Minister Van Weel: Loosdrecht Rioters 'Scum'

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There has been unrest all week at demonstrations in Loosdrecht, where temporary asylum accommodation is being set up in the old town hall.

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The unrest surrounding the asylum seekers' center in Loosdrecht is leading to strong criticism of national asylum policy. The tensions were discussed extensively on the program Vandaag Inside. At the table, concern was primarily expressed regarding the growing gap between The Hague and the population. According to journalist Wouter de Winther, that gap is becoming increasingly visible. He points to the difference between what politicians in The …

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Asylum Minister Bart van den Brink believes it is "unacceptable" that a protest against the arrival of an asylum seekers' center in Loosdrecht got out of hand on Wednesday. At the same time, he emphasizes that only a small group resorts to violence and considers it important to engage in dialogue regarding the concerns of people who express them peacefully.