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The TCI will soon be in a better position to rebuild storm damaged schools, assist in housing needs and invest in climate change efforts.

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Low costs homes and better communication infrastructure needed – DDME director recommends as 2017 hurricane season ends

BY DELANA ISLES DIRECTOR of the Department for Disaster Management and Emergency (DDME), Dr Virginia Clerveaux, believes that low income housing and better communication infrastructure should be put in place, following the devastation wrought by the two major hurricanes in September.

In an interview with the Weekly News recently, Dr Clerveaux gave an assessment of the needs of the Turks and Caicos Islands post hurricanes, as well as a final assessment of the damages sustained to homes and critical infrastructure.

RECOVERY CHALLENGES AND NEEDS “Widespread devastation across the TCI resulted from the passage of these two storms, thousands were displaced, hundreds homeless and millions in loss of revenue - it will take years and significant levels of external assistance to facilitate the bounce back of the TCI,” she outlined.

She also cautioned that while the notion of building back better is becoming entrenched in the disaster risk management debate, it is important to appreciate that building back better is synonymous with the

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incurrence of higher levels of costs.

“For those who are already on the margins of social economic scale, this notion can only be realised through the implementation of creative opportunities that will allow them access to the requisite resourcing.

“In that regard, the TCI recovery challenges and needs include: a purpose-built emergency operations centre, early warning system and national communications system, mainstreaming of disaster risk reduction and capacity building across the national disaster management system, Doppler radar, rebuilding and repairing critical

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facilities including schools and government offices, and providing low costs homes for vulnerable population.”

She added that as the territory moves forward, it is important to remember that it is cheaper to invest in mitigation and preparedness than to rebuild and recover.

“Recovery and reconstruction also provide opportunities to build back better but the opportunity and the means must be provided especially to the most vulnerable to ensure that the process is sustainable.”

She noted that the social sector such as schools, hospitals and government facilities, is a priority area in the rebuilding process.

DAMAGE ASSESSMENT Initial damage assessment by CDEMA revealed that approximately 80 percent of all residences received some level of damage, and post damage needs assessments reveal that female headed households, which are among the most vulnerable, accounted for 47 percent of all damaged households, and only 14 percent of total houses damaged had home insurance that covered disaster risk, the DDME director outlined.

She added that nearly 100 percent of all homes in Salt Cay and South Caicos had damage, and 79 percent of those in Providenciales and Grand Turk sustained damage from the passage of both storms.

Over 400 houses were totally destroyed and nearly 700 houses sustained significant damage to the point of almost being uninhabitable.

In South Caicos, 22 percent of the homes were totally damaged, Providenciales had seven percent and Grand Turk had four percent damage.

The number of displaced persons are in excess of 1,500 throughout the TCI. “While the ECLAC report for the TCI, which is the damage and loss report, is not complete given the scale of destruction in the worst hit islands it is fair to say that total repair costs will be high.

“In fact, it may even be higher than hurricane Ike in 2008 which stood at $213.6 million.”

CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE AND FACILITIES She also outlined that approximately 74 percent of critical infrastructure and facilities within the TCI were impacted, these included the electricity grid, water distribution,

telecommunications network, hospitals and schools.

Ninety-five percent of government sustained damage resulting in school children being displaced and regular classes relocated to the gymnasium, church facilities and youth centres.

Seventy percent of government offices suffered damages.

She stated: “It is estimated that it will cost the government over $11 million to repair or rebuild schools and offices that were impacted, nearly $7 million of this repair cost is accounted for by school structures and contents.”

OVERALL IMPACT ON ELECTRICITY Following the passage of Irma, the entire Turks and Caicos Islands experienced a system wide power outage.

On the islands of South Caicos, Grand Turk, Providenciales and Salt Cay the number of electricity transmission poles down or damaged range from 215 to 500 representing 65 to 90 percent in the respective islands, the director said.

Specifically, Providenciales experience 65 percent damage to its poles which accounted for 500, North and Middle Caicos experienced 35 percent which accounted for 60 poles, South Caicos experienced 80 percent damage which accounted for 250 poles down or damaged, Grand Turk has 90 percent which accounted for 450 poles done or damaged and Salt Cay had 65 percent which accounted for 25 poles down or damaged.

She said that in terms of the telecommunications sector the failure of the communications system was

one of the most significant impacts of hurricane Irma, with the TCI experiencing total communication failure across the island chains for both mobile coverage and fixed line services.

Approximately 60 percent of mobile network and 75 percent of fixed access nodes were partially or totally damaged, which affected the overall coordination in response activities and day to day communication in the TCI. COASTAL IMPACT Like many other Caribbean nations, the economy of the TCI is heavily dependent on tourism, with the sector accounting for about 40 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP).

Dr Clerveaux pointed out that the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria resulted in significant degradation of the primary environmental resources on which this sector depends.

She said that 70 percent of all beaches including the worldrenowned Grace Bay beach experienced high levels of erosion.

While physical tourism infrastructure also sustained significant levels of damage which resulted in the closure of some for several months with nearly 90 percent of the hotels in TCI sustaining damage.

“Thousands of people who became unemployed or underemployed are now dependent on Government as a source of shelter and other forms of relief and the impact on the fisheries sector is also significant given the level of damage to fishing vessels many of which were not insured,” she stated.

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UK pledges additional £70m to help rebuild hurricane hit nations

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TCI will soon be in a better position to rebuild storm damaged schools, assist in housing needs and invest in climate change efforts.

United Kingdom’s government has pledged an additional £70 million in grants and £300 million in loan guarantee for the British overseas territories affected by hurricanes Irma and Maria.

The Turks and Caicos Islands, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands will be able to use the additional development assistance for their recovery efforts.

The decision was announced at the UK’s Joint Ministerial Council (JMC) meeting at Lancaster House in London on November 28 and 29.

The JMC is the highest political forum under the 2012 White Paper, which brings together UK ministers, elected leaders and representatives of the overseas territories for the purpose of providing leadership and a shared vision.

During this year’s meeting, leaders of the overseas territories had an opportunity to meet with UK’s prime minister Theresa May. Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson updated May on the impact of the storms on the TCI and the territory’s recovery efforts.

According to a release from the Premier’s Officer, an overview of the damages sustained to housing and other critical infrastructure and the TCI’s priority to rebuild better and prioritise climate change efforts was highlighted at the conference.

Premier Robinson said the need to rebuild schools and government buildings such as HM Prison which was high on the agenda.

Other priorities are to assist in housing needs, invest in critical infrastructure with the private sector, debris management funding and strategy, early warning systems and budget support, she said.

“I welcome the support offered and will finalise our clear requests in a letter to Lord Ahmad in light of this development.

“We are closer to being able to advise our people on a full recovery

plan and what we as a government will be doing in our rebuilding.

“On another note, we have received a draft Socio Economic Report and are awaiting the soon to be finished UN ECLAC Damage and Economic Loss Report that will also provide guidance in our recovery plan.”

The TCI and other British overseas territories are now eligible to receive Official Development Assistance (ODA) from the UK due to changes made to international rules.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the body that sets the rules, recently made amendments to the policy.

It agreed in Paris that aid could be used for short-term help for middleincome countries.

Under previous OECD rules, the Turks and Caicos Islands, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands that were hit by hurricane Irma and Maria in September were unable to receive ODA. All three territories had gross national incomes higher than the benchmark set for countries or territories to be eligible.

The OECD’s Development Assistance Committee (DAC) rejected a UK plan for small island states to be allowed to waive the rules in crisis.

But instead the 30 member countries backed a different plan to use official aid in temporary emergencies but on the crucial condition that no ODA is diverted from existing recipients in the process.

The DAC also agreed to establish a new mechanism for middle-income countries to be reinstated on to the list of ODA-eligible recipients if they suffer a long-term economic decline.

While at the JMC conference, Premier Cartwright Robinson also held a bilateral meeting with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Minister for the Overseas Territories, Lord Ahmad, to discuss constitutional matters, land reform, illegal migration, child safeguarding and the United Kingdom’s response to hurricanes Irma and Maria.

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TCI to tap into multibillion dollar industry

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE CARIBBEAN is rapidly emerging as one of the most attractive destinations for the multibillion dollar industry of business process outsourcing (BPO).

And ready to tap into the trade is the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.

BPO is the contracting of the operations and responsibilities of a specific business process to a thirdparty service provider.

It is worth a massive $140 billion and has a projected growth of $163 million by the end of 2021.

According to the premier, the TCI has the political solidity and geographic positioning to take advantage of the industry.

She listed its advantages: “The TCI is a place for investors, TCI’s political stability, close proximity to the USA, easy access with flights from the UK, USA and Canadian markets, no direct taxation, wellregulated financial services sector, prime undeveloped land, effective judicial system based on English Common Law and our commitment to diversify our economy.

Ministers of Finance, representatives from 26 countries and more than 200 participants attended the first ever Outsourcing Caribbean Conference (OCC) held in Jamaica on Wednesday and Thursday (December 6 and 7).

Delivering the keynote address at the conference, Cartwright Robinson said that globally the outsourcing industry is growing exponentially

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and the Caribbean is well positioned to take advantage of this growth.

She pointed out that several countries in the region had already made outsourcing a staple in their economies.

Highlighting her reasons in support of the Caribbean region assuming a prime role in developing the outsourcing industry she explained that the Caribbean’s location, skilled and comparatively priced labour, labour retention, friendly business environment, high quality of life and modern infrastructure would immensely benefit the field.

She further called on leaders at the conference to commit to a ‘One Caribbean’ approach which would see more collaboration amongst Caribbean countries.

“The industry can have a significant economic and social

impact on the region helping us to achieve our developmental goals,” she said.

The premier said the first ever OCC signals to the rest of the world that the Caribbean is serious about improving the conditions of the region and on attracting, retaining and growing outsourcing businesses.

“The Turks and Caicos Islands is proud to support this groundbreaking initiative,” she said.

The conference featured panellists from across the Caribbean and North America and included representatives from critical regional institutions such as UWI, CSEC and Caricom (CSME).

The OCC is a Regional Investment Promotion Conference of Caribbean Export Development Agency and the Caribbean Association of Investment Promotion Agencies of which Invest TCI is an active member.

About 2% of population living with HIV infection – Health professional reveals current statistics

BY DAISY HANDFIELD ABOUT 600 people in the Turks and Caicos Islands have been diagnosed with HIV, according to representative from the Health Promotion Advocacy Unit, Nora Tyndall.

This information was shared over the weekend during a special breakfast held in Providenciales to commemorate World Aids Day, which is celebrated on December 1 each year.

She said: ¨Last year we had 24 new cases of HIV/Aids; to date for this year we have 17 persons.

“It is a struggle because we find persons who are tested are

scared to come out for treatment and we have to break down these barriers.”

Dr Rufus Ewing, former premier of the TCI and PAHO International Consultant, who was also present at the breakfast brought remarks.

He stated that in some sense HIV/ Aids has been overshadowed by other illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension.

He said: “HIV/Aids was not just seen as an illness to address, but it was seen as a development challenge; it is an issue of development.

“We have this challenge of eradication of HIV and I say a challenge because some people feel

as though it cannot be eradicated, but it is a goal that has been set.

“We as a nation and the Caribbean region have made a significant stride in tackling HIV/Aids.

“We have been able to help the mother to children transmission of HIV.” Dr Ewing also explained that people living with HIV can now have a longer life due to proper healthcare.

“The life of an individual with HIV/Aids will increase; before they were dying steady.

“Now that more and more people are getting treatment, those numbers will increase.”

ACCORDING to data released by the Department of Statistics, 53 percent of babies born at TCI hospitals during the first nine months of 2017 were to Haitian mothers, followed by babies of TCI mothers with only 25.8 percent.

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Twisted stats

The figures may not reflect the population. Many TCI women have their babies in the USA to obtain US citizenship.

being abused by the female Haitian population that is lucky enough to reach her shores.

Those in authority need to take action to rectify this situation.

An ignored issue Crisis is coming This really should come as no surprise

That’s exactly what started the crisis in Nassau, Bahamas. More Haitian births than Bahamians.

When I worked in Nassau as a student nurse there were no beds for Bahamian mothers on the maternity ward.

That’s their goal to have at least one child wherever they land because they feel that having a child is their pathway to residency or citizenship.

I think the only thing it does is drain our resources such as education and healthcare.

They want social services to pay their copay, but have money to buy minutes all day to call Haiti and save thousands to pay human traffickers.

It puts us lower in the literacy scale in the Caribbean because many of them cannot read even their own language.

They don’t want to assimilate in our society eg. they don’t want to pay rent and most of them work and earn a salary - most of which is sent back to their home, Haiti.

They begin building shanti towns then have nerve and audacity to tell you that it’s ‘God’s country’.

They should be sent back to Haiti to have medical care and birth their children.

US citizens

I guess everyone in the TCI wants those American passports.

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to anyone. It has been an established pattern for some time now and in all likelihood, will increase.

The Haitian contingent already outnumbers all others and will probably vastly do so in the forthcoming years.

The real question is whether there will be assimilation into the TCI culture or whether the whole fabric will change, including perhaps Government itself.

For those in power dissatisfied with that, it is simply hard luck. You reap what you sow.

The whole issue of immigration has been a fiasco and wantonly ignored.

New Haiti

The powers that be need to quickly address the ‘Haitian exodus to the TCI’ issue that has plagued this country for so long.

Soon there will be no more Belongers. The TCI will be the new Haiti if it isn’t already.

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CDM road to resilience conference in Nassau Bahamas

TCI receives $70,000 to rebuild and repair battered schools

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TCI has been given an extra $70,000 to rebuild and repair government schools that sustained extensive damage during hurricanes Irma and Maria.

The cash comes from the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) - an interregional network of independent emergency units throughout the Caribbean region.

CDEMA presented the cheque to Minister of Home Affairs with responsibility for Disaster Management Vaden Williams, at the 10th Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM) Conference in the Bahamas on Monday (December 4).

The conference is the Caribbean’s premier event on disaster risk management which is annually convened to demonstrate best practices emerging from CDEMA’s 18 participating states and regional and international partners.

CDM is the region’s brand of disaster risk management and contributes to the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), a blue print for global actions in DRR. Executive director of CDEMA Ronald Jackson, who presented the cheque, stressed that it was important for CDEMA to acknowledge the support of the Caribbean citizens’ effort, in supporting affected CDEMA states.

He said: “We were happy to provide the resources on their behalf to the TCI in support of their school restoration efforts.”

Minister Williams said that money will go a long way in the territory’s reconstruction efforts.

“I welcome this donation on behalf of my Government and the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“It will greatly assist with the rebuilding and repairing of schools that were damaged by the storms and expedite a sense of normalcy to our students, by returning them as soon as possible to their traditional school facilities.

“I wish to thank CDEMA and the citizens of the Caribbean who have made it possible for this offer, and support to our people.”

Delivering the keynote address at the conference prime minister of the Bahamas, Hubert Minnis reminded the gathering the region is one of the most hurricane-prone areas in the world.

He stressed that this risk threatens the its fragile economies, and urged the various nations to have in place sound disaster risk management systems.

“This conference is being held in the aftermath of several devastating storms which ploughed through our region this year, leaving massive destruction in their wake.

“Hurricanes Irma and Maria are hurricanes we will long remember.

“Sadly, the economic, environmental, social and psychological damage will remain for quite some time.”

He said that hurricane Irma affected Antigua and Barbuda, Anguilla, St Maarten, St Barts, St Kitts and Nevis, the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Barbados, Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

“Hurricane Maria unleashed its destructive fury on Dominica, Guadeloupe, the US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Turks and Caicos, Cuba and on Ragged Island in The Bahamas, which was devastated by the monster storm and was left uninhabitable.

“The final death toll for Puerto Rico is still unknown. Most of the residents of Puerto Rico remain without electricity.

“There was unprecedented destruction to the Commonwealth of Dominica, with about 30 people killed and many thousands left homeless.

“Hurricane Maria reminded us of the potential for the utter destruction of entire countries in our region.”

Minnis said the monster storms served as a reminder that the region must act collectively and continue to press through Caricom, the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) the United Nations and in other international forums, for the promised assistance from developing nations to help others to mitigate against the effects of climate change.

The CDM conference is an endorsed regional event of the United Nations International Strategy for

Disaster Reduction.

It is structured to strategically influence niche audiences, promote good practice, share ongoing research and chart the way forward for the advancement of CDM in the Caribbean.

This year’s theme was ‘CDM: The road to resilience check point 2017 - Building resilience through partnerships’.

One of the key sessions at this year’s conference was entitled ‘Teachable moments: Lessons emerging from the rapid review of the hurricanes Irma and Maria response.’

It provided the opportunity for the Turks and Caicos Islands to share its damage assessment strategies, as well as lessons learnt, as the territory charters a new course towards building resilience.

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Coastal erosion threatens TCI’s tourism industry, says Premier

BY OLIVIA ROSE CRITICAL assessments have revealed that four to five feet of coastal erosion took place at the popular Grace Bay beach during the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria.

This is according to Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson who recently told a high-level CaricomUN Pledging Conference that this extensive coastal damage paints a lucid picture of the adverse effects of climate change.

She acknowledged the dire need

for the Turks and Caicos Islands to fully engage in coastal protection efforts, since rising disaster and climate risk is threatening to undo much of the territory’s impressive development over the last few years.

Pointing to specific undertakings by her administration to mitigate the effects of climate change locally, the premier noted that a Climate Change Committee was appointed and a draft policy statement on climate change adaptation with a green paper will be released in the near future.

This is being done to ensure that provision for climate change

Grace Bay on September 8, the morning after hurricane Irma

adaptation is included in all national strategies, policies, programs and operations.

She said: “Having to prepare for the category three hurricane Maria and only two weeks after hurricane Irma can be a viable indication that there may a shorter return period of high intensity weather events of this nature.

“With such low lying areas, in August we have also agreed a Caribbean Development Bank

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Contact with the beyond WE HAVE heard and read of extra-terrestrial contact in dreams. But could contact with the beyond occur in broad daylight?

A local person was driving home on a highway about midday when somehow as he drove he gazed up from the wheel and witnessed the experience of his life.

The sky opened and there was a wide stairway leading further into the heavens but without stairs or steps.

The sky had a bluish colour without being blue which he had not seen before nor afterwards even though when driving or walking he constantly gazed skyward to compare the colours with what he saw surrounding the stairway in the sky.

The colour cannot be properly described since there is nothing like it here on earth. The stairway had no steps as we know it but represented a wide, open space with a smooth glassy look.

On both sides of the stairway was a handrail. But again, this was different.

The rails had a silk looking, smooth white colour and seemed to resemble ropes rather than the normal wooden handrails.

They also appeared strong and firm but with no physical support and were suspended.

You could not walk between them resting your hands on both

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Oliver Mills is a former lecturer in education at the UWI Mona Campus. He holds a BA (Hons.) UWI, an M.Ed. Dalhousie Univ., an MA University of London, and a Postgraduate Diploma in HRM and Training, Leicester Univ.

(CDB) loan and grant funding together with government funding to conduct a consultancy on building critical climate resilient sea defences in our most vulnerable islands.

“Research trends have revealed that changing climate attributes to future weather systems that can be as equal or more deadly in intensity.”

‘CLIMATE CHANGE IS REAL’ Premier Cartwright Robinson at a press conference in October stated that climate change is real and the Government is not going to deny it.

“Our position is: it is real, something is changing, something is happening, and while we can’t duck and dodge or ignore it we have to build a resiliency towards it.”

with a soul connected to another realm which fashioned the experience?

Why was there no traffic to and fro on an otherwise busy highway? Who, or what controlled entry and exit?

While having the experience of the staircase in the sky, why did the car not skid off the highway but kept moving straight along?

Who or what controlled it then?

Are there soul energies in nature that contact earthly beings psychically receptive to their messages?

Does the sensitivity of the soul open us to visions that reveal another place and time in the universe?

