New municipal council takes shape in Súdwest-Fryslân: key dates and next steps
Súdwest-Fryslân residents will see their local government transform as election results finalize and a new council forms. From vote counting to coalition talks, here’s how your voice shapes the next four years of local policy and leadership.
| Date | Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2026 | Central vote counting | Van der Valk hotel, Sneek | All day |
| March 20, 2026 | Preliminary results at list and candidate level announced | Council chamber | 11:00 AM |
| March 26, 2026 | Final confirmation of election results | Council chamber | 9:00 AM |
| March 30, 2026 | Farewell to outgoing council members | Council chamber | 7:30 PM |
| April 1, 2026 | Installation of new council members (2026–2030 term) | Council chamber | 7:30 PM |
| After April 1 | Information phase and coalition formation begin | Council chamber (public) | Varies |
The municipality of Súdwest-Fryslân oversees local governance, including the organization of municipal elections and the formation of the new council. Its role ensures a transparent transition of power and adherence to democratic processes, directly impacting how local policies and services are shaped for residents.
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After the elections: results, farewell to council members, installation of new council and (in)formation phase
On Wednesday, March 18, the municipal elections were held. The preliminary results per party were announced in the evening on the election website.
What happens next?
Thursday, March 19 | Central vote counting
The counting of all votes per party and candidate. This takes place at the Van der Valk hotel in Sneek and is open to the public.
Friday, March 20, 11:00 AM | Preliminary results at list and candidate level
During a public session of the Municipal Electoral Office (GSB) in the council chamber at 11:00 AM, the preliminary results per party and candidate will be announced. The preliminary results will then be published on the municipality’s website. You are very welcome to attend the session in the council chamber.
Thursday, March 26, 9:00 AM | Final confirmation of election results
During a public session of the Central Electoral Office (CSB) in the council chamber at 9:00 AM, the election results will be verified and confirmed as final. The electoral quotient, seat distribution, and preference votes will also be announced. You are very welcome to attend the session in the council chamber.
Monday, March 30, 7:30 PM | Farewell to council members
This evening marks the farewell of the members of the municipal council. Some of them will return in the new municipal council. You are very welcome to attend the session in the council chamber.
Wednesday, April 1, 7:30 PM | Installation of new council
During this meeting, the newly elected council members for the 2026–2030 term will be installed. You are very welcome to attend the session in the council chamber.
Information phase and coalition formation
The political parties that will be represented in the municipal council will engage in discussions with one another. This process is guided by an informateur, who is appointed by the party that received the most votes. The informateur consults with all parties and then provides advice on which parties are best suited to form a coalition. This advice is discussed in a public council meeting. Following this, the coalition formation phase begins, during which the parties that wish to form a coalition will negotiate on their objectives, the appointment of aldermen, and the areas of responsibility for those aldermen.