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BILL REJECTED The PDM Government has rejected a parliamentary bill brought by the PNP Opposition stating that all tips should PAGE  5 go to hospitality staff.

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Everyone living in the TCI could be required to have their fingerprints recorded

Residents and tourists enjoy the party atmosphere at the popular weekly Fish Fry

Fish Fry to relocate to new venue, says Premier

BY DAISY HANDFIELD

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

AFTER five successful years at the Children’s Park in The Bight, the popular island Fish Fry will be relocated to a more spacious venue.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson said that the new location is a three acre lot, adjacent to Beaches Resort and Spa in Providenciales.

She said: “Moving ahead with the home for The Bight Fish Fry, the tender has been completed for that one.”

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during last Tuesday’s (June 6) town hall meeting at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex.

Members of the crowd were sceptical about the parking space at the mentioned new venue, but the Premier assured that the location is suitable enough to host the event.

The date for the relocation has not been announced.

The Fish Fry is a collaborative effort between the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board, the Department of Culture, the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs and Flow.

The event has been growing week by week, enticing locals and visitors alike to experience an evening in the park in a fun, family style setting.

Plates loaded with crab and rice, lobster mac and cheese and local island corn straight off the grill sit in front of hungry patrons relaxing on park benches under starry skies.

Local restaurants come from all corners of the island and include Froggie’s on da Beach, Kay Jo’s, Miss Moonies, Upstairs Bar and Grill, Hole in the Wall, Smokey’s on da Bay, Cactus Bar and Grill, Uncle Dough’s Salad Bar, Middle Caicos Café, Bugaloo’s Conch Crawl, Doreen’s Place, Sailing Paradise, Native Cuisine and Three Queens with each offering up their specialty menu items and the opportunity to try one or all.

Each week a new band takes the stage with rotations by local favourites Lee and the Force, Sea Breeze Rip Saw Band, Keno and Kazz, Alroy and Daz, Kew Band Lynx and V6 Rake n Scrape Band to bring to the venue a variety of styles and sounds and keep the line-up fresh.

Fingerprints may be taken from all residents – Biometrics legislation to come on stream soon

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT is working to introduce biometric surveillance legislation that will aid the police in solving crimes throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

This was revealed by Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson on June 5 during a radio interview.

Biometrics are unique physical characteristics, such as fingerprints, that can be used for automated recognition.

According to the Premier the biometric system will see the entire populace being entered into the database.

“We will have legislation in place for that, it would be absolutely nonsensical to just do part of the population, we must fingerprint everyone.”

She explained: “When I first raised it under the consultative forum, they had persons talking about human rights issues.

“When we go to America and every time we have to place our fingers to print on whatever that machine is, I mean they also look into the camera and all these things we don’t complain.

“The fact is, if we’re not going to have persons who are going to be coming forward to help the police solve offences then we have to look at all crime fighting initiatives that will help and that is one of the things we have to do.

“It’s necessary for Turks and Caicos and I’m going to be guided by the Attorney General’s chambers, but at the end of the day we must have a database because unless you have committed an offence your records are not in the system for the police and that can’t help.”

The People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) party while in opposition introduced a motion in the

House of Assembly in May 2014 that would allow the use of biometrics by law enforcement authorities as a crime fighting tool.

The motion was aimed at addressing the escalating crime rate in the country.

At that time, shadow minister for home affairs Goldray Ewing stated that the opposition had asked the Government about “fingerprinting 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 crime statistics the party 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.”

As a result, the PDM has long maintained the position to introduce legislation that will allow the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police to determine whether or not they wish to use biometrics in the course of their investigations.

The law will also determine the legality of using the technology in the financial sector.

The national police force already uses forensic technology such as DNA and fingerprint identification during the course of criminal investigations.

In information technology, biometrics refers to technology that measures and analyses human body characteristics, such as DNA, fingerprints, eye retinas and irises, voice patterns, facial patterns and hand measurements for authentication purposes.

Authentication by biometric verification is becoming increasingly common in corporate and public security systems, consumer electronics and point of sale (POS) applications.

In addition to security, the driving force behind biometric verification has been convenience.

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Service charge issue reduced to political ‘tit for tat’ – Government rejects PNP bill

BY DELANA ISLES THE PDM Government has rejected a parliamentary bill brought by the PNP Opposition stating that all tips should go to hospitality staff.

It was a move reminiscent of the former PNP government’s dismissal of a private motion to reinstate 100 percent gratuity.

On Tuesday (June 13) when the House of Assembly convened, members voted on whether the private member’s bill put forward

by Royal Robinson (PNP) could proceed any further in the House.

Ten resounding votes of no, with Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson leading the chorus, echoed

across the air waves from the Grand Turk based NJS Francis Building.

The two Governor’s appointed members - Tueton Williams and John Phillips - promptly abstained from voting, while the six PNP members voted yes.

That meant that the bill, which has been given much air time by Robinson over several months, cannot proceed, as it was effectively killed.

The move comes just days after the Premier assured members of the public at a town hall meeting in Providenciales that a resolution to the burning issue will be reached by December this year.

However, it must be noted that

the votes of no to Robinson’s bill does not mean that a resolution still cannot be reached.

But, what it harkens back to is a similar move taken by the former PNP government when Cartwright Robinson’s private member’s motion got no further than a divisive discussion in the Assembly on April 19, 2016.

While there was agreement in the House at the time that something needs to be done, the then government were not too keen about taking notes or advice from the then Opposition.

Instead, two months later, July 2016, the PNP government had announced that they will be

establishing a committee to look at the service charge reinstatement issue.

The review committee was commissioned to examine information received from owner, worker and employer groups operating within the hospitality industry on the management and distribution practices regarding service charges.

It comprised of members from both the private and public sectors, with intentions to focus on the hospitality sector as the existing service charge ordinance prescribes operational parameters solely for that sector.

Since that time the committee has been carrying out its work, but to date there has been no definitive recommendations.

As he has repeatedly done, after the Tuesday defeat of his bill,

Robinson accused the PDM of hypocrisy and double talk.

In statements to the press on Wednesday, he said: “After a lot of speaking through both sides of her mouth, the Premier, this morning, engineered the killing of the Service Charges Amendment Bill at the second reading stage.

“The hospitality workers must know that this came at the bidding of the hotels owners, in whose pockets it has been alleged that the Premier and her colleagues are in.

“The word of the Premier has no worth. She vacillates with the wind.”

He also noted that the only person “conveniently” missing from the vote was Minister of Tourism, Ralph Higgs, who he claims had previously said that hospitality workers will get the 100 percent service charge.

Appellate court hears appeal against Judge Shuster’s rulings

BY DELANA ISLES

Deputy Attorney General, Dr Michael Dillon

THIS week the Court of Appeal presided over a case brought before them by the Attorney General’s Chambers that raised serious questions about the discretion of a local judge to impose light sentences on convicted people.

The matter was brought against Judge Robert Shuster, who, this publication reported back in February, was accused of not imposing the maximum sentence allowed on men convicted of firearm offences in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Those men whose sentences are in question are - Lavardo Outten, Ernst Dolce and Anthony Clarke Jr. They were reportedly each sentenced to three years’

imprisonment for their offences with two year suspended sentences.

The chambers, represented by the Deputy Attorney General Michael Dillon, is asking to court to determine whether there is scope for a guilty plea in relation to the mandatory minimum term for people convicted of firearm offences under section 3(3) of the Firearm Ordinance.

Two - If the judge in imposing sentence correctly applied the provision of section 3 (1) and 3(3) of the Firearm Ordinance in imposing the mandatory term of imprisonment of not less than five years taking into consideration section three of the suspended sentences ordinance.

Three - If a judge has the

discretion to apply the suspended sentencing ordinance where there is a mandatory minimum term of imprisonment prescribed in another ordinance such as the Firearms Ordinance.

And four – If the judge imposed the mandatory minimum sentence in the circumstances in this case.

When the case came up for hearing on Tuesday (June 13), the judges argued with counsel that Judge Shuster or any other judge has the discretion on not imposing the mandated sentence if they want to.

However, no decision has as yet been rendered in the case, as the hearing has not been concluded.

When the Court of Appeal resumes in October this year there is expected to a decision when the matter is concluded.

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Lowering the cost of living is high Convicted rapist on Government’s agenda – Premier gets third trial for same crime

BY OLIVIA ROSE

THE GOVERNMENT is holding steadfast to its promise of reviewing the high cost of living in the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.

Her statement comes following pressure from multiple sections of the society burdened by the rising prices of essential commodities.

In a recent interview on Radio Turks and Caicos, the Premier said her Government will deliver on its promise to the people - to conduct a comprehensive review of the cost of living and the cost of doing business.

She said: “What we have to do as a country is see how we can expand the economy, in order to grow the public service, we’d have to expand what we’re taking in because that is based on the amount of revenue.

“Also we have to look at how we address the cost of living generally, we know that has to do with fuel, we know that has to do with electricity and all the way down to goods, but it is fuelled by fuel and the cost of electricity, it is fuelled by the cost of Provo Stevedoring.

“We have to isolate these factors and tackle them one by one.

“So there many ways that we can look at it and all of these factors we have to take into account.”

Coupled with the high cost of living, sections of the population have repeatedly called on the Government to implement effective price control mechanisms.

She said: “We did have consumer protection legislation passed in the House of Assembly under the former administration but there are no regulations in place, no standards

– Missing documents force appellate court decision

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High Cost of living

and that has to be further developed now going forward.

“We supported its passage; we thought it was an important piece of legislation for Honourable Misick to have brought.

“We support it but we have to work out the regulations and make sure that there are standards because that is something we thought should have come along with the bill but it is going to come.”

The Premier pointed out that consumers too have a role to play and are not powerless to incite change.

She explained: “Persons are calling for price control. I know in Barbados where they actually have a consumer protection agency that actually tells you what goods are and what drives a country is the consumers.

“If this is too expensive, you go to the next one and through your power help to drive down the cost.

“So it is not as simple as we would like to think but it is a comprehensive approach that has to be taken.”

She also underscored the importance of having measures in place to ensure consumers experience the trickledown effect of lowered costs on commodities.

“What we have to do for example when we look at goods on the shelf we have to make sure that when these savings come that the merchants actually pass them on to the consumers, that is important.”

Several local economists have reasoned that if the Government were to implement lower import duties, the suppliers in turn could pass on cheaper prices to the consumers and still make a profit.

The PDM Government on its campaign trail pledged to tackle the economy and the taxation issues in an effort to alleviate the burden on consumers.

LINCOLN Smith, a man convicted twice already of the almost two-hour long rape of a Dominican woman back in 2010, will get a third shot to prove his innocence.

The decision came down on Wednesday (June 14) in the Court of Appeal after arguments by Smith’s counsel, Oliver Smith about some missing documents related witness testimony and questions about the judge’s summation of the second trial.

Smith’s arguments related to some of the witness testimony corroborated by the Crown.

Upon questioning from the three appellate justices about the whereabouts of court transcripts, the court was told that there was none at the moment.

However, the Crown counsel told the court that efforts would be made to get a copy from the trial judge, whom it was assumed kept a written transcript of the proceedings as it was conducted.

The transcripts in question were that of the victim and of a South Caicos pastor who had found the young lady in the bushes where she was attacked and raped, allegedly by Lincoln Smith and another man.

There were also some questions raised about the judge’s summation of the case to the jury and information provided to them that should not have been part of their deliberations in reaching a verdict.

After a brief deliberation in

chambers, the justices ordered a retrial for Smith; his third so far.

Smith was convicted in the first trial and sentenced to nine years of imprisonment. He was convicted on the strength of his DNA being found on the victim.

However, his alleged accomplice, Lanard Forbes’ DNA was not found, and as such he walked free.

Smith appealed the conviction, won and a retrial was ordered.

He was convicted again in the retrial and sentenced to 10 years.

At the time of the arrest of both men, the prosecution had alleged that the men brutally raped the Dominican woman without the use of condoms for over one and half hours.

It was said that they beat her in the face then dragged her into some bushes where they took turns sexually assaulting her.

A South Caicos local pastor later found her lying in the bushes naked from the waist down and crying for help.

In court this week, it was revealed that during his trials, Smith had claimed, as his defence, that he had sexual intercourse with the woman on three other occasions, and that while he saw her on the day that she was raped, he did not rape her.

The Court of Appeal also heard that Smith had claimed that the woman is a prostitute.

The defendant’s lawyer also argued that the identification of his client was faulty, and called into question the testimony provided by the pastor during the trial.

Nine sloops headed to TCI averted by authorities

BY OLIVIA ROSE NINE sloops en route to the Turks and Caicos Islands from Haiti were averted by authorities on Tuesday (June 13).

This was confirmed by the Ministry of Border Control and Employment on Thursday (June 15) in a release.

It stated that intelligence was received that a total of nine motorised sloops had departed Haiti and headed north in the direction of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

According to the ministry, joint operations and collaboration with other regional border patrol and security agencies resulted in

the course of the vessels being disrupted.

Minster of Border Control, Sean Astwood expressed his appreciation for the quick intervention of the US coastguard in successfully diverting what would have otherwise been an extremely challenging situation for the Government to grapple with.

He said: “The Turks and Caicos Islands remains an active member of OPBAT, Operations Bahamas, Turks and Caicos, which is a combined Coast Guard, DEA and Government of the Bahamas partnership to combat illegal migration, drug and other contraband smuggling to and from the Bahamas and as a part of this organisation.

“The TCI continues to enjoy the success of operations such as that which deterred the nine sloops earlier this week.

“We continue to caution our own residents that harbouring illegal migrants is a crime and such persons can now face a fine of $20,000 on summary conviction or to a term of imprisonment of four years, or to both.

“In addition, persons acquiring status other than by birth that are convicted of such an offence, face the possibility of having their status in the Islands revoked, thereby making them liable to deportation.”

Up to press time no reports of sloops being in the vicinity of the Turks and Caicos were received.

Sean Astwood, Minister of Border Control and Employment

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TCI will maintain stable S&P rating - Opposition leader

BY DELANA ISLES THE TURKS AND CAICOS Islands is once again in the process of being assessed and rated by international ratings agency Standard and Poors (S&P).

While the first two ratings were conducted under the former administration – the Progressive National Party (PNP), which is credited with putting the TCI back on a firm and solid economic and financial footing, this is the first one under the new government.

This publication reached out to former minister of finance and now Leader of the Opposition, Washington Misick to find out if the change in government could in some way affect the rating - either negatively or positively.

Misick was optimistic that the

country is in such a solid financial position, that the rating will not be impacted negatively at all.

He said: “We may have to just wait and see what the report is, but I don’t think much has changed in terms of the economic situation one way or another. So, I would expect it to be maintained.”

For two years running – 2014 and 2015 – the global ratings agency has maintained its BBB+ rating for the TCI, with a continued stable outlook for the Islands.

During each rating S&P had made it clear that TCI’s close relationship with the United Kingdom, as an overseas territory, was a key factor in its rating calculation.

And that one of the benefits of maintaining a BBB+ rating is in strengthening the TCI’s negotiating position as it held discussions

Sailrock launches internship programme SAILROCK Resort has launched its first annual summer internship programme.

Interns will be given the chance to apply their academic knowledge to real industry situations while earning wages.

For this year’s summer internship programme, the resort will be hiring two sets of four interns from South Caicos’ Marjorie Basden High School.

They will be taking the following positions: food and beverage intern, front desk intern or housekeeping intern.

The Sailrock Summer Internship Programme will begin on July 10 and end on August 26, with the first set of summer interns participating in the internship programme from July 10 to July 29, and the second set from August 7 to August 26.

During their internships, students will undergo training, receive mentorship, and develop their skills through hands-on learning within the hospitality industry.

According to a press release from Sailrock Resort, the programme was developed in order to expose the Turks and Caicos Islands’ future workforce to the hospitality industry.

It allows those interested in pursuing a career within it to have better knowledge and a better grasp of the industry before committing to a full-time job.

The programme was also created in order to accelerate career and

personal growth.

Sailrock’s executive director Matthew Bywater said: “We are excited to announce Sailrock’s first annual summer internship programme.

“This programme is a great opportunity for Marjorie Basden students because we’ve created it with growth in mind.

“Our interns will have the ability to apply the knowledge they’ve gained in the classroom on a day-today basis over the duration of their internship, while receiving a salary.

“They will also be paired with mentors who will guide them, assist them in achieving their goals and encourage them to suggest new ideas, which we have not previously considered.

“Successful interns may even be offered full-time positions after graduation.”

Students from the Marjorie Basden High School can apply for the Summer Internship Programme by emailing humanresources@ sailrockresort.com with the subject ‘Sailrock Summer Internship Programme,’ attached with their resume, a cover letter, status card (or birth certificate), a reference letter from a teacher, and the position they are applying for.

Students interested in multiple positions must rank the positions from most preferred to least preferred.

Complete applications must be submitted by 11.59pm on June 20.

with financial institutions ahead of refinancing its UK-guaranteed $170 million bond.

That loan matured in February 2016 and has since been paid down.

However, since the new government assumed office in December 2016, there have been commitments by the current administration of increased spending in critical areas.

These areas were deemed to have been abandoned by the former PNP government as it concentrated on paying off the loan.

How this could possibly affect the rating system remains to be seen.

Following both previous ratings, the agency had also noted that the BBB+ rating is a strong factor in attracting foreign direct investment to the TCI and building confidence amongst its existing business community.

In line with this view, since the PDM assumed government, there has been renewed interest in investing in the Islands, with two new hotels already turning sod for the establishment of high-end, luxury hotels and villas.

Additionally, information has reached this publication of a reinvigoration of interest by investors in a hotel that stalled under

the PNP government.

While these interests are all from hoteliers who are planning to stay within the seven storey height allowed in the country for all buildings, the PDM Government appears to be very hesitant about the proposed 12 storey development that was a hallmark of the PNP. One which they failed in getting

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off the ground during their four years in office, due to a prolonged court battle with local hoteliers.

The S&P review is expected to be out some time soon.

During their visit to the Islands, the S&P team met with a range of politicians, officials and business leaders as part of the annual review process.

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Tourism Minister Ralph Higgs and representatives from the CTO

Minister Higgs awarded for ‘extraordinary contribution’ MINISTER of Tourism Ralph Higgs was given an award at a regional ceremony recognising the top contributors to the industry.

He led a delegation to New York for the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO)’s Caribbean Week 2017 from June 4 to 10.

The annual week long occasion consisted of a series of meetings and events, both public and private.

Organised by the CTO, Caribbean Week in New York brings together the most influential policy makers, marketing professionals and tourism industry officials to interact and discuss both tourism and investment

opportunities in the region.

Minister Higgs was honoured with the Allied Award in recognition of his extraordinary contribution to the sustainable development of the region.

The award was presented during the Caribbean Tourism Awards luncheon among a number of his counterparts, directors of tourism, industry executives including wellregarded journalists.

Commenting on the award Minister Higgs stated: “I am honoured and grateful to the CTO and its members for this prestigious award.

“My love for the tourism industry,

not just in the Turks and Caicos but throughout the region, goes without saying.

“I am happy to continue my contribution as minister to this industry that will continue to be the main revenue earner for many of our small nations.”

Also, a staple and highlight on the calendar of events, was the highly anticipated Caribbean Students Colloquium and Rum and Rhythm Benefit.

Students from the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College captivated the audience with their sustainable tourism project on

climate change.

The Rum and Rhythm Benefit saw three young chefs from the Turks and Caicos Islands entice the audiences with delicious cuisine and flare that can only be experienced in the TCI. The delegation which consisted of Permanent Secretary Cherylann Jones, Director of Tourism Ramon Andrews, Chairman of the Tourist Board Norman Hamilton and Head of Secretariat Mellisa Ariza were able to secure several one on one meetings with top travel magazine Travel + Leisure and Air BnB throughout the week.

In addition, the team were also

able to conclude a site visit of the Tourist Board US office.

