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SCOTIABANK TO CLOSE GT BRANCH

Scotiabank is closing its Grand Turk and Grace Bay branches as part of a scheme to “consolidate” its facilities.

CCTV CAMERAS TO BE INSTALLED ACROSS PROVO

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The signing of a three-year pole attachment agreement for the installation of CCTV cameras in Providenciales

MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR DEVELOPMENT COULD BE BACK ON FOR SALT CAY PAGE 7

CARNIVAL’S LARGEST CRUISE SHIP DOCKS PAGE IN GRAND TURK  15

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Health minister in hot water for not reporting known smuggler BY OLIVIA ROSE MINISTER of Health Hon Edwin Astwood has landed in hot water over statements he made on national radio where he admitted knowing a local “smuggler” whom he is yet to report. The minister’s comments have sparked outrage, with some calling for his immediate resignation. Human trafficking has long been a burning issue for the TCI and the territory has recently experienced an unprecedented influx of illegal migrants especially from neighbouring Haiti. In a sound bite obtained by the Weekly News, Astwood during a radio interview said: “It’s not all persons from Haiti. In fact, I can tell you that many Haitian persons living amongst us are very upset with their own people and they would come and apologise for people who they do not know. “They would say ‘Hey, look I hate what my people are doing to your country’, so I just want to say that it’s not all Haitian people that is involved with this and in the same breath I must tell you that there are Turks and Caicos Islanders who are involved with it.” The minister went on to relate that one of his childhood associates is a known smuggler whom he confronted about his illegal activities.

He said: “I know a gentleman who I grew up with and apparently I got wind that he’s into this smuggling and I went and approach him about it and the answer he gave me, I just looked at him and couldn’t say nothing. “After I questioned him on it, he said ‘Look minister, you make your money leave me and let me make my…money’. All I could do was look.” That statement is not sitting well with former minister of home affairs George Lightbourne who took to his social media page to express his upset. In a Facebook post, Lightbourne accused the minister of enabling the scourge of trafficking, which is gnawing at the territory’s social and economic fabric. He said: “It is my opinion that the minister is complicit by withholding information which no doubt is a threat to our national security. “The question is, who is he covering up for? Who is this childhood friend? And why haven’t the authorities questioned him? “When I looked at the video of Ellery James and the marks he sustained on his body as a result of running behind illegal immigrants, it saddens me to know that a government minister has information about someone who is responsible for aiding and facilitating these

sloops but refuses to report it to the police. “Every decent, right thinking Turks and Caicos Islander should be outraged and concerned. “I am therefore calling on the police to please investigate, interrogate or do whatever you have to do to obtain the name of this individual.” He stressed that ministers of government should uphold the law not conceal the identity of criminals. Meanwhile, former education minister Josephine Connolly said: “I was very surprised in the minister of health for saying this on national radio given the strength of feeling surrounding the sloops and the national security implications. “However, I am content to leave this in the hands of the police and the Integrity Commission to see if any further action needs to be taken.” All efforts to contact the minister up to press time for a response have proved futile.

Minister of Health Hon Edwin Astwood said he could say nothing after meeting a known smuggler

Overhead shot of development in Chalk Sound

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Residents urged to participate in development survey BY OLIVIA ROSE RESIDENTS in the TCI are being asked to participate in an anonymous online survey to provide critical feedback as the Government prepares its 2018-2019 budget. It is part of the Government’s consultative efforts to ensure the public’s buy-in on priority areas of development throughout the territory. The survey will assess resident perspectives on national and community priorities and needs, and is available until June 14.

It will also provide critical responses as the Government progresses work on its Vision 2040 Document and Medium Term Development Strategy. The main questions are centered on the future focus of the Government, such as: “In your opinion, what are the top ten issues that you would you like to see Government direct its focus and resources?” The Vision 2040 Document and Medium Term Development Strategy is a plan that will identify short, medium and long term goals

for the TCI. It is intended to be a roadmap for a more vibrant Turks and Caicos Islands and will be guided by extensive research, analysis and widespread public consultation aimed at addressing four main policy pillars. They are the economy, governance, social policy and the infrastructure (built and natural). People are being encouraged to access the online survey by entering following link: www.surveymonkey. com/r/tcigpriority

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Scotiabank to close Grand Turk and Grace Bay branches SCOTIABANK is closing its Grand Turk and Grace Bay branches as part of a scheme to “consolidate” its facilities. By the end of the year all services will be run from the current head office at ScotiaCentre on Cherokee Road in Providenciales. Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson said the decision is “rather unfortunate” and “could not come at a worse time” for the territory. She said she has spoken to the bank expressing concerns about the staff and customers with hopes of being able to “avert” the changes. Failing this, the Government will assist with minimising the impact of the closures, the premier said. Scotiabank made the announcement in a statement to press on Thursday (June 7). It read: “In order to preserve the standard of service and multiplicity of specialised services offered in the region, the bank has decided to streamline its branch model. “This initiative will see the implementation of a banking facility that houses more services under one roof.” The head office, which currently houses the retail branch, corporate

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

Scotiabank made the announcement in a statement to press on Thursday. (VisitTCI.com photo)

and commercial banking and the managing director’s offices, will become the new home for the full suite of services. “As the bank undergoes these changes to align with the regional format, the Grace Bay and Grand Turk operations will ultimately consolidate into the ScotiaCentre facility,” the statement said. The closure of the Grace Bay branch will take place on July 20 with the Grand Turk branch closing

on September 28. All banking operations will remain business as usual until that time. Curtis Knight, acting country manager at Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos), said: “We are confident that this move will support the overall objectives of the bank, and promote the long-term sustainability of Scotiabank in the Turks and Caicos Islands. “We appreciate the loyalty of our

customers and commit to working with them to ensure a smooth transition.” In a statement to press on Thursday, the premier said that she along with Deputy Premier Sean Astwood met with Scotiabank’s managing director and the regional compliance head to discuss the bank’s upcoming plans. “We were informed that the bank intends to consolidate its operations into one centre which is located on

HMP prisoners attack prison staff BY DELANA ISLES REPORTS reaching the Weekly News late last week are that prisoners at Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk have been assaulting prison guards and a high ranking official at the facility. Over the past fortnight, six officers were allegedly assaulted during five incidents carried out by four inmates, according to sources at the prison. It is being alleged that double murder accused, Christopher Forbes of the Bahamas, attacked and assaulted the Deputy Superintendent of Prisons and another prison staff with a water cooler and a bench. Forbes is also alleged to have assaulted another officer with a rock which resulted in

injuries so severe he had to be treated at the hospital. Another prisoner, Jean Max Germai, who is reportedly serving a five year sentence for firearm offences, allegedly attacked and assaulted a native Grand Turk prison officer. Lorenzo Caesar, who is serving eight years for attempted robbery, attacked and assaulted a veteran Guyanese prison officer. Yet another attack involved prisoner Steve Remy Gardiner allegedly assaulting one of the newly hired Jamaican prison officer, who reports said had to be flown out by chartered flight to Providenciales to be treated. That officer was injured to his eye and will now have to seek further treatment overseas, reports said. Gardiner is on remand for offences of rape and robberies.

The recent attacks come shortly after the tenure of the SERCO officers out of the United Kingdom came to an end. Three senior officers from the SERCO have remained to continue training with the new Superintendent’s administrative team. The prison is again understaffed as over the past few months, several prison officers were suspended for various offences. The issue of violence against the prison wardens is a frequent occurrence, which had tapered off during the UK officers’ tenure, however there appears to be a return to the violence now that most of them have returned home, and the penitentiary runs on low manpower. Efforts to reach the new prison superintendent and the Minister of Home Affairs were unsuccessful up to press time.

Leeward Highway. “This meant that the branches at Grand Turk and in Grace Bay will be consolidated to this location.” She said that on receiving the news she contacted Leader of the Opposition Washington Misick who was also given the opportunity to speak with the bank’s representatives. “We were informed that this is a continuation of what has already happened in the Bahamas and now Cayman Islands, BVI and the Turks and Caicos Islands and was the bank’s direction to direct its customers more to use the heavily invested technological systems while allowing staff to focus on strategic goals.” She said they outlined their concerns to the bank about its staff and its customers in light of the hurricane recovery and challenging internet services. “We also requested of the bank that its representatives meet with the public of Grand Turk and allow them to share their concerns and to advise on how the services will continue,” she said. “This request has gone forward for consideration.” Cartwright Robinson said the Government understands that it is a corporate decision and is grateful that the dates were staggered. “We are aware of the staff challenges and the fact that the decision has been made from the CONTINUED 

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

SHOULD GOVERNOR APOLOGISE? PDM chairman Doug Parnell is calling on Governor John Freeman to apologise to Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson or resign over remarks he made at a breakfast meeting with local press at his office in April. Parnell accused the governor of “undermining collective responsibility” when he criticised the Government for its slothfulness in appropriating funds for certain infrastructural needs. Parnell said: “Although he is not a minister, as president of the Cabinet it is incumbent upon him to abide by and uphold its rules more than any minister or member. “Members of the Cabinet have access to confidential information, therefore any member found to be in breach of Cabinet’s Code of Conduct must tender his resignation.” What are your thoughts?

A rubber stamp

What a load of drivel. Parnell is simply trying to divert attention away from this administration’s slothfulness in repairing schools and government buildings. Confidential information - are you kidding? There is nothing confidential either about the state of the schools and roads or the fact the Government has access to the necessary funds for the essential repairs. Collective responsibility? When the Government finally makes a decision to actually do something about the repairs there will be something to be collectively responsible about.

far more important than form! Notwithstanding the accepted concept of Cabinet “confidentiality”, the governor should indeed be complimented for calling out the Cabinet, and attempting to hold it accountable to the voters. If one reads the Cabinet meeting minutes that are reported in the local press, the first question that comes to mind is what in the world are these folks doing all day? With a never-ending list of things being “presented”, “considered” or “tabled”, and only the most trivial of things actually being “resolved”, is it any wonder that this Government has accomplished virtually nothing during the last year, and most painfully that lack of progress is reflected in the condition of the public schools. We all know what is (not) happening, Doug, so what are you going to do about it? The 2018 hurricane season is almost upon us, and Cabinet is still sitting on their collective thumbs, while they ponder what to do about the effects of last year’s storms - give us a break! It’s not the time to shoot the messenger for telling the public that their emperors have no clothes!

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Double standards

Nah. The governor takes the cake on this one. He held the Government’s feet to the fire when everyone was too busy kowtowing to Sharlene and her minions. Parnell on the other hand is a useless rubber stamp. What is it taxpayers pay him for anyway? Oh yeah, to advise the premier. Go do some advising Doug, because your party is on a slippery slope.

Diversion

I concur. The governor is not doing his part and it undermines the Government’s efforts whether PDM or PNP, and more so us as a country.

Lack of progress

This is one of those times when substance is

Right or wrong the British are never wrong. Don’t believe me? Well, one standard for Mike and another for British Mike. Get the point? Oh! So you doubt me. Okay then, one standard for Jersey and Guernsey and another for offshore finance in the black Caribbean British territories.

Oh! So you still doubt me? Well, one standard to pay (rather try not to pay ‘The Windrush Generation’ their pension monies), another standard for the white British pensioners without any question and/or denials. Get the picture? Get the point now? Over to you Governor Freeman. What says you?

Law update

It’s rubbish. The governor is outside collective responsibility. What is needed is to get a law professor down here to give a few tutorials on our constitution to our political leaders, or at least to those who can read and write.

Has to go

Governor Freeman is the latest and perhaps one of the worse in a long line of British government employees picked to govern. They are uninformed and under-qualified. Where do they get their advice? What local person is feeding Freeman the wrong information? The UK’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) that appoints these governors is dealing with British issues all over the world. The TCI is a low priority. Parnell is spot on, Freeman has to go.

Many roles

I don’t think the governor compromised Cabinet rules as he has multiple roles and one of them happens to be to ensure that the Government functions to its potential and that of the UK. Doug needs to familiarise himself with diplomacy and the immunity laws that the governor enjoys. But then again, what is good for the

goose is good for the gander. Under Mike’s administration the PDM encouraged such behaviour from the governor.

Easily distracted

He also said on TV: “I’m not trying to stop you getting your hands in the till.” A real gaff and faux pas if ever there was one. Amazing, isn’t it? The amount of wasted time spent on petty issues like this; it happened some time ago now. As if there aren’t more important issues to address, which do lie within the governor’s bailiwick of responsibility under the constitution. Like the uncontrollable illegal immigration issue (we are rapidly on our way to becoming another Haiti), a police force that scarcely achieves anything in the face of rising crime, the Leeward Highway which ranks as ‘Death Race 2000’ now and outside interference, which under his auspices have wrecked the offshore finance sector of our economy. They must be laughing themselves silly in London. We are so easily distracted. If we continue to be petty and parochial like this we risk becoming nothing less than dogs chasing their tails. No wonder nothing is ever accomplished here other than compulsive prattle.

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CCTV cameras to be installed across Provo ABOUT 120 high definition and high resolution cameras will be installed on utility poles throughout Providenciales in the first phase of a police run CCTV initiative. The project is being implemented to help curb criminal activity and to create a sense of safety across the territory. This Tuesday (June 5) the Government joined forces with FortisTCI and together they signed an agreement to fund the scheme. TCIG will pay for the energy usage of the cameras while the energy company will waive all pole attachment fees over the next three years. Signing on behalf of the Royal

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highest office in Canada. “However, we believe that this is a rather unfortunate decision that could not come at a worse time,” she said. Bank representatives also met with the acting governor and the labour commissioner on Thursday. “We will continue our discussions with the bank and critical stakeholders on this issue to see how we might be able to avert this decision, failing which, then how we may be able to assist with minimising the impact of the closure of the physical space on the communities in Grand Turk,” the premier said. Customer communication with details on this change and specific information relative to their personal accounts will be made available in the coming weeks. Scotiabank has been in the Caribbean for over 129 years and in the Turks and Caicos Islands for over 35 years. “Hurricanes Irma and Maria devastated a number of the countries in which Scotiabank operates, including the Turks and Caicos Islands,” the bank’s statement read. “The impact of these hurricanes is still being felt on a personal level with both customers and staff, as well on a business level.”

Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, Acting Governor Anya Williams said she is pleased to see the project come to fruition. She stressed it will help the police to “actively monitor various areas throughout the country and assist in identifying criminal offenders”. Williams added: “I’m sure these efforts will help our citizens, residents and visitors alike, to feel safer, knowing that surveillance cameras are a further aid to protecting our streets.” FortisTCI president and CEO Eddinton Powell said he strongly believes in the importance of publicprivate partnership in building a robust Turks and Caicos Islands. “The company is pleased to support the police with its CCTV project, and will continue to offer its support and partner in ways that promote solutions that are beneficial to the country,” he said. Commissioner of Police James

The signing of a three-year pole attachment agreement for the installation of CCTV cameras in Providenciales

Smith announced in a press conference on May 1 that about 120 high definition and high resolution cameras will be installed across Providenciales. The project includes a monitoring control room that will be manned 24 hours a day by a police inspector and 911 support staff. The commissioner also stated that in phase two, cameras will be installed in Grand Turk and other islands. Smith said: “CCTV assists many countries around the world

in monitoring and solving criminal activity and gathering evidence to solve other types of misconduct. “It may also aid in deterring illegal activity from occurring in the first place, particularly where monitors are known to be installed.” CCTV is also a major initiative in the United Kingdom with the Surveillance Camera Commissioner reporting annually on one of the largest known programmes worldwide. According to the City of London’s police website: “The City of London Police Public Space

Surveillance Camera System is one of the many tools used to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour across the City of London. “Use of public space surveillance cameras allows the police to monitor the streets and public spaces.” The project will be led by TCIG and the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police, in conjunction with their contractor for the installation and operation of all surveillance cameras. The project is expected to commence in the coming weeks.

Multi-million dollar development could be back on for Salt Cay BY OLIVIA ROSE CABINET has recently reconsidered a proposal for the development of the controversial Six Senses Eco Resort on the island of Salt Cay. Previously expected to cost $200 million, the development was put on ice in August 2010 after the developers were embroiled in a crooked deal saga with the Government. Although the Government is yet to make a definitive decision on the fate of the eco-friendly golf and holiday resort, a reliable source has informed the Weekly News that serious consideration has been given to a new proposal. The project, which has been shelved for almost eight years, if given the go ahead is expected to boost tourism and transform the small island’s economy. Salt Cay which is scattered with historical sites and ruins from the salt raking days, has overtime excited the enthusiasm of historians, photographers and tourists alike who enjoy exploring these many attractions. Because of the island’s coveted raw and untouched beauty, developers have clamoured for an opportunity to build resorts and

An artist rendering of Six Senses Eco Resort, Salt Cay

hotels on the island. Back in 2010 an international team of partners and consultants was brought together by Salt Cay Devco owned by financier Mario Hoffmann, who made the TCI his second home in 1999, and CEO Stefan Kral. The developers of the awardwinning luxury management company ‘Six Senses’ were poised to submit a scaled down planning application. However, their application put Salt Cay Devco at loggerheads with the then governor Gordon Wetherell who said the controversial scheme could not move ahead before the outcome of corruption investigations. The Slovakian firm came under

intense fire during the Commission of Inquiry for allegedly bullying dissident residents along with making apparent unsavoury deals with the former ousted Government. The Six Senses bosses rigorously denied the claims from the outset and said Governor Wetherell had no legal grounds for stopping them surging ahead. However, in 2012 Mario Hoffmann surrendered his Belongership and handed back 1,506 acres of Salt Cay land to the Government. In an out of court settlement Hoffmann and the Salt Cay Development Companies also agreed to contribute to TCIG’s costs. The Slovak businessman refused to admit any wrongdoing and

continued to maintain his innocence. Initially, the Six Senses Eco Resort project comprised a total of 40 one-bedroom villa suites, twobedroom villa suites and threebedroom retreats, plus 13 fourbedroom residential villas. It was projected to create hundreds of new jobs and include the restoration of some of the tiny island’s charming historical buildings. The developers had even planned to bring a number of the old salt pans, once the focal point of the thriving industry, back into use - a first for the TCI. The original design planned to introduce the group’s ‘slow life’ philosophy.

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TCI’s delegation at the CFATF plenary

TCI’s anti-money laundering regime to come under scrutiny BY OLIVIA ROSE THE EFFECTIVENESS of the TCI’s anti-money laundering legislative and regulatory framework will come under scrutiny when the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) conducts an onsite visit later this year. During the second and third weeks in September the organisation will meet with public and private sector stakeholders to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the territory’s financial services sector. The TCI has been subject to scrutiny under the CFATF’s International Country Risk Guide (ICRG) review for years and has recently submitted a 13th follow up report on its efforts to combat money laundering. The money laundering watchdog lauded the territory’s progress in addressing deficiencies in its antimoney laundering and countering financial terrorism programmes. According to the CFATF’s website, the territory has drastically improved its money crime prevention regime. The territory was commended for establishing the necessary legal and regulatory framework to meet its commitments in its agreed action plan regarding the strategic deficiencies that the force had identified. Although the Turks and Caicos Islands is no longer subject to the ICRG monitoring process, its compliance with international standards on money laundering and financial crime will still be reviewed. Attorney General Rhondalee

Braithwaite Knowles led a delegation representing the TCI to the CFATF’s 47th Plenary and Working Group Meetings in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago on May 27 and 28. Delegates included representatives from the Attorney General’s Chambers, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the Financial Services Commission, the Financial Intelligence Agency, the Financial Crimes Unit and the National Crime Intelligence Bureau. Attorney General Braithwaite Knowles holds the position of immediate past chair of the regional compliance body on behalf of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The CFATF is now chaired by Basil Williams, Attorney General and Minister for Legal Affairs for Guyana. Minister Williams during his keynote address at the plenary said: “Low levels of economic growth, hurricane recovery and de-risking are posing challenges for small states that are presently in the fourth round of mutual evaluations in the antimoney laundering and countering the financing of terrorism fight.” The CFATF is the regional offshoot of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), an intergovernmental body that sets standards and promotes effective implementation of legal, regulatory and operational measures for combating money laundering. The FATF identifies countries with weak measures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing and places them on a blacklist or a grey list which has grave financial consequences for any jurisdiction.

TCI represented at CFATF plenary in Trinidad and Tobago

Drive-by shooting leaves one dead, another injured A DRIVE-BY shooting outside a bar in the Lower Bight, Providenciales, has left one man dead and another nursing a gunshot wound. The shooting occurred at about midnight on Sunday, June 3, police confirmed on Monday. The injured is a local 22-yearold man; he was reportedly shot

in his hand. Police said they responded to the shooting shortly after 12am near a bar in the area, where they discovered the dead man lying on the ground. The injured man had already been rushed to the hospital. According to reports from the 911 Centre, a dark coloured car

drove up and opened fire. The dead man remains unknown. Police are appealing to anyone who may have information on this shooting incident to call Chalk Sound Police Station on 338-5901, 941-8082, 911 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously on 1-800-8477.

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FortisTCI promises same swift action in hurricane season 2018 BY DELANA ISLES FORTISTCI is calling on residents to take the 2018 hurricane season very seriously by ensuring they make every effort to prepare as early as possible. As the Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1, president and chief executive Eddinton Powell recalled the company’s ability to swiftly restore electricity to the TCI last year and promised that it will work just as tirelessly should the need arise this year. “With the impact of last year’s hurricanes still fresh in our minds, let us also remember that preparation is key to surviving, and indeed, recovering from these weather-related disasters and other emergencies. “At FortisTCI, planning and preparing is an everyday task.”

Planning, Powell said, is critical to providing continued reliable service to customers and to executing the right response in emergency situations. He noted that the right response considerably improves the territory’s chances for a quick recovery. “As we proved from our award winning response last year. This is what a good utility company does.” In January, FortisTCI was awarded the ‘Emergency Recovery Award’ by the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) for its outstanding power restoration efforts after hurricane Irma in September 2017. That award is presented to EEI member companies to recognise their extraordinary efforts to restore power to customers after service disruptions caused by severe weather conditions or other natural events.

Edditon Powell, FortisTCI President and CEO

The winners were chosen by a panel of judges following an international nomination process. The president emphasised that the company’s strategic approach is what enabled it to safely restore electricity to customers across the TCI in less than 60 days, on November 6, 2017

following Irma’s passage. This swift restoration played a very significant role in the teritory’s economic recovery. “No electricity means no recovery,” Powell said. As much as 90 percent of the electric utility infrastructure was destroyed in Grand Turk and Salt Cay. The company’s response to the needs of its customers was hugely supported by parent company Fortis Inc and Fortis affiliates across USA, Canada and the Cayman Islands. The economic consequences of a less than swift recovery can be seen in places like the British Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, Dominica, Sint Maarten, Anguilla, and in Antigua and Barbuda. Last year, the company spent over $35 million in response to

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Woman discharged of firearm crimes, man committed to trial CHIEF Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale last week discharged a woman who along with her male partner had been arrested on a number of illegal firearm and ammunition charges. When Dakeisha Bassett and Jim Kelly appeared before the Supreme Court on Friday, June 1, for their sufficiency hearing on the joint charges, the judge found that the evidence supplied by the prosecution and the police did not relate to Bassett. However, the evidence against Kelly was compelling and he was committed to stand trial. He will return to court on June 29 for his plea and direction hearing. Earlier this year, the couple were arrested by police in their Blue Hills home where the illegal gun and ammunition were discovered.

Rape accused for trial Another man, Anthony Dale Nation, has also been committed to stand trial by madam chief justice. Nation has been charged with several counts of unlawful carnal knowledge of a pre-teen girl. He too will return to court for his plea and direction hearing on June 29.

hurricanes Irma and Maria, none of which Powell said was covered by insurance, along with another $30 million on infrastructure development for a modern and resilient electricity system. Powell said that the company’s 2017 response and the return to ‘business as usual’ in the Turks and Caicos Islands is an example in the Caribbean and internationally of how a utility with the right plan, followed by decisive action and strong partnerships, empowers swift economic recovery. “While we cannot predict the impact of hurricanes in any given season or which country will be affected, we can all work together to prepare ourselves to recover as quickly as possible. “We urge you to take your preparations seriously.”

Malix Cox to face trial for murder of Andreika Stubbs One of the two men charged with the murder of Andreika Stubbs has been committed to stand trial. Malix Cox, 20, who along with Anthony Francis is accused of killing Stubbs on March 23, will return to court on June 29 for his plea and direction hearing. When he appeared before the chief justice on June 1, it was determined that there is enough evidence against him to commit him to trial. However, there was no sign of Cox’s co-accused, Francis. The two men are also charged with causing grievous bodily harm to a 17-year-old boy who was injured during the club Versace parking lot shooting that resulted in Stubbs’ death. Cox is being represented in his case by attorney Lara Maroof-Misick. He remains on remand at Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk.

Another accused rapist to face judge and jury Thirty-two-year-old Patrick Delancy will soon face a judge and jury on charges of rape and indecent assault. On June 1, Chief Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale found that there is sufficient evidence to commit Delancy to trial on the charges. She also granted him $2,000 bail until his next court

appearance on June 29. Delancy is accused, along with wanted man Hayward McIntosh, of rape and indecent assault of a woman on April 8. The crime is alleged to have been committed in the North West Point district of Providenciales. Police are still looking for 32-year-old McIntosh who is a resident of Providenciales. A wanted bulletin with his name and photograph was released to the public two months ago, and police continue to appeal to the public for information on his whereabouts.

Three years’ imprisonment for marijuana possession Two Haitian illegal migrants - Robert St Remy and Robenson Kersait - have each been sentenced to serve three years at Her Majesty’s Prison after admitting to illegal drug possession. At the time of their arrest the two men were residents of Five Cays after having arrived in the Turks and Caicos Islands via illegal Haitian sloops several weeks ago. Acting on information received, police entered the community where they confronted the men. It was during the arrest that officers discovered that a bag the men were carrying contained a large quantity of cannabis. They were charged and subsequently remanded to prison by a magistrate in Providenciales. On June 1, they both pleaded guilty to the offence and were sentenced by the chief justice when they appeared for their sufficiency hearing.

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force is appealing to any member of public who may have any information on these crimes. They can contact Chalk Sound Police Station on 338-5901 or make use of the confidential reporting system through Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477.

