The annual report 2016 of the Brussels Commissioner's Office presents a detailed description and deep analysis of the policy carried out since 1st January 2015. It also covers the achievements of 2016 and touches on the outlook for 2017.
Since 1st January several changes have taken place in various areas of Brussels life: the registration of residential tenancy contracts; the level of penal fines; the maternity leave for self-employed women; a BE HOME rebate; and the procedures for household garbage collection.
From January 2017 pay attention to your garbage collection because the days and schedules are going to change. And there’s another change: a new orange bag for organic waste. The Expat Welcome Desk summarises the important points below.
A road accident can be a frightening experience and you may find it difficult to stay calm. Being an expat in Brussels and perhaps not fluent in the local language only adds to the problem. But it is important that you try to keep a clear head and follow the right procedure…
Need tips on how to settle down in Brussels? What can be better than getting some advice from an expat AND Greeter? Klaus, of Belgian and German origin, shares ten of his best tips.
The activity report 2015 of the Brussels Commissioner's Office aims to illustrate achievements during this first year of operation. It also presages the importance of this mission that the Brussels government has given us; a mission that we have seized enthusiastically and hopefully effectively.
On Wednesday 20 April 2016, Martin Schultz, President of the European Parliament, paid an official visit to the parliament of the Brussels-Capital Region, his first appearance before a regional parliament.
From April 19 the municipality of Ixelles/Elsene will organise a weekly organic market every Tuesday from 12 PM to 8.30 PM on Place du Luxembourg, in front of the European Parliament!
Can I park here? Should I use my parking disc? For how long can I stay? Parking signs are not always clear and it’s all too easy to get a fine! The Expat Welcome Desk explains the basic rules you should follow…
It’s not always easy to find the flat or house rental of your dreams! What are your important criteria? What are the pitfalls? And what type of lease should you sign? The Expat Welcome Desk has prepared a checklist for you.