Belgian Prison Officers Strike Over Overcrowding, Staff Shortages; Limburg Prisons Face Severe Conditions

Prison officers in Belgium are on strike until Friday, protesting overcrowding, poor living conditions, and staff shortages. Inspections in Limburg prisons (Hasselt and Tongeren) reveal severe overcrowding, technical problems, and outdated infrastructure, exacerbating the crisis. The strike highlights systemic issues in the Belgian prison system, with potential implications for public safety and judicial operations.