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'Girls Make The City' podcasts
In 2022, the City of Brussels launched a call for projects on gender and urban planning. One of the winning projects was Girls Make The City by the non-profit organisation ZIJkant and Wetopia.
Bird flu in Brussels
Bird flu has been identified in several parks in Brussels. What should you do if you find a dead or weakened bird?
Redevelopment of the Marolles alleys
The project to redevelop 5 streets in the Marolles quarter is under public enquiry until 16 March.
City of Brussels joins Deposit Alliance
On Monday 13 February 2023, the City of Brussels passed a motion on the introduction of deposits on PET bottles and cans. It therefore joined the Deposit Alliance ('Statiegeldalliantie - Alliance pour la Consigne').
Three commemorative plaques for Holocaust resistance
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.
Is your driving licence still valid?
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.