Brussels government agrees on summer package: tax cuts and new pools

The Brussels regional government has announced a package of measures, including a 1% cut to personal income tax and plans for new swimming pools, following a meeting at the historic Val Duchesse château. This agreement marks one of the few tax reduction measures enacted during the current legislative term.

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At the symbolic level, it is an interesting step to find ourselves in a place where so many compromises have been found.

The 1% income tax cut will cost the region 58 million euros annually, with an additional 3 million euro impact on municipalities, which the government assures will be compensated. For a single Brussels resident earning a net monthly salary of 2,700 euros, the tax relief amounts to approximately 147 euros per year. A married couple with two children, each earning 2,400 euros net monthly, will see an annual benefit of 152 euros.

Minister-President Boris Dilliès highlighted the symbolic significance of meeting at Val Duchesse, a traditional site for federal political compromises. He emphasized the government's commitment to serious work and decision-making, noting that despite internal tensions, they have managed to find agreements. Dilliès pointed to the government's progress in managing Brussels and establishing a strict budgetary course, stating that much has been achieved in just five months.

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We were told this government would be terrible. There are tensions, yes, but we manage to find agreements.

This tax reduction follows the recent doubling of the Be Home premium, which increases the tax credit for owner-occupiers from 164 euros. The government aims for these measures to ultimately benefit the region by providing a financial boost to Brussels residents.

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It is an important effort, but it must ultimately pay off for our region, by also giving a financial boost to Brussels residents.