Friday, 17 July 2026

The Brussels Government has given its green light in first reading to a reform of the Low Emission Zone. The measure is part of a wider package announced by the regional government that also includes taxation, STIB, an open-air swimming pool and the Canopy Plan.

The Asylum Minister is cutting 700 additional reception places in Brussels. Brussels aid groups warn that tents and sleeping bags will appear in the city after the reception cuts.

Brussels is set to approve recommendations for the controversial Metro 3 project. The decision keeps one of the capital's biggest mobility files on the regional agenda.

A special commissioner will be sent to the Foyer Anderlechtois. The move targets the Anderlecht public housing body and raises the question of what mission the commissioner will carry out there.

One in four children in Brussels risks dropping out of high school. The figure points to a major education and social challenge for the capital's families and public authorities.

A major clean-up campaign is underway at Brussels-Midi station. The operation concerns one of the capital's busiest transport hubs and a key gateway for commuters and travellers.

Air quality has improved in the capital, bringing good news for Brussels residents. The improvement gives the city a concrete environmental gain after years of concern over urban pollution.

Tributes have been paid to six workers who lost their lives in the Brussels OXY building fire. The remembrance focuses on the workers killed in the blaze at the Brussels building site.