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Wescot-Williams asks Finance Ministry to study APS role in rooftop solar financing
MP Sarah A. Wescot-Williams has asked the Finance Ministry to examine whether APS could help finance household rooftop solar.
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Connor says VSA faces 5% budget cut as assistance demand rises
Minister Claret Connor told Parliament VSA’s 2027 budget ceiling is Cg 103.7 million as financial assistance demand is projected to grow.
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Gumbs cites Cg 11.8m ECYS funding gap in 2027 budget debate
Education Minister Melissa Gumbs told Parliament on Tuesday 3 November that ECYS estimates it needs Cg 11.8 million beyond its proposed 2027 increase.
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Minister raises financial transaction tax for study in 2027 budget debate
TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten says a financial transaction tax is being examined, not proposed, as part of tax reform.
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Mercelina says three legislative lawyers engaged for government legal work
Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina said three part-time legislative lawyers were engaged as government seeks to reduce legal and recruitment backlogs.
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General Affairs budget rises to about Cg 95 million for 2027
Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina presented a draft 2027 General Affairs budget of about Cg 95 million, up roughly 15%.
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Justice Ministry proposes Cg 113.8 million budget for 2027
The Justice Ministry’s proposed 2027 budget is Cg 113.77 million, while 590 of its 1,096 approved posts are filled.
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Gumbs sets four Finance Ministry priorities for 2027
Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs told Parliament the 2027 agenda includes tax reform, stronger budget monitoring and financial controls.
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Government pursues tourist tax, revised fees and gaming tax framework
Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs said proposed revenue measures are excluded from the 2027 budget until approval and implementation are certain.
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Finance Minister recognises Julisa Frans for Cft service
Finance Minister Marinka J. Gumbs presented former Cft member Julisa Frans with a plaque for more than four years of service.
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Public Service Center reception desk restores afternoon hours
The Public Service Center reception desk resumed afternoon service on Monday 2 November, the Ministry of General Affairs said.
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Parliament to hold public meeting on 2027 budget on 3 November
Parliament will meet publicly in Philipsburg at 10am AST on Tuesday 3 November to discuss the draft 2027 National Ordinance Budget.
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Three 2026 SER advice requests remain pending as union seats await appointments
Three 2026 advice requests on rent rules and pensions remain pending before the Social Economic Council as employee representative appointments are unresolved.
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Dutch government develops stricter rules for official Facebook use
The Dutch national government is developing a framework that would require agencies to justify official Facebook use and address privacy risks.
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Government says IVSA is working with Altus on public access and digital services
Government says IVSA is working with Altus Communication and Website Design to review procedures and develop a public services website.
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IVSA begins staff assessments with Inspired Psychology
The Government of Sint Maarten said IVSA has started individual and workplace assessments before a team-development phase.
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Arrindell attends diplomatic gathering in The Hague
The Cabinet of the Minister Plenipotentiary said Gracita R. Arrindell attended a gathering hosted by The Hague Mayor Jan van Zanen.
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York calls for government and residents to address garbage collection
MP Darryl York said government must improve waste collection and infrastructure while residents adopt better disposal practices.
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Labega calls for joint poverty strategy and funding plan
MP Dimar Labega called for ministries to coordinate on a poverty strategy and for timelines on new revenue measures.
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Minister seeks Anguilla talks on cruising permits and immigration procedures
TEATT Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten asked Anguilla for clarification after operators raised permit and immigration concerns.
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SER submits report on Curaçao's proposed US$75 entry tax
Curaçao's Social and Economic Council has advised on a proposed US$75 entry tax for non-resident visitors, with lodging turnover-tax relief.
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Kingdom approves permanent Caribbean security monitoring role for Defence
The Kingdom Council of Ministers approved a permanent Defence monitoring role for Caribbean security developments on Friday 30 October.
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APS says Finance Minister sought more detail on proposed 2027 budget
APS said its management and board met the Finance Minister on Thursday 22 October to discuss proposed 2027 allocations and forecasts.
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Draft gambling law would require casino checks and advertising limits
A proposed National Ordinance on Gambling would require casinos to address gambling harm and restrict gambling advertising.
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ERP-I enters final phase ahead of December closure
The US$119.7 million recovery project is scheduled to close in December after eight years of work on homes, schools and infrastructure.
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STAT develops publication calendar and seeks better data sharing
STAT says it is developing a calendar for statistical releases while working with data providers on timelier official figures.
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Wescot-Williams asks government to act on utility tariff report
MP Sarah Wescot-Williams asked government on Thursday 29 October to address GEBE tariff issues raised in the RAC/BTP report.
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King Willem-Alexander opens UNESCO forum on racism and discrimination
King Willem-Alexander attended the opening of UNESCO’s fifth Global Forum Against Racism and Discrimination in The Hague on Thursday 29 October.
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Lewis calls for answers on VROMI garbage tender and possible no-confidence motion
NOW MP Lyndon Lewis said coalition members should seek answers from Minister Patrice Gumbs on concerns over the 2026-2029 garbage tender.
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Court permits prosecution of MP Lyndon Lewis to proceed
MP Lyndon Lewis said on Wednesday 28 October that the court authorised prosecutors to take his case to trial after a 6 October hearing.
