the Dutch border. The decision was made to prevent further outbreaks, according to Minister Wiersma of Agriculture.
European Parliament gives green light to all Eurocommissioners
Political tensions in European Parliament eased as a solution was reached between opponents over controversial commissioner nominations. Pro-European parties unite with center-right and radical-right parties, signaling potential shifts in future power dynamics.