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Former Premier Rufus Ewing said this week that the Government is not acting to curb crime.
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US TOURIST SHOT IN GRACE BAY ROBBERY PAGE 4
BIOMETRICS LEGISLATION WILL BECOME A REALITY, SAYS GOV’T PAGE 5
CONNOLLY ACCUSES PREMIER OF USING, DISRESPECTING AND DISCARDING HER
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US tourist shot in Grace Bay robbery – Ministry of Tourism says that no criminal act will be taken lightly
The silver Honda Accord that was driven by Pierre during the time of the accident
BY DAISY HANDFIELD AMERICAN tourist Kevin Newman, who was shot and robbed in Providenciales while vacationing with his family, is recovering in a Florida hospital. According to a police statement, at about 1.43am on Friday, June 23, officers responded to a report of a shooting in the Grace Bay area. It was established that a man had been shot and was being treated at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre for a wound in the abdominal area. Newman, was travelling with his wife, Tiffany, and son, Gavin. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support medical costs and as of Monday (June 26) has raised nearly $25,000. According to the page, Newman had surgery and was put in a medically induced coma at a local hospital before he was flown to South Florida by air ambulance Angel MedFlight. In a Facebook post, Newman’s wife said the gunshot damaged his liver and that his right kidney was
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removed. Acting Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting said the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) is committed to tackling crime and will do all in its power to capture whoever is responsible. He said: “We have arrested and charged a number of people
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for serious offences including robbery, burglary and handling stolen goods. “Of course, we cannot do this alone and we need the community to share what they know about the offences that are causing harm to the local community and those who visit the Islands. “Information can be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 1-800-8477 or contact the Chalk Sound Police Station at 338-5901.” Following the incident, the TCI Ministry of Tourism issued a statement expressing shock and sorrow towards the incident. It read: “He [Kevin Newman] and his family continue to be in our thoughts and prayers while doctors continue to monitor his recovery. “A criminal act, whether against a resident or visitor, is never something taken lightly and there is a heightened and concentrated effort to identify the individual(s) responsible. “The Turks and Caicos Islands are a popular and peaceful destination known for its pristine beaches and relaxed atmosphere and this type of occurrence sends a ripple through the entire community.” He stressed that the safety of everyone in the TCI is always a top priority. “The Ministry of Tourism is in complete cooperation with our acting police commissioner who has increased visible security. “We ask that everyone cooperate with authorities as needed.”
The Isuzu Flatbed truck involved in the accident
Young woman dies in early morning car crash BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE LIFE of 25-year-old Idette Pierre was cut short after she was fatally injured in a two vehicle collision on Wednesday morning (June 28). The Grace Bay Club employee was driving a silver Honda Accord on Millennium Highway in Providenciales at about 8.45am when it collided with a flatbed truck. Pierre, a Turks and Caicos Islander of Haitian descent, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two people travelling in the truck also suffered injuries and were taken to Cheshire Medical Centre where they were treated. Police are investigating the cause of the crash. Acting Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting extended his thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Pierre, on behalf of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF). He said: “My officers will be working hard to establish the cause of the collision and I would urge anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact my officers as soon as possible.” Friends and acquaintances of
Idette Pierre
the deceased took to social media websites to express their grief and to share words of comfort. One person said: “It feels so unreal, I wonder what was on your mind that last moment. Gone too soon, Idette...Life.” Another said: “…I am still in shock, feels like a dream. Lord, it is hard. RIP, always love you. Your smile will always remain in my mind. Sleep on…” Traffic officers from the RTCIPF are investigating the circumstances of the collision and are asking witnesses to contact the investigating officers on 941-3327.
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Government ‘doing nothing’ to cut crime BY OLIVIA ROSE FORMER Premier Rufus Ewing said this week that the Government is doing nothing to curb crime. His comments came in light of the robbery and shooting of a US tourist in Provienciales last week. Dr Ewing called on all residents with information concerning this violent crime to share their intelligence with the police or Crime Stoppers. He further called on the Governor, the Government, the leadership of the police force and the judiciary to do what is necessary to the fullest extent of the law to bring those responsible to justice. “This is not the Turks and Caicos that we grew up knowing and this is not the Turks and Caicos that is on
the bucket list of many tourists and potential investors,” he said. “Our survival as individuals and businesses and the prosperity of our country depends on our ability to not only solve this and other serious crimes but our ability to prevent and solve future crimes. “Yes crimes, and more so serious crimes, did not just start today with this elected Government, but has it been increasing for some time now despite the recent report to the contrary, and will continue to do so until we as a people and the Government do what is necessary to combat crime.” Ewing stressed that his administration did a great job in restoring the country’s economy and provided ample resources to curtail crime.
“Such as police vehicles, police equipment, police officers and significant financial resources in the procurement of police boats, CCTV and serious crimes experts. “It has now been over 180 days since this new ‘Change’ administration was elected by the people to change things and make life better for all.” INSTANT ACTION He lamented that it was expected of the new Government to have already executed their 12 point plan or to at the least use the PNP’s Safe Communities and border security plan to address this crime situation. “Doing nothing is not an acceptable option, doing nothing kills Turks and Caicos Islanders, kills residents, tourists, our businesses
Former Premier Rufus Ewing
and our country.” He acknowledged that the root cause of crime is multi-factorial and some of these factors will not be addressed overnight. However, he also pointed out that there are many causes, re-enforcing factors and prevention strategies that are considered low hanging fruit that could be addressed immediately to bring about the desired outcome.
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Biometrics legislation will become a reality, says Gov’t BY DELANA ISLES THE PDM Government fully intends to implement its biometrics programme which will be used as a crime fighting tool. Recently, Government ministers met with the local press to update the public on some of its promised initiatives, among those, their biometrics legislation. Biometrics is the science and technology of measuring and analysing biological data. In information technology, biometrics refers to technologies that measure and analyse human body characteristics, such as DNA, fingerprints, eye retinas and irises, voice patterns, facial
patterns and hand measurements for authentication purposes. Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson assured that the biometrics legislation will be coming on stream as one of the new crime fighting initiatives and tools, with public education following closely behind. “We certainly have announced on several occasions the purchase of the former Carlos Simmons building to assist the police in their new efforts and to ensure that we have all of those things in place to support their crime fighting initiatives,” the Premier again promised. Deputy Premier and Minister of Labour and Immigration, Sean Astwood responded to a question on
how far along the new Government is in rolling out its biometric programme. He stated that when the new work permit system is fully on stream there will be provision in the immigration ordinance to allow for biometrics. He added: “However, we do see where it is necessary to make further amendments to that ordinance and also the regulations to describe how the data collected is kept. “In terms of how quickly it’s going to be rolled out, the software that is being produced now to deal with work permits specifically doesn’t have that component readily available, but that is the second phase of the programme that
has to happen.” Minister Astwood further stated that as far the processing of biometrics as it ties into work permits, there is no question about whether they are going to do it. HISTORY OF BIOMETRICS Back in 2014, the then PDM Opposition had introduced a motion for a law governing biometric surveillance to be introduced in the Turks and Caicos Islands in the fight against crime. The motion had come at a time when crime was escalating in the country, and was touted primarily as a crime fighting tool for the police force. Goldray Ewing told this publication at the time: “We asked
them [the PNP Government] about finger printing laws and surveillance laws and they said that they had no appetite for that at the time. “But after the police commissioner came out with the statistics for last year, I decided that we wouldn’t leave it up to the Government or to the police to determine what type of tools they need to fight crime.” He added that the decision was made to take the proposal to the house and let members recommend that the laws be put in place. “If they choose not to use it, once the laws are in place, then it’s a different matter. But we must give them the tools to work with so that they would be very effective in fighting crime.”
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Crime fighting is everyone’s business, says Premier BY OLIVIA ROSE PREMIER Sharlene Cartwright Robinson says fighting crime has to be everyone’s responsibility. Her sentiments come on the heels of a violent attack against US tourist Kevin Newman, 38, in Grace Bay, Providenciales. The man from Smiths Station, Alabama, was robbed and shot on June 23 while on vacation with his wife Tiffany, 40, and his son Gavin. The incident sparked local and international outrage which saw many calling on the Government to address the escalating crime forthwith. Citizens have openly expressed their concerns on petty thefts, breakins and snatch thefts, which in some cases have led to serious injury and even death. On Monday (June 23) Premier Cartwright Robinson in a release said that while the Government and the police are at the helm of crime fighting, citizens also have a major role to play. She said that the increase in violent criminal activities in the TCI is directly related to the reluctance, failure and refusal within communities to face down criminals. “Crime fighting is everyone’s business and while in Opposition we continued to lead on this dialogue. “We acknowledge that many of these measures are not yet in place and can look forward with great anticipation.”
She said she acknowledges the “awakened consciousness” of the public and a willingness to act. “In what is now a challenging period, we see a readied people ready to assist and play its role and commend those who have stepped forward to play a more active role as a citizen.” The TCI has recently been painted in a negative light in US media, she said. “This day was feared by many, but we believe with the response we see especially among the people of this country, that this can be a turning point in addressing crimes among our residents and visitors. “I am excited that our people are keen to be greater participants in this fight against crime and I call on us all to remain interested and to know that the best help that can come forward from you now is information.” She said that no matter how insignificant information may seem it must be reported to the police. “I encourage residents and visitors alike to be vigilant and to not take any unnecessary risks by making yourselves an easy victim. “The response of our people shows that this level of crime, though comparatively very low, will not be tolerated and as Premier, I am confident that serious crime strategies together with tougher penalties and a plan to save our youth are the keys to lowering crimes.” The Premier revealed that
the police have since ramped up operations in an effort to stop gun related offences. She highlighted several areas where the Government has been instrumental in supporting the police over the past six months. “I made a request to the UK for assistance and the resultant UK Security Assessment as early as February this year during my first visit to London,” Cartwright Robinson said. “The purchasing of a building to house the highly anticipated CCTV programme and other new crime fighting initiatives.” Coupled with these efforts, the Government approved funding for additional police officers including managers of the CCTV project was recently passed in the budget. “The approval of $1.2 million in the purchase of new cars in the recently passed budget and the agreement in the National Security Council to devise a national security strategy. “The inclusion of modern crime fighting initiatives and other legislative support for the police in our legislative calendar.” She pointed out that her Government has made significant strides in coordinating operations between the police and immigration to seek out and to repatriate undocumented people. She said: “The presentation to Cabinet a paper on the rehabilitation of offenders in an effort to reduce the
Jogger robber pleads guilty BY OLIVIA ROSE STEVE Remy Gardiner, 21, who was arrested for robbing two female joggers has pleaded guilty to robbery and assault. He appeared before Supreme Court on Friday, June 23, and is now awaiting sentencing for the offences. On March 6 two women who were running in two different areas of Providenciales were attacked. At about 6am on that date Gardiner demanded cash from the first female in the Lower Bight, the court heard. He then drove down Leeward Highway where the second woman was seen. Gardiner ran across the road and tackled her to the ground. He stole her cell phone and escaped in a black SUV. While both women managed to escape the chilling ordeal physically unhurt, they were traumatised according to reports. A police investigation was
immediately launched which resulted in the apprehension of Gardiner on March 10. Detectives arrested him on suspicion of robbery. A search warrant was executed at his home where 535 grams (approximate street value of $5,350) of cannabis were found. In April Gardiner pleaded guilty to drug possession charges and was sentenced to nine months in prison. Steve Remy Gardiner will be sentenced for the robbery and assault with intent to rob on Wednesday, August 9. Public relations officer Kevin Clarke told the Weekly News that joggers had become fearful following the robbery. He said: “I would like to thank the officers for their hard work in quickly apprehending Gardiner for these dreadful attacks. “It is my hope that now that he is behind bars it will bring a sense of security to the residents of Providenciales who regularly exercise during the early mornings.”
• Police are still urging joggers to apply the safety tips below: • Jog or run with a known companion. • Jog or run in a familiar area. • Particularly if jogging or running alone, don’t wear radio or recorder earphones. • Do not jog or run after dark. • Wear bright coloured clothing to improve your visibility. • If followed, go to the nearest residence, open business or group of people. • Carry your motor vehicle key and/or home key with you. • Vary your route and pattern of jogging or running.
Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson
rate of repeat offenders. “The initial dialogue with the TCHTA and to having received their agreement to employ those at risk under the Government’s Change for Change Programme to be led by the Ministry of Home Affairs; and holding meetings with pastors to assist in creating programmes that will address our youth.”
The Premier expressed her satisfaction with the efforts of the police who are working hard in the aftermath to bring the culprits to justice. She assured the public that her Government remains firm in its stance for stiff penalties for gun crimes and crimes against visitors to these shores.
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UK has a responsibility and a sovereign conscience to prioritise crime fighting in her overseas territories.” The former Premier in his strongly worded release questioned the progress of several useful initiatives introduced under his administration. “Where is the CCTV initiative that my Government left well advanced in its planning and procurement? “Where is the police boat that my Government left well advanced in procurement? “Where is the Turks and Caicos Islands’ application to the UK to access the Overseas Territories Complex Stability and Security Fund of £25 million to address an issue of critical importance to any of the OTs? “Whatever happened to the 100 days in office promise to the people of these Islands as outlined in the PDM’s April 11, 2016, press conference and statement and 12
point plan? “Is this administration holding the feet of the Governor and leadership of the police force to the fire as it did when they were in Opposition? “Or have things changed and they are now happy with the status quo? He stressed that the people do not only need answers to these questions but demand tangible solutions from their leaders. He said: “As saying nothing and doing nothing makes our criminals braver and our residents ever more fearful and hopeless, silence and doing nothing kills. “We, the people, are here to be critical of all those persons from the Governor down, who were appointed and elected to address crime and we must also be critical of ourselves as residents with the responsibility to report crime and do all that’s necessary to provide an anti-crime environment that we can all live in.”
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Connolly accuses Premier of using, disrespecting and discarding her BY DELANA ISLES FORMER minister Josephine Connolly has called on Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson to reveal the real reason why she fired her from her position. At a press conference last Friday (June 23), Connolly revealed her shock and dismay at having her appointment revoked. She said she believed she was performing exceptionally well in the position in the past six months the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) has been in Government. The ex-Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Library Services also pointed out that her and the Premier had always struggled to maintain a harmonious relationship. However, she said, during the election campaign the hostility towards her stopped, as she worked as part of a team to ensure victory for the PDM and for the Premier. “I used platform after platform to extol the Premier’s abilities and leadership. I had hoped that after the election victory there would be a fresh start, the start of a new and improved relationship, but it was not to be. “I am left wondering whether my appointment as Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Library Services was always intended to be temporarily and there are those
who might say that the Premier had a good reason to remove me from office.” However, she stated that if someone does not get along with another person they should not use them to gain support or appoint them in the first place. She noted that even if the appointment was made, then that person ought to be shown some respect if they are removed from their position. “There are some who would say that if I am loyal to the PDM I should just walk away; I should just walk silently into the night and accept the decision from the Premier. “Despite everything, had I been treated decently with respect and fairness I would have done just that, but because of the way it was handled rumours continue to fly with me being accused of all manner of things some of which include a private family tragedy.” FIGHTING RUMOURS Connolly said that she cannot sit quietly and not answer the “wicked and malicious” rumours that are circulating. The former minister expressed that she hopes the next minister that is fired is treated much better than she was – with decency, transparency and respect. She denied allegations and
Governor meets new prison officers GOVERNOR John Freeman called in on the induction course for new officers of HM Prison recently. He met prison officers at the introductory training on June 20 at the Salem Baptist Church in Grand Turk. The Governor took the time to meet each new officer and spoke to the group about the importance of the role that they are about to take on. He told them: “The prison and prison officers are a vital part of the total security and crime prevention effort in TCI. “The Superintendent of HM Prison, Mr Steven Barrett, who is doing an excellent job, and his staff deserve our support in an often difficult and challenging task.
Governor John Freeman
“I applaud the commitment of TCIG to the near-term renovation of the prison. “I welcome also the intention to develop a rehabilitation policy for prisoners and for former prisoners on re-entering the local community.”
rumours that she cursed at the Premier during a family incident and the resultant furore that caused her removal from her ministerial position. “I would also like to say that I appreciate and understand that the Premier has the right to choose a team of ministers; my issue is the way I was removed from my post.” She said she deserved to be told why she was being removed before the actual removal and not after the deed was done. “It is a common courtesy that you would extend to anybody who works for you. Finding your dismissal in the published Gazette the day you are told is very upsetting and it is disrespectful to a fellow party member and Cabinet colleague.” Pointing to the initial press statement from the Office of the Premier informing the public of her removal as minister, Connolly said that it implied that she was responsible for the social media rumours to which Cartwright Robinson was referring, and that she lacked competency and respectfulness. “On the Friday when I was told
Former Minister of Education Josephine Connolly
that my appointment was revoked I was given reasons regarding my failings as the minister. “Obviously there was no discussion and I had no opportunity to defend myself as the deed had already been done. “Becoming a Cabinet minister and taking on a new department and a new job is very challenging - it takes time to settle in and get a better understanding of the issues. I met challenges in my ministry but I do not think I am alone.” She stated that while all of the ministers were working in a new environment, there seemed to be a focus on her ministry that did not apply to the others. “Every step was highlighted, every success ignored. I made so much progress in the Sports
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Department, I met with the NGBs and we were able to come to some agreement on how we were going to provide some after school sports for these schools. “They have also promised to provide equipment for the schools and this was a huge step for me that I undertook. “I also had the football association committed to bring more events to the Turks and Caicos.” The former minister further recounted her other many successes while she held the post, stating her ministry has made great strides. Wishing the new minister of education every success, Connolly expressed the hope that Karen Malcolm builds on the work that she has done so far and had hoped to complete.
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New members get parliamentary training NEWLY elected members of the Turks and Caicos Islands judiciary were recently schooled on the crucial role of good governance. The members took part in a post-election seminar put on by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA). It was aimed at strengthening parliamentary practice and procedure following the recent elections. The CPA is the only Commonwealth body that works to strengthen territorial assemblies and legislatures such as the House of Assembly in Turks and Caicos Islands as well as national, state and provincial legislatures. The CPA post-election seminar provided an opportunity for newly elected members of the House of Assembly to ask questions about parliamentary practice and procedure. It also provided members with a better understanding of the parliamentary system and democratic processes in other Commonwealth jurisdictions. The seminar was opened by Dwayne Taylor, Speaker of the House of Assembly, and commitment to improving democratic processes
about what unites them with each other and with others across the Commonwealth. Shirley Osborne spoke about the work of the Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians (CWP) as representative for the Caribbean region and she highlighted the great success of women’s representation in the TCI with women occupying many senior positions in all three arms of the state – executive, legislature and judiciary. She also reminded young people that parliaments work best when all people including women govern together.
CPA Secretary general Akbar Khan and local parliamentarians pose with students of Helena Robinson High School during a post-election seminar
in the legislature was demonstrated by the active participation in the seminar of members from all sides of the House. The seminar goers heard from experts from across the Commonwealth including Shirley Osborne, MLA, Speaker of the Montserrat Legislative Assembly;
Dave Levac, MPP, Speaker of the Ontario Legislative Assembly, Canada; Jacqui SampsonMiguel, Clerk of the House of Representatives, Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago; as well as local members and officials from the Turks and Caicos Islands. Following the CPA seminar, a CPA
Primary healthcare gets electronic immunisation record system BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT is making notable strides in developing and implementing an electronic immunisation registry (EIR). This system, allows a child’s immunisation record to be accessed electronically from any participating clinic on any island in the TCI. The EIR is expected to increase efficiency in locating child health data from 2012 going forward. The Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services welcomed Hayden Hopkin, a Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) consultant, to the Turks and Caicos Islands on Thursday (June 29). Hopkin will be working with the Primary Healthcare Department over the next five months to develop the registry. The system was introduced to the Expanded Program on Immunisation (EPI) managers at their annual meeting in Grenada in November 2016. According to a release from the ministry, the demonstration at the meeting was impressive and the TCI capitalised on the opportunity to request PAHO’s assistance in acquiring the system for the country, to further strengthen the already robust EPI programme.
