Interviewers from the Dutch Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS) will be approaching randomly-selected residents of Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba to take part in the “Omnibus Survey”, a large-scale survey on living conditions in the Caribbean Netherlands. This will be conducted until December. “Through this survey, CBS collects information on …
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Labor unions and healthcare institutions across the BES islands (Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba) have successfully negotiated a groundbreaking collective bargaining agreement (CBA), marking the first joint agreement of its kind in the region’s healthcare sector. Key Agreement Terms Healthcare workers throughout the BES islands will receive a 3.15 percent …
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The 8th annual Bizzy B 5K will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, marking five years of the popular running event on Saba. Organizers are aiming to break their participation record of 210 runners and walkers for this milestone anniversary edition. Event Details: Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025 Distance …
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The Public Entity of Saba has engaged in discussions with Winair in response to community concerns regarding the introduction of new fare classes and recent ticket price increases for Saba flights. These discussions focused on the impact of fare changes on residents, visitors, and the island’s economic development. Key Clarifications …
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Authorities on Saba continue their investigation into the fatal shooting that occurred on Friday, September 12. Two suspects, arrested last Friday in connection with the incident, will remain in custody following a decision by the Public Prosecutor to extend their detention by eight days. The extension was reviewed and approved …
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In cooperation with the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom, the Dutch government continues to focus on good governance and the rule of law, sustainable public finances, and the economic resilience of the islands. From this perspective, the aim is to work towards a shared future, taking into account the specific …
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On Budget Day (“Prinsjesdag”) – Tuesday, 16 September 2025, the government presented the Tax Plan 2026 Law Proposal to the House of Representatives. The proposal must still be approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate before taking effect on 1 January 2026. Below you will find the …
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Opinion: Internet Consultation as The Hague’s Booby Trap for the BES Islands In his contribution published today on, among others, The BES-Reporter, former island registrar Willem A. Cicilia makes a crucial point: internet consultations are a completely unsuitable instrument for Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba. They appear to be a …
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Fatal Shooting on Saba On Friday, September 12, at around 9:00 PM, police received a report of a shooting incident on Upper Mountain Road in Zion’s Hill, Saba. One person was injured. Upon arrival, officers found a man with a gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital by ambulance, …
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A shooting in Saba just before 9:00pm Friday has claimed the life of a local fireman. Police arrested two suspects a little more than an hour later. The victim is Sheldon Johnson, who would have celebrated his 33rd birthday today, Monday. According to the Caribbean Netherlands Police Force KPCN, the deceased …
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