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A rehabilitative cry for help

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– Open letter to Minister of Home Affairs Dear Hon Delroy Williams, The age of men sent to prison continues to drop while the sentences being imposed continue to rise with the rise in gun activity in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Young men are being sent to prison for five years plus, only to sit down and do nothing with a slim chance of working towards an early release or earning a small stipend for industrious activity. Is it any surprise that they figured out how to beat an already failing system? What happened to the times when inmates were responsible for keeping the island of Grand Turk clean? From South Base to Navy Base, they used to keep the casha bush trimmed and garbage picked up from the road side, and they were doing all sorts of jobs even though the Government was paying through various departments to have the same jobs done. The point being is to give the people something to do. There is a saying that goes ‘idle minds are the devil’s playground’ and another that says ‘the devil will always find work

for idle hands’. I can remember after the hurricanes of 2008 seeing inmates doing all sorts of work to help rebuild Grand Turk. Even going as far as working on government buildings damaged by the storms then. What happened? Why aren’t they being used in the same way now? It is reported to have cost the FCO $1.5 million to date to have the security company Serco come in and re-establish normal functions at HM Prison. A perimeter fence was erected at the cost of $150,000 and before completion it was destroyed by hurricane Irma and now $500,000 is being spent, proposed for more fencing at the beginning of the hurricane season again. $2.1 million spent to keep out cell phones and drugs. We understand the importance of having and a secure facility, but there is a gross imbalance when you consider $2.1 million in security compared to $0 in rehabilitation and training for the young men that find themselves on the wrong end of the law.

There are many men in prison who want to better themselves given half of a chance, but even in prison Turks and Caicos Islanders are being pushed to the back as inmates and officers. The prison actually employs a person of a certain nationality to work on the prison farm for almost 20 years now. Why? When you have 100 men doing nothing. That’s not the kicker though, that person has been getting a salary from the Government which refused to pay inmates a fraction of the cost to do the same job. In fact, many of the jobs that used to be done by inmates are now being given as small contracts, and now the people doing the jobs want to complain that inmates are taking their jobs. Only in the Turks and Caicos. Now the prison has a new scandal of local officers being involved with certain inmates and three officers have already been suspended pending investigation and raising the question of local officers being made more susceptible to corruption than others. In truth, Jamaican officers as well as Eastern Caribbean officers have

all proven to be equally corruptible. However, the situation will be taking out of context and used to justify bringing in more Jamaican officers who already out number all the other officers. Maybe it would be more advantageous for Serco to take over the prison before the end of the SIPT trials, to ensure that the prison operates under a functional system not a failing one, and one where the risk of liability is minimised. Can anyone else see the urgency of correcting the issues at the prison, or is the prison to become a microcosm of society with Turks and Caicos Islanders being forced out to make space for ex-patriots there as well. I’m glad to know that Mr Williams

takes security breaches at HM Prison seriously. With the amount of money being invested to secure the prison, it might be a good idea and a good time to take rehabilitation seriously at HM Prison, Grand Turk, too. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to bring greater awareness to a situation that is being and has been overlooked for too long. Let’s start working on a solution for the sake of the men who find themselves there and for the Turks and Caicos families that are hurting for them. Yours respectfully, A former inmate, HM Prison, Grand Turk

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Available leadership COMMENTARY

LEADERSHIP belongs to those with a plan and the courage to carry it out. Before the plan is factored, leadership candidates must have in depth knowledge of the issues. This publication interviewed leader of the Progressive National Party (PNP) and senior member of the Misick family, Washington. Washington has said he will soon retire. Retire on a huge pension from the National Insurance Board (NIB). Remember the NIB already lost $22.5 million in Washington’s TCI Bank venture. Obviously if the PNP is to move forward, they need new leadership. Mr Misick claims he has no clue on who is interested in leading his party. Recently Josephine Connolly switched parties and now sits

BY DAVID TAPFER

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

near Washy in parliament. She left the PDM because she wanted a big leadership role and Premier Sharlene was in her way. Elected Josephine spared no words making her ambitions known. Did Washington not hear her? What about Akierra, a favorite Misick niece. Is she under a cloud of smoke because Washington is deaf to Akierra? Maybe she just doesn’t want the

job because Long Bay is already too much responsibility. Then we have Porsha and Amanda. Has Washington phoned them? Royal and son Jamal are talking the talk. Is this more tent talk or do they want to lead? Remember they need to get elected. Perhaps the PNP party is waiting for the verdict and concerned there may be a second round of SIPT

investigations. When hurricane season ends, it gets cold in Britain. Over in the PDM leadership is everywhere. Some strong and some just okay. The chairman of the PDM is former PDM leader Doug Parnell. Comparing Parnell to anyone in the PNP group is ridiculous. When Douglas was PDM leader he led a mission to Britain. I was invited to observe. Parnell knew his way around London meeting with friendly elected House of Commons representatives and in the House of Lords. Mission members included former PDM chief minister Derek Taylor, Clarence Selver and PNP commentator Conrad Howell. Now Howell is gone. Once loyal Selver is missed. Parnell is a study of British law. Now he is taking on the current governor who is advised by his

deputy Anya Williams. Is Anya a PNP leadership candidate? Consider governors Poston, Tauwhare, Wetherell, Todd and all the rest. Weak left over British civil servants at best. After 13 long years, the PDM has returned to power. It was the careful service by God fearing Derek Taylor that brought resorts that now bring in thousands of valued visitors. The torch has been passed to Sharlene. Two nasty hurricanes tried to blow out its flames. Hot air from left over PNP folk on Facebook doesn’t have a chance. It was patience that brought us an economy that could eventually move us forward. After we repair 13 years of the PNP, the British and hurricane damage. We have the right people. Let us pray for them.

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The view from Europe NORMALLY the private sector tends to respond to change far faster than the public sector. This is because it is bottom line oriented, has an impatient electorate in the form of shareholders who can vote by disinvesting at any moment. Moreover, they know that certain kinds of failure can result in reputational damage or personally punitive legal action. It is therefore surprising in a region where many companies depend on the internet to market and transact business, how slow they have been to recognise and respond to new European data legislation governing how they handle the information they hold on EU citizens. On May 25, a European Union law, the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), came into force. The two-year-old regulation provides advanced levels of protection to EU citizens in relation to the personal data that any company anywhere might hold on individuals.

BY DAVID JESSOP

David Jessop is a consultant to the Caribbean Council. He has worked on Caribbean issues for over 40 years. David is the editor of Caribbean Insight and Cuba Briefing publications. He can be contacted at david.jessop@caribbeancouncil.org

While the GDPR does not restrict companies from using the data they hold, it provides EU citizens with legally enforceable rights about how their personal information is handled. In outline, the GDPR requires: all entities whether in Europe or internationally who hold the data of European citizens to obtain their consent for its processing; collected data to be anonymised to protect privacy; that clients are notified of any data breaches; and that companies guarantee the safe handling of data transfer across borders.

Failure to observe its terms could lead in the most serious cases to fines of between €10 million to €20 million (US$12m to US$24m) or two to four percent of turnover, whichever is greater. This has meant that over the last few weeks almost every European who has ever used the internet to buy goods and services, or who has ever provided their personal details when seeking information from a website, has been bombarded with requests to allow suppliers to retain and use their data in an agreed manner. Companies from major airlines such as British Airways and KLM, to

law firms, hotels and even companies that may never obviously have been in contact, have been sending emails in various and often confusing formats seeking permission to retain and use whatever personal information they hold on their corporate data bases. The issue is of growing importance to consumers given recent corporate security breaches, the loss of personal information, and the development of personal profiling for political purposes using accumulated data. For the Caribbean hotel sector and those that it contracts to sell-up or provide add-on products and services, the regulation is of some significance. Whether suppliers are based in the region or elsewhere, it means that all concerned in any transaction become legally responsible for holding and transferring every EU citizen’s data securely. According to Frank Comito, the Director General and CEO of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), the regulation

is of particular relevance to the hospitality industry as it is unusually vulnerable to data breaches. He points out that the industry has multiple points at which customer data is exchanged, from reservations and payment processing to rewards programmes and guest services. He notes too that if any EU client now requests their removal from a property’s data base, the hotel or supplier must inform them they are doing so, and a time frame in which they will act. Despite this, and although the regulation is now in effect, few Caribbean hotels appear to have responded. For example, no Caribbean hotel that I have stayed in, any regional airline, or any other tourism related entity has contacted me to request my permission to retain or continue to use data that they hold quite legitimately. In contrast, others from the CONTINUED 

The Public Registers of Beneficial Ownership

What is the TCI’s response? PART ONE BY CARLTON MILLS THE SANCTIONS and AntiMoney Laundering Act (2018) by The British Government received Royal assent on May 24. The act contains the provision that the overseas territories must adopt public registers of beneficial ownership by December 31, 2020. The British government is seeking to sanction Russian oligarchs connected to the Kremlin in the wake of the poisoning in England of former spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter. They are turning their attention to the offshore finance centres in an effort to follow the money. According to an article that was recently published in the Caribbean News Now, while the Cayman Islands, for example is not the most popular jurisdiction for Russian billionaires, they have been involved in deals related to the Russian Oil Industry. It is a well-known fact that Russian cash is flooding Britain and these tax havens (BOTs), as well as Crown dependencies. They have become the

subject of scrutiny by the British government. Britain believes that these Russian oligarchs are using the territories as tax havens to funnel monies into the UK. In response to this, Britain has also set up two parliamentary committees to examine the extent to which their territories and Crown dependencies are involved in aiding the Russians in their ill-gotten money gains but more so the overseas territories. Britain is prepared to freeze all Russian state assets where it threatens British people or their interests. In order to enforce this initiative, the upper chamber of the British parliament passed the amended Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Bill which included the imposition of public registers on the British overseas territories. Despite this action by the British parliament, the minister with responsibility for the BOTs said it was not what he had hoped would happen. His position is one where he believes such action by the British government would disenfranchise the local democratically elected governments in the BOTs. The other issue has to do with the British government jumping the gun. They are putting this regulation in place before it becomes a global

standard. The minister is also of the view that this action will have serious implications for the economies of the BOTs in particular those that were hard hit by the recent devastating hurricanes in 2017 and are still recovering. The British government is therefore legislating for the BOTs without their consent rather than working with them to progress issues on beneficial ownership. The minister further warned that such action before it becomes international standards can result in the flight of business to more lessregulated jurisdictions. He also noted that these territories have complied and cooperated on transparency and regulations as they are important financial centres to the world economy. There are others who share similar perspectives as the minister. They also warned of a catastrophe for the financial services in the BOTs with the imposition of registers before they are the common standard. One such vocalist is Lord Naseby who set down an amendment which was withdrawn. He pointed to the Cayman Islands in particular noting that Westminster telling them what to legislate was a constitutional problem. It seems to suggest that Britain

is imposing direct rule without consultation on her BOTs. This is in direct contravention of the White Paper (1999) which speaks to a formation of a partnership through progress. It is felt that Britain is in contravention of the articles of this White Paper. The British Government sees the BOTs as tax havens which allow such persons who want to hide their ill-gotten gains to do so at will. In response to this action, the Cayman Islands government in collaboration with the opposition party in that country, is entering into dialogue with the UK to change parts of their constitution relating to the territory’s relationship with Britain. Their premier in a recent visit to the UK, held meetings with prime minister May clarifying their position on this matter. In a bold step, the premier is proposing to remove the current section that deals with the powers that the UK has to legislate for the territories and replace them with a much stiffer clause that will only allow Britain to make domestic legislation for the Cayman Islands in very serious circumstances such as a breakdown of law and order. Cayman Islands’ financial services minister has already met

with EU officials in Brussels to deal with the pressure regarding the lack of substantive presence of offshore companies domiciled in the Cayman Islands. During this visit, the minister met with two panels that included OECD and EU participants and the Code of Conduct Group of the European Council as well as other EU officials. These efforts by the Caymanian government are continuous as they attempt to ensure their efforts to cooperate are recognised. Through these collaborative efforts, the minister presented Cayman’s story in a light that many EU leaders may not be aware of which is expected to result in reshaping EU policy towards them. Prior to the minister’s meeting with EU officials, she met with members of the financial services industry in her country about the way forward to get their take on the matter so that she, while on these visits to Europe, could speak from an informed position. Such steps are necessary, as these are the key players in the industry and it is necessary to keep them informed each step of the way of her Government’s actions.

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Minister of Home Affairs Hon Vaden Delroy Williams and team conducts a hurricane preparedness tour of the Islands to assess the state of readiness of shelters

Officials from the Department of Disaster Management and the Department of Public Works inspect shelters across the territory

Ministers inspect hurricane shelters as season begins BY OLIVIA ROSE MINISTER of Home Affairs Hon Vaden Delroy Williams has conducted a hurricane preparedness tour of the Islands to assess the state of readiness of shelters and other critical facilities ahead of the 2018 hurricane season. With memories of hurricane Irma and Maria’s devastation, residents continue to pick up the pieces and work to rebuild their lives and business.

The new season which is a stressful time for communities most likely to be affected, officially kicked off on Friday, June 1. While it brings into sharp focus the ways in which the territory is yet to recover from the fierce 2017 storms, Minister Williams is encouraging residents to be as prepared as possible, given that this season is predicted to be extremely active. He said there has already been a sub-tropical storm, Alberto, which

formed before the traditional start of the Atlantic hurricane season. Stressing that last year’s devastation from hurricanes Irma and Maria was a learning experience for the territory and by extension the Government, Minister Williams said the Government is committed to ensuring that all the islands are as prepared as much as possible for any eventuality. The minister, who inspected shelters on North and Middle Caicos, Grand Turk, South Caicos

Shelter list 2018 GRAND TURK -Community College -HJ Robinson High School Auditorium PROVIDENCIALES -Enid Capron Primary School, Five Cays -Messenger Baptist, Five Cays -Wesley Methodist High School, Leeward -All Saints Mission Church, Leeward Highway

-Our Lady Devine Catholic Church, Off Leeward Highway -Jericho Baptist Church, The Bight -Maranatha High School, Blue Hills -Kingdom Vision Missionary, Blue Hills -Kingdom Dominion Ministry International, Blue Hills SOUTH CAICOS -New Testament Church of God Creole

NORTH CAICOS -Lighthouse Church -Adelaide Oemler Primary School -Sandy Point Community Centre -Kew Community Centre MIDDLE CAICOS -Conch Bar Community Centre -Mt Moriah Baptist Church SALT CAY -Salt Cay Clubhouse -Methodist Sunday School Hall

Volunteers improve hearing across the TCI A GROUP of north American volunteer audiologists visited the Turks and Caicos Islands recently to conduct hearing tests and fit hearing aids. More than 350 people, including children from the territory’s government schools, had their hearing checked from April 21 to 28. Foreign objects such as sea shells, beads, peas and years’ worth of hard wax were removed from some patients’ ears. The audiologist volunteers are part of the Entheos Audiology Cooperative, a group of private audiology practices, and came from New York, USA, and Ontario, Canada. Interim CEO Nora Stewart said the group was “honoured” to work with children and adults to screen and treat their hearing. “We have identified one of the largest problems to be people trying to clean their ears using cotton swabs.

“This does not clean their ears but rather has a negative impact by pushing the wax farther into their ears. “We also saw returning patients who received hearing aids last year needing service and maintenance for their hearing aids.” She said the team enjoyed working in the “beautiful” Turks and Caicos Islands “but even more beautiful than the waters is the spirit of the people”. The Ministry of Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services, Special Needs Unit organised the visit in collaboration with 1 World Foundation and the Department of Education. A statement from the Government on June 4 said the week long assessment “has truly been a success”. “This initiative is in keeping with the Special Needs Unit’s early detection and intervention strategy

through the implementation of a national hearing assessment for all children aged four years plus, commencing with the government schools,” it read. According to the World Health Organisation, more than 360 million people worldwide have a disabling hearing loss. Millions go without basic hearing healthcare which impact their lives. Entheos Audiology Cooperative believes that everyone deserves access to hearing healthcare. This is done through three pillars: leadership through service, positive objectivity and community. One of the most important programmes run by Entheos is its humanitarian hearing trips, providing sustainable hearing healthcare. Last year 88 people were assessed and 39 fitted with hearing aids. More information is available from the Special Needs Unit at 3382171.

Providenciales and Salt Cay, said the tour was timely and critical. “The tour was done to assess the current state of readiness and to determine the additional resources that are required on each island,” he said. The minister was accompanied by officials from the Department of Disaster Management and the Department of Public Works. He was also joined by Hon Goldray

Ewing, Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning, and Hon Ralph Higgs, Minister of Tourism, Environment, Heritage and Culture. As the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season approached, a host of activities aimed at ensuring residents and business owners become more proactive in their preparedness efforts were rolled out, including a business fair and a nationwide school hurricane preparedness outreach.

Psychosocial support offered for hurricane season A GLOBAL champion for gender equality is offering psychosocial support to people in the TCI to promote wellness and healthy coping skills. Two consultants have been contracted by UN Women to provide expertise on gender responsive psychosocial support intervention. Dr Peter Weller and Catherine Boland completed the first of their two trips this spring. The aim of the initial visit was to conduct a mapping exercise, identify training needs and meet with key stakeholders particularly those related to the hurricane Irma response. Based on their findings, the pair are returning to the TCI from June 11 to 16 to conduct follow up mental health and psychosocial support services with an emphasis on gender based violence. Dr Peter Weller from Jamaica and residing in Trinidad and Tobago is a clinical psychologist with extensive work in community-based initiatives, the process of intentional behaviour change, and engaging men in exploring their concerns and partnering with women to achieve gender equality and social justice. Catherine Boland from the US is an experienced international psychosocial health and development consultant with extensive work supporting the advancement of services

for children and families in emergency and post-disaster settings. The Department of Gender Affairs and the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse organised the support to provide gender responsive emergency services to women, men and their families. The visits are part of the response to hurricane Irma and in preparation for the upcoming hurricane season. During the week of June 11, the departments visitors will host Lunch and Learn Sessions for ministry staff. The focus will be, ‘Healthy coping skills minimise stress which is good for you and good for all your relationships especially in emergencies and during times of crisis’. Core content is expected to include discussions around culture, crises and self-care, typical stress responses, healthy and unhealthy coping, and caring for one-self and others. Meetings with leadership committees will also take place to provide an opportunity to raise awareness of the importance of a gendered response in wellness and psychosocial support services. More information is available from the Department of Gender Affairs on 338-2686 or the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse on 338-4737.

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Some of the Caribbean and Latin America delegates at the conference in the TCI

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Member of TCI Government and legislature takes part in anti-corruption seminar

Corruption in the Caribbean examined at TCI conference BY DELANA ISLES DELEGATES from several Commonwealth nations were this week given the arduous task of measuring the cost of corruption in Caribbean countries. They were taking part in a four day Commonwealth Caribbean Association of Integrity Commissions and Anti-Corruption Bodies (CCAICACB) conference being held at Beaches Resort and Spa in Providenciales. The conference, which is in its fourth year, is being sponsored by the Commonwealth Secretariat, the TCI Integrity Commission and the TCI Government under the theme, ‘Counting the real cost of corruption - Engaging everyone in the fight’. It began with an opening ceremony on Monday (June 4).

Representatives from most of the Commonwealth Caribbean and Latin American countries, nonCommonwealth countries such as Haiti, Dominican Republic as well as regional and international stakeholder institutions and resource persons in anti-corruption were in attendance. Also in attendance were Acting Governor Anya Williams, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, Leader of the Opposition Washington Misick, Speaker of the House of Assembly, Dwayne Taylor, Chief Magistrate Margaret Ramsay-Hale, several government ministers and other members of government. Eugene Otuonye QC, chairman of the association and director of the TCI Integrity Commission, gave brief welcoming remarks to the delegates.

“It’s going to be hard work counting the cost of corruption in the region, and endeavouring to engage everyone in the fight against corruption. “I know it’s not going to be easy, it is not going to be easy,” Otuonye said. Dr Roger Koranteng, interim adviser and head of public sector governance at the Commonwealth Secretariat, in his remarks offered apologises for the Commonwealth secretary general Patricia Scotland QC’s absence at the conference. He also reflected that many people who are accused of corruption in most cases win, and urged his fellow delegates to take cognisance of that and provide adequate resources to investigate crimes. He said they should adequately equip integrity commissions and

The view from ... Washington Post to an obscure restaurant in rural Britain have in recent weeks made contact to ensure they are in legal compliance. Moreover, so concerned have some companies in US jurisdictions become about the legal implications of their data gathering from the websites they operate, that they have stopped all internet access from Europe. For example, if you try to access from an EU country the site of the USVI’s Virgin Islands Daily News, there is a message that says: ‘We’re sorry. This site is temporarily unavailable. We recognise you are wanting to access this website from a country belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA) including the EU which enforces the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and therefore cannot grant you access at this time’.

While this may be an extreme response, it is not clear why most Caribbean companies are ignoring the legislation or seem unconcerned by the reputational and financial damage that could follow if they experience a data breach and an EU citizen takes subsequent legal action. Is it because the Caribbean hotel sector believes a data breach is impossible; they feel they have nothing to fear from remotely introduced regulations; they are confident their insurance policies might cover them against any future legal action; or because they believe this is yet one more administrative burden of marginal consequence? If this is the case they have failed to see that potentially huge fines and legal costs apart, as damaging could be the negative publicity that ensues, and the

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potential for reputational damage if just one client’s personal information is misused. In the last few days the US Commerce Secretary, Wilbur Ross, has taken US disquiet about the GDPR to another level. In an op-ed piece in the Financial Times, he expressed concern that the EU’s new data laws may create barriers to trade. ‘The GDPR creates serious, unclear legal obligations for both private and public sector entities including the US Government. We do not have a clear understanding of what is required to comply’, he wrote, before going on to describe some surprising trade and security impacts the regulation might have. His words suggest that data protection may be about to become another front in an escalating trade war that the Caribbean is unlikely to avoid being drawn into.

anti-corruption bodies, and provide protection for whistle blowers and witnesses in order to win the fight, otherwise they won’t. He named the Bahamas, St Vincent and Grenadines, Dominica and St Lucia as ranking among the least corrupt countries in the world out of 180, according to transparency international 2017 corruption report. He said that other Caribbean countries are reporting positive changes, naming Guyana and Jamaica among them. He also noted that since the establishment of the association, which has been offering important knowledge to member countries, there has been a strengthening of integrity commissions and anticorruption bodies as a result of the networking the association has encouraged and collaborated. THE REAL COST In a video message, Secretary General Patricia Scotland delivered brief remarks on the real cost of corruption in the Caribbean, which she said wrecks lives and undermines social and economic programmes. “Succeed we must. Increasingly fraud and corruption disregard regional and international boundaries, so…we the holders of justice and integrity have to work together ever more closely on preventative action and share knowledge and innovation. “That is the value of the commonwealth collaboration.” Premier Cartwright Robinson shared that the Government supports the critical work of the commission on fighting corruption in the TCI. “Whilst this is only the fourth annual meeting…I commend this body (CCAICACB) for its formation, for the great strides being made across the region and I wish to assure you of my support and my Government’s support,” the premier said. She stated that the Government is working to ensure that the world and the region recognises that the TCI is taking a stance to ensure that it

enjoys and practises the highest level of integrity in public life and anticorruption. She acknowledged that much is still left to be done both locally and regionally in terms of education. The association was established under the auspices of the Commonwealth Secretariat, London, United Kingdom, during the inaugural conference of the association, held in 2015 in Grenada. Since then, the Commonwealth Secretariat London, has continued to be the major sponsor of the association’s conferences, which provide regional and international forums for delegates to share experiences, exchange ideas, strategies and best practices and trends in their anti-corruption efforts in the Caribbean. Other speakers at the conference over the course of the week and their topics included: TCI Attorney General Rhondalee BraithwaiteKnowles who spoke on, ‘The cost of corruption: The TCI story.’ Sir David Simmons, former Chief Justice of Barbados and the Chairman of the TCI Integrity Commission, gave a presentation on, ‘Apathy towards corruption - The Caribbean experience.’ Representatives from Transparency International were also slated to speak on ‘Criteria for transparency International Corruption Perception Index (CPI): Implications for the Caribbean.’ Dr Roger Koranteng concluded with “Conference take-home, emerging issues, lessons. What next?’ Besides the panel discussions which explored various aspects of the conference theme in detail, the conference offered delegates the opportunities to make presentations and share their respective country’s success stories and challenges in their anti-corruption and good governance efforts. Delegates were also treated to several cultural presentations during the opening ceremony by David Bowen, Dismercy Lugo and students of the Long Bay High School.

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Walter Gardiner talks branding TCI and youth BY DELANA ISLES THE NAME Walter Gardiner Jr has now become synonymous with ‘big brands’ here in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Over the past 20 years, the 42-year-old Grand Turk native has been working tirelessly to put the Turks and Caicos Islands even more on the map in the area of high end tourism. Today, he is a partner and broker with Regency-Christie International Real Estate and the man behind the Ritz Carlton hotel which is currently under construction in Grace Bay. He is an industry leader specialising in luxury real-estate sales, resort property sales and development consulting throughout the Islands. The Weekly News sat down with Walter this past week to get a sense of what drives him to succeed in such a hugely competitive field dominated by the expatriate community in TCI, and how local youths who are looking for that golden opportunity can take advantage of the possibilities right in front of them. “When I started at 22 it was a very competitive industry but it wasn’t very popular or high profile as it was now. Not as many agents were involved in it either, and there was not as much business, so it was a lot more riskier to get involved then,” Walter said. But that was not his first job. Prior to opening his own company - Horton Realty in 1997 - Walter worked as a consumer credit officer at the Bank of Nova Scotia in Providenciales where he obtained invaluable knowledge in mortgage financing. It was that knowledge and his business management and accounting degree from a university in the Bahamas, that convinced him he was ready to follow his true passion. He then joined Prestigious Properties, where he worked for the next two years before he established his own real estate company. WHAT PROMPTED THE SHIFT? “I worked in the bank for a year but I really didn’t like it, I knew it wasn’t where I wanted to be ultimately, in fact the choice of jobs after I graduated college was either real estate or banking, but I chose banking because it was recommended by several people and it was stable. “It’s a guaranteed pay cheque.”

