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On 7 April 2026, the Council of State issued its opinion on the bill to transpose the EU Pay Transparency Directive. While it broadly supports the objectives of the Pay Transparency Directive, it raises concerns about feasibility, administrative burden and effectiveness.

The draft Bill implementing the Pay Transparency Directive for men and women was submitted to the Council of State for advice on 20 January 2026. It is not yet known when this advice will be issued. What is clear, however, is that following the internet consultation and input from various advisory bodies, the draft Bill has been amended on several points.