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HALL TAKES THE STAND Floyd Hall, former deputy premier and minister of finance, is back in the witness box in the Special Investigation and PAGE 5 Prosecution Team (SIPT) trial.

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Hinderaker says visitors to his December 21 exhibition can expect a variety of styles and motifs (photos

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TCI TO BUILD ITS OWN MILITARY REGIMENT PAGE  4

TCI RECORDS 13TH MURDER FOR THE YEAR

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TWO NEW CLINICS OPEN IN NORTH CAICOS

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Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson meets with UK Ministry of Defence officials

TCI to build its own military regiment

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TURKS and Caicos Islands is taking its first step towards having its own armed defence force.

The revelation that the UK has agreed to help the TCI develop its own military regiment was made by Governor Nigel Dakin in a post on Instagram on December 3.

Governor Dakin said the move towards a reservist defence unit has been under discussion by Britain and TCI for some time.

The overarching aim of the military regiment is to improve security and disaster management locally.

He said: “Over the last two days we’ve had a team in the Islands from the UK’s Ministry of Defence starting to look at the feasibility for us establishing a military capability for the Islands.

“This ambition is included in the National Security Strategy.

“All initial indications are that this is both possible and that we can move reasonably quickly, with UK support.”

He said the engagement with UK Ministry of Defence officials is still at a working level and is based on how the plan will be brought into fruition.

“We envision a reserve force commanded, officered and staffed by men and women of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“There would be a core group of TCI permanent staff: a commanding officer, adjutant, training officer and administrative element drawn from this group.

“We would look to the UK for training (including training for officers at Sandhurst) and soldiers regionally, along with weapons and uniforms.

“The force, as presently imagined, would be able to work in support of our maritime units and be on standby in times of natural disaster trained in basic engineering and communication skills.”

He said that having a TCI military force will see more connectivity with the UK military than to date but that will be in terms of support to the territory.

“You can imagine how valuable

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such a force will be in terms of reinforcing our maritime defences and, given the support provided post hurricane by the Bermuda Regiment, we are also discussing giving it basic engineering and communication skills so they can provide a disciplined uniformed force who can support during times of natural or other disaster.

“I hope it also develops into something TCI can be hugely proud of and give those men and women who want to serve their country, an opportunity to serve.”

Representatives from the defence ministry and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office are expected to visit the territory sometime next year to conduct an operational needs assessment to find out what will be needed to move the project forward.

Once the military force gets off the ground, it will be the third overseas territories regiment in the region as Bermuda and the Cayman Islands have expressed interest in establishing a similar regiment.

The governor said: “We’d look to build interoperability with the Bermuda Regiment and Cayman (who are about to embark on the same journey).”

He stressed that the force is called out as a capability in the National Security Strategy and this strategy was needed to convince the UK of the TCI’s seriousness in this regard.

Dakin added: “There’s still a distance to go before UK ministers agree to our proposal but the team wouldn’t have come without initial ministerial and top level military support for the concept.

“There’s been cross party support by leaders of both political parties for this initiative here and of course the premier and myself own the National Security Strategy.

“If all goes well I’d hope we would start to see practical developments towards the third quarter of 2020.

“You can’t buy this capability off the forecourt, either, but we’ve started on the journey and I hope we will build something enduring that TCI becomes tremendously proud of and which offers great utility,” the governor said.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson met with UK Ministry of Defence team during their visit.

Kino Williams succumbs to gunshot wounds

TCI records 13th murder for the year THE MURDER count has now landed on a record 13 for the Turks and Caicos Islands, with a fatal shooting in Providenciales Kino Williams also known as ‘Chucky’ has been named as the victim.

At around 8.30pm on Wednesday (December 11) residents reported hearing multiple gunshots in the vicinity of the Bight which followed shortly after with a vehicular accident.

Hours later, police confirmed that one man died as a result of the incidents which occurred in a parking lot along Sibonne Road in Providenciales.

Police also confirmed that the 42-year-old Williams received multiple gunshot wounds, and while trying to drive himself to the hospital in a Honda CRV, he was involved in a single vehicular accident in the vicinity of Blue Mountain Road.

Police said a private car then rendered assistance and transported the injured man to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre

where he later died.

Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting expressed his sympathies to the bereaved family.

“Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the deceased, who became our 13th murder for 2019.

“While our officers are actively investigating this murder, we are asking the public for help with information they may have, no matter how small, we are asking you to call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1-8008477(TIPS).”

The other 12 who were murdered this year are: Obed Dupree on April 8; an unknown Haitian man on April 12; Marlo Glinton on April 23; Colton Walkin on June 2; Sly Rocker on July 17; Lorand Prospere on July 27; Yacinth Job on July 30; Lloydel ‘LJ’ Swann on August 10; Kamazio Gray on August 31; British visitor Anthony Vandor Woerd in September; Julien Pierre on September 23 and Jefferson Seide on October 13.

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Former finance minister Floyd Hall gives testimony in SIPT corruption trial FLOYD Hall, former deputy premier and minister of finance, is back in the witness box in the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) trial.

Hall first took the stand in November when the trial had resumed following an extended break to allow former premier Michael Misick to be prepared to testify on his own behalf.

But upon resumption, Misick’s lawyer indicated that his client would be exercising his constitutional right to silence, an abrupt departure from what was previously indicated to the court and the media.

Yet another delay to the trial was experienced in late November when Hall’s lawyer, Queen’s Counsel Earl Witter fainted while he was examining the ex-deputy premier.

He was immediately rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Witter is recovered and now remains seated in the courtroom as he examines his client.

That examination currently relates to several pieces of documents that the prosecution has already tendered as evidence in their case against Hall.

The former finance minister, his wife Lisa Hall - who is also on trial, relatives and friends, were first accused of receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars from Seven Stars Resort developer Jak Civre via bank accounts both in the TCI and Florida.

Hall is charged with the other defendants in a wide-reaching conspiracy to receive bribes.

Speaking with some of the defence lawyers in the case, the Weekly News learned that “more of the defendants will be testifying than won’t”.

This development would suggest that the trial will be taking much longer than previously anticipated, potentially well into 2020.

This year the trial has been particularly plagued by illnesses of lawyers, the judge and tragically the death of a visiting friend of one of the defence attorneys, all forcing extended adjournments to the threeyear long trial.

This issue was raised in early November by defence attorneys Richard Bendall and Kishanta Hall,

both of whom are representing Clayton Greene.

They stated: “Being realistic, the chances of there being no further delays in the trial is totally fanciful.

“That would be so even if one tried to ignore the fact that at least some of the instructed counsel are not exactly at the start of their careers.

“There are 21 counsel and nine accused. The statistical chances of none of them being ill in the next two years is extremely remote.

“In truth we have been pretty fortunate so far. In addition to the medical issues that the court is aware of, there have been at least five other medical ‘near misses’ that the court has not been troubled with, because thankfully they have not, in the event, affected the timetable.”

The lawyers contended that the only way to try to reduce the risk of this trial meandering on forever “is to take a radical scythe to the indictment to try to reduce the number of issues; the number of projects to be considered and/or the number of the accused”.

Floyd Hall, former deputy premier and minister of finance

Fifteen-year imprisonment for first time firearm offenders proposed

BY DELANA ISLES SPEAKER of the House, Dwayne Taylor, has called on the Government and members of the House of Assembly to take another look at the Firearms Ordinance 2018 to see where stricter penalties can be imposed.

The call came during the December 3 sitting of parliament and just a few days after Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting revealed that firearm offences and possession of illegal firearms by civilians has significantly increased in 2019 from previous years.

Hon. Taylor appealed to the House on behalf of police officers and members of the public, who he said approached him with serious concerns about the rising incidents of gun crimes and the lack of sufficient punishment for offenders.

“With the amount of firearm incidents in the Turks and Caicos, clearly penalties and bail

conditions have not been much of a deterrent,” the speaker pointed out.

He appealed for the House to seriously consider taking a second look at the Firearms Ordinance, where there can be more stricter penalties and measures in terms of time spent the first time and bail conditions.

“It has been the expression of many police officers that it’s been counterproductive when persons would have been arrested, charged for firearm incidents and then within 48 hours they’re back on the streets again, and as a result, in some instances it would have been repeat offenders.

“We know that with the many, many, numerous firearm incidents that happened over the course of the last six to nine months, the police officers find it very difficult with the amount of manpower and time that they have to spend trying to investigate and deal with these incidents.

“It is their hope and their prayer that this honourable House please

look at the legislation again and see where it can be further amended for some more stricter penalties in place.”

He suggested that the ordinance should be amended to reflect that bail should be denied for these offenders, and that this should be enforced by

the courts.

The speaker also had some thoughts on the recently imposed seven-year sentence: “If it is that seven years [is the minimum sentence] then it ought to be 15 years for first time; those are some of the considerations, but there has to be

some level of deterrence because it’s counterproductive when police officers arrest, charge and even when persons go to prison, within no time they are back on the street and they are committing those same offences again.”

In 2018 when the ordinance was amended, it addressed detention and bail, increasing the minimum prison time for firearm related offences from five years to seven, and allowing the police to hold a suspect for up to 48 hours without charging them.

Recently, Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale made a significant ruling in the Supreme Court, when she imposed only two-years prison time for a defendant who admitted to the court that he had one bullet in his possession.

That light sentence was granted as a result of persuasive arguments by the defence lawyer that the exceptional circumstances clause in the amended ordinance applied to her client.

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A Weekly News column that puts you on the spot for your opinions on the issues of the day

NOXIOUS DUMP SMOG ALMOST 400 residents of Millennium Heights and Belgrade Parker Gardens have signed petitions demanding the Human Rights Commission intervene on their behalf because of the toxic smoke and fumes emanating from the nearby public dump site.

“We have been crying out for help for so long and no one is willing to say enough is enough,” one resident complained.

According last week’s Weekly News report, the dump pumps out noxious smog which has been cited as “lethal and potentially carcinogenic”.

What are your thoughts?

Intervene

Ministers must intervene, step in, take responsibility and do something about this.

They must cause an investigation into why, after budgeting more than enough monies for the dump site, the tendering process and the Procurement Board cannot appoint the best of group of qualified bidders.

Ministers and all elected officials must agree to change the tendering rules and regulations so that while maintaining transparency and accountability, the usual games of delay and unfair tendering procedures could end.

There is again no reason why an advanced island like Providenciales or an eco-tourism country like the TCI must still cope with this kind of nonsense.

We have all been taxed enough over the years and the monies are there. In frustration, they must go to the Human Rights Commission for help.

There is real hope and optimism based on its record and leadership that something will be done by the commission.

We do have a human right, kids and all, to live in a smoke free environment.

The governor, ministers, the minister responsible, the commission should all attend a Cabinet meeting, make the right decisions, order an immediate tender, demand action and results.

Heads should really roll as this is highly unacceptable. This nonsense must stop and we continue to play games with each other.

Injunction needed

Very terrible. They should come together

and file for an injunction and a lawsuit for trespass against the Government.

Passing blame

After the private operators took over the dump, it became almost as pristine as Grace Bay beach.

Although I have no idea what the circumstances were that led to the termination of the private operator’s contract, now we have yet another example of the Government screwing up anything it touches, this time to the detriment of the health of our citizens.

And they have no excuse except to blame in on “Opposition sympathisers” setting the fires.

It can’t fix the schools, it can’t repair the roads, it can’t fix the airport control tower, it can’t maintain the hospital, and it has taken them years to restore the civilian firefighting service in Grand Turk.

Is there anything at all that this Government CAN do?

Move the dump

They got a raw deal from the jump with the cost of those flimsy built homes.

As for the unbearable smoke, it is high time the Government moved the dump to an uninhabited island.

We have no means of true recycling, so most of the garbage has to be burnt.

In the meantime, they have to find a better way to reduce the garbage/waste without having to set fires and put persons’ health as such a serious risk.

Class action

The big shots at FortssTCI can build a fantastic office building for those Canadians to relax in but the dump materials could generate huge amounts of power.

FortisTCI claims fuel is their biggest cost and here it is ready and free. It is used in many other places.

after many years of the TCI community deciding to do absolutely nothing about a serious situation.

The issue must be confronted by the commission, minister responsible and the Government head on.

Toxic fumes and smoke escaping from one’s premises is a serious criminal issue.

Fundamental human rights are being destroyed and attacked. Something must be done and the games must stop.

This dump in Blue Hills, Providenciales, is destroying our lives, threatening our future, assaulting the viability of the tourism industry and has been a saga forever.

There are reports and allegations of sabotage and arson. Fines must increase as this really cannot happen and they get away with it.

This incurable and intractable issue of toxic smoke being endless is part of the TCI psyche to grumble, complain, but really intent on doing nothing will remain.

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Bring a class action against the Environmental Health Department and by extension the Government.

Do not waste your time. Your and your children’s health depends on you taking action.

If the dump was in Leeward, the Government would’ve taken action years ago.

To be quite honest, the residents of Leeward would not have allowed a dump to tarnish their lily whiteness. Take action!

Trash as fuel

The pathway to show the world that the TCI is seriously self-governing begins with the public taking actions, matters into their own hands and following the law.

Further having an active Humans Rights Commission shows that the TCI has advanced to the point where agencies of this nature and quality can provide the kind of leadership to address serious situations like this.

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National conversation on climate change slated for 2020

BY OLIVIA ROSE A CONVERSATION to discuss actions to tackle climate change on a national level will take place in January 2020.

The national Climate Change Workshop and Symposium will give the public, businesses and the Government the opportunity to be part of the shift in climate consciousness.

This was revealed on November 18 during the throne speech prepared by the Government and read by Governor Nigel Dakin in the House of Assembly.

“Climate change is a topic that remains a critical issue in many countries around the world including small island nations like the Turks and Caicos Islands,” he said.

“My Government will be launching a Climate Change Workshop and Symposium in January 2020 with the aim of a cross Government partnership in implementing policies with a climate change consciousness and educating each sector about the current systems in place to do the same.

“We would also, through this event, involve the public and the schools/ youth to educate them about the need for an active involvement in combating climate change strategies.”

He further disclosed that the Climate Change Committee throughout 2020 will be launching various community and youth projects to promote climate change education and adaptation strategies.

This is part of the Government’s wider mandate to create a more

Date scheduled for constitutional reform talks

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT is gearing up to discuss its proposed constitutional changes during the Joint Ministerial Conference (JMC) now scheduled for February next year.

The annual Overseas Territories JMC brings together political leaders from the overseas territories and UK ministers.

It is regarded as the principle forum for reviewing and implementing the shared strategy for promoting the security and good governance of the territories and their sustainable economic and social development.

During this year’s throne speech, which Governor Nigel Dakin read in the House of Assembly on November 18, it was revealed that the Government is planning to seek an audience with the Minister of State for the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to discuss constitutional amendments for the territory.

Dakin, who delivered the throne speech prepared by the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) Government, said the Government is committed to engaging the public and the FCO on recommendations that will advance the constitution.

“My Government is pleased to report that on Saturday past, it received the report of the

committee.

“It is my Government’s intention to make the proposals public, and to hold a debate in the House of Assembly before it is forwarded to the United Kingdom.

“My Government regrets our inability to meet with Lord Ahmad on these proposals due to United Kingdom elections.”

Back in September, a committee consisting of Government and Opposition members was appointed to conduct consultations throughout the Islands on the constitutional changes.

The formation of the committee was hailed as the first concrete political agreement between the Government and Opposition along the difficult path towards a constitutional revamp.

Members include Hon. Sean Astwood and Hon. Douglas Parnell, and two Opposition members Hon. Akierra Missick and R Donhue Gardiner.

Their aim was to sensitize communities throughout the territory on new submissions to the constitution and receive recommendations from residents.

Residents have since had an opportunity to weigh in on the constitutional proposals at several meetings held in Grand Turk, Salt Cay, South Caicos, Middle Caicos and North Caicos, and Providenciales.

environmentally conscious nation and to advance, as with the rest of the region, toward climate change adaptation.

“A Climate Change Committee led by the Office of the Premier was appointed early in my administration and policy statement, and Policy on Climate Change Adaptation has been agreed at Cabinet level.

“Training was conducted by UNDP with accounting officers in an effort to ensure that climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction is included in all national strategies, policies, programmes and operations.

“Climate change is no longer a threat, it is here.”

Climate change threatens to reverse a country or territory’s development progress, unless concerted efforts are made to make development climate resilient.

As such, it is essential for small island territories such as the TCI to build adaptive capacity, resilience to change and effective solutions.

The Government completed its first Climate Change Policy in October 2018.

That November, Ronlee James, Director of the Premier’s Office and Chairman of the Climate Change Committee, said the policy would stipulate how climate change adaptation will be integrated in all Government strategies, spending and

investment decisions.

A green paper to ensure that climate change adaptation provisions are included in all national policies, programmes, strategies and action plans, was also approved by Cabinet.

TCI’S CLIMATE CHANGE EFFORTS The Turks and Caicos Islands has already made significant strides towards reducing and eliminating harmful products from the environment.

Governor Dakin during the speech highlighted several of the Government’s environmentallyfriendly initiatives aimed at preserving the beautiful by nature islands.

“As of April 15, a ban on singleuse plastic bags came into effect in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Persons are no longer able to import single-use plastic bags as defined by the Plastic and other Single Use Products (Use and Waste Management) Bill 2019.

“A total ban subsequently came into effect on May 1 prohibiting the importation, use, sale and distribution of single-use plastic bags in Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Cabinet then approved on May 29 a ban on polystyrenes, a policy paper put forward as part of the ongoing ‘Going green for

Under the tree

2019’ initiatives to clean up our Islands, reduce waste and encourage sustainable alternatives.

“This will take effect on December 31 along with the regulations on the use and importation of single-use plastics, Styrofoam, polystyrenes and plastic straws.

“The policies also outline a list of alternatives and reduced tariffs for the importation of those alternative items,” Dakin noted.

Both bans are part of an all-island phase out of all non-biodegradable plastics, the governor explained.

He stressed that the overall aim is to reduce waste going to landfills, reduce land and marine pollution and reduce the territory’s overall contribution to climate change.

The Government also announced the development of a policy to restrict the importation of aged vehicles to the territory.

The governor added: “My Government also approved an interim policy that will assist with the removal of derelict vehicles and scrap metals while simultaneously reducing duties for the export of the same. That policy came into force at the start of the month.

“The overall goal is to decrease the number of derelict vehicles left abandoned throughout the communities of the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

By Benneth Williams

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CABINET MEETING SUMMARY

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, Minister of Education Hon. Karen Malcom and students cutting the ribbon to declare the Iris Stubbs Primary School open

The newly constructed Iris Stubbs Primary School in South Caicos

Newly rebuilt Iris Stubbs Primary officially opens

BY OLIVIA ROSE IRIS Stubbs Primary School has officially reopened - two years after hurricanes Irma and Maria ripped through the facility causing irreversible damage.

The former school building in South Caicos had to be demolished following the category five storms, and pupils were sent to study at a temporary location.

On Friday, December 6, students, teachers, ministers and residents admired the newly rebuilt facility which is now both hurricane and flood proof.

It will also serve as a hurricane and emergency shelter for the residents of South Caicos.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and Minister of Education Hon. Karen Malcom attended the ribbon cutting ceremony to declare the school open.

The premier explained that five

months after the hurricanes, the Government directed funds to the reconstruction and rehabilitation of government schools and offices.

She added that further gift funding came from the European Union and this money was directed towards the project.

“I am elated that the Iris Stubbs Primary School now has a brand new and more resilient facility,’ she said.

“These teachers and students have had to endure the traumatic experience of two major hurricanes then endured further disruption to normalcy when they were displaced from their classrooms.

“This new building signifies how much we have been able to achieve since 2017 and how fortunate we are that we were able to bring Turks and Caicos back from devastation without debt.”

She stressed that the students deserve permanent housing for their

education, one that is built to the best standards.

“Education is key to our country’s development and my Government will continue to invest in the best institutions, curricula and programmes for our children.”

Governor Nigel Dakin who also attended the opening ceremony in an Instagram post following the opening said the school was “cleverly” constructed.

“The school - which I first saw under construction when I last visited - is excellent and cleverly designed to be flexible offering a hurricane shelter not only strong, but with indoor facilities to cater for community needs that’s been thought through at the design stage.

“I’d met many of the children when I last visited and it was good to catch up with them again...they were all in good form and they should CONTINUED 

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BETTER library services, a vehicle tint law and planning applications were all discussed at the latest meeting of the Cabinet.

Governor Nigel Dakin chaired the 29th meeting on Wednesday, December 4, at the Office of the Premier, Durham’s Building in Grand Turk. All ministers were in attendance.

At this meeting Cabinet: - Approved a request from Grace Bay Suites to allow the resort to benefit from duty concessions on the importation of furniture, fixtures and fittings under the Refurbishment Policy.

- Approved the TCI Government becoming a government associate member of the World Council of Credit Unions.

- Approved the appointment of secretary to the Investment and Risk Committee and the Audit Committee for the TCI National Wealth Fund.

- Approved commercial development planning applications for GT 4723, Block 10503 - Parcels 75, 77, 82, 84, 86, 88, 91, 92 and 123 for combination and mutation of the subject parcels to create ten lots on Grand Turk.

- Approved planning application PR 13638 for re-zoning of parcel 60713/20 from (R1) low density residential to T01 Tourism Related Development in order to construct residential villas at Turtle Cove, Providenciales.

- Approved planning application PR 14509 for the construction of an early childhood classroom block at Oseta Jolly Primary School, Block 60503 Parcel 288, Blue Hills Providenciales.

- Approved recommendations for amendments to the National Parks Order under the National Parks Ordinance, as no environmental impact assessment for the relevant protected areas is required, as previously thought, as the recommended alterations are classed as non-contentious and are for extensions to or reclassifications of those areas, rather than reductions.

- Approved a sand mining application submitted by Lucayan Holdings to mine Block/Parcel 51100/18 in North Caicos and Middle Caicos, pursuant to section seven of the Mineral (Exploration) Ordinance.

- Approved a recommendation to amend the Library Ordinance to support the betterment of library services in TCI. - Was updated on the progress of the implementation of the Caribbean Certificate of Secondary Level Competence in all public schools as a standardised curriculum for lower secondary classes (forms one to three).

- Noted the recommendations of the Public Procurement Board on the award of the following contracts which followed the process as required by the Public Procurement Ordinance: - TR 19/14, Refurbishment to DECR Building, Providenciales - TR 19/18, Booster pump, water undertaking, Pump House repairs, Grand Turk - TR 19/21, Consultancy services for Government Complex, Providenciales - TR 19/27, Port lighting project, lights installation and trenching excavation for South Dock, Providenciales - Noted an information paper on the contract award for the supply of computer equipment and firewall devices in line with the process as required by the Public Procurement Ordinance.

IN OTHER BUSINESS: - Approved an application by Emerald Point for a 25-year licence to establish a terminal groyne of 6,000 square feet for beach protection seaward of Parcel 609901/118, Leeward through Providenciales.

- Approved the grant of a long-term lease, with the option to renew, to Grand Lucayan Resorts from Parcel 10503/91, 92 and 123pt, for construction and operation of a modern villa hotel and multiplex centre.

- Confirmed its earlier approval of amendments to the extension of the expiry date in the Physical Planning Ordinance through an Amendment Bill 2019 from 24 months to 66 months, and confirmed its approval for the finalised bill to be transmitted to the House of Assembly.

- Confirmed its earlier approval of amendments to the Road Traffic Ordinance regarding vehicle tints.

December 14-20, 2019

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Judge throws case out of court, advises prosecution to prepare better DEFENCE attorney Sheena Mair has once again successfully argued for her client, this time getting a judge to throw a matter out of court when she poked several holes in the Crown’s case.

It was in the middle of the trial of defendant Alexander Joseph - charged with possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear - that Judge Shiraz Aziz called a halt to the proceedings, first to allow the prosecution to consider whether they want to continue with the case given the many issues being raised

by the defence.

But, after the prosecution decided it still wanted to go ahead, the judge made a judgement call and withdrew the case from the jury, discharged them and aborted the trial.

He then suggested a restart date for some time in February 2020, giving the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution sufficient time to decide whether they will continue to pursue the matter against Joseph.

There were also some stinging words for the prosecution table, with

questions being raised by the judge as to how prepared they were to bring the case to trial.

Joseph was arrested in April this year and charged with the offence.

He is alleged to have used the imitation gun to confront a man who had allegedly assaulted his relative.

During the proceedings in court last week, reliable reports are that the virtual complainant in the matter got into a confrontation with the court officers, and was threatened with contempt of court by the judge. (By Delana Isles)

Burglar caught on camera confesses A MAN who was recently caught on home video surveillance that was making the rounds on social media, has admitted to the offence he was seen committing on camera.

Upon returning to their house some weeks ago, homeowners in the Cooper Jack area realised that their property was burgled.

When they reviewed hidden cameras around and in the premises, they were able to obtain photographs of the suspect, which they shared to social media.

Immediately, other residents recognised the man pictured and contacted police.

Jonathan Handfield, who lives with a leg disability, was arrested and charged.

