Belgian Minister want mayors to keep Dutch shoppers away
4 years ago

Belgian Minister want mayors to keep Dutch shoppers away

NL Times  

Belgian Health Minister Frank Vandenbroucke is worried that the lockdown implemented in the Netherlands on Monday will result in Dutch flocking to Belgium to shop for fun. He wants the Belgian mayors to be vigilant and prevent crowded shopping streets, he said on Flemish broadcaster Radio 1. He is therefore concerned about Dutch shoppers flooding Belgian streets. "Our mayors in big cities are responsible for controlling the influx in the shopping streets," he said.

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Belgium braces for Dutch tourists looking to escape lockdown
3 years ago

Belgium braces for Dutch tourists looking to escape lockdown

NL Times  

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Maastricht mayor against closing borders to keep Belgian shoppers out
4 years, 1 month ago

Maastricht mayor against closing borders to keep Belgian shoppers out

NL Times  

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Pressure mounts on Dutch ministers over school, cafe and shop closures
4 years, 9 months ago

Pressure mounts on Dutch ministers over school, cafe and shop closures

Dutch News  

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Pressure mounts on Dutch ministers over school, cafe and shop closures
4 years, 9 months ago

Pressure mounts on Dutch ministers over school, cafe and shop closures

Dutch News  

Pressure is mounting on the Dutch government to close schools, cafes and restaurants, and all but essential shops, to stem the spread of coronavirus and reduce cross-border movement. ‘We want to keep our doctors and all care workers safe, and that includes at home.’ Van Benthem also called on officials do make sure hospitals have enough protective equipment. ‘It is …

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