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GOV’T GOES AFTER

UNLICENSED BUSINESSES – Stores, bars and restaurants in Grand Turk forced to shut shop

Several businesses in Grand Turk were forced to cease operations last week after a Government task force conducted a major crackdown on unlicensed stores and restaurants.

GRACE BAY RESORTS LAUNCHES $55M DEVELOPMENT

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Local launch of Rock House hillside resort. Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs, West Bay Club general manager Adelphine Pitter, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, Grace Bay Resorts CEO and developer Mark Durliat, Grace Bay Resorts principal and COO, Nikheel Advani

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Grace Bay Resorts launches $55m development

BY KANDI HARIRAJ A ROUGHLY $55 million investment, designed to be developed on the elevated limestone peaks of Providenciales’ northern shore, is the latest addition to the Grace Bay Resorts brand.

The new and unique resort - Rock House - was announced locally on May 18 in an onsite launch event with developer and Grace Bay Resorts CEO Mark Durliat, enthused partners, government officials including Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs, and media.

With a new vision of what it means to escape to the islands, Durliat said that the location in the residential neighbourhood of International Drive will deliver a timeless appeal, like the alluring hillside towns found in the south of France, Capri and the Mediterranean coast.

The resort will feature 41 studio suites, one and two bedroom cottages – ranging from 600 to 1,750 square feet and priced from $600,000 to $1.4 million.

Four additional four and five bedroom single family estates will be offered in the second phase of the development.

The centre of attraction at Rock House will be its dramatic, secluded beach, and an oversized pool perched on a 25-ft limestone cliff.

Upon the hilltop overlooking it all will be a restaurant and bar, spa, fitness centre and arrival pavilions, each offering a 180-degree

Artistic rendering of the new Rock House Resorts project

view of the Atlantic Ocean and Providenciales.

Lush native vegetation will be conserved to provide privacy and beauty in the exclusive handmade setting.

Continually reinvesting in the country because he loves it, Durliat said: “Everything we do is driven by tourism and we create things that tourists will want every time we do a project.”

At the time of the event, Durliat confirmed that 35 percent of the development has already been reserved.

Grace Bay Resorts principal and COO, Nikheel Advani promised that they are once again creating a hospitality product that is second to none, and that this project is still “all

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about the local flair and growing the TCI brand”.

Premier Cartwright Robinson, said that there are several reasons to celebrate the historic occasion, especially because the site showcases another beautiful area in Providenciales other than Grace Bay. She is looking forward to the developers creating new

opportunities for the local people as well as introducing a new option for tourists to enjoy.

“I also want to celebrate the fact that these are not new investors as such to the Turks and Caicos and it speaks wonderful for our brand and the fact that they survived all these years and are continuing to do well for us, enhancing our brand and

continuing to invest in our people,” she continued.

It is estimated that at least 250 full time construction jobs will be available for the duration of the building period which is predicted to last 18 to 24 months.

Once completed, more than 100 full time hotel staff will need to be employed.

Pledging to support the initiative Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs said: “I want to assure that this government, my government is behind you 110 percent and my Ministry of Tourism and all of the various departments within the ministry will continue to support you.

“I’ve seen you grow the Grace Bay brand into a global brand rivalling any brand, anywhere and you’ve seen us grow brand Turks and Caicos from almost obscurity to one of the most popular brands in the region.”

The new Rock House joins the brand’s prevailing portfolio of properties: The Grace Bay Club, The Villas, The Estates and The Private Villa Collection, as well as the management of West Bay Club.

UNICEF helps to safeguard children in the TCI

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT is making significant headway in strengthening the child protection sector in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

As part of its efforts the Ministry of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication welcomed UNICEF consultant Dr Debra Willoughby to the Islands last Thursday for a one week stay.

Dr Willoughby is expected to conduct a capacity assessment and prepare an enhancement plan for child safeguarding in the TCI. According to the ministry the TCI, like other UK overseas territories, has made significant strides in creating a protective environment for and strengthening of the child protection sector, however, there are still many areas of weakness to be addressed.

Dr Willoughby has since met with the senior executive and management team of the ministry at the Office of the Premier in Providenciales.

Present at that meeting was the Minister Vaden D Williams, Permanent Secretary Clara Gardiner and Deputy Secretaries Bridgette Newman and Russell Cox. The meeting provided an opportunity for the team to discuss

the progress made in the area of child safeguarding since the passage of the Family Law Legislation and to highlight some of the challenges currently being experienced.

It is expected that Dr Willoughby will meet with a number of key stakeholders around the Islands and will present her draft plan to the ministry before her departure on June 1.

The Department of Social Development within the ministry has placed increased focus this year on educating the public on the signs of child abuse.

The Turks and Caicos Islands joins the rest of the world this April in observing Child Abuse Prevention Month, under the theme, ‘Nurture and protect me. Do not abuse and neglect me.’

Child abuse is a worldwide epidemic; gruesome and heinous crimes are perpetrated against children on a daily basis.

Children suffer all forms of abuse, physical, verbal, psychological and emotional as well as neglect and abandonment.

Some of these cases of abuse are brought to the attention of the authorities and are brought to justice.

However, most cases are underreported as they are shrouded in secrecy and shame.

According to a press release, the Department of Social Development is planning to embark on a rigorous awareness programme to educate the public on the available reporting mechanisms in an effort to empower more people to report these instances.

It stated: “These children suffer in silence as these situations are either not spoken of or not revealed outside the walls of where the abuse has occurred.

“Some victims cannot speak to reveal the abuse or some are so afraid of identifying their perpetrators or revealing their loved ones or close family member(s).

“One case is too many. We need to end the vicious cycle of abuse.”

The Turks and Caicos Islands Government has partnered with UNICEF in eliminating all forms of child abuse and child sexual abuse by educating individuals on the role they play in preventing and ending child abuse.

The Department of Social Development has also collaborated with the Domestic Violence and Sexual Offense Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force which continues to investigate cases regarding sexual violence against children under the Juvenile Ordinance.

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Government targets unlicensed businesses – Stores, bars and restaurants in Grand Turk forced to shut shop

BY OLIVIA ROSE SEVERAL businesses in Grand Turk were forced to cease operations last week after a Government task force conducted a major crackdown on unlicensed stores and restaurants.

The ‘Joint Compliance Task Force’ operation which got underway on May 17 saw a number of establishments that were operating in breach of the Business Licensing Ordinance being closed.

An official at the Revenue Department told the Weekly News that the overall mission of the task force is to maintain a compliant community to ensure the safety and protection of all residents.

He pointed out that this specific operation focused on retail establishments such as restaurants, stores, bars and hotels.

The spokesperson added that about ten businesses were ordered to cease work as they were operating without a business licence or without proper environmental health or planning infractions.

These businesses were ordered to remain closed until the necessary documentations are processed and attained.

The Joint Compliance Task Force visited close to 30 businesses during the operation which was deemed a success.

Various departments were able to deal with matters that affect their operations and also collect important information to assist them in dealing with the services provided.

The task force is expected to conduct similar operations in the coming months in an effort to ensure that the populace lives and

operates in a secure and stable environment.

The Joint Task Force is currently comprised of representatives from the Revenue Department, the Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, Immigration, Labour, the Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources, Department of Maritime, Customs, Lands and Survey, Planning, Environmental Health, Agriculture, Road Safety and the National Insurance Board.

In 2015, the Revenue Department spearheaded the re-establishment of the ‘Joint Compliance Task Force’.

Twelve-storey case may be headed for Privy Council

BY DELANA ISLES IT HAS now been several months since the Court of Appeal delivered its decision in the case of 12 storey developments being allowed in the Turks and Caicos Islands, dismissing Strata Corporation’s appeal.

The next step for Strata, operators of The Tuscany and The Venetian resorts, would be to take the case to Her Majesty’s Privy Council.

This week, the Weekly News reached out the hotels’ lead counsel, Conrad Griffiths, about his client’s next step in the process and whether the matter is being dropped.

While not clearly stating that his clients are moving to the Privy Council, the lawyer stated that they are following certain steps.

“We are following procedural steps at present and do not wish to comment further,” Griffiths responded.

The long running fight between Strata Corporation and the TCI Government came to what some thought was end back in February when the court of appeal dismissed the hotel’s appeal, and affirmed the order made by the Chief Justice

Margaret Ramsay-Hale which saw her ruling in favour of the Government last year.

However, when asked in March, if they will be moving forward with the proposals for the construction of 12 storey hotels in the TCI, now that the matter is resolved, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson was not as enthusiastic about the proposals as her predecessor, the PNP government.

She had revealed that her Government is being more cautious and taking a reasoned approach to allowing taller buildings with increased density in the country.

While Cartwright Robinson was careful to emphasise that her Government “is anxious to go forward with development in the country” she was firm about them ensuring that these developments are ones from which the people of the country will benefit.

So far, the only known developer that has expressed an interest - and even signed an agreement with the former Government - to construct a 12-storey hotel in the TCI is the Desarrollos Hotel Group.

The long running fight between Strata Corporation and the TCI Government came to what some thought was end back in February when the court of appeal dismissed the hotel’s appeal

They are seeking to construct a massive luxury resort branded by the world renown Ritz Carlton group.

The Premier had at the time stated that since assuming office, her Government has met with the Dessarrollos developers to find out exactly the direction they would like to go.

She had said that they are eager to

go forward, but that there was still a lot of groundwork to be done, as a lot of it had been halted due to the court action.

In April 2015, the Rufus Ewing government signed a development agreement with the Desarrollos Hotel Group to build a $224 million Ritz Carlton hotel, resort, casino and spa in the Grace Bay area.

The development is expected to consist of 124 luxury hotel guest rooms, penthouses, resort residences and associated facilities.

However, the possibility of the hotel ever seeing the light of day in the TCI, seems to be in jeopardy, as all parties involved are refusing to comment on its progress and when or if construction will ever start.

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INVESTIGATING THE MINISTRY

POLICE have seized several files from the Ministry of Border Control and Employment in the process of an investigation into widespread corruption in that ministry. What are your thoughts?

A positive move

Charge, convict and jail those culpable.

Civil servants must conduct the Government’s business above board.

Overhaul needed

About time

OMG! Don’t you think that it’s about time?

How and who do you think allows the guns, dope, and illegal migrants in their boats into the country?

Old news

The police will only now have the evidence of what the Immigration Department was doing (that it ought not to have been) - which most TCI persons knew of anyway.

Out of control

Until any evidence is produced in support of this, anything said is pure conjecture.

But on the subject of border control, what is an irrefutable fact is that illegal immigration is completely out of control.

As a barometric guide just look at the numbers of battered out Toyotas on Leeward Highway jam packed like sardines. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg!

Driving now represents a near death experience. The locals are seriously worried at being overrun and the Brits, who are responsible, couldn’t care a toss. They are incapable of running a car boot sale or even a booze up in brewery.

Worse still, it’s rumoured that there is corruption at the radar station. If there’s any semblance of

Honourable Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism, Government of Jamaica, makes a point during the seminar, while Stacy Cox, executive director at Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association and Hugh Riley, secretary general and chief executive officer of Caribbean Tourism Organisation look on

Caribbean countries must adapt to changing tourism landscape - CDB

BY OLIVIA ROSE

We know that immigration has been a disaster for years. Only now under an honest minister and honest government are the chips falling on the corrupt civil servants.

Civil servants underpaid for years and allowed to top off their salaries with bribes and payoffs.

The whole service needs an overhaul and new proper immigration and work permit policies.

truth in that we are scuppered.

You can forget about tourism, development, workshops, familiarisation trips, conferences and the other nonsense regarded as being newsworthy.

You ignore this crisis at your peril.

We are rapidly becoming someone else’s country and foreigners in our own!

Continue onwards

It is about time! Now on to other departments that are in a position to extort money.

More problems coming

Not surprised. As far as border control and immigration, from what I see, there are many more problems coming here.

Many countries around the world are now discovering that being too nice and open, can end up being hurtful.

Tip of the iceberg

Finally! Everyone one knows that the Ministry of Border Control and Employment has been rotten with

corruption for years.

The recent arrests of two lowlevel employees in the ministry are only the tip of the iceberg and, at least under the PNP government, the corruption went all the way to the top with certain line employees probably making more from graft that they are from their salaries.

Let’s hope the police can and will pursue this investigation all the way to its very roots, and hold nobody sacred or immune from prosecution.

The involvement of the Integrity Commission is a total waste of time and money, for it has proven itself singularly ineffective in numerous instances.

I guess they consider ‘integrity’ a flexible thing and not to be applied rigorously to higher-ranking civil servants!

As is all too often the case in this country. The citizens should hope for the best but be prepared for the worst!

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COUNTRIES across the region must adapt to changes in the tourism industry in order to tap into emerging economic development opportunities.

That’s according to newly released ‘Tourism industry reform, strategies for enhanced economic impact’ study released by the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) on Wednesday (May 24).

The study was presented during a seminar at CDB’s 47th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors, which was held in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

The study puts forward recommendations and strategies to enhance the economic impact of tourism in the bank’s borrowing member countries (BMCs).

The findings of this research will provide countries in the region with insights, data and information that could guide policymaking and action to facilitate sustainable growth.

The study characterises the causal relationship between tourism activity and GDP growth in the region, drawing on data from each of the BMCs between 1989 and 2014.

Two major trends that are particularly significant were identified in the evolution of the tourism industry.

The study took into account the slowdown in the growth rate for long-stay tourism arrivals in BMCs, with an average rate of 2.5 percent, compared to 4.5 percent globally.

As well as the dramatic increase in the number of cruise arrivals in the BMCs, with the number of cruise visitors more than tripling over the period under review.

According to the CDB this is noteworthy, as the impact of tourism on GDP growth varies significantly by arrival type.

Five broad recommendations were presented for consideration by regional stakeholders.

These included “leveraging tourism as a tool for economic development, diversification and

stimulating growth and linkages in other sectors such as agriculture and creative industries.

