A Committed Return Justice Minister Tackling Reflects on Budget Debate and Teamwork
Ensuring Continuity in Justice, Even from Abroad
On Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, the Honourable Minister of Justice, Nathalie Tackling, addressed the nation during the live Council of Ministers press briefing. She opened by acknowledging her absence during the critical parliamentary debate on the 2025 national budget.
A Committed Return Justice Minister Tackling Reflects on Budget Debate and Teamwork
While she would have preferred to be present in person, she expressed her sincere satisfaction that the budget was approved, describing it as an essential tool to keep delivering results for the people of St. Martin.
Despite her absence, Minister Tackling remained deeply involved. She credited her dedicated team within the Ministry of Justice for providing Parliament with timely and accurate responses.
A Committed Return Justice Minister Tackling Reflects on Budget Debate and Teamwork
Their efforts ensured the budgetary process continued smoothly. According to the Minister, they often worked through the night to meet their obligations —
despite being in different time zones due to her travels in Europe. That level of commitment underscored how seriously the ministry takes its responsibilities.
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Collaboration Across Ministries
The Minister also extended heartfelt thanks to her colleague, the Acting Minister of Justice — the Minister of Finance — for managing dual responsibilities during her absence.
Minister Tackling recognized that it was not an easy time and praised the resilience and cooperation that helped sustain the work of the Justice Ministry during a demanding period.
Transitioning from gratitude to goals, she highlighted how recent work visits abroad were not vacations but vital missions. These international engagements were designed to support long-term reforms in St. Martin’s justice system and solidify international cooperation.
Looking Forward with Purpose
Minister Tackling made it clear that this momentum must continue. With the 2025 budget in place and a capable team at her side, she remains focused on fulfilling the expectations of the people. Her return marked not just a resumption of duties — but a reaffirmation of her ministry’s purpose.
“The work doesn’t stop just because we’re abroad,” she said. “We carry St. Martin with us — and we work wherever we are.”
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