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PHILIPSBURG:--- Members of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel and Claudius Buncamper in a joint press release on Sunday stressed that the proposed Consensus Kingdom Law (Rijkswet) on Data Protection, if passed as currently intended, is tantamount to abuse and it must be stopped dead in its tracks. Both MPs said that the Government of St. Maarten needs to deal with the matter in a transparent manner and consult the public so our people know what you are intending to do by literally subjecting them to more privacy issues.
The MPs were reacting to a presentation to Parliament made by Minister of Justice Anna Richardson last week, which was basically the same information provided to MPs and others at a session held at the Simpson Bay Resort earlier this month by the three-person committee that is slated to head a so-called Independent Supervisory Authority.

The countries in the Kingdom have jointly decided to harmonize Data Protection in the Caribbean part of the Kingdom by a Consensus Kingdom Law as outlined in the approved country packages Read more

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Mps Emmanuel, Buncamper Warns That Proposed Data Protection Law Is Abusive

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Members of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel and Claudius Buncamper in a joint press release on Sunday stressed that the proposed Consensus Kingdom Law (Rijkswet) on Data Protection, if passed as currently intended, is tantamount to abuse and it must be stopped dead in its tracks. Both MPs said that the Government of St Read more

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Lt. Colonel Maxime Wintzer-Wehekind in the grounds of the Gendarmerie compound in La Savane. (Robert Luckock photo)

MARIGOT--Head of the Gendarmerie in St. Martin and St. Barths, Lieutenant Colonel Maxime Wintzer-Wehekind, said Wednesday he fully supports Dutch-side Minister of Justice Anna Richardsons action to put a zero-tolerance policy in place to curb the reckless behaviour of bikers, and confirmed the Gendarmerie will take a harder line with bikers who break the law.

  Richardson renewed her call on the Prosecutors Office to take serious and swift action against all reckless behaviour of bikers following the latest incident, when a four-month-old baby suffered injuries after a rock was thrown by bikers through the back window of the vehicle she was travelling in.

  That incident really crossed a red line, said Wintzer-Wehekind, who disclosed he met with his St Read more

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Prime Minister Jacobs And Gridmarket Discuss First Phase Of Approach For Clean, Resilient And Affordable Energy Generation

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten In keeping with governments strategic initiative to haveSintMaarten transition to clean, resilient, and affordable energy generation, Prime MinisterSilveriaJacobs met with representative ofGridMarketon Tuesday, October 19, to discuss the first phase of approach where this project is concerned.This projectis in collaboration with Island Resilience Partnership (IRP), the Ministries of General Affairs, VROMI, TEATT and Finance, as well as utility company NV GEBE.GridMarketis currentlyaggregating data and key information fromgovernments GIS system in orderto put forth options for more sustainable energyfor the people ofSintMaarten.

Prime Minister Jacobs stated, Several large areas have already been identified for this project and the recommendation is to have the production spread throughout the island Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- In keeping with governments strategic initiative to have Sint Maarten transition to clean, resilient, and affordable energy generation, Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs met with the representative of GridMarket on Tuesday, October 19, to discuss the first phase of the approach where this project is concerned. This project is in collaboration with Island Resilience Partnership (IRP), the Ministries of General Affairs, VROMI, TEATT, and Finance, as well as utility company NV GEBE Read more

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Dutch Caribbean Students Welcomed In Amsterdam

The group of some 30 Dutch Caribbean students with Acting Mayor of Amsterdam Egbert de Vries, Ministers Plenipotentiary Rene Violenus of St. Maarten and Guillfred Besaril of Aruba, Ann Groot-Philips of the Curaao House and motivational speaker Neftaly Albertsz. (Suzanne Koelega photo)

AMSTERDAM--The Municipality of Amsterdam on Thursday gave some thirty new students from the Dutch Caribbean a warm welcome to the city Read more

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Central Committee Meeting Of Parliament Regarding The Draft National Decree On International Assistance With The Levying Of Taxes.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on October 22, 2021.

The Central Committee meeting is scheduled for Friday at 14.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Finance, Mr. Ardwell Irion will be present.

