Yesterday in Belgium, the nation faced a mix of challenges and developments, from discussions on the upcoming e-scooter ban in Brussels to the reopening of Lovendegem Recycling Park after fire damage. Meanwhile, the weather forecast hinted at a third official heatwave approaching, prompting residents to prepare for warmer days ahead.
In Gelsenkirchen, Germany, two trams collided, injuring up to thirty people. Seven victims are seriously injured, with three in critical condition, according to police.
This weekend, federal police will intensify speed checks for 24 hours, from Saturday, August 8 at 6:00 AM to Sunday, August 9 at 6:00 AM, as part of the 25th speed marathon.
The Brussels-Capital Region will remove shared e-scooters from its streets by September 1, 2023, following a decision by the Brussels Government to ban them entirely by January 1, 2027. This move has elicited mixed reactions from the public, with some welcoming the change while others express frustration.
The Belgian Constitutional Court has ruled that taxpayers in their first dispute with the tax authorities can retroactively apply the right to make a mistake in tax matters. This decision, made on June 18, aims to provide relief for those facing tax disputes for the first time.
Temperatures in Belgium will soon exceed 30 degrees, ending the current cool period. Meteorologist David Dehenauw questions the possibility of a third heatwave and the return of rain.
About 45% of inmates in Belgian prisons are foreign nationals, with 31% undocumented, according to Justice Minister Annelies Verlinden. Experts note this reflects sentencing practices rather than increased crime among foreigners.
An explosion occurred in a house in Woluwe-Saint-Lambert on Thursday afternoon, leading to a fire. Acting Mayor Delphine De Valkeneer confirmed that there were no reported injuries.
The recycling park in Lovendegem reopens on Monday, August 10, after a June fire caused significant damage. Repairs are nearly complete, allowing staff to return safely.
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