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Tax reduced on building

materials Government, at Cabinet on Wednesday (August 7), moved to allay concerns over the application of the 15 per cent tax on freight and insurance of building materials, which was introduced in July. PAGE  5

25-year-old Cynthia Roberts Hinsey and her nine-year-old daughter

TCI's first career portal launched 5 PAGE 

TWI offers to 7 settle $100m lawsuit with TCIG

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Multimillions owed by defaulting PAGE  6 developers

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Tax on building materials reduced BY VANESSA NARINE GOVERNMENT, at Cabinet on Wednesday (August 7), moved to allay concerns over the application of the 15 per cent tax on freight and insurance of building materials, which was introduced in July. Certain building materials, including cement, sand, steel rods and blocks, will now attract a reduced tax on freight and insurance of five per cent. Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, explained that this is an effort not stifle the construction sector, but to encourage growth. At the post-Cabinet press conference on Thursday (August 8), he said: “In the House of Assembly representation was made concerning the cost involved with the tax on freight and insurance on aggregate materials, seeing that these materials sometimes require an entire barge for importation. “Our proposal was to reduce the tax to five per cent….this way we encourage growth in the sector and still have some revenue coming to

Government. “The decision was made in Cabinet and the amendment will be made accordingly.” The Premier added that the amendments will not have to go to Parliament to be put into effect, as considerations were made for possible changes by the Minister of Finance. “We made provisions in the bill when we took it to the House for the Minister to make changes to regulations at the Cabinet level,” he said. Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick, commenting on the reduction, explained that Permanent Secretary on his ministry, Athenee Harvey, is currently working with the Attorney General’s Chambers to ensure that the business community is given adequate notice of the change. “We are working to make sure that the necessary notice for the implementation of this decision is done as early as possible, potentially as early as Monday,” Misick said. He added that some importers have already imported items under

Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing

the original 15 per cent tax and in order to avoid further complications, the notice will be sent out on an “urgent” basis. Asked if people who already imported items will be reimbursed, the Finance Minister said no. “Obviously they will pass on

Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick

that cost, but beyond that, with the reduction in the tax, the prices are expected to be lowered accordingly,” Misick said. The other new tax measures in effect include a one per cent increase in accommodation tax; changes in the stamp duty; the introduction of

a temporary driver’s licence fee, which will largely target visitors to the Islands; a general service tax for the service industry, including attorneys and accountants; and a communications tax – the latter two expected to become effective in October.

TCI's first career portal launched A STRONGER synergy between job seekers and employers in TCI's hospitality and tourism sectors was established last Friday (August 2), when TCHTA launched the nation's first career portal, TCHTAcareers. com. Executive director of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA), Stacey Cox, said: “The web portal was conceptualised and developed to transform lives by connecting talent to great companies and provides a fresh approach to recruitment marketing, through its features and

functionality. “Our TCHTAcareers.com special committee spearheaded by human resources guru Bridgette Thomas of BNC Consulting Group, identified the need to develop another vehicle by which job seekers could apply for advertised positions and a channel by which recruiters could manage their recruitment campaigns effectively and successfully. “TCHTAcareers.com is not a recruitment agency but a careers site. This means that we will advertise vacancies on behalf of employers and recruitment

Audit oversight committee to be established CABINET reviewed a paper on Wednesday (August 7) for the establishment of an Audit Committee. And Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, explained that this is required under the Public Financial Management Ordinance.

He said: “The Committee will consist of six non-executive members who will give oversight to the processes of the National Audit Office.” According to him, the Committee Members will be appointed at the next Cabinet meeting on August 21.

agencies who are looking for employees. “Companies must still advertise their job vacancies using traditional print media as per the labour policy but our new web portal will provide them with another channel to reach and engage with top talent.” According to her, the portal was developed to connect the nation's job seekers and employers through a comprehensive yet user friendly platform. The portal was touted as an effective and resourceful web portal will give member employers upon sign up the ability to advertise job postings and source potential candidates. The web-based portal will also make the job search easier for Turks and Caicos Islanders, including those studying and/or living abroad. As a registered user of TCHTAcareers.com job seekers can receive email job alerts, apply for vacancies, manage applications and store resumes securely online, all free of charge. Job seekers can also post their resumes on the site's database making it conveniently accessible by any potential employer at any given time. TCHTA's president Michel

Neutelings, who has made the local employment drive one of TCHTA's top priorities, said: “We wanted to ensure that there is significant exposure and outreach for those unemployed Turks and Caicos Islanders to be able to efficiently apply for jobs in the hotel and tourism sectors.

“TCHTAcareers.com will make this possible and we encourage all job seekers to take advantage of this new innovative initiative.” Employers interested in obtaining additional information about TCHTAcareers.com and its low introductory rates should contact TCHTA at 941-5787.

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

Change for better? Progress is being made with the Government’s promised review of the local tax system, with the appointment of members to the Blue Ribbon Commission, which is chaired by Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick. What are your thoughts?

Positive Signal

At a time when the criticisms are many, this is a good indication – a positive signal – for the people and a clear sign of which Government Ministers are actually working on delivering on campaign promises.

Cart before the horse

Deputy Leader of the PDM, Sean Astwood, had it right; the Finance Minister has put the cart before the horse. This is a case of too little and much too late.

Blood from stones

You cannot get blood out of stone, or a dried up turnip. This is the case with or without a Blue Ribbon Commission.

An approach question

If they just spent more time on enforcement and collecting arrears, we might not need to raise new taxes at all.

Short end of the stick

Poor people always get the short end of the stick. At least with VAT the government would have seen clearly how merchants are robbing poor people. Both parties PNP and PDM jumped on the

bandwagon with the rich merchant class to defeat VAT, only for PNP to turn around and introduce taxes similar to VAT, but without the government peeking at the books of the merchants who will simply pass all their tax burden onto the poor people of this country. Bad advice Our politicians continue to take advice from the very people who they claim to be our oppressors.

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Multimillions owed by defaulting developers – Progress being made with new developments BY VANESSA NARINE OLD development agreements are currently under scrutiny, with the view of collecting money owed by defaulting developers. This was according to Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick, at a press conference last Friday (August 2). “The debt is substantial,” he said, and added that once an audit is done the exact amount owed will be known. The Minister said: “I cannot say how many [developers]. We are reviewing that presently.

“Some of the developments went under and some never got started…the companies that have been identified so far have been approached. “The idea is not to make it more difficult for them, but they do have obligations to the Government and the focus will be on working with them.” Misick noted that the focus will be on working with the defaulting developers to work out a payment schedule, possibly over a few months or a year. “We do need these funds to support our social throughout the islands,” he said. The Finance Minister added that

Legislative agenda presented to Cabinet THE PREMIER has presented to Cabinet a paper setting out the Government’s legislative programme for the next 18 months. According to Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, at the last post Cabinet press conference, the paper includes 66 pieces of legislation requiring amendments and new legislations. He noted that it also seeks to prioritise the agenda in terms of legislation that will be brought forward this year that are critical to the government functioning. He said: “These in particular focus on areas such as legislation that will bring in

revenue, legislation dealing with employment issues, legislation to which we have international obligations to put in place, most of them in the financial services sector and also legislation that deals with development.” Ewing added that the agenda is very thorough. However, it does not mean that new legislation would not be developed if the need arises, especially after multiple consultations in terms of the various planning strategies that have been outlined, the Premier said. “We will also make provisions to have this legislative agenda published shortly,” he said.

the collection of these debts are not factored into the revenues for the 2013/2014 Budget, but once collected will provide much needed resources, particularly in the area of social programmes and capital projects. Asked about current capital investment projects, Misick said these are progressing well. TIMELINE When asked about the average timeline for these development projects, he pointed out that since each is different, estimating a timeline is difficult. The Minister said: “The important thing is that the project gets expedited and that is what we are trying to do and that is why it is so critical to have a dedicated agency to provide both facilitation and after care, to make sure people understand the process and are delivering on the timelines agreed on and that they are getting the service they require from the Government.” He added that he expects construction on at least one project to get underway this year. “We announced a number of private sector projects, but the planning cycle for these are quite long,” Misick said. “We are hoping the West Caicos project gets started next summer… they are fully committed to this. “A lot of the projects, if all goes well, should be starting around the same time, next summer and fall.” He maintained that in addition to ensuring that the projects are expedited, emphasis is being placed on ensuring that the procedures to get

them underway are followed properly. Misick said: “When you are talking about projects that are hundreds of millions of dollars, these are long planning cycles and we are asking the public for a little more patience.” Current projects either at the Development Agreement (DA) or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) stage or in early implementation phase, include: • Grand Turk: North Creek Marina and hotel development; White Sands expansion; and Dolphin Cove; • South Caicos: East Bay Resort development – Expansion of their Development Agreement/Order; Sail Rock - South Caicos; and Sun Crystal Health Salt processing business; • In North Caicos: St. Charles Resort is under Sale and Purchase Agreement by a group with plans to redevelop and build out the project. In Providenciales, Misick noted that there are several projects with major financial impacts that are being looked at. They include the proposal by Desarollos Hotel Group for the establishment of three five star branched European plan hotels located along the famous Grace Bay beach; the Shore Club development; the Hyatt Andaz Turks and Caicos project; and the Third Turtle development, which will see the development of a $70 million hotel, casino and marina complex. INVESTMENT POLICY Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, commenting on the progress of new

developments, explained that his Government’s investment policy will address some of the nuances that existed in the past. He said: “The timeframe [for developments] is longer than we would like it to be due to lots of other issues….if all the documents are in line, the timeframe can last anywhere up to six months. “Our focus is to get this down… in order for you to do this, all the documentation needs to be ready, due diligence needs to be done, etc….a new investment policy will guide and there is no reason why the process will be long.” Ewing noted that the Government is working on packaging specific offers for developers as part of the process, which will include the use of standard Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to be signed with developers. He added that there are particular developments that the Government wants to have done and committed to working with developers willing to invest in these. The new investment policy is currently under review by Government with specific objectives. These include attracting longterm growth oriented investment that is aimed at creating local jobs; pro-actively encourage appropriate investment into the lesser-developed family islands; pro-actively attract investment into new industries to broaden the economic base; operating a regulated system of investment incentives that is clear, transparent and relatively easy to monitor for compliance and aftercare; reducing the cost of doing business; and lowering the barriers to entry into business except for high risk activities.

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TWI offers to settle $100m lawsuit with TCIG AN OFFER by Trade Wind Industry owners of the Conch Farm, to terminate its lawsuit against the Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, but not its claims against the Governor, has met with resistance from the Attorney General. The lawsuit, which has been brewing in court for several months, was in May sent to arbitration by the Appeal Court after a decision by Supreme Court Judge, Margaret Ramsay-Hale to have the case heard in open court was appealed by the AG. TWI instituted action against the TCIG and Governor Ric Todd for breaches of leases, breach of the development agreement (dated May 28, 2010), malicious falsehoods, defamation and interference by unlawful means. Some weeks ago the company sent an official offer to the Government, however, to date there has been no response on whether they will accept or decline the TWI’s settlement terms. This is according to chairman of

the company, John Hartley. The offer to settle extends only to the Government, and does not include the claims against Governor Ric Todd. The company proposed to terminate all legal costs and exposure to the TCIG if it would agree to honour the terms and conditions of the existing development agreement and amendments that the Conch Farm operators signed with the TCIG, former Governor Gordon Wetherell and the Crown in 2010 and 2011. Hartley told Weekly News that the company will be filing an amended claim in the Supreme Court to be served on the Crown for loss of opportunity and defamation. When the Weekly News contacted Minister of Finance, Washington Misick, on the Government’s decision in the matter, he said it is still at Cabinet and that there has been no consensus. “I’m afraid that situation does not appear anywhere near coming to a settlement… unfortunately we have

to let things play out.” The Minister made it clear that he would like to a see a settlement in the case. “It is fair to say that as far as I am concerned I would like to see a settlement because I would like for TWI to be able to demonstrate that they have the resources to move forward with their project in the interest of the people of these islands, creating jobs etc.” He added that it is “a bit of a messy situation” because the interpretation is that there is really no separation between the TCI Government and the Crown. “The angle from which Trade Wind is coming from is that they are prepared to settle with the Turks and Caicos Government but they are not prepared to give up their claim against the Governor. “Clearly their view of the situation is different from the view of those persons representing the Crown and the Government.” Asked if the TCIG is separate from the Crown and the Governor,

Capital developments being fast tracked BY VANESSA NARINE

PREMIER, Dr. Rufus Ewing, addressed the efforts being made in the area of capital development works, now that the 2013/2014 Budget has been passed. At a press conference last Friday (August 2), he reported that the projects are being fast tracked. Ewing said: “In recognising the short window between now and April 2014 [the end of the current financial year] the Government is fast tracking a number of capital development projects that were cited

Three arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods THE Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police arrested a 36-year-old woman and two men, ages 18 and 32, on suspicion of handling stolen goods. The arrests were made in connection to a report that was made last Saturday (August 3).

in the budget. “We have already embarked on a capital development project programme…includes the Salt Cay clinic redevelopment, which is already out to tender.” He added: “A number of other tenders, including for the South Caicos dock, will be put out in August, among other projects to ensure we have them implemented in a timely manner.” In the area of education, he said the works include furnishing schools with equipment, construction of bathroom facilities and additional blocks and refurbishment, among other works. Within the health sector, these efforts, according to him, include redevelopment of the Salt Cay Clinic, provision of furniture for the Middle Caicos Clinic, outfitting of the National Public Health lab, outfitting of the Wellness Centre in Grand Turk and new ambulances for North Caicos. The Premier added that works on the detention centre, vehicles for police and general increasing capacity are the focus areas in immigration and border control. Turning to infrastructure works, he explained that these include both new and ongoing projects, which include the community centre in

South Caicos, the North and Middle Caicos Causeway, the reverse osmosis plants for Salt Cay, South Caicos and Grand Turk. “The works programme, which is also budgeted, focuses on creating jobs in the family islands and allows for work that needs to be done, to be done,” Ewing said, referring to smaller scale projects. In his budget presentation, Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick, noted that the efforts being undertaken are being done at a time when expenditure is constraint. According to him, the scope for significant increases in capital expenditure will be limited until the TCI has repaid and refinanced the $170 million bond in 2016. Total capital expenditure from all sources is forecasted at $19.1 million, compared to actual expenditure of $15.3 million for last year, an increase of 25 per cent. The major projects to be undertaken this year include a new block at the Ona Glinton Primary School at $2.1 million; continued work on the causeway bridge at $1.5 million; complete and furnish the new block the HJR High School at a cost of $1.2 million; new vehicles for the police at $815,000 and completion of the new RO plant at Grand Turk priced at $668,000.

Misick stated that this is open for interpretation. He observed however, that the prevailing attitude is one of “go along to get along” until the country gets to a position where it has restored the economy back to where it needs to be. Following this, the Minister added, the Government can then focus on some of the ideological and constitutional anomalies. “The existing constitution gives the Governor and the British Government, through the Governor and through other agencies, in my view, far too much authority while we are left with the responsibility.” He stated that this needs to be addressed, but that his focus right now is to get the economy strong. The 2011 Constitution which came into effect in October 2012 stipulates that oversight of land rests with the Crown, through the Attorney General Chambers. Asked if the Governor and the Attorney General are exerting pressure on the Government not to settle with TWI, Misick said he would not necessarily say this is the case. He explained: “Their view is different from the views of Trade Wind obviously. “The view of the people representing the Government – this includes the Attorney General – is that this whole thing was initiated by Trade Wind, and all they need to do is cease the action and come to the table and we can negotiate and focus on the application for the development of finfish farming. “The interim administration did not initiate the action so the action has to be ceased by Trade Wind.

“To do otherwise – if the Government voluntarily withdraws, to some extent they would be admitting guilt and that is not something the Government is prepared to do.” He said that on the basis of the offer that was made by Trade Wind, it limits the liability of the Turks and Caicos Government, not the Crown. “The advice that I am getting is that there is no difference, so that is where we are stuck.” This advice, Misick clarified when asked, was given by the AG. “The Attorney General is the Government’s lawyer that is under the complicated system of Government that we have… he represents the Crown and he represents Turks and Caicos Government.” Meanwhile, three arbitrators are needed to resolve the issue, when the matter goes to arbitration, as it appears to be headed. According to a letter from TWI, posted on TCI Journal news site, the expected cost of arbitration is about three million dollars. The company, in its letter, also raised the question of a conflict of interest. “It would appear that Attorney General Huw Shepheard is sacrificing the finances of the TCI Government and taxpayers to financially protect the Crown. “Is this not a glaring demonstration of conflict of interest? Where is the independent and non-conflicted legal advice and representation for the democratically elected TCI Government and taxpayer?” the company questioned. Efforts to reach the Attorney General for comment on the issue were unsuccessful. (DI)

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Marine management meeting Three men fined in magistrate’s court highlights major challenges BY VANESSA NARINE THE TURKS and Caicos Island’s first national marine management meeting was held in Grand Turk last month (July 12) and the report recently made public. Three major themes highlighted were lack of a strategic vision for the marine environment (or related tourism and fishing industries); chronic underfunding of Government departments and organisations working on environmental issues, and lack of effective enforcement of existing legislation. Organised by the Future of Reefs project, the session, held at Dillon Hall, saw the participation of over 15 people, including representatives from the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs, Marine Enforcement, dive operators, hotel representatives, charter boat owners, the Centre for Field Studies, fishermen representatives and other independent citizens. The purpose of the session was to identify past and future events related to the sea as a way to understand how the Turks and Caicos Islands dependence on coral reefs and associated activities like tourism and fishing can be locally managed so both the marine environment and people benefit. The meeting was chaired by Professor Selina Stead from Newcastle University, UK. Stead was accompanied by Blue Water Divers’ Mitch Rolling, who explained how many people living in TCI are unaware of the importance of reefs because most people on the islands never see them, many do not know that they are alive and some people think that they are no more than rocks. He said: “The truth is that without coral reefs there would be no beautiful white sand beaches. “No near-shore fishery, no conch or lobster, no protection from

storms and hurricanes. There would be no tourists who go diving and snorkelling, not even beachcombers. “Reefs also play a big role in preventing beach and land erosion. Each year, our coral reefs contribute millions of dollars in terms of tourism, fisheries, and the provision of coastal defence against events like hurricanes. “For many people who live and work in the TCI our reefs represent a substantial source of revenue/income or a vital foods supply. “Reefs are valuable and like anything of value that value can increase if the product is well maintained and protected, or it can decrease, if it is neglected or exploited. “Turks Islanders have a love for the sea which is tied to the history and culture of boat building, boat racing, and fishing. “But like many cultures these days, all over the world, young people have new access to information and communication via the internet. “We have all seen young people here in the TCI… it seems no one can function at all without their Blackberry, and texting people all the time. “Are we losing our basic skills of simply talking and honestly communicating with each other? “Possibly we are…. We need to involve and educate the younger next generation, to appreciate a love of the sea and coral reefs, so that the vast amount of new information that is available can be utilised in a positive manner for the benefit of all. “In the past most research on reefs has looked at the biology of reefs and not the management that is needed to ensure that sufficient resources are in places to maintain healthy reefs. “Hence the focus of this research project is on people. We have already learned a lot about corals, habitats, and how they live and die. “We must now focus on what needed to be done to properly

manage and protect them.” During the meeting attendees participated in two exercises - a historical time scan to show how past major events may shape future development of coastal activities in TCI; and a policy cycle analysis to identify who is involved in management and policy development. The results of the meeting are expected to facilitate advice on priority actions to promote sustainable management and decision-making on TCI’s marine resources including its important coral reefs. Over the last four years, the Future of Reefs in a Changing Environment (FORCE) project, a large European Union funded research project, has made substantial efforts to understand the relationship between people and reefs. Extensive interviews, dive surveys and community meetings have already been conducted in Caribbean countries, Barbados, Honduras, St Kitts and Nevis, and Belize to determine what is needed to support sustainable marine resource development. In 2013, Future of Reefs project researchers are collecting information from three more Caribbean countries, namely Anguilla, the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Cayman Islands. The research in the TCI focused on three communities in each country - a fishing based economy (Five Cays), a tourism based economy (Turtle Cove and the Bight) and a mixed tourism and fishing economy (West Road, Grand Turk). The team will be analysing the social and marine biological data in much greater detail over the next year, and comparing the results to the other five Caribbean countries who took part in the research. A follow up national meeting is expected to be held in 2014.

Invest TCI to come on stream FINANCE Minister, Charles Washington Misick, on Wednesday (August 7), brought two papers to Cabinet which will see the establishment of Invest TCI - a revamped version of the disbanded TC Invest - as well as a new investment policy. The new policy is expected to be a revised version of the 2012 policy. According to Misick, the new investment policy is being reviewed with the specific objectives of attracting long-term growth oriented investment that is aimed at creating local jobs; pro-actively encourage appropriate investment into the lesser-developed family islands; proactively attract investment into new industries to broaden the economic

base; operating a regulated system of investment incentives that is clear, transparent and relatively easy to monitor for compliance and aftercare; reducing the cost of doing business; and lowering the barriers to entry into business except for high risk activities. Cabinet is expected to review a draft ordinance for the establishment of Invest TCI, after changes that were recommended by Cabinet on Wednesday are made. Both documents are expected to go to Parliament in September or October. The Finance Minister, in his budget presentation on July 22, noted that his Government remains committed to prudent fiscal management that “helps to create an environment in

which people and businesses can trust Government, and plan for the future” with confidence. Misick said: “This PNP Government has made the choice, a clear choice, to keep our economy strong and invest in our future. “We are determined to give every child a world class education, and to make sure no Turks and Caicos Islander is left behind. “We are determined to provide first class healthcare for our people.” The Finance Minister maintained that his Government has chosen a responsible path to surpluses while supporting jobs and growth; to make the economy stronger, people smarter and the society fairer. (VANESSA NARINE)

GRAND Turk resident, Ricardo Taylor, pleaded guilty to theft last Tuesday (July 30) in Providenciales Magistrate’s court. He was ordered to pay $700 within three weeks of face six weeks imprisonment. On the same day, 26-year-old Starvado Talbot was ordered to pay a fine of $700 after he was found

guilty of possession of controlled drugs and assault on a police officer. The fine is to be paid within 28 days or eight weeks imprisonment. Howard Freites Jr., 31, was also in court last Tuesday and was found guilty of possession of controlled drugs and obstruction of justice. The ruling on his case was the same as Talbot’s.

Man found guilty of common assault LAST Wednesday (July 31), 39-year-old Desmond Arthur of South Backsalina, Grand Turk, was ordered to pay a fine of $1,000 and compensation of $500

after he was found guilty in the Magistrate’s Court of common assault. The money is to be paid within 28 days or three months imprisonment.

Man charged on three counts of buggery A 32-year-old man from Grand Turk was formally charged and cautioned on three counts of buggery, in connection to a report that was made to the Salt Cay Police Station on Saturday, July 27.

The man was taken to the Magistrate’s Court on Grand Turk where he was not allowed to enter a plea. He was remanded into custody until September 6 for a sufficiency hearing in the Supreme Court.

Man charged for indecent assault of teen THE ROYAL Turks and Caicos Islands Police, after thorough investigations, have arrested and charged a 39-year-old man from Providenciales for indecent assault with a boy between the ages of thirteen and eighteen. He was taken to the Magistrate’s Court last Friday (August 2) where he was not allowed to enter a plea. He was granted bail of $20,000 until October 14, when he is expected to return to the Supreme Court on Grand Turk for a sufficiency hearing. Theft and malicious damage incident under investigation POLICE are investigating an incident of theft and a malicious

damage to property, which occurred at a residence in the Bight area of Providenciales. The complainant made the report on Wednesday (August 7) and told officers that he secured his Suzuki jeep around 1am the same date. Shortly after 2am the same morning he was awakened by his dogs barking in the yard and upon making checks of his vehicle he discovered the back right window smashed. Missing were a 32inch computer monitor, two radios, a Blackberry Curve cell phone and a complete music set. Investigations into this matter are ongoing.

Man attacked on basketball court THE Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force are also investigating a wounding, which on occurred at the basketball Court in Palm Grove, Grand Turk on Wednesday (August 7). The complainant reported to the Police that at 5:13pm he was on

the basketball court when he was approached by two males. They got into an altercation which resulted in a fight and one of the males struck him on the head with a rock. Investigations are ongoing into these matters.

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Independent think tank being forged STRESSING the importance the current administration places on consultation and feedback from the public, Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick, announced the establishment of an independent think tank during his budget presentation on July 22. Asked for an update on efforts in this regard, last Friday (August 2) at a press conference, he explained that a proactive role is being taken to set up the Institute for Democracy and Economic Affairs (IDEA) TCI. He said: “It has to be an independent institution, but the Government is exercising the initiative to getting it launched. “We have asked a number of people to be a part of the group and these people will be both residents of the TCI and nonresidents, people who have a proven track record in specialty areas, such as in the capital markets or in economics or in other areas of democracy. “We are in the process of putting this together.” Misick added that once the

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body is launched it will run its own affairs, including as it relates to funding. He dismissed concerns that the body may be unable to access funding. The Minister said: “It will take off and funding may not be as difficult as you think, which is why it is called IDEA….the structure will be very important. “It can be registered internationally because there are similar organisations that support each other...having people involved who have access to various funding agencies will also help. “If the right people with the right contacts are involved, finding the money will not be difficult. “It may take some time, but may not be difficult.” He added: “We are interested in getting positive recommendation, as well as critique from the public.” IDEA TCI is expected to be up and running by the end of September. (VANESSA NARINE)

Woman dead, child hospitalised after accident THIS year’s first fatal accident claimed the life of 25-year-old mother Cynthia Roberts Hinsey, whose nine-year-old daughter is currently fighting for her life at a medical facility in the Bahamas. Last Thursday (August 1), the two were, according to the police, returning from the Islands’ popular Fish Fry, when a white Ford E-350 taxi bus collided with Hinsey’s blue Sirion Daihatsu car in the vicinity of Suzie Turn on the Leeward Highway around 10pm. The 25-year-old, who was a teacher at the Clement Howell High School (CHHS), was pronounced dead on arrival at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre. Her daughter was transferred from the Cheshire Hall medical centre to a facility in the Bahamas on the morning of last Friday (August 2). The driver of the taxi which is said to have been a 24-year-old male received no injuries. Police officials have since indicated that no arrests have been made relating to the incident. COMPLAINTS In a prior interview with the Weekly

News, Director of Road Traffic in the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF), Sgt. Winston Diamond, noted that a number of local residents have complained about the driving ethics of taxi drivers in the TCI. According to Diamond, a number of meetings were held with Vice President of the Taxi Driving Association, Director of Road Safety at the time, officials from the Force and the Taxi drivers to educate the taxi drivers on the dangers of speeding and the importance of driving cautiously on the road. He stressed that as much as traffic officials try to educate these drivers on the dangers of speeding, there is only so much that can be done. Diamond said: “As usual, I’m always asking the Taxi drivers to slow down; we understand that they need to make their money but it seems to me that Taxi drivers in this country need some more training and are simply lacking the proper education that is required to be certified drivers. You can’t substitute speed for accuracy, it is always better to reach a few

minutes late, knowing that you will get there, as opposed to speeding and getting in an accident and not being able to get there at all. “What we will try to do is liaise with the President of the Taxi Drivers Association and punish them by their own laws. Some of these laws may include something heavier than a speeding ticket, which could include suspension and revoking licenses. We are doing the best that we can to get this issue resolved.” The charges for speeding on the road include: ticket for $350 for speeds over 40mph and up to 50mph; $700 for anything 51mph up to 60mp; $1,050 for between 61mph and 70mph and drivers making anything over that speed limit will be fined $1,500.” According to statistics from the police, there have been some 502 tickets issued as at July 31, 2013. Up to that period there have been: 281 minor accidents; 813 reported traffic offences; 130 drivers were warned; 15 cases of dangerous driving; and 384 incidents of driving without due care and caution.

