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TCI cruise center reopening delayed – New date to be announced

BY OLIVIA ROSE After being closed for 21 months, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the long-awaited reopening of the Grand Turk Cruise Center (GTCC) has been postponed.

As developers feverishly buckle down on preparations for the Grand Turk Cruise port to welcome over 6,000 guests on cruise ships on December 7, 2021, incomplete works have stalled the anticipated big day.

The TCI government, in a statement issued on Friday December 3, 2021, said that the port will not be reopened on December 7, as previously announced to allow the dock and reception facilities upgrades to be completed.

“Work has continued at a rapid pace to achieve the initial target, but an on-the-ground assessment indicates that slightly more time is needed.

“As a result, the initial planned

return of December 7, 2021, has moved to a return during the week of Dec. 13, 2021, with the exact date to be determined.

“There is much anticipation of the opening and welcoming guests back after a 21-month pause, with all stakeholders playing their part to make it a success”, the government stated that on Wednesday, October 13, 2021, a multimillion dollar agreement to extend and improve the dock facility in Grand Turk, was inked between TCIG and Carnival Corporation this week.

The signing of the contract finalized a development agreement with Carnival Corporation and the Turks and Caicos Islands Government(TCIG) to facilitate a $25 million investment in the Grand Turk port.

This will see some of the largest cruise ships in the world calling at Grand Turk just in time for the uptick in Caribbean cruise tourism, which is expected during the high-

A series of training workshops got underway on December 1st, for persons in the cruise sector under the theme ‘Restarting TCI’s Cruise Industry.’

season from December onwards.

Some of the work underway include deepening and lengthening of the jetty, construction of a local vendors market and other community beautification and enhancement projects.

SERVICE PROVIDERS’ TRAINING Coupled with this, in an effort to ensure guests have a memorable experience when they visit these shores, the Ministry of Tourism, along with the Ministry of Finance, in collaboration with Carnival Corporation, is preparing tourism service providers for a reset in their product and services offerings to visitors through a series of workshops.

The workshops got underway on December 1st, for persons in the cruise sector, including water sports, taxi/tour, trams, allterrain vehicles (ATVs), golf cart

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operators, beach vendors, cabana vendors, pre- pandemic Grand Turk center vendors, wedding planners, and massage therapists under the theme ‘Restarting TCI’s Cruise Industry.’

The session began with an invocation by Pastor Oscar Talbot, followed by a welcome by moderator Brian Been from the Ministry of Tourism.

The morning session was facilitated by Carnival Corporation’s Mr David Candib, Vice President, Development & Operations, Global Port & Destination Development Group; alongside Ms Marie McKenzie Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Senior Manager, Product Development and Marketing at Carnival, Ms Lilla Ferenci, also engaged participants of the workshop and helped to address some challenges.

Ferenci also highlighted opportunities for shore excursions, expectations, insurance, and other aspects of cruise tourism.

Deputy Director of the DECR, Mr Luc Clerveaux, who facilitated an evening session, brought vendors up to scratch with the new Beach and Coastal Vending protocols, which was recently passed in the House of Assembly with much controversy.

Speaking during the launch of the workshop Minister of Tourism Hon. Josephine Connolly said the workshops were designed to meet the needs of operators and create awareness regarding business opportunities within the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Cruise Industry.

She said:“I am elated to see you all eager to continue the journey of professional development.

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TCI & Bahamas team up to tackle human trafficking – Heads of government's sign shiprider agreement

BY OLIVIA ROSE IN AN EFFORT to combat human trafficking, drugs and firearms smuggling, poaching and other illicit activities, the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Bahamas officially inked an agreement to boost maritime security in both nations.

On Thursday December 2nd, 2021, TCI Governor Nigel Dakin, Bahamas Minister of Labor and Immigration Keith Richard Bell and TCI Minister of Immigration Hon. Arlington Musgrove signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to help enhance maritime security ("the Shiprider Agreement”) by proactively addressing the challenges of illegal immigrants and other illicit activities that threaten border security.

The MOU was signed on the Bahamas Defense Force (RBDF) ship HMB Nassau, prior to the Ocean Security Strategic Leadership Conference.

The long-awaited (MOU) between the two countries solidifies cooperation and will make provisions for the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, and the TCI Joint Task Force to join forces, share intelligence, and conduct training to combat human trafficking, illegal migration etc.

On his Instagram, Governor Nigel Dakin said the MOU was signing as an “important national security moment”.

He stressed that it will allow both countries to tackle shared challenges in a more strategic fashion.

“The challenges we collectively face are getting worse, not better, but we are collectively in better shape now than before and there’s a

recognition that TCI is increasingly in a position to not only deliver tactical but strategic impact.”

As part of TCI’s long standing OPBAT agreement, (Operation Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands), the TCI hosted senior delegations from the US (led by an Admiral and the responsible US Ambassador) and the Bahamas (led by a Minster, Chief of Defence Staff and National Security Permanent Secretary)and representatives from UK Military, FCDO and Home Office to witness the historic signing.

Dakin said: “That’s what OPBAT now needs to do, we don’t want to be just stopping sloops (forever), we need a network to take down a network.

“We also need to be smart in learning off each other’s capabilities and adding unique value to each other.”

He further explained that three lines of work were conceived at the conference and agreed by the relevant parties.

“The US will build capacity through training and, through that, build expertise, mutual trust and interoperability.

“The Bahamas have taken on the role of developing a genuinely joint concept of operations that will integrate our deployments far more than we have in the past particularly between TCI and Haiti.

“TCI - supported by the UK - will develop systems to allow trilateral intelligence sharing.

“This is vital if we are to go after those who organise and facilitate rather than those who just operate or travel in the vessels.

“The visit saw US and Bahamian “Cutters” moored alongside each other in Grand Turk (a first I think).

TCI, Bahamas sign ‘Shiprider Agreement’ -Governor’s Instagram photos

“Agreements to allow TCI to work on board Bahamian vessels patrolling our waters were signed as was a similar agreement with the US on collaboration on Search and Rescue: all the more apposite given the loss of seven migrants in our waters last week”, he added.

The Territory’s fully operational military regiment will also assist the maritime officers at sea, and also through land-based operations in this regard.

Although the Bahamas has assisted the territory with interception and intelligence sharing for years, the MoU will provide a legal framework for the cooperation.

The strengthening of these bilateral relations will allow the Bahamas’ marine forces to patrol the TCI’s waters, in an effort to reinforce the work of the territory’s Immigration Task Force and Police Maritime Unit.

The TCI, Bahamas, and the United States are currently

cooperating on maritime security issues through OPBAT. This is an agreement for trilateral cooperation on drug control activities. Negotiations began in 2018 on the TCI-Bahamas Sailor Agreement, which allows TCI and Bahamas “sailors” to board each

other’s law enforcement agencies or aircraft.

Through this agreement sailors may be empowered to assist in the enforcement of TCI laws relating to trafficking, illegal immigration, trafficking of drugs or firearms or unregulated fishing.

Dead man found with gunshot in Kew Town POLICE are investigating the circumstances under which a man was killed and his body discarded.

A police bulletin this week revealed that at about 6:30am on Monday, December 6, a report was made to the 911 call center that the lifeless body of a man was discovered in the Kew Town area of Providenciales.

Police said the body had what appeared to be a gunshot wound.

As at time of press no further information was provided as to the identity of the deceased.

Anyone with information or knowledge of this incident, is urged to call Crimestoppers anonymously at 1- 800-8477 (TIPS) or 911.

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

THE BEACH VENDING BILL

Beach Vending has been an issue for many years in the Turks and Caicos Islands. As such, this new government is seeking to regularise the activity, but there are a lot of concerns about the contents of the proposed law. Last week Monday, November 22, the Beach and Coastal Vending Bill 2021 was set to be debated in the House of Assembly. But rather than the debate, as everyone was led to believe, what ensued was, the bill was only taken through its first reading.

This means that the debate on the contents of the controversial bill will have to wait until it is read in the House a second time. However, prior to the laying of the bill, the Opposition Leader, Hon. Edwin Astwood, had declared that his party would not allow the controversial bill to go unchallenged, as they have many concerns with the contents of the document. He said: “It is the PDM party’s position that while there should be an enforceable system of regulations for beach vending activities, the drafted clauses in the Beach and Coastal Vending Bill 2021 does not represent the best interest, and provide little to no protection, for our people (Turks and Caicos Islanders).

What are your thoughts?

What a difference 14 seats can make

This government has such a great potential to make a real difference for the first time in its history and that of the TCI. What a difference 14 seats can make. “No-one” knows where this idea of the Beach Vending Bill came from, but it is certainly not a good idea for the TCI for so many reasons.

There are so many things a government with this “popularity” could do with its “mandate”. Placing restrictions on access to the beach leaves a bitter taste in the mouths of the TCI native. Intuitively and innately they own the beach.

Is this how they want to squander their mandate? There are so many things that a government could do for its people.

Restricting access to the Beach should not have been one of them.

Buyer’s remorse

Apart from a few official and salient statements from the official Leader of the Opposition, there is little public debate.

For such a precious natural resource as the beach, it should have taken more debate and public consultation. At the first chance it should be repealed.

Certainly there was more opposition, pushback and refusal from supporters of the Progressive National Party.

As a democratic model such debate in

the ranks of the governing party is certainly good for democracy. This government has united most TCislanders against this law.

Many see their country taken away from them. This concern and “buyer’s remorse” is heightened from the massive losses over the part four years from the effects of the Hurricanes of 2017 and the fallout from the Pandemic.

This government and backbenchers would have better placed their efforts to fighting for substantive changes and reforms to the ill-fated Crown Land Ordinance.

A series of Town-Hall meetings on the reforms to the Ordinance should set the debate in motion to make Crown land work for the TCI native and not the other way around.

There is a wider concern that locals feel abandoned, lost and cast aside in their own country.

Daunting

Elected on a mandate of “making things easier” for the people, this is certainly not one of the ways to achieve that dubious objective.

TCIslanders on the beach must now get two layers of business licensing. Simply getting the bureaucracy to move fast enough is daunting as it is. Standing on long lines at the Business Licensing office and getting the DECR to move in time is not hopeful.

Implicit in the promise of e-government was the promise that things would get easier.

This measure should have been handled in a number of different ways. If there is to be another fee for the Beach Vendor’s license it should be capped at $10.00 and waived for the first year.

Implacable approach

Initial reactions from the official Leader of the Opposition indicate that he is concerned about the government’s implacable approach to the plight of locals.

He stated: “I saw the elected government being excessively dispassionate to the plight of persons who may not be able to be in full compliance to all the many requirements, fees, and permits at this time.”

Where the Leader of the Opposition finds an admirable intent to the law, he was still of the position that it would be harmful to locals. His call for the government to give concessions to locals is equally an admirable one.

Yet he cannot fathom how many locals would be able to comply with the new law, the additional guidelines and loopholes that they must not jump through.

This state of uncertainty is not helpful to the process and will cause further harm.

Governments are not usually aware that civil servants apply rules and regulations in their own way and not in compliance with the exact provisions of the law.

The DECR is now calling for vendors to be registered to be in time for the first ship at Carnival in Grand Turk.

feel sold out. Why weren’t they properly consulted, where were the public townhall meetings?

Where’s the democracy in all of this?

Is this business as usual? Allegations are that the big corporations in Grand Turk are behind this measure. Yet why inflict this evil on the rest of the country?

This should not have been a one size fits all situation. What obtains in Grand Turk should not be placed in Provo.

An affront to the people

This law is an affront to TCI people and their existence. Who would ever dare restricting access to the local beaches? Why? One wonders whether this Bill could survive a constitutional motion under article 14 of the constitution which provides an absolute right to assemble and gather on public places such as the Beach.

It is really doubted whether this government is in compliance with the constitution in ramming this law through parliament. Calls on the Governor’s Office should be made.

Why are the “stakeholders” so silent on this law? Where is the voice of the Hotel Association, the TCI Chamber of Commerce and the busines community?

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People sold out

Why this government going to all lengths to waste and squander its mandate is mind boggling. The question is why face all of this attack, opposition, loss of support and suspicion?

Members of the public question the reason and motives behind this law. TCI businessmen and natives on the beach

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Cruise operators urged to submit documents as deadline for grants approaches

BY OLIVIA ROSE OPERATORS in the Grand Turk Cruise Industry are being urged to apply for government assistance before the deadline, Monday 13th December 2021.

The Turks and Caicos Islands

government recently launched a Grand Turk Cruise Assistance Stimulus package in its efforts to revive the cruise industry in the nation’s capital.

The stimulus package aims to ensure that service providers in the cruise-tourism sector, which was

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to increase visitor’s satisfaction alongside holistic investment in the industry by vendors and service providers on Grand Turk.

“These Workshops are a part of a mutual consideration by the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG) and Carnival Corporation for the development and enhancement of partnerships within the local business community”, Connolly added.

The training sessions continued throughout the week with specific discussions on investment and business development, maritime and the cruise industry, excursion operations, retail, and general business development.

Also, along with these measures, the Ministry of Health is also playing a critical role in finalizing safety protocols to be adhered to by cruise lines in a bid to ensure safety and prevent the spread of coronavirus onshore.

Health Minister, Hon. Jamell Robinson, at a press conference last month, said the Ministry is finalizing a set of protocols along the same lines of the government's tried-andtested risk-free safety Covid-19 measures, implemented months ago for travelers.

The suspension of global cruises back in March 2020, left over 1,450 people in the cruise tourism industry on the bread line.

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means of justifying the Law. This cannot wash, as they have public health, which they have deliberately refused to enforce over he years.

Departments such as the DECR and the Public Heath Departments are routinely understaffed and under budgeted for over the years. Yet these departments have strong laws which, if they have the support, would go a long way to police litter on the beach.

Do we smell a rat?

The Swath of laws to govern activities on the beach in the TCI is second to none. There is the National Parks Ordinance, the Coastal Resources Ordinance and related laws. Ample legislation is in place to police the beach, control activities on the beach and most of which are not adequately enforced.

Leader of the Opposition Edwin Taylor is correct. It does not appear that this law is in the best interests of the people. It seems that the resorts, entities like Carnival Corporation have the upper hand. Locals do not feel represented in all of this.

It is good that the Leader of the Opposition decided to challenge the law. Ironically, with one seat he is representing the voice of 90 of the voting population when it comes to this law. Is the TCI for sale? Why don’t they enforce the laws that are on the books.

What’s the reason for all of this. Do we smell a rat? There is fallout and economic dislocation.

severely economically impacted as a result of the shutdown during the Covid-19 pandemic, are given assistance.

The deadline for the submission of outstanding documents for the government’s cruise business assistance programme is quickly approaching and eligible applicants are being reminded to submit all outstanding documentation on or before 11.59 A.M on Monday,13th December, 2021.

Applicants are also being encouraged to check the email address that they provided on their

application for an email sent by noreply@gov.tc.

The requested documents should be uploaded via the link provided in the email.

All queries regarding Cruise Business Assistance grants can be sent to tcicruisegrant@gov.tc.

Business owners in the Grand Turk cruise industry can now apply for government-funded grants to help resuscitate their pandemicbruised establishments.

The online portal officially went live at https://stimulus.gov.tc on Tuesday November 16.

The grants will be provided to eligible operators including water sports, taxi/tour, trams, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), golf cart operators, beach vendors, cabana vendors, pre- pandemic Grand Turk centre vendors, wedding planners, and massage therapists to encourage investment in targeted areas.

To qualify for the grant, the applicant must be a Turks and Caicos Islander or British Overseas Territories Citizen (BOTC).

The assistance ranges from the sum of $3500 to $10,000, for various categories.

Under the tree By Benneth Williams

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Highlights from National security council meeting on November 29 His Excellency Governor Nigel Dakin, and the Hon. Deputy Premier, EJ Saunders, co-chaired a meeting of the TCI National Security Council (NSC) on Monday 29 November 2021 at the Premier’s Office in Providenciales.

Also in attendance were H.E. the Deputy Governor, the Hon. Attorney General, the Hon. Minister for Immigration, the Commissioner of Police (via video link), the Acting Commissioner of Police, PS National Security, Deputy PS National Security and the National Security Secretariat (NSS) Threats Lead.

Presentations/updates were given by PS Tourism and the Acting Commissioner of Police; PS Immigration and Ms Victoria Farley – Border Security; NSS Threats Lead.

Members were updated on the formation and training of the Beach Patrol Unit within the Ministry of Tourism. The update included legislation being laid before the House of Assembly

on 30 November, Unit recruit training beginning 1 December, and the police providing support to units until they are operational.

Ms Farley and PS Immigration on the longterm TCI Border Protection programme delivered updates on maritime enforcement plans involving the police, radar station, DECR, Customs and the TCI Regiment.

Received a presentation from the NSS Threats Lead on the Whole of Government Safer Communities Strategy for Reducing Serious Violent Crime.

Acting Commissioner of Police (ACOP)updated members on the ongoing security review of marine dockyards and marinas, including preparations for a public seminar on the matter in the near future. The ACOP also updated the Council on the ongoing anti-robbery operations mounted by the RTCIPF, and the forthcoming police recruit training.

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SHOULD THE GOVERNOR DECLARE HIS ASSETS? Opposition Appointed Member, Hon. Alvin Garland has questioned why the Governor, as a public official, does not have to declare his assets to the Integrity Commission. Hon. Garland was at the time giving his two-minute speech in the House of Assembly on November 22.

The question comes in light of recent statements made by the Director of the Integrity Commission, Paul Martin, in which he called out members of the House of assembly for not complying with the law and submitting their declaration of interests Garland said: “I just want to go on record and say the law is the law; everyone should abide by the law and if you are required to submit certain information to the integrity commission you should.

Every member of parliament had to submit a declaration and every member of Cabinet had to submit a declaration, and the only person that is immune from having to submit a declaration is the governor.”

The Opposition member said this is unfair and undemocratic.

“One of the fundamental principles of a democracy is that no man is above the law, and what we have taken today in the

He misses the point

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The Honourable Garland completely misses the point in this Integrity Commission diatribe from two perspectives: Notwithstanding that the idea of having an official Integrity Commissions is a good one, ours should be at least as concerned with ongoing corruption in Government, such as in the Immigration and Planning Departments, as it appears to be with every last dollar of assets and incomes of elected and appointed Officials.

The Governor is appointed to his position by Her Majesty’s Government, and it is a virtual certainty that someone in his position in the British civil service has been subjected to a far more thorough vetting than our Integrity Commission would ever carry out, thereby rendering as mindless all of the “above the law” nonsense spouted by Mr. Garland Surely the Opposition Party can find a cause more valid and more valuable on which to challenge the Government?

Acting like a ninny

Mr Garland needs to stop acting like a ninny!!!

The governor is not a public servant hired by the TCI Government or elected by the people of TCI as Mr. Garland and his colleagues are!

The Governor's hire and "marching orders" come from the Home Office in Britain. . .with a whole different set of rules and regulations governing how he behaves or whom he can associate or accept gifts from! Furthermore,

Turks and Caicos Islands in 2021, we have an appointed gentleman who happens to be above the law, above every elected representative of this country.

He can go, he can have dealings with whoever he wants to have dealings with and he can accept gifts from whoever he wants to accept gifts from; however, if the Premier accepts a gift from anyone he has to disclose it to the integrity commission.

That is unjust, that is not fair, and we as a parliament should no longer accept it because there is nothing democratic about it.”

What’s are your thoughts? the Head Office endorsed rules and regulations "thought-up" by politicians like Mr. Garland to govern their behaviour in the political office!!

Mr. Garland just needs to go "do his homework and stop making fools of TCI people!!

If Mr. Garland has problems with how the "game" is played when a person is "elected or hired" in high political office, he can just take his "behind" and go do something else. . .or change the rules to suit his taste!

After all, he is "working" where rules are made. . .or changed!! Until then. . .Mr. Garland, don't go there please!!

He should declare

I agree with the statements of the Hon Member.

The Governor is an appointed Member, although not appointed by the people of these Island, and he is certainly a person in public life he should have to declare his assets as do the other persons in public life in the TCI. He sits in the cabinet and has the ability to influence many if not all the decisions being made. He holds a very prestigious position and had the ability to meet and deal with any and everyone.

There is nothing democratic about the appointment of the Governor but could the call to have him be bound to the same principals as those democratically elected and appointed persons be the opening to the larger subject of his appointment as all? I hope so!

The discussion on that needs to start in the Peoples House.

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“Consumer protection is everybody's business” – Awareness campaign launched

BY OLIVIA ROSE IN a bid to safeguard consumers in the TCI against unfair practices in the marketplace, the Department of Trade launched its “Consumer is King” campaign this week.

The campaign, which seeks to educate residents on their rights as consumers and promote fairness and more transparency for the public, was officially launched at a conference on Monday, December 6, at Beaches Turks and Caicos resort.

Premier Charles Washington Misick, His Excellency Governor Nigel Dakin and Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Trade and Investment Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders attended the conference as well as business owners, retailers, students and other members of the public.

Director of the Department of Trade Industry & Fair Competition within the Ministry of Finance, Investment & Trade, Ms.Lisandra Colley, who debuted the campaign’s slogan “Consumer Protection is Everybody's business,” underscored the importance of the campaign.

Colley said: “The campaign aims to promote dialogue on the impact and application of the Ordinance, prevent unfair and misleading practices in the marketplace and to prevent the exploitation of vulnerable members of our community.

“This is a continuous campaign, until every resident in the TCI is aware.”

Colley stressed that it is critical for residents and businesses to be knowledgeable about the law.”

Minister of Finance, Trade and Investment Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders said his government is working to get consumer rights in the TCI in line with international standards.

He said: “I don’t want to see where people say ‘uhh it’s pretty good for the Caribbean’. I want them to say it's a pretty good, period.

“The service that you get here shouldn’t be watered down because you’re in the Caribbean.”

Saunders said there is a distinct gap between the 'haves' in North

America and 'have-nots' in the Caribbean, as he pointed to how difficult it was in the past to purchase devices online such as laptops.

He said: “But as consumers, we want the same things, that is why consumer protection is important.

“This is the step towards getting our standards to where they are.”

The roll-out of the initiative will see residents in Grand Turk being educated on their rights from December 7- 10 and North and Middle Caicos on December 8, South Caicos on December 9 and Providenciales on December 10.

The public awareness programme will also target both residents and businesses through a series of workshops, radio, television and social media infomercials as well as through other mediums.

The Consumer Protection Ordinance (Ordinance 37 of 2016) was passed by the Turks and Caicos Islands House of Assembly in 2016 and came into force on December 7 2019.

The Ordinance sets out the rights of every consumer of goods and services in the Turks and Caicos Islands under 5 broad core rights.

These are; the right to safety, the right to information, the right to redress, the right to consumer education and the right to a healthy environment.

Premier Honourable Charles Washington Misick, His Excellency the Governor Nigel Dakin and Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance, Trade and Investment Honourable Erwin Jay Saunders attended the conference at Beaches TCI.

"Consumer is King” campaign launched at Beaches Turks and Caicos (Magnetic Media photo)

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Developing a national road traffic safety education programme The roads in Providenciales are unavoidable habitats, crowded with reckless drivers - always in a hurry to going nowhere!

The truth is, only the fittest and vigilant users of these roads can survive the harsh realities of this domain.

Imposing stricter traffic laws and higher fines are just precursors for resistence from motorists. Therefore, lawmakers must withhold ratifying laws and penalties; rather, they must employ traffic safety education programs to address ongoing road dilemmas.

Thoughtless drivers are everywhere! Throughout the years, policy-makers in many developing countries have designed and implemented various intervention programs to reduce fatalities.

We've learned, however, that traffic legislation, which include

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.

speeding regulations, raising fines and penalties, has moderate impact in reducing the rate and burdens of accidents.

Similarly, road security and infrastructural development, improved emergency and medical care services and speed cameras, have an even slimmer impact on traffic mishaps and casualties, as evident worldwide.

Be aware, in road accidents the're three factors of human, road and vehicle, identified as major

components, and the adequacy of displacements, are determined by all three factors.

However, mankind is the most known and important factor in the development of events, and despite all the expert research in human behaviors, the human reactions in handling events cannot be envisaged. Hence, it's deemed the most arduous component in governing the transportation system, owing to the various human physical and mental characteristics.

Despite these unknowns, behavioral patterns in drivers can be changed through education concerning violations of traffic laws and maneuvering; in addition to, focusing attention on cultural development in TCI Notably, each society differs, and therefore traffic safety education must be imposed, based on the resources and facilities, as well as the environmental, economic, political and cultural contexts.

Hence, a national road safety education programme must be derived from data, collected through semi-structured indepth interviews and surveys, and focus group discussions and implemented to enlighten the public and allow them to understand how critical traffic challenges are to their health and safety.

First, we should benchmark

other societies to assess and adapt effective strategies.

Australia has pioneered and implemented programmed to improving the behaviors of motorists to reducing crash fatalities.

Germany, through traffic education in schools and adult learning, has drastically reduced mortality rate by 10,000 over a 25-year period.

In contrast, lawmakers in Iran implemented specific laws, governing the wearing of seat belts; still, there were no significant reduction in accidents without awareness - demonstrating the need for education and cultural development.

The evidence shows, education is preferred over legislation; therefore, the TCI must instutionalise traffic behaviors to reduce road accidents.

Who is your greatest supporter?

Sometimes it is a stranger but I am my greatest supporter Health Ledger said: “Your Biggest supporter is a stranger and your Biggest hater is someone you know well.” However, stay focused as you make your strives in life. You can easily become distracted when you realize that some of the people that you thought were close with you are not your supporters. In my opinion, your greatest supporter should be you.

Too many times, we are so preoccupied with validation from others. No one knows what you are going through, and if some of you are like me, I don’t discuss

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my issues with others. Sometimes it is just me and God having a conversation and therefore I have to encourage myself. Tell yourself you are the greatest. Tell yourself

you can do it. Just work in silence and fulfill your purpose. Stop living your life to please others.

It does not make sense if you are looking for support from others

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when you are not supporting yourself.

For some people, their greatest support is their family and friends.

In fact, if your family and friends are sincere and really care about you, they should be some of your greatest supporters. I know my family and my close friends are my top supporters and are not afraid to say so publicly. Unfortunately for some people, there are some families and friends who are not their supporters. There is a saying that familiarity breeds contempt.

Perhaps they take you for granted or they feel that you are already bombarded by so many supporters that they don’t need to add to the numbers. Sometimes, there is also an element of jealousy and so some of the people close to you will not support you. Now, sometimes it is not jealousy, but sometimes the people that are close with you are friends with other people that do not support you, and so they don’t want them to know that they support you. In any event, appreciate the support

you have, but still be your greatest supporter.

For many people, strangers are their biggest supporters. They don’t know you personally but they admire you from afar, and so they always encourage and support you. Why do you think so many people are successful? They are successful because they got the support from strangers; strangers that were impacted by their gifts.

Therefore cultivate your gifts and your gifts will open doors for you.

Now, even though you will get support from strangers, still ensure that you are supporting yourself as well. You must be happy, not just publicly but also privately, as the strangers will not be with you in private. One way to be happy is to believe and support in what you do for yourself.

In conclusion, I am thankful for the strangers, friends and family, particularly my wife and our children and my siblings, who support me. While I am my greatest supporter, I could not do it alone.

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Is it valuable?

PART TWO

In part one of this subject, I suggested that the most important aspect that makes life valuable is time. I also concluded that we do not have time, but we live in it. We cannot borrow time from someone else and neither can we give time to others to extend ‘their time’ on earth. Understanding this could help people prioritize or reorganize our lives around what really has intrinsic value and not one that is passing.

Let’s take the example of a new vehicle. Your desire to have it is what drives the value. When you acquire it, you can stop admiring to the point of wanting to wash every day. Then as the days and months go by and you can no longer keep up with cleaning or it happened to get an accident, everything changes.

The metal that you once treasured you now want to probably sell. The value has been lost which means that it never really had true value, but only what you gave it.

I often hear people who were unable to meet a particular engagement or getting with someone that they ran out of time.

But did they? Firstly, the chances they were running is almost zero.

