UWV Dismissal Permit versus Cantonal Court Dissolution in Tilburg

# UWV Dismissal Permit vs Cantonal Court Dissolution: Differences in Tilburg Employers in Tilburg, a vibrant city with many SMEs and logistics hubs such as the Textielstad region, choose between a UWV permit for dismissal or dissolution at the cantonal court in the Palace of Justice on Schouwburgstraat. The choice depends on the dismissal ground, speed and local labour market influences, where shortages in sectors such as healthcare and retail play a role in the municipality of Tilburg. ## UWV Procedure For a- and b-grounds (economic or long-term illness). The UWV office in Tilburg or regionally in 's-Hertogenbosch assesses neutrally, without transition payment. Duration: 4-8 weeks. After the permit, the employer sends the dismissal letter itself. Ideal for Tilburg companies with seasonal peaks in the port or retail trade. ## Cantonal Court in Tilburg For c/d/e/f-grounds (underperformance, seriously culpable conduct, etc.). The cantonal court in Tilburg assesses with hearing sessions, often awards a transition payment. Duration: 6-12 weeks. Employee can mount a defence, which is particularly relevant in the region around the Spoorzone due to diverse workforce. Local judges take into account regional collective labour agreements such as in the metal or healthcare sector. ## Pros and Cons UWV: faster and cheaper, but less flexible for specific Tilburg situations such as hybrid working post-corona. Cantonal Court: tailor-made possible, but more expensive (court fees €80-€500+) and riskier – dissolution can be refused, with possible continuation of salary payment. Hybrid route: apply to UWV after refusal by Tilburg cantonal court. ## Strategy for Tilburg Employers In case of underperformance: start with an improvement trajectory, document with HR tools and consult local lawyers such as at Van Eijck Labour Law in the city. Both procedures lead to dismissal as of the date of the decision. Always consult a labour law specialist in Tilburg for strategic choices, taking into account the tight labour market and collective labour agreements in Brabant. (278 words)