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THE STRAND BREAKS GROUND TURKS AND CAICOS

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– DEVELOPER PROMISES ‘ULTRA LUXURIOUS’ RESORT, ‘CAREERS’ FOR EMPLOYEES

“The Strand is being developed to compete with the finest ultra luxury residential resorts in North America”, Managing Director and Developer John Fair said.

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TCHTA LAUDS PROVO AIRPORT MANAGEMENT’S SWIFT ACTION TO EASE CONGESTION

ROBINSON SLAMS PDM FOR USING 2017 STORMS TO “COP-OUT” ON RESPONSIBILITIES PAGE  7

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TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS NAMED THE THIRD-BEST DESTINATION FOR FAMILY VACATIONS PAGE  11

As volunteers, students and teachers of the Clement Howell High School helped guests at the airport.

COMMUNITY POLICING EFFORTS RAMPED UP

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TCHTA CEO, Stacy Cox (middle) and volunteers (TCHTA photo)

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Some 13,000 inbound and outgoing passengers moved through the PLS Airport over the past weekend (TCHTA photo)

TCHTA lauds Provo Airport management’s swift action to ease congestion AS thousands of travelers descended on the Providenciales International Airport causing a flurry of activity over the weekend, the strategy deployed by the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) to ease congestion at the terminals has come in for high praise.

The Turks and Caicos Hotel & Tourism Association (TCHTA) lauded the Management of the TCIAA for swiftly implementing measures to seamlessly manage some 13,000 inbound and outgoing passengers moving through the country’s primary port of entry.

“This past weekend, travelers were greeted by TCIAA employees, TCHTA volunteers, high school students, and airline managers who courteously marshaled them to their respective areas, while the Road Traffic team ensured a swift pick-up/drop-off process

at the airport’s throughway”, the TCHTA said in a statement issued on Monday March 28.

On March 23rd, the TCIAA announced plans to mitigate congestion at the airport which included logistical remedies such as the deployment of additional security for speedier check-ins, increased manpower for passenger and guest services, and extra supervisory and management personnel to facilitate guest inquiries and processing.

TCHTA CEO, Stacy Cox who observed the operation firsthand said:“Those moving through the airport this past weekend received this welcome relief and more, as the TCIAA team along with additional volunteer groups expertly guided guests through what could easily have been deemed an overwhelming experience.

She added:“While the airport

was quite busy, travelers did not have any opportunities to experience discomfort as there were team members from various agencies directing them, speaking with them, offering them water and assistance, while they were serenaded by one of our local musicians who provided live entertainment - a welcomed distraction from the queues which gave both arriving and departing guests a taste of TCI culture at the airport. Job well done by the TCIAA and all involved.”

The TCHTA head stressed that the destination’s success brings to the fore the current limitations of the airport in handling the demand and capacity it is faced with on a weekly basis.

“As the Government works diligently to move forward with a new airport for Providenciales, we are encouraged by the proactive efforts by all stakeholders to manage the demand and reduce airport congestion, providing a level of comfort to passengers in the short term.”

The TCHTA also extended congratulations to the Deputy Governor, Hon Arlington Musgrove, the Ministry of Tourism, Tourist Board, Customs and Immigration teams, air traffic controllers, students and teachers of the Clement Howell High School, the Road Traffic Department, transportation operators, and all other stakeholders who took part in producing a well-orchestrated arrival and departure experience for guests.

A team from the Canadian High Commission during a tour of the TCI hospital with the CEO and Chief of Medical Medicals services of the facility this past week.

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Canadian High Commissioner holds discussions with TCI Hospital Discussions on accessibility to healthcare for Canadian visitors and better opportunities for training and education at the TCI hospital was top of the agenda during a recent high-level visit from the Canadian High Commission.

On Wednesday, March 30, InterHealth Canada Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital welcomed Canada’s High Commissioner H.E. Emina Tudakovic and Senior Trade Commissioner Ms Sophie Goulet to the Cheshire Hall Medical Facility.

The meeting with the senior management team members was an opportunity to discuss the accessibility to health care in the Turks and Caicos Islands for both Canadian visitors and residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands and foster opportunities for training and education initiatives, a statement from the hospital reads.

The visit concluded with a TCI Hospital site tour led by CEO Dr. Denise Braithwaite- Tennant and Chief of Medical Service, Dr

Dawn Perry-Ewing.

Also attending the meeting were General Manager Martin Dawtry, Chief of Clinical Services Mikette Been and Public Relations and Marketing Manager of the TCI Hospital Takara Bain.

Both Commissioner H.E. Emina Tudakovic and Senior Trade Commissioner Ms Sophie Goulet are responsible for Canadians living in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Bahamas, Jamaica, and the Cayman Islands.

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Artist rendering of The Strand

The Strand breaks ground – Developer promises ‘ultra luxurious’ resort, ‘careers’ for employees Construction has begun on The Strand - a new residential resort community of luxury oceanfront residences and marinas.

Last Friday, March 25, government officials and industry stakeholders gathered at the Cooper Jack Bay construction site to take part in the celebrations, while sharing their vision of how the development will further enhance the landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ luxury offerings.

John Fair, Managing Director, Developer and Project Manager of The Strand is a longtime developer in the TCI, having first opened The Villas at Gracebay Club 19 years ago.

“Today we celebrate the beginning of The Strand where we endeavour to create another iconic resort that will be beautiful the day it’s completed and even more beautiful 50 years from now.

“For me, this is my legacy project and The Strand is being developed to compete with the finest ultra luxury residential resorts in North America,” Fair told the gathering.

The developer said it is all about a celebration of TCI and everyone living their best lives.

“It is about being grounded in

community and being focused on sustainability,” he added.

He promises to outsource as many services as possible so as to support local businesses, and exciting career opportunities for locals.

“The jobs at The Strand will be careers not jobs: training, scholarships for employees' children, internships for Turks Islanders college students.

“These are vitally important things to creating a service quality and a culture that truly stands the test of time.”

SOLAR ENERGY According to Fair, they are also dedicated to delivering one of the most robust solar energy platforms in the Caribbean.

He said homes and villas at The Strand will drive 50% to 80% of their total energy needs from the sun.

Bringing brief remarks at the event was acting Governor, HE Anya Williams.

Pointing to the relative newest of the TCI luxury tourism industry, Williams said even with just 40 years of growth in the industry, there has been a complete transformation where the TCI has gone from being one of the undiscovered jewels of

Newest villa resort community in Provo recently broke ground the Caribbean to being one of the most talked about.

She noted: “We have a unique situation here in Turks and Caicos at the moment where there is very very high demand and low inventory; we see these islands continuing to grow and to develop over the course of the next few years, but what we are trying to do is build for a sustainable future.

“So we are pleased with the development that is coming forward on this property because it is inline with our national physical development plan goal.

“We as a country and as a government want to continue to partner with investors to ensure this long term growth and sustainability

for the TCI.” During his remarks, Premier, Hon Charles Washington Misick said there is some 1.2 billion in private sector dollars in the pipeline waiting to come on stream, and it is his government’s intention to ensure these developments meet his government’s sustainability standards.

He commended The Strand for their efforts to meet these sustainability goals, saying: “I want to thank Mr Fair for his focus on sustainability… and also on making sure that the human development index somehow matches with the GDP.” Marcela de la Mar, Vice President and Marketing Director

shared some of the features of their project which is scheduled for a soft opening in 2023.

The Strand Turks and Caicos is a new residential resort community of luxury oceanfront residences and marina.

With a dramatic 2,230 linear feet of pristine ocean frontage overlooking the sapphire blue waters of Cooper Jack Bay, on a protected crystal clear bay with breathtaking views over the Caicos Banks, The Strand is a hidden retreat complete with private residences, villas, and custom homesites, a swimmable shoreline, destination dining, and crafted experiences specifically for reconnection.

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

$30M FOR PENSIONS AND GRATUITY PLAN The TCI government has committed $30 million to reinstate the pensions and gratuity plan for civil servants. This comes as the House of Assembly on Thursday, March 17, unanimously passed the Public Sector Employee Fund Bill 2022 and Pension (Amendment) Bill 2022. As such, in the new fiscal year commencing April 1, 2022, the government will allocate the whopping sum for the delivery of terminal benefits for current public sector employees, as part of the pension plan. What are your thoughts?

Reward and revamp

That is fine.

Also, some of them need to be retired anyway. However, they have given their service, award them their reward. And after this, weed out those who are not performing.

We got two in immigration who need to be gone. Waste of the taxpayers' money. They just there collecting and not performing as they should or could.

Praiseworthy

Thirty million for pensions and gratuities is praiseworthy and a long-time coming.

Noted is the bipartisan and unanimous vote on the Public Sector Employee Fund Bill 2022 and Pension (Amendment) Bill 2022.

Each side of the House is to be praised and congratulated.

It is timely, as the workers in the Public sector need immediate relief. After working for 25 or 30 years one should retire with a little bit more than usual.

Further consideration needs to be given to raising the salaries of public service employees to a minimum of $3000 per month. After five years they should be increased to $4500 monthly.

It is one of those rare moments, the passage of these bills, where Government and opposition join forces to vote on the same issue, stripping it of politics and the usual attacks. In this one where the parties unite, the people and the civil service win.

In these crisis times where TC Islanders feel shafted in their own country votes and decisions of this nature come as a welcomed relief.

A word to the wise, people like it when Government and Opposition work together on issues of this nature.

Real reform needed

With initiatives to reinstate what was taken by the former administrations, it is time to debate the issue, vote on it and move on. It is also a further opportunity for the parties to work together on real reforms.

There should be efficiency training in the service so that they begin to function like a high-level private sector firm. On too many occasions you would call the Government Office, write a letter, apply for something and get little or no response. In some areas, there needs to be increased staffing with skilled personnel.

Efficiency training and increased productivity would give rise to further support for increasing salaries and increasing pension rates. So the passage of the Pension Reinstatement Bill and the Employee Fund will now open a debate and dialogue on how to do things better in the TCI. Reforms at these levels need not wait on constitutional changes.

The Ministers, Governor, Deputy Governor and the Public Service Commission (the PSC) should liaise on deeper levels to bring real changes, not speeches but quality improvements to salaries and efficiencies.

The word has gone out to the Caribbean that TCI is the place where one can get a Job, a Permanent Residency Certificate, and a UK passport and stay forever if they want.

So with the reforms room must be created for Turks and Caicos Islanders to benefit from the changes. The Public

Service Commission is at fault for bringing staff from all over the world, keeping TC Islanders down and refusing to train civil servants. Are they leaders or bureaucrats?

Part of the reforms should include quotas on how many TC Islanders must, as a matter of law, be hired and staff certain departments of Government.

The Crown Land Unit, Land Survey Department, Financial Services Commission, the PSC are all staffed by migrant labour. It is like there is an open and revolving door into the TCI and its people are strangers in their own land.

So with the debate emerging, the socalled reforms- Ministers and the Leader of the Opposition must look deeper into these issues. Bipartisan approaches and cooperation are both needed.

in fighting progress. It is a sign of the opposition leader's maturity and readiness to join in and support an important reform of this nature and seriousness.

Bipartisan approaches to changes in law and reforms are always good. With these new spirits of cooperation and the Premier’s cooperative style, an opportunity emerges for deeper training.

There should be training in government procedures, the various ordinances that impact certain Government departments and training in professionalism.

The fund as enacted should provide for savings accounts so that when civil servants retire or change jobs they would have something to take with them.

A catalyst for change

A pretty cheap way to encourage early retirement?

Time has come for true reform, not to mass fire people, in the civil service. With the reinstatement of pension entitlements and funds, a new culture of efficiency should emerge. Should one apply for something in Government, write a letter to a ministry or permanent secretary, responses should be given in seven days.

If no response, then an inquiry should set in as to why there is no response. Where civil servants are given training and are professional in their dealings, they would be attractive to private sector companies and perhaps give more courage to starting their own businesses.

A little kick can go a long way. With new cultures of helpfulness, promptitude, doing the right thing, the public would support increasing salaries and benefits for the civil service. So these bills as passed should be steps in the right direction. The government, the Premier and the Leader of the Opposition must be thanked.

Political progression

Congratulations to the Leader of the Opposition and His team for having the presence of mind and leadership in voting for these Bills.

The Same for the Premier. No use

Promoting retirement Long Overdue

This is wonderful news. Now only if we can get more efficiency with government process. Empower the civil servants to utilise technology. Make available applying for driver’s license, business license, title search, work permits, migrant health, birth certificate, planning approval, nib and NHIP cards and payment for these services totally electronic and online.

Uninterested

Can’t vote, after 35 yrs here, so not really interested. Regardless of their level of service- good bad indifferent, they still gotta live after they retire or are made redundant.

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Robinson slams PDM for using 2017 storms to “cop-out” on responsibilities – Says they sat on $200m, but did not reinstate public servants’ gratuity and pensions Minister of Health and Human Services Hon Jamell Robinson said the former Government used the 2017 hurricanes to “cop-out” for not reinstating gratuity and pensions for public servants.

“Some might say that the reinstatement of pensions and gratuities could not happen right away because of the Hurricanes of Irma and Maria in 2017 which devastated the entire Turks and Caicos Islands.

“I say that is a cop-out because somehow the then government ended the fiscal year 2017-2018 with a budget surplus of over 20 Million dollars despite all that devastation and heartache felt by our people”, he passionately stated during his two-minute speech in the House of Assembly on Thursday March 25.

He reminded the House that back in 2018, another committee was set up to review pensions and gratuities.

“The basis of that work is what was used to pass the various pieces of legislation.

“From that point to now Mr Speaker, the time lines start to get fuzzy and I intend to clear it up.

“I now read an excerpt from a Post Cabinet Meeting Statement of a meeting of Cabinet held Wednesday 11th of March, 2020… at this meeting, Cabinet had a presentation on options for the Implementation of a TCI Public Service Pension and/or a Terminal Benefit Plan (gratuity) and agreed next steps.”

He stressed that the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) Government sat on over $200m dollars in surplus.

Robinson opined that all the then government had to do was make the choice and make the commitment to all civil servants under their charge.

“From that point on, the Pandemic ramped up and as they say, the rest is history.”

He reminisced on early 2016, “when the then Premier announced at the Civil Servants Banquet the policy initiative would restore Gratuities and Pensions for All Civil Servants.

Unfortunately Mr. Speaker, that good good PNP Government lost the election and could not follow through on that promise. “ However, that good government left a plan in place and $65.4m in surplus, all the then incoming government needed to do was press play.”

Minister of Health and Human Services Hon Jamell Robinson SUCCESS HAS MANY FATHERS Turning his attention to recently passed Public Sector Employee Fund Bill 2022 and Pension (Amendment) Bill 2022 which will see the Government committing a whopping $30m to reinstate the pensions and gratuity plan, Robinson lauded the efforts of many who were involved in bringing the plan to fruition.

He said:“Success has many fathers, but failure is an orphan”.

“With the recent passage of the Public Sector Employees Pension Fund Bill 2022 and the Pensions (Amendments) Bill 2022, many folks have come out of the woodworks to align themselves with this great success for present and future public servants, as well as those who choose to participate within the private sector or via personal engagement.

“In my view this success has only three fathers, mind you, it has many uncles and aunts, like those of us here today in this chamber who guided the final passage through cabinet and the House of Assembly.”

The Human Services Minister praised those that have contributed to the process, including the Deputy Governor, the current Civil Service Association President and his executives, as well as past CSA Executives that kept pushing for the plans reintroduction even as governments changed.

He said:“The fathers of which I speak are the Hon Dr Rufus Ewing, Former Premier and Past CSA President, Our Current Premier and Former Minister of Finance,

Hon Charles W. Misick, and our current Minister of Finance, Hon E. Jay Saunders.

“The fact is that for anything

major to happen in Governing, you must have leadership but also you must have money. “ Every goal set out by any government is worthy of funding to improve the lives of our people.

“However, it was the choice of this good good government, not only to choose this path but to do it in just over a year of being in office.”

Robinson stressed that the road to reinstating the plan for civil servants was a long one filled with many challenges.

“Back in the dark days of the Interim Administration (IA), the IA looked at all kinds of measures to cut costs and raise funds including cutting civil servants salaries by 10% and going as far as selling our shares in Provo Water Company.

“They eventually were given legal advice indicating that preApril 6th 1992 civil servants had no right to commute a part of their pension as a gratuity and those post April 6th 1992 had no right to a gratuity specifically in light of the passage of the NIB Ordinance

though that was the practice for the almost two decades at that point.”

In short, the Public Sector Employee Fund Bill provides for the establishment of a defined contribution Pension Plan for Public Sector Employees whereby six per cent of employees’ salaries will be paid into a pension plan for their benefit upon departure from the public sector through all circumstances including resignation, dismissal, redundancy, disability and also retirement, according to a statement issued by the Office of the Premier.

The Pension (Amendment) Bill also reinstates the option for civil servants – employed prior to April 6, 1992 – to elect to receive gratuity payments and a reduced pension upon retirement.

Amendments also secured the right to a pension for all employees who complete a minimum of 30 years of service in the public sector, eradicating the requirement to retire at the age of 60 in order to secure their pension.

Under the tree By Benneth Williams

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Speak life into your situations and rise up The power of life and death is in the tongue

Many of you are confronted with so many ‘dead’ issues in your life. Your relationships with your spouses and children may be ‘dead’ or weak.

The doctor may have informed you that your health is in a declining state. You may feel so hopeless and rejected. You are so unhappy and when you think you are doing something to make yourself happy, you find out that the happiness is short-lived.

Everything in your life seems to be upside down. You are running from relationship to relationship hoping the next one will be better.

You do not have any money and you don’t know what to do. You are working so hard, and you feel like you are being overlooked at your workplace. Your mind is all over the place. In fact, you feel

BY DREXWELL SEYMOUR

Drexwell Seymour is a certified public accountant and is the managing partner for HLB TCI. His favourite hobby, however, is writing. He has a personal website, www.drexwellseymour. com, where all of his writings are posted. He also has a YouTube channel where you can find inspirational videos. Drexwell has a BA in Accounting and an MBA in Finance.

like you are not normal.

If you are facing these situations, you do not need to remain in that state. Remember all things are possible and that God does not want to withhold good things from you. Believe it or not, the simple solution is to speak life into your situations.

Your relationship is dead

because you believe it is dead.

Your health is declining because you believe in the symptoms you are experiencing.

The power of life and death is in the tongue. If you believe this, then you need to start speaking life into your situations. Your ‘dead’ situation remains ‘dead’ because you speaking death into

your situation.

Whatever your situation is and no matter how impossible it looks, speak life into it. Tell yourself it will work and believe it will work.

The more you speak life, the more it will become into being. If you remain quiet and don’t speak life into your situation, then more than likely a change will not take place and your condition may deteriorate.

After you speak life into your situation, rise up and take your position. Don’t look back. The only time you should look back is when you reflect on how God took you out of that situation. The thing is, as long as you are on this earth, you will be faced with some unforeseen circumstances. Always remember you were in situations before, and you got out of them–

so you can get out of them again.

Rise up and look forward to a better future. Remember no good thing will God withhold from those who walk uprightly.

Dead issues are not good things.

Sickness is not a good thing.

Being hopeless is not a good thing. Feeling unhappy is not a good thing. Feeling abnormal is not a good thing.

I know it is easier said than done but you really need to start speaking life into your situations.

It may not manifest immediately but over time, your ‘dead’ situation can become alive. Too many people are manifesting negativity over these situations and don’t even realise what they are doing. It is time to use your mouth and speak life. It is that simple so try it.

Reckless driving in Providenciales is transitioning into a silent epidemic Undoubtedly, cars — and all types of automobiles, for that matter – coupled with the act of driving, are integrally linked to our sense of self: our belief, worth, aspirations, and our perceptions of interconnectedness.

In this diverse society, vehicles and driving are the gauges of success, executing their rights for self-reliance, self-fulfillment, individualism, and the possibility of affluence. Yet, what good are these if drivers fail to tackle critical details, such as deportment, focus and even common sense, eventuating in careless or reckless manoeuvring.

Although varied across jurisdictions, the international consensus for reckless driving purports, a conscious breaking of road regulations, knowing that accidents can occur.

More so, driving recklessly has become a road plague in Providenciales. Operators are manoeuvring at lightning speeds.

Drivers passing other vehicles on the left curbs of roads. Others precariously overtaking multiple vehicles simultaneously, around

BY D MARKIE SPRING D Markie Spring, a TCI resident of 15 years, is an expert in law enforcement. He worked as a detective in the Royal TCI Police Force and was director of security at Beaches Turks and Caicos.

corners, while forcing incoming drivers to stop abruptly or risk head on collisions.

Distracted driving is causing motorists to drive dangerously unto curbs and at times, swerving into the incoming lane. Drivers who are avoiding potholes sometimes also break road laws.

Still, roundabouts posit an enormous challenge, especially for temporary drivers who are not familiar with driving on the opposite side of road. They stop in the middle of the island and unsure how to proceed. Yet, those who are accustomed fail to indicate the direction in which they intend to travel. They change lanes inside roundabouts when proceeding straight ahead, while other drivers

accelerate, when approaching roundabouts to out—maneuver the drivers with the right-of-way.

The corollary is, this plethora of behaviours accelerate a myriad of close calls and sadly, there are isolated instances where these circumstances have turned deadly.

Global trends indicate that hefty fines and high insurance premiums have proven ineffective. This begs the urgent need for driver education and monitoring, with specific messaging – addressing the use of traffic signs, compliance, and the detriments to society – utilising mass media ads and highway billboards to make awareness.

Besides, lawmakers must provide infrastructure for sustainable functionality and

repaint the double traffic lines to remind drivers of restricted overtaking zones.

A point demerit system to reprimand and suspend drivers is consistent with reckless driving and could deter drivers from recommitting themselves. Too, culprits should be re-examined before re-issuing licences.

For temporary drivers, the authorities should institute a crash course to acquaint them to driving conditions in Providenciales and for inexperienced drivers, a licensed tutor must instruct them throughput the driving process.

Still, all drivers are obliged to slow down, acknowledge all traffic regulations, and obey them, and drive in a manner that is safe for the

public. Ideally, drivers must stop at stop signs and yield to traffic on the right when warranted.

Operators must resist distractions, use indicators, and change lanes once they have cleared the roundabout. There should be no tailgating and staying a safe distance away from aggressive drivers is ideal, and refrain from overtaking at junctions and in corners is a criterion.

It is one thing to get to a destination fast. It is another thing getting there quickly to the detriments of other commuters.

Safe driving is not speeding, it is respecting other road users, while adhering to all the traffic rules.

Stop! Rethink your actions, then proceed.

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As we navigate through the trials of our lives I’ve been thinking about trials a lot lately. Not the SIPT trial – although the fact that it continues does lend a certain amount of credence to the idea that some trials last forever. Not trials that we bring on ourselves – like overeating and lack of exercise leading to the ongoing battle with the bulge. And not the minor trials that get on our nerves – like standing in line to license our car, or at the bank, or the Treasury to pick up the latest stimulus cheque.

No, I have been thinking more and more about trials on a bigger scale – those that can overwhelm us if we let them. It was only two years ago that the TCI and the entire world shut down completely because of Covid. Never did we think that in our lifetime, we would experience such a thing as a global

BY DIANE HIGGS

A wife, a mother, and a human resource expert who sees through the lenses of practical Christianity. Diane has lived and served in the USA, Canada and the TCI. She finds joy in writing and in worshipping.

pandemic. But we did, and it was and continues to be a trial.

We endured the anxiety that came with the unknown as it related to health, livelihood, being apart from loved ones, and then the sorrow as members of our families and community passed away. In our small country, we are all grieving for someone. And it is a trial.

Lately, it started to feel like we were coming out of it. As restrictions lifted, there appeared to be a light at the end of the tunnel. Those tired of

living under constraints decided to travel again and are arriving on our sunny shores – in numbers so vast they are overwhelming our airport’s capabilities. A trial or a blessing?

Depends on where you stand, I guess.

Then another war started, and even though it is in a land far, far away, the tentative notion that we are in control of our own destiny was shattered yet again. We read headlines and articles, and view pictures of astonishing devastation

wreaked on yet one more group of innocents – an all too familiar saga of man’s quest for power over another. We weep for those who are enduring such a tragedy and worry about how it might affect us, here in the TCI. There can be no doubt, that persons in war-torn countries are enduring trials that make many of ours seem quite minuscule. However, this does not diminish the pain of those facing more of a trial than others to pay $6.79 for a gallon of gas. As I heard someone say recently, “We may all be in the same storm, but we are not all in the same boat.”

In the Bible, James shares with his readers, who were going through some pretty hefty trials of their own, that they are to “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds...”

(James 1:2) I don’t know about you, but the last thing I want, when going through something tough is for someone to tell me that I need to slap on a smile and be a ray of sunshine! I want to sit down and have a good cry, call a friend, get mad, retaliate, figure out a way forward. Joy is counter-intuitive and goes against my natural inclination to worry.

In reality, James is not advocating a “fake it till you make it” type of approach. Rather, he is starting a conversation about what faith looks like when the bottom falls out. Trials of every size and shape are inevitable, so what is their purpose and how do we get through them? We’ll dig deeper next week.

You are loved!

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Phobias: the weird and rare fears

A Ferris wheel, in all honesty, shouldn’t be daunting for a twenty-seven-year-old man right? Wrong — I was petrified.

After driving along the beautiful Corniche d’Or (translates from French to English as the golden corniche) for an hour with a very dear friend, we finally arrived at the gorgeous seaside town of Saint-Raphaël.

There, in front of us along the coast, was a rather tall Ferris wheel with blue baskets slowly rotating in front of the glistening Mediterranean Sea. It was perfect! Perfect until we decided to go for a spin. Five minutes and eight Euros later, I’ve decided to never go on another Ferris wheel again!

Throughout the entire ride, I’ve held the corner of my seat tightly with my head pressed firmly between my knees. If this is not the worst case of acrophobia, I do not know what is. This little incident, therefore, brought me to the subject of phobias. While most people have heard of common phobias, like the fear of heights (acrophobia) or the fear of spiders (arachnophobia), there are many strange, less talked about phobias.

So here is a list of eight weird and rare phobias you may have never heard of.

EISOPTROPHOBIA (FEAR OF MIRRORS) Eisoptrophobia is a fear of mirrors.

This phobia is also sometimes referred to as spectrophobia or catoptrophobia. People with this fear are unable to look at themselves in a mirror. This fear may also extend to any reflective surface. This fear may stem from superstitions about mirrors. For instance, a person may be afraid of breaking a mirror because they believe it will cause them bad luck. Others may fear that they will see something supernatural in a mirror, such as a ghost.

ARACHIBUTYROPHOBIA (FEAR OF PEANUT BUTTER STICKING TO THE ROOF OF YOUR MOUTH) Arachibutyrophobia is the fear of peanut butter sticking to the roof

PLUTOPHOBIA (FEAR OF MONEY) Many people probably wish they had more money, but plutophobia is a fear of money or wealth. People with plutophobia

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of your mouth. It is a rare phobia that can stem from a greater phobia of sticky things or a fear of choking. It may also stem from a traumatic incident with peanut butter, such as choking on or being allergic to it.

may fear wealthy people or fear becoming wealthy themselves.

They generally dread money and having to deal with it. People with this fear may potentially sabotage their careers to avoid making more money or becoming wealthy. The fear of becoming wealthy may stem from a fear of the responsibilities and pressures associated with it or the fear of being the victim of a robbery.

decision can seem impossible for someone with decidophobia, as they do not trust their own opinions. A person with decidophobia may excessively rely on others to help them with decision-making. They may even turn to external sources, such as astrology, for advice.

Decidophobia could be part of a larger mental health disorder called dependent personality disorder. One of the symptoms of dependent personality disorder is relying on others to make decisions.

OPTOPHOBIA (FEAR OF OPENING ONE’S EYES) Optophobia is a fear of opening one’s eyes. This fear can be extremely debilitating, as it is hard for an individual to carry out daily activities without opening their eyes. People with optophobia may prefer to stay indoors or in dimly lit areas. This phobia is usually associated with a generalised anxiety disorder.

Like many other rare phobias, this fear is usually the result of a traumatic incident.

NOMOPHOBIA (FEAR OF BEING WITHOUT YOUR MOBILE PHONE) Nomophobia is the fear of being without your mobile phone.

People with nomophobia experience excessive anxiety about not having their phones with them, their battery being low or their phone being out of service. Regardless of the circumstances, not being able to use their phone causes people with nomophobia to become panicked and experience extreme symptoms of anxiety. This rare phobia often stems from a person having a cell phone addiction.

People with this phobia may obsessively check their phones throughout the day and worry they will miss out on contact with loved ones.

DECIDOPHOBIA (FEAR OF MAKING DECISIONS) Decidophobia is a fear of making decisions. Making any kind of

PHOBOPHOBIA (FEAR OF PHOBIAS) Phobophobia is a fear of phobias. This can be described

as free-floating anxiety, where a person spirals into a circle of anxiety due to fearing fear itself. In that respect, it is a selffulfilling prophecy. Phobophobia is commonly co-diagnosed with other types of specific phobias and is often associated with anxiety disorder. People with phobophobia will often avoid social situations or other situations that can lead to anxiety.

When extreme, it will greatly interfere with an individual’s everyday life.

OCTOPHOBIA (FEAR OF THE NUMBER EIGHT) Octophobia is a fear of the number eight. Interestingly, there are few other known phobias to specific numbers, except for the fear of numbers themselves (arithmophobia) and the fear of the number thirteen (triskaidekaphobia). People with octophobia fear the symbol eight as it appears written down, such as in addresses or advertisements. They also can fear objects presented in groups of eight. This rare phobia may come from its resemblance to the infinity sign. It may also come from a traumatic event involving the number eight, such as an accident that happened on the eighth of the month.

Gliding wouldn’t be a pastime I'll be picking up in the near future. And you, what are some of your phobias? Do tell on louisedens@gmail.com

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By the end of February demolition of the old bridge is well under way.

The old bridge over the canal of Salt Cay‘s North District on 9 January 2022, the day it fell into disrepair.

A bridge of silver wings – Is ‘official pragmatism’ in Salt Cay a sign of things to come?

In the beginning there was Rick – at least in the context of this story.

It is the morning of Sunday, the 9th of January, and I am having my first coffee. There is a saying in German that goes, “at 7 am the world’s still ok”, and as I sit there in Salt Cay’s North District overlooking the harbour, I can relate to the sentiment that this saying conveys.

