MIVD jaarverslag 2002

Right-wing extremism
DISS investigates right-extremist groups and individuals. For the
DISS question here is whether the safety and preparedness of the armed forces is compromised. Manifestations of right-wing extremism have emerged so far limited extent in Defence. It should be noted that not all behaviors that are reported under the heading of right-wing extremism, as right-wing extremism must be considered in political or ideological sense. Sometimes it is unwanted behavior, as misplaced humor, harsh training methods, machogedrag or other misconduct. If this yield by DISS identified potentially unwanted behaviors offenses, the Royal Military Police or the Public Prosecution is informed.

In 2002 zijn 25 reports were registered in the area of (putative) Right-wing extremism. Part of this involved the besmirching of defense objects
runes, nazi-symbolen, discriminatory texts and slogans. Another part dealt with people who might have been guilty of (putative) right extremist statements and actions.

Involvement (aspirant) Defence staff (putative) Right-wing extremism is examined in all cases by the DISS. If sufficient hard facts are established, negatively advised of the appointment to the military or the Statement of No
Objection to fulfill a confidentiality withdrawn. In 2002 no growth was observed from right-wing extremist statements and behavior in the armed forces.