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WORK BEGINS ON STATUS BACKLOG TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDER STATUS (AMENDMENT) BILL 2021 PASSED

About 180 applications for citizenship in the Turks and Caicos Islands will now be examined after a five-year backlog.

PAGE  5 Viewing gallery set up outside Grand Turk Supreme Court to give members of the public access to public hearings (Image: Judiciary of the TCI/ Facebook)

MINISTER ‘VERY CONCERNED’ ABOUT DELTA VARIANT AS IT SPREADS ACROSS US PAGE  5

PUBLIC DENIED 7 ACCESS TO CORRUPTION TRIAL PAGE 

TCHTA PRESIDENT CORRUPTION TREVOR MUSGROVE RETRIAL GETS RECAPS FIRST 100 DAYS UNDERWAY PAGE 8 PAGE  9

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Minister ‘very concerned’ about Delta variant as it spreads across US

BY OLIVIA ROSE The highly transmissible Delta variant of Covid-19 is causing concern for the TCI’s health minister as it rapidly spreads across the United States.

Also known as B.1.617.2, the variant was first discovered in India and is now confirmed in 94 countries with 17 more unverified, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

On Tuesday, July 13, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stated that 31.1 percent of all US infections were from the Delta variant for the two weeks ending June 19.

Its latest statistics showed a dramatic increase in positive cases from the fortnight prior, which had the variant only taking up a 10.1 percent share of the nation’s infections.

Speaking to the Weekly News on Wednesday, July 14, Minister of Health Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders said there are no recorded cases of the Delta variant in the TCI presently.

He said the ministry is worried about the strain as the territory welcomes thousands of visitors from the US on a daily basis.

However, staff are also keeping

an eye out for the Gamma variant, spreading in the US, which is said to be even more infectious.

“We’re very concerned about the Delta variant but there’s also another variant, it is even more viral, although there’s a small percentage of persons who would have died from that.”

According to Saunders, the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine is significantly less effective at preventing infection and symptomatic illness with the Delta variant.

“I’m reading that the Pfizer vaccine might not be as effective with this variant, I think the protection dropped all the way down to 65 percent or somewhere there, so we’re very concerned about that.”

Saunders said that, despite the vaccine’s possible lowered effectiveness, the TCI’s best line of defence against new variants of the virus is for 80 percent vaccination of the adult population.

“The way you deal with that is to ensure that there’s no base variant that’s reproducing all the time so that it can have a mutation,” he told the Weekly News.

“So the goal then is to get your vaccination up, and if everybody helps with the vaccination

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then there isn’t any virus in the community to mutate.”

He said it is not a matter of getting a new vaccine. “Certainly, we would need a new vaccine if it helps, but it would only help if the variant is already in the country.

“We will keep pushing towards the 80 percent vaccination rate that I talked about for herd immunity, so we can get the virus completely out of the community.”

He urged residents who are not yet vaccinated to do so, as he pointed out that the territory’s vaccination rate has plummeted over the last few weeks.

The minister further revealed that the Government will be looking to review the current Covid-19 strategy for guests entering the destination.

According to the CDC, viruses constantly change through mutation, and new variants of a virus are expected to occur.

Sometimes they disappear, other times, new variants persist.

Multiple variants of the virus that causes Covid-19 have been

Minister of Health Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders said he is concerned about new COVID-19 variants (Image: Erwin Jay Saunders/Facebook)

documented in the United States and globally during the pandemic.

According to the CDC’s website, the organisation is monitoring four notable variants in the United States - B.1.1.7 (Alpha), B.1.351 (Beta), P.1 (Gamma) and B.1.617.2 (Delta).

These variants seem to spread more easily and quickly than others, which may lead to more cases of Covid-19.

The WHO, which has described the Delta variant as the “fastest and fittest” yet, expects it to become the dominant form of the disease worldwide.

Delta is estimated to be about 55 percent more transmissible than the Alpha variant, according to a recent report by the WHO. More on the Covid-19 variant spread is available at https://covid. cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker

Boat with 20 bodies came from West Africa, say police A boat containing 20 dead bodies found drifting near Grand Turk is thought to have floated more than 3,500 miles across the Atlantic Ocean from West Africa.

Work is ongoing to identify the deceased and return them to their loved ones, according to a press release from the Royal TCI Police Force press office on Tuesday, July 13.

Police recovered the remains on Thursday, June 24. The cause of the deaths has not yet been determined, but there is no indication of foul play.

International law enforcement partners and United Kingdom diplomatic channels are assisting in the investigation, Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting said.

“We have been working closely with our partners in

the United Kingdom and other international law enforcement agencies to work as quickly and efficiently as possible to identify those who were found deceased and establish the circumstances that led to their death,” he said.

Botting explained that Her Majesty’s Coroner has been heavily involved in that regard.

“It is believed the deceased persons originated from the west coast of Africa, and neither the Turks and Caicos Islands nor the region was their intended destination.

“Although the details of the intended journey are yet to be established, we believe the vessel is linked to a similar vessel found in the waters of Tobago. We are liaising with the authorities there.”

In May, a boat with at least 14 deceased African migrants

was found near Trinidad and Tobago. It was thought to have been heading to the Canary Islands and swept off course.

In 2006 a boat from Africa with 11 dead bodies on board was discovered in the waters near Barbados. It was again thought to have been travelling to the Canary Islands.

Commissioner Botting said: “This is a terrible loss of life, and I would like to extend condolences to families of the deceased.

“Additionally, I would like to thank the Royal TCI Police Force investigators and support team for all the hard work done thus far in this tragic and distressing case.

“We will continue to do our best to get the remains of those who have passed away home to their loved ones.”

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Hon. Otis Morris, Minister of Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation (Image: Screenshot/House of Assembly)

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All island elected members Hon. Jamell Robinson and Hon. Shaun Malcolm (Image: Screenshot/House of Assembly)

180 citizenship applications to be vetted soon Turks and Caicos Islander Status (Amendment) Bill 2021 passed

BY OLIVIA ROSE About 180 applications for citizenship in the Turks and Caicos Islands will now be examined after a five-year backlog.

This comes as the House of Assembly on Tuesday, July 13, passed the Turks and Caicos Islander Status (Amendment) Bill 2021, during a sitting in Grand Turk.

The controversial bill, which ignited a spirited debate, was laid on the table of the House by Hon. Otis Morris, Minister of Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation.

During a reading of the bill’s explanatory memorandum, Hon. Morris said the bill sought to make logistical and transitional changes to the ordinance to enable the Turks and Caicos Islander Status Commission to progress the work that is before it.

Morris, who described the amendments as “sensible” and “necessary”, explained that the bill will allow the consideration of applications for status received during the years 2016 to 2021.

“These proposed amendments proceed the holistic review of the ordinance that my team and I will be undertaking in due course,” he said, “because there are some 180 persons who have launched applications, as described by the law as it is now, and who deserve a response to their applications,

regardless of whatever changes there are to come.”

He explained that the bill seeks to extend the current commission’s term from one year to two so it has adequate time to consider applications and make recommendations to the governor.

“Due to the inoperability of the commission and in consideration of the volume of obligation before its purview it is proposed that amendments be made to the tenure of the current commission to be extended to December 31, 2022.”

The minister also said the bill seeks to extend the timeframe for the current commission to submit its recommendations to the governor.

“Section 13 (1b) directs that the commission makes recommendations in writing to the governor for the grant of Islander status no later than October 31 of each year.”

However, to allow for the full and thorough consideration of 180 applications received from 2016 to 2020 as well as those that will be received for 2021, the ordinance was amended.

The commission can now make recommendations from October 31, 2021, to October 31, 2022.

The amendments to the bill also put in place a moratorium on applications for 2022, to give the commission adequate time to comb through applications that are already in the system.

HERITAGE PRESERVATION During debate of the bill, all island elected member Hon. Shaun Malcolm said the TCI has witnessed exponential growth in both the population and the economy.

This makes amendments to this piece of legislation critical at this juncture in the territory’s history, he said.

Malcolm, who was quick to denounce any notion of xenophobia on his part, said he has concerns about the preservation of native TC Islanders who could be marginalised.

“While I have no illusions about the importance of people to the economic survival of this country, I have a deep regard for preservation of the last vested heritage and our survival as indigenous Turks and Caicos Islanders.

“We are an endangered species, and you know what happens when this occurs, it creates an imbalance, and maintaining balance is a critical factor.

“This is about protecting us. It’s about not diluting the only thing we have left - our power and authority in this honourable House.”

All island member Hon. Jamell Robinson added that the changes to the ordinance will not mean applications will be automatically accepted because they were pending for some time.

“I want to make it abundantly clear that an application does not

guarantee an outcome…if we apply to the bank for a loan we are either approved or refused.

“I want the people of this county to know that this is not and can never be a rubber stamp commission.

“We have the right to say no if we want, no person or court can force us to grant our citizenship, there can never be a legitimate expectation for the grant of any country’s citizenship.”

Opposition appointed member Hon. Alvin Garland in his comments on the bill said he is gravely concerned about the timing of the amendments.

“I would like to begin by highlighting the fact that it was the current governing administration, while in opposition who had insisted that their appointed members of the commission at the time resign and they did resign.

“It was also this current administration while in opposition who had promised the people of this country that they would have the necessary amendments to this House in order to make certain provisions that were not feasible or acceptable by the public.”

Garland also raised concerns about the limited time members of the House were given to peruse the bill and consult with their constituents about its implications.

The Turks and Caicos Islander Status Ordinance 2015 was brought into force on April 1,

2016, however a commission was not appointed.

It was stalled for various reasons, including the unanticipated prolonged absence of the secretary and the challenges faced with the operations and functionality of the board.

In July 2018, the Government passed the TC Islander Status (Amendment) Bill in the House of Assembly.

The first commission which had the power to grant Turks and Caicos Islander citizenship was appointed in October 2019. It was again stalled.

In June this year, a new commission was appointed to begin work on assessing citizenship applications.

Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick recommended two members of the commission and Leader of the Opposition Hon. Edwin Astwood recommended two members.

Governor Nigel Dakin offered to accept a recommendation from both the premier and Opposition leader if they could agree on a joint candidate, which they did.

He appointed their recommendation Benson Harvey who the governor said was an “excellent choice”.

Other members are Oswald Skippings, Derevaux Malcolm, Herbert Been and Carl Simmons.

Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles is an exofficio member.

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Government lays down rules for mandatory vaccinations Work permit holders, Government stamp holders and anyone applying for a PRC must be vaccinated, the Government reminded this week, or may be asked to leave the TCI. In lengthy statement published on Wednesday, July 14, it detailed the new rule, stressing the consequences for those who do not comply.

The Government press office said it made the decision in order to achieve herd immunity in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

It detailed the implementation strategy as the following: The Government will not renew work permits when they expire unless persons are vaccinated by the stipulated deadline of August 31.

If someone’s work permit is scheduled to expire on December 31, they must be vaccinated by the deadline of August 31 for them to be considered for a future renewal of their work permit.

If they fail to be vaccinated by the stipulated deadline, when it is time for their work permit to be renewed, it will automatically be denied.

Once the deadline has passed, the work permits of everyone who has not been vaccinated within the stipulated period, will automatically be flagged for nonrenewal.

Proof of vaccination is required to collect processed permits or receive Government stamps.

Anyone collecting their work permit card or seeking a Government stamp must present a copy of their Covid-19 electronic certificate.

If collection is being made on behalf of the applicant, proof of vaccination of the applicant is required.

All those applying for permanent resident certificate must show proof of vaccination as well as their dependents.

The policy also speaks to the responsibility of the employer: The onus is on each employer to notify the Employment Services Department and provide evidence of vaccinated staff.

Employers should notify their work permit holder or Government stamp holder staff of the vaccination requirement for employment as

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defined by the policy.

All new applicants for a work permit (including those categories suspended and subject to the minister granting a waiver to apply for labour clearance) are encouraged to be vaccinated before arrival, if the place of origin is a country where the vaccine is readily available.

The Government remains concerned about the potential for forgery. As such, particularly for those coming from countries in which access to the vaccine is limited, the Government will: Permit such individuals to enter the country with a copy of the receipt showing that the work permit was approved and paid.

The Immigration Department will be provided with a list of such approved work permits and requested to approve leave to enter the country.

In respect to countries for which their citizen requires a visa to enter, once approval is granted, the Immigration Department working with the airline, can facilitate the entry of the first-time work permit holder.

Once on the island, they are mandated to be vaccinated within three days of their arrival or the work permit will be automatically rescinded.

Employers are to provide employment services with a copy of the electronic certificates of fully vaccinated staff within 30 days of the first dose, noting that failure to comply would result in the revocation of the work permit.

Cabinet at its meeting on April 14, mandated that everyone seeking to renew their work permit, applying for PRC and employees seeking a Government stamp must show proof of vaccination for the Covid-19 virus.

The Customer Service and Employment Services Departments have been working with the Ministry of Health to fulfil this policy which came into effect on May 1.

The Government is seeking to achieve a target of 70 percent vaccination - consistent with global targets and most scientific findings.

“Immunisation is the most successful and cost-effective intervention,” it said.

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STRENGTH OF BORDER SECURITY Border security in the Turks and Caicos Islands has been tightened following the assassination of Haiti’s president Jovenel Moïse at his home in Port-au-Prince last week.

Does the TCI have the tools and resources to stave off a potential influx of migrants from our ill-fated neighbour to the south?

What changed?

If TCI didn’t have the resources before what makes us think they have the resources now?

Money talks

Border control is the responsibility of the UK, which reneges on the responsibility because she is too content collecting easy money off sea and air traffic fees, and the radar money over on Grand Turk (who knows how many millions each year).

Greater collaboration

The TCI’s reality is that local businesses and the mobs in Haiti benefit from this illegal traffic.

The situation in Haiti, evident by the ease the late president was assassinated, underlines a systemic weakness created by the west, USA, Europe and France for centuries.

Being a foreign affairs issue, the Office of the Governor needs to play into this. Not with the bleeding-heart liberal agenda to “let them all in” but to aid the people of the TCI in fighting this issue and to heed the will of the people.

The Governor’s Office must know that it is the feeling of the people and series of elected governments, inclusive of this current administration, no doubt, to stop this illegal immigration traffic into the TCI. It is then local TCI public policy and it would be an affront and an insult to the people to impose an ‘open borders’ policy contrary to the wishes of the people.

Indeed, the elected Government needs to be given a free hand to rally the governments of the Bahamas and UK to raise funds and resources to stop the tide of illegals.

There needs to be greater collaboration with London, Grand Turk and Nassau to collaborate with

Bahamian defence force troops, vessels, along with TCI personnel to police the waters and create a back stop to this inevitable influx of illegals fleeing the violence in Haiti.

Regionally, TCI, Bahamas, Jamaica, US, all share a common interest in stemming this time of illegals.

Support needed

With the help of the UK Navy and Army #YesWeCan

Stiffer penalties

We have tools, however not enough and not enough manpower.

Additional manpower and tools are needed. A radar station is also needed at North West Point.

Stiffer penalties for those who harbour illegals and those who are found guilty of trafficking them, as well as those whose work permits have expired and have not left the country but are still working.

They are a determined people and will always seek ways of getting through the borders.

Admitting the truth

The Islands are at a crossroads where the TCI needs to determine what its priorities are - wasted expenditure, supplementary appropriations for fighting illegal immigration or budgeting to empower the people of the TCI? Over the years the besieged TCI tax payer has carried the bill for critical areas such as immigration and healthcare while the others walk free with millions.

The question is asked, and it is clear, ‘Does the TCI have the tools and resources to stave off a potential influx of migrants from our ill-fated neighbour to the south?’

Former premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson was pilloried when she admitted that there is little

that an elected government could do about illegal immigration.

It was a moment of truth and history remembers those well when they admit the truth to the people.

This is a situation that is bigger than any elected government. The business community of the TCI carries an unquenchable thirst for cheap labour.

The TC Islanders love the notion of modern-day slavery, so cheap Haitian labour will be a vote getting exercise while publicly illegal immigration is decried.

In this way the former premier is vindicated. Likewise, the late Hon. Hilly A Ewing, was equally bold and honest on this issue whilst functioning as minister of immigration, when he admitted that there is little an elected official could do on the issue.

No TCI cannot budget for boats, military, crew, training, arms, radars etc. on the levels that other, more advanced nations can.

Reason being, the TCI needs to be free to use its money on training youth, guidance at school levels to prevent criminals for the future from developing and local business empowerment.

The TCI’s resources are better spent on loans at low interest for small business development rather than on illegal immigration.

Let the British handle that as they are the ones pushing for illegals to come to the TCI while they and the west let Haiti burn.

This current TCI Government, the elected arm needs to put its feet down on the issue and not move it an inch.

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Public denied access to corruption trial

BY DELANA ISLES Public hearings in the local courts have been severely affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, and the corruption trial of former government ministers and others is no different.

On Friday, July 9, the trial commenced before Chief Justice Mabel Agyemang in a hybrid hearing viewed only by the lawyers and the local media.

As the trial got underway, a decision was taken by the court to live stream on Facebook the opening remarks made by Crown prosecutor Andrew Mitchell QC. But just as members of the public logged into the trial, the stream was discontinued.

While the live steam was still active, Jeffrey Hall’s defence lawyer, Ian Wilkinson QC - a newcomer to the 10-year case raised some concerns.

He questioned whether systems are in place to prevent witnesses from hearing references made by the Crown with regard to contested allegations against the four defendants - Floyd Hall, Jeffrey Hall, Melbourne Wilson and Clayton Greene.

In court hearings, witnesses are not privy to the proceedings prior to them giving evidence in any matter.

Speaking of facts not agreed to by the defence which may inflame witnesses, Wilkinson said: “Even if that is not the intention of the

Viewing gallery set up outside Grand Turk Supreme Court to give members of the public access to public hearings (Image: Judiciary of the TCI/Facebook)

Crown, it is possible that this can be of some guidance or assistance to witnesses.”

The chief justice noted that the live streaming of opening statements is being permitted during trials, admitting that some issues have popped up with this technology, and that these have been corrected as they occur.

Since May this year, the court has been live streaming the beginning and end of major trials,

while witness testimonies are kept off of social media.

In both Providenciales and Grand Turk, tents have been set up outside of the court for members of the public to view the entire trial.

However, in the corruption trial no such provision has been made, and only court staff, lawyers, and the media are permitted access to the virtual hearing.

United Kingdom law provides

that members of the public should have access to public hearings - in short this is called open court.

This provision ensures trial fairness and is an important function in a democratic society.

This is a point that was noted by the chief justice in her response to the issues raised by the defence lawyers with regard to the live stream.

“We’ve never had a Covid, and in these Covid times we have been

struggling… to give the public access to the hearings, and when we resumed jury trials we realised it was a problem, the public was hearing all sorts of things they were not supposed to hear… so there is now somebody in court ready to stop whatever does not need to be heard.”

As it relates specifically to the corruption trial, the chief justice said she allowed the live stream to go ahead because it was a public hearing and so far, the prosecutor is talking about admitted facts in his opening statements.

Other defence lawyers argued against its continuation, but a decision was taken to continue as is.

The hearing continued with the live stream for another 10 minutes but was then abruptly cut off, and has since not been made available to the public.

As at time of press, no response has come from the court on how members of the public will have access to the important public trial that has engaged the country for the past 10 years, and one which involves former elected members of government brought up on serious charges.

Previously, the chief justice has been very vocal about ensuring fairness in the new trials of the corruption accused, something that has not been explicitly stated was missing when the late Justice Paul Harrison had carriage of the trial for the past eight years.

Gunmen get seven years in prison for possession of a firearm Crown deal sees serious charges dropped in shooting trial

BY DELANA ISLES Clayton Morris, 34, and Devaughn Ewing, 23, have been sentenced to remain in prison for seven years after they pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm during a 2019 shooting.

They appeared before Justice Shiraz Aziz in Grand Turk Supreme Court for their sentencing on Friday, July 9, following a three-week trial in June.

The two men had been given a reprieve by the justice system when a Crown deal saw three serious charges being dropped in exchange for a guilty plea on the lesser charge.

The original charges included causing grievous bodily harm, discharging a firearm and discharging ammunition.

On January 4, 2019, at about 12.27am, multiple shots rang out in the crowded parking lot of the Five Dollar Bar on Aviation Drive, Providenciales.

When police and emergency personnel arrived on the scene, two people were found to be seriously injured from gunshot wounds.

A 37-year-old woman, a United States citizen, was shot once. Police swiftly found out that the woman was an innocent bystander, caught in the crossfire among two rival groups of young men.

The second victim, a 32-yearold man was shot twice as he was running to safety.

A few days later, police arrested Morris and Ewing, charging them with causing grievous bodily harm, discharging a firearm,

discharging ammunition and carrying a firearm.

In January 2019, the men were taken to court, remanded into the custody at Her Majesty’s Prison, and there they sat for the next two and a half years, until their trial in June this year.

During the three week trial before Justice Shiraz Aziz, and prosecuted by Clement Joseph, which began on June 16, the victims recounted their horrific ordeal.

Just days before the sevenmember jury was set to deliberate the evidence, the Crown proposed a deal to the defence lawyers Finbar Grant representing Morris, and Sheena Mair for Ewing.

That deal entailed the defendants admitting to possession of a firearm, in

exchange for the other three, more serious charges, being dropped.

Those charges are causing grievous bodily harm to the two victims - which carried a life sentence - and discharging a firearm, which carried a term of imprisonment of seven to 15 years.

On Friday, July 9, Justice Aziz imposed a prison sentence of eight years on each defendant, with the time they served in prison awaiting trial to be discounted.

However, the time served discount was slashed by the judge due to the defendants’ late stage guilty pleas.

The men were only afforded a year discretion at the end of the sentencing hearing, resulting in the seven-year sentence.

In a press statement following the verdict, Commissioner of Police, Trevor Botting hailed the verdict a win for the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.

“This conviction demonstrates our commitment to bringing to justice those who cause the most harm throughout the community.

“I want to congratulate the lead detectives on the case for their extraordinary degree of professionalism and dedication throughout the investigation.

“The support of the units involved is also recognised.

Credit to all of you to get two dangerous criminals off the streets and protect our communities.

“Let us continue to work together to detect and maintain safety in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Great work to all involved.”

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Ex-government minister Jeffrey Hall

Attorney Melbourne Wilson

Attorney Clayton Greene

Corruption retrial gets underway

BY DELANA ISLES The retrial of former deputy premier Floyd Hall, exgovernment minister Jeffrey Hall, and attorneys Melbourne Wilson and Clayton Greene is now underway before Chief Justice Mabel Agyemang.

The first day of trial was Friday, July 9, with prosecuting attorney, Queen’s Counsel Andrew Mitchell beginning what is now week-long opening arguments, detailing the information on the five charges against the men.

Assisting Mitchell in the Crown’s case are Quinn Hawkins and Kate Duncan. They are joined

by Enjaleek Dickenson, Crown counsel with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution.

Mitchell detailed facts of the case that are so far not disputed,

much of which were already laid out in the first trial before the late Justice Paul Harrison.

CHARGES In this trial, the defendants are facing three conspiracy to defraud charges, one bribery charge and another of concealing the proceeds of criminal conduct.

Three different land deals are named in these counts - Water Cay, North West Point and West Caicos.

The conspiracy to defraud charges allege that the accused men conspired with others to transfer Crown land at these three locations on terms that were contrary to the economic interests of the Crown, the TCI Government and Belongers.

In this trial, Hall - who was also the minister of finance in the

Misick government - is named as the chief defendant.

In all three of the conspiracy charges defendant Floyd Hall is alleged to have conspired along with former premier Michael Misick to defraud the TCI. Misick and two others will stand trial on similar charges in March 2022.

The Crown has alleged that Hall conspired with Misick and McAllister Hanchell in two of the three charges - the Water Cay and West Caicos land deals. Also named in the West Caicos deal is Harold Charles.

The West Caicos land deal, looks at the purchase of land by Logwood Development Company for a proposed development.

Among the directors are Alan Lisenby, Matt McDonald and Scott Boatman.

The Crown alleges that some $4.2 million passed hands from developers to government ministers through middleman Harold Charles, under suspicious circumstances for purchase of the land for deeply discounted prices.

The Water Cay land deal looks at property owned by Alden Smith, which was proposed for sale in a land flipping scheme at Belonger discounted price to Peter Werhli.

In one the three charges Floyd Hall, Jeffrey Hall and Melbourne Wilson allegedly conspired with Michael Misick, Lillian Boyce, Samuel Been, Quinton Hall and Earlson Robinson in the North West Point land deal.

In this land deal, ex-minister Jeffrey Hall is alleged to have used a company name Urban Development to purchase land and then sell it immediately to

Canadian developer David Wex. The Crown alleges that the funds from Wex were channelled via attorney Melbourne Wilson to four other Belongers named in the count.

Meanwhile, in the bribery charge Floyd Hall is alleged to have accepted inducements directly or indirectly from Richard Padgett and related and connected entities by unlawful corrupt payments or other rewards while he was a minister of government.

Padgett was at the time the developer of luxury hotel Third Turtle Club in Providenciales. He pleaded guilty to this charge and was given a two year suspended sentence.

The fifth count names Clayton Greene, alleging he concealed or disguised the proceeds of criminal conduct committed by Floyd Hall.

Global travel site names Grace Bay fourth best beach

In the ratings published on Monday, July 12, the site described Grace Bay as a “pristine beach” and the “shining jewel” of the Turks and Caicos Islands

Travel website Big 7 Travel has released its annual list of ‘The 50 best beaches in the world’ and Grace Bay, Providenciales, made it to the fourth slot.

The list was created using aggregated scores from previous media results, a list of official Blue Flag locations and contributions from the site’s editorial team.

“These are the most amazing beaches to visit this year - if you can’t actually visit, you can at least dream about it until you can,” a press release from Big 7 Travel said.

“It’s a diverse list with black sandy shores, city beaches and plenty of islands.

From Myanmar to Mauritius, consider this your essential vacation guide.”

Topping the list was Vaeroy Beach,

Norway, with Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Islands, Australia at number two and Fig Tree Bay, Protaras, Cyprus, in the third spot.

In the ratings published on Monday, July 12, the site described Grace Bay as a “pristine beach” and the “shining jewel” of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“The entire beach is just over three kilometres long, with no pollution – just pure, white sand and clean water,” it reads.

“A barrier reef found 1.6 kilometres out protects Grace Bay from the ocean swells of the Atlantic, so you can swim with ease.”

To see the list in full visit https:// bigseventravel.com/the-50-best-beachesin-the-world/

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TCHTA president Trevor Musgrove recaps first 100 days The Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) is “fully on target” to completing its five-year plan, according to president Trevor Musgrove.

In a statement on Thursday, July 15, Musgrove detailed the committees, advocacy, marketing and membership of the association following the new board’s first 100 days in office.

The 2021-2023 board of directors was elected to office in March of this year, and it quickly re-established the association’s committees and set out to continue building on its work.

Musgrove of Discovery Tours and Adventures said he is delighted with the early progress in these first 100 days.

“At the beginning of the term, we looked at our five-year strategic plan and benchmarked where we stood to help us outline our goals and plan for the way forward. I am proud to say that we were fully on target.

