haarlemMar 12, 2026, 12:00

What you need to know about the municipal elections

Municipal elections in Haarlem will take place on March 18, 2026, with 89 polling stations open from 7:30 to 21:00 for residents to vote on local policy. The article provides essential information on voting requirements, accessibility services for people with disabilities, and the schedule for counting votes and announcing the results. Citizens can also use the MijnStem voting aid to compare political party positions before casting their ballots.

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