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Minister Van Weel Apologizes for Controversy Over Untreated Police Reports
Dutch Minister of Justice and Security, Van Weel, apologized to the Tweede Kamer for his handling of a dispute with the Algemene Rekenkamer regarding untreated police reports. He expressed regret for appearing to downplay an alarming report that found approximately 10,000 serious crime complaints were not acted upon in 2024. Despite offering apologies, Van Weel maintained he did not mislead parliament, drawing sharp criticism from opposition parties Pro, SP, and BBB who demanded acknowledgment of misleading statements. The controversy intensified after Algemene Rekenkamer President Pieter Duisenberg accused the minister of using half-truths to minimize the issue. With the opposition holding a majority, it remains unclear if Van Weel will face a motion of no confidence.
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