The agenda point is:
Draft National Decree, containing general measures, in connection with the implementation of Article 61a of the General National Ordinance on Country Taxes (National Decree on international assistance with the levying of taxes (IS/081/2021-2022 dated October 1, 2021)

Due to measures taken to mitigate the coronavirus (COVID-19), the House of Parliament is only allowing persons with an appointment to enter the Parliament building.
The parliamentary sessions will be carried live on St Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- It is with great sadness that the Government of Sint Maarten received news concerning the passing of civil servant Vivian Philips on Monday, October 18. Ms. Philips served as a government security guard and receptionist at various locations for the past 32 years. Ms. Philips was very loving, always asking her colleagues about their loved ones as they passed her. Colleagues of Ms. Philips describe her as a quiet, kind-hearted, and helpful person who always had good stories to recount of her past years working for government.

On behalf of the Council of Ministers, we extend our deepest condolences to the late Vivian Philips son Natalian Philips, family and friends Read more

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The Council Of Ministers Extends Condolences To Family And Supporters Of The Late Statesman Colin Luther Powell.

PHILIPSBURG:--- On Sunday, October 18, the world learned of Mr. Colin Luther Powells passing due to complications of COVID-19. Mr. Powell was a pathbreaker who shaped U.S. National Security. He was the first African-American Secretary of State and served as the United States National Security Advisor and as Joint Chiefs of staff in the U.S. military.

On behalf of the Council of Ministers, we extend our condolences to the family and supporters of Mr. Colin Powell. The U.S. and the world Read more

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Health Pass Requirements Goes Into Effect On Friday.

MARIGOT:--- The improvement in the health situation seen over the last few weeks in Saint-Martin still requires special attention as 4 people are being hospitalized at Louis Constant Fleming hospital In addition, the low rate of immunization of the population requires maintaining measures to combat the spread of the virus. Indeed, the risk of developing a serious form remains very present and the health system cannot cope alone, with a wave of contamination.
In order to prepare the 2021/2022 tourism season with a satisfactory level of health security, the Prefect of Saint-Barthlemy and Saint-Martin, after consultation with the Community of Saint-Martin and the socio-professionals (Tourism Club, CCISM, Metimer, MEDEF), has decided to set up the health pass in Saint-Martin Read more

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~ 4 new members appointed to existing SBOD.~

PHILIPSBURG: --- Workers at GEBE powerplant in Cape Bay down their tools on Thursday to support one of their colleagues who was suspended on Wednesday. The colleague in question was caught on video on Tuesday evening when a fire began at the powerplant warning his colleagues to take safety measures as they try to put out the fire.
The suspended employee Lindell Brooks was suspended by Human Resources was on the scene on Thursday morning where several GEBE workers disclosed that they have been working for the government-owned company for a number of years.
Another employee was overheard on videos that are circulating on social media saying that a particular worker has been smoking weed on the property.

In the meantime, the workers of the powerplant have sent a strong message to the Minister of VROMI Egbert Jurendy Doran Read more

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Usp To Restructure Party Operations.

PHILIPSBURG:--- With an eye on the future and living up to its founding principles, the United St. Maarten (US) party is in the process of restructuring its board, party platform, and representation in preparations for the upcoming electoral cycle.

The board of the US said that it is vital for any political organization to re-examine and plan for the future, especially in changing times Read more

PHILIPSBURG: --- Minister of Labor Omar Ottley did not mix words on Wednesday when he said that he is willing to do whatever it takes to safeguard St. Maartens economy while ensuring there are more jobs for its people.
Ottley was responding to questions about some disgruntled club and restaurant owners that have been complaining about the measures put in place for them during the curfew Read more

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Government Working On Adjusting Minimum Wage, Advice Sent To The Ser.

~ Government also awaiting Cost of Living Assessment.~

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Labor Omar Ottley confirmed on Wednesday at the weekly council of ministers press conference that his ministry is busy working on adjusting minimum wage especially since the cost of living of St. Maarten is soaring.
Asked by SMN News what exactly government is doing to assist minimum wage earners the Minister said he signed off on an advice and sent to the SER for their advice on adjusting minimum wage Read more

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~ Only WHO& RIVM approved vaccines will be accepted--- Ottley~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Minister of Public Health and Labor Omar Ottley announced on Wednesday that travelers that are fully vaccinated with World Health Organization (WHO) and RIVM approved vaccines will be allowed entry on St. Maarten without testing.
Ottley said that fully vaccinated persons are less risky when it comes to the spreading of the coronavirus Read more

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Inmates Tell Mps Tvs, Game Consoles Destroyed, Food Dumped During Raid

MPs Ludmila Duncan (NA), Claudius Toontje Buncamper (US Party) and Grisha Heyliger-Marten (UP).