Work on new budget started WITH the passage of the 2013-2014 Budget only weeks old, preparations for the 2014-2015 Budget have already started, with work being done on the new Fiscal and Strategic Policy Statement (FSPS). Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick, at a press conference last Friday (August 2), explained that preparations are in line with the normal budget cycle. The current financial year was slightly different because of the November elections followed by the March by-elections. He said: “The Constitution requires the Minister of Finance to bring a report every six months to the Legislature. “That report speaks to the state of the economy of the Islands, but more specifically to the operation of

Government finances. “This pieces together with the new FSPS and that report is due in October. “This is already August, so we do not have a lot of time. We have less than 90 days to get all of that done.” Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, said: “This year, this is the right cycle to start. We are in the second quarter of the financial year and this is the right time.” He pointed out that there is still much work to be done to ensure true economic growth going forward The current financial year end in April 2014 and the new FSPS has to be approved by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) before the new budget can be finalised, debated and passed in the House of Assembly. (VANESSA NARINE)

The right side of Hinsey’s vehicle

Second medical university gets go-ahead from Gov’t CABINET on Wednesday (August 7) advised the Governor to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with developers for a second medical university in the Turks and Caicos Islands. According to Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, there are a number of activities outlined in the MOU that have to be completed before the project moves to the stage of a settlement on a development agreement. Ewing added that the second university, Global University Schools of Medicine and Public Health (GU-

MED), is expected to begin admission of students in early 2014. He explained that preliminary licences have been granted to GUMED, some work in the area of accreditation done and improvements being made to the property that was secured. “I think they are looking for additional funders right now and are working with the US Department of Education to allow US students to be able to access financing to be enrolled here,” the Premier said. Both projects are expected to bolster local economic activity.

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Preliminary financial audit of InterHealth Canada being reviewed BY VANESSA NARINE PREMIER, Dr. Rufus Ewing, when asked for an update on the financial and clinical service audits of InterHealth Canada’s operations, said that the preliminary financial audit report is currently being reviewed. The report was made available to Government by the auditors, KPMG, on July 22. Ewing said: “All relevant Government Ministries and departments are reviewing the document...we will be discussing it in detail at Cabinet on August 21.” He added that the clinical services audit has not yet started as Government is currently looking for a suitable party to conduct it. “The TOR (Terms of Reference) is out and we are looking for persons,” the Premier said. He pointed out that at Cabinet on Wednesday (August 7), two members of the Clinical Services Review Board, which will play a role in assisting the completion of the clinical services audit, were replaced. Both audits, the financial and clinical audits, are expected to have the effect of reducing hospital costs and improving clinical care, in addition to holding the hospital accountable for any defaults under the contract. The long due audits were only started this year, sometime around mid-February. Last October, the Premier noted that InterHealth Canada could have to forfeit on their contract with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government (TCIG), if it is found that they have breached performance clauses – something the financial and clinical audits will assess.

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The full document, which included 187 separate files and a mind boggling 7,665 pages, was leaked in August last year. The result of the contract was two two-storey hospitals – one in Provo with 20 beds and the other in Grand Turk with 10 beds that came at a high cost to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The ‘exit clause’ in the InterHealth contract is reported to have penalty costs of $125 million, exclusive of the $125 million mortgage on the hospital buildings, which has a reported 12 per cent interest rate. If the mortgage runs its full 24year course, the buildings will have cost TCI residents half a billion dollars As it relates to the review of the controversial contract between InterHealth Canada and the Government, Minister of Health and Human Services, Porsha StubbsSmith, told the House of Assembly on July 2 this cannot be done until

2015. Stubbs-Smith’s report followed a question by the Member for Grand Turk South and Salt Cay, Edwin Astwood, who asked: “Will the Minister be pleased to update this House on the status of the review of the InterHealth Canada contract with the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, and if there has been any progress, how will the findings from this review be used?” She explained that the agreement made provision for the contract to be reviewed after the first five years. According to her, the contract was made effective in April 2010 and as per the agreement will be subject to review in April 2015. Earlier reports put the date of the contract being signed two years earlier, in 2008. Former Governor Gordon Wetherell signed the contract in late 2008, following negotiations and decisions made by the then Health Minister Lillian Boyce, Finance Minister Floyd Hall and Director of Medical Services, Dr. Rufus Ewing. Under the contract, the one major action taken in the year mentioned by the Minister was the establishment of the National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP), which was done in April 2010. At that time, as per the contract, Ewing, as Medical Services Director, had the responsibility for managing primary care in TCI, while InterHealth Canada took over the responsibility for hospital management and secondary care. The Member for Grand Turk South and Salt Cay pointed out that coming into office the promise made by the current administration to the people of the Islands was to review the contract, not wait for five years.

Traffic lights not currently needed, Premier THE FATAL accident last Thursday (August 1) that claimed the life of 25-year-old Cynthia Roberts and caused injury to her young daughter, raised questions of making changes to the current roads system. But Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, told the media last Friday (August 2) that traffic lights are not currently needed. He said: “There are lots of needs, but we have to prioritise…we all

recognise there is limited funding to take care of the needs….we can either wait for the economy to grow or tax, but when you tax you defeat the process. “The approach has to be a gradual one to take care of the needs…. it is a matter of prioritising and us operating within our means.” Ewing maintained that proper signage and improved roadway developments should assist road users.

“Properly placed roundabouts are what we need…the flow of traffic is very good…we do not have a traffic problem…that junction [where the accident occurred] is not a roundabout,” he said. According to him, monies are budgeted for road works and there is funding for emergency road works. Increased levels of road user education were also suggested to combat the number of traffic accidents seen in the Islands.

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House to see motion for constitutional review soon A MOTION for the formation of a Parliamentary Select Committee to review the provisions in the 2011 Constitution will be made as promised at the next sitting of the House of Assembly. This was according to Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, at a press conference last Friday (August 2). He was responding to a question that followed up on the promise he made at a town hall meeting at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex on July 18. At the meeting he said: “It is my intention to form a House Committee to look at areas that need to be changed.” He added: “I will go beyond the 2006 Constitution even because there are things that were there, which are in the present Constitution that I do not like and do not think I will like to operate under.” The Premier maintained that while he is pro-independence, the people have the last word on whether or not the country goes in that direction. Days after the new Constitution came into effect political leaders on both sides voiced their criticisms over various provisions made in the legislative framework. This was disputed by the Attorney General, Huw

Shepheard, who maintained that the document was a joint product of the UK government and the political and civic leaders of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Both Ewing and Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene CartwrightRobinson, have since come out in support of the Bermuda governance model. Bermuda is a self-governing British Overseas Territory in the western North Atlantic Ocean. The original system of government was created under the Virginia Company, which colonised Bermuda, accidentally in 1609, and deliberately from 1612. The country’s 1968 Constitution provided the island with formal responsibility for internal self-government, while the British government retained responsibility for external affairs, defence, and security. The Bermudian government is always consulted on any international negotiations affecting the territory and legislative is vested in both the government and the parliament. The promise for constitutional review was one that was also made on the campaign trail last December by the Premier. (VANESSA NARINE)

Governor and Border Control Minister visit Haiti GOVERNOR Ric Todd and the Minister of Border Control and Labour, Don Hue Gardiner, are slated to leave for Haiti on Sunday (August 11) for a two day visit to strengthen ties with the neighbouring country. The Governor and the Minister are expected to discuss the strengthening of efforts to combat illegal migration with Haitian authorities, as well as the development of partnership in business and human relations between the two countries. Meetings are scheduled with President Michel Martelly and the Foreign and Justice Ministers in Port au Prince, a release from the Governor’s office said. A visit will also be made to the new Coast Guard station at Les Cayes in the south west of Haiti. “Building TCI’s relationship with Haiti has been our priority for some time. Most recently Haiti’s Premier Lamothe visited TCI. “I am pleased to be travelling with the Hon. Don Hue Gardiner to continue to work with our Haitian colleagues to address illegal

migration,” Governor Todd said ahead of the trip. The Governor noted that the TCI and Haiti have a shared interest in ensuring that migration between the two countries is regulated and managed through the proper channels. Todd said: “This visit is evidence of the continuing commitment of both countries to achieving this goal. “In addition to our migration discussions, there will also be the opportunity for me and the Minister to meet with a TCI business delegation, including officials from the Ministry of Finance, who will be in Haiti at the same time. “The two visits underline the importance of the relationship between TCI and Haiti, and the efforts that are ongoing to strengthen the business and human ties between the countries.” Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Clara Gardiner, will accompany the Governor and the Minister. Attorney General Huw Shepheard will be sworn in as Acting Governor for the period August 11 to 13.

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No moves on the transfer of heritage sites to National Trust BY VANESSA NARINE ATTORNEY General (AG), Huw Shepheard, during the May 15 sitting of Parliament, promised to look into applications for the transfer of historical sites to the National Trust, after a question from the Opposition Leader, Sharlene CartwrightRobinson, regarding their status. In a recent comment, the AG noted that a paper on the matter is being prepared for Cabinet’s consideration soon. However, there has not been any move on the transfers. At a more recent sitting of the House of Assembly, CartwrightRobinson questioned again whether any of these transfers were to be completed in order for the National Trust to receive outside financial support for these sites. The AG responded that once the matter has been clarified he will

update Members of Parliament (MPs) on the progress made. On Thursday (August 8), when asked for an update on the matter and whether Cabinet considered any papers brought by the AG, Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, stated no. He said: “That piece of work has not yet been done. We need to work in collaboration with the National Trust to look at their structure to assess what additional support they need and whether they will be able to manage all of the sites under their control.” Ewing added that some additional work needs to be done on original applications. Executive Director of the Trust, Ethlyn Gibbs-Williams, in a prior interview, told the Weekly News that formal applications were filed in 2006 and it was considered, but those considerations were never acted on. Gibbs-Williams said during 2009 and 2010, while she served

Gov’t to host consultations on General Service Tax THE INTRODUCTION of another new tax measure, General Service Tax (GST), will be pre-empted by Island-wide consultation. The first sessions were held in Salt Cay at the Salt Shed and Grand Turk at Dillon Hall on Friday (August 9). The others will be held in Providenciales at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Centre on August 12; North and Middle Caicos at Horestable Beach Community Centre on August 16; and South Caicos at Regatta Village on August 28. A statement by the Revenue

Department said: “As an alternative to the introduction to the VAT the Government has decided to shift its focus towards improving collection, increasing levels of compliance and audit of the existing tax structure and the implementation of some temporary revenue generating measures.” The Minister of Finance, in his budget address, announced the introduction of the GST, with an expected implementation date of October 1. Tentative to Cabinet’s approval, registration is expected to commence on September 2.

Prosecution policy document made public DIRECTOR of Public Prosecution (DPP), JoAnn Meloche, in a statement this week, maintained that her office intended to implement a “consistent and principled approach” to all aspects of prosecution policy and conduct with a view to advancing the rule of law and contributing to an effective criminal justice system in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Her comments followed the release of the Prosecution Policy document. According to her, it is a living document, subject to growth and amendment in keeping with local and international changes in prosecutorial practice.

“This initial document is a basic backdrop for prosecutorial decisions to inform the public how prosecutions are handled,” she said. The document outlines the establishment and mission of her office; the powers of the DPP’s office; the role of the public prosecutor; issues of impartiality and transparency; the relationship between the public prosecutor and the police; grounds for prosecution; and circumstances surrounding plea negotiations. This Prosecution Policy Document is published in accordance with Section100 (6) of the 2011 Constitution.

with the Consultative Forum under the interim administration, the applications were resubmitted and were approved by the Consultative Forum, but not much was done. “What happened was that some of the sites needed to be surveyed again and that was done, but nothing more,” she said. According to her, the delays in transferring the historical sites have been unnecessarily drawn out. The Executive Director said: “We are pleased to hear that the AG is seriously moving forward to assist in the transfer of these sites.” Gibbs-Williams stressed the importance of having local historical sites registered under the National

Trust, particularly as it related to the protection of local culture. She said: “We are going to be at a loss if we do not work to protect and make our young people aware of their local culture.” The Executive Director added that once the sites are registered under the National Trust, it could access funding easier that would go towards upgrading the sites to make them more accessible to the public, as well as ensure the sustainability of the trust’s efforts. She pointed out too that the funding could also support a scholarship programme for young people interesting in pursuing cultural preservation studies. “There is much we can do for the

young people in the Turks and Caicos Islands,” Gibbs-Williams said. However, she made it clear that this type of progress is stymied by the non-transfer of the sites. “Our funding partners need to know that these sites are owned by the National Trust before they commit to any project,” Gibbs-Williams said. “These sites need to be transferred to the National Trust yesterday.” The Middle Caicos caves, the Haulover Plantation and Crossing Path Trial in Middle Caicos; the Wadegreen Plantation in North Caicos; and the Cheshire Hall Plantation in Providenciales, are some of the sites that are expected to be transferred to the National Trust.

Agenda set for Blue Ribbon Commission BY VANESSA NARINE THE FIRST meeting of the recently appointed Blue Ribbon Commission last Friday (August 2) was hailed as a good start by Finance Minister, Charles Washington Misick. At a press conference on Thursday (August 8), the Minister explained that the meeting was one that both set the agenda for the commission’s work and secured initial feedback from the members. He said: “The next meeting will be held soon.” The members include Minister of Finance, Trade and Investment, Charles Washington Misick, who is Chair; Permanent Secretary, Finance, Athenee Harvey; Commissioner of Revenues, Cynthia Castillo; Collector of Customs, Chawa Williams; representative of Opposition party, Edith Cox; representative of Hotel and Tourism Association, Pierre Brunswick; representative of Financial Services Association, Antoine Faessler; representative of Chamber of Commerce Provo, E. Jay Saunders; representative of Resort Economic Council, Gilbert Morris; representative of Bar Association, Gordan Kerr; representative of

Accounting Fraternity; Joseph Connelly; representative of Chamber of Commerce Grand Turk, Pedro Ariza; and Tax Policy and Tax Administration Adviser, John Murphy. According to the commission’s Terms of Reference (TOR), the overarching remit will be to provide advice to the TCIG on the various options available to address the weaknesses and strengths in the existing taxation and other revenue generation structures and provide advice to the Minister of Finance so that a fully informed decision can be made on new/modified taxation and revenue generation systems that could be introduced. The TOR also states that the committee is advisory in nature, and will make recommendations to the Minister of Finance and the Minister will take into account the report and recommendations and will make any appropriate announcements as part of the normal budget and legislative processes. It adds that during the process of completing its activities thorough consideration will be made to the TCIG’s commitments regarding economic competitiveness and on revenue sources contained in the programme for Government.

In particular, the commitments to keep the overall tax burden low; to maintain competitive advantage to encourage investment with respect to other jurisdictions; to implement changes to realise the rewards of work while increasing the fairness of the taxation and other revenue generation systems; to ensure that the regulatory framework remains flexible, proportionate and up to date; to introduce measures to broaden the tax base and other sources of revenue thereby reducing the reliance on a small number of key sectors; to ensure debt reduction plans are supported so that the TCIG can successfully refinance its debt by February 2016 without the need for a UK loan guarantee; to ensure that revenues foregone with the non-implementation of VAT are replaced with equal or greater revenue sources; and to simplify the existing taxation and other revenue generation structures thereby reducing the cost of administration. The commission is requested to report on the results of its examination and consideration and to make such recommendations as, and when, it thinks fit to Cabinet but not later than September 30.

Rehab works at schools underway SCHOOLS throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands are getting a facelift ahead the new school year. Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing told the media that Cabinet has agreed to the infrastructure development plans for the schools during the school break and that the contracts have already been awarded so that work can commence. The recently passed budget set aside some $350,000 for the school maintenance in the new financial year. One of the infrastructural developments, as mentioned by the Minister of Education, Akierra Missick,

during the budget debate, included the construction of a new fence at the Clement Howell High School. Asked if this will be done before the new school year begins, the Minister said no, but that it is expected to be completed during the first term of the school year. Missick said: “In terms of cleaning the schools, having windows repaired, doors repaired and just generally giving the schools a facelift, those things should be done by the beginning of the school year on September 2. “If there is any unusual delay

parents will be notified if it is necessary to have schools opened on a later date to ensure that the works are completed.” Questioned about the replacement of the teachers who resigned from the CHHS when the last school year came to an end, the Education Minister said recruitment should have been done from July. “We are looking for the new hires throughout the schools - several schools have recruited new teachers - to arrive some time at the end of this month in preparation for the new school year,” she said. (DI)

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Chief Justice rules on Braithwaite-Knowles challenges FORMER Acting Attorney General (AG), Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles, on March 8, challenged the seats of five sitting Parliamentarians. They were Derek Taylor, Josephine Connolly, Edwin Astwood and Delroy Williams from the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM); and the Progressive National Party’s (PNP) George Lightbourne. On Tuesday (August 6) Chief Justice, Clifton Warner, finally released his ruling in favour of the MPs. If the judge had ruled in favour of the Acting AG, it would have meant four district by-elections and two All-Island by-elections. Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing, up to press time was unavailable for comment on the issue. When the challenges were initially made, Ewing noted that it extended to more than just the rulings of the court, but had to influence the way things are done from here on out. “We have to ensure we

Former Acting Attorney General (AG), Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles

have system that is seamless, without any area that we can misinterpret the laws…so that we will not have a repeat of such situations in the future,” Ewing had said. Speaking with the Weekly News, Leader of the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) and the Official Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, said: “We welcome the decision handed down yesterday (Tuesday) by the Chief

Justice in relation to the case brought by Mrs. Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles, then Acting Attorney General against four of our sitting House of Assembly Members several months ago. “We are pleased with this ruling as it signals a measure of political stability now for the first time following the November 9 elections. “Our members have finally been cleared of any wrongdoing, be it deceptively or negligently done. “We remain disappointed that the matter was raised in the first instance. “The irrecoverable costs in terms of finances and the initial challenge to members’ otherwise impeccable reputations by the court of public opinion is regrettable.” She added that with the matter resolved, the focus is solely now on representing the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands with compassion, without fear or favour. (VANESSA NARINE)

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Premier’s Emancipation Day message My fellow Turks and Caicos Islanders, Today we observe August 1 as commemoration of the abolition of slavery throughout the British Empire in 1834. I pause to first recognise the sacrifices and efforts of those who have gone before us in the struggle for emancipation; these heroes included our own forefathers and champions for the right to freedom across the region. The historic acts of many were the catalysts for the change that led to the victory of the abolition of slavery. Today as we celebrate here in the Turks and Caicos Islands, we must give God thanks for his small mercies and ask for his deliverance as for us Turks and Caicos Islanders as our “full freedom” is still yet to come. Like our forefathers recognised, the act of emancipation though a significant and important achievement, true or full freedom was not then and as we have come to learn, is still not fully within our grasp. August 1 merely marks or commemorates the commencement of a period of change, the enactment of legislation and the birth of a new movement.

True liberation will only really come when there are changes in attitudes, beliefs and practices across barriers of race, nationality and socio-economic class. As our forefathers fought against the whips and chains, so too must we recognise that our battles still remain to be fought against political subjugation, economic suppression and racial discrimination. So cry out we must continue to do, as the late Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King said: “Freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed.” I celebrate this emancipation day with mixed emotions, as even though we have won many battles, we as an Afro-Caribbean people have not yet won the war for full liberation and I ask the question, is our celebration premature? Many of us Turks and Caicos Islanders and our Caribbean brothers and sisters will forever be scarred by the whips of the colonial slave era, as the far reaching effects of oppression have gravely affected every aspect of our existence even in this 21st century. Where our former masters were compensated for losses of human property, we received nothing hence our foundations for economic

instability and our continued dependence on former empires in one way or another. The fight for literacy, education, justice and socioeconomic parity continues to be an uphill struggle across the region and where our sister territories speak of scars of colonialism, some of us are still bleeding from wounds more recently inflicted. The CARICOM position on reparation as a means of easing the pain and erasing the burden and the recent book by Professor Sir Hilary McD. Beckles, ‘Britain’s Black Debt’ speaks to our claims as a region for recompense. Many acclaimed historians, psychologists, musicians, politicians and social activists have attributed the fact that many Caribbean people and Caribbean nations are yet to achieve their maximum potential as a direct result of the damage dealt by slavery. It is essential that we as a people recognise that the power for change lies within us and that the truth is that we must first become the change that we seek by overcoming personal challenges of self-hatred as a race and as a people. We must seek to destroy on a personal level, feelings of envy and

r. The Hon. Rufus W. Ewing, Premier

jealousy for our own brothers and sisters and to instead together build each other up. If we are to prosper and be dominant as a nation and as a region we must not allow our own lack of self-regard to be the spectre of slavery that this generation falls prey to. In the words of the great Bob Marley: “Emancipate yourself from mental slavery, none but ourselves can free our minds.” My Turks and Caicos Islanders, as a people we must first understand the true meaning of liberation; we must next continue the fight to determine the destiny of our nation and the destiny of our people. Jose Marti said: “The first duty of a

man is to think for himself,” and until that time comes when we are the ones to make our own decisions in our best interests we will not be free! Another great philosopher said: “It is better to die on one’s feet than to live on ones knees,” so until that time comes when we are no longer told that we cannot survive unless we are still a dependent territory, we will not be free! Until we believe in ourselves as people and a nation and until we believe that Almighty God will guide and protect us all as a new nation we cannot be truly free! Let us liberate our minds, our spirits and our nation as we move each other forward into the promise of our future. I leave you with these words to reflect upon today and charge you to be reminded of the true meaning of this day, as it speaks to how much still remains for us to accomplish as a people as we aspire to reach our goal of true freedom. May god bless us and may God bless these, our Turks and Caicos Islands. Yours, Dr. The Hon. Rufus W. Ewing, Premier

Exporting our economy COMMENTARY

WE find the preaching by members of the Progressive National Party (PNP) about too many expat managers being brought in by the British seriously hypocritical. This complaint may well be true, but it was the PNP that contracted to build the hospitals, with a now bankrupt contractor who hired Chinese workers. The voters need to ask the Premier Ewing and Royal Robinson why they did not require the contractor to hire local people. Then we have the Interhealth Canada contract. May we suggest that you would be hard pressed to find a voter willing to sign any contract, with a $125m cancellation clause? Voters know who agreed to

By David Tapfer this contract. While Inter-health Canada has a number of local workers they also have a high number of expats. It is managed by expats, first Roger now Jill. Our native head doctor, the PNP leader quit doctoring, and we hire foreign doctors who export their income. This is normal with all expat managers and workers. They

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export a large portion of their income back home. It is not recycled in this economy and is sent back home to Canada, Jamaica, Haiti, Guyana and Britain. The PNP created and encouraged this situation. According to our Minister of Immigration we have 6,000 work permit holders. Each pays between 500 and 15,000 dollars for a yearly permit. When someone pays $10,000 for a work permit their employer must pay for the permit and pass this cost on to every Belonger who buys the employers product or service. Up goes the cost of living! We need to conduct a study to determine what percentage of the foreign workers salaries are exported. We believe it totals millions every year; millions exported, ask Money

Gram and Western Union. The dollars earned by Inter-health Canada and Canadian Fortis leaves the country and is never recycled in our economy. Fortis reports they export $10m. The money they spend on improvements we suspect are borrowed from but repaid with interest to Fortis Canada. The money earned by foreign resort owners, exported. We now have an expat contractor managing our dump, while we waited for years for the PNP to manage the dump with local folks. This is not a commentary against foreign workers. We need to create a immigration policy which encourages foreign folks to immigrate and become part of our society and our economy.

We have been promised a new policy from our Minister of Immigration. Where is the promised policy? When expats live here permanently they export less and possibly none of your income. Where is the policy to encourage well off retirees from the USA and Canada to stay longer and retire here? They have to pay thousands to obtain a permanent residency. This policy and stay over policies discourages them from staying longer and settling (without voting); it discourages the importation of their savings and foreign income. We continue to export our economy as new high taxes and new high cost of living are borne by us.

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A vanishing race Dear Editor, ‘Turks and Caicos Islanders are all equal but some are more equal than others’ is not only a confusing statement but one that invites the squint eye to be closed totally and the light bulb to go off, or better yet the halo to appear on those who are affluent! The truth or just a mere consequence? A hyperbole or just the wrong word to use? All in all Turks and Caicos Islanders are all equal but some are more Turks and Caicos Islanders than other Turks and Caicos Islanders. Bones of contention: Back then, in the past times, it was the house servants and the field servants fighting for favours. Today it is not only the indigenous Turks and Caicos Islanders fighting amongst themselves to do favours but also amongst the difference classes/strata of TCIs. As commonly known, a resident with uncontrolled entitlement to live, work and politically reside used to be called a ‘Belonger’ but now that has changed to a Turks and Caicos Islander, of course, with no distinction. But, with intent, there are overt distinctions for employment, such as indigenous and naturalised, along with PRC and work permit holders, and not to mention the ‘undergrounds’ who though not recognised are just or more qualified and quite often will work for much less. With little effort, the TCIs are a vanishing and diminishing class. iTCIs (indigenous) and nTCIs (naturalised): From all indication, the iTCI is or will be a vanishing race and to be honest there is not much that the iTCIs can do about it. Even having this information there are too busy trying to come up with ways that they can continue to block their very own iTCIs. iTCIs and nTCIs - what really is the difference? Quite often and with much concern, choices are made in the pecking order of owners, nTCIs,

resident permit holders (spouses of iTCIs or nTCIs), company-issued work permit holders, other companyissued work permit holders, nonwork permit holders, and then iTCIs. From first to last is a long stretch in a country where ‘iTCIs first’ is expected; but with intent, planned first, is determined last. Marginalise and distance: For employment purposes, all other TCIs and work eligible are preferred over the iTCIs, simply for the reason that all others non-iTCIs not only display a sense of sub-servant, but a gratuitous and great loyalty. And despite this disparaged treatment of selection, iTCIs prefer and continue to marginalise and distance their very own in the most subtle and overt ways. I have found that, no matter how open-minded I try to be toward my fellow TCIs, I sometimes feel like a visitor to the country; as if I really do not belong here. Regardless of the circumstances under which I interact with TCIs, it often seems as if to me I will always be a visitor first and then an iTCI second. Even though it is not right for the expatriate element to be treating iTCIs in that manner; the problem is then compounded when the iTCI business owners adopt and perpetuate the same practice, and not hire their very own fellow iTCIs! From first to last: This is a statement that will forever haunt us. Because this will not be taken lightly, I will leave opinions for the readership. Please, let us not look at the messenger, do look at the message and search in your own hearts. Are these statements factual? If they are not, then state corrections. If they are, what are we going to do about it? iTCIs are/is or will be a vanishing race! Regards, Edward E. Smith, PhD., FFA.

