DUTCH BROADCASTER TO CONTINUE WITH TELEVISED ELECTION DEBATE WITHOUT VVD AND PVV

"We found that many voters are looking for and need more information. They actively ask us for it", RTL Nieuws director Harm Tasselaar said. "Also from among the political parties there is a widely shared desire to cross swords and inform voters about their main views during prime time. We see it as our job to meet that need. "