“This was a direct result of the hard work of past president Todd Foss and the previous board who managed to keep the work of the association progressing despite the country being in the throes of a pandemic.”

He added that the TCHTA is a voice not only for the industry, but also for the people of these Islands.

“I am committed to doing my best to lead this association and carry on the great work that has been started.

“I am privileged and excited to be working with this team of passionate individuals from all areas of the sector, and I am certain we will continue to represent our members, Turks and Caicos Islanders, and brand TCI with excellence.”

Musgrove detailed the board’s first 100 days as follows: COMMITTEES In its first 100 days, the TCHTA’s committees have realigned their missions with new chairpersons and volunteers from the membership.

Advocacy, Education, Marketing, Sustainable Tourism, Villa, Crime and Security, Water Sports, and Allied (non-accommodation) Membership are the banners under which the collective will work to fulfil its commitment to members and to Turks and Caicos Islanders affected directly or indirectly by this critical industry.

PRIVATE/PUBLIC PARTNERSHIP President Musgrove and his team have held valuable meetings with stakeholders in the public sector: Premier, Hon. Charles Washington Misick, Deputy Governor Anya Williams, Minister of Health, Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders, Minster of Tourism, Hon. Josephine Connolly, and Minister of Immigration Hon. Arlington Musgrove.

These early meetings served to

TCHTA president Trevor Musgrove said the association is fully on target (Image: TCHTA)

congratulate the dignitaries on their new roles, and to pledge a continued commitment to partnership in achieving advancement for the industry and the country at large.

ADVOCACY As the country’s borders reopened and the Covid-19 vaccine became available, the TCI was fortunate to see a steady increase in arrivals to our shores which has now risen to pre-pandemic levels.

This has brought with it incidences of overwhelm at our international port of entry which calls for immediate attention.

The TCHTA addressed this issue with the Minister of Immigration, pledging assistance with several ways its members could help offset the negative fallout from the overcrowding at the airport while the ministry works towards its bigger plans to address the issue.

The minister and his team are a group of highly motivated individuals, aware that the current infrastructure leaves little room for major change, but positive they can affect immediate relief through short-term changes currently being actioned which include physical enhancements and stronger staffing management.

The TCHTA was allowed to assist with sponsoring and distributing water at the open-air terminal to make travellers more comfortable during their wait and the association will continue to support the ministry in any way possible in the interim.

The TCHTA extended

congratulations to the deputy governor and her team at the Ministry of Health for their stellar achievements in navigating the nation’s health throughout the crisis and having the goal of a 70 percent fully vaccinated population in close reach.

In meeting with the Minister of Health, the CDC level was the main topic of discussion. TCHTA members were instrumental in providing information required to aid the MOH as they lobbied the CDC to lower the country’s risk level in alignment with our low rate of Covid-19 cases per capita and our success with the vaccination of residents throughout the country.

The meeting with the Minister of Tourism was an opportunity to learn more about the management of the TCI Assured portal.

Concerns by travellers to TCI posted on public travel forums and shared with resort reservationists about delays in authorisation and an inability to receive timely assistance during the process was addressed.

The ministry assured the association that though authorizations are being granted closer to the time of travel due to a heavy volume of entry requests, all travellers have received their approvals prior to their travel times.

The ministry also shared that their top priority is resolving the backlog of communications and ensuring responses to emails and phone messages are delivered within 24 hours.

The issue of illegal beach vending

was also discussed, as the number of these solicitors is growing at alarming levels in high traffic tourist areas.

The TCHTA and ministry have pledged to work together with relevant stakeholders and departments to properly regulate this sector and address the matter holistically.

Members of the TCHTA’s human resources committee met with Labour Commissioner Edwin Taylor.

Taylor educated the group on the expected increase in manpower and portfolio changes within his department that will aid in quicker turnaround times and added process efficiency.

He welcomed feedback and suggestions from the group and shared that the department’s employment registration drive is ongoing.

He thanked the HR group and TCHTA members for successfully placing the majority of the individuals who were once registered as unemployed within their properties and businesses.

MARKETING Director of the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board, Pamela Ewing, gave remarks at the TCHTA’s Annual General Meeting in March.

Since then, the TCHTA’s marketing committee has met with Ewing and her team to align with the marketing plans for the destination.

Several initiatives are on the calendar for the remainder of the

year, and the TCHTA will be sharing those opportunities with members as they are fleshed out.

The association has received an overwhelming response to the decision to launch the third edition of the Who’s Who in Business TCI magazine.

As such, the marketing committee announced the relaunch of its premier publication, Destination Turks and Caicos Islands magazine which was not released in 2021.

The magazine will re-emerge in grand style, with its 16th edition (2022) formatted in digital and print versions.

Guests will be able to access the magazine in seconds through a QR code visible on tent cards in all guest rooms throughout the country and at hospitality sector businesses.

The publication will also be circulated in its usual oversized magazine print format and, for the first time, will be distributed on marketing trips and to subscribers worldwide on mobile-friendly flash drives.

Magazines will be available at TCI Tourist Board offices in Canada, New York, UK, and the TCI, and can be accessed and downloaded through the TCHTA’s website.

The TCHTA will also be featuring more local writers for this edition of Destination Turks and Caicos.

MEMBERSHIP The strength of the TCHTA lies in the continued support and engagement of its members.

The association has retained its membership numbers throughout the pandemic and has seen considerable growth to date.

Since the onboarding of the new president and board of directors, the TCHTA’s membership numbers have grown by more than 20 with the majority being small local businesses instrumental in supplying services to the tourism sector.

TCHTA CEO Stacy Cox, said: “We could not ask for a more supportive membership and are truly thankful that we have been able to see such amazing growth throughout this tumultuous time.

“As new members come aboard, we become a more diverse group.

Our aim at the association is ensuring we give continued support and service to all of our members and to the Turks and Caicos community.”

Since 1992, the TCHTA has represented its members providing support through government advocacy, community connectivity, and numerous value-added support programmes and services.

In 2017, chairman and former president Nikheel Advani set a fiveyear strategic plan in motion which became the blueprint for progression in the association’s efforts to represent its members and the wider hospitality community in the TCI.

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Don’t be too quick to form an opinion I think everybody has an opinion about something. Some of our opinions are based on facts and some on hearsay.

The moment we hear something, we quickly form an opinion. It is easy though to form an opinion based on hearsay when there is a lack of information or the truth remains silent.

Therefore, I challenge all of us to be wise before expressing an opinion about issues and people.

Too many times we are too quick and we want to be the first to get the opinions out there in the public domain.

One of the wisest things one can do is to gather the truth before forming an opinion.

This information gathering may require you to go directly to the individuals.

This is something that I personally practice. I take it a step further to hear the other sides because we know there are several sides to a story.

You see when you are too quick to form an opinion and when the truth comes out, your story becomes discredited.

BY DREXWELL SEYMOUR

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

Furthermore, the opinions you expressed may cause contention and animosity towards others especially if the information is inaccurate.

We also form opinions quickly about others and things based on external appearances.

I believe one of the root causes of division is the fact that we have based our opinions on what we hear about others.

If we are really interested in providing solutions to issues and trying to be peaceful

towards others, then we should get as much knowledge as possible about people and the issues.

I am quite sure if we were to do this, our opinions will not be the same.

Please be open minded and get to know individuals. For too long we have formed opinions quickly about individuals without even knowing these individuals.

We need to practice expressing opinions about facts. Present the facts and then let the people develop their own opinions based on

the facts.

Unfortunately, some people deliberately express opinions knowing they are based on rumours and inaccurate information, and in turn destroying the reputation of others including the reputation of those that express the opinions.

Some people’s lives, friendships and marriages have been destroyed based solely on the opinions of others.

I wrote an article a few weeks ago about minding your own business. If we were to mind our business, we would not have the issue of quickly forming an opinion.

Of course, I know in reality this is not the case, we will not mind our own business and so we will continue to form opinions.

However, we can alleviate the issue by ensuring that we have all our facts and we provide the truth in the public domain because if the truth is not provided, then the opinions become the ‘truth’.

Let me be clear, there is nothing wrong with expressing opinions, but make sure the opinions are based on facts

Mitigating the impact of the deadly and surging heatwave As Arctic ice glaciers rapidly melt, global temperatures surge. Radiating from this, are record-breaking heatwaves sweeping the planet.

These blistering temperatures, averaging 47 degrees Celsius, are proving fatal for hundreds of people across the Americas, West and South Asia, prompting a climate change emergency worldwide a phenomenon ignored by a few world leaders.

Occurring over the US-Canada northwest, high pressure air, worsened by human-induced climate change, is trapped and intensified as opposed to circling the globe - hovering for several days or weeks.

This high-pressure system forces air downward and forms a cap, trapping warm air from the ground and preventing that air close to the ground from rising.

Without rising air, precipitation cannot occur, preventing cooling of the warm

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.

atmosphere. As air temperature increases, it forms heatwaves.

Europe, the Middle East and South Asia are experiencing similar climatic conditions, with temperatures soaring around 59 degrees Celsius.

We should be concerned, as the TCI is prone to this phenomenon and therefore, there must be some level of mitigating response.

As the World Health Organization

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(WHO) puts it, these heatwaves are no joke - they must be taken seriously.

We know it is hot when ice-cold Russia is complaining about the heat. In fact, recently the temperature in Siberia was 48 degrees.

While climate change is detrimental to our environments, there are real rewards for Arctic territories.

From Alaska to Canada, Scandinavia, Iceland, Greenland and particularly Russia that controls 53 percent of the Arctic coastline, they are geographically poised to exploit and reap enormous economic benefits.

The melting of Arctic ice will uncover important minerals, such as iron ore, coal and diamonds.

It will also open up the Arctic waterways for shipment of goods - a shorter journey for ships rather than the long route south of Asia and through Egypt’s Suez Canal, and the Strait of Gibraltar.

Geographers claim, if the rate of depletion of the Earth’s environment sustains, more

than two million square miles of Siberia could become arable land.

While this melting is viable for the Arctic region, we must address the heightened side effects in our own backyard.

Heatwaves could affect our lives with a variety of heat-stress conditions, including heatstroke. Higher temperature is also linked to cardiovascular and respiratory disorders, as it contributes to the build-up of harmful air pollutants.

Increases in overall atmospheric and oceanic temperatures associated with climate change facilitate changes in moisture, heat circulation and wind patterns, and advance shifts in severe heat events.

And since these Islands are at great risk of being hit by hurricanes, these cyclonic activities are likely to occur more frequently, intensified by heat waves associated with increased global temperatures.

Drought-induced stress can lead to bush fires, withering of trees and crops, and deaths of livestock.

It ignites chronic human health conditions and disrupts outdoor activities, even for healthy people.

Geographers conclude that people living below latitudes crossing the US will find it difficult to cope and human productivity will deplete if temperatures are prolonged above 15 degrees.

Therefore, we must endeavour to acquire climate change resilience and act now to reduce our carbon footprint.

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Gov’t to modernise TCI, says infrastructure minister

BY DELANA ISLES Maintaining a high quality of life in the Turks and Caicos Islands means upgrading the infrastructure in the Islands and providing an affordable energy future.

This sentiment was expressed by Hon. Akierra Missick, Minister of Physical Planning and Infrastructural Development during the presentation of her ministry’s budgetary allocation.

“We must ensure that we maintain our high quality of life, we must continue working to advance other critical priorities and protect the economic growth of the V-shaped economy that our leader… reminds us the Turks and Caicos is now experiencing.”

She said the Government realises the territory needs more modern infrastructure and a more affordable energy future, and that is in the new National Physical Development Plan.

“This plan will assist with driving our purpose, our plans and our future for the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“We will make the Government work harder, more efficiently and produce for the people of these Islands,” the minister promised as she addressed the House of Assembly on June 30.

Missick’s ministry has been allocated $33 million with an operating budget of $27 million and a capital budget of $5.2 million for financial year 2021 to 2022.

Additionally, $13 million in capital projects will be managed by the Ministry of Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development.

These projects fall under other

ministries and government departments.

Meanwhile, the Government has allocated $4 million for the Grand Turk Master Plan, the minister said.

The breakdown includes $300,000 for the Grand Turk historic churches restoration plan; $240,000 to be used to renovate Governor’s Beach; $1 million is going towards the old post office courtyard.

Another $1 million is going to the demolition and renovation works at the South Base building; $1 million to Middle Street redevelopment, and $400,000 to the contract and project management team.

Other projects that fall under the physical planning ministry will get an injection of cash in the sum of $6.7 million, to be spent on eight projects over the next two years.

These include a training academy for the police, TCI Regiment and all government enforcement arms.

That money will also see the reconstruction of Matthew Canal in Salt Cay, reconstruction of Harkless Canal in South Caicos, renovation of the mechanical workshop in Grand Turk, repair of the retention pond in Five Cays, and installation of city water lines in Wheeland, Blue Hills and Long Bay. Meanwhile, Hon. Missick stated that in this financial year, her ministry will be looking to develop a maintenance policy that will dictate and guide the department in a more structured way that will ensure proper maintenance of government assets and infrastructure.

As such, the department has been allocated $8 million that will

Students invited to apply for hospital programme The TCI Hospital Clinical Exploration Programme is back and is running from Monday, July 25, to Friday, August 6.

“College and university students are invited to apply for the golden opportunity,” TCI Hospital said in a press release on Saturday, July 10.

The programme targets students pursuing a healthcare related course at a tertiary level institution and are ordinarily resident in TCI. It spans ten days and comprises of virtual and onsite sessions.

The onsite sessions include a skills lab on phlebotomy, suturing, vital signs, manual handling and applying splints. It also includes Heart Saver and Basic Life Support training.

Only 12 spots are available. Those interested persons can access the following link to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/ register/tZYkc-Gprj4oGd3fsmWldzlBbbtLaxpgn8F8

guide and fund the roll out and management of a territory-wide clean-up project to be introduced across the whole of TCI. “In an effort to get a clear indication of various community needs, the Government recently commenced a tour of all the beautiful islands of the TCI to identify critical projects,” she said.

When introduced, the minister said the clean-up projects will not only improve the aesthetics of local communities, but also stimulate the economy, providing jobs and opportunities for local contractors.

“To date we have visited South Caicos and Salt Cay, with a set agenda to visit the remaining islands in the coming weeks.”

Hon. Akierra Missick, Minister of Physical Planning and Infrastructural Development (Image: Akierra Missick/Facebook)

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Eight laws of power Some play with power and lose it all by a fatal mistake.

Some go too far or not far enough. Yet others make all the right moves and are able to draw power unto themselves with an almost superhuman dexterity.

While searching for this week’s content, I fell upon Robert Greene’s ‘The 48 Laws of Power’ and was instantly drawn to it. I’ve selected just eight of them for you.

LAW 1: ALWAYS SAY LESS THAN NECESSARY Powerful people impress and intimidate by saying less.

When you are trying to impress people with words, the more you say, the more common you appear.

Say less, make it vague, open-ended and sphinx-like.

LAW 2: CONCEAL YOUR ATTENTION Keep people off balance and in the dark by never revealing your purpose behind your actions.

Guide them far enough down the wrong path, envelop them in enough smoke and by the time they realise your intention, it will be too late.

LAW 3: DO NOT COMMIT TO ANYONE It is the fool who always rushes

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to take sides. Do not commit to any side or cause but yourself. By maintaining your independence, you become the master of others.

LAW 4: PLAN ALL THE WAY TO THE END The ending is everything! Plan all the way to it and consider all the possible consequences, obstacles and twists.

By planning to the end, you will not be overwhelmed by circumstances and you will know how far to go and when to stop.

LAW 5: DESPISE THE FREE LUNCH What is offered for free is dangerous and it usually involves either a trick or a hidden obligation. What has worth, is worth paying for.

By paying your own way, you stay clear of gratitude, guilt and deceit.

LAW 6: STIR UP WATER TO CATCH FISH Anger and emotion are strategically counterproductive. you must

always stay calm and objective.

But if you can make your enemies angry while staying calm yourself, you have gained a decided advantage.

LAW 7: CONTROL THE OPTIONS The best deceptions are the ones that seem to give the other person a choice: your victims feel they are in control, but are actually your puppets.

Give people options that come out in our favour whichever one they choose.

LAW 8: CRUSH THE ENEMY TOTALLY All great leaders since Moses have known that the feared enemy must be crushed completely.

If one ember is left alight, no matter how dimly it smoulders, a fire eventually breaks out.

Leave no room for revenge seek total annihilation.

The tools are now with you.

Go on and be bold.

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 APPOINTMENTS

Planning ministry appoints new contracts coordinator Trained attorney Davonne Morris has been hired as a contracts coordinator in the Ministry of Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development.

In her role she will be responsible for assisting the ministry and Public Works Department in the proper management of its contracts.

She will ensure that all public works projects, tenders, contracts, contractors and consultants meet the Government’s required legal, financial and audit regulations.

In a Government press release on Tuesday, July 13, Morris said she was “extremely humbled and grateful” to be awarded the position.

“Law plays a vital part in the day to day activities of this role as

well as it is crucial to the affairs of the country.

“I am confident that the knowledge gained during my studies will help me to serve the ministry and the country to the best of my abilities and I am grateful for the continued support of my colleagues throughout the public sector.”

Morris joined the TCI civil service in 2014 as a scholarship officer in the Ministry of Education before being awarded a scholarship in 2016 to pursue law at the University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom.

In December 2018 she completed a Bachelors of Law and subsequently enrolled at the University of Law Birmingham

where she completed a Master’s of Law in Professional Legal Practice.

In May, Morris was called to the TCI Bar to practice as an attorney in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Deputy Governor Anya Williams, head of the public service, congratulated Morris on her new appointment.

“We were happy as well to have facilitated Ms Morris in service training at the Turks and Caicos Islands Attorney General’s Chambers as a requirement for the TCI Bar.” She added: “I wish Ms Morris well in her new role and look forward to working with her as the ministry works to progress a number of projects across the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Davonne Morris is “extremely humbled and grateful” to be awarded the position of contracts coordinator (Image: TCI Government)

 APPOINTMENTS

‘Shining star’ appointed as principal Crown counsel Shayone Handfield-Gardiner has been awarded the role of principal Crown counsel in the International Division of the Attorney General’s Chambers.

In her position she will take the lead on international initiatives, such as the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) and Exchange of information for Tax Purposes.

She will also oversee compliance with international obligations and conventions, respond to international requests and advise on international law and international relations issues.

In a press release on Tuesday,

July 13, Handfield-Gardiner said she was humbled to be given the appointment.

“The International Division will continue to engage with relevant stakeholders to identify legal challenges and take necessary action to remedy weaknesses within the legal framework of the TCI.” She said this will ensure that the territory is fully compliant with its international obligations.

Handfield-Gardiner from North Caicos was admitted to the TCI Bar in 2009 after qualifying as a solicitor in the United Kingdom in 2008.

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She joined the Attorney General’s Chambers in 2010 as a Crown counsel working on both civil and commercial matters.

In 2018 she was promoted to the post of senior Crown counsel after completing her LLM in International Law which was assisted by the Civil Service Professional Development Fund.

Handfield-Gardiner has gained experience in matters such as negotiating and drafting commercial agreements, immigration, judicial review, personal injury, and confiscation of assets connected with proceeds of crime (anti-money laundering).

A huge part of her duty has been providing guidance to departments and ministries within TCI Government on matters which have legal implications.

She worked in the International Division from its inception and has been acting in the role since the elevation of Khalila AstwoodTatem to Deputy Attorney General.

Attorney General Hon. Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles announced the appointment on July 5, saying she was “extremely proud” of Handfield-Gardiner.

“She is a shining star with a brilliant mind and she has a bright future in the legal profession in the

Shayone Handfield-Gardiner is a principal Crown counsel in the International Division of the Attorney General’s Chambers (Image: TCI Government)

Islands.

“We are very fortunate to have her working with us in chambers and I know that she will make a success of this new role as she has done in her past roles.

“She has worked hard and shown true dedication to duty across a variety of areas and her family should be very proud of her accomplishments.”

Deputy Governor Anya Williams, head of the public service, also welcomed the appointment.

“Shayone’ s progression in the Attorney General’s Chambers and by wider extension the TCI civil service is laudable,” she said.

“She is an ardent and dedicated worker and I am certain she will do well in this new role.”

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Police launch positive ticket initiative for youngsters Police officers will be handing out tickets to young people committing a positive community act this summer as part of its bid to encourage constructive behaviours.

The Community Policing Unit of the Royal TCI Police Force announced the launch of its ‘Positive Ticket Initiative’ in a press release on Tuesday, July 13.

The initiative will run from July to September and is geared towards children aged between 10 and 17 years who are making a positive contribution to their communities.

A young person seen by a police officer or a member of the public taking part in a community initiative, practising good sportsmanship or being a role model is eligible.

Darron Williams, Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police and Head of Community Policing, said this programme will encourage children to develop positive behaviours.

“I would like to congratulate Sergeant Kevin Clarke and his team in the Community Policing Unit on bringing this great idea to reality,” he said.

“I believe this initiative will reward young people who make healthy, positive choices in relation to their behaviour, decisions or actions and present an opportunity for officers to build a rapport with residents.

“This is critical to our efforts to rebuilding trust with the community.”

TCI NATIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL MEETING S U M M A R Y The murder of Haiti’s president, a boat found with 20 dead bodies on board, and policing in Salt Cay were the main topics of discussion at the latest meeting of the TCI National Security Council.

Acting Governor Anya Williams and Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick co-chaired the special meeting on Friday, July 9, at the Office of the Premier, Providenciales.

In attendance were Deputy Premier Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders, Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting, Attorney General Rhondalee Brathwaite-Knowles, Hon. Arlington Alexander Musgrove, Minister of Immigration, Citizenship, Labour and Employment Services, Permanent Secretary of National Security Tito Lightbourne, national security threats lead Swarzuette John and border security advisor Victoria Farley.

Sherly Lisme, consul of the Republic of Haiti, appeared by special invitation to address the council on the current situation in Haiti.

Williams and Misick welcomed her and offered formal condolences on behalf of Turks and Caicos Islands to Lisme and Haiti on the loss of their president, Jovenel Moïse.

A statement from the Governor’s Office on Friday, July 9, said that at this meeting the council were: - Briefed by Lisme on the current situation in Haiti in the circumstances of the assassination of the nation’s president.

Following her departure, the council discussed the implications of the situation for the TCI and agreed on necessary contingencies.

- Updated by Botting on the status of the vessel found adrift off Grand Turk in June with an unconfirmed number of dead bodies, and affirmed that the matter was being addressed, with the assistance of regional and international partners.

The council specifically thanked the teams from the RTCIPF and the Ministry of Health for managing the unfortunate situation.

- Updated by Botting on the policing situation in Salt Cay, who committed to having sustained police presence on the island.

The force is partnering with Graceway IGA Supermarkets and Digicel TCI on the programme, also dubbed ‘Operation Summer’.

Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Williams thanked the companies, “who have been outstanding partners over the years”.

“However, we are especially appreciative of their efforts to get this summer initiative off the

ground,” he added.

The positive tickets will not be exclusive to youngsters, as from October to December the force will run ‘Operation Safety’ and ‘Operation Positive’.

Both will target adults to include motorists engaged in safe driving, up-to-date vehicle particulars, using safety crime prevention methods or contributing to their communities.

Anyone wishing to nominate a youth for a ticket can contact the Community Policing Unit’s hotline on 232-6495, outlining their interactions and reasons for the selection.

Tickets are redeemable at Graceway IGA Supermarkets or Digicel TCI in Providenciales, or Graceway IGA on Church Folly and Digicel on Barack Hill, Grand Turk.

NHIB updates its list of approved medicines The National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) has updated its formulary – a list of medicines that can be given to patients of the public healthcare system.

Contributors to the National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP) will now have access to newer drugs, as older drugs no longer in use have been swapped for “better alternatives”.

According to a board press release on Friday, July 9, to help with a smooth transition the formulary was distributed to doctors and pharmacies three months before it came into effect.

There should not be a significant change to patients’ medication, the release said, but doctors will be able to guide them through any minor changes required.

“We want to remind you that the NHIP only entitles beneficiaries

to generic drugs primarily and branded drugs only where necessary.

“It has always been the case, and this stipulation has not been changed with the updated formulary.

“Pharmacies and doctors have been aware of this since the inception of the NHIP. The majority of drugs covered by the plan have always been generic drugs.”

A generic drug is a pharmaceutical drug containing the same chemical substance as a drug originally protected by chemical patents.

When a drug is first invented, there is a patent on it. This means that only the company that developed the drug can manufacture, brand, and sell it.

However, once the patent expires, then the drug can be made by more manufacturers.

These manufacturers must adhere to the same quality and safety standards as the name brand manufacturers.

“We understand there are clinical situations where branded drugs are necessary. We have tried to capture these instances by including some brands in the updated formulary.

“Beyond this, we have made allowance for one-off evaluations of special requests for drugs not on the formulary. This process has been in use for several years,” the board said.

Doctors and pharmacies are aware of this process and can complete the necessary request document.

“Finally, we wish to thank the local healthcare providers for taking part in the consultative process that went into updating the formulary,” the board concluded.

TCI Hospital working ‘hastily’ to increase surgeries During the pandemic, TCI Hospital has restricted surgeries to emergency cases and some urgent procedures due to operational changes, staffing constraints and medical supply shortages.

However, it is now working “hastily” to increase the volume and types of surgeries it can perform, the healthcare provider said in a press release on Monday, July 12.

“Similar to other healthcare facilities around the world, the TCI Hospital continues to adapt to the many operational changes in our

environment,” it said.

The hospital has modified the criteria for performing invasive surgical procedures to emergency cases, and in specific clinical circumstances, urgent surgical procedures only.

The press release said this change supports the need to strictly adhere to new and evolving infection prevention and control measures in the operating room setting.

“Staffing constraints in recent months have also had an impact on our capacity to manage our usual

volume of surgical cases.

“Global shortages in certain medical supplies and equipment have also created unavoidable delays in the timing of specific procedures.

“Our team is working as hastily as possible to address these areas, and safely expand the criteria for invasive surgical procedures.

Patients will be updated on any developments.”

TCI Hospital said it has made the safety of patients and staff an “utmost priority” since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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THE SALT CAY NOTE

King Khama III (front centre), seated with King Bathoen I (left) and King Sebele I (right), on a visit to the Reverend William Willoughby and his eight-year-old son, Howard, on September 14, 1895 (Image: The Argus, Brighton)

A memorial to the three kings in Botswana’s capital, Gaborone (Image: US Army, Africa)

Mr Henry, King Khama and the hunters of words

tribute to anti-heroes and good reads for the hurricane season It is time for another book review; which really means that, having just spent a glorious long weekend with my son Lucas, a resident of Providenciales, who had finally decided to come back to tranquil Salt Cay for some diving and to get a break from ‘the big city’, I simply haven’t had the time to research a specifically local Salt Cay story.

Added to that, the fact that Salt Cay has currently - for the most part - reverted to a blissful state of summer hibernation, then all of a sudden, writing a book review became increasingly appealing.