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In-depth review of protected areas to be done CABINET is currently considering a paper by the Minister of Environment and Home Affairs, Amanda Missick, to have protected areas in the TCI’s national parks system reviewed. Areas to be covered will include the formalisation of navigational channels, option for allowing maintenance dredging indoors in those navigational channels, adding new protected areas to the national parks system, taking some protected areas out of the national parks system and looking at ways to permit development in a tourism friendly manner in the national parks system in order to encourage economic development. This is according to Premier, Dr. Rufus Ewing. He told the media recently that

this will be considered further by Cabinet, and that a comprehensive paper will be presented shortly which will enable the amendment to the National Parks Ordinance. Asked if the review will allow dredging of the Leeward Channel, the Premier said no. “The review is because the legislation is conflicting where in one breath it allows for the development of a marina in the national parks but at the same time it does not allow dredging in the national parks,” Ewing said. He noted that there are a number of navigational channels throughout the TCI that are in the national parks system, as such there is a need to ensure where necessary, that maintenance dredging can take place

to ensure that those channels are maintained for shipping and passage purposes. Ewing said: “So the legislation will hopefully specify and outline navigational channels because there are no official navigational channels and then the regulations will state the conditions under which any kind of dredging can take place.” Also, at its last sitting, Cabinet endorsed the national social economic development strategy 2008 to 2017 as well as the Turks and Caicos Islands development strategy 2013 to 2017, the Premier said. He stated that the strategies were endorsed on the foundation on which the country’s new national development plan will be developed. (DI)

Trade mission to Haiti underway HEAD of Digicel TCI and Providenciales Chamber of Commerce, EJ Saunders, along with Haitian Consul in TCI, Margarette Lemaire departed on a trade mission to Haiti on Friday, August 9. Several local investors and businesses – approximately 14 joined the mission which is aimed at raising awareness of the developing economy of the country and sparking investor interest. Both Saunders and Lemaire told the Weekly News that they are very pleased with the response of the local business community to the initiative which came together very quickly and which has never been done before. The sectors that make up the delegation include agriculture, construction and development,

product distribution (for Haiti products), tourism and the hotel industry. Lemaire said she is also pleased that the public sector has also joined the mission. “Education ministry, trade ministry, tourism ministry, agriculture ministry, these are the ministries we will meet with in Haiti to discuss bi-lateral cooperation with Haiti. “That means that besides the private sector sitting together and discussing, we will also have the public sector sitting together to see how really Turks and Caicos can find opportunities in Haiti and how the two governments can work together to have a new type of bi-lateral cooperation,” she said. Saunders said there is a lot

of potential in Haiti that local businesses can tap into. “Digicel is already doing business there and they are doing well, and I am hoping that other TCI businesses can now benefit from Haiti’s population size and Haiti’s willingness to roll out the red carpet for international businesses,” he said. The mission is in an effort to highlight the country’s assets as an international trade hub; identify commercial and business opportunities ideally suited for the TCI private sector participants; engage in dialogue with Government officials on ways to develop and enhance trade between TCI and Haiti, explore avenues for trade agreements and further strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two countries. (DI)

Digicel dispenses with roaming rates across the Caribbean TELECOMS giant, Digicel, will dispense with roaming charges across its Caribbean and US markets, it was announced yesterday (Thursday). The move which applies to voice, SMS and data roaming charges sees customers being able to communicate for the same rates that they pay at home when they travel in the Caribbean and the US. It will be in place across the region by October 1 and customers will not be charged an activation fee. As the first operator in the region to dispense with roaming rates, Digicel is reaffirming its commitment to customers and to

ensuring that they always benefit from best value The moves comes on the back of the fantastic customer reaction to Digicel’s ‘Same Rates a Yaad’ plan launched in Jamaica which has since been mirrored in markets like Barbados, Panama and Trinidad and the company’s ongoing mission to ensure that customers get more for less. In welcoming the news, Jamaica’s Minister of Science, Technology, Energy and Mining, Mr. Phillip Paulwell, said: “This move by Digicel is commendable, and is definitely a step in the right direction.”

Brian Finn, Digicel group commercial director, said: “At Digicel, we are always looking for new ways to drive value to our customer base and to keep people connected. “We are proud to be the first operator to be making this move and to be ensuring that our valued customers can communicate easily and economically wherever they are in the region. “This is all about giving our customers the freedom to communicate as they wish when they travel without the fear of running up high bills.”

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Islandcom splits $12,000 between two NGOs BATTLE of the Bands is becoming an increasingly popular island event, which draws the attention of hundreds of residents and tourists on an annual basis.

This year the $12,000 that was raised from the event has been split between two non-governmental organisations (NGOs). At a press conference on Tuesday

at the Islandcom headquarters on Providenciales the money was split between Provo Children's Home and the TCI Heart Foundation, each organisation receiving $6,000 each.

Opposition continues its tour around the Islands THE OPPOSITION is continuing its meetings with the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands which began before the passage of the TCI Budget. Last week, the team also began a series of radio appearances. People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) chairman and Opposition Appointed Member, Clarence Selver, appeared last Friday (August 2) on TCI Exposed on 98.9fm, where he discussed the recent budget and dealt with various matters affecting

the people of these Islands. Today (Friday, August 9) the party Leader and Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene CartwrightRobinson, appeared on TCI Exposed on 98.9FM at10am and was joined by the elected representative for Wheeland, Delroy Williams. They discussed the party’s vision for the country, the role of the Opposition, the budget and critical matters affecting the Islands. Next week, the Opposition team is expected to be conducting

walkthroughs and town hall meetings in Middle Caicos on August 13; Grand Turk on August 15; and Salt Cay on August 16. The radio appearances are also expected to continue, with elected representatives for Blue Hills and Five Cays, Goldray Ewing and Sean Astwood, scheduled to speak on the Breakfast Show on 88.7fm on August 19. Other meetings of PDM’s Island branches are also expected to be held.

Insights for your Innerspring

Your Child’s 2013 Survival Kit! (Part One) THERE seems to be a quiet desperation faced by parents, youth leaders and schools; many young people just don’t seem to be responding to the programs, lessons and efforts being presented to help them! Many get good grades but still exhibit poor attitudes and deviant behaviors while others, being damaged by overcrowded classrooms, social promotion and lack of assistance at home and in school; have resigned themselves to exist in a world they create since they don’t possess the skills to be successful in ours. Each child is looking to be valued! I saw a comment from a prominent youth leader recently that asked persons to pray for the youth of the nation. It appeared that after years of dealing with youth and offering countless programs, seminars and retreats he commented that … “times red”! For those not used to the colloquialism used he meant that there were serious issues facing the youth that needed to be addressed. Having worked with young people myself for more than 30 years I find that the same is true in many of my encounters. Armed with the benefit of experience and wishing to assist the next generation with information that could help them to avoid harm; I have found that many young people place little to no significance on the information imparted to them and are not interested in learning from the previous generation or of discovering skills that will benefit their future lives. I find that initially many recognize the value of the information that I share but oftentimes have the significance of it lost in the ‘rush-hour’ pace that is their daily lives. If some youth leaders are exasperated, parents are too busy to attend PTA meetings or be actively engaged in their child’s education and many teachers

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are just going through the motions; it’s no wonder why our children are switching off and creating alternate realities for themselves where they count and are not measured as smart or dumb based on what a test result may say. Many young people are benefiting from the instructions given to them, however; the vast majority of them tune it out. I can truly agree with that prominent youth leader by saying ‘times are red’ and we need to do something about it. There is no swift or easy answer to what we face. And despite how daunting the task may seem we must analyze the situation and tackle aspects of this behemoth by taking one bite at a time. I had the pleasure of working with two groups of young people recently and shared some information with them that I feel could assist you and the young person in your family. One of the first things that I encouraged these children to do was to participate in a 360 Degree External Perspective exercise. The 360 Degree External Perspective is an exercise where the young person seeks unbiased and honest feedback from those who have observed them for significant parts of their lives; parents, extended family, teachers, youth workers, neighbours and even classmates. The intent here is to help the child become aware of their talents and abilities and direct them towards their passions having these qualities in mind. After the candidate would have interviewed this cross-section of people they would also answer the questions about themselves. Once the information is tabulated you are able to produce a non-scientific view of the interviewee in several key categories. This oftentimes point to skills and abilities that the young person never knew they had. I have heard it said that quite often others around you can see abilities and talents in you that you don’t necessarily see or appreciate in yourself.

Managing director for Islandcom, Sandra Garland, said: "The Battle of the Bands competition keeps on getting bigger and better, producing more and more results. “We are very thankful to the public for your support because without your support we would not be able to contribute to these vital charities in society." Present of the TCI Heart Foundation, Karen Malcolm, who received the cheque on their behalf noted that a portion of the proceeds will be used in assisting patients in covering their medical expenses while travelling abroad for treatment. The rest will be used to assist the nine year-old twins Makayla and Makay who are in need of heart

transplants. She said: "We’re working on getting them to the UK so part of the proceeds will go towards assisting them whether with travel or accommodation." Janice Wake-Forbes from the Children's Home said that the proceeds donated by their organisation will be used for maintaining the operations of the home. The telecommunications company Islandcom originally came up with the competition as a way of celebrating their annual success, but the company decided to gear it more towards giving back to the community so, proceeds raised from the event are usually donated to local charities. (DAISY HANDFIELD)

Dog Day Afternoon fundraiser a success THE GRAND Turk branch of the Turks and Caicos Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (TCSPCA) had its annual Dog Day Afternoon fundraiser last Saturday (August 3). And the event was enjoyed by both locals and visitor alike. On sale were hotdogs and cupcakes and several new memberships were signed, as well as old ones renewed. Old and young attendees enjoyed the horseback riding provide by Tony and Dujohn Fulford and John

Hilton, and the music provided by Mitch Rolling and Alesio Garbarino. There was also a 50/50 raffle won by Linda Squires who donated half of her winnings to the association. In addition, a lot of merchandise was sold to locals and visitors, to raise funds. The association has since expressed it thanks to the Sand Bar for hosting the event for a second time, as well as many other local businesses and volunteers that supported the event.

This patron has a jolly good time horseback riding

Some of the supporters of last Saturday’s fundraiser

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National Trust summer camp focuses on TCI culture TCI’s National Trust kicked off their weeklong series of summer activities for children with a special focus on local culture. Their summer camp commenced on Monday (August 5) at the LIME headquarters in Providenciales and will end on Saturday (August 10). One of the instructors at the camp, Levenia Hamilton, explained that this year’s focus is geared to revive an awareness of the Islands culture. She said: “It's all about culture in the environment, so were teaching children things about our Turks Island dishes, our dances like Maskanoo and

other events like Junkanoo. “Summer camps are very popular, but they are more Americanized so we just decided that the Turks and Caicos National Trust is about encouraging our TCI people to take part in their history and be proud of their culture so that is what we want to instill in the children, we want to make sure that they grow up with that.” Hamilton stressed the importance of instilling an awareness of TCI culture among local youth. She said: “I can already see the difference, here we have some children that live in the States and their parents are

Children and volunteers pose for a picture after cooking island dishes

from TCI and their really out of wreck culturally. “I have already seen some appreciation for the culture, they are very much interested, some of them came with their Ipads and other games and

Changes to passport service for Brits living overseas THE BRITISH government is making changes to the passport service for British nationals living overseas, according to a statement from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). From August 12, the application process will be centralised and Brits in the Turks and Caicos Islands are expected to now submit their passport application to Her Majesty’s Passport Office in the UK.

Before August 12, British nationals living in the Turks and Caicos Islands submitted passport applications to a regional processing hub in Washington, USA. This change is not expected to affect those applying for British Overseas Territories Citizen passports, who should continue to submit their applications to the Ministry of Border Control and Labour. This important change follows reviews by the

UK National Audit Office and is designed to achieve economies of scale, greater security and consistency in decision making. All British passports have enhanced sophisticated security features designed to reduce the likelihood of identity theft and passport fraud. All information required to make an application for a British passport can be found at www.gov.uk/overseaspassports.

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they were so intrigued by the outdoor games so I think it is having a good impact on them.” At the start of the week, the children involved expressed their creative sides with arts and crafts and outdoor fun games like egg and spoon. Organizers agreed that

the summer camp saw a slight increase in numbers, moving last year from 21 to 24 this year, plus six teenage volunteers. The children involved were aged six to 11 and the volunteers from 13 to 16. On Wednesday (August 7), Youth Ambassador, Dekkel

Simmons, joined the group to demonstrate making Salt Cay candies from scratch. The camp will end on Saturday with a show and tell where parents and supporters will have the opportunity to see what the children learned throughout the week. (DAISY HANDFIELD)

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fitness Tip 

Dr. Joe LeMoine, is an Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician. He has worked with many international athletes and at many sporting events on the world stage. He currently practices in Providenciales, at Prime Sports Medicine.

Exercise and pregnancy CURRENT medical thinking is that exercise should be encouraged during most pregnancies. It is not just safe but been shown to be beneficial; controlling excess weight gain and preventing development of diabetes and hypertension associated with pregnancy. Studies have also shown that exercise can improve the mother’s tolerance of labour and may even shorten its duration. The goal of exercise during pregnancy is to maintain a fitness

Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician Dr. Joe LeMoine

level, not to achieve over exertion or peak performance. Aerobic exercise should be at 60 to 80 percent of capacity; the general rule is you should be still able to talk without

Fresh Beet Salad

Very different from a regular salad and is a salad the whole family enjoys. Ingredients: • 3 beets, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes • 6 slices bacon • 1 bunch red Swiss chard - leaves chopped and stems discarded • 1 cup frozen peas • 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Directions 1. Place the beets into a saucepan with enough water to cover by 1 inch; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the beets are easily pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned, about 10 minutes; transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, reserving the bacon drippings in the skillet. Roughly chop the bacon and set aside. 3. Add the drained beets and red Swiss chard to the reserved bacon drippings; cover the skillet, place over medium heat, and cook until the chard is tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir the chopped bacon and frozen peas into the beet mixture; continue cooking until the peas are cooked through, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle the feta cheese over the mixture; stir. 4. Serve hot.

shortness of breath while performing the exercise. Guidelines recommend 15 to 30 minute sessions, three or four times per week. If weight training is part of your regime, it is recommended to decrease resistance levels and increase repetitions. It is important to maintain breathing throughout the resistance phase of the exercise. The pregnant woman should avoid any exercise in the supine, lying on the back, position after the first trimester. Also it is important

to avoid overheating: exercising in cooler conditions and ensuring adequate hydration. Mothers to be should avoid any activity at risk for blunt impact, avoiding such endeavors as kite boarding, skiing and contact sports. Contact sport is often thought of sports where collision is involved, such as rugby or ice hockey, but it includes any sport where the competitors are on the same playing field, such as soccer and basketball compared to non contact sports

such as swimming, track, tennis or volleyball. If at any time you experience warning signs such as shortness of breath, heart racing, pain, cramps or vaginal bleeding, exercise should be stopped and your doctor should be consulted. Any woman with complications of pregnancy should discuss them with their doctor before starting exercises. The joy of pregnancy, as most things in life, can be enhanced with safe exercise.

disease (CHD), stroke and peripheral vascular diseases. Fresh beets also contain small amounts of vitamin-C; however, its top greens are rather excellent sources of this vitamin. Vitamin C is one of the powerful natural antioxidants, which helps the human body scavenge deleterious free radicals one of the reasons for cancer development. They are an excellent source of carotenoids, flavonoid antioxidants, and vitamin A; contain these compounds several times more than that of in the roots. Vitamin A is required maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin and is essential for vision. Consumption of natural vegetables rich in flavonoids helps to protect from lung and oral cavity

cancers. The root is also rich source of B-complex vitamins such as niacin (B-3), pantothenic acid (B-5), pyridoxine (B-6) and minerals such as iron, manganese, copper, and magnesium. This vegetable has very good levels of potassium. Potassium lowers heart rate and regulates metabolism inside the cells by countering detrimental effects of sodium. The juice from red beets, beetroot juice, has been actually shown to reduce high blood pressure, a godsend for people with hypertension and those looking to avoid cardiovascular dilemmas. Beets are an extremely nutritious food choice that just happens to be tasty and delicious.

health Tip 

Beets BEETS are highly nutritious and cardiovascular health friendly root vegetables. Certain unique pigment antioxidants in the root as well as in its top greens have found to offer protection against coronary artery disease and stroke; lower cholesterol levels within the body, and have antiaging effects. Garden beet is very low in calories and contains zero cholesterol and small amount of fat. Its nutrition benefits come particularly from fiber, vitamins, minerals, and unique plant derived anti-oxidants. The root is rich source of phytochemical compound, glycine betaine. Betaine has the property of lowering homocysteine levels within the blood. Homocysteine, one of highly toxic metabolite, promotes platelet clot as well as atherosclerotic-plaque formation, which, otherwise, can be harmful to blood vessels. High levels of homocysteine in the blood result in the development of coronary heart

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How does your garden grow

YOUR DIET

ASK TAMIKA

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Tamika graduated from Florida International University in Miami with a Masters degree in Dietetics & Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and licensed to practice medical nutrition therapy in the state of Florida. Email Tamika via tcweeklynews@gmail.com or tamikahandfield@yahoo.com with your healthy eating questions.

The lotus effect THE lotus is one of the world's most celebrated flowers. From ancient times to the present day, it has featured in folklore, religion and the arts in one form or another. It is a symbol of eternity, plenty and good fortune. The flowers are widely used for ornament and as offerings particularly in Buddhism and Hinduism. Nearly all parts of the lotus are edible and are used in Oriental cooking. The Lotus (Nelumbo) is one of the most majestic plants to have in a water garden. It is by far the most exotic of all pond plants. And it is the one plant that scares water gardeners. Quite a few people tend to shy away from them, and are intimidated by them, but they are very easy to grow once you understand the basic care of them. The colors available are white, yellow, pink, and even bi-color. Lotus loves the heat and they are very fragrant, the perfume will permeate the evening air. The flowers, which last 3 to 5 days, close up at night. Most florists and craft people love the dried Lotus pods because of their uniqueness in fresh and dried arrangements. The seeds that dry in the pods will rattle when shaken. It is reported that the seeds remain viable for centuries! Because they are viable for so long, they are easy seeds to get from a florist shop. Growing water lotus from seed is easier than you might think. Water lotus seed should be started in the late springtime when the water temperature is at least 70° F warm. The first thing you will need to do is to scar your seeds. This involves filing off the pointy tip of the seeds down just 1 layer. Scarifying the lotus seed is important, because the seed may not grow otherwise and will possibly rot. After the seed has been scarred, soak the seed in water (such as an empty clean plastic soda bottle). Change the water daily until

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you are ready to plant your water lotus sprout. Seeds that float usually (but not always)... usually do not produce. If your water lotus seed floats, try filing it down a little more until you see a tiny bit of white coloration. That is the meat of the seed and will not hurt the seed if it is slightly nicked. After the first day of soaking your water lotus seed, it can swell to almost twice the size and resemble a black olive. On Day 4-5 you should see some green growth sprouting from your water lotus seeds! Continue to change out the water each day, but be careful as to not disturb the growth. Continue the process until your seedling is about 6 inches long. Pick a Pot: A no-holes 3-5 gallon lily pot is the best choice. By this time your water lotus seedling should be large enough to plant outdoors.

Before planting the lotus seeds, it is a good idea to form an anchor so they will not float to the surface of the water. This is easily accomplished by wrapping regular modeling clay lightly around the seed. Do not use Play Dough. Gravel can be used over the top of the soil medium, but it is not as effective. Planting medium should be 2 parts regular clay soil mixed (or top soil if you can’t find clay soil) with 1 part river sand. Do not use concrete sand. Lotus needs little soil to grow. Allow for about 6 inches deep of loamy soil. Carefully lower the pot into shallow water no more than 18" deep. Do not fertilize during the first year. Lotus that is allowed to grow wild will grow up to 4 feet tall, but the plant will be smaller if it is potted in a small container. Sun requirements are at least 6 hours a day.

Breastfeeding

AUGUST 1-7th, 2013 was celebrated as World Breastfeeding Week under the theme: “Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers.” Each year health care professionals pause to celebrate this very important event and to bring awareness to the many benefits of breastfeeding babies early in life. According to an article published on WebMD, some of the benefits of breastfeeding a baby include: • Breast milk provides the ideal nutrition for infants. It has the perfect mix of vitamins, protein, and fat -- everything your infant needs to grow. • It is easily digested; more so than infant formula. • Breast milk contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria. • Breastfeeding reduces your baby's risk of having asthma or allergies. • Babies who are not fed any formula for the first six months, have fewer ear infections, respiratory illnesses, and bouts of diarrhea. These are some pretty compelling reasons why a mother should consider breastfeeding her new baby, but the benefits are not just for the baby; there are many benefits to the mother as well. In the same article, breastfeeding benefits to the mother included: • Helping to burn extra calories; it can help you lose post-pregnancy weight faster. No need to pay a gym membership when you have a hungry baby to feed. • It releases the hormone oxytocin, which helps your uterus return to its pre-pregnancy size and may reduce uterine bleeding after birth. • It lowers your risk of various cancers, such as breast and ovarian cancer, and may also lower your risk of osteoporosis. • Saves you time and money because you have no need to buy formula, bottles and all the other accessories. So, you have the time just to bond with your new bundle of joy. While much work has been done in the area of educating women on the need to breastfeed, many women still choose not to breastfeed their babies and even, those that start out well after delivery, soon stop for various reasons. Therefore, one of the objectives of this year’s celebration is “to draw attention to the importance of Peer Support in helping mothers to establish and sustain breastfeeding.” Support to the mother can come from health care workers such as public health nurses or lactation consultants, friends and family members, fathers, workplaces that allow breaks for breastfeeding or pumping the milk, other mothers and the community at large. I can hear a collective gasp of, “the community at large?” Yes, members of the community can encourage a breastfeeding mom by being more accepting of her when you see her breastfeeding in public. Instead of staring and wondering how could she be doing that in public? Just walk bye knowing that she is doing all she can to make her baby healthy. Nutrition In Demand A non profit organization helping you to: "Eat Healthy Today... Living, Longer, Better Tomorrow" Cell: (649) 242-3978 or (649) 442-3978

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US forecasters revise 2013 Atlantic hurricane season predictions WEATHER forecasters at Colorado State University (CSU) have lowered their prediction for the 2003 Atlantic Hurricane Season. “We continue to anticipate an above-average season in 2013, although we have lowered our forecast slightly due to anomalous cooling in the eastern subtropical and tropical Atlantic,” said Philip J. Klotzbach and William M. Gray in their latest prediction. “We expect an above-average probability of United States and Caribbean major hurricane landfall.” Klotzbach and Gray said information obtained through July 2013 indicates that the remainder of the 2013 Atlantic hurricane season will be “more active than the average 1981-2010 season”. They estimated that the remainder of 2013 will have about eight hurricanes (average is 5.5), 14 named storms (average is 10.5), 75 named storm days (average is 58), 35 hurricane days (average is 21.3), three major (Category 3-4-5) hurricanes (average is 2.0) and seven major hurricane days (average is 3.9). “The probability of US major hurricane landfall and Caribbean major hurricane activity for the remainder of the 2013 season is estimated to be above its long-period

Bibi Nazarena Houston lost both of her children and is now without her right hand and without three fingers from her left.

Two fathers go on cutlass rampage in Guyana – Two children dead, wives critical

Klotzbach and Gray predict that the remainder of 2013 will have about eight hurricanes and 14 named storms.

average,” the two forecasters said. “We expect the remainder of the Atlantic basin hurricane season to accrue Net Tropical Cyclone (NTC) activity approximately 140 percent of the seasonal average.” The weather forecasters said the latest forecast is based on a “newlydeveloped extended-range early August statistical prediction scheme developed over the previous 33 years”. They said an earlier statistical model that was utilized for several years has also been consulted, and

that analog predictors were also considered. Cool neutral El Nino Southern Oscillation Cycle (ENSO) conditions are currently present in the tropical Pacific, “and we believe that these conditions are likely to persist for the remainder of the Atlantic hurricane season,” Klotzbach and Gray said. ENSO is the ocean-atmosphere interactions in the tropical and equatorial Pacific region involving abnormal sea surface temperatures and atmospheric pressures.

UN peacekeeping troops blamed for Haiti’s cholera outbreak – Claims another report

THE UNITED Nations Peacekeeping Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) should be held accountable for the outbreak of Cholera that has killed more than 7,000 people since October 2010, according to a new report released here. The report by Yale University, titled “Peacekeeping without Accountability,” claims there is sufficient scientific evidence to show that UN troops from Neap brought the virus to the French-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country. The UN has in the past indicated that it enjoys legal immunity from such claims and has dismissed an earlier attempt by a US-based human rights group that sought compensation on behalf of a group of Haitians. The Yale report also indicates that the UN violated obligations under international law by not providing a forum to address the grievances of

IN the space of 24 hours two fathers in Guyana went crazy and chopped up their families with cutlasses. The first father killed his two young children (one of which was a step child) after severing the right hand and three fingers from the left of his reputed wife last Wednesday evening, which has left her in a critical condition to date in the South American country. Although not related, the second father had read about the first family’s ordeal in the newspaper and had condemned it. Within the space of a few hours he had however committed the same heinous act. In a country ravished by domestic violence these cases (maybe not as extreme) happen all too often. Most often the reasons stem from accusations of infidelity as in the first and now total control as in the second. Cane cutter Richard Lord (26) and

his 21 year old wife Bibi Nazarena Houston, have had domestic problems for years at their Zeelugt North, East Bank Essequibo home. The latter had stayed away for an enter week prior in the hopes of escaping her abusive husband’s clutches. It did not work, he found her and then at their home he questioned her about being unfaithful to him, during this time he was sharpening his cutlass. He then called on his five-year-old step daughter to pack his bag with clothes and once her back was turned he chopped his wife and then he turned the blade on his daughter. The swinging of the blade almost severed her head. Her mother said that the child did not even react. A mad Lord then finished off his two year-old son before making his escape. Up to press time the young woman was fearful of her life. She recalled that her husband had promised to kill her if he could not have her.

