Broadcaster RTL on Sunday cancelled its scheduled election debate after PVV leader Geert Wilders and prime minister Mark Rutte pulled out. The leaders of the two biggest parties in the polls said they would not take part because RTL had asked the leaders of five rather than four parties to attend. The event, billed as … Continue reading RTL cancels ‘prime ministers debate’ after Wilders and Rutte pull out
Legoland Discovery Centre coming to Scheveningen
The Hague Municipal Executive has voted in favour of allowing a Legoland Discovery Centre to open on the Scheveningen boulevard in 2019. It would come next to the Kurhaus, where Vitalizee is currently located. Merlin, which also owns Sea Life, Madame Tussauds and the London Eye, is interested in the location, in particular because of … Continue reading Legoland Discovery Centre coming to Scheveningen
Judges uphold Schiphol taxi tout ban; licenced cabs only allowed
Judges in Haarlem have upheld a ban on taxi touts at Schiphol airport imposed by Haarlemmermeer town council last month. The council introduced bylaws banning touts from operating at the airport for six months. ‘The fine can mount up to €1,500 and ultimately, a judge can order their cars to be confiscated or ban them … Continue reading Judges uphold Schiphol taxi tout ban; licenced cabs only allowed
Exhibition At Home in Holland great success for Mauritshuis
The exhibition At Home in Holland: Vermeer and his Contemporaries from the British Royal Collection was a success, attracting 120,000 visitors. The exhibition,visited by Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cambridge in October 2016 included masterpieces by artists such as Johannes Vermeer, Jan Steen, Pieter de Hooch and Gerrit Dou. The exhibition, which was extended until … Continue reading Exhibition At Home in Holland great success for Mauritshuis
Global Centre of Excellence on Climate Adaptation seeks residence in the Netherlands
The Netherlands, Japan and UN Environment will lead the establishment of a Global Centre of Excellence on Climate Adaptation in The Netherlands. Yesterday, the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment signed a Statement of Intent together with global partners of the new project. The Centre will address the growing need for support among countries, … Continue reading Global Centre of Excellence on Climate Adaptation seeks residence in the Netherlands
10th annual Fair helps thousands Feel at Home in The Hague
Yesterday, The Hague City hall welcomed thousands of "internationals", providing information and entertainment to help them feel more at home in The Hague. The 10th anniversary edition featured an education theme, with representatives from primary, secondary and tertiary institutions in The Hague and surrounds. Mayor Jozias van Aartsen officially opened the event as one of his final … Continue reading 10th annual Fair helps thousands Feel at Home in The Hague
Tom de Bruijn to be acting mayor of The Hague
The Hague’s alderman Tom de Bruijn will serve as acting mayor of The Hague as of 1 March 2017 when Mayor Jozias van Aartsen retires. He will hold this position until the new mayor of The Hague takes office. This decision was taken by The Hague Municipal Executive. De Bruijn (D66) will formally become the … Continue reading Tom de Bruijn to be acting mayor of The Hague
Holland Against Hate: The Hague
Today, around 2000 people demonstrated at the Malieveld, The Hague. Organised via a Facebook group, Holland Against Hate was originally planned in response to Trump's so called "Muslim Ban", however demonstrators also shared signs reflecting a broader message. Were you there? Please share your photos and comments on TheHagueOnLine Facebook group. A few members of … Continue reading Holland Against Hate: The Hague
Thousands set to demonstrate “Holland Against Hate” in The Hague
A Facebook event "Holland Against Hate: Protest against Trump's Muslim Ban" currently has 15,000 "interested" and 4,000 registered as attending at 4pm Wednesday 1 February. Organised by Wouter Booij, he states that it "...began with a Facebook event and an email to The Hague police that he expected around 50 people with a megaphone" however this … Continue reading Thousands set to demonstrate “Holland Against Hate” in The Hague
49 foreign companies invested in The Hague in 2016
In 2016, a total of 49 foreign companies invested in The Hague. They either opened a new office or expanded their business in the city. Over the next three years, these companies are expected to create 588 extra jobs for the city. Vice Mayor Karsten Klein (Economic Affairs, Harbours, Welfare and Health) says, “The Hague, … Continue reading 49 foreign companies invested in The Hague in 2016
Construction to begin on 23 story student accommodation in The Hague
