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Op 29 februari 2024 heeft het federale parlement de wet tot motivering van ontslag en kennelijk onredelijk ontslag van contractuele werknemers in de overheidssector goedgekeurd. Deze wet treedt op 1 mei 2024 in werking.

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Belgium, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Belgium's employment law landscape is undergoing significant changes with the reintroduction of probationary-like provisions and new notice period caps. Starting June 1, 2026, employers and employees will navigate a one-week notice period during the first six months of employment, while long-tenured workers will see their maximum notice period capped at 52 weeks after 17 years of service.

There are a number of significant reforms expected, including on the rules relating to dismissal, employment status and zero-hour contracts...