“Organising the tourism industry through coordination among stakeholders, “Conversion of more cruise ship visitors to long stay visitors, exploring further opportunities for regional collaboration; and preparing for the tourism industry of the future by staying aware of new trends and adapting accordingly, such as the shared economy and greater use of technology through the entire visitor experience and tourism value chain.”

CDB’s president Dr William Warren Smith emphasised that tourism is the Caribbean region’s engine of growth and a major foreign exchange earner in many Caribbean countries.

He said: “During the last two decades, we have witnessed a distinct shift in the profile of visitors to the Caribbean and as a result, in the industry’s structure.

“These changes in the industry have signalled a need for policymakers and key industry players to rethink their strategies for improving the competitiveness and safeguarding the medium to longterm development prospects of the industry in this region.”

CDB’s director of economics Dr Justin Ram noted that the study is significant, as it provides muchneeded empirical analysis focused on the economic impact of the industry.

“This research provides the opportunity for broader, critical, evidence-based policy-making in the tourism industry where business strategies have clearly evolved over the decades.

“These strategies are continuing to evolve, forcing the need for more frequent and timely analysis on which to base changes in policy and strategy so as to maximise economic impacts,” he said.

According to a study published by ECLAC, tourism in the Caribbean accounts for over 30 percent of the region’s gross domestic product as of 2011.

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Daniel Best, CDB’s director of projects

CDB supports public private partnerships in the Caribbean

BY OLIVIA ROSE CARIBBEAN Development Bank (CDB) has launched an innovative ‘Toolkit’ to guide regional governments, companies, investors and financiers interested in public private partnerships (PPP) projects.

The Caribbean PPP Toolkit is a joint initiative of CDB, the World Bank (WB), Public Private Infrastructure Advisory Facility (PPIAF), Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), and the Multilateral Investment Fund (MIF).

The PPP Toolkit was launched on Tuesday (May 23) ahead of the 47th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of CDB in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

According to the CDB, the Toolkit covers key areas of PPP theory and practice, with a specific focus on the Caribbean.

Information includes how to protect the publics’ interests while attracting private investors; enabling environment, PPP policy and institutional structures; project identification; business case development; transaction implementation and contract monitoring.

The Toolkit’s six modules are based on global best practice, adapted to Caribbean conditions, and draw upon lessons from Caribbean PPP experiences.

Speaking at the launch of the initiative, CDB’s director of projects Daniel Best noted that most countries in the Caribbean share similar economic, legal and regulatory systems, and face additional challenges of small size, lack of fiscal space and extreme climate vulnerability.

He said: “These factors must be taken into account when structuring and implementing Caribbean PPP

programmes and projects.

“This Toolkit considers these characteristics, and provides PPP practitioners with basic knowledge for the effective selection and execution of PPP projects.”

Also weighing in on the importance of the toolkit, Rui Monteiro Senior, PPP specialist of the World Bank, said: “This Toolkit will have immediate impact in our dialogue with the several client governments in the Caribbean that are initiating PPP programmes, allowing them to benchmark their practices, namely on PPP policy and on project selection.”

Jerry Butler, executive director for IDB Caribbean Countries, underscored that the PPP Toolkit will most definitely contribute to the need to create a reservoir of technical expertise in the infrastructure pipeline for the Caribbean.

He noted: “The IADB is proud to play a role in the regional development partnership with CDB. “We hope that the capacity building, boot camp exercises, and identification of PPP opportunities derived from the Toolkit will deliver more efficient and much more effective value of goods and services to our people in the region and contribute to poverty alleviation and a more inclusive civilisation.

“We know this launch is just the start of an excellent dynamic initiative.”

The Caribbean PPP Toolkit is a product of the PPP Regional Support Mechanism, an 18-month programme designed to build capacity of government agencies to develop and implement PPP projects.

Effective from May 23, the PPP Toolkit is available on CDB’s website, and will also be available on the World Bank’s PPP Knowledge Lab, and the IDB’s website.

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TCI students reported safe after Manchester bombing – Premier urges residents to pray for citizens abroad

BY DAISY HANDFIELD NONE of the scores of TCI students living in Manchester, England, were harmed during this week’s horrific attack, it has been announced.

Twenty-two people were killed and 64 injured after suspected suicide bomber, 22-year-old Salman Abedi, ignited a home-made bomb in a Britain’s Manchester Arena.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson issued a statement following the incident.

“With scores of Turks and Caicos Islanders living and studying in the Manchester area, we immediately sought ways to ensure their safety,” she said.

“We are not in receipt of any report that suggests that any Turks and Caicos Islanders was harmed in any way during the incident and remain grateful and hopeful until the reports are complete.

“Let us continue to pray for our students and citizens living and studying abroad.”

The attack happened following an Ariana Grande concert on Monday (May 22).

One victim was only eight-yearsold, others were teenagers and some were parents waiting to pick up their children from the concert.

According to a BBC news report, more than 240 emergency calls were made; 60 ambulances and 400 police officers attended.

A video released by NBC shows inside the 21,000-capacity venue where terrified teenagers scream as they make their way out, amid a sea of pink balloons.

The accused, Abedi, was killed when igniting the explosive device

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

near one of the exits at about 10.33pm.

The BBC reported that Abedi was born in Manchester on New Year’s Eve in 1994.

It is believed that he has at least three siblings; an elder brother who was born in London, and a younger brother and sister who were born in Manchester.

The family, believed to be of Libyan origin, has lived at several addresses in Manchester, according to a BBC report.

Manchester Arena, which opened in 1995, is one of the largest indoor venues in Europe. More than one million people fill its seats every year. It is located near the Manchester Victoria train station.

Cartwright Robinson offered condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed in the tragic incident.

She said: “The Government and people of the Turks and Caicos Islands wish to extend its sincerest sympathy to the UK government and its people in particular the residents of Manchester.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the surviving victims and the families of those who lost their lives in such a senseless act.”

Premier Cartwright Robinson said that her Government has communicated these sentiments to Governor Dr John Freeman so that he can forward them on their behalf.

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Make labour markets unique as brain drain continues, international economist urges

BY DELANA ISLES “TRANSFORM brain drain into brain gain.”

Those were the insightful words of deputy chief economist for Latin America and the Caribbean of the World Bank Group, Dr Daniel Lederman, on Tuesday night (May 23).

He urged Caribbean countries to heed the advice in order to boost their economic development.

Lederman, an economist and political scientist by training, was at the time addressing the gathering of distinguished local, Caribbean and international officials during the 18th William G Demas Memorial Lecture at Beaches resort.

The theme of his presentation was: ‘Thinking big about small economies: From ‘open and nimble’ to talented workforce’.

“Tonight I began this lecture by sharing my personal experience with migration, and the human desire to support our families that we have left behind,” he said.

“Although these are highly personal decisions, economists have terms that sap the emotion out of most social phenomena.

“Of course, I am talking about remittances, which are private transfers between private individuals who live in different countries.”

He added that as remittances flow in, families can attain a higher level of welfare since these transfers can complement or even substitute for income generated within the borders of their countries.

“However, I must confess: this is the aspect of my lecture for which

I have even less clear answers, but perhaps more important questions.

“So, let me take you through my train of thought, from being open and nimble to development based brain gain, by leveraging our talented population.”

ECONOMIC SIZE He pointed out that small economies are societies where people move across borders in search of economic opportunities, and in this context, economic growth depends on the number of people that work within the borders of our countries.

However, he said, the welfare of fellow citizens depends not only on what the country produces at home and sell to its global customers; it also depends on the earnings of emigrants.

Noting that economic size plays an important role in determining the level of emigration, which in turn determines the size of international remittances, Dr Lederman observed that economic size is not the only factor that shapes both emigration and the magnitude of remittances that are sent back to places of birth.

Both are also affected by the quantity and quality of economic opportunities offered at home.

He stated that the evidence does suggest that economic size per se, after controlling for the effect of the level of GDP per capita in home countries, contributes to emigration, and through this channel, to remittances.

“Let us think about this for a moment: Our people emigrate even from relatively rich and open small economies.

“It could be due to volatility, economic as well as social or political, as was the case of Chileans in my personal story. It could be because of violence and personal insecurity as well.

“But it can also be due to economic size, through its effect on economic specialisation.”

He added that simply put, this means the smaller the economy, the less variety of economic opportunities and amenities, as such it is likely that small economies must learn to live with a brain drain that cannot be completely halted.

“But, it is clear that brain drain is not an unsurmountable obstacle in the road to prosperity, because we know that small economies can succeed even when their emigration rates are high.”

LABOUR MARKETS He added that even with this, labour markets in small economies might not function in the same way as labour markets in large economies, precisely because emigration and remittances can affect the functioning of labour markets.

“Indeed, existing research on remittances and development highlight several challenges that might arise as a consequence of remittances.

“One aspect is particularly important, namely how remittances, these private transfers that occur often within families, can affect the incentives for labour market participation among working age adults.”

Pointing to the chain of causality from economic size to

emigration, remittances and labour markets, Dr Lederman stated that small economies tend to have higher emigration rates than large economies, these higher emigration rates produce higher remittances as a share of GDP, and higher remittances as a share of the GDP are associated with lower rates of labour-market participation.

He stated that the last point can have profound implications for labour market policies and growth.

“Income transfers from any source, either private or public transfers, can affect individuals’ decisions about work.

“Economists use the term ‘reservation wage’ to characterise an unobserved minimum wage below which people are not willing to work.

“If families or individuals receive transfers, this reservation wage can be higher than otherwise,” he explained.

The conventional wisdom is that poor families have very low reservation wages, whereas rich families have very high reservation wages.

Hence public transfers, he added, for example in the form of conditional cash transfers, work best when they are precisely targeted on the most vulnerable families, particularly female heads of households.

This targeting thus prevents these public transfers from becoming disincentives to work.

He noted that remittances, and private transfers more generally, present complications for understanding of how labour markets work precisely because they are not the result of decision taken by the

TCI is an example of sustainable growth and good governance - Governor

BY DELANA ISLES GOVERNOR Dr John Freeman has held up the Turks and Caicos Islands as an example of sustainable growth and good governance to a room full of Caribbean and international officials.

The Governor was at the time addressing the opening of the 47th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) on Tuesday (May 24) at the Gustarvus Lighbourne Sports Complex.

While addressing the CDB’s role in helping to advance economic growth in individual countries in the Caribbean and the of the region as a whole, the Governor praised the bank for its continued

demonstration of how much can be achieved through mutuality and regional solidarity.

He noted that while development in the Turks and Caicos Islands and elsewhere in the world is somewhat uneasy, the CDB continues to strive to accomplish its mandate of economic prosperity for member states.

“The [CDB] objective is to reduce inequality and curb the incidence of extreme poverty by the end of 2025, and to do so through support for inclusion and sustainable growth and by promoting good governance.”

He added that it is certainly not by accident or incidental thought that sustainable growth and good governance are linked in this world,

as one cannot be attained without the other.

“Here in the Turks and Caicos there is recognition that sustainable growth is only achievable when supported by good governance.

“I am proud - and I am sure all those who live in these Islands – that Turks and Caicos is playing its part in the taking forward of the CDB’s mission, and that Turks and Caicos is contributing through the distinguished chairmanship of the territory’s Premier and Finance Minister, Hon Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.”

Dr Freeman stated that the Turks and Caicos Islands is itself helping in a steady way to contribute to the objectives of the bank,

the development of its current programmes and engagements in the Caribbean, as well as to the region’s wider prosperity.

He added that official estimates and statistics show that gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the Islands is set to continue on its current upward path in the year ahead.

And that the external ratings from the country continue to be such as to attract further investment into the country.

“This meeting in TCI will above all be an opportunity for fruitful discussion and or the advancement of the strategic agenda of the CDB. “In short, that it may serve to promote the common good in this region…” the Governor stated.

proverbial “central planner”.

In most countries, the government cannot or does not interfere with the flows of remittances, above and beyond the effects of income or consumption taxes and general capital controls.

All this means that remittances can reduce labour-market participation by otherwise talented, capable workers.

And small economies tend to face this challenge, he stated.

“To complicate matters even further, low participation rates imply that the tax base is also lower than it would be otherwise without private remittances flowing in.

“I know, not every labour market syndrome is caused by remittances or private transfers between family members, but in economies where the share of remittances over GDP exceeds 5 to 10 percent, they probably have a notable impact. At least that is what the data indicates.

CHALLENGES “Let us think about this: do the mainstream policy recommendations (including from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund) with regards to labour markets apply to all economies around the world, regardless of the size of their remittances or economic size?”

He said that the answer to this question is, at least, possibly not.

He explained that the key labour-market challenges in small economies with high emigration rates, high remittances (as a share of GDP) and low labour-market participation rates are, therefore, twofold: to make economies more attractive for home-grown human capital and to provide incentives to work for those who stay home.

“Regarding the first, let us consider the possibility that growth in small economies could be driven by amenities.”

These are the good things in life, including cultural industries, good schools, global connectivity, personal safety, security of private property, as well as beautiful landscapes, beaches and weather.

Talented workers from everywhere surely want to live and work in locations where these amenities exist, he noted.

“Let us call this approach the amenities-centred approach to growth in small economies. Think how difficult it must be to retain human capital in economies with high homicide rates?

“Regarding the incentives to work in our home countries, the key issue is how high an economy’s reservation wage is.

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Premier thanks CDB for continued assistance to TCI’s economic recovery

BY DELANA ISLES THE CARIBBEAN Development Bank (CDB) has allowed the TCI to “realise its visions,” the Premier announced this week.

On Wednesday (May 24) Premier and Minister of Finance Sharlene Cartwright Robinson thanked the CDB for helping the TCI make its way back to economic prosperity.

She also expressed the hope that

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the bank would continue its financial and technical assistance to the TCI in the years to come.

