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‘TCI IS NOT BLACKLISTED’

– Premier calls for retraction from UK media

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The Guardian UK has been criticised by Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson after it reported that the territory had been blacklisted.

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NYC PUBLIC DEFENDER WAS MURDERED 5 PAGE 

RESIDENTS PROTEST LOCATION OF NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL IN LONG BAY PAGE  9

TCI FINALLY HAS A CLIMATE CHANGE POLICY

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Spine-chilling note written on the wall warning students of the threat

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Students wait for an all clear following a bomb threat (Magnetic Media photo)

Worried parents flock to high school after bomb threat

BY OLIVIA ROSE MARANATHA Academy in Providenciales was briefly locked down on Tuesday morning (October 23) after an anonymous caller phoned in a bomb threat.

According to a teacher at the Millennium Highway school, the call was made shortly before 8am.

When the teachers were notified they immediately evacuated the students to the front of the compound as a precaution.

Parents were subsequently told of the evacuation and many arrived to collect their children.

However, they had to wait as members of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force took several hours to respond and conduct a sweep of the building.

One student commenting on the traumatic experience said that some of her classmates were petrified and they were hoping that the police or bomb squad would come quickly to access the situation and put their

Time falls back one hour on November 4 DAYLIGHT Savings Time will end on Sunday, November 4 at 2am, the Government has advised.

At that time, Eastern Standard Time will begin and will continue

until Sunday, March 10, 2019, at 2am.

A one-hour time change will take place at 2am on Sunday, November 4, when clocks will go back to 1am.

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fears to rest.

She said: “Some of my classmates were so scared they started crying. I really wish the police came when we called them, because who knows if it would have actually been serious.”

Another student pointed out that eerie graffiti was inscribed on the walls of the school.

One inscription read: “23.10.18 a bomb is coming” and the other said: “Dear Maranatha you are dead.”

Students who were not picked up

by parents were eventually sent home.

According to police, a bomb threat was initially reported on Monday afternoon (October 22) to which they responded.

A brief release from the force said: “The public is advised that there was indeed police response to the initial report made by the Maranatha High School yesterday, October 22, 2018 in reference to a bomb threat.

“A report was made at 3.36pm, the police responded and cleared the scene.

“We are currently reviewing our response to a request to clear the building today, October 23, 2018.”

When faculty members and students showed up for school on the Tuesday another call was made suggesting that there was still a bomb in the building.

The contention came when students, teachers and concerned parents waited outside the school for an all clear from police who reportedly did not show up the second time around.

It is not a ‘commission of inquiry’ – FortisTCI corrects premier

BY DELANA ISLES UTILITY company FortisTCI has taken issue with phrasing used by the territory’s leader in relation to an upcoming investigation into the company’s rate variation application.

In a statement released to the media and the general public on Wednesday (October 24), five days after a press conference hosted

by Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, the utility company aired its concerns.

It stated: “While the Electricity Ordinance refers to sections of the Commissions of Inquiry Ordinance as an administrative mechanism, it is totally incorrect to term an inquiry requested by the public supplier (in this case, FortisTCI) as a Commission of Inquiry. It is not.”

It added that an inquiry under the Electricity Ordinance as to the reasonableness of a rate variation application is a normal part of the regulatory process.

Further stating that this provision within the Electricity Ordinance intends to render an objective, professional and non-political opinion in the rate-setting process, and for the inquirer to provide the governor with independent advice in the form of a report.

The company stated that the regulatory process will only work as

FortisTCI CEO Eddington Powell

intended if each party is committed to upholding its end of the regulatory compact.

The utility firm added that it takes its obligation to serve seriously, as well as its commitment to supporting the nation’s economic growth by providing a first-class service, and its commitment to the restoration of service in the event of natural disasters.

“FortisTCI expects other parties to take their responsibilities seriously in the regulatory compact.

“Therefore, the company must insist that all parties are treated fairly and that the intent of the law is followed.

“It is important that information about this very important process be accurately communicated to the public to avoid confusion,” FortisTCI said.

The premier’s perceived ‘misstep’ in her choice of words came as she was offering a bit more clarity

on the rate variation application the company had submitted to the Government in July where she referred to the upcoming inquiry as a commission of inquiry.

The inquiry comes on the heels of the refusal of FortisTCI’s request for a rate increase.

The firm had immediately called on the governor to conduct an inquiry into what they term “the reasonableness of the company application for a rate variation” the denial in August.

The request by the company to establish an inquiry was requested under Section 34 of the Electricity Ordinance.

The governor has since agreed to conduct the inquiry.

Both the Government and the utility company will have to agree on an arbiter to carry out the investigation.

That person has not been announced as yet.

The initial application asks the Government to make regulations to increase the tariff of rates to customers by an average of 6.8 percent with immediate effect.

The proposed rate increase is broken down by customer class as follows: 5.5% to 5.7% increase in tariff of rates for residential customers and 7.9% increase in tariff of rates for all other customer categories.

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‘TCI is not blacklisted’ – Premier calls for retraction from UK media

BY DELANA ISLES THE GUARDIAN UK has been criticised by Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson after it reported that the territory had been blacklisted.

In an article posted to its website on Tuesday, October 16, the newspaper alleged that the TCI is among 21 countries that had been “blacklisted” by a French ‘think-tank’ organisation for tax evasion through its “golden passport’ scheme.

These alleged schemes, the news agency wrote, threaten international efforts to combat tax evasion.

During a press conference in Providenciales last week Friday (October 19), the premier took exception to the news agency’s reportage of what the Organisation

for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD)’s list actually entailed.

“I wish to state clearly that the TCI has not been blacklisted. Quite frankly, I wish to state that the OECD does not produce a blacklist of any anomalies that countries might have, but more a list of high risk situations.

“The media has turned this list into a blacklist and I believe that the OECD should call for a correction to these stories and I would certainly write to them inviting them to do so.”

She also noted that it is extremely important that the Government responds to the UK Guardian’s article which highlighted the territory’s investment PRC (permanent residence certificate) programme or what they referred to as ‘golden passports’.

This programme, the premier stated, is ably managed by the InvestTC agency with the Ministry of Border Control and the Governor’s Office playing key roles.

“The TCI and many other countries do not have to make amendments as the programmes are legitimate and not being used for any illicit activities, particularly not to avoid payment of taxes.

“The TCI transparency programme is aligned with the international standards on tax information sharing and is particularly fully compliant.”

She further asserted that the OECD has to produce substantial facts that countries are in breach of the standards and make a case for revision or removal of these programme if that is the case.

However, she added: “We

are not in receipt of any such correspondence and certainly wish to state our continued commitment to running a clean jurisdiction and will continue to comply with international standards.”

Among other Caribbean islands named by the OECD in their report are Antigua and Barbuda, the Bahamas, Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia, and St Kitts and Nevis which has allegedly sold 16,000 passports since relaunching its programme in 2006.

The Guardian article referred to these Caribbean nations as having pioneered the modern-day methods for the marketing of citizenship.

“After analysing residence and citizenship schemes operated by 100 countries, the OECD says it is naming those jurisdictions that attract investors

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by offering low personal tax rates on income from foreign financial assets, while also not requiring an individual to spend a significant amount of time in the country.

“Second passports can be misused by those wishing to ‘hide assets held abroad’, according to the thinktank,” the news agency reported.

The OECD, in its report, stated that the ease with which the wealthiest individuals can obtain another nationality is undermining information sharing.

The organisation has over the years introduced a framework whereby countries are encouraged to cooperate in the fight against tax evasion through the sharing of critical financial information.

This framework is known as the Common Reporting Standard and allows for details of bank accounts an individual might hold abroad to be sent to their home tax office.

NYC public defender was murdered

BY DELANA ISLES A MURDER investigation has been launched into the death of Long Island, New York, attorney Marie Kuhnla.

On Monday (October 22) police announced that they are now treating the woman’s death as a murder after having received the autopsy results from last week’s examination.

The body of the 61-yearold mother was discovered on October 16 at about 7am among waist high bushes near the Club Med resort in Providenciales where she was vacationing with friends.

The discovery is said to have been made by one of the woman’s friends, all of whom had launched a search party for her after she was not seen or heard from for an entire day.

They had also filed a missing person’s report.

The police were subsequently called in to the resort when the discovery of the body was made.

Kuhnla was pronounced dead by emergency personnel at about 7.45am.

Acting Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting has since

appealed to anyone who may have any information regarding what led to the woman’s untimely demise to come forward to the police as the investigation continues.

He also appealed to the public not to speculate as to the circumstances of the attorney’s death.

“I would also ask that the circumstances of the death of Marie are not subject to speculation, but any information be passed to my officers.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Marie at this time,” Botting said.

Police said that they are not releasing any other information at this time, as they work to offer the family of Ms Kuhnla all the support they need.

Meanwhile, as the news of the murder broke in the Turks and Caicos Islands, similar reports were taking over the airwaves in the United States at the regional and national levels.

ABC News and NBC News have both carried detailed reports of Kuhnla’s death, reaching out to her family and friends in the US for their reactions.

It has been reported that Kuhnla was vacationing with two other women, all of them attorneys for Suffolk County Legal Aid, where

Murdered NYC attorney Marie Kuhnla

Kuhnla worked as a public defender for 15 years.

The group arrived at Club Med

on October 10 and spent their days snorkelling, doing water aerobics and singing karaoke, WABC-TV reported.

Kuhnla “kept saying to me this is the best vacation,” one of the woman reportedly said.

The last time the women saw Kuhnla was the night of Sunday, October 14, when she said she was going to her room to take a nap, WABC-TV reported.

The friends reported her missing the next day.

“She did not deserve this,” a friend told WABC-TV. “She was one of the gentlest souls you would ever, ever meet.”

According to Kuhnla’s son, Rick Kuhnla Jr, his mother spent more than 15 years as a public defender, “providing legal assistance to those who could not afford it”.

“She may be gone but the impact she had on the world and inspiration she provided most certainly is not,” Kuhnla Jr said in a statement to ABC News.

He called his mother a “loving, caring, compassionate woman who I was lucky to have for a mom.”

Kuhnla Jr said his mother often visited his elderly grandmother, “taking her out to eat and keeping her company”.

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“She went back to school later in life to earn her law degree,” he said. “She was a wonderful woman who brightened the day of everyone who knew her and many who didn’t.

Club Med Resort also issued a statement on the murder.

“The entire Club Med family is saddened by the death of this guest and sends its deepest condolences to the guest’s friends and family.”

Similarly, the Minister for Tourism, Environment, Heritage, Maritime and Gaming, Hon. Ralph Higgs, expressed his deep sympathy to the family of Khulna.

He further appealed to the entire community of the Turks and Caicos Islands to provide any information they may have to the police and to allow the grieving family their privacy.

The minister also promised to, in collaboration with the Tourist Board, continue to offer assistance to the family in any way possible.

Anyone with any information is again being asked to contact investigators from the Serious Crime Unit or call in confidence to Crime Stoppers on 1-800-8477.

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

TIME TO VOICE CONCERNS?

The UK’s Foreign Affairs Committee (FAC) is presently conducting an inquiry into Britain’s governance of its territories and how it envisages their future after it leaves the European Union in 2019.

Last Tuesday (October 16), premiers from the Cayman Islands and Bermuda were the first to appear before a parliamentary select committee to share their concerns going forward.

Until last Friday there had been no official discussion of the inquiry in the TCI. After questioning, the premier finally revealed she is preparing to meet with the FAC to voice the concerns of the TCI. What are your thoughts?

Wait patiently

Our politicians should wait. Brexit is the biggest decision the UK parliament has made since May 1940 (to fight WWII).

Then, as is well known in the Caribbean, the British used military force to seize strategic parts of the region before the Germans cut off oil, other supplies and communications across the Atlantic.

Now there is no Churchill. There is no strategic threat to the region or the TCI. The UK press say that nobody can command a parliamentary majority to implement whatever decision is taken now.

There will be upheaval in the UK, and whatever UK government we negotiate with now is unlikely to survive.

The successor cannot be predicted. The earthquake in the UK will shake the rest of the EU to its foundations.

Poland and Italy are very unstable now and the German political coalition of the centre is wobbly. President Macron in France is cornered.

The UK is the fourth largest economy in the world and third military power (measured by firepower).

Upheaval there will bring all types of unexpected influences to the table.

The US elections in two weeks may clarify the position of the biggest piece on the Atlantic chess board, but clarity for the EU and the UK pieces will have to wait until at least the summer of 2019.

A tiny little place like the TCI should wait patiently on the side lines and not put its opinions on the table until the wider position is clearer.

Not classified

The lack of information flowing to the public generally leaves a lot of room for improvement.

There needs to be a real conversation about greater transparency, improved reporting to the media or the public, freedom of information and the respect having these pillars in place fosters between people and organisations.

Public information in the TCI is treated, in too many cases, as if it is classified.

An ignorant public is, well, an ignorant public. It is time for us to grow up and realise that what we do not know could actually hurt us. I for one believe, it already is.

Political suicide

I wonder why our premier wasn’t included in their discussions. This is an issue on which the OTs should be talking with one voice.

Is this a case where Bermuda and Cayman have little regard for the leadership in the TCI? The same thing happened when Britain announced the situation with the registry of companies.

I hope it’s not a case of us believing that we can go it alone. That would only be political suicide.

Be strong

No matter what Britain decides for its territories, the TCI must be strong in thinking.

With all the chain migration going on here

by people from these far away countries, and the invasion of the land by illegal sloops, this country is in deeper trouble than the Government thinks.

Turks Islanders must begin to think of here as their mother country, not Britain, because soon, you will have to stand up to get it back.

Will of the people

It will be timely and welcome when the Government appears before the Foreign Affairs Committee to voice the concerns of TCI people and their situation on land reform, immigration, social values, Christian faith, empowerment and the balance of power.

Our relationship with London and the EU remains in the balance and there are benefits, as well as, dis-benefits, that need to be considered.

Many consequential issues loom before us.

Recently the Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson voiced a serious concern and constitutional crisis issue with the governor using unconventional means to get the final say out of a Cabinet meeting and seeking to decide the ‘consensus’ arising from a Cabinet meeting.

There is no provision in the constitution for the governor to assume such an initiative over elected representatives and the will of the people.

Anything else is a constitutional coup.

She raised a defining issue that impacted TCI governance, post interim government and really takes the point on who really runs this country.

At issue before and the interim government 2009 to 2012, is who really running this country?

Allegations that contemporary governors would travel to the Islands, convene sessions with the Grace Bay cabal and attempt to tell the people, albeit through their elected representatives, what to do.

More and more, on the street, in the byways, there is that silent resolve that political independence should be considered.

It may be a cry of frustration but that strong sentiment is there.

On a brighter note, in the balance of power debate, the recent brilliant decision to return the service charge to the hardworking people of the TCI, was a test of wills, an ongoing test of resilience and political resolve of who runs this country.

The resort owners attempted to flex their muscle but the people won.

The balance of power, economic advancement, where our people fit and the onslaught of migrants must be addressed.

There is alternative empowerment through the widening of the franchise by way of the 10 year work permit, PRCs and naturalisations.

Issues of TC Islander empowerment remain on the table. It is against this backdrop that constitutional reform and ultimate advancement may be considered.

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Premier prepares statement for FAC inquiry

BY GEMMA HANDY PREMIER Sharlene Cartwright Robinson could become the next overseas territories leader called to address London as the ongoing inquiry into Britain’s relationship with its OTs gathers pace.

The premier told a press conference that she was preparing to personally submit written evidence to the Foreign Affairs Committee’s (FAC) probe.

“The FAC had invited a representative from my London office this week to make submissions or give evidence,” she told media last Friday, October 19.

“I have asked that representative not to do so and that I have asked for myself to give written evidence.”

From controversial financial services legislation effected by the UK, to the loss of European Union funding after the UK’s exit from the bloc, there is no shortage of topics Islanders might wish her to broach.

The premier would not be drawn, however, on which issues she planned to raise. Neither did she hint at a possible timeframe for doing so, saying simply she had only just made the request.

The FAC’s latest investigation announced in July - is largely seen as carving a future path for OTs’ governance and level of autonomy.

Many fear the impact Brexit might have on the UK’s territories, amid criticism that they were not adequately consulted on the matter.

Earlier this month, representatives for the Cayman Islands and Bermuda were among the first witnesses to appear before a parliamentary select committee.

Submissions from a handful

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of additional parties were also published on October 16.

They included statements from human rights and political experts, along with a lengthy report from London’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) itself which has direct responsibility for the OTs’ security and good governance.

The FCO noted that the inquiry came “at a time of change” for the OTs as Brexit approaches but said the British government believed the 14 territories’ future was “bright” and challenges would be met by “working together with the UK”.

The FCO pledged that London’s commitment to helping the OTs build resilient economies, improve standards of governance and protect their environments “would not waver”.

“The UK benefits from the talent and diversity of the people of the territories, bringing creativity and skills to our universities and businesses,” the statement continued.

“Many OTs offer unique and attractive tourism and trade opportunities, and the combined global footprint provides the UK with a permanent insight into many

Bandits steal reporter’s car to commit second armed robbery TWO harrowing gunpoint robberies this past Tuesday (October 23) have left the victims shaken and many of their stolen belongings still missing.

The first incident occurred at about 9pm on Analee Avenue in Blue Hills, Providenciales.

The 31-year-old victim, a member of the local media corp reported that she was approached outside her house by three men on the night in question, held at gunpoint and ordered to hand over her money.

The criminals demanded her cell phone and car keys before driving off in her white Toyota Brezis car.

Among other belongings in the car, was the victim’s medication for a medical condition.

There are no reports of shots being fired or physical injuries to the victim.

A mere 29 minutes later, a restaurant on Airport Road was invaded by three gun-wielding men

with their faces covered.

The bandits demanded money from the workers.

They managed to get an undisclosed amount of cash and a gold chain before speeding off in a white Toyota car.

There were no reports of shots fired or injuries.

On Wednesday, October 24, the white Toyota Brezis car was found abandoned on a dirt road off Millennium Highway.

The vehicle was processed by the Forensic Support Unit.

The female victim has since disclosed that none of her other belongings were recovered.

Police are now appealing to members of the public who may have any information in connection to these robberies to please contact police right away on 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477.

The Criminal Investigation Department of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force is continuing its investigation.

diverse regions across the world.”

The FCO also said it was “committed to fully involving” OTs and ensuring their interests were taken into account during Brexit negotiations.

“We are engaging directly and regularly with all the OT governments in relation to EU exit,” it claimed.

Former governor to Bermuda George Fergusson was quizzed during his appearance before the committee as to why Britain’s remaining territories chose to stay part of the UK. The choice to remain a British OT “involves responsibilities” as well as benefits, the FCO wrote.

“The UK government believes the current constitutional balance of

powers is broadly the right one.

“As sovereign power, the UK must retain sufficient powers to enable us to discharge our constitutional and international responsibilities both to OT populations and in international fora.”

London also acknowledged the “ill-feeling” which erupted in the TCI and other territories earlier this year over new legislation forcing OTs to adopt public registers of company ownership by the end of 2020 in a bid to curb money laundering.

Many OT governments felt the UK “had interfered in an area of their devolved responsibility”, the FCO noted, but insisted the move was necessary to improve transparency, fight corruption and improve national security.

Under the tree

A number of British politicians involved in the hearings have taken to Twitter to gauge public opinion on whether the OTs’ governance model needs reform.

“Let’s get Brexit sorted before looking to overseas territories,” wrote one Twitter user.

Others spoke out in support of the OTs. “We are still responsible for the safety and security of those territories,” said one respondent.

“Overseas territories deserve our time, Brexit or no Brexit,” agreed another, adding: “This is about good governance in a changing world.

Let’s hear what they have to say so that we can give the best support to our most treasured friends and allies.”

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Gov’t sends constitutional and Crown land change proposal to UK – PNP pulls out of bipartisan talks

BY DELANA ISLES A PROPOSAL outlining the desired changes to the territory’s 2012 Constitution and to the Crown Land Ordinance has been sent off to the United Kingdom government.

This is according to Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, who on Friday, October 19, told members of the press the proposal would have been dispatched on Monday.

The premier also revealed that although these changes were discussed, drafted and agreed upon by both the former PNP Government and the then PDM opposition in 2015, the PNP is no longer joining the PDM Government in its talks to the UK on these issues.

Premier Cartwright Robinson explained: “It is important to understand that we were a part of the PNP Government-led constitutional team and these are the works from that team that were submitted in 2015.

“We were part of the recommendations sent to the UK and the recommendations, again, before the UK are those presented in 2015 and they are based on consultations with the people of these Islands.

“We have had the opportunity to meet representatives of the PNP during February or April this year and we were able to update the submissions.”

She added that at time they were told why the party is no longer willing to engage in the talks.

“It is regrettable, but it is a party position taken in citing the party’s desire to wait for new leadership to direct these works.

“The Government will however, proceed on the expressed wish of the people and on our party’s position to seek greater and urgent changes to the 2012 Constitution.

“As this process historically takes a long time, we can ill afford to waste more time on this matter.”

Earlier this year, the Government had received correspondence from the UK Minister for Overseas Territories, Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon in respect of the proposed changes to the Crown Land Ordinance.

The minister was at the time seeking clarification on a number of the proposed amendments to the Ordinance.

Those amendments related to proposals that were sent up by the former PNP administration that were refused by his predecessor.

At a press briefing on July 26 the premier had addressed the issue.

Responding to questions from the media, the premier also revealed that the minister already approved a number of the recommendations that were sent up, and it was only the ones made by the PNP Government that were refused that he wanted further information on.

She said: “Coming to office I was

TCI no longer a zika threat, says health body

BY OLIVIA ROSE RESIDENTS and visitors to the TCI are no longer at risk of catching the mosquito borne zika virus, according to an international health body.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson made the announcement on Friday (October 19) at a press conference held at the Hilly Ewing building in Providenciales.

She explained that that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has removed its zika virus classification scheme.

The scheme had categorised most of the Caribbean countries and territories as having active zika virus transmission since the vicious outbreak in 2015.

The WHO became satisfied with the evidence that the zika virus transmission in the Caribbean had been interrupted for over 12 months or was at undetectable levels thereby posing very little risk to residents and visitors to the region.

The body removed the classification that has adversely affected tourism in many countries including the TCI. The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) recently said in a statement: “This was matched by data shared with CARPHA

by Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States of America, which showed that no

zika had been detected for over 12 months in travellers returning from the Caribbean to their countries.”

This evidence was used by the Caribbean Community to pen a letter to the WHO director general calling for the immediate reclassification of CARPHA member states from category one - having active zika transmission, to category three having no zika transmission.

It argued that the classification system had outlived its useful purpose.

According to CARPHA’s executive director Dr C James Hospedales, the zika classification was not only having an adverse impact on the Caribbean, but it was also against the tenets of the International Health Regulations.

“This adverse impact was confirmed by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) and the Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO), who made a formal request to CARPHA for the agency’s intervention,” he said in his letter to the WHO. “The Caribbean is the most tourism-dependent region in the world. It is also one of the most popular honeymoon destinations worldwide and ongoing cancellations due to the classification of most Caribbean countries as category one is hurting the industry unnecessarily.

“Therefore, CARPHA felt compelled to provide the evidence and to advocate for the removal

of this WHO zika classification system,” Hospedales added.

Health officials in the TCI have been lobbying for the territory to be removed from the high risk zika alert which has been in effect for a long time.

Premier Cartwright Robinson said: “Over the past year, there has been an effort by my Government to have Turks and Caicos Islands removed having had no new transmissions recorded and having seen other countries removed.

“We are grateful to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) and the US consulate who were helpful in our efforts but are thrilled at the positive results of the advocacy led by CARPHA and Caricom which resulted in the removal the entire classification.

“Last year I had the opportunity to engage with travel agents around the world and was told of the importance in having TCI removed from the list especially as my Government has committed through the Change Document to market TCI as a wedding destination.

“We know that the travel agents that sell TCI and tourism sector welcomes this development and we are elated as a Government.”

The number of reported cases of zika, which was first detected in the Caribbean in 2015, peaked in 2016 and began to fall off by December of that year.

not made aware of that [refusal]. I looked at the proposals that were before them.

“I was furnished by the Attorney General’s Chambers, I looked at the proposals that were before them in the constitution and I aggressively pursued them.

“That is the discussion where we are with the UK and I still went ahead and submitted all of them, not knowing that a number of them had been refused prior to my coming to office.”

Efforts to reach the PNP executive and party leadership for a response on this issue was unsuccessful up to press time.

The Weekly News will provide an update when those efforts are

successful.

Back in 2016, when the PNP lost the general election to the PDM party, former premier Rufus Ewing in his concession speech had promised that the PNP will forge “an equal partnership with the UK through a referendum on the constitution” once it is returned to power.

He noted that the referendum is high on his party’s agenda once reelected.

He said too that a constitutional reform will end the indignity of the land lottery and ensure that the people can have access to land.

Ewing said that only a PNP victory would give his party a mandate to hold this referendum.

CABINET MEETING SUMMARY PRISON improvements, flood risk management and several appointments were discussed at the latest meeting of the Cabinet on Tuesday (October 23).

Governor John Freeman chaired the 24th meeting at the NJS Francis Building in Grand Turk. All ministers were present.

At this meeting Cabinet: -Advised the governor to approve the appointment of a new CEO of Invest TCI for a period of two years with effect from November 1 subject to contractual terms approved by Cabinet being agreed.

-Approved the extension of the appointments of the members of the Health Practitioners Board for an additional period of six months.

-Approved, with amendments, the draft Sports Development (Fees) Regulations 2018.

Cabinet also approved a request by the family of Marion Williams to use the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex for a community celebration subject to the appropriate fee being charged.

-Approved the appointment of the Energy and Utilities Commissioner as Secretary of the Water and Sewerage Board with immediate effect until March 31, 2019.

-Approved the termination of the appointment of Max Garland as the representative of the TCI Electrical Contractors Association to the Electricity Board for Electrical Practitioners Licencing and approved the appointment of John Carlos Ariza as his replacement with immediate effect until March 31, 2019.

-Noted an information paper from Hon. Delroy Williams, Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication, updating Cabinet on ongoing work and plans to improve the physical infrastructure at HM Prison in Grand Turk.

-Noted the ongoing work by PWD to address recommendations in the Dillon Consulting Report on Storm Water Flood Risk Management.

The ministry will present a paper on recommendations to mitigate the risk of flooding to Cabinet for approval.