Ministry welcomes PAHO consultant Hayden Hopkin
Subsequently, the TCI along with three other Caribbean countries received a grant from the Centre for Disease Control (CDC) through PAHO for the introduction and implementation of the system. During Hopkin’s visit, he met with the Minister of Health, Agriculture and Human Services Edwin Astwood and senior members of the health team who will be involved in the process, along with other key stakeholders
who will be the end users of this system. Challenges with the current paper based system were identified and ways in which the system can be improved were presented to the group. The country also had the opportunity to request modification to the system which will cater to the needs of the TCI. The system is expected to be operational by November 2017.
roadshow for more than 150 young people was held at the Helena Jones Robinson High School Auditorium. Students had the opportunity to discuss the importance of the Commonwealth and of parliamentary democracy with the CPA SecretaryGeneral Akbar Khan. The Premier spoke to students
During the CPA visit to Turks and Caicos Islands, the CPA SecretaryGeneral held a range of bilateral meetings with the Speaker of the House of Assembly, the Premier, the Leader of the Opposition, Charles Misick, and Governor John Freeman. The Secretary-General discussed the range of parliamentary strengthening programmes that the CPA offers to its members and is developing to support the professional development of members of parliament and parliamentary staff.
More road repairs coming soon - Minister Ewing DRIVERS and pedestrians should exercise caution on the roads in the coming weeks as the Government carries out repairs. Minister of Infrastructure Goldray Ewing made the announcement at a Government press conference on June 20 at the Hilly Ewing Building in Providenciales. The minister said that roadworks will cause disruptions to the flow of traffic, particularly at the roundabout leading to Millennium Highway in Blue Hills. “I am begging the public to be patient with the roadworks that will be carried out soon. “It is for the good for all of us who are using that road, because it will allow the traffic to flow much easier coming out of Blue Hills into Downtown.” He added that road grading exercises will be carried out on a number of roads which the Government currently cannot pave. The minister added that the Government will have these roads put into the budget for the new year or the one after. “So, I am begging the general public to bear with us while we carry out this road exercise.” Although there is no allocation in the budget for sidewalks in
this financial year, the minister promised that work will be done to ensure that roads are cleared and maintained. “We’re going to cater to the maintenance of roadways, especially in the Leeward, Long Bay area where no work was done in the last clean-up campaign... to make sure all the bush is cut back further away from the edge of road.” Blue Hills will not see any sidewalks being created, however the minister reminded that the Blue Hills Master Plan when it is rolled will cater for that. In addition to the promised roadworks, Minister Ewing also said that the Department of Planning will be stepping up its inspections around the country for illegal structures. He said: “There will also be some exercises carried out by the Planning Department as far as checking on people who are building without the approval and permission of the department. “We intend to make sure that people in this country abide by planning laws and regulations.” Noting that this is overdue, Ewing said that the Government is doing everything in its power to make sure they create an affordable housing programme to eliminate squatting.
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Risk management is focus of new workshop BY OLIVIA ROSE MEMBERS of the public and private sector met this week to comb through the TCI’s challenges with anti-money laundering and terrorist financing. The country’s first National Risk Assessment was held on Monday, June 26, at the Blue Haven resort in Providenciales. It saw about 50 stakeholders and representatives from both the public and private sector convening for a two-day workshop. Understanding the money laundering and terrorist financing risks is crucial to developing and implementing national anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism. With increasing globalisation and liberalisation, money laundering and terrorist financing have become a global phenomenon. They pose real and significant threats to nations, their people, their financial systems and their security apparatus, no matter the makeup of the economy or the size of the country. All nations, particularly small and developing jurisdictions are susceptible to disruption from
criminal and terrorist activities. Corruption, money laundering and its associated economic and financial crimes tend to impact and undermine good governance and rule of law, which are core values of regional constitutions. A risk assessment allows countries to identify, assess and understand its money laundering and terrorist financing risks. Once these risks are properly understood, countries can apply AML/CFT measures that correspond to the level of risk. In this vein, the workshop was aimed at putting together comprehensive action plans to decrease the levels of risks, and strengthen controls and supervisory oversight in each sector while submitting ideas to impact legislative changes in this regard. Speaking at the opening of the workshop, managing director of the Financial Services Commission (FSC), Nigel Streete, underscored the importance of implementing money-laundering legislation in the Turks and Caicos Islands. He said: “It’s especially important for a small jurisdiction like ours where you have limited resources. “What it allows you to do is
Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles OBE, chair of the national Anti-Money Laundering Committee
an internal assessment and that assessment allows you to further identify and deploy resources. “So when you have limited resources you have to make sure you get it right the first time so that those resources can be deployed appropriately, but it also a comprehensive framework. “The emphasis is on anti-money laundering and terrorist financing so it’s looking primarily at those risks.” Streete noted that in order to mitigate those risks a number of
agencies must be involved. “You would note from the composition of the anti-money laundering committee, that it brings together law enforcement, regulation and the AG`s chambers, it brings together customs and immigration. “Because what you want to do is make sure that your risk management framework is sufficiently comprehensive, that it guards against the various entry points for that risk into the jurisdiction.” Streete noted that training in this
regard is pivotal. Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles OBE, chair of the national Anti-Money Laundering Committee, said that the workshop was designed to ensure a buy-in of senior officials from both sectors. She explained: “This is a major initiative here in the Turks and Caicos Islands which will enable us to develop an effective framework to prevent money laundering and combat terrorist financing. “We have arranged a number of sessions of training over the next several months leading up to the assessments by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF). “We have, this month, a training that will be conducted by the CFATF and that is going to target members, so the FSC, the police, customs, the DPP and those persons who are actually on the ground dealing with these issues at hand.” World Bank experts Emily Adeleke and Roberto Biel facilitated the various workshop sessions which took place on June 26 and 27 with a closed half day workshop for policy makers on June 28. Recommendations made at this meeting will be taken to parliament.
Radar station detection rate remains high - Astwood BY OLIVIA ROSE THE RADAR station in South Dock, Providenciales, continues to detect illegal vessels on TCI waters at an astonishingly high rate. This was disclosed by Minister of Border Control and employment Sean Astwood who said contrary to the public’s misconception, the radar station is indeed functional and very effective. Speaking at a recent press conference Astwood said: “I’ve seen a number of comments on social media and general conversation as I move around
Minister of Border Control and Employment Sean Astwood
and interact and I wanted to make it clear to the people of the Turks and
Caicos that with the introduction of the radar station, detection has been extremely successful. “The radar station continues to enjoy above 90 percent detection rate and I need to repeat that because it’s important for people to understand we detect above 90 percent. “By any measurement, anywhere around the world, that is a success story.” In light of the recent events where several sloops went undetected by the radar resulting in illegal migrants escaping and making their way into the islands, residents have voiced their dissatisfaction with operations. However, minister Astwood assured that stringent enforcement
measures are in place to curb the influx of illegal vessels into the Islands. He said: “We’ve seen good results. I’ve made mention of numbers at our town hall meetings that we recently held.” The security of the Turks and Caicos Islands received a major boost with the official opening of its $2.84 million coastal radar station back in 2012. The radar is used to help the TCI authorities better tackle illegal immigration, the smuggling of goods, and transhipment of drugs, weapons and people trafficking. The TCI system has been designed for a maritime environment
and provides a cost-effective contribution to securing the territory’s borders, boosting the work of immigration and customs officials, the Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force marine unit and maritime patrol aircraft. It uses short pulse, dual band, X-band frequencies to detect and track a variety of marine objects in all weather conditions. It employs five Turks and Caicos Islanders as site supervisor and radar operators. The South Dock location was chosen due to its proximity to the waters around West Caicos and French Cay, the busiest waterways around the Islands.
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Service charge debate – Deceit or naivety? Dear Editor, The confusion around the equitable distribution of what has become known as ‘service charge’ is cause by a combination of the inexcusable deceit and naivety by some politicians who have misled hospitality workers and the public for their own ends. On this issue, the Premier prevarication is most offensive to a block of voters who she unequivocally pledged to ensure that 100 percent of the service charge is given. Since it is now clear that she has wised up to the fact that that promise was impractical and not one that she can
deliver - the poetry of campaign must now give way to the prose of governing. That requires a clear policy decision anchored in legislation. The truth is that today’s ‘service charge’ defined in the ordinance as: ‘Any amount of money charged over and above the price of accommodation in a hotel, or the selling price of a meal or intoxicating liquor or beverage purchased by a customer, for service to a guest or customer, in a hotel or restaurant, but does not include any tax to be paid under any ordinance’ is an amalgamation of two add-ons to the published rates for the provision of
hospitality services provided by some establishments prior to January 2004. In any case, there were no obligations by establishments to collect or pay neither gratuity or service charge to employees; and in fact, all-inclusive properties did not collect nor pay gratuity to employees. To remove subjectivity from the system, the ordinance made it mandatory that all-inclusive properties levy and pay a 10 percent service charge to their employees. At the same time, recognising the practice of other categories of hotels
MILLS MUSES
The things some students say MOST teachers, particularly those who are professionally close to their students, which makes the latter feel free to express themselves, have experienced interesting sayings from them. Irrespective of the type of school, the students’ reaction is instructive. One teacher who was away from the TCI for a period was having a class when unexpectedly a student asked: “Miss, where you from?” The teacher asked the class to guess the country, although she was a TCI native. After some silence, one student replied: “It’s either Jamaica, or England.” This teacher was educated in both countries, so the student must have recognised something in her speech and mannerisms which caused that student to ask the question. All were surprised when the teacher told them she was born in the TCI. In a different school, a teacher assigned a project, and after marking it gave the students their grades. A student approached her and said: “Miss, I see you gave me a ‘C’ grade, but I’m not a ‘C’ person.” This class was fairly big, so the teacher did not know this
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.
student closely, but remembered through intuition that she hardly ever attended class. The teacher decided to check the class register and noticed this student had only attended class once for the semester. She told her that because of her attendance record, she missed important classes, information about research techniques, and did not present any papers. She also missed the opportunity to participate and sharpen her skills. The student did not comment. Another occasion concerned a student from a challenging background who did classwork sporadically, despite professional encouragement. She was disruptive and whenever the teacher approached her to advise about her behaviour, she quickly got up from the desk and ran down stairs. The school was a two-storey building with a long stair case
leading from the top floor to the ground. When asked to return to her class, the student refused. One instance when she did this the teacher approached the exit door and she stood outside looking up at him. He encouraged her to come back in class telling her she would not get good grades if she continued this behaviour. And would benefit by staying at her desk, and “learn her lessons.” He added that if she did not return to her class, she would not be allowed to come back to ‘his school.’ The student looked up at the teacher from the bottom of the stairs, her face creased, and with her left eye closed because of the sun’s heat said: “Your school? You say your school? You ain’t got no school. You carry your school everywhere you go!”
(that levied a 10 percent charge broken down into a six percent gratuity and a four percent resort fee) it left it to the discretion of management of the individual hotels to collect a service charge. However, the ordinance does provide that if a service charged is collected 60 percent must be paid to employees. This is reasoning is flawed unless of course those establishment levy a charge sufficiently above 10 percent to equate to the effective rate of the all-inclusive. Considering that all employees are required to pay the minimum wage whether all-inclusive or otherwise, and assuming parity of wage rates and other benefits across categories of employment obtains those persons working in non-inclusive hotels may very well be at a disadvantage. The existing legislation is clear that the service charge levied by non-all-inclusive hotels is intended to be share at minimum in the ratio 60:40 to employees and the business - reflecting the practice of many hotels at the time the ordinance was introduced. Establishments that are not adhering to the law are stealing from employees. On the other hand, there is much confusion in the terminology gratuity, service charge and tips. It is therefore necessary to contextualise the argument and possible solution by defining the terms. Gratuity (tip) a voluntary payment by patrons to service professionals as an expression of gratefulness for extraordinary service. Albeit the subjectivity of the judgement of patrons impacts the aggregate amount of gratuity available to be shared among the staff. While a service charge is also additional payment on a service provided by a service professional it is mandatory rather than elective, and may or may not deliver additional pay to the service professional who provides the service unless required by law. In my view, the provision of hospitality services is a profession like any other, and it is right that it should not be left up to the discretion of a patrons or hotel operators to, effectively set the pay for hospitality employees. Therefore, the idea of legally establishing an add-on to guests’ bills ringed fenced for hospitality workers is reasonable. On the other hand, a cover charge to a hospitality service establishment is standard in the industry; additionally, in a high-end tourism destination where customised service
is demanded the level of hidden cost to a business is high. Allowance should also be made for non-cash benefits to employees including meals, transportation, uniform and training. Under those circumstances businesses not only earn a legitimate claim to a portion of the service charge but it is necessary for them to compete and prosper. We must remember that our survival depends on our ability to compete. Finally, the current range of service charge in the TCI varies from 10 percent to 18 percent depending on the establishment – with allinclusive properties pegged at 10 percent of which 100 percent goes to the employee. It therefore stands to reason that the amount paid to employees ought to be synchronised at an effective rate of 10 percent across categories of properties. This effective rate may be achieved through benefits in cash and kind. A common-sense compromise among all stakeholders encourages productivity, improve customer satisfaction and improves the bottom line of the business. Employees should not have to wait until Christmas for the necessary adjustment. The necessary amendment to the legislation to achieve a win-win solution should be done imminently. Stifling of debate by the majority on issues it deliberately or obliviously misrepresented does not of itself dispose of the problem, especial one that relates to the life-blood of the economy and the livelihood of people they purport to represent. Tourism and the welfare of hospitality workers should never be treated as a game of cricket. While I understand that the Premier faced batting from a self-inflected sticky wicket it is disappointing that she pulled up her stumps instead of defending her wicket. C Washington Misick
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Expectations Crime - Eight point solution
Dear Editor, Shortly after the December 2016 general elections I ran into a good friend of mine who happens to be a high ranking PDM official in the front of the CIBC First Caribbean Bank in Grace Bay. As we were catching up, my friend boasted to me about how their government would be in office for the next eight to 12 years minimum. This, owing to the 10 to five victory margin by the PDM, which was called a landslide by many media outlets in the country. I told them that the only way that they would be right if the Government was able to properly manage the expectations of our people. I gave the example that if you promised someone 20 things but only delivered 10, they would be disappointed; even if they only previous had two things. It’s always better to promise five things and deliver 10! Six months has passed since the country went to the polls. Let us now look at some of the things that we, the people, expected of this change government by now: In relation to the Crown land reform to ensure that it’s back under ministerial portfolio and the abolishment of the land lottery: No movement. In relation to the reform of the National Scholarship Policy to include US-based universities: No
movement. In relation to the implementation of the 12 point crime plan and curbing the increase of violent crimes: Little to no movement. In relation to the review and reform of the NHIP treatment abroad policy to include US facilities: No movement. In relation to the reinstatement of gratuities for post 1992 staff and reintroduction of pensions for civil servants: No movement. In relation the regulation or eradication of illegal jitneys: No movement. In relation to the reinstatement of 100 percent service charge for hospitality employees: Amendment Bill killed in House of Assembly. In relation to the repeal and replacement of the Immigration and TCI Status Ordinances: No movement. In relation to the introduction of measures to reduce cost of living: No movement. In relation to articulating a clear policy outlining Turks and Caicos Islander preference in hiring practices in the Public and Private Sector: No movement. Just a word of advice, if you fail to pick the low hanging fruit quickly, you will never get to those up high. Stay blessed, Jamell R Robinson
Dear Editor, Crime continues to be the number one threat to our country and the livelihoods that we all currently enjoy. We unfortunately had to witness family after family, both citizens and visitors alike endure the traumatic experience of robbery and gun crime. These experiences as you hear about them leave us all with a loss of our sense of security. For the persons who have had to look down the barrel of a gun, the effects are even more traumatising and long term. No one should have to face this reality. We should not accept this as a new norm. Crime is no respecter of persons and we have seen our second premier of the country Hon Galmo Williams robbed and shot; we could not believe it could have hit so close to home. Eventually it will hit us all in our pockets. It is sad that it has taken an incident such as this for many persons to speak up and speak out on crime. When the pastors had their march on crime, the attendance was moderate but we saw that no action
followed. When the Government and the Opposition had their joint press conference on crime we also saw that no action followed. When the police commissioner had his press conference on crime, little action followed. Who else has to undergo the frightening experience of robbery? Who else must suffer the traumatic experience of gun crime? It is unfortunate that in this day and age the British still believe that crime and safety can only be secured and effectively carried out by the Governor. Waterloo’s record on crime speaks for itself. We are no safer with the Governor being at the helm of security. We have tried them all - we watched crime spiral out of control under British Governor after Governor, from ‘Pink Pants’ Ric Todd to this new bullet proof obsessed Freeman. It is clear that we have tried everything foreign to help with crime and that approach has not worked, so here is my opinion on what we should now try. Let’s try local in the following way:
A new Ministry of National Security transferring powers from the Governor to the local minister. A local Commissioner of Police and a local Deputy Commissioner in whom the police and the public have confidence. A local Special Task Force, made up of senior retired policemen who are connected to the community and trusted by the community. Search and seizure of all homes in known conflict areas for illegal firearms. Implement the CCTV system island wide in Providenciales. Constant patrol in the attackprone areas. Citizen speak up awareness campaign – You see something, you say something. Change in shift – more police officers to work nightshift rather than dayshift. It is either we choose or lose! Mark A Fulford
No cultural hiccups COMMENTARY
WE SUGGEST that the current Government or a third party group put together a cultural profile that reflects the unique history of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Politics has simmered down and one by one, problem and problem, people are being dealt with. Problems that are hiccups in our very recent history and which have no long term bearing on TCI culture. From my perspective as a naturalised citizen and having lived and slept the TCI for 30 years, I feel the need for a defined culture as much as any of our folk. Residing in culture rich Middle Caicos amplifies my call. We will point out certain differences that make the TCI
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
different and in fact unique from other Caribbean nations. Fellow commentator Mills pointed out certain important aspects in his column recently. We have travelled the Eastern Caribbean from Antigua to Grenada and visited almost every island in between more than once. We spent weeks in St Vincent and the Grenadines and travelled the local mail-boat down through
the Grenadines. All Caribbean islands have a common culture that started in Africa centuries ago. That is the ancient beginnings. Afro Americans share the same beginnings but not the culture. My family three generations before me were born in Germany, but I do not muse over Kaiser Wilhelm, Hindenburg and certainly not Hitler.
African blood lines in TCI are but a strong DNA element joined with the DNA of many other areas of the world. It is the experiences of living and growing TCI that becomes our culture. Eastern Caribbean nations were populated with African workers imported directly from Africa to work in the sugar cane industry on the EC islands. TCI workers came from the USA with loyal British landlords leaving America after the American war of Independence in 1776. Caribbean folk were emancipated by the British act of 1840. When TCI farming did not make economic sense TCI workers were left to their own resources. Bambarra is unique with escapees from a slave ship settling there. All Caribbean folk share the marvellous West Indian story
of survival and progress with minimal physical and educational resources. A culture of living from the sea and land. Is this much different from many other national histories? The American military bases played a significant role in the more maturing culture of the TCI and together with national hero JAGS brought us the valuable US dollar and 10 year US visa. Before the TCI culture is watered down it needs to be collected, assembled and celebrated. Thank God that Conrad gave us our national song. This needs to be joined with the folk songs of Lovey Forbes and others. Will someone put it all together? It will make you proud!