“Don’t abandon your dreams, but become prepared not just in terms of knowing information, but in your character.” As advised by his elders, Walter took the safe bet. “I took the safe way out and it did prove beneficial in that I was able to get some very good experience in mortgage financing and it’s also where I met my wife.” A few days into that job, he realised his mistake after seeing a real estate infomercial, the glamour of which blew him away and solidified his eventual shift a year later. Seventeen years later Walter was merging Horton Realty with Regency Christie’s, a 200-year-old world renowned company. Sure, it may sound like a dream come true, but dreams are hard work. “In the beginning days on my own it was extremely challenging, and in some ways now it is still challenging. “The biggest challenge is that it’s commission based so you almost have to have a really large savings to carry yourself for the six months or maybe even a year before you start making money. “Also, when you sell a property in real estate it takes a while for you to actually get paid. I’ve had transactions where it took over a year to get paid.” Teaming up with Christie’s did make it easier for Walter to showcase his properties on an international level, which brought with it immense international recognition. “If someone comes down from the US and they see Christie’s they feel more comfortable so it has helped with exposing my properties internationally and also in helping me get clients.” Some of the properties Walter has been involved in are the Windsong Resort, West Caicos project before the financing for that fell through, the Somerset and a slew of others, all of which his involvement started from the ground up. Now Walter is involved in the biggest project to come to the Turks and Caicos Islands, the first ever 12 storey resort in the TCI - the Ritz

Carlton Resorts and Spa. It started when he was approached by the Desarrollos Group, through a consultant, while the group was finishing a project in Aruba. At the time, they had wanted to explore more countries in the Caribbean where they could build even more European style luxury hotels. “They contacted their consultant who was very familiar with the Turks and Caicos, and this was one of the islands on his shortlist that he would recommend to them.” That was around 2009, when the TCI’s Constitution was suspended and the territory was going through the beginning stages of the Sir Robin Auld Commission of Inquiry. “No one really knew which direction things were going to go in, so it was a very risky time to invest, but I was able to convince them to I told them that this process is sort of a segue and that it would lead to something better. “The advantage of buying at that time was that prices were better, because there was nothing happening, it was really and truly a buyers’ market back then. “So they took the risk and they were able to acquire that property in Grace Bay and start the process for development.” Like many others in his field, Walter cites the close proximity to the USA, the TCI’s unspoiled beauty which is rife with potential, the trendiness of “vacationing in the Turks and Caicos Islands” for tourists around the world, the use of the US currency and a stable government, as some of the things that are attracting investors to the TCI. JW MARRIOTT TO RITZ CARLTON In February 2014, owners of the Venezuelan group Desarrollos met with former governor Peter Beckingham, to discuss plans to develop hotels in Grace Bay, including one for JW Marriott.

Walter Gardiner Jr, partner and broker at Regency-Christie’s International Real Estate

Later that year, plans shifted and the group decided on Ritz Carlton. Walter explains the shift. “When the developers bought the property their full intention was to get a Ritz Carlton, they like to deal with luxury…however the Ritz Carlton had already been committed to go to West Caicos so the brand was not available. “Then the purchasers who acquired the West Caicos project decided that they wanted to change the whole layout of the property. “They wanted to do more homes which costs in excess of over ten million dollars versus selling condos for three to five million dollars, so they told the Ritz Carlton brand that they were no longer interested and they parted ways. “The following day Ritz Carlton was talking with the Desarrollos developers.” That was not an easy road to travel, however, as the hotel development became ensnared in a years long legal fight between the government, two local hotels and environmental groups on the islands. But on February 26, 2018, the ground at the Grace Bay site was finally broken. Just days after breaking ground at the beach front property, construction workers began to work on building the foundation for the hotel infrastructure. The entire construction, as previously reported, will take three years to complete. ENCOURAGING WORDS As for any encouragement Walter has for the youth of the Turks and Caicos Islands in pursuing their dreams, he first advised them to find God. “Seek God and become a Christian, get involved in church because that has really been the thing that has given me the edge, honestly. “Nothing that I have done I can take full credit for it, it’s because of my faith and I always try to do the honourable thing with integrity. “Number two, you have to work hard, you have to work consistently hard, it wouldn’t happen overnight.” Walter believes that success is intentional. “I made up my mind a long time

ago when I first got in the real estate business that I had a few things against me - the first thing is that I was very young, I was about 20 and no one took me seriously. “The other strike against me was that I had no experience, and I hate to say it but the third strike against me was that I was local.” But he did not let these obstacles stop him, facing them head on by working hard, studying and committing himself to being successful. “I was not going to quit.” However, while his personal choices and path have led him to success, Walter cautioned youths who are as anxious as he was to become their own bosses, that the road to success is not the same for everyone. “I would never say to abandon your dreams - but there are many people who are just trying to jump right to the top. “So, while you shouldn’t abandon your dreams, you should become prepared not just in terms of knowing information, but in your character. “I believe that all those things that happen to you on a job, they are the things that train you to put yourself in a position to do that job on your own. “Anyone who owns a business, they can tell you, it’s like raising a child, you have to give a lot of attention, you have to pump a lot of money into it and you have to wait a good while before you see that return.” Walter is also urging youths not to give up their ‘sense of entitlement’, which many have accused TCI youth of having. Rather, he is advising them to combine that feeling with the skills, knowledge and abilities to grab hold of the opportunities that abound in the TCI. “When I got in the business there were very, very few locals, maybe three or four. It was dominated by Canadian expats, and while that is still the situation today, I believe that locals who want to get into the industry can learn from these same people.” Take these opportunities and learn from them, he advised.

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Minister of Health Hon Edwin Astwood, Deputy Governor Anya Williams and Minister of Tourism Hon Ralph Higgs exchange commemorative plaques with the ship’s captain and Carnival executive officials

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Carnival Horizon carries a crew of 1,450 and nearly 5,000 passengers

Carnival’s largest cruise ship docks in Grand Turk BY OLIVIA ROSE CARNIVAL Cruise Line’s largest

cruise ship Carnival Horizon docked in Grand Turk on Thursday, May 31, as it wrapped up its 13 day maiden

NIB to introduce governance guidelines A MANUAL is being created for the National Insurance Board (NIB) which will provide clear processes and principles for governing the institution. Canadian consulting firm Morneau Shepell is putting together the document which is expected to be adopted later this year. According to acting CEO Rhesa Cartwright the board and management undertook the initiative to strengthen the NIB’s governance framework “The objective of the exercise is to develop a policy manual with properly established guiding principles and sound corporate governance processes to guide the conduct of the business of the board,” she said in a statement on May 31. The manual will clarify the role of the board of directors in controlling and monitoring performance across the institution. It will also define a more formal structure to empower managers to conduct business efficiently and effectively within clearly defined parameters and according to a commonly applied set of guiding principles. The crafting of the manual will take into consideration various bits of legislation including the National Insurance Ordinance and Regulations, the National Audit

voyage from Barcelona. The cruise line’s newest cruise ship has captivated thousands of guests including Minister of Tourism Hon Ralph Higgs, Deputy Governor Anya Williams and Minister of Health Hon Edwin Astwood who boarded the vessel to mark its first stop at Grand Turk Cruise Port. The delegation was met by Global Ports vice president Maria McKenzie and Luigi De Angelis, Caribbean government relations and ship’s captain. They participated in a tour of the ship and the customary exchange of commemorative plaques with the ship’s captain and Carnival executive officials. The flagship with a crew of

1,450 carries a maximum of nearly 5,000 passengers and has already made visits to European ports such as Dubrovnik, Malta and Corfu. Minister Higgs in a statement issued on Tuesday (June 5) said the future of the TCI as a destination looks promising. “My Government is committed to tourism expansion throughout the country and the cruise centre on Grand Turk. “We look forward to the continued partnership with Carnival Cruise Line and welcome the introduction of the wider Turks and Caicos to their guest.” It is anticipated that visitor arrivals to Grand Turk will surpass the one million mark once again this

year. Carnival Horizon is Carnival Cruise Line’s 26th ship. It offers a number of unique features including the first Dr Seuss-themed Water Works aqua park, the line’s first teppanyaki dining venue and IMAX theatre among other entertainment and activity options. The 13-day cruise kicked off the ship’s European season which ran until the end of May. Following its Mediterranean voyages, Carnival Horizon repositioned to New York for a summer schedule of four-day Bermuda and eight-day Caribbean cruises. Carnival Horizon carries 4,200 passengers on the 133,500 tonne vessel.

Acting CEO Rhesa Cartwright

Ordinance, the Public Finance Management Ordinance, the Public Procurement Ordinance, and the good governance principles as defined by the International Social Security Association. During the consultancy firm’s first visit for the project in early May, meetings were held with Premier, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, Minister with responsibility for National Insurance, the board of directors and the management team. NIB management has also embarked on an initiative to develop a risk management framework for the institution. Rhesa Cartwright said: “The board and management appreciates the importance of having a proper system in place to manage risk, including the identification and mitigation of various risk factors.” The risk management framework is also scheduled to be implemented in 2018.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson laying a wreath at the memorial site flanked by Hon Delroy Williams (left) and Assistant Superintendent Pascal Bacchus (right) CORRECTION: The man on the right is not Superintendent Don Grant as stated in last week’s newspaper. The Weekly News offers apologies for any inconvenience caused by the error.

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Integrated approach needed to create resilient cities BY OLIVIA ROSE STRENGTHENING the region’s ability to withstand natural disasters will require countries to restructure fiscal policies, fortify infrastructure and implement psychosocial programmes. This is according to governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Timothy Antoine. Antoine was at the time speaking at a seminar on ‘Building resilient cities’, which was held as part of the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) 48th Board of Governors Annual Meeting hosted in Grenada from May 30 to 31. The ECCB governor stressed that resilience requires countries to be able to “withstand, adapt and rapidly recover” from events and shocks. This, he said, will require a holistic approach. Antoine noted that one of the key tenets of this approach includes building fiscal and debt resilience. “It is the worst possible time after a hurricane to be trying to restructure or renegotiate debt. “The precious resources in the Ministry of Finance have to be focused on rebuilding,” he said. The governor called for the introduction of “state-contingent debt instruments” to build debt resilience. These instruments link debtservice payments to a country’s capacity to pay, which is further linked to qualifying events such as

natural disasters. In the event of a natural hazard, debt payments are automatically reduced or paused. He said: “For a qualifying event disaster of a certain magnitude, there will be a stand-still, such that it will not constitute a default. “And that will of course allow the country to have much needed liquidity and begin the recovery process without the need for a default event.” However, he noted that fiscal and debt resilience is just one tenet of the holistic approach. “We have to invest in terms of building resilient cities, building resilient communities, in psychosocial infrastructure. “And we have to make sure that infrastructure is in place and can be deployed very rapidly in the event of a disaster,” said Antoine. Also weighing in on how countries could build more disaster-resilient cities, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson said a participatory approach is necessary. “In order for any policy initiative to work there has to be buy-in from the individual. “The greatest challenge of course is for the minds of Caribbean persons to appreciate disasters are here with us.” Cartwright Robinson, underscored the need to educate stakeholders on how to better prepare, given the increasing frequency of hurricanes. The seminar provided attendees

Timothy Antoine, governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank delivers his keynote presentation

Panellist Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson makes a point during the seminar on Building Resilient Cities

with a preview of CDB’s upcoming Urban Sector Policy and Operational Guidelines and brought together experts to discuss solutions to, and progress made in addressing the region’s urban sector challenges. BOUNCING BACK CDB president Dr Wm Warren Smith in his opening statement also encouraged regional leaders to work proactively to address the region’s vulnerabilities, and support resilience-building, energy, agriculture and air transport sectors. He shared perspectives on resilience, examined regional success stories and lessons learned, and pointed to opportunities for the Caribbean to triumph over recent setbacks - including the impacts of

TCI to celebrate Queen’s official birthday on June 16 THE TURKS and Caicos Islands will once again celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s official birthday on Saturday, June 16. The annual celebrations will be held at the Parade Ground in Grand Turk from 5pm and will feature the time-honoured uniformed parade. Celebrations will be carried live on Radio Turks and Caicos, according to a Government statement on Monday (June 4). Governor John Freeman said: “I hope as many people as possible will be able to join in this event to

mark the official birthday of Her Majesty The Queen. “It is for families as well as others. Do come and enjoy the celebrations.” The parade will feature participants from an array uniformed groups including the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF), HM Prison Service, customs and immigration officials, the ExServicemen Legion, the Cadet Corps, Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, Rainbow’s and students from the Islands’ schools - all led by the

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RTCIPF band. Following the parade, the governor will present long service awards to key members of the uniformed services in recognition of their 18, 25 or 30 years of dedication and service to the Crown. The award ceremony will last about 60 minutes and will conclude with a royal salute taken by the governor. The Governor’s Office will provide the customary refreshments to all participating in the parade.

the 2017 Atlantic hurricane season. “Our region has had to cope with countless natural disasters and other shocks throughout its history. “And we have demonstrated repeatedly our ability to bounce back from such disastrous events. “However, our responses have been largely reactionary; and the cost of responding has been rising steadily, undermining other efforts to get onto a sustainable development platform,” the president added. Smith urged regional leaders to climate-proof their countries’ energy systems and invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency to build

economic resilience. In addition, he highlighted opportunities that technological advances and price reductions in renewables present. “Taking advantage of these opportunities, as well as the widescale adoption of energy-efficiency measures, will assist in laying the basis for economic resilience through reductions in the public sector’s expenditure on energy; strengthening the fiscal balance; reducing borrowing requirements; and, as a consequence, reducing the pressure on countries’ foreign reserves,” Smith said.

Learn to swim this Saturday CHILDREN and adults are invited to improve their swimming skills at a free session this Saturday (June 9). The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) and the Turks and Caicos Swim Federation are celebrating World Oceans Day with the ‘Learn to Swim’ initiative. The fourth annual event will for the first time this year accommodate both children and adults who would like to learn basic swimming skills. The initiative will be held at the Bight Kids Park, Lower Bight Road, Providenciales, from 9am to 12pm.

It is open to anyone who would like to feel safer in the water, however spaces are limited and registration is required to book a spot. Children between the ages of 12 and 17-years-old will kick off the session at 9am. The adult session (anyone older than 18) will be running from 10.30am to 12pm. Participants are asked to wear appropriate clothes to swim in, bring water, a towel and a can-do attitude. More information and details on how to register are available from Amy Avenant on 338-4176 or avenant.amy@gmail.com

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Visiting vet Dr Randi Adams performs animal surgeries at TSCPA Provo impromptu clinic

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Happy pups get ready for their check up at the clinic

Impromptu TCSPCA Provo clinic a success INCLEMENT weather over the past several weeks has prevented the hosting of the annual South Caicos TCSPCA spay/neuter clinic, The clinic was planned for midMay, but mother nature did not cooperate this year, as high winds and rough seas prevented the barge from making its regular stop on that island.

As such the clinic had to be cancelled, executive director Susan Blehr told the Weekly News this week. The clinic, which has been hosted in the sister island since 2011, will instead take place in mid-August, weather permitting. However, the doctors and other volunteers who were already packed

UK clerk to share knowledge of good practise A CLERK from the States of Jersey Assembly joined the TCI Public Accounts Committee (PAC) for a weeklong attachment this week. The visit which began on May 29 and concluded on Friday (June 8) is part of the UK Overseas Territories Project, a Government press release on Tuesday (June 5) said. Hon Akierra Missick, chair of the Turks and Caicos PAC, said: “We anticipate this short term bespoke assistance will have a long term beneficial impact on the effectiveness of the PAC by providing tailored support to the clerk and the PAC more broadly.” During the attachment Caro Tomlinson from the States of Jersey Assembly partnered with the PAC chair and clerk to the Turks and Caicos House of Assembly to help develop its upcoming work plan, inquiry and committee management processes. Tomlinson said: “This is a great opportunity to share information and knowledge

about good practise in public accounts committees across smaller jurisdictions. “I welcome the opportunity to share my expertise gained through working at the States of Jersey Assembly and hope to also further my understanding of the Turks and Caicos PAC, including how it can maximise effectiveness with limited resources. “I hope we can maintain a good working relationship beyond my short visit, based on co-operation, shared values and a commitment to effective scrutiny.” Since its launch in March 2017, the TCI has engaged with the UK Overseas Territories Project through e-workshops for external audit staff, attendance at the 2017 Westminster Workshop for the PAC chair and the performance audit workshop in Miami in April 2018. The three-year project on public financial oversight is delivered by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK, the UK National Audit Office and the Government Internal Audit Agency.

and ready for the visit, poured their energies and resources into putting on an impromptu clinic in Providenciales. “The iconic TCSPCA Animal Bus was packed and loaded with surgical equipment to be barged over to South,” Blehr said, “plan B was quickly put in place because the visiting volunteer vet for the clinic was already on her way to Provo from the States.” The van was then unloaded and the equipment set up in their Providenciales clinic and pet owners who were already on the waiting list were called and appointments were made. This led to an impromptu five-day clinic, which the director said was fully booked within hours. “This feat was accomplished by a handful of hardworking TCSPCA volunteers, in less than 24 hours. “These amazing volunteers set

about the task of organising the clinic to make sure that Dr Randi Adams, the visiting volunteer vet from Spay/ Nation clinic based in Baton Rouge, was kept very busy for five days.” She added: “Dr Randi worked tirelessly throughout the clinic and her efforts resulted in a total of 51 surgeries including 10 dog spays, 21 dog neuters, 10 cat spays and 10 cat neuters, and numerous wellness checks were also done. “It was a very successful and spontaneous week in the Provo clinic.” The executive director thanked all responsible pet owners for making appointments to have their animals sterilised. She also thanked the government veterinarian Dr Shelley Bridgewater, who has been very supportive of the ongoing collaboration between the Department of Agriculture and the TCSPCA to provide low cost spay/

neuter surgeries for owned dogs and cats throughout the TCI, especially on the family islands where no regular vet care exists. “Special thanks to Karen Whitt, from the Hartling Group, for arranging accommodation for Dr Randi Adams at a moment’s notice. “Also special thanks to Isabelle Martin, owner of Mango Reef, for hosting a volunteers’ appreciation night to celebrate the success of the clinic. “Last, but never least, thank you and kudos to our TCSPCA volunteers, who worked very long hours to make this clinic such a success.” The annual visits to the sister islands have proven to be a vital part in controlling the dog and cat populations. During the past seven years of clinics, 342 animals have been sterilised of which 224 were dogs, the director stated.

National Trust gets $5,000 for bird conservation THE TURKS and Caicos National Trust has received a donation of $5,000 towards bird conservation in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The donation was made by Patricia Bradley, widow of former governor Michael Bradley who served as head of state from 1986 to 1993. The funds are earmarked to underwrite costs for production of informative materials that would promote bird conservation through the work of the TCI National Trust. Bradley is an avid ornithologist

and has authored articles and books on birding, one being the Official Bird Checklist of the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to a Government press release on Monday (June 4). Being part of the global conservation movement, the TCI National Trust engages in various exercises along with international and national scientists to promote bird conservation education, such as species count and habitat monitoring. The statement read: “The trust is very grateful for this gift from Mrs Bradley and has identified the

Bird Rock Point Heritage Fields as the point of focus for the upcoming project.” Bird Rock Point is habitat for nesting white-tailed tropic birds and feeding grounds for many other species such as black-necked stilts, reddish egrets, white-cheeked pintails, green herons, lesser yellowlegs and much more. More information about conservation efforts at Bird Rock Point is available from the Turks and Caicos National Trust on 941-5710 or via e-mail at info@tcnationaltrust. org

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Protestors in the US have demanded an easing of environmental restrictions.

Carbon ‘bubble’ could cost global economy trillions A RAPID reduction in demand for fossil fuels could see global economic losses of $1-4 trillion by 2035 according to a new report. Energy efficiency and low carbon technology could cause the downturn, even if governments fail to take new steps to meet the Paris climate goals. The resulting “carbon bubble” could cause losses larger than the 2008 financial crisis, the authors say. The US and Canada would be the biggest losers, the study finds. According to the International Energy Agency (IES), the world invested around $700bn in oil, gas and coal in 2016. While there has been a growing movement for divesting from shares in fossil fuel companies in recent years, the sector still accounts for 6% of global stock markets and 12% in the UK. Research has often focussed on how these investments would be affected if the world takes new action to limit the global rise in temperatures to well under 2C as agreed in Paris in 2015. One recent study found that 20% of the world’s power plant capacity could become “stranded assets” if the Paris goal was met. But this new report looks at the impact of low carbon technology in renewable energy, the electrification of transport and greater efficiency in fuel use, on demand for fossil fuel irrespective of whether new climate policies are adopted or not. They also include the impact of a rapid sell off, of oil and gas reserves by producing countries eager to get rid of the fuels before they become worthless. The authors say that by 2035, $1 trillion dollars could be wiped off the global economy if no new actions to limit warming to less than 2 degrees are taken. This could rise to $4 trillion if new policies to restrict emissions further are set. “You don’t need to have anything for the stranding to happen, because what has already been done in the past is driving this phenomenon,” Prof Jorge Viñuales, study co-author

from Cambridge University, told BBC News. “Many investors don’t take the carbon bubble seriously, they say that climate policies won’t be adopted, and if they are adopted they won’t be tough and even if they are tough they won’t be adopted anytime soon - what we are saying is, that doesn’t matter.” The authors say that while there will be some significant losers, the overall impact on global GDP will likely be balanced with countries like Japan, China and the EU seeing employment grow along with their economies as their imports of fossil fuels will become much cheaper. “It is potentially catastrophic for high cost producers,” said Prof Jorge Viñuales. “The US will suffer in all events, the same for Russia and Canada they could improve their situation by moving away from investment in fossil fuels and trying to develop renewable energy.” Some scientists and investors believe that fossil fuels will continue to play a significant role and stranded assets can be avoided if technologies such as carbon capture and storage (CCS) can be developed and deployed. Other experts say this is a risky assumption. “Many models assume that CCS will become cost competitive at some point, meaning that fossil fuels could still make up a part of a lowcarbon energy mix - however it’s not clear that the technology will ever become cost-competitive without a significant increase in current levels of investment,” said Sini Matikainen, policy analyst at the Grantham Research Institute, who wasn’t involved in the study. “The authors also use a 2 degree scenario, so under the lower, more ambitious 1.5 degree target of the Paris Agreement, the losses from stranded assets could potentially be even larger than this paper suggests.” Other observers point out that in some parts of the world, the move away from fossil fuels has happened already. (BBC)

Yellow elder YELLOW elder grows as a densely branched shrub or small tree. It has bright green opposite leaves which are pinnately compound. Common yellow elder (Tecoma stans var stans) is a Central and South American tree that can grow up to 25 feet, but in the TCI it will be around 12 to 15 feet. It has bright yellow flowers and dense, lushly green foliage that is evergreen. Common names include yellow trumpet bush, yellow bells, yellow elder and ginger Thomas. Tecoma stans comes from desert shrub lands and dry forests in the region from Texas and Arizona southward to Argentina. It has become established in many parts of the Pacific and is naturalising in the Turks and Caicos Islands. In some places, it invades dry disturbed sites. Yellow elder will grow on a wide variety of soils, including sand and lime rock. The plants can be cut to the ground for rejuvenation in the early spring or carefully sheared during the growing season to control shape and size and promote new flushes of flowers. The flowers attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The yellow elder needs full sun and likes well drained soil. Potted plants should be given minimal water when not in active growth. Fresh seeds germinate readily in sandy soil in the spring. Cuttings root easily under mist in the summer. Choose vigorous young semi-woody branch tips and not old woody stems or fresh green shoots.

Yellow elder may have a rather awkward shape, so it is best set among more consistent shrubs where it can contribute colour to a border or screen. The yellow blooms are spectacular behind blue agave or a lower hedge of bougainvillea. Since this species drops its abundant blossoms before they wither, it can advantageously be placed where the fallen blossoms will form a pool of gold on the ground. Yellow elder has been used for a variety of purposes in herbal medicine. Its primary applications have been in treating diabetes and digestive problems. Extracts from Tecoma stans leaves have been found to inhibit the growth of the yeast infection, Candida albicans. Yellow elder also contains several compounds noted for their catnip-like effects on felines. It is just beginning to get the horticultural recognition it deserves. This is an easy to grow and gloriously floriferous plant that has great potential in the nursery industry. The yellow elder is the official flower of the US Virgin Islands, where its cheerful yellow blossoms have long been appreciated for their contribution to tropical colour. In the TCI it seems only moderately invasive, but readily establishes naturalised colonies on some parts of the Islands. Notice that it has become a serious problem in French Polynesia, where it forms dense stands that inhibit regeneration of other plant species.

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First UK womb transplant ‘by end of 2018’

A new study led by researchers at the University of Wisconsin – Madison reveals that ancient Earth had much shorter days, and the 24-hour days that we experience in modern times come courtesy of the Moon.

Earth’s days used to be just 18 hours long, but the Moon changed that IF you’ve ever felt like there just aren’t enough hours in the day just be glad that you didn’t live on Earth 1.4 billion years ago. A new study led by researchers at the University of Wisconsin – Madison reveals that ancient Earth had much shorter days, and the 24-hour days that we experience in modern times come courtesy of the Moon. The study, which was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, describes how the researchers created a method to rewind Earth’s clock by hundreds of millions of years. The system allowed the team to paint

a rough picture of what a day on Earth might have been like over a billion years in the past, and better explain the evidence of climate shifts that have been observed in ancient rocks. Earth’s Moon is currently moving away from us at an extremely slow rate, just shy of 4 centimeters per year. As the Moon gets farther away, it slows down Earth’s rotation, and working backwards from the present day the researchers determined that around 1.4 billion years ago the Moon would have been close enough that a day on our planet would have lasted just 18 hours.

