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SALT CAY DEAL WAS “MADNESS” – COURT HEARD

– Developer paid Misick $6m for land on ‘island that time forgot’ A mega rich foreign investor gifted former premier Michael Misick millions of dollars as part of a corrupt partnership to hold some of the most prized land in TCI, court heard on Wednesday (January 27). PAGE  5

GOV’T TO FOCUS ON HEALTHCARE PAGE  4

PDM OPENS PROCESS FOR ELECTION CANDIDATE SELECTION PAGE  7

FOREIGN INVESTOR KNEW ABOUT LAND DISCOUNTS PAGE  8

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Premier Rufus Ewing and Minister of Health and Human Services

Government to ensure primary healthcare for all – Premier Ewing

BY OLIVIA ROSE

THE GOVERNMENT will focus heavily on the provision of primary healthcare that will ensure universal health coverage and access of healthcare to all. This means that everyone will receive the health services they need without suffering financial hardship when paying for them. That is according to Premier Rufus Ewing who is also the Minister of Health and Human Services. His remarks were made in the House of Assembly on Wednesday (January 27) during his ministerial speech. Premier Ewing outlined several policies and plans that are aimed at improving healthcare for the populace. These are, the national health

strategic plan, the national action plan for prevention and control of non-communicable diseases and health promotion in the Turks and Caicos Islands and the draft national pharmaceutical policy. He said: “Mr Speaker, as the Premier and minister with responsibility for health services I can speak to the evolution of healthcare and the plans for expansion of agriculture within these islands. “In 2006 the Turks and Caicos Government developed a healthcare strategy to extend the benefit of state funded healthcare to all residents in the Turks and Caicos Islands rather than only Turks and Caicos nationals. “Recommendations were made to improve the health infrastructure at both the primary and secondary care levels to establish an effective

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mechanisms for management and procurement of health services locally and overseas. “The healthcare renewal strategy would strengthen the foundation of affordable and sustainable healthcare.” He noted that the strategy will be based on several pillars which are: Improving the local delivery of secondary and tertiary services by the construction of two state of the art hospitals. The upgrading of primary healthcare services and facilities, the development of a healthy lifestyle initiative. The establishment of a national health insurance plan and a health financing mechanism and the development of a health sector regulatory mechanism including the formation of a health regulatory agency or health regulatory authority which would govern and monitor any sector of healthcare delivery in the TCI “By April 2010, two new state of the art hospitals were constructed and operational through a public private partnership between the Turks and Caicos Government and IMS Health Canada Ltd. “Possible services now offered

were extended well beyond that offer in 2010 with the inclusion of services such oncology, orthopaedics, neonatal and adult high dependency care in much extended visiting consultant program to include services such as ophthalmology, urology that are much demand today.” The Minister of Health pointed out that although the provision of secondary care services has improved significantly on the Islands there is much more room for improvement. “The ministry continues to strengthen its capacity to monitor, evaluate and implement value for money, quality of services improvement strategy through the contact management unit and service review board. “The critical audit report had recommended closure of the Grand Turk hospital but this Government had made a policy decision that closing the Grand Turk hospital is not an option and neither is the reduction and the scaling down of the vital in house services or visiting services such as ophthalmology.” He noted that wherever healthcare deficiencies exist they will be corrected. “Mr Speaker, while it is important to fund and ensure the provision of

high quality secondary locally and tertiary healthcare services locally and overseas, such acts cannot continue to be at the expense of primary healthcare. “The National Health Insurance Plan (NHIP), a social health insurance programme that embodies the principles of solidarity and equitable access was implemented in 2010. “This plan was designed to improve universal health coverage and universal access and we led the way in this region with the implementation of this plan.” The Premier noted that many other countries such as the British Virgin Islands and the Bahamas are implementing similar social health insurance and financing plans. Premier Ewing acknowledged that while they are many issues relating to the national insurance plan which his administration is now addressing, the plan is still looked upon as a best practice plan. The health minister revealed that in March of this year he will be presenting to the Medical Association of the Bahamas, sharing the successes, pitfalls and lessons learned as the Government positions itself to implement their own national health insurance plan.

Local man to be charged with captaining illegal vessel BY DAISY HANDFIELD A TCI man is currently in police custody and waiting to be charged for captaining an illegal vessel with five Haitian passengers on board. The boat, which was attempting to enter the Turks and Caicos Islands illegally, was captured by the marine branch of the police

force, five miles out from South Dock, Providenciales, at about 3am on Tuesday (January 19). Police press officer Audley Astwood on Wednesday (January 27) said that the local man who has still not been identified by police, was the captain of the 20 foot boat equipped with a 15 horse power engine.

Aside from the captain, the illegal vessel was carrying one woman and four men. It is alleged that the man was attempting to enter illegal people into the TCI in exchange for money. This was the first illegal vessel to be intercepted by Boarder Control this year.

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Developer paid Misick $6m for land on ‘island that time forgot’ BY JOHN TONER A MEGA rich foreign investor gifted former premier Michael Misick millions of dollars as part of a corrupt partnership to hold some of the most prized land in TCI, court heard on Wednesday (January 27). Misick allegedly accepted a phoney $6 million loan from

Slovakian businessman Mario Hoffman that was never repaid as part of secret dealings to secure land at Salt Cay. Fellow former minister McAllister Hanchell also benefited from the deal to the tune of $2 million dollars in the form of a loan which was also never repaid, the court was told. On top of those payments it is

Development “madness” lead to huge concessions being granted to Island’s largest holiday resort

alleged that $750,000 was paid into PNP accounts and dished out in various sums to the benefit of Misick, Hanchell, Floyd Hall and Lillian Boyce. The prosecution also claimed that Michael Misick’s brother Thomas Chalmers Misick acted as the former premier’s “personal banker” moving corrupt payments around on his behalf. The payments related to securing the ownership or long term lease of almost all the land on Salt Cay, known as the island that time forgot. Lead prosecutor Andrew Mitchell QC told the SIPT court: “Salt Cay represented an opportunity for Michael Misick and McAllister Hanchell to make money. “They entered into a relationship with a developer, Mario Hoffman, that can only be described as corrupt and over three years, even in the context of this case, they received quite large sums of money. “Thomas Chalmers Misick was Michael Misick’s personal banker in relation to Salt Cay and millions of dollars of criminal property was moved through accounts to his benefit and the benefit of Hanchell. “The payment of the bribes appear to coincide with concessions being granted in terms of value of land and duty. “The development agreement at Salt Cay can be described in one word, madness. “The relationship between Michael Misick, McAllister Hanchell and Mario Hoffman taints the agreement and the sale of land. “Here we have a $6 million discount obtained on the sale of land and days later a loan of $6m is given to Mr Misick.” The transactions allegedly resulted in 122 acres of Crown land being sold to the developer at a knockdown price meaning that the TCI Government lost $6.83 million. The court heard that Hanchell and Misick were also both given support to obtain Centurion American Express credit cards, which are reserved only for the extremely wealthy, by Hoffman. Using the cards they allegedly went on extravagant holidays all over the world to places including London, Paris, New York, Miami

and Dubai. They are also said to have enjoyed lavish shopping sprees with their wives in high end designer stores across the globe in stores including Jacob and Co and Dolce and Gabbana. The prosecution say that between January 2006 and January 2009 Michael Misick and his then wife LisaRaye McCoy were able to spend $4.8 million on their card. In the same time period it is alleged that McAllister Hanchell and his wife spent $1.1 million on theirs. During his submissions Mitchell mentioned one of the lawyers present had told him they were once lucky enough to hold one of these cards and there was laughter in court as QCs jumped to their feet to deny being that person. Judge Harrison even said with a wry smile: “I have never heard so many protests at once.” As Mitchell proceeded with his opening there was some disquiet in court as the name of one of the attorneys present, Mark Fulford, was read out as being the recipient of a cheque from a PNP account. Ralph Thorne QC told Judge Harrison: “Mr Fulford is not before this court for any matter and it is

important to defend the honour and integrity of our colleagues, his name being called is a concern of mine. “In presenting all these cheques with all these names my learned friend is swinging a cudgel and all its way will fall, he must not bring these names down.” Fulford is not charged with any crime and there is no suggestion he has acted illegally or improperly. During the course of day eight of the prosecution opening the court heard that as part of the dealings surrounding land on Salt Cay a Belonger named Earl ‘Super C’ Ingham, who had known Misick and Hanchell for years, lost land he had been leasing for six years without explanation. It was also claimed by the prosecution that Misick and Hanchell swore at and intimidated the chair of the Planning Board after the board turned down proposals to relocate a planned dock on Salt Cay. An urgent meeting of the Planning Board was demanded by Hanchell and days later the plans were approved, the prosecution said. All the defendants deny all the charges against them. The trial continues.

Letters show Sandals ‘covering their backs’ BY JOHN TONER LETTERS shown to the SIPT trial show Sandals International trying to distance itself from allegedly corrupt payments made to the PNP. Correspondence drafted by Jamaican law firm Patterson Mair Hamilton and sent to Chalmers Misick and Co solicitors claimed that management of Sandals International did not knowingly pay money to the firm for the benefit of the PNP. However Chalmers Misick and Co hit back in a

responding letter saying that the contributions were in fact “political” and claiming that management did know that money was being sent. The correspondence back and forth happened against the backdrop of the Commission of Inquiry and Malcolm Bishop QC, representing Thomas Chalmers Misick, said that this letter from Sandals was an attempt to “cover their backs” as investigations were taking place. The defendants deny all the charges against them. The trial continues.

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Improving food security is a Government priority BY OLIVIA ROSE IMPROVING food security in the Turks and Caicos Islands is high on the Government’s agenda. Premier Rufus Ewing told the National Assembly on Wednesday (January 27) during his ministerial speech that in 2012 the Government embarked on a policy to deepen and transform, and further develop the agriculture potential of the Islands. He said: “Its overarching commitment is moving towards the sustainable development of the country as it progresses towards selfsufficiency. “The development and transformation of agriculture are very important.” He noted that the vision is to make agriculture an integral part of the transformation and development of the Turks and Caicos Islands and the country’s economy and to improve food security. The mission therefore, is to develop agriculture by employing the technology and research available in the field to increase production, increase direct linkages between agriculture and other striving factors of economy whether public or private sector. “And the sustainable use of the environment, the promotion of inter-governmental cooperation, the creation of a well-regulated food safety and quality system and the production of niche marketing and value added products through quality driven agri-processing and

manufacturing,” he said. Ewing pointed out that the draft agriculture development plan and policy are set against an assessment of the state of agriculture and the general economic environment for the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Tourism is the main economic driver of the Turks and Caicos Islands, its success serves as a pull factor on agriculture development because of the guarantee of better wages, the high quality of service, environmental and aesthetics.” The Premier underscored the fact that the Turks and Caicos Islands was impacted by the global escalation in food and fuel prices in 2008 and was exacerbated by the financial crisis worldwide. “Agricultural production and related industries in the TCI range from not very developed to nonexistent. “The Turks and Caicos Islands food security is primarily met by importation. “The country is predominantly a net food importer with the total import of agriculture goods averaging $45 million over the last five years. “This is not a good position to be in. “In this regard, agriculture development becomes a tool for economic diversification and food import substitution.” He further emphasised the role agriculture plays in the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ economy.

Improving food security

“Agriculture and by direct reference both aqua-culture and mari-culture must play a greater role in the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands economy. “There needs to be a transformation of our total dependence on foreign food supply, of the agriculture system being employed, of the average farm size of the land used tenure. “Human development infrastructure, the improvement

of market accessibility and the availability of technical human resources. “The policy and plan objectives are one, to increase agriculture production in these islands, two, to raise the social economic standards of farmers, three, to improve food security and maintain and safeguard the environment.” It was noted that these broad objectives outlined in the draft

agriculture policy could contribute to the reduction of the food import cost while strengthening food and nutritional security among the population. The agriculture policy also has the potential to improve the level of sectoral linkages, employment, it could assist in the reduction of rural household poverty, and it could maintain environmental protection and improve food safety.

Shore Club developer addresses criticism BY DAISY HANDFIELD

CEO of the Hartling Group Stan Hartling addressed negative comments made on social media after the chain of resorts extended job interviews to people the Bahamas for the newest luxury resort development, The Shore Club. Hartling recently offered Turks and Caicos Islanders that reside in the Bahamas the opportunity to apply for vacancies at the new resort. In an interview the CEO said that he wanted to be very clear that nothing was changing in the company’s focus on the people in the Turks and Caicos Islands and that he wanted to apologise for any way that the information may have

misled that. He said that sometimes things are done with great intent but taken the wrong way. “The intent was this, when we had to do a big hiring one time, it is a different story because there are so many roles to fill. “When we had the situation where some of those roles could not be filled, locally, then most any company is going to some form of outside labour at that point. “We wanted to be proactive and say that.” Hartling said that although the advertisement in the Bahamas may have been taken out of context, the company has taken measures to correct it.

“The first thing we have done in the moment, we have suspended that job fair. “I think it is the right thing to do because it shows respect for people’s feelings and it’s the right thing to do.” Hartling said that for years the Hartling group has been dedicated to promoting Belongers first, youth and education but one must also consider the fact that the company has also invested lots of money in advertising job fairs to which desirable interest was not attained. Hartling concluded that hiring will continue to take place later on in the year. Concerned resident Trevor Cooke said that if the Shore Club is

CEO for the Hartling Group, Stan Hartling

aiming at certain executive type of person within the industry or middle managers they are not in the TCI. He said that he understood, but in his opinion the TCI has sufficient people who could take up the employment opportunity that was being provided by Shore Club. According to Hartling in a

previous interview, the development will provide job opportunities for about 200 to 250 people. The resort occupies nine acres of land and 820 feet of beach frontage. The luxury resort community includes 38 condos in two lowrise buildings and six, six-bedroom villas.

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PDM opens process for selection of candidates BY OLIVIA ROSE THE PEOPLE’S Democratic Movement (PDM) this week announced the opening of its process for candidate selection in preparation for the upcoming general elections. This announcement was made by Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson on January 25 in the House of Assembly when parliament opened for the first time for 2016. During her presentation she said: “This is 2016 and we know that elections will be held this year and we wish in this forum to announce the official opening of the application process for candidacy on a PDM ticket. “We know that within short order these Islands will vote for and experience a better Government, one whose strategy is simply to use its powers to ensure that we engage in people centred development, simply where people come first. “Today we invite the voting public and prospective candidates to join the winning team as we seek to fill the eight seats on that side of the House. Be quick, be keen and be ready!” According to a release from the party, the prospective candidates are required to join an island branch in their respective constituencies. The party’s constitution makes provision for the selection of candidates and qualifications for elected office in section 24 but

namely: a) Be members of the party in good standing b) Be registered voters and c) Satisfy the qualifications for membership of the legislature as laid down by the Constitution of the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Additionally, prospective candidates for elections shall be either: a) recommended to the candidates committee in writing by the branch of the party in the constituency concerned. “Or b) recommended to the candidates committee by an affiliated member of the party or c) An individual member of the party in good standing who applies in writing to the candidates committee.” The Opposition leader also extended best wishes to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands during her speech. “Sympathies to those who have lost loved ones. We have mourned with families and I join the Premier in extending sympathy to those he listed and also Mackey’s family and the late Rev Nelson Forbes. While we mourn, we also celebrated with families.” In this vein she acknowledged the accomplishment of British West Indies Collegiate and its student Ashcah Wildish who was recently topped the world in A-level mathematics. “I say congratulations to her, her family and school again. Indeed global greatness has come from one of the smallest corners of the world.” Meanwhile, during her address,

Electors list published on Friday TURKS and Caicos Islanders will be given the opportunity to view the 2016 Preliminary Electors List from Friday (January 29). Supervisor of Elections Dudley Lewis will post the list at 82 locations across the Turks and Caicos Islands. After the publication registered voters will have 14 days to scrutinise it and make any claims or objections. Electors can make claims on their own or on behalf of others, as set out in form three in schedule one of the Elections Ordinance. Similarly, objections can be made as set out in form four in

schedule one. An elector who is off island for the next two weeks may appoint an agent to act on his or her behalf as set out in form five in schedule one. The agent must produce a sworn affidavit that they are acting on the claimant’s behalf. All forms can be obtained from Elections Office in Grand Turk and Providenciales and the District Commissioner’s Officers. Claims or objections can be submitted to the Elections Office Grand Turk, Providenciales Elections Office, District Commissioners Officers or by email to dllewis@gov.tc.

the Opposition leader turned her attention to several issues facing residents of Grand Turk, highlighting the dire need for greater police presence on the island. “Mr Speaker, the PDM is seriously concerned about the state of policing in Grand Turk and do not believe that we are making much ado about nothing. “We believe that urgent recruitment must be the response and ought to have been considered in a supplementary appropriation having passed quite a number over the past year. “Mr Speaker, we stand ready to support any financing for resources to aid in effective policing.” Cartwright-Robinson gave a

Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson

stern warning to miscreants who may contemplate any activity of a criminal nature. “I pause to caution those who seek to engage in malicious damage

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to property and to say to stop, stop right now because whilst I hear the fear of residents, I hear frustration and I pray that there are no tragic ends for these misguided youth.”

By Benneth Williams

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Foreign investor knew about land discounts BY JOHN TONER THE CANADIAN investor who bankrolled the North West Point development knew that Belonger discounts were used to purchase the land on his behalf, the SIPT court heard. David Wex, a property developer based in Toronto, Canada, even had the Belongers used to purchase the land sign indemnity agreements to prevent him being chased to pay back the discount. TCI law requires Belonger discounts to be paid back when land is sold on to a non-Belonger and Wex was “anxious” to avoid that, the court heard during sessions on Friday (January 22) and Monday (January 25). Lead prosecutor Andrew Mitchell QC told the court: “On the face of it this was a Belonger purchase but the Crown submit this land was going straight on to a developer. “The defendants should have made sure that the land was sold directly to Mr Wex so that the Government felt the benefit of the $7 million. “If a Belonger acting honestly buys that land and sells it at a profit to a non-Belonger straight away then the Government is going to reclaim that money. “At North West Point they

The SIPT court house formerly housed the Myrtle Rigby Clinic

recognised that there was an opportunity to pocket $3 million quick profit. “The moving of the titles and the way the transfer is directed was done to deceive the type land registry, the Government and therefore the Crown. “Mr Wex wanted indemnities to prevent the discount granted to the Belongers being recovered from him and the four Belongers must have been fairly comfortable with this arrangement to have entered into it for ten years as they did. “Mr Wex knew he was paying a market value and knew they were getting a discount.”

None of the foreign investors involved in the land deals being investigated by the SIPT have been charged in the trial. The Crown said that the purchase of land at North West Point was facilitated by Melbourne Wilson who knowingly arranged for four Belongers to obtain it on the false pretence of commercial development. It is alleged that the land purchased by the four Belongers, Earlson Robinson, Jeffrey Hall, Oliver Hall and Samuel Been, was immediately transferred through several companies and into the ownership of Wex without any

money being invested into the land by them. Once Wex purchased the land through a company he part owned called Blue Resorts Limited, money was then passed through several other companies with $1,000,000 that was intended for Earlson Robinson ending up in the bank account of his sister Lillian Boyce. The money was never deposited into an account in the name of Earlson Robinson. Boyce was interviewed during the Commission of Inquiry on four occasions about her involvement in the deal at North West Point and denied she had used her position to

obtain Crown land for her brother and said she did not discuss it with him at any point. During interview she said she was simply holding the million dollars and had made no plans for it. She also said that after arranging to “borrow” $600,000 of it from her brother, Michael Misick contacted her and asked to borrow money from Robinson as well, something to which Robinson agreed. Melbourne Wilson was also interviewed and denied any knowledge of how $200,000 sent to him by Wex and claimed that there was never an intent to sell the land. Ralph Thorne QC, representing former premier Michael Misick, again raised objections to the admissibility of details in Mr Mitchell’s opening and aired concerns that alleged criminality was perhaps being presented as fact. He said: “I have my concerns that some of this will not be admissible in law. Here is Mr Mitchell giving the world at large a picture that my client has taken payments that originate in criminal activity. “At this point in his case he is not in a position to make this submission and must not lead the court to that conclusion, he is delivering himself of matters as if they have been proved.”