T&T woman beaten to death with hammer A WOMAN was bludgeoned to death with a hammer after she attempted to evict a tenant who turned on her. Vidya Persad, 45, of Moulla Trace, Aranguez, died at the scene. The killing happened at around 10a.m on Tuesday. Persad, who had lived in Barbados for some time, recently

returned to Trinidad to confront the tenant, a man in his 20s, because he had not paid his rent for several months. Persad had filed a report with the police regarding the tenant, relatives said. Police have recovered the weapon, and are searching for the suspect. (Trinidad Express)

Florida man survives shark attack while in the Bahamas Health officials say Haiti’s cholera outbreak has since killed more than 7,500 people and sickened another 578,409.

cholera victims. It said that by failing to hold itself accountable for causing the cholera outbreak, the UN violates the very principles of accountability and respect for law that it promotes worldwide. Several scientific papers have suggested that cholera was introduced to Haiti in October 2010 shortly after a battalion from Nepal

arrived. The disease is endemic in Nepal. One study claimed that a local contractor failed to properly sanitize the waste of a UN base, and the bacteria leaked into a tributary of one of Haiti’s biggest rivers. Health officials say Haiti’s cholera outbreak has since killed more than 7,500 people and sickened another 578,409.

ERIK Norrie was spear fishing while on a family vacation in the Bahamas, when he felt a sudden rush and then pressure on his left calf. “It happened so fast. I looked back and saw him ripping off a chunk of my leg,” he said, as the shark took off. Norrie immediately realized what happened as blood began pouring out profusely and making a large puddle in the otherwise pristine, blue waters.

He immediately yelled, “Shark!,” alerting his other family members who were on a nearby boat. “It was just one of those things. ‘I can’t believe this. I can’t believe this just happened.’ Just… wow,” he said when he looked down at his leg. The bite had severed muscles in his leg, and left a large chunk of his calf missing. Pictures from the attack clearly show shark teeth prints in his skin surrounding the bite. (Newsnet5)

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UK’s population growth highest in EU THE UK has experienced its highest birth rate since 1972, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has said. This contributed to population growth that was, in absolute terms, the highest in the EU in the year to June 2012, it said. The population grew by 419,900 to 63.7 million between between June 2011 and June 2012, according to ONS estimates. There were 254,400 more births than deaths and 165,600 more people coming to the UK than leaving. A total of 813,200 UK births were recorded in the year. The UK remains the third-most populous EU member state, behind Germany and France. France’s population grew by 319,100 to 65,480,500 over the same period while Germany’s went up by 166,200 to 80,399,300, says the ONS. There were 517,800 migrants

from overseas while 352,100 people left the country, putting net migration at 165,600. The mid-2012 populations of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are now estimated to have been 53.5 million, 5.3 million, 3.1 million, and 1.8 million respectively. London’s population has surged by 104,000, with high birth and immigration rates. Together London, south-east and east England accounted for 53% of growth across the UK in the year while Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland jointly accounted for 8%. More than 51,000 people moved out of London, largely to the South East and East of England, the ONS data shows. London recorded net international migration of 69,000 - the highest of all regions. Northern Ireland had the lowest net migration growth of about 400, the ONS said. (BBC)

Vengeful ex-boyfriend kills four in Dallas shooting spree A TEXAS man went on a gun attack in two cities late Wednesday, killing four people, including two at his exgirlfriend’s home, police said. He wounded four more. When he saw that his ex-girlfriend was not at her Dallas home, he stopped shooting there and quickly drove to a second home in the city of DeSoto, where he found her, CNN affiliate WFAA reported. There, he used “some sort of explosive device,” then opened fire on the people inside, DeSoto police spokeswoman Melissa Franks said. Police arrested suspect Erbie Bowser when he ran out of ammunition, she said. Charges are pending. Dallas and DeSoto investigators are working together on the case. The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives is investigating the nature of the explosive device, Franks said. Police said Bowser moved quickly from the first shooting to the second one. The first emergency call reached Dallas police at 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. When they responded, they found two victims dead, police said. Two more people were wounded but still alive. At 10:45 p.m., a 911 call came in

Suspect Erbie Bowser is in police custody after he gunned down eight people, killing four, including his ex-girlfriend and her 17-year-old daughter, police and local media reported.

from the DeSoto home as gunshots were fired, Franks said. There, two adults were fatally shot, and two boys, ages 11 and 13, were wounded by gunfire, Franks said. She would not say whether the ex-girlfriend was shot. Police said they arrived quickly and arrested Bowser at the home.

The 89-year-old Mugabe will lead Zimbabwe for another five years.

Zuma congratulates Mugabe on win; US, UK, Australia question election results SOUTH African President Jacob Zuma congratulated Zimbabwe’s Robert Mugabe on his re-election, urging opposition groups Sunday to accept the results of “the successful harmonised elections.” Zuma’s stance appears to be at odds with the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia, all of whom have called into question Wednesday’s presidential and primary polls. Zimbabwe’s election commission said 89-year-old Mugabe won 61% of the vote, besting Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai’s 34%, to lead the nation for another five years. Mugabe has been the only leader an independent Zimbabwe has ever known. Tsvangirai, 61, called the balloting “a fraudulent and a stolen election” -- and said he plans to mount a court challenge. In his statement Sunday, Zuma said all parties should accept the election’s results because “election

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observers reported it to be an expression of the will of the people.” Election observers and foreign officials raised doubts Saturday about the way the election was conducted, though some of them noted it was peaceful -- in contrast to the last election, in 2008, where postvote violence left at last 200 people dead and thousands injured. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, in a statement Saturday, criticised “the culmination of a deeply flawed process.” “In light of substantial irregularities reported by domestic and regional observers, the United States does not believe the results announced today represent a credible expression of the will of the Zimbabwean people,” Kerry said. British Foreign Secretary William Hague, meanwhile, commended the peaceful nature of the vote, but expressed concern over how it was conducted.

The train was said to be travelling at more than twice the speed limit.

Spain rail crash: ‘No malfunction reported’ THE head of Spain’s public railways says the crew of the train which derailed at high speed last month killing 79 people had not reported any problems before the crash. Renfe chief Julio Gomez-Pomar was speaking to a parliamentary panel about the crash near Santiago de Compostela. The derailment on 24 July also left about people 170 injured. Train driver Francisco Jose Garzon Amo is under

investigation but has not been formally charged. “Throughout the journey there is no record of communication from the train to the monitoring centre to report any damage or abnormality,” Mr Gomez-Pomar said. He said all normal security procedures had been followed and that the driver had not been on duty more than the standard number of hours, having just returned to work after two days off. (BBC)

Information on the boys’ conditions wasn’t available. (CNN)

British women attacked with acid in Zanzibar TWO British women have had acid thrown in their faces in Zanzibar, police on the east African island say. Katie Gee and Kirstie Trup, both 18 and from London, were working as volunteer teachers on the island. In a statement, Kent-based i-to-i Travel said the women had now been released from hospital. The Foreign Office said it was “concerned to hear of an attack on two British nationals” and was “providing consular assistance”. Police said two men on a moped threw the acid at the women, splashing their faces, chests and hands as they walked through the streets of Stone Town, the old part of the island’s capital Zanzibar City, which is a Unesco world heritage site. Deputy police commissioner Mkadam Khamis told AFP news agency: “The motive for the attack on the volunteers aged 18 years, has not been established. Investigations are on until we apprehend the criminals.” The two women were volunteers for the charity Art in Tanzania, having booked through the company i-to-i Travel.

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Competition winner shops big WINNER of LIME and Graceway IGA’s second shopping spree, Talesiya Missick, walked away with more than $1,500 in meat as she raced down the aisle to complete her shopping last Saturday morning (August 3). The Grand Turk resident said: “My aunt and I came into the store last night and planned the strategy.” That strategy was well executed during her run directly to the meat department where she stocked up. Commenting on the activity, LIME’s Delleriece Hall, noted that Missick topped the old record of a shopping total of just over $1,100 from the previous winner. She said: “This is what LIME is about; it is about giving value to our customers and giving an opportunity to win with LIME.” Hall also thanked the partners at Graceway IGA for its support during both shopping spree sessions. Graceway IGA’s Ken Burns, said: “We would like to thank LIME once again for a well organised shopping event and the chance for IGA to host the shopping spree.” He also thanked his team for preparing the store for the event.

Delleriece Hall with winner Talesiya Missick and Ken Burns of IGA

Ecumenical service marks Emancipation Day GOVERNOR Ric Todd and Deputy Governor, Anya Williams, among other officials attended an ecumenical service to mark Emancipation Day in Grand Turk on Monday (August 5). Emancipation Day is celebrated in many former British colonies in the Caribbean and areas of the United States to mark the end of slavery and the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833. In his remarks at the Salem Baptist Church, the

Governor noted that Emancipation Day brought bitter memories of injustice and cruelty but was still a joyful day. The abolition of slavery in Britain’s colonies, which followed the earlier abolition of the slave trade, was the result of a long campaign led by those convinced that slavery was morally wrong and the resistance to slavery, such as Sam Sharpe of Jamaica.

Leah Remini report that Scientology boss David Miscavige's wife is missing ruled unfounded: source Leah Remini (pictured) reported Michelle 'Shelly' Miscavige, wife of Scientology head David Miscavige, missing on Wednesday, though a police source says she is not missing. Los Angeles Police have ruled as "unfounded" a missing person's report made by actress Leah Remini regarding the wife

of Scientology leader David Miscavige, a police source told the Daily News. "Mrs. Miscavige is not missing. Investigators have made some type of contact with her," an LAPD source told the News Thursday. "The investigation is completed and classified as unfounded."

Is Beyonce's New Pixie Cut Stylish Or Kinda Stupid? Being a female pop star requires a woman to play with her image a bit. If done properly, the singer is able to surprise fans without completely losing herself. Madonna, for example, has drastically altered her image and music dozens of times, and in recent years, Lady Gaga, much as she’d dislike admitting it, has essentially followed that same path. Beyonce has always been a bit more reserved than that, but as today indicated, she’s occasionally down for a shocking transition.

Five Easy Pieces Actress Karen Black Dies at 74 Karen Black matched wits with some of the best actors of her generation— and more than held her own. The actress, who earned an Oscar nomination playing Jack Nicholson's put-upon girlfriend in Five Easy Pieces, died today after battling ampullary cancer. She was 74.

The picture at the top of this article came without warning on Bey’s Instagram account this morning. As you can see, it depicts the mother rocking the blonde pixie cut stars like Miley Cyrus have recently gone to. No doubt the decision to chop it all over caused more than a few tense moments for the singer who normally rocks long hair, but considering how many pictures she’s put out of the ‘do since, it seems like she’s certainly pleased with her choice.

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Youth Center incorporates pageant into Summer Bash THIS year the Edward C. Gartland Youth Center has decided to make new additions to their annual Summer Bash, an event geared at providing a fun day for the children and their families. In its fourth year, the changes will see the centre putting on their first Miss Edward C. Gartland beauty pageant on August 24 at 5:00pm. On Wednesday (August 7) eight contestants were debuted at the centre and they concurred that they are working extremely hard. Program Manager for the centre, Johnna Messam, commenting on the upcoming event, said: â€œWe just end off the summer with some games, entertainment, prizes and local vendors. This is just an event for the children to come out and have a good time to end the summer off with." She explained that this was something the girls have been requesting for some time now. Messam said: "As the youth centre grows, the kids grows with it

Christel Bien-Aime, Salena Guerrier, Kerline Andre, Frankisha Guerrier, Shinydine Occilien, Rebekah Nelson, Evouy Auguste and Uxslene Andre

and the things that they want to see at the centre grows as well and it's been something that they have been asking for a while. I think what we needed to see from them was commitment

and dedication and this group of girls have shown that this time." The girls will be judged on their talent, smile, interview question, gown, opening number along with

their poise, elegance and grace throughout the entire evening. Other activities on the day will include games and the fun kicks off from noon until 4:00pm, before the

pageant. Organizers emphasized that it will be a free event so this will be a great time for families to come out and support. (DAISY HANDFIELD)

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Lovelace biopic given green light for release AN attempt to block the release of a biopic of adult film actress Linda Lovelace by the company that owns the rights to her most famous movie has been rejected by a judge in New York. US District Judge Thomas Griesa dismissed a $10 million (£6.45m) claim by Arrow Productions, enabling the film to open in the US on Friday as planned. One of the film’s producers expressed relief “that common sense prevailed”.

Mamma Mia star Amanda Seyfried plays the porn actress in the new biopic. Arrow filed its copyright action in Manhattan on Tuesday, claiming it had not been approached “for a licence to use any of [its] intellectual property”. It said that more than five minutes of footage was copyrighted material taken from Deep Throat that had been used “without license or permission”. Arrow’s legal action revealed

it had licensed Deep Throat to Inferno, another film about Lovelace which was to have starred Lindsay Lohan and which was eventually abandoned. “Arrow Productions’ complaint was transparent about its desire to control discussion about Deep Throat... and to hinder projects that would compete with theirs,” said Millennium Films’ Mark Gill in a statement. “We believe this case was an insult to the legal safeguards in place maintaining our right to freedom of

Mamma Mia! actress Amanda Seyfried plays the title role in Lovelace.

speech.” Another of the defendants - Radius TWC, a division of The Weinstein Company - said it “couldn’t be more pleased”.

“The world will finally get a chance to see Linda’s real story unfold on screen in Lovelace,” said its co-presidents, Tom Quinn and Jason Janego.

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Dominican wins Miss Caribbean Culture Pageant DOMINICA’S representative 19-year-old Leslassa ArmourShillingford has captured her third crown in regional competitions for the year following her victory at the eighth annual Miss Caribbean Culture Pageant, which ended shortly before 2:00 this morning (Aug. 6) at the Cultural Complex in Nevis. Armour-Shillingford captured one of the most nail-biting categories of pageants as she walked away with Best Interview with her ‘royal’ status, having consistently outshone the other 11 competitors. Miss St. Kitts Zinga Imo placed First Runner-up and won two judged categories in Best Swimwear and Best Evening Wear. Miss St. Croix (USVI) A’Jada Burke took the Second Runner-up position and was adjudged Best Talent. She was also awarded the prize for Miss Photogenic while Third and Fourth Runners-up spots went to Miss St. Lucia Filamena Day and Miss Nevis Denesia Smithen respectively. The Pageant, which was part of

the 39th annual Culturama festival, was hosted by the winner of popular American reality TV series - Project Runway Season 9 and former Miss Trinidad and Tobago Universe, Nya Ayoung Chee, along with Nevis’ ‘man with the smooth voice’ Mervin Hanley. The other contestants were: Miss Curacao Jurnalis Henson, Miss Dominican Republic Rosa Martinez, Miss Montserrat Kadija Furlonge, Miss Guyana Faydeha King, Miss St. Vincent and the Grenadines Karla Gellizeau, Miss Trinidad and Tobago Jenelle Thongs and Miss Anguilla Taitu Goodwin. The crowning of ArmourShillingford’s came just four days after she won the Miss Jaycees Queen Show which was held in Antigua on August 2. In June, she won the annual Miss Carnival Queen Pageant held in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. In February, she won the Miss Dominica Pageant 2013 title in the annual local competition in her homeland. (SKNvibes)

Usher’s ex-wife seeking custody of young son after freak swimming pool accident

19-year-old Leslassa ArmourShillingford captured her third regional title with the win.

USHER’S five-year-old son nearly drowned in a backyard pool in Atlanta on Monday — setting off what could be an ugly custody battle after the boy’s mom apparently blamed the Grammy-Award winner for the accident. The R&B singer was not at the home where the terrifying incident occurred, a report said. But Usher’s ex-wife, the boy’s mother, seems to be holding the entertainer responsible anyway. Tameka Foster — who lost another child by a different father in a Jet Ski accident — filed legal documents Tuesday to try to gain custody of little Usher Raymond 5th, citing a dangerous environment, TMZ said. The drama began Monday when the boy ended up at the bottom of a pool behind a home in downtown Atlanta and became stuck in a drain, police said. He was trying to retrieve a toy, TMZ reported. It was unclear if the home belonged to his famous father, but the child’s aunt, Rena Oden, was there. She, a housekeeper and a third woman tried to save the boy but

Singer Usher endured a huge scare after a pool mishap that left his son Usher Raymond V hospitalised.

failed, CNN reported. That’s when two men who were working at the home as contractors came dashing to the rescue. They dived in, freed the drowning child and pulled him out. One of the contractors gave the boy CPR — and he was “conscious, alert and breathing” by the time paramedics arrived, cops said. CNN identified the hero sound technician as Eugene Stachurski.

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t is with great sadness that Provident Ltd advises that its Chairman, Frederick (Boots) Ludington has passed away unexpectedly in Daytona, Florida. Boots was born on December 8th, 1951 in Birmingham, Alabama to parents Frederick (Fritz) and Patricia and grew up in Texas. He first visited Providenciales as a teenager in the late sixties with his father, pioneer developer of Providenciales and resided here for some twenty years with his late wife Betty June Ludington. Boots lost Betty and also his brother Peter Mitchell Ludington very recently. He is sadly missed by sisters Julie L. Thomas and husband Grant, Kim Ludington and husband Dave Pezza, Liz Ludington, brother Hank Tiller, sister Lee Garrison and husband Craig and Peter’s widow Myra, as well as many loving nieces and nephews and the Provident, Turtle Cove Marina, Cove Construction and Cove JCB management and staff. Funeral arrangements to be advised.

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Harrison Ford to replace Bruce Willis in Expendables 3

Oprah Winfrey, pictured with Paula Deen on ‘Oprah’s Next Chapter’ last year, has finally opened up on her friend’s N-word controversy.

Oprah Winfrey opens up on Paula Deen scandal Up until now The Queen of talk has been surprisingly mum on the scandal enveloping her friend Paula Deen. But Oprah Winfrey has broken her silence on the controversy over the disgraced television chef’s use of the N-word,. “I think Paula Deen was sort of used as a symbol, but I think lots of people use the word inappropriately all the time,” Oprah said during a revealing interview on Entertainment Tonight Monday. The 59-year old television mogul says she’s very sensitive to racism

— a major theme in her new movie, “Lee Daniels’ The Butler.” “I do not run in the circle of people who use the word loosely,” she told ET. “For me it’s out of respect to those people who it was the last word they heard while they were being hung, the last weord they heard when they were being fired, the last word they heard when their house was being burned. “It’s the word heard every day when they were walking down the street and they had to step off the side walk to let other people pass.”

ACTOR Harrison Ford has joined the cast of the third film in the Expendables action franchise, filling a gap vacated by the departing Bruce Willis. “Willis Out... Harrison Ford In!!!! Great News!!!!!” tweeted Expendables star Sylvester Stallone. “Been waiting years for this!!!!” Willis played the role of Church in the first two films, which saw Stallone as the leader of a group of mercenaries. It is not yet known what role Ford will play in the third instalment. Stallone apparently went on to criticise Willis on Twitter, calling the actor “greedy and lazy” and saying it was “a sure formula for career failure”. Willis has yet to respond to the slight, which a Stallone spokesman later confirmed had been directed at the Die Hard star. The Expendables topped the US box office chart when it opened in August 2010, a feat repeated when

Walt Disney to lose millions on Lone Ranger film WALT Disney has warned that its Lone Ranger summer film will lose it between $160m-$190m (£104m-£124m) after heavy spending on promotion failed to bring returns. The news came with the entertainment giant’s third quarter results. They showed earnings almost unchanged but revenue up 4%, thanks to its theme parks and cable networks, such as ESPN. Disney said it earned $1.85bn in the quarter to the end of June, up from $1.83bn last year. Revenue at its theme parks and resorts grew by 7% to $3.7bn while cable network revenue was up by

8%. The parks in California and Florida attracted more visitors, and operating income for that division outstripped that of the resorts, rising by 9% to $689m. ESPN is facing new competition from 21st Century Fox’s Fox Sports 1, which is launching this month. Disney’s chairman and chief executive, Bob Iger, said the new competitor had not harmed advertising sales at ESPN. Fox news and entertainment was recently spun off from News Corporation, which retains its businesses of newspapers and publishing.

its sequel was released two years later. Together the first two instalments in the franchise have earned almost $575m (£375m) worldwide.

Dustin Hoffman ‘successfully treated for cancer’ OSCAR-WINNING US actor Dustin Hoffman, 75, has been successfully treated for cancer and is “feeling great”, his spokeswoman says. Publicist Jodi Gottlieb said the star had been “surgically cured”, after the cancer was detected at an early stage. No further details were given.

Publicity for Disney’s Lone Ranger has failed to bring in returns to match.

Harrison Ford will be a part of Expendables Three and is considering doing Indiana Jones 5.

The Expendables 3, due for release in August 2014, will also star Jason Statham, Nicolas Cage and Jackie Chan. Stallone, 67, will next be seen opposite Arnold Schwarzenegger another member of the Expendables ensemble - in prison drama Escape Plan. Ford, meanwhile, has confirmed he would consider returning as daredevil archeologist Indiana Jones in what would be the fifth film of the series. “We’ve seen the character develop and grow over a period of time,” he told the Daily Telegraph. “It’s perfectly appropriate and OK for him to come back again with a great movie around him. “To me, what was interesting about the character was that he prevailed, that he had courage, that he had wit, that he had intelligence, that he was frightened and that he still managed to survive. That I can do.”

People magazine reported Hoffman would undergo treatments to prevent the cancer returning. He won the best actor Oscar for Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) and Rain Man (1988). He will appear in the comedy movie Chef with Scarlett Johansson and Robert Downey Jr next year.

Hoffman won the best actor Oscar for Kramer vs. Kramer and Rain Man.

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Business Licence Notice Further to the notice published in April 2013, the Turks and Caicos Islands Government has carried out the various checks and noted that the businesses listed in this notice are not compliant with the Turks and Caicos Islands Business Licensing Ordinance. Owners, Managers and Operators of businesses are kindly asked to visit the Revenue Control Unit to regularize their operations before TCIG commences legal proceedings against all defaulters.

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5241 12295 11076 9800 6282 11713 11714 11129 11246 8422 11074 6085 3057 9046 8461 2542 14148 14683 14583 9051 11830 10310 2581

Businesses in Arrears Middle Caicos Establishment

Cardinal Arthur Arthur’s Contracting Services Carlon Uri Forbes C C Construction Clarita Victoria Gardiner I & C Beauty Salon Clay Tyrone Arthur Inter-Island Shipping Clinton Higgs Beach Club Daisy Been Been’s Enterprises Dragon Cay Enterprises Ltd. Dragon Cay Enterprises Ltd. Ernest Forbes Jnr. E & V Contracting Fairbell D. Harvey Fairy’s Contracting Fairbell D. Harvey Knick Knacks Ocean Front Villas Joycelyn Hall Joycelyn Dry Goods & Grocery Store Julia Harvey & Shirlene Robinson Javez’s Maintenance and Contracting Keturah Hall Kera’s Café Kingsley Outten K & K Construction Louis N. Neat Big Lou Lynkin Johnson NAJ Design Middle Caicos Transport Ltd. Middle Caicos Transport Ltd. Norma Kathleen Forbes Passion Sweet Richard Daniel Steele Steele’s Villa Ronald Edwin Blake Blake Villa Shanique Been Shanique’s Kitchen Shanique P. Gardiner Dillon’s Café Sun Beach Properties Ltd. Blue Harizon Sun Beach Properties Ltd.

