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Children write to King Willem-Alexander about the impact of the coronavirus

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26th April 2020
The Orange Foundation called on the children of the Netherlands to write to King Willem-Alexander to congratulate him on his birthday but also to tell him of the impact the situation surrounding the coronavirus has had on their lives. Over 1500 children have written to him so far. King Willem-Alexander will celebrate his 53rd birthday tomorrow, and most celebrations have been cancelled due to…
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Dutch royals face allegations they benefitted from forced labour

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8th April 2020
Nineteen women are suing a Dutch monastery and its Catholic order over claims that they were subjected to forced labour and abuse by nuns between 1951 and 1979 for the benefit of the order or outside organisations, such as the Dutch Royal House. These women were kept as virtual prisoners as children or young adults. The Sisters of the Good Shepherd, which is active in 70 countries, are the…
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Over 6.7 million people watch as King Willem-Alexander addresses the nation

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21st March 2020
Over 6,7 million people watched King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands gave a rare televised address regarding the coronavirus. The last time King Willem-Alexander gave a televised address of this nature was shortly after Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 was shot down over Ukraine in 2014. King Willem-Alexander took the time to thank the health services and also did not forget all the others who…
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King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima send message of support

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16th March 2020
King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima have sent a message of support as the Netherlands takes more stringent measure to reduce the risks of the coronavirus. Just yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Rutte announced the closure of all schools, daycare centres, cafes, restaurants, coffee shops, sex clubs and sports clubs until 6 April at least. The message was posted the official Twitter and reads…
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