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TCI needs a SMART approach to tackle crime - Opposition BY OLIVIA ROSE THE PROGRESSIVE National Party (PNP) has called on the Government to adopt a SMART approach to cutting down on crime in the Turks and Caicos Islands. SMART stands for S – specific, M – measurable, A – achievable, R – results orientated, and T – timed. The party, in a press release, said that is tempting for the Government to have a knee-jerk reaction to critical events, especially gun crimes that endanger the lives of tourist and undermine the livelihood of all who invest and work in the tourism sector. However, it has called on the Government to take a more proactive approach to this troubling issue. The Opposition vehemently denounced all violent criminal acts but acknowledged that this is not enough to combat the increase in violent crime. The party said: “While we must speak-up and out forcefully against violence of all types, our denunciations are meaningless unless solution-base strategies with full stakeholder buy-in replace domestic political rhetoric and apathy on the part of HMG in the UK.” The party called on all stakeholders to work together to defeat the violence that threatens the prosperity of the TCI. “TCI has proven that when stakeholders work together we can defy the odds – proven by our triumph over the decimation of the economy and indebtedness. “TCIG’s economic recovery
was made possible by SMART objectives. “TCI can defy the odds against crime and not succumb to the criminal malaise that is keeping visitors away from some other destinations in our region by SMART goals,” the release read. The Opposition party reasoned that a SMART approach to addressing the rising crime rate means that everyone must become engaged and everyone must become his brother’s keeper. The party lambasted the UK Government for not making the immediate security needs of the TCI a priority. “The UK Government cannot and should not cherry-pick, based on convenience, what parts of its constitutional obligation it discharges. “National security is a responsibility with equal weight to that of good governance, and needs radical actions.” “HMG needs to bring the same resolve to the eradication of border control and serious crimes as it brought to the allegations of corruption in government.” The party also questioned the long drawn out SIPT trials in which close to $70 million has been spent. The PNP said that the hefty cost of the trials should have been borne by HMG since the unavailability of funds has had a direct impact on funding for the security of the Islands. The party stated that: “While it is important to recognise the
performance lapses on all sides, it is in crisis moments like these when our common destiny dictates that regardless of how we got here, or whatever our distinct roles are, we must join hands to triumph over threats to our prosperity and way of life.” The Opposition stressed that a smart solution must be to identify the cause of the problem then work can begin on formulating strategies to address it. “We have instead made timid attempts to treat the symptoms: we have spent more, prayed longer, and talked excessively “In the process, we have even identified a specific number of problems broadly categorised under boarder protection, parent and juvenile delinquency, inappropriateness of the education curriculum to the demands of the economy, and housing and urban decay. “These are all high level social issues each of which requires drilling down through the core to the granular reality and then addressing the root cause. “The solution requires hard adaptive work by all. The process must start with a response that goes beyond knee-jerk superficial rhetoric.” The party further called for a national conversation that will make way for a tripartite framework agreement between TCIG, HMG and the TCI private sector with SMART goals broken down into short, medium and long-term targets.
No new zika cases since January – But residents should stay protected against mosquitos MINISTER of Health Edwin Astwood has assured that although there have been no new cases of the zika virus since January residents should remain vigilant. The minister noted that during the past year the Turks and Caicos Islands have been very fortunate. He said that there has been a total of 25 cases within the territory with no new cases since the first week of January this year. Astwood encouraged residents to stay protected as there has been frequent rainfall which usually leads to an increase in the insect population. Therefore, people should continue to keep their surroundings free from all standing water even in flower
pots. For those who have not yet removed old tires and derelict vehicles, he encouraged them to ensure that this is done, and keep gutters clean and free of debris. Astwood stated: “Reduction of any contact between the mosquito and our people and those visiting us is critical. “We encourage you to remove any stagnant water, use mosquito nets where possible and use appropriate repellents.” He added: “My ministry remains committed to ensuring that residents and visitors alike, continue to enjoy safe surroundings by minimising and eventually eliminating major threats posed by vector borne and other
illnesses.” The efforts of public health professionals and the multiple agencies who collaborate with the Government continue to fog, remove derelict vehicles and waste appliances, place traps along courses that capture larvae and conduct clean up campaigns around the Islands. Aldora Robinson, Director of Health Promotion and Advocacy Unit, said: “We can halt this big threat, but it requires the full cooperation of everyone alike to actively engage in a search and destroy mission of mosquito breeding sites whether big or small, inside our homes or around our homes, workplaces, schools, churches or playgrounds are destroyed. Let’s find them.”
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Visitors, roads, runways and promises FOR a summer week, we’ve been quite busy with visitors on Salt Cay. More on that in a moment. But first: Out of the blue I received a text message from a number I didn’t recognise that read, “Happiness dwells in the soul.” After replying “I see you’ve read my piece,” and enquiring as to who the anonymous sender of said text was, the answer was, “Always do” and the sender turned out to be a BY TITUS DE BOER very dear old friend from my Titus de Boer, who originally Provo days. moved to the TCI from I have to say I was truly Germany in 1989, is a touched - keep reading my journalist by training and friend! currently works as an art Back to those Salt Cay promoter and consultant in visitors. This week, the entire Grand Turk and internationally. Cabinet of the Turks and Caicos Islands descended on Salt Cay, headed by a visibly resolute Premier. This being the last stop of their all island town hall meetings, they assured the assembled crowd that, “We’ve left the best for last.” While it is an open secret that I don’t do party politics and (as a former journalist) have an almost in-bread distrust of politicians, I will say, in fairness, that each minister took their time to make their individual presentations and didn’t shy away from the subsequent Q & A session. Mind you, Salt Cay is an easy crowd. Still, the willingness of the elected officials to listen the resident’s concerns seemed genuine and as one Salt Cay native said to me after the meeting; “If only 50 percent of what they promised comes to fruition, that’s good.” Time will tell. Key issues, in case you’re a reader not too familiar with Salt Cay, are the upgrade of the island’s runway and finding a way to revitalise the local economy, especially its tourism product. I’ve always had a slight issue with the word “product” in conjunction with “tourism,” especially when it comes to smaller, unique communities such as Salt Cay. “Tourism Experience” would be my preferred term - and here’s why. Salt Cay, as opposed to Providenciales or even Grand Turk with its million cruise ship tourists a year, can - in my humble opinion - only create a unique tourism experience if it focuses on its natural beauty, history and traditions. There will never be a massive condo development on Salt Cay, nor should there be. That being said, Salt Cay is ideally positioned to be the true antithesis to the hustle and bustle of Providenciales or even the pace of the nation’s capital. Here one envisions charming, old world B&Bs and hotels, island style eateries, cultural/historical points of interest and “wellness tourism” - throw in some of the best diving imaginable, seasonal whale watching and one truly has a gem. It is not my place to tell Islanders whether perfectly paved, black topped roads are a necessity on an island that boasts a dozen cars or whether it is wise, in the long term, to encourage thrill seeking cruise ship tourists to come over from Grand Turk on day trips, as was suggested by some. When it comes the future planning and development of an island like Salt Cay, opinions (like in other communities) will be diverse - and that’s only to be expected. What I will say is this: Salt Cay is the only island in the Turks and Caicos, with perhaps the exception of parts of North and Middle Caicos, where the visitor can truly make a trip into the past of not just the Turks and Caicos but indeed the West Indies. Anyone familiar with Ernst Hemingway’s ‘Islands in the Stream’ and Patrick Leigh Fermor’s: ‘The Traveller’s Tree’ will know what I mean. Both these works of literature superbly illustrate life in the West Indies during the 1930s and late 1940s. Walk down Salts Cay’s Victoria Street on any given day and this ‘old world’ atmosphere comes alive. That is the true magic of Salt Cay. Let’s preserve it for future generations and yes – let’s share it with the world!
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Post Cabinet meeting statement GOVERNOR John Freeman chaired the 16th meeting of Cabinet on Wednesday, June 21, at the Hilly Ewing Building in Providenciales. All ministers were present except the Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication. At this meeting Cabinet: -Noted the financial performance of the TCI Government for the first month of the financial year as submitted in the Financial Report for the month of April 2017 by the Accountant General. Cabinet further noted the Government’s strategy and proposals to mitigate against the risk of not meeting revenue targets including regular monitoring of departmental and statutory body spending and budget plans. -Advised the Governor to approve the Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism (Taxation) (Designated Restaurant) Order 2017 and to approve commencement of the Order and of the Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism (Taxation) (Amendment) Ordinance 2017 with effect from 1 August 2017. -Received an information paper on the state of preparedness in TCI for the 2017 hurricane season. Cabinet agreed the need for ministers to raise significantly the level of hurricane readiness across all TCI Government departments, agencies and national disaster subcommittees as a matter of urgency. -Received an up-date by the Minister of Health on the reconciliation exercise on the InterHealth Canada contract. A full report on the reconciliation exercise will be
submitted to the next meeting of Cabinet. -Received an up-date on the outcome of the public consultation on the proposed change of use of the Green Door on Grand Turk for temporary prison accommodation. -Received an up-date by the Premier on funds held by the TCI statutory bodies which are to be remitted to central public funds. -Received an up-date on the terms of reference for the accountancy audit of the NHIP. -Received an up-date by the Premier on progress on and plans for implementation of the capital projects programme. -Received an up-date by the Minister of Environment on the disposal of the seized catch of marine product from the Capitan Blaze fishing vessel. -At the request of His Excellency the Governor, received an up-date by the Minister of Environment on the salvage of the Mega-One Triton vessel on Governor’s Beach on Grand Turk including on measures to address His Excellency the Governor’s concerns about the immediate threat posed to public safety by the vessel in its present state. -Received an up-date by the Premier on the Government’s proposed investment and refurbishment policies. -Received an up-date by the Minister of Environment on the public consultation on a proposed shark sanctuary in the TCI and on his attendance at the recent Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) ‘Caribbean Week’ meeting in New York. Further information on these matters will be provided by ministers in due course.
Conagra brand Chef Boyardee spaghetti and meatballs recalled
Conagra brand spaghetti and meatballs recalled by US – Some of the product was exported to the TCI BY DAISY HANDFIELD MORE than 700,000 pounds of Conagra brand spaghetti and meatballs have been recalled by the company due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The products contain milk, a known allergen, which was not declared on the product label. The United States Department of Agriculture has learnt that some of the recalled product was exported to the Turks and Caicos Islands. The TCI Government’s Agriculture Department has ensured that all remaining product is removed from the shelves. Residents who have bought the product before learning about the recall, are urged to not consume it, but to return it. Director of Agriculture Wilhelmina Kissoonsingh provided
a more detailed explanation on the recall earlier this week. She said: “Now, an allergen is basically any type of product that people can be allergic to, which is why they label products, so people with severe allergies would know that the product is not safe to use. “The company, on June 6, realised that the bread crumbs that they use to make their meatballs, had milk in it. “So, as a safety precaution, they recalled that particular batch of product that was manufactured on January 5 and January 12, 2017.” Import and export licences are provided by the Department of Agriculture so that matters such as these can be dealt with properly. “The United States Department of Agriculture informed us that some of those products from that batch came
into TCI. “Again, that is why I stress the importance of import and export permits. “That is why countries issue these things, so that we can trace and ensure that the consumers are always safe.” After tracking the recalled products to local grocery stores, the department notified management of the establishments, who removed the items from their shelves. “As usual, the supermarkets in the TCI are always cooperative with us anytime we have recalls. “In fact, one supermarket contacted the US directly, got their stuff off of the supermarket shelves before we even contacted them. I am very happy about that,” she said. For further information, the public can contact the Agriculture Department at 946-5801.
Farmers display their locally grown crops BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE DEPARTMENT of Agriculture hosted its first annual Agricultural Open Day in the Butterfield Square parking lot in Providenciales. The event on Friday, June 23, was well attended and according to the feedback it helped farmers who needed publicity to push their products. “Grow what you eat and eat what grow,” was the message that the department communicated to attendees. North Caicos farmer Courtney Missick displayed an array of locally grown crops and explained he has had great support since he starting farming on a commercial scale. However, he said, it is harder for
other farmers to promote their products without an established venue. He said: “Well, I have been doing farming most of my life; since I was in high school and I left high school in 1990. “But I really started doing it in 2005 on a commercial scale. This is a thing that I have been doing for years and I love it. I have a farm and a nursery together. “If the Government would set up a proper market, be it just a few days of the week, where farmers could come out and bring their products, it will and can work. “I know for sure… The response that I see here, it can work,” he said. Minister of Health Edwin Astwood said that it was very encouraging to see how well attended the event was.
“I am very happy to see the turnout here. I am very happy to see the support that we are getting from the general public. “I am especially happy to see the vendors who came over from Middle and North Caicos. “Of course, like I said earlier, I would have wanted to see more participation from the other islands, especially Grand Turk, Salt Cay and South Caicos. “That is something that we need to work on, reaching out to them also so they can be a part of this. “The department gave me their word that they are reaching out to those farmers to get them to be a part, nonetheless, this is has been a successful event,” he said. Director of Agriculture
Locally made straw products featured at the event
Wilhelmina Kissoonsingh said that she heard from vendors who said that they wanted the opportunity to display their crops. “The minister and I are going to sit down to see how we could make this bigger, what we can improve on
and how we can take it to the other islands as well. “The Government really wants to see a farmers’ market and so, we are going to try and put these things in place, to at least make something happen.”
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TCI Scotiabank to join mass regional HIV testing BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE TURKS and Caicos Islands is one of 17 countries or territories across the Caribbean that is participating in Scotiabank’s 10th annual mass HIV testing. On Friday (June 30) the bank will hold tests for the public at three locations from 9am to 4pm. Participating branches are on Cherokee Road and Grace Bay in Providenciales and at Waterloo Plaza in Grand Turk. A press conference was held on Friday, June 23, at Scotiabank’s main branch in Providenciales, to discuss the upcoming initiative. Coordinator of the HIV Prevention Unit, Aldora Robinson, explained that it is a collaborative effort between the bank and the Ministry of Health, and by extension the Health Promotion Advocacy Unit. She said: “What we would like to see is more persons coming out… This is the tenth anniversary and we are trying to test 100,000 persons within the Caribbean region and
Turks and Caicos; we need to play our part. “It is important that everyone knows their HIV status. “It is important for a number of reasons; it is important so that you know if you are negative, or you are positive. If you are positive, there are steps that you can take.” Robinson explained these steps, stating that they include medication, which may be a big change in lifestyle for many. “No one is really dying from HIV and infection now because we are trying to end Aids, which is the opportunistic infection caused by the HIV virus. “Now, if we are trying to end Aids by 2025, we need to test and test now. “Why? Because if you are HIV positive and you take medication, you will not get to that stage where you will have Aids. “Just how we have eliminated mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis, we want to end Aids,” she said.
Scotiabank branch manager Ira Taylor, coordinator of the HIV Prevention Unit Aldora Robinson and translators Dr Bernado and Donald Metellus
Branch manager of Scotiabank, Ira Taylor, explained the testing process, stating that it will only take about 20 minutes to complete. He welcomed the general public to come out and get tested for free. “For the past ten years that we have
been partnering [with Government], we tested over 700 persons locally, as well as over 13,000 persons in over 20 countries. “The testing is free; it is quick and confidential. Professionals from the Ministry of Health and Human
Services will provide pre and post counselling.” Dr Bernardo and Donald Metellus were present at the press conference, delivering the message to the Spanish and French communities in the Turks and Caicos Islands.
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Five things your chiropractor wants you to stop
TEXTING FOR HOURS Did you know that bending your head to look at your phone can put up to 60 pounds of pressure on your spine? Here are some tips to avoid the ache.
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.
BY Dr Craig Zavitz
Call Dr Craig Zavitz on 347-8964 to book your chiropractic appointment. He is back on island on Monday, July 24, to Saturday, July 29.
We all do simple, everyday things that drive chiropractors crazy! Here’s why you should stop doing them and what you can do instead. IMPROPER LIFTING Improper lifting is a main trigger for back pain. Before lifting something heavy at work or in the yard, follow these tips to avoid strain. Position yourself close to the object. Stand with your feet shoulderwidth apart with your feet and body pointing in the same direction. Bend your knees, keep your back in a neutral spine position and slowly lift the load. Keep the load close to your body and pivot with your feet - don’t twist your body while carrying the load.
YOUR BODY
Use a lumbar support pillow to help you maintain proper posture. Avoid sitting in one position for longer than 30 to 50 minutes at a time. Take a quick stretch break or, even better, get up and move around.
Give your neck and shoulders a break by putting down your device and taking some time to stretch. When using your phone, raise it up closer to eye level to reduce strain.
SITTING ALL DAY Sitting for long periods of time, repetitive movements and awkward work positions may lead to pain and discomfort. Follow these tips to make your work station more comfortable.
SLEEPING ON YOUR STOMACH Sleep should always be restful and rejuvenating, but headaches and neck stiffness can make for a painful wake-up call. Proper neck support can help you get a better night’s sleep. Side sleepers should invest in a higher pillow whereas back sleepers should choose a medium height pillow. Chiropractors do not recommend that you sleep on your stomach as it can lead to stress and strain on the spine, no matter which pillow you choose.
USING AWKWARD BAGS Knowing how to choose and pack backpacks, shoulder bags and luggage can make your journey much more comfortable and backfriendly. Choose a lightweight backpack that has two wide adjustable padded shoulder straps. When using a shoulder bag, don’t always carry your bag on the same shoulder. Switch sides often so that each shoulder gets a rest. Avoid purchasing luggage that is already too heavy when empty. Choose a bag with wheels and an adjustable handle when possible. Want more advice on how to beat your back, neck and shoulder pain so you can get back to doing the things you like to do?
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Science & Technology
Major black hole discovery shines new light on how the universe formed
After adjusting for confounding variables including age, gender and socioeconomic status, the team found that a higher childhood IQ was associated with a lower risk of dying by the age of 79.
Higher childhood IQ linked to longer life, say researchers THE finding comes from the largest study yet to examine this association. Researchers from Edinburgh University, Oxford University and University College London followed more than 65,000 individuals (33,536 men and 32,229 women) who completed The Scottish Mental Survey in 1947 at age 11 and who could be linked to cause of death data up until December 2015 (when they would be 79 years old). After adjusting for confounding variables including age, gender and socioeconomic status, the team found that a higher childhood IQ was associated with a lower risk of dying
by the age of 79. Every additional 15 IQ points was associated with a 28% lower risk of death due to respiratory disease, a 25% lower risk due to coronary heart disease and 24% lower risk due to stroke. The risk of death from injury, digestive disease and dementia was also lowered. The risk of death from lung cancer and bowel cancer (smokingrelated cancers) was also reduced, by 19% and 25%, respectively, whereas no significant link was found between childhood IQ and death from cancers that are not smoking related.
RESEARCHERS at the University of New Mexico (UNM) have made an incredible discovery that could help us better understand not just black holes, but also the universe. For the first time ever, astronomers have observed and measured two supermassive black holes orbiting one another. The black holes are hundreds of millions of light-years from us, but that just happens to be the perfect distance from the Earth for optimal observation. The observation process was an undertaking 12 years in the making. “For a long time, we’ve been looking into space to try and find a pair of these supermassive black holes orbiting as a result of two galaxies merging,” Professor Greg Taylor explained in a UNM news release. “Even though we’ve theorized that this should be happening, nobody had ever seen it until now.” The team used the Very Long Baseline Array (VLBA) to plot the black holes’ trajectories and confirm that they are indeed in orbit with one another. However, the size of the black holes makes their orbital period around 24,000 years, so even after viewing the binary system for over a decade, the scientists have yet to witness any curvature in their orbit. These orbiting black holes could
For the first time ever, astronomers have observed and measured two supermassive black holes orbiting one another.
teach us a great deal about our universe. “Supermassive black holes have a lot of influence on the stars around them and the growth and evolution of the galaxy,” Taylor explained. “So, understanding more about them and what happens when they merge with one another could be important for our understanding for the universe.” Bob Zavala, an astronomer with the U.S. Naval Observatory, likens the potential of this discovery to what astronomers were able to learn
about stars from studying their binary orbits. “Now we’ll be able to use similar techniques to understand super-massive black holes and the galaxies they reside within,” he told UNM. The UNM team plans to observe the black holes again in three or four years to confirm their findings and get a more precise reading of the orbit. This discovery will undoubtedly provide a wealth of new knowledge for many years to come. (NBCnews)
Inmarsat’s European short-haul wi-fi spacecraft launches A NEW Europe-wide wi-fi service for aeroplanes came a step closer on Wednesday night with the launch of a key satellite from French Guiana. Airline passengers will soon be able to connect to the internet either through this spacecraft or a complementary system of cell towers on the ground. The company behind the socalled European Aviation Network is Inmarsat, the UK’s biggest satellite operator. It is building the system in tandem with Deutsche Telekom of Germany. The pair hope to start services at the back end of the year, with IAG Group (Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia and Vueling) being the first to equip their planes with the necessary equipment. Lufthansa will be trialling also. This would include an antenna on the top of aircraft to connect upwards to space, and another terminal in the belly of the plane to link down to what initially will be 300 4G-LTE towers concentrated along Europe’s main short-haul routes. The hybrid system would be a first for the continent. Passengers in the cabin wanting
The EAN is designed to be a hybrid network - connecting passengers via space and ground links.
to surf the web or watch a video would simply join a hotspot as they would if they were in a cafe or a hotel. The European Aviation Network
(EAN) has been a while coming. The European Commission first awarded two licences for satellite communications operating in the S-band part of the radio spectrum
back in 2009; and expected services to be up and running by December of last year. But both Inmarsat and the other licence holder made slow progress
in developing a business case that would make best use of the frequency allocation. In the beginning, many commentators thought that case might involve mobile phones which could connect either to a satellite or a local cell network. However, this was before inflight connectivity (IFC) became a boom market. Wi-fi on planes has traditionally had a wretched reputation, but the technologies are changing and the user experience is fast improving. “We conjured lots of business cases and then during that journey along came IFC and it’s a perfect fit,” said Rupert Pearce, the CEO of Inmarsat. “The short-haul market is growing twice as fast as in North America in terms of planes and passenger journeys, and it’s set to become the largest short-haul aviation market in the world. Only briefly because I think China will over take it. China are going to build 50 airports in the next five years, so it’s very hard to compete with them; but absent that, the European opportunity is very exciting.”
