Belgium Relaunches Prison Construction Despite Austerity, Ignoring Alternatives

Belgium is proceeding with the construction of prisons in Vresse-sur-Semois and Bourg-Léopold, continuing a long-standing masterplan despite budget austerity. The Central Council for Penitentiary Surveillance criticizes the lack of consideration for cheaper alternatives to detention. This indicates a policy continuity across governments, prioritizing prison expansion over fiscal restraint.

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