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Sarah Calls On Ottley To Amend The Current Sickness Insurance Law Of The Szv To Include Vendors, Taxi And Bus Drivers And Sole Proprietors.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The call was made during a recent public meeting of parliament requested by members of parliament Wescot-Williams, Heyliger-Marten, and Emmanuel in the presence of Minister Ottley, who was asked about the national health insurance that was touted to be introduced on January 1, 2024.

It is during that meeting we learned that the national health insurance will not go into effect per January 1, 2024, as previously announced by the minister, but most other questions regarding the implementation of the general health insurance were not answered Read more

PHILIPSBURG:---  The SXM Padel Club proudly concludes the successful inaugural visit of Padel professional, influencer, and founder of The Padel School, Sandy Farquharson. The week-long event saw Sandy engaging in a series of group clinics and private lessons, leaving a lasting impact on the local Padel community.
During the dynamic week, Sandy Farquharson delivered over 30 engaging sessions, attracting more than 100 players of varying skill levels - from beginners to advanced. The event served as an opportunity for players to enhance their Padel skills while immersing themselves in the energetic atmosphere of the sport.
With the backdrop of the picturesque St Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- Member of Parliament and Leader of the United People's UP Party MP Rolando Brison says he echoes the sentiment of so many who are tired of the continuous grandstanding by MP Sarah Wescot-Williams, who has been in government for so long and was part of creating so many of the problems we have today; Questioning things Parliament's motion regarding Mullet Bay, which she ran away from voting on, the progress of the new General Hospital, electoral reforms and many other issues her failures in leadership helped create today Read more

PHILIPSBURG:---   Minister of Public Health, Social Development, and Labor (VSA), the Honorable Omar Ottley, has dispelled the politically motivated contrast attempted by some who recently criticized the pace of constructing the new General Hospital in Sint Maarten as "the politricks of misinformation in an election year." Minister Ottley stated, While I share the same sentiments as the general public concerning the pace  of the new hospital, the issues with the hospital started way before my political journey.

Minister Ottley, said on Sunday, "As elections draw closer, it will become increasingly difficult to distinguish between genuine concerns and fraudulent misrepresentations of the truth by those who seek to manipulate the public's perception of reality."

In 2019, members of parliament passed a vote of no confidence firing the then Minister of VSA Emil Lee, with one of the main points of the motion being his inability to start construction for the new general hospital, two and a half years after the contract was signed Read more

Emmanuel: El Proyecto Smmc Sin Dinero Es Un Vergonzoso Espectculo De Marionetas De Incompetencia

~ Adnde han ido 100 millones? ~
PHILIPSBURG, Sint Marten – El diputado independiente Christophe Emmanuel dijo el mircoles que sus preocupaciones se validaron cuando se anunci que el proyecto del nuevo hospital no tiene dinero. Una vez ms, pidi de inmediato al Ministro de VSA que finalmente realizara una investigacin real sobre cmo y dnde desaparecieron 100 millones de dlares, y que dejara de permitir que el contratista se burlara del liderazgo local.

El parlamentario tambin seal la incompetencia del Banco Mundial, el Comit Directivo del Fondo Fiduciario y la NRPB y su director Claret Connor, que una vez ms dejaron caer la pelota en un proyecto importante que se llev a cabo durante aos, sin resultados a la vista Read more

MikeS Message Of Mockery!

The editor, When considering this messenger with his message to the masses I beg to analyze, assess and examine the content or context of the message on it’s credibilty and purposes oops on it’s merits. Mike and I have one thing in common and that is: Both of us want credible people or persons in government, Parliament and Public Offices looking after our people’s affairs.

But where we are on the opposite side of the fence, wall oops issues is:

Being a credible corporate citizen in Country St Read more

Lee Recommends Measures To Cushion Effects Of Covid-19

Emil Lee

PHILIPSBURG--Businessman and former Health Minister Emil Lee has made several suggestions that can be employed to help address the challenging times St. Maarten faces as a result o Read more

St. Maarten Chinese Community Foundation Donates To Local Foundations

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – On Wednesday, March 4, 2020, the St. Maarten Chinese Community Foundation donated 140 individual boxes of assorted food stuff to several community Foundations on Sint Maarten who provide assistance to vulnerable persons. These Foundations routinely provide food packages to assist those in our community who need this assistance.