-Noted the recommendation of the Procurement Board on the award of the following contract in accordance with the Public Procurement Ordinance – TR 18/16 Shelters and Emergency Operations Centre.

-Received an update by Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson on the work of the TCI National Disaster Recovery Task Force.

-Advised the governor to approve the issuing of a public tender notice for the lease of Crown Land Parcel 60003/246 in Providenciales in accordance with Section 34 of the Crown Land Ordinance.

-Approved proposed amendments to the Physical Planning Ordinance to allow the Physical Planning Board to delegate to the Director of Planning the authority to decide on specified types of planning applications. An amended draft bill will be submitted to Cabinet for approval.

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Biting robber found guilty RASHAD Stubbs has been found guilty by a jury of his peers on firearm, robbery and wounding charges, among others.

After a three week trial before Justice Shiraz Azeez in the Providenciales Supreme Court, the man learned his fate on Wednesday (October 24) when the jury returned with a verdict of guilty.

He is expected to be sentenced on Monday, October 29.

Stubbs is alleged to have used a firearm to rob a casino in the Brother Will complex located in the Bight, Providenciales.

However, the robbery got dicey for the convicted felon when patrons and workers held him down and beat him.

In a fight for survival, Stubbs bit the finger of one of the women who was helping to beat him.

He managed to escape the fight, dropping the firearm he intended to

use to rob the establishment.

Police subsequently arrested the bandit the following day as he was attending his trial on separate firearm and cocaine possession charges.

Stubbs was sentenced to five years imprisonment for the firearm and cocaine possession charges.

The evidence against the defendant during his recent trial were: CCTV footage from the establishment, DNA found in and around the business premises, the firearm left on the scene that was tied to him, gloves and mask found with Stubbs’ DNA on them, other items with his DNA, Stubbs’ cousin’s identification of him in the business place at the time of the commission of the crime and police officers identification of him as the person trying to rob the place when his mask was beaten off and captured by the CCTV cameras in the business place.

Two convicted killers returned to TCI LAVARDO Smith and Clifford Gibson Jr have been returned to Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk from St Lucia.

Reports are that a chartered InterCaribbean Airways flight with about eight to 10 prison officers left Grand Turk airport for St Lucia to return later the same day.

Upon arrival at the sister Caribbean island’s airport, highly armed law enforcement personnel surrounded the InterCaribbean Airways plane as they escorted and handed over the TCI convicts to HM Prison officers.

The two inmates were securely

shackled at their hands, waist and feet to board the flight back home.

The men were sent off as a disciplinary step towards the maintenance of order in the TCI’s penal institution after burning down an entire prison block just after the 2017 hurricanes.

Smith’s murder appeal is listed for early next month, hence the reason for his return which was ordered by the Court of Appeal at its last session.

Reports are that Gibson Jr was returned on the basis that he would have been the last remaining TCI inmate in the St Lucian jail.

Couple killed on scooter - Martin Field and Correl Glinton

Jermaine Missick faces trial for death by dangerous driving JERMAINE Missick is currently standing trial before Justice Joan Joyner for the death of two people on South Dock Road in Providenciales.

Missick was charged with causing death by dangerous driving for the two Providenciales residents - Martin Field and Correl Glinton - who were at the time travelling on a scooter on the morning of September 8, 2017.

The couple were killed instantly from the collision, and were

pronounced dead on the scene.

Missick had been driving a Nissan V8 Titan which was found with extensive front end damage and in a ditch on the South Dock Road.

Martin and Correl’s bodies were found 10 to 15 feet apart, police later reported.

Missick was subsequently arrested, charged and released on $20,000 bail.

He remains on bail throughout the trial.

Proposed site of the new primary school in Long Bay

Residents protest location of new primary school in Long Bay

BY DELANA ISLES AN ONLINE petition has been drafted to appeal to the Government to reconsider a residential part of Long Bay as the proposed site of a new primary school in Providenciales.

The petition, titled ‘Protect our homes and safeguard our children’s future in the TCI’ is seeking 1,000 signatures.

So far 25 people have signed it, and there is no indication who started the petition.

However, elected member for the Leeward and Long Bay constituency, Akierra Missick has spoken out on social media about the proposed construction on behalf of residents of the Long Bay area.

She stated: “TCIG has selected a residential area to construct the school and as you can see it is a beautiful facility but the wrong area.

“This can be accommodated on the 25 plus acres next to the Long Bay High School and not down a narrow road surrounded by Islanders who’ve invested significantly in their properties to capture the villa market rentals so that they can have a piece of the tourism pie like the developers.”

She added that the petition is not an objection to the development of a new primary school, but a request for consultation with residents and for consideration to be given to their concerns.

She further stated: “This reminds me of when the juvenile home was proposed to be built on the Ridge

in Grand Turk. The residents got together across party lines and spoke up. As a government, we the PNP listened and found another location.

“This Government has refused to listen to the residents and that is very sad.

“Have a review and lend your support so that the Government can be forced to sit at the table with my constituents and hear their concerns.”

In its executive summary, the petition outlines that the proposed project is for parcel number 61113/268 in Long Bay, Providenciales.

It states: “Whilst the desire to see a modern primary school built on the island of Providenciales is encouraged, this petition is a strong objection to the chosen site on the basis that the site would not only adversely affect the safety and character of the residential area, but that the site also defeats the purpose for which the school should be built and for which the funding provided for its construction has been secured.”

It further states that nearby land is already zoned for the construction of educational facilities and that the proposed site is much smaller than the land already zoned.

Further, the proposed site is merely a leased site, whereas the Ministry of Education currently owns alternative sites large enough to build the project and to allow for future modifications.

The petition adds that the proposed site is difficult to access and will cause unnecessary traffic congestion causing problems not only for

students but also for residents within the area as access is about one mile from the main road.

It states that the land does not meet the environmental standards of a site which should house an educational institution as there is a nearby swamp and the site has proven to be susceptible to adverse impact following storms.

“No environmental impact assessment has been reported to the public concerning the proposed site.

“There is an urgent demand for a primary school elsewhere on Providenciales.

“In the aftermath of the 2017 hurricanes, heavily populated areas such as Blue Hills remain without a primary school, while others such as Five Cays and The Bight struggle to cope with dilapidated buildings and overcrowding.

“A more responsible use of Crown land and financial resources would focus on the construction of a school within one of these districts which currently scream for attention and investment by the Government.”

The petition clearly states that anyone who signs it would not be objecting to the building of a new primary school on the island, rather, they would be signifying a wish to encourage construction of such a school on a suitable site that meets current needs.

“By signing this petition you request the TCI Government to conduct consultation exercise in good faith with the community most likely to be affected by the proposed development.”

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Education Minister Hon. Karen Malcom signs on behalf of TCIG and Professor Dencil Williams signs on behalf of the University of the West Indies

TCI and University of the West Indies sign Providenciales campus MoU

TCI inks MoU with the University of the West Indies

BY OLIVIA ROSE MINISTER of Education Hon. Karen Malcom has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of the West Indies (UWI).

The signing of this MoU concretes plans for the establishment of an open campus in Providenciales.

It is expected to strengthen tertiary learning in the territory and aid the increasing number of TCI residents that are enrolled in the UWI’s online programmes.

The signing, which took place on Tuesday, October 16, at the Shore Club Resort, coincided with the launch of a JAGS McCartney lecture series.

Speaking at the event, Minister Malcom said this symbolic gesture demonstrates the Government’s commitment to the strengthening of

the relationship with the UWI. She stressed that the campus when complete will help to stimulate and provide tools for the pathway forward for national development.

Professor Dencil Williams signed on behalf of the University of the West Indies and Malcolm signed on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands Government in the presence of Governor John Freeman, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and other distinguished guests.

In September Dr Phyllis FlemingBanks, manager of UWI’s British Overseas Territories Open Campus, conducted a site inspection and met with education officials to further discuss the project.

During that visit Malcom said the university’s reintroduction will allow for ease of access to the programmes as well as its continuing and professional education programmes.

Devils?

COMMENTARY

IN 1776 Ben Franklin, a founding father of America, the United States, joked as he signed the documents that founded what became the world’s most powerful nation.

Ben said democracy is bound to fail as soon as the citizens discover they can vote themselves money.

The world’s nations have now reached a decision point. If they continue down the road of voting themselves money (from the government), they must embrace socialism.

In a socialist society, the country as a whole owns all the businesses, generates and keeps the profits.

They, whoever ‘they’ are, distribute the money as they seem fit.

Socialism may end up being less fair to individuals than capitalism because it eliminates all incentive except to become part of the ‘they’ group.

The UK has passed over the hump and is now heavily weighted on the socialist side.

The USA is struggling to decide.

Shall they socialise the whole country?

Through what are called business regulations and huge taxes ‘they’ have already been taking over the business communities.

This has caused many huge and small private businesses to close down or leave the USA taking the

She pointed out that the initiative forms part of the TCI Government’s plan to ensure that Turks and Caicos Islanders, who may be constrained by economic or social responsibilities, can access tertiary education within the borders of the territory.

“While education has inherent value beyond the economic function, it is essential for an individual to have a productive and meaningful career,” she said.

“This depends on the opportunities created in the economy. The more vibrant and sophisticated the economy, the more individuals can fulfil their aspirations and the more governments will have the resources to invest further in education.”

She underscored that the partnership between the TCI Government and the UWI Open Campus will help many “realise their dreams” and allow everyone

an opportunity to obtain a degree at tertiary level.

“Given that most people would love the opportunity to obtain their degree but do not have the time, they now have access to online studies in the comfort of their own home,” the minister added.

Dr Luz Longsworth, pro vicechancellor and principal of the UWI Open Campus, said the university is excited to collaborate with the TCI Government to relaunch the local site.

He said: “This initiative is particularly significant because it comes during the university’s 70th anniversary celebrations and at a time when the university is expanding its operations around the globe.

“As the fourth campus of the UWI we are charged with meeting the needs of the non-campus territories of the region.

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

jobs with them.

While neither capitalism or socialism works perfectly it has become obvious that downright socialism or communism, the official political form of socialism, has been around long enough to prove its unworthiness.

In the huge country of Russia, which grew into the Soviet Union after WWII, communism failed in about 50 years. In oil-rich Venezuela it took much less time.

The TCI remains in a semi colonial state. Half run by the semi socialist state of the UK. What a mess!

In these socialised communist societies ‘they’, the leaders like Stalin or Chavez, abused their own people in very serious ways.

Recently the USA’s president Barack Obama dreamed of a new world socialism. That has been replaced by president Donald Trump, an overly proud businessman, who now promises to “make America great again”.

The TCI has had its own leaders - from JAGS McCartney who created the first internal government where we could spend our own money on our infrastructure, to Mike Misick

“We are therefore delighted to reestablish our physical presence in the Turks and Caicos Islands to meet the growing needs of our TCI current and potential students, as well as the society at large.”

The UWI has broken into the Times Higher Education World University Rankings for the first time.

The 2019 Times Higher Education World University Rankings has ranked The UWI among the world’s top institutions.

The rankings show that the UWI is located among the 1,258 top universities in world for 2019.

This puts the UWI in the elite band of the top five percent of universities worldwide based on data showing that there are over 25,000 recognised universities, globally.

The UWI is the only Caribbean institution on the worldwide list.

who tried to assume control of the emerging wealth of the TCI. From the TCI Government’s income to its borrowing power.

From its future income to the value of its land itself.

Mike wanted to control it all and declare himself some new kind of royalty. Queen LisaRaye and all.

Eventually the UK’s sleepy justice system woke up to what was going on.

Now 11 years later with millions spent of our money and 200 official prosecution witnesses, we are preparing to spend millions more.

To hear months, perhaps years, of what the defence lawyers, defendants and defence witnesses have to say.

Did the 2006 constitution give Misick and his administration enough power to do what they did?

Just maybe, they will testify the devil made them do it.

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PAHO director Dr Carissa Etienne addresses the health conference in Grenada

Minister of Health Hon. Edwin Astwood represents the TCI at the conference

Climate change action plan approved for small islands

BY OLIVIA ROSE HEALTH ministers across the Caribbean have agreed on an action plan to ensure that the health of those living in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) is protected and prioritised within the global climate change agenda.

The decision came at the third annual Global Conference on Health and Climate Change convened for health authorities and experts from the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) to discuss the main climate change issues affecting the health of islands in the region.

The conference, which was hosted by the government of Grenada, saw prime minister Dr Keith Mitchell as well as health ministers, experts from PAHO and WHO, representatives from other UN agencies and other key stakeholders from Caribbean in attendance.

Hon. Edwin Astwood, Minister of Health, Sports and Human Services, represented the TCI during the event as a featured panellist in the discussion on building climate resilient health systems.

Former premier Dr Rufus Ewing was also in attendance, representing the Pan American Health Organisation Health Systems and Services.

“The effects of what is around us and how we’ve treated our own environment are being seen every day,” said prime minister Mitchell.

He noted that it is critical for leaders to ensure measures are in place to deal with the threat of climate change.

“As leaders we have a responsibility for a future generation. We have to protect this Earth for them.

“Placing this issue at the top of the agenda is crucial.”

That sentiment was echoed by ministers throughout the region, who highlighted that despite being among the nations least responsible for climate change in terms of greenhouse gases, it is the SIDS that are already seeing the most adverse effects.

“We all understand that climate

change will continue to affect our oceans, agriculture, food production and water resources,” said PAHO director Carissa Etienne.

“But ultimately, the main impacts through all these sectors and pathways are on health.”

Many SIDS are already seeing an increase in climate-change related events, including high burdens of climate-sensitive diseases such as vector, food, and water-borne diseases, more frequent and severe extreme weather events and rising sea levels.

The agreed action plan establishes a variety of recommendations in order to ensure that their specific needs are taken into consideration.

These include the development of mechanisms to ensure that SIDS are fully engaged in global-level climate change processes and agreements, that technical cooperation methods are strengthened and that SIDS are able to access the human, technical and financial resources necessary to address the effects of climate change on health.

“Just as we bring climate change to the heart of the health sector, we must work to bring health to the heart of climate change discussions.

“We believe this Action Plan is an important step in that direction,” concluded Dr Etienne.

Throughout the conference, ministers emphasised that while SIDS may have struggled to compete with the voices and resources of larger nations, their commitment to work together and collaborate on issues of health and climate change will help to ensure they are listened to at a global level.

“We have to recognise the strength in numbers,” said Grenada’s Minister of Health and Social Security Nickolas Steele.

“Every single country…must recognise that our power is in our vote at the various international fora.

When we unite and we speak as one we are extremely powerful.”

The conference formed part of the WHO Initiative on Climate Change and Health in Small Island Developing States, which aims to provide national health authorities in

SIDS with the political, technical and financial support to better understand and address the effects of climate change on health.

The action plan developed will now form part of the WHO Global Action Plan on Climate Change and Health in Small Island Developing

States, and a more detailed Regional Action Plan will also be utilized as a framework for action in the Caribbean.

MILLS MUSES

Fears that are buried deep CARIBBEAN people have had a challenging history and the experiences they accumulated have remained psychologically buried within their psyche.

Their higher institutions remind them of this legacy, political groups dialogue about it and current situations cause emotions, supposedly buried, to come to the forefront. So, they never forget.

One of these episodes concerned the use of the whip in slavery, which was a tool of control and power.

A Caribbean professional said that at a period in his country’s history there was social disturbance by a group of workers.

There was talk of the security forces being brought out to restore order. But one individual suggested that a long whip should be flashed and the workers ordered to return to their jobs.

This was done, and the workers dispersed.

During slavery, the whip represented discipline. Slaves feared its lashes which were psychologically devastating and painful.

The slaves would therefore avoid getting involved in any issue that would bring it into action, and this fear of the whip and the authority associated with it remain buried in our

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.

consciousness today.

This historical fear occurs even in adults, particularly when a belt is pulled from its straps in their presence.

They covertly quiver and their emotions rise since they are replaying the historical fear passed on from the plantation system through their ancestors to their descendants.

Even professional adults when the boss lashes out at someone assertively, although it does not concern them, exhibit the same sense of fear and imbalance.

It is the historical emotions of fear buried deep within which at appropriate moments surface to remind them where authority lies, and induces conformity even if they are part of the authority structure.

This fear based factor buried deep in our personality is triggered in our relationships where the loudest voice gets the hearing.

Because of our prevailing psychology of fear, whenever the more aggressive persons get

emotional and elevate their voices, many fear a physical confrontation would occur and this fear, instead of being a driving force to intervene to calm things down, results in some leaving the scene.

It is the plantation system at work where the whip is replaced by the tongue lash with the same fear effect that something unpleasant is amiss and about to ‘go down’ that brings back historic memories about the treatment our descendants underwent.

This buried fear restrains our capacity to act either in our own interest or that of others since we fear the unfounded wrath of the plantation owner, even though it is a feature of our past and the context that produced it is no more.

Historic experiences never die but remain buried in our psyche and spring to the fore when situations involving power and the powerless emerge.

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TCI finally has a climate change policy – Aims to educate public on causes, risks and mitigation

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TCI has finally completed its first climate change policy as the effects of the phenomenon are already being felt across the globe.

Ronlee James, Director of the Premier’s Office and Chairman of the Climate Change Committee, conformed the news following a press conference at the Premier’s Office on October 19.

He told media operatives that the policy was recently approved

by Cabinet and will be unveiled to the public during Environmental Awareness Month which is observed in November.

James disclosed that the policy will stipulate how climate change adaptation will be integrated in all Government strategies, spending and investment decisions.

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

The director stressed that addressing climate change and ensuring sustainable development are integral to the Government’s overall development agenda.

He noted that the policy aims

The potential future effects of global climate change

to educate the wider public on the potential impacts of climate change and the recommended adaptation strategies.

“To ensure the protection and wise use of carbon sinks, and to enhance and protect human health.

“To conserve and guarantee a sustainable supply of fresh water, to increase resilience by adapting to the adverse impacts of climate change.

“To achieve the objectives set in the TCI energy conservation policy and implementation strategy, as well as reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

“To achieve greater food security through sustainable agriculture production, while encouraging the use of green technology.”

And lastly, to advocate sustainable tourism at all levels.

He further revealed that during

Environmental Awareness Month a concerted effort will be made to sensitise the public on the importance of mitigating the impact of climate change locally.

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

As such, it is essential for small

island territories such as the TCI to build adaptive capacity, resilience to change and effective solutions.

Governor John Freeman recently highlighted this fact at a press conference where he reflected on the catastrophic impact of hurricanes Irma and Maria on the TCI. Speaking to the need for the policy, Governor Freeman said: “Though the Turks and Caicos Islands is not a major contributor to the practices that significantly impact climate change, we have experienced and will remain vulnerable to its effects if we do not take aggressive action and a firm stance on the global political stage and challenge the international community to partner with us in implementing strategies to mitigates its effects.”

He stressed that in facing hurricanes Irma and Maria, ignorance cannot be feigned when it comes to the significant impact that climate change will present to the Islands in the future.

The climate change policy will not be a static document, he said, but a dynamic work plan that is not only efficiently and effectively executed but updated every five years to ensure that the TCI remains proactive and responsive to the everevolving threat.

Cost of service survey to form evidence at FortisTCI rate increase inquiry

BY DELANA ISLES A SURVEY will soon begin into the cost of providing electricity to the territory in light of FortisTCI’s rate variation application.

At a press conference last week Friday (October 19), Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson informed the media that the survey will form part of the evidence “for the commission of inquiry” and will look into the true cost of the production of electricity in the territory.

She further explained that whatever the findings of the survey, they will not be applied retroactively (with effect from a date in the past) to the utility company.

Those findings will, she said, be applied after the survey has been

completed and the inquiry held.

“This study has never been done before in the TCI and my Government is committed to making sure that this critical work is done before we can agree to a rate increase for Fortis,” the premier added.

However, not much is known about the conduct of the survey and who will be conducting it or when.

The only information shared so far on the entire issue, is that of the appointment of an arbiter to conduct the inquiry after the application was officially denied by Governor John Freeman earlier this month.

One of the two reasons given for the denial was the need for a survey to be done.

“A cost of service study and prudency assessment will need to be conducted to enable an informed

and reasonable decision to be made on the request for rate variation,” the denial letter outlined.

The premier was also quick to point out the territory’s appreciation of the utility company’s effective and efficient service provision particularly in 2017.

“We are indeed thankful to Fortis who has played a leading role in our early recovery efforts and consider our partnership with them an important one given the important of the service it provides.

“However, the Government made a recommendation to Cabinet to decline the rate increase until a cost of service study is completed.”

COST OF SERVICE ‘Cost of service’ is the cost of providing a service, particularly in

the energy industry and other fields.

It can also be used as an adjective (cost-of-service or simply COS) to denote rate structures, analysis and expenses among other things.

Cost-of-service pricing is the setting of a price for a service based on the costs incurred in providing it.

COS pricing can be applied to an individual customer based on the costs of serving that customer, or as an average cost of service for a group of similar customers.

Cost-of-service pricing is a common method for setting prices for some types of publicly-funded services.

It is sometimes applied to rate structures for privately-held utilities in deregulated markets to ensure that the provision of an essential service in a difficult or expensive market

isn’t limited to a select few who can afford it.

As posted on Avant Energy (a US-based energy management company) website, utility costs change overtime.

“In many cases, these changes are altering the cost structure of a utility, such as increasing transmission costs in many parts of the country.

“A utility that hasn’t had a cost of service study performed in five to ten years may have rates that are no longer aligned with costs.

“We recommend that utilities complete a cost of service study every three years to ensure that rates are in line with costs.

“Even better than periodic studies are dynamic decision-making tools that allow a utility to adapt to changing costs on a regular basis.”

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Tourist Board wins ultimate partner award THE TCI Tourist Board has received the honour of being awarded Island Destination’s 2019 Ultimate Partner.

Island Destinations is a world leader in luxury vacation travel and a preferred supplier to Virtuoso, Signature, Affluent Traveller and Travel Leaders Networks.

The Ultimate Partner award winner was declared on October 11 at the ID Travel Group Travellers Collection brochure launch event at the St Regis Hotel in New York.

It was presented by owner of Island Destinations Maurice Bonham-Carter to Pamela Ewing, regional marketing manager of the TCI Tourist Board.

Director of Tourism Ramon Andrews said: “The Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board team is elated to be awarded Island Destination’s 2019 Ultimate Partner and be recognised for our persistence in fulfilling our mandate.

“We are proud of our efforts to market the Turks and Caicos Islands as the premier luxury Caribbean destination.

“This could only be achieved with the assistance of our industry partners.

“This endorsement, by our valued partner Islands Destinations, further

emboldens our commitment to excellence.”

The Tourist Board is acknowledged within the international travel and tourism sector as the territory’s official destination marketing agency.

Its promotional efforts are continuously recognised as evidenced by the 2018 World Travel Award nomination for Caribbean’s Leading Tourist Board.

This newest accomplishment, was achieved as a result of the development of key industry alliances and a comprehensive marketing strategy, a board statement said on Tuesday (October 23).

Laurie Palumbo, chief operating officer at Island Destinations, said: “We’re thrilled this year to present our Ultimate Partner Award to the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board.

“This destination partner continuously goes above and beyond for Island Destinations with their support in educating advisors and engaging in marketing opportunities to drive business.

“With their help, in June 2018 we brought our entire team to the island to experience the destination in depth and enhance their expertise on the luxury hotels and villas.”

Pamela Ewing, regional marketing manager of the TCI Tourist Board, accepts Island Destination’s Ultimate Partner Award

TCI Tourist Board team members celebrate the addition of another award

TCI National Security Council meeting summary DIGITAL police radios, new police vehicles and prison staffing issues were all topics of discussion at the latest meeting of the TCI National Security Council (NSC).

Governor John Freeman and Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson co-chaired the meeting on Thursday (October 18) at the Hilly Ewing Building in Providenciales.

In attendance as members were Deputy Governor Anya Williams, Attorney General Rhondalee Brathwaite Knowles and the Commissioner of Police James Smith, a statement from the Governor’s Office on Thursday (October 25) said.

At this meeting the NSC received updates from the commissioner of police on: -The latest crime statistics for the first six months of the year to end-September 2018 which showed that overall crime had fallen by 30 percent compared to the previous year.

Robberies and incidents

involving firearms were down by 42 percent and 68 percent respectively although the number of murders had risen from three to seven for the same period.

-Collaboration with other Overseas Territory Police Forces to establish a digital forensic facility to improve detection and provision of evidence before the courts.

-The new 911/CCTV Unit in Providenciales which was now fully operational and proving very effective.

An Invitation to Tender (ITT) notice would issue shortly to install CCTV on Grand Turk.

-Digital police radios had been extended to Grand Turk and would be rolled out to the other islands to improve police communication coverage across the Islands.

-Concerns about the number of vehicles on TCI roads without number plates.

The premier highlighted that the Road Safety Department had a plentiful supply of number plates

in stock and that a notice needed to be issued to instruct the public to acquire plates for their vehicles.

-Initiatives with the local community to remove guns from the streets of TCI. The premier briefed the NSC on work that she was involved in to encourage people to hand in their guns.

-The arrival of new police vehicles by the end of October.

At this meeting the NSC received updates from the deputy premier on: -A significant decrease in the number of illegal sloops attempting to reach TCI since the radar was repaired.

Immigration officers were on heightened alert at this time of year and in the light of recent reports of unrest in Haiti.

-An invitation to the Bahamas authorities to visit TCI to discuss possible co-operation to address illegal migration to TCI. -An improvement in visa

processes resulting in a significant reduction in the number of visas issued and applications being submitted.

Malpractice in the ministry was being tackled and a clampdown on improper activity enforced.

-Measures with the police to enhance co-operation and the effectiveness of Operation Guardian.

-Measures under consideration to introduce national identity cards in TCI. In the absence of the minister of home affairs, the NSC received an update from the premier on the situation at HM Prison including on: -The recruitment of a new superintendent and additional prison officers.

-Current staffing issues.

-The arrival of a new training manager to raise levels of officer professionalism and performance.

-Plans to improve existing infrastructure including the building of a new accommodation block.

The commissioner of police introduced the draft National Security Strategy (NSS).

The NSC agreed that the strategy had to encompass activity by all relevant departments and stakeholders, not just the police, and that their views would be sought to feed in to a revised version of the strategy.