 ~ MPs want inquiry; Richardson: Allegations will be looked into ~

PHILIPSBURG--Members of the Pointe Blanche pri Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor, Omar Ottley extends his heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Sint Maartens 74th COVID-19 victim, who has passed away. Peace and healing go out to the family.

As of October 19th, there were eight (8) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however, six (6) persons have recovered; bringing the total active cases to forty-seven (47) Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- It is truly remarkable how the people of St. Maarten had to be subjected to media reports of another groundbreaking ceremony at the Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) without a single mention of US Pre-Clearance, remarked Stuart Johnson former Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Transportation and Telecommunication (TEATT).
When last has the committee for US Pre-Clearance had a meeting? What is the vision and position of the NA/UP Coalition Government regarding US Pre-Clearance? Have the collective individual positions of the various supporting Members of Parliament (MPs) changed or what is their view now? Have there been any developments regarding the completion of US Pre-Clearance since 2019? Johnson questioned.

I reiterate my original stance that US Pre-Clearance must be a part of the overall Airport restoration as without it our country will miss a golden opportunity for an economic boost.
Johnson also questioned, What is the status of the bilateral agreement?

The Final Draft of the Bilateral Agreement will pave the way for US Pre-Clearance however it requires approval by (1) the Parliament of St Read more

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Continuation Central Committee Meeting Of Parliament Regarding The Financial Status Of Winair.

PHILIPSBURG:---The House of Parliament will sit in a Central Committee meeting on October 20, 2021.

This Central Committee meeting, which was adjourned on October 7, 2021, will be reconvened on Wednesday at 11.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of General Affairs and representatives of Winair will be present.

The agenda point is:
The (financial) status of Windward Islands Airways (IS/1135/2019-2020 dated August 18, 2020 and IS/ 169/2020-2021 dated November 16, 2020)
This meeting was requested by MP S.A Read more

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Continuation Urgent Public Meeting Of Parliament Regarding The Management Of Government Long Lease Land By The Government Of Sint Maarten.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The House of Parliament will sit in a public meeting on October 20, 2021.

This urgent public meeting which started on September 23, 2021, with a continuation and adjournment on October 13, 2021, will be reconvened on Wednesday at 9.00 hrs. in the General Assembly Chamber of the House at Wilhelminastraat #1 in Philipsburg. The Minister of Public Housing, Spatial Planning, Environment and Infrastructure and the Minister of Finance will be present.

The agenda point is:
Management of government (long lease) land by the government of Sint Maarten (IS/016/2021-2022 dated September 15, 2021)
This meeting was requested by MP S.A Read more

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Panama City:--- On Saturday, October 16, 2021, the President of Parliament, Mr. Rolando Brison, attended the Board of Directors meeting of the Latin American and Caribbean Parliament (Parlatino) at the Parlatino Headquarters in Panama City, Panama. The Board of Directors is made up of the full Board of Directors and as many Vice-Presidencies as member congresses, of which the Parliament of Sint Maarten, represented by the Chairperson is a member (Vice President).
Generally, the Board of Directors meets at least twice a year; however, extraordinary meetings can also be held by decision of the Board of Directors Read more

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Richardson: Zero Tolerance For Antics Of Reckless Bikers

PHILIPSBURG--Minister of Justice Anna Richardson has renewed her call on the Prosecutors Office to take serious and swift action against all reckless behaviour of bikers in St. Maarten. A communication was sent to Attorney-General of St. Maarten and Curaao Ton Maan calling for his attention to prioritising this matter.

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Ground-Breaking Marks Start Of Pjia Terminal Reconstruction Main Works

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Top row (from left): PJIAE PMU Director Mirto Breell; Ballast Nedam CEO Roy van Eijsden; Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs; and PJIAE CEO Brian Mingo. Bottom row (from left): PJIAE Supervisory Board of Directors member Clarence Derby; PJIAE Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- The Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor, Omar Ottley extends his heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of the two (2) victims who passed away due to COVID-19. Much strength to the families during this time.

As of October 18th, there were four (4) persons who tested positive for COVID-19; however, twenty (20) persons have recovered; bringing the total active cases to forty-six (46) Read more

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