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There is one national police force in the Netherlands, lead by one Commissioner. The force consists of ten Regional Units and one Central Unit, each with its own Chief Constable. The government wants to reduce police bureaucracy so that officers have more time for primary policing.

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Minister Grapperhaus to 'reduce administrative burden of investigations'

12-03-2018 | 08:54

Minister of Justice and Security Grapperhaus has announced plans to tackle the administrative burdens that impede police...

Legislative proposal: more extensive screening of police officers

20-12-2017 | 15:27

A different approach to the screening of police officers should help to better ensure the integrity of the police force. The...

Police capacity to be reinforced

24-11-2017 | 11:47

Minister Grapperhaus (Justice and Security) intends to invest in the recruitment and training of new employees in order to...
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