Secondly, the truth is more likely that you were either very low on their priority list or you were not there at all. My father once told me that people always find ‘time’ for what’s important. So, if someone leaves you waiting or transitioned to another task leaving you out in the cold, at least you now know why and where you stand on their list. Don’t be sad. Develop your own list and place them where you think they should be. I ticked this one off my checklist many years ago. Never disappointed by this.

He also gave me a powerful lesson in respecting people and their ‘time.’ My father had a cooler where he kept his alcoholic beverages for when his friends and companions came by. Important to remember that all companions are not friends. He instilled in me that if you are going to be late for an appointment with someone, to have the decency to call them and try not to be later than 15 minutes.

His best friend (John) frequently dropped by to have a few drinks and asked to let him know what time he is coming by, now that I started visiting on Saturdays. On a particular day, John called and said he was passing by at 1PM. When it was 12:45, he started looking at his watch gazing out the glass door. He did the same at 12:55. I am saying to myself that this guy is really losing it. At 1PM, he gets up and starts pacing

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back and forth. His friend finally pulls up at 1:30, comes out of his vehicle and approaches the door.

What happened next just stunned me. As John approached the door, he did too. I thought he was going to greet him. As he reached for the handle to open the door, my father pulled the door in, locked it, pointed to his watch, made the phone symbol holding his hand to his ear and waved goodbye. What a tense moment for me. John walked to his vehicle and drove

away. My conclusion was that would be the last time he came by and that the relationship was cooked. On the contrary, the next week, his friend came by at 12:30.

A remarkable lesson!

In 2 Peter 3:8, he says that being with the Lord is like a thousand years and a thousand years as a day. When you wake every morning, can you tell if it is Monday, Tuesday or Friday?

There really is no difference. We gave and accepted those names. If

we changed the names to Ronny, Bobby, Ricky and Mike, the sun would still shine every morning and the nights will still be dark.

Genesis said the evening and the morning were the first, second, third day and so on. What is important and valuable is what you do with the approximately 24 hours it takes the earth to rotate so that the sun appears in the same position in the sky. Then you do it over again.

During this time, most people

are preparing to celebrate Christmas. Whether you believe in the reason for it or not, is totally up to you. I choose to believe in the reason for the celebration and that is the coming of the only one that mastered time. He intervened so that his temporary stay on earth would result in our permanent relationship with God. I believe in taking ‘my time’ to celebrate that because there is nothing more valuable. MERRY CHRISTMAS JESUS and to all of you!

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Am I just a booty call?

The Urban Dictionary (the Millenial's Oxford) defines a "booty call" as "a late night summons — often made via telephone — to arrange clandestine sexual liaisons on an ad hoc basis. While it is by definition meant to be done in secret, both parties in fact, hardly ever keep their lips totally sealed.

But why do we continue to partake in these carnal rendez-vous? The answer is obvious but I want to find out what exactly a booty call means to the ladies and equally the fellas. So grab a chair, here is a surprisingly unifying interpretation of Booty Call by both genders.

A FEMALE'S INTERPRETATION: Here's what I think these lustful liaisons are to us ladies. Men are often shocked to find out that women can be just as keen on a no-strings attached situation. But why? I'm of the opinion that this difference between how men and women feel about booty calls is entirely based on societal projection of what men versus women value.

Some of us are perfectly

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happy otherwise in our lives and just want the sexual satisfaction. Men, at times are under the impression that the entire female gender is not nearly as interested in sex as the male, which could not be further from the truth.

In some cases, we're just settling for whatever attention we can get... So yes, we answer John's late night texts. As much as we might want the whole package, the search leads us to willingly accept the occasional and casual Netflix and Chill.

And there is just nothing else to that.

For some women, the appeal of booty calls is entirely based in spontaneity and thrill.

Our lives of ten have to be so perfectly manicured and planned to a T, that we seek stimulation in this one specific area. And maybe Cyndi Lauper

is right: maybe us girls just want to have fun.

A MALE'S INTERPRETATION: If you receive a text "You up", at one in the morning, don't kid yourself, he has no inclination to make you a priority, and probably never will. And I will let you in on a secret too, you are not the only one he texted, he probably sent that text to a few people! You just happen to be the one who answers.

I suggest that you ladies, remain quite clear of what is happening. The saying: "it is what it is" has never been so literal. There will hardly be anything more than that because it isn't going to go any further than what it is.

If I may, irrespective of my strong allegiance to the male species, I will for the purpose

of this column only, will show you how to turn the table around. Here are eight ways you ladies can take control.

Trust me, I know.

1. He is seeing other people and so should you. Don't be shy to advocate that 2. He does not claim you, and you can do the same too hunny 3. Tell him exactly what you like and how you like it —there is no need to compromise. You've compromised too much already 4. Leave right after it is done.

After all, who really has the time?

5.

Do not answer texts straight away. Make him wait 6.

When you see him in public, act like he doesn't exist 7. Every now and then, be utterly unavailable. Even if you really aren't 8. Match his energy. Give as little as he gives you. You want the upper hand.

Do you agree? Disagree?

Tell us on louisedens@ gmail.com Davidson Louis and Carolyn Martinez

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Ruth Forbes elected to CARILEC board

FortisTCI President and CEO Ruth Forbes will serve as a director on the Board of CARILEC for three years from 2021 to 2024.

FortisTCI President and CEO Ruth Forbes has been elected to the Caribbean Electric Utilities Services Corporation (CARILEC) Board of Directors.

Forbes’ election to the board was conducted at the 33rd annual general Meeting held virtually on September 28.

She is one of three new directors who will serve for a three-year term from 2021 to 2024.

The new board also consists of two newly elected independent power producer (IPP) representatives, two reelected associate member directors and 10 continuing directors.

“Together, the newly elected CARILEC board represents utility leaders and longtime business professionals closely related to the industry who bring invaluable experience and electric utility knowledge to help CARILEC achieve its strategic vision,” a

statement from FortisTCI reads.

This includes positioning CARILEC as the leading partner and hub for energy solutions in the Caribbean that serves member countries.

As a newly elected director, Forbes brings over 15 years of experience in the energy sector and is one of only a few female utility leaders in the region.

Commenting on her appointment, Forbes noted that the work that CARILEC does and the support that it provides the Caribbean as a leading association of electric energy solutions provider is critical.

She said it is particularly significant at this time when the industry faces changing business models, rapid grid modernization, and a complete reshaping of the sector driven by climate change.

“I am pleased to accept this appointment, and I look forward

CIBC FirstCaribbean appoints new head of country First Caribbean Bank (CIBC) has appointed Mr. Terrance Gibson to the position of Head of Country, Turks and Caicos Islands.

In his role, Mr. Gibson will support various tasks specific to CIBC FirstCaribbean’s broader corporate strategy, including repositioning the bank for growth across the region in a postpandemic environment, the bank said in a statement this week.

Dr. Jacqueline Bend, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Managing Director, Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands said, “We know that Terrance’s wide-ranging experience in Retail, Credit Risk, Corporate and Wealth makes him well positioned to take on the role as Head of Country, Turks and Caicos Islands and we look forward to his leadership and contribution towards the further growth and development of the bank in TCI.” With almost three decades of experience in the financial

services industry, Mr. Gibson has both academic talent and business acumen. His professional career has included various roles in Retail, Corporate & Investment Banking, and Personal Credit Services-Credit Risk Management.

Most recently, he served as Associate Director in Private Wealth Management & International Corporate Banking. Dr. Bend added, “Undoubtedly, these roles have contributed to his significant exposure to, and knowledge of, the markets of the Northern Caribbean and the wider region.”

Commenting on his appointment Mr. Gibson said he is excited to use his background and expertise in the reach of CIBC FirstCaribbean’s short and long-term goals.

“With CIBC FirstCaribbean’s values of trust, teamwork and accountability at the forefront, I am proud to take on this role.

“In my capacity as Head of Country, my number one objective

is the same as was when I started my career journey at CIBC FirstCaribbean: To deliver a simplified, modern everyday banking experience to all of our clients.

“As the banking industry navigates a new, coronavirusimpacted reality and plans the way forward, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s current and future TCI clients, as well as those across the region, can remain assured that they will continue to be at the centre of all that we do,” he said.

Gibson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Information Systems (BBA) from Baruch College and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Nova Southeastern University. He is a graduate of CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Branch Manager & Country Head Development Program and is currently completing the bank’s Senior Leadership Development Program.

Mr. Terrance Gibson

to this opportunity to serve with some of the best utility and sector leaders in the region to help propel the energy industry forward in ways that are beneficial for everyone,” the new CARILEC director said.

Adding: “I know that our shared experiences and knowledge will make a difference in how the region responds to the changing energy landscape, and I am honored to have the opportunity to contribute alongside my peers.”

CARILEC is an association of electric energy solutions providers and other stakeholders operating in the electricity industry in the Caribbean, Central and South Americas, and globally.

CARILEC plays a leading role in advocacy, growth, and sustainability and offers ongoing training and technical support for 33 utility members and 77 IPP, associate, and affiliate members.

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TCIG looks to develop its own national meteorological office – Delegation visits Bahamas on factfinding mission

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TURKS and Caicos is looking to develop its own National Meteorological and Hydrological Services.

Currently the Bahamas Forecast Office provides the TCI/DDME with daily weather updates and the TCIAA with weather information for aviation purposes.

A National MET Office in the TCI will provide critical data and services such as localized impact-based forecasting and risk information (including authoritative warnings) in such a way that the appropriate stakeholders and decision-makers, and the general public can take actions to protect lives, reduce economic losses and disaster risks, and ultimately increase community resilience through structural and non-structural measures – preventive, responsive and adaptive.

To this end, a delegation from the TCI led by Hon. Arlington Musgrove, Minister of Immigration and Border Services, with responsibility for the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME), and the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) visited the Bahamas on Monday, December 6th on a series of meetings aimed at gathering information about establishing a National Meteorological and Hydrological Service.

In a statement on Thursday December 9, Hon. Arlington Musgrove said the visit was an integral part of TCI’s plan to continue building capacity in disaster management.

He said: “To deal with fundamental issues such as population safety and security, water and food security, economic growth and sustainable development, enhancing resilience to disasters and climate change, we have to develop and implement effective policies and strategies that take into consideration the challenges of climate variability and change and promote fundamental tenets of societal and

environmental governance.”

Musgrove stressed that understanding the partnership and technical operation of these agencies is critical to strengthening the technical and functional capacities in the Turk and Caicos Islands.

He said: “Visiting the Bahamas Forecast Office, the weather radar site and the National Emergency Management Agency provided a closer look at the support and partnership that we share on a daily basis, along with the exchange of information and future planning of the development of these critical entities such as DDME & TCIAA Meteorological Office”.

Members of the TCI delegation that accompanied Hon. Musgrove were Dr. Holly Hamilton Director of Meteorology at the TCIAA, Mr. Mark Wilkinson – Radio Communications and Telecommunications Manager at DDME and Ms. Karen Higgs – Personal Assistant at the Ministry of Immigration and Border Services.

The TCI delegation met with Hon. Myles LaRoda, Minister of Disaster Preparedness, Management and Reconstruction, and Hon. Mario Bowleg, Minister of Youth, Sports & Culture, acting on behalf of the Minister of Transport and Housing who has responsibility for the Department of Meteorology.

This meeting focused on the development and delivery of MET services, country collaborations, resource mobilization, training opportunities and knowledge exchange that will play a key role in Disaster Risk Management and contribute significantly to disaster risk reduction.

During this visit, the TCI Delegation also had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Trevor Basden and Mr. Jeffery Simmons, Director and Deputy Director respectively, of the Department of Meteorology.

The delegation toured the Bahamas Forecast Office and the Doppler Weather Radar Facility in New Providence. The Met Office team and a representative of the manufacturer of the weather

Hon. Arlington Musgrove, Minister with responsibility for the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME), led a delegation to the Bahamas on Monday, December 6 (DDME photo)

radar system demonstrated the operations and functionalities of the Weather Radar and the Met Office.

Dr. Holly Hamilton, the Director of Meteorology for the TCIAA who recently completed her two (2) month attachment at the Bahamas Department of Meteorology as part of her operational training and the exchange and partnership programs between the two nations said: “It was a great opportunity to be attached to the Bahamas

Department of Meteorology.

“I thoroughly enjoyed my time working alongside the forecasters and observers at the Forecast Office, as well as spending some time shadowing the Acting Director, Mr. Jeffrey Simmons.

“The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos have a long-standing working relationship when it comes to meteorology, and this opportunity was very beneficial to the TCI and the TCIAA by further strengthening that connection.

“Weather impacts our lives on a

daily basis and with climate change, the need to observe, analyze and understand our weather and climate and how it is changing is now even more important to the TCI”, she added.

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The founding fathers award was granted to Walter Cox Snr.

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The monument erected to honour the birthplace of the PNP party

PNP honours party stalwarts at gala event IT WAS an eventful weekend for the Progressive National Party (PNP) as supporters came together to memorialise the birthplace of the 45-year-old institution, and launch a PNP history book and honour party stalwarts.

Last Friday, December 3, saw the PNP hosting a special ceremony at the location where the party was formed in 1976 in Overback, Grand Turk.

A monument was erected and unveiled by senior members of the party to memorialize ‘The Henrietta Wynns House' as the birthplace of the party.

“This was indeed a proud moment for supporters who celebrated with us, despite the light rain,” national chairman Calvin Greene said.

PNP leader and Premier, Hon. Charles Washington Misick addressed the gathering and encouraged everyone to embrace the party's rich history and aspire to serve selflessly.

Arabella Smith reflected on the early years in the life of the party, and challenged the gathering to be constructive critics of the party, and to do so with respect and ambiguity helping to build rather

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than pull down.

Elected representative for Grand Turk North, Hon. Otis Morris in his remarks spoke of his foreparent's struggles and commitment to the party without seeking a reward.

He encouraged supporters to build on the foundation set by their elders and continue the work of the party.

At that same event, the history book entitled "The PNP A History" was officially launched, and supporters and members of the public were able to get their free copy signed by the party leader Hon. Misick.

The festivities continued on Saturday, December 4, when the first Shell Awards Gala Banquet was hosted at MargaritaVille at the Grand Turk cruise center.

The event was hosted under the

theme ‘Rewarding Excellence’.

Greene said the event was quite successful, as supporters came out in droves, ready to celebrate the men and women who have given of their time to the party.

“The feedback and buzz thereafter was very encouraging,” he stated.

The awards is slated to be a biennial event with the venue alternating between the islands.

Forty-nine stalwarts received pins in recognition of their distinguished contributions and excellent service to the party.

Thirty-nine awards were presented to party members in seven different categories, namely: Founding Fathers award, Matriarch/Patriarch award, Unsung Heroes award, The Defenders' award, Long Service

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learnt from preparedness and response activities of the various hazards and the multi-hazard approach of both countries.

Mr. Mark Wilkinson, representing the DDME, said: “The visit to National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), provided an overview of the pivotal role the MET office plays in its national DRR governance and demonstrated both routine service delivery and more DRR-specific activities

across various timescales.

NEMA and DDME share a very close relationship, as national disaster offices that operate within the same sub regional focal point of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) Regional Response System.

This meeting has allowed the further strengthening of our partnership in disaster preparedness and response, which are beneficial pillars to both nations.”

A part of the gathering at the Shell Awards in Grand Turk

award, Progressive Youth award and People's Choice award.

Guest Speaker for the evening was Mrs Lillian Misick who emphasized that rewarding excellence is a moral obligation, and commended the PNP party for such a “fitting and timely initiative”.

In her address to the gathering, she also focused on the youths, urging the party to find ways to engage them to become active participants.

The national chairman expressed his gratitude for the support of the weekend of events stating that it was a “huge success”.

“The party wishes to congratulate all the honorees for their involvement in the development of our great party,” Greene said.

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FortisTCI inks agreement with more solar customers Community Fellowship Centre, Salvation Army and Long Bay Storage Are Newest FortisTCI Solar Customers.

The three are part of the Utility Owned Renewable Energy (UORE) program to increase the clean energy footprint in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Together the three will add 509.6 kilowatt (kW) of solar Photovoltaic (PV) to the electricity grid in 2022.

A statement from the utility company on December 2 revealed that agreements were signed in September with representatives from Community Fellowship Centre for a 185.22 kilowatt-peak (kWp) Photovoltaic (PV) system with a projected annual production of 247.4 megawatt hour (MWh).

A 15.68 kilowatt-peak (kWp) Photovoltaic system will be

installed at the newly-built Salvation Army headquarters on Leeward Highway with a projected annual production of 20.35 megawatt hour (MWh).

The agreement with Long Bay Storage entails a 308.7 kilowattpeak (kWp) PhotovoltaicV system with a projected annual production of 433.9 megawatt hour (MWh).

These new installations will help lessen the amount of fuel required for energy production, and collectively will assist the country in avoiding 500 metric tons of C02 emissions.

Ruth Forbes, President and CEO of FortisTCI thanked the Company’s newest renewable energy participants, noting that science and research continue to reveal that around the world, more must be done to reduce greenhouse gasses and slow down climate

change.

She adds that FortisTCI is committed to leading with action

and doing its part to ensure that future generations have every opportunity to enjoy the planet during their lifetimes.

The CEO added: “I welcome The Salvation Army, Community Fellowship Centre and Long Bay Storage, who are great examples of how we can achieve more together and minimize our impact on the environment for the greater good.

“I also look forward to commissioning these systems very soon and continuing the important work alongside the Government to create more ways for customers to be a part of the TCI energy transition.”

The UORE program credits participants monthly for rooftop space over 20 years and grants a share of the system production annually.

FortisTCI and Community Fellowship Centre representatives at the contract signing to a Utility Owned Renewable Energy (UORE) installation. From left to right: FortisTCI Resource Planning & Utility Analytics Officer TeAnn Thomas, FortisTCI President and CEO Ruth Forbes, Rev. Bradley Handfield, and FortisTCI VP of Innovation, Technology and Strategic Planning Rachell Roullet.

FortisTCI currently has 1.6 megawatt of solar on the grid and targets 33% renewable energy generation by 2040 on the country’s energy roadmap, the Turks and Caicos Resilient National Energy Transition Strategy (R-NETS).

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Nassau ‘leads Americas’ on cruise ship port visits Nassau Cruise Port is handling “more cruise ships than any port in the Americas”, its chief executive said on Tuesday, adding that “we’re well on our way to climbing out” of COVID’s devastation.

Michael Maura, speaking to Tribune Business ahead of Wednesday’s $25m initial public offering (IPO) launch to Bahamian investors, said the country’s main cruise gateway was dealing with “well over” 20 vessel calls per week in comparison to the Port of Miami’s 15-16 visits.

But, disclosing that Nassau Cruise Port has taken “a very conservative approach” to its near-term performance forecasts, he added that it anticipates recovering 86 percent of pre-COVID passenger volumes in 2022 with some 3.3m persons passing across its docks.

This is projected to rise to 3.7m passengers in 2023, with both figures based on 80 percent cruise ship “occupancy” levels, bringing Nassau’s volumes back close to the 3.85m visitors seen in 2019 prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Asserting that Nassau Cruise Port’s business levels are on “an upward trajectory”, the cruise port chief said the key infrastructure asset has already raised all the necessary $244m debt financing to fund Prince George Wharf’s transformation. The IPO, together with an equivalent $25m equity contribution by controlling shareholder, Global Ports Holding, is all that remains to be placed.

With $100m of marine works

Nassau Cruise Port had over 20 vessels last week.

“already completed” to ensure Nassau can receive ever-larger cruise ships with increasing frequency, Mr Maura said the port has received more than 300 calls from transiting cruise ships (excluding home port visits) since the industry resumed sailing in June/July 2021.

“We did 14 in July, 36 in August, 48 in September, 79 in October, 93 in November and, right now, we have confirmed bookings for 110 in December,” he told this newspaper.

“You can very clearly see that we’re well on our way to climbing out of a very difficult time.

“Nassau has more cruise ships than any other ports in the Americas.

The Port of Miami has 15-16 a week.

We’re doing well over 20 per week.”

Mr Maura added that the latter figure was comparable to the 20plus weekly calls handled by Prince

George Wharf pre-pandemic.

The cruise lines, though, “still have a ways to go” when it comes to returning to the passenger numbers carried pre-COVID. The Nassau Cruise Port said most were over 50 percent loads now, having started at around 30 percent, and said: “We’re seeing occupancy numbers climb, and with each month we see more stops and the occupancy numbers increase.

“We’ve taken a conservative approach in how we see 2022.

We’re looking, in the first half of the year, at about 80 percent occupancy..... We felt it was better to be conservative in our planned projections. There’s 3.3m passengers forecast for 2022.

“But in this particular case, if you look at the bookings we have today for 2022, if those ships were to sail

at 100 percent occupancy we’d have over 4m passengers based on the number of ships that need space,” Mr Maura added.

“Bookings are very strong.

Bookings for 2023 are higher than for 2022, but our forecast for 2022 is 3.3m passengers and, for 2023, we have 3.7m. It’s an upward trajectory.

Everything is lined up for this.”

Nassau Cruise Port currently has some 1,260 cruise ship bookings confirmed for 2022, a figure that rises to “close to 1,300” for the following year.

Mr Maura said all marinerelated construction work will be completed by May 2022, with work on the cruise port’s arrivals building, marketplace, town centre and ground transportation hub set to finish “before the end of the year”.

Facilities such as the retail and food and beverage offering; Junkanoo museum; coral exhibition; amphitheatre will be developed in 2022, while construction on the port’s western marina and “signature restaurants” will last into 2023.

Mr Maura said the IPO’s launch had waited until construction had reached a certain stage so that the mainly-retail investor audience it is targeting could see the project was for real, and witness with their own eyes the tangible progress that has been made.

“We wanted to provide comfort and confidence in the investment,” he explained. “Bahamians can come out and see $100m worth of marine works that has been completed. That money has been spent. The industry

has rebounded and we just wanted to give confidence.

“We hope Bahamians who are not savvy investors, who have not invested before, will consider investing in this project through the Bahamas Investment Fund, and we wanted to give them an opportunity to see this new wonderful development that is transforming the waterfront.

We know now is the right time to do it.”

Mr Maura disclosed that “half the money” raised as debt capital had come from foreign investors, which he argued was a further sign of confidence in Nassau Cruise Port, its prospects, and those of the cruise industry and the wider Bahamian economy.

“The project has already secured 75 percent of the money needed,” he added. “We’ve satisfied our debt target, and only the $50m equity raise is left.”

Anthony Ferguson, president of CFAL, Nassau Cruise Port’s financial advisers, said that sourcing foreign investor capital had helped to relieve pressure on The Bahamas’ external reserves at a critical time in the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The original plan was, given the severe pressure on the US dollar reserves, we felt it necessary to raise some money in the international community that would go towards paying some of the US dollar operating expenses and, on top of that, we were able to raise it cheaper than government paper, so it’s a win-win for Nassau Cruise Port.”

(Tribune242)

Haiti kidnappers release three more missionaries after abduction THREE people who were among a group of US and Canadian missionaries kidnapped by an armed gang in Haiti have been released, according to their organisation.

Christian Aid Ministries said the three were safe and seemed in good spirits.

Two others were freed last month, but their identities were not made public.

Sixteen Americans and one Canadian were abducted in midOctober after they visited an orphanage in an area run by a powerful criminal gang.

They were returning from the visit when the bus they were travelling in was seized by gang members on a main road in the town of Ganthier, east of the capital Port-au-Prince.

The group consisted of five men, seven women and five children.

The gang reported to be behind the kidnappings, which goes by the name of 400 Mazowo, later demanded a ransom of $1m (£740,000) for each of the 17 people being held.

Christian Aid Ministries - a US-

based organisation that supports Haitians largely through donations, and supplies shelter, food and clothing to children - said: “We are thankful to God that three more hostages were released last night.”

They did not provide any further information on who had been freed or the circumstances of their release.

The US would continue to work to secure the release of the remaining hostages, a US state department spokesperson said on Monday.

Seizing vehicles and all of their occupants for ransom is one of the main activities that the 400 Mazowo uses to finance itself.

In April, the gang abducted a group of Catholic clergy who were later released. It is not clear if a ransom was paid.

Haiti has one of the highest rates of kidnapping in the world, as powerful gangs exploit the lawless situation to make money from ransom payments.

This year has been particularly bad, with nearly 800 kidnappings reported before the end of October.

Nearly 800 kidnappings were recorded in Haiti between January and October this year.

of

The rise has come in the wake President Jovenel Moïse’s

assassination in July, as rival factions fight to gain control of the country in

the face of a struggling police force.

(BBC)

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Bermuda confirms first case of Omicron THE first case of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus in Bermuda has been confirmed, it was revealed this week.

Health officials said much remained unknown about the new strain but that the symptoms appeared to be mild, with effects such as fatigue instead of the more common symptoms such as loss of taste or smell.

Kim Wilson, the Minister of Health, said the active case came in from overseas and all close contacts were in quarantine.

The case was identified last Sunday from an arrival test.

Test results on close contacts have all come back clear for the coronavirus so far.

Ms Wilson said the case was among 31 active cases and that genome sequencing was being carried out on all of them.

She added: “The Omicron variant was identified quickly and, in our view, there is no need to panic.

“Successful public health measures such as SafeKey supplement our testing and surveillance policies and together are effective in reducing transmission of the virus.”

Ms Wilson said that none of the 31 active cases were in hospital.

Twenty-six came in from overseas, three are under investigation and two have been classed as on-island transmissions.

The Delta variant of the virus was responsible for the remaining cases.

Ms Wilson said 71.9 per cent of the population had received one vaccine jab, 70.3 per cent had received two and 24.1 per cent had

The Omicron variant continues to spread across the world.

been given the booster.

Among residents over age 65, 86.8 per cent have had at least one vaccination, and 85.2 per cent are fully immunised.

Residents have been given a total of 107,427 vaccinations between January 11 and December 4.

Ms Wilson said the island’s strong border controls were the best defence against further outbreaks.

The island’s latest 6,109 tests for the virus revealed nine new cases – two from last Wednesday, three from Thursday and four from Saturday.

Eight of the new cases came in

from overseas and 96 per cent were in fully vaccinated people.

Sixty per cent of cases logged as on-island transmissions or under investigation were in unvaccinated people.

Ayo Oyinloye, the Chief Medical Officer, said Omicron had been classified as a variant of concern and early evidence was that it was more transmissible than the Delta strain.

He added: “At this stage most of the cases that have been seen so far have had mild symptoms and there has not yet been any deaths recorded from this as of yesterday.

“It is very early days though as much of the information we have is from South Africa, where Delta has not been the dominant strain.”

He said it was too early to say if the new strain presented a higher risk to seniors or young people.

Dr Oyinloye added: “The short answer is, we don’t know yet.”

He said the most important step people could take to protect themselves was to get vaccinated.

He also warned people to stay home if they were ill to avoid the spread of the coronavirus to coworkers and others.

Carika Weldon, the head of the Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory, said whole genome sequencing was available on the island from last weekend.

She added: “This meant that upon the variant PCR result at 6pm on Sunday indicating that the case was highly likely to be Omicron, MDL was able to start genome sequencing within the hour.”

Dr Weldon said that, with the new tests, MDL could confirm Omicron cases within an hour.

Testing will also continue over the holidays.

Ms Wilson said Covid-19 regulations were always under discussion, but it was too early to say if policies would change before the holidays as students returned to the island and families gathered together.

Travel restrictions were not mentioned – although she reminded the public that unvaccinated people who returned to the island were required to quarantine for 14 days.

She added that travellers would keep the option of submitting antigen pre-arrival tests instead of the PCR test.

Ms Wilson said: “We are encouraging people to continue with the public health measures but we have to play a wait-and-see game.

“Our hope is that people will adhere to those public health measures and recognise that things like big bubbles can exacerbate potential spread.”

Ms Wilson added 24 files had been prepared in connection with Covid-19 breaches and prosecutions for some had already started. (Royal Gazette)

Jamaica Top Cop says technology has outpaced laws NOTING that the police have been flayed for seemingly ignoring some acts which shock the public’s conscience, Commissioner of Police Major General Antony Anderson says the blame cannot be laid at the feet of law enforcers but rather on laws which have not kept pace with technology.

“When you speak of the future nowadays it’s no longer 50 years down the road; the future is five years down the road, and we have to be as fast as the digital world and as agile as that [because] the technology itself requires us to know and be able to function in a different way,” the commissioner said.