CUSTOMER NAME

Rev. Period Last payment Licence# 2007 2008 2009 2006 &10111 2009 2009 2007 2010 2012 2012 2007 2008

11281 11315 10157 10110

2012 2011 2001 2007 2007 2006 2008 2012 2012 2005 2010 2005 2007

14678 14153 8113 11778 11265 4264 9009 11191 11189 6306 13359 5200 5136

Businesses in Arrears South Caicos ESTABLISHMENT

Period

Big D Construction Highland Water Dora’s Lobster Pot M & M Petty Contractors Heads & Reds Walkin’s Groceries Anita’s Grocery Arnie’s Place

Business Licence# 9790 13907 11190 9141 6718 7057 10650 9269

5327 4456 6110 8779 14544 14071 10956 4457

Last pmt/ Rev. 2007 2012 2012 2007 2010 2004 2012 2005

ESTABLISHMENT

B & O Contractors B & O Contractors Baker’s Construction Baker’s Construction Beggitta George/Darell Forbes D & G Fashion Trends Kids Store Benny Hall La Bell Lune Bernadette Dorothy Fortunate Dorothy Inc. Beverley Dasden-Malcolm B.M. Stop & Shop Brenda P. Barron Busi-Net Solutions Brenett Lewis Brown Plumbing & Electrical Bruce B. Jennings B & S Contracting Bruce B. Jennings Bruce Gas Candev Ltd. Candev Ltd. Carolie Louis D&E Charles Lockhart Brown’s Carpentry Services Clarence Fulford Cozy Contracting Clarence Alexander Cox Chubby’s Workshop Corean Stubbs Cat N Fiddle Bar Corean Stubbs Corean’s contracting Cormalda Ltd. Cormalda Ltd. Cornelius A.H. Basden Basden Construction Daniel M. Malcolm M.A. Graphics Daphne Elanzandra Forbes Hildalph Apartment Darell Forbes Sessey’s Beauty Salon Darin Scott Clare Sky David M. Clare Caicos Tiling Delphina StubbsAnderson & Anthony Hillside Store Denise Forbes Forbes Contracting Deomardo Vindo Clare Uphostery Unlimited Derrick Craigg Craigg Contracting Don. A. Wilcox Wilcox construction Duldine Parker Dulcine’s Construction Dulcine Parker & Deadra Clare Gagg Auto Rental Duncanson’s Contracting Duncanson’s Contracting Dwaine Fulford J & D’s construction E. Christopher Hall/ Brandford Hall C. H. construction Earl G. Basden Jnr. E and R Contracting East Bay Resorts Ltd. Video Gaming International Elaine Harris Sweet Aroma Elaine Howell The Night and Day Elizabeth A. Outten Buried Treasure Maps & Information Serv. 8581 Ella Miller E & L contracting Emily Saunders Super V Consultancy Emily Saunders Super Value Supermarket First Choice Convenient Store L & J Enterprises Frank O. Lockhart Café Columbus Contracting Frank O. Lockhart Hill Top Groceries George Lockhart Lockhart Contracting Gertrude Moore D and R Variety Store Gertrude Moore G & S Contracting Henry C. Handfield Sha’s Bay Hilton L Forbes/ Daphne E. Forbes H and D Disposal Services Holton Alexander Williams H & K Construction Ianthe Basden Ann’s Construction Irene Glinton Ossie Contracting Jimmy Baker/Kimberly Baker Caicos Pride Joycelyn Fortunate Fortunate Bargain Store Joycelyn Glinto Joycelyn Glinton Contracting Judith Valvareen Lewis Lewis Construction Kathy B. Lockhart Ocean Realm Consulting Kenrick A. Hall Garga’s Pioneer Contracting Kimberly Cox-Baker Kisa Debit Collection Local Shipping Local Shipping L & K Construction L & K Construction Laccom Incorporate Ltd. Laccom Incorporated Ltd. Larry Chruchill Taylor Claw’s Contracting Larry Donald Joseph Larry Joseph Construction Leonie Forbes We Two Lilamae Seymour L&R

Business Licence# Last pmt/ Rev. Period

6129 6140 14231 13297 10891 13540 11460 5985 9839 8124 9250 9801 9375 9137 12395 4355 10694 10215 4599 9019 12685 11079 14580 10617

2004 2005 2011 2011 2007 2010 2008 2007 2008 2010 2006 2005 2007 2005 2008 2012 2007 2005 2007 2006 2008 2012 2012 2006

4502 11727 13003 9135 6521 10626 11477 9281 8857

2011 2007 2008 2007 2008 2007 2007 2007 2006

8763 14336 6967 6593 6741

2009 2012 2010 2000 2006

2004 9130 13006 2547 10165 8471 14611 11722 5234 10634 8396

2007 2010 2012 2012 2012 2012 2008 2004 2007 2004

12262 10624 11730 9136 6001 2508 11723 8863 8108 6051 13467 12753 9053 10448 8760 10621 2546 9815

2008 2006 2007 2003 2008 2011 2007 2005 2004 2008 2010 2009 2004 2006 2007 2007 2010 2005

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ESTABLISHMENT

Lillian L. Jennings Linda Handfield Linley C. Goldman Lois Delorcia Deane Lorrico B. Romilus Louise & Bertram Cartwright Lydia Williams Lynette Bassette Marilyn Chisholm Marilyn M. Harvey Marilyn M. Harvey Max’ Fashion Center Melisa Simmons Merdedes Harvey Michael Outten Muriel L Hanchell Muriel L. Hanchell Myrna Gray Nicholas Pierre Paula Clare Premier Services Preston Cox Quinston Jovard Basden Quinton Phillips R.G. & G Wholesale & Retail Ralston Everette Glinton Ralston Everette Glinton Requel Althea Basden Rhona Ewing Ricardo D.Forbes Ricardo D. Forbes Richard David Stubbs Richard David Stubbs Richard Devid Stubbs Rose B. Cole Rubeth Clare Rupert Cooke Ruston Muncuff Samuel & Rita Smith Selwyn Mills Sonya Seymour Stanley Jennings Stewart B. Harris Tamell Seymour Tarsha Rochelle Lewis Verlena Jackson Verna Patrice Outten Vincent Dion Garland Vivienne L.Clare Wilbert Seymour William Theophilus Thomas Wilson Emmanuel Gibson Wilson’s Variety store

Tre’s Diva Heels Linda’s Contracting L & L Construction D & L Contracting Big Heeps B.S & P Construction Moon Grove Dry Foods and Groceries L & A Enterprises Pooh’s Services H & K Enterprise Total Hair Plus Max’s Fashion Store Mal and Mul Contracting Sades Contracting Julissa’s Beauty Salon Muriel’s Enterprise Muriel’s Restaurant Myrna’s Contracting Style Boutique Gussy’s Contracting Premier Services Preston’s Dry Goods Quinston Basden Tommy’s Contracting R.G. & G Wholesale & Retail Glinton’s Construction R & E Groceries Store Triple ‘E’ Contracting Rona’s Contracting Big Rick’s Bar & Café Big Rick’s Contracting Richard’s Contracting Richard's Trading The Hide Away Bar Love’s Restaurant Clare’s Contracting R & C Contracting Harbour Wholesale Food Samuel & Rita Contracting Sal’s Contracting Moonie & D’s Contracting S & D’s Contracting Harris Corner Store T & T Contracting T. Babes Petty Contracting V C Contracting The Price is Right V.N.V. V & R Contractors Bam’s Construction Thomas Brothers Funeral Home Gibson Design Builders Wilson’s Variety Store

CUSTOMER NAME

Albert E. Higgs Alice A. Hall Alva Richard Edwards Alwood Wendell Gardiner Annie O. Gardiner Annis Gertrude Smith Anthony Seymour Arnold Gardiner Arnold & Rosette Gardiner Atherine Outten Barbara & Farrington Gardiner Bennett H. Gardiner Bottle Creek Ltd. Brandford Gardiner Brucelee Rigby Cadgory D. Missick Calvin T. Williams Carnin Woodbury Gardiner Charmaine Clarke Chrischelle E. gardiner Claudius Williams Cleophas Missick

Business Licence# Last pmt/ Rev. Period 14569 9131 8822 10607 10629 6522 4271 9813 9331 8305 6708 6839 9169 9139 13756 2922 5633 10632 10173 9168 6569 4811 10625 9133 9500 9975 11835 6673 10627 13211 9132 9374 11201 14281 11554 11729 9840 12096 10635 9140 8426 11721 8338 9884 10529 11833 10486 6551 9785 11728 10999 4530 4951

Businesses in Arrears North Caicos

ESTABLISHMENT

Albert’s Construction K & A’s Takeout Chill and Chat Restaurant Human Resource International –TCI Gardiner’s Bakery Store Gertrude’s Grocery & Dry Goods Me Dee’s Electronics Gardiner’s Auto Service Gardiner’s Auto Sales and Rentals Reine’s Boutique Britann Estates Global Airways Bottle Creek Ltd. Caicos Water Express B L R construction TT’s Mobile Car Wash Scope Petty contracting Ultimate Construction C & E Jitney Service Platinum Mobile Car Wash Sunbeam Store L.D.C

Business Licence# 6776 13155 12080 12049 5754 10568 8699 2952 8500 4538 13834 5264 5820 12696 11535 11483 11489 9716 8761 12989 6790 5549

2012 2008 2012 2008 2006 2008 2007 2009 2007 2000 2000 2010 2007 2007 2012 2009 2009 2006 2009 2007 2005 2012 2006 2005 2005 2008 2008 2008 2007 2011 2010 2007 2007 2012 2008 2007 2007 2008 2006 2009 2008 2007 2004 2005 2008 2008 2006 2008 2007 2007 2008 2010 2012

Last pmt/ Rev. Period 2001 2009 2007 2009 2008 2011 2004 2012 2012 2007 2011 2010 2008 2011 2007 2006 2009 2006 2006 2009 2007 2011

Continued

CUSTOMER NAME

ESTABLISHMENT

Business Licence#

Last pmt/ Rev. Period

Clyde K. Handfield Colonel Jones Curlalina & Lavadio Philips Curvin M. Simmons Darlington Higgs & Conrad Higgs Davis Anthony Gardiner Dedrick Alexander Handfield Derry K. Handfield/ Ricola Handfield Derry K. Handfield Dk’S Employment Services Donna Gardiner & Kenrick Neely Donver Landy and Florence N. Kalinda Dorothy Gardiner Edward C. Missick Elizabeth Tamer Gardiner Emmanuel Keith Johnson Evette Hall Ferdinand Gardiner Five Flamingo Tours Fuller Gardiner Garnet Leon Smith George Forbes George Jonathan Arthur George Jonathan Arthur George Laban Walkin George Laban Walkin Gerard Gardiner Goaley Elizabeth Forbes Goaley Elizabeth Forbes Goaley Elizabeth Forbes Grace-Ann Gardiner Gwendolyn Laborde Hamutal Handfield Hartwell Jahmal Smith Helena Gibson-Sauver/ Narassa Elizabeth Holton Williams Holton Robinson/Brenda Ariza Howard Bartels Hymenaus M Misick Iona Gardiner Irad K. Selver Jane E. Missick & Nicholas C. Missick Jasmin S. Walkin Jo A. Rathgeb John Smith John Hilgrove Parker John Spence Missick Kajlan Higgs Keith & Nadine Johnson Keith MacDonald Missick Kenneth M. Hall Kenro Gardiner Kevin T. Taylor Kingsley Martin Taylor Kirklyn V. Rolle Lewis Esau Missick Loften Thomas & Harry Turbyfield Manville Andujar Gardiner Margaret V. Forbes Mary & Charles Missick Mary Rubyann Forbes Mattie Oseta Hamilton Maxwell & Dorothy Handfield McLean P.G. Gardiner Nancy Chazzel Cartwright Nicole S. Missick North Caicos Car Rental Ltd. North Caicos Video & Electrical Store Obed Nathaniel Gardiner(Jr) Obed Nathaniel Gardiner(jr.) Ossie Alexander Gardiner

Dyna-Tech Pest Control C & U Consrtuction Caicos Riding Adventure Ms and Sons Construction

9457 10034 12263 11273

2005 2008 2010 2012

Aliston Terrace Apartments Tony & Sons Construction Big D’s Dive Stop

14260 9758 13524

2012 2005 2010

Sonaqua Books and Office Supplies Sonics Construction DK’s Employment Services

12399 8894 8079

2011 2011 2008

Hibiscus Property Management

11545

2009

International Car Services-Car Doctor Get in Shape The moon light Sports Bar & Grill El’s Cleaning Services K.N.N Evettte’s Variety Store F & H Construction Five Flamingo Tours Fuller Grocery Store G’ Bar & Grill North Enterprise Workshop Electrical Enterprise Scorpio XIV B & H Development Big Ben Locksmith G & G Enterprises D & G Beauty Variety Store Amazing Grace Daycare/ Preschool Learning Willey's Resaurant Grace-Anna Secretarial Services Aunty I’s Fashion Larn’s Enterprise Impressive Construction

13644 11940 12328 11540 11536 11488 12069 11932 9069 2005 5368 12043 11051 11147 10535 11539 11681

2010 2012 2010 2009 2007 2008 2007 2009 2006

13749 11680 10019 11780 8803 9858

2010 2010 2005 2007 2009 2008

H & N Restaurant and Take Out Old Nick Transportation H and B Howard Bartels condo #3 Misick Construction Co. New Image Beauty Salon I.C. Caicos Art

13354 13177 11841 10322 11537 13913 6740

2010 2009 2007 2006 2007 2012 2005

North Caicos Auto & Repair Shop Fashion 411 Aloe House Smith construction Gulf Construction Greenscape K.T. O KNN Agency Spot Construction KT’s Construction Blitz Sports Bar & Grill Kervin & Sons Construction KTS construction Co. Quick silver Construction LNS Construction

9861 11793 9954 11842 9706 12289 10534 11382 10867 14597 13086 9145 10699 9497 12456

2005 2007 2007 2007 2009 2008 2009 2008 2006 2012 2011 2012 2007 2005 2009

Caicos Land Scaping 10659 A.G. Caicos Pest Control 12477 MM’s Employment & consultant Agency 10417 Mary & Charles Enterprise 4686 Mary’s Mini arcade Center 12420 O & N Fashion World 9011 My Dee’s Mini Mall 13578 Gardiner’s Farming 14075 Cartwright’s Retail store 10472 Brochalle’s 13407 North Caicos Car Rental Ltd. 8835

2008 2008 2005 2006 2009 2004 2011 2011 2010 2010 2004

North Caicos Video & Electrical Store I & N Professional Services N.G. Brands Construction Ossie & Sons

2005 2006 2009 2007

6175 9436 8808 9506

2011 2007 2009 2007 2007 2012 2012

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ESTABLISHMENT

Business Licence#

Last pmt/ Rev. Period

CUSTOMER NAME

Papa Grunts seafood House Patricia A. Forbes Paul Bernard Beresford Paul Bernard Beresford Peterson Andrew Forbes Phillip Patterson Chisholm Prince A. Selver Prince A. Selver Roberta Lorinie Outten Roberta Lorinie Outten Roberta Outtten & Darlington Higgs Rommel R. Forbes Rufus Williams Samuel E. Handfield/ Darry Handfield Samuel E. Handfield/ Darry Handfield Samuel Eagle Handfield Shabbar Rivelino Dorvol Shabbar Rivelino Dorvol Shabbar Rivelino Dorvol Shirley Elizabeth Cartwright Shirley, Stanlsy, Dover & Durell Landy Shirlin Forbes Simeon Theophilus McIntosh Simeon Theophilus McIntosh Souvenise McIntosh Steffino L. Lightbourne Stellon L. Gardiner & Giovanni K. Higgs Stephine Melinda Hall T.Chal Missick Terrence Wayne Taylor Terrence Wayne Taylor Thomas C. Henfield Thomas Mc. Allen Ewing Trevor Taddy Lightbourne Triple A’s Construction Triple D Employment Agency Valentine Williams Victor Forbes Walter Edward & Kendrick Deno Simmons Wiliams v. Delancy Winston Gardiner Yramene Dossous-Williams Yvette R. McIntosh

Papa Grunts Seafood House P and E Variety Store Hi Lo Liquors Beresford service Station and Garage Crystal Cleaning services Phillip & Sons Patches Construction Company Whitby Plaza Suites Hi-GG’s Restaurant & Café Shirley’s Groceries

4560 12993 10968 9687 9941 11374 8346 13838 12507 7077

2005 2012 2006 2006 2009 2007 2005 2011 2011 2012

Real Grip Security Kujuma Construction Rufus & Sons Construction

10061 8459 11538

2012 2008 2008

DK’s Construction

4689

2009

Dk’s Janitoral Rossi Beauty Saloon Shabbba Securities Clean Cuts Barber Shop Shabba Contractors K’s Fabric & Tailor

8083 12528 9670 9033 9012 11749

2008 2009 2008 2008 2009 2008

Landy’s Island Chick Forbes and Dee’s Construction Atlantic Farm Equipment Atlantic farming Gladys Clothing & Variety Store Titan Security

13572 10602 10539 10538 8232 13856

2012 2006 2006 2006 2008 2011

Radiant Enveironmental Services 3-K’s Appliances St. Charles Condo Resort T.W. Taylor Construction Co. Taylor Tropical Fruit Co. Brush Taxi J & J Variety Store T & T Security Triple A’s Construction Triple D employment Agency Val’s Fashion & Variety Vicon

10652 11187 11156 10940 8333 5643 12992 9109 12066 10100 9198 9148

2007 2010 2008 2010 2011 2011 2012 2005 2008 2006 2004 2004

Walter and Son JR Painting Services Nell’s Entreprise New Generation Store Siggie’s Café

10759 12469 2616 12460 10856

2006 2009 2012 2008 2010

Arianne Bovie Sugar & Spice Aristil Joseph D's Clothing Supply Arthur & Maryann Smith H&H Purchasing and services Arthur Adams Adams Contacting Arthur Carter A.M. C Contracting Services Arthur Smith H.A.G.S. Accommodation Arthur Smith & Terry Smith T & A Construction Limited Arthur Wilston Quelch Lawn Care Service Ashwood Hall A&J Aurele Jean 3MJ Transportation Austin & Benicile Smith Benicile's Braids Austin Ingham Jackson Contracting Austin Robinson A & A Construction Barbara Higgs Alianda's World Barbara J. Blenman Four Jewels Barbara L. Lightbourne Barbara's Contracting Barbara Lightbourne Kengrel's Boutique Barbara Lightbourne Yanell's Upholstery Services Beatrice Gardiner Sweet BBS Benjamin & Rosenie Been Been Enterprise Benjamin H. Been Hugh's Construction Benjamin H. Been The Gheto Designer Benjamin Robinson A & B Limited Benmore A. Kennedy B and J Security Serives Benmore Kennedy & Neroy Kennedy Trend Setter Development Berkley L. Prospere Water Jets Bertram's Contracting Bertram;s Contracting Betty Norma Forbes Sunshine Souvenirs & Gifts Betty Simmons Bets Betty Williams Pena Shalines Business Contracting Bianca Morris Byiore Contracting Birch H. Simmons Jonny Boi Services Blossom Peach P. Caley-Williams C & J's Security Company Blue Shutters Ltd. Blue Shutters Ltd. Bradley Willimas & Edric Smith No Limit Contractors Brandalle Hanchell & Leroy A. Carter H.V. Security Brandford JR. Hall Brandford & Sons Brenton & Averyl Murray Grand Turk Nursery & Land Scaping Bridgette C. Misick D'jour's Cleaning Services Bridgette C. Misick Djour's Spin Bridgette C. Misick Riordan Turquoise Destination TCI Broad Reach Ltd. Broad Reach Ltd Broad Reach Ltd. Broad Reach Ltd Brooks Security Brooks Security Bruce J. Jennings B & M Services Byron Skippings Byron Business C.I Diving & Water Sports Ltd. C.I. Diving & Water Sports Ltd. Caleb E. Simmons Grumps's Contracting Calvary Construction Co. Calvary Construction Co. Camardia Higgs Mookie Pookie Pizza Palace Carl Christopher Robinson Robinson's Auto Repairs and Parts Carl Lightbourne Carl's Trucking Carl Lightbourne Constructing Services Carl Lightbourne Lighty's Rent A Car Carmen A. Castillo-Penn Penn's Enterprize Carmen C. Robinson Nese's Boutique Carmen Yvette Cumberbatch C & T Contracting Carol Hanchell B & C Souvenir Carol Hanchell Maucar Petty Contracting Carolyn O. Wilson -Ingham CADS Agency Services Carolyn O. Wilson -Ingham Duckingham Construction Carrington Wiliams Kenefos Production #2 Cecil Bailey Bailey's Construction Cecil E. Williams Cecil E. Williams Gaming Machine Operations Cecil E. Williams Dolphins Construction Co. Cecil E. Williams Dolphins Sports Bar Cecile Joseph Cesar Cecile's Water Service Cee's Family Enterprises Ltd. Cees' Messenger Services Chandeira Leshoya & Otis Morgan Rock Like A Star Chardian Lightbourne Chad's Construction Charlene Jennings Game Zone Recreation Charles & Alicia Glinton Alicia 's Nails Charles & Alicia Glinton Alicia & Charles Taxi Charles H. Simmons Simmons Sports Fishing

CUSTOMER NAME

Abraham C. Pena Adalijiza Valdez Addra R. Freites Agatha Butterfield Albert Smith Albertina Virgil Alfred Williams & Co. Alson S. Been Altagracia Sanchez Williams Andy Lightbourne Angela Brooks Angela Higgs Angela Vanessa Been Ann Elizabeth Williams Ann Elizabeth Williams Annetta I Smith Annetta I Smith Anorel Pierre Anryn Malcolm Anthar L. Williams Anthony Adams Anthony Franklin Seymour Anthony Leshone Williams Anthony Leshone Williams Apollina Jodie Lavia

Businesses in Arrears Grand Turk

ESTABLISHMENT

Hams Construction Family Variety Store A and I construction Agie's Kitchen Smith Hair Braiding Virgil's Store Alfred Williams & Co. A & S Enterprises Altagracia Contracting Joly's Beauty Salon Brooks Legal Services Island Jewels AVB Construction A & S Sizes Unlimited Landy's Lunchables and More Annetta's contracting Balfour Consultancy Truck Business Modern Design Anthar's Fashion Design Pennent's Contracting Tony's Construction A & A Jelly Coconuts Forbes Photos Outlook Projects

Business Licence# 10325 8934 11551 11404 10207 2791 10264 10115 11562 9972 12929 10745 10813 12588 9864 9488 11144 4438 13053 10899 8191 11432 14257 14288 11827

Last pmt/ Rev. Period 2007 2010 2008 2008 2005 2012 2006 2005 2008 2007 2009 2012 2006 2009 2012 2006 2009 2005 2009 2008 2009 2007 2012 2012 2008

ESTABLISHMENT

Continued

Business Licence#

Last pmt/ Rev. Period

14049 13909 9754 5021 11758 5321 12803 14558 9908 12995 10673 8824 8664 9987 11598 11550 2858 10941 14007 5638 12898 5242 12397 9400

2011 2011 2008 2007 2007 2009 2009 2012 2005 2012 2008 2006 2008 2011 2007 2007 2008 2006 2011 2011 2010 2005 2008 2012

11330 10319 4946 10484 9196 8060 11557 10562

2012 2007 2004 2006 2008 2009 2007 2011

12306 9684 11182

2008 2004 2006

13490 10913 8831 14688 12519 14689 10119 10120 11989 10063 10368 4102 11366 5614 6717 9050 2395 9361 10900 10758 4625 11754 11523 11522 10835 10834 12665 5451

2010 2006 2012 2012 2012 2012 2005 2008 2007 2006 2009 2007 2008 2004 2012 2012 2006 2006 2006 2008 2012 2007 2009 2007 2008 2008 2011 2010

5490 10829 5721 13299 4470

2008 2006 2007 2011 2009

11617 11633 11424 8415 11063 14357

2011 2007 2012 2005 2011 2012

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ESTABLISHMENT

Charles King Global Contracting Charles King Global Equipment Rental Services Charles L.Whittaker C & S Consruction Charles T.Taylor Charles Taylor Construction Charmaine Clarke Charmin Changes Charmaine Clarke Q-Cuts Chiomel & Bertha Green Luckie Five Christobal D. Coverley Chris's Contracting Cindy & Christopher Jarrett Tripple M/ FM Radio & TV Cindy Jarrett Zion Consultants Ciphany N. Skippings Pleasure Emporuim City Liquor Limited City Liquor Claire Nadine Higgins Spa Anani Clarence Herbert Simmons C'CLA Clemenston Astwood Clemenston Supreme Services Clemenston Astwood Mad Dog Security Services Clement Aubrey Lightbourne Fowl's Playhouse Clinton S. Robinson Triangel Wholesale Clinton T.Simmons Ram Bout Contracting Columbus Landing Limited Columbus Landing Limited Columbus Landing Luxury Condominiums Columbus Landing Luxury Condominiums Ltd. Compton & Brenda Clarke CB Business Tools Rentals & Sales Conrad Kennedy C's Contracts Conrad Kennedy Qualley's Seafood Place Conrad Kennedy Kennedy's Fish Market Consuala Williams C and L Corderro Williams C & C Contracting Country & Newtown Properties (Caribbean)Ltd. Country & Newtown Properties (Caribbean)Ltd. Courtenay Francis Raymond Barnett Barnett and Associates Craig Been C & D Contracting Curley Beatrice Been The Hair & Wig Bizzar Cynara John Elite Consultancy Limited Cyril Smith Smith's Company Dale E. Robinson Robinson Contracting Dale Piergiovanni and Blyth Malcolm DA-BLY Construction Damen Bovie Bovie Contractors Daniel Maxime Daniel's Trucking Services Daniel R. Hall Daniel Hall's Contracting Danville Daniel Sunglass Shack Darnelle Lightbourne & Daphne Farrington Kandies Fashion Dave W. Morris Morris & Sons's Brokerage & Shipping David Malcolm D & D Retail Store Deborah L.swann Ambiance(Store) Delano Smith D & J Air Conditioning & Electrical Services Della O. Musgrove Divine Creations Delma Harvey Delhar Enterprises Delroy Vincent Wilson D's Chicken Place Dennis A. Williams Super Shuttle Dennis A. Williams 7 11 Dennis A. Williams Dutchie's Business Dennis D. Williams Linda's Foot wear Dennis Robinson Dennis & Sons Derek Astwood O2 Derek Kerioka & Reginal Talbot D & R Contracting Derek Rolle Rolle Block & Concrete Deveraux Malcolm & Oswald Williams Simpli Delicious Deli Devon Alleyne Jo Dev Contracting Devon Alleyne Pit Stop Devon Rigby D and R Construction Diranso Cates & Cindy Jarrett D & C Enterprises Dizzy Donkey Limited Dizzy donkey Limited DM Technologies Ltd. DM Technologies Ltd. Domingo M.A. Skippings/ Rose Marie Williams Domingo Skipping Donna M. Brooker Coologic Dorothy Been Francis Imperial Development Dorothy Williams D & J Services Double Dutch Gas ltd. Double Dutch Gas Ltd. Double Dutch Gas ltd. Double Dutch Gas Ltd. Douglas L. Berry Christ Karab Shop Douglas L. Berry D & L Construction Dr. Linda Williams &

Business Licence#

Last pmt/ Rev. Period

9743 10548 13636 9812 13598 10416 5835 4641 13514 13456 13898 5078 12155 11200 12587 8126 10191 2004 8276 9852

2009 2007 2011 2007 2011 2006 2011 2008 2010 2012 2011 2000 2011 2007 2010 2007 2005

9982 8877 8285 13568 9533 10631 10323

2007 2012 2008 2011 2007 2008 2011

4047

2005

4660 11066 9879 12073 9358 5647

2010 2008 2005 2007 2004 2009

11718 10939 13265 13265 9894

2007 2007 2012 2007 2005

13586 14460 5226 7040

2012 2012 2009 2012

10748 8641 11437 6288 10240 9997 10398 2693 9454 14014 6447 8332

2009 2006 2007 2009 2012 2012 2007 2012 2004 2011 2009 2011

10450 10936 13859 10465 13512 9832 8275

2010 2006 2011 2006 2012 2012 2007

11528 6423 6450 11527 9229 9228 6039 11367

2007 2012 2007 2007 2005 2004 2005 2008

2003 2007

CUSTOMER NAME

ESTABLISHMENT

Business Licence#

Keshina Parker Linda's & Keshina's Beauty Parlor 9939 Dudley L .Lightbourne D & C Employment 9517 Dudley Lightbourne D & C Transportation 9478 Dwight & Derak Higgs D & D Contracting Services 9755 Dwight & Juline Higgs Windmills Snack Stand 13382 Earl Ingham & Marvin Rolle Hailey's Watersports 14345 Earle Hilton fulford E & J First Choice 11910 Earle M. Malcolm Malcolm Conslutants 9150 Eddy Selver and Herbert Been Silver and Been General Machanid Work Shop 11148 Edgar S. Clare International Car Services 9043 Edgar S. Jennings Jennings & Sons 6709 Edith M. Mesa John's Ocean View Bar 14538 Edmonde Orange E/M Orande Variety Store 12283 Edmund Alexander Rigby Rigby's Carpentry 11280 Edward & Suzie Glinton Orea Alley Variety Store 12283 Edwin James Lightbourne Trinity Learning Centre 5942 Edwin Lee Myers Easy Taxi & Tours Services 13234 Eileen B.Been Infinite Staff Resources Turks & Caicos 9951 El Sabor Dominicano El Sabor Doinicano 12928 Elaine L. Lewis E & R Fashions 6413 Elaine Louise Lewis & Romain Johannes Lewis Dulainy's Bar & Restaurant 8873 Eldon Talbot T's Contracting 9208 Eldon Talbot/Dereck Astwood/Amardo Jimenez J.E.D. Fisheries 11612 Elenor Ingham El & Daughters consulting Services 10257 Elenor Ingham Kikie 9356 Elenor Ingham Makie and Kidie 10239 Ellen Forbes Ellen's Variety Store 13829 Ellen Forbes William Contractor 10935 Ema Meneide Emma's Movie 13249 Emerson Hall Emerson Security Company(ESCO) 10837 Emerson Hall Sunshine Auto & Marine 10219 Emerson Hall Road Block Entertainment 12303 Emma C. Selver Kool Corner 6801 Emma C. Selver Quick Stop 9857 Enrique A. Dickenson Dickenson's Security Services 14162 Enrique A. Dickenson The Four E's 10069 Ensa Sojourney Wilson Lilly Braids 13436 Eric Lightbourne E and J Contracting Services 11640 Eric Skippings B's Bo 12878 Erickson E. Smith Sub Tronic Entertainment 12064 Eridnaia Rolle Ruth's Beauty Salon 9639 Ernest Clarke Clarke's Cleaning 4586 Erwin E. Jones Jones Quality contractors 14031 Esperanza Rodriquez Smith Carolin Take Away food 10393 Ethalia Louise Dean Dean Contracting 10094 Eunetttie D. Glinton E & L Beauty Salon 1481 E-Z Solutions Ltd. E-Z Solutions Ltd. 9120 Fidel Lewis Seymour Seymour's Plumbing 14614 Flexie Talbot Penny's Construction 9266 Franklyn Freites Island Beauty Salon 9412 Franklyn Freites Island Construction 5144 Franklyn S. Wilson Franklyn & Sons Construction 9753 Franklyn S. Wilson Ocean Ventur 13065 Franklyn Seymour Tropical Construction 2490 Franklyn W. Williams Blickies 10172 Franklyn W. Williams Franklyn Construction 5914 Frederick Braithwaite Braithwaite Construction 8486 Frederick Penn Penn's Contracting 4721 Gascon International Investments Ltd. White Sands Beach Resort 13752 Gascon International Investments Ltd. White Sands Beach Resort 13751 Genesia Incorporated Limited Genesia Tours 9272 George A. Worrel George Construction 10091 George Alexander Coleman Jr. J.C. Construction 12311 George Franklin Robinson Zar Island Marine 11029 George Lightbourne George Contracting 8819 George Lightbourne George Mining 12029 Georgina Ingham Gina Ingham contracting 8810 Geraldine Alleyne Digital Junkeez 9455 Geraldine Beatrice Alleyne Gerald's Construction Services 12081 Gerbrand J. Tatem Jon's Kitchen Cabinets 10224 Gertrude Williams Zap Zip & Zero Out 8239 Girley Garland Girley's Trucking Services 13262 Glenroy P. G. Gardiner Side-Line Construction 14437 Godfrey Williams G.W. Contracting 6104 Graceann Elizabeth Musgrove G. Musgrove Contracting 10582

