Thousands protest higher education budget cuts in the Netherlands

Students, staff and supporters of universities and colleges across the Netherlands have been protesting government plans to slash over €1 billion (£830 million) from higher education and research. The academic community has warned that the cuts pose a serious threat to the country’s future and could lead to the closure of multiple universities. The Dutch government says it is addressing financial constraints across the public sector, aiming to balance domestic and international students’ needs.