Chamber decides: no more de facto new elections in case of cabinet collapse

The Dutch Parliament has decided that new elections will no longer be automatically called after a cabinet falls. Instead, MPs will first discuss the possibility of forming a new coalition. This change, initiated by a motion from Mirjam Bikker, aims to stabilize the political landscape, as previous practices led to frequent elections. The motion received support from coalition parties D66, VVD, and CDA, who are currently facing internal divisions and potential cabinet collapse. The new approach allows for a more measured response to cabinet failures, contrasting with the previous tradition of immediate elections.