Almere, Netherlands, has seen a significant shift in its political landscape following municipal elections held on March 18, 2026. GroenLinks-PvdA (GreenLeft-Labour Party) emerged as the largest party, securing eight seats on the 45-member city council. This marks a notable change from the 2022 elections, where the VVD (People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy) held the … Read more
Koudekerk aan den Rijn, a village grappling with an aging population, finds itself at a crossroads regarding much-needed housing development. A promise made four years ago – to begin construction on at least 300 homes – remains largely unfulfilled, sparking debate among local political parties. The issue came to a head during a televised debate … Read more
Leiderdorp, Netherlands – A wave of vandalism targeting political campaign materials has swept through the Dutch municipality of Leiderdorp, raising concerns about the tone of the upcoming local elections. Several campaign posters have been defaced, with the name of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV) – a party not even participating in the Leiderdorp elections … Read more