The multi-agency Joint Law Enforcement Team (JLET) will be the body responsible for delivering the NSS reporting to the NSC. The premier informed the NSC that a letter of entrustment had been requested from the UK government to enable the TCI to sign the instrument of accession to the memorandum of understanding for intelligence sharing among member states of Caricom which is necessary for TCI’s participation in the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) database of passenger information to be shared between Caricom member states and the United States.

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Attendees were able to network in the beautiful Caribbean surroundings

Conference attendees also enjoyed some fun outdoor activities

Beaches hosts social media mums ONE hundred mums spent five days learning modern day marketing secrets from some of the most highly successful businesswomen recently.

The social media influencers were attending Beaches Resorts’ fourth annual ‘Social Media on the Sand’ conference from October 17 to 21.

According to a statement from Beaches on Monday (October 22), the sold out, invitation only event offered attendees a unique opportunity to improve their marketing skills.

As well as the conference, they took part in outdoor-oriented activities and interactive experiences.

Speaker Debbie-Ann White,

senior vice president of public relations and promotions at Unique Vacations, said: “We are excited to have this outstanding group of women sharing their inspirational stories with our conference guests.

“In this era of female empowerment, paired with the reach and importance of social media, our ‘Social Media on the Sand’ event offers a truly unique forum for personal and professional growth.”

This year, Beaches’ handpicked list of guest speakers and keynotes included three of the most accomplished modern brand builders and role models.

Rebecca Minkoff, co-founder

and creative director of the fashion powerhouse, said: “Social media has had an exponential effect on my business, and brands that know how to connect with consumers, authentically and consistently, are leading the way in today’s market.

“I’m excited to be at Beaches Turks and Caicos and to be among many other strong, driven, female entrepreneurs sharing ideas and inspirational support.”

Alli Webb, founder of Drybar blowout salon, said: “I’m super excited to be at ‘Social Media on the Sand’ at Beaches Turks and Caicos, both as an entrepreneur and a mom who understands the need of other women

Safe and sterile medical instruments are essential in all areas of healthcare

to launch their own businesses.

“Social media is an increasingly significant part of that.”

Holly Robinson Peete, award-winning author, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist and brand spokesperson, said: “It’s an honour to be asked to be a keynote speaker for this great conference alongside so many accomplished female entrepreneurs.

“My path has been shaped as a mother of four, including a special needs child, so I truly understand the challenges, and the joys, of weaving family and work into a meaningful life.”

Influencers also participated in

an extraordinary school makeover at Ianthe Pratt Primary School – home to 600 children aged five to 11.

Sponsored by the Sandals Foundation and School Specialty, the activity provided the opportunity to paint the school’s existing playground and outdoor stage, along with a collection of inspirational murals.

Prior to travel, attendees also received special backpacks encouraging them to join Beaches’ ‘Pack for a Good Cause’ campaign.

They each filled their backpacks with five pounds of desperately needed school supplies and distributed them personally to the school children on site.

Students were required to wear personal protective equipment during the tour

Pupils learn that ‘safe and sterile’ is key STUDENTS from the Clement Howell High School were granted behind-the-scenes access to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre last week.

They were given a guided tour of the Medical Device Reprocessing Department in observance of International Medical Device Reprocessing Week from October 14

to 20.

A press release from TCI Hospital on Thursday (October 25) explained: “Medical device reprocessing is critical to the delivery of healthcare as surgeries and other medical procedures cannot be performed without safe and sterile medical instruments.”

A team of specialist technicians at the hospital are responsible for the decontamination, packaging and sterilisation of thousands of reusable instrument sets every month.

These processes are conducted in an isolated area with high-powered special equipment and stringent

infection prevention and safety protocols.

Students were required to wear personal protective equipment during the tour.

The safety gear is mandatory for all employees operating in the decontamination section of the department.

Other initiatives held during the week included an information booth display and a special continuing medical education session for healthcare providers.

The theme of this year’s International Medical Device Reprocessing Week is, ‘Instrumental to healthcare, instrumental to you’.

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This good doggy got his checkups and shots at the TCSPCA’s last Provo clinic

The lotus effect

THE LOTUS is one of the world’s most celebrated flowers.

From ancient times to the present day it has featured in folklore, religion and the arts in one form or another.

It is a symbol of eternity, plenty and good fortune. The flowers are widely used for ornament and as offerings particularly in Buddhism and Hinduism.

Nearly all parts of the lotus are edible and are used in Oriental cooking.

The lotus (Nelumbo) is one of the most majestic plants to have in a water garden. It is by far the most exotic of all pond plants.

And it is the one plant that scares water gardeners.

Quite a few people tend to shy away from them and are intimidated by them but they are very easy to grow once you understand the basic care of them.

The colours available are white, yellow, pink and even bi-colour. Lotus loves the heat and they are very fragrant; the perfume will permeate the evening air.

The flowers, which last three to five days, close up at night.

Most florists and craft people love the dried lotus pods because of their uniqueness in fresh and dried arrangements.

The seeds that dry in the pods will rattle when shaken. It is reported that the seeds remain viable for centuries.

Because they are viable for so long, they are easy seeds to get from a florist shop.

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Growing water lotus from seed is easier than you might think. Water lotus seed should be started when the water temperature is at least 70° F warm.

The first thing you will need to do is to scar your seeds. This involves filing off the pointy tip of the seeds down just one layer.

Scarifying the lotus seed is important because the seed may not grow otherwise and will possibly rot.

After the seed has been scarred, soak the seed in water (such as an empty clean plastic soda bottle).

Change the water daily until you are ready to plant your water lotus sprout.

Seeds that float usually (but not always) do not produce.

If your water lotus seed floats, try filing it down a little more until you see a tiny bit of white coloration.

That is the meat of the seed and will not hurt the seed if it is slightly nicked.

After the first day of soaking your water lotus seed it can swell to almost twice the size and resemble a black olive.

On day four to five you should see some green growth sprouting from your water lotus seeds.

Continue to change out the water each day, but be careful as to not disturb the growth. Continue the

process until your seedling is about six inches long.

Pick a pot. A no holes three to five gallon lily pot is the best choice. By this time your water lotus seedling should be large enough to plant outdoors.

Before planting the lotus seeds it is a good idea to form an anchor so they will not float to the surface of the water.

This is easily accomplished by wrapping regular modelling clay lightly around the seed. Do not use play dough.

Gravel can be used over the top of the soil medium, but it is not as effective.

Planting medium should be two parts regular clay soil mixed (or top soil if you can’t find clay soil) with one part river sand. Do not use concrete sand.

Lotus needs little soil to grow. Allow for about six inches deep of loamy soil.

Carefully lower the pot into shallow water no more than 18 inches deep.

Do not fertilise during the first year. Lotus that is allowed to grow wild will grow up to four feet tall, but the plant will be smaller if it is potted in a small container.

Sun requirements are at least six hours a day.

Wide-eyed and bushy tailed, this beautiful canine friend was unafraid to see the vet

TCSPCA ‘fixes’ over 70 cats and dogs on Provo THE TCSPCA office and clinic located at the junction of Suzy Turn and Leeward Highway may have seemed a trifle chaotic to the uninitiated last week as the spay, neuter and wellness clinic got underway.

But, said Director Susan Blehr, it was a carefully choreographed chaos, which saw a whopping 76 animals undergoing surgery that will prevent literally thousands of unwanted puppies and kittens from being born on the island.

Volunteer veterinarian Dr Terry Eylers, assisted by fourth year veterinary student Maia Titcomb, accomplished this impressive feat over six days from October 12 to 18.

The very well-rehearsed TCSPCA volunteer team worked just as hard, processing all the paperwork to keep the flow of animals on track.

“They also trapped dogs and cats in various yards where owners required help to get their animals to the surgery.

“In addition, they cleaned cages, advised owners on after care, bathed and de-ticked several puppies and cleaned the clinic and office at the end of each very long day,” the director said.

In addition to the spay/neuter surgeries, Dr Terry and Maia

performed several other surgeries for mass removals and wound treatments.

Dr Kathryn Finlayson, the current doctor at Turks and Caicos Veterinary Associates, volunteered her time one afternoon during the clinic.

She returns to the TCSPCA clinic on October 22 to perform additional spays and neuters, Blehr added.

The director was also quite thrilled with the breakdown of the final numbers - 36 females dogs spayed and 14 males neutered; 13 cats spayed and 13 neutered.

“Thanks to the generosity of Caicos Catalyst charters, the team enjoyed their one day off, on the water enjoying sea, sun and sand on Sunday afternoon.

“They ended their marathon surgery with an idyllic ride and ocean swim with Provo Ponies on Thursday afternoon,” she stated.

Meanwhile, with the successful completion of the October clinic, the TCSPCA team is now preparing for the ‘Just For Fun’ Dog Show, to be held on November 3, under the Big White tent at Turtle Cove Marina.

“See you at one of the most anticipated fundraising events of the year,” the TCSPCA director encouraged.

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Sons of Bermudan Government minister sold cocaine, cannabis to UK students from taxis TWO brothers whose dad is a Government minister in Bermuda have been jailed for selling drugs to university students in Lincoln by taxi.

Marcus Weeks and his younger brother Dalji Waldron, whose father Michael Weeks is the Minister of Social Development and Sports in the Bermudan Government, operated “a mobile shop” which sold cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis.

Taxis were used to deliver drugs to customers at the front of the University of Lincoln’s reception, Lincoln Crown Court heard.

Lisa Hardy, prosecuting, said that the brothers ran the operation as a business to make money.

She said: “They were operating at mid-market level. They were buying in bulk amounts collecting the drugs from London then selling them in gram deals. They had a range of products.

“They clearly had a management function within this. They were not drug users. They were motivated by financial gain.”

The brothers were initially arrested in January 2017 after a car being driven by Weeks was stopped by police on the A1 at Colsterworth for having no insurance.

Officers smelled cannabis and quantities of the drug were found inside the Rover car.

As a result, police raided their home in Clarina Street, Lincoln and discovered £16,000 worth of cannabis, ecstasy and cocaine in the brothers’ locked bedrooms.

Checks on their mobile phones

Protesters set fires to block streets as they demonstrate in Port-au-Prince this month calling for the resignation of President Jovenel Moise.

Haiti president removes top officials linked to corruption scandal Marcus Weeks and brother Dalji Waldron were each jailed for four years and four months.

revealed messages showing they had been dealing for months.

Mrs Hardy said: “Messages on Waldron’s phone showed he was a mid-market dealer. He had people working for him.

“He used taxis for the delivery of drugs to customers and people paid him on tick.

“Weeks’ phone showed he was buying in bulk from someone importing drugs and had someone working for him as a dealer.

“The messages showed they were meeting students. The arrangement was to meet at the front of the Lincoln University reception.”

The brothers were bailed but

arrested again nine months later after police carried out a search of a terraced house in Dixon Street , Lincoln, which was being used to grow cannabis.

Weeks was at the property when police arrived and the fingerprints of both himself and his brother were found on growing equipment.

The cannabis plants could potentially have yielded almost £11,000 worth of drugs.

Weeks, 28, and Waldron, 23, both of Clarina Street, Lincoln, admitted charges of conspiracy to supply cocaine, ecstasy and cannabis between August 17, 2016 and September 22, 2017.

HAITI’S President Jovenel Moise removed two top government officials Monday (Oct 22) as part of a purge of people linked to a corruption scandal that has ignited mass protests.

The cabinet chief and the secretary general of the presidency were removed from office along with 15 government advisers, an official announcement said.

“To have a healthy process, the president has decided to rid the environment of people linked to Petrocaribe without admitting they are guilty of anything,” Prime Minister JeanHenry Ceant said at a news conference.

“The courts will say who is guilty and who is not.”

The move came five days after tens of thousands of people took to the streets in Port-au-Prince and

other cities to protest corruption.

Investigations by the Haitian Senate in 2016 and 2017 concluded that nearly $2 billion from a Venezuelan aid programme called Petrocaribe were misused.

Through Petrocaribe, Venezuela for years supplied Haiti and other Caribbean and Central American countries with oil at cut-rate prices and on easy credit terms.

A dozen former cabinet ministers were implicated, including the two officials removed from office on Monday.

The Senate’s findings, however, led to no legal or government actions, prompting the rise of a civil protest movement called Petrocaribe Challenge demanding that the government explain what happened to the money.

Jamaica PM wants Spanish to be island’s second language PRIME Minister Andrew Holness says appropriate programmes must be put in place to make Spanish Jamaica’s second language.

Delivering the keynote address at the official opening of the Excellence Oyster Bay Hotel, he said there are so many Spanish investments in Jamaica, that “bilateral cooperation” with that country could be even stronger by encouraging greater use of the Spanish language in the island.

The Prime Minister reminded that Jamaica and Spain have enjoyed a successful, meaningful and mutually beneficial relationship for many years, dating back centuries. He said bilateral cooperation between the two countries has never been better, having strengthened over the past decade to where Spain is now one of the leading sources of direct foreign investments in Jamaica.

“With so much investment from Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries in the region, I think very

Andrew Holness said that having Spanish as a second language will help bilateral cooperation between Jamaica, Spain and Spanish speaking nations in the region.

soon we will have to emphasize and put in place programmes that make Spanish a second language,” Holness said.

The Prime Minister said it had not gone unnoticed the interest being shown in Jamaica’s tourism

by Spanish investors, adding that the Government will do everything to “encourage even more investments”.

“We do take note of the Spanish investment of US$1.7 billion in Jamaica’s tourism industry. This is evident in the 14 hotels, wellness centres and construction projects undertaken by Spanish companies across the island,” he said.

Holness also pointed out that 25 per cent of the rooms that are built in Jamaica are the product of Spanish investments, and cited the Memorandum of Understanding that was signed between the two countries back in May in Madrid, Spain, to facilitate the strengthening of bilateral, regional and multilateral relations to include areas of trade and investment, tourism, energy, agriculture and education.

For his part, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Excellence Group, Luxury Hotels and Resorts, Antonio de Montaner, said the opening of the US$110-million property is not only a win for the Group, but also for Jamaica.

Approximately 120,000 in Trinidad are affected by the flood.

Amid flood disaster in Trinidad & Tobago, earthquakes hit TWO earthquakes struck off Trinidad and Tobago within 24 hours over the weekend, as the twin-island republic was dealing with massive flooding that caused destruction in some sections of the country and led Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley to declare a national disaster.

There were no reports of any injuries as a result of the quakes, however.

According to the University of the West Indies (UWI) Seismic Research Centre, the first, smaller one occurred on Saturday, around 4:41 p.m.

That magnitude 4.2 tremor struck 92 km south of Barbados’ capital, Bridgetown; 166 km northeast of Scarborough, Trinidad and Tobago; and 191 km southeast of Kingstown, St Vincent and the Grenadines.

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Cayman Islands: Premier looking toward to working with new governor Zika had a big spike in 2016, but has since waned out.

Zika label removed from Caribbean countries ADVOCACY from the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has resulted in the World Health Organization (WHO) removing the “Zika virus country” label from territories in the region.

The Trinidad-based CARPHA pointed out last week that the move came on the heels of data it released, which gave evidence that Zika virus transmission in the Caribbean had been interrupted for over 12 months, or was at undetectable levels, thereby posing very little risk to residents and visitors to the region.

“This was matched by data shared with CARPHA by Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States of America, which showed that no Zika had been detected for over 12 months in travellers returning from the Caribbean to their countries,” CARPHA said in a

statement.

That evidence was used by CARICOM to pen a letter to the WHO Director General calling for the immediate reclassification of CARPHA member states from Category 1 (having active Zika transmission) to Category 3 (having no Zika transmission), arguing that the classification system had outlived its useful purpose.

CARPHA Executive Director, Dr James Hospedales explained that the Zika classification was not only having an adverse impact on the Caribbean, but it was also against the tenets of the International Health Regulations (IHR).

This adverse impact was confirmed by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association and the Caribbean Tourism Organization , who made a formal request to CARPHA for the Agency’s intervention.

PREMIER Alden McLaughlin said he is looking forward to working with the Cayman Island’s new governor Martyn Roper after the pair spoke for the first time via video conference Tuesday.

The new governor, formerly deputy head of mission for the U.K. in Beijing, China, arrives on island Monday. The premier said the two men had a positive conversation, Tuesday, and he believes they will build a “cordial and productive” working relationship.

“I am pleased to have heard directly from Mr. Roper his eagerness about working in the Cayman Islands and to also have him provide firsthand information on his background and experience working with other Overseas Territories,” said Mr. McLaughlin in a statement Tuesday evening.

The premier also revealed that his government had some input into outlining the necessary credentials required for the role, before the appointment of Mr. Roper. According to a submission to a U.K. parliamentary subcommittee, government is seeking more input in the longer term into such appointments, including power of veto over the U.K.’s governor choices.

Martyn Roper will travel to the Cayman Islands next week.

On this occasion, Mr. McLaughlin suggested the Foreign and Commonwealth Office had agreed to take his advice on board in terms of outlining the qualities needed in a new governor.

He said he had written to Lord Tariq Ahmad of Wimbledon, the minister with responsibility for Britain’s overseas territories, recommending that whomever was appointed to the role had a good knowledge and preferably experience of working with overseas territories.

He wrote, “They will need to have an appreciation for the separate roles of the elected government and the Governor’s Office and to be able to hit the ground running.”

Mr. McLaughlin, in his letter to Lord Ahmad, also suggested the experiences of former governor Helen Kilpatrick be considered as part of the recruitment process.

He wrote, “This would, I believe, go a long way to giving us confidence that the process would give us someone who understands and respects the role of the Premier and the Government whilst also appreciating that Caymanians understand full well how to grow and keep our islands safe and prosperous.”

In his press release, the premier said Lord Ahmad had taken that advice on board.

He added,“I thank Lord Ahmad for the opportunity to provide advice on the qualities needed in the incoming governor.

I am also grateful that, in speaking with Mr. Roper, he indicated he has had conversations with former Governor Kilpatrick with regards to her role and experiences when she served as governor of the islands.”

(Cayman Compass)

Taxes likely on unhealthy drinks in the Bahamas Haiti’s President Jovenel Moise, centre has

Haitian president’s office denies unknown assailants targeted his son CONFUSION surrounds an alleged attack on a car making its way down Nazon, a main thoroughfare in the capital, Port-au-Prince which media reports claimed was owned by Haitian President Jovenel Moise’s son.

The office of the president has denied that the car of the leader’s eldest son came under attack by four gunmen.

“The office calls on all sectors of the population not to give in to disinformation practices that have become commonplace in recent times in the country,” the statement

said.

VOA Creole contacted the Haitian National Police (PNH) spokesperson, Michel-Ange Louis Jeune, who also denied the report Tuesday.

Earlier media reports claimed Joverlin Moise, the president’s eldest son, was not in the car during the attack— the driver had just dropped him off at an undisclosed location.

A source close to the president who did not wish to be named, was cited as saying the car, a white Toyota Land Cruiser, was equipped with some bulletproof features, and had sustained several bullet holes.

THE National Health Insurance Authority is proposing a tax on sugary drinks and potentially other unhealthy products be implemented July 2019 to fund health education and outreach programmes.

However, the proposal, outlined in NHIA’s policy paper – National Health Insurance a Shared Responsibility – released yesterday does not say what the tax rate would be.

“Jurisdictional research indicated that ‘sin’ taxes on particularly unhealthy products, such as sugary drinks, alcohol, and cigarettes are effective revenue sources and create an economic and social incentive to reduce consumption,” the document said.

“Under our proposed plan, a sugary drinks tax structure will be developed for sugary drinks and potentially other unhealthy products.

The funding generated by this tax will be earmarked and flow directly into health education and outreach programmes.”

It continued: “Under the National Wellness Programme, NHIA will

lead a prevention, health education and outreach programme. While primary care physicians should act as the principle educator for Bahamians when it comes to good health, mass education campaigns on the dangers of poor health are critical.

Understanding the importance of listening to your doctor starts with outlining the consequences of failing to do so. Our prevention, health education and outreach programme will be both inspiring and educational, by providing important health education tips as well as information about the dangers of poor health decisions.”

According to the policy paper, there will be four separate categories of coverage under National Health Insurance.

The standard health benefit is the minimum standard of coverage for insurance contracts in The Bahamas.

In 2020, it will include enhanced primary care and the high cost care programme.

There is also enhanced primary care. This category will include the existing primary care services

included in NHI as well as cancer screenings, X-rays and ultrasounds.

High cost care, the third category in the scope of coverage, features treatment for interventions for disease burdens for breast cancer, cervical cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer, rectal cancer, heart attacks, pacemaker insertion and end stage kidney disease.

And then there are supplemental insurance offerings to be offered to consumers in health insurance plans and can be structured based on individual consumer and provider preferences.

The policy paper also lists several groupings to be exempt from the employer mandate which proposes employers share the cost of National Health Insurance with the employee.

“If an employee has more than one job in which they are working 15 hours per week or more, it is the responsibility of the first employer to be the ‘primary employer’ and purchase health insurance for their employees. If this status changes, the other employer becomes responsible.”

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Mailed pipe bombs spread fear in several states, and officials say there may be more packages WITH every intercepted pipe bomb, fear spread from New York to Washington, Florida, Delaware and California. The devices stashed in manila envelopes and mailed nationwidetargeted top Democrats two weeks before the midterm elections.

The bombs found this week were intended for at least seven officials, including Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters. Law enforcement officials said they believe they’ve tracked down another suspicious package sent to former Vice President Joe Biden, and the FBI says additional packages may have been mailed to other locations.

Another device was discovered early Thursday at an office in New York associated with actor Robert De Niro.

None of the bombs detonated and no one was injured. Here’s a breakdown of what we know: The pipe bombs were sent to a mix of office and residential addresses, and appeared to target some of the people President Donald Trump criticizes frequently. The

Several well-known critics of US president Donald Trump, along with former president Barack Obama and former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton were targeted.

five packages discovered Tuesday and Wednesday had a similar return address: That of Democratic Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, but with

her last name misspelled. There is no information to suggest she sent the packages.

Barack Obama: The package

UK: Home secretary apologises for immigrant DNA tests HOME Secretary Sajid Javid has apologised to people who were wrongly forced to take DNA tests to prove they were entitled to settle in the UK. A Home Office review found there were at least 449 cases where letters had been sent with the demand.

Mr Javid told the House of Commons that some relatives of Gurkhas and Afghan nationals employed by the UK government were among those affected.

It was “unacceptable” and guidance was “unclear or wrong”, he said.

The Home Office launched an internal review four months ago after admitting officials wrongly forced immigrants to take DNA tests.

“Today I want to take this opportunity to apologise to those affected by this practice,” Mr Javid told MPs. “The provision of DNA evidence should always be voluntary and never mandatory.”

The Home Office report said DNA evidence was requested using inappropriate wording in 398 cases as part of an operation investigating fraud, of which 83 applications were refused.

sent to the former president was intercepted in Washington, D.C., during routine mail screening procedures, the Secret Service said.

Bill and Hillary Clinton: The package was addressed to their residence in Chappaqua, New York, and was intercepted Tuesday night by the Secret Service during routine mail inspection.

Eric Holder: The package was addressed to the former attorney general, but sent to the Florida office of Schultz, whose return address was on the package.

Maxine Waters: One package was sent to the Democratic congresswoman’s office in Washington and a second package addressed to her was found at a postal facility in Los Angeles. It matches the description of those sent to the other officials.

John Brennan: The “live explosive device” was delivered by courier to CNN’s offices in New York. The former CIA director frequently appears on CNN. The NYPD said an envelope containing white powder also was found as part of the device’s original packaging.

Joe Biden: Authorities believe they’ve found a suspicious package addressed to the former vice president, law enforcement officials told CNN Thursday morning.

Two law enforcement sources on Wednesday told CNN’s Josh

Campbell and Brynn Gingras the package was misaddressed and returned to sender.

George Soros: A suspicious package found Monday appeared to be an explosive devicetargeting the billionaire investor, philanthropist and Democratic donor. It was rendered safe in Bedford, New York, a law enforcement source told CNN. Robert De Niro: Around 4:45 a.m. Thursday, police responded to a report of a suspicious package received at a nonresidential building in New York City’s Tribeca neighborhood, NYPD Lt. Thomas Antonetti said. The package was addressed to actor Robert De Niro, a vocal critic of Trump, and has markings similar to the other pipe bomb packages recently mailed nationwide, two law enforcement sources told CNN. The devices sent to Soros, Brennan and the Democratic officials appeared to be pipe bombs, said Bryan Paarmann, FBI special agent in charge of the counterterrorism division in New York.

An initial examination shows they are are rudimentary but functional, and have similar construction. At least one contained projectiles, including shards of glass, a law enforcement official told CNN. The bombs were unstable and could have been set off just by handling, sources said.

Sahle-Work Zewde promised to focus on gender equality and promoting peace.

The Home Secretary Sajid Javid called the tests “unacceptable”.

Seven of those cases were refused solely for not providing DNA evidence and six had rejections where the refusal to provide DNA was referenced. These 13 cases are being reviewed.

In a further 51 cases, DNA was requested from relatives of Gurkhas - who are Nepalese and have been part of the Army for more than 200 years.

“I am determined to get to the bottom of how and why, in some cases, people were compelled to

provide DNA in the first place,” he told MPs. “Across our immigration system, no-one should face a demand to supply DNA evidence and no-one should have been penalised for not providing it.”

He said those affected would be reimbursed and he announced he had set up a task force to investigate any further breaches.

Mr Javid said he would be reviewing the immigration system to ensure it was “fair and humane”.

Sahle-Work Zewde becomes Ethiopia’s first female president ETHIOPIAN members of parliament have elected SahleWork Zewde as the country’s first female president.

Ms Sahle-Work is an experienced diplomat who has now become Africa’s only female head of state.

Her election to the ceremonial position comes a week after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed appointed a cabinet with half the posts taken

up by women.

After being sworn in, President Sahle-Work promised to work hard to make gender equality a reality in Ethiopia.

Addressing parliament, she also pledged to promote peace: “I urge you all, to uphold our peace, in the name of a mother, who is the first to suffer from the absence of peace.’’ (CNN)

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Raab warns ‘intransigent’ EU could result in no Brexit deal

Russia denies building missiles that violate the deal.

INF treaty: Russia ‘will respond’ to new US missiles in Europe PRESIDENT Vladimir Putin has warned Russia will respond “in kind” if new US nuclear missiles are placed in Europe.

Mr Putin said any European countries hosting US missiles would be at risk of Russian strikes.

Nato has said it is unlikely to deploy more nuclear weapons to Europe should an arms control treaty between Washington and Moscow collapse.

