VVD wins big in 2026 municipal elections as voter turnout dips below 55%
The 2026 municipal council elections saw the VVD emerge as the largest party, securing 8 seats. With voter turnout at just 53%, local governance will now reflect shifting political preferences, impacting community policies and budgets for the next four years.
| Party | Percentage | Seats | Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| GroenLinks/PvdA | 14.2% | 5 | 4,621 |
| VVD | 21.3% | 8 | 6,925 |
| GBLV | 13.7% | 5 | 4,432 |
| D66 | 17.5% | 7 | 5,668 |
| CDA | 11.1% | 4 | 3,593 |
| SP | 3.3% | 1 | 1,074 |
| ChristenUnie | 2.1% | 0 | 673 |
| Volt | 3.7% | 1 | 1,192 |
| Aandacht-LV | 9.1% | 3 | 2,967 |
| Party for the Animals | 4.0% | 1 | 1,292 |
Other Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Voter Turnout | 53% |
| Total Valid Votes | 32,437 |
| Blank Votes | 119 |
| Invalid Votes | 103 |
Municipal councils play a crucial role in local governance, shaping policies on housing, infrastructure, and public services. The elected members will now form coalitions to address community needs and allocate budgets for the next four years.
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Preliminary results of municipal council elections
On March 18, 2026, the municipal council elections took place. Below are the preliminary results of the election.
Voter turnout: 53%
Preliminary results per party
GroenLinks/PvdA: 14.2% (5 seats, 4,621 votes)
VVD: 21.3% (8 seats, 6,925 votes)
GBLV: 13.7% (5 seats, 4,432 votes)
D66: 17.5% (7 seats, 5,668 votes)
CDA: 11.1% (4 seats, 3,593 votes)
SP: 3.3% (1 seat, 1,074 votes)
ChristenUnie: 2.1% (673 votes)
Volt: 3.7% (1 seat, 1,192 votes)
Aandacht-LV: 9.1% (3 seats, 2,967 votes)
Party for the Animals: 4.0% (1 seat, 1,292 votes)
- Total valid votes: 32,437
- Blank votes: 119
- Invalid votes: 103