The CTO is the Caribbean’s tourism development agency whose members include more than 30 Dutch, English, French and Spanishowned countries and territories, in addition to various private sector allied members.

Their objective is to provide the necessary services and information for the development of sustainable tourism for the economic and social benefit of the Caribbean people.

They are headquartered in Barbados and have offices in New York and London.

Travel company bosses visit the TCI

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE OWNERS and directors of 25 of the top travel companies in the United States, the United Kingdom and South America recently visited the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The travel professionals were invited to the TCI by officials from Grace Bay Resorts and were treated to a cocktail dinner on Grace Bay beach earlier this week.

Chief Operating Officer for the Grace Bay Resorts, Nikheel Advani, explained that this was the first event of its kind in the TCI. He said: “It is the first time that 25 of them have come all together to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“They have hundreds of thousands of travel agents and travel advisors that actually sell this island

[Providenciales].

“Over the years they have become very fond of this ‘Beautiful by Nature’ Turks and Caicos.”

The trip also served as an educational opportunity, where students had a chance to showcase the outer islands of the TCI, added Mr Advani.

“Hon Ralph Highs [Minister of Tourism] and the Director of Tourism, Ramone Andrews’ focus has been the outer islands.

“We wanted to take them to the outer islands, so we took them on a boat. We went to Little Water Cay, we went to Half Moon and we brought students from all the different islands to make presentations and show pictures of their island.

“Everyone was really excited to know that besides Providenciales,

Travel agents visit the Turks and Caicos Islands

there is so much more to see “It really opened their eyes and next time they come back they are going to advise their guests or visitors about the outer islands,” he

said.

One travel agent, Delores Diaz said that she was impressed with the pristine beaches and the beautiful coastline.

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Haitian sloop captured in Turks and Caicos water.

Government pumps more resources into securing borders

BY OLIVIA ROSE IN AN effort to curb the rampant influx of illegal migrants and illicit trafficking to the TCI, the Government will be pumping additional resources into the Ministry of Border Control and the police force.

Speaking on the radio talk show Expressions on June 5 in Grand Turk, Premier Sharlene

Cartwright Robinson expressed her Government’s frustration with the age old human trafficking issue affecting the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The Premier’s remarks came on the heels of the police force’s latest interception of an illegal sloop from Haiti carrying 65 illegal migrants.

Cartwright Robinson speaking on the matter and how her administration

Trevorson Saunders on bail as he awaits new trial

BY DELANA ISLES YET another case of missing court transcripts this week saw a convicted man being granted a retrial.

Trevorson Saunders, who had appealed his conviction and sentencing for aggravated burglary and attempted rape in 2014, is now a free man as he awaits his second trial.

After days of the Crown trying to locate documents that should have been in their possession for provision to the defence counsel and the court in the appeal, the three justices set aside Saunders’ conviction and ordered that a new trial be carried out.

When Saunders first appeared in the Court of Appeal on June 6

with his lawyer, Lara Maroof, the case was adjourned until June 9 as attempts were made to locate files that Maroof brought to the court’s attention.

Saunders was arrested in connection with a 2014 incident in which he is alleged to have broken into a dwelling house in Grand Turk, woken the female resident and attempted to rape her at knifepoint.

However, a fight between the assailant and victim ensued and the woman was eventually able to escape.

Lack of trial documents continues to be an ongoing problem one for the courts when defendants appeal their convictions, in many instances forcing the court’s hand to order a new trial.

intends to grapple with the issue, revealed that her Government is making every effort to combat the problem with a holistic and stern approach.

She said: “I met with Baroness Analey and I did make representation in February to the UK asking for assistance not just in policing our borders but also in providing assistance to the police.

“We had the benefit of the security assessment team here that was appointed.

“They came into the Turks and Caicos, they met with Government, they met with members of the private sector and a case was made on our behalf that was contained in a report at the end of March.

“We do expect to get benefit; we understand that this is difficult for the people of the Turks and Caicos as it is difficult for us as a Government.

“The sad thing about it is that they are people in the Turks and Caicos who are Islanders who are actually benefitting from this trade and it’s not just about human trafficking.”

Harkening back to revelations made by former Premier Rufus Ewing, who disclosed in 2015 that guns and illegal drugs are also coming in on sloops to the TCI, she said: “At the end of the day, no matter what, we need the additional assistance, we need the help.

“We are able to bring in more boats that will be here in short order for the policing of our borders, we’re able to increase the manpower, we are going to move ahead on our border patrol unit.

“There is greater coordination between the different bodies and I do know that the Ministry of Border

Control and Labour is going to have a full sit down with the Marine Branch and see what else can be done with the resources that we have.

“But yes I am still hopefully looking forward for the assistance from the UK in terms of policing our borders.

“Now let me say, no matter how much the Bahamas has pumped into boats and their defence force and even the United States there will always be landings.

“But this level that we’re seeing is unsustainable and it’s something that we’re not going to sit down on.”

STIFFER PENALTIES The Premier has since warned that stiffer penalties will be imposed on anyone caught supporting human trafficking and illegal trade.

She said that anyone caught harbouring illegal migrants could face a hefty fine of $20,000.

Cartwright Robinson added that the summary conviction or term of imprisonment for the offence is four years, while those acquiring status other than by birth convicted of the offence could face their status in the Islands being revoked.

She noted that it is a vexing experience as each time the country’s purse is taxed, and monies that can be used elsewhere for developmental needs are directed towards detention and repatriation.

Turning her attention to her party’s touted 12 point plan which focuses on the safety and security of Islanders, residents and visitors, the Premier noted that the plan is being executed in phases.

She said: “Well the 12 point plan includes a lot for the police force as well as for the Government so there

are different initiatives that the police force has to roll out.

“I can’t tell anyone that the Governor or Commissioner is not open to those plans because it looks at reviewing the force, it looks at providing retention plans and succession plans, it looks at generally the whole prison system but where the Government comes in is providing those resources and I don’t think a lot of people appreciate how much resources we’ve already provided for the police.

“Our role is legislative and our role is providing resources and our role is coming up with policies and the three things mainly that people would’ve heard me speaking too which we are able to do as a Government is to provide the legislative framework that the police will need.

“So right away persons will see in the legislative agenda the legislation that will allow the police to use more modern crime fighting initiatives, biometrics, to use DNA and fingerprinting and other modern crime fighting initiatives.

“We are bringing that legislative support to the police and that is very high on the legislative agenda.

“As well as intercessional communication, data protection, public order - all these sorts of things will help the police in terms of giving them additional crime fighting initiatives and we purchased a building as well to house CCTV. “In this year’s budget we increased manpower next year we’ll be looking at supporting them in a marine base that is near the radar station as well as looking to replace their planes so they’ll be able to do more air patrols.”

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Response to Edith Delancey’s letter Dear Editor, My attention has been drawn to a letter published by you in the latest edition of your newspaper, which purports to be from a person named Edith Delancey.

I have already indicated publicly that I would be ready to meet Ms Delancey if she does indeed exist, but that it is not my practice to respond to letters written under a pseudonym.

As regards comments about myself, that remains my position.

However, ‘Ms Delancey’ makes a wholly unwarranted attack on the current AttorneyGeneral of the Turks and Caicos, Ms Rhondalee BraithwaiteKnowles.

As a public official Ms Braithwaite-Knowles is not in a position to defend herself from such attacks.

Furthermore, as Ms Braithwaite-Knowles is an appointed person who acts on the instructions of the Government including as expressed in Cabinet (which I Chair), I feel it incumbent on me to write to you.

Ms Braithwaite-Knowles acts as the Government’s chief legal officer. She does so with integrity and great conscientiousness and she enjoys my full confidence.

Yours faithfully, John Freeman, Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands

Filipinos in the TCI celebrate their country’s independence

Filipinos celebrate MILLS MUSES their country’s Soul vision of a TCI native independence THE TCI has a soul culture.

People are attached to nature and religion, and this influences their thinking and attitudes.

They pray frequently, their speech invokes references to scripture and they believe prayer can change situations.

They believe in a soul which is all knowing and that it influences them to do good.

As a result, they experience extraordinary events in their waking lives and when they are asleep. And they believe their dreams or visions result from the soul exploring different dimensions.

This is why dreams play an important role in their lives. For many TCIs, dreams or visions are real events with deep meaning for them, although the experiences are sometimes so intense they find it difficult to determine whether an experience is a dream or vision.

Dreams/visions clarify or portray what will happen for whatever purposes, and this is why the culture is filled with references and episodes of this higher soul experience in the form of visions.

Soul vision is represented in the experience of a native who, on one quiet evening, was relaxing on a couch in his friends’ home.

BY DAISY HANDFIELD

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.

No one else was there at the time.

Miraculously, this person suddenly felt overwhelmed by a presence that confined him to the couch.

He could not wrangle free and couldn’t determine whether he was asleep or partially awake.

He remembered gazing towards the kitchen area and to his consternation saw a middle-aged, light-skinned lady washing dishes.

She appeared quite disturbed as if bothered by something.

And try as he may, this TCI native could not get up from the couch. It was as if some force from somewhere was holding him down.

He felt helpless.

Then just as suddenly as the experience came, it left.

When his friends came, he told them what had happened and he was told they often heard sounds at different times in the house and steps

up and down the staircase. They seemed unaffected that something else occupied the house too.

But things got more interesting. A few days later this person shared his experience with an elderly gentleman.

Surprisingly, this gentleman said he knew the lady seen in the soul vision, gave her name, described her exactly and noted that her behaviour was precisely that as described by the individual who saw her in his soul vision.

But she had ‘crossed over’ 40 years before!

Does this mean that if we are sufficiently tuned in, we could have real experiences of the Beyond?

Since it is said we are souls with bodies can we enable our souls to be more at the forefront and so have a life beyond our imagination?

FILIPINOS living in the Turks and Caicos Islands celebrated their country’s 119 anniversary of independence on Sunday (June 11) at Children’s Park in The Bight, Providenciales.

Scores of people drove down to the area to celebrate the country’s milestone and the celebrations were nothing short of a fun Filipino experience.

There were popular dishes available such as pansit (noodles), puto (rice cake), menudo (pork with tomato sauce and vegetables, and some sweets (variants of sticky rice and cold refreshments called halo halo).

Although it was hot, Filipino nationals stayed to catch up with friends.

Since many of the attendees wanted to sing, a karaoke was provided until 7pm and they stayed and sang out their favourite Filipino songs.

During the celebrations attendees also took the opportunity to sign up for membership with the Filipino Community (FilCom) or renew their existing memberships.

According to Alfonso Palatino, who has served as president of FilCom for four years, Filipinos came to the event because they wanted a stronger sense of affiliation with the group.

He said: “I am very pleased with

the turnout of the Filipinos in the celebration of our 119 Philippine Independence Day at The Bight Park.

“This goes to show that in every one of us here, no matter where we are, we still carry our sense of patriotism and love of our country, the Philippines.

“And I personally express my gratitude for the Filipinos who showed up and signed up for the membership in our Filipino Community organisation.

“I thank them for the continued trust, patronage and support to our community’s projects and initiatives.

“This gives me more encouragement and inspiration to carry on the vision and vision of our community, that is, to be of service to the Filipinos and the entire Turks and Caicos Islands community.

“Above all, I thank God for his faithfulness.”

Palatino said the benefits of being a FilCom member, for a $25 annual membership fee, are assistance with consular needs with the Philippine Embassy in Washington DC, funeral assistance for a member who loses a family member, assistance with labour disputes, and the right to vote.

FilCom has been given recently its fourth consecutive Environmental Stewardship Award from the Government and was a finalist at TCHTA’s Allied Member of the Year in February.

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Jamell Robinson and Yolande Robinson, founders of Learn and Lead Educational Centre; Dr Denise Braithwaite-Tennant, IHC chief of medical services, and Douglas Moore, IHC chief of clinical services

Early childhood board book which will be given to parents

TCI Hospital launches ‘Literacy Begins at Birth’ initiative

BY DAISY HANDFIELD PARENTS and care givers are being encouraged to incorporate language and literacy development in their child’s daily routine.

Learn and Lead Educational Centre has partnered with TCI Hospital to launch the ‘Literacy Begins at Birth’ project.

Every baby delivered at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre and later Cockburn Town Medical Centre on Grand Turk, will receive literacy and language tips along with an early childhood board book, which parents are encouraged to read to their little ones.

A press conference was held at the Providenciales healthcare facility on Wednesday (June 14) to explain the initiative.

Yolande Robinson, founder of Learn and Lead Educational Centre, said that parents and caregivers should be more intentional and targeted in their literacy and language intervention during this critical period.

She said: “Children acquire the tools for language and literacy before learning how to speak, read and write.

“There is a higher likelihood of language improvement if a child is exposed to more vocabulary and utterances, which will improve

both their receptive and expressive language over time.”

Commenting on the partnership, TCI Hospital chief of medical services, Dr Denise BraithwaiteTennant said that a literate country is an empowered country.

“Even math problems start with a problem statement and one must clearly understand and comprehend the statement prior to attempting the numeric calculation.

“The majority of births delivered at our health care facility are recorded at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

“We have an immense opportunity to engage mothers in our care and provide these basic tools for literacy

and language development.”

Braithwaite added that today’s world is so heavily dependent on electronics and the missing component is the human touch and the bi-directional conversation.

She said that mothers of all nationalities will be empowered by this book provided by Learn and Lead Educational Centre, which encourages children from birth to have an interest in reading, which today seems to be a lost art.

Staff at Learn and Lead Educational Centre believe that it is important for people to take a more proactive approach to language and literacy development in the Turks and

Caicos Islands.

Research worldwide outlines the need for quality early childhood home learning environments in order to help build stronger literacy foundations for children between birth and five years of age.

Children in the Turks and Caicos Islands typically begin formal education at the age of three.

The greatest amount of brain growth occurs between birth and age five.

In fact, by age three, roughly 85 percent of the brain’s core structure is formed.

Problems associated with literacy later in life are traced back to the earlier years of life in many cases.

COMMENTARY

The challenges ahead THERE are two political stories circulating out there.

Most believe the TCI will retain the PDM administration for the foreseeable future. The competition has self-destructed.

Some say they are disappointed because change is not happening fast enough.

Can a thoughtful humble God fearing government straighten out the devil’s 13 year mess in 13 weeks or 13 months? It could take 13 more years.

Back in the day it took the first four years of the Taylor administration to balance the budget of four years of Washington Misick.

This time we had the six years of Mike Misick and four years of Rufus/Washy to overcome.

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

We also have three years of something called the ‘interim administration’.

Governors Wetherell and Todd.

We admit Governor Gordon met a massive Misick/PNP debt and distorted political expectations.

We also admit he faced the consequences of hurricanes Hanna and Ike. However, he had the 65 million people of Britain and its parliament

to back him up. Unfortunately for us it was a British progressive, liberal Labour government until May of 2010.

In May 2010 the SIPT pounced after being funded by the new Tory British government.

Now swvwn years later we still await a legal conclusion.

In my opinion this is the first PDM government that is fuelled by the proceeds of its own making, the

1995/2003 PDM government.

Those long 13 years in between were interesting but added up to nothing but ‘the mess’.

We all expect the current PDM government to set policies for growing jobs, creating a proper productive education system and establishing a real immigration policy that will benefit the TCI and grow our population.

Grow with folks who want to be the TCI’s contributing citizens not illegal bush hiders.

It is easy to call for change but bringing change is not easy.

We have a system that can work but those in power must take action.

This time we are not speaking of only our internal government but the Brits. They are in charge of our police and border control, our courts and none other than our civil service.

In the police force the British have experimented with outside leaders with weak results. The courts under the last three Attorney Generals prove again, bad choices.

This leaves us with the civil service. Our civil service is underpaid, overpopulated and under supervised.

The one civil service bright spot is the practical head. Our own Deputy Governor Anya.

The ball is clearly in her court.

Will our lady Premier and lady Governor work together to ‘fix’ the civil service?

It may take drastic steps.

Steps that cannot be handled by our official two year governors from the British Isles who are only passing through to rubber stamp what is put before them.

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TCI celebrates the Queen’s official birthday MEMBERS of the UNIFORMED services, schools and youth organisations took part in a parade for Her Majesty the Queen’s official birthday on Saturday (June 10).

The annual event took place on the Parade Ground in Grand Turk in front of several dignitaries including Governor

John Freeman.

The parade featured representatives from the police, staff from HM Prison, customs and immigration officials, firefighters, the Ex-Serviceman Legion, Boy Scouts, Girl Guides and Pathfinders.

It was accompanied by music from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force

band and concluded with a royal salute.

The Governor presented long service awards to key members of the uniformed services in recognition of 18, 25 or 30 years of service to the Crown.

A press release from the Governor’s Office said: “Governor Freeman took time to speak with leaders and members of the

various uniformed youth organisations which participated in the parade.

“His Excellency even got a short tour of one of the Emergency Medical Services’ newest ambulances.”

Monday (June 12) was a designated public holiday in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Pupils prepare for life after school

BY DAISY HANDFIELD PROFESSIONALS from various fields spoke to students at the TCIPS Comprehensive High School during their annual career day event.

The initiative was held on the school grounds in Providenciales on Tuesday (June 13) with an aim to prepare school leavers for their immense journey through college or university.

As for those who are heading straight into the working world it helped to serve as a tool to assist with their success, following graduation.

TCIPS principal Daniel Morgan elaborated on some of the courses available for students at the school.

He said: “We have food and nutrition [course], we have clothing and textile [course] and we have information technology and electronic document preparation and management, commonly known as

EDPM. “So, all these areas give the students an opportunity to have hands-on in all the activities, so when they leave here they can be well rounded and they can make significant contributions to our society.”

Laughton Lewis, teacher of electrical and electronics technology at the school, who also spoke to the children during the career day event, explained that he tries to use a more hands on approach with the students.

“What we tend to do usually is to teach the theory and then bring in the practical, so they can realise the theory in the practical.

“I have recognised that the students hate theory. When I first started out with them, they were not so receptive of electrical technology and even becoming an electrical engineer.

“Most of them said that they

Students at the TCIPS Comprehensive High School participate in the exit readiness programme

wanted to be an accountant or sit in an office somewhere.

“When they started realising that they could actually make things and make things come alive, it motivated

them a lot and some students are even changing their ideas as it relates to careers.”

Lewis said that although the students have shown an increased

interest in their future, there needs to be more support to give them the push they need to be more proactive about pursuing careers in the TCI.

DDME hosts hurricane preparedness culinary cook-off

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THREE groups of students from the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College participated in the second annual hurricane season culinary cook-off.

The event was held on Tuesday (June 13) at the Providenciales branch of the college and was hosted by the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME), in collaboration with the school.

The theme for the initiative was, ‘Do you know how to cook a nutritionally balanced meal with limited food sources?’

Group One and winners of the competition told media that they had prepared for the competition before it began so they already had in mind how they were going to execute their ideal meal.

Director of the DDME, Dr Virginia Clerveaux, explained that her goal was to ensure that the students were properly equipped in case a natural disaster occurs.

She said: “We have been doing various public education campaigns, so we wanted to begin focusing on the health.

“As the famous saying goes, ‘the health of a nation is very important’ and we wanted to ensure that we have a healthy population that can assist, and not just with the response effort, but also in the recovery effort.”

Judges for the event were Chief of Medical Services at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Dr Denise Braithwaite Tenant, nutritionist Tamika Handfield and local chef Nikita ‘Chef Nik’ Skippings.

Dr Braithwaite Tenant said that she views the initiative as very important.

“This is a very good initiative.

This initiative is very useful, especially for myself, being a mother who is often wondering what to cook if power goes off.

“I think that this is a very good opportunity to showcase to the public some of those delicious yet nutritious meals that you can cook with non-perishable items. So, I really do like it.”

Chef Nik, head judge and culinary ambassador for the TCI, noted that in the future he wants to see more food being cooked on charcoal grills because there is always a chance of not having electricity during hurricane season.