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2009 2005 2009 2012 2011 2008 2011 2012 2011 2006 2009 2007 2009 2009 2007 2009 2007 2006 2012 2008 2010 2008 2008 2008 2007 2009 2011 2007 2010 2007 2011 2012 2011 2007 2011 2007 2007 2011 2007 2012 2008 2005 2009 2006 2012 2004 2006 2006 2004 2008 2012 2011 2011 2008 2008 2007 2012 2012 2009 2006 2007 2005 2008 2011 2012 2008 2008

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ESTABLISHMENT

Business Licence#

Last pmt/ Rev. Period

Gracita Vivianne Quelch Grand Truk Development Partners Ltd. Gregory A. Bascombe/ Kelly Astwood Gregory G. Wilson Gregory Williams GT Watersports Ltd. Guerda Phillips Guerda Phillips Guerda Phillips Guerda Phillips Gwendolyn Handfield Hardwick James Hall Harley Chapman Harolean WilliamsTaylor & Neroy N. Kennedy Helena Taylor Henry H. Higgs Herbie Ingam Herbie Ingam Hiram H. Harris Holly Forbes Hope B. Tatem Howard Glenford Freites Howard L. Robinson Humbert Prospere & Carlo Pierre Humphery H.Prospere Huntley Forbes & Glenville Forbes Huntley Forbes Hyacinth Swann IBC Express Ltd. Inga C. Brooks Irene Astwood Irene Astwood Iris Penn Iron Rock Ltd. Irvin Robinson Isabella Forbes Island Tours Ltd. Island Tours Ltd. Iveina Penn Ivy Jane Robinson Jack & Kathy Williams Jack & Kathy Williams Jack Williams/Willis Jennings James Contracting James Richard Fulford Janet & Bianca Williams Janet Jeanine Williams Jason j. Smith Jay A. Gordon Jean Odell Been Jean Pierre Charles Jeffrey Durham Jeffrey Durham Jespa Holdings Ltd. Joan Liao Qiong Joan Liao Qiong Jock Bryant Williams Joel Malcolm Missick Joel Malcolm Missick Joel Malcolm Missick John A. Garland John B. Virgil Jr. John e. Hilton John Emmanuel Green John F. Williams John Hanhell John Joel Hanchell John Joel Hanchell John Leon Godet John Leon Godet John N. Francis John R. Robinson John R. Robinson John Skippings

B & B Fashions

11192

2007

GrandTurk Vilage Marina

11558

2007

Kelz's Party Rental G & G Express Gregory Construction GT Watersports Ltd. E & G Services H & L Service(3) H & L Service H & L Service (2) G & K 's Cosmetics H.H. Contracting Services Harley & Jamal Construction

11003 12312 6778 11868 9918 10116 9915 9916 4012 9752 6759

2007 2008 2007 2012 2008 2009 2009 2009 1998 2005 2007

Fire & Ice Rum Spout J& B Candy & Variety Store Higgs Plumbing & Construction Calypso Rentas Salina Enterprises Hikie Construction H&S Retail Sales Hope Constracting Services Glenford Contracting Cross Bronx Contracting

14397 2491 4474 13783 13784 11360 12963 12261 10888 9353

2012 2011 2008 2012 2012 2008 2011 2008 2006 2005

TP Prospere's Contracting

12482 4802

2008 2000

Huntley & Sons Huntley Plumbing, Sales & General Construction Khouri Contracting IBC Express Ltd. IB Brokerage Astwood's Store Mini Contracts Iris Construction Big Daddy's Beach Shack Porky's Garage Bell's Food Store Salt House Café The Guana Tamia, Brente's Contracting Darrille Construction Four Corner Agency Four Corner Construction WAJ Fishing Company Ltd. James Contracting Donnie's Place Munchkins Bakery BonAppetit Jason & Sons J & G Remodeling Tripple J Taxi & Tours Variety Store Durham's Contracting Jerries Barber Shop Jespa Holdings Ltd. Captain Zheng Joan Deli Blueprint construction Chat N Chill Deck Joel's T-Shirt and Souvenirs Joey's Enterprises J & A Construction & Janitorial Services Big Mum Eden Adventures Ltd. Building Design Building Tech Conchman's Take Out JJ Tire Repair Jo's Contracting Carib Construction Company Grand Turk Building Supply John Enterprise Jr's Construction Robinson Foods Atlantic View House B& B

8955

2011

6480 11559 8145 14675 6488 8827 8532 12062 2836 14584 12974 12975 10885 10822 5271 9095 12601 6736 8404 14625 14713 7059 8229 11213 9619 11213 6232 13577 10814 13081 10902 11569 10199 9808

2012 2007 2010 2012 2006 2008 2008 2008 2011 2012 2012 2011 2006 2007 2012 2009 2008 2011 2009 2012 2012 2005 2009 2012 2006 2004 2011 2011 2010 2010 2012 2007 2008 2007

2662 12645 14041 5663 9660 9206 12589 11945 10139 12256 9998 5261 6117 13328

2012 2012 2011 2004 2005 2012 2008 2012 2012 2009 2007 2004 2011 2010

Continued

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ESTABLISHMENT

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John Skippings Jose Domingo Mora Jose Domingo Mora Joseph Alexander Garland Joseph Alexander Garland Joseph Jackie Williams Joseph Missick Joseph Nathaniel Walkin Joseph Pierre Joseph S. Ernest Joseph Toussaint Josephine C. James Josephine Landy Josephine W. Robinson Juan A.Ariza Judith Forbes Juliet Arthur Junior Ceide Kareem L. Williams Kathy Harvey Kathy Harvey Kazmeane L. Simmons Keith S. robinson Kellison M. Talbot Kelma Hamilton Kendle Berdette Williams Kendle Berdette Williams Kendle Berdette Williams Kenneth I.D. Malcolm Kenneth Prospere Kenneth Prospere Kenneth Prospere Kenway Clarke/James Palmer/Corderro Williams Kermitt Williams Ketia Malcolm Kevin A.Saunders Kevin A.Saunders Kevin Ingham Kevin K. McCartney Kevin Nathan Kevin Saunders & Clifton Harvey Khemisha R. Hall Khyron K.Simmons King Hedley Kirk Talbot Kirkley Norman Parker Kirkley Norman Parker Kirkley Norman Parker Kirkley Norman Parker Kiyon Kamal Doughty Kofi McCartney Kremo J. Lightbourne Kristian Avery Williams Kuthlyn Spencer Kwame O.Smith L. J Construction Landmark Realty Ltd. Latharis A. Harvey Latoya Williams Laureen Williams Laurine Williams Lawarence Harvey Lea Astwood Leaser E. Jones Lemano L. Malcolm Lena Warren Lerano Missick Leroy Carter Leroy Curtis C. Kelly Leroy Dunbar Leshem H. Fulford Leshun Missick Leslie Francis Leslie Francis Leslie Francis Leslie M. Williams Leslie Raymond blackburn Leslie Raymond blackburn

Skippy's Hair Salon & Massage Mora Contracting TCI Liquors Store JKLM Painters Jus Kuz of Luz Williams Paining Company ISS & AL Apt Complex Joe's Store Joseph Pierre Construction Vesi's Contracting Services Joseph 's Trucking Services Phiney's Contracting J&L Tyranelle's Construction J.A. Electrical Sales & Services Ms. Niquey's Variety Place Da Grill Ceide Dry Good Store Williams Designs and Consultancy K & D Construction Company Bonafide Consultancy Agency Kadmeane Contracting K & H Cleaning Kell Construction School Zone Brick Court Buildiers Budgens, Q-sea Legalease JBC Burger Castle Hill Top Bar & Restaurant kenneth tailoring Shop & Frabic

12620 6807 10042 11405 11599 4748 12070 9648 8343 11905 13263 10068 7074 8444 5609 12647 13061 11757 10206 10863 10559 11717 8211 10744 13999 9870 8738 10365 12259 13437 13661 2706

2009 2007 2007 2008 2008 2007 2011 2007 2010 2008 2012 2008 2008 2007 2011 2010 2010 2010 2005 2006 2006 2007 2004 2006 2012 2007 2007 2007 2008 2010 2012 2012

K.P.C. Contracting Devonte Contracting K.Five Charly Souvenirs KAS Construction Ingham's Construction K & K Painting & Cleaning Services K & R Contracting

9453 9176 11001 13984 9087 6581 11370 11636

2005 2007 2012 2011 2008 2005 2007 2007

Saunders/Harvey Sophisticated Glam Happy Jack contracting Salina Houses Kirk's Contracting Service Adrian Meat Market Black's Production Black's Contracting Quality Car Rental KD's Services McCartney's Business K.J. construction All Trades Services K.I.T. Services Smith, Smith, Barristers and Attorneys L.J. Construction Landmark Realty Ltd. Lazyman Construction 3 L's Contracting Will Co Tropical Breeze Harvey's Contracting & Maintenance Palm Grove Security Services Brielle & Brinei's Cosmetics Plus Turks Repairing Company Spa Turkoise Vonkeem Contracting Leeirra's Enterprise K And F Fishing GT Fusion Restaurant Abawana Contractors Haille Les Beauty Palor R. L. Contracting The Brei Fashion Sunshine Variety BlackBurn Enterprise Espresso Café

12072 14394 12310 8596 10140 14209 11630 8817 10376 12367 8149 10028 11358 10145 10467 6689 6421 11572 11867 6174 12964 9995 9680 9089 9318 14319 14021 10815 11365 13508 14030 6840 8258 5608 13229 2305 10646 11126

2010 2012 2008 2008 2005 2011 2007 2005 2006 2008 2004 2005 2008 2007 2012 2012 2008 2008 2007 2008 2012 2006 2009 2005 2005 2012 2011 2009 2009 2010 2011 2004 2007 2007 2009 2012 2007 2006

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Business Licence Notice CUSTOMER NAME

ESTABLISHMENT

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CUSTOMER NAME

Lester Robert Butterfield Lewis Ingham Lillian James Lillian Pinky Swann Linda Lightbourne Lindsay (Ray) Ingham Lionel Barranco & Jaala Kennedy LlewlynE. Williams Lloydel Roynett Swann Lorna James Louis Services Ltd. Lucien M. Hall Lucy Helena Brooker Lucy Helena Brooker Lunevie Pierre Lydia Alicia Prospere Macdonald N. Williams Maceda Farnacio & Co. Maglyn Ianthe Robinson Mandella M.B. Harvey Marciano Williams Marco A. Skippings Margaret Lucille Fulford Margret Skippings Margret Skippings Margret Skippings Marguerite St. Victor Marie Angela Caprn Marie J. Joinville-Simlett Marie Mimose Prospere Mario S. Smith Mario Smith & Paul Dickenson Marion Williams Marjory Williams Hector Marlies Wandres Marlies Wandres Marlies Wandres Marlon Malcolm Marlon Malcolm MarlonS. Carey Marva & Frantzcy Jolibois Marvin Simmons Mary ann Dempsy & Liao Qiong Mary Penn Mary R. Francis Masie Lightbourne Maureen Williams Maurice A. Skippings Mauvette Charles Maxwell L. Robinson Maxwell Simmons Melvin C. Scott Harvey Menelik Astwood Meoshi Smith Mercedes B. Francis Merlyn C. Freities Michael & Brenda Williams Michael A. Simmons Michael Basden/ Michelle Gardiner Michael Basden/ Michelle Gardiner Michael Louis Desrosiers Michelle Fulford Mildred & Louis Toussaint Milestone Balloon & Event Management Ltd. Milton Smith MJM Construction Ltd. Monica Jolly Monique J. Barthel Monique R.Virgil-Lightbourne Moralus E. victor Morris Glinton Myrtle Gardiner Myrtle Mills Myrtle Mills Myrtle Mills

Butterfield Company ock Construction T & T Sophisticated Touched Beauty Salon P& L Contractor Services MidWay Bar Ray's Contracts & Services

10884 10606

2006 2008

12355 11525 8061 11290

2009 2008 2005 2008

Luxury Footwear EW Fisheries Roynett's Construction T & T Variety Shop Louise Services Ltd. L.Hall Construction Island House (2) GT Auto Rental Lunevie Boutique The Barranco Co. McDonald Construction Maceda Franacio & Co. I's Construction M & M Shopping Centre Island Justice Contracting ASA's Contracting S & M Contracting C & S Enterprises Fabulos Tailoring Sweet Savor Restaurant Marguerite St. Victor Store Victory Pest Control Products God Bless Variety Store Mimose Fashion Elite Transport Elite Tours M & L Construction Roxy's Mini Boutique Island Creation Seabreeze Café Seabreeze Guest House Bagin' Cuts Serenity Day Spa and Saloon Carey's Construction Universal Photo Studio Plus Marvin Simmons And Sons

13506 14635 9817 13519 9576 8802 9776 5495 2502 10715 10008 13682 9996 11635 12513 9335 10564 13619 6687 9119 6896 7084 14425 5767 10565 10384 7022 5074 8842 10757 8862 9346 9969 8825 12904 12829

2010 2012 2005 2011 2007 2003 2012 2012 2005 2008 2007 2010 2007 2011 2008 2007 2008 2011 2004 2005 2010 2001 2012 1999 2007 2006 2007 2001 2006 2006 2006 2010 2011 2003 2010 2009

Ann's Shop Mary's Contracts Rosemary's Contracting Mazie's Petty Contracting Innovative Services Y & M Tourist Store Maranatha Shop Miramar Gifts MP Construction Premium Construction Majestic Beauties D's African Movie Store Contracting Mercedes Francis M & L Construction The Atrium M.A.S. Contracting

13082 8815 9782 9154 4846 12786 8481 10743 6892 11127 8568 14674 9320 13633 10320 9101

2010 2008 2004 2007 2002 2011 2005 2008 2001 2006 2004 2012 2010 2008 2004 2009

Nadene M. Harvey Pleasures 9991 Nadrada Williams & Dorce H. Occius N & D Construction 11207 Nadrino Simmons Nadrino Cosy Corner 13350 Najah Y. Karioka Najah Construction 10030 Nancy Hamilton Alma's Enterprise 11194 Nate E. Lightbourne Island Goods 13687 Nerissa Lewis The Grand Design 9301 Neville Adams Building Contracting Services 9872 Neville E. Kennedy N & J fencing & Painting 9341 New Testament Church of God (Spanish) New Testament church of God (Spanish) 13476 New Wave Watersports Limited New Wave Watersports storage 11648 Newman Zender Moore M & M Services 11959 Noemi Butterfield Noemi's Café 7065 Noiva Williams Ol Mar Ol Par Contracting 11183 Norma Seymour S N S Cleaning Services 13902 Norman Parker Parker & Sons Contracting 4753 norman Parker The Water Boots Club 6711 Norman Parker Parker 's Retail Store 5644 Norman R. Parker & Sarepta Durand Parker Norman & Sarepta Dry Goods 14224 O & M Training Associates Ltd. O & M Training Associates Ltd. 8342 Oliver Llewelyn Lightbourne Ollie's Kitchen on Wheels 14173 Orange Moise Moise Trucking 6568 Oscar L. Carter Steed Business 9338 Oswald O.Skippings Smacklicious Café 13576 Oswald Williams Caribbean Environmental Design Associates 4722 Othella Missick Island Watesport & Gifts 10300 Otis Chuck Morris Jani Fashion 13901 Pamela Sue Willdrot Sea Visions Massage 8139 Papi Chu's Ltd. Papi Chu's Ltd 10016 Papi Chu's Ltd. Papi Chu's Ltd 10150 Patricia Dunbar(Clarke) Dunbar's Patty Contracting 10395 Patrick J. Outten & Derek R. Outten Outten Construction Co. 12313 Patrick James Outten Outten's Car Rental 10327 Patrick James Outten Patrick's Store 10328 Patsy Lee Jennings Dream Spa & Salon 12147 Paula Stewart D' Monique's Crafts 9867 Paula Stewart The Pirate's Treasure Chest 11903 perry Missick Mariah's Business Enterprise 13066 Peter O. Lightbourne Lightbourne's Service 10070 Peter Quelch Maria's Salon 8793 Phillip Smith Phillip Shopping Center 8133 Prad Equipment Rental Ltd. Prad 8662 Prad Equipment Rental Ltd. Prad Fun Yard 8936 Precious Little Jewels Company Ltd. Water By US(2) 13570 Priscilla E. Williams Priscilla's Enterprises 9780 Protective Systems & Surveillance Ltd. Protective Systems 9854 Q-Eagles Pure Water Ltd Q-Eagles Pure Water Ltd. 12518 Quinton R. Thomas Q & D Construction 9993 Randy Kwame Been Randy's Contracting 12075 Raphael G. Watkins Herge Publishing Company 8552 Rashawn Astwood Richies Buildings 6879 Regal Oil & Gas (TCI) ltd. Regal Oil & Gas (TCI) Ltd. 8100 Reita B. Basden Hair we are Nails, Beauty & Barber 8504 Rendy D. Jennings & Lamore Hewie Coffee and Craft 13470 Reuben H. & Melverne D. Hall Caribbean Crafts 14018 Reuben Kaz hall (Jr.) Major Sounds 8436 Rex & Rackuya Swann Cool Beans 11397 Ricardo J. James James' Mobile Carwash 14735 Richard A. Gibbs Eco-Life 12279 Richard N. Missick Hi Teck Auto Service Center 14660 Robert Alexander Dickenson Alex Painting 4741 Robert Daren Lightbourne Get on Board Water Sports 14254 Robert Hall Bob's Minor Works 6610 Robert Hall Conch & Tings 10143 Robert Hall Hall's Taxi & Tours 11403 Robert N. Forbes Sunshine Carriage Tours 12867 Robert N. Forbes Sunshine Taxi & Tours 13309 Robert S. Hall & Maria E. Hall The Grand Turk Hair & Nail Center 11986 Robert S. Hall & Maria E. Hall Three Sisters Seven Eleven 11985 Robert Williams D & R sales & Services 9489 Robert Williams Sponger 9829 Roger Harvey Rog's Tire Shop 12617

No Limits Fitness & Nutritional Center 8465

2004

Slim's Taxi & Bus Services Black & White Publishing No Limits Fitness R & L Sewing Center

11123 11984 5719 9678

2006 2010 2006 2005

Milestones MCCoy Contractor MJM Construction Ltd. K & M Sales M & M's Lightbourne's School Supplies Victor's Trucking Eagle's Wings Travel Agency Miracle Mirrors Beaty Salon Froots Jingles Gift & Souvenir Mills Auctioning Services

12200 5140 9292 6000 11710 13515 13298 13601 8019 12378 9984 13084

2008 2004 2007 2010 2007 2010 2010 2010 2002 2012 2012 2009

ESTABLISHMENT

Business Licence#

Continued Last pmt/ Rev. Period 2005 2007 2012 2006 2008 2012 2006 2005 2005 2010 2008 2008 2002 2008 2011 2012 2012 2005 2011 2002 2012 2004 2007 2010 2012 2005 2012 2003 2005 2005 2007 2008 2006 2008 2010 2009 2007 2009 2005 2005 2002 2010 2007 2010 2008 2006 2010 2005 2007 2004 2007 2001 2004 2011 2012 2004 2011 2012 2008 2012 2012 2012 2007 2005 2012 2009 2012 2007 2007 2007 2009 2012

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Roger Harvey TCI Buzz Rohan Parker Kirktrel Construction Rohan Parker Rohan Snack Place Rolle Building & Design Limited Rolle Building and Design Rolle Construction Ltd. Rolle Construction Lttd. Roman C. Williams Skeet's Contracting Ronego A. Missick Ron's Contracting Rotary (International) Limited Rotary (International) Ltd. Roy H. Robinson R. Contracting Royal S. Robinson Turks & Caicos Games Ruby Ashby Ruby's Contracting Rudolph & Lucerne Francis Island Jerk & Bar Ruth Ariza IMA Ruthann Missick Neville's Tiresoles & Auto Parts ltd. Ryan o. Smith Smart Business Solutions S & C Services Ltd. S & C Services Ltd. Sabrina Moyce Williams Tiger Lilly Salomon Nigel C. Garland Salolon's Mines Samuel Alexander Carter S and J Petty Contracting Samuel Alexander Carter S.N.J Samuel George Missick Handi Store Samuel George Missick Samuel Missick Contruction Samuel Roberts & Daylon Joseph S & D Auto Rental & Sales Sarah Haven S & I Contracting Sarah Missick John Missick's Bar Sarah Missick sarah's Klst's Contractors Sarah Wilson Sarah's Construction seacair Ltd. Seacair Ltd. Seamus Day The Water's Edge Selvin M. Gardiner J's Trucking Selvin M. Gardiner Sels Construction Serinity Spa Limited Serenity Spa Shalin's Boutique Shalin's Boutique Shamika E. Willimas Shamika Business Shancy Pierre & Joachim Islande Photogenisis Shantell Carter V & S Company Sheldon E. Wilson Island Treasure Shelton B. Ingham Sheriff N & N Sherman L. Missick SAP' Fish Fry Sherri Ann DaSilva Z &E Enterprises Shirley Cox/Marlon Malcolm Armirillo Shiva TCI LTd. Gold Smith Shyvonne Ernest & Sarah Misick Johnnie's Rehab Sigrid Caroline Lightbourne Miss K's Services Simeon Forbes & Walter Simons International Painting Company Simeon Hamilton H & H Construction Snika Williams S & G Services Solar Salt Turks and Caicos Ltd. Solar Salt Turks & Caicos Ltd. Sonya Ariza-Callender Smartco Energy Solutions Soreka Brown Reka's Contracting Soreka Brown and Brenda Williams Adam and Eve Clothing Store Spirit Airlines Inc. Spirit Airlines Inc. Spotlight Communications Ltd. Spotlight Communications Ltd. Stanley A. Arthur Arthur Staney Construction Stanley A. Astwood JD Construction Stanley carter Coot & C Contracting Stanley Dennis Been Been's Welding services Stanley Eustace Williams Imperial Agency Services Stanley R. Astwood Astwood Contractors Steve C. Saunders Steve's Building Service Sugar Ray Alexander Smith Rays Sunilda Aracena Leidy's Beauty Salon Sunilda Aracena Suni's Boutique Susan Todd Cook's Construction Sydney Garland Adonay Sylvester R. Barton S & R Joinery And Construction Sylvia Been D & S Services T & C Environmental Services Ltd. T & C Environmental Services Ltd. T & P 's Enterprises Ltd. T & P's Enterprise Ltd. T & P 's Enterprises Ltd. T &P's Enterprise Ltd T Jay Been Platinum Rent A Car T Jay Been T &T Construction Tamurii D. Lightbourne TL Construction Tanya D. Williams Matrix Printing

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14039 10938 11631 9696 14042 11362 11647 12201 9992 10221 10046 14256 14498 2393 14266 5236 8427 9000 10620 10851 12258 10010

2011 2007 2007 2006 2012 2007 2007 2011 2005 2006 2008 2012 2012 2008 2012 2012 2011 2004 2008 2007 2009 2005

10570 9360 13621 6100 9477 2221 6387 13295 12804 6254 6876 11494

2007 2009 2010 2007 2007 2011 2008 2010 2009 2007 2009 2007

12785 10886 10205 13130 8362 11422 9978 10461

2009 2007 2005 2009 2012 2008 2008 2008

11139 10007

2006 2005

4696 13998 10060

2008 2012 2005

8844 13854 11887

2006 2010 2007

10608 10137 13757 6365 9323 11361 9866 9411 9994 11484 9810 11054 11000 11373 14136 10686 12787

2011 2008 2012 2007 2005 2007 2005 2012 2006 2007 2007 2009 2009 2007 2012 2006 2011

5440 12390 12353 8900 8369 10043 9428

2006 2011 2008 2004 2007 2006 2005

Tanya D. Williams Universal Agents Tanya Williams -Taylor Fun in the sun Tours Tanya Williams -Taylor Tropical Builders & Trucking Taran Jamico Handfield T.J. Contracting Taurain James Fisherman's Paradise Taurain James Superior Builders Teddye Gardiner G Q Kars Teka S. Lightbourne TJ Consultancy Services Terrance Rodgers & John Mysyk G.T. Rentals Terry Smith Property Development Services Thelma Swann/ Glenville Forbes T & G contracting Thelma Swann/ Glenville Forbes T&B's Soul Food Thelma Van Alstine Van Alstine enterprises Thomas M. Williams Williams Grocery Store Thomas Malcolm Malcolm's Cleaning Services Thomas Parker Trina's Enterprise Tianna Dami Williams Serendipity Makeup Timothy Skippings On Time Contracting Torell Garland Cris Stop N' Shop Tracey H.H. Prospere Jim Bar Tracey H.H. Prospere Quick Construction Tracey H.H. Prospere TV now Tracey I. Parker Native Spot Trent Dickenson & Sharif Parhm Monopoly Entertainment Treva C. Forbes 3 T's Construction Trevor A. Williams Tropical Caribbean Products Trevor R. Misick Scrap Metal Movers Trevor R. Misick TCI Quality Contracting Services Trevor R. Misick TCI Quality Tour Services Trevor T. Williams Best Services Trevor Watkins Sunset coffee Shop Trevor Watkins Watkins Construction Troy B. Williams Williams constraction Tuere Been Intricate-Design & DĂŠcor Turcai Recruitment Services Ltd. Turcai Recruitment Services Ltd. Turks & Caicos Safari Company Ltd. Turks & Caicos Safari Company Ltd. Turks & Caicos Utilities Ltd. Turks & Caicos Utilities Ltd Turks Head Company Ltd. Turks Head Inn Tynisha Lightbourne Four L's Tyrone Roberts Tyrone's Speedy Cleaning Ulrich & Helena Williams Williams Groceries & Dry Goods Valarie Hawkins Val's Taxi Services Vanessa D. Forbes L & J World Velma Alecia Smith LVB Variety Store Velma Virgil Marina View Ventura Limited Ventura Construction Company Vernon H. Smith Quick Fix & Co Vernon O. Malcolm V & G Contracting Services Veronica Penn/Venessa Carter V & V Construction Veronica Williams Williams Sundry Voneric A. Forbes Skank's Do it All Walter Thomas Garland Quality Ecpectations Wayne Walter Williams Wayne & sons Construction Wealthy Hall Hall's Groceries & Variety Store Wealthy Hall Mothers Restaurant Wealthy Hall W.M. contracors wealthy Saunders Fabulous Cuts Weston E.Bovell Business Intelligence Weston University School Of Medicine Weston University School of Medicine Wilbur Lofton Thomas Island Style Rental William & Sharilyn James Shacoya's William A. Fulford DCMS Consultants William B. Williams B.B. Constructon William Dickenson Dickenson Taxi William E. brooks AIMAJ William Fulford Cole Construction William G. Mills W & M Construction William J. John Subtronic Sound Reinforcement William Jones Quality Water William McDonald Ingham Mack Construction Company Willis Williams King Corner Store Yahweh' Lil Xtras Co. Ltd Yahweh' Lil Xtras Co. Ltd Yahweh' Lil Xtras Co. Ltd Yahweh' Lil Xtras Co. Ltd Zoom Soon Rentals Ltd. Zoom Zoom Rentals Ltd.

