We have time to act until December 8

Up to 80% more night-time noise allowed over Diemen

We are residents of Diemen, and aircraft noise keeps us from sleeping. According to research by NRC, the new rules give Schiphol room for about 80 percent more noise over Diemen at night than even the worst-case scenario requires. This is unhealthy, for us and for our children. Disturbed sleep leads to sleep problems, more stress, a higher risk of heart and vascular disease, and poorer concentration. Children in particular need undisturbed sleep to grow and learn. As long as Schiphol stays under the limit, the rules say nothing is wrong. For us, it means no protection at all.

Portrait of Schiphol boven Diemen

What this is about

  1. At each of the 207 measuring points, the new limits are above the worst-case scenario
  2. A professor of statistics calls the level of the limit a political choice, not a necessity
  3. Diemen has a seat in the Bestuurlijke Regie Schiphol, where municipalities consult with the national government and the airport. That is where Diemen can make its voice heard
  4. Objections to the new rules can only be made until around 8 December 2026