A relaxed Sunday morning on Salt Cay. Suddenly there appears Rick, a semi-retired antique dealer by profession and Salt Cay resident by choice. As a Canadian expat, of northern German extraction, he is not a man who I would automatically associate the hysterical theatrics that occasionally befall some of Salt Cay’s ‘winter residents’. Rick is soft spoken, reserved and typically keeps to himself.

So it did come as a bit of a surprise when the first words Rick greeted me with on this Sunday morning were, “The bridge has collapsed!”. After he proceeds to inform me, noticeably excited, that the bridge over the main canal in the North District has sustained some damage, I decide that it might just be a good idea to have a look for myself. Having arrived at the iconic Salt Cay landmark, it soon becomes clear that perhaps “collapse” is a little bit of an exaggeration - but yes, there is a sizeable hole and after a thorough inspection by the District Commissioner, Mrs Almaida Wilson, and the Captain of the Salt Cay Ferry, Allan Dickenson, it is determined that the bridge should best be closed for traffic.

Accordingly, a community

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The new, ‘temporary’, bridge nearing completion on 26 March announcement went out, on our essential community WhatsApp chat, to the good residents of Salt Cay, “The District Commissioner wishes to inform the community that the bridge in the North District has sustained damage and is thus structurally compromised.

Accordingly ALL VEHICLES, cars and golf carts, should refrain from using the bridge until the extent of the damage has been assessed.” The next day a very official looking team arrived from the Public Works Department in Grand Turk to observe the damaged bridge.

Another inspection, followed by another announcement: “Please note that a Public Works Department Team had been to Salt Cay today and

has deemed the bridge unsafe to travel on. It has been officially locked off from traffic and we apologise for the inconvenience it may have caused…The Public Works Department Team is very concerned about the matter and will be working diligently on our behalf to put in place a temporary structure.”

I remember standing near the bridge a few hours after the Public Works Department team had left, taking some photographs, when one of the older Salt Cay gentlemen walked up besides me. “The last time they fixed this”, he informs me, “was about 27 years ago and the time before that must be over 50 years”. We look at the bridge a little longer and after a seemingly

endless pause he remarks dryly, “We should have probably just fixed this ourselves, now that the bureaucrats are involved, this could be closed off for a long time.” During the following days, many a Salt Cay conversation revolved around the question how long the North and South Districts might just be effectively divided from one another and predictions ranged from six months to at least a year. In the meantime, true to from, the resilient residents of the North and South Districts, co-ordinated methods of reaching each other, and essential services, particularly the ferry, which involved partof-the way pick-ups, hand-pulled trailers, bicycles and sea-wall walking.

I must confess that during the days, following that fateful bridge “collapse”, I was one of those sceptics who wondered how long it would take before any work would commence on the bridge.

When only six weeks later building materials arrived, a wooden bridge for pedestrians was erected and demolition of the old bridge began, I was not just pleasantly surprised but also curious what exactly had contributed to this ‘speedy’ process.

“They didn’t put it out to tender,

but decided to just get on with it”, a noticeably relieved Captain Allan Dickenson informs me a few days later. “Just get on with it”…what a refreshing attitude and yes, I am the first to say, “credit where credit is due”! And so I wonder, are we witnessing the dawn of a new era of public/private sector co-operation, an era where pragmatism and the desire to reduce red tape may just became the order of the day? I probably shouldn’t get ahead of myself, because as someone who has to deal with the public sector, professionally, on an almost daily basis I do of course still experience far too many unnecessary delays.

And yet, and this is only based on my personal experience in Grand Turk, things are improving. Case in point: A specific bureaucratic process which, until not too long ago, could have taken me the better part of a year to complete, recently was completed within a relatively short three months.

Also, more often than not I now, regularly, meet and interact with civil servants who not only are polite and professional but who also demonstrate a willingness to go the extra mile. That attitude is encouraging.

“A bridge of silver wings stretches from the dead ashes of an unforgiving nightmare to the jewelled vision of a life started anew”, the American historian and novelist Aberjhani once wrote.

Perhaps the story of the Salt Cay bridge points, figuratively, to a jewelled vision for this blessed archipelago. I would like to think so.

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Turks & Caicos Islands named the thirdbest destination for family vacations The Turks and Caicos Islands recently ranked third-best for family vacations out of 63 destinations in the world.

This was revealed in an analysis conducted by travel insurance site ‘InsureMyTrip’ which ranked global cities from most to least suitable as potential destinations for family vacations.

According to the study shared with TC Weekly News, InsureMyTrip extrapolated relevant travel data for key family vacation categories including quality of family hotels, quality of nearby beaches, quality of family attractions, sea temperature, wave height, the strength of ocean currents and overall area safety.

InsureMyTrip isolated each data point in addition to giving an overall category score.

This was done to give families an opportunity to target destinations for individual points (e.g. quantity of family attractions, ocean current strength or area safety).

Sarah Webber, Director of Marketing at InsureMyTrip, commenting on the study said: “As Covid-19 restrictions begin to relax and more families decide to vacation again, it is especially important they feel safe.

InsureMyTrip hopes the results of this study will help these families feel confident and secure in their decision to travel the world and make new and lasting memories.”

Of the 62 countries analysed,

Turks and Caicos emerged as a top-three destination for family vacations due to its ocean currents, sea temperature and the quality of its beaches. (Beaches Resorts photo)

A chart shows the top 10 best destinations for family vacations according to a study conducted by travel insurance site InsureMyTrip

Dubai, UAE (7.42) ranked first, with Colombo, Sri Lanka second (6.71), Turks & Caicos (6.48) third, Barbados(6.37) fourth and Corfu, Greece (6.27) fifth.

The report said Dubai is fast becoming a family-friendly wonderland, offering access to a variety of theme parks.

Coupled with this, it’s deemed one of the safest cities in the world and is becoming a more affordable destination for families, offering all-inclusive resorts with an array of activities.

It was also recently voted the Best Global Destination thanks to

be inspired and awed.

It missed out on the top spot due to low-quality beaches (3.91) and quality family hotels (5.72).

The Turks and Caicos Islands came in third place with (6.48) points due to its ocean currents (8.86), sea temperature (8.43) and the quality of nearby beaches (8.41).

This isn’t the first time Turks and Caicos’ beaches were rated highly as Grace Bay Beach is voted the number one beach in the world in 2022, the report stated.

At the other end of the scale, Miami, USA (3.54) ranked the

the city’s innovative strategy to not only stay open during the pandemic but to do so in a monumentally safe and accessible manner. .

Colombo, Sri Lanka, received high scores for sea temperature (9.92), weak ocean current (8.61) and quality of family attractions (6.9).

This may not come as a surprise to its residents as recently, Sri Lanka was voted one of the best countries in the world to travel to, the report added.

Colombo was praised for its unique mix of sensory delights, it’s a must-visit for those who want to

least suitable destination for family vacations.

It received the lowest score for weak ocean current (0), along with the quality of family hotels (0.69), quality of family attractions (1.36), area safety (4.04) and low wave height (4.91).

The crime rate in Miami is considerably higher than the national average, with the chances of becoming a victim being 1 in 28.

The city is also the number one city in America most vulnerable to hurricanes, with 40% of the hurricanes that occur in the U.S. hitting Florida.

Government enacts amnesty on business licence fees, writes off $1.4m in penalties Government is writing off $1.4m in outstanding business licence fee penalties dating back to 2018, and giving businesses more time to pay off outstanding fees.

The Bill - entitled Business Licence Fees and Penalties Amnesty Ordinance 2022 was introduced to the House of Assembly on Monday, March 28,

by Deputy Premier and Finance Minister, Hon. Erwin J. Saunders.

The bill provides an amnesty period of three months to facilitate the payment of outstanding licence fees due and payable under the Business Licence Ordinance, and for a waiver of penalty due in respect

of outstanding penalties.

The amnesty comes into effect on Friday, April 1.

Hon Saunders in his presentation of the Bill said that for those businesses that may be unable to meet the three-month deadline to bring their fees up to date, the government has proposed a payment plan.

“If there are businesses that are unable to do so, this caring government of the people will allow them the flexibility to pay up their outstanding licence fees over time through payment plans with the TCI government,” Saunders told the House.

He said the total arrears as at

February 2022 for all business licences was $2,932,036.04.

Included in this figure are penalties of $1,395,658.19, which the Bill seeks to write off.

The total penalties cover the four years 2018 to 2021, is as follows: in 2018 penalties totalled $42,240; in 2019 it was $222,816.66; in 2020 the amount was $384,570.03; and in 2021 it was $746,031.50.

The penalty write off covers all major islands, with the breakdown as follows: in Grand Turk $149,858.55 is being written off; in North Caicos $33,343; Middle Caicos $7,126; Providenciales $1,188,865.14; Salt Cay $3,853.50

and in South Caicos $12,612.

The Bill states that where any fees remain outstanding under the Business Licence Ordinance after the amnesty period, the fees and penalties which would have been payable will be revived and become payable as if the waiver on penalties had not been granted.

As it relates to payment conditions, the Bill states that the permanent secretary of finance may, during the amnesty period, enter into an agreement with the licensee for the payment of the outstanding fees due and payable, either in full or in instalments.

This agreement will be in writing, and an extension is

granted to those licensees who utilise the payment instalment option of up to June 30, 2022, for all payments to be made.

“Mr Speaker, you’re a businessman, and so I am sure that you’re aware there is a burden that comes with insurmountable debt, particularly during times of financial struggles.

“As such, it is imperative that this honourable House approve the write off of these debts today and give our TCI businesses the opportunity to start afresh,” the minister appealed.

The bill was unanimously passed, with the full support of all members of the House.

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TCI’s Financial Services Sector in dire straits – KPMG report reveals – Govt “priming the pump” -says Finance Minister

Minister of Finance, Investment and Trade Honourable Erwin ‘Jay’ Saunders

Minister of Finance, Investment and Trade Honourable Erwin ‘Jay’ Saunders said the Government is “priming the pump” of TCI’s Financial Services Sector, in an effort to save the industry.

Saunders made these remarks during a presentation in the House of Assembly on Thursday, March 17, where he revealed that the territory’s Financial Services Sector is in bad shape and is in need of investments and better marketing to turn the tide.

Saunders explained that in January 2018, the former Government undertook a strategic analysis of the TCI’s financial services sector, believing that the TCI has a fair opportunity for growth in this sector.

To this end, a review was conducted by KPMG Ltd, a global network of professional firms

which provides audit, tax and advisory services, with an industry focus.

In revealing parts of the report, Saunders said: “KPMG’s report indicated that our financial services sector is in dire straits and that it is in need of investments and promotion to save it – i.e. if we want it to be a viable contributor to the country’s GDP going forward.”

He stressed that 49 recommendations were included in the report, one of which was to develop and implement a marketing strategy for the sector.

“He said: “I am happy to say that on the 16th of February, 2022, Cabinet approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Government and TCI Finance Limited to implement the aforementioned Marketing and Strategic plan in order to grow our

Financial Services industry.

“Our Government is “priming the pump” of our financial service sector, and we’re seeking to aggressively grow our market share.”

In this vein, pump-priming refers to the steps taken to stimulate spending in an economy during or after a recession.

Generally, it involves pumping small amounts of government funds into a depressed economy/ sector to encourage growth.

There are many who strongly believe that the best route to diversifying the economy of the Turks and Caicos Islands is through purposeful development of the financial services sector in spite of current and emerging challenges related to legislative regulatory compliance in the financial services industry internationally.

Officers of the RTCIPF’s community policing team out and about

Community policing efforts ramped up The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) continues its efforts to build confidence and camaraderie within the TCI communities and with citizens and residents.

Over the past few weeks, the RTCIPF Community Policing team could be seen out and about supporting communities in various ways.

Most recently team members engaged with primary school students in schools during Education Week and provided support to the

residents of Wheeland with their derelict vehicle removal project.

The Police Force community police team currently consists of six full-time officers led by Sergeant Kevin Clarke. There are four officers in Providenciales and two in Grand Turk.

The Community Police Team has a set of goals aimed at making the TCI a safer place and to inspire confidence in all communities.

The team works in partnership with other government agencies, the private sector, schools and other

educational establishments, as well as with the citizens of the TCI. The police website explains: “We recognise that working with our many partners will help to ensure that we create safer places and reduce the fear of crime.

“To respond to the issues that matter most to local communities we will re-deploy our resources to meet demand, particularly to places with many problems or to address particular crime types such as burglary, robbery and anti-social behaviour.”

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Gov’t reallocates $15.1m from recruitment fund to pensions, land and deportation costs The House of Assembly has passed the Supplementary Appropriation (2021/2022 (No. 2) Bill 2022 to the tune of $15.1m three days before the 2021-2022 financial year ended.

The Bill was presented to the House on Monday, March 28--the 2021-2022 financial year ended on Thursday, March 31.

The large portion of the relocated money is money that went back into the consolidated fund because it was not spent due to the underutilisation of staff costs as provided for in the 2021-2022 budget.

Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Hon Erwin J. Saunders in his presentation of the Bill to the house said that the money will be reallocated to pensions and gratuities in order to fund the recently introduced Retirement

Plan. This plan will provide civil servants, particularly those employed since 1992, with retirement benefits.

The Supplementary Bill also provides funding for land acquisition, which will be used to increase and improve governments' business delivery as well as infrastructural development throughout the islands, the Deputy Premier said.

“These acquisitions will benefit our people and future generations to come.”

Also included in the Supplementary Bill are funds to address any urgent and unforeseen claims against the government, as well as repatriation and deportation costs for illegal migrants.

In his contributions on the Bill, Leader of the Opposition, Hon Edwin Astwood stated that while

he understands the need to spend allocated money by relocating it to other important areas before the end of the financial year, it would be a good day when all funds are utilities as planned.

“The thing that we are seeing a lot of is under-utilisation of personal emoluments, that is the hiring of staff and the filling of vacancies in government.

“We have seen that throughout a number of departments; that has been a common theme. But somewhere along the way, we have to do a better job of recruiting for those positions.”

Astwood said the entire recruitment process needs an overhaul because just about every department in government has funds leftover in personal emoluments.

“That is very concerning, and

we are hearing that the funds will be used for pensions and gratuities, that is very good because we all want to see that come to fruition as quickly as possible.”

As it relates to land acquisition, the opposition leader called on the government to be as transparent as possible about where the money is being spent, because what they are spending is the people’s money.

He urged: “Whatever information the honourable minister of finance has to give to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands… they need to know what land their money is being used to acquire and for what use.”

He added: “We do appreciate and support the government having more assets, but just for clarification and for transparency, the people need to know… I am

not trying to say they are doing anything bad or unbecoming, but the people need clarity.”

He further stated that while he appreciates what the supplementary appropriations are seeking to do, there are many areas where money could have been allocated under this bill so as to utilities already allocated money in 2021-2022 budget before the new budget is introduced.

He believes that more money could have been reallocated to areas that would enable TCI citizens to “live their best lives”, as promised by the PNP government.

Hon Astwood reiterated that from where he sits, the supplementary bill represents a lot of underspending in government, particularly in the areas of projects and recruitment.

TCI downgraded to level 3 on CDC’s Covid-19 risk list THE Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) in the US recently downgraded the TCI’s Covid-19 travel rating from level four- “very high”, to level 3-“High”.

At Level 4, US travellers were warned to avoid visiting the Turks and Caicos Islands, at level 3 they are urged to be fully vaccinated before travelling.

The new rating comes as positive Covid-19 infections and hospitalisations dramatically decreased over the past weeks.

Minister of Health Hon Jamell Robinson during an update on Friday, March 25 credited the Health team and residents for their impact on the territory’s notable progress in the fight against Covid-19.

He said:“I would like to again thank all the Health Professionals, Frontline workers, the various associations, and all those in support roles that have helped us continue with a more manageable caseload which has resulted in us now being moved back to a level 3 on the CDC Health threat listing.”

However, he warned residents not to become complacent as the virus has not been eradicated in the territory.

“While great progress continues to be made and we move ever closer to returning to normalcy, we are ever mindful that Covid-19 and its variants are still with us”.

According to the CDC’s travel warning for the Turks and Caicos Islands which is posted on the organisation’s website, US travellers should make sure they are vaccinated and up to date with their Covid-19 vaccines before travelling to the destination.

“If you are not up to date with Covid-19 vaccines, avoid travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“Even if you are up to date with your Covid-19 vaccines, you may still be at risk for getting and spreading Covid-19.

“Anyone 2 years or older should properly wear a well-fitting mask in indoor public spaces”, the CDC said.

The CDC also advised travellers to follow all requirements and recommendations in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

A snapshot of CDC’s travel rating for the Turks and Caicos Islands (captured from the CDC’s website)

Graceway Supermarkets will pass on import savings to customers Graceway Supermarkets have promised to pass on the savings from the recently slashed custom processing fees (CPF) to their customers.

According to a statement from the supermarket chain on Thursday, March 31, they welcome the recent Cabinet decision to reduce the CPF from 7.5% to 5% on all imports.

“We all know that the Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted the supply chains

and driven up the cost of living right across the globe, and as inflation is on a steady rise and is expected to spike even higher, we welcome the decision of Cabinet to approve the reduction in CPF from 7.5% to 5% on all imports as of April 1.”

To support their customers, Graceway Supermarkets said they made the decision to reflect these changes starting from April 1 ahead of any new

imports.

“You can be assured that this and any other reductions will be passed onto our customers.”

The supermarket chain said they are focused on maintaining the best prices on daily and essential bread basket lines that matter most to customers.

“We will continue to source products from around the world to provide our customers with the best value in this time of rising inflation and costs.”

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No more permits for large social gatherings – says Health Minister

Minister of Health Honourable Jamell Robinson made the announcement during a virtual national health update on Friday March 25.

Social gatherings, (private or public) can once again be held without permission from the Ministry of Health.

As Covid-19 numbers dwindle over recent weeks, and the Turks and Caicos Islands moves closer to a sense of normalcy, the Government is cautiously removing a number of long-standing restrictions imposed on the citizenry to curb the spread of the disease.

To this end, Minister of Health Honourable Jamell Robinson, during a virtual national health update on Friday March 25 announced that Cabinet:“Removed the requirement of obtaining written permission from the Chief Medical Officer or Chief Environmental Health Officer and written approval (permit) from the Department of Environment

and Coastal Resources for any gathering or social activity (whether private or public), including on public beaches.”

Previously, social gatherings and large public/private social gatherings, including functions at hotels/villas/ tourism accommodations and wedding receptions, attended by 100+ persons required written permission from the Ministry of Health.

He noted that Cabinet also amended quarantine regulations requiring persons to self-isolate for five days if they test positive, as opposed to the 14 days previously implemented.

“To be clear, the mask and face covering mandate continues to be required indoors and enclosed spaces”, Robinson added.

The Government officially lifted its outdoor mask mandate for all islands on Monday February 28 for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic began in March 2020.

In the Ministry’s latest report, from March 20-26, 22 new covid-19 cases have been identified.

The number of active confirmed cases in the TCI stands at 21, with 12 new recoveries and one hospitalisation.

No new COVID-19 related deaths have been recorded.

The total number of Covid-19 related deaths stands at 36.

The public is strongly urged to follow all health advice and guidelines from the Ministry, especially as the government progresses with the phased reopening of the territory.

PAHO and North Carolina University to conduct review of TCI’s nursing programme Experts from the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and the North Carolina University will conduct a quality assurance review of the TCI Community College Nursing programme.

The review is being undertaken as part of the Government's efforts to bolster the delivery of the programme at the TCI Community College (TCICC), according to the Minister of Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Services, Honourable Rachel Taylor.

During a recent ministerial update in the House of Assembly, Taylor explained that the programme which was conceptualised by the Interhealth Canada Hospital, to meet the needs of the country was appropriate at the time but changes have occurred since its introduction.

With that in mind, Taylor said: “ The Ministry of Health has reached out to PAHO and is working with North Carolina University of North Carolina. “ Plans are afoot for experts from the University to visit and conduct quality assurance review of the programme as well as the practicum with a view to advise on immediate steps to be taken to strengthen the programme.

She further revealed that the TCICC has updated and revamped the curriculum and programme schedule, and has developed a Practicum Manual which outlines the learning objectives and targets in anticipation of the proposed visit by the representative from North Carolina University.

She stressed that the: “TCICC’s revised Nursing programme content and duration is akin to an Associate’s Degree in Nursing and will be three years from entry to completion, inclusive of a one-year Practicum.

“It was noted that while Associates in Nursing exist in the region, there are but a few of them, given that the regional standard is now a four-year B.Sc. programme.

“To satisfy this criteria, the approach adopted by many institutions is to have extended the matriculation/enrollment of their Associates Nursing students into the four-year B.Sc. programme.

“Given the importance of portability and comparable standards, Mr Speaker, this option will also be a matter of discussion with technical experts for the TCICC”, she added.

The Education Minister underscored that it is critical for

the Turks and Caicos Islands to broaden its affiliations with highly accredited universities.

She said: “In so doing the Ministry has reached out to the UWI Faculty of Medicine to provide technical support with the expectation that this collaboration will lead towards having the nursing programme accredited.

“In light of this Mr Speaker, Cabinet at its meeting on March 2nd approved for the Ministry of Education to transfer savings in the sum of $108,000 to TCICC. “Cabinet also gave approval for TCICC to use identified savings in the sum of $108,000 as match funding and together with the allocation provided by the Ministry to be paid to the ten (10) nursing students as stipend, as they undergo their practical studies at InterHealth Canada. “Mr Speaker, this practicum will commence on April 1st 2022”, the Minister added.

The Associate Degree in Registered Nursing Programme offered at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College is a three-year programme.

It consists of 125 credit hours, students are exposed to direct face to face classroom instruction,

Students of the Registered Nursing Programme carrying out a simulation exercise during a classroom session (TCICC photo) practical laboratory activities and clinical experience at local health facilities.

There is also an internship programme which provides training at a medical health facility outside of the TCI. According to the TCICC’s website, the Programme prepares individuals at the Associate level who are competent to deliver holistic nursing care to individuals,

families and communities.

It also seeks to prepare individuals who are visionary, possesses leadership skills and have the necessary competencies to meet the demands of the evolving health care system.

The curriculum comprises content areas from the biological, chemical and nursing sciences, as well as courses from the humanities and liberal education programme.

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Almost 700,000 paid out in grants to boost MSME – Finance Minister The Progressive National Party (PNP) Government has issued 36 concession grants, totalling a whopping $694,000 in its first financial year to boost small businesses across the TCI. This is according to Minister of Finance, Investment and Trade, Honourable Erwin Saunders who recently lauded his Government’s tangible and concentrated efforts to support micro, small and medium scale businesses in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

He said: “That’s just the start! Big Things Are Coming for our entrepreneurs in years 2, 3, and 4 of this term, as well as in our consecutive terms…as long as we’re in Government. Mr Speaker, we will look out for our entrepreneurs.”

The Finance Minister who provided a comparison between the incumbent Government and the former administration’s achievements pointed out that between Financial Years 20172021, there were an average of 17 Concession orders issued per year, with an average of $455,000 paid

out per annum.

“While there are numerous examples of Concession Orders being granted to support startup businesses, I would like to speak to Our Government, Your Government, the People’s Government’s performance in this area over the current financial year (i.e. 1st April 2021 to current) – comparing it to the last four years, as well as, to the previous Government’s first year in office.

“So far over our first full financial year in office, which isn’t even over yet, we have issued 36 Concession orders, which is an increase of 118% over previous years, and we paid out over $694,000, which is an increase of over 50% over the previous years”, he said during an address in the House of Assembly on Thursday, March 17.

The Finance Minister further explained that in its first year in office, the previous Government only issued 12 Concession orders for a total of $360,000.

“When that is compared with our Government’s first-year total of 36 Concession orders and

Minister of Finance, Investment and Trade, Honorable Erwin Saunders said “as long as we’re in Government Mr. Speaker, we will look out for our entrepreneurs.” $694,000 in grants, I’m proud to say that we have empowered 200% more entrepreneurs in our first year than the previous Government did, and we gave out almost double the amount of money in grants.”

Additionally, Saunders informed that Invest TCI’s MSME

Programme will be hosting the MSME Roadshow 2022.

He said: “The purpose of the MSME Roadshow 2022 is to educate the public on the opportunities available to entrepreneurs and small businesses through the MSME Programme.

“ It will highlight the success of the MSME Programme and bring awareness to the small businesses who have benefitted from it,” he added.

The Minister urged the public, especially business people and entrepreneurs, to come out and be a part of the event.

The Government’s Micro Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) programme, which is managed

by Invest Turks and Caicos with support from the Ministry of Finance, Investment and Trade, makes provision for Concession Orders to be granted to qualifying locally-owned businesses operating in identified priority business sectors.

The Concession Orders allow the company or start-up access to specific benefits, namely: cash grants, customs duty reduction and/ or technical assistance depending on the size of the business.

Invest Turks and Caicos is responsible for determining eligibility to receive concessions or grants, as well as disbursing approved funding.

TCI Marines pass out of Royal Military Academy Sandhurst Last Sunday, amid unseasonable warmth in the English countryside, Officer Cadets Earl Henry, Jahiem Glinton and Dixie Smith were on parade at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst alongside their British Army compatriots from 37 and 38 Platoon Dettingen Company.

To support them, Tracy Knight (TCI Government’s representative in London), Colonel Enis Grant and HE Governor Nigel were present, as were family members.

The trio has been undergoing intense training for the past couple of months.

Governor Dakin advised this week that two of them are reserved officers and will hold down fulltime civilian jobs, but they all now also have the intense privilege and credibility to command Marines of the TCI Regiment.

He noted: “The TCI Regiment may only be just over a year old, but our officers join a tradition that goes back to 1720 when an Officer Academy was first founded at Woolwich for those requiring

technical skill; think engineers and those commanding artillery.”

Sandhurst opened in 1812 for the cavalry and infantry officers and both colleges combined in 1947.

Further amalgamations occurred and today everyone who holds the Queen’s Commission, and students from over 80 other countries, are trained at the academy.

Meanwhile, Dakin said the next investment will see a group of potential junior leaders travelling to Bermuda, and then on to South Carolina, USA to earn their stripes to become non-commissioned officers.

Following the passing out parade, Officer Dixie Smith shared her experiences at Sandhurst with her followers on Facebook, while encouraging more women, and young people as a whole, to join the force.

“The last eight weeks of my life have been truly transformational.

“To be a fully commissioned officer from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst is such an amazing achievement.”

The three newly minted officers of the TCI Regiment strike a military pose at their passing out parade at Royal Academy Sandhurst.

Smith also expressed that she is thankful to be the first female officer from the Turks and Caicos and Adjutant to the Regiment.

“I offer my thanks and gratitude to my Regimental family for your continuous support and belief in me, to my immediate family for always encouraging me and supporting me and to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands that

have shown me such a tremendous amount of love and appreciation.”

All three officers are now back on TCI shores, having returned to much fanfare, applause and words of encouragement upon their arrival at the Providenciales International Airport on Monday.

“To every young person within the TCI and beyond, I say dream big, work hard and keep God first,

you will achieve whatever you set your mind to.

“To every female, do not be afraid of the challenge, embrace the challenge. Break the Bias and Remember, if it exists, you can have it because nothing is off limits to you.”

Officer Smith is one of two women currently serving in the TCI Regiment.

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Dozens of TCI electricians trained in workplace health and safety Thirty-four licensed electricians in the TCI are now trained in Occupational Health and Safety in the workplace, thanks to FortisTCI. The training was a joint undertaking between the utility company’s Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) department, the TCI Electricity Board, and the Ministry of Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation.

Held on both Providenciales and Grand Turk, training took place at the FortisTCI headquarters on both islands, first on February 26 and then again on March 19, respectively.

Twenty-seven electricians from Providenciales and seven from the nation’s capital were trained by FortisTCI EHS Manager Marcus Francis; Manager of Engineering and Substation Operations Maintenance Hortnel Johnson; and Senior EHS Officer Rikardia Pardo.

The training covered three modules: hazard management, job safety planning, and emergency planning and response.

Participants examined topics such as the compliance requirements for electrical safety, common workplace hazards, their

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classification, and mitigation methods.

The electricians also learned the core components of building a job safety plan, the rudiments of workplace emergency planning, and effective response in an electrical emergency.

The sessions began with an overview of FortisTCI, the company’s Environment, Health and Safety Management System (EHSMS), and efforts to sustain a strong safety culture.

Commenting on the training, Ruth Forbes, President and CEO of FortisTCI said the utility welcomed the opportunity to collaborate with key stakeholders for the common cause of improving electrical and workplace safety throughout the country.

She noted: “Training is essential to developing a safe workplace and public space, therefore, I commend participants for improving their knowledge and skills.

“Local contractors who work with FortisTCI are already part of our ongoing training and compliance program.”

She said the company looks forward to additional opportunities to partner and enhance workplace safety in TCI.

Twenty-seven electricians from Providenciales attended the first training session held at the FortisTCI headquarters.

Providenciales electricians captured in a group photo with FortisTCI Manager of Environment, Health and Safety, Marcus Francis.

Grand Turk electricians with FortisTCI Manager of Environment, Health and Safety, Marcus Francis, and Executive Assistant of Operations Sanderlye Methelus.

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El Shafee Elsheikh: Opening statements in IS Beatle jihadist trial

Michigan’s Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer.

Gretchen Whitmer: FBI agent ‘bomb-maker’ in kidnap plot MEN who allegedly plotted to kidnap Michigan’s Democratic governor in 2020 sought to buy bombs with “IOUs”, a court has heard.

FBI agent Timothy Bates testified Monday that he had posed undercover as a bomb-maker and infiltrated the plotters’ group.

The group was “excited” to buy bombs, but did not have the funds, he said.

The government says the men are armed extremists who targeted Gretchen Whitmer over her Covid-19 policies.

But lawyers for the four accused argue they were entrapped by the FBI. Federal prosecutors are expected to conclude their case on Tuesday.

Adam Fox, 38, Daniel Harris, 24, Brandon Caserta, 33, and Barry Croft, 46, each face charges of kidnapping conspiracy.

Fox, Harris and Croft also face an additional charge of conspiracy to use a weapon of

mass destruction.

The group planned to snatch Governor Whitmer from her vacation home in north Michigan, the court heard earlier.

Mr Bates was embedded within them under the guise of being a bomb-maker named “Red”. He had convinced them he had access to high-grade explosives.

The plan, he said, was to abduct the governor, then blow up one or two bridges in the vicinity of her home to thwart law enforcement.

The agent said he showed videos of explosives to the defendants during a training weekend.