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11988 10693 10692 10567 8205 9462 10830 12228

2007 2011 2010 2007 2012 2005 2006 2008

10171 12903

2008 2012

9740

2009

8564 9359 12269 10086 8226 13326 11888 11329 13455 11769 12707 12652

2005 2008 2010 2005 2008 2010 2007 2008 2010 2010 2009 2010

14125 8445 14657 14665 14610 14588 11485 9537 10563 11638 11333

2011 2007 2012 2012 2012 2012 2007 2008 2008 2007 2012

10223

2005

4766 13405 8224 11490 5713 3066 10648 11287 14424 5573 11761 9715 10033 9151 9362 12035 11567 6799 10117 6452 9308 9491 14267

2007 2012 2010 2007 2007 2011 2012 2008 2012 2010 2007 2007 2007 2004 2007 2007 2008 2010 2008 2007 2007 2011 2012

5871 12270 5673 10833 9197 11064 11065 8638 10440 12150 5110 10882 6880 12077 12078 14609

2009 2008 2012 2006 2004 2006 2007 2004 2008 2012 2010 2008 2012 2010 2010 2012

CARIBBEAN NURSERY & LANDSCAPING

OCEAN VIBES SCUBA & WATERSPORTS LTD.

Is looking for a

is seeking to employ an

DOMESTIC

WORKER Wanted

Applicant must be honest, reliable, hardworking also must be fluent in English, French salary $5.00 per. hour

Contact: Carlton Williams 241-0918 8986

OPEN WATER SCUBA DIVING INSTRUCTOR ;Must ; be a PADI Certified open water scuba diving instructor ;Must ; be able to teach all levels of scuba diving ;Must ; be prepared to work weekends and holidays ;Salary ; $90.00 per day

Please send resume to: oceanvibes@ tciway.tc or 649-941-8605

8949

Domestic Worker, Labourer Salary starts at $5.00 per hour. Applicant will be required to work some weekends.

Isaac Selver - Quick Step Shoe Repair Five Cays Road, Providenciales Telephone: 941-4800/946-4990

Labourer

Salary starts at $5.00 per hour. Applicant will be required to work weekends.

8967

GOVERNMENT VACANCY

6 days per week. Salary negotiable

8965

Contact: 344-4360

contact: 941-3377

8984

Chalk Sound, Providenciales Telephone: 231-3739/231-6148

the largest readership in the turks & caicos

3 Barmaids 2 Domestic Workers 3 Cashiers Must be willing to work

per week salary $5.50 per hour.

contact: 231-6667

LESLIE WATTS

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Is looking for the following persons:

NEEDED To work 6 days

Gardener To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

JOSEPH WATKINS

LABOURER

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August 10 - 16, 2013

Customer Service Coordinator Ministry of Border Control and Labour MINISTRY: Ministry of Border Control and Labour LOCATION: Providenciales

JOB SUMMARY:

• The incumbent in this position will provide reliable and efficient customer service support to the Turks and Caicos Islands business environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Chief Executive Officer Job Responsibilities

• Management of the completion and opening of a major luxury resort development in West Caicos, including all necessary infrastructure. • Manage all areas of the business including construction, marketing, finance, and operations.

Qualifications Required

• Recent experience of successfully developing and opening a major luxury resort development in the Caribbean including 5 or 6 star hotel, land and water based amenities, luxury spa, condominiums, individual villa residences and associated infrastructure. • More than 20 years’ experience in the successful development of luxury hotels, resorts and associated leisure amenities • At least 10 years of experience in a Chief Executive or similar leadership role in such projects • Have had direct responsibility for all aspects of such developments including design, construction, sales, marketing and operations. • Masters level education in a relevant discipline.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management/Administration, Public Relations or related fields. • At least three (3) years’ experience in a managerial level. SALARY: T28 – 33 ($31,680 - $35,880) per annum • Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters • of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police • Certificate and a copy of the Passport Photo page. • Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being Customer Service Coordinator. Applications sent by post or brought by hand should have the subject: Customer Service Coordinator Clearly marked on the envelopes. • Successful applicants will work in accordance with the Public Service Ordinance.

This position is immediately available. Salary for this position depends on qualifications and experience. All applicants will be reviewed; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Applications must be submitted by email or fax by August 26th 2013 to: Apex Development Ltd. (Attention: Manager) PO Box 582, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: Administration@apexdevelopment.com Fax: 649-941-3395

• Reviews the processes and procedures for all the Ministry’s products and services and develops systems to ensure consistency with customer expectations. • Assists with the implementation of a management information database and filing system. • Assists with the development of the Ministry’s website and updates information in a timely manner. • Produces monthly statistical reports on the activities of the One Stop Shop for submission to the Ministry of Border Control and Labour Executive Board. • Provides regular training activities for all staff members assigned to the One Stop Shop. • Produces written staff and public guidance on the requirements for services and products, work processes and procedures, where relevant • Develops a Customer Service Charter and complaints procedures and introduces mechanisms to acquire and monitor customer feedback. • Other related tasks as assigned.

Qualified Belongers will be given first consideration. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 20th August 2013 8988

GILBERT AQUINO

TURKS AND CAICOS TOURIST BOARD

Requires a

Domestic Worker

Immediate Opening For Executive Administrative Assistant

• Position available for a live-in-domestic worker to care for three children with additional housekeeping duties • Individuals must contribute to the provision of a quality service by maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the home and contributing to various domestic task, including preparation of meals • Individuals must have excellent, verifiable references • Must be available to work holidays and weekends • Must be able to drive • Must be able to speak English • Previous experience as a live-in domestic worker required

A rewarding career opportunity awaits you in the Country’s most important sector? Do you have outstanding communication, organization and administrative skills? Are you highly motivated and self-directed? The Turks & Caicos Tourist Board has an exciting opportunity for the ideal candidate. Reporting to the Director of Tourism, the successful candidate will coordinate: • • • •

August 10 - 16, 2013

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Email resume to: angela@tciway.tc

Technical and Administrative Duties Human Resource Administration Office Administration Employee Relations

8931

Ricardo Fulford Consultant Services On behalf of his clients: TCI Waste Disposal

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Is seeking employment for the following:

;;Support the Director of Tourism with report writing, research, presentations and speeches; liaise with relevant tourism and tourism-related entities; participate in Tourist Board activities and projects. ;;Perform administrative functions to include typing/word processing, filing, coordinating and answering mail/correspondence, taking and distributing meeting minutes, managing travel arrangements. ;;Facilitate HR planning, recruitment, selection, placement and termination in collaboration with the HR Committee of the Board of Tourism. ;;Coordinate employee relations activities; communicate with staff; address employee concerns, facilitate performance management, prepare employment/separation documents, liaise with Labour and Immigration Departments. ;;Supervise and coordinate all front office activities including reception, purchasing, facilities management and maintenance, office services, and meeting planning/preparation. ;;Support Accounts Department ;;Supervise assigned staff and delegate duties as appropriate

1) Waste Collector

Salary is negotiable with employer. Interested candidate may contact Employer at 431-7889 for further details regarding employment.

Ricardo Fulford Contracting Is seeking employment for the following:

1) Green Keeper

Salary is negotiable with employer. Interested candidate may apply through ricardofulford@gmail.com for further details regarding employment.

Alexandra Fashion

Is seeking employment for the following:

1) Labourer

Salary is $6.00 per hour. Interested candidate may contact 342-5776 for further details regarding employment.

Dolmen Construction

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Is seeking employment for the following:

1) Skill Labourer

;;Bachelor’s Degree in Tourism, Hospitality Studies, Business Management or related discipline from an accredited university ;;3 years’ work experience, with at least one year of proven supervisory ability or minimum 5 years’ work experience at a senior level in a tourism or other business environment ;;Professional demeanor with excellent social and interpersonal skills; ability to engage at executive and senior management levels locally, regionally and internationally ;;Working knowledge of TCI Labour and Employment Laws ;;Able to maintain confidentiality; communicate sensitive information to management and employees, as required ;;Excellent typing skills with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Working knowledge of QuickBooks ;;Ability to act as recording secretary for management/staff meetings ;;Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and organizational skills; strong attention to detail ;;Good health and high energy level

Salary is negotiable with employer. Interested candidate may apply through ricardofulford@gmail.com for further details regarding employment.

Interior Design

8970

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Position Available Immediately

Requirements • Applicant must have a minimum of 5 years experience in the Interior Design field • Ability to manage multiple projects on a deadline schedule • Must possess strong leadership, organizational and communication skills. • Be proficient with Auto Cad, Excel, Word, Quick Books and Photoshop • Have experience and knowledge in the recruitment of prospective clients and projects • Must be prepared to supervise the container offload and install of client furnishings • Must be prepared to work some holidays, weekends and nights as required • Applicant must own a vehicle and carry a valid Turks and Caicos Drivers License. • Salary (U.S.$1,500.00 per month plus commission).

SALARY

The salary scale for this position is $30,000 to $36,000 per annum. Starting salary is commensurate with qualifications, and experience. For consideration, please submit the following documents to kbeentci@gmail. com addressed to The Chairman, Turks and Caicos Islands, Front Street, Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands: ;;Covering Letter ;;Current Resume ;;Two (2) Reference Letters from previous employers ;;Current Police Record ;;Resident Status Only persons shortlisted for an interview will be contacted in this regard.

Resumes and Photo’s of Applicants work and three references can be sent to:

CLOSING DATE: AUGUST 31, 2013 8953

Faye Ellingson of Design Studio E-mail address: faye@designstudio.tc

8944

August 10 - 16, 2013 A & W WHOLESALE GROCERIES Is looking for a

MACKEY’S CAFÉ

GORDON’S ELECTRIC dba PROVO ELECTRIC

Is looking for a

Waitress

Electrical Engineer HOLE IN THE WALL

Cook

To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 232-3487 or 242-7417

8928

To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

SUNSHINE EQUIPMENT

Equipment Operator Supervisor Salary must commensurate with qualification. Resume can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labour Department, Providenciales as soon as possible

PRITON DEVELOPMENT LTD.

8930

Labourer

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contact: 941-4440 8947

NEW STYLE BARBER SHOP Is looking for a

Nail

Technician To work 6 days per week $200 per week Belongers preferred.

contact: 346-3918

8945

LABOURER

SEEKS

(2)Air Condition Specialists (2)Carpenters (2) Mechanics • Must have at least 3 years experience and be able to work with little supervision. Salary start at $6.00 an hour and is based on experience. • Deadline for applications is August 14th 2013. • Priton Development Ltd. also seeks an Inventory Controller, Must have at least 5 years experience. Must have good knowledge of construction. • Must be able to work on holidays, must be able and willing to lead a large construction team. • Salary is based on experience

General Labour • Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working. • Must be self motivated and able to understand, read, write and speak English fluently. Send inquiries to:

Norstar Group Ltd P.O Box 532, Suite 2C, Courtyard Plaza Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Telephone: 649 941-3600

Interested persons should be dependable and send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034. C/o Alliance Realty Ltd. 8941

CARIBBEAN MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED

8939

DUNCANSON & CO.

CORPORATE ADMINISTRATOR

Caribbean Management Services Limited is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Corporate Administrator.

Key responsibilities include: • Liaising with clients • Incorporation of corporate entities • Post-incorporation activities • Implementing KYC requirements • Effectively communicating with the Financial Services Commission

Barristers & Attorneys

PUBLIC NOTICE DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys are pleased to announce the re-opening of our Leeward Highway Office for ongoing legal services to the public. We are located in our own building across the street from the Supreme Court complex, next door to the offices of TC Weekly News and between that and the St. Monica's Anglican Church. We specialize in: • Civil Litigation (Particular competencies: Judicial Review and other claims against TCI Government/Departments, Mareva and other Injunctions, Land, Trust & Bank disputes) • Property Matters, Planning Department & Development Issues • Business Law • Immigration

The successful candidate will have at a minimum a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a business-related field and have at least five years corporate management experience with a corporate management firm. An additional professional qualification (such as STEP) would be an asset. The candidate must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks accounting software and have strong analytical and organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. Salary will be dependent upon skills and experience.

Telephone: (649) 941-4444 Telefax: (649) 941-4235 Cellphone: (649) 245-1314 email: berynd@yahoo.com

Applicants should send their details and résumés to the Managing Director at

DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

cms@misickstanbrook.tc or by fax to 941-8362

PO Box 52, Cheshire House East 1315A Leeward Highway, Providenciales

Closing date: 12th August 2013 8941

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CACTUS BAR & GRILL Is looking for a

Deputy Secretary MINISTRY: Ministry of Finance LOCATION: Grand Turk. Incumbent would be expected to work in Providenciales at least twice per week JOB SUMMARY: The role of Deputy Secretary is a significant leadership appointment with wideranging responsibility for the policies and the delivery of services within their area of responsibility. The incumbent will work along with the Permanent Secretary in managing the assigned ministry. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: ;;Ensures proper governance and accountability for public funds. ;;Assists the Permanent Secretary with annual budgeting processes. ;;Works with the Minister to develop the policies and priorities of the ministry. ;;Manages service delivery and programs throughout the ministry and evaluates for cost-effectiveness and efficiency. ;;Ensures that the staff operates within the framework of TCI law, TCI Government financial procedures, Public Service Ordinance, Employee Handbook and Codes of Conduct. ;;Contributes effectively to the Ministry’s Board so that there can be proactive initiatives in order to effectively and collaboratively meet critical government priorities. ;;Assists the Permanent Secretary with the management of the human resources in response to current and future strategic objectives. ;;Contributes to the development of a High-Performance Work Culture within the ministry. ;;Works with the Permanent Secretary to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. ;;Builds credible stakeholder relationships internally and externally, inclusive of other Government Ministers and other sectors. ;;Represents the Permanent Secretary at meetings or when the need arises. COMPETENCIES: ;;Must be able to assist with strategic planning for the organization. ;;Must be able to demonstrate excellent leadership skills. ;;Be able to think analytically and develop policy and solutions in a complex context. ;;Excellent communication skills. ;;Uses initiative and problem-solving skills. ;;Success in developing talent and building organizational capacity. ;;Familiar with financial administration and accounting procedures. ;;Awareness of Government operations and Ordinances. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: ;;A Bachelor’s Degree in an Accounting, Finance or related field. ;;A Master’s Degree in a related field would be an asset. ;;At least seven (7) years’ experience working in a senior managerial role. SALARY: $68,000 per annum. APPLICATION PROCEDURE ;;Resumes with current contact information must accompany the attached Deputy Secretary Application Form in addition to copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate of Character and a copy of the Passport Photo page. Current government employees must apply through their Heads of Departments. ;;Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk ;;Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being Deputy Secretary ;; Applications sent by post or brought by hand should have the subject: Deputy Secretary clearly marked on the envelopes. Successful applicants will work in accordance with the Public Service Ordinance. ;;Qualified Belongers are encouraged to apply.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 14th August, 2013.

is looking for a

Waitress

Must be willing to work overtime. Salary $5.00 per hour. Belongers only need apply. Application deadline is August 15th, 2013.

Fax: 649-941-8388 8928

laboUrer With the experience in heavy duty cleaning Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays salary $6.50 per hour please send resume to: neffer.malcolm@ gmail.com

THE TUSCANY RESORT

Is looking for a

Labourer To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour. contact: 941-4667

8991

GOVERNMENT VACANCY

SPOTLESS CLEANING SERVICE

Quality/Risk Management and Patient Safety Manager Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales InterHealth Canada (TCI) Ltd. is currently recruiting for a Quality/Risk Management, Patient Safety Manager reporting to the CEO. Summary: To provide oversight of the Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Patient Safety initiatives throughout the organization. • Managers the international accreditation efforts and acts as Accreditation Survey Coordinator for all accreditation activities • Support the peer review process • Liaise with medical-legal and insurance staff • Internal and external staff as appropriate to job function or as directed by CEO. Qualifications and Experience • Masters Degree required with at least three (3) years clinical experience in an acute care hospital, preferably as a registered nurse. • Certification in Health Care Quality (such s CPHQ) Strongly preferred • Extensive prior experience in education and training of staff in the principles of quality improvement, risk management and patient safety • At least three to five (3-5) years’ clinical experience in an acute care hospital, preferably as a registered nurse. • At least three to five (3-5) experience working with domestic or international accreditation agencies and experience with leading accreditation surveys. • Five (5) or more years of management / supervisory experience. • Minimum of five years of current, progressive experience in quality management / quality improvement in a healthcare setting required.

Position:

Housekeeping Supervisor: reporting to Housekeeping Manager For this position, you can also call HR for information: (649) 941-2800) ext 75555 Remuneration packages will be based on qualification and experience. Please submit your CV showing qualification and experiences to:

recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc Application Deadline: Friday 23rd August 2013

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Momentous Ltd.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES Momentous Ltd. is seeking qualified individuals to fill a number of openings. 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 non-smokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Suitably qualified Belongers who possess the qualifications listed are encouraged to apply. All applications accepted at www.momentous.tc.

Assistant Manager – Communications & Sales

Experience & Qualifications: • Ability to communicate, liaise, and negotiate internally and externally using appropriate methods to facilitate the development of profitable business and sustainable relationships • Strong understanding of Microsoft Office applications and ability to troubleshoot/diagnose computer and network issues • Manage and maintain effectiveness of IT • Experience managing complex construction projects • 5+ years project management experience • 5+ years managing and executing marketing plans • 5+ years computer network experience • 5+ years experience in legal contract drafting and negotiation • 5+ years experience in troubleshooting computer hardware/software issues • 10+ years sales experience • 10+ years experience management, training, and recruiting staff according to company policies and employment laws, ensuring relevant HR procedures are followed

Assistant Manager – Product Development & Operations

Experience & Qualifications: • Demonstrated experience managing the full product development lifecycle, including product briefing, conceptual crafting, product line development, costing, prototyping, spec development, manufacturing, designing, testing, release • Create, execute and track agile project plans, including the User Story/ Acceptance Criteria process • Plan and manage sprint cycles. Ensure the timely and bug-free delivery of sprints. • Build and lead a high performing internal team of development, technical, engineering, and design staff, while also leveraging external industrial designers, product designers, and vendor/factory resources to develop compelling new products • Ability to gather and analyze data and trends by extracting data directly from databases using Microsoft SQL • Experience in domain name industry including familiarity with launch and life cycle of new gTLDs. • 3+ years experience building hi-profile products and demonstrating a minimum of 3 successful product launches • 3+ years experience with agile development methods • 10+ years experience strategy development and project management • University degree from top-tier university

Assistant Manager – Technology

Experience & Qualifications: • The ability to work in a collaborative and agile environment using an iterative & incremental approach to development • Experience with high-traffic, load-balanced, secure and redundant applications • The ability to effectively lead & motivate a team • 10+ years programming knowledge including .NET, PHP, VBScript, Pascal, & COBOL • 10+ years experience with Transact-SQL and Microsoft SQL Server including Query Analyzer, Enterprise Manager or including SQL Server Management

Studio • 10+ years experience in domain name industry • 10+ years experience managing ICANN accredited registrars

Intermediate Accountant

Experience & Qualifications: • Prepare journal entries and general ledger operations • Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts • Administer accounts receivable and accounts payable • Assist in preparing budgets and forecasts • Assist with payroll administration • University degree or equivalent • Knowledge of accounting principles and practices • Knowledge of finance principles • Knowledge of financial reporting • Technical accounting skills • Previous experience in general accounting • Proficiency in relevant accounting software (i.e.: Great Plains or Netsuite)

Assistant Manager – Development

Experience & Qualifications: • 5+ years programming experience including: C#, SQL Server, Visual Studio 2010, Amazon AWS (RDS, EC2, VPC, Route 53, S3, SES), SVN, HTML, Javascript, jQuery, MySQL, CSS, PHP5, Team City, Java • 5+ years experience architecting complex applications and services, planning, designing, and implementing new products • Experience in domain name industry • 5+ years experience reviewing and commenting existing use case documents and sequence diagrams • 5+ years reviewing existing application architecture and proposing performance enhancing solutions. • Must be fluent (Written & Oral) in both English and French

Customer Service Representative

Experience & Qualifications: • 1+ years of Customer Service Problem Resolution experience (Preferably in an inbound call centre environment). • Strong listening and communication skills, professional telephone manner, and the ability to deal with customers tactfully, effectively and with enthusiasm. • Aptitude for learning technical processes across a variety of products and services. • Drive to meet or exceed monthly performance goals, including call quality and performance efficiency. • Experience with e-mail, FTP, DNS or website troubleshooting is a definite asset. • Must be fluent (Written & Oral) in both English and Spanish

Domestic Worker

Experience & Qualifications: • Duties include: light cooking, cleaning, laundry, shopping • Must have a clean drivers license to run errands • Must have clean police record 8984

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A well established company of wine and spirit distribution in Providenciales Turks and Caicos is looking for an

DEPARTMENT: Computer Unit MINISTRY: Finance LOCATION: Grand Turk JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior management position which is functionally the Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the Turks and Caicos Islands Government and will lead the transformation to a centralized Information Technology service through the Central Information Technology Unit. The Director will provide technology vision and leadership for developing and implementing information technology initiatives. This individual is responsible for the planning and execution of an information technology vision, goals and initiatives that support the long term objectives, mission and vision of TCIG across all ministries, departments and agencies at each of its sites. This leader will collaborate with leaders at the highest level of government and manage a team of professionals who are accountable for the delivery of all information technology services. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead a governance structure that aligns IT initiatives with business priorities while balancing resource constraints (human and fiscal) to optimize IT investments (The IT Portfolio). This governance process will produce an annual IT plan and budget that is integrated into the system planning and budgeting processes. • Responsibility for the selection, acquisition, development, installation, maintenance and support of information technology for TCIG. • Manage, in conjunction with other officers, the project approval and procurement process. • Ensure that all initiatives in the IT portfolio have clear business goals and success metrics. • Monitor and report on the performance of the IT portfolio including actual vs. expected results, budgets and project duration. • Perform an ongoing assessment of IT capabilities of employees and contractors and IT performance on behalf of entities across the System. Evaluate performance and skill against TCIG needs. • In conjunction with other senior managers, understand and establish the working relationship with the relevant Office of the Deputy Governor, Ministry of Finance and other agencies responsible for organizing the timely completion of TCIG projects. • Oversee relationships between the unit’s IT resources and external entities (e.g. telecommunication service provider, IT vendors, advisors and other organizations). • Adhere to all Public Service codes, rules and regulations. • Perform other related tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • A recognized University Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution and an accredited degree program • A recognized University Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution and an accredited degree program. • Postgraduate qualification in Management. EXPERIENCE • A demonstrated track record of more than 10 years’ work experience at the executive/ senior management in a large organization or government where skills in long-term strategic planning, telecommunications, systems design, administrative technology planning and implementation in a centralized computing environment were utilized. • Experience must also include directing the development and implementation, management and support for both hardware and software large financial and administrative web enabled systems. SALARY:$75,000.00 per annum. Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page. Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being Director, Information Technology Application. Applications sent by post or brought by hand should have the subject: Director, Information Technology Application clearly marked on the envelopes. Successful applicants will work in accordance with the Public Service Ordinance.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 16th August, 2013

Assistant Manager

• Must have a great track record • Must be fluent in English and French/ German knowledge a plus • Must have international experience in restaurant and hotel 4-5 years experience as a Sommelier required • Must have previous in a customer service role in the hotel/leisure/ retail sector • Must have good grooming standards • Must have excellent communication skills • Must have passion and commitment to delivering exceptional levels of guest service • Must have ability to work on your own • Must provide professional and current knowledge of wines, spirits and beers • Must describe and up-sell wines to provide excellent customer experience source and negotiate with new potential suppliers • Must have a valid drivers license and own vehicle • Must be able to organize wine tastings, wine maker’s dinner • Must be able to keep up to date social Medias • Must strive to achieve company targets Salary commensurate with experience

Please email cover letter to resume to recrute50@gmail.com

8992

GOVERNMENT VACANCY

TCMillwork ltd. Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South Dock Road, P.O. box 238, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Lathe operator/Cabinet maker Skills Required:

• 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to operate Lathe machinery. Salary at $8.00 per hour

Skills required for position:

• 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.

Duties:

Operate lathe machinery, cabinetmaking, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Furniture Finisher/Cabinet maker Skills Required:

• 10 years work experience in furniture finishing, mixing of color, tint, color matching, woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to operate HVLP spray gun and all automatic inline spray machines. Salary at $8.00 per hour

Skills required for position:

• Individual must have previous experience with tinting, wipe on and spray on coloring, spraying high catalyze polyurethane, lacquer, urethane, conversion varnish, 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.

