VNG Caribbean Desk continues until 2028
Over the next 2 years, the VNG Caribbean Desk will focus on adapting its services to the local context and on strengthening ties with European Dutch municipalities.
Dutch Design Week 2026: Help shape tomorrow’s government
From 17 to 25 October, the Ministry of BZK will attend Dutch Design Week. Together, civil servants and visitors will explore the public services of the future.
Caribbean Netherlands launches Archives Agendas
The Island Commissioners of Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba have launched the Archives Agendas to reinforce the foundations of archive and information management.
Government-wide vision for proactive public service delivery
The vision aims to deliver public services that better reflect people's needs and everyday lives, while remaining careful, easy to understand and trustworthy.
8 pilots to strengthen municipal delivery capability
The pilots receive funding to make their solutions suitable for practical use. This way, well over 100 municipalities can reuse them by the end of 2026.
20 years of digital collaboration among water authorities
Het Waterschapshuis celebrates its 20th anniversary. Dutch water authorities collaborate through it to drive digital development and implement joint ICT solutions.
Additional funding for Digital Government Information Points
The Dutch government has reversed its planned budget cuts for Digital Government Information Points (IDOs). This means local councils will remain responsible.
Digital inspiration for year-end
Now is the perfect time to step back and find inspiration. That’s why we’ve curated a selection of 2025's trends, practical guidance, innovations, and webinars.
Focusing on delivering proactive and accessible services
The government is prioritising citizens and entrepreneurs in digital services. What is currently happening under Priority 4 of the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy?
Residents of the Caribbean Netherlands to receive BSN
Residents of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba are receiving a Citizen Service Number (BSN), marking a significant step towards equal digital public services.
How advanced is your organisation in implementing Wmebv?
What is the current status of the Wmebv implementation? The Association of Netherlands Municipalities (VNG) is conducting a study to gain better insight.
Government launches National Action Plan Web Policy
The National Action Plan Web Policy is a roadmap outlining concrete measures to improve the recognisability, quality and manageability of government websites.