Valentine’s Day selloff cost Gov’t $16.5m BY JOHN TONER THE SALE of land at Juniper Hole during the Misick government was so heavily discounted it cost the TCI $16.5 million, the SIPT court heard on Thursday (January 28). Two plots of land at Juniper Hole, sometimes referred to as Juniper Point, covering 840 acres were deliberately sold for a paltry $7.5 million on Valentine’s Day in 2008, it is alleged. The land was sold to Juniper Hall Developments Ltd, a company Clayton Greene allegedly had an interest in, which was backed by a foreign investment firm from Miami known as Arch Properties Group. A smaller 800 acre plot on the same site had been valued at $24 million the previous year by the then appointed Government land valuation officer Shabaan Hoza, the court heard. Despite this, Cabinet agreed on

January 30, 2008, to sell the plots of land for $15 million after receiving correspondence from the developer claiming that the project was a joint venture with Belongers and therefore qualified for Belonger discount. The $15 million was to be paid in a deposit of $7.5 million with the balance due within three years, it was said. However when papers were drawn up and signed on February 14, 2008, for the transfer of land, the clause requiring the second payment of $7.5 million had disappeared. This meant the company acquired the land for just $7.5 million, less than a third of its original potential value. Former deputy chief minister Floyd Hall and attorney Clayton Greene backed proposals from Arch Group for a hotel and mixed usage development at Juniper Hole as early as August 2005, the court was told.

Misick Cabinet deal ended up losing TCI government $16.5m at Juniper Hole

Lead prosecutor Andrew Mitchell said: “What you will see is that the Cabinet agreed that the land would be sold for $15 million by an initial payment of $7.5 million and the remaining $7.5 million to be paid within three years. “Fifteen days later when the charge for the land was being sent, what you would expect to see is the

condition that the balance is paid within three years. “Instead the land has been sold for $7.5 million on the basis that the remaining $7.5 million would only be payable if the land is later transferred to a non-Belonger. “A substitute charge has been put in and the entirety of the land has been sold for $7.5 million despite

Cabinet papers saying otherwise.” The allegations surrounding Juniper Hole relate to conspiracy to defraud the Government and the prosecution are due to further detail the alleged conspiracy in the coming week. All defendants deny all the allegations against them. The trial continues.

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Beaches resort granted ‘unprecedented’ concessions including $1.4m in stamp duty BY JOHN TONER THE BEACHES resort complex was given widespread “unprecedented” concessions by the Misick government during an expansion project, the SIPT court heard on Tuesday (January 26). Dr Jeffrey Pyne made payments “on a daily basis” to Prestigious Properties, a company which Michael Misick had a 20 percent stake in, totalling $1 million, it is alleged. Between 2006 and 2007 to Chalmers Misick and Co attorneys, a firm run by Michael Misick’s brother Chalmers, for the benefit of the former premier, the prosecution said. Money was also allegedly paid to the PNP to reduce their overdraft and for the benefit of Michael Misick and others as well as to pay for air charter costs. The payments allegedly took place during the course of the resort expanding onto two 1.5 acre plots to the rear of the existing site. The SIPT prosecutors say that concessions on import tax for a range of construction and entertainment products were granted, as well as keeping down the cost of the stamp duty due on the new land being purchased. After being served with a production order Misick and Stanbrook attorneys released

Attorney Chalmers Misick escorts his counsel Malcolm Bishop to the court house

correspondence showing that the original amount of stamp duty owed was $2,407,012.57 but that a revised total of $1,000,000 was agreed. In May 2006 the Crown land parcels were transferred to Beaches for $768,277 at a price reduction of over 50 percent which saved them an amount in the region of $862,000, the court heard. Lead prosecutor Andrew Mitchell said: “The minister has the right to

exercise his discretion on stamp duty but the Crown would say that that right has to be exercised in the best interests of the country, not due to undue payments or pressure. “We know that the relationship between Michael Misick and Sandals is tainted by payments being made to Prestigious Properties.” The tax and import concessions were of concern to the attorney general who wanted to have them

independently assessed but that request was turned down. Governor at the time, Richard Tauwhare, was concerned that the concessions “went too far” and brought it up with Michael Misick who told him the concessions should be encouraged as Beaches was the biggest tourist resort on the island. In 2007 payments of around $500,000 were made to the PNP account and subsequently distributed

to various individuals through Misick and Stanbrook, it was alleged. Mitchell continued: “The development agreement was seen as unprecedented and with remarkable concessions. “A political decision made with integrity is accountable at the ballot box, a political decision made with secret payments being given to political beneficiaries is criminal. “These payments are bribery to secure advantage which results in loss to the Government because of stamp duty and by virtue of land. “It is a conspiracy by Michael Misick and his brother to defraud the PNP and use their account to launder the proceeds of bribery.” In March 2006 as Beaches continued with their pursuit to build and expand their hotel and resort, including the construction of their Italian Village, a payment of $500,000 was made to Chalmers Misick and Co, part of which was used to pay for the wedding of Michael Misick and LisaRaye McCoy. A payment of $129,000 went to Preston Bailey Entertainment and Set Designs, $33,000 was paid to Primetime Omnimedia who filmed the wedding and $30,000 was sent to Sky Juice who catered the event. The defendants deny all the charges against them. The trial continues.

Trusts Bill 2015 passed BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TRUSTS Bill 2015 which seeks to repeal and replace the current trust ordinance was on Wednesday (January 27) passed in the committee of the whole, in the House of Assembly. Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles who moved the motion said: “The current trust ordinance has now been superseded by a number of important credentials and commercial development. “Several jurisdictions have modified their trust laws to keep pace with these developments; there is therefore a need to update our legislation in this regard. “Mr Speaker, this bill builds on the current trust ordinance and many of the provisions remain the same. “It is our view that new trust legislation is better than amending the current trust ordinance and there was a strong feeling during consultations that the new ordinance should be an update of the existing ordinance rather than take a completely new approach.” The Attorney General noted that the bill has received the full support

of the Association of Licensed Trustees which is eager to see the bill passed and enacted. “Mr Speaker, trust is an equitable obligation by a person called a trustee to deal with property which he has control, the trust property, for the benefit of another person. “Mr Speaker, there are three parties to a trust, the settler – the person who creates the trust for the benefit of the other person, the trustee – the individual of entity who holds the legal interest in the asset of a trust for the benefit of another person, and thirdly the beneficiary – the individual who holds the beneficial interest in a trust property and for whom the trust was created.” AG Braithwaite explained to the assembly that in order for a trust to be created there are several factors that must be present. “First there must be three certainties, the certainty of intention - words must be used indicating an intention to create trust, the certainty of object - it must be clear for whom the trust is created and then certainty of subject matter - it must be clearly stipulated what property is to be held in trust.”

The Attorney General further divulged the formal requirements which may be laid down in legislation for the creation of the trust to be satisfied. She added that the property must be transferred by the settler to the trustee in accordance with the formal process or method laid down in law. “So for example if it’s a motor vehicle, passing from one person to another changing its title, or if its land the method that is laid down in law. “The trust property is vested in the trustee for the benefit of the beneficiary and not himself, unless he himself is a beneficiary, I should point out that the settler himself can also be a beneficiary under the trust.” She underscored that a trustee is appointed to safeguard the property applying the interest of the trust instrument ensuring that the property is put to good return. “Therefore a trustee is not a custodian, but a businessman, Mr Speaker, there several reasons why a person may create a trust, so as to provide for a spouse after the settlers death. “To protect assets from being dissipated by a financially

Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite-Knowles

irresponsible spouse or children, for investment purposes, for charitable purposes, to enable property to be held for minor who may be capable of holding a legal estate. “Mr Speaker, whatever the reason for the creation of the trust the responsibility and duties of the various parties to the trust, specifically the trustee, are important to ensure that the legal and beneficial ownership of the property under the trust are protected and preserved in

accordance with the trust instrument and trust law.” Braithwaite-Knowles noted that clause seven of the bill details the power of the court in relation to a trust. “Mr Speaker part two of the bill contains clauses eight to 57 and sets out the provisions suitable for a Turks and Caicos trust.” Clause nine of the trusts bill stipulates how a trust may come into existence.

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Human traffickers could face ten years behind bars – Trafficking in Persons Prevention Bill passed BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TRAFFICKING in Persons Prevention Bill 2015 was on Wednesday (January 27) passed in the committee of the whole in the House of Assembly after two days of intense debate. The bill encountered several

snags as Opposition members thoroughly questioned and voiced their scepticism on several clauses in the bill when it was moved by the Minister of Border Control and Labour Ricardo Don Hue Gardiner. According to the standing orders, any motion or bill presented in the assembly have to be seconded by

another member and then a vote taken for them to be approved. Deputy Premier Akierra Missick seconded the motion. The objective of the Trafficking in Persons Prevention Bill 2015 is to prevent and combat trafficking in persons in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Elections: Do they matter? WE OFTEN think of elections as a routine occurrence which selects a government, changes it or reinstates it for an additional term of office. Here it is more like a ritual rather than a serious social event which determines the future of a country and its people. Seeing elections as a ritual trivialises the process, deprives it of meaning or purpose and causes a hissing of the teeth and shrugging of the shoulders, because of some feeling they serve no real purpose which makes their lives different or better. This is why it is said that some elected members do not take their responsibilities seriously. For these persons elections become a strategy to gain power and influence, and earn a salary and other benefits they would not normally get. So when elections are contested, is this a farce? When we hear things like wanting to represent the people and do good for the country, is this mere political antics? And does this mean elections don’t produce what is required of them and elected members cannot deliver on their promises because the system is not structured to make this happen?

BY OLIVER MILLS

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. He currently writes a Column for the TC Weekly News.

And that some elected members have neither the will, nor political skills to bend the system to work for the people? Have we then been deceived about what elections are for? And do they then matter? What about elections as a serious social event designed to choose competent people with the political wisdom to bring about fundamental change for the citizenry of the country? For me this is what elections are for and why they matter. At elections citizens get the opportunity to participate in their country’s affairs, frame a government that represents the general will and hold it to account in terms of the social contract where an agreement is made between the public and its representatives to enact policies which serve its interests. If a government fails to live up

to the terms of the contract, it is removed through the democratic process. But elections are also about realising a vision of the country and the strategies that take it in this direction on behalf of all, through their consent. The electoral process is further about what kind of country we want, the quality of life we desire and the construction of a cultured society where each respects the other and opportunities are created equally for everyone. And everyone has a contribution to make. When we begin to see elections as an opportunity for further progress socially and economically, we will realise they are not only fundamentally important but that they matter far beyond what we initially thought possible.

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Minister of Border Control and Labour Ricardo Don Hue Gardiner

The bill will see penalties of unlimited fines being imposed or a term of imprisonment for a maximum of ten years being levied against those found guilty of offences under the bill. As the House of Assembly convened for the first time for 2016, three days next were devoted to the first reading of amendments to the Elections Ordinance and the Political Activities Ordinance; as well as second and third readings for the Trust Bill, the Trust Companies Bill and the Trafficking of Persons Prevention Bill. Minister Gardiner said: “Mr Speaker, this bill entitled the Trafficking in Persons Prevention Bill 2015 is a very important bill legislation that if we as a country are to move into the arena with other civilized countries it is something that we ought to do. “Not necessarily because we are a country that is ripe with human trafficking but because Mr Speaker we live in a world where anything is possible and those things can happen. “And so Mr Speaker this is an important legislation that we are bringing to the House and seek the agreement of the House to bring into the law, is something that I would certainly recommend most sternly that we take action on.” He went on to divulge the bill before the House of Assembly pointing out several pertinent provisions. “Mr Speaker, this bill seeks to make provisions for the prevention and the suppression of trafficking in persons and in particular to create the offence of trafficking in persons to protect and assist victims of trafficking in persons having regard to their human rights. “To facilitate the investigations of trafficking in persons and as well as to provide for the effective investigation with individuals and entities involved in trafficking in persons. “Mr Speaker, the protocol to prevent, suppress and punish trafficking in persons especially, women and children, supplementing the United Nations convention against transnational organised crime forms the basis of this bill. “And the bill not only covers the criminalisation of trafficking in persons and related offences but also a different aspect of assistance to victims and the establishment of corporations among Government

and non-governmental organisation to provide for the assistance of victims. “The bill further seeks to ensure full compliance with the FATF recommendations and to the criminalisation of trafficking in persons.” In bringing clarity to specific jargon encrypted in the bill the minister zeroed in on the term ‘abuse of a position of vulnerability’. He pointed out that “the phrase abuse of a position of vulnerability means such abuse that a person believes he has no reasonable alternative but to submit to the labour or service demanded of a person. “It includes but is not limited to taking advantage of the vulnerabilities resulting from one the person having entered the country illegally or without proper documentation, the person being pregnant, the person being mentally incapacitated, the disability of the person the person addiction to any dependence producing substance. “The person’s minor status or his/ her infancy or the person’s social economic circumstances, or political status. “Mr Speaker, a child is intended to mean possibly 19 or 18 years, coercion includes threats of serious harm to or physical restraint against the person amongst some other things including the abuse or threatened abuse of the legal process. “Debt bondage means the status or condition that rivals with a pledge by a person of his personal service or the personal service of the person under his control as security for a debt owed or claimed to be owed including debt incurred or claimed to be incurred after the pledge is given by that person.” He drew particular reference to one clause in the bill which speaks to servitude under duress. “Servitude, sexual explicit conduct, slavery, Mr Speaker, trafficked persons in particular, sexual exploitation which means compelling the participation of the person in prostitution. “The production of child pornography or other pornographic material or any other sexual activity, as a result of them being subjected to threat, coercion, and abduction as a result of narcotic drugs, force, and abuse of authority or fraud.” He further explained that the CONTINUED  12

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Students pursue unique studies in USA on Gov’t scholarship BY OLIVIA ROSE ONE student on scholarship in the United States is currently pursuing optometry which could make her the first Turks and Caicos Islander to obtain a doctoral degree in optometry and another in aeronautical studies with a special distinction in commercial piloting. This was revealed by Deputy Premier and Minister of Education Akeirra Missick after a supplementary question was posed by the Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson. Robinson during the first sitting of the National Assembly for the 2016 year asked the Minister of Education to stipulate how many students are currently away on Turks and Caicos Government scholarships studying in the United States of America and their disciplines. In response to the Opposition Leader’s question Minister Missick said: “Mr Speaker I am pleased to share with this honourable house that there’s one student who is currently away on a full scholarship in the United States of America and that person was the recipient of a national scholar and given the fact that the person is a national scholar their scholarship amount was used and their selected school was one in the United States. “That student is studying

Deputy Premier and Minister of Education Akeirra Missick

Leader of the Opposition Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson.

aeronautical science with a specialisation in commercial piloting. It is for four years.” She explained that when the board considered this application knowing that it was a school in the United States evidence was shown that this was a specialised area of study. Missick added: “As of September 2015 one partial scholarship was awarded to a student to pursue a doctoral science degree in optometry for the period of four years.” The Education Minister highlighted that this student had independently funded her pre-med degree in biology.

“And given that this will be the first Turks and Caicos Islanders to obtain a doctoral science degree in optometry and the student was published doing their undergraduate degree in the world of biological molecular studies through the eyes and hands of undergrad students. “The board is of the view that this area was so specialised that support should be given to this young Turks and Caicos Islander as we will benefit from their hard work on completion of their degree.” The biology student, former Miss Turks and Caicos, Ashley Smith in a recent Facebook post noted that she

received a copy of ‘World biological molecules, through the eyes and hands of undergrad students,’ a publication she contributed to. She noted how proud she was to be chosen by her biology teacher at Barry University (BU) to contribute to the publication. According to information on Amazon, the book was written by undergraduate students majoring in biology and chemistry. Based on one of the biomedical research activities they completed in academic labs, each author (student) wrote one essay or story in nonscientific language. These very personal and meaningful essays and stories not only reflected their critical thinking ability, understanding of important biological molecules and creativity, but also showed their extracurricular activities, campus life, and their general knowledge of the world around them. Minister Missick explained that another student was accepted to a school in the United Kingdom, however the length of term was for four years including her foundation year. The student was then accepted into a school in the United States which would only require her to complete her degree in two years. “It was decided by the board that this is the most economically viable

result and having the student return to the Turks and Caicos Islands in their area of specialisation. “So in closing Mr Speaker there is one full scholar, who is a National Scholar, one partial scholarship and a two year grant provided through the United States.” Additionally the minister notified the House that a policy decision was taken to assist students with grants who are pursuing a course of study whether it is in the physical classroom or online setting. “These are one time grants or financial aids to person who wish to study areas and certain disciplines and this includes online studies.” She pointed out that 18 students were awarded one time grants of $10,000 in the last round of scholarships. In 2015 the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Library Services awarded 105 people with educational scholarships under the 2015 Scholarship Awards Programme which is a Government initiative aimed at the development needs of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Education Advisory Committee received and considered 159 applications for studies at local, international and regional universities at the tertiary level in the priority areas of health, education, science, engineering, liberal arts and skills development.

COMMENTARY

The Ice Man Cometh

‘THE ICE Man Cometh’ is an old play by author Eugene O’Neill about a salesman who goes insane after he realises his wicked ways. The characters of the drama include prostitutes and people drifting through life. The title seems to fit the climate we are facing. Global warming has now taken on a new name, ‘climate change’. The name change has been invented because winters appear to be returning to their former icy cold ways. Snow drifts several feet high are seen all over the northeast of the USA. Did Michelle tell Barack to coin a new name because global warming was becoming a hard sell from a White House surrounded by snow and ice? This is good news for the

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 25 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

TCIG because tourists will seek the warmth of the Islands and southern climates. Is God’s weather looking out for the TCI, helping to pay down the bills of 12 years of the PNP? Just maybe someday we can get back to square one and the PDM. With gasoline prices reported at $1.45 in my old home town up north, the people will be driving south as soon as the roads are clear.

New Yorkers will board cheap flights heading for the warmth of the TCI as soon as runways and wings are de-iced. The Florida Keys are reported glutted with autos sporting northern licence plates. Anyone riding the North CaicosProvo ferry faces big crowds seeking more nature and history than seven stories and four Beaches resorts provide on beautiful but busy Grace

Bay beach. One wonders what one or two storey resorts on Middle and North Caicos could bring. With the present group in power that live, drink and gamble in Provo the family islands are ignored. Will Big South which has been all but abandoned by the Government and the airlines change their voting ways and emerge into the 21st century? It is time to turn away from progressive ideals which end up enriching the leaders while homogenisation of the general population gives us a bunch of low paid civil servants and people on the dole. It is time to get back to work! Many already facing this reality have moved to Britain or the United States.

Twelve years late we have finally opened a needed high school. Opened in the minister’s home district to win votes. Many have been preaching trade schools for years. We have imported all kinds of half trained technicians while our own youth wonders where education based on the three Rs and sports will take them. At good old Lincoln High School we not only had college preparation and sports but classes teaching music, electricity, welding, machining and cabinet making. Class size was about the same as Clement Howell High School. Without different thinking and a different government will the TCI’s youngsters continue to be frozen out?

