PHILIPSBURG--The National Alliance (NA) fraction in Parliament has called on government to declare 10/10/12 a national holiday for the people of St. Maarten.
NA Leader MP William Marlin made the call during Monday's special public plenary session of Parliament in commemoration of St. Maarten's first anniversary as a country within the Dutch kingdom. The first year anniversary 10/10/11 was observed as a national holiday in Cura�ao.
Marlin told the capacity filled meeting that St. Maarten's constitutional change did not occur overnight. He said it was a long journey that involved a multitude of persons including politicians, civil servants and the work group all of whom worked towards achieving the process.
He commended all those who were involved in the process for their efforts and stressed that the day should be declared a national holiday.
In addition to the Parliament meeting, several other activities were held to commemorate 10/10/11. These included a church service and an event for civil servants at Celebration Palace. The police also held a celebration.
The Parliament meeting was requested by Culture Minister Dr. Rhoda Arrindell.
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