During his first appearance before

Jonathan Handfield caught on camera in strangers’ house

a magistrate this week, Handfield admitted to the burglary and was

released pending sentencing. (By Delana Isles)

Professional crook back behind prison bars STEPHENSON Morris, owner and editor of the TCI Spotlight Newspaper, has been sentenced to three years in Her Majesty’s Prison.

Last Friday (December 6) Morris appeared before Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale and was

slapped with the sentence.

Morris will now serve time for failing to repay a court order sum of almost $16,000 that he stole by way of deception, from another man.

He was convicted of the offence in June this year, but was given six

months to repay the stolen money on application by his lawyer, and released on bail.

Failure to repay in the court appointed time has now landed him behind bars for the next few years.

(By Delana Isles)

Burglary and aggravated burglary for the year stand at 199 reported incidents, a significant drop from last year’s 330 crimes

Firearm offences almost double for 2019 THERE have been 85 firearm related incidents, 84 robberies and 12 murders (at the time), Police Commissioner Trevor Botting told the press late last month.

The figures were released during a media briefing in Providenciales and police are maintaining that the increase in crime is still “slight” compared to 2018.

“We’ve had a fairly dramatic rise in firearms related crime, last year there were 35 and this year there was 86.

“In percentage terms it is…an unacceptable rise in the Turks and Caicos Islands, which still remains a safe place to be, certainly compared to across the region.”

However, Commissioner Botting said that number is still unacceptable.

Robberies increased from 55 in 2018 to 84 this year.

“It remains our absolute priority to deal with those serious crimes which people are most concerned about, and those serious crimes which pose the most harm to the communities,” the commissioner said.

From April to October 2019 there were 1,274 crimes reported, fractionally less than 2018 figures.

In this respect, Botting noted that crime is staying pretty consistent, as there has not been a significant drop and there has not been a significant rise.

As of December 11, there have been 13 reported murders compared to nine last year.

Burglary and aggravated burglary for the year stand at 199 reported incidents, a significant drop from last year’s 330 crimes.

The commissioner reported that for the year there have been eight reported crimes against tourists/ visitors, a slight rise from last year’s

six.

He again validated the fear of residents as it relates to the crime situation, stating: “As I said to you when I first took on the commissioner’s role, I wouldn’t be hiding anything from you. The crime stats are the crime stats and... how we respond to them is very important.”

Since the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force has increased their road patrols, there have been 568 stop and searches, all within the month of October.

“That figure is much higher than what we normally have, and it reflects the increased activity.

Out of that 568 stop checks, there have been 17 arrests.

Botting stated that five firearms, several rounds of ammunition and drugs were recovered in the October searches alone.

He said this is a significant increase from what the figures usually are, and that September was also another record month for firearm seizures.

According to the commissioner, these figures indicate that his officers are working very hard to restrict the amount of illegal guns that are on the street.

He noted that in October particularly, his officers have been putting in extra hours of work, and thanked the Government for the additional funding and support.

Meanwhile, the commissioner also updated on the clamp down on dark tints and vehicles without registration, stating that it has helped in the force’s crime fighting abilities.

He reiterated that a lack of registration plates on vehicles and excessive tint have a direct effect on the effectiveness of the closed-circuit television (CCTV).

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FINANCIAL TIP NUMBER TWO:

There is no need to buy expensive gifts – keep it simple MANY years ago, many of us did not have much money or no money at all, however we were able to enjoy and have fun with each other with inexpensive gifts or no gifts at all.

Today, some consumers are obsessed with expensive and luxury gifts.

As a result, their friends and partners find themselves in debt purchasing these items to satisfy the wants of their other half.

Obviously, there are some very rich people that can afford to do this but really and truly the main people that benefit from these purchases are the owners of the retail outlets.

I challenge you going forward to keep the gift exchange very simple.

The most important gift is your life, the lives of the friends and family members. Because this is such an important gift, maintain a healthy life.

Do not get in any debt because when you get in debt you tend to worry especially when you are unable to pay the bills.

When you worry, you tend to put stress on your life which will impact your health.

Therefore, do not spend any money on these extravagant gifts.

WATCHES VS MOBILE PHONES The main purpose of a watch is to tell the time. Nowadays almost everyone has a mobile phone and almost every mobile phone has the time on it.

Furthermore, your computer at home or work has the time on it.

Your car has a time on it.

Therefore, why would you spend so much money on buying a watch? The money you spend on an expensive watch you can use to get out of debt.

BRAND NAMES VS GENERIC NAMES A brand name implies that it is valuable and so there is a trend to get brand name items which most times can be very costly.

The truth of the matter is the brand and the generic name serve the same purpose.

In fact, if you were to investigate some of these manufacturers, they are getting generic name products and relabelling with their brand.

Another truth to brand names is that they are just more popular than generic names. It does not mean they are necessarily better. It just means it

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more known.

The important thing for you is to purchase something that meets your needs. If a generic item can meet that need, then get it.

SET A BUDGET It appears to be a trend that expensive gifts are expected during Christmas and birthdays.

The best thing to do is eliminate the high expectation level and agree with your family and friends a budgeted amount for gifts.

Accept and agree that expensive gifts will not make your Christmas better. Being around family and friends will make Christmas great.

KEEP IT SIMPLE Your Christmas can be a memorable

COMMENTARY

Picking on Ralph IT’S 2020 and time to look forward to the general elections later this year. We support Ralph Higgs as before.

Being a minister is a great thing but it prevents the men and woman with that classification from concentrating on the district that elected them.

I was there and was part of the official ballot approval team representing the PDM. Middle Caicos, not North, put Ralph on his seat. North votes were important but too many were slanted wrong.

I was amused when recent PNP candidate Arlington ‘Chuck’ Musgrove complained that the Government, not the owner of

the ATM, the bank, was installing its ATM in the Higgs family building.

Apparently, Musgrove does not remember that the other bank did the same thing.

In fact, the Higgs building was the choice for the PNP Government Treasury station.

The PNP Government also installed the auto licence facility in the same building. Hypocrisy smells bad.

Digicel under Musgrove’s now PNP deputy leader set up housekeeping for his phone company in the other Higgs building across the street.

I remember the day clearly because our Middle Caicos team of singers was invited to give out a couple of numbers to break the

monotony of the commercial event.

E Jay Saunders was an amicable host.

My Dee’s and others did not need a ATM rental. They were doing what they do best - business. Business without special political assistance.

I am proud to know Maxwell and Yvette and their whole family.

They work hard and serve the needs of the people. Also on North Caicos are the Llewellyn Handfields who through their own efforts have created a business empire with ocean barge transportation and groceries and furniture retail.

It has not been easy but they all did it without any help from the Government.

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one if you keep it simple too. Open a savings account for your child or spouse. Compile a pictorial card of memories.

Have a great family get together with meals and use the time to express the importance of having each other in your lives.

Now this one is personal to me, surprise and donate one of your

organs to someone that is in need.

Wrap a picture of that organ in a gift box.

If someone really need some clothes, consider purchasing some clothes as a gift.

If you really want to give an expensive gift, consider investing in real estate for investment purpose.

Do not become fixated on expensive gifts otherwise you may find that individuals are perhaps only interested in the gifts and not you.

Finally, do not ask anyone what they receive as a gift.

Some people tend to lie because they want to impress the other person and by asking individuals what they receive as a gift it is a form of pressure to make individuals purchase an expensive gift that perhaps they cannot afford.

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government money found its way into that Misick project?

I don’t know, but it doesn’t matter because the only one out of several promised buildings is starting to lean and its interior is a wreck from roof leaks - doomed. Musgrove obviously would not suggest it.

North Caicos is well on its way despite the Misicks. Now what about the largest most beautiful island of the whole TCI - Middle ‘Grand’ Caicos?

In May 2003, the EU gave the PDM a causeway grant for $10.8 million. Mike found it on the chief minister’s desk when he took over in

August.

He waved it at the population in Christmas 2003. He then sat on it. In 2007 it was finished as a dirt lump and in 2008 hurricane Hanna, a wet, weak hurricane, took it away.

It has held up in recent years and if marine growth get its roots well established it might survive.

Meanwhile Middle Caicos’ native population is slipping away and the Government building may never be finished.

More big bucks wasted.

The issues on Middle Caicos are many and will take more discussion.

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The last chance for Caricom sugar?

THE VIEW FROM EUROPE

LAST month Caricom’s Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) took a decision that will likely determine whether Anglophone Caribbean sugar producers have a sustainable future.

In Georgetown on November 18, trade ministers approved the conditional and incremental enforcement of tariffs on sugar imported from extra regional sources under widely used exemptions to the region’s common external tariff (CET).

What they agreed was that imported refined sugar can continue to be exempted from the CET until white sugar produced in the region satisfies the specifications and quality required by manufacturers and is produced in sufficient quantities within the Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME).

It was decided too that refined white sugar should only be ineligible for conditional duty exemption when regional sugar producers can demonstrate the capacity to produce white sugar at a quantity that meets 75 percent of the regional demand, and is of the quality required by the manufacturers of food and beverage products.

Trade ministers also approved the immediate establishment of a mechanism to monitor all regional sugar flows, in part to strengthen the enforcement of existing arrangements for extra-regional sugar imports, and in order to be able to form a realistic judgment about the balance between future regional supply and demand.

COTED was responding to yearlong representations by the Sugar Association of the Caribbean (SAC) to the effect that unless definitive action was taken to halt the failure of governments to impose the existing 40 percent CET on imported sugar, the industry may not have a future.

SAC had noted that more than two-thirds of Caricom’s sugar demand was being supplied by extra regional sugar imports, even though the industry in Caricom annually produces more sugar than the Anglophone part of the region requires.

It had also said that increasing volumes of third country white and more recently brown sugar, was entering from Colombia, Guatemala and other countries to supply Caribbean manufacturers of soft drinks and confectionery to the detriment of the region’s balance of

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trade.

In reaching their decision, COTED ministers had to balance the interests of an industry vital to rural life and a significant employer, against the interests of influential domestic manufacturing industries which provide consumers and export markets with price competitive food products using imported sugars.

The issue also had wider implications.

Sugar producers had argued that anything less than enforcing the region’s rules and policies would amount to an abrogation of responsibility regarding the principles and functionality of the CSME. In contrast, manufacturers associations had expressed concern about whether the industry and sugar refiners in the region could meet the specifications, volume and standards required to sustain the reputation of large export-oriented food and beverages manufacturers.

SAC has since expressed satisfaction with COTED’s decision, but it remains to be seen whether the

industry can now meet the challenge.

In Guyana, its manufacturers and sugar producers have agreed that the 40 percent CET will not apply specifically to use by food and beverage manufacturers until at least 2022 when an upgraded plant is expected to come on stream.

There, the Guyana Sugar Corporation (GuySuCo) has confirmed its commitment to producing white sugar to the standard that would meet the requirements of the food and beverage producing members of the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA).

It said that it was tendering for a plant to produce white sugar of the required quality and colour with a target of early 2022 for first production.

Stabroek News subsequently reported that this will involve the upgrading the capacity of an existing white sugar plant at Albion to be operational by the end of 2021, and that the industry is aiming to produce some 160,000 tonnes of sugar per

annum by 2025.

However, the test of whether the gradualist approach proposed will enable sugar producers to survive would seem to a significant extent to lie now with the manufacturers.

This is because Stabroek News also quoted the GMSA as emphasising that only when quality white sugar is produced and manufactured within Guyana and is available to the required specifications at a reasonably competitive price, would they purchase such sugar for food production.

Whether what has been agreed regionally is therefore enough to save all of what is left of an innately conservative industry remains to be seen.

The English-speaking Caribbean largely consists of high cost sugar producers, no longer has any significant prospect in external markets, has not done enough to add value or linkages, and except for Belize has no efficient large-scale quality refining capacity.

Most estates also continue to suffer from operational inefficiencies and over optimistic assumptions by trades unions.

Having obtained a CET solution of sorts, sugar producers will have to rapidly demonstrate they really can deliver on what they have sought and show how a Caricom cane industry defended by all Caricom member states remains relevant to the region’s

future economic development.

Having successfully made its case, the industry jointly and separately now needs to convert hearts and minds by providing hard economic facts about its plans for rationalisation, downstream integration, greater private sector involvement, and for instance in relation to other opportunities such as power generation.

It also needs to think much more about how closer integration with other industries might bring new forms of social benefit to rural areas.

For example, there would be value in exploring the experience of Mauritius or the French speaking Caribbean which have developed the idea that sugar as a ‘terroir’ product, can be linked to valuable islandwide marketing opportunities, the environment, rum and tourism, as well as the export of quality branded sugar products and foodstuffs.

SAC was fully justified in calling for Caricom’s CET on imported sugar to be respected. Belize and some privatised parts of the industry, for example in Jamaica, have demonstrated that sugar can be made viable and has a future.

However, it is hard to avoid the conclusion that unless the industry can develop new thinking while it seeks to meet manufacturers requirements, the future may not be too bright for the Caribbean’s once dominant sugar sector.

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have been.

“Not only was their new school being opened but Santa was on hand to give out early Christmas presents.”

The family of Iris Stubbs were also at the unveiling, including her son former chief minister Norman Saunders.

Following the passage of the 2017 storms, 95 percent of the schools throughout the Islands were affected.

This led to the Government endeavouring to rebuild stronger, more resilient schools while improving the standard of school buildings.

A supplementary budget of $8 million was approved for repair works to Iris Stubbs Primary School

Cabinet ministers, the governor, the premier and residents attend the school’s opening

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MILLS MUSES

The thinking citizen: a standard-bearer of democracy OUR world today seems to be undergoing transformations at an accelerated pace.

We read of and view street demonstrations happening on almost every continent at levels never before witnessed.

Even countries with previously some semblance of stability now face social challenges to do with the distribution of wealth, unemployment, freedom of expression, human rights and the ever president evil of corruption.

In Hong Kong, a millionaire involved in the marches there, when asked what his reason was when he was so wealthy, replied: “What’s the use of money when you are not free?”

At first glance, economic issues seem to dominate as the trigger for the demonstrations.

But spilling from this are political concerns about government becoming more authoritarian, corruption in government and political elitism that ignore the plight of those not so well endowed. These issues are at the centre of calls for more democracy What is interesting here is that these demonstrations involve citizens of various persuasions,

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who have collectively and spontaneously taken to the streets to vent their feelings about governance and its failure to deliver.

Social and political pressures have produced political consciousness to the extent where citizens are willing to brave even the most extreme measures the state has unleashed on them, to make their voices heard.

Events have triggered their thinking into taking practical action to restore the values of democracy and human and economic rights.

Here, the thinking citizen has become the standard bearer of the values of democracy and an activist for the democratic cause.

But what characterizes the thinking citizen which makes him or

her a standard-bearer of democracy?

The thinking process enables citizens to view issues critically and creatively. This is particularly the case when their elected representatives abuse their authority, show disrespect and disregard for the country’s core values and use the institutions of government for their private purposes.

Here, the citizen evaluates these behaviours, shares their concerns with others and this creates an environment of awareness where a critical mass is fostered which enriches the consciousness of the ‘body politic.’

From this point, collective democratic action is taken to either restore the traditions of the country or positively seek to solve the issues which brought about social action in

the first place.

This kind of critical and creative thinking which is actually problemsolving, could further result in the resignation from political office of those whose improper actions caused the crisis.

The thinking citizen is a standardbearer of democracy because he thinks for himself in a responsible way, making judgments that are carefully considered.

This means that this citizen is not a casualty of fake news, ‘politricks,’ or alternative facts.

This individual analyses what is read or said and comes to an independent conclusion based on a careful assessment of what is presented, and arrives at his or her own interpretation not influenced by the ideas of political operatives or ‘group think’.

As a result of these thinking skills, ideas are deprived of a single view point or the necessity to achieve a result beneficial to power holders.

The situation is reversed where power is now exercised by majority involvement and this is one of the corner stones of democracy and an important trigger for change.

The new critical thinking then becomes embedded in how institutions are structured and how

they should operate.

In addition, how to assess alternatives and arrive at workable democratic solutions now pervade the process of decision making.

The citizen who thinks develops the capacity to explain differences and disagreements that inevitably arise in social discourse in a reasonable way so that everyone becomes a winner because a wider social objective aimed at societal transformation is involved.

And real democracy requires this to achieve a consensus.

When explanations are clear and not ambiguous, a greater understanding is possible. And harmony can prevail.

The citizen who thinks and uses his critical faculties is a positive asset to society in that he is able to determine what is not working and how it could be made right before challenges arise.

He can present different points of view about an issue and conclude which is the best way forward.

He also has the tools to enable fellow citizens to come to their own conclusions about matters and not become the victims of the self-interests of others.

Our landfill, an issue or a crisis?

Dear Editor, I suppose it depends on who you ask.

“We cannot solve a crisis without treating it as a crisis,” says Greta Thunberg.

As I interact and converse with more and more people in Grand Turk, it becomes clear to me that we all share similar concerns for the good of the nation and are all obligated to illuminate the things that unite us as humans without fear or favour.

Let me explain and one can come to their own conclusion.

We all live in the most beautiful country in the world, these Turks and Caicos Islands.

Now, I may be a bit biased as I’m a son of the soil. Nevertheless, it needs to be addressed as it’s a matter of sickness or health.

Once these ‘beautiful by nature’ Islands became exposed to the

outside world, development began to expand rapidly and so did the population of course.

I don’t believe anyone envisioned sanitation control being an issue.

At the time, the public dumps were considered some distance away from public dwellings.

Since then, a number of communities have emerged around the dumps.

Figuratively speaking, some homes in Grand Turk are located literally in rock throwing distance from the public dump.

We have got to recognise this as more than an issue, my fellow Turks Islanders.

Usually, the most powerful stories are those that are driven by violence and destruction.

However, I felt compelled to shine the light on this particular matter

because of the long lasting negative impact it could have on humanity.

It should not be minimised and needs to be addressed with a sense of urgency.

Case in point, whether it’s the work of an arsonist or spontaneous combustion of materials, in less than four years the dump in Grand Turk has been on fire a number of times.

Each time, billows of smoke permeate the air all over this tiny island. The smoke and the smell at times is unbearable and the fires would be smouldering for weeks on end.

Now just imagine the families with small children and babies living in close proximity of this. It’s nothing less than a matter of sickness or health.

I’m not a medical doctor, but common sense would tell you if

toxic fumes are inhaled over a long period of time, just like cigarettes, it could result in acute respiratory issues and other illness.

In most developing countries, solid waste is regulated in five categories - generation, collection, processing, transporting and disposal of waste.

It’s pretty clear to us as to which companies and or facilities are generating the most waste, and the question remains, are they doing enough to support the country as a whole in this area?

Proper management of the other four categories has been a challenge to our country for years.

Particularly in Grand Turk, we have had our share of less than satisfactory services of garbage collection.

We now have large quantities

of medical drugs, and human and chemical waste being disposed of in the public dump. Some of these are intrinsically hazardous to our health.

The potential health effects of both waste itself and the consequences of not managing it properly continues to plague us.

Human waste: In the bygone days, an outhouse was the primary way to contain human waste. At least it was concentrated in one area with limited infiltration into our water waterways.

The way it’s being disposed of now, it’s in close proximity of our ponds and waterways.

It will have a negative impact to the surrounding natural resources, pollute the environment and present a serious human health hazard.

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From blueprints to canvasses H Hinderaker: Breaking new ground in the world of art

ART and architecture have gone hand in hand for centuries with many of the celebrated painters of old also known as the vision behind the odd palace, piazza or chapel.

These days the need to satisfy a client brief can have a dampening effect on creativity. For Helge Hinderaker, it’s through his art that his imaginative flair is allowed free rein.

A lifelong love for the ocean provides the inspiration for his seascapes – a vivid collection of moody, turbulent waters and tranquil, turquoise tableaus – while his abstract pieces, often characterised by bold structural lines, are emblematic of his professional life as an architect and designer.

Together they comprise a striking body of work which will be exhibited to the public at Fairways Bar and Grill at 1pm on December 21.

Hinderaker – known affectionately to most as ‘H’ – has been painting since he was a child “in fits and starts”. But, at 73, his latent passion has awoken with a fresh zeal.

Since rediscovering his paintbrushes and acrylics earlier this year, Hinderaker has completed more than 60 creations on canvas and wood.

“I was encouraged by friends who liked what I was doing and told me to go on with it,” he tells the Weekly News.

“I paint for my own entertainment and to see if I can improve my technique. It’s fun, engaging and challenging. But style-wise it’s all over the place,” he grins.

His self-effacing nature, and a certain reticence in his speech, bely a raw talent for capturing the TCI’s famed maritime scenes in a fresh and unique fashion.

His home perched on the hill in Cherokee Road, and which doubles as his studio, affords a bird’s eye view across the barrier reef.

“I like to recreate the horizon line, even if it’s in abstract. It’s something I wake up to every morning and I like that.

“In other places, like England, you don’t see the horizon; you see other things instead. I love to see the

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water,” he explains.

That deep relationship with the sea dates back to the days a young Hinderaker and his family would spend summers at their vacation home on Oslo Fjord in his native Norway.

“The first thing I heard in the morning was the lapping of waves on the beach. In Oslo, I could be at the yacht club in 15 minutes so I really grew up on the water – sailing, making rafts etc. It was a wonderful time.”

Hinderaker fondly recalls the smells of turpentine and linseed oil that accompanied his trips to the local hardware store as a teenager to buy supplies for his art work.

“There were no acrylics in those days so I used oils, but I don’t have the patience to wait for oils to dry these days.

“I prefer to do small and medium size paintings because I am done with them quicker and can get onto the next one,” he continues.

“Sometimes I start first thing in the morning, even before my coffee.

Some pieces take a day to complete, others can take three weeks.

“It’s hard to know when one is finished, particularly if it’s abstract, and I sometimes find myself regretting I didn’t finish it earlier but I am getting better at that,” he smiles.

Hinderaker’s first exhibition in September resulted in a number of sales and he has since received some commissions too.

A selection of his work is also available at Paradise Arts Gallery in Saltmills, Grace Bay Road.

And while he doesn’t anticipate ditching his career as an architect just yet, he hopes to continue to sell a few pieces – despite them occasionally being hard to part with.

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Hinderaker says visitors to his December 21 exhibition can expect a variety of styles and motifs (photos by Jon Nickson)

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Hinderaker’s love for the ocean is the inspiration behind his captivating seascapes (photos by Jon Nickson)

From blueprints to canvasses just hope they get good homes and the most important thing is that people like to look at them,” he says.

“What I love most about it all is getting absorbed by my work. It’s a nice feeling of being very focussed,

and it’s also gratifying to bring something to fruition that you saw in your mind and were not sure you could express. It’s great to feel like you’ve succeeded.”

April 2019 marked the 40th

anniversary of Hinderaker making Providenciales his home, after bidding farewell to the “slush, snow and darkness” of Scandinavia.

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the enchanting hues and textures of the TCI’s waters.

“The colours here are spectacular,” he adds. “I have been looking at the reef every morning all these years and it’s always different. It can be

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Visit www.hinderakerart.com for more information and to browse Hinderaker’s portfolio.

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THE SALT CAY NOTE

Students still learning in An airport, a sea wall and ‘very poor environments’ lots of ideas for 2020 Business as usual or the calm before the storm?

SUDDENLY it was quiet. After months of construction activity and the inevitable noise and dust that come along with that, one evening there were noticeably fewer trucks on the roads, fewer workers driving around on golf carts after a long day’s work, less activity all around.

After more than three months on the island, Herzog Construction had moved most of its staff back to Providenciales, now that the work on the Salt Cay Airport is (almost) complete, much to the joy of its residents.

And the consensus was and is, that here is a job well done.

What remains are the seawall workers, but with that job’s completion seemingly around the corner, they too should soon be heading home.

So, as Salt Cay looks to 2020, it does so with a newly resurfaced runway and a repaired sea wall.

Soon, the obligatory photo ops with the political leadership and HE the Governor will take place, as well they should, and then things will calm down again. Or will they?

“Be careful what you wish for,” were the almost prophetic words articulated

by HE the Governor during his inaugural visit in late October, as he expressed his concerns regarding rapidly developed islands - no doubt with Provo and its current struggles with crime fresh on his mind.

His is a valid point and no doubt anyone who lives on Salt Cay or has an interest in it, must be thinking of its future and how to shape it.

The fact that Salt Cay is at a crossroads is undeniable, as some of the older ‘winter residents’ sell up and leave and many young Salt Cay natives have sought their fortunes elsewhere, both in the TCI and abroad.

And now for the tricky part.

BY TITUS DE BOER

Titus was born in Hamburg and has lived in the Turks and Caicos Islands since 1989.

He works as a general business consultant and has been based in Salt Cay since 2016.

Over the past years, lots of ideas and concepts were articulated and drawn up for Salt Cay. Luxury villas, a marina development, a golf course, a five-star resort, an eco-tourism haven, a cruise port - the list goes on.

Everyone has their preferred concept, their vision for the island. And then there are those who want none of it.

