--- title: "Brussels Daily Press Review — 2026-06-09" date: 2026-06-09 lang: en summary: "Top Brussels news for 2026-06-09: local politics, security, and daily life across the 19 communes." tags: ["news","brussels","press-review"] image: "/news/covers/2026/06/2026-06-09-cover.png" --- # Brussels Daily Press Review — 2026-06-09 ## TL;DR Main Brussels stories today: - The indictment chamber will rule on Wednesday on whether public prosecution ends after the death of Étienne Davignon. - A VUB study has produced a breakthrough in pancreatic cancer research. - The Dutch-speaking Prinses Paolaschool renovation in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert has been cancelled, with the opposition accusing the commune of deliberately blocking the file. - A planned inquiry into Anderlechtse Haard is being framed as a chance to tackle clientelism in social housing. ## 🌤️ Weather Brussels: 🌤️ +15°C ## Security & Justice Eight judicial arrests were made after incidents during Monday’s demonstration. Sources: - [Huit arrestations judiciaires après des incidents lors de la manifestation de lundi - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/huit-arrestations-judiciaires-apres-des-incidents-lors-de-la-manifestation-de-lundi/) - [Manifestation contre les violences policières: huit arrestations judiciaires dans le... - RTBF](https://www.rtbf.be/article/manifestation-contre-les-violences-policieres-huit-arrestations-judiciaires-dans-le-centre-de-bruxelles-11737548) Two explosions at front doors disturbed Anderlecht overnight. Brussels firefighters reported an explosion in a residential block on Karveelstraat from Monday night to Tuesday, with no injuries. Source: - [Anderlecht vannacht opgeschrikt door twee explosies aan voordeuren - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/veiligheid/woonblok-peterboswijk-opgeschrikt-door-ontploffing-2026-06-09) Police pursued suspected car thieves from Molenbeek to Puurs, where the vehicle crashed. Both occupants of the suspected stolen car were arrested. Source: - [Politie achtervolgt autodieven van Molenbeek tot Puurs, waar het voertuig crasht - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/veiligheid/politie-achtervolgt-autodieven-van-molenbeek-tot-puurs-waar-het-voertuig-crasht-2026-06-09) Protests over cuts in Francophone education have continued to cause unrest in central Brussels. Police have repeatedly used water cannon and tear gas, and street furniture has been damaged. Source: - [LIVE: Rellen en protesten in Brussel na besparingen in Franstalig onderwijs - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/samenleving/live-protest-franstalig-onderwijs-2026-06-09) Police seized Molotov cocktails during Monday’s protest, and eight people were arrested. Source: - [Molotov cocktails seized by police during Monday's protest, eight arrested - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/2180858/molotov-cocktails-seized-by-police-during-mondays-protest-eight-arrested/) ## Politics Francophone Education Minister Valérie Glatigny has ruled out cancelling exams despite anger in the education sector. Source: - [Colère dans l’enseignement : la ministre Glatigny écarte toute annulation des épreuve... - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/colere-dans-lenseignement-la-ministre-glatigny-ecarte-toute-annulation-des-epreuves-certificatives-externes/) Francophone Education Minister Valérie Glatigny said no school had asked for exams to be postponed. Source: - [Franstalig minister Glatigny: Geen enkele school heeft gevraagd om examens uit te ste... - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/onderwijs/franstalig-minister-glatigny-geen-enkele-school-heeft-gevraagd-om-examens-uit-te-stellen-2026-06-09) Francophone Education Minister Valérie Glatigny says she wants to rebuild ties with teachers and students. Source: - [Francophone Education Minister seeks to 'rebuild ties' with teachers and students - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/2179143/francophone-education-minister-seeks-to-rebuild-ties-with-teachers-and-students/) ## Transport Uber is launching a new Brussels transport offer for people with reduced mobility. Source: - [Transport des PMR : Uber lance une nouvelle offre à Bruxelles - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/transport-des-pmr-uber-lance-une-nouvelle-offre-a-bruxelles/) A car fell from a bridge into the Botanical Garden tunnel, injuring the driver, who managed to escape the wreck. Camera images showed the car on its side blocking the tunnel. Source: - [Auto valt vanop brug in Kruidtuintunnel: bestuurder gewond maar ontsnapt zelf uit wrak - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/mobiliteit/kruidtuintunnel-en-rogiertunnel-afgesloten-door-ongeval-waarbij-auto-tunnel-gevallen-2026-06-09) A new private transport service for wheelchair users is being launched in Brussels. Source: - [Un nouveau service privé de transport dédié aux personnes en fauteuil roulant fait so... - RTBF](https://www.rtbf.be/article/un-nouveau-service-prive-de-transport-dedie-aux-personnes-en-fauteuil-roulant-fait-son-apparition-a-bruxelles-11737563) Brussels users can now book wheelchair-accessible Uber vehicles. Source: - [Brussels users can now book wheelchair-accessible Uber vehicles - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/2180907/brussels-users-can-now-book-wheelchair-accessible-uber-vehicles/) STIB has dismissed three drivers since 