Venlo welcomes 39 new and returning council members after March elections
Venlo’s municipal council has been renewed with 16 fresh faces joining 23 returning members, shaping local policies for the next four years. Residents can expect changes in priorities as 12 political parties now represent their voices in city decisions.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Council Members | 39 |
| New Members | 16 |
| Returning Members | 23 |
| Political Parties | 12 |
| Largest Party | CDA (7 seats) |
| Election Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Installation Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Mayor Administering | Antoin Scholten |
| Source | Nu Venlo (published 2 April 2026) |
The municipal council of Venlo is the local governing body responsible for making decisions on city policies, budgets, and community projects. Its composition, determined by elections, directly influences how Venlo addresses issues like housing, infrastructure, and public services.
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Installation of new Venlo municipal council
On Wednesday, 1 April, the new municipal council of Venlo was installed. During a special council meeting, 39 council members took the oath or promise, administered by Mayor Antoin Scholten.
Of the 39 members of the new municipal council, 23 returned and 16 new members were installed. The members were elected following the municipal elections on 18 March 2026 and are divided among 12 political parties. The seat distribution in the new municipal council is as follows:
- CDA: 7
- Pro Venlo (formerly GroenLinks/PvdA): 6
- EENLokaal: 6
- Venloos Burger Initiatief: 5
- D66: 3
- Venlose Senioren Partij: 3
- Partij voor de Vrijheid: 2
- Veur Groeët Venlo: 2
- VVD: 2
- Forum voor Democratie: 1
- Denk: 1
- SP: 1
This news item was published on Thursday, 2 April 2026 at 11:27 on Nu Venlo