Does openness replace readiness for new experiences from other dimensions?

And are we initially from another dimension and occasionally are contacted to remind us where we came from, and that we are not alone?

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at the same time for support because of the unusually wide open space between them. But if you walked near to them on either side, you could hold on for support.

No activity occurred in the space between the hand rails, and although this space had a glassy appearance it seemed you could walk on it without difficulty, although it ascended steeply into the sky above.

Then something dramatic happened. The driver of the car heard a voice through telepathy. It said: “You need to slow down now or you will miss your turn.”

He obeyed and saw that indeed if he had kept on he would have missed the turn and would have to reverse the car to turn through the side road which led to his home.

What power was this that moved the clouds away and replaced them with such a picturesque scene? And where did the voice come from advising the driver to turn?

Was the driver spiritually aware,

She added that over the last few months, staff of the Ministry of Public Works attended training sessions on climate resilience hosted by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) which has its headquarters in Barbados.

“At those seminars they would’ve done some training in building roads in resilience to climate change.

“So we have already taken action showing that we believe that climate change is real unlike some heads of government.”

She emphasised that in order to protect the socioeconomic gains and make development efforts in the territory sustainable, efforts to build

TURKS and Caicos Aids Awareness Foundation (TCAAF) held a special breakfast in commemoration of World Aids Day, which is celebrated on December 1.

The initiative was hosted over the weekend in Providenciales under the theme ‘My health, my rights’ and was attended by community members and representatives from TCAAF. Galmo Williams, president of TCAAF and former premier of the TCI, explained that instead of the usual cocktail dinners, the foundation wanted to do something different.

He said: “We thought that we would have a breakfast session because it is fresh in the day and it is a time for us to remember our loved ones who have passed and those who are still fighting this deadly disease.”

Williams added that the foundation plans on doing something slightly different in

2018, in terms of reaching those in the community living with HIV/Aids.

Nora Tyndall, representative from the Health Promotion Advocacy Unit, in her remarks said that one must lead, strengthen expand the response to HIV and Aids.

She said that this also includes preventing the transmission of HIV and providing support to those already living with the virus.

“The UN has a 90, 90, 90 mandate. Ninety percent of people living in the community must be tested and out of that 90 percent, 90 percent must be on treatment and another 90 percent should be undetectable.

“In order for us to meet those 90, 90, 90 initiatives, we must take a stand. We must help the persons living with HIV and Aids and help those people out there who have not been tested.

“We must look for them, bring them out to be tested and treated correctly,” she said.

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Hurricane season 2017 is now over

BY DELANA ISLES DR VIRGINIA Clerveaux has stated that the Turks and Caicos Islands weathered a very active hurricane season better than most of its neighbours in the Caribbean region, for which it should be commended.

“A lot of nations are still grappling with the level of damage they sustained, but I will say that we were prepared,” the Director of the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME) said during a recent interview with the Weekly News.

“The level of preparedness that I have observed, though some might have been last minute when some people realised the storm was not changing course, it was good.”

Hurricane Irma, made landfall in the Turks and Caicos Islands on September 7 and passed between 32 to 36 miles south of the chains of islands which resulted in the territory experiencing the strongest side of the storm.

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climate and disaster resilience are essential.

The TCI has since conducted a feasibility study and designs for coastal protection works in Grand Turk, North, Providenciales and Salt Cay. A shoreline management plan will also be created to protect the Islands’ coastlines using climate-resilient approaches.

This project will be supported by a $440,000 loan, a $50,000 grant allocated from resources provided by the European Investment Bank under the Grant Facility for Climate Action Support to CDB, and counterpart funding of $289,000 from the TCI Government.

Climate change refers to a broad range of global phenomena created predominantly by burning fossil fuels, which add heattrapping gases to the Earth’s atmosphere.

These phenomena include the increased temperature trends described by global warming, but also encompass changes such as sea level rise, ice mass loss in Greenland, Antarctica, the Arctic and mountain glaciers worldwide, shifts in plant blooming, and extreme weather events.

marked the anniversary of hurricane Ike’s landfall in the TCI as a category four storm nine years ago.

Giving an overview of the damage sustained, Dr Clerveaux recalled that hurricane Irma resulted in widespread catastrophic damage throughout the TCI, leaving no island or cay untouched, with the worst affected islands being Salt Cay, South Caicos, Providenciales and Grand Turk.

Two weeks after the impact of that storm and while still grappling with the early recovery stage, the TCI once again had to move into response mode for another major storm, she recalled.

“Hurricane Maria followed the exact same path of hurricane Irma, making landfall in the TCI passing between 35 to 105 miles off the islands as a category three storm on September 21.

“Needless to say, the passage of Maria in such close proximity to the TCI further aggravated and complicated the efforts to recover from Irma while creating new challenges of its own.

“Unlike Irma which was a wind storm, Maria was a rain maker with storm surge up to six feet.”

Before 2008 the last major storm to have impacted the TCI was hurricane Donna in 1960, which marks 48 years of no major storm impacting the TCI. But between 2008 and 2017, in less than ten years the TCI has been directly or indirectly impacted by about 10 storms.

Dr Clerveaux noted that the frequency of impact coupled with the size of the storms speaks to the vulnerability of the TCI as a result of its location within the hurricane belt and changing climatic conditions that are resulting in the emergence of new hydro meteorological storms.

She stated that going forward her department in conjunction with the Government will be reviewing and updating their various plans, namely shelter, hurricane, national disaster management and relief plans.

“We are going to look at these plans and see how we can further

strengthen them in areas that they need to be strengthened and we will also be looking at how can we make some of them more flexible to facilitate whether it is relief agencies coming into the country or first response teams.”

The director also stated that public education and awareness were high, reflective in the fact that there were no casualties or injuries during the passage of either storms.

However, she is also calling on residents to volunteer to the DDME before, during and after a storm hits the Islands, stating that there could

never have too many volunteers in times of disaster.

“I would definitely want to encourage more persons - don’t wait for the department to contact you, if you think you have a skill or a hobby and you think you can be of use to the department come to us, contact us.

“You can even go to our website and find out information as to how you can assist us because when you are dealing with a major storm your day to day resources will be overwhelmed and we will have to depend on external resources,” she encouraged.

Former environmentalist admitted to TCI Bar JUDITH Garland has followed in her uncle’s footsteps to become an attorney of the Supreme Court of Turks and Caicos Islands.

She was admitted to the Roll of Attorneys on November 15 alongside sponsoring attorney Carlos W Simons QC. During the ceremony, Garland said she was “deeply honoured” and considered the accolade a “privilege”.

“My path to this point did not start within the field of law, but rather I started my career in the environmental field.

“The study of law with its inherent discipline seemed so unreachable.

However, during my career, I have always dealt with matters that swayed me into the legal realm.

“Practising law however came into sharp focus when I read the LLM in Environmental Law and Policy.

“However, the real inspiration came from my uncle Carlos Simons QC who has always led a distinguished career in law; and who serves as a model for me and so many others in our community today.

“I am therefore very excited about

Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale Carlos Simons QC

transitioning into this new career path; and even more grateful to be a part of the firm where he is a senior partner.”

Garland is employed with Miller Simons O’Sullivan and received tutelage under Jonathan Katan, Esq. “I wish to thank the partners of Miller Simons O’Sullivan for this opportunity, and I especially recognise Jonathan Katan for his skilful and thorough approach at imparting the law, which has so far been very rewarding,” she said.

“Thanks also to the other attorneys, Louise and Mark and the support staff of MSO for their helpfulness.

“However, I owe this moment to my mother who is my rock and who has stood by me throughout this journey.

“Added to her support have been my two brothers Mark and Anthony and my two lovely children, Olympia and Orrin, all of whom I owe a debt of gratitude.

“I also express appreciation to my extended family, aunts, uncles,

cousins; and my family at St Monica’s Anglican Church for their support and well wishes.

“Special thanks to my very close friends, Paula Brooks and Robert d’Arceuil. Paula for her unwavering friendship and encouragement; and Robert for his selfless acts of kindness, particularly for staying many hours tutoring me throughout my LLB. “I also recognise Gordon Kerr of Misick and Stanbrook in helping me realise this achievement.”

Garland went on to say that along with achievements in her career life, she has also experienced disappointments and setbacks.

“However, I subscribe to the wellknown quote: ‘All misfortunes are but a stepping stone to fortune.’

“With that said, in my previous career I had the good fortune of spearheading and contributing to several projects of national interest, including the National Parks System, the National Environmental Centre and the new Land Registry in Grand Turk to name a few.

“I am confident that my entry into this noble profession will be equally rewarding and beneficial.”

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Caribbean Airlift Council Dear Editor, Airlift is a major Caribbean problem that deserves top priority because it is vital for tourism and trade, subsequently for the economic wellbeing of all population members of the Caribbean communities.

The problem has been acknowledged for many years. Just check the online archives of the news media to find the evidence. No one has come up with a true common solution.

How to solve the airlift problem?

It is quite complicated. Already because of the geography and the many jurisdictions.

Try to define the Caribbean. It could be any area between Bermuda and Guyana, and include the coastal areas of Central America. Yet, the countries need each other’s air transport connections.

It is not a kind of project where one should expect to have a complete universal solution at once for all.

It will most likely come in steps and building blocks. That is acceptable as long as the end result is a ‘Caribbean House’ that all feel comfortable to live in.

Part of the problem is the word ‘unifying’. So, let’s post the question to a person who has an objective perspective on airlift matters and panoramic view of Caribbean issues,

the Minister of Transportation of the island St Tosia, the fictitious Honourable Duncan Vanderbeest.

“Unifying the Caribbean? Can it be done? Yes! Am I sure? No! Where lies the challenge?

“The first challenge is that one would have to unite while leaving all the differences intact!

“The second challenge is that there are more jokers around than a Caribbean comedy festival could stand.

“Last but not least, and don’t tell my colleagues that I have said this, or else they may have evil come upon me in a next summit, but, I couldn’t tell one ‘Honourable’ from another; they all sound alike.”

End quote. Wow! Thank you mister minister, as it is an exception to hear the powerful talk as candidly as the powerless.

The solution may be a Caribbean Airlift Council. An institution that is independent from governments.

It cooperates with governments and advises them when asked, yet, it is credible and highly respected to also urgently suggest and be accepted even when not asked.

Where does that leave the representation of the public sector, the various business organisations or interest groups?

The expression ‘interest groups’

says a lot. They usually pursue a particular interest that is on their mind and they have organised themselves for that purpose.

There are three interest segments: aviation, tourism and investment.

The Caribbean Airlift Council will cooperate with all of them and communicate, but remain impartial and independent.

If the council is just a mediator in such a complicated environment, why fiddle around with a healing middleman and not immediately call a priest?

Not so pessimistic! This is about new life and when differing circumstances meet, creativity is encouraged.

The primary task of the council is finding realistic solutions for any airlift issue that has not been dealt with (past, current, and future) with a satisfactory result.

This global definition in itself creates an immense field of issues. It serves all airlift stakeholders thus not just the aviation industry, but rather also the travel and tourism interests, and to a lesser degree the investment segment.

The council activities could include, consulting and advise, study, mediation, certification (eg.

Caribbean Friendly Sky concept).

Several other activities may be

included but cannot be listed here.

The council shall not copy the activities which agencies or organisations are doing or supposed to do.

If nothing else, it will simply outdo these actors with faster and better solutions. There are many issues that need a solution for once and for all, and rather sooner than later.

The reason why these needs exist so widely, is because they have never been dealt with on such a broad base.

Maybe attempted on a smaller scale or a narrower base, but they have not resulted in accomplishments that serve all governments, communities or interest groups in the region.

Sometimes it may have been the lack of foresight or appropriate competence; other times it was the political meddling.

The council should NOT get any authority. If it was given authority, it may already encounter resistance by a foreseeable number of egos.

Yet, the fact that the council is an authority on the airlift subject itself, may be its most powerful instrument to have its influence and impact.

Anyone who ignores the work or advise of the Council might be considered foolish. The entity, should be strong-minded, un-distractible, and remain focused at all times on

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carrying out the mission leading to the objective of solving Caribbean airlift problems.

The unit should be totally integer, impartial, unbiased, neutral, and have no hidden agendas. Therefore, the council shall be respected by all.

Creating the right organisational structure and its procedures is a challenge for itself. The members and affiliates of the council should be competent movers, and not wellworded followers.

Titles are meaningless; it is not about who a person is, but rather what the person can do.

Efficiency must rule; wasting time or energy is a no-no; mediocracy is considered failure.

In their idle time, some people dream. One Caribbean may be such a dream or just an illusion.

Who really wants one Caribbean anything anyway, let alone a Caribbean Airlift Council? Defining and determining why to unify, may already be a tougher issue to find a consensus on, than the unification process itself.

Who will make it happen, a messiah or a navigator?

Looking at the conceivable tasks ahead, one would almost believe that this is a great script for either a Hollywood box office hit or TV soap opera scenario.

Maybe this all remains food for thought; maybe it could be an appetizer.

Cdr Bud Slabbaert

COMMENTARY

Confusing news THIS octogenarian is confused.

Well into my ninth decade and we have seen and experienced a lot.

The news coming at us today is confusing.

The Euro nations have just decided to outlaw all fossil fuel vehicles in the next 20 years. Will Euro trains, planes and ships still run on diesel and jet fuel?

The Germans tried to generate a healthy proportion of their electrical power via solar.

Germany, with limited sunshine? The programme failed to make economic sense.

In Florida, the ‘Sunshine State’, a huge investment created the largest array of solar panels in the world.

They now generate only two percent of the Florida P&L power. The rest comes from natural gas and nuclear.

How will Europeans generate

BY DAVID TAPFER

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 27 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

enough power to recharge electric autos without fossil fuel? Nuclear I assume.

France has a wonderful nuclear power system with needed standardised nuclear plants.

The world needs to adapt the French system. The sooner the better.

Russia pollutes the world with the radioactive debris from Chernobyl, built without a containment enclosure, it killed thousands.

They were building a Chernobyl

style plant in Cuba, not far away.

The Japanese, after suffering wartime nuclear bombs, built an atomic plant that is spilling nuclear waste water into the Pacific Ocean daily.

Tainted Pacific and Atlantic Ocean water blend. Will Godzilla soon return?

We are on a path to eliminate global warming from fossil fuels but are ignoring the increase in nuclear waste and pollution from toxic

elements in huge and numerous expired waste batteries!

After years of preaching equal rights for woman, gals are now insisting on hands off and no suggestive comments in society or the workplace.

No sexual harassment is a good thing. Should woman wear miniskirts, plunging necklines and other alluring attire then employ alluring actions without expecting to attract responsive action?

Meanwhile the unborn do not have the right to safety in the womb, their right to life!

The world is on this globalisation and equal rights path. We want to tear down the walls of ethnic differences and treat all humankind equal.

Hooray for that! It is confusing then why those who promote this laudable goal are erecting fences around themselves creating organisations that box themselves into a specific ethnic category.

The small country of North Korea is investing its treasury into building nuclear weapons.

Dictator Kim Jong-un is threatening the world including his neighbour on the north, China.

China militarily supported North Korea in the 1950s Korean war. Southern neighbour and democratic South Korea became a rich separate nation building a range of products from TVs to autos which they sell to the world while Jong’s North Korea slips into poverty.

History’s modern military dictators, Hitler, Tojo, Mussolini, Hussein all used their power to ruin their small countries with military investments and war.

North Korea now moves in the same exact direction. The world is obviously confused on the reasons why?

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What is the law?

– PART ONE

Dear Editor, In January 1986, Lloyd Rodney and myself were called to the Bar in the Turks and Caicos Islands Supreme Court on the same day. That was fully over 30 years ago.

My dear friend and colleague, Rodney, I believe, has already argued his best case ever with Saint Peter for entry into the pearly gates.

But, getting back down to Earth here in the Turks and Caicos Islands, I reflect that since then, beyond only Ariel and Carlos, Lloyd and myself, there are now several Caribbean lawyers and others in practice.

From only four back then to a multitude now. Which brings me to the question - what is the law? With the fundamental question being what are the lawyers in the law in the Turks and Caicos Islands doing about justice?

The law for me has always been about the pursuit of justice for all.

‘Justice’ as defined by Plato who said: “It is right to give every man his due.”

An ideal objective for pursuit in an imbalanced world operating within the dynamics of social, economic, and varying forms of political and historically derived inequalities and iniquities.

The powerful do not readily yield concessions to the weak and this is as true in the law as it is in all the other spheres of human existence.

What do I mean?

In March 2003, the US and her cohorts, inclusive of the UK, embarked on a fabricated case to invade Iraq.

Article Two of the United Nations Charter supported by the will of the British people marching some one million strong was public expression by the people against the war.

The elected government, in a properly functioning democracy, would have respected the people’s will.

Instead, by reference to the hidden and previously effected ‘Downing Street Memorandum’, then Prime Minister Tony Blair had a year before signed off on a commitment to the US to take Britain to war regardless.

The rule of international law was thus violated. But, what power then or now is there to bring the dogs of

war to heel or justice?

That was unlawful conduct at the international level which cost one million Iraqi lives and 14 years on still counting.

At the domestic level, here in the Turks and Caicos Islands, may I remind a younger generation of lawyers, more trained than qualified to fight for justice, that the law is not solely about making money.

At its most noble and best it is an instrument through which meaningful social change and progress can be peacefully actualised.

That champion of human rights and justice, Attorney Lloyd Rodney, by way of contrasting example, it was who brought a constitutional point to the attention of the Court of Appeal and it was confirmed thenceforth that all impoverished defendants facing serious criminal charges were entitled to be defended at the public expense, in compliance with a constitutional provision, thus commencing the era of ‘legal aid’ defence in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Many young defence counsel benefit in their practice today by being assured fees for doing such defence work, while failing to appreciate that it was Rodney’s advocacy which laid that foundation.

There are, each year, a myriad of other worthy causes similarly to be advanced, advocated and supported to fruition.

Where are those lawyers amongst this younger generation of legal practitioners?

Need I add the advancing of the case against Cable and Wireless’ ultra vires, charges, the advocacy of the cause, fully supported by him to the point of his imprisonment at Her Majesty’s Prison and his unconditional release after having forced the hand of the British government through Amnesty International to release and repent.

Repentance at the local level came in the form of his successful legal action for monetary compensation; albeit the jury was wilfully misdirected by the then Chief Justice that there was a limitation on the level of money to be awarded for that unlawful incarceration. Which young lawyer would so stand today?

Courtenay Barnett

Site plan of the proposed Grand Turk animal sanctuary

Grand Turk animal sanctuary moves closer to construction AN ANIMAL sanctuary to provide water, food and medical supplies for the equine population on Grand Turk is one step closer to becoming a reality.

The initiative is being spearheaded

by Michael Fenimore through his charity TCI AWARE and will soon see an artist rendering of what the entire facility will look like upon completion.

Fenimore’s charity, which was created in March 2016, is centered on alleviating the main problem facing the donkeys, mules and horses - such as lack of food, fresh water and proper medical attention - by building an unpenned animal sanctuary at North Wells in Grand Turk.

On November 20, he met with an architectural designer out of Ontario Canada, Joris Keeren of Keeran Design Inc, to inspect the location where the sanctuary will be located.

Fenimore explained to the Weekly News what sparked the visit: “Joris Keeren reached out to me in November 2016 and graciously offered to help our cause by donating his company’s time and resources to assist in the design and procurement of architectural plans for our animal sanctuary located in North Animal Wells, Grand Turk.”

He added that last month Keeren and his wife Melisssa Mosey, long

time visitors to the Turks and Caicos Islands, returned on vacation, now their 10th visit to the territory.

“As promised Joris touched base with me again to set up a site visit and to further discuss the charity’s plans for the animal sanctuary.

“The visit to the site gave Joris the first-hand knowledge needed to begin the process of taking our concept one more step closer to breaking ground,” Fenimore said.