Mr Fox, said to be the group’s ringleader, was “excited about what he saw” and asked if Mr Bates would “take an IOU” while he put together $4,000 (£3,044) to pay for the explosives, Mr Bates testified.

But under cross-examination, Mr Bates acknowledged he had not ever been paid to procure the explosives.

An ex-British jihadist on federal trial in the US has said he was fighting on behalf of “suffering Muslims”.

El Shafee Elsheikh, 33, stands accused of hostage-taking and conspiracy to commit murder as part of a group of Islamic State militants, known as the “Beatles” for their British accents.

But in court on Wednesday, Mr Elsheikh claimed he was not part of the group.

The group is said to have tortured and beheaded hostages in Syria, including several journalists and aid workers.

Prosecutors alleged on Wednesday that Mr Elsheikh was in fact close friends with the other members and took part in their “unrelenting and unpredictable abuse”. Their evidence will show he was involved in ransom demands from the families of hostages.

The Sudanese-born Londoner, who was stripped of his British citizenship in 2018, is charged with taking hostages, resulting in the deaths of four Americans journalists James Foley and Steven Sotloff and aid workers Kayla Mueller and Peter Kassig.

He is also charged with conspiring in the deaths of the British aid workers David Haines and Alan Henning, and Japanese journalists Haruna Yukawa and Kenji Goto.

His trial, in Virginia, is expected to last three to four weeks.

The defence told the court that Mr Elsheikh was always fully masked when around

El Shafee Elsheikh hostages. It will seek to show that government evidence identifying Mr Elsheikh is “inconsistent and unconvincing”.

They also asserted that, because he was a “simple ISIS fighter” and not a Beatle, he could not be held legally responsible for the actions of others.

While they said the abuse of the hostages in Syria was “horrific”, they said the trial rested on whether there was enough evidence to link Mr Elsheikh to the crimes.

Mr Elsheikh has previously attributed the planning and killing of hostages to fellow Beatle Mohammed Emwazi.

Emwazi, known as Jihadi John, was thought to be the group’s ringleader. He was killed by a joint US-UK drone strike in Syria in 2015.

The other two Beatles - Aine Davis or “Paul” and Alexanda Kotey or “Ringo” - are in custody in Turkey and the US, respectively.

Together, the group is alleged to

have abducted at least 27 people and “engaged in a prolonged pattern of physical and psychological violence against the hostages”, including by electric shocks, mock executions and waterboarding.

Hostages called Mr Elsheikh “George” and say that as the main guard he carried out most of the torture.

More than 50 witnesses are expected to take the stand against him.

Four rows of seats in the courtroom will be permanently reserved for former hostages and their families.

Foley’s mother, Diane, told journalists outside the court that the trial has “been a long time coming”.

“I’m sure he [El Shafee Elsheikh] feels the same way. You know it’s been years and it’s very important that anyone involved in hostage taking be held accountable. Very important. And it’s also important that he has a fair trial.”

French intelligence chief Vidaud fired over Russian war failings THE head of French military intelligence, Gen Eric Vidaud, is losing his job after failing to predict Russia’s war in Ukraine, reports say.

Seven months after he took on the role, one report said he was blamed for “inadequate briefings” and a “lack of mastery of subjects”.

The US correctly assessed that Russia was planning a large-scale invasion, while France concluded it was unlikely.

Gen Vidaud was blamed for that

by France’s military chief, a source said.

However, the military source told AFP news agency that his job was to provide “military intelligence on operations, not on premeditation”. As Gen Vidaud’s

service concluded that Russia had the means to invade Ukraine, the source said that “what happened proves him right”.

Early in March the head of French armed forces, Gen Thierry Burkhard acknowledged that French intelligence had not been up to the level of US or UK briefings, which were publicised to pile pressure on Russia’s Vladimir Putin. “The Americans said that the Russians were going to attack, they were right,” he told Le Monde newspaper.

“Our services thought instead that the cost of conquering Ukraine would have been monstrous and the Russians had other options” to bring down the government of Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky, he added.

Gen Eric Vidaud was commander of special forces until he took on the military intelligence role seven months ago.

France’s misreading of President Putin was all the more

embarrassing because President Emmanuel Macron had spoken to

him regularly in the days leading up to the invasion on 24 February.

Intelligence specialist Prof Alexandre Papaemmanuel told AFP it was too easy to blame military intelligence for the failure, which lay with France’s entire intelligence community.

But Gen Vidaud, France’s former special forces commander, appears to have been squeezed out for other reasons too.

Weeks after he took charge of military intelligence, his service came in for criticism when Australia scrapped a multi-billion dollar submarine contract with France in favour of a security pact with the US and UK. The Aukus pact came out of the blue in France and prompted a diplomatic spat.

(BBC)

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Prince William and his wife Duchess Kate of Cambridge during their eight-day tour to the region.

UK’s Prince William says he wants to serve after Caribbean criticism PRINCE William has said he is committed to service and “not telling people what to do” after a tour of the Caribbean that was marked by protests over the British empire and criticism that the trip reflected a throwback to colonial times.

William released the statement at the end of an eight-day tour with his wife Kate to Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas that included protests and calls for reparations payments by Britain and an apology for slavery.

Some British and international media have also criticised some images from the tour, such as the royals shaking hands with Jamaican children through wire fences and standing on an opentop vehicle to observe a military

parade that recreated an image of Queen Elizabeth doing the same thing in the 1950s.

“I know that this tour has brought into even sharper focus questions about the past and the future,” William said. “In Belize, Jamaica and the Bahamas, that future is for the people to decide upon.”

William, second in line to the British throne, had travelled to the Caribbean with Kate to mark Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years as monarch. But it came as some countries consider cutting ties with the British monarchy and after Barbados dropped the 95-year-old queen as head of state and became a republic.

Elizabeth remains queen of 15 realms, including Australia,

Canada and New Zealand.

William, whose official title is Duke of Cambridge, said he and his wife wanted to serve.

“For us that’s not telling people what to do. It is about serving and supporting them in whatever way they think best, by using the platform we are lucky to have.”

He added that he was also not thinking about who would lead the Commonwealth of Nations, a group of 54 countries, almost all of which are former colonies of the United Kingdom, which is primarily focused on promoting democracy and development.

The queen is the head of the Commonwealth and while the role is not hereditary, it will pass to William’s father and heir to the throne, Prince Charles. (Reuters)

Sandy Lane Hotel had employed the employees for periods between six and 11 years.

CCJ rules against Sandy Lane over dismissal of three employees THE prestigious Sandy Lane Hotel has lost a court battle for the third time in relation to the wrongful dismissal of three former employees.

The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) yesterday held that the three employees, Juliana Cato, Wayne Johnson and Charmaine Poyer, were wrongfully dismissed by the St James hotel and entitled to the damages that they claimed.

The court also granted the former employees their legal costs.

The Trinidad-based court was the third court to find in favour of

the employees following similar rulings by a Magistrate Court and the Court of Appeal.

Sandy Lane Hotel had employed the employees for periods between six and 11 years when they were each dismissed in January 2012 with one week’s payment in lieu of notice. The reason for each dismissal was alleged poor performance towards a particular hotel guest. The employees brought wrongful dismissal actions, claiming damages under the Severance Payments Act. (Barbados Nation)

Haiti protesters burn plane belonging to U.S. missionary group HAITIAN demonstrators protesting against crime in the city of Les Cayes yesterday burned a plane belonging to U.S. missionary group Agape Flights, according to local media reports and an Agape spokeswoman.

The protesters entered the local airport in Les Cayes even though police fired tear gas at the group, according to a video of the incident filmed by online media group Cayes Infos.

The video shows dozens of people approaching the plane and pushing it down the tarmac. The plane is later seen on a street, apparently near the airport, where it was set on fire.

“Our team on the ground is safe, we’re making preparations to get them back safely,” said

the spokeswoman for Agape Flights, a Venice, Florida based missionary group that flies mail and humanitarian supplies to Caribbean countries.

The organisation is still gathering information about the incident, the spokeswoman added.

Prime Minister Ariel Henry via Twitter condemned the incident as “subversive” and called for the perpetrators to be investigated.

“I strongly condemn the violence by demonstrators which resulted in the burning of a plane at Les Cayes airport,” he wrote.

It was not immediately evident why the protesters had targeted the plane.

The incident followed peaceful protests in other parts of the country

Moments before protestors burnt a U.S missionary group’s plane. in which activists demanded that Henry’s government do more to address gang violence including constant kidnappings.

“There was no violence in

the march,” said Jean-Robert Argant, a member a human rights group called the December 4 Collective, at a Port-au-Prince rally that coincided with the 35th

anniversary of the signed of the country’s constitution. “(Haiti is) suffering from the invasion of kidnapping and insecurity.” (Reuters)

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Bahamas: Police officers to again protect public schools THE Bahamas National Security Minister Wayne Munroe confirmed that police officers have returned to public schools, nearly a week after concerns were reignited about school safety following last week’s stabbing at AF Adderley Junior High.

According to officials, several officers were assigned to nine different public schools in New Providence on Monday in view of the incident.

Among them are AF Adderley Junior High, CH Reeves Junior High, Government High School, RM Bailey Senior High, CC Sweeting Senior High, CV Bethel Senior High School and Doris Johnson Senior High.

Mr Munroe said two other schools are expected to have police presence very soon. He added the initiative is “intelligence driven.”

This comes after a student was stabbed at AF Adderley last week in what officials believe may have been a gang related attack.

A 13-year-old boy has since been charged in connection with the incident.

On Tuesday, Education Minister Glenys Hanna Martin described the return of officers to schools as a necessary effort to strengthen campus safety and help stem the rise of violence among teens.

She said her ministry is committed to ensure that Bahamian children remain safe and also

revealed plans to incorporate anger management classes in the new curriculum for next year.

“We have to appreciate that these young people have been out of the loop for two years,” Mrs Hanna Martin said before going to a Cabinet meeting. “Many have not been in school at all. Some have been on the streets; some have been cooped up for extended periods of time so we’re not dealing with a normal environment for these people.

“I mean they’re coming back now to a socialised environment, but they have been in an abnormal situation for two years. This has had a negative impact and we are going to steadily work it through until we bring about some level of regularity in their lives and the lives of the Bahamian people.”

The introduction of police on school campuses is not a new move.

In 2003, the Progressive Liberal Party formed the School Policing Unit that involved strategically placing police officers in the public schools. In 2007, under the new FNM government, the programme was stopped and cancelled.

However, it was eventually replaced with a community policing approach that stationed officers outside schools during the peak hours of 7am to 9am and 3pm to 5pm.

The Christie administration later

National Security Minister Wayne Munroe. reinstated the programme when it assumed office in 2012.

Mr Munroe said it is his hope that the initiative will help others adopt better conflict management skills.

“We want the citizenry to have an attitude that if something happens, you don’t take the law into your own hands, but you give it to the police so how better to inculcate that into persons and it starts with students and the police are on campus if you have an issue, you can access them,” he said.

Concerns about increased violence among children comes as the country grapples with a rise of homicides and violent crime.

According to this newspaper’s records, 35 murders have been recorded so far for the first three months of this year.

On Sunday, Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis called an urgent conclave with key stakeholders to address the nation’s escalating crime rate. He said more details about the government’s plan will be released soon.

However, the Free National Movement has questioned the Davis administration’s plan to arrest crime.

FNM leader Michael Pintard said he is of the view that the government should have

already been prepared to present Bahamians with immediate, short term and long-term goals for crime fighting.

Mr Munroe pushed back at Mr Pintard’s statements yesterday and questioned the opposition’s sincerity in wanting to be bipartisan in discussions of national concern.

“As I mentioned in the House, I am sceptical of the opposition’s sincerity in wanting to be bipartisan and they’re disingenuous in a lot of what they do so you come to a meeting with proposals, and you have not even been briefed as to what the problem is. That is like a doctor treating you without examining you,” the minister told reporters yesterday.

“And so, the prime minister may be of a different view, but I see their efforts as cynical and disingenuous. We had a briefing where the police ?were quite blunt with us about what was happening, the steps that could be taken.

“Deputy Commissioner (Clayton) Fernander indicated that he’s putting together the same team that he led to reduce murders to under 100 before he was sidelined if you remember – and he is putting together a team and they’re targeting the gangs and people on bail and they’re targeting the drug shops and it’s quite clear at the meeting that they introduce saturation patrols into the hotspots.” (Tribune242)

Bermuda: Cannabis legalisation fails to pass Senate again THE Senate today heard that “smoking weed” should not be seen as normal as the Upper House split down the middle on a vote on whether to legalise cannabis.

The vote on the second reading of the Cannabis Licensing Act 2022 was tied – but under Parliamentary rules, that is classed as a loss.

But the Senate, which blocked the legislation for a year after a vote in 2021, cannot delay it any longer.

John Wight, an independent senator, said he had “many grounds” for voting against the legalisation move.

Mr Wight added: “My number one concern about this Bill relates to the health of Bermudians and particularly the younger generations, when we send the clear message that smoking weed is now an accepted norm in our society.”

But the legislation can still become law if signed by the Governor, Rena Lalgie.

The Government made it clear they expected the UK not to block

The Senate, which blocked the legislation for a year after a vote in 2021, cannot delay it any longer. the election pledge on cannabis legalisation which has now twice been backed by MPs in the House of Assembly.

But Ms Lalgie has said that she will not give Royal Assent if the legislation contravenes United Nations drug conventions to which Britain is a signatory.

The legislation was designed to legalise cannabis and establish a regulatory authority to oversee the cultivation and sale of the drug.

It was passed for a second time in the House of Assembly on Friday by a vote of 18-6, with all six Opposition One Bermuda Alliance MPs voting against it.

The three independent senators today united to condemn the bill and insisted it would harm the island rather than provide a benefit.

Mr Wight said: “In a community with so many concerning health issues, I am very concerned about the increased mental illness

from those new users following the adoption of this being an acceptable norm.

“The research that I have read concludes that cannabis use increases the risk of schizophrenia, and other psychoses, depression, and anxiety.

“Marijuana affects brain development, especially in people under 25. When people begin using marijuana as teenagers, the drug inhibits the ability to learn.”

Mr Wight highlighted a 2019 Government report which found that cannabis use in the young resulted in an increase in delinquency and mental health problems.

He said: “We need Bermuda’s youngest generation to be energised and excited about the future of this country. The excerpt I just read is contrary to how I believe we need to be supporting Bermuda’s leaders of tomorrow.

“The personal toll of risking in Bermuda what other jurisdictions have already experienced following adoption of similar

legislation makes no sense to me.

“In a discussion I had recently with a professional in Bermuda who has been in the field dealing with young adults, I was educated by her that we already have a percentage of our youth who are unskilled and undereducated, and addicted to weed.

Mr Wight also dismissed the Government’ claims that a regulated cannabis industry would be a major boost to the economy.

He said: “Cannabis as a business is based on scale and capital – thus the individuals most likely to benefit financially from this legislation are not the unemployed or underemployed, who need our support.

“My opinion is that this bill as brought forward is not good for Bermuda and I will not support it.”

Michelle Simmons, also an independent, said she was opposed to the legislation.

Ms Simmons asked: “What will Bermuda gain if this bill is signed into law? Nothing that will help to improve our community.”

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Ukraine war: Putin being misled by fearful advisers, US says RUSSIAN President Vladimir Putin is being misled by advisers who are too scared to tell him how badly the war in Ukraine is going, the White House says.

Meanwhile, British intelligence says Russian troops in Ukraine are demoralised, short of equipment and refusing to carry out orders.

Mr Putin is also not being told about the full impact of sanctions on the Russian economy, the White House said.

The Kremlin said the US had a “total misunderstanding” of the situation.

Mr Putin’s chief spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, told journalists: “They simply don’t understand what’s happening in the Kremlin, they don’t understand President Putin, they don’t understand how decisions are taken and they don’t understand the style of our work.”

This was worrying, he added, “because such total misunderstanding leads to wrong decisions which have bad consequences.”

Earlier, White House spokesperson Kate Bedingfield said the US had information that Mr Putin “felt misled by the Russian military” and this had resulted in “persistent tension between Putin and his military leadership”.

“Putin’s war has been a strategic

and even accidentally shooting down their own aircraft,” Mr Fleming said in a speech to the Australian National University in Canberra.

“And even though Putin’s advisers are afraid to tell him the truth, what’s going on and the extent of these misjudgements must be crystal clear to the regime.”

On the ground, US and Ukrainian officials say Russia is continuing to reposition forces away from Kyiv, probably as part of its effort to refocus on eastern regions.

The US and UK say Putin is being misinformed by his advisers. blunder that has left Russia weaker over the long term and increasingly isolated on the world stage,” she said.

Pentagon spokesman John Kirby called the assessments “discomforting”, because an uninformed Putin could result in a “less than faithful” effort at ending the conflict through peace negotiations.

“The other thing is, you don’t know how a leader like that is going to react to getting bad news,” he said.

Ukrainian forces have begun

attempts to retake some areas from Russia, which on Tuesday said it would scale back operations around Kyiv and the northern city of Chernihiv.

Jeremy Fleming, the head of the UK’s cyber-intelligence agency GCHQ, said the move added to indications Russia had “massively misjudged the situation” and had been forced to “significantly rethink”.

“We’ve seen Russian soldiers - short of weapons and morale - refusing to carry out orders, sabotaging their own equipment

IN OTHER DEVELOPMENTS: · President Volodymyr Zelensky cast doubt on Russia’s claims it was de-escalating, calling it the precursor to “new strikes” in the eastern Donbas region.

“We don’t believe anyone. Not a single beautiful word,” he said · Russia’s defence ministry proposed a one-day ceasefire in besieged Mariupol on Thursday to let people leave. This came after Mr Putin said Mariupol would have to surrender to stop the shelling · A US defence official said some Russian troops were leaving the Chernobyl area home to a former nuclear plant

that was the site of the world’s worst nuclear accident in 1986 - and heading to neighbouring Belarus. “We think that they are leaving, I can’t tell you that they’re all gone,” the official said · Four million Ukrainians have fled the country and a quarter of the population has been displaced · French military intelligence chief Gen Éric Vidaud has been dismissed from his post for not predicting the Russian invasion, French media report.

Peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are due to restart online on 1 April, according to Ukrainian negotiator David Arakhamia.

In an online post cited by Reuters, Mr Arakhamia said Ukraine had proposed the leaders of both countries meet, but Russia declined, saying more work was needed on a draft treaty.

Mr Zelensky meanwhile characterised the talks as “only words, no specifics yet”, following a similarly downbeat assessment from Russia.

Delegations from Moscow and Kyiv held three hours of discussions in Istanbul on Tuesday.

Ukraine said it had proposed to become a neutral state in exchange for security guarantees. (BBC)

El Salvador: State of emergency after 62 gang killings in a day EL SALVADOR’S parliament has approved a state of emergency after the Central American country recorded dozens of gang-related murders in a single day.

Police said there had been 62 murders on Saturday, making it the most violent 24-hour period since the end of the civil war in 1992.

New laws restrict the right to gather, allow arrests without a warrant and the monitoring of communications.

Last year, the gang-plagued nation recorded 1,140 murders - a 30-year low.

However, that still equates to 18 deaths per 100,000 inhabitants.

In November, another spate of violence led to more than 40 people being killed within three days.

Hours before MPs voted on the new powers, which will remain in place for 30 days, police said four leaders of the Mara Salvatrucha

(MS-13) gang had been arrested over the spate of killings.

President Nayib Bukele, elected in 2019 on promises to fight organised crime and improve security, said: “We have had a new spike in homicides, something that we had worked so hard to reduce.

“While we fight criminals in the streets, we must try to figure out what is happening and who is financing this.”

The country “must let the agents and soldiers do their job and must defend them from the accusations of those who protect the gang members”, he added, in the statement tweeted by Congress president Ernesto Castro.

However, Juan Pappier, from the international campaign group Human Rights Watch, tweeted the measures were “very worrying, especially in a country where there

Police said they had arrested four leaders of the MS-13 gang ahead of the vote. are no independent democratic institutions”.

Authorities say the MS-13 and Barrio-18 gangs, among others, number about 70,000 members and are responsible for homicides, extortion and drug-trafficking.

Police said the latest bloodshed had left 12 people dead in the

central department of La Libertad, as well as nine each in the capital, San Salvador, and the western department of Ahuachapan, with the other killings spread around the country.

In April 2020, as coronavirus swept through the country, President Bukele imposed a 24/7

lockdown for imprisoned gang members after more than 50 people were killed in three days.

He argued that many of the murders were ordered from behind bars and said prisoners belonging to rival gangs would be made to share cells in a bid to break up lines of communication. (BBC)

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Oil prices drop as Biden considers releasing reserves OIL prices have fallen sharply after reports that the US is set to take new steps to bring down high fuel costs.

The Biden administration is reportedly considering the release of up to 180m barrels of oil in the coming months from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.

If confirmed, this will be the largest-ever release since the reserve was created in 1974.

The war in Ukraine has rocked global energy markets in recent weeks over concerns that supplies will be cut.

As markets opened in New York, US oil benchmark West Texas Intermediate was 5.3% lower at about $102 a barrel, while Brent Crude was also down by 5% at around $108.

The soaring cost of fuel has become a major political issue in the US ahead of mid-term elections

The war in Ukraine has rocked global energy markets in recent weeks over concerns that supplies will be cut. in November.

Without giving further details, the White House said that Mr Biden would deliver remarks at 13:30 local time (17:30 GMT) on Thursday, on “his administration’s

actions to reduce the impact of [Russian President Vladimir] Putin’s price hike on energy prices and lower gas prices at the pump for American families”.

News of the potential major release of oil by the US came as the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (Opec) and its allies including Russia met on

Thursday.

After just 12 minutes of deliberation, the group of major oil producing nations, which is known as Opec+, said it was sticking to its existing deal to gradually increase production.

“The consensus on the outlook pointed to a well-balanced market,” the group said in a statement.

“Current volatility is not caused by fundamentals, but by ongoing geopolitical developments.”

The cost of oil has jumped in recent weeks, with Brent Crude hitting $139 a barrel earlier this month after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and sanctions slapped on Moscow by the US and its allies.

Energy prices have fallen back since then, but Brent Crude is still almost 70% higher than it was a year ago.

Global energy supplies had been tightening for months as economies started to reopen as they relaxed pandemic lockdown measures.

That was made worse in recent weeks by expectations that Russian

oil exports could fall by as much as 3m barrels a day.

Russia is the world’s secondbiggest oil exporter after Saudi Arabia.

Most other major energy producing nations are either at full capacity or are unwilling to increase output.

The US, which is the world’s largest oil producer, is currently pumping out 11.7 million barrels of oil a day, but that is not enough to meet global demand.

Meanwhile, the International Energy Agency has called an emergency meeting for Friday.

It is unclear whether other IEA members - which include 29 nations such as the UK, France, Germany and Japan - will follow the US by releasing oil reserves.

Also on Thursday, Japan said that it would take emergency measures to secure supplies of seven strategic materials it relies on heavily from Russia or Ukraine as the war and sanctions cause disruptions to supplies.

Ukraine conflict: Russia to allow unauthorised imports from West Supreme Court judges ruled that President Kenyatta acted unlawfully but cannot be prosecuted as an individual.

Kenya’s BBI blocked in blow to President Uhuru Kenyatta IN a huge blow to President Uhuru Kenyatta, Kenya’s judges have once again blocked a governmentbacked plan to make fundamental changes to the constitution.

Supreme Court judges said the president had acted unlawfully when spearheading the reforms, known as the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI).

They said it should have been led by citizens - not a sitting head of state.

The defeat comes ahead of crucial elections in August.

Mr Kenyatta has already served two terms as president so will not stand in those polls, but had staked his legacy on the passing of this bill.

Among its key proposals was the introduction of a new post of prime minister. There had been speculation that Mr Kenyatta could seek this role should his rival-

turned-ally Raila Odinga win the presidency.

Thursday’s Supreme Court ruling rejected the government’s appeal against previous court verdicts that found the BBI bill to be irregular, illegal and unconstitutional.

Judges in the latest ruling said the BBI proposals also broke the constitution by creating new constituencies without public participation.

The government however was allowed to appeal against five other issues which were under consideration by the court. A final judgment will be read out next week.

However, there was some good news for President Kenyatta, as the Supreme Court dismissed an earlier judgment by the lower courts which had ruled that he could be prosecuted as an individual. (BBC)

RUSSIA is allowing imports without a trademark owner’s permission, in reaction to sanctions that have halted an array of Western products.

Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin approved “parallel imports” as part of a fourth package of support for small and mediumsized businesses.

The West’s response to Russia’s war has prompted a surge in inflation.

The prime minister said until now goods could not be sold in Russia without the trademark owner’s authorisation.

The aim of letting retailers import products without the companies’ permission, he explained, was to saturate the market so that people had fast access to necessary goods, guaranteeing supply despite the “unfriendly actions of foreign politicians”.

Lists of products were to be co-ordinated with the ministry of industry and trade, Mr Mishustin said in a televised address. Russian reports indicate they will focus on consumer products where prices have risen.

Annual inflation has soared this week to 15.66%, while the value of the rouble has fallen. Sugar in particular has been hit by price rises and shortages and Russia’s anti-monopoly service said it was investigating the country’s five

Russia’s prime minister said he wanted to saturate the market to create fast access to essential goods. biggest producers.

In a bid to prop up the currency, Russia announced last week that “unfriendly countries” would have to pay for their natural gas in roubles from Thursday.

The EU has rejected the idea and Germany said Chancellor Olaf Scholz had been told that Europe would be able to continue paying in euros to an unsanctioned Russian bank, which would then convert the money into roubles.

Hundreds of global brands such as Apple and H&M have also either pulled out of the Russian market or halted sales since the invasion of Ukraine began on 24 February.

Several companies have continued to provide basic

nutrition and hygiene items. Sports shop Decathlon said this week it was only closing its shops because of supply chain problems, while Nestle has suspended the sale of the “vast majority of volume and sales” in Russia.

In a separate development, Russian state institutions have been barred from buying foreign software from Thursday for so-called critical information infrastructure, without prior government consent.

The decree covers telecom and information systems used by government agencies, as well as companies in defence, healthcare, transport, energy and finance.

(BBC)

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TURKS AND CAICOS TOURIST BOARD

SENIOR PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board in the post of Senior Public Relations Officer. This position is based in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful candidate will plan, design and conduct or coordinate the public relations and communications programs, to promote the work of the Tourist Board and raise awareness of key issues nationally and to promote the TCI as a destination internationally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Press work: • Conduct research and identifying press stories • Drafting press releases, liaising with journalists, organizing press visits and familiarization trips.

• Work along with the international PR firm to coordinate press trips and other activities.

• Responding to press enquiries.

• Devise and coordinate photo opportunities, • Produce promotional videos, films, multi-media productions etc.

Advertising/marketing: • Write advertisement for promotions including magazines • Negotiating with magazines • Liaising with graphic designers, general public, the media and other strategic • Propose appropriate publications and assess proposals of representatives and agents Publicity/website management: • Management of the Tourist Board’s website including develop original content for website, write weekly blogs, update and add business listing, update event calendar and continuously ensure the website has accurate and updated information • Manage the Tourist Board’s guest blogger initiative by promoting the program and editing entries received, among other tasks.

• Respond to website queries including advertising requests • Produce an in-house publication and monthly newsletters.

• Manage and update the Board’s contact database through Constant Contact • Develop and update the Tourist Board’s social media pages on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and engage with visitors and potential visitors and promote the destination in creative and unique ways • Supports the Board’s Tourism Awareness efforts through the development and dissemination of relevant tourism information to schools, institutions and communities, and make presentation about tourism as requested in conjunction with the Training Division • Project work such as environmental awareness, eco-tourism, cruise ship industry • Represent the Tourist Board at national and international events • Write or edit speeches for key representatives of the Tourist Board.

• Host and source guest for Let's Talk Tourism bi-weekly talk show on Radio Turks and Caicos • Plan, develop and implement local public relations strategies that are link to and support the annual Marketing Plan of the Board • Manage the public relations budget on a quarterly basis • Collate and analyze media coverage, including social media, locally, regionally and internationally, and maintain the Board of Tourism’s media archives • Organize press briefings/conferences to publicize any major newsworthy activities in which the Board is engaging

• Respond to requests for information about the Board of Tourism’s activities • Be involved in managing crisis communications for the destination and the Board • Source and manage speaking and sponsorship opportunities • Foster good community relations through events such as opens days, involvement in community events, corporate sponsorships etc.

• Attend to administrative details with respect to destination marketing and PR activities on island • Comply with the policies, procedures and guidelines of the TCI Board of Tourism • Any other duties as directed by the Director of Tourism

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS • Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas: Communication, Business Management, Marketing, or Tourism Management, with at least 5 years relevant work experience including 2 years or more at supervisory level is desirable • OR a Associate in Mass Communications with at least 5 years relevant working experience, including supervisory or management level experience • Sound knowledge of local tourism products and services.

• High level of computer proficiency • Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent time management, organization and scheduling skills.

• Well developed, analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to interface effectively with all internal and external stakeholders including Government Ministries and departments • Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to Travel • Must be able to work extended hours, weekends and holidays WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The job is performed in an office environment most of the time and other time, out in the field • Results-driven environment • A dynamic tourism environment • Goal oriented environment within an environment of change and flux

SALARY:

Salary for this position is set at $44,067 annually and allowances For consideration please submit the following documents to Human Resources HR@turksandcaicostourism.com: • Cover Letter • Current Resume • Two (2) reference letters • Current Police Record • Resident Status

ONLY PERSONS SHORTLISTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED IN THIS REGARD. APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, 30TH MARCH 2022

April 2-8, 2022 DELBERT DON MISSICK

10 Grand View CL, Long Bay, Providenciales (TCI) Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER To clean the yard, water the plants, take out the garbage on a daily basis etc. Hours of work is 8hrs per day and 5 days per week.

Salary is $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 1-649-246-3402 Belongers are encourage to apply for the positions.

Work permit holder holds position.

29571

DELLA COLLYMORE Front Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CAREGIVER

Duties: Light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands.

To work 6 days a week.

SALARY: $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-5157

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board.