The Premier made these statements as she officially opened the 47th annual meeting of the bank’s board of governors at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex in Providenciales, held under the theme ‘Integration, trade and growth’.

She noted that the CDB has played a very intricate role in the continued economic advancement of the Turks and Caicos Islands - and many of its borrowing member countries.

The Premier added that with its proficiency and assistance through concessionary financing, technical assistance and grants, the CDB has significantly assisted member countries in its economic growth and development.

“Within the Turks and Caicos

Islands CDB has assisted substantially with various infrastructure developments within the educational sector through the early childhood facility and in the past through the upgrading of our national community college.

“The bank has in the past provided concessionary loans to assist in the development of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ MSME sector and also assisted in the social programmes that has aided in the reduction of poverty within these Islands.”

She further stated that it should be highlighted that the TCI has been able to garner the assistance of the bank in the drafting of its country strategy paper, and also the continued assistance it has received in the formation of the TCI’s medium term strategy document.

“I am pleased to announce

that most recently the bank has graciously agreed to assist with a technical assistance loan for the climate resilient coastal protection and management project that will be very important to us.

“We are well aware that this is the new era, one of change and also one in which, when we appreciate the changing dynamics of the knowledge economy, the world economics are constantly evolving.

“And it is apparent that we in the Caribbean region continue to grow, to share our ideas, create alliances and to foster integration.”

Pointing to the theme of the 47th conference – ‘Integration, trade and growth’ - the Premier said that it is most befitting, as she believes that economic integration within the Caribbean can cause an increase in the region’s rate of growth.

Additionally, she added, closer integration can be achievable by increasing trade and goods, as well as ideas.

“It is assuring to know that we as borrowing member countries of the bank have available to us the resources and expertise of the bank to assist us in realising our visions regarding trade, integration and economic growth.

“It is also comforting to know that through the various fruitions the bank continues to meet these types of needs,” Cartwright Robinson told the gathering.

The conference wrapped up in Providenciales at 2pm on Thursday (May 25), with the next country to host the meeting in 2018, announced as the ‘Spice isle of the Caribbean’ Grenada.

This is the fourth time that Grenada will host the annual meeting.

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of low minimum wages or of reducing public sector wages?

“If we had a magic lens through which we could observe the elusive reservation wage, we would want to set minimum wages just above that level.”

He added that this would not have a deleterious impact on the smooth functioning of the labour market, because individuals would not work for wages below that unknown threshold.

He further stated that Caribbean countries must also admit that when it comes to microeconomic issues, they are discussing policies in the dark, because numerous small economies do not collect labour force data or household survey data, precisely because it can be costly to setup the basic institutions and expertise required to collect this type of information with care.

However, he stated that they can do this, together.

“This is true for other more apparent challenges, ranging from regional transport networks to energy infrastructure.

“We can build these basic building blocks of growth more effectively if we coordinate our public investments and cooperate by establishing regional regulatory institutions.

“Building regional statistical agencies is but one small part of this story.”

He added that labour markets are still the venues in which economic forces interact with the social fabric of Caribbean nations; as they are the cornerstone of prosperity.

‘Caribbean must deepen international trade’ – CDB president delivers speech during annual governors’ meeting new BMCs (borrowing member countries) and from the new nonborrowing shareholders which could be attracted by larger BMCs,” he said, promising that the matter would be pursued further when the governors meet in caucus.

“Ladies and gentlemen, at this juncture in our history, we have the opportunity to be the masters of our fate and the captains of our souls,” he added.

In his address, Smith said the governors were meeting against the backdrop of an uncertain global environment that has the potential to derail the modest and tentative return to growth being experienced by the BMCs.

BY OLIVIA ROSE REGIONAL leaders must focus on fully exploiting opportunities for deepening trade and investment within existing and new regional markets.

That’s according to Dr William Warren Smith, president of Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).

This is necessary, he said, as the appeal of protectionism and inward looking policies strengthens in several developed countries.

Smith made these remarks during his detailed keynote address at the annual meeting of the board of governors of the Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank.

The two-day meeting took place on Wednesday (May 24) at the Gustavus Lightbourne Sports Complex in Providenciales.

Smith warned regional countries that an intensified focus on international trade must be a central tenet of the Caribbean’s growth strategy.

He told the 47th annual meeting that the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) market is the obvious launching pad for the region’s deepened foray into the global marketplace.

He is convinced that regional integration can be the Caribbean’s “secret” weapon for unlocking economic growth and enhancing the prospect of greater prosperity for its people, he added.

“The urgency for the adoption of this strategy is occurring at a time

CDB president Dr William Warren Smith delivers his statement during the opening ceremony

when there’s a clearly emerging trend towards inward-looking policy platforms and a retreat from globalisation in the United States of America, the United Kingdom and Europe – traditional trading partners of the Caribbean,” he said.

Smith explained that the implications of this shift could be manifested in reduced international aid flows; diminished funding for multilateral development banks like the CDB; more difficult access to traditional markets; and the requirement to refocus on new export alliances and trading partnerships.

“Possible candidates for this broadening could be Cuba, the Dominican Republic and the Dutch Caribbean territories.”

REOPEN TRADE TALKS Smith said that another outcome is the reopening and conclusion of the stalled trade talks between Canada and CARICOM and that CARICOM “should also continue the outreach to our neighbours in Central and South America for deeper trade and economic co-operation.

“CDB, the region’s development bank, has a vital role to play in the successful execution of this strategy.

“However, its borrowing membership will have to become more diversified so that concentration risk and interest rates can be reduced and its lending capacity enhanced.

“New membership will bring additional capital both from

INWARD LOOKING Smith warned that the inward looking economic policies of the developed countries threaten achievement of the sustainable development goals.

He added that the prolonged period of weak international economic performance has contributed to the growing discontent with the inequitable distribution of costs and benefits of globalisation and international trade.

He said that this trend has strengthened the appeal of protectionism and inward looking policies in several developed countries.

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$110m to battle climate change in Caribbean

BY OLIVIA ROSE A WHOPPING $110 million will be injected into climate change mitigation, adaptation and resilience projects across the region.

This comes as European Investment Bank (EIB) and Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) signed a financing agreement in Providenciales on Wednesday (May 24).

The cash will support investment projects in the Caribbean under CDB’s climate action policy.

The EUR 100 million climate action initiative is EIB’s biggest loan to the Caribbean to date.

Climate Action Framework Loan II builds on the first $65 million Climate Action Line of Credit signed between EIB and CDB in 2011.

It supports nine projects in seven countries across the Caribbean including the Turks and Caicos Islands.

CDB’s president Dr William Warren Smith and EIB vice president responsible for the Caribbean, Pim Van Ballekom signed the new agreement during the 47th Annual Meeting of CDB’s Board of Governors.

Van Ballekom said that the signing of the new climate action loan with CDB is the result of a fruitful partnership that has lasted for almost four decades.

He said: “This partnership is currently supporting CDB’s efforts to mainstream climate action to help its borrowing member countries (BMCs), which are all considered small island developing states, to adequately tackle risks related to climate change.

“Caribbean countries face economic and social challenges which must be addressed whilst ensuring resilience to climate

EIB vice president Pim Van Ballekom (left) and CDB president, Dr William Warren Smith (right) shake hands

change. ” Smith pointed out that through this new line of credit CDB will be able to provide to its borrowing member countries much needed low cost financing to address the climate impacts already affecting these countries.

He said: “The line supports our ongoing work to build climate resilience and the adaptive capacities of BMCs, as they work towards their goal of achieving sustainable development.

“The signing of this agreement reinforces the longstanding partnership between EIB and CDB, and signals strengthened cooperation between our two institutions.”

Under the Climate Action Framework Loan II appropriate investments will be made in climate change mitigation, adaptation and resilience projects in renewable energy, energy efficiency, road transport, water infrastructure and community level physical and social infrastructure that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve resilience to the impacts of climate change.

According to CDB’s website, a healthy pipeline of climate action projects amounting to more than $300 million for this new loan have

been developed with support of an EIB-funded technical assistance programme.

To date CDB has committed the total resources under the ongoing Climate Action Line of Credit (EUR 50 million), for nine projects.

This co-financing is associated with total project financing of approximately $191 million (from CDB loans and grants, EIB CALC, counterpart and other sources of financing).

Since the approval of CDB’s Climate Resilience Strategy in 2012, 58 percent of projects financed have included climate change adaptation or mitigation elements.

These projects were mainly in the sectors of water, education, physical infrastructure such as sea defences, drainage, and roads, and agriculture.

Using the Joint Multilateral Development Bank Methodology, climate financing represented 13 percent of total CDB project financing in 2015.

In 2016, CDB approved $50 million for projects with explicit climate resilience and sustainable energy actions.

EIB has supported development and economic activity in the Caribbean with loans and equity investment worth EUR 1.6 billion.

TCSPCA hosts spay and neuter clinic in South Caicos NINE dogs and 31 cats were spayed and neutered in South Caicos from May 11 to 16.

The initiative was a collaborative effort between the Turks and Caicos Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (TCSPCA) and the South Caicos’ School for Field Studies.

The two entities have been working together from 2011 and seven spay and neuter clinics have been held on the island since.

TCSPCA director Susan Blehr toured the island throughout the week, and she said: “Every dog we saw had already had its surgery.

“The wellness clinic held on May 13 was very busy as pet owners took advantage of having a vet team on their island for the week.”

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Minnesota, Dr Lauren Dosal from San Antonio, Texas, and Tyneshia Weeks, a vet tech in training, arrived in country to staff the clinic, thanks to recent fundraising efforts by the TCSPCA to cover the cost of their airfare.

This team was assisted by Susan Blehr together with faculty members and interns from the School for Field Studies, who picked up and trapped animals, and delivered them back home after surgery.

Heidi Hertler, director of the School for Field Studies, arranged for accommodation and meals, and provided classrooms where the clinic took place.

The students and alumni from the school raised $1,000 which was used to purchase medication

and consumables needed for each surgery.

Lew 1 Shipping carried the TCSPCA animal bus, packed with everything needed to hold the clinic, to and from the island.

Blehr added that it is this partnership with local businesses, residents and organisations that makes it possible for the TCSPCA to hold these clinics on all the islands.

Since January 2001, almost 7,000 dogs and cats have been spayed or neutered at TCSPCA clinics, which translates to preventing thousands upon thousands of animals being born in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

If you would like to help the TCSPCA continue this important work, visit www.tcspca.tc and donate via PayPal.

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strategies to ensure that progress towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals remains on track.”

He said in the face of this emerging reality, an appropriate response for Caribbean countries should be that “as they turn inward, we must turn outward.

“Our focus must now be on fully exploiting the opportunities for deepening trade and investment within existing and new regional markets.

“That is, CARICOM must become the stepping stone to penetrating those nonCARICOM markets which still recognise international trade as a powerful underpinning for dynamic economic growth.”

He said while the region has made progress in other forms of integration, such as the Caribbean Free Trade Association in 1968; CARICOM and Common Market in 1973; and the CSME, which is just over 15-yearsold, the regional integration movement is designed to promote the development of the region through economic integration, functional and regional security cooperation, and foreign policy coordination.”

BARRIERS Smith pointed out that most of the CARICOM jurisdictions have enacted the provisions to remove over 450 legal and administrative barriers that initially stood in the way of the free movement of goods, services, capital and labour in the region.

“The reality, though, is that the mere removal of restrictions doth not a single market make!

“First, the removal of such restrictions has not resulted in a sufficiently meaningful improvement in market access.

“This is because fundamental challenges still remain in the application of rules of origin, trade facilitation, the Common External Tariff, non-tariff barriers and the resolution of disputes.

“Second, the Movement of Factor Act, which removes barriers to the rights of establishment, has not been enacted in many member states.

“The establishment of a single jurisdiction to allow for the equal treatment of business entities across CARICOM has also not been implemented.”

He said these are important mechanisms for supporting the development of regional enterprises by removing requirements for alien landholding licenses, for example, and eliminating the need for registering a CARICOM business in every jurisdiction in which it wishes to operate.

“Such actions add to the cost of doing business, both in terms

of time and monetary value.

“They also hamper the extent to which some CARICOM businesses can penetrate regional markets,” he said, noting that in 1995 CARICOM leaders finally agreed to the free movement, and consequent elimination of the need for work permits for a limited group of skilled workers, that is, selective free movement.

But he told the conference 20 years later that while legislation in the 12 CSME participating countries have all recognised the categories specifically identified in the Revised Treaty (Article 45), to date only Guyana and Jamaica have fully included the ten categories of workers in their respective Skilled Nationals Act. “In addition to the failure to enact the requisite legislation, there is the reality of a scarcity of skilled workers in the region to meet labour market needs.

“As such, regional companies are forced to fill vacancies with workers from outside of the region, through the work permit regime.”

“There is, therefore, urgent need for closer alignment between our region’s education system and the skills’ requirements of the business community,” he said, adding that there are valid concerns that the benefits of integration are unevenly distributed.

“This results partly from delays by member countries in meeting the commitments and obligations of the CARICOM Single Market.

“The treaty provides a number of dispute resolution mechanisms, for example, the Council of Trade and Development; the Competition Commission; and the Caribbean Court of Justice.

“These mechanisms can be used in situations where a member country concludes that it is being disadvantaged by selective application of the terms and conditions of the treaty.”

Smith said that carefully crafted dispute mechanisms are intended to, among other things, reduce the risk that disputes lead to conflict between the affected parties; enhance the legitimacy of the international treaty and international organization to which it is aligned; and ensure that fairness prevails.

“The way in which signatories actually comply with the obligations of an international treaty is a critical determinant of the efficacy of that treaty.

“Utilising the mechanisms, and subjecting them to testing help to promote transparency of the process as well as build confidence among stakeholders,” Smith told the governors, who are mainly finance ministers and heads of government.

