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Ombudsman cites institutional progress, warns of persistent weaknesses in public administration

Government

GREAT BAY--Ombudsman Gwendolien Mossel has described 2025 as a defining year for the Bureau Ombudsman, marked by expanded institutional cooperation, proposed legislative reforms and increased public engagement, while cautioning that persistent weaknesses continue to affect the functioning of St. Maarten’s public administration.

Tribune Editorial Staff
July 28, 2026
Government

Ombudsman flags persistent failures at VROMI and Justice

GREAT BAY--The Ministries of VROMI and Justice accounted for 33 of the 48 formal complaints investigated by the Ombudsman in 2025, representing nearly seven in every ten formal cases opened during the year.
Government

CFT confirms St. Maarten recorded Xcg 39 million first-quarter surplus

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Dutch Kingdom
Dutch Cabinet fails to meet key timetable in Bonaire climate ruling
GREAT BAY--An investigation by Dutch broadcaster NOS has found that the Dutch Cabinet has not met a key timetable established in the landmark climate judgment concerning Bonaire and may be falling behind in carrying out the wider obligations imposed by the court.
Tribune Editorial Staff
July 28, 2026
Other
By 2050, St. Maarten could see 136 hot days, less rain and 22cm of sea-level rise
GREAT BAY--A new climate report projects that St. Maarten could experience as many as 249 hot days each year (exceeding 29.5 degrees Celsius) by the end of this century under a high-emissions scenario, while annual rainfall could decline by nearly half and sea levels rise by up to 78 centimeters. Even earlier than that, by 2050, St. Maarten could See 136 hot days and 22 centimeters of sea-level rise.
Tribune Editorial Staff
July 28, 2026
Other
Climate scenario reports and interactive tool available for St. Maarten, Aruba and Curaçao
GREAT BAY--The International Panel on Deltas and Coastal Areas, IPDC, and its regional partners have launched new climate scenario reports and an interactive digital tool to help St. Maarten, Aruba and Curaçao better understand and prepare for future climate conditions.
Tribune Editorial Staff
July 28, 2026
Health
Claret Connor to be sworn In as next VSA Minister
GREAT BAY--National Recovery Program Bureau Director Claret Connor is expected to be sworn in as the country’s next Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor, VSA, potentially as early as next week.
Tribune Editorial Staff
July 27, 2026
Culture
Teen Times members explore Puerto Rico’s culture, history and natural environment
PUERTO RICO--Members of Teen Times recently spent a week in Puerto Rico as part of the organization’s annual summer educational trip, gaining firsthand exposure to the island’s history, culture, traditions and natural environment.
Tribune Editorial Staff
July 27, 2026
Community
NV GEBE Launches “Together We Conserve” Energy and Water Awareness Campaign
GREAT BAY--With the escalating situation in the Middle East contributing to rising fuel prices and uncertainty in global energy markets, NV GEBE is encouraging customers to use electricity and water wisely. Although these developments are beyond our control, they serve as an important reminder that responsible use and conservation will benefit everyone.
Tribune Editorial Staff
July 27, 2026
Opinion
Set the Record Straight - Part II The Colour Question on Saba
July 28, 2026
Ruthless
July 26, 2026
Potential Needs an Opportunity Before It Becomes Experience
July 26, 2026
Weekend Read

Two people, one Institution, and a wider fight for vocational education

July 24, 2026

St. Maarten has entered the room, it must continue to bring knowledge home

July 24, 2026

Why breastfeeding still needs an awareness week

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