34. Arbeidsongeschikt en in de knel

Since Ben was the victim of a serious motorcycle accident four years ago, he has been at loggerheads with the UWV. According to the UWV, he can easily find a job somewhere, but it is impossible for Ben to perform the functions that the UWV proposes. Are we assessing disabled people correctly? Experts have been warning for years that many people are in trouble due to overly strict rules regarding disability. Minister Van Hijum will soon present his plans for the future. Is our disability system finally about to be overhauled?