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Gender pay transparency: The new edition of our global guide brings you the latest developments
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Global

Gender pay transparency: The new edition of our global guide brings you the latest developments

Our Gender Pay Transparency Guide brings you the latest information on global pay transparency developments including implementation of the EU Gender Pay Transparency Directive.

10 June 2026 1 min read
Employment law 5 in 5: May 2026
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Global

Employment law 5 in 5: May 2026

Five developments to read for May in less than five minutes.

11 June 2026 3 min read
Argentina approves new labor regulations related to severance obligations
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Argentina

Argentina approves new labor regulations related to severance obligations

Argentina issues rules for Labor Assistance Funds to support severance payments, effective November 1, 2026.

10 June 2026 4 min read
Employment law 5 in 5: May 2026
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Global

Employment law 5 in 5: May 2026

Five developments to read for May in less than five minutes.

11 June 2026 3 min read
Argentina approves new labor regulations related to severance obligations
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Argentina

Argentina approves new labor regulations related to severance obligations

Argentina issues rules for Labor Assistance Funds to support severance payments, effective November 1, 2026.

10 June 2026 4 min read
German implementation of the EU Gender Pay Transparency Directive: Legislation not expected before 2027
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Germany

German implementation of the EU Gender Pay Transparency Directive: Legislation not expected before 2027

The Ministry has announced that the implementing legislation will not enter into force until early 2027 at the earliest, and that central employer-facing obligations will not become...

9 June 2026 1 min read
Federally regulated employers face a new era for non-compete clauses under Bill C-31
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Canada

Federally regulated employers face a new era for non-compete clauses under Bill C-31

Bill C-31 proposes broad limits on non-competes for federally regulated employers, signalling a shift toward greater employee mobility.

9 June 2026 4 min read
Brazil advances 40-hour workweek reform and two-day rest entitlement
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Brazil

Brazil advances 40-hour workweek reform and two-day rest entitlement

Brazil advances 40-hour work week reform with two paid rest days, no salary cut, and fast-tracked Senate review underway

9 June 2026 1 min read

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Colombia issues guidance on authorizing terminations of employees with reinforced job stability
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Colombia

Colombia issues guidance on authorizing terminations of employees with reinforced job stability

New labor guidance sets strict conditions for terminating employees with disabilities, requiring proof, due process, and non-discrimination.

9 June 2026 2 min read
US Federal: Unpacking the Great American AI Act
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United States

US Federal: Unpacking the Great American AI Act

Bipartisan US lawmakers unveil draft AI bill introducing oversight, audits and pre-emption, while seeking stakeholder feedback.

8 June 2026 6 min read
Italy implements pay transparency rules: Key obligations, deadlines and risks for employers
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Italy

Italy implements pay transparency rules: Key obligations, deadlines and risks for employers

Italy implements the Gender Pay Transparency Directive.

5 June 2026 3 min read

Trending topics

  • Pay equity and pay transparency

    In recent years, there has been an upward global trend in the implementation of new legal measures aimed at addressing pay equity and pay transparency. This trend continues to gather pace as more and more jurisdictions turn their focus to tackling this issue.

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    Employers have long relied on post-termination restrictions in employment agreements to protect their investments in talent, customer relationships and IP. Increasingly, however, their legitimacy is being scrutinised by legislators across the globe.
    • Italy strengthens anti-discrimination framework with new equality body
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    Italy

    Italy strengthens anti-discrimination framework with new equality body

    Italy creates a new Equality Body from 2027, expanding anti-discrimination enforcement and support for victims.

    5 June 2026 2 min read
    Belgium reportedly seeks extension to implement Gender Pay Transparency Directive
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    Belgium

    Belgium reportedly seeks extension to implement Gender Pay Transparency Directive

    Belgium may be seeking a six-month delay on pay transparency rules, but employers should continue to prepare.

    4 June 2026 1 min read
    Belgium expands voluntary overtime regime with tax advantages
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    Belgium

    Belgium expands voluntary overtime regime with tax advantages

    Belgium boosts voluntary overtime flexibility and introduces tax-free pay for up to 240 hours, increasing net earnings for employees.

    3 June 2026 2 min read
    New Year, new Super Payment schedule: What employers need to know ahead of 'Payday Super' (update)
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    Australia

    New Year, new Super Payment schedule: What employers need to know ahead of 'Payday Super' (update)

    From 1 July 2026, employers will be required to pay an employee's superannuation guarantee concurrently with ordinary salary and wages.

    3 June 2026 2 min read
    Gender Pay Transparency Directive: EU holds firm on implementation despite Sweden’s push for changes
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    Sweden

    Gender Pay Transparency Directive: EU holds firm on implementation despite Sweden’s push for changes

    The European Commission has confirmed that the Gender Pay Transparency Directive will not be subject to any regulatory simplification or delay measures.

    3 June 2026 1 min read
    Italy approves final text of legislation to implement the Gender Pay Transparency Directive (update)
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    Italy

    Italy approves final text of legislation to implement the Gender Pay Transparency Directive (update)

    Final text of implementing legislation for the Gender Pay Transparency Directive has been approved by the Council of Ministers.

    3 June 2026 2 min read
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