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‘DISAPPOINTED’ OVER DISMISSAL

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GT fishing tournament a huge success

NHIP CEO FIRED PAGE  4

KAREN MALCOLM SWORN-IN AS NEW EDUCATION MINISTER PAGE  7

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GOVERNMENT TO REMOVE MEGA ONE TRITON WRECK

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Premier lauds passage of ‘revolutionary’ Companies Bill

BY DELANA ISLES LEGISLATION governing the operations of companies in the Turks and Caicos Islands was on June 13 passed in the House of Assembly with majority support.

Commenting on its passage was Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson who, during a press briefing on June 20, called the passage of the Companies Bill 2017 as revolutionary for the TCI. “We are pleased to have been part of a piece of rather revolutionary legislation. We passed the companies ordinance which will see a complete revolution in this area,” she told the press.

She noted that while the 1981 Companies Ordinance saw changes, the architecture of the bill was difficult to change.

This legislation, she stated, will see Turks and Caicos Islands placed on a more competitive footing.

She thanked the Attorney General’s Chambers for their leadership on the new legislation, the external drafter, the private sector and most of the members of the House of Assembly who voted in favour of its passage.

“We as a Government will commit to supporting major public education as this vital and revolutionary bill must be clearly understood by practitioners.

“There are critical changes, and to allow for easier transition process, portions of the bill will be enacted at different times and the transition period will be over one year and that

is from the date of enactment.

“I wish to however announce an important feature of this bill, the introduction of the beneficial ownership portion - the beneficial ownership issue was raised as we received exchange of notes from the UK several months ago – this bill will see the first portion enacted by June 30 this year.”

This portion is related to beneficial ownership.

She stated that the TCI is now positioning itself to be in compliance with the exchange of notes with the UK to have this central register established by June 30.

The Premier added that this is a very important accomplishment for the country and from September 30, 2017, companies will be incorporated under the new ordinance and beneficial ownership information will be provided as part of the application process.

Meanwhile, during its reading in the House of Assembly, Attorney General Rhondalee BraithwaiteKnowles stated that the bill, which runs for some 205 pages and includes 308 clauses, represents a reform in the companies law of the Turks and Caicos Islands going all the way back to 1981 when the current ordinance was enacted.

She stated that it picks up on the improvements, modernisations that have been made in the region and in particular it follows the model that exists in the Virgin Islands.

It also incorporates many of the subsequent amendments to the enactment of that legislation, and

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

picks up on various amendments and changes that have been made in other overseas territories such as the Cayman Islands and other jurisdictions.

“This is a very important bill because the Companies Ordinance is the foundation ordinance to effectively doing business in the TCI,” the AG pointed out.

THOROUGH CONSULTATION The bill is the product of lengthy consultation between the private and

public sectors, and is the result of a project that was instituted between the former Minister of Finance Washington Misick and carried on by the current Minister of Finance and Premier, along with the Attorney General.

Braithwaite-Knowles stated: “The project calls for the enactment of a new companies bill to replace the 1981 outdated legislation but also to introduce new provisions in relation to insolvency, as there are no satisfactory provisions in the TCI in

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NHIP CEO fired

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relation to insolvency.”

She noted that following closely behind this bill will be the insolvency bill, adding that there are provisions so that the companies bill and the insolvency bill will work together.

She added that while the bill might not be perfect, it represents an improvement over the old one – a view expressed by both the private and public sectors.

“Aside from the various proposals that relate to the improvements in our company law that are in the bill, there is also provision in the bill to deal with the establishment of a central beneficial ownership register in the islands.”

She added that the need to create that register arises principally out of the commitments that have been made by the TCI in respect of its obligations to meet the FATF standards, also to the global forum for the exchange of tax information and to provide information to law enforcement.

THE CHIEF executive officer of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) has been ousted.

Reliable sources this week confirmed that Zaneta Burton has already been replaced by Dr Hamlet Nation as new acting CEO. Government officials remain quiet this week on details surrounding Burton’s termination.

However, since Burton’s appointment as CEO in 2011, a plethora of criticism has befallen the National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP) coupled with deteriorating financial conditions.

Irate staff have repeatedly called for her removal from the post and have held several sickouts and sit-ins to demonstrate their frustration with management.

Last November workers staged a no-show, leaving many visitors upset and management scrambling to rectify the situation.

They also signed a petition

Zaneta Burton

to have Burton removed, citing her ineptitude to manage the NHIP effectively.

The petition stated: “Under the leadership of Mrs Burton, we, the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands, have been oppressed, victimised and demoralised.

“Mrs Burton’s leadership skills leave much to be desired and at this time we feel that we have had enough.

“After much consideration, we as a united group have decided to go forth and make all concerned aware of what has transpired at this organisation and demand that Mrs Burton be removed from office.

“We believe that we can no longer work with Mrs Burton and it is in the best interest of all concerned that she be replaced.”

The staffers also bemoaned the lack of action by the former Minister of Finance Washington Misick and former Premier Rufus Ewing, who had direct jurisdiction for the NHIB. An insider told the Weekly News that Burton “lacks the caring temperament for her staff and the people of the Turks and Caicos”.

They added that the general consensus of the members was that Burton should be replaced as CEO because they believed she demonstrated lack of leadership skills and inability to promote a team.

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Connolly ‘disappointed’ over dismissal

BY OLIVIA ROSE FORMER education minister Josephine Connolly said she is bitterly disappointed that the opportunity to help her people has been taken away from her.

Last week she was terminated as education minister because of what she described as “false allegations” of undermining the Premier.

Connolly, in a press release, made it clear that she was extremely saddened by the entire ordeal.

She said that the Premier’s termination of her appointment was unjust.

Connolly said she learnt of the dismissal at a meeting held on Friday, June 16, where the Premier informed her that her appointment as a minister had been revoked.

She said: “I later received the Instrument (signed by HE John Freeman the Governor), dated yesterday (Thursday, June 15),

which was published in the Gazette today.

“At the meeting with the Premier I was given reasons for my dismissal.

Those reasons included false allegations that I was behind some ‘street talk’ intended to undermine her position.

“I was not given an opportunity to answer the allegations as the decision had already been made.”

Connolly argued that the charges laid by the Premier against her were without any foundation or credence.

She said: “I am of the firm view that the reasons given by the Premier were a smokescreen to hide the real reason.

“In leaving the Ministry of Education I would like to thank all my civil servants in all the departments under my sphere of responsibility including Sports and Library Services.

“We worked together to make meaningful changes in the education

system and to bring positive changes to the lives of the children of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“It is one of my biggest regrets that I will not be able to see through the work we had started.”

Connolly who is the second All Island member in the House of Assembly for the PDM party vowed to remain a loyal member of the country’s oldest party.

She said: “I worked hard during the election because I believed in the philosophy of our party.

“The party is not owned by any individual, but is made up of a collection of people representing the ideals and hopes of its founders and the many good and faithful supporters whose only desire is to see this country succeed.”

Turning her attention to the PDM’s constitution Connolly said: “I was disappointed that the PDM constitution was ignored in relation to the disciplining of Cabinet members

Former minister of education Josephine Connolly

and that the NGC did not have the opportunity to carry out the due diligence and the investigation to which the PDM constitution speaks.”

She said that the founders of the party put this in the constitution to stop ministers being subject to unfair treatment or capricious behaviour by a premier.

“I would like to say to the people who voted for me that I am very resilient and I will continue to represent you to the best of my ability in the House of Assembly.

“I was born in these Islands and I decided to enter into politics late in life because I felt I had something to

offer, something to contribute, to my country and to my people.

“It was a dream come true to be your representative and your minister and I cannot lie that I am disappointed that the opportunity to help my people has been taken away from me.

“To my friends and the many people who have given me words of encouragement over the last three months as the storm clouds gathered, your kind words have sustained me.”

The former education minister has pledged to remain committed to seeing the country flourish and succeed.

Premier defends firing of Josephine Connolly

BY DELANA ISLES ON FRIDAY, June 15, a shocking development within the corridors of the Government rocked the Turks and Caicos Islands as news of the abrupt firing of PDM elected member Josephine Connolly made the rounds of social media.

The initial circulation of an excerpt of the June 15 Gazette revealed that Connolly will no longer serve as a minister of government and a member of Cabinet.

The move was authorised and signed by Governor Dr John Freeman, upon the advice of Premier

Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.

Shortly after the Gazette was published, Cartwright Robinson defended her actions in a press statement.

“I have unfortunately arrived at a place where I have had to ask His Excellency the Governor to revoke the appointment of Hon Josephine Connolly.

“At this juncture, I will say that I thank Hon Connolly for her acceptance of my offer to serve in Cabinet and believe that she will continue to do for the people of this country as they have become accustomed.”

She further went on to state that the appointment, management and revocation, if necessary, of members is the sole responsibility of the Premier and that she accepted the responsibility with humility recognising that tough decisions will come at times along the way.

The move, while not surprising to many political observers, came at a juncture when the Premier is battling negative public opinion on some campaign promises, as well as a recent incident involving the death of a relative of Connolly’s, during which time she is alleged to have conducted herself in an

unprofessional manner.

In addition to the recent fractious political atmosphere, the two powerful women in the PDM have been at odds in relation to the politics of the party for quite a number of years, with many opinions being circulated that Cartwright Robinson is securing her top spot.

However, in an attempt to deflect from these opinions and perceptions, in her press statement, the Premier stated: “It is important that the country understand that this Government and the PDM party is above personalities and will seek to make decisions that are critical for

the advancement of our people as a team.”

She further noted that nation building requires team work and trust and when this is threatened and people are going in different directions and not ahead in one direction as one unit, they cannot deliver for the people.

“Anything other than togetherness is a threat to nation building.”

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

MINISTER’S DISMISSAL

AFTER heading the Government for a little over six months, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson has revoked the appointment of Josephine Connolly as the Minister of Education.

Was this firing premature? Was it justified?

Will it have any effect on the PDM party or the Government? What are your thoughts?

TCI’s interests

The Premier is entitled to change her Cabinet, at her own discretion at any time.

Obviously, she thought someone else would do a better job.

The interests of the country come far before party politics.

Clean and open

If the dismissal is for corruption or any other misdeed, then it is a good sign.

We need clean and open Caribbean governments.

Life will go on

Two esteemed ladies with powerful personalities. Like two matriarchal mastodons eyeing each other up across a primordial swamp.

Perhaps a little of ‘this town ain’t big enough for the two of us’ thrown in for good measure as well. Or quite simply we don’t know the facts.

Most folks thought Josephine would occupy a high position in the Government and the decision-making process.

She will be sorely missed; she has excellent business acumen and a worldliness that many perceive will be lacking now.

It’s hard to see her coming out with the sort of drivel we’ve heard about the new company’s legislation; which in effect is further regulation for a deceased industry.

In any event, life will go on.

Tensions

Two bulls can’t rule in one pen; or two beauties can’t either.

It had been rumoured for quite a while that there were long-standing tensions between the two of them. Now we know.

Disband the department

With so very little being done to improve the deplorable levels of literacy, numeracy and

general knowledge in our government schools, why not disband the Education Department altogether?

The legacy of JAGS McCartney’s misguided policy that TCI children should only be taught by teachers from the Caribbean is a totally dysfunctional education system, out of which parents are pulling their children in droves if they can possibly manage the tuition fees at the private or parochial schools.

One need only compare the average ‘quality’ of a graduate of the pre-McCartney system with one who has been through the ‘all Caribbean’ programme to see the drastic deterioration under the current strategy.

And they wonder why they keep pumping out virtually unemployable high school graduates with very little hope of meaningful employment?

Distasteful

Am not clear on what brought that on, however I don’t think that the process on which it was done, was correct.

As the Government has the power to shift responsibilities around, she could have been given another post in which to serve. I think it was distasteful.

Long overdue

This move was long overdue. Mrs Connolly was elected to replace Akierra Missick and she could have been an improved Minister of Education.

She was so caught up with herself it seemed she wanted more power. Not the way the PDM works.

Maybe she will go over to the PNP where power grabs and bar-room brawls decide who will lead.

Wrong focus

Our leaders need to stop fighting between themselves and concentrate on getting the various ministries that provide services to our population running smoothly and efficiently so our nation can grow and prosper.

As the public understands the Hon Connolly got upset because she felt that the service

provided by the NHIP to her family was not fair and she spoke out about this matter and now she has been fired.

One then must ask if one speaks out about being treated unfairly by other departments such as the Immigration Department, or the Business Licence Department, or Financial Services Department, or the NHIP, will this result in one being persecuted by those in authority?

Like a business

The Premier must have reasons. Not everything is talked. Cleaning out house early is extremely important.

In one of my advanced administration courses at Columbia University, one of our assigned readings was the famous book The God Father, written by Mario Pucci.

If you are doing the people’s business, running the country, then manage it like a business. Who needs to be deleted, must be deleted.

I don’t think that it would have a great effect on the PDM or the country. Life must and will still go on.

Grown profession people need to act likewise; know when, where and what to say.

Positions don’t give us freedom and authority to have constant verbal diarrhoea.

We need to think about repercussions.

Loyalty tested

Josephine was brought into the PDM by Oswald Skippings for the 2012 election. He lost his seat and in the process lost the election for the PDM. Mrs Josephine won in 2012. She won the last PDM at large seat. Her win demonstrated her popularity with non-PDM voters.

We wonder what she will do as a back bench PDM. A move to the other side is an option. Her loyalty will now be tested.

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‘Committed and dedicated’ – Karen Malcolm sworn-in as new education minister

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TCI’s new education minister, Karen Evadney Malcolm, said she is “committed and dedicated” to ensuring that every child receives the best education and opportunities under her stewardship.

Malcolm, who is also the Deputy Speaker of the House of Assembly, was swornin on Tuesday (June 20) by Governor John Freeman, upon commendation of the Premier.

Malcolm’s appointment came on the heels of the removal of former Minister of Education Josephine Connolly after a fallout with the Premier over claims of insolence and falsehood.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, at a press briefing at her office in Providenciales on Tuesday, introduced the new minister to the media and by extension the TCI. She said: “I’m delighted to introduce the newest member of our Cabinet.

“She defied all odds and successfully ran as an all-island candidate in the general election for the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM). She was elected Deputy Speaker shortly after.

“A former banker and assistant accountant at Building Materials, founder of the Heart Foundation and active member of the Soroptimist Club and her church.

She’s a wife, a mother and a grandmother.

“I am pleased to announce that she hails from the island of Grand Turk and has resided in Providenciales for over two decades, Honourable Karen Evadney Malcolm is the new Minister for Education, Sports and Library Services and we have every confidence that she will make Turks and Caicos proud and will serve these islands well.”

Malcolm, speaking to the TCI for the first time in her new capacity, said that she was grateful to God for the opportunity to serve her people.

She said: “I’m grateful to serve in the capacity as the minister of education. Let me first say a special thank you to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands who elected me on December 15 as their representative.

“I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the students who took the GSAT examination last month and

earlier this month. I would like to say congratulations; you did an exceptional job.

“Congratulations also to the parents and teachers, because I know that without teachers the students would not have been as successful as they were.”

The new education minister pledged to leave no stone unturned to ensure that each child receives optimal education in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Informing the territory of her humble beginnings, Malcolm said: “I am and will always be a Turks and Caicos Islander. I was born in Grand Turk, I migrated to the Bahamas where I received my education.

“I knew that I would return to these beautiful islands because God placed in my heart at an early age, the love and respect for my home country and today I can say that God had been faithful to his promise and it’s all because of his grace that I am here today and I so pleased that he has chosen me.

“This is my season and I ask the people of the Turks and Caicos to continue to support me, continue to support our ministers as we continue to do our best for each and every one living here among us.”

Malcom said she is confident that her experience, passion and love for children and the youth will enable her to address challenges within the ministry from an informed

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson appoints Karen Malcom as the new Education Minister

viewpoint.

Chief among her achievements over the years is her role in getting the Ministry of Health to send twins with heart condition to the UK. She is a past president of Soroptimist International of Providenciales.

One of her many significant roles is to assist and mentor two young girls from their adopted Government schools and provide hygienic items for them at the beginning of each term.

In addition, Malcom is the past president of Women Aglow Int’l Grand Turk Chapter.

She spends her free Saturdays, volunteering at the Providenciales library assisting children with reading.

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that this side of the country was showcased to the world especially via the internet.

“We are fully aware that the recent weeks were fuelled by different agendas and motives and by disgruntled individuals who sought to exploit a private family matter for political and personal gain.

“We are confident that this will all pass and we welcome being held to account and for persons expressing themselves freely as we as humans have a right to that basic right but we

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ask that we do so respectfully and truthfully.”

Despite the negative atmosphere, she assured that the Government remains committed to delivering on the promised change for the people of the country, and that they will not allow the distractions to deter them from governance.

She added: “This does not mean that we will ignore the voice of the people but that we will accept criticism when it is meant to be constructive and when it is truthful.”

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of shareholders other than from profits or shareholders’ equity.

She noted that the bill achieves this much more directly by prohibiting distribution unless after the distribution company satisfies the solvency tests.

She further explained that the new bill replaces the classification of exempted companies with the term international companies, and that the reason for this is to keep these exemptions as limited as possible.

She noted that the difference between international and domestic companies is that international ones require a professionally registered agent and there is also some provision for ownership of land.

This provision will be kept under review as when it was introduced in 1993 it appears that it was designed to restrict ownership of land to certain persons, however, the AG said that it has certainly not had that effect.

The new bill also requires a professional agent for all companies.

There are four types of companies that can be incorporated, these are – domestic, international, non-profit and protected sell companies.

The bill provides for a

standard application form for the purposes of keeping the articles of incorporation clear of any indication that it is likely to change over time.

The AG added that the concept of ultra vires has been abolished, so the new bill now allows a company to do anything that an entity or a person can do, although there are safeguards to prevent the misuse of companies.

The bill also requires every person to keep a register of persons with a beneficial interest more than 25 percent in the company.