Duties:

Operate spray and inline spray machine, cabinetmaking, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

8971

August 10 - 16, 2013

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ROXY BEAUTY SALON

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS TENNIS FEDERATION

Is looking for the following persons:

Tennis Professional Coach

The Turks & Caicos Islands Tennis Federation (TCITF) is seeking an ITF Qualified professional coach to run their programs at TCITF. An ITF player rating of 5.5 or equivalent is the minimum acceptable along with a minimum accreditation of ITF Level One Coaching. The coach must have 10 years’ experience in teaching tennis to all ages and abilities and also have team coaching experience as well. The coach must also have experience in working with national teams and the development of a national program. All applications and resumes to be sent by email to the Secretary of the TCITF to tennis@tcitf.com.

All applications must be provided by August 22nd, 2013 with a view to starting the position in September 2013. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Belongers only need apply.

Nail Technician Hair Stylist Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 347-1312

8983

8939

FLOWER GIRL Is looking for a Part-time

delivery driver With own transportation who is interested in making extra cash.

Contact: 231-3788

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

the largest readership in the turks & caicos

Assistant Manager Needed The assistant manager must possess a broad range of skills and be multifaceted. The ideal candidate will execute a variety of daily duties including placing orders, receiving deliveries, and maintaining inventory. Candidate must be forward thinking and use preventative measures to maintain the infrastructure of the café. The assistant manager will handle daily cash sales and receipts. They will work to promote specials created by the kitchen and work closely with bar staff to market specialty cocktails and drinks. The assistant manager will have a cursory knowledge of wine as it pertains to the Café, ie., service, pairings and training of staff. He/she will be attentive to resolve customer complaints about food or service. They will monitor and govern customer behavior to ensure conduct is becoming of the Café’s high standard. The assistant manager will support upper management by participating in the disciplining of staff, hiring, and creating schedules to properly staff the establishment. They will assist in the training of staff to ensure all service standards are met, and that they remain adhered to by staff. The candidate will be proficient in Office programs and have extensive knowledge of Micros POS systems. Candidate will possess problem-solving abilities and be quick to respond in a fast paced-high pressure environment. Candidate must be able to climb stairs and be prepared to lift heavy boxes that are inherent in the local and type of business.

Sous Chef Needed Education and Training: • Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or 8 + years industry equivalent experience. • Computer literate, functional on Excel, MS-Word and Quickbooks • Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training Skill Requirements: Be able to assist the Executive Chef in all capacities to include: • Work in a high pressure environment with calm, effective leadership • Planning and execution of special events. • Precise knife skills • Assist Chef in the preparation and execution of all desserts. • Produce all breakfast, lunch and dinner items with expert precision. • Cook entire menu on the line during service, including meats to temperature specifications. • Execute a proper sanitation procedure to insure that high quality food is served that accurately represents the Café. • Prepare and execute specials based on the Café’s Tex-Mex cuisine. • Be versed in a large variety of cooking techniques to include: braising, sautéing, frying, steaming, poaching, and sauce making. • Receive food orders from various vendors, checking for quality and pricing. • Be able to stand on ones feet for 10 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds without physical restrictions. • Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Work with management to estimate beverage consumption, place orders with suppliers and schedule delivery of beverage and non-food related items. • Resolve customer complaints regarding service or food. • Direct cleaning of dining areas to maintain sanitation standards and keep appropriate records. • Monitor actions of staff and guests • Proficiently operate computer software to assist with the implementation of inventories, track staffing, and record keeping tasks as they are instructed by the General Manager or Ownership • Maintain stock of supplies such as table ware, paper goods and cleaning supplies as deemed applicable • Assist with the weekly and monthly maintenance and repair of equipment and other services • Ensure total receipts and balance against sales at end of day and be able to lock facility • Recruit, hire, and oversee training of staff • Schedule work hours for servers and bar staff • Opening and/ or closing of the establishment ensuring all is ready for daily trade or secure for closing

Leadership and Managerial Requirements: • Assist Chef in the training of kitchen staff to encourage growth in a positive environment. • Be sensitive to the needs of staff members and maintain a professional demeanor • Assist Chef in the ordering of food through a variety of vendors • Assist Chef with weekly and monthly inventory of items and work with the Chef to calculate food costs • Maintain a positive environment in the kitchen to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace

Other Duties:

• Maintain relationships with guests and staff • Update and use job related knowledge • Schedule staff work hours and activities • Evaluate health and safety practices against standards • Organize, plan, and prioritize • Make decisions and solve problems quickly and efficiently concerning staff and guests • Process and analyze information when scheduling and budgeting • Record information about inventory and health practices • Implement creative promotional ideas working with vendors and staff • Guide, direct, and train staff • Coordinate the work and activities of staff • Communicate with customers, sales reps, and suppliers Belongers given preference

The Sous Chef should be a natural leader who is seeking to assist others in improving their cooking ability, and also to develop strong people skills. An ambitious person who is a comfortable communicator with a confident skill set. The Sous Chef needs to be a self starter that can lead the kitchen in the Chefs absence. The right candidate should be able to open the kitchen in the morning, or be the last to leave the kitchen at night. Prioritizing and executing prep items based on the restaurants needs. He or She will assure that foods are properly labeled with the date and prep item name and consistently rotated, and stored for future use. Oversee and participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. Pay Commensurate with Experience. Belongers given preference

Submit resume, certifications and current police record in person or email to: CHEFAMY@SOMEWHERECAFEANDLOUNGE.COM

Please submit CV, References and Status in person at: Somewhere Café and Lounge in Corel Gardens Resort OR by email manager@somewherecafenadlounge.com 8963

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DEPARTMENT: Border Control and Enforcement MINISTRY: Ministry of Border Control and Labour LOCATION: The position is based in Providenciales but officers are subject to transfer at the discretion of the TCI Public Service.

The successful candidate will have: • MSDT PADI Master Dive Instructor certification • Mature and flexible attitude • Experience in a resort type environment, ideally in the Caribbean • Excellent written and spoke English • Excellent references

Candidates should apply in writing, including a cover letter, resume and references to info@bohioresort.com

DOMESTIC

WORKER Working hours: $8.00 per day Wages: $5.50 per hour • Must be able to clean yard, wash vehicles, small maintenance around the property, operate small machine (lawnmower, cutter, blower) • Work on weekends

Contact: Neon Holdings Ltd.

Tel: 649-941-7923 During working hours

8964

Assistant Immigration Officer

required

8952

GOVERNMENT VACANCY

PADI Dive Instructor

VACANCY

JOB SUMMARY: • The incumbent in this position will maintain security, control, supervision and safe custody of detainees • held under Immigration Ordinance Powers. Candidates will additionally be required to undertake duties • as Port officers, assessing persons arriving and departing the Islands through its sea and air ports.

Applications are invited for the position of

Portfolio ManageR The applicant must possess the following; • Post Graduate Degree / Professional Qualifications in Finance or Accounting • Ten years of working experience in demonstrated financial and/or analytical functions with a variety of complex, multi-faceted projects • Experience in large-scale business planning, feasibility studies, and Project Management • Extensive knowledge on several or all of the following: finance theories and methodologies, feasibility studies, large scale business planning, financial modeling, project management and corporate restructurings. • Ability to identify feasible project options and present recommendations to a board of directors • Belongers need only apply.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensures safe, secure, humane custody of Immigration detainees housed at the detention facility, in line with written rules and procedures. • Assesses persons arriving/departing the Islands, treating them with respect, remaining polite and professional at all times. • Undertakes in-country enforcement and compliance operations on identified immigration offenders, including unlawful entrants, over stayers, illegal workers and abusive employers. • Undertakes joint or multi-agency operations with the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police, Customs, Marine Police and other agencies as required. • Undertakes and records formal Immigration status, identity and humanitarian interviews in accordance with authorized procedures. • Assists the collections of statistics and provide efficiency delivery service to the clients and general public. • Conducts patrols with Officers of the Marine Branch of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force. • Other related tasks as assigned.

Please Submit Application to: P.O. Box 270 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

DISHWASHER/ NIGHTTIME RESTAURANT CLEANER

is looking for a

Duties: • Cleaning of the kitchens, bathrooms, mopping, freezers, appliances • Hours: • 4:30pm-11:30 6 days per week • Individual will be required to work weekends and holidays • Must have previous working experience in this position • Must have verifiable references • Must have a valid drivers license

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • 5 CXC’s including a pass in English Language. A second Language would be an asset. • Candidates must successfully pass specialized operational enforcement training and Certification. • A background in the security field or law enforcement would be an asset. SALARY: $15,720 per annum

Apply with CV’s to schedule an appointment at Top O’ the Cove Deli

;;Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters ;;of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police ;;Certificate and a copy of the Passport Photo page. ;;Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church ;;Folly, Grand Turk Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov. tc with the subject ;;line being Assistant Immigration Officer. Applications sent by post or brought by hand should ;;have the subject: Assistant Immigration Officer ;;Clearly marked on the envelopes. Successful applicants will work in accordance with the Public ;;Service Ordinance. ;;Qualified Belongers will be given first consideration.

8951

ELIA SEYMOUR

Babysitter To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

8936

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contact: 344-9451

Anthony Garland

8951

seeks

Domestic Worker

Main duties will be taking care of cooking, cleaning, and laundry. Must be able to speak English, Salary starts at $6.00 per hour and is based on experience. Work will 6 work days a week. Deadline for applications is August 14th 2013. Interested persons should send applications via fax at (649) 941-4034 C/o Alliance Realty Ltd. Only applicants selected will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 14th August 2013 8949

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Is looking for a

Labourer Must be willing to work six days per week. Must be trustworthy and reliable. Salary $5.00 per hour. Hours are from 8:00am-4:00pm

Contact: Serge Tuyssuzian @ 649-941-3637 or fax: 649-941-3637 8929

WANTED Mechanic

is looking for a

Restaurant

Captain Must have at least 6 years experience as a waiter front and back house. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Must have written and verbal communication. Must be customer service oriented. Must no MICRO. Salary $7.00 per hour

Contact: 941-5341

8946

PROVO BEVERAGES

WILFREY’S & TONY BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

Must have at least 5 years experience. Must be well versed in the general maintenance of diesel engines. Must be able to operate if necessary. Salary negotiable

Labourer

Must be willing to do general cleaning. Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour

Mason

Must have at least 5 years experience. Salary negotiable

Contact: 231-0098

8937

Hairdresser To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 231-0882

8939

Must be willing to assist the mechanic. Salary $6.00 per hour

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SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD

VACANCIES The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill up the following position.

MARKETING/SALES AGENT

Qualifications: • Minimum of 8 years experience or in direct marketing/sales • Excellent work & presentation skills; must have excellent computer skills • Can design sales/mktg materials & bidding documents • Very good knowledge in security, alarm electronics, access control, etc • Must be effective communicator & public relations person • Possesses own transportation and have valid TCI drivers license; • Salary starts @ $1500 plus commission

TECHNICIAN

Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years experience in alarm industry w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering certificates • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess valid TCI drivers license; Must be an excellent team -player • Salary starts @ $1300 plus commission

ADMIN ASSISTANT/ JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

Applications are requested for the following position

Underwriting Manager Required Skills/Education • Bachelors Degree in Management or other relevant area • ACII or equivalent qualification • Ability to communicate effectively at all levels • Ability to direct, train and motivate staff • Ability to display tact and diplomacy with proven negotiation skills • High level of human relations and time management skills • Above average analytical and computational skills • Computer literacy Specialized Techniques/Knowledge: • Sound knowledge of insurance operations and products • Knowledge of reinsurance • Knowledge of economic and social trends pertinent to insurance claims • Knowledge of the financial implications of claims settlement • Knowledge of Turks & Caicos law relevant to the insurance industry. • In-depth knowledge of UnderWriter *tm insurance software. Required Experience: • A minimum of ten years supervisory experience in the Insurance Industry in the areas of Underwriting, Reinsurance and Claims. Belongers only need apply.

Interested Applicants are asked to submit your resume by e-mail to Margaret Smith, Manager/Financial Controller ms@tcifirst.com by August 15, 2013 8901

SECURITY OFFICER

Qualifications: • Minimum of 4 years military/police experience or 5-6 years security officer experience • Must have basic personal safety and other security training certificate • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Must be an excellent team-player • Must have valid TCI Driver’s License • Salary starts @ $6.00 per hour. Requirements for all positions above: • Comprehensive resume’ w/ 2 ID photos • Employment certificates from previous employers, Diploma & Training certificates • Police & fingerprint records, copies of NHIP, NIB, Drivers License • Copies of legal status &/ passport How to apply: 1. Submit resume’ with application letter and all documents stated above to Spence Security office 2. Complete documents should be provided within 1 week of the date of application to be considered 3. Wait for Spence Security personnel to call you for an interview Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to: ‘The HR Manager’ not later than August 9th, 2013 to:

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address:HR@spencesecurity.com Fax: 941-3027 BELONGER ONLY NEED APPLY. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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TURKS & CAICOS FIRST INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED

Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years related experience • Must have very good knowledge in accounting programs e.g. QuickBooks • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess valid TCI drivers license • Must be an excellent team-player • Salary starts @ $1300/month

August 10 - 16, 2013

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Labourer needed

Decco (TCI) Ltd

Project Director Decco (TCI) Ltd. has a requirement for a professionally qualified and experienced Project Director to join our team for the construction of a high quality, condominium resort development project in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, BWI.

Restaurant

Captain

To work from Monday to Saturday salary $5.00 per hour Please note that this advertisement is in respect of a work permit renewal only fax resume to: 946-4663

The Project Director will be responsible and accountable for the overall management, control and administration of a new project, and the construction team, from mobilization to the successful completion and hand over of the Works. Such responsibility and accountabilities will include: • Mobilization and site establishment; • Master Schedule and progress reporting; • Procurement; • Value and Cost reporting; • Overall contract administration; • Change management and co-ordination; • Document Control; • Oversight of project health and safety procedures; • Oversight of site based QA/QC systems; • Oversight of works testing, commissioning and hand over.

• Must have at least 6 years experience as a waiter front and back house • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have written and verbal communication • Must be customer service oriented • Must no MICRO • Must be bi-lingual Salary $7.00 per hour

Contact: 941-5341

Ocean Club Resorts

Requirements: • The successful candidate will require a proven track record in similar projects and a combination of knowledge, skills and experience, as follows: • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Building Construction discipline. • Minimum 15 - 20 years post-graduation experience in Project/Construction, with at least 10 years spent in Management at a senior level. • Chartered member of an internationally recognized engineering or building professional institution. • Demonstrated financial management and control experience including cost and value reporting. • Extensive experience in the successful completion of high quality hotels and/or condominium resort developments in the Caribbean region. • Strong team building and leadership skills and capabilities. • Salary based on experience.

Is looking for qualified, experienced applicants for the positions of

LABOURER GARDENER

All applicants must be able to present a clean Police Record if offered a position. Wage commensurate with experience. Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands. Ability to speak English is mandatory.

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Written applications with personal details and a full current resume showing education, qualifications and career experience to date should be sent by facsimile to 649 946 4663 and no later than August 15th 2013.

TIKI HUT Is looking for a

Please drop off resumes at the Ocean Club Front Desk to the attention of the Human Resource Manager, or via email to diane@oceanclubresorts.tc Preference will be given to experienced and qualified Belongers. Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

Is seeking to employ a

Skill Requirements: Cook eggs and other breakfast items to order to customer’s specification. Cook lunch and dinner items to order to customer’s specification to include, but not limited to: • Cooking meats to temperature such as hamburgers and steaks • Produce salads, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and other • Tex - Mex items that appear on the menu at Somewhere Café and Lounge. • Assist with prepping of foods for service by following recipe standards. Strong knife skills are required and proper sanitation practiced to produce high quality food that accurately represents the Café. • Work with other kitchen staff members to execute food, prioritize steps, and contribute to the overall team atmosphere of the kitchen. • Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. • Cook on the line, during service in a high-pressure environment, executing food to order in an ala minute kitchen according to the ticket in a timely manner. • Be able to stand on ones feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 25 pounds or more without physical restrictions. • Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule. Belongers given preference.

Domestic Worker

• Live in required to look • after house and cats • Must be trustworthy and reliable • Must be willing to work 6 days per week • Salary $6.00 per hour

Send resume to vultar_one@ hotmail.com or contact: 442-2130

cleaner Contact: 345-7548

8974

MCKNIGHTS INTERNATIONAL LAW FIRM

JERVON LAPORTE

JOB SUMMARY • Minimum 10 years call experience in drafting complex pleadings, advising, assisting and representing clients at all stages of litigation in a wide range of commercial disputes • Additional experience of professional negligence property litigation, civil fraud would be advantageous Salary commensurate with experience.

Live-inNanny

Senior Commercial Litigation Attorney

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Is looking for a

Must be willing to work nights. Must be able to do hard work. Salary $5.50 per hour.

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Line Cook Needed

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COMMERCIAL CLEANERS

M. VULTAR

Submit resume, certifications and current police record in person or email to: CHEFAMY@SOMEWHERECAFEANDLOUNGE.COM

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46 CLASSIFIEDS

Covering letter and CV to admin@mcknights.tc Please apply by 23rd, August, 2013 8971

Is looking for a

Salary $200.00 per week.

contact: 231-0001

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Sports National Without vision, the people perish

LOOKING FOR 1

MECHANIC Must have a valid driver license from A-H. Must be able to work holiday and weekends. Ability to speak French, Spanish a plus. Applicant must contact:

649-946-5919

Monday-Saturday 7:45-5pm Salary $10.00 per hour

I, PERSONALLY, dislike being involved in partisan politics. I may have my preferential political consciousness as it relates to my country, but yet I am, and foremost of all, a nationalistic TC Islander. It is beyond my comprehension to fathom how visionless we Islanders are in making any serious commitment to sports in my beloved TCI, the country of my birth. STATE OF SHOCK Sports (national and international) transcends the political arena, the simple reason is that national sports is not political and never should be. THE GREATEST ATHLETE The honourable, esteemed Usain Bolt of Jamaica exemplifies the true spirit of international sports.

NOTICE TO DESIGNATED NON FINANCIAL BUSINESSES AND PROFESSIONS (Also referred to as Non-Regulated Financial Business)

This notice is issued pursuant to provisions of the Proceeds of Crime Ordinance 2007 (POCO) and The Anti-Money Laundering and Prevention of Terrorist Financing Regulations 2010, (The Regulations). The Turks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission advises all owners of relevant businesses that registration in accordance with Regulations 24, 25, 26, 27 and 28 is past due. Registration is required for;

a) 1. 2. b) c)

A person who by way of business; Provides accountancy or audit services or Acts as a real estate agent An independent legal professional A high value dealer.

Applications to Register together with Guidance Notes on how to register are available on the Turks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission Website; www.tcifsc. tc Departments → Designated Non Financial Businesses and Professions. Contact details are also available on the website. The deadline for the initial registration of existing businesses was 28th June 2013. The deadline has been exceptionally extended to 31st August 2013 and will not be extended beyond that date.

MULTIMILLION DOLLAR BUSINESS If the “Lightning” Bolt is not valued at least ½ billion US, then he values nothing at all. When “Sir Lightning Bolt” endorsed our Delano Williams as a great potential future world champion, the endorsement became unquestionable.

OUR GOVERNMENT’S LACK OF VISION With all due respect to our elected government, you all, in my personal opinion need to “roll out”. The past budget debate did not at all allude to the development of sport—period. I’m asking (my personal opinion) that the minister responsible for Sports, Youth and Culture resign. Sports, youth and culture

are the future of any country.

SONIA BIEN-AIME Does the government realise the significance of Mrs. BienAime’s appointment as a coopted member of the FIFA Executive Committee? I’M A PROPHET OF SORTS History will dictate that all TCI governments are short sighted, self-seeking, narrowminded and visionless as far as the national enhancement of sports is concerned. WHY THE POLITICAL EXPLOITATION? Our U-19 Rugby team is the Caribbean Trophy Champions. Did the government spend one red cent to promote rugby? Yet the minister was at the

airport trying to gain political mileage from the fruits of the labours of others. CAN YOU IMAGINE? In the budget debate, youth, sports and culture were not even mentioned. I am in total shock. BI-PARTISAN NATIONAL PROGRESS I am recommending that Goldray Ewing be appointed as minster for sports. I’m not bounded to the dogmas of any masters. I voted for Washington Misick, Dr. Ewing, Carlos Simons, plus his brother (independent), Josephine Connolly and Harold Charles. I don’t care about partisan politics, let the chips fall where they may. I love my country. International legend!

TCMillwork ltd. Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South Dock Road, P.O. box 238, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Lathe operator/Cabinet maker Skills Required:

• 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to operate Lathe machinery. Salary at $8.00 per hour

Skills required for position:

Duties:

Operate lathe machinery, cabinetmaking, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Furniture Finisher/Cabinet maker Skills Required: • 10 years work experience in furniture finishing, mixing of color, tint, color matching, woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to operate HVLP spray gun and all automatic inline spray machines. Salary at $8.00 per hour

Skills required for position:

Duties:

It is an offence to carry on any type of relevant business unless the business has registered with the Financial Services Commission (s.148H POCO).

Operate spray and inline spray machine, cabinetmaking, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

The Financial Services Commission will take immediate enforcement action against any relevant business which has failed to register by 31st August 2013.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

Sports National

CoE ready for visiting Boca

– Grand Turk and North Caicos players might make final cut A PLAYER from North Caicos and two from Grand Turk might make their national U-15 debut, when the U-15 Centre of Excellence (CoE) team play the visiting Manhattan Soccer Club Boca during the Turks and Caicos Islands U-15 Boys’ Summer Games which will take place from August 14-17. CoE U-15 Boys’ coach Oliver Smith said that Mckenly Amelcar from NC and Jose Elcius and Ronaldo

Sejour from Grand Turk could make the national side. “They all have a good chance at making the final cut and it will be the first time each will be playing at this level,” Smith pointed out. The coach, who is responsible for the U-15 CoE programme, said that the team has been preparing since midJuly. “The boys have been working hard and are very eager to play. Given the small size of the population here,

they don’t have an opportunity to compete against their age group and so they are anxious to test themselves.” PLAY GOOD FOOTBALL Smith, who is a CONCACAF representative on the FIFA Appeals Committee and a vice-president of the TCIFA, said that the objective of the tour was to gauge where the boys are and to give them the needed practice. He pointed out that the main objective of the U-15 players will be to improve their technical and tactical skills with the ultimate aim of reaching the youth and senior national teams. “As far as expected results, in any sporting event, winning is always the ultimate goal. However, our aim in these games is to play good football both offensively and defensively. To play attractive, attacking

Turks and Caicos Islands Air Transport Licensing Authority Publication of Decision of the Air Transport Licensing Authority Re Grant of a Licence In accordance with the provisions of Regulation 17 of the Air Transport (Licensing of Air Services) Regulations 2013, the Air Transport Licensing Authority hereby publish the following particulars of their decision regarding the grant of a Licence to operate the under mentioned service. Applicant/Licence holder: Sunrise Airways SA Licence No: 01/13 Date of application: February 20. 2013 Route(s): Cap Haitien/Providenciales/Cap Haitien Frequency of flights Weekly/ Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat Type of aircraft: Jetstream 3201 series turboprop aircraft with 19 seats

DECISION Licence granted to: Sunrise Airways SA Date: July 25, 2013 Air Transport Licensing Authority

Oliver Smith (right) and the 2012 TCI U-15 CoE team that played Boca last summer. In that series, both teams won a game while the other ended in draw.

football and if we are able to do that, the boys will be happy no matter what the result. We will be playing a tough team that plays in the Westchester Youth Soccer League in New York. They have the advantage of playing close to 30 plus games every year (both indoors and outdoors), and we expect them to be battle hardened. So this will be a good test for us to see where we are and what is needed to be done to get better.” This will be Boca’s second visit to TCI. Last summer both teams won a game while the third match ended in a draw. The teams will play on August 14th, 15th and 17th, while both will compete in a Beach Soccer tournament on

the 16th. The TCIFA is calling for a

great local turnout to support our boys.

BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH Is looking for a

janitor To work 6 days per week salary negotiable contact: 941-5636

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TCI U-15 Boys’ Summer Games:

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Sports National

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IAAF World Championships:

Garland sees 400M on the big stage as a major “dream”

AS a young boy Angelo Garland would constantly dream of running at the Olympics and at the Senior World Championships, this Sunday, one of his main dreams will come true when he represents the Turks and Caicos Islands in Moscow, Russia in the latter. The youngster, who recently graduated from Munro College in Jamaica, will be TCI’s lone representative at the Senior IAAF World Championships from August 10-18. Another TCI born athlete, Delano Williams, will also compete, but he will race in the 200M for Great Britain (the nation he recently pledged his allegiance to). Garland’s 400M heat will take place at 3am on Sunday morning (TCI time). Coach Alvirto Smith, who spoke to the Weekly News from Moscow, said that “things were going well so far.” SCARED The youngster, who has performed above par in the relays for the national team (bronze at CARIFTA in the 4X100M) and for Munro College (4X400M gold at the Diamond League Adidas Gran Prix in New York), said he is a bit intimidated with the event. “Well i am a bit scared, you know going up against the world’s best over the one lap event. It’s my first senior meet. I really don’t know

This will be Angelo Garland’s biggest event to date.

what to expect.” BETTERING HIS TIME The national 400M junior record holder (48.14s) is however looking to better his personal best and come out with experience than can further his career.

“I’m willing to go and learn. I feel as if I can run a faster personal best if all goes well.” Williams is the TCI’s senior

record holder. He ran 47.81s in January this year while a student at Munro, but his accomplishment in the 400M is seconds behind track

legend Michael Johnson, who still holds the 400M world record with a time of 43.18s achieved at the World Championships in 1999.

Usain Bolt is confident of winning both sprint events.

Bolt ‘ready’ to reclaim and defend at World Championships SPRINT sensation Usain Bolt says he is ready to reclaim the 100 m title he lost two years ago and to successfully defend the 200 m at the IAAF World Championships in Moscow starting this weekend. Bolt has declared himself ‘ready’ and has stepped up training since his arrival in Moscow for the August 1018 games at the Luzhniki Stadium. “Of course it’s very important

(to win back the title),” the 26-year-old Bolt said of the 100m crown he lost to injured teammate Yohan Blake when he false-started in Daegu, South Korea, in 2011. The loss however has hardly scared an impressive resume that includes Olympic gold in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m relay events in Beijing and London, and five world titles.

Members of St. Monica’s Anglican Church receive their spoils for winning the 2013 Church Co-ed Softball League. In their best in three-final this year, St. Monica’s defeated Jericho Baptist Church 7-3 in game one before winning 16-10 in game two.

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