Local party Wij Westervoort wins big in 2026 municipal elections as voter turnout rises
Residents of Westervoort have spoken: local party Wij Westervoort secures a commanding lead in the 2026 municipal elections, gaining 7 seats. Voter turnout increased to 47%, reflecting growing civic engagement in shaping the town’s future policies and leadership.
| Party | Seats Won |
|---|---|
| GroenLinks/PvdA | 4 |
| CDA | 2 |
| VVD | 2 |
| D66 | 2 |
| Wij Westervoort | 7 |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Voter Turnout | 47% |
| Previous Turnout | 43.2% |
| Final Results Date | March 26, 2026 |
| Announcement Time | 10:00 AM |
The municipality of Westervoort oversees local governance, including policy implementation, public services, and community development. These election results will determine the political composition of the municipal council, which plays a key role in shaping local decisions for the next four years.
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Preliminary results of the 2026 Westervoort municipal council elections by party
Based on the preliminary results, the seat distribution is as follows:
Preliminary results by party
- GroenLinks/PvdA: 4 seats
- CDA: 2 seats
- VVD: 2 seats
- D66: 2 seats
- Wij Westervoort: 7 seats
Voter turnout
Voter turnout in the municipality of Westervoort today is 47%. This is higher than in the previous municipal council elections. At that time, turnout was 43.2%.
Starting tomorrow, votes will be counted at the candidate level. The final results will be announced on March 26, 2026, during the meeting of the Central Electoral Committee. The announcement will take place at 10:00 AM in the council chamber of the town hall and is open to the public.