Antwerp (Brussels Morning Newspaper): Jinnih Beels, former alderman for Education in Antwerp, has stepped away from city politics to focus on her new role as a provincial councillor in Kempen after being elected to the federal parliament.
Jinnih Beels, the former alderman for Education in Antwerp, has stepped away from city politics after facing internal party conflicts and chose not to run in the recent municipal elections. This decision marks the end of a difficult time for her in local politics. Earlier this year, Beels was elected as a federal parliament member but decided to focus on a new role, returning to her roots in the Kempen region.
Will Jinnih Beels shift from federal parliament to provincial councillor in Antwerp?
In her new role, Jinnih Beels has been elected as a provincial councillor in the Kempen. It has been said that this change shows that she is focusing more on regional politics rather than city leadership. Her departure from city politics highlights her ability to adapt and navigate complex political situations while staying committed to public service.
N-VA and Vooruit are close to finishing the decisions to create a new provincial government in Antwerp, with an agreement expected by Friday 22 November. This coalition will replace CD&V and focus on important local issues. Once finalized, they will announce the deputies and their roles.
The coalition led by N-VA and Vooruit aims to create a stable and effective government. This partnership reflects a larger strategy in Antwerp to work together on important local and regional issues. They mentioned that if Jinnih Beels resigns from the federal parliament, it would meet legal requirements and allow her to focus entirely on her new duties in the provincial role if she accepts it.