“I don’t want anything that cramps my lifestyle or makes Salt Cay unrecognisable,” one resident recently shared with me. “If they want fancy developments, let them go to Provo.”

Equally plausible is the argument of those who feel that the only way to revive the Salt Cay economy is by bringing in some new development.

“If we don’t have some development coming to Salt Cay soon,” one native business man told me, “we’ll end up being a Pine Cay in the Turks Islands, run solely by and for the convenience of foreign home owners.”

How to square the circle. No doubt that will be the subject of debate on Salt Cay for months to come.

Human Rights Commission ‘disappointed’ following school review A REVIEW of public-school infrastructure led by the TCI Human Rights Commission has found that students are still learning in “very poor environments” two years after the 2017 hurricanes.

The commission announced in a statement on Tuesday (December 10) that it was “disappointed” at the findings from one of the largest projects it has completed in the past year.

It was not all bad news, however, as the commission was “very pleased” that many of the schools that were visited were good learning environments.

And the statement added that most of the schools that were criticised had “some” redeeming features.

“Education is one of the most important aspects of childhood development, in cooperation with parents and the community it is where the moral and intellectual development of the young children and emerging adults takes place,” the commission said.

“It is in school that children learn where they fit into the world and what their strengths and weaknesses are, it is here more than anywhere else that they learn about cooperation and teamwork.

“It is critical to the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands that children are given every opportunity

to succeed.”

The commission sent out the statement to mark Human Rights Day which is observed every year on December 10 – a date adopted

by United Nations (UN) General Assembly.

It has been celebrated since 1948 when the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was signed - a document proclaiming the inalienable rights which everyone is inherently entitled to.

After a year marked by the 30th anniversary celebrations of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which culminated on November 20 the UN plan spotlighted the leadership role of youth.

This year’s theme was ‘Youth standing up for human rights’.

“Children are the most important group within our society, they are also the most vulnerable,” the commission said.

“It is our children that will become the leaders and entrepreneurs of tomorrow, it is they that hold the future in their hands.

“As such, it is critical to the future of our society that they are taught about the relationship between healthy societies and a respect for human rights.”

Since 2008 when the commission was first established it has been

visiting schools and giving talks to children about the respect for human rights and why it is so important.

Over the last 12 months the director of the commission, the education officer and the investigator have all been involved in giving talks to children.

“However, teaching children, or adults, about human rights is not sufficient to embed a respect for human rights in their lives. It is also critical that we respect their rights.

“A person whose rights have been abused is much more likely to abuse the rights of another than a person who has had their rights protected and respected.

“It is critical that we respect the rights of our children and help them to become the adults that we desire them to be.”

On Saturday, the 2019 Humanitarian of the Year will be announced at a gala event in the Shore Club and the nation will celebrate the activism of another young TCI resident.

Former premier Galmo Williams and his wife Althea Williams received the first Humanitarian of the Year Award in 2018.

Jessica Corvil was the winner of the Youth Humanitarian of the Year Award and has worked to promote the rights of girls in North Caicos and throughout the territory.

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gravity to usher waste from homes and businesses to neighbourhood lift stations, where it is stored and pumped into pressurised mains, which take the sewage to the treatment plant.

This process helps to remove contaminants and produce treated wastewater that is safe enough for release into the environment.

Unfortunately, we don’t have that luxury. Therefore, having a proper dump station is of paramount importance.

These concerns were addressed with Hon. Edwin Astwood, who

advised that he shares some of the same sentiments.

The minister further stated that a tender is currently being put out for management of the dumpsites and they are requiring the most environmentally friendly option.

One of the options could possibly eliminate the municipal waste at the sites, with no emissions into the atmosphere, which should also include recycling.

If this is of any consultation, time will tell. Nevertheless, we should not remain silent or complacent until it comes to

fruition.

There’s an extreme need to have a comprehensive and holistic discussion on a way forward.

We realise it’s a monumental task, but something has to be done as time is running out.

I passionately embraced Mahatma Gandhi’s idea: “We must be the change we wish to see in the world.” In this case, in our beloved Turks and Caicos Islands.

Respectfully submitted, Ed Forbes, Grand Turk

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INTERNATIONAL ANTI-CORRUPTION DAY 2019 International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on December 9 to raise public awareness of corruption and ways to combat and prevent it.

It was designated following the passage of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption on October 31, 2003.

Commenting on the day below are senior members of the Turks and Caicos Integrity Commission - Justice Seymour Panton and Greg Christie, Governor Nigel Dakin, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and Leader of the Opposition C Washington Misick.

Protecting the public’s interests

By Justice Seymour Panton, Chairman of the Integrity Commission

THE INTEGRITY Commission of the Turks and Caicos Islands joins with other such bodies around the globe in recognising International Anti-Corruption Day 2019.

As chairman, I reaffirm the commission’s commitment to leave no stone unturned in the task of developing and maintaining a society that frowns against corruption in all its forms.

The commission is staffed by able and diligent individuals who vigorously investigate all complaints made by members of the public, and who prosecute whenever an investigation reveals material that requires prosecution.

The commission does not act only when complaints are made. It watches carefully the actions of those who are entrusted with public authority and public funds to ensure that the interests of the public are protected.

The commission gives the assurance that it will continue in this vein.

I take this opportunity to encourage other state agencies and the members of the public at large to cooperate with the commission in its effort to fulfil the mandate of making the Turks and Caicos Islands corruption-free.

There should be no barriers erected that may have the effect of stifling the operations of the commission.

If acts of corruption are left unchecked, the entire country will suffer the consequences.

There are situations and circumstances that may appear quite innocent but are indeed pointers at corruption.

Consequently, the commission is engaged in programmes of continuous education of the populace in that regard.

As we celebrate this day, I urge all of us to take time to reflect on the occurrences and activities of the past year, and to strengthen our resolve as we go forward to remove all traces of corruption in public life.

‘Own the battle against corruption’

By Greg Christie, Director of the Integrity Commission

LEADERS and citizens all over the globe will recognise International Anti-Corruption Day 2019, on Monday (December 9).

We, here, in the Turks and Caicos Islands must also pause to highlight the debilitating consequences of the scourge of corruption and to reflect upon the critical importance of the need for us to be proactive in confronting it.

The responsibility to fight and to resist corruption is not just one that falls to the Government or to a country’s lawmakers.

It is also not one that is to be solely shouldered by the anticorruption and law enforcement institutions of the state.

The battle against corruption must be owned by each of us, for it starts with our demonstrated values. And, should we fail in this patriotic endeavour, we will all stand to lose.

All of us, particularly those of us who are leaders, in whatever sphere, whether in the public or private sectors or in our schools, our churches or our communities, have a

responsibility to inculcate in our daily lives in our conduct and in the messages that we impart, the highest standards of integrity, character, honesty and ethical behaviour.

These are the preeminent values of the citizens of winning societies. They are also the fundamental antidotes for the cancer of corruption.

Those of us who are trustees of the public purse must understand that we are just that.

Public money is not ours to do with as we please. It belongs to the people who have reposed in us their trust to faithfully serve their interests, and theirs alone - not our own!

As a Mexico governor Javier Corral pointedly said in March 2017: “He who steals from the government does not just steal a few cents or some millions.

“He steals opportunities, steals hope, and he steals the rights of people who aspire to a better life.”

Public officials who engage in corrupt behaviour or who abuse their office for private gain therefore threaten the very fabric of our democracies, for corruption will, among other things, undermine good governance in the affairs of a nation’s government.

Individuals, businesspersons and business entities who pay bribes to public officials are also morally and criminally culpable.

They too must be held equally responsible for the corruption that, by their very conduct, they facilitate and perpetuate.

As the saying goes, it takes two hands to clap and this is precisely the case for many forms of corruption.

Each of us also has a clear responsibility to call out corruption wherever and whenever we see it.

We must be whistle-blowers for the good of our society and for our country.

We must be patriots, remembering the famous quote which states that “to oppose corruption is the highest obligation of patriotism”.

If, therefore, we should remain silent about it, or turn a blind eye to it, then by our very conduct we would have been complicit.

We would have, by our failure to act, given corruption the oxygen that it needs to breathe.

We must understand that in the final analysis we will all lose if corruption is allowed a free reign.

The debilitating consequences of corruption will adversely impact the entire society. In this respect, it will not discriminate.

As I have said elsewhere, and on more than one occasion, the cost of corruption, especially in developing economies such as our own, is manifested in innumerable ways and it hurts us more than meets the common eye.

Corruption significantly erodes the quality of life of the citizenry by diverting scarce public funds away from the provision of critical social necessities, such as healthcare, education, water, roads, electricity and security.

Corruption also steals political elections, leads to human rights violations, reduces investor confidence, stunts business activity, obstructs economic growth and development and obliterates jobs.

Unrestrained corruption will also ultimately undermine and destroy confidence in critical public institutions and it will enable organised crime, terrorism and other threats to human and national security to flourish. And yes, corruption will also kill!

As we recognise Anti-Corruption Day 2019, let us therefore ask ourselves this: Who wins and who loses when corruption goes unchecked?

And what role will we commit to play in going forward to ensure that our future socio-economic livelihoods, as well as that of our country, will not be threatened by the indiscriminate greed and selfishness of the corrupt?

Let us all reflect upon these things and join hands together to fight corruption.

‘Corruption grows like cancer’

By Nigel Dakin, Governor, Turks and Caicos Islands

BEING able to trust those in power to work in the best interest of the country, and not themselves, is of paramount importance when building a society that is free, fair and just for all.

In some countries, corruption is widespread and part of everyday life.

Not only are decisions, for instance the award of government contracts or the amount of tax due and who benefits from the public good, bought and sold, but very often access to a public service or the exercise of a right, has to be paid for.

It starts small and then grows like a cancer.

Corruption disproportionately affects those at the lowest ends of the socio-economic scale - making an already difficult life that much harder.

Corruption increases the cost of doing business, reduces government efficiency, threatens socio-economic cohesion and undermines the rule of law.

In building a society that works for the many and not just the few, then we must be intentional in fighting corruption wherever we find it.

Corruption corrodes the fabric of society and in the end collapses it. That isn’t going to happen in the TCI.

‘We must be men and women of integrity’

By Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, Premier, Turks and Caicos Islands

THE TURKS and Caicos Islands is a beautiful place. It is home and an enjoyable and relaxing experience to many who visit, stealing their hearts and taking residence in their memories forever.

We must not mar such beauty through actions that instead mar our reputation and the integrity of our people.

Corruption is a disease. It can creep into our institutions, churches and positions of power, robbing a society of its reputable men and women, instilling mistrust in the systems that were created to protect and empower our people.

It undermines our laws and allows crimes such as the illicit trafficking of people, drugs and weapons, to transform our beautiful country into one connected to immorality and a corrosive culture.

That is not what the Turks and Caicos Islands stands for.

My Government has undertaken a thorough review of existing legislation to ensure that gaps are closed disallowing corruption to creep through and to infect our society with its disease.

There must be a whole government approach. There must be a countrywide approach.

We must all understand our roles in ensuring that we are beautiful by nature in every way. My Government remains committed to this.

It is important that we identify these various forms of corruption and educate our society of the consequences of committing these offences. We must be men and women of

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integrity.

We must not fall victim to the false allure of such immoral behaviour but most of all we must protect our country from those that mean to take advantage of our system and corrupt our society.

So, this year as we focus on TCI’s theme for Anti-Corruption Day: ‘Together we are united against corruption’, we must do just that.

We must fight for better trust and accountability. We must promote transparency by meeting global standards to strengthen international cooperation.

Today, International Anti-Corruption Day, we must take a stand for integrity.

Society’s vulnerable are the ‘victims of corruption’

By C Washington Misick Leader of the Opposition

BASED on World Economic Forum 2018’s data, the global cost of corruption is at least five percent of world’s gross domestic product reinforcing the need for continued vigilance in the fight against corruption.

The victims of corruption are the most vulnerable in society because it bleeds away resources that should be used for social development, reduces economic efficiency, increase inequality, create waste and an environment for conflict.

For all the above reasons, the watchdog function exercised by the Turks and Caicos Integrity Commission is critical in reducing the potential for corruption by making the price of corruption a serious deterrent.

However, it is important that anti-corruption regimes do not operate in ways that discourage persons with authority or positions of influence at all levels to exercising their decision rights by encouraging bureaucratic conformity - a ticking of the compliance boxes without regard to efficiency - especially given the absence of recourse to reinstatement of lost when prosecutions favour the defendant.

I unequivocally support the work of the commission and am convinced that its operation has had a positive impact on the transparency of public administration in the Islands.

SEVERAL cases of a contagious virus that mainly strikes children under five-years-old have been reported in Providenciales.

Hand, foot and mouth disease can cause painful sores in the mouth, rashes on the hands and feet, fever, headache and a general feeling of being unwell.

It is mostly a mild and selflimiting illness lasting for a few days, however more severe strains do exist although are much less common.

These are associated with neurological complications as a result of meningitis (associated with fever, headache, and neck stiffness) and encephalitis (resulting in paralysis).

A statement from the Ministry of Health, Agriculture Sports and Human Services announced the outbreak on December 5.

The Primary Health Care Department is in the process of collecting specimens to be sent to the Caribbean Public Health Agency for confirmatory testing.

In the meantime, the department has embarked on an enhanced surveillance and education campaign to ensure that suspected cases are identified as quickly as possible.

It also aims to make sure that schools and day care facilities are educated on proper implementation of prevention and hygiene measures.

Hand, foot and mouth disease is transmitted by direct contact with nasal secretions produced by coughing or sneezing, saliva, fluid

Hand, foot and mouth disease can cause painful sores in the mouth, and rashes on the hands and feet

from blisters and stool of infected people.

It is most prevalent in child care settings due to frequent contact with soiled diapers and children putting their hands in their mouths. It also occasionally occurs in adolescents and adults.

There is no specific treatment for hand, foot and mouth disease.

Symptom control, such as the use of paracetamol (Panadol or Tylenol) for fever and pain relief is often all that is necessary. Symptoms usually resolve within ten days.

In some cases, it can cause a sore mouth and throat which makes it difficult to swallow.

It is therefore important to maintain adequate fluid intake to avoid dehydration that could result in hospitalisation.

Anyone who may have the disease should stay away from work, school or day care and report to a healthcare provider to obtain guidance, including when to return.

Affected persons can sometimes be contagious for days or weeks after the symptoms have ended.

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New health professions law comes into force A NEW law which means that all health professionals must be registered and their names made available to the public has come into force.

It includes the added regulation which requires those interacting with the general public to display a photo identification card – or risk being struck off.

The Health Professions Ordinance 2016 was enacted on June 10 and the Health Professions Regulations 2019 was published in The Gazette on November 22.

Formation of the Health Secretariat and the three health professions councils to regulate the various health professions form a part of the improvements in legislative framework.

The councils regulate the medicine and dentistry professions, the nursing and midwifery professions, and the allied health professions and pharmacy professions.

They have several functions, including the registration and licensing of the respective health professionals, the regulation of the professional conduct and discipline of registered professionals, and the establishment and promotion of high standards of education and training requirements.

“Each council shall establish and maintain a register for the health professions that it regulates,” a Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Sports statement said.

“The ordinance also established the process for application for registration, and further a ‘licence to practise’ which needs to be applied for annually by all health

professionals wishing to work within the TCI.” New application forms for registration under this ordinance have been prepared by the Health Secretariat, and their distribution has begun.

The ordinance stipulates that at least once every year, each council shall publish the names and addresses of all practitioners appearing in the council’s register.

Therefore, for easy access by the public and service providers such as pharmacies, the Health Secretariat will publish the names of all health professionals licensed to practice within the TCI for that year on March 1.

The ordinance also outlines a council’s power to investigate and the process for disciplinary proceedings.

Penalties include censure, suspension and striking off the register, which shall be published in the Gazette. The Health Secretariat will also notify the public through releases at its website.

The regulations also require that once a health professional is interacting with the general public they are required to display an identification card which states their name and profession, and bears a photograph of the registered practitioner.

Application forms for registration may be obtained from the office of the Health Secretariat at the Town Centre Mall, Second Floor, 23 Parade Ave, Downtown Providenciales.

They may also be downloaded from the website: www.gov.tc/ healthsecretariat/ or obtained at daarons@gov.tc or 338-5140.

UK consultants assess mental health response to disasters A TEAM of consultants from the UK has looked at the likely efficiency of the TCI’s mental health response following a disaster.

The visitors from Public Health England conducted a mental health and psychosocial support needs assessment between November 18 and 21.

Its aim is to support policy development, update action plans and provide the basis for more efficient, rapid assessment required in the immediate aftermath of a disaster.

The specialists conducting the assessment were Ian Walker, Gemma Mann, Dr Dale Weston and Professor Richard Amlôt, a Government statement said on November 27.

During their visit they observed institutions and services, and

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interviewed key stakeholders.

They collected information on current policy, legislation, mental health services, treatment coverage, prevention and promotion activities, information systems, non-health sector activities and socio-cultural factors.

The assessment was conducted in association with the Department of Mental Health and Substance Dependence.

Department director Dr Alicia Malcolm said she is grateful for the exercise and looks forward to implementing any helpful recommendations to improve the mental health response.

“A special thank you to the Public Health England team and to all those persons who participated in the needs assessment.”

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Christmas poinsettia POINSETTIAS bring a splash of festive red and green to the table or windowsill. An attractive bowl planted up with one or two makes a cheery winter gift.

Poinsettias are indigenous to Central America and Mexico where they can easily grow three to four metres tall.

They develop large, showy, red flowers specifically designed to catch the eye of hummingbirds, which find the poinsettia’s sugarrich nectar irresistible.

As the birds hunt for nectar they inadvertently spread pollen from poinsettia to poinsettia, a win for both bird and plant.

The poinsettia acquired its common name from Joel Poinsett, the United States ambassador to Mexico who, during the mid-1800s, fell in love with the flame-leaf flower and brought one back to the US in the early 1900s.

HOW SHOULD I CARE FOR MY POINSETTIA PLANT AFTER THE HOLIDAYS?

You can plant your poinsettia outdoors in a container or in the ground. Choose a partially shady spot that will not receive artificial light at night.

Place the plant in the soil at

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the same depth it was growing in the container.

To encourage branching, start pruning in early spring. Cut back to within 12 to 18 inches of the ground.

Poinsettias may become leggy and unattractive if not pruned regularly during the growing season.

Cut back a few times during the summer if needed, leaving four leaves on each shoot. Discontinue pruning after September.

The poinsettia is a ‘short day’ plant that blooms when days are short and nights are long.

If the dark period is interrupted by artificial light from any source after October, flowering will be delayed or interrupted.

If your plant is exposed to outdoor lights, you’ll need to cover your poinsettia every night during this critical time for flowers to develop.

You can use a cardboard box and cover all holes to keep out light. Once you start to see colour development, you can stop covering the plant.

The colourful and showy ‘flower’ is actually a cluster of modified

leaves called bracts (same as bougainvillea). The true flowers are small and clustered in the centres of the bracts.

Red poinsettia varieties usually establish better than other colours.

Purchase plants that are blooming in mid-November because these early flowering varieties are ones that will also bloom earliest in the landscape.

Contrary to a popular myth, poinsettias are not poisonous.

However, some people are mildly allergic to their white, milky sap.

Therefore, if you are prone to skin allergies, wear gloves when pruning your plants.

Any plant that can undergo a miraculous transformation from green leaves to a multitude of boldly coloured bracts just in time for the Christmas season is darn near perfect in my opinion.

And I’m sure that if Joel Poinsett were around today he would wholeheartedly agree.

Wishing you a festive holiday season and a very happy new year.

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Government unveils two new primary healthcare clinics in North Caicos

Two new clinics opened in North Caicos

BY OLIVIA ROSE RESIDENTS of North Caicos will now have access to optimal health services after the Government opened two specially built primary healthcare clinics.

The unveiling ceremony took place on November 22 and was attended by patrons from North and Middle Caicos along with Government ministers.

The Bottle Creek facility was named the Cecelia Gray-Gardiner PHC clinic after the North Caicos nurse and midwife who provided 40 years of service to the island from 1946 to 1990.

And the Kew facility was named the Navilyn Leonza Hall- Butterfield PHC clinic after the first ‘nanny’ in the community who safely assisted many mothers during labour and delivery.

Minister of Health, Agriculture, Sports Hon. Edwin Astwood said he was happy to see the two new clinics open and for modern healthcare services to be available in the communities.

“This is a promise in the Government’s Change Document which speaks to increased access to healthcare, the strengthening of primary healthcare and the promotion of healthy lifestyles,” he said.

He added that the Government

is committed to the continuance of the improvement of health facilities and services available throughout communities.

“We want the residents to fully utilise the facilities and services available for the further prevention, identification and treatment of medical conditions and disorders, and the maintenance of healthy lifestyles.”

Astwood reminded that strengthening delivery of healthcare services based on the Primary Health Care Renewal Strategy (PHCRS) and the redefined model of primary healthcare is one of the strategic priorities of the Ministry of Health.

The construction of the two new clinics was funded through the TCI Government’s Capital funding

programme and was completed within the required timeline.

However, as was noted by the Government officials present at the commissioning, the two hurricanes of 2017, Irma and Maria, caused major setbacks to the procurement of furniture and equipment for these two healthcare facilities which required the approval of a separate capital project.

Both clinics were designed to include spacious waiting rooms/ reception area, dispensary, consultation rooms, observation rooms/treatment rooms and patient and staff bathrooms.

The healthcare facilities also house a Dental Services and the Emergency Medical Services Department.

The clinics were hailed as a major advancement towards modernised healthcare services on the island of North Caicos.

They will allow healthcare services to be accessible and readily available to the residents and visitors on that island.

Government gets new fleet of high-end vehicles TWELVE new Government vehicles including a fire engine, a wheelchair accessibility van, four pickup trucks and six SUVs have arrived in the TCI. In addition, an ambulance for Providenciales is awaiting shipment in December along with 14 more SUVs for Government ministers.

The arrivals will be fully owned by the Government, replacing the current fleet which is under lease, a Government statement said on November 27.

This will provide significant cost savings, according to Deputy

Premier Sean Astwood, Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing, Planning and Development.

“The acquisition of all the vehicles listed would be in keeping with the draft Vehicle Policy by TCIG, which speaks to the to the replacement of TCIG vehicles after four years,” he said.

While he did not mention the total cost of the fleet, Astwood described several benefits to the new vehicles, such as eradication of inefficiencies.

New and suitable vehicles will be available for the distinct purpose

of each Government department, he continued.

“The ability to be mobile and to conduct much needed field visits and assessments by the various departments and in particular the Planning and Statistical Department.

“Mobile visits to our elderly, special needs and our shut-in citizens, to provide them with continued care.”

He thanked his ministry staff, the director of the mechanical workshop, the contractors, the staff of the Procurement Office, and all those who

played a part in buying the vehicles.

Two full sized SUVs will go to the Premier’s Office in Grand Turk and Providenciales and two to the Deputy Premier’s Office in Grand Turk and Providenciales.

A full-sized SUV will go to the Department of Statistics in Providenciales and a mid-sized SUV to the Ministry of Tourism in Grand Turk.

A full sized pickup truck will go to the Water Undertaking Unit in Grand Turk, to the Traffic Department in Providenciales, to the Survey

and Mapping Department in North Caicos and the Planning Department in Providenciales.

A wheel chair accessibility van will go to the Wellness Centre in Grand Turk and a domestic fire truck was presented to the fire service in Grand Turk in November.

Two full sized SUVs will go to each of the premier and deputy premier in Grand Turk and Providenciales.

And ten will go to Government ministers in both Grand Turk and Providenciales.

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Supermarket says its romaine lettuce is safe to eat

BY OLIVIA ROSE IGA Graceway is selling romaine lettuce that has been grown in a region far from the location of the recent Escherichia coli (E coli) outbreak.

“We are assured by our supplier it is a safe product,” a notice said that was posted in the Providenciales supermarket this week.

On December 4, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issue a food safety alert.

It revealed that more than 100 people in 23 states have been infected with a strain of E coli linked to romaine lettuce harvested in the California growing region.

Since the start of the outbreak, 40 people have been diagnosed with E coli infection, 27 of whom have been hospitalised.

Five of these people have developed a serious complication called haemolytic uremic syndrome, which is a type of kidney failure. No related deaths have occurred.

Following the alert, the Weekly News visited several of the TCI’s major supermarkets where many still had romaine lettuce on their shelves.

However, IGA Graceway has placed a notice in a conspicuous spot in the produce aisle informing customers that their lettuce is safe to consume.

The notice stated: “The romaine lettuce, which an alert was issued, was grown in Salinas, California.

“The romaine being sold in

More than 100 people have been infected with a strain of E coli linked to romaine lettuce

Graceway was grown and harvested in Yuma, Arizona.

“The company that owns the farm is headquartered and mailing address is Salinas, California.

“This romaine is not part of the alert as it is a different growing area in another state.”

IGA continued: “We are assured by our supplier it is a safe product. If

you have questions, we will be happy to refund any product purchased.”

The CDC is advising consumers to not eat – and retailers not to sell – the lettuce harvested in the California region.