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International spa therapist joins resort team

Rose Thynne, international spa therapist joins the team at Seven Stars

FOLLOWING the recent upgrade of Seven Stars Resort’s award-winning spa, international spa therapist Rose Thynne has joined the team. She will offer guests at the Providenciales resort new and therapeutic services, a press release from the company said. From now until March 31 travellers can experience specialty services that focus on massage, reflexology and lymphatic drainage. Originally educated and trained in Ireland, Thynne brings more than 15 years of knowledge and expertise to the resort. She has previously worked in

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some of the most prestigious spas in the world and currently serves as senior spa therapist at the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel in Doonbeg, Ireland – recently named the number one resort in Europe by Conde Nast Traveller. Ken Patterson, CEO of Seven Stars Resort, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome Rose and her renowned services known to support the balance of body, mind and spirit to Seven Stars Resort this season. “Her passion and experience will provide guests with an elevated spa experience rooted in relaxation and healing, while our newly-enhanced

spa will serve as the perfect backdrop for any service.” Rose excels in Swedish massage, deep tissue, sports techniques and hot stone massages. She has also worked reflexology on cancer patients and specialises in lymphatic drainage. All of her massages are custom tailored for each guest to provide deep and personalised relaxation and relief. Her dedicated focus on the balance of the body, mind and spirit works to promote overall healing and well-being while softening and restoring stubborn muscles.

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ordinance is intended to apply to offences whether or not they are committed in the Islands or if the trafficked person is being received into the Islands. He went further pointed out that the bills also implies whether the person is being trafficked on or through the Islands and even if the offence is committed abroad where the person affected is in the Turks and Caicos Islander. “Or a British overseas territory citizen by connection with the Turks and Caicos Islands or a permanent resident. “So Mr Speaker if a Turks and Caicos Islander or a permanent certificate holder commits any of these offences in the United States or Canada, or anywhere else in the world, this ordinance will attach to them and they are liable to be punished under this ordinance. “This ordinance would also attach to a person who is on-board a vessel or aircraft that is registered to the Islands in the same way as it would do should that person physically be present on the Islands.” Opposition Appointed Member Clarence W Selver during his contribution to the bill said that extensive public consultations will be needed in an effort to educate the public on its provisions and consequences of the bill. “I think among the bills that we might have passed that provide for penalty, I haven’t seen one in quite some time that has more serious implications for person whether they are aware or unaware as to what their actions could cause them if they are charged and found guilty with some of these offences. “Mr Speaker, although this bill does not have a large number of clauses it is a weighty bill, when this bill is applied and enforced in a real

practical way. “And for that reason Mr Speaker I would hope that minister would not rush to pass this bill without public consultation because they are many persons which this would apply to who are unaware that we are today debating this bill.” According to the US State Department 2015 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) report, the Turks and Caicos Islands is a destination country for men, women, and children subjected to sex trafficking and forced labour. According to local experts, the large population of migrants in the TCI from Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and Jamaica are vulnerable to sex trafficking and forced labour, with stateless children and adolescents especially at risk. Local stakeholders, including law enforcement officials, have reported specific knowledge of sex trafficking occurring in bars and brothels and noted trafficking-related complicity by some local government officials was a problem. The report further pointed that anti-trafficking legislation introduced in 2012 remained pending. The absence of specific legislation prohibiting trafficking as defined by the 2000 UN TIP Protocol; the absence of victim identification, screening, and protection procedures; and limited awareness of human trafficking on the part of officials and the public continued to hinder anti-trafficking efforts, the State Department said. In a sitting of the House of Assembly last year opposition leader Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson blasted the Government for not doing enough to combat this issue. She called out the Government for being silent on multiple reports that include the Islands among countries where there exists forced sexual labour.

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Students to be given experience in healthcare BY DAISY HANDFIELD ORGANISER of the Turks and Caicos Islands Clinic Exploration Programme (TCICEP), Dr Jameiko Harvey, is preparing for the fifth annual summer initiative. The programme aims at creating awareness for youngsters on the wide range of careers available in both the public and private health sector in the TCI. In an interview with Harvey on Thursday (January 28) he said that the programme is a combination of courses that he did while he was

abroad studying at dentistry school. The chief dental officer in the Ministry of Health said that students will be given first-hand experience. This will not only allow them to make informed decisions on a career in health, but also will prepare them for the world of work and provide relevant experience for their resumes and university applications. “In turn the health sector benefits through the provision of an additional supply of human resources to assist with meeting the demands of providing high quality healthcare to our citizens,” Harvey said.

He said that TCICEP forms part of the Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services (MHAHS) initiative of targeting and exposing secondary school students to various careers available within the health sector. Harvey told the Weekly News that this year the Ministry of Health, Agriculture and Human Services was also expanding its partnership to include the TCI hospital. He said: “The MHAHS recognises that young people are the future of our nation and is very pleased with the success of the programme in

Dr Jameiko Harvey, organiser of the Turks and Caicos Islands Clinic Exploration Programme

previous years and is looking to continue grooming future healthcare professionals.” The programme layout for 2016 includes an orientation workshop on July 1 from 2pm to 4pm. During this orientation students

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WANTED WANTED ISSUED 18TH JANUARY 2016

ISSUED 18TH JANUARY 2016

Shavez Anthony Devante Musgrove

James SMITH JR.

DESCRIPTION: Age: Date of Birth: Place of Birth: Nationality: Sex: Colour of Eyes: Complexion: Built: Height:

20 yrs. 11th November 1995 Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islander Male Brown Brown Medium 5feet 11inches

DESCRIPTION: Age: Date of Birth: Place of Birth: Nationality: Sex: Colour of Eyes: Complexion: Built: Height:

23 yrs. 25th January 1992 Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islander Male Brown Brown Medium 5feet 9inches

THE SUBJECT IS WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH A SERIES OF SERIOUS OFFENCES.

If you have any information on the whereabouts on this subject, please contact the Police by dialing 911

Police are also urging anyone with information about this person, his location or any other information to call Crime Stoppers on 1-800-8477 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: www.crimestoppers.tc. Information you provide will be treated in the strictest of confidence. All calls are answered by Miami Dade Police and no one from the RTCIPF will know who called. Only the information received will be provided to the RTCIPF. We remind people they should not report crime information via our Facebook and Twitter pages.

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TCSPCA runs a successful spay and neuter clinic in Grand Turk

Animal charity spays and neuters dozens of pets THE TURKS and Caicos Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (TCSPCA) kicked off the new year with a very successful spay and neuter clinic in Grand Turk. From January 16 to January 22, 81 dogs and cats were spayed or neutered plus several specialty operations were performed including three mass removals, along with numerous heartworm tests and 50 core vaccinations. The clinic was run in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture under the guidance of chief veterinary officer Dr Mark Butler and assistant animal health officer Dujohn Fulford. Minnesota based veterinarian Dr Paul Anderson from Kindest Cut and IPAW together with highly qualified IPAW vet technicians Lauren Hofland and Alyssa Dehne performed and assisted with the surgeries. Accommodation for the volunteer vet team was provided by the Salt Raker and The Osprey provided rooms for the TCSPCA representatives from Providenciales. According to a press release from the charity: “The very successful clinic would not have been possible without a very generous last minute donation from Donna Brooker who offered the use of her office building across from the clock tower to set up

the clinic and recovery area. “The donated building proved to be a perfect space for the clinic and thanks to Fortis TCI who went beyond the call of duty the power was turned on in a very short amount of time. “Special mention should also be made to the TCIG Planning Department for taking care of the administration work in record time.” Loyal supporter of the TCSPCA spay and neuter programme, John Thomas, founder of the Potcake Project once again purchased roundtrip airline tickets from the states for the vet team. Much needed daily help came from many volunteers who manned the phones, arranged surgical appointments, handled the paperwork and documentations for all the procedures and help educate animal owners on how to take care of their pets. The iconic TCSPCA animal van, usually seen in Providenciales, was buzzing through the streets of Grand Turk all week long and acted as a billboard for the TCSPCA publicising that much needed vet care was accessible for pet owners. The bus driven by TCSPCA executive director Susan Blehr and assisted by Providenciales volunteer Peter Halstead was very busy transporting animals to and from the clinic and helped the vet team to

move around the island to do house calls. The TCSPCA spay and neuter programme is a crucial part of animal control in the TCI and pet owners from all local communities are making appointments for their animals to have the surgery and to keep their vaccinations up to date.

Every year in the TCI hundreds of stray dogs of all ages are euthanized or suffer a sad life in the bush. These high numbers are the result of unplanned litters that could have been prevented by spaying or neutering and the removal of stray dogs from the roaming population. The phone number for the Grand

Turk chapter of the TCSPCA is 2414378. “Please call if you are interested in becoming a member of the TCSPCA or if you would like to volunteer. “Help is always needed to run a successful mobile spay and neuter clinic,” the release said.

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GARDENING 

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HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW

Common palm problems MANGANESE DEFICIENCY (FRIZZLE TOP) MANGANESE deficiency is most common in Queen, Royal and Pigmy date palm, though it can occur in many other palms. It manifests itself as deformed growth on the emerging fronds. The new growth will appear stunted, crinkled and curled at the tips. If left untreated, the palm will eventually die. Once the palm has recovered, our semi-annual maintenance programme will assure that the palm does not regress and become deficient again. GANODERMA BUTT ROT Ganoderma butt rot is caused by the fungus Ganoderma zonatum. This organism causes a gradual decline in

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palms. Unfortunately, there is no cure for Ganoderma. A palm affected with Ganoderma will slowly decline over a period of time. The fronds will be droopy and will eventually hang limp. Ganoderma can occur in any palm, but it is most commonly seen on royal palms. DECLINE DUE TO DEPTH OF PLANTING Palms are very sensitive to the depth at which they are planted. Planting as little as two to three inches too

deeply can result in a slow decline of the palm. If left uncorrected, the palm will eventually die. It is usually a very slow process, sometimes taking two to three years before the palm dies. When palms are planted too deeply, the root system stays too wet. The palm will appear sparse and thin on top. Mulching too deeply can also cause this decline.

Caicos Islands. Lightning strikes are usually fatal.

LIGHTNING STRIKES From times to times lightning strikes can happen here in the Turks and

IMPROPER PRUNING It is important to have your palms trimmed properly. Over-pruning or improper pruning can induce nutrient deficiencies on healthy palms and can actually kill palms that are not healthy. Palms store nutrition and energy

in their healthy fronds and removing too many fronds steals nutrition that the palm is expecting to utilise. Never remove more than 15 percent of the canopy of a healthy palm and never remove fronds from a palm that is not healthy unless the frond is 100 percent brown. In addition, never remove fronds from the middle of the canopy leaving only lower fronds.

METHOD • Combine one tablespoon of soy sauce, sherry, two teaspoons of corn starch, and chicken in a large bowl; toss well to coat. • Combine the remaining two tablespoons of soy sauce, remaining two teaspoons corn starch, broth, oyster sauce, and honey in a small bowl. • Heat one teaspoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. • Add chicken mixture to pan; sauté for

three minutes. Remove from pan. • Heat remaining one teaspoon of oil in pan. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper to pan; sauté for two minutes. • Add ginger and garlic; sauté for one minute. Return chicken mixture to pan; sauté for one minute. • Stir in broth mixture. Bring to a boil; cook for one minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Sprinkle with green onions and cashews. • Rice pilaf: Heat one tablespoon of canola oil in a large saucepan over

medium-high heat. • Add half a cup of chopped onion and two teaspoons of grated peeled fresh ginger to pan; sauté for two minutes. • Stir in one cup of water, half a cup of long-grain rice, and quarter of a teaspoon of salt; bring to a boil. • Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 12 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. • Remove from heat; stir in two tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro.

Weekly Recipe Helen Barkworth-Knight is a teacher and qualified baker with a lifelong love for cooking for friends and family. She is a mother to Owen, almost two, who has very particular tastes in all things, especially food. Hence she has become an expert in hiding vegetables in all sorts of dishes!

Chicken and cashews INGREDIENTS • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, divided • 2 tablespoons dry sherry • 4 teaspoons corn starch, divided • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bitesized pieces • 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce • 1 tablespoon honey

• 2 teaspoons sesame oil, divided • 3/4 cup chopped onion • 1/2 cup chopped celery • 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper • 1 tablespoon grated peeled fresh ginger • 2 garlic cloves, minced • 1/2 cup chopped green onions (about 3 green onions) • 1/4 cup chopped unsalted dryroasted cashews

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Change group formed to focus on TCI issues BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE TURKS and Caicos Islands Patriots is a group of concerned individuals who have united to reach political affiliates through panel discussions and seminars to inflect positive change in the TCI. In an interview with one of the key members of the group, Jamell Robinson on Wednesday (January 27), he said that their mission statement is to bring about change through unity, love and nation building through leadership, integrity, fraternity and education. He said: “The TCI patriots is just a group of concerned citizens, primarily made up of young people and we want to get the dialog going for change in this country. “We are essentially change agents and we have seen what has been happening for a the longest while, so rather than complain to people we have decided that why not organise ourselves together and do something about it.” Robinson emphasised that they are not a political organisation, nor a non-profit organisation, just a group of individuals exercising their constitutional rights for freedom of assembly as well as freedom of expression. “In a nutshell, we are just a group of people who want to see better for the Turks and Caicos Islands,” Robinson

Key member of TCI Patriots, Jamell Robinson

said. He said that the group is not measured in terms of numbers. “For us numbers do not matter. It is about dealing with issues, finding solutions and trying to implement these solutions. “Whether it is on a smaller scale where we can do that

ourselves, or on a bigger scale where we can try to influence the Government or the Opposition to see effective change. “We don’t take numbers because at the end of the day anyone can be a patriot, you don’t have to be directly associated with the group to be

a patriot in movement.” Robinson did not want to mention names of members of the group because he said that different individuals would be used for different occasions. He said that it all depended on who was willing to step forward when dealing with specific issues.

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will take place with various local and international lectures and various regional and international institutions. The location and time will be announced at a later date. On July 6 to 8 the students will participate in a first response course in emergency care and treatment in disaster. They will also participate in a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation hands-on workshop presented by the

TCI hospital along with a hands on workshop with the Environmental Health Department. Students studying abroad, studying at the TCI Community College and upper class men from the various high schools will rotate through selected health facilities. There will be a maximum of one or two students at each site per week. Each student will complete at least 40 hours

of volunteer service during the period of July 6 and August 5. Harvey concluded by stating that the programme is mainly meant to make career decisions a bit easier for youngsters in the TCI, giving them the opportunity to get the adequate teaching from local and international professionals. The programme will finish with a dinner reception and awards presentation on August 6.

Students interested in the Turks and Caicos Islands Clinic Exploration Programme should send an email to tcicep@gmail.com to receive a programme booklet with application form. The deadline for applications is May 31. Students are also encouraged to contact the Ministry of Health Dental Departments, their school principal, science teacher or guidance counsellor for more information.

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Zika will reach all countries in the Americas, PAHO warns THE Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has warned that the Zika virus will continue to spread and reach all countries of the region where Aedes aegypti mosquitoes are found. The virus has already been confirmed in 21 territories. PAHO noted that the mosquitoborne virus is new to the Americas. But since Brazil reported the first cases of local transmission of the virus in May 2015, it has spread to Barbados, Bolivia, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guatemala, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Martinique, Mexico, Panama, Paraguay, Puerto Rico, Saint Martin, Suriname and Venezuela. “There are two main reasons for the virus’s rapid spread: the population of the Americas had not previously been exposed to Zika and therefore lacks immunity, and Aedes mosquitoes — the main vector for Zika transmission — are present in all the region’s countries except Canada and continental Chile,” the organization said in a statement issued this week. “PAHO anticipates that Zika virus will continue to spread and will likely reach all countries and territories of the region where Aedes mosquitoes are found.” To prevent or slow the spread of the virus and reduce its impact, PAHO

The vector spreading virus Zika has reached 21 territories in the region.

has recommended that: mosquito populations should be reduced and controlled by eliminating breeding sites; all people living in or visiting areas with Aedes mosquitoes should protect themselves from mosquito bites; and pregnant women should be especially careful to avoid mosquito bites. Although Zika typically causes only mild symptoms, outbreaks in Brazil have coincided with a marked increase in microcephaly — or unusually small head size — in newborns. Women planning to travel to areas where Zika is circulating have been advised to consult a healthcare provider before traveling and upon return. Women who believe they have been exposed to Zika virus should consult with their healthcare

provider for close monitoring of their pregnancy. And while health officials in some countries have urged women to delay getting pregnant given the Zika threat, PAHO says that “any decision to defer pregnancy is an individual one between a woman, her partner and her healthcare provider”. “PAHO is working with its member countries to strengthen vector-control, communicate the risks of Zika and promote prevention, and establish or improve surveillance of both Zika virus infections and suspected complications, such as microcephaly, Guillain-Barre syndrome, and other autoimmune and neurological disorders,” it added. (Caribbean360)

Aristide has behind-the-scenes role in Haiti’s new crisis HIS name is not on any ballot paper and he was toppled from power 12 years ago but the shadow of Jean-Bertrand Aristide still looms over Haiti and his supporters are at the centre of a new crisis in the impoverished country. Despite the divisions in his party “Fanmi Lavalas”, or “The Flood”, and his official retirement from politics, Aristide’s influence has quietly grown since he returned from exile in South Africa in 2011. Three of the four top candidates in the flawed first round of Haiti’s presidential election in October fully or partly draw strength from Aristide’s followers, and his name is uttered with reverence by poor protesters whose violent demonstrations last week forced the run-off vote to be called off. The moves Aristide and his political heirs make in the next few weeks could determine Haiti’s immediate future more than at any time since the former

Former Haitian president JeanBertrand Aristide’s influence has grown since his return in 2011 from exile in South Africa.

priest-turned-president was toppled from power in 2004. “Aristide is the engine of this movement. Without him we cannot live,” said unemployed protester Fredo Dorival standing near smoldering tires and rubble at a march from Port-au-Prince’s St Jean Bosco parish, where Aristide once presided.

Haiti was supposed to choose a replacement for outgoing President Michel Martelly on Sunday but the two-man run-off was postponed indefinitely after opposition candidate Jude Celestin refused to participate over alleged fraud that sparked the protests and violence. Aristide’s supporters want their candidates put back in the race – a position that puts them in direct conflict with both the government and the international community, and potentially with Celestin, who currently enjoys their backing as the default opposition candidate. Aristide himself, who was twice elected president and twice ousted in coups, is constitutionally barred from running again. Since he returned from a sevenyear exile in 2011 to a country on its knees from a devastating earthquake, Aristide, 62, has kept a low public profile, officially dedicating his time to a university bearing his name.

