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Justice Ministry's Cg 113.8 Million budget remains unchanged

Justice

GREAT BAY--The Ministry of Justice will operate with a virtually unchanged budget of Cg 113.8 million in 2027, despite continuing staff shortages across law enforcement, detention, immigration and other critical services. With only 54 percent of its authorized positions filled, the Ministry faces significant challenges in maintaining operations, implementing reforms and expanding its capacity to deliver justice and public safety services.

Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
Community

Bridge Builders to Host Meatless Day Walkathon Saturday in Support of Animal Defenders

GREAT BAY--Bridge Builders will host its annual Meatless Day Walkathon on Saturday, November 7, with proceeds going toward supporting Animal Defenders and its ongoing efforts to care for stray and abandoned animals on St. Maarten. The fundraising event, which begins at 6:00 a.m. at the Belair Community Centre, aims to raise awareness about animal welfare while encouraging residents to participate in a community activity that promotes compassion and healthy living.
Community

Six J&IS Youth Home Residents attend "The Healing Man" book launch, sponsored by MP Roseburg

GREAT BAY--Staff of Judicial and Institutional Services (J&IS) accompanied six young male residents of the J&IS Youth Residential Home to the launch of Castel Abraham's book, The Healing Man, on Sunday, November 1, at the Belair Community Center in Cay Hill. Their attendance was sponsored by Member of Parliament Sjamira Roseburg, allowing the young men to participate in an evening dedicated to emotional healing, personal responsibility, healthy masculinity and the importance of breaking harmful generational patterns.
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Government
Gumbs Sets Four Finance Ministry Priorities for 2027
GREAT BAY--Minister of Finance Marinka Gumbs has identified four major policy priorities for the Ministry of Finance in 2027, while warning Parliament that staff shortages, weaknesses in tax collection, hidden financial obligations, delayed structural reforms and insufficient oversight of government-owned companies remain significant risks to St. Maarten's public finances.
Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
Government
Minister Gumbs outlines Cg 94 million borrowing plan for 2027 as debt set to rise
GREAT BAY--Minister of Finance Marinka Gumbs has outlined adjustments to the 2027 capital budget, including a revised borrowing requirement of approximately Cg 94 million to finance government investments, some of which were originally scheduled to be funded through a loan anticipated in 2026.
Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
Government
Revenue measures: Govt pursues Tourist Tax, Revised Fees and Gaming Tax
GREAT BAY--The Government of St. Maarten is advancing several revenue-generating measures, including the introduction of a tourist tax, revisions to government fees, improved tax collection and the exploration of a gaming tax framework, as part of its efforts to broaden the country's revenue base and strengthen public finances.
Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
Government
Gumbs announces higher 2027 budget surplus of Cg 10 million, opens door for gasoline price relief
GREAT BAY--Minister of Finance Marinka Gumbs announced in Parliament on Tuesday that the projected surplus in the draft 2027 National Budget has increased from Cg 8 million to approximately Cg 10 million following adjustments to government expenditures.
Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
Justice
Police and Marechaussee intensify crime prevention ahead of tourist season
GREAT BAY--Police and members of the Royal Netherlands Marechaussee (KMar) confiscated two firearms, seized two fraudulent driver's licenses and checked 175 vehicles during a series of coordinated crime prevention operations across St. Maarten over the past week. The operations also resulted in eight fines and four incidents involving suspected violations of the Opium Ordinance, as law enforcement authorities intensify their presence ahead of the upcoming busy tourist season.
Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
Culture
House of Nehesi brings Unity Flag Activity Guide into St. Maarten classroom
GREAT BAY--Students at Sister Borgia Elementary School will participate in an interactive learning session on Wednesday, November 4, featuring the St. Martin Unity Flag – Activity Guide, as part of an ongoing literacy initiative aimed at connecting young learners with local literature, history and cultural identity.
Tribune Editorial Staff
November 3, 2026
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