Beverwijk voters boost local representation in municipal elections
Beverwijk's municipal elections saw a notable rise in voter turnout, with 48.29% casting ballots. The new council, led by Samen Lokaal with 7 seats, will shape local policies on housing, safety, and schools for the next four years.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Election Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Voter Turnout | 16,465 voters (48.29% of eligible voters) |
| Turnout Increase | +4.42% compared to 2022 (43.87%) |
| National Average | 53.7% |
| Total Seats | 27 |
| Winning Party | Samen Lokaal (7 seats) |
| Runner-Up | Vrij! (5 seats) |
| Other Parties | GROENLINKS/PvdA, VVD, D66, Forum voor Democratie (3 seats each) |
| New Council Installation | 1 April 2026 |
The Municipality of Beverwijk organizes local elections to determine the composition of its municipal council, which is responsible for decision-making on community issues such as housing, education, and public services. The council’s policies directly influence the daily lives of Beverwijk residents.
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Results of the elections in Beverwijk
Beverwijk held elections for a new municipal council on 18 March. This morning, Mayor Smit announced the final results. In our municipality, a total of 27 seats are up for grabs. Each seat represents one person. The more votes a party receives, the more seats it gains, and the more of its members will be seated in the municipal council.
Voter turnout
16,465 voters cast their ballots, representing 48.29% of eligible voters. This turnout is below the national average (53.7%). However, it is significantly higher than in the previous municipal elections of 2022 (43.87%), an increase of 4.42%.
Seat distribution
Samen Lokaal emerged victorious with 7 seats. Vrij! came in second with 5 seats. They are followed by GROENLINKS / PvdA, VVD, D66, and Forum voor Democratie, each with 3 seats. CDA, DENK, and Ons Beverwijk each secured one seat. BVNL and GroenStaal! failed to win any seats.
Elected candidates
Typically, candidates at the top of the list secure a seat in the municipal council. However, if candidates lower on the list receive significant votes from the electorate, they too may be elected.
Below is an overview of the elected candidates per party:
List 1. Samen Lokaal Beverwijk
- Bal, A.
- Tayfur, N.
- Meijer, M.
- De Jong, S.R.
- Van der Peijl, T.A.F.
- Verreij, M.C.
- Dilber, M.
List 2. GROENLINKS / Partij van de Arbeid (PvdA)
- Ilhan, I.
- Hulscher, T.M.C.
- Heiliegers, M.
List 3. D66
- Makbouli, J.L.
- Van Kampen, J.C.
- Weel, P.J.M.
List 4. VVD
- Heinink, P.
- Middendorp, B.H.
- Geel, Q.A.
List 5. VRIJ!
- Uiterwijk, K.
- Backer, J.A.L.
- Davidson, G.B.
- Waijers, R.S.A.
- Taskin, V.
List 6. CDA
- Hekman, M.
List 7. Forum voor Democratie
- Nijman, M.
- Duiker, A.M.
- Flury, F.C.
List 8. Ons Beverwijk
- Rood, I.
List 10. DENK
- Aktaş, Ç.
Installation of the new council
The new council will be installed on Wednesday, 1 April, and will govern our municipality for the next four years. Together, they will develop plans for our community, including housing, schools, parking spaces, waste collection, local safety, financial assistance, and much more.