Having spent the better part of last year’s lockdown and subsequent hurricane season re-reading my favourite maritime writers and reviewing their works in a surprisingly popular column entitled, ‘Come up the Atlantic, smell fish and chips, turn right. And there’s England’, I have returned to some of those books that in one way or another have made a profound impact on me.

I have concluded that, as the years have passed and as I review the books that I have read and perhaps more importantly the books I keep going back to, there is definitely a special place in my heart for the anti-hero.

From a superb biography of German theologian, Martin Bonhoeffer, entitled ‘Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy’

by Eric Metaxas, to one of my all-time favourites, ‘The Royal Game’, by Stefan Zweig, I have always admired ‘heroes’ whose perseverance and strength derives not from brute force but, as in the case of these two examples, from faith or indeed, the game of chess.

BY TITUS DE BOER

Titus de Boer was born in Hamburg and spent his formative years in the West Indies. After a formal education in Germany and subsequent training as a journalist, he moved to the TCI in 1989.

Titus’ Salt Cay stories and photographs can be found on www.saltcaynote.com

I remember my earliest conversation about unlikely heroes with the personal hero of my youth, Mr Henry. Mr Henry was one of my teachers in Antigua, who had made it his ‘mission’ to teach ‘the little kid from Germany’ English, geography and yes- history.

One day, while my classmates, enviably, were allowed to play a game of cricket and the German kid was having extra lessons in English grammar, Mr Henry decided to change the subject.

“You know Titus,” he said with a gentle sternness, “long before Winston Churchill, Mahatma Ghandi and Martin Luther King, there lived in the 19th century a great African king, who took on the mighty British Empire, without firing a single shot! His name was King Khama.”

From that day on, I knew about King

Khama, also often referred to as ‘Khama the Good’, Kgosi (King) of the Bangwato people.

When, almost 20 years after my first introduction to King Khama, I came across a book entitled ‘King Khama, Emperor Joe and the Great White Queen’ by historian Neil Parsons, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. Fortunately, I wasn’t disappointed; on the contrary, it is one of the books I do reread every few years.

For while 19th century colonialism was for the most part a brutal business, there are stories, many true ones, from all periods of history, that not only present a certain historical period from a different angle, but that are also thoroughly entertaining and often quite humorous.

One such story is that of the three tribal kings, Khama, Sebele and Bathoen, from the Bechuanaland Protectorate, today’s Republic of Botswana, who decided to travel to the British Isles in 1895 to convince Queen Victoria and her Colonial Secretary, Joseph Chamberlain, not to let their protectorate fall into the hands of Cecil Rhodes, the founder of Rhodesia – today’s Zimbabwe.

This is the ultimate David and Goliath story; to mind comes ‘The mouse that roared’, as well as the saying, ‘If you can’t beat them – join them’.

It is the story of three very clever African tribal kings who, realising that no-one was going to get very far by threatening the most powerful Empire on the face of the Earth, went on a ‘charm offensive’ instead, only to return home with a deal in their hands that guaranteed them the continued protection from the Crown against encroachment from neighbouring Rhodesia!

Many historians argue that this act not only saved Bechuanaland from becoming part of Rhodesia, but also guaranteed the ruling kings a much greater level of autonomy, which would eventually lead to independence and the establishment of the Republic of Botswana.

Kings Khama, Sebele and Bathoen not only had ‘guts’ but also incredible foresight when they commissioned a London press cuttings agency to clip all the newspapers for references to themselves! This not only proved to be of immense historical value, but it also meant that the kings had some control over what they called the ‘hunters of words’ – the journalists.

As King Khama reminded one of them: “Be sure now, and only write as I have spoken to you, nothing more than my words.”

One of the most amusing accounts of their journey, is the encounter with Queen Victoria, who the three kings met on November 19, 1895, after concluding their agreement with ‘Emperor Joe’ the Colonial Secretary, Joseph Chamberlain.

Afterwards King Sebele commented on his visit: “Her Majesty is a very charming old lady. She has a kind, round, beautiful face and a very sweet voice. But I had no idea that she was so short and stout.”

The Queen, it was reported, bowed her head to each king in gracious acknowledgement of his status and then proceeded to present each one with a bound copy of the New Testament in Sechwana, the language of Bechuanaland, a photographic portrait of herself and Indian shawls for their wives.

Here’s to the three charismatic African kings of 1895, a great story and a truly superb read!

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Students join FortisTCI for a work study placement this summer (Image: FortisTCI)

College interns begin summer workplace study at FortisTCI FortisTCI has welcomed 10 college students to take part in a work placement this summer through its Student Summer Employment Programme (SSEP).

Each candidate completed a competitive application and interview process to secure their new roles, and they come with varying levels of tertiary education and sector interests.

Of the successful student employees, one student is working at the Grand Turk office and nine are at the Providenciales-based headquarters for eight weeks through to August.

FortisTCI president and CEO Ruth Forbes said it is an exciting time to join the electric utility business as the industry is transforming like never before due to advancements in technology.

“I do not doubt that these students will get first-hand experience and exposure at FortisTCI to some of the changes that are also happening on a global scale,” she said in a press release.

“What I am most excited about is the exposure our young, up-

and-coming professionals will get to the vast skill sets required to operate an electric utility.

“I am pleased to see a balance of both business and technical roles among this year’s group.”

Kenyatta Rigby, a secondyear student studying business at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, is working with the Customer Service Department.

Eryn Quelch, an A-level student at Steyning Grammar School, UK, interested in studying law, is working with the EHS Department.

Derliser Youth, a fourthyear student studying business management and finance at Turks and Caicos Community College, is working with the Finance Department.

Also working with finance is Rhakeem Lightbourne, a thirdyear student studying accounting at Broward College, USA. Raymond Kendall, a secondyear student studying automotive engineering at Turks and Caicos Community College, is working with the Grand Turk Operations Department.

Traffic stop video under investigation A video of a police officer conducting a traffic stop in Providenciales is being investigated “thoroughly” following allegations of misconduct.

The recording, which has been circulated via social media, is not reflective of tolerated standards, according to a press release from the Royal TCI Police Force on Sunday, July 11.

Deputy Commissioner of Police Rodney Adams said the force takes incidents of misconduct very seriously.

“I want to reassure the people of the TCI that the officer’s

behaviour in the video does not reflect what the force executive team will tolerate.

“As the person with the portfolio responsible for professional standards, I wish to encourage the public, wherever possible, to continue to record their ill-mannered interactions with police staff.

“We will investigate all complaints of this nature and address them appropriately as servants of the public.”

Anyone with information on this incident can call 911 or contact Crimestoppers on 1-8008477.

Jamieson Simmons, a thirdyear college student studying computer science at Hillsborough Community College, USA, is working with the IT Department.

Ushannia Hardware, a fourthyear student studying law at Oxford Brooks University, UK, is working with the Legal Services Department.

Trevante Brown, a third-year student studying mechanical engineering at New York Institute of Engineering, USA, is working with the Energy Production Department.

Caitlin Lewis, a second-year student studying mechanical engineering at the University of Nottingham, UK, is also working with the Energy Production Department.

And Michael Saunders, an A-level student at Trinity College School, CA, interested in studying either aerospace or biomedical engineering, is working with the Transmission and Distribution Department.

In the press release on Tuesday, July 13, Forbes said: “We were also keen to acknowledge the challenges Covid-19 brought about over the past year and a half.

“Understanding this, the company saw it a priority to return the student internship programme for college students in 2021 for their continued development and growth.

“I not only say welcome to these bright young talents but also that I look forward to working with you in the days and weeks ahead.”

The FortisTCI SSEP was created to provide the TCI’s young people with opportunities to gain experience working in the energy sector at a professional level.

This year, students are also required to perform research as a part of their work-study experience.

Their studies will support their participation in the inaugural FortisTCI Youth Energy Roundtable under the theme, ‘The future of energy in the Turks and Caicos Islands’.

The event is scheduled for August 12.

General manager Sonia Williams-Ewing died unexpectedly on July 7 (Image: Ocean Club)

Sonia Williams-Ewing

BY OCEAN CLUB RESORTS “Gone too soon,” is heard tenderly, repeatedly and with heartfelt sadness throughout both Ocean Club and Ocean Club West resorts, as we say goodbye to Sonia Williams-Ewing, general manager at the Ocean Club location for the past 12 years.

Sonia’s approach in wholeheartedly leading with compassion and understanding will live on at each property.

A graduate of the Business Studies Programme at Turks and Caicos Community College, Sonia became one of the very first indigenous women in the Turks and Caicos Islands to achieve the position of general manager at a major resort.

She began her career at Ocean Club Resorts in 1999 as a front desk attendant. Within a year she rose to front desk supervisor which led to her recognition as an outstanding member of the team and subsequent promotion to front desk manager within her first few years at the resort.

Always interested in learning more about all facets of overall resort operations, by 2007, Sonia was named assistant operations manager before taking on the role of general manager at Ocean Club in 2009.

Sonia effusively shared her love of the hospitality industry and Ocean Club Resorts in particular, with her many friends, extended family, co-workers and returning guests who sought her out for her warm spirit and generosity of insights on ‘what’s happening in Provo’.

Her greatest joy was her family - loving husband Jamal and dearest son Jamon.

Managing director Wilbert Mason said: “Sonia WilliamsEwing truly embodied the philosophy of live, love, laugh and leave a lasting legacy. Her loss is a shock to us all and she will be greatly missed.”

Sonia Williams-Ewing died unexpectedly on July 7.

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Remain vigilant during summer holidays, advises health ministry The Ministry of Health and Human Services asked the public this week to “remain vigilant and utilise the Covid-19 protocols” throughout the summer holiday period.

In a press statement, the ministry said residents are likely to travel for the summer holidays and should take the necessary precautions in order to keep safe amid the ongoing pandemic.

“Please be vigilant when travelling for the summer in order to protect yourselves by adhering to the guidelines which you have been advised to practice when at home,” it said.

The ministry advised residents to: - Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

- Use alcohol-based hand sanitiser if soap and water are not available.

- Maintain physical distancing of six foot.

- Wear face coverings in public settings (covering both nose and mouth).

- Avoid mass gatherings or crowds.

-Cover coughs and sneezes with an inside elbow or use disposable tissues.

- Comply with public health measures.

Anyone with symptoms of Covid-19, which includes cough, sore throat, runny nose, shortness of breath, fever, diarrhoea, loss of sense of taste or smell, should get tested Anyone with symptoms or signs of Covid-19 should not visit a healthcare facility and instead

follow guidance in the country they are visiting - unless symptoms are severe If under quarantine by the public health team, people should remain at home and comply with the guidance provided and complete quarantine prior to returning to the TCI. Residents must apply through the TCI Assured Travel Portal in order to return to the TCI at www. turksandcaicostourism.com Only returning residents who have been fully vaccinated in the TCI (more than two weeks after the second dose) will be waived from the requirement to have prearrival PCR tests.

Those who have been fully vaccinated in the TCI and who plan to travel, can apply early for their e-certificates at vaccineid@gov.tc More information is available on the Ministry of Health website at www.gov.tc/moh/coronavirus/ Vaccination is an additional layer of protection for individuals and the wider community, the ministry said.

In its statement on Tuesday, July 13, it encouraged all unvaccinated residents to “strongly consider” taking the Covid-19 vaccine and to register on the vaccination portal.

“Vaccination offers a superb layer of protection not only from contracting/getting the virus, but also reduces transmissibility/ spread and has proven to reduce the severity of disease.”

To book a vaccination appointment, residents can contact their healthcare provider, or access the free vaccinations through community events by the Primary Healthcare Department.

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This leathery denizen of beach fronts flowers and forms fruit at the same time

Seven year apple At this time of year, we can observe in the bush the magnificent frangipani in full bloom, but there is also a lesser known, less flowering plant, but with a divine scent: The seven-year apple.

Ironically the seven-year apple (Casasia clusiifolia) is neither an apple nor does it take seven years for its fruit to mature.

A member of the Rubiaceae family, this leathery denizen of beach fronts manages to flower and form fruit at the same time, which is a good thing because it takes a full year for the fruit to ripen.

A slow grower, they are as wide as they are tall, reaching up to a height of 15 foot.

When it does ripen, it is devoured by mockingbirds (and iguanas) that hollow out the tasty fruit and leave a dead skin hanging in the tree.

Butterflies such as the tantalus sphinx (Aellopos tantalus) use it as a larval host plant, and the mangrove skipper (Phocides pigmalion) and others use it for the nectar floating around it.

You will either find the seven-year apple edible or disgusting. In fact, a lot of folks can’t get past the look of the fruit.

The fruit is edible only when black ripe and then only the

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pulp, not the seeds. It’s actually a berry the size of a lime.

You eat it by poking a hold in the tough rind and sucking out the pulp (again, don’t eat the seeds, they will make you throw up).

The flavour reminds some of prunes, others of liquorice.

Personally, I find it just plain awful and they are probably best left to the mockingbirds.

This small tree or shrub grows well along the coastline. Although it can’t take sitting in salt water like the mangrove, it does well directly on the coastline where it gets inundated with storm water.

It can take full-force hurricane winds and come back with new leaves. This is a tough plant.

Seven year apples have six inch, shiny leaves that curl inward. They are thick, long and oval, and clustered near the branch tips.

It has a five-pedalled cluster of white flowers with pink edges that emerge mostly in the spring and early summer, but can be found all year long.

Male and female flowers are on different plants. The flowers have a magnificent smell and could easily

be used in perfume.

Eau de Casasia could be a big seller if the perfumers ever find enough of it.

The seeds are prolific and can be propagated easily. Seven year apples grow in partial shade and full sun, but I have only seen them thriving in full sun.

Their soil must be porous.

Sand and rocks are ideal. Our alkaline limestone will do just fine.

They survive in the second tier away from a beach. Their drought and salt wind tolerance are high.

Planted close together, they grow into a full hedge or screen.

They are great as windbreaks near the ocean.

Although the fruits are fairly ugly the flowers are showy, and God, that smell! Actually, the trees are closely related to the gardenia.

I think that this evergreen shrub or small tree is one of the TCI’s most exceptional native, salt-tolerant plants. It will grow right up to the first dune near the ocean.

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Cuba says second COVID-19 vaccine Soberana 2 boasts 91.2% efficacy CUBA said this week that its two-shot Soberana 2 vaccine, delivered with a booster called Soberana Plus, had proven 91.2% effective in late stage clinical trials against the coronavirus, following similar news about its Abdala vaccine.

The announcement came from state-run biopharmaceutical corporation BioCubaFarma, which oversees the Finlay Institute, the maker of Soberana 2, and the Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, the producer of Abdala. Last month, Abdala was found to have a 92.28% efficacy.

While the Cuban efficacy claims have not been peer reviewed, the results, if accurate,

would catapult the U.S.boycotted Caribbean island nation into the select group of the United States, Germany and Russia that produce vaccines with efficacy of more than 90% – Novavax, Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and Sputnik V. Cuba’s biotech sector has a long history of vaccine development, producing 80% of vaccines used in the country and exporting some of them.

Communist-run Cuba is the first country in Latin America and the Caribbean to successfully develop a coronavirus vaccine.

The import-dependent island is in the throes of an economic crisis with activity falling 10.9% last year and

2% the first half of 2021 as the pandemic kept the tourism industry shuttered and Trumpera sanctions on top of the decades old trade embargo hammered finance and trade.

Cuba says it has a total of five candidate vaccines in the pipeline, with Abdala and Soberana 2 expected to be quickly authorized for emergency use by local regulators and sent up for approval to the World Health Organization.

The local authorizations would open the way for other countries to purchase the vaccines or produce them. Mexico, Argentina and Vietnam have expressed interest in production and Iran

says it is producing Soberana 2 after trials in that country.

Both vaccines are “low”

tech, meaning they use a traditional approach deploying a part of the virus’s

spike protein which helps the virus enter and infect cells, to build up the immune system.

VISUAL MERCHANDISING STRATEGIST PURPOSE:

S & F WHOLESALE CASH & CARRY LTD Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands. Is seeking to Employee following positions:

2 X LABOURER(S) 1 X DOMESTIC WORKER • Responsible for doing Manuel work • Loading and unloading Container • Assisting in stocking shelves

• Should be physically fit to lift products 50lb or more .

• Being able to work at heights • Committed to work flexible hours, days, nights, weekends and holidays.

Salary $7.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 941-8112

This Position is for work permit renewal interested Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of the resume to the Labour Department.

25954

PUBLIC NOTICE 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 Michael Arnaud Dieubon by virtue of marriage to a Turks and Caicos Islander.

To create and implement key visual merchandising strategies as well as procure related international products which adheres to The Shore Club standards and guidelines, a luxury 5 Star resort’s merchandising market.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Defining, designing and implementing creative visual merchandising and sales strategies.

• Installing window displays, walkways, counters and in-store displays in accordance with the company guidelines.

• Numeric and analytic skills.

• Control and manage retail inventory.

• Responsible for procuring relevant materials, supplies and equipment.

• Identifying and meeting suitable suppliers and manufacturers.

• Budget management.

• Preparing yearly budgets for execution of merchandising strategies • Analyse market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.

• Preparing quarterly reports for merchandising strategies and forecasting of potential earnings.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 3 years in strategic visual merchandising.

• Bachelor’s degree or certificate in visual merchandising.

• Proven work experience in visual merchandising and international procurement.

• Working knowledge of current visual merchandising trends and best practices.

• Working knowledge of data analysis.

• Skilled in utilisation of point-of-sale systems and/or other back-of the house systems.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in negotiating.

• Certifications in visual merchandising is strongly preferred.

SALARY:

Salary Range $45,000.00 to $50,000.00 per annum. Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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 the end of day Wednesday, 28th July 2021.

All resumes are subject to screening. Accepted candidates will receive a call or email confirming with a scheduled time for meeting and required documents for the actual interview. Resumes can be submitted to the Labour Department directly. The Shore Club HR Office and be contacted (649) 3398000

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Haiti police chief links Venezuelan, former senator to assassination plot HAITI’S police chief on Wednesday accused a Venezuelan businessman who owns a security company in Florida of traveling to Haiti numerous times as part of a plot to assassinate President Jovenel Moïse, who was killed last week.

Léon Charles, head of the Haiti’s National Police, said Antonio Intriago of CTU Security signed a contract while in Haiti but provided no other details and offered no evidence.

“The investigation is very advanced,” Charles said.

Intriago could not be immediately reached for comment.

Colombia’s national police chief has said that CTU Security used its company credit card to buy 19 plane tickets from Bogota to Santo Domingo for the Colombian suspects allegedly involved in the killing.

During a news conference Wednesday evening, Charles pleaded with Haitians to help officials track down suspects who remain on the run, including a former senator he described as a key suspect and is accused of providing weapons used in the July 7 attack.

Former Sen. John Joël Joseph, a Haitian politician and opponent of the Tet Kale party that Moïse belonged to, is one of five fugitives whom police say are armed and dangerous.

“We are looking for these assassins, and wherever they go we need to capture them, arrest them and bring them to justice,” Charles said.

In a video posted last year on YouTube, the former senator compared Moïse to the coronavirus, saying Haitians have died from hunger or been killed amid a spike in violence under his administration.

“Insecurity has infected every

A police officer pushes a burning tire to the side of the road so cars can pass, as people protest growing violence in the Lalue neighborhood of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Wednesday, July 14, 2021. Haitian President Jovenel Moise was assassinated on July 7.

single Haitian,” Joseph said.

The police chief also announced that officers have arrested a Haitian man identified as Reynaldo Corvington, who is accused of providing the suspects with housing and giving them sirens to use on top of their cars with help from another suspect, James Solages, a Haitian American who was detained in recent days.

Corvington owns a private security company called Corvington Courier & Security Service, which he established in 1982, according to its website, which provides tips on how to survive a kidnapping.

Another of the fugitives identified by police is Joseph Felix Badio.

Charles said Badio rented a house near Moise’s home to help the suspects understand the layout of the area.

Badio previously worked for Haiti’s Ministry of Justice and joined the government’s anti-corruption unit

in March 2013. The agency issued a statement saying he was fired in May following “serious breaches” of unspecified ethical rules, adding that it filed a complaint against him.

“This villainous act is an affront to our democracy,” the unit said in a statement.

Charles, the police chief, said four high-ranking officials who were in charge of the president’s security detail are being held in isolation as authorities continue to track down other fugitives, including Rodolphe Jaar. He was born in Haiti, speaks English and has a college degree in business administration, according to court records. He is not a U.S. citizen.

Jaar, who once used the alias “Whiskey,” was indicted in 2013 in federal court in South Florida on charges of conspiring to smuggle cocaine from Colombia and Venezuela through Haiti to the U.S.

He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to nearly four years in prison, according to court records.

At his 2015 sentencing hearing, Jaar’s attorney told the court that Jaar had been a confidential source for the U.S. government for several years before his indictment. He also agreed to cooperate with federal authorities and asked for a lighter sentence, saying he had a wife, 1-year-old and elderly parents.

In June 2000, Jaar filed a civil suit against the U.S. government seeking the return of a “large amount” of cash taken from him along with his passport and tourist visa when he was stopped in a rental car by customs agents. He was not arrested at the time, but Jaar said he learned he was under investigation for money laundering.

The government later returned his property and did not file charges.

Jaar, who dropped the lawsuit,

described himself in court papers as the owner of a successful import business in Haiti. He said his family has operated the enterprise since 1944.

Authorities in Haiti are investigating Moïse’s killing with help from Colombia’s government, which has said at least 18 former Colombian soldiers suspected in the slaying have been arrested and remain detained in Haiti. Charles said three Haitians also have been arrested and at least three suspects killed, adding that they continue to investigate those detained to identify the masterminds behind the slaying.

The detained Haitians have been identified as Solages, Joseph Vincent and Christian Emmanuel Sanon.

Police had said Sanon flew to Haiti in June aboard a private jet with several of the alleged gunmen.

The 62-year-old is a Haitian physician, church pastor and Florida businessman who once expressed a desire to lead Haiti in a YouTube video and has denounced the country’s leaders as corrupt.

Charles said that Sanon was working with those who plotted the assassination and that Moïse’s killers were protecting him. He said officers who raided Sanon’s house in Haiti found a hat with a DEA logo, 20 boxes of bullets, gun parts, four license plates from the Dominican Republic, two cars and correspondence.

A business associate and a pastor in Florida who knew Sanon told The Associated Press that the suspect was religious and that they did not believe he would be involved in violence. The associate, who spoke on condition of anonymity for security reasons, said he believes Sanon was duped, describing him as “completely gullible.” (APNews.com)

BVI sees exponential growth of COVID cases THE British Virgin Islands continues to experience a rapidly increasing number of COVID infections since the latest outbreak started two weeks ago.

Within a week, the number of active cases has increased from 480 to 1,147. Two people have died and four are in intensive care.

Of the 5,692 tests carried out between 3 and 9 July, 17% were positive, suggesting a much larger number of active unverified cases in the community.

The territory’s chief medical officer, Dr. Ronald Georges, said in a statement on 12 July that “the BVI has seen exponential growth in active cases with a trend of increasing number of daily reports of new cases”.

Although that trend has stabilised, he expects large numbers of new cases for several more days.

“I must appeal to everyone’s understanding that the BVI is now in an advanced state of community transmission and therefore all persons are presently at risk of contracting COVID-19,” he said.

The BVI government has instituted a night-time curfew, closed certain establishments like bars and gyms, and imposed socialdistancing restrictions on other businesses.

Given the extent of the outbreak, contact tracing has become irrelevant, the chief medical officer said, adding that everyone must take urgent and immediate steps to limit their exposure to stop the spread of the virus.

While testing is important, Georges said, it is less important than social distancing and getting vaccinated.

Of the 18 hospitalisations for

Within a week, the number of active cases has increased from 480 to 1,147. Two people have died and four are in intensive care.

COVID since 4 July, 17 of those patients were unvaccinated.

The BVI’s national epidemiologist, Harmony Massiah, at a press briefing last week, projected that if current trends persisted, the BVI could see

as many as 5,500 cases in the next two weeks.

She said most positive cases affected younger people, with many falling ill and displaying more severe symptoms than in previous

outbreaks.

Massiah also pointed to a troubling trend that many people who are sick were unwilling to seek medical treatment.

The epidemiologist said the territory’s low vaccination rate at this stage meant the BVI was unlikely to reach herd immunity.

Premier Andrew Fahie last week urged everyone who may have been exposed to COVID-19 to get tested and take the necessary precautions so that they do not pass it on to children, the elderly and the vulnerable in their homes and communities. (Cayman Compass) He said his government was “extremely concerned about the increasing rate of infections” in the Virgin Islands.

“COVID-19 is not playing around with us and we must not play around with COVID-19,” Fahie said.

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Bahamas: Diplomats return home from Haiti

Minister of Health and Wellness Jeffrey Bostic.

Barbados restores curfew after COVID spike FACING a significant spike in COVID-19 cases all last week, Government yesterday reintroduced a daily 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew with effect from tomorrow for two weeks, and again capped the number of people allowed at church services, funerals, weddings and those allowed to travel on public transportation.

Summer camps and fetes or parties have been put on hold, along with full contact sports or spectators at sporting events.

Speaking during a press conference yesterday, Minister of

Health and Wellness Jeffrey Bostic confirmed Barbados’ positivity rate for the viral illness had jumped by a full percentage point to 1.6 per cent, and its percentage of infections per 100 000 people had doubled, up from 19 to 38.

Saturday alone, the country recorded 40 new COVID-19 cases, and Chief Medical Officer Dr Kenneth George said more resources would be made available to the Isolation Facility at Harrison Point, St Lucy.

Ninety cases were recorded in the last week alone. (Barbados Nation)

FOUR Bahamian diplomats who were stationed in Haiti are now safely back home after the shock assassination of Haitian President Jouvenal Moise last week, said Foreign Affairs Minister Darren Henfield.

Minister Henfield said that the diplomats arrived in the country on Monday night and are currently in good spirits. He also said that five Bahamians are still in Haiti awaiting return home.

“I just wanted to report as Minister of Foreign Affairs that I was very pleased last night (Monday) to receive all four of our Bahamian diplomats from Haiti on Bahamian soil. They arrived around 8pm last evening. They’re all in good spirits.

They’re all in good health,” he told reporters before going to a Cabinet meeting. “Of course, we were working assiduously to get them home since last week Wednesday following the tragic killing of Haitian President Juvenal Moise.

We still have about five Bahamians in Haiti (and) some other residents that are normally in The Bahamas that we need to work on how we ameliorate their circumstances in the future. We’re working on that with my ministry and the health people and hopefully, we can come up with a conclusion really soon to see how we can best go forward.”

Asked when it is expected those people will return home, Mr Henfield was unable to say. “No, there is no

FOREIGN Affairs Minister Darren Henfield said that the diplomats arrived in the country on Monday night and are currently in good spirits.

timeline,” he said. “We have been working on this now since the closure of the borders, almost. Haiti presents to us a bit of a challenge in that they had no vaccination programme, and they went ahead as you know and held Carnival for what we saw as an incubator for COVID but we need to find a way to work through these circumstances. “… I reached out to my colleague the Prime Minister who was also a former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Claude Joseph several times. I’ve also spoken with their director general in the Ministry of Tourism and so we didn’t want

it to appear that we’re abandoning them in this hour of challenge.

