On June 11, 2026, our Council member, the Environment and Nature Council of Flanders Minaraad, has issued a consensus opinion on the draft Flemish Nature Restoration Plan jointly with the Flemish Strategic Advisory Council for Agriculture and Fisheries (SALV), the Social and Economic Council of Flanders (SERV) and the Flemish Strategic Advisory Council for Spatial Planning and Immovable Heritage (SARO).
The advice highlights that the current draft remains incomplete and needs stronger evidence base, in particular when it comes to scientific evidence, financing, environmental assessment, and socio-economic analyses. Furthermore, it calls for a clearer follow-up process, stronger stakeholder involvement, and faster implementation in order to meet the 2030 nature restoration goals.