This register of companies will be required to maintain a central register of persons with significant beneficial interests, which will be capped on a company to company basis.

This information will be confidential and not open to the public, however it will be open to law enforcement, BraithwaiteKnowles pointed out.

The new bill provides for these records will now be kept for 20 years (formerly five) in electronic form.

Registration of charges, mergers and consolidation, liquidation, striking off and dissolution are also covered and modernised in the new bill, the AG informed.

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Connolly claims her removal was unconstitutional – Premier refutes the allegations

BY DELANA ISLES NOW former minister of education, Josephine Connolly has stated that the constitution of the People’s Democratic Government (PDM) was not properly applied in her removal as a minister of government and member of Cabinet.

Connolly’s claims came following the revocation of her appointments by the Governor, Dr John Freeman, who was acquiescing to the advice of the Premier to remove the member from her government.

In a Facebook post on Monday, June 19, Connolly outlined portions of the PDM’s constitution to substantiate her allegations.

It read: “Section 24.6 extract from the PDM Constitution - “a.

If the leader is dissatisfied with the performance of any minister of the Cabinet, he shall refer the matter to the National General Council (NGC) for appropriate action. “b. The National General Council after due deliberations and investigation shall advise the Leader to the necessary action to be taken.”

She stated in the post that the drafters of the PDM constitution were far sighted enough to see that there may be occasions when

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ministers of government need the protection of due process and that while the powers of the Premier are many and varied, one of the few checks on a Premier’s actions are strong minded, independent thinking ministers.

“The drafters of the PDM constitution understood this and with this clause provided protection for ministers against arbitrary and unfair actions by a Premier.

“It is ironic that in the month that we celebrated our national hero, the honourable JAGS McCartney, as a visionary, the constitution that he brought into force anticipated an event 40 years in the future of a disagreement between a premier and a minister.

“The Honourable JAGS McCartney reaches out over the decades with the tools to deal with these situations, it is just a question of whether we as a party have the strength to use them,” Connolly stated in her post.

She further noted that in her case

there was no referral to the NGC, no due deliberation, no investigation and no opportunity for her to answer the false allegations.

She added: “The reason I can say this with 100 percent certainty is that I am a member of the NGC. “The Premier firing me as minister was against the constitution of the PDM.” When this publication put the allegations made by Connolly to her, at a press conference on Tuesday, the Premier claimed otherwise.

“The same thing I would say to anyone that poses a question to me about Cabinet and Cabinet functions, what happens in our NGC is not really to be discussed publicly.

“And we are bound by our constitution and she [Connolly] would have had an opportunity to raise that at the NGC level where it is appropriately raised and discussed.”

The Premier also refused to comment on Connolly’s claims that she was not given a chance to defend the allegations made against her, stating that it is a matter for the NGC. She further pointedly stated that Connolly still has a future with the PDM as she has not resigned from the party.

“I think she has made it abundantly clear that she will continue to serve.”

She added that decisions taken by her or the NGC are not based on street talk or what is said on social media.

“We are more sound, logical and reasoning in our governance.”

Post-election report now published – $5k spent by all three parties THIS past week the Integrity Commission published the first part of its post-election 2016 report outlining the registration process and donations received by the political parties and independent candidates.

Director of the Commission, Eugene Otuonye QC noted that the preparation and publishing of the report is an important statutory responsibility of the commission aimed at promoting transparency, openness and accountability.

It also strengthens public trust and confidence in the parliamentary and democratic process, he said.

He stated that the commission recognises that the monitoring of political financing in TCI remains the first of its kind in the Caribbean even after two general elections.

“The commission wishes therefore to commend the political parties and candidates for their high compliance rate and cooperation with the commission in the successful implementation of the ordinance during the last general elections.”

The report, which can be found on the commission’s website www. integritycommission.tc, gives an

overview of the regulatory controls under the Political Activities Ordinance and how these were managed and administered by the commission.

In addition, the report briefly covers the commission’s role in relation to constitutional notice requirements.

Under the Political Activities Ordinance, the commission, among other things, has the responsibility to monitor campaign donations and spending during elections by the political parties and candidates and to ensure they comply with the provisions of the law in this regard.

These requirements include, keeping to statutory limits of donations from individual donors and ensuring that only permissible donations are accepted.

They are required also to adhere to expenditure limits, permissible expenditure items and submitting returns of their campaign donations and expenditure to the commission during and after the elections.

The report is based on the campaign donations returns submitted by the political parties and independent

candidates to the commission and contains information such as total donations reported by each political party and independent candidates in comparison to each other, and the sources of their donations, whether from companies, individuals or selffinanced.

The report shows, that the three political parties together reported a total campaign donations of $576,708.

Of this total, Progressive National Party (PNP) reported $268,798 or 47 percent; People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) reported $297,142 or 52 percent and Progressive Democratic Alliance (PDA) reported $10,769 or two percent.

The ten independent candidates together reported a total donation of $129,353.

Details of the donations reported by each of the independent candidates are set out in the report.

Part two of the report will be published in July, 2017, and will focus on the actual campaign expenditure incurred by the respective political parties and the independent candidates.

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CHHS to undergo major upgrade for new school year

BY DELANA ISLES A MAJOR overhaul to the Clement Howell High School (CHHS) has been pushed back and is now slated to be completed in time for the new school year, this September.

In a recent sitting of the House of Assembly last week, PNP elected member Akierra Missick sought answers from the Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning on the progress and scope of the work to be done to the school.

Minister Goldray Ewing responded that the upgrading of the CHHS commenced on December 19, and was initially slated for a 180-day completion.

However, this time frame was revised due to the recent variances that came up for the project.

He added that there has been no recent time frame set for the project due to some other more recent changes.

He told the House that the project is proving to have numerous problems, and that these issues were unforeseen.

However, he assured that the upgrades will be carried out in time for September this year.

The scope of the project, as

outlined by the minister during the sitting of the House, is as follows: The demolition and construction of the stairs and balcony on the Claudette block, the demolition and construction of the support column for the structural steel beam on the Adams block.

Demolition and construction of the concrete back wall on the ground floor of the Adams block, resurfacing of the ground floor to the Adams block.

Demolition of the existing roof sheeting and installation of plywood, peel and seal roof sheeting to the Samuel Forbes block.

Demolition and construction of the ceiling to the upper floor of the Samuel Forbes block, removal and replacing of floor tiles to some of the classroom blocks, demolition and construction of internal walls separating classrooms in the Samuel Forbes block.

Replacement of windows, doors and electrical lighting to the classroom blocks, replacing and installation of AC units, painting of the classroom blocks.

And the refurbishment and upgrade to the woodwork and electrical lab, and refurbishment and upgrade to the food lab.

Treatment abroad policy being revised, health minister says

BY DELANA ISLES MINISTER of Health, Edwin Astwood has announced that his ministry will be conducting a review of the treatment abroad policy to ensure that it benefits the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The announcement was made at a press conference on Tuesday (June 20) at the Hilly Ewing Building in Providenciales, during a press conference.

According to the minister: “It is not really working for our people as it should work. There are some changes that we are looking at.

“Of course, we will evaluate all changes that can take place and can be afforded by Turks and Caicos Islands Government.”

He further stated that the Government will also be reviewing the institutions that it sends patients to for treatment abroad, in order to assess them and to try to bring more acceptable institutions on board.

The minister added: “That is being done and that is an exercise that will be carried out in the next two months so we can have a much better treatment abroad

policy that everyone in the Turks and Caicos Islands will feel comfortable with.”

Astwood’s announcement comes on the heels of major issues that have been reported with the country’s treatment abroad policy.

The most recent one involved the Smith family, and the death of infant Konnor Smith on June 4.

The child, who was born premature, subsequently succumbed to complications with his birth, following some issues that arose between the family and the National Health Insurance Board for him to be flown overseas to a country of their preference.

Konnor Smith was set to the airlifted overseas for treatment, but passed away before the arrangements were finalised.

Media reports, and some social media interactions, threw the blame on the NHIP, with a number of accusations being bandied about favouritism and preferential treatment.

It is alleged that the Smith family initially wanted the baby to be airlifted to the United States and that the cost involved was not entirely covered under the NHIP plan.

June 24 - 30, 2017

Precious Treasures tops GSAT again

BY DELANA ISLES “IT WAS really exciting and I am very elated by my success in my examinations and this experience is evidence to me that hard work really and truly does pay off.”

These were the words of a very happy sixth grader Jade Clarke of Precious Treasures, on her major accomplishment at the Grade Six Assessment Test (GSAT).

Clarke, who received 94.95 percent to top the country, credits her success to determination and an incredible support base, both at home and at school.

“Entering six grade I decided I would try for a scholarship and to get first place in GSAT. My mother and my father encouraged me, my teachers and my principal were all very helpful, they supported me in my decision to aim for my goal,” Clarke said.

Meanwhile, Precious Treasures is certainly no new comer to snagging the coveted top spot in the country, as the school has developed and maintained an impeccable record of putting out high performing students.

Principal Annoina Jones substantiated this: “Everyone expects Precious Treasures to put out a good showing at the national exams and we are very happy that we have not disappointed persons who are looking on for us to do well.

“But this particular year it is particularly exciting not just to have a student who have once again placed first in the country but to have one of the highest overall average as the average for our grade six class is 86 percent.”

2017 GSAT RESULTS Four hundred and forty-five students sat the examinations held

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on May 31 and June 1; of that number 358 students scored 50 percent or higher.

The pass rate for 2017 is 80.45 percent compared with 75.1 percent in 2016.

The pass rate in mathematics and English language increased by 7.89 percent and 9.99 percent respectively compared with the pass rates in 2016.

The pass rate in science decreased by 8.74 percent and there was also a decrease in the pass rate for the general paper.

Adrienne Parry of Ona Glinton Primary scored 97.6 percent in Mathematics, Jade Clarke of Precious Treasures scored 94 percent in English, Evadne Gardiner scored 99 percent in Science and Kaidan Bobb of Mills Institute scored 97 percent in the general paper.

The top ten students in the country are Jade Clarke - Precious Treasures International 94.95 percent; Adrienne Parry - Ona Glinton Primary 94.67 percent; Evadne Gardiner - Providence International Academy 93.24 percent; Talia Simms Ona Glinton Primary 93.05 percent; Shaina Forbes - Ona Glinton Primary 92.67 percent; Dani Reynoso Reyes - Richmond Hill Preparatory 91.81 percent; Anika Harry - Richmond Hill Preparatory 90.86 percent; Antwon Walkin - Ianthe Pratt Primary 90 percent; Kaidain Bobb - Mills Institute 90 percent and Khouri Swann - Ona Glinton Primary 90 percent.

The Grade Six Achievement prize giving ceremonies are carded to take place from Monday, July 3, to Thursday, July 6, under the theme, ‘Recognising achievements – Promoting excellence.’

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New batch of passports ready for distribution

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE DEPARTMENT of Registration and Birth is in receipt of a new batch of passports.

Applicants throughout the Islands are being urged to collect theirs in a timely manner.

Minister of Border Control and Employment, Sean Astwood at a press conference on Tuesday (June 20) emphasised that his ministry is working feverishly to improve the lengthy process of issuing passports.

He said: “We are now in receipt of a new batch of completed passports from the UK, so persons who would’ve been waiting on their passports for some time now please contact the Department of Customer Service and inquire.

“Over the next couple of weeks we will be receiving a lot more.”

The minister noted that collaborative work between his ministry and the United Kingdom will ensure that the process is quicker.

“We have opened up a more direct line with the UK in trying to facilitate these passports as well as streamlining some of our own processes and making sure that we have adequate staff in that department.

“But also management is looking at the process to ensure that persons submitting applications are doing it the right way and all the correct information and supporting documents are present.

“That gives their application the best chance of succeeding once we would’ve processed it and sent it off to the UK.” MINISTRY TO IMPROVE PASSPORT BACKLOG Following numerous complaints from the public the ministry has taken

Minister of Border Control Sean Astwood`

a strategic approach to revamping the passport system.

This will see the length of time taken to renew a Turks and Caicos Islands passport reduced.

Last year the Government made a decision to electronically transfer all applications for Turks and Caicos Islands passports to the United Kingdom.

According to the ministry, those who qualify and submit completed applications will experience shorter processing times and a swifter return of their printed passport.

The decision to transfer the printing of passports followed recommendations made by UK parliamentary committees and the National Audit Office in 2007.

They suggested that production of British passports be repatriated to Her Majesty’s Passport Office in the UK. A working group consisting of senior officials from each of the UK overseas territories was set up in 2011 to identify potential issues and to ensure that the revised processes were workable and sustainable.

The transfer of passport applications from the Turks and Caicos Islands began in July 2015 - it proposed faster turn-around

times, but some challenges were experienced along the way.

The ministry has disclosed that discussions were held with Her Majesty’s Passport Office (HMPO) and the members of the Registration and Citizenship Department within the ministry to address the passport backlog.

During the meetings, staff identified that the key factors impacting the service delivery of passports are the lack of dedicated resources to the passport processing unit and the need for further knowledge development in the various British Nationality Acts and their applications.

The ministry stated that: “While these gaps are the main contributors to the significant delays, it was further identified that a smaller number of passport applications are being affected by incomplete submissions of documents by customers.

“The passport application process is two-pronged, with a local approval process prior to them being uploaded electronically to the processing site utilised by HMPO for verification of details and the final printing of the passport facility.”

The Weekly News was informed that on May 30 that management within the ministry undertook a reassignment of duties among the personnel within the Registration and Citizenship Department to increase the number of resources that are now dedicated to the processing of passport applications.

This, along with the temporary staff that the ministry recently employed, was designed to assist in decreasing the backlog locally, while efforts were made to organise the much-needed training in the BNA and other HMPO policies for the overall reduction in the inaccuracies being recorded in the application process.

Police warn against spreading false information

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE SPREADING of misleading information during ongoing investigations will not be tolerated, according to a police press statement.

This warning was issued by the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) following a social media post written on an ongoing investigation.

It spoke about a rape claim made by a female victim.

The woman said that she was sexually assaulted by a Turks and Caicos Island man, who is also a public figure.

The police statement read: “In recent days some local media agencies in the Turks and Caicos Islands have been making comment

on a potential police investigation into an allegation of a serious sexual assault.

“The reporting has cited what it says is details of the offence which have not been provided by the RTCIPF. “It is normal practice for the force not to provide any personal data of investigations until at least a person is charged with an offence. This case is no different.”

Acting deputy commissioner for the RTCIPF, Trevor Botting, said that the reporting of such matters without proof, in his view, was inappropriate and irresponsible.

He said: “The recent reporting by some media agencies in the Turks and Caicos regarding an allegation

of a serious sexual offence has been, in my view inappropriate and irresponsible.

“Whilst I can confirm that an allegation has been made by a female of a serious sexual assault and a criminal investigation was commenced and remains ongoing, no person has been charged with any offences.

“A man was arrested and remains on bail.”

Botting added that no further comment will be made at this stage regarding the details of this investigation.

He urged the public to refrain from speculating or making comment within the media or social media regarding this investigation as this can have an adverse impact on the

Acting deputy commissioner Trevor Botting

investigation and the administration of justice.

“I reiterate that this matter remains

under investigation and further public comment may interfere with the criminal investigation,” he said.

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Let them eat cake Dear Editor, Marie-Antoinette (1755-93), the Queen consort of Louis XVI, is supposed to have said this when she was told that the French populace had no bread to eat.

Marie-Antoinette understood little about the plight of the poor and could not have cared less.

Turks and Caicos Islands Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson declared much of the same sentiment on Tuesday, June 13, when the PDM Government unanimously rejected a parliamentary bill brought by the PNP Opposition stating that all tips should go to hospitality staff.

Apparently Sharlene Cartwright Robinson knows or understands little about the plight of poor and middleclass Turks and Caicos Islanders in the service industry who depend on gratuities to supplement their low hourly wages.

With ten resounding votes of no reverberating throughout the TCI from the NJS Francis Building on Grand Turk, the parliamentary bill stating that all tips should go to hospitality staff was effectively killed with Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson leading the chorus.

She is hardly a Premier for ‘the people’ but the hotel, restaurant and business community will be pleased at another delay in doing the right thing.

The Governor’s two appointed members - Shamard Butterfield and John Phillips - abstained from voting and effectively demonstrated that they are spineless puppets who would not want to endure the wrath of the hotel, restaurant and business community for making a decision that might be considered ‘proworker’.

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 of this year.

One must ask, ‘Why will it take until December for the PDM to make a simple decision and do the right thing.’

What is the precedent for allowing employers to continue stealing gratuities from employees until Christmas?

That’s what it’s called when you take something that does not belong to you - stealing.

A tip is money a customer leaves for an employee over the amount due for the goods sold or services rendered.

If you question that definition, ask customers who leave a tip where they think the tips are supposed to go.

An employer should never retain any portion of a gratuity; the

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South Caicos episodes MANY of our young people have yet to realise that South Caicos was once the economic and social giant of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Its economy was booming, boosted by the export of salt, marine products and a hospitality sector, and this fed into the development of a small, vibrant business sector along with an uptick in the building construction trades.

Also, the people were and still are welcoming to anyone who came to its shores.

All this brought about a type of culture unique to the island, which contributed to the formation of particular behaviours, giving rise to certain episodes involving certain characters.

These episodes impacted its social life.

One episode involved a small businessman who was talkative and had a sense of being right on everything.

He spent more time talking than serving his customers.

He wore a short pants, had a protruding tummy and a receding headline.

This shopkeeper played the organ in his church and when he played he sang so loudly you could barely hear the organ.

But what was intriguing was that he was choosey with the

BY OLIVER MILLS

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

goods he sold. Whenever particular goods were scarce, but his business carried them, he would refuse to sell to those who patronised other businesses.

He would reprimand them for not ever giving him any business but preferred others, and then tell them his goods were for his loyal customers.

