On 1 July 2023, the framework agreement on cross-border telework signed by 18 European member states came into force. This historic agreement marks an important development in how telework is handled within social security frameworks.

On 1 August, the new legislation regarding a central register for disqualifications came into effect. In the past, disqualifications issued by the courts often seemed to fail to achieve their purpose as there was no suitable follow-up mechanism. The central register is intended to change this situation.

The next social elections are to be held between 13 and 26 May 2024. Organised every four years, social elections are held to elect employee representatives to works councils and committees for prevention and protection in the workplace.