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Workload is not an excuse: the DPA confirms the broad scope of the right of access

Voluntary Overtime: New Regime as from 1 April 2026

How long should HR data be retained when the law is silent? The CNIL guidelines as a useful reference framework.

Changes with regard to notice periods. Cap of 52 weeks notice period in case of dismissal by the employer.

Private Investigation Act (PIA): mandatory internal regulations required by 16 December 2026

Special tax regime for inpatriate taxpayers and researchers - Clarifications provided by the Tax Administration

The use of work-related chat groups: The DPA stresses the need for concrete internal guidelines for managers

Right of access: how should this right be interpreted?

Companies better not hesitate to implement the PIA in their HR policy

Legal interest rate for 2026 fixed at 4.50%

Stricter penalties for social fraud and social dumping

The EU “Stop-the-Clock” Directive under the CSRD is implemented under Belgian law. Second and third waves of the targeted companies now postponed by two years.

Judgment of the Court of Justice of the European Union of 11 December 2025: Simultaneous employment in several Member States and third countries: which activities should be considered when determining the 25% rule?

Meal Vouchers: Maximum value increased to EUR 10 as of 1 January 2026

Deactivation of mailbox and phone number after termination of employment – DPA reiterates strict guidelines

Social partners have reached an agreement. The National Labour Council (“NAR” or “CNT”) reaches an agreement on the reform of end-of-career schemes.

New Rules for European Work Councils coming soon

The Belgian Data Protection Authority tightens rules on sharing personal data in the workplace

Maximum wage cost increase margin for the 2025-2026 period set at 0%. Indexations and scale-based increases remain guaranteed.

Abolition of the system of unemployment with company allowance (UCA): Royal Decree of 5 September 2025