Politics

De Volkspartij voor Vrijheid en Democratie (VVD) Eindhoven has outlined its vision for the city’s future, highlighting a commitment to economic leadership and responsible governance. The...

Eindhoven officials have backed a plan to transform the Maxima hospital site into a hospital and a new urban district with 2,500 homes. The project will see a modern hospital rebuilt alongside high-rise towers for students and the elderly.

The D66 party is under fire for supporting budget cuts that target disability and long-term illness benefits. Although the party claims it wants to protect the vulnerable, it has not explained how reduced funding will improve a struggling assessment system. Opposition parties have condemned the move as a direct financial attack on citizens who cannot work.

Eindhoven councillors have approved ASML's massive expansion at the Brainport Industries Campus alongside major investments in regional infrastructure. The project, which includes new bus lanes and road widening, aims to support 20,000 new jobs while connecting the region through the high-speed Brainport Line.

The (Partij voor de Dieren) is campaigning on a platform of empathy and long-term sustainability for the 2026 elections. The party aims to balance economic growth with the city's social and environmental limits, focusing on everything from animal rights to the impact of major local industries.

A new Eindhoven factory will produce the world’s first industrial-scale photonic chips using 6-inch wafers. This €150 million project secures Europe’s lead in high-tech innovation. It will power future AI systems and 6G networks.

As part of our Eindhoven election round-up, we present what parties stand for and their manifestos in a nutshell. Please note that this content...

Eindhoven has introduced a series of artistic manhole covers designed to look like golden medals. The unique covers celebrate the city's post-war history and feature QR codes that reveal the stories behind iconic local buildings.