A new residential tower for students is due to begin construction this month next to The Hague University of Applied Sciences. The Leemanstoren project, named for the area it is being built (Leemansplein, The Hague), will be 23 stories high and will provide 451 student apartments. It is the first stage of the longer term "Vijverhof" plan … Continue reading Construction to begin on 23 story student accommodation in The Hague
International court apologies to police over intern’s racism arrest claim
The International Court of Justice in The Hague has apologised to the city’s police force after one of its interns accused two police officers of racially motivated brutality after they arrested her earlier this week. Chaka Laguerre, 30, who is from the US and has a 10-month clerkship at the UN organisation, posted an impassioned … Continue reading International court apologies to police over intern’s racism arrest claim
International School of The Hague: “Excellente School”
Last week, the Primary School of the International School of The Hague (ISH) was awarded the status of “Excellente School” by Ms Anke Buiteveld, Directeur Internationaal Beleid from the Ministry of Education. “Excellente School” status is a prestigious award given by the Dutch Ministry of Education in recognition of the high quality of education offered at a … Continue reading International School of The Hague: “Excellente School”
Dutch Minister Ploumen launches global fund SHE DECIDES, Dutch government makes first donation
Minister Ploumen (foreign trade and development cooperation) was inundated by responses to her call for a fundraising initiative for family planning programmes. She received thousands of messages from over 150 countries in 23 languages through both social and traditional media. The vast majority of responses were positive, with many indicating a desire to donate to … Continue reading Dutch Minister Ploumen launches global fund SHE DECIDES, Dutch government makes first donation
Ploumen urges international fund for safe abortion
Development minister Lilianne Ploumen has expressed disappointment at US President Donald Trump’s decision to eliminate all funding for organisations that help women in developing countries with family planning if their range of services includes abortion. Mr Trump’s presidential memorandum (the ‘Global Gag Rule’) was announced last week in Washington. ‘This decision has far-reaching consequences,’ said … Continue reading Ploumen urges international fund for safe abortion
Dutch video goes viral worldwide: America First but the Netherlands second?
Dutch TV show, Zondag met Lubach, "welcomes Trump in his own words", with the video going viral worldwide. Released just a few days ago, views on the YouTube video are at almost 4 million and the Facebook video has 39 million views. The voiceover is the "American Nederlander" comedian Greg Shapiro. https://youtu.be/ELD2AwFN9Nc
Chinese New Year to be celebrated in The Hague this weekend
The Hague is once again preparing for the Chinese New Year, which is this year on 28 January. Chinatown The Hague celebrates the Chinese New Year already for the 25th time. Many distinguished guests from The Netherlands and abroad have confirmed that they will attend the celebration in the city hall, among them several ambassadors … Continue reading Chinese New Year to be celebrated in The Hague this weekend
Winners of The Hague Innovators Challenge
Over seventy organisations and companies submitted ideas to tackle current global challenges in The Hague Innovators Challenge, with nine finalists pitching on stage last week at the New Business Summit, hosted by the New World Campas. An initiative of the City of The Hague which aimed to encourage start-ups, organizations and students to present new ideas on … Continue reading Winners of The Hague Innovators Challenge
Dutch Agri and food exports achieve record high in 2016
The Dutch agri & food sector has further strengthened its leading position in the world market. In 2016, Agri & Food exports totalled almost 94 billion euros, compared to 90 billion in 2015. Agricultural products accounted for 85 billion euros and agricultural materials, knowledge and technology accounted for 9 billion: a new record. This means … Continue reading Dutch Agri and food exports achieve record high in 2016
Ice skating in The Hague over the weekend
After several very cold days, many waterways in The Hague were frozen solid after the weekend. Advice from official authorities was that the ice may not be thick enough to support skaters. However there were still significant numbers out on the ice. TheHagueOnLine editor, Renee Veldman-Tentori, lives in The Hague suburb of Ypenburg, where many local residents … Continue reading Ice skating in The Hague over the weekend
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