THE surgeon planning to do the first womb transplant in the UK says he hopes to carry out the first operations “before the end of 2018”. Mr Richard Smith, clinical lead at the charity Womb Transplant UK, also said that they plan to use living donors. In 2015, approval was given for 10 womb transplants in the UK, but these were from deceased donors, whose hearts are still beating. Now the team plans to use both live and cadaveric donors. Mr Smith, a consultant gynaecologist at Queen Charlotte’s and Chelsea Hospital in London, said this was because the procedure to retrieve a womb from a living donor was now simpler and safer, with the surgery time cut from 12 to four hours. Around 750 women in the UK have approached the team to enquire about transplantation. Womb Transplant UK says it has enough funds to pay for three transplants but will need hundreds of thousands of pounds more to complete a total of 15 transplants - five of these with living, related donors. Around 6,000 women in the UK were born without a womb, while others lose their uterus to cancer. At present, their only chance of having a genetically-related child is through surrogacy. A global review of womb transplants has found that the procedure is a “major advance” but requires strictly controlled clinical

Around 750 women in the UK have approached the team to enquire about transplantation.

trials. Writing in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, a team of doctors in Japan said while womb transplants offer “great hope” for women born without a uterus, the practice is still experimental. Womb transplants have been carried out in 10 countries: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Sweden, US, China, Czech Republic, Brazil, Germany, Serbia and India. 2014 - woman in Gothenburg, Sweden gives birth to a baby boy using a transplanted womb in world first. The 36-year-old mother received the donated womb from a friend in her 60s 2017 - woman in Dallas, Texas gives birth to a baby, in the first

successful procedure in the US 42 women worldwide have received transplanted wombs 11 babies have been born, eight of them in Sweden The paper is the first global review of womb transplantation. It says surgical risk is the major concern due to the difficulty of obtaining the uterine veins which run along the pelvic floor. In a trial in Sweden involving nine patients, the average time to remove the uterus from a living donor was 11.5 hours, with 4.5 hours for the recipient surgery. A team in China reduced the time of living donor organ retrieval to six hours using robot-assisted surgery, and the ovarian vein as an alternative to the uterine veins. (BBC)

Key ‘step forward’ in cutting cost of removing CO2 from air A CANADIAN company, backed by Bill Gates, says it has reached an important threshold in developing technology that can remove CO2 from the air. Carbon Engineering has published a peer-reviewed study showing that they can capture carbon for under $100 dollars a tonne. This would be a major advance on the current price of around $600 per tonne. The company says their immediate goal is to produce synthetic liquid fuels made from carbon and renewable energy. Technological “fixes” to the carbon emissions driving climate change have always been regarded with some suspicion by scientists. Plans to build solar shields in space or to seed the seas with materials to soak up carbon have been seen as dangerous and a distraction to the more mundane but difficult task of getting people to cut their emissions. However, plans to capture CO2 directly from the air have been regarded as somewhat more substantial - essentially mirroring the

actions of trees. The idea was first developed by a scientist called Klaus Lackner in the mid 1990s and since then a small number of technology companies have built expensive prototypes of carbon removing devices. Last year, a Swiss company called Climeworks unveiled a direct air capture installation that extracted carbon and supplied it to a neighbouring greenhouse to fertilise tomatoes and cucumbers. Now, Canadian firm Carbon Engineering say they have taken a big step forward on cutting the costs of direct air extraction. Set up in 2009 with funding from Microsoft’s Bill Gates and Canada oil sands financier Norman Murray Edwards, their pilot plant has been running since 2015, capturing about one tonne of CO2 per day. The process works by sucking air into a modified cooling tower with fans, where it comes into contact with a liquid that reacts with the CO2. After several processing steps, a purer stream of CO2 is extracted and

An artist’s impression of how a future extraction system might look.

the capturing liquid is returned to the air contactor. A previous study carried out by the American Physical Society in 2011 suggested that the cost per

tonne of direct air capture would be around $600. But Carbon Engineering say that by adapting existing technologies they have been able to slash this significantly.

“This is a real step forward, and it’s not just our company saying it,” Prof David Keith from Harvard University, and a founder of Carbon Engineering told BBC News.

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Bahamas: 500 remain in shanty towns ahead of demolition AS the July 31 eviction deadline approaches, some 500 residents are believed to remain in shanty towns set for demolition in the capital, The Tribune was told. Meanwhile, Labour Minister Dion Foulkes on Tuesday confirmed the government was on track with its eviction deadline for shanty town residents. Haitian Pastors League President Dr Jean Paul Charles told The Tribune about half of the residents in the ten shanty towns surveyed by the government have relocated, but there was still a sizeable population that remained who would likely need assistance. “A good number of them have already moved out and found another place to rent,” he said. “But there are some people still in the village, and we encourage them and we tell them they have to move out. “It does seem at this time the government is not willing to do anything, they said they would, but nothing yet. We also formed a committee but it’s only so much we can do ourselves, it’s too heavy for the church to carry.” Dr Charles said: “Around 500 (remain), I don’t want to say all of them need assistance but the majority of those that stay, they are unable to get another place. Some of them are (able to move), you know some people will try to stay to see what will happen as they’ve been living there for so long.” Dr Charles told The Tribune his group continues to visit shanty towns

A demolished property at the Hamster Road shanty town in New Providence.

to advise people of the deadline and provide assistance. “The way of living there is not humane, but I think Bahamian people have compassion to help people move out to live in a better condition,” he said, adding the league has made suggestions to the government to render assistance to displaced shanty town residents; however, there has been no commitment to offer rental assistance. “If they can help them maybe pay a couple months for them, or first and last so they can get set up. That’s what we are asking the government,” Dr Charles said. “We said that before but the minister for labour said he would look into it but they will try.” When the July 31 deadline was

announced, human rights group Rights Bahamas said it now had evidence to take “constitutional action” against the government over the timeline mandating the eviction of shanty town residents, arguing the decision was discriminatory. At the time, RB president Stephanie St Fleur branded the move “ethnic cleansing” saying it contravened certain articles of the Bahamas Constitution. On Tuesday, Ms St Fleur said the groups’ concerns over the eviction timeline remain. Ms St Fleur said: “The basic concern is those who aren’t employed, then some of mothers said they were looking for places but no places want to rent to persons with more than two young kids.

Forecasters lower predictions as hurricane season begins FORECASTERS from the Colorado State University (CSU) issued a revised outlook, lowering their predictions of the 2018 Atlantic hurricane season and suggesting it may be an average season. They are now expecting 14 named storms and six hurricanes, with two of those being major, slightly off from their previous outlook which indicated there would be 14 named storms, sev 0en hurricanes and three major hurricanes. The forecasters, led by Phil Klotzbach, said there is a 41 per cent probability of at least one major hurricane tracking into the Caribbean. “We have decreased our forecast and now believe that 2018 will have approximately average activity,” the team said. “We anticipate a near-average probability for major hurricanes making landfall along the United States coastline and in the

Hurricane season runs until November 30.

Caribbean. As is the case with all hurricane seasons, coastal residents are reminded that it only takes one hurricane making landfall to make it an active season for them. They should prepare the same for every season, regardless of how much activity is predicted.” Before the official start of the

season, Alberto formed as the first storm, causing the deaths of at least four people in Cuba, caused widespread flooding and infrastructural damage in the Spanish-speaking Caribbean nation, and left many communities cut off and tens of thousands of people without electricity. (Caribbean360)

President of the Christian Council, Bishop Delton Fernander, called on the PM to remember his previous opinion on VAT. (Tribune Staff pic)

Bahamas Christian Council wants rethink on tax increase BAHAMAS Christian Council President Delton Fernander wants Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis to remember his past lamentations about value added tax and to reconsider his government’s intention to increase VAT’s rate by 60 percent next month. At one point, Dr Minnis in 2014 called on the church to protect Bahamians against VAT, one of many indications of his opposition to what he called an “anti-middle class” and “pro poverty” measure. “I call on him to consider his own words,” Mr Fernander said on Tuesday. “This is the church now speaking on behalf of the vulnerable of society to realise that this is going to be onerous on those who can least support it now.” Dr Minnis and his party’s past views about VAT have fueled resentment among Bahamians. Mr Fernander said: “I saw an interview, he kind of indicated that stances change when you get in the chair and you see what the mindset was of the previous administration. But for most of us we would kind of hold politicians to a level where before they push agendas, they should be sure what their words stand for. “It is our hope,” he continued, “that the uproar will cause them to revisit their decision because we weren’t consulted on the front-end as opposed to when we first introduced VAT to the country and it is really, really going to be a challenge for the poor of our country and the middle class and at this time I don’t know if it’s the right time to do it.” Mr Fernander said the administration’s desire to fix the fiscal affairs of the country is understandable but paying bills should not be the government’s foremost priority. “I sat on the consultation committee with the New Zealand consultants and I have a good idea why 15 percent was being

considered at the time,” he said. “We needed to move towards an increase but I would use (the prime minister’s) own statements which is that we can’t tax our way out of this situation. Creativity is necessary. We might get the desired result in terms of reduced deficits but we might have a frustrated citizenry. You must keep the economy growing and expanding in a way that makes life palatable for those of us in our society. If you wipe out all your debt and people can’t eat today, it doesn’t accomplish what you intended.” Mr Fernander criticised the lack of consultation that preceded Deputy Prime Minister Peter Turnquest’s announcement of the VAT hike last week. The finance minister has said governments around the world shield their revenue measures to avoid influencing consumer behaviours. He said it is conceivable there could be a “run on the bank” if people, anticipating a tax hike, rush to capitalise on the lower tax rate. In response, Mr Fernander said: “The volume of spending that would have to take place before they approve the budget would have had to be massive for it to have a major effect. While what he said may be the reality, that kind of movement in the market would be unlikely.” As for how Bahamians could now cope with VAT’s rate rise, Archdeacon James Palacious, vicepresident of the BCC, said lifestyle changes are critical. “We need to find different ways to save money, not to spend more money than we need to,” Mr Palacious said. “We don’t got to buy things we don’t need to impress people we don’t like. We need to buckle down, be more thrifty, waste less and find cooperative ways of purchasing things. People in the same households must combine their resources and buy things wholesale, for instance.”

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Bermuda’s Chief Justice rules that same-sex couples be given back the right to marry

Venezuela’s Foreign Minister Jorge Arreaza, seen here at the OAS General Assembly, says the resolution will enable the US to continue its economic war on Venezuela. (Photo credit: Juan Manuel Herrera/OAS)

The Bahamas and Jamaica among states in favour of suspending Venezuela from OAS CARIBBEAN Community (CARICOM) countries were split yesterday, when the Organization of American States (OAS) voted to pass a resolution that can initiate the process of Venezuela’s suspension from the organization. The General Assembly voted with 19 member states in favour – including The Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana and Jamaica; four against – including Dominica and St Vincent and the Grenadines; and Belize, Grenada, Haiti, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago among 11 abstaining. The resolution vote called for an extraordinary assembly to decide on whether or not to suspend Venezuela. Venezuela rejected the OAS Assembly’s decision, with Foreign Minister Jorge Arreaza saying it would enable the United States to

continue its economic war against the socialist country. “Those that have supported this are supporting the possibility of a military intervention in Venezuela. Let that be on your conscious,” he said. The vote comes on the heels of President Nicolas Maduro’s widely condemned re-election last month. Maduro won a May 20 vote that the Venezuelan opposition, along with the United States and other Latin American nations, have decried as a sham cementing a dictatorship which has devastated a once-prosperous economy. “I’m glad we are recognising that democracy matters. We will not recognise illegitimate governments,” Carlos Trujillo, the US representative to the OAS, told the assembly after the vote.

Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the OAS, Sir Ronald Sanders (left) hands over the Instrument of Ratification to Secretary-General Luis Almagro (right).

Antigua and Barbuda first in Caribbean to ratify convention against racism and intolerance Antigua and Barbuda is now the first Caribbean country and the third nation in the Western Hemisphere to ratify the Inter-American Convention against Racism, Racial Discrimination and Related Forms of Intolerance. The Instrument of Ratification,

signed by Prime Minister Gaston Browne, was presented by Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the Organization of American States (OAS), Sir Ronald Sanders, to Secretary-General Luis Almagro at a ceremony at the OAS headquarters in Washington, DC this morning.

FIRST the court gave the green light for same-sex marriages in Bermuda, then Parliament overturned it, and this morning the island’s Chief Justice ruled that gay couples should get back the right to wed. In a ruling handed down this morning, Chief Justice Ian Kawaley ruled that the Domestic Partnership Act (DPA) which rescinded marriage rights to same-sex couples was unconstitutional. He said the law was “inconsistent with provisions in the Constitution which give the right to freedom of conscience and creed”. “Persons who passionately believe that same-sex marriages should not take place for religious or cultural reasons are entitled to have those beliefs respected and protected by law,” Justice Kawaley said. “But, in return for the law protecting their own beliefs, they cannot require the law to deprive persons who believe in samesex marriage of respect and legal protection for their opposing beliefs.” However, the ruling will not take effect immediately. The Chief Justice agreed to an application by the Attorney-General for a six-week stay to allow the Government to decide whether to appeal. His decision was handed down in a challenge, brought by gay

The lawyers and applicants after the court decision. (Photo credit: Bernews)

Bermudians Rod Ferguson and Maryellen Jackson and the charity OUTBermuda, to the constitutional aspects of the law which was passed in December last year and took effect on June 1, revoking the right of gay couples to marry and offering them, as well as heterosexual couples, the option of a legally-recognized civil union.. The legislation had actually been passed to overturn a High Court decision that paved the way for gay marriage in the British Overseas Territory, in a case brought by Bermudian Winston Godwin and his

Canadian partner Greg DeRoche. Mark Pettingill, who represented Godwin and DeRoche in the previous challenge, as well as Ferguson in this latest challenge, was not pleased about the six-week stay but he told the Royal Gazette newspaper that was thrilled about the judgment. “Allowing same-sex couples to marry doesn’t hurt anybody else. The judgment reflects that we can live in harmony and have significant differences of opinion. It demonstrates that we have an excellent judicial process,” he said. (Caribbean360)

Referendum on decriminalising marijuana on the cards for Barbados BARBADIANS will be consulted on the issue decriminalising marijuana and implementing fixed election dates and term limits for Prime Ministers under the new government. That was one of the disclosures made by Governor General Dame Sandra Mason as she delivered the Throne Speech on Tuesday, at the start of the new parliamentary term. Outlining the priorities of the new Barbados Labour Party (BLP) government which was swept into power on May 24 with a 30-nil victory – since reduced to 29-1 with Reverend Joseph Atherley crossing the floor and becoming Opposition Leader – Dame Sandra said there would be consultation on major issues to give citizens a greater say in what is going on in their country. “My Government will pursue every avenue to ensure that all Barbadians and residents are informed and active partners in the process of transformational nation building,” she said. While the previous Democratic Labour Party administration was adamant there would be no decriminalization of marijuana, the

Governor General Dame Sandra Mason delivering the Throne Speech at the State Opening of Parliament in the Senate Chamber. (Photo credit: B.Hinds/BGIS)

incoming government has indicated it will let the people decide on that. “My Government will consult with Barbadians on major national issues, such as the decriminalization of recreational marijuana and the question of Parliamentary Reform, including fixed dates for elections and term limits for Prime Ministers,” Dame Sandra said.

“After a period of public education, debate and consultation my Government will hold a referendum on the decriminalization of recreational marijuana; in the interim however, we follow the science accept the benefits of medical marijuana in treating a multiplicity of complaints. We will regulate to facilitate its availability to those in need.”

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Trade clash: EU to hit US with $3.3 billion in tariffs next month THE European Union’s plan to impose tariffs on roughly €2.8 billion ($3.3 billion) worth of American goods will go into effect in early July, the European Commission said Wednesday. The duties aim to punch back at the United States after the Trump administration last week moved forward with hefty import taxes on steel and aluminum on some of its closest allies, including Canada, Mexico and the 28-nation European Union. All three have announced retaliatory measures. EU officials last week lodged a formal complaint with the World Trade Organization. The stakes in a trade war are high: The United States and the European Union trade just over €1 trillion ($1.2 trillion) in goods and services each year. The EU’s retaliatory tariffs were expected. When the Trump administration first floated the idea of steel and aluminum tariffs in March, the European Union delineated exactly which American goods it planned to hit back at if Washington moved forward. They include denim, orange juice, bourbon, motorcycles, peanut butter, motor boats and cigarettes. And if the trade dispute continues or is not resolved by the WTO, a second batch of American exports worth around €3.7 billion ($4.3 billion) a year could eventually be

A number of items, including US made orange juice, are expected to hit with taxes.

targeted. The list includes roughly 160 products such as US sunbeds, paper towels, corduroy pants and porcelain tableware that could face EU tariffs between 10% to 50%. Those tariffs could go into effect “in three years’ time or after a positive finding in WTO dispute settlement if that should come sooner,” according to the EU statement. Officials say the total value of goods targeted is a dollar for dollar response to US tariffs. In a statement, EU trade commissioner Cecilia Malmström

called the United States’ decision to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum exports “unilateral and illegal.” “What’s more, the EU’s reaction is fully in line with international trade law. We regret that the United States left us with no other option than to safeguard EU interests,” she said. Industry experts have warned that EU retaliation could encourage the Trump administration to strike back with more trade barriers on items like European cars. That could spark another round of escalation.

Giuliani: Kim Jong Un ‘begged’ for summit to be rescheduled NORTH Korean leader Kim Jong Un “begged” US President Donald Trump to reschedule their summit meeting after Trump abruptly canceled it last month, Trump’s personal lawyer, Rudolph Giuliani said Wednesday. Trump had cancelled the nowrescheduled June 12 meeting with Kim after statements from North Korea in May that called US Vice President Mike Pence a “political dummy” and said Pyongyang was ready for a nuclear showdown with Washington if dialogue failed. “We said we’re not going to have a summit under those circumstances,” Giuliani, the former mayor of New York, told a business conference in Tel Aviv, Israel. “Well, Kim Jong Un got back on his hands and knees and begged for it, which is exactly the position you want to put him in,” Giuliani said. There was no immediate reaction from Pyongyang to the comments from Giuliani,

who is not a member of the Trump administration but is the President’s lawyer in the special counsel investigation into alleged Russian interference in the US election. After scrapping the summit on May 24, Trump reinstated it last week after a letter from Kim was hand-delivered to the President at the White House by the North Korean leader’s top envoy. Trump said at that time that the statements from Pyongyang lampooning Pence and threatening nuclear war were a thing of the past. “I think we’re over that, totally over that, and now we’re going to deal and we’re going to really start a process,” Trump said. “We’re meeting with the chairman on June 12 and I think it’s probably going to be a very successful -- ultimately a successful process. Giuliani also told the audience that he does not think first lady Melania Trump believes that Trump had an affair with Stormy Daniels. (CNN)

Lava flow evaporates Hawaii’s largest freshwater lake within hours STEAM billowed up from Hawaii’s largest freshwater lake as lava flow evaporated its placid waters within a few hours and made it the latest casualty from the Big Island’s Kilauea volcano. A steam plume first appeared around 10 a.m. Saturday as lava poured into Green Lake in Kapoho, but by 3 p.m. a Hawaii County Fire Department overflight confirmed to the US Geological Survey that the lake had filled with lava and the body of water was no more. Green Lake -- a popular swimming spot -- once reached about 200 feet deep, according to CNN affiliate KHNL/KGMB. “I couldn’t believe it,” Hawaii Community College geography instructor Drew Kapp told the TV station. “I’ve never even heard of anything like that happening before.” It’s been more than a month since lava began its slow, destructive path after Kilauea erupted. About 7.7 square miles of land have been

The mysterious illness could further strain relationships between the nations.

US diplomats suffering from mysterious illness evacuated from China

A Hawaii County Fire Department photo shows how lava flows evaporated the waters of Green Lake.

covered by lava. Residents also have had to contend with poisonous gases given off by the lava, which can include laze -hydrochloric acid and volcanic glass particles.

Green Lake isn’t the only part of the Big Island that the recent volcanic activity has transformed. Kapoho Bay, famous for its tide pools, was completely filled by lava Tuesday. (CNN)

THE U.S. State Department has brought a group of diplomats home from Guangzhou, China, over concerns they were suffering from a mysterious malady that resembles a brain injury and has already affected U.S. personnel in Cuba, its spokeswoman said on Wednesday. After confirming one government employee had “suffered a medical incident” in the southern Chinese city, the department deployed a team to screen employees and family members at its consulate there, spokeswoman Heather Nauert said in a statement. “As a result of the screening process so far, the department

has sent a number of individuals for further evaluation and a comprehensive assessment of their symptoms and findings in the United States,” Nauert said. “Medical professionals will continue to conduct full evaluations to determine the cause of the reported symptoms and whether the findings are consistent with those noted in previously affected government personnel or possibly completely unrelated,” she said. The New York Times reported on Wednesday that the State Department had evacuated at least two Americans who fell ill after hearing strange noises in China.

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UK court criticises Northern Ireland abortion law but rejects bid for reform

Although some persons have been rescued, over 200 remain unaccounted for after Sunday’s deadly eruption.

Deadly Guatemala volcano: Emergency agency ‘failed to heed warnings’ OPPOSITION politicians in Guatemala want the head of the emergency response agency (Conred) to be dismissed. They say Conred failed to heed advance warnings about Sunday’s deadly eruption of the Fuego volcano. A senior opposition figure, Mario Taracena, said the government should investigate whether there was criminal negligence. Ninety-nine people are now known to have died since Sunday, and nearly 200 others remain unaccounted for. Villages on the slopes were buried in volcanic ash and mud after Fuego erupted. Subsequent smaller eruptions and the high temperatures of the rock and mud debris have made search teams’ work extremely difficult.

More than 1.7 million people have been affected, with more than 3,000 evacuated. Of the 99 bodies recovered so far, only 25 have been identified. “We already have data with names and locations where there are missing persons and that number is 192,” said Sergio Cabañas, the Conred head. Searches are continuing, but there are fears that heavy rain could cause fresh landslides of volcanic mud. Meanwhile the volcano is continuing to spew out ash and rocks. “The activity continues and the possibility of new pyroclastic flows in the next hours or days cannot be ruled out, so it is recommended not to remain near the affected area,” the national institute for seismology and volcanology said. (BBC)

Australian news crew mugged while filming on London street MASKED men on bicycles interrupted an Australian news crew during a live broadcast in London and stole their television camera, the latest in a number of brazen robberies in the British capital. CNN Australia affiliate Seven News reported that the network’s Europe correspondent, Laurel Irving, and cameraman Jimmy Cannon were finishing up a live broadcast Wednesday night local time when they were accosted by two men wearing ski masks. One demanded the camera,

telling Cannon that he had a gun concealed in his pocket. “They came up immediately and they were wearing masks so I knew something was going on. Before he came over, I saw him reach into his pants and transfer something from his pants,” Cannon told Seven’s Sunrise program. “He said, ‘Hey, I have a gun in my jacket, don’t make a scene.’” The incident happened around 10 p.m. local time (5 p.m. ET) Wednesday in the affluent London suburb of Islington.

THE UK’s highest court dismissed the latest bid to liberalise Northern Ireland’s highly restrictive abortion law on Thursday. The Supreme Court said it had no jurisdiction to consider the challenge brought by the Northern Ireland Human Rights Commission (NIHRC) because the proceedings did not involve an identified victim. But a narrow majority of the seven-strong panel of justices were of “clear opinion” that the current legislation is “incompatible” with Article 8 of the European Convention of Human Rights in cases of fatal fetal abnormality, rape and incest, but not serious fetal abnormality. The Deputy President of the Supreme Court, Lord Jonathan Hugh Mance, said that “the present law clearly needs radical reconsideration.” NIHRC told the court in October that the current law criminalises women and girls, subjecting them to “inhuman and degrading” treatment. It had asked the court to rule on whether it was unlawful to prohibit abortions that arise from sexual crimes or cases involving “a serious fetal abnormality.” After the Irish republic’s overwhelming abortion referendum result in late May, Northern Ireland is now the only area of the British Isles where termination is only permitted if there is a risk to the woman’s life or if there are long-term or permanent threats to a woman’s mental or physical health. The republic’s constitutional

Many persons in Northern Ireland see reformation of the abortion law as a necessity.

reform had spurred questions over whether there should be a similar change to the law in Northern Ireland. Decisions on abortion law are the responsibility of the Northern Ireland Assembly, but it has been suspended for more than a year because of a political impasse. But despite the hiatus, the UK government has said it will not intervene on the issue. The minority government of British Prime Minister Theresa May relies for its survival in the UK parliament on support from the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP), a deeply conservative party from Northern Ireland that opposes any attempt to ease restrictions on abortion. DUP leader Arlene Foster said last week that the referendum in the republic had “no impact upon the law in Northern Ireland.”

PRESSURE FALLS ON UK PM Shortly after the ruling, NIHRC Chief Commissioner Les Allamby said in a statement: “The highest court in the UK has today agreed with the Commission that Northern Ireland’s laws on termination of pregnancy are incompatible with human rights.” Allamby said that Thursday’s proceedings made it clear that Northern Ireland needs to reform its termination laws and called on the UK government to intervene. “The law now needs to change to stop women and girls from further anxiety and suffering. In the absence of the NI Executive and Assembly it falls to the UK government to make this change and it must act without delay,” he added.

Texas man nearly dies after being bitten by severed snake head A TEXAN required 26 doses of antivenom after he was bitten by the severed head of a rattlesnake he had killed. Jennifer Sutcliffe told local station KIII-TV that her husband was working in the garden when he saw the four-foot (1.25m) rattlesnake and decapitated it. When he picked up the snake’s remains to dispose of them, the head bit him. A snake’s bite reflex can be triggered up to several hours after it has died. Ms Sutcliffe told KIII-TV her husband immediately began to have seizures. He was airlifted from his home near Corpus Christi to hospital where he was treated with the antivenom CroFab. More than a week after the incident, the man is reportedly in stable condition, with some

Rattlesnakes can continue to bite hours after dying.

weakened kidney function. Leslie Boyer, an anti-venom doctor at the University of Arizona VIPER Institute, warned against attempting to kill snakes, particularly

by cutting them. “It’s cruel to the animal and it leaves you with a smaller piece that’s venomous to pick up,” she told the Gizmodo news site. (BBC)

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES Come and join our winning team at Seven Star Resort & Spa The following positions are currently available

Housekeeping Attendant / Room Attendant Clean, stock, and provide turn down service for guest rooms to ensure cleanliness and guest satisfaction while caring enough to do it well by adhering to the Resort Commitments and standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide turn down service by partially removing and storing bedspread, replenishing amenities, linens, and supplies and filling ice bucket as requested by guest • Wipe down tub and sink area • Sign for room keys and restock cart • Visually inspect room for cleanliness and appearance of room • Strip and make beds, change linens • Dust all furniture thoroughly • Replenish amenities, linens, and supplies in guest room • Vacuum entire room and empty trash • Convert rooms, beds etc. to meet guest request • Respond in a timely manner to guest requests for items and/or other information JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES • Ability to work conscientiously, meets deadlines, follows instruction and directions, with minimal supervision and detailed oriented • Ability to stand, sit, kneel constantly to handle specific details or demands of quality and speedy guest services • Ability to work with cleaning agents by extending arms over head, bending and stooping • Ability and desire to handle the heat as the layout of the resort's rooms dictate • Ability to push, lift and/or pull equipment up to or more than 100 lbs • Ability to scrub and scour surfaces, extend arms over head to perform cleaning tasks, and work in confined spaces • Willing to work long hours in all weather conditions • Additional language abilities preferred Salary range: USD12,000 to USD 13,500 per annum. Position currently held by a work permit holder

Woodwork Specialist/ tradesman

Candidate will be responsible for furniture repairs and rebuilds various objects in wood, cardboard, PVC, etc. Assemble, disassemble and repair hydraulic locking arms, locks, boards, doors, furniture, wooden shelves. Prepare special carving and woodwork on a daily bases for room refurbishment. REQUIREMENTS: • At least 5 years of related work experience • Must understand detailed architectural drawings, schematics, shop drawings and blue prints.