This is a renewal of work permit application. 29577

DIEUFRANC FENELUS The Bight 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.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-3925

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

29529

BONDY FIDELE VARIETY STORE Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

RECEIVING CLERK

Must be proficient in logistics, keep records and help with inventory control, assist with sales in store.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 344-4561

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29539

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TURKS AND CAICOS TOURIST BOARD

VISITOR RECEPTIONIST

An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board in the post of Visitor Receptionist. This position is based in Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful candidate will provide exceptional customer service and accurate tourism information to guests arriving by cruise ship; to respond to communication inquiries and requests as well as visitor complaints; to maintain the TCI Tourist Board’s presence at the Grand Turk Cruise Center, and to assist in the development of new tourism products for the destination, with special emphasis on the cultural tourism product.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage Board of Tourism Cruise Center booth and greet visitors arriving by cruise ship • Provide accurate tourism information on accommodations, tourist sites, culture, activities, dining, transportation, and any other relevant information • Distribute TCI tourism information including brochures, magazines, CD’s, etc.

• Stay alert to guest concerns and complaints related to arrival; keep supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems and unusual matters of significance, and make recommendations for how common complaints can be addressed • Maintain favorable working relationships with tourism partners, including cruise ship personnel, immigration and customs officers, taxi drivers, and car rental agents • Assist as needed in completing all functions necessary to ensure positive guest reception at the Cruise Center • Regularly research tourism information to ensure information provided is accurate, timely and up to date • Maintain high level of awareness of TCI tourism products, programs, activities and events • Monitor information queries and complaints about the TCI tourism product and/or services and respond promptly; report such complaints to supervisor or relevant authorities as appropriate • Assist in resolving poor customer service situations and report incidents to supervisor with a view toward minimizing repeat incidents • Act as front Office Clerk on non ship days • Recommend ways to enhance the customer experience at the cruise terminal, looking at all of the services provide • Comply with the policies, procedures and guidelines of the TCI Tourist Board • Perform other duties as directed by the Deputy Director of Tourism and the Director of Tourism

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS • High School education, two years of relevant experience, and thorough knowledge of the Turks and Caicos Islands tourism product • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills • Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership • Ability to be flexible in approach towards assignments and ambiguous guidelines • Excellent social and interpersonal skills • Problem-solving skills • Good health and high energy level WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work location may be split between the Board of Tourism office and the Grand Turk Cruise Center • Interface with tourists arriving to TCI, relevant government agents and departments, and tourism private sector entities • Ability to travel locally between office and Cruise Port, and regionally and internationally as needed • Ability to work flexible hours which may include early mornings, late nights, weekends and holidays

SALARY:

Salary for this position is set at $28,800 annually and allowances For consideration please submit the following documents to Human Resources HR@ turksandcaicostourism.com or submit to The Chairman, Turks and Caicos Tourist Board, Regent Grand, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands: • Cover Letter • Current Resume • Two (2) reference letters • Current Police Record • Resident Status

ONLY PERSONS SHORTLISTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED IN THIS REGARD. APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, 30TH MARCH 2022

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

CLASSIFIEDS 23 BLS MULTISERVICES AGENCY

BLUE PARROT

Acting on behalf of Prosper Construction, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Unit #1 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: 345-5113

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29554

Cleaning office complex.

Work hours are Mon-Fri, Weekends when call.

8am - 5pm.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

ALL RESUMES SHOULD BE SENT VIA EMAIL: INFO@DEMPSEYANDCOMPANY

CONTACT: 649-946-4344

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29526

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY – 246-7382 On Behalf of our Clients

BEAN AND LEAVES COFFEE SHOP

Gracebay, Providenciales PASTRY CHEF (New Position) Salary range: $24,000.00 annually Preparing bake good for the restaurant Must have at least 5 years’ experience Co-ordinate baking schedule to produce bread, cakes, pastries and other goods Must be able to work under pressure and detail oriented.

THE PELICAN BEACH HOTEL Bottle Creek, North Caicos LABOURER (Renewal) Salary: Salary pays $7 per hour A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Labourer with a resort or rental property. The individual has prioritization and time management skills with the ability to work with little supervision.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY

29407

DOC UWIN

Acting on behalf of

BRADLEY LOUIS

133 Aqua Marine Drive, Phase II - Providenciales is seeking to employ a TRADESMAN Responsible for carrying out a variety of maintenance duties.

Must have experience in handling hand power tools.

Basic Salary: $10.00 hourly Contact: (649) 347-1237

DAREN HINSON

House #20, New Subdivision, Five Cays Road is seeking to employ a TRADESMAN Perform general maintenance in and around the home.

Knows how to operate hand power tools.

Basic Salary: $8.00 hourly Contact: (649) 246-5942

BELONGERS ONLY THESE POSTINGS ARE FOR WORK-PERMIT HOLDERS.

29590

L & L TRUCKING

#3 SEA SAGE ROAD, LONG BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

MECHANIC

• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately • Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair maintain and upgrade • Conduct routine maintenance work • Schedule preventative maintenance • Repair or replace broken or dysfunctional parts • Provide accurate estimates for repair/maintenance job • Keep logs on work and issues • Maintain equipment and tools in good condition THIS AD IS IN SUPPORT OF A WORK PERMIT APPLICATION. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND THEIR RESUME TO LABOR DEPARTMENT AND HELLO@THEKFORCE.COM

CONTACT: 946-5855

29569

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MARKENLEY AMILCAR

TDMG CONCORDIA LTD

B9 One Season Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTERS

LABOURER

• Installing wooden structures such as roofing frames, rafters, partitions, joists and stud work.

• Designing and installing cabinets, shelving, fitted furniture, drywall and insulation.

• Adding fixtures and fittings such as door handles, locks, hinges and closures.

• Calculating the number of fasteners required for each job.

• Liaising with clients, suppliers and other construction professionals.

Responsible for carrying out all labourer duties around property Basic Salary: $6.50 hourly

WORK HOURS: 7AM TO 5PM. MONDAY TO SATURDAY $9-17 PER HR.

CONTACT: (649) 247-1776

QUALIFIED BELONGER CANDIDATES SHOULD SEND THEIR APPLICATIONS TO INFO@TDMGLTD.COM AND LABOUR DEPARTMENT

CONTACT: 649-941-3445

MARIE BELLE WILLIAMS

DEADLINE: APRIL 1ST, 2021

29576

Belongers are encouraged to submit their resume to the Labour Board. This post is for work permit holder 29586

MARIE SOLANGE WILLIAMS

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

HELPER

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-5980

CONTACT: 344-0981

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29616

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS MEP SOLUTIONS

999 Sam’s Building, Leeward Highway Unit #2 Is seeking to employ a

POOL CLEANER Clean Pool.

Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 946-5907

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

29584

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29617

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.75 Hourly Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

SUPERVISOR - $8.00 Hourly Plans, monitors, and appraises job results. Conducts training.

Implements and enforces systems, policies, and procedures.

MAGIC UPHOLSTERY SHOP

• • • •

Providenciales is seeking to employ an UPHOLSTER Examined furniture frames, upholstery, springs, and webbing to locate defects.

Fitted, installed, using hand tools, power tools, glue, or staples Measure and cut new covering materials.

Basic Salary: $8.50 hourly Contact: 332-1776

CAICOS VARIETY

Providenciales, is seeking to employ a PURCHASER • Responsible for purchasing goods/products and services.

• Basic Salary: 9.00 hourly • Contact: 247-1776 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY

29603

Industrial Drive, Opposite Pioneer's Cleaners, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

IS LOOKING FOR

3 MECHANICS

and tire rotation.

• Repair and replace brake pads, wheel bearings, sensors, and other parts.

• Perform routine maintenance and general mechanic work on vehicles.

• Prepared to get the additional certification as needed.

• Willingness to learn with hands-on training.

• Help keep repair shops clean and organized.

• Keep a professional appearance.

• Pay set @ $15 per hour

CONTACT: 6492414156 OR 649 941-4263 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY. THESE ARE FOR RENEWALS.

29578

CASHIER

• Manage transactions with customers using QB. • Scan goods and ensure pricing is accurate.

• Tend to customers query.

• Issue receipts, refunds, change or tickets.

• Cross-sell products and introduce new ones.

Assist with inventory management

• Rate $8/hr SALES OPERATIONS ANALYST • Minimum 3 yrs experience as sales Analyst. Expert at using QB is a must. Duties include: Analyse and track company reports, business projections and department metrics, etcetera.

• Identify customer needs and implement strategies

NTAB CONTRACTOR

CARPET LAYER

A FINISH CARPENTER IS REQUIRED • • • • • • •

Responsible for removing and installing carpets in homes, offices, and public buildings.

Salary: $15.00 Hourly

as teak, ipe, mahogany, balau, kapur, and bankirai Twenty years’ minimum experience Prepare schedules and take offs for processing material orders Inventory analysis of stocks Quality control of high end finished materials Electric vehicle maintenance Painting experience Salary range between $2,500.00 - $2,800.00 per month

INTERESTED AND QUALIFIED PERSONS SHOULD SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO RUSSELL AND ASSOCIATES (2004) LTD. 229 PRESTIGE PLACE, GRACE BAY ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS OR CONTACT US VIA EMAIL: DELTHIA@RUSSELLANDASSOCAITESLTD.COM; TELEPHONE: 649-244-3572.

APPLICANTS ARE ALSO ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR APPLICATION TO THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES. ONLY SHORT-LISTED PERSONS WILL BE CONTACTED.

29306

Leeward Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

On Behalf of our Client Love Pumpkin Ltd, Parrot Cay

Sound knowledge of commercial construction, tools, and materials Profound knowledge of carpentry tools and equipment for finishes Exceptional ability to interpret construction and fabrication drawings Supervise application of coatings to finished products Analyze carpentry work and carry out site alterations Establish appropriate dimensions of wood stock required for finished products • Proven experience for working with other technicians • Extensive knowledge and work experience with exotic woods such

• Develop and evaluate current business processes and implement operational improvement plans.

• Provide financial management support.

• Track, measure and resolve performance issues and risks.

• Salary: commensurate with experience/qualification.

CONTACT: TEL: 649-946-1278 / 1275 FAX:649-946-1101 / EMAIL: INFO@OLYMPIC.TC BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

RUSSELL AND ASSOCIATES • • • • • •

29564

WATERLOO RD, GRAND TURK, TCI

GENESIS AUTO MOBILE REPAIRS

• Hours of Work Monday to Friday 7 am -5 pm & Saturday 7 am to 3 pm • Perform maintenance and repair on customer vehicles.

• Identify problems with vehicles using the diagnostic equipment.

• Explain automotive repairs and issues and provide great customer service.

• Plan repair procedures using chart manuals and experience.

• Test the functionality of parts and systems • Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level checks,

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal 29600

Acting on behalf of

LABOURER - $6.75 Hourly Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY.

CONTACT: 649-941-3910 / 649-332-0012

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29583

DOC UWIN

NEMOURS SHELL AFFAIRS

CONTACT: 346-6466

• Must be able to drive multiple types of vehicles • Must be able to work on weekends, holidays and nights • Cleaning of car rentals • Full gasoline tank • Have a Valid Driver’s License • Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-333-0888

LOUISE STUBBS

DISHWASHER - $6.75 Hourly Washing dishes, pots, pans, and flatware, and resetting dining areas.

Renewal

VEHICLE PREP WORKER

Read Plans install fixtures, cabinets, windows and hang doors.

Salary: $8 hourly

Acting on behalf of

BUGALOOS

72 Old Airport Road, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

ALL SERVICES TCI

2 KITCHEN HELPERS $6.75 Hourly Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

Renewal

MYSTIQUE CAR RENTALS & TOURS LTD.

M.S CONSTRUCTION

1B TDMG Building, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 649-246-3151 29472

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29599

April 2-8, 2022

THE SOURCE LTD

NATASHA’S CONSULTANCY

203W Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of

C&S PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

LABORER-CLEANER, MAINTENANCE MAN

• • • • •

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

A Laborer-cleaner and a Maintenance man is needed to work along with our maintenance team. Duties include but are not limited to: basic maintenance Cleaning the outside of the villa and • Must be able to repair leaks, fill in gaps property as required on walls Collect and dispose of garbage and debris • Floor repairs and upkeep including removing leaves • Must be willing to take instructions and Assist with carrying watersports work along with the team equipment to and from the beach • Must have a clean police record Set up/disassemble equipment as • Compensation for these position starts at necessary $6.25 per hour.

Assist with trim carpentry and perform

THESE ADVERTS ARE FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL RESUME’S TO HR@THESOURCE.TC. RONALDSON FRANCOIS Glad Shark, Stingray St. 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 housework.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-343-2764 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29604

GREEN DIAMOND SALON & BAR Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

HAIRSTYLIST NAIL TECHNICIAN RECEPTIONIST BARTENDER WAITRESS Duties: As befitting the job.

Salary: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-5562

ROLSON LACOSSADE Snake Hill # 12, Millennium Highway Is seeking to employ a

LIVE IN NANNY Caring for my children, prepare their meal, wash their clothes, monitor them, washing, ironing, folding clothes, cooking and cleaning the house.

CONTACT: 342-2707 BELONGERS ONLY

29630

FREDELINE WELLINGTON Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

FASHION TOO

Unit #2 Alice & Alice Plaza, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-6745

- $10.00 Hourly Responsible for maintaining an organization’s key accounting records etc.

LOGWOOD CONTRACTORS

GT PETRO

East Suburbs , Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

PURCHASER

LABOURER

Responsible for purchasing products, materials and services.

Basic Salary: $7.50 hourly CONTACT: (649) 247-1776

Duties: To clean and maintain premises by removing all trash and debris inside and outside at job sites, assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

29615

K&A STRUCTURAL STEEL Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

• • • • •

STEEL ERECTOR

Reviewing technical plans.

Planning project assembly.

Cutting and shaping steel.

Installing and fixing steel. $9.00 Hourly

TRADE MAN

• Ensure measurement is correct.

• Build structures and frame work.

• Utilize wood; metal install cabinets shelves install molding.

• $9.00 Hourly

SARAH WILSON

PROVO’S QUALITY BUILDERS

MARC S. SALOMON

CARPENTER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Church Folly, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

The Quarry, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

CONTACT: 342-8357

CONTACT: 232-0045

CONTACT: 344-0851

2 TRADESMEN

CONTACT: 343-2348

BOOKKEEPING CLERK

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Duties: To care for an elderly. Person must be willing to work long Hours including Saturdays and Holidays.

Applicant must be kind and gentle, honest and reliable. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29612

Five Cays Road - 343-6204

Long Bay - 241-1072

GOOD QUALITY STORE

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour

A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

ERODE VARIETY STORE

- $10.00 Hourly Responsible for maintaining an organization’s key accounting records etc.

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY.

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

BOOKKEEPING CLERK

FRANKLYN MISICK

CLAYTON THOMAS TRADESMAN $10.00 Hourly Skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

POSITIONS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND RESUME TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT 29597

- $10.00 Hourly Answers telephone calls, Assist

Long Bay - 246-8463

- $10.00 Hourly Responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster.

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD.

T&C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

Whitby, North Caicos - Tel: 243-1257 CLEANER - $6.25 per hour Making beds, cleaning, folding linens etc

RECEPTIONIST

MY TIME TOURS

DRYWALL FINISHER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29598

TCI TECHNICAL CENTER

GOLDEN PELICAN VILLA

- $10.00 Hourly Setting up needed cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking. Cooking in various utensils or grillers.

SALE AGENT - $10.00 Hourly Present, promote and sell products/services.

Establish, develop and maintain positive business and customer relationships

Apply paints, and coatings to walls, new buildings, and other structural surfaces.

CONTACT: 231-4445

CHRISTOPHER & REBECCA DAVIES

Leeward Highway, Providenciales Tel: 333-1331 DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour General house chores etc

PERSONAL CHEF

- $10.00 Hourly Planning and selling transportations, accommodations, insurance and other travel services.

Belongers are encouraged to submit their resume to the Labour Board. This post is for work permit holder 29585

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

MARIO CAMPBELL

Blue Hills - 231-7363

PAINTER - $10.00 Hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29582

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board.

ThIs a First time work permit application.

29623

Leeward, Providenciales Tel: 941-8743 NANNY - Salary $450.00 weekly Care for twins, general house chores etc

TOUR REPRESENTATIVE

29511

Belongers are asked to send A copy of their resume to The Labour Board. These positions are Currently held by a work permit Holders.

29619

Guests office person, and emails.

29624

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Acting on behalf of

REGINALD STUBBS JOURNEYMAN $10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

LE COMPTON FRANCOIS COOK $10.00 Hourly Setting up workstations with all needed cooking equipment.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

CONTACT: 649-331-2251

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 29581

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Employment Services Office.A work permit holder currently holds this position.

29626

29607

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Duties: To Install Structures and fixtures, Doors, Windows, install roofing System and must be able to use electrical tools.

Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 347-8000

CONTACT: 649-242-8346

Middle Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-9595

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is Currently held by work permit holder.

29620

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs is A first time work permit application.

29621

Waterloo Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Front Street, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

E9 TAKE OUT

CYNARA JOHN

LABOURER

MAINTENANCE MAN

DOMESTIC WORKER

ERIC SKIPPINGS

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 247-2025

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

29625

Duties: To fix, maintain Building problems and yard.

Maintenance as necessary.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 94602981

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Employment Services Office. This position Is currently held by a work Permit holder.

29627

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour CONTACT: 232-4251

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs Position is currently held by A work permit holder. 29622

26 CLASSIFIEDS DIEUSEUL ST. VIL Blue Hills, 36 Lonely Way, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

KIRK'S ELECTRONIC & AC REPAIR Blue Hills Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PURCHASER

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

Responsible for purchasing products, materials and services Must be willing to work on weekends Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: 649-247-0171 OR STVIL@GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29553

CONTACT: (649) 346-6485

FOOTPRINT VACATION PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

GHISLAINE PLACIDE STUART

Belongers only apply This post is for work permit holder 29559

ELIE’S LANDSCAPING CLEANING SERVICES #10 BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

5 days a week.

Salary: $9.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-7124

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29549

GREGORY DEANE South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

#5 Hibiscus Lane, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

28 Villa Amore Thompson Cove Is seeking to employ a

COOK

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-1854

CONTACT: 242-1642

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: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-0643

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29573

KATIUSCA RODRIGUEZ 46 Reese St., Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

April 2-8, 2022

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ELITE GAMING 2A COURTYARD PLAZA Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER/BARMAID

Uphold customer service Maintain Bar Mix and serve drinks Clean and organize all areas including bathrooms TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK, WEEKENDS, HOLIDAY AND SHIFT WORK SALARY: 6.50 PER HOUR CONTACT: 244-8400 OR EMAIL: ELITEGAMEROSCHAD@GMAIL.COM Belongers are encourage to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This Position Is Currently Held By A Work Permit Holder.

29552

HANDY GUY CONSTRUCTION Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

ESSENCE OF BEAUTY PLUS / RAYCAL HANDFIELD

F&G OFFICE SUPPLIES PRODUCTS AND REPAIRS

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning and etc.

To work 5-6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

PAINTER

Millennium Heights Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 649-241-2228

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 29527

JP & AC LANDSCAPING Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

HANDYMAN

LANDSCAPER

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $7.50 Hourly

Responsible for maintaining gardens and lawns for both residential and commercial properties.

Basic Salary: $7.50 hourly

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-1377

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29483

KALL’S KICKIN’ KITCHEN Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

COOK

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: $6.50 Hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29533

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29521

CONTACT: 345-0174

CONTACT: (649) 332-1776

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29532

KENNETH & SON GARBAGE COLLECTION

LATISHA & SHERLICIA SHOP

LEW & JAN CONSTRUCTION

LILUCE TILE CONTRACTING

M & E RESTAURANT

Whitby, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

#28 Millennium Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

PURCHASER

CLEANER

TILE LAYER

COOK

DISCOVERY BAY ROAD, PROVO 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 housework.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

Pick up waste, dispose of trash, ETC. Applicant will work from Mon-Fri. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 242-9063

CONTACT: 649-242-8558

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29542

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29528

M&M SALON TIPS & BEAUTY SUPPLIES

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Responsible for the purchasing of products and services Basic Salary: $7.50 hourly

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: (649) 332-1776

CONTACT: 232-7317

Belongers only apply This post is for work permit holder 29561

Install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, countertops. Level the surface with a layer of mortar or plywood.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly CONTACT: 649-346-1897

CONTACT: 346-4243

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29545

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Responsible for preparing and creating meals following a set menu.

Basic Salary: $7.50 hourly CONTACT: (649) 332-1775

Belongers only apply This post is for work permit holder 29560

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29551

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29523

MARC PROFESSIONAL CLEANING SERVICES

MARIE CARMELLE SIMMONS

NMS BEAUTY SALON

P AND D CONSULTANCY

PASSION HAIR BOUTIQUE

#4 Francis Building, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Glass Shack, Paradise Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

HAIRSTYLIST

TRADESMAN

BABYSITTER

CASHIER

Clean the store, dusting, sweeping, mopping, clean ceiling vents, restroom cleaning, stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-4928

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently 29566 holds this position

Responsible for carrying out all maintenance duties on a contractual basis Basic Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 333-8280

Belongers only apply This post is for work permit holder 29562

#7 Sams Plaza, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

Acting on behalf of Fan-Art Photo Video Plus Ltd. Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

To carry out and assist with all babysitting duties such as caring for my little daughter during my absence when I am at work; and off and on minor house chores when and where needed.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

CONTACT: 347-7265

CONTACT: 345-8665

CONTACT: 331-4778

Position for first time work permit workers and belongers are encouraged liaise with Labour Employment department.

29538

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently 29543 holds this position

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal

29550

Belongers only apply This post is for work permit holder 29563

Travelers Stay, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

CONTACT: 244-3964

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29540

April 2-8, 2022

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REASEAM GEORGINA CUNNINGHAM KNOWLES Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

SEJOUR MEDGINE Five Cays, Residence #4 Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-243-0761

CONTACT: 649-346-7241

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29574

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29546

TURKS WAVE CAFE

VACANCIES

21 ridge Road, Turtle Cove Is seeking to employ a

WAITRESS

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment.

Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems. Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-339-5010

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29570

A1 PREMIUM CLEANING SERVICES #8 Stingray Street, Glass Shack, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Acting on behalf

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION STEEL MAN: $8-12 Hourly Install iron or steel girders, columns etc.

11Wilson Cl. Blue Hills Tel: 649-346-0002 DISCOUNT AUTO PARTS LABOURER: $6.25 Hourly Patch tires, fix tires, etc.

Blue Hills opposite to Fortis Plant Tel: 649-347-2093 WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION TILE LAYER: $ 6.25 Hourly Install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, etc.

Miracle Cl., Millennium Highway Tel: 241-5138 ONLY BELONGER APPLY & RENEWAL WORK PERMIT 29265

ADNER LOUIS Behind Mara, Blue Hills, Bible Street Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning upholstery, carpets, pressure cleaning, etc.

Salary: $7 hourly

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-4902

CONTACT: 231-0845

SPEND WISE VARIETY STORE Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of

ISSAKA BASHIRU

CLEANER

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. $6.25 Hourly

STORE CLERK

Selling products and providing customer service. Greet customers and guide them in finding products they want to buy. $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 348-2026

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO 29548 THE LABOUR BOARD

TCI DISTRIBUTORS

DOC UWIN

55 Long Bay Road, Providenciales is seeking to employ a TRADESMAN Responsible for carrying out a variety of maintenance duties.

Must have experience in handling hand power tools.

Basic Salary: $8.00 hourly Contact: (649) 232-9700

TURKS WAVE CAFE

Walter Cox Drive, Kew Town is seeking to employ a COOK Responsible for preparing meals following a set menu Must be able to work in fast-paced environment Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly Contact: (649) 347-4782

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT THEIR RESUMES TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE POSTINGS ARE FOR WORK-PERMIT HOLDERS.

29587

WILL-DELLO SEYMOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER

MASON

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning of house, laundry and other duties. Salary: $6.50 Hourly

Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working.

Block laying, interior and exterior plastering on buildings.

Salary: $8.50 Hourly

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

Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-946-2475

CONTACT: 649-231-6601

CONTACT: 241-9128

CONTACT: 241-9743

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29522

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29575

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29534

ALL SERVICES TCI

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

D&H CONSTRUCTION

CLIFTON KING

Acting on behalf of YUNIQUE GIFTS

Supervising the tourist shop. Plans, monitors, and appraises job results. Conducts training. Implements and enforces systems, policies, and procedures.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

SUPERVISOR

6 TRADESMEN A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

TRADESMAN A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $9.00 Hourly

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 346-6466

CONTACT: 649-346-0002

CONTACT: 341-8493

Mary Jane Lane, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CRAIG ARCHIBOLD

DONALD KNOWLES

JOHN GODET

L.M VARIETY STORE

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DENIECE OWUSY

1 LABOURER 1 DOMESTIC WORKER

LABORER

1 LABOURER 1 DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning outside the property with a sweeper, picking up yard waste and collecting leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $7 per hourly

Applicant must be honest, reliable and willing to work.

General housework, washing, ironing and cleaning.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 341 12 99

CONTACT: 243-3431

CONTACT: (649) 241 84 60 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

29595

CONTACT: 245 64 39

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29592

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

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

A work permit holder currently holds this position 29572

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29609

DUTIES: Cleaning outside the property with a sweeper, picking up yard waste and collecting leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $7 per hourly

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department.

A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29537

WENDEL EWING

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29610

His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets.

Salary: $6 per hourly

CONTACT: (649) 339-8243 EMAIL: HR@TCIDIST.COM

162 Robinson Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

WARESTON L. STUBBS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29614

DOMESTIC WORKER

Must be versed in logistics, keep records, assist with inventory control and sales inquiries.

Foodservice experience.

Experience with QuickBooks, FreshByte and Microsoft Office Valid driver’s license, police certificate and current passport.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

Leeward Palms, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29608

Back Salina Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

RECEIVING CLERK

Discovery Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

VELMA VIRGIL

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29618

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

South Dock Road 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.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $7 per hourly

CONTACT: 241 15 29

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

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

29596

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

A work permit holder currently holds this position. 29593

Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29602

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets.

Salary: $7.50 hourly CONTACT: (649) 348-9099

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

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

29591

ESTEL PLUMBING #24 Leeward Highway 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.

To work 5 days per week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-0397

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

29601

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April 2-8, 2022

Willis celebrates the book launch of Demi Moore’s memoir with their three daughters and his wife, Emma (second from right).

Bruce Willis gives up acting due to brain disorder aphasia BRUCE Willis will step away from his acting career after being diagnosed with aphasia, a condition that impedes a person’s ability to speak and write.

The actor’s family, including his wife Emma Heming-Willis and ex-wife Demi Moore, announced his condition on Instagram on Wednesday.

Aphasia is “impacting his cognitive abilities”, the statement

said.

Willis, 67, is best known for playing John McClane in the Die Hard films, which made him a star.

“With much consideration Bruce is stepping away from the career that has meant so much to him,” his family wrote in a joint statement.

“This is a really challenging time for our family and we are so appreciative of your continued love, compassion and support.”

Willis has five daughters, three with Ms Moore and two with Ms Heming-Willis.

His acting career began in the early 1980s but he did not become a household name until later in that decade - first after starring opposite Cybill Shepherd in the ABC TV series Moonlighting and then in his 1988 performance as John McClane in the first Die Hard film.

Matt Smith as Prince Daemon Targaryen in “House of the Dragon.”

‘Game of Thrones’ prequel series ‘House of the Dragon’ to premiere in August IT’S almost time to get fired up for “The House of the Dragon.”

The “Game of Thrones” prequel series, based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” will premiere Aug. 21 on HBO, the network announced Wednesday.

“House of the Dragon” is set 200 years before the events of “Game of Thrones” and focuses on House Targaryen, ancestors of Emilia Clarke’s Daenerys Targaryen

character.

The series stars Paddy Considine, Olivia Cooke, Matt Smith, Emma D’Arcy, Fabien Frankel, Rhys Ifans, Steve Toussaint, Eve Best and Sonoya Mizuno.

Martin announced in February that production on the first season had wrapped.

“I have seen rough cuts of a few of them, and I’m loving them,” he wrote in a blog on his personal

website. “Of course, a lot more work needs to be done. Special effects, color timing, score, all the post production work. But the writing, the directing, the acting all look terrific. I hope you will like them as much as I do.”

HBO chief Casey Bloys previously told Variety that “it’s probably a pretty good bet” there will be more than one season of “House of the Dragon.” (NYDailynews)

Will Smith (right) hits presenter Chris Rock on stage.

Smith refused to leave Oscars after slapping Chris Rock, Academy says WILL Smith was asked to leave the Oscars ceremony on Sunday after he slapped Chris Rock on stage, but the movie star refused, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Wednesday.

The Academy said it would initiate “disciplinary proceedings” against Smith for violating the its code of conduct.

The posh group’s board of governors met Wednesday to discuss the next steps after Smith walked on stage and slapped Rock. The comedian made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith, who has alopecia, starring in “G.I. Jane 2” because Demi Moore’s title character famously had very short hair in the original film.

Smith won the Oscar for best actor minutes later for his performance in “King Richard.”

Whoopi Goldberg, a member of the board, said Smith wouldn’t have that Oscar taken away but would face “big consequences.”

“There are consequences,” Goldberg said Tuesday on “The View.” “Nobody is OK with what happened. Nobody, nobody, nobody. What’s happening is people are now starting to calm down and say, ‘Wait a minute, what could have triggered this?’”

Only Roman Polanski, Bill Cosby and Harvey Weinstein have been expelled from the Academy before. Still, Polanski and Weinstein kept their Oscars. Cosby never won one.

The Academy only adopted a code of conduct in 2017. It said Wednesday that disciplinary

actions against Smith could include suspension, expulsion or “other sanctions.”

Because the Academy has a formal disciplinary process, Smith has until April 18 to respond in writing and argue his side of the story. On April 18, the Academy governors will meet again and vote on how to sanction Smith.

The Academy will likely be careful to follow its specific process because Polanski tried to sue his way back into the organization by arguing it didn’t follow its own rules when expelling him. The disgraced director failed, and his suit was dismissed in 2019.

“Things unfolded in a way we could not have anticipated,” the Academy said Wednesday. “While we would like to clarify that Mr. Smith was asked to leave the ceremony and refused, we also recognize we could have handled the situation differently.”

However, previous reports citing unnamed Academy sources said that the group was simply too stunned by what occurred and didn’t know what to do next. Smith was seen speaking with Denzel Washington and Bradley Cooper, among others, after he slapped Rock.

“Denzel said to me a few minutes ago, he said, ‘At your highest moment, be careful. That’s when the devil comes for you,’” Smith said during his acceptance speech. “I want to apologise to the Academy, I want to apologize to all my fellow nominees.”