This includes “whole heads of romaine, hearts of romaine, and packages of pre-cut lettuce and salad mixes containing romaine, including

RBC sells eastern Caribbean operations ROYAL Bank of Canada is selling all banking operations in the Eastern Caribbean to a consortium of indigenous banks within the region.

On Thursday (December 12) the bank released a statement saying that it has entered into definitive agreements with five financial institutions.

The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions, and is expected to be finalised in the coming months.

The banks are based in Antigua, Dominica, Montserrat, St Lucia, and St Kitts and Nevis. The TCI is not included in the sale.

Rob Johnston, head of RBC Caribbean Banking, said: “Consistent with our strategy of being a competitive leader in the markets where we operate, RBC is always evaluating opportunities for our business.

“Earlier this year, we were approached by a consortium of indigenous banks with their proposal to acquire all RBC eastern Caribbean operations.

“After a review of our operations and strategy, we determined this opportunity was a good decision for the long-term future success of RBC Caribbean, and also, that it aligned with our vision to help our clients thrive and communities prosper.”

The sale encompasses the branches of Royal Bank of Canada in Antigua, Dominica, Montserrat, St. Lucia, and St Kitts and Nevis, as well as regional businesses operating under RBC Royal Bank Holdings in Nevis, Grenada and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Collectively, these operations are referred to as ‘RBC Eastern Caribbean’.

The consortium of five financial entities purchasing includes First National Bank of St Lucia, Antigua Commercial Bank, National Bank of Dominica, the Bank of Montserrat and Bank of Nevis.

Johnathan Johannes, managing director of first National Bank of St Lucia, said: “We formed the consortium for the express purpose of expanding the scale of the locally

owned financial entities in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union.

“This transaction gives us the size and scale to play a more active role in the development of our respective countries.

“We see this transaction as the first step in achieving even greater synergies, efficiencies and crossterritory marketing opportunities.”

The consortium was advised by PwC (JA), led by Wilfred Baghaloo, who said: “This transaction demonstrates that Caribbean countries and businesses have the capacity and capability to come together when the circumstances are right.”

Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. RBC will release its first quarter 2020 results and host an earnings conference call on February 21, 2020.

Johnston said: “Selfdetermination is the highest level of empowerment – and the indigenous banks acquiring this business will now have an increased opportunity to influence the development of their communities.”

baby romaine, spring mix and Caesar salad.”

Romaine lettuce harvested from areas that include the desert growing region near Yuma, the California desert growing region near Imperial County and Riverside County, the

state of Florida, and Mexico, does not appear to be related to the current outbreak.

Additionally, there is no evidence that hydroponically and greenhousegrown romaine is related to the current outbreak.

More roads repairs to begin soon A TENDER notice has been issued for repairs to five dilapidated roads in Providenciales.

They are Madeira Wayin Blue Hills, Rigby Hill Road in Five Cays, Sand Bar Street in Five Cays, and Lantern Way/Snake Hill sub-division in Blue Hills.

South Dock Road in Five Cays - from the roundabout to the Five Cays junction - is also listed for repairs due to recent major deterioration from sustained rains.

Scheduled roadworks for a number of community roads have been cancelled to allow the ministry to address this urgent need.

The Office of the Deputy Premier, Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing, Planning and Development in collaboration with the Project Management Division released the request.

Deputy Premier Sean Astwood stated this was a “critical decision” which

provides for the safety of all persons traversing the roads.

The roadworks form a part of his ministry’s long-term road development programme for the improvement of all road networks throughout the TCI. The deputy premier expressed his sincere thanks and appreciation to his ministry staff, the director and his team within the Public Works Department.

He also thanked the premier and her team at the Ministry of Finance, the staff of the Procurement Office, and “all those who played an instrumental part in bringing these projects to fruition”.

A pre-tender meeting is scheduled for 10am on Friday (December 13) in the conference room of the Public Works Department in Butterfield Square, Providenciales.

The closing date for tenders is 9am on January 15, 2020.

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Get ready TCI, Maskanoo 2019 is set for Boxing Day ONE of the biggest and most vibrant cultural celebrations of the calendar year is on for a ninth consecutive time this Boxing Day. On December 26, the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) will again be hosting its Maskanoo extravaganza for the enjoyment of residents and tourists alike.

TCHTA has promised to once again bring alive the Grace Bay strip in Providenciales with “heartpounding drums, whistles, horns and cowbells” as attendees revel in the “iconic” cultural celebration.

Launched by cultural enthusiast David Bowen in 2010 and supported by the TCHTA, the annual cultural celebration has consistently drawn a large crowd from all over the island to enjoy the festive street parade featuring local music, food, performances and fun for all ages.

“Maskanoo has become a holiday tradition as well as a cultural icon for our residents and tourists alike, and this year, thanks to the generous support from the Ministry of Tourism, the Tourist Board, VIP Flyers Club and IGA Supermarkets, we are able to bring the annual celebration back for a ninth year,” CEO of the TCHTA, Stacy Cox said.

Over the years, the event has seen a decline in financial support, sponsorship and even participants, a

fact that Cox readily admitted.

As such, she is now extending an invitation to all members of the private and public sectors to join forces with the organisers to make the event even bigger in 2020.

“Maskanoo is ours, it’s for our culture and our country, but it requires support and sponsorship to put on a show of this calibre,” she appealed.

“We humbly encourage everyone to look for ways to sustain and grow this festival for next year and the years to come.”

Bowen also appealed for more support, stating that even with the declining finances, the festival has grown and has become the fibre of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“The key here is to get the community and stakeholders more involved. Maskanoo is expanding, it’s getting bigger and bigger each year and there is still a lot that the community can do to support the event and it requires the support and commitment through sponsorships.”

He added: “This year we promise to deliver a great event, we have great entertainment for the line-up, and it will be an amazing show.”

The show kicks off at 3pm on Grace Bay Road with the TCI’s hottest DJ Pro Vision, Q-Band Lynks featuring Tess, Raj the Entertainer, Karl Lewis, the Ripsaw All-Stars and

more rocking the crowd.

Joining the headline entertainment will be cultural displays, dancing, native craft vendors, children’s treats, food vendors, food trucks, including the popular Turks Head truck, and plenty of giveaways.

Cox stressed that the security of both residents and visitors is a priority and encouraged people to come and celebrate without worry.

“One of the things that we take most seriously is security; as usual the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force will be out in full effect along with officers of the Dove security firm.

“We are also adding additional manpower to our security team for this year’s event.”

Cox is reminding residents that Grace Bay Road between Salt Mills and the Seven Stars Resort will be closed off from 11am to facilitate setup for the event.

Sponsors for this year’s TCHTA Maskanoo celebration include all TCHTA member hotels, Ministry of Tourism and Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board along with several businesses on the Grace Bay strip.

There’s still time to register as a Maskanoo sponsor, just contact the TCHTA office at #52 Salt Mills Plaza in Grace Bay or call them at 339-5787.

Cultural sensation David Bowen as Maskanoo Man

TCI receives eight nominations for World Travel Awards THE TURKS and Caicos Islands has secured eight Caribbean nominations for the 27th annual World Travel Awards.

They include leading beach destination, leading cruise destination, leading destination, leading dive destination, leading honeymoon destination, leading luxury island destination, leading tourist board and most romantic destination within the region.

Minister of Tourism Hon. Ralph Higgs said in a press release that he is “thrilled” that the territory was nominated in these distinguished categories by the World Travel Awards.

“To be nominated in eight categories among other exceptional fellow nominees is a testament to our commitment of continual success in the industry,” he said on Thursday (December 12).

“My ministry, my tourism team and partners in the industry are a dedicated team of professionals, who through an integrated approach to promote the strength of brand Turks and Caicos have once again shine through.

“We are grateful to our team, partners and all persons in the industry for the various roles they play in making our country a dream destination.”

The TCI as a destination has won the

World Travel Award for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination every year since 2015.

From 2012 to 2014 the award for Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination was won by Grace Bay beach specifically.

The territory also won the award for Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination in 2019 for the first time.

Acting Director of Tourism Mary Lightbourne said: “Over the years, we have amassed numerous nominations, awards and accolades from some of the world’s most renowned travel and tourism organisations and the World Travel Awards is no exception.

“Our 2020 World Travel Awards nominations cover a number of our niche markets including dive, romance and cruise and demonstrates the diligence of the Tourist Board and our industry partners’ efforts in marketing and positioning our destination as the premiere luxury destination in the Caribbean and indeed the world.”

Nominations were also received by Turks and Caicos Islands companies, resorts and hotels.

- Caribbean’s Leading Airline 2020 – interCaribbean Airways - Caribbean’s Leading Airline Brand 2020 – interCaribbean Airways - Caribbean’s Leading Airport Lounge

2020 - VIP Flyers Club at Providenciales International Airport - Caribbean’s Leading Cruise Port 2020 – Grand Turk Cruise Centre - Caribbean’s Leading All Suite Hotel 2020 – Point Grace and The Palms - Caribbean’s Leading All Inclusive Family Resort 2020 – Beaches Turks and Caicos - Caribbean’s Leading Beach Resort 2020 Amanyara Villas - Caribbean’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2020 – Point Grace - Caribbean’s Leading Boutique Resort 2020 – Beach House - Caribbean’s Leading Hotel 2020 – The Palms - Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Residences 2020 – The Estate at Grace Bay Club - Caribbean’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020 – Grace Bay Penthouse Suite at Grace Bay Club - Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Hotel Villa 2020 – Private villa at Windsong Resort - Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Resort 2020 – Amanyara villas, COMO Parrot Cay and Seven Stars Resort - Caribbean’s Leading Private Island Resort 2020 – The Meridian Club - Caribbean’s Leading Resort 2020 – Seven Stars Resort

- Caribbean’s Most Romantic Resort 2020 – Seven Stars Resort - Caribbean’s Leading Destination Management Company 2020 – Olympia Destination Management Company Tourist Board chair Adelphine Higgs-Pitter said the board of directors is “elated” that the TCI has once again captured nominations in eight categories.

“The additional 18 nominations received by our local industry partners also affirms the destination’s standing among the best of the best regionally.

“The Turks and Caicos Tourist Board will continue to do our part to maintain the consistency and high standard of brand Turks and Caicos and will work to continuously upgrade our destination’s tourism product and offerings to remain a competitive tourism destination.”

Voting for the Caribbean awards is now open and closes at midnight on January 10, 2020.

The public can visit www. worldtravelawards.com/vote to cast votes for the TCI in all of the above categories.

The 27th annual World Travel Awards Caribbean gala ceremony will take place on January 20, 2020, at Sandals Royal Bahamian, Nassau, Bahamas.

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Bahamas: 50 bodies unclaimed in trailer HEALTH Minister Dr Duane Sands said the government has released the remains of a few storm victims to their families, however there are about 50 unclaimed bodies in a refrigerated trailer in Abaco.

He added the government might use an independent third party to act as an intermediary so afraid undocumented migrants can identify the remains. Speaking outside Cabinet this week, Dr Sands said in Abaco four people have been identified and their remains released to their family members.

“In the trailer in Abaco, a significant number of bodies I believe probably about 50 (have not been claimed). DNA samples have been taken and the expected time from DNA sampling until comparison and conclusion can be as long as six to nine months,” he said.

“That is the international standard or timeline unless you use rapid DNA techniques. There are still a number of remains in Abaco, four persons have been released to their families.

All of the others remains (are) yet to be identified, yet to be released.”

He said officials would like to curtail the length of time the bodies are kept in the Abaco trailer.

“In Abaco…we’d like to limit the length of time. We have remains in New Providence that would have been here in refrigerated trailers for years. There is no absolute limit as to

A trailer believed to contain unidentified victims killed by Hurricane Dorian.

how long you can keep refrigerated remains. In this instance however at that facility to have a trailer sitting there for an indefinite time is not ideal and so what we would like to be able to do is to be very aggressive in terms of making it safe and easy for individuals to identify.”

He continued: “Bear in mind that some people may be afraid to come forward if their immigration status is not ideal. This problem is not unique to The Bahamas and so (a consideration is) to have an independent third party perhaps act as an intermediary so that the process of identification can take place.”

Dr Sands said not much progress

has been made for the burial site for the unidentified remains of people killed by Hurricane Dorian.

“You would have heard that we had a discussion about burial in a dignified fashion. We will need to identify a site and identify a grid so that these bodies can be interred at the appropriate point and exhumed if their loved ones are able to identify them so the remains can be turned over to their families,” he said.

On Tuesday evening, Dr Sands released more information on the deceased victims which noted as of December 1, 55 bodies/remains were recovered in Abaco while 47 bodies/ remains had been examined.

$300 a week: Pinder reveals new target for minimum wage in the Bahamas THE government is looking to raise the minimum wage in the public sector to at least $300 per week, Labour Director John Pinder said this week.

He said internal discussions have revolved around raising the minimum wage to between $300 and $350 for government workers.

Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced the forthcoming increase last week. However, the exact plans have not yet been revealed.

Mr Pinder said it is hoped the government’s increase will lead the private sector to follow suit.

“The government always aims to lead by example and be the benchmark,” he said. “We hope the private sector would follow. We’ve been discussing it for some time at the National Tripartite Council but there has been no conclusion.”

Mr Pinder said about ten percent of public service workers are making minimum wage. There are about 20,000 government workers.

He said the minimum wage increase is necessary because of rising costs of living.

Labour Director John Pinder. said that internal discussions have revolved around raising the minimum wage to between $300 and $350 for government workers.

Mr Pinder said the National Tripartite Council has been discussing creating a living wage: a wage high enough to maintain a strong standard of living. However, the council has disagreed on what the living wage should be, he said.

For his part, Bahamas Chamber

of Commerce and Employers Confederation CEO Jeffrey Beckles said talk about what impact the minimum wage increase could have on the private sector is premature.

“What’s there to comment on,” he said yesterday, noting the government hasn’t provided substantive plans. “The one who made the comment has to put meat on the bones (of the plans).”

In August, Trade Union Congress President Obie Ferguson said unions were agitating for a minimum wage increase to between $250 and $300 per week because the existing wage of $210 is “inadequate” for the average Bahamian household.

On Sunday, Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Chairman Fred Mitchell dismissed the anticipated minimum age increase as a “cold, cynical, calculated move” to garner support from the public service, not an act of generosity.

He questioned the government’s about face on the issue, noting Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Peter Turnquest recently said no minimum wage increase was being contemplated. (Tribune242)

Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit at Saturday’s swearing in ceremony, accompanied by his wife Melissa Poponne Skerrit.

Re-elected Dominica PM calls for regional interests to be defended CARIBBEAN people and institutions have to stand in defence of the region against external attacks from those who don’t have its best interests at heart, says Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit.

And he has challenged regional people to work for the development of their territories and stop tearing down the efforts of their respective governments which are seeking to improve their lives.

In a rebuke of the agenda of the European Union and First World countries and their institutions which blacklist or otherwise sideline vital sectors of Caribbean territories, Skerrit lamented that regional institutions and people do not rise to the defence of their governments.

Instead, he said, they either remain silent or blame the administration.

Skerrit was re-elected in Dominica’s controversial general elections on Friday.

Meanwhile, the Commonwealth in a statement on Saturday said the election result reflected the collective will of the people.

The ten-person Commonwealth observer team, was led by Chairperson, Zainab Bangura, a former Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sierra Leone and former UnderSecretary-General at the United Nations.

At a press conference in Roseau on 07 December, she said: “The election was conducted in accordance with the laws of Dominica.”

The Chairperson added that “the Group was particularly impressed by the large numbers of women and youth who participated in the electoral process.”

On Election Day, members of the Commonwealth team were

present in all 21 constituencies, which included the areas of Castle Bruce, Cottage, Mahaut, Marigot, Portsmouth, Roseau and Salisbury.

The members observed the opening of polls, voting, closing of polls and the counting process.

Members of the team will stay in Dominica until 11 December 2019 to finalise their report, observe the postelectoral-environment and continue meeting with stakeholders.

The Chairperson concluded the statement by stating: “Dominica will continue to serve as an inspiration for Commonwealth small state resilience through our family of 53 countries and eyond”.in Roseau on 07 December, she said: “The election was conducted in accordance with the laws of Dominica.”

The Chairperson added that “the Group was particularly impressed by the large numbers of women and youth who participated in the electoral process.”

On Election Day, members of the Commonwealth team were present in all 21 constituencies, which included the areas of Castle Bruce, Cottage, Mahaut, Marigot, Portsmouth, Roseau and Salisbury.

The members observed the opening of polls, voting, closing of polls and the counting process.

Members of the team will stay in Dominica until 11 December 2019 to finalise their report, observe the postelectoral-environment and continue meeting with stakeholders.

The Chairperson concluded the statement by stating: “Dominica will continue to serve as an inspiration for Commonwealth small state resilience through our family of 53 countries and beyond”. (Barbados Nation)

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Cayman’s record budget gets go ahead

Denzil Douglas, a former prime minister of St Kitts, said in a release that the Daily Mail story “is totally false, malicious and libellous” as he “was never detained or arrested in London.”

St Kitts opposition leader denies he was arrested in London ST KITTS-NEVIS Opposition Leader Denzil Douglas has denied a report in Britain’s Daily Mail that he was detained at Gatwick International Airport when he tried to leave the country with 70,000 pounds sterling in cash.

Douglas, a former prime minister of St Kitts, said in a release that the Daily Mail story “is totally false, malicious and libellous” as he “was never detained or arrested in London.”

He added: “The oneterm Government of Dr Tim Harris seems to have found a reporter in the Daily Mail to push their false and libellous

story to distract from our call that Minister of Tourism Lindsay Grant and Culture Ambassador Jonel Powell must resign now.”

“Let it be known that, and I again emphasise, that I was never detained or arrested at London Gatwick Airport on 16th November or at any other time. I have committed no crime and I’m under no investigation,” said Dr Douglas.

Dr Douglas, national political leader of the St Kitts-Nevis Labour Party, said the article in question is receiving the attention of his lawyers who will advise him accordingly. (Jamaica Observer)

Trinidad: H1N1 deaths rise to 32 THE number of confirmed deaths from the influenza virus has been confirmed as 32, the Ministry of Health said on Monday.

The ministry has been engaged in an island-wide campaign aimed at sensitising the public about the influenza virus and encouraging citizens to get vaccinated. The virus is much more serious than the common flu and the vaccine is available at all health centres, free of charge.

The 2020 official flu season is from October 2019 to May 2020, and citizens are advised to get vaccinated every year as the virus can mutate and the vaccine may not be able to stave off the new strain.

The ministry reported that 33,101 people have already received the vaccine this season, with 3232 suspected cases for the year.

Those who are particularly vulnerable to the virus include

children aged six months to five years; pregnant women; adults over 65; people with chronic medical conditions; and chronic respiratory disease. Health care workers are also encouraged to get the vaccine.

THE Cayman Islands government now has the green light to proceed with its record budget.

At just more than $1.5 billion, the 2020/2021 fiscal package is the largest ever for the Cayman Islands. “[It] was a very momentous day in the history of the Cayman Islands and its economic growth as we pass the largest budget in the history of the country,” Finance Minister Roy McTaggart told the Cayman Compass in a brief interview following the passage of the budget.

Legislators gave their approval on the appropriations on Thursday evening, at the close of a three-week Finance Committee session in the Legislative Assembly.

“All in all, it was a bit of a marathon session in Finance Committee to get all of the appropriations approved, and I think the level of spending that we are able to implement in 2020 and 2021 is clearly reflective of the sterling performance of government revenues, which is reflective of the continued expansion and growth of the Cayman economy,” McTaggart said.

During committee stage there were a couple of adjustments made to the fiscal package, he said, adding the net effect of the changes was “quite modest”.

In his report to the House, on Thursday, the minister said the committee agreed to disbursements of $22.3 million from the Environmental Protection Fund for the Integrated Solid Waste Management System project (capping of the George Town landfill), the reclamation and remediation of Kaibo Public Beach, and

Finance Minister Roy McTaggart during his budget presentation last month.

the continuation of the iguanaculling programme.

It will cover the purchase of lands for conservation purposes as well.

The committee also increased funds allocated to

Cayman Finance, which will receive $750,000 in both 2020 and 2021.

He said the committee also created a new payment of $150,000 in each year towards the Superior Auto

apprenticeship programme.

McTaggart said he was pleased with the fiscal package, especially since it will get the John Gray High School project started in 2020.

He said there will also be significant spending for roads.

“You will see, as well, that we have increased the assistance government provides to the vulnerable in our society and I think it will be well received and they will be starting from January 1 in 2020. They will receive an additional $100 per month, taking their monthly support to $850 a month and that will increase again to $950 a month in 2021,” McTaggart said.

The minister added that through the budget government has committed to significant reductions in fees and in some cases elimination of duties for those over 65-years-old.

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Blue Crush star vacations in Provo LOS Angeles actress Kate Bosworth was spotted in Providenciales this week, vacationing at the Amanyara resort.

The 36-year-old film and television star posted numerous times about her experiences on her Instagram account which boasts 852,000 followers.

During her holiday, which she enjoyed with her husband Michael Polish, she took pictures posing at the resort and by the island’s crystal clear water.

Bosworth is currently starring in Netflix science fiction series The I-Land, while previous film roles included Blue Crush, Superman Returns, Before I Wake and The

Bosworth enjoys the island’s crystal clear water and sandy beaches

Actress Kate Bosworth in front of the bar at the Amanyara resort

Domestics.

In 2018, she was included in People magazine’s list of 25 Women

the issues of human trafficking that they privately funded called Nona.

Changing the World.

In late 2018, Bosworth and Polish debuted a film focusing on

She also works closely with the Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking.

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World News General election 2019: Tories win majority - exit poll THE Conservatives are set to win an overall majority of 86 in the general election, according to an exit poll for the BBC, ITV and Sky News.

The survey taken at UK polling stations suggests the Tories will get 368 MPs - 50 more than at the 2017 election - when all the results have been counted.

Labour would get 191, the Lib Dems 13, the Brexit Party none and the SNP 55.

The Green Party will still have one MP and Plaid Cymru will lose one seat for a total of three, the survey suggests.

The first general election results were due before midnight on Thursday, with the final total expected to be known by Friday lunchtime.

In the exit poll. voters are asked to fill in a mock ballot paper as they leave the polling station, indicating how they have just voted.

The exit poll was conducted by Ipsos Mori at 144 polling stations,

The Conservatives are predicted to have won by a large margin.

with 22,790 interviews.

Exit polls have proved to be very accurate in recent years.

In 2017 it correctly predicted a hung Parliament, with no overall winner, and in 2015 it predicted the Conservatives would be the largest party.

This is the UK’s third general election in less than five years and the first one to take place in December in nearly 100 years - and has been dominated by Britain’s 2016 vote to leave the European Union.

Conservative Party leader and

Prime Minister Boris Johnson focused relentlessly on a single message: “Get Brexit done”, promising to take the UK out of the EU by 31 January 2020 if he got a majority.

His main rival for No 10, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, promised voters another referendum with a choice between a renegotiated Leave deal and remaining in the bloc.

But Labour primarily campaigned on a promise to end austerity by increasing spending on public services and the National Health Service.

The Liberal Democrats promised to cancel Brexit if leader Jo Swinson became prime minister, but opinion polls suggested their vote was squeezed during the course of the campaign.

The Lib Dems did a deal with the Green Party and Plaid Cymru to stand aside in certain seats to maximise the pro-EU Remain vote.

The Scottish National Party said a strong vote for them would

effectively be a mandate for a second independence referendum.

A decisive moment came early on in the campaign when Nigel Farage announced his Brexit Party would not be standing in seats won by a Conservative at the 2017 general election to avoid splitting the Leave vote.

The Conservatives began the campaign with a double-digit lead over Labour in the opinion polls, although this narrowed as polling day approached.

The Conservatives targeted their pro-Brexit message at those Labour constituencies in the Midlands and north of England which had voted to leave the EU in 2016.

Mr Johnson came under fire for avoiding scrutiny after declining to take part in a Channel 4 leaders’ debate on climate change - and for ducking a half-hour prime time interview with the BBC’s Andrew Neil, which the other party leaders had submitted to. (BBC)

Sanna Marin: The rising star who leads Finland’s 5.5 million SANNA Marin has been a rising star on Finland’s political scene for some years now.

At 34 she has become the world’s youngest prime minister, and her country’s youngest ever, at a difficult time - as Finland is hit by strikes and populist nationalism looms over its politics.

Her new finance minister is even younger. Katri Kulmuni, 32, is one of four other female party leaders in the five-party ruling centre-left coalition. Only one of them is over 35.

Their appointments are an attempt to inject some new blood into a demanding body politic as their parties flounder in the polls, just six months after election victory.

“Politics is getting harder,” says Kristiina Tolkki, a political journalist from Finland’s national broadcaster YLE. “We need some younger people who can be there 24/7, some fresh faces, always ready to react and not say anything stupid.”

The new government is also set to have 12 female and seven male ministers, a high gender ratio even for a country which in 1907 became the first in the world to elect women to parliament.

Sanna Marin comes from a modest background.

