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For businesses, the past several weeks have been amongst the most unpredictable in recent memory. The tariffs imposed by the United States have created new challenges and opportunities for companies across the globe. We take a look at the key legal considerations for employers in Canada as they weigh-up changes in their workforce to respond to an uncertain economic and business environment. On a sometimes-daily…
As the June 2026 deadline for the implementation of the EU Pay Transparency Directive looms ever closer, Ireland has become the fourth EU member state to take steps towards transposing some of the requirements of the Directive. On 15 January 2025, the Irish Government published a General Scheme of the Equality (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2024 which includes two provisions aimed at enhancing transparency prior to…
On 14 January 2025, the Advocate General proposed that the European Court of Justice (the ‘CJEU’) annul the EU Directive on adequate minimum wages. The annulment of a directive is rare, with the outcome of the CJEU’s decision important not just for the status of the directive itself, but also the relationship between the EU and its member states. The Directive on adequate minimum wages…
In February 2025, the EU proposed reduced sustainability reporting rules for a large majority of businesses, responding to criticism that EU red tape hinders competitiveness with other countries. Below, we look at the potential impact of the so-called ‘Omnibus package’ on the CSRD. Following the recommendations made in the Draghi report and the subsequent review by the EU Commission on how it can strengthen the…
The EU AI Act came into force on 1 August 2024, and the first obligations now apply, having taken effect on 2 February 2025. These obligations relate to promoting artificial intelligence (‘AI’) literacy on the one hand and banning certain AI practices on the other. From 2 August 2026, most obligations must be complied with by organisations covered by the Act. With the AI Act,…
2025, like most years, will be dominated by prominent sporting events. But with many of these sporting events likely to take place during working hours, and some employees hoping to watch-along live, we explore the lessons from Luxembourg on how employers can navigate this complex area. Many sporting competitions take place live in the morning or later in the afternoon, while others are adjusted to…
In the fast-paced, ever-changing world of data, privacy, cyber, and AI, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Following Data Protection Day 2025 last month, we’ve identified ten key themes that might significantly impact employers in the coming year. Here’s a summary of the most recent developments and what professionals in these fields should look out for in 2025. 1. Artificial Intelligence (AI) AI continues…
Romantic relationships at work are a tale as old as time and something of an inevitability given the proximity that colleagues share day in, day out. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, workplace romances are unlikely to go away anytime soon and so it is important that employers take the appropriate steps to mitigate any risks that could arise. Romantic relationships between employees is…
France has tabled a new collective agreement aimed at promoting the employment of ‘experienced employees’. While its entry into force still has some way to go, the proposed agreement represents an important step towards recognising older employees as a workplace priority, unlocking their potential against the backdrop of a dramatically ageing global workforce. It is now well known that the global workforce is getting older….
The Supreme Court has ruled that a disabled employee should have been considered for redeployment to another vacant position outside their place of work. Under the Anti-Discrimination Act, employers must take appropriate measures to give employees with disabilities continued access to employment, unless this imposes a disproportionate burden on the employer. It follows from recent case law of the European Court of Justice that such…