WW Sanctions for Breach of Application Duty in Delft
If you receive a WW benefit in Delft, you are obliged to actively seek work. If you breach this **WW application duty**, the UWV may impose sanctions such as deduction or suspension of your benefit. These measures are intended to motivate you to continue applying, but they can sometimes be unjustified. In this article for residents of Delft, we explain what **sanctions** there are, how they work and what you can do in case of objection or appeal via the Rechtbank Den Haag or the Juridisch Loket Delft.
What does the WW application duty entail for residents of Delft?
The **application duty** is essential for your **WW benefit**. As a jobseeker in Delft, you must actively seek work for at least 18 hours per week, for example through applications, training or internships. The requirements are set out in the Unemployment Act (WW) and the Work and Income Regulations (RWI). In Delft, you can find local vacancies via Werkplein Delft or UWV offices in the region.
Legal basis for sanctions on application duty
The rules for sanctions in case of breach are set out in:
- Article 16, paragraph 1, sub b WW: Deduction of the benefit for failure to comply with obligations.
- Article 16, paragraph 2 WW: Full or partial suspension.
- Article 17 WW: First a warning from the UWV.
Overview of UWV sanctions
The UWV applies **sanctions** based on severity and repetition. View the overview:
| Type of sanction | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Warning | Official notification that you in Delft do not meet application requirements. | First step, no fixed duration. |
| Deduction of benefit | 10-30% reduction on WW benefit. | 1-3 months. |
| Suspension | Full suspension, but registration remains. | 1-6 months. |
| Restart obligation | Provide proof of applications in Delft before resumption. | Until proof provided. |
When are sanctions imposed in Delft?
Sanctions follow for repeated or intentional violations, such as:
- Fewer than 3 applications per week for jobs in Delft.
- Refusing training via UWV or local agencies.
- Incorrect information about job search.
- Not responding to UWV contact.
Example in Delft
As a Delft WW client, you apply only once a month instead of 3 times per week. First warning, then 20% deduction, if continued full suspension.
Rights and appeal options in Delft
You have rights:
- Fair process: UWV must motivate decision with evidence.
- Objection and appeal: First objection at UWV, then appeal to the Rechtbank Den Haag (district). Free advice via Juridisch Loket Delft.