EU and Competition Law
No time to rest! Updates on Dutch and European investment screening
After a busy 2024 in terms of screening action, there is no time to take a rest for the Dutch and EU legislators on the topic of investment screening. Time for another update!
Employers beware: the Commission joins the ‘labour party’
Companies should review their recruitment and hiring policies and practices. The Commission has joined the hunt for ‘job cartels’ with its first ever cartel in the labour market.
Say cheese! Are your distribution agreements picture-perfect?
Suppliers and distributors should double-check their agreements. The European Court of Justice has provided guidance for the assessment of exclusive distribution agreements.
Shaping the Future: The Belgian Competition Authority’s 2025 Roadmap
On 29 April 2025, the Belgian Competition Authority announced its sectoral and strategic priorities. These priorities reflect a confident authority that seeks to strengthen its enforcement tools to meet new challenges in competition law.