He was speaking at Friday’s launch of a series of training videos at the Office of the Commissioner of Police entitled ‘Digital Footprints — from Crime Scene to Courtroom’, which will be used as instructional material for investigators.

The creation of these videos, which are in the format of interviews

Commissioner of Police Major General Antony Anderson.

with various JCF experts in the gathering and use of digital evidence, along with other stakeholders such as attorneys, was spearheaded by the Office of the Director of Public

Prosecutions with support from the United States Embassy. The series explores issues of law surrounding the use of digital evidence and is geared towards enhancing the

capabilities of investigators to lawfully use technology to prepare their cases for court.

According to the police commissioner, “The truth of the matter is that our laws are not as agile as the technology, and it’s something we are going to have to look at because our public will see things nowadays that look like bad behaviour — even immoral things, improper things — but they are not necessarily illegal because such an offence has not yet been described in law.”

He said while members of the public in such instances will accuse the police of condoning bad behaviour and question why the individual is not incarcerated, the fact is “there is no charge to write because there is no such offence”.

“That is what is the reality of an evolving technological circumstance. This is not something we can wish away or slow down. It is something that is moving faster so

we have to speed up to keep up with it,” he emphasised.

In the meantime, director of the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) at the Embassy of the United States in Jamaica, Linnisa Wahid, who also spoke at the event, said it was evident that the force has made strides to increase its capacity to investigate cyber-enabled crimes, adding that note has been taken of the use of forensic evidence to close cases.

“The US Government, through INL,is proud to partner with JCF [Jamaica Constabulary Force], MOCA [Major Organised Crime & Anti-Corruption Agency] and other Jamaican law enforcement entities to extract and use digital evidence to strengthen their investigations.

As such I now plan to provide cyber experts to work with our Jamaican partners to ensure that Jamaica can increase its usage of forensic evidence during investigations and prosecutions,” she said.

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CDB president: Implement more measures to fight corruption CARIBBEAN Development Bank (CDB) president Dr Gene Leon is urging Barbados and other regional countries to intensify their efforts to reduce corruption.

This was necessary for the Caribbean to reduce poverty and increase economic growth, the economist said today as the CDB opened its two-day Caribbean Conference on Corruption, Compliance and Cybercrime 2021.

Leon said more effective governance was “particularly crucial at this very moment when the region is addressing multiple challenges in health, education, social welfare and economic development”. It was also important in the context of increased cybercrime risks, he added.

“The region’s current economic and social challenges should be more than enough incentive for us to take the appropriate action.

Instituting suitable systems for accountability and compliance are necessary for building investor confidence and attracting investment for the achievement of sustainable development,” he said.

Leon said the Barbados-based CDB viewed development “as a holistic process with strong governance systems as an integral element of the region’s economic and financial ecosystem”.

“Governments and organisations can all support this objective of making governance the pedestal of credibility by fostering adherence to the rule of law, establishing and maintaining effective legal and

Mia Mottley made an impact at Cop26.

Barbados PM named Champion of the Earth

Dr Hyginus ‘Gene’ Leon said more effective governance was “particularly crucial at this time in the region.

regulatory frameworks and by pursuing anti-corruption policies that promote trust and build integrity,” he said.

Leon mentioned bribery as one of the corruptive practices that could harm countries like Barbados. He said the International Monetary Fund estimated that bribery alone costs between US$1.2 trillion and US$2

trillion a year. This was equivalent to a loss of about two per cent of global GDP. Regarding cybercrime, he said global researcher and publisher Cybersecurity Ventures estimated that global losses from cybercrimes could top US$6 trillion in 2021 compared with US$1 trillion in 2020. (Barbados Nation)

THE UN Environment Programme (UNEP) yesterday announced its 2021 Champions of the Earth and among them is Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Mottley.

A UNEP release said that the Champions were chosen for their transformative impact on the environment and their leadership in advancing bold and decisive action on behalf of people and the planet.

Since its inception in 2005, the release said that the annual Champions of the Earth award, the UN’s highest environmental honour, has been awarded to some of the world’s most dynamic environmental leaders. So far, it has been awarded to 101 laureates, including 25 world leaders, 62 individuals and 14 organisations.

This year, UNEP received a record

number of nominations from all over the world.

Guyana’s former President and current Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo was one of the recipients.

“As we enter into a decisive decade, to cut emissions and protect and restore ecosystems, UNEP’s Champions of the Earth demonstrate that all of us can contribute. Every single act for nature counts. The entire spectrum of humanity has both a global responsibility and a profound opportunity,” said Inger Andersen, Executive Director of UNEP. “This year’s Champions are women who not only inspire us, but also remind us that we have in our hands the solutions, the knowledge and the technology to limit climate change and avoid ecological collapse.” (Stabroek News)

Bermuda: Electric buses to hit the roads next spring BERMUDA’S first electric buses are expected to hit the roads in April, it was announced today.

Lawrence Scott, the transport minister, said 30 buses would soon be on their way from China.

He added: “I am very excited to announce that the project has progressed despite global supply chain issues.

“We anticipate that the buses will be arriving on three shipments over the next few weeks.”

He explained that commissioning the new buses and training staff meant they would be expected to go into service next spring.

Mr Scott added: “The Department of Transportation is recruiting additional bus operators which will ensure that we have the resources required to provide a reliable and consistent bus service.”

The buses were manufactured by the Golden Dragon Bus Company in China.

The company has completed predelivery inspections and is preparing

the buses to be shipped from Shanghai to Bermuda.

Mr Scott said: “The initial request for proposal for the new electric buses envisioned transitioning the entire bus fleet to electric over ten years.

“The permanent charging infrastructure will accommodate the whole fleet.

“The RFP for this new infrastructure is concluding and the contract award is anticipated early in the new year.

“The build will take one year to complete.”

Mr Scott added: “Additionally, we look forward to the Ministry of Public Works completing its solar PV project for the Fort Langton bus garage that will produce energy to assist with charging buses.”

Mr Scott said the new fleet would result in a safe and reliable service.

He added: “In order to have a reliable and consistent bus service we need 88 buses. We currently have 51 operational buses - you add the 30

Electric buses are growing in popularity across the globe.

to that and you are getting very close to 88.

“So this should put us in a position where we can arrest or close to eliminate the mass cancellations but we can’t say that we can eliminate all

cancellations at this time.”

Mr Scott said that a second delivery of buses was planned and was “under consideration for the next budget period”.

He added: “When we take delivery

of the second tranche of buses, that will put us in a place where we can say, outside of unforeseen circumstances, we should have a safe, consistent and reliable bus service.”

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Russia Ukraine: Sending US troops not on table - Biden US President Joe Biden has said that putting American troops on the ground in Ukraine in the event of a Russian invasion is “not on the table”.

But Mr Biden warned of severe consequences if Russia did invade.

He was speaking a day after two hours of talks by video link with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The virtual summit was aimed at reducing tensions in the region after a major Russian troop build-up along Ukraine’s eastern border.

Russia has accused Ukraine of provocation, and sought guarantees against eastward Nato expansion and deployment of weapons close to Russia.

Ukrainian authorities have said Moscow could be planning a military offensive at the end of January, although US officials say it is not yet clear whether President Putin has made a decision.

Speaking on Wednesday, Mr

Mr Biden said he was confident Mr Putin got his message.

Putin refused to say whether he would order troops into Ukraine. But he said he could not sit back while the military alliance moved close to Russia.

Mr Biden said he had made it clear to Mr Putin during Tuesday’s meeting that there would be

“economic consequences like none he’s ever seen”.

He was confident that the Russian leader got the message, he added.

But when asked about possible military action, Mr Biden said the US’s moral and legal obligations to its Nato allies in the region did

not extend to Ukraine, who is not a member of the 30-member organisation.

“The idea that the US is going to unilaterally use force to confront Russia invading Ukraine is not on the cards right now,” he said.

The US president said he hoped high-level meetings with Russia and at least four major Nato allies to discuss Russia’s concerns would be announced by Friday.

The US has not specified what economic consequences it has in mind, but on Tuesday National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said Nord Stream 2 - a new gas pipeline from Russia to Germany bypassing Ukraine which is not yet in operation - provided “leverage” for the US and its allies.

Other possible measures include restrictions on Russia’s banks converting roubles into foreign currencies, or even disconnecting Russia from the Swift global

financial payment system, reports say.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said that, while Tuesday’s talks brought “no sensations”, he was grateful for President Biden’s “unwavering support”.

More than 90,000 Russian troops are believed to be massed near Ukraine’s borders. The movement has strained already tense relations between Russia and the US. A large part of the recent Russian military build-up is in Crimea, a Black Sea peninsula which Russia seized from Ukraine and then annexed in 2014.

Troops are also gathering near Ukraine’s eastern regions of Donetsk and Luhansk, parts of which are under the control of Russian-backed separatists.

More than 14,000 people have lost their lives in seven years of conflict since Russian-backed forces seized large areas of Ukraine’s east. (BBC)

Sanna Marin: Finland’s PM sorry for clubbing after Covid contact Olaf Scholz said goodbye to his predecessor at the chancellery, thanking her for her commitment to the role.

Germany’s Olaf Scholz takes over from Merkel as chancellor OLAF Scholz has been been sworn in as Germany’s new chancellor, formally taking power after Angela Merkel’s historic 16 years as leader.

He promised he would do all he could to work towards a new start for Germany.

As she left the chancellery in Berlin, ending a 31-year political career, Mrs Merkel told her former vice-chancellor to approach the task “with joy”.

His centre-left Social Democrats will govern alongside the Greens and the business-friendly Free Democrats.

Mr Scholz, a soft-spoken 63-yearold, steered the Social Democrats to election victory in late September, positioning himself as the continuity candidate because he played a key role in the Merkel government as vice-chancellor.

The German parliament, the Bundestag, backed him as chancellor by 395 votes to 303, and he was then formally appointed as the ninth federal chancellor by President

Frank-Walter Steinmeier.

After the vote in parliament, he was asked by Bundestag President Bärbel Bas whether he accepted the appointment and said “yes”. He later took the oath of office but - unlike his predecessor - left out the religious reference “so help me God”.

Since the election, Mr Scholz’s party has worked with the Greens and the Free Democrats on a coalition deal, which was finally signed on Tuesday. All 16 ministers took the oath of office on Wednesday, becoming Germany’s first cabinet to include as many women as men.

The new government has ambitious plans to fight climate change by phasing out coal early and focusing on renewable energy, but their initial priority will be tackling the coronavirus pandemic.

Health authorities have recorded another 69,601 cases in the past 24 hours and a further 527 deaths - the highest number since last winter.

(BBC)

FINLAND’S Prime Minister Sanna Marin has apologised for going clubbing after coming into close contact with a Covid-19 case.

Sanna Marin went on a night out in Helsinki on Saturday, hours after her foreign minister had tested positive.

She was initially told she did not need to isolate because she had been fully vaccinated, but later missed a text that advised her to do so.

Critics questioned her judgement for not isolating until testing negative.

The Social Democratic prime minister, 36, said the text message that advised her to avoid social contact was sent to her work phone, which she had left at home.

When she saw the text on Sunday, she urgently sought a Covid test and the result came back negative.

At first Ms Marin defended her actions, arguing that she had followed the advice of her secretary of state, who informed her about the Covid exposure.

But in a Facebook post on Monday, Ms Marin said she should have double-checked the guidance and used better judgement.

“I am very sorry for not understanding that I needed to do that,” she wrote.

Under Finland’s Covid guidelines, anyone who is double-jabbed does not need to isolate if they come into contact with a positive case.

But the guidelines do advise people to voluntarily avoid social contact if they are waiting for access

Finland’s Prime Minister Sanna Marin apologised for not double-checking the Covid guidelines on isolating.

to a Covid test.

Separate guidelines for government ministers and employees also recommend limiting social contact immediately after exposure, according to Finland’s Helsingin Sanomat newspaper.

Speaking to reporters in parliament on Wednesday, Ms Marin said she had not been provided with this guidance. She said she took personal responsibility for the lack of information and again apologised for her actions.

Ms Marin has faced criticism since a gossip magazine published photos of the prime minister attending a Helsinki nightclub with friends on Saturday.

The Seiska magazine said it spoke to witnesses who saw her dancing at

the Butchers club, where she stayed until 04:00.

Opposition politicians suggested Ms Marin should have set a good example by isolating voluntarily instead of going clubbing. Mia Laiho, an MP for the National Coalition Party, said Ms Marin had been “irresponsible”.

Ms Marin became the world’s youngest prime minister when she elected to lead a centre-left coalition with four other parties in 2019.

Finland has fared better than most of its European allies during the Covid pandemic, recording about 196,000 cases and 1,384 deaths.

But since September, infections have been creeping ever higher, with increases of more than 1,000 a day for weeks.

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Johnson’s aides joked about Christmas party while London was in lockdown BORIS Johnson has faced many scandals in his more than two years as UK Prime Minister. But the latest one is the gravest yet.

For the past week, the British Prime Minister has been buffeted by multiple claims that social events were held inside 10 Downing Street in the run-up to Christmas 2020, when the country was under coronavirus regulations that outlawed such activities.

The controversy deepened markedly on Tuesday with the emergence of a video broadcast by CNN affiliate ITV News from the time that appears to show Number 10 officials joking about the parties during a rehearsal for televised press briefings.

Downing Street’s position, before and since the video was leaked, is this: “There was no Christmas party and coronavirus rules had been followed at all times.” Johnson has announced an internal inquiry and on Wednesday, one of the officials in the video -- the prime minister’s former spokeswoman Allegra Stratton, resigned as a government adviser.

After speaking to multiple officials, CNN has established that social gatherings were indeed held on the two days in question -- November 27 and December 18 -- and has confirmed a Daily Mirror report that Johnson himself gave an impromptu speech at the first one.

Allegra Stratton, Boris Johnson’s former press secretary, resigned later on Wednesday.

Sources also confirmed reports that secret Santa gifts were exchanged on December 18.

The accusations are damaging for the government as it seeks to enforce tougher coronavirus restrictions.

On Wednesday, Johnson announced England would be tightening restrictions -- called “Plan B” -due to rising Omicron cases: From Friday, face coverings will again become mandatory in most public venues, including cinemas. And from next week people will be advised to work from home and present a “Covid Pass” proving vaccination or recent recovery to enter nightclubs and other venues with large crowds.

“It’s becoming increasingly clear

Omicron is growing faster than the previous Delta variant,” Johnson said, adding that the more than 500 cases identified in the UK are “almost certainly an underestimate.”

Against this backdrop of rising cases, the charge of government hypocrisy is potent -- last year it forced the resignation of a key aide to Johnson, and the health secretary in June this year, in separate scandals that were also characterized by claims of double standards.

The video itself is the most damaging element of the story.

It shows Stratton rehearsing for a televised news conference on Tuesday December 22, being asked by colleagues whether a party took

place “on Friday night” -- which would have been December 18, the date of the second alleged party.

Stratton says, “I went home.” She then laughs and smiles. “Hold on.

Hold on. Um. Er. Ah.” She also said in the clip, shown

by ITV, “This fictional party was a business meeting and it was not socially distanced.”

Until now, the government had maintained its line that no party had taken place. But on Wednesday, referring to the video, Johnson apologized in parliament on Wednesday “unreservedly for the offense that it has caused.” He added: “I have been repeatedly assured that there was no party and no rules were broken.” He announced that his Cabinet Secretary will be investigating the events of December 18 -- the date of the second alleged party and not the event at which CNN has been told he spoke -- and would report back.

Johnson said that if rules were broken “there will be disciplinary action for all those involved.” He added that he was “furious” when he saw the video.

Stratton, who was serving as the Prime Minister’s COP26 spokeswoman, said her comments had become a “distraction” in the fight against coronavirus, and offered her resignation on Wednesday afternoon. “I understand the anger

and frustration that people feel,” she said in a statement on camera.

“To all who lost loved ones, endured intolerable loneliness and struggled with your businesses -- I am sorry and this afternoon I offered my resignation to the Prime Minister.”

Johnson paid tribute to Stratton at a press conference later Wednesday.

The prime minister told reporters that while he can “totally understand how infuriating” the leaked video was, Stratton had been a “fine colleague” who “achieved a great deal in her time in government” particularly as COP26 spokesperson.

Johnson also maintained that to the best of his knowledge, no Covid-19 restrictions had been broken. When grilled by reporters on whether people would heed the latest restrictions after members of his team laughed and joked about the coronavirus, Johnson replied: “The British public can see the vital importance of the medical information that we’re giving.”

Conservative Party chairman Oliver Dowden said last week, “My focus has not been on having conversations about what may or may not have happened over a year ago in Downing Street. I have, however, been assured by what the Prime Minister has said, which is that the rules at all times were obeyed in Downing Street.” (CNN)

Afghanistan: Girls’ despair as Taliban confirm secondary school ban TEENAGE schoolgirls in Afghanistan have told the BBC of their growing desperation as they continue to be excluded from school more than three months after the Taliban takeover.

“Not being able to study feels like a death penalty,” says 15-yearold Meena. She says that she and her friends feel lost and confused since the closure of their school in northeastern Badakhshan province.

“We have nothing to do apart from housework… we are just frozen in one place,” says Laila, 16, whose school in Takhar province shut the day the Taliban seized power in August.

BBC interviews with students and headteachers in 13 provinces show girls’ frustration at still being barred from secondary school, despite assurances from the Taliban that they would be able to resume their studies “as soon as possible”.

Teachers, nearly all of whom had not been paid since June, said the situation was affecting girls’ wellbeing, with one blaming the closures for the underage marriage

of three of her students.

One headteacher from Kabul, who stays in touch with her students via Whatsapp, said: “The students are really upset, they’re suffering mentally. I try to give them hope but it’s hard because they are exposed to so much sadness and disappointment.”

Teachers also reported a worrying drop in attendance among girls in primary schools, who have been allowed to return. They said that increased poverty and security concerns meant families were reluctant to send younger girls to school.

Officials have previously avoided confirming that this was an outright ban. But in an interview with the BBC, acting Deputy Education Minister Abdul Hakim Hemat confirmed that girls would not be allowed to attend secondary school until a new education policy was approved in the new year.

Despite this, some girls’ schools are reported to have re-opened after negotiating with local Taliban officials.

Some girls are forced to learn at home.

In the northern city of Mazar-iSharif in Balkh province, one head teacher told us that there were no problems and girls were attending school as normal.

But another student in the same city told the BBC that a group of armed Taliban fighters had been approaching schoolgirls on the streets, telling them to make sure their hair and mouths were not

visible. As a result around a third of her class had stopped coming to school.

“We have our life in our hands when we leave home. People don’t smile. The situation is not calm. We are shivering with fear,” she said.

The Taliban government ordered boys to return to secondary school in September, but made no mention of girls.

Headteachers in three different provinces told the BBC that they had reopened schools, only to be told to close by local officials without explanation a day later. Girls had been turning up at the school gates every day asking when they would be allowed to return, one said.

Laila, who wants to be a midwife or doctor, says she keeps her school equipment clean and tidy in her room, not allowing anyone to touch it, waiting for the moment when it can be put to use again.

“When I see my clothes, books, scarf and my shoes, all new just sitting in my cupboard without being used, I get very upset. I never wanted to sit at home,” she says.

Meena wants to be a surgeon, but doubts whether she’ll be allowed to continue her studies.

She remembers lining up in the playground at school and laughing with her friends, where they would sing the national anthem before going to lessons.

“Whenever I think about those moments, I feel upset and hopeless about our future,” she says.

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Won’t-run-if-Trump-runs question leads to waiting game for likely 2024 candidates DONALD Trump’s wait-andsee approach to the 2024 election has frozen the next Republican presidential primary before it’s even begun.

As each rumoured 2024 candidate navigates the uncertainty of another Trump bid -- deciding if they should publicly acknowledge their presidential ambitions or keep their head down until he makes a decision -- their potential opponents are paying close attention to the degree of loyalty they show the former President.

Some likely 2024 contenders are creating campaigns-in-waiting — hiring trusted advisers, meeting with donors and visiting all-important primary states despite knowing it could all be for nothing if the former President enters the race.

On Wednesday, for instance, former Vice President Mike Pence is set to travel to New Hampshire to mingle with GOP donors at a fundraiser for state Republicans and critique the Biden administration in a speech hosted by conservative activism group Heritage Action. Notably, Pence has not said he would refrain from challenging his former boss in the next presidential primary.

Other rumoured Republican hopefuls who have made such declarations have drawn criticism from within the party.

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has suggested GOP voters should immediately discount any rumored candidate who tethers their decision to Trump.

“If you’re saying you’re deferring to someone, that’s a real sign of both weakness and indecision,” he said in May. A handful of would-be 2024 GOP contenders have already made such pledges or strongly hinted that they would not challenge Trump in a primary. Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley declared so in the clearest terms back in April, telling reporters at the time that she “would not run if President Trump ran.” A Haley spokeswoman declined to comment for this story on whether her position has shifted at all.

Meanwhile, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem and a handful of Republican senators have intimated as much by saying they support the prospect of another Trump campaign or believe the GOP presidential nomination is his if he does run.

“If Donald Trump is going to run for president in 2024, he’ll be the Republican nominee. Of course, I would support him in that,” Sen. Marco Rubio told WPTV last week.

On Friday, fellow Florida Sen. Rick Scott said in a Fox Business interview that Trump “ought to do it again.”

Sens. Josh Hawley of Missouri and Tim Scott of South Carolina, two other senators who have been talked about as possible 2024 GOP contenders, have also expressed support of a future Trump bid.

And even as she traveled to Iowa in July -- signaling her own interest in building relationships that could benefit her in 2024 -- Noem told

Donald Trump is a front runner for the Republican party in 2024.

conservative activists at the Family Leadership Summit in Des Moines that she was “counting on [Trump] running.”

One aide to a prospective Republican candidate who has not publicly said he would defer to the former President told CNN that “unless there’s a dramatic shift in the base, the nomination is Donald Trump’s and it would be a suicide mission to run against him.” And yet, the aide continued, “We aren’t ever going to admit that. It turns off voters we might need down the road.”

Candidates who have shown deference to Trump -- yielding to him before the GOP primary has even begun -- are now being ribbed by his allies.

“You either are your own person

or not and when you’re playing reflexive politics, it’s kind of hard to then go to the base and say you’re a fighter,” said former Trump campaign aide Bryan Lanza, who remains close to the ex-President.

“This is an era where we’re going to have to fight and scrap and the last thing we need if former President Trump doesn’t run is someone who bows out before the fight even starts,” Lanza added.

KEEPING THEIR CARDS CLOSE In an entirely different category are prospective Republican candidates who have purposely refrained from discussing 2024 or stopped short of showing submissiveness to Trump when they have.

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, for instance, told CBS News’ Face the Nation last month that Trump “would be very, very formidable,” as a candidate in 2024, but simultaneously boasted that he “came incredibly close” to beating the former President in the 2016 GOP presidential primary and could be in a position to become the Republican Party’s nominee in 2024.

“I came in second. There’s a long history of runners-up being the next nominee,” Cruz said.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who has been widely discussed among GOP donors as a possible 2024 candidate, has yet to rule out challenging Trump in a primary — much to the former President’s chagrin. As previously reported

by CNN, Trump has recently complained to allies that the Florida governor has failed to pay him enough credit for his meteoric rise to Republican stardom and is especially annoyed that DeSantis won’t publicly reject a 2024 bid if the former president launches his own campaign.

But DeSantis isn’t the only rumored Republican hopeful to dodge the 2024 chatter. Two other Republicans who have been mentioned as possible candidates -- Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton -- have also refused to indulge speculation about their presidential ambitions or stake out a position on competing in a primary that includes Trump.

(CNN)

Jamal Khashoggi: France releases Saudi man held over journalist’s murder FRENCH prosecutors have released a Saudi man held in connection with Jamal Khashoggi’s murder after concluding he was a victim of mistaken identity.

Khaled Alotaibi, 33, was arrested at an airport in Paris on Tuesday on the basis of a warrant issued by Turkey.

A Saudi Royal Guard with the same name and age is listed in US sanctions as a suspect in the 2018 killing inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey.

Khashoggi, a US-based Saudi journalist, was a critic of the Saudi government.

Saudi prosecutors said he was killed in a “rogue operation” by a team of agents sent to persuade him to return to the kingdom.

But a UN investigator concluded that Khashoggi was “the victim of a deliberate, premeditated execution” and said there was credible evidence that high-level Saudi officials, including Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, were involved. The

Jamal Khashoggi was murdered by a team of Saudi agents in Istanbul in 2018.

crown prince denied playing any role.

French police said on Tuesday that a Saudi national with a passport in the name of Khaled Aedh Alotaibi had been detained at Paris’ Charles de Gaulle airport as he was about to board a flight to Riyadh.

An alert was triggered when his passport was scanned because

it matched details listed in an international arrest warrant issued by Turkish judicial authorities and an Interpol Red Notice.

As well as having the same name as the suspect, police said the man also had the same place and month of birth. There was even a physical resemblance.

But on Wednesday the chief

prosecutor in Paris announced: “Indepth verifications to determine the identity of this person have enabled us to establish that the warrant was not applicable to him.”

The Saudi embassy in Paris had insisted on Tuesday night that the man had “nothing to do with the case in question” and demanded his release.

It also stressed that the Saudi judiciary had “issued verdicts against all of those who participated in the heinous murder of Jamal Khashoggi” and that “all of them are currently serving their sentences”.

Turkey has rejected the outcome of the Saudi trial as “scandalous” and a court in Istanbul is currently trying 26 Saudi officials in absentia on charges of premediated murder or destroying evidence.

The defendants include a man identified as Khaled Alotaibi as well as two former aides of Crown Prince Mohammed. Their court-appointed Turkish lawyers say they deny the charges.

A report by then-UN Special Rapporteur Agnès Callamard published in 2019 said Saudi prosecutors ordered the arrest of a man called Khaled Aedh Alotaibi as part of an investigation into Khashoggi’s murder, but that they ultimately decided not to charge him.

Ms Callamard concluded that the Royal Guard was among the 15-strong team of Saudi agents sent from Riyadh to Istanbul, and that he was inside the Saudi consul general’s residence while Khashoggi was being killed at the consulate.

Khashoggi, who went into selfimposed exile in the US in 2017, was last seen entering the consulate on 2 October 2018. He was attempting to obtain papers he needed to marry his Turkish fiancée, Hatice Cengiz.

Ms Callamard said Khashoggi was “brutally slain” inside the consulate that day. She made that judgement after listening to purported audio recordings of conversations inside the consulate made by Turkish intelligence. (BBC)

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JOB VACANCIES Front Office Manager*

As the Front Office Manager for The Shore Club Resort, you will be responsible for leading and creating the Shore Club Experience for the dayto-day operations of the Front Office, ensuring luxury guest services that meet all The Shore Club standards.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Participate in the development of business strategies which are aligned with the overall objectives of the resort.

• Develop and implement strategies for Front Office, Bell Services, Guest Relations, Concierge, Transportation, etc. that support achievement of the resort’s goals.

• Monitor status regularly and adjusts strategies as appropriate.

• Creates the first impression by supervising the drivers, bell staff, airport greeters, concierge and all front office areas.

• Develop and implement processes and procedures for assigned departments which support achievement of service and financial goals.

• Participate in the development of business strategies which are aligned with the overall objectives of the resort.

• Develop and implement strategies for Front Office, Bell Services, Guest Relations, Concierge, Transportation, etc. that support achievement of the resort’s goals.

• Monitor status regularly and adjusts strategies as appropriate.

• Creates the first impression by supervising the drivers, bell staff, airport greeters, concierge and all front office areas.

• Develop and implement processes and procedures for assigned departments which support achievement of service and financial goals • Assist in preparing annual budget and forecasts; monitor achievement of budget and forecast to take corrective steps as appropriate.

• Prepare and analyze reports in order to develop an informative database for decision making and to communicate upcoming business throughout the resort.

• Analyze business forecasts and schedules accordingly.