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Former Bahamian minister dies FORMER Bahamian Minister of National Security Dr Bernard Nottage has died at the age of 71. Dr Nottage was airlifted to a hospital in Florida on Friday after falling ill last week. Over the course of his political career, the former Bain and Grants Town MP served as a Cabinet minister in one Pindling and two Christie administrations. Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis has released a statement paying tribute to Dr Nottage, calling him an “outstanding medical doctor and political leader”. The statement reads: “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of my parliamentary and medical colleague and friend, Dr. Bernard J. Nottage, former Minister of National Security and former Member of Parliament. Dr. Nottage was an outstanding medical doctor and political leader. “But he was first and foremost a Bahamian patriot and native son, who at his core, was deeply committed to the development of The Bahamas and the Caribbean. “B.J. as he was affectionately known to us all, was born into a sporting family and so it was no surprise that he went on to become
Over the course of his political career, the former Bain and Grants Town MP served as a Cabinet minister in one Pindling and two Christie administrations.
an outstanding athlete and sports organizer. He nurtured generations of aspiring athletes in The Bahamas as well as in the region. “He was one of those responsible for first bringing the Carifta Games to The Bahamas and he remained a committed patron of sports to the very end. “Dr. Nottage earned the trust and affection of many patients who found in him a fine medical practitioner who demonstrated an ethic of care
and compassion. “B.J was a Bahamian patriot, whose high sporting profile led him to frontline politics which he used as a platform to advance national development and the common good. He was a dedicated member of the Progressive Liberal Party. “He served for a time as Chief Executive Officer and Leader of the Coalition for Democratic Reform (CDR), along with individuals such as the late Charles Maynard. The CDR was an incubator for many innovative policy and programmatic ideas which endure. “Our compatriot, brother and friend, B.J has finished the race. He has passed the baton on to a new generation of Bahamians. His commitment, caring and all around good nature will be missed. “In due course, the Government will announce an appropriate tribute to this Bahamian patriot. “On behalf of a grateful nation, and on my own behalf and that of my wife, Patricia, I offer condolences to his wife Portia, his children, siblings, other relatives and his many friends at home and aboard. “May He Rest In Peace.” (Tribune242)
Bahamas: ‘20,000 people’ without indoor toilet facilities BEFORE the Minnis administration rolls out legislation to regulate its inner-city incentives plan - an initiative which was a part of its 2017 campaign - the government plans to carry out an intense study of Overthe-Hill areas taking into account very specific factors to improve the way of life for residents, Attorney General and Senator Carl Bethel said on Tuesday. These factors, he said in the Senate, include whether homes are equipped with running water and inside toilets. According to Labour Minister and Senator Dion Foulkes, there are more than 3,300 households without running water or indoor toilet facilities. He explained during his 2017-2018 budget communication in the Upper Chamber that this number affects close to 20,000 people, opening them up to indignity and health hazards because of the use of outdoor toilets. During his wrap up of the debate, Mr Bethel said: “When we are able to do it, we want to have real businesses that are going to be in the Over-theHill area as defined right now, the traditional inner-city. They will set up, renovate or build buildings (and) people will want to move to the area. “The Bahamian people will develop their own ancestral homes
and want to live there and want to live on wider streets with better street lighting, with better police protection, with better traffic flows, with a sewerage system. “Right now, the government is on the verge of considering whether to do a full house-to house survey where we will map out with the help of the NGIS unit of the government dealing with all of the technologies. We will have photographs. We will have satellite documentation of exact locations. We will go street by street, house by house, yard by yard, apartment by apartment. “We will know the ownership structure, the occupational structure of every building whether it has running water (or) whether it has toilets. We are going to do this so that when we bring that incentive act in we will have empirical evidence and we will have a standard by which our effort can be judged but before we can do that we have to set the ship of state aright.” He continued: “This year is our year of testing. This year we would have sought wherever possible to restrain public spending. We have sought to keep the budget as close as possible in terms of appropriated revenue account spending to its predecessor. Yes, we are some $250m or so above last year’s appropriated limit but we are working every day in all of our ministries to cut
back the excessive expenditure,” Mr Bethel said. For his part, Mr Foulkes said he was pleased that the government was addressing the serious situation present in the inner-city. “I fully endorse the prime minister’s initiative to revitalise and rejuvenate the Over-the-Hill communities. Most of the crime committed in our communities is rooted and is a result of the poor social and economic condition of our people especially the young. “We will never have a significant reduction in crime unless we address the social and economic roots of crime. “I compliment the prime minister and other colleagues who have shone their commitment to eradicate the social ills in our communities. I assure them of my unequivocal support,” he said in the Senate. While on the campaign trail ahead of its stunning victory over the then governing Progressive Liberal Party, the FNM proposed tax breaks including the duty-free importation of construction materials for residential and commercial properties; no business licence fees or real property taxes; no taxes on household furniture; no taxes on capital goods and business equipment “after proper vetting”; and lower import duties on business vehicles.
HIV-positive Jamaican who infected women in Canada extradited to face charge FOUR years after Canadian authorities demanded the extradition of Jamaican George Flowers, he has finally returned to Toronto. On Thursday, law enforcers escorted the 48-year-old HIVinfected man to Canada where he is charged with 12 counts of sexual assault. It is alleged that Flowers knowingly engaged in sexual intercourse with several women without disclosing his HIV status. Four women have brought cases against him. According to information released by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) in Jamaica, “three of the four complainants subsequently contracted HIV, and all the complainants swore in affidavits that they would not have had sexual intercourse with him had they known he was HIV positive.” Toronto police told the Globe and Mail in an article published in October 2012, that Flowers worked in Toronto in the entertainment business and met women in bars and other venues. It’s alleged he has known since 1996 that he carries the HIV virus, which causes AIDS, but did not
George Flowers is now facing three counts of aggravated sexual assault in Canada. (Photo: Toronto Police Service)
disclose his status. The article further pointed out that Canada’s Criminal Code specifies that anyone who is HIV positive must apprise their sexual partners, and charges can be laid regardless of whether the infection is transmitted. Since his arrest in Jamaica in August 2015, Flowers had waged several legal battles to prevent his extradition.
Anwar Choudhury, 58, will not take up the post until March 2018, when Governor Helen Kilpatrick’s term in office expires.
New governor chosen for Cayman A CAREER diplomat who was not born in the United Kingdom has been chosen as Cayman’s new governor. Anwar Choudhury, 58, will not take up the post until March 2018, when Governor Helen Kilpatrick’s term in office expires. Ms. Kilpatrick’s contract, set to end in September 2017 initially, was extended until March 2018 to accommodate Mr. Choudhury’s appointment. Mr. Choudhury has served as the U.K.’s ambassador to Peru since 2013. According to biographical details available online, Mr. Choudhury was born in East Pakistan in June 1959 (before it became Bangladesh). His nationality is
British and he has lived in Britain since he was a child. He is married to Momina Choudhury and has three children, one from a previous marriage. In the decade before taking the post as the Peruvian ambassador, Mr. Choudhury served as the foreign office director of “diplomatic excellence” from 2012 to 2013 and director of “international institutions” from 2008 to 2011. Before that he was the British High Commissioner in Dhaka, Bangladesh from 2004 to 2008. It was during that posting that Mr. Choudhury was targeted by Islamist militants in connection with a grenade attack in Sylhet, a city to the north-east of the country’s capital.
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Sarkis: Halt the Baha Mar sale FORMER Baha Mar developer Sarkis Izmirlian called for a moratorium this week on the mega-resort’s sale to Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Ltd and a full investigation into the deal struck by the former government citing “unusual, one-sided” concessions and openly accusing the Christie administration of “self-dealing” and “state-sponsored discrimination”. Days after members of the new administration said it saw no cause to renegotiate the terms of the sale, a statement from Mr Izmirlian’s BMD Holdings Ltd explained the demand for the sale process to be halted was motivated by a review of the recently released heads of terms between the Export Import Bank of China (CEXIM), China State Construction and the government. The statement reiterates the former developer’s pledge that he is fully prepared to purchase the beleaguered resort, complete construction and operate it with a full Bahamian workforce and organisation. It also notes that BMD is now considering legal options against the parties involved in the heads of terms. It read: “In BMD’s view, these documents confirm the nation’s fears that the previous administration had engaged in the wholesale giveaway of hundreds of millions of dollars in tax waivers and concessions that the country could not afford and that rightfully should have been earmarked for the Bahamian people, solely to facilitate a charade of a sale in the lead up to the general election last May. “The agreement also clearly raises the concern about the
Sarkis Izmirlian called for a moratorium on Baha Mar’s sale to Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Ltd.
potential of corruption and selfdealing by members of the previous government, even beyond the now public self-dealing by the former attorney general,” the statement also alleged. It is likely that the statement is referring to part of the agreement that stipulates Bahamians who owned and held shop leases and concessions in the Baha Mar project were permitted by CEXIM and the preferred purchaser to continue to hold them under the existing terms and conditions. In 2015, former Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson revealed that her husband Maxwell Gibson owns the retail jewellery store chain that had been granted storefront leases in Baha Mar. At the time, she rejected accusations that she had a conflict of interest due to her role as government
negotiator for the stalled resort. The BMD statement continued: “The heads of terms also underscores the extremes to which the former government of the Bahamas and China EXIM Bank conspired to impair the economic interests and reputation of the original developer, Sarkis Izmirlian. Not content to stop at the confiscation of the resort, the heads of terms expressly prohibits any payments to companies associated with Mr Izmirlian, a long-time resident and the largest foreign investor in the history of the Bahamas, as well as payments to the former expatriate executives of Baha Mar. “This is state-sponsored discrimination, contrary to the laws and constitution of the Bahamas, and sets an awful precedent for foreign investment in the Bahamas. Accordingly, BMD is considering
its legal options against the parties involved in constructing these highly questionable agreements.” The BMD statement calls for a moratorium on the completion of the sale and other transactions resulting from the deal struck by the former government, and for the investigation undertaken by the Gaming Board to grant CTFE’s casino licence to be reopened, and its findings made public. It also refers to the alleged “extensive, disturbing public record of potentially extensive criminal associations of Chow Tai Fook’s owners,” and suggested it was a factor that the previous administration “appears to have been intentionally and conveniently ignored.” CTFE has repeatedly denied claims that its operations were linked to organised crime in Asia, an allegation that was also raised by then FNM candidate and former Baha Mar Director Dionisio D’Aguilar last year. As minister of tourism, Mr D’Aguilar, along with Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis and Deputy Prime Minister Peter Turnquest, has rejected accusations by Progressive Liberal Party Chairman Bradley Roberts that his ties to Mr Izmirlian put him in a “conflict of interest” position regarding the resort. Mr D’Aguilar did not respond to calls placed up to press time. Attorney General Carl Bethel told The Tribune he did not want to comment on the matter. The Christie administration released the heads of agreement— which detailed many concessions given to the property—with Baha
Mar and the government at the end of April. The heads of terms relating to Baha Mar’s sale was tabled in the House of Assembly last week; however, Mr Bethel explained in the Senate that the government agreed to keep elements of its Baha Mar agreement with CEXIM sealed because of the commercially sensitive nature of the material. “We are cognisant that there remain commercially sensitive documents which were sealed at the request of the private parties to the Baha Mar matter, and which remain sealed pursuant to the court’s order,” Mr Bethel said on Friday. “After careful review and discussion with the other parities, we are of the view that those documents should remain sealed for the time being, for the legal reasons which have been given by the judge. Those reasons were that the documents should remain sealed to preserve the integrity of the sales process, which remains a commercially live issue.” The tabled heads of terms allowed for up to 1,200 work permits to be issued to China Construction America (CCA) and 30 work permits for all necessary staff of the asset special purpose vehicle (SPV) during the remobilisation and construction phase. The project was also to benefit from exemptions of value added tax and import taxes of goods and services for completion. Earlier this week, the former developer described the concessions outlined as egregious giveaways and an insult to the Bahamian people.
Bermuda under threat from EU – finance minister FINANCE Minister Bob Richards says Bermuda will fight to maintain its international standing as a business destination after it again came under attack by the European Union (EU). Richards told reporters earlier this month that the Bermuda government received a questionnaire from the EU’s Code of Conduct Group which he said was intended to damage the island’s position in international business. “The questionnaire is designed to lead to a predetermined conclusion that Bermuda is a tax haven that is harmful to the global economy, and the EU in particular, and therefore should be placed on an economic blacklist,” he said. “This (is) despite the fact that the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)
and the Financial Action Task Force to combat money laundering have concluded that Bermuda is not ‘harmful’ in its conduct or the application of its laws in the global economy. “The first attempt by the Code of Conduct Group to blacklist Bermuda in 2015 was thoroughly repudiated by the OECD and was dropped, but this latest attempt has been more cleverly constructed and poses a much greater threat. “We believe it constitutes a clear and present danger to our international business sector.” Richards said the questionnaire was received by e-mail on June 9, and if the government fails to respond by July 7, the island – a British Overseas Territory -will be deemed non-compliant by the organisation.
Richards said he believed the questionnaire had been sent to multiple jurisdictions, not just Bermuda, and that the government would be willing to release the questionnaire — and government’s response publicly. Richards defended the island’s reputation, saying Bermuda had spent a great deal of time and money to stay ahead of the curve for international taxation and information sharing, complaining that the island is being used as a political scapegoat. “Bermuda does not hide beneficial ownership from tax, regulatory or law enforcement agencies.” “Bermuda does not create structures designed to obscure where income is earned. Bermuda is not the jurisdiction of choice for hundreds of thousands of multinationals seeking to create shell corporations. Other jurisdictions are.
“Scapegoating Bermuda plays well in some European countries for political reasons. It also assumes that Bermuda is weak and defenceless. “But we are not. We will fight. We will fight this unjust attack on the livelihoods of thousands of Bermudians employed in the financial services business or those who depend indirectly on that sector for support. We will fight to preserve our sovereign right to determine tax policy for Bermudian companies.” While he said that Brexit – Britain’s decision to leave the EU ,had reduced the UK’s influence on the EU, he said Bermuda still had “private sector partners and overseas-based friends” who will work with the island as it defends its reputation. “Our first priority is to answer
the questionnaire clearly and logically,” he said. “If there are any biases in the questions, we will point them out and propose alternatives that demonstrate our role in co-operation, transparency and reporting. “With the questionnaire submitted by the deadline date, we will follow with a campaign enlisting the support of our contacts within the EU and elsewhere that we have built up in recent years. “I am confident we will prevail. We have worked long and hard to establish our reputation as a jurisdiction with integrity and the highest standards of transparency and best practice. “We will fight to protect our reputation and the livelihoods of thousands of Bermudians who rely on that reputation for their livelihoods.” (CMC)
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EU’s Budget Commissioner Günther Oettinger said the bloc would either have to spend less or find new money to fill the gap, equivalent to an estimated 16% of the entire budget.
Most of those who died in the June 14 blaze were said to be in 23 of the North Kensington building’s 129 flats.
No final Grenfell Tower death toll this year, police say THE final Grenfell Tower fire toll will not be known until at least the end of the year, with 80 people currently presumed dead, police have said. Most of those who died in the 14 June blaze were said to be in 23 of the North Kensington building’s 129 flats. Police are tracing victims via “every imaginable source” of information; from government agencies to fast food firms. The opening of inquests into seven of the victims heard a sixmonth-old baby was found dead in her mother’s arms. Survivors and relatives of those who died have expressed frustration at the progress of the investigation. But Det Supt Fiona McCormack said the full death toll would only be
known when the search and recovery operation and identification process was over. “What I can say is that we believe that around 80 people are either dead or sadly missing and I must presume that they are dead,” the officer said. She added: “I don’t want there to be any hidden victims. We want to understand the true human cost of this tragedy.” The previously given death toll from the fire was 79. The Metropolitan Police announcement came as Prime Minister Theresa May told MPs that cladding from 120 high-rise buildings in 37 local authority areas in England has now failed fire safety tests. Mrs May rejected Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn’s claim that
the fire was the result of fewer building control inspectors and “the disastrous effect of austerity”, saying the cladding of tower blocks was an issue that had “developed over decades” under successive governments and councils. Police said “it would have been impossible for anyone to produce a list before that showed exactly who was in Grenfell Tower that night - that includes those people living there but also those visiting”. “What I can tell you is there are 129 flats inside Grenfell Tower. We, the police, have spoken to at least one occupant of 106 of those 129 flats,” Det Supt McCormack said. “These people have been able to tell us not just who lived in those flats, but importantly who was in those flats on the night.”
Prosecutor calls for 20-year sentence for Suriname president A PROSECUTOR on Wednesday recommended a 20-year prison sentence for President Desi Bouterse for his role in the December 1982 killing of 15 prominent political opponents in this South American country. Prosecutor Roy Elgin told a court in a summation of evidence from a trial that has dragged on for years that there is sufficient proof that Bouterse was present when troops under his command summarily executed opponents of his thenmilitary dictatorship. The executions of union leaders, activists and journalists inside a colonial fort in the capital city of Paramaribo are referred to in Suriname as the “December killings,” and are considered one of the most significant political events in the country’s modern history. Bouterse has previously accepted “political responsibility” for the
Current president Desi Bouterse has previously accepted “political responsibility” for the killings but insists he was not present.
killings but insists he was not present. Elgin said testimony from a union leader who was spared execution and other evidence proves Bouterse was there. “As military leader, he was not
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only present during the summary executions, he also decided the fate of the victims,” Elgin told the threejudge panel. “He behaved like a judge, and robbed his victims of their most valuable possession, their life.” The court has not yet set a date for when it will rule on whether to accept the prosecutor’s findings but it is not likely for several months at least. The prosecutor’s summation must still be read for each of more than 20 other defendants also charged in the case. Bouterse, who was not in the courtroom, was the military leader of Suriname from 1980 to 1987. He was elected president in a parliamentary vote in 2010 and re-elected in 2015. He has not yet commented on the recommended sentence but is scheduled to speak Thursday at a ceremony to commemorate victims of political violence in Suriname.
Brexit ‘will blow hole in budget’, EU commissioner warns THE UK’s departure from the EU will leave a budget shortfall of at least €10bn (£8.8bn; $11.4bn), the budget commissioner has warned. Günther Oettinger said the bloc must either spend less or find new money to fill the gap, equivalent to an estimated 16% of the entire budget. Among the options on the table could be less generous payments to farmers or a tax on financial transactions. “A big country, a net contributor is leaving,” Mr Oettinger said. “That must have consequences.” Mr Oettinger said each euro spent must have a positive impact on people’s lives, as he presented a
discussion paper on the EU’s future. Negotiations are under way for the UK to leave the EU by the end of March 2019, following last year’s referendum vote. It is not just Brexit giving the EU a budget headache. “At the same time we need to finance new tasks such as defence, internal security...,” Mr Oettinger writes, with regional policy commissioner Corina Cretu, in an EU blog. “The total gap could therefore be up to twice as much.” The BBC’s Europe reporter, Adam Fleming, says the disappearance of Britain’s annual rebate will make the budget process simpler.
Florida woman arrested for having sex with 11-year-old boy, giving birth to his baby A WOMAN in Florida faces multiple charges after having sex with and becoming impregnated by a young boy. Detectives said Marissa Ashley Mowry started the sexual relationship in January 2014 when she was 22 and the boy was only 11 years old, WTSP reports. Mowry became pregnant and gave birth to a child in October of that year, police said. She continued to sleep with the boy until he turned 14 years old, according to authorities. The now 25-year-old Port Richey resident was arrested Tuesday following a police investigation and charged with sexual battery, ABC Action News reports. On Wednesday, 14 additional charges were filed against her, including three counts of sexual assault by an adult over 18 years old with a victim under 12 years old.
