Participatiewet: voorwaarden voor een uitkering in Westland
The Participation Act in Westland regulates who is entitled to a social assistance benefit or Participation Act benefit and under what conditions. Discover the most important rules, your rights and obligations in the municipality of Westland and how you can determine your entitlement. Contact the municipality of Westland or the Westland Legal Desk for personal advice.
The Participation Act (since 2015) has replaced the former Social Support and Income Act (WWB) and determines when you are entitled to financial support in Westland if you are unable to work or have limited ability to work. The municipality of Westland offers an activating and supportive approach to find or retain employment. Whether you qualify depends on conditions such as income, assets, age and employment possibilities. For questions, you can contact the District Court of The Hague (district).
What is the Participation Act in Westland?
The Participation Act provides financial support to residents of Westland who are temporarily unable to work. The aim is to return people to work as quickly as possible through:
- Social assistance benefit for those who have no other benefit (no WW, WIA or AOW).
- Participation Act benefit for people with disabilities who can work with adaptations.
- Activation such as job application guidance, training or job coaching by the municipality of Westland.
Which benefits does Westland offer under the Participation Act?
In Westland, there are two main forms of benefits:
| Type of benefit | Target group in Westland | Amount (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Social assistance benefit | Residents without other benefits who cannot or have limited ability to work. | Dependent on income, household and housing costs (approx. €1,100-€1,500 p.m. for single persons). |
| Participation Act benefit | Residents with work limitations who can work with assistance. | Approx. €1,300-€1,800 p.m., depending on capacity and costs. |
Conditions for a benefit in Westland
For a Participation Act benefit in Westland, the personal and financial conditions must be met. The municipality of Westland checks this strictly.
1. Personal conditions
You qualify if:
- Age: At least 18 years old (18-27 year olds: additional requirements such as work experience).
- Place of residence: Registered in Westland in the Municipal Personal Records Database (GBA).
- Employability:
- Social assistance: Max. 12 hours/week work capacity at low income.
- Participation: Partial work with support.
- No other benefits:
- No WIA, WW or AOW.
- No partner/child support (unless low income with child).
2. Financial conditions
The municipality of Westland examines:
- Income:
- Gross income (salary, pension) not exceeding the norm.
- Social assistance: Max. €110 gross p.m. (2024) without reduction.
- Assets: Max. €7,575 (single person, 2024); excess leads to rejection.
- Housing costs: Rent or mortgage is included in the calculation.
3. Obligations in Westland
After granting, you must:
- Actively apply for jobs (min. 2x/week).
- Cooperate in reintegration (e.g. via WerkWest).
- Report income and assets.
Application at the municipality of Westland
Submit your application to the municipality of Westland (online or at the counter). Bring: ID, proof of income, bank statements. Decision within 8 weeks. Objection? To the District Court of The Hague. Free advice: Westland Legal Desk.