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19-473: In 2011, Lede had a population of 17,882 and area of 29.69 km, a population density of 575 inhabitants per km. The current mayor of Lede is Geertrui Van de Velde ( CD&V ). The meaning of the name 'Lede' comes from the Dutch word 'Ledenaars' which means 'The Proud Farmers' The municipality comprises the sub-municipalities of Impe, Lede proper, Oordegem, Smetlede, Wanzele, and the hamlet of Papegem . All

38-494: Is a Flemish party that follows the principle of Christian democracy . Its core values include the importance of the family , promoting a respectful and warm society, and recognizing the intrinsic value of each individual. The party places a strong emphasis on well-being and health care , as well as the pursuit of an equitable income for all citizens. However, on the ethical front, CD&V holds conservative positions, particularly on issues such as abortion and euthanasia , where

57-589: Is also here. The community is known for its fields, woods, horses and hiking/jogging trails. One such nature area is the 'Vallei van de Serskampse Beek.' Christen-Democratisch en Vlaams Christian Democratic and Flemish ( Dutch : Christen-Democratisch en Vlaams , pronounced [ˌkrɪstə(n)deːmoːˈkraːtis ɛɱ ˈvlaːms] ; CD&V ) is a Flemish Christian-democratic political party in Belgium. The party has historical ties to both trade unionism ( ACV ) and trade associations ( UNIZO ) and

76-672: The agricultural sector . Results for the Chamber of Representatives , in percentages for the Kingdom of Belgium. From 1971 tot 1999: CVP figures. 2003: CD&V figures. 2007: CD&V/N-VA figures. From 2010 onwards: CD&V figures. CVP/PSC CVP CD&V Until 1968 this lists gives the president of the Flemish part of the unitary CVP/PSC. The party changed its name from CVP to CD&V on 29 September 2001. Herman Van Rompuy Too Many Requests If you report this error to

95-592: The president of the European Council from 2009 to 2014, is one of the leading politicians of CD&V. CD&V is a member of the European People's Party (EPP) and Centrist Democrat International . The history of the CD&;V dates back to the 19th century. It originated in the 19th century Catholic Party . At the end of the century, the new fraction of Christian democrats shifted the focus of

114-578: The European Council . Afterwards, Yves Leterme led his second government . In June 2009, Flemish elections were held and the CD&V remained the largest party of Flanders. Kris Peeters stayed as Flemish minister-president . The party also remained the largest Flemish party in the European Parliament after the 2009 European elections . In 2010, the Open Flemish Liberals and Democrats (Open VLD) decided to step out of

133-663: The Farmer's League. Until 2001, the party was named the Christian People's Party ( Christelijke Volkspartij , CVP ). It was traditionally the largest political party of Flanders, until it was overtaken by the New Flemish Alliance (N-VA) in the 2010s. CD&V participated in most governments and has generally the largest number of mayors. Most prime ministers of Belgium and minister-presidents of Flanders have been CD&V politicians. Herman Van Rompuy ,

152-614: The Seven Sorrows ), to which a local legend attributes miraculous powers, such as healing of diseases. The statue attracts many pilgrims . The statue is taken around in a procession during a Sunday in June, after the biannual nine-day festival. The local church, built in 1496, houses the statue. The former Mesen Castle was situated in central Lede. It used to be the residence of the Marquess of Lede until its family line died out in

171-479: The early 19th century. It was used as a private girls' school until it closed in the 1970s. It began to fall into ruins by the 1990s. The local authorities began to demolish parts of the castle in 2010, despite protests from the local population to preserve it. But most of the structure was completely torn down by 2015. The former castle gardens still exist as a park. The economy of Lede consists of agriculture and small businesses, including tourism. A psychiatric clinic

190-626: The federal centre-left coalition, but this time without the Greens. In 2004, Flemish elections were held and the CD&V once more became the largest political party by representation in the Flemish Parliament. Yves Leterme became Flemish minister-president. After successful local elections in 2006, the party became the largest party in the Belgian Chamber of Representatives after the federal elections of 2007 . The CD&V led

209-521: The federal coalition, consequently ending the government. The federal elections of 2010 resulted in a major loss of historic proportions for CD&V, largely due to votes lost to the Flemish-nationalist New Flemish Alliance . In the campaign, former prime minister Yves Leterme took a subtle step aside as frontrunner of the party. The president of the party, Marianne Thyssen , had pre-electorally stated that she

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228-408: The party is reluctant to fast-track relaxations. Combining these conservative ethics with progressive socioeconomic policies, CD&V is often considered a "centre party". In its administrative activities, CD&V nurtures close ties with civil society, including trade unions , professional federations and various associations. In doing so, the party strives to represent the voice of rural areas and

247-678: The party slightly to the left. In the interwar years the party was renamed Catholic Bloc . Then, the Christian Social Party (PSC-CVP) existed from 1945 until 1968. In 1968, the PSC-CVP was split into the French-speaking Christian Social Party (PSC, now Les Engagés ) and Flemish Christian People's Party (Christelijke Volkspartij CVP). In 2001 the CVP changed its name to the CD&V. The party

266-524: The sub-municipalities and also the hamlet are crossed by the Molenbeek . The Lede Formation ( Dutch : Formatie van Lede ; abbreviation: Ld) is a geologic formation in the subsurface of Belgium . The formation is named after Lede. It consists of shallow-marine limestone and sandstone , deposited in the former sea that covered Belgium during the Eocene . The bluestone (for roads) and in particular

285-412: The subsequent coalition talks, which repeatedly stalled (see 2007–2008 Belgian government formation ). On the 20 March 2008, a new federal government was finally assembled, led by Yves Leterme. Kris Peeters subsequently became the next minister-president of Flanders. From 30 December 2008 till 25 November 2009, Herman Van Rompuy led his first cabinet before becoming the first permanent president of

304-532: The yellow-brown calcareous sandstone extracted from quarries in Lede and neighbouring areas, were widely used during the 15th to 18th century as construction material for religious and civil buildings. Lede has its origins going back to the Middle Ages, controlled by various Lordships, especially the 'de Bette' family, ( Marquess of Lede ). The local church, 'Sint-Martinuskerk', was built in 14th Century. A Castle

323-522: Was a candidate to become prime minister. On 6 December 2011, the Di Rupo Government was formed, with the CD&V as the largest Flemish party. During the local elections in 2012 , CD&V managed to remain the largest Flemish party on the local level. It remained in the coalition of all five Flemish provinces and in three quarters of the municipalities. Almost half of these municipalities were subsequently led by CD&V mayors. CD&V

342-566: Was almost continually in power from its establishment until 1999, with the exception of 1954–1958. In 1999, the Flemish Liberals and Democrats (VLD) became the largest party in Belgium, and formed a majority purple government of liberals, social democrats and greens. The same happened in the Flemish Government, but with the addition of Flemish nationalists. In 2003 CD&V again lost the federal elections which continued

361-545: Was built here in the mid-1700s. The Brussels-Ghent railway line was constructed through Lede in 1856. But industrial development remained limited: a few rural breweries, weaving mills, clothing and shoe companies were founded by local families, but all disappeared by the late 20th Century. Lede is known for a statue of the Virgin Mary , inside the Martin's Church, called " Onze-Lieve-Vrouw-van-Zeven-Smarten " ( Our Lady of

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