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Exceptions to the Dismissal Ban in Utrecht: When is Dismissal Still Permitted?

Dismissal bans in Utrecht are not absolute: exceptions for economic reasons such as restructuring in the Merwedekanaalzone, urgent causes or long-term illness with UWV permission in Overvecht. Employer must prove.

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Exceptions to the Dismissal Ban in Utrecht: When is Dismissal Still Permitted?

In Utrecht, with its vibrant economy around the university and tech sector, dismissal bans do not apply absolutely. Discover the statutory exceptions, specifically relevant for Utrecht employers and employees in the region.

Main Exceptions in Utrecht Context

According to article 7:670 paragraph 2 of the Dutch Civil Code (BW), dismissal in Utrecht may still be possible after permission from the UWV office in Utrecht or the district court at CatharijneSingel, provided the urgent reason is unrelated to prohibited grounds. Examples from local practice:

  • Economic reasons: Business closure or restructuring at Utrecht startups in the Merwedekanaalzone, independent of personal characteristics.
  • Urgent reason: Serious misconduct such as theft at an employer in Utrecht city centre, not related to pregnancy or trade union membership.
  • Long-term incapacity for work: After two years of illness, with UWV permission via the Utrecht work agency in Overvecht.
ExceptionCondition in Utrecht
Business circumstancesUWV permission Utrecht
Urgent reasonDistrict court Utrecht

Utrecht employers, such as in the healthcare sector around the UMC, must strictly demonstrate this. In case of doubt, the employee prevails; recent cases at the District Court of Midden-Nederland confirm this. For advice in Utrecht: consult specialists at the Juridisch Loket at Mariaplaats. (248 words)