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Richard Biefnot
Communal Councillor in Mons
In office
1983–2009
Member of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives
In office
1995–1999
Preceded by Elio Di Rupo
Member of the Parliament of Wallonia and the French Community of Belgium
In office
1999–2004
Provincial Councillor of the Hainaut Province
In office
2004–2009
Personal details
Born 24 March 1949
Mons, Belgium
Died 18 August 2020(2020-08-18) (aged 71)
Political party PS

Richard Biefnot (born March 24, 1949 – died August 18, 2020) was a politician from Belgium. He was a member of the Socialist Party, a major political group in Belgium. During his career, he served in important roles in the Belgian government.

About Richard Biefnot

Richard Biefnot was born in Mons, Belgium, in 1949. He worked as an advisor on money matters and social issues. He also led the Centre de délassement du Grand Large, a recreation center in Mons.

His Political Career

Richard Biefnot held several important positions in Belgian politics:

  • He was a Communal Councillor in Mons from 1983 to 2009. This means he helped make decisions for the local community.
  • From 1995 to 1999, he was a member of the Belgian Chamber of Representatives. This is like being a member of the national parliament, where laws are made for the whole country.
  • He also served in the Parliament of Wallonia and the French Community of Belgium from 1999 to 2004. These are regional parliaments that handle specific issues for parts of Belgium.
  • Later, from 2004 to 2009, he was a Provincial Councillor for the Hainaut Province. This role involved working on issues for a larger region within Belgium.

Richard Biefnot passed away on August 18, 2020, at the age of 71.

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