Her parents split up when she was very young and in her early years her mother raised her alone. The family

faced financial problems.

In a blog, Ms Marin describes how she got a job in a bakery at 15 and distributed magazines for pocket money during high school.

In an interview for the Menaiset website (in Finnish) in 2015 she spoke about the stigma she encountered when her mother was in a same-sex relationship. She said that she felt “invisible” because she was unable to talk openly about her family.

But her mother had always been supportive and made her believe she could do anything she wanted, she said.

She was the first person in her family to finish high school and go to university.

Ms Marin went into politics at the age of 20 and two years later was already running for a council seat in Tampere, a city north of Helsinki.

She wasn’t elected, but within just five years she had not just won a seat but become council leader, aged just 27.

She rose quickly through the ranks of the Social Democrats (SDP), Finland’s main centre-left party, becoming an MP in 2015.

She is seen as being a left-winger in the party, and a strong advocate of Finland’s welfare state.

Kristiina Tolkki says her rise to the top was almost inevitable.

“I met her at a ladies’ sauna night

some years ago and asked her if she was going to be leader,” she says.

“She just looked at me as if to say are you even asking me this?”

As an MP she quickly caught the attention of party leader Antti Rinne, becoming his deputy and essentially his favourite.

Last winter, Mr Rinne fell ill with pneumonia on holiday and was later diagnosed with coronary thrombosis, meaning he was out of action as his party geared up for an election campaign.

This was a chance for Ms Marin, then still only a first-term MP, to shine. After several months with her at the helm, Mr Rinne returned from sick leave to lead his party to victory.

Ms Marin was appointed transport and communications minister in the new government, but it didn’t take long for the clouds to gather.

A row over the prime minister’s handling of a postal strike led to his resignation within months of taking office.

Ms Marin narrowly won a party vote to replace him on Sunday.

The mother of a 22-monthold daughter, she has dismissed questions about her suitability for the job.

“I have never thought about my age or gender. I think of the reasons I got into politics and those things for which we have won the trust of the electorate,” she told reporters after

Sanna Marin has been in politics for 14 years.

being chosen for prime minister.

But she takes office with more strikes threatened, and production expected to come to a halt at some of Finland’s largest companies.

Meanwhile, the populist True Finns party has risen to nearly 25% in the polls, while the SDP and its largest coalition partners, the Centre Party, are slipping.

Ms Marin is Finland’s third female prime minister. The first, Anneli Jaatteenmaki, lasted barely more than two months in 2003 and the second, Mari Kiviniemi, was only in power for a year (2010-11).

But by riding a popular wave just six months into the coalition’s fouryear term, the 34-year-old can surely expect to do better. (BBC)

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World News Brexit: Free trade deals ‘won’t offset leaving EU’ POST-BREXIT trade deals will not make up for the economic damage inflicted on the UK from leaving the EU, analysis for BBC Newsnight has suggested.

Independent trade experts from the UK Trade Policy Observatory (UKTPO) looked at the likely impact of US, Australian and New Zealand free trade deals.

They found that even combined, new tariff-cutting agreements were likely to boost the UK economy by just 0.4%.

A simple free trade deal would also depress the economy UKTPO said.

The body said that moving from full EU membership to a simple deal with our closest trading partner - the objective enshrined in Boris Johnson’s Withdrawal Agreement - would depress the size of the economy by at least 1.8%.

A Conservative spokesperson said: “The prime minister’s fantastic deal makes clear that we will have a future relationship based on free trade and friendly cooperation.

By striking trade deals around the world we will create exciting new opportunities for British businesses.”

The Conservative manifesto claims free trade is the “best way” to increase exports, cut prices and increase investment.

The upshot from this analysis is that there is no realistic prospect of new trade deals with other countries, even the “ambitious” deals touted by ministers, offsetting the economic hit from Brexit itself.

Moving to an EU free trade deal and striking new free trade agreements with the US, Australia and New Zealand has an estimated negative impact on the UK economy of 1.4% in the UKTPO results equivalent to £28bn, or £1,000 per household.

The results from the UKTPO, which is based at the University of Sussex, show that moving to a free trade deal with the EU is beneficial overall for the UK agriculture and food processing sector, due to reduced competition from Continental farmers.

But that benefit is wiped out if US, Australian and New Zealand trade deals slash import tariffs and quotas, resulting in a surge of agricultural imports.

Mr Johnson, in a Commons statement presenting his Brexit Withdrawal Agreement deal on 19 October, stated: “For the first time in almost five decades the UK will be able to strike free trade deals with our friends across the world to benefit the whole country - including Northern Ireland.”

But Newsnight understands that internal UK government impact assessments show that, in fact, only the South East will benefit from US, Australian and New Zealand trade deals, and that the rest of the country will see negative consequences Northern Ireland is, sources say, particularly badly affected due to its agriculture industry being severely hit.

The UKTPO used what is known as a partial equilibrium trade model to look at the likely impact on 148 individual UK industrial sectors of

Moving from full EU membership to a simple deal with our closest trading partner would depress the size of the economy by at least 1.8%.

slashing tariff and non-tariff barriers.

Prof Michael Gasiorek led the modelling project for UKTPO. He was unsurprised by the results.

“It’s arithmetic,” he said. “Tariffs on many goods are already quite low or zero so there are no great gains from lowering them.

“Also relative to how much we trade with the EU, we do much less with the US, Australia and New Zealand, so the overall impact on output is not massive.

“It certainly doesn’t offset the negative impact of leaving the EU. Further, agreeing on the removal of regulatory barriers will be difficult - as the EU had found in its negotiations with the US.”

The UKTPO results are in line with the findings of a Treasury modelling exercise in 2018, which estimated the benefit of any new trade deals would only be between 0.1 and 0.2% of GDP - a benefit dwarfed by the negative impact of leaving the EU’s single market and customs union.

Newsnight understands the Department for International Trade has now completed fresh impact assessments of US, Australian and New Zealand trade deals, which show results similar to the UKTPO findings, but that these are not due to be published until after Brexit and ahead of the publication of mandates for trade negotiators. (BBC)

EU leaders to consider climate neutrality pledge European Union leaders are gathering in Brussels amid a push to commit to making the 28-member bloc climate neutral by 2050.

Some Eastern European countries want financial guarantees before they agree to the EU cutting to zero its net amount of greenhouse emissions.

But Ursula von der Leyen, the new head of the EU’s executive, has placed the aim at the heart of a new “Green Deal”.

Billions of euros would be added to the EU budget to move from fossil fuels.

The “Just Transition Mechanism” would include funding from the European Investment Bank and would support states such as Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary, which are among the EU member states most reliant on the coal industry.

Ahead of the summit, Greenpeace activists used an old fire engine to climb the European Council building, before unfurling a banner reading “climate emergency” and setting off flares. The protesters complained the EU was doing too little, too late.

The new president of the European Council, Charles Michel, said ahead of the summit that he

Belgian forces were called in when Greenpeace protesters scaled the summit building and unfurled a banner.

wanted EU leaders to pledge that the bloc would become climate-neutral by 2050.

Climate neutrality, he said, would be “a strong signal for the future of Europe” showing the need to “massively” invest in innovation as officials and experts meet in Madrid for the UN climate summit.

Finland’s new Prime Minister, Sanna Marin, said new generations expected the EU to act and it had to act faster.

The European Green Deal was

described by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as Europe’s “man on the Moon” moment. It includes: • A €100bn (£84bn; $110bn) Just Transition Mechanism to help countries still heavily dependent on fossil fuels and “carbon-intensive processes” to move to renewable energy sources • Proposals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 50% of 1990 levels or even lower by 2030 - instead of the current target of 40%

• A law that would set the EU “on to an irreversible path to climate neutrality” by 2050 • A plan to promote a more circular economy - a system designed to eliminate waste - that would address more sustainable products as well as a “farm to fork” strategy to improve the sustainability of food production and distribution Although the new Commission’s proposals are ambitious, they have to be signed off by EU leaders if they are to get anywhere.

An official said on the eve of the summit that there might or might not be a deal in Brussels. The test was whether EU leaders were prepared to make a commitment before negotiations on the 2021-27 EU budget came to an end.

Climate neutrality involves balancing emissions by removing warming gases from the atmosphere.

Warming emissions created by cars and power plants are counteracted by removing greenhouse gases from the air by planting new forests or through carbon capture technologies that bury CO2 underground.

One of the big problems EU leaders will have is finding the money from a budget that is already

set to shrink if the UK leaves the bloc next year.

Polish officials have already welcomed the planned mechanism for compensating countries whose economies are still reliant on the coal industry.

However, they say the cost of transition for Poland in particular will be huge and it is not just one budget that would need to carry the cost but budgets all the way through to 2050.

A sign of the scepticism came from Ryszard Legutko, an MEP from Poland’s ruling Law and Justice party, who told the European Parliament on Wednesday that the strategy was confused and prompted more questions than it answered.

“Have you any idea of the social cost as well as the personal tragedies it will generate?” he asked the Commission president.

It is not just Poland, Hungary and the Czech Republic that have reservations.

Romanian MEP Dan Nica warned that if his country was to meet its 2030 target, it would cost 40% of its economic output, with a price of almost €8bn a year. Families living near mining areas would be particularly affected, he said. (BBC)

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE

Classifieds TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

December 14-20, 2019

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

Must have thorough knowledge in the floral business with 3-5 years experience.

Call: 231-3788

GET LEGAL HELP ON YOUR INSURANCE CLAIM

DELIVERY BOY

CALL OR EMAIL US AT

We are in need of a young man to deliver bills, pick up checks and distribute newspapers. Must be honest and have a clean driver’s license.

duncansonlaw@gmail.com duncansonlaw.office@gmail.com 649-941-4444/ 649-245-1314/649-348-5744 DUNCANSON & CO BARRISTERS & ATTORNEYS 16121

Contact the Publisher at tcweeklynews@gmail.com

December 14-20, 2019 ALLAN TRUCKING SERVICES Grants Plaza, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

TRUCK DRIVER

• Driving company trucks.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 242-0508

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19765

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS ALLIED MANAGEMENT SERVICES LTD. #18 The Village, KPMG Building, Grace Bay Is seeking a

HOUSEMAN

For one of their properties.

Must speak English JOB INCLUDE: • Cleaning.

• Heavy lifting etc.

• Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $7 hourly CONTACT: 231-1368 EMAIL: ALLIEDMANAGEMENT@USA.NET

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19784

UNIQUE CREATIONS BACK SALINA, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning yard disposing of Refuse, cleaning windows and doors. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-1195

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is for work permit renewal application. 19810

BIG MUM ON THE RUN The Ridge, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

• Cleaning kitchen and assisting with serving orders to guests and customers.

• Must be willing to work 5-6 days per week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-1577

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19806

BLUE (SALTMILLS PLAZA)

LABOURER

• Clean equipment, load and unload trucks.

• Clean, rake leaves, remove trash.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 242-3631

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19796

LABOURER

• To do maintenance work • Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-9408

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 19808

is looking for an experienced

STORE CLERK stock taking.

• Individual must also have a solid experience with Quiclkbooks Pro, Quickbook Point Of Sale (mandatory) and also have a good knowledge of the brands, store layout and presentation.

• Monthly salary starting at: $1600.00

Only well-presented applications with a cover letter which Must be hand delivered before January 15th will be considered.

#17 Phaclosse Street, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CARIBBEAN DREDGING #22 Morris Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

BLUE (SALTMILLS PLAZA)

is looking for an experienced

• To start asap who must be: • Very Mature, very organized, presentable and tidy with a good attitude and self-motivation.

• Able to work as a team in a team six days a week 9am-6pm sometimes during peak holidays.

• Person must also be flexible enough to arrive early or leave late when receiving inventory and

BLACK BOY & JEAN TRUCKING

STORE CLERK (min 3-4 years in retail and service): • Must be very mature, very organized, presentable and tidy with a good attitude and selfmotivation while being able to work closely with the manager.

• Able to work as a team in a team six days a week 9am-6pm sometimes during peak holidays.

• Person must also be flexible

19816

enough to arrive early or leave late when receiving inventory and stock taking.

• Individual must also have a solid experience with Quiclkbooks Pro, Quickbook Point Of Sale (mandatory) and also have a good knowledge of the brands, store layout and presentation.

Monthly salary starting at: $2400.00

Only well-presented applications with a cover letter which Must be hand delivered before January 15th will be considered.

19817

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.01 BCQS LIMITED SEEKS

A CHARTERED QUANTITY SURVEYOR The successful applicant must possess: - BSc in Quantity Surveying or RICS-recognized qualification.

- Ten years post qualification work experience.

- Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, MS Project & Vector BQ system Duties will include and candidates should have experience in: - Pre and post contract Quantity Surveying duties - Market appraisals - Feasibility studies An annual salary of $42,000.00 plus performance Related commission is offered for this position.

The suitable candidate should be able to work under his own initiative and be able to see through projects from concept to completion.

This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 27th December 2019.

Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred.

Apply in writing to BCQS Limited, P. O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or fax to 946-7184 or email to staylor@bcqs.com 19790

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE TITLE NUMBER 10303/63

SECTION CENTRAL

ISLAND GRAND TURK

Whereas, MARVA MAXCINE WILLIAMS of 2000 Broadleaf Lane, Power Springs, Georgia 30127-7032 USA as personal representative of LOUIS HARTWELL FRANCIS (deceased) has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) issued in the name of LOUIS HARTWELL FRANCIS was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found.

Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson- Stewart, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title six weeks of the date of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette.

Dated this 6th day of December 2019.

Signed .......................................................................................

REGISTRAR OF LANDS WITNESSED: ............................................................................

197933

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December 14-20, 2019

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS CHARITE ST. JUSTE

POSITION TITLE

LABOURERS/GROUNDSMEN Pavilion Management is looking for Two Labourers to be responsible for the general maintenance of the gardens, plants and lawns at a rental villa.

Responsible for the general maintenance of the gardens, plants and lawns at the villa. And also maintain the beautification of the lawns and gardens in order to attract guests to the property.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Soil cultivation when necessary, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, and planting.

• Using and maintaining hand tools and basic light machinery.

• Ensure all equipment and machinery are stored securely and clean after use.

• Maintain gardens by trimming and making sure that plants are receiving adequate water.

• Prune trees and hedges to correct shape and height so that they are safe and look good.

• Maintain lawn and grass areas using machinery.

• Keep the gardens, thoroughfares and footpaths clear and free from litter at all times.

• Weed between the ferns and round the sides of the property.

• Ensure the cleanliness of the beach frontage • Must be willing to have ongoing training in other areas A clean driving license would be an advantage.

Must have basic command and understanding of English Previous experience in similar role as well as a sound knowledge and use of horticultural machinery is an added advantage.

Salary $1500-2000 based on experience.

Interested Belongers should send cover letter and resume to Andrea Riggs, Griffiths & Partners, 82 Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Fax 649-941-8251.

These positions are currently held by work permit holders.

#15 RESIDENCE YARD, FIVE CAYS. 345-1964 Seeking for a

CARETAKER

DYPCO

SOUTH DOCK ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

ADMIN ASSISTANT

DIVINE ROOTS

ADDRESS: #2 IBO PLAZA, LEEWARD HIGHWAY is seeking a

HAIRDRESSER

to assisting with Medication goes to doctor, to clean the house, Wash and iron.

Salary of 6.25 per hourly

• Payroll and other paper work.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $1,200 monthly

PLEASE CALL 346-2311

18233

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19767

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. However, Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

19789

JAMELL ROBINSON

JEAN CLAUDETTE MALCOLM

JOSEPH SKIPPINGS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

#63 GRACE BAY ROAD, LEEWARD

DOMESTIC WORKER

Wage: $6.25 per hour (minimum wage) Hours: 10am -6pm Monday to Friday Duties: Child care and cleaning Renewal TC Islanders are invited to apply and send a copy of application to the Board CONTACT: JAMELL.R.ROBINSON@ GMAIL.COM OR 331-3399

19792

CONTACT: 231-1490

SOUTH SCHOOL LANE, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: clean, iron, dust and other household chores etc. Must be willing to work 3 days per week.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-0023

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

to work 6 days a week.

Shampoo, interlock/crochet, style, color, repair, treat and maintain dreadlocks/hair; install extensions Starting wage: $6.50/hr.

CONTACT: 241-4248

#126 Chalk Sound

LABOURER - $6.25 hourly Clean yard, weed, etc.

CONTACT: 242-9086

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19774

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

SUITE 48, SALT MILLS PLAZA, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS. 649 232 8628; GOODGROUNDSTCI@GMAIL.COM

DESIGN ASSISTANT/FABRICATION COORDINATOR

FLAMINGO PHARMACY REQUIRES A

LICENSED PHARMACY TECHNICIAN • Must have pharmacy technician qualification from recognized college including at least 1 year of classroom-based learning.

• At least 4 years post qualification experience.

• Will be required to pass a pharmacy technician exam paper as part of interview process.

• Duties will include accurate dispensing, use of dispensary software, maintenance of pharmacy stock, NHIP billing and OTC advice.

• Recent experience with extemporaneous preparations of liquids and creams desired.

• Willing to work long shifts, weekends and holidays.

• $12-$17 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Please send cover letter, resume and copies of qualifications to jobs@flamingopharmacy.com or in person at Flamingo Pharmacy, Cabot House, Graceway Plaza, Leeward Highway.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Closing date December 31 2019

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders are encouraged to lodge an application with the Labour Department.

19772

Responsible for design and fabrication of molds and prototypes for concrete products. Working with specialist materials and developing the best product solutions for our customers; working closely with our oversees Prototype Lab.

• Assist with the development process to meet technical specifications and quality standards • Assist with developing systems to optimize production efficiency and reduce manual processes

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assisting with the design of molds • Consult with clients to provide fast prototype development for custom designs • Assist with design production process, procurement of tools for customized work

QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum 5 years’ experience in mold design & fabrication using Silicone • Extensive experience on concrete product production • High level of attention to detail and mechanical aptitude • Excellent communication skills

Interested applicants may submit your resume with qualifications and experience via email to goodgroundstci@gmail.com Interested Turks and Caicos Islands should also submit their resume to the TCI Employment Services and Labour Department.

This is a new position.

19812

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

December 14-20, 2019 Apt #4 Ingham Circle, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Grounds men and maintenance work and painting.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 243-8307

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19770

D’DIVA SALON

#56 WALTER COX DRIVE, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

Provide beauty services, such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

May apply makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, and provide nail and skin care services.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 345-8242

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19786

DOMESTIC WORKER -

$1,250 MONTHLY

CARE GIVER - $1,250 MONTHLY

Assist patient getting dressed, eat, bathe and wash dishes, folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

POTTS GOLD

Duties: preparing the work station for the cook, keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times To work 6 days per week, must work shifts and holidays Salary $7.00 per hour First time applicant

Duties: preparing orders, keeping kitchen clean, making sure food is prep Must be willing to work 6 days per week, work shifts and holidays Salary $7.00 per hour First time applicant

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department

19815

SEWING SEEDS LEARNING CENTER Norway, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

TAILOR

• Tailoring for men and alterations.

• Applicant must be honest, reliable and willing to work.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 331-8531

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19768

CONTACT: 946-5369 EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC

CONTACT: 431-0442

CONTACT: 241-9408

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19805

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder

NATURES VISIONS LTD

MOITIS ROBERTS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19809

MR. GROUPER

• Taking care of yard.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

ROBERTS AGENCY Acting on behalf of

ARTHUR ROBINSON Queen Angel, Turtle Cove

DRIVER - $8 HOURLY

Paying bills, purchasing goods, and etc.

Contact: 231-6717

LIME STONE CONSTRUCTION

Aqua Lane, Long Bay

CARPENTER - $10 HOURLY Making cabinets, designing moldings and building roofs.

WOOD CARVER - $10 HOURLY Making cabinets, designing moldings.

Contact: 244-2995

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19797

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Sweeping, mopping and dusting shelves.

• Ensuring that store is always tidy.

• Must be willing to work 5-6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19807

RA AND JH CONSTRUCTION

#20 BIBLE ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking a

BACKHOE OPERATOR

-$600 weekly Drives and manipulates the bucket of a backhoe to dig and move dirt, sand, and gravel.

Work Permit Renewal

MASON

- $10 hourly Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones; makes and repairs steps and plasters

MAINTENANCE WORKER

• Do maintenance on house and business.

• To work 6 days weekly.

Salary: $10.00 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is for a first time applicant

#1 HIDDEN HABOUR, DISCOVERY BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

19808

GRAND TURK

POSITION:

Is seeking a

GARDENER

• Must work weekends • Applicate will be digging holes, jackhammering.

Planting and caring for shrubs and trees.

• Jobs are outside • Driving license, a must.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 232-2272

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19778

19794

DOMESTIC WORKER

Moitis Roberts is looking for a Domestic Helper at Grand Turk, TCI area. To wash, iron, clean and assist with two children. This position is presently held by a work permit holder. Applicants who are TC Islanders should send copies of their applications to the Labour Board.

Salary: $6.25 per hour Submit Resumes to: Monica Simmons (lanks60@live.com) Telephone # 649-232-1437

19771

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS Civil & Structural Engineering Ltd P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. Tel: (649) 941 4437 Fax: (649) 946 4670 E-mail: cse@tciway.tc CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD. Seeks a

STRUCTURAL TECHNICIAN THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS: • BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering • 5 years post qualification work experience • Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Autocad DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: • Structural design calculations and

drawing work • Structural surveys • Site Inspection & Report Salary will be $36,000.00 per annum.

The suitable candidate will be able to work under their own initative, and be able to see through Design Projects from conceptional design to final drawing works.

This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 27th December, 2019.

CARPENTER

- $10 hourly Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

Contact: 244-4542 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

#73 PRINCESS DRIVE, LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 332-2621

CONTACT: 231-6100

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19766

CONTACT: 247-6615

Contact: 649-244-8400

LABOURER

• To do maintenance work • Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

COOK

CARIBBEAN DREDGING

#22 Morris Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

• General house chores including washing windows and laundry.

• Must be willing to work 5-6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

PROMISE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE

#6 OLD AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

• Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents in the restaurant, restroom cleaning etc.

• To work 6 days per week.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

CARETAKER/ HELPER

Providing regular housekeeping, sweeping, mopping, laundry and cleaning dishes.

These positions are currently held by work permit holders Belongers can drop off resume to the store Providenciales: Central Square and The Regent Village Grand Turk: Goldsmith Building Front Street Tel: 649 946 4100. Email: kubera@tciway.tc 19775

KITCHEN HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

#19 DUCKLING LANE, JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

DBA GOLDSMITH

Must be able to provide assistance to customers and handle various duties such as operating the cash register, greeting customers, helping people locate products, doing paper work, stocking shelves, and maintaining the store clean and organized.

CLEMENSTON ASTWOOD

LINDA GRANT

KUBERA LIMITED STORE CLERK - $1,250 MONTHLY

COCO BISTRO

#10 Oak Avenue, Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

19780

DEON WILSON

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Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred.

Apply in writing to Civil & Structural Engineering Limited, P. O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

Contact: Chris Conway on cconway@csecaribbean.com Or fax to Labour Office, Providenciales on 946-7184

19791

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DOLPHIN HIDEAWAY

TDMG CONCORDIA LTD.

ISLAND STEEL FABRICATORS

1 Osprey, Thompson’s Cove, Providenciales IS SEEKING TO HIRE A

CLEANER to work 6 days a week.

Salary $6.25 per hour

Interested applicants must be able to work flexible hours, have a clean police record, and submit their application with a copy of their CV and references to: info@saunders.tc and to the T.C.I Employment Services and Labour Department.

Position is currently vacant.

19825

SOUTH DOCK, #27 MALCOM ROAD Is seeking to employ a

STEEL MAN

Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures. Cut, position, and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete.

Salary: $12.00 hourly

CONTACT: 347-1905

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 19777

GOVERNMENT OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS DECLARATION OF INTENDED ACQUISITION PURSUANT TO SECTION 5 OF THE LAND ACQUISITION ORDINANCE PARCEL NOS.

1. 60607/3 2. 60607/44 3. 60607/75 4. 60607/76

It is hereby declared that it appears to H.E. the Governor that the land identified below is needed for the public purpose identified below. The particulars required by Section 5(3) of the Land Acquisition Ordinance are as follows: (a) the place in which the land is situated: Providenciales (b) the particular purpose for which it is needed: Road Development Phase 4, Five Cay and Blue Hills, Providenciales. (c) its approximate area and all other particulars necessary for identifying it: Parcel Nos. Area

(acres)

South Dock Road, P.O. Box 608. Is seeking an

ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Managing all office tasks.

• Answer to manager in their daily requests.

• Data recording • Help accountant in producing month end and year-end financial statements.

• Manage all clients account.

• Budget follow up.

• Bank reconciliation • Production of French written documents upon request

60607/3 15.00 0.08

Theresa Louise Rigby, Evelyn Elvera Rigby, PrIscilla Jane Rigby, Theresa Maria St. Jean and Stanley Jason Ellington

60607/44

2.40

0.07

Westminster Property

60607/75

1.99

0.30

Sherlock Conwell Walkin

60607/76

1.50

0.28

Southwind Limited

(d) if a plan has been made of the land, the place where and the time at which such plan may be inspected: Public Works Department, Butterfield Square, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.

