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EU’s SCIFA meets in Brussels to debate mutual recognition of return decisions

EU’s SCIFA meets in Brussels to debate mutual recognition of return decisions

The EU’s Strategic Committee on Immigration, Frontiers and Asylum convened in Brussels on 26 November to discuss making one country’s deportation orders valid EU-wide and how to transition Ukrainians from temporary protection to longer-term residence. Belgian stakeholders hope the reforms will ease pressure on the national reception system and give employers clarity on foreign-worker status.

Nov 27, 2025
Brussels Airport cancels 110 inbound flights as nationwide strike bites

Brussels Airport cancels 110 inbound flights as nationwide strike bites

Brussels Airport will cancel more than half of Wednesday’s inbound flights after already grounding all departures, as security and ground-handling staff join a three-day national strike over austerity measures. Airlines must reroute thousands of passengers and time-critical cargo, and travellers should expect long queues and limited services even on flights that do operate. The walkout underscores the need for robust contingency planning by firms with Belgian-bound staff.

Nov 26, 2025
Brussels metro and tram network runs on ‘minimum service’ amid three-day walkout

Brussels metro and tram network runs on ‘minimum service’ amid three-day walkout

Public-transport operator STIB-MIVB is running only limited metro and tram services on 25 November as part of Belgium’s general strike, forcing commuters and business travellers to rely on taxis or shared-mobility options. Door-to-door journey times have doubled, and employers are urged to adjust meeting schedules and transfer plans accordingly.

Nov 26, 2025

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