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As from 4 May, Belgium will gradually start the long haul out of lockdown. And when we say “gradually”, that may still be an understatement: in a PowerPoint presentation longer than the Harry Potter series and containing much less magic, the country’s Prime Minister has explained to the media each of the seemingly endless phases to a return to whatever is our new normality. What does it mean for your business in Belgium? From Monday next week, for non-critical activities and non-essential services, the main rules are as these: Homeworking is now recommended (as opposed to mandatory), provided that the employee’s position allows it. Where homeworking is not applied, employers should take the necessary measures to ensure maximal observance of the social distancing rules (in particular the 1.5 meter rule). As regards these measures, reference is made to the Generic Guide drawn up last week by the social partners of the High Council for Prevention and Protection at ...