Still 2 million euros in subsidies for ZOO Antwerp and Planckendael: "Remains a saving"

The Flemish government has allocated 2 million euros to ZOO Antwerpen and Planckendael, easing a previous budget cut of 3.4 million euros. This funding, redirected from the Mobility budget to Tourism, will support the maintenance of historical buildings and ensure the zoos remain open year-round. Despite this assistance, the zoos still face a significant annual reduction of 1.4 million euros, leading to necessary staff cuts, according to director Dries Herpoelaert.