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Computer software to help local contractors to bid for projects

BY DELANA ISLES A TRAINING workshop targeting small contractors, artisans, craftsmen, small business owners and entrepreneurs has taken place at The Sands at Grace Bay. During the event attendees were taught how to use a computerised job estimation tool (CJET) to allow them to bid successfully for projects.

Caribbean Technical and Consultancy Services (CTCS) of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) hosted the workshop in collaboration with the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning.

It was held from May 22 to 26 for participants from North and Middle Caicos and Providenciales.

CJET was designed and developed

by CDB’s CTCS network to respond to the persistent difficulties expressed by micro, small and medium sized artisans and small contractors who have expressed their frustration and difficulty in being unable to respond rapidly and competitively to invitations to bid on both private and government jobs, particularly, those in the construction industry.

Both artisans and small contractors admitted that their lack of the appropriate skills to quickly and efficiently define task details,

finite costings and competitive price quotes, were the chief reasons why their bids were usually submitted late and subsequently unsuccessful.

In response to those challenges, the CTCS undertook the task of developing a fully computerised methodology to assist MSMEs. The resultant CJET was therefore developed. CJET is a fully computerised tool designed and built across an Excel platform.

The recently concluded training workshop is the second of its kind held in the TCI, the first in 2013.

It has a standing committee, with representation from all government ministries, and supporting technical team from the public works department.

The committee will be facilitating another CJET workshop from May 29 to June 2 in Grand Turk, which will cater to participants from Grand Turk, South Caicos and Salt Cay. Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning, Goldray Ewing addressed the opening of the workshop on Monday.

“I cannot begin to express my gratitude to the CDB for hosting this CTCS, CJET workshop for our local contractors.

“Through my consultation with many contractors in the field, I have become aware of their challenges

and I am pleased to know that this extremely informative and educational computerised job estimation tool (CJET), will serve to address many of these issues in their relevant bid submissions.”

He added that the course will not only empower them, but is a first step in affording them many more prospective opportunities in their respective areas of expertise.

Deputy Governor, Anya Williams, in her remarks expressed her appreciation for the interest that CDB and by extension, the CTCS unit had given to deserving contractors in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

She commented that she was pleased that for the second time the Caribbean Development Bank and Caribbean Technical and Consultancy Services were able to partner with TCIG to host such an important training programme.

“As we seek to launch our capital programme for 2017-2018 and the private sector stands poised to usher in new investments, it is important that contractors in the Turks and Caicos Islands provide themselves with the skills and knowledge that will better assist them and their businesses in being able to bid for both small and medium sized contracts and that will assist in

transitioning their business into the larger contract markets.”

She added that as CJET is touted as a very valuable tool for both current and prospective contractors.

The TCI is also in the process of incorporating some of the elements of this programme into its tertiary education system through the TCI Community College.

In addition to the CJET training, TCIG will also be providing procurement and tendering training as well to assist in widening TCIG’s potential contractor market.

The Deputy Governor said that it is their hope that these opportunities will help to provide economic stimulus to many businesses across the TCI and will facilitate active participation in the construction market.

CJET’S ADVANTAGES ARE AS FOLLOWS: It does not require any prior and/or profound operational knowledge of Excel (the operating platform).

The Excel skills required can be taught within a one-hour introduction to basic Excel.

All mathematical computations to arrive at costing and pricing of each task and each overall job, is built into the computerised CJET schedules.

All projects are broken down into

logically sequential jobs, following the task schedules the job will naturally follow.

All jobs are then further broken down into finite tasks, just as how the artisan and/or contractor will execute them.

CJET computes and summarises all tasks within each job.

Finally, CJET summarises the overall costing and pricing of the project.

CJET allows the artisan or contractor, to adjust the cost and price of each task, within each job, throughout the entire project (or any component of the project) by simply giving the command to reduce or increase the cost/price of each component.

Consequently, the artisan has total control in manipulating any task and/or job cost and, where necessary, the entire project cost, by giving the appropriate command(s), wherever, and however he/she sees appropriate.

The above function of CJET and the overall control the project owner has, allows him/her to be as competitive he/she desires.

CJET can be applied to any business/service that deploys, business overheads, labour/ supervision, materials, and equipment.

COMMENTARY

Is mankind becoming another dinosaur?

HUGE animals known as dinosaurs once roamed and ruled the Earth 60 million years ago.

Why did God create these giant animals and then have them die out?

Perhaps this was God’s giant lesson that bigger is not better!

Interesting was that in the time of these giant creatures Canada was a topical paradise. Alberta, Canada is now home to more dinosaur bones than people.

The tropics have left Alberta and snow has moved in. Global cooling created by dinosaurs?

People were not on Earth when the dinosaurs roamed.

These giant creatures had giant appetites. They consumed huge amounts of leaves, trees, plants and each other.

All this melted down and left us with liquid gold, oil.

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

The prehistoric eons of time gave us fossil fuels. Oil, natural gas and coal. The world has billions of tons of coal.

God scheduled the learning of mankind to someday harness the excess energy of the sun for man’s energy needs. Before we reach that point we need fossil fuels!

The experiments with solar panels, which gather a small portion of the sun’s energy during the day,

are but a step along the way.

Wind turbines which generate power when the wind blows are another step.

The TCI and Florida are blessed with more sun and wind than other locations on this earth.

Can solar and wind pay for itself with current technology? If solar and wind works, the financial institutions and power suppliers will rush to invest in these new

sources of energy.

Big governments of the world are pushing this as part of their social agenda, beware!

The USA government’s secret agenda since 1932 has been to create a universal society where everyone benefits equally no matter the individual’s effort. A kind of Shangri-la.

Now robots are taking all the employment. Mechanical robots assemble our cars, furniture and appliances.

Call any large firm or USA government office and a robot (computer) answers.

I hate talking to a robot. Eventually the robot runs out of answers and you end up speaking to a person. A waste of time!

I suspect that private industries that do not use robotic answering machines attract more customers.

It is frightening to think about the day when the robots will do all the purchasing. Robots talking to robots!

The world of plants, trees and history is being replaced by skyscraper mentality. Jam more people into the same space.

Apartments replace single family homes.

In the world to come our muscles will disappear and we will all wear the same clothes of the same colour.

Sex will be replaced by artificial insemination. We are already on the way.

We will no longer have to think and humankind will no longer entertain our creator.

We can all follow the devil to his domain.

Is mankind becoming another dinosaur?

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Tapas taster is a ‘tremendous’ success

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson delivers her speech

Governor John Freeman delivers his speech

Minister of Education Josephine Connolly, Mrs Freeman and Governor John Freeman

Chefs who participated in the Taste of Tapas event at the Shore Club

Guests enjoy an array of delicious finger foods

BY DAISY HANDFIELD CHEFS from 11 Providenciales restaurants participated in the Taste of Tapas fundraising initiative at the Shore Club last weekend.

The event was hosted by the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) on Friday (May 19).

Stacy Cox, executive secretary for the TCHTA, commended the chefs for their hard work and dedication.

She said the turnout for the event was “tremendous” and thanked the community for their support.

The event was put together to raise funds to send a TCI team abroad on June 2 to compete in the Taste of the Caribbean culinary competition.

Two students and six chefs will travel to Miami, Florida, to represent the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Last year’s culinary team came second overall at the international competition and

Taste of Tapas was a well-attended event

brought home a silver medal.

“I think that everyone saw what the team did last year and they are just as excited to be a part of taking team TCI to Miami in the next two weeks,” Cox said.

She added that a second event geared towards teenage chefs and will be held in Barbados in August.

Joseph Charles, a chef who has represented the TCI internationally, said culinary arts in the TCI have improved

tremendously, in terms of taste and flavour.

“You can see the progress. Right now it’s growing on the island. Right now you can see the difference in food.”

The Lil Chefs programme is in its sixth year and it allows aspiring chefs learn the ins and outs of the kitchen.

Students are also given the opportunity to compete in the Caribbean Food and Wine Festival and gain experience by working at various resorts in the TCI.

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Special needs team visits the Ashley Learning Centre

Ashley Learning Centre hosts autism conference

BY DAISY HANDFIELD SPECIAL needs experts from the United States visited the TCI last weekend to educate stakeholders on autism.

The initiative was a joint effort between the Ashley Learning Centre in Providenciales and the visitors who took the time to speak to the crowd at Beaches resort on Saturday (May 20).

During the event parents and teachers learned strategies to benefit children with autism.

Director of the Centre of Children with Special Needs, Dr Michael Powers, spoke to the audience about advances in autism, understanding why autism happens and how to support families.

“We are also going to talk about the prevalence of autism in different parts of the world because

it is difficult sometimes to find the children with autism because they are not identified,” he said.

“We are also going to be talking about early screening and identification of children with autism so that you can begin early intervention at the earliest stage possible.

“We are then going to discuss assessing and understanding difficult behaviour, developing curriculum, teaching strategies and then finally the sensory issues that children with autism face.

“They encounter a world that is very confusing to them but they are forced to cope with it.

“We are going to try and put all of that together in a way that sets the stage for a better understanding of the many new things that go on in autism that can be supportive of families and teachers here.”

President of Ashley Learning Centre, Angela Williams Valerio, explained that she is very passionate about supporting children with autism.

She said: “I live this daily; all special needs. Disabilities do not shut off at 2.30pm when schools end.

“Throughout all hours of the day I have to deal with the challenges that my daughter faces and some of it is evident here today.

“With persons like this, teaching us how to intervene, hopefully she will be able to live a normal life in society and some of those issues will be addressed.”

Autism, or autism spectrum disorder, refers to a range of conditions characterised by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviours, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences.

Sailrock Resort delivers 700 t-shirts to celebrate 50 years SAILROCK Resort staff from the Providenciales and South Caicos office locations delivered more than 700 South Caicos Regatta 50th anniversary t-shirts to residents, including the oldest resident of the island, 103-year-old, Eliza Basden.

Staff from the resort delivered t-shirts to every pupil at Calvary Christian School, Iris Stubbs Primary School and Marjorie Basden High School.

Adults and students alike were excited to receive their regatta t-shirts, with some primary school students immediately putting them on and wearing them days before the festivities.

Keno Forbes, Sailrock Resort’s manager of operations and human resources, said: “Sailrock is honoured to be a part of the South Caicos community, which is rich in history and culture.

“As part of our commitment to the development of South Caicos, we thought it would be fitting to commemorate the 50th anniversary of regatta by producing custom t-shirts for the students and local residents of the Big South.”

The annual South Caicos Regatta is the oldest festival in the Turks and Caicos Islands, having first started in 1967 following the Queen’s official visit in 1966.

The South Caicos community and Sailrock Resort will be celebrating its 50th anniversary from Thursday (May 25) to Sunday (May 28) at the Regatta Village in South Caicos.

It will be a weekend filled with fun for people of all-ages, with Sailrock designating a kids’ fun zone with bouncy castles, and treats, such as snow cones, cotton candy and popcorn.

Keno Forbes and Eliza Basden

TCI Tourist Board launches digital newsletter named Possibilities

Tourist Board launches digital newsletter

BY DAISY HANDFIELD POSSIBILITIES is the name of the digital newsletter recently launched by the Tourist Board to further promote all the islands within the TCI. A press conference was held at the Tourist Board’s headquarters in Providenciales on Tuesday (May 23) to officially launch the newsletter and to speak more on the initiative.

The first issue of the newsletter focuses on the island of South Caicos, with highlights of the annual South Caicos Regatta.

Each issue of the newsletter will feature a single island, giving readers an insight into that island to encourage them to visit.

Ohleo Higgs, senior public relations officer for the TCI Tourist Board, stressed how excited he was about the launch.

“We are going to be very social, very engaging and one of the components is the launching of our newsletter and it is integrated with all of our social media channels.

“We hope that through this outlet we are able to showcase more of our destinations. I said ‘destinations’ because we are multiple destinations within a destination.

“We hope to showcase more of our islands, more of the events happening, and basically help

potential tourists to think about venturing outside of Providenciales once they are booking a trip to the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Oneika Simons Rigby, marketing executive for the TCI Tourist Board, explained why the name Possibilities is fitting for the digital newsletter.

“The term Possibilities actually comes out of this new marketing campaign that we launched late last year called ‘More Islands, Many Possibilities’.

“The Turks and Caicos Islands is more than just Providenciales and there are more islands and many possibilities for us to explore in our destination.

“Through that campaign, we are trying to get visitors to venture beyond Providenciales.

“Not just staying at the hotel or venturing off on Grace Bay beach, but taking a trip to Grand Turk and visiting the historic sites there, visiting the caves in Middle Caicos, or maybe carrying on with some eco adventure on North Caicos,” she said.

The digital newsletter will be attached to everything issued by the TCI Tourist Board.

Anyone who receives emails or any documents from the Tourist Board will see a link which will direct them to the newsletter.

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Scores say last goodbye to popular resident

BY DAISY HANDFIELD NEARLY 100 people attended a home going ceremony for the late Reina Sanchez at Lady Divine Providence Catholic church in Providenciales on Wednesday (May 24).

Friends, acquaintances and residents attended the open casket service to say their final goodbyes to the 55-year-old.

Her body was sent back to her hometown in Piedra Blanca, Bonao, Dominican Republic on Thursday (May 25) for burial.

She is survived by two daughters who currently reside in the Dominican Republic.

An autopsy was conducted last week to determine the cause of Sanchez’s death.

Candido Moreno, president of the Dominicans United Committee, described Sanchez as a hardworking woman.

He said: “Whoever did not know her, did not know much people because she was no stranger on the Islands.

“She was not a troublesome person and was very hardworking.

She had a lot friends and was always working and nobody ever had any complaints about her.

“She was an impeccable person and will be remembered as such.”

Friend Alexandra Hidalgo said: “Such a hardworking woman. I pray that God receives you in his Holy Kingdom. I have always admired you.”

