Brussels (Eurotoday): Starting January 1, 2025, service vouchers in Flanders will cost €10 instead of €9, adding about €582.4 to yearly expenses. Families will see a €135 increase in energy bills and a €60 rise in water costs. Food prices may go up by 5%, affecting budgets. The Flemish government, led by Zuhal Demir, plans to raise €113 million through higher water rates, impacting many households.
Starting January 1, service vouchers will rise from 9 euros to 10 euros, and tax deductions will no longer apply, making them more expensive overall. If people use four vouchers each week, this change could add around 582.4 euros to their yearly expenses, with further increases from service check companies potentially pushing the total over 700 euros. Families will see a 135 euro increase in their electricity and gas bills due to new distribution tariffs, and the drinking water bill is expected to rise by 60 euros next year, mainly because of higher purification costs.
How will higher water bills and rising costs impact Belgian families in 2025?
The Flemish government plans to raise 113 million euros through higher water bills, with local towns possibly adding another 33 million for wastewater services in 2025. This could mean an increase of about 60 euros for the average family. Water companies like De Watergroep are also set to raise their rates 25 euros for families and 10 euros for individuals. At the same time, food prices are expected to go up by 2.5 to 3 percent next year, with costs for cocoa and coffee continuing to rise.
Starting in January, families in Belgium will see higher prices for food and childcare. Food costs could increase by 5%, which might add over 300 euros a year for those who buy a lot of meat or cocoa. Childcare expenses will rise by 3.6%, with lower-income families paying an extra 1.4 euros a month and wealthier families facing a 25 euro increase. Stamp prices will also increase, with non-priority stamps costing 1.53 euros each. The Gezinsbond has expressed worries about these price hikes, saying they should match the rising cost of living.
Comments
2 responses to “Families in Flanders to Encounter Higher Expenses in 2025”
-
Oh joy, nothing like a hefty €135 energy bill increase to warm the cockles of a family’s heart. Just think of it as an innovative way to get us all to embrace the joys of candlelit dinners and cold showers! 🕯️💸
-
You know, nothing quite says “welcome to 2025” like a lovely €582 increase in expenses for families – because who wouldn’t want to pay a bit more for the privilege of living in Flanders? 🤑 Cheers to progress! 🍻
Last News
Family Reports: Briton Jailed in Iran Receives Additional Two-Year Sentence
London, July 15 Brussels Morning Newspaper – Iran espionage charges are once again drawing international attention after British citizen Craig Foreman was reportedly handed an additional two-year prison sentence while serving an earlier 10-year term in Iran. His family said the latest sentence followed a court hearing where he allegedly had no lawyer or translator, raising renewed concerns over
EU Migration Funding Shifts Towards Rights Issues
EU Fails to Reach Russia Sanctions Deal After Three Days of Talks
For the third consecutive day, EU minister
Peru Congress Approves Budget with $2.8 Billion Increase Before Fujimori Transition
Lima, July 15 Eurotoday Newspaper – Peru Congress budget legislation moved forward after lawmakers approved an additional $2.8 billion in public spending ahead of the expected transition to President-elect Keiko Fujimori’s administration. The supplemental funding is intended to ensure uninterrupted government operations while supporting key sectors such as healthcare, education, infrastructure,
Spain Reaches Final by Seizing the Moment
Spain is one match away from claiming a second men’s World Cup title after a composed 2-0 semi-final win against France in Dallas. Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro turned tactical dominance into a spot in the final. The victory carries not just sporting significance, but also a broader European message: Spain’s youth, pa
Merz to MAGA: Stay Out of Europe’s Elections
The Financial Times initially
Turkey’s Ousted Opposition Leader Prepares for Potential New Party Amid Political Crisis
Istanbul, July 15 Eurotoday Newspaper – Turkey opposition crisis intensified after ousted Republican People’s Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel confirmed that preparations are underway for a possible new political party if legal efforts to regain leadership do not succeed. His comments come as Turkey’s main opposition continues to face internal divisions following a court ruling that overturned the
EU Approves Extra Quota for 35,000 Tonnes of Mexican Honey
The organizations noted the potential for increased ma
It’s Keir Starmer’s last PMQs. Here’s how previous prime ministers handled it.
In Tony Blair’s final
The Maldives: Beyond a Honeymoon Destination
The Maldives is a long way away and, for some, it may seem out of reach.
But, even so, one Belgian found her way there and then fell in love with the place. So much so, in fact, that she made it her home.
Isabelle Gobert works as Cluster Assistant Director of Marketing & Communication at Niva Dhigali, one of the Maldives’ leading resort islands.
In an exclusive Q&A with this site, she
Leave a Reply