This businessman was well known for always threatening to “slap” someone, and every visitor to his store was told the story of the last person he slapped.

To him it was a badge of honour, although he preached as well. Could someone tell others how to live, but not take their own advice?

The cultural behaviour of two different types of South Caicos fishermen forms the next episode.

One fisherman, in the early evening, would bait his pots, set them and retrieve them the following morning.

The fish were taken from the pots, emptied in a container and placed on individual bunches.

Buyers would crowd around selecting which bunch they wanted.

This happened each morning and was the way this fisherman earned his livelihood.

His fish were caught in fish-pots, but the other type of fishermen used a fishnet and specialised in catching bonefish.

When the tide was low the bonefish came in schools which made them vulnerable to the fishermen’s net.

The strategy was to designate each section of the net to a fisherman, form a circle around the bonefish, then close in.

The fishnet was then pulled to the boat and its contents emptied and shared. The fish were taken to shore and sold.

Real episodes from South Caicos’ culture.

gratuities belong to the employees.

It’s time to ‘do the right thing’ by the biggest group of workers who serve as daily ambassadors to the visitors to our shores.

The Premier need not lobby on behalf of the hotel, restaurant and business community. They are doing just fine.

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An employer should never retain any portion of a gratuity - gratuities belongs to the employees.

Civilised governments and employers worldwide recognise that tips and gratuities belong to the employee.

The PDM Government of the TCI should recognise the same or expect to lose the next election for failing the people and catering to donors and business at the expense the people (again).

Edith Delancy, Providenciales

I’m baffled!

Dear Editor, Thank you so kindly for affording me the space in your newspaper today and for the last 18 years, allowing my voice to be heard nationally.

It is said that the voice of the people, is the voice of God. And so, I respect the decisions on December 15, 2016, giving the People’s Democratic Movement the governing authority for the Turks and Caicos Islands over my party, the Progressive National Party.

I want to again, take this time to thank the electorates of Wheeland ED 10, who supported me. I assure you, that I am here as your voice, holding this government and your member of parliament Hon Vaden Delroy Williams, accountable for the many promises he made during his campaign.

We must remind our representative, Hon Vaden Williams, that words mean so much more than what was set out in his colourful manifesto.

It takes the human voice, combine with a determination and will to work relentlessly, in an effort to get the job done.

It is time that we see our representative as a ‘doer’ and not just a ‘talker’. We need true representation.

During these last six months, I like many others have experienced a roller coaster ride from this current administration that exceeds that of any other government in this beautiful by nature Turks and Caicos.

It makes me question the competence of the administration to function effectively under their assigned portfolios.

Don’t get me wrong, I have the utmost respect for all members/ ministers of the Government. Some are great entrepreneurs and have done incredibly well for themselves.

But in running this country, I am baffled by the decisions/lack of decisions they continue to make.

To me, it seems as if they are experimenting with the country’s affairs.

My people of ED10 and the Turks and Caicos at large, it is not too early to commence holding our electorates responsible for their actions. It was

‘change’ that was promised and it should be responsible, accountable and worthwhile change that should be sought after.

Change that will meet the demands of the masses, holding the PDM Government accountable for the many promises made.

In the words of the PNP, a promise made, is a promise kept.

I pose the question to you my people. Are you satisfied with the campaign promises made thus far?

In my eyes, the people have been deceived already in this early stage of governance.

One hundred percent gratuity/ service charge for hospitality - they scrapped that!

Delroy Williams campaigned on the Police Station in Wheeland for 24 hours opening - still shut and lock up like a coffin!

The lights for Millennium Heights.

Priton is only awaiting a letter from the Government for installation of their lights, however, it is alleged that Hon Williams has said to Priton that it is not his responsibility, it’s Hon Goldray Ewing’s responsibility.

He’s the minister responsible.

The Promenade in North Caicos how incompetent can a government be, allowing tax payers hard earn money to enrich the Higgs developers?

Conflict of interest and Cabinet/ Hon Higgs should know better!

Firing of a minister in just six short months! Come on, when will this whirlwind stop?

No concrete evidence for the reasons for her firing, but if it is due to lack of incompetence, then they all should be fired based on the successes thus far.

The campaign season is over. It is time to put differences aside and get on with the country’s business.

I wish this Government well and lots of success, for it will only benefit the people of this country.

This is not personal, just my voice in the mist, that will not be drowned out by the roar of fear.

Dameko Canez Dean, Real reliable representation

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Government to remove Mega One Triton wreck by December

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT is making a concerted effort to remove the Mega One Triton wreckage on Governor’s Beach in Grand Turk by December.

This was revealed by the Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs during a recent Government press conference on Tuesday (June 20).

He said: “We continue to make significant steps in the removal of the boat on the beach and it is our desire to have the boat completely removed hopefully by the end of the year.”

The minister noted that additional information on the process will be divulged at a subsequent press conference.

Higgs in an interview with the Weekly News said that while he is not at liberty to disclose the exact cost of the vessel’s removal, the Government has already retendered the contract.

He also noted that a preliminary assessment is currently being conducted to determine the state of the Mega One Triton wreck.

The vessel, which has become an eyesore, disabled and anchored off Government Dock in the capital and was eventually grounded at Governor’s Beach during the passage of hurricane Sandy in October 22, 2002.

The vessel started life as a tender vessel supplying offshore oilrigs.

There were about 190 litres of fuel on board and about 150 litres of

Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs

motor oil when it became grounded.

After it was decommissioned and sold to a retired captain, the ship supplied the Turks and Caicos Islands with building materials from the Dominican Republic for more than 20 years.

According to a release from the Government, CWaves, a UKbased Maritime and Engineering Consultancy, conducted an initial assessment and proposed a range of options to be considered for the safe and efficient removal of the wreck from Governor’s Beach in an environmentally friendly manner.

Commenting on the assessment Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs said: “I am grateful for the assistance of CWaves and their input which will help with the removal of Mega One Triton, which has become unsightly on one of our most popular beaches over the years.

“My Government stands firm on seeing the removal of this impediment in a timely manner.”

Mega One Triton wreck on Governor’s beach

This consultancy was awarded to CWaves following a tender process, and was funded by the UK Government.

CWaves will be responsible for overall management of the project through to completion.

Members of the public are being advised to refrain from climbing on or entering the wreck due to the deterioration in its condition, and potential exposure to hazardous substances remaining on board.

On January 28, 2013, the

Government charged the vessel’s agents, due to the absence of the owner, Ked Megnath.

Four people were charged with various offences under the National Parks, Coastal Protection and Marine Pollution Ordinances.

As reported previously, the safeguards to be put in place prior to the vessel’s removal to protect the local environment include: The removal of several thousand gallons of contaminated water and fuel that if released into the environment during

the removal, pose a significant environmental threat.

Specialised equipment must be employed to skim the petroleumbased contaminants from the surface of the water in an effort to remove the most hazardous of materials.

The remainder of the water must be pumped and transported to an upland location for safe disposal.

At the same time that toxic fluids are being removed, oil booms and turbidity curtains must be deployed to contain any potential spills.

COMMENTARY

The elected boss man OUR Premier won more votes in the 2012 election than any other candidate. However, her party lost that contest by one seat.

Due to the disappointments of the 2012-2016 Ewing and Misick government everyone wanted to run for election in 2016.

We were so anxious for the election - remember?

Vote winner Sharlene faced competition from the other party, their estranged candidates and disjointed PDMs who ran as independents.

None of these made strong showings but they did siphon off votes.

Nevertheless, Sharlene won and so did her party. She was and is the undisputed Premier.

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 acknowledge the Haitian view of leadership. When a person hires you he or she is known as the exclusive boss or ‘boss man’.

In democratic politics, the people elect who they want as leader and boss.

‘Change’ was the PDM platform’s keyword and change is what we are experiencing. Change in tone and change in policies.

There will be another election in four years. Meanwhile when one under the boss openly snipes at the boss they do not recognise the ‘boss man’ concept or the democratic process that elected the boss.

At the beginning of the 20th century a man named Fred W Taylor laid down the principles of a well-run organisation. These rules are learned in ‘Business 101’.

Government and business follow these rules. Authority is delegated to ministers. The ‘boss man’ sets the policies and the ministers carry them out.

The details are left to the minister. If the policy does not work the minister must check back with the boss leader and between them the issues are resolved.

Premier and ministers must work as a team. The Cabinet must join together to affect needed progress.

Everyone in government must follow rules and advise their superiors of their plans.

Further when a minister attempts to diminish the authority of the elected leader they do not understand politics or business.

The campaign is over and the choices have been dictated by the

voters and within the party framework.

We are only one eighth of the way through an election cycle. We must give our new leader every chance to succeed.

The first commandment talks about authority. Render to God what is God’s.

We must honour our voters’ choice and the authority they have assigned.

We have moved away from the days of purchased power grabs and intimidation. We are closer to true elected power.

Let us give it a chance to work.

Sharlene Cartwright Robinson is the Premier and will remain Premier for at least four more years, God willing. She is the elected ‘boss man’.

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The happiness that dwells in the soul

TCI culinary team brings home gold medal from Taste of the Caribbean competition

TCI culinary team brings home gold medal

BY DAISY HANDFIELD SEVEN chefs and one bartender from the Turks and Caicos Islands competed in the Taste of the Caribbean culinary competition in the United States and brought home gold medals.

The group travelled to Miami, Florida, on June 2 to compete in the international competition.

Last year’s team brought home a silver medal overall.

A press conference was held on Wednesday, June 14, and the chefs and bartender shared their experiences of the competition.

Team leader Colin Watson said that he has seen tremendous improvement from the team and he was impressed by their attitudes overall.

He said: “It was an honour to take the team. They were a great bunch.”

TCI culinary junior chef Wilkiens Martin, who was a recipient of a gold medal, said that the bar was already set high by last year’s team and that he considers that he put out his best into the competition.

“I will never forget the junior camp where I started from. When I started at the Lil Chefs camp, I did not know how to hold knife or do basic things.

“However, today I am working my way up the ladder and one day I will be the executive chef of one of the resorts on island,” he said.

Martin also shared some advice for those who want to be successful in their fields of interest, stating that regardless how impossible things seem, giving up should never be an option.

He said: “If you have a dream, you have to work for it. It will not come easy, but there has to be a passion that burns inside of you.

“Once it is inside of you, you have to work for it. Yes, sometimes you might say it is hard and that there is no help out there, but if you look for it, you will find people out there who are willing to help you to grow.”

Bartender at the Seven Stars resort and bartender with the culinary team, Jean Toussaint, said that he was proud to be given the opportunity to compete against trained mixologists.

He added that although he may not possess the certificates that some of the international mixologists at the competition have, he feels that he still has a lot of knowledge.

He said: “This year I got a bronze medal and last year I got a silver.

I consider that I did really well because these guys are some of the best mixologists in their countries.

“What I learnt can be implemented into my cocktails that I make at my job.”

New tourism director to travel across the States – Ramon Andrews said he wants to promote brand TCI

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE NEW director of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board, Ramon Andrews, said that he plans on increasing visitor numbers to the highest ever recorded.

In an interview with media this week, Andrews explained that he and his colleagues will be doing a lot of travelling throughout the United States to further promote the chain of Islands.

He added that he will soon leave the country for a week to visit New York, New Jersey and Connecticut and that during that time he will be speaking to a number of travel agents.

He said: “At least 80 percent of our visitors come from that area, so

Director of Tourism Ramon Andrews

it is always good to go and reinforce that relationship that we have in these areas with our partners.

“Of course, we already have a good relationship with them, but touching base every now and again, letting them know that we appreciate their business, not only from a hotel stand point, but from a brand stand point…”

Andrews also revealed that the TCI Tourist Board has partnered with clothing brand Polo and they will be collaborating on an event in the Hamptons [Long Island], in an effort to attract high end clients to the TCI as well.

Andrews has been appointed the new Director of the TCI Tourist Board, succeeding Ralph Higgs who resigned this past summer to pursue a career in politics.

The announcement was made during a Cabinet meeting last November.

He will serve for two years as the TCI Tourist Board Director.

Andrews managed a number of small resorts in the TCI before moving to Harbour Island in the Bahamas, where up to his appointment was managing an upscale resort there.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in hospitality from Johnson and Wales University in the United States.

WHAT do my seven-year-old daughter Elphina, Capt Allen Dickenson (aka ‘Shine’), the good captain’s son, the owner of the Salt Raker Inn in Grand Turk and handful of other readers of this column have in common?

They’ve all been nagging - ever so gently, but nagging none the less.

When am I going to start writing again? has been the question put to me more than

BY TITUS DE BOER I care to remember, since I last Titus de Boer, who originally put pen to paper. moved to the TCI from Germany in 1989, is a And it’s not like there hasn’t journalist by training and been noteworthy material to currently works as an art comment on. From the fire promoter and consultant in that ravaged the popular ‘Sand Grand Turk and internationally.

Bar’ watering hole on Grand Turk, Salt Cay Day, the National Heroes Day celebrations to the new Government’s first six months in office - there certainly wasn’t a lack of subject matter.

So why the break from writing? I guess, as much as I didn’t want to admit it, I was struggling to come to terms with the death of my father.

He’d passed away (in his sleep) in late March, aged 91, and as much as I didn’t think it would affect me, other than the initial sense of loss, I guess it did.

Thank God for Salt Cay, its people and a way of life that is really quite unique in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

If there is one thing I have learned during the past, somewhat trying, few months, is that once the ‘Salt Cay family’ has taken you in, they really do look after you.

And so it was in the aftermath of my recent loss. For weeks I had regular visitors. Some came for just a chat, some stopped over for tea, others brought food. All of them had a kind word.

Not that Salt Cay people aren’t sociable to begin with, but this genuine care for a fellow resident going through a rough time, was really very special.

So more than anything else, this ‘come back column’ is also my very personal ‘thank you’ to the people of Salt Cay. It was during a routine trip aboard the Brittany Leigh (Salt Cay’s trusty and trusted link to the outside world), from Grand Turk back to Salt Cay that I suddenly snapped out of it (whatever one wants to call ‘it’).

Here were all the familiar faces, enjoying the commute back to their beloved island. Each one of them lost in his/her thoughts but so obviously content to be going back to the ‘island that time forgot’.

And as the vessel was gently rocked by the waves of the increasingly warm, majestic summer seas, one couldn’t help but notice the genuine happiness of all the fellow passengers.

From the ship’s mates having a cheerful banter with some of the older gents, the local musician all dressed in bright red dancing to his latest composition, to the elderly ladies having an animated chat about this day’s retail experience in the nation’s capital - here was a boatful of unquestionably content people.

The Greek philosopher Democritus once wrote: “Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold, happiness dwells in the soul.”

He might as well have been writing about Salt Cay - for here is the key (forgive the pun).

Whereas Providenciales residents, by the sheer, fast paced nature of the busy environment they live in, appear to be chasing the big bucks constantly, the emphasis on Salt Cay is placed more on living life (admittedly a very simple life) to the fullest and to never lose that sense of admiration and awe for one’s natural surroundings.

In Salt Cay, happiness truly dwells in the souls - of its people.

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TCI Blood Bank in critical need of O positive blood

BY DAISY HANDFIELD RESIDENTS with O positive blood are being urged to visit the Blood Bank at the TCI Hospital to donate blood immediately.

This message was sent on a text message from the Department of Health on Tuesday (June 20).

Ricardo Missick, medical technologist at the public health lab, explained that although the TCI Hospital is in urgent need of O positive blood, all blood types are welcome.

He encouraged potential donors to visit the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre in Providenciales, or the Cockburn Medical Centre in Grand Turk to donate blood.

Missick explained: “Blood stocks are down and we need to get blood stocks up.

“We usually try to keep at least 15 units of blood for Providenciales and at least five units or more for Grand Turk.”

Missick added that although the Blood Bank frequently has many donors, there is only a small percentage of the people’s blood that they are able to use, for a number of reasons.

He encouraged everyone who is 17 or older and in good health, to go down to the hospital from Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 4.30pm and state that they are

Gov’t hosts workshop on Geographic Information System

BY DAISY HANDFIELD

Medical technologist at the public health lab, Ricardo Missick

interested in donating blood.

If it is a large group that is interested in donating blood, the blood bank will facilitate those individuals on a weekend.

The blood bank and the blood supplying system have been divided into two major activity centres.

One is the inventory and the supply chain side, which falls under the administrative control of the Ministry of Health.

The Ministry of Health is responsible for contacting donors

and bringing them in to donate blood.

Then, there is the transfusion service which is under the laboratory at InterHealth Canada.

The donors go and they donate a unit of blood which receives initial testing, then it goes to the main hospital lab where the testing is repeated.

If the physician deems that the patient needs a blood transfusion they then complete the testing and carry out the transfusion at the laboratory.

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RESIDENTS and visitors from the British Virgin Islands participated in a Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping workshop this week.

The workshop was held at the Department of Environment and Coastal Resources in Providenciales from Monday, June 19, to Thursday, June 22.

GIS can capture, store, check and display data related to positions on the Earth’s surface.

It can also show many different kinds of data on one map, which enables people to more easily see, analyse, and understand patterns and relationships.

Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs was present at the opening of the workshop and brought brief remarks.

He welcomed the visitors to the Turks and Caicos Islands and added that he was excited to have this type of technology on the Islands.

“During the course of this exercise, I am sure you will examine techniques that will significantly benefit the TCI and our region.

“The use of remote sensing data proves that GIS provides an excellent opportunity to easily plan and manage the environment in the most sustainable manner and would undoubtedly contribute to the enhancement and policy development,” he said.

The first session was presented by earth observation specialist for Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) in the United Kingdom, Dr Gwawr Jones, who explained to the audience that this workshop will give them a flavour of what other people around the world have been doing with GIS technology.

She assured attendees that GIS technology would be useful to people in the Caribbean.

Dr Jones was joined by two other facilitators, environment director at Environment Systems Dr Katie Medcalf and senior environmental GIS consultant at Environment Systems, Dr Jamie Williams.

