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PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Thursday asked the Integrity Chamber to provide its opinion on whether the awarding of the reconstruction of the airport project to Ballast Nedam by the Supervisory Board of the Princess Juliana Airport operating company (PJIAE) constitutes an act or a failure by an administrative body or government entity to adhere to values and norms, legal requirements, or other obligations through which the interest of society or the proper functioning of an administrative body or government entity could be harmed.

His letter to the Integrity Chamber is the first of its kind to the Chamber from a Member of Parliament Read more

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Mp Emmanuel Asks Integrity Chamber To Provide Opinion On Ballast Nedam Selection

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – ndependent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Thursday asked the Integrity Chamber to provide its opinionon whether the awarding of the reconstruction of the airport projectto BallastNedamby the Supervisory Board of the Princess Juliana Airport operating company (PJIAE) constitutes an act or a failure by an administrative body or government entity to adhere to values and norms, legal requirements, or other obligations through which the interest of society, or the proper functioning of an administrative body or government entity could be harmed.

His letter to the Integrity Chamber is the first of its kind to the Chamber from a Member of Parliament Read more

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Mp Emmanuel Questions How Ballast Nedam Won Airport Bid

MP Emmanuel refers to the Letter of Acceptance of the World Banks Anti-Corruption Guidelines.

PHILIPSBURG--In response to the news that Ballast Nedam has been awarded the contract for the airport reconstruction project, independent Member of Parliament (MP) Christophe Emmanuel questioned how Dutch firms with a criminal history continue to secure contracts on St Read more

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~ Says measuring stick is different for Dutch firms ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- In response to the news that Ballast Nedam has been awarded the contract for the airport reconstruction project, Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel has again questioned how Dutch firms with a criminal history continue to secure contracts on St. Maarten.

It is not the first time the MP has raised these concerns. Earlier this year he pointed out that Windward Roads, despite its guilty verdict in the Larimar investigation and defrauding the country, is still somehow managing to secure contracts from the government of St Read more

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Emmanuel Expresses Concern For St. Maarteners In Europe

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday expressed concern for St. Maarteners, St. Maarten students in particular and the Dutch people in general in the aftermath of torrential rain that started last Wednesday over Northern Europe.

With the death toll throughout Europe rising daily, I can only sympathize with our people on the continent and in Holland in particular, the MP said Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday expressed concern for St. Maarteners, St. Maarten students in particular, and the Dutch people in general in the aftermath of torrential rain that started last Wednesday over Northern Europe.

With the death toll throughout Europe rising daily, I can only sympathize with our people on the continent and in Holland in particular, the MP said. We know natural catastrophe all too well on St. Maarten and we know the toll it takes Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday publicly called on Prime Minister Silveria Jacobs to clarify reports that the Managing Director of the airport holding company Dexter Doncher has resigned and if she has appointed two new members to the airport holding board.
For transparency's sake, the MP said, it behooves the PM to clarify the status of Doncher and if he received the opportunity to be heard after she suspended him Read more

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~ Writes to Minister seeking collaboration ~

Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel has written to Minister of Education Rodolphe Samuel encouraging a collaborative initiative to establish a Central Kitchen to service the countrys breakfast program for children and possibly a lunch program in the future.
Emmanuel used the opportunity at the recently held debate on the country 2021 budget to approach the Minister with the idea Read more

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Emmanuel: Any Recommendation For Property Tax Is Dead On Arrival

~ Tackle tax reform before Dutch do it for you ~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Thursday said that the government of St. Maarten has to say once and for all if land and property taxes as proposed by the CFT is on the table for consideration and future implementation yes or no.

Plain and simple, the MP said, government has to say whether it will entertain such suggestions and advice from the CFT or if it will inform CFT that such a suggestion is dead on arrival Read more

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~ Tackle tax reform before Dutch do it for you ~

Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Thursday said that the government of St. Maarten has to say once and for all if land and property taxes as proposed by the CFT is on the table for consideration and future implementation yes or no.
Plain and simple, the MP said, government has to say whether it will entertain such suggestions and advice from the CFT or if it will inform CFT that such a suggestion is dead on arrival Read more

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Mp Emmanuel: I Will Not Be Deterred From Holding Government Accountable

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel said that the non-answers and unclear answers provided at the recent budget 2021 leaves plenty room for much more questioning in the weeks ahead and stressed that he will continue holding government accountable.

I will not be deterred, the MP said pointing to the fact that consistency in holding government accountable has led to a possible payment of vacation pay, the truth about the vendors along Pondfill, some clarity and truth about governments financial position, legal basis or lack thereof outstanding police payments, massive over spending such as the Pretty Boy affair and blatant lies from a government foundation (SOG Stichting Overheids Gebouwen) that will be dealt with in due time.

The budget debate was an unsatisfactory back and forth with the government about a budget that has clearly shown the government’s dishonesty and lack of vision Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday said the lack of backup generators at the Princess Juliana International Airport (PJIA) compounds the embarrassing situation at the airport for visitors and residents alike, and called on government for an explanation as well as to divulge what its current actions are regarding the Holding Board of the airport (PJIAH).
The MP said on top of the airports inability to provide basic service such as electricity for the second straight week, it has come to his attention that government is reportedly about to change the members of the Holding Board which could lead to the appointee from the Schiphol Group heading the Supervisory Board of PJIAH.
The lack of information and communication, he said, remains an issue with the government who doesnt seem to understand or care that timely and truthful information benefits everyone and dispels rumors and innuendo Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel said that the non-answers and unclear answers provided at the recent budget 2021 leaves plenty room for much more questioning in the weeks ahead and stressed that he will continue holding the government accountable.

