Today is 'referendum of the century' in Borsbeek, but does the man in the street wake up? “It has already been decided, I am convinced”

The convocation letters are out, the voting booths have been installed. Borsbeek is ready for the plebiscite on a possible merger with big brother Antwerp. We were going to measure the temperature in the village center. “People do talk about the merger plans. But will they also vote?”

Today, the long-awaited plebiscite on a possible merger with Antwerp will be held in Borsbeek. The consultation is not binding, the results are expected from tonight.

A plebiscite is being held today in the municipality of Borsbeek, which is located near Deurne Airport. The aim is a possible merger with Antwerp in the future, although the consultation is not binding.