"Constructive" opposition running out patience with ministers
Dutch NewsThe leaders of the CDA, SGP, and ChristenUnie opposition parties have warned the coalition government that they are becoming less inclined to cooperate with ministers. The three parties had offered the cabinet a way forward on two key policy issues—education and value-added tax increases—by pledging their support in the senate, where the coalition lacks a majority. “I thought these parties would be professional about their work,” said CDA leader Henri Bontebal. Nieuwsuur correspondent Arjan Noorlander notes that the coalition is rapidly losing the goodwill of what he called the “constructive opposition.” This could pose challenges for other contentious issues, including the spring financial statement, migration, housing, and nitrogen policy, he said. During Thursday’s debate, Faber frustrated MPs across the political spectrum by refusing to discuss possible changes, stating, “I have said what I have got to say, and you’ll have to make do with that.” SGP leader Chris Stoffer said that 5% to 10% of the plans need to be revised.
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