According to him, the debate should be about themes such as PFAS, pensions, renovation premiums and air quality, not about his person. According to Dhondt, a new chairman can provide a fresh start. The party board will soon decide when new presidential elections will take place.

Previously, Natacha Waldmann resigned as vice-chairman, the Ostend woman was Dhondt’s ‘running mate’ at the time in the battle for the chairmanship.

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