Starter loans now carry first-time buyers, with discounts up to €70,000.
More first-time buyers turn to starter loans
A growing share of Dutch first-time buyers is turning to municipal starter loan schemes as standard mortgages fall short, with some schemes offering purchase discounts of up to €70,000 plus extra borrowing room.
NS ends alternative travel compensation during strikes
NS has scrapped its compensation for passengers who pay for alternative transport during rail strikes, citing administrative burden and fraud risk after paying out €2.8 million for earlier strike days.
Weekend closure on A10 West for viaduct construction
The inner ring of the A10 West shuts from Friday night until early Monday morning for viaduct construction, with diversions adding up to 30 minutes to journeys.
Over 85,000 Dutch air travellers faced major summer delays
More than 85,000 passengers at Dutch airports were hit by delays of over three hours this summer, with budget airlines accounting for the most disruption.
Final Dutch Grand Prix returns to Zandvoort
Circuit Zandvoort hosts the final Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix this weekend, closing a five-year run of the race in the seaside town.
