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More charging poles than electric cars
The number of charging poles in the Netherlands is growing so fast that they now outnumber the electric cars they are intended for. The national motor vehicle authority (RDW) reports that by the end of April the...
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NS fears empty trains
Netherlands Railways (NS) fears a government plan to scrap the tax-free travel expenses compensation scheme will lead to empty trains and congested roads. The measure is part of a raft of budget cuts agreed earlier this...
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Dutch parliament wants more aid for Sahel
A majority in parliament wants Development Cooperation Minister Ben Knapen to earmark additional aid for the Sahel region, where millions of people are facing starvation. The request comes after the cabinet donated four...
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