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DOCUMENT – PDM launches its manifesto

In line with the party slogan - ‘It’s time for a change’ - on Tuesday (November 29) the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) launched its manifesto, titled ‘The Change Document’.

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PDM launches 62-page Change Document for TCI

GOVERNMENT DEBUNKS NHIB BROKE CLAIMS

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30 CCTV SECURITY CAMERAS TO BE INSTALLED IN THE LEEWARD AREA PAGE  4

FEATURE ARTICLE

“STEADY AND STRATEGIC” PAGE – Premier Rufus Ewing

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Government debunks NHIB broke claims – Calls reports incorrect, irresponsible and politically motivated

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT has dismissed reports emanating from some sections of the media on the financial state of the National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP) as ‘malicious, false and politically motivated’.

According to some media reports the, NHIP is broke and in need of a six million dollars financial bailout.

However, in a release issued on Monday November 28, the Government said these claims are false , and made it clear that the cost of healthcare by the end of April 2017 is expected to exceed the budgeted provision by $6 million dollars.

It is against that background that a paper prepared by the management of the Board, with the full knowledge of the Board of Directors, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Health was submitted to cabinet for its consideration.

The release: “To conclude that there was a cover-up or misappropriation of funds discovered by the acting CEO is incorrect, irresponsible and should be dismissed as political mischief.

It further explained that the funds collected by the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) from its employers and subscribers are utilized to purchase healthcare locally from the preferred provider (TCI Hospitals), the network of contracted private primary healthcare clinics and private pharmacies on behalf of and to the benefit of its registered subscribers.

The NHIB on behalf of TCIG

Premier Rufus Ewing

Minister Washington Missick

manages the procurement of overseas treatment for the beneficiaries of the NHIP. From budget year to budget year this cost is unpredictable as it is a reflection of both the number of persons requiring tertiary level care in any given year as well as the magnitude of their problems.

“The facts are that the treatment abroad programme has skyrocketed in the first half of the financial year amounting to over $5 million of the cost over-run.

“On average four patients a day are being referred abroad of which five a week are urgent referral requiring medical evacuation via private charters and air-ambulances; at the same time the number of cancer patients has been noted to have increased significantly in the first half of the year, these factors together result in an average cost per patient of around $15,000 with some patients costing in excess of

$100,000.

“Because the NHIB until recently operated a cash basis accounting system, costs were not booked until paid. This has now been corrected;

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hence the reporting of the large accounts payable balance.”

The release revealed that a number of the more serious cases referred abroad were Turks and Caicos Islanders that were not covered by the scheme.

The Government said that it takes its responsibility for the provision of its people seriously and has recently introduced changes to the NHIB regulations that would result in healthcare coverage for a wider category of patients while at the same time restricting coverage for some categories of persons which it believes should help to stabilize cost while a comprehensive review of the system is being undertaken after five years of operation.

The Government has also called for a review of the management and corporate governance of NHIP with

respect to the rising cost of overseas treatment to develop cost reduction or mitigation measures where possible without compromising care to beneficiaries of the plan.

It further stated that the Ministry of Health in collaboration with NHIP has already implemented several initiatives to reduce the cost of care, such as the establishment of a free extended hour’s government primary care clinic, and the development of a new Pharmaceutical policy which would significantly lower the cost of drugs to both patients and NHIP. While introducing an eligibility waiting time of 6 months for all new work permit applicants to the plan (effective December 1) and introducing a capitation on overseas care expenditure for work permit holders among other strategies.

30 CCTV security cameras to be installed in the Leeward area OVER US $100,000 has been invested into 30 new security cameras that will soon be implemented in neighbourhoods in Leeward, Providenciales.

The installation of the cameras is the latest measure by the Leeward Home Owners Association, with support from WIHL, to address the growing and largely uncontrolled crime problem on Providenciales.

Other measures recently introduced have included the opening of a new security gate at Governors Road and Leeward Highway, increased security patrols, and heightened neighbourhood communications regarding crime prevention.

A representative from Leeward spoke about the introduction of the cameras on the condition of anonymity: “We are taking the rising crime incidents most seriously.

Going forward we intend to be most vigilant in our fight against crime in our neighbourhood. Leeward has long been safe place for residents and visitors alike; if government and police cannot take control of the crime problem, we will incur the costs to do it ourselves.”

The cameras feature the newest CCTV technology, allowing for higher resolution, full day and night visibility, and zero need for external street lighting. The security camera monitoring system includes advance analytics to aid in incident prevention and alerts. The cameras will be in operation 24 hours a day.

Phase two of the project is expected to be rolled out soon , this will include additional cameras on Providenciales and Grand Turk and

The Leeward Home Owners Association will be investing US $100k into 30 new CCTV security cameras

the incorporation of the ‘adopt a camera initiative’ in partnership with the private sector.

Calls for the installation of CCTV cameras resurfaced after the gruesome discovery of the decaying and partly burnt body of Dominican National Sorineida Moreno-Arias, who had gone missing for days and was seemingly murdered.

Her death sparked massive outrage in the Dominican community

and among political leaders as well.

To this end, Former Premier Michael Micisk called on the Premier to fast track the CCTV program in an effort to protect the citizens.

He said: “I am calling on Premier Dr. Rufus Ewing and his government to urgently provide funds for the installation of closed-circuit television (CCTV) throughout the islands in order to protect our citizens, residents and tourists alike.”

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PDM candidates proudly present their 2016 manifesto to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands weeks ahead of the December 15 general election.

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Deputy Leader Sean Astwood and PDM Chairman Doug Parnell unveil the PDM manifesto on Tuesday during a press conference at the party’s downtown headquarters.

PDM launches 10-pillar ‘Change Document’

BY DELANA ISLES IN LINE with the party slogan ‘It’s time for a change’ - on Tuesday (November 29) the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) launched its manifesto, titled ‘The Change Document’.

The 62-page document is a road map of the changes the party intends to bring to the Turks and Caicos Islands, a recap of some of the successes of past PDM governments and samples of what the ballot paper will look like come Election Day December 15.

Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, in introducing the document outlined ten pillars for change that the PDM will effect upon their assumption of office.

Those pillars are – Citizenship and community empowerment; Border Control, Security, Law and order; Jobs and economy; Progressive youth development; Education transformation and training; Healthcare; environment, Land use and planning; Infrastructure, housing and transportation; Institutions for real change; and Governance.

Expanding on these areas, the party leader noted that no longer can the country afford to move forward while leaving its people behind.

“Our people are feeling hopeless

and have never seen this level of disenfranchisement and despair, all because this government has governed as far away from its people as possible.”

She added that a PDM government will immediately seek ways to empower the citizens and rebuild stronger communities for a strong Turks and Caicos.

PILLARS FOR CHANGE -CITIZENSHIP AND COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT Cartwright Robinson explained that her government would ensure that citizens re-establish themselves as a people, being proud of their unique identity.

She stated that: “The Turks and Caicos enjoy a strong heritage and a culture that we can be proud of. There are way too many who continue to say that we have no culture because we have not been doing the best job at preserving, showcasing and passing it on from generation to generation.

“PDM believes that knowing who we are and instilling a sense of pride from this knowledge is key to the best future for these islands. A PDM government will ensure that every citizen is exposed to knowledge that is key to the best future for these islands.”

The party leader added that a PDM

government will ensure that every citizen is exposed to knowledge of who they are in two main ways: “By establishing the heritage and culture commission which will lead in the development of a policy and strategic plan and by introducing the teaching of civics at all educational levels.”

She stated that her government would also ensure that the people of the country are key partners in the country’s development and will keep them informed through town hall meetings, freedom of information and quarterly press conferences, as a duty.

A PDM government will also introduce social safety nets and boost the social services of the country by establishing a fully staffed and expanded gender department; a fully staffed youth and children department; expand social services to aid in meeting the needs of those who require home help and other special opportunities; introduce short term unemployment benefits and present a poverty eradication plan.

Other keys projects under the community and citizen empowerment pillar include the introduction of a mortgage and foreclosure plan where the PDM will work with banks to introduce a 120 day moratorium to effect legislative and other

changes in terms of interests rates, protection of homeowners, greater protection for borrowers, exemptions for first time home owners, among a host of other things to ensure that homeowners get the best deal available to them and are able to protect and keep their properties.

A PDM Government, according to Cartwright Robinson, will also put an employment, compensation and retirement plan in place so that the people could have a labor system that works for them.

In terms of community empowerment, the PDM leader said her government would reestablish all communities throughout the TCI by assigning a specific ministry to handle community related matters; promote volunteerism; create green parks and spaces, create neighborhood watches, create a single parent programme, and help and support strong families.

National Security Strategy The party leader outlined that a five-prong approach will be introduced to immigration and will ensure that all those who are responsible to protect and manage the country are well resourced with trained personnel, equipment and tools supported by a modern computerized system and a comprehensive, simple and modern legislation.

She also listed a number of priority security areas that will be significantly improved - Immigration control; foreign relations, border protection courts and prison, and crime and policing.

PDM’S CRIME PLAN One of the main aspects of the PDM’s plan for the country is its crime plan, the party leader observed, stating that her government is committed to ensuring that the TCI remains a safe place to live, visit and do business.

Among the things listed in the crime plan are - ensuring that the United Kingdom meets its obligations to the country of maintaining internal security; ensure the infusion of creditable Islanders into the force; boost and maintain trust of the police; establish a police commission; and allocate a steady stream of revenue for the force to fight crime.

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Brexit means Brexit Dear Editor, The issue of the day remains the most important decision that our islands will face in the 21st century. It will lead us in our politics, economics, social practices, and that’s only to name a few.

Before I continue, let me encourage the Right Honourable David Cameron good health in his now retired public life. I would say that there was no one in our islands who would think that in the 21st century, a Labour government would remove self determination from a group of its own people, and for it be returned, none the less, by its Conservative replacement.

However, we must make the best of reality.

It was this same liberal Conservative government that offered a vote to the people of the United Kingdom (UK), to determine whether they wanted more powers brought home from a voluntary union, this obviously being the infamous vote to leave the European Union (EU) on the 21st of June 2016.

The results of this same referendum

led to Mr. Cameron resigning as Prime Minister, months after, being replaced by the Right Honourable Theresa May, who later declared that Brexit means Brexit.

But are the Brexit objectives being considered solely focused on ‘Britain’?

So many of the Overseas Territories (OTs) development in trade, education and economics have become highly embedded with the UK’s membership in the EU. Before we get distracted with the discussion of independence from imperial overlords, I only ask, where’s the plan? We can say, ‘Fine let’s leave tomorrow.’ However, what’s the first step? Where are the institutional securities to protect the future of our people?

Sure, some smart guy will say its simple, we will put it in place tomorrow, but lets remember that in the territories, many of our children are not limited to service jobs, as some of our counterparts in the region.

Our children have traveled far and wide and shown the world the

intelligence of our people, as many remain outside the territory in the best of jobs around the world today.

I don’t know of a Turks Islander who isn’t proud of the job or business that their child has been involved in or directed.

I take the challenge to say when it comes to percentage of citizens, Turks Islanders likely have the largest diaspora serving overseas per capita.

What will happen to our children in a closed off UK? We hear Scotland now saying they are looking at their options in terms of a second referendum, as Brexit was not a part of the deal of staying. That’s another country our children may end up closed off from. We must think about what is happening, long and hard. But we must also be made apart of the conversation.

We should all be very encouraged by the engagement during the Meeting of the United Kingdom Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA) Political Council in early November 2016, however, the fact

still remains; 1. We have no information.

2. Communication has been slow TCI people want to be involved in the conversation. In the 21st century a government should welcome some level of participation in the conversation. Will we finally solidify and create a ‘United’ Kingdom?

Our people are still not understanding what it will mean to not be European, i.e. go to schools at reasonable fees, be eligible for competitive jobs in the largest economies, and paying taxes into the development of the places we live, as well as the place we come from, and let us not forget the opportunities for the next generation.

Turks Islanders will go to the polls in a few weeks and the next government will need to be prepared to take this Brexit to task. The scariest thing about the process is that we do not have any information to move forward.

How do we make capital investments that should be generational institutions, when we cannot figure out what will happen

in the next 18 months. I have no doubt that the Prime Minister has plans for the Territories and I’m sure the invitations to the parliamentary debate is was a mere oversight, given the shifting sands of coming to the organizational structure.

I hope speaking opportunities during the debate will be afforded to the OTs. The question is simple, ‘Are you United with us?’

Turks and Caicos remains some of the most beautiful islands in the world. Not just by the sands and seas, but also by the vigor and ethics of the people, ease of doing business and the unique relationship we hold with the largest economies around the world.

We must ask the UK government to lead us in being United, as we face the uncertainties that will come with our final Brexit.

Let us truly find out if we are ‘Better Together’.

Granville Don Forbes Butler Belonger of the Turks and Caicos Islands

Where do we go from here? Coalition or bust Dear Editor It has been forty years in the Turks & Caicos Islands since the islands have emerged from a farming economy to a Tourism and finance based economic situation. Since then we have seen many leaders from the same conservative and and other times radical political mould. In the post JAGS McCartney there have been the Hon Oswald O Skippings, Hon Norman Saunders, The Late Hon NJS Francis, the Hon Washington Misick, the Hon Derek Taylor, Hon Michael Misick, the

Hon Galmo Williams and now the Hon Rufus Ewing. Essentially it has only been PNP and PDM for these forty years and we have come to that fork in the road. Alive and with us today, since the McCartney era, is the Hon Norman Saunders, retiring and the Hon Oswald Skippings, who is still on the scene and running at large with his new party, the PDA. It seems that the independents and the PDA have captured the imagination of the electorate and the two main parties, PDM and PNP are fighting to regain some kind of

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momentum with the the people.

Despite all of this the PNP may be on its way out through the mechanism of the at large system, which s really being put to the test in this election.

You can say 2012 was a test run and the people’s eyes are now open. It is truly a post two party system era.

Most persons you speak with now want to see beyond two parties and to start again with a collation as it was in 1976 with the Hon JAS McCartney, linking the PDM with Liam McGuire and Daniel Williams.

There are fond memories of that time when we Lived as one. With most established politicos such as Mike Misick, Piper Hanchell and OO Skippings running outside of the main stream, a coalition, despite all the ironies, seems possible. in the 76 to 90’s there was a common and accepted economic purpose and that was to empower our people. That purpose and reality seems to have been lost.

Whether it be a coalition or a return to the two party system, after the December 15th 2016 elections, there are certain issues that resonate and plague the people today. Immigration and Labour is

huge. It seems that in the job market there is no place and room for a Turks & Caicos Islander. Too many “natives” go off, get the training but the jobs would prefer a work permit hold despite the costs. On the other hand the Government is seeking to balance its budget by selling work permits and Belongerships. The native is really competing with the Treasury for a job. This is perhaps the greatest election issue facing the Government. There is a feeling of “hopelessness”.

When it comes to economic development and empowerment, land is out of the reach of the native and the business community seems only willing to deal with their own, rather than the local. It is tempting to say that the next election will be a call on the past forty years as the native really and truly cannot see himself fitting within this current economic picture. An economic apartheid, is only possible with a Government that’s willing to allow fronting in business licensing, the rampant sale of Crown Land to non-Belongers and a total sell-out.

There is that feeling that we are not really being represented. Paradise Lost. No land on Grace Bay or North

West Point, Providenciales, where a Native an have access to. Those days hopefully are not gone.

It will be the challenge of the next Government to fashion a Turks & Caicos for the people. A government whose hands are not tied to the Grace Bay Boys, the huge financial contributions, undermining the Rules of the Integrity Commission, money from the Major resorts, and the “Big Boys” we all may be able to throw away all of these “globalisation” excuses as to why our people must be discriminated against, so that we may elect leaders who could fight for us.

This election must be for real, set off real change so that our people may get a breathing space in their own country. a return to the Norm may not be a good idea and in some respects fatal to our future and survival as a Turks & Caicos Community. If this question, “where do we go from here”, can be seriously considered by our people and taken on for what its worth, there may be real change and a new culture emerging to change things for the better.

Elvin Williams

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printing and CCTV, which will be established as a matter of priority.

She added that within the first 100 days her government intends to meet with law enforcement and will begin a comprehensive review of the police force.

THE ECONOMY WE NEED Among the PDM’s plan and strategies for economic development are ensuring transparency by restoring confidence in the economic viability of the Islands; working hard to increase inward investment; repositioning the economy for growth and for the creation of jobs; providing special support for small businesses; diversifying the economy and ensuring that the tourism sector is sustainable.

Pointing specifically to the creation of jobs, the party leader said that her government will immediately conduct a nationwide unemployment drive to find out the true unemployment rate, introduce a stimulus package that will seek to provide immediate jobs, reintroduce the works programme to create employment, create a ministerial portfolio with named responsibility for job creation, create a job policy, improve public-private sector cooperation though a partnership programme, which will ensure placement of residents in jobs, especially returning students.

PROGRESSIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT In this area of governance, a PDM government will invest heavily in youth empowerment and sports development, Cartwright Robinson said.

She added that this includes encouraging and promoting youth expression by creating and supporting youth events and programmes.

She listed the encouragement of youth entrepreneurship, the creation of an intervention programme for at risk youth; and the creation of national voluntary youth service programmes as other key initiatives under a PDM government.

Other incentives for the youth of the islands, under a PDM government would include – an entrepreneurship, homeownership and financial management scheme; the reintroduction of the TCI Culture Commission; and forging beneficial partnerships with the private sector to ensure that opportunities and programmes are in place for the youth.

EDUCATION REFORM FOR REAL CHANGE A PDM Government will focus on boosting primary and secondary education through infrastructural and curriculum changes, boosting literacy and numeracy development among students, promoting and including entrepreneurship in

the school curriculum, reprinting and encouraging the production of local books, ensuring proper sporting facilities and improving counselling for students among a host of other student based initiatives.

They will also erect a purposebuilt college campus, establish national goals which will include a focus on adult education and reeducation programmes; provide protective measures for students; and boost scholarships and funding.

HEALTHCARE REFORM Cartwright Robinson outlined that a PDM government would reform the health sector by ensuring that there is access for all to healthcare.

She said that the current policies leave some of those in need and those most vulnerable without access.

“A PDM government will address the major challenge of access to healthcare and will recognize groups that currently already use the services, those who require special consideration and the apparent restrictive NHIP registration policy,” she added.

She said a major concern, that of primary healthcare, will be boosted through seeking and introducing alternatives to reducing expenditure to Interhealth Canada so that monies can be redirected to primary healthcare.

A PDM government, according to the party leader, will also provide a robust health information machinery for the populace; introduce strong education and healthy lifestyle initiatives and ensure that there is local leadership in the health sector.

The Environment, land use and planning development According to the party leader her government will commission and complete an environmental awareness audit which will be conducted to determine public views and levels of environmental awareness.

She also outlined that her government will conduct an extensive review of the existing environmental curricula; work with the public and private sectors and local NGOs to immediately develop and implement an environmental culture archive; reinstate the conservation fund and join the Caribbean challenge initiative; upgrade environmental legislation consistent with the 21st century needs; develop an ecotourism plan for each protected area; introduce a national anti-litter campaign and establish a fully functioning climate change desk.

In terms of land use and development, the PDM intends to complete the Crown Land audit; develop a sustainable national physical development plan; commission an immediate Crown Land reform, ensure that there is a properly resourced Crown Land Unit and planning department; and return responsibility of land management to

an elected official.

INFRASTRUCTURE AND TRANSPORTATION The party leader said that as a priority her government will engage in a comprehensive plan to repair and rebuild crumbling infrastructure in a purposeful strategic scheduled and manageable way by addressing key areas.

These areas are - repairing all government buildings; introducing a four-year plan to pave all roadways; introduce private sector owned and maintained roadways; address flooding; and institute water access to residents.

Other keys areas of infrastructural and transportation upgrade the PDM will bring to the country, if elected, are – ensure that Government assets are properly logged and maintained, put in place a proper road safety database and management system; have stronger road safety management systems; increase and upgrade road signage; and introduce new and visionary initiatives for the transportation sector which would make way for personal cabs and bus services for residents.

INSTITUTIONS AND INFRASTRUCTURE Under this heading, the party leader advised that her government has 1O objectives on which they intend to deliver.

These include – the creation of a creative and performing arts centre and a high-performance sport centre

where youth can develop their talents.

A public transportation authority to manage and regulate this industry.

A public housing department that will govern major projects in an effort to provide legal and affordable homes.

Introduce a heritage and culture commission with a multiculturalism department to assist in the management of the many cultures living in the TCI. Erect a purpose-built college campus that will enable the transition to a full-fledged university.

Introduce a sports commission for the effective and efficient management of sports in the islands.

Put a comprehensive plan in place to address drainage countrywide.

Introduce a waste management and water authority to enhance the country’s performance in these areas.

Introduce a comprehensive plan to repair the crumbling sea wall on Grand Turk.

And build a spine link road linking the Caicos Islands, with the first phase being the linking of North Caicos to Providenciales in keeping with the vision the PDM’s first leader and national hero JAGS McCartney.

GOVERNANCE Cartwright Robinson noted that a PDM Government will prioritize key areas of governance to address immediately, these are – THE CONSTITUTION She said that her party is the only

Under the tree

one that has an official position on the 2011 Constitution; adding that they maintain that the document is regressive in several provisions and that there is a need to revisit it to ensure that the locally elected government governs unhindered.

LEGISLATION She added that there is a need to review legislation and to introduce a comprehensive social legislative agenda, create a legislative agenda, ensure consultation on major laws to change and to allocate resources for the introduction of legislations passed during the PNP Government such as The Women’s and Children’s Bills and the Disaster Management Ordinance.

CIVIL SERVICE The party leader said that they will put in place an effective and efficient civil service by introducing policies to ensure a happy and productive work environment that will not only retain workers but will also attract the brightest minds in the TCI. She added that her government will also review the compensation package offered to civil servants; provide training and succession planning; improve the physical and general work environment of government offices and ensure that there is local representation and open dialogue with government for these workers.

The entire manifesto document can be viewed at www.votepdm. com

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Time to change course Dear Editor , After forty years of ministerial Government, since 1976, a few bumps in the road, it is now time to change course on how this country is run and who runs it. For the past time the Turks & Caicos Model of Government mirrors models of most countries in the world. Local persons are elected but the private sector operatives who fund and finance elections always have the final say.