Following the site visit, Keeren told the Weekly News that he and his wife are avid animal lovers, and are keenly interested in the welfare of the equine population in their home country.

He said that coming to the TCI and learning about the plight of the donkeys, mules and horses in Grand Turk along with TCI AWARE’s efforts to alleviate their suffering, he was keenly interested in assisting and advancing Fenimore’s cause.

“I met Mike a little over a year ago, I’d read about him in an article; about three years ago while on vacation in the TCI I had actually run into a donkey on Provo that was neglected and a few of the local people were trying to get them to safety but that didn’t work out.

“That was my first interaction with a donkey on the island.

“But we’ve always been involved in helping the dogs on island through Potcake Place and TCSPCA, and we probably brought about five or six dogs back to Canada from here, so we are very interested in animal welfare here on the island.”

Keeren said he is hoping to contribute to Fenimore’s efforts in two ways: “One is through my professional design business in Canada, we will participate in designing the building that are required, and with some money as well.”

Commenting on his and his wife’s first visit to Grand Turk, Keeren said he wanted to get a lay of the land and see it in person as well as interact with some of the animals on the island.

The Canadian couple were treated to a narrated guided tour of the capital followed by a more detailed visit to the future site of the sanctuary and surrounding area.

Meanwhile, as he continues to raise funds, Fenimore is encouraging anyone interested in the project to contribute whatever they can via the charity’s Go Fund Me page www. gofundme.com/2hnucec.

He is hoping to raise some $75,000 that he will use to construct the animal sanctuary, and purchase food and medical supplies for the animals. (DELANA ISLES)

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Ives Adelaide Handfield-Oemler – A pioneer in Turks and Caicos Islands education

support the teaching and learning process in the overseas territories.

As a result of this initiative, her school was able to prepare students to write the London Common Certificate (LCC) and the Jamaica Local Examinations (JLE).

These were commendable initiatives on her part as they assisted some of her students to be gainfully employed and to matriculate into institutions overseas, particularly in Jamaica.

Mrs Oemler retired from the teaching profession in 1979 after 41 years of committed and dedicated service.

She could proudly boast of four generations that she taught namely: Mary Smith-Forbes; Rosina Forbes; Lisa Handfield; Dural Handfield.

Very few teachers can boast of being in the profession for that period of time and having such an accomplishment under their belts.

BY HUMUTAL HANDFIELD AND CARLTON MILLS MS IVES Adelaide Oemler (affectionately known as Aunty Laide) was born in Bottle Creek, North Caicos on July 13, 1921, to parents Samuel and Sarah Handfield.

She enjoyed what can be described as a marvellous childhood with her other siblings Irene, Samuel, Timothy and James and was well loved by her family.

Mrs Oemler received her early education under the tutelage of Mrs Albertha Seymour. She was desirous of a good education which was obvious from an early age.

Her parents were supportive of her in pursuit of this quest despite the limited opportunities available at the time.

Because of her positive attitude, her parents provided her with the opportunity to pursue external examinations which she successfully passed.

Unfortunately, for such a brilliant young lady, there were limited opportunities to pursue further studies in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

She therefore had to settled for teaching a class at the Bottle Creek Primary School. This was the door that opened to a career spanning over some 40 years.

TEACHING CAREER During Mrs Oemler’s era, teaching was one of the few professional careers on North Caicos that a young person could pursue.

For most young men, farming and fishing were the main options of the day.

The only high school available at the time was in Grand Turk. A parent had to be of good financial standing to be able to sustain a child in Grand Turk. Very little assistance in this regard was provided for by the Government.

Mrs Oemler was assigned to teach at the Bottle Creek All-Age School in order to demonstrate her ability to teach. This was the key that unlocked her career opportunity.

She was later transferred to the Conch Bar All-Age School (now Doris Robinson Primary School).

She spent three years at this school following which she was transferred to the Bottle Creek All Age-School.

She enjoyed teaching making every class a memorable event. She made every effort to understand children and encouraged them to explore their world. This was her way of motivating and encouraging them to excel.

She was not satisfied with her ability. As a result, she sought after professional development courses in

the Turks and Caicos Islands and the Bahamas to develop herself further.

The more she was exposed, the more excited she became to share her newly found knowledge with her colleagues.

Her goal was not only geared towards self-improvement, but for the overall enhancement of the standard of education in the Islands.

She focussed her attention on the three most critical areas of the day, reading, writing and arithmetic (regarded as the three Rs).

While teaching, she provided the opportunity for her students to freely expressed themselves, be engaging and express their talents as she was desirous of them being able to develop their all-round abilities.

Of course, discipline was the order of the day for her. She would have an occasion where she would take a class in the ‘Big Building’ for what was referred to as ‘mental drills’.

A former student recalled how she would give them mathematical problems verbally to solve.

You had to be able to think quickly and on your feet. If you failed to give her the correct answer, you would receive a flogging.

What many of the students probably didn’t realise was that this was preparing them for life - to be able to think on their feet.

In Bottle Creek, she served under the leadership of the late Raymond Gardiner. When he passed, she accepted the position as head teacher of the Bottle Creek All-Age School (now Adelaide Oemler Primary School, named in her honour).

There were 350 students and six teachers. Her new position was not without challenges. These challenges are what motivated her even further.

She assumed this position in 1967 until she retired in 1979.

While she served as head teacher, she was instrumental in establishing a School Feeding Programme to provide meals for children whose parents could not afford it.

Many of these children had to travel long distances early in the mornings in order to get to school with limited transportation – having to walk from Belmont, Laughland, Richmond and Major Hill. This was no easy task.

She also encouraged the development of a sports programme at the school placing her students in various Houses including Gardiner, Oemler and Handfield – named after outstanding families on the island.

This was done to encourage healthy sporting competitions among the students.

She also introduced the uniform in 1967, light blue blouse and dark blue

skirts for girls and light blue shirts and dark blue pants for the boys.

Mrs Omeler also established an evening class programme to support students who had learning difficulties.

This was an expression of her desire for her students to become the type of citizens to support the growth and development of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Additionally, she encouraged an after-school programme for children who had already left school.

During her era, children who were not able to attend high school had to leave school at 14 years.

Her programme was extended to students up to the age of 18-yearsold. This was evident that she cared about the welfare of children.

Mrs Oemler was particularly concerned about the academic quality of her staff. She wanted to ensure that ongoing professional development was a critical element in their practice so that they could remain on the cutting edge of knowledge.

As a result, she requested teachers from the United Kingdom to support this initiative.

These Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO’s) as they were referred too, were sent out by the United Kingdom Government to

MARRIED LIFE Mrs Oemler developed an intimate relationship with Herbert (Hobbie) Oemler which resulted in marriage.

Although they did not have children of their own, they assisted their siblings with their children.

She eventually assumed full responsibility for her nephew Samuel Eagle. Following the death of her brothers, she took full responsibility for their children.

This was a clear demonstration that she was an affectionate, caring and loving woman. Because of this demonstration, many believed that these were her children.

Her home was opened to all. It was often like a public gathering. Children came by seeking assistance in doing their school work while others came to her for free consultation.

Several of the children from Provo who came to school in North Caicos, lived with her. Of note is the fact that the current Director of Education, Mr Edgar Howell and the current Deputy Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Human Services, Mrs Tamera (Howell) Robinson, spent their final few months of high school living with her.

She can be described as a tower of wisdom as she shared her knowledge gleaned from years of experience.

She was also a keen observer and a wise thinker, a jovial woman who loved deeply and gave stern and sound correction.

CHURCH LIFE Mrs Oemler was a faithful member of the Mount Lebanon Baptist Church in Bottle Creek.

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Seven Stars hosts annual Christmas tree lights switch-on

BY DAISY HANDFIELD SEVEN Stars Resort in Providenciales held its annual Christmas tree lights celebration in an effort to give back to the children over the weekend.

The initiative was held at the Seven Stars roundabout in Grace Bay, Providenciales.

Kenneth Patterson, general manager of the resort, explained that the event is aimed at staff member’s children, but the general public is also welcome.

“Tonight is the beginning of Christmas for us because when we light the Christmas tree that is when Christmas really begins for us,” he said.

“It has been a wonderful evening and it has really been about the

children of our staff, so we don’t actually broadcast this to the greater public.

“People often show up because they know it is happening, but this is mainly about our staff´s children and giving them a fun night out.”

The general manager added that it has been a decade since the opening of the resort and that this year’s ceremony is definitely a special one.

“The celebrations were fantastic.

It is our tenth year this year.

“We upped the celebration this year…Santa Claus and Mrs Claus were here. They came in on a specially developed sleigh which runs on the road, as opposed to through the sky.

“It will appear again on Christmas Day and of course we will be adding fireworks.

‘We also had the children’s choir which was also really good and we love hearing their voices and their Christmas carols,” Patterson said.

He also explained why in his opinion, keeping up with the Christmas celebration is vital for the resort and for the territory at large.

“Christmas is extremely important for us, not only as a resort, but also as an island.

“Christmas is the beginning of high season in one respect, but also it is being able to give thanks for what we have.

“It is a combination of the religious side where we give thanks to God for being here in the first place and also thanking him for providing such a wonderful season for us to start off.”

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where she remained until her death.

She was also a devoted Christian.

CONTRIBUTION TO SOCIETY In addition to her long years of service in education, Mrs Oemler made significant contributions to the territory.

She was always concerned and passionate about the students from North Caicos having to attend high school in Grand Turk and South Caicos.

She knew and understood the financial implications that this implied for parents along with the psychological worries that it brought.

She was particularly concerned about the children whose parents were not fortunate enough to send them to high school but who had to seek employment as best they could after leaving primary school.

As a result, she along with the late Hon Charles Misick of Bottle Creek, the late Charles H James (head teacher of the Charles Hubert James Primary in Kew), the late Loris Forbes of Whitby and the late Mrs Jessie Campbell from the Sandy Point Primary School, agitated for the establishment of a secondary school on North Caicos.

They solicited the support of the public through signing of a petition. The support for this initiative was overwhelming.

Mrs Oemler was also a member of the District Board of North Caicos (the governing body of the day), The Scholarship Board, President of the Women’s Federation of North Caicos and Secretary of The Penny

Savers Bank.

She used her influence in these organisations to garner support for the idea of a secondary school for North Caicos.

One year later, the North Caicos Junior High School was established (September 1973) with Mrs Hope James-Hamilton as Principal and teachers Mrs Gwendolyn Williams and Susan Musgrove. Mrs Oemler served as overseer.

This was not an easy road.

Mrs Oemler and the group were dedicated to their cause. They wanted to see the children of North Caicos have equal educational opportunities as those in Grand Turk and South Caicos.

Her hard work was not done in vain as today many of her students boast successful professions.

Among these are pilots such as Clifford Gardiner, Lyndon Gardiner, Paul Gardiner, Ferrington Gardiner, Bennett Gardiner; teachers including Yvette Handfield, Hope James Hamilton, Gwendolyn Gardiner Williams, Valverine Handfield(deceased); lawyers such as Ashwood Forbes, Ariel Misick; entrepreneurs Galmo Williams, Maxwell Handfield, Llewlyn Handfield. Additionally, she produced pastors such as Rev Goldstone Williams, Caleb Williams, the late Bishop Arthur Gardiner, Beatrice Skippings, Lighton Jolly; nurses Hildred Gray, Claudette Gardiner, Jackie Jolly; captains Emmanuel Gardiner, Arthur Handfield, Calvin Handfield; civil engineers Warren Williams; construction pioneer

Chuck Musgrove; musicians Simeon Williams, Washington Williams, Marvin Handfield and politicians including Lillian Boyce, Washington Misick, Michael Misick and Ralph Higgs.

Mrs Oemler was a beacon of hope and an extraordinary pioneer in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Despite her retiring at the age of 70 years, she continued to teach evening classes for children in the neighbourhood.

She later started a pre-school until her health forced her to discontinue. Her Majesty the Queen also saw it fitting to recognise her by bestowing The Badge of Honour on her.

FINAL JOURNEY In January 1987, she fell and fractured her legs. She had numerous surgeries with the hope of correcting the problem.

She was eventually forced to stay in using a walker to assist her in getting around in the house.

In 2002, she lost the functioning of her legs confining her to her bed.

In February 2008, she was hospitalised and in May of the same year she suffered a coma.

She came back from the coma and survived until January 28, 2009, when she passed away.

Mrs Oemler can be described as a virtuous woman. Despite her ailing condition, she continued to smile and entertain people.

She was a lady of character, high morals and standards. She will always remain an icon in education for the people of North Caicos.

Oswald Clifford Francis "King Oz"

The Reverend Dr Peter Arthur Grist THE ANGLICAN Diocese of the Bahamas and the Turks Caicos Islands mourns the loss of the Reverend Dr Peter Arthur Grist who passed away on Thursday, November 30, at Doctors Hospital, Bahamas. He was 75-years-old.

We offer condolences his wife Sally, his children Peter Jr and Mary, his son-in-law Sam and his three grandchildren.

We thank God for his life and ministry as we mourn his passing.

Peter Grist was born in Dowdeswell Street, Nassau, on April 10, 1942. He attended Southern Junior School and St John’s College. He grew up in St Barnabas Church, New Providence.

He was employed at Bahamas Gas, Bahamas Supply and Air Conditioning and IBM Bahamas, before testing his vocation at Salisbury and Wells Theological College in the United Kingdom.

He was ordained deacon on May 23, 1974, and priest on November 24, 1975.

During his ministry, he served in Abaco, Exuma, Harbour Island/ North Eleuthera, St Mary the Virgin, NP, and as Anglican Hospital Chaplain.

He retired in December, 2008.

Peter Grist was known to be an extremely hard worker, a builder of people and of buildings. He was a great galvaniser of people and an effective manager.

He was known to be diligent: if he was given a task you could be assured that it would be done and done well.

Peter Grist was a person of great devotion. He approached worship, especially the celebration of the Eucharist, with an extraordinary preparation and singlemindedness that was moving.

The final arrangements are as follows: Friday, December 8 9.30am Street 10am-7pm 7pm

Dr Grist’s body received at St Mary The Virgin, Virginia Public Viewing at St Mary The Virgin The vigil begins. Hourly celebrations of the Eucharist (Public viewing continues between services)

Saturday, December 9 7am 8.15am

9am

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UK funds attendance for one at ‘invaluable’ workshop – Others unable to attend due to travel freeze

BY OLIVIA ROSE

More than 60 chairs, members and clerks of PACs from across the Commonwealth

ONE TCI representative was able to attend a Commonwealth workshop this week despite a parliamentary travel freeze.

Akierra Missick, chair of the TCI Public Accounts Committee (PAC), jetted from the TCI to the London event thanks to funding from the UK. The annual Westminster Workshop gathers parliamentarians from across the Commonwealth to talk about building knowledge and capacity.

This year’s three day event took place at the Houses of Parliament from Monday (December 4).

Due to a recent decision to freeze the House of Assembly’s international travel budget, Member

Missick said: “It is unfortunate… this workshop is invaluable for the development of an effective PAC in the TCI and building capacity for the House of Assembly staff.

“I am grateful to the CPA UK for providing me the opportunity to engage other PAC chairs and clerks on best practices for an efficient and effective PAC through this workshop.”

Missick was selected as a panel expert and during the event gave a presentation on ‘Commonwealth public accounts committees in action - the TCI context’.

She stressed the importance of ensuring the “people’s money” in the TCI is used in the manner intended, procedures for expenditure are

MP Akierra Missick and PAC official from Ghana taking part in a four-day workshop to examine the Government’s spending of public money

of Parliament John Phillips and Deputy Clerk Lydia Butterfield were unable to attend the workshop as planned.

However, according to a press statement, the event organisers Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK (CPA UK), provided partial funding for the attendance of Missick.

followed and ensuring there is value for money in Government spending.

More than 60 members of PACs from across the Commonwealth came together for the event to offer practical, interactive sessions.

A Tax Transparency Workshop by the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) was one highlight.

Deputy Director of the OECD, Grace Perez-Navarro addressing the gathering stressed that “good governance requires a good use of public money.”

Echoing similar sentiments, chair of the UK Public Accounts Committee Meg Hillier, said: “I am pleased to see so many commonwealth PACs working

together to strengthen and improve their committee so taxpayers get the best value for money of public spending.”

The workshop followed on from a series of recent programmes to strengthen PACs in Commonwealth countries.

PACs are aimed at examining public spending to ensure taxpayers money is spent effectively and efficiently.

After the agreement of the 2015 Addis Ababa Action Agenda (AAAA), parliamentarians and policymakers nationally and internationally have become increasingly focused on strengthening tax policies and frameworks as a key means of achieving the sustainable development goals.

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Party goers attend the annual Legal party held at the distillery in Grace Bay

‘Legalites’ turned out in their togas for annual social event THE VIBES were “lit” last Saturday night (December 2) as the highly anticipated grown folks party dubbed ‘Legal’ was pulled at a new location.

Owner of Kalooki’s restaurant and organiser of the Legal party, Malaika Williams told Weekly News that she is happy with the turnout particularly given that the Turks and Caicos Islands was just hit very hard by two major hurricanes.

The twice a year party – held in June and December – saw a good crowd last Saturday night at its new location The Distillery in Grace Bay, Providenciales.

The party is typically hosted at Kalooki’s restaurant in Blue Hills, but after the passage

of hurricane Irma the restaurant suffered massive damages forcing its closure.

Given the recent storms, Williams said she was a bit undecided about hosting the December party.

“But we still had people right after the storm asking us if we are still having the event.

“We were displaced because we usually have it at what was the old Kalooki’s location, but we said hey let’s give it a shot.

“Even though the crowd wasn’t as big as the last one, the vibe was just as big or bigger and we really appreciate people coming out because we know it’s hard on people now right after the storms, but after the storms people wanted something to do,”

Williams said.

Patrons, all above the age of 25, were happy to be out and about last Saturday night, some in their togas and others dressed to impress in party wear.

“Legal was amazing this year, we had a really good turnout. It was mainly for the professional crowd, it’s mainly a dance party for people who like and want to party responsibly,” Williams said.

She added: “People partied from beginning to end. We had it at a new location, The Distillery in Grace Bay - a fantastic location for the party.”

Keeping the crowd happy and in the party mood was TCI Most Wanted DJ Shakes who

performed at the bash for the first time, and was joined by three year ‘Legal’ veteran Kurt Riley.

“We really appreciate the turnout and the response that we got was overwhelming,” Williams expressed.

The all-inclusive party provided party goers with drinks, food which was prepared this year by Kaloooki’s and Turks Kebab, a free toga with every purchase of a ticket, accessories and temporary tattoos at the door and a dance floor with non-stop music from 9pm to 2am.

Legal is now in its six year, held twice a year every year. The next Legal will be held in June 2018, then again in December 2018.

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GARDENING 

HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW

Caterpillars on your oleander?

THOSE oleander caterpillars are Syntomeida epilais, a bright orange caterpillar with tufts of long black hairs, and are a common sight on oleanders in the Caribbean.

The oleander caterpillar can cause considerable defoliation.

This species is the only caterpillar pest of concern on this ornamental plant, although a related species, the spotted oleander caterpillar, Empyreuma affinis Rothschild, may be found occasionally.

The oleander caterpillar is a native of the Caribbean region.

It is a year-round inhabitant of Turks and Caicos Islands but its most common at this time of the year.

The eggs are found in clusters on the underside surfaces of oleander leaves. They are pale cream to light yellow in colour, spherical in shape, and measure less than 1mm in diameter.

The larvae range in length from three to 40 millimetres and are orange with clumps of black hairs arising from black tubercles (bumps) on the body.

Hairs are not urticating (stinging) and handling the larvae will not produce pain unlike certain other hairy caterpillars.

Egg masses can contain from 12 to 75 eggs. First instars hatch in two to six days, depending on the temperature, and eat the shells of their eggs.

