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The EU Pay Transparency Directive (Podcast)

In this episode of our podcast series, Louise O'Byrne, Partner, and Hannah O'Farrell, Senior Associate, in our Employment Group discuss the incoming EU Pay Transparency Directive, in particular its implementation...

Ireland Employment

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Arthur Cox

The EU Pay Transparency Directive (Video) (Podcast)

In this episode of our podcast series, Louise O'Byrne, Partner, and Hannah O'Farrell, Senior Associate, in our Employment Group discuss the incoming EU Pay Transparency Directive...

Ireland Employment

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Arthur Cox

Horizon Scanning What Irish Employers Need To Know For 2026

As we approach the final weeks of 2025, Irish employers and employees should prepare for a series of significant employment law changes taking effect from January 2026.

Ireland Employment

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RDJ LLP

Further Clarity On The German Pay Transparency Act: Top Earners As Suitable Comparators

The EU Pay Transparency Directive stipulates that member states must transpose their provisions into national law by June 7, 2026.

Germany Employment

LM

Littler Mendelson

Gay Life In Malta – LGBTQ+ Travel, Rights, Nightlife, And Gay-Friendly Stays

Malta Healthcare

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Malta Sotheby's International Realty

Introduction Of Miscarriage Leave Regulations

Malta Employment

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FFF Legal

Beyond Barriers: Disability Rights In The Workplace

Worldwide Employment

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Ius Laboris

Parental Leave Trends Across Jurisdictions: 6 Key Takeaways For Employers

European Union Employment

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Ius Laboris

Court Of Justice Of The European Union Strengthens The Rights Of Parents With Disabled Children

Germany Employment

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Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart

Sexual Harassment At Work: How Are Countries Responding?

Worldwide Employment

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Ius Laboris

Final Report On The Implementation Of The Pay Transparency Directive

Germany Commercial

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Oppenhoff

Abschlussbericht zur Umsetzung der Entgelttransparenzrichtlinie

Germany Employment

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Oppenhoff

EU Pay Transparency Countdown In Germany

Germany Employment

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A&O Shearman

A Medical Certificate: Not Always What It Seems

Belgium Employment

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Altius

Ep1 - Planning Ahead - The Planning And Development Act 2024 (Podcast)

Ireland Real Estate

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William Fry

The Italian Market: Gaming & Regulation (Podcast)

Italy Media & IT

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WH Partners

E-commerce : Les Enjeux Juridiques Pour Préparer 2026 (Video)

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Haas Avocats

Podcast Series Episode 8: Multiple-Vote Share Structures Directive

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Bernitsas Law

EUDR Update: One-year Delay Cancelled As EU Proposes New 'Targeted' Simplification Measures – What Does This Mean For Businesses?

Belgium Commercial

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Fieldfisher

AI In HR: Enhancing Practice And Mitigating Its Risks

The use of AI by HR teams is widespread, with more than 1 in 4 of employers in Ireland having introduced AI to their recruitment processes.

Ireland Employment

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RDJ LLP

Denmark's 2025/2026 Legislative Programme: A Quiet Omission On EU Pay Transparency

In the normal way, the Danish Government has published its legislative programme for the parliamentary year 2025/2026.

Denmark Employment

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Ius Laboris

When Saying Nothing Is Not An Option: Sexual Offences Laws Cut Through The Silence

Recently, various cases have arisen – from ‘spiking' committed by bar staff and the case of rape in Leuven to the prosecution of various public figures – that have once again fuelled debate within society on the subject of consent and about unacceptable and inappropriate behaviour.

Belgium Criminal

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Monard Law

CJEU: Exclusion Of Temporary Employment Contracts From The Duty To Motivate Dismissal Violates EU Law

The case concerns a prejudicial question from a Polish court regarding a dispute between a fixed-term worker and his former employer.

Belgium Employment

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Van Olmen & Wynant

The Pay Transparency Directive – Joint Pay Assessments

Ireland Employment

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Matheson

Federal Labour Court Strengthens Equal Pay: A Single Comparator Suffices – No "Preponderant Probability" Required

Germany Employment

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PwC Legal Germany

Signaleur De Confiance, Le Conseil D'État Confirme Le Rejet De L'ARCOM

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Haas Avocats

Pay Discrimination Based On A Pair Comparison – Consequences Of The Federal Labour Court's Decision

Germany Employment

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Oppenhoff

Entgeltdiskriminierung aufgrund von Paarvergleich – Konsequenzen der BAG Entscheidung

Germany Employment

OP

Oppenhoff

Malta Budget 2026

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Mamo TCV Advocates

European Pay Transparency Directive: Implementation Challenges, Status, And Risks

European Union Employment

LM

Littler Mendelson

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

Belgium Employment

AdLex Advocaten & Bemiddelaars

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

Luxembourg Employment

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BSP

From Hashtag To HR In The EU: Managing Political Opinions In The Workplace

France Employment

LM

Littler Mendelson

European Pay Transparency Directive: Implementation Challenges, Status, And Risks

EU member states must transpose the EU Pay Transparency Directive into their national laws by June 2026, but the implementation process has been uneven.