Medcalf has over 20 years of experience in delivering successful projects in environmental policy, agrienvironment, ecology, GIS and remote sensing.

TCI to observe day against drugs and illicit trafficking

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TCI will join the rest of the world on June 26 to observe International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

Illicit drugs include illegal drugs as well as some pharmaceutical drugs when used for non-medical purposes, and other substances used inappropriately.

The day was first implemented by the United Nations on December 7, 1987, as a reactive measure to the world’s drug crisis.

This year’s day is an opportunity to highlight the importance of addressing these threats through the rule of law and the provision of health services.

The day will be observed under the theme, ‘Listen first - Listening to children and youth is the first step to help them grow healthy and safe.’

The Department of Mental Health

and Substance Dependence in a release stated that while it is satisfied with the advancements made in recent years, challenges still remain.

It read: “Despite improvements such as an increase in manpower resulting in an influx of persons seeking and receiving treatment, implementation of the Tobacco Control Ordinance and the ground breaking of the long-awaited Drug Rehabilitation Halfway house, still realises the global drug and illicit drug trafficking epidemic which has unfortunately invaded our shores.

“Statistics stemming from the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force drug reports from 2014 to 2015 indicate that seizures of illicit substances namely cocaine and marijuana were a normal monthly occurrence.

“This finding corroborates with the Mental Health and Substance Dependence Department’s annual

reports during the same period which indicated a high number of persons between the ages of 15 to 25 seeking treatment for cocaine and cannabis addiction.”

The department noted that the increase in substance use and distribution negatively impacts the population and its economy’s sustainable development.

The department further called for a multifaceted approach to tackle the issue of illicit drug trafficking.

This approach would be based on guidelines put forward during the United Nations General Assembly Special Session on Drugs (UNGASS) which took place in April of 2016.

According to the department its main recommendations were to “explore alternative measures to conviction/punishment, where appropriate, promoting international cooperation, chasing down the financial proceeds of drug related

Say no to drugs

crime - focusing on drug prevention and treatment - and upholding fundamental human rights”.

“It is for this reason that we have moved past mere policy creation to taking actions. For this we are requesting public assistance by joining us on Saturday, June 24,

2017 for a collaborative government and community initiative against this common demon.”

The public is being urged to not only come out and walk but visit the booth and speak with staff so that they are informed on how they can make a difference.

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Honours and awards nominations close June 30 THE CLOSURE for nominations to be made for national honours and awards is this June 30 and members of the public are being encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson on Tuesday (June 20) reminded that the general public to go out and nominate who they would like to see honoured this year, and urged them that in doing so to make sure they also nominate persons who are alive as well.

“We are asking you to go to any of the district commissioners’ offices around the Islands, to the Premier’s Office in Providenciales and Grand Turk.

“We have had success where we have had a large number of recipients over the past two years, there are so many people in the Turks and Caicos that are deserving of honours.”

She further reminded that politicians cannot be nominated and that they also cannot nominate anyone.

Therefore, she is calling on the

people of the country to celebrate their fellow Turks and Caicos Islanders by nominating them for a national honour and award.

The award of the distinctions is celebrated in October every year.

The program recognises outstanding citizens who have made exemplary contributions to the country’s development.

The classifications of awards are:

discipline and may be conferred to upon a person during his lifetime or posthumously.

THE ORDER OF NATIONAL HERO: The Order of National Hero is the highest award and may be granted to a Turks and Caicos Islander for extraordinary and outstanding achievement and merit in service to the Turks and Caicos Islands or to humanity at large.

THE LONG SERVICE MEDAL: The Long Service Medal may be granted to a Turks and Caicos Islander who has given outstanding and exemplary public service to the islands and its people for a minimum period of twenty years.

THE ORDER OF TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS: The Order of Turks and Caicos Islands may be granted to a Turks and Caicos Islander who has served with distinction in any field of

THE PATRIOTIC AWARDS: The Patriotic Awards may be granted to a Turks and Caicos Islander who has demonstrated a keen sense of national consciousness and rendered exceptional sacrificial service to the islands and the people of the islands.

NATIONAL YOUNG ACHIEVER’S MEDAL:

The National Young Achiever’s medal may be granted to a Turks and Caicos Islander between the ages of 12 and 25 years who has performed exceptionally well on a national, regional or international level in the following areas (but not limited) culture, academics, performing arts or sports.

The public is reminded that it is important that they nominate persons they believe are worthy to receive such honour with the classification of the award since the committee cannot nominate him or her for an alternative honour or awards.

Nomination forms can be collected from the Premier’s Office in Grand Turk and Providenciales, District Commissioner’s Office in North Caicos, South Caicos, Middle

Caicos and Salt Cay, Government website and other areas throughout the community.

Completed nominations formed should be delivered in a sealed envelope to the Premier’s Office, District Commissioner’s Office or any member of the committee marked: Elizabeth M Wilson, Government Protocol, National Honours and Awards Committee, Office of the Premier, Turks and Caicos Islands.

The form only introduces the nominee, but persons may add additional information regarding their nominee’s work, service and merits on an additional page to support reasons why the nominee should be so honoured; whether documents, newspaper clippings, letters, testimonials.

Gov’t officers to visit homes for labour survey

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE DEPARTMENT of Statistics is currently in the process of conducting a Labour Force Survey from June 21 to July 21.

Enumerators with IDs and special vests will visit selected households on each island in the TCI during this period.

The department is appealing to the populace to lend their support and cooperate with the exercise.

A Labour Force Survey provides estimates of employment and unemployment, and will help to give an insight into the TCI’s economic performance.

The data collection will be based on a sample of households throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands, drawn from an overall listing of households.

The data is being collected through face-to-face interviews with members (or a member) of the sampled households.

The information provided by these respondents will be used to produce a picture of the activities of the entire population.

According to the department the Labour Force Survey will be conducted in the Turks and Caicos Islands twice yearly.

“The success of the Labour Force Survey in accurately capturing persons’ employment status depends on the full cooperation of the public.

“Persons are informed that the work of the Department of Statistics is conducted under the authority of the Statistics Act, 2012.

“The public is therefore assured that information provided to the department is strictly confidential and would only be disseminated at the aggregate level.

“The oath of secrecy which will be administered to each interviewer before commencement of duties also guarantees to the public that information given would not be revealed. Anyone violating this oath can be prosecuted.”

The department has underscored the importance of the public’s positive response to completing the questionnaire accurately and its significance to the overall success of the survey.

Golfers enjoy themselves during the golf segment of the Jadot Cup

Golf dinner and tournament raises $20k for children

BY DAISY HANDFIELD MORE than $20,000 was raised during the 17th annual Jadot Cup Dinner and Golf Tournament for students at the Edward C Gartland Youth Centre in Providenciales.

The cash will assist the centre with its various extracurricular programmes and projects for the young people. It will also pay for operational costs.

This initiative was a joint effort between the Turks and Caicos Aids Awareness Foundation (TCAAF) and the youth centre.

The dinner segment of the event was held on Friday, June 9, at Opus restaurant in Providenciales.

Eighteen teams took part in the golf tournament which was held at the Provo Golf Club on Sunday, June 11, at 1.30pm.

TCAAF director Terry Drummey said: “Approximately 80 golfers

came out this year, many of whom take part year after year and we would like to thank all of them for their continuous support.

“Our congratulations to this year’s winning team members: Mike Flynn, Billy Simonton, Marc Rawlins and Garvin Simmons.

“A special thank you goes out to all the companies that donated to this worthy cause, who helped to make this annual event a huge success.”

Director of golf at Provo Golf Club, Dave Douglas, described this year’s Jadot Cup event and silent auction as a “fun filled” fundraiser and a huge success.

“The sold out event was fully enjoyed by all with a menu of delectable dishes and intriguing wines.

“We would also like to thank the patrons that bid generously on the silent auction prizes knowing that it was all going to a worthy cause,” he

said.

The Edward C Gartland Youth Centre caters to young people between the ages of 10 and 18-yearsold and has had more than 1,700 young people registered.

The TCAAF is an independent, non-profit organisation formed in 2003 to combat the spread of HIV and Aids in the Turks and Caicos Islands and its rippling, negative effects on the community through increased education and awareness.

The primary focus of the TCAAF is to affect positive lifestyle and behavioural changes, especially among the youth as they are most at risk for HIV and Aids.

The TCAAF dedicates its time to fundraising efforts as well as implementing informative and fun programmes that engage young people and help dispel myths about the disease.

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Therapy or no therapy?

WITHIN the field of psychology, therapists and psychologists alike are trained to look at unhealthy behavioral patterns of people to provide the best form of care a person may need when struggling with mental health concerns.

Signs, symptoms are often contributed to clusters called mental health disorders found within the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.

However, over time professionals learn that not every person who struggles through something fits into a mental health disorder diagnosis and often-times professionals, and especially people not versed in such practice of care, can be quick to judge an individual’s behavior without knowing the truth or extent of the situation.

Nevertheless, assistance may still be needed in cases where such behaviour starts to negatively affect our lives.

Here are four common things that we all may struggle with at certain points in life, that therapy has been scientifically proven to help with.

personality disorder, the more common worries that nag us can easily consume our mental and physical energy just as much.

Do you sometimes worry how you dress, speak, and act will influence people publicly?

How about your personal life choices? Do you feel concerned about how people might view them?

If you answer no, then congratulations you are perfect.

The truth is that we all go through moments where we care about what others think of us whether it be strangers, family members, friends, and spouses.

It is okay to care a little bit about how we may present ourselves.

However, it is when caring turns into an over-focused anxiety producing mind-set that things such as therapy can be helpful.

Taking the time to identify reasons why one is so concerned with appearance or public perception, can help to address other insecurities that may be masking themselves.

1) OVER-FOCUSING ON YOUR APPEARANCE OR HOW YOU MAY BE PERCEIVED Though there are diagnosable disorders that are centred around how one perceives themselves such as body dysmorphia, and narcissistic

2) INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS Maybe you constantly think about running away from your problems, or quitting your job, or even punching someone in the face you are not so fond of; whatever it may be, constant intrusive thoughts can be just as

Cosmetic dentistry COSMETIC dentistry is a general phrase used to cover any dental procedures that are performed for aesthetic reasons, ie. to improve the appearance of teeth, rather than for clinical or medical purposes.

In this piece and my next, I will discuss the various treatments that can be performed to cosmetically improve the appearance of your smile.

TOOTH COLOURED FILLINGS Although I have not personally placed a metal, mercury based filling for well over 15 years, this material is still commonly used both in USA and UK (some European countries have now banned it due to its potential to break

down and be harmful).

From a cosmetic perspective, metal fillings look ugly and unnatural and for some people can be clearly seen in the mouth when talking or smiling.

It is a simple procedure to remove the metal fillings and replace them with tooth-coloured (white) filling material.

A range of colours are available which ensure a perfect match can be found for your teeth and once complete, your teeth will look completely natural and as though you have no fillings.

Occasionally the grey colour of a large metal filling can actually leach deeply into the dentine of the tooth and discolour the whole tooth.

A white filling will not eliminate

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LET’S TALK HEALTH  Brigida Walkin, is a Belonger of the TCI and a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern currently working towards licensure in the state of Florida. Brigida has earned her Master’s Degree in professional counseling and counsels various populations including children, adolescents, and adults regardless of social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Brigida has volunteered at Girls INC clubs and youth centers in both the United-States and the Caribbean which allows her to utilize such experiences when counseling children, adolescents, teens, and adults through anxiety, depression, and adjustments to life transitions.

frustrating and troubling as any form of mental disorder out there.

In fact, according to Andrea Bonior, PhD, clinical psychologist and professor at Georgetown University, if intrusive thoughts are not addressed they can later turn into more serious disorders such as obsessivecompulsive disorder.

Now please, do not automatically assume that if you or a loved one experiences intrusive thoughts that you or they are mentally sick; correlation does not prove causation.

However, it is important to be aware of its seriousness and to take avenues in reducing its negative effects.

Studies have proven that therapists, specifically cognitive-behavioural therapists, are well trained in such thought processes and provide the most beneficial form of therapy regarding negative thoughts.

3) UNABLE TO LET GO OF A MINOR EVENT OF THE PAST This minor event could be an experience in childhood, high-school, a relationship, or friendship.

People are quite unique in that experiences throughout life can be taken deeper or more superficially than others may experience things.

At times this can lead to psychiatric concerns but in many instances, this is not the case.

However ‘minor’ the event may be, some people are unable to let go

of the experience, dragging it into friendships, relationships and even work.

Sometimes it is done subconsciously as a way of providing a defining moment in one’s life that changed them when it oftentimes is a marker for a need for talk therapy if this moment is constantly brought up without resolve.

No matter how big or small the concern may be, a skilled therapist is willing and able to help one come to terms with the experience and move on in a healthy and productive way.

4) EMBARRASSING FEARS YOU RATHER NOT SAY We all understand the types of common phobias we or others we know struggle with whether it be fear of elevators, spiders or even clowns.

However, there are many other paralysing fears that we go through such as getting in a car accident, losing a loved one, fear or escalators and fear of patterns in tiny holes.

Sometimes it’s hard to understand why we fear what we fear and why it is so debilitating to us.

As mentioned before above, when it comes to such fears, it is important to understand the root cause of the matter and to find the right techniques needed to live a freer life.

Therapy can be very beneficial to understanding the root cause of the phobia, the thoughts attached to it and more.

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this problem and the best solution in this case may be to crown the tooth.

DENTAL WHITENING Dental whitening or bleaching can be performed when the teeth appear dull and grey.

The whitening eliminates discolouration and brightens and whitens the smile.

From a clinical perspective, there are two types of tooth discoloration, extrinsic (on the surface) and intrinsic (within the tooth itself).

Superficial extrinsic stains can largely be removed by regular brushing at home and professional cleaning at your dentist.

Intrinsic staining is when the dentine inside of the teeth has changed colour and this is where dental whitening can really make a difference.

DENTAL WHITENING SOLUTIONS - In-office The procedure takes about an hour, and because it uses a relatively high concentration of bleaching gel requires a dentist to administer it.

The lips and gums are protected and the bleaching gel is painted into the teeth. A ‘laser’ light can then be used to help activate the gel.

This accelerates the bleaching effects of the gel and generally improves whitening results.

The gel is removed after approximately 15 minutes and the procedure is repeated another one or two times.

This method produces the most rapid results; you will see an immediate, significant colour change at that first appointment.

By Brigida Walkin M.S

According to Ryan Howes, PhD, ABPP, clinical psychologist and professor at Fuller Graduate School, though therapy is no quick fix, therapy can provide a safe and supportive place for people to talk about their concerns with fear in many facets of their lives.

This further amplifies the fact that may people go to therapy for normal life concerns and should not be a negative reflection of their mental state and abilities.

FINAL THOUGHTS The stigma that is associated with the field including therapy can be seen throughout certain cultures including our own here in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Nevertheless, mental health concerns, as well as typical life concerns, are very real issues that affect family’s friends and loved ones regardless of educational, economic, social, and or relational status.

Being mindful, understanding, less judgmental and dare I say, less fearful of those that may struggle with such concerns is just as important as it may be helping those affected.

Regardless of our situation, it is important for us to remain humble in our perceptions of others and ourselves.

When it comes to us and others finding ways to improve life, this is something that should be celebrated.

Always remember that forward is forward regardless of the pace.

By Dr Mark Osmond For three days after this procedure it is recommended that you do not eat or drink anything highly coloured.

If the patient chooses, this can be followed up with the same in-office treatment around seven days later or by using the home-use kit.

- PROFESSIONALLY DISPENSED WHITENING KITS FOR USE AT HOME This method is still effective but uses a lower concentration of hydrogen peroxide so results are achieved more gradually over a period of days.

The kit contains pre-loaded trays which are applied onto the teeth for a period of an hour.

I recommend repeating this for four or five days although the kits I stock contain enough for a 10 day course.

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The tournament kicks off

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Participants bring in the fish

GT fishing tournament a huge success THE 2017 annual Grand Turks Fisherman’s Tournament (GTFT) was a resounding success, despite the challenging weather conditions with gusty winds and high seas.

The event started with live and silent auctions and a record breaking Calcutta at the historic Salt Raker Inn on Grand Turk on Friday night with host Erika Faller.

Boats were on the water from first light on Saturday but encountered very rough conditions as soon as they were out of the lea of Grand Turk.

Despite this a decent catch was landed on day one.

Grand Turk boat ‘Juice Kings’ captained by Tim Dunn took the lead on the overall weight with 94.5

pounds of tuna, followed by ‘Due West’ skippered by Bruce Barron on 78.2 pounds and ‘Screaming Reels’ skippered by Damien Noyes in third with 63.1 pounds.

Heaviest fish of day one was a beautiful yellow fin tuna of 40 pounds caught by ‘Due West’.

Day two kicked off with much enthusiasm despite the gusty winds, this did not dampen the spirits of fishers or stop the fleet bringing in an even larger catch, and more variety, with mahi, wahoo, tuna and mackerel.

‘Catching Caicos’ captained by Roy Forrester, landed 138.2 pounds to win day two. Second was ‘Juice Kings’ with 60 pounds, and a very close third ‘Screaming Reels’ with

58.1 pounds.

Largest fish of day two was caught by Captain Edwin Dickenson running ‘La Christa’ with a nice yellow fin tuna of 37.7 pounds.

On combined weight, tournament champions were ‘Catching Caicos’.

The largest fish of the weekend caught by ‘Due West’ won the TCI Lotto $1,000 bonus.

‘Catching Caicos’ also won the Calcutta with the boat, and winning bidder Ralph Dietsche of ‘My Boat’ (last year’s champions) sharing $8,400.

Lively fish auctions followed each day of fishing with everyone trying to get in on the action, as local auctioneer William Cole whipped the crowd into frenzy with some very frantic bidding.