The second and third instars (two to four millimetres in length) usually feed gregariously on the underside of leaves, progressively moving down the plant. The gregarious feeding stage averages about 8.5 days in the summer.

Early infestation by the oleander caterpillar is easy to recognise.

The young, gregariously feeding larvae turn the new oleander shoots a light brown colour due to their skeletonising feeding behaviour.

Examination of the underneath surface of these brown leaves or those leaves slightly below the damaged foliage will reveal a group of small larvae.

At this stage the insect is very

easy to control. If caterpillars are allowed to grow beyond the small, gregarious stage, they can inflict a lot of unsightly defoliation on the oleander unless nature or human intervention stops them.

Total defoliation will not kill the plant but, if it occurs repeatedly year after year, the plant may be more susceptible to other pests such as scale insects.

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of caterpillar pests in the landscape.

However, because of the poisonous diet of the oleander caterpillar, birds and small mammals do not feed on this abundant resource.

Several other insect species, however, are able to feed on the oleander caterpillar.

Removal of larvae-infested foliage is the most environmentally friendly method of controlling the oleander caterpillar and is relatively easy on bushes of less than two metres in height.

Simply use a pair of scissors or

pruners to snip off the damaged foliage and the group of feeding larvae.

Put the infested plant material in a plastic bag and freeze for 24 hours to kill the caterpillars. Because of the poisonous nature of the plant sap, care must be taken to wash the hands immediately after disposing of the pruned plant material.

There are no oleander cultivars that are resistant to oleander caterpillar but it has been suggested that dwarf cultivars may be less susceptible.

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Get in touch with us at the Turks and Caicos Weekly News and pitch your idea for a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly column.

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Caribbean countries respond to EU tax haven blacklist ON Tuesday, European Union finance ministers adopted a blacklist of tax havens that included five countries in the wider Caribbean: Barbados, Grenada, Panama, Saint Lucia, and Trinidad and Tobago seen as not cooperative on tax matters.

According to the ministry of finance in Grenada, the reason put forward for Grenada being included on the list was that the country has not signed and ratified the OECD Multilateral Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance as amended and did not clearly commit to addressing these issues by December 31, 2018.

However, the ministry admitted that “inadvertently, Grenada did not provide a timeline for signing the OECD Multilateral Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance”.

The minister of finance has accordingly now written specifying Grenada’s commitment to sign the OECD convention by December 31, 2018, and requesting that Grenada be de-listed.

Panama, which has been in the spotlight since the Panama Papers revelations, immediately called its ambassador to the EU back home for consultations.

“This is a regrettable decision,” President Juan Carlos Varela told reporters. “We feel this is an unfair measure.”

His economy and finance minister, Dulcidio De La Guardia, said on Twitter: “I reject the arbitrary and discriminatory inclusion of Panama on the European Union tax havens list.”

In contrast, prime minister of Saint Lucia, Allen Chastanet, said he was waiting for the letter that accompanies being put on the blacklist so that he could clearly understand what the timelines that have been set out are.

“So before I say anything other than that, I need to be able to wait for the letter to be able to react,” Chastanet said.

Saint Lucian commentator, Melanius Alphonse, highlighted the government’s failure to take

meaningful action to address identified deficiencies or engage in a meaningful dialogue with the EU. “Along with Saint Lucia’s fiscal dilemma and political problems, the EU placing Saint Lucia on the black list for ‘failed criteria’ is indicative of the void in leadership,” he said.

No official word has been forthcoming from Barbados or Trinidad and Tobago.

The Cayman Islands, which dodged the blacklist, was placed on a “grey-list” of more than 40 other countries that have agreed to take steps toward “abolishing harmful tax practices”.

Cayman Finance, the private sector organisation established to promote the Cayman Islands financial sector, said it has worked hard with the Cayman Islands government to address the concerns the European Union has raised.

“We are confident that we will be able to address the areas where the EU requires some further clarification,” Cayman Finance said.

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Cannabis set to be decriminalised in Bermuda A NEW Bill to decriminalise small quantities of cannabis was tabled in Bermuda’s House of Assembly on Friday.

The Misuse of Drugs (Decriminalisation of Cannabis) Amendment Act was formally proposed by Zane DeSilva, the Minister of Social Development and Sport.

The Bill would decriminalise quantities of cannabis less than 7 grams.

However, the Bill states police will still have the authority to seize any amount of cannabis, and the minister shall make regulations to provide for substance abuse education or treatment for those

found with the drug.

A similar Bill was debated and approved by the House of Assembly in May, but the legislation never reached the Senate due to the timing of the General Election.

While both pieces of legislation were aimed at decriminalising quantities of cannabis less than 7 grams, the latest Bill specifies that the Director of Public Prosecutions can still proceed with charges if there is evidence the drugs were intended for supply.

The new legislation also lacks a commencement date. (Royal Gazette)

Burt: EU affirms Bermuda’s tax compliance BERMUDA’S status as a cooperative tax jurisdiction has been reaffirmed by the European Union’s Economic and Financial Affairs Council.

But the British media have highlighted that Bermuda is among 47 jurisdictions warned to take extra steps to prevent corporate tax avoidance.

The island is not on an EU blacklist, but the Economic and Financial Affairs council, known as Ecofin, included the island among states that have agreed to take measures against companies concealing their profits.

The EU report said that Bermuda, along with five other jurisdictions, has pledged to address “economic substance concerns” by the end of 2018.

David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, welcomed the announcement by the EU in the wake of global interest in the hacking of Bermudian-based law firm Appleby.

Bermuda was forced into the spotlight after the leak of millions of documents last month that detailed the tax and financial affairs of wealthy Appleby clients.

Mr Burt said: “The outcome of the Ecofin decision demonstrates Bermuda’s position as a global leader in international tax transparency.

“Bermuda is not a place to hide money, given its Common Reporting Standard and Country by Country

The Caribbean will be recovering from Hurricane Irma for years.

Goodbye to an extremely active hurricane season David Burt, the Premier and Minister of Finance, welcomed the announcement by the EU in the wake of global interest in the hacking of Bermudian-based law firm Appleby.

automatic reporting regimes and membership in the OECD Inclusive Framework on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting.

“Any legitimate tax authority can request and receive information from Bermuda, under 100-plus taxtransparency relationships pursuant to the OECD multilateral tax treaty, and more than 40 bilateral Tax Information Exchange Agreements.”

The Premier said Bermuda “welcomes” continuing dialogue with the EU’s code of conduct group and EU member states.

Mr Burt added in a statement last

night: “Bermuda is a recognised jurisdiction for being transparent and co-operative.

“As recently as last week, I signed a CbC Reporting Agreement with the United Kingdom, the first Overseas Territory to do so.

“Earlier today, Bermuda was reaffirmed by the EU as a tax transparency leader and a cooperative jurisdiction.

“Bermuda has committed to continued engagement with the EU and the OECD to maintain Bermuda’s global leadership in this area.”

LAST Thursday marked the official end of the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season which matched predictions that it would be extremely active.

The season produced 17 named storms of which 10 became hurricanes including six major hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5) – two of them Category 5 hurricanes that left their mark on some Caribbean countries, including Barbuda which was left practically uninhabitable by Hurricane Irma and Dominica which recorded widespread devastation from Hurricane Maria.

The United States’ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said this year was the seventh most active season in the historical record dating to 1851 and the most active season since 2005.

“This was a hurricane season that wouldn’t quit,” said acting NOAA administrator, retired Navy Rear Admiral Timothy Gallaudet.

“The season started early with a storm in April and the peak of the season featured an onslaught of ten successive hurricanes. NOAA forecasters rose to this challenge to keep emergency officials and the public aware of anticipated hazards.”

Although it was a furious season, NOAA said preliminary data show that the National Hurricane Centre issued forecasts with recordsetting accuracy. It added that track forecasts for the three most damaging hurricanes were about 25 percent more accurate than average.

And with the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season now only six months away, Gallaudet has offered some advice ahead of that time: “This is a good time to review and strengthen your preparedness plans at home.”

The NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center will provide its initial seasonal outlook in May, ahead of the June 1 start of the next hurricane season. (Caribbean360)

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Six Caribbean territories eliminate mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis ANGUILLA, Antigua and Barbuda, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Montserrat and St Kitts and Nevis have been certified by the World Health Organization (WHO) as having eliminated mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis.

“This elimination is the result of our strong political commitment to public health and of making the health of mothers, children and families a regional priority,” said Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis Dr Timothy Harris.

“This is an amazing achievement given the high rates of HIV in the past, and we intend to improve on this success story even more in the future.”

Over the last six years, the Caribbean has succeeded in reducing new HIV infections in children by

more than half.

Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and Regional Director for the Americas of WHO, Carissa F. Etienne, said the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV is a remarkable achievement that puts the Americas at the forefront of the global effort to ensure that no child is born with HIV or congenital syphilis.

“With political commitment, stronger health systems, and timely prevention, diagnosis and treatment, we can achieve great changes,” she said.

Michel Sidibé, Executive Director of UNAIDS added that all countries should follow these territories’ example and ensure that every child has an HIV-free start to his or her life.

Reverend Rupert Clarke pleaded guilty to two counts of having sexual intercourse with a person under the age of 16.

Jamaican pastor admits to sexual relations with underage girls A MORAVIAN pastor in Jamaica will know in March next year what punishment he will face for having sex with two girls, both minors, after he admitted to committing the acts.

Reverend Rupert Clarke pleaded guilty to two counts of having sexual intercourse with a person under the age of 16 when he appeared in the St Elizabeth Circuit Court on Wednesday.

The 64-year-old was arrested on December 28, 2016, when police found him in his car with one of the girls in a “compromising position”.

It was subsequently discovered that he had also had a sexual relationship with that girl’s sister when she was under the consent age of 16.

Clarke, who had initially pleaded not guilty, changed his plea at what was just supposed to be a ruling on the prosecution’s application to have his matter transferred to another court.

The pastor who once led the congregation at Nazareth Moravian Church in Manchester continues on bail pending his return to court on March 8, 2018 for sentencing. (Caribbean360)

In 2015, Cuba, another Caribbean island, became the first country in the world to receive validation from WHO for having achieved elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis.

Since the launch in 2010 of the Regional Initiative for the Elimination of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV and Congenital Syphilis in Latin America and the Caribbean—coordinated by PAHO and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), with support from other regional partners—new HIV infections have been reduced in the Caribbean by more than 52% among children, from 1800 in 2010 to fewer than a thousand in 2016. Reported cases of congenital syphilis, meanwhile, remain below the goal of having no more than 50 cases per 100,000 live births, although they have not declined since 2010, and it is likely there is underreporting of cases.

“The elimination of motherto-child transmission of HIV and syphilis is not just a dream; it’s an achievable goal,” said Maria Cristina Perceval, UNICEF Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean. “Today we can say we are closer to ensuring an AIDS-free generation”.

In the Caribbean as of 2016, 74% of pregnant women living with HIV, 64% more than in 2010, had access to antiretroviral therapy to protect their health and significantly

Over the last six years, the Caribbean has succeeded in reducing new HIV infections in children by more than half.

reduce the possibility of transmitting the virus to their children during pregnancy, delivery or breastfeeding.

The increased access to treatment contributed to a 52% reduction in the rate of mother-to-child transmission of HIV between 2010 and 2016, which is now at 9%, still higher than the target of 2%.

Other changes in the health sector that have contributed to this progress include intensive participation by both the public and private health sectors, led by the ministries of health, in the implementation of comprehensive maternal and child health services, with an emphasis on universal coverage and quality antenatal and prenatal care. They also include expanded testing to ensure early detection and immediate treatment for both HIV and syphilis, laboratory networks of guaranteed quality in accordance with international standards and the implementation of essential measures to guarantee the human

rights of women living with HIV. “The validation for the elimination of mother-to-child transmission of HIV and syphilis sends a strong message that the Caribbean is making remarkable inroads to achieving the goal of an AIDS-free generation and the achievement directly aligns with achieving our vision and objectives,” said Dereck Springer, Director of the Pan Caribbean Partnership against HIV and AIDS. “The spread of the disease from mothers to children is being halted, but elimination status must be maintained and other Caribbean countries must strengthen their services with the goal of receiving validation from WHO.” The elimination of mother-tochild transmission of HIV and syphilis is an important milestone for ending AIDS and sexually transmitted infections as public health threats by 2030, commitments endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly and by the World Health Assembly.

Irma saves Bahamas from EU blacklist THE Bahamas was on Monday warned not to “rest on our laurels” after it escaped the European Union’s “blacklist” largely thanks to Hurricane Irma.

While the financial services industry and wider economy “dodged a potential bullet”, this resulted from the EU Council taking pity on the nation as a result of damage inflicted during the recent hurricane season.

The House of Assembly was set this week to debate amendments to finance laws as the government seeks to satisfy requirements for ratifying the Multilateral Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters, something Finance Minister K Peter Turnquest is expected to sign when he visits San Marino next week.

The Bahamas has long faced pressure to join other countries in the region and world in becoming a signatory to the agreement. The Free National Movement (FNM), shortly

after the May general election, revealed its intention to do so, going against the Progressive Liberal Party’s policy.

The Christie administration argued that the multilateral approach is more applicable to countries which have direct taxation regimes, unlike the Bahamas.

During the recent House of Assembly session on the Commercial Enterprises Bill, Financial Services Minister Brent Symonette said while the bilateral approach the PLP supported is legitimate, the previous administration did not sign enough of such agreements in a particular timeframe to satisfy requirements, prompting the Minnis administration’s need to sign the multilateral agreement.

Press Secretary Anthony Newbold said during Monday’s weekly briefing that parliamentarians were set to debate amendments to the Automatic Exchange of Financial Account

Information Act, the Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information Regulations and the International Tax Cooperation Act. Once passed, the government will have an enhanced legal framework to allow for the automatic exchange of financial account information by September 2018, he said.

“All of what I just mentioned has a single goal and endgame: to prevent the Bahamas from being placed on the European Union’s list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for tax purposes,” he said. “That simply means avoiding being blacklisted.

“Now it is important for these bills to be passed so that when the minister of finance travels to San Marino next week, he will have the authority to (sign the agreement).”

The Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters aims to tackle tax evasion and avoidance. (Tribune242)

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Brexit: PM urged not to let Eurosceptics ‘dictate’ talks THERESA May has been urged not to allow Eurosceptic MPs in her party to “impose their own conditions” on negotiations amid signs of fresh Tory infighting.

Nineteen Tory MPs who back a “soft Brexit” have written to her saying it is “highly irresponsible” for anyone to dictate terms which may scupper a deal.

It follows some Tories backing the DUP’s decision to oppose a draft deal on the future of the Irish border.

The PM has spoken to the DUP’s Arlene Foster to try to break the deadlock.

The DUP says there is “more work to be done” if it is to agree to plans for the future of the border between Northern Ireland and the Irish Republic after Brexit - a prerequisite for talks to move on to their next phase.

Irish PM Leo Varadkar, who also spoke to Mrs May on Wednesday, said he was willing to consider any new proposals, suggesting the UK might put something forward within the next 24 hours.

And the BBC understands the ambassadors of the 27 EU member states, who received an update from chief EU negotiator Michel Barnier on Wednesday, are “waiting for something from London” in the next 48 hours.

The BBC’s Adam Fleming said Mr Barnier and the member states agreed there must be clarity within 48 hours for them to have enough time to consult with their capitals about draft guidelines for phase two of the talks.

At a summit next week, European

The Creek fire started Tuesday about 6:30 a.m. and quickly raced out of control.

Downing Street has insisted it is still confident of a first-phase Brexit deal before next week’s summit.

leaders will decide whether enough progress has been made in the negotiations on Ireland, the UK’s “divorce bill” and citizens’ rights so far to open trade talks.

In their letter, the 19 MPs - who largely backed Remain in the 2016 referendum - say they support the PM’s handling of the negotiations, in particular the “political and practical difficulties” relating to the Irish border.

But they hit out at what they say are attempts by some in their party to paint a no-deal scenario in which the UK failed to agree a trade agreement as “some status quo which the UK simply opts to adopt” “We wish to make it clear that we are disappointed yet again that some MPs and others seek to impose their own conditions on these negotiations,” the MPs, including former cabinet ministers Stephen

Crabb, Dominic Grieve, Anna Soubry and Nicky Morgan - write.

“In particular, it is highly irresponsible to seek to dictate terms which could lead to the UK walking away from these negotiations.”

It urges the PM to “take whatever time is necessary” to get the next stage of negotiations right.

On Tuesday, former Tory leader Iain Duncan Smith argued the time was fast approaching for the UK to consider walking away from the talks if the EU did not allow negotiators to proceed to the next phase - in which future trade and security relations will take centre stage.

The suggestion of “regulatory alignment” between Northern Ireland and the European Union and any continuing role for the European Court of Justice has also concerned some Eurosceptic Conservative MPs.

More than 100,000 evacuated as L.A. wildfires rage MORE than 100,000 residents in the San Fernando Valley remained under evacuation Wednesday as a brush fire that started in the foothills above Sylmar continued to grow.

The Creek fire started Tuesday about 6:30 a.m. and quickly raced out of control as powerful Santa Ana winds pushed it toward houses below.

The fire has destroyed at least 30 homes and scorched 11,377 acres, authorities said.

As crews continue to fight the blaze, some residents are beginning to assess the damage to their foothill properties.

Among the charred landscape off Little Tujunga Canyon Road in Sylmar stood what remained of

Rancho Padilla, where nearly 30 horses died in the fire.

“All I could think about was the horses, the horses, the horses. And they were like, ‘Get out, get out, get out,’ ” said Patricia Padilla, whose family owns a ranch there. “The structures can get rebuilt, but the lives of the horses can’t. ... That’s my biggest heartbreak.”

The ranch, which boards horses, had more than 60 housed there, said Virginia Padilla, Patricia’s older sister. That morning, they put the count of dead horses at 29.

One of Virginia’s horses is in the hospital and another, along with her sister’s horse, Scar, are doing fine.

Still, they felt for their boarders and the horses they’d lost.

Report: 49 countries violating international sanctions on North Korea PRESIDENT Trump has been tightening the screw on North Korea, ramping up sanctions and urging other countries to sever trade links with Kim Jong Un’s regime.

But dozens of countries have violated international sanctions on Pyongyang in recent years, according to a new report by a Washingtonbased think tank.

It highlights the scale of the challenge facing Trump as he tries to cut North Korea out of the global trading system as a way of pressuring it to abandon its nuclear weapons program.

A total of 49 countries violated United Nations sanctions on North Korea to varying degrees between March 2014 and September 2017, the Institute for Science and International Security said. That includes North Korea’s top trading

partner, China, as well as Germany, Brazil, India and France.

Thirteen of them, including Angola, Cuba, Mozambique, Tanzania, Iran, Sri Lanka, Myanmar and Syria, have been linked with North Korea’s military.

“In some cases, these mostly undemocratic regimes received military training from North Korea; in others, they received or exported military related equipment to or from North Korea,” the report said.

The report’s authors analyzed North Korean procurement data published by the UN Panel of Exports for the last three and a half years.

The isolationist nuclear power “often cooperates with or otherwise exploits countries with weak or nonexistent export and proliferation financing controls,” they wrote.

Countries with high levels of

corruption are targeted.

All but five of the 49 countries have violated sanctions in other ways, such as facilitating front companies for the North Korean regime or importing sanctioned goods and minerals.

Twenty countries have also been linked with helping shipments to and from North Korea reach their destinations, often by “re-flagging” or changing the national registration of ships to disguise their origin.

Some countries have vowed to shut down their dealings with Pyongyang in recent months, with India and Singapore both saying they would ban all trade this year.

Experts are skeptical about how effectively sanctions can rein in North Korea’s nuclear programme, given that the comprehensive existing restrictions haven’t left too many goods or entities to sanction.

This court artist sketch shows Mohammed Aqib Imran, left, and Naa’imur Zakariyah Rahman in the dock at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in London on Wednesday.

