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Dutch satisfied, but large contrasts between groups
Even in times of economic recession, most Dutch people are satisfied with many aspects that determine quality of life.
Emigration grows faster than immigration
In the first six months of 2011, more than 58 thousand people left the Netherlands, i.e. nearly 5 thousand more than in the same period last year.
Hospital readmission ratio model 2015
A model to derive hospital readmission ratios for Dutch hospitals, adjusted for case mix differences.
Economy hit harder in most other EU countries
The Dutch economy was dealt a severe blow in the first half of 2020, with the contraction that occurred over the second quarter the severest ever recorded.
Hospital readmission ratio models 2016
Models (2016) to derive hospital readmission ratios for Dutch hospitals, adjusted for case mix differences
Immigration lower again in May
In May, the number of immigrants was down by nearly half year-on-year, just as in April. Almost 9 thousand immigrants settled in the Netherlands last month.
Fewer alarm call-outs fire services last year
In 2012, the number of fire alarms and the number of requests for assistance were down relative to 2011. The average call-out response time remained the same.
Life expectancy hardly changed in 2012
Last year, male and female life expectancy were virtually the same as in 2011, but life expectancy is anticipated to increase further over the years to come.
Net population growth 81 thousand
In 2008, net population growth in the Netherlands was more than 81 thousand, i.e. 34 thousand more than in 2007.
More suicides in recent years
A total of 1,525 people committed suicide in the Netherlands last year.
Particulate matter emissions by agriculture
Between 2000 and 2016, emissions of particulate matter (PM10) by the agricultural sector increased by 3 percent. In this period, the value added of agriculture increased by 19 percent.
Sharp fall in traffic deaths in 2004
Traffic fatality rate fell by 19 percent last year. 881 people were killed in traffic in 2004. In the previous year 1,088 people died on Dutch roads. Far fewer men and children died in road accidents.