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A Deep Dive Into The EU Platform Work Directive

In this second instalment of our three-part series on the EU Platform Work Directive (Directive (EU) 2024/2831), we examine in detail the legislative obligations that will transform the regulatory landscape...

Ireland Employment

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Arthur Cox

Malta Introduces Special Tax Regime For Senior Employees Of Family Offices

Malta has introduced a special tax regime for senior employees of family offices, back offices and treasury management operations, which offers a reduced flat rate of income tax of 15% on employment income.

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The Sovereign Group

A New WRC Code Of Practice On Access To Part Time Working

In this insight, we take a look at the Workplace Relations Commission's new Code of Practice on Access to Part-Time Working.

Ireland Employment

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RDJ LLP

Belgian Government Introduces Draft Labor Law Reform: Key Changes On Work Rules, Part-Time Work, Night Work, And Notice Periods

On February 3, 2026, the Belgian government submitted a draft law containing various labor-related provisions.

Belgium Employment

CM

Crowell & Moring LLP

HR In The Know 4/2026: Reclassification Of Civil Law Contracts In A New Form - Amended Draft Act On Extending The Powers Of The State Labour Inspection

Poland Employment

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

Dutch Supreme Court Warns Of Risks In Long Term Hiring Of Agency Workers

Netherlands Employment

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Loyens & Loeff

Employment Termination In Poland - Legal 2026 Guide

Poland Employment

DK

Dudkowiak & Putyra Business Lawyers

Employment In Malta In 2026: When The Relationship Matters More Than The Label

Malta Employment

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BDO Malta

HR In The Know 1/2026: What Next For The Reform Of The State Labour Inspection?

Poland Employment

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

Requests To Work Longer – Changes To Mandatory Retirement Ages Become Law

Ireland Employment

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McCann Fitzgerald

New Legislation: The Employment (Contractual Retirement Ages) Act 2025

Ireland Employment

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Dillon Eustace

Overview Of Employment Law Amendments In Malta – 2025

Malta Employment

GA

GVZH Advocates

New Rules In Relation To Work Incapacity Strengthened Return-to-Work Policy And Reintegration Trajectory 3.0: What Changes As Of 1 January 2026

Belgium Employment

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Crowell & Moring LLP

Dismissal Of Prevention Advisors | Formal Designation Not Required For Legal Protection

Belgium Employment

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Simont Braun

The EU Pay Transparency Directive (Video) (Podcast)

Ireland Employment

AC

Arthur Cox

Are Company Directors Liable For Patent Infringements? (2025) (Video)

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Bardehle Pagenberg

EU Proposes Sweeping Reforms To The GDPR, Cookie Rules, Data Act, And Breach Reporting

Germany Privacy

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McDermott Will & Schulte

Ep3 - Planning Ahead - The Reform Of Judicial Reform Procedures (Podcast)

Ireland Litigation

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William Fry

E-commerce : Les enjeux juridiques pour réussir 2026 (Video)

France Commercial

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Haas Avocats

Be Ready For The Long-awaited Flemish Duty Of Care Obligation In The Construction Sector: Update Your Agreements And Compliance Procedures Now

From 1 January 2026, a duty of care obligation applies to clients and (sub)contractors active in the construction sector.

Belgium Employment

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Altius

La France A, Au Moins, Un Budget De La Sécu Pour 2026

Alors que le gouvernement a présenté un projet de loi spéciale pour le budget 2026, le budget de la sécurité sociale pour 2026 a été adopté définitivement le 16 décembre 2025.

France Employment

AD

August Debouzy

The Diarra Ruling: How The Transfer Market And The Balance Of Power Between Clubs And Players Are Changing

Why a flexible and dynamic release clause may become a tool for a new contractual balance.

European Union Media & IT

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Withers LLP

The Netherlands: The Flexibility Of An On-call Contract

According to a recent decision of the Rotterdam District Court in interim relief proceedings, even though an on-call contract can be flexible...

Netherlands Employment

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Littler Mendelson

Hygiène, sécurité et conditions de travail | Sélection de jurisprudence – France | Second semestre 2025

France Employment

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Dechert

Newsletter On Health, Safety And Working Conditions – France | Second Semester 2025

France Employment

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Dechert

Employment: Newsletter Q2-Q4 2025 - Poland

Poland Employment

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

Navigating Wages In Malta

Malta Employment

GA

GVZH Advocates

Can An Employer Dismiss A Statutory Director On Suspicion Of A Criminal Offence?