May assassination plot suspect in court A man who allegedly plotted to assassinate British Prime Minister Theresa May appeared in court Wednesday charged with terrorism offenses.

London based Naa’imur Zakariyah Rahman, 20, who described himself in court as Pakistani British, was arrested last week and charged on Tuesday.

A second man, Mohammed Aqib Imran, 21, from Birmingham, appeared in court at the same time,

also charged with “the intention of committing acts of terrorism.” When asked about his nationality in court, Imran said he was Bangladeshi British.

According to court documents, Rahman planned to detonate an explosive device at the gates of Downing Street and then seek to gain access to No. 10 -- May’s official residence -- “in the ensuing chaos with a view to trying to kill the Prime Minister.”

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Al Franken is the most prominent political figure to resign amid a wave of sexual misconduct allegations.

Franken to quit Senate amid sexual misconduct allegations DEMOCRATIC Senator and excomedian Al Franken has said he plans to quit “in the coming weeks” after string of sexual harassment allegations.

“I am proud that during my time in the Senate that I have used my power to be a champion of women,” the Minnesota senator said from the US Senate floor.

The announcement came after dozens of Democrats called on him to resign.

He is the most prominent political figure to resign amid a wave of sexual misconduct allegations.

“Today I am announcing that in the coming weeks I will be resigning as a member of the United States senate,” he told his colleagues on Thursday.

“I may be resigning my seat but I am not giving up my voice.”

The former Saturday Night Live comedian and two-term senator has apologised to several women who have accused him of groping and sexual harassment, but he faced mounting pressure to resign after a new allegation emerged on Wednesday.

“Some allegations against me simply are not true,” he said adding “there has been a very different picture of me painted over the last couple of weeks”.

“But I know who I really am,” he said.

“I’m going to be just fine.”

Mr Franken is not the only US politician to have found himself accused of sexual harassment in recent weeks.

Vladimir Putin had hinted that he might stand during a youth event earlier in the day.

Russia election: Putin to run again for president RUSSIA’S Vladimir Putin has said he will seek another term as president in next year’s election.

He made the announcement in a speech to workers at a car factory in the Volga city of Nizhny Novgorod.

“I will put forward my candidacy for the post of president of the Russian federation,” he said.

Mr Putin has been in power since 2000, either as president or prime minister. If he wins the March election he will be eligible to serve until 2024.

Russian TV journalist Ksenia Sobchak has already said she will stand in the election but opinion polls suggest Mr Putin will win easily.

Russia’s main opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, has been formally barred from standing because he was found guilty of embezzlement - a charge he claims was politically motivated.

Mr Putin is popular with many Russians, who see him as a strong leader who has restored Russia’s global standing with a decisive military intervention in the Syrian civil war and Russia’s annexation of Crimea from Ukraine.

But his critics accuse him of facilitating corruption and illegally annexing Crimea, which has led to international condemnation. (BBC)

Flags of the United States and Israel are reflected on wallss around the Old City of Jerusalem.

Palestinians say Trump Jerusalem decision ‘biggest mistake of his life’ TOP Palestinian officials condemned US President Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, saying the decision would bolster extremists’ calls for holy wars and delegitimize the United States as an arbiter in the peace process.

“These procedures do also help in the extremist organizations to wage a religious war that would harm the entire region, which is going through critical moments and would lead us into wars that will never end, which we have warned about and always urged to fight against,” Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said in a televised address following the US announcement.

Trump’s move means the US can no longer play a role in the peace process, said Palestine Liberation Organisation Secretary-General Saeb Erekat.

“President Trump just destroyed any possibility of a two-state (solution),” Erekat, who is also the Palestinian chief negotiator, said in a statement.

“President Trump tonight made the biggest mistake of his life,” Erekat told CNN’s Christiane Amanpour. “Instead of encouraging the parties to sit together, the parties to put all core issues including Jerusalem on the table and negotiate in good faith, he dictates.”

Israeli officials have worked to demolish a two-state solution, he said.

The Trump administration cast the landmark step as a “recognition of reality” that Jerusalem has long been the seat of the Israeli government.

In announcing the move, Trump stressed that the decision would have no impact on the boundaries of future Israeli and Palestinian states as negotiated under a final status agreement.

Palestinian factions called for three “days of rage” in protest, and the US State Department has issued

a travel warning for the West Bank and Jerusalem’s Old City. The UN Security Council will discuss the development on Friday.

The announcement moves Trump one step closer to fulfilling his campaign pledge to relocate the US Embassy to Jerusalem -- a move long sought by Israel, but set aside by previous US presidents due to regional security concerns and because the international community had agreed that Jerusalem’s status would be resolved as part of a negotiated agreement between Israelis and Palestinians.

“It means the death knell of any peace process,” said Hanan Ashrawi, an executive committee member of the Palestine Liberation Organization.

Both sides claim the holy city as their capital. No countries have embassies in Jerusalem.

Ahead of his announcement, Trump spoke Tuesday to Abbas, King Abdullah, Egypt’s Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Saudi Arabia’s King Salman.

Those conversations prompted regional statements opposing the plan, warning it will undermine stability and scuttle any hopes of peace for the foreseeable future.

Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, posted on his official Twitter account that the US decision was made “out of despair and debility.”

“On issue of #Palestine their hands are tied and they can’t achieve their goals,” he tweeted. “Palestine will be free. Palestinian nation will achieve victory.”

Iran’s Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the move, saying it will “enrage the Muslims and fan the flames of a new Intifiada, prompting violent acts for which the US and Zionist regime should stand accountable,” according to a statement published by official news agency IRNA.

The ministry called the move “provocative and unwise” and “a flagrant breach of international resolutions.”

While Trump and his Israeli allies have said the city is key to regional stability, detractors said the move promises not only to destabilise the region, but scuttle any hopes of an Israeli-Palestinian peace deal.

Hamas, France and UN SecretaryGeneral António Guterres joined the chorus of criticism targeting Trump following his Wednesday announcement that the US would soon move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.

Guterres said Jerusalem’s status should be resolved only via negotiations between Israel and Palestinians, he said.

“In this moment of great anxiety, I want to make it clear: There is no alternative to the two-state solution.

There is no Plan B,” he said. “It is only by realizing the vision of two states living side-by-side in peace, security and mutual recognition, with Jerusalem as the capital of Israel and Palestine, and all final status issues resolved permanently through negotiations, that the legitimate aspirations of both peoples will be achieved.”

Speaking in Algiers, French President Emmanuel Macron called Trump’s decision “regrettable” and said the new American policy “contravenes international law.”

In addition, the German government said it doesn’t doesn’t support Trump’s decision, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s spokesperson, Steffen Seibert, said on Twitter.

Seibert wrote: “#Merkel on the decision by @POTUS Trump regarding Jerusalem: ‘The Federal Government does not support this decision, because the status of Jerusalem is to be negotiated within the framework of a 2-state solution.’”

(CNN)

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#MeToo movement named Time magazine’s Person of the Year “THE Silence Breakers”, the vanguard of a global movement by millions of women to share their stories of sexual harassment and abuse, was revealed on Wednesday to be Time magazine’s Person of the Year.

The announcement comes as many industries and power centers around the world are still reeling from an unprecedented reckoning with sexual harassment and abuse that came in the wake of the revelations about film mogul Harvey Weinstein in October.

Even as the image of Time’s cover spread across the internet, Weinstein faced a fresh lawsuit on Wednesday from six women and, separately, a group of female US legislators publicly demanded Senator Al Franken resign over accusations that he groped constituents and coworkers.

Time’s Person of the Year cover features Susan Fowler, a former Uber employee whose blog post about Silicon Valley sexism led to thedeparture of CEO Travis Kalanick; “Isabel Pascual”, a pseudonymous agricultural worker who has been stalked and harassed by her boss; and Adama Iwu, a corporate lobbyist who inspired dozens of women to expose sexual harassment in California’s state capitol.

There was also Ashley Judd, who was among the first women to accuse Weinstein of sexual harassment and Taylor Swift, who was celebrated for her testimony against a former DJ who she accused of groping. Just out of frame – only her arm is visible – is a hospital worker who wished to represent those who can’t speak out.

Among the many women featured inside Time’s story is Tarana Burke, the #MeToo movement’s creator. The women’s rights activist coined the term while working with sexual violence survivors more than a decade ago, although she has not always received full recognition. “This is just the start. I’ve been saying from the beginning it’s not just a moment, it’s a movement,” Burke said on Wednesday.

“Now the work really begins.”

The Person of the Year announcement came on a US television show that has itself been rocked by controversy NBC’s Today show, which fired Matt Lauer over sexual assault and harassment

Time magazine’s Person of the Year edition went to ‘The Silence Breakers’ – those who have shared their stories about sexual assault and harassment. The magazine’s cover features Ashley Judd, Taylor Swift, Susan Fowler and others.

claims just one week earlier.

Today host Savannah Guthrie acknowledged that this year’s winner hits “close to home” and mentioned Lauer by name.

Time said it was conveying the award not just to the women who sparked the #MeToo movement on social media but to the uncountable women and men whose private actions and public bravery drove the culture to its current tipping point. “It doesn’t have a leader, or a single, unifying tenet,” reads Time’s cover story. “The women and men who have broken their silence span all races, all income classes, all occupations and virtually all corners of the globe. They might labor in California fields, or behind the front desk at New York City’s regal Plaza Hotel, or in the European parliament.

They’re part of a movement that has no formal name. But now they have a voice.”

To many, it was just as significant who failed to “win” the title: Donald Trump, who had claimed to have taken a “pass” on an interview and “major photo shoot” for Time last month because he was only “probably” going to be named its person of the year.

Time had said Trump’s claim

was “incorrect”.

The final days of Trump’s presidential candidacy were dogged by more than a dozen women who accused him of sexual assault. (Trump has called them politically motivated “liars”.)

On Wednesday, Time said Trump was a runner-up for Person of the Year.

His ascent to the highest office despite those accusations has doubtless powered the #MeToo movement and its close cousins, like the Women’s March on Washington DC to protest his presidency. “I have real doubts about whether we’d be going through this if Hillary Clinton had won, because I think that President Trump’s election in many ways was a setback for women,” said Megyn Kelly, the Fox News host who was a favourite target of Trump’s misogyny during the election. “The overall message to us was that we don’t really matter.”

The Time shortlist also included the Chinese president, Xi Jinping, NFL player and activist Colin Kaepernick, Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman of Saudi Arabia, and Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins.

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New low-calorie liquid diet trial reverses diabetes Babies in South Asia were worst affected, with more than 12 million living in areas with pollution six times higher than safe levels.

Babies’ brains damaged by pollution, UNICEF says SEVENTEEN million babies under the age of one are breathing toxic air, putting their brain development at risk, the UN children’s agency has warned.

Babies in South Asia were worst affected, with more than 12 million living in areas with pollution six times higher than safe levels.

A further four million were at risk in East Asia and the Pacific.

UNICEF said breathing particulate air pollution could damage brain tissue and undermine cognitive development.

Its report said there was a link to “verbal and non-verbal IQ and memory, reduced test scores, grade point averages among schoolchildren, as well as other neurological behavioural problems”.

The effects lasted a lifetime, it said.

“As more and more of the world urbanises, and without adequate protection and pollution reduction measures, more children will be at risk in the years to come,” UNICEF said.

It called for wider use of face masks and air filtering systems, and for children not to travel during spikes in pollution.

Last month hazardous smog began blanketing the Indian capital Delhi, prompting the Indian capital’s chief minister Arvind Kejriwal to say the city had become a “gas chamber”.

Some schools in the city were closed but there was criticism when they re-opened, with parents accusing the authorities of disregarding their children’s health.

Indian and Sri Lankan cricketers playing in Delhi vomited on the pitch during high levels of pollution.

In northern China, air pollution is estimated to cut life expectancy by about three years and the government has imposed tougher emissions rules on companies, although state media have reported that these are routinely flouted.

Satellite imagery used to compile the data also revealed that the issue was growing in African cities, UNICEF said.

Meanwhile a separate study by scientists at hospitals in London found that the British city’s polluted air was leading to lower birth weights, linked to higher infant mortality and disease later in life. (BBC)

NEARLY half of patients have reversed type 2 diabetes in a “watershed” trial, say doctors in Newcastle and Glasgow.

People spent up to five months on a low-calorie diet of soups and shakes to trigger massive weight loss.

Isobel Murray, 65, who had weighed 15 stone, lost over four stone (25kg) and no longer needs diabetes pills. She says: “I’ve got my life back.”

The charity Diabetes UK says the trial is a landmark and has the potential to help millions of patients.

Isobel, from Largs in North Ayrshire, was one of 298 people on the trial.

Her blood sugar levels were too high, and every time she went to the doctors they increased her medication.

Isobel Murray no longer thinks of herself as diabetic.

So, she went on to the all-liquid diet for 17 weeks - giving up cooking and shopping. She even ate apart from her husband, Jim. Instead, she had four liquid meals

a day.

It is hardly Masterchef - a sachet of powder is stirred in water to make a soup or shake. They contain about 200 calories, but also the right balance of nutrients.

Isobel told the BBC it was relatively easy as “you don’t have to think about what you eat”.

Once the weight has been lost, dieticians then help patients introduce healthy, solid meals.

“Eating normal food is the hardest bit,” says Isobel.

The trial results, simultaneously published in the Lancet medical journal and presented at the International Diabetes Federation, showed: 46% of patients who started the trial were in remission a year later 86% who lost 15kg (2st 5lb) or more put their type 2 diabetes into remission.

UN signals ‘end’ of throwaway plastic THE end of the era of throwaway plastic has been signalled by UN environment ministers meeting in Kenya.

They signed off a document stating that the flow of plastic into the ocean must be stopped.

Scientists welcomed the statement, but were unhappy the agreement was only based in principle, with no firm targets or timetables.

Ministers say it’s a milestone because it shows governments, industry and the public that a major change is needed.

Vidar Helgesen, Norway’s Environment Minister, has been leading the UN debate on plastic pollution.

He told BBC News: “What we came here with was the need for action. The starting point was aiming for zero emission of marine litter.

So it’s effectively a breakthrough for zero emission of plastic into the

Our oceans continue to be plagued by large volumes of plastic.

ocean.”

He admitted that this was really only the start of action against plastic litter.

Li Lin from WWF International told BBC News: “Today we have seen quite good

progress on marine litter and micro-plastics.

“We would just like to see this agreement implemented by governments, business, NGOs and consumers as quickly as possible.

Because this issue is urgent.”

Birth control still linked to breast cancer, study finds BIRTH control can increase a woman’s risk of breast cancer by up to 38%, depending on how long she has taken it, a new study finds.

The risk was associated with all forms of hormonal contraception -- such as the pill, injections or IUDs -- when compared with women who have never used them.

Researchers from the University

of Copenhagen analyzed data from 1.8 million women under the age of 50 in Denmark. They followed the women for nearly 11 years, on average.

The level of breast cancer risk increased the longer a woman had been taking hormonal contraceptives, with the average risk increase being 20% among all current and recent users of these forms of contraceptives.

The researchers saw a 9% increased breast cancer risk among women taking hormonal contraceptives for under a year, rising to 38% if more than 10 years.

Among women who had been using hormonal contraceptives for more than five years, a slight risk persisted for at least five years after they stopped, according to the study published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine.

The risk was associated with all forms of hormonal contraception -- such as the pill, injections or IUDs -when compared with women who have never used them.

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LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 333-1274

Reports To: Minister of NHIB and Board of Directors Job Summary: The Chief Executive Officer is the chief executive of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) and, has system wide responsibility for the effective and efficient administration and day-to-day management and administration of the of NHIB in accordance with the National Health Insurance Ordinance and Regulations. Providing supervision to other professional and clerical staff. The CEO is expected to generate satisfactory results when the qualitative and quantitative output of the staff is at a high level, the expenditure of the NHIB is within the limits of the budget, and the services of the NHIP are provided to the Government and the beneficiaries in a timely and value for money basis.

Key Duties and Responsibilities required to be performed effectively and efficiently: • Monitoring and administering the Plan; • Monitoring and administering the Fund; • Monitoring the collection of contributions under the NHIB Ordinance; • Advise the Minister on the policies relating to the health care needs of the beneficiaries • Advise the Minister on the policies and directions concerning the use of monies of the Fund; • Establish a quality assurance programme for the functioning of the Plan through monitoring of the health care service being provided to the beneficiaries; • Supervise and control expenditure from the Fund; • Financial and operational matters; • Developing administrative and human resources development manuals for approval by the Board; • Preparing regular financial and operational reports for the Board; • The administration and control of the staff of the Board; • Accounting for all monies collected, paid or invested under the Ordinance; • Contracting health service providers for the purposes of the objects of the NHIP; • Ensuring compliance by contracted health service providers with the quality standards as may be prescribed by the Minister from time to time; • Make disbursements from the Fund; and • Perform such functions as are for the time being conferred on him or her by Virtue of the Ordinance or any other law or any Regulations and as the Board or the Minister may from time to time assign.

Qualifications and Experience: • A Master’s Degree in Health Administration/Health Financing/Health Insurance/ Finance or a related field; • A minimum of ten (10) years’ on the job experience in a senior management position in insurance or health related field to acquire the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the role; • Certification in the Accounting/Finance field (such as ACCA, CPA, CMA or CGMA would be an asset).

Salary and Allowances: Salary is in the range of US$115,000.00 to $130,380.00 negotiable based on qualifications and experience. A standard set of benefits and allowances are additional.

Interested persons are requested to submit a resume, along with their contact information, 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. Additionally candidates should declare any potential conflicts of interest and the nature of such interest.

Applications can be had delivered to the National Health Insurance Office addressed to: Chairman NHIB, subject line should read “Chief Executive Officer Position” Alternatively, applications can be emailed to rawilliams@gov.tc . The subject line in the email should read “Chief Executive Officer Position”.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only candidates selected for an interview will be acknowledged.

Deadline Date for Applications: The deadline date for applications is Friday December 8th 2017 by 5:00pm. Full Job Description can be found on The National Health Insurance Board website: www. tcinhip.tc 16589

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

SADRAC MICHEL KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 246-6464

16615

SAMUEL LOTIS HARVEY

SARAH JENNINGS

LABOURER

2 LABOURERS Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-5882

16594

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Salary: $300 per week

Salary: $7.50 per hour Must have plumbing experience

CONTACT: 231-0098

CONTACT: 243-7299

Position is held by a work permit holder 16644

Is seeking to employ

BABYSITTER Position is held by a work permit holder 16628

SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

SAJ CONSTRUCTION

This position is held by a work permit holder 16621

DOMESTIC WORKER NEEDED

LINDA WILLIAMS IS SEEKING A DOMESTIC WORKER IN GRAND TURK TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK. RENEWAL OF WORK PERMIT. SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 649-232-2399

16633

PROVO AUTO SUPPLY Is currently looking to employ an

LABOURER

who will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the building, stocking of shelves and any other duty that may be assigned .

Salary $9.00 hour

SUNRISE RENTAL/AVIS Is currently looking to employ an

LABOURER

Who will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the building and its surroundings.

Must be able to drive a range of vehicles including buses, must be courteous at all time.

Must have excellent customs service skills.

Salary $10.00 hour All applicants must posses a valid drivers license Willing to work with little or no supervision Must be willing to work weekends and holidays Must be able to drive a manual vehicle Please email application to syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com or submit your application between 9am and 5pm Monday -Friday.

BAYVIEW MOTORS LTD P.O BOX 619 LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES 16635

CLASSIFIEDS 35

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

SNR STUDIO BEAUTY & BARBER VARIETY

SNR STUDIO BEAUTY & BARBER VARIETY

SOON FATT RESTAURANT BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ a

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

KITCHEN HELPER

COSMETOLOGIST

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 242-5459

Position is held by a work permit holder 16599

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 242-5459

CONTACT: 346-5721

This position is currently held by work permit holder

Belongers have first preference

16597

HAD ELECTRICTY PROBLEMS AFTER BACK TO BACK HURRICANES? AVOID SUCH PROBLEMS BY SWITCHING TO CLEAN, ECONOMICAL PROPANE AT YOUR HOUSE AND BUSINESS. WE SUPPLY ONLY HIGH QUALITY LOW SULPHUR PROPANE BOTH DOMESTICALLY AND COMMERCIALLY FOR HEATING WATER, COOKING AND AS BACK UP POWER PLANT GENERATORS.

