Municipalities provide extra asylum shelter locations.
The Netherlands is providing temporary homes for asylum seekers. Almere and Leiden are housing people due to a lack of reception centers. This is a response to a national call for help.
The country is facing a shortage of places for asylum seekers to stay. The situation at the Ter Apel border crossing was calmer last night. The winter shelter in Biddinghuizen was empty. Several cities and towns offered temporary accommodation. This action was requested by the asylum minister to address the problem.
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Highlights
Temporary Asylum Housing
Almere and Leiden are providing temporary homes for asylum seekers due to a lack of centers.
Ter Apel Situation Improved
The situation at Ter Apel was calmer last night.
Biddinghuizen Shelter Empty
The winter shelter in Biddinghuizen was empty.
Municipalities Respond
Several municipalities offered emergency accommodation.
Government Response
The asylum minister called for municipalities to help.