• Ensure front desk handles billing and cash in accordance with resort’s standards • Plan and coordinate hotel rooming activities by working closely with Sales, Catering, Housekeeping and other departments • Recruit and select qualified candidates • Provide employees with the orientation and training needed to understand expectations and perform job responsibilities • Communicate performance expectations and provides employees with on-going feedback • Provide employees with coaching and counseling as needed to achieve performance objectives and reach their fullest potential • Take personal responsibility and shows initiative

in work planning and problem-solving.

• Show personal attention to guests’ unique needs, interests and expectations.

• Take personal responsibility and shows initiative in work planning and problem-solving.

• Show personal attention to guests’ unique needs, interests and expectations.

• Keep informed and demonstrates job knowledge, following all job and service standards that display self-confidence, grace and courtesy to guests and colleagues.

• Any other ad HOC duties or tasks as assigned or directed by management.

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENT: • A degree or diploma in Hotel Management or equivalent.

• A minimum of 3 years of Front Office supervisory/ managing experience in 4- or 5-star hotel.

• High Level of commercial awareness and sales capabilities.

• Experience of managing people and developing people.

• Excellent people leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Skilled in the use of techniques and strategies required to deliver training material in group and one-on-one settings.

• Understand the reservations process including the role of WRS, distribution channels and reservations flow.

• Determine appropriate staffing levels based on forecasted revenue and anticipated business and create staffing schedules which optimize the balance between desired profitability, guest’s demands and employee desires.

• Demonstrate ability to relate to, communicate with, and motivate employees to sustain high performance and quality levels.

• Team player who can also work one’s own initiative.

Salary $44,000.00 per annum not including service charge.

Room Attendant*

DUTIES INCLUDE: • Make the bed, clean and straighten entire room/suite, including vacuuming, mopping and dusting.

• Display and replace bath amenities and resort information and items.

• Order repairs as appropriate.

• Return articles left in rooms to Lost and Found.

• Ensure the total appearance of the guest room/ suite reflects The Shore Club standards of luxury service.

• Maintain supplies necessary to service rooms efficiently.

• Keep supply caddy stocked.

• Keep guest corridors clear of service items.

• Inspect linens for quality and removes soiled, torn or worn item.

• Notify Housekeeping Department of stock shortage and/or malfunctioning equipment.

• Take personal responsibility and show initiative in work planning and problem-solving.

• Show personal attention to guests’ unique needs, interests and expectations.

• Keep informed and demonstrate job knowledge, following all job and service standards • Provide genuine service through actions that display self-confidence, grace and courtesy to guests and colleagues.

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS: • Able to speak, communicate and understand English.

• High school or equivalent education.

• Must have worked in hotels or other institution in a similar capacity.

• Must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance per standards.

• Perform other duties as requested, such as cleaning unexpected spills and executing special guest requests.

• Ability to work with heavy cleaning machinery.

• Must be able and willing to work all days and sh ift.

Starting salary $6.50 per hour not including service charge.

Houseman *

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Ensure that standards of cleanliness and organization are met at all times in assigned areas.

• Care for and maintain all equipment and machinery • Restock linens and amenities on carts • Run needed items to guest floors • Assist housekeepers as required • Ability to work with heavy cleaning machinery.

• Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts Starting salary $6.50 per hour not including service charge.

Senior Project Manager *

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES: • Oversee the construction project from start to finish • Assist in preparation of Project Specific Safety Pre Planning • Assist in preparation of Project Specific Quality.

• Assurance/Quality Control Plan with Commercial Asset Coordinator • Responsible for the management of: • All site operations and contractor coordination

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JOB VACANCIES • Established QA/QC systems.

• Established Site Health and Safety policy.

• Close out procedures including testing, commissioning, final inspections and hand over.

• Required to chair and record weekly contractor meetings.

• Involved in the review and approval of contractor method statements, submittals, RFI's and shop drawings.

• Required to regularly monitor and report on construction progress against the approved schedule.

• Ensure that construction activities move according to pre-determined schedule.

• Devise the project work plans and make revisions as and when need arises.

• Communicate effectively with the contractors and is responsible for completing various phases of the project.

• Co-ordinate the efforts of all parties involved in the project, which include the architects, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors and laborers.

• the progress of the construction activities on a regular basis and hold regular status meetings with all the sub-teams.

• Periodic inspection of construction sites.

• Ensure project documents are complete.

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS: • Assurance/Quality Control Plan with Commercial Asset Coordinator • Degree Qualified in either Civil Engineering or Building Construction.

• Member of an internationally recognized construction Professional Institution.

• Must have min 15 years construction experience including 5 years at Senior Project Manager or Construction Manager Level on multimilliondollar projects.

• Management experience on high quality hotel and condominium resort projects in the Caribbean (successful track record of completing projects from start (foundations) to finish (close out).

• Must have excellent written and personnel communication skills together with strong reporting, commercial skills and abilities.

• Ability to properly manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment • Clear verbal and written communication skills to demonstrate and convey a thorough understanding of the entire development process; • Financial acumen to provide concise status and cost reports; • Must be able to perform a key role in project planning, budgeting, and identification of resources needed • Must be able to project accounting functions including managing the budget, tracking if team expenses and minimizing exposure and risk in

the project • Must be able to identify the elements of the project design and construction likely to give rise to disputes and claims • Must be able to maintain strict adherence to the budgetary guidelines, quality and safety standards • Develop team approach with Owner, Architect, Engineers, Consultants, Subcontractors, etc.

• Define and establish team member responsibilities, communication, and administrative procedures for the team during preconstruction phase Starting salary $8,500.oo a month based on experience and qualifications.

Server *

• Participate in the development of business strategies which are aligned with the overall objectives of the resort.

• Check station before, during and after shift for proper set-up and cleanliness.

• Greet the guests in a warm, friendly and courteous manner and explain any specials and/ or restaurant promotions for guest awareness.

• Assist guest in choice of menu selections and special requests.

• Exhibit knowledge of menu items, prices, recipes styles of service and preparation.

• Record the details of the order from the guests, repeating the order to the guest to check for accuracy.

• Input the order into the Point of Sale computer to inform the kitchen of the particulars in the order being placed.

• When complete, retrieve order from kitchen, confirm its accuracy, lift and deliver to guest along with appropriate condiments. Abide by all Government regulations pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages to minors and intoxicated guests.

• Replenish beverages as necessary and check with guests for overall satisfaction.

• Market and serve upon request any dessert items or specialty coffees.

• Ascertain guest satisfaction and present check.

Process Provide feedback on compliments and/ or guest concerns to supervisor.

• Room Service- responsible for preparing orders, setting trays, delivering items to guest rooms in an attentive and efficient manner, and ensuring to provide excellent quality service as per the Hotel standard operating procedures.

• Complete closing duties including restocking items, turning off lights etc.

• Maintain cleanliness of work areas throughout the shift.

• Assist in carrying out scheduled inventories of products and operating equipment.

• Ensure proper appearance and grooming while on duty.

• Ensure minimum wastage and breakage.

• Any other ad hoc duties or tasks as assigned or directed by management.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Verbal Communication, Customer Service, Resolving Conflict, Teamwork, Energy level, Thoroughness, Professionalism, client relationships participate in and support training and staff meetings.

Starting salary $6.75 per hour not including service charge.

Cook*

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: • Prepare all food items according to recipe cards and correct handling procedures.

• Maintain highest quality and appearance of all foods sent from kitchen and make sure plates are clean and appetizing.

• Maintain orderly and clean refrigerators and work areas.

• Rotate all foods and correctly fill out production charts.

• Prepares sauces, soups and hot entrees in accordance with menu • Sets up for meals by ensuring proper amounts are in place for forecasted covers, special functions and any reservations • Organizes and maintains work areas, coolers and storage areas • Requisitions food with necessary approvals according to policy • Takes proper care of ranges, ovens, broilers, fryers, griddles, utensils and other equipment • Follows proper safety, hygiene and sanitation practices in the designated kitchen areas daily KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS: • Experience with, and comfortable preparing a variety of different cuisines in a fine dining environment • Understand the importance of consistency • Knowledge of food preparation techniques and health/safety • Must be able and willing to work all days and shifts and stand for long periods at a time • 2 years’ experience in this role Starting salary $7.00 per hour not including service charge.

ALL POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS.

Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume Attention to Avi Adams, Human Resources Manager at careers@theshoreclubtc.com , no later than end of day Friday, December 31st, 2021. All resumes are subject to screening. Accepted candidates will receive a call or email confirmation with a scheduled time for meeting and required documents for the actual interview.

Resumes can also be submitted to the Labor Department directly. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (1649) 339-8000

26 CLASSIFIEDS ADDY LEIDY MOLINA PEROLTA

By Mama’s Kitchen, Kew Town 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: 649-242-9922 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

27666

FLORVEUS MYRLANDE PHILISTIN Lower Bight, Providenciales 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: 343-5615

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 28011

AMBER STYLE

ARTHUR ROBINSON

#134 SOUTH DOCK ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

1149 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

SALON SUPERVISOR/ COSMETOLOGIST

DRIVER

• R.F Therapy.

• Must have at least 5 years in the beauty industry.

• Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services.

Salary: $9 hourly CONTACT: 343-0592 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Transport clients to different locations. Salary: $300.00 Weekly CONTACT: 649941-5195/231-6717

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

27981

27963

ESTEL PLUMBING

#24 LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

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 • To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-0397

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 27987

ERIC SMITH

LIGHT HOUSE ROAD, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-0167

MECHANIC

CARPET LAYER

DRYWALL FINISHER

CONTACT: 242-2824

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

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-3887

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27664

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

JFA CONSTRUCTION 382 South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

#6 Miracle Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER

Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc. Salary: $10.00

CONTACT: 649-332-8536

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

28020

28018

JOSEPH ROBINSON

BABYSITTER

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: 244-4837

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

28013

HAIRSTYLIST

INK MIXER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

GRACE BAY COURT SUITE 101, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

Responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster.

Smooths out imperfections with trowels and shackle.

Salary: $11.00 hourly

CONTACT: 431-2971

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27954

KECHIE

Acting on behalf of TEN & SANCHEZ LTD

12 Bronze Lane, Long Bay

STEELMAN

- $9.00 hourly Cut frame steal for homes, walls etc.

CONTACT: 341-4752

ABIGAELLE BARBER & SALON Five Cays, Providenciales

HAIR BRAIDER

- $7.00 HOURLY Braiding and grooming of hair.

CONTACT: 331-2701 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds these positions 28003

#565 Rony Plaza, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Mixing ink and refilling ink cartridges for printers. Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 341-0048

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

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

EMMA SELVER

ELNA JOSEPH

CONTACT: 232-9275

28014

#404 A South Dock Rd. Is seeking to employ a

FARMER LABOURER Responsible for plowing, fertilizing, and harvesting of the crops. Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 232-8729

AUDELIN CHARITE

28026

HO2 CONSTRUCTION LTD.

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: $10.00 Hourly

BEST PRINTING SERVICES

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

GUERLINE JOSEPH DIEUBON Snake Hills Avenue #36 Is seeking to employ a

BELLE FEMME ROSE

#11 Spot Plaza, Airport Road 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

G.M MECHANIC SHOP Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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27771

27769

OPPOSITE TO TROPICAL, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-5871

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 27982

SIMENE JOZINE

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Providenciales, 346-2311

Five Cays, Providenciales 347-8495

CLEANER

CARETAKER

To clean all areas within the yard, clean the gutters, trim down the trees in the yard, Sweeping and removing debris from outside, water the plants, repairs damage furniture and assist with other labour work around the property. Salary: $6.25 per hour.

RENEWAL/ FIRST TIME, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

27971

KELVELINA LIGHTBOURNE BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-241-1429

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27980

Seeking for a caretaker to assist my father At his house. Assisting with medication, wash, Iron, cook, goes with him to the doctor, must be bilingual. SALARY: 6.25 per hour

RENEWAL, THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

28009

BOHIO DIVE RESORT

IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION. GRAND TURK

LABOURER

DUTIES INCLUDE: *Cleaning and Maintenance *must be able to carry out heavy lifting *must be able to load and unload equipment and supplies *must be fully vaccinated *must be able to work 6 days per week plus holidays and weekends Salary: $6.25 per hour CONTACT: INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM BELONGERS ONLY APPLY 27973

ELIE LANDSCAPING & CLEANING BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 232-7124

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

27986

JAMES L. FRITZ

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 232-1491

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

28025

MAH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Blue Hills, Millennium Highway, Mara Building #4 Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

- $6.25 Hourly Take care of elderly person. Plan meals, run errands, remind patients of medications.

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS

- $6.25 Hourly Sweeping, mopping, clean bathrooms, kitchen, living room and Laundry

CASHIER

- $6.25 Hourly Greets customers, receive payment, Issue receipts, and change.

CONTACT: 331-6708/332-4839

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

27991

December 11-17, 2021

BRUTUS LANDSCPING

ACROSS COCO BISTRO, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

BOHIO DIVE RESORT IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION

GRAND TURK DIVE MASTER REQUIREMENTS: • must have up to date Padi Dive Master Certification valid to December 2022.

• must have up to date Padi Dive Master Liability Insurance • must own full personal dive equipment • must hold TCI Boat Masters License • must be fully vaccinated • willing to work 6 days per week and holidays including

weekends DUTIES INCLUDE • sign up waivers for all guests • set up guests requiring rental gear • load and unload all divers equipment and tanks on boat • wash dive gear and hang up for dive guests • record daily diving logs • move boats in bad weather Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: INFO@BOHIOROESORT.COM BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

27974

GARDENER

Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting. Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-4192

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

27965

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.

Norway Rd., Kew Town

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and Experience Suitable APPLICANTS can forward Resumes along with copies of Qualifications, Two (2) Character References.

1 CHEF

- $8.00 HOURLY Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking.

Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

BARMAID

- $6.25 HOURLY Taking orders, serving customers. Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail.

CONTACT: 331-9854 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

27994

LUXURY CUTS AND BRAIDS

UNIT 7 GRANT PLAZA, DOWN TOWN Is seeking to employ a

BARBER Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-2550

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

27985

EDITH MESA

Pond Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER

• Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-7157

DAVIS CONSTRUCTION

#14 NORWAY ROAD, VICTORIA STREET, KEW TOWN Is seeking a

CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $10.00 hourly

CONTACT: 232-5420

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28015

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27966

LEO JOSEPH

KK’S CLEANING SERVICES

Back Road, 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: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 243-4191

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 27993

CASTILLO GEORGINA SOFIA

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER Stocking and

supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 244-3939

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

28024

COME TO SEE VARIETY STORE

BLUE HILLS, MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY #104 Is seeking to employ a

Five Cays, Rigby Road Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

INVENTORY CLERK

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

Reviews and analyzes inventory for an organization. Ensure inventory is accounted for and managed.

Salary: $9.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 331-3887

CONTACT: 341-5029

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

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

COX LABOUR SERVICES

CUTTING EDGE LANDSCAPING AND DESIGNS

27960

854 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES Turks & Caicos Islands

LABOURER

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 apply to the Labour board. A work permit holder currently holds this position.

28006 EL RANCHO RESTAURANT & CAFETERIAS

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Cleaning and maintaining of Provo Golf Club and the Grace Bay Strip. Be willing to work weekends and holidays. $6.50per hour.

Belongers are encouraged to send resumes to the Labour Department as this position is currently held by a Work Permit holder.

649-231-6710

MERVCO.ACC@GMAIL.COM

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TRIPPLE A'S EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY

28017

756 Leeward Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

GARDENER

Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 333-2621

COOLING ZONE AIR-CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION #3 Club Sodax, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ

AC REPAIRMAN

- $10.00 hourly Repair compressors, replace filters and diagnosed problems with AC units/systems.

AC INSTALLER

- $12.00 hourly Installation of Ductless and Central A/C Systems and fabrication of Air Condition duct.

LABOURER

- $7.00 hourly Cleaning sites and fix stuff in shop.

CONTACT: 232-3261

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

27084

NICHOLA KENNEDY GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ:

TWO DOMESTICS WORKER

Duties: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, and laundering sheets. Salary: $6.25 per hourly

CONTACT: 1(649) 245 5471

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 278005

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

JOKIE & MIMI VARIETY STORE

BRAIN NEW VARIETY STORE

27856

ANTHONY LESHONE FORBES Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ:

WEST ROAD, Grand Turk Is seeking:

OVER BACK, Grand Turk Is seeking:

2 PHOTOGRAPHER

TWO RECEIVING CLERK/ FRONT DESK CLERK CASHIER

TWO FRONT DESK CLERK/ CASHIER

HIS JOB CONSISTS OF PREPARING THE ROOM BEFORE THE RETURN OF CUSTOMERS. THEN ARRANGER IF NECESSARY THE APPROPRIATE CLOTHING BEFORE THE PHOTOGRAPHY. Salary: $7. 00per hourly

CONTACT: (649)333-8821

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

28001

His job is to receive customers, then help them choose their products while indicating their price.Calculate the balance, and print the receipts to customers. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: (649)333-1674

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

27999

His job is to receive customers, then help them choose their products while indicating their price. Calculate the balance, and print the receipts to customers. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: (649)243 0750

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

27800

KENARD CRUISES LTD. Bridge Road, Turtle Cove. Is looking for a

BOAT CAPTAIN

• A hardworking person who has the skills and qualifications to perform the duties of a Boat Captain aboard a vessel.

• Must be excellent in mastering boats during excursions.

• Must be excellent in guest relations, good with children and a good swimmer for guidance in water activities such as snorkeling.

• Must be able to cook for the guest • Must be trustworthy with the operation of the business and must speak English.

• Must be prepared to travel frequently aboard vessel and work long hours and holidays.

Remuneration based on experience, commencing at $12.00 per hour

A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION

CONTACT: 649-232-3866

Prospective TC Islander applicants are also free to lodge a copy of their applications with the Labour Board.

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Dave Chappelle is among a line-up of more than 130 comedians.

Amid ‘cancel’ controversy, Dave Chappelle to headline Netflix Is a Joke festival NETFLIX is still in business with Dave Chappelle.

The embattled comedian has been announced as a headliner of the streaming platforms upcoming “Netflix Is a Joke: The Festival” lineup despite igniting controversy within the LGTBQ+ community.

Jokes made in his latest Netflix stand-up special, “The Closer,” have been considered transphobic, leading the company’s employees to stage a walkout in October in protest.

The five-time Emmy Award winner — self-described as being on “team TERF,” an acronym

for a “trans-exclusionary radical feminist” — has remained unapologetic but agreed to meet with activists at a time and place of his choosing. “I’m confused about what we are speaking about. I said what I said and boy, I heard what you said. My God, how could I not?”

The comedy festival will take place from April 28 through May 8, across more than 25 Los Angeles venues including Dodger Stadium, Crypto.com Arena (formerly Staples Center), Hollywood Palladium, The Forum, the Hollywood Bowl, The Greek Theatre and The Improv.

The 1636 masterpiece has been owned by private collectors including the Rothschilds for centuries.

Netherlands to buy Rembrandt Standard Bearer self-portrait THE Netherlands government says it is planning to buy an iconic selfportrait of the 17th Century Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn.

It is seeking parliamentary approval for the purchase of the Standard Bearer, a work seen as hugely important for Dutch culture and history.

The 1636 masterpiece has been owned by private collectors including the Rothschilds for centuries.

It will go on tour before being displayed in Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum.

“The Standard Bearer is coming home for good after a journey of several centuries,” Culture Minister Ingrid van Engelshoven said in a statement.

The government is setting aside €150m (£129m; $170m) for the painting, while the museum’s fund will add a further €10m and the Rembrandt Association €15m.

The painting shows Rembrandt in the costume of a standard bearer who led troops into battle in the Eighty Years War, which culminated in the

independence of the Netherlands in 1648.

It was shown at an exhibition at the Rijksmuseum in 2019.

The Standard Bearer has been owned by a French branch of the Rothschild family since 1844, and France has declared it a national treasure.

The Netherlands decided to make the purchase after the French state waived its right to buy the painting and allowed a sale on the open market. (BBC)

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Nick Cannon revealed his 5-month-old son, Zen, died Sunday following a battle with brain cancer.

Nick Cannon’s 5-monthold son dies after battle with brain tumor Rihanna, Reese Witherspoon and Oprah Winfrey (from left) made the list.

Rihanna, Witherspoon and Oprah among Forbes’ ‘most powerful women’ of 2021 IT’S that time of the year again for Forbes to rank the most powerful women in world.

The internationally renowned American business magazine released its 18th annual World’s 100 Most Powerful Women list, celebrating female politicians, entrepreneurs, activists and other movers and shakers from across the globe.

Within entertainment, Oprah Winfrey charted the highest at No. 23 due to her whopping $2 billion media empire. Other power wielders,

who are not public figures, who made the list include: ViacomCBS Chairman Shari Redstone (No. 31); Disney Television Studios and ABC Entertainment’s new chairman Dana Walden (No. 50) and Amazon Studios head Jennifer Salke at No. 54.

Newly appointed national hero of Barbados Rihanna — celebrated for her recently minted billionaire status thanks to her Savage x Fenty lingerie line and Fenty Beauty brand, which is among the fastest-growing cosmetics companies in the world — made it to number 68 on the

esteemed list.

Academy Award winner Reese Witherspoon ranked at No. 74, two slots above Beyoncé. The “Legally Blonde” star’s big money move to sell her women-centric Hello Sunshine production company to Blackstone for a reported $900 million warranted her rightful spot to the list.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott topped the list, replacing the outgoing German chancellor Angela Merkel.

(NYDailynews)

A TEARY Nick Cannon shared heartbreaking news with his talk show audience on Tuesday.

Cannon revealed his 5-month-old son, Zen, died Sunday following a battle with brain cancer.

The entertainer made the announcement on his eponymous daytime talk program.

Cannon told of how Zen’s tumor grew rapidly and said, “We knew that the time was” before he got choked up and had to take a pause.

The studio audience at “The Nick Cannon Show” seemed to realize what was coming, with sad groans and an “Oh no!” from an audience member.

Cannon detailed the illness’ history, saying he expected a routine visit when he took his little boy to a doctor to examine a frequent cough.

Zen, whom Cannon welcomed with model Alyssa Scott in June, was diagnosed with a brain tumor, with fluid building up in the child’s head.

The illness quickly escalated around Thanksgiving, and Cannon, whose show is recorded in New York, went to California to see his son.

“This weekend, I made a valid effort to spend the most quality time I could spend with Zen,” Cannon said.

He said they went to the ocean together Sunday. Cannon then got into a car to go to the airport to return to work, but had the vehicle turn around so he could spend more time with Zen. “Not only did we get to see the sun rise, but we got to see the sun set, too,” Cannon said.

Cannon, 41, dedicated Tuesday’s show to Zen. Zen was Cannon’s seventh child, and first with Scott. He also has two kids each with Mariah Carey, Brittany Bell and Abby De La Rosa.

“I will love you for eternity,” Scott captioned an Instagram post following the baby’s birth this year.

(NYDailynews)

McGowan’s lawsuit against Weinstein is dropped as actress misses deadlines ROSE McGowan, who was among the earliest women to accuse Harvey Weinstein of sexual assault, missed deadlines in her racketeering lawsuit against the movie producer, leading to its dismissal.

The lawsuit, which McGowan filed in 2019, was officially dismissed with prejudice Monday by a federal judge, so the actress will not be able to file it again.

The filing deadlines that McGowan missed had already been extended.

McGowan had accused Weinstein, the co-founder of the Miramax movie studio, of attempting to ruin her career before she came forward with her rape accusation in October

2017.

She filed the lawsuit in Los Angeles.

“Out of the public glare, with proper time, legal work, evidence and facts, this is the way we believe these suits will ultimately all go,” Juda S. Engelmayer, a representative for Weinstein, told the Associated Press.

“A chapter is put behind as Mr. Weinstein keeps going forward to demonstrate the truth.”

Weinstein, who is accused of sexual misconduct by dozens of women, was convicted in New York on rape and sexual assault charges.

He was sentenced in early 2020 to 23 years behind bars.

Weinstein, 69, faces 11 sexual

Harvey Weinstein and actress Rose McGowan are seen in March 2007 in Los Angeles.

assault charges in Los Angeles, all of which he has pleaded not guilty to.

McGowan, who has not publicly

commented on her lawsuit being dropped, is known for starring in the original “Scream” movie and

on the fantasy series “Charmed.”

(NYDailynews)

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Covid: Vaccines should work against Omicron variant, WHO says

Lab tests in South Africa suggest Omicron could evade the Pfizer jab.

Existing vaccines should still protect people who contract the Omicron variant from severe Covid cases, a World Health Organization (WHO) official says.

It comes as the first lab tests of the new variant in South Africa suggest it can partially evade the Pfizer jab.

Researchers say there was a “very large drop” in how well the vaccine’s antibodies neutralised the new strain.

But the WHO’s Dr Mike Ryan said there was no sign Omicron would be better at evading vaccines

than other variants.

“We have highly effective vaccines that have proved effective against all the variants so far, in terms of severe disease and hospitalisation, and there’s no reason to expect that it wouldn’t be so” for Omicron, Dr Ryan, the WHO’s emergencies director, told AFP news agency.

He said initial data suggested Omicron did not make people sicker than the Delta and other strains. “If anything, the direction is towards less severity,” he said.

The new South African study which has not yet been peer-reviewed - found the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine may result in up to 40 times fewer neutralising antibodies against Omicron than against the original Covid strain.

But Omicron’s ability to escape vaccine antibodies is “incomplete”, said Prof Alex Sigal, a virologist at the Africa Health Research Institute, who led the research.

He said the results, based on blood tests from 12 people, were “better than I expected of Omicron”.

Prof Sigal said vaccination, combined with previous infection, could still neutralise against the variant. That suggests boosters may bring a significant benefit.

Scientists believe previous infection, followed by vaccination or a booster, is likely to increase the neutralisation level and will probably protect people against severe disease.

More data on how well the Pfizer jab works against Omicron is expected to be released in the coming days.

There is no significant data yet on how the Moderna, Johnson & Johnson and other jabs hold up against the new variant.

Omicron is the most heavily mutated version of coronavirus found so far.

It was first identified in South Africa, where there is now a surge in the number of people catching Covid multiple times.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said early signs suggested Omicron could be more transmissible than the current Delta strain.

Tests in cells suggest the drug targets some of the proteins that accumulate in this type of dementia.

Viagra may be useful against Alzheimer’s dementia The impotence pill Viagra may be a useful treatment against Alzheimer’s disease, say US researchers who have been studying its effects in the brain.

Tests in cells suggest the drug targets some of the proteins that accumulate in this type of dementia.

The Cleveland team also analysed a database of 7m patients and found men who were on the drug had a lower risk of Alzheimer’s.

More studies on it are worthwhile, they say in the journal Nature Aging.

Work like this is exciting, say experts, because repurposing an existing drug could be quicker, simpler and cheaper than finding and developing a brand new treatment.

THE BLUE PILL Viagra, also known as sildenafil, was originally designed as a heart drug because of its main action improving blood flow by relaxing or widening blood vessels.

Doctors then discovered it was having a similar effect elsewhere in the body, including the arteries of the penis, and it was developed into a successful treatment for erectile dysfunction.

But experts think it could have other uses too. Sildenafil is already used in men and women for a lung condition called pulmonary hypertension.

And scientists have recently been exploring whether it might help people at risk of vascular dementia - the second most common form of dementia after Alzheimer’s - which occurs when reduced blood flow damages the brain.

Now researchers believe it may help Alzheimer’s as well.

The exact cause of this type of dementia is not fully understood, but doctors do know that abnormal protein deposits collect in the brains of people who have it.

The Cleveland team found: · High doses of the drug (larger than a person would normally take) increased brain cell growth and reduced protein accumulation in lab studies of human tissue · People on sildenafil were less likely to develop Alzheimer’s than those not taking this medication, based on personal medical data spanning six years and involving more than 7.23m individuals

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (TCICC) EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE TCICC Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following full- time position at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER The Chief Executive Officer (referred hereafter as CEO) is the highest ranking member of staff and is responsible for the overall strategic leadership of the College, formulating and implementing progressive strategic plans for the development and improvement of the College, whilst providing highly effective leadership across the organization to ensure the achievement of its agreed vision, mission and purpose.

The designation of this role as ‘CEO’ signals the importance of championing the education and skills character of the College alongside business leadership, to ensure that learners, employers and communities across the Turks and Caicos Islands are served with programme offerings that are both responsive to their needs and are of the highest quality, as they deserve.