T.C.GAS LTD. (THE PROPANE SPECIALISTS)

LABOURER Starting Salary $6.25.

Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible 16634

WILFREY & TONY BEAUTY SALON Is seeking to employ a

TC MILLWORK LTD. Is seeking to employ a Finishing Furniture

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

MASON Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 341-1977

Belongers Preferred Position is held by a work permit holder 16596

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following RAINBOW CONSTRUCTION 2 Labourers $6.50 per hour BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION Labourer $6.50 per hour ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION Mason $10 per hour – Held by work permit holder MARGUERETTE JEAN LOUIS Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour- Held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 241-7878

16647

WARDS CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of their clients who are seeking the following.

Wood’s Contractal Services, Ripples Ltd, Coyaba Restaurant, Construction Complete

LABOURER $8.00 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour

TECHNICIAN $14.00 per hour

KITCHEN HELPER $7.00 per hour

2 CARPENTERS $500 per week

CONTACT: 345-7212

16645

WARREN WILLIAMS of German Cigar Pub in Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

BUGALOO ENTERPRISES & CONCH CRAWL-PLS Bartender, Kitchen Helper and Sales person Must have experience in specified areas and willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary $6.25 per hour CLASSY CAR WASH INTERNATIONAL-PLS Car washers Must have experience Salary is based on Commission G&G CONSTRUCTION-PLS Upholsters, Sandblaster and painter Salary $6.25 per hour FRESH FISH & ATLANTIC SEAFOOD-PLS Fish Peelers must be able to skillfully dissect and process seafood’s.

Salary $6.25 per hour TCI TAILORING & UPHOLSTERY GDT Looking for Tailor and Seamstress to work in Grand Turk who has 3-5 years’ experience in fabricating Bed Spreads, Curtains, Uniforms, Dresses and Pants, using factory equipment. $6.25 per hour or commission or whichever is greater.

PROVO ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Is looking for a Barmaid. Salary $6.25 per hour.

JUDY’S MINI BAR-PLS Looking for Waitress with a people’s person, with great personality. Must be

Salary: $8.00 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16648

CONTACT: 341-1377

This position is held by a work permit holder 16647

TCI AGENCY SERVICES

CONTACT: 231-0882

Position is held by a work permit holder 16632

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Acting on behalf of our clients is looking for the following positions

HAIRDRESSER CARPENTER CLEANER CONTACT: 231-4537

DOMESTIC WORKER

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

TCI FUELS-PLS Experienced Fuler with basic knowledge in dealing with hydrocarbons and fuels, to work in Provo. $6.25 per hour.

Salary: $315 per week

THE HELP DESK

Acting on behalf of Messenger Baptist Church Is seeking to employ a

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

T. C. GAS LTD.

THE LODGINGS

TANISSAINT & ABDON CONSTRUCTION

16600

December 9-15, 2017

Salary is $6.25 per hour.

Interested persons can

CONTACT 3483130

16636

bilingual. Paying Minimum wages.

HIGH PROFILE BARBER SHOP Looking for 2 Skilled Barbers. Salary is $6.25 per hour J&A Construction Is looking for 2 skilled workers. Salary is $6.25 per hour PENN CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a Mechanic and Skilled Labourer. Salary $6.25 per hour CAICEDO PUB HOUSE-PLS Kitchen Helper to work six days a week. $6.25 per hour OVANDO CONSTRUCTION LIMITED-PLS Mechanic, Carpenter, Sandblaster/ Painter ANGELIQUE’S ARTS AND CRAFTGDT Looking for qualified persons to make ornaments for Tourist.

ANGELIQUE’S ENTERTAINMENTGDT Looking for bilingual person to sing and play multiple instruments.

SHANDA’S RESTAURANT-PLS LOOKING FOR BARMAIDS TCI AGENCY SERVICES-PLS/GDT Looking for Housekeeper. Must be bilingual. Must know how to cook Spanish dishes.

Contact: (649) 241-5678 ‘B’ BEAUTY AND HEALTH SPA Nail Technicians and Hair Stylist.

Salary is $6.25 per hour ROYAL ROBINSON Is looking for a Sales Person. Salary is $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 241-5678

16624

36 CLASSIFIEDS

NETTA’S KITCHEN Conch Bar, Middle Caicos Is seeking to employ a

NOCLES CONTRACTING BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

WAITRESS MASON Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 241-2855 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16626

Salary: $8.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 242-8583

Position is held by a work permit holder 16638

December 9-15, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

OPUS

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN MANAGER

CHEF BAKER/ PASTRY KITCHEN HELPER Salary: based on experience

Email. culinariatci@ gmail.com

Positions are held by work permit holders 16622

NOTICE REGULATION 7 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 2014

STABLE HAND WANTED Applicant must have a minimum of 10 years experience in all aspects of stable maintenance. This includes: Riding and horse handling (training, grooming, tacking up, cleaning tack, cleaning stalls, and lunging) Understanding of Equine Nutrition Teaching adults and children (mainly tourists) basic riding skills Must know how to trim hooves and know basic equine veterinary care including IV/IM shots. Experience in breaking and training young horses. Must be able to guide and supervise inexperienced riders on trail rides. Must have valid driver’s license, must have high school diploma. Must weigh less than 155 pounds. Must speak English fluently, second language an asset. Applicant must have basic computer skills. Further computer experience is an asset. Will work weekends and holidays.

If interested please email resume to provoponiestci@gmail. com or call 649-241-6350.

16607

GET LEGAL HELP ON YOUR INSURANCE CLAIM CALL OR EMAIL US AT

duncansonlaw@gmail.com duncansonlaw.office@gmail.com 649-941-4444/ 649-245-1314/649-348-5744

An Application registered, (PR: 13252) by Lime Rock Ltd. for development of a Condominium/ Hotel, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Outline Development Permission on parcels 620812/66 & 68. The Bight & Thomas Stubbs on Providenciales. The application as submitted seeks planning consideration for a Condominium/ Hotel Building containi8ng Twenty Four (24) Units, Swimming Pool, Bar, Hot Tub, Grill Area, Cabana, Basement and Storage.

DUNCANSON & CO BARRISTERS & ATTORNEYS 16121

Anyone wishing to make representation (s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Dated: December 7, 2017 16742

Ports of Call Resort IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

FRONT DESK, HOUSEKEEPING, BAR, BEACH AND GARDEN POSITIONS Join relaxed and friendly 35 team workforces and enjoy one of the highest wage and bonus packages on island.

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC AUCTION SALES FirstCaribbean International Bank (Bahamas) Ltd as Chargee pursuant to the Registered Land Ordinance hereby gives Notice that it will cause to be sold by Public Auction the following scheduled properties outside the offices of Miller Simons O’Sullivan, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales at 10:00 a.m. on 18 December 2017.

1. Title No. 60715/210, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales

Registered Proprietor: Lincoln Hudson Ferreira Comprising a 0.54 acre canal-front parcel of bare land containing dense indigenous bush and mature trees.

Our 98-room Resort popularity and occupancy are growing year after resulting in high distribution of service charges and NO SLOW SEASON LAYOFFS

Any and all potential bidders will be required to produce one (1) valid form of identification to Miller Simons O’Sullivan on the day of the Auction.

Draft Terms and Conditions of Sale and the draft Agreements for Sale are available upon demand prior to the Auction.

Salary is based on experience and qualifications

Any and all Successful bidders will be required to pay a ten (10%) per cent deposit upon a successful bid before close of business on the day of the Auction. Any and all successful bidders will also have to pay Auction legal fees in the sum of Seven Hundred and Fifty Dollars (US$750.00).

Resumes can be dropped off at hotel or emailed to

jgarland@portsofcallresort.com

16426

16718

December 9-15, 2017

7 INSPIRED MEN LTD 7IM MART

Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

A&J GROCERIES & SUPPLIES LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-6118

Position is held by a work permit holder 16612

B AND J RESTAURANT AND BAR

LABOURER Salary: $150 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 343-3937

16619

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

WHEELAND Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of our client Jason Missick who is seeking to employ a

BARMAID

PLUMBER

Salary: $300 per week

CONTACT: 341-7165

16652

CLINTON COX JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

BAREFOOT CAFÉ GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 441-7983 Belongers preferred

Position is held by a work permit holder 16598

CAICOS TELEVISION NETWORK (CTN) BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

CLASSIFIEDS 37

MANAGER Looking for a general operations manager to work in a thriving tourism adventure and scuba diving company. The applicant must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the water-sports & tourism industry and a minimum of 3 years as a manager. Experience must include people management, sales, reservations, PR and display a high degree of computer, communication & organizational skills. Applicant must also hold a professional scuba diving qualification, and a business or finance degree. All applicants must be presentable, articulate, and be able to work long and flexible hours under pressure.

Weekends and public holidays mandatory. Starting salary of $3500 per month.

Please e-mail resume and cover letter to info@bigblueunlimited.com.

You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 15th December 2017. Position starts in January 2018.

Current position is help by a work permit holder.

16629 CARIBBEAN BUILDERS PRO CHALK SOUND Is seeking to employ a

CARIBBEAN DIAMOND LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

Position is held by a work permit holder 16646

CONTACT: 344-8396

CONTACT: 244-0065

CONTACT: 231-4885

D.N.M CONNECTION

D ’DIVA SALON

CONTACT: 241-5922

MARILLA WILLIAMS BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

16616

Is seeking to employ a

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ

LABOURER GARDENER 2 FISHERMAN Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

Salary: $10 per hour

CHARITE ALCY

16623

16639

Salary: Based on experience

CONTACT: 241-7834

Position is held by a work permit holder 16605

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

PAINTER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-1546

Position is held by a work permit holder 16610

EL RANCHO RESTAURANT

Is seeking to employ a

BARBERS Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 347-3117 Position is held by a work permit holder

16592

ER CLEANING SERVICES Is seeking to employ a

SOUS CHEF

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 241-8194

CONTACT: 3331246 OR 241-1246

Salary: $600 per week

16614

Salary: $300 per week

16601

HAIRSTYLIST Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 345-8242

16609

GISELLE MEME WILLIAMS SOUTH DOCK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 344-1597 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

16010

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES/WINE CELLAR IS LOOKING FOR: GILLEY’S CAFE

1 LABOURER

SALARY: $6.75 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week and sometimes on holidays

1 CHEF

1. Responsible for ordering all provisions pertaining to food and cleaning supplies and kitchen equipment 2. Responsible for supervising general cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.

3. Responsible for taking food inventory at the end of each month.

4. Responsible for respectable food cost.

5. Operate large volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep fryers, etc.

6. Regularly review kitchen procedures and identify ways to improve and/or streamline processes.

Remuneration: $7.00 per hour DESCRIPTION OF SUITABLE PERSON:1. Must be hard working and efficient 2. Must have a positive attitude towards work 3. Be able to work (6) six days per week, weekends and holidays if needed.

Must have at least five (5) years’ experience in the hospitality industry.

Contact: Mrs. Tate Forbes between the hours of 9:00am- 3:00pm at 946-4472 or email gilley’scafe@tciway.tc

16693

38 CLASSIFIEDS

CAPTAIN

ADVERTISE

LIVEABOARD SCUBA VESSEL SEEKS A CAPTAIN • Must have a current 500 ton (ITC) Master’s license with STCW-95 who is also a certified Dive master or above.

• Must have substantial experience on vessels greater than 100ft • Must have strong customer service background, maintenance skills and fluent in English is required.

• Previous liveaboard preferred Salary: $3000-$4000 per month

LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

NANNY Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 331-1600

Position is held by a work permit holder 16651

IN THIS SPACE!

CAICOS LIVE ABOARD DIVING TC AGGRESSOR ǁ Is seeking to employ a

SOUS CHEF • Must have a cheffing experience in menu planning • Prepping and presentation of three meals daily, with snack in between • Experience in special dietary requirements • Food and Hygiene Certification • Follow Captain’s instructions with regard to daily boat maintenance/

ONLY

$33 PER WEEK

CALL 946-4664

• • • •

administration/ paper work/ safety drills Living and working on board the vessel up to eight weeks before vacation is allowed Working seven days a week including holidays and Sundays Starting salary is $400 Belongers need only apply

CONTACT: 941-7825 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

16653

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO: DIANA@EXPLOREVENTURES.COM JAMES LIGHTBOURNE

December 9-15, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

16650

GENERAL PRACTIONER/ EMERGENCY ROOM DOCTOR REQUIRED • General practice with some emergency room work • Full time 8 hour working day with varying shifts between 8am – 8pm to meet the needs of the business • On call duty at least 2 nights per week plus 1 in 2 weekends.

• Must have at least 8 years post qualification experience and be registered with the Health Practioners Board.

• Remuneration structure available on request PLEASE EMAIL RESUME TO

AMP@TCIWAY.TC

16649

TEACHING POSITIONS AT THE WESLEY METHODIST SCHOOL LEEWARD PALMS, PROVIDENCIALES

Applications are invited for the following positions HUMANITIES MODERN LANGUAGES

GUIDANCE COUNCILOR DOMESTIC WORKER

SCIENCE • Biology • Physics • Chemistry • Integrated Science • Information & Communication Technology • Food & Nutrition

Qualifications and Experience: Applicants MUST possess a Degree, or its equivalence in the areas stated, except for the positions of Administrative Assistant, where an Associate Degree in Business Studies is required

BUSINESS STUDIES • Principles of Accounts • Principles of Business • Office Administration • Electronic Document Preparation & Management MATHEMATICS PHYSICAL EDUCATION PRIMARY EDUCATION TEACHERS

Certification for Teachers MUST be from a recognized institution. Applicants MUST have a minimum of five (5) years teaching experience. Must be multitalented; honest, trustworthy, willing to uphold the tenets of the institution, and also strive diligently to raise the standards of education in the school, must be of Christian faith Salary commensurate with experience

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE TITLE NUMBER 60720/45 & 46

SECTION CHESHIRE HALL & RICHMOND HILL

ISLAND PROVIDENCIALES

Whereas, DEBRA ANN DAVIS as Executor of the Estate of FAYE CLAIRE-LISE JOHNSON DUNCOMBE of 9904 Innis Free Dr., Johns Creek, Georgia, U.S.A. has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) registered in the name of FAYE CLAIRE-LISE JOHNSON DUNCOMBE was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found.

Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title six weeks of the date of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette.

Interested persons must submit application, accompanied by their curriculum vitae, a police record and a contact number and references from two (2) individuals, no later than August 18th, 2017

THE CHAIRMAN OR PRINCIPAL, WESLEY METHODIST SCHOOL, LEEWARD PALMS, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, FAX: 649-946-4163 EMAIL: WESLEYSCHOOL@TCIWAY.TC

REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.01

Dated this 8th day of November 2017 Signed............................................................................................................

Registrar of Lands Witnessed ......................................................................................................

16613

16637

December 9-15, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

WILMAN CONSULTANCY

GRAND TURK Acting on behalf of its clients who are seeking the following TEREZE JAMES Seeking to employ a

SAMANTHA PARKER Is seeking to employ a

MASON

LABOURER

Salary $8.50 per hour Monday – Friday Contact: 245-4888 ELVA WILLIAMS Is seeking to employ

2 LABOURERS

Salary: $6.25 per hour, must be willing to work 5 days per week Contact: 245-5725 E AND V CONSTRUCTION Is seeking to employ

Salary $6.25 per hour must be willing to work 5 days per week

2 LABOURERS To work 4 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: 242-1358

THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

16625

GET LEGAL HELP ON YOUR INSURANCE CLAIM CALL OR EMAIL US AT

duncansonlaw@gmail.com duncansonlaw.office@gmail.com 649-941-4444/ 649-245-1314/649-348-5744 DUNCANSON & CO BARRISTERS & ATTORNEYS 16121

CBMS Caribbean Building Materials & Services Ltd. 131 South Dock Road, PO Box 611 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Phone 649-941-3400 Fax 649-941-3401

Heavy Duty Mechanic w/Hydraulic Specialization

Applicant should have specialization of all aspects of equipment hydraulic systems, able to read schematics & trouble shoot hydraulics on all types of heavy equipment.

Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in diesel Trucks, bulldozers, excavators etc.

Ability to weld & fabricate, possess own tools & transportation, and be able to work without supervision. Applicant must be prepared to work late days, evenings, and weekends as the job dictates. Wage: $15.00 per hour

Carpenter Applicant will be responsible for preparing form work for projects. Must be familiar with Dura-forms and concrete polishing. Applicant must be able to read drawings, prepare form work to meet scheduled concrete pours. Order all materials needed for completing jobs. Applicant should have at least 10 years’ experience. Wage: starts at $18.00 per hour

Labourers

Applicant must be prepared for heavy work, breaking cement bags, loading trucks and stevedoring of cement and gravel. Applicant will also be required to assist mechanics as needed. Applicant must prepare to work long hours. Evenings and weekends as required. Wage: $7.00 - $12.50 Based on experience.

Belongers need only apply. Please apply with references, clean police and driving record to CBMS Ltd. Or call 941-3400 or email reneebcms@tciway.tc 16649

CLASSIFIEDS 39

40 CLASSIFIEDS ANDREIKA STUBBSSAINTELMON LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-7292

16665

CAICOS FARM NORTH CAICOS is seeking to employ 2

FARM WORKERS Salary $6.50 per hour,

A & P CONSTRUCTION LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is looking for a

(649) 242-9283 info@highwavetoursturksandcaicos.com salary negotiable

16673

Is seeking to employ a

to work 5 days per week salary $250.00 per week

CONTACT: 347-8726

CONTACT: 649-231-0278

CONTACT: 242-4528

this position is for work permit renewal

this position is for work permit renewal

16679

E&L BEAUTY SALON GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

16681

EDWARD BASDEN THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

BUILDING MATERIALS LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is looking to fill the following positions:

ASSISTANT LEAD & COOK HELPER

Salary: $150 per week

Salary $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 649-9464131

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16690

E.R.B. CONSTRUCTION

Acting on behalf of our client Letita Brunvert who is looking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

these position is for work permit renewal 16677

CONTACT: 241-5922

F.D.A.P VARIETY STORE

FERMIN’S DELICACIES

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

16703

DOWNTOWN Is seeking to employ a

SALON HELPER

HELPER LABOURER CASHIER

ASSISTANT BAKER

CONTACT: 332-5104

CONTACT: 343-0353 This position is currently held

CONTACT: 331-0818

Salary: $150 per week

HUDSON GARDINER

located in Providenciales

B’ BEAUTY & HEALTH SPA

COSMETOLOGIST

FERMIN’S DELICACIES

CAPTAIN/ TOUR GUIDE for High Wave Tours

VENETIAN ROAD Is looking for a

to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

This positions is currently held by a work permit holder

DOWNTOWN Is seeking to employ a

ARTHUR PICKERING

LABOURER CLEANER

CONTRACT 649247990

16702

December 9-15, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Salary: $6.25 per hour

by a work permit holder

16698

16663

NORTH CAICOS Is looking for a

ISNAMENE TIMENY Tumble Crest, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC BUS ATTENDANT WORKER to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-7375 this position is for work permit renewal

16680

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 346-9349

16700

Salary: $150 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week

to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-331-6710

this position is for work permit renewal 16674

CONTACT: 346-7379

16685

To work 5 days per week Salary: $8.00 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16688

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

InterHealth Canada has pleasure in announcing the following vacancy within the Facilities Management Departments at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales.

