• 12 June 2023

    New type of Dimona 'ALT' for apprentices

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    The NSSO provides a new type of Dimona for apprentices in alternate training. The Dimona ALT will have to be used from the beginning of the new school year in all regions.
  • 21 December 2023

    Artists: changes from 1 January 2024 (II)

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    The new social status for artists comes into force on 1 January 2024. You will find below the changes concerning arts workers.
  • 02 October 2023

    Purchasing power bonus mandatory in your sector?

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    What is a purchasing power bonus? Below you will find all the information you need and you will be able to find out whether you are obliged to award this bonus.
  • 19 October 2023

    Funding your own business

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    You have an idea and a dream. And you’re ready to turn both into a reality by starting your own business. But what does that cost? And what’s the best way to fund your business? Use your own resources, go for a loan or rely on crowdfunding? You can choose from different solutions and grants. 
  • 29 June 2023

    A draft sector agreement for JC 200

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    The sectoral partners of JC 200 (Auxiliary joint committee for non-manual workers) have concluded a protocol agreement for the period 2023-2024.
  • 25 May 2023

    How to determine the periods of leave?

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    The days of leave in the company can be determined collectively (for all personnel members) in case of closing of the company, or individually by means of an agreement between the employer and each worker.
  • 13 May 2024

    Elections on 9 June 2024: can your employee be absent from work to vote?

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    Employees who work on Sunday 9 June 2024 are not exempt from voting, as voting is compulsory in Belgium.
  • 19 October 2023

    Do you meet the requirements to start a business?

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    Would you like to get started as a self-employed entrepreneur? Then you need to meet certain requirements – according to Belgian law. Furthermore, it’s possible that you’re expected to provide proof for certain skills. Find out whether this applies to you and to what extent. 
  • 23 May 2023

    Long-term foster care: new developments in leave of absence

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    A Royal Decree of 1 May 2023 provides for the assimilation of ties resulting from long-term foster care to family ties for the granting of certain leaves of absence.
  • 19 October 2023

    What is a general partnership?

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    A general partnership is a legal entity. It’s the least regulated and simplest business type. To set up a general partnership, you don’t need to visit a notary or publish a financial statement, nor do you need a financial plan. As a partner, you are unlimitedly liable in case of company debt, though, which means your private assets aren’t protected.