Out of dissatisfaction with the national nitrogen and fisheries policy and to reinforce their anger, Texel residents take a (playful) step further: they want ‘independence’. The ‘Free Republic of Tessel’ will thus be proclaimed on Friday. A cabinet has already been formed, including Prime Minister. While the action isn’t serious, the message is.
The declaration of ‘independence’ is not limited to words: on Friday, among other things, passports will be unveiled ‘and other materials appropriate to independence’.
In addition, a Tessels ‘cabinet’ has already been formed. This will be presented on Friday. In here sit people from different sectors of Texel society, namely a representative of the Texel Entrepreneurs Platform, the director of a large holiday park, the chairman of the fisheries organization, a director of AB transport, veterinarians and the chairman of the LTO North Texel department.
The Prime Minister will also be announced on Friday. The people of Texel do not want to share more than being a ‘famous Dutchman’. “It will be a big surprise.”
It is a playful action, but with a serious undertone, they emphasize. “The national nitrogen and fisheries policy threatens to completely disrupt Texel socially. Agriculture, economy and quality of life on Texel will be completely destroyed. We want to draw attention to this with this public-friendly campaign, which is being conducted jointly by farmers, fishermen and citizens.” said Arnold Langeveld, chairman of the LTO North Texel department.