The formation process is taking too long, says Senate Chairman Ankie Broekers-Knol. The elections for parliament were on 15 March, but the VVD (Liberals), CDA (Christian Democrats), D66 (Liberal Democrats) and Christenunie (Christian Conservatives) have been negotiating since the end of June on the formation of a new cabinet. Broekers-Knol finds it 'worrisome' if this would result in a detailed formation agreement: 'Democracy flourishes under a good debate. If that debate is already concluded with a two-hundred-page document, it will - and this is my personal opinion - not advance democracy.'
Tech & Rights
Dutch Senate Leader Warns of Threats to Democracy in Cabinet Formation Delay
The formation process is taking too long, says Senate Chairman Ankie Broekers-Knol. The elections for parliament were on 15 March, but the VVD (Liberals), CDA (Christian Democrats), D66 (Liberal Democrats) and...
by PILP
Donate to liberties
Your contribution matters
As a watchdog organisation, Liberties reminds politicians that respect for human rights is non-negotiable. We're determined to keep championing your civil liberties, will you stand with us? Every donation, big or small, counts.
We’re grateful to all our supporters
Your contributions help us in the following ways
► Liberties remains independent
► It provides a stable income, enabling us to plan long-term
► We decide our mission, so we can focus on the causes that matter
► It makes us stronger and more impactful
Your contribution matters
As a watchdog organisation, Liberties reminds politicians that respect for human rights is non-negotiable. We're determined to keep championing your civil liberties, will you stand with us? Every donation, big or small, counts.
Subscribe to stay in
the loop
Why should I?
You will get the latest reports before anyone else!
You can follow what we are doing for your rights!
You will know about our achivements!