Judges and the winners of the culinary cook-off

He said: “I would have liked to see some cold stoves [charcoal grills] involved because remember that during a hurricane season there

might not be any electricity and most of the amenities that we are used to in terms of preparing food is not available to us.

“I think next year we are going to have the charcoal grills. We are going to allow it to be more challenging for our participants in this event.”

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Volunteers clean up the beach

Young people learn to swim

Volunteers clean up trash as part of World Oceans Day

Kids learn how to swim on World Ocean Day

BY OLIVIA ROSE FOURTEEN children had the thrilling opportunity to learn basic swimming skills as part of World Oceans Day. The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) hosted a swimming and beach cleanup initiative to bring awareness to the day’s significance.

The third annual ‘Learn to swim’ initiative was assisted by the Turks and Caicos Swimming Federation and the Edward C Gartland Youth Centre on June 8.

The training equipped students with the necessary skills and knowledge needed to enjoy swimming in both a pool and the sea.

Roxann Wake-Forbes, director at the Edward C Gartland Youth

Centre, said: “Members of the centre were able to take advantage of this great opportunity and had an amazing time whilst being educated on the importance of World Oceans Day. “A huge thanks to Amy Avenant, DECR and TCI Swim Federation and all of the instructors for taking the time to do this programme.”

In Grand Turk World Oceans Day was observed by giving back to the ocean through a beach and water clean-up.

More than 40 participants took to Governor’s Beach to assist DECR staff in the clean-up, during which 109 garbage bags were filled and disposed of.

DECR’s Deputy Director Ethan Griesbach said: “It was really exciting to celebrate World Oceans

ANNOUNCEMENT

Daniel (Mike) Simmons It is with a heavy heart that the family of Daniel (Mike) Simmons of Lorimers, Middle Caicos and the Cayman Islands inform you that after a courageous battle, Mike passed away early on Monday, 12th June 2017 at the age of 81.

Mike will be missed by his children, family, and friends. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, 24 June 2017 at 10 a.m. at The Lions Centre, 905 Crewe Road, George Town, Grand Cayman and internment will be at the Dixie Cemetery, North Church Street, George Town.

Mike is survived by eight children, Italia Simmons-Fox, Dr. Kim Simmons, Meggan Simmons, Sandra Simmons-Francis, Dr. Eryka Simmons, Kenya Simmons, Paul Simmons and Ann Christian; grandchildren Mike and Jessica Fox, Chris and Melody Christian; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Day and to see the overwhelming support from the public and local businesses.

“We look forward to continuing these partnerships, in order to keep the ocean and shoreline free of waste.”

The oceans cover about twothirds of the surface of the Earth and are the very foundations of life.

They generate most of the oxygen

that humans breathe, absorb a large share of carbon dioxide emissions, provide food and nutrients and regulate climate.

They are important economically for countries like the Turks and Caicos Islands that rely on tourism, fishing and other marine resources for income and serve as the backbone of international trade.

Unfortunately, human pressures, including overexploitation, illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing, destructive fishing, as well as unsustainable aquaculture practices, marine pollution, habitat destruction, alien species, climate change and ocean acidification are taking a significant toll on the world’s oceans and seas.

PNP launches membership drive with family fun day

BY DELANA ISLES LAST Saturday (June 10) the Progressive National Party (PNP) held its first family fun day and membership drive, since becoming the Opposition.

And on Thursday, leader of the Opposition, Washington Misick expressed his party’s thanks to those who showed up for what he deemed “a most successful” event.

Misick noted that the purpose of the event was to promote camaraderie and citizen engagement, a direct consequence of which was the launch of the party membership drive.

He stated that the membership drive is an appeal to all who support the ideals of the party.

“It seeks to broaden the range and participation of those who align themselves with the party, and offer an opportunity to affirm that relationship by becoming a card-carrying member of the party qualifying one to hold office in the party.”

The June 10 fun day was the first in a series of events planned by the social committee for the rest of the calendar year across the various communities within the Turks and Caicos Islands.

And the party leader has extended a special invitation to the electorate to become engaged in the decisionmaking and operation of the PNP through formal membership and active participation.

Misick further stated that the PNP is aware of the contrasting complex

socio-economic challenges of race, culture, education, status and economic opportunities that in some instances have resulted in the marginalisation of Turks and Caicos Islanders.

Adding: “The PNP has always been and will continue to be committed to empowerment and social inclusiveness by working to improve the opportunity, and dignity of those disadvantaged for whatever the reason.

“To that end we invite all who share our dreams of a more just

society (one in which the welfare of the masses trump that of the individual, one in which change is more than a cliché) to join us.”

He also stated that “a promise without commitment is nothing more than a falsehood” and that his party commits, promises and delivers.

“Ask the others what has changed in the last six months,” he added.

Further information can be obtained from the party office at Progress House on Airport Road, Providenciales.

Public invited to agriculture open day MORE than 13 exhibitors will showcase items during the Department of Agriculture’s inaugural Agriculture Open Day on Friday (June 23).

The initiative will be hosted at the Butterfield’s parking lot in Providenciales from 10 am to 3pm under the theme, ‘Eat what you grow. Grow what you eat.’

Among the participants will be farmers exhibiting local produce and products, local businesses selling agriculture items, departments and organisations that support agriculture and some schools who will showcase their school gardens.

The event is a part of the departments’ drive to grow and strengthen the agriculture industry in the TCI.

The event will provide an environment for farmers to exhibit and sell their products, raise awareness of the level of agricultural activity, and inform the public of the different services being offered by the Department of Agriculture.

It will also sensitise the general public to agriculture best practices and the need to engage in food production, and encourage students and the younger population at large to become more involved and aware of the role of agriculture in society.

Finally it will foster collaboration between the Department of Agriculture, farmers, and support agencies, and give public, private agency and stakeholders the opportunity to seize investment opportunities.

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HEALTH 

By Turks and Caicos Islands Diabetic Association

What is diabetes?

IN PEOPLE with diabetes, blood glucose levels are higher than normal because the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use insulin properly.

The body needs insulin to turn the food we eat into energy.

There are three main types of diabetes, but other rare types also exist.

TYPE ONE DIABETES Type one diabetes is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin because the cells that make the insulin have been destroyed by the body’s own immune system.

The missing insulin has to be replaced, resulting in life-long daily injections.

While type one diabetes can and does occur at any age, it usually

develops in childhood and affects 10 to 15 percent of all people with diabetes.

Symptoms can include excessive thirst and urination, unexplained weight loss, weakness, fatigue, irritability, muscle cramps, blurred vision, skin infections and slow wound healing, and in some cases, tingling or numbness in the feet.

The exact cause of type one diabetes is not yet known, but we do know that it is not caused by a poor diet or lack of physical activity.

Presently nothing can be done to prevent or cure type one diabetes.

TYPE TWO DIABETES With type two diabetes the pancreas makes insulin, but it does not work as well as it should and upsets the balance of glucose in the body.

Type two is the most common

HEALTHY AGING:

form of diabetes, representing approximately 90 percent of people with diabetes in Australia, and is the result of a combination of both genetic and environmental factors.

Type two diabetes can be delayed and even prevented in up to 60 percent of cases by adopting a healthy diet and active lifestyle.

Symptoms are similar to those of type one diabetes, although some people with type two diabetes do not have any symptoms at all.

For others, the first indication may be a complication of diabetes such as a heart attack, vision problems or a foot ulcer.

GESTATIONAL DIABETES Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that occurs in around five percent of pregnancies, and is diagnosed when higher than normal

Maintaining your mobility Maintain your mobility as you age with these stretches and exercises Over the years, you can develop habitual ways of using your muscles to move and position yourself.

Poor posture and a lack of flexibility may be the result of limited stretching and improper body alignment.

With age, your muscles naturally tighten which can lead to poor posture and back pain.

So, if you’re an older adult, it has never been more important to incorporate stretching and exercise into your daily routine in an effort to aid in good back health.

You may already be doing stretches, but as you age it’s important to modify your stretch to minimise your chance of falling while performing them.

Here are three safe techniques older adults can utilize to keep limber: UPPER BODY STRETCH Stand slightly further than arm’s length from a wall, facing towards it

blood glucose levels appear for the first time during pregnancy.

While maternal blood glucose levels usually return to normal after the birth of the baby, there is a known increased risk for type two diabetes in the future for the mother and baby.

Women with gestational diabetes often have no symptoms, which is why it is important for at-risk women

to be tested at the proper time during pregnancy.

JOIN US TODAY!

Turks and Caicos Islands Diabetic Association tcidiabeticassociation@gmail.com 241-7601 Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of every month at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre at 6pm.

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

BY Dr Craig Zavitz

Dr Zavitz will be on Grand Turk on Sunday, June 18, and Providenciales on Monday, June 19, to Saturday, June 24. Call or text 347-8964 to arrange an appointment. with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Lean forward placing the palms of your hands against the wall, facing upwards.

Slowly walk your hands up the wall until they are above your head, focusing on keeping your back straight.

Repetition: Hold the position for 10 to 30 seconds. Slowly walk your hands back down the wall. Repeat at least three to five more times2.

LOWER BACK STRETCH First, lie on your back with your legs together, knees bent, and feet flat on the floor.

Try to keep both arms and shoulders flat on the floor throughout the stretch.

Keeping knees bent and together,

slowly lower both legs to one side as far as you comfortably can.

Repetition: Hold position for 10 to 30 seconds. Bring legs back up slowly and repeat toward other side. Continue alternating sides for at least three to five times on each side.

ANKLE STRETCH Sit securely towards the edge of an armless chair with your legs stretched out in front of you.

With your hands holding the sides of the seat of the chair for support, keep your heels on the floor while bending your ankles to point your toes to the sky.

Repetition: Hold the position for 10 to 30 seconds then release. Repeat three to five times.

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CARICOM clamping down on returning ISIS fighters A CO-ORDINATED CARICOM clampdown concerning returning Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTFs)— including targeting their assets— is in the works.

In the next three weeks, CARICOM leaders will move to finalise plans for a CARICOM arrest warrant regarding FTFs and sharing of recovered assets, as well as regional anti-terrorism legislation.

The latter will be based on T&T’s proposed anti-terrorism legislation.

The matters are proposed for signature at CARICOM’s upcoming July summit in Grenada. Prime Minister Keith Rowley chairs CARICOM’s Security Committee.

CARICOM Secretary General Irwin La Roque and National Security Minister Edmund Dillon spoke about the developments on Monday at a CARICOM CounterTerrorism Strategy conference.

Stakeholders all stressed the need for an urgent Caribbean anti-terrorism thrust.

“The question for the region (on terrorism) isn’t a matter of ‘if’ but ‘when’,” Dillon warned.

IMPACS executive director Francis Forbes said Impacs and the US are tracking “several hundred” from the Caribbean and South American who’ve gone to the Islamic State (ISIS) terror network.

Forbes said 200-plus CARICOM nationals have travelled to ISIS territories—fighters and families— and 130 are being tracked as alleged FTFs. Exact means of recruitment wasn’t clear, but all belonged to close personal networks.

“I kept trying to yank my hand back and the last time I yanked he (the shark) had cut it clean off so I was able to actually get free,” Tiffany Johnson said after the attack.

Shark bites off tourist’s arm in the Bahamas It was revealed that 200-plus CARICOM nationals have travelled to ISIS territories; and that 130 are being tracked as alleged Foreign Terrorist Fighters.

Several returning FTFs are being actively monitored by regional law enforcement agencies, he added.

This week’s conference at the Hyatt, hosted by CARICOM’s Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS), involved CARICOM stakeholders plus experts from the US State Department, Interpol and Europe.

Dillon said main security concerns for the region posed by terrorism include the FTF phenomena – persons travelling from this region to regions of conflict, and their subsequent return.

Also at issue is the increasing influence of radical clerics and radicalised Isis sympathisers in CARICOM states, the growing volume/accessibility of terrorist

group propaganda on-line and via peer-to-peer networks; and the potential exploitation of the banking system to fund terrorist networks.

Forbes noted calls had been made by Caribbean -born FTFS (in Isis’ Dabiq magazine) for home turf attacks. He said returning FTFs hold battlefield expertise and the potential for “lone wolf” attack and can spread radicalisation. He also noted the “push” such influence can have on transnational crime.

La Rocque, who said no country was immune to terrorism, added CARICOM’s July summit will discuss the draft plan for the region concerning a CARICOM arrest warrant and sharing of recovered assets of FTFs.

AN American woman is scheduled for surgery on Friday in preparation for the fitting of a prosthetic arm after a shark attack in the Bahamas two weeks ago left her without part of her right arm.

Tribune 242 reports that the woman was snorkelling in waters near Athol Island around noon on June 2 when the attack took place.

She was transported to shore and taken to hospital where she was detained in serious condition.

North Carolina residents Tiffany and James Johnson were reportedly enjoying the last stop of their cruise vacation when the mother of three encountered the shark while snorkelling in a shallow reef.

“I wasn’t in pain, it just felt like I had bumped into something so I just casually turned to my right to look to see and that’s when I was face-toface with the shark,” Tiffany Johnson

told WSOC. She recalled seeing the shark’s mouth clamped onto her right arm.

She struggled with the beast for a few minutes before it tore her arm off.

“I kept trying to yank my hand back and the last time I yanked he had cut it clean off so I was able to actually get free,” Johnson told the news station.

Her husband jumped in to help when he heard her scream, and she was helped ashore and rushed to hospital.

Doctors in the Bahamas stopped the bleeding and administered emergency treatment, but her return to the United States was said to have been delayed because of passport and customs issues.

A medical evacuation company reportedly eventually agreed to cover the flight cost to Carolinas Medical Center.

Bahamas: Jet ski operator allegedly sexually assaults Canadian woman A CANADIAN woman was allegedly sexually assaulted by a Jet Ski operator near Paradise Island on Monday afternoon, according to police.

The incident took place shortly after 1.30pm on a cay near Cabbage Beach.

Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police Stephen Dean said the victim alleged that a male Jet Ski operator took her on a ride from Cabbage Beach to a cay off Paradise Island where he allegedly sexually assaulted her.

An employee of the Atlantis resort who was on the beach shortly after the alleged incident told The Tribune he saw the woman, who appeared to be in her late 20s crying and shaking in the sand.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said the woman could

barely speak when he saw her on Cabbage Beach.

“I work on the beach and I saw the lady earlier—she was walking on the beach around 11am and then she went with this guy on the Jet Ski. About an hour or so later, she came back and there was a crowd of people around her, she was crying real loud and shaking,” he said.

“I went over there and she was saying she was raped. She thought I was the security and she told me that he (a Jet Ski driver) raped her,” the hotel employee claimed. “She said she told him she didn’t have any money and he said the ride was free so she went with him. She claimed he took her to either Rose Island or Sandy Cay and raped her. She even said he left the condom right there on the beach and then he brought her back and took

off. This guy doesn’t normally work around here, he comes once in a while but the normal operators don’t like him because he has a bad reputation.

He has been accused before of groping a woman on the beach. Something happened to her, she was shaking and crying. It’s a shame these men who don’t work over here are giving the Jet Ski operators who normally work here a bad reputation.”

Last year, amid allegations of rape against those in the water sports industry, The Cove at Atlantis warned its guests against renting Jet Skis on Cabbage Beach, adding that doing so is “at your own risk.”

A copy of a letter to guests of The Cove - one of the Atlantis resort’s hotel brands – noted: “We are also concerned about your safety and security and are therefore obligated

to bring to your attention a matter related to the use of the beach.”

The letter told guests that water sports operators are not associated with the hotel and their industry is “minimally regulated.”

In March this year, the US Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC) cautioned US citizens travelling to the Bahamas for spring break to “avoid Jet Ski operators” because these individuals “continue to commit sexual assaults and other crimes against tourists, including US citizens.”

The OSAC also cautioned US Embassy personnel not to use Jet Ski rentals on New Providence and Paradise Island, including Cabbage Beach and Cable Beach.

The department also “strongly” recommended they “avoid patronising Jet Ski rental operations.”

Last year, a 29-year-old Jet Ski operator was remanded to prison without bail after being charged with the sexual assault of a 24-year-old woman on Athol Island sometime on Saturday, January 2, 2016.

As a result of that incident, the US Embassy in Nassau also “prohibited” its employees from using Jet Ski rentals in Nassau.

In December 2015, police arrested a Jet Ski operator in connection with an alleged sexual assault of a female visitor. That incident allegedly took place at Cabbage Beach.

In 2014, an American woman claimed she had developed posttraumatic stress disorder following an encounter near Paradise Island with Jet Ski operators who allegedly tried to sexually assault her.

(Tribune242)

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Bermuda police investigate “disturbing” voice note regarding sudden death of former minister

Mike Simmons, centre, was born in the TCI. He first moved to the Bahamas and then to the Cayman Islands in 1956.

Cayman Islands: Businessman Mike Simmons dies BUSINESSMAN Daniel ‘Mike’ Simmons, who was also one of the founding shareholders of Cayman National Bank, passed away on Monday at the age of 81.

Mr. Simmons was among the pioneers of the infrastructure development of the Cayman Islands in the 1960s. He went on to open a number of businesses and restaurants on Grand Cayman.

Mr. Simmons was a charter member of the Lions Club of Grand Cayman.

Originally from Turks and Caicos, Mr. Simmons moved to the Bahamas and then to Cayman in 1956.

Sybil Joyce Hylton, one of Cayman’s first social workers, was his locally adopted mother.

One of Mr. Simmons’s good friends, Alfonso Wright, said many of the projects the Lions Club got involved with to help people in need were through her [Ms. Hylton’s] connection with Mr. Simmons.

“As a boy growing up, I always knew who Mike Simmons was … it was a rather popular name around the place,” he said.

He said Mr. Simmons came into his life when Mr. Wright became a charter member of the Leos Club of Grand Cayman around 1974. Right away, Mr. Simmons became someone he looked up to, he said. From day one, he became one of his mentors and in spite of the age difference, they became close friends.

POLICE in Bermuda, already probing the circumstances surrounding the sudden passing of a former tourism minister over the weekend, have now also launched a full investigation into the circulation of a voice note which includes “disturbing” and false information about the death.

Independent legislator and former member of the One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) Shawn Crockwell was “found in an unresponsive state” at his home last Saturday evening and was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene. Police say initial reports suggest no foul play, but they will conduct an inquiry.

On the heels of the news, a 21-second audio recording which described the supposed circumstances surrounding Crockwell’s discovery and his condition began circulating on social media.

And in a statement issued on Monday, police said the person whose voice was in the recording had been identified.

“It has been confirmed that the voice on the recording belongs to a member of the Bermuda Fire and Rescue Service (BFRS). Accordingly, the matter has been referred to the Chief Fire Officer who has initiated an internal investigation,” it said, adding that “the contents of the voice note are disturbing in that they make sensational and speculative

One Bermuda Alliance (OBA) Shawn Crockwell was “found in an unresponsive state” at his home last Saturday evening and was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene.

comments about the scene that are not true”.

Chief Fire Officer Reginald Lloyd Burchall said this “serious issue” is being fully investigated.

“First responders are required to operate at the highest levels of competence and sensitivity. Our firefighters are well trained and answer calls around the island every day, professionally, and in keeping with our expected high standards.

Where that standard is not met or some breach occurs, we act swiftly to ensure that public confidence in the BFRS remains high,” he added.

After Crockwell’s death, his best friend, business partner and fellow Independent MP Mark Pettingill said in a prepared statement that he “had suffered for some time with bouts of ill health”.

“I realise that many people are stunned by his passing and are questioning the cause. Having his confidence, as I did, and given communications between us in the hours before this tragedy, I must accept that his struggle with his health led to this escape,” he said Pettingill also released a statement on Crockwell’s family’s behalf, asking the public to stop speculating about the circumstances under which he died and to await the outcome of the inquiry into his death. They also asked for their privacy to be respected.