Hospital Cook Providenciales

CAICOS ECO SAFARIS is looking for a

FREE DIVE INSTRUCTOR Must have the following certifications: • Minimum 2 years PADI Freedive Instructor • EFR Instructor & First Aid • Proficient in English and bilingual preferred • Membership and Liability Insurance • STCW95 Complaint This position entails working as a Free Dive Instructor teaching free dive courses. Must freedive comfortably to 120ft and breath hold for at least 4 minutes. Must be able to maintain 100% safety on and under the water by performing rescue drills during deep/dive courses.

Other duties include: boat maintenance, land duty, booking dive/snorkel trips and proactive sales. Also working knowledge of underwater camera/video and edition essential. Professional appearance and communication, absolute punctuality, proficiency in computer skills and be prepared to work long hours including long weekends and holidays. Experience in the hospitality industry a plus.

Weekly base salary $400 Belongers are invited to send copies of application to the Board The position is currently not held by work permit holder

All applications send to: info@caicoscatalyst.com- 431 - 6287 16660

40 hours per week. Required for Cheshire Hall Medical Centre only. Working with team of experienced Chef's to produce high standards of food quality and customer service. Candidate must have at least 3 years previous experience, have good literacy, numeracy and IT skills and have experience within a good standard production kitchen, over a range of departments i.e. soup, pastry, entree sections.

Candidate will be required to carry out paperwork and inventory duties within remit, and able to work 5 days over 7 on a shift system Appointments will be made based on successful interview, positive reference check, and clear Police check. Previous experience is preferred, but not essential. Training is provided.

Excellent communications skills and previous customer service experience is necessary.

Belongers only are invited to apply.

Interested candidates please forward your resume to:

Dpinnock@interhealthcanada.tc For further information and queries, please contact Donique Pinnock on Tel: 941-2800 Ext 71801

16887

December 9-15, 2017

VACANCIES

GLORIA SYMONETTE- FORBES

Employers are seeking the following positions ERB Construction, B&J Restaurant and Bar, Provo Stevedoring, Sweet T’s restaurant, Blue Hills, Construction, C&J Variety ( Carrington Williams), Road Side Quality Trading

STEELMAN: $8-15 PER HOUR TILE LAYER: $9-15 PER HOUR SALES CLERK: $6.25 PER HOUR DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR LABOURER: $6.25-$10 PER HOUR Held by work permit holder

Contact: darling86@hotmail.com

16706

CHALK SOUND Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 231-6279

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16692

is seeking to employ a

EQUIPMENT OPERATORS & LABOURERS

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Belongers Need Only To Apply.

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

Must have experience & excellent communication skills Must be flexible and willing to work early mornings, weekends and holidays.

Salary based on experience.

Position currently held by work permit holder.

PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO: HENNHOLDINGS@GMAIL.COM

16685

16658

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

LONG BAY HILLS Is looking for a

Research Assistant

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

For a small, local company that performs Environmental Impact Assessments, marine monitoring and mitigation works, environmental education programmes, artificial reef and underwater restoration projects.

The Financial Services Commission, the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION Position requires multiple skills both in and out of the water. Work often involves long hours snorkelling and diving under harsh conditions including on holidays and weekends. As all company services are performed on a project-by project contractual basis, the position is not full-time, but may require long subsequent days for extended periods of time. Salary is based on a per day rate commensurate with skill level and tasks performed during that period.

DIRECTOR OF INSURANCE LOCATION: PROVIDENCIALES SALARY: GRADE 3

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum bachelor’s degree Verifiable work history of proven performance on deadlines Strong technical writing and design for reports, proposals and presentations PADI certified diver with at least 5 years’ experience Underwater photography, proficient in Adobe Photoshop Advanced knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office ArcGIS or equivalent mapping experience Small business accounting experience Experience in artificial reef construction and coral transplant preferred

Submit resumes to fayrob1@hotmail.com This position is for work permit renewal

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

HENN HOLDINGS LTD./ SHAY CAFE LOUNGE Looking for

Marine Environmental Services

• • • • • • • • •

CLASSIFIEDS 41

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

JOB SUMMARY

The holder of this office has operational responsibility for the management of the Insurance Department, which is responsible for the licensing and regulation of insurance companies and intermediaries in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Department has as its primary focus the stability, safety, integrity and efficiency of the insurance sector.

16713

SERVICES BY EA

FINANCIAL ANALYST

The successful applicant will be required to lead a rigorous onsite and offsite supervision regime and to advise on an appropriate legislative and regulatory framework for insurance supervision in the islands. The office holder will also be expected to travel internationally to represent the Commission and the jurisdiction, and to speak on financial services regulation in The Islands.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

The successful applicant should possess a sound knowledge of the Insurance Core Principles and requirements of international standard setters such as the IAIS, CAIR, GIICS. Sound understanding of insurance business and practices. Sound knowledge of international financial reporting standards, such as IFRS or USGAAP. A good knowledge of auditing, financial management, corporate governance and risk management principles. Good knowledge of statistics and economic principles. Good knowledge relevant reporting formats.

A good knowledge of relevant computer packages and the use of such technologies in the financial services industry.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: • ACA, CIMA, CPA, ACCA • 3-5 years post qualified JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: The analyst will be part of the day to day finance operations including, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and intercompany accounting.

• Bank and Credit Card reconciliations • Accounts Receivable and Payable • Review daily sales and activity reports and ensure accurate posting • Intercompany accounting and reconciliations • Assist in prep0erationh ad review of monthly financial statements for all businesses • Cover other finance team roles as required Other Requirements: • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times • Experience in working across a wide range of business areas • Good time management and ability to prioritize effectively • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Salary: $3500 per month

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The successful applicant should possess a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Regulation or related discipline, or equivalent professional qualification in insurance or accounting. Regulatory experience should include at least eight years in a supervisory position in the field of insurance, of which at least four must be in a managerial position.

OTHER APPLICABLE INFORMATION

The primary location of the office is in Providenciales but the holder of the office may be required to visit the Grand Turk office from time to time.

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER.

Interested applicants including Islanders/Belongers can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by work permit holders.

16711

Applications should be emailed to Administration@tcifsc.tc no later than January 3, 2018. The response must state clearly “Application for Director of Insurance” A copy can be sent to the Employment Services Department.

16701

42 CLASSIFIEDS

December 9-15, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS JEAN CLAUDE NEMOURS

INGA L. TAYLOR

JEAN DELUS ULYSSE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

is seeking a full-time female

DOMESTIC AND HEALTH-GIVER

CHIOMAL JEAN CHARLES SEEKS TO EMPLOY A

FOR A FEMALE TODDLER AND GRADE SCHOOL CHILDREN.

Main duties include but not limited to providing personal hygiene care for daily living, prepare and serve nutritious, wholesome meals, maintain a safe and healthy home environment, administer medicines as required, report health concerns to key family members, adhere to wishes of family concerning care practices. In addition, the individual may have to overnight at the home with children as required. Must have at least 4 years experience in childcare and provide references of such. Must have a clean police record. Must demonstrate ability to work unsupervised and have excellent communication skills. Must be over 35 years old with the ability to obtain a valid TCI driver’s license. Salary $600.00 monthly in the first instant.

1 year contract to be agreed upon acceptance of employment in the first instance. Please forward applications including references and other supporting documents to inga.i.taylor@gmail.com. Only shortlisted persons will be contacted for interview.

16657

MARCIA HALL requires a

M&E CLEANING SERVICES BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

in Grand Turk to take care of her home during working hours salary 200. per week for a 5 day week please contact Marcia at

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

TELEPHONE NO. 2314882

CONTACT: 342-0726

PIZZA PIZZA

R&B CONSTRUCTION

16669

LEEWARD GRACE BAY Is looking for

16694

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

WAITRESS CARPENTER to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-232-1068

this position is for work permit renewal 16676

SADRAC QUALITY CONSTRUCTING SADRAC MICHEL Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

HELPER Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0327

16697

SADRAC QUALITY CONSTRUCTING Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 347-3520

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16640

16659

HOUSEKEEPER QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 2-3 years of housekeeping experience • Must be able to work weekend and holidays Salary: $8.00 per hr.

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 231-6432

Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16704

LABOURER to work 5 days per week salary $300.00 per week

CONTACT: 232-5098

this position is for work permit renewal 16675

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Qualified Belonger candidates with a clean police record are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

MARSHA BLANCHE

SALOMON ALTIDOR

CONTACT MR JEAN CHARLES AT TELEPHONE NO. 4427445 16670

RONEL CHARLES

is seeking suitable qualified Belongers to fill the position of ‘Housekeeper’.

Email: marsha@misickstanbrook.tc | Tel.: 946-4732 Applications should be received no later than December 24, 2017.

TO TAKE CARE OF HIS BABY WHILST HE IS AWAY FROM HOME AT WORK IN GRAND TURK SALARY 250.00 PER WEEK PLEASE

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is looking for a

Coral Gardens Management Co Ltd

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provides courteous and professional service at all times.

• Ensure that all guestrooms are cleaned to the established standards.

• Ensure that the facilities are kept clean and orderly in line with the resort standard of cleanliness.

• Reports for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag at all times.

• Laundry

BABYSITTER

NADIA PEAN

repair mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions; and replace parts and components according to manufacturer standards Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.

Must hold a valid driver license with a clean, insurable, driving record; must be able to drive manual and automatic transmissions

Contact Mac Motors Ltd on 649-339-3841.

CONTACT: 246-6464

16707

Salary: $6.25 per hour

This Ad is for work permit renewal.

However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders.

Remuneration: Basic Wage (Retainer) - $6.25 per hour plus commission.

CONTACT: 246-6464

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 16664

Must be a certified level 2, 3 or 4 Jaguar & Land Rover Auto Technician with minimum 5 years of experience, with expertise to work on our other Brands Must be able to perform vehicle diagnostics and updates using SDD, IDS, Chrysler wiTECH, Starscan, DRB III, Tech 2, NGS, and Fiat Examiner Diagnostic equipment Maintains vehicle functional condition by listening to customers / operator complaints; conduct inspections; repair engine failures;

LABOURER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 16672

CONTACT: 341-6670

LABOURER

CERTIFIED JAGUAR / LAND ROVER TECHNICIAN

MASON

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

POSITION AVAILABLE:

LABOURER

Salary: $7.00 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER

16662

LABOURER NEEDED

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 246-7824

16699

TOP BRASS SECURITY LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is looking for an

To work around yard, washing vehicles and vehicle maintenance.

To work 5 days per week including weekends and holidays.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

CONTACT TELEPHONE: 946-5300

16655

ALARM TECHNICIAN to work 5 days per week salary $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 649-231-1189 OR 649-231-2384

this is not for work permit renewal 16678

December 9-15, 2017 SIDNEY GARLAND GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

SUNSHINE TRANSPORT GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

SUNSHINE VARIETY GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

STORE CLERK

CONTACT: 241-3674

CONTACT: 946-1061

CONTACT: 946-1061

16668

16667

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16671

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Salary: $200 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TECH LOGIC WHEELAND Is seeking to employ a

ELECTRICAL/ ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN Salary: $2500 per month

CONTACT: 331-7020

Employers are seeking the following positions

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour Contact: 946-4100

MBA CONSTRUCTION

HELPER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 243-4849

R&C SNACK BAR

$6.25 per hour Contact: 332-5020

LETISHA PARKER

LABOURER:

LABOURER

JEAN LAURENT

ALEXANDRA LAMBERT

C&M WHOLESALE

$6.25 per hour Contact: 241-0362

16682

The Mission of the Church of God International

WILLIAM ALBERT FULFORD

PASTOR

LABOURER

Salary: $350 per week

CONTACT: 243-5844

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16696

THE SIBONNE BEACH HOTEL GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER To clean hotel rooms. Must be able to work weekends and holidays. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 946-5547

16709

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $300 per week

CONTACT: 242-6914 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16705

$250 per week Contact: 347-1890

LABOURER

LABOURER

RUSTON MUNCUFF

VHTC RADIO

CLEANER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 244-8720

$6.25 Contact: 343-2227

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour Contact: 342-2222

PIERRE JULMISTE

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 341-4541

16684

LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-6601

16666

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

BARBER

CONTACT: 339-8177

CONTACT: 348-1832

16710

MERCENE JEAN

WL CONSTRUCTION CO.

WILLY BARBER SHOP

Email: info@tcips.org

VACANCIES

CHALSIE TUCKER

16683

16654

Employers are seeking the following positions

$6.25 per hour Contact: 344-6893

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 342-0139

TSIP COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL Is seeking to employ a

946-5300

LABOURER

$250 per week Contact: 332-5020

CARETAKER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 332-5020

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

SIDOUANE LAURENT

CLEANER

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 332-5020

$6.25 per hour Contact: 243-8574

BREEZE CONSTRUCTION

TROPICAL BAR

CONTACT TELEPHONE:

$6.25 per hour Contact: 231-2196

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 231-0337

Duties include all aspects of customer service, car rental sales and dealing with E-mail correspondence pertaining to car reservations. To work 5 days per week including weekends and holidays. Salary is commensurate with experience.

JAMAL EWING

BUY WISE BEAUTY SUPPLIES

LABOURER

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour Contact: 332-5020

GARDENER

Employers are seeking the following positions

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION

RENTAL AGENT

16689

VACANCIES VACANCIES KUBERA

CLASSIFIEDS 43

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour

16795

NOTICE Operating Hours

Please be informed that our branches will be closed at 1:00pm on Wednesday, December 13, 2017.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused. Thank you for choosing Scotiabank.

It Starts With You. 16708

44 CLASSIFIEDS M&J BEAUTY NATURAL Is seeking to employ a

WANTED

DELICIOUS DISHES

DON DELROY HARVEY

HUMPHREY A. PROSPER

LABOURER COOK

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

CONTACT: 331-3887

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 246-0266

CONTACT: 241-0990

16727

16723

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

Blue Parrot is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER JANITOR/ CLEANER Salary: $6.25 per hour

Work hours are Mon – Fri, weekends when call Upon, salary is $6.25 per hour, successful candidate Will be cleaning office complex, Caribbean Place

CONTACT: 241-8505

All resumes should be sent via email: info@ dempseyandcompany

16712

16720

Salary: $6.25 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16729

Salary: $450 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 347-3221

16725

LABOURER

THE INDIVIDUAL MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING: • Adequate tools to perform his duties • Must be able to work with little or no supervision • Must be computer literate • Must be able to work weekends and holidays • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Salary range $8hr

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may also be assigned.

• Answer Technical questions about vehicle problems, warranties, services, and repairs.

• Main dealer experience preferred.

• Must be able to identify vehicle parts both on and of the vehicle.

• Oversee service ordering of parts and tools.

• Energetic, can work in a fast-paced environment.

• Team Oriented.

• Maintain customer satisfaction scores, and look at ways to increase these Manufacture warranty claims submissions • Oversee training and supervising of service department employees.

• Set schedules and assign tasks to service department employees.

• Attend required management meetings.

• Maintain effective employee relations.

• Can travel abroad for supplier conferences.

• At least 4 yrs. Automotive retail service advisor experience required.

• Hours of operation 8-5.30pm Mon-Friday Saturday 9am-1pm.

• Salary range between 45k-55k.

• Based on qualifications and experience.

RHONDDA COLLYMORE Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Salary: $250 per week Contact: 946-4445

CONTACT: 242-2413 This position is currently held

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

Held by a work permit holder

16721

TANYA GEORGE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DUTIES INCLUDE: • Identify mechanical problems, often by using computerized diagnostic equipment • Test parts and systems to ensure they are working properly • Follow checklists to make sure all critical parts are examined • Perform basic auto care and maintenance services • Replace worn or malfunctioning parts • Use testing equipment to ensure that repairs and maintenance are effective

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 346-1644

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

PHILADELPHY BAPTIST CHURCH OF SAINTS

Five Cays Bishop Doctor Emmanuel Innocent General Overseer and Senior Pastor Is seeking to employ a

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Must possess adequate tools to perform duties • Must be able work with little or no supervision • Must have experience using computerized diagnostic equipment • Must possess a valid TCI Driver’s License.

• Must possess applicable ASE Certification or equivalent Salary range is $28.00 - $30.00 per flat rate hour commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please email all application to syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted for an interview.

PASTOR Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1735

This position is currently held by a work pe4rmit holder

16737

16719

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $300 per week

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $3000 per month

by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 331-3887

TASTE BUDS RESTAURANT

CLASS CAR WASH

16722

SAM’S BUILDING, DOWNTOWN

Is seeking to employ a

16724

TWO AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR TECHNICIAN.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Salary: $250 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week Contact: 946-4445

DOMESTIC WORKER

SUMMARY: The Service Manager is responsible for overseeing the service and repair of vehicles brought to the dealership, The service Manager is responsible for operations, profitability, employee supervision, and customer satisfaction in the Service Department.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

HOUSEMAN

Held by a work permit holder

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE MANAGER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LYLY’S INTERNET CAFÉ

Is seeking to employ a

Is Currently looking to employ a labourer who will be responsible for the daily maintenance of the building, stocking of the shelves and any other duty that may be assigned.

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

JOHN HANCHELL

ISLAND VILLA MANAGEMENT

BAYVIEW MOTORS

Bayview Motors Ltd. P.O Box 619 Leeward Highway Providenciales

December 9-15, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

DA CONCH SHACK

16731

PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

CHEF

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $3200 per month

CONTACT: 331-3882

CONTACT: 241-7064

16730

Position is held by a work permit holder 16738

OLIANA FLORVIL DORASTIN

KEVIN’S QUALITY CLEANING

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-7366

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16742

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0801

Position is held by a work permit holder 16741

December 9-15, 2017

NMY BAR AND RESTAURANT

QUICK STEP SHOE REPAIR

PATRICK FIRMENICH

GRAND TURK IS LOOKING FOR A

BARTENDER

CLASSIFIEDS 45

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK WAGES STARTING AT $6.25 PER HOUR. BELONGERS WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE. 16734

VENETIAN ROAD Is seeking to employ a

FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 231-0121

CONTACT: 231-6318

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Salary: $250 per week

Salary: $380 per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

16733

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16728

ACCOUNTANT TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following full-time lecturing positions at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College for the semester commencing February 19, 2018:.

Faculty of Business Administration (BSA):

1 position: Management/Human Resource Management

Applications are invited from suited qualified and experienced persons for the Post of Accountant at the TCI Community College in Grand Turk.

Faculty of Education and Training (EDT):

The Accountant has overall responsibility for astute financial management of the accounting, finance, budgeting, forecasting, cost recovery and scenario planning of the College and performing the necessary functions as are related to these areas.

Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education (TVE):

The Accountant supervises the Bursar and is directly responsible to the President.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

a) Developing and implementing proper procedures to properly record and maintain accurate records of the financial transactions of the College. b) Accurate maintenance of the accounting records of the College with full utilization of appropriate computer software. c) Preparing and submitting to the President and the Board of Governors, monthly quarterly and annually, reports on the financial statements and analyses of all aspects of the financial activities of the College including fully reconciled financial statement and variance reports for use by the College. d) Ensuring proper maintenance of procedures for student billing and fee income, to ensure that income is properly controlled and students charged the appropriate fees. e) Supervision of the Bursar are: • Data entry • Fee collection and deposit • Receipt and sale of books • Monthly bank account reconciliation • Preparation of Purchase Orders and payment vouchers f) Responsible for payroll g) Ensuring that Inventory and fixed assets are properly recorded. h) Interaction with the Registrar and other Department of the College to ensure appropriate recording of student financial information. i) Ensuring that effective use is made of the available computerized technology to facilitate appropriate report for effective management decision. j) Other reasonably related duties, which may be assigned from time to time by the President for the efficient functioning of the College.

Experience, Qualifications & Skills: 1. Must possess at least a first degree or professional qualification from an internationally recognized and accredited institution.

2. A minimum of two (2) years working experience as an Accountant or in a related field.

3. Must be computer literate and have a sound, working knowledge of computerized accounting software including QuickBooks Pro. 4. Must be confidential, competent, tactful, honest, and vigilant at all times.