• Must have experience operating equipment such as saws, routers, drills and sanders • Must have basic mathematical skills • Ability to determine measurements and attention to detail • Physical ability to lift up to 100lbs, walk, jump and bend Wages: USD6.25 to USD$7.60 per hour. New position

Chief Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Property Chief Engineer. The ideal candidate must be able to controls and maintains primary utility systems including electric generating units to produce electric power. Will be responsible for directing and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the utility production and distribution systems. Ensure both long term and short term goals are achieved through the implementation and completion of set targets and corporate goals. A Chief Engineer with Seven Stars is ultimately responsible for all maintenance issues within the hotel to deliver an excellent Guest and Owner experience while overseeing the engineering team. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Planning, management and participation in the operation and maintenance of all utility systems • Preparation and management of systematic preventative and corrective maintenance. • Performs daily maintenance and troubleshooting activities, making necessary adjustments to keep all machines and utilities operating efficiently • Preparation and management of monthly energy use reports for core systems. • Develop and maintain operating budgets for the facility. Obtain and review budget results with senior management on a monthly basis, identify deviations and manager corrective actions • Promote the identification of training requirements. Review and develop programs to meet the operational requirements for both long and short term goals • Ensure monthly safety inspections take place and employees are trained accordingly • Ensure continual development of staff to meet the changing facility needs • Monitors and inspects equipment for potential mechanical / electrical problems notifying management if unable to correct conditions • Communicates all operational issues concerning the facility to management in a timely manner and develops, maintains and enforces safety protocols • Utilize computerized maintenance management system to create work orders for inventory and with planning /prioritization • Plan, schedule and receive fuel oil deliveries and performs emergency response • Coordinate and manage the day to day maintenance and upkeep of the hotel as it pertains to the engineering department • Direct the work done by general contractors and department/sections when needed

• Responsible for carrying out any other duties assigned by the General Manager REQUIREMENTS: • Must have experience at properties of similar size and quality • Position will be required to work a varied schedule that will include evenings, nights, and week-ends • Certified fire alarm technician • Minimum of 3-6 years’ experience as Chief Engineer or equivalent • Experience in mechanical engineer and management of multinational team • Prior experience with modern utility controls systems • Diploma or certificate in electricity and electronics and advanced knowledge of building management/engineering • Positive attitude, good communication skills and committed to delivering a high level of customer service • Previous experience of facilities management Salary range: USD40,000 to USD48,000 per annum and is based on experience and qualification

Security Officer

The areas of responsibility for this position include the protection and safety of property assets, employees, guests, accident and fire prevention and response. The ideal candidate must exemplify excellent customer service and create a positive atmosphere for guests and employees and be available to work a rotating and flexible schedule. DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS: • A minimum of 5 years’ experience • Able to work flexible hours, holidays and weekends. • Willing to walk/run through dark bushy areas to carryout checks. • Highly trained in security procedures and martial arts. • First Aid training is preferable • Ability to communicate effectively • Physical ability to run, walk, jump and bend • Willing to work long Shifts (up to 14hrs) and split shift during the night. • Willing to work in all weather conditions • Ability to respond to patron problems effectively Salary range: USD14,000 to USD15,000 per annum and is based on experience and qualification. Position currently held by a work permit holder.

HOUSEKEEPING ATTENDANT/ROOM ATTENDANT

Candidates will be required to assist in all Housekeeping responsibilities, cleaning of guest rooms, stocking amenities and linens. There are

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new positions available and some positions are held by work permit holders. REQUIREMENTS/ JOB KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES • Suitable candidates must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working at a 5 Star Resort in a similar role. • Must be willing to work long hours and all weather condition • Must have a strong attention to details and exceptional ability to maintain the highest standards of quality required. • Must have the ability to lift at least 50lbs. • Ability to work conscientiously, meets deadlines, follows instruction and directions, with minimal supervision and detailed oriented • Ability to stand, sit, kneel constantly to handle specific details or demands of quality and speedy guest services • Ability to work with cleaning agents by extending arms over head, bending and stooping • Ability and desire to handle the heat as the layout of the resort's rooms dictate • Ability to push, lift and/or pull equipment up to or more than 100 lbs • Ability to scrub and scour surfaces, extend arms over head to perform cleaning tasks, and work in confined spaces • Additional language abilities preferred Salary range: USD12,000 to USD 13,500 per annum.

Mixology Trainer

Is responsible for the overall training of the bar team. Must be able to mix and match ingredients in order to create classic and innovative drinks in accordance with customers’ needs and expectations. The purpose of this position is to ensure that the Bar Team is fully train in all aspects of Bar Services. Must manage and trained all Bar Outlets employees RESPONSIBILITIES & REQUIREMENTS: • Have worked in a well-reputed organization in a similar capacity • Minimum of three years’ experience as a head mixologist • Skilled in customer service and interaction • Knowledgeable in Forbes Five Star standard • Knowledgeable about mixology techniques and must be able to train team • Knowledge of basic cashiering procedures • Work closely with in-house Mixologist supervising daily operations of the bar(s) and ensure beverages are mixed and served according to the standards • Manage the bar’s beverage program and make occasional changes to ensure an up-to-date product offering and attractive presentation • Ensure the bar is kept in good running order and deep cleaning and maintenance is performed when necessary • Manage the bar’s inventory, perform inventory checks and provide accounts • with assistance during monthly stock takes • Maintain bar materials and glassware and notify HOD when re-ordering is necessary Salary range: USD30,000 to USD36,400 per annum (Salary is negotiable and based on level, experience and qualifications). OTHER POSITIONS:

SPA THERAPIST F&B SERVER F&B RUNNER ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING ABOVE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED

Candidates should apply to Seven Stars Resort & Spa, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales via e-mail at hr@sevenstarsgracebay.com for consideration or should leave CV’s at the security building for the attention of HR. Prospective applicants who are Belongers kindly send copies of your application to the board. Application deadline: June 15, 2018 12430

DSP

SOUTH DOCK ROAD IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY THE FOLLOWING

DOMESTIC WORKER $250 per week • General cleaning, moping dusting

MASON-$300 per week

• Repairs and alters buildings, lays bricks and stones, mixing and applying mortar

the site for work, loading and delivering materials.

CONSTRUCTION HELPER- $300 per week

TILE SETTER- $300 per week

• helping the tradesperson by carrying tools from one area to the next, making sure site is clean at all times

CARPENTER-$300 per week

• loading and off-loading materials on small vehicles on site

• Must be able to lay tiles, cut tiles using saws and tile cutters, ensuring clean edges

DRIVER; $300 per week

• Following blue print, installing structures and fixtures

MECHANIC: $300 per week

LABOURER-$300 per week

• Removing debris from construction area, preparing

• Inspecting machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues

CONTACT: 649-232-7229

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. Work permit holders and new positions

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to ARGENTINA L MARTINEZ-CLARE by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. JOHN FREEMAN

PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to ANTONIO DALLAMANO by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. JOHN FREEMAN

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Bullock says Ocean’s 8 wouldn’t have happened if it wasn’t for her 8-year-old son LOOKS like audiences have Sandra Bullock‘s little guy to thank for Ocean’s 8. The actress told PEOPLE at the New York premiere of the film that she almost had to pass on her part in the all-female reboot of the Ocean’s franchise. Luckily, her 8-year-old son Louis convinced her otherwise. “This almost didn’t happen for me because it was supposed to shoot during the summer, and then when Cate wasn’t available, they said, ‘Are you willing to shift it to fall in New York?’ And I went, ‘I gotta take the kids out of school,’ ” she reveals. Not wanting to disrupt Louis and 6-year-old sister Laila’s routines, Bullock wasn’t sure about moving them across the country until she

got the approval from the little man himself. “Then my son said, ‘Why don’t we go look at a school and see if we find something?’ We left on Mother’s Day, day after Mother’s Day found a school,” she reveals. “It’s all about my kids. If I could never work again, I’d be okay with it because I’d get to go home and be with my babies.” The movie, out Friday, follows Bullock as she plans an epic heist to steal millions of dollars with an impressive cast of women by her side: Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter, Sarah Paulson, Rihanna and Awkwafina. But when it came time to film, the actress realized an important lesson in being a leader around capable

Cate Blanchett, Awkwafina, Sarah Paulson, Anne Hathaway, Sandra Bullock, Mindy Kaling, Helena Bonham Carter and Rihanna.

women. “You don’t really lead! Everyone gets in and knows their part and you help when you can help, or you ask for help when you need it,”

Bullock says. “That’s the thing that I think was really lovely was that once we all got to know each other, we realized we were safe with each other. We all trusted each other to

ask for help, and we asked for a lot of help. We still do. And it doesn’t make you weak, it makes you realize that, ‘Wow, someone else is nervous, someone else is struggling.’ ”

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Val Kilmer and Tom Cruise starred in Top Gun.

Kilmer set to make return in Top Gun: Maverick VAL Kilmer is set to star in the Top Gun sequel, reviving his role as fighter pilot Iceman. He will star alongside Tom Cruise in the film, 33 years after the original was released, US media reported.

Filming for Top Gun: Maverick started at the end of May. It is being directed by Joseph Kosinski, who also directed the Tron sequel in 2010. Kilmer appeared to confirm last year that he had cancer,

and that he was “healing”. Cruise posted a photo on Twitter last week, referring to the first day of returning to the role of United States Naval Aviator Lieutenant Pete “Maverick” Mitchell.

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Weinstein pleads not guilty to rape charges in court

Kim Kardashian travelled to the White House to discuss prison reform with US president Donald Trump late last month.

President Trump commutes Alice Johnson’s sentence after Kardashian visit THE Kim summit was a rousing success. President Trump commuted the sentence of Alice Johnson on Wednesday, days after Kim Kardashian traveled to the White House to advocate for the Tennessee grandmother’s release. Johnson was 42 years old when she was first jailed on charges related to drug possession and money laundering in the 1990s, according to court documents. She was caught in a cocaine trafficking plot run out of her

Memphis apartment, where she stashed her illicit earnings and passed along messages to her co-conspirators — who authorities believe netted millions in the illegal scheme. “Ms. Johnson has accepted responsibility for her past behavior and has been a model prisoner over the past two decades,” the White House said in its official statement. “Despite receiving a life sentence, Alice worked hard to rehabilitate herself in prison and act as a mentor to fellow inmates.”

HARVEY Weinstein pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to three felony counts in New York Supreme Court. The disgraced producer walked into court for an arraignment on two counts of rape and one first-degree criminal sex act charge. Weinstein denied all allegations of nonconsensual sexual activity, and he’s remained free after posting $1 million cash bail, according to his attorney, Benjamin Brafman. “Under the circumstances, he’s holding up reasonably well. No one can be happy to be in the position that he is in,” Brafman said Tuesday outside court. “As terrible a crime as rape is, it is equally reprehensible to be falsely accused of rape, and since Mr. Weinstein has denied these allegations, that’s where we are,” he added. The charges stem from allegations from two women -- one involving an incident in 2004, and one in 2013 -according to the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office. Weinstein surrendered to authorities on May 25, seven months after The New Yorker

The singer had just finished her concert on 22 May 2017 when a suicide bomber detonated an explosive device.

Grande says she has PTSD after Manchester attack ARIANA Grande says she doesn’t think she’ll ever be able to talk about the Manchester Arena bombing without crying. The singer had just finished her concert on 22 May 2017 when a suicide bomber detonated an explosive device. The attack killed 22 people. In an interview with British Vogue, she revealed how she’s coping with the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) following last year’s attack.

“It’s hard to talk about because so many people have suffered such severe, tremendous loss. But, yeah, it’s a real thing.” “I know those families and my fans, and everyone there experienced a tremendous amount of it as well. “Time is the biggest thing. “I feel like I shouldn’t even be talking about my own experience - like I shouldn’t even say anything.

Harvey Weinstein arrives on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at court in New York.

and The New York Times published accounts from several women accusing him of various forms of sexual misconduct. The accounts unleashed a flood of accusations against Weinstein that emboldened women around the world to accuse powerful men of sexual harassment as part of the #MeToo movement. As more women came

forward with allegations against Weinstein, the New York Police Department and the Manhattan DA’s Office launched a joint investigation culminating in the charges. A grand jury indicted Weinstein on three felony counts on May 30. A source familiar with the investigation previously told CNN that the criminal sex act charge was from a case

involving aspiring actress Lucia Evans, who alleges Weinstein forced her to perform oral sex on him in his Tribeca office in 2004. Evans has not responded to any of CNN’s requests for comment since first speaking out about Weinstein in The New Yorker last fall. The person in the 2013 rape case has not been publicly identified, the source said. Weinstein must next appear in court for a hearing on September 20, Brafman said. On Friday, three women filed a lawsuit against Weinstein and his former employers, including the Walt Disney Company and Miramax. The lawsuit accuses Weinstein of rape and alleges that his former employers are liable for his actions during his employment. CNN has not gotten responses to its requests from comment from The Walt Disney Company, Miramax and The Weinstein Company. (CNN)

JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE

Classifieds TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

June 9-15, 2018

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

SPACE AVAILABLE ON BUSY HIGHWAY FOR IMMEDIATE RENT. THIS SPACE IS NEWLY RENOVATED.

GOOD FOR LAW OFFIES, REAL ESTATE, SPA, BEAUTY SALON ETC...

CALL 649 231-3788

FOR SALE House in Richmond Hill residential area on a half acre land.

CONTACT: 231-3788

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FOR QUICK SALE ONE BRAND NEW WASHER CALL 231-3788

WE ARE OPEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS AT REASONABLE PRICES

CONTACT: 649-946-4894 N.H. CLEANING SERVICES KEW TOWN, PROVIDENCIALES has an immediate opening for a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER salary $6.25 per hour Contact: 649-231-0134

COOPER. TEL: (649) 348-0099. 12438

CALL OR EMAIL US AT

duncansonlaw@gmail.com duncansonlaw.office@gmail.com 649-941-4444/ 649-245-1314/649-348-5744 DUNCANSON & CO BARRISTERS & ATTORNEYS 16121

DELIVERY BOY

We are in need of a young man to deliver bills, pick up checks and distribute newspapers. Must be honest and have a clean driver’s license. Contact the Publisher at tcweeklynews@gmail.com

EKD CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following:

QUEENA WILSON GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour. Belongers only should contact Seferina

GET LEGAL HELP ON YOUR INSURANCE CLAIM

MAGLYN IANTHE ROBINSON

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

SALES PERSON

salary $6.25 per hour Contact: 649-246-9786

These positions are for work permit renewals 12441

D&B AUTO LTD

IS CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON TO THE ROLE OF

Auto Mechanic/Technician

• At least 6 years of experience as an Auto Mechanic • Must be able to perform all vehicle diagnostics and updates using diagnostic equipment • Able to maintain vehicle functional conditional by listening to customer’s/ operator complaints, conduct inspections, repair engine failure, repair mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions and replace parts and components according to manufacturer standards.

• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdown, maintaining supplies and perform preventive maintenance. • Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable, driving record, must be able to manual and automatic transmissions • Knowledge of tools and equipment required to conduct all repairs • Basic Wage is $17 per hour • This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 941-8438

Email Address: dnbautoparts@tciway.tc

SUSAN GARLAND of North Backsalina Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

WARDS CONSULTANCY ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENTS WHO ARE SEEKING THE FOLLOWING:

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CULSOIR LOUIMA GRAND TURK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

BLUEFIN LTD 7 Eleven’s Court Plaza

MANAGER

DELIVERY AGENT who is reliable, trustworthy and want to make some extra cash Delivery times are 11 A.M and 3 P.M Call 231-3788 or 246-7856 for further information

DOMESTIC WORKER The salary is $6.50 per hour and interested persons should

CONTACT 649 241-5815

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Salary: $500 per week plus commission Knowledge of basic book keeping Contact: 431-8317 or email: bluefinorders@gmail.com

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

LABOURER

CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE P.O. Box, Blue Mountain, Providenciales

STEEL FIXER CARPENTER

SALARY: $6.50 PER HOUR

Contact: 231-0337 or email: desmond@projetech.tc Salary: $8.00 per hour Positions are held by work permit holders

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Is looking for a

CONTACT: 242-7523

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ANGELA DUNCOMBE

A&J GROCERIES AND SUPPLIES

AMINTHE PROSPERE

CASHIER

MAINTENANCE MAN

BABYSITTER LABOURER

CONTACT: 241-6565

CONTACT: 3446639 OR 343-3937

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12401

B.S.L CONSTRUCTION PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $7.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12395

BEST PRICE SELLER TCI VARIETY STORE Seeking employment for the following:

1) CASHIER

MASON CARPENTER PAINTER Salary: $7.00 per hour CONTACT: 242-1402

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Interested candidate may contact the employer at

244-9652

regarding employment RICARDO FULFORD

IMMIGRATION AND LABOUR CONSULTANT PRESIDENT OF RICARDO Fulford Consultant Services ricardofulford@gmail.com

(649) 346-1125

12392

THE BIGHT, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-345-7087 This position is for renewal

12403

BLUE SKY CONSTRUCTION BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

1 MASON $8.75 per hour 1 CARPENTER

FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

12295

B&M CONSTRUCTION GLASS SHACK Is seeking to employ a

HELPER CARPENTER to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-346-4560

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

this position is for renewal

12407

Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 242-3256

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12409

REQUIRED FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2018-2019

GRADUATE TEACHER To teach both Mathematics to IGCSE level and ICT to Advanced Level. Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and teaching qualifications, a minimum of five (5) years experience teaching the British National Curriculum and CIE Examination syllabi. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. CV, LETTER OF APPLICATION AND NAMES OF 2 REFEREES TO BE SENT IN WRITING TO:

$6.50 per hour

THE PRINCIPAL, BRITISH WEST INDIES COLLEGIATE EMAIL: PRINCIPAL@BWIC.TC

3 LABOURERS

CONTACT: 246-3137

Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.01

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE SECTION BLUE HILLS & STAMERS RUN

CONTACT: 344-7379

ANNIE DELANCY

$8.75 per hour

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

TITLE NUMBER 60509/3

LONG BAY IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

ISLAND PROVIDENCIALES

Whereas, VENICE IRENE MISSICK NEE RIGBY as Executor of the Estate of HERVIS ST. GEORGE RIGBY deceased of Blue Hills, Providenciales, Turks And Caicos Islands has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) issued in the name of HERVIS ST. GEORGE RIGBY was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found. Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson-Stewart, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title six weeks of the date of the first publication of this notice in the local newspaper and the Gazette.

COCO BISTRO

SEFERINA LOECADIO COOPER KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

WAITRESS • Must have a clean police record • Must work 44 hours per week • Must have 5 years or more experience • Must be willing to work weekends and public holidays • Salary $8.50 per hour

DA CONCH SHACK BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

SUPERVISOR Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $10 per hour

CONTACT: 946-8877

12394

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

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT, CONTACT: 649-946-5369 This position is held by a work permit holder Deadline for application is not later than June 15th, 2018

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12393

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Acting on behalf of Rukin Williams Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 348-0099

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12417

CAY’S CONSTRUCTION LTD. LAKEVIEW LANE DISCOVERY BAY Is looking for

NANNY LABOURERS Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5922

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-3461088 OR 649-232-7317 These are actual positions

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DO IT RIGHT MAINTNANCE

DIVE PROVO

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED

SCUBA INSTRUCTORS

NEEDED FOR BUSY DIVE SHOP 6 DAY WEEK INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS. SALARY: $2400 PER MONTH POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

CALL 946-5029 TO ARRANGE INTERVIEW

12398

PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

HELPER

to work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-333-5034

12397

FLORIST

Interested applicants including Islanders/Belongers can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. Located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

KB HOME CENTER

MANAGERS Assistant Managers, Purchasing Managers, Store Managers

DOMESTIC WORKER Must be honest and responsible. Salary $6.50 per hour

CONTACT 2321762

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P&K’S APARTMENT #85 LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

YARD MAINTENANCE/ HELPER

Eligible to work flexible hours Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 242-7417

Email: waalexla1978@gmail. com 12384

BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY APPLICATIONS MAY BE HAND DELIVERED TO THE ADDRESS BELOW

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Telephone: (649) 331-6020, (649) 231-4101 Email: info@kbhomecenter. com Salary is negotiable

12383

PRINCESS TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT & BAR NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER DISHWASHER

NORWANI SERVICES

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following

Y&R CONSTRUCTION

CARPENTER

$14.00 per hour Mason $ 14.00 per hour CAICEDO PUB HOUSE

BARTENDER $10 per hour

DOMESTIC WORKER $8.00 per hour

Held by work permit holders

Is seeking to employ a

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

MINISTER TEACHER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 343-0358

CONTACT: 342-1465

CONTACT: 232-7073

Salary: $6.25 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

These positions are currently held by work permit holders

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

JEREMIAH MISSICK

JOHN EWING

JOHN WALKIN

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 649-243-0948

CONTACT: 332-4122

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12380

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $250 per week

to work 5 days per week salary $8.00 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

this position is for work permit renewal 124056

12402

FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

HELPER to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 649-341-7451

This position is for work permit renewal 12408

12391

JOB POSITION FOR A

GARDENER IS NEEDED FOR A PRIVATE RESIDENCE ON PROVO.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete ground work as directed by the property Owner which may include picking up trash, and maintaining landscaping other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy

items • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalk and walkway. Salary for this position is $10.00 per hr.

SAQ CONSTRUCTION

Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

$8.00 per hour

MARSHA BLANCHE MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC (649)242-5978

LABOURER

Held by work permit holder

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RICHARD GIBBS PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ

Submissions for this job position should be received no later than June 15th, 2018

SKY PILOT PARASAIL

D&B AUTO LTD

Is currently looking for a suitably qualified person to the role of;

Auto Mechanic/Technician

2 FISHERMEN

Salary: $150 per week

To work aboard a commercial fishing vessel. Applicant must possess open free diving skills. Salary on commission based

CONTACT: 241-4838

CONTACT: 241-4260

12383

HYNETTA FORBES

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

KEW TOWN, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

Applicants must possess a minimum of five years’ experience as an acting Florist, with relevant certification. Must have extensive knowledge of tropical flowers, foliage and potted plants, including their names, seasonal availability and lifespan. Candidates must have experience using current styles in floral design while at the same time understanding the traditional use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc. must be available to work outdoors and irregular hours. Possess five years’ experience in floral retail using POS Systems. Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public. Starting salary commensurate with experience.

JR'S SALES AND BEACH RENTALS

GRATEFUL HELPER

EDRICE ARISTILDE

12410

•

• • •

operating by following operating instructions, trouble-shooting breakdown, maintaining supplies and perform preventive maintenance. Must hold a valid driver’s license with a clean, insurable, driving record, must be able to manual and automatic transmissions Knowledge of tools and equipment required to conduct all repairs Basic Wage is $17 per hour This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 941-8438 EMAIL ADDRESS: DNBAUTOPARTS@TCIWAY.TC

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GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

GROUND KEEPER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-0065

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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ICT ENGINEER

CASHIER

CAR CLEANER

CONTACT: 346-5872

CONTACT: 346-7799

Salary: $6.25 per hour

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB:

The IT/IP Engineer will be responsible for the real-time management of all IT/IP based local and wide area networks which support the technical operations and services of Digicel TCI.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design IT/IP Network Architecture • Responsible for the design, installation and support of all IP based systems to support the technical operations of the business. • Design IP Numbering an addressing schemes, Development, Configuration and Implementation of IP based systems • Perform dimensioning and capacity planning of IP network • Implement and Support Cisco Call Manager PBX system. • Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all IP based systems, which include Cisco network devices, SUN Solaris servers, Checkpoint Firewalls to ensure their high availability • Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all IP based services, including Checkpoint firewall policy management, IP traffic management utilizing VLANs and routing protocols (RIP, OSPF), also DNS, Microsoft ISA 2004 Web PROXY, and NTP applications. • Perform all required software and hardware upgrades for above mentioned systems and services • Provide on-call support for after hour outages & planned works, including creation and submission of required forms • Develop and schedule preventative and corrective maintenance policies and procedures, such as regular backups, hardware/software upgrades, and spares inventory, to ensure high availability of all IP based systems. • Ensure that Digicel TCI continue to operate on secure local and wide area networks with the implementation of VPN technologies and firewall policy management • Provide proactive support of WAN data and voice links (VSAT, leased lines) to provide 100% availability of all IP services, including VoIP, ITP (SS7 over IP) and internet, and to ensure continued connectivity to other Digicel locations and external parties • Ensure adherence with IP Security Established standards and policies as they relate to new and existing LAN and WAN network infrastructure, IP traffic, and network configuration procedures • Ensure that network metrics are closely monitored and captured so as to provide proactive network management, as well as regular feedback on network performance in the form of reports to management • Provide IT/IP Support to other departments and external parties as required • Provide support for Ericsson CS3 prepaid Platform.

BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for a

PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

VACANCY

SANDRA WALKIN

TC AUTO AND SALES

HOUSEKEEPER/ LABOURER

Salary: $6.25 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12398

Must be willing to work 3-5 days per week Salary $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 649-231-3342

This position is held by a work permit holder and is for renewal 12404

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS Shoreway Construction is hereby looking for the following position 2 1 2 2

MASON METAL HELPER CARPENTER HELPER PAINTER

To work full time with a hourly salary from 7.00 - 8.50 per hour. Belonger only may apply, interest please submit resume to the labour department or to hernandezemploymentservices.8@gmail.com

Milton barbershop 2 BARBERS 2 MANICURIST / PEDICURIST 1 FACIALIST. / COSMETOLOGIST

To work full time with a hourly salary of 6.25. Belonger only may apply, interest please submit resume to the labour department or to hernandezemploymentservices.8@gmail.com

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BAYVIEW MOTORS

Bayview Motors is currently looking to employ an

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE JOB

• 4-5 years’ experience in IT/IP based network design, implementation and administration • CCNA, CCNA Voice and Microsoft MCSE certification and Solid hands on experience with Cisco devices • In-depth knowledge of switching, routing, LAN and WAN technologies • Hands on experience with UNIX and/or Linux systems to support applications Splat and Solaris. • Design, implementation and operational knowledge of network security (VPN, firewall management, intrusion detection) • Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Computer Sciences or equivalent field

QUALIFICATION • Degree in finance, commerce or accounting (equivalent) excellent written, verbal and communication skills. • Previous experience in automotive dealership preferred. • Duties & Responsibilities • Daily input of transaction to accounting

software. • Preparation of financial statement and in house reports bank, A/R and A/P reconciliation, bank deposits, petty cash management. • Purchase and billing audit Starting salary $30,000.00 to $45,000.00

Provo Auto Supply (Napa Auto Parts) Is currently looking to employ a

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS:

• Ability to work unsupervised and handle multiple priority assignments simultaneously • Good team player with excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills • Possess first rate organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage responsibilities in a high pressure environment • Demonstrated ability to work in cross –functional teams • Ability to meet deadlines while paying attention to detail • High degree of initiative and creativity

DEADLINE: AD IS FOR RENEWAL. HOWEVER, POSITION OPEN TO ALL SUITABLEY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST FORWARD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME FOR THE ATTENTION OF THE DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES TO HRTCI@ DIGICELGROUP.COM. THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS JUNE 15, 2018.

