Politics

Political parties in Eindhoven are pushing for more public toilets after women faced 30-minute waits during last year's carnival. The proposal includes free facilities, accessible options for disabled visitors, and gender-neutral toilets for major city events. As the festival kicks off next Friday, councillors hope to avoid the long queues seen in previous years.

The Netherlands' new minority government has finalised its ministerial berths , with D66, VVD, and CDA dividing key roles to tackle major national challenges.

Residents across the country will vote in municipal elections on 18 March 2026 to choose their local representatives. It's noteworthy, that internationals who have resided more than 5 years in the Netehrlands are eligible to vote.

Mayor Alexander Pechtold has issued a formal apology for an unlawful investigation into Delft's Islamic community. The move has been welcomed by the Al-Ansaar Foundation, ending a period of tension and allowing the city and the mosque to begin rebuilding their relationship.

Wealth experts have raised the alarm over the Dutch government’s new asset tax plans, warning of legal loopholes and unfair costs for investors. The proposed 2028 system could see taxpayers paying for "recoveries" rather than actual profits, potentially leading to forced property sales.

Consumer price growth in the eurozone has dropped to 1.7 percent, falling below the official target set by the European Central Bank. While energy prices drove the decline, experts are now looking toward Thursday's interest rate decision for the next steps in monetary policy.

The 2026 Dutch coalition speeds up Brainport housing construction while boosting education and R&D funding. New rules limit objections and push universities and firms to build homes, sparking debate over homelessness risks. Eindhoven, Veldhoven and Helmond stand to gain across key challenges.

At the Nightlife Debate in Eindhoven, eleven political parties agreed that the city needs more space and funding for nightlife. Many want higher cultural budgets and fewer red tape for organisers.