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The NDS is evolving and moving forward
The impact of the coalition agreement and the formation of a new cabinet on the NDS remains uncertain. Until further notice, work will continue as planned.
IAMA updated to reflect practice and regulations
The Impact Assessment of Human Rights and Algorithms has been updated. This version aligns better with practical experience within government and the AI Act.
Experts brief Senate on Netherlands Digitalisation Strategy
How can the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy (NDS) be effective? And what does the strategy require from the Senate? These questions were key at an NDS session.
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.
Electronic business with the Dutch government growing
The number of invoices sent and received electronically is growing. In 2025, the Dutch government received nearly 2 million electronic invoices from suppliers.
PETs: tools for privacy-concious data use
PETs assist governments in utilising data while safeguarding privacy. NICPET shares knowledge and practical experiences to support the effective use of PETs.
EU moves to simplify rules for digital networks
The European Union seeks to invest in digital infrastructure to better connect digital networks. The proposal is part of the Digital Networks Act (DNA).
DigiD website now accessible in Papiamentu
Residents of Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba now have access to DigiD in Dutch, Papiamentu, or English, making online public services more accessible for all.
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.
Consultation on cyber threat information standards
The Dutch Standardisation Forum has launched an online consultation on making updated standards for sharing cyber threat information mandatory across government.
Webinar: User Needs First conference insights
On 1 April 2026, User Needs First (Gebruiker Centraal) will host a webinar sharing the most impactful lessons from its Dutch-language annual conference.
Poster provides at-a-glance overview of NDS
Rijksorganisatie ODI noticed that awareness and understanding of the NDS could be improved. This poster offers a clear and accessible way to visualise the strategy.