Crockwell, a father of three and an attorney by profession, was a tourism minister in the OBA government before he quit the Cabinet in March last year, citing a loss of confidence in Premier Michael Dunkley, and left the party in July.

Earlier this month, he had indicated that he would vote against the OBA in a vote of no confidence which was expected to be moved by Opposition Leader David Burt last Friday, but that did not materialise as Parliament was dissolved the day before and elections called for July 18. (Caribbean360)

Jamaica police to hit volatile communities as murders soar Janelle Edwards, 25, died after she was found unconscious in her car on Bellamy Loop in the Bronx due to complications from plastic surgery she had in the Dominican Republic. (FACEBOOK)

Bronx mom dies after botched plastic surgery procedures she received in DR THE never-ending search for beauty ended tragically for a Bronx mother who died of complications from a series of plastic surgeries she got in the Dominican Republic, police sources said Saturday.

Janelle Edwards, 25, was found unconscious in her car on Bellamy Loop near Co-op City Blvd. in Co-op City at 8:10 p.m. Thursday, sources said.

Her parents found her slumped behind the wheel and called police.

Edwards died 30 minutes later at

Montefiore Medical Center’s Albert Einstein Hospital — where she once worked, according to a Facebook post, sources said.

“We found her in the car unresponsive,” her grieving mother Marjorie Edwards, 57, told the Daily News. “We don’t know what happened.”

An initial autopsy on Saturday was inconclusive as more tests were ordered, but a doctor told detectives that Edwards died of a blood clot caused by her recent surgeries, police sources said.

WITH a record number of 628 murders so far this year, including 54 homicides in one week, Jamaica’s top cop is deploying security officers to crime hotspots to arrest the recent spate of crime.

Police Commissioner George Quallo told reporters the situation is frightening, as he reported that the figures so far this year include 45 killings which claimed 100 lives.

“There were 37 double murders, six triple murders and two quadruple murders. This underscores a high level of wantonness and brutality,” the police commissioner lamented.

Quallo, who took office just last month, pointed out that most of the bloodshed was happening in volatile communities and he blamed gangs for more than half of the murders.

But he says the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) will be stepping up its enforcement of antigun and gang legislation and the special powers provision legislation as it mounts an all-out offensive in

There were reportedly 37 double murders, six triple murders and two quadruple murders in the 628 killings so far for 2017 in Jamaica.

troubled communities.

“This will allow for cordons and searches, curfews and detentions for preventative and investigative purposes,” he underscored.

But even as the JCF launched its new offensive, the Police Commissioner suggested the judicial system had to get its act together.

He bemoaned that while police were successfully completing their

investigations and getting witnesses to testify at trial, it was taking as long as seven years for some matters to be ventilated before the law courts.

“If this trend continues, the 967 persons we arrested for murder last year and the 284 we arrested up to June 10 this year are not likely to face trial until 2024,” Quallo lamented, noting that this often led to cases being dismissed.

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Macron says ‘door remains open’ to UK remaining in EU until talks end FRENCH President Emmanuel Macron says “the door remains open” for Britain to change its mind about Brexit, after talks with Theresa May in Paris.

Mr Macron threw out the olive branch, even amid rising EU anger about the delays to the exit talks – which he said should be “launched as soon as possible”.

“Of course the door remains open, always open until the Brexit negotiations come to an end,” the President said, when asked if Britain could yet stay in the EU. Mr Macron said it was not for him to say whether the decision should be questioned. “Once the negotiations have started we should be well aware that it’ll be more difficult to move backwards.”

Alongside him, the British Prime Minister dodged a question about whether she would pursue a “softer” Brexit after her election setback, insisting there was a “unity of purpose” in the UK about leaving.

And she refused to respond to John Major’s warning of the danger of violence returning to Northern Ireland if she strikes a deal with the Democratic Unionist Party, to prop her up in Parliament.

Instead, on the withdrawal talks, Ms May claimed: “I confirmed to President Macron that the timetable for the Brexit negotiation remains on course and will begin next week.”

However, in Brussels, it was reported that the British delegation

Tim Farron said he could no longer reconcile his strong Christian faith with his responsibilities as leader of a liberal party.

French president Emmanuel Macron held talks with Theresa May this week in Paris.

was unable to say on what date it wanted the talks to start when asked to do so by Michael Barnier, the European Commission’s chief Brexit negotiator.

Almost certainly, they will not get underway next Monday as Ms May had promised repeatedly during the election campaign.

On whether the terms of Brexit would now change, the Prime Minister said only: “I think there is a unity of purpose among people in the United Kingdom.

“It’s a unity of purpose, having voted to leave the EU, that their Government gets on with that and makes a success of it, and we are committed to developing a deep and special partnership with the EU.” Intriguingly, Mr Macron’s

comments came just hours after Wolfgang Schäuble, the powerful German finance minister, sent out an identical message – saying the UK would find “open doors” in Brussels if it decided not to leave the EU. In an interview with Bloomberg TV, Mr Schäuble said: “The British Government has said we will stay with the Brexit. We take the decision as a matter of respect. But if they wanted to change their decision, of course, they would find open doors.”

On Northern Ireland, Ms May insisted her Government was “absolutely steadfast” in its commitment to the Irish peace process after Sir John’s dramatic intervention, warning that a DUPTory alliance would put fragile agreements at risk.

Majority Whip Scalise shot by now dead GOP hunter A GOP-LOATHING gunman turned a ballfield into a bloody battlefield, critically wounding the House majority whip in a Virginia shooting spree that targeted two dozen Republicans.

Scores of bullets tore across the diamond Wednesday morning as lone shooter James Hodgkinson appeared behind the third-base dugout and opened fire as lawmakers took batting practice for a charity baseball game.

Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.) remained in critical condition after a bullet to the hip knocked him flat near second base in the Alexandria, Va., ballpark.

The relentless attacker left Scalise, 51, bleeding in the dirt before he wounded three other victims on the hot and humid morning, authorities said.

“He had a lot of ammo,” said one politician.

Hodgkinson was killed by

James Hodgkinson was killed in a wild gun fight with police.

A witness said he was carrying lots of ammo.

multiple police bullets, ending the furious five-minute fusillade, with a wounded member of Scalise’s security team firing one of the fatal shots at 7:14 a.m.

“A ferocious gun battle,” said Alexandria Police Chief Michael

Brown. “Quite frankly, it was not only chaotic. It was a combat situation.”

Authorities said Hodgkinson acted alone, and offered no guesses at his motive. But the hard-core left winger was a constant, vociferous critic of both the Republican Party and President Trump.

Rep. Brad Wenstrup, a former Army combat surgeon in Iraq, said the brutal and unexpected attack caused some flashbacks.

“You never expect a baseball field in America to feel like being back in a combat zone in Iraq,” said Wenstrup. “But this morning it did.”

Witnesses said Hodgkinson fired as many as 50 shots, though FBI officials would not confirm those accounts.

Rep. Chuck Fleischmann (R-Fla.) recounted how he and his colleagues, along with the son of Texas Rep. Joe Barton, clambered into the first-base dugout — only to realize the spot offered zero protection.

Farron quits as Lib Dem leader over clash between Christian faith and politics TIM Farron has said he is to step down as leader of the Liberal Democrats, less than a week after the election.

In a statement, he said he was “torn between living as a faithful Christian and serving as a political leader”.

He said he should have dealt “more wisely” with questions relating to his faith during the election campaign, including his views on gay sex.

Possible successors include former ministers Sir Vince Cable, Jo Swinson, Sir Ed Davey and Norman Lamb.

Church leaders praised Mr Farron.

The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby said he was “honourable and decent”.

The acting Bishop of London, Pete Broadbent, said “no-one should have to choose between their faith and politics” and it was “deeply regrettable” he felt the need to quit.

In a hastily-arranged statement, and surrounded by his close colleagues, Mr Farron insisted his decision to step down was voluntary and that he retained the support of his party, which he had been proud to lead for nearly two years.

But he said he could no longer reconcile his strong Christian faith with his responsibilities as leader of a liberal party.

“The consequences of the focus on my faith is that I have found myself torn between living as a faithful Christian and serving as a political leader,” he said.

“A better, wiser person may have been able to deal with this more successfully, to remain faithful to Christ while leading a political party in the current environment.

“To be a leader, particularly of a progressive liberal party in 2017 and to live as a committed Christian and to hold faithful to the Bible’s teaching has felt impossible for me.”

He said he was passionate about defending the rights and liberties

of people who believed differently to him, but said he had been the “subject of suspicion” because of his own beliefs.

While questions about his faith were legitimate, he said they “distracted” from the party’s election campaign.

During the campaign, he was asked repeatedly in media interviews to clarify his views on gay sex but did not, to begin with, answer directly.

He later insisted that he did not believe it was a sin and that, while he believed political leaders should not “pontificate on theological matters”, it was right to address the subject as it had become “an issue”.

Earlier on Wednesday, shadow home affairs spokesman Lord Paddick himself quit, citing concerns about Mr Farron’s “views on various issues”.

As the party does not currently have a deputy leader, Mr Farron will remain in place while an election is held to choose his successor.

Mr Farron succeeded Nick Clegg in 2015 after the party’s disastrous election result, in which it lost nearly 50 seats.

Having not served in the coalition government, he positioned himself to the left of Mr Clegg and sought to rebuild the party at grassroots level.

The party increased its tally of seats from nine to 12 at last week’s election, but its vote share fell from 7.9% to 7.4%.

They were hoping to make significant headway on the back of a pledge to hold a second EU referendum.

Despite winning back seats in the south of England lost in 2015, and making gains in Scotland, the party’s national performance was patchy.

It lost its last remaining seat in Wales, Mr Clegg was defeated in Sheffield, and 375 of the party’s candidates lost their deposits after getting less than 5% of the vote.

(BBC)

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Fatalities expected to rise in Grenfell Tower fire

Robert Mueller is overseeing the investigation into Russia’s alleged meddling and any Trump links.

Trump-Russia inquiry: President’s ‘possible obstruction to be probed’ US President Donald Trump is being investigated by special counsel Robert Mueller for possible obstruction of justice, the Washington Post reports.

Citing unnamed officials, the newspaper says three senior intelligence officials have agreed to be interviewed by Mr Mueller’s investigators.

Mr Trump’s lawyer said the FBI’s leak to the newspaper was “outrageous”.

Mr Mueller is overseeing an FBI inquiry into Russia’s alleged meddling the 2016 US election and any Trump links to it.

President Trump has repeatedly denied any collusion with Russia, describing the ongoing inquiry as a “witch hunt”.

Post described the decision by Mr Mueller to investigate President Trump’s own conduct as a major turning point in the investigation, which until recently focused on the Russian angle.

Quoting the officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, the newspaper said Daniel Coats, the

director of national intelligence, Mike Rogers, the head of the National Security Agency, and Richard Ledgett, until recently Mr Rogers’ deputy, agreed to be interviewed by investigators.

The newspaper said this could happen as early as this week.

The unnamed officials told the newspaper the obstruction of justice investigation began just days after President Trump fired former FBI director James Comey on 9 May. Before the sacking, Mr Trump had sought and received assurances from Mr Comey that he personally was not under investigation.

However, Mr Comey has since suggested that Mr Trump attempted to get him to shut down the investigation into his former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn.

Mr Flynn was fired in February for failing to reveal the extent of his contacts with Sergei Kislyak, the Russian ambassador to Washington.

The White House has denied it put pressure on Mr Comey. (BBC)

At least a dozen people have died in a west London tower block fire and the number of deaths is expected to rise, police have said.

Firefighters rescued 65 people from Grenfell Tower in north Kensington, after they were called at 00:54 BST. Witnesses said people were trapped in the tower block, and that some jumped from windows in an effort to escape.

Theresa May said there would be a full investigation and “if there are any lessons to be learned they will be”.

It is understood that “several hundred” people would have been in the block when the fire broke out, most of them sleeping.

The tower had around 120 flats. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

BBC reporter Sarah Corker said firefighters were working through the night to dampen the fire - with flames still visible, more than 24 hours after the blaze began.

She said crews using an aerial platform were going “floor by floor” shining lights into the building.

The ambulance service said 68 patients were taken to six hospitals across London, with 18 in critical care. A further 10 patients made their own way to hospital.

But many more people are unaccounted for, and loved ones have appealed on social media for information.

Among them is 12-year-old Jessica Urbano Ramirez, 66-year-old retired lorry driver Tony Disson, and security guard Mo Tuccu, a British national from Eritrea.

Eyewitnesses said they saw lights - thought to be mobile phones or torches - flashing at the top of the block of flats.

Trapped residents came to their

At least a dozen persons have been killed by the fire.

windows - some holding children.

One witness said a baby was caught by a member of the public after being dropped from the tower block.

Commander Stuart Cundy, of the Metropolitan Police, said: “Sadly I can confirm that there are now 12 people that have died that we know of.

“I do anticipate that the number of fatalities will sadly increase beyond those 12.”

London Fire Brigade Assistant Commissioner, Steve Apter, said there were “still pockets of fire yet to be extinguished in places particularly difficult to reach” but “almost all” of the building had been searched.

Checks have been carried out on the building and it is not in danger of collapsing, London Fire Brigade said.

Paul Munakr, who lives on the seventh floor, managed to escape.

“As I was going down the stairs, there were firefighters, truly amazing firefighters, that were actually going upstairs, to the fire, trying to get as many people out the building as possible,” he told the BBC. He said he was alerted to the fire

not by fire alarms but by people on the street below, shouting “don’t jump, don’t jump”.

Eyewitness Jody Martin said: “I watched one person falling out, I watched another woman holding her baby out the window... hearing screams.

“I was yelling at everyone to get down and they were saying ‘We can’t leave our apartments, the smoke is too bad on the corridors’.”

Michael Paramasivan, who lives on the seventh floor with his girlfriend and young daughter, said he ignored official advice to stay in your home.

“If we had stayed in that flat, we would’ve perished. My gut instinct told me just to get the girls out. I wrapped the little one up because of the smoke and I just got them out.”

Another resident, Zoe, who lives on the fourth floor, said she was woken by a neighbour banging on her door.

“The whole landing was thick with smoke. The smoke alarms weren’t going off but the way it spread so quickly from the fourth floor, all the way up to the 23rd floor was scary.”

Amid diplomatic crisis Pentagon agrees $12 billion jet deal with Qatar AMID the ongoing diplomatic crisis between Qatar and a number of its Gulf neighbours, the US has agreed to sell $12 billion worth of American F-15 fighters to the country.

“Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis met today (Wednesday) with Qatari Minister of State for Defense Affairs Dr. Khalid alAttiyah to discuss concluding steps in finalising the Foreign Military Sales purchase of US-manufactured F-15 fighter aircraft by the State of Qatar. The $12 billion sale will give Qatar a state of the art capability and increase security cooperation and interoperability between the

United States and Qatar,” Pentagon spokesman Lt. Col. Roger Cabiness told CNN in a statement.

“The secretary and the minister also discussed mutual security interests, including the current status of operations against ISIS, and the importance of de-escalating tensions so all partners in the Gulf region can focus on next steps in meeting common goals,” Cabiness added.

The sale of US combat aircraft represents a major signal of US support for Qatar as it faces regional isolation and the severing of travel and trade links.

The announcement comes after a week of somewhat mixed messages from the Trump administration regarding the spat between Doha and number of Arab nations.

After three Sunni Gulf countries -- Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the UAE -- along with Egypt moved to cut off diplomatic ties with Qatar, host to the one of the Pentagon’s largest military bases in the Middle East and a linchpin in the fight against ISIS, President Donald Trump seemed to back the move, saying last week that Qatar had to do more to combat the funding of terrorism.

“The time had come to call on Qatar to end its funding,” Trump said.

But other officials in the administration including Secretary of State Rex Tillerson have called for the situation to be deescalated and on Wednesday while appearing before the House foreign affairs committee Tillerson played down any suggestion the President is on a different page stating: “there is no daylight between he and I” on the issue of Qatar.

Speaking to the House armed services committee Monday, Mattis called the diplomatic situation “very

complex,” acknowledging the large US military presence and close USQatar military relationship.

“We’ve obviously got shared interests with Qatar ... I will admit it’s not tidy but it’s something we’ve got to work together on,” Mattis later added.

The Qatari defense ministry issued a statement Wednesday celebrating the F-15 deal.

“This agreement underscores the longstanding commitment of the State of Qatar in jointly working with our friends and allies in the United States,” al-Attiyah said in the statement.

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Entertainment Grande to get honorary citizenship of Manchester ARIANA Grande is to get honorary citizenship of Manchester under plans put forward by the city council.

The council is proposing a new system to recognise outstanding contributions to the city.

The US singer is in line to be the first recipient for organising the One Love Manchester concert in aid of victims of the bomb attack at her gig, in which 22 people died.

An event to mark “selfless acts” after the blast is to be held, too.

Under the proposals for the new scheme, honorary citizenship of Manchester could be granted to those from outside Greater Manchester.

Council leader Sir Richard Leese, said many people would already consider Grande to be “an honorary Mancunian”.

He said: “This seems a fitting moment to update the way we recognise those who make noteworthy contributions to the life and success of our city.

“We’ve all had cause to be

Oprah Winfrey said she would never run for public office.

Oprah is definitely not running for president Ariana Grande is seen by many as “an honorary Mancunian”, says the leader of Manchester City Council.

incredibly proud of Manchester and the resilient and compassionate way in which the city, and all those associated with it, have responded to the terrible events of 22 May - with love and courage rather than hatred and fear.”

He said Ariana Grande had “exemplified this response”.

Some 50,000 people went to the One Love Manchester concert at Old Trafford on 4 June, which raised

almost £3m for victims of the Manchester Arena attack.

Salman Abedi, 22, detonated a home-made bomb in the arena’s foyer at the end of Ariana Grande’s concert.

Manchester City Council has also announced it would hold an event later this year to recognise the “great many selfless acts and demonstrations of community spirit in the aftermath of the atrocity”.

GO ahead and toss your Oprah Winfrey for president bumper stickers.

Winfrey is unequivocally shutting down speculation that she might throw her hat into the political ring.

During a podcast with The Hollywood Reporter, the media mogul was asked about the possibility of challenging President Donald Trump in 2020.

“I will never run for public office,” Winfrey said.

In 2015, Trump told ABC’s George Stephanopoulos that Oprah would be his dream running mate.

“I think we’d win easily, actually,” Trump said. “I like Oprah. I mean, is that supposed to be a bad thing? I don’t think so.”

Trump also teased a presidential run during an appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” in 1988.

Winfrey told THR she doesn’t know if she’d win in a race against Trump, but that doesn’t matter.

Grammys to use online voting in attempt to increase participation from younger members AFTER several years of criticism for being out of touch, the Grammy Awards is attempting to draw in younger members.

The Recording Academy will eliminate paper ballots and move to online voting for the 2018 show.

“We work diligently to ensure we’re keeping up with our everchanging industry and team up with music people year round, across all genres and disciplines, to make sure we are doing everything we can to support the creative community,” Bill Freimuth, senior vice president of awards for the Recording Academy, said in a statement.

The move comes amid complaints from music fans and musicians alike that the voting results haven’t reflected industry culture.

Last year, Adele, who swept the top categories, said on stage that Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” should have won Album of the Year instead of her own “25.”

In 2014, Macklemore apologized after his “The Heist” album won best rap album over Kendrick Lamar’s “Good Kid M.A.A.D. City.”

“You got robbed. I wanted you to win. You should have,” the “Thrift

Malcolm-Jamal Warner played Theo Huxtable on the Cosby Show.

Malcolm-Jamal Warner becomes a father

Last year, Adele, who swept the top categories, said on stage that Beyoncé’s “Lemonade” should have won Album of the Year instead of her own “25.”

Shop” rapper texted Lamar after the award show.

“It’s weird and sucks that I robbed you. I was gonna say that during the speech. Then the music started

playing during my speech, and I froze. Anyway, you know what it is. Congrats on this year and your music. Appreciate you as an artist and as a friend. Much love.”