The US says Russia has violated the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) treaty and plans to withdraw.

Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg agreed that Russia had probably violated the deal. He said Nato did not seek confrontation but stood ready to defend all allies against any threat.

Thursday sees Nato begin its largest military exercise since the Cold War. The operation is to repel a mock invasion of Norway and will involve all 29 members, as well as Finland and Sweden.

He said it was “very dangerous” to dismantle a global arms control system and added: “There would be nothing left except an arms race.”

Russia’s response would be “very quick and effective”, he said.

“If the US do end up pulling out of the INF treaty, then the most important question is what will they do with the missiles that will reappear again,” he said, speaking at a news conference after talks with Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte.

“If they are supplied to Europe, then of course we will have to respond in kind, and the European countries that agree to this - if things come to this - should understand that they will be subjecting their own territory to the threat of a possible retaliatory strike,” he added.

Mr Putin added that Russia was concerned that the US had already dropped the Anti-Ballistic Missile

(ABM) treaty, wanted to leave the INF treaty, and that the future of the nuclear arms reduction New Start treaty was unclear.

Signed by the US and the USSR in 1987, the INF treaty bans all nuclear and non-nuclear missiles with short and medium ranges, except sealaunched weapons.

The place where the US and Russia would probably use such missiles against each other is Europe.

That is why President Donald Trump’s threat to withdraw has led to concerns that a collapse of the INF treaty would mean placing new missiles on the Continent.

The US insists that Russia has a new medium-range missile called the Novator 9M729 - known to Nato as the SSC-8.

The missile would be a violation of the INF treaty and would enable Russia to launch a conventional or nuclear strike at Nato countries at very short notice.

President Trump said the US would not let Russia “go out and do weapons [while] we’re not allowed to”.

Russia has said little about its new missile other than to deny that it is in breach of the agreement.

Mr Stoltenberg said Nato supported Washington’s criticism of Moscow, adding that such agreements only worked if adhered to by both sides.

“We don’t have an effective INF treaty if it’s only respected by one part,” Mr Stoltenberg told a press conference.

“That has been and it’s the main problem,” he said. “All allies have strongly stated that we are concerned about the new missile and that the most plausible explanation is that Russia is in violation of the INF treaty.

“But you also understand that this is not something that can go on because the treaty is not working if it’s only respected by one side.”

(BBC)

THE UK could experience a “no deal” departure from the EU if the bloc takes a “deliberately intransigent approach” to Brexit negotiations, MPs have been told.

Brexit Secretary Dominic Raab made the warning to the House of Commons on Thursday, amid reports the government is ready to introduce parliamentary preparations for a no deal divorce in less than three weeks’ time.

Legislation to prepare the UK for a no deal Brexit will be launched in the second week of November, including at least four new bills, according to The Times.

“We’re about to introduce no deal legislation very, very soon,” a senior government figure told the newspaper.

They added: “Obviously we don’t want to upset the negotiations but the clock is ticking and it will get harder and harder the later we leave it.”

Taking questions from MPs on Thursday, Mr Raab admitted there is a “risk of no deal, especially if the EU engage in a deliberately intransigent approach”.

However, he reiterated government preparations to deal with such a scenario, including the recruitment of 300 extra customs

Dominic Raab warned MPs of a ‘go-slow’ at Calais after Brexit.

staff and plans for a further 600 appointments.

“We have given a range of advice through our 106 technical notices, half of which gave advice on customs procedures for businesses,” Mr Raab added.

“There have been 300,000 letters sent to current customs users and letters to 145,000 VAT-registered businesses.”

The Brexit secretary also outlined £8m of funding for customs intermediaries, but spoke of a

“worst-case scenario” where French authorities in the port of Calais are “deliberately directing a go-slow approach by supporting a diversion of the flow to more amenable ports in other countries”.

Labour’s shadow Brexit secretary Sir Keir Starmer tackled Mr Raab on why no deal legislation had not been introduced “months ago”.

He said: “The analysis by the Institute for Government shows that, taken together, his own technical notices commit the government before next March to the creation or expansion of 15 quangos, further legislation in 51 areas, the negotiation of 40 new international agreements - either with the EU or other countries - and the introduction of 55 new systems and processes.

“That’s a huge legislative task for any government, let alone this troubled government.”

Sir Keir added: “The truth is it’s already too late to plan for no deal, this is bluff not planning.”

In response, Mr Raab told MPs the government is “rightly” making “concerted plans and preparations” so that the UK would be ready for the “short-term risk” of a no deal Brexit. (News.sky.com)

Damages caused by Super Typhoon Yutu in Tinian, Northern Mariana Islands.

Super Typhoon Yutu hits Northern Mariana Islands, heads toward Asia SUPER Typhoon Yutu slammed into the US territory of the Northern Mariana Islands Wednesday night, destroying homes and cutting power and water to thousands of residents.

The storm strengthened into the equivalent of a Category 5 hurricane with sustained wind speeds of 280 kph (174 mph) before hitting the islands, and is now tracking northwest toward the Philippines and Taiwan.

Yutu is the strongest storm on record to hit the remote island communities of Saipan and Tinian, the largest of the Mariana Islands, home to about 55,000 people. It’s also one of the strongest storms to ever hit a US territory, and one of the strongest tropical cyclones on the planet this year.

“Tinian has been devastated by Typhoon Yutu,” Mayor of Tinian and Aguigan, Joey Patrick San Nicolas, said in a video posted to Facebook.

“Many homes have been destroyed, our critical infrastructure has been compromised. We currently have no power and water at this time.”

Several areas of the island, which has a population of about 3,500, are inaccessible, and authorities are yet to complete a preliminary assessment of the damage. Heavy machinery has been deployed to clear debris from roads so first responders can reach people cut off by the storm.

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Single-use plastics ban approved

by European Parliament THE European Parliament has voted for a complete ban on a range of single-use plastics across the union in a bid to stop pollution of the oceans.

MEPs backed a ban on plastic cutlery and plates, cotton buds, straws, drink-stirrers and balloon sticks.

The proposal also calls for a reduction in single-use plastic for food and drink containers like plastic cups.

One MEP said, if no action was taken, “by 2050 there will be more plastic than fish in the oceans”.

The European Commission proposed a ban in May, following a surge in public support attributed to documentaries such as David Attenborough’s BBC Blue Planet series.

The measure still has to clear some procedural hurdles, but is expected to go through. The EU hopes it will go into effect across the bloc by 2021.

The UK will also have to incorporate the rules into national law if the ban becomes a fullyfledged directive before the end of a Brexit transition period.

After the Parliament vote was backed by 571-53, the MEP responsible for the bill, Frédérique Ries, said it was “a victory for our oceans, for the environment and for future generations.”

Several countries are already considering proposals to target disposable plastic products -

Constant stress can result in long-term problems.

Stress might lead to memory loss and brain shrinkage, study says

The time it takes for plastic to decay is one of the main reasons it is such a hindrance to the environment.

including the UK. The directive targets some of the most common ocean-polluting plastics.

The list of banned items such as cutlery and cotton buds was chosen because there are readily available alternatives, such as paper straws and cardboard containers.

Other items, “where no alternative

exists” will still have to be reduced by 25% in each country by 2025.

Examples given include burger boxes and sandwich wrappers.

MEPs also tacked on amendments to the plans for cigarette filters, a plastic pollutant that is common litter on beaches. Cigarette makers will have to reduce the plastic by 50% by 2025 and 80% by 2030.

Study: Those who eat organic foods are 25 percent less likely to develop cancer A NEW study suggests eating organic foods could help ward off cancer.

A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, states that those who eat organic foods lowered their overall risk of developing cancer.

A team of scientists in France looked at the diets of more than 68,000 French adults for nearly fourand-a-half years.

The volunteers were categorized into four groups, depending on how often they reported eating organic products like fruits and vegetables, meat and fish, dietary supplements and more.

They found that participants who ate mostly organic were 25 percent less likely to develop cancer.

Specifically, those who primarily eat organic foods were more likely to ward off non-Hodgkin lymphoma and postmenopausal breast cancer compared to those who rarely or never ate organic foods, CNN

A recent study states that those who eat organic foods lowered their overall risk of developing cancer.

reports.

During the study, participants developed a total of 1,340 cancers -- 459 of which were breast cancer.

Researchers said there could be other factors, but the correlation is substantial enough to warrant further studies. (ABC7)

LISTEN up, gen-Xers and millennials, and, well, everybody who has a brain. If you live a highstress life, you could have memory loss and brain shrinkage before you turn 50, according to a study published Wednesday in the journal Neurology.

“Higher levels of cortisol, a stress hormone, seem to predict brain function, brain size and performance on cognitive tests,” said study author Dr. Sudha Seshadri, professor of neurology at UT Health San Antonio.

“We found memory loss and brain shrinkage in relatively young people long before any symptoms could be seen,” Seshadri said. “It’s never too early to be mindful of reducing stress.”

Cortisol is one of the body’s key stress hormones, best known for its role in our “flight or fight” instincts.

When we are stressed and on high alert, the adrenal glands produce more cortisol. The hormone then goes to work shutting down various bodily functions that might get in the way of survival.

Once the crisis has passed, cortisol levels should drop, and the body systems should return to normal. But if your alarm button stays pressed, the body can continue to malfunction, leading to anxiety, depression, heart disease, headaches, weight gain, trouble sleeping, and, of course, memory and concentration problems.

The brain is especially vulnerable, say experts, because of all of the nutrients it needs to function optimally.

“The brain is a very hungry organ,” said Keith Foley, who directs scientific programs and outreach for the Alzheimer’s Association.

“It requires an outsized amount of nutrients and oxygen to keep it healthy and functioning properly. So, when the body needs those resources to deal with stress, there’s less to go around to the brain.”

Previous studies have found a relationship between cortisol and dementia risk, but the focus has been mostly on the elderly and the memory area of the brain, called the hippocampus.

Among the new study’s strengths, said Seshadri, is that it looked at a group of men and women with an average age of 48 and did MRI brain scans of the entire brain, not just the hippocampus.

Researchers chose more than 2,000 people with no signs of dementia and gave them various psychological exams to measure their thinking skills.

All were part of the Framingham Heart Study, a long-term study sponsored by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. It’s been following the health of residents of Framingham, Massachusetts, and their offspring since 1948.

About eight years after initial testing, the group was reevaluated.

Blood serum cortisol was measured before breakfast. Then brain MRIs were done and the series of memory and cognitive tests repeated.

After adjusting the data to consider age, sex, body mass and smoking, the study found people with the highest levels of cortisol had the most memory loss.

“I wasn’t surprised by the changes in cognition,” said Foley, who was not involved in the study. “If you have higher cortisol you’re probably stressed out and likely to have more difficulty on cognitive tasks.”

STRESS AFFECTS BRAIN STRUCTURE, TOO What was surprising, said Foley, was the study’s findings of the effects of cortisol on brain structure.

High levels of cortisol were associated with more damage to the parts of the brain that move information throughout the brain (corona radiata) and between the two hemispheres of the brain (corpus callosum).

In addition, the brains of people with higher cortisol levels had smaller cerebrums, the two hemispheres of the brain responsible for thought, emotions, speech and muscle functions, the study found.

The average total cerebral brain volume in people with high levels of cortisol was 88.5 of the total brain volume, compared to 88.7 in people with normal levels of cortisol.

October 27 - November 2, 2018 TURQUOISE LANDSCAPING LONG BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

LABOURERS/GARDENERS

• Pay $6.50-$7.00 per hour (depending on experience) • Must have previous gardening experience and be familiar with landscaping equipment such as lawnmowers, trimmers etc.

• Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming and plant waste removal • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean police record and provide employer references on request • These is for work permit renewal Please email: turquoiselandscaping@tciway.tc or call 649-332-4280 to arrange an interview Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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MIDJIE CLOTHING STORE KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Duties include but not limited too: Heaving lifting of Merchandise shipped and loading and off loading of items from the shipping company and Store location. Also sweeping up in the store and keeping the outside area clean.

CONTACT: 1 649 342 4785

14027

SHAY’S KITCHEN GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Washing dishes and cleaning tables. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 342-0156

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holderThis position is currently held by a work permit holder 13857

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PHASE 2, #31 IRON CREST, WHEELAND Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER/ NANNY

Cooking, cleaning, taking care of child. Salary: $1,100 per month

CONTACT: 232-7318

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13991

Y.A.3.B CONSULTANCY Spot Plaza, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

Esmeralda Clarke

Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

Willy’s Barber Shop $7.00

BARBER

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments

SOUTHSIDE SEAFOOD

SALES CLERK $6.50 PER HOUR

Greets customers, sells merchandise, receives and dispenses change

MS Construction

Plumber

Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials. Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation. Contact: 344-4540 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder

MENELIK ASTWOOD of Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER To work 6 days a week.

General labourer duties around the property & basic maintenance of equipment.

Schedule of work hours 8am to 5pm. Must speak English. - Salary $6.50-$6.75 per hour.

CONTACT: 244-3050 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This is position is currently held by a Work Permit holder.

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VICIOUS CUTS

ANNETTA SMITH

of Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

of Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BRENTON MURRAY of Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

BARBER

Duties: Cutting, trimming hair, trimming beard, giving shaves.

Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers and other instruments. SALARY: $6.75 per hour.

CONTACT: 431-7116

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is a first time work permit holder.

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Duties: To work 6 days a week. General labourer duties around the property.

Basic maintenance.

Scheduled work hours: 8am - 5pm. Must speak English. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

FARMER

To work 6 days a week general farming duties, Pruning, watering and maintaining plants and property.

CONTACT: 242-9987

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy to their resume to The Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 13989

CONTACT: 243-4127

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. 13987

WALTER GARDINER GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 332-1305

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13975

SMITH GOLF CART RENTAL SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Fixing car engines, transmissions, change tires and service vehicles. Salary: $7.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 231-4856

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13958

PYRAMID CONSTRUCTION Five Cays Is seeking to employ the following

3 Furniture Makers $2000 per month

Must have 5-10 years’ experience, must be able to drive and work overtime and on weekends and holidays. Understand architectural drawings, schematics, shop drawings and blueprints. Operate wood working machines. Ensure that products meet industry standards.

VACANCIES Grand Turk Cruise Center is currently accepting applications for motivated Turks Islanders interested in the following positions listed:

SECURITY OFFICERS

Ensure the safety and security of passengers, tenants and their employees, personnel and guest at the GTCC. • Must have training in CPR and First responder.

• Ensure the safety and security of passengers, tenants and their employees, personnel and guest at the GTCC. • Direct traffic to the appropriate parking areas.

• Secure / prevent access to restricted areas by unauthorized persons

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

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.

2 Furniture Painter $2000

Must be able to drive and work overtime and on weekends and holidays. Preparing painting surfaces by washing wall, repairing holes or removing old paint. Providing decorative and faux finishes as the project requires. Communicating with clients to ensure they’re getting the look they’re hoping for.

Interested applicants may apply via email: arizabrothers@gmail.com or call 232-2750. Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are new and vacant.

13980

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 ONLY BELONGERS NEED APPLY

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NOTICE REGULATION 7 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 1990

A Planning Application, registered as PR 13836 by the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture and Library Services thru the Public Works Department, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Construction of Government Primary School with Early Childhood and Special Needs Centres.

Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, Grand Turk or Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

Location map attached.

Notice dated: October 2, 2018 *Insert as applicable

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ANGELINA’S BEAUTY SALON

ANTHONY’S VARIETY STORE

HAIRDRESSER

SALES CLERK

Successful candidate must: • Have minimum 3 years experience in Hair coloring and treatments • Knowledge of high end hair products and treatments • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays Salary payable: $8.00 per hour Interested persons should send their application to:

Marsha Blanche, Misick & Stanbrook, Leeward Hwy, Providenciales Email: marsha@ misickstanbrook.tc Tel: 339-2010 14028

HOWARD GARDINER Behind Glass Shack, Providenciales Telephone: 231-1803

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour. Upkeep of properties, weed grass etc Position currently held by a work permit holder.

Interested persons can contact Labour Department 14009

ROYAL TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS POLICE FORCE

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

JOB VACANCY

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change. Salary: $7.00

911 CALL CENTRE LEVEL II TELECOMMUNICATOR

CONTACT: 231-3116

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder

14018

Situated in Musgrove Plaza, Five Cays Road, is seeking one

ESTEL PLUMBING LTD

Unit 2B Courtyard Plaza, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands. Telephone: 1 (649) 241-0397 Estel plumbing is seeking a

PLUMBING SUPERVISOR REQUIREMENTS: • 20 years in commercial, residential and Industrial in this position • Trades qualification ticket • Class B gas ticket • Must be able to provide job quotations • Capable of plumbing designs • Computer Skills • Ordering materials • Liaise with Architects, consultants and clients

• Must have excellent leadership and communication skills • Basic salary is $2500 per month with opportunities that may include bonuses based on incentivized working, overtime and subsistence allowance to be paid on the basic salary.

The total wage including allowances is $1760.00 per week providing a monthly net salary of $7240.00 per month.

The following position is currently held by a work permit holder. Resumes can be sent to jestel@estelplumbing.com or Labour Department. 140009

LAND WANTED IN LONG BAY BLOCK 61112/ 61113 PHONE: (649) 941 8887 EMAIL: BELB@BEACHENCLAVE.COM

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The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force is seeking team-oriented and selfmotivated persons to work in a dynamic professional atmosphere in the 911 Call Centre in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity for the incumbents to assist the center in providing 24 hour professional, efficient emergency response to all emergencies. Successful candidates will be sworn in as Special Constables and as such must adhere to the Police Force Ordinance and all applicable rules and regulations associated.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

This is a highly skilled job position requiring the post holder to assist the 911 Call Centre in providing 24 hour professional, efficient emergency response to all emergencies.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE JOB:

• The position requires excellent communication skills The position requires the incumbent to display excellent delivery in call handling and emergency response • Must have the ability to hear and understand sound sources coming through a communications headset and or radio or standard telephone receiver • Must have the ability to read and discern visual images on a variety of media, including color coded computer screen • Must have the ability to write English legibly and record names and numbers accurately (i.e., not transpose numbers and letters) • Must have the ability to coordinate the movements of two or more limbs together for purposes of operating the radio or telephone equipment simultaneously; the ability to remain seated at the same work station for extended periods of time

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have at least three (3) CXC passes two of which should include English and Mathematics. A foreign language is desirable.

REQUIREMENT:

The post holder will receive training leading up to Certification in the following:1. Public Safety Telecommunications 1 (APCO) 2. Emergency Medical Dispatch (APCO) 3. Fire Services Communications (APCO) 4. Adult and Infant First Aid and CPR

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Normal work schedule may be 8 or 12 hour shifts which can be on weekends and holidays and is subject to change at short notice. Unscheduled hours may be required in the case of excessive workloads, unforeseen personnel shortfalls, or emergency situations.

Additionally Incumbents must be able to pass an extensive background check and application process, including criminal history check, aptitude testing, psychological evaluation, and drug screening.

SALARY & ALLOWANCES PER ANNUM: $32,940.00 per annum

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate. Applications should be addressed to the Office of Human Resources, Old Airport Road, Grand Turk and Sent by email to: Rex.Swann@tcipolice.tc with the subject line being: 911 Call Center Level 2 Telecommunicator, Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.

Successful applicants will work in accordance with the Police Force Ordinance.

Applications without all supporting documents will not be processed.

Deadline for submitting application: Monday 29th October 2018

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Minaj sued by Tracy Chapman over Baby Can I Hold You sample NICKI Minaj is being sued by singer-songwriter Tracy Chapman over claims she sampled her song without permission.

A lawsuit has been filed over Nicki's track Sorry which it's claimed she wanted to release on her album Queen - in a court in Los Angeles.

It's alleged the rapper used a sample from Tracy's 1988 hit Baby Can I Hold You - despite being told she couldn't.

Newsbeat has contacted a representative for Nicki Minaj for a comment.

Tracy Chapman has won four Grammys over a career spanning 20 years. Her last album Our Bright Future was released in 2008.

Nicki Minaj is being sued over the alleged use of Tracy Chapman's song Baby Can I Hold You.

The lawsuit claims Nicki, real name Onika Tanya Maraj, tried several times to get permission to use the sample after she'd already recorded her song using it.

It says Tracy's

representatives "repeatedly" denied the request.

It alleges the Super Bass singer went on to give the song to a DJ at a New York radio station - who teased it on his Twitter and Instagram accounts.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE

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946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

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

Call: 231-3788

SPACE AVAILABLE ON BUSY HIGHWAY FOR IMMEDIATE RENT. THIS SPACE IS NEWLY RENOVATED.

GOOD FOR LAW OFFIES, REAL ESTATE, SPA, BEAUTY SALON ETC...

CALL 649 231-3788

FOR SALE House in Richmond Hill residential area on a half acre land.

CONTACT: 231-3788

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SPACE AVAILABLE ON BUSY HIGHWAY FOR IMMEDIATE RENT. THIS SPACE IS NEWLY RENOVATED.

GOOD FOR LAW OFFIES, REAL ESTATE, SPA, BEAUTY SALON ETC...

GET LEGAL HELP ON YOUR INSURANCE CLAIM CALL OR EMAIL US AT

duncansonlaw@gmail.com duncansonlaw.office@gmail.com 649-941-4444/ 649-245-1314/649-348-5744

CALL 649 231-3788

DUNCANSON & CO BARRISTERS & ATTORNEYS

WE ARE OPEN

DELIVERY BOY

WITH FRESH FLOWERS AT REASONABLE PRICES

CONTACT: 649-946-4894 THE TREE OF LIFE CHURCH OF GOD

TIADEL PIERRE

LABOURER

Captures fish and other animals from the ocean, gather shellfish, use equipment like nets, fishing rods, and traps, to catch fish and other marine life that will be consumed by humans. Use a variety of equipment to catch fish, maintaining machinery in good working order, keeping the fishing vessel clean. SALARY: 6.25 per hour

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Plays the guitar at church services and other church functions.

Salary: $

CONTACT: 243-0887

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14061

PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

FISHERMAN

TELEPHONE: 347-0613

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Renewal, this position is currently held by a work permit holder 14063

UNANDE GEORGES

Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Cooking, laundry, cleaning the house and taking care of the employer’s children.

Salary: $275 per week

CONTACT: 344-8258

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14040

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We are in need of a young man to deliver bills, pick up checks and distribute newspapers. Must be honest and have a clean driver’s license.

Contact the Publisher at tcweeklynews@gmail.com WARD’S CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of their clients who is seeking to employ the following.

COYABA RESTAURANT

MAÎTRE D $600 PER WEEK PLUS TIPS

• Responsible for meeting and greeting guests, Handling reservation questions and complaints.

Assured that the table setting and general condition of the restaurant is up to standards.

Sous Chef $700 per week plus tips • Responsible for kitchen staff. Making sure staff members are operating in a timely manner.

Create features along with food costing and menu pricing. Receive daily orders Assist with weekly inventory.

Junior Sous Chef $600 per week plus tips • Responsible for assisting in preparing all menu items to be ready for service. Responsible for

receiving and inventorying all food items to main maximum freshness.

Sommelier $600 per week plus tips • Responsible for organizing and training of wait staff to ensure effortless and seamless service each night and upgrading their skills and knowledge on wines and fine dining service.

Certification or at least 5 years in a similar capacity in a fine dining restaurant.

CONTACT: 946-5186 PANSY’S KITCHEN

DOMESTIC WORKER

To clean house, mop, cook, wash, ironing. Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour Contact: 231-2380

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

These positions are currently held by work permit holders.

14032

PARADISE PHOTOGRAPHY #20 Breezy Ridge Road, Turtle Cove

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER Contact: info@myparadisephoto.com

Is looking for a

DELIVERY AGENT who is reliable, trustworthy and want to make some extra cash Delivery times are 11 A.M and 3 P.M Call 231-3788 or 246-7856 for further information

Paradise Photography is looking for an experienced professional photographer with the following: • Minimum 5 years of professional photography experience, which includes working for a photography studio.

• Formal degree in photography • Experience with and solid portfolio demonstrating photographing real estate, weddings and commercial shoots as a primary/lead shooter.

• Demonstrated experience with real estate photography geo-mapping, Matterport 3D system, HDR merging for architectural photos, posing groups and large weddings.

• High level of client relations skills, including experience with on-line postings of galleries and fulfilling client photo orders • Knowledge of File Transfer Protocols and other internet based mediums

• Experience teaching and training photo assistants and interns • Demonstrated skill in processing RAW images using professional raw processors and artistic filters (e.g., Photoshop, Lightroom).

• A working knowledge of studio photographic techniques using studio equipment, lighting and background gear • Minimum 3 years of sales experience in selling photographic products • Candidate must own all equipment, including professional quality camera bodies, lenses, off-camera lights, and computer This position is not held by a work permit holder.

Salary: $1150 biweekly Additional: applicant must have professional camera gear and computer equipment/programs to process files.

Applications must be submitted electronically to Christine Morden with Paradise Photography: info@myparadisephoto.com, 649.432.7776, no fax.

14088

34 CLASSIFIEDS A.I.R WATER SPORT Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BEACH ATTENDANT

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers.

Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Salary: $8 per hour CONTACT: 231-2076 OR 231-6584 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

In compliance with section 28 of the Immigration Ordinance: Employer: G & J Construction Address: Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI Contact: (649) 244-9287

October 27 - November 2, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

BONE FISH UNLIMITED

BRANDON SMITH

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

DRIVER

Salary/Wages: $7.00 per HOUR Responsibilities/Duties: Safe Handling and deliveries of merchandise to customers This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder. Belongers are invited to submit their application to the Labour Board, Ministry of Boarder Control.

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames etc. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-9581

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14039

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

FINBAR GRANT

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Discovery Bay

LABOURER His responsibilities are pick up years waste and collect leaves, clean the yard with sweeper, lift garbage bags and cans into garbage truck, pick up yard waste and tree limbs, repair broken furniture and assist with other work when needed.