Governor John Freeman handed out the prizes to the victorious crews at 5pm and offered some brief remarks.

Food, music, a DJ and a very

lively bar topped off a great family weekend for all.

The committee of GTFT has expressed gratitude to all sponsors from far and wide.

Kevin Reeder is Somerset’s new general manager

HE Governor, Captain Roy Forrester, Captain Thad Harty and Chonko Virgil

COMPETITION STATS SATURDAY 17th June Catergory Boat Name Captain LBS 1st - Highest legal poundage Juice Kings Tim Dunn 94.5 2nd - highest legal poundage Due West Bruce Barron 78.2 3rd - highest legal poundage Screaming Reels 1 Damian Noyes 63.1 Heaviest single fish Due West Bruce Barron 40.0

SUNDAY 18th June Catergory Boat Name Captain 1st - Highest legal poundage Catching Caicos Roy Forrester 138.2 2nd - highest legal poundage Juice Kings Tim Dunn 60.0 3rd - highest legal poundage Screaming Reels 1 Damian Noyes 58.1 Heaviest single fish La Christa Edwin Dickenson 37.7

WEEKEND

Catergory Boat Name Captain Largest Single Fish Overall Due West Bruce Barron 40.0

Heaviest Overall Combined Catch Catching Caicos Roy Forrester 175.5

Somerset appoints new general manager THE SOMERSET on Grace Bay has appointed a new general manager who will oversee all areas of operations at the 53 villa and suite resort.

Kevin Reeder is a life-long hospitality professional by both education and career having earned both his master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration and worked in the industry for 24 years.

Reeder brings executive management experience in resort, special events, salon, spa and winery operations.

“I’m privileged to be joining the outstanding team of The Somerset on Grace Bay and to becoming a part of the warm,

welcoming Turks and Caicos community,” he said.

“It’s an honour to be affiliated with one of the world’s finest luxury resorts, and I look forward to working with The Somerset’s staff in providing the resort’s distinguished guests with a memorable vacation experience.”

Reeder has a long history of serving on boards that are close to his heart including his current work with Finger Lakes United Cerebral Palsy and Happiness House.

He is also the chair of the professional development committee of the Hotel School Graduate Students Organisation for Cornell University.

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Regional News

Bahamas opposition leader says ‘budget helps the rich not the poor’ OFFICIAL Opposition Leader Phillip “Brave” Davis on Tuesday said the Minnis administration is benefiting the wealthy and not the poor, insisting that most tax concessions in the budget for the upcoming fiscal year will only help those who are already well off.

In particular, he faulted the government for reducing taxes on maintenance parts for aircraft, paint supplies, sea vessels, salmon, caviar, asphalt and parts for washing and drying machines.

He also criticised the government for not extending the previous administration’s tax break on building materials for residential and commercial properties in inner-city communities even while it extends the previous administration’s concession on importing art into the country.

“Some people,” Mr Davis said in the House of Assembly, “those wealthy enough to own airlines, paint supply stores and wash houses, must now be extremely pleased that it is indeed ‘their time.’ This budget offers no relief for the ordinary person. Instead this budget washes you, presses you and cleans you out!

It is indeed ‘the people’s time,’ but the identities of those people are coming into sharper focus as the days go by, and the fig leaf covering this government’s true fiscal priorities

Dr Bernard Nottage was taken to hospital on Tuesday.

Bahamas: Dr Bernard Nottage ‘gravely ill’ Opposition leader Philip ‘Brave’ Davis pictured speaking in the House of Assembly recently.

are slowly lifted.”

The opposition has criticised the new government for granting tax breaks to businesses with a turnover of more than $50 million but not to businesses that make less money.

“One of these people (who benefits from this) identified himself by publicly bragging that his company will enjoy savings of some $444,000 as a result of this amendment to the Business License Act,” Mr Davis said. “We only need to ask ourselves how many businesses in the country have a turnover of $50 million per annum. One such company has identified itself––will others follow suit? I suspect that there are members in this House involved in such businesses. Will they be honourable and declare their interests? I remind

them of the parliamentary rules as set out in Erskine May’s guide. Those rules require that members declare during our debates any pecuniary interest that they may have in subject matters that would benefit that interest. That interest may be direct but also indirect as well.

“This means, for example, that if you plan to reduce taxes on paint supplies, and your children have major paint supply businesses, you should declare that interest.

“If the proverbial cupboards are bare as the member for East Grand Bahama said, then why is the government finding it necessary to offer such generous tax rebates to the wealthy and those most able to pay taxes?”

FORMER Minister of National Security Dr Bernard Nottage is in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Doctors Hospital and is said to be “gravely ill,” according to Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) Chairman Bradley Roberts.

Dr Nottage was taken to hospital on Tuesday and as of Wednesday afternoon, remained under care, Mr Roberts said.

“He is in the Intensive Care (Unit) at Doctors Hospital and he is gravely ill,” Mr Roberts told The Tribune Wednesday afternoon. “I haven’t had any report in the last hour. That’s the

only information I have.”

This comes more than a month after Dr Nottage appeared ill at a PLP campaign rally.

Dr Nottage had to be seen by a doctor on Thursday, April 27 for “dehydration” after slurring and stumbling over his words during his speech at a rally at RM Bailey Park.

Dr Nottage, 71, mispronounced words and had to constantly correct his sentences.

He was visibly flustered as he spoke to the large crowd of supporters gathered that night. (Tribune242)

Bret hits T&T before degenerating into tropical wave TROPICAL Storm Bret degenerated into a tropical wave on Tuesday afternoon but not before leaving buildings damaged, downing powerlines and streets flooded in Trinidad after heavy rains and winds pounded the island Monday night into Tuesday.

There are no initial reports of serious injuries but property damage can total millions of TT dollars, according to Trinidad Express reports. This includes flooding in Lower Barrackpore and other areas in the Penal/Debe and Siparia regional corporations as well as Oropune Gardens, Piarco.

Downed trees brought down power lines and left many in the dark across the country even as many roads were flooded across the country including in south and central Trinidad with scenes looking like the aftermath of a hurricane.

Trinidad & Tobago Local Government Minister Kazim Hosein said several roofs were blown off in the Penal/Debe and Siparia areas causing flooding and damage to appliances and furniture. The Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) on Tuesday distributed

Haitian senator-elect Guy Philippe poses with associates days before his arrest in early January to face drug-trafficking and money-laundering conspiracy charges in Miami federal court.

Downed trees brought down power lines and left many in the dark across Trinidad.

mattresses, foodstuff and water to the residents while Hosein said regional corporation workers were also on site, clearing water ways and assisting residents to clean their homes.

Flooding also led to the shutdown of several water treatment plants throughout Trinidad for hours Tuesday including on Caparo Valley Road while some patients at the St Ann’s Hospital, Port-of-Spain, had to be evacuated on Tuesday morning after a tree crashed through the roof.

The walls of a missionary house in San Fernando collapsed following torrential rainfall brought by Tropical Storm Bret.

Member of Parliament for

Mayaro, Rushton Paray, also warned that the Caroni, Guaracara, Godineau and Cipero rivers are all rising, and the Ortoire river is going to overflow.

At least five schools were affected

by Tropical Storm Bret and will not re-open today. Yhree schools others are being used to house displaced families and will also remain closed.

The affected schools include Debe Hindu SDMS, Mayo RC Primary, Fyzabad Anglican Secondary, Fyzabad Secondary and Rousillac Hindu. The Fyzabad Anglican Secondary School was also flooded and a fallen tree ripped out electricity lines at Fyzabad Secondary. (News Americas Now)

Haiti’s Philippe gets nine years in US prison Guy Philippe, an elected Haitian senator and former police commander who eluded capture in Haiti for more than a decade, was sentenced to nine years in prison in Miami federal court Wednesday for accepting bribes to protect cocaine smugglers who used the island to ship drugs to the United States.

Philippe, 49, had pleaded guilty in late April to a drug-related, moneylaundering conspiracy charge.

His plea agreement allowed him to avoid going to trial in May on a more serious trafficking charge that could have sent him to prison for the rest of his life. Instead, he faced up to 20 years on the money laundering conviction, but under the

federal sentencing guidelines the punishment amounted to about half that time.

Philippe said nothing to U.S. District Judge Cecilia Altonaga as she affirmed a sentence agreed upon by the defense and prosecutors. His prosecution, which initially attracted a throng of supporters, including his wife, to the federal courthouse earlier this year, ended on an anti-climactic note.

There was only one curious spectator who showed up on Wednesday for his sentencing hearing, which lasted ten minutes.

A handful of Haitian activists from the group “Veye-Yo” did show up outside the courthouse in support of Philippe’s incarceration.

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Unsealed Baha Mar papers show deal done on leases BAHAMIANS who owned and held shop leases and concessions in the Baha Mar project were permitted by the China Export Import Bank (CEXIM) and the preferred purchaser to continue to hold them under the existing terms and conditions, according to the newly unsealed heads of terms for the West Bay Street project, tabled in Parliament Tuesday night.

The agreement further allowed for up to 1,200 work permits to be issued to China Construction America (CCA) and 30 work permits for all necessary staff of the asset special purpose vehicle (SPV) during the remobilisation and construction phase.

The project was also to benefit from exemptions of value added tax and import taxes of goods and services for completion.

The document was approved for release by the Supreme Court last Thursday, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced Tuesday night before he tabled the agreement, which he said fulfilled a campaign promise by the governing Free National Movement (FNM).

However, he added that other “sensitive” documents relating to the sale remain under a court seal.

UN: Sheeran to raise funds for Haiti cholera victims S E C R E TA RY- G E N E R A L Antonio Guterres has appointed Josette Sheeran who formerly led the U.N. World Food Program as his special envoy for Haiti with a mandate to raise money for a trust fund to help victims of a cholera outbreak that has afflicted over 800,000 people.

Guterres announced Tuesday that Sheeran, who heads the Asia Society, will be “fully engaged” in fundraising for Haiti which she visited for WFP and as U.S. undersecretary of state.

The U.N. is seeking $400 million to aid affected communities and help eradicate cholera in Haiti but as of late May only $2.67 million had been contributed to the fund.

U.N. troops from Nepal were widely blamed for introducing cholera to Haiti after a devastating earthquake in 2010. The death toll as of April was over 9,500. (Daily Mail)

The document tabled Tuesday night again raises questions about conflicts of interest and whether former Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson was too closely connected to negotiations to get the shuttered resort open.

However, its release seemed to fall flat as many of its details were already in the public domain and were not shocking as was intimated by the FNM when it was in opposition and on the campaign trail.

Dr Minnis said: “In concluding debate on the budget, I now update this House on certain developments related to Baha Mar. This government campaigned on a platform to promote greater transparency and accountability by government. We pledged to disclose the details of the heads of terms signed August 22, 2016 by the former government with the Import-Export Bank of China (CEXIM) relating to the Baha Mar

resort project.

“I am therefore pleased to announce that on Thursday, June 15, 2017, pursuant to an application made by the Office of the Attorney General, the Supreme Court of the Bahamas granted its sanction and approval for the disclosure and release of the heads of terms. This was with the consent of the other stakeholders to the agreement.

“As promised during our campaign, we have unsealed the deal.”

He continued: “While it is the case that the previous government did not specifically make an application to the court for the sealing of any of

the Baha Mar documents, the heads were requested to be linked to an affidavit and suite of documents which were ordered sealed on an application made by lawyers for the CEXIM Bank.

“Those documents contained sensitive commercial material relating to the process for the advertising, bidding and sale of the Baha Mar assets, and remain sealed.

“I now have the honour and pleasure to table in this Honourable House the following document, the heads of terms dated August 22, 2016, as well as a short amendment made to it by a side letter dated April 25, 2017.

“Mr Speaker, I will also like to table the agreement made on April 25, 2017, between the government of the Bahamas and CTF BM Holding Ltd and CTF BM Operations Ltd. “I should indicate at the outset that the main effect of the amendment was to basically extend the timeline for the purchaser to complete the purchase, which was stated in the heads to be the end of November 2016, subject to a 10-day extension,” Dr Minnis also said.

HEADS OF TERMS The document tabled Tuesday night again raises questions about conflicts of interest and whether former Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson was too closely connected to negotiations to get the shuttered resort open.

In 2015, she revealed that her

husband Maxwell Gibson owns the retail jewellery store chain that had been granted storefront leases in Baha Mar. At the time, she rejected accusations that she had a conflict of interest due to her role as government negotiator for the stalled resort.

Mrs Maynard-Gibson’s revelation came in a statement released four days after she initially said her two daughters, 28 and 30, had leases to operate stores in Baha Mar while she was a guest on the More 94 FM talk show “Real Talk Live”.

Mrs Maynard-Gibson revealed her daughters’ connection to the resort and Prime Minister Perry Christie’s knowledge of the matter.

However, earlier this year, she and former Education Minister Jerome Fitzgerald dismissed tabloid accusations of abuse of power and conflict of interest as election season smear tactics.

Both former ministers were alleged by a tabloid to have forged secret “sweetheart” deals connected to the mega-resort and its new buyer Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) that would see them allegedly net “unlawful private profits” in the millions.

The heads of terms noted: “Further, the government expects that Bahamian citizens owning and holding shop leases and concession in the project will be permitted by CEXIM and the proposed purchaser to continue to hold them on the same terms and conditions as currently exists.

Cayman Islands: Former political candidate guilty of indecency charges against young teen FORMER political candidate Errington Webster, 55, was found guilty Tuesday afternoon on three counts of indecent assault on a girl of 13 and one count of gross indecency.

Jurors took just under two and a half hours to find Webster guilty of the charges.

He was remanded in custody.

Defense attorney Steve McField requested bail pending sentencing, but Justice Charles Quin said the seriousness of the offenses warranted immediate custody.

Mr. McField also asked for a pre-sentence social inquiry report.

Justice Quin said he would also order a victim impact statement.

Sentencing was set for Aug. 16, but will be brought forward if reports can be completed earlier.

Family members, one of whom wept loudly, shared hugs and a few words with Webster before he descended into the cells at the court building.

Justice Quin began his summing up at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday and sent the jury out to begin deliberations at

Errington Webster was an unsuccessful candidate for Bodden Town in the 2013 elections. He apparently planned to run again this year.

1 p.m. They returned their verdicts at 3:20 p.m.

In his summing up, the judge reminded the five women and two men that they had heard two weeks of evidence pertaining to the counts of indecent assault and the one count of gross indecency – an act

the girl recorded on her phone in June 2016. Webster, 55, pleaded not guilty to all charges, saying the first three never happened. For the gross indecency, defense attorney brought an expert witness, psychiatrist Dr. Marc Lockhart, who explained his conclusion that Webster was in a state of delirium at the time of the act.

Justice Quin explained the defense of automatism as Webster acting involuntarily and unable to exercise any control over his actions.

This condition was said to have been brought about by the interaction of his blood pressure medication with grapefruit juice and other ingredients in a “belly fat flush” drink he had been taking the day the girl took the video.

Crown counsel Darlene Oko called a psychiatrist and a forensic toxicologist to reply to Dr. Lockhart’s testimony.

Justice Quin pointed out that experts are called to assist jurors because they provide scientific information which would not

be part of the ordinary person’s experience. They are entitled to state their opinion, but their evidence is only part of the whole, the judge explained.

If after careful consideration jurors did not accept the experts’ evidence, they were free to reject it. Jurors remained “the ultimate arbiters,” he said.

Justice Quin reminded them of Webster’s good character and the work he had done in his community.

Ms. Oko had asked the defendant how he could have given the girl over $1,000 when he received a pension of $1,300 per month. Webster had replied that he had savings. He said he had given money to a lot of people; he wanted to win their votes.

Webster was an unsuccessful candidate for Bodden Town in the 2013 elections. He apparently planned to run in 2017; he had told Dr. Lockhart that the video of him touching himself “must have been fabricated to get me out of the election.”

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Queen’s Speech: Brexit bills dominate government agenda A HOST of proposed new laws designed to prepare the UK for a “smooth and orderly” departure from the EU have been announced in the Queen’s Speech.

Of 27 bills, eight relate to Brexit and its impact on immigration, trade and sectors such as fisheries and farming.

Prime Minister Theresa May urged MPs to “seize this moment of national change” to unite and work for a fairer country.

But Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said she had lost authority after axing a raft of manifesto pledges.

Proposals to scrap the winter fuel allowance for well-off pensioners, end automatic 2.5% pension rises, expand grammar schools and end free school lunches for all infants have been dropped, while reforms to social care funding will be put out to consultation and a cap on some energy tariffs considered further.

Amid continuing talks with the Democratic Unionists about them supporting Theresa May’s government, Downing Street said it was confident the Queen’s Speech could “command the confidence” of the House of Commons when MPs vote on it next week.

The DUP said it too was confident a deal would be place by next week’s votes.

The main non-Brexit proposals of the speech include: A Civil Liability Bill, designed to address the “compensation culture” around motoring insurance claims A Domestic Violence and Abuse

There have been questions both about Portugal’s strategic preparedness for wildfires and its emergency response.

The Queen was accompanied by the Prince of Wales - with the Duke of Edinburgh in hospital.

Bill, establishing a Domestic Violence and Abuse Commissioner to stand up for victims and survivors and monitor the response of the authorities A Tenant’s Fees Bill, banning landlords from charging “letting fees” A High-Speed Two Bill to authorise the second leg of the rail link from Birmingham to Crewe A Data Protection Bill to strengthen individuals’ rights and introduce a “right to be forgotten”.

An Armed Forces Bill allowing people to serve on a part-time and flexible basis There was no mention of US President Donald Trump’s proposed state visit to the UK later this year, appearing to confirm suggestions it has been delayed.

Ministers said the reason it was not

included was purely because no date had been set.

The Queen announced the government’s legislative programme for the next two years at the State Opening of Parliament.

She was accompanied by the Prince of Wales, rather than the Duke of Edinburgh, after Prince Philip was admitted to hospital on Tuesday night. Buckingham Palace said it was a “precautionary measure” for treatment of an infection arising from a preexisting condition.