European Union Employment

LM

Littler Mendelson

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

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

Belgium Employment

AdLex Advocaten & Bemiddelaars

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

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

Luxembourg Employment

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BSP

From Hashtag To HR In The EU: Managing Political Opinions In The Workplace

The dramatic growth of international conflict and huge political change has led to one of the most pressing and complex challenges facing modern workplaces.

France Employment

LM

Littler Mendelson

Ergani ΙΙ: The Era Of Digital Hiring In Greece Has Arrived

Greece Employment

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Eurofast

International Recruitment To Finland – Key Employment Law Considerations

The lack of skilled professionals can be one of the biggest challenges for companies and other organizations looking to grow and internationalize.

Finland Employment

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Dottir

Malta Labour Migration Policy Updates 2025

Malta has introduced significant reforms to its labour migration framework. The first set of measures came into force on 1 August 2025, while further enhancements will apply from 1 October 2025.

Malta Immigration

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Papilio Services Limited

Pay Transparency In Malta: Preparing For The Changes Effective 27 August 2025

The EU Pay Transparency Directive, which came into force on 6 June 2023, must be transposed into national law by all European Member States by 7 June 2026.

Malta Employment

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WH Partners

Sexual Harassment Investigations Require Careful Handling To Ensure Fairness And Compliance With Internal Policies

An employee has recently raised a complaint of sexual harassment against another employee, and I want to ensure that the investigation is carried out fairly.

Ireland Employment

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RDJ LLP

New Legal Framework On Workplace Violence And Harassment In Cyprus

Cyprus Employment

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Chrysses Demetriades & Co

Απόφαση Ανωτάτου Δικαστηρίου Η.B. που καθορίζει τον ορισμό «αρσενικό» και «θηλυκό»με αναφορά στο αρχικό βιολογικό φύλο

Cyprus Employment

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Ioannides Demetriou

The Proposed Traineeship Directive

Malta Employment

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GVZH Advocates

Ditching DEI: Causes For Concern And The Case For Inclusive Policies

Worldwide Employment

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RDJ LLP

Ab Wann Profitieren Teilzeitbeschäftigte Von Überstundenzuschlägen?

Germany Employment

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Kliemt.HR Lawyers

Job Architecture: The Key To Modern HR Work And Legally Compliant Remuneration

Germany Employment

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Oppenhoff

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

Austria Employment

Gerlach Rechtsanwalte

Poland Implements Initial Steps To Transpose EU Pay Transparency Directive Into Labour Code

Poland Employment

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Addleshaw Goddard

More Employment Rights Bill Amendments Published

Ireland Employment

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Lewis Silkin

Newsflash | Moral Harassment In The Workplace: Employers' Obligations In Light Of A Significant Increase In Reports

Luxembourg Employment

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CMS Luxembourg

Does The 'For Women Scotland' Ruling Apply To Northern Ireland? The Equality Commission For NI Releases Guidance

Ireland Employment

LS

Lewis Silkin

A Seat At The Table: Italy's New Employee Participation Law

Italy Commercial

IL

Ius Laboris

A Unified Approach To Accessibility: EU-Wide Consumer Protections Effective From 28 June 2025

European Union Consumer

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Michael Kyprianou Law Firm

Expansion Of Class Action Rights For Workers: A New Era In French Employment Law?

France Employment

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Mayer Brown

Cyprus Expands Workplace Harassment Protections

Cyprus Employment

IL

Ius Laboris

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The EU Pay Transparency Directive (Video) (Podcast)

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Arthur Cox

WEBINAR VIDEO | Help… Am I Still Up-to-date With The Current Trends In Labour Law?

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Altius

Zero Tolerance! Addressing Harassment In The Workplace (Video)

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Arendt & Medernach

Equal Pay Day 2022: What's Happening With The Gender Pay Gap?

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Ius Laboris

Video: Employment Law Roundup Part 2 – Important Cases From 2020

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William Fry

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