CELIA Alliance Newsletter: June 2026

Posted on 29th May, 2026
, in UK 
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Estimated reading time 2 minutes

This month’s read:

  • Changes to how self-employment is assessed under new social security law in Germany
  • Countdown reminder for the EU's Pay Transparency Directive
  • The UK's Share Plan Reporting deadline reminder

Also, check out our Global Mobility Hub resources:   

  • Assess international remote working risk in 18 jurisdictions
  • Download our survey of expatriate tax regimes across Europe, North America and China

Key Reminders

Share Plan Reporting Deadline

The UK deadline for share plan reporting is approaching on 6 July.

Are you prepared?

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EU Pay Transparency Directive

Major updates will take effect from 7 June 2026.

Fidere Avocats' article breaks down the key actions to consider.

International News

Germany's proposed "new self-employment": considerations for HR, clients and freelancers


Germany has announced proposed reforms to how self-employment is assessed under social security law, with a new optional “self-employment” status proposed from 1 January 2028.

Keller Menz, our German member firm, explores the shortfalls of the current German system, and what employers and contractors should prepare for ahead of the proposed implementation date.

Cross-Border Working and Global Mobility Hub


CELIA Alliance gives you access to expert knowledge in 70+ countries, helping businesses navigate the legal, tax, HR, and compliance challenges of global mobility and international remote working.

Our Cross-Border Working Hub brings together practical resources designed to help employers plan with confidence, avoid compliance risks, and unlock the opportunities of a globally mobile workforce.

How can CELIA Alliance help?

We help international organisations make the most of their people wherever they are in the world by providing the best integrated multidisciplinary legal and tax services through a common approach to client service and shared values.

CELIA Alliance also offers comprehensive international assignments and global mobility, tax and social security compliance services. We can help you make the most of employing, organising, paying, incentivising, and moving your people within and across borders.