Dronten municipal elections see higher turnout than 2022 as preliminary results roll in
Residents of Dronten, Biddinghuizen, and Swifterbant cast their votes today in the municipal elections, with turnout reaching 51.35%—up from 49.63% in 2022. Preliminary results are expected soon, shaping local governance for the next four years.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Dronten (including Biddinghuizen and Swifterbant) |
| Turnout (as of 9:00 PM) | 51.35% (up from 49.63% in 2022) |
| Turnout at 7:00 PM | 42.91% (up from 41.73% in 2022) |
| Turnout at 3:30 PM | 25.1% (slightly down from 25.73% in 2022) |
| Turnout at 11:00 AM | 11.81% (up from 10.2% in 2022) |
| Polling stations open | 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| First-time voters | Twins Véron and Rosan Zwep (18) voted alongside Mayor Jean Paul Gebben |
| Preliminary results | Expected soon, with 19 of 22 polling stations counted |
The municipality of Dronten organizes and oversees local elections, ensuring fair and accessible voting for residents. These elections determine the composition of the municipal council, which shapes local policies, budgets, and community initiatives for the next four years.
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Live blog: Municipal elections
In this live blog, we will keep you updated throughout election day with turnout figures, the atmosphere at polling stations and special locations. Polling stations will remain open until 9:00 PM. Frequently asked questions can be found on this page.
Still unsure who to vote for? Then use the Voting Assistant on the MijnStem website. These statements are specifically about the municipality of Dronten.
11:21 PM – Preliminary final results
10:44 PM – We’re off to a flying start
So far, 19 of the 22 polling stations have finished counting. The preliminary results are likely to arrive soon.
10:10 PM – Tension and excitement at the town hall
The first five results from polling stations have now been received.
9:33 PM – Turnout in the municipality of Dronten
A total of 51.35% of residents voted, which is higher than in 2022 when it was 49.63%.
9:16 PM – Polling station staff are busy counting
Now that the polling stations have closed, the counting can begin. A system has been designed for the counting process to ensure it runs as smoothly as possible.
7:27 PM – Turnout at 7:00 PM
The turnout at 7:00 PM was 42.91%. This is higher than four years ago, when it was 41.73%.
Meanwhile, the evening is underway and you still have an hour and a half left to cast your vote. We’ve also been out and about all day with De Stembus. A real sight to behold at Ketelhaven.
3:55 PM – Turnout at 3:30 PM
The turnout at 3:30 PM was 25.1%. This is slightly lower than in the previous municipal elections in 2022, when turnout was 25.73%.
1:48 PM – It’s a beautiful day to vote
With the red pencil on the move!
11:37 AM – First turnout at 11:00 AM
By 11:00 AM, 11.81% of Dronten residents had voted. In the previous elections in 2022, this was 10.2%.
8:05 AM – Mayor votes with twins
Mayor Jean Paul Gebben cast his vote this morning, accompanied by the twins Véron and Rosan Zwep. The brother and sister turned 18 in February and were therefore able to vote for the first time today.
7:30 AM – Polling stations are open
Everyone living in Biddinghuizen, Dronten and Swifterbant is eligible to vote! Good luck to all.