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Belgium's New Rules Take Effect on October 1
From dentist ID checks to a ban on misleading energy discounts and Wallonia's renovation overhaul, here is what changes across Belgium on October 1.
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Consumer Affairs
Testaankoop urges festivals to accept euros over tokens
Belgian consumer group Testaankoop calls on festivals to accept euros directly instead of proprietary token systems, citing hidden costs and complexity.
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Consumer Affairs
Shein Makeup Sold Under Different Name at Kruidvat Stores
SHEGLAM makeup from Shein is sold at Kruidvat without clear branding, raising transparency concerns for Belgian consumers.
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Consumer Affairs
Belgian Repair Service Complaints Surge Past 1,100
FOD Economie received 1,134 complaints about repair services in the first half of 2026. Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself.
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