Having a permanent contract does not mean that you can never be fired.
This is what the law says
In the Netherlands, the law protects employees from arbitrary dismissal. The law lists various reasons for dismissal that employers can use, such as long-term illness, dysfunction, a disturbed working relationship, or business economic reasons such as reorganization.
Review by UWV or district judge
But rest assured, your employer cannot just throw you out on the street. Prior permission from the UWV or the subdistrict court is required, depending on the reason for dismissal. There are very strict requirements, so employers are not always given permission.
In proceedings, you can be assisted by a lawyer.
This blog was written by Mr. Stijn Blom, employment lawyer at Arbeidsadvocaat.nl B.V. Stijn has extensive experience in employment law and assists entrepreneurs daily with a wide range of employment-related matters. From dismissal cases to drafting watertight contracts and policies – with his practical and personal approach, he helps employers and employees move forward. Want to know more?Visit Stijn's page.
Arbeidsadvocaat.nl is happy to think with you if you have questions about a dismissal issue. Please feel free to contact us.
December 2024