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Short-term interim government likely in Haiti – US official Haiti is likely to install an interim government to transfer power to a new president, a senior US official said yesterday, after the Caribbean nation called off an election, days before current President Michel Martelly is due to leave office. The United States’ Haiti Special Coordinator Kenneth Merten said Washington wanted to see new elections quickly and opposed a long transitional period, but acknowledged elections were unlikely to be held before Martelly’s February 7, departure date. “Realistically speaking,” Merten told Reuters, “We may be looking at some sort of temporary solution until there is a handover to a new elected president. Our fear is that we go into a situation that is open ended.” “In our analysis that is a dangerous place to go,” Merten said. Opposition parties want Martelly to leave on February 7, as mandated by the constitution,

although some in his party would like him to remain in office to oversee the elections until his fiveyear term ends in May. Haiti was due to choose Martelly’s replacement on Sunday, but the twoman race was postponed indefinitely after opposition candidate Jude Celestin refused to participate over alleged fraud that sparked antigovernment protests and violence. Some candidates have called for an unelected transitional government to take Martelly’s place for a longer period of time, harking back to a violent two-year period after a coup in 2004. “What is not a good thing is seeing people out on the streets and creating disruption and intimidation, that is not acceptable in our view,” said Merten, who was the US ambassador to Haiti at the time of the 2010 earthquake and presidential election that brought Martelly to power. (Reuters)

Scotiabank (Bahamas) shrugs off Baha Mar’s collapse Baha Mar’s collapse into receivership will “not have a significant impact” on Scotiabank (Bahamas) 2015 financial results, even though its equity stake in the project has effectively been written down to zero. Bruce Bowen, Scotiabank’s senior vice-president for the Caribbean, told Tribune Business that observers would be “hard pressed” to find any fall-out from Baha Mar in its financial statements, due to the bank having provided for it in earlier years. “The majority of the impact was taken several years ago,” Mr Bowen said. ‘We were very conservative on it. “Anyone looking at our statements will be hard pressed to find it.” He was backed by Scotiabank (Bahamas) managing director, Sean Albert, who added: “It was not a significant impact [in 2015] relative to our capital. “The bottom line is that we were conservative in managing that experience.” Scotiabank took an ownership stake in the $3.5 billion Cable Beach development several years ago, after it agreed a partial ‘debt-for-equity’ swap with Baha Mar’s principal, Sarkis Izmirlian and his family. The bank provided around $200 million in debt financing to finance the 2005-2006 acquisitions of the then-Radisson and Wyndham hotels, plus the Crystal Palace casino, from their respective owners, the Government and Philip Ruffin. With the repayment deadline

causing some concern for both sides, Scotiabank ultimately ended up accepting a part-repayment of the principal it was owed, and converted the rest into an equity stake in the $3.5 billion development. However, Baha Mar’s fall into Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, and subsequently into courtsupervised provisional liquidation and then receivership by its $2.45 billion Chinese financier, has effectively wiped out the value of all equity stakes - including those belonging to the Izmirlian family and Scotiabank. Mr Bowen said the greatest impact from the Baha Mar debacle for the bank had been the effect on confidence among the Bahamian private sector and consumers. He added that the Bahamas still possessed strong economic “fundamentals” compared to many countries in the Caribbean, given its better sovereign credit rating higher per capita income levels; strong governance; and sound financial system. “The book of business is really growing after several years of gradual decline,” Mr Bowen told Tribune Business of Scotiabank (Bahamas). “There’s a lot of opportunity in the small and medium-sized businesses. We’ve invested a lot into the small business platform, where clients can borrow up to $500,000, and we’re trying to streamline and make very efficient the process of applying. It’s an important area of the economy and we’re looking to grow that.

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Bostwick fined $15,000 for ammunition possession American Airlines are among a few who are allowing passengers to back out of travel due to the Zika virus.

Airlines offering refunds on tickets to countries affected by Zika virus SOME airlines, including those serving the Caribbean, have started offering refunds to passengers who had been booked to fly to countries where cases of the Zika virus have been confirmed. United Airlines, American Airlines and British Airways are allowing passengers to back out of travel. So far, the mosquito-borne virus has surfaced in Barbados, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, French Guiana, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Martinique, Mexico, Paraguay, Panama, Puerto Rico, Saint Martin, Suriname and Venezuela, even though international health authorities have indicated that Zika will likely spread to all countries in the Americas. British Airways said pregnant customers with flights to Sao Paulo

and Rio de Janeiro in Brazil, or to Mexico City or Cancun (Mexico), could change their booking free of charge, delay their journey or choose an alternative destination. American Airlines is offering pregnant passengers a full refund if they provide a doctor’s note showing they are unable to fly to: San Salvador (El Salvador), San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa in Honduras, Panama City and Guatemala City. Meantime, United Airlines said it is giving any customers who are traveling to the affected regions the opportunity to rebook at a later date or receive a full refund. The Caribbean Tourism Organisation (CTO) and Caribbean Hotel and Tourism association (CHTA) have said there are already reports of travel cancellations in the Caribbean due to Zika.

FORMER Free National Movement Senator John Bostwick II was Tuesday ordered to pay a $15,000 fine for possession of ammunition or face 15 months behind bars in the Bahamas. The 44-year-old lawyer, who was convicted of the criminal charge last month, faced up to seven years in prison when he appeared before Magistrate Andrew Forbes for sentencing on Tuesday afternoon. His lawyer, Wayne Munroe, QC, argued that a custodial sentence would further punish his client whose legal career was in jeopardy by the conviction concerning possession of ten live rounds of ammunition. The bullets were found in the former senator’s luggage during a check by security at the Grand Bahama International Airport in May 2014. Magistrate Forbes noted that while there was no evidence of use or intent to use the ammunition for harmful purposes, it did not negate the fact that a .22 magazine clip “can work in a rifle or a handgun.” “The court does note that firearms, and by consequence, ammunition, have a very serious impact on the country as a whole. Anyone in possession must

John Bostwick II outside court on Tuesday. (Photo: Tim Clarke/Tribune Staff)

offer an explanation for why you’re in possession,” the judge said. “I too, like most members of the public, am concerned by young men using weapons for retribution and in some purposes, undermining the rule of law.” Magistrate Forbes believed that the seriousness of the offence and prevalence of firearm related offences, balanced against Bostwick’s lack of antecedents and previous good character, warranted a fine of $15,000.

When asked for a reaction to the decision, Mr Munroe told reporters: “It’s a reasoned decision and that is all the magistrate is supposed to do. “As I said, it’s about time people begin to understand that you have to tailor things. Crime is not about numbers. Crime is about people and so a magistrate will consider the person who he is sentencing . . . “And as he alluded to, Mr Bostwick has already filed prematurely, an appeal, but he still had to finish his part of the process.”

St. Vincent PM says region losing out because of failure to act on marijuana

Tourism is big business in Jamaica, with the island having welcomed approximately 3.5M tourists annual over the last two years.

Annual tourist arrivals to Jamaica surpass population size MINISTER of Tourism and Entertainment Dr. Wykeham McNeill says Jamaica has been welcoming more visitors every year than the size of its population. For the past two years, the island has seen around 3.5 million tourists annually – two million stopover visitors and 1.5 million on cruise ships -, which is a million more than the number of people living in the country. “Bringing in more people than our current population is no ordinary feat…and we are not done as yet,” McNeill told JIS News. He said there are currently 2,500 new hotel rooms under construction,

adding that never in the history of the country have so many rooms been built simultaneously. In addition to the current boom, McNeill said, there are about 7,000 more rooms that are in the pipeline. And the minister assured that every effort will be made to ensure that many Jamaicans are employed during the construction phase of this planned expansion. He pointed out that with all the new rooms coming on stream, more than 10,000 jobs will be available, and he has urged Jamaicans to get themselves certified to meet the demand.

ST VINCENT and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves has warned that the region could be left behind due to its failure to act cohesively on the issue of marijuana. He warned that negligence or refusal to move with urgency and good sense could result in outside forces taking advantage of such inaction by imposing “ignoble covenants” on states. Dr Gonsalves issued the stark warning this week during a lecture at the University of the West Indies (UWI), Cave Hill Campus in Barbados, where he noted that the marijuana business is evolving from illegality to decriminalisation, particularly in respect of medical use and small quantities for recreational and religious purposes. The Vincentian leader, an advocate of a Caribbean Marijuana Commission, urged UWI to take the lead by conducting much needed research. “I want to see serious research about what is happening in the region, and we need the provision of appropriate policy advice for the general public and policymakers. If we don’t do that with marijuana the

Marijuana could be good business for the region, the St Vincent and the Grenadines PM Dr. Ralph Gonsalves stated.

people of our Caribbean civilization are likely, on this and other allied matters, to be damned forever,” he cautioned. Additionally, Dr Gonsalves said he was disappointed that no UWI campus has done any useful research on the impact of the banana industry. Despite its importance and historical contribution to several Caribbean economies, he described it as one of the most environmentally

degrading commercial agricultural crops. The prime minister said its cultivation has been a major contributor to deforestation and soil erosion, while extensive chemical spraying of bananas, sleeving the plant with plastic, and wanton use and misuse of pesticides and weedicides had polluted streams and rivers and caused debris and plastic to be deposited on beaches.

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Leaving EU ‘would cut UK migration by 100,000’ - Migration Watch NET migration to the UK could fall by about 100,000 a year if Britain votes to leave the European Union, pressure group Migration Watch has estimated. The group, which advocates tighter immigration controls, says in the event of a “Brexit”, the government should introduce work permits for EU citizens. Such a move would cut net migration - the difference between the number of people arriving and leaving - from 180,000 to 65,000 a year, it says. Pro-EU campaigners dismissed the claim. The UK is set to have a referendum by the end of 2017 on whether or not it should remain a member of the European Union. The Migration Watch report looks at possible migration policies that could be introduced should the UK vote to leave the EU, and what the impact on overall migration figures. The report suggested the key change could be the introduction of work permits which would limit EU nationals entering the country to higher-skilled workers, their family members and students, while lowskilled workers would not be granted entry. Lord Green of Deddington, chairman of Migration Watch, said: “It is time to examine possible

The UK is set to have a referendum by the end of 2017 on whether or not it should remain a member of the European Union.

alternative immigration regimes.” Under the current arrangements, signs indicated migration to Britain would “continue at a substantial rate for the foreseeable future”, he said. “Indeed, immigrants tend to generate further migration as their friends and relatives join them in their new countries,” he said. “Work permits for EU citizens would substantially reduce net migration and its resultant pressure on our population and public services.” The 16-page paper suggests that on average only around 20% of EU migrants who came to Britain between 2004 and 2014 were doing

higher-skilled work. It said a work permit system - similar to that used for non-EU migrants to the UK - could reduce by a fifth the number of EU nationals coming to Britain to work and “in turn, substantially reduce net migration by perhaps 100,000 a year from the current level of 180,000”. The figures should not be taken as a “precise estimate” but was “intended to illustrate the scale of the potential reduction under the policy outlined”, it said. There would be no need for restrictions on EU citizens coming to the UK as students or tourists, the authors concluded.

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OECD deal on corporate tax avoidance signed by 31 nations RULES to stop companies using complex tax arrangements to avoid paying corporate tax have been agreed by 31 OECD members. They will make it harder for firms to hide money in tax havens or play one country’s tax authority against another. Firms such as Google, Amazon and Facebook must now pay tax in the country where the profits are made. The move follows public anger at the tax practices of some multinationals. Google’s deal to pay £130m to the UK’s HM Revenue and Customs in back taxes for the past decade has seen it widely criticised for not paying its fair share of corporate tax. The agreement between 31 nations, including France and the UK, is about sharing information rather than a new law or tax. OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría said the agreement would have “an immediate impact in boosting international co-operation on tax issues, by enhancing the transparency of multinational enterprises’ operations”. The agreement was hammered out at a meeting of the G20

last year, after growing anger at the ways in which large multinationals were minimising tax. The new rules mean that international companies will have to tell the country they operate in what they make in that nation and how much tax they pay. That information will be available to every other country that has signed up to the agreement. The row over Google’s £130m payment has led to European MPs calling on the Chancellor, George Osborne, to explain the “very bad deal” that UK tax authorities have struck with search giant. The French finance minister, Michel Sapin expressed his concern. ‘It’s great that Google resolves its problems in the UK, but Google also has to sort out its problems in France,” he said. “French law applies in France and that’s what we are looking at with Google. However we do not want to reach a one-off agreement, agree on a lump sum. We are looking at what activity a particular company has in France, so that we can request a fair amount of tax. Not more nor less than other companies.”

ISIS planning ‘special forces-style’ attacks in Europe, report says Europe should be prepared for more of the ruthless and coordinated attacks that ISIS carried out in Paris last year, officials say. The militant group is planning more large-scale, “special forces-style” assaults that don’t even necessarily need to be coordinated from Syria. That disturbing scenario was laid out in a report by Europol - Europe’s law enforcement agency -- released Monday. The report, entitled “Changes in modus operandi of Islamic State terrorist attacks,” paints a picture of a terror group whose methods keep evolving and whose threat is two fold: Coordinated attacks and lone wolf operatives. “The Paris attacks, and subsequent investigation, appear to indicate a shift towards a broader strategy of [ISIS] going global, of them specifically attacking France, but also the possibly of attacks against other Member States of the EU in the near future,” the report said. The report details some of the

Hillary Clinton served as Secretary of State under President Barack Obama.

The report said ISIS-inspired attacks do not necessarily have to be coordinated from Syria.

ways ISIS is adapting. Here are some of the key findings: Attacks will be primarily directed at soft targets because of the impact and mass casualties they generate, the report says. Intelligence also suggests that ISIS has developed a command structure to plan and coordinate “special forces style” operations abroad. This could mean that more Paris-style attacks are currently being planned and prepared, the report says. In addition to training facilities in Syria, there are also smaller scale

training camps in the EU and in Balkan countries. ISIS-inspired attacks do not necessarily have to be coordinated from Syria. “Central command in Syria is believed to map out a general strategy, but leaves tactical freedom to local leaders to adapt their actions to circumstances on the spot,” the report says. Operatives can choose their targets based on capability and resources, which leaves room for spontaneity and makes it hard for law enforcement to identify targets and suspects.

Clinton ‘would consider’ Obama as a Supreme Court justice Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton has said appointing President Barack Obama as a Supreme Court justice is a “great idea”. At a campaign event in Iowa, a voter asked Ms Clinton if she would consider appointing Mr Obama to the Supreme Court if she is president. She noted that the next president could appoint up to three Supreme Court justices, ABC News reports. “Wow, what a great idea. No one has ever suggested that to me,” she said. “I love that, wow. He may have a

few other things to do but I tell you that’s a great idea.” Ms Clinton made the remarks to a crowd of 450 people in a ballroom. “He’s brilliant, and he can set forth an argument, and he was a law professor, so he’s got all the credentials,” she said. “Now we do have to get a Democratic Senate to get him confirmed so you’re going to have to help me on that, OK?” she said. Ms Clinton, the Democratic frontrunner, served as Secretary of State under Mr Obama.

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Japanese economy minister quits over bribery claims

Sweden had the highest per capita number of asylum applications of any European country in 2015.

Sweden ‘to expel up to 80,000 failed asylum-seekers’ SWEDEN expects to expel up to 80,000 asylum-seekers whose applications have been rejected, its interior minister was quoted as saying. Anders Ygeman said that charter aircraft would be used to deport the migrants over several years. “We are talking about 60,000 people but the number could climb to 80,000,” Swedish media quoted him as saying. Some 163,000 migrants applied for asylum in Sweden in 2015, the highest per capita number in Europe. Of the approximately 58,800 cases processed last year, 55% were accepted. Earlier on Wednesday, Greece’s government responded to allegations in a draft European Commission report that it had “seriously neglected” its obligations to control the external frontier of Europe’s passport-free Schengen zone.

Greek government spokeswoman Olga Gerovasili accused the Commission of “blame games” and said it had failed to act on a programme agreed last year to relocate tens of thousands of migrants and refugees stranded in Greece. Europe is struggling to deal with a crisis that has seen tens of thousands more migrants arrive on Greek beaches, undeterred by cold wintry conditions. The UN says more than 46,000 people have arrived in Greece so far this year, with more than 170 people killed making the dangerous crossing. Mr Ygeman was quoted as giving the figure of 80,000 by Swedish Public TV and Dagens Industri business newspaper (in Swedish). He later tweeted to say he had not taken a position on how many migrants had grounds for asylum, it being a matter for the authorities and the courts.

The shooting followed a high-speed chase that involved 62 police cars and more than 100 officers.

Cleveland officers sacked over shooting that killed two POLICE officials in Cleveland, Ohio, have fired six police officers who shot more than 100 rounds into car and killed an unarmed black couple in 2012. The fired officers include Michael Brelo, a patrolman cleared of manslaughter charges over the incident last year. Six other officers are facing suspensions ranging from 21 to 30 days.

The shooting followed a highspeed chase that involved 62 police cars and more than 100 officers. Steve Loomis, president of the city’s largest police union, said he would contest the firings and suspensions. “This is unprecedented... it’s absolutely politically motivated,” said Mr Loomis. “This discipline is not supported by fact.”

JAPAN’S Economy Minister Akira Amari has said he is resigning amid corruption allegations. Mr Amari unexpectedly made the announcement at a press conference in Tokyo on Thursday. But he again denied personally receiving bribes from a construction company, as had been alleged by a Japanese magazine. The development will be seen as a significant blow for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. Mr Amari, who has been minister of state for economic and fiscal policy since late 2012, has been widely described as one of Mr Abe’s most trusted members of parliament. As Japan’s lead negotiator for the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement, Mr Amari was expected to travel to New Zealand next week to sign the agreement. He was also regarded as the architect of Abenomics - Mr Abe’s plan to pull the world’s third largest economy out of deflation. “This is possibly the biggest scandal the Abe administration has faced,” said the BBC’s Mariko Oi. “His resignation will probably raise even more questions over Mr Abe’s economic policies - or Abenomics,” our correspondent added. “It may also raise further opposition within Japan to the TPP.” Mr Amari will be replaced by

Mr Amari was regarded as the architect of Abenomics - PM Shinzo Abe’s economic plan to pull Japan out of deflation.

Nobuteru Ishihara, formerly the country’s environment minister. A local magazine had reported last week that Mr Amari and his aides were given money and gifts worth some 12m yen ($101,000; £70,500) by a construction company in return for some favours linked to land ownership. Mr Amari said he did receive money which he wanted declared as a political donation, however, he said some of it was mishandled by his staff. Japan’s economy, which has been struggling with deflation for nearly two decades, avoided a technical recession in the three months to September last year.

“Japan is finally emerging from deflation,” Mr Amari told the press conference, as reported by Reuters. “We need to pass legislation through parliament for steps to beat deflation and create a strong economy as soon as possible. “Anything that hampers this must be eliminated, and I’m no exception,” Reuters reported him as saying. “I, therefore, would like to resign as minister to take responsibility [for what my aide has done],” he said, according to Reuters. Mr Amari is the fourth member of Mr Abe’s cabinet to resign amid allegations of bribery, among other issues. (BBC)

Woman charged after ‘attacking husband with nunchucks because he wouldn’t have sex’ A SOUTH Carolina woman was arrested after attacking her husband with nunchucks because he wouldn’t have sex with her. Sondra Earle-Kelly has been charged with aggravated domestic violence after the assault at her home in Rock Hill. The victim said he was watching TV in the living room when EarleKelly “came in and asked him to go to bed with her,” reported The Charlotte Observer. When he refused, Earle-Kelly exploded in a rage and began throwing ceramic figures at him. The victim told officers that relentless Earle-Kelly “kept coming at him, assaulting him with whatever she could pick up.” Earle-Kelly then picked up a pair of nunchucks and began hitting him several times in the face and head. The police report said the victim had blood “all over him” when he answered the door, and officers discovered blood on the walls of the house. Kelly told officers she didn’t

Sondra Earle-Kelly, 51, allegedly attacked her husband with nunchucks after he refused to have sex with her.

know how the apartment got into its condition or how the victim suffered his wounds. Earle-Kelly, who had reportedly been taking Xanax earlier that night, showed officers several wounds on her abdomen that appeared to be self-inflicted and she was taken to

the emergency room for treatment. She was later charged with criminal domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature. Kelly was released from the York County Detention Center on Monday under $15,000 bond, according to jail records. (NYDailynews)

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Bill Cosby wins defamation case BILL Cosby has won a legal case against a woman who sued him for defaming her, when he denied her allegations of sexual assault. A Pittsburgh federal judge dismissed the case “with prejudice” meaning it cannot be amended and refiled. Renita Hill filed the claim saying she had been “emboldened” by the actions of Mr Cosby’s other alleged victims. Seven women are suing him, claiming he portrayed them as liars when they went public with their accusations. Mr Cosby filed a counterclaim, alleging their claims were only for financial gain. The 78-year-old is also seeking unspecified monetary damages and said the women inflicted emotional distress. Ms Hill’s defamation case

Bill Cosby has repeatedly denied all accusations against him.

said she was made out to be a “liar” and “extortionist” when the comedian, his wife and his lawyer issued blanket denials. But judge Arthur Schwab agreed with Mr Cosby’s

legal representatives that the statements were opinions protected by the First Amendment. “Even considering these three statements together as a

combined, single statement, this newly ‘conjoined’ statement does not lead to an inference that the plaintiff is a ‘liar and an extortionist’,” he said. Ms Hill’s legal representative, George Kontos, said he would be appealing the decision, adding he strongly disagreed with the judge’s reasoning. “The basis of his opinion is these are constitutionally protected, ‘pure’ opinions,’’ said Mr Kontos. “But, looked at as a whole, they contain all sorts of innuendo and undisclosed facts.” Mr Cosby has not responded specifically to Ms Hill’s allegations that he drugged and assaulted her several times after they met on the TV show Picture Pages in 1983. She claims she was 16 at the time and the abuse continued for four years. She also says Mr Cosby helped pay for her college fees and travel to cities where he was performing. Mr Cosby has repeatedly denied all accusations against him made by more than 50 women. He has, however, admitted in court proceedings that he obtained and gave women sedatives over the years, but he maintained the women took the drugs willingly. At the end of 2015, prosecutors in Pennsylvania charged the comedian with an alleged sexual assault in 2004. It was the first time Mr Cosby had been charged with any offence after months of accusations.

