Police zones Voeren and Bilzen-Hoeselt-Riemst unveil merger plans: "Increasing expertise and effectiveness"

The police zones Bilzen-Hoeselt-Riemst and Voeren are merging to enhance their operational capabilities. A feasibility study indicates that a larger organization will better address future challenges in policing. This merger, planned for January 1, 2028, follows over a decade of collaboration between the two zones. Local leaders emphasize that combining resources will improve service delivery while maintaining local police presence. The Voeren district will retain its local police office to ensure accessibility for residents. The mayors will now seek formal approval from the federal government for the merger.