WW Sanctions for Breach of Application Duty in Rijswijk
If you receive a WW benefit in Rijswijk, you are obliged to actively seek work. If you breach this **WW application duty**, the UWV may impose sanctions such as deduction or termination of your benefit. These measures motivate you to continue applying, but they can sometimes be unjustified. In this article for Rijswijk recipients, you will read about the **sanctions**, their application, and your options for objection or appeal at the District Court of The Hague or the Juridisch Loket Rijswijk.
What does the WW application duty entail in Rijswijk?
The **application duty** is essential for your **WW benefit** in Rijswijk. You must search for work at least 18 hours per week, through applications, training or internships. This is regulated in the Unemployment Act (WW) and the Work and Income Regulation (RWI). Local UWV offices check this strictly.
Legal basis for sanctions in Rijswijk
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: Partial or full termination.
- Article 17 WW: First warning mandatory.
Overview of WW sanctions in Rijswijk
The UWV applies **sanctions** based on severity and repetition:
| Type of sanction | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warning | Official notification from UWV Rijswijk about shortcoming. | First step, no duration. |
| Deduction | 10-35% reduction on WW benefit. | 1-4 months. |
| Termination | Full stop, registration remains. | 1-6 months. |
| Restart obligation | Proof required for resumption. | Until proof provided. |
When do sanctions apply in Rijswijk?
Sanctions follow for repeated or intentional violations, such as:
- Fewer than 3 applications per week.
- Refusing training or UWV activities.
- Incorrect information about applications.
- No response to UWV contact.
Example Rijswijk: Too few applications
If you receive WW in Rijswijk but only make 2 applications per month (instead of 3x/week), a warning follows. If you continue to fall short? Then 25% deduction for 2 months. Next step: termination.
Rights and appeal in Rijswijk
You have rights:
- Fair process: UWV must show evidence.
- Objection and appeal: First at UWV, then District Court of The Hague (district). Free advice at Juridisch Loket Rijswijk.