DATED this 5th day of December 2019.

Under the public seal of the Turks and Caicos Islands Acting in the name of and On behalf of the Crown

• IT management.

• Dealing with French spoken suppliers and forensic accountant.

REQUIREMENTS: • 5 years+ experience in Office Management.

• Accounting and QuickBooks knowledge.

• Bachelor Degree in Administration.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel,

Word and Project.

• Excellent English written and Spoken.

• Ability to perform different tasks without supervision.

• Good IT knowledge.

• Problem solving skills.

• Knowledge of minimum of French.

• Ability to work long hours and weekends.

• Driver’s license is mandatory.

Salary $500-$750 weekly

CONTACT: (649) 941-3445

Qualified Belonger candidates should send their applications to The Labour Department and: info@tdmgltd.com | Deadline: December 20th, 2019 19887

MAINTENANCE MAN

• This Position Reports to Engineering & Maintenance Manager • Provide services as general helper for maintenance and engineering Department.

Ensuring shrub removal around the fences at various Aerodromes, Ensure the runway is cleared of debris and overgrown vegetation and foreign object as required by regulations.

Salary: $10.50 per hour

SECURITY SUPERVISOR

• This Position Reports to the Security Manager • To ensure the overall day-to-day safe, orderly and efficient operation of all airport security activities. Leading and managing the Security officers to ensure continued security department compliance with standard operating procedures/regulations and the requirements of Airports Authority.

Salary: $33,064.80 per annum

TERMINAL CLEANING SUPERVISOR

• This Position Reports to the Terminal Manager • To supervise and investigate the quality and standard of caretaking and cleaning services of the TCI Airports. The cleaner performs janitorial duties to include terminal and landside surroundings.

Salary: $21, 735.00 per annum

Area of land Proprietor being acquired (acres)

…………………………………..

H.E. NIGEL DAKIN GOVERNOR

December 14-20, 2019

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

GENERAL HELPER/ Maintenance Technician

• This Position Reports to Engineering & Maintenance Manager • Provide services as general helper for maintenance and engineering Department.

Ensuring shrub removal around the fences at various Aerodromes, Ensure the runway is cleared of debris and overgrown vegetation and foreign object as required by regulations.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

• • • •

TERMINAL CLEANER

This Position Reports to the Terminal Manager/Cleaning Supervisor The cleaner performs janitorial duties to include terminal and landside surroundings.

Cleans building floors by sweeping, moping, scrubbing, waxing and polishing them Using electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish and spray clean floors (after receiving proper instruction and training).

Salary: $7.00 per hour These positions are held by work permit holders.

Perspective applicants who are belongers kindly send copies of your application to the TCI Labor Board.

Interest persons must submit their applications on or before December 20, 2019 to:

Human Resources Manager, Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport, Telephone# 649-946-4420, Fax# 9415996.

Email: hrrecruitment@tciairports.com

19748

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TARADO CLARE

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (TCICC)

#310 Gold Avenue, Phase 2, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE TCICC Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following fulltime positions at the TCICC for the Spring semester commencing Monday, January 6, 2020.

1. MATHEMATICS/ COMPUTER SCIENCE LECTURER

Lecturers are required to teach across different academic levels from the G.C.E. Advanced level, Caribbean Advanced Proficiency and up to the Associate and Bachelor Degree levels. Multi-disciplinary candidates are particularly encouraged to apply for these positions.

The ideal candidate must have knowledge and skills obtained through collegiate preparation resulting in a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) which must include eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the area being applied for, from an accredited and recognized institution plus a Teaching Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma and no less than three years post qualification teaching experience. A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of a second class honors or other postgraduate qualifications, teaching certificate/ Diploma and experience in teaching at Tertiary level may be considered.

2. NURSE EDUCATOR

TCICC needs a Nurse Educator who will help prepare the next generation of nurses in classroom settings.

The ideal person should be able to provide guidance and mentoring to nursing students, showing them how to deliver the best healthcare possible. He/she will combine clinical abilities with responsibilities related to: • Designing curricula, courses and programs of study that reflect contemporary healthcare trends, • Creating healthcare environment in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings that will facilitate student learning and the achievement of desired cognitive, affective, and psychomotor outcomes.

• Teaching classroom and clinical courses • Advising and guiding students • Using a variety of strategies to asses and evaluate student learning in classroom, laboratory and clinical settings, • Documenting the outcomes of the educational process.

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• Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine.

• Must be able to speak English.

• To work 4 days a week and flexible hours including Weekends and Holidays.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-1163

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder

UNIVERSAL LANDSCAPING #22 LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

• Advising students • Engaging in scholarly work • Participating in professional associations • Contributing to the academic community through leadership roles • Engaging in peer review • Maintaining clinical competence • Writing grant proposals

GARDENER

Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting. Salary: $7 hourly

THE IDEAL PERSON WILL:

• Have excellent communication skills • Be creative, and have a solid clinical background • Be flexible and possess excellent critical thinking skills.

• Have a substantive knowledge base in his/her area of instruction and the skills to convey that knowledge in a variety of ways to student nurses.

• Have a strong knowledge base in theories of teaching, learning and evaluation • Be able to design curricula and programs that reflect sound educational principles • Be able to assess learner needs • Be innovative; and enjoy teaching.

• Adapt curriculum and teaching methods in response to innovations in nursing science and ongoing changes in the practice environment.

• Have advisement and counseling skills, research and other scholarly skills, and an ability to collaborate with other disciplines to plan and deliver a sound educational program.

CONTACT: 649-341-3426

CONTACT: 243-7815

ALL OUT PROMOTIONS Address: 313 Priton Development, Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI Contact: (649) 247-1011

PRINTING TECHNICIAN

Salary/Wages: $350 per WEEK Responsibilities/Duties: • Maintain equipment • Print and Train video and audio productions

not later than Friday, December 27, 2019. Where possible applicants should e-mail or fax their applications.

FAX: 649 946 1661, TELE: 649 946 1163 EMAILL tcicomc@tciway.tc or president@tcicc.edu.tc or dean@tcicc.edu.tc We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for interview will be contacted.

19824

576 Blue Hills

CAR WASHER

- $6.25 hourly Wash, vacuum cars, etc.

Contact: 347-2093

WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION 576 Blue Hills

LABOURER

- $6.25 hourly Clean yard, assist mason.

MASON

- $12 hourly Plaster, put blocks, etc.

Contact: 347-2093

WORLD OF GIRLZ BOUTIQUE

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19785

THE PRESIDENT, TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE, P.O. BOX 236, GRAND TURK, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

SPOTLESS CAR WASH

VALENTINO SELVER

• House cleaning and laundry.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

The Application Process: Applications with copies of qualifications (including official transcripts), CV, two character references, a police record and a recent testimonial from current place of employment should reach:

Acting on behalf of:

Holders are currently held by work permit holder. Send resume to Labour Board Belongers only apply

CARETAKER

Salary is in the scale: Level II: US$40,210 - $43,488.40 per annum.

Entry point will depend on qualifications and experience.

In the case of staff recruited from overseas, appointment is on contractual terms for an initial period of two years. A gratuity is payable at the end of satisfactory contractual service at the rate of 10% of salary drawn during the period of service. A housing allowance is payable at existing rates.

VACANCIES

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19769

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

At a minimum, the ideal person should have a graduatelevel degree, such as a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in Nursing Education; and should be a Registered Nurse (RN) with advanced clinical training in a healthcare specialty.

19773

December 14-20, 2019

Belongers are invited to submit their application to the Labour Board, Ministry of Boarder Control. 19831

19795

North Side, Blue Hills Is seeking a

CASHIER

Receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-8505

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19779

BAYSIDE MANAGEMENT

#1 DAVIE BIGHT ROAD, WEST POINT, PROVO Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-4515

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19826

40 CLASSIFIEDS

MAGDA LUBIN-NOEL

MAMA’S KITCHEN NORWAY, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

COOK CONTACT: 331-8531

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

MAXWELL MUSGROVE

MUSGROVE HILL, WHITBY, NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

LIVE-IN CARETAKER

Taking care of an elderly man. Feed and clothe patient.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-3755 OR 241-8182

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19798

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19818

DEBORAH ASHTON

CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC HELPER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-1399

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19848

DARLINE THEME

#12 Moses Ave, Blue Hills

BABYSITTER

Babysitting baby, cooking, cleaning, washing, and iron on a daily basis.

Salary: $6.25-$7.00 hourly

CONTACT: 246-1717

19799

Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

BARMAID

Serving ix and frozen beverages.

Contact: 649-242-8792 Salary: $6.25-$7.00 hourly

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Norway, Kew Town, Provo Is seeking to employ a

32B Moses Ave Millennium Highway

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 331-8531

MAMA’S KITCHEN

ISLAND TROPICAL BAR AND GRILL

Parrot Cut, Macaw Cl., Glass Shack Is seeking to employ a

Aviation Drive, Down Town, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

MUSICIAN

To play all the instruments in the church, also to lead and promote the band.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-241-5922

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19782

EASY WAY EMPLOYMENT

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 341-9646 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19804

ANDY JONES

Bible Street, Back of Mara Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE MAN

• Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs and heating and air conditioning system.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 243-8890

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19843

MENELIK ATWOOD

DOMESTIC WORKER

PASSION BEAUTY SALON

Unit #204 Alice & Alice Plaza, Airport Road

SUPERVISOR - $750 WEEKLY

Braiding, perming and supervising the salon and products.

CONTACT: 649-333-1236

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 19846

• General house cleaning, sweeping, mopping, dusting, laundry and washing windows.

• Must be willing to work 5-6 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 242-3005

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19845

GOOD TASTE WHOLESALE AND RETAIL #87 Bar Walkin Gas Retail Station Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER • Lifting boxes, stocking shelves.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 246-5189 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19822 PRESTON CHURCHILL HARRIS #57 Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

SECURITY OFFICER

ALPHA BUILDERS LTD Follow blueprints and building plans. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

Contact: 232-9702

19823

Club Med Turkoise, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of our clients

CARPENTER - $13 HOURLY

Belongers can also apply to the Labour Department for positions.

NOBLE SECURITY

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Iron Cl, Blue Hills

Contact: 649-242-8792 Email: bassett-27@hotmail.com 19820

BAKER

• Applicant must be qualified, honest and reliable and willing to work.

• Baking cakes, decorating and teaching children in our community.

Salary: $8 hourly

December 14-20, 2019

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

ADRIAN CLAIRVANO MASON Technical Drive, Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

To lean and prepare the job site and using a variety of tools, also to load and unload materials. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-343-0419

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19783

LABOURER

• Clean yard and minor maintenance.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-8830

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19781

D & M CONSULTANCY West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

JANITOR

Duties:- Daily cleaning and Periodic checks of offices, Restroom and conference Room, ensure supplies are Stocked and issued. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 333-1674

Belongers are asked to submit A copy of their resume to the Labour Office. This is a first Time work permit application.

19838

MENZIES HEALTH PRACTICE 5A WINDWARD DRIVE, PROVIDENCIALES Turks and Caicos Islands

Ophthalmologist

• FRCOphth or equivalent qualification required and at least 5 years post qualification experience.

• Both hospital and surgical experience required.

• Perform complete medical and surgical eye care treatment.

• Salary commensurate with experience, part or full time $50k-$120k.

• All applicants must be able to register with TCI Medical Council.

• First time permit.

Please send CV’s to menziesead@ gmail.com or Fax 649-946-4242

19852

RANDY M. EWING

#51 Palms Well Drive, Leeward Palms, Providenciales Is seeking a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Cleaning outside the property which includes weeding, sweeping, picking yard waste, disposal of trash and cleaning windows.

• Require to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-3015

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19828

WANDA ARIZA BREEZY BRAE Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores. Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-1738

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder.

19832

OLEM SEIDE ISLAND DRYWALL FINISH Timber Crest, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

• Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $9.50 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1944

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19850

December 14-20, 2019 ER CLEANING

28 Oyster Lane, The Bight, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, and other work.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 333-1246

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19827

SOWING SEEDS LEARNING CENTER Norway, Five Cays, Provo Is seeking to employ a

QUALIFIED TEACHER

For teaching upholstery and building of furniture to the youths and adults of our community.

Salary: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 331-8531

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19800

ALLAN PARKER North Back Salina Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

2 BARMAID

Duties: Mix and Serve drinks and Cocktails, keep bar and Table areas clean. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 341-1407

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. These Are first time work permit applications.

19837

SOLOMON ALTIDOR Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-6432

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This a First time work permit application.

19834

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

DOUGLAS COX

#88 Musgrove Cl, Kew Town Is seeking a

LABOURER

• Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 246-0914

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19819

DANIEL ADAMS

New Subdivision, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• To do general house work such as washing, ironing, cooking and cleaning.

• Applicant must be honest, reliable and willing to work.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 242-0832

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19801

MASON

J & W CONSTRUCTION LTD Unit#9 Storage Office Building Long Bay Road, 231-4519

LABOURER & PAINTER

All positions are currently held by work permit holders.

Qualified Belongers may apply with Labour Department.

19840

LAURA MCRAE

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

NW Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-4162

Belongers are encouraged to Submit a copy of their resume To the Employment Services Office. This is a first time application.

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This a First time work permit application.

NOEL T. SKIPPINGS

MOLIANE DORLEANS RICHARD

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning windows and Doors.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-9892

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is first time work permit application.

19835

Rate: $6:50hr Description: Assist with bathing, medication and transport

CONTACT: 946-7112

Interested candidate may contact the employer at 342 8945 regarding employment. All application must be submitted through the Labour Department

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department

19842

CONTACT: 344-9330

- Starting Salary $6.50 - $9.00 per hour Clean construction sites & Painting, mix paint etc.

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

to cook, clean and served customers on a daily basis. Hours of work are eight (8) hours per day, five-days per week. Position is vacant and Belonger are encourage to apply.

Starting salary is $6.50 per hour.

CARETAKER (RENEWAL)

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $200 weekly

- Salary $8-10.00 per hour lay blocks, apply marble Crete, plastering

19836

1) KITCHEN HELPER

Pelican Road, Whitby North Caicos

NANNY

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION

Wilson Circle #11 , Blue Hills, Phone: 346-0002

CONTACT: 347-1416

PELICAN BEACH HOTEL

Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

act on behalf of its clients:

Duties: Performing a variety of Housekeeping chores such as Sweeping, mopping, dusting and Polishing to ensure all rooms are Made-up and kept tidy.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour

23 Silverado Road, South Dock, Providenciales Seeking employment for the following:

TRANCILIA CHARLES

THE HELP DESK

HURD S. HARVEY

BELIZARRE DELIVERY FOOD

CLOVER LEAF AGENCY

Central Avenue, Whitby North Caicos. 246-7382 On behalf of our clients

19839

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 346-2537

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder.

19833

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19821

TROPICANA UPHOLSTERY

VANS TIRE SHOP

708 BANANA BOAT, TURTLE COVE, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

BUILDING 381, INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, FIVE CAYS Is seeking a

BABYSITTER

TIRE REPAIRMAN - $10 HOURLY

• Must have experience in child care • Feed, bathe and watch child Salary: $6.50 per hour CONTACT: JULIANA 244-7033

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19830

Repair vehicle tubes and tires. balance tires for all vehicles, order patches and plugs for tires.

MECHANIC - $10 HOURLY

Inspecting and testing vehicles; engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

CONTACT: 232-7177

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board These positions are currently held by work permit holders

19802

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS CARIBBEAN MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED

INSURANCE/CORPORATE ASSISTANT Caribbean Management Services Limited is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Insurance/Corporate Assistant. Key responsibilities include: • Liaising with clients • Incorporation of insurance/corporate entities • Post-incorporation activities • Implementing AML requirements • Effectively communicating with the Financial Services Commission The successful candidate will have at a minimum an associate’s degree (or equivalent) in a business-related field and have at least three years corporate management experience with a corporate management firm. An additional professional qualification (such as STEP) would be an asset. The candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks accounting software and have strong analytical and organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. Salary will be dependent upon skills and experience and will be in the range of $33,000.00 per annum.

Turks and Caicos Islanders only need apply.

Applicants should send their details and résumés to the Managing Director at info@cmstci.com Closing date: 10th January 2020 19826

42 CLASSIFIEDS SANCHEZ AND WILLIAMS CAFE

Unit #5, 18 Old Airport Road Is seeking a

KITCHEN HELPER

• Preparing the work station for the cook.

Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-231-2397

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19851

December 14-20, 2019

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

WASTER CHERY

Subdivision Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-246-3271

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

D & B TIRES

830A Leeward Highway Providenciales. 242-9656

CLEANER

sweeping outside and inside the building, remove dirt and hazardous waste outside the office, clean door frames, clean windows, clean the outside wall,takes waste outside property Salary: 6.25 per hour.

RENEWAL BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

19844

P&D EMPLOYMENT

PIERRIK VINCENT MARZIOU

44A Prince of Wales drive, Leeward Gate 231-0309

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

property, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames, Cares for the garden on a daily basis.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

19855

19856

Acting on behalf of

CARIBBEAN CONSTRUCTION

PAULA’S BEAUTY SALON

Building #999 Leeward Highway

MASON - $8 HOURLY

Lay blocks and plastering.

TILE LAYER - $8 HOURLY Lay tiles.

FINISH CARPENTER - $8 HOURLY Make furniture and cut wood.

Contact: 33-3696

Sam’s Building Complex, Down Town

COSMETOLOGIST - $8 HOURLY

shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

Contact: 346-2239

CL LANDSCAPING SERVICES

Lower Bight Road, Providenciales

DEBORA YVONNE GARLAND

2 GARDENERS - $6.25 HOURLY

Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching and etc.

Turtle Creek, Discovery Bay

LABOURER - $6.25 HOURLY

2 LABOURERS - $6.25 HOURLY

Clean yard and cut grass.

Contact: 242-6376

Cleaning properties.

Contact: 345-7518

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

19847

VISTA DEVELOPMENT LTD

OKEANOS CHARTERS

GROUP REPRESENTATIVE MANAGER

WAKE BOARD AND WATER SKI TEACHER

is looking for a

Is seeking to employ a

RELATIONSHIP MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Building positive relationships with customs.

• Assisting with generating new business.

• Identifying opportunities for greater profits.

Salary ranges commensurate with experience, and qualifications, from $36,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week).

JOB BRIEF

We are looking for a Group Representative Relationship Manger to build and preserve trusting relationships with our customers. We’ll rely on you to find ways to outperform our competition and maintain our company’s positive image.

To succeed in this role, you should be an excellent communicator, able to work with sales and marketing teams and build rapport with customers. We also expect you to be a strategic thinker with an analytical mind and strong problem-solving skills.

Ultimately, you’ll maintain strong relationships with our company’s clients to boost our brand and profits in the long-run.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• • • • • • • •

Understand customer needs and develop plans to address them.

Identify key staff in client companies to cultivate profitable relationships.

Resolve customer complaints quickly and effectively.

Forward upselling and cross-selling opportunities to the sales team.

Promote high-quality sales, supply and customer service processes.

Aim to preserve customer and renew contracts.

Approach potential and renew contracts.

Gain solid knowledge of competitors.

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

TCI PROGRESSIVE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Serving the household.

Contact: 231-6991 Acting on behalf of

Luxury Car Rental

Applicant may submit their application at c/o WB Financial Group, Regent Village West, Suite H205, PO Box 137, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Contact: 649-333-7889

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Please send full CV, letter of application, teaching certificates and police check to Joshua Williams at jw@ okeanoscharters.com | Tel: 649 333 6328. Website: www.okeanoscharters.com 19849

4 BUTLERS - $10 HOURLY

Must be fluent in Russian and English to target eastern European Investors.

• Proven experience as a client relationship manager.

• Knowledge of customer relationship management (CRM) practices.

• Experience in sales or customer service is preferred.

• Problem-solving attitude.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Attitude for fostering positive relationships.

• Teamwork and leadership skills.

• Customer-oriented mindset • BSc/BA in Business Administration or similar field.

• BA degree in International Relations.

Salary starting is $4,000 per month. Hours of work are 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday.

19760

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should hold a BWSW (British Water Skiing and Wakeboarding) or similar water sport teaching qualification and should have at least two years’ experience working as a ski or wake board teacher, working with young children. Holding a Boat Captain’s license would be a bonus.

The advertised position is a new position due to company expansion. We invite prospective applicants who are Turks Islanders to send copies of their applications to Okeanos Charters and to The Immigration Board.

#35 Leeward Palms, Providenciales

REQUIREMENTS

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Teach individual children and adults wake boarding and water skiing • Run water sports camps after school, weekends, and during school holidays

#25 Leeward Palms, Providenciales

4 LABOURERS - $7 HOURLY Car washing.

Contact:241-3019

TOUCH OF CLASS BEAUTY SALON

TRINITY INTERNET CAFÉ

2 COSMETOLOGISTS

LABOURER

#60 AIRPORT ROAD, UNIT #1 is seeking a

• Hair Dressing- which includes: Washing and relaxing hair, blowouts, Sew-Ins coloring hair and styling hair.

• To work 6 days a week Salary: 300 weekly

Across from Mary Jane Lane, Blue Hills

- $6.50 HOURLY Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames.

CONTACT:331-8563

CONTACT: 244-0469

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19723

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 18967

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19720

SAMUEL WILSON

ANGE +A

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY

#5 TROPICAL STREET, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

- 246-7382 Acting on behalf of clients

SALES PERSON

Long Bay, Providenciales

THE SOURCE LIVE IN CHEF

#12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Helping customers in making choices and assisting them to locate items they want to buy. Providing info about products they are interested in and must have knowledge of service and products.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

- $2,500.00 per month Supervise Kitchen, Plan menu and food preparation New position

BABYSITTER

• Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 442-2633

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19734

BRITTANY SMITH

Pepper Town, Bottle Creek North Caicos (renewal) $6.25 hour Entrusted with childcare, hygiene and health

19739

CONTACT: 342-2511

19741

December 14-20, 2019

T&W AUTO

ANTONIO FULFORD

MECHANIC - $9 HOURLY

Service and fix vehicles at the mechanic shop on a daily basis. To work five-days per week.

CAR BODY REPAIR - $9 HOURLY

Interested candidate may contact the employer at 342 4950 regarding employment.

All application must be submitted through the Labour Department. Belongers are encourage to apply 19854

FRANKLYN SMITH

DUNCOMBES ALLEY Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

23 Silverado Road, South Dock, Providenciales

Panel beating and spraying - General repair of vehicles.

To work five-days per week.

CLASSIFIEDS 43

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS SALT CAY, Turks and Caicos Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning windows and Doors.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Clean house and shop.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 2326969 OR 341-7079

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19688

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This Is a first time work permit application.

CONTACT: 241-6243

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

19683

19681

WENDY LAFLEUR

Puritan Higgs Apt #2, Glass Shack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 245-6940

#53, P. O. Box 68, Blue Mountain, providenciales 231-0337

MOLD LABOUR

mixing materials. Salary $8.00 per hour

TONY’S FORBES

#19 Kimberling, dock yard 345-8613

BARTENDER

9681

SECURITY OFFICER

Secures premises and patrolling property Salary $.7.50 per hour

ASHWOOD R. FORBER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

PLATINUM SECURITY

TILE LAYER CUT

#8 leeside ave long bay 232-

Mary Jane, Blue Hills, 341-4502

tiles and shape Salary $8.00 per hour.

ELIE’S LANDSCAPING CLEANING SERVICES

PAINTER

(Painting Buildings & maintenance) $10 hourly, 232-7124 Bay Road, Blue Hills, Obas Yard #3 Position held by work permit holder

COCONUT GROVE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

CLEANER

to clean up Restaurant 6 DAYS $6.75Per Hour, 2412550 Five Cays Road, 2005 Plaza, Blg#4 Position held by work permit holder

KENYATTA I. FORBES

LABOURER

(YARD MAINTENANCE) $7hourly, 241-7878 Unit #1 bible Street, Blue Hills Vacant Position

NANNY (CHILD CARE)

KITCHEN HELPER (Prep the kitchen for chef) $7 hourly, 343-2420 21 Airport Rd, Elite Plaza #3 Vacant Position

HAIRTASTIC BEAUTY SUPPLY STORE

COSMETOLOGIST

(Cosmetic treatment to hair, skin & nails ) 631 Blue Hills, $8 per hour 3441778-Position Held by Work Permit Holder

IJ BAR & RESTAURANT

ASSISTANT COOK

(Assist Chef with food prep) $8 per hour- Asst. Cook, 241-0576 CHEF (Cook Food) $10 hourly #31 Millennium Highway Blue Hills, Provo VACANT POSITION

PASAPA

CLEANER

(clean store 6 days a week) $6.75 hourly, 246-1249 #21 Back Rd, Blue Hills, Provo VACANT POSITION

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder. 19681

SOPHIA SIMMONS

OLIVER J. BEEN

Duties: Performing a variety Of housekeeping chores such As sweeping, mopping, dusting, And polishing to ensure all rooms are made-up and kept tidy.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

#8 Stammers Run, Blue Hills 243-0009 preforming maintenance repair.