WHILE Malcolm-Jamal Warner’s TV dad is waiting to see whether he’s headed to the Big House, we’re told that “Cosby Show” son Theo Huxtable has himself become a father.

“I am elated over Malcolm’s new child,” says Phynjuar Thomas, a friend of Warner’s whose daughter Michelle Thomas dated the actor and played his girlfriend on “The Cosby Show” from 1988 until 1990. Warner was

by Michelle’s side when she died of cancer in 1998 at the age of 30.

Phynjuar and Warner have stayed friends.

“I love him,” she says, adding that the baby is about a week old.

“I hope they name the baby after me. Phynjuar is a beautiful name.”

We’re told that the mom is an attorney from Bridgeport, Conn., and that she and Warner are “very much in love.”

While this is Warner’s first child, he’s been in several serious relationships, including his courtship with Michelle Thomas. Warner later dated his “Cosby Show” cast mate Karen Malina White for nearly eight years before spending two years with Emmy winner Regina King.

Warner admitted in 2014 that he once had a crush on his “Cosby Show” co-star Lisa Bonet, but nothing became of it.

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Tensions rise as Cosby jury struggles to reach verdict AS deliberations in Bill Cosby’s sexual assault trial continue into a fourth day Thursday, nerves are frayed, patience is shot and no one is certain when it will all end.

Some jurors appeared angry, the judge sounded exasperated and accuser Andrea Constand’s mother broke down in tears Wednesday.

The sequestered jury has been at it for more than 27 hours since getting the case Monday, pausing a half-

dozen times to revisit key evidence, including Cosby’s decade-old admissions that he fondled Constand after giving her pills.

The 79-year-old star arrived at the courthouse Thursday morning for the start of yet another day of jury talks.

The panel has given no indication that it’s deadlocked.

Judge Steven O’Neill seemed vexed at times as the court staff struggled to answer the jury’s

Andrea Constand is seen arriving to testify for Bill Cosby’s sexual assault trial last week.

requests. One batch of requested testimony hadn’t even been transcribed yet.

But when jurors asked to stop for the day Wednesday night, O’Neill was effusive with praise — encouraging their diligence as they weigh charges that could put the

Cosby in prison for the rest of his life.

“This is an incredible jury that has just acted with incredible dignity and fidelity,” O’Neill said. “I don’t have any higher praise. You have taken your task so seriously.”

Cosby is charged with three

counts of aggravated indecent assault. Each carries a maximum 10year prison term, though the counts could be merged at sentencing if he is convicted.

The case has already helped demolish his nice-guy reputation as America’s Dad.

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June 17 - 23, 2017

“Family Guy” will pay tribute to Adam West, who starred as the Mayor in the series, on Sunday.

‘Family Guy’ to honour Quahog Mayor and Batman actor West on Sunday “FAMILY Guy” plans to honor late Batman actor Adam West this Sunday by re-airing a recent episode of the show featuring his character, Mayor West, winning an auction for a medieval-themed restaurant, Entertainment Weekly reported.

The episode, titled “The

Dating Game,” will begin with a tribute message to the star, who died last Friday at 88 following a short battle with leukemia.

Fox had originally planned to broadcast a different rerun titled “Passenger FattySeven,” which first aired in January. “Family Guy”

concluded its 15th season last month and is currently running old episodes.

West, who rose to fame as TV’s Batman in the 1960s, portrayed a comically clueless version of himself on “Family Guy” who served as Mayor of the fictional town of Quahog, Rhode Island.

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Planet Earth: Iguana chase scene was not faked, says BBC THE BBC has denied claims awardwinning series Planet Earth II faked a nail-biting scene showing a baby iguana being chased by racer snakes.

Reports on Wednesday suggested more than one iguana was actually filmed, with scenes then stitched together.

But the BBC has said only one animal was chased by the snakes with other iguanas only filmed for close-ups.

The scene quickly went viral when it was aired last year and later won a Bafta for must-see moment.

The iguana hatchling, filmed in the Galapagos, eventually got away - much to viewers’ relief.

The Daily Mail claimed the episode was embroiled in a “fakery

row” after producer Elizabeth White told the Media Production Show: “It wasn’t the same iguana, no, and often we have to augment it with other clips.

“Unfortunately lizards, snakes and iguanas aren’t good at ‘takes’.”

But the BBC defended the Sir David Attenborough-fronted programme, with a spokeswoman saying: “The BBC strongly refutes any suggestion that the awardwinning iguana v snakes sequence was ‘faked’.

“The final iguana chase in which one iguana escapes the snakes was unusually for natural history filming - shot using two cameras, allowing us to follow both the individual iguana and the snakes’ point of view.

People rooted for the iguana as it tried to escape the snakes in the tense clip.

“What was captured in the field was extraordinary animal behaviour which had never been witnessed or filmed before.”

She added: “As is common in natural history film-making, pickup shots were filmed separately - for example close-ups of iguana eyes -

to make the story of the sequence as clear as possible for the audience.

“This is absolutely in keeping with the norms of natural history film-making - and absolutely in line with the BBC’s editorial policy guidelines, and was a true representation of animal behaviour.”

Other BBC nature documentaries have previously been accused of faking footage. Frozen Planet, also fronted by Sir David, showed footage of newborn polar bear cubs in a den with their mother in 2011 - but it was filmed in an animal park, rather than in the wild.

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Science & Technology Broccoli compound could help treat type 2 diabetes Some people don’t like to eat their vegetables, but for obese people with type 2 diabetes, broccoli could hold the key to slowing, and potentially reversing, the disease, according to a new study.

Scientists used both computational and experimental research to zero in on a network of 50 genes that cause symptoms associated with type 2 diabetes. They also located a compound called sulforaphane — which is found naturally in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbages — that could turn down the expression of those genes, according to the findings, published today (June 14) in the journal Science Translational Medicine.

In the study, the scientists gave sulforaphane to obese patients, in the form of a concentrated broccoli sprout extract. They found that it improved the patients’ systems’

ability to control their glucose levels and reduced their glucose production — two symptoms of diabetes that can lead to other health problems, including coronary artery disease, nerve damage and blindness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

“It’s very exciting and opens up new possibilities for the treatment of type 2 diabetes,” Anders Rosengren, an assistant professor at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, told Live Science. [Science You Can Eat: 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Food] Type 2 diabetes, the most common form of diabetes, affects more than 300 million people globally. For those with the disease who are obese, the excess fat in the liver makes the body less sensitive to the hormone insulin, which can make it difficult for the organ to help regulate blood sugar levels. Normally, insulin, which is produced by the pancreas,

stimulates the liver to pull glucose out of the bloodstream and store it for later use.

People with type 2 diabetes are usually advised to change their diet to help control their blood sugar levels. “Lifestyle changes are at the core of type 2 diabetes treatment but often need to be complemented with drugs,” Rosengren said.

Currently the main treatment option is the drug metformin. But not every person who needs it can take it. About 15 percent of type 2 diabetes patients have reduced kidney function and taking metformin can increase their risk for lactic acidosis, an unhealthy build-up of lactic acid, which can cause abdominal discomfort, shallow breathing, muscle pain or cramping, and tiredness.

About 30 percent of patients who take metformin develop nausea, bloating and abdominal pain.

Finding an alternative to

In the study, the scientists gave sulforaphane to obese patients, in the form of a concentrated broccoli sprout extract. They found that it improved the patients’ systems’ ability to control their glucose levels and reduced their glucose production.

metformin was one of the team’s objectives. But there was also general frustration in the clinical community that research labs were having a difficult time developing new anti-diabetic compounds, Rosengren said.

One challenge is that researcherslooking to develop new drugs have traditionally studied single genes or individual proteins. But diabetes is much more complicated than that. It involves a large network of genes, so the scientists had to find

a new, systematic approach that took a holistic view of the disease.

Study leader Annika Axelsson, a doctoral student at Gothenburg, and her colleagues began by analyzing liver tissue from diabetic mice who were raised on a “Western diet” containing 42 percent fat and 0.15 percent cholesterol. After several tests, the scientists identified 1,720 genes associated with hyperglycemia, a condition in which an excessive amount of glucose circulates in the blood.

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Science & Technology Eating fried potatoes doubles your risk of early death, study says Apparently, death by French fry could happen to you if you’re not careful.

People who eat fried potatoes more than twice a week double their risk of an early death when compared with people who avoid this crunchy treat, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Even though it goes without saying that fried potatoes aren’t health food, Nicola Veronese, who authored the study, told CNN there has previously been very limited scientific research on the issue.

“Even if it is an observational study, we believe that the cooking oil, rich in trans-fat, is an important factor in explaining mortality in those eating more potatoes,” Veronese told CNN, adding that trans fat has been shown to raise the “bad,” or LDL, cholesterol in the blood, which can lead to

Receptionist PwC in the Caribbean is an integrated network of firms with a culturally diverse marketplace, and a mix of international business, private company and government clients that promise you a career-enriching experience. Our teams work hard every day to help our clients succeed by navigating change, improving their operations, growing their business, and delivering value to their customers.

We are currently accepting applications for a Receptionist to support the Turks & Caicos Islands along with the Caribbean region.

People who eat fried potatoes more than twice a week double their risk of an early death when compared with people who avoid this crunchy treat, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

cardiovascular disease.

Not surprisingly, National Potato Council CEO John Keeling hit back, telling CNN the “study isn’t relevant to the general population” since it was collected for an

osteoarthritis study and only surveyed people with arthritis.

Keeling went so far as to say “it is very much a stretch to brand fried potatoes, or any other form of potato, as unhealthy.” (WCPO)

Critical attributes of this position include: a positive, proactive “can do” attitude and excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills. Attention to detail, the ability to handle multiple priorities and flexibility to adapt to changing demands and deadlines are essential.

PRIMARY FUNCTION - RECEPTIONIST

• Greet external and internal guests in a professional and courteous manner • Responsible for answering a multiline Cisco switchboard and directing calls in an efficient manner, while exercising good judgement • Manage courier deliveries and pick-ups; and arrange meeting room space and catering

OTHER DUTIES - FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

• • • • •

Review all incoming invoices and code for processing and forward for payment Prepare for signature and send bank drafts, wire transfers, and bank deposits Track cash receipts, disbursements and direct deposits for the territory Set-up clients and contracts; raise invoices and follow-up on accounts receivables Draft standard and non-standard documents as requested to the Firm’s brand standard using MS Office • Assist with client confirmation process • Maintain office supplies, coordinate office and equipment repairs as directed • Other ad hoc tasks that will enhance the effectiveness of the team

CAPABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

Surgeons successfully took out the affected section of the patient’s colon, along with its huge poop accumulation.

Constipated since birth, man now freed of 28 pounds of poop after surgery A 22-year-old Chinese man didn’t have an easy life. He suffered constipation since being born, with laxatives offering only minor relief.

Recently, doctors in Shanghai worked to remove 30 inches of his massively swollen colon, getting rid of almost 30 pounds of feces he accumulated over his lifetime.

The man, who remains unidentified, looked like he was nine months pregnant, according to Dr. Yin Lu from Tenth People’s Hospital of Shanghai.

“It looked like it could explode at any time,” he said.

But the three-hour operation was worth it: surgeons successfully took out the affected section of the patient’s colon, along with its huge poop accumulation.

The man was also seen to be very weak when he was admitted to the facility, barely talking and with abdomen so swollen that the skin stretched until shiny. His subcutaneous veins too were already badly inflamed.

For most people, consuming more fiber does the trick to get

“unclogged.” But his case was different: he sought relief from laxatives all his life but to no avail. Laxatives are believed to only work if one’s intestines are working properly.

Furthermore, his parents did not believe it was a serious condition, so the patient never received the necessary medical help early on.

The man suffered from Hirschsprung’s disease, a congenital condition characterized by poor bowel movements due to portions of the bowel missing a number of nerve cells.

• Strong client service focus in dealing with both external and internal clients, displaying an image of professionalism, integrity and tact • Excellent judgement and strong problem solving skills; exercising discretion when dealing with confidential information • Effective listening skills; excellent oral and written communication skills • Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities with limited supervision • Proficiency to work within MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Confidence in ability to work in a highly technical and ever changing work environment • Adaptable and able to work within tight deadlines, demonstrating flexibility • High school diploma or the equivalent experience • Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience working a corporate environment • Preference given to those candidates with professional services, financial and/or industry experience • Flexibility to work overtime when required Salary Range: $25,000 - $30,000 Belongers: Only need apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume to the attention of the Regional Talent Acquisition Manager @ caribrecruting@ky.pwc.com on or before June 28, 2017.

Application Deadline: 28th June 2017 ABSOLUTELY NO TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.

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Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

Must have thorough knowledge in the floral business with 3-5 years experience.

Call: 231-3788

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CALL 649 231-3788

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ADVERTISEMENT Principal of the Susanna Wesley Christian Academy

DELLA COLLYMORE GRAND TURK

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Applications are now invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the post of Principal of the Susanna Wesley Christian Academy in Grand Turk. This is a senior professional position which has responsibility for the administration of the daily operations of the primary school. The job holder is required to manage the schools operations, supervise staff and students, ensure the appropriate instruction and discipline of the student body and manage the school’s finances where applicable and its supply inventory.

Salary: $100 per week Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 232-5157

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

;;To include all aspects of customer service, car parts, sales and dealing with e-mail correspondence pertaining to car reservation. ;;Candidate must have English language O ’level standard ;;Must know how to use Quick books ;;Should also be willing to work weekends and holidays. ;;Salary is commensurate with experience

CONTACT TELEPHONE # 946-5300

14902

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in education with a specialty in administration or relevant management qualification. A teacher’s certificate or diploma is essential.

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The position requires no less than 5 years in the education field. Experience working in a multi-grade setting would be an asset.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

VACANCY

Applications must be submitted to, Chairman of the Board of Management, Grand Turk Methodist Church, Mission Folly, Grand Turk, on, or before , June 20, 2017.

14893

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES Is looking for a

Financial Controller RESPONSIBILITIES:-

• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

• Develop, implement and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.

• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organizations are met.

• Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit with the approval external auditor.

• Document and maintain complete and accurate information for all financial transactions.

• Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy.

Prepare annual budgets. Manage the bookkeeping function, using the Simply Accounting Package, including maintenance of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures as required to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure.

• Recommending ways of cutting costs.

• Working with all departments to help make financial decisions.

• Monitoring the performance of the department, contributing to decisions regarding financial strategy.

• Preparation of monthly financial statements.

• Settings up accounting systems for new businesses.

• Implementation and monitoring of internal controls.

• Inventory monitoring controls.

REQUIREMENTS:-

• Completion of a recognized accounting designation with minimum 3-5 years’ qualifications experience.

• Computer skills proficiency, knowledge of Point of Sales and knowledge of counter point.

• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills to evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations on business issues.

• Well develop written and oral communications skills • Ability to work in a team environment.

SALARY: - Depending on experience.

Please forward resume to: Discount Liquors/The Wine Cellar FAX: (649) 946-4871 OR EMAIL: INFO@WINECELLAR.TC NO PHONE CALLS

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

14902

Marketing Communications Executive PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB

To execute the campaigns necessary to maintain the company’s image in marketing communications, including but not limited to advertising, collateral development and internet marketing. Also, to coordinate the communications with key external stakeholders such as advertising & production agencies and other internal customers.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare creative briefs, and liaise with advertising agencies, production houses and producers to execute campaigns deliverables.

• Coordinate internal stake holders’ communication needs, messaging and timelines.

• Draft messages and manage the approval process between internal stakeholders.

• Coordinate activities of internal graphic artiste by assigning tasks and timelines.

• Maintenance of marketing content on websites.

• Administrative support which involves quotation requests and contract filing.

• Coordinate photo shoots and TV production ensuring proper representation of the brand.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR JOB:

• First degree in marketing or a related field • Two or three years marketing experience • Excellent writing and communication skills • Creativity and willingness to work on own initiative • Ability to work under pressure with strong attention to detail • Good administrator • Word, PowerPoint and excel proficiency • Average understanding of design • Proficient in graphic design • Copywriting • Average understanding of artwork production with the ability to modify layered files • Proficient in using all Social Media channels and Analytic tools • Average to advanced skills in the production/distribution of multimedia via: o Final Cut Studio o Adobe After Effects o DVD authoring programs

DEADLINE:

APPLICANTS MUST FORWARD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME FOR THE ATTENTION OF THE DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES TO HRTCI@DIGICELGROUP.COM. THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS JUNE 22, 2017.

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ALL SAINTS THE BAPTIST CHURCH BIGHT

JERRY JENNINGS

JP TAILOR SHOP

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

BLUE HILLS

Is seeking to employ a

THE BIGHT

LABOURERS

CHOIR DIRECTOR Salary: $6.25 per hour

LONG BAY EXPRESS LONG BAY

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary; $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 941-8111

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14874

NANNY TAILOR Salary: $250.00 per week. Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

14841

M&J BEAUTY & NATURAL CLEANING SERVICES Is seeking to employ a

JANITOR

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 341-0080

CONTACT: 241-5942

CONTACT: 345-3825

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

MARGUERITE ST. VICTOR STORE

MICHELE’S CONSTRUCTION

14852

GRAND TURK

14842

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ

DUTIES: • Must perform all task giving by manager or supervisor such as: cleaning, lifting, cutting • Must be able to read and write English • Must have a clean police record • Good communication skills Salary $6.25 per hour DROP OFF ALL APPLICATIONS TO 1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES BEFORE CHINSON’S RESTAURANTS OR EMAIL: FRANTZ@ GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM OR TELEPHONE: 649-441-8515 14855 THESE POSITIONS IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL

MICHELLE ROBINSON Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

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

Contact: 347-1672 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14872

14882

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Contact: 346-5876

South Dock

Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT; 941-4739 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14885

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT; 331-8346 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14880

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN OR AN UNDERSTUDY The Atrium Resort in Providenciales has an immediate opening for a qualified Belonger to fill the position of “Electrical Technician” or an Understudy.

The successful candidate must have a minimum of 10 years experience in a Resort environment and is expected to possess the experience and skills to conduct the following:

GRACEBAY CAR RENTALS/BC-CS Is seeking the following

• Maintain all aspects of electrical and electronics vital to the operations of the resort • Ability to understand and read blueprints, instruction manuals, and follow electrical diagrams • Rough in and install 3 phase high voltage and low voltage lines including installation of electrical panels, plugs, switches, lights, fans and any electrical devices • Ability to program and maintain fire alarm systems (NFPA 72 certificate is essential) • Maintenance of diesel generator, transfer switch, fire pump and related emergency circuits • Automization and controls for pumps and motors • Understand functionality principals of electrical meters and collect readings from electrical and water meters • Collect, analyze, and summarize data and trends of the resort’s technologies • Installation, maintenance and repairs of elevators, CCTV & security systems, electronic safes, locks, card access system, appliances (fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer), in-room electronics, satellite TV equipment, VOIP equipment, Internet/local area networks (including Cisco POE smart switches, Linksys routers, POE devices and RJ-45 connectors) • Consistently update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations • Be available to attend to any emergency calls 24/7

RENTAL AGENT Rental Agent is required to handle enquiries involved with renting vehicles. Must have excellent customer service skills. You will also need good communication skills and a basic understanding of vehicle types.

CAR WASHERS/ LABOURERS procedures • Hose down cars properly and make sure that no trace of soap is left behind • Make sure all accessories taken out of the car is put back before handing the car over to the customer.

QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma • 3- 5 years’ experience Salary $6.25 per hour This position is currently held by a work permit holder

DROP OFF ALL APPLICATIONS TO 1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES BEFORE CHINSON’S RESTAURANTS OR EMAIL: FRANTZ@GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM OR TELEPHONE: 649-441-8515

6 CLEANERS

NEWMOND BUCKLEY

THE ATRIUM RESORT

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

DUTIES: • Must be able to read and write English • Ensure that car windows and doors are properly secure before dusting and washing • Adjust water pressure in hose to ensure that no damage occurs • Mix soap and water in appropriate quantities • Use cloth or sponge to soap car and wash them when completed • Ensure that windscreen is not scratched during the soaping

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

14846

Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Contact: 241-5942. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

ADARA SERVICES LTD.

Salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications /experience.

FOR CONSIDERATION, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT RESUME WITH BELONGER STATUS AND TWO (2) REFERENCE LETTERS TO:

14854

The Atrium Resort, Governor’s Road, Leeward, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Or employment services, Labor Department, Providenciales.

Email: theatriumresort@hotmail.com

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NORWANI PROPERTY SERVICES

ONWARD HAMILTON

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Leeward Highway

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

CONTACT: 946-8289

Is seeking to employ a full time

The applicant must be honest and reliable Please provide at least two references Salary: $6.50 per hour REQUIREMENTS Must be willing to work long hours, weekends and holidays if needed. Must be able to speak English

PLEASE CONTACT: 649-231-1060

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Held by a work permit holder

SALLY-JEAN ASTWOOD

ROSTAND MALCOLM

14847

14886

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Grand Turk

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Must LOVE children.

Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: Based on Experience.

CONTACT: 232-4107

14875

PAPS AIR CONDITIONING, REFRIGERATION & APPLIANCES Is seeking to employ a

AIR CONDITION, REFRIGERATION & APPLIANCE TECHNICIAN

Must have 5 years experience or more in Air condition, refrigeration, chillers and restaurant equipment.

CONTACT INFO: 6492444332/3456682

RELIABLE CLEANING SERVICES

CONTACT: 245-3172

CONTACT: 345-9274

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Willing to work 6 days per week.

MUST be reliable and honest. Clean Police record.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $400 per month

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14865

Is seeking to employ a

Cleaner

Who can work under pressure without supervision and flexible hours? Must be willing to work 6 days per week 6:30 am – 7:30 pm.

Salary: $6.75 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week 6:30 am – 7:30 pm. Serious enquiries only, Belongers need only apply.

RECONCILIATION APOSTOLIC CHURCH is seeking to employ an

ORDAINED MINISTER

2 LABOURER

RODSTON ADAMS/ THE WASH

CAR WASHER

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking:

CONTACT: THE MANAGER @ 649-241-2076 14878

Is seeking to employ a

PHILIPPE VIXAMAR

PELICAN BEACH KENRO GARDINER

Email: proappliance@live. com 14835

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

RELIABLE BUSINESS

SERVICES ON BEHALF OF CLIENTS

LABOURER

Must be a saved and dedicated Christian for over 5 years. Must be willing to do evangelism.

Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: $10 per hour

Contact: 341-1373

CONTACT: 649-245-0361

Salary: $200 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14834

Email: reconciliationapostolicchurch@ hotmail.com 14862

VACANCIES Each company is looking for suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions: WILLIAMS PLAZA

MAINTENANCE MAN GORDON SUPPLY

RECEIVING

CONTACT: 241-4798

14829

CLERK SUNSHINE EQUIPMENT

MECHANIC

Starting Salary $6.25

Resumes can be faxed to 9413425 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

PO Box 329, Graceway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Tel 649 333 5638. Email: director@provoprimary.com | Website www.provoprimary.com

EARLY YEARS, KEY STAGE ONE AND TWO TEACHERS AND TEACHING ASSISTANTS FOR SEPTEMBER 2017 Key Stage One and Two teaching applicants must have an excellent working knowledge of the British National Curriculum Guidelines, holding a teaching degree or PGCE and have QTS status with at least 2 years experience teaching The British National Curriculum.

Certificate, or equivalent and must have experience working with The Foundation Stage British National Curriculum

Early Years teachers must hold an NNEB, NVQ, Early Childhood

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Teaching assistant applicants must have experience working in an Early Years environment and/or hold an Early Childhood Certificate.

TAKE NOTICE that an application has been received under section 80 (a) of the Registered Land Ordinance (Satisfaction of Charges) from Charles W. Misick of 20 Crown Ridge Drive, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands the registered proprietor of the property stated below:

BLOCK: 60505 PARCEL: 158 SECTION: THE BIGHT & THOMAS STUBBS ISLAND: PROVIDENCIALES The application is for the Registrar of Lands to cancel the Collateral Charge endorsed at Entry No. 8 dated the 16th, October 1998 with instrument No. 1135/98 in encumbrances section of Land Register for the above mentioned parcel in favour of Reta Anne Keeler of RA #5, Dunalk Ontario NOC IBO, Canada.

The Registrar of Lands will proceed to cancel the Charge within fourteen (14) days of the date of this notice provided she receives no satisfactory proof that the charge has not been satisfied.

Please send or email letter of application, resume, and contact details together with the names and phone numbers of two referees and a police check to the Director at the above address.

THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS 9TH JUNE 2017

NOTICE OF APPLICATION

Date this 31st day of May 2017

14795

BRANDIE N. ANDERSON (Ms.) REGISTRAR OF LANDS

14869

14868

June 17 - 23, 2017

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WARDS CONSULTANCY

Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of our clients Yoshi’s Sushi Bar, Elite Gaming, Southwind Millwork, Sunset Home and Baby, PJ’s barber Shop, Construction Complete and EY Contractor Who is looking to hire

Downtown

CASHIER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 244-0660 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

June 17 - 23, 2017

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1 DINING ROOM SUPERVISOR 2 BARMAIDS 1 CLEANER 2 LABOURERS 1 NAIL TECHNICIAN 1 COSMETOLOGIST 1 MASON MECHANIC

Salary: $6.00 per hour, $7.00 per hour, $6.50 per hour, $200 per week, $8.00 per hour, $1600 monthly Contact: 345-7212 Wardsconsultancy30@gmail.com

14888

14827

4 K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES

WILMAN CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our client Olem Seide Island Dry Wall Finish. Who is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of our client Paulette Selver Is seeking to employ a

Grand Turk

LEON WILLIAMS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

LINE COOK NEEDED SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Cook eggs and other breakfast items to order to customer’s specification.

Cook lunch and dinner items to order to customer’s specification to include, but not limited to: • Cooking meats to temperature such as hamburgers and steaks • Produce salads, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and other Tex - Mex items that appear on the menu at Somewhere Café and Lounge.

Assist with prepping foods for service by following recipe standards, strong knife skills and proper sanitation to produce high quality food that accurately represents the Café.

Work with other kitchen staff members to

execute food, prioritize steps, and contribute to the overall team atmosphere of the kitchen.

Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in.

Cook on the line, during service in a high pressure environment, executing food to order in an ala minute kitchen according to the ticket in a timely manner.

Be able to stand on ones feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 25 pounds or more without physical restrictions.

Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

Belongers given preference Pay Commensurate with Experience

Is seeking to employ a

Submit resume, certifications and current police record to be considered to: tbayley@somewherecafeandlounge.com or directly to Somewhere Café and Lounge, Coral Gardens Resort, Lower Bight, Providenciales, TCI. 941 8260 14851

Salary: $7.50 per hour

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 4 days per week

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

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 241-7557

TILE LAYER CONTACT: 244-0660 14887

DOMESTIC WORKER CONTACT: 246-2634

14889

L&S CONSTRUCTION

PLUMBER

14897

WANTED A FIBERGLASS HELPER/YARD LABOURER AT CAICOS MARINA AND SHIPYARD

REQUIREMENTS: • Must have proven experience hauling and blocking boats in correct areas on blocks and stands • General understanding of fiberglassing and boat construction • Knowledge of materials and chemicals used in boat repair and cleaning heavily fouled surfaces

• Keen attention to detail • Self-motivated • Ability to work some weekends and holidays Duties Include: - Cleaning the facilities, landscaping, washing boats, strain treatments and removal, pressure washing boat bottoms, sanding and painting boat bottoms using antifouling paint

Application: - Applications must be submitted in writing and delivered by hand to Caicos marina and Shipyard, Long Bay Highway, Providenciales. Prior experience working at a marina would be a plus. Salary paid at an hourly rate of $8.00

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

TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Install and maintain fire alarms, burglary alarms, integrated access controls, including IP Camera Network Surveillance Systems • Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements • Computer and Systems Programing

14896

VACANCIES

Senior Architectural Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 10 years’ experience with fire and burglary alarm systems and IP computer Network Surveillance Systems w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering degree /certificates • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess a valid TCI driver’s license; • Must be able to work with minimum supervision • Must be able to work holidays, on call, and after hours Salary starts at US$30K per annum, based on qualifications and experience.

Applicants must have a minimum of BA (Hons) in Architecture degree, RIBA Part 1 status and 10 years practical experience, with the ability to travel freely throughout the Caribbean, USA and Europe.

Salaries commensurate with experiences.

HOW TO APPLY: • Submit resume with cover letter, employment degree / and training certificates, copy of police record, and colour copy of passport

Qualified applicants please apply in writing to:

All interested applicants should send documents to The Chairman, Spence Security No later than 27 June 2017

P O Box 315, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Tel: 649 946 5911 or email info@swa.tc.

Qualified Belogers only need apply.

14876

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address:spencesecurity@tciway.tc Fax : 941-3027

14863

June 17 - 23, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

STANLEY MITCHELL Grand Turk

THE SALVATION ARMY Is seeking to employ a

THE TRINITY SHOP Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $100.00 per week Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 241-1592 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14831

SALVATION ARMY OFFICER Salary: $250.oo per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week

Contact: 431-6802

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14884

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 341-0929 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14828

HELP WANTED

TROPICANA UPHOLSTERY Is seeking to employ an

Tibor’s Machine Shop is looking to fill the following positions:

INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN CONTACT 941-5802 or EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO ancha@tiborsmachineshop.com.

BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY

14866

TRANSPORTATION OF COLLEGE STUDENTS TO AND FROM THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (“TCICC”) IS SEEKING A PERSON/COMPANY TO PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FOR STUDENTS TO AND FROM THE GRAND TURK CAMPUS.

TERMS THE CONTRACTOR SHALL WITH ALL DUE DILIGENCE AND IN A GOOD MANNER CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING: “PROVIDE TRANSPORTATION FROM LESTER WILLIAMS PARK, SOUTH BACK SALINA, VIA THE COURTS OFFICE, ALONG POND STREET, TO THE CLOCK TOWER AND ON TO HOSPITAL ROAD UP COALBROOKE’S CORNER DOWN TO CRAB TREE CORNER UP LIGHTHOUSE ROAD AND ON TO THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE. TRANSPORTATION IS REQUIRED FROM MONDAY TO FRIDAY BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:30 A.M. TO 9:00 P.M. WITH RETURN TRIPS.”

CONTRACTOR OBLIGATIONS

MECHANIC LABOURER WELDER

Wage: Based on applicants experience and qualifications

CLASSIFIEDS 33

UPHOLSTER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 244-7033 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14873

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

1. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE VEHICLE/VEHICLES OF REASONABLE STANDARD IN GOOD CONDITION SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE COLLEGE AND THE SAID VEHICLE(S) SHALL BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION DURING REASONABLE HOURS AND FOR REASONABLE DURATION. 2. THE VEHICLE/VEHICLES SHALL HAVE A SEATING CAPACITY OF NOT LESS THAN 25 SEATS TO ALLOW FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF AT LEAST 100 STUDENTS EACH DAY AT SPECIFIED TIMES BETWEEN 8:30 A.M. AND 9:00 P.M. 3. THE VEHICLE/VEHICLES SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH AN APPROPRIATE SIZE FIRE EXTINGUISHER AND FIRST AID KIT AND SHALL ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE(S) TO BE USED ARE REASONABLY COMFORTABLE IN ALL RESPECTS TO THE STUDENTS. 4. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL EXERCISE REASONABLE CARE IN THE TRANSPORTATION AND CARRIAGE OF THE STUDENTS AND SHALL NOT ACT IN ANY MANNER WHATSOEVER AS TO RECKLESSLY AND / OR NEGLIGENTLY ENDANGER THE LIVES OF THE STUDENTS.

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5. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT EACH STUDENT TRAVELING ON THE BUS HAS A VALID BUS PASS DULY ISSUED BY THE TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE. 6. ALL DRIVERS SHALL BE FULLY LICENSED AND EXPERIENCED AND SHALL HAVE CURRENT POLICE RECORD WHICH SHOULD BE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION UPON REQUEST BY THE COLLEGE.

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING MANAGER Engineering Design Services (EDS) is seeking an experienced qualified professional to fill the post of a Structural Engineering Manager.

Minimum Qualification:

THE CONTRACTOR IS DUE TO COMMENCE ON THE 28TH AUGUST 2017 AS DETAILED IN THIS CONTRACT AND IS VALID UNTIL JULY 13TH 2018.

EVIDENCE OF INSURANCE

• Tech Dip Eng in Structural or Civil Engineering • Member of International Engineering Institution or equivalent

Minimum Experience:

• 15 years in Construction Project Management • 10 years AutoCAD Experience at a High Design and Drafting Level • Experience in Disaster Engineering, Rapid Response Repair and Remedials • Experience in Project Management Software • Experience in Project Costing and Planning • Experience in Engineering Quality Control, Concrete, Asphalt and Masonry • Testing and Monitoring Interested applicants should contact Peter Kerrigan via email: pjkeds@tciway.tc with current CV or Drop off at EDS Ltd. located at La Vista Azul, Unit # 11, Providenciales, TCI. Only Belongers need apply.

7. IT IS A CONDITION OF THIS CONTRACT THAT THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLES, FUELS AND OILS. MAINTENANCE, CLEANING AND ALL COST AND CHARGES ASSOCIATED WITH THEM FOR CARRYING OUT THE WORK IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR.

14860

THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF COVERAGE FOR COMPREHENSIVE INSURANCE AGAINST LIABILITY FOR INJURIES TO STUDENTS OR OTHER THIRD PARTIES THAT MAY BE INCURRED IN THE COURSE OF THE PROVISION OF THE TRANSPORTATION SERVICE TO THE COLLEGE.

PAYMENT

The Contractor, subject to satisfactory service, shall be paid in monthly instalments.

The contractor will not be paid for school vacations -Easter, summer and Christmas.

School Semesters this year are as follows: August – December (First Semester) January – May (Second Semester) May – July (Summer Semester) As this is a Service Contract no advance payment will be made.

Interested persons should apply to The Chairman of the Board of Governors, Thru: The President of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, no later than June 30th 2017.

14830

34 CLASSIFIEDS

THE HELP DESK

VAN’S TIRE SHOP

(241-7734)

FIVE CAYS ROAD – INDUSTRIAL DRIVE

Act on behalf of its clients.

COXCO

Is looking for a:

FINISHING CARPENTER SUPERVISOR

Leeward, Providenciales Must have at least 15-20 years experience and worked on high-end projects. Salary starts at $12.00 per hour.

2 TIRE MAN

PAYLESS WAREHOUSE LTD

LABOURERS

POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD

BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. Only Belongers need apply.

Is seeking to employ a

STORE CLERK Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

CONTACT: 341-2357

14859

14892

GALMO WILLIAMS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

JOB VACANCIES STORE CLERKS

Duties: Mainly sales and customer service handling

LABOURER

LABOURER

SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS A WEEK.

CONTACT: 946-4536

Duties: Warehouse Maintenance

DOMESTIC HELPER

CONTACT (649) 232-7177

Duties: For general duties such as cleaning and washing

14894

SUPERVISORS

GLORIA RIGBY Blue Hills

Is seeking to employ a

14883

KEW TOWN

ANANDA LTD. / KB HOME CENTER

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

#7 Hospital Road, Providenciales Salary $6.25 per hour.

G-FLEA MARKET

June 17 - 23, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

HELPER

Duties: Supervising store activities, inventory and staff etc.

BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY APPLICATIONS MAY BE HAND DELIVERED TO THE ADDRESS BELOW: LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES & GRAND TURK Telephone: (649) 331-6020, (649) 231-4101 (649) 339-4663 Fax: 941-8155. Email: info@kbhomecenter.com Salary is negotiable Must be willing to work six days per week Positions available immediately

14745

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

CONTACT: 243-1951 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14856

Sailrock Contracting Limited

ERIC SMITH

PROJECT ENGINEER

EXCLUSIVE VACATION MANAGEMENT

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Salary: $6.50 per hour Applicant must be Honest, Reliable and Hard working.

CONTACT: 241-8719

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Is currently looking to employ a

HOUSE KEEPING SUPERVISOR This individual must be willing to supervise a staff of 6, must have your own vehicle with a valid Driver’s license Must be willing to work weekend and holidays. Experience will be good but not a requirement. Salary is based on years of experience.

Please sent resume to wendyhandfield@hotmail.com

14858

14864

Grand Turk

REQUIRED FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2017-2018

GRADUATE TEACHER to teach Mathematics and Physical Education at IGCSE Level.

Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree and teaching qualifications, a minimum of five (5) years experience teaching the

British National Curriculum and CIE Examination syllabi.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Reporting To: Director of Construction

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform quantity takeoffs on various buildings and building types to create material lists by phase of construction.

• Develop bid packages to distribute to vendors for pricing.

• Work with vendors and subcontractors to answer questions related to bids.

• Create RFI to design professionals to resolve design issues.

• Collect and organize proposals from vendors and subcontractors, compare offerings, and make determination of best value options.

• Advise and discuss in detail all options for procurement with Director of Construction.

• Assist Director of Construction with the development of Requisition Forms and creation of Purchase Orders and Contracts for successful bidders.

• Work with the Engineering Manager to determine materials needed and cause timely procurement.

• Assist Purchasing and Logistics with maintaining records of materials received.

• Help forecast future material and manpower needs.

• Maintain a database of building types and construction costs for future cost estimating.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Construction Estimating or Architecture Experience, Basic Computer, Knowledge of all MS Office Tools, Proficient in Excel, Analytical, Organized, Oral and Written Communication Skills, Documentation, Plan Reading, and Collaboration.

• Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only apply.

SALARY RANGE:

• $40,000 - $45,000 yearly, based on experience

CV, letter of application and names of 2 referees to be sent in writing to:

The Principal, British West Indies Collegiate PO Box 338, Providenciales or Email: bwicprincipal@tciway.tc Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

14844

Please submit applications to Keno Forbes, Human Resources & Operations Manager: • Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales • Fax: (312) 376-2056 • Email: HumanResources@SouthCaicos.com

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.

14891

June 17 - 23, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

ANIKA FORBES

Acting on behalf of our clients is looking to fill the following positions:

Is seeking to employ a

Leeward Highway

LAV MANAGEMENT LTD TURTLE COVE

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

BENJAMIN EWING

LABOURER

HAIRTASTIC BEAUTY SUPPLY STORE

BABYSITTER LABOURER

LABOURER

SALARY $6.25 PER HOUR THESE POSITIONS ARE FOR FIRST TIME WORK PERMIT 14908

CONTACT: 649-241-7878

Salary: $300 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

CONTACT: 242-5259

SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 941-8118 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

DAVIS CONSTRUCTION

MANPOWER SERVICES

KEW TOWN

Is seeking to employ

2 AIR-CONDITIONING TECHNICIANS

Is seeking to employ a

14901

BOOK KEEPER/ CLEANER Salary: $7.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

CONTACT: 232-5420

14881

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT RESUME CONTACT INFORMATION, TO MANPOWER-SERVICES@HOTMAIL.COM

BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to KENOLD JOSEPH by virtue of marriage to a Belonger.

JOHN FREEMAN

1 HELPER

JOB SUMMARY: • Electrical Diagnostics, installations and repairs air-conditioning and refrigeration systems • Necessary qualifications and experience required • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in similar position • Salary: $10.00 per hour

PUBLIC NOTICE (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

14844

ANGELA DUNCOMBE

14900

HANDYMAN

CLASSIFIEDS 35

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

D&B TILE

MAGIC SCISSORS & PRESSING

Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

MAID

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

CONTACT: 342-5450 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14902

To do housework and other general cleaning domestic duties. To work 6 days a week including weekends and holiday.

