Our summary
Starting November 1, 2026, the UWV will expand its new working method for 'First-Year Sickness Benefit' (Eerstejaars Ziektewet) assessments to all employers who are self-insured (eigenrisicodragers). This approach prioritizes assessments where there is the highest chance of reintegration and outflow from the Sickness Benefit scheme, due to limited assessment capacity.
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