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Eindhoven officials are set to meet with housing corporations to address social housing tenants who also own private property. This move follows a court ruling in Amsterdam that allowed a corporation to terminate a lease under similar circumstances. While exact local figures are unknown, the city is looking to improve data sharing to prevent the potential abuse of social housing.

Outgoing State Secretary for Youth Judith Tielen is advising parents and organisations to stop children from using play sand, craft sand, and squeeze toys for the time being due to potential asbestos contamination. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) is currently testing approximately 100 samples to determine if they exceed the legal limit of 0.1 per cent asbestos, with results expected in approximately two weeks. While a total ban cannot be issued until the specific health risks are confirmed by the RIVM, the advisory remains in place as a precaution for schools, nurseries, and households.

The D66, VVD, and CDA coalition plans to raise an additional €5 billion by increasing income tax rates, offsetting a shortfall in healthcare funding. While households and businesses will save a combined €7.3 billion on health insurance premiums, the government will recover these costs by raising the first two income tax brackets by 0.93 percentage points by 2030.

Dutch coalition plans to link the state pension age directly to life expectancy are expected to drive up occupational incapacity claims among older workers. While the move is intended to save billions of euros by 2060, experts warn that many people over 60 may struggle to stay in the workforce.

The VVD has revealed its list of cabinet nominees, opting for a team of experienced politicians and returning ministers. The lineup features significant shifts among high-profile figures such as Dilan Yeşilgöz and David van Weel as the new government takes shape. This strategy emphasizes stability and proven expertise in the party's ministerial roles.