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In recent years, companies in Belgium have faced economic uncertainties, prompting significant reorganisations to maintain financial stability and competitiveness. This has led to a shift from soft transformation approaches to potential increases in collective dismissals.
Key Points:
Collective Dismissal Trends:
- Significant rise in collective dismissals from 2022 to 2024.
- Legal procedures and employee protections are mandatory.
Alternative Mechanisms:
- Use of collective labour agreements for worker transfers during takeovers to preserve employment.
Social Criminal Code Updates:
- Reduced offences and extended time limit for repeat offences.
- Social dumping now defined in legislation.
Extra-Contractual Liability:
- New Civil Code (Book 6) increases legal certainty and eliminates quasi-immunity.
- Effective January 1, 2025; contracts should be adapted accordingly.
This summary captures the essential trends and developments in employment within Belgium. If you need more details or have any questions, read our chapter below.
