The Maastricht Election Series

Description

In the run-up to the Maastricht municipal elections on March 18 2026, the Maastricht Research Centre for Society and Law (MOSaR) hosted The Maastricht Election Series: Local Democracy in Action. This two-part event series offered an accessible introduction to local politics and how the city council shapes daily life in Maastricht.

Municipal politics may feel distant, but city council decisions influence housing, mobility, sustainability, public services and more. These sessions provided an opportunity for both Dutch and international students and staff to learn what’s at stake and engage directly with local political actors. All sessions were held in English and thus open to an international audience.

Session 1: Explaining the City Council
Tuesday March 3 2026 | 18:00 - 19:30 hrs
Learn how the city council works and what’s at stake in the upcoming municipal elections, with room for questions and discussion.

Session 2: Debating the Issues
Tuesday March 10 2026 | 18:30 - 20:00 hrs
A moderated debate on three policy themes between political parties represented in the city council.

Period	3 Mar 2026 → 10 Mar 2026
Event type	Other
Location	Maastricht , NetherlandsShow on map
Degree of Recognition	Regional