Roosendaal and Best were designated as National Large-Scale Residential Sites, making state aid available to speed up the construction of thousands of homes. Roosendaal could build 5,000 to 6,000 homes quickly, and Minister Boekholt-O'Sullivan explained the decision in the municipality. Residents near Gilze-Rijen Air Base are expected to hear F-35 fighter jets during the Agile Tiger exercise from 16 to 27 November. The aircraft are scheduled to fly during the day in the first week and also in the evening, until 11:15 p.m., in the second week.

The Trappist Abbey in Berkel-Enschot cancelled its annual Christmas concert because of high heating costs and is considering alternatives, including a summer concert. It continues to support charities through the Kloosterwinkel. Cold weather was expected in Brabant, with overnight temperatures falling to around freezing, while Grave was preparing for the national Sinterklaas arrival on 14 November. The municipality expected 17,000 visitors and planned 4,000 additional parking spaces and shuttle buses.