2023 after positive alcohol tests. Brussels Mobility Minister Elke Van den Brandt gave the figure in the Brussels Parliament on Tuesday. Source: - [Drie chauffeurs van de MIVB ontslagen voor positieve alcoholcontrole sinds 2023 - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/mobiliteit/drie-chauffeurs-van-de-mivb-ontslagen-voor-positieve-alcoholcontrole-sinds-2023-2026-06-09) A car plunged from a bridge into a Brussels tunnel, causing long delays. Source: - [Car plunges off bridge into Brussels tunnel causing long delays - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/2180732/car-plunges-off-bridge-into-brussels-tunnel-driver-injured/) New night trains to Brussels Airport are expected to run from next year. Source: - [New night trains to Brussels Airport to run from next year - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/belgium/2179028/new-night-trains-to-brussels-airport-to-run-from-next-year/) ## Environment Brussels Environment says the transition toward a greener and fairer city is one of its key goals. Source: - [La transition vers une ville plus verte et plus juste : objectif de Bruxelles Environ... - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/la-transition-vers-une-ville-plus-verte-et-plus-juste-objectif-de-bruxelles-environnement/) Brussels Environment’s annual report says the number of cyclists has tripled in 15 years. Source: - [Trois fois plus de cyclistes en 15 ans : Bruxelles environnement publie son rapport a... - RTBF](https://www.rtbf.be/article/l-objectif-de-bruxelles-environnement-c-est-une-ville-plus-verte-et-plus-juste-11737568) Brussels is accelerating its push for a greener and fairer city, according to the annual report. Source: - [Brussels accelerates push for greener and fairer city, annual report says - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/2180904/brussels-accelerates-push-for-greener-and-fairer-city-annual-report-says/) Climate group Extinction Rebellion blocked the Brussels offices of an oil and gas lobby group. Source: - [Climate group Extinction Rebellion blocks oil and gas lobby group's Brussels offices - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/brussels-2/2179101/climate-group-extinction-rebellion-blocks-oil-and-gas-lobby-groups-brussels-offices/) ## Society Following the death of Étienne Davignon, the indictment chamber will decide on Wednesday whether public prosecution should be extinguished. Source: - [Décès d’Étienne Davignon : la chambre des mises statuera ce mercredi sur l’extinction... - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/deces-detienne-davignon-la-chambre-des-mises-statuera-ce-mercredi-sur-lextinction-de-laction-publique/) A VUB study has produced a breakthrough in pancreatic cancer research. Source: - [Doorbraak in onderzoek naar pancreaskanker dankzij studie VUB - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/wetenschap/doorbraak-onderzoek-naar-pancreaskanker-dankzij-studie-vub-2026-06-09) The planned full renovation of the Dutch-speaking Prinses Paolaschool in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert has been cancelled. The opposition says the municipal team around mayor Olivier Maingain deliberately mishandled a file that had been discussed since 1996. Source: - [Toch geen renovatie voor Nederlandstalige Prinses Paolaschool: ‘Doelbewust verhinderd’ - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/stedenbouw/toch-geen-renovatie-voor-nederlandstalige-prinses-paolaschool-doelbewust-verhinderd-2026-06-09) An inquiry committee into Anderlechtse Haard will go ahead. The case is being presented as an opportunity to reset social housing practices and curb clientelism. Source: - [Anderlechtse Haard: Maak komaf met het cliëntelisme - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/samenleving/anderlechtse-haard-maak-komaf-met-het-clientelisme-2026-06-09) A social rental agency in Saint-Josse allegedly favoured relatives and friends. The AISSJ agency managed more than 200 homes in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode until the end of 2025. Source: - [Sociaalverhuurkantoor bevoordeelde eigen familie en vrienden in Sint-Joost - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/samenleving/sociaal-verhuurkantoor-bevoordeelde-eigen-familie-en-vrienden-sint-joost-2026-06-09) A Brussels property overview identifies the most and least expensive areas to buy an apartment. Source: - [The most and least expensive areas to buy an apartment in Brussels - Brussels Times](https://www.brusselstimes.com/brussels/2179391/the-most-and-least-expensive-areas-to-buy-an-apartment-in-brussels-and-what-property-trends-reveal/) ## Culture Troika Dance is returning for a seventh edition in the heart of Brussels. Source: - [Troika dance revient pour une 7e édition au coeur de Bruxelles - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/troika-dance-revient-pour-une-7e-edition-au-coeur-de-bruxelles/) The Mozaïk festival is taking shape at Os à Moelle. Source: - [Le Mozaïk festival se dessine à l’Os à moelle - BX1](https://bx1.be/categories/news/le-mozaik-festival-se-dessine-a-los-a-moelle/) Four Cinquantenaire institutions are joining forces. The three museums and one arts institution based there plan to strengthen their structural cooperation and improve the visitor experience. Source: - [Vier Jubelparkmusea bundelen de krachten - BRUZZ](https://www.bruzz.be/actua/cultuurnieuws/vier-jubelparkmusea-bundelen-de-krachten-2026-06-09)