Sanchez was knocked down by a reversing water truck on Bible Street in Blue Hills on May 4 at

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Hospital’s frontline staff get customer services training

BY OLIVIA ROSE

The late Reina Sanchez, 55

about 9.45am.

The long-time resident of Providenciales, who lived in Kew Town, was pronounced dead at 9.48am.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is urged to call the Police Traffic Unit on 946-2371.

Police press officer Kevin Clarke issued safety tips for road users, explaining that it is important to be distraction free when on the road.

He encouraged pedestrians to ensure that they are using a pedestrian crossing when crossing the street.

He said: “To be more alert please avoid distractions such as headphones and texting while walking, especially at night.

“If you are at a pedestrian crossing, please make eye contact with the driver before crossing because sometimes you may be under the impression that the driver saw you, but sometimes they do not.”

IN AN effort to strengthen customer service and increase patient satisfaction, several patient service assistants (PSAs) at TCI Hospital received in depth training.

The first session was held on Saturday, May 6, and additional sessions are underway.

Blythe Clare, training manager for the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board, was selected due to her expansive track record in the fields of education and customer service training with public and private organisations.

According to a TCI Hospital press release, healthcare delivery, similar to tourism, is a service-centred industry and patients expect to be treated with compassion and sensitivity during their most vulnerable moments.

TCI Hospital further pointed out that customer service in a medical setting has a unique set of challenges.

Chief of medical services Dr Denise Braithwaite-Tennant noted that effective customer service optimises the patient experience and reduces their anxiety about the unknown.

“One of the simplest, least complicated, yet often overlooked aspects of delivering healthcare is practicing good customer service skills.

“How we communicate with our patients from the first point of contact and even after they have left the hospital is an important part of the continuum of care.

“Patient satisfaction survey results internationally support the importance of effective customer

Blythe Clare training PSAs at TCI Hospital

service in healthcare on patient engagement and satisfaction.”

She noted that the TCI Hospital (InterHealth Canada (TCI) Ltd) is committed to delivering optimal patient experience.

She said: “To this end, we have begun to strategically supplement our existing customer service training program with support from recognised local leaders in training.

“It was during the TCI Care workshop where we were attendees, Ms Blythe Clare offered us her training services and we were delighted for the opportunity for partnership.

“We are thankful for Ms Clare for her comprehensive, energetic, interactive and contextual training

that was well received by our patient services team.”

PSAs are an essential component to patient satisfaction and these frontline employees are often the first point of engagement for people in need of healthcare services.

Patient satisfaction surveys continuously reveal that attitudes, manners and amenities encountered during patient experiences at medical facilities are equally important as treatment processes.

In this vein, healthcare management teams at TCI Hospital are re-emphasising that healthcare, from the patient’s perspective, is as much consumer-focused as other service industries and should be delivered with the same regard.

Museum hosts Heritage and Cultural Day

BY DAISY HANDFIELD PROVIDENCIALES National Museum hosted its first annual Heritage and Cultural Day over the weekend in an effort to attract more visitors and to raise funds.

The event was held on the museum’s grounds at The Village, Grace Bay, on Saturday (May 20) from noon until 6pm, under the theme ‘Back in the day’.

Attendees were greeted by the museum’s management, staff and volunteers who guided visitors as they toured the historical timeline of the Turks and Caicos Islands from 200m BC to the 1900s in the museum’s development office.

Bennett Williams assisted parents, children and the young at heart as they played games like hopscotch, skipping rope and rolling wheels in the yard.

Some of the attendees toured the Heritage House and shared memories, and for many others seeing the way of life in the mid1900s, demonstrated by Daphne Forbes was a learning experience.

During the construction of a traditional Caicos sloop, Pastor Gold Williams and JJ Parker shared the traditional knowledge and historically important marine heritage of the islands.

David Bowen entertained with stories of Anansi the spider, and with the help of the children he brought the stories to life.

Angela Freites delighted all with her Ripsaw renditions and the stories of this traditional pastime.

Semone Been and Oneika Wilson took visitors back in time as they read stories about the way of life, which they penned in their early childhood.

These stories have been well preserved with many other short stories and poems in the 1980s book ‘Something to crow about’.

Euillit Pinnock, Mario Smith and the team from the Agriculture Department advised people on how to start farming with seedlings in their backyards.

They were supported by Bryan Naqqi Manco, Department Environment and Coastal Resources.

Committee member and former Director of Culture, David Bowen, said that he was overwhelmed by the support.

He added that all proceeds from the event will go towards preserving the heritage of the TCI. “I am excited; I am over the moon about the response. It is something long time coming and I think that people now know where the museum is and they will have a chance now

Committee member David Bowen with Junior Minister of Tourism Zaria Ingham

to be part of the growth and the development of the museum here in Provo.”

Attendees enjoyed well-known delicacies such as conch fritters, bonefish, okra and rice among others.

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Benefits of sugar free chewing gum for your teeth CHEWING just one additional piece of sugar free gum each day could save billions of dollars worldwide on dental expenditures from treating tooth decay, according to a new study published in the American Journal of Dentistry on April 2 this year.

While tooth decay is largely preventable, it still affects 60 to 90 percent of schoolchildren and nearly all adults globally.

Chewing gum in various forms has been around since ancient times.

The Greeks chewed sap from the mastic tree, called mastiche.

On the other side of the world, the ancient Mayans favoured the sap of the sapodilla tree.

Native Americans from New England chewed spruce sap - a habit they passed on to European settlers.

Today, the base used for most gum products is a blend of synthetic materials. However, chewing gum is as popular as ever.

Consumers may be used to thinking about chewing gum as a kind of candy, but with sugar free gum the ADA recognises chewing gum that has demonstrated scientifically that it can help protect the teeth.

Global rates of tooth decay continue to present a major public health concern, suggesting that new preventive strategies may be required to supplement existing measures in

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reducing the risk of tooth decay and improving oral health.

The results of this health economic study suggest that the role of sugar free gum should be promoted in national preventative oral healthcare advice alongside other proven oral hygiene behaviours.

Dr Nigel Carter, CEO of the Oral Health Foundation, commented on the new research: “The findings

that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes following meals can help prevent tooth decay.

In the future, look for chewing gum that delivers a variety of therapeutic agents that could provide additional benefits to those provided by the ability of gum to stimulate saliva flow.

For instance, some gum might contain active agents that could enhance the gum’s ability to remineralise teeth and reduce decay, or enable gum to help reduce plaque and gingivitis.

Does chewing gum replace brushing and flossing?

No, chewing gum is an adjunct to brushing and flossing, but not a substitute for either.

We still recommend brushing twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste and cleaning plaque from between your teeth once a day with dental floss or other interproximal dental cleaners.

improved cognitive development, increasing educational attainment and income into adulthood.

Breastfeeding is beneficial to a mother’s health and wellbeing too.

Evidence is strong that women who breastfeed are less likely to develop breast cancer, ovarian cancer and diabetes and this protective effect increases the longer the mother breastfeeds for.

Furthermore breastfeeding is calorie intensive and breastfeeding mothers often note a return to their pre pregnancy weight, leading to a more positive body image and higher feelings of self-esteem.

The release of oxytocin and

prolactin during breastfeeding, and the physical closeness and skin to skin touch between mother and baby leads to feelings of relaxation and wellbeing, promoting positive mental health for mothers and their children.

Breastfeeding has been associated with lower levels of emotional disorders in children including depression and anxiety and with children feeling more secure and better able to regulate their emotions.

Last but not least, breastmilk is environmentally safe and has a zerocarbon footprint.

By contrast the breastmilk substitute industry contributes to the trail of environmental devastation: energy is needed for the production, packaging and transportation of the artificial milk products; fuel and chemicals are needed for its preparation and use; and the plastic, metal and paper generated from its use fills landfills.

Grace Bay Medical offers regular breastfeeding workshops and post birth breastfeeding support and advice to all mums in the community.

Look out for a breastfeeding support group coming to Providenciales soon.

Come along to the Edward Gartland Youth Centre on June 1 from 6pm to 7.30pm.

For more information or to book a place call Emily on 348-5964.

Breastfeeding health both as new-borns and later on in life than babies who receive no breast milk at all.

However, breastfeeding does not come easily to all mothers. In the early days of breastfeeding, many mothers suffer from painful breasts, anxiety over not producing enough milk and self-doubt that their baby is thriving.

Accessing good breastfeeding support in these early days can make breastfeeding feel so much more comfortable and give reassurances over milk production and baby’s wellbeing.

Attending a breastfeeding workshop during pregnancy is a good way to learn tips and advice to get breastfeeding off to a good start.

Breastmilk supports and protects the digestive and immune systems of an infant and numerous robust studies into the short and long term effects of breastfeeding show significant benefits of breastfeeding to both infants and their mothers.

Recent excellent research,

published in the Lancet conclude that there is top quality evidence that link breastfeeding with a reduction in the incidence of gastrointestinal infections, respiratory infections, ear infections, obesity and diabetes.

Evidence is also robust in showing that increasing the rates of breastfeeding in populations of preterm babies has a significant effect in reducing the numbers of babies suffering from necrotising enterocolitis by 58 percent, and breastfeeding also reduces sudden infant deaths by 36 percent.

Lastly association has been made between breastfed infants and

By Dr Mark Osmond

of the 2016 UK pilot study had demonstrated that sugar free gum is a simple but effective way of helping people improve their oral health.

“The numbers for the UK alone were significant and showed us that there is real potential to create substantial savings which would relieve the growing pressure on our healthcare systems.”

The physical act of chewing tends to increase salivary flow. If you chew sugarless gum after eating, the increased salivary flow can help neutralise and wash away the acids that are produced when food is broken down by the bacteria in plaque on your teeth.

Over time, acid can break down tooth enamel, creating the conditions for decay.

Increased saliva flow also carries with it more calcium and phosphate to help strengthen tooth enamel.

Clinical studies have shown

MOTHER AND BABY 

REASTFEEDING is the natural way to feed infants, and it is free, sterile and tailored to the health needs of each individual baby.

Breast milk offers a complete source of nutrition and its composition changes over time to meet a baby’s nutritional and health requirements.

The World Health Organisation recommends that all babies should be breastfed exclusively for six months and after this age solid foods should be incorporated into a baby’s diet alongside the continuation of breastfeeding.

There is no upper limit on how long a mother should breastfeed her baby, however the longer breastfeeding continues, the greater the health benefit for both mother and baby.

For mothers who cannot breastfeed long term, research shows us that any breastfeeding is better than no breastfeeding, and babies who are given breast milk in the first weeks or months of life have better

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What is holding you back?

“I FEEL so stupid,” “why did I do that?” “this will never end?” “I can’t,” “I will never”.

These are just a few phrases that we can find ourselves saying over and over again when experiencing situations in our lives that are tough, painful and confusing.

Though we know thinking positively about things and relaxing are all supposed to help us move through and forward from hardships, why is it so easy for us to hold ourselves back from moving on from such painful or debilitating experiences in our lives despite our desperation and desire to move forward?

The answer may lie in the purpose, vision, and critical talk we have with ourselves as opposed to the negative situation itself.

PURPOSE Purpose is one of the main driving forces in how we move on from hardships.

If we cannot identify the purpose or the reason for surviving hardships, such as learning lessons and or growth, we are bound to get stuck, and frustrated.

Studies have shown that purpose is strongly correlated with positivity and growth whether in our personal lives or even corporate endeavours such as businesses.

I remember during my first year out of graduate school, how exciting yet challenging working in the

counselling field was.

Each day was an opportunity to help those that struggled with such difficult things in their lives and I had the opportunity to be a part of their lives; to somehow encourage others and find ways to help them pursue the lives they desire for themselves.

There were times, however, where I was faced with certain cases that I was perplexed as to how to help.

I would become frustrated at times as to how to help those who were resistant to treatment or even rebellious to their goals for their lives.

There were even brief moments of doubt as to if I was effectively helping some that desperately needed guidance in times of difficulty.

It wasn’t until I sat down and had a conversation with one of my fellow colleagues about my frustration that they told me this golden truth that I still hold onto today: “You can’t save everyone. You cannot help those who don’t want to be helped.

“Part of our job is to just be there for the person and you are doing it the best way that you can.”

In that moment, it was like my vision had cleared; there I was becoming frustrated in my ability to help certain clients without realising that what I was telling myself about my abilities and the lack of progress were the very things hindering me from moving forward from certain events that I could not control.

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Brigida Walkin, is a Belonger of the TCI and a Registered Mental Health Counselor currently working towards licensure in the state of Florida. Brigida has earned her Master’s Degree in professional counseling and counsels various populations including children, adolescents, and adults regardless of social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds. Brigida has volunteered at Girls INC clubs and youth centers in both the United-States and the Caribbean which allows her to utilize such experiences when counseling children, adolescents, teens, and adults through anxiety, depression, and adjustments to life transitions.

Instead of saying what I could not do to help this person, simply practising even more patience and focusing on what was going right or even the next positive step, could lead to a breakthrough.

The answer lied partly in the purpose.

VISION How we view ourselves, others, and situations determine our vision for ourselves moving forward from hardships in life.

Creating a vision of your life not only can help you cope with current losses or pain, also it has long-term positive effects on us as well.

Ingrid Mathieu PhD who specialises in addiction recovery, emphasised on the importance vision has on those struggling through hard times and how important vision is to us coming through to the other side stronger and encouraged to go on.

Mathieu explained that vision is a powerful tool that allows for us to honour our goals in life and aspire to move forward, which includes taking

risks that will expand our visions and perceptions of things.

This is not only true for those struggling with addictions or mental concerns, but also for the daily and life struggles we deal with every day.

Whether it takes simply renewing our minds each day about the goals we have for ourselves that affect us immediately or in the future, we can agree that how we choose to see a hardship evidentially shapes how we are able to cope and move through that hardship altogether.

Vision is about gaining clarity into the things that matter most to you whether it be happiness, success, and/or growth.

