WW Sanctions for Breach of Application Duty in The Hague
If you receive a WW benefit in The Hague, you are obliged to actively seek work. If you breach this application duty under the WW, the UWV may impose sanctions such as deduction or termination of your benefit. These measures are intended to encourage applications, but they may also be unjustified. This article provides all information on the sanctions, their application and how to lodge an objection with the The Hague District Court, Prins Clauslaan 60 or seek assistance from the Juridisch Loket The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10.
What does the application duty under the WW entail?
The application duty is essential for your WW benefit in The Hague. You must spend at least 18 hours per week searching for work through applications, training or internships. The requirements are set out in the Work and Security Act (WWZ) and the Work and Income Regulations (RWI).
Legal basis for sanctions on application duty in The Hague
Sanctions for breach are provided for in:
- Article 16, paragraph 1, sub b WW: Deduction for failure to comply with obligations.
- Article 16, paragraph 2 WW: Full or partial termination.
- Article 17 WW: Mandatory prior warning.
Overview of WW sanctions
Depending on the severity and repetition, the UWV imposes these sanctions:
| Type of sanction | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Official warning | Written notification from the UWV regarding failure to meet the application duty. | First step, no fixed duration. |
| Deduction of WW benefit | Deduction of 10-30% of your benefit in The Hague. | 1-3 months. |
| Termination of benefit | Full termination, registration with UWV remains. | 1-6 months. |
| Restart of application duty | Proof required of new efforts for resumption. | Until proof provided. |
When are sanctions imposed in The Hague?
The UWV enforces in cases of repeated or intentional breaches, such as:
- Fewer than 3 applications per week.
- Refusing UWV training or internships.
- Incorrect information about job search.
- No response to UWV contact.
Practical example in The Hague
For only 1 application per month (instead of 3x/week), a warning follows first. If you continue to fall short? 20% deduction. Then possibly termination. Seek free advice from Juridisch Loket The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10.
Rights in case of WW sanctions in The Hague
You have rights in case of unjustified sanctions:
- Fair process: UWV must explain decision and evidence.
- Objection and appeal: First objection to UWV, then The Hague District Court, Prins Clauslaan 60 (social affairs section).
- Assistance from Juridisch Loket: Free at Juridisch Loket The Hague, Lutherse Burgwal 10.