Overview

• ARQ’s study of 45 former pupils reports that about one third still struggle with mental-health problems and around ten describe symptoms consistent with PTSD.
• The cabinet accepted most recommendations, including creating a national support centre and an information and commemoration function, but it declined a new financial compensation scheme.
• Justice state secretary Arno Rutte says many survivors were not reached by earlier help and that further tailored support remains necessary.
• The project group that oversaw the inquiry will continue to implement the measures, with final decisions moving to the Tweede Kamer for consideration.
• Campaigners urge targeted outreach to an estimated 30–35 severely affected survivors who did not join the study, and the municipality is asked to maintain the monument and lead local restorative efforts.