This may be seen in the fact that no Local, No Resident, no Turks & Caicos Islander have a right to a job or future in the TCI. Businesses here prefer to pay thousands in work

permits rather than hire a local. Next is the fact that 100’s of millions of Dollars, our Dollars, our taxes gets wasted and siphoned off from us daily. We are fully cooperating with a Hospital plan, scam and rip off that benefits no one locally but really benefits one person, one group of persons in London and there is a huge cloud of secrecy over it. It is a scared cow that no-one can touch but if it is touched we may be free as a people. The opposition has raised it a few times, asked for audits but dropped it. The Government, the PNP, the British are committed to keeping it top secret, while it siphons

off $100s of millions annually , depriving out people of so much but have the unmitigated gall to come to the people to ask for the vote. It seems as if there a plan, a conspiracy but all concerned to play games with this issue so that “nothing” ever happens.

To free our people, this issue can no longer take on lip service as it immediately threatens wo we are as a people and will drain too much of our money for “nothing much”.

The recent letter to the world by Dr Darren Hall needs to be read and reread by every Turks & Caicos Islander alive before they go to the

MILLS MUSES

A PDM visit Very recently, a PDM team of two: Hons. Sharlene Robinson and Delroy Williams paid me a very courteous, and politics free visit. As we know, Sharlene is the PDM Opposition Leader, and All Island Candidate, and Delroy the PDM candidate for the 10th Electoral District of Provo, Wheeland.

Both were approachable, polite, and never spoke about the upcoming elections, or asked for my support. They were respectful, and friendly, knew I was aware of the purpose of their visit, and our talk was educational, and uplifting.

During our conversation, it never occurred to me that they were political candidates of the PDM. It was more like a chat between fellow citizens with a warmth that enriched my day.

At one point in the conversation, I was handed, (or did I request?) a copy of the pamphlets they had with them. The larger one introduces Delroy, and gives an impressive profile of him. It describes him as confident, trusted, tested, and action-oriented, which means he likes to get things done. In it, Delroy also outlines his pledge, to continue to fight for a new deal for the people, providing service based on fairplay, fight for equal pay and employment opportunities, and to upkeep the

BY OLIVER MILLS

Oliver Mills is a former lecturer in education at the UWI Mona Campus. He holds a BA (Hons.) UWI, an M.Ed. Dalhousie Univ., an MA University of London, and a Postgraduate Diploma in HRM and Training, Leicester Univ.

community’s peace and livelihood.

In the area of development, he seeks to revitalise small business, improve infrastructure, establish a community centre for recreational purposes, and develop a bird sanctuary in the Wheeland Pond to attract tourists.

I think these are noble goals, and fits in with the idea of community development, which fosters a community spirit. I particularly liked Delroy’s emphasis on fairplay, fighting for equal pay and employment opportunities, and peace and tranquility. These objectives are far reaching, and should have the effect of transforming Wheeland for the better.

Hon. Sharlene Robinson, in her pamphlet, speaks of establishing a national training institute, reforming healthcare, transforming youth and sports programmes, promoting culture and heritage, and its preservation, and empowering citizens.

These are important

developmental initiatives.

A national training Institute will meet the skills needs of TCI’s, and equip them for the changing job market. Youth and sports programmes will focus the attention of youth not only on competition, but enhance values of fairness, and provide opportunities for professional growth and development. Culture and heritage promotion, will sensitise citizens to our history and artistic achievements, and strengthen self-belief, contributing to a positive image and outlook. Healthcare means a healthier and more productive citizenry. And empowerment of citizens promotes confidence, and fosters the desire to be active participants in the development process.

These ideas are based on the needs of our citizens, and present an integrated picture of what is possible, and achievable.

Polls. If properly read, digested and understood, there is a virtual certainty that voting habits and trends will further change dramatically.

The letter exposes how Turks & Caicos Islanders are spending $124, Million for a hospital system for a population of 35,000 people, debt on that system has mounted to $118.7 so far, annually payments to plan are $36 million, which all lasts to the year 2033. By those calculations the TCI people have already paid $400 Million since 2010 and will payment over $612 Million further to 2033. He illustrates that there are no published accounts for the past five years and that what we will actually pay cannot be known. Dr Hall also shows that areas like Valencia Spain, Lesotho in Africa are paying the same money $120 Million, covering over 350,000 persons but with less costs. It is known that all efforts to expose the TCI scam, to demand accounts, audits, publish the costs, introduce cost savings measures have been resisted. It is an issue that requires real commitment and leaders who will take money from these people.

It is an issue that needs leaders who will demonstrate and fight day and night, day and night.

Think of it. During the Interim Government, 2009 to 2012 and this phase 2012 2016, Our people have gone without because of this scam.

Local Students have been told that there aren’t any scholarships for critical areas that the Government is granting work permits in. Yet there aren’t scholarships for law, accounting etc.

There aren’t monies for housing or a community college campus for Providenciales.

Students go to school hungry. On all of this our people are being discriminated against in the Job market.

You can place most of this at the hands of the current governing party and their refusal to account to the people for any of this.

One remembers the fire and commitment the Premier had when he demonstrated against the interim government as a one man show.

Where is that fire to free our people from this debt and albatross over their heads and to expose the deal?

The efforts of this Government so far are to tax our people to death, maintain a cloud of secrecy over this rip off and to basically say “nothing”.

Going into this election voters must be committed to seeing and demanding real change. Debates will say something, in many cases, they will say very little about

the candidate. Have you asked yourself whether this candidate or that Candidate is on the payroll of the Grace Bay Boys? Will that candidate, has that candidate ever stood up to fight against the Hospital scam or fight for anybody on labour issues? Are they taking money from Developers, investors, resorts, phone companies, to keep mouths shut over critical issues that affect the running of our country? Yes this is really the case! TCI people are being sold down the river by their own people.

History never changes, sold out by your own people. The Developer will certainly finance that political party to keep its mouths closed while they victimise our people. Digicel is a great example of “them” being free to fire locals while the Immigration Board issued work permits for jobs that locals can do. So when votes are being bought, the voter must really think why are they all of a sudden giving me this money? Why so much.? so they can buy PRCS’ work permits, TCIslander Status and you the local go without! that’s why.

This is why we are in the state we are in today and we are not getting very far. We have sold ourselves out. The weakness of our “leaders” is clear going into this election.

Our people are being ripped off, by the $100s of Million and are not being represented. The fact that they can refuse to hire our people is also symptomatic of the fact that they are free to place a multimillion dollar hospital scam over us and get away with it. The chains are all over us. These weeks now show that the Government, ie us as taxpayers, must bail NHIP out. Another case of Mismanagement and hastily prepared speeches to spin the issue their way.

Really and truly we haven’t had a country for a while. Most of what we earn and are paid gets taxed through customs duties, other indirect taxes NHIP, NIS and we get little to “nothing” in return for it. It is perfect dictatorship that we blindly and willingly consent to. Our little utopia but someone else outside of the country gets to benefit from it all.

Nothing will change if there is a change in Government and we end up with the same people, standing by, allowing this hospital scam to rip us off and the developers free to discriminate against us all. This is a critical election, it cannot be business as usual and it Is time that we rise up to free ourselves that these chains.

Rachel Forbes

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REAL TALK

Our right Dear, Editor As Election Day approaches, pray that respect and values come to the forefront. Pray that candidates are given the will to talk about issues first and resist the temptation to attack others. Pray that all political candidates across the country would remember the poor and vulnerable, and that those who are elected would take with them a message of justice to the House Of Parliament.

You have the power to refocus the conversation towards the things that genuinely matter – issues that will be affected by decisions in the next four years.

Whomever you support, we probably agree that we are long overdue for a big change. Lots of us have been galvanized by our dissatisfaction with recent events, and the policies of both Government over past years of leading this country.

After the election is over, I hope

that we will all come together, as never before – regardless of party affiliation – and begin to work side by side, to make our country strong, once again, and more united and better than it has ever been before.

Let this election be the start of a new page in our history that puts us on the road to greater personal responsibility, peace, prosperity, cooperation and lots of positive energy.

I am not one to force anyone to head out to the polls and vote, other than relaying that message to the masses.

However, I think the local election will be so close.

It doesn’t matter whom you plan to vote for…just please get out on this beautiful December 15th, 2016 and exercise your right to VOTE! Benneth Williams Leeward, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands

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Why not us and why not now?

The former generations sent us to school and said to stay focus and return home to build our country. We have returned home focused and ready to build our TCI: Why Not Us and Why Not Now? We did our part, went to college, returned home ready to invest in our country; yet they don’t want us to make our contribution to TCI: Why Not Us and Why Not Now? For 40 years we have been told, wait your turn, toe the line, you need grooming, more qualifications, years of experience.

Well, we have waited, we have been groomed; we have the qualifications and we have experienced many things. Why Not Us and Why Not Now? Every country in the word has a moment in history where they pause and assess how they arrived at their current destination and which direction they want to take. Why Not Us and Why Not Now? We have a vision for the type of country we want and we are

BY JAS WALKIN

BIOGRAPHY: Jas was born with a physical disability and diagnosed with a mild form of muscular dystrophy. His early childhood was characterised with trying to fit in in a regular school environment unequipped to cater to special needs students. With support from family, teachers and the community he graduated as valedictorian of Raymond Gardiner High School and has been a graduate teacher for the past last nine years.

not afraid to pursue it: Why Not Us and Why Not Now? We see beyond political allegiances and giving blame, instead we respect differences in opinions because we want to build a better TCI: Why Not Us and Why Not Now? We are not easily impressed neither are we interested in settling for mediocrity. We want the best for our country Why Not Us and Why Not Now? The Bible tells us “We Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Us: Why Not Us and Why Not Now? A generation has been inspired to believe in this country and each other.

We have given birth to a movement

that will very soon transform our country. WHY NOT US AND WHY NOT NOW? We have waited and trusted the last generation vision for 40 years to write the next chapter of our history. We are now putting our trust in God and in each other’s hopes and dreams for our country. Why Not Us and Why Not Now? Soldiers, do not weary. This is not time to rest. We have come too far to turn back now. Over the next few weeks, let us march forward resolved, committed and united behind the most powerful question of our generation: WHY NOT US AND WHY NOT NOW?

COMMENTARY

Pathological, political and pathetic Election season brings claims spilling from the lips of our politicians. Claims in some cases so ridiculous they lead one to believe the person making the statements has pathological problems. Extreme statements making the deliverer seem pathetic rather than simply political. One example delivered by two different politicians: “The failures of the current government’s 4 years are Britain and oppositions fault not PNP policies” Past political Slogans.

“Bigger and Better” move to “Take us to a new Level”.

If the present tax level does not frighten voters how about property and heavier income tax ? PNP leader Floyd Hall warned us of the PNP financial plan in his Pre-Interim Government 2009 budget report, were voters

BY DAVID TAPFER

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 27 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

listening ?

“A New Beginning” is the slogan of yet another new third party. Formed by a disgruntled former leader blaming his former party affiliation. How does that work ? Last election it was his personal unacceptability that caused his personal loss.

Something beyond politics is haywire here !

The 1995-2003 PDM vetted numerous resorts, expanding the

economy though 2004 until stalled by 2004-2009 alleged corruption and land manipulation. 2012 signaled the end of economic expansion as the PNP plan of heavy taxation halted inward investment and TCI’s economic potential.

Premier Ewing a true PNP claims his party brought in development.

Pathetic or simple political untruths ?

We are left with PNP Mike’s failed Salt Cay, Dellis Cay, St

Charles Place, Royal Reef and a couple of others completed but moving swiftly into bankruptcy.

The bankrupt Alexandria Resort managed by Washington of TCI Bank fame failed taking with it a huge part of the peoples pension fund. Leader Rufus claims Washy is a financial genius ? Political, pathetic or pathological, take you choice ?

PNP claims they saved TCI from bankruptcy. A truly pathetic statement. The Premier making the claim was not only part of the administration causing the bankruptcy but himself saddled TCI with the biggest obligations of all, farmed out healthcare. NHIP Health management given to a Canadian firm and Chairman Mark Fulford. The hundreds of millions spent on NHIP strip our primary care clinics.

People are now seriously sick

before they are shipped away to linger and die. Family back home wondering why ! Before NHIP, Rufuscare, sickness was diagnosed and cared for in TCI or we went to the USA for real recovery at one forth the current regional overseas cost.

Election now features 37 non PNP candidates saying the last 4 years were pathetic. 22 are third party or disconnected independents.

Voters ? Thousands are seeing clearly, will go with the previously proven and reinvigorated PDM party. The People’s Movement who spent years preparing themselves to overcome our problems are ready with a truly dynamic team of 15. PDM says vote their Liberty Bell “straight down the line.”

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Movers and Shakers

December 3-9, 2016

With less than two weeks to go until Islanders head to the polls to choose the country’s next leader, anticipation is high – while pledges and patriotism, vitriol and rhetoric abound. We bring you a series of exclusive interviews with the three main political party leaders, each one asserting they have the essential qualities to take the country forward. Here, incumbent Premier and PNP leader, Dr Rufus Ewing, talks economic recovery and job creation - and tells the Weekly News why his “cool, calm demeanour” and “big five” manifesto pledges are the critical ingredients to TCI’s future.

“Steady and strategic” Incumbent Premier urges voters to put their faith in his “level-headedness” while pledging billion-dollar economic boost

By Gemma Handy Former Associate Editor for the Weekly News

He took up the reins following one of the biggest political scandals in the Islands’ history, battled to regain trust in the disgraced PNP party and has overseen significant economic growth in the face of adversity.

Now Dr Rufus Ewing is urging voters to allow him a second term to “continue the progress” following the December 15 general election which will see a staggering 52 candidates vying for seats.

The former Chief Medical Officer – and first Premier since the imposition of UK direct rule – told the Weekly News he was “pretty confident” of victory while admitting the unprecedented volume of candidates makes the result tough to predict.

Dr Ewing’s rallying cry has been “jobs, jobs, jobs” and the “big five to thrive”.

First in his quintet of principle pledges is a push for greater constitutional autonomy. Dr Ewing was a vocal critic of the British interim administration but that shouldn’t, he says, be taken as a bid for independence.

“I support TCI being independent one day; this is not the right time. We should be given greater autonomy – like the Cayman Islands, Gibraltar and Bermuda – to be able to make policy decisions to better the lives of the people who have elected us,” he explained.

“We need to be a decision-making cabinet, rather than an advisory cabinet to the Governor.”

He said good governance framework was now in place to facilitate consequences for unscrupulous politicians.

Dr Ewing has also set a goal of slashing import duties to 10% over the next four years, in an effort to reduce the cost of living.

“That won’t happen overnight because import duties provide a good revenue stream,” he said.

The shortfall could be bridged by offsetting lower rates against increased volume, namely by stimulating small business growth.

Free daycare to ease the burden on low income families is another

hallmark of his campaign.

“Single mothers struggling to make ends meet, working two or three jobs, are spending money they don’t have on daycare.” The longterm impacts, he continued, include increased delinquency among children who miss out on vital early education.

THE BIGGEST CHALLENGE Dr Ewing hopes to create additional early childhood development centres, such as the one recently completed in Grand Turk, and offer subsidised access to existing daycare providers for means tested families.

Crime reduction initiatives are another focus for the PNP. That would include stationing officers in specific communities to work closely with residents and beef up police presence. The ‘creating safe communities’ scheme, Dr Ewing said, would also herald a solar lighting and CCTV programme with local firms encouraged to “adopt a camera”, along with more neighbourhood watch groups – subsidised where necessary – and extra police cars and key equipment.

Protecting the islands’ borders via a “virtual wall” is the fifth pledge.

The incumbent Premier said more radar stations and the use of drone technology and surveillance buoys to allow earlier warnings of illicit vessels would help reduce trafficking of guns and drugs.

The biggest challenge of his tenure, Dr Ewing said, has been the economy.

“We were handed what the British interim administration called a balanced budget, but it was not balanced per se because $15 million of its revenue stream was to come from VAT. After we rejected VAT we were left with a deficit.”

Because a shortfall was not permitted under financial arrangements with London, “tough decisions”, including temporary taxes like the freight and insurance levy, had to be made to bridge the gap. The doubling of overnight tourists and increased stamp duty revenue also played a major role, he said.

“I am most proud of our ability to put the economy in a bullish position – we had a surplus budget by the end of year one - while paying off the $170 million bond and laying a solid foundation for economic growth.

Premier Dr Rufus Ewing... talks economic recovery and job creation

WE STAND OUT AND SHINE “We have maintained a triple-B-plus credit rating for three consecutive years and GDP growth of 4.5%. To be able to boast of one of the lowest debt-to-GDP ratios in the region means we stand out and shine above countries throughout the Caribbean.

“With that comes investor confidence in both our economy and the ability to manage it, free of the cloud of corruption over our heads,” Dr Ewing added.

The Premier also spoke with pride of completing major infrastructure projects like the rebuilding of the Hurricane Ike-ravaged North to Middle Caicos causeway, and the Ona Glinton Primary School, destroyed by fire in 2010. A new reverse osmosis plant has also alleviated years of water woes in Grand Turk and Salt Cay, he said.

Dr Ewing said the party aims to inject $1 billion into the economy over the next term via a string of large forthcoming projects and foreign direct investment – while devising policies to ensure indigenous Islanders capitalise on the accompanying jobs. Unemployment, he said, has been halved from 20% since he took office in 2012.

While largely reticent when asked to

rate his prime opponents, the Premier revealed he believed PDA leader and erstwhile PDM chief Oswald Skippings would struggle to garner the requisite support having failed to win his seat at large in the 2012 poll.

“I don’t see why this time should be any different for him as leader of a new party when most of his support will be drawn from his former party,” Dr Ewing said.

Should PDM leader Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson emerge victorious, she will become the country’s first female Premier. “I don’t see what being female has to do with an ability to govern and do it honestly. She will be judged based on her management style, of which voters don’t have much knowledge other than via social media and her representation in the House.”

A STEADY HAND Corruption-accused ex-Premier Michael Misick’s decision to run for a seat at large is unlikely to result in him securing a position in government, Dr Ewing surmised.

“It will be difficult, if not impossible, for him as long as the UK government have to sanction it, until his name is cleared.”

For his own part, Dr Ewing said

his “strategic, levelheaded approach to problem solving and a steady hand” would set the country in the best stead.

“Even though our economy has grown significantly, it’s still fragile and could easily be eroded by individuals who are more reactive rather than trying to understand the problems and get to their root cause.

“We have gone through the learning process and know how to run things.

We are in the best position to take the country forward without having to waste time learning the ropes.”

The Premier would not be drawn on potential contenders for a new cabinet but said his current deputy Akierra Missick would likely continue in the position providing she wins her seat.

He urged Islanders to “determine your own destiny” by heading to the polling booths on December 15.

“And if you’re undecided, vote PNP,” he said, adding: “During this term in office, this government was dealt an awesome task paying off debt. We have been able to accomplish a lot - and most of what we promised – to be a shining example on how to recover an economy and move forward. Now is not the time to stop the progress.”

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First destination wedding on South Caicos THERE HAS never been a destination wedding before in South Caicos and on the island of Long Cay. Brilliant Studios, a local Photo Studio made history by photographing this wedding for the first time ever.

The couple Rachel Madsen and Markus Fraund wanted to get married in the Caribbean and the Turks and Caicos Island kept popping up online as a favorite wedding destination in the Caribbean as well as the brand new East Bay Resort in South Caicos. They made their decision and with both parents and their two kids they came to South Caicos to celebrate their wedding day.

They wanted to get married with their toes in the sand until their wedding planner from the East Bay Resort showed them Long Cay.

The couple made their decision as soon as they set foot on this little island. On the wedding day everybody was transported to Long Cay for the wedding

by Hovercraft driven by Cherif Benchalal.

The weather was perfect, the typical turquoise waters and after the ceremony everybody went back to celebrate some more at the East Bay Resort.

The resort did a fantastic job with setting up the ceremony on a cliff, the food was amazing and the evening table for dinner was beautifully set with natural touches from the island.

When the couple entered their room at night at the East Bay Resort the room was filled with flowers and champagne was set aside cold for the couple. The couple decided to stay one more week in South Caicos for their honeymoon.

Flowers by: The Flower Girl Wedding cake: Diane Guess from Cakestodifor Officiant at ceremony: Pastor John Malcolm Wedding planner: Audra Simmons Location ceremony: Long Cay South Caicos Location reception: East Bay Resort South Caicos Hovercraft operated by: Cherif Benchalal Airline from Providenciales to South Caicos: Intercaribbean Airways Photography by: Brilliant Studios

Couple ties the knot on South Caicos

Groom and children overlook the beautiful turquoise waters

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Leader of the People`s Democratic Movement (PDM), Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

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NHIP Building

“Heads must roll on NHIP cover up” PDM calls for Finance Minister and Premier to resign amid funds misappropriation claims

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE MAIN opposition party has accused the Government of covering up the state of finances of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB), which is said to be in dire need of a financial bailout.

Last week, news broke that funds have been misappropriated at the NHIB. Cabinet statements last week indicated that the NHIB is hemorrhaging financially.

According to Leader of the People`s Democratic Movement (PDM), Sharlene CartwrightRobinson, she is not at all surprised by the recent revelation on the state of finances of the National Insurance Board.

She called out the Government for being negligent as it relates to financial affairs of the National Health Insurance scheme.

Cartwright Robinson said: “I told the people of this country that something was wrong for years now with NHIP and the entire healthcare system” says Party Leader.

“When I sat in the Consultative Forum, I said something was wrong: at the rate, with our population and with how much that had to be covered from the then 4%, NHIP would be financially challenged.

“After being elected I called for a review of the contract and NHIP, I later brought a Private Member’s Motion for a full investigation and it was blocked by the Government, so nothing happened. When a few amendments were recently made that will incur further costs, I called for a review of NHIP. “I told this country as recent as a few months ago that as Leader of the Opposition and Chair of the Public Accounts Committee I had not seen an Audit (not that they were not done but none was ever laid for the 6 years it was in existence).

“The Minister of Finance in response to a parliamentary question that I asked inquiring as to when

we might see an Audit of NHIP responded that it would come. Here we are 6 years after its introduction and there has been no public scrutiny of the finances of NHIP, and now we see why these audited accounts have not been released”.

She noted that the Minister of Finance and Minister of Health are recorded as saying in a recent Cabinet Minute that “Cabinet expressed grave concern about the failure of NHIB Management to bring to the attention of Cabinet in a timely fashion the parlous state of its financial situation.”

Cartwright-Robinson said: “The people of this country need to know how it is possible for this to be happening under the noses of the people elected to manage the purse and they not know.”

“The PDM is convinced and cannot be otherwise convinced that the Government did not know all along the state of the Institution.

“The PDM finds it troubling that the Cabinet Minutes said for the first time a report of this nature was prepared and presented. This is an indictment on this Government and this ought to have never been the case.

“Healthcare is the largest expenditure in our country’s Budget and the Minister of Finance whose portfolio includes NHIP and the Premier as Minister of Health would wish for our people to believe that they did not know. If they did not know, they did not care to know and were negligent and asleep on the job.”

