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The Dutch Scheme – high flexibility in plan contents and possibility to affect group guarantees

The Act on confirmation of private restructuring plans – which introduces a framework allowing debtors to restructure their debts outside formal insolvency proceedings (the “Dutch Scheme“) – was adopted by the Dutch Senate on 6 October 2020.

Commission adopts banking package in response to COVID-19 pandemic

The European Commission adopts a banking package to bolster lending amid COVID-19, urging banks to utilize EU frameworks fully. It includes Interpretative Communication and "quick fix" amendments to banking rules.

The effects of the coronavirus crisis on the European Emissions Trading System - amended 29 April 2020

Coronavirus measures are impacting many different areas of society and the economy. The European Emission Trading System (ETS) for CO2 emission allowances is also being affected.

Finding your way through the maze of Belgian aid measures available to businesses in times of COVID-19

In order to help companies in these dire times of COVID-19, Belgium’s federal and regional governments have provided an arsenal of aid measures. Sophie Van Besien, Michèle de Clerck and Peter Wytinck provide an overview.

Luxembourg introduces new State aid scheme for businesses affected by Covid-19

Following the Luxembourg government’s declaration of a state emergency and as part of the new measures in response to the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic, the country has adopted a new law in an effort to support businesses suffering financially.

Overview of Legislative Proposal on Collective Action (NL) – Update June 2019

In the Netherlands, it is possible for a representative entity to bring a "collective action" on an "opt-out basis" under article 3:305a of the Dutch Civil Code (the "DCC"). However, under the current provisions in Dutch law, the representative entity is

EU Council suggests fundamental changes to proposal for Directive on representative actions

The proposed text for a Directive on representative actions for the protection of the collective interests of consumers has radically changed – again.

Legislative proposal for mass damages claims approved by the Dutch House of Representatives

On 29 January 2019, the Dutch House of Representatives approved the legislative proposal that introduces collective actions for damages under article 3:305a of the Dutch Civil Code (DCC). This proposal aims to amend article 3:305a DCC to enable collective

Legislative proposal on mass damages claims approved by the Dutch Senate

On 19 March 2019, the Dutch Senate approved the legislative proposal that introduces collective actions for damages under article 3:305a of the Dutch Civil Code (DCC). As the legislative proposal did not give rise to any debate in the Senate, it was passe

Climate case Milieudefensie et al. – The Hague District Court orders Shell to reduce CO2 emissions

On May 26, 2021, the District Court of The Hague rendered its judgment in the case between Milieudefensie and others against Shell.

Courts take lenient approach to standing of ‘idealistic’ claim foundations under Dutch class action regime

Recent case law on the standing of ‘idealistic’ claim foundations shows courts’ lenient approach.

Immanuel Claessens

Associate Brussels

Verhoogde lozingsnormen voor PFOS: een kwestie van motivering?

Dat een aanvrager de lozingsnormen voor PFOS nauwkeurig moet onderzoeken en dit door het vergunningverlenend bestuur zorgvuldig moet worden beoordeeld, blijkt nogmaals uit een recent arrest van de Raad voor Vergunningsbetwistingen van 15 april 2025.

Employment, Benefits and Pensions

Pensions

Both in the Netherlands and in Belgium, the pensions sector is one of the most complex and regulated sectors, continuously evolving and faced with a range of challenges. Our team helps clients navigate complex pension issues, offering clear and pragmatic advice tailored to meet their specific needs.

Branda Katan teaches course on Dutch class action regime

Branda Katan will co-teach the current affairs ‘WAMCA’ course on 2 February 2022 from 14:00 to 18:15 at the Centrum voor Postacademisch Juridisch Onderwijs. Branda, together with co-teacher Professor Ruud Hermans, will discuss all aspects of the Dutch cla

Cross-border corporate lending into the Netherlands

Cross-border corporate lending is set for change as CRD VI introduces new licensing obligations, requiring non-EU lenders to reassess their activities in the Netherlands and the EU for all in scope contracts signed on or after 11 July 2026.

Do the math: ACM publishes strategy on monitoring use algorithms

The ACM worries that the use of algorithms may lead to the creation of cartels, or nudge consumers towards a purchasing decision that is not in their best interest.

ESMA publishes report on licencing of fintech firms across europe

On 12 July, the European Securities and Markets Authority ("ESMA") published a report on the status of licencing regimes of FinTech firms across the European Union ("EU").

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