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HR measures in the “Super nota of Bart De Wever” – What was on the table
For years, there has been a pressing need to reform Belgium’s stringent labour legislation. The so-called “Super Nota” of Bart De Wever contains several key items that could drive considerable improvements in this field. More specifically, the proposals aim to make the labour market more flexible while guaranteeing social protection and increasing the purchasing power
EUDR update: What does the EU Parliament vote mean for companies?
Last week, the European Parliament adopted a motion that confirms the one-year delay in the Regulation’s application proposed by the European Commission and approved by the EU Council last month (1). However, the MEPs also passed a new amendment establishing a ‘no-risk’ country category. The fate of this amendment, along with the one-year delay, now
VAT 6%: Extension of transitional measures for demolition-reconstruction
The Minister of Finance announced yesterday an extension until June 30, 2025, of the transitional measures for the demolition-reconstruction of housing at a VAT rate of 6%. This measure is welcome, considering that many construction projects have been delayed, particularly due to weather conditions, and that the new measures outlined in the De Wever note
ECOFIN approves VAT in the Digital Age package
On 5 November 2024, the EU Finance Ministers at ECOFIN approved the latest version of the VAT in the Digital Age (ViDA) package released on 30 October 2024. This is positive news given that Estonia had earlier raised concerns in relation to the platform rules, a matter which was the subject of compromise discussions throughout
EU Launches Consultation Phase on CBAM Implementing Regulation for Authorized Declarants
The definitive phase of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) begins in January 2026, and the European Commission has unveiled the draft Implementing Regulation outlining the criteria and procedures to obtain the status of an Authorized CBAM Declarant (1). Starting from January 2026, all operators importing goods under the CBAM scope — such as cement,
Tax Bites Podcast – Draft DAC9 Directive seeking to facilitate Pillar 2 compliance in the EU: What’s in it?
On October 28 the European Commission published a new Draft Directive, DAC 9, which seeks to harmonise the filing of the Pillar 2 Information Return within the EU. Tune in if you want to know what’s in the proposed Directive and what the attention points for business are. About the speakers Jean-Philippe Van West Maxim
Tax Bites Podcast – Belgian QDMTT return: how does it look?
Belgium published its QDMTT tax return and asks feedback to stakeholders. Are you interested to learn how Belgium looks at the QDMTT return? Tune in and get an update! About the speakers Koen De Grave Maxim Allart Pieter Deré (Host) Listen now Missed the previous episode(s)?: You can listen to the full episodes via Spotify, Google and Apple Podcasts.
Government Agreements – What is on the Table in the Flemish and Walloon Regions?
The Flemish and Walloon regional governments have already reached their respective agreement. Some of the measures will introduce significant changes to the regional taxation landscape. However, these measures have not yet been voted and still need to follow the legislative process at the regional level. Both Regions will reduce their inheritance and gift taxes (following
