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Labour Inspectorate reminds employers to report workplace accidents
The Labor Inspectorate said employers must immediately report specified workplace accidents under the Safety Ordinance.
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Ottley says SOL meeting addressed fuel prices for GEBE
MP Omar Ottley said government representatives, MPs and SOL met on Thursday 8 October to discuss fuel pricing supplied to GEBE.
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KPSM starts virtual training programme with Dutch Police Academy
The Government of Sint Maarten said KPSM has started virtual police training with the Dutch Police Academy, with completion planned for 2027.
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Council of Europe delegation begins two-day Sint Maarten visit
Government says Justice Minister Nathalie Tackling welcomed a Council of Europe delegation on Thursday 8 October for a two-day visit.
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Government says Mercelina met SOL, MPs on electricity costs
Government said Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina met SOL, MPs and Finance Minister Marinka Gumbs on fuel costs and electricity affordability.
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VROMI launches tender for Sint Maarten zoning plan
Government of Sint Maarten says VROMI opened a zoning-plan tender on 23 September, backed by €350,000 from Task Force Wederopbouw.
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Government says Arrindell and Cadaster director discussed training links in The Hague
Government of Sint Maarten says Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita R. Arrindell met Cadaster Director Benjamin Ortega to discuss training and institutional links.
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VROMI and Cupecoy Development plan Cg1.36m Rolandus Canal repairs
VROMI says canal repairs in Sucker Garden, funded by Cupecoy Development N.V., are due to start on 12 October.
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Study finds disaster-response gaps across Sint Maarten and Dutch Caribbean islands
A Crisisplan study commissioned by Dutch ministries identified gaps in medical care, staffing, communications and logistics across six islands.
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E8 representatives present shared priorities to Dutch MPs
E8 delegates from BES and five Wadden Islands met in Texel and presented priorities on investment, local capacity and climate action.
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Arrindell meets Cft representatives on public finances and capacity
Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita R. Arrindell met Cft representatives to discuss public finances and professional capacity.
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NA faction seeks Parliament meeting on wastewater and waste management
The National Alliance faction has asked Parliament for an urgent public meeting with VROMI Minister Patrice Gumbs on wastewater and waste management.
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Gumbs to sign Saba genealogy agreement on 15 October
Minister Melissa Gumbs says Future Roots is developing genealogy research across Sint Maarten, Saba and other islands.
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ECYS completing tender for public school structural assessment
Education Minister Melissa Gumbs said the assessment is intended to cost repairs and guide future maintenance budgets.
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Parliament to consider Brussels e-Parliament delegation and digital trust agenda
Parliament’s Central Committee is scheduled to meet on Wednesday 7 October to consider a Brussels conference delegation and discuss digital trust with government.
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Evaluation recommends extending border control protocol involving St. Maarten
A Dutch evaluation recommends extending the 2021 border control protocol while addressing capacity and measurement problems.
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Dutch report recommends Windward emergency support point for Sint Maarten
A Dutch crisis-management review recommends a Windward Islands support point and more regional emergency capacity for Sint Maarten.
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Curaçao summit set to discuss Caribbean cooperation on 9 October
The Caribbean United in Excellence Summit is scheduled for Curaçao on Friday 9 October, ahead of a Kingdom Summit in St. Maarten in November.
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SDG Expo highlights weather data, recycling and energy options
Government agencies, community groups and businesses presented sustainability initiatives at Sint Maarten’s SDG Expo.
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Arrindell attends VNG annual congress in the Netherlands
Minister Plenipotentiary Gracita R. Arrindell attended the VNG annual congress, which drew about 3,250 participants.
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Simpson Bay dock closes 7 October as Immigration moves to PJIA
The Simpson Bay dock will close on Wednesday 7 October for works expected to last two to three months, with Immigration services moving to PJIA.
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Former AI employees warn New York City Council about safety risks
Former employees of OpenAI, Anthropic and Google DeepMind warned New York City lawmakers about risks from advanced AI systems.
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Dutch Cabinet studies air and ferry links for Statia and Saba
The Dutch Cabinet said on Monday 5 October it will study air and ferry service requirements, fares and funding for St. Eustatius and Saba.
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St. Eustatius governor sets E8 priorities at Texel meeting
At an E8 meeting on Texel on 1 and 2 October, Governor Alida Francis called for equitable investment, stronger local capacity and climate action.
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Dutch government targets all-day smartphone restrictions in schools from 2027
The Dutch government is working toward wider school smartphone restrictions from 1 January 2027 as part of an online-safety strategy for children.
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Court delays Mussington hearing after defence seeks more preparation time
A Saint-Martin court moved Collectivité President Louis Mussington’s hearing to 11 January 2027 after his lawyer sought more time.
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Heyliger-Marten says Philipsburg revitalisation plan is moving toward implementation
Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten said phased Philipsburg projects include Clem Labega Square redevelopment and about 100 parking spaces.
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Heyliger-Marten orders study of supermarket prices and costs
Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten said the Ministry will compare about 40 grocery items and examine costs behind local prices.
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BTP completes GEBE fuel-cost recalculation, final decision pending
Minister Grisha Heyliger-Marten says BTP has completed initial checks of GEBE fuel charges for January to June 2026.
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Research on Chinese presence in St. Maarten to be presented 6 October
A China Knowledge Network report examining Chinese presence in St. Maarten and five other islands will be presented on Tuesday 6 October.