Salary $6.25 per hour 14 Caribbean paradise inn, Grace Bay 946-5186

CONTACT: 347-1273

KITCHEN HELPER

clean kitchen areas and wash dishes salary $ 7.00 per hour 19725

DELICIOUS DISHES

CONTACT: 441-4005

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is a First time work permit application.

HOUSEKEEPER

PHARA L. MIDI

Belonger are encouraged to apply to the labour board. These position is currently held by work permit holder

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

Salt Cay, TCI Is seeking to employ a

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ

COYABA RESTAURANT

STEEL UNLIMITED

DOMESTIC WORKER

19680

19684

maintains walls, sidewalks, salary $8.00

taking orders and serving drinks.

SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 241-1529

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Is a First time work permit application.

LABOURER

MASON

KAMALA ROBERTS

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-0224

7A The Lower Bight, Providenciales 649-244-3420

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

$6.75 hourly, 343-7070 Kew Town, Yard Marise Apt#2 Vacant Position

BREEZY BRAE, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

ACTING ON BEHALF OF

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION,

JOHN L. GODET

Osborne Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

WASTER CHERY

GEORGINA D. LIGHTBOURNE

Belongers are asked to submit A copy of their resume to The Employment Services Office. This is a first time Work Permit Application.

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking and cleaning windows and Doors.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-6712

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

19676

19682

GORDON ELECTRIC

Electrical Supervisor work permit holder

• Lead, motivate, monitor and oversee a team of electricians to ensure they produce quality work.

• Provide technical guidance regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems.

• Ensure all safety standards and compliance codes are upheld, schedule and train workers, and maintain equipment.

• Troubleshoot electrical problems and plan and improve electrical and circuitry layouts. Purchase supplies, ensure adequate inventory, plan budgets, prioritize purchases, prepare cost estimates and document their purchases.

• Keep records of electrical operations, payrolls and timesheets.

• Willing to work weekends and Holidays • Rate $16.00 per hour and up

Plumber Supervisor – work permit holder

• Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in assembly, installation, and repair of pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water supply, and waste disposal systems for buildings: Trains new workers.

• Inspects work in progress and completed work to determine conformance to specifications.

• Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials • Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids • Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation • Assembles fittings and valves for installation • Modifies length of pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing materials as needed for a building • Rate $16.00 per hour and up Address: 34 Williams Plaza , Old Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Contact 946-4726 Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and drop off at the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

19741

HYACINTH BEEN 104 WALTER COX DRIVE, KEW TOWN Is seeking a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 244-1490

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19713

HAIRBRAIDING BEACH M.P #1030 THE BIGHT, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER

• Braiding clients’ hair in different styles.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-7087

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19690

ISLAND NETWORK

G.W.H CONSTRUCTION 27 Parrot Cut, Discovery Bay

10 CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, clean worksite, and take down bracing and scaffolding.

Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 347-8287

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19687

ADVERTISE

Chancery Court, 1276 Leeward Highway, Providenciales. Is seeking a

LECTURER FOR HOLISTIC STUDIES REQUIREMENTS: • Studies in humanistic transpersonal therapy.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience.

• Metaphysic in the human energy field.

• Hold lectures on meditation and human energy alignment healthy lifestyle Salary $7.50 Per hour + commission

19318

Contact Darlene Hudson: 941-5605

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

December 14-20, 2019

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

IN THIS SPACE!

GUERLINE PIERRELOUIS JOSEPH

#37 After Rodney Adams, Snake Hills Avenue, Blue Hills

MAINTENANCE WORKER - $8 HOURLY

fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs and heating and air conditioning system

CONTACT-331-3887

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19719

KELLY MERLISSA MISSICK NORTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

ONLY

$33 PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

CONTACT: 246-6044

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19655

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

GARNET JOLLY

Long Bay Hills, Long Bay Is seeking a

LABOURER

• Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2307

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19675

PLUMBER - $7.50 HOURLY

Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation.

CONTACT: 232-2569

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 19701

This position requires working long hour’s nights and days public holidays and weekends Salary range based on experience

For more information on job descriptions, please contact info@pelicanbaytci.com or 431-1689

Please call for an appointment, bring along your resume and resident status 19671

CONTACT: 231-6423

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19677

SUNRISE CAFÉ

WAITRESS

SPOTLESS CLEANING SERVICES 23 Parade Ave, Town Centre Building, Providenciales, TKCAIZZ Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment. Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing. Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 242-2495

CONTACT: 649-331-0818

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19711

19692

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones; and plasters.

Erect scaffolding, lay out tools and pass to workers, cleanup work sites, clean and put away tools. Take down scaffolding at the end of the day. Assist mason and carpenters.

Mix mortar.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

Five Cays Road, Five Cays Is seeking a

CONTACT: 244-1361

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

MASON - $7.50 HOURLY

LABOURER

• The successful applicant should possess a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field including • Applicant must be able to host and execute banquets up to 150 • Responsible for the selection of wines as costing and menu print • Use of micros POS system, Applicant should be able to both operate and program the POS. • Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following, and enforcing sanitation standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; securing revenues; developing and implementing disaster plans; maintaining security and sprinkler systems, parking lot and walkways.

• Maintains ambiance by controlling lighting, background music, linen service, glassware, dinnerware, and utensil quality and placement; monitoring food presentation and service.

BABYSITTER

• Duties to include monitoring baby, keeping house clean and washing.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week 7:30am – 6:00pm.

Salary: $280 weekly

Tom Lightbourne Street, Blue Hills

Overback, Grand Turk. Is seeking a

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

LEXA CONSTRUCTION

Salomon Altidor S&B Construction

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

EVANIA WILLIAMS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder19728

SAMUEL HARVEY #13 Parade Ave, Down Town Is seeking to employ

LABOURER $7 HOURLY

• To assist carpenter and clean worksite.

• To work 44 hours per week.

CONTACT: 231-0098 EMAIL: SAMHARVEY96@ HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19699

SECURITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES TDMG BUILDING, SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking a

SECURITY OFFICER

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 3317676 OR 331-7678

19722

44 CLASSIFIEDS

ERIC SMITH

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Mix mud.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CLASSIFIEDS 45

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Environmental Arts Irrigation Ltd 65 Beachwood Grace Bay

IRRIGATION LABOUR

CONTACT: 231-0167

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19702

Irrigation labor wanted for manual labor such as digging trenches, holes, cleaning irrigation tanks, moving equipment, moving soil, cleaning and assisting technicians on other duties as require.

Salary 6.25/hr This position is held by a work permit.

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department. 649941-5579 19694

TASTY SWEETS

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: • Assists with food preparation.

• Cleans/washes all kitchen appliances and work surfaces.

• Cleans all food handling, food storage area.

• Removes all garbage from kitchen.

• Maintains kitchen, floor, tables in a clean and dry condition at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: • Secondary Level Education in Food Preparation • Must have at least 3 years experience in a food service establishment.

• Strong interest in food.

• Ability to carry out tasks quickly and competently.

• Ability to follow instructions.

• Good spoken communication skills.

Salary rate is $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: Tel: 649-2432869 Email: islandbikes@hotmail.com BELONGERS are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19685

OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION LTD. WATERLOO PLAZA COMPLEX, GRAND TURK, TCI. is looking for

COMMERCIAL MANAGER Must have at least 25 years experience

SKILL SET INCLUDES: • Analyze sales, rates, sub-contractors and other reports.

• Assess risks and make recommendations based on a thorough analysis of all factors involved in a business situation. Updating and maintaining all commercial practices.

Reporting on projects financial performance.

• Salary Range: $80K - $110K per annum

CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISORS

• BS Civil Engineering Graduate • Must have at least 10 years experience in construction industry. Responsible in construction management and implementation, organizing & co-facilitating sessions dealing project planning and scheduling, including time impact analysis, etc.

• Salary Range: $30K - $36K per annum

MASONS

• Plastering, mixes mortar, lays bricks and stones, able to mix cement. Reads and follow blueprints, etc.

• Salary: $9.00 per hour

TILE SETTERS

• Cutting and laying tiles. form tile beds using concrete, plaster, mastic, cement, glue or mortar, etc.

• Salary: $9.00 per hour

CARPENTERS / FINISHING CARPENTERS

• Prepare drawings for cabinetry, framing and other construction projects on-site. Build cabinets, vanities, tub and shower surrounds, Install cabinets, counters and molding, etc. Reads and follow blueprints.

• Salary: $9.00 per hour

CONTACT: Tel: 649-946-1278 / Fax:649-946-1101 / Email: info@olympic.tc Positions currently held by work permit holders BELONGERS are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

IRRIGATION SUPERVISOR

• Assemble, draft, edit, and review reports, customer quotes, and technical documents.

• Communicate scheduling changes and relevant infrastructure shifts to affected staff.

• Provide technical support to other departments, including internet searches, materials sourcing and quality assurance.

• Coordinate and track project

•

•

• •

MAINTENANCE MAN

progress and schedules.

Information reportingCommunicate with clients and staff both verbally and electronically.

Identify system issues and propose resolutions and inform clients and Maintenance Manager Industrial BA Certificate Salary 400-450 / week base on experience and qualification

This is a position currently been hold by a Work permit Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department. Contact: 941-5579

P.N.K

KITCHEN HELPERS

#2 SOUTH DOCK ROAD, PRVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

65 Beachwood Grace Bay

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Palm Grove, Grand Turk. is seeking applications for:

EBS BROKERAGE

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS IRRIGATION LTD

MASON

• Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs and heating and air conditioning system.

Salary: $400 weekly

CONTACT: 941-8185

19695

December 14-20, 2019

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19660

RICHARD DICKENSON

South Backsalina, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos

CARETAKER NEEDED

CONTACT: 246-9786

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19696

One Care Take needed I Grand Turk.

Work period five (5) to seven (7) days a week.

Selected person is expected to assist in the caring of a single individual on a daily bases.

Rate at $6.75 per hour.

Contact (649) 246 2924 for more information.

This position is for a first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department 19552

DREAM HOUSE CONSTRUCTION Lower Bight, Before Beaches, Leeward Highway

PLUMBER - $15 HOURLY

Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials. Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation.

CONSTRUCTION FOREMAN - $20 HOURLY

Giving instructions, setting up bricks for employees, setting up work schedule.

4 STEEL MEN - $10 HOURLY

Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures. Cut, position, and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete. Make, weld, and cut structural metal in fabricating shops.

2 TILE LAYERS - $9 HOURLY

install materials on a variety of surfaces, such as floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks. Level the surface to be tiled with a layer of mortar or plywood.

CARPENTER - $10 HOURLY

Follow blueprints and building plans. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

2 CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS - $6.50 HOURLY

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, clean construction site, and take down bracing and scaffolding.

5 MASONS - $12.50 HOURLY

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters

CONTACT: 331-6999

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19718

46 CLASSIFIEDS

December 14-20, 2019

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

VACANCIES

TWO MONKEYS

ABOVE THE REST CLEANING SERVICE is looking for

FOUR (4) CLEANERS RESPONSIBILITIES: • Created an efficient cleaning routine • Demonstrate the ability to work independently • Properly use general cleaning chemicals and equipment • Salary $10.00 per hour Please note that belongers are encouraged to send their resume to the Labour Board. FIRST TIME WORK PERMIT CONTACT INFORMATION:

Renae McPhee #13 Mary Jane Lane, Unit 3, Blue Hills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands 1-649-332-1056 or email: rmcphee11@gmail.com

Acting on behalf of

Unit #3 451 South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

ADVERTISE

IN THIS SPACE!

COOK • Setting up workstations with all needed

ingredients and cooking equipment.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $8 hourly

ONLY

$33 PER WEEK

Contact: 242-3131 Email: twomonkeystci@gmail.com

CALL 946-4664

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19714

ERB CONSTRUCTION 4B North Side, Provo

TILE LAYER

- $7-$12 hourly Put tile, ceramic, etc.

Contact: 331-1067

ROAD SIDE QUALITY TRADING 576 Blue Hills Apt #6

SALE CLERK - $7 HOURLY

Receive cash, put price on items, etc.

Contact: 347-2093 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board work permit renewal 19593

CAICOS EXPRESS AIRWAYS LTD.

19766

LAND FOR SALE 1.3 ACRE LAND ON OCEAN DRIVE, TURTLE TAIL WITH ELEVATION

Requires a

PILOT WITH THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: • Total time 1200 hours minimum • 600 hours multi-engine • 200 hours on Type C402 • License: Commercial Pilot • Multi-engine and Instrument ratings • Radiotelephone license

• First Class medical certificate • Should be between 25 – 40 years old • Salary ranges between $2,300.00 - $3,000.00 commensurate with experience • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays

Please deliver cover letter, resume’s and qualifications to Head Office at Southern Shores Building, Leeward Highway, fax resumes to (649) 941 3864 or email to info@caicosexpressairways.com Deadline for receiving resumes is Monday, 16th December 2019.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Interested Turks & Caicos Islanders are encouraged to make application with the Labour Department.

19738

CALL 1-649-231-3788 FOR MORE INFO. HUMPHREY PROSPERE BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

ISABEL ADAMS

THE RIDGE, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning yard disposing of Refuse, cleaning construction sites.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-0090

CONTACT: 231-1067

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Is a Renewal of application.

19708

CORE MOBILITY DBA SIXT RENT-A-CAR

CHARLES EQUIPMENT RENTAL Granny Hill, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

19707

Blue Heron Drive, South Dock Is seeking to employ a

CAR RENTAL SALES AGENT-$6.50 HOURLY

• Checking in Guests.

• Car rental store fares.

• Delivering and receiving vehicles.

• Must be Bilingual (Spanish preferred).3x CONTACT: 941-3966 EMAIL: RESERVATIONS@SIXT.TC Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19697

SOUTH DOCK RIDGE, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPING HELPER

• Must have working knowledge of English and French.

• Reliable character with letters of recommendation.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 2419411 OR 941-8405

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19791

CARL & KETTELLY MOORE #21 JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER - $6.25 HOURLY

Clean the yard, windows, vehicles. Weed and cut grass.

Take care of donkey.

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 HOURLY

LABOURER

Cleaning.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 246-7824

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19609

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

ANNIEST C. HAMILTON-RAPPEL

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

CONTACT: 231-6145

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work permit renewal 19703

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES! The Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill several vacancies.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 23 DECEMBER 2019

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Department: Finance Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $59,552.50 – $68,982.50 JOB SUMMARY

The holder of this position will report to the Director of Finance. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with statutory financial compliance, compliance with international financial reporting standards and collecting, reviewing, analyzing and reporting of data from all departments. The post holder will be required to supervise staff.

Details on the above vacancies can be found on the Commission’s website at https:// tcifsc.tc/vacancies/ or by contacting the Commission at telephone numbers 649-9462550 or 649-946-2791 ext. 4002 or 4021.

Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than 23 December 2019. A copy of the application should be submitted to the Employment Services Department by emailing to CHbacchus@gov.tc and MCadams@gov.tc.

Applications received after the application deadline may not be considered in this recruitment phase but may be placed on file for future reference. While we appreciate your response, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

December 14-20, 2019 A1 AUTO TACT

#13 Parade Ave, Down Town

AIR-CONDITIONING TECHNICIAN

To service, install central & split unit. Design AC Duct installation Salary: $12 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0098

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19704

ALBERT HIGGS

ALLISON JUNE INGHAM

LABOURER

LABOURER

PELICAN BEACH DRIVE, WHITBY, NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a • Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1683 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19676

DARYL BAXTER

108 Yellow Elder Street, Leeward Palms Providenciales 649-232-5603 mobile 7 days

LIVE IN NANNY

$250 week Monitor 3 year old child and light house cleaning duties This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Laborer Department

19705

3 CARPENTERS Follow blueprints and building plans. Install

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning yard disposing of Refuse, cleaning construction sites. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-1556

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

19706

CORE RESOURCES

AUTO MECHANIC - $10 HOURLY • Specialize in diesel vehicles and servicing, completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

• To work 6 days a week.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19698

structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials Salary: $6.25 hourly

1 DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning the construction site Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 332-2067

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work permit renewals 19700

HOMAGE VARIETY STORE Five Days subdivision

CLEANER $6.25 HOURLY

Renewal cleaning the house, wash,iron,cook and care for 4 children

TELEPHONE341-1977

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Renewal 19272

POSITION AVAILABLE:

DOCK MASTER

REQUIREMENTS

• General Maintenance /

OFFICE ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES

• • • • • • • • •

Organize office and assist associates in ways that optimize procedures Sort and distribute communications in a timely manner Create and update records ensuring accuracy and validity of information Schedule and plan meetings and appointments Monitor level of supplies and handle shortages Resolve office-related malfunctions and respond to requests or issues Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, customers and colleagues Perform receptionist duties when needed

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience as a back-office assistant, office assistant, virtual assistant or in another relevant administrative role • Knowledge of “back-office” computer systems (ERP software) • Working knowledge of office equipment • Thorough understanding of office management procedures • Excellent organizational and time management skills • Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving • Salary $12.50 per hour Please note that belongers are encouraged to send their resume to the Labour Board.

FIRST TIME WORK PERMIT

Contact Information: #13 Mary Jane Lane Unit #2, Blue Hills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands 1-649-332-1056 or email: rmcphee11@gmail.com 19765

Plumbing, Electrical, Painting etc.

• Multilingual – (Preferred) • General understanding of boats • Energetic, with exceptional customer service skills WORK SCHEDULE Expected to work 5 days a week, including weekends

We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of a

DIESEL MECHANIC REQUIREMENT:

CAICOS MARINA AND SHIPYARD

DOCK MASTER DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Oversee operations of Berthing, mooring and storage • Maintain, Clean Docks • Monitor, Sell fuel • Assist Dockage Clientele

is looking for an

CONTACT: 941-3966 EMAIL: RESERVATIONS@SIXT.TC

DMR GROUP HOLDINGS LTD.

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

MCFAM HR CONSULTING

HOSPITAL ROAD, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

BLUE HERON DRIVE, SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

121 Blue Mountain Road, Horizon House Unit B, Leeward Highway

3 MASONS

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and public holidays.

Pay Schedule: Hourly pay starting at $10.00 per hour APPLICATION: Applications are invited from suitably qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders and copies of same should be submitted to the Labour Board. This position is currently vacant.

Applications must be submitted in writing and delivered to Caicos Marina and Shipyard, Long Bay Highway, Providenciales. Or send via email at info@caicosmarina.com. Persons may also contact us via telephone at 649 946 5600.

19673

• • • • •

Minimum of 15 years experience in mechanical equipment.

Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work Must be available for emergency maintenance calls at nights and weekends.

Must submit a clean driver’s license Minimum of high school passes in English and Mathematics or any other technical subject (Preference given to certification in plumbing) • Must be able to Order and Receive Parts from oversees • Must be able to speak fluent English language • Equipment and Facilities Maintenance as it relates to Stevedoring Work at the Port of Provienciales and/or the Port of Grand Turk: • Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance plan for Stevedoring equipment recommendation.

• Ensure equipment are in good repair and available to support operation needs and requirement and coordinate with terminal manger as needed.

• Assist with the training of equipment operators on proper use of equipment and pre/ post operation maintenance checklist.

• Assist with the safe keeping of equipment including working with operations managers on equipment key assignment.

• Liaise with the vendors on the procurement of parts and services required to keep equipment in good repair.

• Maintain equipment usage log.

• Maintain inventory of spare parts.

• Custodian for all equipment maintenance records and ensures that records are maintained consistent in a manner approved by management.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO:

• Repair and maintain fixtures, replacing or mending broken machinery • Attend Emergency call out after hours when necessary • Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor Salary Range: US$18.00 - $18.96 per hour

All applications must be submitted by December 30th 2019

Human Resources Manager Provo Stevedoring Ltd., P.O. Box 921, South Dock Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: (649) 946-4828. Email: cagreene@provostevedoring.com

19762

48 CLASSIFIEDS VARLDYSHA COLLECTION Complex Center unite 2 Leeward Highway looking for

5 TAILOR’S Makes, measures, repairs, alter clothing, Especially men clothing Sewing and pressing salary $8.00 per hour must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 1-649-345-8326

this position is for a first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department. 19742

BEVERLEY ANN SIMMONS

PALM GROVE, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

GRAND SOUVENIRS Grand Turk Cruise Center Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking and cleaning windows and Doors.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-6058

CONTACT: 232-6296

19743

VILLA BASHERT LIMITED

GARDENER The General Duties will include but not limited to sweeping, keeping the grounds clean, maintaining the plants, adding water, fertilizer, etc and other reasonable duties as directed by supervisor. Must be flexible, willing to work weekends, holiday and late if necessary. Must be pleasant, honest and speaks English.

Salary starts at: $6.25 hourly, 6 days per week.

CONTACT: 232-7791

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board, This position is a first time work permit holder.

19750

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To The Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a Work permit holder.

19737

OLWICK NEAT

#23 BACK ROAD, MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

To braid guest hair on the Grace Bay Beach from 10am3pm.

HANDYMAN - $6.75 HOURLY

To clean yard, move garbage and fix anything that need to be fix on the house from 9am to 2pm.

Salary: $6.75 hourly

CONTACT: 341-4384

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19712

RENT A BUGGY

• Keep rental area clean at all times • Assist with guest luggage if and when need • Other duties assign by management • To work 6 days per week Salary: $6.75 per hour

Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

Contact: 441-0268

TEN &SANCHEZ LTD

#12 Bronze Lane, Long Bay

MASON - $8 HOURLY

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19758

CONTACT: 649-243-2357

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19716

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Cleaning mopping Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 341-1406

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Is a First time work permit application.

19734

RUPERT E. ROBINSON

Robinson Street, Five Cays Providenciales Telephone: 243-5400 Pay: 6.25 per hour

HOUSEKEEPER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor making beds, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room area dusting.

First Time. Belonger will be given first preference

19754

ROSEMOND PHILISTIN

#3 Saint Gustin, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Please apply in writing to richhillprep@yahoo.com This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

19749

TROPICAL PALMS VILLA MANAGEMENT OXFORD CLOSE, COPPER JACK BAY Is seeking a

Mary Jane Lane, Blue Hills

HELPER - $7.50 HOURLY

MASON - $8 HOURLY

Whitby, North Caicos

KEY CLEANING CARWASH

CONTACT: 2431018 OR 247-1531

• Cleaning.

• To work at residence 8-5 Mon-Fri Salary: $6.25 hourly

NORTH BACK SALINA Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

To work in the school canteen. The person will be responsible for assisting with the cooking of meals, sanitation of the canteen and sharing of the meals to the children on a daily basis. Salary is $900 per month. The person will report directly to the principal or proprietor.

TRIPLE “S”

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Contact: 333-0209

DOMESTIC WORKER

Braiding, weaving, relaxing, coloring, haircuts, manicure, pedicure and eyebrows.

Salary: $7 hourly

KITCHEN HELPER

Washing cars and cleaning surroundings daily after work.

Contact: 331-8563

86 Black Crow Road, Kew Town

HAIRDRESSER

#26 Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

SANTILIA O. PARKER

• Inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

• To work in villas.

• Duties include cleaning, washing, making beds, etc.

• Need to be able to work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

SHABBAR DORVAL

GARDENER - $6.75 HOURLY

Cleaning yard of bushes, shrubs and keep all surroundings clean and clear, planting trees and flowers.

Contact: 241-4031

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

TECHNOPHONE #2 MORRIS PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER/ DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 649-247-8669 EMAIL: INFO@ TROPICALPALMSVILLATCI.COM

19761

CARPENTER - $8 HOURLY

JL WILLIAMS

Richmond Hill Preparatory School is looking for an experienced

Acting on behalf of sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Contact: 341-4752

MARINA VIEW SALON

Richmond Hill ● Providenciales ● Turks and Caicos Islands ● BWI Phone/Fax: (649) 946-4957 ● E-mail: richhillprep@yahoo.com

KECHIE

R GRAY CONTRACTING

CONTACT: 243-6552

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is position is currently held By a work permit holder.

19735

RICHMOND HILL PREPARATORY SCHOOL

This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encourage to submit their resume to the Labor Department Contact: RENT-A-BUGGY NIKIMO WILLIAMS 946-4158 rentabuggy.tc contact: 946-4158 19745

Duckling Lane, Juba Sound

CONTACT: 241-9892

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning windows and Doors.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is position is currently held By a work permit holder.

19736

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER $6.75 HOURLY

LEEWARD HIGHWAY. Seeking to hire a

LABOURER

LUIS PENA

North Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK LABOURER LABOURER

Duties: Greet customers, Assist customers, Dust and assist with displaying new stocks.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder.

HUGHETTE ASTWOOD

Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Cleaning mopping, Dusting, sweeping and Polishing and other household Chores.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

#455 Chalk Sound Drive. Is seeking to employ a

Duties includes: • Cleaning of vehicles for arriving guests • Cheek oil, tires etc. making sure vehicles is ready for renting • Ensure rentals are clean before and after guest departs

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Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Deadline December 23rd 2019

19730

CONTACT: 345-1036

19746

SANDY CONNELL-WILLIAMS Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

TECHNICIAN

Repairing phones, tablets, and computers.

