The Caribbean Netherlands Tax Office BCN is aware of the limited postal services on Saba in recent months. As a result, some residents may have had less time to respond to a payment reminder or to arrange a payment plan. To take this situation into account, BCN is introducing a two-month grace …
Read More »First load of X-blocks for Black Rock Harbor arrived
This week, the first 14 X-Blocks arrived on the island, marking another important milestone in the development of the breakwater that will protect our new harbor. Because Saba lacks sufficient local rock and manufacturing capacity for heavy marine armor, the breakwater utilizes a combination of regional and international supplies, including …
Read More »BES Islands strengthen regional cooperation through protocol training
Twentyfour professionals from Statia, Saba, and Bonaire have completed a three-day Protocol and Etiquette Training in Statia, strengthening regional cooperation and professional standards in protocol, official representation, and government communication. The training was organised and hosted by the Statia Government from August 25th to 27th after identifying the need to further …
Read More »Saba’s goat removal project is not yet completed
Saba’s goat removal project began in 2021, targeting free-roaming goats that were damaging vegetation, causing erosion, and affecting coral reefs through sediment runoff. The original population was underestimated at around 5,000; the government now says the actual number was likely much higher, since roughly 8,750 goats have been removed to …
Read More »New Water Ordering System Begins Friday
Starting Friday, August 28th, at 8:00 a.m., Public Entity Saba will launch the new centralized system for ordering and coordinating water deliveries. With the launch of the new system, all water orders will be placed through the centralized ordering system. Orders can be placed by calling +599 416 5363 directly …
Read More »Better consumer protection in BES
Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (so-called BES islands) can achieve a stronger, more stable economy through a number of measures. Among other things, it is important that residents receive better consumer protection and that rules regarding competition are established. This is stated by the advisory organisation “Economisch Bureau Amsterdam” (EBA). …
Read More »Jan Helmond steps down as Acting Kingdom Representative
Jan Helmond has requested the King to grant him resignation as Acting Kingdom Representative effective January 1, 2027. Although his statutory appointment continues until he reaches the age of 70, he has chosen to retire earlier. Until that time, he will continue to dedicate himself fully to the interests of …
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