Party leader debate 2026

In the run-up to the municipal elections, the municipal council is organizing a party leader debate on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Vestzaktheater in the Dommelhuis.

The party leader debate offers residents the opportunity to learn about the positions of the participating parties and to orient themselves towards the municipal elections.

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During the debate, the leaders of Dorpsvisie, CDA, VVD, GroenLinks/PvdA, D66, and Zij aan Zet will discuss current and relevant topics. The evening will be moderated by Jan Waalen.

The debate will consist of six rounds of discussion, each with its own theme. For each theme, one party leader will give a short pitch, followed by a round of debate. There will also be time for questions from the audience.

Practical information

  • Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
  • Location: Vestzaktheater – Dommelhuis, Son en Breugel
  • Doors open: 7:30 p.m.
  • Start of debate: 8:00 p.m.
  • Conclusion: approximately 9:45 p.m., followed by an opportunity for further discussion

Various local media outlets and organizations are contributing to the party leader debate:

  • In the run-up to the debate, Radio Son en Breugel will be focusing on the municipal elections with radio debates between party leaders, in which two party leaders will engage in conversation with each other. Radio Son en Breugel will also be broadcasting the debate live on March 16.
  • Son en Breugel Verbindt will provide a live broadcast with images of the debate.
  • Mooi Son en Breugel and Ons Son en Breugel contribute to the communication and dissemination of information surrounding the debate.
  • Dommeldal Library incorporates the debate and elections into its communications and activities and registers the registrations.

Register
Residents who wish to attend the party leader debate can register using the button at the top of this page. Registration is not mandatory, but is appreciated in order to get a good idea of the expected turnout.

Further information about the content themes and broadcasts will be announced at a later date.