WILLEMSTAD – The Curaçaoan Union of Workers in Nursing and Care Institutions (CBV) has formally requested the Tax Inspectorate to launch an investigation into Stichting Verpleeghuizen Curaçao, better known as Betèsda. The union alleges that social security premiums were deducted from employees’ salaries but not transferred to the relevant authorities.
The request was submitted on behalf of the CBV by legal firm KDL Legal. According to the union, employees were unaware of the situation and it remains unclear for how long the alleged practice may have been taking place.
Concerns about unpaid premiums emerged following the seizure of Betèsda’s bank accounts by the nursing home’s former director, in connection with an ongoing tax dispute. That development reportedly raised questions about the institution’s broader compliance with its financial obligations toward employees and the tax authorities.
The CBV has asked the Inspectie der Belastingen to verify whether the premiums were indeed withheld without being remitted. If this is confirmed, the union is calling on the tax authorities to ensure that any outstanding amounts are paid retroactively.
In addition, the CBV has requested that measures be put in place to prevent a recurrence of such a situation. The union has also asked the Tax Inspectorate to confirm which steps will be taken in response to the request.
The matter adds to ongoing scrutiny surrounding Betèsda’s financial management, amid broader legal and administrative challenges facing the healthcare institution.