by | Aug 26, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
Japan’s new workplace harassment rules are set to come into force on 1st October 2026. The reforms are designed to strengthen protections for both employees and job applicants, reflecting growing expectations around workplace wellbeing, equality and respectful...
by | Aug 26, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
According to the official 2026 payment calendar (issued by the Brazilian government), workers in Brazil who were born in November or December will become eligible to receive their Abono Salarial (PIS/Pasep) payment from 17th August 2026. This payment relates to the...
by | Aug 26, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
For many migrants working towards residence in New Zealand, keeping pace with changing wage thresholds has been one of the more challenging aspects of the immigration process. But from 24th August 2026, Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is simplifying New Zealand Work to...
by | Jul 31, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
Canadian employers have another payroll update to be aware of this summer. Effective from 1 July 2026, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced updated payroll deduction formulas and tables that should be reflected in payroll calculations going forward. While...
by | Jul 31, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
On 15 July 2026, Colombia’s new statutory working week is now a maximum of 42 hours (down from 44). This marked the final stage of a gradual reduction introduced by Law 2101 of 2021, which has progressively lowered working hours without affecting employee pay or...
by | Jul 31, 2026 | Expansion Insights, Recruitment Insights
On 1 July 2026, The Netherlands increased its statutory minimum wage as part of the government’s biannual review. Employees aged 21 and over must now receive a minimum hourly wage of €14.99, up from €14.71. Minimum wage rates have also increased for younger...