Salary: $400 weekly

CONTACT: 442-0110

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19726

• General household chores, including laundry and ironing.

• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-6652

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19727

December 14-20, 2019

BLUE WATER EXCURSIONS

ARTHUR LIGHTBOURNE/T&C COOLING COMFORT

A/C TECHNICIAN

• Installing air conditioning systems, testing systems for proper functioning.

• Performing emergency repairs. Making routines adjustments.

• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Salary: $12 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0188

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19726

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • You will need to be fun, enthusiastic and contentious with a passion for working in

the water-ski industry.

• Previous experience working in a commercial club.

• Must have 5 years of experience.

• Will need to be able wakeboard or waterski to a reasonable level.

Salary: $9.50 hourly

MASON

To do construction work, which includes plastering and laying of concrete blocks. Salary: $13 hourly

Contact: 344-4226 Email: bluewatersexcursions@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TILE SETTER - $7 HOURLY

install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks. Level the surface to be tiled with a layer of mortar or plywood.

Contact: 232-3465

FATHER & SON CONSTRUCTION

Granny Hill, Five Cays

MASON - $9 HOURLY

Lay blocks and plastering.

Contact: 333-1237

Contact: 946-4536 or email info@winecellar.tc

LABOUR

DRIVER

Cleaning outside the property, Pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames, Cares for the garden on a daily basis.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

Transport water to various location. Receive call for water delivery service.

Collect payment from customers. Must maintain truck clean after working hours. Return receipt book to the office for processing.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference. 19755

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property, Pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames, Cares for the garden on a daily basis.

Salary: $6.25 per hour.

Renewal, Belonger will be given first preference. 19752

painting indoors and outdoors, painting exteriors and interiors of building using spray guns, brushes and rollers.

CARPENTER

responsible for constructing, installing,

erecting, and repairing fixtures and structures made from wood and other materials.

MASON

Smooth out concrete in segments to ensure the concrete poured in level. Arrange the concrete forms. Rub cement in with spongerubber float or burlap.

Steelman: Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures Salary: $8.00 to $9.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 649-241-5922

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 19732

MAKEUP ARTIST

Enhancing facial aesthetics through makeup, creating custom looks for clients.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 3348849 OR 341-3517

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19556

GOOD SERVICE FAST SOLUTIONS

GEORGINA TAYLOR

JANITOR

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

• Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $10 hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19715

NORTH SCHOOL ROAD, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 244-9044

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

19757

Renewal & first time Belonger will be given first preference.

STEVEDORE REQUIREMENT:

• • • •

Minimum of 3 years experience in Stevedoring work.

Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work.

Must be available for emergency calls and be able to work at nights and weekends.

Must be Crane Inspection and Certification Bureau certified (CICB) in Basic Safety and Riggings • Must be able to speak fluent English language

STEVEDORING WORK AT THE PORT OF PROVIDENCIALES AND/OR THE PORT OF GRAND TURK:

• • • • • • • • • •

Tie-up and release of ship shore lines.

Discharging of containers from ship.

Back loading of empty containers.

Discharging cement/blocks from ships.

Discharging of bulk aggregate and sand from ships.

Assist in Loading of full container loads (FCL) onto trucks.

Stocking palletized cargo.

Stocking empty units/containers.

Disposal of garbage and debris from ships and port facilities.

Assist with the maintenance and cleaning Equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO:

• Discharge and Backload all vessels • Mooring and Unmooring of all vessels • Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor Salary Range: US$12.00 – US$12.63 per hour

All applications must be submitted by December 30th, 2019.

19751

PAINTER

2 KITCHEN HELPERS

To assist in the kitchen with the cleaning and prep work. Salary: $6.50 hourly

We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of

BSL CONSTRUCTION

sweeping outside the building, remove dirt and hazardous waste outside the villas, clean door frames, clean windows, clean the outside wall,takes waste outside property

#3 First Floor, Sam’s Building, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

NICHOLAS LIVISTON WATKINS Norway road, Kew Town, Providenciales. 242-2989

# 5 Granny Hills, Five Cays, Providenciales. 242-1402

CLEANER

J&B TAKEOUT

GABRIEL UNISEX BEAUTY SALON

23 Reese St., Five Cays Is seeking

CONTACT: 342-0049

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 19717

This position is for work permit renewal however Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 19744

C&S PROFESSIONAL

Acting on behalf of our client

Unit #3 Carrighton Williams, Miracle Circle, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Snake Hills, Blue Hills

• Assist with offloading of containers • Assist with transporting inventory from containers to main warehouse • Stocking shelves with inventory and making sure they are clean at all times • Assist customers in and out of the store with merchandise • Ensure a clean and orderly workplace • Any other duties assigned by management Salary $6.50 per hour

#19, Kew Town, Timber cress, Providenciales 344-2416

19731

D&B TILES

LABOURER

OLIN’S WATERTTRUCK

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

Acting on behalf of

DUTIES INCLUDES:

ABDONALD PIERRE

CONTACT: 232-4160

EASY WAY EMPLOYMENT

#1025 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES

19753

Acting on behalf of ERB Construction LTD 10B North Side Close, Millennium Highway Is seeking to employ a

WAKEBOARD INSTRUCTOR

• Driving, coaching waterskiing and wakeboarding from beginner to an advanced level.

• Driving tubes and performing safety briefings.

DISCOUNT LIQUORS AND WINE CELLAR

#31 Phase 2, Blue Hills Providenciales. 341-1350

C&S PROFESSIONAL

#4 Cacique way, Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

19721

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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Sports Interational

UEFA and home nation FAs to push for changes to offside calls next season THE use of video assistant referees for marginal offside decisions could be amended next season if a joint bid by Uefa and the home nations’ football associations succeeds.

The European governing body’s president Aleksander Ceferin told the Times there were issues with the “precision” of artificial lines drawn on the pitch to help make decisions.

Uefa will work with the four associations, which each

has a vote on the board of lawmakers the International FA Board (Ifab).

Any changes to the laws would be made at Ifab’s annual general meeting in Belfast on 29 February.

There have been several controversial offside calls in the Premier League this season.

Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino had a goal ruled out against Aston Villa on 2 November after his armpit was

deemed to be offside.

The same reasoning was applied to Raheem Sterling’s effort for Manchester City against Chelsea on 23 November.

But some fans and pundits have said such tight calls are ruining the spirit of the game and handing an advantage to defenders.

Former England striker and Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker said after the Sterling decision: “I cannot

Raheem Sterling had a goal ruled out for a marginal offside against Chelsea last month.

stand what VAR is doing to the game... particularly with these nonsensically tight offside

calls that they can’t possibly be sure of one way or the other. Bin it.”

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT TROY BRENT WILLIAM

Five Cays Road, 649-3449085

DOMESTIC WORKER

Providing regular housekeeping; sweeping, mopping, laundry and cleaning dishes.

Salary $6.25 per hour

INSIGHT LTD

#5 Eddie Laporte Plaza, Academy Ave. Providenciales

KITCHEN HELPER

salary $6.25 per hour clean kitchen areas and wash

dishes and help workers who prepare or serve food and beverages.

Contact 399-9000

14 Caribbean paradise inn, Grace Bay Contact 946-5186

WAITER

BOX IT 2 ME

Taking costumer orders and delivering food and beverages.

Salary $7.00

CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICER

KAIZER ZIRM WOOD

Leeward highway, Kishco plaza unit #10

Provided advice and frontline expertise to internal committees in order to improve team.

Salary$6.50 per hour Contact:649-339-2694

COYABA RESTAURANT

1075A Leeward Highway 941-4575

DOMESTIC WORKER

Providing regular housekeeping; sweeping, mopping, laundry and cleaning dishes. $6.25 per hour

Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour board.

These position is currently held by work permit holder

19595

PROVIDENCE INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Accepting applications for

QUALIFIEAD AND EXPERIENCED TEACHERS REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be trained in Primary Education and/or a specialist area with at least a Bachelor’s degree • Must be able to diagnose various learning styles • Must have a minimum of six years teaching experience at the primary level • Must demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative and also as a team player • Must demonstrate best practices and utilize an individualized approach to learning • Must be able to utilize multiple intelligence strategies and create IEPs • Must have the ability and experience to

coordinate various school programs • Have taught at an International school and has experience with The Primary National Curriculum in England • Must be enthusiastic , creative and have excellent communication skills with a willingness to adapt to a dynamic learning environment

COMPENSATION:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experiences $24,000 to $36,000 per annum. Belongers are encouraged to apply.

Suitable applicants must submit resumes along with copies of qualifications and three character references one must be from the last International School taught.

Applications must be addressed to

The Principal, Providence International Academy TCI Eden Lane, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Or you may email: admin@piatci.com

Uefa cannot make changes to football laws but the Football Association, the Scottish Football Association, the Welsh Football Association and the Irish Football Association all have votes with Ifab.

At a meeting earlier this month, Ifab discussed the use of VAR and said there was “a growing demand for more immediate information about the referee’s final decision”.

Any changes to the law would also need to be agreed

by Fifa representatives, who also sit on the Ifab board.

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, Fifa’s new head of global football development, now has an influence at world football’s governing body.

PUBLIC NOTICE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDER STATUS APPLICATION Your application for grant of Turks and Caicos Islander Status under Section 4 (3) of the Turks and Caicos Islands lmmigration (Amendment) Ordinance 2015 was approved by the Minister of Border Control and Employment Services on 4th December 2019 with the following decision being made: “It approved the commencement of the procedures as set out in the Turks and Caicos Island Status (Amendment) Ordinance 2015 for the grant of Turks and Caicos Islander Status to Mr. Carlos Michell Duverge Bautista”

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Steve Kerr: Golden State Warriors were ‘wiped out’ after NBA Finals

The policy, which comes into effect in 2020, suggests players found to have taken cannabinoids have treatment procedures for alcoholrelated issues.

MLB: Marijuana removed from banned list after policy revision MARIJUANA is to be taken off Major League Baseball’s banned substances list, the governing body has announced.

The policy, which comes into effect in 2020, suggests players found to have taken cannabinoids have treatment procedures for alcohol-related issues.

It added players who test positive for opioids, fentanyl, cocaine and synthetic THC will be referred for treatment before possible discipline.

“The USA opioid epidemic is a concern,” MLB deputy chief Dan Halem said.

“It is our hope that this agreement - which is based on principles of prevention, treatment, awareness and education - will help protect the health and safety of our players.

“It is our collective hope that this agreement will help raise public awareness on the risks and dangers of opioid medications and contribute positively to a national conversation about this important topic.”

The revised policy comes months after the death of Los Angeles Angels pitcher Tyler Skaggs, 27, whose autopsy showed oxycodone, fentanyl and alcohol in his system.

(BBC)

THE Golden State Warriors have made five straight NBA Finals, but they’re now bottom of the table with the worst record in the league.

But head coach Steve Kerr thinks that, in a way, it might be a good thing.

Since 2014, the Warriors have been the poster-child among NBA franchises. They built their team through smart drafting and savvy off season moves, a blueprint that yielded three Larry O’Brien trophies in the past five seasons.

The star-studded core of players that helped them win those championships are now either injured, playing for a different team, or, in Kevin Durant’s case, both.

Kerr admits the lack of success this season may be a blessing in disguise for players like Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson.

“My sense is that this is, in a strange way, in an ironic way, it’s kind of a good thing for some of our key guys,” Kerr told CNN Sport’s Don Riddell.

Kerr, a five-time champion as a player, knows just how gruelling the NBA season can be, especially with the shortened off season for playoff teams.

“I made a comment after we lost to Toronto at the end of last year that we should just go on sabbatical for the year, go to Italy and sip wine,” said Kerr. “It did feel like our guys were just wiped out.

“I don’t know that anybody can

Steve Kerr (right in corner pic) is hoping for a turnaround when the Splash brothers return.

really fathom what it takes physically and emotionally to go to the Finals five straight years. It’s exhausting.

These guys put everything on the line for five straight years; just an incredible group, amazing competitive desire.”

While the Warriors aren’t comfortable with losing, Kerr knows this is an opportunity for his team to continue to grow. They got to the top of basketball with patience, and they aren’t going to stray from that anytime soon.

With Curry and Thompson both injured this season, young players for the Warriors have been forced to take on a larger load than they would have prior to the injuries.

Six of the Warriors’ top 10 scorers this season are 23 years old or younger and getting better every game.

“The whole point of this year is, let’s get healthy,” Kerr said. “Let’s really try to develop these young guys and see if we can fortify our roster and develop some players who can be a big part of our future.”

As bad as this season looks for the Warriors, there is reason for optimism in the bay area. With Curry and Thompson set to rejoin threetime All-Star Draymond Green and 23-year-old star D’Angelo Russell, the Warriors will surely have the talent to contend when healthy.

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Andy Ruiz Jr ‘a disgrace to boxing’ in loss to Anthony Joshua, says Frank Warren Andy Ruiz Jr “brought disgrace to himself” and boxing by being in “no fit state” to fight in his loss to Anthony Joshua, said promoter Frank Warren.

Ruiz Jr, 30, weighed 20st 3lb (283 lbs) for the fight in Saudi Arabia, more than three stone heavier than Joshua, who gained a wide points win to regain the IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles.

“This was ridiculous. When eyebrows were being raised at the weigh-in he literally was the elephant in the room,” said Warren, who promotes Tyson Fury but was not involved in this bout.

“Just because you’re a heavyweight it shouldn’t mean you don’t have an obligation to display a degree of athletic intention.

“Ruiz Jr brought disgrace to himself and the sport by failing to prepare to any sort of level. Joshua must’ve wondered which chin he was supposed to aibm for.”

The Mexican-American was a full stone heavier than he had been in his

Anthony Joshua has now won 23 of professional 24 fights, while Andy Ruiz Jr lost for the second time in 35 contests.

first fight against Britain’s Joshua in June, when Ruiz Jr caused an upset with a seventh-round stoppage victory.

However, after their second bout, he said “three months of partying” had left him in poor condition and that he “should’ve trained harder”,

“was overweight” and “didn’t move how I wanted to”.

Warren added: “What we ended up with was a fella who scoffed himself out of being world champion and a spectacle that suffered as a result.

“It’s a bit late after the event to

say you partied too much and regret carrying so much weight.

“If he turned up like that for a non-title fight, the promoters and TV executives would be rightly hacked off over a fighter coming in so out of condition.

“Spare a thought for those punters

who had a punt on the champion, who had every right to believe he had put the graft in.

“Professional athletes have a responsibility to ensure a level playing field on behalf of those who pay for the privilege of watching.”

Unbeaten Fury, 31, is set to fight WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in the United States in February after their first meeting in December 2018 ended in a controversial draw.

Warren is certain that Fury, who has previously held all the titles 30-year-old Joshua now has, would have beaten Ruiz Jr inside the distance.

“Tyson wouldn’t have been dancing away from Ruiz, he would’ve done a job on him and stopped him,” said Warren.

“I saw Ruiz saying he had achieved his dream. Well, if his dream was to win the titles then stuff himself stupid and lose them at the first time of asking, then his dream has become a reality.

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The first round of the competition was very exciting.

National High School Basketball Championships final set for Saturday evening AFTER a number of playoffs, six teams have made it into the playoff round of the 25 annual National High School Championship, which will conclude on Saturday evening at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court.

On Thursday, four games were scheduled, while two others were expected to be played early on Friday to decide the semi-final placements for Friday afternoon’s semi-finals, which tips off from 15:30h.

On Saturday, the third place game is scheduled for 17:30h after the official opening ceremony, followed by the championship clash at 19:00h.

DIFFERENT Over the last 25 years, since the High School Basketball Championships was hosted by the Department of Sports in partnership with the Turks and Caicos Islands Basketball Federation (TCIBF), participating schools played only in the December tournament where the National Champion was crowned.

This year, the format of arriving at the National Champion was changed.

Twelve schools were divided into three conferences where they played a regular season of competition over a 6-week period. The top two teams

in each conference advanced to the National High School Basketball Playoffs.

To take it a step further, since the early 2000’s, all official high school games were played in Providenciales. This season, however, the Department of Sports hosted games in four islands.

This was done in an effort to create an exciting environment in each community while providing athletes from Grand Turk, South Caicos and North Caicos an opportunity to play in front of their home crowd while providing athletes from Providenciales, an opportunity to experience the culture and uniqueness of the various islands within the TCI. On the Weekend of October 24th – 26th, games were hosted in South Caicos for the first time since 2003, where British West Indies Collegiate, TCIPs and Wesley Methodist travelled to play the home team, the Marjorie Basden Knights.

On the weekend of November 1st – 2nd, games were hosted in North Caicos for the first time, were Alpha Academy and TCI Middle travelled to play the home team, the Raymond Gardiner Bulldogs. On the

weekend of November 28th - 30th, games were hosted in Grand Turk for the first time since 1999, with Maranatha Academy, Long Bay and Clement Howell travelling to take on the home team the HJ Robinson Stallions. Games were played in Providenciales throughout the sixweek period with teams travelling from the various islands to play their away games.

In a statement, the Director of Sports, Mr. Jarrett Forbes said: “In my last year playing for the HJ Robinson Stallions in 1997, we played the National Championships in Providenciales and the year before, we played in South Caicos and in 1995 the championships was held in Grand Turk. As a child, having the opportunity to experience playing in each island, was the highlight of each year for me and the excitement it brought to the various islands was some of my most memorable experiences. We are grateful for the various islands mobilizing to host the games and for the hospitality they showed to the visiting teams.”

According to the President of the TCIBF, Mr. Sydwell Glasgow: “The 25th year of the National High School Basketball Tournament can

be seen as one of major change or the growth and development of Basketball in the Turks and Caicos.

The Government Department of Sports has successful achieved this objective. One of the mandate of the federation is to develop the sport of basketball at all levels nationally through training and competition.

The objective can only be achieved through partnerships with all stakeholders. The Department of sports is very supportive of our aims and objectives as is evident in the restructuring of the national high school basketball tournament into a league.”

Mrs. Desiree Lewis, Permanent Secretary within the Ministry of Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services indicated; “Sport provides our young people with an ideal outlet to be active while having fun and learning valuable life skills and we will continue to create avenues to foster such growth. The commendable work of the Director of sports and his team is worthy of notable mention.

The TCIBF looks forward to a continued working partnership with the department of sports to select a national youth basketball team to represent the Turks and

Caicos at regional and international competitions.”

In a statement from Hon. Edwin Astwood, Minister of Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services; “As the Minister responsible for Sports, I am very pleased to see the decentralization of Sports competitions come to realization. This is the first time ever that the Inter High School Basketball competitions had games taken place in all our Islands with Secondary Schools. This gives the opportunity for all athletes and teams to benefit from a “Home court advantage” with their schoolmates, family, and friends cheering them on. It also involved their communities in the planning and promotion process.

This also allowed for the teams to play more games over a longer period, instead of a few games played, and condensed in one weekend. By instituting this change, Addressing social priorities of sports at the national and sub national level. All this is in keeping with my Government’s commitments in the Change Document; ‘Promote more athletic Competitions” (pg.

40), “Form real partnerships with recognized athletic federations and corporations” (pg. 40).”

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Maximin set to play Copa Mitchell Cup for Santiago club HAB SONIC’S power forward/ centre Jessy Maximin will be joining the Santiago Basket for next month’s Copa Mitchell Cup. Jessy, who stands at 6 ft 10 inches, will fit right at home with coach, Travis McAvene when he travels over to the Dominican Republic in January 2020. McAvene has big ties with TCI basketball. He actually coached the HAB Sonics Men’s Team in the 2018 Copa Mitchell Cup. The teenager’s local coach Ciaran O’Neill, who has been pro-active in trying to push the talented basketball player, helped to organise the venture for the promising youngster.

“I keep in contact with the Copa Mitchell Cup organisers almost on a daily basics. For me the tournament would give Jessy much need exposure. He really need a professional tournament on his resume and the Copa Mitchell Cup is his best opportunity for that.

The Cup is very competitive, especially with the likes of former NBA players such as Keith Closs former LA Clipper and Marquin Chandler former NY Knick.

Emmanuel Agenor has moved up steadily in 2019.

National athlete Agenor victorious in opening races for US university NATIONAL sprinter Emmanuel Agenor opened his new season with two victories running for new school the Oklahoma Baptist University at the Pittsburgh State Division Two meet last weekend.

The first year Business Management student romped to victory last Saturday afternoon in the 60M and the 200M indoor races.

His 60M was a staggering time of 7.00 seconds, while his 200M victory came in 22.30s.

According to the 19-year-old, who is a former CHHS student, he is excited with his new environment.

“The training is new, and the coach is new but I feel good running the times that I’m running so I’m proud that the training is working. It feels good

to be running at a new school, it’s a new team and a new challenge.

Change is needed to develop. so I feel like I’m developing just fine.”

Agenor, who said that his focus would on the outdoor 100M and the 200M, ran indoors for the first time in his career.

“This is all new, a whole new experience for me.”

According to the former St. Jago High School student (Jamaica), he is impressed with his new team overall.

“The principles of the team is always family and we support each other l. Hard work was drilled into me as an athlete from Jamaica so it’s something I brought along with me.”

Agenor is looking to stay healthy this season and to make an impact with his new team.

Jessy Maximin is a bright young prospect from the TCI.

Jets, Cougars and Greyhounds on three wins each in PHL THE DESIGN Studio Jets, the CBMS Cougars and the Saunders and Co. Greyhounds have registered three wins each to lead their respective divisions at the Christmas break of the Provo Hockey League.

After five weeks of play, only Bantam Division side, the CBMS Cougars are unbeaten. They lead the league with three wins and two draws in their five clashes.

The Novice Division leaders, Jets are on three wins, one draw and a defeat, while the Greyhounds have registered three wins and two loses in the Midget division.

All three teams were victorious in their latest games, when action continued on Saturday last at the Graceway Sports Centre.

The Greyhounds dominated the Villa Del Mar Flyers in their clash.

Led by Jack Blain, who scored six goals, they were able to register a 9-3

Jack Blain scored six goals for the Greyhounds.

win. Ronin Maclaren supported with two goals, while Maximilian Scholar added a goal and three assists. Ishan

Bowen also contributed two assists.

The Jets won 3-1, while the Cougars won 4-3.

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Veteran Sports Development officer Winston Quelch (second from left) with his award.

WOMEN IN SPORTS SEVENTH ANNUAL GALA AND AWARDS CHRISTMAS BANQUET:

Twenty-four persons from four disciplines honoured THE TURKS and Caicos Women in Sports Organisation celebrated its seventh annual Gala and Awards Christmas Banquet by honouring 24 persons in four disciplines on Saturday evening.

The event, which was held at Carnival’s Margaritaville, Grand Turk Cruise Port, under the theme: “A 70’s Affair” was dubbed “A Special Night of Celebration and Recognition of Pioneers in Sports”.

Patrons went all out with their 70s attire, some downing their Afro Wigs, Platform Shoes, Bell Bottoms, Mini Dresses, Hot Pants and all the looks of the 70s.

Persons, who have contributed and some who are still contributing to athletics, basketball, darts and softball were honoured.

Those from athletics included Rodney Cox, Russell Cox, Edith Skippings, Winston Quelch and Lionel Barronco, while for basketball Trevor Cooke, Kirkley Parker, Trevor Saunders, Kelly

Williams and John Williams were honoured.

The honourees for darts were James Fulford, Sidney Garland, Valerie Hawkins, Arthur Noyes, Anita Delphine Simons and David Smith, while Paula Virgil-Stubbs, Hyacinth Been, Tumberlina Carter, Carol Durham, Catherine Ann Forbes, Sharon Simons, Joanne Williams and Sandy Williams were honoured for softball.

The host of the Gala 2019 was Mr. Nixon Dickenson, Deputy Director of Youth, and he did not disappoint with his constant jokes of people back in “the days” and about how the youths were of a different kind in the 70s. He spoke of the innovative nature of young people of the past and their homemade and creative ideas when it came to playing sports. He also stated that young people of the past were very respectful. He kept the event high spirited and very upbeat the entire night.

The Minister of Sports, Hon. Edwin Astwood, was in attendance and brought remarks on behalf of his ministry. It was also evident that he was proud of the Women in Sports and what they were doing to recognise sports pioneers in the country. He encouraged the organisers to keep up the good work and continue to be a beacon for those persons who have paved the way for us all.

Ms. Cynclair Musgrove was the guest speaker and she too did a great job with her advice to parents and athletes alike. She stated that sports can be used as a daily tool to enhance the lives of young athletes. She said that sports can be used to take them far in their academic studies by gaining scholarships as well as by visiting other countries that they only dreamed about.

This Sporting Gala is now a premier event on Turks and Caicos’ social calendar, especially around this festive season of Christmas.

Rita Gardiner has been a heavyweight behind the scenes, (WIS photos)

The Gala took a 70s theme and patrons did not disappoint.

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