As Chief Accounting Officer, the CEO will be accountable to the Board of Governors and will ensure the efficient operation of the organization by meeting quality, financial and resourcing performance targets in business plans, as approved by the Board of Governors.

The CEO will pay especial interest to the task of inspiring and developing the TCI Community College’s ‘people’, namely our staff, students, apprentices and trainees, and will act in the best and balanced interests of learners, employers and communities. They must ensure quality and cohesion across all parts of the College and will be its chief ambassador, articulating TCICC’s voice and values with and to all relevant stakeholders.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE:

1. Developing and implementing a progressive and community-responsive College philosophy, including a comprehensive strategic plan that details the institutional mission, vision, goals and objectives, priorities, and resources for the current and long-range needs of the Turks and Caicos Islands; 2. Developing, maintaining, and evaluating the academic programs and student services of the College and creating a climate that enhances student learning, stimulates creative approaches to teaching and learning, and motivates staff, faculty, and students to optimum achievement; 3. Developing and maintaining an appropriate administrative organization to ensure effective and efficient management of the College and its resources; 4. Recommending policies for the Board’s action, and implementing those policies adopted by it; 5. Developing and maintaining a personnel operation that includes the recruitment, selection, development, compensation, evaluation, and continuation of all College staff and faculty; 6. Preparing, recommending, and administrating the annual operating and capital budgets as approved by the Board of Governors; 7. Maintaining and making efficient use of existing institutional resources, and creating new resources; 8. Providing for effective internal and external communications, including keeping the Board informed, being the College's chief spokesperson, and representing the College to the general public; 9. Providing for the preparation and submission of all reports required by agencies external to the College; 10.

Representing and actively participating in appropriate national, regional and international efforts to promote the interests of the College; 11. Managing the operational affairs of the Board of Governors, including being

its professional advisor by analyzing implications of proposed actions and making recommendations, handling agendas, minutes, policies, and other necessary records; 12.

Delegating to appropriate staff, faculty, and committees, the powers and duties listed above as deemed appropriate for the administration of the College; and, 13.

Performing any other duties assigned or delegated by the Board of Governors.

Salary: US $96,000 per annum The CEO is expected to spend adequate time at both the Grand Turk and Providenciales campuses to ensure proper operational oversight and service to the needs of the community.

This job description is not a definitive or exhaustive list of responsibilities and the Chief Executive Officer may be required to carry out other duties in keeping with the nature of the post as directed by and agreed with the Board of Governors.

This job description is intended to provide a guide to the general duties and responsibilities of the specified post and to set in context the framework within which the post holder will operate. It should not be regarded as a legal document or a set of conditions of service.

The job description sets out the main duties of the post at the time it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post. Such variations are common occurrences and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post.

This job description will be reviewed regularly and may be varied in the light of the business needs of the College.

Appointment is on contractual terms for an initial period of two years. A gratuity is payable at the end of satisfactory contractual service at the rate of salary drawn during the period of service. Housing and telephone allowances are payable at existing rates, where applicable.

For a detailed copy of the job description associated with this position, please visit: https://tcicc.edu.tc/job-descriptions-for-tcicc-positions/ The Application Process: Applications should include the following documents – a cover letter, copies of qualifications, Curriculum Vitae, two character references, a police record and two references should reach:

THE -CHAIRMAN OR THE CHAIRMAN BOARD OF GOVERNORS BOARD OF GOVERNORS TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE, TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE P.O. BOX 236, GRAND TURK, 3 SUCCESS WAY, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS PROVIDENCIALES

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS not later than Monday, December 27, 2021. Where possible applications should be e-mailed to recruitment@tcicc.edu.tc

ONLY TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS NEED APPLY.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for interview will be contacted.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE A & W CONSTRUCTION

#20 Norway Street Kew Town

CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. $9.00 per hour Monday to Saturday

CONTACT: 1-649-348-0977

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28070

CHARLES TIPTON Conch Shell Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Sweeping, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work • To work 5 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 244-7929

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

28069

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: 342-8318

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28072

CHARLIE’S DEPOT

Five Cays, Providenciales (TCI) Tel: 1 (649) 232 0004 is seeking employment for the following

(1) CLEANER

Mopping tile, cleaning toilets, vacuums, empties trash etc. Hours of work are 8:30am to 6:30pm, Monday-Saturday.

Salaries are $6.50 per hours.

POSITIONS IS VACANT AND BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY. INTERESTED CANDIDATE MAY CONTACT THE EMPLOYER OR SUBMIT THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT ON AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES (TCI) REGARDING 28064 EMPLOYMENT.

Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

SERVICE MANAGER

ADELINE PIERRE

Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

946-4664

JOB SUMMARY: ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSTICS, INSTALLATION AND REPAIRS OF DUCTED AND NONDUCTED AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • INSTALLATION OF MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC AND RHEEM SYSTEMS,

INCLUDING ELCTRICAL AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS. • FAULT CODE RAPAIRS ON MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC AND RHEEM SYSTEMS, INCLUDING ELCTRICAL AND MECHANICAL COMPONENTS.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• ELECTRICAL, REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING TRADE CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES • MUST BE MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CERTIFIED • ABILITY TO SPEAK ENGLISH SALARY: NEGOTIABLE BETWEEN $25-$42K PER ANNUM BASED ON QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT RESUME, CONTACT INFORMATION, COVER LETTER AS WELL AS THREE CHARACTER REFERENCES (ONE FROM A PREVIOUS EMPLOYER), COPIES OF CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES, POLICE RECORD AND A COPY OF PASSPORT PHOTO PAGE TO office@ aircoolltd.com FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE EMAIL office@aircoolltd.com POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER, BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY. APPLICATION DEADLINE 31-12-2021 28077

KOMPLETELY KLEAN MAID SERVICE Central Square, Whitby North Caicos

2 DOMESTIC WORKER (RENEWAL) Rate: 6.50 hr

Description: Cleaning house, washing clothes BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD. POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. 28076

CEE’S ENTERPRISE

MISSION FOLLY ROAD, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

STORE ATTENDANT They are responsible for receiving, handling and packing goods.

Salary: $6.75 Hourly CONTACT: 946-2030

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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CLOVERLEAF AGENCY – 246-7382 On behalf of our clients

LE BOUCHON DU VILLAGE Regent Village, Grace Bay

SOMMELIER

• Curating the wine list and keeping it up to date as the menu changes.

• Selecting food and wine pairings.

• Maintaining inventory.

• Educating staff about the wine list.

• Engaging with guests and determining which wines best fit their needs.

• Quality assuring wines before serving in case they are corked or flawed.

• Serving the wine, which includes using the right technique, glassware and decanting.

• Maintaining engagement, conversation and a high level of service throughout the dining experience.

• Must have at least five years’ experience and working in fine dining restaurant • Salary - $2,800.00 monthly plus gratuity

PERSONS WITH ISLANDER STATUS OR RESIDENCE WITH RIGHT TO WORK ARE ENCOURGED TO SUBMIT TO LABOUR BOARD This is new positions.

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HIRING NOW!

Elemento Photography Ltd. 35 The Saltmills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE RESORT

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

PHOTOGRAPHER ASSISTANT Elemento Photography Ltd. is looking for highly motivated, responsible, talented, and career-minded individuals to join our team and grow with our company.

We are an in-house photography service, operating out of luxury resorts in Turks and Caicos.

This opportunity is ideal for photographers of all skill levels looking to expand their portfolios and gain experience and earn a strong income.

Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, GREAT customer service skills, and must be outgoing and enthusiastic about working with families and children. They must be passionate and highly imaginative while portraying creativity in all of the work that they do.

COMPENSATION: • $12-15 Hourly base pay, 10% Commission on every shoot, and gratuity.

Earn over $500+ a week taking photos!

Job Type: Full-time APPLY TODAY!

Send your Resume or CV to: ale@photographyconcierge.com This is a new position. Islanders and residents with the right to work need apply. Applicants are also encouraged to file an application with the Labour Department.

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BLUE

HIRING NOW!

(Salt mills Plaza). Is looking for an experienced

ELEMENTO PHOTOGRAPHY LTD.

STORE CLERK

35 The Saltmills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Send your Resume or CV to: tpc@photographyconcierge.com PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE RESORT

PHOTOGRAPHER

Elemento Photography Ltd. is looking for highly motivated, responsible, talented, and career-minded individuals to join our team and grow with our company.

We are an in-house photography service, operating out of luxury resorts in Turks and Caicos.

Our photographer position will be our ambassador to the experience of a photo shoot. Our staff will be responsible for guiding our guests through the whole process of their own private shoot while creating a natural and relaxed environment of fun and enjoyment. The goal is to maximize the experience of each photo session while capturing the most candid and intimate moments at the resort. This opportunity is ideal for photographers of all skill levels looking to expand their portfolios and gain experience and earn a strong income.

Successful candidates will have strong communication skills, GREAT customer service skills, and must be outgoing and enthusiastic about working with families and children. They must be passionate and highly imaginative while portraying creativity in all of the work that they do. Our company promotes a positive work environment where diversity and teamwork are valued. Candidates are preferred to be familiar with editing software such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop. Integrity and professionalism are essential to the success of our photographers and our company. Photographers will be responsible for ensuring that all of our guests have a wonderful experience throughout the whole process, and look back at our photo sessions as the highlight of their vacation.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Training Program • Fast Track Career Advancement- Significant Growth Opportunities

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • • • •

TO START ASAP WHO MUST BE: • Experienced with at least 4-5 years in retail.

• Very Mature, very organized, presentable, and tidy with a good attitude and self-motivation.

• Able to work as a team in a team six days a week 9am-6pm sometimes during peak holidays.

• Person must also be flexible enough to

arrive early or leave late when receiving inventory and stock taking.

• Individual must also have a solid experience with QuickBooks Pro, Quickbook Point of Sale (mandatory) and also have a good knowledge of the major surf brands, store layout and presentation.

Monthly salary starting at: $2400.00

ONLY WELL-PRESENTED APPLICATIONS WITH A COVER LETTER WHICH MUST BE HAND DELIVERED BEFORE JANUARY 10TH WILL BE CONSIDERED.

28087

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

COMPENSATION: • Hourly base pay, Commission on every shoot, and gratuity. Earn over $500+ a week taking photos! *TPC will offer relocation compensation for those who qualify • • • • •

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Set up and execute photography sessions throughout the resort Extensive guest engagement, exceptional interaction with our guest is vital.

Organize materials needed for Pre/Post shoot Appropriate maneuver and maintenance of our DSLR cameras Maintain equipment in a safe manner and transport throughout the various shoot locations Actively participate in the post-production of all the photos taken during the shoot, arrangement, and organization Presentation of photos to our guest and clients Work closely with staff to establish an appropriate workflow Represent Elemento Photography Ltd. and the resort at the highest level of service and performance at all times while adhering to all company and resort regulations and policies Maintain confidentiality of pictures and guest’s information

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma / 2-year college degree • Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills • Hospitality experience is a plus • Ability to effectively interact with guests and co-workers • Previous experience work/school in the photography industry • Ability to work with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment • Willing to work a varied seasonal schedule, flexible hours/schedule • Demonstrate a positive and professional image • Reliable Transportation

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:

Please send us your resume, cover letter, and link to your work (preferably families, couples, or events). Resumes without cover letters or portfolios will not be considered.

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME *Pay: $13-$15 Per hour depending on experience *Commission from EVERY photo session. Commission earned is 10% of sale *All gratuities left by the guest will belong to the photographer

This is a new position. Islanders and residents with the right to work need apply.

Applicants are also encouraged to file an application with the Labour Department.

28041

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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NEW GREEK RESTAURANT REQUIRES

CHEF DE PARTIE

• Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes according to their station.

• Assisting the Head Chef to create new dishes for the menu.

• Following, and ensuring the team follows, food hygiene and occupational health and safety measures.

• Taking care with portions and waste to ensure profits remain positive.

• Managing junior cooks, including rostering, time sheeting and giving direction.

• Must have at least 10 years’ experience working in a Greek restaurant • Must be knowledgeable about Greek cuisine • Salary range - $25,000.00 annum plus gratuity

PERSONS WITH ISLANDER STATUS OR RESIDENCE WITH RIGHT TO WORK ARE ENCOURGED TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO REGENT VILLAGE EAST, UNIT A210, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, AND ALSO WITH THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT

This is a new position

LIGHTBOURNE COMPUTER SERVICES LTD.

17 Quartz Rd., Millennium Highway, Providenciales 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: 649-232-3544

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28075

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LATARAKA FORBES

28031

LASER CUT CONSTRUCTION

CRANDEL LIGHTBOURNE

D&M CONSULTANT AGENCY

LABOURER

JANITOR

20 CHANDELLE DR., VENETIAN ROAD 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. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.25 hourly

Duties: His job is to clean the offices every day, keep all files neat and clean. Clean windows and chairs.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-1056

CONTACT: (649)333 1674 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. A RENEWAL WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION. 28073

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

28056

KENNETH HALL

BirdRock, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

#13 Brian Cox, Kew Town Is seeking a

Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

DRYWALL

DOMESTIC WORKER

• To take care of a very active toddler and at times 2 teenagers.

• To work 6 days a week including holidays and weekends.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-245-9931

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. For the application of a New Work Permit.

28078

Responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster.

Smooths out imperfections with trowels and shackle.

Applies coats of compound after panels are mounted to walls or ceiling. Salary: $9.00 hourly

CONTACT: 345-7823

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

28053

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DEATH NOTICE Mr. Robert Oliver Johnson

Mr. Johnson was employed with The Butterfield Gold Group Of Companies for twelve (12) years, and was a valued member of our “company family”.

He will be greatly missed.

Along with his wife, family and friends, we will continue to celebrate his life and the indelible mark he left on all who came into contact with him.

May his soul rest in peace.

Revelations 14v13 NLT “…Blessed are those who die in the Lord… Yes, says the Spirit, they are blessed indeed, for they will rest from their hard work, for their good deeds follow them!”

INTERMENT WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT A LATER DATE.

KELSEN BRISCO

6A LANTERN WAY, SNAKE HILLS, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

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

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: 341-0451

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28085

MAMA VARIETY STORE

#366 Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

CONTACT: 343-0353

CONTACT: 333-6575

28047

MARGARET FORBES LONG BAY 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: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 241-1368

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

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

MELISSA WENDY JOSEPH

MYRANIE VARIETY STORE FIVE CAYS

28058

The Butterfield Gold Group Of Companies wishes to inform the public of the passing of Mr. Robert Oliver Johnson on Wednesday, November 24, 2021.

BACK SALINA, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ:

FIVE CAYS, PROVO Is seeking to employ a

CAREGIVER

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: $6.50 Hourly CONTACT: 348-6374

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

28052

28063

GRANNY HILL, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

1 CASHIER

• Applicant must be honest, reliable and hard working.

• Collection of all money and pricing of goods.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 341-2178 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28062

DEVON PAUL FULFORD

Airport Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 241-4030 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28049

JOANEL TAILOR SHOP

The Bight, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

TAILOR

Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations. Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines.

Measure parts such as sleeves, and mark or pinfold alteration lines. Salary: $7.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 347-3638

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

28051

MARY MAUREEN WILLIAMS

Lighthouse Rd, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning/sweeping, dusting, mopping (general household chores) etc. Hours are flexible

CONTACT: 232-1686 WAGES: $6.50 PER HOUR BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT 27534

PLUSH

#7 IBO PLAZA, BEHIND BALLPARK, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

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.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly CONTACT: 347-6615

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28086

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DOCUWIN

DJIMY ANTENOR #41 LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER Light housekeeping.

Yard work. Run errands. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 343-2261

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

28045

acting on behalf of

CAICEDO CLEANERS

of South Dock Rd is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

• Performed a variety of interior and exterior duties on a contractual basis for clients.

• must be able to work weekends and holidays Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly Contact: 649-332-4404

SPRINKLER DRIP IRRIGATION

of Five Cays Rd is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER

• To repair broken pipes and drains • To install pipework Basic salary: $7.50 hourly Contact: 341-3168

SNR RESTAURANT & CAFETERIA

of Five Cays Rd is seeking to employ

2 COOKS

• cook food to order following a specific menu • must be willing to work weekends & holidays Basic salary: $360.00 weekly Contact: 346-4624

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD.

28037

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ELITE GAMING

ENGINETECH AUTO MARINE

COOK

4 MECHANICS

#6 Old Airport Road, Providenciales IS LOOKING 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 CONTACT: 649-331-0302 EMAIL: ELITETCI@GMAIL.COM

Belongers are to send a copy of their Resume the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

28081

JA’SAMS CONSTRUCTION/SAMY PIERRE-LOUIS #6 Across the dump, Wheeland

2 CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

- $7.00-$9.00 hourly Clean worksites and other work needed.

DOMESTIC WORKER

H2O MANAGEMENT LTD. Is interviewing for

HOTEL MANAGER We are seeking a friendly, professional and customer-focused Hotel Manager to oversee our hotel operations. Our successful applicant must demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities with great attention to details.

• The successful applicant should have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in senior hospitality management • Formally educated with a University/College diploma in Tourism or Hospitality • Must be fluent in English, Spanish and French • Must have strong computer skills • Experience in guest services, maintenance, housekeeping, purchasing, logistics, sales/marketing • Strong computer skills • Professional customer service skills • Must be willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays • Must be willing to work on property during hurricane threats • Must be willing to travel to trade shows and visit Tour Operators and have experience dealing them these business partners.

• Have restaurant management experience DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: • Directing the day-to-day operations of the hotel • Create and apply marketing strategy to promote the hotel’s service and amenities • Oversee personnel including receptionist, kitchen staff, and office employees • Monitor employee performance and conduct regular evaluations to help improve customer service • Resolves issues regarding hotel services, amenities, and policies • Partake in financial activities including establishing room rates, setting budgets and assigning funds to departments • Coordinate with external parties including suppliers, travel agencies etc.

Starting salary $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per annum.

Interested Belongers should send cover letter, resume with qualifications to: ayertime@yahoo.com Position also open to Qualified NON Belongers Closing date, Sunday December 26th, 2021

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- $7.00-$8.00 hourly Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

CONTACT: 341-8332

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

28048

MAXFRED WILLIAMS

CARETAKER

help by a work permit holder • Taking care of elderly parents • Little cleaning : sweeping , mopping , dusting • Rate $300 weekly

CONTACT 231-0052, HALFWAY CLOSE, BLUE MOUNTAIN PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS AND PLEASE DROP OFF RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION

28046

S&B CONSTRUCTION

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

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

Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 649-231-6432 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 28050

Unit #1 Club Sodiax Bldg., Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

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: $400 weekly

CONTACT: 333-0606

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

28066

FROGGIES

ESTEL PLUMBING LTD.

The Bight, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER Installs pipes and

fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc. Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-1087

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28060

FROGGIE’S ON THE BEACH

#6 FRONT ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Wheeland, Providenciales (TCI) Tel: 1 (649) 432 0595 is seeking employment for the following:

KITCHEN HELPER

(1) BAR MAID

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0595

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28067

PROVO GAS

INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, PROVIDENCIALES is seeking for a

MECHANIC Candidate must have ASME operations experience and be efficient in maintaining a fleet of Diesel and Propane Trucks. Salary is $7.00 per hour.

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. INTERESTED TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDER APPLICANTS MUST SEND THEIR CV/ DOCUMENTS TO PROVOGAS@GMAIL. COM OR CONTACT (649) 212-3131 FOR DETAILS 28044

Mixing and serving drinks. Hours of work are 10:00am to 12:00pm, Monday-Saturday.

Salaries are $6.50 per hours.

A work permit holder holds positions and belongers are encourage to apply.

Interested candidate may contact the employer or submit their resume to the Labour Department on Airport Road, Providenciales (TCI) regarding employment.

28065

PROVO SEAFOOD LTD.

Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

3 FISHERMAN Uses equipment like nets, fishing rods, and traps, to catch fish and other marine life. Salary: Based on Catch

CONTACT: 649-231-0293

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

28079

SJ’S CURRY CLUB REQUIRES A

KITCHEN HELPER • The successful candidate must be familiar with Indian cuisine and preparation.

• Maintain cleanliness of cooking and surrounding areas; • Work independently in prepping meat and

vegetables; • Assist with serving guests with takeout service; • Knowledge of cleaning and maintaining a Tandoor Oven; • Salary scale between $1,200.00-$1,400.00 per month.

ONLY BELONGERS, NATURALIZED, AND PRC HOLDERS WITH RIGHT TO WORK WILL BE CONSIDERED. APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO SURESH JAGANATHAN, 12 CHANDELLE DRIVE, OFF VENETIAN ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, CONTACT – 649-232-7289, EMAIL – SJCURRYCLUB@GMAIL. COM, AND COPY TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. 28083

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TCI TECHNICAL CENTER

DIESEL MECHANIC

AC SPECIALIST

Breeze Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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: $10.00 Hourly

PROVO STEVEDORING LTD. is seeking to employ an

OPERATIONS MANAGER OVERVIEW:

The Port Operations Manager is responsible for the smooth transition of that cargo, so that it reaches its destination on time. To perform this role, the Port Operations Manager will need to be in close contact with a range of industry groups, such as customs and quarantine, stevedores and shipping lines.

Responsible for the daily operational oversight including vessel planning, equipment control and maintenance operations in the Ports of Providenciales and Grand Turk. This position is a vital role in supporting the General Manager by having direct involvement with managing the workforce, work practices, and administering disciplinary actions. This individual must have the ability to develop relationships, analyze information, resolve discrepancies, delegate, and follow up, and have financial savvy to control costs.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AND TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Manage daily terminal operations.

• Accountable for efficient yard operations and equipment control.

• Lead operational reviews and determine steps for improved communication, processes, and procedures.

• Coach and mentor management team and assist with development of skills and behaviors, including feedback on performance.

• Manage all areas of cargo flow and vessel operations to achieve on time departures, profit and loss responsibility, and customer service.

• Assist General Manager and Accounting Manager with forecasting and budgeting processes.

• Coordinate and communicate with internal and external customers, provide logistics support, evaluate opportunities, and make business recommendations.

• Must be able to work flexible hours: nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

COMPETENCIES:

• Effective Communications – Excellent written and verbal communication skills that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different workgroups. Responds effectively to the reactions and positions of others.

• Directs Work – Demonstrates leadership capabilities by stepping up and tackling tough assignments and provides direct and actionable feedback.

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Installation of Ductless A/C Systems, Central A/C Systems, Fabrication of Air Condition duct, trouble shooting. Salary: $432.00 Weekly

CONTACT: 242-1076

CONTACT: 1-649-343-2348

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28084

• Collaboration – Maintains positive work relationships by collaborating and building a team. Must be able to partner with others to get work accomplished and have the ability to gain trust and support from multiple union groups.

• Decision-Making – Makes quick decisions in time-sensitive situations. Must be able to consider all relevant factors and use appropriate decision-making criteria and principles.

• Situational Adaptability – Must be adaptable and be able to revise plans to account for changing circumstances. Ability to manage the demands of different situations.

• Accountability – Establish clear responsibilities and processes for monitoring work and measuring results. Takes personal responsibility for decisions, actions, and failures.

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

28068

TCI BLUE

36 Tropical Avenue, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI Is seeking to employ a

GENTLE ORGANIZER Seeking vibrant, professional males or females interested in starting a career in hospitality. Must have an excellent command of English, written and spoken, a second language is a plus. Have at least an Associate Degree in Tourism/Hospitality or comparable. Must have over 5 years work experience in hospitality, concierge or similar.

• Must have an excellent knowledge of the TCI. • Ability to work on weekends, holidays and on call 24/7.

• Must have own or access to reliable vehicle.

• Must be able to climb stairs and must be able to lift 30 lbs.

Salary: $7.00 Hourly

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Ten (10) or more years’ experience in transportation and vessel terminal operations, including supervisory experience • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in transportation logistics and Port operations • Clean police record • Valid driver’s license • Strong managerial background with decisionmaking and team-building skills • Ability to prioritize and coordinate people, equipment, and customer requirements • Previous vessel experience (i.e., stowing and stevedoring) is a must.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and have the ability to learn new systems • Knowledge and proficiency in UNITRACK software will be a plus.

• Knowledge of Heavy Equipment (Boom Hoist Cranes, Top Picks, Reach stackers) electronics, maintenance and repairs will be a plus.

Contact: 331-3670/info@tciblue.com Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board

28055

APPLICATION FOR LIQUOR LICENCE For

LITTLE HAVANA RESTAURANT AND CAFÉ (BL# 17916)

Located at Bobby Fulford’s Restaurant, Dunscombe Alley, Overback Grand Turk

28032

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: • Ability to sit in front of a computer for at least two hours at a time • Ability to lift 50 lbs. on occasion • Ability to stand, bend, walk, kneel, reach, push pull, talk, and hear • Work in all types of weather conditions and perform work outside as needed

BLS MULTISERVICES AGENCY Acting on behalf of

TATIANA FORBES

Residence, Five Cays. Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

COMPENSATION

• Salary and Benefits Negotiable.

• Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO MAIN OFFICE AT

CONTACT: 345-5113

Provo Stevedoring Limited, South Dock Port, Providenciales TCI. EMAIL: mwtenn@provostevedoring.com | TEL: (649) 941-8975 28042

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

28100

December 11-17, 2021

TORTILLAS

TREES R US

#648 MILLENIUM HIGHWAY, Blue Hills, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Lignum Vitae, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

- $6.50 HOURLY Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.

• Preparing the work station for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

• Must be willing to work 7 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-2078

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is for work permit renewal

28080

LAWANDA BASDEN

PROVIDENCIALES, VENETIAN ROAD 344-3198

DOMESTIC WORKER

6 GARDENERS

2 IRRIGATION TECHNICIANS

- $7.50 HOURLY Install and maintain irrigation systems.

CONTACT: 3410690/344-5474

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28057

CHURCH OF GOD ABUNDANT LIFE Up the hill, Kew Town Providenciales, 241-0452

DOMESTIC WORKER

UNIQUE TOUCHES

VIRGINIA CLERVEAUX

LONG BAY HIGHWAY, LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

61 Sisal Street, Long Bay Rd., Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

LABOURER

3 GARDENER

Unique Touches is seeking to employ a Barber. Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair. Trimming beards, or giving shaves.

Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers and other instruments. Salary: $7.50 per hour

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: 232-4462

CONTACT: 649-246-6080 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT 27997

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28061

ARTHUR A. ASHTON

ADIORON ACCEMA

BABYSITTER Care for the children,

DOMESTIC WORKER

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES, Telephone: 331-1111

Five Cays, Providenciales, 343-0636

Clean inside the church, clean bathrooms, replace tissue, wipe furniture and equipment, clean door frames and windows, take out trash, water plants. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

wash their clothing and clean the house, cook for them supervise them until we get home from work. Sweep the house.

Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and replace tissue. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

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

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

NAHOMIE CHARLES

NUMBER 1 KITCHEN GRILL RESTAURANT

MYSTIQUE CAR RENTAL & TOUR

72 OLD AIRPORT ROAD PROVIDENCIALES Telephone: 941-3910

CASHIER

28108

28107

Blue Hills, Providenciales, 347-2114

DOMESTIC WORKER

Greeting customer when entering or leaving. Deal with customer enquires about availabilities and cost of vehicles. Taking booking and explaining the term of rental or leasing agreement.

Completing paperwork with the customer.

SALARY: 7.50 per hour

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

RENEWAL, THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 28105

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

28109

# 4 Dock yard, Kew Town 241-7032

COOK Prepare Haitian and Caribbean food, breakfast, lunch & fried meat at night. Salary starts at $8.00 per hour.

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and Maintain premises by raking And cleaning yard disposing of Refuse, cleaning windows and doors. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 247-7809

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

28119

M AND L RETAIL STORE

#642 Bible Street, Blue Hills Is seeking

CUSTOMER SERVICE ATTENDANT

- $6.25 HOURLY Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, cleaning etc.

CONTACT: 244-2327

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds these positions 28098

CLEANER

RECEIVING CLERK

- $10 HOURLY Receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers.