US President Barack Obama said: “As a whole, the industry should do what every other industry should do, which is to look for talent and provide opportunity to everybody.”

Obama: Oscars diversity call is part of broader issue M O V I E - FA N - I N - C H I E F Barack Obama is calling on the film industry to ramp up diversity in an interview about the lack of Oscar nominations for minority actors. “As a whole, the industry should do what every other industry should do, which is to look for talent and provide opportunity to everybody,” the President told CNN affiliate KABC in a White House interview. “And I think the Oscar debate is really just an expression of this broader issue of are we making sure that everybody is getting a fair shot?” When Oscar nominations came out this month, complaints were quick to follow that the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences had failed to nominate any minorities

for any of the four acting categories. It was the second straight year all of the nominees were white. The academy has long faced criticism that most of its voting members are white men. Protesters complained about racism in Hollywood outside the 1996 Oscar ceremony. And this year’s slate of nominations led to calls for a boycott of the Oscar ceremony. For his part, Obama says diversity in the arts is good business. It also has an important role to play in American society, he said. “I think that when everybody’s story is told, then that makes for better art; it makes for better entertainment; it makes everybody feel part of one American family,” Obama said. (CNN)

Turks Head owners give media an exclusive look into their operations OWNERS of the Turks Head brewery in Providenciales opened their doors to food and beverage personnel and local media for an exclusive look into their operations, last week. All of the work that relates to this beer is done in the TCI, from the chilling, filtering and straight down to the carbonation before it is packaged and sold to customers. During an interview, cofounder of Turks Head, Serge Tuyssuzian said that his company was started in 2001 and has been

producing beers ever since. He added that he then partnered with CEO for Gilley’s Enterprises, Galmo Williams in 2007 and branched off into the production of the Bambarra rum. Galmo Williams also spoke, stating that he believed that there was still more work to be done with the Turks Head beer. However, he feels as though the beer has improved tremendously in the last three years. He also gave insight on a project that he was working on which will be launched

in the summer to target the local population. “More and more local people are drinking our local beer and I’m convinced,” Williams said. He said that for those who have never tried the Turks Head brand and are looking for something fresh and local, they should definitely go ahead and give it a try. One attendee said that he enjoyed drinking the Turks Head beer and that he was proud that it was something that was produced directly in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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Academy reforms spark backlash SINCE the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said it was altering membership rules in response to an outcry over the diversity of its voters and nominees, another uproar has erupted around Hollywood. Many academy members are protesting that the new measures unjustly scapegoat older academy members and imply they’re racist. Fiery letters have poured into the academy. Trade magazines are littered with critical op-eds from members. Meanwhile, civil rights leaders and others say the academy’s actions didn’t go far enough. More steps are needed, they say, to make

the Oscars and the industry more inclusive. Reforms meant to calm a crisis seem to have only further enflamed it. This year’s Feb. 28 Academy Awards are looking less like a glitzy gala and more like a battlefield. “We all have to calm down a bit. The conversation has become unduly vitriolic,” says Rod Lurie, the writer-director of “Straw Dogs” and “The Contender” and a member of the academy’s directors’ branch. “Nobody in the academy should dignify any accusations of racism,” Lurie said in an interview, “but there obviously are biases that are created by the demographics of the

academy.” The typically slow-moving academy acted swiftly last week, holding an emergency meeting of its Board of Governors. In the wake of a second straight year of all-white acting nominees - and calls for a boycott of the Oscars broadcast the 51-member board unanimously voted to revamp membership rules in an effort to change the makeup of the largely white, male and older association of some 7,000 exclusive members. Though Oscar voting was previously for life, it will now be restricted to members who have been active in the industry within the past

Academy president Cheryl Boone Isaacs has been accused of “grey-listing” the older members.

10 years, with a few exceptions like for previous Oscar nominees. The academy also set a goal to double minority and female members by 2020. Some academy members, while

applauding efforts to diversify the academy, said taking away voting rights from older members smacks of ageism, and that they aren’t to blame for the dearth of minority nominees in the past two years; the industry is.

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Children’s novel The Lie Tree wins Costa Book of the Year

Rihanna is the latest artist to unexpectedly drop an album.

Rihanna releases ‘Anti’ album

RIHANNA has released her new album “Anti.” The pop star’s eighth studio album was released by surprise Wednesday following a leak earlier in the day. It is currently available for streaming and purchase exclusively on TIDAL, while a deluxe version of the set featuring three bonus tracks will become available from January 29. As well, the eighth room of Rihanna’s “Anti Diary” has now

been opened. The new album will stream exclusively for a week TIDAL, which is also making a limited number of “free” download codes available. The codes are provided as a gift from Rihanna and Samsung and they come with a 60-day free TIDAL trial. Once all of the codes are used, “Anti” will be made available for fans to buy via TIDAL’s download store. (Billboard)

A CHILDREN’S novel has been named Costa Book of the Year for only the second time in the prize’s history. The judges said Frances Hardinge’s Victorian murder mystery The Lie Tree would “grip readers of all ages”. Hardinge beat bookmakers’ favourite, debut author Andrew Michael Hurley’s gothic horror The Loney, to win the £30,000 prize. The previous children’s novel to win was Philip Pullman’s The Amber Spyglass in 2002. Receiving the award, a clearly surprised Hardinge said: “It is a fantastic time to be writing children’s fiction and YA (young adult) fiction. “For those people who might be hearing this who think that children’s and YA fiction is not their thing please do come and explore - there’s a beautiful jungle out there.” The Lie Tree, the author’s seventh novel, tells the story of Faith Sunderly whose family have left England for a remote island to escape a scandal. When Faith’s father is found dead under mysterious circumstances, she sets out to uncover the truth and

For the first time since Phillip Pullman’s The Amber Spyglass in 2001, a Children’s book has won The Costa Book Award.

discovers a strange tree that feeds off whispered lies. James Heneage, chair of the final judges, said: “Part horror, part detective, part historical, this is a fantastic story with great central

characters and narrative tension.” Hardinge, he added, “brilliantly articulated” the voice of a precociously intelligent 14-yearold in a male-dominated Victorian society.

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Zika virus could become ‘explosive pandemic’ US scientists have urged the World Health Organisation to take urgent action over the Zika virus, which they say has “explosive pandemic potential”. Writing in a US medical journal, they called on the WHO to heed lessons from the Ebola outbreak and convene an emergency committee of disease experts. They said a vaccine might be ready for testing in two years but it could be a decade before it is publicly available. Zika, linked to shrunken brains in children, has caused panic in Brazil. Thousands of people have been infected there and it has spread to some 20 countries. The Brazilian President, Dilma Roussef, has urged Latin America to unite in combating the virus. She told a summit in Ecuador that sharing knowledge about the disease was the only way that it would be beaten. A meeting of regional health ministers has been called for next week. Writing in the Journal of the American Medical Association, Daniel R Lucey and Lawrence O Gostin say the WHO’s failure to act early in the recent Ebola crisis probably cost thousands of lives. They warn that a similar catastrophe could unfold if swift

The planet takes nearly a million years to orbit its star.

Astronomers discover largest solar system

Alice Vitoria Gomes Bezerra, three months old, was born in Brazil with microcephaly.

action is not taken over the Zika virus. “An Emergency Committee should be convened urgently to advise the Director-General about the conditions necessary to declare a Public Health Emergency of International Concern,” Mr Lucey and Mr Gostin wrote. They added: “The very process of convening the committee would catalyze international attention, funding, and research.” White House spokesman Josh

Earnest said on Wednesday the US government intended to make a more concerted effort to communicate with Americans about the risks associated with the virus. There is no cure for the virus and the hunt is on for a vaccine, led by scientists at the University of Texas Medical Branch. The researchers have visited Brazil to carry out research and collect samples and are now analysing them in a suite of high-security laboratories in Galveston, Texas.

ASTRONOMERS have discovered the largest known solar system, consisting of a large planet that takes nearly a million years to orbit its star. The gas giant is one trillion kilometres away, making its orbit 140 times wider than Pluto’s path around our Sun. Only a handful of extremely wide pairs of this kind have been found in recent years. Details appear in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society. The planet, known as 2MASS J2126-8140, is between 12 and 15 times the mass of Jupiter. “We were very surprised to find such a low-mass object so far from its parent star,” said

Dr Simon Murphy from the Australian National University (ANU). “There is no way it formed in the same way as our solar system did, from a large disc of dust and gas.” This system is nearly three times the size of the previous widest star-planet pair. The star and its planet were found by a survey of young stars and brown dwarfs in Earth’s neighbourhood. Once team members discovered they were a similar distance from the Earth - about 100 light-years - they compared the motion of the two through space and realised they were moving together.

New foldable battery takes cue from Chinese calligraphy SCIENTISTS in China have developed a flexible, rollable, foldable battery inspired by traditional Chinese calligraphy involving ink on paper. Worldwide demand for flexible electronics is rapidly growing, because the technology could enable such things as video screens and solar panels to bend, roll and fold. These flexible electronics require batteries that are equally flexible to power them, but conventional batteries are too rigid and bulky to be used in flexible electronics. Chinese scientists, however, have developed a flexible lithium-based battery that is based on Chinese brush painting. Lithium-ion batteries power most portable devices, from smartphones to tablet computers to laptops. However, so-called lithium-air batteries could, in principle, hold five to 10 times as much energy as a lithium-ion battery of the same weight. This means that lithiumair batteries could theoretically give electric cars the same range as

The study holds significance because earlier research has discovered a link between caffeine intake and cardiac arrhythmia, a condition wherein the heartbeat is out of rhythm.

Chinese scientists have developed a flexible lithiumbased battery that is based on Chinese brush painting.

gasoline ones. Batteries usually contain two electrodes — the anode and the cathode. In a lithium-air battery, the anode is generally made of lithium metal, while the cathode is typically a porous carbon material that allows the surrounding air into the battery. As the lithium reacts with oxygen in the air, it

discharges electricity. Recharging the device reverses the process. The scientists noted that the main component of black painting ink is carbon, and that paper is porous, thin, flexible, light and cheap. They reasoned that ink drawn on paper could serve as a cathode for a lithiumair battery in a very simple manner.

Caffeine doesn’t cause heartbeat irregularities: Study

A LATEST study that has appeared in the Journal of the American Heart Association has discovered that caffeine doesn’t lead to heartbeat irregularities, though it has been heard so in the past. The University of California San Fransisco researchers assessed the coffee, tea and chocolate consumption of 1,388 healthy men and women over a 365-day period. In this time span, the participants

were told to wear a portable device that monitored their heart rhythm the whole day, 24X7. The researchers found that 61% of participants said that they consume over one caffeinated item per day, but the heartbeat monitors didn’t find extra heartbeats in the participants who ingested higher amounts of caffeine. As a result of this, researchers concluded that caffeine intake hardly affects heartbeat.

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE

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946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

Must have thorough knowledge in the floral business with 3-5 years experience.

Call: 231-3788

FOR SALE

Construction scaffold and roof tiles for sale CONTACT: 431-1591 OR 231-3788

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GRAND TURK LIQUORS

JEAN PANNIUS PIERRE

Is looking for a

SALES CLERK • Must have strong knowledge experience of beverage industry with specific knowledge of wines, spirits and tobacco • Must have a positive attitude to work and an excellent customer service skills • Must have knowledge of counterpoint • Must be a team player and able to work with individuals at all levels of the company • Must be flexible to work company events as needed • Salary $7.00 per hour

LORLEAN LORINA WILSON Is looking for a

LABOURER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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Send resume to Fax: 649-946-2262

Is looking for a

CONTACT: 649-242-1164

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MMK CONSULTANCY SERVICES

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WAITRESSES BARTENDERS Salary negotiable CONTACT: 232-2267

Qualified current and experienced lifeguard needed for Watersport Company in Grand Turk/ Salt Cay REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum 8 years waterfront and pool lifeguard experience • Must be rescue diver qualified • Valid driver license with car • Work outdoors in the sun on boats and on holidays JOB DUTIES: • Planning and scheduling of excursions • Supervision on boat Base salary $275 / week based on qualifications and experience

Applicant must have a minimum of three years experience. Must be very proficient, honest and a reliable worker and also willing to work weekends and holidays. Clean police record is essential. Belonger only needs to apply. Wages starting at $6.25 per hour

PLEASE EMAIL: CRYSTALSEASADVENTURES@GMAIL.COM TO APPLY

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PLEASE CONTACT LINDA GRANT (649)231-6100 EMAIL: LINDA.COVE@TCIWAY.TC

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SALES MANAGER (US) JOB SUMMARY:

A full time sales position to increase the sales of all belongings of Grace Bay Partners with focus primarily on North America.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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per week salary $6.25 per hour. CONTACT: 649-241-4602

LIFEGUARD

LABOURER

GRACE BAY PARTNERS

Acting on behalf of our client is looking is looking to fill the following positions:

HELPER To work 6 days

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION The Financial Services Commission hereby advertises the undermentioned Posts. Responses may be emailed to administration@ tcifsc.tc or delivered to Administration, Financial Services Commission, Unit D7/D8 (Executive Office), Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. Deadline February 15, 2016.

JOB TITLE: FILING CLERK LOCATION: GRAND TURK SALARY: GRADE 12

• Travel as needed to conduct sales visits, presentations, tradeshows and events • Identify new potential clients while maintaining existing client / partner relationships • Conduct outside sales calls as well as support the operation teams when not traveling • Maintain a high visibility within assigned territory based on budgets • Maintain all sales systems, such as sales records and reports, conference calendar, travel calendar and database and any other systems that are in place or are needed • Maintain efficient sales office procedures and insures the maintenance of accurate and updated account files and follow-up procedures • Assist in designing new sales promotions and campaigns to drive additional sales from various markets • Identify and analyze competition in both local and regional markets • Manage and maintain a Sales & Marketing Travel Budget • Must travel to and from US Sales Office as required to conduct sales calls, presentations and destination seminars within North America • Must have a valid United States drivers license • Must be able to book, manage and schedule all required travel presentations, seminars • Able to perform duties and responsibilities in a confidential manner when applicable • Follow-up with all email and phone inquiries in a professional and timely manner • Work with General Managers of GBR properties and all other departments where and when needed • Plan and coordinate travel arrangements and appointments as outlined and scheduled • Follow-up with all accounts and partner request in a timely manner • Participate in weekly sales and marketing call and recap/update the team, discuss any feedback etc. • Participate in weekly yield calls to discuss previous week activity, pickup and make decisions to best yield rooms • Work with team to coordinate and arrange all client site visits and FAM’s.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Qualification: 5 G.C.E. O’ Levels subjects with ‘C’ grade or above, or equivalent qualification; at least one (1) year in an office environment as an Office Assistant/Filing Clerk handling legal documents .

Job Summary

Reporting directly to the Registration Officer, the Filing Clerk is responsible for maintaining the filing system in the Companies, Trademarks and Patents Registration Department. 11883

• Minimum 5 years luxury hotel/resorts sales experience • Strong established relationship key partners: Virtuoso, Signature, Ensemble, Leading Hotels of the World and American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts • Must be computer literate • Excellent written and verbal English • Expertise working with Microsoft Office Suite in Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator • IOS (Apple) proficiency (Keynote, Numbers, Pages and Drop Box) • Extremely detail oriented

QUALIFIED PERSONS CAN CONTACT RIC GRAHAM NO LATER THAN JANUARY 31, 2015 @ (649) 946-5050 EXT. 8113 EMAIL: RIC.GRAHAM@GRACEBAYRESORTS.COM FAX: (649) 946-5758

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VIOLET CAMPBELL BOTTLE CREEK NORTH CAICOS

Is looking for

SECURITY OFFICER

To work 6 days per week salary $6.36 per hour 11863

CONTACT: 333-6577 deadline for application is February 10th, 2016

Is looking for

VINCENT STEPHENSON PARKER

TRIPPLE S We are seeking suitable applicants to fill the following openings:

Is looking for

CLEANER/ DOMESTIC LABORER WORKER

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-0991

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-6715

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LABORER

Belongers only need apply Must be willing to work extended hours Salary $6.25 per hour

FAX: 649346-4646 Application deadline February 1st, 2016

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SWIM TEACHER Must have certificates in advanced lifesaving, aquatic rescue, Gold Medallion for surf rescue, experience leading and teaching in ocean, pool and surf. PLEASE EMAIL

info@surfsideoceanacademy.com

TO APPLY.

Deadline Feb 1, 2016. 11864

ENVIRONMENTAL/ URBAN DESIGNER REQUIRED With education and experience in the design and construction of minor urban development’s including site planning, residential subdivision layouts, golf course design, and similar leisure amenities must have be degree qualified in horticulture and land surveying.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE PROFICIENT IN:

• AutoCAD • Timberline Estimating Software • Primavera Scheduling Software • Total Station Surveying • Trimble’s Terremodel Software Salary commensurate with experience interested individuals can send inquiries to:

The Weekly News is in need of a Senior Journalist. The successful applicant should have 3 - 5 years of experience in print journalism, covering the courts, parliament and the community. Knowledge of shorthand, editing and photography very helpful.

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Norstar Group Ltd., Courtyard Plaza Unit 2C, Leeward Highway Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: 649-3500/3600

LIVE-IN CHEF TO WORK IN PRIVATE VILLA A chef is required to work in a private villa. The successful candidate must possess the following skills:

VILLA CHEF

• Preferably at least 5 years’ experience in a luxury hotel, restaurant or as a personal chef in a private residence • He/she must possess the ability to prepare a range of international cuisines (Asian, fusion cuisine, French, Italian), as well as cater to guests individual dietary preferences that includes vegetarian, vegan, kosher, organic diets etc. • Full ability and responsibility to take on menu planning and food preparation for house parties, BBQ’s, business meetings • Maintain the cleanliness and proper sanitation of kitchen at all times including deep cleaning of appliances, pots and pans, kitchen tools etc. • Exercise good cost control, presenting monthly monitoring and replenishment of stocks and supplies • Computer literacy would be an advantage but not essential with the ability to record and present invoices and purchases in an accurate manner.