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LABOURER • Adequate tools to perform his duties

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

THE INDIVIDUAL MUST POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• Must be able work with little or no supervision • Must be computer literate • Must be able to work weekends • Must possess a valid driver’s License Starting salary$7.00 per hour

Please email all application to syrmondg@bayviewmotors.com Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Bayview Motors Ltd P.O Box 619, Leeward Highway, Providenciales

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PAYLESS WAREHOUSE LTD

GARLAND & CO.

is looking for a

PARALEGAL VACANCY Reporting to SIPT defense Attorneys, the successful candidate will have a Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) Degree, and two or more years of experience in a similar high volume documentation case. Candidate is required to exhibit professionalism at all times, and a high level of confidentiality is a must. Candidate will detail-oriented and will anticipate Attorneys’ needs with limited supervision. Candidate will be required to efficiently conduct research and analyze volumes of material to source information, review documents and produce comprehensible reports, while conducting other preparation work. Candidate must be flexible, as will be required to work additional hours (weekdays and weekends) as needed. Qualified candidates should submit resume with references to Suite 12 La Vista Azul, Turtle Cove, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

P.O. Box 1180, Suite 12 La Vista Azul, Turtle Cove, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Tel: 1-649-941-5905 Fax: 1-649- 941-4754 Email: alvingarland@garlandandco.com

STORE SUPERVISOR Responsibilities • Manage retail staff, among which includes people working on the floor, and the cashiers • Meet financial goals by analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions in preparing an annual budget; formulating pricing policies and scheduling expenditures • Make sure pricing is correct • Work on store displays • Attend trade shows in order to identify new services and products • Recruit, Coach, counsel, discipline and train employees • Evaluate self-on-the-job performance, as well as other staff • Identify market trends that appeal to customers • Ensure products are clean and ready to be displayed • Approve contracts with store vendors • Maintain inventory and ensure items are in stock • Analyze financial statements in order to enhance profit making opportunities • Ensure promotions are accurate and in tune with company’s standards Minimum of 9 Years of Experience in Retail Business Belongers are Preferred

Please email your Resume to hr@i-grocers.com on or before 8th June 2018.

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VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!! HYBRID FIBRE COAXE (HFC) CABLE TECHNICIAN Reporting to the Chief Technical Officer. Responsible for the installation of HFC plant elements such as as Taps, Splitters, Amplifiers, Line Extenders, network cables on both underground and overhead infrastructure and perform basic HFC Network tests. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ability and competence to work safely on overhead and underground cable TV networks • Ability to make off network connections 100% accurately as per in-company training i.e. Taps, Splitters, Amplifiers, Line Extenders etc. • Ability to use hand and power tools competently and safely • Ability to maintain and interpret records of daily work logs and network design maps • Ability to operate communications devices and company vehicles in accordance with company policies • Ability to adhere to strict Health & Safety Guidelines and procedures as set out by the company • Ability to maintain the professional image of the company and communicate with customers appropriately • Ability to perform other duties as requested by supervisor • Adhere to all Health and Safety procedures • Ability to work at heights and knowledge of using MEWPS an advantage RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: • 2 years + experience in telecom network environment • Flexibility in line with business requirements • Ability to represent the company in a professional manner at all times

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THE ATRIUM RESORT IN PROVIDENCIALES IS SEEKING TO FILL THE POSITION OF:

DIRECTOR OF RELATIONS, PROMOTIONS AND MARKETING As Director of Relations, Promotions and Marketing for the Atrium Resort, you are responsible for protecting, growing and enhancing the resort’s reputation both in the public eye and internally within the organization. Responsibilities will include driving the collateral and sales tools strategy, seeking out and driving offline marketing opportunities, and proactively building European, niche American, Canadian and Russian marketing relationships to grow sales, liaison with European and Russian speaking guests and unit owners. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO: • Have an extensive knowledge of the worldwide markets, and able to identify new events and business opportunities, resulting in successful profitability • Develop execute sales plans and strategies • Be responsible for maximizing a resort’s revenues by developing programs to increase occupancy and make profitable use of its accommodation including conventions and other special events • Design, write content, and create promotional materials • Source, build and maintain relationships with

travel agencies, merchants and guest • To have a strong understanding of all aspects of social media and online marketing • Produce SEO driven media content such as blog post, articles, newsletters • Confident, friendly, mature and results driven THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST: • Have a minimum of 5 years work experience in business management and marketing of real estate • Have a Master Degree of Business Administration/ Commerce/ Management • Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal fluency in European and Russian languages • Strong presentation and multi-tasking abilities required • Microsoft Office with advanced Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher • A working knowledge of Yardi System • Ability to work in a fast paced environment, under pressure and tight deadlines required • Ability to work flexible hours with minimal notice required. Due to time zone differences, long hours sometimes required Salary $4,000.00 per month

For consideration, please submit resume by email to: theatriumresort@hotmail.com

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS IRAUNDA NAIL STUDIO AND BEAUTY SALON SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ

JOB VACANCY The Somerset Resort Management Ltd. is seeking to fill the below mentioned position. The ideal candidate will possess extensive high-end luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently. Position requires a flexible schedule which includes holidays, weekends and evenings and extended hours on occasion.

CONTACT: 347-3734 LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

JOB SUMMARY • To assist with cleaning guest rooms, carrying linen and replenishing amenities; to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. • Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Carrying / removing linens from rooms • Change and replenish bed linen, towels and guest amenities in line with company guidelines • Undertake regular dee cleaning tasks • Restock and maintain trolley daily basis • Dispose of waste accordingly • Manage guest requests in a timely and efficient manner • Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships. REQUIREMENTS: • Must be environmentally aware • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work • Base salary range: $6.00-$7.00 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience. Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

HANDYMAN Indoor; General Maintenance cleaning, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry and renovations. Outdoor; Cleaning debris from the yard, landscaping, damaged house fixtures. Salary: $1300 per month

CONTACT: 243-7615 EMAIL: RICARDOGARLAND33@ GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12522

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ 3

CARPENTERS Interested persons must have at least 3-5 years or more experience in this field. Must have a knowledge of various types of exotic wood etc. be able to work on own and make constructive decision without supervision. Salary: $14.00 per hour

JOB SUMMARY: • To ensure that all guestrooms are cleaned to the established standards. • Main Duties & Responsibilities • Provides courteous and professional service at all times. • Reports for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name tag at all times. • Receives Room Attendant assignment sheet and section passkey for the days duties from Asst. Housekeeper and/or floor Supervisor Stocks Room Attendant cart to the established standards

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent vocational training • Minimum 1-year experience as hotel cleaner or in janitorial / cleaning position preferred • Must be literate with above average verbal communication skills • Regular/Full Time position only • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work

Qualified Belonger candidates can complete an application form in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay, 10 Sibonne Drive, Providenciales, TCI or submit a resume by e-mail at twilliams@thesomerset.com for questions call (649) 339-5900, fax number (649) 946-5839. The closing date for applications is June 15, 2018.

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 247-2431

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

SKY VARIETY STORE

TROPICAL WATER SPORTS LTD

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FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

STORE CLEANER Cleaning and dusting the store

HOUSEKEEPER

Cleaning the house Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 346-7379

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SAPODILLA BAY, CHALK SOUND

Is seeking to employ a

DIVER

Responsible for working below the water using scuba gear. Inspect, remove and install equipment.. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 332-5705 EMAIL: WAVESTROPICAL@ GMAIL.COM

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

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12511

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Send all resumes to Email:tciprobusiness@gmail.com/ Tel:(649)241-7878/Address: Spot Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales, TCI POSITION: CHEF

SHADOW'S CAFÉ POSITION: SOUS CHEF

(To prepare Savory Dishes) Salary: $ 7.50 per hour Employer’s: Airport Road Providenciales 1st Time Tel: 331-5699

(to prepare savory dishes pastries Address: Whitby, North Caicos, Turks & Caicos Tel :(649)331-2316 1st time (649)331-2316

LARRY O. OUTTEN

POSITION: LABOURER

POSITION: DOMESTIC WORKER (Clean house, do laundry, cook) Salary: $6.25 per hour Address: Five cays, Providenciales, TCI Renewal Tel (649)343-4814

CLAUDE CONSTRUCTION POSITION: GREENS KEEPER

(to shape the trees, cut the grass, water the plants, clean my yard and the apartment’s yard, dump the trash) Salary: $6.50 per Hour Address: Bible Street Providenciales Turks And Caicos Tel:(649)241-2512 renewal

LATISHA & SHERLICIA SHOP

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MATRISA LOWE

CONTACT: 941-8126

MR. GROUPER’S RESTAURANT

ROOM ATTENDANT

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Salary: $6.50 per hour

RICARDO GARLAND

HOUSEMAN

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

2 HAIRDRESSERS

JACA TCI

POSITION: DOMESTIC WORKER (to clean the shop daily) Salary: $6.25 per hour Address: Kew Town Providenciales Turks And Caicos Renewal Tel:(649)341-9764

REGCO CONSTRUCTION

( to clean up work site, mix & pour concrete Salary: $6.50 Per Hour Address: Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI Tel:241-7878 1st time

SABRINA KATHERINE LIGHTBOURNE

POSITION: DOMESTIC WORKER

(clean, cook, wash & babysit) Salary: $6.25 Address: Glass Shack Road, Provo, TCI Tel: 333-2330 1st time

COCONUT GROVE RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE

POSITION: CLEANER

( to clean up the restaurant daily basis) Salary $6.25 per Hour Tel: (649)2412550 1st time

CLAUDINE EWING PRATT

POSITION CARE GIVER

Salary: $250 per week Address: Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI Tel:343-3000

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

MAUREEN ELENA WILLIAMS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-2095

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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PARADISE DESIGNS Industrial Park, Provo, is looking for qualified applicants for the following positions:

NATHAN GUSTAVE SMITH

OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION LTD.

of Palm Grove Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

GRAND TURK

IS LOOKING FOR

REPAIR IT 4 U LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

CASHIER

CONTACT 231-4856

CONTACT: 649-946-1278

CONTACT: 342-4656

SHANTA RIGBY

PABLO BARBER SHOP

LABOURER The salary is $6.50 per hour interested persons should

Salary: $1,600 MONTHLY

BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY

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RETREAT KITCHEN GRACE BAY

DISHWASHER

Salary: $6.25 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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- able to speak English - able to work well with a team - able to assist team members with their tasks if needed - has work experience in a kitchen environment - maintains a friendly approach to work and team members - appearance is clean and tidy

Please send CV’s to info@retreattc.com, attention Lindsay Mensen, or call us at 649.431.7039 12423

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

VENETIAN ROAD Is seeking to employ a

EXPERIENCED CERAMIC ARTIST

Minimum 5 years’ experience in throwing, slabbing, molding, glazing, firing kilns and mixing chemicals. You must know how to apply solvents and inks with a screen printer and you will need to wear a mask/ ventilator for safety. You will need to work 6 days a week. Salary: $10 per hour

INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO CLAYVOYAGE@HOTMAIL.COM

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2 NAIL TECHNICIANS, 2 BARBERS

CARPENTER HAIR BRAIDER

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Salary: $6.25 per hour

SAILROCK CONTRACTING LIMITED [SAILROCK] is seeking qualified candidates for the position below:

ELECTRICIAN – 2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE

CONTACT: 247-0187

CONTACT: 344-4528

2 position are currently held by work permit holders

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VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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PUBLIC NOTICE BELONGER STATUS APPLICATION (Section 3 (5) of the Immigration Ordinance)

Take Notice that I, John Freeman, Governor of Turks and Caicos in exercise of the powers conferred on me by section 3(2) of the Immigration Ordinance intend to grant a Certificate of Belonger Status to KENESHA DARAREITA BELL-NEMBHARD by virtue of marriage to a Belonger. JOHN FREEMAN

This person will perform general Electrical and Electrician work for all Sailrock construction

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installation of rough-in electrical works for private villas and ridgetop suites • Installation and understanding of distribution, panel boards, conduit, pulling wire, terminations • Installation of light fixtures and equipment • Reading blueprints and technical diagrams • Install and maintain wiring, control and lighting systems • Inspect electrical components such as transformers and circuit breakers • Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices • Repair or replace wiring, equipment or fixtures using hand tools and power tools o Includes commercial and residential equipment specifications • Follow local building regulations based on Electrical Code • Provide assistance during emergencies by operating floodlights and generators • Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair HVAC equipment o Specifically, Mitsubishi split systems

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE:

• • • • • • •

Must have at least 5 years’ experience installing rough in electrical works Excellent attention to detail and electrical understanding Must have excellent written and verbal communication English Ability to read and interpret construction drawings Ability to follow construction schedule Ability to organize materials and follow installation sequence Ability to work well with others

SALARY RANGE

• $26,000 - $30,000 Annually Please submit applications to Human Resource Department:

Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales Email: humanresources@southcaicos.com

Interested Turks and Caicos Islands must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labor Board.

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40 CLASSIFIEDS A&S FUNERAL SERVICE PROVIDENCIALES is seeking to employ a

MORTICIAN ASSISTANT

10 years of experience in Professional Embalming and preparing deceased body for burial without supervision. Salary: based on qualifications and experience

CONTACT: 243-7785

CABINET MAKER / FINISHING CARPENTER

GEORGE SEYMOUR

J&J CORNER STORE

MASON Layering building materials such as bricks, concrete, tiles and other construction materials. Mixes cements. Operates heavy equipment’s. Salary: $10 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-0539

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

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12440

DOMESTIC WORKER General Cleaning Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 247-3577 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labour Board

Must have at least 5 years Point of Sales and QuickBooks experience Salary $24k per annum

1 DRIVER

Salary starts at $6.50 per hour.

TENISHA BEEN 649-231-6710

Must have Loading/Heavy Equipment operating experience Salary $9.00 per hour

CONTACT 946-1278 Both positions are for the Providenciales location

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JILL SWANN

LEMON 2 GO IS LOOKING TO FILL THE POSITION OF

LABOURER

ESPRESSO MAKER

GRACE BAY is seeking to employ a

HELPS AROUND THE HOUSE, TAKES CARE OF THE ANIMALS AND DOES THE GARDENING Salary: $6.25 per hour

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years experience • Excellent English verbal and written • Command and broad knowledge and speed in making espresso and other coffee specialties • Comprehensive QuickBooks, Excel

CONTACT: 331-3122 OR EMAIL: JILLTCI@ME.COIM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder12451

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. as Chargee, pursuant to its charge and the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold the property listed below by Public Auction, to be held at the office of Meridian Financial Group, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay and Providenciales at 10.00 a.m. on Monday, 18th of June, 2018. LocationDescription

1 SHIPPING/RECEIVING CLERK

LABOURERS, MASON

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GRAND TURK is seeking to employ a

Waterloo Plaza, Grand Turk Is looking for

Leeward Highway, Providenciales Telephone: 231- 6710

10 years+ experience, valid driver’s license. Duties: Ability to work without supervision; make, repair install various types of high-grade cabinet, furniture and fixtures; read drawings. Salary negotiable with qualification and experience.

APPLY TO: SOUTHWIND MILLWORK, INDUSTRIAL DRIVE, PROVIDENCIALES SOUTHWIND@TCIWAY.TC BY JUNE 18, 2018

SOUTH DOCK is seeking to employ a

ENE SHIOPPING AND TRADING LTD.

COX LABOUR SERVICES LTD

or email: adelphinepitter@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Title No. 60400/399&400, Chalk Sound, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, comprising of 0.45 and 0.65 acres respectively. The subject property comprises of two residentiallyzoned vacant lots with good elevation offering panoramic views of the sound and creek particularly the waters of Chalk Sound.

Title

Private&Absolute

Proprietor

KendleBerdette Williams

ApproximateArea

0.45 and0.65 acresrespectively

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ARE AVAILABLE BY REQUEST FROM MERIDIAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION LTD.

MeridianFinancialGroup P.O.Box 599, Level2,LeVelePlaza,Grace Bay,Providenciales, Turks& CaicosIslands,B.W.ITel.(649)941-3082Fax(649)941-3223

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knowledge • Inventory experience • Must have valid driving license • Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public • Salary $400 per week depending on experience

Prospective applicants including islanders can bring all applications with two letters of recommendation citing relevant experience in the same industry Lemon 2 Go, W102 West Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or e-mail to mary@eagroup.tci.com successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview

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NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF

OFFICE ATTENDANT – PROVIDENCIALES

SCOPE

To perform a variety of office support duties and to carry out the cleaning function of the National Health Insurance board office. Duties and Responsibilities: Clear and distribute correspondence as required, complete errands on behalf of the office, assist with the preparation of room for meetings, prepare and serve refreshments when required, perform daily cleaning duties to ensure the office is clean and safe for staff and perform any related duties assigned from time to time.

SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE JOB

Requires walking and extensive use of hands, pushing, bending, lifting, twisting and carrying sometimes heavy items.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED

This position requires knowledge of health and hygiene requirements, ability to understand basic materials, must have an eye for details, ability to use modern office equipment, ability to understand and follow simple written instructions and basic time management skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Primary level education and at least (2) years’ experience in a similar position may be an asset.

SALARY

Salary will be based on the NHIB salary scale for this position.

Deadline for Submission is June 7th 2018. All Applications should be addressed to: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

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HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD.

Is seeking to employ a

HEAVY EQUIPMENT DIESEL MECHANIC With the knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment and engines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years heavy equipment mechanic experience • Clean police record • Valid driver’s license

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 tolls Skilled in the use of gas and electric welding equipment Skilled in the use of mechanized tool, jacks and hoists 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: POSITION TYPE

• Full-time

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HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. Is seeking to employ an

ASPHALT FOREMAN RESPONSIBILITIES:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 5 years asphalt paving foreman experience • Clean police record • Valid driver’s license

DATE OPEN: June 1, 2018 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Kitchen Steward PROPERTY: Grace Bay Club Job Overview: Transport and clean cooking utensils and service ware in order to provide cooks, bus persons and food and food servers with appropriate equipment for guests’ dining experience, also clean physical surroundings while caring enough to do it well by adhering to the hotel standards, A few of their duties would entail promptly and carefully sorting soiled ware so that it can be put through the dish or pot machine properly; quickly washing ware and replacing them in storage areas as designated and ensuring the dish machine is properly cleaned and filled with water per hotel standards. Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required. This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.75 - $7.25 per hour

• Based on experience

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, TCI

• 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 manager all aspects of the operation including ordering of materials, logistics, maintenance and outside services • Coordination between other crews, subs and vendors

OPEN JOB POSITION

Job Overview: The Junior Pastry Sous Chef’s responsibilities include preparing quality pastry items such as breakfast items, desserts, breads, ice creams, sorbets, creams, simple syrups, amenities, displays/centerpieces and special request items. They should have a complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment; use equipment and tools only as intended, properly and safely. Also, they should be able to maintain and strictly abide by state sanitation/health regulations and hotel requirements. Meet with the Executive Chef to review assignments, anticipated business levels, changes and other information pertinent to the job performance. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required. This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $2,000 per month

DATE OPEN: June 1, 2018 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Waiter PROPERTY: Grace Bay Club

SKILLS:

• Knowledge of the local customers, materials and specifications is strongly preferred • Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills • Proven record of being a selfstarter 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 • Work well as team leader

Job Overview: Prepare tables with special attention to sanitation and order. Attend to customers upon entrance. Present menus and help customers select food/ beverages. Take/serve orders and answer questions or make recommendations for other products. Deal with complaints or problems with a positive attitude. Issue bills and accept payment. The individual must be well groomed, clean and polite. Previous experience is a must and should be able to speak and write English. Shifts varies. Full time. Weekend and holiday work may be required. This position is currently held by an expatriate worker Qualified Islanders need only to apply copying applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2 Salary Range: $6.50 - $7.00 per hour Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than June 30, 2018

COMPENSATION:

• Based on experience

POSITION TYPE:

• Full-time

Please submit applications to main office at C 5-6 Caribbean Place, leeward Highway, Providenciales

DATE OPEN: June 1, 2018 START DATE: ASAP POSITION: Junior Pastry Sous Chef PROPERTY: Grace Bay Club

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@ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1066 Email: hr@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD JOB ADVERTISMENT

MEDICAL DIRECTOR ANNUAL SALARY: Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience LOCATION: Providenciales REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer SUBORDINATES: Provider Services Manager/ Patient Services Representatives/ Clinical Services Manager SUMMARY / PURPOSE OF JOB: This is a managerial position, which has departmental wide responsibility for activities and direction of the Operations department and NHIP Emergency Overseas Treatment Programme; Providing technical leadership to the Insurance Operations team, the Medical Officer formulates policies and procedures to enhance the impact of the department; monitors patients overseas to assess their progress and report to the CEO; verify the eligibility of all claims, ensure staff is properly supervised and trained, customer concerns addressed; and ensures appropriate cost efficient health care services with best medical practices in place.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Manages the medical aspects of the NHIP Emergency Overseas Treatment Programme; • Manages all aspects of the Operations Department inclusive of all staff assigned to the department; • Manages and develops the Operations Department Budget with the view of ensuring that the Department expenditure remains within or below the budgeted ranges; • Collection of statistics form ICL (the hospitals) and the private providers as required by management and the actuary • Liaises with the NIB to identify number of employment injury and occupational disease cases. • Enforces cost-reduction strategies and recommends initiatives in the management of patient’s care • Verifies and signs-off on overseas provider claims in order to ensure veracity of claims as well as conducts value for money audits; • Advises on the adjudication of claims by beneficiaries in special circumstances, outside the scope of usual and customary benefits, including overseas claims • Makes recommendations to the Board on policy decisions such as but not limited to reimbursement and accreditation standards in line with the Health Practitioners Board or other authorized Agency.

• Conducts sample surveys of health care providers and facilities to derive baseline data on the availability and quality of services as well as the capacity and readiness to meet the demands of the NHIB; • Coordinates activities and provides advice to the NHIB team charged with the specification and costing of the service benefit package and in the development of provider payment systems; • Convenes and takes the lead in meetings and other mechanisms aimed at defining criteria for inclusion in the NHIB provider network, as well as developing norms and protocols for quality assurance utilization reviews, access to overseas care, and modifications ( inclusion and exclusion) of items in the benefit package; • Collaborates with other members on the NHIB team in the design and implementation of activities related to accreditation of health providers; • Collaborates with other members of the NHIB team in defining and developing contractual agreements with local and overseas providers for services within the benefit package; • Assists in the development of detailed terms of reference and procedures for the activities of the NHIB Medical Review Committee.

P&D EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Medical Doctor with at least 7 years’ experience; full time practitioner in primary care and hospital settings with the necessary competencies to effectively respond to the challenges of the job. • Business post graduate Degree • Business Management Experience • Knowledge of the NHIB Ordinance and Regulations • Current (Good Standing) Registration with TCI Health Practitioners Board • Experience with health insurance operations such as member of medical review panel will be an asset.

Deadline for submission is June 18th, 2018. All Applications should be addressed to:

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD SALT MILLS PLAZA PROVIDENCIALES TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS BRITISH WEST INDIES EMAIL: RECRUITMENT@TCINHIP.TC

JUBA SOUND is seeking to employ a

GM MECHANIC SHOP

MECHANIC

$8.00 per hour Fixing Auto Mobiles

PAINTER

URY CO.

MASON

$7.00 per hour Laying Blocks and plaster CONTACT: 232-2001 OR EMAIL: PAULA.CUMBERBATCH@GMAIL. COM Belongers are encourage to submit a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board 12319

Painting Rooms for homes and Businesses Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 247-0801

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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EACH COMPANY IS LOOKING FOR SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSONS TO FILL THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: WILLIAMS CATERING SERVICES

WAITRESS COOK

GORDON SUPPLY STORE CLERK LABOURER THE LODGINGS VILLA HOUSEKEEPER

PROVO ELECTRIC

LABOURER PLUMBER ELECTRICIAN

SUNSHINE EQUIPMENT TRUCK DRIVER Starting Salary $6.25

Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 or call Tel # 946-4726 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible. 12437 TRIPLE “S”

TOUCH OF CLASS BEAUTY SALON

Seeking:

AIRPORT ROAD

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Principles, practices and techniques of medical case management • Principles and practices of strategic, long-term business planning • Principles and practices of effective management and supervision • Good Problem Solving Skills • Human Relations • Strong written and oral skills including computer literacy in the main processing, spreadsheet and presentation graphics programmes.

SUPERIOR PAINTING

is seeking to employ a

1 MASON Salary is $8.00 per hour Required to work weekends and holidays Only Belongers need to apply

CONTRACT -649 946-8876

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UNITY ONLINE SERVICES FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST HAIR DRESSING Salary: 250 per week

CONTACT: 244-0469 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labour Board

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12452

WE ARE ONE DOWNTOWN Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning the store Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-7177 OR EMAIL: VANSTIRESHOP@ GMAIL.COM

LIGHT AND SOUND STUDIO TECHNICIAN

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 342-8441 OR EMAIL: SWANHERBERT69@ GMAIL.COM 12352

Belongers are encourage to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board

Salary: $350 per week

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PERFORMING ARTS TEACHER REQUIRED We provide after school and weekend classes in ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, musical theatre, voice and drama to children of 5 -16 years of age, as well as providing a thriving toddler and adult program. We are looking for an energetic person, with teaching capabilities across all subjects. Applicants should be willing to teach up to 30 hours per week (Monday to Saturday), starting September 2018.