“I wanted to reassure them that even though we want our people home, The Bahamas or the Bahamian government as well as CARICOM, we stand in solidarity with them and hope that this issue could come to an end very quickly.”

The Bahamas closed its embassy in Haiti last week, hours after President Moise was shot dead at his home by a group of masked assailants. His wife, Martine Moise, was also shot in the attack and is currently being treated in a US hospital.

Cayman: Panton maintains vaccination push; puts education, environment top of agenda From ensuring local school children are fed, to plans to reform workpermit fees, Premier Wayne Panton outlined his administration’s road map for the Cayman Islands Wednesday in his Strategic Policy Statement.

Panton, however, also used the opportunity to remind people that none of the government’s plans can be implemented if they do not hit the vaccination target of 80% of the population and get the economy rolling again.

“I am begging everyone in this country who has not taken the vaccine – not from a position of weakness but from a position of concern for the health of this country – to help us reach our goal. We cannot remain closed to the outside world forever. We have to let people come back into our country to help us rebuild,” Panton said as he delivered the 2022-

2024 Strategic Policy Statement in Parliament.

The premier reiterated government’s pledge to safely reopen borders and to make decisions that the public’s health at the forefront.

“We have a plan to reopen our borders, but nothing we come up with will work safely unless everyone in the Cayman Islands, who is capable of taking the COVID vaccine, takes it. We must realise the goal of vaccinating 80% of our population and we will continue to use the population figure of 71,100,” he said.

However, Panton said the reopening plan can be pulled back at anytime, based on government’s assessment at each stage.

“These assessments will be based on medical science and data,” he said, adding Cayman could see a return to mask-wearing and social distancing as visitors are allowed

back to local shores.

He urged residents not to be misled by those “spreading misinformation either deliberately or inadvertently”.

“The vaccine is safe… The reality is it is the only real solution we have to regaining some degree of normalcy with open borders, while still protecting the lives and health of our people,” he said.

Using the COVID outbreak in the British Virgin Islands for illustration, Panton said “that could constitute, as much as it would for us, a public health disaster”.

“We do not want this happening in the Cayman Islands,” he said as he pleaded for residents to roll up their sleeves.

“I am imploring those listening, those watching, if you haven’t been vaccinated and you are able to please do so. Do not wait, the lives of our people are at stake. The livelihoods of our people are at stake… in fact,

Premier Wayne Panton reiterated government’s pledge to safely reopen borders and to make decisions that the public’s health at the forefront.

for each individual their lives may be at stake personally if they are

unvaccinated,” he said. (Cayman Compass)

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Levelling up won’t make rich areas poorer, says Boris Johnson BORIS Johnson promised that the government will not make the “rich parts” of the UK poorer as it pursues its “levelling up” programme.

In a speech on Thursday, the prime minister said plans to invest more in deprived areas and improve skills are not a “jam-spreading exercise”.

He pledged to improve services and boost community pride after fuller plans are laid out this autumn.

But Labour described the PM’s speech as “an empty husk”.

Deputy leader Angela Rayner said he had “no plan for the future of our country other than pitching people and towns against each other”.

The Conservatives first promised to “level up” the country in their manifesto for the 2019 general election, in which they targeted - and won - so-called “red wall” parliamentary seats in the Midlands and northern England previously The plan, some of which has already been outlined, involves investing in transport, skills and businesses to address regional disparities.

The government is expected to publish more details in September.

But a group of 50 Conservative

MPs called this week for extra investment to be rolled out to northern England at a greater pace to deal with the economic impact of the pandemic.

In his speech -delivered in the West Midlands - the prime minister said that the government would have “made progress in levelling up when we have begun to raise living standards, spread opportunity, improved our public services and restored people’s sense of pride in their community”.

He also said that investing in more deprived areas will relieve pressure on parts of the UK that are “over-heating” and that previous governments focused too much on “areas where house prices are already sky-high and where transport is already congested”.

However, Mr Johnson insisted that there will not be “levelling down” in prosperous places, adding: “We don’t want to decapitate the tall poppies.

“We don’t think you can make the poor parts of the country richer by making the rich parts poorer.”

He said that “levelling up is not

a jam-spreading operation. It’s not robbing Peter to pay Paul. It’s not zero-sum. It’s win-win.”

In the Budget in March, Chancellor Rishi Sunak said applications were being sought for some of the £4.8bn Levelling Up Fund, which will invest in infrastructure such as town centres and local transport.

He also announced an extra £111m to fund work placements and training for 16 to 24-year-olds in England.

And eight freeports - including tax breaks for employers - have been promised.

But the Industrial Strategy Council, chaired by the Bank of England’s chief economist, said in March that the plans needed a “comprehensive reorientation”.

It added that they were “overreliant on infrastructure spending” and that “centrally controlled funding pots thinly spread across a range of initiatives” were unlikely to succeed.

For Labour, Ms Rayner said: “Boris Johnson has overseen the worst death toll in Europe and the greatest hit to any major economy.

The prime minister said plans to invest more in deprived areas and improve skills are not a “jam-spreading exercise”.

“Two years as prime minister and all we have is this empty husk of a speech that shows he has no plan for the future of our country other than pitching people and towns against

each other.”

She added: “He has no jobs promise for young people and he has no recovery plan for our children.”

(BBC)

Family’s famous 24-year search for their abducted son ends in reunion THE abduction of 2-year-old Guo Xinzhen in eastern China in 1997 sparked a desperate, seemingly never-ending nationwide search by his parents that inspired filmmakers to bring their story to the big screen.

But this week -- 24 years after his disappearance -- the search for Guo finally came to an end.

Police in Liaocheng City, Shandong province, said Monday they had found Guo, now an adult living in neighboring Henan province -- and had reunited him with his parents. Video footage of the reunion on Sunday, released by police, shows the family in tears and embracing tightly, crying out, “We found you, you’ve come back.”

Police said they had arrested two people who confessed to kidnapping and trafficking Guo. Guo had been abducted near his home by an unfamiliar woman, his parents told police in 1997.

Authorities collected blood, DNA samples and other evidence -- but with limited technology at the time, the case remained unsolved, the police said on their official social media account on Tuesday.

The case was never closed, and police say they continued investigating throughout the 24 years.

Guo Xinzhen’s father, Guo Gangtang, never stopped looking, either. After his son went missing, he embarked on a search across China,

The court ruled by a slim majority that the state of emergency wasn’t sufficient to enforce last year’s strict lockdown

Guo Xinzhen (centre) embraces his family at a reunion in Liaocheng, China, on July 11.

riding a motorbike through nearly all of the vast country’s provinces, covering 500,000 kilometers (310,685 miles), according to staterun news agency Xinhua.

He carried little with him except a bag full of fliers, and a flag emblazoned with a picture of his son.

He used up all his savings and racked up staggering debts, burning through 10 motorcycles on his long journey, Xinhua reported.

His search gained national attention when it inspired a 2015 movie, “Lost and Love,” starring Hong Kong actor Andy Lau. Gangtang couldn’t find his son -- but managed to help track down more than 100 other abducted children and reunite them with their

families, according to Xinhua.

This year, authorities hit upon a new lead. Using the latest technology including DNA analysis and facial feature comparison, the Ministry of Public Security found a potential match in Henan -- and when officers tracked the man down, DNA testing confirmed that it was the missing Guo Xinzhen.

Police detained a suspected child trafficker identified only as Hu, and his ex-girlfriend identified as Tang, according to the police’s social media post. The two confessed after interrogation, saying Tang had abducted Guo Xinzhen in 1997. She then met up with Hu, and the thencouple took a bus back to Henan, where they sold the child.

Covid: Spain’s top court rules lockdown unconstitutional SPAIN’S top court has ruled that last year’s strict coronavirus lockdown was unconstitutional.

The ruling leaves the door open for people who were fined for breaking the rules to reclaim the money they paid.

But the court said it would not accept lawsuits from people and businesses who want to sue the government because they lost money due to the lockdown.

The government declared a state of emergency on 14 March 2020 to curb the first wave of Covid-19 infections.

At the time, coronavirus cases and deaths were rising and hospitals were quickly becoming overwhelmed.

Since then, more than 81,000 people in Spain have died with coronavirus.

Spain has three levels of emergency: state of emergency, state of exception, and the highest level, state of siege.

Under the emergency rules almost all people in the country were ordered to stay at home, and were only permitted to leave for essential reasons. All but essential businesses were closed.

The laws were in place until June 2020, though some restrictions were reinstated later in the year when the country faced a second wave.

But Spain’s Constitutional Court said in a statement that it had voted, by a slim majority of six to five, to find that the state of emergency was not enough to give the restrictions constitutional backing.

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Top US generals feared Trump would have attempted a coup after election—new book THE top US military officer, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Gen. Mark Milley, was so shaken that then-President Donald Trump and his allies might attempt a coup or take other dangerous or illegal measures after the November election that Milley and other top officials informally planned for different ways to stop Trump, according to excerpts of an upcoming book obtained by CNN. The book, from Pulitzer Prizewinning Washington Post reporters Carol Leonnig and Philip Rucker, describes how Milley and the other Joint Chiefs discussed a plan to resign, one-by-one, rather than carry out orders from Trump that they considered to be illegal, dangerous or ill-advised.

“It was a kind of Saturday Night Massacre in reverse,” Leonnig and Rucker write.

The book, “I Alone Can Fix It,” scheduled to be released next Tuesday, chronicles Trump’s final year as president, with a behind-the-scenes look at how senior administration officials and Trump’s inner circle navigated his increasingly unhinged behavior after losing the 2020 election. The authors interviewed Trump for more than two hours.

The book recounts how for the first time in modern US history the nation’s top military officer, whose role is to advise the president, was preparing for a showdown with the

Mark Milley testifies during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on March 4, 2020.

commander in chief because he feared a coup attempt after Trump lost the November election.

The authors explain Milley’s growing concerns that personnel moves that put Trump acolytes in positions of power at the Pentagon after the November 2020 election, including the firing of Defense Secretary Mark Esper and the resignation of Attorney General William Barr, were the sign of something sinister to come.

Milley spoke to friends, lawmakers and colleagues about the threat of a coup, and the Joint Chiefs chairman felt he had to be “on guard” for what might come.

“They may try, but they’re not going to f**king succeed,” Milley told his deputies, according to the

authors. “You can’t do this without the military. You can’t do this without the CIA and the FBI. We’re the guys with the guns.”

In the days leading up to January 6, Leonnig and Rucker write, Milley was worried about Trump’s call to action. “Milley told his staff that he believed Trump was stoking unrest, possibly in hopes of an excuse to invoke the Insurrection Act and call out the military.”

Milley viewed Trump as “the classic authoritarian leader with nothing to lose,” the authors write, and he saw parallels between Adolf Hitler’s rhetoric as a victim and savior and Trump’s false claims of election fraud.

“This is a Reichstag moment,” Milley told aides, according to the

book. “The gospel of the Führer.”

Ahead of a November pro-Trump “Million MAGA March” to protest the election results, Milley told aides he feared it “could be the modern American equivalent of ‘brownshirts in the streets,’” referring to the proNazi militia that fueled Hitler’s rise to power.

Rucker and Leonnig interviewed more than 140 sources for the book, though most were given anonymity to speak candidly to reconstruct events and dialogue. Milley is quoted extensively and comes off in a positive light as someone who tried to keep democracy alive because he believed it was on the brink of collapse after receiving a warning one week after the election from an old friend.

“What they are trying to do here is overturn the government,” said the friend, who is not named, according to the authors. “This is all real, man.

You are one of the few guys who are standing between us and some really bad stuff.”

Milley’s reputation took a major hit in June 2020, when he joined Trump during his controversial photo-op at St. John’s Church, after federal forces violently dispersed a peaceful crowd of social justice protesters at Lafayette Square outside the White House.

To make matters worse, Milley wore camouflage military fatigues throughout the incident. He later apologised, saying, “I should not

have been there.”

But behind the scenes, the book says Milley was on the frontlines of trying to protect the country, including an episode where he tried to stop Trump from firing FBI Director Chris Wray and CIA Director Gina Haspel.

Leonnig and Rucker recount a scene when Milley was with Trump and his top aides in a suite at the Army-Navy football game in December, and publicly confronted White House chief of staff Mark Meadows.

“What’s going on? Are you guys getting rid of Wray or Gina?” Milley asked. “Come on chief. What the hell is going on here? What are you guys doing?”

“Don’t worry about it,” Meadows said. “Just some personnel moves.”

“Just be careful,” Milley responded, which Leonnig and Rucker write was said as a warning that he was watching.

The book also sheds new light on Trump’s descent into a dark and isolated vacuum of conspiracy theories and self-serving delusions after he was declared the loser of the 2020 election.

After the January 6 insurrection, the book says Milley held a conference call each day with Meadows and then-Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. Leonnig and Rucker report the officials used the calls to compare notes and “collectively survey the horizon for trouble.”

Afghanistan: US to evacuate endangered translators THE United States is set to begin evacuations of Afghan interpreters who assisted US-led forces during the conflict and are deemed to be at risk.

Operation Allies Refuge is set to start during the last week of July, the White House said.

It comes as the US withdraws its forces from Afghanistan ahead of an 11 September deadline set by President Joe Biden.

In recent weeks, the Taliban have made rapid advances across the country.

“These are courageous individuals. We want to make sure we recognise and value the role they’ve played over the last several years,” White House spokeswoman Jen Psaki told a briefing.

An official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told the Reuters news agency that the initial evacuation will include about 2,500 people who are likely to be housed in military

facilities, either in the US or a third country, while their visa applications are processed.

The Special Immigrant Visa program is offered to those who worked with the US government or the American-led military force during the Afghanistan war that began in 2001.

The threat of retaliation has been heightened as the Taliban make rapid advances across the country, seizing a series of border posts from Afghan forces, including crossings with Iran, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan.

Taliban militants were reported on Wednesday to have raised their flag at the key Spin Boldak crossing near Kandahar.

Many fear Afghan security forces will collapse completely under the onslaught, with former US President George W Bush - who was behind the decision to send US troops to the country in 2001 - warning that the

An Afghan interpreter (right) helps an American soldier to question local residents in Afghanistan.

consequences of the US withdrawal were likely to be “unbelievably bad”.

In an interview with German broadcaster Deutsche Welle this week, Mr Bush said he believed the people of Afghanistan were being

“left behind to be slaughtered”.

The Taliban, who controlled Afghanistan from the mid-90s until the US invasion, have been accused of various human rights and cultural abuses.

They support Islamic punishments - such as public executions of convicted murderers - as well as the banning of television, music and cinema, and disapprove of girls over 10 going to school. (BBC)

22 CLASSIFIEDS TCI GIFTS BOUTIQUE

#238 HIGHLAND ESTATE, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

• Receive money, help clients, answer phone, etc • To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 649-331-4125 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 25815

TASTY CAFÉ

Church Folly, Grand Turk Is Seeking to employ a

WAITRESS/ KITCHEN HELPER

Duties: To greet and seat Customers and take food And drink Orders, help the Kitchen staff in cleaning. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 331-0375

Belongers are asked to Submit a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board.

This position is Currently held by a Work Permit holder.

25866

July 17-23, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TRANQUILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT #17 SAILFISH LANE, VENETIAN ROAD, Provo Is seeking a

GARDENER

To keep septic, cistern and gutter systems clean and disinfected, maintain cleanliness of properties, wash windows, etc. Car Required.

Must SPEAK English, Spanish.

Wed-Sun inclusive. Salary: $6.50 hourly CONTACT: 231-1474 EMAIL: TRANQUILITYTCI@GMAIL.COM P.O. BOX 433, PROVIDENCIALES BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD

BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

25840

STEPHANIE’S BEAUTY SALON LIGHTHOUSE ROAD GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

NAIL TECHNICIAN Duties: to design paint and refill Nails, to do Pedicures and manicures. SALARY: $9.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5785

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To The Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a Work permit holder. 25864

UNIQUE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

#22 HORIZON HOUSE UNIT C, PROVIDENCIALES 649-245-4153 email: upmbs. tci@gmail.com

MAINTENANCE PERSON

To weed, shape trees, water plants, maintain the cleaning of the yards, pick up and throw out trash of the managed properties.

Salary $6.50 per hour

CARL BEEN

GERALDINE ALLEYNE

2 LABOURERS

DOMESTIC WORKER

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ two Duties: To clean and maintain premises at job sites and assist skill workers on job sites and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 346-6278

BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY. THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL. QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT 25785

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holders. 25859

WILDON CLIMO

WESLEY METHODIST SCHOOL

31 IRON CRES, PHASE 2, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

NANNY/ HOUSEKEEPER

LEEWARD PALMS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 232-7318

CONTACT: 941-4791

TCMILLWORK LTD. Architectural Woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South Dock Road, P.O. Box 238 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

(1) CABINET MAKER, (1) FURNITURE CARPENTER - (2)FINISH CARPENTERS Salary at $9.00 per hour DUTIES: Joinery, manufacturing, finishing and or re-finishing of furniture, cabinets and woodwork in general including installation.

Position: (1) Machinery Technician SKILLS REQUIRED: • Suitable candidate must have at least five 5 years work experience.

• Duties - maintaining, adjusting, tuning, and repairing woodworking machinery.

Such as 5 heads molder machine, hydraulic press, planner, shaper, thickness sander, etc.

• Trained to fit this position.

Salary at $9.00 per hour SKILLS REQUIRED & DUTIES FOR ALL POSITIONS BELOW: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high-end cabinetry.

• Must be familiar with operation of all current woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices.

• Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings.

• English speaking, bilingual preferred.

• Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance.

• Must be professional and courteous PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS TO: TCMILLWORK@TCIWAY.TC. CONTACT PERSON: STEPHANE GAUDET 231-4537.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF RESUME TO LABOUR EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT. ALL POSITIONS ARE HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS.

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises at job sites and assist with upkeep and maintenance of property and any other duties as may be necessary.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-0494

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 25862

CONTACT: 232-0976

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 25857

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

INSIGHT LTD

preparing painting surfaces by removing old paint tel: 946-5700

BAKER SUPERVISOR $9.00P/H

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION,

#5 Eddie Laporte Plaza, Academy Ave.

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

25833

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting shelves, sweeping, cleaning Bathrooms and making beds and any Other Chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

HOWARD DICKENSON

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT

• Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing. Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position

Waterloo Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Prepare mixes for baking Tel: 399-9000

VILLA DEL MAR

Bonaventure Cres, Grace Bay Tel: 649-941-5160

MAINTAINER $9.00P/H Perform minor fixes.

SOUTHWIND MILLWORK

6 Industrial park Rd,

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25856

FINISH PAINTER $10.00 P/H

#53, P. O. Box 68, Blue Mountain, provo Tel: 231-0337

MASON - $300.00 P/W

Layering building materials.

KALOOKI’S

#1 Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay Rd,

COOK $7.00 P/H

Prepares foods to the specifications of the client. Tel: 399-9000

BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR B. ALL POSITIONS ARE HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

DOMINO CREATIVE LTD. is looking to employ a

DESIGN DIRECTOR CANDIDATES MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING: ▪ 15+ years’ experience in residential, commercial, and hospitality design.

▪ A bachelor’s degree from a recognized 4 year program, along with extensive knowledge of AutoCAD 2020, Xcel, and SketchUp. ▪ Ability to run projects from initiation to completion, including Programming and Design development, Working Drawing

Packages, Tendering, and managing Construction Administration.

▪ Good client interaction skills and familiarity with North American furniture suppliers and be willing to work under deadlines as required.

Remuneration based on experience, commencing at $6,000.00 per month.

This job position is currently held by a work permit holder.

All suitably qualified TC Islanders are requested to resumes/portfolios to PO Box 560, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI or send by fax to 946 4663.

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

25868

JOB OPPORTUNITY

LIVE-IN NANNY/HOUSEKEEPER REQUIRED

Experienced full-time and live-in Nanny/Housekeeper is needed for a private home at the Golf Club Villas in Providenciales operated by Fish Overseas Ltd. Applicants must speak English, must be fit and able, hold a valid driver’s licence and be prepared to work evenings and weekends.

Applicants must have at least seven years’ experience with childcare and general housekeeping duties.

Salary commences at $6.25 per hour and is based on level of experience.

ALL SUITABLY QUALIFIED TC ISLANDERS ARE REQUESTED TO SUBMIT RESUMES/ PORTFOLIOS TO PO BOX 560, REGENT HOUSE WEST, REGENT VILLAGE, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI OR SEND BY FAX TO 946 4663.

PROSPECTIVE TC ISLANDER APPLICANTS ARE ALSO FREE TO LODGE A COPY OF THEIR APPLICATIONS WITH THE LABOUR BOARD 25870

July 17-23, 2021 KESHINA PARKER Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Duties: To clean and maintain premises By removing all trash and debris inside And outside and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 432-1579

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 25860

KC BAR & GRILL

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

L.A.F. CONSTRUCTION Providenciales, Grand Turk.

Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

Duties: To Install Structures and fixtures, Doors, Windows, install roofing System and must be able to use electrical tools. Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 343-6168

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

25865

Kew Town

2 WAITRESSES - $6.25 HOURLY

Serving food and drinks

2 BARMAIDS - $6.25 HOURLY

2 WAITRESSES -$6.25 HOURLY

2 BARMAIDS - $6.25

DOLPHINS SPORTS BAR AND GRILL

#31 Airport Road

Serving food and drinks

Kew Town

2 WAITRESSES - $6.25 HOURLY

2 BARMAIDS - $6.25 HOURLY Serving drinks and cleaning bar.

649-331-6364

S & B CONSTRUCTION

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER Duties: To clean and

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting shelves, sweeping, cleaning Bathrooms and making beds and any Other Chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 246-5104

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 25862

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is currently held by a Work Permit Holder.

25861 PEARLS BAR AND RESTAURANT

Serving food and drinks

INDIAN PLAZA BAR & RESTAURANT

NAOMI BEEN

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Provide beauty services, Such as shampooing, cutting, Coloring and styling hair, and Massaging and treating scalp, To apply makeup, dress wigs, Provide nail and skin care Services. Must be willing to work 6 days a week. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

Serving drinks and cleaning bar.

2 BARMAIDS - $6.25 HOURLY

KEW TOWN BAR & GRILL

COSMOTOLOGIST

Serving food and drinks

Airport Road, Providenciales

Serving drinks and cleaning bar.

NORTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Behind Ball Park, Down Town

2 WAITRESSES - $6.25 HOURLY Serving food and drinks

MERCEDES BEAUTY SALON

CLASSIFIEDS 23

2 WAITRESSES - $6.25 HOURLY

2 BARMAIDS - $6.25 HOURLY Serving drinks and cleaning bar.

CARIBBEAN CAFÉ

Airport Road, Providenciales

2 WAITRESSES - $6.25 HOURLY

Serving food and drinks

2 BARMAIDS - $6.25 HOURLY Serving drinks and cleaning bar.

649-331-6364

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD WORK PERMIT HOLDERS HOLD POSITIONS

25867

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS H2O LIFESTYLE RESORT 11 LONG BAY DRIVE PROVIDENCIALES TKCA1ZZ, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

ASSISTANT MANAGER H2O Management Ltd. is seeking an assistant manager. The candidate must have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in hospitality management and finance. The applicant must be flexible to work weekends, holidays, night shift and be fluent in English, French and Spanish. Salary based on experience.

THE ROLE HAS RESPONSIBILITIES THAT INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO: • Assisting the general manager in the day-to day operation • Oversee the booking department • Set up every listing in the different booking channels • Ensure all emails are answered in an adequate time frame and a professional manner.

• Establish budget • Oversee, all financial transactions for the resort • Work closely with all departments.

• Responsible to approve all purchases and proceed orders

Belonger applicants are encouraged to send their resume to: julie@h2oresorttci.com

CONTACT: 242-1993

0ver Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

maintain premises at job sites and assist skill workers on job sites and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-6432

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 25858

THE SOURCE LTD

203W Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI

GUEST RELATIONS, SERVICE TRAINER & CUSTOMER MARKETING

We are looking for an experienced, friendly, and reliable Guest Relations and Service Trainer to join our company with experience in social marketing and a background in quantifiable performance measures. Looking to strengthen our team to cope with South American and European guests this applicant must be fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. Applicant will be responsible for all aspects of Guest Relations; overseeing and training other concierges; assisting with staff scheduling; guest facing service training for house staff to meet and or exceed the guest expectation. The Applicant will also be responsible for managing marketing initiatives to Customers. This person will have experience in guest relations for high-end accommodation, preferably established hotels and provide back up and support to the reservations team. The position is an integral part of making our guests stay memorable from enquiry stage through to departure.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION: • Improve and implement training program for guest relations, with a focus on emotional hospitality.

• Develop, maintain, and measure success of revenue opportunities in concierge department.

• Develop and manage guest satisfaction measures.

• Organize and execute events for high-profile guests.

• Continue engagement with customers through social marketing- Instagram and Facebook.

• Prepares for customer service inquiries by studying services and customer service processes.

• Responds to customer inquiries.

• Communicating with guest and others over the phone, internet and in person.

Documenting inquiries and responses from guests.

• Skills in problem solving in difficult circumstances and time constraints.

• Skill and imagination in creating incredible itineraries and luxury highly serviced experiences for demanding guests.

CONCIERGE REQUIREMENT AND QUALIFICATIONS • Degree in Hospitality or Business Management.

• Must have participated in other certificate training programs, such as tourism marketing, event planning, travel planning, customer service, training the trainer, Service with a leading edge, Red Cross/CPR • Minimum 5 years’ experience in luxury and high-end hotel / accommodations.

• Experience in organizing events and parties.

• Experience in social marketing initiatives targeting guests.

• Qualifications and expertise in training others.

• Previous guest service training experience at a five-star facility, General consulting skills, multi-tasking.

• Multi-lingual, fluent in English, Spanish and Portuguese is preferred • Must be able to work efficiently under pressure.

INTERESTED PERSONS ARE ASKED TO EMAIL A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO HR@THESOURCE.TC 25817

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Dolphin Ave Leeward, Providenciales Telephone: 946-5754,/231-4480

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

THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO COMMENCE SEPTEMBER 2021

SCIENCE TEACHER

You will be required to teach Physics, Biology and Chemistry up to IGCSE level. Applicants must hold a Teaching Degree or similar teaching qualification. You must have five years’ experience working within a British National Curriculum School. Salary range is commensurate with experience, from $40,000 – $50,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week). This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

SPANISH TEACHER

You will be responsible for teaching Spanish to children throughout the primary and middle schools. Applicants should hold a Teaching Degree and have previous experience teaching Spanish. Salary range is commensurate with experience, from $36,000 – $43,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week). This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

PE/MATH TEACHER

The role will be split into two key areas of responsibility. You will be responsible for the teaching of Mathematics across KS3. You will also have a subject specialism/experience in teaching PE and lead the planning and delivery of PE across our Primary and Middle School phases. Applicants should hold a Teaching Degree and have previous experience teaching Math and PE. Salary range is commensurate with experience, from $36,000 – $43,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week).