At the heart of this is the so-called Repeal Bill - which will repeal the 1972 European Communities Act and end the jurisdiction of the European Court of Justice. It will also copy over all EU laws into UK law, with Parliament then deciding which bits to retain.

‘Criminal hand’ started Portugal fires - fire chief A “CRIMINAL hand” may have been behind the deadly wildfires that have raged through central Portugal, a firefighting leader has said.

Jaime Marta Soares said he believed the lightning strike blamed for igniting the fire came two hours after it broke out, and an investigation was needed.

Sixty-four people were killed, and more than 200 people are reported injured.

Questions have been raised about the speed of response and Portugal’s state of preparedness.

Many people died trying to escape on route N-236, which local people

have said should have been sealed off by authorities.

On Wednesday, government ministers and officials joined a minute’s silence for the victims of Portugal’s deadliest wildfire, which began at Pedrogão Grande on Saturday.

“I am convinced that the thunderstorm was much later than the start of the fire, and the fire was very large when it started,” Mr Marta Soares told local media.

He said he believed the fire had been deliberately started, and called for a “scientifically based study” to try to establish the truth.

US gun laws: Colorado to arm teachers in classrooms TEACHERS are being trained to carry guns in classrooms in Colorado in order to protect children as part of a scheme motivated by a school massacre in 2012.

The three-day course, which consists of firearms and medical training, was launched on Tuesday in Weld County.

Seventeen members of staff who “would like to be considered armed first responders” have so far taken part.

The pilot programme will allow volunteers to enter schools with guns under US “concealed carry” laws.

Teachers were taken to a shooting range in Weld County, near Denver, where they were tested on their abilities with weapons.

The course, provided by the Faculty Administrator Safety Training and Emergency Response group (Faster), was set up by parents, law enforcement officers and medical experts who believe that US schools are a “soft target” for violence. The group refers to schools as “victim

Rodrigo Duterte told the residents of the city that he was sorry about the government’s steps in fighting the militants.

Duterte pledges to rebuild ISIS-infested Philippines city The Sandy Hook school shooting led to protests by parents and teachers for stricter gun laws.

zones”.

Faster’s aim, it says, is not to replace police or security services, but to “allow teachers, administrators, and other personnel to stop school violence rapidly” and to “administer medical aid where necessary”.

The group was set up following the Sandy Hook shooting massacre

in December 2012, in which a rifle-wielding man killed 26 people, mostly young children, at a Connecticut primary school.

But the move has angered campaign groups such as Safe Campus Colorado, which encourages its supporters to petition local authorities to help keep guns out of school.

PHILIPPINES President Rodrigo Duterte begged forgiveness Tuesday for declaring martial law in Mindanao island and vowed to rebuild Marawi, the battle-scarred city at the heart of nearly four weeks of fighting between Philippines forces and ISISaffiliated militants.

“I had no choice. They are destroying Marawi. I have to drive them out. But I am very sorry,” Duterte said. He was speaking at a makeshift evacuation center for hundreds of residents of the northern Mindanao city who have been forced to flee their homes.

“I will rebuild Marawi,” he promised.

The battle has resulted in numerous deaths and triggered a humanitarian crisis in the country.

According to the Philippines government, more than 330,000 people have been forced to flee their homes.

The majority have found shelter with friends and family, but more than 16,000 internally displaced people (IDPs) are crowded into evacuation centers, where government agencies are trying to provide basic necessities.

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It’s a good thing Rollin Anthony Owens Jr. is allegedly drawn to the low prices of Target considering he was handed a $1 million bond.

North Carolina man allegedly kidnapped family at gunpoint, made them shop at Target A 29-year-old is accused of pulling a gun on a Durham, N.C., family at their home and forcing them to go with him to a nearby Target for some shopping.

Rollin Anthony Owens Jr. allegedly knocked on the family’s door Tuesday around 7 a.m. asking for money, which he received, but according to police, he proceeded to point his weapon at the husband and wife and their two children, WSOCTV reports.

After Owens made them get in their car with him and drive to ATMs for cash, he allegedly had the

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driver go to Target, where he and the entire family proceeded to purchase clothing and gift cards.

Owens’ undoing came when one of the family members managed to alert a Target employee, who then called 911.

Police officers who just so happened to be in the Target parking lot responded and were able to arrest Owens without incident.

Jailed under a $1 million bond, he will remain behind bars as he waits to face several counts of seconddegree kidnapping and robbery with a dangerous weapon.

The work crew had been cutting grass at a public cemetery when the lone corrections officer who was guarding them collapsed in the heat.

US inmates who saved guard’s life to have sentences cut SIX US prisoners are being rewarded for saving a prison officer who had suffered a suspected heart attack.

Polk County Sheriff Johnny Moats said the Georgia prisoners, who all have committed minor crimes, would each have their sentences shortened by 25%.

The work crew had been cutting grass at a public cemetery when the corrections officer who was guarding them collapsed in the heat.

The six men used the guard’s phone to call police and began performing CPR. “When that happened, in my opinion, it wasn’t about who is in jail and who wasn’t,” inmate Greg Williams told 11alive.com.

“It was about a man going down and we had to help him,” he continued.

The work crew ran to the lone officer after he fell to the ground and removed his bullet-proof vest to perform CPR. Rather than take his pistol and run off, they used his mobile phone to call for an ambulance.

“None of my guys ran,” the officer told WKYC. “None of them did anything they shouldn’t have done.”

The family of the officer, who does not wish to be identified, bought a lunch of pizza and cupcakes for his incarcerated rescuers the next day.

Sheriff Moats said that “anytime

we have a trustee or inmate crew that goes beyond normal duties, we cut them some extra time off”.

The inmates’ reaction also “really speaks a lot about my officers too, how they treat these inmates”, he added. “They treat them like people.

Like family.”

Their actions come in stark contrast to two other Georgia convicts who were arraigned on Wednesday on charges of murdering two prison guards while being transported between prisons.

Prosecutors say they intend to seek the death penalty for Donnie Rowe and Ricky Dubose, who were captured in Tennessee after a threeday manhunt.(BBC)

Married teacher arrested for having sex with teen student At least 79 people died and many more were left homeless after fire engulfed the North Kensington tower a week ago.

London fire: Flats acquired for Grenfell Tower survivors SIXTY-EIGHT social housing flats in Kensington, London, are to be made available to survivors of the Grenfell Tower fire, the government has said.

The one, two and three-bedroom flats are located in two blocks that stand alongside a large luxury development, where private homes go for up to £8.5m.

At least 79 people died and many more were left homeless after fire engulfed the North Kensington

tower a week ago.

PM Theresa May has apologised for “State” failures after the blaze.

“People were left without belongings, without roofs over their heads, without even basic information about what had happened, what they should do and where they could seek help,” she told MPs in the Commons.

“That was a failure of the State local and national - to help people when they needed it most.

A MARRIED teacher was busted for allegedly raping a 16-year-old student as they carried on a romantic relationship, according to reports.

Lindsey Jarvis, 27, allegedly had sex with the underage boy when she worked as a social studies teacher at Woodford County Middle School in Kentucky, according to WKYT. The victim told police that he slept with Jarvis, while his cellphone had evidence that he and the teacher were in a romantic relationship.

An indictment charges Jarvis with sodomising the victim in May 2016 and having sex with him a month later.

Jarvis was arrested by Lexington police and pleaded not guilty to two counts of rape on Monday. She was also charged last week with rape, sodomy and unlawful transaction with a minor.

She most recently worked as a teacher’s aide at Veterans Park Elementary School and resigned last Friday — the same day she was

Lindsey Jarvis allegedly had sex with the underage boy when she worked as a social studies teacher at Woodford County Middle School in Kentucky.

arrested.

Jarvis had been employed at Woodford from August 2013 to June 2016.

“While we cannot comment on individual personnel issues, we can assure families and community

members that we are aware of the matter. Our personnel protocols in a case like this would call for placing an employee on administrative leave pending resolution,” said Veterans Park school spokesperson Lisa Deffendall.

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Ten out of 12 jurors in Bill Cosby sex assault trial voted to convict him: report TEN of the 12 jurors on Bill Cosby’s sex assault trial reportedly wanted to convict the disgraced comedian.

It was just two lone holdouts who refused to budge during 52 hours of marathon deliberations, forcing the judge to declare a mistrial Saturday morning, a juror who asked to remain anonymous told ABC News. “(The holdouts were) not moving, no matter what,” the unidentified juror revealed.

The panel reportedly deadlocked 10 to two on the charges alleging Cosby drugged accuser Andrea Constand with something that impaired her ability to resist and then digitally penetrated her without consent On the charge that claimed

Cosby assaulted Constand while she was unconscious or unaware that penetration was occurring — count No. 2 — the jury vote was 11 to one to acquit, the juror told ABC. The new insight into the sequestered jury’s grueling week of debate seemed to refute the Cosby camp’s claim that the mistrial proved the actor’s innocence.

It came just hours after Montgomery County, Pa., Judge Steven T. O’Neill unsealed the jurors’ names but ordered them to remain mum on the votes of other panelists.

Attempts to reach the seven men and five women on the panel were not immediately successful Wednesday.

One man who served as an

alternate revealed that the panel was spookily silent during the group’s five-hour bus ride from suburban Philadelphia — where the trial took place — to the Pittsburgh area, where the jurors were selected, after the trial concluded.

“It was the craziest, eeriest bus ride I’ve ever taken,” Mike McCloskey, 43, told radio station WDVE-FM in a phone interview.

“I thought there would be a lot of chatter,” he added. “Nobody wanted to talk about it. It was complete silence.”

The trial centered on charges Cosby, 79, drugged and sexually assaulted Constand, 44, inside his Elkins Park mansion.

Bill Cosby remains free on bail and still faces three counts of aggravated indecent assault, each carrying a guideline sentence of five to 10 years in prison.

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NEWLY RENOVATED

OFFICE SPACE FOR SPA OR BEAUTY SALON SPACE AVAILABLE NOW. GOOD RENT. 600 SQUARE FEET OF SPACE

CONTACT: 232-3508/ 231-3788 OR 946-4894

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Science & Technology Three-time Oscar winner Day-Lewis calls it quit DANIEL Day-Lewis’ illustrious on-screen career has reached its final act.

The three-time Oscar winner, 60, is retiring from acting after nearly 50 years in the industry, his rep confirmed to the Daily News.

“Daniel Day-Lewis will no longer be working as an actor,” a spokeswoman for the English star said. “He is immensely grateful to all of his collaborators and audiences over the many years. This is a private decision and neither he nor his representatives will

make any further comment on this subject.”

The actor did not give a reason for his sudden retirement, and it’s unclear if Day-Lewis will work in the entertainment industry in any capacity moving forward.

The veteran entertainer is the only actor in history to take home the Oscar for Best Actor on three separate occasions.

He won the coveted honor for “My Left Foot” in 1990, “There Will Be Blood” in 2008 and “Lincoln” in 2013.

Known as a top-flight

Receptionist Daniel Day-Lewis is the only actor in history to take home the Oscar for Best Actor on three separate occasions.

method actor, Day-Lewis often prepared for roles by getting into character even when the cameras were not rolling.

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.

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.

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• 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

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• • • • •

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

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• 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.

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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

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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

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is seeking a

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14951

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14907

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MASSAGE THERAPIST CONTACT: 331-0819

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14922

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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

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LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Salary range $35,000 to $50,000 based on experience

14924

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CONTACT: 331-2825

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CONTACT: 243-8307

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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D’DIVA SALON

14963

GRAND TURK

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

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Is seeking to employ a

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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

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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

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14953

ACA/ACCA/CA

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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 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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 24 - 30, 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

32 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.

BOTOLOPH MARC HENRY

ALBERT HIGGS NORTH CAICOS

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

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

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

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENTS

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

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.

C&J CONSULTANCY Gold Star Nail Center, Brucelee Pratt, ERB Construction, Treeka Williams, Pat Construction, and Discount Auto Parts

14943

4 K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES

SALARY: $8.75 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK.

June 24 - 30, 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

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY AWORK PERMIT HOLDER

BATS BETA WATERSPORTS

BLANCO CONSTRUCTION

14960

Is seeking to employ a

14945

FIVE CAYS

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER DIVER POSITION:

$6.50 Per Hr.

La Vista Azul Resort Turtle Cove, Provo, Turks and Caicos Islands

CONTACT #: 941-8118

14910

Salary: $50.00 per day Must be willing to work 3-4 days out of the week

CONTACT: 331-5444

15006

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

CONTACT: 342-3105

14972

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

CLASSIFIEDS 33

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

June 24 - 30, 2017

34 CLASSIFIEDS BLUE HILLS

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

B&B SERVICES

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following

HABITAT CONSTRUCTION

2 Construction Supervisors

LABOURER LABOURER SALARY: %150.00 PER WEEK. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 3 DAYS PER WEEK

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

14944

CONTACT: 343-3937

SALARY: $150 PER WEEK MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 232-5420 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

14839

RCO LTD

BACI RISTORANTE Turtle Cove

Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour

Full time, Days, Nights and weekends. Duties will include: Dishwashing, pot washing, Cleaning of materials and equipment as well as general restaurant cleaning.

Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 245-6962

CONTACT: 941-3044

Bartender $6.50 per hour Chef $7.00 per hour Kitchen Helper $ 6.50 per hour Gardener $6.50 per hour

NEPTUNE VILLAS

These positions are currently held by work permit holders

15000

NEEDED URGENTLY Reporter/Sub-Editor

We are looking for an experienced all-round reporter to join our small team. The successful applicant would have run the gamut of covering community events to court and parliamentary reporting. The ideal candidate should be able to copy edit and be able to write eyecatching headlines, as well as proofread. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that copy is accurate; has correct grammar and follows house style. Applicant should be computer-literate and should know how to use a camera.

Please send application to the publisher at Turks & Caicos News Ltd. (The Weekly News) tcweeklynews@gmail.com, or P.O.Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14985

CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECY HISPANIC Millennium Highway

C&J CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients Gold Star Nail Center, Pat Construction, Ambers Grocery Store, Road Side Quality and House of Miracles

CECILIA’S CLEANING SERVICES Is seeking to employ a

PASTOR

$450.00 per month

HELPER/CLEANER

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour

COSMETOLOGIST

Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

$6.25 per hour

HAIR DRESSER $6.25 per hour CASHIER $6.25 per hour LABOURER $6.25 per hour

Held by work permit holders. Contact: darling86@hotmail.com

CONTACT: 345-6999

15017

ASHLIN DAVIS

Email: ceclililightbourne@ hotmail.com This position is currently held by a work permit holder15003

COLMELITA HANDFIELD

COCO PALMS Five Cays

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

EVANGELIST Salary: $100 per week.

CONTACT: 343-4959

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14990

BARMAID LABOURER

Must be fluent in Spanish and English. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 432-8509 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14853

A&G SUPPLIES IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

June 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

Persons applying must live on North Caicos.

CONTACT: 946-7705

15009

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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

June 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

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

CLASSIFIEDS 35

TCI ELEVATOR SERVICES LTD.

REPAIR IT 4U

Requires a Certified

Is seeking to employ a

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

SALE PERSON Salary: $150.00 weekly Must be willing to work 3 days per week.

CONTACT: 341-6493

14917

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

14929

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

14971

36 CLASSIFIEDS

D&B AUTO REPAIRS

DA CONCH SHACK

AUTO BODY REPAIRER • Estimate cost for repair jobs.

• Straighten bent or twisted frames/weld metal parts.

• Remove, repair, or replace fenders, doors, or other body parts.

• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces.

• Able to paint vehicle to prescribe standard.

• A minimum of ten years’ experience in repairing Japanese, American and European vehicles.

• Applicants must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

• Salary: US$14/hr.

Interested person must forward resumes and qualification to robert@dnbautoparts.com or brittaya@dnbautoparts.com

EXCLUSIVE EXCESSORIES Discovery Bay

Is seeking to employ a

June 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

14996

Blue Hills

Is seeking to employ a

DAVIS CONSTRUCTION Is seeking to employ a

COOK

LABOURER

CONTACT: 946-8877

CONTACT: 232-5420 This position is currently held

Salary: $3600.00 monthly

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14988

EXCLUSIVE EXCESSORIES

Salary: $6.25 per hour

by a work permit holder

Grace Bay Is seeking to employ an

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

DOREAN WILLIAMS Is seeking to employ

MASSAGE AND MAKEUP ARTIST

1 LABOURER

CONTACT: 342-7335

CONTACT: 242-3747 This position is currently

Salary: $7.00 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14991

14992

FORTRESS SECURITY SERVICES

Five Cays Road

D’BELLE BEAUTY SALON

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

held by a work permit holder

14627

FS DESIGNS

GLEN A. WILLIAM

Is seeking to employ

Is seeking to employ a

2 CABINET MAKERS

HAIRDRESSER

ARMED SECURITY GUARD

14986

14986

CONTACT: 1-649-331-3740

INTERHEALTH CANADA CONSTRUCTION AND SERVICES Has pleasure in announcing the following vacancies within the Facilities Management Departments at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales & Cockburn Town medical Centre, and Grand Turk

Weekend Domestic Assistant – Providenciales Saturday and Sunday 8a.m. to 5p.m. - 16 hours per week $6.50 per hour

Evening Domestic Assistants – Providenciales Monday to Thursday 6p.m. to 10p.m. - 16 hours per week, Friday to Sunday 6p.m. to 10p.m. - 12 hours per week $6.50 per hour Additional hours may be available for holiday cover

Laundry Supervisor with Seamstress Skills- Providenciales

40 hours per week on roster system Must have previous experience Please make contact for further details (941 -2800 EXT 71802) Salary dependant on experience

Part Time Receptionist/Helpdesk Assistant – Grand Turk 8a.m. to 1p.m. Monday to Friday - 25 hours Per Week $8.00 per hour Must be IT literate, and have previous experience in role

Appointments will be made based on successful interview, positive reference check, and clear Police check. Previous experience is preferred, but not essential. Training is provided.