5. Must demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of the job.

Salary is in the scale: US$38,875.20 – 46,029.00 per annum. Application giving full details of qualifications and experience, recommendation from current place of employment, character reference, as well as a current police record should reach

The President, TCI Community College, PO Box 236, Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands, on or before the 23rd December, 2017.

Applications may be hand delivered or emailed to

tcicomc@tciway.tc OR president@tcicc.edu.tc

1 position: Early Childhood Education 1 position: Architectural/Building Design Technology/Civil Engineering/Automotive Engineering Tech Lecturers are required to teach across different academic levels from the G.C.E. Advanced level, Caribbean Advanced Proficiency and up to the Associate and Bachelor Degree levels. Multi-disciplinary candidates are particularly encouraged to apply for these positions.

The ideal candidate must have knowledge and skills obtained through collegiate preparation resulting in a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) which must include eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the area being applied for, from an accredited and recognized institution plus a Teaching Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma and no less than three years post qualification teaching experience. A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of a second class honors or other postgraduate qualifications, teaching certificate/Diploma and experience in teaching at Tertiary level may be considered.

Salary is in the scale: Level I: US$27,399.90 – $39,102.30 per annum.

Level II: US$40,210 – $43,488.40 per annum.

Entry point will depend on qualifications and experience. In the case of staff recruited from overseas, appointment is on contractual terms for an initial period of two years.

A gratuity is payable at the end of satisfactory contractual service at the rate of 10% of salary drawn during the period of service. A housing allowance is payable at existing rates.

Applications with copies of qualifications (including official transcripts), two character references, a police record and a recent testimonial from current place of employment should be sent to the:

PRESIDENT, TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE, P.O. BOX 236, LIGHTHOUSE ROAD, GRAND TURK, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS to reach not later than 23rd December, 2017. Where possible, applicants should e-mail their applications.

EMAIL tcicomc@tciway.tc president@tcicc.edu.tc dean@tcicc.edu.tc We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for interview will be contacted.

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Former USA Gymnastics team doctor Nassar sentenced to maximum 60 years in prison Dr. Larry Nassar was sentenced to the maximum 60 year sentence on Thursday in his federal child pornography case. Dozens of women have also accused him of sexual assault. (AP)

LARRY Nassar, the Michigan doctor charged by dozens of teenagers and women of assaulting them, was sentenced to 60 years in federal prison on Thursday for child pornography crimes.

Federal Judge Janet Neff

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handed down the sentence, following the recommendation of the government.

Neff said Nassar “should never again have access to children.”

Dr. Larry Nassar was sentenced to the maximum 60 year sentence on Thursday in his federal child pornography case. Dozens of women have also accused him of sexual assault. (AP) Investigators found more than 37,000 images of child pornography on Nassar’s electronic devices last year.

Images of children as young as infants were among his cache.

The 54-year-old Nassar

had worked at Michigan State University and with USA Gymnastics; through his latter role, numerous current and former gymnasts, including Olympians Aly Raisman, McKayla Maroney, accused him of sexual assault when they were teenagers.

Student athletes at Michigan State also accused Nassar of assault.

Nassar has also pleaded guilty to molesting gymnasts with his hands in the Lansing, Mich. area, under the guise of providing treatment. He will be sentenced in those cases in January.

Because this Nassar case

involved child pornography and not the assault charges, Neff denied a request from the government to have his alleged sex-assault victims make statements, though she said there will be a time for those, once the court turns it attention to sentencing in the assault cases.

Maroney has said she was as young as 13 when Nassar began “treating” her at every chance he could get, alleging that he gave her a sleeping pill for a flight to Tokyo for a competition when she was 15. The next thing she knew, Maroney was alone with Nassar in his hotel room.

(APPLICATION DEADLINE: 22nd DECEMBER 2017)

Qualified Pharmacy Technician – work permit renewal

Director of Maritime - CFB6-01 DEPARTMENT: Maritime Department LOCATION: Providenciales Salary: Grade 9 - $59,552.50 per annum

JOB SUMMARY The post is a senior management position mandated to oversee the efficient enforcement of applicable maritime laws and proper implementation of the duties and responsibilities of the Department; to conduct policy review and analyses, and to propose appropriate legislative action; to perform SWOT analyses and strategic planning to address both short and long-term issues and challenges of the Department.

Junior Conservation Officer - CFB6-02 DEPARTMENT: Maritime Department LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 4 - $21,935.00

JOB SUMMARY This post supports the Conservation Officers who are responsible for the enforcement of pertinent environmental laws and maritime laws in TCI; involve in all conservation activities; maintain parks infrastructures; and keep all dive equipment and field tools in proper conditions.

- Must have pharmacy technician qualification from an accredited college, including at least 1 year of classroom based learning.

- At least 5 years post qualification experience in a busy pharmacy.

- Duties will include accurate dispensing, use of dispensary software, maintenance of inventory, NHIP billing, handling OTC enquiries, extemporaneous liquid and cream preparation.

- Will be required to pass a pharmacy technician exam paper including calculations as part of interview process.

- Willing to work long shifts, weekends and holidays.

- $12-$14 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

Please send resume, copy of qualifications and immigration status to jobs@ flamingopharmacy.com or fax to 649 941 4098 with a copy to the labour department. Turks and Caicos Islanders preferred. Closing date 29th Dec 2017 16691

CIRCLE HOLDING LTD. Is seeking to fill the below mentioned positions for one construction site engineer and seven laborers positions require a flexible schedule which includes holidays, weekends, evenings and extended hours on occasion.

Senior Administrative Officer - KHB6-03 DEPARTMENT: Health Regulatory Authority LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 6 -$33,415.00 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior administrative position, which has responsibility for the smooth operation of administrative functions in the office and provides support in resource management of finances, human resources, facilities and purchasing.

Assistant Revenue Commissioner – Legal – JCB6-04

REQUIREMENTS FOR LABORERS • • • • • •

5 proven years experience in construction business High school diploma Estimating and communication skills Ability to use necessary tools and machines Effective communication skills in Bulgarian or Turkish Based salary $400.00 per week

REQUIREMENTS FO ENGINEER

DEPARTMENT: Revenue Control Unit LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum

JOB SUMMARY The incumbent will work in collaboration with the Commissioner of Revenue to implement revenue control policies, Ensure that the Various Revenue Ordinances and Regulations are strictly adhered to and undertake the day to day interpretation of the Revenue Ordinance and Regulations that falls under the remit of the Revenue Unit.

For more details regarding this position, kindly refer to the attached documents or visit www.gov.tc.

Please ensure that all applications submitted by email clearly states the Job Title in the subject line of the email and all applications received via hard copy is clearly marked with the Job Title.

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• Bachelor’s degree in engineering • 10 years of proven construction experience • The proper knowledge of estimating, planning and controlling the cost associated with construction project • A strong grasp of physics, three-dimensional conceptual skills and creative problem solving • Calculating the loads and stresses the construction will have to safely withstand and bel able to factor in the different qualities and strengths delivered by a range of building materials, and understand how to incorporate support beams, columns and foundations.

• Co-ordinate and consult with other members of the project, including engineers, environmental scientists, architects and landscape architects.

• Good communication, interpersonal and leadership skills; should be able to pay meticulous attention to detail and have strong analytical, math and problem solving skills • Effective communication skills in Bulgarian or Turkish • Annual salary $50,000.00

Please submit resume by email to info@karammissick.com Closing date for applications is December 31st, 2017

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Chapecoense through to Copa Libertadores qualifiers with late winner

Cristiano Ronaldo (left) and main rival Lionel Messi (right) before the winner was announced on Thursday afternoon.

Ballon d’Or 2017: Ronaldo beats Messi to win fifth award REAL Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo beat Barcelona’s Lionel Messi to win the Ballon d’Or award for the fifth time - and the second year in a row.

Victory took the 32-year-old Portugal international level with

EL RANCHO BAR AND RESTAURANT KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE MANAGER Salary: $600 per week

CONTACT: 343-4718

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30-year-old Argentine Messi, who won the most recent of his five awards in 2015.

Last season, Ronaldo helped Real Madrid win the Champions League and their first La Liga title since 2012. (BBC)

DELICIOUS DISHES Airport Road/ Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

JUST over a year since the plane crash that killed most of Chapecoense’s players and staff, the Brazilian club’s remarkable recovery continues.

A goal from Tulio de Melo in the fifth minute of stoppage time gave Chapecoense victory against Coritiba with the last kick of the game.

It means the reborn side finished eighth in Brazil’s Série A to earn a place in the qualifying rounds of next season’s Copa Libertadores -- the premier club competition in South American football.

The result came just a few days after a vigil was held at the Arena Conda to mark the one-year anniversary of the plane crash that killed 71 of the 77 people on board, including 19 of the club’s first-team players.

GIFT VARIETY STORE Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 331-0720

CONTACT: 345-2318

Salary: $6.25 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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Salary: $300 per week

JOB VACANCY

The Somerset Resort Management Ltd. is seeking to fill the below mentioned position. The ideal candidate will possess extensive high-end luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently. Position requires a flexible schedule which includes holidays, weekends and evenings and extended hours on occasion.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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TRADE WIND INDUSTRIES LIMITED

JOB SUMMARY:

REGISTERED NO. 1432

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (“AGM”) Of the Company will be held at its Registered Office at Suite C-12, Market Place, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands On Wednesday, January 3rd, 2018 at 11:00 am AGENDA 1. Appointment of Directors; 2. Appointment of Secretary; 3. Ratification of all acts, decisions and proceedings of the Directors 4. Hurricane Damage 5. Addressing debt position of the Company 6. Implications flowing from (5) above 7. Any other matter that may properly be brought before the A.G.M. • A shareholder who is entitled to attend and vote at the AGM is entitled to appoint a proxy or two more proxies to attend and participate in and vote at the AGM in place of the shareholder, by completing the form of proxy in accordance with the instructions set out therein.

• A proxy need not be a shareholder of the company, in order to be valid a Proxy must be deposited at the Registered Office of the company not less than forty-eight (48) hours before the time for holding the meeting or any adjournment thereof • Kindly note that meeting participants (including proxies) are required to provide reasonably satisfactory identification before being entitled to attend or participate in a meeting. In this regard, all shareholders recorded in the registers of the company on the voting record date will be required to provide identification satisfactory to the chairman of the AGM. Forms of identification include valid identity documents, driving licences and passports.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD

Crowds gather at a ceremony in honor of the victims and survivors of the plane crash that devastated Chapecoense’s football club last year.

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To ensure that all guestrooms are cleaned to the established standards.

Provides courteous and professional service at all times.

Reports for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag at all times.

Receives Room Attendant assignment sheet and section passkey for the days duties from Asst. Housekeeper and/or floor Supervisor • Stocks Room Attendant cart to the established standards REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma or equivalent vocational training • Must be literate with above average verbal communication skills • Ability to work in a self motivated environment with little supervision • Ability to manage the administration of multiple tasks at one time • Regular/Full Time position only • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work • Possess at least 3 years of experience in five-star resorts. Strong attention to details and exceptional ability to maintain the highest standards of quality required.

• Must be a team player with a strong work ethic.

• Courteous individuals who possess a positive demeanor and a commitment to excellence are required.

Pay rate: Base salary range: $6.00-$7.00 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience. Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

Qualified Belonger candidates can complete an application form in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay, 10 Sibonne Drive, Providenciales, TCI or submit a resume by e-mail at twilliams@thesomerset.com for questions call (649) 339 5900, fax number (649) 946 5839. The closing date for applications is December 30th, 2017.

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Russia ban adds to South Korea’s Winter Olympics woes SOUTH Korean Olympic organisers have expressed shock after Russia was banned from taking part in the upcoming Pyeongchang Winter Games.

The absence of one of the world’s major winter sports powers from the competition adds another stress for the hosts, who are already dealing with lackluster ticket sales in the shadow of the ongoing North Korea crisis.

Lee Hee-beom, President of the Pyeongchang Organizing Committee, said in a radio interview Tuesday he did not expect the International Olympic Committee (IOC) “to go this far.”

“We plan to meet with the chairman of the IOC and deliver our message. The message that it’s better to allow as many nations, as many athletes to compete,” he told South Korea’s CBS Radio.

Under the IOC’s ruling, which found Russia had engaged in “systemic manipulation” of antidoping rules, “clean” sportspeople will be able to participate in the

Games under the designation “Olympic Athlete from Russia” (OAR).

Lee said the organising committee respects the IOC’s decision, and that allowing Russians to compete in a personal capacity was the next best option, beyond full participation.

Some prominent Russian Olympians say they haven’t yet decided if they’ll compete.

Evgenia Medvedeva, a two-time world figure-skating champion, told reporters after the IOC’s decision that it was “too early” for her to decide whether she would take part.

Figure skating is one of the most popular Winter Olympics events, and the loss of Medvedeva -- widely tipped for a gold medal -- would be a major blow to fans.

In a speech to the IOC panel before the ruling came down, Medvedeva seemed to indicate she would not compete as a neutral athlete, saying she “could not accept” that option.

“I am proud of my country, it is a great honour for me to represent it at the Games,” she said. “It gives

strength and inspires me during the performances.”

Medvedeva told panel members as a “clean” athlete she never dreamed she could be banned from the Olympics.

“In 2014, I was 14 years old. I had not even entered the adult national team of my country,” she said. For me personally, Pyeongchang should be the first chance to plunge into the unique atmosphere of the Olympic Games. I do not understand why my Russian teammates and I can lose this chance.”

Other Russian athletes have reacted similarly. According to state-run broadcaster RT, Irina Avvakumova, a member of the ski jumping team, said she “did not prepare for so many years just to go and compete without representing my country.”

Figure skating trainer Tatiana Tarasova called the IOC’s decision to ban the Russian team “the murder of our national sport.”

Russian President Vladimir Putin has previously said it would be a

Evgenia Medvedeva is one of several Russian athletes who indicated they may boycott the Games rather than compete as neutrals.

humiliation to compete without any national symbols.

Whether a handful of Russian athletes compete as neutrals or none at all, Russians won’t be watching the Games at home, with the AllRussia State Broadcasting Company saying it will not carry the Games without a Russian team.

Organisers are also likely concerned about a drop in Russian spectators in the stands. According to statistics from the Korea Tourist Organization (KTO), around 18,000 Russian tourists visited South Korea in October, more than any other non-

Asian nation except for the US and almost 10,000 more than the next European country.

Russia hosted the last Winter Olympics, at Sochi in 2014, a competition which “restored Russia’s status as a leading winter sports nation,” according to a 2015 IOC report, and many could have been expected to attend next year’s event.

The loss of Russian spectators at the Games could be a big blow to the Winter Olympics, which have typically attracted fewer attendees than the Summer Games.

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Smith: About five young footballers identified for scholarships GENERAL Secretary of the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) Oliver Smith confirmed that a few players have been identified for scholarships after assessment by visiting coaches at the College Showcase and Identification Camp which was held from November 30 to December 3 at the TCIFA National Academy in Providenciales. “…They have identified about 5 players including one female, but nothing is definitive as yet,” Smith told the Weekly News in an invited comment.

At the four-day event, five

coaches from several recognised colleges were on hand to witness the best 16 years and above players in the TCI. The team of coaches comprised of Juan Carlos Gonzalez (Men’s Coach at ASA College Miami), Bart Sasnett (Men’s Coach at Daytona State College), Kyle Beard (Men’s Coach at Faulkner University in Alabama), Munga Eketebi (Men’s Coach at Broward College in Fort Lauderdale Florida), and Eric Dobrzanski (Women’s Coach at Johnson and Wales University).

Prior to the camp, Smith had said, “this initiative is a recognition of the

TCIFA of the need to create player pathways for our elite players so that they can receive the necessary intense training and competitive games that are critical to their development. We have seen the success of this with players like Billy Forbes and Marco Fenelus who have both gone on to

play at the professional level and we are optimistic that we have the talent in our Youth Programs to repeat that, all to the benefit of the growth of football in the TCI”.

In February, at the first camp, Makenson Cadet was awarded a full football scholarship to the ASA

Some of the hopeful male players who participated in the event.

Three of the Maranatha players from the Blizzards basketball team.

Maranatha Blizzards make surprising start to PABA High School League THE MARANATHA Blizzards made a surprising start to the PABA High School League, which tipped off last month at the Graceway Sports Centre court.

The Blizzards humbled the BWIC Spartans 34-23 on Friday after a 33-32 win against defending champions Clement Howell High School Eagles in the league’s opener on November 20.

Javanio Rigby, who scored two

clutch free throws just before the final whistle, won the game at the line.

The league, which is into its eighth season, has games every Mondays and Fridays.

Teams from Maranatha, BWIC, CHHS, Wesley Methodist, the Turks and Caicos Community College and the Edward Gartland Youth Centre are competing in the league.

TCI also has a number of talented female players.

College, in Miami, Florida. The talented youngster just completed his first full season there and was selected as a member of the All Conference Second Team, which in essence means he was one of the top 22 players in the Conference in which his team competed.

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Lynn Robinson registered a better negative split during the race.

Lynn cops third in female division at Reggae Marathon

Kivarno Handfield has a new personal indoor best (2.10M).

HANDFIELD BREAKS HIGH JUMP INDOOR RECORD KIVARNO Handfield broke the national indoor high jump record while competing in his season’s opener on Saturday last.

The St. Augustine University senior registered a best jump of 2.10M, to eclipse the 2.04M that he made in 2015 and Simpson Penn’s 2011 and 2012 records, at the 2017 JDL College Kick Off Classic in Winston-Salem, NC. The 25-year-old settled for third in the competition, despite finishing with the same best height as the second placed finisher.

Handfield decided against

jumping at the 1.75M, 1.80M, 1.85M and 1.90M marks. He however failed in his first jump at 1.95M, before succeeding at 2.0M, 2.05M and 2.10M. The TCI national athlete had several good attempts at 2.15M, but could not cleanly get over the bar.

The division two jumper is excited about his season, which will continue in January. He feels that his new training system, which includes jumping at least three days per week (the most he has ever jumped since moving to the US) is helping him to get better.

LYNN Robinson feels her extra training has contributed to her third place finish, in the female category, at last Saturday’s Reggae Marathon in Jamaica.

At the event, the ace TCI long distance runner registered a better negative split (running the second half of the marathon faster than the first) for the first time in her career.

“I felt really good on the second

half and managed to pass quite a few people,” the 49-year-old told the Weekly News.

The Vegan athlete, finished 18th overall out of 119 marathon runners.

“I think all my extra training has helped me become stronger in the 2nd half. Also nutrition plays a big part. Lots of fresh healthy products.”

3000 MILES As of Wednesday

evening,

Robinson had completed 2740 miles for 2017. She initially hoped to run 2017 miles this year, but she eased past that milestone several months ago and then made a new target.

Now the running sensation is focused on making the 3000-mile mark before the new year.

Lynn’s next competitive event will be on January 13 at the Nutrition in Demand run in the TCI.

Simmons says teamwork has pushed Dakota College to perfect start DWAINE Simmons feels that his Dakota College basketball team’s chemistry and work ethics are the main factors that have propelled them to a perfect start in the National Junior College Athletics Association League.

The 22-year-old Rising Stars Basketball player has been instrumental for his team in their 11-0 start this season.

“It took us a little time, but we are finally starting to flow more as a team on the court. In terms of passing and sharing the basketball to the open man which diminished a lot of the one-onone game play.

“We are learning each other’s strengths and weaknesses, which I think is the biggest reason my scoring numbers are increasing, they try to give me the ball in my comfort zones a lot more now than before.”

On Saturday evening, the 6’6 forward, who had scored 15 points and eight boards in game 10, finished with eight points and

Simmons has dominated at both ends of the court for his college team.

seven rebounds.

Simmons is hoping to help him

team to a perfect 14-0 start before 2018.

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