THE CANDIDATE MUST ALSO: • • • • • •

SENIOR JOURNALIST

Apply publisher at tcweekly@yahoo.com. Or Turks & Caicos News Ltd., P.O.Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. No telephone calls please.

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NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands. 1. Parcel 60503/64 Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales. Single storey with seven bedrooms, three bathrooms, living/dining room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.35 acre. Registered Proprietor: Cecily Elaine Ewing 2. Parcel 60004/237 North West & North Central, Providenciales. Single storey with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, living room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.20 acre. Registered Proprietor: Oscar O’Brien Forbes

Be willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays etc. Be able to work within a team, be reliable and trustworthy Be extremely well presented and have a good command of English Must possess a clean driver’s license in order to run errands Must be prepared to carry out duties when guest are not in house Preference will also be given to individuals who have worked within a 5 star luxury environment • Salary dependent on experience • Note this is a live-in position only.

3. Parcel 10501/51 South Suburbs, Grand Turk. Two storey with both lower and upper levels consisting of two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room and family room on 0.50 acre. Upper level is 70% completed. Registered Proprietors: Mary Hazlyn Joseph-Roberts & Samuel Stephen Roberts

Suitable qualified candidates must apply in writing with resume details to P.O Box 143, Providenciales or Email: hr@thesource.tc

A reserved price will be fixed on all parcels and a deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.

The auction will be held at the office of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 5th day of February 2016.

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R & R ENTERPRISE

Is looking for

HELPER/

INTERPRETER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

LABORER To work 5 days per week salary $6.50 per hour

CONTACT:

RODSTON ADAMS

Is looking for

LABORER

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

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CONTACT: 243-1320 OR CONTACT: 243-7156 243-4166 342-4656 VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!! THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Is looking for a

HOUSEKEEPER

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour CONTACT: 649-345-3925

YARD MAN NEEDED FOR AN APARTMENT COMPLEX IN GRACE BAY

Must be able to speak English and be able to understand instruction tasks including maintaining sewage treatment plant only those legal residents need apply in person at Island Club Grace Bay 11871

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LIVINGSTON LIGHTBOURNE Is looking for

CATERING HELPERS

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour. CONTACT: 649-244-4398

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HARD DRIVE CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

LEW 1 SHIPPING Seeks the following person:

ONE WELDER 12-15 years experience in commercial welding • must be able to work on their own, have a clean police record, • must be able to speak, read and write English.

CONTACT 941-5707/941-8176

To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour

FIVE CAYS ELECTRONICS

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CONTACT: 231-3171

3 ELECTRICIAN TECHNICIANS 3 SALES CLERKS (BILINGUAL) 1 CLEANER

Contact: David 649-242-0288

SPA THERAPIST

We are seeking a qualified Spa Therapist with a minimum of five years’ experience for our Thalasso Spa. The successful candidate will be qualified to provide our spa clientele with high quality therapeutic treatments, including a full range of body massages, ear candling, lymphatic drainage, and pregnancy massages, as well as providing manicures and pedicures. This position will also assist the Spa Manager with day-to-day administrative duties, including inventory management, appointments, etc. Salary: $500 to $750 per month and 10% - 12.5% commission on treatments provided, (both salary and commission commensurate with experience) plus service charge. On-site bedsit provided.

HOUSEKEEPER

DISHWASHER

Dishwashers required for our food and beverage operations. Weekend, holiday and shift work. Must be able to work late hours. Wages range $5.00 to $5.50 per hour, plus service charge and tips

DOMESTIC WORKER

Point Grace is currently seeking a Domestic worker for our food and beverage operations. Applicants wishing to apply for the kitchen helper position must have at least 2 years previous experience in a full service restaurant and be willing to work days, nights, and weekends. Wages range $5.00 to $5.50 per hour, plus service charge and tips

WAITER

Is looking for the following:

ROOFER

MAINTENANCE LABOURER

Seeking a well-qualified candidate for the position of Maintenance Labourer. We require an all-round Maintenance Technician with experience in plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, pool maintenance, tool and equipment maintenance, Klargester sewage systems, woodwork and general labour. Candidate must be prepared to work weekends and holidays, and be on-call evenings. Pay range: $7 to $10 per hour, plus service charge depending on experience and qualifications.

Point Grace is currently seeking Housekeeping staff. We are looking for a trained and enthusiastic housekeeper to join our team. The successful candidate will have several years experience in this position in a luxury hotel. Ability to work well under pressure and good communication skills, including excellent English, are essential; must have a pleasant and outgoing personality. In addition to regular housekeeping duties, the jobs include, turndown service, shifts in laundry, and common areas. Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Wages range: $5.00 to $6.50 per hour (commensurate with experience), plus service charge

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Candidates must have a minimum of four years’ experience in Hospitality Industry, in Food and Beverage operations. Service includes fine dining restaurant, pool and beach service. Knowledge of Micros POS is preferable but not essential. Candidates must be prepared to work extended hours, split shifts and have flexibility with working days/nights/weekends and holidays as required. Wage range: $5.00 to $7.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

SOUS CHEF

We are seeking a skilled Sous Chef who can provide excellent International culinary skills, strong management and training skills and effective communication skills. The position involves working in the resort’s two restaurants, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The successful candidate will be a Sous chef who can bring variety, style and a high level of professionalism in order to achieve the highest possible culinary standards- an all- around of many cuisines with a background in International boutique properties. In addition to formal professional qualifications, the successful candidate will have at least three years experience in luxury resorts or award winning restaurants. Experience in matching food and wine would be great asset. Annual salary range: $20K to $27k (plus service charge) commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Belongers need only apply

Please apply in writing to: Point Grace, PO Box 700, Grace Bay, Providenciales. Email: humanresources@pointgrace.com Fax: 946-5097

PLEASE SEND CV TO AMP@TCIWAY.TC OR FAX: 649-946-4942 CLOSING DATE JANUARY 29TH, 2016. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE 11846

Is looking for a

LABOURER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 344-2271

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JOB VACANCIES 1) DIVE INSTRUCTORS

Looking for SCUBA Diving instructors with experience in the Turks and Caicos Islands dive industry to conduct dive courses, lead dives and snorkel trips, and assist on other ecoadventure activities at Big Blue. Applicants must be a current PADI dive instructors and have the skills and personality for sales, reservations, & public relations. Starting salary of approximately $1800 per month. Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to info@bigblueunlimited. com. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 15th February 2016. Position starts in spring 2016

2) MARINE BIOLOGISTS / ECO-TOUR GUIDES

Looking for persons with experience and qualifications in the field of Marine Biology to join Big Blue’s team of eco-tour guides and dive instructors. Applicants must have experience in tropical waters and be able to lead educational kayak, paddleboard, snorkel and sightseeing eco-adventures. Applicants must have a first aid and CPR certificate and have the personality for sales, public relations and education. Applicants with boat driving experience, and STCW’95/TCI boat captain’s license preferred and will enjoy a better salary. Starting salary of approximately $1800 per month. Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to info@bigblueunlimited.com You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 15TH February 2016. Positions start in late sping 2016.

3)MANAGER

Looking for a general manager to work in a thriving tourism adventure 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 February 2016. Position starts in spring 2016.

4)ACTIVITY SALES COORDINATOR AND FRONT RECEPTION

Looking for energetic and outgoing activity sales person to work in a fun and thriving Eco Tourism Adventure Company. Positions available at CLUB MED and LEEWARD sales office. The applicant must have a minimum of 3-years of experience with sales & reservations in the tourism industry and have superior PR, computer, finance, phone etiquette and organizational skills. Applicants must speak fluent French and preference will be given to anyone with additional languages. All applicants must be presentable, articulate, and be able to work long and flexible hours under pressure. Weekends and evenings are mandatory. Wages/Salary relevant with experience. Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to info@ bigblueunlimited.com. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is February 15th 2016. Positions start spring 2016.

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DOMESTIC WORKER - Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working. - Must be self motivated and able to understand, read, write and speak English fluently.

SEND INQUIRIES TO: ELIZABETH OWEN LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS. TEL: 649-232-5583 11855

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We are seeking suitable applicants to fill the following openings:

HELPER • Needed for cleaning around the yard • Belongers only need apply • Must be willing to work extended hours • Salary $6.25 per hour

FAX: 649-346-4646. Application deadline February 1st, 2016

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• Must have Bachelors degree in nursing qualification from a recognized university and at least 3 years post qualification experience • Be available to work part-time hours between 8am – 8pm daily plus weekends, holidays and overnight to meet the needs of the clinic • Eligible for registration with the local Health Practitioners Board • Experience in operating theatres assisting with gynecology and urology cases • Willing to be flexible to meet the needs of the clinic • Must be highly computer literate experience with medical billing software and QuickBooks an advantage Salary commensurate with experience.

BITE ME SPORTS FISHING

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CARIB GLASS & SUPPLY LTD.

FULL-TIME POSITIONS CARIB GLASS & SUPPLY LTD. Is seeking to employ a

GLAZIER/ GLASS INSTALLER

• this applicant must have 10 years experience in shop fronts and window glazing, curtain wall systems, ALL glass interior and entrance systems, cutting, installing glass, mirror, aluminum windows and fabrication of metal frames • Successful applicant must be able to read architectural and structural drawings and have a valid driver’s license • You will be required when necessary to work overtime, including weekends.

STORE/ OFFICE CLERK

• The successful applicant will have a pleasant personality as they are the first point of contact for customers, with customer service experience being advantageous, also must have a clear command of the English language, answering calls and redirecting to the correct extensions. • Some basic office skills are required also a working knowledge of QuickBooks through training will be given to the right person

PART-TIME CLEANER

• Required to work 3 mornings x 3 hours per week at a rate of $6.25 per hour • The applicant must have a strong command of English and be able to speak and understand same ALL POSITIONS must be filled by trustworthy individuals with excellent timekeeping being a must Interested candidates please submit your resume to us via email: caribglasstci@aol.com or in person at Carib Glass, Glass Shack Building, Leeward Highway (opposite Menzies’s Medical)

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JANET SMITH

ISLANDE GEDEON Is looking for a

Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour CONTACT: 649-346-3261

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Is looking for a

HOUSEKEEPER HOUSEKEEPER To work 6 days

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour. CONTACT: 649-241-0676

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per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 649-244-3444 11895

ANTHONY GARLAND

SALES REPRESENTATIVE & LABOURER To work 6 days per week salary. $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 649-231-1689 LP CONTRACTOR

LPS SUPER MARKETS

NEEDED LABOURER To work 6 days

RETAIL HELPER

CONTACT: 941-8388

CONTACT: 649-346-6622

Is looking for a

THE SOMERSET STRATA MANAGEMENT CO LTD

GARDENER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

COMMON AREA ATTENDANT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean and maintain guest public areas within the hotel • Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures • Maintain an inventory of cleaning and toiletry supplies • Polish furnitures, metal work, and chrome using appropriate cleaning and polishing compounds

LABOURER

Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

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Is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to: Joanna Ivasiuk The Somerset Resort on Grace Bay jivasiuk@thesomerset.com Submissions for this job position should be received no later than February 1, 2016

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS A & W WHOLESALE Is looking for a

STOCKER

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-3487

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Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience

CONTACT: 649-342-7460

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset

per week salary $6.25 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER REQUIRED Cleaner required for medical clinic Duties include: Hours: 36 per week to suit needs of the business. Wages: $10.00 per hour Please email application to: amp@ tciway.tc or fax: 649-946-4942 No phone calls please Closing date January 29th, 2016 Belonger only need apply

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WANTED

January 30 - February 5, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS ARNOLD SIMMONS

MMK CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Is looking for a

EL RANCHO

B.A.R. REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

Is looking for a

Acting on behalf of our client is looking is looking to fill the following position:

HEAVY EQUIPMENT HYDRAULIC DIESEL MECHANIC

LABOURERS

Must have 5-10 years experience. Salary negotiable.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-331-1809 is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-2267

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BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION

LABOURER

ANNIE FRANCIS Is looking for a

Is looking for a

is looking for a professional

per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: 345-5761 231-1489

is looking for the following position on behalf of our clients. The Angela Restaurant, Dominique Beauty Salon, Designing Image Beauty Salon, Lavardo Garland, Miami Bayside Variety Store.

1- BARBER 3- HAIR STYLIST 4- NAILS TECHNICIAN 1- KITCHEN HELPER 2- COOK

BELONGER ONLY MAY APPLY TO HERNANDEZHUMANREOURCE.8@GMAIL. COM DEAD LINE JANUARY 22, 2016.

BABYSITTER/ HOUSEKEEPER To work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-8223

Provo Beverages is looking for a dynamic and results orientated individual to fill the position of

SALES AND MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE

DUTIES INCLUDE: • Meeting sales targets in acquiring new customers as well as sales growth in existing customers • Developing and maintaining a retail merchandise purchasing and selling program

• • • •

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JEWELRY REPAIRMAN To work 6 days per week salary according with the experience.

FAX RESUME: 649-941-3338 11904

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 343-4718

IWWTT

seeks a

SUPERVISOR For its waste water treatment work. Must be willing to work with human liquid waste; be able to drive large stick-shift vacuum truck; have extensive knowledge of construction and plumbing work; speak fluent English and be able to carry out administrative functions. Clean licence. Computer literate. Fluency in working Spanish necessary.

BELONGER PREFERRED. RESUMES WITH 2 REFERENCES TO IWWTT.TCI@GMAIL.COM.BY FEBRUARY 14 2016 11906

Is looking for a

SALES & MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE • The candidate must have proven success and experience in both sales and marketing as well as excellent interpersonal skills and retail sales experience • Degree in Sales & Marketing required • Knowledge of the beverage production industry would be considered an asset

CONTACT: 649-341-3701

WAITRESS

ELKIN FORBES

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H.E HUMAN RESOURCE

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CONTACT: 345-5507

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

GOLD JEWELRY PAWN SHOP

CALASCO

LABOURER LABOURER CARPENTER To work 6 days To work 6 days To work 6 days per week salary $8.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 245-4898

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MAID

LABOURER/ HELPER

(including setting up of new physical retail location) as well as maintaining an e-commerce presence Special event organization and promotion Leading public tours of production and packaging areas Enhancing brand awareness and exposure including use of social media This position involves working on evenings, weekends and holidays and any potential applicant must have flexibility to accommodate changes in schedules without notice

Please email CV to: provodave@gmail.com for consideration

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HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. Is seeking to employ an

ASPHALT FOREMAN with the knowledge of managing commercial grading and paving crews. Projects include major airport runways, taxiways and aprons, major retail parking lots, street and road construction, demolition and grading, asphalt paving and pavement markings.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to perform asphalt paving in accordance with TCI specifications • Ability to read plans and specifications (application rates, grades, slope, drainage, etc.) • Proven track record of completing jobs under budget and on-time • Ability to manage all aspects of the operation including ordering of materials, logistics, maintenance and outside services • Coordination between other crews, subs and vendors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years asphalt foreman experience • Minimum 5 years of paving experience

• Clean police record • Valid driver’s license

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the local customers, materials and specifications is strongly preferred • Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills • Proven record of being a self-starter and able to work under limited supervision • Able to recognize drainage issues • Good physical strength • Good physical stamina • Good manual dexterity • Great attention to detail • Works well as team leader

COMPENSATION:

• Based on experience

POSITION TYPE

• Full-time Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 11900

January 30 - February 5, 2016

Is looking for a

LABOURER To work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 243-4284 OR 246-3846

COLMELITA HANDFIELD seeks the following person:

DIVA’S BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

ONEToGARDNER COSMETOLOGIST work five days a week, basic salary

CONTACT 946-7705

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FIBERWORKS REQUIRES

4 FIBER TECHNICIANS The successful candidates must be able to: • Install and maintain fiber, copper and COAX cables according to plan • Perform low-loss fiber splicing and cable jointing • Perform preventative maintenance and ensure that proper standards are followed Salary and benefits will be based on qualifications and experience Applicants should submit a resume to: Director of Fiberworks #46 Stingray Street, Cooper Jack Bay Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: clayton@gmail.com

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GLEN WILLIAMS

FRANZ GORDON LOUIS Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $250.00 per week.

HOUSEKEEPER

CONTACT: 431-0750

CONTACT: 649-347-8640

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour.

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CHURCH OF GOD OF PHROPHECY MIDDLE CAICOS

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VACANCY LAW FIRM IS SEEKING A

Is looking for a

LABOURER To work 6 days

per week salary $6.25 per hour. CONTACT: 649-345-2403

LEGAL SECRETARY Qualified candidate must have the ability to anticipate Attorney’s needs with limited supervision; should be professional, detailoriented and able to multi-task; has excellent computer and Legal Research skills. Candidates should be flexible and may be required to work additional hours as needed. Candidates should have at least two or more years of experience in a similar position, or a relative degree and should submit resume and references to Unit 12 La Vista Azul, Turtle Cove, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands. Tel 941 5905, Fax 941 4754

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VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

H.E Human Resource is looking for the following position on behalf of our client. The Source

1 BUTLER

• Self-motivated, highly detail orientated individual • Must be prepared to often work long and inflexible hours including week-ends and holidays • Experience with high end and demanding clients • Must possess an excellent awareness of F & B serving • Background in hospitality is essential • Clean driving license is essential & running errands is a large part of this position • Must be willing to live-in various villas when guests are in residence and be on call 24/7 • Must have an excellent command of English • Computer literate in order to present incidental guest charges to villa manager • Willingness & ability to assist private chef and server as required. • Must be completely flexible and willing to multi-task and perform other duties when required. Preference will be given to individuals who possess: • F& B serving skills • Ability to train & supervise staff • Experience in monitoring inventories • Cost control awareness.

INTEREST MAY DROP RESUME TO THE SOURCE OFFICE AT GRACE, BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, OR EMAIL IT TO. FOLUSO@THESOURCE.TC OR HERNANDEZHUMANRESOURCE.8@GMAIL.COM

BCQS LIMITED Seeks

A CHARTERED QUANTITY SURVEYOR The successful applicant must possess - BSc in Quantity Surveying or RICS-recognised qualification. - Ten years post qualification work experience. - Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, MS Project & Vector BQ system Duties will include and candidates should have experience in: - Pre and post contract Quantity Surveying duties - Market appraisals - Feasibility studies An annual salary of $42,000.00 plus performance Related commission is offered for this position. The suitable candidate should be able to work under his own initiative and be able to see through projects from concept to completion. This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 5th February 2016.

APPLY IN WRITING TO BCQS LIMITED, P. O. BOX 158, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS OR FAX TO 946-7184 OR EMAIL TO STAYLOR@BCQS.COM

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CARLTON MILLS SEEKS

BENNETT STUBBS Is looking for a

TO EMPLOY A

DOMESTIC WORKER

To work 6 day s per week salary $6.25

CONTACT: 346-8162

DONNEL LIGHTBOURNE

EXPRESS EQUIPMENT is seeking a suitable applicant to fill the following positions:

is looking for a

HYDRAULIC TECHNICIAN/ ASSISTANT MANAGER MECHANIC

Salary 6.25 per hour. Will need to work some weekends.

BABYSITTER To work 6 days

PLEASE EMAIL RESUMES TO MILLSCARLTON@YAHOO.COM

CONTACT: 649-232-6179

• • • •

Must have a valid driver’s license from A-H Ability to speak French and Spanish Belonger only need apply Must have 5 years or more GCB heavy equipment experience • Must be willing to work extended hours (holidays and weekends) Salary negotiable Fax: 649-941-8388 Application deadline February 1st, 2016

per week salary negotiable.