Salary is commensurate with experience

CONTACT # 946-5300

14905

LABOURER CONTACT: 241-7845

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14870

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

IS LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL TIME POSITIONS:

Is seeking to employ a

BLUE HILLS

DICE DEALER $11.00/HOUR

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Candidate MUST have at least 4-6 years’ experience as a Casino Dice Dealer, full knowledge of game.

SLOT TECHNICIAN $18.75/HOUR

Please drop off CV’s at Casablanca Casino, addressed to HR assigned to positions applying for. Held by work permit holders 14899

JOHN FREEMAN

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CASABLANCA CASINO

Candidate MUST have at least 5-10 years’ experience as a Casino Slot Technician, full knowledge of the operation and function of slot machines, certified slot technician SDS, Master Certified Technician Degree All candidates must have experience in the same field and must be willing to work night shifts, weekends and holidays.

Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to ANGELA RAE SMITH by virtue of marriage to a Belonger.

GLASSCUTTER Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5922 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14873

Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to MARIA L. D. FERMIN SMITH by virtue of marriage to a Belonger.

JOHN FREEMAN

36 CLASSIFIEDS 4 K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES

AGNES SWANN NORTH CAICOS

ACTING ON BEHALF OF LEVEL SQUARE IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

ACTING ON BEHALF OF AMG ELECTRICAL IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

ELECTRICIAN STORE CLERK

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 246-4769

14949

14956

CONTACT: 244-0660

14955

CONTACT: 244-0660

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK

LABOURER THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CLUB MED

JOB ADVERTISEMENT DOMESTIC WORKERS • • • • • •

Clean and tidy all areas to the standard cleanliness within time limits.

Deliver excellent customer service.

Maintain equipment in good condition.

Report on any shortages, damages or security issues.

Handle reasonable guest’s complaints/requests and inform others when required.

Ability to work independently and remain motivated.

To work 6 six days per week rate $6.47 per hour.

Minimum 2-3 years in the specialized field.

KITCHEN HELPERS

• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)

• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served.

• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.

• Proven experience as kitchen helper.

• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.

• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)

• Very good communication skills.

Minimum 1-2 years in the specialized field.

To work 6 days per week rate $6.47 per hour.

LABOURERS

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.

• Gather and empty trash, service, clean, and supply restrooms.

• Clean and restore building interiors damages, using commercial cleaning equipment and fixing equipments if damage.

• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.

• Clean windows, glass partitions, mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, furniture, walls, machines and painting.

Minimum 2-3 years in the specialized field.

To work 6 days per week rate $6.47 per hour.

LABOURER

• Check material received quantities & specifications against order documents.

• Working within the constraints of Health and Safety and adhere to any Health and Safety policies.

• Maintain stock level of materials to ensure continuous availability.

• Operate effective controls on stock issuing and holding.

• To maintain the filing system and stock records as per organisation procedure.

• Maintain all safety and hygiene standards with the ability to lift, bent, stand and drive a fork-lift.

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.

THIS AD IS FOR WORK PERMITS HOLDERS. 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 14895

BOTOLOPH MARC HENRY

ALBERT HIGGS NORTH CAICOS

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

C&J CONSULTANCY ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENTS

Gold Star Nail Center, Brucelee Pratt, ERB Construction, Treeka Williams, Pat Construction, and Discount Auto Parts

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

CONTACT: 243-7785 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14942

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per worker Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

CONTACT: 242-5055

14949

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour

HAIR DRESSER $6.25 per hour

MASON

$8-12 per hour

LABOURER $6.25 per hour

CAR WASHER $6.25 per hour

Held by a work permit holder Contact: darling86@hotmail.com 14954

CAICOS MARINA & SHIPYARD

C&S PROFESSTIONALS

WANTED

Acting on behalf of Vanderlean Fulford Is seeing to employ a

FIBERGLASS MOULDER REQUIREMENTS: must have proven experience in fiberglass repairs and moulding • 10 years’ experience working with fiberglass • Through understanding of the various types of resins and their uses • Thorough understanding of boat construction • 5 or more years’ experience operating boat lifting equipment • Must be willing to work in full chemical suit with respirator DUTIES INCLUDE: construction of Fiberglass moulds, sanding and painting bottoms, hull repair and boat lifting machinery.

• WAGE RATE: $13.00 per hour

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

CONTACT: 241-5922

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14936

CHARLES FULFORD STUBBS

CAICOS PRIDE PRODUCTS LTD.

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER

COST CONTROL CLERK

To work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 649-946-1278 BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY

14943

4 K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES

SALARY: $8.75 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK.

June 17 - 23, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

CHARLIE PALMER IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER

SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK AND HALF DAY ON SATURDAY

CONTACT: 345-3825

CONTACT: 231-1391

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

14960

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY AWORK PERMIT HOLDER

14945

REQUIRED FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2017-2018

Graduate Teachers TO TEACH ALL RELEVANT SUBJECTS AT IGCSE AND ADVANCED LEVEL

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.

CV, letter of application and names of 2 referees to be sent in writing to: The Principal, British West Indies Collegiate PO Box 338, Providenciales or Email: principal@bwic.tc Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

14947

June 17 - 23, 2017

CLASSIFIEDS 37

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

GRANT’S PETROLEUM BONNIE ADAMS Venetian Road Is seeking to employ a

IRA BAPTISTE

IODA STUBBS The Bight

Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER LABOURER LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 343-4671

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14871

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 346-2746

CONTACT: 231-4064

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14857

J WILLIAMS Is seeking to employ

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER 2 MAINTENANCE WORKERS

Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: 243-5723 This position is currently held by work permit holders 14835

14836

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

JEREMIAH MISSICK

ANDREA SAUNDERS Grand Turk

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 346-8638

This position is currently held by a work permit renewal

14861

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 4 days per week.

CONTACT: 243-0948

JEREMIAH MISSICK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 4 days per week

Contact: 243-0948

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

WATERPLAY PROVO

CLYDE SMITH

14848

Seeking 2

BEACH ATTENDANTS

Willing to work 6 days per week. Salary $7 per hour. 18 years or older. Knows how to swim. Has excellent attitude and good communication skills with guests.

CONTACT: WATERPLAYPROVO@ GMAIL.COM OR 232-7245

14898

14849

Glass Shack Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

CONTACT: 247-9994

14922

(Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to CANDI NICHELLE SEYMOUR by virtue of marriage to a Belonger.

JOHN FREEMAN

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.

COME BE A SPA TROPIQUE GIRL! Spa Tropique is on the hunt to find the best massage therapists on island! If you have at least three years of experience with a four star spa and have an upbeat and positive personality, we hope you will come and meet with us! If you are experienced in facials and nails-even better!

Applicants must be able to speak and write English fluently, have a clean driver’s license and their own vehicle in excellent working condition. Position is commission based. Please see further requirements for applicants below.

We look forward to meeting you! Deadline for applications is: June 23rd, 2017.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicants for the position are required to have: • Obtained a diploma in Massage Therapy from an internationally accredited school from Canada, Great Britain, United States, Jamaica, Thailand or Philippines • Completed a massage course of at least 1800 hours plus • At least 3 years experience with a spa rated 4 stars or above • Their own vehicle in excellent working order and a clean license • Fluent spoken and written English (There is a written exam.)

• Basic computer skills for use of company software • Be available to work 9am-7pm every day. Weekends and holiday are a must.

(Schedules are subject to change)

Please email your resume to: relax@spatropique.com or drop off at 202 W. Venture House, Grace Bay Road. Applicants may also forward resumes to the government employee services offices.

14891

38 CLASSIFIEDS BETTY UNISEX SALON/BARBER IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

BARBER SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 331-2825

DEON & BARBARA WILSON Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 243-8307

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CULSOIR LOUIMA

D’DIVA SALON

14963

GRAND TURK

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

14916

Is seeking to employ a

ELKANAH HALL

GRAND TURK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 231-6423 POSITION IS CURRENTLY

Interested applicants should contact Peter Kerrigan via email at: pjkeds@tciway.tc or drop off current CV at our office.

HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 14931

CONTACT: 242-7523

POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 14930

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

CONTACT: 345-8242

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14923

Belongers Only need apply.

14953

ACA/ACCA/CA

4K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES

Opportunities exist for two fully qualified accountants who possess a minimum of three years professional experience gained within a “Big Four” public accounting firm. Salary ranges from US$45,000 to US$65,000 per annum.

LABOURER

SALARY: $6.25 PER WHOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK.

CONTACT: 244-0660

If you wish to be considered for these opportunities please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience and qualifications to either:

KPMG Ltd. or The Labour Commissioner, P.O. Box 357 Labour Office The Village at Grace Bay Butterfield Square Providenciales Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Turks & Caicos Islands Or fax your particulars to 946-4619

14965

MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CAD TECHNICIAN REQUIRED

MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR.

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT BLUE HILLS GLASS

NAIL TECHNICIAN HAIRDRESSER

VACANCY Engineering Design Services (EDS) is seeking a CAD Technician with a minimum of 1-2 years AutoCAD drafting experience.

We are a Civil & Structural Engineering Company, located at La Vista Azul, door No 11, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER

June 17 - 23, 2017

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14962

CUBAN CRAFTERS CIGAR FACTORY

Project Architect Positions Available

IS LOOKING FOR A

Architects required for the following role: Job Summary

• The successful applicants will be expected to undertake the traditional role of a professional Architect.

• This includes detailed architectural design work, planning submissions, preparation of tender documents, construction contract administration, contract cost control and direct liaison with clients, consultants and contractors.

Essential Skills/Experience

• RIBA/ARB registered Architect or equivalent • Minimum RIBA Part II, Masters or equivalent post-Honours degree qualification • Minimum 3 years professional experience as a Project Architect with direct Client liaison • Minimum 3 years proven experience in contract administration and cost control on JCT contracts or similar • Minimum 3 years experience in managing an architectural team • A strong background of technical detailing • Excellent skills in AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Photoshop, Sketchup, Excel and Word a pre-requisite • Experience in the design and production of presentation and marketing materials • Fluent spoken and written English Salary rated according to experience, between $4k & $6k per month.

Interested applicants should contact Mr. C Davies via e-mail by June 30, 2017 with current, detailed CV to info@coasttci.com or in writing to the address below.

Only applicants meeting the minimum requirements listed above will be contacted for interview within 5 days of the closing date.

Only suitably qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders need apply. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Coast Architects, 82 Cherokee Road, PO Box 941, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 14913

STORE SUPERVISOR

MAIN DUTIES INCLUDE:

• • • •

Overseeing the daily operations of the Cigar Factory.

Responsible for all inventory (cigars/tobacco) counting and reconciliation Responsible for daily banking, collection and payment of bills.

Supervising the Factory staff, monitoring schedules and attendance and reporting accordingly.

• Preparation of payroll for all staff.

• Liaising with all external customers, ensuring prompt replenishment of product as well as soliciting new business.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Speaking to Customers on various Cigars/tobacco or Cigar making methods • Maintaining the work stations, tobacco storage and humidor areas ensuring cleanliness and that there is proper storage and preservation of the products.

• Notifying Management immediately of any anomalies in product quantity or quality.

• Assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of all common areas of the store.

• Assisting the Sales Clerks with any product related questions.

Knowledge and understanding of tobacco growing, storage, blending and rolling and fluency in Spanish is mandatory. Must be able to drive and hold a valid TCI drivers license.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience in the range $18,000 - $24,000 per annum.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO WORK IN AN ENVIRONMENT WITH TOBACCO/SECOND HAND SMOKE Applications should be sent to Claudia Munnings & Cuban Crafters Cigar Factory Salt Mills Plaza, Providenciales ccrafterstci@gmail.com camunnings@hotmail.com

The Labour Department SAMS Plaza, Downtown Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Isl. 14912

June 17 - 23, 2017

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GRANTS PETROLEUM

SEEKS

JOAN MUYREE DELANCY

BONNIE ADAMS VENETIAN ROAD Is seeking to employ a

GARDENERS/ LABOURERS Applicants must be able to work outdoors performing manual and physical labor. They must be able to operate a jackhammer, lawn mower and chainsaw. They will be asked to dig holes, mix and spread topsoil/cow manure and plant. They must be able to speak and communicate in English. Starting salary is $6.25/hour and may be required to work on weekends and holidays if needed.

Interested applicants including Islanders/Belongers can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or e-mail to mary@environmentalarts. tc successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview.

This position is currently held by work permit holders.

14941

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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FINANCE MANAGER – PERMANENT

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

JOSSELAINE JEAN Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER LABOURER

PUMP ATTENDANT Salary: $6.50 per hour

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 343-7384

Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

CONTACT: 343-4671

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

14922

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS

14966

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 244-4131

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14932

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CUBAN CRAFTERS CIGAR FACTORY ARE LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING

CIGAR ROLLER – CUBAN CRAFTERS MAIN DUTIES INCLUDE:

• • • •

Creating the correct blend of tobaccos for a variety of cigars – mild, bold etc.

Making cigars by hand and in various shapes including Torpedos and Figurados Placing a 3-tier mounted head and trimming the foot of the cigars Ringing cigars with labels and packaging.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Speaking to Customers on various Cigars/tobacco or Cigar making methods • Maintaining the work stations, tobacco storage and humidor areas ensuring cleanliness and that there is proper storage and preservation of the products.

• Notifying Management immediately of any anomalies in product quantity or quality.

• Assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of all common areas of the store.

• Assisting the Sales Clerks with any product related questions.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will manage the Finance team ensuring all work is performed in line with Digicel policies and procedures.

Full knowledge and understanding of tobacco growing, storage, blending and rolling and fluency in Spanish is mandatory.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience in the range $13,200 - $16,500 per annum. Other allowances apply.

• Management of Finance team including accounts payable and accounts receivable • Preparation and presentation of detailed financial analysis supporting commercial strategy • Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are performed on a timely basis • Active control of month end process • Application of IFRS and review of Financial Statements • Analysis of monthly management accounts versus budget • Planning and support of quarterly reviews and quarterly audit requirements • Identifying, designing and implementing process improvements • Liase with Auditors, Bankers, Statutory Authorities, Dealers and Site lessors.

• Budgeting, Financial planning and Financial Analysis

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

• • • • • • • • •

ACA/ACCA/CPA qualification with IFRS experience At least 7 years accounting experience with at least 4 years PQE Telecommunications experience a distinct advantage Experience in dealing with auditors, both internal and external Experience in reporting, balance sheet analysis and budgeting/ financial planning Experience in a dynamic fast-paced multinational environment desirable Excellent communication skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, experience in Microsoft Dynamics GP, and Business Objects essential Flexible and adaptable to an ever changing set of responsibilities, constrained by tight deadlines

DEADLINE: AD IS FOR RENEWAL. INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD FORWRAD THEIR RESUME TO HRTCI@DIGICELGROUP. CIM NO LATER THAN JUNE 30, 2017 14959

CLEANER – LITTLE HAVANA & CUBAN CRAFTERS Responsible for the day-to-day cleaning of both the Little Havana Store and the Cuban Crafters Cigar Factory premises.

SALES CLERKS – LITTLE HAVANA & CUBAN CRAFTERS Main Duties include: Promoting and facilitating the sale of products in the stores.

Notifying Management immediately of any anomalies in product quantity or quality.

Assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of all common areas of the store.

Must be comfortable conversing with customers on the types of products that the stores market.

A pleasant personality is mandatory.

Wage: $6.25 per hour ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO WORK IN AN ENVIRONMENT WITH TOBACCO/SECOND HAND SMOKE Applications should be sent to

Claudia Munnings & Cuban Crafters Cigar Factory Salt Mills Plaza, Providenciales ccrafterstci@gmail.com camunnings@hotmail.com

The Labour Department SAMS Plaza, Downtown Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Isl.

14911

Five Cays Road

LUXURY CAR WASHLIONEL BARRANCO KEW TOWN, PROVIDENCIALES

Is seeking to employ a

MARGUTTE CASIMAR JEAN-LOUIS Is looking for one

Is seeking:

CASHIER

4 LABOURERS

CONTACT: 243-4885

CONTACT: (649) 241-3019

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

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Cleaning, washing and polishing vehicles.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

14964

HELPER To work 6 days per week Salary is $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT 348-9505

17915

NOTICE I am no longer responsible for the work permit of Elcie Nevelus as of June 15th, 2017 Should you require any additional information, please call the telephone number listed Contact: 241-0663 JOSEPH B. CAMPBELL 14926

MARIE P. WILSON

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LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

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NAPA AUTO PARTS

NANCY HAIRSTYLIST

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Is seeking to employ

LABOURER SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 946-4224

CONTACT: 241-1742

MARY GIBSON NORTH CAICOS

MAUVETTE INGHAM CHARLESTIN

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Is seeking to employ a

14967

Salary; $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 244-7519 This position is currently held

CONTACT: 246-7382

14909

SECURITY OFFICER-PROVIDENCIALES

This Position Reports to the Security Supervisor/Security Manager To ensure the overall day-to-day safe, orderly and efficient operation of all airport security activities. Ensure Officers compliance with standard operating procedures/regulations for security and the requirements of Airports Authority. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in an aviation related field. To X-Ray the hand baggage of passengers using all the facilities of the machine where necessary. To hand search any item of hand luggage that the X-ray operator cannot identify or to make up the 20% reasoned selection of hand baggage for the flight. Ensure that all Airport and Airline personnel display a valid ID card when working airside Salary: $27, 199.80 per annum

TERMINAL CLEANER

This Position Reports to the Terminal Manager/Cleaning Supervisor The cleaner performs janitorial duties to include terminal and landside surroundings.

Cleans building floors by sweeping, moping, scrubbing, waxing and polishing them Using electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish and spray clean floors (after receiving proper instruction and training).

Salary: $7.00 per hour

AC TECHINICAN

This Position Reports to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager Diagnose causes of problems and/or failures in air conditioning systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs. Installs air conditioning equipment and systems for the purpose of providing enhanced and/ or upgraded capabilities. Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition. Performs routine and preventive maintenance as needed for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of HVAC systems. Repairs air conditioning systems and/or components (e.g. pumps, motors, air handlers, fan coils, piping, etc.) Responds to emergency situations during or after working hours, not limited to holidays and day offs. Ability to Travel throughout the Turks & Caicos Islands for the purpose of installing, repairing and maintaining HVAC systems at airports located on other islands.

Salary: $36, 894.00 per annum

DOMESTIC WORKER/NANNY Duties include • Cooking • Cleaning the house • Taking care of the children Salary: $6.25 per hour

EMAIL: MAUVETTE2004@ GMAIL.COM 14935

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. is seeking to employ a

ASPHALT FOREMAN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to perform asphalt paving in accordance with TCI specifications.

• Ability to read plans and specifications (application rates, grades, slope, drainage, etc.).

• Proven track record of completing jobs under budget and on-time.

• Ability to manage all aspects of the operation including ordering of materials, logistics, maintenance and outside services.

• Coordination between other crews, subs and vendors.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years asphalt paving foreman experience • Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License

SKILLS

• Knowledge of the local customers, materials and specifications is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven record of being a self-starter and able to work under limited supervision.

• Able to recognize drainage issues.

• Good physical strength.

• Good physical stamina.

• Good manual dexterity.

• Great attention to detail.

• Works well as team leader.

COMPENSATION

Interest persons must submit their applications before June 30, 2017 to: Human Resources Manager Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport Telephone# 649-941-8692, Fax# 9415996.

Email: hrrecruitment@tciairports.com

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

14948

JOB VACANCIES

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

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

HAIRBRAIDER CAREGIVER

by a work permit holder

1 NAIL TECHNICIAN 1 HAIRDRESSER

14915

JUNIOR CRAFT TCI

June 17 - 23, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

• Based on Experience

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

14961

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO MAIN OFFICE AT C 5-6 CARIBBEAN PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES TCI.