As a proud member of the Sint Maarten community, the St. Maarten Chinese Community Foundation wanted to give back in the best way possible Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- On Wednesday, March 4, 2020, the St. Maarten Chinese Community Foundation donated
140 individual boxes of assorted foodstuff to several community Foundations on Sint Maarten who provide assistance to vulnerable persons. These Foundations routinely provide food packages to assist those in our community who need this assistance.

As a proud member of the Sint Maarten community, the St. Maarten Chinese Community Foundation wanted to give back in the best way possible. We love Sint Maarten and because this is our home, we want to help out however we can Read more

Season 2 Of Me & Szv Radio Show Premiers February 3, 2020

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten After a successful airing of Season 1 of Social & Health Insurances SZVs radio show entitled Me & SZV on 98.1 Pearl FM in 2019, SZV has expanded the broadcast of the show on two additional radio stations. Season 2 will premiere on Monday February 3rd at 4pm on 102.7FM PJD2 radio, Tuesday February 4th at 6pm on 98.1FM Pearl radio and Wednesday February 5th at 12pm noon on 96.3FM Oasis radio. Interested listeners also have the option to listen to the show and other interviews with SZV representatives online via www.szv.sx > SZV radio.

The Me & SZV radio show is produced by SZV as an informative program for the public Read more

From left: United Democrats (UD) party stalwarts Perry Geerlings, Stuart JohnsonRead more

Emil Lee and Richardson share The Kapock Tree, which will appear on the sustainable shopping bags.

PHILIPSBURG--Former Minister and United Democrats (UD) candidate Read more

Government Saves Millions Of Naf On Water Purchase.

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — “The amount of water that has to be purchased under the current ‘take or pay’ clauses of the purchasing agreements have resulted in substantial financial losses for the country. Seven Seas Water was approached to see if Sint Maarten could get some relief from the minimum take or pay clause and their response was both immediate and positive.” – Emil Lee, Minister VSA.

Emil Lee as the Minister of VSA, who is responsible for the supply of safe drinking water, began an investigation into the financial situation of the government’s position as owner of the public water supply as part of the post-Irma assessments Read more

New General Hospital Will Come With International Quality Standards.

Philipsburg, Sint Maarten —  With the financing agreements for the new general hospital signed on Friday February 23rd, it is important for the general public to understand how health care will be improved. Although the new hospital is critical for the country, the agreement by all parties to work towards JCI or Joint Commission International Accreditation is also an important milestone accomplishment.

Acquiring the financing for the new hospital was one of the many phases outlined in the business plan that was developed by the Tripartite members; Ministry of VSA, SMMC and SZV Read more

Ministry Of Vsa Offers Persons Impacted By Irma With Temporary Housing Alternative 

 

Minister Lee inspects Temporary Emergency Housing with Dr. J Foundation

PHilipsburg, Sint Maarten –  Last week, the Minister of Public Health, Emil Lee announced the commencement of an Emergency Transitional Housing Program to be managed in by the Dr. J. Foundation. Minister Lee recently took a tour of the facility together with Dr Read more

Carty Stepping Down From Szv December 31St, 2018

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — With several systemically vital assigned tasks nearing completion and the SZV 3.0. strategic plan in full execution phase, the Director of SZV Glen Carty sees that his priority task as turnaround specialist is nearing completion. In consultation with Minister Lee, Carty will step down as Director on December 31st, 2018. Carty was appointed by the Governor by National decree on August 1st, 2016, after successfully completing the required Category A screening of the National Security of Sint Maarten.

“Glen’s contributions to the Country and SZV have been tremendous and greatly appreciated.  Both Glen and I agreed that with the hospital entering another phase of its development and the progress made on SZV’s strategic plan, it makes sense to begin the recruitment process for a new General Director.  I have asked that Glen stay on until the end of the year to allow for a proper and transparent transition.” – Emil Lee, Minister VSA

Minister of Public Health, Emil Lee will discuss the recruitment procedures for the new Director of SZV with the Supervisory Board of SZV and support the recruitment process to be carried out by the Supervisory Board Read more

Government Saves Millions Of Naf On Water Purchase.