Police said Marissa Mowry started the sexual relationship in January 2014 when she was 22 and the boy was only 11 years old.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Child Protective Division said Mowry’s 3-year-old child was placed with a responsible adult as the investigation continues. (NYDailynews)
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Vatican treasurer charged with sex offences THE Vatican treasurer and Australia’s most senior Catholic figure Cardinal George Pell has been charged with sex offences in Australia. The charges relate to alleged “historical” incidents, police in the state of Victoria said. The allegations were made by more than one person, said Police Deputy Commissioner Shane Patton. Cardinal Pell, who is based in the Vatican, has vehemently denied the accusations. As Vatican treasurer, Cardinal Pell is considered the third-ranking official in the Catholic Church. “Cardinal Pell will return to Australia, as soon as possible, to clear his name following advice and approval by his doctors who will also advise on his travel arrangements,” the Church said in a statement on Thursday. “He said he is looking forward to his day in court and will defend the charges vigorously.” Cardinal Pell is not just Australia’s most senior cleric, he is one of the highest-ranking officials in the Catholic world. For two decades, he has been a frontline figure in the Church’s debate over controversial issues such as homosexuality, Aids and stem cell research. He has also handled the Church’s official response to allegations of sexual abuse within its Australian ranks during a series of inquiries. When he gave evidence via video link to a Royal Commission into abuse last year, some abuse survivors flew all the way to Rome to watch. It is hard to overstate, therefore, the significance of the decision to press charges against him. When he returns to face those
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Cardinal Pell has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing.
charges in an Australian court, every second will be scrutinised not just by the Australian press, but by members of Catholic congregations across the globe. Victoria Police said they had made the decision to charge Cardinal Pell after receiving advice from prosecutors last month. “Cardinal Pell is facing multiple charges and there are multiple complainants,” Deputy Commissioner Patton said. Details of the allegations were not revealed. Deputy Commissioner Patton said police “process and procedures” had been no different from any other investigation. “Cardinal Pell has been treated the same as anyone else in this investigation,” he said. The charges were served on Cardinal Pell’s legal representatives in Melbourne on Thursday. The cardinal would be required to face the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 18 July, Deputy Commissioner Patton said. (BBC)
Military action prepared as an option for US against North Korea US military options for North Korea have recently been updated and are ready to be presented to President Donald Trump if Pyongyang conducts an underground nuclear or ballistic missile test that indicates the regime has made a significant progress towards developing a weapon that could attack the US, two US military officials told CNN. National security adviser HR McMaster also confirmed publicly Wednesday that military options had been prepared. “What we have to do is prepare all options because the President has made clear to us that he will not accept a nuclear power in North Korea and a threat that can target the United States and target the American population,” McMaster said during remarks at a Washington think tank. A day ahead of the visit to Washington by South Korean President Moon, McMaster told a group of defense stakeholders that South Koreans were being “held hostage” by the North Korean regime. “The threat is much more immediate now. We can’t repeat the same failed approach of the past,” McMaster said. “The President has directed us to not do that and to prepare a range of options, including a military option, which nobody wants to take.” McMaster said Moon’s visit would include discussions on a new approach to North Korea. “There’s recognition that there has to be more pressure on the regime. I think what you’ll see in coming days and weeks are efforts to do that,”
US lawmakers believe that Kim Jong Un’s regime is less than five years away from achieving its ambition of being able to deliver a nuclear weapon to the US.
McMaster said. Other members of the President’s national security team have also spoken about Trump’s concerns over North Korea. “I hardly ever escape a day at the White House without the President asking me about North Korea and how it is that the United States is responding to that threat,” CIA Director Mike Pompeo told MSNBC’s Hugh Hewitt this past weekend. “It’s very much at the top of his mind.” Trump last week also indicated he is becoming more concerned. “The North Korean regime is causing tremendous problems and is something that has to be dealt with, and probably dealt with rapidly,” he said. A defense official said the US is particularly concerned by North Korea’s increased ability to hide its testing from the US until the last minute. This gives the US little
warning if a missile or nuclear test is about to happen. While this has worried the US for some time, especially as they move to solid fueled missiles, the official said the North Koreans continue to make advances in their ability to hide their actions from the US. For example, they are able to quickly drive missiles out of underground shelters and fire them, giving US satellites little or no time to observe pre-launch activities. They are also diversifying the number of sites from which they launch missiles. US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley warned lawmakers on Wednesday that the North Korea’s missile programme may be advancing ahead of previous estimates that put Kim Jong Un’s unpredictable regime three to five years away from achieving its ambition of being able to deliver a nuclear weapon to the US.
Three NYC babies tragically suffocate while sleeping with family members within week FOR the third time in a week, a city baby died from suffocation while sleeping in bed with a family member, cops said. Bronx Mom Crystal Alleyne, 36, woke up to find 3-month-old Jernard Moore unconscious inside her apartment on Metropolitan Ave. in Parkchester at 3:50 a.m. Wednesday. Medics rushed the infant to Jacobi Medical Center, where he died. Police believe Alleyne accidentally rolled on top of her son. The newborn’s death comes a month into the city’s latest campaign to educate parents and caretakers about safe sleep practices for infants. “My heart goes out to these families,” said Dr. Deborah Kaplan, the assistant commissioner for the Health Department’s Bureau of Maternal,
Infant and Reproductive Health. Each year, there are 40 to 50 babies lost to sleep related injuries, city records show. The top causes are babies who were placed into their cribs on their stomachs, sides or with toys or a blanket. Infants who co-sleep in their siblings’ or parents’ beds are also at risk of death. There were 40 such fatalities in 2014 and 48 in 2015, the latest year data is available. “We’ve found over the years that these rates have not gone down,” Kaplan said. People in low-income neighborhoods in the Bronx and Brooklyn had much higher rates of sleep-related injury deaths, according to the data. Two of the three deaths this week
occurred in the Bronx. The other happened in Queens. In an effort to reduce the tragedies, the de Blasio administration has set aside $500,000 annually for a multifaceted education campaign. The plan, in partnership with the city’s Administration for Children’s Services, includes a one-page “safe sleep” instructional flyer that will soon be mailed with every birth certificate. “We are using every avenue,” said Lusta Phanord, the deputy director for the citywide safe sleep initiative. The campaign will be featured in bus shelters, hair and nail salons, bodegas and laundromats in East and Central Harlem, throughout Brooklyn and the Bronx, as well as in parts of Queens and Staten Island. ACS has also given out 902 cribs,
2,200 Pack N’ Plays, and 3,159 cribs that convert into toddler beds over the past fiscal year. City health officials previously held focus groups with new parents and other family members to find out how to best educate them about sleeping hazards. Parents explained that they wanted to know more about why some of the common practices were dangerous. Taking that message to heart, the current campaign aims to educate parents. “Stomachs seem more comfortable but it is fact more dangerous,” Kaplan said. “Their airways are pressed down on, even a little thing like a bumper or a stuffed animal, can suffocate them.” Parents and older siblings also
pose hazards. Last Thursday, a 4-month-old Bronx boy died after he got tangled beneath the legs of an older sibling he was sleeping beside, police said. The infant, Urijah Murray, was in the same bed as his two siblings, ages 5 and 8. His mother discovered the tyke unconscious and pinned under the weight of the 8-year-old’s legs in their Morrisania apartment. Relatives found little AnayahLynn Howard unconscious on her mom’s bed inside their apartment on 238th St. in Cambria Heights, Queens, at 6 a.m. last Saturday. Cops believe the girl’s mother rolled on top of the infant while she slept, accidentally suffocating her. (NYDailynews)
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Cosby may be going back to court WITH a possible retrial looming in the case of Andrea Constand, Bill Cosby has been given yet another date in court. A California judge has set a start date of July 30, 2018, for Cosby to be tried for allegedly sexually assaulting Judy Huth at the Playboy Mansion in 1974, when Huth was 15 years old. Though the statute of limitations on Huth’s case ran out long ago, she was able to file in 2014 because she was a minor at the time of the alleged assault. The new trial would come long after a trial in the Constand case, which ended in a mistrial less than two weeks ago in Pennsylvania. Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele said immediately that he would retry Cosby on all three counts of aggravated indecent assault against Constand, a former Temple University employee who alleges that Cosby assaulted her in his home in 2004. Cosby already gave a deposition in Huth’s case, which is now sealed, but Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Craig Kaplan said he would grant a second deposition from Cosby depending on
Johnny Galecki said he would visit the scene once the fire was contained. A California judge has set a start date of July 30, 2018, for Cosby to be tried for allegedly sexually assaulting Judy Huth at the Playboy Mansion in 1974, when Huth was 15 years old.
what happens in the Constand case. The new trial may change Cosby’s plans for what was reported as a speaking tour that focused on the “restoration of his legacy.” Per Deadline, Angela Agrusa, one of Cosby’s attorneys, said in the hearing today that it is unlikely that he will go through with the planned tour. There was immediate backlash from the announcement of Cosby’s tour last week, when Cosby’s team
indicated that he would be discussing sexual assault during the tour. His team has now reversed course on this, saying that Cosby would never discuss sexual assault and was not planning to do so on his tour. “He would never do anything that undermined the importance of this issue,” Agrusa said outside the courthouse today, per Deadline. “I don’t see him speaking publicly like that,” she said. (Vanity Fair)
Big Bang Theory star’s house burns down THE Big Bang Theory’s Johnny Galecki has said he is “relieved no-one has been hurt” in a fire which burned down his house. The actor’s large ranch was engulfed by a bush fire in San Luis Obispo, located between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Galecki’s representative told Variety the actor was not at the property at the time of the 1,200acre fire.
The spokesman added Galecki had not yet seen the damage, but would visit the scene once the fire was contained. The actor’s rural holiday home was one of several properties which were destroyed following the blaze, which began on Monday night. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection said on Tuesday night the fire was 60% contained.
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Alicia Silverstone said she’s “confused” by the “Wonder Woman” hype because there have been so many other female-lead movies.
Silverstone ‘confused’ by ‘Wonder Woman’ hype “WONDER Woman” keeps breaking box office records, but Alicia Silverstone wants to remind you that Gal Gadot isn’t the first female lead of a blockbuster. The “Clueless” star said she’s “confused” about the acclaim of “Wonder Woman” because “there have been many movies with female leads.” “What about all those wonderful comedians who are females who have had massive hits?” the 40-yearold actress told Variety, specifically naming “Bridesmaids,” “Mean Girls” and “Clueless.”
“Over the time we have had so many movies that have been femaledriven.” Silverstone, who played her own superhero as Batgirl in the 1997 “Batman & Robin,” also said she doesn’t understand why superhero movies have to be so intense. “It has to be ‘Wonder Woman.’ It has to have tons of flash, right? Like when you’re looking at children’s films now, as a mom, I don’t want my kid to see all that loud effects, all the stuff that’s like stimulate, stimulate,” she told Variety.
Rihanna was spotted spending quality time with Hassan Jameel, the heir of Saudi Arabia Toyata dealership.
Rihanna is dating Hassan Jameel, heir of Saudi Arabia Toyota dealership Rihanna was recently spotted vacationing in Spain, only the singer was not alone. Hassan Jameel, the heir of Saudi Arabia’s Toyota dealership was also spotted with Rihanna. Hassan is the deputy president and vice chairman of his family business Abdul Latif Jameel, touted to be one of the biggest companies in the world. It is this company that owns the
dealership rights for Toyota cars in Saudi Arabia. The net worth of the family is currently $1.5 billion dollars and Hassan is expected to inherit. According to a report in The Sun, the two spent quality time in a Spanish Villa and couldn’t keep their hands off of each other. A friend of the singer was quoted as saying, “She has kept this under
wraps, but they have been together officially since January. This relationship is the real deal. Rihanna has told friends she’s in love with him and seems completely smitten. They’ve been spending a lot of time away from prying eyes and are really serious. His family is also extremely wealthy and private. She was coming to the UK on a regular basis to see him.”
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U.K. withholds approval for Rupert Murdoch’s $15 billion Sky deal RUPERT Murdoch’s attempt to build out his media empire in Europe by buying pay-TV group Sky suffered a major setback on Thursday. The British government ruled that Murdoch’s 21st Century Fox (FOX) should not be allowed to purchase Sky (SKYAY) without a further investigation. U.K. culture secretary Karen Bradley said the transaction could give the Murdoch family too much influence over British media. Bradley said the proposed company would have the third largest total reach of any news provider in the U.K., uniquely spanning
television, radio, newspapers and digital publications. “The proposed transaction would give the Murdoch Family Trust material influence over news providers with a significant presence across all key platforms,” she told parliament. U.K. media regulator Ofcom said there was a risk the deal could increase Murdoch’s influence over British politics and public opinion. He already controls three newspapers -- The Sun, The Times and The Sunday Times. Fox and Sky have until July 14 to respond to Bradley. If not swayed by their response, she will refer the deal to the Competition and
The British government ruled that Murdoch’s 21st Century Fox (FOX) should not be allowed to purchase Sky (SKYAY) without a further investigation.
Markets Authority for an in-depth investigation that could last months. Government rejects Fox attempts to address concerns Bradley said she had already rejected proposals from Fox and Sky aimed at addressing those concerns -- including establishing an editorial
board for Sky News with a majority of independent members. It would oversee the appointment of the head of Sky News and any changes to Sky News editorial guidelines. They also committed to maintain Sky-branded news for five years with no reduction in its budget.
Separately, Ofcom published its own report on whether Fox would be a “fit and proper” owner for Sky. Ofcom said it had considered allegations of sexual and racial harassment at Fox News, calling them “extremely serious and disturbing.”
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US woman fatally shoots boyfriend in YouTube stunt A MINNESOTA woman has been charged over the fatal shooting of her boyfriend, in what authorities say was a social media stunt gone wrong. Monalisa Perez, 19, was booked into county jail after shooting at Pedro Ruiz as he held a book to his chest, believing it would stop the bullet. The couple’s three-year-old child and nearly 30 onlookers watched as she fired the fatal bullet into his chest.
Ruiz’s aunt said they did it to increase their social media following. Claudia Ruiz told WDAY-TV that her nephew had told her he wanted to do the stunt “because we want more viewers, we want to get famous”. “He had told me about that idea and I said, ‘Don’t do it. Don’t do it. Why are you going to use a gun? Why?’” Claudia Ruiz told the news channel. “They were in love, they loved each other,” she said. “It was just a
Monalisa Perez, 19, was booked into county jail after shooting at her child father Pedro Ruiz as he held a book to his chest, believing it would stop the bullet.
prank gone wrong.” Ms Perez, who is pregnant, is facing charges of second degree manslaughter. County Attorney James Brue described the book as a hardcover encyclopaedia, and said the weapon
used was a .50-calibre Desert Eagle handgun. Police have seized two cameras, which are said to have recorded Monday’s incident. The single gunshot was fired from about one foot (30cm) away
as neighbours gathered to watch outside their Minnesota home. She told deputies that the stunt had been Ruiz’s idea, and that he had to convince her to do it. Earlier that day she tweeted about her reservations.
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Sheeran ups fight against ticket touts with strict rules for 2018 gigs ED Sheeran is hoping to stop touts selling tickets to his 2018 tour with strict rules about entry to his gigs. Ed and his team have previously said they are “vehemently opposed” to ticket re-sales. So when fans turn up to see him perform one of his seven 2018 UK stadium gigs, they’ll need four forms of ID. The strict rules are meant to make sure no one is ripped off by inflated prices on secondary tickets sites.
“Ed and his team have a strict stance against anyone using secondary ticketing websites for profit,” says a statement from Ed’s record label, Atlantic Records. There is only one place ticket holders can sell unwanted tickets and it’s not one where you can make money from a resale. “On this tour, any tickets that are resold will not be valid unless they are bought and sold through Ed’s official resale partner, Twickets,
which allows fan to fan sales at face value plus booking fee only. “This means no profit to touts and no one getting ripped off. Their statement also tells fans that without four forms of ID, they may not get into shows. “On all the stadium dates, you will be required to bring your tickets, booking confirmation and credit card, plus a valid form of ID or you will not be granted entry to the show.”
Ed Sheeran and his team have previously said they are “vehemently opposed” to ticket re-sales.
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LEW 1 SHIPPING Seeks the following
1 PROFESSIONAL WELDER Must have 10 years’ experience doing heavy welding on pipes, barge deck and inside tanks
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15010
To load and off load Barge Must have a STCW Certificate. Must be willing to live on barge. `Starting at $6.25 per hour
NORVILUS METTELUS Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a
MUSICIAN Salary: $250 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week
LUC SAINT JEAN
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15011
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15005
15018
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ROSELEE MISICK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
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15013
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CONTACT: 231-5170 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15002
SANDRA COALBROOKE Long Bay
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GARDENER
SALARY: $150.00 PER WEEK. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK.
14973
LABOURER
MAID
4 K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES Acting on behalf of our client Marvin Missick is seeking to employ an
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS WEDNESDAY JULY 5, 2017. APPLICATIONS CAN BE SENT VIA EMAIL TO: MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC TEL: (946) 4732 15020
Is seeking to employ a
DOMESTIC WORKER LABOURER This position is currently held by a work permit holder
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor’s degree/w minimum of 2 years marketing experience. Salary $2,500.00 per month.
14978
Salary: $120.00 per week. Must be willing to work 3 days per week
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
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CONTACT: 941-4562 This position is currently held by a work permit holder
14997
PASSION BEAUTY SALON AND SUPPLY Airport Road Is seeking to employ the following
Sailrock Development Limited [Sailrock Living] is seeking a qualified candidate for the position below:
Marketing Specialist • Sailrock Marketing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing social media strategies, facilitating and further developing our digital partnerships, specific but not limited to Villas, Weddings, and local activities and entities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Conduct market research to uncover insights on consumer requirements, habits and trends • Brainstorm and develop ideas for creative marketing campaigns • Assist in outbound or inbound marketing activities by demonstrating expertise in various areas (content development and optimization, advertising, events planning etc.) • Lead strategy development and execution across our social presence and digital partnerships • Liaise with external vendors and Sailrock team members to execute promotional activations and campaigns • Collaborate with marketing team members to coordinate brand awareness and marketing efforts • Plan and execute initiatives to reach the target audience through appropriate marketing channels • Assist in analyzing marketing data (campaign results, conversion rates, traffic, comp set etc.) to help shape future marketing strategies • Undertake individual tasks of a marketing plan as assigned
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE:
• Proven experience as marketing specialist or similar role • Thorough understanding of marketing elements (including traditional and digital marketing such as SEO/Social media etc.) and market research methods • Demonstrable experience in marketing data analytics and tools • Solid computer skills, including MS Office, marketing software (Google Analytics & CRM) and applications (Shortstack, Hootsuite, Canva, etc.) • Well-organized and detail oriented • Exceptional communication and writing skills • Commercial awareness partnered with a creative mind • BSc/BA in marketing, communications or equivalent • Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS language a plus
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15004
Salary: $7.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.
Salary: $350 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CONTACT: 244-0660
CONTACT: 333-1236
15032
Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
15028
RECEPTIONIST ELECTRICIAN 2 HAIRDRESSERS
• $40,000 - $55,000 yearly Please submit applications to the Marketing Manager, Alec Schraegle: o Fax: (312) 376-2056 o Email: aschraegle@cmkdev.com
Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.
