Dutch politics

Dutch politics operates within a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy. The country has multiple political parties, with no single party usually gaining a majority. This leads to coalition governments. The Parliament consists of two chambers: the House of Representatives, which proposes laws, and the Senate, which reviews them. The Prime Minister heads the government, supported by ministers. Key issues in Dutch politics include social welfare, climate change, and immigration. Elections are held every four years, and citizens have a strong tradition of political participation, reflecting the Netherlands' values of consensus and social democracy.