This is a new position.

CLASS TEACHER

Your responsibilities will include caring for, planning for and teaching a class of primary school age children. Applicants must hold a Teaching Degree in Primary Education or similar teaching qualification. You must have at least two years’ experience working within a British National Curriculum School.

Salary range is commensurate with experience, posts of responsibility and qualifications, from $36,000 - $52,000 per annum (based on 40 hours per week). This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

PART-TIME CLEANER

Required to clean our school facilities including classrooms, bathrooms and outdoor areas. You will be required to work Monday – Friday from 1 pm – 5 pm. Applicants must be physically fit, hardworking, dependable and trustworthy and be able to provide excellent references. A good working knowledge of English is essential. Hourly rate: $7.00 per hour.

This is a new position.

We invite prospective applicants who are Turks Islanders to send copies of their applications to Providenciales Primary & Middle School and to The Immigration Board.

Please send a full resume, letter of application, certificates and police check, together with the names and phone numbers of two referees, to Toby Barkworth-Knight at middleschool@provoprimary.com.

The closing date for applications is 30th July, 2021

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Starting salary $6.25 per hr RESPONSIBILITIES: • Live on property/properties, Service two separate households • Care for two children, Run errands • All general house chores inc cleaning and cooking • Travel with family abroad at family convenience • Must have at least 10 yrs on island experience • Must have a clean police record

• Must be able to drive (valid TCI drivers' license) and have own vehicle

LESLIE WATTS

- 231-6184/231-3739 #531Chalk Sound, Providenciales

CLEANER & LABOUR

Salary $6.25 per hour Clean windows, yard, vehicle etc

QUINTIN SELVER

244-3173 9 Walker Lane, Kew Town

DOMESTIC WORKER - Salary $6.25 per hour General house chores etc

Positions are currently held by work permit holders.

Belongers are encouraged to send resume to Labour Department

COCO VIBES LTD

CHARLIE’S DEPOT

Industrial Drive, Provo. Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

• 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.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly.

CONTACT: 232-0004

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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25929

#57 EDEN LANE, LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

• Take coconuts off tree and peel them. Cleaning the restaurant. Preparing coconuts to eat.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 244-0786

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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Coral Gardens Resort Lower Bight, Providenciales, TCI. 649 941 8260

KITCHEN LABOURER SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Must be consistently punctual for work.

• Maintain a clean work station throughout shift.

• Must maintain a clean, well kept appearance upon arrival and through out shifts.

• Must be able to multi task in a fast pace, high pressure environment.

• Be able to stand on one’s feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds or more without physical restrictions.

• Be available to work days and nights, holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule • Must be able to take direction from superiors • Clean all floors in front and back of house at opening and closing • Must be able to communicate in English • Understanding of fundamental math with ability to effectively measure and or weigh ingredients as per recipes.

DUTIES: • Work with staff members to assure that the restaurant is clean and well maintained throughout the duration of their shift.

• Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef or other Management personnel to maintain a clean, safe environment for all employees to work in.

Wages: $7/hour. This is a permit renewal ad.

Applicants are to apply in person with a CV at Somewhere Café located at Coral Gardens Resort or email to: tbayley@ somewherecafeandlounge.com 649 941 8260

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TECHNOHONE

MORRIS PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

TCMILLWORK LTD.

208 Leeward Highway, Long Bay. Is seeking

TECHNICIAN Repair cellphones and computers.

Salary: $500 weekly

CONTACT: 343-8282

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25892

KITEBOARDING INSTRUCTORS

• Must have IKO Certification Level 1 or greater and at least 5 seasons of experience in kiteboarding instruction.

• Must be fluent in English and be proficient in a second language.

Salary: Compensation commensurate with experience

CONTACT: 649-442-2423

L ABOURER

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making.

• Trained to help cabinet maker, furniture carpenter Salary at $9.00 per hour SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION: • Individual must have previous experience with

EMAIL: TCKITEBOARDING@GMAIL.COM

DARD'S GROCERY

EASY WAY

EDWARD WATKINS

Acting on behalf of

Bottle Creek, North Caicos. 649-331-8136

Lower Bight, The Bight Is seeking to employ a

TROPICAL WAVES Sapodilla Bay 332-5705

MARINE MECHANIC

are needed to work on a shift system during hours of operation. Must be able to work overtime; receive, price and stock goods; have a working knowledge of how to operate a computer and have knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Salary: $7 per hour BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. RENEWAL AND FIRST TIME APPLICANT BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry.

• Must be familiar with operation of all current woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices.

• Must be able to read AutoCad drawings.

• English speaking, bilingual preferred.

- $350 weekly • Conducting plumbing and intake repairs.

• Troubleshooting engine and electrical problems.

• Replacing broken or worn-out engine parts.

RENALD JULIEN Glass Shack #88 242-4504

DOMESTIC WORKER

– $290 weekly Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

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: 243-4987

BELONGERS ONLY APPLY WORK PERMIT RENEWALS

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

VISTA DEVELOPMENT LTD

5 ACADEMY WAY, UNIT #1, PROVO Is seeking to employ a

25957

DUTIES: Joinery, manufacturing, finishing and or re-finishing of furniture, cabinets and woodwork in general including installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance.

Must be professional and courteous.

PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS TO: TCMILLWORK@TCIWAY.TC CONTACT PERSON: STEPHANE GAUDET 231-4537.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of resume to Labour Department. All positions are held by work permit holders.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25916

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TAINO CATERING PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES

#2 South Dock Road, Industrial park. Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands

25906

25909

Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay Road, #E103 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

MAID IT

2 CLEANERS

JOB DESCRIPTION

OWNER LIAISONS REPRESENTATIVE Property Development firm looking for an Owner Liaisons Representative to oversee all local and international marketing and sales efforts and act as a primary liaison with owners, tenants, existing vendors and brokers.

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 442-7201

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

25907

Candidates must have 15+ years’ experience in true 5-star luxury resorts and have a Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management and tourism and a Master’s degree in leadership management. Candidates must have knowledge of the sales process, local laws related to real estate and business analysis.

Additionally candidates must have ability and proven record to meet sales goals, engage in negotiation, accommodate customer needs, build relationships and manage processes.

Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is required.

Must be fluent in English, German and French and knowledge of Scandinavian languages will be a benefit.

Must be flexible with hours; on call 24 hours per day and works weekends as well as requires minimal supervision to work with good time management skills. Salary $2,500 per month.

Please submit resumes to matt@pronetcapital.com by 30th July 2021

KITCHEN HELPER

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 332-8501

25919

ENGINETECH AUTO MARINE

Unit #1 Club Sodiax Bldg., Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

4 MECHANICS

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 25926

ISHEKA THOMAS

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 25945

HENRY WILSON

#65 WALTER COX DRIVE, KEW TOWN

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.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary $10 per hour

CONTACT: 332-7196

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

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RCO LTD

GRAPESEED AVE, LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

#353 GRACE BAY ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a

HOUSEKEEPER

WAITRESS

CONTACT: 242-5113

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment. Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.

25923

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25924

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing. Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards. Salary: $6.25 hourly Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

MOOKIE’S WHOLESALE & RETAIL Hospital Road, Grand Turk. Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

- $6.50 HOURLY

CONTACT: 241-6698

STEPHEN FORBES

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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: $6.25 hourly

Clean the house, mopping the floor, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and etc.

CONTACT: 346-7269

CONTACT: 342-3713 OR 244-4853

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

25925

25905

#42 Celestial Circle, Belglade Gardens, Blue Hills, Wheeland Is seeking a

– $6.50 HOURLY

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds position 25930

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle speak during an interview with Oprah Winfrey.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s interview with Oprah Winfrey nominated for an Emmy MEGHAN Markle and Prince Harry’s bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey captured the attention of the world — including Emmy voters.

The CBS broadcast of that interview was nominated Tuesday for outstanding hosted nonfiction series or special at September’s Emmy Awards ceremony.

It was during that two-hour special, which aired in March, that Harry and

Meghan spoke about feeling unsupported by the British palace before they stepped down from their senior royal duties and left the United Kingdom.

Harry and Meghan, who welcomed their second child — daughter Lilibet Diana — last month, now live in Southern California.

Meghan, 39, also spoke to Winfrey about struggling with her mental health during her time in the U.K., and said she

learned of concerns within the palace about “how dark” their son Archie’s skin might be before his 2019 birth.

The other 2021 nominees for outstanding hosted nonfiction series or special are “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy;” David Letterman’s “My Next Guest Needs No Introduction:”;“United Shades Of America With W. Kamau Bell” and Showtime’s “Vice.”

The former “Empire” star is accused of doing a hoax hate crime in Chicago in early 2019 with the help of Abimbola and Olabinjo Osundairo, brothers who are expected to testify for prosecutors.

Ex-’Empire’ actor Jussie Smollett returns to court for private hearing about defense attorney ACTOR Jussie Smollett returned to court Wednesday for a closed hearing over his legal representation in his criminal case.

The former “Empire” star is accused of doing a hoax hate crime in Chicago in early 2019 with the help of Abimbola and Olabinjo Osundairo, brothers who are expected to testify for prosecutors.

Wednesday’s hearing concerns a potential conflict of interest for Smollett’s wouldbe attorney Nenye Uche, who the Osundairo brothers allege offered to represent them, and spoke extensively about the case, long before he signed to represent Smollett.

Uche has repeatedly denied

ever having any conversations with the brothers.

“The prosecution should focus on prosecuting the case as opposed to trying to prosecute the defense attorney,” Uche said at a previous hearing.

“That’s enough,” Judge James Linn said. “You vented, you vented.”

“It’s not venting, it’s making a record,” Uche said.

“You don’t get to put words in my mouth, I’m not venting — excuse me, excuse me your honor, I’m going to finish my statement … you have to allow us to talk, we’re not kids.”

Judge Linn will hear testimony which could lead to Uche being disqualified from the case.

The singer has expressed a preference to select her own legal team.

Britney Spears can hire own lawyer in conservatorship case, judge rules A LOS Angeles judge has said US pop star Britney Spears can choose her own lawyer in the fight to end her controversial conservatorship.

The ruling came on Wednesday as Spears addressed a court for the second time in less than a month.

Spears demanded once again that her father, Jamie Spears, be removed from the legal agreement that has controlled her affairs for years.

In court last month, she made a dramatic plea to end the agreement.

On Wednesday she repeated that appeal in an emotional

statement in which she called for her father to be charged with “conservatorship abuse”.

“I’m here to press charges.

I’m angry and I will go there,” Spears said, speaking to the court over a lawyer’s phone.

“You’re allowing my dad to ruin my life. I have to get rid of my dad and charge him with conservatorship abuse,” she said.

Spears, 39, has been under the conservatorship since 2008, when concerns over her mental health prompted her father to petition the court for legal authority over his daughter’s life.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE TAG SECURITY SERVICES #3 MARKET PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES

10 SECURITY OFFICERS Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry.

Obtains help by sounding alarms. Salary $8 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 332-1957

TWO MONKEY’S 66 Industrial Drive Is seeking to employ a

BAKER

Measure and mix raw ingredients, bake and decorate items, and ensure that all raw and finished goods adhere to quality and food safety standards. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 245-0961

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25880

SAINTALESTE OLIBRICE

LOGWOOD CONTRACTING

25874

Five Cays, Providenciales, 346-0972

DOMESTIC WORKER

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.

25885

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER • Cleaning.

• Must know cleaning procedure • Mon-Sat; 8am to 5pm Salary: $6.50 hourly CONTACT: JAVANO FORBES 649-241-1072 EMAIL: LOGWOODCONTRACTINGPLS@ GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 25881

ALICE MORLEY

Kaloolistci@gmail.com

2 KITCHEN HELPER $6.25P/H

COYABA RESTAURANT

TURXX LTD

#5 academy way, down town

COOK $7.00 P/H

14 Caribbean paradise inn, Grace Bay Tel; 946-5186

SOUS CHEF $$600.00 BEWEEKLY

Assist in preparation and execution of private cheffing jobs in offsite villa/ hotel locations.

Prepares foods to the specifications of the client.

MILLHOUE SYLLA

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

LABOURER

CONTACT: JAVANO FORBES 649-241-1072 EMAIL: LOGWOODCONTRACTINGPLS@ GMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD

BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 25882

IN THIS SPACE!

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: $8.50 hourly

ONLY

$33

PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

CONTACT: 241-9355

LOGWOOD CONTRACTING

• Excellent in project management. Construction of high-end residential houses, villas, commercial building and industrial.

• Very good knowledge in doing work program to be presented to clients.

Salary: $750 weekly

ADVERTISE

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25883

BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Website: tcweeklynews.com

Robinson St., Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT

clean kitchen areas and wash dishes.

Tel: 246-5644

Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

WALKER CONSTRUCTION

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

South dock rd.

946-4664

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 347-3444

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

25876

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION #101 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay. Is seeking

CARPENTER - $8 HOURLY

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

POOL MECHANIC - $10 HOURLY

Checking pool/fixing pool cracks.

CONTACT: 649-331-9854

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

25877

PLATED T.C.I

Long Bay Hills, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

COOK

Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.

Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers. Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 241-8382

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

25878

H2O LIFESTYLE 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

11 LONG BAY DRIVE PROVIDENCIALES TKCA1ZZ, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN

ACCOUNTANT

To manage all financial transactions for the resort, ensuring accurate entries from various outlets, reconciling bank statements, payroll, vendor payments, strata collections, owner statements and calculating tax payments.

To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with bookkeeping, excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, knowledgeable in QuickBooks Desktop Pro, QuickBooks POS, and experienced working with Excel Sheets. Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills. BSc in Accounting, diploma or equivalent.

Salary based on experience.

Belonger applicants are encouraged to send their resume to julie@h2oresorttci.com

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ADRIENNE VARIETY SHOP #31 BLUE HILLS PROVIDENCIALES TCI

DOMESTIC WORKER

General cleaning , Sweeping, mopping, dusting, cooking.

All other chores.

5 days. Renewal.

Salary: $6.25hr

Overback, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

FISHERMAN Uses equipment like nets,

fishing rods, and traps, to catch fish and other marine life that will be consumed by humans or used as animal feed or bait. Salary: $350 weekly

CONTACT: 343-5054

Belongers only apply

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

BIG AL’S ISLAND BURGER

ARTHUR DEAN

TELE: 6493447614 25830

Saltmills Plaza, Grace Bay Road, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 941-3797

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

25834

MAC MOTORS LTD.

ALEXANDER MESA

25807

#47 Kew Town, Apt. #3 Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

CLEANER

• Clean Showroom & Bathrooms • Clean kitchen, takeout garbage • Must be willing to work on weekends/ holidays • Must have a clean TI police record Starting Wage: $6.25/hour This Ad is for work permit renewal.

However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders.

SECURITY

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

* Must have minimum 3 years experience in Water Sports Rental Shop, in the Caribbean * English, French & Spanish * Strong Client skills and pleasant personality * mathematically Strong * able to lift 30 lb. chairs * able to set up HOBIE Cat sail boat * must be able to start at 6 am, hours based on weekly schedule * Wage: $6.25 per hour.

This position is for work permit renewal Please email: info@bohioresort.com

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their work permit to the Labour Department 25709

CASABLANCA CASINO

Is accepting applications for the following positions:

BLACKJACK DEALERS/ DICE DEALERS

Salary $9.00-$14.00/ hour All candidates should have at least 2-3 years’ experience in the same field, excellent full knowledge of all casino table games and excellent knowledge of Blackjack table game and/or dice game. Job summary: carry out specific tasks in the gaming operation to the highest standard efficiency and customer service in accordance with gaming policies and procedures laid down by the company and gaming laws.

PLEASE DROP OFF CV’S ADDRESSED TO HR, AT THE CASABLANCA CASINO LOCATED ON 226 GRACE BAY ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES. OR EMAIL AT INFO@CASABLANCA.TC. TEL: 941-3737. POSITIONS PRESENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS. 25818

CONTACT: 242-3875

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 25844

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ aa

CONTACT: 241-8730

GRAND TURK Water Sports Rental Associate

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 per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

WATCH 21 SECURITY LTD.

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms. Salary: $7.00 per hour

BOHIO RESORT

• Clean work shop & yard • Clean stores area, takeout garbage • Wash and detail vehicles • Must be willing to work on weekends/holidays • Must have a clean TI police record.

Starting Wage: $6.25/hour This Ad is for work permit renewal.

However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders.

DROP YOUR RESUME OFF AT MAC MOTORS LTD. 1089 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES TCI OR CONTACT US ON 649-339-3841 OR EMAIL AT JODELL@CLAYMORE.TC 25748

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 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25841

LABOURER

IVENA BROOKS

BREEZY BRAE,Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 241-2518

25843

C&S PROFESSIONAL

ACTING ON BEHALF OF WATKINS VARIETY STORE Thomas Watkin Yard, Kew Town Tel: 649-344-4360

CASHIER

- $6.50 HOURLY Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct.

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CURRENTLY HOLDS THIS POSITION 25801

CAVELL WILLIAMS is looking for a

BABYSITTER

to care for an active toddler. Duties include child care, laundry, cleaning and ironing.

ADDRESS: 29 REO DR., JUBA SOUND, PROVIDENCIALES CONTACT 649-244-3089, EMAIL: CAVELLWILLIAMS504@ GMAIL.COM

This is a work permit renewal.

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

25851

Momentous Ltd. is seeking a qualified individual for the following position.

Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered. All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be nonsmokers, must have a valid passport, and be able to travel globally.

Applicants will be required to pass a written skills and fluency (English) test. This position is currently occupied by a Work Permit holder. Qualified Turks Islander applicants are invited to forward resumes to the Labour Board. Applications can be submitted online at www.momentous.com.

ASSISTANT MANAGER – BUSINESS OPERATIONS SALARY $30,000

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: ● Overall management of day-to-day business operations ● Maintain current corporate documents and manage all corporate filings ● Manage and negotiate all contracts (i.e. Leases) and policies (i.e.

Insurance) ● Liaise with suppliers for general office functions and maintain inventory ● Create and interpret reports (i.e. financial, inventory, clients) ● Provide high-quality administrative and clerical assistance to top-level executives ● Business analytics, reporting, and suggestions; financial and operational ● Website development, dns management, domain and sub domain creation ● Maintain and support all IT, including network and email setups and management, as well as hardware and software installation ● Domain portfolio management EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: ● 10+ years of working in an operations role within an office environment ● 10+ years experience with business analytics and reporting ● 10+ years of advanced experience with Adobe Pro and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Powerpoint, etc.) ● 10+ years reviewing contracts and leases ● 10+ years creating and implementing systems and procedures ● 10+ years creating and maintaining training and policy manuals ● 10+ years of inventory tracking and supply orders ● 10+ years of website development experience, WordPress preferable ● 5+ years experience with marketing, social media, Canva, Photoshop, photo editing, and photography ● 5+ years managing, supervising, and maintaining physical premises ● 5+ years working directly with the owner/s and/or director/s ● 5+ years building relationships with suppliers ● 5+ years of creating and managing budgets and projects ● Domain industry knowledge required, including dns, czds, tlds, ngtlds, etc ● Familiarity and capability to create domains and subdomains with use of FileZilla

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COCO BISTRO

CRUST HOLDINGS LTD

Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay Rd, Providenciales Contact 432-6266 /e-mail – crustbakeryorders@gmail.com

LOOKING FOR A PASTRY SUPERVISOR

• Assist Bakers in creating all baked goods menus.

• Must have experience managing a team • Help design the dessert menus and develop new recipes • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays • In Charge of day to day operations of the wholesale department • Costing in both labor and COGS a must.

• Salary $40k-$50k per year based on qualifications and experience Positions are currently held by work permit holders.

Positions open to qualified Belongers.

BELONGERS SHOULD SEND RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT OR DROP. RESUME AT CRUST BAKERY – GRACE BAY COURT 25786

COOK

CONTACT: 946-5369. EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Deadline for application is July 22nd, 2021

EDELINE CESAR

Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

LOOKING FOR KITCHEN HELPER, BAKERS

• Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays • Hardworking individual ready to be part of our team • Duties to include general cleaning of bakery • Salary $6.50 - $7per hour base

• Making and creating all manner of baked

goods, pastries, confections, and other desserts for restaurant and wholesale • Must have experience in bakery setting • Help design the dessert menus and develop new recipes • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays • Starting Salary $18-24k per year based on qualifications and experience Positions are currently held by work permit holders.

POSITIONS OPEN TO QUALIFIED BELONGERS. BELONGERS SHOULD SEND RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT OR DROP RESUME AT CRUST BAKERY – GRACE BAY COURT 25787

ROCKEFELLER MERVEILLE BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES, 344-1113

DOMESTIC WORKER

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.

25855

ENID BEAUTY SALON #332 Back Road, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking a

COSMETOLOGIST - $7.25 HOURLY Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

Makeup, etc.

NAIL TECHNICIAN - $7.25 HOURLY

Basic manicures, nails, gel nails

artificial

BARBER - $8 HOURLY

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair MAKEUP SPECIALIST - $7.25 HOURLY

Apply makeup on clients.

CONTACT: 241-1465

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25543

JACQUELIN REMY PHASE 1, 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 housework.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 347-3388

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25871

HAIR DRESSER - $6.25 HOURLY

• Responsible for recipes and planning daily specials • Punctuality and adhering to management schedule • Making sure kitchen is closed properly • Must have 15 or more years if experience • Prepping for meals • Preparing orders as they are place Salary: $34,000 per annum. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay, Providenciales Contact 432-6266 /e-mail – gillian.crust@gmail.com

KITCHEN HELPER

CULTURE SALON & SPA

UNIT #8 WINDSOR PLAZA, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking a

#10 OAK AVENUE, GRACE BAY ROAD Is seeking to employ a

CRUST HOLDINGS LTD

BAKERS

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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: 343-82550

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25793

Shampooing, styling hair, treatments.

cutting, provide

and hair

BARBER - $6.25 HOURLY

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves.

NAIL TECHNICIAN - $6.25 HOURLY

Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing.

DA CONCH SHACK 51 Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

COOK

• Leading and teaching the team in the kitchen.

• Menu planning and ordering food and beverages.

• Course control.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week.

Salary: $9.25 hourly

CONTACT: 946-8877

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

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

ELIZABETH SQUARE LTD/ ALBERT MUSGROVE

EXAMPLE OF CHRIST

CONTACT: 347-3882

25835

25790

#8 Tropical Street, Behind Glass Shack

CARPENTER - $8 HOURLY

Install structures and fixtures. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials CONTACT: 231-0271 EMAIL: ALBERTDIAMOND2010@ HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. These positions are currently held by work permit holders 25812

OPPOSITE TROPICAL SHIPPMENT, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

RADIO HOST Host radio station. Salary: $300 weekly CONTACT: 242-5459

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25789

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

NURSING ASSISTANT

#30 NEPTUNE PLAZA, PROVIDENCIALES TCI Is seeking to employ a

NEPTUNE PLAZA, PROVIDENCIALES TCI Is seeking to employ a

REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES • Provide Massage Therapy for injured patients • Minimum of 6 years working at a Wellness Centre or similar environment • Post-Secondary degree or equivalent • Knowledge of current trends in a Wellness Centre and the ability to provide preventative care • Be proficient in Therapeutic Massage and be able to assess

range of motion and muscle strength • Experience in developing and implementing preventative maintenance programmes • Extensive knowledge of different styles of massage and treatment Monthly salary $2800.00 to $4000.00 depending on experience. Belongers only need to apply. The position is currently held by a work permit holder

EMAIL: CYNTHIA@GRACEBAYMEDICAL.COM PHONE: 649-941-5252. FAX: 649-946-8243

ANGELICA LIGHTBOURNE-PIERRE

JAMES GOLOB

NANNY

CARPENTER

PIRATE COURT, COOPER JACK BAY ROAD Is seeking to employ a

• Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards • To work 5 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-7125

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25879

Whitby, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

• Applicant must be honest, reliable and always willing to work.

• Painting of my property and my home.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-8719

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

25816

REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES • Certificate or equivalent in nursing assistant • Minimum of 5 years work experience in a fast-paced Urgent Care practice, hotel setting, experience in patient home care • Experience in sterilization protocol and how to operate the machine.

• setting up for, able to assist with procedures and examination • Must be able to work as part of our nursing team to ensure proper flow of patients • Computer knowledge, answering telephone, scheduling appointments, update and maintain patients EMR file

MONTHLY SALARY $2200.00 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. BELONGERS ONLY NEED TO APPLY. POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER EMAIL: CYNTHIA@GRACEBAYMEDICAL.COM PHONE: 649-941-5252 FAX: 649-946-8243 25821

JOHN JOSEPH Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-2986

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

25788

JOSEPH AGENOR

#6, #176 MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

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: 346-5152

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25838

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DOCUWIN

acting on behalf of Scottie & Jose Mechanics & Body Shop Old Airport Road, Providenciales is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

- Responsible for building and assembling machines or mechanical components according to requirements.

- Inspecting and repairing machines, engines, transmissions etc.

Salary: $ 10.00 hourly

CONTACT: 243-4905

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of the resume to the Labour Board. 25850

COCO BISTRO

CLYDE HOLIDAY

NORTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking a

#10 OAK AVENUE, GRACE BAY ROAD Contact: 946-5369. Email: cocobistro@tciway.tc

BAKER

FISHERMAN

• Making and creating all manner of baked goods, pastries, confections, and other desserts for restaurant and wholesale • Must have experience in bakery setting • Help design the dessert menus and develop new recipes • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays • Starting Salary $32,000 Per annum based on qualifications and experience THIS POSITION IS FOR A FIRST TIME APPLICANT. BELONGERS SHOULD SEND RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT

DocUwin

CANDESHA MILLS

acting on behalf of LIL'S SEAFOOD of Long Bay Road is seeking to employ a

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

(4) FISHERMEN

DOMESTIC WORKER/ BABYSITTER

- Set bait and pots, making sure locations were carefully noted for easy retrieval - Performed maintenance and repairs to pots and mechanical equipment.

- Assisted with ship engine maintenance, making adjustments as needed.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-8280

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25849

H.J’S MODERN CONSTRUCTION

#70 Five Cays Rd

DRYWALL FINISHER

WAITRESS

- $6.25 HOURLY Cleaning restaurant.

- $6.25 HOURLY Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment.

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

CONTACT: 246-5186

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25826

Belongrs are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Work permit renewals

JOSEPH SKIPPINGS

VERNICE JAMES

286 CHALK SOUND 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: $350 weekly.

CONTACT: 242-8790

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

25842

25832

IS SEEKING A:

CARETAKER (LIVE-IN)

DUTIES ARE: • Monitor and administer medication • Assess care planning • Provide companionship • Assist with basic needs • House keeping/grocery shopping • Any other duties within the scope of a Caretaker duties Salary: $6.25 per Hour working from Monday to Saturday CONTACT:

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 25808

AMBER STYLE

#134 South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

• 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

25875

VERNICE JAMES OR ALITH GARDINER KARMOUNT, BOTTLE CREEK, NORTH CAICOS @ 649-246-4700 OR 244-0227 BELONGERS SHOULD SUBMIT A COPY OF RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 25853

2 FIBER TECHNICIANS The successful candidates must be able to: • Install and maintain fiber, copper and COAX cables according to plan.