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AUTO BODY REPAIRER • Estimate cost for repair jobs. • Straighten bent or twisted frames/weld metal parts. • Remove, repair, or replace fenders, doors, or other body parts. • File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces. • Able to paint vehicle to prescribe standard. • A minimum of ten years’ experience in repairing Japanese, American and European vehicles. • Applicants must be willing to work weekends and holidays. • Salary: US$14/hr. Interested person must forward resumes and qualification to robert@dnbautoparts.com or brittaya@dnbautoparts.com
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Salary: $3600.00 monthly
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FORTRESS SECURITY SERVICES
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held by a work permit holder
14627
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14986
14986
CONTACT: 1-649-331-3740
INTERHEALTH CANADA CONSTRUCTION AND SERVICES Has pleasure in announcing the following vacancies within the Facilities Management Departments at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales & Cockburn Town medical Centre, and Grand Turk
Weekend Domestic Assistant – Providenciales Saturday and Sunday 8a.m. to 5p.m. - 16 hours per week $6.50 per hour
Evening Domestic Assistants – Providenciales Monday to Thursday 6p.m. to 10p.m. - 16 hours per week, Friday to Sunday 6p.m. to 10p.m. - 12 hours per week $6.50 per hour Additional hours may be available for holiday cover
Laundry Supervisor with Seamstress Skills- Providenciales
40 hours per week on roster system Must have previous experience Please make contact for further details (941 -2800 EXT 71802) Salary dependant on experience
Part Time Receptionist/Helpdesk Assistant – Grand Turk 8a.m. to 1p.m. Monday to Friday - 25 hours Per Week $8.00 per hour Must be IT literate, and have previous experience in role
Appointments will be made based on successful interview, positive reference check, and clear Police check. Previous experience is preferred, but not essential. Training is provided. Excellent communications skills and previous customer service experience is necessary. Belongers only are invited to apply.
Interested candidates please forward your resume to: Dpinnock@interhealthcanada.tc For further information and queries, please contact Donique Pinnock on Tel: 941-2800 Ext 71801 15008
CONTACT: 946-8876 Only Belongers need apply
14993
GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTRE
Must be courteous and hard working. Salary: $7.00 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
CONTACT: 246-3137
14983
CONTACT: 247-5610
Salary: $7.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
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OSTEOPATH Must have at least 10 years’ experience practicing Osteopathy.
CONTACT: 941-5252
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CONTACT: 242-1635 This position is currently held by a work permit holder
15022
CARPENTER Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working Salary: NEGOTIABLE.
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15012
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Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
Salary: $12.00 per hour Required to work weekends and holidays
15015
JEWELRY MAKER
14999
JEWELRY MAKER ASSISTANT
REQUIREMENTS: • Security, Police or Military training experience would be an asset • Valid police record • Valid keep and carry fire arm license • Valid passport • Three (3) reference letters • A minimum of 1 year fire arms training and experience • Any additional training certification would be a plus • Applicant should send their resume to fortresssecuritysolutions@live.com
held by a work permit holder
JAMESLY PROSPER AND SNIP CLIP BARBER SHOP
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Is seeking to employ a
Grand Turk
DOMESTIC WORKER BARBER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days a week
CONTACT: 231-7047 This position is currently
held by a work permit holder
14493
Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CONTACT: 345-0437
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
15001
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PROPRIETOR’S STRATA PLAN #41 MANAGEMENT CO. LTD Seeks to fill the following position:
RESORT MANAGER Experienced Resort Manager required for mid-size Four Star Resort in Providenciales.
ONE (1) LABOURER Interested persons must be willing to work hard, must work responsible, reliable and trustworthy. Must be willing to work with little or no supervision. Schedule work hours are 7am to 5pm. Applicant must be willing to work on holidays and weekends. Salary: $400.00 per week. Please contact 941-3082.
ONE (1) GARDENER
APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS:
• • • • • • •
Hospitality Degree Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the hospitality industry Minimum of two (2) years of management experience Excellent understanding of all aspects of resort operations Strong interpersonal skills Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally Experienced Resort Manager required for mid-size Providenciales Four Star Resort. Must have Hospitality Degree, Minimum 5 years of related experience and be fully knowledgeable in all aspects of resort operations. Excellent written and oral communication skills a must. Salary based on experience.
Send resume and references to resort@faym.com or deliver by hand to: Marlin Limited, Suite A210, Regent Village East, Providenciales
14995
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Interested person must be willing to work hard, must be responsible, reliable and trustworthy. Must be willing to work with little or no supervision. Schedule work hours are 7am to 5pm. Applicant must be willing to work on holidays and weekends. Salary: $400.00 per week. Please contact 9413082. 15034
WAYPOINT YACHTS LTD
WAYPOINT Yachts Ltd is now accepting applications/resumes for the following position. Only highly self-driven and motivated, personable and professional individuals, who have the desire to serve others, need apply. The successful candidates must meet or exceed all of the requirements of the positions offered.
YACHT CAPTAIN/MASTER DIVE INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICAL DIVER REQUIREMENTS
THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS
The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.
JOB POSITION: GARDENER RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience
• The successful candidate must hold a current USCG or MCA or RYA international accredited yacht captain’s license suitable to Captain a motor yacht up to 100ft LOA or an equivalent of a minimum 100 ton USCG License. • Minimum of ten (10)+ years yacht captain experience on displacement vessels with twin inboard diesel engines with referees available for contact. Mechanical experience is a bonus • Hold a Master Instructor dive rating with one of the following PADI, SSI, TDI, IANTD, NAUI, BSAC • Be an experienced Technical Diver with CCR and Tri-mix certification ratings through TDI or IANTD or similar. Other certifications in gas mixing and dive compressors / generators are a bonus • Minimum of 10+ years as a certified dive instructor with a high level of teaching status in multiple specialties. • Underwater photography or video are a bonus, the position is inviting mature highly motivated candidates only • Have a high level of competency and maturity. The position demands the qualifying candidate to be responsible and self-motivated with an emphasis on safety of the guests onboard and the necessary skill sets and maturity level required to take charge of a luxury motor yacht • Must speak, read, write and understand English as the primary language used in the work place, a second language, preferably Spanish will be considered a bonus • The successful candidate will have a proven track record of continuous education in both Boat Handling and Scuba Diving at the very highest levels including Technical Diving
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Day to day duties of a captain and business operator of a luxury motor yacht charter operation • As Dive Instructor / Captain the successful candidate will be in charge of crew members and reporting to the owners • Overseeing the general and preventative maintenance of the vessel and equipment • Running the yacht in the waters of the Turks and Caicos Islands and International waters and assuring guest satisfaction • Dive operations and management / dive guiding / dive teaching when required • All practical decision making / planning, from charter location through dive and fishing locations on a daily basis due to environmental conditions. • Scheduling and reservations • Overall responsibility for the yacht, its crew, its guests and activities
$4000.00 Base Salary
Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:
Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work holidays and weekends. They should also enjoy serving people and be willing to learn. Preference given to all Turks & Caicos Islands citizens. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to the WayPoint Yachts, Providenciales, TCI e-mail: waypointyachts@gmail.com or Tel: 1-649-232-3000 Deadline is July 10th, 2017.
JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM Submissions for this job position should be received no later than July 14th, 2017 15024
14981
July 1-7, 2017
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS TRANQUILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Venetian Road Is seeking to employ a
37 Cooper Jack Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: principal@precioustreasuresschool.com, Tel: 1-649-941-5186
MAINTENANCE MAN
PRECIOUS TREASURES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL INVITES applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions for the 2017/2018 academic school year. PRINCIPAL/ADMINISTRATOR: Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master of Arts in Teaching • Minimum of 10 years work experience in similar position • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • Possess strong abilities in administration, Training and education • Full in-depth knowledge and understanding of educational best practices and how to secure learning in the 21st Century • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Able to lead a highly motivated and energetic Faculty • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.
CONTACT: 231-1474
• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
• A Teaching Diploma or Degree from a recognized institution with emphasis on Early Childhood Education; • Output driven • At least five years’ experience in similar position • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualification
PRESCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR/TEACHER: Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master or equivalent in educational studies & development • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Possess strong abilities in Education and Administration • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least Five years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
TRAINED TEACHER SECONDARY LEVEL:
Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master or equivalent in educational studies & development • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least Five years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment
Salary: $800. Per month
CONTACT: 243-6877
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
WANTED
WILDON CLIMO
BAY BISTRO RESTAURANT Kitchen Helper $6.25 per hour Labourer $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Contact: 946-5396
TRAINED GENERALIST TEACHERS GRADES 1-6
14987
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
WILLIAMS CATERING SERVICES
YVETTE HANDFIELD
Starting Salary $6.25
Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible. 15016
CLEANERS:
SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK.
CONTACT: 232-7318
WAITRESS
ANCILLARY:
NANNY
QUALITY UPHOLSTERY Maintenance Man $7.00 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week Contact: 344-9973 THAI RESTAURANTKINKHAO Line Cook $8.00
15026
Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • A minimum of First Degree or equivalent in educational studies • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least three years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
North Caicos Is seeking to employ a
FARMER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 231-2344
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14998
WARDS CONSULTANCY
- Person will be responsible to keep classrooms and Toilets clean at all times - Be willing to work until late evenings and on nonschool days if required - Person will be responsible to maintain school surroundings and do minor repairs and maintenance. - Salary $6.50 per hour
Acting on behalf of our clients are seeking the following
COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION Labourer $9.00 per hour BLUFIN LTD Manager $500.00 per week JOSEPH SKIPPINGS Labourer $6.25 per hour VILLA DEL MAR Houseman/ Bellman $6.25 per hour ELITE GAMING Bartender $6.50 per hour STEEL UNLIMITED Steelman $350.00 per week J&W CONSTRUCTION Carpenter $15.00 per hour
COOK:
- Person will be responsible to prepare daily lunches for the Students and Teachers - Candidate must possess a valid driver’s License. - Salary $6.50 per hour
Applications should be submitted to the HR Department no later than May 31st 2016: P.O. Box 293, 37 Cooper Jack Bay Road, Providenciales.
LABOURER
SOLID CONSTRUCTION Labourer $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Contact: 241-8005
PRIMARY: PRESCHOOL:
Kew, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
14994
TRAINED PRESCHOOL TEACHER:
VERA DUNCOMBE
14976
32 CLASSIFIEDS
CONTACT: 345-7212
15035
Email: wardsconsultancy30@ gmail.com 15031
ADVERTISE
IN THIS SPACE! ONLY
$33
PER WEEK
CALL 946-4664
July 1-7, 2017
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
TAMIR ZEEVI Is seeking to employ a
REPORTING TO: SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT/DEPUTY CEO – INVESTOR SERVICES LOCATION: INVEST TCI OFFICES - PROVIDENCIALES
PAINTER MAID SALARY: $7.00 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK
CONTACT: 247-0108
THI SPOSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL
14928
TANYA S PAUL Blue Hills
JOB SUMMARY:
Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
CONTACT: 332-3300
15014
THE ANGELA RESTAURANT
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY
Is seeking to employ a
LABOURER 1 BAKER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.
SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK
CONTACT: 333-0014
CONTACT: 231-3918
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14989
THE ANGELA RESTAURANT
14980
THE HELP DESK
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY
Acting on behalf of its clients are seeking the following
OSIAS JOSEPH 231-6260
HELPER
$6.25 per hour
RIGBY BUILDERS 241-9541
1 BAKER SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK
14979
CONTACT: 231-3918
THE PINNACLE Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a
CARPENTER $8.00 per hour
HEMINGWAY’S
941-8404 DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS.
15019
TIKI HUT
Is seeking to employ a
LABOURER RESTAURANT CONTACT: 941-7366
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15033
CAPTAIN
Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
CONTACT: 941-5341
15021
Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
INVESTMENT SERVICES EXECUTIVE - AFTERCARE The Aftercare Executive is a key member of the Agency team with the responsibility of providing support and assistance to current domestic and foreign investors. The position is responsible for administering a relationship management programme with key investors and becoming a trusted advisor to company executives. As Account Manager, the role involves working closely with the CEO, SVP and Chairman to show support and encouragement to businesses with a propensity to expand or invest elsewhere on the islands. This position is vital to improving business retention and expansion and to encourage positive perceptions of the country through providing a strong ‘post-investment’ support programme. The work includes developing and maintaining account plans for a group of selected businesses (key accounts); as Account Manager arranging proactive meetings for senior staff (Account Directors) with key accounts; as Account Director, taking the lead on relationship managing a further group of key accounts; monitoring operational businesses with Development Agreement commitments; monitoring trends in investor issues and preparing reports to Government; assisting any existing overseas investor, when requested, to address administrative hurdles related to their projects; and to take the lead in advocating for improvements to the business environment.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. To develop, on an annual basis, an aftercare plan and budget that will ensure that all existing clients can be properly supported. 2. To create a database of all foreign-owned businesses on the islands, including their commercial activities; 3. To be the first point of contact for general enquiries by existing investors on the islands; 4. To identify a list of key businesses (domestic and foreign) that are strategically important to the islands and have a propensity to invest further; 5. To maintain up to date Account Plans for the top 15 companies identified as being Tier 1 accounts and to arrange at least twice yearly meetings with their key executive for the Account Director of Invest TCI; 6. To maintain up to date Account Plans for 12 Tier 2 companies and to lead on aftercare services for these companies, including twice yearly visits; 7. To lead on arranging a twice-yearly meeting involving key accounts with the Premier/Minister of Finance to discuss matters of interest; 8. To collaborate with domestic and foreign investors to identify impediments to business development, conduct research on those various aspects of the business environment and make recommendations to the Board and Government on specific ways to enhance the business environment of the TCI; 9. To conduct an annual survey of investors and prepare a report for Government on the main findings of the investor contacts and identify what actions may be needed to assist investors in general and specific investors as appropriate. 10. To monitor progress for all Development Agreements, post business opening and alert Government Departments and the investors regarding key milestones in the Agreements; 11. Liaising with VP MSME over any issues affecting businesses in that programme;
12. Through CRM, to produce a quarterly report on all Aftercare contacts. Contents of report to be defined but should include activities and results of individual investor visits, surveys and advocacy work set against the initial objectives. 13. To assist the Marketing and Communications team to identify and target investors who would participate in Team TCI and assist in the various marketing efforts. 14. To undertake any other relevant activities or duties as deemed by the CEO.
PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Education and qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics or related field. A Master’s degree will be an asset. Experience and Knowledge: 1. A minimum of five years’ experience in project development, with knowledge of TCI laws dealing with investment projects. 2. Experience dealing with domestic and foreign investors in a commercial law environment. 3. Experience in marketing and sales and knowledge of networking and contact management. 4. Strong background in using various types of office related software and preparation of presentations and reports. Skills: 1. Commercial awareness. 2. Outgoing individual with creativity, drive and determination. 3. Strong Writing and presentational skills. 4. Ability to visualize, plan, execute and monitor an AfterCare program. 5. Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills. 6. Expert in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook or any other relevant software package. 7. Ability to maintain confidentiality Personal Qualities: 1. Open and engaging demeanor. 2. High ethical standards 3. Able to generate and share ideas. 4. Hands-on approach. 5. Willing to take personal responsibility 6. Able to win trust and personal credibility 7. Persistence and personal resilience. 8. Willingness to personally deliver quality to business clients. 9. Willingness to understand different cultures, lifestyles and associated points of view. 10. Willingness to understand the values associated with small communities.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
1. Fluent English 2. Additional language skills a plus
SALARY AND ALLOWANCES:
1. Negotiable in a range of $55,000 to $70,000 based on qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), and copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.
Applications should be addressed to the CEO, Invest Turks & Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands and can be delivered in person prior to the deadline date or emailed to dastwood@investturksandcaicos.tc. The subject line in the email should read “After Care Executive”. Envelopes should have the subject After Care Executive clearly marked on the front. Application deadline July 7th, 2017. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.
15030
SUPERIOR PAINTING
CLASSIFIEDS 33
34 CLASSIFIEDS
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
ASHLIN DAVIS BLUE HILLS
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
B&B SERVICES
Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following
HABITAT CONSTRUCTION
2 Construction Supervisors
LABOURER LABOURER SALARY: %150.00 PER WEEK. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 3 DAYS PER WEEK
THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER
14944
CONTACT: 343-3937
SALARY: $150 PER WEEK MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK
CONTACT: 232-5420 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER
14839
RCO LTD
Bartender $6.50 per hour Chef $7.00 per hour Kitchen Helper $ 6.50 per hour Gardener $6.50 per hour
NEPTUNE VILLAS
Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour
CONTACT: 245-6962 These positions are currently held by work permit holders
15000
NEEDED URGENTLY Reporter/Sub-Editor
We are looking for an experienced all-round reporter to join our small team. The successful applicant would have run the gamut of covering community events to court and parliamentary reporting. The ideal candidate should be able to copy edit and be able to write eyecatching headlines, as well as proofread. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that copy is accurate; has correct grammar and follows house style. Applicant should be computer-literate and should know how to use a camera. Please send application to the publisher at Turks & Caicos News Ltd. (The Weekly News) tcweeklynews@gmail.com, or P.O.Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.
NOTICE Regulation 7 of the Physical (Development Permission) Regulations, 2014
An Application, (PR 13162)*, by (DTD-PROVO.)* for the development of ( Nine-One bedroom units w/swimming pool, two Gymnasiums w/Laundry below, reception Pavilion, Caretakers Quarters w/two single car garages and storage below)*, has been submitted to the department of planning for consideration of Development Permission on ( 61112/310)*, (Long Bay Hills)* on (Providenciales) Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the department of Planning, Pamlo, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publication of the notice. Notice dated: Thursday, June 15, 2017
BACI RISTORANTE Turtle Cove
Is seeking to employ a
KITCHEN HELPER
Full time, Days, Nights and weekends. Duties will include: Dishwashing, pot washing, Cleaning of materials and equipment as well as general restaurant cleaning. Salary: $8.00 per hour
CONTACT: 941-3044
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
14985
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY HISPANIC Millennium Highway
CECILIA’S CLEANING SERVICES
BATS BETA WATERSPORTS
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
DIVER
Salary: $50.00 per day Must be willing to work 3-4 days out of the week
CONTACT: 331-5444
HELPER/CLEANER Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CONTACT: 345-6999
Email: ceclililightbourne@ hotmail.com This position is currently held by a work permit holder15003
15006
COLMELITA HANDFIELD
COCO PALMS Five Cays
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
EVANGELIST Salary: $100 per week.
CONTACT: 343-4959
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
14990
BARMAID LABOURER
Must be fluent in Spanish and English. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CONTACT: 432-8509 This position is currently held by a work permit holder
14853
A&G SUPPLIES
July 1-7, 2017
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
Salary; $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Persons applying must live on North Caicos.
CONTACT: 946-7705
VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!
THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS
15009
July 1-7, 2017
CLASSIFIEDS 35
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
BLANCO CONSTRUCTION
A&S FUNERAL SERVICES Is seeking to employ a
ABDONALD PIERRE Is seeking to employ a
FIVE CAYS
MORTICIAN ASSISTANT
Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
Must have 10-15 years’ experience embalming unsupervised. Salary: Based on experience
CONTACT: 342-3105
CONTACT: 243-7785
ASHLIN DAVIS
BLUE HILLS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
LABOURER SALARY: $150 PER WEEK MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK
CONTACT: 232-5420
THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 14839
– Minimum 10 year qualified real estate attorney with property development, residential, commercial property and new plot experience. Freehold, leasehold sales and purchases, mortgages etc. Also experienced in wills, probates, trusts.
LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
15039
14972
IS SEEKING THE FOLLOWING CANDIDATES:
PROPERTY LAWYER
Is seeking to employ a
DOMESTIC WORKER
MCKNIGHTS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM
CONTACT: 346-2751
6 Days a week, 8 hours daily (7a-3p) Sundays when Villa rented Clean two Klargesters (sewage treatment) weekly Feed 1 Potcake and 4 cats, cleanup after them daily Vacuum 2 pools daily, water chemistry weekly Remove trash from Villa daily Blow and vacuum garden debris daily Rake beach daily, place and remove lawn chairs Pick-up clients at airport, handle heavy luggage Must have driver’s license and clean Police Record $7.00 per hour – Turks Islanders only need apply
RESTAURANT TO LET IN THE GRAND TURK • Excellent premises to rent . The property centrally located on main road. • The shop would be ideal for persons who are looking to start-up a restaurant or similar business. The shop has option to be redecorated by lease . • Bar area and 50+ seated restaurant. Kitchen and storage area
PLEASE CALL OR WHATSAPP +447925860201 (OFFICE HOURS). Lease: 1 year + (Semi- full repairing and insuring lease) LEGAL COSTS: Each party to be responsible for their own legal and insurance costs incurred in the transaction. VIEWING: Strictly by appointment only
C&J CONSULTANCY
Required an experience
Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking to employ
MASON, CARPENTER, CLEANER, DOMESTIC WORKER, LABOUR, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, ELECTRICIAN, PLUMBER, TILER.
