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Rotterdam Mediamarkt Riot: No Stricter Regulations

A riot at a Mediamarkt discount event in Rotterdam leads to debate on stricter regulations, with the city council ultimately deciding against increased police presence or event bans.

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Robert SimonsSimon CeulemansCarola SchoutenImane El Filali

What was the city council's response to the incident?: The Rotterdam city council decided against stricter regulations, such as increased police presence or bans on large commercial events, despite the riot.
What proposals were made by council member Simon Ceulemans?: Council member Simon Ceulemans proposed a mobile police station for Black Friday, stricter enforcement of the assembly ban, and checking for items like balaclavas.
What was Mayor Carola Schouten's response to the proposals?: Mayor Carola Schouten rejected the mobile police station idea, stating that officers could respond quickly from the nearby station and that the police should handle enforcement.
What happened during the Mediamarkt discount event in Rotterdam?: The incident involved a large crowd gathering for a Mediamarkt discount event in Rotterdam, which resulted in rioting and vandalism.
What changes will Rotterdam make regarding permits for large commercial events?: Rotterdam will be less likely to grant permits for large commercial events requiring extra police, learning from the Mediamarkt incident's excessive promotion.

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