Heerde voters reshape local council: Gemeentebelang-Boeren Partij wins big in 2026 elections
Residents of Heerde have spoken, with nearly 65% turning out to elect a new municipal council. The local party Gemeentebelang-Boeren Partij secured a commanding lead, reshaping local policies and priorities for the next four years.
| Party | Percentage of Votes | Seats Won |
|---|---|---|
| Gemeentebelang – Boeren Partij | 38.33% | 6 |
| CDA | 19.14% | 3 |
| ChristenUnie-SGP | 16.95% | 3 |
| GROENLINKS / Partij van de Arbeid | 9.81% | 2 |
| VVD | 9.23% | 2 |
| D66 | 6.55% | 1 |
| Voter Turnout | 64.8% | - |
| Final Results Confirmation | March 26, 2026 | - |
The municipal council is the local governing body responsible for making decisions on issues like housing, infrastructure, and social services in Heerde. The Central Electoral Committee oversees the election process to ensure fairness and transparency.
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Results of the 2026 municipal council elections
On Wednesday, March 18, the municipal council elections took place. This election was also held in the municipality of Heerde. The provisional results are provided below. On March 26, the final results will be officially confirmed during a public meeting by the Central Electoral Committee (at 10:00 AM in the town hall, Dorpsstraat 1, Heerde).
Gemeentebelang – Boeren Partij 38.33%, 6 seats
CDA 19.14%, 3 seats
ChristenUnie-SGP 16.95%, 3 seats
GROENLINKS / Partij van de Arbeid 9.81%, 2 seats
VVD 9.23%, 2 seats
D66 6.55%, 1 seat
Voter turnout: 64.8%