Once we grasp and commit to our vision during hardships, we can move through them.

SELF-TALK As mentioned above, self-talk is the third crucial tool in the trilogy of moving on through hardships.

How we speak to ourselves has an immense effect on the level of belief we have in ourselves.

By Brigida Walkin M.S

When we are constantly beating up ourselves with negative talk such as: “I will never get through this,” “I deserve all that is happening to me,” “I can’t, I’ll never,” we begin to create a negative script in our minds about ourselves.

This script becomes something that we repeat over and over again whenever we go through hardships and the more that we run it, the harder it is to stop; but the exciting thing to remember is that it can be stopped.

One of the most powerful ways we can identify self-talk is through journaling.

The reason is because when we are able to sit back, write down and observe our self-talk we realise how negative at times it can be.

We are also able to identify the negative beliefs we may have about ourselves that feed into unhelpful actions that follow, such as giving up when things get tough.

Furthermore, studies have shown that not only is negative self-talk detrimental to our overall well-being, but it affects our ability to cope with the stress of life.

According to Stanford University health psychologist Kelly McGonigal, simply replacing negative self-talk with selfcompassion can reverse the effects of critical self-talk.

Furthermore, it increases our ability to allow for mistakes, flexibility and growth moving through hardships in life.

FINAL THOUGHTS We all have and will go through continual hardships in life; we will be tested and at times we may feel like we are going to break under the weight of it all.

During those moments, it can be tough to remember the importance of how our vision, view of purpose and self-talk play in our resilience to such hardships.

Remember that you are not alone, find others you can confide in, work on viewing yourself as a courageous and worthy person of growth and move through your hardships.

There will be bumps and sudden dips and turns during the course of the journey, you may be running through it or crawling towards the other end; but do not give up.

Always remember that forward is forward regardless of the pace.

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Trump Administration tells thousands of Haitians to prepare to leave TENS of thousands of Haitians who had already been granted temporary reprieve to stay in the U.S. will be allowed to remain for an additional six months, but they should use that time to “get their affairs in order,” a Trump administration official said Monday.

The Department of Homeland Security had until Tuesday to decide whether to extend temporary protected status, or TPS, for roughly 58,700 Haitians, who have been approved to remain in the U.S. following a devastating 2010 earthquake in their native country.

Homeland Security Secretary John F. Kelly chose to extend TPS for six months ? until early next year.

When that deadline draws closer, he could extend it again based on conditions in Haiti, but officials suggested he wouldn’t.

“We are strongly encouraging current TPS recipients to take advantage of this six-month period to resolve their affairs, to include obtaining travel documentation,” a DHS official, speaking on condition of anonymity, told reporters on a press call. “Congress designated the program ... by the name ‘temporary protected status.’ It’s not supposed to be permanent.”

Human rights groups and lawmakers had urged the

Opposition Leader David Burt (left) is ready to square off against the ruling One Bermuda Alliance led by Premier Michael Dunkley (right).

Parishioners in the Little Haiti neighbourhood in Miami, which hosts a large Haitian community.

administration to extend TPS for Haitians based on ongoing problems in that country in the wake of the 2010 earthquake, which killed up to 316,000 people and displaced 1.5 million. A cholera epidemic struck the country soon after and killed thousands more. Seven years later, the country is still suffering: Some 55,000 people remain in camps and nearly 60 percent of the population lives in poverty.

TPS is currently open to Haitians who were in the U.S. on Jan. 12, 2011, the one-year anniversary of the earthquake. It allows individuals who

could otherwise be deported to stay and work legally, but as the official said, it’s temporary. The program for Haitians has been extended several times already, for six to 18 months on each occasion. The current extension is effective July 23 and will last until Jan. 22, 2018. Individuals with TPS will have to leave at that point if the programme is not extended or they cannot obtain other authorization to stay, such as asylum.

0 Kelly said in a public statement that conditions in Haiti are improving and that this may be the final extension.

Bahamas: Mitchell, Darville, Sweeting and Coleby Davis named PLP senators PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Chairman Bradley Roberts on Monday announced the Official Opposition’s four Senate appointments, including two former Cabinet ministers, whom he said “will hold the government’s feet to the fire”.

The appointees are former Foreign Affairs and Immigration Minister Fred Mitchell, former Minister of Grand Bahama Dr Michael Darville, former PLP election hopeful Clay Sweeting and attorney Jobeth Coleby Davis.

Mr Roberts said it is the view of the PLP that the appointments represent a mix of legislative and governmental experience coupled with youthful energy and private sector knowledge and expertise.

He added that they will add great value to the national debate on policy and legislative issues while causing for a seamless transition in the leadership structure and function of the PLP. “This is a competent team and I am confident that they will hold the government’s feet to the fire on behalf of the Bahamian people,” Mr Roberts said in a press statement.

Former Foreign Affairs and Immigration Minister Fred Mitchell is one of four senate appointees for the opposition.

“Consistent with the mandate articulated by Opposition Leader the Hon Philip Brave Davis in accepting his instruments of appointment, this parliamentary caucus will support the government where there is common ground on policy and legislative issues in the public interest.

“This team, however, will not allow the Free National Movement government to misrepresent or distort the record of achievement

of the PLP government; will not compromise our sovereignty as a nation nor will they acquiesce if the FNM government pursues policies or practices that hurt vulnerable Bahamians.”

Mr Mitchell and Dr Darville both served under the previous Christie administration.

Mr Sweeting, a businessman from Spanish Wells, was unsuccessful in two consecutive bids for the North Eleuthera constituency on the PLP’s ticket - in 2012 and again in 2017.

The youngest member of the PLP’s parliamentary caucus and newcomer to front-line politics is attorney and energy law and policy specialist Ms Coleby Davis.

She holds an LLM in energy law and policy from the University of Dundee in Scotland.

Ms Coleby Davis gained experience in banking compliance and risk management as a compliance officer with the Bank of Nova Scotia.

She is currently the in-house legal counsel to the Bahamas Petroleum Company with responsibilities for compliance, legal and commercial risk management and government relations. (Tribune242)

Bermuda opposition to put government to the test in no-confidence motion A NO-CONFIDENCE motion against Premier Michael Dunkley will be the first order of business for the Opposition Progressive Labour Party (PLP) when Parliament reopens in just over two weeks.

Opposition Leader David Burt has disclosed that the party is moving full steam with its plan to debate its motion of no-confidence on June 9.

Fending off criticism that the debate is scheduled during the country’s hosting of the prestigious America’s Cup, Burt says his only intention is to highlight the Government’s incompetence and the plight facing Bermudians.

“The timing of this motion of no confidence has nothing to do with the America’s Cup. The timing is a direct result of the fact that the Government

no longer controls Parliament, which became quite clear on Friday night when the Progressive Labour Party passed two pieces of legislation over the objections of the One Bermuda Alliance,” he said.

The OBA won 19 seats to the PLP’s 17 in the 2012 general elections, but the two parties now have the same number of seats since two OBA MPs left the party and sit in Parliament as Independent MPs. However, one of the PLP’s sitting members, David Horton, is the Speaker of the House who cannot cast a vote unless there is a tie.

“This motion, enshrined in Bermuda’s constitution, will test whether or not the OBA minority Government retains the confidence of the MPs.”

Torrential flooding affected the island last week.

Flooding in Jamaica could affect inflation, but Central Bank trying to figure out just how much THE Bank of Jamaica (BoJ) will be assessing the impact of torrential flood rains which lashed the island last week to determine whether its inflation forecast needs to be revised.

While indicating that the general target was not expected to change, Governor, Bryan Wynter, said the Bank would be better able to determine whether the forecast range needs to be adjusted, when the assessments are completed and the

data is submitted.

For the 2017/18 financial year, inflation is projected within the range of four to six per cent. This outlook reflects a one-off price increase for fuel, electricity and transportation, associated with the recently announced tax measures.

In addition, consumer prices rose by 0.3 per cent in the month of April, bringing annual inflation to 4.8 per cent.

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Regional News Bahamas: Police kill boy as he steals cigarettes

Ranard Henfield is pictured with Dame Marguerite Pindling, Governor General of the Bahamas, as he is sworn in as a Senator. (Photo Tribune242)

We March Organiser Henfield appointed to Senate AMID criticism of his new appointment to the Senate, We March organiser Ranard Henfield insisted on Monday that he has not joined the Free National Movement and that he would lead a march against the new government as a senator “if necessary” in order to hold the Minnis administration accountable.

Mr Henfield faced a barrage of criticism for accepting a Senate appointment from some observers who believe that appearing to side with a political party undermines the originally stated goal of the We March organisation as well as

its ability to galvanise Bahamians seeking to disrupt the status quo of governance in the country.

Some Progressive Liberal Party supporters pounced on his decision this week, having long claimed that his organisation was partial to the FNM despite purporting to be apolitical.

“We March isn’t backing down,” Mr Henfield told reporters moments after he and his new parliamentary colleagues posed for pictures at Government House with Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis on Monday.

A BRAZEN daytime robbery on Tuesday ended with police shooting one teenage suspect dead and apprehending two more after the trio, along with another armed man, allegedly tied up an employee, held customers at gunpoint and robbed the QVS Pharmacy in the Seagrape Shopping Plaza.

Several packs of cigarettes were seen scattered throughout the nearby parking lot, confirmed by police to be the main component of the suspects’ haul, which included some cash.

Some customers were also robbed.

The Ministry of Education confirmed last night that the dead boy was a tenth grade student from R M Bailey Senior High School.

Many onlookers said the incident played out like a scene from a movie.

One customer, who was inside the store when the daring robbery occurred, described it as a scene of chaos and panic.

The customer, who asked not to be named, told The Tribune that assailants entered the store and demanded several items. Not satisfied with the speed of the cashier, two of the suspects moved behind the counter and tied her up, while another asked him to get on the ground.

“It looked like students, but you can’t really say,” the witness said.

“This really changes a lot, like

Police cars at the scene of the Seagrapes Plaza pharmacy robbery on Tuesday morning.

how you look at life right now. I’m a little shaken up, (but) alright. They came right behind the cashier (and) pulled a gun on us.

“They told me to get on the ground,” the witness continued.

“They tried to tie me but they couldn’t do it. I saw three of the four (suspects).”

He said he recalled seeing four customers scattered throughout the store while shopping. He said the harrowing event left him confused and shocked by how easily he could have lost his life.

According to Assistant Commissioner of Police Clayton Fernander, alert officers responded to the call of a robbery in progress at the pharmacy.

Reports are that the four suspects entered the QVS Pharmacy shortly after 11am, demanded cash and other merchandise from the employees and customers, tied up at least one employee and attempted to tie up a male customer before fleeing the store on foot.

Officers in the immediate vicinity responded and once on the scene, encountered all four males, two of whom were brandishing firearms.

ACP Fernander said police gave chase, resulting in the suspects opening fire at police. Officers returned shots, fatally wounding one of the suspects. He indicated that two of the remaining three suspects were caught by officers a short time later near the crime scene.

Climate change and flooding threaten 4.2 million people on Caribbean and Pacific islands

The Brexit technical roundtable on freedom of movement earlier this month.

BVI joins UK talks on future freedom of movement A BRITISH Virgin Islands delegation and UK government representatives recently discussed freedom of movement to the European Union (EU) for Overseas Territories (OT) citizens at a Brexit technical roundtable in London.

Officials from the UK Home Office and UK Department for Exiting the EU, met with BVI London Office director and EU representative, Benito Wheatley, who emphasised the importance of visa-free travel to the EU for the BVI’s local business persons.

At the roundtable held on May

9, Wheatley stated that the BVI is the headquarters of the Commercial Court Division of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court and home to a new International Arbitration Centre.

He added, “The territory’s local legal practitioners will need to continue to travel outward to Europe to engage clients in cases and this should not be impeded.”

Wheatley stressed that BVI students currently enjoy visa-free travel to the Schengen area and the ability to participate in EU higher education schemes.

A new study by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) estimates that 4.2 million people in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Caribbean and in the Pacific are living in areas that are prone to flooding due to rising sea levels.

In addition to coastal erosion, rising sea levels are expected to negatively impact economic output and employment and could aggravate inflation and cause an increase in government debt, according to the study, A Blue Urban Agenda: Adapting to Climate Change in the Coastal Cities of Caribbean and Pacific Small Island Developing States.

“Caribbean and Pacific coastal cities are on the frontlines of climate change,” said Michael Donovan, Senior Urban Specialist at the IDB, co-author of the study.

“It is critical to adapt and improve the resilience of cities in coastal zones, especially those experiencing rapid urbanization. Mayors in port cities across the globe could benefit from the policies that Small Island Developing States are developing as their governments respond to coastal

Millions are living in areas that are prone to flooding due to rising sea levels.

transformation,” he added.

One out of five residents of Caribbean and Pacific SIDS lives in low-elevation coastal zones, which are defined as areas with elevations less than 10 meters above sea level.

This is most extreme in The Bahamas and the Republic of the Marshall Islands, where over 80 percent of the population lives at low elevations, the study said.

The good news is that the international community has begun responding to the challenge. The study reviews aid and private sector flows totalling US$55.6 billion provided to Caribbean and Pacific SIDS over a 20-year period ending in 2015 and found that increasing emphasis has recently been placed on comprehensive programs for strengthening coastal city resiliency.

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Manchester attack: Police hunt ‘network’ behind bomber A SEVENTH person has been arrested in the UK over the Manchester Arena bombing, as police said they were investigating a “network”.

Police said they arrested the man in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, following searches.

Suicide bomber Salman Abedi killed 22 - including children - and injured 64 at an Ariana Grande concert on Monday.

The bomber’s father, Ramadan, and younger brother, Hashem, have been detained by militia in Libya.

And his older brother, Ismail, was detained in Chorlton, south Manchester, on Tuesday.

