New measures and budgets approved for youth care and employee health in Noord-Brabant
Residents in West-Brabant Oost will see improved youth care services and workplace health support as municipalities approve 2026 budgets. These steps aim to reduce school absenteeism and enhance employee well-being, directly impacting families and workers in the region.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality Involved | Geertruidenberg, Breda |
| Region Covered | West-Brabant Oost (WBO) |
| Youth Care Procurement | Residential youth care and crisis situations for 5 municipalities |
| Budget Approval | 2026 budgets for youth care and occupational health services approved |
| Occupational Health Service | Contract awarded to Gezond Werken Langstraat Drunen |
| Focus Areas | School absenteeism, early school leaving, employee health and support |
The municipalities of Geertruidenberg and Breda play a key role in implementing regional education policies and youth care services. They are responsible for ensuring compliance with compulsory education laws and providing support to families and employees within their jurisdictions.
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Public version 16 March 2026
RBL Annual Report 2025
Municipality of Geertruidenberg participates in the Joint Arrangement for School Absenteeism and Early School Leaving to implement compulsory education and transition point tasks.
BMV and Crisis Budget
The municipality of Breda procures youth care for 5 municipalities in the West-Brabant Oost (WBO) region. For residential youth care and crisis situations, we use fixed annual amounts (lump sums). These amounts are determined annually. The executive board has approved the 2026 budgets and made the funds available.
Awarding of Occupational Health and Safety Services Contract to Gezond Werken Langstraat Drunen
This proposal addresses a sensitive topic: health, absenteeism, support, and in internal communication, we focus on good employer practices.
- that the municipality opts for stability in support;
- that employees retain reliable, high-quality guidance;
- that this aligns with the ambition to be a healthy, safe, and professional employer.