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In March 2022, the City of Brussels launched its Climate call for projects. 27 winners were selected to carry out projects related to current climate issues.

The project consists of the redesign of the area around the new Brucity building (Hallenstraat, Zwarte Lievevrouwstraat, Visverkopersstraat, Augustijnenstraat, and parts of Kiekenmarkt, Lakensestraat, Sint-Katelijneplein, and Bisschopsstraat) with the aim of better connecting the different neighbourhoods and creating a homogeneous whole. 

The 'Safe Ta Night' network launched an awareness campaign against sexual harassment and violence in bars and party places in Brussels. This campaign, aimed at professionals in the catering industry, is available in French with subtitles in English.

Drivers applying for or renewing a driving licence will (since 2010) receive an (electronic) European driving licence in bank card format. However, this model is only valid for 10 years. To renew it, you must contact the City services at least 3 months before the expiry date.

The City of Brussels and the Public Welfare Centre (CPAS-OCMW) are opening an energy counter in Brucity, the administrative centre of the City. From Tuesday 31 January 2023, Brussels residents struggling to pay their water, gas and/or electricity bills will be able to go there for advice or financial help. Even if they have never been helped by the CPAS before.

On Friday 27 January 2023, in the context of Holocaust Remembrance Day, the City of Brussels inaugurated 3 memorial plaques at the Bois de la Cambre. These plaques honour 3 young resistance fighters during the Holocaust: Youra Livschitz, Jean Franklemon and Robert Maistriau.