in the UK for example, which is still sort of in the EU during the transition period, a non-compete IS enforceable as long as it is reasonable and proportionate

in the UK for example, which is still sort of in the EU during the transition period, a non-compete IS enforceable as long as it is reasonable and proportionate. Overly long time periods or overly broad geography will get it struck out, but 6 months not working for a direct competitor is usually going to be fair game.