Off to a cold start, the week warmed up to end with a European Council summit and the warmest Friday in almost 100 years. Whilst some were enjoying the start of spring, others were looking ahead to a general strike and rail strike, wondering how their travel plans would be impacted (for some it's still not clear).
In case you missed it, here are six stories that defined the week, as told by The Brussels Times.
General strike: Brussels Airlines expects disruption - passengers can rebook or cancel flights
A large-scale strike will be taking place on Monday 31 March. Brussels Airlines has warned that this mobilisation could disrupt Brussels Airport, and is giving passengers alternative options.
'Treated like Uber drivers': Why European school teachers are striking
"People can lose their hours, or even their entire job, from one year to the next. That is a major problem for people who have bought a house, for example."
'They refuse to confront reality': Georges-Louis Bouchez’s exasperation with the left in Brussels
In an exclusive with The Brussels Times, Bouchez doesn’t hold back as he takes aim at the left, Brussels’ governance, and political gridlock.
100,000 Belgians risk being cut off from unemployment benefits
Over 100,000 people across Belgium may be affected by federal plans to stop paying unemployment benefits to anyone who has been out of work for more than two years, Federal Minister of Labour and Economy David Clarinval (MR) said.
Top 10 Belgium travel hacks
For such a small country, Belgium has a surprisingly complex travel network. With three different regional transportation companies, limited interoperability of tickets, and a pesky €6.90 Brussels Airport supplement, it can quickly get overwhelming. But fear not, here are several tips and tricks to turn any visitor into a seasoned Belgium travel veteran.
Blooming Belgium: Where to spot cherry blossoms in Brussels and beyond
Spring is just around the corner in Belgium. In some areas, buds are ready to burst, while in others, flowers are already starting to bloom. A favourite for this time of year is cherry blossoms. Luckily for lovers of these pink trees, there is no need to travel to Japan to admire them: Belgium is the perfect location for a day of blossom-spotting.