14952

40 CLASSIFIEDS

June 17 - 23, 2017

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OSWALD THOMAS South Caicos Is seeking to employ a

PATREASE THOMAS

PAULA WILLIAMS

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

South Caicos

Long Bay

PAZ MASSAGE TO GO

BELLE FEMME ROSE IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

PHILADELPHY BAPTIST CHURCH OF SAINTS

BISHOP DIRECTOR, EMMANUEL INNOCENT- GENERAL OVERSEER - FIVE CAYS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 243-1882 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14934

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 242-2570

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CARETAKER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 3 days per week

Salary: Based on experience

CONTACT: 244-7405

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14925

14933

PROVO STEVEDORING LTD

PAZ MASSAGE2GO MOBILE SPA

SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

is seeking a

MASSAGE THERAPIST LABOURER For full time employment.

Salary: $8.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

If interested please contact 331-0819.

CONTACT: 941-8975 OR 331-9167

14951

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14907

EMAIL RESUME’S TO RELAX@ PAZMASSAGE2GO.COM

MASSAGE THERAPIST CONTACT: 331-0819

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14922

4 HELPERS 2 PROFESSIONAL HAIRSTYLIST

SALARY: BASED ON COMMISSION. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 341-9275

A PASTOR SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK.

CONTACT: 241-1735

14970

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

STABLE HAND WANTED Full Time/$14 per hour Applicant must have a minimum of 10 year experience in all aspects of stable maintenance. This includes: Riding and horse handling (training, grooming, tacking up, cleaning tack, cleaning stalls, and lunging) Equine Nutrition Teaching adults and children (mainly tourists) basic riding skills.

Trimming hooves and basic equine veterinary care including IV/IM shots

Experience in breaking and training young horses.

Must be able to guide and supervise inexperienced riders on trial rides.

Must have valid driver’s license, own vehicle and phone. Must weigh less than 160 pounds. Must speak English fluently, second language an asset.

Applicant must have knowledge in basic accounting, Quickbooks, Excel. Further computer experience is an asset. Will work weekends and holidays.

PLEASE CONTACT PROVO PONIES AT 649-241-6350

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Marlin Limited, a licensed TCI Company Manager requires an experienced, self-starting

ATTENTION MIXOLOGIST NEEDED

Company Administrator CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS:

MELT • We are looking for a fun loving, creative host with brilliant customer service skills • To work 6 days a week (including holidays) • Have accounting knowledge • Work experience in the hospitality/food industry • Wages to be determined according to work experience

MELT, REGENT VILLAGE REGENT STREET PROVIDENCIALES TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS 1-649-343-0594, 1-649-432-1234 DAVIDSON@MELT.TC

• Minimum 3 years working in a corporate office environment • Sound working knowledge of the Companies Ordinance and corporate procedures • Ability to think independently and proactively to solve problems • Willingness to learn and grow on the job.

• Dedication to excellent customer-service • Comfort working to tight deadlines • Excellent knowledge of Word and Excel • Team spirit and cooperativeness • Turks Islander status or permanent residency

THE FOLLOWING WOULD BE CONSIDERED IMPORTANT ASSETS FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION:

DUTY • Bar management • Stock control • Drink design

• Knowledge of reinsurance company licensing procedures • College diploma • Drivers license • Experience working with Financial Services Commission staff • Experience with QuickBooks

If this is you, please forward your resume and references to the Corporate Manager:

shawonda.gardiner@marlintc.com

14944

14950

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Salary range $35,000 to $50,000 based on experience

14924

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Sports Interational

June 17 - 23, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Usain Bolt faces a struggle to go out on top, says Coe USAIN Bolt may face his sternest ever challenge when he competes against a new generation of sprinting talent at the World Championships in London this summer, according to IAAF president Sebastian Coe. Bolt, the eighttime Olympic champion, is due to draw down the curtain on his glittering career after August’s championships and has not lost a major final for the best part of a decade. But speaking a day after organisers

released 60,000 more tickets to mark 50 days until the start of competition, the IAAF president said the 100m final could be even closer than at the 2015 championships with Justin Gatlin. Inestimable quality “This year, it could be as tight as 2015,” Coe told Inews, referring to the impressive progress made in recent years by youngsters including Andre De Grasse and Wayde van Niekerk, who broke Michael Johnson’s

TCI ELEVATOR SERVICES LTD. Requires a Certified

ELEVATOR SUPERVISOR

Must have at least 10 years of experience in elevator installation, repair and troubleshooting with Otis, Kone, ECC, and Jrt Controller with at least 10 years’ experience at supervisory level, making budget, knowledge of QuickBooks Payroll, must speak English and French, must be willing to meet clients and present sales pitch, must be willing to work after hours, holidays and weekends. Salary $30.00 per hour Applicant must demonstrate skill level applicants should send resumes to: tcielevator@hotmail.com deadline is July 10th, 2017 This position is for work permit renewal Belongers perferred 14918

400m record at the Rio Games.

“There will be challenges this time, he’s a little bit older, but the one thing he does have going for him is that inestimable quality,” he said.

“He knows how to go through the rounds and he knows more about it than anybody else.

At those world titles, not even an injury could prevent Bolt from taking the win by one hundredth of a second, and it will be a mighty challenge to just get close to

WEST BAY CLUB

THE BIGHT IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

PLUMBER STOVE TECHNICIAN

SALARY: $10.00 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS

CONTACT: 946-8550 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

14938

Bolt, however meteoric the rise of some of the young pretenders.

“For me, the litmus test between good and great competitors, is the length of time he’s been there,” Coe added. “We’re used to seeing athletes like Mo [Farah] in four-year cycles — this guy [Bolt] has been there for three back-to-back Olympic Games.

“It’s unheard of, particularly in sprinting.” Yet whatever the odds, Coe said he still expected

Usain Bolt of Jamaica salutes the crowd after running his final race in home country during the Racers Grand Prix at the national stadium in Kingston, Jamaica, on June 10, 2017 (AFP/Getty Images)

the match-up between Bolt and the likes of Van Niekerk or Andre De Grasse to produce

a “sensational” atmosphere in London — one that could lead to the emergence of a new star.

TCI ELEVATOR SERVICES LTD. Requires a Certified

ELEVATOR TECHNICIAN Must have at least 10 years of experience in elevator installation, repair and troubleshooting with Otis, Kone, ECC, and Jrt Controller, must be capable of reading and understanding factor level. Must be self-motivated, punctual and able to work autonomously, must be willing to work after hours, holidays and weekends.

Salary $20.00 per hour

Applicant should send resumes to: tcielevator@ hotmail.com deadline is July 10th, 2017 Qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders preferred This position is for work permit renewal

POSITION:

LABOURER $6.50 Per Hr.

La Vista Azul Resort Turtle Cove, Provo, Turks and Caicos Islands 14917

CONTACT #: 941-8118

14910

NOTICE NOTICE SAGICOR LIFE INC.

SAGICOR LIFE INC. is licensed with the Turks & Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission (“Commission”) to carry on insurance as a domestic insurer, limited to Long Term, Group Life and Health insurance business. Pursuant to Section 34 of the Financial Services Commission Ordinance, Sagicor Life Inc. has made application for the revocation of its insurer’s license and is desirous of having the commission release its restricted deposit.

The public is invited to advise the Commission in writing whether or not there are any outstanding insurance liabilities including outstanding claims in respect to Sagicor Life Inc. Information shall be sent to:

Director of Insurance Financial Services Commission Caribbean Place Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Or can be emailed to: fsc@tciway.tc The Commission remains open to receiving information on the aforesaid until May 28, 2017 after which time the commission will take necessary steps in this matter.

MILLER SIMONS O’SULLIVAN Attorneys-At-Law For and on behalf of Sagicor Life Inc. April 28th, 2017 14913

Regulation 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 2014

An Application, (PR 13162)*, BY (DTD-PROVO LTD.)* 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)*, (Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill)* 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, Pamlco, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publications of this Notice.

Notice dated: Thursday June 15th, 2017 14969

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REPAIR IT 4U Is seeking to employ a

Durant says Warriors ‘work extremely well together’ but aren’t a superteam ON Wednesday during exit interviews, Kevin Durant dismissed the notion that the Golden State Warriors are constructed as a superteam. In making his point, he directed attention to the organisation’s drafting prowess and recruiting targets rather than just focusing on the fact that the team has four

Kevin Durant won his first ever NBA Championship title after joining the Golden State Warriors this season.

All-Stars in himself, Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green.

“First of all, if everybody wanted Steph, he would have been the No. 1 pick,” Durant said. “A lot of people passed on him. A lot of people doubted Steph, saying he wasn’t going to be this good. Klay Thompson,

he was just supposed to be this OK shooter in the league, like that’s what you thought of Klay Thompson when he came in.

Draymond, nobody wanted him.

He was a 6-5 power forward.

[They said] he couldn’t play in the league, he couldn’t start in the NBA. Shaun Livingston had a crazy knee injury.

SALE PERSON Salary: $150.00 weekly Must be willing to work 3 days per week.

CONTACT: 341-6493

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14928

TJAY BEEN

T&R PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

SHIVAGO MISSICK

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENTS LONG LIFE RETAIL & WHOLESALE

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Salary: $6.50 per hour, must be willing to work 6 days a week RESORT MANAGEMENT GROUP

LABOURER

SEEKING A CHEF

MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK. SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

JOB VACANCIES

Contact: 242-3014

CONTACT: 343-1763

SECURITY OFFICER-PROVIDENCIALES

GRAND TURK

SEEKING A LABOURER

LABOURER SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK

Salary: $8.00 per hour, must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 331-5066

THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

14940

14957

GRAND TURK

POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD

BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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JOB PROFILE:

TECHNICAL PRE SALES ENGINEER Direct Report to the Head of Business Sales

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB:

The Technical Pre Sales Engineer will be responsible for the management and deployment of ICT solutions. They will work with the Business sales team to provide technical solutions and products. This will include but not limited to Cloud based Corporate networks, PBXs, DIA, and to assist in the design and implementation. They will provide first-line identification and resolution of faults, and ensure that all required documentation is maintained in a timely basis.

This Position Reports to the Security Supervisor/Security Manager To ensure the overall day-to-day safe, orderly and efficient operation of all airport security activities. Ensure Officers compliance with standard operating procedures/ regulations for security and the requirements of Airports Authority. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in an aviation related field. To X-Ray the hand baggage of passengers using all the facilities of the machine where necessary. To hand search any item of hand luggage that the X-ray operator cannot identify or to make up the 20% reasoned selection of hand baggage for the flight. Ensure that all Airport and Airline personnel display a valid ID card when working airside Salary: $27, 199.80 per annum

TERMINAL CLEANER

This Position Reports to the Terminal Manager/Cleaning Supervisor The cleaner performs janitorial duties to include terminal and landside surroundings.

Cleans building floors by sweeping, moping, scrubbing, waxing and polishing them Using electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish and spray clean floors (after receiving proper instruction and training).

Salary: $7.00 per hour

AC TECHINICAN

This Position Reports to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager Diagnose causes of problems and/or failures in air conditioning systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs.

Installs air conditioning equipment and systems for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities. Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition. Performs routine and preventive maintenance as needed for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of HVAC systems. Repairs air conditioning systems and/or components (e.g. pumps, motors, air handlers, fan coils, piping, etc.) Responds to emergency situations during or after working hours, not limited to holidays and day offs. Ability to Travel throughout the Turks & Caicos Islands for the purpose of installing, repairing and maintaining HVAC systems at airports located on other islands.

Salary: $36, 894.00 per annum

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Developing relationships with TCI Business’s and Government ICT departments with Digicel’s Business Solutions ICT Team • Provide consultancy, design and development services to Digicel’s Corporate Clients • Support the ICT Solutions Sales team on all technical Sales Opportunities • Act as a technical resource to both internal and external clients • Drive multi service ICT revenues on multi-year contracts for Business Voice, Data VPN, Internet, Data Hosting, IP PBX services.

• Work with internal and external resources to develop solutions for corporate clients • Interface directly with customers on technical issues where necessary • Attend customer sites and present on Digicel capabilities and future plans • Assist in the design of networks, services, systems architecture, systems as well as the development and integration of overall solutions • Activities will include analysis, design (both for high and lower level solutions), development, testing/integration and maintenance/support • Complete CRM and prospecting reports for the ICT Solutions Manager

Interest persons must submit their applications before June 30, 2017 to:

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD FORWARD THEIR RESUME TO HRTCI@DIGICELGROUP.COM, NO LATER THAN JUNE 30.2017 14958

Human Resources Manager Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport Telephone# 649-941-8692, Fax# 9415996.

Email: hrrecruitment@tciairports.com

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June 17 - 23, 2017

Guerrier leads Wildcat female relay team to historic finish at NCAA Outdoor Championships TCI’s national sprint record holder Akia Guerrier led the Kansas State University Wildcat women’s relay team to a historic eighth place finish at the NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships last week at the Hayward Field Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.

If was the first time a 4X100M female team from the university make the final, and the second Wildcat female relay team to score a

point. The previous team to score a point, was the 2014, 4X400M team.

Guerrier, the lone freshman in the side ran the first leg in both races.

The first was 44.27s to advance to the finals, before they clocked 45.00 flat in the championship race.

Guerrier said that the semi-finals was really good.

“I really felt explosive coming out the blocks and my coach timed this

The BWIC Boys ‘A’ team finished ahead of five other sides.

split at 11.2s.”

She said that the weather played a part in the final. “[For the] Finals however the weather switched and got really cold.

I was shivering when I got down for the start and didn’t really accelerate the way I wanted to.”

The team’s point did help the Wildcats females to their third straight finish in the top 10s.

Akia Guerrier led her team to an impressive 44.27s in the semi-finals of the 4X100M relays.

BWIC finished on top in the female competition.

BWIC teams win Inter-High School Football competition THE British West Indies Collegiate won both the male and female categories of the TCI Football Association Inter-High School Football competition, which was held last week at the TCIFA National

Academy.

The BWIC Girls won ahead of Long Bay High in the five-team competition, while the BWIC Boys’ ‘A’ team finished in front of Long Bay High ‘A’ team and Wesley Methodist respectively.

The Provo Primary girls finished first. (Photos Football.tc)

Teams from four schools” BWIC, Long Bay High, Wesley Methodist and TCI Middle School competed in the competition.

According to a release from the FA, Head Coaching Development

Officer, Olivia Graveley said: “When teens participate in group sports competitions and activities, they learn important skills that apply to situations both on and off the playing field. So, it is important for

us to continue going into the schools, whilst making an effort to develop football throughout the country. We want every child in the Turks and Caicos Islands to have access to this beautiful sport”.

The male winners: the Provo Primary Boys.

Provo Primary teams win Inter-Primary School competition THE Provo Primary School male and female teams and the Providence International Academy co-ed team outplayed teams from several other schools in last week’s Inter-Primary School Football

competition.

In the one-day round-robin competition, the Provo Primary School boys finished ahead of the BWIC (second place) and Oseta Jolly (third). In the female

category, Enid Capron ‘A’ team finished behind the Provo Primary girls, with Oseta Jolly finishing third.

In the three-team Co-ed competition, Providence International

Academy finished first, with the International School second and Best Institute third.

The competition consisted of boys and girls and mixed teams from eight schools throughout

Providenciales: BEST Institute, Enid Capron Primary, Provo Primary, The International School of the TCI, Providence International Academy, Oseta Jolly Primary, Mills Institute, and the BWIC.

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The Provo Female All Stars registered a 20-8 run win in their final clash against the female Grand Turk side.

The Provo Co-Ed All Stars won 14-3.

Fools Regatta set for this Saturday The 26th annual Fools Regatta will be held on Saturday from 10:00h at the Bight Children’s Park.

Several big races are set for the day, including: the Big Boat Race, the Inter-School Challenge Cup, the Great Raft Race and the Hobie Cat Resort Challenge among others.

The day of races is being sponsored by Turk’s Head and Do it Center among other sponsors.

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Provo teams win Danny Delancy Softball Tournament PROVO All Stars’ male, female and co-ed teams dominated last weekend’s Danny Delancy Softball Tournament, which was held in Grand Turk.

The TCI Softball Federation organised tournament was held over three days at the Parade Ground with the Provo teams challenging their Grand Turk

counterparts.

In the high scoring male final on Sunday, Grand Turk took the lead after the first innings 7-5, but the visitors scored 11 runs in the second with Joan, Maky and Jose scoring twice to pull ahead 16-14 after two. Provo All Stars reached 30 runs by the fifth innings, while their opponents were on 21. The home

team then attempted to make a run with five runs in the sixth innings, but it proved a little too late as the two teams finished 31-26 after seven innings.

The female final was less competitive with the visiting All Stars team winning 20-8.

Of the GT Steelers’ eight runs, five were scored in the second

innings—where they briefly led 6-5 before the visitors turned on the heat in the third and scored 11 runs.

The Co-ed final was another big win for the visitors as nine runs in the third innings propelled the Provo Co-ed All Stars to a 14-3 win (run-ahead rule) at the top of the fourth.

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June 17 - 23, 2017

Otuonye equals national long jump record The national record holder jumped 7.88M last Saturday.

NATIONAL long jump record holder Ifeanyi Otuonye equalled his national long jump record when he competed at the Altis Invitational in Arizona last Saturday.

The 22-year-old finished fourth in the event with a leap of 7.88M—a distance he first made approximately 11 months ago, while competing at the NACAC U23 Championships in El Salvador.

Otuonye, who has broken his national long jump record several times over the last few years, has not competed a lot this season.

His main restriction is funding.

Since the multi-talented athlete has completed his bachelor’s degree at the Kansas State University, he no longer jumps under the school name. He is still attached to the university, but at a postgraduate, none-athletic, level.

“I wish I was able to get more meets in to be able to compete at a higher level. Turks and Caicos helped me get into a few meets (indoors and outdoors), but later on

when it mattered like later in the outdoor season I had to go back to start finding my way to meets.”

Prior to this meet, Otuonye, who also holds several national relay records, had a season’s best of 7.60M. Last Saturday he passed that distance twice. His first attempt was 7.75M. “I really feel I can jump a lot farther. The 7.88M wasn’t exciting as it should have been.”

The youth team before departing from Providenciales on Thursday. (Photo Gertrude Saunders-Forbes)

Youth athletes off to Trinidad for NACAC All Age Championships

The British West Indies Collegiate (BWIC) will look to defend their title.

Inter-High School rugby tournament set for this Friday The Inter-High School tag rugby tournament is set for this Friday evening (June 16) from 17:00h to 21:00h at the Meridian Field in

Providenciales.

The BWIC will look to defend their title against several worthy opponents, including teams from Grand Turk,

TCIPS and Wesley Methodist.

The round-robin tournament is also expected to attract a few other school teams.

EIGHT under-15 athletes, several officials and a few parents left Providenciales on Thursday to participate in the first NACAC All Age Championships, which is set for Port of Spain, Trinidad on Saturday and Sunday.

Of the eight athletes, four will compete in the 13-14 age category, while the others will contest the 11-12 age division.

The younger age group female athletes are Lynn Antoine (ECPS) and Tanesia Gardiner (IPPS). The males of the same age group are Aliando Durham (ECPS) and Raheem Hall (ISPS).

The teenage females are Sarah

Forbes (RGHS) and Emma Parlee (BWIC), while the males from the 13-14 age group are Daveon Durham (LBHS) and Mikancy Zamor (LBHS).

Kayla Mills travelled as head coach, with Damien Grant assisting. Gervin Simmons is the Team Leader while Audrey Ewing will perform the chaperone duties.

Three parents also made the journey from their own pockets, to cheer on team TCI. According to information from the TCAAA, the championships are referred to as the Junior CARIFTA Games and will be used to prepare the young athletes for future competitions.

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