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As far as Belgian products go, everyone knows the chocolate, the beer, the mussels, and the waffles of all sizes, packages and consistencies.
During the World Cup, which kicks off on June 12, the night shops in the centre of Brussels will not be allowed to sell alcohol between 22.00 and 7.00, according to a decision made by the Brussels
Belgium has approved the use of nalmefene (trade name Selincro), a drug to reduce alcohol dependence, report Le Soir and Sudpresse. Selincro is only available by prescription.
In addition to initiatives like the BOB designated driver campaign, the Belgian Federal Police have decided to step up their fight against driving under the influence with increased night patrols.
For the first time ever, Belgian brewers have decided to launch an advertising campaign to promote all Belgian beers together.
Flanders’ mobility minister Hilde Crevits wants to begin talks on lowering the drink-driving limit in Belgium from 0.5 mg to 0.2mg alcohol per 1,000 millilitres.
Flanders' mobility minister Hilde Crevits wants to begin talks on lowering the drink-driving limit in Belgium from 0.5 mg to 0.2mg alcohol per 1,000 millilitres.
According to a health study undertaken by human resource company Securex, close to one in seven Belgian workers are drinking beyond healthy limits.