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Willibrord van Beek

b. 1949

Dutch politician (born 1949)

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About Willibrord van Beek

Born 1949. Willibrord van Beek is a Dutch politician.

Willibrordus Ildefonsus Ignatius "Willibrord" van Beek (born 15 January 1949) is a retired Dutch politician and financial adviser. He is a member of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD).

As a member of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (Volkspartij voor Vrijheid en Democratie, VVD) he was a member of the House of Representatives from 19 May 1998 to 19 September 2012. From 8 March until 29 June 2006 he was parliamentary leader. He focused on matters of public administration, administrative law and defence.

Between October 2012 and 15 September 2013 he was Acting Mayor of Bernheze; he served until his appointment as the King's Commissioner of Utrecht. He served in an acting capacity until 1 January 2015; on 1 February 2019, he was succeeded by Hans Oosters.

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Important facts

Born
15 January 1949, Amsterdam
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Kingdom of the Netherlands
Education
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences, Bachelor of Economics, Hogeschool van Amsterdam
Positions held
Member of the House of Representatives of the Netherlands, King's or Queen's Commissioner, Mayor of Gennep
Awards
Knight of the Order of Orange-Nassau

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Willibrord van Beek?

Dutch politician (born 1949)

When was Willibrord van Beek born?

Willibrord van Beek was born on 15 January 1949 in Amsterdam.

What is Willibrord van Beek's occupation?

Willibrord van Beek is a politician.

What nationality is Willibrord van Beek?

Willibrord van Beek is Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Willibrord van Beek

· Wikidata: Q2163334

· DBpedia: Willibrord van Beek

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