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In the normal way, the Danish Government has published its legislative programme for the parliamentary year 2025/2026. Below we have listed the bills relevant to employment law. Surprisingly, there currently seems to be no plan to implement the EU Pay Transparency Directive. Denmark’s 2025/2026 legislative programme Supplementary provisions to the AI Act – The Government will introduce a bill aimed at ensuring effective enforcement of the…
The new revision of the European Works Council Directive has been adopted by the Council of Europe. It aims to strengthen the functioning of European Works Councils and improve the effectiveness of consultation. Once published, Member States will have two years to transpose the Directive into national law. The new rules will then enter into force one year later. We outline the key changes below….
If you are a British traveller planning to visit or transit through the Schengen area, you may now be affected by the new European Entry/Exit System. We explain the timing and impact of this system for travellers, businesses and UK transport terminals, as well as provide an update on the separate European Travel Information and Authorisation System. What is the Entry/Exit System (EES)? The EES…
Today is World Mental Health Day. To mark the occasion, we have republished our article exploring the important area of workplace mental health, one of the most pressing concerns for employers globally in today’s difficult climate. First, we explore the position in Italy and then seek insights from 18 other countries from across the world, including three new contributions from Belgium, Estonia and Germany for…
The Netherlands has become the first EU country to announce that it will delay implementing the EU Pay Transparency Directive into national law beyond the implementation deadline of 7 June 2026. We take a look at what this means for employers below. Under the Directive, all EU member states are required to implement the new rules into national law by 7 June 2026. However, the…
AI is reshaping workplace health and safety by predicting risks and improving organisational efficiency. However, it also raises concerns around employee privacy and mental health. We take a look at these challenges below, together with solutions for employers. To mark the annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work on 28 April 2025, a technical conference was organised in Spain by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health in…
AI is reshaping workplace health and safety by predicting risks and improving organisational efficiency. However, it also raises concerns around employee privacy and mental health. We take a look at these challenges below, together with solutions for employers. To mark the annual World Day for Safety and Health at Work on 28 April 2025, a technical conference was organised in Spain by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health in…
The EU’s Artificial Intelligence Act (‘AI Act’) regulates specific risks arising from the development and use of artificial intelligence (‘AI’). So-called ‘AI literacy’ plays a central role in this. We examine exactly what this means, who is affected by the obligation to ensure AI literacy, and how employers can comply. Recap: Application of the AI Act The AI Act entered into force on 1 August 2024, but its…
As Germany ramps up its defence spending, the federal government and businesses are exploring whether military production can offer a lifeline for struggling sites. This article examines how re-militarisation is reshaping restructuring in Germany. Businesses in Germany are currently facing unprecedented challenges. Growing concerns regarding de-industrialisation, evidenced by the daily announcements of job cuts, has given rise to a focus on restructuring and transformation programmes in the country. While many employers…
As global pressures reshape German industry, businesses are rethinking their operations and workforce strategies in a way they haven’t done before. We explore the practical considerations for German employers as they increasingly engage in ‘footprint-led’ restructuring exercises. Germany’s industrial sector is undergoing a profound transformation. With warnings of de-industrialisation and a steady stream of job cut announcements, many organisations are preparing for an economic and business landscape that could…