Prohibited Dismissal Reasons Tilburg: When May an Employer NOT Dismiss You?
In Tilburg and throughout the Netherlands, employers may not dismiss you arbitrarily. The law strictly protects employees against discrimination and unlawful dismissal grounds. Discover in this article which dismissal reasons are absolutely prohibited, your rights in the Tilburg region, and how you can defend yourself against unfair dismissal. At the Juridisch Loket Tilburg (Spoorlaan 364), you can get free advice.
Statutory Protection: Article 7:670 BW
The core of dismissal protection is Article 7:670 BW from the Dutch Civil Code. This prohibits dismissal for reasons unrelated to work performance or business interests. In Tilburg, the District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant (Wilhelminapark 100, Tilburg) handles dismissal cases.
Important laws that prevent discrimination:
- AWGB - Equal treatment for everyone
- Wgbh/cz - Protection in case of illness/disability
- WGBL - No age discrimination
- Book 7 BW - Labour law rules
Complete List of Prohibited Dismissal Reasons
The law explicitly lists grounds for which dismissal is prohibited. Here is the complete overview for workers in Tilburg:
| Prohibited Reason | Statute | Explanation Tilburg |
|---|---|---|
| Pregnancy | 7:670(1) BW | Complete prohibition on termination during pregnancy + 6 weeks after birth |
| Trade union | 7:670(2)(a) BW | No dismissal due to membership of FNV/CNV in Tilburg |
| Race/ethnicity | 7:646 BW / AWGB | Discrimination against migrant workers prohibited |
| Religion | 7:646 BW / AWGB | No dismissal of Muslims/Christians/etc. |
| Gender | 7:646 BW / AWGB | Equal dismissal rights for men/women |
| LHBTQ+ | 7:646 BW / AWGB | Homosexuality may not be a reason |
| Marital status | 7:646 BW / AWGB | No distinction between married/single |
| Politics | 7:646 BW / AWGB | VVD/PvdA preference irrelevant |
| Age | WGBL / 7:646 BW | 50+ workers extra protected |
| Disability/illness | Wgbh/cz | No dismissal in case of chronic conditions |
| Part-time work | 7:648 BW | Equal rights part-time/full-time |
| Contract type | 7:649 BW | No distinction flexible/permanent |
| Illness (104 weeks) | 7:670(1) BW | Prohibition on termination first 2 years of illness |
| Military | 7:670(5) BW | Protection for military service |
| Works council | 7:670(2) BW | Works council members in Tilburg protected |
| PVT | 7:670(2) BW | Personnel representation protected |
| Leave | 7:670(3) BW | Prohibition on termination during parental leave |
| Whistleblower | Whistleblowers Act | Protection for reporting misconduct |
What Do You Do in Case of Unlawful Dismissal in Tilburg?
1. Immediate contact UWV - Dismissal permit required for prohibited grounds
2. Juridisch Loket Tilburg - Spoorlaan 364, free labour law advice
3. District Court of Zeeland-West-Brabant - Wilhelminapark 100, Tilburg for proceedings
4. Vacancy gap - Up to 2x transition payment in case of discrimination
Tilburg Specialties
Tilburg textile companies and logistics sector have many part-time workers. Extra attention for:
- Part-time discrimination (7:648 BW)
- Flexible contracts in logistics
- Age discrimination 50+
Contact points Tilburg:
- Juridisch Loket: Spoorlaan 364, 5038 CM Tilburg ☎️ 0900-8020
- District Court: Wilhelminapark 100, 5041 EA Tilburg
- UWV Work Company: Lovenslaglaan 20, Tilburg