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DOMESTIC WORKER

January 30 - February 5, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

LABOURERS

Is seeking to employ an

– $6.25 per hour

CASHIER/ SALES CLERK

ASPHALT PLANT OPERATOR behavior is in compliance with applicable company, state and federal safety regulations including lock-outtag-out, machine guarding, PPE, fall protection, confined space and fire watch guidelines • Follows required HCL administrative procedures such as timekeeping and recordkeeping • Performs all job functions in a manner that ensures the consistent utilization of standard operation procedures • Controls Training – computer skills, electrical schematic reading skills, piping flow direction and logic, valve operation and pump operation

– $6.25 per hour

CARPENTER – $6.25 per hour

Is seeking to employ an

HEAVY EQUIPMENT DIESEL MECHANIC

SKILLS

RESPONSIBILITIES:

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of safety issues in the use of tools, equipment and supplies used in the repair of motorized vehicles and heavy equipment • Skilled in the use of a variety of hand tools • Skilled in the use of gas and electric

COMPENSATION

• Based on experience

POSITION TYPE:

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 11901

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HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

• Applicant will be expected to perform Preventative Maintenance, correct defects, prepare equipment for work daily and make possible field calls

Background in electrical/ mechanics Good physical strength Good physical stamina Good manual dexterity Great attention to detail Works well as part of the team

CONTACT: 231-3987

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BARBER

with the knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment and engines

• Minimum 5 years asphalt plant experience • Clean police record • Must have own vehicle to travel to work

To work 6 days per week salary $200.00 per week

- $8-$10 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

• • • • • •

NAIL TECHNICIAN

– $6.25 per hour

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

RESPONSIBILITIES

is looking for a

Acting on behalf of our clients: Belony A. BIEN Aime, Amazing International Store, Dove Retail Store, Charles B. Shop, A & G Variety Store, Blue Hills Construction, IBO Beauty Salon, MS Tire Shop, BMN Construction, Carine Store, Leon Construction, Williams Construction, Saint Jean Shop, Velma Walkin

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Leadership – Oversees and directs a team consisting of a Loader Operator, Ground Man and Dispatcher to efficiently manufacture and deliver quality asphalt with a positive environment of accountability • Quality Production – Consistently produces quality asphalt. Matches plant production to meet product demand – produces accurate mix volumes maintaining correct mix temperature- maintains appropriate inventory levels of all raw materials • Proactively communicates with HCL team members and customers to maximize quality and efficiency • Maximize Productivity-meets daily production plan by meeting HCL labor targets by managing start-up, shutdown and production times • Completes all plant preventive maintenance procedures according to schedule and fixes breakdownswelds, cuts and fabricates steel as necessary- utilizes mechanical skills/hands tools to proactively spot maintenance issues and take corrective action before they become critical- troubleshoots mechanical and electrical control issues • All parts of the facility are consistently neat and clean, reflecting positively on HCL’s public image, general responsibilities • Personally sets an example of

IMPRESSION BEAUTY SALON

C & J EMPLOYMENT

welding equipment • Skilled in the use of mechanized tool, jacks and hoist • Skilled in the use of a variety of diagnostic testing and tuning equipment • Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic malfunctions • Ability to read manuals and schematics • Ability to rebuild engines and major driveline components • Ability to enter information in fleet maintenance management software

COMPENSATION

• Base on experience

POSITION TYPE

• Full-time

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 11902

January 30 - February 5, 2016

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JELLYBEAN

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES

Is seeking a suitable applicant to fill the following opening:

Is seeking to hire a

DOMESTIC WORKER

To work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 649-946-4472 OR TATE@GILLEYCAFE.TC

is currently seeking (2) two

BEAUTICIANS/ HAIRSTYLISTS

DIVE MASTER • Must have 5 years or more experience and a valid Dive Master Certificate • Belongers only need apply • Must be willing to work extended hours Salary is negotiable Fax: 649-941-8388 Application deadline February 1st, 2016

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DUFRY GRAND TURK LTD. Is seeking

One (1) Sales Manager • High School diploma (or equivalent) is required. Two (2) year degree or above is strongly preferred. • A minimum of 5 years Retail experience. • Three years Experience in Duty Free/Tax Free Cruise ship passenger Arena • Frive (5) years experience in Fine Jewelry retail • One year experience in customs and logistics.

Send resume by fax to: 649 946 1331

HELPER To work 6 days

Work hours are from Mon to Sat: 9am to 7pm. Some holidays included. Salary is based on qualifications and experience. Contact us on this number for an interview if you feel you are the right person for the post - 343-3000.

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 649-342-6274

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Is seeking to employ an

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ASPHALT QUALITY CONTROL TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS BAYVIEW MOTORS Is looking to employ an experience

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN The individual must possess the following: • Must have own adequate tools to perform duties • Must be able to work with little to no supervision • Must be familiar with both OE and Generic Diagnostic Tools • Proficient diagnostic abilities in all areas of automotive (electrical/A/C, drivability, transmission etc.) • Must be a holder of an automotive repair certification i.e. ASE or equivalent certification • Must have a minimum of 5 years progressive experience • Must have excellent communication skills and work habits • Must possess a valid driver’s license

AVIS/ PAYLESS RENTALS Are looking to employ a

CAR WASH GUY Please send resume via email to: hr@tciautogroup.com those applicants with required qualifications will be contracted for an interview. BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY

Is looking for a

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

The individual must: • Have a valid driver’s license • Be able to drive a manual transmission • Speak English • Understand instructions Salary commensurate with experience

ISPARKLE THE SALON

M & M CRAFTS SHOP/ MAURICE SIMMONS

• Use accepted methods to inspect, sample, and test aggregates, asphalt, or other materials for the purpose of quality control. • Sample and test mixtures to stay in compliance with contract specifications and quality control tolerance. • Monitor and test process functions and materials daily to ensure our products meet or exceed requirements of the appropriate agency or customer. • Prepare and record accurate information; maintain test results database. • Obtain required certifications in a timely manner. • Maintain all laboratory equipment, keeping track of all certification paperwork on lab scales and other equipment that requires annual recertification. • Follow quality control plans and guidelines as assigned. • Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific duty. • Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task. • Follow all company policies and

OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures. • Perform general cleaning of work areas.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in related field • Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License

SKILLS

• Must know and understand all TCI/ DOT regulations, such as sampling frequency, sampling methods, graduation requirements, quality requirements, etc. • Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant. • Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback. • Must be able to perform simple mathematic calculations. • Must have or acquire basic computer skills and be able to work with e-mail and simple spreadsheets.

COMPENSATION

• Based on Experience

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 11921

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DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25

CONTACT: 649-344-2505

11923

MY DEE’S RESTAURANT NORTH CAICOS

Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER To work 5 days per week and on weekends if necessary Salary $250.00 per week

PLEASE CALL 231-2972

BIG MAMA SHOP

1 LABOURER

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

is looking for a

KITCHEN HELPER

Salary $13.00 per hour

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 245-1239 PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION Is looking for the following:

CONTACT: 649-346-6622

For an interview or appointment phone Sandy Lightbourne at 231-1092 Mon to Fri between hrs of 10am and 5pm. Resumes and references required. Applications would be considered from Belongers only and must be received by 12th February, 2016.

2. POSITION AVAILABLE 1ST JUNE, 2015

COSMETOLOGIST

with over 5 years experience in all types of nails, hands and feet care services. Applicants experience must include working in the Tourist Sector and workable knowledge of massages,facials and other skin care. Wages $300 per week plus commission scheme. The successful applicant must be a team player and highly notivated to excel. For an interview or appointment phone Sandy Lightbourne at 231-1092 Mon to Fri between hrs of 10am and 5pm. Resumes/certificates and references required. Applications would be considered from Belongers only and must be received by 12th February, 2016. 11895

LABOURER Salary $6.25 per hour

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LABOURER

WINE STEWARD Salary $8.00 per hour

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-441-4141

CONTACT: 649-241-7600

Tour Company seeks

11924

MECHANIC

Must also have administrative and computer skills to communicate mechanical issues to upper management; keep an Excel computer file of maintenance records and use Microsoft Word to provide memorandums to drivers English and Spanish a plus as must interface with Spanish speaking mechanical support

PLEASE CONTACT: 649-432-9956

WINKEY’S CATERING

VAN’S TIRE SHOP

is looking for the following positions:

SUPER SHINE CAR WASH

LABOURER TIRE HELPER CAR WASHERS

CATERING HELPER COOK LABORERS ASSISTANT COOK

is looking for the following:

Salary $6.25 per hour

CAR WASH CLEANERS

649-241-3077

649-946-4180

Salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: 649-244-4398

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The successful applicant must be a team player and highly motivated to excel.

ASSISTANT MANAGER Salary $10.50 per hour

Must live in Grand Turk and be available on call 24/7 (work holidays and weekends as needed)

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND APPLICATION VIA FAX TO 649-941-4033 C/O ALLIANCE REALTY LTD.

with over 5 years experience in all types of Massages and facials plus other skin/body care services as well as some experience in Manicure/Pedicure. Applicants experience must include working in the Tourist Sector. Wages $300 per week plus commission scheme.

Is looking for a

with at least 19 years’ experience working with large capacity vehicles.

OFFICE CLEANER

SPA THERAPIST

OLGA OGILVIE

SPECIALIST INVENTORY CONTROLLER

Must have at least 3 years experience and able to work with little or no supervision. Salary start at $6.00 per hour and is based on experience. Deadline for application is February 5th, 2016

1. POSITION AVAILABLE 5TH APRIL, 2015

NATASHA CONSULTANCY

11898

Is looking for a

BARBARA VIRGIL

WARD’S CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients: Villa Del Mar, Hillview Boutique, PJ Barber Shop, Kalooki’s, Coyaba Restaurant, Yoshi’s Sushi, Insight Ltd, After 5 Concierge. Is looking to fill the following positions:

DOMESTIC WORKER | HOUSEKEEPER MIXOLOGIST | KITCHEN HELPER COSMETOLOGIST | COOK | SERVERS CATERING SUPERVISOR Salary $6.25 - $7.00. $10 per hour

CONTACT: 649-345-7212

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MARGUETTE LOUIS JEAN

January 30 - February 5, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

11934

38 CLASSIFIEDS

is seeking to fill the following positions:

Is looking for a

per week salary $6.25 per hour

RENOLD LUCIEN

Is looking for a

649-243-5656

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CONTACT: CONTACT: R & R ENTERPRISE

TILE WELDER LAYER

RENEWABLE TCI

To work 5 days per week salary $10.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-1320 OR 243-7156

1186

649-347-3220

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CONTACT:

TURKS AND CAICOS VISION CONSTRUCTION

Is looking for the following:

is looking for the following:

Must be able to work 5 days per week Salary negotiable

LABOURER $6.25 per hour

ELECTRICIAN ELECTRICIAN TECHNICIAN $7.00 per hour 649-946-5534

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CONTACT: CONTACT: 649-245-9565

3 DOMESTIC WORKERS

1 BARBER 1 PAINTER

SANDRA GABRIEL – ETIENNE Is looking for a

LABOURER LABOURER To work 6 days To work 6 days

per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: CONTACT: CONTACT: 649-245-7364 649-232-6414 432-3925

ROXY’S BEAUTY SALON Is looking for the following:

Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 347-3121 TOUCH OF BLISS is looking a

COSMETOLOGIST

with 10 years experience Should be able to do: • Bridal Styles • Highlights/ Low Lites • Caucasian Hair • Relax/Perm • Color • Cut blow dry with round brush • Pedicures and Manicures

Salary $6.00 per hour FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: 242-3439

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RESORT MANAGER

“Providenciales resort seeks experienced Manager to oversee all operations as well as planned expansion .

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• • • • • •

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

2 CRYSTAL NAIL TECHNICIANS 2 ACRYLIC NAIL TECHNICIANS 3 HAIR STYLISTS

Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour

BARBER

3 GARDENERS

2 DIVE MASTERS 3 DIVE INSTRUCTORS

SMITH CORIELAN is looking for a

11907

LABOURER LABOURER To work 6 days To work 6 days 649-243-5656

is looking for a

3 LABORERS

Is looking for a

SNIP & CLIP

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ROBERT’S AGENCY

Minimum of 5 years hotel or resort experience at a senior level Relevant academic qualification Proven strong leadership and people-management skills Proactive approach to management Excellent understanding of resort accounting Personal transportation

Forward resume and covering letter to resort@faym.com prior to February 12, 2016” It should have a double line border and if you have an appropriate piece of line-art like a hotel building in silhouette, that would be excellent.

SALES REPRESENTATIVE Tropical Shipping LLC provides weekly container service between the US, Canada and the Caribbean operating state-of-the-art facilities in select seaside ports to meet our customer’s freight shipping needs by providing convenient & reliable transportation solutions. We are currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join our team at Cargo Express Services in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for servicing and maintaining existing customer base and identifying profitable opportunities for new business. Evaluates customer’s needs and makes recommendation to ensure premium pricing and enhancement of bottom line profit. Requires strong selling skills to enhance the customer supply chain effectiveness with convenient and reliable transportation solutions, while striving to exceed yearly budgetary targets

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Participates in daily activities of the Sales Department, providing active solutions, experience & guidance • Evaluate customer needs, make sales presentations and the necessary changes to adjust to market conditions without sacrificing service • Providing the highest level of service and customer care through systematic discipline and accurate rate quotes, bookings & problem resolution. • Correlates with Sales Manager and Management team in sales blitz/promotion for the territory • Prepares weekly sales reports and data entry in the SFA/CRM system and advise management of potential issues with suggested solutions.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and one other language • A minimum 3-5 years sales experience with at least two years in the transportation, shipping or related industry • Working knowledge of CRM, Lotus Notes and MS Office software • Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion on a computer; ability to travel in various modes of transportation, occasionally being exposed to outside elements during course of travel • A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Marketing or related field, valid driver’s license and current passport. Interested persons should forward their resume via email to: bkerr@tropical. com or by facsimile to 649-941-5525. Application deadline: February 5, 2016

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SAINRICIA TRAVERSIERE

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SAINRICIA VALCOURT - TRAVERSIERE

CLASSIFIEDS 39

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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January 30 - February 5, 2016

Sports Interational

January 30 - February 5, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Warriors tie NBA record for best start through 46 games at 42-4, per SportsCenter. With their fifth straight victory, the Warriors equalled the 1966-67 Philadelphia 76ers’ mark. The 1995-96 Chicago Bulls

hold the record for most wins in a season with 72. Golden State will need to finish 31-5 to surpass the Michael Jordanled bulls. The NBA’s leading scorer

Stephen Curry is the engine that makes Golden State go, but it was his teammate Klay Thompson who was most responsible for the recordtying win. He dropped 45 points on Dallas behind 14-of20 shooting and connected on 7-of-12 three-pointers and all

THE HELP DESK (241-7734) is acting on behalf of its clients:

The Shore Club is now accepting applications/résumé for the following positions. Only highly self-driven & motivated, personable and professional individuals, whom have the desire to serve others, need apply:

PROCUREMENT AND LOGISTICS ADMINISTRATOR

TANGLED

COSMETOLOGIST Salary $6.25 per hour

CEDAR LODGE CAFÉ

DOMESTIC WORKER (Salary $6.25 per hour)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have construction and/or engineering work experience (preferably within the Caribbean), including project administration, procurement and management of logistics. • Required knowledge and skills: o International procurement. o Shipment consolidation. o Shipping/tracking. o Inventory and stock monitoring. o Material take-offs, quantities and job costing. o Labour allocation and manpower distribution reports. o Involvement in general project administration. o Strong negotiation skills • Working during inclement weather • Must be able to stand and work outdoors for an extended period of time • Weekend and flexible shifts are a must • Must have excellent written and oral communication • Must be reliable and professional • Must be proficient with computers, including Excel and Word • Must be able to multitask and follow direction. • Must be detailed oriented.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparing regular inventory and cost reports. • Plan, direct, and manage the central procurement activities of the company. • Evaluate overall revisions, price and past performance of each purchase order and approve price increases. • Research and evaluate commodity areas and make recommendations for standardization. • Supervise and participate in the preparation of written financial and administrative reports. • Create responses to special correspondence and handle special assignments and problems. • Establish priorities, assign workloads and review the more difficult and complex assignments. • Interpret contract provisions and review purchase orders terms and conditions for accuracy and changes prior to bid and renewal. • Provide liaison between vendors, contractors, and Company department • Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide targeted service levels. For the above line staff positions, resort experience is an asset but not a requirement. Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work holidays and weekends. They should also enjoy serving people and be willing to learn. Minimum experience in the areas of interest required. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to the Assistant Human Resources Manager, Sheena Smith at The Shore Club on Long Bay, Providenciales, TCI or e-mail: careers@theshoreclubtc.com. Deadline is February 12, 2016.

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Labourer,Mason, Carpenter (Salary $6.25 per hour)

Stephen Curry is currently the NBA’s most dominant player.

JOB VACANCY PART TIME MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE

;; Location: Providenciales ;; Strong Communication and interpersonal skills ;; Fluency and literacy in English ;; Willing to work flexible work schedule including weekends and holidays ;;Ability to seek funding for various projects ;;Clean Police record required ;;At least five years of experience working in a Museum ;;University Degree required with ongoing Museum Studies Please submit your resume/curriculum vitae via email to: info@tcmuseum.org Closing Date is January 30, 2016. Only those short listed will be called for an interview.

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is seeking qualified individuals to join our team! Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered. All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be non-smokers. Applicants will be required to pass a written skills test. Only suitably qualified Islanders should apply.

ASSISTANT MANAGER We are looking for an Assistant Manager for Turkberry. Must be available to work nights and weekends.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

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Managing and executing opening and closing procedures Making sure the store runs smoothly during opening hours Recruit and train staff Deal with any enquiries and complaints and monitor customer service Serve customers as needed Support the General Manager with scheduling Ensure quality of products/ Provide information on available products. Manage deliveries

Applications can be submitted online at www.momentous.com.

COUNTER SERVER We are looking for Counter Servers for Turkberry. Must be available to work nights and weekends.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

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Take orders from customers and deliver them back to the customers accurately. Ensure quality of products/Provide information on available products. Provide prompt and quick service to ensure short wait times. Provide and maintain a clean store for customer’s to enjoy. Follow opening, closing and daily procedures. Communicate with the assistant Manager when products and supplies are low, and any other issue that would improve the customer experience.

Applications can be submitted online at www.momentous.com.

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10 free throws. The defending NBA champions also won their 40th straight home game, a streak that started exactly one year ago Wednesday with a loss to the Chicago Bulls, and are 22-0 at Oracle Arena this season, per GSWStats. The Warriors have been able to dominate the competition because while they have the

best player in the league in Curry, they also know how to play as a team. After a head-scratching loss to the Detroit Pistons on Jan. 16, Golden State has won five in a row and become the first team to record 30-plus assists in five straight games since the 1994-95 Orlando Magic, per GSWStats. At this point nothing

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should surprise anyone when it comes to Golden State. The Warriors are the defending champions, have the 201415 MVP (Curry), have a triple-double monster (Green) and the team’s second-best guard (Thompson) has more 40-point games since the start of last season than anyone in the NBA except Curry, James Harden and Russell

Westbrook, according to ESPN Stats & Info. Golden State will have to play .861 ball in its final 36 games to break the all-time wins record. Considering they

have won 91.3 percent of their first 46 games, it’s not crazy to bank on them besting the mark of the record-holding Bulls team. When it comes to wondering

if it will happen, consider the chances are better than a Curry three-point attempt hitting nothing but net—which you already know is pretty good. (Bleacher Report)

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ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION

Assistant General Manager must possess a broad range of skills and be multifaceted. The ideal candidate will have a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly duties, must be forward thinking anticipating the needs of the operation, and possess strong conflict resolution skills. The GM will be responsible for all facets of the operation ensuring its financial viability while supervising, (both front of house and back of house) to maintain a harmonious and consistent execution of service standards, product offered and cleanliness. The GM will work closely with kitchen management and front house management to offer support in the implementation, execution and enforcement of company policy and procedures.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Post secondary degree in Hospitality Management or industry equivalent in experience • First Aid training • Detailed understanding of Micros POS operating system. • Basic understanding of accounting with cursory knowledge of Quickbooks accounting software. • Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Be able to assist the General Manager in all capacities to include, but are not limited to: • Planning and execution of special events • Developing marketing and advertising campaigns to promote business • Assist with scheduling • Daily, weekly and monthly inventories • Exhibits strong mathematical skills to be associated with banking, accounting, budgeting and cost analysis.

