Liesbeth van Tongeren
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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.
In this Dutch name, the surname is van Tongeren, not Tongeren.
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Liesbeth van Tongeren | |
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Member of the House of Representatives | |
In office 17 June 2010 – 13 June 2018 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1958-03-31) 31 March 1958 (age 66) Vlaardingen |
Nationality | Dutch |
Political party | GreenLeft |
Occupation | Politician |
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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]