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June 2025 edition of Gender Pay Transparency Guide now available

June 2025 edition of Gender Pay Transparency Guide now available

Find the latest information on global pay transparency developments in the June 2025 edition of our Gender Pay Transparency Guide.

23 June 2025 2 min read

Employment law 5 in 5: July 2025

Employment law 5 in 5: July 2025

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

4 August 2025 3 min read

Texas restricts non-disclosure provisions in settlement agreements

Texas restricts non-disclosure provisions in settlement agreements

From September 1, 2025 non-disclosure and confidentiality provisions that prohibit a person from disclosing an act of sexual abuse will be void and unenforceable.

4 August 2025 1 min read

Employment law 5 in 5: July 2025

Employment law 5 in 5: July 2025

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

4 August 2025 3 min read

Texas restricts non-disclosure provisions in settlement agreements

Texas restricts non-disclosure provisions in settlement agreements

From September 1, 2025 non-disclosure and confidentiality provisions that prohibit a person from disclosing an act of sexual abuse will be void and unenforceable.

4 August 2025 1 min read

California releases notice and guidance on family violence leave

California releases notice and guidance on family violence leave

The guidance follows the law, in effect January 1, 2025, giving workplace protections to survivors of acts of violence and their family members.

4 August 2025 1 min read

Florida CHOICE Act expanding employer non-compete options takes effect

Florida CHOICE Act expanding employer non-compete options takes effect

The Act allows for easier enforcement of covered non-compete agreements, extending the maximum enforceable period to four years.

4 August 2025 4 min read

New regulation on the extension and flexibility of birth and childcare leave

New regulation on the extension and flexibility of birth and childcare leave

Birth and childcare leave has been extended in Spain.

30 July 2025 1 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.

Post-termination restrictions

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.

An increase to Chile’s minimum wage

An increase to Chile’s minimum wage

The monthly minimum wage in Chile increased from May 1, 2025. A further increase is due in January 2026.

29 July 2025 1 min read

Pension reform and employer contribution increase

Pension reform and employer contribution increase

A new mixed pension system and a Social Security Pension Insurance has been introduced within the contributory pillar.

29 July 2025 2 min read

Instructions for the implementation of the Labor Reform on apprenticeship contracts

Instructions for the implementation of the Labor Reform on apprenticeship contracts

The new Labor Reform Law raised questions in regard to apprenticeship contracts, and guidance has been issued to help understand it.

28 July 2025 3 min read

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Recent trends and developments in labour inspections under the new administration

Recent trends and developments in labour inspections under the new administration

South Korea ramps up labour inspections with new 'labour police', surprise checks, and targeted enforcement under President Lee’s reform agenda.

25 July 2025 3 min read

Increased protections for workers suffering from chronic diseases

Increased protections for workers suffering from chronic diseases

New law grants extended unpaid leave, agile working priority, and more paid medical leave.

24 July 2025 1 min read

New certification and licensing requirements for finance and logistics professionals in Oman

New certification and licensing requirements for finance and logistics professionals in Oman

The Ministry of Labour in the Sultanate of Oman has introduced two significant regulatory changes that will impact professionals working in the finance and logistics sectors.

24 July 2025 2 min read

Quebec proposes French language legislation targeting digital platforms and their content

Quebec proposes French language legislation targeting digital platforms and their content

Bill 96 was introduced which aims to ensure the discoverability of original French language cultural content.

23 July 2025 6 min read

Preparing for upcoming EU Pay Transparency requirements: A practical guide

Preparing for upcoming EU Pay Transparency requirements: A practical guide

A summary of key requirements, the status of legislation in each EU Member State, and next steps for employers in regard to the EU Pay Transparency Directive.

23 July 2025 7 min read

Italian Constitutional Court rules that six month indemnity cap for unlawful dismissals in small businesses is unconstitutional

Italian Constitutional Court rules that six month indemnity cap for unlawful dismissals in small businesses is unconstitutional

The Italian Constitutional Court has ruled unconstitutional the six month indemnity cap for unlawful dismissals in small businesses.

23 July 2025 2 min read