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Budget Day 2025: Government Aims to Accelerate Digitalisation
Each year, the cabinet presents its plans for the coming year on Prinsjesdag. What are the key priorities of this outgoing cabinet in the field of digitalisation?
European Data Act Has Come into Force
People using connected devices will have greater control over their data. Additionally, switching to other cloud services will become easier for local authorities as well.
Standards Framework for Special Category Data Tightened
The decree on information security standards for handling special category data within the national civil service (VIRBI) has been updated to strengthen resilience.
Campaign Helps Parents Manage Children’s Smartphone Use
Public awareness campaign Stay in the Picture was launched, providing parents with practical tips on how to effectively guide children aged 7-12 in the online world.
Launch of NDS Council at iBestuur Conference
This independent advisory board, consisting of leading digitalisation experts, was established to help implement the Netherlands Digitalisation Strategy (NDS).
The Netherlands Set to Accelerate through NDS
Joint acceleration is the only option. That is the central theme of the Netherlands' Digitalisation Strategy (NDS) launched by the government. The NDS outlines 6 key priorities, with all government organisations working together as 1 to accelerate progress.
New Guide Helps Municipalities Prepare for Crises
The VNG proposes 41 measures to help local authorities boost their resilience during a crisis. This will help identify risks and solutions more swiftly.
Enhancing Public Services through Testing
Want to ensure your letter, web page or form is clear and accessible? Try testing it with your target audience this September. Get involved with Testember!
2024 Quality Report on System of Base Registries
BZK has issued the 2024 Quality Information Report on the System of Base Registries. The overall conclusion of the report is that the quality of data is very high.
Government-wide Cyber Programme 2025
From October to December, the Government-wide cyber programme 2025 will once again offer inspiring cyber sessions to boost organisations' digital resilience.
How to Deal with Secondary Victimisation Caused by Data Theft
Organisations falling victim to data theft risk having their employees and clients affected as well. Project Melissa now shares advice for these secondary victims.
Information Brochure on the Cyber Security Act
The Dutch government has published a new brochure about the Cyber Security Act (Cbw) that outlines organisations' rights and upcoming obligations under the law.
