The controversy surrounding the appointment process at Actiris has taken a new turn as the Belgian Council of State considers a crucial ruling. On 2025-06-14 14:37:00, the Council received advice suggesting that the selection procedure for the head of the organisation may have lacked impartiality. This development could overturn the Brussels Region’s decision from October 21, 2021, which appointed Cristina Amboldi as the organisation’s leader.
- Raad van State onderzoekt selectieprocedure Amboldi
- Besluit benoeming Amboldi mogelijk vernietigd
- Advocaat vraagt behoud gevolgen bij vernietiging
- Amboldi eindigde eerste na selectieprocedure
- P'tito daagt selectieprocedure juridisch aan
- Amboldi kreeg eerder functiebeschrijving toegang
Amboldi’s appointment has been contested by Olivia P’tito, the current mayor of Koekelberg and former director-general of Bruxelles Formation. P’tito challenged the fairness of the procedure, alleging that Amboldi had privileged access to the job description before other candidates. The case raises important questions about transparency in public sector appointments in Brussels.
What will this mean for Actiris and the Brussels government moving forward? The outcome of this case could reshape how key roles are filled in the region’s public institutions.
How impartial was the selection process? This case highlights the challenges of ensuring fairness in high-profile public appointments. Key points include:
- Allegations that Amboldi received early access to the job description, potentially skewing competition.
- The legal request to maintain Amboldi in her role temporarily to avoid disruption during Brussels’ interim government period.
- The potential precedent this sets for future appointments within Brussels’ public institutions.
As the Council of State prepares its final ruling, stakeholders and citizens alike should watch closely. Will this lead to reforms in appointment procedures? Ensuring integrity now could strengthen trust in Brussels’ public administration for years to come.