YOU WILL NEED:

• Either a teacher qualification with an organization such as ISTD / LAMDA, or a

Invite applications for the following positions:

TEACHERS

degree in a related subject. • At least 2 years experience teaching children and adults • A proven track record in our core subjects (ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop, musical theatre, voice, drama.) • Salary commensurate with experience

REQUIREMENTS

Please send a cover letter and CV/resume to provoperformingarts@gmail.com New position. New permit application. Islanders with qualifications and experience invited to apply. Closing Date: June 16th, 2018

• Must be a committed Christian preferable of Baptist faith • A minimum qualification of a Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university • Valid teacher’s certification or diploma in education

COMPENSATION:

Base on Qualifications and experience $1,350.00 - $1,500.00

JANITOR / CLEANER:

To provide janitorial services at the school 5 days per week at $6.75 per hr

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Provo Performing Arts School. Graceway IGA Shopping Plaza. Leeward Highway. Providenciales. Telephone: (649) 343-4716 Email: provoperformingarts@gmail.com

PROVO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

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Applications must be made in writing along with full Curriculum Vita and names of at least three (3) references to: Provo Christian School, P.O. Box 305 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Email: info@provochristianschool.com 12473

PARADISE DESIGNS Industrial Park, Provo, is looking for qualified applicants for the following position

CERAMIC ARTIST ASSISTANT

You must know how to paint and will train in other areas of ceramics. You will need to wear a mask/ ventilator for safety. You will need to work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.50 per hour INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN EMAIL APPLICATIONS TO CLAYVOYAGE@HOTMAIL.COM

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SOKOL LTD. A Private Villa

(1) HOUSEKEEPER JOB SUMMARY: To ensure standards of cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness are maintained throughout the villas. Must be able to evaluate and ensure guest satisfaction and report and solve any guest problems immediately. Setting and maintaining standards of service commensurate with the standing of the villas. Managing a stock control and ordering system to ensure availability of

stock and cost control to maintain costs to a minimum.

EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF

QUALIFICATIONS • 5 years minimum Housekeeper and customer service experience required • Strong organizational skills required • The ability to lift heavy objects and stand for long periods of time • Great customer service skills

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Interested applicants should have a clean police record and submit their resume with qualifications and experience to: info@saunders.tc , the T.C. I Employment Services and Labour Department. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

• Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or 8 + years industry equivalent experience. • Computer literate, functional on Excel, Ms-Word and Quickbooks and Micros. • Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

KITCHEN LABOURER SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be consistently punctual for work. • Maintain a clean work station throughout shift. • Must maintain a clean, well kept appearance upon arrival and through out shifts. • Must be able to multi task in a fast pace, high pressure environment. • Be able to stand on one’s feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds or more without physical restrictions. • Be available to work days and nights, holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule • Must demonstrate proficiency with kitchen knife • Must be able to take direction from superiors • Clean all floors in front and back of house at opening and closing • Must be able to communicate in English • Must be polite and cordial to coworkers and guests at all times • Understanding of fundamental math with ability to effectively measure and

or weigh ingredients as per recipes.

DUTIES:

• Work with staff members to assure that the restaurant is clean and well maintained throughout the duration of their shift. • Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef or other Management personnel to maintain a clean, safe environment for all employees to work in. • Available to work all days of the week

Be able to assist the Executive Chef in all capacities to include: • Work in a high pressure environment with calm, effective leadership • Planning and execution of special events. • Precise knife skills • Assist Chef in the preparation and execution of all desserts. • Produce all breakfast, lunch and dinner items with expert precision. • Cook entire menu on the line during service, including meats to temperature specifications. • Execute a proper sanitation procedure to insure that high quality food is served that accurately represents the Café. • Prepare and execute specials based on the Café’s Tex-Mex cuisine. • Be versed in a large variety of cooking techniques to include: braising, sautéing, frying, steaming, poaching, and sauce making. • Receive food orders from various vendors, checking for quality and pricing. • Be able to stand on ones feet for 10 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds without physical restrictions. • Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL REQUIREMENTS:

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Work with other kitchen staff members to execute food when called upon to do basic preparatory tasks that contribute to the overall team atmosphere of the kitchen. • Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. • Understand that they are not permitted to leave property without first attaining permission from proper authority (manager)

Applicants are to apply in person with a CV at Somewhere Café located at Coral Gardens Resort. For directions call 649 941 8260. 12478

• Assist Chef in the training of kitchen staff to encourage growth in a positive environment. • Be sensitive to the needs of staff members and maintain a professional demeanor • Assist Chef in the ordering of food through a variety of vendors • Assist Chef with weekly and monthly inventory of items and work with the Chef to calculate food costs • Maintain a positive environment in the kitchen to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace The Sous Chef should be a natural leader who is seeking to assist others in improving their cooking ability, and also to develop strong people skills. An ambitious person who is a comfortable communicator with a confident skill set. The Sous Chef needs to be a self starter that can lead the kitchen in the Chefs absence. The right candidate should be able to open the kitchen in the morning, or be the last to leave the kitchen at night. Prioritizing and executing prep items based on the restaurants needs. He or She will assure that foods are properly labeled with the date and prep item name and consistently rotated, and stored for future use. Oversee and participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. 12448

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WILSON’S GROCERIES ENT

The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of qualified person to fill the following position.

FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install and maintain fire alarm, burglary alarm, integrated access control, including IP Camera Network Surveillance Systems. • Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements • Computer and Systems Programing

QUALIFICATIONS:

Clean the store Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-5872

12474

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in fire and burglary alarm systems, and IP computer Network Surveillance Systems w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering /degree /certificates • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess a valid TCI driver’s license; • Must be able to work with minimum supervision • Must be able to work Holidays, on call and after hours Salary starts @ $2500

BAYSIDE CAR RENTAL

JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT

Salary: $6.25 per hour

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER CONTACT: 441-5995

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• • • • • • • •

June 9-15, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

Invoicing and Quotation Preparation Collection and Bills Payments Inventory Management Petty Cash Management Payroll Preparation Bookkeeping and Budget Preparation Bank Reconciliation Other functions as assigned by the Chairman

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12487

CARIBBEAN BUILDERS

QUALIFICATIONS:

SECURITY OFFICER

LABOURER

Clean the debris from site, mix mud. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-0065

QUALIFICATIONS:

All interested applicants should submit all the requirements not later than 25th of June 2018 to:

CHAIRMAN SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address: spencesecurity@tciway.tc Tel. No. 946-4730

CONTACT: 232-2227

1 LABOURER 1 STORE CLERK Salary: $232-5144

CONTACT:

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

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

12457

12460

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

B&J RESTAURANT WHEELAND Is seeking to employ

2 BARMAIDS Duty is to serve drinks Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 243- 2240 OR EMAIL: JEANFRITZNERSOUVENIR@ YAHOO.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

12495

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

ALPHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER After School Care. Cleaning up Salary: $800 per month

CONTACT: 9414434 OR EMAIL: ACA2006@LIVE.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12491

CAICOS CAFÉ

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

WAITRESS

CLEANER

To serve food and clean tables. Salary: $7.00 per hour. Must be able to work weekends and holidays

Providenciales Acting on behalf of our client who is seeking the following Is seeking to employ a

Duty is to keep the house clean. Salary: $6.25 per hour or Email: musgrovecarol6@ hotmail.com

CONTACT: 241-5922

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

12497

12461

12496

SANA PLUMBING

GRAND TURK is looking for a

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CAPTAIN HOOKS EUROPEAN STYLIST Is looking for a

HAIRDRESSER

MASON salary rate of $8.50 per hour, this position is for renewal of

CONTACT : (649) 241 3674

12492

12480

Washing Dishes Salary: $6.25 per hour

THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ

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

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit Resume with Cover Letter, Diplomas/Certificates, Employment and Training Certificates, Police Clearance, Colored copy of passport to Spence Security office.

DISHWASHER

3 J’S ENTERPRISE

CONTACT: 946-5278 OR EMAIL: CAICOSCAFE@TCIWAY.TC Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

• Should have minimum of 3 years military/police experience or 4 years security officer experience • Should have a Security Training Certificate • Must have an excellent English verbal and written Communication Skills. • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports. • Must have clear Criminal Record • A valid TCI Driver’s License is an advantage. Salary starts @ $6.50 per hour

BLUE HILLS is seeking to employ a

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

CHALK SOUND Is seeking to employ a

• A graduate in Business/Accounting related degree. • Must have a minimum of 10 years related experience, Security Company Experience is an advantage. • Knowledge in Accounting Procedures and Systems. • Must have a knowledge in accounting programs e.g. QuickBooks Enterprise • Must have an excellent English verbal and written Communication Skills. • Possession of a valid TCI driver’s license is preferred. • Must be able to work with minimum supervision Salary starts @ $2,500/month

WINKEY’S CATERING

for men and women, haircut, styling, color and wedding styles. • European training, haircut and color diploma • 5 years’ experience • Available to work 9am -7pm weekends and

holidays (schedules changes) • Bilingual French or Spanish • Must have own vehicles and a valid driver’s license Salary: $1700 per month

Contact: Maxime 649-946-5093 or Email: maximelesalos@gmail.com

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12463

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DAVIS CONSTRUCTION KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

DEBORAH EWING BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DORIS AGINGU Is seeking a full time

DORLINE JACQUES GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Picking up tools, Clean debris from area and mix cement. Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 232-5420 OR EMAIL: GR-1-DAVIS@ HOTMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12460

PARKER’S VARIETY STORE Seeking the employment for the following:

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-6325 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12470

PROPRIETOR'S STRATA PLAN #41 MANAGEMENT CO. LTD is looking for a

SALES PERSON

Responsibilities include helping customers in making choices and assisting them to locate items they want to buy, providing info about products they are interested in, and must have knowledge of service and products. Salary: $275 per week CONTACT: MARGARETANN PARKER, 526 BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES , 331-6993 OR EMAIL: MARGARETANN@YAHOO.COM A work permit holder currently holds this position. Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board

12485

DOMESTIC WORKER

To work at a Condo in Grace Bay. Duties to include but not limited to: General office and household cleaning and maintenance. Supervision of one child care. Hourly rate $6.50 PLEASE SEND RESUME TO DEE@ TCSOTHEBYSREALTY.COM This position is for work permit renewal 12502

to work 7 days a week. Schedule work hours: 7 am to 5pm. Salary: $400.00 per week.

PLEASE CONTACT 941-3082 12500

ISLAND DRILLING SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour

To maintain the upkeep of the yard. Salary: $8.00 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 241-0228

CONTACT: 246-1721

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

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

12446

12486

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

SITE SUPERVISOR Forman, Co-ordinate the guys on site

MECHANIC

Repairing Vehicles Salary: Based on experience EMAIL: ISLANDDRILLINGLTD@ GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

12484

ROSELEE MISICK LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

NANNY/ DOMESTIC WORKER

GARDENER

NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ

2 LABOURERS

CONSTRUCTION

HELPER

HOLTON WILLIAMS

“OF COUNSEL” ATTORNEY REQUIRED

To do housekeeping and babysitting. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-5170 OR EMAIL: JOYMISICK@HOTMAIL.COM

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

12454

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Prudhoe Caribbean is seeking a Commonwealth qualified lawyer to fill an “of Counsel” position at a senior level. Preference will be given to suitably qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders. The position is new one and therefore is currently held neither by a Turks & Caicos Islander nor a holder of a current work permit.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

LINE COOK NEEDED SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Cook eggs and other breakfast items to order to customer’s specification. • Cook lunch and dinner items to order to customer’s specification to include, but not limited to: • Cooking meats to temperature such as hamburgers and steaks • Produce salads, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and other • Tex - Mex items that appear on the menu at Somewhere Café and Lounge. • Assist with prepping foods for service by following recipe standards, strong knife skills and proper sanitation to produce high quality food that accurately represents the Café. • Work with other kitchen staff members to execute food, prioritize steps,

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Barrister / trial advocate / solicitor (the latter with significant advocacy experience). • Fluent language skills in at least 1 non-English language. • Must be eligible for admission to the TCI Bar (subject only to the required period of supervised practice).

and contribute to the overall team atmosphere of the kitchen. • Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. • Cook on the line, during service in a high pressure environment, executing food to order in an ala minute kitchen according to the ticket in a timely manner. • Be able to stand on ones feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 25 pounds or more without physical restrictions. • Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule. • Belongers given preference Pay Commensurate with Experience

If any interested party is in doubt as to his or her eligibility as a result of requisite the feel free to arrange a confidential call via the email address given below.

SALARY

Remuneration package on offer will depend on demonstrated and relevant experience; it has a significant element of commission. Frequent overseas travel required, usually on short notice. Hours of work would reflect the demands of court work and preparation for same. As noted above, preference will be given to suitably qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders. Qualified applicants should submit their CV / resume via email to:

jobs@prudhoecaribbean.com

Submit resume, certifications and current police record in person to be considered to:

cfabara@somewherecafeandlounge.com

The successful applicant is likely to have 20+ years of post-qualified experience in practice and will have a proven track record of the following: (1) training and mentoring junior lawyers (2) offshore and cross-border civil, commercial and insolvency litigation at all of (i) interlocutory, (ii) trial and (iii) appellate levels (3) input on legislative changes and related innovation (4) working under significant pressure of time for demanding onshore and other clients.

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WITH A COPY TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

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June 9-15, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS SARAH SIMMONS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

SPA NADIA

SHERMAN CLARKE Bottle Creek, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

COSMETOLOGIST HAIRDRESSING

IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

GARDENERS • Join a relaxed and friendly 35 team workforce and enjoy one of the highest wage and bonus packages on the island. • Our 98 room resort popularity and

occupancy is growing year after year resulting in high distribution of service charges and • NO SlOW SEASON LAYOFFS

jgarland@portsofcallresort.com

Salary Commensurate with Qualification & Experience

BERNADETTE BENJAMIN BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BAY BISTRO

12493

BAY BISTRO

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ

Must be willing to work 5 days per week. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-9340

Resumes can be dropped off at hotel or emailed to

Position Currently held by work permit Holders

DOMESTIC WORKER

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ

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

CONTACT: 245-0084 OR EMAIL: ED.CLARKE@GMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

ALCICA DUVERNA

ALBERT MUSGROVE

12488

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

ALEISA MUSGROVE-GODDARD

GARDENER Yard maintenance, raking, planting, weeding, and seed sowing. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 341-3682 Belongers are encouraged to

send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12523

WAITRESS Organize the Restaurant; Serve Food and Drinks; Clean Tables. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 946-5396 EMAIL: JOANANDCLIVE@ YAHOO.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12508

LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning the house. Run Errands. Taking care of toddler. Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $600 per month

CONTACT: 232-5641 OR EMAIL: MALEISA@HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12499

PUBLIC NOTICE This is a public service announcement from Provo Water Company Bills for the 3rd June, 2018 are now available. Please pay this bill by Monday June 18th, 2018 to avoid disruption to your service. Paying Your Bill Bills can be paid directly at Provo Water Company Office in Grace Bay Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3:00pm (until further notice) while we are still preparing for the final migration to our new system. • Bills paid by online banking must be paid not later than 3 days before the due date. You can now pay via RBC as a new addition to our online payment options. • Bills paid at Grace-way Supermarkets must be paid not later than 24 hours before the due date. In the unfortunate event you are disconnected for delinquency: • The full amount plus the required reconnection fee must be settled before the service resumes. • Service will resume the same day for accounts paid up before 12 Noon • Service will resume the following morning for accounts paid up after 12 Noon. Reconnections will not take place after hours.

Contact Customer Service Department on 946-5202 or 649-339-9282.12498

Cleaning the house Salary: $6.25 per hour

MAID

Duties include, washing, cleaning and ironing. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1227 Belongers are encouraged to

send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12506

12481

ELIZABETH SQUARE, VENETIAN ROAD Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER

Installing Roof; House Fixtures; Installing cabinets; building frame work for doors, windows and walls. Salary: $9.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0271

EMAIL: ALBERTMUSGROVE2010@ HOTMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

12510

coloring hair extensions Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 941-8342

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

12475

VHT RADIO TURKS AND CAICOS PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning the studio Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 333-0782

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

12501

SOUS CHEF JOB SUMMARY

Will be second in command in our kitchen, following the Executive Chef’s specifications and guidelines. The successful candidate will employ his/ her culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing the Resort’s guest’s satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help in the preparation and design of all food and drinks menus • Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner that meets the Resort’s quality standards • Fill in for the Executive Chef

in planning and directing food preparation when necessary

REQUIREMENTS

• 6 years’ experience as a Sous Chef • Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures • Excellent record of kitchen and staff management • Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS) • BS degree in Culinary science or related certificate would be a plus

Please note that all applications must be submitted with a valid police record, and copies of all educational certifications. Applicants must be willing to relocate and live in South Caicos. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. Beginning salary commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should submit their resume with qualifications and experience to: info@saunders.tc and the TCI Employment Services and Labour Department. 12503

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SOKOL LTD.

TURKS & CAICOS AIRWAYS HANDLING

is looking to hire a

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

HOUSEKEEPER The position requires the following of the successful candidate (1) high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness are maintained throughout three high-end villas (2) must be able to evaluate and ensure guest satisfaction and report and solve any guest problem immediately (3) must set and maintain standards of service commensurate with the standing of the villas. (4) managing a stock control and ordering system to ensure availability of stock and cost control to maintain costs to a minimum. QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years minimum Housekeeping and Customer Service experience • Strong organizational skills • Must be able to work independently and stand for long

periods of time • Must be flexible and able to work on weekends and holidays • Must possess great customer service skills

We are currently seeking to fill the following positions within our organization:

Customer Service Agents

With a warm and friendly personality, customer service focused, great communication skills, computer literate, highly trainable and a quick leaner. Starting salary: $8.50 per hour (This position is currently held by a work permit holder)

Customer Service Supervisor

Starting salary: $2,860.00 to $3,500.00

PUBLIC NOTICE The Ministry of Border Control and Employment is reminding employers, as well as the general public, that the Immigration Ordinance 2015 which was brought into force on April 1, 2016 established new conditions for advertising jobs which must be met when recruiting new staff or seeking a work permit renewal. For clarity, Section 28(2) of the Immigration Ordinance states the following: The advertisement condition is satisfied if the employer has advertised the position in at least two consecutive issues of a newspaper published in and sold or distributed on the islands and the advertisement – a. describes the nature of the position available in sufficient detail to enable persons reading the advertisement to have a reasonable indication of the nature of the work and conditions of employment; b. contains the name of the employer and details of the whereabouts of the office or other places to which the application is to be submitted together with contact details, including telephone and fax numbers and an email address; c. sets out clearly the salary package relating to the position; d. invites prospective applicants who are islanders to send copies of their applications to the Board; and e. state whether the position is currently held by a work permit holder. All employment and recruitment agencies when placing ads need to identify in the ads who the potential employer will be. N.B. Failure to meet these requirements will result in applications not being accepted by the Customer Service Center.

Website: http://www.gov.tc/work-permits Email address: infobordercontrol@gov.tc

Ramp Agents

Quick learner, highly trainable, must be able to lift over 50lbs, must have a driver’s license. Starting salary: $8.50 per hour All applicants must have graduated High School, have a clean police record, valid passport and able to travel internationally. Only belongers need apply.

Or submit resume to Immigration Board-Providenciales Only persons who are committed and serious about working need apply.

12504

WORK PERMIT ADVERTISEMENT REQUIREMENT

(This position is currently held by a work permit holder)

Please submit your resume to our offices upstairs Town Centre Mall, Providenciales or email us at denise@tcahandling.com Tel:649-941-5353 Fax 649-941-5781.

Interested applicants must have a clean police record and submit their applications with a copy of their CV to:info@saunders.tc or via facsimile at 941-4533 and to the T.C.I Employment Services and Labour Department. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

For further information or questions please refer to the following;

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EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

• • • •

Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or 8 + years industry equivalent experience. Computer literate, functional on Excel, Ms-Word and Quickbooks and Micros. Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish First Aid Training

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• • • •

Assist Chef in the training of kitchen staff to encourage growth in a positive environment. Be sensitive to the needs of staff members and maintain a professional demeanor Assist Chef in the ordering of food through a variety of vendors Assist Chef with weekly and monthly inventory of items and work with the Chef to calculate food costs • Maintain a positive environment in the kitchen to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace The Sous Chef should be a natural leader who is seeking to assist others in improving their cooking ability, and also to develop strong people skills. An ambitious person who is a comfortable communicator with a confident skill set. The Sous Chef needs to be a self starter that can lead the kitchen in the Chefs absence. The right candidate should be able to open the kitchen in the morning, or be the last to leave the kitchen at night. Prioritizing and executing prep items based on the restaurants needs. He or She will assure that foods are properly labeled with the date and prep item name and consistently rotated, and stored for future use. Oversee and participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. 12483

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C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Acting on behalf of our client Randy Duncanson who Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Yard work, gardening,

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ

CAROLINA PHARMACY

Salary - $150.00/Week Contact Information - (649) 245-9727

PHARMACIST

SOUTH CAICOS, TCI

Serving food and drinks Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5922

Email: musgrovecarol6@ hotmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board

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LONG BAY EXPRESS

CONTACT: 332-0771

EMAIL: YUJAR.232.@ HOTMAIL.COM

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DOMINIQUE HAIR CENTER

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ

LONG BAY is seeking to employ a

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ

2 PEDICURISTS

• Duties: treatment of nails, light feet massage, Cleaning and sterilizing the work environment

2 PEDICURIST 1 COSMETOLOGIST 1 NAIL TECHNICIAN 2 HAIRSTYLISTS

1 NAIL TECHNICIAN

LABOURER Salary: 6.25 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 941-8111

CAICOS FISHERIES

2 BARMAIDS

house fixtures. Salary: $6.50 per hour

• Trained in the application and removal of acrylic nails and decorating of nails • Sterilizing tools and work environment

2 HAIRSTYLISTS

• Must be able to do creative styling, blow out and treatment of hair Salary: $6.25 per hour

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CONTACT: 946-5123

Email: dominiquehaircenter@ gmail.com Belongers and encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. Renewals and New positons

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 946-5123

or Email; dominiquehaircenter@ gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board

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• Responsible for providing safe and appropriate pharmacy services in a retail pharmacy • Experience with and knowledge of computer and Kroll Software • Excellent communication skills • Able to work independently • Proficient in English Language. However, a second language will be an asset • Must be willing to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends in rotation • Be able to manage, supervise and train pharmacy support staff

AC TECHINICAN

Interest persons must submit their applications before June 22, 2018 to: Human Resources Manager Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport Telephone# 649-941-8692, Fax# 9415996. Email: hrrecruitment@tciairports.com

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelors of Science n pharmacy from an accredited University • Ten (10) years of experience in retail pharmacy • Eligible for registration Health Practioners Board Turks and Caicos Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

HAIRSTYLIST HAIRDRESSING Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 345-8241

OR EMAIL: ERIKA.DW@ HOTMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board 12471

ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY Dempsey and Company is in quest of an associate attorney with at least 15 years pqe with extensive experience in conveyancing, commercial, residential development work, also corporate and commercial law. Experience in new condominium sales, re-sales, residential and commercial property an advantage. Applicant must be an excellent communicator, willing to work long hours including weekends and holidays. Subject to experience, salary commencing at US$55K. Interested Belonger’s must submit copies of all qualification and experiences to The Manager, at P.O. Box 97, Caribbean Place, Providenciales, Fax 649 946 4564, with a copy to Department of Labour, Providenciales. Position currently held by a work permit holder.

TE-ANN ASTWOOD GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

JOB VACANCIES

This Position Reports to the Engineering and Maintenance Manager Diagnose causes of problems and/or failures in air conditioning systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems repair and/or replacement needs. Installs air conditioning equipment and systems for the purpose of providing enhanced and/or upgraded capabilities. Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition. Performs routine and preventive maintenance as needed for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of HVAC systems. Repairs air conditioning systems and/or components (e.g. pumps, motors, air handlers, fan coils, piping, etc.) Responds to emergency situations during or after working hours, not limited to holidays and day offs. Ability to Travel throughout the Turks & Caicos Islands for the purpose of installing, repairing and maintaining HVAC systems at airports located on other islands. Salary: $36, 894.00 per annum

• To do daily auditing and submit reports, both on a weekly and monthly basis

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Is seeking to employ three (3)

TERMINAL CLEANER

OLD AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

FAX YOUR RESUME TO 649-941-3338 EMAIL: CAROLINAPHARMACY@YAHOO.COM

THELEMA BUILDERS LTD

This Position Reports to the Terminal Manager/Cleaning Supervisor The cleaner performs janitorial duties to include terminal and landside surroundings. Cleans building floors by sweeping, moping, scrubbing, waxing and polishing them Using electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish and spray clean floors (after receiving proper instruction and training). Salary: $7.00 per hour

D’DIVA SALON

Seeking a qualified

EXPERIENCED CARPENTERS Salary: $12.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-4210

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To perform household duties, like cooking, cleaning and errands providing care for children Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-3181 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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MENELIK ASTWOOD

GRAND TURK IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER MUST BE WILLING TO WORK 5 DAYS PER WEEK SALARY $6.50 PER HR. JOB DESCRIPTION: THE INDIVIDUAL IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DAY TO DAY CLEANING AND ORGANISING, AS WELL AS STACKING GROCERIES ON THE SHELVES, LIFTING BOXES ETC. MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ON WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS IF NECESSARY.

CONTACT #242-3005

HOLDER IS CURRENTLY ON WORK PERMIT 16514

LABOURER REQUIRED • Experienced Labourer is needed to work six days a week. • Applicants must speak English, must be fit and able and must have substantial experience with general labourer and maintenance duties around a home. • Salary commences at $6.25 per hour. This advertisement is required for a work permit renewal application for this position.

All suitably qualified TC Islanders are requested to submit resumes/portfolios to PO Box 560, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI or send by fax to 946 4663. Prospective TC Islander applicants are also free to lodge a copy of their applications with the Labour Board.

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James passes Jordan for most 30-point postseason games

Although he is set to lose the NBA finals against the Golden State Warriors, Lebron James had broken a few finals record this post season.

LEBRON James passed Michael Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA playoff history by scoring 33 points in the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 110-102 Game 3 Finals loss to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. James set the mark by hitting a 3-pointer with 1 minute, 57 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter to draw the Cavs within one point, at 101-100. It was the closest they would get for the rest of the night.

SUN & FUN SEASPORTS LTD Caicos Marine Shipyard, Long Bay Is seeking to hire a

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

• Must have a degree in business Administration • Must possess leadership skills • Must be computer literate • 3-5 years of Sales and Marketing Experience • 5-8 years of Management Experience • Practical Experience in boating and PWC (Personal Water Crafting)

• Must be fluent in English, written and speech • Compensation is based on qualifications and experience • Sun and Fun offers a base salary of $125 per day plus bonus. Working hours is 9-6 and must be available to work weekends and holidays

CONTACT: 242-7343 EMAIL: RICHARGERVAIS@HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encourage to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board

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EXPERIENCED SENIOR PARALEGAL WANTED FOR BUSY COMMERCIAL LEGAL OFFICE IN PROVIDENCIALES Experienced Senior Paralegal required to act as Paralegal to property/commercial partner with at least fifteen years’ experience. Dictaphone typing skills (speed and accuracy essential) with a demonstrated ability to type +100 w.p.m. Experience and knowledge of dealing independently with clients and all forms of contracts, commercial and property, security documentation, corporate management, legal accounting systems, commonly used word processing systems, file management systems, and office equipment is essential. Must be able to work unsupervised with excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Must have vehicle and clean driving record. Must be able to work overtime when required.