Gold Star Nail Center, Ambers Grocery Store, House of Miracles, Thelinord Raphael, All Saint Evangelical, Jonathan Jennings
15086
DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 per hour
NANNY:
$6.25 per hour
PASTOR:
COSMETOLOGIST: $6.25 per hour
CASHIER:
$6.25 per hour
MAINTENANCE: $7.00 per hour
Held by work permit holder Contact: darling86@hotmail.com
HESS TECHNICIAN
Grand Turk Cruise Center is currently seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the position of HESS Technician. Ideal candidates must be well apt in the area of Environmental Health Sciences, be computer literate and have a strong command of English Language (oral and written). Additionally the successful candidates must possess relevant experience associated with the position (minimum of 3 years work experience) and, or knowledge in the areas outlined below: • Operation of Waste Water Treatment Plants • Operation of Recreational Water Facilities (RWF) – Commercial Swimming Pools and Flowrider • Monitoring of Water Treatment Processes and Reporting of data • RO Plant operations
• Must have training in CPR and First responder. • Assisting in line handling for docking cruise ships as needed • Ensure the safety and security of passengers, tenants and their employees, personnel and guest at the GTCC. • Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility • Effective human relations skills in oral and written communication
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
This position requires experience in general maintenance skills such as building, painting and masonry, to facilitate maintenance of all buildings and public areas in optimum condition. • Knowledge of plumbing and/or masonry would be an asset. • Knowledge of landscaping • Assisting in any various tasks, necessary to keep GTCC operating to the highest standard. Applicants must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to lift minimum of 50lbs, have a strong command of English Language (oral and written); and able to work well as part of a culturally diverse team. WAGES BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.
$400-500 per month
15083
CONTACT BEEN CONSTRUCTION 231 6930 OR EMAIL: GBEEN@TCIWAY.TC
• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting/finance from an accredited university. • Minimum of 3 years work experience in Accounting. • Accounts Payable / Receivable. • Strict adherence to confidentiality and trustworthiness will be a requirement of this position. • Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight month-end deadlines. • Possess strong knowledge of accounting software and excel. • Ability to work independently and a willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and public holidays.
LIFE GUARDS
15047
Applicants must have at least 10years experience in the commercial and residential construction industry. Salary negotiable on qualification and experience level.
Grand Turk Cruise Center is currently accepting applications for motivated individuals interested in the following positions listed:
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
15079
BEEN CONSTRUCTION
15026
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Reply with work history and one reference to P.O. Box 196, Provo or email to: markpankhurst@icloud.com
The property is previously traded as Local Cuisine Restaurant, serving high quality food to the local hotels, offices and local population. Prime and Central Location: Hospital Road Grand Turk Rent: $1300.00 pcm (First and Security required)
CV’S BY EMAIL ONLY PLEASE TO PETER@MCKNIGHTS.TC. NO PERSONAL CALLERS.
15077
LABORER WANTED • • • • • • • • • • •
PARALEGAL
– multi lingual (English/French/Sri Lanka), bright, committed candidate with strong organizational skills, public relations, project management, public speaking, creative writing, planning, designing, time management and translation skills. Salaries commensurate with experience.
Interested parties are encouraged to contact Ms. Wilson at Grand Turk Cruise Center office Phone: 649- 946-1040 /649-332-1304 E-Mail: admin@grandturkcc.com
15029
36 CLASSIFIEDS
BOHIO RESORT
Graduate Teachers
RESTAURANT TABLE SERVER • • • • • •
Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree and teaching qualifications, a minimum of five (5) years experience teaching the British Curriculum and CIE Examination syllabi.
THE PRINCIPAL, BRITISH WEST INDIES COLLEGIATE PO BOX 338, PROVIDENCIALES OR EMAIL: PRINCIPAL@BWIC.TC
Is seeking to employ an
DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 244-4542
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15042
Is seeking to employ an
UPHOLSTERY Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 244-4542
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
CONTACT: 241-5922
Suitable candidates will be called for interview.
MCKNIGHTS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM Is looking for a
DOMESTIC WORKER
Must be: Honest, reliable and hardworking. Able to work around dogs and cats. Willing to work 5 days per week. Salary $6.25 per hour This position is held by a work permit holder
CONTACT: 649-941-2330 Email:peter@mcknigts.tc
15041
15062
14947
NOTICE DOCK DIRECT LTD BUSINESS LICENSE NO. 9663
NOTICE TO ALL CONCERNED.
THIS COMPANY CEASED TRADING AS OF 1.5.2017 15066
CLUB MED
KAREN ADAMS POLLARD
STEWARD
• Maintain Controlling stocks for daily use in the department (cleaning products, mop heads, etc.) • Working within the constraints of Health and Safety and adhere to any Health and Safety policies. • Perform nightly deep cleaning of common areas of resort; work overnight and split shifts. • Participate in dishwashing, garbage removal, silver polishing, pot washing or any other stewarding area as necessary in accordance with department needs. • Ensure water temperature, and chemical level/proper use of chemicals are appropriate for cleaning. • Take all necessary action to reduce the loss of silverware, flatware, china and glassware. • Work closely with the kitchen and restaurant staffs to ensure quality production. • Ability to multitask, responsible, communicate, organize, general repairs and basic culinary skills. • Ability to maintain the computerize filing system and records as per organization procedure. • Ability to lift, bent, stand for long hours and knowledge of cleaning equipments and machines.
THIS AD IS FOR WORK PERMIT HOLDER.
EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO TURCREHU02@CLUBMED.COM OR CONTACT: 649-946-5500 HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. HOWEVER, THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDERS. POTENTIAL TURKS ISLAND CANDIDATED MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE TURKS AND CAICOS LABOUR DEPARMENT.
15099
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
15055
E.L CONSTRUCTION CO. IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
LABOURER DUTIES INCLUDE: CLEANING AND ASSISTING WHERE NEEDED. SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK. INTERESTED CANDIDATES MAY CONTACT 231-6153 FOR FURTHER DETAILS REGARDING EMPLOYMENT 15076
Is seeking to employ a
KATIA JACOB
LUC SAINT JEAN
MASON
DOMESTIC WORKER
LABOURER
CONTACT: 244-8820
CONTACT: 342-4751
CONTACT: 241-7995
Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15056
EVERGREEN LANDSCAPING Is seeking to employ a
Minimum 2-3 years in the specialized field. To work 6 days per week rate $6.85 per hour. Candidates must have the ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and Holidays.
DOMESTIC WORKERS Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CV, letter of application and names of 2 referees to be sent in writing to:
15060
MAGASANI ATELIER & UPHOLSTERY
Is seeking to employ 2
to teach all relevant subjects at IGCSE and Advanced Level.
wine bottles knowledge of mixing drinks to assist in bar must be able to prepare accompaniments for plates proper cash handling procedures and opening and closing duties working hours Monday Sunday, including holidays based on scheduled shift must be able to start at 6 am, hours based on weekly schedule wage: $6.25 per hour
PLEASE EMAIL: INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM
MAGASANI ATELIER & UPHOLSTERY
C&S PROFESSIONALS
REQUIRED FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2017-2018
GRAND TURK
• minimum 3 years experience in full service restaurant • fluent in English - verbal and written - Spanish is an asset • excellent mathematical skills • ability to properly represent the resorts restaurant • must have pleasant personality and ability to adjust to guests needs • must be able to take guests orders correctly and communicate them to kitchen • must be able to serve food in a courteous and efficient manner • must be able open and serve
July 1-7, 2017
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LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 343-4092
15085
Is seeking to employ a
Salary: $100.00 per week. Must be willing to work 6 days per week
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15068
GEE HANDFIELD NORTH CAICOS
Is seeking to employ a
Salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 5 days per week
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
15073
GLOBAL SERVICES Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $150.00 per week. Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CONTACT: 243-9688 This position is currently held by a work permit holder
15069
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week 9:00 A.M to 5:00 P.M
CONTACT: 331-1809 This position Is currently
held by a work permit holder
15036
July 1-7, 2017
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
GLOBAL SERVICES Is seeking to employ a
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Must be able to speak more than 1 language, Spanish preferably. Salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be able to work 5 days a week 9:00 Am to 5:00 PM
CONTACT: 331-1809
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
GRACEWAY SPORTS CENTRE
INDIRA HIGGS LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a
Is looking to employ a group Fitness Trainer for the Yoga classes. The ideal candidate must be certified in other styles (Barre, Les Mills) and a certified personal trainer with at least ten years of proven experience. Computer proficiency is a must. The remuneration will be commensurate with certifications and experience. This position is currently held by a work permit holder, TC Islanders who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply and will be preferred. Only applicants who meet the requirements will be contacted for interview.
Please forward your application to info@gracewaysports.com or drop the hard copy at Graceway Sports Centre located on Luker Land (behind IGA Supermarket). Contact ph. No: (649) 442-6348
15071
15038
HALLMARK TRUST LIMITED
SOFTWARE ENGINEER DEVELOPER Code development, testing, system analysis, trouble shooting, Mobile Apps creation.
Degree from accredited college, at least 5 years experience in IT and Software development for a major bank. Experience working with ATM machines. Fluent in speaking and writing in both English and Spanish. $4k a month.
DROP RESUME OFF AT: HALLMARK TRUST LIMITED 1145 LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES 15065
FAMILYCHOICE PHARMACY
A retail pharmacy situated in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands
STAFF REQUIRED PHARMACISTS (2) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• Must have a B-Pharm Degree from an accredited University • Must have a minimum of 3 years management experience in retail pharmacy • Must have a minimum of 5 years as a registered pharmacist
MAIN DUTIES:
• Oversee preparation of all medicines • Dispense prescription medicines to customers • Advise customers on the treatment of minor ailments using OTC medicines • Inventory control and management • Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports
PHARMACY ASSISTANT (1) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
• • • • • •
CLASSIFIEDS 37
Must have a high school diploma Must be computer literate Must have good communication and interpersonal skills Must be fluent in English Bi/ Multilingual preferred Previous experience in a pharmacy or healthcare preferred
MAIN DUTIES:
• Meet, greet and assist customers • Accurate data entry and labelling • Stock of shelves • Maintain clean work area • Accept and process payments Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN JULY 22ND, 2017 TO: DR. KENDRA GARDINER-HALL EMAIL ADDRESS: INFO@FAMILYCHOICEPHARMACY.COM ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW 15088
DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 4 days per week
CONTACT: 344-9268
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15049
JOSEPH LIONEL MORLEY Is seeking to employ a
DOMESTIC WORKER To clean, wash, cook and to do all house work from 9-5. Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: $6.75 per hour
CONTACT: 341-9364 15078
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GRACEBAY CAR RENTALS/ BCS-CS COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIST ESPONSIBILITIES: (Major responsibilities and target accomplishments expected of the position including the typical problems encountered in carrying out the responsibilities.) • Ensure technology is accessible and equipped with current hardware and software Main Activities. Troubleshoot hardware, software and network operating system. Be familiar with all hardware and network. Train Staff about Rent Centric. • Provide individual training and support on request. Maintain current and accurate inventory of technology hardware, software and resource. Troubleshoot all technology issues. Maintain log and/or list of required repairs and maintenance. Connect and set up hardware. Load all required software. • Provide network accounts and passwords as required. Monitor security of all technology. Ensure hardware is stripped and secured before disposal. Perform other related duties as required during working hours and most time late at night KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet, word-processing, Rent Centric, QuickBooks, graphics and website development programs at a highly proficient level stress management skills time management skills. • Must have a valid driver’s license • 5 or more years of experience • Salary based on experience • Work permit holder
TIRE TECH RESPONSIBILITIES: • To ensure your work area are clean. Tire machine is in good working condition. Inspect all rims/tires before release all vehicles • Able to speak and write English • Valid driver’s license • Experience in rime and tires sites • Work permit holder
DOMESTIC WORKER
ELECTRICAL FOREMAN Must have at least 15 years experience in commercial and residential electrical installations and at least 10 years experience at a supervisory level on large scale buildings. Applicants must have experience in budgeting and cost coding on all aspects of commercial electrical installations. Must be available to work after hours, weekends and holidays. Salary negotiable.
This position is currently held by a work permit holder.
Please email resumes to joanadmin@tciway.tc
15061
SHERINA FRANCOIS LONG BAY HILLS
Is seeking to employ a
DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week
CONTACT: 431-4022
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15058
DOMESTIC WORKER
Salary: $6.25 per hour Email: oventon.francois@ gmail.com This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15045
SPICK & SPAN CLEANING SERVICES LTD. is looking for a
ONE STOP SPORTING SHOP NORTH CAICOS
to work 6 days per week. Salary $7.00 per hour This is a new position. Location: 33 Black Crow Road Off Airport Road
CONTACT: 241-3653
15075
Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 241-8121
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15050
MR. MOJITO Is seeking to employ 2
LABOURER To work from MondayFriday between the hours of 7:00 A.M- 7:00 P.M. Wages are based on the minimum wage and paid on a weekly basis. Applicants are to provide their resume and any accompanying documentation to the following: MISICK’S GAS STATION CHURCH FOLLY GRAND TURK (649)331-0610
15063
OVANDO CONSTRUCTION
BARTENDERS Salary: $7.00 per hour
CONTACT: 442-0820
15067
PROVO BEVERAGES Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
SECURITY LABOURER TILE LAYER OFFICER Salary: $9.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 331-9854 15040
LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days
CONTACT: DAVE@ TURKSHEADBEER.COM
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15044
SANDSPIT BAR
The Momentous Centre Ltd. is seeking a qualified individual to be our new
RECEIVING CLERK 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 non-smokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test. Salary is $10/hr hourly. This is a new position and is not currently occupied by a Work Permit holder. Qualified Turks Islander applicants are invited to forward resumes to the Labour Board.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Collaborate with procurement staff to list expected deliveries Coordinate deliveries, receive shipments and sign paperwork upon receipt Unload packages from incoming trucks Inspect contents to ensure they are undamaged Verify packages according to order and invoices (quantity, quality, price etc.) Contact supplier or shipper if a mistake is identified Assume responsibility for returning unsatisfactory shipments or receiving replacements Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place Ensure invoices are signed and paid for satisfactory deliveries Maintain accurate records and assist in inventory control
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:
• • • • • • • • • • • •
13082
Is seeking to employ a
Momentous Ltd.
• • • • • • • • • •
is seeking a
REQUIRES AN
CONTACT CHLOE AT 946 4393 MARCO TRAVEL
Is seeking to employ a
MISICK’S GAS STATION
MEPCO INTERNATIONAL TCI
Must be willing to work 6 days a week. Must be familiar with taking care of dogs ,and willing to live in the employer home when away.
SANDRA GARLAND
July 1-7, 2017
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Proven experience as receiving clerk or similar position Experience in operating forklifts Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data Solid understanding of health and safety regulations Basic math and recording abilities Excellent organizational skills Great communication and interpersonal abilities Keen eye for detail Good physical condition High school diploma Must have ability to travel globally Must be fluent (Written & Oral) in English
KITCHEN HELPER/CLEANER REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum 2 years’ experience; • Willing to work irregular, long and late hours • Knowledge and experience in food preparation. • Efficient worker willing to clean tables • Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public; • Starting Salary is $6.25 per hour plus share-in service charges Prospective applicants including Islanders can bring all applications with two letters of recommendation citing relevant experience in the same industry to Sandspit Bar located at W103 Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or e-mail to admin@environmentalarts. tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 15053
SALE OF EQUIPMENT CUMMINGS B CYLINDER DIESEL ENGINE WITH HYDRAULIC TANK- $1200.00 40” ALLUMINUM TRAILER- $1200.00 CAT D9- $65K BOB CAT- $7K 20” 6 WHEEL TRAILER- $1500.00 BLOCK MAKING PLANT- INCLUDES JAW CRUSHER-SCREEN – MIXER CONVEYOR RACKS AND PLATES $326 500 TONS QUARRY SAND- $250 TRUCK LOAD
15080
Applications can be submitted online at www.momentous.com or directly to careers@momentous.com
CONTACT: 431-0645 OR 431-0821
15064
38 CLASSIFIEDS
July 1-7, 2017
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. as Chargee, pursuant to its charge and the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold the property listed below by Public Auction, to be held at the office of Meridian Financial Group, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay and Providenciales at 10.00 a.m. on Friday 14th of July, 2017.
Location Description
Title No. 60804/81, The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, comprising of 0.47 acres A duplex residential building comprising 2# four bedroom town homes has been constructed to the north side of the parcel whilst on the south side a three storey building comprising a restaurant premises on the first floor, an open plan church hall and office on the second floor and a completed loft in the roof space on the third floor. In addition, there is a pool, deck and covered bar/restaurant terrace. The duplex comprises two units each with two main storeys and a loft area with total of four-bedroom and three and a half bathrooms. The entire commercial complex comprises 7,824 sq. ft.
Title
Private & Absolute
Proprietor
Joseph Forreston Higgs
Approximate Area
0.47 acres
Location
Title No. 60400/244, Chalk Sound, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, comprising of 1.00 acres.
Description
Private & Absolute
Proprietor
Joseph Forreston Higgs
Approximate Area
1.00 acres
Location
60611/19, Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales , Turks & Caicos Islands.
Description
The subject property comprises 0.71 acres, located on the hilltop of South Dock Road with views of the east and west coast of the Island of Providenciales. The Property is located in a residential neighborhood of South Dock and comprises a 1,200 sq. ft. rental income house. Given the land size, the property provides greater opportunities for additional housing construction. Private & Absolute
Proprietor
RAMCO LTD.
Approximate Area
0.71 acres
REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum 4 years’ experience; • Willing to work irregular, long and late hours; • Command a broad knowledge of bar managing and mixing drinks; • Comprehensive QuickBooks knowledge; • Comprehensive POS experience; • Good computer literacy; • Must have a valid driver’s license; • Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public; • Salary: $1,200-$1,300 per month dependent on experience Prospective applicants including Islanders can bring all applications with two letters of recommendation citing relevant experience in the same industry to Sandspit Bar located at W103 Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or e-mail to admin@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder
15038
TORTILLAS
SHINING STARS PREPARATORY SCHOOL
IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons, to fill the post of
BLUE HILLS
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS CLEANER CONTACT: 241-2078
Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent. Must also have a loving, caring and cooperative attitude.
Applications, along with two references and proof of qualifications. Must be sent in writing to: The Principal Shining Stars Preparatory School. 11 Academy Drive, Downtown, Providenciales. To reach not later than July 15, 2017. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Held by a work permit holder 15087
15051
POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT TOP O’ THE COVE DELICATESSEN Currently seeking candidate for the position of
LINE COOK
Also seeking candidate for
FRONT END/CASHIER POSITION
This person would speak English and have strong communication skills. Previous working experience is required. Qualified candidate will be reliable timely and able to multi-task with a pleasant demeanor. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Salary Range $6.50 to $9.50 per hour. Must have verifiable references.
Please apply with resume within or to catering@skycatering.tc
15070
SCHOOL FOR FIELD STUDIES, SOUTH CAICOS SEVERAL OPENINGS: CENTER DIRECTOR, SITE MANAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY LECTURER, MARINE ECOLOGY LECTURER, MARINE OPERATIONS COORDINATOR, ACADEMIC INTERNS Job Summaries and Qualifications: Center Director- Direct all centre activities, PhD required; Site Manager – Maintain facilities, vehicles, vessels and customs filings, BS degree required; Environmental Policy Lecturer – PhD required; Marine Ecology Lecturer – PhD required; Marine Operations Coordinator – Coordinates all marine logistics, BS degree and PADI Instructor Cert required; Academic Intern – Assist all faculty and waterfront, BS degree (Masters preferred) and Divemaster Cert (PADI preferred) required;
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ARE AVAILABLE BY REQUEST, FROM MERIDIAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION LTD. MERIDIAN FINANCIAL GROUP P.O. BOX 599, LEVEL 2, LE VELE PLAZA, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, B.W.I TEL. (649) 941-3082 FAX (649) 941-3223
MIXOLOGIST
This person would have at least 5 years of experience cooking in restaurants. The ability to speak, read, & understand English is required. Qualified candidate will be punctual, able to multi- task, and have a pleasant demeanor. Must be able to work weekends &holidays. Salary Range $10.00 to $18.00 per hour
Title
Title
SANDSPIT BAR
Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.
The subject property is vacant land overlooking the Chalk Sound Waterfront, and is a suitable site for the construction of residential dwelling. Enjoy the trade winds and seven different shades of blue water from this Chalk Sound lot.
