Hannut: Public Inquiry on Invasive Species Action Plan

The Municipal College of Hannut is launching a public inquiry regarding the Walloon action plan to prevent the introduction and spread of invasive alien species.

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Generic image of a stone municipal building facade with an ornate balcony in the afternoon sun.

The Municipal College of Hannut informs the public that a public inquiry is being organized concerning the draft National Action Plan targeting priority introduction pathways to prevent the unintentional introduction and spread of invasive alien species in Belgium or within its territory (2027-2032).

This procedure, initiated at the request of the Walloon Government, is part of the environmental assessment of plans and programs, in accordance with the Environmental Code.
The file can be consulted at: rue de Landen 23, 4280 Hannut, on each working day from Monday to Friday by appointment, and on Saturday mornings by appointment. It is also available online on the commune's website and via the Wallonia Environment Portal.
To consult the file, an appointment must be made at least twenty-four hours in advance with the Environment department (019/51.93.68, environnement@hannut.be).
Verbal observations will be collected by appointment by the environmental advisor or a delegated municipal officer. Written remarks, by post or electronically, must be sent to the municipal administration or the SPW Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment by December 31st at the latest.
This project, classified as category A.1., is subject to a public inquiry under Article D. 29-1 of the Environmental Code. It has also undergone an environmental impact assessment and cross-border consultations. Following the inquiry, the Walloon Government will adopt the plan by decree.
Based on information from the official source: Ville de Hannut — Actualités (09/11/2026)