• Perform low-loss fiber splicing and cable jointing.

• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure that proper standards are followed.

Salary is $12.00 per hour (negotiable), 5 or 6 days per week depending on workload RENEWAL WORK PERMITS. QUALIFIED BELONGERS CAN SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT A RESUME TO: DIRECTOR OF FIBERWORKS #46 STINGRAY STREET COOPER JACK BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS EMAIL: CLAYTONFW@GMAIL.COM CONTACT: 333-0980 25794

KATHY LIGHTBOURNE IMAFIDON FRANCIS BUILDING, AIRPORT ROAD, 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: 241-5099

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25836

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 per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 244-7929

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

25809

JUDENEL AGENOR SOUTH DOCK ROAD PROVIDENCIALES 343-9913

NANNY

Care for the baby, wash his clothing and bottles, feed him, Clean his room, supervise him until we get home from work.

Pay: 6.25 per hour FIRST TIME APPLICATION. BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

EXAMPLE OF CHRIST MINISTRIES

Opposite Tropical Shipment, Five Cays Road Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER - $6.25 HOURLY

Cleaning the church.

CONTACT: 242-5459

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25831

EQUILIBRIUM SPA

REQUIRES

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 341-3398

CONTACT: CANDESHALMILLS@ GMAIL.COM THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGERS ARE KINDLY ASKED TO SUBMIT APPLICATION TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT/BOARD.

CONTACT: 243-5281

FIBERWORKS

GOOD TASTE RESTAURANT

Dock Yard, Kew Town 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: $8 hourly

Duties include: Providing care for an infant and two small children.

Hours of work: 9:00a.m to 5:00p.m. Monday-Friday

• Uses equipment like nets, fishing rods, and traps, to catch fish and other marine life that will be consumed by humans or used as animal feed or bait.

• To work 6 days a week Salary: $350 weekly

CHARLES TIPTON

Conch Shell Long Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Unit #3 Upper Level Airport, Providenciales Is seeking a

MASSAGE THERAPIST

DUTIES • Must be able to do all types of massages • Chair massages • Must have at least 5 years’ experience Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 941-7220 | EMAIL: INFO@EQUISPA.COM

This position is for work permit renewal qualified Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 25813

KENARD CRUISES LTD. 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 This job position is currently vacant.

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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STORE CLERK

COMMERCIAL BANKING MANAGER JOB GRADE: 9.1 ANNUAL SALARY: $88,500 – $140,500

The Commercial Banking Manager manages the Bank’s Commercial Department to achieve profitable growth at acceptable risk in loans, deposits, and other commercial services. The incumbent also provides service to customers who meet the Bank’s Scotia Service and Complaint Resolution Standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 1. Leads and drives a customer focused culture throughout their team to deepen client relationships and leverage broader Bank relationships, systems and knowledge.

2. Develops and leads the implementation of tactical plans to support the overall strategy for the commercial area and the achievement of the business objectives 3. Ensures the customer portfolio assigned to the Team, receives ongoing attention to maintain improve, and retain the relationship 4. Maintains a high market profile within the assigned market area with both internal and external contacts 5. The incumbent oversees the profitable development of Commercial and Corporate Credit business in the assigned territory 6. Contributes to the maintenance of an acceptable quality commercial credit portfolio and ensures the Bank's risk profile is mitigated 7. Contributes to the development of commercial credit policies, in particular, and the strategic direction of the Corporate and Commercial Bank, in general 8. Understand how the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions; 9. Creates and environment in which his/her team pursues effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational risk, regulatory compliance risk, AML/ATF risk and conduct risk, including but not limited to responsibilities under the Operational Risk Management Framework, Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Framework, AML/ATF Global Handbook and the Guidelines for Business Conduct.

10. Builds a high-performance environment and implements a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates their team by fostering an inclusive work environment; communicating vison/ values/business strategy and managing succession and development planning for the team.

REQUIREMENTS • Excellent knowledge of Commercial Banking Products and services, including working knowledge of the systems, routines and operating procedures; • Excellent credit skills and sound judgement, as demonstrated through his/her previous track record and experience; • Excellent risk assessment and analytical skills; • Excellent accounting and financial analysis skills; • Knowledge of completion and registration/renewal policies and procedures for security documents, and of procedures and standards for correspondence and credit returns; • Excellent coaching skills and knowledge of training resources made available by the Bank for use by self and subordinates; • Superior industry knowledge with areas of specialization where required; • Superior communication skills (oral and written); • Good understanding of commercial management systems; • Knowledge and understanding of the commercial and retail products used or of potential use to commercial customers and prospects; • Sales Management skills; • Ability to develop and maintain mutually beneficial banking relationship with clients; • Leadership and supervisory skills; • Graduate Degree and/or work equivalency.

Scotiabank offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with tremendous opportunities for personal and professional growth to the successful candidates.

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS NO LATER THAN JULY 23RD, 2021 TO: PAMELA TAYLOR – HR OFFICER PAMELA.TAYLOR@SCOTIABANK.COM SCOTIABANK (TURKS & CAICOS) LTD. P.O. BOX 15, 88 CHEROKEE ROAD, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Interested Belongers must also submit copies of their application to the Work Permit Board Zone 2 Jobregistration@gov.tc

Receive, price and display Stock. Must be able to move 40lbs boxes. Speak English and French. Salary $6.50 an hour. 6 days’ work week. 8am – 9pm Shift Work.

MAROSE LANDSCAPING & CLEANING SERVICES Bottle Way, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-5690

CLUB MED BOUTIQUE CALL 649-431-1689 WORK PERMIT RENEWAL

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

LARRY JOSEPH

LORENZO FRANCIS

25854

Airport Road, South Caicos Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

25828

Back 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, door frames.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

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: 247-3599

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. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 25820

SUPER CUTS BARBER SHOP

CONTACT: 442-0116

25795

MAGGIE’S RENTALS

MUSGROVE BLD, DOOR #2, AVIATION DRIVE Is seeking a

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

BARBER - $7 HOURLY

BEACH ATTENDANT

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves.

CLEANER - $6.25 HOURLY

Dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

CASHIER - $6.50 HOURLY

Receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due.

Set up beach chairs and umbrellas for cruise ship passengers, to offer and sell drinks to customers. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 245-7978

CONTACT: ALEX 243-5406

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds these positions 25827

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25798

SUPERIOR PAINTING

LANDE TAKE OUT

LEEWARD HIGHWAY, JUBA SOUND 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 hourly

CONTACT: 247-0801

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

25829

Blue Hills (mobile) Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER

• Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 346-5790

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25837

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MINOU HAIR BRAIDING STYLES

OVERBACK, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

2 HAIRSTYLISTS

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

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 333-1674

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25796

SHARON SIMONS

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: 231-0130

RA AND JH CONSTRUCTION

ROSAM’S CONSTRUCTION

2 CARPENTERS

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

#20 Bible Road, Blue Hills Is seeking a

- $12 HOURLY 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.

CONTACT: 244-4542

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 25799

SARAH BELIZAIRE Granny Hill, 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: 649-348-3973

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 25814

S&G CONTRACTING CO.

RUTHE RENTAL ISLAND STYLE

#12 MUSGROVE HILL, KEW TOWN Is seeking a

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, clean worksite.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 649-342-2511

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25792

SALON DAY SPA MIA #8 Rigby Hill, Five Cays Is seeking a

COSMETOLOGIST

Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 247-8600

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25810

25800

11 Mark Cl., Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

• Follow blueprints and building plans. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $380 weekly

CONTACT: 331-0792

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25811

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DISPATCHER

• Pick up guest taking them snorkeling • To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-8396

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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ROYAL JEWELS

Arch Plaza Unit #3,(Leeward Highway, 946-8800)

JANITOR

Dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning restrooms, cleaning windows, and other general cleaning duties, but not limited.

6 days @ $300 weekly BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD POSITION HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER 25839

Looking for a challenging and rewarding career? Looking for a career change?

Looking for a new and exciting adventure? Looking to work with an organisation that believes in staff training and development? Well look no further as TCA Handling Flight Services Ground Handlers for American Airlines and JetBlue is currently seeking qualified Belongers to fill the following vacant positions.

Customer Service Agents/Ticket Agent JOB DESCRIPTION: • Responsible for providing Legendary Customer Service to people desiring to travel, by determining and recommending the service that meets the Customers' needs.

• Finalizes sales of contracted Airlines flights, confirms reservations, and provides information regarding ticket purchase and other special services.

• Answers Customer inquiries regarding flight arrivals, delays, cancellations, flight irregularities, facilities, and other general information.

• May be assigned to specialized duties such as aircraft grooming, assisting and/or lifting disable passengers on or off aircraft.

• Utilizes computerized reservations system including a computerized video display terminal and keyboard on a constant basis to book reservations and retrieve information on flights and schedules.

REQUIREMENTS: • Warm and friendly personality • Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Suite • Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Must have a clean Police Record • Must be able to travel regional and internationally • Must be able to work weekends and Public holidays Salary Scale: $8.50 per hour.

CUSTOMER SERVICE COORDINATOR JOB DESCRIPTION: • Establishing safety policies, procedures and working conditions that affect the employee on the job.

• Conduct flight audits, station audits and “at risk” behavior audits • Participate in company safety training, and communicate and install safety awareness in all employees including new hire • Direct and coordinate activities to provide a safe environment for employees while maintaining fast and efficient services • Work in conjunction with clients to determine manpower requirements for group movements, peak travel holidays out of scope and flight schedule changes.

REQUIREMENTS: • 5 years experience in a Supervisory/Management role in the aviation industry • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Must have a clean Police Record/able to travel internationally/regionally • Must be able to work weekends and public holidays • Ability to work with a diverse team and able to manage a minimum staff of 35 • Knowledge of QIK system and Microsoft suite Salary Scale: $34,320.00-$42,000.00 per annum.

IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

GARDENER/ HANDYMAN The suitable candidate must be personable and have good communication skills. Must be able to keep our hotel and plaza grounds and gardens clean and maintained. A valid driver’s license required.

Salary commensurate with experience.

RESUMES CAN BE EMAILED TO

tlewin@portsofcallresort.com/ abarnett@portsofcallresort.com or dropped off at resort Att- Taiwayne Lewin/ Agnieszka Barnett.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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APPLICATION GIVING FULL DETAILS OF QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO:

THE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER TCA HANDLING LTD. TOWN CENTRE MALL, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI and should reach no later than July 20,2021 for further information/appointment you can contact us at Tele:649-941-5969/941-5353 and/or email hr@tcahandling.com.

Advertisement is for work permit renewal

38 CLASSIFIEDS FRANKLYN WILSON Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular housekeeping, Which includes Cleaning, mopping, Dusting shelves, sweeping, cleaning, Bathrooms and making beds any other chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 246-1381

KASSANDRA ROCK

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

• Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry.

Administer medication intake • To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

DJA RETAIL & WHOLESALE STORE

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

Back of Max Mini Mart, Kew Town. Is seeking a

SALES CLERK

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 25921

CONTACT: 345-0349

Neptune Plaza, Providenciales TCI. Is seeking to employ a

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Must have a postsecondary/graduate degree or equivalent • Minimum of 5 years work experience • Must be on a register of a recognized Medical Board.

• 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.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-1428

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

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Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25933

MAIN DUTIES • Diagnose, treat and care for patients using natural health process • Promote well-being by educating patients about health care management • Management of chronic and acute medical conditions

Monthly salary $5000 - $7000 depending on experience.

Belongers only need to apply. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

EMAIL: CYNTHIA@GRACEBAYMEDICAL.COM PHONE: 649-941-5252. FAX: 649-946-8243 25822

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

POSITIONS AVAILABLE The Turks and Caicos Islands oldest and leading publishing house is in need of additional staff to fill the following posts:

ESTATE MANAGER NEEDED

WRITERS/ PHOTO JOURNALIST

Candidates must have at least five (5) years’ experience working full-time for daily newspapers and/or news/features magazines, reporting on hard news, features and parliamentary/court proceedings. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

ZACAPA RENTALS LTD. 70 Prince of Wales Dr Leeward Providenciales, TCI

Is seeking to hire a hard-working individual to work six days a week to market, manage, operate, and maintain, three (3) Villa properties on Providenciales, along with owner’s personal assets Must have a valid TCI driver’s license. Must be fit and able to perform manual labor. Required to live on property and required to travel out of the Country with employer up to 120 days per annum.

Salary range is $3,500-$4,000 per month plus commission.

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: • Manage maintenance of all utilities, landscaping and irrigation systems, waste management systems, pools, pest control and security • Implement specific maintenance program for all building, equipment and appliance maintenance in conjunction with housekeepers and tracking inventory of supplies such as paints, chemicals, and cleaning supplies • Manage and coordinate maintenance of Owner’s turbine aircraft when in the country, including payment of any fees • Conduct maintenance on Owner’s vehicles and watercraft (power and sail) including renewal of any registration and/or licenses • Personal concierge services to owners in Country and for International Travel QUALIFICATIONS • 5 years in villa and property management • Strong landscape management knowledge • Understand preventative maintenance and repair of HVAC systems, & land and marine combustion engines • Must understand turbine aircraft, basic maintenance, storage, and pre-flight operations.

• Must be experienced in Project Management, Financial Management and Control

Turks Islanders need only apply

This position requires someone with at least five (5) years’ experience working with Macintosh or PC computers. Must be skilled in the make-up of advertising and pagination. Proficiency using InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop software for print is essential. Some technical, networking and web design knowledge an asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

COURT REPORTER

College or high school graduate with at least five (5) years’ experience in community reporting. Ability to drive and use a camera a desirable asset.

Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

ADVERTISING SPACE SALES PERSON

Candidates must have had actual hands-on experience selling advertising space for newspapers and magazines. Ability to assist clients with the writing of copy for ads and gathering of collateral an asset. Salary is commission based.

FORWARD APPLICATIONS TO: THE PUBLISHER DUNCANSON PUBLICATIONS LTD. EMAIL: TCNEWS@TCIWAY.TC NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Preferences will be given to Belonger and Legal Residents

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Please submit applications exclusively via email to

admin@visiontci.com

FOR MAGAZINES AND OTHER PERIODICALS GRAPHICS PRODUCTION DESIGNER/ PAGINATOR

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July 17-23, 2021

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ENID BEAUTY SALON

TURKS AND CAICOS TOURIST BOARD

#332 Back Road, Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking a

SENIOR PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

CLEANER

-$7.25 hourly Clean the shop, mopping, sweeping

HAIR COLOR STYLIST

Duties: to color hair salary $7.50

CONTACT: 241-1465

This position is for work permit renewal. Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

AUDELIN CHARITE

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES 346-2311

CARETAKER

Seeking for a caretaker to assist my mother at her house. Assisting with medication, wash, Iron, cook, goes with her to the doctor, must be bilingual. SALARY: 6.25 per hour RENEWAL, THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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DELINOIS GASPARD Kew Town, Providenciales 333-5032

DOMESTIC WORKER 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.

25916

MARIE MCINTOSH

FIVE CAYS RESIDENCE Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-3798

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

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An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board in the post of Senior Public Relations Officer.

This position is based in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful candidate will plan, design and conduct or coordinate the public relations and communications programs, to promote the work of the Tourist Board and raise awareness of key issues nationally and to promote the TCI as a destination internationally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• PRESS WORK: o Conduct research and identifying press stories. o Drafting press releases, liaising with local journalists and organizing press visits and familiarization trips. o Work along with the international PR firm to coordinate press trips and other activities. o Respond to media enquiries. o Devise and coordinate interview opportunities for key representatives of the Tourist Board. o Produce promotional videos, films, multi-media productions etc.

• ADVERTISING/MARKETING: o Write copy for advertisements including magazines. o Negotiating with magazines, o Liaising with graphic designers, general public, the media and other strategic partners. o Propose appropriate publications and assess proposals of representatives and agents.

• PUBLICITY/WEBSITE MANAGEMENT: o Management of the Tourist Board’s website including develop original content for website, write weekly blogs, update and add business listings, updated event calendar and continuously ensure the website has accurate and updated information. o Manage the Tourist Board’s guest blogger initiative by promoting the program and editing entries received, among other tasks. o Responding to website queries including advertising requests. o Produce in-house publications and monthly newsletters. o Manage and update the Tourist Board’s contact database through Constant Contact. o Develop and update the Tourist Board’s social media pages on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and engage with visitors and potential visitors and promote the destination in creative and unique ways.

• Supports the Board’s Tourism Awareness efforts through the development and dissemination of relevant tourism information to schools, institutions and communities, and make presentations about tourism as requested in conjunction with the Training Division.

• Project work such as environmental awareness, eco-tourism and cruise ship industry.

• Represent the Tourist Board at national and international events.

• Write or edit speeches for key representatives of the Tourist Board.

• Host and source guests for Let's Talk Tourism bi-weekly talk show on Radio Turks & Caicos.

• Plan, develop and implement local public relations strategy that is linked to and support the annual Marketing Plan of the Board.

• Liaise with local and internationally-based TCI marketing staff to support and publicize their efforts in destination marketing.

• Manage the public relations budget on a quarterly basis.

• Collate and analyze media coverage, including social media, locally, regionally and internationally, and maintain the Board of Tourism’s media archives.

• Organize press briefings/conferences to publicize any major

newsworthy activities in which the Board is engaging.

• Respond to requests for information about the Board of Tourism’s activities.

• Be involved in managing crisis communications for the destination and the Board in collaboration with the Tourism Risk Manager in the Ministry of Tourism.

• Source and manage speaking and sponsorship opportunities.

• Foster good community relations through events such as open houses, involvement in community events, corporate sponsorships etc.

• Attend to administrative details with respect to destination marketing and PR activities on island.

• Comply with the policies, procedures and guidelines of the TCI Board of Tourism.

• Any other duties as directed by the Director of Tourism.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS • Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following areas: Communication, Business Management, Marketing, or Tourism Management, with at least 5 years relevant work experience including 2 years or more at supervisory level is desirable.

• OR a Associate in Mass Communications with at least 4 years relevant working experience, including supervisory or management level experience.

• Sound knowledge of local tourism products and services.

• High level of computer proficiency.

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent time management, organization and scheduling skills.

• Well developed, analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to interface effectively with all internal and external stakeholders including Government Ministries and departments.

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.

• Ability to travel.

• Must be able to work extended hours, weekends and holidays, WORK ENVIRONMENT • The job is performed in an office environment most of the time and other times, out in the field.

• Results-driven environment.

• A dynamic tourism environment.

• Goal oriented environment within an environment of change and flux .

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

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday 23rd July 2021

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ADELPHINE PITTER #45 Leeward Palms 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: 232-1244

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

25943

ANDREW GARDINER 1B TDMG BUILDING, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

ANNROSE SHOP Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

AVERYL JUNE WILSON MURRAY

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER DOMESTIC WORKER

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: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 344-5679

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25895

HABITAT CONSTRUCTION 1B TDMG BUILDING, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

Duties: Clean work place, lifting, general construction.

Salary $7 per hour

Duties: READ PLANS, INSTALL FIXTURES, CABINETS, WINDOWS AND HANG DOORS. Salary $10 per hour

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND COPY OF THEIR RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT, CONTACT: (649) 244 5638 CURRENTLY HELD BY W/P HOLDER 25902

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND COPY OF THEIR RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT, CONTACT: (649) 244 5638 CURRENTLY HELD BY W/P HOLDER 25903

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

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 243-4125

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25891

MARY MAUREEN WILLIAMS LIGHTHOUSE ROAD, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning/sweeping, dusting, mopping (general household chores) etc.

Hours are flexible Wages: $6.50 per hour TYPE OF APPLICATION: RENEWAL THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER CONTACT: 232-1686 25914

GRACEWAY SPORTS CENTRE IS LOOKING TO EMPLOY:

TENNIS INSTRUCTOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Internationally certified as a tennis coach.

• Minimum 15 years of teaching experience with various age groups and levels.

• Able to start and run junior and adult tennis lessons.

• Perform various administrative tasks related to the tennis department.

• Remuneration commensurate with certifications and experience, starting at $24,000 per annum.

GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR JOB REQUIREMENTS: • International certifications in various group fitness styles (Yoga, Les Mills, Barre, Pilates, etc.)

• Hold an internationally licensed Personal Trainer.

• At least ten years of proven experience in the fitness industry.

• Valid first aid certification is mandatory.

• Computer proficiency is also a must.

The remuneration is commensurate with certifications and experience, starting at $30 hourly

DOLORES CONOLLY

PLANTATION HILLS is looking for a

LABOURER Duties: maintain surrounding, trimming trees to work 5 days per week salary $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-4070

this position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department 25951

LORNA O’GILVIE

Behind Ball Park, 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: 241-7600

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25942

HUMPHREY PROSPERE

DELINOIS GASPARD

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 241-0990

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25901

LIONEL BASSET

BEHIND GAS STATION, JUBA SOUND 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: 247-0801

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

25893

KEW TOWN PROVIDENCIALES 333-5032

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.

25916

LIMITLESS

TURTLE COVE, PROVO Is seeking to employ a

COOK

• Applicant must be honest reliable and a good worker.

• Cooking on all tours.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 347-1112

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

25899

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

KITEBOARD/SAILING SUPERVISOR We are looking for an experienced supervisor to manage all aspects of the kiteboarding, sailing services for the resort, ensuring all safety protocols and guest satisfaction. This includes providing lessons, communications with guests including selling and charging for services, maintaining the equipment assets, accounting for guest/client billings and ensuring the operation runs well. Promote the rules and regulations of the facility intended for the enjoyment and welfare of the guests/clients.

CONTACT: 649-442-6348 Please send your application info@gracewaysports.com or drop off a hard copy of your resume at our location on Luker Lane(Behind IGA Supermarket), Providenciales.

The positions are currently held by work permit holders. Turks Islanders who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply and will be preferred. Only applicants who meet the requirements will be contacted for interviews.

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To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience with managing watersports operation such as kiteboarding, windsurfing, hobie cat sailing. Be an excellent communicator and multiple languages such as English, Spanish and French is important. Must be IKO, PASA or equivalent certified and be a good sailor, kiter and swimmer. Boat operators experience important and other guiding or tour operator experience is desired. Expected to work long hours Salary starting at $25,000 depending on qualifications plus service fee. Position for a work permit holder or Belongers.

All qualified Belongers should send resume to Labour Department Employment Services or email resume to julie@h2oresorttci.com

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EASY WAY

JEAN LAURENT Shrub CL, Millennium Highway. 344-4163

Acting on behalf of

SPRINKLER DRIP IRRIGATION

South Dock #206 649-341-3168

LANDSCAPER

- $6.50 hourly Mow lawn. Trim and edge around walks, flowerbeds, and walls. Planting flowers, grass, shrubs, and bushes.

K&A STRUCTURAL STEEL

Five Cays, Granny Hill 649-343-6068

LABOURER

-$300 weekly Set up worksite, erect scaffolding layout tools, mixing concrete,

hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site.

and repairs steps and plasters

DIEULA & WILLIAMS CONSTRUCTION

70 June Hills, Blue Hills 649-333-1236

R&L CONSTRUCTION

MAINTENANCE MAN

#57 Blue Hills 649-341-5003

-$10 hourly Mixes mortar; lays bricks; makes and repairs steps and plasters

-$7 hourly Plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

DESIGN BUILDERS ASSOCIATION

R&J BEAUTY SALON AND BARBER SHOP

MASON

204 Grace Bay Road 649-231-7139

#201 Bay Road, Blue Hills 649-342-0275

-$6.50 hourly Mixes mortar; lays bricks; makes

-$6.50 hourly Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair.

HAIRDRESSER

MASON

Belongers only apply. Work Permit renewals

KEISHA MISSICK HARMONY CLOSE, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry.

Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 348-2230

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

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25898

CARE TAKER

Seeking for a care taker to assist my father. Assist with medication, clean the yard, run errands.

Remove debris, takes out garbage. SALARY: 6.25 per hour

RENEWAL APPLICATION, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE 25947

JEANNETTE D. PENN HORSESHOE LANE, LOWER BIGHT 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: 649-341-4036

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

25897

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

SPEND WISE VARIETY STORE

LABOURER

Duties: cleaning yard, trimming trees and shrubs and disposing of garbage

Tumpa Ave, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

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

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 242-2745

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

25939

SEEKS TO EMPLOY:

DOMESTIC WORKER X 1 6.25 PER HR

Duties: cleaning shop, dusting shelves, keep bathroom clean, dispose of garbage.

These positions are for transfer of work permit and 1 first time wp application

CONTACT: 347-3465.

TCI belongers can also drop their resumes to the Labor Department, Provo.

Deadline to receive application is 24th 2021 25918

ROUSTA REMILIEN #53 LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in pressing, with emphasis on specialty items; wedding gowns, cocktail dresses, drapes, suits etc.

• Excellent finishing quality and efficiency is required.

• Must be able to stand for long hours and manage

hot working conditions.

• Must be fluent in English and be a team worker.

• All applicants will be required to demonstrate skills.

• Pay is dependent on pieces pressed per hour, approx $12/hr.

QUALIFIED APPLICANTS SHOULD EMAIL CV TO INFO@PIONEERTCI.COM OR DELIVER TO PIONEER OFFICE AT 11 VILLAGE ST. GRACE BAY. PLEASE FAX/DELIVER COPY TO TCI LABOUR OFFICE: 649-946-4164

OMNICARE/MEDINCO

DOMESTIC WORKER

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.

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LANDY NORVIL

Blue Hills, Providenciales, 344-3198

DOMESTIC WORKER 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.

25936

RENT A BUGGY

LEEWARD HIGHWAY. Seeking to hire a

GARDENER X 1 – $6.25 PER HR.

PRESSER

LOWER BIGHT PROVIDENCIALES, 245-0552

25915

JULIETTE LEWIS

WADLAND TELUSMA LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES 348-6953

LABOURER

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.

JOSEPH CAMPBELL

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: 242-4614

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25944

LABOURER

DUTIES INCLUDES: • Cleaning of vehicles for arriving guests • Cheek oil, tires etc. making sure vehicles is ready for renting • Ensure rentals are clean before and after guest departs • Keep rental area clean at

all times • Assist with guest luggage if and when need • Other duties assign by management • Able to drive • To work 6 days per week including holidays and weekends Salary: $8.00 per hour.

THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO SUBMIT THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT CONTACT: RENT-ABUGGY NIKIMO WILLIAMS 946-4158 RENTABUGGY.TC CONTACT: 946-4158

25953

SHANIQUA WILLIAMS

32 Marble Drive, 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 housework. Salary: $1,200 monthly

CONTACT: 243-2003

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 25946

STEPHENSON WALKIN BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

BABYSITTER

-$300 weekly Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

CONTACT: 246-5189

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

25938

SERVICES BY EA

Town Centre Mall, Downtown. Contact: 941-5050

REGISTERED NURSE

Required Experience in any of the following areas: • Emergency Room, Critical Care • Minimum of 5 years experience • Administrative experience would be an asset • Base salary: $3000.00 monthly • Other benefits commensurate with years of experience

PLEASE SEND QUERIES TO: MEDICAL DIRECTOR MEDINCO LTD DIRECTOR@OMNICAREMED.COM These positions are for renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department

25955

GARDENERS/ LABORERS NEEDED 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.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS/BELONGERS CAN SEND APPLICATIONS TO SERVICES BY EA BY E-MAIL TO YVONNE@EAGROUPTCI.COM. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY PHONE FOR INTERVIEW. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS..

