Terrace closures in Lier for late seating.
The city of Lier, Belgium, is fining people for sitting at outdoor terraces after closing time. A café in Antwerp is closing due to noise complaints. Local authorities are trying to keep public spaces clean.
Lier introduced fines because restaurants and bars were leaving trash on the streets. The city wants to keep public areas tidy. In Antwerp, a café on Volksstraat street is closing because of loud noise. The local authorities received many complaints about the noise. They are working to solve the problem with the café.
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Highlights
Lier Fines for Late Terraces
Lier introduced fines for people sitting on terraces after closing time to reduce litter.
Antwerp Café Closure – Noise Issue
A café in Antwerp closed its terrace due to noise complaints from authorities.
Businesses Find Trash Daily
Restaurants and bars in Lier find their terraces covered in trash.
Authorities Address Disturbance
Local authorities are dealing with noise problems at the Antwerp café.
Terraces Subject to Regulation
Terraces in both Lier and Antwerp are now under regulation.