Belgium expropriates 150 properties for North-South road rebuild in Houthalen-Helchteren

Belgian authorities are expropriating over 150 properties along the Grote Baan in Houthalen-Helchteren to reconstruct the North-South connection. Affected residents and businesses face displacement, marking a significant local infrastructure project with social impact. The scale of expropriation is notable but details on compensation and timeline remain unclear.