STORE ATTENDANT

- $6.25 HOURLY Clean the store, stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store

CONTACT: 649-2427796/346-2674

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

- $10.00 Hourly Landscaping, cutting and trimming of trees and decorating.

DOMESTIC WORKER

- $6.25 HOURLY Sweeping, mopping, bathrooms,laundry and housework.

clean other

CONTACT: 649-343-1420 BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD 28122

HAIRBRAIDING BEACH M.P #1030 THE BIGHT, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER

• Braiding clients’ hair in different styles.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $7.00 hourly

CONTACT: 345-7087 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

28096

Windsor Place #895, Leeward Highway

2 TIRE REPAIRMAN

Balance tires for all vehicles, order tires for all vehicles in the fleet, order patches and plugs for tires. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-5420

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

28101

FIRST CHOICE AUTO SALES 642 Bible Street, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

2 CAR WASH ATTENDANTS

- $10 HOURLY Wash inside and outside of vehicles.

2 AUTO BODY TECHNICIANS

- $6.25 HOURLY Examine vehicle damages, Remove damaged parts, and Remove vehicle trim, Bolt/Weld replacements parts in position, File, grind, sand and paint repaired surfaces.

CONTACT: 649-346-2674 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

28123

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

RENEWAL APPLICATION, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE. 28106

1267 MARKET PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking a

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 be in charge of office. Salary: $6.50 hourly

LANDSCAPER

DAVIS TIRE SHOP & SERVICES

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

28125

SOUTH DOCK ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

LUX RENT A CAR

- $6.25 Hourly Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.

28110

EASYWAY EMPLOYEMENT SERVICES ACTING ON BEHALF OF

ALL STARS BAR & RESTUARENT

JASMINE ASTWOOD

BRUTUS LANDSCAPING

FIVE CAYS, SCHOOL ROAD UNIT #10 Is seeking to employ a

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

28091

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Downton next to Sweet’s 344-0775

COOK

$500 weekly setting workstation, preparing ingredients, prepare food for the restaurant, prepare menu for private function and preparing food for private function.

RENALD JULIEN

Cox Drive Kew Town #80 345-0592

BABYSITTER

300 weekly Caring for one-yearold, feed her, bath & dress her, and changer diapers.

Wash, iron, cook and clean the house.

DELENO & CONSTENTINA CATER

Cox Drive, Kew Town # 42 347-9689

BABYSITTER 300 weekly

caring for our son, prepare meals, feeding child, get him ready for school, monitor him, daily chores, cooking, and cleaning the house.

CARS SOLUTION South Dock #46 Tel: 343-2775

WELDER

$400 weekly Fabricate and assemble metal structures and equipment using welders, cutters, and shapers and measuring tools.

BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY TO LABOR BOARD. THESE POSITION ARE NEW OR HELD BY WORK PERMIT HIOLDER

28113

40 CLASSIFIEDS MELOU SHOP

38 Granny Hill, Five Cays, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is seeking to employ a

RECEIVING CLERK Managing paperwork when container shipment arrives, unload containers, ensures that all damaged goods are reported, keep records and help with inventory control, assist with sales in store, assist customers with loading goods onto vehicles.

Salary: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 649-2419189/243-9326

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28121

SUNRISE CAFÉ

NADEJE NOEL

SEABREEZE VILLA LTD. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION)

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATOR

LABOURER

COMPANIES ORDINANCE 2017 Section 237 Notice is hereby given that William Steven Ross of M&S Trust Company Limited, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI was appointed as the voluntary liquidator of SEABREEZE VILLA Ltd. (solvent liquidation) on the 26th day of November, 2021.

All enquiries should be directed to the voluntary liquidator’s attorney Miller Simons O’Sullivan, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands for the attention of Jonathan Katan QC – JK@mslaw.tc

28089

S&G CONTRACTING CO.

SHANTA LEWIS

RESIDENCE, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

11 Mark Close, Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

2 WAITRESS

1 CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

CARETAKER

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons.

Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-9892

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

28126

SUNSET BAR #2

Aviation Drive, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DJ

• Connect with listeners at bar.

• Review the weekly and daily playlist.

• Taking music requests and engaging with listeners.

REQUIREMENTS • Previous experience as a dj.

• Knowledge of modern music trends.

• Good presenting skills Salary: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-6318

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

28093

- $7 HOURLY Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site.

1 PAINTER

- $8 HOURLY Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls.

CONTACT: 331-0792

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

Work permit renewals28092

SUNSET FLOATING BAR

Sapodilla Bay, South Dock Is seeking to employ a

2 SUPERVISORS Supervising staff, training, setting up schedules and managing workplace. Salary: $8.50 Hourly.

CONTACT: 243-2163

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28094

WARD’S CONSULTANCY COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION,

Laundry attendant $7.50 p/h Maintaining laundry facilities.

CONSTRUCTION LABOUR

WOOD CONTRACTUAL SERVICES

$9.00 p/h Operate a variety of hand and power tools.

VILLA DEL MAR

Bonaventure Cres, Grace Bay Tel; 649-941-5160

GARDERING SUPERVISOR $8.50 P/h Professionally execute all relating to ground.

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: 344-5106

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28117

1075A Leeward Highway

TECHNICIAN

$16.50 p/h repair and maintain hardware and software systems.

Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board. These position is currently held by work permit holder.

28111

NATASHA’S CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of

CNS CONSTRUCTION

MASON

DOMESTIC WORKER

Blue Hills. 231-2363

- $10.00 HOURLY Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones; repairs steps and plasters.

LABOURER

- $7.00 HOURLY Cleaning outside the property, pick up yard waste, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 28116

PASTOR

LABOURER

CONTACT: 244-2327

CONTACT: 1-649-231-0423

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

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. Work permit holders currently holds these positions

THE LUX CAR WASH

VACANCIES

CONTACT: 244-2327

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

28099

28097

Acting on behalf of

MARIE GARDINER AVENA

DOMESTIC WORKER

$6.50 Hourly Duties general house cleaning.

Millennium States #128 Tel: 649-246-5315

ERB CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

• $6.50 Per Hour • Monday – Saturday • Cleaning (interior and exterior) • landscaping • maintenance of property • Other duties as assigned

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 28095

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: 231-4279

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

28120

VENEL & WILLIAMS VARIETY STORE

GODGEOUS WORKS

RECEIVING CLERK

MAINTENANCE MAN

WHEELAND, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a - $10 HOURLY 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.

CLEANER

SOUTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Duties: To fix, maintain Building problems and yard Maintenance as necessary. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

$6.50-$10 Hourly Assist Mason, Carpenter Lift heavy things, etc.

4B North Side Tel: 649-331-1067

- $6.25 HOURLY Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

ONLY BELONGER APPLY NEW WORK PERMIT/RENEWAL WORK PERMIT

CONTACT: 341-3965/331-8927 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Employment Services Office. This is a first Time work Permit application.

TASTY CAFE

WGS CONSTRUCTION

28115

3 La Petite Place, 299 Grace Bay Road, Grace Bay IS SEEKING THE FOLLOWING:

LABOURER

RJ’S SHOP AND SAVE

CASHIER

CONTACT: 231-7455

To wash, scrub and polish the interiors and exteriors of car suv’s and buses.

Task; vacuum, clean and maintain vehicles. Salary: $6.50 hourly

28118

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Preparing sermons, officiate at special occasions, and church administration duties.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CAR WASH ATTENDANT

CONTACT: 242-6981

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

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Salary: $6.50 hourly

1267 MARKET PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY 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

ROCK OF JESUS MINISTRY

Duties: To take care of a one-year-old.

Polishing, mopping and other household chores. Salary: $6.50 per hour

28114

NIXON DICKENSON

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

RONALD STORE

1267 MARKET PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking a

IGNITE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT

#53, P. O. Box 68, Blue Mountain

December 11-17, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

LIVE-IN HOME HELPER

• Monthly Salary $1200.00 • Computer literate • Valid Driver’s license • Middle age / mature • Preparation of meals • Housekeeping • Run errands • Experience in Child Supervision • Other duties as assigned

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD Interested applicants should apply at: property-management@ignite.tc or call 649-232-2159 28102

28124

NORTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Duties: Prepare menus for Daily meals, preparing Ingredients and cooking Meals.

SALARY $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 331-0375

Belongers are asked to submit a copy of their resume to the Employment Services Office.

This position is currently held by work permit holder.

28135

CONTACT: 346-0705

28134

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CONSTRUCTION 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: 341-6578

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder.

28136

December 11-17, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

O P E N DATE OPEN: December 13th, 2021

KITCHEN HELPER

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Perform combination of duties to maintain kitchen work areas, restaurant equipment, utensils clean and in an orderly condition.

• Wash worktables, walls, refrigerators, mop, sweep floors, and meat blocks.

• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables and cutting meat etc.)

• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.

• Proven experience as kitchen helper.

• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware.

• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)

• Very good communication skills.

• Work cohesively with head chef and sous chefs.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker.

Qualified Islanders can email their resume to turcrehu02@clubmed.com; however candidates must submit a copy of their resume to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.63 per hour.

DATE OPEN: December 13th, 2021

DOMESTIC WORKER

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Perform combination of duties to maintain kitchen work areas, restaurant equipment, utensils clean and in an orderly condition.

• Wash worktables, walls, refrigerators, mop, sweep floors, and meat blocks.

• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables and cutting meat etc.)

• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.

• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake ware.

• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)

• Very good communication skills.

• Work cohesively with head chef and sous chefs.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker.

Qualified Islanders can email their resume to turcrehu02@clubmed.com; however candidates must submit a copy of their resume to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board

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CLUB MED TURKOISE

J O B

P O S I T I O N

Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.63 per hour.

DATE OPEN: December 13th, 2021

WAITRESS

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Clean and tidy all areas to the standard cleanliness within time limits.

• Frequent bending, pushing, pulling and kneeling.

• Re-set dinner rooms tables and terraces.

• Clean dining rooms tables and terraces.

• Clean windows, sweep floors, mop floors and polish furniture fixtures in and outside restaurant.

• Remove dinner wares, pushcart and lift trays from dining rooms.

• Work cohesively with restaurant waiters, waitresses and supervisors.

• Work with minimum supervision and remain motivated.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker.

Qualified Islanders can email their resume to turcrehu02@clubmed.com; however candidates must submit a copy of their resume to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.63 per hour.

DATE OPEN: December 13th, 2021

DOMESTIC WORKERS

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Making sure all rooms are clean and in top condition for new arrivals and existing guests.

• Ensure lobbies, lounges, common areas, restrooms, corridors, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.

• Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.

• Work quickly and efficiently so guests aren’t left hanging around.

• Liaise with the head housekeeper and supervisor when rooms are ready for guests.

• Ensure the equipment’s use, such as shampooers, polishers and trolleys, is in good working condition.

• Being able to use the equipment safely and efficiently.

• Ability to bent, lift and walk upstairs.

• Report on any shortages, damages or security issues.

• Handle reasonable guest’s complaints/requests and inform head of department.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker.

Qualified Islanders can email their resume to turcrehu02@clubmed.com; however candidates must submit a copy of their resume to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.63 per hour.

DATE OPEN: December 13th, 2021

LABOURERS

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.

• Gather and empty trash, service, clean, and supply restrooms • Maintain Controlling stocks for daily use in the department (cleaning products, mop heads, etc.).

• Working within the constraints of Health and Safety and adhere to any Health and Safety policies.

• Perform nightly deep cleaning of common areas of resort; work overnight and split shifts.

• Participate in dishwashing, garbage removal, silver polishing, pot washing or any other areas as necessary in accordance with department needs.

• Ensure water temperature, and chemical level/ proper uses of chemicals are appropriate for cleaning. Ability to work overnight shifts and splits.

• Collect towels from around beach and pool.

• Ability to multitask, responsible, organize, basic repairs and basic culinary skills.

• Ability to bent, stand for long hours and knowledge of cleaning equipment’s and machines.

• Ability to walk up and down stairs, bent, physical strength, stamina and lifts 50lbs.

• Ability to comprehend and communicate in fluent English.

• Excellent communication skills through effectively communicating with guests and management.

This position is currently held by an expatriate worker.

Qualified Islanders can email their resume to turcrehu02@clubmed.com; however candidates must submit a copy of their resume to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.63 per hour

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE THE ABILITY TO BE ON TIME AND PRESENT FOR ALL SCHEDULED SHIFTS, SPLIT SHIFTS, OVERNIGHT SHIFTS AND INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS.

28088

42 CLASSIFIEDS SAVED BY GRACE VARIETY STORE

GARDENERS/ LABOURERS NEEDED

Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER/ DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties include regular housekeeping chores such as cleaning, mopping, sweeping and any other chores as needed. SALARY $6.25 Per Hour

CONTACT: 2413896

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

FISHERMAN’S PARADISE

Interested applicants including Islanders/Belongers can send applications to Services by EA by e-mail to yvonne@eagrouptci.com. Successful applicants 28007

CHARITE ROMILUS Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID LABOURER

CONTACT: 246-7943

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28028

CONTACT: 244-6653

CONTACT: 347-1700

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

28029

BELIEVE CONSTRUCTION Kew Town

LABOURER X 1

CONTACT: 231-7369

Grace Bay

FIRST SOURCE EMPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT AGENCY is acting on the behalf of its Client

Salary $6.25 per hr. Cleaning up worksites from debris, polishing equipment, and assist with general cleaning chores. Must be willing to work 6 days a week, weekends and holidays.

SEASCAPE HOTEL

MAINTENANCE MAN

Salary $8.25 per hr 8 hours per day, 6 days

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY

-246-7382 Whitby, North Caicos Acting on behalf

2 UPHOLSTERERS

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

28043

CONTACT: 347-1700

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 27961

per week, weekends and holidays Duties include: Basic tasks including repainting and filling crevices, clean facilities and oversee general maintenance repairs.

ANGE AND A

Grace Bay CHEF X 2 Salary $8.50 per hr 8 hrs per day 6 days per week, weekends and holidays. Duties include: Cook and present delicious meals, monitor equipoment quality and order new ones as required.

BLUE DIAMOND BAR #4A Windsor Plaza, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, TCI

BAR MAID

JUDITH SWANN

(Renewal) Rate: $1,200.00 Description: Assisting with medication and bath, House cleaning, Cooking

CONTACT: ORLANDO JOSEROD RIGUEZALVAREZ@GMAIL.COM / 649-3468381

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

27972

Central Square, Whitby North Caicos

Main Duties: making and repairing furniture.

Wage: $8.00 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER

EMAIL RESUMES TO CARE@TCIWAY.TC OR CALL 347-347-3465.

DEADLINE TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS IS DECEMBER DECMBER 7TH 2021

PROFESSIONAL UPHOLSTERY

Bible Street, Blue Hills who is seeking to employ

FIVE CAYS, NEW SUBDIVISION #15 Is seeking to employ a

On behalf of clients seeks to employ the following:

Duties: To clean and maintain premises, Remove all trash and debris to the dump, and any Other chores as assigned. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

28030

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27990

VENEL & WILLIAMS VARIETY STORE

WE CARE IMMIGRATION AGENCY

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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

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.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly

YGERNE WILSON

LABOURER

WHEELAND, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Duties: To clean and maintain premises Remove all trash and debris to the dump, and any Other chores as assigned. SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

- 6.25 HOURLY NEW POSITION • Serve patrons of the bar • Assist in re-stocking supplies • Keeping a record of sales drinks to patrons • General upkeep of the bar • Keeping a tidy work environment

LIVE IN CAREGIVER

AGNES SWANN

Central Square, Whitby North Caicos

DOMESTIC WORKER

(Renewal) Rate: 6.50 hr Description: Cleaning house, washing clothes

Belongers are encourage to apply to the Labour Board

28034

Duties: To take client orders, Mix and Serve drinks. Keep counter areas clean. Must be willing to work Irregular, long and late hours.

Salary: $8.00 per hour

VENEL & WILLIAMS VARIETY STORE

CONTACT PERSON: ROSCOE TALBOT CONTACT NUMBER: 6493320995 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 28035

SID ROBINSON

112 LEEWARD PALMS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a

LABOURER

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

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $275.00 weekly

Applicants must be able to work outdoors performing manual and physical labor. They must be able to operate a jackhammer, lawn mower and chainsaw. They will be asked to dig holes, mix and spread topsoil/cow manure and plant. They must be able to speak and communicate in English. Starting salary is $ 6.50 / hr and may be required on weekends and holidays if needed.

27859

Moore’s Alley, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

December 11-17, 2021

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CONTACT: 231-2621 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

A work permit holder currently holds this position 27978

URBAN CONSTRUCTION PALMS WELL DRIVE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

JANITOR

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

Salary: $9.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 231-0018

VENETIAN ROAD 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: 231-7210

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

28004

TRIANGLE CONSTRUCTION Maryjane Lane, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Salary: $500.00 Weekly

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 27755

WISH AUTO RENTAL

ALL SERVICES TCI

28002

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

AUTO MECHANIC

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: $10.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 346-0002

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

27962

CARLISLE SUPPLIES LTD 1002 Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email – pierre@carlislesupplies.com

LABOURER

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: • Off load cargo from container • Receiving merchandise • Stocking and re stocking shelves • Loading merchandise onto customers’ vehicles

SMITH MELBA KOONEE

• Pick orders • Keep the store, warehouse and surroundings clean • Know how to drive a forklift • Must be able to read and understand English • Salary: $10 per hour

Islanders and residents with right to work are encouraged to make an application with a copy to the Labour Department.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 28039

CONTACT: 342-5965

ACT ON BEHALF OF

MAF CLEAR SHORE FARMS

NEED 8 FARMERS

Salary $6.75 First time • Shifts (3 shifts)5am-12pm and 12pm-9pm and 9pm-5am • Must be willing to spend nights on the farm.

Contact 6493466466

4K'S STRAW AND SOUVENIR $7.00 an hour

LABOURER 2

Lift products, tables, set up and set down. Oversee tables.

New work permit 7am-5pm

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY

28033

BERTHALEE BELLE 467B Long Bay Road Providenciales. Requires a

DOMESTIC WORKER

To wash, cook, clean, dust, iron, mop, sweep and look after a household generally.

Must be flexible with time and be available on some weekends and holidays on occasion.

Islanders and residents with right to work need apply. Salary at $800.00 pcm.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD ALSO APPLY WITH THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER HOLDS THIS POSITION. 28036

December 11-17, 2021

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SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES NEEDED URGENTLY

FOUR (4) CLEANERS/CAR WASHERS DUTIES: Washing and detailing automobiles Wages: On a commission basis QUALIFICATIONS: Honest, hardworking,

highway motivated, friendly.

Must be able to work under minimum supervision and flexible hours.

Ability to safely operate motor vehicle.

Experience is essential.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS MAY 7TH, 2021 WORK PERMIT HOLDERS HOLD THESE POSITIONS Applicants who are Turks & Caicos Islanders should also send copies of their application to the immigration board or use directly:

SPARKLE CLEANING SERVICES SUITE 5, SOUTHSIDE PLAZA, FIVE CAYS ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES TEL: 649-241-0237. EMAIL: CARWASHGUY@HOTMAIL.COM

TIGER SCHOOL SHOTOKAN KARATE WRIGHT FULLY FIT, SALT MILLS, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

TEACHER

Teaches karate and Martial Arts.

Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 342-5250

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 27757

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THE WENERIS JEWELRY REPAIR

Unit #3 behind the Ball Park, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

JEWELRY REPAIR HELPER

• Make sure to repair any jewelry on a high level of attention and detail.

• To work 9 to 5, 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-8025

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

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2 JOURNEYMAN

- $10.00 Hourly Must have various skills.

JEAN ESTIMOND

MAINTENANCE WORKER

- $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, flooring repair, electrical.

ROBERT NIXSON CLOTHING BOUTIQUE

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: 232-2084

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

27968

TC TRIPLE POWER CMR CLOSE TO AFRICAN SHOP, 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: $1500.00 Monthly

CONTACT: 347-6850

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 27992

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills, 649-3312251. Acting on behalf of DINO ADDERLEY

MAINTENANCE WORKER

- $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, flooring repair, electrical.

NATACHA ETIENNE

Maintenance Worker - $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

THE LUX CAR WASH

Maintenance Worker - $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

D&B TILE

MAINTENANCE WORKER

- $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, flooring repair, electrical.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 27989

DOROTHEA MALCOLM

Tile Setter - $10.00 Hourly Cutting tiles, applying mortar on tile, tile alignment.

AMILA COX

Maintenance Worker - $10.00 Hourly Maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines.

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board 28019

STANLEY MARCUS LIGHTBOURNE

295 Palm Circle E, Leeward, Providenciales is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER • maintaining dwelling home in a clean and neat condition at all times e.g. sweeping, mopping, dusting and washing and other related chores • must be willing to work 5 days per week Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 247-1554

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board (this position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder)

SOUTH DOCK RD. Is seeking to employ a

T&C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

T&C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

Wilson Circle, Blue Hills, 649-331-2251. Acting on behalf of BRUTUS GARDINER

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27996

Stingray Street, Glass Shack Is seeking to employ a

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS

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: 232-2267

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27553

WINDSONG RESORT, LOCATED ON STUBBS ROAD, GRACE BAY WOULD LIKE TO FILL THE BELOW POSITIONS:

WAITER*

JOB SUMMARY: Provide elite dining service to in-house and visiting guests to include but not limited to welcoming and escorting guests; food & beverage menu presentation and order taking; table service and maintenance with grace and finesse; and foster memorable dining experiences. Work as beach waiter as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • A minimum of 4 years working experience at a reputable full-service restaurant • Proven track record of the ability to work alone and handle a fast-paced environment.

• Professional certifications will constitute an advantage. Salary range - $7.00 per hour.

This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder

GARDENER*

GENERAL JOB DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO: • Apply fertilizer and mow and trim all lawns as per established scheduled.

• Cleaning and maintain tools and equipment • Digging, planting, and weeding flower beds and borders • Monitor and clean irrigation systems and adjust times, coverage and settings as needed • Assist with beach cleaning as needed • Assist with the maintenance of swimming pool and spa as directed.

• Salary $8.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Minimum of 5 years in the specialized field • Ability to read and write English is a must • Ability to lift to 65 pounds. Knowledge and experience in pool cleaning is a must.

This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder

GENERAL HELPER*

GENERAL JOB DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO: In addition to performing the role of a housemen, when needed as a General Helper you will be responsible for deep cleaning around the resort: including storage areas, garbage housing, public walkway, pool decks and other surfaces.

Clearing floors and housekeeping closets, cleaning carpets. Deep cleaning kitchen and other areas as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum of 4 years in similar role. Ability to lift to 65 pounds • Reading and writing English is a must. Must be flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays • Salary starting at 7.00 commensurate with experience This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder

OTHER AVAILABLE JOB POSITIONS: Housekeeper / Turndown Service Attendants and Domestic Worker JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the specialized field.

• Excellent written and communication skills. Reading and writing English is a must with the ability to complete Housekeeping Daily Worksheets. Candidates must be flexible to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Ability to lift to 55 pounds.

• Salary $6.25 per hour.

Prospective applicants who are Belongers are asked to send copies of your applications to the Labor Board. *Some positions are currently being held by Work Permit Holders. Only qualified Belongers should apply. Salary commensurate with experience.

Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Email resume and cover letter to admin@windsongresort.com

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS NADEIGE JOSEPH Northside, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Office Manager REQUIREMENTS · Previous experience an office manager in the construction industry is a plus. · A great understanding of Bucks infrastructure and functionality, eg. COINS, SAAX, AURORA etc. · Logical and well organized with the ability to priorities. · Excellent communication skills. · Ability to manage larger projects · Commercial awareness. · Some IR & HR knowledge is necessary. · Knowledge of the industry · Efficient in Microsoft and Excel programs. · Knowledge in the construction industry. · Strong leadership and management skills. · Clear and concise written and oral communication skills. · Strong understanding of the budget process. · Experience negotiating, supervising, training, and mentoring. · Able and willing to work extended hours and days.

DUTIES • Manage office staff and general administrative functions.

• Weekly staff register returns.

• Requisition materials/catalogues order.

• Process goods received notes.

• Off hiring plant/false work in conjunction with Construction Manager/Project Engineer.

• Production of weekly timesheets and related forms. Monitoring of accruals.

• Reconciliation of SPHC invoices.

• Prepare monthly stock report including staff.

• Monthly site statistic report.

• Liaise with management as all level and updating them frequently.

• Assist with staff development and training.

• Effective communication of technical issues and other functions/support services within the team. · Effective deployment, monitoring, supervision, and guidance to staff. · Starting salary $35-45k per annum.

Project Engineer REQUIREMENTS · 5-7 years’ experience in related position within the construction industry. · Strong leadership and management skills. · Clear and concise written and oral communication skills. · Able to read and understand blueprint and drawings. · Demonstrate knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles. · Demonstrate excellent knowledge in construction budget schedule, negotiation, and cost control. · Able and willing to work extended hours and days.

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

DUTIES • The provision of technical engineering advice, which may include input at some or all the following • phases of projects or schemes: pre-tender, pre-construction, construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance. · Endure all technical information is available when required for the delivery of design and/or construction. · Early identification and resolution of nonconformance. · Effective communication of technical issues between project management, designers, consultants and other functions/support service within the project team. · Application of engineering principles in the preparation of calculations/drawings/sketches and resolution of engineering challenges within specialists’ area of knowledge. · Implementing engineering systems, documentation, and controls by compliance with Health and Safety Legislation, company and industry standards. · Checking of drawing/specifications. · Technical input when required into services, products and subcontractors. · Effective deployment, monitoring, supervision and guidance to staff. · Proven technical competence of materials and methods. · Effective communication skills both orally and writing. · Competent in use of IT Engineer software packages. · Through understanding/application of H & S legislation. · Responsible for obtaining necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites. · Responsible for drafting and submitting budget based on scope of work and resource requirements. · Manage costs to meet budget. · Provide direction over contracts and subcontracts. · Manage construction schedule and activities. · Issue progress updates as needed regarding costs and timelines. · Ensure work is done in compliance with all relevant building and safety codes. · Select and manage subcontractor and supplier relationships. · Coordinate efforts across entire project between architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors. · Assisting senior management in the execution of all daily operations of construction management. · Assisting in control of materials and labor hours and quality control. · Promoting, execution and issuing of purchasing orders. · Enforcement of company regulations. · Performing other related duties as may be assigned to the employee by senior management from time to time. · Starting salary $45-55k per annum.

Interested applicants should send his/her resume to mdorsett@osprey-construction.com, only experienced or qualified applicants will be contacted. These are new positions and are in Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands. Belongers and Residents with right to work need only apply.

property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-9393

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 27955

MARINO MIESES

GLASS SHACK Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 242-3256

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

27979

NEW STYLE BEAUTY SALON & BOUTIQUE NORWAY, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

2 HAIR DRESSERS

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving. Salary: $8.00 hourly

CONTACT: 331-8154

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 27967

MAX TAILOR SHOP

BACK ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

TAILOR

Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations. Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines. Measure parts such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pinfold alteration lines. Salary: $6.25 Hourly CONTACT: 347-7899 BELONGERS ARE TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION

27883

MUNCHY WAYS CHICKEN

PALM GROVE HOTEL LTD.

2 KITCHEN HELPERS

GARDENER

#39 LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

NEXT TO BEACHES, LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

Soil cultivation, digging, and forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting. Salary: $8.00 Hourly

CONTACT: 343-2261

CONTACT: 232-3082

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 27976

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

MARIE CARMEL VALMIR

PAULA BEAUTY SALON

27 Bible Street, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

Ensure that all surroundings are kept in a clean and orderly condition and other equipment, raking and sweeping of the yard and other areas along with other related chores.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-1208

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

28012

27988

Sam’s Plaza, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

HAIR DRESSER

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-2239

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

27964

December 11-17, 2021

ROSSY BOUTIQUE

PROVO BEVERAGES is looking for

#7 IBO Plaza, Behind Ball Park, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour this position is for work permit renewal email: dave@turksheadbeer. com / 941-3637 • Assisting with brewing and bottling and canning operations • Keeping the facility and equipment clean and

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operational.

Loading Delivery drivers trucks, Unloading containers and stocking warehouse with inventory Cleaning the yard, cleaning machines.

