Security and justice

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As promised by the MR, Minister Bernard Quintin has announced that €60 million will be devoted to raising police officers' pay. This will also make the profession more attractive. It is the implementation of the second phase of the sector agreement.

Federal Security and justice

3 Sept 2026

Ban on activities of organisations that threaten national security

The aim is to swiftly neutralise radical or dangerous organisations that threaten our security by banning them. The following may now lead to an administrative ban or dissolution: taking part in, organising, financing or providing logistical support to terrorist acts as defined in the Criminal Code, as well as the organised dissemination of content inciting such acts or presenting them as legitimate; repeated threats, intimidation or harassment targeting people on grounds protected by the Anti-Discrimination Act of 10 May 2007 (origin, religion, sexual orientation, etc.); the organised dissemination of extremist content.

Federal Security and justice

3 Sept 2026

Football law: tougher penalties for offences in and around stadiums

We are strengthening penalties and enforcement tools so that every supporter and every family can enjoy matches in a positive, sporting atmosphere. The reform provides for tougher penalties against violent or dangerous behaviour at football matches. It notably includes higher minimum fines, stronger penalties for racist or xenophobic acts, a central database of stadium bans and stepped-up identity checks.

Federal Security and justice

3 Sept 2026

Stepping up the fight against organised crime and better protecting those who combat it

The Government wants to strengthen the means of tackling serious crime. The bill notably provides for a system to protect the identity of judges and court clerks exposed in sensitive cases, a stricter framework for recusal procedures, prison regimes adapted to profiles linked to organised crime, and new offences covering certain forms of organised crime.

Federal Security and justice

3 Sept 2026

Deployment of soldiers in Brussels stations and metro stations

The capital's stations see huge numbers of national and international travellers pass through and concentrate multiple problems. Several dozen soldiers patrol alongside police officers to step up security there.

Brussels Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

Enhanced protection for the Jewish community

In the face of a widespread rise in antisemitism, security measures around sites of importance to the Jewish community have been stepped up. Soldiers have been deployed as reinforcements in Brussels, Antwerp and Liège.

Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

Summer plan to reduce queues at Brussels Airport

To reduce queues at Brussels Airport, a strengthened police presence is being ensured and new officers are currently being trained. We are working with all the stakeholders involved to guarantee infrastructure that matches the ambition of our national airport.

Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

Strengthening citizens' preparedness for crises

The National Crisis Centre has launched a major national communication campaign entitled “Préparés ensemble - Samen voorbereid”. It encourages our citizens to prepare effectively for emergencies. It will run from 2026 to 2029.

Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

Support for our firefighters across the country

For 2026, the budget of emergency service zones outside Brussels will be increased by 7.5 million euros. The funding of all emergency service zones will be index-linked from 1 January 2027.

Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

Stronger federal funding for our Brussels firefighters

Federal funding for Brussels firefighters will be tripled from 2026, rising from 5.7 to 15.4 million euros a year. These additional resources will strengthen their equipment and staffing, and help deliver ever more effective and faster interventions across every corner of the capital

Brussels Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

“Hard-hitting” actions against crime

At Bernard Quintin's initiative, local and federal police are structurally joining forces to carry out “coup de poing” crackdowns in Belgium's major cities. Dozens of weapons have been seized, criminals arrested and businesses shut down. And these operations will continue to multiply.

Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

Launch of the Major Cities Plan

The Canal Plan, limited to Brussels, has been replaced by the “Major Cities” plan, which now covers Belgium's seven largest cities and makes it possible to fight organised crime every day. The fight against radicalism remains central,

Federal Security and justice

18 May 2026

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