Belgium seeks additional time for European Union pay transparency directive implementation. Deadline was early June, but agreement between social partners remains unresolved today.
Letter sent by Ministers David Clarinval and Rob Beenders hopes to avoid penalties.
European Parliament approved new rules last year to address gender pay gaps. Implementation delays are widespread due to practical challenges among many member states.
In Belgium, worker and employer negotiations stalled over unanswered questions and ongoing talks. Belgian business federation supports delay, citing excessive bureaucracy and requesting revised rules.