Excellent communications skills and previous customer service experience is necessary.

Belongers only are invited to apply.

Interested candidates please forward your resume to: Dpinnock@interhealthcanada.tc For further information and queries, please contact Donique Pinnock on Tel: 941-2800 Ext 71801 15008

CONTACT: 946-8876 Only Belongers need apply

14993

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTRE

Must be courteous and hard working. Salary: $7.00 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

CONTACT: 246-3137

14983

CONTACT: 247-5610

Salary: $7.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

JAMES GOLOB

GRACE BAY

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

OSTEOPATH Must have at least 10 years’ experience practicing Osteopathy.

CONTACT: 941-5252

This position is held by a work permit holder

ANGELA GARCIA Grand Turk

Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 242-1635 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15022

CARPENTER Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working Salary: NEGOTIABLE.

CONTACT: 431-4022 This position is currently

15012

CONTACT: 247-5610

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

Salary: $12.00 per hour Required to work weekends and holidays

15015

JEWELRY MAKER

14999

JEWELRY MAKER ASSISTANT

REQUIREMENTS: • Security, Police or Military training experience would be an asset • Valid police record • Valid keep and carry fire arm license • Valid passport • Three (3) reference letters • A minimum of 1 year fire arms training and experience • Any additional training certification would be a plus • Applicant should send their resume to fortresssecuritysolutions@live.com

held by a work permit holder

JAMESLY PROSPER AND SNIP CLIP BARBER SHOP

JOCK BRYANT ONEIL WILLIAMS

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

Grand Turk

DOMESTIC WORKER BARBER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days a week

CONTACT: 231-7047 This position is currently

held by a work permit holder

14493

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

CONTACT: 345-0437

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15001

June 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

LEW 1 SHIPPING Seeks the following

1 PROFESSIONAL WELDER Must have 10 years’ experience doing heavy welding on pipes, barge deck and inside tanks

Grand Turk

15010

To load and off load Barge Must have a STCW Certificate. Must be willing to live on barge. `Starting at $6.25 per hour

NORVILUS METTELUS Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MUSICIAN Salary: $250 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week

LUC SAINT JEAN

MARKETING MANAGER

DOMESTIC WORKER

A Yacht charter company on Provo is currently accepting applications from Qualified Belongers only for the position of “Marketing Manager.” The successful Candidate Primary responsibility includes: • Graphic Design and social media marketing while optimizing the web architectures for navigability and accessibility, and ensuring the website and databases are being backed up.

• Design and layout of Brochures.

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

1 DECKHAND

CONTACT: 941-5707

LOGAN QUELCH

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

CONTACT: 243-5281

SALARY; $6.25 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 241-7995

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

PATROCIA MARTINEZ CARRASCO

RAINBOW CONSTRUCTION

15011

Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 342-0152

Salary; $6.5 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

CONTACT: 346-9216

CONTACT: 246-3137

15005

15018

RENT-A-BUGGY Is seeking to employ a

ROSELEE MISICK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be able to work holidays and weekends.

CONTACT: 946-4158

15013

SPYCE RESTAURANT Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 231-5170 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15002

SANDRA COALBROOKE Long Bay

Is seeking to employ a

GARDENER

SALARY: $150.00 PER WEEK. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK.

14973

LABOURER

MAID

4 K’S DOCUMENT SERVICES Acting on behalf of our client Marvin Missick is seeking to employ an

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS WEDNESDAY JULY 5, 2017. APPLICATIONS CAN BE SENT VIA EMAIL TO: MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC TEL: (946) 4732 15020

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER LABOURER This position is currently held by a work permit holder

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor’s degree/w minimum of 2 years marketing experience.

Salary $2,500.00 per month.

14978

Salary: $120.00 per week. Must be willing to work 3 days per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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

CONTACT: 941-4562 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14997

PASSION BEAUTY SALON AND SUPPLY Airport Road Is seeking to employ the following

Sailrock Development Limited [Sailrock Living] is seeking a qualified candidate for the position below:

Marketing Specialist • Sailrock Marketing Specialist is responsible for developing and executing social media strategies, facilitating and further developing our digital partnerships, specific but not limited to Villas, Weddings, and local activities and entities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct market research to uncover insights on consumer requirements, habits and trends • Brainstorm and develop ideas for creative marketing campaigns • Assist in outbound or inbound marketing activities by demonstrating expertise in various areas (content development and optimization, advertising, events planning etc.)

• Lead strategy development and execution across our social presence and digital partnerships • Liaise with external vendors and Sailrock team members to execute promotional activations and campaigns • Collaborate with marketing team members to coordinate brand awareness and marketing efforts • Plan and execute initiatives to reach the target audience through appropriate marketing channels • Assist in analyzing marketing data (campaign results, conversion rates, traffic, comp set etc.) to help shape future marketing strategies • Undertake individual tasks of a marketing plan as assigned

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE:

• Proven experience as marketing specialist or similar role • Thorough understanding of marketing elements (including traditional and digital marketing such as SEO/Social media etc.) and market research methods • Demonstrable experience in marketing data analytics and tools • Solid computer skills, including MS Office, marketing software (Google Analytics & CRM) and applications (Shortstack, Hootsuite, Canva, etc.)

• Well-organized and detail oriented • Exceptional communication and writing skills • Commercial awareness partnered with a creative mind • BSc/BA in marketing, communications or equivalent • Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS language a plus

SALARY RANGE

CONTACT: 332-4884

15004

Salary: $7.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

Salary: $350 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 244-0660

CONTACT: 333-1236

15032

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

15028

RECEPTIONIST ELECTRICIAN 2 HAIRDRESSERS

• $40,000 - $55,000 yearly Please submit applications to the Marketing Manager, Alec Schraegle: o Fax: (312) 376-2056 o Email: aschraegle@cmkdev.com

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.

15023

June 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

SUPERIOR PAINTING

INVESTMENT SERVICES EXECUTIVE - AFTERCARE

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

REPORTING TO: SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT/DEPUTY CEO – INVESTOR SERVICES LOCATION: INVEST TCI OFFICES - PROVIDENCIALES

The work includes developing and maintaining account plans for a group of selected businesses (key accounts); as Account Manager arranging proactive meetings for senior staff (Account Directors) with key accounts; as Account Director, taking the lead on relationship managing a further group of key accounts; monitoring operational businesses with Development Agreement commitments; monitoring trends in investor issues and preparing reports to Government; assisting any existing overseas investor, when requested, to address administrative hurdles related to their projects; and to take the lead in advocating for improvements to the business environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To develop, on an annual basis, an aftercare plan and budget that will ensure that all existing clients can be properly supported.

2. To create a database of all foreign-owned businesses on the islands, including their commercial activities; 3. To be the first point of contact for general enquiries by existing investors on the islands; 4. To identify a list of key businesses (domestic and foreign) that are strategically important to the islands and have a propensity to invest further; 5. To maintain up to date Account Plans for the top 15 companies identified as being Tier 1 accounts and to arrange at least twice yearly meetings with their key executive for the Account Director of Invest TCI; 6. To maintain up to date Account Plans for 12 Tier 2 companies and to lead on aftercare services for these companies, including twice yearly visits; 7. To lead on arranging a twice-yearly meeting involving key accounts with the Premier/Minister of Finance to discuss matters of interest; 8. To collaborate with domestic and foreign investors to identify impediments to business development, conduct research on those various aspects of the business environment and make recommendations to the Board and Government on specific ways to enhance the business environment of the TCI; 9. To conduct an annual survey of investors and prepare a report for Government on the main findings of the investor contacts and identify what actions may be needed to assist investors in general and specific investors as appropriate.

10. To monitor progress for all Development Agreements, post business opening and alert Government Departments and the investors regarding key milestones in the Agreements; 11. Liaising with VP MSME over any issues affecting businesses in that programme;

SALARY: $7.00 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 247-0108

THI SPOSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD

BY A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL

14928

TANYA S PAUL Blue Hills

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Education and qualifications: A Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, economics or related field. A Master’s degree will be an asset.

Experience and Knowledge: 1. A minimum of five years’ experience in project development, with knowledge of TCI laws dealing with investment projects.

2. Experience dealing with domestic and foreign investors in a commercial law environment.

3. Experience in marketing and sales and knowledge of networking and contact management.

4. Strong background in using various types of office related software and preparation of presentations and reports.

Skills: 1. Commercial awareness.

2. Outgoing individual with creativity, drive and determination.

3. Strong Writing and presentational skills.

4. Ability to visualize, plan, execute and monitor an AfterCare program.

5. Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills.

6. Expert in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook or any other relevant software package.

7. Ability to maintain confidentiality Personal Qualities: 1. Open and engaging demeanor.

2. High ethical standards 3. Able to generate and share ideas.

4. Hands-on approach.

5. Willing to take personal responsibility 6. Able to win trust and personal credibility 7. Persistence and personal resilience.

8. Willingness to personally deliver quality to business clients.

9. Willingness to understand different cultures, lifestyles and associated points of view.

10. Willingness to understand the values associated with small communities.

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

CONTACT: 332-3300

15014

THE ANGELA RESTAURANT

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER 1 BAKER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 333-0014

CONTACT: 231-3918

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14989

THE ANGELA RESTAURANT

14980

THE HELP DESK

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

Acting on behalf of its clients are seeking the following

OSIAS JOSEPH 231-6260

HELPER

$6.25 per hour

RIGBY BUILDERS 241-9541

1 BAKER SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK

CONTACT: 231-3918

14979

The Aftercare Executive is a key member of the Agency team with the responsibility of providing support and assistance to current domestic and foreign investors. The position is responsible for administering a relationship management programme with key investors and becoming a trusted advisor to company executives. As Account Manager, the role involves working closely with the CEO, SVP and Chairman to show support and encouragement to businesses with a propensity to expand or invest elsewhere on the islands. This position is vital to improving business retention and expansion and to encourage positive perceptions of the country through providing a strong ‘post-investment’ support programme.

Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER MAID

12. Through CRM, to produce a quarterly report on all Aftercare contacts. Contents of report to be defined but should include activities and results of individual investor visits, surveys and advocacy work set against the initial objectives.

13. To assist the Marketing and Communications team to identify and target investors who would participate in Team TCI and assist in the various marketing efforts.

14. To undertake any other relevant activities or duties as deemed by the CEO.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

1. Fluent English 2. Additional language skills a plus

THE PINNACLE Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

SALARY AND ALLOWANCES:

1. Negotiable in a range of $55,000 to $70,000 based on qualifications and experience.

CARPENTER $8.00 per hour

HEMINGWAY’S

941-8404 DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS.

15019

TIKI HUT

Is seeking to employ a

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), and copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications should be addressed to the CEO, Invest Turks & Caicos, Turks and Caicos Islands and can be delivered in person prior to the deadline date or emailed to dastwood@investturksandcaicos.tc. The subject line in the email should read “After Care Executive”. Envelopes should have the subject After Care Executive clearly marked on the front. Application deadline July 7th, 2017.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

CONTACT: 941-7366

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15030

JOB SUMMARY:

TAMIR ZEEVI

15033

CAPTAIN

Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

CONTACT: 941-5341

15021

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June 24 - 30, 2017

CLASSIFIEDS 39

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

MCKNIGHTS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM IS SEEKING THE FOLLOWING CANDIDATES:

PROPERTY LAWYER

– Minimum 10 year qualified real estate attorney with property development, residential, commercial property and new plot experience. Freehold, leasehold sales and purchases, mortgages etc. Also experienced in wills, probates, trusts.

PARALEGAL

– multi lingual (English/French/Sri Lanka), bright, committed candidate with strong organizational skills, public relations, project management, public speaking, creative writing, planning, designing, time management and translation skills.

Salaries commensurate with experience.

CV’S BY EMAIL ONLY PLEASE TO PETER@MCKNIGHTS.TC. NO PERSONAL CALLERS.

15026

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.

Grand Turk Cruise Center is currently accepting applications for motivated individuals interested in the following positions listed:

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in accounting/finance from an accredited university.

• Minimum of 3 years work experience in Accounting.

• Accounts Payable / Receivable.

• Strict adherence to confidentiality and trustworthiness will be a requirement of this position.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet tight month-end deadlines.

• Possess strong knowledge of accounting software and excel.

• Ability to work independently and a willingness to work extended hours, including weekends and public holidays.

HESS TECHNICIAN

Grand Turk Cruise Center is currently seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the position of HESS Technician. Ideal candidates must be well apt in the area of Environmental Health Sciences, be computer literate and have a strong command of English Language (oral and written). Additionally the successful candidates must possess relevant experience associated with the position (minimum of 3 years work experience) and, or knowledge in the areas outlined below: • Operation of Waste Water Treatment Plants • Operation of Recreational Water Facilities (RWF) – Commercial Swimming Pools and Flowrider • Monitoring of Water Treatment Processes and Reporting of data • RO Plant operations

LIFE GUARDS

• Must have training in CPR and First responder.

• Assisting in line handling for docking cruise ships as needed • Ensure the safety and security of passengers, tenants and their employees, personnel and guest at the GTCC. • Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility • Effective human relations skills in oral and written communication

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

This position requires experience in general maintenance skills such as building, painting and masonry, to facilitate maintenance of all buildings and public areas in optimum condition.

• Knowledge of plumbing and/or masonry would be an asset.

• Knowledge of landscaping • Assisting in any various tasks, necessary to keep GTCC operating to the highest standard.

Applicants must be willing to work nights, weekends and holidays. Must be able to lift minimum of 50lbs, have a strong command of English Language (oral and written); and able to work well as part of a culturally diverse team.

WAGES BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

Interested parties are encouraged to contact Ms. Wilson at Grand Turk Cruise Center office Phone: 649- 946-1040 /649-332-1304 E-Mail: admin@grandturkcc.com

RECEPTIONIST 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

• 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 @ caribrecruiting@ ky.pwc.com on or before June 28, 2017.

Application Deadline: 28th June 2017

ABSOLUTELY NO TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. 15029

June 24 - 30, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS TRANQUILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Venetian Road Is seeking to employ a

37 Cooper Jack Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: principal@precioustreasuresschool.com, Tel: 1-649-941-5186

MAINTENANCE MAN

PRECIOUS TREASURES INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL INVITES applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions for the 2017/2018 academic school year.

PRINCIPAL/ADMINISTRATOR: Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master of Arts in Teaching • Minimum of 10 years work experience in similar position • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • Possess strong abilities in administration, Training and education • Full in-depth knowledge and understanding of educational best practices and how to secure learning in the 21st Century • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Able to lead a highly motivated and energetic Faculty • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week.

CONTACT: 231-1474

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

• A Teaching Diploma or Degree from a recognized institution with emphasis on Early Childhood Education; • Output driven • At least five years’ experience in similar position • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualification

PRESCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR/TEACHER: Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master or equivalent in educational studies & development • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Possess strong abilities in Education and Administration • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least Five years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

TRAINED TEACHER SECONDARY LEVEL:

Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • Master or equivalent in educational studies & development • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least Five years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment

Salary: $800. Per month

CONTACT: 243-6877

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

WANTED

WILDON CLIMO

BAY BISTRO RESTAURANT Kitchen Helper $6.25 per hour Labourer $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Contact: 946-5396

TRAINED GENERALIST TEACHERS GRADES 1-6

14987

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

WILLIAMS CATERING SERVICES

YVETTE HANDFIELD

Starting Salary $6.25

Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

15016

CLEANERS:

SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK.

CONTACT: 232-7318

WAITRESS

ANCILLARY:

NANNY

QUALITY UPHOLSTERY Maintenance Man $7.00 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week Contact: 344-9973 THAI RESTAURANTKINKHAO Line Cook $8.00

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Qualification must include but not limited to the following: • A minimum of First Degree or equivalent in educational studies • Appropriate Teacher training qualifications • Output driven • Possess strong abilities in 21st century teaching methodologies • At least three years’ experience in similar position • Possesses mature, caring and loving disposition • Clean police clearance certificate • Willing to work long hours and on public holidays • Must be proficient in the use of computers and technology in teaching and learning environment • Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

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- Person will be responsible to keep classrooms and Toilets clean at all times - Be willing to work until late evenings and on nonschool days if required - Person will be responsible to maintain school surroundings and do minor repairs and maintenance.

- Salary $6.50 per hour

Acting on behalf of our clients are seeking the following

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION Labourer $9.00 per hour BLUFIN LTD Manager $500.00 per week JOSEPH SKIPPINGS Labourer $6.25 per hour VILLA DEL MAR Houseman/ Bellman $6.25 per hour ELITE GAMING Bartender $6.50 per hour STEEL UNLIMITED Steelman $350.00 per week J&W CONSTRUCTION Carpenter $15.00 per hour

COOK:

- Person will be responsible to prepare daily lunches for the Students and Teachers - Candidate must possess a valid driver’s License.

- Salary $6.50 per hour

Applications should be submitted to the HR Department no later than May 31st 2016: P.O. Box 293, 37 Cooper Jack Bay Road, Providenciales.

LABOURER

SOLID CONSTRUCTION Labourer $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Contact: 241-8005

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RESORT MANAGER Experienced Resort Manager required for mid-size Four Star Resort in Providenciales.

ONE (1) LABOURER Interested persons must be willing to work hard, must work responsible, reliable and trustworthy. Must be willing to work with little or no supervision. Schedule work hours are 7am to 5pm.

Applicant must be willing to work on holidays and weekends. Salary: $400.00 per week. Please contact 941-3082.

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Hospitality Degree Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the hospitality industry Minimum of two (2) years of management experience Excellent understanding of all aspects of resort operations Strong interpersonal skills Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally Experienced Resort Manager required for mid-size Providenciales Four Star Resort. Must have Hospitality Degree, Minimum 5 years of related experience and be fully knowledgeable in all aspects of resort operations. Excellent written and oral communication skills a must.

