Illness during WW in Delft: ZW or continuation of pay by employer?

# Illness during WW in Delft: ZW or continuation of pay by employer? Are you falling ill during your unemployment benefit (WW) period in Delft? You may then be able to switch to a Sickness Benefits Act (ZW) benefit. Discover the specific rules for residents of Delft, including local UWV support at the Municipal Service Centre. ## From WW to ZW in Delft If you become unfit for work in Delft during WW, report yourself sick to UWV Region The Hague (for Delft). They will pay out ZW benefit (70-90% of your daily wage, maximum 2 years). You are then no longer unemployed but sick, so no application obligation anymore. After 2 years, a WIA assessment follows. Local tip: Visit the UWV office in Delft for personal guidance. ## Continuation of pay by employer in Delft If the illness already started before dismissal by a Delft employer, this employer may have to continue paying for 70-104 weeks pursuant to the Gatekeeper Improvement Act. If payment does not continue after dismissal? Then UWV takes over the ZW. Delft employers, such as at TU Delft or local tech companies, follow strict reintegration protocols. ## Practical steps for residents of Delft Report your illness to UWV within 2 working days via 088-8989294 or online. UWV assesses your incapacity for work and collects medical data from your GP in Delft. Lodge an objection in case of rejection. Combine with reintegration via local agencies such as Werkse Delft for faster recovery and return to the Delft labour market. Contact the municipality of Delft for additional support. (248 words)