Finals. All other players in Finals history have logged a combined four 30-point tripledoubles. James has now registered at

least 25 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists in each of his past 10 Finals games. No other player in Finals history has even done that in two consecutive games.

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FR CONSTRUCTION BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

SOUTH DOCK

Acting on behalf of our client Joseph Skippings who is seeking the following

LABOURER

Removing of debris and garbage from job site, preparing the site for work, loading and off-loading and delivering materials. Salary: $6.25 per hour

Mixing cement. Cleaning debris from construction site. Cutting and holding wood. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-2548

CONTACT: 232-1001 OR EMAIL: PAULA. CUMBERBATCH@GMAIL.COM

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

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This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

Ocean Club Resorts is looking for qualified applicants for the following vacant positions:

• Property Services Attendant (Outdoor Janitor) • Pool & Beach Attendant • Housekeeper • Painter Qualified applicants are also invited to submit resumes for the following positions currently held by persons on work permit:

• Gardener • Janitor • Labourer

All positions involve strenuous physical labor, which requires being able and willing to perform heavy lifting, and other physically demanding functions. Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands.

Remuneration based on experience – commencing $40K per annum. Belongers only need apply. All suitably qualified TC Islanders are requested to submit resumes/ portfolios to the Managing Partner

• • • •

P O Box 560, Regent House West, Regent Village Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax (649) 946-4663 Email: mslaw@tciway.tc

Prospective TC Islander applicants are also free to lodge a copy of their applications with the Labour Board. This advertisement is required for a work permit renewal application for this position.

James has hit the 30-point mark 110 times out of the 238 career playoff games he has suited up for. Jordan had 109 30-point games in the 179 career playoff games he competed in. Last spring, James passed Jordan for first place in alltime postseason points. Including Wednesday, James has 6,888 career playoff points. Jordan is No. 2, with 5,987. However, Jordan’s 33.4 points per game playoff average eclipses James’ 28.9 points per game mark in the postseason. James finished with 33 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds in Game 3, accounting for his 10th tripledouble in the NBA Finals, adding to his all-time record (Magic Johnson is second, with eight). It was his fifth 30-point triple-double in the

Must be able to speak English fluently. Preference will be given to someone with previous resort experience. All applicants must be able to present a clean Police Record if offered a position. Wage commensurate with experience.

Drop off resume or pick up application at Ocean Club or Ocean Club West, alternatively send to:

diane@oceanclubresorts.com or Fax: 1-649-946-5845 Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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All TC Islanders are invited to copy their resumes to the Immigration and Labor Departments.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES WINDSONG ON THE REEF

Stubbs Road is seeking a suitable qualified applicant to fill the following positions:

Executive Chef DUTIES:

Hands on position requiring participation in meal preparation, ordering food and associated products, staff scheduling and directing sanitation. Direct responsibility for menu production, recipes, and plate appeal. Participate in and monitor food dept. budgets with responsibility of producing budgeted food cost and labor expense in order to achieve scheduled profit matched with customer satisfaction. Management of and handling catering operation, private chef and private dining programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 3 years as Executive Chef or senior kitchen management with duties as stated above, verifiable track record of maintaining industry standard food and labor costs in a profitable facility over a min of 2 years of continuous employment in one facility within the last 5 years. Must be highly skilled and capable of training kitchen staff and producing exciting offerings that please our hotel guests. Salary: $ 38,000 per year salary, plus service charge Please email resume to: Jim Molter Windsong Resort jim@ windsongresort.com. Please respond no later than June 30, 2018. All qualified applicants will be interviewed. Prospective applicants who are Belongers are asked to send copies of your applications to the Labor Board

Housekeeping Manager GENERAL JOB DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Planning, organizing and directing team members to ensure the highest degree of guest satisfaction. • Conducting orientation training and in-service training to explain policies, work procedures and Brand Standards. • Evaluates records to forecast department personnel requirements. Daily supervision of the housekeeping including turndown service and laundry. • Responsible for monthly inventory. • Conduct preventative maintenance inspection of all rooms and public spaces and prepare punch list and work orders. • Prepare reports concerning room occupancy, payroll, and department expenses. Develop and maintain the housekeeping budget. • Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and conduct whilst ensuring that annual quality control inspections scores are surpassed or met. • Knowledge of OSHA and safety standards within Housekeeping department. • Ensure conformance to brand standards and quality assurance • Participate in Manager on Duty Program. Flexible work shifts that will include scheduled coverage of Turndown shift.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/JOB QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

• Demonstratable knowledge of housekeeping operation including advanced knowledge of housekeeping process and procedures, terminologies. Knowledge of budgeting and cost control. • Knowledge of Quality Control Benchmarks and the ability to implement control standards and procedures. • Familiarization with international quality control brand standards. • Previous experience managing a team of housekeeping employees through motivation, coaching and development. • Proven experience managing housekeeping department of 20+ employees. • Capable of using independent judgment/solid decision-making skills ability. • Proven comfort and experience to interact effectively with all levels

of management, guests and associates. • Proficiency with general office PC and Property Management Systems • Demonstrated sound organizational, coordinating and personal interface skills. • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills • Demonstratable knowledge of chemicals • Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication and attention to detail. Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, and holidays. Education and Formal Training: Hospitality Degree and professional training

Simona Halep was French Open runner up in 2014 and 2017.

French Open 2018: Halep to play Stephens in final

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in all aspects of Housekeeping in a large, multi-use facility required, with at least 3 years of Management experience at a 4* or 5* property. • Salary commensurate with experience between $36000 and $42000, plus service charge.

Housekeeping Supervisor* GENERAL JOB DUTIES BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Supervise housekeeping staff to the standard of Windsong. • Train and direct housekeeping staff to ensure full compliance of brand and quality standards • Participate in monthly inventory and maintain inventories for all product and supplies on a monthly basis • Develop and maintain perpetual inventories for all linens and housekeeping supplies and equipment. • Conduct quality inspection and prepare work orders for maintenance repairs. • Work closely with maintenance and front to ensure that all guest and property requests are fulfilled • Maintain pest control program for housekeeping • Prepare weekly schedules and timesheets. • Assist with cleaning activities during slow periods and times of exceptional high occupancy. • Monitor Turndown Service

SKILL REQUIREMENT

• Minimum of 5 years housekeeping supervisory experience at a 4* or 5* property • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Possess basic math skills • Working knowledge of Property Management Systems and computer application • Ability to multi task. Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, and holidays. • CPR and First Aid trainings

OTHER AVAILABLE JOB POSITIONS:

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Room Attendant/ Housekeeper* Houseman* Cooks * Dish washer/ Kitchen cleaner* Gardener *

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

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Minimum of 4 years in the specialized field Ability to lift up to 65 pounds Excellent written and communication skills Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, and holidays.

*Prospective applicants who are Belongers are asked to send copies of your applications to the Labor Board. Some positions are currently being held by Work Permit Holders. Only qualified Belongers should apply. *Salary commensurate with experience between $6.50-$11 per hour. Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Email resume and cover letter to admin@windsongresort.com Fax: 649-941-5519. Telephone 649-333-7700 12527

World number one Simona Halep has another chance to finally land her first Grand Slam title after beating Garbine Muguruza in the French Open semi-finals. The Romanian, 26, won 6-1 6-4 against the Spanish third seed. She will now face Sloane Stephens in Saturday’s final after the US Open champion beat Madison Keys 6-4 6-4. Halep has lost three previous Grand Slam finals, including two at Roland Garros in 2014 and 2017. The Romanian arrived in Paris as the top seed and the leading player on the WTA Tour this year, hoping this would be the moment she finally lands her first major. She further proved her credentials with a dominant, yet gutsy, win over 2016 champion Muguruza, who failed to hold serve in the first set. “I think I played one of my best matches on clay,” Halep said. “Every day I play better and that makes me happy.” One thing Halep will not want to dwell on is the fact she has won only one of her past eight finals - including a defeat by Jelena Ostapenko in last year’s Roland Garros showpiece. Halep also lost to five-time Grand Slam champion Maria Sharapova in 2014, while she was also beaten in this year’s Australian Open final by Caroline Wozniacki. “I have more experience now,” she said. “I feel calm. I feel that I have to enjoy this victory because it’s a great match. “And I have two more days until I will play the final. So I will relax and then we will see what is going to happen Saturday. But for sure, I will fight for every ball.” (BBC)

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Hayden Williams was the Grade Seven individual winner.

A picture taken on Tuesday shows a poster erected on a main street in Hebron denouncing the fixture between Argentina and Israel.

Anger in Israel after Argentina cancels football match ARGENTINA has called off a preWorld Cup exhibition match with Israel following political pressure and claims of threats towards players, sparking outrage from Israeli officials. Argentina’s players decided to pull out of the game, which was scheduled to take place in Jerusalem on Saturday, “in solidarity” with superstar teammate Lionel Messi, Argentinian President Mauricio Macri told CNN en Español on Wednesday. Palestinian officials were outraged by the decision to hold the match in the contested city. On Sunday, Palestinian Football Association chief Jibril Rajoub launched a campaign against the Argentine Football Association (AFA) -- and specifically Messi -- and called on people to burn T-shirts of the soccer player. “The AFA’s acceptance to play with Israel in Jerusalem have reminded us all of how Israel uses sports as a tool to whitewash its actions,” Rajoub said in a statement Sunday. It was unclear if the Palestinian campaign prompted Messi to quit the fixture, and the star has not publicly commented on the matter. CNN has contacted Messi for comment. Argentina striker Gonzalo Higuain called the decision “the right thing” in an interview on ESPN. “We left it behind us. Good health and common sense come first and we think the right thing was not to go,” Higuain said. An AFA official defended Argentina’s decision to suspend the match as a “positive” development Wednesday. “I find it positive that the match between Argentina and Israel was suspended -- it was the right thing to do, it was not worth it,” Hugo Moyano, Second Vice President of Argentina’s Football Association (AFA) said in an interview with Argentina’s Radio 10.

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“What happens in these places where so many people are killed cannot be accepted by any human being. The families of the players were suffering,” Moyano added. On Wednesday, the Israeli Football Association (IFA) laid the blame for the cancellation squarely on the shoulders of Rajoub. “The Israel Football Association views with severity the physical and brutal threats that crossed every red line made by the head of the Palestinian Association, Jibril Rajoub, and will do everything in its power in the world of football institutions to Make Rajoub and the Palestinian FA accountable,” the IFA said in a statement. During a news conference in Ramallah on Wednesday, Rajoub said, “I don’t think it’s a political victory -- it’s a sports achievement.” He was standing next to a banner that read: “From Palestine, Thank you Messi.” Later, Rajoub told CNN the fault lay with Israel. “The Israelis mixed politics with sport and this is why Argentina canceled the match,” Rajoub said. When the fixture was first announced, a possible venue was the Israeli city of Haifa, but an official involved in promoting the match told CNN the Israeli government made clear it wanted the game to take place in Jerusalem. Israeli President Reuven Rivlin expressed concern over the “politicization” of the issue on Wednesday. “This is indeed a sad morning for the supporters, amongst them some of my grandchildren, but there are values that are bigger even than Messi. The politicization that is apparent on the Argentinian side worries me a lot,” Rivlin said. Israeli Defense Minister Avigdor Liberman described it as “a pity” that Argentina’s players “could not stand up to the pressure that Israel-haters are inciting.”

Grade Five triathlon winners.

International School TCI holds successful mini-triathlon The International School TCI recently held its mini-triathlon and some 80 students competed. Physical Education teacher Benneth Williams, who was the main organiser, said that the idea was to “build upon a triple challenge that pushes our students’ physical and mental perseverance to reach beyond a single discipline.” Students from the various grades competed in swimming, biking and running, which has become one of the high points of the school’s sporting calendar. The grades 1-3 swan 25M, 4-5 50M, and 6-7 100M. Grades 1-3 then rode their bikes ½ mile before running a similar distance, while grades 4-7 biked a mile and ran a mile. Williams said he was happy that

for the organisational support from Run4Fun and the encouragement by parents. “Another attraction is that the sport can be a combination of individual accomplishment and familial support. There’s an incredible bonding among our athletes students at ISTCI when it comes to sporting events. They will go out of their way to help other athletes achieve their individual goals. Thank you Marshalls, Turks and Caicos Royal Police, Flamingo Pharmacy, Teachers, Mrs. Hinks Principal, EMS George Hazel, Grace Bay Pharmacy, Parents and well wishers of our 2nd annual Mini-Triathlon. YOU all are what make our event a positive and safe environment for our participants and we cannot do this without your

support. Thanks again.” Principal of the school, Mrs. Katie Hinks was ecstatic with the event. “I am immensely proud that we are able to hold such an exciting event at our school. I would like to thank the numerous volunteers from the community and our parent body who allowed us to run an event which was exciting and safe. I would like to thank our teachers, but especially Mr. Williams, our Physical Education and Swimming teacher, for organising such an exciting sporting event for our children. Finally, I would like to thank our young athletes, whose enthusiasm, determination and outstanding sportsmanship, were extremely impressive. Well done one and all: we are looking forward to next year’s event already!”

Ronaldo’s wish to leave Real Madrid is ‘irreversible’ - reports CRISTIANO Ronaldo wants to leave Real Madrid this summer and his decision is “irreversible,” according to reports in Portugal. The front page of Diario Record has a photograph of Ronaldo with the headline: “Ronaldo will leave Real - Irreversible decision.” Ronaldo’s contract at the Bernabeu commits him to the reigning European champions until June 2021. Record claims that the five-time Ballon d’Or winner has reached this conclusion, less than two weeks after winning his third straight Champions League with Madrid, not because of money but rather status, and because of unkept promises from Real Madrid president Florentino Perez. Correio Da Manha also attributes Ronaldo’s alleged decision to Perez, claiming that he had promised the club’s all-time top scorer shortly after winning the Champions League in the 2016-17 campaign a €14 million increase from his annual wages which never happened. The outlet reports that Ronaldo currently earns €23.6m per season and had

Ronaldo has remained tight-lipped regarding his future since casting doubt over his future at Madrid after the Champions League final against Liverpool on May 26 when he spoke about his time at the club in the past tense.

agreed with Perez to see that upped to €37m net after tax. Spanish daily AS reports that Ronaldo’s agent, Jorge mendes, will meet with the Madrid hierarchy again on Thursday. Ronaldo has remained tightlipped regarding his future since casting doubt over his future at

Madrid after the Champions League final against Liverpool on May 26 when he spoke about his time at the club in the past tense. Sources close to Ronaldo confirmed to ESPN FC in January that the Portugal captain wanted to leave the club after a new contract delay.

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New Provo Sailing Academy manager Ross Darmody with the young sailors.

New Provo Sailing Academy manager off to a solid start NEW manager of the Provo Sailing Academy (formerly known as the Provo Sailing Club) Ross Darmody, hit the ground running with a midterm camp for sailors (some as young as six), in his first task since travelling to the island. The aim of the camp was to introduce the sport and himself to the youngsters. The former Sailing Director at the Grand Bahama Sailing Club said that the Academy is still strong. Darmody hopes to visit the schools on the island before the summer break. His intention is to

encourage new and old sailors to take part in summer programmes. The Provo Sailing Academy through a release stated that the Academy’s aim is “to allow any child regardless of their ?nancial background to learn to sail and enjoy some of the most beautiful waters in the world while being in a safe environment and having fun”. The PSA is a non-pro?t organisation which runs year round and is funded by memberships, program fees, donations from the public and sponsorship from private organisations in the community.

“Without the help of these sponsors it would not be possible to grow and expand our program. In particular we would like to thank Digicel for providing security cameras and installing free wi? for all of our members and the general public.” The PSA is located at The Children’s Park, The Bight on Grace Bay. For more information regarding upcoming learn to sail programs for all ages check out the Provo Sailing Academy Facebook page or send an email with any questions to provosailingacademy@gmail.com.

Delano Williams says he is looking forward to being healthy at his next meet.

Injured Williams finishes sixth at Cayman Invitational TCI’s first Olympian Delano Williams battled a hamstring injury last weekend when he competed in the 200M at the Cayman Invitational to finish in sixth position. The national 100M and 200M record holder, who competes for Great Britain, finished in 20.97s. “I am much better than my performance in Cayman,” he told the Weekly News. “I am having a hamstring

problem for the odd two weeks, so I didn’t run the curve as I ought due to scar tissues that are building in my hamstring. I am taking care of it now.” Williams said that he “basically slowed down in the middle of the curve and ran on the straight”. He said that he and his coach have fixed the problem and are hopeful of a more favourable outcome at the next meet.

Some of the participants at the Spring Sprint meet.

Almost 40 persons compete in SURFside Spring Sprint APPROXIMATELY 40 persons, from age four to 65, competed in the fourth annual SURFside Spring Sprint meet, which was held on the Leeward Beach recently. The SURFside Ocean Academy event had children and adults

swimming in several open water swim races, including: 800M, 400M, 100M and 50M sprint. There was also a fun 4X50M race. The Event also saw the most participation ever from other swim clubs. Swimming has caught a

massive wave in the last year, with the introduction of at least two new swim clubs. Represented at this meet were members of SURFside Ocean Academy, Turks and Caicos CONTINUED 

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South Caicos footballer Moline off to Russia SOUTH Caicos native Irener Moline is currently representing the TCI at the Sixth Annual “Football for Friendship” event in Moscow, Russia. The 12-year-old footballer was expected to join at least one player each from all of the 211 FIFA member association countries on the same field for a fun filled week of educational and football activities. Moline, who hopes to become a professional football, will engage with hundreds of other 12 year olds from across the globe, in promoting the key human values - friendship,

equality, peace, and respect for different cultures and nationalities. “This is like a dream. I would like to thank TCIFA for believing that I could represent our country on such a huge stage. I am nervous as it is a long way from home, and I’ve never travelled that far. But, I’m excited to meet the other participants, who are my age, and from so many different backgrounds. I am also excited about all the new things I’ll learn, from this exposure,” expressed the Turks and Caicos ambassador. Football For Friendship (F4F), implemented by Gazprom, is the

international children’s social programme supported by FIFA and the 2018 FIFA World Cup. The programme commenced in February, with an Open Draw for the F4F World Championship. A number of educational and social celebrations were held throughout the world leading up to the key events being hosted in Moscow Russia from June 8-15. The 8-day stretch will unfold three days of an International Friendship Camp where 14-16 year old coaches, supervised by famous football players, will guide the young players (ambassadors); followed by the F4F World Championship. Accompanying Moline are Thais Burgess (young journalist), Candia Ewing (adult journalist) and Drani Saunders (TCIFA Executive

Member responsible for youth football). Burgess will join the F4F International Children’s Press Centre to follow Moline’s journey, amongst 5,000 other media representatives covering the events. The F4F International Children’s Press Centre will also see young journalists, 12 years old, from all 211 FIFA Member Association Countries. “I will be exposed to so much more than I can describe. I am thrilled that I will get to experience new cultures as well as meet new people and make new friends. It is important to hear the voice of the youth and promote the values of equality and sportsmanship. I know that this experience will change my life. The experience is sure to be surreal,” said Burgess.

Commenting on this wonderful initiative, TCIFA’s President Sonia Fulford was elated with the opportunities being given to young children involved in football in the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Both Irener and Thais are players within our programmes and we are elated that they are being provided with this opportunity. It is not only an avenue to spread the word about our island and the talent we produce, but it is an initiative that will go miles in developing these players on the field but more importantly, develop and assist in their growth as high achieving young ladies off the field. We wish the entire traveling delegation safe travels and we are confident that they will all make us proud”

Irener Moline is representing South Caicos and the entire TCI in Russia.

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Aquatic Swim Club, Swim & Surf and Parrotfish Open Water Swim Club. Beau Pittman won the 50M 10 and under with Tajari Williams finishing second and Lenin Hamilton Jr. third. Sixteen swimmers competed in that race. In the 100M 10 and Under, Sophie Taylor finished ahead of Pittman and Williams with Hamilton Jr. and his little sister finishing fourth and fifth respectively. In the 100M 11-and-over Sean Ewing won over Ronin Maclaren and Markey Zephirin. Team JALC (Alex Maclaren, Caylen Castillo, Lilly Taylor, Jack Parlee) won the 4X50M relays; while Team Mermaid (Jade Grandsire, Sophie Taylor, Arleigha Hall, Angelina Lindenhan) finished second; Team Masters (Bobby Moxon, Janine Taylor, Jessica Soderquist, Kelcey Grandsire) third and Team TCASC (Lenin Hamilton, Lenin Hamilton Jr., Lenika Hamilton, Tajhari

Williams) fourth. This year the fundraiser raised approximately $2,500 towards summer outreach swim programmes on North and Middle Caicos and Grand Turk. The summer swim outreach programmes are slotted to be offered to children and adults on North Caicos in July 30-August 4 and on Grand Turk from August 20-26, and are open to all from these islands. Sponsorship and donations were made possible from the following companies and organisations: Turk’s Head Brewery, Power 92.5, InterCaribbean, Beaches, Scooter Bobs, Retreat & Retreat Kitchen, Rumeurs Boutique, Provo Golf course, Swim4Fun Worldwide, Bay Bistro, Panoply, Anani Spa, Turquoise Car Rental. SURFside wishes to thank all persons and organisations that have donated and/or volunteered to “make this year’s Open Water Swim Race & Fundraiser such a wonderful, fun and successful annual event”.

Various officials who made the clinics possible pose with the future of football of the TCI.

Beaches partners with Real Madrid Foundation to bring football clinics to the TCI Beaches Turks and Caicos this week announced a partnership between the Real Madrid Foundation and the Sandals Foundation that will result in football clinics in Providenciales next year. The Turks and Caicos Islands clinics are scheduled to take place at the TCIFA National Academy on May 22-28, 2019, and are expected to continue annually. The clinics will be made available to 100 paying Beaches Resort guests, and offered free of charge to 50 local children and 30 local coaches. The clinics will introduce high performance skills, education, and life skills. Participants will be chosen without regard to their gender or ability. Executive Director of Sandals Foundation - Heidi Clarke, General Manager of Beaches Turks & Caicos - James McAnnally, Campus and Clinics Area Manager of Real Madrid Foundation- Andres

Muntaner Borrajo, Turks and Caicos Islands Minister of Health, Agriculture, Sports and Human Services- Hon. Edwin Astwood, and TCIFA President - Sonia Fulford made the announcement this week. “We believe that engaging children through sports fosters discipline, leadership, patience, respect and self confidence; which are all essential qualities to the personal development of children,” expressed McAnnally. “Sports also gives children exposure and access to opportunities, including scholarships, that they may not otherwise receive. We use football to create good values and contribute to the whole development of today’s youth.” President Fulford commented, “This is a significant achievement, not only for both foundations, but for the TCIFA as well.” “We, the executive committee and staff of TCIFA would like to thank the Real Madrid Foundation and Sandals

Foundation for including us in this partnership, and providing our coaches and players an opportunity to expand on their development, ultimately raising the profile of our organisation. We embrace this opportunity! We’re ready to work!” The clinics will take place at both Beaches Resort homes - Negril (Jamaica) and Providenciales, as part of the Beaches “Liv+ Events” Programme, based on limited edition events and guest experiences centered around sports, music, culture, culinary, voluntourism, and social interest. The Real Madrid Foundation is an extension of the Spanish professional football club, Real Madrid, implemented to develop social and cultural awareness programmes throughout Spain, and other parts of the world. Today, the foundation has ongoing projects occurring in 103 countries, and work with over 90,000 beneficiaries per year.

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

June 9-15, 2018

Reyes breaks his national 800M record KEN Reyes broke his national 800M record for the third time this year, en route to a second place finish at an All Comers Meet last Saturday in Jamaica. The Jamaica College student almost dropped under one minute and 50 seconds for the first time in his career, when he ran from behind at the National Stadium. At the 300M mark, the teenager was in fifth position, but he accelerated in the last lap to clock his new PB of 1:50.01s. CONFIDENCE Reyes admitted that he was a bit disappointed that he did not drop under 1:50.00. “I’m not surprised (with the time); I am only surprised that I didn’t sub the 1:50.” At the start of 2018, Reye’s record stood at 1:52.52, but in March, he lowered it twice. First, he clocked 1:52.41 at the Digicel Grand Prix final, before shaving off two seconds in his silver medal performance at Champs 1:50.28s. Fellow national athlete and Jamaica College student Colby Jennings also competed at the meet, but he finished seventh in the 200M in 21.8s running with the seniors.

Denique Scott competed in the Men’s Physique A (170 cm and under) against 10 other top quality participants.

Scott finishes fourth in biggest bodybuilding competition to date

Ken Reyes broke his national 800M record three times this year.

Haye-Smith runs PB, cops bronze at Cayman Invitational YANIQUE Haye-Smith won a bronze medal, after a personal best performance at last weekend’s Cayman Invitational Meet. The ace hurdler, who is waiting on the IAAF confirmation before she officially becomes a TCI athlete, ran under 56s for the first time in her career. Her 55.74s eclipses her previous best of 56.10s. EXCELLENT FORM The former national Jamaican athlete said that she was confident of breaking the record.

“It didn’t came as a surprise to me when I PRed, because I know the type of shape that I am in and that I was going to break my previous record. Seeing that this year is an off year, I haven’t gotten to run at many meets, so definitely I knew I was going to lower my time. I was happy when I ran 55.7, but within myself and my coach, we both know that I’m capable of going low 55/54 seconds.” The 27-year-old had stormed to victory at the Grenada Invitational in late April after running 56.37s.

Yanique ran 55.74s at the meet.

CANADIAN based TCI bodybuilder, Denique Scott finished fourth in his biggest competition to date when he competed at the Toronto Pro Qualifier last Saturday in the North American country. Scott competed in the Men’s Physique A (170 cm and under) against 10 other top quality

participants. The former national athlete told the Weekly News that his training was basically the same as last year, except he lifted for longer hours and doing cardio daily. The former Saint Mary’s University student said that he plans to make improvements this offseason.

June 9-15, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

June 9-15, 2018