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Due Diligence Requirement Only Applies to Certain High-Risk Sectors From 1 January 2026 This legislation applies to any domestic or foreign company that is directly or indirectly involved in the activities listed below that are carried out in the Flemish Region. In other words, it makes no difference whether you use the services of a Belgian or a foreign contractor or subcontractor: the legislation applies as soon as activities are carried out in the Flemish Region.

"Flanders is introducing stricter rules on chain liability in the event of illegal employment from 2026. Contractors and principals are to become criminally liable if they do not sufficiently check whether their subcontractors employ foreign workers legally. The new legislation imposes an extensive due diligence requirement, with mandatory documentation and an obligation to report to the social inspectorate. Non-compliance can lead to heavy fines or imprisonment."

Communication is key. Starting the conversation during your lifetime and making clear agreements with your heirs will in many cases mean that conflicts are avoided. In this article, we look at a number of tools for starting the conversation and documenting a number of agreements in a family context.

In a world where technology is finding its way into every area of our daily lives, companies are faced with the challenge of integrating innovative solutions without compromising their employees’ privacy. Biometric time recording such as the use of fingerprints is an efficient way to keep track of employee attendance. The crucial question, however, is how this technology fits in with the strict rules of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). In this article, we discuss the legal aspects of the use of biometric data in the workplace in light of a recent case.

‘Find out about the specific rules on language use in employment documents in Belgium. Discover how places of business and regional language requirements affect employment contracts, work regulations and more.’

Discover the new sanctions for non-compliance with the procedures for floating work schedules after the reform of the Social Criminal Code, in force since 1 July 2024