The Netherlands to hold election on October 29 after government collapse

Polls indicate a close race between Dutch far-right PVV party and the Labour/Green Left alliance.

Dutch voters will head to the polls on October 29 in snap elections triggered by the dramatic collapse of the right-wing ruling coalition.

Interior Minister Judith Uitermark announced the election date on Friday and said she would coordinate with municipalities to ensure a smooth voting process.

Polls indicate a close race between the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV), led by firebrand Geert Wilders, and the Labour/Green Left alliance, headed by former European Commission Vice President Frans Timmermans.

The centre-right VVD is trailing slightly behind, suggesting a tightly contested vote.