CLASSIFIEDS 39
All positions required to live on-site, minimum Open Water Scuba Diver unless otherwise stated, prior experience living/working at a field station and boat handling is preferred. 15074
TO APPLY: PLEASE SEND YOUR CV TO HHERTLER@FIELDSTUDIES.ORG BY JULY 5, 2017. START DATE: AUGUST 2017
15059
40 CLASSIFIEDS CUSTOMS INSTALL TCI LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a
BETTY COX
LONG BAY, KAKIKA DRIVE Is seeking to employ a
CONTACT: 346-0230
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15110
AUDELIN CHARITE FIVE CAYS
Is seeking to employ a
ARTHUR POOL AND SPA CONSTRUCTION LEEWARD HIGHWAY
ALCICA DUVERNA BLUE HILLS
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
PAINTER CLEANER Salary: $7.00 per hour
July 1-7, 2017
TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS
CARE TAKER To care for an elderly
Salary: $220 per week
person and also clean the house. Salary: $250 per week
CONTACT: 346-0230
CONTACT: 346-2311
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15101
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15105
GRACEWAY SPORTS CENTRE Is looking to employ a qualified
He/She must be certified in Pilates, Zumba, Yogalates, Dance and preferable Les Mills fitness concept, must be a licensed Personal Trainer with at least ten years of proven experience. First Aid Certification is mandatory. Computer proficiency is a must. The remuneration will be commensurate with certifications and experience. This position is currently held by a work permit holder, TC Islanders who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply and will be preferred. Only applicants who meet the requirements will be contacted for interview.
MASON MAID Salary: $8.25 per hour
Salary: $200 per week
CONTACT: 345-3318
CONTACT: 241-1227
CONTACT: 241-5942
STORAGE UNIT CONTENTS SALE
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
ERB CONSTRUCTION
EVAN NATANIEL WILLIAMS
GAYNE HUTCHINSON
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
LABOURER/ MASON
LABOURER
LABOURER
CONTACT: 331-1067
CONTACT: 342-6748 This position is currently
CONTACT: 245-7542
15111
MIDDLE CAICOS
Clean the Church Property, trim the plants Salary: $6.25 per hour
15106
BLUE HILLS
Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days
held by a work permit holder
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
HERICK LOUIS
ILINA C TIMA
J&H PAINTING & DÉCOR
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
15099
MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY
15114
FIVE CAYS
CARE TAKER To clean the house,
15116
LONG BAY
PAINTER
Salary: $6.25 per hour
wash, iron and assist with medication. Salary: $200 per week
Painting exterior and interior of building, prepare & clean painting areas Salary: $8.00 per hour
CONTACT: 346-6686
CONTACT: 346-0230
CONTACT: 241-5286
LABOURER This position is currently held by a work permit holder
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
JACQUELIN DESRONVIL
JAVIER RAFAEL CASTILLO
JEAN PIERRE PANNIUS
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
15091
OFFICE FURNITURE ON SALE
15096
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
BY TCI BANK LIMITED (IN LIQUIDATION)
At Williams Storage Industrial Park, Providenciales on Wednesday July 5, 2017 9.30am to 2.00pm
Salary: $1500 per month
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
Salary: $6.25 per hour
15072
Please forward your application to info@gracewaysports.com or drop the hard copy at Graceway Sports Centre located on Luker Land (behind IGA Supermarket). Contact ph. No: (649) 442-6348
THE BIGHT
Is seeking to employ a
CHOIR DIRECTOR/ PASTOR
SOUTH DOCK ROAD
YOGA INSTRUCTOR
ALL SAINT BAPTIST CHURCH
MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a
15103
PROVIDENCIALES
15104
LOWER BIGHT
LABOURER
Chairs, Desks, Cabinets, Credenzas and other miscellaneous items The sale process is Cash & Carry; First Come First Serve. Items must be removed immediately upon sale. No overnight holding of items
FOR FURTHER DETAILS, CONTACT THE OFFICE AT 941-7500 OR VISIT REGENT VILLAGE UNIT F203, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES 15089
LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour
Manually moving and transport garbage from the yard, trim down trees in the yard, feed the dogs and remove debris from outside Salary: $6.25 per hour
LABOURER
CONTACT: 344-8670
CONTACT: 247-5274
CONTACT: 242-1164
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15095
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15109
Salary: $6.25 per hour
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15094
July 1-7, 2017
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JOB VACANCY
A&J GROCERIE STORE LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
LABOURER Salary: $200 per week
CONTACT: 343-3937
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15092
TREVOR MUSGROVE/T HOLDINGS Is seeking to employ a
LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week
CONTACT: 331-4336
This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15057
TURKS AND TACOS Is seeking to employ a
MAINTENANCE MAN Salary: $2400 per month
Must be willing to work 6 days a week, holidays and weekends CONTACT: 946-5369 OR EMAIL TURKSANDTACOS@TCIWAY.TC
Belongers need only apply. Send a copy of your resume to the Labour Department. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15052
ZOOM ZOOM TOURS LTD.
CLASSIFIEDS 41
Reporting Officer: Director of Ports Salary Grade: 5 Supervises: N/A Date of Appointment: The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is seeking an outstanding professional for the role of Human Resources Manager posted in the Providenciales office. GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under policy direction, the candidate will plan and implement comprehensive programs within The Turks and Caicos Islands Ports Authority Human Resources Department, including recruitment, classification, compensation, employee relations, labour relations, equal opportunity management, performance appraisals, benefits and other services. Also, provides professional assistance and guidance to management on human resource, employee relations matters, and performs related duties as assigned. The post holder will be located in our Providenciales office. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Plan and develop managers and staff through key performance indicators, monitored work plans and organizational processes to achieve The Ports Authority mission and strategic goals. 2. Implement strategic organizational change to increase productivity and employee satisfaction. 3. Provide leadership and work with managers to develop and retain highly competent, service-oriented staff through selection, compensation, training and day-to-day management practices. 4. Plan and evaluate the performance of assigned managers and staff, while demonstrating professional objectivity and neutrality. 5. Participate in the development and implementation of strategic and business plans, goals and objectives; lead and direct department staff in the development and application of new processes and technologies to achieve higher efficiency, productivity and customer service in department work processes. 6. Develop and implement comprehensive human resources management programs, policies, guidelines and procedures across all departments, consistent with Turks and Caicos Islands labour requirement and sound professional principles and practices; confer with and coordinate the implementation of programmes, policies and practices with other departments. 7. Participate in negotiating and administering employment contracts until agreement is executed; advise the department heads and other managers, supervisors on employee relations matters, including grievance and disciplinary procedures and actions. 8. Direct recruitment, testing and selection activities for salaried and wage positions; direct the development and maintenance of comprehensive classification and compensation plans; approve completed classification and job evaluation studies; direct administration of performance appraisal practices and programs; oversees administration of any scholarship programs; direct the
maintenance of a centralized personnel records. 9. Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions, policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliancy. 10. Direct the investigation and resolution of staff complaints; ensure clear transparency with complaints review to provide all parties with behavioral factors, for a resolute outcome. 11. Direct the development and delivery of training for managers and supervisors on Ports Authority policies and procedures, and all related areas concerning the Ports Authority Ordinance. 12. Monitor developments in areas of staff productivity and accountability, provide coaching and counseling if necessary. 13. Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude and understanding towards the organizational goals. KNOWLEDGE OF:
1. Theory, principles, practices and techniques of public personnel administration, including recruitment, testing, selection, equal employment opportunity, employee relations, classification and job analysis/job evaluation, compensation, benefits design and administration, employee and management development and performance planning and appraisal. 2. Principles and practices of strategic, long-term business planning, labor management relations, including negotiation and contract administration techniques. 3. Local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility. 4. Principles, methods and techniques of strategic and business planning, public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintenance of public records. 5. Research methods and analysis techniques. 6. Ports Authority functions and operations and associated human resource management issues. 7. Principles and practices of internal consulting. 8. Organization and functions of a public board. 9. Trends and best practices in human resource management. 10. Principles and practices of effective management and supervision. 11. General Staff Policies and Procedures and labour contract provisions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business; and at least ten years of progressively responsible human resource management experience (at least seven of which were in a supervisory position) including labour management relations. Experience in a public sector setting is preferred. Salary: $64,572.00 per annum.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a current Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.
LABOURER
Location-Grand Turk Hourly Rate-$6.25 per hour Works- 5 Business Days
CONTACT 649-247-9212 Renewal
15046
Applications should be addressed to: Director of Ports, Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands, and email to jobs@ports.tc. Candidates are asked to submit documentation on or before the deadline date. Deadline: Friday 7th July 2017 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted. 15081
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Sports Interational JOHN EMMANUEL WALKIN FIVE CAYS
Is seeking to employ a
KENDAL & TAZANA DISPOSABLE INDUSTRIAL PARK
KYLY CHAVAUNIA EWING
PAYLESS WAREHOUSE
ROSE MARIE MISSICK
ROYNOLD ROBINSON
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
GRAND TURK
Is seeking to employ a
Salary: $6.25 per hour
CONTACT: 343-6244
Duties: Collecting garbage from locations, clean spills from floor of collecting area by using rank. Clean garbage containers, load up truck with junk & drive to waste plan along with the driver. Salary: $6.25 per hour
LEEWARD HIGHWAY
DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work for 4 days
Clean the store every morning, load the company truck for delivery, unloading of goods during deliveries, off-loading container, receive & restock products, mop the floor throughout the day. Salary: $6.25 per hour
CONTACT: 243-1550
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
CONTACT: 331-5959
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
SAINT JEAN SHOP
TCI HOSPITALITY LTD
TROPICAL BAR
UNITY ONLINE SERVICES
Is seeking to employ a
Is seeking to employ a
15112
THE BIGHT
Is seeking to employ a
CONTACT: 241-9747 15100
LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a
Salary: $6.25 per hour
CONTACT: 241-7995
CONTACT: 243-4241
LABOURER This position is currently held by a work permit holder
This position is currently held by a work permit holder
FLAMINGO CAFÉ AND TAKE OUT
JOHN HILGROVE PARKER
15097
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Sports Interational
Bolt says ‘mind not made up’ over retirement date
Cristiano Ronaldo now has three children.
Ronaldo confirms he is a father to twins CRISTIANO Ronaldo’s family is growing apace as the Real Madrid star confirmed he has become a father for the second time. Ronaldo published a statement about the news on his Facebook page, just hours after Portugal was knocked out of the Confederations Cup by Chile. His new children, whose mother’s identity is unknown, are now siblings to Cristiano Ronaldo Jnr, 7, who was born in a previous relationship. The identity of the mother of his eldest child is also not known. The 32-year-old said he was giving “all my body and soul” for the Portuguese national team, even after his two new children were born. “Unfortunately, we have not been able to achieve the main sport objective we wanted,” he said of the semifinal penalty shootout defeat. “But I am sure we will continue given lots of happiness to Portuguese people.” “The president of the Portuguese Football Federation and the manager had an attitude today that sensitised me and I will not
forget. I am very happy to finally be able to be with my children for the first time.” Portuguese media outlet SIC TV are reporting the twins are a boy and girl, Mateo and Eva, and were born in the US on June 8. Before the start of the Confederations Cup, Ronaldo became embroiled in a $16.4m tax evasion case with Spanish authorities, though his Gestifute management team denies any wrongdoing. (CNN)
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EIGHT-TIME Olympic champion Usain Bolt says he may carry on running after the 2017 World Championships but this will definitely be his final season. The 30-year-old Jamaican had previously said he would run his final race at the London Stadium in August. Speaking on Monday, Bolt revealed he had spoken to coach Glen Mills about whether to end his final “emotional” season after competing in London. “We haven’t fully made up our mind on what we’re doing yet,” he said. The World Championships has been referred to as Bolt’s “swansong”, with many expecting his final appearance to come in the 4x100m relay final on August 12. “I’m not worrying about that until the World Championships or at least getting close to it,” he added. Speaking before an IAAF world challenge event in
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Ostrava, Bolt continued: “Right now, I’m just focused on getting through the season.
“I just like entertaining the crowd. I definitely want to try and enjoy every minute of it -
JOB OPPORTUNITIES Housekeeping Supervisor
Point Grace is seeking an energetic and outgoing individual to fill the position of Housekeeping Supervisor at the resort. The role will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operations for both the Housekeeping and Laundry Departments
JOB DESCRIPTION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Liaise with Front Desk Manager and Front Desk Agents on all matters relating to guest and Owner arrivals, VIP’s, laundry operations, guest supplies, suite amenities and all other guest/owner services and amenities. - Under the direction of the General Manager/Accounting Department be responsible for inventories control and maintenance: checking and maintaining par levels of all suite inventories - Assist the General Manager in maintaining tight control on all Housekeeping activities and ensure systems are in place to detect misappropriation of Resort property. Report any anomalies to General Manager in a timely manner.
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The eight-time Olympic champion won narrowly in Ostrava, beating Cuba’s Yunier Perez by 0.03secs in the 100m.
it won’t be the same sat in the stadium.” He also reiterated he will not be competing in the 200m in London, saying: “People keep asking, but no.” Bolt became the first man in Olympic history to win both the 100m and 200m in record times, and twice successfully defended the sprint titles he won in Beijing in 2008. “It’s just been a great career. I’ve really enjoyed the ups and downs, all the experience I’ve gathered, all I’ve been through, the happiness and the sadness,” he said.
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Dishwashers required for our food and beverage operations. Weekend, holiday and shift work. Must be able to work late hours. Wages range $6.25 to $6.75 per hour, plus service charge and tips. Please submit applications to: Human Resources Manager, Point Grace Management, P.O. Box 700, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5096; Fax (649) 946-5097; Email: humanresources@pointgrace. com.
Interested Belongers must submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2. Closing date for application is July 1st, 2017.
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AMERICA’S CUP ENDEAVOURS:
TCI finish as top Caribbean Island in Hobie race OLIVER Downes and Maya LopesWilson led the Turks and Caicos Islands over several teams, including both of the Bermudian sides when they competed in the America’s Cup Endeavour Hobie Wave race. In 12 races the national sailors tallied 88 points, including two fourth place finishes. Their eighth overall spot was better than two
Bermudian teams, and one each from Great Britain and the Netherlands. DREAM COME TRUE Coach Keir Clarke was elated with the performance. “We were up against some big nations like Sweden, USA, Netherlands, GBR & Australia, all of whom have years more sailing experience than TCI,
Oliver Downes and Maya Lopes-Wilson performed admirably in Bermuda.
so to come away with 8th overall & 5th in the medal race was a dream
come true for these sailors. Turks and Caicos in 2017 has come on the
Cricket season starts on Sunday
The various winners at the first circuit cycling race.
Over 30 cyclists compete in TCICF first circuit cycling race OVER 30 cyclists competed in three categories last Saturday in the Turks and Caicos Islands Cycling Federation (TCICF) first circuit cycling race which was held at Zanzi parking lot on the Leeward Highway. Frediese Registre won category 1 (advance cyclists). In the 25.5 miles race (nine laps of the
Tropicana to Beaches roundabout), two TCICF executives finished second and third. Vice President Sean Rodgers finished second, while President Shanwell Gardiner placed third. The cycling head was not the only Gardiner to win a prize. His young son won the Kids category (8-12 years old) ahead of Marky Zephirin
world map for sailing, and we are looking forward to continuing this momentum going forward!” Clarke said that Downes and Wilson invested a lot of time and energy in preparing for the meet. “Oliver and Maya have been training up to four times a week for this event, and it is important to recognise a lot of Provo Sailing Club adult members who gave their time on many Sundays to a training group of up to 6 Hobie Cats which affectionately became known as Hobie Church! Without their experience and competition the kids would not have been as prepared for such strong competition.”
and Sean Ewing. Brianna Burton was the first female competitor in the category. In the intermediate division over 25.5 miles Kevin Ewing won ahead of Terrence Astwood and Reno Palmer. According to information from the federation the race turned out to be the highlight of the day
with Ewing upset the Category 2 champion with about a 6-inch margin of victory. The winner of the kids race received a day pass to Beaches, while the winner of the Category 2 division received a gift bag from Flamingo pharmacy. First, Second and third place trophies were presented to the winners in all categories.
A four-team competition will bowl off the 2017 cricket season this Sunday at the Downtown Ball Park. Mitsubishi Electric will clash with Quality Super Kings in the opener from 11:00h. The Twenty20 competition also includes Police and Beaches. The four teams will play a series of games over the next few months with the final set for October 1.
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Ifeanyi Otuonye finished fourth in the meet.
JAMAICA’S SENIOR NATIONAL TRIALS:
Otuonye registers another 7.8+ performance IFEANYI Otuonye registered another 7.8+ performance when he competed at Jamaica’s Senior National Trials last weekend at the National Stadium in Kingston. The US based TCI athlete, jumped 7.82M into a negative wind for a fourth place finish at the meet. This is the most consistent the 23-year-old (celebrated his birthday this week) has been this season. Earlier this month he equalled his national record of 7.88M. “The fact the I can equal my PB in one year with less meets than when I was in NCAA is a
good sign leading up to upcoming years.” Otuonye opened with 7.60M, before fouling twice, which forced him to adjust his run-up. Instead of 20 steps, he took 18 for the first time in a competition. He again fouled when he attempted his first jump in the final, while the second was no good so he walked back in the sand. In his third and final attempt, he leaped to 7.82M. The Kansas State University graduate student is still hopeful of jumping 8M this year. Approximately 111 jumpers competed in the meet.
Global United won three straight games to take the title.
Global United win Church Co-Ed Softball League GLOBAL United were crowned champions of the 2017 Church CoEd Softball League after beating the Church of God of Prophecy 3-1 in a
best-in-five final. Prophecy were awarded the opener, before Global won the rest of games for the overall victory.
In the final clash last Monday evening at the National Stadium, the eventual winners recorded a 13-12 win in an exciting clash.
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Smith ready to embrace new FA role LONG serving official of the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) Oliver Smith is ready to embrace his new position as General Secretary of the association. Smith, who previously served as second vice-president of the FA, told the Weekly News that he was excited about his new role. “Football is my passion and this is an appointment that I eagerly and readily embraced. I thank the Executive Committee for the confidence they have shown in me
by appointing me to this position.” The new general secretary spoke highly of the vision of the local FA. “The TCIFA is a growing entity and one being led by a passionate and enlightened President Sonia Bien-Aime and the Executive Committee. I look forward to working towards implementing the visions and goals as set out by our President and Executive Committee as we all seek to grow and develop the sport of football in the Turks and Caicos Islands.”
Oliver Smith is now the General Secretary of the TCIFA.
A release from the FA indicated that the lawyer took up his new position on Monday. “We are delighted to have Mr. Smith in this capacity [General Secretary] as he brings a wealth of
football experience (both on and off the field) to the role and his legal background provides an additional tool that can only be an asset to our Association.” Smith, who sits on the FIFA
Appeals Committee, has several coaching stints under his belt, including one in 2015 when he led the senior national team against St. Kitts and Nevis in a World Cup Qualifier.
Colby Jennings finished with a 400M bronze medal in a time of 48.24s at the meet.
Boxing great Mike Tyson and local tennis coach Reinaldo Rivera.
Boxing great Tyson brings daughter for tennis lessons in Provo Boxing great Mike Tyson hired peak performance tennis coach Reinaldo Rivera last week to train his young daughter, who is a budding tennis star, while the family vacationed in
Providenciales. Local coach Rivera said that the eight-year-old is eying a career in the sport. He said that she is already a “great player”. Tyson, known as one of the
hardest hitters in the history of boxing, did not play, but his wife and her nephew joined his young daughter several times on the court during the week of training.
Jennings cops bronze at Jamaica’s Trials Colby Jennings won a bronze medal when he competed in the U18 400M race at Jamaica’s Senior National Trials last weekend at the National Stadium in Kingston. The teenager, who won a bronze at this year’s CARIFTA Games in Curacao, clocked 48.27s, .01s slower than his time at CARIFTA. Jennings, who has had a successful season, had to pace
himself to finish on the podium. “I paced myself on the backstretch. I realised how far they were getting ahead, so I just pulled it together.” The Jamaica College student competed against two CARIFTA medal winners in the race on Saturday. Antonio Watson again claimed a victory, but the silver medal winner in Curacao, Ramone Lindo, finished in fourth position.
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