Dutch Labor Reforms Will Do Little to Encourage Hiring
Companies still need to pay two years of sick leave.
Western Europe
French Republicans Should Put Policy Over Politics
Macron’s presidency isn’t going to collapse. Republicans should make the most of it.
Victory for Farmers’ Party Is Challenge to Dutch Government
Christian Democrats want to meet farmers halfway. Liberals insist on cutting emissions.
Dutch Midterm Elections Guide
Provinces, water boards, parties, polls and likely outcomes, explained.
Despite Right-Wing Gains, Dutch Election Could Push Rutte Left
The prime minister’s right-wing rivals are less willing to compromise than left-wing parties.
German Liberals Stab Dutch Liberal in the Back
The Free Democrats derail Jan Huitema’s plan for clean cars.
Liberals, Farmers’ Party to Gain Seats in Dutch Senate: Poll
The Christian parties in Mark Rutte’s coalition would lose.
Abolish the NHS
Britain has worse health care than the rest of Europe.
Why the Netherlands Is Calling for EU Asylum Reform
Immigration systems have been overwhelmed by a post-COVID bounce in asylum applications.
Dutch to Ease, After Tightening, Building Rules
The government is trying to solve a problem it created.
Macron Is Winning the Argument for State Aid in Europe
Two years ago, the French president’s proposals were too far-fetched.
The Arguments For and Against French Pension Reform
The current retirement age is low, but the French object to working longer.
How Government Creates Shortages of Doctors
France, the Netherlands and the United States limited slots for medical students.
Dutch Plan for Organic Farming Underwhelms
The money is a drop in the bucket compared to overall farm subsidies.
Europe’s Asylum Crisis, Explained
A deep dive into the numbers plus the policies of France, Italy and Netherlands.