Provinces brace for financially tough 2026, with more supervision

Provinces are concerned about the finances of municipalities, which will receive less money from the government in 2026. Municipalities themselves are therefore calling it a 'ravine year'. Provinces, which supervise, are preparing for possible consequences, including through extra supervision. This is evident from a survey by NOS and regional broadcasters. Municipalities will have to make do with a total of 2.4 billion euros less from 2026, whic…