Assist in delivering goods to customers.

Work permit renewal Please email resume to dave@turksheadbeer.com Provo Beverages. Industrial Park, Providenciales, TCI

27977

CHERRY BLOSSOM

STORE CLERK

Selling products and providing customer service. Greet customers and guide them in finding products they want to buy.

Maintain the outlook of a store by cleaning and restocking shelves. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 343-9266

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

28022

#101 Court Suites, Grace Bay. Is seeking

CARPENTER

- $8.00 hourly Follow blueprints. Install structures and fixtures.

Measure, cut, or shape materials.

TILER

- $8.00 hourly Install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, countertops.

PLUMBER

- $8.00 hourly Installs pipes and fixtures. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc.

DOMESTIC WORKER

- $6.25 hourly Cleaning the worksite.

CONTACT: 649-331-5498

Belongers are to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position and one position is first time.

27975

RONOLD ROBINSON DISCOVERY BAY, PROVIDENCIALES 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: $6.50 Hourly.

CONTACT: 231-2121

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 27554

SADRAC MICHEL

Bishop Clarence Williams Building, Aviation Drive, Provo Seeking

6 COSMETOLOGIST Must be certified in all aspects of beauty care, beauty treatment, hair treatment, shampoo and conditioning treatment, weaving, hair stylising, manicure and pedicure, skin care, cosmetics, waxing, sugaring, electrology and salon treatments. Must have excellent customer service skills. Must be willing to work 6 days a week. Salary $6.50 per week.

Belongers are encouraged apply to the Labour Board or contactcb@gmail.com

27969

BACK ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

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: 649-243-4580 OR TRINITYSECRETARIAL@GMAIL.COM

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

27897

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS Local charter company seeking experienced

MARINE MECHANIC AND CAPTAIN • Minimum 15 years experience as marine mechanic • Inboards and outboards • Marine plumbing • AC/DC systems • Marine electronics and electrical systems • Minimum 15 years experience operating marine vessels 50ft and over • TCI and USCG Captain’s Licenses • Must have in depth knowledge of TCI Waters • Deliver a high level of customer service to guests, provide advice and assistance to guests prior to

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION

and following charter and resolve any issues that arise • Manage and complete maintenance schedules for charter fleet, ensure vessels are clean and operational • Schedule and maintain records of all maintenance and service requirements for charter fleet • Management of charter schedule and performance of fleet captains and crew • Captain vessel as required Qualifications and references should accompany CV. Salary up to $48,000 per annum, based on experience and qualification.

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders can submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Department. Position currently held by work permit holder.

Applicants should apply in writing by Dec 16th to: Panoply Sport Fishing & Luxury Charters Morgan House, Sandcastle Rd, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands captain@panoply.tc | 649-432-3566

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An established management company on Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands is looking for a qualified applicant for the following full-time vacant position:

RESORT FINANCIAL CONTROLLER QUALIFICATIONS: • BA/BS accounting/finance; CPA a plus • 6+ years of experience with management responsibilities • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills which will result in the delivery of relevant strategic data to supplement standard financial data as necessary • Ability to communicate concisely and effectively (written and verbal) with all members of the organization and third parities • Ability to identify the strengths and areas of required improvement for all individuals impacting accounting and financial controls and assign responsibilities accordingly • Commitment to training all individuals impacting accounting and financial controls • High level of integrity, respect, and commitment • Strong interpersonal skills Responsibilities: • Management, training, mentoring, and evaluation of resort team as it impacts accounting and financial internal controls (purchasing, cash controls, inventory controls, etc.)

• Design and documentation of all accounting and finance related departmental job responsibilities. Ability to match the right skill set with the right task • Identify trends in resort operations, identifying opportunities and designing alternatives to improve profitability • Design, documentation, and maintenance of resort level internal control and polies and procedures • Design and delivery of relevant financial information as necessary to support all functional departments • Development and monitoring of relevant resort level benchmarks and metrics • Ongoing communication with management and functional departments • Streamline financial reporting processes to allow for monthly close with 15 days • Daily, monthly, and annual reporting presented in a concise accurate format relevant to management and operations • Managing all third party and internal risk management programs • Monitor compliance with local tax filing and other regulatory requirements • Coordination with United States based accounting and finance team SALARY: Starting at $65,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.

PLEASE FORWARD CV WITH REFERENCES TO: RESORTFINANCIALCONTROLLER@GMAIL.COM

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December 11-17, 2021

GOVERNMENT VACANCIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 7TH, 2022

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB7-21-01, KHB7-21-02 and KHB7-21-07

GRADUATE SECONDARY TEACHER

– Industrial Arts, Graduate Secondary Teacher – Information Technology/ Business Teacher, Graduate Secondary Teacher – English AB MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service DEPARTMENT: Education Department LOCATION: South Caicos (Marjorie Basden High School), Providenciales (Clement Howell High School) and Providenciales (Louise Garland Thomas High School) SALARY: $35,926.25 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a specialist position which has unit level responsibility for the teaching of one or more of the school’s curriculum subjects to students.

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB7-21-03 and KHB7-21-04

PRINCIPAL

(H.J. Robinson High School) and (Eliza Simons Primary School) DEPARTMENT: Education Department MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: $46,996.25 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior professional position which has responsibility for the administration of the daily operations of the Secondary and Primary school.

The job holder is required to manage school operations, supervise staff and students, ensure the appropriate instruction and discipline of the student body and manage the school’s finances and supply inventory.

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB7-21-05 and KHB7-21-06

GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER

MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Services DEPARTMENT: Education Department – (Raymond Gardiner High School) and Clement Howell High School LOCATION: North Caicos and Providenciales SALARY: $499.98 bi-weekly

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-9

SENIOR BUDGET ANALYST

DEPARTMENT: Budget Department MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade LOCATION: Grand Turk but at the discretion of TCI Public Service may be relocated to another part of TCI SALARY: Grade 8.1 $51,147.50 Per Annum

JOB SUMMARY: To provide rigorous analysis of expenditure proposals and make recommendations on expenditure prioritization to support the preparation by the Ministry of Finance of policy-based, medium-term budgets that contribute to the implementation of policy priorities in TCI. JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-10

DEPUTY ACCOUNTANT GENERAL

DEPARTMENT: Financial Services and Supplies Management MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 9.1 $59,552.50 Per Annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent in this managerial position is responsible for overseeing the performance and service delivery standards of the Accounting & Finance Unit which include the key functions of financial reporting, financial system support, ledger maintenance and reconciliation, maintenance of TCIG Manuals and providing advice and support to ensure Ministries comply with the financial ordinances, regulations, directives or instructions.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-11

JR. HARDWARE TECHNICIAN

DEPARTMENT: Digitization & E-Government Technology and Innovation (Deti) MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 6.1 $33,415.00 Per Annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is a general support services position, to assist with cleaning and maintenance of assigned facilities and grounds so that they are clean and ready for use.

JOB SUMMARY: This position will seek to address the need for permanent IT personnel presence and support on the island of Providenciales to service the IT needs of Government Offices on site and offices in the neighboring islands of North and Middle Caicos as needed. This position will also ensure an efficient response time to the locations mentioned.

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB7-21-08

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-12

MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service DEPARTMENT: Education Department LOCATION: Providenciales (Louise Garland Thomas High School) SALARY: $35,926.25 per annum plus allowances

DEPARTMENT: Ministry of Finance, Investment and Trade MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade LOCATION: Grand Turk but at the discretion of TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI SALARY: GRADE 9.1 $59,552.50 Per Annum

SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS TEACHER

JOB SUMMARY: This is a specialist position which has unit level responsibility for the teaching of one or more of the school’s curriculum subjects to students

SENIOR CROWN COUNSEL

JOB SUMMARY: This professional position has system wide responsibility for providing CONTINUED 

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES accurate legal advice to the Ministry of Finance and Premier’s Office and efficient representation where necessary. The Senior Crown Counsel is expected to generate satisfactory results when the legal advice provided is credible and rarely results in litigation against the government; government officers are trained in basic legal issues relevant to their functions; and agreements negotiated are favourable to the development of Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-13

POLICY AND PROGRAM MANAGER

DEPARTMENT: Disaster Management and Emergencies MINISTRY: Immigration and Border Services LOCATION: Grand Turk but at the discretion of TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI. Travel within TCI will be required.

SALARY: GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the reviewing, drafting, researching, administration and management of the DDME’s policy program (Disaster Risk Management (DRM)). The policy manager leads the DDME’s initiative to consistently review and revise existing policies, plans, SOPs and routes proposed policy actions for approval in accordance with the Government’s or Ministry Policy Procedures in support of the national disaster management agenda.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-14

DISASTER OPERATIONS MANAGER

DEPARTMENT: Disaster Management and Emergencies MINISTRY: Immigration and Border Services LOCATION: Providenciales but at the discretion of TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The Disaster Operations Manager (DOM) develops and manages operations for DDME’s disaster responses by readying people and systems. The DOM maintains readiness to respond to emergencies through several mechanisms, including managing the National Emergency Operation Center, Emergency Operation centers, coordinating, staffing, training, and equipping Disaster Assistance Response Teams (DARTs).

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-15

INTELLIGENCE MANAGER DEPARTMENT: Visa & Immigration MINISTRY: Immigration and Border Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This position is to support the Department in the key areas of tactical employment, training, administration, personnel management, maintenance, force protection, and sustainment of the Intelligence Team. To mobilize the team to integrate and synchronize a variety of techniques to gather and analyze information and disburse according to instruction. In addition, the holder must lead by personal example and is fully responsible for the team’s activities.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-16

SENIOR PRESS OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Office of The Deputy Governor LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is responsible for overseeing the performance and service delivery standards for the Government Press Office. They develop and oversee the implementation of Communication and Public Awareness Plans and Strategies across the TCIG. JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-17

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

DEPARTMENT: Human Resource Management Directorate MINISTRY: Office of The Deputy Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 9.1 $59,552.50 Per Annum

JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resources Manager will be responsible for a range of Human Resource functions inclusive of recruitment, employee/industrial relations, policy formulation and implementation, organisational and succession planning, performance management, reward and recognition, job evaluation and salary structures and human resource information systems.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-18

DEPUTY CLERK TO CABINET DEPARTMENT: Cabinet Secretariat MINISTRY: Office of The Deputy Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: To provide support to the Clerk and Cabinet.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-19

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Contracts and Corporate Performance Management MINISTRY: Office of The Deputy Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk but at the discretion of TCI Public Service may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: GRADE 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The post holder supports the Director of Contracts and Corporate Performance Management and the Unit by providing guidance on procurement and project management matters to Ministries, Departments, Statutory Bodies and other Public Bodies to allow for effective project and business decisions.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB7-21-20

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

DEPARTMENT: Contracts and Corporate Performance Management MINISTRY: Office of The Deputy Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk but at the discretion of TCI Public Service may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: GRADE 8.1 $51,147.50 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The post holder supports the Director of Contracts and Corporate Performance Management in the discharge of his/her duties.The contracts and project management function is responsible for assisting Ministries, Departments, Statutory Bodies and other Public Bodies in the delivery of TCIG services and protecting the delivery of TCIG programmes and projects.

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB7-21-23

HEALTH RESEARCH OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: National Epidemiology and Research Unit MINISTRY: Health & Human Services LOCATION: Providenciales

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will assist/support the Chief of Epidemiology and Research to plan, develop and implement epidemiologic and research programmes under the auspices of the National Epidemiology and Research Unit (NERU) to ensure collection, analysis, and interpretation of data about health effects and risks in TCI.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-30

SENIOR CITIZENSHIP CASEWORKER/ SUPERVISOR

DEPARTMENT: Citizenship and Naturalisation MINISTRY: Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 6.1 - $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This position is to provide supervision and operational oversight over Citizenship Caseworkers in the department of Citizenship and Naturalization.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-24

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-31

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services DEPARTMENT: Special Needs Unit LOCATION: South Caicos SALARY GRADE 5: $26,650.00 plus allowances

DEPARTMENT: Citizenship and Naturalisation MINISTRY: Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5.1 - $26,650.00 per annum

CLINICAL NURSE (MEDICAL)

JOB SUMMARY: This a professional nursing position with basic level responsibility for patient/ client health care in the Wellness Center/Special Needs Unit on South Caicos JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-27

DENTAL NURSE

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services DEPARTMENT: Dental Department LOCATION: South Caicos SALARY: Grade 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is an essential member of the Turks & Caicos Islands Government Dental Department working as part of a team of clinicians providing Dental Care.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-28

CONTRACT FINANCE MANAGER DEPARTMENT: Contract Performance Management Unit MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 8.1 $51,147.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is required to provide support to the Contract Performance Management Unit (CPMU) in a variety of operational decisions. To assist in ensuring that value for money is achieved from all contracts within the Ministry of Health.

CITIZENSHIP CASEWORKER

JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative support position which has departmental responsibility in assisting the department of Registration and Citizenship in the execution of various documents.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-32

LIAISON OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Department of Motor Vehicles (Formerly Road Safety Dept) MINISTRY: Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 5.1 - $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: To ensure that all public and private vehicles are in compliance with the Road Safety Ordinance and to assist with the processing of vehicle registration, Driver’s Licenses and Data Entry.

JOB REFERNCE NO: LWB7-21-33

PLUMBER

MINISTRY: Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation DEPARTMENT: Water Undertaking LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 4 $21,935.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: The post holder is responsible provide support to the Water Undertaking in dealing with all jobs associated with the pipe distribution network – fixing leaks, installation of service connections, disconnections and reconnections.

This post will assist with the general maintenance of the entire distribution network.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-29

LOGISTICS OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Health Emergency Medical Unit MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative position which has responsibility for the smooth operation of administrative functions and provides logistics support to the Health Emergency Management Unit.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-34

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

MINISTRY: Attorney General’s Chambers DEPARTMENT: Attorney General’s Chambers LOCATION: Grand Turk, but at the discretion of the TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: Grade 4 $21,935.00 per annum

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative support position, which has responsibility for secretarial and administrative support functions in the office.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-35

CLERICAL ASSISTANT

MINISTRY: Attorney General’s Chambers DEPARTMENT: Crown Land Unit/ Lands Division LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 3.1 - $16,707.50 JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent in this position will be responsible for clerical and administrative tasks to support the daily functions of the office.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-36

JUNIOR DRAFTER

MINISTRY: Attorney General’s Chambers DEPARTMENT: Survey and Mapping LOCATION: Grand Turk, but at the discretion of the TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: Grade 4 $21,935.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: To assist the Drafter with the Drafting of all Maps, Plans, Charts and Sketches and the continuous updating, storage and maintenance of all Cadastral Block Plans.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-37

CROWN COUNSEL

MINISTRY: Attorney General’s Chambers DEPARTMENT: Civil/Commercial/International LOCATION: Grand Turk, but at the discretion of the TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: Grade 8: $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: The job holder in this position must be able to provide legal advice to the Turks and Caicos Islands Government as it relates to a wide range of Government activities, public service matters, and advice to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force: other than in relation to criminal prosecutions.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB7-21-38

SENIOR CROWN COUNSEL

MINISTRY: Attorney General’s Chambers DEPARTMENT: Attorney General’s Chambers (Civil/ Commercial/International) LOCATION: Grand Turk, but at the discretion of the TCI Public Service the position may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: Grade 9.1 $59,552.50 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: This professional position has system wide responsibility for providing accurate legal advice to the Government and efficient representation where necessary.

The Senior Crown Counsel is expected to generate satisfactory results when the legal advice provided is credible and rarely results in litigation against the government

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-39

ANIMAL HEALTH OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Agriculture Department MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs & The Environment LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 6 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is a supervisory position within the Animal Health Services Division. The job holder works under the direction of the Chief Veterinary Officer assists in the provision of clinical and regulatory services, veterinary public health, inspections, control of zoonotic diseases to ensure the protection of the health and safety of the public.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-40

QUARANTINE OFFICER

MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs & The Environment DEPARTMENT: Agriculture Department LOCATION: Grand Turk and Providenciales SALARY: Grade 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: Is to oversee and evaluate the trapping operations of the animal welfare unit and enforcement of animal control ordinances. To investigate cases of mistreatment, nuisance and other breaches of the animal control ordinances JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-41

SCIENTIFIC OFFICER (FISHERIES)

MINISTRY Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs and The Environment DEPARTMENT: Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) LOCATION: South Caicos SALARY: Grade 6 $33,415.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This is a mid-level position with nationwide responsibility to oversee scientific and monitoring activities of the Department. The job holder will provide sciencebased advice on various issues affecting environmental integrity in TCI. JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-42

COASTAL ENGINEER

MINISTRY Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs & The Environment DEPARTMENT: Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 8 $51,147.50 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is position has nationwide responsibility to ensure that development activities are accordance with sound environmental engineering principles and promote environmental sustainability.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-43

BEACH AND COASTAL WARDEN

MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs and The Environment DEPARTMENT: Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources (DECR) LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 5.1 $26,650.00 per annum CONTINUED 

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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.

*Chef De Partie

The Chef de Partie is a direct link between the Executive Chef, Executive Sous Chef, sous chef and his/her assigned production areas and outlets. His primary responsibilities are to ensure all communication, standards, policies, and expectations are communicated to his/her team and then executed flawlessly. The Chef de Partie enables his/her team by ensuring equipment and sanitation standards are always met, supplies and inventories are readily available, expectations are communicated, recipes are current, and training is on-going. He or She is expected to be a “hands-on” supervisor who leads his/her team by example. The Chef de Partie is assigned to be directly responsible for one or more outlets or production areas in the following categories: production, alternative restaurants, buffets, or main galley. The Chef de Partie should expect to be rotated into different areas with or without advance notice in regards business demands and career development. Compensation: $20k - $25k per annum

*Spa Therapist

The Spa Therapist professional massage and body treatments to our guests. They must have a thorough knowledge of numerous massage modalities, possess a general understanding of body treatments and be willing to train in our spa’s specific massage and body treatment offerings.

They must possess excellent communication skills and be able to learn the product and service knowledge necessary to effectively provide wellness solutions to meet the needs of our guests.

Salary Commission Based.

* Team Leader

Ensure the highest levels of professionalism are maintained in providing our customers consistent service quality. Ensure the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of Stelle Restaurant and Stelle Bar and Zest Restaurant. Perform major tasks that affect the overall operation of the restaurant. High energy leader with 2 years’ experience in leading a successful fine dining a la carte restaurant, preferably in hotel environment.

5 years’ experience in the food and beverage, culinary and event. Must be computer literate: Must be proficient in Mircos and Microsoft Suite and 5 Years’ experience in food and beverage, culinary and event. Compensation: $6.70 per hour.

* Director of Projects

Is responsible for providing oversight for overall construction, environmental, maintenance and refurbishment projects, planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and control. The project manager will own and manage all aspects of projects to include client relationships, financial planning, cost control and financial forecasting and profitability through comprehensive project completion. The Director of Projects & Environmental Logistics will develop, refine and update project schedules to ensure all milestones are identified and tracked. This position will provide technical direction and ensures compliance with all local and building codes, environmental safety management and quality standards. The Director of Projects & Environmental Logistics responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering a complete understanding of remote logistics, local culture, and challenges related to environmental protections laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: • Works closely with property/regional leadership to develop and execute an operating strategy that aligns with the resort’s/brand’s business strategy.

• Manage and provide oversight of projects through all phases of project development – from energy efficiency to maintenance and construction.

• Provide scope, schedule and budget on all assigned projects.

• Contract and manage the design and execution for all assigned projects.

• Responsible for all communication and coordination with facility operations and owners to achieve successful projects and turnover; includes managing punch list processes and close out administration • Project accounting functions including managing the budget, tracking expenses, and minimizing exposure and risk, in order to report to ownership any budgetary savings.

• Procurement of supplies and parts as well as maintenance of inventory and requisition process, billing and reporting.

• Manage document control and ensure project documents are completed timely and filed properly within project management software and database.

• Communicate and report statuses of all projects to upper management.

• Responsible for establishing and maintaining relationship with Purchasing and hotel

operations; closely monitoring process and coordination of resources.

• Participate in all project and engineering meetings.

• Monitor reporting for operational efficiency and correct billing.

• Develops, implements and manages emergency and disaster management programs.

• Assists with developing Strata budget and manages Strata Costs.

• Develops, executes and monitors preventative maintenance and asset protection programs.

• Manages controllable expenses through the implementation of cost saving and energy conservation programs.

• Monitors and maintains fire, health and safety systems and collaborates with relevant fire, emergency and governmental agencies to ensure complete understanding of regulations, procedures, alarms, and equipment.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: • 10 -15years of experience in commercial construction management, hospitality engineering management preferred.

• Degree in Accounting Business a management or equivalent combination of experience.

• Licensed Building Inspector • Proficient with Microsoft Office products required • Must be able to use Microsoft Project scheduling software, or software of industry equivalent • Excellent communication, organizational, presentation and problem-solving skills required • Hospitality/Hotel engineering management experience preferred • Thorough understanding of all types of mechanical equipment, HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems, waste treatment, power, water and fuel consumption. Compensation: $90K - $110K per year

*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.

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JOB ADVERTISEMENT *Waitress/Servers

Provide guests with food and beverage service – restaurant, bar, room service, beach & pool. Able to work on feet all day, good math skill, experience in fine dining service an asset. Compensation starts at $6.25 per hour.

*Asset Manager

Experienced in onsite resort asset management, governance, financial, planning and operations management and preventive maintenance of resort assets. This includes managing asset inventories, inspections of operations, planning for improvements and preventive maintenance, development proposals, budgets and contracts for vital services to support the operations, standard operating procedures and working with the teams to ensure knowledge and skill levels are in place to support the operation and protect the assets.

Provides regular reports and recommendations for projects and improvements to the executive management team.

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.

• 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.

• 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 multicultural environment.

• Collaborates with vendors/contractors and monitors work product to ensure quality standards are consistent with the requirements of a luxury resort.

The Beijing Winter Olympics are set to take place in February.

China warns nations will ‘pay price’ for Olympic boycott

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 50 Ibs. • 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: $15k - $18k 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

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CHINA has warned countries who have announced a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Winter Olympics that they “will pay the price for their mistaken acts”.

The US, UK, Australia and Canada will not send government representatives to the Games because of concerns over China’s human rights record.

This includes widespread allegations of abuse against the Uyghur minority group.

France, host of the next Summer Games, said it would not join the boycott.

The Winter Olympics are set to take place in Beijing in February.

“The United States, Britain and Australia have used the Olympics platform for political manipulation,” Wang Wenbin, a spokesperson at the Chinese foreign ministry, said.

Chinese state media claimed on Wednesday that Beijing “never planned to invite US and Western politicians who hype the ‘boycott’ topic”.

The US was the first country to announce a diplomatic boycott, with Australia, Canada and the UK following suit.

The move by these countries stops short of preventing athletes from attending something which has been welcomed by International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach.

“The presence of government officials is a political decision for each government so the principle of IOC neutrality applies,” he said.

Relations between the boycotting nations and China

have been tense in recent years.

The US has accused China of genocide in its repression of the Uyghurs and other Muslim minority groups in the Xinjiang region. China denies all allegations of human rights abuses, saying its network of detention camps in Xinjiang are for “reeducation” of the Uyghurs and other Muslims.

Relations are also strained over a crackdown on political freedoms in Hong Kong and concerns over Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who was not seen for weeks after she accused a top government official of sexual assault.

The Women’s Tennis Association last week suspended all tournaments in China because of “serious doubts” about Ms Peng’s safety.

Relations with Canada have also been turbulent over its arrest of a top executive with Chinese tech giant Huawei, and the subsequent detention of two Canadians in China.

All three were released earlier this year.

New Zealand is not sending its officials due to the pandemic but has also raised concerns in the past about human rights issues in China.

Other countries including Japan - are said to be considering diplomatic boycotts of the Games.

Italy says it is not planning to join the diplomatic boycott.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation to attend, despite his country being banned from competing due to a doping scandal in 2014. (BBC)

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES JOB SUMMARY: You will be required to assist in maintaining beaches and coastal infrastructure to the established standards; and with enforcement and the issuing of Fixed Penalty Notices regarding legislation relating to Environmental Protection, and dealing with antisocial behavioral issues.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-44

SUPERVISOR BEACH AND COASTAL WARDEN

MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs and The Environment DEPARTMENT: Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources (DECR) LOCATION: Grand Turk & Providenciales SALARY: Grade 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The Supervisor will be the first level of line management and as such, carry an important role in ensuring effective daily supervision, guidance and support of the Beach and Coastal Warden Team.

They are responsible for enabling the development of competence within their team whilst ensuring that organizational standards are met and objectives achieved.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-45

ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR

MINISTRY: Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development DEPARTMENT: Planning Department LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY Grade 5.1 $26,650.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is a Junior position with responsibility for the electrical inspection of new and existing electrical installations, and equipment, to ensure compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC) for workmanship and safety factors.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-46

PRINCIPAL QUANTITY SURVEYOR

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-49

MENTAL HEALTH AIDE

DEPARTMENT: Mental Health and Substance Dependence Unit MINISTRY: Ministry of Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5.1 $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: Monitor, assist and follow up on mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-50

PSYCHOLOGIST

DEPARTMENT: Mental Health and Substance Dependence Unit MINISTRY: Ministry of Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 8.1 $51,147.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent in this position will provide effective and quality psychological services to clients with mental health disorders.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB7-21-51

MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING (MEP) ENGINEER

MINISTRY: Physical Planning & Infrastructure Development DEPARTMENT: Public Works Programme Management LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 9 - 64,411.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: The MEP Engineer is responsible for the review and preparation of mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings & design services with knowledge of Electrical and plumbing equipment.

The Mechanical part of MEP is known as HVAC responsible for the design and supervising in the installation and maintenance of Air-condition system, heating and ventilation.

MINISTRY: Physical Planning & Infrastructure Development DEPARTMENT: Public Works Programme Management LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 9 $59,552.50 per annum

STATUTORY BODY

JOB SUMMARY: To manage all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects from the initial calculations to the final figures.

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: The job is based in Providenciales but, at the discretion of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Public Service, may be relocated to another part of TCI. Travel within TCI will be required.

SALARY: Grade 8.1 $51,147.50.00 per annum plus ALLOWANCES

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB07-21-48

MENTAL HEALTH NURSE

DEPARTMENT: Mental Health and Substance Dependence Unit MINISTRY: Ministry of Health, Agriculture, and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 6.1 $33,415.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: To facilitate and deliver an effective and efficient Mental Health Care program that is consistent with current practices and acceptable by the Turks and Caicos Islands Health Services.

JOB REFERENCE NO: HRAB07-21-22

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resources Manager in this Generalist position is expected to have an impact across the Health Regulation Authority (HRA). Working with competing deadlines, and with the general guidance of the Chief Executive Officer, the Human Resources Manager guides and manages the overall implementation of Human Resource services, policies, and programs; and identifies training needs and its linkage to Performance Management.

For full details regarding these positions please visit our website at https://www.gov.tc/government-vacancies PLEASE NOTE: (Applications that are not accompanied by all required supporting documents will not be processed).

(APPLICATION DEADLINE: 7TH JANUARY 2022)

Thorbjorn Olesen is a five-time European Tour winner.

Thorbjorn Olesen: Ryder Cup-winning golfer cleared of sex assault on flight RYDER Cup winner Thorbjorn Olesen wept in court as he was found not guilty of sexual assault, assault by beating and being drunk on a British Airways flight.

The Danish golfer, 31, had denied the charges during a three-day trial at Aldersgate House Nightingale Court in London.

He had blamed his behaviour on sleeping pills, saying he was was not in control of his body after taking the prescription-only tablets bought on a “dodgy website” by his partner.

Olesen was on an eighthour flight from Nashville to London in July 2019 with other golfers including England’s Ian Poulter, 45, and Justin Rose, 41, following the World Golf ChampionshipsFedEx St Jude Invitational in Memphis.

He told the court he had no memory of the flight after taking the sleeping pills.

The court heard on Monday that Olesen had “grabbed and rubbed the breast” of a woman, sworn at members of the cabin crew and “urinated” over another passenger and in the aisle.

When asked by his barrister, Trevor Burke QC, about the allegations, Olesen said: “I felt absolutely horrible and I was very sorry. I could not believe what they were saying happened.

