New leadership elected for key Dutch parliamentary committees this week
Six major parliamentary committees in the Netherlands will elect new chairs and deputies this week, marking a shift in political oversight. These committees shape policies on economy, education, justice, and more—directly impacting citizens' daily lives and rights.
| Committee | Meeting Date & Time | Live Stream Link |
|---|---|---|
| Economic Affairs | March 17, 4:45 PM | Debat Direct |
| Education, Culture, Science | March 19, 9:45 AM | Debat Direct |
| European Affairs | March 19, 11:30 AM | Debat Direct |
| Home Affairs | March 19, 11:40 AM | Debat Direct |
| Justice and Security | March 19, 12:00 PM | Debat Direct |
| Foreign Affairs | March 19, 12:30 PM | Debat Direct |
The House of Representatives (Tweede Kamer) is the main legislative body in the Netherlands, responsible for debating and approving laws. Its committees play a crucial role in scrutinizing policies, holding ministers accountable, and shaping legislation before it reaches the full House for a vote.
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Committees elect new chairs
A number of House committees will hold their constituting meetings this week. During these inaugural gatherings, committee members will once again elect a chair and deputy chair. You can follow the meetings live via Debat Direct.
The constituting meetings are a result of the House elections on October 29, 2025. Since new House members were elected then, the composition of the committees has changed, and it is necessary to appoint new (deputy) chairs. This only happens after a new cabinet has been formed. In the process, new ministries have been established, and House members have joined the cabinet.
Acting chair
From the elections until the constituting meetings, the House committees have had an acting chair who performs the duties. This House member will preside over the constituting meeting.
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The following six committees will hold their constituting meetings this week. You can watch all meetings live or on demand via Debat Direct.
- Tuesday, March 17, 4:45 PM: Economic Affairs
- Thursday, March 19, 9:45 AM: Education, Culture and Science
- Thursday, March 19, 11:30 AM: European Affairs
- Thursday, March 19, 11:40 AM: Home Affairs
- Thursday, March 19, 12:00 PM: Justice and Security
- Thursday, March 19, 12:30 PM: Foreign Affairs
The vast majority of the meetings of the House of Representatives take place in committees. Read more about the work of the committees.