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Spain introduces tax revisions for 2021
The Spanish government passed the General Budget Law for 2021, which includes pension contributions changes and other tax measures impacting employment. The new changes entered into effect on 1 January 2021. Pension plans In Spain, employees are allowed to […]
Italy reduces social contributions for first-time employees, female new hires and workers in pandemic affected regions
The Italian Budget Law for the year 2021 (Law 30 December 2020, No. 178) introduced several measures to promote stable employment of women and young people by including a reduction of social security contributions to INPS (Istituto Nazionale della Previdenza […]
Ireland to introduce new teleworking legal framework
On 15 January 2021, the Irish government published a work from home guidance known as “Making Remote Work – National Remote Working Strategy” (the “Strategy”), which sets out the government’s plan to introduce an action plan to make remote work […]
Italy increases paternity leave
The Italian Budget Law for the year 2021 (Law 30 December 2020, No. 178) introduced several measures to include an increase of the mandatory government-paid paternity leave from seven working days to 10 working days, with an optional extra day […]
Mexico introduces new teleworking obligations
The Mexican government passed amendments to the federal labor law on teleworking. The amendments clarify existing teleworking regulations and create new obligations for both employers and employees. The reform was published in the Mexican Federal Official Gazette and entered into […]
Brexit update: What now?
The United Kingdom (UK) and the European Union (EU) have finally reached a post-Brexit trade deal. The UK left the EU on 31 January 2020, but remained tied to the EU during a transition period until 31 December 2020. As […]
COVID-19 vaccines: What multinational employers need to know
Please note: For the latest updates on COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine rollout plans, please visit the World Health Organization (WHO) and national regulatory agencies. The below information is designed to guide businesses to known, credible resources covering COVID-19 and does […]
Mexico to reform social security pension system [Updated]
Update: On 16 December 2020, the Mexican government passed amendments to the social security and retirement savings systems laws. The new pension reform is effective as of 1 January 2021. Click here for a Dec. 2020 report (Spanish) prepared by Lockton […]
Netherlands releases pension reform framework [Updated]
Update: The Dutch government recently released a pension reform draft bill for public consultation. Early retirement changes are expected to enter into force through an accelerated legislative approval process in January 2021. All other provisions will be effective on 1 […]