The PDM Leader posited that the management of a health system is a life or death issue and this Plan is a part of a major expenditure item that is bleeding the country.

She emphasized that: “The people of this country must ask what is this critical funding towards and whether patient care is in jeopardy?

“What the people need to know who we owe and if $6.1m is critical, then are there other amounts that may be less critical but outstanding

in payment?

“With the Cabinet only able to approve $2m where does that leave our patients and their care?” says Party Leader. She continued, “Last year, I was reported in one of our local papers saying that there was a cover-up, and I remain steadfast in this stance.

We now need to know what else is to be uncovered?”

Cartwright–Robinson said her party believes that the PNP administration has failed the people in many ways but this issue is absolutely reckless and irresponsible.

“We find it more alarming that they are continuing to offer themselves as candidates in this upcoming election, but so is the immediate past Chairman of the Board, Mr. Mark Fulford, who also had direct management of the Board and ought also to have known.”

She called on voters to reject these individuals at the upcoming polls.

The PDM`s Leader has consistently called for an investigation into healthcare generally and NHIB specifically and as recent as a few weeks ago and also brought a motion to the House of Assembly in this vein.

She said: “This Government has done nothing more than cover up the true picture and stifled the agreed Resolution passed for an investigation into healthcare.

“We note that there is a call by the current Government now for an investigation by the end of January next year but we demand an investigation immediately.

“Our Party’s Leader has written to the Governor to this effect and we expect that the investigation will take priority, given the amount of monies involved, and the veil of secrecy as to its true state.

“The Staff at NHIB must be congratulated for its stance as it seems to have yielded this important disclosure.”

The PDM also called for the Minister of Finance and the Premier to resign even before Polling Day.

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Letter to the Honourable Sharlene Cartwright The Honourable Sharlene Cartwright Leader of the Opposition Government of the Turks & Caicos Islands

Dear Ms. Cartwright: The Condition of the Turks & Caicos Islands National Health Insurance Plan The press revealed last week that this Plan is effectively bankrupt, and requires an immediate infusion of $6.2 million to meet its current obligations. The financial difficulties that have led the NHIP to its current position have been going on for years (perhaps since its very inception), and this deficit did not suddenly crop up overnight.

My question to you is why, as the Official Opposition in our Government, your Party did not bring this sad state of affairs to the attention of the citizens many years ago?

Although I fully appreciate the limited power of the Opposition to influence policy when facing a Majority Government, why did you not forcefully bring to the attention of our citizens, who are the primary stakeholders in this health insurance “scheme”, at least the following critical facts: 1) That the NHIP Board has not yet presented the annual reports on its activities (as stipulated under the NHIP Ordinance 2009) that are due by September 30 of each year, in respect of the fiscal year ending the immediately preceding March 31.

2) That the Minister of Finance has not laid before the House of Assembly a copy of every account or report submitted to him in respect of the NHIP, again as mandated by the NHIP Ordinance or, if he has, why were the contents of these reports not the subject of outrage by the Opposition?

3) That the NHIP Board has (presumably) not built up the required cash reserve equal to six months operating expenditures, and lodged that reserve in a reputable bank.

4) That the actuarial reports required by the Ordinance for the fiscal years ended on March 31 of 2010, 2013 and 2016, with their included opinions as to the financial condition of the NHIP, have not been laid before the House of Assembly or, if they have, where was the Opposition during the disclosure of the failure of our national health insurance program?

This financial disaster at the NHIP is only the latest in the ongoing series of controversies plaguing health care in this country, and why has your Party not pressed the Government on: Why Dr. Ewing has not been made to come clean about his role in the offshore treatment scandal that enveloped us before he became Premier?

Why the KPMG audit of the Interhealth Canada operations here has not yet been released to the public?

Why details of the ridiculously expensive cost of our hospitals not yet been provided for public scrutiny?

The working people and employers of the Turks & Caicos Islands are making very significant contributions to the NHIP, with the understandable expectation that it will take cover their medical care when the need arises.

Over the past few years, we have seen a drastic reduction in the quality of offshore care provided when our local hospitals are incapable of dealing with a particular medical condition. First the private hospitals in South Florida were closed to us, and then the public ones too, all because their accounts weren’t being settled. Apparently the hospitals in the Bahamas are also inaccessible now, and such limited offshore care as NHIP deigns to approve is currently being handled in Jamaica or the Cayman Islands – how long before these countries also get fed up with the Turks & Caicos Islands not paying its bills?

Where was your “shadow” health care critic while all this was playing out?

The People’s Democratic Movement is now asking the electorate of the Turks & Caicos Islands to give them a chance to form the next Government. Are you kidding? I have long argued that the PDM has never offered any concrete outline of what they would do differently for the country if the leadership were theirs, and now your total silence over the ongoing deterioration of our national health care system makes it very apparent that the PDM is also incapable of functioning effectively in the role of Opposition! Almost like a screen door on a submarine – a bad idea, no matter where you put it!

The people of the Turks & Caicos Islands deserve so much better!

F.W. Lorne Rowe Providenciales

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Junkanoo museum opens on the island of Providenciales A JUNKANOO Museum has recently opened on the island of Providenciales to preserve the heritage and culture of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI).

An official opening was held last Friday at its location on the Old Airport Road, where visitors and tourists had the opportunity to explore inside the establishment, take photos and try on various Junkanoo costumes.

Kitchener Penn, director of We Funk Junkanoo band, said that he was ecstatic to see his new vision fulfilled.

“What I envisioned was a situation where people could come, put on the costumes, take pictures with the

costumes and beat the drums. All of this within their time frame and within their leisure. The aim is for them have fun and enjoy our history and culture.

“I spent the last six months working, building and constructing with the costuming; I did have help with the artwork. I know what I wanted and where I wanted it… this is what we wanted to create, a situation where visitors can see what we have within our waters,” Penn said.

Mr Penn encouraged the private and public schools to take advantage of the information available at the museum, as he says it is vital for the children to know their roots.

“We have here what our island

Shaun Dean dies at the age of 36

The wreckage of the red Nissan 350Z car that Shaun Dean was driving

BY DAISY HANDFIELD

These visitors were fascinated by the costumes

needs and what we can spread on and share with our young people,” he said.

Wesley Winfield, a tourist who was present during the opening

Shaun Dean dies after crashing into an electrical pole

BY DAISY HANDFIELD SHAUN Dean is being remembered as a loving husband, father, friend, and business man who always brought smiles to everyone’s face.

Dean, aged 36, was identified on Friday as the man killed in a single motor vehicle accident during the early hours of November 25, in Providenciales.

Around 12:57 am, police medical services, and fire officials arrived on the scene of the accident on Leeward highway’s south bound lane where they noticed a red Nissan 350Z car with extensive damages and a lone passenger inside.

According to police officials, due to the extent of the wreckage, the

driver was trapped inside and was freed by the fire services using Jaws of Life.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the vehicle was traveling westward on the Leeward Highway when it collided with a utility pole.

Dean, who sustained serious injuries, was taken to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre where he later died.

Dean was also well-known by tourists through his boating company, Island Vibes.

Shortly after the news broke, family and friends poured condolences via social media pages.

One said: “So sad to hear you’re gone. We lost a friend and heaven gained a new angel. Our times

together will continue to be beautiful memories that I will always treasure.

Sending my deepest condolences and praying for your family and friends.

This is how I’ll always remember you, full of joy and good laughs.

Miss you! RIP Spliff.”

Another said: “Wow I’m sad to hear such tragic news. The world has lost such a beautiful soul. Praying for your family and loved ones during this difficult time. Thanks for the great memories. Rest in paradise Spliff.”

Policed are continuing their investigation into the accident and are seeking to locate anyone who may have witnessed the crash.

The police can be reached at phone numbers 338-5901/941-8067.

described the museum as ‘absolutely beautiful’.

He said: “It is beautiful to see a group of people that are so into their culture, that they built a museum. It is just wonderful and inspiring and this is a lovely establishment.”

Penn said that the main focus of the museum is Junkanoo, but it also brings attention to all of TCI’s natural beauty that makes the archipelago

unique.”

The TCI Junkanoo Museum will put on three shows daily, where visitors and tourists can learn how the costumes and instruments are made.

Individuals will get a brief lesson on playing the Junkanoo drums, along with the opportunity to take photos and document their experiences.

Christopher Forbs

Murder trial for Christopher Forbes set for July 2017 BAHAMIAN national Christopher Forbes, who appeared in the Grand Turk Supreme Court last week, has been remanded until his trial date, which is set for July 13, 2017.

Prior to this court appearance, Mr Forbes appeared in November for a sufficiency hearing, where the judge found that there was sufficient evidence to continue the case against him.

The accused is currently facing charges for two counts of murder, which tie him to the

deaths of two young Dominican women.

One of the victims, Sonrineida Moreno Arias, a 26-yearold Dominican woman was found dead in the bushes of Providenciales on July 13.

The second woman, Yuneiry Veras, was also discovered in bushes around the same area of Providenciales on April 23.

The 33-year-old man was arrested by detectives of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force at his home in Millennium Heights on August 31.

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Agriculture, employment, youths and security high on Courtney Missick`s agenda

BY OLIVIA ROSE GROWING MORE food locally and creating a healthier population is at the forefront of All- Islands Candidate Courtney Missick`s political campaign.

Voters will have a myriad of candidates to choose from when they head to the polls on December 15, 2016, but one man is optimistic that voters will give him an opportunity to represent them in a more meaningful way.

Longstanding political activist, pastor and television personality, Courtney Missick is hoping that his dreams and desires for a better nation will be brought into fruition once elected to represent the people.

Missick, in an exclusive interview with the Weekly News, said he believes that in order for the Turks and Caicos Islands to prosper ‘the people’, a country`s most valuable resource has to be at the core of its development.

He revealed that his manifesto is built on seven pillars, each with an aim to bring success, security, wealth and freedom to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

These pillars are: ‘Sustainable Development of the Agricultural Sector’, which focuses on developing agriculture in the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) by getting more people, especially youths, involved in growing food for a healthier nation.

He said: “This will be done through ensuring that there is a linkage between the food we eat and the medicine we take, as they must complement each other.”

Missick plans to redesign the

All –Islands candidate Courtney Missick

existing Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) Farm into a modernized model farm for all agricultural farms that will be replicated on a larger scale across the TCI. “Design a Program in which a ten (10) acre tutorial plot will be created in a section of the TCIG Farm where aspiring farmers can be taught various farming techniques which are best suited for our environment.

“Grant long-term Crown land lease of up to three (3) acres per person/group at the pepper corn rate of $10 per acre per year in a designated area identified as being best suitable for farming.

“Grant farming subsidies of up to $50,000 per acre for startup cost which would include purchase of seedlings, plowing of land, Insurance and partial payment of workers for up to one year.

“Design initiatives that will encourage Community and Home Farming.”

Aulden ‘Smokey’ Smith recently passed away in Jamaica AULDEN ‘Smokey’ Smith, a former policeman and former Member of the House of Assembly, representing his home island of Salt Cay in the 1980’s, passed away in Jamaica last Saturday.

Smith was a pioneer in native cooking, with his famous restaurant, Smokey’s on the Bay. He was kind to all and possessed a cheerful personality and unquestionable skills in the kitchen.

“Smokey” leaves to mourn numerous friends, family members children, including his son, the popular Chef Nik of Crackpot Kitchen

Aulden ‘Smokey’ Dean

He was loved and respected by many in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Pillar 2 focuses on ‘Engaging Present and Former Civil Servants’ to craft policy initiatives.

He said: “The re-engagement of former civil servants who left through the redundancy exercise on contractual terms would return some of the institutional knowledge previously lost and would reduce the learning curves of the new civil servant recruits.

“Gratuity will be offered as a part of their contract term to entice their return.

“For current civil servants a review of the recent regrading exercise will be conducted to ensure salary distribution was equitably conducted, inclusive of the recent 2.5% salary increase. This is in addition to the reinstating of long term benefits in some form.”

PILLAR 3 is geared towards ‘Creating a Technical School for Youth of the TCI’ to provide them with the necessary skills to become employable within the TCI Economy.

He noted: “Courses will include a practical and theoretical curriculum in Carpentry; Plumbing; Electrical; Block Laying; Building Engineering; Contracting and Masonry.

“Pillar 4 is aimed at ‘Diversifying the Economy through Invest TCI’ this will target local businesses from the salt industry to our present day tourism industry.

“It is no longer acceptable for us to continue on this trajectory into the future, Grants of up to $70,000 to be provided for start up business in a variety of areas.

“Technical assistance will be provided through the Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) which will see an increase in fulltime staff to accomplish the goals.”

Missick revealed that Pillar 5 aims to ‘Enforce the existing Public and Private Understudy’ Program Policies for contract officers or work permit holders.

“To this end it will be to ensure that all students completing the Technical School Programs, TCICC Graduates, Graduates from abroad or persons looking to retool their skills are feed into the various understudy programs within companies and given an opportunity to succeed.

“Pillar 6; ‘Enforce Placement in Private School of Work Permit Endorsed Children’ The Immigration policy is very clear that all children who are endorsed on their parents work permit have to be placed in a private educational institution as for an endorsement to be granted proof of enrollment is required.

Missick said: “If we allow this illegal practice to continue the people of the TCI and the public purse will continually be at a loss because if a work permit fee is $2,500 a year but a child’s education is valued at $5,000 a year that we are on the losing end of that transaction.

“We will implement a spot check

Missick rests under the shade of a banana tree after a long day on the farm

system whereby checks are made by independent persons to verify that the schools the children are registered in that they are still there.

“If they are not, the endorsement and or work permit would subject to cancellation if the child was not relocated to another private institution.”

“Pillar 7; “The Establishment of a Board of Implementation in order for all six other pillars to work effectively, there must be oversight hence the proposal of the establishment of the Board of Implementation.”

Turning his attention to the recent National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) saga, where funds were allegedly misappropriated Missick jabbed the Government for being negligent and the Opposition for its passivity.

Missick is adamant that the incumbent administration wasted their opportunity to leave a positive impression on the population.

He said: “We need proper representation in this country, the people in this country have been crying out for so long, and nobody is listening to them, the people are not getting the attention they deserve.”

“Look at the health care system that is falling apart, you have to ask the question, where was the government?

Who was watching who? Who`s paying attention? What is going on with these statutory body`s?”

“The Premier who is the Minister of Health in this country should not allow that to happen, because there should be checks and balances, at least about every three months an overall review of the health care system.”

He argued that it is evident that there are no systems in place to prevent these embarrassing

situations.

“Shouldn’t the Opposition leader demand some audit report, she claims that the Opposition does not have the power and they’re not the Government, but they do have certain powers, they just didn’t use it.”

Missick\,who hails from Kew in North Caicos, began farming at the tender age of 14 while other children his age were playing ring games and bat and ball.

He started his very first farm on a quarter of an acre plot near the back of his yard, growing bananas, cabbage, beets, papayas, and sweet peppers while also harvesting honey from the use of bee hives from the then defunct Government farm.

His lifelong familiarity with farming has solidified his love for the field and people.

In 2010, Missick had a sterling opportunity to represent his people on a national stage on the Consultative Forum he seized the chance and gave voice to the voice less most notably on the issues of Constitutional Reform, Immigration, and Crown Land Policy serving for two years. While still on the Forum in 2011, Courtney began ‘Talk Dat’ with then Co-Host Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, which was developed in tandem with Mrs. Rose Higgs as a Talk Show on PTV. Using this new platform, he has advocated for various issues on national importance for the last five years.

Missick is seeking the support of the general public to take his activism to the next level in the political areas and to take the same style of representing in the House of Assembly so he can continue ‘feeding and representing’ the country and its people.

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Conch is one of the main topics of discussion during the annual Conch Festival

WE FUNK Junkanoo band had the crowd dancing their socks off

Chefs from the Provo Community College campus partook in the festivities

Workers trenching and laying new pipelines to provide city water access to residents of Long Bay

Full scale city water project in the works for long Bay residents

BY OLIVIA ROSE Breezy Bay Girls performed a dance piece

Henry Da Conch is one of the major attractions of the Conch Festival

Over 1000 guests attend the thirteenth annual Conch Festival in Wheeland

BY DAISY HANDFIELD OVER 1000 people, including locals and visitors, flooded “northside” in Provo, where they feasted on food and drinks and friendly competitions during the thirteenth annual Provo Conch festival.

The festival was held last Saturday in Wheeland, Blue Hills, and saw over 15 different restaurants compete in variety of ‘conch’ categories and over 20 vendors selling local wellknown cuisines.

These restaurants competed in

three different categories: Best in Conch Chowder, Best in Conch Salad and Best in Specialty Conch.

Beaches Turks and Caicos took home a trophy for ‘Most Popular’, a title awarded by the crowd.

Island Boys Catering, spearheaded by chef Wilkey, won first place in ‘Best Conch Chowder’ and ‘Best conch Specialty’.

Seven Stars Resort took home first place for the ‘Best Conch Salad’ category.

Bernard Gerbex, vice president and cofounder of the Conch Festival

said in an interview that he was pleased with the turnout and that although the Turks and Caicos was not as busy as previous years, the event was still deemed successful.

Mr Gerbex also explained that the idea of the Festival came about over a decade ago, when there was not much activity going on in Blue Hills.

He said that he wanted to draw more people to that constituency.

The Conch Festival has become an event which is looked forward to by many residents and visitors, on an annual basis.

A FULL scale city water project is in the works for Leeward and Long Bay in an effort to make water accessible for all.

The water project is being constructed to the tune of $500,000.00

by Provo Water Company and is scheduled for completion in 90 days.

According to a Government release, Leeward and Long Bay representative, Deputy Premier Akierra Missick, expressed her elation that the project is finally off the ground.

Construction work on the municipal water project includes trenching and laying on new pipelines to provide city water access to residents there.

Minister Missick, commenting on the project, said: “This is more than a dream come true,” “This is bigger than a political promise; this is Government acting for the people so that the essentials needs are met.”

The Long Bay Hills subdivision is a project developed by the previous Progressive National Party (PNP) administration to offer residential lots in a suburban environment at an

affordable price.

The subdivision was outfitted with paved roads and electricity when it was initially developed, however, some services were not available to residents as Government funding dried up for such projects under the interim administration.

However, Last year a number of residents expressed concern during a community council meeting as they were being billed thousands of dollars for city water access prior to connections to their individual homes.

Following the meeting the Minister approached the Public Works Ministry and requested that the Government explore the possibility of having a full scale city water project for the area to make water accessible for those residents.

In the past, some residents were quoted over $10,000 for water connection, now with the Government-funded project, residents are able to get water connections for the same price as the rest of Providenciales.

The project was approved and funding allocated in the 2015/2016 and further supplemented in the 2016/2017 budget.

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Dentures THE DENTIST AND YOU 

BY DR.EMILY OSMOND

remaining in the jaw.

Dentures, bridges and implants, are the three options that are available to replace missing teeth. In this article I want to focus on dentures (‘false teeth’), which are removable devices that can replace one, several or all of your teeth.

There are several factors that will determine whether dentures are the best solution for you. Your dentist will be able to advise you but in general a denture might the most suitable route for you if, i) there has been significant loss of bone, ii) the remaining teeth are failing, iii) budget is limited.

SINGLE TOOTH DENTURE The simplest form of denture is a flipper or spoon denture. This is a plastic (acrylic) denture that is used in the upper jaw often to replace a single missing front tooth. This may be used as a temporary solution while a bridge or implant restoration is being constructed or can be a low cost longer term solution. Relative to a bridge or an implant this is a cheaper solution and for many is preferable to a gap. However, the downside is that it is not fixed in and can therefore be liable to move or even drop out completely.

PARTIAL DENTURES Partial dentures can be used to replace anything from one tooth to nearly all teeth in the arch (jaw) although the design and construction will depend on exactly what is

MULTIPLE TOOTH PARTIAL DENTURE A partial denture to replace multiple missing teeth is a more complex design and can incorporate clasps/ clips to help keep the denture firmly

YOUR BODY  Dr Craig Zavitz is a Canadian chiropractor registered in the Turks and Caicos Islands. He specialises in gentle manual therapies, activator, therapeutic laser, and smoking cessation. To make appointments call 941-5252 or email craig@gracebaychiro.com. For more information visit www.gracebaychiro.com.

FULL DENTURES If you have no teeth at all a full denture may be the most suitable choice. These are almost always made of acrylic although sometimes a metal strengthener can be built into the denture base in increase durability. When teeth are lost the bone that was supporting the teeth also reduces over time and the

denture is designed to replace both the teeth and the lost bone/gum.

Full upper dentures tend to stay in place quite well as it is possible to get suction against the palate. Lower full dentures can be liable to move as the tongue and floor of the mouth are much more mobile and this can give rise to the ‘clacking’ noise that can sometimes happen with people who wear dentures. Patients learn to control dentures with their tongue and can use denture adhesive to help.

If denture movement is a problem it may be possible to place implants in the bone and then make a denture

that clips on to the implants to keep it stable.

IN THE LONG TERM Dentures can be a long term solution but any patient considering them as an option should be aware that over time the bone which supported the original teeth will continue to reduce and thus the denture will fit less well and will ‘sink’ relative to the adjacent teeth. You will also find that the acrylic will wear down. Therefore over the long term it should be expected that the dentures will require repair and/or replacement.

BY Dr Craig Zavitz

Beat the pain caused by your favourite digital devices As you read this article, more than likely on your phone or tablet, take a moment to notice your posture.

There’s a good chance that your back is hunched, your head is tilted forward and your shoulders are rounded. When school season starts many students from grade school to university will be spending a large portion of their day looking

in place. The denture can be made of plastic (acrylic) and have wire clips or can be a cast metal framework with the teeth mounted in gum coloured acrylic.

The metal framework is a much stronger design than the acryliconly and can be made as a skeleton frame and in much thinner section to reduce the bulk in the mouth. Metal dentures tend to rest on the adjacent teeth and clip more firmly in place and so are less likely to move and rub against remaining teeth.

at a screen as they text friends, read e-books and write essays. Be sure to keep an eye on your posture during these activities. Your back and neck will thank you.

Did you know that bending your head to look at your phone can put up to 60 pounds of pressure on your spine? A 2014 study in Surgical Technology International showed

that even a 15-degree head tilt adds 27 pounds of pressure. As we use our phones and laptops more and more, that stress adds up!

Hand-held devices aren’t going anywhere soon — they’re useful and convenient. As you tap and swipe, follow these tips to avoid the aches and pains that come with the digital age.

TAKE A BREAK Holding up your phone or tablet for extended periods of time can strain the muscles in your shoulders, arms and fingers. Let your arms rest at your sides every so often.

The 20-20-20 rule Give your eyes a break! Every 20 minutes, take 20 seconds to look about 20 feet ahead (or as far as possible).

