Roeselare Philip Noppe (56), manager of Coiffure Philip on the onze-Lieve-Vrouwemarkt, has a remarkable invitation in the mail. On Tuesday, February 12, he namely expected at the royal palace in Brussels for a seminar on blended learning, a form of training where he is strong on commitment. “This is not for everyone,” said Philip proudly.

Ornate letters, the coat of arms of Belgium and the corresponding national motto, ‘Unity is strength’. The invitation a few days ago in the mailbox of barber Philip Noppe fell is not the first the best. She was in command of king Philippe sent by his protocolchef. “When I got the envelope, opened the door, I stood shaking on my legs,” Philip Noppe. “I was almost and even emotionally. Although I do have an immeasurable ambition, I am but a small, unassuming barber. To be invited by the king is a great honor.”