Host Kato Aerts interviews Sarah Witvrouw about the legal complexities surrounding influencers, especially child influencers, and their professional status, tax obligations, and legal protections in Belgium.
30 Apr 2025
The abolition of SWT
In episode 25 of Employment Talks, Lydian’s employment law podcast, Kato Aerts, Employment Partner, welcomes Thomas De keersmaecker, Associate in our Employment, Pensions & Benefits team, to discuss one of the most significant upcoming labour law reforms in Belgium: the abolition of SWT (Unemployment with Company Supplement).
What exactly is SWT, who can still benefit from it, and why has the government decided to phase it out as of 30 June 2025?
In this episode, we cover:
✔️ What SWT entails and who is eligible
✔️ The latest updates following the Group of 10 agreement
✔️ The reasoning behind the reform
✔️ What the abolition means in practice for employers and employees
A must-listen for HR professionals, employers and anyone involved in workforce planning.
21 Mar 2025
Employment plan for older employees
In this episode, Kato Aerts, Employment Partner, sits down with Penelope Desmet, Associate in our Employment, Pensions & Benefits team, to discuss a crucial topic: employment plans for older employees.
With the deadline fast approaching, companies with more than 20 employees must submit an employment plan aimed at keeping professionals aged 45+ in the workforce. But what does this mean in practice?
✔️ What measures can employers implement to support older employees?
✔️ How can businesses comply with the Collective Labour Agreement No. 104?
✔️ What are the consequences of non-compliance?
This episode breaks down the legal framework, practical steps, and key takeaways to ensure businesses are prepared.
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