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WAYPOINT Yachts Ltd is now accepting applications/resumes for the following position. Only highly self-driven and motivated, personable and professional individuals, who have the desire to serve others, need apply. The successful candidates must meet or exceed all of the requirements of the positions offered.

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The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

JOB POSITION: GARDENER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

• The successful candidate must hold a current USCG or MCA or RYA international accredited yacht captain’s license suitable to Captain a motor yacht up to 100ft LOA or an equivalent of a minimum 100 ton USCG License.

• Minimum of ten (10)+ years yacht captain experience on displacement vessels with twin inboard diesel engines with referees available for contact. Mechanical experience is a bonus • Hold a Master Instructor dive rating with one of the following PADI, SSI, TDI, IANTD, NAUI, BSAC • Be an experienced Technical Diver with CCR and Tri-mix certification ratings through TDI or IANTD or similar. Other certifications in gas mixing and dive compressors / generators are a bonus • Minimum of 10+ years as a certified dive instructor with a high level of teaching status in multiple specialties.

• Underwater photography or video are a bonus, the position is inviting mature highly motivated candidates only • Have a high level of competency and maturity. The position demands the qualifying candidate to be responsible and self-motivated with an emphasis on safety of the guests onboard and the necessary skill sets and maturity level required to take charge of a luxury motor yacht • Must speak, read, write and understand English as the primary language used in the work place, a second language, preferably Spanish will be considered a bonus • The successful candidate will have a proven track record of continuous education in both Boat Handling and Scuba Diving at the very highest levels including Technical Diving

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• Day to day duties of a captain and business operator of a luxury motor yacht charter operation • As Dive Instructor / Captain the successful candidate will be in charge of crew members and reporting to the owners • Overseeing the general and preventative maintenance of the vessel and equipment • Running the yacht in the waters of the Turks and Caicos Islands and International waters and assuring guest satisfaction • Dive operations and management / dive guiding / dive teaching when required • All practical decision making / planning, from charter location through dive and fishing locations on a daily basis due to environmental conditions.

• Scheduling and reservations • Overall responsibility for the yacht, its crew, its guests and activities

$4000.00 Base Salary

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work holidays and weekends. They should also enjoy serving people and be willing to learn. Preference given to all Turks & Caicos Islands citizens.

Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to the WayPoint Yachts, Providenciales, TCI e-mail: waypointyachts@gmail.com or Tel: 1-649-232-3000 Deadline is July 10th, 2017.

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Webb pleaded guilty in November 2015 to fraud and money laundering charges, but has remained on US$10 million bail under house arrest in Atlanta, Georgia, after numerous sentencing hearings have been postponed.

Kevin O’Brien’s blistering century helped Ireland beat England in the 2011 World Cup.

Ireland & Afghanistan awarded Test status by International Cricket Council IRELAND and Afghanistan have been granted Test status by the International Cricket Council.

It increases the number of countries competing at the top level of international cricket to 12.

They are the first admissions since Bangladesh gained Test status in 2000.

The two countries, who already have one-day and Twenty20 international status, have enjoyed

notable successes against Test-playing nations in global competitions in recent years.

Ireland, who are 12th in the ICC one-day rankings, beat England in the 2011 World Cup, four years after a shock victory over Pakistan in the same competition.

Afghanistan, currently 10th in the rankings, drew an ODI series with T20 world champions West Indies this month.

The changes were passed unanimously at the ICC full council meeting at The Oval.

Ireland captain William Porterfield says it will be a “special day” if he leads his side out for their first Test.

Wicketkeeper Gary Wilson described it as a “historic day”, writing on Twitter: “Years worth of work feels like it has been recognised. Here’s to the beginning.”

NOTICE Regulation 7 of the Physical (Development Permission) Regulations, 2014

An Application, (PR 13162)*, by (DTD-PROVO.)* for the development of ( Nine-One bedroom units w/swimming pool, two Gymnasiums w/Laundry below, reception Pavilion, Caretakers Quarters w/two single car garages and storage below)*, has been submitted to the department of planning for consideration of Development Permission on ( 61112/310)*, (Long Bay Hills)* on (Providenciales) Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the department of Planning, Pamlo, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publication of the notice.

Notice dated: Thursday, June 15, 2017

Blatter described Webb as “the most breathtaking scoundrel of all” THE disgraced former president of the Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) and the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF), Jeffrey Webb, has been described as “the most breathtaking scoundrel of all” by sacked FIFA president Joseph Sepp Blatter.

Blatter pointed the finger at Webb during an exchange with football journalist and author David Conn last year for his book on the corruption scandal “The Fall of the House of FIFA”.

The deposed world football boss said he believed Webb could have been the next FIFA president and

that he was “a good person” and “a strong man” until the corruption, which Blatter still claims he knew nothing about, was exposed.

In an extract from Conn’s book, which was published in the Guardian, he said that when the CONCACAF integrity report, identifying the alleged frauds of the former secretary-general and president Chuck Blazer and Trinidad’s Austin “Jack” Warner was published, Webb had presented himself as the president for a new era of decency.

“Jeffrey Webb had tears coming down his face, saying: ‘I am humbled, I accept it; I promise I will do that,’” Blatter told Conn.

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Taurasi breaks WNBA all-time scoring record Oscar has six assists in the Chinese Super League this season, the second highest total in the division.

Oscar: Shanghai SIPG player banned for eight matches after causing brawl EX-CHELSEA midfielder Oscar has been banned for eight games after sparking a mass brawl while playing for Shanghai SIPG in the Chinese Super League.

Oscar, 25, appeared to kick the ball straight at two players from opponents Guangzhou R&F during Sunday’s match, which ended in a 1-1 draw.

The Brazilian was pushed to the ground before players from both sides fought.

Oscar, who joined Shanghai

SIPG in a £60m deal in January, was also fined 40,000 Yuan (£4,620).

The incident came in first-half injury time, and Shanghai’s Fu Huan and Guangzhou’s Li Zixiang were sent off for their part in the brawl, but Oscar was not booked.

Fu and Li have received six and five-game bans respectively from the Chinese Football Association, while Guangzhou’s Chen Zhizhao, who pushed Oscar to the floor, has been banned for seven league games.

With a driving layup late in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Sparks Sunday evening, the Phoenix Mercury’s Diana Taurasi became the WNBA’s all-time leading scorer.

Taurasi now stands alone atop the league’s all-time scoring table with 7,494 points, an average of 19.9 points per game. It took her less than 13 full seasons to set the record; she surpassed Tina Thompson, who racked up 7,488 points over 17 seasons before retiring in 2013.

Thompson congratulated Taurasi on breaking her record: “Diana is one of the best players to ever play the game and definitely one of my favorites. She has done amazing things and I am so grateful that I’ve been able to share many of those with her. I am really excited for Diana and I think she is going to blow that record out of the water.”

Though it was a night for the record books for Taurasi, the Mercury got hammered by the Sparks, 90-59.

“I was just trying to get a basket at that point, I think we were down 20,” Taurasi told ESPN. “It’s a pretty cool, special moment. You know, it’s a lot of basketball. I’ve been really lucky, played with a lot of great

Diana Taurasi now stands alone atop the league’s all-time scoring table with 7,494 points, an average of 19.9 points per game.

players, lot of great coaches.”

Taurasi has played her entire career with the Mercury, winning WNBA Championships in 2007, 2009, and 2014 – and winning MVP in the latter two.

“Diana is everything you would want in a basketball player, and the kind of player who not only defines a franchise but an entire league for a generation,” said Phoenix Suns and Mercury Managing Partner Robert Sarver. “We could not be

more proud of what she has done for the game, our franchise, and the city.”

Less than three weeks ago, Taurasi broke the WNBA record for career 3-pointers, which had been held by Katie Smith.

Tarausi, who turned 35 last week, has won four straight Olympic gold medals with Team USA. Earlier this month Taurasi said she’d be happy to play in the 2020 Tokyo Games, the Associated Press reported.

Usain Bolt won eight Olympic Gold medals in his career.

Bolt to return to Diamond League after six years The ‘fastest man’ alive Usain Bolt will run the 100 metres at the IAAF Diamond League in Monaco on July 21, organisers confirmed on Thursday. Bolt, who won eight Olympic medals and is on the verge of hanging his boots, will be returning to the Louis II Stadium for the first time since 2011.

Last time he raced in Monaco six years ago, the Jamaican superstar finished the race in 9.88 seconds.

The IAAF World Championship London 2017 will be the final race for the 30-year old sprinter. Bolt, who is preparing for the World Championship, won his first race

of the year in Kingston earlier this month in 10.03 seconds and is also due to run in Ostrava on June 28.

Other confirmed stars for the Herculis EBS meeting include the likes of pole vault world recordholder Renaud Lavillenie, world and Olympic triple jump champion Caterine Ibarguen, Olympic javelin champion Thomas Rohler, Olympic 1500m champion Matthew Centrowitz, world 1500m champion Asbel Kiprop, world javelin champion Julius Yego, world high jump champion Maria Lasitskene and Olympic steeplechase champion Conseslus Kipruto.

Pakistan claimed the Champions Trophy with an 180-run win over India in London.

India arrest 19 for celebrating Pakistan’s Champions Trophy CELEBRATING Pakistan’s big Champions Trophy win over India has landed 19 people in jail in India for reportedly shouting “proPakistan and anti-India” slogans.

The arrests have been labelled a violation of freedom of expression

by Amnesty International, who are calling for the group to be released.

Pakistan beat India by 180 runs in the final in London on Sunday.

Fans took to the streets to celebrate the win.

According to the Times of India, 15 men and four minors were arrested in Madhya Pradesh, Uttarkhand and Bihar.

They were charged with sedition

and criminal conspiracy. Their application for bail was denied and they were sent to jail.

Sanjay Pathak, chief officer of Shahpur police station told the Times of India those arrested had been “bursting crackers and raising pro-Pakistan and anti-India slogans”.

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Smith hunting first senior trial win FORMER national athlete Teray Smith, who now competes for the Bahamas is hunting his first senior trial win at this weekend’s Bahamas Senior Nationals Championships in Grand Bahama.

The meet will be used as the trials for the World Championships. The US born Smith, who has parentage in both the TCI and the Bahamas, has already obtained the standard 3 time which is set at 20.44s for the 200M. The sprinter told the Weekly News that he has no times in mind, but would like to register wins this weekend at the Grand Bahama Sports Complex.

The Auburn State University student is currently ranked 20th in

the world with a season’s best of 20.25s. He attained the time last month at Regionals in Lexington, Kentucky.

For the 22-year-old he is already focused on this August’s IAAF World Championships.

HOPING TO ADVANCE ‘My goal going into the World Championship is to advance. I want make it to semi finals to give myself a shot on making the finals. I’m not worried about time because I know it will come as long as I execute my race.”

At the NCAA Outdoors Track and Field Championships earlier this month Smith helped his school to a silver medal in the 4X100M relays.

Teray Smith is looking to stamp his authority on the trials.

TCI Beach Rugby Fest set for Saturday THE Turks and Caicos Islands Beach Rugby Fest will be held this Saturday at the Bight Kids Park.

Action bullies off from 14:00h.

According to information from the TCIRFU, two male teams will travel from Grand Turk for the competition.

The fun five-a-side event will start with games for children, female teams and male teams in that order.

The fun event is set for the Bight Kids Park from 14:00h.

Cayman record history victory Mexico in rugby Despite heavy downpours, about 800 people turned out Saturday to watch the RHSW Cayman National XV historically defeat the Mexican National XV at the Health City Cayman Big Game 8 held at the Truman Bodden Sports Complex in George Town.

The Mexican team, Rugby America’s North incumbent champions, were heavy favourites to take home their third win of the season and march undefeated to the RAN finals to face Guyana, who

secured their place in the finals with a 24-17 win over Trinidad and Tobago on June 10.

Mexico had defeated USA Rugby South, 36-29, and Bermuda, 7-59, while Cayman had only managed to beat Bermuda, 15-28, and lose to USA Rugby South, 39-5.

In wet conditions, the game started as expected with Mexico getting on the score board within two minutes, as wing Luis Arredondo scored in the corner after some strong phase play by the Mexican team.

Johnny Gibson barrels through the Mexican defense for Cayman’s opening try.

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RACE FOR THE CONCH ECO-SEASWIM:

Good mixture of local and foreign swimmers expected THE eighth annual “Race for the Conch Eco-SeaSwim will be held on Saturday July 1st and organisers are expecting a large turnout.

The race will once again feature three main distances: 2.4 miles (3.8 km) Ironman, 1 mile (1.6 km), and 1/2 mile (800m), as well as a 100m Children’s Swim for swimmers 10 and under.

Race directors Ben Stubenberg and Chloe Zimmermann expect that just over half the anticipated 175 swimmers will be from the US and Canada and a few other countries and a little less than half from TCI. “We are particularly grati?ed to see the growing number of TCI swimmers,” said Mr. Stubenberg.

“At the same time, it’s a marvelous opportunity to bring so many people to TCI and show off Grace Bay as a world class venue for swim racing, as well as a vacation

paradise. This is another great way to use our incredible ocean resources to tap into the burgeoning sports tourism market and generate revenue for TCI.” The annual event raises funds for local charities, with Provo Children’s Home the major bene?ciary. The race also supports the TCI Swim Federation and its efforts to expand learn-to-swim opportunities in the country. “We are very encouraged how the “Race for the Conch” EcoSeaSwim has raised awareness and interest in swimming in TCI,” said Ms Zimmermann. “Getting more people of all ages safely in the water and experience the bene?ts of swimming is a prime goal.”

Race organisers take seriously the “eco” part of Eco-SeaSwim and promote the use of non-toxic, reef safe sunscreens. This year organisers are partnering with

Flashback: Swimmers splash off in the one-mile event in 2016. (“Race for the Conch” photo)

the sunscreen company, RAW, to provide an effective alternative sunscreen without oxybenzone and other chemicals that damage the reef.

Race organisers point out that the success of the event is due to many dedicated and talented volunteers and generous TCI sponsors. These include: Marco Travel, Caicu Naniki

Vacation Adventures, Royal West Indies Resort, Grace Bay Club, Bay Bistro, AVIS, KISS-FM, Surfside Ocean Academy, Turks & Caicos Tourism Board, Colonial Insurance, Graceway Supermarkets, Projetech, Finishing Touch, and Prestigious Properties.

The “Race for the Conch” will take place in front of Rickie’s

Flamingo Cafe beginning at 8:00h on July 1. More race information, including times, and rules can be found at www.ecoseaswim.com or by contacting a Race Director at raceinfo@ecoseaswim.com.

TCI residents get an island discount on the entry fee if they sign up directly at Marco Travel located in the Caicos Cafe Plaza, Grace Bay.

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The victorious U19 TCIPS rugby team with their spoils.

Wesley Methodist defeated HJ Robinson 3-1 in the U15 final.

INTER-HIGH SCHOOL RUGBY TOURNAMENT:

Wesley Methodist and TCIPS win titles WESLEY Methodist and TCIPS claimed overall victories in the InterHigh School Tag Rugby Tournament last Friday evening at the Meridian Field in Providenciales.

In the U15 division, Wesley Methodist defeated HJ Robinson 3-1

in the final. Merrone Thomas from the winning team claimed the MVP award.

TCIPS were the U19 winners.

They defeated HJ Robinson 8-6 in an exciting final. Stanley Haven from the Grand Turk school was adjudged

the MVP of the competition.

Defending champions the British West Indies Collegiate (BWIC) finished third in both age groups.

Wesley Methodist teams have rapidly improved over the last three months under current Rugby

Development intern, Canadian Ryan Sutton.

Information from the TCIRFU indicates that the Wesley Methodist players were out in their full numbers on Saturday morning for the youth training sessions—a

service available to all schools in Provo.

The TCIRFU will next host a Youth Rugby Summer Programme with sessions at the Downtown Ball Park and the Meridian Field. Dates are yet to be finalised.

Tanesia Gardiner copped a silver medal for her outstanding performance in the 800M. (Facebook photo)

Some of the athletes who competed at the meet.

Coach Mills was confident of Gardiner medalling

AYLA Mills, head coach of the youth team that competed at last weekend’s first North American Central American and Caribbean Games (NACAC) Age Group Championships in Trinidad, was confident that 11-year-old athlete Tanesia Gardiner would have medalled at the event.

The IPPS student finished second in the 800M race while competing at the Hasley Crawford National Stadium in the Twin Island Republic

capital, Port-of-Spain.

“I knew all along Tanesia would bring home a medal. As her coach I am really happy and proud of her and we will continue to work hard for future events,” Mills told the Weekly News.

Eight athletes (four males and four females) competed in two age groups (11-12 and 13-14) at the multi-events meet.

Along with the silver medal, the TCI athletes also captured five

ribbons for making the finals in various events.

The younger athletes competed in the pentathlon while the teens battled in the heptathlon.

In the 800M younger age group race, Gardiner won heat one with a time of 2:32.74. She got past 14 athletes in her race, including fellow TCI athlete Lynn Antoine who finished third in the heat in a time of 2:39.44. Jamaican MishaJade Samuels just managed to pip

Gardiner after winning heat two in 2:32.29.

Antoine, who finished seventh overall, earned a ribbon for her efforts.

Gardiner also earned a ribbon for her sixth place finish in the high jump. She had a top jump of 1.30M. Sarah Forbes earned a ribbon for her performance in the Shot Putt. The young teen threw the 3kg ball 8.49M in her second of three attempts. She opened with 7.19M and closed with

7.92M. The top male performer was 1112 year-old athlete Raheem Hall who captured two ribbons.

Hall and two Bahamians were tied for third with top jumps of 1.35M each in the boy’s high jump. In the long jump, the TCI athlete fouled twice (first and third) in his three attempts. In his second attempt, he reached 4.54M, which eventually earned him an eighth place finish in a field of 28 jumpers.

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