Several thousand people had gathered in a central square in The Hague, although only one demonstration of 200 people was allowed. Because participants had not adhered to the Corona rules, the event was ended by the police. Water cannons were also used.
Protesters attacked the police with heavy fireworks and an officer had to fire a warning shot, the police reported. About 20 people were arrested.
Mounted police were also on duty
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Corona lockdown elections
Around 13 million eligible voters are called upon to designate a new parliament for the Netherlands in the coming days. Because of the pandemic, some polling stations will open for older people and members of risk groups as early as Monday. The main election day is Wednesday.
Prime Minister Mark Rutte can hope for his re-election
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In the polls, the right-wing liberal VVD of Prime Minister Mark Rutte is the undisputed leader. The election campaign had been dominated by the pandemic. The curfew as part of the lockdown will also be maintained during the three election days. However, there are exemptions for voters and employees of the polling stations. It is the first major vote on a European government’s crisis policy.
cwo / rb (dpa, afp)
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