When watching lectures on your tablet or laptop, be sure to prop it up against something so your shoulders and arms can relax.

CHANGE POSITIONS Next time you’re thinking of pulling an all-nighter, try to avoid sitting for longer than 30 minutes at a time. Get up and walk around!

AIM HIGHER Raise your phone up closer to eye level to reduce strain on your neck.

STRETCH IT OUT Slowly turn your head towards your left shoulder, hold for five seconds and repeat on your right side. You can also visit my website for additional exercises www.gracebaychiro.com The only thing that’s more important than “perfect” posture is movement. If you still have pain and discomfort after trying these tips, visit a chiropractor to develop a plan to keep you pain-free.

Dr. Craig Zavitz will be in Provo December 12-17. Call or text 347-8964 to arrange your appointment.

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Leader for the PDM, Sharlene CartwrightRobinson partook in the clean-up

Hon Sean Astwood along with PDM candidates and volunteers clean up Five Cays

Hon Sean Astwood and his team clean up Five Cays again ANOTHER clean-up campaign was conducted in Five Cays over the weekend by the Deputy Leader of the PDM, Sean Astwood, along with his team.

During the clean-up Mr Astwood highlighted the dangers of littering and illegal dumping.

The campaign targeted the road from Bar’s gas station leading to Bugaloo’s Conch Crawl, which he said gives tourists their first impression when arriving in Five

Cays.

Astwood said littering and illegal dumping is not just a problem in Five Cays, but throughout the country.

He also stated it is important to equip community members with the knowledge of waste management, recycling and re-use of products. “It is also important to note that illegal dumping is a criminal offence, which is a very serious health hazard. We encourage our people to refrain from littering because it can badly affect

Weekly Recipe

Tuna and Rice Bake

INGREDIENTS • 40g butter • 1/4 cup plain flour • 3 cups milk • 4 medium onions, chopped • 1 can tuna in olive oil, drained • 1 cup frozen peas • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind • 1/4 cup lemon juice • 2 tablespoons wholegrain mustard • 3 cups cooked long-grain Rice • 2 bacon rashers, trimmed, finely chopped • 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese • Lemon wedges, to serve PREPARE • Preheat oven to 350F • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour. Cook, stirring with a

BY ADELE VAN SCHOOR wooden spoon, for 1 minute or until bubbling. Remove from heat.

Add milk, 1⁄4 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Return pan to heat.

Cook, stirring until mixture thickens.

Remove from heat.

• Add onion, tuna, peas, lemon rind, lemon juice, mustard and rice to sauce. Season well with salt and pepper. Stir to combine. Spoon rice mixture into a baking dish.

Smooth top. Sprinkle with bacon and cheese.

• Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until bacon is golden and crisp. Serve with lemon wedges.

the health of the community.”

Astwood said it was very important to teach people awareness through demonstration. “That is why our PDM team embarked on a practical experience by going all out to clean up the area most travelled by those going in and out of Five Cays.”

He said the problem of littering affects everyone and it is important to deal with it accordingly.

“People throughout the entire country must make sure that

their thrash is secured in a proper receptacle. This means putting all thrash in trash cans and properly sealing your garbage containers.

Business owners should also educate their employees by placing anti-litter signs next to their businesses. They must also encourage their employees to take pride in their workplace by keeping it litter-free.”

He said litter creates ugliness in public places, including streets, parks and impacts on real estate

value. “Litter can kill aquatic life and decrease oxygen levels when it decays in water. Most litter can be recycled, which not only protects the environment, but saves our natural resources.”

Astwood thanked PDM Party Leader Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, PDM At Large candidate Karen Malcolm, Bugaloo’s, public workers, volunteers and community members who took part in the cleanup campaign.

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“We March Bahamas” organiser says group will not relent in meeting demands COMMUNITY activist Ranard Henfield, organiser of Friday’s “We March Bahamas” protest, said he meant no disrespect in refusing to meet with Prime Minister Perry Christie about protestors’ concerns, adding that his group will not relent in its push to get their demands met.

Speaking as a guest on the 96.9 FM show, The Revolution hosted by Juan McCartney, Mr Henfield said he never had intentions to sit and meet with Mr Christie.

He said he was of the view that the prime minister would address concerns put forth by his group in the public domain in a time frame prescribed by the group.

Last Tuesday, protest organisers issued a list of 23 non-partisan demands to the prime minister and several of his Cabinet ministers.

They also called for a public response to their letter on the steps of the House of Assembly.

Mr Christie in a five-page statement released last Thursday stressed that he was “painfully aware” that the country had suffered tremendous setbacks, ultimately issuing an invite to the group to meet.

“I meant no disrespect in refusing to meet with the prime minister, but I think the letters on November 9 and 22 are very clear,” said Mr Henfield.

“I did not ask to meet with the prime minister you know, the demands were clear; we want these

things done to empower and enrich every Bahamian regardless of their political affiliation and we want these things done by November 25. Should you not do these things for us by November 25, should you not amend these acts of Parliament; put forth new legislation on these issues, instruct the attorney general to commence certain court actions, for the beach access for example.

“Should you not do these things, we will move to stage two, and stage two means we will move people to vote into the hundreds or in the thousands. We did that at the march on Friday, with the Parliamentary Registration (Department), that registered so many people in to the night hours that they ran out of voter’s cards,” he added.

“We said in stage two that it would be that we would create focus groups; and we had thousands of people signed up at that march to be a part of focus groups or a national think tank in which they were putting forth their suggestions on how we fix this country.”

The organisers’ refusal to meet with Mr Christie has been described as arrogant and disappointing by some Cabinet ministers.

On Monday, Mr Henfield also dismissed Tall Pines MP Leslie Miller’s challenge for the community activist to run as a candidate in the next general election.

On Sunday, Mr Miller said he would pay the activist $1,000 for every vote beyond 200 he receives if he runs in the 2017 general election.

Brushing off the challenge, Mr Henfield told The Tribune he had no time to “squabble with a potcake.”

He said: “That is the problem with these career politicians. They want you to get down and fight in the mud with them when you offer up national advice. I would be idiotic to argue back and forth with Mr Miller. I am here, working from the community and I will not relent until we have the best possible government in place.

“They put their egos above people. I will not make that mistake and I am not running in any election.

I am not interested in his ego trip.”

The activist also criticised the “gross levels” of power held by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), which he thinks will lead to the Bahamas’ demise if left unchecked by the people.

Urging voters to “see reality”, Mr Henfield claimed that the OPM has, through successive governments, accrued a level of power that could border on a dictatorship if left in “the wrong hands.”

Speaking to The Tribune on Monday, Mr Henfield said he has to “ring the alarm,” insisting that a progressive Bahamas could not be experienced under the thumb of a “power-centric government.”

The most active hurricane season in four years comes to an end THE 2016 Atlantic hurricane season officially ends today as the first above-normal season since 2012, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

There were 15 named storms during 2016, including 7 hurricanes (Alex, Earl, Gaston, Hermine, Matthew, Nicole, and Otto), 3 of which were major hurricanes (Gaston, Matthew and Nicole).

NOAA’s updated hurricane season outlook in August called for 12 to 17 named storms, including 5 to 8 hurricanes, with 2 to 4 of those predicted to become major hurricanes.

Several Atlantic storms made landfall in the Caribbean this year, including Hurricane Earl in Belize and Hurricane Matthew in Haiti, Cuba, and the Bahamas.

The strongest and longest-lived storm of the season was Matthew, which reached maximum sustained surface winds of 160 miles per hour and lasted as a major hurricane for eight days from September 30 to

There were 15 named storms during 2016, including 7 hurricanes (Alex, Earl, Gaston, Hermine, Matthew, Nicole, and Otto), 3 of which were major hurricanes (Gaston, Matthew and Nicole).

October 7.

Matthew was the first Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic basin since Felix in 2007. It intensified into a major hurricane on September 30 over the Caribbean Sea, making it the first major hurricane in that region since Poloma in 2008. It made landfall as a Category 4 major hurricane in Haiti, Cuba and the Bahamas, causing extensive damage and loss of life.

“The strength of Hurricane Matthew as well as the increased

number of US landfalling storms this season were linked to large areas of exceptionally weak vertical wind shear that resulted from a persistent ridge of high pressure in the middle and upper atmosphere over the Caribbean Sea and the western Atlantic Ocean,” said Dr. Gerry Bell, lead seasonal hurricane forecaster at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center.

“These conditions, along with very warm Caribbean waters, helped fuel Matthew’s rapid strengthening.”

(Caribbean360)

If the preliminary results withstand challenges by three of his closest rivals in coming weeks, Jovenel Moise will have earned the presidency with 55 percent of the votes in a field of 27 candidates.

Moise says he’s ready for tests facing Haiti THE political newcomer chosen to lead deeply divided Haiti for the next five years says he’s eager to improve the lives of desperately poor families in the long-neglected countryside and bring steady economic advances to one of the least developed nations in the world.

Jovenel Moise, an upbeat entrepreneur, said reviving the economically blighted countryside where almost 80 percent of households farm is one of his major goals. He described the rural poor as the backbone of his homeland’s fragile economy.

“It’s really important to change the lifestyle of these people,” Moise told The Associated Press in his first interview with an international news agency since officials issued preliminary results showing he won the Nov. 20 election in a landslide.

If the preliminary results withstand challenges by three of his closest rivals in coming weeks, Moise will have earned the presidency with 55 percent of the votes in a field of 27 candidates.

The result is supposed to be certified on Dec. 29 after an electoral tribunal resolves the challenges.

In the interview at a Petionville campaign office, Moise said his priorities focus on agriculture, education, energy reform and foreign investment.

He said he’s looking forward to the challenge of building consensus and helping fix a political culture perpetually at war with itself.

“I am working hard to be close with the Parliament because there’s no way a president can work without deputies, without senators,” he said.

Robert Fatton, a Haitian-born politics professor at the University of Virginia, said that Moise will find governing difficult “if he is unwilling or unable to draw some key adversaries into his regime.”

“The next few weeks and months will be bumpy and will test Jovenel Moise’s statecraft and capacity to move the country in a new and hopeful trajectory,” he said.

The still-preliminary November victory came more than a year after Moise topped an initial presidential vote that was eventually thrown out

for alleged fraud, leading to a lengthy period of political limbo.

A businessman from northern Haiti, Moise had never run for office until he was hand-picked to be the Tet Kale party candidate by outgoing President Michel Martelly.

Some critics continue to view Moise’s ascent with suspicion, suggesting Martelly is using the candidate as a proxy. Moise laughed off the criticism, saying it is mostly about the snobbery of political elites in the capital.

“In Haiti, when you come from the countryside, the people here in Port-au-Prince, they think they know everything. But it’s not true and I’m the example. In the countryside you have good people also — with knowledge, with vision, with capacity,” Moise said.

The slender 48-year-old father of three said Martelly would be an adviser when he becomes president, and he wants to study his predecessor’s successes and mistakes. Other previous presidents also will serve as advisers, he said.

During his campaign, Moise touted his business background in agriculture.

In 2014, he launched the Agritrans banana exporting joint venture with the government on about 2,470 acres (1,000 hectares) in northeast Haiti with a $6 million loan approved

by Martelly’s administration. He proudly refers to himself by his campaign moniker, “Neg Bannan Nan” — “Banana Man” in Haitian Creole.

His first business venture was an auto parts company in Port-de-Paix, and he also distributed drinking water and created a project to bring renewable energy to several towns.

Haiti’s revamped Provisional Electoral Council has been trying to show that the Nov. 20 election, organised with mostly Haitian resources, was clean in a country where accusations of vote-rigging and election fraud have long been common and are sometimes accurate.

But three of the council’s nine members declined to sign the preliminary tally sheet, one of them telling local radio that he was “uncomfortable” with the results.

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Castro´s ashes wend way across Cuba to Revolution´s birthplace Draped in the red, white and blue national flag, Fidel Castro’s ashes began a marathon procession across Cuba on Wednesday to his final resting place in the east of the island, where the first shots in the Cuban Revolution were fired.

Castro, who ruled Cuba for half a century until 2008 and built a Communist state on the doorstep of the United States, died on Friday aged 90, plunging the Caribbean nation into nine days of mourning.

He was cremated on Saturday. It will take the cortege carrying his ashes three days to make the 550mile (900-km) journey eastward across his eyebrowshaped land to Santiago de Cuba, going back along the route taken by his bearded revolutionaries in their victory march to Havana in 1959.

The cortege slowly set off from the city´s Revolution Square on Wednesday morning, wending its way along Havana´s seafront drive the Malecon. Thousands

Current president of Cuba, Raul Castro makes his final salute.

lined the roadside along the procession route, many waving small Cuban flags or cheering.

The box containing Castro´s ashes sat in a glass case on a small flatbed trailer towed by a green military jeep, rimmed in white flowers.

“There will never be another like him,” he added, sitting in an electric wheelchair by the roadside in the town of Jovellanos around 96 miles (155 km) east of Havana, wearing a straw hat and a clutch of medals.

The interment will take

place on Sunday morning in Santiago de Cuba, where Fidel Castro first launched his revolutionary movement in 1953 with an assault on the Moncada barracks.

On Tuesday night, thousands of Cubans, as well as leaders of Cuba’s leftist allies and other developing countries, gathered in Havana’s Revolution Square for a service commemorating “El Comandante” (The Commander).

“Few lives have been so complete, so bright. He has left unconquered.”

Bermuda’s Commission of Inquiry: Brown’s lawyer: Rules were ‘bent’ EWART Brown’s lawyer told the Commission of Inquiry on Wednesday that if a “rule or two had to be bent” in the awarding of government contracts it had “nothing to do with corruption” and “everything to do with redressing the balance”.

Jerome Lynch, QC, who represents the former Premier, along with former Deputy Premier Derrick Burgess and businessmen Allan DeSilva, Edmund Lee Matvey and Arthur Bryan McLeod, told the four-person panel that the Progressive Labour Party was elected on a mandate of “making sure that those who had been excluded for far too long were included”.

The mindset of those in the charge of the country, he said, was: “So what if we had to bend a rule or two to include them.”

He was challenged by commission chairman Sir Anthony Evans on how that ethos related to the awarding of substantial contracts to overseas companies, such

as GlobalHue and Ambling, during Dr Brown’s tenure as Premier and Minister of Tourism and Transport.

“The evidence we have heard shows that substantial payments, very substantial payments, were paid out of the jurisdiction. I just wondered how the submission you have made could be relevant to this.”

Mr Lynch replied: “I’m seeking to try, if I may, to put into context some of the contracts.”

He said he was very conscious that Dr Brown, who would know about the GlobalHue and Ambling contracts, had exercised his right to privilege against self-incrimination and had not given evidence to the commission, so he could not explore those topics.

Mr Lynch said many people viewed the Commission of Inquiry as a “witch hunt”, a perception fuelled by the fact that the panel was comprised of a “retired white British judge who knows little of

black issues on this island” and a founder of the One Bermuda Alliance, references to Sir Anthony and John Barritt, respectively.

He said having three white commissioners and one “relatively junior” black member [Kumi Bradshaw], along with “white lawyers” acting as counsel to the commission, added to suspicions of discrimination.

Sir Anthony responded: “So what?” The chairman said the comments were “couched in very offensive terms”.

Mr Lynch said: “You should not think this is me making a political statement.”

The lawyer said he merely wanted the commission to be alive to the fact that many people felt that way and that giving some immunity from prosecution to witnesses might have helped alleviate concerns.

The tribunal’s public hearings are expected to conclude this afternoon, after closing submissions from the commission’s counsel.

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Entertainment Cooper reportedly expecting first child with Victoria’s Secret model girlfriend INTRODUCING Dadley Cooper.

Bradley Cooper and girlfriend Irina Shayk are expecting their first child together, sources told E! News.

The 41-year-old actor started dating the Russian model in April 2015, and the two moved in together in the West Village last November.

Shayk, 30, is in her second trimester and “so excited” about her first child, sources told the gossip website.

The model isn’t showing a baby bump yet — but she did manage to show off her figure at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in Paris on Wednesday in revealing lingerie.

Shayk did, however, cover up her midriff in a number of outfits, including a flowing trench coat and a red beaded fringe top.

She previously dated football star Cristiano Ronaldo for five years.

Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk are reportedly expecting their first child together.

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Trump says he will ‘leave business’ to focus on presidency PRESIDENT-ELECT Donald Trump has announced he is to leave his business empire to focus on the presidency and avoid perceived conflicts of interest.

Mr Trump gave few details but said he would expand on his plans at a press conference next month.

He has previously dismissed concerns over potential conflicts between his businesses and the presidency.

Meanwhile, former Goldman Sachs executive Steven Mnuchin confirmed he had been picked as treasury secretary.

Billionaire investor Wilbur Ross has been chosen for commerce secretary.

Mr Trump meanwhile focused on his plans to distance himself from his business in a series of four tweets released over 20 minutes.

As Mr Trump noted there is no legal requirement to liquidate assets but past US presidents have set aside their business dealings.

Mr Trump’s rivals have raised repeated concerns this may cause problems in the coming months.

The property tycoon is said to be currently worth $3.7bn (£3bn)

by Forbes magazine, with more than 500 different enterprises in his business empire.

Mr Trump, who takes office on 20 January, had previously indicated to the New York Times that he was

The employees of North American Stamping Group claimed the $420.9 million jackpot on Tuesday. The cash value of the prize is worth $254 million, which would be about $12.7 million before taxes per person.

Donald Trump has announced he will be leaving his business “in total”.

considering separating his two areas of responsibility but was confident he could run both “perfectly”.

He has also previously suggested he could hand over his sprawling business interests to his three eldest children - Ivanka, Eric and Donald Jr, who already hold roles within his empire.

However, Reince Priebus, Mr Trump’s incoming White House chief of staff, refused to say on MSNBC’s Morning Joe whether he was handing the business to his children or putting it into a blind trust, which would place the management of his assets in the hands of other experts.

“I’m not ready to reveal that really,” he said, adding Mr Trump had “got the best people in America working on it”.

Later on Wednesday, Trump

transition spokesman Jason Miller told Fox News’ Fox & Friends that the president-elect is “completely getting out of the business” and “handing it over to the family”.

Mr Miller added the midDecember news conference allows Mr Trump time to work out the details of breaking away from his business empire.

Less than a mile down the road from the White House sits one of Mr Trump’s potential conflicts of interest.

The brand new Trump International Hotel was leased to Mr Trump’s organisation in 2013 by the General Services Administration (GSA), a federal agency.

When he takes office, Mr Trump will be in charge of appointing the administrator of the GSA. (BBC)

London may seek separate Brexit deal, mayor warns LONDON could seek a deal to enable firms in the capital to continue recruiting staff from the European Union after Brexit, mayor Sadiq Khan has told business leaders.

In a speech to the Institute of Directors (IoD), he said he will hold a summit in the new year to consider proposals from business groups.

The mayor believes London firms must retain access to a skilled workforce.

He also accused ministers of not listening to the concerns of the City.

Mr Khan told the IoD he has been pressing the government to adopt a negotiating stance which satisfies demands for skilled workers.

He said his monthly meetings with ministers have given him the impression that “it doesn’t look like they are listening”.

“London’s businesses must retain access to the skilled workforce they need in order to grow - it’s absolutely essential to protecting jobs, growth and tax revenues across Britain over the next decade,” the mayor said.

“If the government ignores the

London’s mayor Sadiq Khan believes London firms must retain access to a skilled workforce.

needs of business and pushes ahead with a new system that cuts off access to skilled workers, then we will have no choice but to look at a London-specific solution.”

Setting out plans for a London summit, he added: “The City of London Corporation and London Chamber of Commerce have already done some crucial early thinking about options - but we need to go further and faster to make the case to the government and develop a new system.”

About 616,000 people born elsewhere in Europe currently work in London, equivalent to 12.5% of the capital’s workforce.

A spokesperson for the Department for Exiting the European Union said: “We’re determined to get the best possible deal for the UK and are preparing for a smooth and orderly exit from the EU. “There is no benefit to Britain by providing a running commentary on every twist and turn of these negotiations.

Twenty Tennessee co-workers to split $420 million Powerball jackpot TWENTY Tennessee co-workers at a metal manufacturing plant will split about $420 million from a Powerball jackpot, according to the Associated Press.

The employees of North American Stamping Group claimed the $420.9 million jackpot on Tuesday. The cash value of the prize is worth $254 million, which would be about $12.7 million before taxes per person.

Amy O’Neal told The Tennessean that she didn’t think the group would win, even though they’ve been playing the lotto for eight years.

“You never think you’re going to win this lottery, but you do it for fun,” she said.

The ticket purchased by the group matched all six Powerball numbers that were drawn on Saturday and was sold in Lafayette, Tennessee.

O’Neal, who bought the ticket

for the group, said they usually buy about $120 worth of tickets every Wednesday and Saturday to support education and the state of Tennessee.

She went to bed not thinking much about the Powerball jackpot at stake, but woke the next morning to her husband and son telling her the winning ticket was purchased in Lafayette.

“They were shaking me and shaking me,” she said, recalling the moment. “I went in and grabbed my tickets. It was the third one. I just started screaming. I had to look again, I thought I was in a dream.”

Kevin Southerland, a group winner, said he and a majority of his coworkers plan to keep working, although others may resign.

“All these people have always had a heart to help people and be there for people,” he said, tearing up.

Opec countries agree first oil output cut in eight years

Saudi Arabia agreed to cut output by about 500,000 barrels per day - a total reduction of 4.5%.

THE oil cartel Opec has agreed its first supply cut in eight years in order to boost the price of oil.

Mohammed Bin Saleh Al-Sada, Opec’s president, said a cut of 1.2 million barrels a day would start from January.

It comes after more than two years of depressed oil prices, which have more than halved since 2014, due to a supply glut on the market.

The price of Brent crude jumped 10% to $51.94 a barrel, and US crude rose 9% to $49.53.

In addition to the production

cut by Opec members, non-Opec countries will be expected to reduce production by 600,000 barrels a day, according to Mr Al-Sada.

He did not list which countries these might be, beyond saying Russia was prepared to cut 300,000 barrels from its output of more than 10 million barrels a day.

“This agreement comes from a sense of responsibility from Opec member countries and non-Opec member countries for the general well-being and health of the world economy,” he said.

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Louisiana man accused of stabbing his parents to death

Russia ‘not seeking conflict’ - Putin tells nation

A 28-year-old Louisiana man turned his family’s Thanksgiving weekend into a display of horror as he stabbed both his parents to death before dismembering them and attempting to dissolve their remains in acid, police said.

Joel Guy Jr. had travelled from his Baton Rouge home to celebrate Turkey Day with his parents and three sisters at their Knox County, Tennessee home, according to officials. He arrived on Wednesday and investigators said nothing was amiss as the family had dinner Thursday.