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Jeff Bridges doing ‘terrific,’ months after announcing cancer remission The “Big Lebowski” star, 72, took to Twitter in October 2020 to reveal his cancer diagnosis.

THE Dude is do-ing great.

Jeff Bridges at a virtual panel Tuesday for his series, “The Old Man,” said he feels “terrific” months after confirming his lymphoma

is in remission, The Wrap reports.

Bridges’ new FX series sees the actor portraying a character contending with Alzheimer’s, which he told

the panel was “made more mature” by his own medical hardships.

“In times like that, it seems like all your philosophies and spirituality comes to you.

It tests you,” said Bridges, according to The Wrap. “I’ve always approached life the same way, [but this] made things sharper.”

The “Big Lebowski” star, 72, took to Twitter in October 2020 to reveal his cancer diagnosis. “As the Dude would say.. .New S**T has

come to light,” he tweeted at the time, noting that though the disease is “serious,” he had “a great team of doctors and the prognosis is good.”

Bridges at the time was getting ready to start treatment and vowed to keep fans posted.

By January 2021, the Oscar winner said his cancerous tumor had “drastically shrunk” and by the fall, fans were relieved to learn his cancer was in remission. (Jeff Bridges)

N O T I C E REGULATION 8 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 2018 An Application, REGISTERED PR 15987, by Molo Hotel (Turks & Caicos) Ltd for the development of a European Model Seven (7) Storey Hotel Development comprising of Two Hundred and Seven (207) Bedrooms, Three (2) Swimming Pools, Bars, Hot Tub, Kitchen, Twenty-Three (23) Cabanas, Restaurants, Spa, Gym, Wellness Center, Shops and Back of House. A Modular Construction System Structure on Block and Parcel 60813/17,18 has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on parcel 60813/17,18 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales.

Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

Date: March 30, 2022

Tom Parker and wife Kelsey Hardwick in 2016.

Tom Parker: The Wanted singer dies aged 33 THE Wanted star Tom Parker has died at the age of 33 after being diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, the British boy band have announced.

The singer told fans in October 2020 that he had an inoperable tumour.

His wife Kelsey Hardwick wrote on Instagram: “Our hearts are broken.” The pair had two young children together.

She added: “Tom was the centre of our world. We can’t imagine life without his infectious smile and energetic presence.”

Her post continued: “We are truly thankful for the outpouring of love and support and ask that we all unite to ensure Tom’s light continues to shine for his beautiful children.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported in his care throughout, he fought until the very end. I’m forever proud of you.”

The couple married in 2018 and had a daughter, Aurelia Rose, and a son,

Bodhi.

The band said they were “devastated” by Parker’s death and that they were with him and his family at his side when he died.

The Wanted formed in 2009, with Parker, Max George, Siva Kaneswaran, Nathan Sykes and Jay McGuiness.

They had two UK number one singles - Glad You Came and All Time Low - and eight other top 10 hits including Chasing The Sun, Heart Vacancy and Lightning.

Kaneswaran also wrote his own post on Instagram, saying: “Hey Tom, hope you’re having a blast up there.

“I am so grateful that I had a chance to witness your true courage. It has been a pleasure of my life Tommy Boy. “Thank you for letting us see you light up the world.

Talk to you soon and see you later. Love you brother x.”

Parker posted a picture with his bandmates earlier this week, simply stating: “Dream team.” (BBC)

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Ed Sheeran joined Camila Cabello on stage for their duet Bam Bam.

CONCERT FOR UKRAINE: Refugees’ stories centre stage at £12m charity show THE moving words of Ukrainian refugees and a performance by the country’s 2016 Eurovision-winning singer provided powerful moments as a star-studded concert in Birmingham raised £12.2m.

Pop superstars like Ed Sheeran, Camila Cabello and Emeli Sande were among the artists at the Concert For Ukraine.

Jamala gave an impassioned rendition of her Eurovision-winning track 1944.

And the stories of two Ukrainians were put centre stage when they were read by actors Tamsin Greig and Eddie Marsan.

Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti accompanied the actors as they delivered the harrowing accounts of fleeing the Russian invasion.

Friday Night Dinner actress Greig read the words of Natalya, who spent three days sheltering in a basement in Kharkiv before leaving on an overcrowded train, later finding out her apartment block and university had been destroyed.

Then, Marsan voiced the words of Artem, who spent four days travelling to Romania with his traumatised children.

Benedetti’s haunting performance merged seamlessly with a viral video of Ukrainian violinist Illia Bondarenko playing a folk song while sheltering in a basement, accompanied virtually by 94 other violinists from around the world.

That segment provided a sobering perspective on

a night when some of the biggest names in music delivered performances that ranged from the sombre to the uplifting.

Jamala received one of the loudest cheers of the night when she held up the Ukrainian flag that she had been holding throughout her performance.

The singer herself fled Kyiv with her children at the start of the war. “It was really hard, but I am here,” she told ITV beforehand.

“Thank you so much to all musicians for supporting Ukraine, for standing with Ukraine, because it’s really important for us.”

Her song 1944 was inspired by her greatgrandmother, who was among thousands of Tatars who were forcibly deported from Crimea by Russian dictator Joseph Stalin during World War Two. Lyrics about “fighting against all odds” took on a new resonance as Sheeran performed his hit Perfect.

“Thank you so much for coming,” he told the 8,000-strong audience at the Resorts World Arena.

“It’s such an important cause and I’m so honoured to be here.”

He then joined CubanAmerican superstar Camila Cabello to perform their duet Bam Bam live for the first time.

She said: “We’re all praying tonight for the peace and the safety of the people in the Ukraine. Thank you guys so much for being a part of this super-important fundraiser.”

Singer-songwriter Tom

Odell performed his ballad Another Love, which has become adopted as an anthem of solidarity among Ukrainians on social media.

Welsh rock band The Manic Street Preachers resurrected their 1998 number one single If You Tolerate This, Your Children Will Be Next - a message that originally appeared on a recruiting poster for international volunteers to fight fascists during the Spanish Civil War in the 1930s.

Nile Rodgers, Snow Patrol, Anne-Marie, Becky Hill, Gregory Porter, Paloma Faith and the Kingdom Choir also appeared, some with blue and yellow backdrops on screens, and performing next to piles of sunflowers.

There was also a recorded message from US star Billie Eilish and brother and collaborator Finneas O’Connell, who sent their “support and solidarity”.

The event was broadcast live on ITV and STV. As well as millions of pounds of public donations, the broadcasters donated an estimated £3m of advertising revenue. Another £250,000 was generated by ticket sales.

The funds will go to the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC)’s humanitarian appeal.

The event was organised in three weeks by Guy Freeman from Livewire Pictures, who told BBC Breakfast on Tuesday that the artists and others from the music and TV industries had not hesitated to donate their time.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE A&G ELECTRICAL #56 Long Bay Hills, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

ELECTRICIAN

Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems.

Inspect transformers and circuit breakers.

Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices.

Salary: $10.00 hourly

CONTACT: 231-4619

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29541

MYRNA-LISA’S DISPOSABLES AND CLEANING SERVICES 29 Parade Avenue, Downtown, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

DUTIES: Construct, repair, and install building frameworks and structures made from wood and other materials.

RATE OF PAY: $308.00 PER WEEK

CONTACT: (649) 246-4882

These applications are for a Renewal Work Permits.

Belongers with the qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply at the Labour Department, Providenciales, TCI.

29517

ALCIUS JULIEN Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

ALEXANDRA MISSICK

Apt #1 Chick-o-willy Cl, Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 344-1177

CONTACT: 246-9511

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29524

ADVERTISE

IN THIS SPACE! ONLY

$33 PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

29568

VALERI STORE Duck Yard, Kew Town, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

BUTCHER

DUTIES: Cut and trim meat from larger, wholesale portions into steaks, chops, roasts and other cuts. RATE OF PAY: $308.00 PER WEEK CONTACT: (649) 341-1406

This application is for a FirstTime Work Permit. Belongers with the qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply at the Labour Department, Providenciales, TCI. 29513

IS URGENTLY LOOKING FOR A

FLORIST Applicant must have experience as a Floral Assistant or Florist. Must have extensive knowledge of tropical flowers, foliage and potted plants, including their names, seasonal availability and lifespan. Candidates must have experience using current styles in floral design while at the same time understanding the traditional use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc. salary commensurate with experience.

CONTACT: 231-3788

ABIGAELLE BARBER & SALON

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

BRUTUS LANDSCAPING

F & S QUALITY CLEANING SERVICES

Sam Harvey’s Building, Downtown, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

#61 Seaside Road, Long Bay Road, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

BEAUTICIAN

2 LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS

CONTACT: (649) 246-6125

CONTACT: (649) 343-1420

CONTACT: (649) 341-7375

ALL STYLE HAIR CUT BARBER SHOP

ART CONTRACTING

BEAUTY SECRET LOUNGE

BARBER

4 LABOURERS

DUTIES: Curls, cuts and colors hair, make-up application, eyebrows tinting, manicures and pedicures.

RATE OF PAY: $300.00 PER WEEK These applications are for FirstTime Work Permits. Belongers with the qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply at the Labour Department, Providenciales, TCI. 29515

#7 Black Crow, Kew Plaza, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, or giving shaves. Sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. $7 hourly

COSMETOLOGIST

Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services. $7 hourly

CONTACT: 441-3791

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY RENEWALS 29512

DUTIES: Design attractive and functional public parks, gardens, playgrounds, residential areas and commercial spaces.

RATE OF PAY: $308.00 PER WEEK

These applications are for FirstTime Work Permits. Belongers with the qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply at the Labour Department, Providenciales, TCI. 29516

121 Man O’War Road, Long Bay Hills, PLS Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-1220

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29531

Oasis Road, Long Bay, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

CLEANING SUPERVISOR DUTIES: Scheduling and coordinating staff, performing specialized services to ensure all areas and equipment are clean.

RATE OF PAY: $308.00 PER WEEK

This application is for a FirstTime Work Permit. Belongers with the qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply at the Labour Department, Providenciales, TCI. 29514

Unit #8B, Cinema Plaza, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID

Taking food orders, serving customers.

Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-0640 / 247-1957

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29567

NOTICE REGULATION 8 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 2018 An Application, REGISTERED PR 15987, by Molo Hotels (Turks and Caicos) Ltd. for the development of a European Model (EP) Seven Story Hotel Development containing: 207 Bedrooms, Swimming Pools, Bars, Hot Tub, Kitchen, Cabanas, Restaurants, Spa, Gym, Wellness Center, Shops and Back of House Facility. A Modular Construction System Structure will be used for the Bedroom Units, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Outline Development Permission on parcel 60813/17&18, The Bight, Providenciales.

Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

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FAMILYCARE MEDICAL IS HIRING! We are looking for qualified candidates to fill the following roles in Providenciales:

CASH POSTING COORDINATOR (CASHIER) ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking a Cash Posting Coordinator (Cashier) to join our growing team. This role will be responsible for the daily reconciliation of payments made to our clinic. The Cash Posting Coordinator will support the business segment(s) from an accounts receivable perspective. The position’s primary focus is to ensure prompt and accurate cash applications, assist in collection efforts and create reports & analyses to minimize accounts receivable outstanding.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Responsible for collecting the correct payment amount on outstanding accounts.

• Collaborate with Finance Manager to manage receivables.

• Post all cash from financial assistance and patient payments.

• Communicate with carriers, payers, clients, and facilities to get the maximum payment on accounts.

• Research, identify and resolve incorrectly processed claims.

• Achieve a complete resolution on denials, underpaid or refund requested accounts.

• Correctly respond to all health care correspondence within 72 hours.

• Correctly and timely appeal under unpaid claims.

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

appointments and arranging other ancillary support services.

• Maintain and updates customer information as necessary.

• Ensures that supplies are sufficient to perform their duties, maintains equipment in proper place after usage, and maintains workspace in an orderly fashion.

REQUIREMENTS: • 3+ years of experience in a customer service or sales position.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Customer-centric orientation.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• A high degree of empathy.

• A “solutions-oriented” mindset.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Medical knowledge/experience is preferred.

• Comfortable with continuous process improvement and change as our company grows and evolves.

• Strong computer navigation skills.

Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

REQUIREMENTS: • 2+ years of experience as a Cashier / Cash Poster.

• Experience in general accounting.

• Knowledge of accounts receivable.

• Ability to evaluate options and to make efficient decisions.

• Organizational skills sufficient to maintain consistently accurate records.

• Computer skills that include proficiency with spreadsheets and use of the internet, as well as word processing, and efficient use of the internet and e-mail.

• Prior experience in a medical environment (preferred.)

• Associate degree in accounting (preferred.)

FRONT DESK RECEPTIONIST

Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience

RESPONSIBILITIES:

To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE AGENT/OFFICE ADMIN ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking a multi-talented and customer-focused person to provide support for our patients. This role will be a mix of customer service and office management responsibilities, providing top-notch service to all visitors and assisting with day-to-day office duties. The Customer Service Agent will act as a point of reference to our patients. The ability to provide exceptional customer service will truly make a difference in the lives of our clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide solutions and guide patients through the clinic’s processes.

• Perform office management tasks on own initiative as well as under the direction of the office manager.

• Resolve customer questions, complaints, and collections inquiries in a professional, helpful manner.

• Respond to and resolve, on the first call or email, customer service inquiries, and issues by identifying the topic and type of assistance the caller needs.

• Supports patients with care coordination, such as scheduling doctors’

ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking a unique, enthusiastic individual with excellent communication to join our team as a Front Desk Receptionist. The Receptionist will be the face of the organization. As a master multi-tasker with excellent communication skills and an upbeat attitude for our medical practice, this role will assist the members of the management team and all visitors by handling office tasks, providing polite and professional assistance in-person, by phone, mail, and e-mail, and generally being a helpful and positive presence in the workplace.

• • • • • • • • • •

Run the operations of the front desk and show initiative in doing so.

Ensure high-quality customer service.

Schedule and confirm appointments and follow-up visits.

File all patient records daily and pull patient files for the next day’s appointments.

Take initiative and design solutions to various issues.

Keep reception area tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and materials.

Assist with billing and claims.

Assist other administrative staff with support overflow work, including word processing, data entry, and Internet research tasks.

Run errands as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: • 1-2 years of experience as a Front Desk Receptionist or Administrative Assistant.

• Ability to follow directions.

• Punctual and reliable.

• Experience with customer service.

• Professional, well-kept appearance.

• Prior experience with administrative work.

• Proficient computer knowledge.

• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.

• Maintain a positive attitude.

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FAMILYCARE MEDICAL IS HIRING! CONTINUED We are looking for qualified candidates to fill the following roles in Providenciales: Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

OFFICE MANAGER ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a full-time Office Manager to join our growing team. The Office Manager will oversee all aspects of the administrative operations of our ambulatory care facility.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: • Support medical practice operations by maintaining office systems and supervising all non-clinical staff and processes.

• Collaborate on the development, implementation, and monitoring of business operation plans.

• Establish and monitor business processes to support effective and efficient clinical operations applying evidence-based quality improvement methods as necessary.

• Management of financial, personnel, equipment operations.

• Develop, implement, and oversee systems for the purchase of materials and equipment, evaluate the need for additional and replacement capital equipment related to operations.

• Collaborate with unit heads to manage the delivery of world-class medical services in the facilities.

• Develop and implement key performance indicators, policies, and procedures to achieve organizational goals.

• As the organization grows, you may be required to build and manage a team.

REQUIREMENTS: • Master's degree in health care administration, public health, business administration, or another relevant area.

• 3-5 years of experience in the administration of a health care organization • Strong financial acumen, analytical, organizational, and communication skills • Knowledge of Health and Safety laws and best practices • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced ever-changing environment and work well under pressure Salary: $50,000pa To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

OBSTETRICIAN/GYNAECOLOGIST ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking an experienced OB-GYN who is passionate about caring for women and treating their medical needs. As an OB-GYN, this role will test, treat, diagnose, and monitor disorders and illnesses related to women's health and their reproductive systems. The OB-GYN will perform exams and procedures, counsel patients, and treat women through their entire pregnancy terms and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Interview new patients to assess their symptoms, needs, or problems; record and utilize their medical history for diagnosis.

• Perform minor surgical procedures in the procedure room.

• Perform well-women exams that include pap smears, pelvic, and breast exams.

• Conduct follow-ups with patients to monitor and track their condition.

• Counsel patients on safe sex practices and preventative medicine practices.

• Monitor and treat patients during pregnancy and childbirth, including prenatal advising up to delivery and postnatal care for non-complicated pregnancies.

• Order and analyze necessary tests, screenings, biopsies, scans, etc. to effectively diagnose a problem.

• Direct, advise, and supervise medical staff in the clinic.

• Advise patients concerning diet, hygiene, and methods for the prevention of disease.

• Refer patients to a medical specialist or another practitioner for specialized treatment.

• Continue personal education on current medical practices and innovations by reading medical journals, attending conferences, etc.

Requirements: • Doctor of Medicine degree.

• 4-year OB-GYN residency.

• Valid license to practice in current jurisdiction of residence.

• 2+ years practicing medicine in a hospital or private practice.

• Proficient at patient charting and knowledgeable in relevant charting computer programs.

• Compassionate and personable with an exemplary bedside manner.

• Sound judgment and expert decision-making abilities.

• Ability to discuss sensitive information with patients and families.

• Ability to provide a calm presence for patients in distress.

Salary: $66,000pa To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

PEDIATRICIAN ABOUT US: Founded in 2010, FamilyCare Medical Services is one of the largest private healthcare providers in the Turks and Caicos Islands. We offer a full range of primary and preventative healthcare services to thousands of residents and visitors yearly. We are currently expanding and innovating to serve our community in new and interesting ways. You are invited to join our small (approximately 15 persons) but rapidly growing team during this exciting period. By developing our capacity within your area of expertise and partnering with others on the team, you will have the opportunity to help us build a world-class service in new and interesting ways.

ABOUT THE ROLE: We are seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Paediatrician to be a part of our team. The Paediatrician will be responsible for providing complete, comprehensive clinical care for infants, children, and teenagers. The Paediatrician will provide clinical care services including diagnosis, treatment, coordination of care, preventative, and health care maintenance. This role will work collaboratively with all providers as a multi-disciplinary team to provide comprehensive, compassionate health care to our younger patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide care from birth to early adulthood for the health of infants, children, and teenagers.

• Diagnose and treat a variety of ailments specific to young people and track patients' growth to adulthood.

• Prescribe and administer treatment plans, including medications and therapies.

• Administer vaccinations.

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FAMILYCARE MEDICAL IS HIRING! CONTINUED We are looking for qualified candidates to fill the following roles in Providenciales: home visits.

• Prescribe and interpret tests and other diagnostic procedures as needed.

• Work with different health care workers, such as nurses and other physicians, to assess and treat children with various ailments and dayto-day illnesses that are common to children-minor injuries, infectious diseases, and immunizations.

• Offer consultation and education to the families, caregivers, and guardians to minimize the impact of any medical condition on the patient.

• Expands and maintains rapport with the medical community in the service area.

• Actively seeks to broaden our referral network.

REQUIREMENTS: • Doctor of Medicine degree.

• 4-year Paediatrician residency.

• Valid license to practice in current jurisdiction of residence.

• 2+ years’ experience as a Paediatrician.

• In-depth knowledge of children’s epidemiology and infectious diseases.

• Up to speed knowledge of drugs/medication appropriate for children and their side effects.

• Proficient at patient charting and knowledgeable in relevant charting computer programs.

• Compassionate and personable with an exemplary bedside manner.

• Sound judgment and expert decision-making abilities.

• Ability to discuss sensitive information with patients and families.

• Ability to provide a calm presence for patients in distress.

Salary: $66,000pa To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

GENERAL PRACTITIONER ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a passionate General Practitioner/Internist/ER Physician to join our growing company. This position will be responsible for providing primary care services to patients by taking a history, doing physical examinations and diagnoses as well as prescribing and administering treatment. The General Practitioner will help develop and implement population health programs as well as lead/collaborate in other initiatives to help serve the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide initial and continuing medical care.

• Provide diagnosis, treatment, and help prevent common diseases that occur in the general population.

• Create preliminary diagnoses and refer patients to specialists if necessary.

• Create plans for health programs, implement prevention and treatment for patients' common diseases.

• Provide home visits.

• Take on-call duties as scheduled.

• Promote health education, hygiene, and disease prevention.

• Intake records and maintain patient information, for diagnostic and referral as needed.

• Requests laboratory tests and procedures as an aid in diagnostic procedures.

• Educate patients and significant parties about procedures and test results.

• Stay updated on recent medical developments.

• Provide public health services using a community development model to enhance health outcomes, improve services and infrastructure.

REQUIREMENTS: • MBBS or equivalent.

• Current registration in current jurisdiction of residence.

• 2 to 4 years of experience as a General Practitioner or Family Medicine.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Always displays a professional and approachable demeanor.

• Maintain superior “bedside manner” and patient/customer service skills.

• Basic computer skills.

Salary: $60,000pa To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com

GENERAL REGISTERED NURSE ABOUT THE ROLE: We are looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) who is compassionate, hardworking, and ready to join our growing team by serving our patients.

The RN will be a responsible and well-trained professional who gives the best nursing care with little supervision. The RN will follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently delivering health services the FamilyCare Way. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Assess and evaluate patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.

• Monitor reactions and patient progress.

• Educate patients and/or caregivers on disease process and medications.

• Demonstrate proper infection control techniques and follows universal precautions.

• Schedule follow-up appointments for patients.

• Notify the physician and other personnel of change in the patient's condition.

• Update clinical records according to policy and procedures.

• Update knowledge and skills by attending in-service programs, continuing education programs, seminars, and self-study programs annually.

• Adhere to safe nursing practice standards.

• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to devise individualized care plans for residents.

• Maintain professionalism with patient and client staff.

• Maintain inventories of medical supplies and medicines.

• Provide a holistic approach to health care that includes care planning and case conferencing with patients who have a chronic disease.

REQUIREMENTS: • Proven experience as a registered nurse (R.N.) with a current license in current jurisdiction of residence.

• Prior experience as a Midwife or in the ER setting.

• Excellent knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures.

• Work positively and favorably with patients, families, and staff.

• Knowledgeable about medications to be administered.

• Responsible and compassionate.

• Dialysis training is an asset.

Salary: $42,000pa To be considered for this position, please email CVs to t.bewaji@ familycaretci.com BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

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ERB CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION LABOURER $6.25-$8.00 Hourly Assist mason, carpenter, lift heavy things, etc.

4B North Side Blue Hills Tel: 649-331-1067 COWDREY LIGHTBOURNE LABOURER: $6.25 Hourly Clean yard, sweep yard, cut trees, wash cars, etc. #46B Paradise Road, Glass Shack Tel: 649-431-2388 TEAM WORK CONSTRUCTION MASON: $ 7-10 Hourly Plaster, put blocks, etc. #6 Tana Road Five Cays Tel: 649-331-3837

ONLY BELONGER APPLY & RENEWAL WORK PERMIT

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DOROTHY ONEMIA DELANCY The Bight, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

OCEAN CLUB RESORTS

Is looking for qualified applicants for the following positions:

GARDENER

(CURRENTLY HELD BY PERSONS ON WORK PERMIT)

PROPERTY SERVICES ATTENDANT (VACANT)

All positions involve strenuous physical labour, which requires being able and willing to perform heavy lifting, and other physically demanding functions. Must be able to speak English fluently. Preference will be given to someone with previous resort experience.

All applicants must be able to present a clean Police Record if offered a position. Wage commensurate with experience.

Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands.

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT OCEAN CLUB OR OCEAN CLUB WEST. ONLY THOSE RECEIVING AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. 29726

SMITH ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING

UNIVERSAL LANDSCAPING TCI The Bight Is seeking to employ a

Snake Hills, # 55, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBING

LANDSCAPER

BUBBLE SHINE CLEANING SERVICE

C&S PROFESSIONAL

CANDESHA L MILLS

CLEANING

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

Franci Plaza Airport Road Unit #3 Is seeking to employ a Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. $7.00 Hourly

MACHINE MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL Fix and maintain mechanical equipment and machines. $7.00 Hourly

GENERAL CLEANING PERSON Sweeping, mopping, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, and laundry. $7.00 Hourly CONTACT: 649-248-7102 OR BUBBLESHINETCI@GMAIL.COM

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD 29525

CARLOS BLAKE

#59 South Dock Rd., Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

CHEF

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.

Pay: 9.00 per hour

Mow lawn using a lawnmower or hand.

Cut lawn using hand, power or riding mower and trim and edge around walks, flowerbeds, and walls.

Planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

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: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-3983

CONTACT: 345-3914

CONTACT: 346-7087

CONTACT: 241-5256

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

RENEWAL. BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls.

Empty waste baskets.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

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Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29710

MARLIN LIMITED Requires a

COMPLIANCE/LEGAL EXECUTIVE Duties include but not limited to: • Preparing firm policy manuals and keeping up to date • Compliance audits • Reviewing regulated entities for compliance with AML and company legislation • Liaising and consulting with Government departments and FSC with regard to legislative proposals • Liaising with outside counsel on behalf of clients and the firm itself • Training staff in new legislation, regulation and compliance matters • Ensuring new policy and legislation is appropriately implemented • Researching proposed legislation and regulation and preparing comparative analyses • Improving efficiency of operations • Business development • Some aspect of supervision/training of junior staff

Some requirements include: • Law degree or Legal executive qualification • Minimum 5 years of proven experience in a professional position with a reputable firm where legal analysis was a key part of your duties • Strong, proven legal research skills • Excellent legal drafting skills • Attention to detail • Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks • Professional and capable of discretion • Administrative and IT skills • Must have own car • Travel up to 4 times per year to U.S. and Europe • Salary at $6,000/month

ISLANDERS OR RESIDENTS WITH RIGHT TO WORK WILL BE CONSIDERED. QUALIFIED PERSONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND APPLICATION TO MARLIN LIMITED, UNIT A210, REGENT VILLAGE EAST, GRACE BAY ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS 29629

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29535

Acting on behalf of Thomas Parker Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Breezy Brae, 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 housework. $6.50 hourly

Duties include: Cleaning of yard, caring of plants and maintenance of buildings.

Hours of work: 9:00a.m to 5:00p.m.

Monday-Friday

CONTACT: 241-5922 / 348-9270

CONTACT: CANDESHALMILLS@GMAIL.COM Belongers are kindly asked to submit application to the Labour Department/Board.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29536

CHINOU STORE Dock Yard Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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D’DIVA SALON

OLD AIRPORT ROAD, DOWN TOWN Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 649-344-0317

CONTACT: 1-649-345-8242

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29565

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29544

GRACE BAY CAR RENTALS & SALES

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

The Grace Bay Car Rentals & Sales accounting team is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant. This role will be central to all accounting activities and will report to the Financial Controller.

This position has a wide range of responsibilities including traditional month-end and year-end procedures, preparation of financial reporting. Duties also include various day-to-day accounting functions to ensure each reporting period is closed in a timely and efficient manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES Inventory Management.

Bi-Monthly Payroll.

Accounts Receivable & Payable.

Preparation & Filing of Government TAX, NIB & NHIP Monthly Submissions.

Inter-Company Account Reconciliation.

Management of Fixed Asset & Prepayments schedules.

Reconciliation of Petty Cash, Credit Card & Bank Accounts.

Perform daily, month-end and year-end closing activities.

Prepare Monthly & Year-End Financial Statements for Owners.

Assist with Annual Budget preparations.

Other tasks as assigned.

• • • • • • • • • • •

REQUIREMENTS Work Experience in accounting and finance operation (3-6 years).

Working knowledge of QuickBooks & QuickBooks Point of Sale.

Strong customer service orientation.

Intellectual curiosity enjoys learning new tools, new approaches.

Ability to work well on deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Excellent verbal and written skills and strong attention to detail.

Strong proficiency in MS Excel, skilled in all MS Office suite.

Experience with TCI Government filings (NIB, NHIP & Tax).

• • • • • • • •

The ideal candidate must possess, at a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Accounts/ Financial Management/Business Administration or ACCA Level 2 or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Salary - $40K to $55K based on experience.

PLEASE FORWARD CV TO ACCOUNTING@GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM

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203W Venture House, Gracebay, Providenciales

THE SOURCE LTD

ISLAND PHARMACY BUILDING 5A, WINDWARD DRIVE

TEMPORARY SERVICE TRAINER

PHARMACIST

Is looking to employ a Temporary Service Trainer who understands the business operation and the decision-making process with a keen interest in producing targeted and tangible results by creating an effective and efficient workforce.

THE TRAINERS DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: • Identify and assess the training needs of the organization through job analysis, career paths and consultation with managers.

• Develop individualized and group training programs that address specific business needs.

• Assist with developing training manuals that target tangible results.

• Implement effective and purposeful training methods.

• Evaluate employee performances to ensure that training is meeting business needs and improving performance.

• Assess employee skills, performance, and productivity to identify areas of improvement.

• Drive brand values and philosophy through all training and development activities.

• Keep abreast of training trends, developments, and best practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• • • • • • •

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Bachelor’s degree in human resources A minimum of 5 years related field training in Luxury Villas and Hotels.

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Excellent track record in developing and executing successful training programs.

Critical thinker with innovative problem-solving skills.

Great Organizational and time management skills.

Meticulous attention to detail.

This is a new position. Compensation for this position is starting at $2,800/pm.

Interested persons are asked to email their resumes to hr@thesource.tc.

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SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have certification from accredited university/institution and valid professional licenses through valid and acceptable regulation authority • Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a Retail Pharmacy environment • Skilled at interacting with customers of all socioeconomic backgrounds • Ability to operate Point-of-Sale and Kroll software programs • Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Competent and reliable professional, committed and experience • Salary is based on qualifications and experience POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER.

BELONGERS ONLY NEED TO APPLY, QUALIFIED APPLICANTS MAY APPLY VIA EMAIL TO: ISLANDPHARMACYTCI@ GMAIL.COM. ADDRESSED TO THE ATTENTION OF BUSINESS MANAGER, MRS. MELANIE DELANCY QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT

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SKYLINE DISTRIBUTORS LTD. /SKY INDUSTRIES IS LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED APPLICANTS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS;

All interested applicants, please send resumes to PO Box 762. Preference will be given to experienced and qualified Belongers. Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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OPERATIONS MANAGER

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, assumes the most senior responsibility for all aspects of the business. Previous proven experience, including recruiting staff, marketing and sales, budgeting, performing office and administrative functions, promoting the business activities, customer interaction, vendor relationships required. Full control of costs of goods analysis to comply with budgets, maximizing revenues through price negotiations, maintain inventory and stock control, communicate between management and suppliers on shortages and order fulfillment, ability to multi-task and work under pressure within a fast-paced work environment.

