Goirle and Riel voters turn out in record numbers for 2026 municipal elections
Residents of Goirle and Riel have cast their votes in the 2026 municipal elections, with turnout reaching 56%—a slight increase from previous years. The results show Gezond Verstand Goirle Riel as the leading party, shaping local governance for the coming years.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligible Voters | 19,881 |
| Turnout (2026) | 56% |
| Turnout (2022) | 52.2% |
| Turnout (2018) | 54.88% |
| Leading Party | Gezond Verstand Goirle Riel |
| Votes Counted | 100% |
| Polling Station Updates | 30% (15:30), 21% (13:00), 7% (09:30) |
| Social Media Coverage | Instagram (@gemeentegoirle) |
Municipal councils play a crucial role in local governance, overseeing policies, budgets, and services that directly impact residents' daily lives. The municipality of Goirle organizes these elections to ensure democratic representation and community-driven decision-making.
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Update 23:14: Liveblog Elections
On Wednesday, March 18, elections will be held for a new municipal council. In this live blog, you can follow all the news about the municipal council elections in Goirle and Riel, including turnout figures and (preliminary) results.
Turnout Figures
The number of eligible voters in these elections was 19,881. The turnout during these elections was 56%. This represents a slight increase compared to previous elections. The turnout percentages throughout the day were:
- 30% at 15:30
- 21% at 13:00
- 7% at 09:30
Turnout in Previous Elections
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
The turnout during these elections was 52.2%.
Wednesday, March 21, 2018
The turnout during these elections was 54.88%.
(Preliminary) Results
With 100% of the votes counted, Gezond Verstand Goirle Riel is the largest party in the municipality of Goirle. You can read the full (preliminary) results at www.goirle.nl/verkiezingen.
Social Media
Reporter Saartje van den Hoogen (exam student at Mill Hill College) visited polling stations on election day and gave us a behind-the-scenes look. You can find the stories on our Instagram page.
Crowds at the town hall (around 11:00)
Reporter Saar interviews a polling station member.