Femke Halsema steps down as GroenLinks leader and MP
Femke Halsema, leader of the left-wing green party GroenLinks, will not return to politics after the Christmas break.
Halsema said last month in an interview this is her last term in parliament but the sudden resignation has surprised commentators.
Halsema is holding a press conference at 13.30 hours
Thank you for donating to DutchNews.nl.
We could not provide the Dutch News service, and keep it free of charge, without the generous support of our readers. Your donations allow us to report on issues you tell us matter, and provide you with a summary of the most important Dutch news each day.
Make a donation