Student's energy allowance appeal dismissed; categorical exclusion upheld as objectively justified by cost savings.
Legislator summary
AI generatedThe court dismissed the applicant's appeal against the refusal of an energy allowance, upholding the municipality's categorical exclusion of students. The applicant argued this exclusion violated equality principles and lacked reasonable justification, while the municipality cited administrative cost savings and the availability of special assistance for those who need it. The court found the distinction objectively justified by statistical evidence showing lower energy cost increases for students and deemed the referral to special assistance sufficient to mitigate any disproportionate impact.
Legislator headnote
AI generatedParticipatiewet; Wet Studiefinanciering 2000: A categorical exclusion of students from an energy allowance is objectively justified if supported by statistical evidence demonstrating cost savings and if alternative measures like special assistance adequately cover potential disproportionate consequences.