But then something must have gone terribly wrong.

Guy Jr.’s parents, Joel Guy Sr. and Lisa Guy, were last seen leaving their home on Friday to visit a relative.

Investigators were not immediately able to determine when or why Guy Jr. killed his parents, but believe the slayings must have happened at some point between Friday and midday Saturday.

Police were called to the house on Monday after one of Lisa Guy’s coworkers went to check in on her colleague after not hearing from her all weekend. Once they arrived, cops discovered the grisly scene.

“Their remains were found in multiple rooms in the house,” Knox County Sheriff Jimmy Jones said in a press release that described Guy Jr.’s crimes as “vicious” and “gruesome.”

Jones said Guy Jr. had placed some of his parents’ remains in an

RUSSIA is “not seeking conflict with anyone”, President Vladimir Putin has said in his annual Kremlin speech to parliament and the nation.

“Unlike some foreign colleagues who see Russia as the enemy, we do not seek - and never sought enemies. We need friends,” he said.

But “we will not permit harm to our interests”, he added.

He said Russia was ready to work with the new US administration to fight terrorism.

Mr Putin has previously said he hopes for better relations with the US once President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

He praised the courage of Russian military personnel fighting rebel groups in Syria, in support of President Bashar al-Assad - and drew applause in the ornate Kremlin hall.

“Of course I’m counting on joint efforts with the US in fighting a real - not invented - threat, that is, international terrorism,” he said.

He also warned that any attempt to “break the strategic parity” could be globally catastrophic - an apparent reference to the Russian-US nuclear balance.

US and EU politicians have criticised the heavy Russian bombing campaign in Syria, especially in Aleppo. They say

Joel Michael Guy Jr. has been charged with first degree murder.

acid-based solution that was so toxic it required advanced bio-hazard equipment for removal by a hazmat team.

“Due to the volume of evidence in such a disturbing scene, the KCSO Forensics Unit worked throughout the night Monday and into the following day,” Jones added.

Guy Jr. was arrested in the parking lot to his Baton Rouge home on Tuesday. He has been charged with first degree murder in the bloodcurdling slayings and was expected to make a court appearance Thursday.

While the investigation was still ongoing early Thursday, Knox County Sheriff’s Office major Michael MacLean had told reporters at a Wednesday press conference that the alleged killer was having financial problems and could’ve met with his parents to talk about money.

Colombian Congress ratifies new Farc peace accord COLOMBIA’S Congress has approved a revised peace accord to end the 50-year conflict between the government and the Farc rebel group.

The lower house ratified the pact a day after it was endorsed by the Senate, despite objections from the opposition.

The deal aims to end an armed conflict that has killed more than 260,000 people over five decades.

The first peace accord was rejected in a referendum, but the revised version does not require a popular vote.

President Juan Manuel Santos welcomed what he called “landmark backing” for a start to the process by which thousands of Farc fighters will leave jungle camps and lay down their arms.

The rebels are due to move to transition zones over the next six months, hand in their weapons and form a political party.

The army will move into former Farc-controlled territory

to prevent drug traffickers from taking it over.

Both sides reached a peace agreement earlier this year after four years of talks in the Cuban capital, Havana.

But the public voted by a narrow margin not to approve the deal when it was put to a referendum in October.

Opponents to the deal said it gave too many concessions to the Farc, including leniency for those who had committed crimes during the conflict.

In the wake of the surprise referendum result, the government and rebel leaders made changes to the deal.

President Santos says the new proposals are stronger and take into account changes demanded by opponents of the scheme.

The opponents, led by former President Alvaro Uribe, say the revised deal is still too lenient on Farc leaders. (BBC)

President Putin’s state-of-the-nation speech was televised live and lasted one hour 12 minutes.

Russia should strike harder against so-called Islamic State (IS), instead of backing President Assad’s forces, who are accused of grave human rights abuses.

He spoke of widening the Russian-led Eurasian partnership, saying: “I’m convinced that this conversation is possible with states of the European Union, where there is growing demand for an independent, subjective, political and economic course. And we see that in the results of elections.”

Most of his speech focused on Russia’s economic and social challenges. On the problem of corruption he said “it has become an unfortunate practice here to whip up a media frenzy around so-called high-profile cases”.

“The fight against corruption is not for show,” he stressed.

Last month Russia’s Economy Minister Alexei Ulyukayev was charged with taking a $2m (£1.6m) bribe to endorse a state takeover in the oil industry.

He pleaded not guilty to the charge. He is the highest-ranking Russian official held since the 1991 coup attempt in what was then the USSR. Mr Putin also said Russia was putting in place an outstanding antidoping system, in the wake of the Olympic doping scandal.

In a humiliating blow to Russian sporting pride, Russian athletes were banned from the 2016 Rio Olympics and Paralympics because of allegations of doping. (BBC)

Colombia: Plane crash suspected to have run out of fuel THE pilot of the chartered plane carrying a Brazilian football team told air traffic controllers he had run out of fuel and desperately pleaded for permission to land before crashing into the Andes, according to a leaked recording of the final minutes of the doomed flight In the sometimes chaotic exchange with the air traffic tower, the pilot of the British-built jet could be heard repeatedly requesting authorization to land because of “fuel problems”.

A controller explained another plane had been diverted with mechanical problems and had priority, instructing the pilot to wait seven minutes.

As the plane circled in a holding pattern, the pilot grew more desperate. “Complete electrical failure, without fuel,” he said in the tense final moments before the plane set off on a four-minute death spiral that ended with it slamming into a mountainside Monday night.

Just before going silent the pilot said he was flying at an altitude of 9,000 feet and made a final plea to land: “Vectors, señorita. Landing vectors.”

The recording, obtained on

For now, authorities are avoiding singling out any one cause of the crash, which killed all but six of the 77 people on board, including members of Brazil’s Chapecoense football team traveling to Medellin for the Copa Sudamericana finals.

Wednesday by Colombian media, appeared to confirm the accounts of a surviving flight attendant and a pilot flying nearby who overheard the frantic exchange. These, along with the lack of an explosion upon impact, point to a rare case of fuel running out as a cause of the crash of the jetliner, which experts said was flying at its maximum range.

For now, authorities are avoiding singling out any one cause of the crash, which killed all but six of the 77 people on board, including members of Brazil’s Chapecoense soccer team traveling to Medellin

for the Copa Sudamericana finals the culmination of a fairy tale season that had electrified football-crazed Brazil.

A full investigation is expected to take months and will review everything from the 17-year-old aircraft’s flight and maintenance history to the voice and instruments data in the black boxes recovered Tuesday at the crash site on a muddy hillside. The US National Transportation Safety Board was taking part in the investigation because the plane’s engines were made by an American manufacturer.

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SAMMIE BEEN PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD

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Must be able to work Monday Friday. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

TESLEN L. FORBES

SOUTH DOCK, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a:

LABOURER Must be able to work six days per week SALARY: $300.00 Bi-Weekly

TRAVIS PARKER GRAND TURK Is seeking a:

LABOURER

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WASTER CHERY FIVE CAYS Is looking for a:

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(649) 241-1403

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GENERAL PRACTIONER / EMERGENCY ROOM DOCTOR REQUIRED

(649) 442-2549

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WILLIAMS CONTRACTING SERVICES SOUTH DOCK PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a:

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12910

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SPENCE SECURITY AND INVESTIGATION SERVICES LTD The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of qualified person to fill the following position.

TECHNICIAN Responsibilities: • Install and maintain fire alarm, burglary alarm, integrated access control, including IP Camera Network Surveillance Systems.

• Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements • Computer and Systems Programing Qualifications: • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in fire and burglary alarm systems, and IP computer Network Surveillance Systems w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering /degree /certificates • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess a valid TCI driver’s license; • Must be able to work with minimum supervision • Must be able to work holidays, on call and after hours Salary starts @ $2500 plus commission How to apply: • Submit resume with cover letter, employment degree / and training certificates, copy of police record, and colour copy of passport

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SEND DOCUMENTS TO THE CHAIRMAN, SPENCE SECURITY, NO LATER THAN 12 DECEMBER 2016 SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, CARIBBEAN PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES

12903

THE TUSCANY RESORT Is looking for a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be able to work six days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed SALARY: $6.50 per hour

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GARDNER To work five (5) days a week, $5.50 per hour.

Interested persons Please contact us.

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ASSISTANT SITE MANAGER CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES Job Summary: Assist the Site Manager and Center Director at the South Caicos field station Qualifications: Maintain facilities including plumbing, electrical, and construction. Must be familiar with vehicle maintenance and repair – gas and diesel – and small boat engine repair. Able to work individually and as team member.

TO APPLY: PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO HHERTLER@FIELDSTUDIES. ORG BY DECEMBER 15, 2016. START DATE: FEBRUARY 2017

12904

December 3-9, 2016

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR We require a “hands on” Supervisor for a four-person maintenance and groundskeeping department.

This is a “working” position, and the Supervisor will be expected to teach and lead by example.

Successful candidate must have all of the following: • Supervisory experience • Mechanical, electrical & plumbing skills • Strong English communication skills - both written & verbal • Driver’s licence • Belonger status Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications & experience, and will include participation in the Resort’s service charge pool.

This position is NOT currently occupied by a work permit holder.

PLEASE FORWARD RESUMES TO DPAPKE@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM FORWARD RESUME TO: DPAPKE@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM 12919

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DELICIOUS DISHES AIRPORT ROAD Is looking for a:

NATURE SPLENDER LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is looking for a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $6.50 per hour

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GARDENER Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary: $7.00 per hour POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORKER PERMIT HOLDER

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

AGNES SWANN NORTH CAICOS Is seeking:

LABOURERS Must be willing to work 6 days per week. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CAICOS ARTISTRY BLUE HILLS Is seeking:

DA CONCH SHACK BLUE HILLS

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CLEANER/ BABYSITTER Must be able to work six days per week. Cleaning, taking care of children and assisting where needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

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THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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Must be able to work six days per week. Applicant must be honest and hard working SALARY: $8.50 per hour

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BLUE HILLS Is looking for a:

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BABYSITTER Must be able to work six days per week. Caring for children SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CARPENTER / CABINET MAKER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT:

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To run a special needs centre Individual must have experience in dealing with persons with disabilities, Health or Teaching experience preferred Salary: $2,000 per month based on qualifications

CONTACT:

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Must be able to work six days per week SALARY: $300.00 Bi-Weekly

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12892

NORTH CAICOS

12909

BLUE HILLS

12894

BLUE HILLS

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BRUSH CONTRACTORS

2 LABOURERS Salary: $6.25 per hour

MECHANIC HANDYMAN

Must be able to work six days per week. Fixing bikes and cars SALARY: $6.25 per hour

AMG ELECTRICAL

TIRE MAN

Must be willing to work 6 days per week SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

2 LABOURERS Salary: $6.25 per hour

ALL SAINTS EVANGELICAL ASSEMBLY

1 SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER Salary: $6.25 per hour

To work 6 days per week Salary $12.00 per hour Must have at least 10 years’ experience CHARLTON GARDINER BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9AM – 5PM

Must be able to work six days per week SALARY: $8.00 per hour

FISHERMAN To work 6 days per week Salary $10.00 per hour

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12891

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12899

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12880

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12915

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V & M SECURITY LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking a:

CLUB PILLOWS Seeks:

TEN & SANCHEZ CONSTRUCTION Is seeking the following:

ELECTRICIAN

SALARY: $ 8.00 PER HOUR

1 LABOURER

CONTACT:

12929

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $8.00 per hour

(649) 242-6938

Must have at least 3 years experience and able to work with little or no supervision.

Salary start at $6.25 per hour and is based on experience.

DOMESTIC WORKER

SALARY: $6.75 PER HOUR

LABOURER

Must be willing to work five days per week

Deadline for application is December 9th, 2016 INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND APPLICATION VIA FAX TO 649-941-4034 C/O ALLIANCE REALTY LTD. 12926

CONTACT:

(649) 232-4442

CAROLINA PHARMACY

FULLER GARDINER

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

LEEWARD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a:

LABOURER

HOUSEKEEPER

Must be willing to work six days per week including weekends Must be:Fluent in English and Creole, Computer literate.

Customer service oriented Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT:

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EMAIL RESUME AT CARROLINAPHARMACY@YAHOO.COM

(649) 946-4367

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 231-6676

KENDAL & TAZANA DISPOSIBLE (CANDLE A. THOMAS)

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

12924

CASHIER

KEW, NORTH CAICOS

12928

DOWN TOWN

Momentous Ltd. is seeking qualified individuals for the listed positions.

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered. All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be nonsmokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test. All salaries commensurate with experience.

Assistant Manager – Communications & Sales

SALARY: $6.75 PER HOUR

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SECURITY OFFICER

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(649) 332-6926

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Is seeking suitable applicants for the following positions:

CASHIERS

GROCERY PICKERS / VAN LOADERS DELI CLERKS WHOLESALE LATE NIGHT ORDER FILLER / PICKERS

• Ability to communicate, liaise, and negotiate internally and externally using appropriate methods to facilitate the development of profitable business and sustainable relationships • Strong understanding of Microsoft Office applications and ability to troubleshoot/diagnose computer and network issues • Manage and maintain effectiveness of IT • 5+ years project management experience • 5+ years managing and executing marketing plans • 5+ years computer network experience • 5+ years of experience in legal contract drafting and negotiation • 5+ years of experience in troubleshooting computer hardware/software issues • 10+ years sales experience • 10+ years of experience management, training, and recruiting staff according to company policies and employment laws, ensuring relevant HR procedures are followed

Assistant Manager – Product Development & Operations

• Demonstrated experience managing the full product development lifecycle, including product briefing, conceptual crafting, product line development, costing, prototyping, spec development, manufacturing, designing, testing, release • Create, execute and track agile project plans, including the User Story/ Acceptance Criteria process • Plan and manage sprint cycles. Ensure the timely and bug-free delivery of sprints.

• Build and lead a high performing internal team of development, technical, engineering, and design staff, while also leveraging external industrial designers, product designers, and vendor/factory resources to develop compelling new products • Ability to gather and analyze data and trends by extracting data directly from databases using Microsoft SQL • Experience in domain name industry including familiarity with launch and life cycle of new top-level domains • 5+ years of experience building hi-profile products and demonstrating a minimum of 3 successful product launches • 5+ years of experience with agile development methods • 10+ years of experience strategy development and project management • Bachelor’s Degree required

Assistant Manager – Technology

DELIVERY DRIVERS – MUST HAVE “B” CLASS DRIVER’S LICENSE Requirements: • Must be friendly, hardworking and honest • Must have a clean Police Record • Must be able to work in hot / cold environment • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • High school education preferred Only persons with TCI status requiring no work permits need apply for these positions Salary ranges from $7.25 to $11.00 per hour

INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN VISIT OUR HR OFFICE LOCATED, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, TO COMPLETE AN IN-HOUSE EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION. 12851

• Ability to work in a collaborative and agile environment using an iterative & incremental approach to development • Experience with high-traffic, load-balanced, secure and redundant applications • Ability to effectively lead & motivate a team • 10+ years programming knowledge including .NET, PHP, VBScript, Pascal, & COBOL • 10+ years of experience with Transact-SQL and Microsoft SQL Server including Query Analyzer, Enterprise Manager or including SQL Server Management Studio • 10+ years of experience in domain name industry • 10+ years of experience managing ICANN accredited registrars THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY OCCUPIED BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. QUALIFIED TURKS ISLANDER APPLICANTS ARE INVITED TO FORWARD RESUMES TO THE LABOUR BOARD. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ONLINE AT WWW. MOMENTOUS.COM. FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL CAREERS@MOMENTOUS.COM. 12853

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December 3-9, 2016

The Shore Club is now accepting applications/résumé for the following position. Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply:

HORTICULTURIST\LANDSCAPING MANAGER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides professional advice on the selection, ordering, planting, and maintenance of trees, shrubs, ground covers, and turf grasses on property.

• Plans and designs annual garden plans/planting layouts and perennial flower beds.

• Establishes and maintains high horticultural standards and practices; providing direction, training and motivation for the horticultural staff, interns and volunteers • Is a hands-on leader, actively working in the daily horticultural tasks in the exterior gardens and greenhouses • Works with garden volunteers/docents developing long-term productive relationships and growing the size of the program overtime • Manages and supports overall plant health and soil nutrition strategies for all gardens to include sustainable gardening practices and integrated pest management in the outdoor and indoor gardens • Establishes and oversees a systematic plant records policy, including direction of the plant collection policy and design aesthetic in coordination with The Shore Club’s master plan, mission, and strategies • Coordinates heating and cooling of greenhouses, irrigation systems and maintenance of horticultural equipment collaboratively with Grounds and maintenance • Responsible for the operational department budgets, budget monitoring, strategic planning, and any horticultural capital projects as needed (i.e, installation of new gardens) • Grows potted plants and nursery stock and maintains records on the growing operation.

• Trains and supervises subordinate personnel in greenhouse operations and in the proper methods and techniques of planting ornamental plants.

• Trains ground personnel in the techniques of pruning, wound dressing, cavity repair, and the cabling and bracing of trees and shrubs.

• Prepares orders for various types of plants and seeds.

• Inventories, maps, and labels trees and shrubs on campus for instructional and maintenance purposes.

• Preparation of maintenance programs for the control of plant diseases and insects.

• Prepares fertilizer programs for various types of plants.

• Confers with landscape architect and other personnel in the selection of plants.

• Supervises with the operation of the Departmental Greenhouse.

• Performs related duties as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of the growth, development and protection of plants, and use of plants for food, leisure, sports, social and environmental benefits • An understanding of horticultural plant production systems and how their components are integrated and managed in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner • Thorough knowledge of ornamental horticulture in all phases.

• Thorough knowledge of plant propagation and culturation.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of nursery management.

• Knowledge of the principles of supervision and management • Knowledge of the elementary principles of landscaping.

• Ability to supervise the work of others.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university in an appropriate curriculum and considerable experience related to this class of work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in horticulture, botany, natural sciences or a related field • Minimum of ten years’ experience as a professional horticulturist • Minimum of four years’ experience in management position Starting salary $30,000.00-$38,000.00 per annum but commensurate with experience & education, not including service charge.

MAINTENANCE MANAGER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish goals, measurements and results for the department along with the General Manager.

• Involvement in the preparation of the Maintenance Operating and Capital budgets.

• General operational and preventative maintenance of systems including: Boilers and heating systems; make up air and HVAC systems; Pool facilities; and General plumbing issues.

• Maintain hotel guest rooms and public areas by performing routine maintenance jobs and repairs.

• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling and ventilation systems.

• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on plumbing systems, electrical systems and appliances.

• Maintain the hot tub by ensuring a safe chemical balance through frequent testing.

• Organize, implement and track all maintenance projects for guestrooms and public areas.

• Monitor and revise as needed, departmental health & safety tools including training programs, policies and practices.

• Ensure a safe work environment is maintained at all times and that all colleagues are committed to working safely.

• Partner with Front Office Manager to ensure safe guest evacuation during emergencies (i.e. Fire Alarm).

• Motivate, train and lead maintenance personnel by personal example with a philosophy of work conduct, enthusiasm and personal development that leads to maximum performance and job satisfaction.

• Effective scheduling, vacation planning and department productivity to budget.

• Effective and timely interaction with all Hotel & Restaurant departments and positively impact guest experience by effectively and efficiently resolving maintenance concerns.

• Effective and timely interaction with HR regarding payroll (i.e. set up new hires, etc).

• Occasional maintenance to staff residence as required.

• A positive contributor to the leadership team of the hotel.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Prior Maintenance Management and/or supervisory experience within a operation equal in size and facilities.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to motivate and lead employees in a busy, high quality environment.

• Background in electrical and or plumbing are essential.

• Good English communication skills (both written & oral).

• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment. Ability to handle multiple requests in a fast-paced environment.

• Good training, coaching and mentoring skills are essential.

• Proven experience with budgets and payroll process is essential.

• Completion of high school and technical training required.

• Majority of work shift requires standing or walking 90% of the work day

• Many tasks require sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and/or positioning to accomplish tasks • Able to lift and carry up to 50+ lbs. is common and up to 150 lbs with assistance • Reaching is required at all levels throughout the work period • Climbing of stairs is required and may require up to 50% of the time • Previous hotel maintenance experience preferred • Able to work efficiently under time constraints • Able to work independently and with others Starting salary $40,000.00-$42,000.00 per annum but commensurate with experience & education, not including service charge.

POOL AND BEACH ATTENDANT • Must be able to work in all outdoor element, rain, sun, etc. as required • • • • • • •

Must be able to work long hours on feet Must be able to lift 30lbs or more Must know how to swim Must be trained and certified in CPR, First Aid. Life guard experience is a plus Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Creating a luxury guest experience through delivery of high level service for all pool and beach services Starting salary $6.75 per hour not including service charge.

COOK

• Must have previously worked as a line cook for a minimum of 1 year in similar operation pepa • Must be able to “prep” food products, using standardized food preparation techniques and learn menus, recipes, preparation and presentation • Acceptable knife skills • Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts • Prepare all orders turned in by wait-staff using Resort’s standard recipes with focus on consistency while ensuring all orders are cooked quickly and according to order • Maintain the work area, including all counter tops, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in a clean and sanitary condition Starting salary $6.25 - $10.00 per hour not including service charge.

BARTENDER Requirements:

• Must have 3 years’ experience as a bartender in luxury resort • Must have advanced knowledge of beverage preparation and service of alcoholic beverages with ability to mix, garnishes and present drinks using standard ingredient recipes.

• Maintain proper and adequate set-up of the bar on a daily basis and cleaning of bar area on closing.

• Requisitioning and stocking of all beer, wine, spirits, paper products, etc. and produce based projections from the daily functions sheet.

• Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting wage $7.00 per hour not including service charge and tips.

HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR

• Must have 5 years’ experience in luxury resort in same capacity • Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting wage $9.00 per hour not including service charge and tips.

POOL & BEACH SUPERVISOR

Responsibilities: • Oversees and maintain complete safety in and around pool and beach areas • Follows operating standards in accordance to TCI laws and hotel procedures on job duties and life-safety • Maintains proper levels of service and equipment furniture and maintenance • Assist in the conducting of guest activities in the pool areas • Monitor entire cleaning operations for the cleanliness, health and sanitation of the pools and surrounding area • Assist in every way possible to assure proper customer service is being upheld.

