The New Belgian Criminal Code | What Companies Need to Know
Belgium has adopted a new Criminal Code, which entered into force on 1 September 2026, replacing the 1867 Criminal Code. This is the most significant overhaul of Belgian criminal law in over 150 years. The reform modernises the general principles of criminal liability, introduces a new sentencing system, and revisits several offences directly relevant to […]
The new EU Directive 2026/799 harmonising certain aspects of insolvency law
I. Presentation and general scope of the Directive On 1 April 2026, the EU published Directive (EU) 2026/799 harmonising key aspects of insolvency law across all Member States (the “Insolvency III Directive”). The Insolvency III Directive represents a significant milestone in the gradual harmonisation of insolvency law within the European Union. It aims to improve […]