15 August is a public holiday
On Friday, 15 August, we celebrate the Assumption of Our Lady. This is a statutory public holiday. Students in your company are also entitled to this holiday if it falls within their contract period. Like other employees, they do not have to work that day but will receive a full day's pay.
15 August is also a bank holiday
On 15 August, the banks will be closed. There will be no electronic payments of wages possible. Please consider this when forwarding the performances.
Read more: "When do the banks close in 2025?"
Rules for GenAI systems in effect
From 2 August 2025, an important new phase begins. From that date, sanctions will come into effect. There will be specific regulations that your AI systems must comply with.
For example, there is a ban on AI systems that pose an unacceptable risk, and there is an obligation to ensure AI literacy among your employees.
Read more: "The use of AI in the workplace: some points of attention."
Flash inspections in the beauty sector
In August 2025, flash inspections will be conducted by the inspection services in the beauty sector (JC 314), focusing on nail salons.
Read more: "Flash inspections in the beauty sector in August"
Expansion of eco-cheques list
In the National Labour Council (NAR), a collective agreement was reached to expand the list of items employees can purchase with their eco-cheques. Items such as tumble dryers, smartphones, and class A tablets have been added. The purchase of second-hand products has been simplified and now includes all products, except for devices with non-electric motors and hybrid devices. A new category for subscriptions and connections for libraries, play libraries, baby libraries, and bike libraries has been introduced. This new regulation came into effect on 15 July 2025.
Read more: "Updated list (NAR)"
What does Securex do for you?
Every quarter, we organise a webinar on social updates. In this webinar, we discuss important news that you should not miss. This includes the implementation of the summer agreement and regulations regarding wage transparency. Read more: social updates training.