• Enforces pool and beach sanitation and safety rules and requirements • Supervises pool and beach areas for safety and customer service • Monitors and upholds guest areas (No Solicitation policy is enforced and facilities for registered hotel guests only) • Train new employees on proper protocol and customer service • Ensures all furniture setting are inline, organized and set to hotel resort standards • Complete all tasks for the day and oversee all duties/projects in a timely fashion • Ensure safety precautions are followed in pool area and identify possible safety hazards and reports to management • Monitor supplies and reports all damaged furniture to management • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Property Manager Requirements: • Must have 5 years’ experience in luxury resort in same capacity • High School Diploma • Must have prior pool/beach supervisory experience • Life-safety training and certification CPR, AED, First Aid, Water Safety required • Being an excellent swimmer is required period certification may be required • Working with Pool Chemicals is required • Hands on knowledge of non-motorized sports equipment set-up and handling is required • Must be able to stand and work outdoors for an extended period of time • Weekend and flexible shifts are a must • Must have excellent written and oral communication • Must have outstanding customer service and leadership skills • Must be reliable and professional • Must be proficient with computers, including Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Must be detailed oriented.

Starting wage $8.00 per hour not including service charge and tips.

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HVAC\MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Responsibilities:

• To skillfully and professionally perform all scheduled maintenance related jobs.

• Account for time spent on individual work requests/orders and actively seek further tasks when assigned tasks are completed.

• To advise the Engineering Administrator when parts or supplies need to be reordered.

• Perform weekly and monthly physical counts of all inventory stock and tooling and requirements.

• Any other duties assigned and/or as deemed necessary by the Engineering Administrator.

• Reassembling and testing equipment following repairs • Repairing and replacing defective equipment, components in addition to wiring • Laying out and connecting electrical wiring between controls and equipment • Obtaining and maintaining required certifications • Maintain machinery, equipment, and tools • Upkeep, installation, and maintenance of hydraulic, pneumatic, electronic, mechanical and electrical systems on all production machines • Performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs to heating, ventilating, air conditioning equipment according to instructions such as replacing belts on motors, changing filters, bearings, etc.

• Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe systems and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, and repairs and replaces gauges, valves, pressure regulators, and related equipment Requirements: • As a HVAC Technician, you must comply with all applicable standards, policies and procedures, including safety procedures and the maintenance of a clean work area. We are seeking a detailoriented mechanic with experience in both commercial and residential installation and services.

• Refrigeration experience.

• Must meet minimum professional qualification/certification in Plumbing/Electrical/ Mechanical and A/C related trades.

• Follows proper safety practices and procedures as required of the position.

• Must have minimum of two years hands-on experience working on minor electrical, painting, plumbing and A/C. • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace.

• Must work weekends and holidays.

• Must work AM and PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy.

• Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Salary $8.00 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience

IT ADMINISTRATOR Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that the Resort’s technology assets are functioning efficiently, effectively and are properly protected through the daily management of the IT Department and all of its resources.

• Responsible for coordinating end-user support including administration, security, installation, configuration and troubleshooting of hardware and software.

• Developing and maintaining documentation for operation of the computer systems and software licensing.

• Make recommendations for improvements and enhancements to existing systems.

• Will be available to provide after-hours error resolution for property systems as needed, including being on call.

• Execution of network security, stability and survivability directives.

• Manages the Capital Budget process for all system related items.

• Maintain Resort’s PCI compliance status and provide quarterly reports to CFO as required.

• Plan, coordinate and execute special projects as necessary.

• Interacts with Resort Executive Team, Management Team, Staff and Guests to resolve technology related issues and provide guidance on future projects.

• Responsible for all data backup and restoration functions.

• Maintain documentation of all systems, software and hardware.

• Experience in networked computer environment.

• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English language.

• Knowledge of wireless (Wi-Fi) systems.

• 5 years’ experience in a hospitality environment.

• Experience with set-up of CCTV cameras.

• Verify daily all system interfaces.

Starting salary $50,000.00 per annum but commensurate with experience & education, not including service charge.

SENIOR HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR Responsibilities:

• Ensures maximum compliance and efficiency in the performance of Housekeeping staff in guest rooms and surrounding areas • Carries out the policies and procedures of Housekeeping Departments Standard Operating • Offers assistance to guests and owners, initiates corrective action on complaints of cleanliness and service to guest rooms • Assists in and conducts monthly Housekeeping Inventories as required • Conducts routine guest room and common area inspections. Provides inspections scores and retrains for success • Assists in and conducts staff scheduling and annual performance evaluations • Maintains inventory and stock controls • Ensure delivery of service excellence to all guests by monitoring staff performance and provides hands-on training and development • Evaluates and updates Executive Housekeeper on staff performance. Makes recommendations for appropriate action in the areas of disciplinary and commendation • Maintains quality controls and assurance • Assists in overseeing Laundry Department as required in service, quality, inventory, inspection, scheduling and overall performance Requirements: • High school diploma • Must have supervised a minimum of 25 employees • Most work tasks are performed indoors and outdoors. Temperature is moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems • Must be able to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 3 hours in length • Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis

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• Must be able to push and pull carts and equipment weighing up to 200 lbs. on a regular and continuing basis • Must be able to exert well-paced ability in limited space • Must be able to bend, stoop, squat and stretch to fulfill cleaning tasks • Must have minimum of 3 years supervisory experience in the Hotel/Resort and/or Hospitality Industry • Must be able to speak, read, write and understand the primary language (s) used in the workplace • Must be able to read and write to facilitate the communication process • Requires excellent communication and grammar skills, both orally and written to communicate well to guests and owners • Must possess basic math and computational ability • Must have basic computer skills in Hotel PMS, Word, Excel and Outlook • Must work weekends and holidays

POOL & BEACH SUPERVISOR Responsibilities:

• Oversees and maintain complete safety in and around pool and beach areas • Follows operating standards in accordance to TCI laws and hotel procedures on job duties and life-safety • Maintains proper levels of service and equipment furniture and maintenance • Assist in the conducting of guest activities in the pool areas • Monitor entire cleaning operations for the cleanliness, health and sanitation of the pools and surrounding area • Assist in every way possible to assure proper customer service is being upheld.

• Enforces pool and beach sanitation and safety rules and requirements • Supervises pool and beach areas for safety and customer service • Monitors and upholds guest areas (No Solicitation policy is enforced and facilities for registered hotel guests only) • Trains new employees on proper protocol and customer service • Ensures all furniture setting are inline, organized and set to hotel resort standards • Complete all tasks for the day and oversee all duties/projects in a timely fashion • Ensure safety precautions are followed in pool area and identify possible safety hazards and reports to management • Monitor supplies and reports all damaged furniture to management • Perform all other duties as assigned by the Property Manager Requirements: • High School Diploma • Must have prior pool/beach supervisory experience • Prior experience at a luxury property or hotel • Life-safety training and certification CPR, AED, First Aid, Water Safety required • Being an excellent swimmer is required period certification may be required • Working with Pool Chemicals is required • Working during inclement weather • Hands on knowledge of non-motorized sports equipment set-up and handling is required • Cleaning and skimming pools is required • Must be able to stand and work outdoors for an extended period of time • Weekend and flexible shifts are a must • Must have excellent written and oral communication • Must have outstanding customer service and leadership skills • Must be reliable and professional • Must be proficient with computers, including Excel, Word and Outlook.

• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.

• Must be able to multitask and follow direction.

• Must be detailed oriented.

RESERVATIONS/SALESAGENTS SECURITY OFFICERS SECURITY SUPERVISOR FRONT OFFICE SUPERVISOR NIGHT & DUTY MANAGER NIGHT AUDITOR ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER FOOD & BEVERAGE SUPERVISORACCOUNTING (Various positions) CHEFS (Various positions) DEMI CHEF ($7.25-$7.50 PER HR.) RETAIL SUPERVISOR HOUSEKEEPING MANAGER SPA THERAPIST/ATTENDANTS MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR LINE POSITIONS For the below line staff positions, resort experience is an asset but not a requirement. Starting wage $6.25 per hour not including service charge and tips.

GROUNDSMEN LABOURER HOUSEMAN ROOM ATTENDANTS LAUNDRY ATTENDANTS DISPATCHERS STEWARDS PBX OPERATOR PAINTER FRONT OFFICE AGENTS SERVERs PUBLIC AREA ATTENDANT

PLEASE NOTE: All resumes are subject to screening. Accepted candidates will receive a call or email confirmation with a scheduled time for meeting and required documents for the actual interview.

Positions marked by asterisks are currently held by work permit persons. For the above line staff positions, Caribbean resort experience is an asset but not a requirement. Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude, must be willing to work holidays and weekends as standard in the hospitality industry. Salary will commensurate with experience.

All applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work long hours, holidays and weekends. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to The Shore Club located on Long Bay Beach, Providenciales or e-mail: careers@theshoreclubtc. com Deadline is November 28th, 2016.

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PENN CONSTRUCTION CO. DOWN TOWN Is seeking a:

SILVER DEEP Is looking for a:

M & L TIRE SHOP BLUE HILLS

Is seeking a:

2 HELPERS 1 SHOP CARPENTER LABOURER CLEANER (649) 242-4528

Must be willing to work six days per week Salary: $6.75 per hour

CONTACT:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 12923

CONTACT:

12920

Must be willing to work five days per week Salary: $10.00 per hour

December 3-9, 2016

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(649) 946-5612

(649) 242-7796

13023

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PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (6) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, Peter Beckingham, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(6) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to SORAYA WILLIAMS by virtue of marriage to a Belonger.

PETER BECKINGHAM

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Liveaboard SCUBA vessel seeks a Captain with a current 200 ton (ITC) Master’s license with full STCW95/2010 who is also a certified scuba diver (Divemaster preferred). Must have substantial experience on vessels greater than 100ft. Strong customer service background and fluency in English is required. Previous liveaboard experience preferred. Please email CV to jobs@explorerventures.com.

VACANCIES

DIVE INSTRUCTOR Liveaboard SCUBA vessel seeks an experienced English-speaking, active teaching status Dive Instructor with several specialties including EANx and a strong customer service background.

PADI/SDI preferred. Candidates must have STCW-95/2010 basic safety certification. Previous liveaboard experience, the ability to speak multiple languages and additional skills/ specialties are preferred.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – HEALTH REGULATION AUTHORITY Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services

PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES TO JOBS@EXPLORERVENTURES.COM.

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CAPTAIN

MANAGER POSITION – LOCAL INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Requirements • Applicant must have a minimum of 8 years experience in the Interior Design field • Ability to manage multiple projects on a deadline schedule • Must possess strong leadership, organizational and communication skills.

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in standard English in written and oral business communications • Be proficient with Auto Cad, Excel, Word, Quick Books and Photoshop • Have experience and knowledge in the recruitment of prospective clients and projects • Must be prepared to supervise the container offload and install of client furnishings • Must be prepared to work some holidays, weekends and nights as required • Applicant must own a vehicle and carry a valid Turks and Caicos Drivers License.

• Salary (U.S.$2,000 per month plus commission).

RESUMES CAN BE SENT TO: FAYE ELLINGSON OF DESIGN STUDIO E-MAIL ADDRESS: FAYE@DESIGNSTUDIO.TC 12902

Providenciales 30th December, 2016 SALARY – US$73,185.00 per annum plus Allowances The CEO implements the vision and focus set by the Board and provides leadership to staff and stakeholders. The CEO works within delegated policies, Legislations and guidelines established by the Minister and Health Regulation Authority board from time to time.

HEALTH REGISTRAR

- Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services Providenciales, 30th December, 2016 SALARY – $59,552.50 per annum plus Allowances The post holder is responsible for the efficient, effective, customer oriented management and administration of all registration functions of medical practitioners, and activities in accordance with statutory requirements, TCIG Ministry of Health policies and procedures and Council guidelines pertaining to registration duties. As well as ensure the confidential, accurate and safe retention of all records in accordance with the Health Professions Ordinance and Health Appeal Ordinance.

Incumbent is also responsible for developing operational initiatives of continuous quality improvement (including training, communication, procedures and registration policy development) and risk management. Responsible for assessing applications for registration and building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and associated tasks as part of the registration team.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - National Audit Office

Grand Turk 16th December, 2016 - $26,650 per annum To ensure the efficient administrative and accounting operation of the NAO and in particular the Auditor General in managing schedule, calendar, administrative/ finance activities and any other tasks as assigned. It involves assisting in the restructuring process, preserving the confidentiality of sensitive government financial and other related information and maintaining the day-to-day operations of the NAO. 13021

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T.C.I. AGENCY

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PRITON DEVELOPMENT LTD. Seeks:

MERIDIAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION LTD.

OVANDER CONSTRUCTION LTD

Must have at least 3 years experience and be able to work with little supervision. Salary start at $6.50 an hour and is based on experience.

OF RECEIVER

SAND BLASTER

Deadline for applications is December 8th, 2016 Must be able to work weekends and holidays if deemed necessary.

Acting on behalf of our clients: VALUTECH SOLUTION

TECHNICIAN

1 LABOURER APPOINTMENT

WELLNESS SPA MIND BODY AND SOUL

MASSAGE THERAPIST

MECHANIC CARPENTER Salary: $6.50 per hour

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD BE DEPENDABLE AND SEND APPLICATIONS VIA FAX AT (649) 941-4034 C/O ALLIANCE REALTY LTD. 12927

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CONTACT: (649)241-5678

RE: PARCEL 60400/300, Chalk Sound, Providenciales

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WHEREAS the Chargor borrowed from Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd the sum of Three Hundred Thousand United States dollars (US$300,000.00), said sums being secured by the Charge, and

BCS-CS / FNM-CS / GRACE BAY CAR RENTAL

POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD

BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER

SALARY: $ 7.50 PER HOUR

MECHANIC

• Must be a certified mechanic and have 10-15 years’

such as: ODC, Genesis, Boss • Must have a Bachelor of Science and Industrial Technology, Major in Automotive • Valid driver’s license • Police record • Must have knowledge of Excel/PowerPoint and all data system POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER SALARY: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE

1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY• EMAIL: BRANITZ@YAHOO.COM

WHEREAS the loans were payable upon demand to the Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd., and WHEREAS pursuant to Section 64(2) of the Registered Land Ordinance Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd has made demand in respect of the loan, which demand was made on the 3rd day of February 2015, and WHEREAS the Chargee had failed to pay in respect of the said demand with the period provided for by Section 64(2) of the Registered Land Ordinance (namely Fourteen (14) Days), and 12882

Duties: • To ensure all areas are cleaned, seating floors bathrooms • Including the yard • Report any issues to your employer • Record all hours

experience Duties: • Diagnose and repair vehicles powered by gasoline, propane and diesel engine • Perform preventative maintenance work on vehicles and garage equipment including lubrication and oil changes • Fabricate and weld equipment as necessary • Repair cooling fuel, electrical, exhaust system, tune up engine using standard testing equipment

WHEREAS, KENDLE BERDETTE WILLIAMS. A resident of Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies, (hereinafter together termed “the Chargor”), executed a legal Charge registered against parcel 60400/300, Chalk Sound, Providenciales registered 11th March, 2011, (hereinafter termed “the Charge”) in favor of Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd, a company incorporated in the Turks and Caicos Islands and having its principal office P.O. Box 599, Level 2, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay, Providenciales, British West Indies and (hereinafter termed “Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd.”) as security for borrowings as recited therein.

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HEAD JANITOR

KENDLE BERDETTE WILLIAMS.

WHEREAS pursuant to Section 72(1) of the Registered Land Ordinance Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. has made a demand in respect of the loan, which demand was made on the 3rd day of February 2015 and WHEREAS the Chargee has failed to pay in respect of said demand within the period provided for by Section 72(2) of the Registered Land Ordinance (namely Fourteen (14) months), and therefore Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. pursuant to the provision of Section 72(2) (a) of the Registered Land Ordinance has APPOINTED;

GRIFFITHS & PARTNERS

Mr. Keith Burant

On behalf of our clients, Require a qualified:

REGISTERED NURSE • With at least 10 years post-qualification experience for immediate placement; • Must be reliable with experience in caring for the elderly and infirm patients with Alzheimer’s; • Able to communicate well in English; • Some international travel may be required and applicant must have a valid passport and driver’s license; • Clean police record; • Salary ranges between $35K-$60K according to age and experience; • 40-hour week, overtime available.

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDERS ARE PREFERRED. PLEASE APPLY WITH FULL CV TO GRIFFITHS & PARTNERS, PO BOX 143, 82 CHEROKEE ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, FAX – 649-941-8251, EMAIL – INFO@GRIFFITHSANDPARTNERS.COM THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Of Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. PO Box 599, Level2, Le Vele Plaza, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands To be the Receiver of all the income from the property charged by the said Charge. Dated this _6th_ day of June 2016 Signed for and on behalf of MERIDIAN MORTGAGE

In the Presence of:

Witness 12991

40 CLASSIFIEDS

December 3-9, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

P.O. BOX 80, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS TEL: (649) 946-4431 • FAX (649) 946-4118 E-MAIL: IT@TCIFIRST.COM • WWW.TCIFIRST.COM

VACANCY

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR:

Turks and Caicos First Insurance is seeking to fill a position available for a:

MOTOR INSPECTOR

The TCIAA has already completed a procurement process and identified a preferred Contractor to provide design-build services for the Project. The TCIAA is now seeking qualified professional service firms to provide Project Management Services and to administer the Project on behalf of TCIAA. This Project Management Firm would provide services during the project initiation, design, construction, commissioning and post-construction stages of the Project.

The TCIAA views Project Management as the comprehensive management and control of all aspects of the Project throughout all phases of its lifecycle to achieve prescribed objectives defined in terms of time, quality, and cost. Through the application of appropriate management techniques, the designated PM will lead and manage the efforts of the Project Team to achieve the objectives of the Project to meet all requirements of function, schedule and budget.

The PM will require strong presentation and communication skills as well as necessary leadership qualities that are able to elicit the needs of the TCIAA. Within the PM’s project experience, they will have already developed processes and project management principles that effectively work and can be founded on Project Management Institute’s (PMI) core knowledge areas and industry Best Practices.

In general, the Project Management Services required are as follow, but not limited to: • Have overall responsibility for ensuring that the Project is delivered on time and within budget; • Lead and coordinate the efforts of the Project Team to achieve project objectives; • Provide resident site inspection, including milestone inspections by key engineering disciplines (architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, security/IT, baggage handling, airport specialist) during construction; • Attend and chair meetings with the Project Team (TCIAA, its technical advisors and Contractor); • Develop Project Plans, Statement of Work, Implementation Plan, Communication Plan, etc.; • Monitor and control project scope, budget and schedule; RFP will close December 15, 2016. Those wishing to receive a copy of the RFP shall contact:

JOHN T. SMITH, CEO TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY JOHNTSMITH@TCIAIRPORTS.COM

12966

PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING WITH RESUME TO: TURKS AND CAICOS FIRST INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED P.O. BOX 80, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDSREF: MOTOR INSPECTION POSITION

13008

As part of this Airport Redevelopment Program the TCIAA intends to construct a new Passenger Terminal Building (PTB) and Combined Services Building (CSB).

Please apply in writing with full resume, references and copies of qualifications. Applicants should be willing to interview and take a test to ascertain skill levels.

SAUCIER NEEDED Applicants must have advanced culinary skills, full comprehension of entire kitchen departments and product identification. Must have min 5 years experience in regional Italian cuisine and be knowledgeable about specific produce, spices, herbs and oils found throughout the region. Fully trained in the proper health and hygiene regulations in regards to staff, kitchen cleanliness, storage and handling of food. Must be willing to work irregular hours, shifts and long late hours. $9/hr depending on experience and qualifications.

CONTACT (649) 245-0127

13009

In anticipation of future growth of hotel accommodation on South Caicos Island and the subsequent increase of tourism activity, The Turks & Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) has embarked on a multi-phase, multi-year redevelopment program to expand capacity and enhance the operational safety/security of the South Caicos International Airport in the Turks and Caicos.

The successful applicant must have the following qualifications: • A minimum of 10 years formal experience in the automobile repair field.

• Certificate with minimum qualification of Automotive Service Excellent (ASE).

• Ability to assess damages to vehicles, negotiate estimates with garages and settlement of motor claims • Excellent working knowledge of motor repairs management software programs • Driver’s licence and a clean driving record for over 5 years.

• Good organisational skills.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Willingness to work overtime and will be on call 24 hours a day • Good communication skills.

• Working knowledge in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel

RESPONSIBLE. RELIABLE. PROFESSIONAL PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY LTD. The Premier Security Company

OUR GROWING AND PROFESSIONAL COMPANY IS SEEKING THE EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS THAT ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING AND REWARDING CAREER IN THE SECURITY INDUSTRY.

SECURITY OFFICERS & NIGHT SUPERVISOR Minimum Requirements • Excellent team player, • Basic personal safety training, • Demonstrate written and verbal communication in the English language, • Ability to work shifts and long hours, • Valid driver’s license • Starting rate for security officers at $7.00 per hour, • Shift Leaders, & • Night Supervisor, compensation based on experience.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. APPLICANTS CAN SUBMIT THEIR RESUME & IDENTIFICATION TO OUR OFFICE: #8 SOUTHERN SHORES BUILDING, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, TEL: 649 232 1007, EMAIL: ADMIN2@PRESIDENTIAL.TC

13998

PASSENGER TERMINAL BUILDING AND COMBINED SERVICES BUILDING PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES SOUTH CAICOS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

December 3-9, 2016

GOOD TASTE RESTAURANT

JUNIOR RELIS

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

KITCHEN HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER HELPER

FIVE CAYS

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 244-5602

KENDAL & TAZANA DISPOSIBLE SEVICES

TDMG

Is seeking a:

2 TRUCK HELPERS

1 LABOURER Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

13026

Seeks an:

ASSISTANT OFFICE MANAGER

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Preparation of office reports Managing client accounts Reporting to Canadian affiliates French and English QUALIFICATIONS: Proficient in Microsoft office Fluent in English and French 5 years’ experience in office management Salary: $1,500 Bi-Weekly

CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-6926

BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

13015

(649) 941-3445 13020

L.P.S RETAIL & WHOLESALE

SUPER CLEANER

DOMESTIC WORKER STORE HELPERS

DOMESTIC WORKER JANITOR

FIVE CAYS Is seeking a:

TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 242-7725 (649) 342-5989 13029

Is seeking:

TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK . 9am – 4pm Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 247-3520 13018

BUILDING SERVICES DESIGN LTD. is currently seeking a:

LIVE-IN HOUSEKEEPER Looking for a hard working, energetic and honest individual to be a live-in house keeper.

Must have a strong command of the English language both spoken and written. Looking for an individual that has past experience and has attending training courses on housekeeping duties.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FIVE CAYS

(649) 246-5189

13013

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

The successful candidate is required to work 6 days a week @$10.00 per hour.

