Lijst Smolders Tilburg wins 2026 municipal elections with 17.3% of the vote
Tilburg's political landscape shifts as Lijst Smolders Tilburg emerges as the largest party in the 2026 municipal elections, securing 17.3% of the vote. Residents can expect changes in local governance and policy priorities as the new council takes shape.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Winning Party | Lijst Smolders Tilburg (LST) |
| Winning Party Vote Share | 17.3% |
| Runner-up | GroenLinks/PvdA |
| Runner-up Vote Share | 15.9% |
| Other Winners | VVD, 50 Plus, CDA, Lokaal Tilburg, FvD |
| Final Results Date | March 26, 2026 |
| Municipality | Tilburg |
| Election Year | 2026 |
The municipality of Tilburg is responsible for local governance, including policy-making, urban development, and public services. The municipal council, elected by residents, plays a crucial role in shaping the city's future through legislation and oversight.
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Results of the 2026 municipal elections
Lijst Smolders Tilburg (LST) is the largest party in the municipality of Tilburg based on the provisional results. The party secured 17.3% of the votes, surpassing GroenLinks/PvdA, which received 15.9% of the votes.
Provisional results
Lijst Smolders Tilburg is the largest party in the municipality of Tilburg based on the provisional results. Other winners include: VVD, 50 Plus, CDA, Lokaal Tilburg, and Forum voor Democratie. On Thursday, March 26, the Central Electoral Committee will finalize the election results and allocate the seats.
Keep an eye on the elections page in the coming days for all minutes per polling station.
* Due to coronavirus measures, voting could also take place on Monday and Tuesday in 2022. Those voters have been included in the 10:00 a.m. figures.
Live blog
A live blog is being maintained on the Council's website. You can read the blog via this link.