Strong negotiation, mathematical, analytical and communication skills. Must have a vehicle, valid drivers’ license and be willing to work holidays and weekends. Must have a 4-year college degree with a related field and/or 5+ years’ experience in a business of this nature. Strong negotiation, accounting, mathematical, computer/POS and analytical skills. Detail oriented, excellent communication skills, cooperative attitude, hands on work ethic.

Salary: $39,000 + per annum, depending on experience.

IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

2 GARDENERS The suitable candidate must have 5 years of experience, have strong English verbal and written communication skills.

Have Gardening skills and experience.

Salary starting at $8.25 per hour

STORE CLERK

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, assumes responsibility for promoting the business activities, customer interaction, maintain inventory, stock control, communicate between management and clients on shortages and order fulfillment, coordinate deliveries and shipments, receive and unload shipments, ability to multitask and work under pressure within a fastpaced work environment. Detail oriented, excellent communication skills, cooperative attitude, hands on work ethic. Must have a vehicle, valid drivers’ license, forklift experience and willing to work holidays and weekends. 5+ years’ experience. Strong POS, organizational and analytical skills.

Salary: $30,000 + per annum.

RESUMES CAN BE EMAILED TO

tlewin@portsofcallresort.com/ abarnett@portsofcallresort.com or dropped off in person at 11 sandcastle road. Tel 9468888 prospective applicants who are Turks Islanders are encouraged to send copy of their resume to labor board.

Position is currently held by work permit holder.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves patients with kind and caring disposition • Prepares medications • Counsels and monitors patients drug therapies • Gives pharmacological advice and information to multidisciplinary health care team, • Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting physicians orders • Detects and resolves therapeutic incompatibilities • Provides pharmacological advice and information via phone and in person to patients and health care professionals.

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TURKS AND CAICOS TOURIST BOARD

EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board in the post of Executive Assistant. This position is based in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful candidate will provide technical and administrative support to the Director of Tourism in the execution of his duties; and the office management functions of the Providenciales office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES • Support the Director of Tourism in undertaking any of his executive functions at the technical level, to include writing of reports, undertaking research, preparation of presentations and speeches, liaising with relevant tourism and tourism related entities etc.

• Support the Director of Tourism, with respect to administrative functions to include typing/word processing, filing, coordination of mail and answering of correspondence.

• Managing travel arrangements, liaising with staff etc.

• Look after the maintenance of supplies, furniture and office equipment in the Providenciales office • Supervise and coordinate all front office activities including reception, mail, purchasing, facilities, office services and meeting arrangements/preparation • Ensure reception area is adequately covered and maintains a professional image at all times; supervise the housekeeping of office facilities • Arrange and participate in staff meetings and record minutes and attend other meetings and seminars as required.

• Maintain employee directory • Participate as needed in Tourist Board activities/projects • Supervise the Visitor Receptionist, Office/Visitor Receptionist, and Office Cleaners, and delegate duties as appropriate • Asst with HR duties when necessary • Comply with the policies, procedures and guidelines of the TCI Tourist Board • Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Tourism • Any other duties as directed by the Director of Tourism REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• A Degree in Business Management or related discipline from an accredited university, with at least 3 years work experience in a business environment • Ability to maintain highest levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive data and situations • Ability to communicate sensitive information to management and employees • Ability to act as recording secretary as required for management/staff meetings • Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills • Strong organizational skills • Attention to detail • Excellent social and interpersonal skills • Good health and high energy level

PRIMARY SCHOOL SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a practicing Born again Christian • Must have at least 5 years teaching experience • Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution • Teacher Certificate/ Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution • Must have a working knowledge of

the A-Beka Curriculum • Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and Experience Suitable APPLICANTS can forward Resumes along with copies of Qualifications, Two (2) Character References.

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT 667 COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CENTRE, A.O.G LEEWARD HIGHWAY, CONTACT: 941-3484 OR CELL: 243-5304 P.O. BOX 939, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, EMAIL:CCACADEMY2008@GMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION.

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ASSET MANAGER Applications are invited for the position of Asset Manager for a luxury resort development on Providenciales. This position is held by a Work Permit Holder.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS FOR THIS ROLE:

• improving financial performance of the operations, revenue management, staffing strategy and cost controls • running feasibility for capital expenditure projects, recommend priorities and develop project timelines and budgets • working closely with the brand management; liaising with key stakeholders on owner’s behalf • developing investment strategy recommendations • performing extensive financial review and analysis, operations strategy, and coordination

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION:

Educational: • a 4 year Bachelor’s degree at an accredited university • an Masters of Business Administration degree focused on hotel real estate or a related field as part of a 2 year full time graduate program with an accredited university

PROFESSIONAL:

WORKING CONDITIONS: • A dynamic work environment • Interface with relevant government ministries and departments and tourism private sector entities • Goal accomplishment within an environment of change and flux • Work hours may extend to evenings, weekends and holidays

• 8+ years working in both hotel real estate and operations globally • proven experience working on behalf of both owners and operators with a variety of ultra-luxury brands and independent properties • must have overseen assets in multiple continents but also with an emphasis on multiple luxury assets in the Caribbean region

SALARY: Salary for this position is set at $40,200 annually and allowances

• must be well versed in financial statements and analysis • comfortable running projections, feasibility studies and ROI calculations • can build and manage operational and capital budgets and hotel revenue management tools • oversee revenue management and sales and marketing strategy, and cost management • have a global perspective but a solid understanding of the Caribbean ultraluxury market

For consideration please submit the following documents to Human Resources HR@turksandcaicostourism.com • Cover Letter • Current Resume • Two (2) reference letters • Current Police Record • Resident Status ONLY PERSONS SHORTLISTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED IN THIS REGARD. APPLICATION DEADLINE: WEDNESDAY, 30TH MARCH 2022

SPECIFIC SKILLS:

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POSITION OF ASSET MANAGER FOR A LUXURY RESORT DEVELOPMENT ON PROVIDENCIALES. THIS POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER.

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RENTAL SALES AGENTS FOR AVIS AND PAYLESS

Looking for a promising career in a fast-paced, customer-driven industry?

Avis and Payless Car Rentals are currently seeking to employ Rental Sales Agents for immediate openings. This role is to provide unparalleled customer service by:

TIBOR’S MACHINE SHOP LTD.

22 Cooper Jack Bay Rd, Industrial Park, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands BWI, is looking to fill the following positions:

WELDER HELPERS • Assist lead welders in performing welding, brazing, thermal, and arc cutting operations • Use hoists, wrenches, and hammers to lift, move, and clamp work materials into position or onto tables • Oversee the scheduled maintenance of welding and fitting equipment to ensure they are operational • Evaluate workpieces to ensure they are free of defect and conform to set specs • Cleans work pieces to remove impurities, such as slag, rust and grease using hand tools such as wire brush, portable grinder, hand scraper or chemical solutions to ensure smooth surface.

• Connect hand torches to fuel gas cylinders or electric power source • Maintain good knowledge of welding techniques and processes • Read and interpret blueprints for a welding project.

• Experienced in SMAW / GMAW / GTAW & oxy-fuel welding / cutting • Must have a valid trade specific certification Wage starts at: $6.25 per hr.

• Greeting and assisting customers and prospective customers.

• Completing car rental and return transactions.

• Selling of programs and services to customers and prospective customers at the counter.

• Assisting with fleet management and vehicle prep.

• Following established sales procedures and techniques.

• Identify and report vehicle damage.

• Displaying the ‘We Try Harder’ spirit at all times.

ALL INDIVIDUALS MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING: Exceptional customer service skills Valid Turks & Caicos Driver's License Ability to work weekends and holidays Computer literacy (previous experience with reservations software is a plus) • Self-motivator with the ability to work with little supervision • • • •

Salary begins at $8.00 per hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications) with the potential for additional earnings through our commissions program. Belongers/PRC holders preferred.

CERTIFIED WELDERS

ADMIN ASSISTANT

• Lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy, and engineering components • Operates drill presses, power saws, grinders, metal lathes and a variety of welding equipment and hand tools • Analyze sample parts, blueprints, engineering drawings and specifications to plan welding operations • Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.

• Experienced in SMAW / GMAW / GTAW & oxy-fuel welding / cutting • Must have a valid trade specific certification with at least 5 years working experience.

Wage starts at: $8.00 per hr.

Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the departments and the TCI Auto Group as a whole. He or she supports Executive and Department Heads through a variety of tasks related to organizing and collating Management reports, departmental auditing, back office and secretarial administrative and basic accounts work.

MOULD MAKERS/ MACHINISTS • Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.

• Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments.

• Fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances.

• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and to determine need for adjustments or repairs.

• Remain in a standing position for extended periods of time.

• Must have a valid trade specific certification with at least 5 years working experience.

Wage: $10 per hr.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN CONTACT 941-5802/ EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO ANCHA@TIBORSMACHINESHOP.COM OR SEND RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. POSITIONS FOR RENEWAL WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY

Salary begins at $8.00 per hour (commensurate with experience and qualifications) with the potential for additional earnings through our commissions program. Belongers/PRC holders preferred.

Salary ranges from $28,000 to $30,000 per annum.

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a. Communicates scheduled meetings with all concerned and ensure that attendees come on time. b. Prepares Minutes of the Meeting and forwards to all concerned copies after each meeting. c. Ensures the timely submission of identified reports by the Department Heads for Directors’ review. d. Keeps and organizes copies of the Minutes of the Meeting and Department Heads’ reports for future reference. e. Responsible for the efficient filing system - creating and maintaining folder files per project or per department for both hard and soft copies. Answers emails and phone calls professionally and promptly. f. Responsible for the security of Shared Folders and cloud-based drive, its updates and backup copies. g. Maintains accurate inventory of office supplies in the designated room and ensuring that all are properly labeled and organized h. Monitoring of office supplies consumptions per department i. Submits Office Supplies orders on a periodic basis j. Answers emails and phone calls professionally and promptly. k. Updates and maintains contact lists database for future use. l. Performs other tasks that may be assigned by Management from time to time.

BAYVIEW MOTORS, LTD. NAPA AVIS CAR RENTALS PAYLESS CAR RENTALS

Email Address: hr@tciautogroup.com Address: 1063 Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Phone #: 946-4114 29510

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BOHIO DIVE RESORT Grand Turk. Is seeking:

HOUSEKEEPER / CAHAMBERMAID DUTIES INCLUDE - BUT NOT LIMITED TO • cleaning public areas, guest rooms, laundry & kitchen • washing floors, walls, window, washrooms & toilets • daily cleaning of guest rooms including washing

floors, walls, windows, washrooms, dishes, toilets and shower stalls • laundry service for items including bedding, towels, uniforms and guest laundry • must have pleasant personality and adjust to guest needs

• must be able to lift 30 lb laundry bags • english - verbal & written • must be able to start at 6 am - hours based on weekly schedule • must be willing to work weekends, holidays Wage: $6.25 per hour

INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY IN WRITING WITH A COVER LETTER AND RESUME AND REFERENCES TO INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS WHO ARE ISLANDS CAN SEND COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATIONS TO THE LABOUR BOARD

T & G COIN LAUNDRY SERVICE Five Cays, Bar Plaza #1 Is seeking to employ a

TECHNICIAN

Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly CONTACT: 649-343-8802 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29547

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KECCIA HAMILTON

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

North Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-4861

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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Duties: Regular Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and dusting and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 431-1275

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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Mission Folly, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BEAUTICIAN/ HAIRSTYLIST

Duties: Receive customers, Style hair by trimming and Curling and applying makeup as required. SALARY: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 246-5104

Belongers are asked to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is Currently held by a work permit Holder. 29727

ROCHELLE BEEN

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER Duties: Read blueprints Install, fit cut Plumbing pipes. Must be willing to work six days a week.

Salary: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-5130 Belongers are asked to Send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

AIRPORT ROAD, MORRIS PLAZA Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. $10 hourly

MAINTENANCE

Fix mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. $10 hourly

CONTACT: 344-4801

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal 29697

OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION LTD. WATERLOO PLAZA COMPLEX, GRAND TURK, TCI. Is looking for

MASONS

Plastering, mixes mortar, lays bricks and stones. Reads and follow blueprints, etc.

Salary: $9.00 per hour

CONSTRUCTION / PROJECT SUPERVISORS

Responsible in construction management and implementation, organizing & co-facilitating sessions, dealing project planning and scheduling, including time impact analysis, etc. Salary Range: $30K $36K per annum

PLUMBER

Incumbent should be able to read construction drawing. Install and maintain water supply systems

of fixtures for new commercial or residential buildings. Perform building plumbing maintenance. Salary: $12.00 per hour

CARPENTERS / FINISHING CARPENTERS

Prepare drawings for cabinetry, framing and other construction projects on-site.

Build and install cabinets, vanities, tub and shower surrounds, etc. Reads and follow blueprints. Salary starts at: $8.00 per hour

ELECTRICIAN

Individual will be responsible for installing and repairing simple to complex electrical control, wiring, and lighting systems and must be able to work from a technical blueprint.

Salary: $9.00 per hour

CONTACT: TEL: 649-946-1278 / 1275 FAX:649-946-1101 / EMAIL: INFO@OLYMPIC.TC BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Looking to advance your career? Join one of the fastest growing companies in the Caribbean. Island Bargains of Turks & Caicos is currently seeking qualified applicants for the following positions.

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CASABLANCA CASINO

FULL TIME BOOKKEEPER

IS LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL TIME POSITIONS:

• Applicants must have proven experience in QuickBooks and high-volume bookkeeping, including payroll and banking • Applicants must be able to work well with others and be able to follow direction and systems • Must have good attention to details • **Experience is a must, please do not reply if you don’t have proven experience

DICE DEALER

$ 12/ HOUR Candidates MUST have at least 4-6 years’ experience as casino dice dealer, full knowledge of game.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR • Applicants must have proven experience in driving and operating a SemiTruck and HammarLift • Applicants must possess and provide the proper driving permit for operating Heavy Equipment and have a clean driving record • Must work well with others and always practice proper safety procedures • **Experience is a must, please do not reply if you don’t have proven experience

WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE • Applicants must be prepared to work in a fast-paced environment and must pay close attention to detail • Applicants must work well with others and maintain a positive attitude PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME TO: NIKKI@ISLANDBARGAINS.COM **PLEASE DO NOT SHOW UP IN PERSON TO APPLY**

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LABOURER

Salary $10.00/ hour Several years of knowledge and experience working in the kitchen in a casino environment. Excellent physical condition is required.

Job summary: washing dishes, cleaning, prep for bar back up, stock refill, preparation of food,

assist in delivery preparation and stock.

CASINO COCKTAIL WAITER/WAITRESS

Salary $10 to $12/ hour All candidates should have at least 5 years’ experience in the same field, excellent full knowledge of cocktail mixing and guest service, general knowledge of POS system and the casino industry. Job summary: provide excellent cocktail mixing skills, preparation of bar and coolers, control beverage inventory, excellent customer service.

ALL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE SAME FIELD AND MUST BE WILLING TO WORK NIGHT SHIFTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS. DELIVER OR EMAIL RESUME TO CASABLANCA CASINO, 226 GRACE BAY RD., PROVIDENCIALES, ADDRESSED TO HR STATING POSITION APPLYING FOR. EMAIL: INFO@ CASABLANCA.TC POSITIONS HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. 29650

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KHYRON SIMMONS

Palm Grove. Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

Hospital Road Of Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

Palm Grove, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

Duties: To clean and maintain premises by removing all trash and debris inside and outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

Duties: To take boats out to fishing locations to haul pots, On a daily basis, to sell the Catch of the day and to account for all monies from sales.

SALARY: $9.00 per hour

FISHERMAN

LABOURER

LABOURER

CONTACT: 231-3116

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit holder.

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CURTIS SIMMONS

Col. Murray Hill, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1347

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit holder.

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CONTACT: 247-4039

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This is a first work work permit application.

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MAXLIN GELCIUS

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-3638

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit holder.

AUTO MECHANICS troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies and perform preventive maintenance • Must hold a valid driver license with a clean, insurable, driving record, must be able to drive manual and automatic transmissions.

• Knowledge of tools and equipment required to conduct all repairs.

• Basic wage is $12 per hour • Must be able to speak and write English • All data system knowledge • Must be computer literate Salary: $12.50 per hour

WASH BAY SUPERVISOR software’s, excel, Europcar, QuickBooks, and computing • Ensure all rentals are properly cleaned in and out before they are sent to the airport.

• Ensure all vehicles are properly repaired mechanically and body repaired.

Salary: $1367.59 bi-weekly

CONTACT: 649-441-8515

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY TERMINAL MANAGER

Rubis Turks & Caicos Limited, a company specializing in the marketing of petroleum products, is seeking to fill the position of Terminal Manager based in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos.

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#1216 Leeward Highway, Providenciales. Is seeking

• Must have 5 years’ experience • Planning and managing logistics rentals, dispatching and customer services.

• Meeting, optimizing and coordinating with rental agents liase with managers and negotiating discount on rentals.

• Full knowledge rent centric,

CONTACT: 232-6854

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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West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

GRACE BAY CAR RENTAL • At least 10 years or more experience as an Auto mechanic • Must be able to perform all vehicle diagnostics and updates using diagnostic equipment • Able to maintain vehicle functional condition by listening to customers’/ operator complaints, conduct inspections, repair engine failures, repair mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replace parts and components according to manufacturer standards • Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions,

Duties: To clean and maintain premises by removing all trash and debris inside and outside at job sites and assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD EMAIL: FRANTZ@GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM 27914

THE PORTFOLIO

The responsibilities for the position include: • Ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental procedures/standards and policies • Providing oversight of terminal equipment and ensuring assets are operationally reliable • Ensuring organizational and facility readiness for all emergency situations • Providing and maintaining effective cost management of expense budgets, major maintenance, and capital expenditures • Maintaining integrity of inventory reporting and within tolerance oil levels • Working with terminal personnel to ensure ship and other transfers are completed in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner • Ensuring compliance with all applicable procedures and laws pertaining to terminal operations • Working with Engineer(s) on projects related to terminal operations and supports Project Engineer in overseeing contractors and enforcement and maintenance of compliance with all applicable terminal operations procedures, standards, and policies.

• Coaching and guides direct reports in problem solving and personal development.

REQUIREMENTS Engineering Degree Experience in the Petroleum Industry would be an asset At least 5 years’ experience in a Supervisory position Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Ability to meet strict deadlines Results oriented, self-motivated, and business focused Proficient communication skills both written and oral

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Please note that this position is held by a work permit holder. Starting salary is US$58,000 per annum. Medical and Pension benefits provided along with a fully maintained company vehicle.

RESUMES SHOULD BE SUBMITTED BY E-MAIL ON OR BEFORE 14 APRIL 2022 TO EMPLOYMENT@RUBIS-CARIBBEAN.COM. PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS WHO ARE ISLANDERS WITH THE RIGHT TO WORK SHOULD ALSO SEND A COPY OF THEIR APPLICATION TO THE EMPLOYMENT/LABOUR BOARD. PERSONS MAY ALSO CONTACT OUR LOCAL OFFICE AT THE SOUTH DOCK TERMINAL (649) 941-5440.

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CARGO EXPRESS SERVICES

MECHANIC POSITION AVAILABLE* GENERAL DUTIES: To service, repair and maintain in good working condition all mechanical & electrical systems for all company vehicles & other motorized equipment.

REQUIREMENTS: Valid TCI driver’s license and proof of safe driving record for the last past five years.

Has outstanding knowledge & experience in trouble shooting mechanical & electrical issues to provide on-time solutions.

Excellent communication skills in English with the ability to write legibly; ability to do simple calculations to re-order & maintain stock levels.

SALARY: Starts at $20.00 per hour for a 40-hour workweek.

PLEASE CONTACT CARGO EXPRESS SERVICES ON 649-941-5006 AT 70 SOUTH DOCK ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO BKERR@TROPICAL.COM TO ARRANGE AN INTERVIEW.

*POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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JOB VACANCY

HANDYMAN The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is seeking to employ a Handyman for it Providenciales facility.

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the maintenance of port facility grounds ensuring the port is cleared of debris and secured.

REQUIREMENTS:

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At least three years’ experience in a comparable environment Be able to meet the physical demands of the job Able to work alone, prioritize work and complete assignments on time Have a professional demeanor and be appropriately attired Keep a schedule and show up on time

DUTIES:

• Move around heavy equipment and furniture for the purpose of storage and or relocating • Perform cleaning and repairs to property of Ports Authority • Perform routine and scheduled maintenance of property including but not limited to replacing lightbulbs and identifying maintenance issues • Clearing and maintaining the grounds around the office and parking lot • Trimming overgrown trees, mowing of lawn areas and watering of plants • Clearing and removing of all debris • Responding to emergency calls when directed by senior staff of Ports Authority • Any other duties assigned by Supervisor

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent sitting, standing and walking, is required, and may involve climbing stairs.

• Frequent reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching • Must be able to lift items of a weight not greater than 50 pounds • May be exposed to inclement weather or be required to work in environments or under conditions that require the use of protective gear and devices and/ or awareness of personal safety and safety of others.

This position attracts a bi-weekly wage of $576.00

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE HAND DELIVERED TO THE PORTS AUTHORITY OFFICE, SOUTH DOCK, GRAND TURK, OR EMAILED TO HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER AT DSIMMS@PORTSTCI.COM NO LATER THAN APRIL 14, 2022

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D&H CONSTRUCTION

TANYA TAYLOR

Mary Jane Lane, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

TRADESMAN

DOMESTIC WORKER

#10 Oak Avenue, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

70 South Dock Road, Providenciales TCI

APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 1, 2022

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Maintenance of building and property upkeep Removes debris from around the building Takes care of the garden; watering the garden, planting and transplanting of plants Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 946-5369

EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is for work permit holder renewal 29712

A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $9.00 Hourly CONTACT: 341-8493

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29609

DUTIES: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets.

Salary: $6.00 per hourly

CONTACT: (649) 232 1468

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

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 29704

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WE CARE IMMIGRATION AGENCY Acting on behalf our clients seek to hire:

M & E CLEANING

Blue Hills Cell; 347-3465 Seeks to employ:

LABORER X 1 @ $6.25 PH.

Duties includes: Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows and door frames.

A & L TRUCKING

South Dock Rd Cell: 331-7628

MECHANIC X 1

RIGBY TRUCKING SERVICES Five Cays Cell: 331-8099

MECHANIC X 2

Duties: Overhauls, diagnosis and repair all vehicles and motor-powered equipment mechanical issues. Prepares reports and orders, and maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies and materials. Payrate $8.50 per hr

CARE CONSULTANT AGENCY

Downtown Sam’s Bldg

SYSTEM TECHNICIAN X 1

Duties: provide technical support to clients and monitors the operations of the business computer network, hardware, software, and operating systems.

Payrate $2,200.00 per mth

RIGBY’S CLOTHING STORE

Five Cays Tele: 243-1528

PURCHASER X 1

Negiotates best prces for products while maintaining product quality. Build and maintain good relationship suppliers both local and overseas. Ensure that shop is always fully stocked with sufficient products. Payrate $8.50 per hr.

Successful applicants are required to work 6 days per week and public holdiays.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND THEIR RESUME TO CARE@ TCIWAY.TC OR TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT PROVIDENCIALES. ONLY PERSONS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. DEADLINE TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS APRIL 11TH 2022

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ANDREW ARVIN GARDINER

STORE CLERK

TRADESMAN

#5 Academy Way, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

• Verbal communication: English/Creole.

• Excellent customer services skills.

• Honest.

• Create attractive displays.

• Handle cash.

• Ability to work flexible hours, multitask.

• Greet customers.

• Keep store clean.

• Monday-Saturday • Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-8388

Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly CONTACT: 244-5638

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29666

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29701

BRUSH CONTRACTORS

BRUTUS GARDINER

PLUMBER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc.

Salary: $12.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-1019

#61 Sisal Road, Long Bay 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 housework.

To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-1420

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29652

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29647

DOC UWIN

DOC UWIN

Acting on behalf of Freedom Electric Services Five Cays Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER Responsible for carrying out a variety of maintenance on electrical systems for both commercial and residential clients Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work sites.

Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 344-1530 / (649) 247-1530

Belongers only These postings are for work-permit holders. 29687

GENELIA FORBES Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

Acting on behalf of O.N.V Food Services Restaurant The Lower Bight Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Responsible for preparing cooked meals following a set menu.

Must be willing to work some holidays Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 341-9483 / 348-4153

Belongers are encouraged to submit their resumes to the labour board.

These postings are for work-permit holders. 29684

ALL STARS BAR & RESTAURANT 2CD Floor, Grant Gas Station Down Town Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Applicant must be honest, reliable and good with handling children.

Caring of two small children, feeding, bathing washing etc.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

Prepare Haitian and Caribbean food, breakfast, lunch & fried meat at night.

Salary starts at $8.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 344-5031

CONTACT: 344-5031

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29669

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Renewal application, Belonger will be given first preference.

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HEAD OF SECURITY & SMS OBJECTIVES AND JOB PURPOSE

Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Safety and Security will act on behalf of TCIAA to lead and manage the organization's Safety and Security strategy, including all safety, health, occupational safety, and environmental. In addition, to develop and manage the Safety Management system and culture that is designed to best ensure the safety of the workplace, airport operations, and the support of the safety management procedures of airport service providers. In addition, the Director of Safety and Security provides leadership to the environment, health, and safety team; and manages and oversees the legal, corporate, regulatory, and Project Agreement safety requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Directs and oversees the security, environmental, health, and safety team.

2. Provides programs that ensure a safe and secure workplace, including safety and security orientations, skill training, emergency preparedness, proper job instruction, hazardous material disposal procedures, and the use of protective equipment.

3. Create an engaged safety and security culture while delivering measurable results.

4. Oversight of the Safety Management System (SMS) and legal compliance; 5. Management of safety training compliance, development of new training programs, and compliance assessment regarding all safety training, including follow-up and recurrent training.

6. Development of a systemic process to collect data and analyze the causes of accidents and security incidents and generate required reporting.

7. Implements initiatives to reduce and prevent accidents, security incidents, occupational illnesses, and exposure to long-term health hazards.

8. Oversight of projects and advice on developing and implementing all safety and security manuals.

9. Development, implementation, communication, monitoring, and improvement of EHS plans and programs for operations; 10. Conducting periodic and annual audits and inspections of TCIAA facilities, airport tenant facilities and, potentially, the new terminal construction site; 11. Oversight of safety and security records and a database related to training, audits, inspections, action plans, reports, monitoring

results, and compliance; 12. Ensure all safety and security equipment has defined maintenance programs to adhere to when seeking procurement requests.

13. Assist with Emergency Planning and Response safety process; 14. Interaction with and reporting to regulatory agencies regarding incidents, emergencies, permitting, approvals, and compliance issues, as well as the maintenance of these permits and approvals; 15. Conduct incident investigations under TCIAA policy and local regulations; 16. Ensuring that all projects are in full compliance with the health and safety environmental regulations with government regulations and obligations and that a safe workplace is provided for employees; 17. Reviewing, reporting, and guidance to Senior Management regarding advancements related to Safety and Security issues.

18. Responsible for identifying, analyzing, and developing improvements in safety, security, environment, quality, productivity, internal TCIAA relationships, stakeholders, and customer service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

1. Minimum 7 years related management work experience, including development, coordination, and execution of Safety programs, with a specialty in more than one area of environment, health, and safety, preferably in the aviation industry.

2. Bachelor's degree with major or minor in aviation safety management, or other aviationrelated fields.

3. Understanding the Civil Airports Act, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards, regulations, and policies.

4. Experience developing and executing Corporate Social Responsibility programs and initiatives.

5. Proficient use with Safety Management System and Microsoft Office products.

6. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.

7. Effective and proven organizational skills to meet multiple deadlines and handle multiple tasks in high pressure and demanding work environment.

8. Knowledge of Annex 17 and local/OT security regulations.

9. Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Remuneration: $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 per annum.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER VIA EMAIL ON OR BEFORE APRIL 15, 2022 TO: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY PROVIDENCIALES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT. HRRECRUITMENT@TCIAIRPORTS.COM 29699

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ISLAND HOUSE LVM LTD

ANDREW JAMES NEWLANDS Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Is looking for experienced professional candidates to fill the following positions:

BUTLER X 4

MAINTAINENCE TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES ARE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Schedule all Personal Butler rosters and assist with training our Personal Butler • Liaise with other departments that require access to the Villa for operational purposes.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Villas in-room facilities, services, and technology.

• Plan and or organized a variety of parties and events as per guest requirements and requests.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 yrs. experience at a similar level at a 5 star Villa property or full-service hotel.

• Good English communication skills along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities are must.

• Experience with Microsoft Office.

Pay rate $10.00 per hour

HEAD OF HOUSEKEEPER X 1 RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Supervises all housekeeping employees, engages recruitment • Prepare Annual Housekeeping Budget.

• Maintain stock of guest supplies, cleaning supplies, linen, and uniform.

• Organize on-the job training and evaluate its effectiveness.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A proven record in the ability to achieve budgeted financial and operating results.

• Strong leadership, management skills and superb customer service skills.

• At least a minimum of, 3 – 5 yrs. experience n a similar level at a 5-star Villa property or full-service resort • Good English communication skills along with problemsolving abilities is a must Pay rate $10.00 per hour

HOUSEKEEPING COORDINATOR X 1 RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Receive and record all lost articles found on premises • Champion the Housekeeping Department’s responsibilities related to the inventory process by working closely with Head and Execuitve Housekeepers to maximize operational efficiency and to ensure the protection of all property l assets • Take key inventory to ensure all section keys/master keys are accounted for • Run an in-house guest list, rollaway/crib report, check-out list, from the Property management system

LABOURER

To weed and assist with cleaning.

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

• ensure operational efficiency all technical and mechanical equipment and systems.

• Ensure that all maintenance operations are done in accordance with company establish policy and guidelines • Negotiates contracts with outside vendors for execution of specialized and or complex repair works • inspects and ensure that all company and homeowners’ properties and facilities are kept in a clean and hygienic condition, implement workplace safety policies and standards.

• Train and supervise employees of the maintenance department • Manages budgets, forecasting, ordering, and price negotiation for spare parts inventory while looking for new ways / tools to improve productivity and cut cost.

