Dutch vote in knife-edge snap elections seen as litmus test for far right
Summary
People in the Netherlands are voting in an important election focused on immigration and housing issues. Geert Wilders, a politician with strong views against Islam, and his party may win the most seats, but other moderate parties have a chance too. After the election, parties must negotiate to form a coalition government.Key Facts
- The election involves immigration and housing issues in the Netherlands.
- Geert Wilders and his Freedom Party (PVV) are ahead in the polls.
- Wilders' party needs to work with others due to the proportional representation system.
- Mainstream parties do not want to partner with Wilders.
- The center-left D66 and Labour Party are significant opponents to Wilders.
- Voting started at 7:30 am (06:30 GMT) on Wednesday.
- Polls close at 9 pm (20:00 GMT).
- 27 parties and 1,166 candidates are running for parliament seats.
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