The Netherlands has started implementing additional border controls for six months to address irregular migration and cross-border crime, proposed by the right-wing PVV party. Concerns from local mayors about inconvenience to residents and businesses have been raised, but the military police union considers these fears unfounded. The Royal Marechaussee will have more authority to conduct checks at over 800 border crossings, although the actual impact may be minimal. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)