CONTACT: (649) 231-6168 Belongers only apply This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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CHARITE ALCY Five Cays, South Dock Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

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

Salary: $6.50 hourly

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor degree in engineering and relevant experience

RESERVATION COORDINATOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES ARE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

CONTACT: 241-3478

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29667

• Analyze all guest and travel agent requirements through telephone and emails and recommend suitable options for all customers and assist to confirm all reservations.

• Assist to make all villa reservations and ensure maximum room revenue for all • Coordinate with the sales department and manage all communication for bookings and maintain all-villa calendars and inform operation staff for same.

• Assist to book and block all villas according to required standards and manage all special reservations and monitoring all reservations and discounts.

• Manage all emails from guests and ensure response and completion of all guest requests and evaluate all reservation logbooks and provide an update on an everyday basis.

• Ensure compliance to all security and safety standards on an everyday basis and ensure optimal utilization of all resort software systems and maintain knowledge on all room types and their availability.

DOC UWIN

Acting on behalf of R & D Liquor Store Five Cays Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PURCHASER

Responsible for placing orders for new inventory and reaching out to new suppliers.

Maintain stock count Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly CONTACT: (649) 346-0444

QUALIFICATIONS

Belongers only These postings are for work-permit holders. 29686

• Minimum 10 yrs. experience at a similar level at a 5 star Villa property or full-service hotel.

• Experience working in sales or public relations, preferably in the hospitality or travel industries.

• Customer-service experience.

• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.

• Proficient in Microsoft office suite.

• A proven record in the ability to achieve budgeted financial and operating results.

• Good English communication skills along with strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities are a must.

• Must be able to drive Pay rate $10.00 per hour

CHEKINA SHOP Snake Hill, Blue Hills, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

STORE CLERK / CASHIER

Greets customers, receive payment, Issue receipts, and change due to customers.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

Sucessful applicamts must be willing to work 6 days a week including weekends and holidays.

The deadline for submission of applications is April 11th 2022 These positions are for new and renewal work permits applications; however, interested TCI belongers are encouraged to drop off their resume to Care Professional Consultancy located in Sam’s Harvey Bldg. Unit # 9 Downtown, Providenciales; or email Care@tciway.tc Only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

CONTACT: 342-3000 RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE. 29741

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April 2-8, 2022 BARBARA ADAMS

Airport Road, Spot Plaza, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

2 STORE CLERKS

Selling products and providing customer service. Greet customers and guide them in finding products they want to buy.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 243-4350

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29636

BEAUTY SECRET SALON Unit #8B, Cinema Plaza, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

TRADESMAN

Shampooing, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving. $8.00 Hourly

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS

Basic manicures, artificial nails, hand massages, nail polishing and pedicures. $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-0640 / 247-1957

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29639

CLAUDOMY JOSEPH

LICELE FORTUNE

TRADESMAN A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

DOMESTIC WORKER

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 241-6738

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DUTIES: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, laundering sheets.

Salary: $6. 00 per hourly

CONTACT: (649) 242 5990

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29653

Belongers are encouraged to send copy of their resume to the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 29661

D’ROSAS BEAUTY SALON

ER CLEANING SERVICES LTD.

HAIR DRESSER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Down Town, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-2506

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29635

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28 Oyster Lane, The Bight 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 housework.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 333-1246

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29632

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SECURITY MANAGER – ENFORCEMENT OBJECTIVES AND JOB PURPOSE

The Manager leads and directs the Airport Security Enforcement Unit (ASEU), safeguarding civil aviation operations at TCIAA Airport against unlawful interference. The unit’s primary responsibility is to safeguard passengers, crew, ground personnel, and the general public against acts of unlawful interference.

THE ASEU TEAM, UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF THE MANAGER (ASEU), IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING ASPECTS OF TCIAA AIRPORT SECURITY:

• The Security Operations Centre • The Airport ID Unit • All patrol activities, including landside, airside, and terminal • All night security (out of hours) activities • Landside security, including passenger departure & arrival assistance • Main landside security checkpoints

THE MANAGER ASEU HAS THE FOLLOWING KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reports to the Director of Safety and Security • Managing all the above-listed security measures at TCIAA airports effectively and in compliance with Overseas Territories Aviation Requirements (OTAR’s), local Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), and the Airport Security Program (ASP).

• Management and oversight of the Airport ID Unit, ensuring compliance with all OTAR 178 and 179 requirements before issuing an airport ID. • Receiving reports from all the security enforcement staff and reporting them internally and externally following local procedures (ASP) and international obligations (OTARs).

• Assigning all ASEU personnel their shifts.

• Conducting inspections of ASEU and areas of responsibility daily.

• Oversight and management of the Security Operations Centre (SOC).

• Conduct investigations of security breaches as necessary.

• Coordinate with other security agencies in TCI, including developing a positive working relationship with the TCI Police Service and Border Control agencies.

• Chairperson of the Providenciales Airport

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Security Committee, ensuring quarterly meetings are held with all major stakeholders.

Create and chair a security policing and border force committee, with meetings to be held monthly.

Interface with various customers in a polite, positive, and professional manner.

Working with the TCI Police Service, achieve special constable status for all ASEU Officers.

Manage the development of the local Airport Security Program and the SOP manuals in all areas except for passenger screening functions.

Ensuring that staff operational KPIs are recorded for performance improvements.

Ensuring that all assets include maintenance plans before purchase.

Ensuring that ASEU personnel are qualified at the respective levels of certification under the UK ASSI Regulations and are recertified annually.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

Must have intermediate skills/knowledge in some or all of the following: • Previous security/law enforcement/border control management experience, preferably from within the Turks and Caicos Islands • Demonstration of strong computer skills (hardware and software as well as network operations if possible) with the ability to communicate effectively with Security Professionals.

• Previous experience of managing security investigations.

• Previous experience of managing security teams.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to develop positive working relationships with all airport stakeholders.

• Three or more years of information security, networking experience, or SOC management • Airport security experience • Excellent analytical thinking and problemsolving skills

EDUCATION:

College-educated applicants are preferred, but those with the necessary experience will be considered.

Remuneration: $60,000.00 to $69,000.00 per annum.

Qualified candidates should submit Resume and Cover Letter via email on or before April 15, 2022 to:

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY PROVIDENCIALES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HRRECRUITMENT@TCIAIRPORTS.COM

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JOB ADVERTISEMENT Wymara Resort and Villas 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.

*WELLNESS & YOGA INSTRUCTOR

Responsible for developing and executing our fitness / yoga / wellness program and promote events and activities with our guests and within the local community by creating marketing collateral to provide continuous engagement.

The Wellness and Yoga Instructor will be accountable for all aspects of daily operations with focus on offering a world class wellness program, achieving sales targets and delivering an exceptional level of customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the resort spa: yoga / meditation / wellness / nutrition / Guy/ fitness/ classes / personal training.

• Host daily yoga and / or fitness classes at the resort.

• Ability to promote the overall health and wellness benefits of yoga, massage therapy and facials.

• Coordinate with incoming group events and confirms details prior to arrival.

• Develop promote and maintain wellness, record and nutrition menu.

• Responsible for the health and safety of all individuals attending classes as it relates to safety practices and conditions.

• Coordinate equipment and facilities as necessary for activities.

• Handle administrative tasks including but not limited to scheduling, budgeting, reporting, operational purchasing, inventory and preventative maintenance.

• Ensure safety and cleanliness are maintained in all areas of responsibility by inspecting facilities and addressing areas of concern.

• Be flexible with work time and open to teach mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays as the schedule dictates.

SKILLS: A passion for wellness, people, and yoga.

High level of enthusiasm and motivation.

Ability to work flexible schedule including days/weekends/holidays.

Demonstrated ability to balance coaching/mentoring with disciplining.

Strong organizational/planning and computer skills.

Retail management/sales experience is a plus.

Experience with Booker spa reservation system and Opera is a plus.

Knowledge and understanding of spa services and products.

• • • • • • • •

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• At least 4 years of experience in Spa / Wellness / Yoga / Fitness • Yoga Certification.

• CPR/AED Certification.

• NETA Certified Personal Trainer.

• Experience in luxury hospitality industry desirable.

• Strong written/oral communications.

• Solid leadership skills.

• A passion for people and their wellness.

• Experience in teaching yoga / fitness classes (Barre classes are a plus).

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.

Caribbean experience an asset. Salary Range: $35k-$ 42k

*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 succeed 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 related culinary degree with four or more years of industry and culinary management experience. Caribbean experience an asset. Compensation: $25k - $36k per annum

*COOK

The Cook is assigned to be directly responsible for one or more outlets or production areas in the following categories: production, alternative restaurants, buffets, or events. The Cook should expect to be rotated into different areas with or without advance notice in regard to business demands and career development. Must have 2-3 years’ experience as kitchen helper or cook in luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant. Able to speak & read English, follow directions consistently, good attendance, good hygiene, likes to cook.

Compensation: $15k - $20k per annum.

*CHEF TOURNANT

The Chef Tournant is a relief chef who assist in wherever capacity in a restaurant. The Chef job duties is to perform management task, such as training Cooks setting the production flow and managing inventory. He or she works with head chef to manage the dining operations budget. The chef Tournant also ensure that the kitchen workers meet safety and sanitation standards.

The ideal candidates will possess three to five years in the culinary industry with management experience. Compensation: $25k - $35k per annum.

*SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Experienced in onsite resort and villas systems engineer, governance, financial, planning and operations management and preventive maintenance of resort assets. Responsible for assessing systems, determining problems, providing solutions to issues that arise, designing systems, upgrading systems, maintaining systems and brainstorming possible improvements that can be made to a system in the future. 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. Review mechanical systems for integration sand sustainability improvements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Supervises management of resort assets and preventive maintenance programs to ensure property is in ‘Like New’ operation to support the highest of luxury standards.

• Creating control features to ensure systems effectively meet the organization’s quality standards • Engaging in quality control procedures to ensure that systems are efficient and operational • Developing a cost-efficient system for projects by performing a cost-benefit analysis • Ensuring that an organization is operating at maximum efficiency • Assists in overseeing management of the physical plant including equipment and safety systems.

• Ensures equipment is maintained and operated at optimum effectiveness, efficiency and safety.

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• 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.

• Prepares reports and maintains logs on projects related with procurement of all furniture, fixture and equipment.

• Provides estimates and issues work orders to meet project budget and deadlines.

• Creates standards and procedures and researches data and selection of products required for resort to maintained to the highest standards.

• Collaborates and works closely with Senior Management and other colleagues in the planning, development and completion of improvement projects.

• Knowledge and understanding of goals and objectives, and policies and procedures.

• Must demonstrate supervisory skills and be able to direct and secure the cooperation of the staff and contracted personnel and vendors.

• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment.

• Collaborates with vendors/contractors and monitors work product to ensure quality standards are consistent with the requirements of a luxury resort.

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; • Certification in Interior design and Credential in Environmental protection technology • 2 years’ experience in the engineering and maintenance or related professional area.

• 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.

• Considerable knowledge of mathematical skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) necessary to interpret electrical, mechanical and building systems.

• 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 50Ibs. • Ability to perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling, walking and standing for an extended period of time.

• Due to the nature of the business, the incumbent may be required to do other duties and special projects and other duties as assigned by Management. Compensation: $35k - $45k per annum 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@WYMARARESORTANDVILLAS.COM

AMADU TIRES The Bight Is seeking to employ a

BOHIO DIVE RESORT

DOC UWIN

Acting on behalf of Elsie's Environmental Design #192 Bld, South Dock road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

MAINTENANCE

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

• General cleaning of kitchen and storage rooms.

• Assist with food preparation, wash floors , walls, utensils and dishes.

• English - verbal & written • Working Hours Monday Sunday including Holidays based on shift schedule • Must be available to start • at 6 am.

• Hours based on weekly schedule.

• $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 341-6493

EMAIL: INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29674

This position is for a work permit renewal. Belongers only apply 29694

LANDSCAPER

Responsible for mowing, trimming, cutting , trees and shrubs.

Maintained commercial and residential properties Basic Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: (649) 332-4404

Belongers are encouraged to submit their resumes to the labour board.

These postings are for work-permit holders. 29685

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

POSITIONS AVAILABLE The Turks and Caicos Islands oldest and leading publishing house is in need of additional staff to fill the following posts:

WRITERS/ PHOTO JOURNALIST

Candidates must have at least five (5) years’ experience working full-time for daily newspapers and/or news/features magazines, reporting on hard news, features and parliamentary/court proceedings. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

FOR MAGAZINES AND OTHER PERIODICALS GRAPHICS PRODUCTION DESIGNER/ PAGINATOR

This position requires someone with at least five (5) years’ experience working with Macintosh or PC computers. Must be skilled in the make-up of advertising and pagination. Proficiency using InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop software for print is essential. Some technical, networking and web design knowledge an asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

COURT REPORTER

College or high school graduate with at least five (5) years’ experience in community reporting. Ability to drive and use a camera a desirable asset.

Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

ADVERTISING SPACE SALES PERSON

Candidates must have had actual hands-on experience selling advertising space for newspapers and magazines. Ability to assist clients with the writing of copy for ads and gathering of collateral an asset. Salary is commission based.

FORWARD APPLICATIONS TO: THE PUBLISHER DUNCANSON PUBLICATIONS LTD. EMAIL: TCNEWS@TCIWAY.TC NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Preferences will be given to Belonger and Legal Residents

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JANET PETIOTE

JOD TILUS

Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Chandelle Dr. Venetian Road Is seeking to employ a

18 Pelota Yard, Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

JULIA JOSEPH

K & T PETROLEUM

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

TRADESMAN A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $8.00 Hourly

DOMESTIC WORKER

1 FULL-TIME CASHIER 1 PART-TIME CASHIER Greets customers, receive payment, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct. $6.25 Hourly

Blue Hills Bldg. 517 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 housework.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-0868

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29670

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 1-649-341-8458

JOSÉ LOUIS

CONTACT: 232-3261

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-6657

Industrial Park 49 Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 241-8040

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29645

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29648

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29671

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal 29679

KINGDOM VISION INTERNATIONAL MINISTRY

MAMA'S ANYTHING GROWS FARM

MARIE BERTHA VOLCY-MORLEY

MARIE FAMILY STORE

MEDELINE JEAN

MUSICIAN/PIANIST

FARMER

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

BABYSITTER

CONTACT: 244-0018

CONTACT: 344-1846

Millenium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

• Playing the piano as directed by Pastor and Praise Team Leader • Checking all musical instruments for soundability • Setting up loudspeaker for broadcast • Make sure all electrical components to ensure the effective use of the musical instrument are in working order.

• Remuneration and Salary based on experience • & will start at minimum wage $6.25 per hour • Must be available to work every Sunday and CONTACT: 231-6677 IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION, SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AND COVER LETTER AT RNFFASHIONLIVE@HOTMAIL.COM.

29654

O&J DELIVERY SERVICES

56 Analee Ave., Millennium Hwy, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-1424

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

Weeding and cleaning debris, cultivate the soil Sowing seeds, harvesting crops when ready Must be able to work unsupervised.

Must be willing to work five (5) days per week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Five Cays 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 housework.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

#18 Residence Yard, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

MASON

CONTACT: 346-6169

CONTACT: 342-6901

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29691

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29673

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29672

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. 29677

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29644

OBED CONSTRUCTION

OFFICE PLUS

OLABASI LTD

#12 Universal Drive, unit 2, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PATRIANA SIMMONS

PATSEYLEE GRAY

112 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

South District, Salt Cay Is seeking to employ a

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER

LABOURER

INVENTORY STOCK HOLDER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

Sisal Road, Long Bay #61 Is seeking to employ a

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.

Salary: $8.00 hourly

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 231-3621

The candidate will manage the warehouse inventory, repair blenders, deliver product, invoice customers. Must have small appliance repair experience, be able to lift 50 lbs, invoice using Quickbooks, have valid drivers’ license, good customer service skills.

Salary: $10/hour SEND RESUMES TO: TCIMGMTCONSULTANTS@GMAIL. COM. OR CONTACT: 649-231-2603 A work permit holder currently holds this position 29655

PICK ME-UP RESTAURANT

PORTS OF CALL RESORT

QUEEN OF THE SEA RESTAURANT

REGCO CONSTRUCTION

COOK

LABOURER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29643

MERCILENE JOSEPH

#31 SNAKE HILL AVE, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 344-3710

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal 29664

CONTACT: 342-9278

CONTACT: 341-4752

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal 29690

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: $8 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29663

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: $7.00 Hourly

Helping the plumber install pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids.

Install supports for pipes, equipment, etc.

Salary: $600.00 Bi-Weekly

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-1420

COOK

PLUMBER HELPER

Perform physical and manual work including laying foundations, fitting windows, clearing sites, building walls, digging trenches, etc.

Salary: $7 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29662

Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

KECHIE

Acting on behalf of Ten & Sanchez Ltd. 12 Bronze Lane, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

11 Sandcastle Road, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER / ROOM ATTENDANT Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 346-4752

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29638

The Bight Is seeking to employ a

Discovery Bay #40A 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: $8.00 Hourly

To prepare sites by cleaning them, loading or unloading materials and removing hazards.

6 days per week.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-5109

CONTACT: 342-0255

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29668

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29665

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 232-6009/232-0906

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste, weeding and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes. Paint and maintain the appearance of the residence.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 348-5336

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29646

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29692

RIGBY BUILDERS

SAURINA HAIR CENTER

Norway, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Down Town, Airport Rd., Spot Plaza, Bld.#17 Unit #1 Is seeking to employ a

HAIR STYLIST

Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.30 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-9541

CONTACT: 1-649-344-3138

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29675

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29637

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SIXT RENT A CAR

SPOTLESS CLEANING SERVICES

South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

23 Parede Ave. Town Centre Mall Building Is seeking to employ a

2 MECHANICS

DOMESTIC WORKER

Inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters. $10.00-12.00 Hourly

ASSISTANT MECHANIC

Assisting with the inspecting, testing vehicles and completing preventive maintenance. $7.00-9.00 Hourly

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

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-331-0818

CONTACT: 241-1496/347-7588 Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board Work Permit Renewal 29640

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29681

THE HANGOVER BAR & RESTAURANT

THE SECRET OF DOMINICAN FLAVOR

South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

#59 South Dock Rd., Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER Uphold customer service Maintain Bar Mix and serve drinks Salary: $6.25 Hourly

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: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-9541

CONTACT: 241-5256

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29633

2 CHEFS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29535

SUNSET CAFE CAR & GRILL 26 Aviation Drive, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

PROFESSIONAL CHEF

Setting up workstations with all needed cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers. $10.00 Hourly

LABOUR COMMISSIONER, LABOUR DEPARTMENT PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

ALL ABOVE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 29680

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29676

QUALIFIED PERSONS CAN EMAIL THEIR RESUME TO ATHOMAS@TCICAA.TC OR 649 941 8085 NO LATER THAN 9TH APRIL, 2022. 29678

VENEQUA NATHALIA STUBBS

VERILIA PIERREVIL-COX

VERMOR DOLCE

AA PALMER CLEANING

The Bight Is seeking to employ a

Millennium Height, Phase 2 Is seeking to employ a

TRADESMAN

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 649-231-6318

Champion Yard House #2, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Behind the church, South Caicos Is seeking to employ a

NANNY

BUTCHER

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 345-9486

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29689

Cutting and organizing meat.

Salary: $300.00 Weekly

A skilled worker that can undertake any job as a helper by profession.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-2876

CONTACT: 246-4123

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29688

29682

CONTACT: 432-0006

BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY

29683

EASY WAY

• Applicant must be energetic and creative and a good team player.

• All applicants should be a born again Christian preferably of the Baptist Faith • Capable of working with children with multi-cultural background.

• Salary would be negotiable based on qualifications and experience

APPLICATION CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT B.E.S.T. INSTITUTE OFFICE, 250 BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES. OR EMAIL: BESTINSTITUTE@TIWAY.TC, COPY ALL ENQUIRES TO THE LABOR BOARD, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

29693

CONTACT: 331-2703

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29739

AMOR ELIRAY

Derek Stubbs Apt. #2 The Bight Is seeking to employ a

2 LABOURERS

HOUSEKEEPER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1683

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29737

Must be able to cook, clean and work with less supervision.

Can work fulltime and must be able to work long hours Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2029

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29711

Acting on behalf

Five Cays #88 Tel: 342-7447 DELIVERY MAN $ 350 weekly Pick up & delivering construction material to job site such as water, gravel, sands, cement, blocks, rebars, lumber jack, pick up workers, assist with loading, deliver goods & water

GLAMOUR GIRLS

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Pelican Beach Drive, Whitby, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

WE GOT YOU DELIVERY

EARLY CHILDHOOD DAYCARE WORKER

CELLPHONE: 649-231-4802

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29642

ALBERT HIGGS

• To care for and entertain quests above and below the water • Must have the ability to hold their breath and swim underwater while wearing a costume.

• Must have a good understanding of Reef Ecology and First Aid • Useful to have STCW 95 • An extremely professional working attitude and ability to communicate with guests of all ages • Must be willing to work Monday- Saturday including bank holidays.

• Hours are 8:30am until boat is cleaned after the last tour of the day • Additional hours may be required on occasion • Salary: $800 monthly

Is seeking suitable candidates for the following positions:

TELEPHONE: 649-941-4802

CONTACT: 649-242-4444

CONTACT: 241-7216

BETHANYS EDUCATIONAL & SOCIAL TRAINING (B.E.S.T.) INSTITUTE INC.

• Applicant should possess a Day-Care Certificate plus two years’ experience OR 6 or more years’ experience working with children in a daycare and/or classroom setting at a known institution(s).

• Applicant must be knowledgeable with basic teaching principles and skills for 2to 3-year-old children.

CLEANER

Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the offices, which includes, sweeping, mopping, dusting etc. Must be Reliable, HardWorking and Trustworthy.

Salary Range: $7.18 per hour Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm

MERMAID WANTED

BUTTERFIELD GOLD LTD., HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT TOWN CENTER MALL PROVIDENCIALES TEL: 649-946-4211

BARTENDER

Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Uphold customer service Maintain Bar Mix and serve drinks Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CAICOS TOURS

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO BY APRIL 30TH 2022 TO:

Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

TCI CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

Turtle Cove Marina Is seeking to employ a

ONE (1) CARPENTER

TABOO’S 24 HR BAR & RESTAURANT

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29634

Is seeking to employ a

SALARY: COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE STARTING FROM $9.50 PER HOUR

105 Marby Road, Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

Sweeping, mopping, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundry and other housework. $6.25 Hourly

BUTTERFIELD GOLD GROUP OF COMPANIES

CARPENTER/GENERAL CONSTRUCTION WORKER OF AT LEAST TEN (10) YEARS’ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED WITH KNOWLEDGE OF ROOFING, WINDOW & DOORS INSTALLATION AND SCREEN FABRICATION/INSTALLATION.

SWEET ESCAPE VILLA RENTAL

Leeward Highway Next to Flower Girls Tel: 342-0052 BOOKEEPING CLERK $ 7.50 hourly Keeping records of products, sales in the salon, managing the salon assist with the salon when busy such as doing hair & nails, must speak English, Creole & Spanish

TRINITY VARIETY STORE

Tel: 348-2721 Behind Paradise Church, Five Cays TRADESMAN $ 300.00 weekly Unload containers, lift well for display morning & evening outside, keep inventory of stock and manage the warehouse

J & J BEAUTY SALON

Low Bight Road HAIR DRESSER $ 300 WEEKLY RENEWAL Braiding hair, shampooing, cutting and styling hair, provide hair treatments, includes deep treatments, permanents hair coloring and weaving.

BELONGERS ONLY

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MUSICIAN / MUSIC TEACHER REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a practicing Born again Christian • Must have at least 5 years teaching experience • Bachelor Degree in Music or equivalent from an accredited institution • Teacher Certificate/ Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution

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• Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and Experience Suitable APPLICANTS can forward Resumes along with copies of Qualifications, Two (2) Character References.

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CENTRE AT 667 COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CENTRE, A.O.G LEEWARD HIGHWAY, CONTACT: 941-3484 OR CELL: 232-1970 P.O. BOX 939, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, EMAIL:CCACADEMY2008@GMAIL.COM

DOC UWIN

Acting on behalf of Sunset Pharmacy Plus of Palms Plaza Airport Road, Providenciales is seeking to employ a

MANGIA CATERING LTD

301 Neptune Court, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands is seeking to employ a

PHARMACIST

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university • Eligible to register with the TCI Health Practitioners • At Least 10 years post qualification experience • Duties will include dispensing, clinical assessments, patient counseling, staff training and inventory management • Must be able to work in a busy environment • Exceptional Clinical knowledge • Willing to work weekends • Basic Salary: $20.00 hourly

PRIVATE CHEF

FIRST TIME WORK PERMIT

• A highly experienced private chef specialising in authentic Italian cuisine specifically from Rome.

• The person must be trilingual: Italian, English and Spanish.

• The person is expected to work long hours, including weekends.

• The applicant must be able to put together creative and dynamic Italian food menu tailored to specific dietary and allergies requirements.

• Salary: $ 7.50 Hourly

CONTACT: (649) 241-0427 / 344-0385

CONTACT: MANGIACATERINGLTD@GMAIL.COM

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION. 29725

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT THEIR RESUMES TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE POSTINGS ARE FOR WORK-PERMIT HOLDERS. 29718

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT.

EXECUTIVE CLEANING COMPANY LTD.

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION

GEORGE GLINTON

DOMESTIC WORKER

Greets customers, receive payment, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 242-3823 OR 649TREVORCOOOKE@GMAIL.COM

CONTACT: 649-331-0635

P.O. BOX 366 LEEWARD PALMS #38 YELLOW ELDER DRIVE PROVIDENCIALES, TCI Is seeking to employ a

Must have 2 years’ experience in commercial/ residential/ industrial cleaning.

Deep clean and disinfect commercial and residential sites.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

Winward Rd., Glass Shack Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

2 MECHANIC HELPERS Inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tuneups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-9345

EL COCO

Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

COOK NEEDED

Setting up workstations with all need ingredients and cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc...

Cooking food in various utensils and grillers.

Salary $10hr.

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labor Department. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

A work permit holder currently holds this position 29709

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29713

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29108

BELONGER ONLY APPLY

LOUIS REASA SHERELLE

M.A.H PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Blue Hills, Mara Bld. #14 Is seeking to employ a

EQUILIBRIUM SPA

Blue Hills Bld. #575 Is seeking to employ a

Grace Bay Road, Grace Bay Has an immediate opening for a

BABYSITTER

2 MAINTENANCE

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-8803

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29707

TCI PROGRESSIVE Acting on behalf of Walkin Enterprise Ltd. South Dock Road, Provo Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 431-8989

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29723

Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include flooring repair, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. $7.25 Hourly

CASHIER

Greets customers, receive payment, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. $7.25 Hourly

2 CLEANERS

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. $7.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 332-4839 BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

JOB SUMMARY: • Must be able to do all types of massages • Chair Massage • Must be willing to work 6 days per week EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Massage Therapist SALARY: $6.25 per hour.

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO: EQUILIBRIUM SPA. GRACE BAY ROAD, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES. TEL: 941-8155 EMAIL: INFO@EQUISPA.COM 29705

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TCI SHORE CONSTRUCTION #29 Paradise Road, Discovery Bay Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

• Cutting, surfacing, gluing, molding, trimming and joining different types of wood and wood products used in finished and millwork carpentry.

• Make finished carpentry products.

• Must be willing to work on weekends.

• Salary: $8.00 hourly CONTACT: 347-6239 OR 246-9639 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 29703

UNETTIE ASSENETH GARDINER Caribbean Diamond, Leeward Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-1578

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29702

KAREN ADAMS POLLARD Prospect 10, Cooper Jack Rd. Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

29721

LA FAMILIA RESTAURANT #8 Ball Park Lane, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

Taking food orders, serving customers.

Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 244-8820

CONTACT: 649-341-1051

29722

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29738

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 29724

ONE STOP CONSTRUCTION

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION

P&D EMPLOYMENT

AIR CONDITIONING TECHNICIAN

CARPENTER

CELL # 2316087

6A Town Plaza, Industrial Drive Is seeking to employ a

To work 6 days a week.

Duties include troubleshooting of air conditioning systems, and installation of central units and chiller units.

Salary commences with experience RESUMES CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT 6A TOWN PLAZA, INDUSTRIAL DRIVE OR LABOR BOARD. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION. 29717

#101 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. $7.50 hourly

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-331-9854

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD WORK PERMIT RENEWAL 29720

Acting on behalf of

ELEMENTS LTD.

La Vele Plaza, E102 Grace Bay Tel: 941-8325 COOK - $9 Hourly Preparing and cooking international and local cuisines.

Breakfast and lunch, supervise the kitchen staff.

JEAN LAURENT

Back Rd, Blue Hills Tel: 341-9945 MAINTENANCE MAN $7 Hourly Plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD 29736

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a practicing Born again Christian • Must have at least 5 years teaching experience • Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution • Teacher Certificate/ Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution • Must have a working knowledge of

the A-Beka Curriculum • Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and Experience Suitable APPLICANTS can forward Resumes along with copies of Qualifications, Two (2) Character References.

THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AT 667 COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CENTRE, A.O.G LEEWARD HIGHWAY, CONTACT: 941-3484 OR CELL: 243-5304 P.O. BOX 939, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, EMAIL:CCACADEMY2008@GMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION.

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Prediabetes has more than doubled among American children.

Here's how to reduce your kids' risk

Prediabetes has more than doubled among American children. Here’s how to reduce your kids’ risk PREDIABETES in America's youth is following a concerning trend: Rates among children have more than doubled in about 20 years, according to a new study.

The increase was seen over almost all subpopulations of young Americans, regardless of income, ethnicity and education, said study author Junxiu Liu, assistant professor of population health science and policy at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York.

The study, published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics, included children from 12 to 19 years old and looked at data in the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey from 1999 to 2018. Over that time, the rate of prediabetes in adolescents went from 11.6% to 28.2%, rising fairly steadily in that time frame.

Prediabetes is very common in adults, but 80% of those affected don't know they have it, according to the CDC. The condition is marked by blood sugar levels that are higher than normal but not yet at the diabetes threshold, and it increases a person's risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

"If we do not intervene, the children who have prediabetes have a higher risk of developing diabetes and also have a higher risk of all cardiovascular diseases," Liu said.

