Annotatie onder Hoge Raad - 11 december 2015

Short Reads - Read in Dutch The spread of the coronavirus has developed into a severe crisis that is also affecting the construction and rental industry in the Netherlands. Catering operators and retailers are wondering (among other difficult questions) whether they can pause their rent payments while they have no or very little turnover.

Short Reads - In view of the developments concerning the coronavirus, we hereby inform you of our business operations and the measures we take to ensure the continuity of our services to you.

Short Reads - Read in English Het coronavirus heeft inmiddels een ingrijpende crisis teweeggebracht die ook de bouw- en huursector niet ongemoeid laat. Zo vragen onder meer horeca-exploitanten en winkeliers zich af of zij de huur kunnen stopzetten nu zij niet of nauwelijks nog omzet maken.

Short Reads - Recent measures taken by the Dutch government to contain the outbreak and spread of COVID-19 (a novel Coronavirus) have led to an increase in questions regarding the consequences for commercial contracts. These measures influence society as whole, and have a serious impact on a wide range of specific sectors and industries. These measures have put the performance of commercial contracts, spanning activities ranging from delivering supplies to operating flights, under pressure. The following may provide some helpful general guidance.