Duties will involve daily household cleaning, laundry, general garden maintenance, must be confident in handling 3 large dogs in respect of bathing, grooming, feeding and administering medication.

DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS DECEMBER 25TH 2016, ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SEND APPLICATIONS VIA EMAIL AT ACCOUNTS@BSD.TC 12925

Imperial Dry Cleaning & Laundry Centre is currently seeking qualified individuals to become members of our Team.

Laundry Manager JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Directs the overall activities of the laundry facility through development and administration.

• Implementation and enforcing that universal accepted policies and procedures are adhered.

• Manages departmental financial processes of forecasting, budgeting, and purchasing.

• Payroll and inventory control • Analyze data and compile reports on expenditure and supplies.

• Select, train, monitor and evaluate team members’ performance.

• Ensures laundry facility and equipment are in optimum operating condition • Ensure over all cleanliness and sanitation of the laundry premise • Weekly productivity report

REQUIREMENTS:

• • • • • • •

5- 10 yrs experience as a Laundry Manager 3-5 yrs commercial laundry experience Team player Ability to work with a diverse team Knowledge of DCC System Knowledge of Textiles and Chemicals Knowledge of Laundry Equipment, Techniques and maintenance • Knowledge of QB, Word and Excel • Must have written and oral skills • Customer Service Focused Salary Scale: $20,000.00 to $29,000.00 per annum based on qualification and experience.

Laundry Technician

REQUIREMENTS: • Install, repair and maintain laundry equipment, electrical, plumbing and related systems.

• Identity and source specialised components and tools.

• Prepare and maintain an effective preventive maintenance program and spare parts inventory.

• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.

• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays • 5 years experience in a commercial laundry with additional knowledge of water management and maintenance residential, commercial and industrial properties.

• Knowledge of relevant building codes, legislation, regulations, polices and current standard procedures for installation and maintenance.

• Effective communication and negotiation skills Salary Scale: $7. 00 to $10.00 per hr. based on qualification and experience.

Bookeeper

Responsible for handling the fundamental aspects of Imperial financial recordkeeping, including recording financial transactions, managing accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank statement and completing annual returns.

JOB DESCRIPTION: • Prepare financial statements and reports, including the profit and loss statement and balance sheet • Assist with budget preparations • Pay bills and maintain ledgers

• • • •

Receive, approve, client invoices Code payables for accounts payable clerks to input.

Make bank deposits and receipts of money.

Reconcile bank account and distribute money within departments • Assure expenditures are in accordance with code balances for item acquisition.

• Conduct invoice activities and pay vendors for delivered materials.

• Provide inventory support, including maintaining office materials and supplies.

• Receive requests for materials and equipment and prepare purchase orders accordingly.

• Transmit purchase orders directly to vendors for purchases.

• Prepare appropriate schedules and reports as requested by clients and partners.

• 3-5 yrs commercial laundry experience.

• Bachelors Degree in Finance & Banking.

• Knowledge of DCC System.

• Draft letters, memos and proposals • Assist in daily operations • Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays • Knowledge of QB, Word, Power Point and Excel • Customer Service Focused Salary Scale: $17,000.00 to $19,000.00 per annum based on qualification and experience.

Pressers/Seamstresses

REQUIREMENTS: • 2 – 5 yrs experience as a Presser • A minimum of 2 yrs working in a commercial laundry • Knowledge in Textiles and Chemicals • Makes garments, such as dresses, coats, and suits, according to customer specifications and measurements.

• Discusses with customer type of material, pattern, or style to be used in making garment.

• Measures customer to determine modification from pattern, using tape measure.

• Alternations of garments.

• Drafting standard pattern according to measurements of customer and adapt pattern to obtain specified style.

• Be able to maintain productivity standards on a daily basis • Operational Knowledge of Machines • Ensure that dry cleaning standards and practices are used with client’s linen/garments.

• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs.

• Must be able to suggest treatment care to clients • Customer Service Focused Salary Scale: $6.25 to $7.00 per hr. based on qualification and experience.

Application giving full details of qualifications and experience should be addressed to:

MANAGER IMPERIAL DRY CLEANING AND LAUNDRY CENTRE 345 LONG BAY ROAD PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI and should reach no later than December 16th, 2016, for further information/appointment you can contact us at Tele:649-946-5633or email info@imperialtci.com.

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A & W WHOLESALE GROCERIES

ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION

Seeks the following:

Is seeking employment for the following:

INDUSTRIAL PARK

LABOURER CLEANER HELPER 1 LABOURER

Must have at least 2 years’ experience SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

December 3-9, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Salary is $6.50 per hour.

For further details regarding employment.

Interested candidates may contact the employer at :

AG CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a:

AMBER’S GROCERY STORE STEVE STORAGE Is seeking a:

ATLANTIC SEAFOOD Is seeking:

B&BA SERVICES Acting on behalf of our

clients seeks the following:

PAINTER

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

FOUR LONG LINE

HELPER SECRETARY FISHERMEN To work 5 days per week Salary: $7.00 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Assisting during sales and cleaning the store Salary $6.25 per hour

Must be willing to live aboard vessel Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURERS

SALARY: $7.00 PER HOUR

PLUMBER

SALARY: $7.00 PER HOUR

BARTENDER

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

KITCHEN HELPER SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020

(649) 247-9994

BELIZAIRE EMMANUEL

BRIAN BROWN

12937

FIVE CAYS Is looking for a:

12965

Is seeking a:

(649) 244-5628 12954

(649) 332-5020 12975

C & J EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY VACANCIES

MAISON CREOLE (LUCY MOTT LEE), MAID CLEANING, GOLD STAR NAIL CENTER, SONA DAVIS, ERB CONSTRUCTION, TROPICAL BAR, EMILY DELANCY, VROSELINE FRANCOIS PIERRE, JULIENNE SAGESSE, LUCKNER TOUSSAINT, SONA DAVIS, TERRENCE THOMAS, WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION, CARRINGTON WILLIAMS, STEEL UNLIMITED MOOKIES

(649) 341-2943

(649) 245-6962

CALVIN FRANCIS GRAND TURK

CHURCH OF GOD PENTECOSTAL

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be willing to work 6

MISSIONARY

12952

12959

Is seeking:

WAITER/ WAITRESS:

DOMESTIC WORKER:

MASON:

MAID CONSTRUCTION:

$6.25 PER HOUR

To clean, wash, cook and iron SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

LIVE IN HELPER Salary is negotiable

CONTACT: CONTACT:

LABOURER/HELPER: $6.25 PER HOUR

SHOP CLERK:

$6.25 PER HOUR

$ 6.25 PER HOUR

$6.25 PER HOUR

E-MAIL: DARLING86@HOTMAIL.COM

BELIZAIRE EMMANUEL

CITIZENS ADVISORY SERVICES COVE CONSTRUCTION

FIVE CAYS Is looking for a:

Is seeking a:

GIRL FRIDAY

To clean, wash, cook and iron SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

This position is for temporary employment of odd jobs. Candidate must be neat in appearance, high school graduate, willing to work evenings and weekends. Must know/ be able to write and speak English.

Salary is negotiable.

(649) 341-5029

FINBAR A. GRANT DISCOVERY BAY

HOUSE KEEPER

days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed Salary: $250.00 per week

BABYSITTER:

HAIR STYLIST:

(649) 242-8948 12964

CASHIER:

$ 6.25 PER HOUR

(649) 341-5029 12938

$6.25 PER HOUR

12932

HOUSE KEEPER

$8-10 PER HOUR

$6.25 PER HOUR

BELONGER ONLY APPLY, POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT

is looking to employ a:

DERRICK BOTTEX JUBA SOUND Is Seeking a:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 347-6092

(649) 341-1268

EUSTACE MUSGROVE

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

12953

Is Seeking a:

12970

Is Seeking a:

EXAMPLES OF CHRIST PROVO/NORTH CAICOS

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER Cleaning and assist where needed. Salary is: $7.00 per hour.

EVANGELIST TEACHER CLEANER LABOURER

Must be willing to work during all church services SALARY STARTING FROM $6.25 PER HOUR

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

To do general cleaning and assist where needed Salary is $6.25 per hour.

(649) 332-2396

(649) 941-5548

(649) 243-7604

(649) 243-2778

(649) 332-5029

IRAMENE BASDEN PROVO

J&H CONSTRUCTION

JEAN LAURENT

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

JOHN ROBINSON

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: 12938

Is seeking a:

12973

Is seeking a:

12972

Seeks:

3 CARPENTERS 3 LABOURERS Salary: $8.00 per hour

LABOURER To clean the yard and conduct other labour work when needed. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CLEANER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020 12934

(649) 443-0353 12960

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: JOHN GREEN

(649)

946-2126 (649) 231-0834 12951

12963

BLUE HILLS Is Seeking a:

12968

12942

Is Seeking a:

Is Seeking a:

EXAMPLES OF CHRIST

RADIO STATION

ANIMATOR & LABOURER LABOURER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Cleaning the yard, helping tenants and watering plants Salary $6.25 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days a week During Radio Programs SALARY STARTING AT $6.25 TO $7.00 PER HOUR

CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020 12982

(649) 332-5020 12942

HOUSE KEEPER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 347-4458 (649) 342-0365 12962

December 3-9, 2016

JOLIE CLAUDE BEAUTY SALON DOWNTOWN Is looking for a:

COSMETOLOGIST Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Washing, cutting, coloring and styling hair.

SALARY:$6.25 PER HOUR

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

JULIAN GARLAND LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be willing to wash, iron and clean house SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

JOSEPH O. CAZI BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be willing to clean the house, wash, iron and cook SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

KALOOKI’S / LATHAREO WILLIAMS MANVILLA PRATT

NICHOLAS WATKINS

BLUE HILLS

KEW TOWN

AIRPORT ROAD

Is seeking a:

Is seeking a:

Is looking for a:

DISH WASHER CARE TAKER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Washing dishes Salary $6.25 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary $6.50 per hour

LABOURER To do labour work on property SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-5029

(649) 332-5029

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5020

(649) 331-8531

(649) 332-5020

KENDAL/TAZANA DISPOSABLE

LE GRAND ROSELINE BEAUTY SALON

MAGALIE SINTUS

MARILYN E. STEPHENS

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION

PALM VENTURES LTD/ PALM MANAGEMENT

12941

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking a:

12949

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Is seeking a:

12950

BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

12978

BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

12971

KEW TOWN Is seeking a:

12940

Is seeking a:

MECHANIC

CASHIER LABOURER CARE GIVER Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Caring for sick person, washing and cleaning house Salary $6.25 per hour

CLEANER

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be able to work 6

For heavy equipment mechanic services SALARY: $8.00 PER HOUR

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Knowledge Computer and Basic Math is required Salary $6.75 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Cleaning property and assisting with labour work Salary $6.25 per hour

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5020

(649) 331-9854

(649) 946-8876

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES

SHANDA’S RESTAURANT

SHERLOCK CLYDE SMITH PROVIDENCIALES

Salary: $5.00 per hour

days per week SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: 12935

Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

S&R ELECTRICAL SERVICES/ SR CONTRACTUAL

12976

Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

SALOMON APARTMENT RENTAL

12977

Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

SALOMON SEWING & DRESS FIX

LABOURER LABOURER TAILOR Must be willing to work 6 days a week Assisting the electrician while repairing equipment.

SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

Must be willing to work 6 days a week. Must be willing to clean the apartment yard and help the tenants when needed SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

Repairing clothing and make the as well, must have experience in this field SALARY $7.00 PER HOUR

12981

Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

12961

KEW TOWN Is looking for a:

12933

Is looking for a:

SALOMON SHOP

LABOUR WORKER

Needed to work 6 days per week. Cleaning the store, unloading containers and assisting customers SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

LABOURER

LABOUR WORKER

To do labour work at the restaurant SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

To clean the yard and assist with labour work around the property Salary $6.25 per hour

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5020

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5029

(649) 332-5020

(649) 332-5020

ISLAND BROKERAGE & CONSULTANCY SERVICES

TCI SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

TOUCH OF GLASS BEAUTY SALON

TROPICAL VENERAL NATHANIEL STUBBS

DOMESTIC WORKER

BARTENDER LABOURER LABOURER

12945

Acting on behalf of our clients seeks the following:

12943

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Is seeking a:

12947

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking a:

12948

BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

12939

Is seeking a:

12979

BENJAMIN H. BEEN GRAND TURK Is seeking a:

SNR CAR WASH

LABOURER Must be willing to work 6 days a week As a car washer SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR

HANDYMAN Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary is $6.25 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary $6.75 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour

To clean the yard SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

Must be able to work 6 days per week. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 332-5020 12946

(649) 343-1321 12967

(649) 244-0469 12969

(649) 242-0125 12974

(649) 332-5020 12936

(649) 247-1541 12999

44 CLASSIFIEDS C & S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Acting on behalf of our client:

QUALITY CAR RENTAL

December 3-9, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

ETHLYN TUCKER Is seeking a:

EVAN NATANIEL WILLIAMS MIDDLE CAICOS

JAI’SAM CONSTRUCTION

DOMESTIC WORKER LABOURER

Is seeking the following

Seeking to employ a:

Is looking for an:

HANDYMAN

WILSON ENTERPRISES GRAND TURK Is looking to hire a:

MASON HELPER CONSTRUCTION HELPER

JEAN BAPTISTE MILIEN Is looking for a:

STORE CLERK HOUSEKEEPER

Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working Salary: $6.50 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

(649) 241-5922

(649) 241-5441

(649) 342-6748

(649) 442-1349

(649) 347-7769

(649) 241-0624

KAMELA RIGBY

LABOURER

MERCEDES BEAUTY SALON

PIERRE JUNIOR CIPABLE GRAND TURK

SPOTLESS CLEANERS

Is seeking a:

Is looking for a:

TAINO BLUE HILLS

AUTO MECHANIC Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary:$6.25 per hour

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $7.00 per hour

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: 12988

Is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER

Must be able to work 6 days per week. Cleaning, Washing, Cooking and Ironing. Salary: $6.50 per hour

13002

Wanted to keep yard clean and do all maintenance work Salary: $ 6.25 per hour

12980

OLD AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking a:

SALON HELPER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary $250.00 weekly

Must be willing to work Monday – Sunday

12995

12991

Is looking to hire a:

BABYSITTER HOUSEKEEPER Must be willing to work 5 days per week Salary $200.00 weekly

12994

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

BARTENDER Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.00 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: (649) 331-7641 CONTACT: (649) 242-4964 CONTACT: CONTACT:

(649) 244-2882 13006

KATHLEENHANDFIELD@HOTMAIL.COM 13000

(649) 343-4440 12987

(649) 231-0925

(649) 331-0818

(649) 332-8501

VAN’S TIRE SHOP

TROPICAL BAR

THE BARBER SHOP

Is looking for a:

DOWNTOWN Is looking for a:

DOMESTIC WORKER

CLEANER

12984

Is looking for a:

12996

13005

JOB VACANCY: STORE KEEPER/

CASHIER

Person must be able to work holidays and weekends and be willing to work as a part of a team

RESUME CAN BE EMAIL TO INFO@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM ALMANTHE RIGBY FIVE CAYS

VAN’S TIRE SHOP

Is looking for a:

Is looking for a:

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CASHIER

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

(649) 343-2165

13025

(649) 331-0632

12992

VACANCIES

SHAWN INGHAM

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

To clean yard and apartment SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

1 DOMESTIC WORKER

(649) 331-0632

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Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour

SALARY: $ 6.25 PER HOUR

MJ SHOP

1 CASHIER

ERNA CULCEUS

1 CARE TAKER Caring for children

(649) 241-4166 12985

Is seeking a:

MIDWIFE To work in a growing practice, must have experience in the field. Salary commensurate experience

SHOP KEEPER

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Applications may be submitted via email to:

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

PLEASE CALL (649) 341-7375

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NEPTUNE PLAZA - PROVIDENCIALES, TCI

KENDAL THOMAS

FIVE CAYS ELECRTONICS

(649) 241-0624

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

12986

HELPER

STORE KEEPER/

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary:$150.00 per week

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT:

Acting on behalf of our clients to fill the following positions:

2 LABOURERS

DOMESTIC WORKER/

Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CYNTHIA.IIMS@TCIWAY.TC NO PHONE CALLS EMAIL ONLY

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STAFF FRONT OFFICE CLERK

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HOUSEMAIDS HOUSEMAN PART-TIME BEACH ATTENDANTS PART-TIME KITCHEN

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ATLANTICBLUECONSTRUCTION HILLS Is seeking a:

DEVON PAUL FULFORD GRAND TURK Is seeking a:

GERMAN CIGAR PUB

QUICK STEP SHOE REPAIR

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BLUE PARROT Is looking for a:

Work hours are Mon – Fri, weekends when call Upon, salary is $6.25 per hour, successful candidate Will be cleaning office complex, Caribbean Place.

ALL RESUMES SHOULD BE SENT VIA EMAIL:

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JACQUELINE ROSE GARLAND GRAND TURK Is seeking a:

DOMESTIC WORKER TO WORK 5-6 DAYS A WEEK. Must be able to work holidays and weekends.

Wages starting at 6.00 per hour. CONTACT BETWEEN

THE HOURS OF 9AM AND 4PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

DOMESTIC WORKER

Must be able to work 6 days per week. Cleaning office and assisting where needed Salary: $6.00 per hour

BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

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TO WORK 5-6 DAYS A WEEK. Must be able to work holidays and weekends Wages starting at 6.50 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER

WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

To clean and assist where needed Salary: $ 6.25 per hour

Must be able to work 5 days per week Salary: $5.75 per hour

(649) 432-5562

(649) 231-6318

(649) 332-6926

STAVANO A. ROPER

RIGBY CLOTHING STORE

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SHOP CLEANER HELPER

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: (649) 346-1654

(649) 345-9911

BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

CAICOS TEA COMPANY

CULINERIA LTD

KELY LOUIMA

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

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NORTH CAICOS Is seeking a:

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LABOURER DOMESTIC

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KENNETH & SON GARBAGE COLLECTION Is looking:

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Is looking for the following persons

CHEF BAKER

TO WORK 6 DAYS A WEEK. Must be able to work holidays and weekends. Wages starting at 6.25 per hour.

BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

KIMERON KENNEDY

LIFE CHANGING VARIETY STORE LTD

GRAND TURK Is seeking a:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Cleaning and assisting where needed.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

(649) 342-9643

(649) 232-7177 12848

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AIRPORT ROAD

INGRID REYNOSO

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

TO WORK 5-6 DAYS A WEEK Must be able to work holidays and weekends.Wages starting at 6.50 per hour. Contact:

To care for two infant children

Must be willing to work Monday – Friday, weekends when needed

CONTACT: KENNETH HANDFIELD (649) 242-8558

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BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9AM AND 4PM MONDAY TO FRIDAY

L & S CONSTRUCTION

DOMESTIC WORKER

SUPERVISOR

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Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary: $275.00 weekly

LABOURER

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Acting on behalf of our clients are seeking the following positions:

Salary: $6.25 per hour

1 DOMESTIC WORKER /CARE TAKER

(649) 244-2060

Y.A.3.B CONSULTANCY

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking a:

to maintain garbage truck, collect & dispose of garbage on a daily basis, wash down trucks daily

Also looking for

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT:

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Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

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BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

K & T DISPOSIBLE SERVICE

MECHANIC

PENN CONSTRUCTION

CARPENTER DARD SHOP

LABOURER

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION

WOOD CARVER SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE

CONTACT: (649) 344-4540 OR EMAIL: ADAHOWELL100@GMAIL.COM 13022

SCHOOL FOR FIELD STUDIES, SOUTH CAICOS

FAMILYCARE MEDICAL SERVICES LTD

GROUNDSKEEPERS (2) – CENTER FOR MARINE RESOURCE STUDIES

PHYSICIAN

STAFF VACANCY

POSITION: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 1. Must have a minimum of M.B.B.S from an accredited University 2. Must have a minimum of 5 years working in a primary health care setting and a minimum of 3 years working in a secondary health care institution 3. Must have a minimum of 5 years as a fully registered medical practitioner on a register of a recognized medical board

Job Summary: Assist the Site Manager at the South Caicos field station\

TO APPLY: PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO HHERTLER@FIELDSTUDIES.ORG

BY DECEMBER 15, 2016. START DATE: FEBRUARY 2017

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Qualifications: Gardening and site maintenance - cut and remove plants and trees.

Clean pool. Clean and maintain indoor and outdoor facilities. Assist Site Manage and Assistant Site Manager with facility projects. Able to work individually and as team member.

MAIN DUTIES: • Carry outpatient consultations with in the clinic • Perform physical examinations • Diagnosis and treatment of illnesses/ailments • Perform minor surgery • Advise patient on health education • Expected to be part of practice management and administration • Liaising with other healthcare professionals and/or hospitals

COMPENSATION IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS.

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DOMESTIC WORKER

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Science & Technology

Hawking says obesity is a serious health problem

Salary: $ 6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

(649) 241-0426

United States alone is staggering. More than one third of the adult American population ? 38 percent ? is obese, according to the most current Robert Wood Johnson State of Obesity report. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention projects that one in three adults could have type 2 diabetes, one of the most common complications of obesity, by the year 2050.

The simple ad features Hawking alone in a room.

Toward the end, Hawking ? who has amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, which

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ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY Local firm seeks an associate attorney with at least 10 years pqe with extensive experience in conveyancing, commercial, residential development work, also corporate and commercial law. Experience in new condominium sales, re-sales, residential and commercial property an advantage. Applicant must be an excellent communicator, willing to work long hours including weekends and holidays. Subject to experience, salary commencing at US$55K.

causes paralysis ? remarks about mankind’s tendency to sit too much, move too little.

“For what it’s worth, how being sedentary has become a major problem,” Hawking says and then pauses, “is beyond my understanding.”

(Huffington Post)

MARINE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Is looking for a:

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

For a small, local company that performs Environmental Impact Assessments, marine monitoring and mitigation works, environmental education programmes, artificial reef and underwater restoration projects.

Job description Position requires multiple skills both in and out of the water. Work often involves long hours snorkelling and diving under harsh conditions including on holidays and weekends. As all company services are performed on a projectby project contractual basis, the position is not full-time, but may require long subsequent days for extended periods of time. Salary is based on a per day rate commensurate with skill level and tasks performed during that period.

Requirements • Minimum bachelor’s degree • Verifiable work history of proven performance on deadlines • Strong technical writing and design for reports, proposals and presentations • PADI certified diver with at least 5 years’ experience • Underwater photography, proficient in Adobe Photoshop • Advanced knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office • ArcGIS or equivalent mapping experience • Small business accounting experience • Experience in artificial reef construction and coral transplant preferred

SUBMIT RESUMES TO FAYROB1@HOTMAIL.COM

RA SHAW DESIGNS LTD

SUN CHARTERS is looking for an:

Is looking for a:

ON-BOARD TECHNICIAN 12957

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO THE MANAGER, DEMPSEY AND COMPANY, CARIBBEAN PLACE, PROVIDENCIALES, FAX 649 946 4564, WITH A COPY TO DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR, PROVIDENCIALES.

