WAZO Benefit Amount 2024 in Westland
The **WAZO benefit** (Sickness Fund Disability Act) compensates for loss of income during maternity and childbirth leave in Westland. The amount depends on salary, collective labour agreement (CAO), and local regulations. This article explains the calculation, amounts for 2024, and conditions, with references to the District Court of The Hague (district) and the Legal Desk Westland.
What is the WAZO benefit in Westland?
The WAZO benefit applies to employees in Westland who cannot work due to pregnancy (from 16 weeks before birth) or childbirth (6 weeks thereafter). Paid out via sickness fund or disability insurance, based on gross salary. In Westland, under the jurisdiction of the District Court of The Hague, collective labour agreements (CAOs) in horticulture and greenhouse horticulture often play a role in higher percentages.
Regulated via the **WAZO Act** and **Disability for Work Insurance Act**. Check your CAO or employment contract for Westland-specific arrangements.
Legal basis Westland
Main laws:
- WAZO Act: Benefit for pregnant and postpartum female employees in Westland.
- Civil Code Art. 7:667a: Leave entitlement, upheld by the District Court of The Hague.
- CAO Greenhouse Horticulture/Horticulture: Often 100% continued pay in the first period, common in Westland.
- Employment contract: Determines continued pay before WAZO.
Without CAO arrangements, the standard sickness fund scheme applies. Contact the Legal Desk Westland for a free check.
Calculation of WAZO benefit Westland
Calculated on the basis of:
- Gross salary (average of the last 13 weeks).
- Leave duration: First 16 weeks maternity + 6 weeks childbirth leave often 100% by employer.
- Sickness fund rules or CAO (Westland sectors often offer 90-100%).
Example: For €3,000 gross monthly salary = €2,100 (70%) WAZO, but CAO Westland often €2,700+ (90%).
WAZO amounts 2024 Westland
Average percentages:
| Type | Percentage of gross salary | Westland remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Employer continued pay | 100% | 16+6 weeks; CAO Greenhouse Horticulture standard. |
| WAZO standard | 70% | After employer; rare in Westland. |
| WAZO with CAO Westland | 90-100% | Horticulture/greenhouse: often fuller up to 26 weeks. |
| Max. daily wage 2024 | €274.44 | UWV maximum; higher salary = cap. |
Conditions and application Westland
- Min. 13 weeks in service; pregnancy declaration.
- Application with sickness fund/UWV before leave starts.
- In Westland: Check CAO via FNV or CNV; free help Legal Desk Westland.
- Disputes: District Court of The Hague (Westland district).
Tips for Westland employees
- Compare CAO vs. standard: Horticulture often more favourable.
- Call Legal Desk Westland (0900-8020) for check.
- District Court of The Hague for objection (counter in region).
Current as of 2024; consult UWV or desk for personal calculation.