Brussels regional civil service shrinks by 500 as budget deficit narrows

The Brussels regional government has reduced its civil service headcount by 500 since January, part of broader savings ahead of a 2027 budget conclave. The deficit target for 2026 is €978 million, easing to ~€720 million for 2027. This signals continued fiscal consolidation in a sub-national government, with implications for regional public services and labor relations.