Flexi-jobs opened up to almost all sectors This 1 July marks the extension of flexi-jobs to all sectors, to the delight of the Minister for Employment, David Clarinval, who described the system as a "win-win" and a "success story" on La Premiè... Employment Federal 3 Jul 2026
Workplace accidents: Belgium proposes a European Day of Remembrance Belgium, together with Italy and Hungary, has proposed the creation of a European Day in memory of the victims of workplace accidents at the Council of the European Union for Employment (EPSCO). It is... Employment Europe Europe and international affairs Federal Press releases 30 Jun 2026
Heatwaves: David Clarinval recalls protective measures at work In the face of heatwaves, the Minister of Employment, David Clarinval, points out that when it is too hot at work, employees are entitled to a number of protective measures. He also stresses the impor... Employment Federal Press releases 24 Jun 2026
Pyrotechnic articles: David Clarinval tightens the rules on sale and possession The Minister of Economy has adopted a royal decree, published today, banning the sale and possession of certain articles that are used dangerously, endangering public safety and that of their users. T... Federal Press releases Security and justice 24 Jun 2026
Consumer credit: Clarinval extends the right to be forgotten for people cured of cancer Today, in the Parliament's Economy Committee, an important new step was taken with the approval, at second reading, of the bill reforming credit rules. Championed by the Minister of Economy, David Cla... Federal Press releases Taxation and economy 24 Jun 2026
Flexi-jobs: Parliament votes to extend them to all sectors Sophie works full-time as an administrative employee at a Brussels company. On weekends, she helps out at a local restaurant. Thanks to the flexi-job, this additional income is simple, legal, and does... Employment Federal 19 Jun 2026
David Clarinval extends the universal banking service until 2031 As more and more services become digital, it is essential that no one is left behind. Older people, those without adequate digital tools, or those who simply prefer not to use online services must be ... Administrative simplification Federal Press releases 18 Jun 2026
Business creation: +28% in Wallonia, the MR's reforms are paying off The figures speak for themselves: thanks to the MR's momentum, Wallonia is seeing a sharp rise in business creation. In the first quarter of 2026, 7,430 new companies were founded, a 28% increase comp... Administrative simplification Federal Self-employed and SMEs Wallonia 16 Jun 2026
“ Multilateralism and fair competition must remain the cardinal values of international trade ” OECD: David Clarinval stands up for fair international trade Over the past two days in Paris, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Economy, Employment and Agriculture David Clarinval represented Belgium at the OECD Council Meeting at Ministerial Level, chaire... Europe Europe and international affairs Federal Industry Press releases 5 Jun 2026
“ I want a fair market where competition is healthy and the rules are comparable. ” David Clarinval in Les Echos: strengthening Europe’s industrial base On the sidelines of the OECD ministerial meeting, David Clarinval gave an exclusive interview to the leading French economic newspaper Les Echos. The Minister for the Economy shared his analysis of th... Europe Federal Industry Press releases Taxation and economy 5 Jun 2026
David Clarinval strengthens consumer protection against over-indebtedness Good news for Belgian consumers: the bill, put forward notably by David Clarinval to better protect citizens against over-indebtedness and new forms of credit, has been approved at first reading in co... Federal Taxation and economy 3 Jun 2026
David Clarinval strengthens the fight against over-indebtedness The Chamber's Economy Committee today approved at first reading the bill put forward by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy David Clarinval. This text transposes the revised European consume... Federal Press releases Social security Taxation and economy 2 Jun 2026
