The planned fusion of Brussels’ six police zones has sparked fresh debate among local politicians and citizens alike. The announcement made on 2025-07-18 21:22:00 by the government’s core ministers confirmed the merger, aiming to streamline policing across the capital. However, the move faces resistance, particularly regarding its funding and timing.
- Christophe De Beukelaer disputes fusion decision claims
- Top ministers approve Brussels police zones merger
- Les Engagés demands reform of outdated KUL-norm
- Quintin promises 55 million euros funding support
- Brussels mayors oppose merger over power loss
- Tensions rise between MR and Les Engagés
Les Engagés, a key political party in Brussels, challenges the claim that the police zones’ fusion is already decided. They argue the merger depends heavily on reforming the outdated KUL funding norm, which has been in place for nearly 30 years. Without this update, they say, Brussels police risk losing over €300 million in essential financing.
With disagreements between Les Engagés and the MR party intensifying, what does this mean for Brussels’ future security landscape? And can the government reconcile these differences before the fusion proceeds? Here’s a closer look at the latest developments.
Is the police zones’ fusion truly unstoppable, or is it entangled in political and financial complexities? Les Engagés emphasize that:
- The KUL norm reform must precede any merger to ensure fair funding based on actual needs.
- Most Brussels mayors, including those from the Arizona majority, oppose the fusion, fearing increased costs and reduced local control.
- Les Engagés accuse MR of abandoning Brussels’ interests, escalating political tensions.
- Vice Premier Maxime Prévot calls the recent decisions a misunderstanding, highlighting ongoing discussions.
As Brussels navigates this complex fusion process, all eyes remain on how the government will balance financial realities with political will. Will the KUL norm reform unlock progress, or will opposition stall change? Brussels residents and officials alike await clear answers and decisive action.