Netherlands Employment

LL

Loyens & Loeff

Dutch Council Of State Issued A Critical Opinion On WOVOF

Netherlands Employment

LL

Loyens & Loeff

Transaction et prescription : la Cour de cassation clarifie la règle

France Employment

AD

August Debouzy

Is A Verbal Agreement Valid In Cyprus? What Courts Consider Legally Binding

Cyprus Employment

MC

Michael Chambers & Co. LLC

Changes To The Social Security Contributory Code And Respective Regulations

Portugal Employment

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PLMJ

3 Key Developments In Employment Law From 2025

Ireland Employment

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

Transaction et prescription : la Cour de cassation clarifie la règle

Par un arrêt du 8 octobre 2025 (n°23-23.501, publié au Bulletin), la Cour de cassation précise que l'action en nullité d'une transaction conclue pour mettre fin à un litige relatif à l'exécution...

France Employment

AD

August Debouzy

Is A Verbal Agreement Valid In Cyprus? What Courts Consider Legally Binding

The short answer is yes. A verbal agreement can be valid and legally binding in Cyprus, provided that certain legal conditions are met. However, the lack of written proof can make enforcement more difficult.

Cyprus Employment

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Michael Chambers & Co. LLC

Changes To The Social Security Contributory Code And Respective Regulations

On 9 December 2025, amendments were published to the Contributory Regimes Code of the Social Security Welfare System and to the relevant Regulatory Decree.

Portugal Employment

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PLMJ

3 Key Developments In Employment Law From 2025

2025 was another busy year in Irish employment law. In this update which was published by Legal Island on Thursday 11 December, Addleshaw Goddard look at three areas that came into sharp focus for HR professionals...

Ireland Employment

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

German Regional Labor Issues Ruling On The Domestic Application Of General Protection Against Dismissal

European Union Employment

OD

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

Prepare For Compliance With ASTF Periodic Medical Examinations For All Employees

Starting December 1, 2025, a system of mandatory periodic medical examinations will apply to all employees of companies affiliated with the ASTF (i.e., the occupational health association of tertiary and financial sectors).

Luxembourg Employment

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A&O Shearman

Goodbye Paperwork: Greece Enters The Digital Era Of Labour Compliance

In an effort to reduce administrative burdens and digitalize workplaces, Greece has recently introduced new provisions through Law 5239/2025, amending Article 572 of the Labour Code.

Greece Employment

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Eurofast

HR In The Know 7/2025: New Version Of The Draft Law On The Extension Of The Powers Of The State Labour Inspection: Reclassification Of Civil Law Contracts

The new version of the controversial draft law in Poland enables district labour inspectors to reclassify civil law contracts as employment contracts, both prospectively and retroactively for up to three years.

Poland Employment

AG

Addleshaw Goddard

Germany's Federal Labor Court Rules On Probationary Periods In Fixed-Term Contracts

Germany's Federal Labor Court (Bundesarbeitsgericht (BAG)) recently ruled that there are no rigid limits on the proportionality of the duration of a probationary period for fixed-term employment contracts...

Germany Employment

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Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

‘Thou Shalt Not Lie': Termination Without Notice Due to (Attempted) Trial Fraud

Germany Employment

OD

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

Qualifying Employment In Aviation (Personal Tax) Rules

Malta Employment

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Papilio Services Limited

Seasonal Contracts: Answers To Five Common Questions

France Employment

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Ius Laboris

Ireland's New Action Plan To Promote Collective Bargaining: What Does It Mean For Employers?

Ireland Employment

LS

Lewis Silkin

Extension Of Application Of The Digital Work Card Mechanism

Greece Employment

BL

Bernitsas Law

When Is A Contract For Services An Employment Contract In The Netherlands?

Netherlands Employment

LM

Littler Mendelson

CJEU: Exclusion Of Temporary Employment Contracts From The Duty To Motivate Dismissal Violates EU Law

Belgium Employment

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Van Olmen & Wynant

Employed Or Self-Employed? Determining Employment Status In Malta

Malta Employment

GA

GVZH Advocates

Germany's Federal Labor Court Rules On Loss Of Annual Leave In Event Of Long‑Term Illness

Germany Employment

OD

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

Malta Budget 2026 – Employment Law Insights

Malta Employment

CP

Camilleri Preziosi Advocates

Retainer Partnerships: Turning Law Firms Into In-House Allies

Cyprus Commercial

E&G Economides LLC

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

Belgium Employment

AdLex Advocaten & Bemiddelaars

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

Luxembourg Employment

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BSP

The Collective Agreement Applied By The Employer Must Be Consistent With The Actual Work Performed: The Supreme Court Calls For Contractual Coherence

Italy Employment

WP

WH Partners

Resignation Goes Digital: The New ERGANI II Rules Explained

Greece Employment

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Eurofast

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Influxio Avocats

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Ius Laboris

Employment Advisory & Recruitment In Malta (Video)

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CSB Group

Main Responsibilities Of Remote And Local Employers In Cyprus (Video)

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CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd

3 Minutes On Essential Terms (Video)

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Arendt & Medernach

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