SALARY: 6.25 per hour

General cleaning includes: Laundry, sweeping, mopping and dusting. Any other related chores if necessary. Must be trustworthy, and must be willing to work on weekends and holidays.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

TELEPHONE: 333-8436

CONTACT: 343-2880

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Renewal, this position is currently held by a work permit holder

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14049

14056

MOITIS ROBERTS GRAND TURK

DOMESTIC WORKER

Moitis Roberts is looking for a Domestic Helper at Grand Turk, TCI area. To wash, iron, clean and assist with two children. This position is presently held by a work permit holder. Applicants who are TC Islanders should send copies of their applications to the Labour Board. Salary: $6.25 per hour SUBMIT RESUMES TO: MONICA SIMMONS (LANKS60@LIVE.COM) TELEPHONE # 649-232-1437

14048

FAMILY CHOICE PHARMACY

121 Blue Mountain Rd, Horizon House Unit B, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Tel: 649-941-5202

STAFF REQUIRED

PHARMACISTS (2) CAREER OPPORTUNITY

CREDIT & COLLECTIONS EXECUTIVE Applications are invited for the position of Credit & Collections Executive with Digicel TCI. The Credit & Collections Executive will establish contact with past-due customers and resolve delinquencies in a timely manner. The individual will provide account information, address customer concerns and negotiate payment arrangements that are both acceptable to customer and company. Additionally, the applicant must exhibit professionalism, trustworthiness, and strong communication skills as well as the ability to work independently.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Posting customer payments by recording cash, checks and credit card transactions, returned checks, wire transfers, and adjustments • Monitor accounts to identify outstanding debts • Ensure collection targets are met each week and reported to management • Investigate historical data for each debt or bill • Find and contact clients to inquire about their overdue payments • Take actions to encourage timely debt payments • Update account status records and collection records • Report on collection activity and Account Receivable status • Contribute to the development of processes and procedures • Respond to telephone inquiries and assist in solving questions related to the status of customer accounts; documents status of collection efforts • Perform bad debt write-offs

ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE REQUIRED:

• 2-3 years experience in Accounting and Finance • Experience in credit environment preferable in the Telecommunications Industry • Strong communication and negotiation skills, as well as an ability to work independently • Problem solving skills and comfortable working with targets • Strong mathematical and analytical skills • Proficiency in MS Office • Detail-oriented , resourceful and able to manage multiple responsibilities • Ability to positively and efficiently interact with internal and external customers • Understand and meet performance metrics

Preference will be given to applicants who possess legal status in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Applications must include a cover letter and resume and should be submitted for the attention of the Human Resources Director at hrtci@digicelgroup.com. The closing date for applications is October 17, 2018

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Must have a B-Phar degree from and accredited University • Must have a minimum of 3 years’ management experience in retail Pharmacy • Must have a minimum of 5 years as a registered Pharmacist.

MAIN DUTIES: • Oversee preparation of all medicines • Dispense prescription medicine to customers with proper advice • Advise customers on the treatment of minor ailments using OTC Medicine • Inventory control and management • Prepare monthly and quarterly management reports.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications

Managing Director email address: director@familychoicepharmacy.com

Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

14086

CIGAR ROLLER – CUBAN CRAFTERS CIGAR FACTORY

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 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.

Assisting in maintaining the cleanliness of all common areas of the store.

Assisting the Sales Clerks with any product related questions.

Full knowledge and understanding of tobacco growing, storage, blending and rolling and fluency in Spanish is mandatory.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and years of experience in the range $13,200 - $16,500 per annum. Other allowances apply.

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. 14080

October 27 - November 2, 2018 DONAVAN FORTUNE Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 347-4220

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14084

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

D’S CATERING

ELIE JOSAPHAT

COOK

CLEANER

LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)

Cooking food in various utensils or grillers. Salary: $6.75 per hour

CONTACT: 331-9063

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14032

BLUE HILLS is seeking to employ a

Cleaning, stocking and supplying designated facility areas dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-7124

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14085

FRESH PRODUCTS TCI LTD

NFT FARMER

control points and implementing hazard controls.

• A/P, A/R, Inventory Reconciliation, P/L, Balance Sheet & all other financial tasks.

• Knowledgeable about NFT farming.

Minimum Requirements: Accounting Degree, 5 year’s accounting experience with responsibility managing a company’s financials. Food Safety Manager Certification.

Salary will be in the region of $42,000.00 per annum. The position is vacant.

Belongers are encouraged to send their resume to Labour Department and Fresh Products TCI Ltd. Only qualified persons will be interviewed. Submit resume, references and Police Certificate via email to fresh.products.tci@gmail.com or call 649-941-3160.

14067

CHINSON RESTAURANT AND PASTRIES RESPONSIBILITIES • Must be able to work long hours and remain calm under pressure • Summarize current financial status • Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statements and reports • Maintains cash flow by monitoring bank balances and cash requirements • Maintain and Submit on a timely basis all statutory returns (NHIP and NIS) etc.

• Salary: US $36,000 per annum.

QUALIFICATION • Must have at least 5 years’ experience in related field

• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft office or equivalent POS • Possess excellent English verbal and written communication skills • Willing to work long hours and weekends • Possess valid driver’s license.

Position held by a work permit holder

Kitchen Helper

RESPONSIBILITIES • General cleaning of the kitchen and pastry room • Assist with prep work and washing of utensils • Willing to work weekends and long hours • Salary: US$6.50 per hour • Position is held by a work permit holders

Submit applications to the HR Department no later than October 30th, 2018 Located: 17 Savannah RD, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI Number: 339-3336 Email: hr@edeninternationalltd.com

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Ensures the correct sorting of linens and towels, stain removal. Responsible for the storing, cleaning, distribution of all clothing, towels, laundry and folding. Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 242-6121

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14059

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be able to do general household cleaning. To work 3 days per week. Salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 431-1664

This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to apply directly, and submit a copy of their application to the Immigration Board. 14043

HAIR BRAIDING

REQUIRES A

Accounts Supervisor

LAUNDRY ATTENDANT

of Grand Turk is seeking a

WE ARE SEEKING AN EXPERIENCED AND DETAIL ORIENTED

RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: • Direct experience in developing and implementing HAACP plans or equivalent.

• Experience in identifying food safety critical

South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

GENARRA JONES

UNIT 11, CENTRAL STORAGE Industrial Drive, Providenciales, Turk and Caicos Islands

to oversee food safety, analyze hazards and implement safety protocols. Responsible for all accounting and financial activities.

Knowledge of NFT farming and specific challenges to food hazards.

EZ CLEAN LAUNDRY

14054

SNR STUDIO BEAUTY AND BARBER Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER Braiding hair, braiding hair using extensions, styling braids. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-4624 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

136956

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

CLASSIFIEDS 35 FERGUSON WILLIAMS

FRESH CLEAN TC

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning homes, offices

Moxey Road, North Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5759

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14034

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

and other jobs as requested by employer.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 343-3711

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14069

GRAND TURK LIQUORS GRAND TURK Is seeking to hire

2 LABOURERS DESCRIPTION OF JOB: • Inbound/exbond inventory for distribution to warehouse and wholesale • Offloading containers on a daily basis into warehouse • Must be able to drive forklift to unload/load inventory • Manage assigned section of the warehouse ensuring area is kept neat and tidy at all times • Work is mostly manual and lifting inventory is a must • To work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour Hours 8:30am-6:30 pm. Some extra hours maybe require.

CONTACT: JOEY MISSICK ON 946-2262

14062

HOUSE OF STYLE #20 Alice and Alice Building, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

IRUANDA NAIL STUDIO AND BEAUTY SALON Olympic Plaza, Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

HAIRDRESSER

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers.

Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change. Salary: $6.25 per hour

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 333-1236

CONTACT: 347-3734

JEAN MARIE WALKIN

JUDITH EDOUARD DEAN

JV’S TRUCKING SERVICES

HOME HELPER

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning the Store Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-7087

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14045

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Clean the house, wash, cook, iron and take care of baby. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 341-5770 Belongers are encouraged to

send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14082

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14036

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14053

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.50 per hour

Pressure washes the dump trucks to remove dusts and salt water to prevent rusting, scrapping loose dirt, cleaning tires, rinsing with hose dusting vacuuming the interiors. Clean the yard.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-6745

CONTACT: 346-2311

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14037

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

Renewal, position is held by a work permit holder. 14064

36 CLASSIFIEDS KENRIC HALL PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a

LABOURER to work 5 days per week Duties include: Cleaning and preparing a job site, loading and delivering materials and using a variety of tools and machines. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 243-2112

Email: kenrichall@hotmail.com Interested TCI Islanders may remit application directly to the Board of Employment.

This position is held by a work permit holder.

14038

LANES FEQUIERE

BEESHIVE #43 HOLBRIS ROAD, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters. Salary: $10.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 242-0632

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14044

LERANO MISSICK

NICOLA PIERRE

LABOURER

LABOURER

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-9294

• Domestic Worker consists of cleaning rooms, toilets, kitchen, laundry which includes linens and towels at the Resort, pick up and dispose garbage/ trash.

• Must be Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14070

MICHEL SCHMIDT

BABYSITTER $6.50 PER HOUR

• Taking care of children, cook, clean, wash and iron for children.

• This position is a First Time work permit holder

Braids, Locs, color treatment & weave extensions. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 333-1236

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14057

THE TREE OF LIFE CHURCH OF GOD FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

ASSISTANT PASTOR

• Assists with Bible Studies, Moderates Church Services • Must be willing to work 3 days per week Salary: $500 per month

CONTACT: 243-0887

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14060

SKILLS • Strong communication skills • Sound Technical knowledge of brewing,

SACKIRB LTD

DRAGON CAY RESORT CONCH BAR MUDJIN HARBOR, MIDDLE CAICOS EMAIL: CAICOSCACTUSNC@GMAIL.COM PHONE (649) 231-4885

14065

• This position is a First Time work permit holder

holder D&B TILE

TILE SETTER $8.00 PER HOUR

BABYSITTER $6.50 PER HOUR

• Taking care of children, cook, clean, wash and iron for children.

• This position is a First Time work permit holder

• Tile setters install materials on a variety of surfaces, such as floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks.

Because tile and marble must be set on smooth, even surfaces, installers often must level the surface to be tiled with a layer of mortar or plywood.

• This position is a First Time work permit holder

NOELLE WELDING

ARTHUR GARDINER

DELINX JEAN

WELDER $8.00 PER HOUR

• Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers and measuring tools.

• This position is a First Time work permit

B&M CONSTRUCTION

FINISH CARPENTER $8.50 PER HOUR

• Installation of finish woods and trim made of plastic or molded polyurethane.

Installing crown molding, baseboards, windows, stairs and other features of a building that requires aesthetic appeal.

• This position is currently held by a work permit holder

FINE WOOD LINKER $8.50 PER HOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.50 PER HOUR

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work.

• Building cabinets, vanities etc.

• This position is held by a work permit holder

Contact: 232-2001. Email: paulacumberbatch@gmail.com 14073

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

QUICK STEP SHOE REPAIR

winemaking and distilling.

• Understanding of microbiology and aseptic lab technique • Ability to maintain organized records of brew and quality control data.

• Efficient computer skills.

Salary $50,000 per year or commensurate with experience.

Work permit Renewal

Please email resume to dave@ turksheadbeer.com Provo Beverages Industriall Park, Providenciales, TCI 14066

TANYA PAUL

The Chartered Architectural Practice

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

STERLING PROPERTY CONSULTANTS, GRACE BAY Is looking to hire a qualified

LABOURER

BUILDING THERMOGRAPHER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Capable of conducting building energy audits. The qualified person should have an internationally recognized building thermography qualification and have suitable Caribbean experience in building audits and networking. The suitable candidate will be paid on commission basis.

CONTACT: 333-0014

CONTACT: 232-3083

Applicants should send their Curriculum Vitae to james@ jameshamiltonarchitects.com. Belongers are also encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

14068

HAIRDRESSER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14051

HEAD BREWER • Day to day running of brewing and bottling and canning operation.

• Winemaking and alcoholic malt beverages • Developing quality recipe formulation and ingredients selection handling and assessment of raw materials and grains.

• Controlling quality of product and keeping the facility and equipment clean and operation.

• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Purchasing of raw materials.

Labourer consists of cleaning around the Resort, pick up and dispose garbage/trash clean windows, door frames, cares for garden on a daily basis • Must be Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working.

• Must be self-motivated and able to understand, write and speak English fluently.

Salary: $350.00 per week. The position is currently held by a work permit holder All experienced and interested individuals can send inquiries to:

SAM’S BUILDING, DOWN TOWN Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking to employ the following

All experienced and interested individuals can send inquiries to:

PASSION BEAUTY SALON

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURER

P&D EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY

fit, dependable and hard working.

• Must be self-motivated and able to understand, write and speak English fluently.

• Salary: $352.00 per week. The position is currently held by a work permit holder

SACKIRB LTD Dragon Cay Resort, Conch Bar, Mudjin Harbor, Middle Caicos Email: caicoscactusnc@gmail.com. Phone (649) 231-4885

SOUTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 341-4730

DOMESTIC WORKER

2B ALICE AND ALICE PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

October 27 - November 2, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14052

14053

SPARKLING CLEANING SERVICES

FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

24A LANEY AVE, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleans the shop, keeps

• Cleaning Business offices, homes and any other job requested by employer • These positions are currently held by work permit holders

it organized at all times and helps with the shoe repair process. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-6318

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14041

4 DOMESTIC WORKERS

2 LABOURERS

• Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames.

Cares for garden on a daily basis • These positions are First Time work permit holders Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 333-5559

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 14072

SUPER C PAINTING

STEPHENSON JENNINGS

3 PAINTERS $8.00 PER HOUR

STEEL MAN

South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

• Prepare painting area, apply primer and finish paint • Painting homes, businesses and condos

1 LABOURER $6.50 PER HOUR

• Cleaning the job sites, cleaning materials and tools and prep surface for painting

CONTACT: 245-8327

Belongers are encouraged to end a copy of their work permit to the Labour Board These positions are currently held by work permit holders

14055

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, and other structures.

Cut, position, and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete. Make, weld, and cut structural metal in fabricating shops. Install steel or iron beams, columns or girders in order to form bridges, buildings and other structures. Repair older infrastructure. Erect steel frames.

TELEPHONE: 341-4502

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Renewal, this position is held by a work permit holder. 14071

October 27 - November 2, 2018 In compliance with section 28 of the Immigration Ordinance: Employer: Frantz Louis Address: Kew Town, Providenciales, TCI Contact: (649) 344-7374

DOMESTIC WORKER/ HOUSEKEEPER

Salary/Wages: $275.00 per WEEK Responsibilities/Duties: Daily household cleaning, washing and cooking of meals This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder. Belongers are invited to submit their application to the Labour Board, Ministry of Boarder Control. 14087

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CARIBBEAN BUILDERS CHALK SOUND Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $12.00 per hour

CONTACT: 244-0065

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14078

CHARLIE’S CONSTRUCTION

LAS BRISAS

NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

CHALK SOUND Is seeking to employ a

PYGO

RA AND JH CONSTRUCTION

CABINET MAKER

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

ASSISTANT COOK

DOMESTIC WORKER

BACKHOE OPERATOR

Sets up and operates variety of woodworking machines and uses various hand tools to fabricate and repair wooden cabinets and high-grade furniture: Studies blueprints or drawings of articles to be constructed or repaired, and plans sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be performed. Salary: $12 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 231-6966

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit 14081 holder

Paijor Employment Services (an employment agency)

CONTACT: 946-5306

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a first time work permit holder14077

The Help Desk acts on behalf of its clients:

3B Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales Is seeking experienced

CLASSROOM TEACHERS to teach primary and secondary levels in schools on Providenciales.

Applicants must: (1) be thoroughly familiar with creating effective lesson plans in order to complete the syllabus within the allotted timeframe, and in an effective learning environment; (2) be capable of working with management and colleagues to develop teaching materials, programmes, and methods, (3) be experienced in assessing student skills and aptitude; and (4) have a Minimum of a Vocational Teacher Training Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree in Primary Or Secondary Education.

This is a new position. Basic Wage $7.00/hour.

Applications should be sent to paijoremployment@gmail.com.

Interested Islanders are invited to send copies of their applications to the Department of Employment Services.

Maintaining supplies, handling leftovers, preparing food, testing new recipes, cleaning the kitchen, keeping cooking utensils organized, and plating dishes. Salary: $500 per week

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

14097

DAVE/JUDITH PARLEE

Drives and manipulates the bucket of a backhoe to dig and move dirt, sand, gravel or a combination of these materials. Salary: $150 per hour

CONTACT: 244-4542 Email: jilario579@gmail. com

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14074

ALFRED ANDY DICKENSON GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Prince of Wales Drive, Providenciales. Telephone: 231-4519

NANNY. SALARY$350.00 PER WEEK

Clean, cook, pickup/drop off kids to/from school, classes etc.

Position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Qualified Belongers may also apply with Labour Department.

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: General cleaning, sweeping, dusting.

Mopping, washing. Salary: $6.50 per hour.

RIGBY BUILDERS

Five Cays, Providenciales. Phone: 241-9541

MASON, LABOURER, CARPENTER -Salary $6.25 - $8.00 per hour

• Fabricates, alter, repairs and maintain walls, sidewalks etc.

• Lay blocks and following blueprints. Rendering • Mix cement, cement-mixing equipment, and/or hand tools Position is currently held by work permit holders.

Qualified Belongers may also apply to Labour Department.

14089

CONTACT: 348-4065

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by A work permit holder. 14092

Come Be a Spa Tropique Girl!

Spa Tropique is on the hunt to find the best massage therapists on island! If you have at least three years of experience with a four star spa and have an upbeat and positive personality, we hope you will come and meet with us! If you are experienced in facials and nails, even better!

Applicants must be able to speak and write English fluently, have a clean driver’s license and their own vehicle in excellent working condition. Position is commission based. Please see further requirements for applicants below.

We look forward to meeting you! Deadline for applications is: November 9, 2018. The position is currently held by a work permit holder.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicants for the position are required to have: • Obtained a diploma in Massage Therapy from an internationally accredited school from Canada, Great Britain, United States, Australia, Jamaica, Thailand or Philippines.

• Completed a massage course of at least 1800 hours plus and 6 months of practical training.

• Certified in Reflexology, Hot Stone, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, Myofacial Release, Prenatal Massage, Shiatsu.

• Other Modalities Required: Esthetician Licensing, Waxing, Manicure and Pedicures • At least 3 years experience with a spa rated 4 stars or above.

• Their own vehicle in excellent working order and a clean license • Fluent spoken and written English (A written exam will be provided).

• Basic computer skills for use of company software • Be available to work 9am-7pm every day. Weekends and holiday are a must. (Schedules are subject to change).

Remuneration: $6.50 an hour plus commission. Therapist keeps 100% of gratuities.

Please email your resume to: relax@spatropique.com or drop off at 202 W. Venture House, Grace Bay Road.

Applicants may also forward resumes to the government employee services offices.

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JOB VACANCIES Room Inspector A Room Inspector is required to work in a luxury villa. The successful candidate must possess the following qualities & experience: • Must have experienced as a housekeeper at a Five Star Hotel/Luxury Villa with a high level of attention to detail.

• Applicant must inspect the cleanliness of all rooms prior and post guest arrival • Must list and itemize lost and found items • Be willing to work flexible hours including holidays, week-ends and evenings • Must be reliable and trustworthy and energetic • Handles guest complaints and queries • Applicant must be willing to look after the household when owners are absent • Possess excellent command of English • Controls waste of any product or linen.

• Must be a non-smoker CANDIDATE MUST ALSO: • Perform general housekeeping duties including laundry.

• In the absence of guest must be willing to assist with cleaning and general maintenance • Must be willing and to work well with the team • Must have a clean police record This position pays $1750.00 per month. Interested persons are asked to email their resumes to hr@thesource.tc.

Mason A Mason is required to work along with the maintenance team and must possess the following skills • Mix cement using equipment, and/or hand tools.

• Lay blocks follow blue print plans or drawings.

• Cut or breaks concrete using hammers, power saws etc.

• Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools.

• Fabricates, alters, repair foundation and other related structures or surfaces.

• Must have proven experience as a mason.

• Must be willing to work well with the team • Must have clean police record.

• This position pays $9.00 per hour. Interested persons are asked to email their resume to hr@thesource.tc

Cleaner/Laborer • A cleaner/labourer is needed to work with the maintenance team. Duties include but are not limited to: • Clean the outside of property as needed • Collect and dispose of garbage and debris including removing leaves.

• Set up/disassemble equipment as necessary.

• Must be able to perform basic maintenance This position pays $6.25 per hour. Interested persons are asked to send their resumes to hr@thesource.tc

Vip Concierge A Property Management Company is looking for an experience concierge with a sunny disposition to care for their guest. You will be the first to meet our guest, so the first impression of our company depends on your friendliness and efficiency.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES TO INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: • Welcome guest upon arrival • Act as a point of reference for guest who needs assistance and or information • Understanding the guest needs and provide them with personalized solutions by suggesting activities and facilities available on the island.

• Arrange events, excursions, transportations, etc.

• Answer phone calls and make reservations, take and distribute messages and redirect calls • Respond to complaints and find appropriate solution Requirements • Proven experience as concierge, experience in handling high-end clients • Excellent communications skills • Polite and confident with patience • Ability in multitasking • Degree in hotel management or relevant field This position pays $2,500 per month. Interested persons are asked to email a copy of their resume to

HR@THESOURCE.TC

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

Belongers are encouraged to send resumes to tciprobusiness@gmail. com and The Labour Board. Tel: (649)241-7878/ Address: Spot Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales, TCI HOMAGE VARIETY STORE

CLEANER

Duties: Sweeping, dusting, mopping and dump trash daily Salary: $6.25 Per Hour Address: Five Cays. Tel:341-1977 Vacant position HAIRTASTIC BEAUTY SUPPLY STORE

HANDY MAN

(Stocking shelves, keeping store clean, Offload containers to storage, pick up palettes from shipping).

Salary: $6.50 per hour Blue Hills 241-7878 Vacant Position

October 27 - November 2, 2018 SCOTT’S CAR RENTAL & SALES

KELY LOUIMA

CAR WASH ATTENDANT

DOMESTIC WORKER

#1228 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

• To wash, scrub and polish the interiors and exteriors of car suv’s and buses to protect their appearance • CaR wash attendants may also perform the following task; vacuum, clean and maintain vehicles • Must be young, energetic and be able to multitask with a valid driver’s license Salary: $6.50/hour

CONTACT: 649-231-8438

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 13898

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Duties: General cleaning, sweeping, dusting, Mopping, washing. Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 342-9643

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by A work permit holder.

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TOMELIA’S SALES

LILLIAN GARLAND

ZOOM ZOOM TOURS

SALES CLERK

LABOURER

LABOURER

Of Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Greet customers Receive payments by cash, Credit cards and cheques, Issue receipts and change Due to customers. Check And balance cash at the end of the day.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-6584

Belongers are encouraged To send copy of their resume To The Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a Work permit holder. 14095

OF GRAND TURK Is seeking a

Duties: Maintenance of property, Gardening, cleaning windows and Any other household chores as assigned.

CONTACT: 243-9934

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

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Of Grand Turk Is seeking a

Duties: Clean vehicles After tours, Gas vehicles After tours, clean and Maintain property.

CONTACT: 245-9136

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

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WILLIAM CATERING SERVICES

Williams Plaza, Old Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Waitress – To be held by a work permit holder DUTIES • Providing excellent customer service • Presenting menus to customers • Explaining menu items to customers • Answering questions from patrons about food and beverages • Sharing information with customers about the status of their orders • Finding out if customers need additional items • Verifying that customers are satisfied with their orders • Taking food and drink orders • Entering each item ordered into restaurant register system • Accepting payment for the meal • Rate $ 6.50 per hour

THE LODGINGS

Villa Housekeeper- To be held by work permit holder DUTIES: • Answer immediately to request from guests, as well as from other departments • Load cart with supplies such as linens and move it to the required area • Enter guest rooms by adhering to proper procedures and ensure they are vacant • Replace used amenities in guest rooms • Provide clean linens and terry for dirty ones • Fold towels, make beds, and ensure bathrooms are clean • Take away, room service items, dirty linen, and trash • Perform check on all room appliances to ensure they are in good working condition • Adjust furniture, desk items, and appliances when necessary • Dust furnishings and walls and remove marks from them • Carry out floor care duties in hallway and guest rooms, and mop floor • Adhere to all safety, security, and company procedures and policies • Keep proprietary information confidential • Ensure company standards are followed in welcoming and acknowledging all guests • Expect service needs of guests and provide them even before called upon to do so • Apply professional language in communicating with guests and other people • Provide support to team to achieve common goals • Rate $6.50-$9.10 per hour

Contact: 946-4726 Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

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CLASSIFIEDS 39 C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Acting on behalf of their client Kevin Myers Who is seeking to employ a

MARBLE AND GRANITE CLEANER

The Somerset Resort Management Ltd. is seeking for dependable, disciplined, self-driven, and efficient candidates for the positions listed below. Suitably qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply, the positions advertised below are currently held by Work Permit Card Holders. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently. Positions require a flexible schedule which includes holidays, weekends and evenings, and extended hours on occasion. Salaries range will commensurate with qualification and experience.

ROOM ATTENDANT JOB SUMMARY: • To ensure that all guestrooms are cleaned to the established standards.

• Main Duties & Responsibilities • Provides courteous and professional service at all times.

• Reports for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag at all times.

• Receives Room Attendant assignment sheet and section passkey for the days’ duties from Asst. Housekeeper and/or floor Supervisor • Stocks Room Attendant cart to the established standards • Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent vocational training • Minimum 1 year experience as hotel cleaner or in janitorial / cleaning position preferred • Must be literate with above average verbal communication skills • Ability to work in a self motivated environment with little supervision • Ability to manage the administration of multiple tasks at one time • Regular/Full Time position only • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work Base salary range: $6.50 - $7.50 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience.

Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

The above position is currently held by a Work Permit Card Holder.

HOUSEMAN JOB SUMMARY: • As a Houseman, you are responsible for cleaning guest rooms, carrying linen and replenishing amenities to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Houseman would also be required to manage guest requests.

• Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards: • Carrying / removing linens from rooms • Change and replenish bed linen, towels and guest amenities in line with company guidelines • Undertake regular deep cleaning tasks • Restock and maintain trolley on daily basis • Be environmentally aware • Dispose of waste accordingly • Manage guest requests in a timely and efficient manner • Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation • Carry out lost property procedures • Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships • What are we looking for?

• Requirements: • A Houseman is always working on behalf of our Owners, Guests and working with other Team Members • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work Base salary range: $6.50 - $7.50 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience.

Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

The above position is currently held by a Work Permit Card Holder.

HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR JOB SUMMARY: • As a Housekeeping Supervisor, you will support the Housekeeping

Department by ensuring the upkeep and cleanliness of the entire hotel including guest rooms, public areas, back of house areas and Team Member facilities. Specifically, a Housekeeping Supervisor will perform the following tasks to the highest standards: • Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Allocate work duties to Team Members and supervise contractors • Perform routine inspections of all check out rooms and spot checks of all occupied rooms • Report and follow up on any maintenance defects or other issues • Inspect, routinely, service areas, store rooms and corridors • Schedule and supervise deep cleaning and any other projects • Manage and train Room Attendants, Housemen, Laundry Attendant, Public Area Attendants and Linen Room Clerk to ensure their performance is to the standards required • Manage, efficiently, stock control and the maintenance of equipment • Provide excellent Guest service, including Owners, VIP and other special requirements • Ensure the adherence to hotel standards at all times • Requirements: • Housekeeping Supervisors are always working on behalf of our Owners, Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills, and values that follow: • Previous experience in a Housekeeping supervisory role • A successful track record of managing a team • Strong organizational and analytic skills • A strong attention to details • Effective communication skills – must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • A passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service • Proficiency, preferred, with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy.

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

Base salary range: $6.50 - $7.50 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience.

Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

The above position is currently held by a Work Permit Card Holder.

Grind, sand, clean, or polish objects or parts to correct defects or to prepare surfaces for further finishing, using hand tools and power tools. Salary: $300 per week

CONTACT: 241-5922

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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E R B CONSTRUCTION PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

MASON

• Arrange the concrete forms • Prepare surface with hammer and chose • Rub cement in with spongerubber float or burlap, use special blades, making sure all lumps are smoothed over, make concrete beams, columns and panel, finish corner by hand, use machines that vibrate concrete to fill air pockets Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 331-1067

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 14101

JOVAR CONSTRUCTION SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, remove all debris, pack up tools, put away any unused materials, and take down bracing and scaffolding. keep debris away from worksites. Salary: $7.00 per hour

BELLMAN JOB SUMMARY: • To assist with the Resort reception area as well as guests’ arrivals and departures while delivering an excellent Guest and Member experience.

• Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Greet guests in a friendly manner and offer assistance with luggage • Operate the courtesy Taxi/shuttle • Baggage handling for tours • Communicate with other departments in a friendly and professional manner • Be aware of local attractions and restaurants and make recommendations to guests • Accurately communicate with other shifts regarding issues arising from day to day operations • Other duties as required

CONTACT: 344-7416

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder

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REQUIREMENTS: • Must have working experience in a luxury five-star resorts.

• Must be Professional, courteous individuals with positive demeanor and possess good communication skills with an outgoing personality.

• Must have the ability to lift at least 30 lbs. and push/pull in excess of 50 lbs.

• Must be environmentally aware • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work Base salary range: $7.50 - $9.75 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience.

Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

The above position is currently held by a Work Permit Card Holder.

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

FINISH MECHANIC

Do finish sheetrock, metal finish carpenter, finishing etc.

PAINTER

Painting etc.

Salary: $12 per hour

Qualified Belonger candidates can complete an application form in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay or submit a resume by e-mail to twilliams@thesomerset.com. All applications must be copied to the Immigration Board Zone 2 at jobregistration@gov.tc. The closing date for applications is Nov 19th, 2018.

CONTACT: 231-1472

14096

Held by a work permit holder Belonger only apply 14083

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JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Gansevoort Turks + Caicos is a contemporary luxury full service boutique resort on Grace Bay Beach. We are looking for driven and energetic professionals with Five Star experience and who are committed to achieving excellence by ensuring Five Star standards and services are continuously delivered.

Pool and Beach Experience Manager

To be responsible for all aspects of the Pool & beach service; which includes the Pool & Beach Attendants, equipment, inventories, supplies, setup/tear down and maintenance. Assists guests and enhance their enjoyment of the pool and beach to include rotation of guests’ amenities, handling complaints and promotion of the hotel experience.

REQUIREMENTS

• Assist guests courteously and efficiently according to Gansevoort and Forbes standards.

• Learns guests’ preferences and uses them throughout their stay to tailor their experience.

• Passes hourly Pool and watersports amenities.

• Ensures that all work stations are clean at all the times.

• To work holidays and long hours with an able to accommodate a flexible schedule.

• Anticipate guest needs.

• Ensure all pool and beach furniture is neatly arranged and cleaned.

• Maintain island pod/beach bed reservations.

• Responsible for posting billing to guest accounts for applicable rentals.

• Respond professionally to all guest requests, comments and concerns in a timely manner and report issues to Director of Front Office.

• Monitor, coach and assign tasks to P&B Supervisors and attendants and offer support as required.

• Schedule staff according to hotel occupancy forecast and planned events.

• Complete weekly time sheets for payroll and submit on time bi-weekly.

• Build and maintain a strong and collaborative working relationship with food & beverage team to ensure guest satisfaction.

• Organize and assist with tent rentals, permits, as well as setup and break down to ensure all guests are served well with minimum impact to people and environment.

• Ensure team is stocked with necessary supplies to perform duties • Daily inspect all equipment including Rescue boat, chairs, snorkel gear, umbrellas, kayaks, Hobie cat, volleyball set, floats, towels and other items required to maintain for guest service.

• Oversee safe usage of all equipment and tools.

• Keep daily inventory and manager stock levels, ordering as required to ensure guest needs are met.

• Advise Chief Engineer of any upcoming events, maintenance requirements or damaged property.

• Maintain coordinate with Guest Services Managers and execute Rainy Day Plan as required.

• Support execution of Children’s Program Plan.

• Hold daily line up meetings, which includes inspection of uniforms and standard testing. Schedule and complete regular staff meetings to maintain good communication.

• Attend Operations Meetings whenever possible to stay informed.

• To be aware with the budget and financial targets, and responsible for all assets specifically but not limited to P&B. • To create and maintain a team which is highly adaptive and versatile.

• To work closely and communicate with all the other departments in the hotel as and when required.

• To be presentable to the best of your ability at all times whenever you represent the Gansevoort Hotel.

• To communicate and work closely with all departments.

• Ensure prompt and courteous service to guests, and to ensure that all guest experiences are distinctively supreme • Implement training program for all colleagues to ensure they are versed in using all beach equipment.

• Implement special project list and monitor and document completion accordingly.

• Monitor and evaluate team member performance.

• To contribute to the best of your ability to the overall profitability of the Gansevoort hotel.

• Establish and maintain effective human relations.

• Participate in the preparation of the hotel’s Strategic Plan and Goals.

• To ensure all safety procedures are adhered to and follow all appropriate policies and procedures while constantly striving to improve all standards of operation.

SKILLS

• CPR and First Aid certification preferred • Must be able to use AED machine • Must have a current Boats master license and be able to operate rescue boat • Must able to use Hobie cats, Kayaks and stand up paddleboats • Experience teaching swim lessons or coaching swim team highly desirable • 2+ years’ lifeguard experience preferred • Must have administration, Organizational/planning skills • Multitasking ability • Results-oriented • Sense for perfection and attention to detail • Excellent people skills Must be enthusiastic, motivated, and a team player.

• Must possess computer proficiency with Windowsbased products.

• Must have outstanding experience delivering highquality customer service.

• Display good organizational, written, and verbal skills.

Salary range: 25K – 30K per annum

Assistant Resort Manager:

Reporting directly to the Resort Manager, the Assistant Resort Manager is responsible for the consistent delivery of exceptional performance of the resort in both guest experience and financial results, and for the successful management of all internal and external relationships.

The successful candidate must have/be; • Experienced hospitality executive with minimum 10 years five star international management success – Caribbean experience desirable with 3-5 years management in each departmental discipline.

Thorough knowledge of resort Food and Beverage operations and equipment and information technology with the ability to execute all aspects • Financial, Business and/or Hospitality Management degree or equivalent experience, with a passion for customer service • Exceptional leadership skills with a proven record of providing consistently high guest experience standards balanced with operational efficiencies.

• Demonstrated success at delivering results through establishment of standard procedures, disciplined coaching and management.

• Proven ability to develop business plans and budgets, and effectively monitor performance to meet objectives • Energetic, results driven leader with collaborative

• • •

• • • •

approach; focused on empowering people; developing skill in others through coaching, training and experiential learning.

Sense for perfection and attention to detail Self-motivated and dependable with an exceptional work ethic and strong problem solving skills Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e.

Microsoft Office software and Opera) to prepare reports, employee schedules, inventories, budgets as required.

Knowledge of Knowcross software, Salto key system and Concierge Assistant.

Prior experience working in a 5 Star Forbes rated property Professional appearance and demeanor Must be fluent in English. Additional languages desirable.

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Ability to perform critical analysis.

• Ability to read, listen and communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing in order to prepare official memorandum and correspondence as well as provide clear and meaningful instructions, guidance and counseling to all team members.

• Ability to manage extensive amounts of information and provides constructive feedback/direction.

• Extensive knowledge of hotel operations, sales & marketing, human resources and hotel financial processes and analysis.

• Solid experience in management of Food + Beverage • Excellent guest service and problem resolution skills; • Flexibility to meet the demands of a 24 hour operation; • An expert in communication skills, in training and managing multi-lingual associates • Excellent organizational and administrative skills; • Natural leadership qualities with the ability to give clear, concise instructions.

• High level of integrity, good manners and show initiative.

• Strong yield management skills and ability of cost control • Considerable ability to listen effectively.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team.

• Ability to delegate manages and organizes projects and establishes priorities consistent with company objectives.

• Ability to effectively deal with owners, customers and team members, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet and work effectively under time and resource constraints.

• Ability to effectively lead team of professionals.

Compensation: $75k - $90k per annum

Assistant Director of Rooms:

The Assistant Director of Rooms reports directly to the hotel Resort Manager and is overall responsible for providing all guests with quality service while maximizing room revenue and productivity, and developing managers and employees.

Strategic, hands on operations leader, focusing on all aspects

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JOB ADVERTISEMENT

of the Rooms Division. Supervises, trains, schedules, inspects and evaluates the work and performance of the Front Office, Concierge, Reservations, Guest Relations, Housekeeping and Laundry, Pool and Beach.

THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Coordinating the organization and administrative functions in all areas of the Rooms Division; • Ensuring total compliance with standards of operation; • Ensuring that staffing is maintained at an appropriate level to match business demand; • Participating in all regular and ad hoc operational meetings and in the formulation of strategic business plans; • Handling all guest complaints expeditiously to complete resolution; • Instilling a guest service attitude in all employees • Closely monitoring the financial performance of all departments, in particular monitoring all Rooms expenses to ensure that they are kept in line with budget; • Developing departmental strategies.

• Assist in the preparation of hotel budgets and forecasts for corporate submission and approvals.

• Providing solutions to improve problem areas and assisting in implementing corrective measures.

• Promote the Gansevoort culture at every opportunity and stay true to its core values.

• Protects the hotel and its assets through enforcing and maintaining a preventative maintenance program.

• Provide exceptional customer service to all hotel guests, making their stay as comfortable and accommodating as possible while achieving team and Brand goals.

• Follows company policies and procedures and is able to effectively communicate them to subordinates.

• Ensuring that the reservation process runs smoothly and in sync with the Front Office.

• Leads department heads to ensure overall profit, service and team member satisfaction goals are met or exceeded • Hires, supervises, coaches, disciplines and conducts performance evaluations for department heads and key personnel.

• Develops the skills and abilities of direct reports • Monitors department heads and team member activity and ensures their growth within the company.

• Ensures all departments are profitable and maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders.

• Communication with General Manager regarding results and aligning strategic plans for the future development of the hotel.

• Communicates with a variety of corporate departments regarding implementing standards, procedures and policies.

• Provides feedback on companywide initiatives.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

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• Administration, Organizational/planning skills • Multitasking ability • Sense for urgency • Results-oriented • Sense for perfection and attention to detail • Excellent people skills • Strong financial acumen • Self-motivated and dependable with an exceptional work ethic and strong problem solving skills • Capable of using independent judgment/solid decision making skills ability • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to speak, read and write fluently in the English language (additional language an asset.)

• Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e.

Microsoft Office software and Opera) to prepare reports, employee schedules, inventories, budgets as required.

• Extensive knowledge of hotel operations, sales &

marketing, human resources and hotel financial processes and analysis.

• Solid experience in management of Front Office, Housekeeping and Laundry • At least 5 years experience in Rooms function and 5 years of which must be in a managerial position of a 5-star boutique hotel.

• Thorough knowledge of resort Front Office, Housekeeping and Laundry procedures, operations and equipment, with the ability to execute all aspects • Exceptional customer service skills coupled with disciplined approach to providing consistent quality service levels.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, train, develop skills, mentor and motivate a team • Ability to effectively deal with internal and external guests, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information.

• Self-motivated and dependable with an exceptional work ethic and strong problem solving skills • Professional appearance and demeanor • Must be fluent in English and European languages.

Additional languages desirable.

Compensation: $45k - $50k per annum

*Retail Buyer/Merchandiser

This position requires someone with established relationships with high end clothing wholesalers in Miami, Los Angeles, New York City and South America to bring the right mix of high end merchandise at competitive prices to suit the resort client. Five years or more experience in managing a high end clothing boutique. Familiar with Micros POS, inventory management, Microsoft Office Suite.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE/ BE;

• Financial, Business and/or Hospitality Management degree or equivalent experience, with a passion for customer service • Exceptional leadership skills with a proven record of providing consistently high guest experience standards balanced with operational efficiencies.

• Five Diamond and Five Star Forbes experience.

• Demonstrated success at delivering results through establishment of standard procedures, disciplined coaching and management.

• Proven ability to develop business plans and budgets, and effectively monitor performance to meet objectives • Energetic, results driven leader with collaborative approach; focused on empowering people; developing skill in others through coaching, training and experiential learning.

• Sense for perfection and attention to detail • Self-motivated and dependable with an exceptional work ethic and strong problem solving skills • Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e.

Microsoft Office software and Opera) to prepare reports, employee schedules, inventories, budgets as required.

• Professional appearance and demeanor • Must be able to work on weekends and holidays • Must be fluent in English and European languages.

Additional languages desirable.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• • • • • • • • •

Customer Focus ability Tracking Budget Expenses Pricing skills Vendor Relationships skills Market Knowledge skill Results Driven Strategic Planning skills Management Proficiency Client Relationships skill

• Excellent communication skills • Organizational skills • Efficiency in computer programs such as Micros, Opera, Microsoft Suite Salary: Commission based.

*Operations Manager

Operations Manager is responsible for directing, planning, organizing and developing of the overall operation of the Gansevoort Turks & Caicos, to ensure exceptional levels of guest service and satisfaction with cleanliness and comfort of guest facilities. Maintain outstanding relationships with all Owners and leaders of the resort.

Be fully versed on Forbes Service Standards and ensure all these are communicated to all Private Residences employees.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST HAVE/ BE;

• Coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations • Ensure all Gansevoort Turks and Caicos Resort & Villas Policies and Procedures are developed and implemented • Discuss and explain all rules and regulations as well as rights and obligations for relevant Ownership structure • Discuss and explain budget for all relevant entities • Conduct weekly operations meetings with key stakeholders to discuss operational challenges, opportunities and to improve or maintain an excellent communication flow • Monitor and review the daily labor report and the monthly profit and loss statement, analyze results and initiate improvements • Manage all third-party contracts.

• Manage and attend Owner/Board/Committee Meetings • Ensure the facilities are well maintained with respect to Housekeeping and Engineering • Oversee preventive maintenance and deep cleaning programs • Respond appropriately in the event of any emergency or safety situation and comply with all local codes and ordinances with a focus on resident and employee safety.

• Personally, meet and interact with owners, review all written owner comments and follow up on any owner service issues or needs • Lead with intellectual and emotional maturity, demonstrating a personal philosophy of life and work habits, practicing consulting supervision and observing ethical business practices.

• Ability to develop, with the aid of key personnel, strategies and programs to ensure attainment of the Resort and Villa goals and objectives.

• Maintain a solid working relationship with the Resort and Villa owners • Display at all times a friendly, courteous and professional manner in dealing with owners, guests and other employees

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Ability to perform a myriad of duties with extreme care and attention to detail, while working in a fast-paced and busy environment.

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Opera PMS and Knowcross.

• Working knowledge of chemicals, fabric care, carpet care, floor and stone care.

• Knowledge of Food and Beverage Operations • Knowledge of Laundry operations, textiles, fabric care, equipment and housekeeping techniques.

• Strong leadership qualities, sound judgment, superior decision-making and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to read and interpret business records and statistical reports.

• Ability to use mathematical skills to interpret financial information and prepare budgets.

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JOB ADVERTISEMENT • • • • • • • • • •

Effective listening abilities.

Excellent customer service skills.

Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.

Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Able to effectively communicate in English, in both written and oral forms.

Knowledge of a second language is preferred Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a major hotel/resort complex with a Forbes Five Star Rating & AAA – 5 Diamond Rating Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a large Housekeeping department of an internationally recognized luxury hotel brand Pre-opening Experience with proven ability to successfully lead, train motivate, develop staff and processes implementation is essential University Bachelor's Degree, Tourism and Hospitality Management preferred, or equivalent experience 5-10 years of property operations management.

Chef de Cuisine

The Chef de Cuisine will train and manage kitchen personnel and supervise/coordinate all related culinary activities; estimate food consumption and requisition or purchase food; select and develop recipes; standardize production recipes to ensure consistent quality; establish presentation technique and quality standards; plan and price menus; ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance; and ensure proper safety and sanitation in the kitchen. The Chef must have the ability to manage in a diverse environment with focus on client and customer service is essential to success in this role. Previous experience with control food and labor cost, demonstration cooking, menu development, and pricing and development of culinary team preferred. The ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree or related culinary degree with four or more years of industry and culinary management experience.

Caribbean experience an asset. Compensation: $40k - $50k per annum

*Director of Asset Management

Experienced in onsite resort asset management, governance, financial, planning and operations management and preventive maintenance of resort assets. This includes managing asset inventories, inspections of operations, planning for improvements and preventive maintenance, development proposals, budgets and contracts for vital services to support the operations, standard operating procedures and working with the teams to ensure knowledge and skill levels are in place to support the operation and protect the assets. Provides regular reports and recommendations for projects and improvements to the executive management team.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES MANAGING PROPERTY ASSETS

• Supervises management of resort assets and preventive maintenance programs to ensure property is in ‘Like New’ operation to support the highest of luxury standards.

• Assists in overseeing management of the physical plant including equipment, refrigeration, kitchen, HVAC, plumbing, water treatment, electrical and life safety systems.

• Ensures equipment is maintained and operated at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.

• Establish measures for operational service delivery and achieves goals annually • Manages assets to meet CAPEX and improvement budgets and project expenses as well as the associated maintenance contracts.

• Monitor asset procurement and inventory controls (equipment, supplies, costs and furnishings) • Assist in inspection and evaluation of the physical condition of facilities in order to determine the type of work required to maintain.

• Review and manage controllable expenses such as tools, equipment, uniforms, property supplies, • Review asset management procedures and upgrade as required • Analysis of consumption of power and water and develop methods for cost and energy savings with Engineering • Supervises the day to day management of FF&E

• Provide weekly and monthly reports and recommendations to executive management on overall management of property assets.

• Maintaining Property Standards • Maintains accurate databases, logs and records as required.

• Assists in effectively planning, scheduling and evaluating preventative maintenance and inventory programs.

• Providing Exceptional Customer Service • Handles guest/departmental problems and complaints effectively.

• Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

• Displays leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

• Managing Profitability • Helps establish priorities for total property maintenance needs.

• Ensures on-going communication occurs in all areas of responsibility to create awareness of business objectives, awareness of expectations and recognition of exemplary performance.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities, and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or he can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• B.A or equivalent preferred, 2-year degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Mechanics, Community Association Management certification or related major; • 2 years experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area; technical training in HVAC-R/electrical/plumbing.

• 4 years progressive experience in luxury hospitality environment (Forbes 4-5 Star rated or equivalent standards) • Resort residence or community association management experience • Knowledge and high skill level of Microsoft Office applications to include spreadsheets and databases, project management and presentation software as well as other operation systems such as OPERA, SAP • Considerable knowledge of mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) necessary to interpret electrical, mechanical and building systems.

• Thorough knowledge of building codes, fire safety systems, plumbing and electrical systems, mechanical and HVAC, and carpentry disciplines • Considerable knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems with the ability to analyze their design intent and performance. Considerable knowledge of construction and building systems.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to speak, read and write fluently in the English language • Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a minimum of 50 Ibs. • Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, walking and standing for an extended period of time.

• Ability to hear a change in a pitch of high-speed mechanical equipment.

• Ability to remain calm and professional in emergency situations and to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger, collect accurate information and solve customer concerns.

• Ability to instruct subordinates and accomplish goals on a timely basis.

• Ability to translate technical information or challenges into layman’s terms.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, develop skills, mentor and motivate a team • Self-motivated and dependable with an exceptional work ethic and strong problem solving skills

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

• Executive Management • Finance • Engineering • Food & Beverage • Vendors/Suppliers/Contractors

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be able to clean, must be able to drop off and pick up children from school, assist with assignments and other curriculum activities .

A valid drover's license is a must. Must be able to speak English. Must be able to live in and must be able to work 6 days a week, weekends and holidays. Salary: $250 weekly.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board.

NAME: LAKISHA FULLER TEL#:649 -245- 0361

14022

In compliance with section 28 of the Immigration Ordinance:

NEW STYLE SALON & BOUTIQUE Address: Kew Town, Providenciales, TCI Contact: (649) 331-8154

HAIR STYLIST

Salary/Wages: $6.25 per HOUR Responsibilities/Duties: • Wash, Perm, Braid, Color and Style Hair • Must be willing to work 5 days per week This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Belongers are invited to submit their application to the Labour Board, Ministry of Boarder Control. 14024

ROSHARD ARANDELL TALBOT GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 247-6549

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14013

STANLEY WILLIAMS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.50 per hour

Salary Range $45k-$55k per annum.

CONTACT: 231-1207

Positions with * are currently being held by a work permit holder. Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm on (649)941-7555. E- Mail cover letter outlining your interest and supporting experience in a particular position along with your Resume or C.V. to hr@wymara.com

14004

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14015

October 27 - November 2, 2018 QUALITY FOOD CENTRE #& Hospital Road

Payless Warehouse Ltd Dba Quality Food Mart Is seeking employees in the following categories for a large retail and wholesale supermarket

Y.A.3.B CONSULTANCY AIRPORT ROAD

TNF CONTRACTING BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

SALES CLERK $7.00 PER HOUR

Should be a high school graduate and very reliable also, a quick learner

LABOURER $6.25 PER HOUR

Must be able to lift 25 pounds and over

PRODUCE HELPER $7.00 PER HOUR

Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and 4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices.

CONTACT: 946-5715

Email: hr.qfc@i-grocers.com Turks and Caicos slander need only apply.

Applications should be dropped off to the Labour Board. Resumes may be sent to norma@norwani.com 14079

ANTHONY MUSIC

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

BLUE CACTUS CONSTRUCTION

2 MUSICIANS $7.00 PER HOUR

2 CARPENTERS

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $300 per week

CONTACT: 245-7228

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder

Install, operate and maintain a variety of electronic equipment used in audio production or broadcasting, including recording devices, speakers, dubbing equipment, amplifiers and sound mixing boards.

JM & AR CONSTRUCTION

2 CARPENTERS

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials

1 CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials

1 TILE LAYER

Tile layers install materials on a variety of surfaces, such as floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks.

Because tile and marble must be set on smooth, even surfaces, installers often must level the surface to be tiled with a layer of mortar or plywood.

BLD CONTRACTING

1 TILE LAYER

Tile layers install materials on a variety of surfaces, such as floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks.

Because tile and marble must be set on smooth, even surfaces, installers often must level the surface to be tiled with a layer of mortar or plywood.

1 CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Contact: 344-4540. Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board These positions are First Time work permit holders.

14100

GOLD FINGER

Market Place, Providenciales is seeing to employ one

SOPHIE FORBES

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following;

BUTCHER $7.00 PER HOUR

Should be able to cut, trim, bone, tie and grind meat, using butcher’s cutlery and powered equipment, such as electric grinder and band saw, to portion and prepare meat in cooking form. Cuts, trims and bones carcass sections or prime cuts, using knives, meat saw, cleaver and band saw to reduce to cooking cuts, such as roasts, steaks, chops, stew cubes and grinding meat.

14099

ESTEL PLUMBING LTD

Unit 2B Courtyard Plaza, Leeward Highway Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Telephone: 1 (649) 241-0397

PLUMBING SUPERVISOR

LABOURER

CONTACT 262-2604

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 14001

REQUIREMENTS: • 20 years in commercial, residential and Industrial in this position • Trades qualification ticket • Class B gas ticket • Must be able to provide job quotations • Capable of plumbing designs • Computer Skills • Ordering materials • Liaise with Architects, consultants and clients

BUY WISE BEAUTY SUPPLIES & VARIETY STORE

Responsible for the safe operation of their vessel and must ensure that it is operated and crewed according to both company and legal guidelines.

Salary: $1500 per month

• Assisting in deliver a wide variety of items to different addresses and through different routes • Follow routes and time schedule • Load, unload, prepare, inspect and operate a delivery vehicle • Cleans the company vehicles • Clean the store • Assist owner with other labour work at her house.

SALARY: 6.25 per hour

BOAT CAPTAIN

CONTACT: 331-5363

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14010

• Must have excellent leadership and communication skills • Basic salary is $2500 per month with opportunities that may include bonuses based on incentivized working, overtime and subsistence allowance to be paid on the basic salary. The total wage including allowances is $1760.00 per week providing a monthly net salary of $7240.00 per month.

The following position is currently held by a work permit holder. Resumes can be sent to jestel@estelplumbing.com or Labour Department.

14008

KEY TO SEA PARASAILING LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

Providenciales

LABOURER

Telephone: 231-2900 TYPE OF APPLICATION: Renewal, this position is currently held by a work permit holder 14013

GISELLE MEME WILLIAMS PROVIDENCIALES

HENRIETTA DELANCY Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Smooth out concrete in segments to ensure the concrete poured in level, Arrange the concrete forms, Prepare surface with hammer and chose, Rub cement in with sponge-rubber float or burlap,Use special blades, making sure all lumps are smoothed over, Use wood or plastic forms to shape the concrete and hold it until it is set. Make concrete beams, columns and panel, finish corner by hand, Use machines that vibrate concrete to fill air pockets, Use grooves and hand towels to spread concrete. SALARY: 7.50 per hour Telephone: 344-1597 TYPE OF APPLICATION: Renewal, this position is currently held by a work permit 14012 holder

Paijor Employment Services (an employment agency) 3B Courtyard Plaza , Providenciales Is seeking experienced

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames.

