Leader of the Socialist Party (Netherlands)


The Leader of the Socialist Party is the most senior politician within the Socialist Party in the Netherlands. The post is currently held by Lilian Marijnissen, who succeeded Emile Roemer on 13 December 2017.

History

The Leaders outwardly act as the 'figurehead' and the main representative of the party. Within the party, they must ensure political consensus. At election time the Leader is always the Lijsttrekker of the party list. Outside election time the Leader can serve as the Opposition leader. In the Socialist Party the Leader is always the Parliamentary leader in the House of Representatives.