Week in Review: April 1-7, 2024

A round up of what you need to know from last week in Groningen.

Apr 08, 2024

Smoke-Free Generation by 2040, Cigarette Prices Surge

Apr 2

The price of a packet of 20 cigarettes went up by almost a euro on Monday to around €11.10 as a part of further government moves to discourage smoking. Similarly, a packet of rolling tobacco went up by €3.60 to around €24, and further increases are expected. Tax on cigarettes now amounts to around

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Siersteenlaan Groningen Closed Off, With the Police Allegedly Investigating a Suspicious Package

Lisa Vinogradova and Arian Adeli

Apr 3

Siersteenlaan Groningen Closed Off, With the Police Allegedly Investigating a Suspicious Package

The Siersteenlaan in Vinkhuizen has been closed off by the police, who are heavily present at the site, likely in response to the reported suspicious package incident that occurred at 4 AM this morning. However, confirmation of the reason is still pending.

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Senate Postpones Vote on Groningen Gas Field Closure, Sparking Outrage and Renewed Concerns

Lisa Vinogradova and Arian Adeli

Apr 4

Senate Postpones Vote on Groningen Gas Field Closure, Sparking Outrage and Renewed Concerns

The Dutch Senate has postponed a vote on legislation to permanently close the Groningen gas field due to concerns about the country's energy security. Normal gas production in Groningen ended last October due to risks of earthquakes, with the government proposing a law to shut down the field entirely by October 1st.

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SCP Warns of Increased Segregation Between the Rich and Poor in NL

Lisa Vinogradova

Apr 7

SCP Warns of Increased Segregation Between the Rich and Poor in NL

Recent studies by the Social and Cultural Planning Office (SCP) and the Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) have highlighted the growing divide between the richer and poorer segments of society in the Netherlands. According to the SCP, the country is becoming increasingly segregated, with less interaction between people …

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Week in Review: April 1-7, 2024

A round up of what you need to know from last week in Groningen.

Smoke-Free Generation by 2040, Cigarette Prices Surge

Siersteenlaan Groningen Closed Off, With the Police Allegedly Investigating a Suspicious Package

Senate Postpones Vote on Groningen Gas Field Closure, Sparking Outrage and Renewed Concerns

SCP Warns of Increased Segregation Between the Rich and Poor in NL

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