The fifth UK arrest on Wednesday - in Wigan - involved a man who was carrying a package that is now being “assessed”, police said.

Eyewitness Connor Britton told the BBC the man had been held by “undercover armed police”.

He said workers in his office had been told to stay inside and lock their windows, and that a red package had been “moved to a clear part of the street”.

The UK terror threat level is now at its highest level of “critical”, meaning more attacks may be imminent.

Military personnel are being deployed to protect key sites after the UK’s terror threat level was raised on Tuesday night.

President Trump and the Pope exchanged gifts.

Trump ‘determined to pursue peace’ after Pope meeting The bombing killed 22 persons, including children, at an Ariana Grande concert on Monday.

Home Secretary Amber Rudd said: “[Monday’s attack] was more sophisticated than some of the attacks we’ve seen before, and it seems likely - possible - that [Abedi] wasn’t doing this on his own.”

Meanwhile, the New York Times has obtained photos which it says were gathered by UK authorities at the scene of the attack, including the remnants of a backpack, nuts and screws, and a device identified as a “possible detonator”.

The paper says the alleged evidence suggests “a powerful, high-velocity charge, and a bomb in

which its shrapnel was carefully and evenly packed”.

UK authorities have reacted with anger to the publication of the leaked pictures.

One Whitehall source told the BBC there was “disbelief and astonishment” across Whitehall.

A counter terrorism policing spokesperson said it was a breach of trust that undermined relationships with “trusted intelligence, law enforcement and security partners around the world” and undermined the confidence of victims, witnesses and their families.

Philippine President Duterte eyes nationwide martial law PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte has said martial law on Mindanao island could be extended across the Philippines, while the army fights Islamist militants.

Mr Duterte said insurgents had beheaded a policeman on the southern island. At least three other members of the security forces are reported dead.

On Tuesday he imposed martial law on Mindanao, where Muslim separatists and other rebels are fighting the army.

Some of the groups have pledged support for so-called Islamic State (IS).

Thousands of people have been fleeing fighting in the city of Marawi after gunmen rampaged through the city.

“I will not hesitate to do anything and everything to protect and preserve the Filipino nation,” the president said. “I might declare martial law throughout the country to protect the people.”

President Duterte, a Mindanao native, said the police chief of Malabang on Mindanao had been

US President Donald Trump has said he is “more determined than ever” to pursue peace in the world after meeting Pope Francis at the Vatican.

He was granted a short private audience with the head of the Catholic Church on the latest leg of his overseas trip.

The two men have in the past clashed on issues such as migration, climate change and a Mexico-US wall.

Mr Trump is now in Brussels for talks with Nato and EU officials.

He will also hold meetings with Belgium’s King Philippe and Prime Minister Charles Michel.

After the meeting between President Trump and the Pope, the Vatican said there had been an “exchange of views” on international issues, while Mr Trump said they had had a “fantastic meeting”.

Mr Trump also tweeted: “Honour of a lifetime to meet His Holiness Pope Francis. I leave the Vatican more determined than ever to pursue PEACE in our world.”

He arrived in Europe from Israel and the Palestinian territories, where he vowed to try to achieve peace in the region.

The US leader began his foreign trip with a two-day stop in Saudi Arabia over the weekend, urging Muslim countries to take the lead in combating radicalisation.

Mr Trump and his entourage arrived at the Vatican just before 08:30, in a meeting that was arranged at the last minute.

The US president was greeted by Archbishop Georg Ganswein, the head of the papal household, and escorted by the Swiss Guard to the offices of Pope Francis.

The debate over whether to legalise same-sex marriage has divided Taiwan.

Security forces have been patrolling streets on Mindanao after the declaration of martial law.

stopped on his way home “at a checkpoint manned by terrorists and I think they decapitated them right there and then”.

As he imposed 60 days of martial law on the island on Tuesday, he warned he would be harsh in dealing with terrorism.

“If it takes a year to do it, then we’ll do it. If it’s over within a month, then I would be happy,” he said in a video posted online by the

government.

Mr Duterte cut short his visit to Russia to deal with the violence.

During his talks in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin, he also said the Philippines needed more modern weapons to fight IS militants and other militant groups.

Martial law allows the use of the military to enforce order and the detention of people without charge for long periods.

Taiwan’s top court rules in favour of same-sex marriage TAIWAN’S top judges have ruled in favour of gay marriage, paving the way for it to become the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex unions.

The highest court ruled that current laws preventing members of the same sex from marrying violated their right to equality and were unconstitutional.

It gave parliament two years to amend existing laws or pass new

ones.

Wednesday’s landmark decision came as the LGBT community faces increasing persecution in the region.

In a press release following the ruling, the court said that “disallowing two persons of the same sex to marry, for the sake of safeguarding basic ethical orders” constituted a “different treatment” with “no rational basis.”

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Rep. Al Green says he is drafting articles of impeachment for President Trump THE first congressmember to call for President Trump’s impeachment says he is now drafting the articles for it.

Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) said Tuesday he is putting together the papers that would begin Trump’s impeachment process for alleged obstruction of justice.

“This is not something that I wanted to do, it’s something I feel compelled to do,” Green said in a CSPAN interview.

“We will move forward, and as a matter of fact, I am currently crafting, drafting if you will, articles of impeachment,” he added.

Green alleges that Trump’s abrupt firing of FBI Director James Comey this month — and the subsequent revelations that Trump allegedly grilled Comey about the federal probe into the Trump campaign’s Russia ties — amounts to obstruction of justice.

It is unclear how far Green is on the articles and whether he plans to file a privileged resolution for impeachment, which the House would be required to consider within two days of delivery.

But Green said he was working with constitutional lawyers, and he’s prepared to start the fight alone if no one in the House joins him.

“I am a voice in the wilderness,” he said.

It is unclear how far Rep. Al Green is on the articles and whether he plans to file a privileged resolution for impeachment.

“I understand that I may stand alone, but I still stand, but our President obstructed justice.”

Messages to Green’s Washington D.C. office were not immediately returned.

Green last week became the first person in Congress to demand Trump’s impeachment as Washington grappled with the fallout of Comey’s unexpected ouster.

The Texas Democrat, who is black, has since been bombarded by anonymous callers who threatened to lynch him and used racial slurs against him.

Husband plans to search for Florida realtor lost at sea after Coast Guard ends rescue efforts THE husband of a Florida realtor lost at sea is planning to embark on his own search even after the Coast Guard ended its rescue efforts.

Authorities believe that Isabella Hellmann fell overboard earlier this month after the couple’s 37-foot catamaran collided with an unknown object approximately 30 miles west of Cay Sal in the Bahamas.

The Coast Guard suspended their search last week, but husband Lewis Bennett tells WPTV he will head to Cuba on Wednesday.

Bennett said his wife was wearing a life vest at the time of the accident, but couldn’t find her when he went to search for her at the boat’s helm.

He said he was in the lower deck and he last saw his wife keeping watch, according to WPTV. “I still can’t totally accept the

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The Coast Guard suspended the search for Isabella Hellmann last week.

fact that we’re not looking for her any longer,” Hellmann’s boss Ben Schacter told CBS 12 last week.

Friends and family told the station that Hellmann is a strong swimmer, and are baffled as to how she could have just vanished.

Hellmann has a nine-monthold daughter.

Korean nuclear threat ‘inevitable’ if left unchecked, top US intel official says NORTH Korea will eventually obtain a nuclear weapon capable of hitting the United States if left unchecked, a top US intelligence official said.

“If left on its current trajectory, the regime will ultimately succeed in fielding a nuclear-armed missile capable of threatening the United States homeland,” said Lt. Gen. Vincent Stewart, the director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. “While nearly impossible to predict when this capability will be operational, the North Korean regime is committed and is on a pathway where this capability is inevitable.”

The only hurdle left, Stewart said in a hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday, is finding a way for its ballistic missile to re-enter the atmosphere.

Perfecting re-entry is “really a matter of enough trial and error to make that work,” Stewart said. “They understand the physics, so it’s just a matter of design.”

Ballistic missiles fly in a parabolic route, exiting and entering the Earth’s atmosphere, while cruise missiles fly in a straight line within the atmosphere.

Stewart and Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats spoke days after North Korea tested its second ballistic missile in the span of a week.

That missile test was considered one of the country’s most successful ever, analysts said.

A preliminary US intelligence

Ballistic missiles displayed last month in Kim Il-Sung Square during a military parade.

analysis indicated there was successful re-entry into the atmosphere, a significant leap forward in Pyongyang’s missile programme, two US officials told CNN. Though it appears North Korea hasn’t developed a working intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) capable of reaching the contiguous 48 states of the United States, it has made significant progress on shorter-range ones.

Both Coats and Stewart stressed that Pyongyang further perfects its missile technology with each test.

“They’ve certainly demonstrated a range of missiles, a range of fuel types, a range of boosters,” Stewart said.

Coats and Stewart were both asked if North Korea had the capability to use a nuclear weapon against US allies Japan or South Korea. Both

declined to answer.

Much of the hearing was focused on reports that US President Donald Trump asked Coats to publicly deny evidence of cooperation between his campaign and Russia during the 2016 election. Coats said he would not speak publicly about his private conversations with Trump.

The missile tests are half the equation. North Korea must also create a viable nuclear warhead it can fit atop a long-range missile in order to reach its goal of developing a nuclear weapon that could hit the United States.

Many experts believe North Korea already has developed a nuclear weapon, though it’s not clear what type of missiles it could be mounted on, says Tong Zhao, a Beijing-based fellow at the Carnegie-Tsinghua Centre for Global Policy’s Nuclear Policy Programme. (CNN)

Ex-officer helps exonerate US prisoner after 24 years A PHILADELPHIA man has been exonerated and freed from prison 24 years after he was found guilty of a murder he did not commit.

Shaurn Thomas, 43, was released after the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office agreed that the evidence did not support the conviction.

Mr Thomas, who was 19 when found guilty, maintained all along he was at another court hearing during the crime.

“I feel wonderful,” he said as he left the prison.

He hugged his fiancee and family outside the jail in Frackville, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday evening.

“I don’t got no animosity towards nobody. What for?” said Mr Thomas.

“Life’s too short for that. I just move on forward.

“It’s a tragedy that happened to me, but I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one.”

Mr Thomas was jailed for the 1990 murder of a Puerto Rican

Shaurn Thomas, 43, was released after the Philadelphia District Attorney’s office agreed that the evidence did not support the conviction.

businessman who was shot while trying to cash a $25,000 (£19,000) cheque.

His lawyer, former Philadelphia police sergeant James Figorski, worked pro bono for more than eight years on behalf of the Pennsylvania Innocence Project to secure his release.

“Shaurn engaged in a decades’ long struggle to prove his innocence,” Mr Figorski said in a statement.

“I joined him in that struggle, and many times it seemed that we would never succeed and he would remain in prison for the rest of his life.”

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Beaches celebrates employees with fairy-tale awards show SHELDON Wilson, a duty manager at Beaches Turks and Caicos, nabbed the top prize at the resort’s annual Employees Prestige Awards.

The event took place at the resort’s French Village stage on Monday (May 22) and was celebrated in a stunning fairy-tale style with prince and princesses, wizards and fairy creatures.

The annual ceremony recognises and rewards employees in 16 categories whose performance has consistently made a positive impact on the quality of services offered at the resort.

Those who have worked diligently and have a proven record of professionalism and appreciation for Beaches and Sandals Resorts International are awarded.

Ultimate winner Sheldon Wilson led an outstanding record for the year beating more than 200 managers for the top title.

“I am excited, this was so unexpected,” Wilson exclaimed.

“My job is to go the extra mile for our guests and winning this award is evidence of my continuous hard work and my contribution and commitment in delivering exceptional customer service this resort.

“Big thanks to management and staff recognising my commitment

Housekeeping is wins Department of the Year

and dedication and presenting me with this wonderful award.”

Other winners included RedLane Spa’s Mary Fabre who also took top title of Diamond Team Member of the Year, with Miguel Murphy from the Entertainment Department as her runner up.

All Rounder Supervisor of the Year went to the Engineering

Department’s Anesha Beckford while Grand Turk Native Sheldon Wilson, was awarded the Most Valuable Player Title, when he was recognised as the Manager of the Year for 2016.

Beaches Resort also acknowledged the Legendary Team Member which was awarded to fitness instructor Leonardo Serita and the Circle of Joy

Smile and Courtesy Award went to the kitchen’s Roosevelt Mechelarie.

All Rounder Team Member was captured by Butler’s Aneisha Beckford, while the Pace Setter GM’s Awards went to Lucy Pfinu also of the Bar Department.

The coveted prize of Financial Comptroller Award went to Lincoln Martin of Cost Control and Revenue

Earner, which recognises the top revenue generating department, went to Photo Shop attendant Altagracia Vesquez.

Managing director Don Dagenais said: “Our resorts continue to win the industry’s most prestigious awards year after year and it is because of the hospitality, spirit and commitment to excellence of the top performing individuals who go above and beyond the call of duty to make a difference in this resort.

“We take every opportunity possible to pay tribute to these outstanding individuals, I applaud and congratulate all the 2016-2017 Prestige winners.”

Other awards for the evening included Department of the Year which went to the Housekeeping Department, HM’s Heart of the House Awards for 2016-2017 won

by Calvin Patterson of Wedding Department, and The Sandals Foundation Community Spirit of the Year Award won by Watersports’ Gustavo Simon-Martinez.

In addition to engraved trophies and certificates, winners were also presented with fantastic prizes which included all-expense paid vacations, laptop computers, home theatre systems, smart watches, plasma televisions, Beats headphones, cameras and lavish cash prizes.

High school pupils prepare for emergencies

BY DAISY HANDFIELD STUDENTS at Clement Howell High School in Providenciales participated in a surprise fire drill exercise on the school’s ground on Friday (May 19).

The initiative was geared at preparing students for real emergencies and was a collaborative effort between the school and the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME).

