WW Sanctions for Breach of Application Duty in Rotterdam
If you receive a WW benefit in Rotterdam, 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 encourage applications, but they can also be unjustified. This article explains which **sanctions** there are, how they work and what you can do in case of objection or appeal at the Rotterdam District Court (Wilhelminaplein 100-125) or assistance via the Rotterdam Legal Advice Centre (Westblaak 180).
What does the WW application duty entail?
The **application duty** is essential for your **WW benefit** in Rotterdam. You must search for work at least 18 hours per week, through applications, training or internships. This follows from the Unemployment Act (WW) and the Work and Income Regulations (RWI).
Legal basis for sanctions
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: Warning required first.
Overview of UWV sanctions
Depending on severity and repetition:
| Type of sanction | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warning | Official notification from UWV about shortcoming. | First step, no duration. |
| Deduction | 10-30% reduction on WW benefit. | 1-3 months. |
| Termination | Full stop, registration remains. | 1-6 months. |
| Restart obligation | Proof of application required for resumption. | Until proof provided. |
When sanctions in Rotterdam?
For repeated or intentional breaches, such as:
- Fewer than 3 applications per week.
- Refusing training or UWV activities.
- Incorrect information about job search.
- No response to UWV contact.
Example Rotterdam
As a Rotterdam resident with WW, if you apply 1x per month instead of 3x/week: first warning, then 20% deduction, if continued termination.
Rights and appeal in Rotterdam
You are entitled to:
- Fair process: Clear reasoning and evidence from UWV.
- Objection and appeal: First at UWV, then at Rotterdam District Court, Wilhelminaplein 100-125. Free advice via Rotterdam Legal Advice Centre, Westblaak 180.