Transition to Wage from Welfare in Westland

From welfare to work in Westland? The 'bridging arrangement' under the Participation Act helps greenhouse workers and growers with the step. For a full-time job in Westland horticulture, you retain 100% welfare alongside wage for 6 months (up to max. welfare level). After that, it stops automatically. For part-time work, such as seasonal labour at flower growers, pro rata retention applies. This encourages outflow from welfare; in 2024, the municipality of Westland offers a one-off bonus of €300 after 6 months of work. Participation Act article 78 regulates this nationally, but report new work immediately to Werkplein Westland in 's-Gravenzande or Naaldwijk. The municipality adjusts your benefit immediately. Partner income counts, as does income from side jobs in the horticulture sector. After termination, in case of job loss, you can reapply with a 4-week 'resumption period' without assets check – handy for flexible contracts in Westland. Benefits: no poverty trap for Westland families. The municipality offers job application training and retraining for agricultural jobs via Werkplein Westland, often combined with study cost reimbursement. Penalty for not reporting: at least €546. Check your status via the UWV work folder or the Westland participation portal. Approximately 40% return within a year due to seasonal work; build a buffer with the municipality's local saving tips. Contact your consultant in Poeldijk or Monster for personal advice.