Council of State unveils 2025 annual report with insights into key rulings and interviews
On 16 April, the Council of State will release its 2025 annual report, offering a detailed look at its advisory opinions, court rulings, and interviews with key figures. Citizens can explore the report online or order a printed copy to understand how the Council’s work impacts legal and administrative decisions in the Netherlands.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Publication Date | Thursday, 16 April 2026, 11:00 a.m. |
| Report Sections | Annual statistical overview, advisory opinions, court rulings, interviews |
| Interviewees | Vice-President, Chair of Administrative Jurisdiction Division, Secretary-General, State Councillor, employees |
| Availability | Online (PDF download), printed copy (order via website) |
| Focus of 2025 Report | Three advisory opinions, three rulings, and reflections on 2025 |
The Council of State is the Netherlands’ highest administrative court and a key advisory body to the government and parliament. Its annual report provides transparency on its judicial and advisory roles, helping citizens understand how legal and policy decisions are shaped.
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Presentation of the 2025 Annual Report on Thursday, 16 April
On Thursday, 16 April, the Council of State’s 2025 annual report will be published. The full report will be available online from 11:00 a.m. via this website.
Familiar sections
As always, the annual report includes the familiar sections and components, such as the annual statistical overview of the Council of State’s two main tasks. However, the annual report is more than just a list of activities and figures. For instance, it examines three advisory opinions from the Advisory Division and three rulings from the Administrative Jurisdiction Division, offering an insightful look into our work. It also features interviews with the Vice-President, the Chair of the Administrative Jurisdiction Division, the Secretary-General, a State Councillor, and four employees from various directorates within the Council of State. How did they experience the year 2025 at the Council of State?
Printed edition
A printed version of the annual report will also be available. It includes the general review, a summary of the Council’s work in 2025, and the interviews. From Thursday, 16 April at 11:00 a.m., a PDF of this edition can be downloaded or a printed copy can be ordered via the website.