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WILSON CASIMIR LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

Unit 101 Ports of Call Plaza, Grace Bay

MAINTENANCE MAN

ELECTRICIAN

2 PADI AND SSI SCUBA INSTRUCTORS

Archie Moley Yard, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

JOB ADVERTISEMENT Wymara Resort and Villas is a contemporary luxury full-service boutique resort on Grace Bay Beach. We are looking for driven and energetic professionals with Five Star experience and who are committed to achieving excellence by ensuring Five Star standards and services are continuously delivered.

*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

Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 333-1237

CONTACT: 232-3176

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 25928

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

FRANKLYN MISSICK/ KITTY’S PIZZA PALACE Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

#10 Cooper Jack Bay Road Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 946-2970

*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.

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

25971

25908

GIBSON DESIGN BUILD

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: 243-0137

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

25972

To teach scuba diving and guide underwater tours.

This is a tourism related position and includes working weekends and public holidays. Salary: $150 per day

CALL TO ARRANGE AN INTERVIEW: 946-5040 EMAIL: DIVEPROVO2020@ GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to apply

25969

JSWC LTD

NEXT TO KB HOMES, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

4 STOCKERS

DUTIES • Loading and unloading containers.

• Stocking shelves • Able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Moving pallets to proper location in store.

• Cleaning the store.

• Must able speak English.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-241-3761 EMAIL: PRICECLUB99@ HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Only short list will be contacted

25967

PROVO BEVERAGES is looking for

*HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR

Works with Room Attendants to ensure guest rooms and public areas are maintained to luxury standards. Assisting staff with daily tasks according to occupancy. Inspects work and coaches to develop consistent skills, assists in inventory and reporting. At least 4 years’ experience as luxury resort room attendant and supervisory experience preferred. PC skills required, Opera preferred, must have exceptional attention to detail and consistency in adhering to luxury standards. Salary Range: $20k-$ 25k

*STEWARD

Clean, transport, store and generally maintain all kitchen cookware and restaurant service utensils. Clean floors, windows, walls, ceilings and equipment associated with Food & Beverage operation or as otherwise directed by supervisors. Compensation starts at $6.25 per hour.

*MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Facility maintenance and completing repairs on equipment, plumbing, heating and wiring, inspecting buildings to confirm safety standards. Must have more than ten (10) years in Engineering and Maintenance projects. Pre-opening experience with proven ability to successfully lead, train and implementation essential policies and procedures. Must have knowledge on computers for cost of material and actual estimations. Must be able to work on electrical systems, reading and understanding blueprints. Troubleshoot and repair home appliances. Must be able to work with hand and power tools. Work on ladders and lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Must be able to work independently.

To provide the guests and team members with a secure and comfortable environment by maintaining and ensuring that all mechanical systems are operating in accordance with the Wymara standards. Salary Range: $20k-$ 25k

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

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

DIVE PROVO

25872

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 operational.

• Loading Delivery drivers trucks, • Unloading containers and stocking warehouse with inventory • Cleaning the yard, cleaning machines.

• Assist in delivering goods to customers.

HEAD BREWER • Day to day running of brewing and bottling and canning operation.

• Winemaking and alcoholic malt beverages • Developing quality recipe formulation and ingredients selection handling and assessment of raw materials and grains.

• Controlling quality of product and keeping the facility and equipment clean and operation.

• Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Purchasing of raw materials.

SKILLS • Strong communication skills • Sound Technical knowledge of brewing, winemaking and distilling.

• Understanding of microbiology and aseptic lab technique • Ability to maintain organized records of brew and quality control data.

• Efficient computer skills.

Salary $50,000 per year or commensurate with experience.

Work permit renewal

Please email resume to dave@turksheadbeer.com Provo Beverages Industrial Park, Providenciales, TCI

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CLASSIFIEDS 43

EASY WAY EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of

BARRY FASHION

Unit 10h & 11h Industrial Park, Williams Storage

RETAIL HELPER

- $6.25 hourly Assist and serve customers.

Hang and Layout clothes. Assist with heavy lifting.

Contact: 343-2559 Renewal

SPARK CAR RENTAL

Next to Conch Shack, Blue Hills 341-2529

LABOURER

- $300 weekly To clean cars, vacuum vehicles, drop off and pick up vehicles.

Contact: 333-1236 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOUR BOARD

25974

MANGO REEF RESTAURANT

2 WAITERS

- to take orders serve drinks and serve guests their meals.

2 DISHWASHERS - Clean dishes, pots, pans.

2 COOKS

- assist head chef with meal preparations.

SAMUEL BEEN

#58 Chalk Sound, Providenciales

DOMESTIC WORKER - Cooking, cleaning, and ironing. (renewal)

GUY SOIRO

-#5 Kew Town, Providenciales

DOMESTIC WORKER - Cooking, cleaning, and ironing. (renewal) Email: bassett-27@hotmail.com $6.25-$8.00 hourly Belongers can also apply to the labour department for positions Contact: 649-242-8792 25968

P&D

Acting on behalf of CL LANDSCAPING SERVICES Lower Bight, Provo 347-4710

LABOURER - $6.25 HOURLY

Dig holes and trenches for plants, weed and cut grass.

SUN & SEA PROPERTY

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (TCIAA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS AIRPORT CONCESSIONS OPPORTUNITY AT THE JAGS McCARTNEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT GRAND TURK

FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICES The Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority (TCIAA) invites the submission of proposals by qualified persons and businesses to operate food and beverage services at the JAGS McCartney International Airport Grand Turk.

The facility comprises of one thousand five hundred and sixty six square feet (1566 sq.ft.) that is furnished with basic commercial grade equipment used in café and restaurant services the Monthly rental is two thousand three hundred and forty nine United States dollars ($2,349.00) .

Prospective tenant must submit a proposal with the following information; • Providing proof of experience and qualifications in the restaurant business • A comprehensive business plan for a long-term, sustainable and professional operation • For TCI Limited Companies Certificate of Incorporation; and Certificate of Good Standing • Copy of current Business Licence Certificate in the appropriate class for restaurant business (or receipt of payment).

• Proof that National Insurance Board Contributions are up to date (certificate of clearance).

• Proof that National Health Insurance Plan Contributions are up to date (letter of good standing).

• Bank reference letter to showing good financial positions • Full listing of the Directors, Principals and/or Owners of the Company.

• Must in compliance with the Turks and Caicos Islands Public & Environmental Health Ordinance 2014 and the Food & Drug Ordinance 2016.

Sam Harvey Building, Downtown 232-2001

The café and restaurant services are to be operated seven days a week from 6:30 am to 8:00 pm this is inclusive of public holidays.

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

SERVICE DEMAND: In order to maintain a strong performance in the leased facility, the Vendor will have to agree to a minimum of the following:

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work permit renewals 25965

• The Successful Vendor of the facility will aggressively advertise, market, and manage the restaurant in a clean well maintained and a pleasant environment for its guests and employees during the term of the lease.

• The Successful Vendor must ensure that they Paint, decorate , furnish and upkeep the general operating areas on a regular basis but not less than once every 3 years to maintain the restaurant facility to the highest standard.

• All broken items will be repaired or replaced at the Owners expense in a timely and efficient manner.

• All employees must be trained to be customer service oriented, neat and friendly , to the customers and potential customers in and around the airport premises.

CLEANER - $6.25 HOURLY

PIERRE AMOS JEAN

#5 Yellow Elder, The Bight Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

CONTACT: 241-2983

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25973

• Hosting of large events must be approved by TCIAA, noise levels must be such as not to negatively impact the normal operations of the airport.

LICENCES: The Vendor shall be responsible for obtaining and maintaining Food and Beverage liquor license for the location.

Right of Entry and Inspection.

The TCIAA shall have the right to enter Lessee's Leased Premises at reasonable or necessary times for the purpose of inspecting such premises, confirming Lessee's compliance with the terms hereof, and of doing any and all things with reference to said Leased Premises which the TCIAA is obligated or authorized to do as set forth herein.

INSURANCES: Prior to the execution of a Contract by the TCIAA the successful Vendor shall • Provide certificates evidencing insurance coverage as required hereunder.

• All insurance policies shall be issued by companies authorized to do business under the laws of the Turks & Caicos Islands.

• The Vendor shall maintain, during the life of this Contract, Commercial General Liability, including Professional Liability, Errors and Omissions insurance in the amount of $500,000.00 in aggregate to protect from claims for damages for bodily and personal injury, including wrongful death, as well as from claims of property damages which may arise from any operations under this Contract, whether such operations be by the Vendor or by anyone directly employed by or contracting with the Vendor.

TERMS & CONDITIONS The proposed agreement is for an initial term of five (5) years , with three (3) year extensions, if agreeable by both parties.

EVALUATION AND SELECTION CRITERIA An Evaluation & Selection Committee will review each proposal.

A interview process will take place with the Committee to answer questions or give additional information regarding the project or for a formal presentation.

A. Proposed Concessionaire Information B. Plans of Proposed Improvements to the Food and Beverage Concession Space C. Dollar Value of Proposed Investment in Concession Space D. Minimum Annual Guarantee E. Proposed Marketing Plan F. Management and Operating Program G. Certificate of Non-Collusion *PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN RESIDENTS OF GRAND TURK

TO

BELONGERS

ALL QUERIES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO Email: info @tciairports.com All proposals must be submitted no later than July 29 , 2021, by 2:00 pm in a sealed envelope and addressed as follows: Attention: Floyd Ingham Chief Executive Officer Turks & Caicos Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands RE: JAGS McCartney International Airport Grand Turk Restaurant

AND

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORT AUTHORITY (TCIAA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) AIRPORT ADVERTISING CONCESSIONS PROGRAM INTRODUCTION The Turks and Caicos Islands Airport Authority (TCIAA) is seeking proposals from qualified Airport advertising firms to manage and operate the airport advertising concession program for the Providenciales and JAGS McCartney International Airports.

The selected tenderer will coordinate all phases of the advertising concession program at the Airport, including developing a business strategy, creating a marketing and sales plan, capital improvements, selling advertising space, managing contracts, coordinating advertising displays and production, and monthly reporting.

The overall goal of the RFP is to provide all Airport users with an aesthetically pleasing environment that utilizes space in a way that optimizes advertising effectiveness and revenue generation.

The terminal buildings size: • Providenciales international terminal 136,145 square feet • JAGS McCartney international 29,304 square feet SCOPE OF WORK The Successful Tenderer shall have the non-exclusive right to operate the following at TCIAA airports: In-terminal advertising: Advertising within the terminal may include, but is not limited to, traditional backlit wall mounted displays; floor mounted displays; overhead dioramas; high-tech media including liquid crystal displays, fixed 3-dimensional displays; video advertising, Outdoor advertising program: Advertising outside the terminal may include, but is not limited to, light pole banners; exterior wall wraps;

BACKGROUND

LIMITATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

The Turks and Caicos Islands Airport Authority (TCAA) owned and managed the Providenciales and JAGS McCartney International Airport terminal facilities.

The TCIAA goal is to provide airport guests with a friendly environment that helps reduce the stress of travel while providing them with superior dining and shopping opportunities. To create an airport environment that is conducive to noticing and retaining advertiser messages and branding

Advertising shall not impede roadway, wayfinding, safety, amenity. Displays are not to be mounted in a manner that might limit passenger visibility of roadway, wayfinding, safety, amenity, or informational signage.

STATISTICS

Providenciales International Airport passengers:

Year

Arrival

Departure

Total

2017

494,824

499253

994077

2018

549751

558928

1108679

2019

603465

598705

1202170

2020

200749

197077

397826

JAGS McCartney International Airport passengers:

Year

Arrival

Departure

Total

2017

41106

40454

81560

2018

44183

43672

87855

2019

43626

57967

101593

2020

20563

20040

40603

Advertising is not permitted in and around Security Screening Checkpoints, tenant lease spaces, including airline hold rooms and ticket counters, without approval of the leaseholder, nor in any area that conflicts or interferes with art displays.

All advertising locations, equipment, and content for any proposed concept shall be subject to the approval of the TCIAA prior to implementation. The TCIAA desires to maintain a family-friendly, inoffensive environment that reflects positively on the community. Advertising venues may not be used for political advertising or advertising adult-oriented businesses. The TCIAA reserves the right to change, add, remove, or relocate any advertising as it deems appropriate.

PROSPECTIVE TENDERER MUST INCLUDE IN THEIR PROPOSAL THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION; • Providing proof of experience and qualifications in the restaurant business • A comprehensive business plan for a long-term, sustainable and professional operation • For TCI Limited Companies Certificate of Incorporation; and Certificate of Good Standing • Copy of current Business Licence Certificate in the appropriate class for the business (or receipt of payment).

• Proof that National Insurance Board Contributions are up to date (certificate of clearance).

• Proof that National Health Insurance Plan Contributions are up to date (letter of good standing).

• Bank reference letter to showing good financial positions • Full listing of the Directors, Principals and/or Owners of the Company.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

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CLASSIFIEDS 45 ALBERTHA PRATT 600 C leeward Highway, Providenciales is looking for a

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS AIRPORT AUTHORITY (TCIAA)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) The TCIAA shall draft concession agreement.

The concession agreement shall include standard airport concession agreement terms and conditions for the Successful Tenderer’s program including but not limited to the following: 1. Invest no less than US$150,000 into the advertising program at the airport; 2. At least 80% of displays to represent Turks and Caicos Advertisers; 3. Provide local and international sales force to ensure that the Providenciales International Airport and the JAGS McCartney International Airports benefit from international advertising dollars.

4. The successful tenderer would be required to cover all the cost of the capital works required for the advertising program; 5. INSURANCE:-Concessionaire shall maintain throughout the Term comprehensive public liability and property damage, insurance in an amount of not less than One Million Dollars (US$1,000,000) combined single limit 6. GENERAL INDEMNITY :-The Concessionaire will indemnify, defend, save and hold harmless the TCIAA and its officers, against any and all suits, proceedings, actions, demands and third party claims for any loss, damage, cost and expense of whatever kind and nature arising out of any breach by the Concessionaire of any of its obligations under this Agreement or any related agreement or on account of any defect or deficiency in the provision of services by the Concessionaire to any Airport User.

7. PAYMENT TO THE AUTHORITY:-The successful tenderer would be required to pay to the Authority a Minimum Amount Guarantee (MAG) for Providenciales Airport of three hundred and fourteen thousand nine hundred and twenty five United States Dollars ($314,925.00) or 40 % of the Gross Revenue and JAGS McCartney Airport twenty eight thousand four hundred and fifty dollars United states dollars ($28,450) or 30% of the Gross Revenue derived from the sale of all advertising displays and spaces whichever is higher per annum, payable quarterly;

8. AUDIT: - TCIAA reserves the right to audit Concessionaire’s books and records of receipts at any time for the purpose of verifying the gross revenue remittal.

9.

EVALUATION CRITERIA: - All properly completed proposals will be reviewed by an airport selection committee who will recommend a successful proposal for final approval of the Board of Commissioners.

The selection committee may request a formal presentation prior to accepting any proposal.

The Airport selection committee shall consider the following criteria upon the evaluation of proposals. Selection will be based on the best judgment of the selection committee in seeking the highest and best quality of services utilizing the following criteria as a guide: • Responsiveness to the Request for Proposal – Requested information was provided by Tenderer in a clear and concise manner and evidences a clear understanding of the nature and scope of services being requested.

• Design and Concept – Quality of Tenderer’s recommendations for improving, upgrading, maintaining, and operating the terminal advertising equipment.

• Experience – Tenderer’s capability to provide the service; years in business; relevant advertising and in-terminal advertising management experience; experience of and qualifications of key personnel; and knowledge of and experience with purchasing, maintaining and upgrading advertising display mediums.

• Marketing Strategy – Tenderer must prove its ability to market and promote the program to local and national advertisers to maximize sales.

• • Sales Strategy – Tenderer must show proven sales strategies and success, provide a transition plan, schedule and proposed pricing strategy.

• • Financial Capability to Provide the Services – Financial ability of Tenderer to staff, equip and operate the in-terminal advertising program, along with a demonstrated financial history.

• • Financial Consideration to be Paid to the Authority – A schedule of the projected payment to be made to the Authority over the contract.

All queries should be addressed to

Email: info @tciairports.com All proposals must be submitted no later than July 29 , 2021, by 2:00 pm in a sealed envelope and addressed as follows: Attention: Floyd Ingham Chief Executive Officer Turks & Caicos Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, TKCA1zz

GARDENER

ALL SERVICES TCI Acting on behalf of

WEST CONSTRUCTION Blue Mountain, Leeward Highway. 331-7073

MASON - $8 HOURLY

Duties: clean and maintain yard • Plant trees and flowers • Disposing of debris Applicant must be hard working and honest Salary $7/hr.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO PRATTALBERTHA@HOTMAIL. COMOR CONTACT 2446900

#8 Archer Way, Long Bay 331-7073

MODERN CONSTRUCTION

MASON - $8 HOURLY

Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to also forward an application to the labour department and Immigration board. Position currently held by a work permit holder 25970

Mixes mortar; lays bricks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

BATISTA CONSTRUCTION

BEAUTI FLY SALON

MASON

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

• To work on construction site.

• Duties include laying of block, plastering and mixing of cement.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-348-2414

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

25910

CAR SOLUTION

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 25940

UNIT #8 SPOT PLAZA, DOWN TOWN Is seeking to employ a

– $6.25 hourly Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails. Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails.

2 HAIR DRESSERS

- $6.25 hourly Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair.

2 COSMETOLOGISTS

- $9 hourly Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

CONTACT: 344-4801

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

25889

CARIBBEAN WAVES

Lonely Way Ave, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Blue Haven Resort, Leeward Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

KITEBOARDING INSTRUCTOR/ SCHOOL MANAGER

• To work in mechanic shop.

• Repairing of motor vehicle, vehicle servicing, oil changing.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-342-2611

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

25931

CATCH THE WAVE

Blue Haven Resort Boat House, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

RECEPTIONIST

• Answers telephone calls, Assist Guests office person, and emails.

• Must be willing to work 6 days a week Salary: $400.00 per week

CONTACT: 9413047 OR 231-3875

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

25963

• Teaching kiteboarding classes.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience required.

• Must have PASA level 3 instructor rating or equivalent.

Salary: $15 hourly

CONTACT: 244-2015

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25941

CHARLES F. STUBBS

#11 Parrot Cut, Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Cleaning and stacking shelves.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 3453825 OR 247-9433

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25911

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS SPORTS COMMISSION Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands, British West Indies | Tel: (649) 338-7704

JOB HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resource Manager is responsible for ensuring that the overall administration, coordination, and evaluation of human resources plans, and programs are realized. The individual essential job responsibilities include: Developing and administering human resources plans and procedures that relate to company personnel; Planning, organizing, and controlling the activities and actions of the HR department; Contributing to the development of HR department goals, objectives, and systems; and Recruitment & selection, industrial relations, organizational design & development, and training & development.

The job is based in Providenciales, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Applicants should be able to demonstrate good experience and excellent knowledge: • The recruitment processes • Human resources management • Benefits administration • Performance management • Communication processes • Compensation and wage structure • Understanding of the diverse cultures in the TCI, and its social and political realities.

• Classifying employees • Knowledge and experience in Employment law • Laws against sexual harassment • Written and verbal communication skills.

• IT skills including, Microsoft Office, email and internet research QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Human resources, Organizational behaviour, Management and leadership, or Industrial relations from a four-year college or university.

• Master’s Degree preferred • PHR/SPHR certification preferred EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in progressively responsible human resource roles • 3+ years of experience in Labour Relations and Employee Relations • 3+ years of experience in a supervisory role Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability.

SALARY: $57,472 per annum plus relevant allowances

VACANCIES SPORT PERFORMANCE CENTRE COACH JOB SUMMARY:

The job holder is to work in collaboration with the Director of Sports Performance in the development and implementation of performance enhancement programs for designated sports.

Areas of performance enhancement include strength and conditioning, sports medicine, sports nutrition, and mental health. The target audience will include the youth through young adults, to build the capacity of athletes to perform at their peak, to train coaches and supportive families to develop athletes’ full potential, to sustain physical activity for the aged and to promote the inclusion in sports of women, people with special needs and other underrepresented groups. The post holder assists the Director of Sports Performance in managing the Sport Performance Centre through scheduling and monitoring and liaises with Facility Manager to ensure that the fitness and rehabilitation centre is maintained, cleaned, and is working properly.

The job is based in Providenciales, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Experience with instruction of exercise technique, training of athletes and personnel, record management, monitoring all programs, emergency procedures and number of participants within the facility (room capacity).

• A sound knowledge of massage techniques and equipment.

• A sound knowledge of first-aid treatments and equipment.

• Extensive sport specific knowledge and teaching experience • Develop and document specific weight training programs for athletes, and schedule facilities for use.

• Demonstrates strong confidentiality skills.

• Detail-oriented, analytical and attentive skills.

• Good written, oral communication and creative skills thinking.

• Basic IT skills, Microsoft Excel and Word proficient QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, kinesiology or similar field (essential).

• Certified in Strength and Conditioning – CSCS/ CSCCa or equivalent (essential).

• Certificate in First Aid (essential).

Experience: • Two of more years of relevant work experience (essential).

• Experience in working with young people in a

college environment (desirable).

Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability.

SALARY: $46,140 per annum plus relevant allowances

SPORTS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is responsible for developing and facilitating the delivery of physical activities, sport and recreation programmes. The target audience will include the youth, to build the capacity of athletes to perform at their peak; to sustain physical activity for the aged; and to promote the inclusion in sports of women, people with special needs and other underrepresented groups.

The post holder develops and implements fit for purpose athlete development programmes in various sporting disciplines as well as assist PE teachers and local coaches in planning and delivery of sporting programmes.

The job is based in North Caicos, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Applicants should be able to demonstrate: • A sound knowledge of sports, sporting issues and sports equipment.

• Should be passionate about physical activities, sports, community involvement and associated activities.

• A sound knowledge of basic facility issues as it relates to sport field and play areas.

• A good understanding of the diverse cultures in the TCI, and its social and political realities.

• Management and Public Relations skills.

• Program planning and implementation skills.

• Advocacy, negotiation and leadership skills.

• Good written, oral communication and creative skills thinking.

• Basic IT skills, Microsoft Word proficient QUALIFICATIONS:

• A relevant qualification in sport or associated field (essential).

• Bachelor’s degree in sports management or physical education (preferred) • Certification in various sporting disciplines (desirable).

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BEL-AIR MED CLINIC LTD #16 Cooper Jack Rd., Provo Storage #5

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning the clinic. Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 9418405 OR 241-9411

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

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AUSTIN INGHAM Overback, 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: 348-4906

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

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THE VILLAS AT BLUE MOUNTAIN #2 Azure Court, Blue Mountain Road Is seeking to employ a

LANDSCAPE WORKER

Trimming and maintaining landscape around villas and on common areas. Work hours are 8 hour per day, Monday to Friday. Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-232-6880

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 25896

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS SPORTS COMMISSION Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands, British West Indies | Tel: (649) 338-7704

JOB

VACANCIES

SPA NADIA

Unit #1 & #2 La Petit Plaza, Grace Bay. Is seeking a

COSMETOLOGIST Shampooing, cutting,

coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Apply makeup, dress wigs, hair removal, and nail and skin care services. Salary: $320 weekly

CONTACT: 9418342 OR 241-1502

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 25966

DEKA WILLIAMS

GLASS SHACK, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI (649) 242-2661

DOMESTIC WORKER DUTIES INCLUDES: Cleaning of home, Laundry, and Ironing.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A RENEWAL-TIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI.

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GERMAN CIGAR PUB

HEATHER CARTER

BARMAID

KITCHEN HELPER

S. E. SUBURBS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

GRAND TURK AIRPORT GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ

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

Duties: Help the cook, Clean Dishes, Mop and Clean floors. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-4979

Belongers are asked to Send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by A worker permit holder. 25862

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 25961

ONE MAN STANDING CONSTRUCTION

SHU CL MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY 649-346-2311

MAINTENANCE To servicing, cleaning the building attentively by sweeping and scrubbing.

Vacuuming and mopping.

Repairs equipment, bathroom, repair broking furniture. General knowledge of carpentry, electrical, plumbing and mechanical system. Pay: 8.00 per hour

RENEWAL APPLICATION/FIRST TIME, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE 25950

CONTACT: 246-9008

PIERRE’S BARBER SHOP AND BEAUTY SALON

56 Mary Jane Lane, Blue Hills 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: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 241-7557

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EXPERIENCE:

• Two of more years’ experience in sports work, sports development programs, or sports management.

• Experience in working with young people and in the community.

• Experience in maintaining effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders.

Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability.

SALARY: $30,946 per annum plus relevant allowances

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from the most recent employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page, National Turks & Caicos Islander Status Card (where applicable). Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate.

Applications should be addressed to The Director, TCI Sports Commission, Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Downtown, Providenciales Applications can be hand delivered, or sent by email to: tcisportsrecruitment@ gov.tc Hand delivered applications must have clearly marked on the envelope the Job Title of position being applied for. On emailed applications, the subject line must reference the Job Title.

APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th July 2021

JOHN GARLAND FRESH FISH

FISH PEELLER & PACKER

Unit #108 Sam's Building Parade Avenue down Town Provo.

RIDICA BEEN

and Close Confinement worker Must have two years and more experience

Unit #108 Sam's Building Parade

$6.50 per Hour.

Cleans fish and package them Contact 649 241 5678 Long Bay Hills Long Bay

DOMESTIC WORKER $ 6.50 Cleaning houses and lifting heavy objects

SAMUEL BEEN

Chalk Sound Provo

DOMESTIC WORKER AND Gardiner Contact 231 0011 All $6.50 per hour

MW MAINTENANCE

J&A CONSTRUCTION AND JOHN GARLAND

Position Available:

LABOURER

CLEANER, GARDINER

NANA HAIR CENTER AND BOUTIQUE

Building #17 Unit3 4 Spot Plaza. Down Town Is seeking Nail Technician, Hair Dresser and

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.50 per hour and Commission Contact: 649 344 3138 Angelique Garland

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to work 5 days a week, may include some weekends and after hours work calls.

Applicant should be able to work without supervision and have good time management skills and has knowledge of good work practices.

