European Employment Insights 10-24
European Employment Insights by Andersen This issue offers in-depth analyses of the latest developments in employment legislation, regulations, legal precedents, and collective agreements across 18 European countries. This month’s European Partner Spotlight features an interview with Szilvia Fehérvári from Andersen Hungary, who shares valuable insights on Hungary's employment law reforms and their impact on workplace disputes. Additionally, we examine the rising trend of termination agreements and provide practical guidance for employers on effectively managing wrongful termination claims.
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01.10.2026
•Real Estate, Renting and Co-ownership, Andersen in Belgium
New Code of Ethics for Real Estate Agents: More Than a Mere Update
On 21 September 2026, the Royal Decree of 20 July 2026 approving the new Code of Ethics of the Professional Institute of Real Estate Agents (BIV) was published in the Belgian Official Gazette. The new Code enters into force on 1 October 2026, the date on which the 2018 regulations are repealed.
29.09.2026
•Urban Planning and Environmental Law, Andersen in Belgium
Financially contributing to a spatial implementation plan (RUP) poses a risk to your permit
A developer who contributes financially to the drafting of a spatial implementation plan may thereby jeopardize their integrated environmental permit. This follows a ruling by the Council for Permit Disputes dated September 17, 2026. The ruling addresses a practice that is widespread throughout Flanders.
17.09.2026
•Urban Planning and Environmental Law, Andersen in Belgium
Health organisations to become part of the public concerned in urban and environmental permitting procedures
Non-governmental organisations dedicated to protecting human health will soon be able, like environmental protection organisations, to qualify as part of the “public concerned” in urban and/or environmental permitting procedures. This will broaden the range of organisations that may challenge a permitting decision, adding a new dimension to future permitting procedures.
08.09.2026
•Real Estate, Renting and Co-ownership, Andersen in Belgium
Flanders Cracks Down on Substandard Housing with Significantly Higher Fines
Are you renting out a home with serious quality defects? If so, you risk criminal prosecution. Starting today, penalties for renting substandard housing in Flanders will be significantly increased. A fine can reach up to 800,000 euros under aggravating circumstances. At the same time, judges will have greater discretion to tailor the penalty to the severity of the offense.