In video message, King expresses regret about Greek holiday | Inland

“With regret in my heart I address you,” King Willem-Alexander begins his speech. “Our trip to Greece has provoked strong reactions from many Dutch people. It hurts to have betrayed your trust in us. Even though it fit within the regulations, it was very unwise. ”

The king calls it “very unwise not to take into account the impact of the new restrictions on our society.”

King Willem-Alexander emphasizes that it is a difficult time for everyone. “A time of lack, limitations and worries. From fear, anger and insecurity too. We have heard the poignant stories in many encounters, in person and digitally. We feel a bond with you and with all those people who have been directly or indirectly affected. ”

The family decided to return “realizing that we should not have gone.” “We will continue to work with you to get rid of the coronavirus. So that everyone in our country can then resume normal life as soon as possible. That is now the most important thing and we will continue to do so, to the best of our ability. We are involved. But not infallible, ”said the king.

Princess Amalia and Alexia only returned from Greece on Tuesday. According to the Government Information Service (RVD), there were not enough tickets for the whole family on Saturday.

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