Fix and repair and broken object around the house Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-1465

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

14019

LABOURER

Cleaning, tractor driving, general handiwork, tending to livestock, ploughing, planting and harvesting crops. Salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 243-2789

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 14006

MARSHA LEWIS BLUE HILLS

to serve in its clients luxury establishments on Providenciales.

Successful candidates must be fully trained in food & beverage service, with a Minimum of a Vocational Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Service, or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years F & B experience in a luxury hotel or resort environment. They must have the ability to communicate in a way that makes the patrons feel welcome and comfortable; they must be thoroughly familiar with serving etiquette as well as the food and beverages being served. Applicants must also be ready to work evenings, weekends and holidays. This is a new position. Basic Wage $7.00/hour.

14005

MAINTENANCE

Duties: plumbing, mason, electrical. Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 649-331-3197

This position is for a new applicant. Qualified Belongers are encouraged to submit their resume to the Labor Department

14025

CLYDE HOLIDAY

of Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

CHILD CARE PROVIDER.

Duties include: Monitoring of Children, Cooking, cleaning, washing and ironing for Children, must be able to work five days a week.

Salary is $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT 649-243-5281

The Position is currently held by a work permit holder.

14033

ERIC LIGHTBOURNE

DOREEN ANDREA FRANCIS

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.50 per hour

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-8445

CONTACT: 232-1976

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

HELENE JULIA JOSEPH

GUERLINE JOSEPH

14016

BLUE HILLS

LABOURER Duties: cleaning yard, taking out garbage, maintenance around the home. Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary $6.25 per hour This position is for work permit renewal

CONTACT: 649-331-3887

Qualified Belongers are asked to submit their resume to the Labor Department 14020

MARGELLA BENOIT BLUE HILLS

NANNY

WAIT STAFF

Applications should be sent to paijoremployment@gmail.com.

Interested Islanders are invited to send copies of their applications to the Department of Employment Services

HANDYMAN

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

ESTEL PLUMBING IS SEEKING A

to work 6 days per week interested persons

CLASSIFIEDS 43

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Duties: taking care of child Must be able to work 6 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: cleaning, cooking Salary $6.25 per hour Must be able to work 6 days per week. These positions are for work permit renewals

CONTACT: 649-242-7796

Qualified Belongers are encourage to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 14021

14014

BLUE HILLS

BABYSITTER

Duties: wash, cook, clean, taking care of 3 kids. Must be willing to work 6 days per week 8am – 9pm.

Salary $1,500 per month

CONTACT: 649-331-3887

This position is for a first time applicant. Qualified Belongers are asked to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 14018

MARGARET SKIPPINGS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-0192

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is a First Time work permit holder 14012

44 CLASSIFIEDS 7TH AV HAIR & BEAUTY BAR

ALIVE AND WELL HOTEL & RESORTS LTD.

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ

WAIT STAFF

such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

May apply makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, and provide nail and skin care services. Salary: $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 5 days per week, 8 hours per day

Successful candidates must be fully trained in haute cuisine food & beverage service, with a Minimum of a Vocational Certificate or Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Service, or equivalent, and a minimum of 3 years F & B experience in a luxury 5 star hotel or resort environment. They must also have a proven track record of passion for high end F & B service, and thorough knowledge of food and wine pairings. be thoroughly familiar with serving etiquette as well as the food and beverages being served Applicants must also be ready to work evenings, weekends and holidays. This is a new position. Basic Wage $1200.00/month.

Email: seventhavenue649@ gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These position are First Time work permit holders.

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Is looking for a

Sommelier/Wine Specialist

Suitably qualified candidates should apply in writing: Management, Caicos Café LTD. P.O. Box 1023 Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. Tel 946-5278 or Email; caicoscafe@tciway.tc This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Belongers are also encouraged to send a copy of the resume to the Labour Board.

MUSICIAN perform music for

services in the church, including functions such as weddings and funerals. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5922

13658

DUTIES: • Coordinates all services beverage of the restaurant and work with the management and chef regarding food and beverage

cost.

• Must be able to work weekends, nights and holidays 6 days per week, have at least 8 years’ experience, able to understand, speak and write English, physically fit, dependable and hardworking.

Salary is $20,000-30,000 per year, plus tips depending on experience.

Acting on behalf of our client Church of God of Prophecy, Blue Hills for (Claudel Exalant) Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13955

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 345-8118

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $200 per week

CONTACT: 232-1473

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

BRONCO SVC’S

BENSON RIGBY

PAINTER $7.00 PER HOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER

In compliance with section 28 of the Immigration Ordinance: EMPLOYER: BEL-AIR MEDICAL CENTER LTD. Address: Glass Shack Road, Providenciales, TCI Contact: (649) 941-8405

Interested Islanders are invited to send copies of their applications to the Department of Employment Services.

13996

CAICOS CAFÉ LTD

CASHIER

Aviation Drive, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13950

Applications should be sent to HR@AliveandWellResorts.com.

13942

ANGELA PORSHA WILLIAMS

• Receives payment (Cash, credit card etc.)

• Count and Balance money from cash drawers • Applicant must be honest, reliable and hardworking Salary: $120 per week

For our luxury resorts on Providenciales.

CONTACT: 343-1154

AMJ’S VARIETY STORE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

31 Downwind Street Suite 201, Providenciales Is seeking experienced

2 COSMETOLOGISTS Provide beauty services,

Caicos Café located on Grace Bay seeking an individual with a sommelier certification who specializes in all aspects of wine services and food pairings.

October 27 - November 2, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

Painting residential homes, commercial building and offices

LABOURER $7.00

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, remove all debris, pack up tools, put away any unused materials, and take down bracing and scaffolding. keep debris away from worksites

CONTACT: 344-8841

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are First Time work permit holders 13999

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $250.00 per week

CONTACT: 341-8585

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13962

13967

LABATORY ASSISTANT

Salary/Wages: $420 per WEEK RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES: • Assist the technician to conduct lab exams • Prepare Reports This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Belongers are invited to submit their application to the Labour Board, Ministry of Boarder Control.

13969

CAICOS ECO SAFARIS BAC - FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES

JOB ADVERTISEMENT BAC that specializes in air-conditioning services is looking for a matured, experience and trained professional to provide support to the company and the Accounting Department.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assist the company with the day to day accounting and bookkeeping requirements • Assist with the preparation of budget performance, cash flow forecasts and various financial reports as requested by stakeholders • Manage the processing of receipts, recording of all financial transactions including revenue and receivables • Reconcile all customers’ accounts on a monthly or periodic basis and ensure all accounts are accurate • Deal with all banking matters including monthly reconciliation and ensure proper management of liquidity • Apply proper record keeping of journal entries including assets, liabilities and all transactions on a daily basis • Prepare staff salaries, statutory payments and other mandatory expenses on time • Supervise the Accounting Department and work along professionally with all employees and customers SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • At least five years working experience in the field of accounting, finance or business • At least a degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration • Strong knowledge and experience in Quickbooks and other accounting systems • Excellent communication skills and ability to interact and perform to the highest quality in a diverse environment • Compensation is negotiable

Please forward application along with resume to bryantair@tciway.tc or contact: 941-3650to reach no later than 29th December, 2018 This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 13973

Leeward, Providenciales. is looking for a

FREE DIVE INSTRUCTOR

MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS: • Minimum 3 year PADI Freedive Instructor • EFR Instructor & First Aids • Proficient in English and bilingual preferred • Membership and Liability Insurance • STCW95 Complaint • This position entails working as a Free Dive Instructor teaching free dive courses. Must freedive comfortably to 120ft and breath hold for at least 4 minutes. Must be able to maintain 100% safety on and under the water by performing rescue drills during dive

courses.

• Other duties include: boat maintenance, land duty, booking dive/snorkel trips and proactive sales. Also working knowledge of underwater camera/video and edition essential. Professional appearance and communication, absolute punctuality, proficiency in computer skills and be prepared to work long hours including long weekends and holidays. Experience in the hospitality industry a plus.

Weekly base salary $400

Belongers are invited to send copies of application to the Board The position is for work permit renewal All applications send to: info@caicoscatalyst.com- 431 - 6287

DENTAL SERVICES LTD Leeward Highway - Is seeking to employ a

DENTAL HYGIENIST/ THERAPIST • A Dental Hygienist/ Therapist is required to work full time. Must be registered in USA, Canada or UK. • Orthodontic experience necessary. Salary to be negotiated depending on experience. Salary is to be negotiated depending on experience.

Belongers need only apply.

Dental Service Ltd 946-4321 or drjo@dentist.tc This position is currently held by a work permit holder

13995

CH LTD (1) Sushi & Teppanyaki Chef for immediate employment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Culinary School trained preferred.

• At least 6-8 years previous experience operating high end multi outlet food & beverage operations (5 star hotel restaurant experience preferable) • In depth skill of Japanese sushi & grill cooking desired • Showmanship on the teppanyaki grill preferable.

• Sound Japanese food knowledge • Menu Planning, Menu design and menu setting experience in the past is preferred.

• In depth knowledge of food service hygiene knowledge • Must have experience of working in multicultural teams • Responsible for cross training culinary staff • Experience in high traffic all day restaurant desirable • Responsible for ordering and receiving all necessary food & kitchen supplies • Maintain food inventories, and keep inventory records • Computer proficiency • Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation • Willingness to work any and all shifts on any and all days

Please email résumé and covering letter to ajay@ jakarah.com Deadline for applications is October 1st, 2018.

Interviews to be held for successful applicants October 22nd, 2018.

Remuneration package $465per week.

Indian & Tandoor Chefs

for immediate employment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Culinary School trained preferred.

• At least 8-10 years previous experience operating high end multi outlet food & beverage operations (5 star hotel restaurant experience preferable) • In depth skill of Indian Cuisine & tandoor grill cooking desired • Sound North West Frontier cuisine food knowledge • Menu Planning, Menu design and menu setting experience in the past is preferred.

• In depth knowledge of food service hygiene knowledge • Must have experience of working in multicultural teams.

• Responsible for cross training culinary staff.

• Experience in Indian speciality restaurant desirable.

• Responsible for ordering and receiving all necessary food & kitchen supplies • Maintain food inventories, and keep inventory records • Computer proficiency • Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation • Willingness to work any and all shifts on any and all days

Please email résumé and covering letter to ajay@ jakarah.com Deadline for applications is October 1st, 2018.

Interviews to be held for successful applicants October 22nd, 2018.

Remuneration package $465per week.

Chinese Line Cook

for immediate employment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Culinary School trained preferred.

• At least 6-8 years previous experience operating high end multi outlet food & beverage operations (5 star hotel restaurant experience preferable) • In depth skill of Chinese & wok cooking desired.

• Sound Chinese food knowledge • Menu Planning, Menu design and menu setting experience in the past is preferred.

• In depth knowledge of food service hygiene knowledge • Must have experience of working in multicultural teams • Responsible for cross training culinary staff • Experience in high traffic all day restaurant desirable • Responsible for ordering and receiving all necessary food & kitchen supplies • Maintain food inventories, and keep inventory records • Computer proficiency

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS is seeking a

CLASSIFIEDS 45 E&V EQUIPMENT LIMITED

ELDON RODRIGUEZ GARCIA

MECHANIC $6.50 PER HOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER

Williams Auditorium, Five Cays Road. Is seeking to employ a

• Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation • Willingness to work any and all shifts on any and all days

Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

Please email résumé and covering letter to ajay@ jakarah.com Deadline for applications is October 1st, 2018.

Interviews to be held for successful applicants October 22nd, 2018.

Remuneration package $465 per week.

WELDER $6.50 PER HOUR

Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment through the use of welders, cutters, shapers and measuring tools.

CONTACT: 941-8494

Restaurant Manager

for immediate employment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Degree in Hospitality Management from a reputed hotel school.

• At least 6-8 years previous experience operating high end multi outlet food & beverage operations (5 star hotel experience preferable) • Preopening / Renovation / Concept Design experience in Food & beverage desired • International cuisine experiences a must (Indian Cuisines preferable) • Sound international food, wines and beverage knowledge (Food & Wine Pairing) • Menu Planning, Menu design and menu setting experience in the past is preferred • In depth knowledge of food service and handling along with hygiene knowledge • Strong Leadership Skills and Process Change experience • Must have experience of managing multicultural teams • Responsible for training restaurant staff • Responsible for ordering and receiving all necessary operating supplies • Maintain food and equipment inventories, and keep inventory records • Marketing skills crucial for planning, coordinating and executing various F&B Promotions for this position • Computer proficiency • Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation • Willingness to work any and all shifts on any and all days

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $300 per week

CONTACT: 333-1199

Email: evequipment@tciway.tc Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are new positions.

13878

FRANDY ANTOINE

FRESH CATCH

LABOURER

13948

Salt Mills, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

MIXOLOGIST

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, remove all debris, pack up tools, put away any unused materials, and take down bracing and scaffolding. keep debris away from worksites Salary: $6.50 per hour

• Mixologists make syrups, infusions, tinctures, mixed drinks, and cocktails of all types to fulfill customer orders.

• Mixologists take orders from customers, serve drinks, and collect money for the orders they fill.

Salary: $2500 per month

CONTACT: 241-3609

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13953

H&B CONSTRUCTION BIRD ROCK, LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 247-6493

13961

GIORDANI PHANOR GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Please email résumé and covering letter to ajay@ jakarah.com Deadline for applications is October 1st, 2018.

Interviews to be held for successful applicants October 22nd, 2018.

Remuneration package $666 per week.

ELECTRICIAN

Chinese Chef

CONTACT: 246-8158 OR 241-0494

Electrical Maintenance Salary: $12.00 per hour

for immediate employment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE NEEDED: • Culinary School trained preferred.

• At least 10-12 years previous experience operating high end multi outlet food & beverage operations (5 star hotel restaurant experience preferable) • In depth skill of Chinese / Thai & wok cooking desired.

• Sound Chinese food knowledge • Menu Planning, Menu design and menu setting experience in the past is preferred.

• In depth knowledge of food service hygiene knowledge • Must have experience of working in multicultural teams • Responsible for cross training culinary staff • Experience in high traffic all day restaurant desirable • Responsible for ordering and receiving all necessary food & kitchen supplies • Maintain food inventories, and keep inventory records • Computer proficiency • Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation • Willingness to work any and all shifts on any and all days

Please email résumé and covering letter to ajay@ jakarah.com Deadline for applications is October 1st, 2018.

Interviews to be held for successful applicants October 22nd, 2018.

Remuneration package $625 per week.

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames.

Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-1124

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13998

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

HOLY GHOST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

HENRY ONEAL WILSON

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

SENIOR PASTOR

• Youth services • Preach the word, bible study Salary: $10 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 342-2584

13972

October 27 - November 2, 2018

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

13964

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

TILE MAN Lays tiles and paints Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 332-7196

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13960

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS JACQUELIN REMY

ISLAND FARMS LTD SEEKS

FARM LABOURER MUST HAVE PRIOR EXPERIENCE IN ANIMAL HUSBANDRY, SLAUGHTERING, PLANTING AND HARVESTING CROPS. MUST BE WILLING TO DO HEAVY MANUAL WORK OUTDOORS, 7-5 6 DAYS A WEEK. WAGES $350/WEEK.

EMAIL NICHOLASTURNER50@GMAIL.COM WITH REFERENCES. CURRENT POST HOLDER ON A WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS ONLY

13946

Blue Hills - Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-3388

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13959

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

TECHNICAL LEAD REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: CEO

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES OF THE JOB:

• Manage and Coordinate the overall activities of the Network Switching, IP, Mobile Packet core, Transmission, RF and Cable HFC, FTTH network ensuring a high quality of service.

• Manage communication and support the Hub and Technical support centre functional areas.

• Oversee budget & spend for the various nodes & operation of above responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee operations for Digicel Turks & Caicos Mobile and Cable/FTTH networks to ensure optimal quality of service • Liaise with Digicel Hub and Technical Support Centre on all related requirements and functions.

• Prepare Technical Capex & Opex Budgets with CEO & ensure adherence monthly • Liaise with all vendors including Ericsson, Cisco, Columbus, Sandvine and O&M teams, • Customer Care, Technical Support and external maintenance contractors on ongoing network activities to ensure optimal performance of the network • Be main point of contact for all network escalations • Liaise with vendors to ensure that all Customer Service Requests and tickets raised are dealt with in an efficient and timely manner according to contractual agreement • Manage direct reports for Mobile and Cable/FTTH technical operations • Assessment & approval of direct reports • Provide extended support to staff beyond normal duty

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• MBA, BSc. Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science or similar • 5 yrs experience in the Telecommunication Industry • 2 years experience in Management role

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Good working knowledge of Radio, Transmission, BSC & MSC, IP, Cable HFC, FTTH elements& GSM and Mobile data networks • Good team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent management skills • Excellent Communication Skills • Good interpersonal skill

Positions open to all qualified Turks and Caicos nationals. Salary range from $60,000.00 – 78,000.00 per annum. Interested applicants can forward their resumes to hrtci@digicelgroup.com and the Immigration board. The closing date for applications is November 2, 2018.

October 27 - November 2, 2018

JACQUELINE CESAR

Blue Hills - Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

To keep up my property surroundings. Home clean at all times and trimming od tree hedges. Salary: $6.50 per hour CONTACT: 333-0806

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13983

JUDITH ROBINSON

JOSEPH PIERRE

JACQUELINE PIERRE-ALCE

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

Turtle Tail, Venetian Road Is seeking to employ a

Maintenance, cleaning outside the property with sweeper, picking up waste and disposing of trash, gardening, cleaning windows and door frames.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-2950

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

13745

Blue Hills - Is looking for a long experienced and motivated

Must be a trustworthy, hardworking person. Must be fluent in both Creole and English Duties Include: Laundry and conducting regular cleaning in the household. Person required to work on different shifts when asked to do so.

Salary: $6.25 per hour. Working from Monday to Saturday.

This position is held by a work permit holder. All applicants can call on this number above or send their resume to the Labour Department for info. Only Belongers need to apply.

13985

LAURINE WILLIAMS

KATHLEEN FORBES

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 341-0565

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13973

GRAND TURK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

GENERAL CLEANING INCLUDING LAUNDRY, SWEEPING, MOPPING AND DUSTING. ANY OTHER RELATED CHORES IF NECESSARY. MUST BE TRUSTWORTHY, AND MUST BE WILLING TO WORK WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. SALARY $6.25 PER HR

CONTACT #245-6442

WORK PERMIT HOLDER

13992

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 343-3522

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13974

K.A.S CUTS

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. Salary: $200 per week

CONTACT: 241-3489

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13978

MACKEY’S CAFÉ

LOUIS JOSEPH DICKENSON

LOUANN ROBINSON MISSICK

HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

HOUSEKEEPER

Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

Helps in the kitchen by preparing work stations for the cook, keeps the kitchen clean and tidy at all times Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 941-4440

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13977

JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $250 per week

CONTACT: 246-6702

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

13951

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 243-7021

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13990

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MACKEY’S TIRES

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

is seeking to employ a

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage in site layout, cost estimating, construction planning, scheduling, material procurement, quality control, and job site safety.

• Provide and maintain horizontal and vertical survey control by use of a level, GPS, total station, etc., including organized documentation of survey notes.

• Perform quantity tracking (including calculations) and cost coding for purposes of productivity analysis and accurate job cost forecasting.

• Initiate progress and final payments with owners and subcontractors.

• Prepare daily reports as related to crews, progress and issues.

• Provide document control for correspondence, submittals, RFI’s, etc.

• Assist in the preparation of final records for the project, including as-builts.

• Work with foreman to ensure structures are built in conformance with the contract requirements.

• Coordinate and monitor the work of subcontractors.

• Represent HCL in a business-like and professional manner.

• Assist in carrying out a variety of basic field duties at the job site related to general construction.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Civil Engineering &/OR • Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar field • Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

• Must have the ability to perform and be proficient in geometrical and mathematical calculations.

• Must have knowledge and ability necessary to perform layout and surveying.

• Must have knowledge of basic computer systems and software.

• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License

COMPENSATION

• $52K – $65K

POSITION TYPE

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years earthworks/grading 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.

• Directly supervises grading crew.

• Reports on work to Superintendent.

• Experienced on all types of heavy equipment for dirt and site projects.

• Knowledgeable in the areas of dirt work, including excavation, grade work, surveying and final excavating work.

• Reads, understands, and interprets drawings and specifications.

• Monitors crews for organizational structure, sizing, crew mix ratios, and wage compliance in conjunction with Superintendent.

• Reports on time and materials.

• Monitors the implementation of safety orientations, safety

Kenneth Lulo is seeking a Laborer for the upkeep and maintenance of the grounds at his residence situated in Leeward Going Thru, Provo.

This position is held by a Work Permit Holder. Salary for this position is $240.00 per week.

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

Belongers only can send their clean police record and Resume to: Kenneth Lulo, C/oMisick & Stanbrook Leeward Hwy, Providenciales. Tel: 339-2010 Email: info@ misickstanbrook.tc 13874

ASPHALT HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS RESPONSIBILITIES

• • • • • • • •

•

RESPONSIBILITIES

AD FOR LABOURER

POSITION TYPE

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

GENERAL

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13976

COMPENSATION

•

Supervises field operations for an Earthwork/Roadway/ Grading project.

The Grading Foreman will directly supervise and coordinate activities of grading crew and may also engage in the trade work of the employees being supervised.

CONTACT: 941-4440

• Based on Experience

• Full-Time

Earthworks/ Grading Foreman

Glue tire patches over ruptures in tire casings, using rubber cement. Assist mechanics and perform various mechanical duties, such as changing oil or checking and replacing batteries. Rotate tires to different positions on vehicles, using hand tools. Salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 4 days per week

• • • • • • •

Control and guide machines to lay asphalt.

Fill tanks or hoppers with paving materials.

Spread stone, concrete, or asphalt on roadbeds.

Smooth out stone or concrete using special attachments.

Ensure all machines are well-oiled, serviced, and inspected.

Coordinate materials at job site.

Shovel and remove blacktop.

Operate tamping machines or manually roll surfaces to compact earth fills, foundation forms, and finished road materials, according to grade specifications.

Operate other machines such as loaders, dump trucks, and distributor trucks.

Push dump trucks to maintain flow of asphalt into hoppers.

Drive or attach machines onto tractor trailers.

Install dies or cutters to screeds.

Break up pavement with machines using hammers.

Light burners on machines and regulate screed temperatures.

Ensure uniform thickness of mat in accordance with job specs Operate other construction equipment Assist Foreman in various construction activities

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

CAR WASHERS

• To wash, scrub and polish the interiors and exteriors of car suv’s and buses to protect their appearance • Cash wash attendants may also perform the following task; vacuum, clean and maintain vehicles Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 244-6080

Email: mccw@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13981

JUSTO LANDSCAPING

#59 Bird Rock Street, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

GARDENER

Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, watering, weeding, trimming and plant waste removal. Salary: $250 per week

CONTACT: 243-3993

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

13450

Maxfred Williams

CARETAKER • Taking care of elderly parents • Little cleaning : sweeping , mopping , dusting • Salary based on experience CONTACT 231-0052, HALFWAY CLOSE, BLUE MOUNTAIN PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS AND PLEASE DROP OFF RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years asphalt crew experience • Must have own vehicle to travel to work

NEW TECH

#24 Liney Avenue, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

SKILLS

• • • • • •

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Able to recognize drainage issues Good physical strength Good physical stamina Good manual dexterity Great attention to detail Works well as part of a team

COMPENSATION

• $40K - $52K

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

13949

FIELD ENGINEER

LABOURER

indoctrinations, provides coaching for improvement.

MARC CORNER CAR WASH

13945

October 27 - November 2, 2018

MERLINE VARIETY STORE FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

• Clerical work, filing, answering telephone calls, directing calls to the proper departments • Payroll, running errands etc.

Salary: $8.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 333-5559

CONTACT: 341-5919

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13966

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

13982

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October 27 - November 2, 2018

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NAPA

IS CURRENTLY LOOKING TO EMPLOY A

AD FOR FLOOR MANAGER AND TWO LABORERS

Ananda Ltd. AV Butterfield Drive has an immediate opening for a Warehouse Manager and two (2) Laborers. The Laborer positions are currently held by work permit Employees.

Parts Counterman JOB DESCRIPTION PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

The primary functions of this position are to provide prompt and courteous service to all customers and potential customers of the store (including walk-in and telephone shoppers).

Direct contact with our customers will require neatness in personal appearance and the ability to establish and maintain good relations with customers by providing courteous, efficient, and professional service. This person must have a working knowledge of vehicle systems and components and must be able to look up the parts application of the product in the extensive NAPA parts catalogs or by using the computer catalog in an efficient and accurate manner.

SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES:

• Demonstrate knowledge of products and their applications (Give technical advice, troubleshoot, and help solve customers’ problems with their vehicles).

• Demonstrate ability to understand customers’ needs – have related sales knowledge.

• Maintain customer satisfaction • Handle difficult customers and problems in a complimentary manner.

• Effectively use the point-of-sale invoicing/cash drawer.

• Assist in displaying, pricing, and stocking of merchandise.

• Share responsibility for store maintenance and cleanliness.

• Complete all job prerequisite training and schedule appropriate time to complete on-thejob training courses.

JOB SUMMARY/FLOOR MANAGER:

• Manage the floor activities effectively in compliance with the company’s policy and vision • Overseeing receiving, warehousing, distribution and maintenance operations

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maximum 3 years Floor Manager Experience • A keen eye for Detail and Safety • Experience with computerized

Sales Manager JOB DESCRIPTION

The Sales Manager is primarily focused on demonstrating true leadership with vision, collaboration, trust, respect and effectiveness while increasing sales in a market leading NAPA-owned store.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As Sales Manager, you will be taking responsibility for sales, monthly sales targets, while mapping out initiatives and business plans for the store. Sales focus will be on three key areas of growth, Internally to companies within TCI Autogroup, Counter retail sales, Counter and external trade sales covering the Turks and islands.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assist the Store Manager in the operation to generate increased return on investment, improved market penetration and to provide excellent customer service.