PHILIPSBURG:--- “The amount of water that has to be purchased under the current ‘take or pay’ clauses of the purchasing agreements have resulted in substantial financial losses for the country. Seven Seas Water was approached to see if Sint Maarten could get some relief from the minimum take or pay clause and their response was both immediate and positive.” – Emil Lee, Minister VSA.
Emil Lee as the Minister of VSA, who is responsible for the supply of safe drinking water, began an investigation into the financial situation of the government’s position as owner of the public water supply as part of the post-Irma assessments Read more

PHILIPSBURG:--- With the financing agreements for the new general hospital signed on Friday, February 23rd, it is important for the general public to understand how health care will be improved. Although the new hospital is critical for the country, the agreement by all parties to work towards JCI or Joint Commission International Accreditation is also an important milestone accomplishment.
Acquiring the financing for the new hospital was one of the many phases outlined in the business plan that was developed by the Tripartite members; Ministry of VSA, SMMC and SZV Read more

Ministry Of Vsa Offers Persons Impacted By Irma With Temporary Housing Alternative

Minister Lee inspects Temporary Emergency Housing with Dr. J Foundation

PHILIPSBURG:--- Last week, the Minister of Public Health, Emil Lee announced the commencement of an Emergency Transitional Housing Program to be managed in by the Dr. J. Foundation. Minister Lee recently took a tour of the facility together with Dr. Judith Arndell to inspect the progress of the renovations currently taking place Read more

~ SMMC to repay loans ~

CAY HILL--A “facility agreement” amongst several parties committing to provide financing loans to fund the construction of a new general hospital for St. Maarten was signed between St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) and the financing partners on Friday.

The project is expected to cost NAf. 145 million. According to the agreement, Social and Health Insurances SZV will provide NAf. 39 million of this cost, General Pension Fund Administrator APS will provide NAf Read more

PHILIPSBURG--Health Minister Emil Lee said on Wednesday that efforts are being made to have the loan documents for the construction of the new hospital signed this Friday.

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Emil Lee Plans To Hold Ground Breaking For New General Hospital Despite The Lack Of Finances.

~ Says he will not heed the advice given by SZV Supervisory Board since it's all about votes ~

PHILIPSBURG:--- Interim Minister of VSA Emil Lee is hell-bent on fooling the populace of St. Maarten in order to garner enough votes on Monday for his re-election. Lee plans to hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the New General Hospital on Friday despite not having the finances in place.
According to information provided to SMN News and the advice given by the Supervisory board of SZV to the Minister in 2017 Read more

Ministerio De Vsa Recibe Nuevos Vehículos Para Continuar Sus Inspecciones Con Mas Efectividad

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – El Ministerio de VSA recibió 14 vehículos nuevos como parte de la ayuda de emergencia ofrecida por los Países Bajos a St. Maarten luego del paso de los huracanes Irma y María. Siete de estos vehículos fueron entregados al Ministerio el viernes 16 de febrero.

Como resultado del paso de los mencionados huracanes, las operaciones diarias del Ministerio se vieron muy afectadas y, en algunos casos, se estancaron debido a la falta de vehículos, ya que casi todos estos sufrieron daños graves.

La solicitud de vehículos fue hecha directamente por el Ministerio a los Países Bajos amparados en la ayuda de emergencia de crisis ofrecida por es país Read more

Ministry Of Vsa Receives New Vehicles And Continues Inspections With Full Force

PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — The Ministry of VSA received 14 new vehicles as part of the Emergency aid of the Netherlands offered to St. Maarten post hurricane Irma and Maria. Seven of those vehicles were handed over to Ministry on Friday February 16th.

As a result of the hurricanes, the Ministry’s daily operations were heavily affected, and in some cases put to a standstill by the lack of vehicles as almost all of its vehicles were severely damaged. The request for vehicles was a direct request of the Ministry to the Netherlands as part of the crisis emergency aid offered by the Netherlands Read more