A well-known restaurant in Schaerbeek has announced its closure, with the management citing age and fatigue as contributing factors. The decision comes shortly after the establishment discovered its access ramp for people with reduced mobility had been stolen,an act described as disrespectful and shameful.

Accessibility Ramp Stolen in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre

The incident isn’t isolated.Éclat Cacao, a chocolate factory located on Henri Vandermaelen Street in Woluwe-Saint-Pierre, reported the theft of its PMR (Personnes à Mobilité Réduite – People with Reduced Mobility) ramp last Friday.The factory expressed outrage on social media, questioning the motives behind such an act.

The theft of accessibility ramps raises broader concerns about the vulnerability of infrastructure designed to support individuals with disabilities and the potential impact on inclusivity. Thes ramps are crucial for ensuring equal access to businesses and public spaces,and their removal creates important barriers for those who rely on them.

While the Schaerbeek restaurant’s closure is attributed to the owners’ retirement, the timing alongside the ramp theft underscores the challenges businesses face, and the importance of protecting accessibility features.Further examination into the theft at Éclat Cacao is ongoing.