The PVV, headed by Geert Wilders, also won the most votes in the last election in November 2023. It then partnered with three other far-right parties – the Farmer-Citizen Movement (BBB), New Social Contract (NSC), and the People’s Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD) – to form a coalition government.
With Geert Wilders's far-right party leading in the polls one week ahead of the October 29 legislative elections, the country is divided over hosting asylum seekers, even though their numbers actually decreased between 2023 and 2024.
The Netherlands goes to the polls on October 29 to elect a new government. We asked you what issues you wanted us to cover, and immigration, racism and discrimination were among the main subjects. Immigration was the issue that dominated the last election campaign and propelled Geert Wilders’ far-right PVV party to its best ever result of 37 seats,
In answering the question, Spack brought up the McGrath Square redevelopment project, which includes the removal of a house at the corner of Concord Road and Danforth Street. She also challenged Ward on his statement that he believes in open, clear and inclusive government.
Housing shortages, immigration, and the climate crisis are top concerns for Amsterdam voters ahead of the October 29 Tweede Kamer elections, a new AT5 survey of nearly 2,100 residents shows.
The Netherlands will hold a general election on October 29 after the previous government collapsed. Geert Wilders' far-right PVV leads polls though some support has shifted to Christian Democrats. Here is what you need to know about the election: WHAT'S AT STAKE?
A national election in the Netherlands next week presents voters with a choice between doubling down on far-right leader Geert Wilders to stop immigration, or turning to his centrist rivals to address their concerns about housing and security.