BLUE HORIZONS REAL ESTATE DBA COLDWELL BANKER REAL ESTATE Is looking for full time experienced:

PROFESSIONAL AND MOTIVATED SALES ASSOCIATES The position requires a minimum of 5 years experience in residential, commercial, condo/strata, freehold/leasehold sales. Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized real estate course and be willing to take (and successfully pass) the TCREA real estate exam. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, online marketing, database management and advertising experience are required; applicant must be computer literate in all Microsoft Programs including Publisher and Power Point. Own vehicle, cell phone, camera and laptop computer are essential. The position will involve working long hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Compensation is commission only. Ad is for work permit renewal however this position is open to all qualified Turks and Caicos nationals.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL DECEMBER 4TH, 2016. INTERESTED TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS MUST ALSO SUBMIT COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATION TO THE LABOUR BOARD. RESUMES TO BE SENT TO LOUISE PETERSON, GENERAL MANAGER, COLDWELL BANKER TURKS & CAICOS, LA PETITE PLACE, PROVO, TCI, EMAIL: LOUISEPETERSON@COLDWELLBANKERTCI.COM, CELL: 231-1988, OFFICE: 946-4969 12889

to help maintain a Provo based gaff-rigged schooner.

LABOURER

Duties will include maintenance of all on-board electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems as directed by management.

Knowledge of diesel and gas mechanics, 12 and 120 volt circuitry, traditional running and standing rigging, aluminum and wooden spars and marine plumbing is a must.

Experience in sailing a 20+ ton vessel and maintenance of sails and canvas would also be necessary.

Applicant must be willing to work most weekends and holidays, both onshore and offshore.

Must be reliable and responsible also willing to work weekends,. And holidays. Salary is based on qualifications and experience, Salary US$7.00 per hour.

Position is currently filled by a work permit holder.

Interested persons please.

$10/hour base…pay commensurate with experience.

PLEASE SEND CV TO SOLMARINE@TCIWAY.TC.

13956

KITCHEN HELPER

STEPHEN Hawking, distinguished English scientist, recently filmed a public service announcement to address one of the largest public health problems facing humanity today: Obesity.

“Millions of lives are in danger,” Hawking says in the video produced by GenPep, a Swedish non-profit organization which promotes health for young people and children. “As a cosmologist, I see the world as a whole and I am here to address one of the most serious public health problems of the 21st century.”

The obesity rate in the

CONTACT: (649) 941-4394 EXT 104

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ACA/ACCA/CA Opportunities exist for four fully qualified accountants who possess a minimum of three years professional experience gained within a “Big Four” public accounting firm.

Salary ranges from US$65,000 per annum. One of these positions is currently held by a work permit holder.

If you wish to be considered for these opportunities please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience and qualifications to either:

KPMG LTD. P.O. BOX 357 THE VILLAGE AT GRACE BAY PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

OR

THE LABOUR COMMISSIONER, LABOUR OFFICE BUTTERFIELD SQUARE PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

OR FAX YOUR PARTICULARS TO 946-4619

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BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

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Ronaldo reportedly faces tax investigation over sponsorship earnings The alleged match-fixing took place across Spain and Portugal, authorities said.

Tennis match-fixing: Spain arrests six players, 28 others POLICE in Spain have arrested 34 people in connection with a suspected match-fixing ring in both Spain and Portugal.

The arrested include six tennis players, the country’s interior ministry said, without identifying any of the individuals.

They are accused of deliberately arranging the loss of tennis games in at least 17 different events.

Authorities said their earnings from the manipulation were over €500,000 (£420,420).

A police spokesperson told the AFP news agency that players were offered between €500 (£419) and €1,000 (£837) to throw matches.

“Sometimes they promised €500

and in the end only paid €50. The players were above all the victims,” he added.

The players involved are relatively lower-ranked - all are outside the top 800 worldwide.

In January, a joint investigation by the BBC and Buzzfeed News found widespread evidence of match-fixing at the top levels of world tennis.

The revelations included 16 players who have ranked in the top 50 during the past decade, but were repeatedly flagged to the Tennis Integrity Unit (TIU) over suspicions they had thrown matches.

All of the players, including winners of Grand Slam titles, were allowed to continue competing.

REAL Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly facing an investigation into his tax payments after it was suggested he has been ploughing earnings from image rights and sponsorship into an offshore company.

El Confidencial and Football Leaks (h/t Marca) alleged Ronaldo has used Multisports & Image Management Ltd., based in the Republic of Ireland, to avoid paying more tax.

As noted by Marca “the Spanish tax authorities will investigate lost tax receipts when funds earned in the country are diverted through offshore accounts, even when billed through a corporation.”

It’s then stated Ronaldo could owe in the region of 43.5 per cent in tax on the earnings aforementioned.

It’s reported the Treasury will pursue the case, which would rule out the prospect of criminal proceedings against Ronaldo, though he would still need to pay back any money owed and potentially a fine if found guilty.

Sport noted that if Ronaldo has not declared this partnership to the Spanish authorities in the past, the case could potentially become a criminal one.

The Sport report said Ireland is the country with the lowest corporation tax in Europe, standing at around 12.5 per cent. Listed in the report

El Confidencial and Football Leaks (h/t Marca) alleged Ronaldo has used Multisports & Image Management Ltd., based in the Republic of Ireland, to avoid paying more tax.

are a number of sponsorship deals Ronaldo has in place, including links with Nike, KFC, Toyota, Konami and Unilever.

Ronaldo has previously seen questions raised about his tax payments in Portugal, Sport added.

However, according to the Marca report: “An official spokesperson from Ronaldo’s camp has stated that the player has been aware of his tax obligations since beginning his career, is not currently and has never been in trouble with the Treasury, and manages his image rights according to current legislation.”

The 31-year-old wouldn’t be the first footballer to encounter problems

with his taxes. Barcelona star Lionel Messi was hit with a 21-month prison sentence for tax evasion in July but avoided any time behind bars; team-mate Javier Mascherano also picked up a one-year prison sentence in January after not paying tax in full, although he didn’t spend time in jail either.

The story broke days before what’s poised to be the biggest game of the season so far for Ronaldo and his Real Madrid team-mates, as they head to Barcelona for Saturday’s El Clasico showdown. The 31-year-old has been in brilliant recent form, netting five times in his last two La Liga outings. (Bleachers Report)

Five-time Olympic gold medallist Wiggins to compete in 2017

Floyd Mayweather Jr. says he already defeated Manny Pacquiao, so he has nothing to prove for a re-match.

UFC champion McGregor issued boxing licence to reignite Mayweather talk UFC champion Conor McGregor moved closer to a possible fight with five-weight world champion Floyd Mayweather by securing a boxing licence.

The Irish fighter became the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s first dual division champion in November.

McGregor, 28, has said he wants $100m (£80m) to meet Mayweather, who has played down the prospects of a fight.

The licence has been granted by the California State Athletic Commission, allowing him to box in the US state.

“He got a boxing licence.

Congratulations to him,” said Ellerbe.

“Conor McGregor can say anything he wants to, but he has a boss and his name is [UFC president] Dana White.”

McGregor beat Eddie Alvarez last month to win to win the lightweight championship, to add his featherweight title, though he has since relinquished that belt.

SIR Bradley Wiggins is named in British Cycling’s 2016-17 podium programme squad, having been expected to retire.

The five-time Olympic gold medallist, 36, had suggested that last month’s Ghent Six Day event could be his last, but afterwards said he was “not sure yet” what his plans are.

British Cycling said they were giving Wiggins the “flexibility” to “consider the direction of his future”.

He has been named as part of the men’s track endurance team.

Wiggins teamed up with Mark Cavendish to win the Ghent Six Day event in Belgium. The pair also won madison gold together at the World Track Championships in London in March.

Wiggins, the 2012 Tour de France champion, also won team pursuit gold at this year’s Olympics in Rio where British cyclists enjoyed great success winning 12 medals, six of them golds.

“In a year which has seen some fantastic performances from the Great Britain Cycling Team, the bar for programme membership remains high and we have a very strong

The five-time Olympic gold medallist, 36, had suggested that last month’s Ghent Six Day event could be his last, but afterwards he said he was “not sure yet” what his plans are.

podium programme squad to lead us into the next Olympic cycle,” British Cycling’s programmes director Andy Harrison said.

London 2012 Olympic team pursuit champion Dani King has returned to the Great Britain cycling team along with fellow road rider Nikki Brammeier.

Six riders - Alice Barnes (road), Emily Kay (track endurance), Danni

Khan (track endurance), Ryan Owens (track sprint), Mark Stewart (track endurance) and Oliver Wood (track endurance) - have stepped up from the senior academy programme.

British Cycling’s Olympic podium programme is designed to support elite cyclists as they aim to win medals in major competitions, such as world championships and Olympic Games. (BBC)

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Hundreds report football child abuse to UK police ABOUT 350 victims have reported child sexual abuse within UK football clubs, police chiefs have said.

The National Police Chiefs’ Council said a “significant number of calls” had been received after several former players alleged past abuse by coaches.

Its figures are also based on details from existing investigations as well as referrals from a new NSPCC helpline.

Greater Manchester Police said it was investigating reports from 35 people, and had identified 10 suspects.

Assistant Chief Constable Debbie Ford said the force had received calls on a daily basis from victims as well as people with concerns.

“We are currently in the process of speaking to victims in person and providing them with specialist support,” she added.

Meanwhile, Devon and Cornwall Police and Warwickshire Police have become the latest forces to confirm they are investigating claims.

The 17 forces looking into allegations of historical child sex abuse in football also include the Metropolitan Police, North Yorkshire Police, Police Scotland and Cheshire Police.

Lebron James joins Tiger Woods as the only person to have won the award twice.

The National Police Chiefs’ Council said a “significant number of calls” had been received after several former players alleged past abuse by coaches.

The NSPCC says more than 860 people have called its dedicated football hotline, set up a week ago.

Within the first three days of it launching, the charity made more than 60 referrals to a range of agencies across the UK. The phone line is available 24 hours a day on 0800 023 2642.

The Football Association has announced an internal review and a number of football clubs are conducting their own inquiries.

Outlining the police action to date, NPCC lead for Child Protection, Chief Constable Simon Bailey said the number of victims was “an indicative figure only”, and with information still being collated

numbers could change.

He said some of the cases being investigated had come from information supplied by forces across the UK to Operation Hydrant, set up in 2014 to oversee investigations into historical child sex abuse concerning prominent people.

“We are working closely with the Football Association to ensure the response to this significant and growing number of victims, at all levels of football, is co-ordinated effectively,” he added.

“We continue to encourage those who have been the victim of child sexual abuse to report it, regardless of how long ago the abuse may have taken place.”

Chapecoense plane crash: ‘Team will be rebuilt even stronger’ - club director CHAPECOENSE will be “rebuilt from scratch” after the majority of their squad died in a plane crash, the club’s director has said.

The Brazilian team’s plane crashed on its approach to Medellin, Colombia on Monday, with authorities saying the aircraft might have run out of fuel.

Nineteen players and coaching staff were among the 71 who died, while three players were among the six survivors.

The team are due to play their last game of the season on 11 December.

Chapecoense’s acting president Ivan Tozzo said the club hopes to play that match against Atletico Mineiro using reserve and academy players - although Mineiro president Daniel Nepomuceno later told a press conference that, out of respect, his club would not be sending a team to play the game and will instead ask for a win to be handed to their opponents.

Chapecoense were travelling to Medellin to play Atletico Nacional in the final of the Copa Sudamericana on Wednesday evening, the biggest match in their history.

“In the memory of those who died

Neto (second right, back row) was the only survivor of the Chapecoense starting XI which played in the Copa Sudamericana semi-final second leg on 23 November. The team drew the match to reach the final in Medellin.

and to honour their families, we will rebuild this club from scratch so it is even stronger,” said club director Cecilio Hans.

Chapecoense were in the Brazilian fourth tier in 2009, but had recently made themselves a national force before their run in South American football’s secondary continental competition - the equivalent of the Europa League.

Three of Brazil’s leading clubs

have said they will offer players to Chapecoense.

Sao Paulo, who have won six national titles, also said Chapecoense should be exempt from relegation to Brazilian football’s second tier for the next three seasons as they attempt to rebuild the club.

One of those, reserve goalkeeper Marcelo Boeck, said he and several players had deals to leave the club next year, but are now reconsidering.

James is Sports Illustrated: Sportsperson of the Year LEBRON James has been chosen Sports Illustrated’s Sportsperson of the Year after leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to an NBA title and ending the city’s 52-year championship drought.

“I know it’s a great achievement, and I’ve heard the history of it and how honored I should be to get it,” James said Thursday. “... You guys know how I am about individual awards and things of that nature -it doesn’t hit me or nothing to that magnitude. But I’m honoured that they have chosen me.

“I’m more happy for my family, my kids, for my wife, my mom, and for my foundation, for the kids that I represent and the kids that use me as a role model and an inspiration.

I’m more happy for them. For me, it’s an honour -- I’m happy about it -- but it doesn’t hit me. I don’t know.

Seriously, I really don’t know how to

feel about it.”

James rallied the Cavs in the NBA Finals to defeat the favoured Golden State Warriors, who won 73 games during the regular season. James was selected Finals MVP for the third time in his career after Cleveland became the first team to overcome a 3-1 deficit.

James scored 41 points in Games 5 and 6 and made a key block in the final minutes of Game 7.

James joins Tiger Woods as the only two-time winners of the award.

“It’s hard to remember a year with such a crowded field of Sportsperson candidates,” said Chris Stone, SI’s editor in chief. “But in the end, LeBron James was the clear choice.”

The 31-year-old James has won four league MVPs. He returned to Cleveland in 2014 after four seasons in Miami, where he led the Heat to four straight finals and two titles.

Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton have been Mercedes team-mates for the past four seasons.

WORLD champion Nico Rosberg has paid tribute to Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton, calling him “one of the best ever” Formula 1 drivers.

The German beat the Briton by five points after a long battle over 21 races climaxed in Abu Dhabi on Sunday.

Rosberg said: “I owe some words to Lewis. He’s one of the best in the world, one of the best ever surely, so it’s incredibly intense to race him.

“I’ve got great respect for him because he does an incredible job.”

The title battle ended in controversy at the Yas Marina circuit, when Hamilton drove deliberately slowly in an attempt to get rivals to overtake Rosberg.

Three-time champion Hamilton needed to win and for Rosberg to finish lower than third to make up the 12-point deficit he faced going into the race.

But Rosberg told BBC Sport on Tuesday that discussing the incident

was “pointless” and has now added: “I’ve got great respect for him because he does an incredible job, he’s done so well over the years and he fought to the very last metre on Sunday. That made it extremely tough on Sunday but all the more beautiful afterwards.”

Rosberg said: “It feels like we’ve been doing it forever and he’s always edged me out ever so slightly, so to finally get one back was awesome.”

Hamilton rejected these claims and said he was comfortable in the lead.

Wolff has said he will consider whether to take any action against Hamilton in the coming days, and said after the race that “everything is possible”.

On Wednesday he added: “When we first brought Lewis and Nico together as our driver pairing back in 2013, we made it clear that there would be no number one status for either of them - and they didn’t want that either.

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Bien-Aime hopes FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup can empower young girls PRESIDENT of the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association, Sonia Bien-Aime is hopeful that the current FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup could spur on a whole new generation of female players.

On Thursday Bien-Aime, who is the Chairwoman of the tournament’s organising committee and a member of the FIFA Council, was gracious to the host Papua New Guinea.

“I would like to thank the government of PNG for supporting women’s football in this beautiful country, and I would also like to

thank the LOC for their efforts and hard work. The people of PNG have proven themselves to not only be very friendly and warm, but also very good hosts. I consider this tournament to be full of success.”

Bien-Aime said the impact of the tournament transcended sports.

“We have also seen many campaigns here off the pitch, campaigns which hopefully will encourage girls and women to break barriers and end violence. I sincerely hope that this tournament will leave a legacy and that each girl that wants

Sonia Bien-Aime (centre) at the press briefing in Papua New Guinea on Thursday.

to play football can do so. From a volunteer stand-point, we had over 1000 people who received training as a result of this tournament, and are now employable, so many people have benefitted.”

The 16-team, three week, World Cup, will culminate this Saturday with the third place match between the US and Japan, followed by the grand final between France and Korea DPR.

Bruins stay flawless in PHL – Flyers bounce back THE Coco Bistro Bruins, led by four first half goals and two assists from Kurt Rivers, defeated the Turkberry Hurricanes on Saturday last to stay unbeaten in the Provo Hockey League at the Graceway Sports Centre.

The Bantam Division team also had two goals apiece from Clayton Thomas (also an assist) and Chavion Capron and one goal and two assists from Max Scholar in the 10-6 finish.

Maddox Zaidan Jones led the Hurricanes’ attack. He scored all of his team’s goals and almost staged a come-back half way in the second period as the Hurricanes came within one 5-6, after a 0-5 first half score.

The other Bantam Division clash ended in a 4-4 draw between the Digicel Comets and the Projetech Penguins. The Comets raced to a 4-1 lead after Jack Blain scored three times, but the Penguins bounced back with goals from Jaden Robinson, Takeem Williams and Wyatt Pollon. Henri Heino scored the other Penguins’ goal, while the Comets’ Moses Vargas also got into the scorebook.

The day’s action bullied off with the Scotiabank Sailfish whipping the Grace Bay Car Rental Islanders 9-0.

Greta Osmond led the winners with four goals, while Matt Phillips added three and Brock Pollon two.

In the other Novice clash the Sailfish drew 0-0 with the undefeated

Troy Saunders led the Hustlerz with 31 points.

Flyers edge out Hustlerz in PABA Night League Kyle Cushing Meehan had his best day in hockey with four goals in two games for the Flyers. The 11-year-old is a relative newcomer to the sport.

Grace Bay Resorts Conchorers.

The Midget Division got more competitive last week when the Villa del Mar Flyers won back-toback games. With the result all three teams are now tied with two wins and two losses.

Against the Saunders Greyhounds the Flyers won 12-8. Darius Coakley led the side with five successful strikes and an assist, but a number of other players assisted, especially in the first period when the eventual winners poured in seven goals.

Keshawn Thompson (two goals and an assist), Tristan Grandsire (two goals), Noah Reid (two goals) and Kyle Cushing Meehan (one goal)

also found the back of the net.

Joshua Saunders (also an assist), Michael Saunders and Dylan Ayer (also an assist) scored two goals each, while Zachary Scholar netted another to go with three assists.

Coakley netted five more goals, to take his tally to 23 in four games, when the Flyers met the Gansevoort Gators.

Five other Flyers scored in the 15-6 blowout. Meehan scored three goals and made an assist, while Reid, Mae Chaplin (also an assist) and Thompson added two each and Grandsire one goal and four assists.

The Gators were led by Bradley Ayer with three goals and an assist.

THE Five Cays Flyers edged past the Hustlerz, despite a game high 31 points from seasoned player Troy Saunders when action in the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) Night League continued last Friday at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex Court.

The 59-58 point victory stemmed from a solid team effort.

Leading the charge were the Flyers’ Anthony Cash (13 points, five rebounds and three assists) and Saundro Germain (13 points and nine boards).

Jerry Clerveaux and Alvin Parker (also five boards) chipped in with 10 points each for the Hustlerz.

In the other game the Knights easily defeated the Spartans 8467. Andujar Gardiner led the

defending champions with 29 points and three steals, while Harry Cooper (16 points), Mike Cumberland (10 points, seven rebounds and three blocks) and Dondre Taylor (10 points, three rebounds and four assists) also played their parts.

Lordly Lubin led the Spartans with 18 points, three rebounds and five steals, while Javonio Fulford added 17 points.

The Stallions are expected to meet the Knights and the Flyers will meet the Predators in what is expected to be a great double header this Friday.

On Saturday night the Kings will try to get their first win of the season as they look to ground Keith Cox’s Flyers and the Predators will challenge the Stallions.S

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Clement Howell’s 5K and 10K set for Saturday morning THE CLEMENT Howell High School will host a 5K and 10K meet this Saturday morning from 7:00h at the Lower Bight Park.

The event will be opened to primary school students, high school students and adults. Students from the TCIPS, Long Bay High, Oseta Jolly, Enid Capron and Ianthe Pratt have already indicated their interest.

CHHS’s coach Randy Ford said that the school is hoping to purchase a leg press machine for its gym from

the funds raised.

Ford, who also serves as national coach for numerous international track and field events, said that he is looking to create stronger middle and long distance runners.

“As a coach I realise that sprint medals are more difficult to get regionally than middle and long distance and field events…. We are aiming to develop road running with help from Run4Fun Provo and with approval from the TCAAA.”

The event will have a number of outstanding athletes, including Zoe Butler, Rebecca Bernadin of CHHS and 12-year-old Tanisia Gardiner of Ianthe Pratt.

Lavardo Campbell, who is one of the fastest in the middle distances, should also be on the podium.

Entrance fee is $5 for children and $20 for adults. Persons can register just before the race starts.

Rebecca Bernadin of CHHS is expected to be on the podium in the high school competition.

A large turnout is expected for this weekend’s championships.

National All Fleet Sailing Championships set for this weekend The Provo Sailing Club will host a National All Fleet Sailing Championships this weekend.

The event sponsored by Turks Head brewery and slated for the Kids Park, will have the most competitive races on the sailing calendar in every class of boat available.

Head coach and organiser Keir Clarke said that the championships

weekend is a step in the right direction.

“It means great things for the development of the sport as we are opening up racing to more people with the introduction of nationals for Hobie and of course the brand new fleet of optimists.”

Clarke said that persons desirous of competing should do so.

“Everyone is encouraged to come down and watch or even try to get crewing on a boat. All Pico and Hobie captains are required to take a crew with them for all six races planned throughout Saturday and Sunday.”

The Optimist race is an U15 competition, while the Laser Youth is U19, the Laser Senior is over

19, the Pico is between the ages of 12-70, but a crew is required. The Hobie is open, but a youth crew is needed.

“Morning races are from 1012pm in the Laser and Optimist class, with the afternoon (slightly less competitive) racing in the Hobie Cat and Laser Pico classes.”

Clarke added that the

championships will also select the outstanding individual and teams for possible overseas appointments.

“We’re hoping to use the results to send some of our top sailors away to international competitions like the Caribbean Sailing Championships and possibly even the Youth Americas Cup in Bermuda.”

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