ALL INTERESTED APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SENT TO P.O. BOX 521, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS OR EMAIL: GARDENSCAPETCI@GMAIL. COM. SALARY $9.00 PER HOUR

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TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES July 14th 2021

LUCAS CONSTRUCTION UNLIMITED

LABOURER

(Cleaning tools, mix concrete, clean site) #2 Kew Town, Providenciales $7 Hourly, 3411555/3463047 Position held by Work Permit Holder

SPRING WATER

SERVICE

TRUCK DRIVER

(water Delivery) $7.00 hourly, 241-7878 Boodleway Blg #42 Blue Hills, Provo Position held by work permit holder

MINISTRIES OF JESUS CHRIST INTERNATIONAL

MUSICIAN

(Plays music at the church & music lessons)

$7 hourly, 347-3520 Blg #1 Bay Road, Blue Hills, Provo Position held by work permit holder

MARSHA LIGHTBOURNE

GARDINER

(cut grass, remove dead leaves, water plants) $7 hourly, 432-4271 Villa MaryJane, Blue Mountain, Azure Ct #1 Position held by work permit Holder

Belongers are encouraged to apply only.

Also send all resumes to tciprobusiness@gmail.com and the employment Services.

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 30TH, 2021

JOB REFERENCE NO:CBB3-21-35

PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY:Office of the Premier LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:$95,325.00 per annum plus allowance JOB SUMMARY: The role of Permanent Secretary is a significant leadership appointment with wide-ranging responsibility for the effectiveness, efficiency and proper governance of the Ministry.

JOB REFERENCE NO:KHB3-21-36

DEPUTY PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY:Various LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:$85,000.00 per annum plus allowance JOB SUMMARY: The role of Deputy Permanent Secretary is a significant leadership appointment with wideranging responsibility for the policies and the delivery of services within their area of responsibility (‘their Command’).

JOB REFERENCE NO:KHB3-21-01

EDUCATION PLANNER MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior professional position which has nationwide accountability for planning and research as it pertains to the development of the T.C.I. Education System.

JOB REFERENCE NO:KHB3-21-02

EDUCATION OFFICER – SPECIAL NEEDS MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum plus

allowances JOB SUMMARY: This managerial position is responsible for the direction and oversight of a school system or set of programs in a specialized field.

JOB REFERENCE NO:KHB3-21-03/04/05/06/

GRADUATE SECONDARY TEACHERS

MINISTRY:Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Various SALARY:$35,926.25 per annum plus allowances JOB REFERENCE NO:KHB3-21-07/08

PRINCIPAL – PRIMARY SCHOOL MINISTRY:Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION:Various 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 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:KHB3-21-09/10/11

VICE PRINCIPAL – PRIMARY SCHOOL

MINISTRY:Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Various SALARY:$43,111.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior professional position which has responsibility for assisting the Principal with the administration of the daily operations of the primary school.

JOB REFERENCE NO:KHB3-21-12

SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS TEACHER MINISTRY:Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Various 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.: CBB3-21-13

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

MINISTRY:Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service LOCATION: Providenciales SALARYGRADE 4.1: $21,935.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: Ensure library objectives are met by assisting in all planned activities of the Library.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-14

FUEL OFFICER

MINISTRY:Home Affairs & Transportation LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:Grade 8: $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a statutory post established in the Petroleum Ordinance for the regulation of petroleum and dangerous substances in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-15

SOCIAL WORKER

MINISTRY: Home Affairs & Transportation LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 6: $33,415.00 per annum plus Allowances JOB SUMMARY This is a specialized professional position, to provide professional social work services to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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JOB REFERNCE NO:LWB3-21-17

PLUMBER

MINISTRY:Home Affairs & Transportation LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 4: $21,935.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: The post holder is responsible to provide support to the Water Undertaking in dealing with all jobs associated with the pipe distribution network.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-19

ASSISTANT SOCIAL WORKER

MINISTRY: Home Affairs & Transportation DEPARTMENT: Social Development LOCATION: South Caicos SALARY: - GRADE 4.1 $21,935.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY To assist in providing social work services to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-20

CROWN COUNSEL

MINISTRY:Attorney General’s Chambers LOCATION: Grand Turk 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.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-21

SENIOR CROWN COUNSEL MINISTRY:Attorney General’s Chambers LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:Grade 8: $51,147.50 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.

MINISTRY:Attorney General’s Chambers LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:Grade 8: $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional and supervisory post to ensure the workflow of the legal and administrative office. The Director is responsible for the day to day background tasks necessary to keep the Attorney General’s Chambers running effectively and efficiently.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB3-21-23 & LSB3-21-47

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT MINISTRY:Various LOCATION: SALARY: per annum

Grand Turk Grade 4: $21,935.00

JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative support position, which has responsibility for secretarial and administrative support functions in the office.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB3-21-24

MINISTRY:Attorney General’s Chambers LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 9.5: $59,552.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This professional position has system wide responsibility for translating the policies of the Government and statutory bodies into clear and effective legislation and providing accurate legal advice to the Government.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-27

SENIOR COMPLIANCE OFFICER

MINISTRY:Office of the Deputy Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 8.1 $51,147.50 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Compliance Officer confidentially performs technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting tasks with regard to Human Resource Systems.

SENIOR DISTRICT SURVEYOR

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-28

MINISTRY:Attorney General Chambers LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 6: $33,415.00 per annum plus allowances

MINISTRY:Office of The Deputy Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 PER ANNUM

JOB SUMMARY: The successful candidate will be responsible to assist management in the effective execution of the Surveying and Mapping operations and functions.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-25

SENIOR LAND COMPLIANCE OFFICER MINISTRY:Attorney General’s Chambers LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:Grade 6.1 - $33,415.00 JOB SUMMARY: This is a middle level post in the Crown Land Unit, responsible for monitoring use of all Crown Land in the assigned area.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-22

DIRECTOR OF LEGAL AFFAIRS

DRAFTER

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-26

DEPUTY CLERK TO CABINET

JOB SUMMARY: To provide support to the Clerk and Cabinet.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-29

SENIOR CUSTOMS OFFICER

MINISTRY:Immigration & Border Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:GRADE 6.1 $33,415.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This position is the team leader responsible for the operational units within the Customs Enforcements Department.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-30

IMMIGRATION OFFICER

MINISTRY:Immigration & Border Services LOCATION: Various SALARY:GRADE 5.1 $26,650.00 PER ANNUM

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JOB SUMMARY: This is a Law Enforcement position which supports the Senior Immigration officers and by extent the Border control and Enforcement (Visa & Immigration Department).

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-31

INTELLIGENCE MANAGER

MINISTRY:Immigration & 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.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-32

STATISTICAL TECHNICIAN (MAPPING) MINISTRY:Finance, Trade & Investment LOCATION: Grand Turk.

SALARY:GRADE 5.1 $26,650.00 PER ANNUM

JOB SUMMARY: This is a technical support position with floor level responsibility for the collection, processing and analysis of statistical data to inform economic and planning decisions.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LSB3-21-33

INTERNAL AUDITOR

MINISTRY:Independent - Office of The Governor LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 6.1 $26,650.00 PER ANNUM PLUS ALLOWANCES JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will assist the Office of the Chief Internal Auditor as directed by the Internal Audit Manager, to provide independent assurance on the adequacy, reliability and efficiency of the systems of internal control.

JOB REFERENCE NO:LWB3-21-34

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS

MINISTRY:Office of the Director of Public Prosecution LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum and Allowances JOB SUMMARY: Working in partnership with and being accountable to the DPP for setting and delivering the strategy and direction of the Office in accordance with the

JOB REFERENCE NO:CBB03-21-37

FINANCIAL MANAGER (CMU)

MINISTRY: Ministry of Health and Human Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:GRADE 8 - $51,147.50 JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is required to provide support to the Contract Management Unit (CMU) in a variety of operational decisions.

JOB REFERENCE NO:CBB03-21-38

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

MINISTRY:Health and Human Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:GRADE 9 - $59,552.50 JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position, performing evaluations, etc., and collaborating with multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological.

JOB REFERENCE NO:CBB03-21-39

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST MINISTRY:Health & Human Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY:GRADE 9 - $59,552.50

JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position, performing evaluations, etc., and collaborating with multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members.

JOB REFERENCE NO:CBB3-21-40

COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH NURSE

MINISTRY: Ministry of Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 6- $33,415.00 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:CBB03-21-41

MENTAL HEALTH AIDE

MINISTRY: Ministry of Health & Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 5 - $26,650.00 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:CBB03-21-42

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST

MINISTRY: Ministry of Health, Agriculture, and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 8 - $51,147.50 JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent in this position will provide effective and quality psychological services to clients with mental health disorders.

JOB REFERENCE NO:CBB03-21-43

PSYCHIATRIST

MINISTRY: Ministry of Health & Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY:GRADE 8 - $51,147.50 JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of this job is to ensure provision of a high standard of Mental Health Care to the residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB03-21-44

EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 6 - $33,415.00 JOB SUMMARY: This senior administrative support position will provide an efficient and responsive administrative, organizational and logistical service to the Attorney General.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB3-21-46

ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR

MINISTRY Physical Planning & Infrastructure Development LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 6 - $33,415.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: CONTINUED U

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To prepare estimates and bill of quantities for various government projects.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB3-21-48

CULTURAL OFFICER

MINISTRY Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs & The Environment LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 6 - $33,415.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This position offers an opportunity for persons to assist in the promotion and education of the culture of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB03-21-49

MEDICAL OFFICER

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Various SALARY: GRADE 8 - $51,147.50 JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will be responsible to provide a high standard of primary health care to patients in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB03-21-51

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Various SALARY: GRADE 5 - $26,650.00

JOB SUMMARY: This is a direct operational response position within the Emergency Medical Services. The job holder will respond to emergencies in a safe manner and assist in the extrication, stabilization, care and transportation of the ill and injured as required.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB03-21-52

SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 6 - $33,415.00 JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position which has responsibility for the instruction and supervision of students enrolled in Programs at the Special Needs Unit/ SNAP center.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB3-21-53

STRATEGIC AND POLICY TOURISM MANAGER

MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs and The Environment LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY Grade 9 $59,552.50 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This role is a mid-level leadership role. The incumbent will work very closely with the Director of Tourism, as the Tourist Board is the key implementing agency for Tourism based initiatives and is responsible for managing the development and implementation of policy and programs within the Tourism Industry.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB3-21-54

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs and The Environment LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5 - $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative position, which has responsibility for the smooth operation of administrative functions in the office and for dealing with information that is sensitive and/or confidential.

Messi is Barcelona’s record scorer with 672 goals.

Lionel Messi agrees to stay in Barcelona on reduced wages LIONEL Messi has agreed to stay at Barcelona on a deal until 2026 that includes reducing his wages to half of his previous salary.

The announcement is dependent on player departures that will allow Barca to fund the Argentina captain’s wages.

Messi, 34, was a free agent after his contract - that reportedly paid him £123m a season - expired on 30 June.

He is on holiday after winning the Copa America and the finer details of the contract are yet to be finalised.

Re-signing Messi was the principal summer target of new chairman Joan Laporta.

Barca are also looking at a swap deal involving forward Antoine Griezmann and Atletico Madrid midfielder

Saul Niguez, with the idea of reducing the wage bill.

Fringe players such as Junior Firpo, Jean-Clair Todibo and Carles Alena have already been sold to free up budget but other big-name departures will also need to take place.

Messi had been linked with moves to Paris St-Germain and Manchester City, where he would be reunited with his former boss at Barcelona Pep Guardiola, as well as America’s Major League Soccer, which he has previously considered experiencing.

Messi is Barcelona’s record scorer with 672 goals and has won 10 La Liga titles, four Champions Leagues, seven Copa del Reys as well as claiming the Ballon d’Or on a record six occasions. (BBC)

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

T&C SECRETARIAL SERVICES

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT FIBER WORKS

VIDA BAIN

Cooper jack 333-0980

Wilson Street, Blue Hills

LABOURER

- $6.50 p/h Perform physical & manual work

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 supportin documents will not be processed).

(APPLICATION DEADLINE: JULY 30TH 2021)

Acting on behalf of

A & L TRUCKING South dock rd

DOMESTIC WORKER

DRIVER

– $6.50 hourly Household chores.

GREGORIA MEJIA

CONTACT: 331-2251

- 7.00 p/h Load and unload cargo Tel: 246-5644 Blue Hills,

DOMESTIC WORKER

- $6.50 p/h Providing regular housekeeping Tel: 333-2069

Renewal, belonger will be given first preference.

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Football fans in England and across Europe surveyed on racism in the game MOST fans in England think racism exists in professional football but just over half think it is a serious problem, a YouGov survey shared with Sky Sports News has revealed.

Polling company YouGov conducted a study of 4,500 football fans carried out over several months across nine European countries.

Fans in England were asked at the end of March whether they thought racism existed in professional football in the country. They were asked the question again in midJune, days after England players were initially booed by sections of the Wembley crowd before applause and cheering broke out as the team took a knee ahead of their Euro 2020 opener against Croatia.

Some 54 per cent of fans in England said racism in football is a serious issue, compared to 57 per cent back in March. More people in June (36 per cent) said racism existed in football but is not serious, compared with March (34 per cent).

The June poll was taken four weeks before Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka were targeted with racist abuse online after England’s Euro 2020 penalty shootout loss to Italy.

In the wider sample, more than nine in 10 fans in England, Wales, and Scotland (all 91 per cent) said racism remains a problem in football.

That figure stood at 92 per cent among ethnically diverse football fans in Great Britain, including 79 per cent who said racism is a serious issue affecting the sport.

In both Wales and Scotland, 56 per cent of fans felt racism existed in football and is a serious problem, but fans across Europe were split on the issue. In Portugal, some 76 per cent of fans acknowledged the presence

Most players are very supportive of their teammates and the treatment meted out to them.

of racism but only 41 per cent said it’s a serious issue, as did 39 per cent of German fans, 38 per cent of Dutch fans, and 37 per cent of Spanish fans.

In France, some 88 per cent of supporters agreed that racism exists in the game. French fans were also the most likely on the continent (64 per cent) to say racism is a serious problem within football.

How has football reacted to the issue of racism?

Following the enormous public outcry over recent European Super League proposals, Leeds striker Patrick Bamford questioned why there was not a similar impassioned uproar from fans over various incidents of racism in the sport.

However, the survey reveals some fans take the direct opposite view to Bamford, and see the reaction from players, staff, and clubs to the issue of racism as underwhelming.

Fans were asked: Do you think the reaction of those within professional football, such as players, staff and club executives as a whole to the issue of racism in football has been an overreaction, underreaction, or about right? xactly half (50 per cent) of diverse ethnic fans in Britain felt the response from the sport as a whole has been an under-reaction.

This was split fairly evenly between those that thought it was major (24 per cent) and those that thought it was somewhat of an under-reaction (26 per cent).

Across all of the British supporters surveyed, the picture was slightly different. More than a third of fans in England (37 per cent), Wales and Scotland (both (36 per cent) thought professional football has reacted correctly to the issue of racism within the sport - while another 31

per cent, 30 per cent and 28 per cent respectively said there has been an under-reaction to the issue.

FANS SAY PLAYERS TAKING LEADING ROLE IN FIGHT AGAINST RACISM ston Villa and England defender Tyrone Mings said prior to Euro 2020 that players can act as “pioneers” in tackling racism in football, following his own experience of abuse on social media.

However, when asked, many football supporters across Europe felt players were already doing enough in the fight against racism and that it’s fans themselves who are letting the side down.

In England, exactly 20 per cent thought fans were doing enough to kick racism out of the game, up five per cent from March, but just half the number of ethnically diverse fans

in Britain (10 per cent) shared the same view. More than two-thirds of supporters in England (68 per cent) thought they could do more to cut out racism themselves.

Two-thirds of English football fans surveyed in June (66 per cent) felt that the players are doing enough to tackle racism, up from 53 per cent in March. More than half of fans in Wales (58 per cent), Spain (55 per cent), and the Netherlands (54 per cent) shared this sentiment, as did 49 per cent of Portuguese fans, 48 per cent of fans in Italy, and 47 per cent of Scottish fans.

Is the FA doing enough?

Last month only 36 per cent of English supporters said the Football Association is doing enough to tackle racism in professional football, with 47 per cent saying it was not doing enough.

Responding to the YouGov survey, the FA told Sky Sports News one of their key objectives over the next three years is to “deliver a game free from discriminatory behaviour”.

They say their three-year equality, diversity and inclusion plan, In Pursuit of Progress, is focusing on initiatives to promote equality and increase the diversity of those playing, officiating, coaching, leading and governing English football.

The FA also points out it remains proactive in tackling online discriminatory abuse, having led English football’s social media boycott from April 30 to May 3 this year.

The governing body wants to continue the lobbying of government on the Online Safety Bill, and is urging social media companies to act faster to tackle hate on their platforms. (Skysports)

FBI failed to investigate USA Gymnastics abuser, watchdog finds

Larry Nassar is serving an effective life sentence for molesting young gymnasts.

The FBI disregarded allegations about a prolific USA Gymnastics child abuser and later made serious errors in the investigation, a watchdog has found.

The long-awaited report gave a scathing assessment of the FBI’s investigation into former team doctor Larry Nassar.

He is serving an effective life sentence for molesting young gymnasts.

Numerous missteps and coverups by FBI agents allowed his abuse to continue for months after the case was first opened, the report found.

In a statement on Wednesday, the FBI acknowledged the findings,

calling the handling of the Nassar file “inexcusable and a discredit to this organisation”.

“We will take all necessary steps to ensure that the failures of the employees outlined in the report do not happen again,” the agency said.

The 119-page report by the Department of Justice Inspector General found that despite the seriousness of the allegations against Nassar, the FBI field office in Indianapolis dragged its feet in responding.

In July 2015, following an internal review into Nassar, USA Gymnastics reported a number of allegations to

the FBI in Indianapolis. After some “limited follow-up” that summer, the agency “did not undertake any investigative activity” on the case for more than eight months.

During that time, the report said, Nassar’s sexual assaults continued.

Confronted by their mistakes, two FBI officials lied during interviews to cover up their errors, the report said.

At the time the allegations surfaced, one of the FBI agents, Jay Abbott, had been in discussions with USA Gymnastics officials about a job with the Olympic Committee.

Mr Abbott retired from the agency in 2018.

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Yannique Haye-Smith reached the podium in seven of her nine meets this season.

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Yanique Haye-Smith is the top female sprinter in the TCI.

Haye-Smith dubs season successful but disappointed about missing Olympics TCI’s National Female Elite Athlete, Yanique Haye-Smith returned home last week after a very successful 2021 Track and Field Season.

Although disappointed that she did not attain her ultimate goal of making it to the Tokyo Olympics, she is pleased when reflecting on her performances this season.

“After the 2020 shut down and having to train without knowing if

the season would have happened was one of the greatest challenges, and the return to competition after the shutdown of 2020 was difficult to find my rhythm.”

Haye-Smith added that she sees more possibilities for TCI’s athletes with the right support and encouragement.

She noted that the road to the 2022 Athletic Season has many more possibilities.

“2022 has promised to be a major championship year, ending with the Commonwealth Games and the World Championships, where TCI Athletes can hold our flag high without the shadows presented this season.”

MANY POSSIBILITIES

DOMINANCE

During this season, Haye-Smith competed in a total of nine outdoor meetings of which she registered four first places, two-second places finishes, one third-place finish, and the other two meetings were top five.

She registered season-best times in the 400m hurdles of 56.12 seconds, 23.51s in the 200m and a new TCI National Record in the 400m of 52.50s.

Although she was unsuccessful

at the UK Olympic Trials where she finished 2nd in the first round (but did not advance to the final), she remains very satisfied with her 2021 campaign.

“I’m not done as yet, as my team and I have already commenced planning for 2022. I’m thankful for the support this season, from Sponsors PUMA, Flamingo Pharmacy GNC, and the team at the TCI Sports Commission.”

Euro final: Harry Maguire’s father suffered two suspected broken ribs

Roger Federer, 39, underwent two knee operations in 2020.

Tennis great Roger Federer pulls out of Olympics, citing knee injury ROGER Federer, the four-time Olympian and all-time great tennis champion, announced Tuesday that he would not represent Switzerland in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, saying that a recent setback with his knee forced the decision.

The 39-year-old underwent two knee operations in 2020.

“I am greatly disappointed, as it has been an honor and highlight of my career each time I have represented Switzerland,” Federer wrote in a statement. “I have already begun rehabilitation in the hopes of returning to the tour later this summer.”

Federer, a 20-time grand slam champion, competed in each Olympics between 2000 and 2012, winning men’s doubles gold in Beijing in 2008 and men’s singles silver in London in 2012. He missed the 2016 Olympics due to a knee injury.

He most recently played at Wimbledon where he was knocked out of the tournament in the quarterfinals. He last won a grand slam tournament in January 2018 at the Australian Open.

Federer joins a growing list of players who are forgoing the chance for Olympic gold this summer for a variety of reasons.

HARRY Maguire’s father Alan suffered two suspected broken ribs before England’s Euro 2020 final defeat by Italy, says the England defender.

Fans fought with stewards and police as they attempted to break through gates for Sunday’s game at Wembley.

Maguire’s father, 56, was “struggling to breathe” after being trampled on.

“My dad was in the stampede,” Maguire told the Sun. “It was not a nice experience - it shook him up. He said he was scared.”

The Manchester United captain, who has two daughters, added: “I don’t want anyone to experience that at a football match.

“He was fortunate as every game he has been to he has had my nephew or one of my kids on his shoulders. I am pleased my kids didn’t go to the game.”

The 28-year-old’s father and agent Kenneth Shepherd were caught up in the incident as they made their way to the seating area reserved for players’ families.

Medical attention was not sought at the time, Maguire saying of his father: “He was struggling with his

Harry Maguire, pictured after England’s Euro 2020 final defeat, said he was glad his children had not attended the game.

breathing afterwards because of his ribs, but he’s not one to make a big fuss.”

Maguire, who had about 20 members of his family and friends at the game, said he hoped the security breach would not affect England’s chances of hosting a future World Cup. “The way some people acted was totally wrong,” he added.

“Dad will always support me and go to the games but he will be a little bit more aware of everything going on around. “[Wembley] has been an amazing home, and the way [fans] have acted has been unbelievable, apart from the odd few in a final.

“We need to learn and we will — and it would be an amazing place to hold the World Cup.” Separately, Julian Knight, chair of the Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Committee, has written a letter to Mark Bullingham, chief executive of the Football Association, asking for further detail on the safety and security measures taken.

The MP said he was “shocked and appalled by the violence seen at Wembley for Sunday’s final” and expects a reply by 20 July.

“These culturally significant events should inspire the next generation, not leave reports of children being terrified,” he said.

“We have concerns about whether the preparations for the event were sufficient and are requesting urgent answers from the FA. Given the situation, what planning had been done for people ‘storming’ the stadium?” (BBC)

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A total of 281 goals were scored in the league.

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he Provo Eagles were crowned champions of the event.

Provo Eagles win Fortis Youth League – Sandro wins Golden Boot, MVP awards

PROVO Lions emerged victorious in the inaugural Fortis TCI Elite Boys U17 Youth League, which concluded on Saturday.

The event, which was played by seven teams, had Provo Lions finishing in second place and the Provo Jaguars in third.

Louis Sandro, who was unstoppable for the Lions, finished with the Golden Boot award after netting 18 goals, while he was also adjudged the MVP of the season.

Samuel Harvey from the Provo Jaguars won the Golden Glove award.

Along with those overall awards, each of the seven teams had MVP winners: Davidson Meneide for the Grand Turk Dynamos, Omarion Lightbourne for the Grand Turk Dolphins, Marco Williams for the South Caicos Mariners, Mike Legerme for the Jaguars, Peterson St Fleur for the Provo Falcons, Callum Park for the Eagles and Sandro for the Lions.

According to information from the FA, the tournament provided an excellent opportunity for 127 players from across the Turks and Caicos Islands to compete.

During this first season, 59 matches were played in 15 rounds

some normalcy to our lives. We enjoyed watching the talented players from across the TCI come together.” She continued, “This league would not have been

of competition. A total of 281 goals were scored, by 61 scorers.

due to the pandemic. But the last eight weeks have brought back

VERY PROUD Aisha Laporte, CFO of Fortis TCI said “All of us at Fortis TCI are very proud of this league, and very committed to our partnership with the TCIFA, which has made this possible. We are especially pleased at the level of competition that this tournament has given to our young footballers from all across our family islands.

It means so much to us that players from Grand Turk, North/ Middle Caicos, South Caicos, and Providenciales could be in Providenciales week after week.” She continued, “since we’ve partnered with the TCIFA in 2017 to launch the Fortis TCI Youth Football Leagues, our goal continues to be the development of our youth as players and as young people who will one day lead this country.”

Indrani Saunders, TCIFA Executive Committee Member with responsibilities for youth football, said, “The past year has been challenging for us all, but especially for the youth. For months, this pitch has been empty

The Provo Lions played well in the competition.

possible without Fortis TCI’s partnership. It has continued to make a positive impact on our youth football development throughout our islands.”

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Tanesia Gardiner closed off her season will a bronze medal in the 3000M

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Antwon Walkin continues to dominate in the shot put.

Track and Field is alive and well in the TCI – Coach Ford – Lauds young athletes for excelling at NACAC U18 championships National athletics coach of the Turks and Caicos Islands Randy Ford has expressed his delight in the islands medalling twice at last weekend’s NACAC U18 Championships, which were held in Costa Rica.

National record holders Tanesia Gardiner and Antwon Walkin both won bronze medals at the event.

Gardiner however won in the 3000 metres and Antwon in the shot put.

Coach Ford, who was one of two officials with the team, said that he was very proud of the “athletes stepping up to the plate and delivering.”

Along with the two athletes, Rayyon Walkin also travelled with the side, he finished four in the preliminary round of the high jump with a leap of 1.70M and returned with a 22.52s 200M run, where he finished fourth in his heat.

Since he is stronger in the long jump than the 200M and there was a clash of the two events, Coach Ford pulled him out of the sprint

and allowed him to focus on his long jump. He ended seventh place overall with a top jump of 6.61M. Meanwhile, the 3000M bronze medal was won by national high jump record holder Gardiner in a time of 12 minutes and 44.41s. In the shot put, Antwon’s third-place throw was 14.20M.

athletes who did not make themselves available for training and selection.

I encourage them to step up to the plate so we can step on the medal podium more frequently and also get

involved in relays more frequently. I wish to thank the membership of the TCAAA, the parents of the athletes and the public for their support and involvement.”

DELIVERING According to Coach Ford, the athletes were able to step up to the place and deliver.

He said he was proud of their performance because they competed against a number of quality athletes. The competition includes teams from Canada, Central America and the Caribbean.

“I am proud of the athletes.

They are all very young and I look forward to continued improvement.”

He pointed out that there are other talented athletes in the TCI so the future looks bright.

“We still have some quality

BVI, Cayman Islands and the Bahamas for Women’s Festival THE Turks and Caicos Football Association will host three teams in FIFA Friendlies and the Women’s Football Festival which will kick off later this month.

The event, which will be closed to the public, will have

national teams from the Bahamas, BVI and the Cayman Islands challenging our female side.

According to information from the FA, the teams will battle on July 29 and August 1 before they clash in the Women’s Festival Playoffs on August 2.

The games are closed to the general public.

Initially, two other athletes, Tayjo Oppong and Darvioun Rigby were also selected for the championships, but both had exams in Jamaica

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