General Manager must possess a broad range of skills and be multifaceted. The ideal candidate will have a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly duties, must be forward thinking anticipating the needs of the operation, and possess strong conflict resolution skills. The GM will be responsible for all facets of the operation ensuring its financial viability while supervising, (both front of house and back of house) to maintain a harmonious and consistent execution of service standards, product offered and cleanliness. The GM will work closely with kitchen management and front house management to offer support in the implementation, execution and enforcement of company policy and procedures.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• Post-secondary degree in Hospitality Management or industry equivalent experience of at least 10 years as General Manager • Fully functional computer skills with a full knowledge of Excel, MS-Word, Quickbooks and Micros • Deep understanding of menu planning complete with cost analysis, portioning and design. • Full knowledge of a broad range of inventory control measures with the ability to develop and execute. • Detailed understanding of all staffing requirements and all paperwork associated with it including work permits, National Health Insurance and National Insurance Board. • Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training • Certified in the safe service of alcohol • Detailed training and understating of Oenology. • Certified in food safety and health. • Fully proficient in accounting.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Assistant Manager should be a natural leader who is seeking to assist others in improving their abilities, and develop strong interpersonal skills. An ambitious person who is a comfortable communicator with a confident skill set. The Assistant Manager needs to be a self starter that can lead the operation in the General Managers absence. The right candidate should be able to open the entire operation in the morning, or close the entire operation at night. Prioritizing and executing tasks based on needs, he/she will assure that employees stay focused and ready to serve the best interests of the client.

• Work with Executive Chef - estimate food consumption, place orders with suppliers, and schedule delivery of fresh food and beverages. • Resolve customer complaints about food quality or service. • Direct cleaning of kitchen and dining areas to maintain sanitation standards, and keep appropriate records. • Monitor actions of staff and customers. • Maintain budget and employee records, prepare payroll, and pay bills, or monitor bookkeeping records. • Use of computer software to monitor inventory, track staff schedules and pay, and perform other record keeping tasks. • Check quality of deliveries of fresh food and baked goods. • Maintain stock of supplies such as tableware, cooking utensils, and cleaning items. • Arrange for weekly, monthly maintenance and repair of equipment and other services. • Ensure sales and cash balance on a daily basis • Recruit, hire, and oversee training for staff. Schedule work hours for servers and bar staff. • Creation and execution of special events and promotions. • Maintain relationships with customers and staff. • Evaluate health and safety practices against standards. • Maintain standards of quality and cleanliness • Implement creative promotional ideas working with vendors and staff. • Guide, direct, and train staff. Coordinate the work and activities of staff. • Understands the necessity to work days, nights weekends and holidays.

Salary Commensurate with Experience Send CV, References, residency status to: manager@somewherecafeandlounge.com to be considered.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Assist the General Manager in the training of staff to encourage growth in a positive environment. • Be sensitive to the needs of staff members and maintain a professional demeanor • Assist the General Manager in the ordering of inventory through a variety of vendors • Assist the General Manager with weekly and monthly inventories and work with the General Manager to calculate costs • Maintain a positive environment to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace

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Bolt: My coach said I could go to 2020 Olympics

Usain Bolt did not rule out Tokyo 2020.

USAIN Bolt said his coach proposed that he could compete in a fifth Olympics at Tokyo 2020. Bolt has said for years that Rio 2016 would be his final Olympics and that he might retire in 2016 or after the 2017 World Championships in London. But he did not rule out Tokyo 2020 in a Jamaican TV interview that aired Sunday. “We’ll see, because the coach say I can go on to even the next Olympics in 2020,” Bolt said, adding a chuckle and presumably meaning his longtime coach, Glen Mills. “I’m not going to say what I’m going to do, but my coach said I should stop talking about retirement. Let’s just go through those two years and see what happens. “He said I could, if I wanted to [go to 2020]. I do believe my coach.”

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Bolt will turn 34 in August 2020 and be at a similar age to Olympic sprint champions Carl Lewis (35), Michael Johnson (33) and Donovan Bailey (32) at their final Games. “The older you get, the harder training is going to get,” Bolt said. “So, 32, 33, 34, it’s going to be a lot of work. If I feel I can do it, I will definitely try, but, for me, I want to retire on top of my game. I don’t want to continue when I know I’m not going to push myself hard enough.” Bolt has long cited a conversation with Johnson, who retired near the top of his game after repeating as Olympic 400m champion at Sydney 2000. “That’s one question I asked Michael Johnson, why did you retire when you were dominating?” Bolt said. “He said, ‘Listen, I’ve done everything in this sport. I was on top. Why should I continue?’ So you accomplish everything you want to accomplish. At some point, you just say, listen, let me leave the sport.”

Louis van Gaal claimed that the media had “sacked” him three times this season.

Man Utd boss says Derby defeat may get him sacked Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal says that an FA Cup defeat by Derby on Friday could get him the sack. The Dutchman described speculation he offered to resign after the 1-0 defeat by Southampton, with United fifth in the league, as “awful and horrible”. He claimed the media had “sacked” him three times this season, but said he “cannot lose” to the Championship

club in the FA Cup fourthround tie. “Maybe then you have written the truth because sometimes it happens,” he said. United are 10 points off Premier League leaders Leicester, five points behind Tottenham in fourth place and out of the Champions League. Van Gaal said questions about his future were being asked in a “disrespectful way”.

SECURITY OFFICER The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill the following positions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Security officer experience and police or military experience are assets Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) A good Level of interpersonal and customer relationship skills All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check (Disclosure) and neighbourhood enquiries before the appointment is confirmed • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Must have clear criminal record • A valid TCI Driver’s License is an asset Salary starts @ $6.25 per hour for security officer

is looking for an extremely creative

VIDEOGRAPHER / EDITOR for the digital video team to work on our ambitious daily and weekly news-driven video initiatives. Applicants should be comfortable working unassisted, taking a story from idea to final product including story development, writing, shooting and post production.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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Can follow instructions Ability to work in team environment Must have clear criminal record All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check (Disclosure) and neighbourhood enquires before the appointment is confirmed. Salary $6.25

HOW TO APPLY:

• Submit resume with application letter, employment and training certificates, copy of police record, passport to Spence Security office Interested applicants should send resume and applicable certificates address to: The CEO Spence Security not later than October 30, 2015 to: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address:kansha.bain@spencesecurity.com Fax: 941-3027 BELONGER ONLY NEED APPLY. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. 11908

The video editor / producer will work with 4NEWS writers and editorial teams to develop video stories that effect Islanders and help educate and inform residents and visitors about the sometimes complicated issues that face the TCI. Videos will include breaking news, sit-down interviews, explainers, hosted series, advertisements and branded social media video inserts.

QUALIFICATIONS: - Minimum 3 years of post production experience in videography - Passion for news and an understanding of editorial best practices - Non-linear video editing - Adobe Premiere - Adobe Creative Suite - Cinema Cameras - Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours and travel (including nights, weekends and holidays) - Highly collaborative, and creative - Script and/or voice-over writing - Must possess a valid driving lIcense

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Man City beat Everton to reach League Cup final

Novak Djokovic became the first man in the Open Era to make six Australian Open finals.

Australian Open: Djokovic beats Roger Federer to reach final FOR so long Roger Federer has dished out punishment in some of the biggest matches in tennis. A few times it’s happened in the Australian Open semifinals. In 2007 he pummelled Andy Roddick at a time when the American probably thought he could finally get the better of the Swiss at a major. Then in 2010, Federer needed a mere 90 minutes to dispatch JoWilfried Tsonga. But on Thursday at the year’s first major, it was Federer taking the punishment for much of the affair. Indeed the manner of his defeat by Novak Djokovic, or at least the first

two sets, brought back memories of the 2008 French Open final when the 17-time grand slam champion managed to claim four games against Rafael Nadal. In giving Federer the run around -- winning 6-1 6-2 3-6 6-3 at Rod Laver Arena -- Djokovic became the first man in the Open Era to make six Australian Open finals. Remarkably Sunday’s showpiece will be the Serb’s 17th straight final. The bad news for the other two semifinalists who play Friday, Andy Murray and Milos Raonic? Djokovic is a perfect 5-0 in those Australian Open finals.

MANCHESTER City clawed back a first-leg deficit to beat Everton and set up a Capital One Cup final date with Liverpool after a thrilling game at the Etihad. Everton looked on course for Wembley when Ross Barkley’s brilliant run and 20-yard shot added to their 2-1 advantage from the first leg in the 18th minute - but manager Roberto Martinez was left nursing a burning sense of injustice after an enthralling encounter turned on a controversial decision. Fernandinho’s deflected shot put City level on the night before the break but Everton still had the edge. That was until City substitute Kevin de Bruyne, who was later taken off with a serious-looking knee injury, turned home Raheem Sterling’s cross with 20 minutes left. Everton could not recover their composure and City, who had earlier hit the woodwork through Sergio Aguero and David Silva, sealed their place in the final on 28 February when the Argentine headed De Bruyne’s cross beyond keeper Joel Robles. It meant joy for City and bitter disappoint tinged with fury for Martinez and Everton. This was arguably the biggest game of Roberto Martinez’s reign as Everton manager, and a chance

Sergio Aguero scores one of the most important goals of Manchester City’s season.

to silence criticism of his methods by setting up a League Cup final meeting with Merseyside rivals Liverpool. And for 70 minutes Martinez and his team looked likely to pull it off, impressively standing toe-to-toe with City with a mixture of defensive solidity and threat on the break. It was all turned on its head in a moment that will haunt and anger Martinez, as Sterling appeared to have run the ball out of play before crossing for De Bruyne to switch momentum decisively in City’s favour. The home side will not have

sympathy for Everton in this context after being convinced Ramiro Funes Mori scored an offside goal in the first leg and that Jesus Navas was denied a penalty after he was fouled by Kevin Mirallas - but it was easy to understand Martinez’s outspoken frustration. City were increasing the pressure but Everton were surviving, with some good fortune, and that second goal stunned Martinez’s team and gave the home side the push they needed to finally see Everton off. Once more Everton never looked fully secure at the back but they certainly had a hard luck story to tell here.

Australian Open 2016: Flawless Serena Williams cruises to final

The successful Cuban Futsal team.

Cuba crowned CFU Futsal Champions CUBA defeated Curacao 5-0 in the final of the Caribbean Football Union Futsal Championship to lift the first place trophy. The Cubans opened the scoring in the lopsided affair in the 5th minute of play with a strike from Fernando Chapman to give the hosts an early lead. The game’s second would come from Jhonnet Martinez in the 19th minute. Chapman added his second of the game his team’s third goal

in the 28th minute. Karen Marino scored Cuba’s final two goals in the 33rd and 34th minute, ending the match 5-0. In the earlier encounter for the CONCACAF Futsal playoff spot Trinidad and Tobago would overcome Guadeloupe 5-4 to claim playoff spot. Scoring for Guadeloupe were Benoitte Lacazette 4th minute and Mikael Burlet 23rd, 36th and 39 minute.

IN the dog-eat-dog world of competitive tennis, “sympathy” doesn’t feature in the dictionary. The shelf-life of players is limited and it’s all about doing as well as you can -- results wise and financially -in that limited time, even if one is relentlessly crushing a friend. So it wasn’t a surprise to hear Serena Williams’ coach, Patrick Mouratoglou, speak matter-of-factly about his pupil’s first-set display in the Australian Open semifinals Thursday -- a dominant performance that left Agnieszka Radwanska utterly helpless in one of the biggest stadiums in the world, Rod Laver Arena. Radwanska barely won a point as fans at Melbourne Park, not to mention millions around the world on television, looked on. “I’m not here to have sympathy,” Mouratoglou told reporters after the defending champion’s 6-0 6-4 victory. “My job is to win. If I start to have sympathy, I cannot do my job.” Williams’ mom, Oracene Price, a calming figure who takes things

Serena Williams cruised into the final with a 6-0, 6-4 win.

in her stride and never seems to get stressed watching her daughters play pivotal matches, was less blunt. “Oh you always (have sympathy),” she told CNN. “Sometimes you kind of have to separate competition from the friendship.” To be fair to Mouratoglou, the Frenchman did add of the crafty Radwanska, who won the 2015 WTA Finals title in world No. 1 Serena’s absence: “I like her. She’s a super nice person.”

Williams is the better player, though, and indeed she’s better than the overwhelming majority of players who’ve ever played the game. Arguably she is the greatest women’s player of all time. The numbers prove it: The 34-yearold vies for a record-equaling 22nd grand slam title Saturday when she tangles with Angelique Kerber. The seventh-seeded German ended the unexpected run of Britain’s Johanna Konta 7-5 6-2. (CNN)

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The TCIPS Comprehensive High School won the 2016 National Inter-High Girls’ Softball Championships. (Facebook photo)

TCIPS girls dethrone MBHS in Softball Championships THE TCIPS Comprehensive High School defeated defending champions the Marjorie Basden High School Ladybugs 20-8 to win the 2016 National Inter-High Girls’ Softball Championships on Thursday afternoon

at the Ball Park in Providenciales. In the two-day, four-team, tournament the British West Indies Collegiate won third place after defeating the Raymond Gardiner High School 20-4.

The teams battled in a roundrobin format before the two best teams reached the final. Wanda Ariza was named the most valuable player (MVP) and the best pitcher.

The school students were attentive during the session.

TCIRFU holds rugby sessions in North Caicos Grand Turk United played their first ever PPL game last Saturday.

Grand Turk United compete in historic PPL GRAND Turk United broke the barrier of the Provo Premier League (PPL) when they became the first team from the capital to compete in the tournament. GT United, who played backto-back games, proved to be good competitors, but were edged out by Teachers FC 4-3 before they lost to the undefeated Academy side 5-2 after four goals from Raymond Burey. In their first ever PPL clash, the visiting side, coached by Gary St. Rose and Winston Quelch, trailed early after Teachers converted two penalties via the boot of Dane Ritchie, but they gathered themselves as Darren Dockery pulled a goal back before half time.

The home team raced to a 4-1 lead after Damian Palmer scored twice. He slotted home a Chris O’Neill pass before scoring via a mix-up between the opposing goalie and defender five minutes later. The GT team did not give up as Dacliche Clervil scored a brace (one after the goalkeeper dropped a cross and the other through a oneon-one run at goal) before time expired. GT United fielded a more experience team in their second clash, but youth prevailed as the teenage Provo based side dominated early. Mackenson Cadet had a good chance to open the scoring after an overhead kick hit the bar, but it was

the outstanding Burey who found the back of the net. His first try was unsuccessful, but he finished well in a one-on-one attack and then via a long shot into the top corner of the uprights. Grand Turk entered the score book with a follow up shot from Saint Victor Joseph to leave it 2-1 at the half. In the second period, Burey completed his hat-trick after a cross went straight in and then Mackenson got his goal after a defensive mix up. The two continued to run riot for the Academy side with Grand Turk looking a bit ragged. A fourth goal came from Burey after a brilliant mazy run and a second then came for Grand Turk via Veona Andre as a late consolation.

THE Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union’s Rugby Development Officer, Brennan Guy and two players from the TCI U-19 team, Reeko Misick and Tyrese Taylor visited North Caicos last Friday to provide free “Get into Rugby” training sessions. The sessions are being offered to all schools in an effort to spread the game at the junior level. Hubert James Primary School was the first school visited, where 42 children (from various classes) took part in the training session. The new players had a great time learning about the game of rugby from passing, positioning and tackling to the values the game stands for: integrity, respect, solidarity, passion and discipline. According to information from the TCIRFU, the students and teachers also expressed genuine interest and enthusiasm for more rugby training sessions within their school. “TCIRFU would like to thank the teachers and pupils of Hubert James

Primary School for their warm welcome, enthusiasm and support during the sessions. TCIRFU looks forward to returning to the school in the near future.” The second school visited on the trip was the Raymond Gardiner High School where around 20 pupils took part in the training session. The students and teachers were also very welcoming and showed a lot of passion for the game, with the students demonstrating some serious natural talent and playing ability. The TCIRFU is hoping that schools use the sessions to get themselves prepared for the annual Inter-School Tag Rugby Festival, which will take place on April 16th at the Meridian Field in Provo. Schools can register for free “Get into Rugby” training sessions with the qualified coaches of the TCIRFU by contacting Dan Willis via email: pro@rugby.tc as soon as possible. Guy, who is spearheading the sessions, is schedule to return to Canada in April.

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Forbes to sign with OKC team

NATIONAL football captain Billy Forbes is expected to sign a two-year contract with the recently formed Rayo Oklahoma City soccer team on Monday to play in the North American Soccer League. Forbes was a key figure in the San Antonio Scorpions before they were sold in December and rebranded to play in the United Soccer League. The 24-year-old took a few weeks to weigh his options, before choosing the new team. “I feel pretty good about it. The contract gives me better options,” the national goal scorer told the Weekly News. Among those options is the chance to represent the national team

in international fixtures. Forbes said that most of the teams in the NASL were interested in him, but he made his decision based on what he felt was best for his future. A big pulling factor was the decision to appoint former Scorpions coach Alen Marcina to lead the Rayo team. “I feel like Rayo OKC is the right move for my career. I know the coach (Marcina) there; he was my coach at the San Antonio Scorpions. I work with the coach for the last two years in San Antonio so it was an easy decision for me.” MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Forbes said that he was hoping to

make the jump to Major League Soccer and the Seattle Sounders FC and the Houston Dynamo showed interest, but neither had international spots for him. The humble forward, who had built a large fan base in San Antonio was grateful for his time with the Scorpions and even penned a touching letter which he recently shared with fans via social media. In the letter Forbes thanked the club, his teammates, the fans and the media in San Antonio and said that the memories gained from his time with the club, will never be forgotten. Rayo’s first ever soccer camp starts February 8th.

Billy Forbes is hoping to continue his excellent form when he moves to Oklahoma City this year to play for the Rayo OKC team.

The GT Stallions received their third set of championships rings last weekend. Zenon Konopka (third from right standing) with the participants of the recent hockey camp.

Former NHL player makes impact at PHL hockey camp FORMER NHL player Zenon Konopka of Konopka H ockey was instrumental in teaching the game when he recently participated in a Provo Hockey League (PHL) camp for players 4-16 years old. According to information from the PHL,

the retired Canadian professional ice hockey player Konopka was a true sportsman. “Everyone had a great time and we had a lot of fun.” The 35-year-old also refereed and coached some of the games while he was in Provo.

GT Stallions whip Hustlerz in PABA Night League THE Grand Turk Stallions collected their championship rings and then blew away the Hustlerz by 22 points when action continued last Friday evening in the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) Night League. Playing at the Downtown Ball Park, the defending champions muscled their way to a 91-69 point win. The Police Badgers, another top side in this season’s tournament, defeated the Kings 10189 in a high scoring clash.

UNDEFEATED The South Caicos Harbour Ballers remain undefeated after the Knights forfeited their game. The Ballers are now 9-0. The Knights did show up, when they competed against the Steelers—they claimed a 75-41 point win. In the High School League, the BWIC Spartans defeated the TCIPS Lions while the Eagles suffered their first loss of the season after Wesley Methodist Sting Rays edged them out 31-30.

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