Best and Oirschot finalize merger plans, new municipality to launch in 2028
Residents of Best and Oirschot will soon be part of a new merged municipality, aiming to improve services like housing, care, and livability. The merger, approved after public feedback, is set to take effect on January 1, 2028, pending provincial and national approval.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipalities Involved | Best and Oirschot (Noord-Brabant) |
| Merger Decision Date | March 10, 2026 |
| Public Feedback Period | 8 weeks (December 2025) |
| Number of Comments Received | 25 |
| Redistribution Elections | November 2027 |
| Official Merger Date | January 1, 2028 |
| Key Focus Areas | Housing, livability, care, and services |
| Organizational Change | Tasks from Cooperation Kempengemeenten (GRSK) transferred to new entity |
The municipalities of Best and Oirschot are responsible for local governance, including urban planning, social services, and infrastructure. This merger aims to create a more efficient and future-proof organization by combining resources and improving service delivery for residents.
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Council of Best and Oirschot make final decision on merger
The councils of Best and Oirschot made a historic decision on March 10. Both councils agreed with the redistribution advice for the formation of the new municipality Best-Oirschot.
With this, the last local decision has been made that is necessary for the continuation of the merger. This decision follows a period of research, talks with residents and organizations, and careful decision-making by both municipalities.
Redistribution design
In December 2025, the councils established the redistribution design. This design was available for public inspection for 8 weeks. Residents, entrepreneurs, and organizations could respond during this period. A total of 25 comments were received. All reactions have been processed in a reaction note, which is part of the redistribution advice that the councils have now decided on.
The merger builds on the strengths of both municipalities. Together, Best and Oirschot can better address important tasks such as housing, livability, care, and services. Research shows that continuing independently is not a future-proof option for both municipalities and that a merger makes both municipalities opportunistic and strong.
Future-proof organization
The organization is also changing. Tasks that are currently carried out via the Cooperation Kempengemeenten (GRSK) will soon be transferred to the new municipality Best-Oirschot. This ensures 1 clear organization with better steering on quality, execution, and costs. The coming period will see decision-making by the province and subsequently by the national government.
If everything goes according to plan, the redistribution elections will take place in November 2027. The new municipality Best-Oirschot will officially start on January 1, 2028. Until then, both municipalities will work closely together on a smooth transition, with much attention to good service and a smooth transition for the employees.
More information can be found on the websites of municipality Best and municipality Oirschot.
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