• Provide positive leadership to all employees and encourage sales and profit growth through effective personnel and asset management.

• Train employees in effective sales techniques both face to face and over the telephone.

• Target your sales staff on both sales, margin and returns targets.

• In conjunction with the store manager create yearly budgets for approval by Senior Management • To assist in the Company’s human resources development through training and directing employees.

- Monthly contact and visit customers to foster improved communications and build upon relationships, especially with Focus Accounts - Fully implement and support NAPA programs and follow and enforce policies and procedures.

- Maintain ASE Parts Professional Certification or equivalent - Maintain inventory in conjunction with the inventory and operations staff - Promptly communicate with and respond to the Owner and Managing Director and keep them advised of operational activities. Recognize and respond to their areas of emphasis.

- All other duties and related duties as assigned and requested.

- Minimum 7 years Automotive parts experience.

Salary range between $50K and $60K

Please email all application to syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com.

Bayview Motors Ltd 649-946-4114. P.O Box 619 Leeward Highway, Providenciales

13997

JOB SUMMARY/LABORER

• Heavy lifting • Assist Customers in placing goods purchased onto delivery truck/van • Maintain safe and clean work environment • Placing goods purchased onto customers truck/van EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 2 years experience as a Laborer with the ability to communicate effectively.

SALARY: $8.00 per hr.

Please submit application no later than Monday September 24, 2018 to:

Ananda Ltd.,Leeward Hwy, Providenciales.

Tel: 941-8155 Email: marsha@misickstanbrook.tc

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:

• Visually capable of recognizing and distinguishing letters and numbers and remembering their sequencing.

• Able to speak clearly and listen attentively.

• Able to work on feet (stand and walk) for entire assigned work shift.

• Capable of lifting and moving parts and boxes of up to 60 pounds.

• Able to make up hydraulic hose assemblies • Able to move heavy pallets with moving aids including hand trucks, barrel dollies, hydraulic lifts, etc.

• Qualifications • Experience recommended but not required.

• Salary Starts at $7.50

Inventory Systems • Experience in using forklift & other store equipment SALARY: $36,000.00 per Annum

PIERRE’S BARBER SHOP & BEAUTY SALON #12 Spot Plaza, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

2 BARBERS

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-7559

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. One position is currently held by a work permit holder. One position is currently vacant.

13954

PAPASA (GROCERY STORE)

Blue Hills Is looking for a long experienced, motivated, organized and detail oriented

SHOP KEEPER

Applicants must be fluent in Spanish, Creole and English and must have great computer skills and be customer friendly, willing to work extended hours and holidays required. Be able to work unsupervised.

Work from Monday to Saturday included holidays Main Duties: Engage the customer’s interests to convince them the products.

Master the art of selling goods and services. Properly organize and keep inventory of merchandise on display and general stock. taking customers payment and helping them while conducting transactions. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

Please call on this number above or send your resume to Labour Department for info. Only Belongers need to apply.

13947

13980

P&D EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY Sam’s Building, Down Town Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following

Uprising #2/ Jim’s Bar

1 Bartender $7.00 per hour Mixing drinks, serving drinks stocking the bar Sun and Sea Maintenance/ Cleaning Services

2 Cleaners $6.25 per hour Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc.

Millennium Apartment $8.00 per hour

Maintain apartment units, touch up painting, fixing small problems etc.

Contact: 232-2001 Email: paulacumberbatch@gmail. com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are vacant

313936

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS PORTS OF CALL RESORT GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 946-8118

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13952

PROVOTECH C/O ERICA HANDFIELD FRANCOIS

Old Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

SCOTT’S CAR RENTAL & SALES #1228 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

CAR WASH ATTENDANT

To work all construction jobs for the above company Salary: $7.00 per hour

• To wash, scrub and polish the interiors and exteriors of car suv’s and buses to protect their appearance • Cash wash attendants may also perform the following task; vacuum, clean and maintain vehicles • Must be young, energetic and be able to multitask with a valid driver’s license Salary: $6.50/hour

CONTACT: 333-7578

CONTACT: 649-231-8438

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13947

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 13898

October 27 - November 2, 2018

In compliance with section 28 of the Immigration Ordinance:

AIR CONDITION TECHNICIAN

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • INSTALLATION OF MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC AND RHEEM SYSTEMS, INCLUDING ELCTRICAL AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS. • FAULT CODE RAPAIRS ON MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC AND RHEEM SYSTEMS, INCLUDING ELCTRICAL AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS. NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • MINIMUM OF 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN SIMILAR POSITION • ELECTRICAL, REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING TRADE CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

V&M SECURITY Wheeland Is seeking to employ a

SECURITY OFFICER Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

Obtains help by sounding alarms. Salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 331-0865

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13994

• MUST BE MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CERTIFIED • ABILITY TO SPEAK ENGLISH SALARY: NEGOTIABLE BETWEEN $25-$42K PER ANNUM BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

Employer: Ovando Construction Ltd. Address: South Dock Road, Providenciales, TCI Contact: (649) 231-1472

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT RESUME, CONTACT INFORMATION, COVER LETTER AS WELL AS THREE CHARACTER REFERENCES (ONE FROM A PREVIOUS EMPLOYER), COPIES OF CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES, POLICE RECORD AND A COPY OF PASSPORT PHOTO PAGE TO office@aircool.tc FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE

EMAIL office@aircool.tc POSITION CURRENTLY HELD

BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER, BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY. APPLICATION DEADLINE 01-Nov2018

SEEKING: LABOURER

14000

JOB SUMMARY: - ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS, INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS OF DUCTED AND NONDUCTED AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS.

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Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following BAY BISTRO & THE TERRACE RESTAURANT- GRACE BAY Dishwasher- Ensuring the availability pf clean dishes by bussing tables, washing dishes, pots, pans and flatware Labourer- Clean and polish our restaurant on a daily basis Salary: $6.25-$7.00 per hour

Contact: 946-5396

MARILYN OUTTEN STEPHENSBLUE HILLS Caregiver- cleaning, washing, cooking and taking care of children in the homes Salary: $6.25 per hour

Contact 243-4816

Email: tameralemount@hotmail. com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are currently held by work permit holders.

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Salary/Wages: $10.00 per HOUR Responsibilities/Duties: Assisting the carpenters, plumbers and masons with lifting, picking up and cleaning up of work areas This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

Belongers are invited to submit their application to the Labour Board, Ministry of Boarder Control. 14026

SUPERIOR PAINTING JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

CHARLIE VARIETY STORE Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

SALES SPECIALIST

Developing sales strategies, working to expand their customer base and maintaining business relationships with clients.

Explain the specifications and features of a product or service to existing or potential customers. Salary: $450 per week

CONTACT: 941-4202

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 14007

Painting residential homes, commercial businesses, office rooms etc. Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 247-0801

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13984

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF

CARE GIVER

Employer - Mary Gibson Description – Assisting with doctor’s appointments, giving medication, transportation and house and yard work.

Qualified belonger are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

CONTACT 246-7382

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STANLEY MARCUS LIGHTBOURNE

• Painting residential homes, commercial buildings and any other paint jobs given by employer • This position is a new work permit holder Security Officer • Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms.

• This position is currently held by a work permit holder Salary: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-2267

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 14011

‘DA LOOK BOUTIQUE’ Is seeking a

SALESPERSON

to work six days per week in Providenciales and on water cay selling souvenirs to tourists from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. Applicant must have own vehicle for early mornings trip to travel on tour boats. Salary for this position is $300.00 per week. Please contact 2449548. Presently this position is held by a work permit holder. Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islander should also send copies of their application to the immigration board.

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MILLS INSTITUTE

Juba Sound - Is seeking to employ

# 7 Stingray Street, Behind Glass Shack. Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

PAINTER

Cloverleaf Agency acting on behalf of their client is looking to fill the following position

TEACHER $1800 PER MONTH

Creates lessons plans for the entire class, creates tests, reinforces classrooms rules, prepares kids for standardized tests.

TEACHER’S AIDE $1000 PER MONTH

Assists the teachers, prepares work for students in the absence of the teacher

HANDY MAN $6.25 PER HOUR Maintains the up keep of the property

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 PER HOUR Cleans the class rooms and bathrooms

CONTACT: 946-5563

Email: millsinstitute@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board These positions are held by work permit holders

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

JOB DESCRIPTION

• To manage the day to day kitchen operations in conjunction with the Executive Chef.

• In conjunction with the Purchasing Department, to supervise all food ordering in line with Company Policy.

• To monitor the performance of the food outlets and to ensure that standards of food production, presentation and service are maintained.

• To co-ordinate the production of all products ensuring specifications, quality targets and delivery timetables are met.

• To meet the company’s food cost target as set out in its plan through implementing and maintaining prudent and established costs.

• In conjunction with management, to create menus for all outlets having regard to customer demand and company margins.

• In conjunction with management and the kitchen team to develop and achieve the departmental goals and strategies.

• To develop and enhance the culinary reputation of East Bay Resort through product improvement, effective PR and participation in local and international culinary competitions.

• In conjunction with Food and Beverage, to devise and organise food promotions as appropriate.

• To be fully conversant with current Health and Safety legislation affecting food preparation and service areas and to ensure that the laid down requirements are met.

Must be prepared to live full time in South Caicos, beginning salary commensurate with experience

Interested applicants may submit your resume with qualifications and experience to: info@saunders.tc and the Labour Department. Position is currently vacant.

CHEF DE PARTIE JOB SUMMARY

Will be third in command in our kitchen, following the Executive Chef and Sous Chef’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ his/her culinary skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the Resort’s guest’s satisfaction RESPONSIBILITIES • Prepare menus in collaboration with Executive Chef and Sous Chefs, • Ensure adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations • Prepare ingredients that should be frequently available (vegetables, spices etc.)

• Follow the guidance of the executive or sous chef and have input in new ways of presentation or dishes, • Put effort in optimizing the cooking process with attention to speed and quality • Enforce strict health and hygiene standards, • Help to maintain a climate of smooth and friendly cooperation; REQUIREMENTS • Proven experience in a Chef de Partie role, • Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes, • Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure, • Knowledge of best cooking practices

Please note that all applications must be submitted with a valid police record, and copies of all educational certifications. Applicants must be willing to relocate and live in South Caicos. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Interested Applicants should send their resumes to info@saunders.tc or 649-941-4533 Salary Commensurate with experience. The position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder 14002

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October 27 - November 2, 2018

Kohli eclipses all to hit 10,000 ODI runs INDIA captain Virat Kohli has become the fastest batsman ever to score 10,000 ODI runs.

Kohli reached the milestone in the second ODI against the West Indies at Visakhapatnam, with MS Dhoni alongside him at the crease, taking 89 balls to knock off the 81 runs he needed to hit 10,000.

It came in his 205th one-day international innings to be an incredible 54 innings faster to the mark than the previous record holder, Sachin Tendulkar.

It nearly didn’t happen, with Kohli dropped on 44 by Jason Holder in the deep, after he was deceived by a slower ball from West Indies debutant Obed McCoy. Kohli became the 13th batsman overall to reach 10,000 runs in the history of one-day cricket, but not only surpassed every other player in terms of innings needed to reach the milestone, but also in career time elapsed with tonight’s match 10 years and 67 days since his debut.

And, he has done it with a better strike-rate than the rest, with a career strike-rate above 92.

Kohli knocked India’s legend Tendulkar off the perch as the previous fastest to 10,000 ODI runs with the Little Master having

Lionel Messi landed heavily on his right arm after colliding with an opponent.

Messi to miss El Clasico after fracturing right arm Virat Kohli’s 10,000 runs came in his 205th one-day international innings, which is an incredible 54 innings faster to the mark than the previous record holder, Sachin Tendulkar.

achieved the mark in 259 knocks.

Tendulkar brought up his 10,000th ODI run during a masterful century against Australia at Indore in March 2001, his 28th ODI ton at the time.

Kohli already had 36 one-day centuries to his name, and seems destined to surpass Tendulkar’s all-time ODI run-scoring record of 18,426.

Kohli’s latest accolade underlines

why Australian cricket legend Steve Waugh recently named him as the world’s best batsman.

“He (Kohli) has got the game to survive anywhere, I think he’s got the best technique of anyone in world cricket,” Waugh told cricket. com.au recently.

“He and AB de Villiers have got the best techniques. And he likes the big occasion. (Cricket.com.au)

LIONEL Messi has fractured a bone in his right arm and will miss the El Clasico match against Real Madrid next week.

The Barcelona star landed awkwardly on his arm after colliding with Sevilla’s Franco Vazquez in the first half of his side’s 4-2 win Saturday.

The Argentine received lengthy treatment on the pitch, and still looked to be in considerable pain as he left the field.

The Spanish giants later revealed Messi had suffered a “fracture of the

radial bone in his right arm”.

The 31-year-old, considered one of the best footballers in history, is set to miss the club’s next six games, including his side’s Champions League fixture against Inter Milan Wednesday.

Messi had started the match against Sevilla in formidable fashion, setting up Barca’s opener before adding a sublime goal of his own.

It marked a return to form for the Spanish champion, which had been on a run of four La Liga games without a win. (CNN)

Brawlers McGregor and Nurmagomedov suspended indefinitely CONOR McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov’s suspensions have been extended indefinitely following the brawl that broke out after their UFC fight earlier this month.

The Nevada State Athletic Commission unanimously ruled on Wednesday to uphold the fighters’ suspensions until the end of its investigation into the ugly scenes that broke out following McGregor’s defeat by Nurmagomdov in Las Vegas.

The Commission also voted to withhold half of Nurmagomedov’s $2 million purse until a hearing in December.

“I have felt half was a good enough amount of money, to release a million dollars,” the NSAC chairman, Anthony Marnell, said during the meeting. “That should cover all expenses, give the fighter some money.

“At the same time, it’s still a very substantial amount of money to be withheld until we can get to the case in December and get all of the testimony or potentially we get a settlement agreement.

Svitolina guaranteed herself $650,000 (£506,000) with her progress from the group stage.

WTA Finals: Svitolina knocks Wozniacki out Khabib Nurmagomedov of Russia perform a rear-naked choke on Conor McGregor of Ireland in their UFC lightweight championship bout on October 6.

“Who knows how that will go over the next 60 days, but it’s enough money to keep this contestant’s interest in this hearing.”

It comes after Nurmagomedov,

who maintained his unbeaten 27-0 record with a comfortable victory over McGregor, scaled the octagon to launch an attack on the Irishman’s team after the fight on October 6.

DEFENDING champion Caroline Wozniacki was knocked out of the WTA Finals as Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina booked her place in the last four in Singapore.

World number three Wozniacki, 28, knew only a straight-set victory would see the Dane progress from the group stage.

After taking the first set, she was a break up in the second but Svitolina, 24, recovered to win 5-7 7-5 6-3.

She joins Karolina Pliskova, who defeated Czech compatriot Petra

Kvitova 6-3 6-4, in the semi-finals.

World number eight Pliskova, 26, claimed her first victory over Kvitova, 28, in four attempts.

Two-time Wimbledon champion Kvitova needed to win in straight sets to stand any chance of progressing.

The WTA Finals feature the world’s top eight players - although injured world number one Simona Halep was replaced by Kiki Bertens - and two players progress from two groups of four to reach the semifinals.

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Bravo retires from international cricket Robin van Persie won the Uefa Cup in his first spell at Feyenoord and the KNVB Cup on his return.

Robin van Persie to retire at end of season FORMER Arsenal, Manchester United and Netherlands forward Robin van Persie says he will retire from football at the end of the season.

The 35-year-old - who returned to Feyenoord, where he made his debut aged 17, in January - has scored 50 goals in 102 appearances for his country.

During his time in England, Van Persie won the FA Cup with Arsenal and a Premier League title at United.

“When I have to stop? That is probably at the end of this season,” he said.

“I will be 36 years old and will have been a professional for 18 years. From the age of five, I’ve only been involved in football.”

Van Persie, who had a spell in Turkey with Fenerbahce between leaving Manchester United and rejoining Feyenoord, told Dutch publication AD he had “lost the fun”

before returning to his homeland.

“I also do not believe that my return to Feyenoord has only been successful if we win the title,” he added.

“How is it successful? This is actually it, if you look at the whole picture. I had lost the fun. That’s not how I wanted to end, without pleasure. The fun has returned at Feyenoord.

“I want to win as a football player and the cup win was nice, but that is not the measurement between whether it is successful or not.

“I wanted to give something back, share my experiences. I am trying to help my fellow players.

“I see it as broader than just winning a title or not. That is the goal, that is what the club also say, but whether or not we win a title is not decisive for me on whether my return is successful or not.” (BBC)

WEST Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo announced his retirement from international cricket on Wednesday (October 24). The 35-year-old, who last represented the regional side in September 2016, played a grand total of 270 internationals (40 Tests, 164 ODIs, 66 T20Is) between 2004 and 2016 and played a starring role in each of their two World T20 triumphs in 2012 and 2016.

“Today I want to confirm to the cricket world that I have officially retired from international cricket in all formats of the game. After 14 years when I made my debut for the West Indies, I still remember that moment I received the maroon cap before walking onto the Lord’s Cricket Ground against England in July 2004. The enthusiasm and passion I felt then, I have kept with me throughout my career,” Bravo said in his retirement note.

“However, I must accept that for me to preserve my longevity as a professional cricketer, I must do as others before have done, leave the international arena for the next generation of players.”

Bravo made his maiden appearance for West Indies in April, 2004 in the Georgetown ODI against England, claiming the wickets of Marcus Trescothick and Andrew Strauss. Three months later, he was handed a Test debut at Lord’s in West Indies’ tour of England.

He played 40 Test matches for the Windies scoring three Test tons and taking 86 wickets at 39.83. But it became quickly apparent that he was best suited to the abridged formats

Dwayne Bravo last played for the Windies in September 2016.

of the game, where his lower-order hitting, athletic fielding and expert death-bowling abilities made him an indispensable member of the team.

In 164 One Day Internationals, Bravo scored 2,968 runs at an average of 25.36. He also picked up 199 wickets with a career-best of 6 for 43. In T20 cricket, which he is most known for, he cracked 1142 runs at a strike-rate of 116.41 and took 52 wickets at an economy of 8.46.

In the second decade of the century, Bravo slowly began ostracizing himself from international duty as T20 leagues began to mushroom around the world. He and fellow T20 globetrotter Kieron Pollard declined a WICB contract in 2010 that required him to be available for all international commitments. He played the last of his 40 Tests in December of that year, eventually calling curtains on his redball career in 2015.

He continued to feature for

Windies in the maroons, and took over captaincy duties of the ODI side from Darren Sammy in 2013.

He played a central role in Windies abruptly pulling off their India tour in 2014 following a payment structure dispute between WICB and the West Indies Players Association (WIPA).

The ODI in Dharamsala on that tour was his last in Windies colours.

Bravo moulded himself into a preeminent T20 death bowler and his exploits for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL and other franchises enabled him to make intermittent appearances for Windies in the T20 format. He helped Sammy’s side capture a second World title in the format in April 2016 and played a handful of international games subsequently before a hamstring injury at the Big Bash League and differences with the Windies cricket board forced him to redirect all his energies to the T20 market. (Cricbuzz)

Real Madrid tops Champions League earnings with $101 million IT PAYS to win the Champions League -- just ask Real Madrid.

The Spanish club was paid $101 million by UEFA for last year’s campaign, which saw Zinedine Zidane’s side defeat Liverpool 3-1 in Kiev to win a third-straight European title.

Despite being knocked out in the semifinals, AS Roma came out of last year’s competition as the second highest earner with $96 million, ahead of Liverpool with $93 million.

In total, $1.6 billion was distributed between the clubs that participated in the Champions League group stages and the 10 teams eliminated in the group stage playoffs.

Spanish giant Barcelona, knocked out of last season’s Champions League by Roma in the quarterfinals, was the competition’s 10th highest earner.

Payments were based on each team’s performance within the competition, as well as in line with the proportional value of the TV market in each country.

In the UEFA Europa League -- Europe’s second-tier club competition -- $488 million was shared between participating clubs, with Arsenal, despite exiting at the semifinal stage, topping the earnings list with close to $38 million.

Defeated finalist Marseille took considerably less with $26 million.

The Spanish club was paid $101 million by UEFA for last year’s campaign, which saw Zinedine Zidane’s side defeat Liverpool 3-1 in Kiev to win a third-straight European title.

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Gardiner says TCICF will take cycling to outer islands in 2019 THE Turks and Caicos Cycling Federation will look to expand their reach next year. President of the local body Shanwell Gardiner recently said that the TCICF wants to help grow the sport on other islands.

The federation had a rather successful year with several big events, including the recent Tour of the Turks and Caicos, which will also be enhanced in 2019.

“We will be taking cycling to the outer islands of the TCI. Grand Turk and South Caicos will both see races for the 2019 season and will also be added to the tour of TCI championship.”

Along with the races, the federation is also looking to carry cycling experts to the islands. Gardiner said that the aim is to get at least two trained coaches from the outer islands to ensure growth of the sport.

Meanwhile, the Caribbean Cycling Confederation (CCC) president and UCI certified coach, Trevor Bailey, will be visiting the islands later this year to conduct a training workshop for local cyclists.

The TCICF joined the CCC two years ago (October 2016), and now it is trying to join

the UCI (The Union Cycliste Internationale), which is the world governing body of cycling.

In general, the federation will also look to expand the children’s programme and the introduction to cycling programme in the schools.

Gardiner is not the only cycling administrator who feels that 2018 was a good year for the sport. VP of the federation, Sean Rodgers, stated that this year has been a “great success”.

As the sport grows, the federation continues to garner the support of corporate entities in the TCI. At its final race, the Tour of the TCI earlier this month, the federation got quality support from the TCIG’s Sports Department, NW Hamilton Insurance, Caribbean Cruising, Bordier Bank, IGA, Connolly KIA Motors, Core Resources, Building Materials Do It Center, Misick and Stanbrook Law Firm, Le Vele Resort , Parrot Cay Resort and The Ocean Club Resort.

The federation was also humbled by the support of the general public, the volunteers and the Royal Turks and Caicos Island Police Force.

The TCICF will look to take the sport to a new level in 2019.

Department of Sports aims to keep children active with after school sports In an effort to get our children more active, the Department of Sports recently launched After School Sports Programmes at its sports facilities around the country.

The department pointed towards the benefits of sports; which includes the improvement of fitness and overall health, stress release, management of pressure, self-esteem booster, healthy competitions, sportsmanship and teamwork.

In a recent press release, Minister for Health, Agriculture, Sport and Human Services, Hon. Edwin Astwood called on all parents to get their children involved in sports activities.

“When it comes to healthy lifestyles for children and young

people, I am a strong believer in the saying that, “a little play goes a long way.” Therefore, I want to encourage parents throughout the TCI to get their young children involved in sporting activities and encourage the older children to do the same.”

According to the minister, taking part in sports helps everyone to improve skills and maintain physical ability.

“Sporting activities are important for everyone as it keeps the body healthy and fit, but it is especially important for kids and youths as it also improves their social well-being. There is a sport for just about all body types and fitness levels and different sports involve the use of different

Tennis will be taught in the After School Sports Programme in Grand Turk until November 9.

physical abilities. Some sports are geared towards speed, power and endurance while others are more about hand/eye coordination and concentration. Hence, there is a sport for everyone to participate and excel in. With this said, let us get all our children involved

in sports, and let them reap the potential benefits of increased physical ability, increased mental power, and increased self-esteem.”

The programmes are being held from Mondays to Thursdays from 15:30h to 17:00h at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex and

Downtown Ball Park; the South Caicos Sports Facility and the NJS Francis Park in Grand Turk.

For further information, contact the Department of Sports at 649– 338–7704 or visit sport offices on the respective Islands to speak with a sports officer.

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The GUF Warriors defeated Jericho 3-0 in the final.

GUF Warriors whip Jericho to retain Church Co-Ed Softball League title THE Global United Fellowship (GUF) Warriors whipped the Jericho Baptist Church in the best-in-five final of the Church Co-Ed Softball League to retain

their title.

GUF were unstoppable in the final after winning three consecutive games over the last week at the Downtown Ball Park.

Jericho had no answers for the defending champions and although they tried to stay alive in the third game on Monday evening, they succumbed 21-7.

Some of the TCI Aquatics Club swimmers with officials at the airport on Thursday.

TCI Aquatics Club wing out for Bahamas competition NINE swimmers are set to represent the TCI Aquatics Club this Friday and Saturday at the Mako Aquatics Club Invitational in the Bahamas.

The swimmers and officials left

Providenciales on Thursday for the two-day meet.

Coach/founder of the club, Lenin Hamilton told the Weekly News that the team has been preparing with “land training, the

ocean and a bunch of drills and techniques.”

Nine-year-old Lenin Hamilton Jr. and 10-year-old Tajhari Williams are set to lead the charge for the Provo club.

Helcy-Ann Brianna Sauver is counting down the days to return to the track.

Sauver could miss most of indoor season after ankle surgery NATIONAL sprinter Helcy-Ann Brianna Sauver will be off the track for most of her indoor season, which starts in December, as she recovers from an ankle surgery.

The Benedict College student, who won several medals last season and helped her school to a new record in the 4X200M relay, has approximately nine more weeks of rest before she can return to her sport. Last week she was forced to undergo a surgery for her ankle after battling an injury for years.

“I had an ankle injury I’ve been battling with for years, but I just was too scared to get an X-ray on it because I didn’t want to be in this same position that I’m in now.

But the tendon was damaged and it would move in opposite direction of my bone.”

Sauver told the Weekly News that her ankle was swollen and inflamed prior to the surgery.

ORIGIN The 20-year-old said that she suffered

the injury a few years ago in the TCI after she was push off a wall.

“I got pushed over a wall a few years back…. I was sitting up and landed on my stomach, my whole foot went through a garbage can and broke it.” The youngster said that it swelled afterwards.

“The doctors I went to said there was nothing wrong, but it would always swell after I walk for too long or stand for too long. The second doctor said nerve damage.”

It was not until a month ago that the US based athlete mustered courage and took another x-ray, which revealed a dislocation. Last Tuesday she underwent surgery and it was a success.

“I’m trying to be strong, but this whole process had me depressed for a while, ever since I had to walk with an ankle brace for a month and coach wouldn’t let me run only do rehab work.”

The second-year student is hoping that she can return to the track in time for the outdoor season next March.

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