News in the spotlight

'Older workers' employment plan: deadline approaching

Since 2013, every organisation with more than 20 employees has been required to draw up an employment plan to retain or increase the number of employees aged 45 and over (NAC CAO 104). What obligations does an employment plan entail for you as an employer? And what legalities do you need to consider?

Reduction in time credit benefits: key changes

It was announced last October and is now becoming a reality: time credit with motive will remain possible, but the right to additional benefits from the NEO will be reduced from February 2023. Acerta summarises the changes and answers key questions following this development.

Purchasing power premium: what do we already know?

The government reached an agreement on the 2023-2024 wage index in late November 2022. This agreement provides for a purchasing power premium. The government approved the legal framework of this premium for the first time at the Council of Ministers on 23 December 2022. What do we already know and what are the next steps?

Are you ready for the Whistleblowing Directive?

The European Whistle-blower Directive had to be transposed into Belgian law by 17 December. Although Belgium did not meet the deadline, you can already prepare your organisation for what is to come, as the implementation of this directive will bring new obligations with it. What exactly do you need to prepare for as an employer? We give you the broad outlines of the Whistle-blower Directive.

Budget measures for 2023: an overview for employers

The budget measures for 2023 have been approved. What will change for employers? Here is an overview.

Company in difficulties? How to create financial breathing space

The Covid pandemic, the conflict in Ukraine, rising prices (energy and otherwise), a growing wave of bankruptcies... These are turbulent times, and perhaps your company is also in turbulent waters? These tips help you create financial breathing space.

Wage agreement for 2023-2024: what does it entail?

The government has reached a consensus on the wage agreement for 2023-2024. What does the proposal entail? What are the next steps you should take?

Historically high wage indexation: now what?

Is there a fixed indexation date for your sector? Then you are looking at historically high wage indexation. This is a reason for concern, as your wage costs will increase dramatically. As an employer, what actions can you take?

What if your employee has financial problems?

These are challenging times for you as an employer, but your employees also have financial challenges today. How do you recognise employees with financial problems? And how can you deal with that in your organisation?