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Instant dismissal in the Netherlands: does your employer have the right to fire you on the spot?

✍️ Written by Seliz Demirci, employment lawyer at GMW lawyers. Being fired on the spot can come as a shock. One moment you're at work, and the next your employer tells you...

DutchReview Crew - August 25, 2026

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The Netherlands is getting a new night train to Copenhagen and Malmö

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NS introduces cheaper tickets for people who avoid crowded trains during rush hour

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Dutch broadcaster AVROTROS will not participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest

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Schoolchildren left seriously injured following collision between tour bus and van on A28

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Living in the Netherlands

How to read your Dutch employment contract: the easy guide

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Eat your way through Rotterdam with this self-guided food tour

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This Dutch city has been sinking for hundreds of years; should we be worried?

The Netherlands is known as the country of cheese and bicycles, and for being the flat European country below sea level. As it...

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What’s on that ‘boterham’? 6 weird Dutch bread toppings

We've discussed many of the strange things that Dutch people do, and we know that the Dutch have an odd habit of bringing...

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7 ways Dutchies and Italians are more alike than you think

At first glance, Italians and the Dutch seem worlds apart, shaped by different histories, climates, and habits, but what’s less often explored is...

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The Dutch integration (inburgering) exam: the ultimate 2026 guide

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Instant dismissal in the Netherlands: does your employer have the right to fire you on the spot?

✍️ Written by Seliz Demirci, employment lawyer at GMW lawyers. Being fired on the spot can come as a shock. One moment you're at work,...

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An IB diploma with an edge: How Rotterdam’s Nord Anglia International School revolutionises learning

When it comes to your child’s education, a powerful diploma can ensure a seamless journey to university and fast-track their progress up the...

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7 incredible things you can ACTUALLY do if you get a Dutch bank card

I doubt I’m the only international in the Netherlands who's lived through an embarrassing episode of trying to use a Mastercard in a...

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Instant dismissal in the Netherlands: does your employer have the right to fire you on the spot?

DutchReview Crew - August 25, 2026

✍️ Written by Seliz Demirci, employment lawyer at GMW lawyers. Being fired on the spot can come as a shock. One moment you're at work, and the next your employer tells you that your employment contract...

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An IB diploma with an edge: How Rotterdam’s Nord Anglia International School revolutionises learning

Liana Risseeuw 🇱🇰 - August 24, 2026

When it comes to your child’s education, a powerful diploma can ensure a seamless journey to university and fast-track their progress up the career ladder. The premier choice? A Power of Three Sciences International...

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7 incredible things you can ACTUALLY do if you get a Dutch bank card

Mihály Droppa - August 23, 2026

I doubt I’m the only international in the Netherlands who's lived through an embarrassing episode of trying to use a Mastercard in a Dutch supermarket — only to pack everything back after my card...

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Best fixed-term deposit savings accounts in the Netherlands in August 2026

Liana Risseeuw 🇱🇰 - August 23, 2026

If you've got funds sitting in a regular Dutch savings account quietly losing ground to inflation, a fixed-term deposit might be exactly what your money needs. With lower returns on your cash, locking in a...

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Best mobile package deals in the Netherlands in 2026

Liana Risseeuw 🇱🇰 - August 23, 2026

Mobile package deals in the Netherlands can save you serious money; here's everything you need to know about bundling your SIM, internet, TV, and even energy into one package. With so many options available on...

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Instant dismissal in the Netherlands: does your employer have the right to fire you on the spot?

✍️ Written by Seliz Demirci, employment lawyer at GMW lawyers. Being fired on the spot can come as a shock. One moment you're at work,...

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An IB diploma with an edge: How Rotterdam’s Nord Anglia International School revolutionises learning

When it comes to your child’s education, a powerful diploma can ensure a seamless journey to university and fast-track their progress up the...

Read

7 incredible things you can ACTUALLY do if you get a Dutch bank card

I doubt I’m the only international in the Netherlands who's lived through an embarrassing episode of trying to use a Mastercard in a...

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Cities

17 fabulous things to do in Delft in 2026

Despite its small size, there is absolutely no shortage of things to do in Delft. Nicely...

Juni Moltubak - August 24, 2026

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Attractions

Eat your way through Rotterdam with this self-guided food tour

Don’t listen to Dutch food haters! The Netherlands is full of good food — you just...

Beatrice Scali 🇮🇹 - August 21, 2026

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Amsterdam

How to rent a bike in Amsterdam in 2026: places, prices, and tips

Renting a bike in Amsterdam is the best way to make the most of your visit! Once you've got your very own bike, you'll be able to discover every beautiful corner...

Naomi Lamaury - August 20, 2026