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The Netherlands follows Germany and others in bringing in extra border checks

Associated Press

THE HAGUE (AP) — The Dutch government will bring in extra checks at its land borders to combat irregular migration, similar to a policy brought in by Germany in September. The policy is the latest move by the Netherlands’ hard-right government aimed at reining in immigration, as anti-foreigner sentiment surges across Europe. The measure will take effect from December 9. Countries must give the EU head office four weeks notice before restricting freedom of movement.

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