“I was just embarrassed and felt horrible.”

Olesen wept and hugged his partner after he was cleared.

In a statement issued after the verdict Olesen apologised “wholeheartedly” for his behaviour on the flight.

“I am embarrassed and ashamed by the account of my actions that was outlined during the trial,” he said.

December 11-17, 2021

CAPT MARVIN’S WATERSPORTS TURTLE COVE MARINA

BOAT / PARASAIL CAPTAIN

MAIN JOB AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibility for the safety of the vessel, day to day running and must operate the boat with care as well as for the ultimate safety of the customers.

Successful applicant

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must have 10-13 yrs. experience STCW Certified.

Must have First aid Mechanical Experience.

Must be willing to work 6 days a week including weekends and holidays.

Salary will be based on experience and qualification

THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS DECEMBER 20TH 2021 ONLY PERSONS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. INTERESTED TCI BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO CALL: 231-0643 OR EMAIL RESUME TO CARE@TCIWAY.TC 28132

Sports Interational ‘We have to put player protection first’ - Chelsea’s Kerr booked for barging into pitch invader Chelsea manager Emma Hayes said the pitch invader incident involving Sam Kerr during the club’s Women’s Champions League game with Juventus is a reminder “that we have to put player protection first”.

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Blues striker Kerr barged into a pitch invader during the draw with the Italians at Kingsmeadow.

Kerr was booked for her intervention.

“We have seen in the growth of the game that there is this sense the players are more in demand,” said Hayes.

“So I think it should serve as a reminder to us all and the stadiums and stewards that we have to put player protection first.”

The incident happened during the closing stages of the Group A encounter, which ended goalless, as a man entered the field and held up

Sam Kerr was booked for her intervention.

play.

Holding a mobile phone, he was pushed out of the way and told to leave the pitch by Chelsea captain Magdalena Eriksson.

His appearance was met with a chorus of boos from fans which turned to cheers when Australia captain Kerr barged him over.

The man was then escorted from the pitch as referee Sara Persson booked Kerr.

The incident capped a frustrating night for Chelsea, who need at least a draw in their final group game at Wolfsburg to guarantee progress to the quarter-finals after failing to break down the Italian champions. (BBC)

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDER STATUS APPLICATION (SECTION 4(3) OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDER STATUS ORDINANCE) Take notice that I, Nigel Dakin, Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands in exercise of the powers conferred in me by Section 6(4) of the Turks and Caicos Islander Status Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Turks and Caicos Islander Status to Marsha Elesia Radlein Lightbourne by virtue of marriage to a Turks and Caicos Islander.

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Take notice that I, Nigel Dakin, Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands in exercise of the powers conferred in me

by Section 6(4) of the Turks and Caicos Islander Status Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Turks and Caicos Islander Status to Terria Sheresa Grant Missick by virtue of marriage to a Turks and Caicos Islander.

Take notice that I, Nigel Dakin, Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands in exercise of the powers conferred in me by Section 6(4) of the Turks and Caicos Islander Status Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Turks and Caicos Islander Status to Yudy Yuderica Vargas by virtue of marriage to a Turks and Caicos Islander.

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Cyclist Mark Cavendish and family ‘extremely distressed’ following aggravated burglary BRITISH cyclist Mark Cavendish says he was attacked by four masked men in his home last month.

According to Essex Police, the group of armed men stole a Luis Vuitton suitcase and two high-value watches from Cavendish’s home.

A police statement said that no members of Cavendish’s family sustained serious, physical injuries from the incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning of November 27, but added that they were “understandably left incredibly shaken.”

Cavendish, who earlier this year equaled Eddy Merckx’s record of 34 stage wins in the Tour de France, said: “As I’m sure you will understand, this incident has left our family extremely distressed -- not just myself and [wife] Peta but our children as well, who feared for their lives and are now struggling with the after-effects.

“No one should have to experience the sort of violence and threats made against us, let alone this happening in a family home -- a place where everyone should feel safe.

“The items taken are simply material goods and our priority at the moment is to make sure we all recover from the incident as a family, and we know this is likely to take some time.

“We would like to place on record our thanks to Essex Police for a really quick response and the professionalism and the focus they are clearly putting into the investigation.”

Last month, 36-year-old Cavendish was forced to abandon the Six Days of Ghent competition following a crash.

He was treated for his injuries at a hospital in Belgium and had returned home to continue his recovery.

“This was undoubtedly a targeted incident at the home of a celebrated

Cavendish competes in the seventh stage of this year’s Tour de France.

British Olympian, who at the time was recovering from significant injuries resulting from a crash whilst competing, which was well publicised,” said Detective Inspector Tony Atkin of Essex Police.

“Our investigation is moving along at pace and we are following a number of lines of inquiry as we seek to catch those responsible.

“Mr. Cavendish and his wife were assaulted and threatened in their own home, in the presence of

their young children, who witnessed these events. Thankfully, they are recovering, but the traumatic effect will be long standing.”

Cavendish, a silver medalist at the 2016 Rio Olympics, has enjoyed a decorated career in road and track cycling.

He claimed his second green jersey -- awarded to the winner of the points classification -- at this year’s Tour de France having been a late inclusion to the Deceuninck-Quick-Step team.

Off the back of his stellar year, which included four stage wins on the Tour, Cavendish signed a contract extension with the team earlier this week.

Essex police said that no arrests have been made following the burglary. On Wednesday, they released security camera images of people fleeing Cavendish’s home on the night of the incident and urged anyone who recognizes the individuals to get in touch. (CNN)

Zidane Iqbal becomes Manchester United’s first British South Asian player ZIDANE Iqbal made history on Wednesday becoming the first British South Asian footballer to play for Manchester United at senior level.

With Ralf Rangnick’s side already through to the knock-out stages of the Champions League, the manager used several young first-team debutants against Swiss side Young Boys at Old Trafford in a 1-1 draw.

Robbie Savage’s son Charlie, 18, was one of those players and made some of the headlines, but the impact of Iqbal, also 18, was a major landmark - with plenty of reaction from fans on social media to his 89th minute appearance.

Midfielder Iqbal is a local Manchester lad from Withington, born to a Pakistani father and Iraqi mother. After being with United since he was young, he signed his first professional contract in April.

Recent figures suggest that despite making up about 7% of the British population, only 0.25% of professional footballers are from any British Asian background.

In terms of the British South Asian population, this is the first time that a footballer of that heritage has played for an English club in the Champions League since Michael Chopra played for Newcastle United during the 2002-03 season.

Zidane Iqbal has made history for Manchester United and British South Asians.

WHAT DID IQBAL SAY ABOUT HIS DEBUT? Iqbal told MUTV: “It feels amazing, I’ve been working my whole life for this opportunity. It’s a dream come true, it’s just the start and hopefully I can keep pushing on.

“It was crazy, I was waiting for the ball to go out, embracing it all, looking at the fans. When I came on the loud cheer from the fans was unreal.

“It was more excitement. Last night I just about slept. I was just embracing it all really. I was hoping

to get a touch. I did thankfully. I really enjoyed it.”

WHO IS ZIDANE IQBAL? Iqbal represented United’s U18s and U23s prior to his senior debut. He wears the number 73 shirt.

He could be eligible to play for

England, Iraq or Pakistan. Earlier this year the teenager represented the Iraq U23 side in international friendlies.

BBC Sport’s Simon Stone says Iqbal is also a talented Futsal player who has been coached by his FA level two qualified dad Aamar. His younger brother Yahya is also a talented footballer.

Iqbal is also part of the PFA Asian Inclusion Mentoring Scheme and attended two events during the summer to connect with peers - as well as giving up his evenings on a number of occasions this year to share his experiences with younger peers via zoom, which has been described as “inspiring” for some of those families.

Iqbal recently spoke to BBC Sport about his future prospects.

On his namesake Zinedine Zidane. the legendary former France and Real Madrid midfielder, Iqbal said: “To be honest, when I was younger I didn’t really think anything of it.

“But, as I got older, I found out there was a great, great player called Zinedine Zidane.”

“It’s good knowing I might be a role model. I’d want to be a good one.”

There were also a lot of positive reactions to his inclusion in the side on social media. (BBC)

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‘This is our reality’: What next for Barcelona after Champions League group stage exit?

“I’M pissed off,” a furious Xavi told reporters following Barcelona’s 3-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. “This is our reality and I’m pissed off.”

That new reality now features Barcelona in the Europa League, Europe’s second tier club competition, as the club failed to progress through the Champions League group stages for the first time in 20 years.

It was another dismal night for Barça in what has been a dismal season.

The team was second best in every area of the pitch against Bayern Munich and certainly looked like a side that should have no place at European football’s top table.

“They dominated us,” Xavi added. “We always want to dominate and subdue our rival, and today, it was the other way around. We have to demand more of ourselves. We are Barça.

“This has to be a turning point to change the dynamic and many other things. We have not competed. This is the Champions League, but this is our reality.

“It is the situation we are in. We face the situation with dignity. Today begins a new era and a new stage.”

Xavi, a club legend that played 767 times for Barcelona, was brought in as the new head coach last month to replace Ronald Koeman, but it is painfully obvious to anybody that has watched this team that a managerial change was not going to

Youngster Riqui Puig has been one of Barça’s most exciting players.

halt this dramatic slide.

Years of financial mismanagement forced the Catalan club to cut loose many of its most valuable assets -- including former captain Lionel Messi, the greatest player in the club’s history -- leaving Xavi with a mishmash squad of inexperienced youngsters, aging stars and highlypaid players not talented enough to take the club forward.

As Spanish sport newspaper Diario Sport put it: “Today, the desert crossing begins.”

Barça is now likely to face a

number of barren years as it attempts to return to football’s summit, with the team already 16 points adrift of league leader Real Madrid in La Liga and six points off a Champions League qualification place.

“Munich confirmed the evidence which has been attempted to be hidden for too long: Barça is no longer in the elite, neither European nor Spanish, and can only be competitive against mediocre teams,” Ernest Folch of Sport continued.

“Eliminated from the Champions League and cut loose from La Liga,

right now [Barcelona] can only opt for the Europa League and the Copa del Rey, minor competitions in which they are also far from being the favorites.”

Barcelona’s road back to the top will be long and the path isn’t immediately obvious.

The club is looking to renegotiate the contracts of some of its highest paid stars, including Ousmane Dembélé, who has -- perhaps unfairly -- become somewhat symbolic of Barcelona’s woes.

Barcelona reportedly paid a then

club record fee of €105 million ($119M) for Dembélé back in 2017, with the deal potentially rising to €140 million ($158.5M), and is reported to be on wages of around €20 million ($22.5M) per year.

Since Dembélé’s arrival from Borussia Dortmund as a 20-yearold, injuries have severely hampered the Frenchman’s playing time and development, and Barça could lose him for nothing when his contract expires in June.

Barcelona spent the majority of the $263 million it received from Paris Saint-Germain for Neymar on Dembélé and Philippe Coutinho, with the latter similarly failing to hit the heights he did at former club Liverpool, even spending a year out on loan to Bayern Munich.

“The new coach [Xavi] will have to rebuild the squad to start a new project,” wrote Lluis Mascaro of Diario Sport. “Because many of the footballers in the dressing room are no longer at the level needed for a club that aspires to be champions.

“And that is not only a problem of the disastrous management of [former club president Josep] Bartomeu, as [Gerard] Pique hinted at in the press conference prior to the game, but also the poor performance of many players, who must leave the club next summer.”

With Barcelona still hampered by the financial restraints that forced it to cut much of the squad, it seems unlikely that a major overhaul will be coming any time soon.

Tiger Woods will make his return at PNC Championship alongside son Charlie TIGER Woods will make his comeback playing alongside son Charlie at the PNC Championship in Florida next week.

The 15-time major champion has not played competitive golf since sustaining serious injuries in a car crash in February.

Woods, 45, said last month that he does not expect to play full time on the tour following the accident.

The 36-hole PNC Championship sees a field of major champions playing alongside their children or parents.

“Although it’s been a long and challenging year, I am very excited to close it out by competing in the PNC Championship with my son

Charlie,” said Woods.

“I’m playing as a dad and couldn’t be more excited and proud.”

Woods wants to target certain one-off tournaments on his return and said he would “love to play” at St Andrews when the 150th Open is staged there next July.

The PNC Championship is organised by the PGA Tour and will be held on 18-19 December at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club in Orlando.

The players must have won either a major championship or the Players Championship in order to be invited.

The 20-team field this year includes the reigning champions, 2017 PGA Championship winner Justin Thomas and his father Mike. (BBC)

Tiger Woods and Charlie, 12, finished seventh at the 2020 PNC Championship.

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Netball: Tracey Neville wants to increase male participation in netball FORMER England Roses head coach Tracey Neville says that netball is a “gender neutral” sport which can appeal to both men and women.

She hopes that the Rise Again Festival, which will see all 11 Superleague teams compete against each other as well as two men’s teams, will showcase the sport to a wider audience.

“We shouldn’t make it exclusive or put barriers up,” she told BBC Sport.

The tournament will take place on 11 and 12 December in Manchester.

London-based Knights and Manchester-based Spartans are the two men’s teams who will feature in the tournament in Belle Vue, which will see sides compete in games made up of eight-minute quarters.

“This is not only about the competition but also testing players under physical pressure, showing that netball is a gender neutral sport and a sport that facilitates both genders,” said Neville.

“At the moment in the UK there are not a lot of men’s teams out there and there isn’t a lot of facilitation for them to get involved so this is also

about giving them a demonstration within our event.”

England Netball recently announced its partnership with England Men’s and Mixed Netball Association (Emmna) to help grow the men’s game in England and support World Netball’s desire for the sport to be included in the Brisbane Olympics in 2032.

“We’re trying to expose our sport to many different people. It’s always been classed as schoolgirls and women that come to the events but this is about getting men involved and saying that actually men can do this,” said Neville, who is now performance operations director at Manchester Thunder.

New Zealand held a Test series against their national men’s team in October and Neville said: “Once we get male representation within those environments, young boys will feel like that they have a role model to aspire to - we shouldn’t make it exclusive or put barriers up.”

There are now 20 clubs with established men’s and mixed netball teams in England, with almost 20,000 men playing the sport.

Tracey Neville is hoping to showcase the sport to a wider audience.

“The wider audiences is key for netball to get bigger and better.

At the Commonwealth Games when we won gold in 2018 we saw netball catapult its audiences and fan engagement levels and we want to do that more,” added Neville.

Netball’s bid to get more men involved in the sport is a clear attempt to boost hopes of the sport making it to the Olympics and Neville says that is the “greatest aspiration”.

However, during her tenure as Roses head coach, Neville said she was aware of the amount of funding available to the sport but didn’t want any of the money being used to start up a men’s team.

“We had £1.2m and I didn’t want any of that funding going over to try

and start up a male equivalent - that might have been quite selfish at the time but it wasn’t about excluding men, it was more about knowing that we’re not a sustainable entity,” she said.

Netball relies heavily on funding

from Sport England and Neville said that meant she had to be “ruthless” in her decisions.

“Now I’m sat back and I’m a mum and I’m a bit more casual - I think getting men involved is definitely the way to go,” she said.

Senegal’s former World Athletics president Lamine Diack during his corruption trial in France in 2020.

Lamine Diack: Disgraced athletics boss dies in Senegal

The Yas Marina circuit hosted its first race 12 years ago.

Formula 1: Abu Dhabi GP extends deal until 2030 ABU Dhabi will be the final race of the Formula 1 season for another decade after the country signed a new contract to host a grand prix.

The Yas Marina Circuit, which hosted its first grand prix in 2009, has secured a race until 2030.

The track had developed a reputation for producing dull races.

But the circuit’s layout has been

extensively revised for this year’s championship showdown between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.

F1 president Stefano Domenicali said: “The promoter always creates an incredible show for the final race of every F1 season and combined with the changes made to improve the racing on Yas Marina Circuit we are excited for the many years of racing

in Abu Dhabi that are ahead of us.”

Verstappen and Hamilton head into this weekend’s race level on points but with the Dutch Red Bull driver ahead by virtue of having one more win.

Whoever finishes ahead on Sunday will be world champion. If both fail to finish, Verstappen will win his first world title. (BBC)

THE disgraced former head of world athletics’ governing body Lamine Diack has died at home in Senegal, aged 88.

Diack, who was convicted of corruption last year, was president of World Athletics (formerly the International Association of Athletics Federations, IAAF) from 1999 to 2015.

In September 2020, he was found guilty of corruption and moneylaundering, linked to the Russian doping scandal.

A French court sentenced him to four years in prison, two of them suspended.

He was never jailed and allowed to return to Senegal, where he remained under house arrest and was later released on bail.

“He died at home of a natural death,” his son, Papa Massata Diack, said.

His funeral is due to be held later

on Friday.

Diack’s lawyers had previously said he was in poor health and would die if sent to prison.

Despite his conviction he still enjoyed support in Senegal with Cheikh Seck, the owner of Senegalese football club Jaraaf, paying a 500,000 euro ($565,000 or £425,000 bond earlier this year that allowed Diack to return home.

“He was a good man, a great leader. We wanted him to come back home. It took us one month (to gather the 500,000 euros),” Seck, a businessman and former Senegal international goalkeeper, said after Diack’s death.

“It was really important, we never imagined he could finish his life somewhere else.”

In the past Seck described Diack as: “A worthy son of the nation, an all-round remarkable citizen.”

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Tottenham’s Europa Conference League match off after 13 positive Covid-19 tests TOTTENHAM’S Europa Conference League match against Rennes on Thursday is off after eight players and five members of staff tested positive for Covid-19 at the London club.

Their match against Brighton on Sunday in the Premier League is believed to be under review.

Spurs said they closed their firstteam training centre on Wednesday.

“Discussions are ongoing with Uefa. We shall provide a further update on this fixture in due course,” the club said.

Uefa said on Thursday it will look at the issues that led to Tottenham stating that the game will not take place.

European football’s governing body must determine the fitness of Tottenham’s squad, plus the extent of the health guidance offered before making a ruling.

Uefa’s rules state that if clubs have 13 fit players on their A list, including a goalkeeper, they must

play.

Speaking earlier on Wednesday, Spurs manager Antonio Conte said: “Now, for sure, we are a bit scared because tomorrow we don’t know what happens.

“Every day, we are having more positives. This is not a good situation.”

In a statement on Wednesday night, Rennes criticised the move, saying they “reserve the right” to appeal against the decision to Uefa.

“This lack of fair play is all the more glaring as Tottenham had confirmed by email that the match would be held at the start of the afternoon before warning Rennes of their intention not to play just after landing in London,” the statement added.

Uefa could order the game to be re-arranged, although with a 31 December deadline for the group stage to be finished, finding an alternative date will not be easy.

Following Spurs’ league game

Of the 13 positive cases, eight are players and five are members of staff.

against Brighton, they face Leicester City on 16 December and Liverpool on 19 December, before an EFL Cup quarter-final against West Ham on 22 December.

“To speak about football today is impossible. The last situation made me very upset,” said Conte.

“The situation is serious. There is a big infection.”

The Italian, who said he had been vaccinated, did not say whether the positive cases at the club were caused

by the new Omicron Covid-19 variant.

On the state of vaccination among his squad, he said: “I think everyone takes [their own] best decision and is a question for the medical department about people as to whether they are vaccinated or not.”

Last season, Newcastle United’s game at Aston Villa in the Premier League was postponed following a “significant increase” in Covid-19 cases at the Magpies’ training

ground.

Later that month, a coronavirus outbreak at Manchester City caused their Premier League match at Everton to be postponed four hours before kick-off.

Villa also had a Covid-19 outbreak in January, which meant no first-team players were available for an FA Cup third-round defeat by Liverpool, while Premier League games against Everton and Tottenham were then rescheduled. (BBC)

Robbie Dunne found guilty of ‘bullying and harassing’ fellow jockey Bryony Frost ROBBIE Dunne has been found guilty of “bullying and harassing” fellow jockey Bryony Frost.

An independent panel found Dunne in breach of all four counts of conduct prejudicial to the reputation of horse racing.

Three charges of violent or improper conduct are yet to be considered.

The panel heard evidence over several days about a “weighingroom culture” following charges brought by the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).

Brian Barker QC, the panel’s chair, said that “deliberate conduct over a course of a significant period of time has been revealed”.

Barker added that Dunne was guilty of “distasteful targeting, deliberate harassment on and off track, and occasional cases of dangerous bullying”.

He said the panel had “real concern” about the weighing-room culture, which he said was “deeprooted and coercive”.

The majority of the incidents in question took place in 2020, when Dunne was found by the panel to have threatened Frost by promising to “put her through a wing [of a fence]” and he was also accused of using misogynistic language towards her.

“We find that the words used on

Dunne was found guilty on all four counts of conduct prejudicial to horse racing.

3 September were, as a promise, to cause real harm - over and above the usual jockey mantra of ‘murdering’,” said Barker.

“On the examination of Ms Frost’s evidence and demeanour we find her to be truthful, thoughtful and compelling.

“By taking her complaint to the authority she has broken the code [of the weighing room], knowing that her isolation - and rejection by some - was inevitable.

“In acknowledging after the

Southwell race Mr Dunne believed that Ms Frost was the cause of his mount’s death and that he had suffered a fall, we are unable to accept Mr Dunne’s sweep of denials, criticisms and his reasons.”

WHAT EVIDENCE HAS BEEN HEARD IN THIS CASE? Louis Weston, representing the BHA, said in his closing remarks that Dunne subjected Frost to a “vendetta”.

The treatment of Frost, 26, by

some colleagues since she made the complaint has been “outrageous”, Weston said, and that Frost had been ostracised by some other jockeys and valets.

Weston has previously said Dunne, 36, threatened to cause Frost serious physical harm and also used “foul, sexually abusive and misogynistic language” towards her.

While giving evidence, Frost said Dunne had “opened his towel and shook himself” in front of her in the men’s changing room, where

female jockeys would sometimes go to collect kit.

Dunne said being naked was not a sexual act and could only recall being undressed in front of her when walking from the sauna to the weighing scales.

Roderick Moore, for Dunne, said in his closing remarks to the hearing that the BHA case was a “jigsaw puzzle with numerous missing pieces”.

He said that Frost had experienced “issues” with three other senior jockeys and that a leak to the Sunday Times of the investigation report had “a massive effect on Mr Dunne’s health and welfare”.

Dunne had denied four charges of conduct prejudicial to horse racing, including bullying and harassing Frost, and two of the three counts of violent or improper behaviour.

Dunne has said he was using a “figure of speech” and not a “threat” when he told Frost he would put her through the side of a fence.

Weston questioned why other riders had not seen anything out of the ordinary from the exchange.

“If there is a weighing-room culture that allows one jockey to threaten another with serious harm to them and their horse, that culture is one that is sour, rancid and we say should be thrown out and discarded.

It’s had its time,” he said.

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Sharks crowned PPL Cup champions The SWA Sharks were crowned champions of the Provo Premier League (PPL) Cup after they defeated Beaches by a 3-0 margin in the final of the event over the weekend.

In the encounter, Junior Paul pushed the Sharks ahead, before

Brian Gregg made it 2-0.

Ricardo Josilius then found the back of the net to seal the victory.

In the semi-finals, the weekend prior, the Sharks had needled Teachers 1-0 after a strike from Robbie Armstrong.

The Sharks are the 2021 Provo Premier League (PPL) Cup champions.

Yanique Haye-Smith clocked 2:19.02s in Sunday’s race.

Carlleah Lewis (middle) was rewarded for her outstanding performance on the football field.

Lewis selected as TCI Women in Sports athlete of the Month for November The TCI Women in Sports (WIS) has selected Carlleah Lewis as their second Athlete of the Month.

According to information from WIS; Lewis, who is from South Caicos, was selected as the November Athlete of the Month for her amazing performance in football.

She received a plaque from the Nation’s First Lady Mrs Delthia Russell-Misick, a gift card from Graceway IGA Supermarket, a gift basket from Faboutique Fashions

in Grand Turk and a jewellery set from the Wellington Collection in Providenciales.

“Special thanks to Ms Demona Taylor and Gertrude Forbes for ensuring the selection process for the AOM of November was successful,” a release from WIS noted.

The President of TCI WIS Mrs Symadia Wallace expresses her thanks to all the sponsors and said she hopes the athlete of the month programme will continue.

She also believes this programme will ensure young females continue to feel inspired to take sports to another level and reach their full potential.

Moreover, the TCI Football Association’s President Mrs Sonia Fulford Missick and members of the association also extend their congratulations to Lewis.

“Best Wishes to Carlleah Lewis!

May she continue to excel in all her future endeavours.”

Haye-Smith storms to 800M indoor glory TCI’s best sprinter Yanique HayeSmith proved her dominance in middle distance running on Sunday with a comprehensive victory in the indoor 800M event at the KMS Opener at the Virginia Beach Sports Center in Virginia Beach.

Haye-Smith clocked 2:19.02s to smoke her opponents from Virginia State.

Hyppolite Alandina finished second in 2:32.78, with Jada

Harris third in 2:34.78 and Sydni Patterson fourth in 2:38.50.

Although she ran the time she had in mind, the seasoned athlete is just focused on getting better.

“For this meet, my aim was to be below 2:20 seconds indoors because I knew that were the times I’ve been running in practice. I could have run much faster in the 800m but I didn’t have anyone to challenge me so I cruised to that time.”

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The Inter-Island Grassroots Football Festival had a number of talented youngsters.

The Grand Turk Dynamos won the U9 division.

Grand Turk Dynamos and Provo Eagles win U9 and U12 Inter-Island Grassroots Football THE Grand Turk Dynamos and the Provo Eagles were crowned the respective champions of the U9 and the U12 divisions when the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) held its InterIsland Grassroots Football Festival on Saturday in Providenciales.

The event was entertaining and showcased a number of talented youngsters.

In the U9 division, the Dynamos finished ahead of the South Caicos Mariners and the North Caicos Green Machine, while Grand Turk Dolphins placed fourth, Provo Jaguars fifth and Provo Eagles sixth.

Midlyn Pierre from the Dynamos was adjudged the MVP and Golden

Boot winner, while Reniel Green from the Mariners won the Golden Glove award.

U12 DIVISION Although the Eagles won the U12 division, the prizes were shared.

Provo Jaguars’ Dawens Mesidort won the Golden Boot award, while his goalie Tony Francois won the Golden Glove prize.

The MVP award went to Azarie Brooks from the Dynamos.

The Dynamos finished second overall, while the South Caicos Mariners finished third, the Provo Jaguars fourth, the Grand Turk Dolphin fifth and the North Caicos Green Machine sixth.

The Provo Eagles won the U12 division.

Four swimmers to represent TCI at FINA World Swimming Championships

Rohan Shearer won TCI’s first CARIFTA Aquatics Championships medal two years ago.

FOUR seasoned young swimmers have been selected to represent the Turks and Caicos Islands at the upcoming 15th FINA World Swimming Championships (25M), which is scheduled to be held from December 16 to the 21 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

The quartet includes Rohan Shearer, Sean Walters, Arleigha Hall and Sophie Taylor.

Shearer, who won TCI’s first medal (silver) at the CARIFTA Aquatics Championships in 2019, will again swim the 50M backstroke, while he is also expected to compete in the 50M freestyle.

Walters will swim the 50M

butterfly and the 50M breaststroke, Hall the 50M freestyle and the 50M backstroke and Taylor the 50M breaststroke and the 50M butterfly.

According to information from the Turks and Caicos Islands Swimming Federation, the swimmers will also compete in the mixed relays.

“For our young swimmers, this is an opportunity to experience what it’s like to compete on the world stage, against the fastest swimmers on the planet. I’m hoping that attendance at this event will be an enjoyable one, with personal best times being achieved and inspiring other swimmers to train harder when they return,” President of the

federation, Daniel Redmond noted.

He added that having a team attend the event “would not be possible without the support of our team officials and members of the Turks and Caicos Island Swimming Federation who volunteer their time for free to make this happen. Also, we need to mention our sponsors who have generously donated to support the team, Bordier Bank, Caicos Express Airways, Grace Bay Pharmacy, Associated Medical Practice and Provo Aquatic Club.

Please support our swimmers, clubs and the Turks and Caicos Swimming Federation.”

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