When do the financial statements and the annual report have to be published?
What is the procedure for publishing the financial statements and the annual report? How much time does the company have for this procedure?
What is a Works Council?
In the Netherlands, employees have a legal right to participate. In what way can employees participate through a Works Council?
What are Central Works Councils and Group Works Councils?
Why would a company have a Central Works Council and Group Works Council? What is the difference between these Works Councils and the regular Works council?
What are the rights of the Works Council?
The Works Council cannot bind the company, but it has to be involved in the decision-making process on many occasions. What rights does the law provides the Works Council with respect to this?
What are the rights and powers of the shareholders?
The shareholders are the owners of the company. What can they do in this capacity?
How often are shareholder meetings held?
Shareholders have the right to vote in the general meeting of shareholders and if they own at least 1% of the shares, they can put items on the agenda of the meeting.
What type of shares can be issued?
There are different types of shares. Which types can be issued? What are the differences?
What are share transfer restrictions?
A share transfer restriction safeguards the private character of the BV. How?
When do the shares have to be fully paid?
Share capital of a BV does not have to be paid in full immediately. However, it is recommendable to not wait too long. Why?
What is the paid-in capital of a BV?
To be able to start a BV, you have to fulfill the minimum capital requirements. How much is the minimum capital?
