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Bill proposing the creation of specialized environmental courts in Belgium
Official title: Wetsvoorstel houdende de oprichting van milieurechtscolleges.
Status: Parliament is still discussing this proposal, for example in a committee or while waiting for advice. (parliament: ‘Pending in the Chamber’)
In plain language
- The proposal establishes dedicated environmental chambers in first instance courts and courts of appeal to handle both civil and criminal environmental cases.
- Appointed judges, investigating judges, and public prosecutors will be required to complete specialized environmental law training.
- For citizens and environmental groups, legal disputes and compensation claims related to the environment will be decided by specialized judges.
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How parliament voted
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