Liesbeth van Tongeren (born 31 March 1958 in Vlaardingen) is a Dutch politician, and former civil servant and director of Greenpeace Netherlands (2003–2010).[1] As a member of GroenLinks, she was a member of the House of Representatives from 17 June 2010 to 13 June 2018. She focuses on matters of climate, energy, spatial planning, conservation and traffic. On 7 June 2018, she was appointed alderwoman of The Hague. Her portfolio as alderwoman consists of sustainability and energy transition.
Liesbeth van Tongeren | |
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Member of the House of Representatives | |
In office 17 June 2010 – 13 June 2018 | |
Personal details | |
Born | Vlaardingen | 31 March 1958
Nationality | Dutch |
Political party | GreenLeft |
Occupation | Politician |
Van Tongeren grew up in Almelo and obtained an LL.B. from VU University Amsterdam and an LL.M. in international law from the University of Amsterdam.[2]
References
edit- (in Dutch) Parlement.com biography
- ^ Florentine van Lookeren Campagne (15 September 2010). "Liesbeth van Tongeren: 'Voor het grote geld heb ik nooit gekozen'". Intermediair. Retrieved 7 October 2012.
- ^ "Liesbeth van Tongeren gaf volksdansles op een camping | Intermediair.nl". intermediair.nl. 8 February 2015. Archived from the original on 8 February 2015. Retrieved 8 February 2024.
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