I will not be deterred, the MP said pointing to the fact that consistency in holding government accountable has led to a possible payment of vacation pay, the truth about the vendors along Pondfill, some clarity, and truth about governments financial position, legal basis or lack thereof outstanding police payments, massive overspendings such as the Pretty Boy affair and blatant lies from a government foundation (SOG Stichting Overheids Gebouwen) that will be dealt with in due time.

The budget debate was an unsatisfactory back and forth with the government about a budget that has clearly shown the government's dishonesty and lack of vision Read more

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Mp Emmanuel Calls On Govt. To Pay Vacation Pay This Week

~ Why please Knops but not help your people ~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel is again calling on government to pay public servants something, anything from their owed vacation pay of 2020 and due vacation pay of 2021. Being more forceful than he has ever been on the subject, the MP said he wants to see something paid before the end of the budget debate this week.

Our people are struggling. I am sure the Minister of Finance has heard the stories of hardships and how anything right now would go a long way to assist with due obligations at this time of year such as school fees, uniforms and hurricane preparations Read more

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 ~ Why please Knops but not help your people ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel is again calling on government to pay public servants something, anything from their owed vacation pay of 2020 and due vacation pay of 2021. Being more forceful than he has ever been on the subject, the MP said he wants to see something paid before the end of the budget debate this week.
Our people are struggling. I am sure the Minister of Finance has heard the stories of hardships and how anything right now would go a long way to assist with due obligations at this time of years such as school fees, uniforms, and hurricane preparations Read more

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~ Says budget full of vanity projects ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel and MP Claudius Buncamper of the USP faction on Tuesday were critical of the 2021 budget presented by the UP/NA Coalition government, condemning it as a roadmap of vanity projects with no realistic options to solve the issues that matter to people most.

"On top of being nine months late, this budget is remarkable for what it doesn't mention, the MPs said Read more

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Emmanuel Calls For Update On Garbage Contract Inquiry

~ Says financial controller had limited info ~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday called for an update on the Ombudsmans inquiry into the awarding of garbage contracts to five companies for the next five years. He said though the Minister of VROMI has gone quiet on the issue, it remains unresolved with several questions unanswered.

The MP explained that at least two companies filed complaints at the Ombudsman who in turn contacted the Minister with several inquiries based on those concerns Read more

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Emmanuel: Pm Must Come Clean With Parliament And The People

~ Asks if corporate changes at PJIA imminent ~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Prime Minister of St. Maarten has to finally tell the truth and lay it all out on the table for the people of St. Maarten, says Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel after what he called an embarrassing showing by the PM and the Minister of Finance in the Netherlands. He said the message from the Kingdom Council of Ministers was clear and to the point: No, go home.

MP Emmanuel said that after trying to go around State Secretary Knops to get the agreed upon liquidity support, the Prime Minister of St Read more

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~ Says financial controller had limited info ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Sunday called for an update on the Ombudsmans inquiry into the awarding of garbage contracts to five companies for the next five years. He said though the Minister of VROMI has gone quiet on the issue, it remains unresolved with several questions unanswered.
The MP explained that at least two companies filed complaints at the Ombudsman who in turn contacted the Minister with several inquiries based on those concerns Read more

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~ Asks if corporate changes at PJIA imminent ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Prime Minister of St. Maarten has to finally tell the truth and lay it all out on the table for the people of St. Maarten, says Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel after what he called an embarrassing showing by the PM and the Minister of Finance in the Netherlands. He said the message from the Kingdom Council of Ministers was clear and to the point: No, go home.
MP Emmanuel said that after trying to go around State Secretary Knops to get the agreed-upon liquidity support, the Prime Minister of St Read more

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Emmanuel: No Liquidity Support Is Result Of Weakness Of Leadership, Coalition Confusion

~ Asks what Knops specifically wants with PJIA ~

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Friday said that while he can empathize with the position the Prime Minister finds herself in after the Kingdom Council of Ministers decided to hold off on releasing liquidity support, it is unfortunately a reflection of her weakness as a leader, no cohesion in the coalition and the results of her government playing dangerous games with the Dutch. I have warned this government to be direct, to be forthcoming, to be honest Read more

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~ Asks what Knops specifically wants with PJIA ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel on Friday said that while he can empathize with the position the Prime Minister finds herself in after the Kingdom Council of Ministers decided to hold off on releasing liquidity support, it is, unfortunately, a reflection of her weakness as a leader, no cohesion in the coalition and the results of her government playing dangerous games with the Dutch. I have warned this government to be direct, to be forthcoming, to be honest Read more

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Emmanuel: Stop Using Pjia Employees As A Political Football, Take Care Of Them

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — Using airport employees as a political football and for sound-bites is unbecoming, but very typical of the opportunistic method of operations by the governing National Alliance (NA)-United People (UP) coalition. Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel over the weekend said he was astonished to hear the Prime Minister and the President of Parliament mention the airport employees in Parliament last Thursday, in what he says was a transparent ploy at playing politics with peoples emotions and lives.

He said during months of outcry by the employees over disrespectful treatment by the CEO of the airport and multiple questions surrounding outstanding money owed to them as well as the working environment at PJIA, not once did members of the coalition come out in support of the employees or offer any kind of explanations to them Read more

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PHILIPSBURG:--- Using airport employees as a political football and for sound-bites is unbecoming, but very typical of the opportunistic method of operations by the governing National Alliance (NA)-United People (UP) coalition. Independent Member of Parliament Christophe Emmanuel over the weekend said he was astonished to hear the Prime Minister and the President of Parliament mention the airport employees in Parliament last Thursday, in what he says was a transparent ploy at playing politics with peoples emotions and lives Read more

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