The study is well done, and adds to a body of knowledge about concerning trends when it comes to diabetes and America's youth, according to Dr. Robert Gabbay, chief science and medical officer of the American Diabetes Association.

"As a society we need to work together to reduce obesity and prediabetes in youth," Gabbay said. "This will take a broad public health approach from working in schools, families, and most importantly availability of healthy foods with a particular emphasis on populations that are (at) greatest risk such as the youth population."

What the study couldn't answer is why prediabetes has been on the rise, Liu said, and that is the next

question future research should pose.

WHAT PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS CAN DO There may still be questions about what is causing the rise, but Liu and Gabbay said a healthy lifestyle is a great place for families to start to reduce their risk.

Most children should be getting regular physical activity, reducing screen time, spending more time outside, eating a healthy diet and getting enough sleep, Liu said.

Researchers saw a decline over five years in the amount of physical activity children as young as 6 years old engage in per day, according to a 2019 study published in the journal Pediatrics. At the same time, children 8 to 12 years old are getting almost five hours of screen time per day while 13to 18-year-olds are spending over seven hours glued to their screens, according to a 2019 report from Common Sense Media, a nonprofit group that provides entertainment and technology recommendations for families.

Getting kids away from the screen and moving can be a challenge for some, so CNN contributor Stephanie Mansour, host of "Step It Up With Steph" on PBS, suggested working with your child to find what works for them -whether it's team sports, swimming on a summer day or going for a family hike.

"Allowing your child to find what sports or physical activities they're interested in early on can give them something to look forward to while maintaining good health and fitness during the school year," Mansour said.

And when it comes to healthy eating, it doesn't have to be a fight.

Listen to your kid's hunger cues, model healthy eating, incorporate healthy additions to meals they already like and make healthy food available (and unhealthy food less so), said Alexis Wood, an assistant professor of pediatric nutrition at Baylor College of Medicine, and lead author of a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association. (BBC)

Observing pictures that trigger childhood memories is linked to a reduced perception of pain, a new study finds.

Nostalgia can reduce perception of pain, study shows THE next time you feel aches or soreness, you might consider skipping the pain reliever and reaching instead for an old photo.

Nostalgia— that sentimental feeling of longing for the past—can reduce pain perception, according to new research published in the journal JNeurosci.

Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Liaoning Normal University asked study participants to rate their level of pain from heat stimulation while looking at pictures that were nostalgic -- depicting old cartoons, childhood games or retro candy -- compared with more modern pictures. During the tasks, an MRI machine also scanned the 34 participants.

Researchers found that observing pictures that triggered childhood memories was linked to participants reporting weaker feelings of pain.

"By managing their discomfort, rather than eliminating or reducing the (unpleasant) stimuli, people can use nostalgia to reframe their painful experiences," Joe Yazhuo Kong, one of the study authors, said in an email.

"Nostalgia is a predominately positive emotion that people easily perceive in their lives," said Kong, a research group leader at the Chinese Academy of Sciences' Lab for Integrative NeuroImaging of

Pain. "For instance, people can feel happy and peaceful when browsing their pictures grouped with family or friends."

Previous studies have also demonstrated the psychological and emotional benefits of nostalgia. One study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology showed that nostalgia -- triggered by a writing task -- decreased the perception of pain intensity among people suffering from chronic pain.

Further research found that people had an increased pain tolerance following thoughts of nostalgia, according to Cathy Cox, an associate professor of psychology at Texas Christian University.

"It's cool to find more and more research bridging the overlap between these psychological and emotional constructs that we're studying, and these biological and behavioral responses," said Cox, a psychologist with a focus on nostalgia. She was not affiliated with the study.

Given that it's both rare and expensive to use MRI scans for psychology research, according to Cox, not much was known about the underlying biological mechanisms for those positive effects of nostalgia.

"During this process of nostalgia-induced pain relief, the thalamus plays a crucial role," Kong told CNN.

The thalamus, often described as the relay station of the brain, is responsible for passing along sensory information and motor signals to the cerebral cortex.

The new study showed that the thalamus integrates that "nostalgia information" and triggers a pain response that is more controlled.

Viewing nostalgic photos also decreased activity in two painrelated areas of the brain.

And it's not just old photos that can lead to positive responses due to nostalgia -- music, movies or certain stories can also trigger these.

So can odors, such as perfume, or the taste of certain foods, such as candy from childhood or cookies that remind someone of home.

All these nostalgia triggers could prove to be useful in the future for providing cheap, easily accessible pain management tools to people.

Cox and Julie Swets, a doctoral candidate at Texas Christian University, are also working on research about how nostalgia can be used as a resource to manage conflict in romantic relationships and increase satisfaction between partners.

But Swets cautioned that using nostalgia for pain relief might not be a blanket solution for everyone.

Previous studies highlight that nostalgia is a personal emotional experience that varies in terms of frequency and intensity. (CNN)

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Matching drugs to DNA is ‘new era of medicine’ WE have the technology to start a new era in medicine by precisely matching drugs to people’s genetic code, a major report says.

Some drugs are completely ineffective or become deadly because of subtle differences in how our bodies function.

The British Pharmacological Society and the Royal College of Physicians say a genetic test can predict how well drugs work in your body.

The tests could be available on the NHS next year.

Your genetic code or DNA is an instruction manual for how your body operates. The field of matching drugs to your DNA is known as pharmacogenomics.

It would have helped Jane Burns, from Liverpool, who lost two-thirds of her skin when she reacted badly to a new epilepsy drug.

She was put on to carbamazepine when she was 19. Two weeks later, she developed a rash and her parents took her to A&E when she had a raging fever and began hallucinating.

The skin damage started the next morning. Jane told the BBC:

The field of matching drugs to your DNA is known as pharmacogenomics.

“I remember waking up and I was just covered in blisters, it was like something out of a horror film, it was like I’d been on fire.”

Her epilepsy medicine caused Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which affects the skin and is far more likely to happen in people who are born with specific mutations in their genetic code.

Mrs Burns says she was “extremely, extremely lucky” and said she supports pharmacogenomic tests.

“If it saves your life, then it’s a fantastic thing.”

NEARLY EVERYONE IS AFFECTED Jane’s experience may sound rare, but Prof Mark Caulfield, the president-elect of the British Pharmacological Society, said “99.5% of us have at least one change in our genome that, if we come across the wrong medicine, it will either not work or it will actually cause harm.”

• More than five million people in the UK get no pain relief from codeine. Their genetic code does not contain the instructions for making the enzyme that breaks codeine down into morphine and without it, the drug’s a dud.

• The genetic code of one in 500 people puts them at higher risk of losing their hearing if they take antibiotic gentamicin Pharmacogenomics is already used for some medicines. In the past, 5-7% of people would have a bad reaction to the HIV drug abacavir and some died. Testing people’s DNA before prescribing the drug means the risk is now zero.

Scientists have looked at the 100 most prescribed drugs in the UK. Their report says we already have the technology to roll out genetic testing to guide the use of 40 of them.

The genetic analysis would cost about £100 and could be done using either a sample of blood or saliva.

Initially, the vision is to perform the test when one of the 40 drugs is prescribed. In the long term, the ambition is to test well ahead of time - possibly at birth if genetic

testing of newborns goes ahead, or as part of a routine check-up in your 50s.

PRECISION “We need to move away from ‘one drug and one dose fits all’ to a more personalised approach, where patients are given the right drug at the right dose to improve the effectiveness and safety of medicines,” said Prof Sir Munir Pirmohamed, from the University of Liverpool.

“What we’re doing is really going to a new era of medicine, because we’re all individuals and we all vary in the way we respond to drugs.”

He said that as we age and are prescribed more and more drugs, there’s a 70% chance that by the age of 70 you will be on at least one drug that is influenced by your genetic make-up.

Lord David Prior, the chairman of NHS England, said: “This will revolutionise medicine.”

He said pharmacogenomics “is the future” and “it can now help us to deliver a new, modern personalised healthcare system fit for 2022”. (BBC)

Wind and solar-generated 10% of global electricity in 2021 WIND and solar-generated 10% of global electricity for the first time in 2021, a new analysis shows.

Fifty countries get more than a tenth of their power from wind and solar sources, according to research from Ember, a climate and energy think tank.

As the world’s economies rebounded from the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, demand for energy soared.

Demand for electricity grew at a record pace. This saw a surge in coal power, rising at the fastest rate since 1985.

The research shows the growth in the need for electricity last year was the equivalent of adding a new India to the world’s grid.

Solar and wind and other clean sources generated 38% of the world’s electricity in 2021. For the first time wind turbines and solar panels generated 10% of the total.

The share coming from wind and sun has doubled since 2015, when the Paris climate agreement was signed.

The fastest switching to wind and solar took place in the Netherlands, Australia, and Vietnam. All three have moved a tenth of their electricity demand from fossil fuels to green sources in the last two years.

“The Netherlands is a great example of a more northern latitude country proving that it’s not just where the Sun shines, it’s also about having the right policy environment that makes the big difference in whether solar takes off,” said Hannah Broadbent from Ember.

Vietnam also saw spectacular growth, particularly in solar which rose by over 300% in just one year.

“In the case of Vietnam, there was a massive step up in solar generation and it was driven by feed-in tariffs - money the government pays you for generating electricity - which made it very attractive for households and for utilities to be deploying large amounts of solar,” said Dave Jones, Ember’s global lead.

“What we saw with that was a massive step up in solar generation last year, which didn’t just meet increased electricity demand, but it also led to a fall in both coal and gas generation.”

Despite the growth and the fact that some countries like Denmark now get more than 50% of their electricity from wind and solar, coal power also saw a remarkable rise in 2021.

A large majority of the increased demand for electricity in 2021 was met by fossil fuels with coal fired

Wind and solar installations grew at pace in 2021.

electricity rising by 9%, the fastest rate since 1985.

Much of the rise in coal use was in Asian countries including China and India - but the increase in coal was not matched by gas use which increased globally by only 1%, indicating that rising prices for gas have made coal a more viable source of electricity.

“The last year has seen some really super high gas prices, where coal became cheaper than gas,” said Dave Jones.

“What we’re seeing right now is gas prices across Europe and across much of Asia being 10 times more expensive than they were this

time last year, where coal is three times more expensive.

He called the price rises for both gas and coal: “a double reason for electricity systems to demand more clean electricity, because the economics have shifted so fundamentally.”

The researchers say that despite the coal resurgence in 2021, major economies including the US, UK, Germany, and Canada are aiming to shift their grids to 100% carbon free electricity within the next 15 years.

This switch is being driven by concerns over keeping the rise in the world’s temperature under

1.5C this century.

To do that, scientists say that wind and solar need to grow at around 20% every year up to 2030.

The authors of this latest analysis say this is now “eminently possible”.

The war in Ukraine could also give a push to electricity sources that don’t depend on Russian imports of oil and gas.

“Wind and solar have arrived, and they offer a solution out of the multiple crises that the world is facing, whether it’s a climate crisis, or the dependence on fossil fuels, this could be a real turning point,” said Hannah Broadbent. (BBC)

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Nou Camp: ‘Magical’ night for women’s football as crowd record broken “MAGICAL.” That was how Barcelona captain Alexia Putellas described playing in front of a record-breaking crowd of 91,553 fans at the Nou Camp.

It was the team’s first appearance in front of supporters at the iconic stadium and the occasion did not disappoint.

The players produced a sensational display to thrash rivals Real Madrid 5-2 and reach the Champions League semi-finals, but all eyes were on the crowd, and whether it could surpass 60,739 and set a new record attendance for a women’s club game.

It went much further, beating a 23-year record of 90,195 from the 1999 World Cup in the United States, to become the largest crowd to watch a women’s football match.

Ballon d’Or winner Putellas, who grew up watching the men’s team at the Nou Camp, said the turnout had left her “speechless”.

“This has been utterly magical.

When the match finished the fans simply didn’t want to go home, there was such a connection between them and us while we celebrated,” she said.

“I saw a lot of girls, children with that spark in their eyes. It’s amazing to be part of history.”

Putellas was among the goals as the defending champions came from 2-1 down to win 5-2 on the night and secure an emphatic 8-3 aggregate victory.

Barcelona set a new women’s record attendance of 91,553 fans at the Nou Camp.

Fellow goalscorer Aitana Bonmati said: “We’ve recently been through some wonderful experiences, especially winning the Champions League. But maybe this was more special.

“A full Nou Camp and making history - immense.”

The night started with Barcelona’s team bus having to squeeze through thousands of fans

singing and waving flags outside the stadium long before kick-off.

Inside the ground, a giant mosaic was formed before the start of the match, spelling out the words “more than empowerment”.

The club had said that filling the biggest stadium in Europe would “send out a clear message to aspiring young girls all around the world - you can do it too!”

‘WOMEN’S FOOTBALL UNSTOPPABLE’ Nearly all the 99,354 tickets for the El Clasico had been snapped up after a huge engagement campaign by the club, but with some tickets given away for free, there were question marks over how many fans would turn up.

The match started with the stadium only half full, but fans

slowly arrived and by the end it was almost at capacity, with those in attendance creating a carnival atmosphere.

Barcelona coach Jonatan Giraldez said: “I told my players before the match that it wasn’t enough to simply qualify tonight.

We had to put on a show for our fans - and we did.

“What a great day this has been!

We’ll remember it all our lives. The match was magical. It’s complicated, though, to explain all the emotions you feel on a night like this.”

Despite seeing his side on the wrong end of a thrashing, Real Madrid coach Alberto Toril agreed, describing it as “a great spectacle, a fiesta for women’s football”.

He added: “Two super teams who wanted to compete, to attack and a huge crowd. Women’s football is unstoppable, it’s going to grow and grow.”

Everton player Toni Duggan, who used to play for Barcelona, tweeted: “91.553! JUST WOW!!”, while Manchester United goalkeeper Mary Earps said it was “insane”.

Former England and Arsenal defender Alex Scott told DAZN how when she had faced Barcelona with the Gunners they had played in a different stadium in front of “a couple of hundred people”.

“To have this game played here shows how far the game has come,” she added. (BBC)

USA and Mexico secure World Cup places

Mexico finished second in qualifying, level on points but with a worse goal difference than leaders Canada.

THE United States and Mexico secured their place at this year’s World Cup finals in Qatar after securing the results needed to claim the last two Concacaf automatic qualifying places.

The USA lost 2-0 to Costa Rica, who had to win by at least six goals to take third spot from Gregg Berhalter’s side.

Wolves striker Raul Jiminez was on the scoresheet as Mexico eased past El Salvador 2-0 to finish second.

Canada lost 1-0 to Panama but had already secured top spot in qualifying.

Having finished fourth in the standings, Costa Rica will now face New Zealand in a play-off in June for a place at the World Cup, which gets under way on 21 November. The draw for the finals is on Friday in Doha.

It would have taken a freakish set of results on Wednesday to

deny Mexico or the USA their place in Qatar.

Two second-half goals in eight minutes by Juan Vargas and Anthony Contreras raised hopes of a miracle for Costa Rica, but the USA regrouped to close out the game, qualifying ahead of their opponents on goal difference.

“I’m extremely proud of this group,” said USA and Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic, whose country failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

“It’s a bit of a weird feeling right now because I hate to lose so much. But I’m really proud and I can’t wait to go to the World Cup. “It’s definitely been a rollercoaster.”

Mexico ended their see-saw qualifying campaign with a victory which ensures they will continue their record of appearing at every men’s World Cup since 1994.

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Formula 1: Las Vegas to host grand prix from 2023 - third yearly race in United States FORMULA 1 will have a third race in the USA from next year after securing a deal for a Las Vegas Grand Prix.

The 3.8-mile track will include a portion of the Nevada resort city’s famous Strip.

It will be a night race and held on a Saturday at 22:00 local time, which will mean it is broadcast early on Sunday morning in Europe (06:00 GMT).

Las Vegas joins the US Grand Prix in Austin, Texas, and the new Miami event, which makes its debut in May this year.

F1 president Stefano Domenicali said: “This is an incredible moment for F1 that demonstrates the huge appeal and growth of our sport with a third race in the US.” The initial three-year contract is the culmination of more than three decades of F1 trying on and off to secure a race in Las Vegas that incorporates the Strip as part of the track layout.

As such, it represents a realisation of a major ambition

by F1 owners Liberty Media, who have made expanding the sport’s reach in America a key aim since taking over in 2017.

Domenicali, who was in Las Vegas for the announcement of the race along with Liberty Media chairman and chief executive officer Greg Maffei, added: “Las Vegas is a destination known

Formula 1 say the track in Las Vegas will “sweep past some of the world’s most legendary landmarks, hotels and casinos”

around the world for its excitement, hospitality, thrills, and of course, the famous Strip.

“There is no better place for Formula 1 to race than in the global entertainment capital of the world and we cannot wait to be here next year.”

A statement from F1 said the track would “sweep past some of the world’s most legendary landmarks, hotels and casinos”.

F1 said the race will be 50 laps long and that the circuit will have “three main straights and 14 corners, including a high-speed cornering sequence and a single chicane section”.

The race is being promoted in partnership with some of the major casino and hotel groups in the city, including Caesars Palace, Wynn Las Vegas, MGM and the Venetian.

F1’S GROWTH IN THE US Austin has been a major success since the Circuit of the Americas made its debut on the calendar in 2012, and the Miami race at the Hard Rock Stadium is already seeing huge levels of interest.

F1 has held a grand prix in Las Vegas twice before, in 1981 and 1982, when former boss Bernie Ecclestone staged a race in the car park at the Caesars Palace casino.

Through the 1990s, Ecclestone worked with various parties in Las Vegas to try to secure a race on the Strip, but his attempts were always stymied by the refusal of the casino owners to close the famous road.

He revived the plans from time to time but never succeeded in securing a deal.

This time, the casinos and hotels are all on board, and it seems this has come about as a result of F1’s growing momentum in the States, which many put down largely to the new audience created by the Netflix show Drive to Survive.

Domenicali has also worked assiduously on relationships with power-brokers in Las Vegas since he took on the job at the start of 2021.

In the 1960s and ‘70s, F1 had a permanent home in the US at Watkins Glen in New York State, which was joined by a street race at Long Beach, California from 1978.

Watkins Glen’s tenure came to an end in 1980 and Long Beach followed it off the calendar after 1983, both for financial reasons, and F1 spent the 1980s as an itinerant presence in America, cycling through a series of anonymous tracks in cities around the country, none of which were a success.

It seemed to have found a permanent home with the move to a road course inside the famous oval track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway from 2000-7.

But although the event attracted large crowds, F1 sabotaged its own future there with a controversial race in 2005, when only six cars took part because of a row over tyres, handled badly by F1’s bosses.

That meant Indianapolis’ contract was not renewed, and the US fell off the calendar until Ecclestone landed the Austin race from 2012.

Austin was a hit from its beginning, and has only grown in stature since, but Ecclestone failed in his attempts to secure a street race overlooking the Manhattan skyline in New York in the 2010s.

And it has taken the advent of Liberty, which bought F1 in 2017 and ousted Ecclestone as chief executive, to usher in what appears to be a new era of success in the States. (BBC)

Canada make first men’s World Cup in 36 years CANADA beat Jamaica 4-0 to reach their first men’s World Cup in 36 years.

Victory in Toronto means Canada are assured of finishing in one of the top three places in the final stage of Concacaf qualifying for Qatar 2022.

Their last World Cup appearance came at Mexico 1986, where they finished bottom of their group without scoring.

Cyle Larin and Tajon Buchanan put Canada 2-0 up at half-time before Junior Hoilett and an Adrian Mariappa own goal sealed the victory.

It led to joyous celebrations from the sell-out crowd at BMO Field as Canada clinched World Cup qualification for only the second time.

English coach John Herdman, who led the Canadian women’s team to successive Olympic

bronze medals in 2012 and 2016, has guided Les Rouges to Qatar in his first qualifying campaign in charge.

“We just qualified for the World Cup, this is a legit football country,” said Herdman, who last worked in England as an academy coach at Sunderland more than 20 years ago.

“When I first took over and I said, ‘We’re going to qualify for the World Cup’, I don’t think they believed us. I’m happy for them because all of these fans have waited and waited and waited, and hung in with us - and we’re going.

“I think this country never believed in us because we’ve given them nothing to believe in. They believe now.

“This is the time for everyone to get behind football and unite because we can be a powerhouse.”

(BBC)

Junior Hoilett, who scored in the win for Canada, plays for Reading in England’s second tier

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Runaway Western Conference leaders the Phoenix Suns have won 62 games and lost 14 this season.

NBA: Phoenix Suns beat Cornborough has won 65 caps since making her debut for England in 2015.

Golden State Warriors 107Women’s Six Nations: England to 103 to equal win record THE Phoenix Suns equalled their The Mavericks beat the ‘expect unexpected’ from Italy single-season record for victories Cleveland Cavaliers 120-112, with with a 107-103 win over the Golden State Warriors.

Chris Paul delivered the final two baskets of the game in the final two minutes as Phoenix matched their franchise win record of 62.

The Suns also achieved that feat in the 1992-93 and 2004-05 seasons.

Devin Booker and Mikal Bridges ended the contest with 22 points each as the Suns claimed a ninth successive Western Conference win in San Francisco.

In response, Jordan Poole matched his career-high total of 38 points for the Warriors, who are now tied third with the Dallas Mavericks following a fourth consecutive defeat.

Luka Doncic scoring a game-high 35 points for Dallas, and Dorian Finney-Smith making a careerhigh 28 points for the Cavaliers.

Elsewhere on Wednesday, Jimmy Butler scored 24 points and Kyle Lowry added 23 as Eastern Conference leaders the Miami Heat defeated the Boston Celtics 106-98.

Victory means the Heat hold a one-game lead over the Milwaukee Bucks, who beat the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday, while Boston and the 76ers are two games behind.

The Toronto Raptors are tied fifth with the Chicago Bulls after beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 125-102. (BBC)

PROP Vickii Cornborough says England must be braced for Italy’s unpredictable style of play on Sunday.

England opened their Women’s Six Nations title defence with a 57-5 victory over Scotland, while Italy faded to a 39-6 defeat by France after a solid first half away in Grenoble.

“Italy love, open broken play, their style of play really rattled France,” said Cornborough.

“We have to make sure we expect the unexpected.”

England have been convincing winners in the teams’ most recent meetings, running up a 67-3 scoreline in Parma last year.

However Italy have pushed

England close in the past, most notably coming within nine points of the Red Roses in the 2016 edition of the Six Nations.

Cornborough believes their style of play will offer opportunities for England as well as attacking threat.

“Italy like a loose kicking game,” she added. “They love a chip and chase over the top and they are very good at regathering so it is having that awareness in defence, but it is also poses so many opportunities for the counter attack.

“I think it will be really exciting for an England squad that is hungry to score.”

France host Ireland while Wales entertain Scotland in the other

matches in round two.

Wales will be hoping to back up a dramatic opening-round victory over Ireland.

Cornborough, who was elected as the Rugby Players’ Association vice-chair in November, says the introduction of professional contracts, as happened for some of Wales’ elite female players in January, are important for the Women’s Six Nations as a whole.

“I have gone through that whole process myself; from amateur to semi-professional, holding down a full-time job while still trying to juggle a Red Roses career, and now fully professional and it completely changes the game,” said the 32-year-old.

Former F1 boss Max Mosley shot himself after terminal cancer diagnosis FORMER F1 boss Max Mosley shot himself after learning his cancer was terminal, a coroner has concluded.

Mr Mosley died in his London home in May 2021. The 81-yearold had been in debilitating pain.

Westminster Coroner’s Court heard that he shared his plans, had a final meal with his wife and wrote a suicide note.

Senior Coroner Dr Fiona Wilcox recorded a conclusion of suicide, saying she was “satisfied” Mr Mosley intended to kill himself.

Mr Mosley developed diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, a cancer affecting immune cells, in 2019, the court heard on Tuesday.

Having exhausted all the treatment options, doctors had told him he likely had a “very limited life expectancy” and he had been

moved to palliative care.

Mr Mosley contacted his personal assistant the night before he was found dead to tell him about his decision to kill himself.

He could not be persuaded and had formed a “settled intent”, the court heard, and a suicide note was found the following day.

Dr Wilcox recorded a cause of death as a gunshot wound, adding that the cancer was a contributing factor to the death of “a remarkable man”.

She said: “I am also entirely satisfied Mr Mosley would not have undertaken this action but for the distressing and debilitating terminal lymphoma.”

The inquest also heard from Mr Mosley’s relatives that he felt his biggest achievement as president of the Federation Internationale de

The coroner said she was “satisfied” Max Mosley had intended to kill himself due to his terminal cancer diagnosis.

l’Automobile (FIA) - the governing body for F1 racing and non-profit representing motoring interests worldwide - was “the promotion of

road safety” and “green technology in F1”.

Mr Mosley led motorsport’s governing body the FIA from 1993

to 2009 and, in his role as FIA president, initiated widespread reforms of safety procedures in Formula 1 following the death of Ayrton Senna in 1994.

On learning of his death, exFormula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone said it was “like losing a brother”.

At the time, Mr Ecclestone said: “He did, a lot of good things not just for motorsport, also the [car] industry. He was very good in making sure people built cars that were safe.”

Mr Mosley - the son of 1930s British fascist leader Sir Oswald Mosley - also campaigned for tighter press regulation after winning £60,000 damages from the News of the World when it wrongly published a story alleging he had attended a Nazi-themed orgy. (BBC)

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Williams proves he is still the fastest Turks Islander DELANO Williams is a Turks and Caicos sporting icon and on Friday evening, he proved that he is still the fastest Turks Islander.

The 28-year-old who decided to open his season at home, romped to victory at the two-day 2022 CARIFTA Trials which was held on Friday and Saturday at the National Stadium.

In the 100M on Friday evening, Williams, who lives and trains in Jamaica, but runs for Great Britain, was not the fastest out of

the blocks, running in lane two, he actually had to play catch up and had to sprint past the much improved Courtney Missick, who looked threatening from the 6080M mark.

Williams’s strides were however faster than his opponents and he was able to power his way to victory.

Williams finished in 10.91s while Missick finished in 11.06s.

Wilkenson Fenelon placed third in 11.27s.

Delano Williams expressing his opinion during the 2022 CARIFTA Trials. (Gertrude Saunders-Forbes photo)

Provo Aquatics compete in the Black Marlins Spring Invitational in the Bahamas The Provo Aquatics Club travelled to Nassau, Bahamas over the weekend, with 11 swimmers, to attend their third sanctioned swim meet for the season.

The Black Marlins Spring Invitational tested the state of preparedness of senior swimmers who are heading to CARIFTA 2022 this month in Barbados and provided junior swimmers an opportunity to record their first official swim race and demonstrate their skills across different strokes.

Azaan Alleyne (Boys 7-8 age group) took the plunge for the first time and swam a vibrant 50M freestyle.

The smile on his face after touching the wall at the finish spoke volumes about his feeling of accomplishment. Rounding out the Boys 7-8 age group was Ethan Davis. Ethan expanded his skillset in the freestyle and backstroke events.

His 200M freestyle swim was a first for him and the longest distance swam in a race. He obtained personal best swims in all of his events and impressed his coach, parents and supporters with improved times.

The remaining swimmers included Danielle Burgess (Girls 11-12 age group), Jayden Davis (Boys 11-12 age group), Angelina

The Provo Aquatics Club swimmers who competed at last weekend’s meet.

Lindenhahn and Sophie Taylor (Girls 13-14 age group), Ethan Gardiner (Boys 13-14 age group), Thais Burgess (Girls 15 and Over age group) and Sean Walters (Boys 15 and Over age group).

These seven swimmers form an integral part of the 10-member TCI National Swim Team representing the Turks and Caicos Islands at the upcoming CARIFTA 2022 Swimming Championships.

According to information from the club, the meet was used “as a tune-up focusing on specific race strategies that will be employed towards potential top swims. Collectively, the swimmers demonstrated their readiness for competition, posted a series of personal best swims and made numerous podium finishes.

Jayden Davis (Boys 11-12 age group) and Thais Burgess (15 and Over age group) captured top

honours of winning High Point and first runner up High Point trophies, respectively”.

Coach Zeke Hall stated that “while collecting awards is not the primary target of competition, it’s encouraging to see the swimmers with their collection of awards at the end of a swim meet.” He went on to thank the swimmers, parents, supporters and sponsors for their continued involvement

and contributions towards growing the Provo Aquatics Foundation and its dedication to growing the sport of swimming in TCI. To learn more about the Provo Aquatics Foundation and how you can assist, please visit the webpage, like them on Facebook and follow them on Instagram @ swimmingwithpaf website: www. provoaquaticsfoundation.com

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ISLANDERS, CANADIENS AND PIRATES WIN PROVO HOCKEY LEAGUE TITLES THE GBCR Islanders, the L’Heureux and Co Canadiens and the Projetech Pirates won their respective titles when the 2021-2022 Provo Hockey League (PHL) concluded on Saturday afternoon at the Graceway Sports Centre.

The finals proved to be scintillating plays with several close games, especially in the Bantam and Midget divisions.

The Midget (oldest players) championship clash was extremely exciting with both teams bringing their ‘A’ games.

Liam Thompson (from a Thomas King pass) carried the Pirates ahead before Gabriel Bruton assisted Max Scholar to even the clash.

Dylan King took the Pirates ahead again at 9:04 in the first period, before Scholar scored his second goal four and a half minutes later to again level the game.

In Period Two, King gave the Pirates a cushion with back-toback strikes, before Jacob Been from the Greyhounds scored twice in two minutes to again level the scores in the see-saw battle.

A tense two minutes followed before James Nesbitt took the Pirates ahead—this time for good.

In the dying moments of the game, when the Greyhounds were looking for an equalise, it was King who managed to score his fourth for the 6-4 win.

In the Bantam Division final, the Canadiens took the lead when Liam Redstone scored in the seventh minute, but Aiden Bromley even the game four minutes later.

After a long stretch of quality defence by both sides, the dynamic

Redstone was able to carry his team ahead at 11:20 in Period Two; less than three minutes later, he sealed the game (3-1) with his hattrick from a Rishith Gururaja pass.

In the Novice Division, the Islanders were able to register a comfortable victory over the Design Studio Jets.

Yash Ochani opened the scoring at 1:26, before Ryan King scored back-to-back goals (one in the first period and the other in the second) to seal the win.

Meanwhile, The Temple Financial Canucks finished third in the Novice Division after a 7-4 win.

The L’Heureux and Co Canadiens won the Bantam Division.

The Projetech Pirates won the oldest age division.

Novice Division winners, the GBCR Islanders were almost flawless in their run this season.

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