There will be an experiment with a new ballot paper that is easier, faster and also electronically countable. This is reported by the Association of Dutch Municipalities (VNG). The association hopes that the banknote can already be tested during next year’s municipal elections.
“We have long been a strong advocate of the introduction of a new model of ballot paper that can be counted more easily, faster and electronically. The last elections to the House of Representatives once again showed that the current ballot paper is difficult for both polling station members and many (groups of) voters. manageable,” the VNG said.
“The size of the current ballot paper increases the chance of errors in the counting. Moreover, the current ballot paper cannot be counted electronically. With a view to improving the quality of the voting and counting process, it is important to take steps towards a better and more manageable ballot paper,” says the VNG.
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