Synopsis

For months, the Netherlands has been consumed by political debate and public clamor surrounding the issue of "our safety." But how truly insecure is the country? On the eve of the elections, criminologist Hans Boutellier, public prosecutor Sadik Harchaoui, and legal scholar Dorien Pessers examine this question – and how the perceived insecurity connects to the widespread discontent among voters. On these pages, you will find an overview of the statistics, the three guests' perspectives on safety