Director of DDME, Dr Virginia Clerveaux explained that the drill was essential and said that all schools should participate in this kind of initiative.

“The idea was to actually test their critical incident management plan and the timing of it was definitely perfect because in conducting this exercise we also had a real incident that required emergency responders to be deployed there.

“It allowed us to test our capacity to conduct multiple incidents at the same time,” she said.

Clerveaux said that she considered the initiative to be quite successful.

“Generally, the timing was good.

However, as usual, like in a normal situation, you would always find a few that are straggling behind.

“That is one of the areas that we would have to work on with not just the teachers, but the students.

“We want them to understand that while we want them to evacuate the building safely, there is a need sometimes for a sense of urgency.”

Vice principal of the school, Shanta Seymour stated that she was impressed with the response from the students.

She said: “We have over 600 students alone; the additional 64 teaching staff, eight securities and three canteen workers.

“I think we pulled it off rather well…There is a little room for improvement, but we did an excellent job.

“I was impressed with the speed at which the students gathered because, with so many students, you would have stranglers.”

Vice principal Seymour added that during the drill she realised that there

Students after successfully completing DDME fire drill

was a fault with the fire alarm which has to be rectified immediately.

She said: “For instance, when I was in the new canteen in the back of the building, I did not hear the new fire alarm going off.

“I looked out of the window and

saw a student moving which caused me to run out of the building and clear out the area in the back.

“We need to be able to hear the alarm in whichever area we are in. I guess if the windows in the canteen were open I would have heard it.

“We have measures to put in place to increase the volume of the fire alarm.”

Students said that they enjoyed participating in the drill and considered it extremely important.

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Marlin Limited, a licensed TCI Company Manager requires an experienced, self-starting

Company Administrator CANDIDATES MUST POSSESS:

• Minimum 3 years working in a corporate office environment • Sound working knowledge of the Companies Ordinance and corporate procedures • Ability to think independently and proactively to solve problems • Willingness to learn and grow on the job.

• Dedication to excellent customer-service • Comfort working to tight deadlines • Excellent knowledge of Word and Excel • Team spirit and cooperativeness • Turks Islander status or permanent residency

THE FOLLOWING WOULD BE CONSIDERED IMPORTANT ASSETS FOR SUCCESS IN THIS POSITION:

• Knowledge of reinsurance company licensing procedures • College diploma • Drivers license • Experience working with Financial Services Commission staff • Experience with QuickBooks

If this is you, please forward your resume and references to the Corporate Manager:

shawonda.gardiner@marlintc.com

Salary range $35,000 to $50,000 based on experience

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

OPEN JOB POSITION

Housekeeping Supervisor REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a supervisor role or higher • Ability to work on own initiative etc.

• Ability to work under pressure and resolve problems • Excellent attention to detail • Committed to providing exceptional customer service • Ability to motivate a team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assigns housekeepers and housemen their duties and inspects work to ensure that it is done to the standards of cleanliness.

• Investigates complaints regarding housekeeping service and equipment, and takes corrective action.

• Obtains list of rooms to be cleaned immediately and list of prospective check-outs or discharges to prepare work assignments.

• Assists with coordinating work activities among departments.

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: $18,000 - $21,000 per annum DATE OPEN: May 15, 2017 START DATE: June 30, 2017

Accountant JOB OVERVIEW:

Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.

Documents financial transactions by entering account information.

Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.

• Documents financial transactions by entering account information.

• Recommends financial actions by analyzing accounting options.

• Summarizes current financial status by collecting information; preparing balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.

• Substantiates financial transactions by auditing documents.

• Maintains accounting controls by

preparing and recommending policies and procedures.

• Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.

• Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.

• Secures financial information by completing data base backups.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following full-time lecturing positions at the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College for the semester commencing August 29, 2017:.

FACULTY OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BAD):

1 POSITION: MANAGEMENT/MARKETING/ HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent • Candidate should have at least 3 years’ experience in the Accounting field • Must have experience in high volume hotel business.

• Must possess the ability to handle stressful and busy hotel.

• Candidate must have good knowledge of Accounting programs e.g. Opera, SAP etc.

• Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $28,000 - $32,000 per annum

FACULTY OF COMPUTER ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (CEM):

1 POSITION: MATHEMATICS/PHYSICS FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND FINE ARTS (HFA):

1 POSITION: POLITICS/SOCIOLOGY/ SOCIAL WORK/TCI STUDIES FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION (TED):

1 POSITION: ARCHITECTURAL/BUILDING DESIGN TECHNOLOGY/CIVIL ENGINEERING/ AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING TECH

DATE OPEN: May 15, 2017 START DATE: ASAP

Massage Therapist West Bay Club is looking for candidates that have the requirements listed along with an outgoing professional manner. They love to work with different types of people, meet challenges with a positive attitude and live the standards of our organization.

Their management style is one that balances a commitment to people and their development with business/ financial accountability and delivers an exceptional guest experience.

• Deliver spa treatments and techniques • Massage Therapy, Body Therapy, Aesthetician, Nail Technician, Body Wraps and Therapeutic Baths • Promote a sense of wellbeing and other therapeutic benefits for clients • Create a relaxing atmosphere for clients • Must be the consummate professional at all times • Immaculate appearance • Excellent customer service • Have patience • Be sincere about caring for people • Be confidential • Must be certified and have on the job exposure to all area of a spa 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: $6.25 - $7.50 per hour

INTERESTED PERSONS CAN CONTACT OUR HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT NO LATER THAN MAY 31ST, 2017 @ (649) 946-8550 EXT. 7500 EMAIL: NIKIESHA@THEWESTBAYCLUB.COM

PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, BRITISH WEST INDIES

Lecturers are required to teach across different academic levels from the G.C.E. Advanced level, Caribbean Advanced Proficiency and up to the Associate and Bachelor Degree levels. Multi-disciplinary candidates are particularly encouraged to apply for these positions.

The ideal candidate must have knowledge and skills obtained through collegiate preparation resulting in a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) which must include eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in the area being applied for, from an accredited and recognized institution plus a Teaching Diploma or Postgraduate Diploma and no less than three years post qualification teaching experience. A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of a second class honors or other postgraduate qualifications, teaching certificate/Diploma and experience in teaching at Tertiary level may be considered.

Salary is in the scale: Level I: US$27,399.90 - $39,102.30 per annum.

Level II: US$40,210 - $43,488.40 per annum.

Entry point will depend on qualifications and experience. In the case of staff recruited from overseas, appointment is on contractual terms for an initial period of two years. A gratuity is payable at the end of satisfactory contractual service at the rate of 10% of salary drawn during the period of service. A housing allowance is payable at existing rates.

Applications with copies of qualifications (including official transcripts), two character references, a police record and a recent testimonial from current place of employment should be sent to the:

PRESIDENT, TCI COMMUNITY COLLEGE, P.O. BOX 236, LIGHTHOUSE ROAD, GRAND TURK, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS TO REACH NOT LATER THAN 10TH JUNE, 2017. WHERE POSSIBLE APPLICANTS SHOULD E-MAIL OR FAX THEIR APPLICATIONS.

FAX 649 946 1661 • TELE: 649 946 1163

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DATE OPEN: May 15, 2017 START DATE: ASAP

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EMAIL: TCICOMC@TCIWAY.TC • DEAN@TCICOMC-EDU.COM WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST, HOWEVER, ONLY PERSONS SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

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946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

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

Call: 231-3788

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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DA HOT SPOT

ELEANOR HALL

Is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

Leeward Palms

To work at the bar on Hospital Road in Grand Turk. Applicants must be willing to work irregular shifts including weekends and holidays Salary is $6.25 per hour

242-8206 OR 343-7994

14653

CONTACT: AGNES SWANN NORTH CAICOS

Is seeking to employ a:

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

CONTACT: (649) 231-2701

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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6 BARMAIDS AND 1 BARTENDER

M&J BEAUTY NATURAL CLEANING ALICE & ALICE BUILDING

is seeking to employ a:

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

JUDITH SWANN Is seeking to employ a:

(649) 341-8505

LITTLE HAVANA is seeking to employ a:

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

Salary: $7.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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

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(649) 246-7382

LABORER

Is seeking to employ a:

DOMESTIC WORKER

1 FINE WOOD LINKER $8.00 per hour

1 LABOURER

To work 6 days per week Salary $6.25 per hour

$6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 14673

CONTACT: BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Acting on behalf of our client B&M Construction

is seeking to employ a:

(649) 946-1278

(649) 946-4057

P&D EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY

EDWIN DICKENSON

(649) 232-2001

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

INVEST TURKS AND CAICOS - VACANCY

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REPORTING TO: Board of Directors LOCATION: Invest Turks and Caicos Offices Providenciales JOB SUMMARY: The Chief Executive Officer is the chief executive of Invest Turks and Caicos and is responsible for the success of the organisation. Together with the Board, the incumbent is expected to lead the implementation of the Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI) Government’s economic development vision, attract significant investments to the various inhabited islands, oversee services for Micro, Small and Medium (MSME) businesses and support expanded sustainable development throughout the entire Turks and Caicos Islands. These investments will be expected to build a successful, sustainable economy and provide improved opportunities for employment and growth. As well, the Chief Executive Officer will be actively engaged through the Agency in supporting trade and small business development.

The Board has delegated responsibility for day to day management operations to the Chief Executive Officer and s/he has the authority to carry out those responsibilities in accordance with the direction and policies established by the Board. The incumbent will ensure that the organisation has motivated staff who produce positive results using international best practices.

The position involves overseeing a staff of up to fifteen persons who are predominately highly trained investment professionals. The incumbent is expected to be a systems thinker who is customerfocused and goal-driven.

The Chief Executive is expected to be a strong leader who can develop a cohesive team within the organisation and across TCI to drive new investment to the country.

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CONTACT:

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(649) 246-7382

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CONTACT:

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

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KEY OBJECTIVES: 1. To manage the day to day operations of Invest TCI through planning, organising, coordinating, directing and controlling the functions of the Agency. This includes developing and implementing a rolling fiveyear Strategic Plan, complete with annual marketing plans and budgets; monitoring financial and operational performance; and ensuring that the organisation has a full complement of operating policies and procedures for both internal operations and for dealing with prospective investors and daily operations.

2. To facilitate the approval of qualified investment from existing applicants and “shovel ready” projects.

3. To ensure the development of an outstanding lead generation system, along with a strong due diligence

programme, a market intelligence capacity, investor outreach and network maintenance and enhancement using international best practices.

4. To ensure the effective, efficient and economic use of human, financial and physical resources.

5. To engage constructively with various government Ministries, other relevant organisations and agencies and the private sector, both locally and internationally to support quality investment projects and to market the country.

6. To generate significant foreign direct investment to the country and to support and encourage domestic investors to participate in the economy.

7. To generate significant domestic investment through various small business programmes, including the MSME programme and financial assistance provided to the Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (CED).

8. To lead investment promotion and trade missions to various locations and conduct awareness marketing to raise the profile of TCI as an investment destination.

9. To develop and install a client relationship management and tracking systems from initial contact to aftercare.

10. To develop and manage a programme of legislation review and reform for various developmental programmes that encourage Inward Investment and seek opportunities for expansion and extension of Investment potential though various agreements.

11. To carry out any other related activities as deemed necessary by the Board as essential to the organisation.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS: The preferred candidate should have a master’s degree in finance, business administration, economics or related field, from a recognised institution of higher learning and a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience or a combination of education and experience sufficient to meet the requirements of the position of CEO at Invest Turks and Caicos.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE: Minimum of ten (10) or more years of senior management experience at a public or private enterprise/company/ agency engaged in investment development and/or promotion/ marketing. Clear evidence of strong leadership skills, demonstrated management skills, track record of successful lead generation and marketing along with a proven ability to mentor and grow staff.

SKILLS: 1. Track record of excellence in current and previous employment.

2. Proven skills in investment promotion, strategic planning, project management and execution, especially as related to development projects.

3. Understanding of budgetary procedures and operational budget development/ implementation.

4. Strong track record of leadership, sales success and investment facilitation.

5. Strong track record of staff management and successful programme/project implementation.

6. Consistently displays integrity and model behavior.

7. Proven ability to motivate and develop teams/people.

8. Strong writing and presentational skills.

9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- innovative, creative and forward thinking 10. Adept in use of MS Office, particularly Powerpoint, Excel and Word, and ideally Access or similar database to basic level, internet and email.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 1. Fluent English 2. Understanding of the social, economic, cultural and historical issues facing the TCI. 3. Commitment to travel by air, land and sea.

4. Qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders, either living in the TCI or abroad, are encouraged to apply.

5. Willingness to work outside normal office hours.

Salary and Allowances: Salary is in the range of $100,000 to $120,000, negotiable based on qualifications and experience.

A standard set of benefits and allowances are additional.

DEADLINE DATE FOR APPLICATIONS The deadline date for applications is Friday, May 12, 2017 by 5:00pm Turks and Caicos time.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications can be submitted by courier or delivered directly to Invest Turks and Caicos at Unit 2D, Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, prior to the deadline. The application should be addressed to The Chairman - Invest Turks and Caicos and envelopes should have the words “Chief Executive Officer” clearly marked on the front.

ALTERNATIVELY, APPLICATIONS CAN BE EMAILED TO DASTWOOD@INVESTTURKSANDCAICOS.TC THE SUBJECT LINE IN THE EMAIL SHOULD READ “CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER”. WE THANK ALL APPLICANTS FOR THEIR INTEREST. HOWEVER, 14418 ONLY PERSONS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

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JOB OPPORTUNITY

Design Studio is seeking a suitable qualified applicant to fill the following position:

IS INTERVIEWING FOR:

HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISORS POSITION

ASSISTANT MANAGER PERMANENT, FULL TIME POSITION SUMMARY: The primary role of the Assistant Manager will be to assist the Manager in daily studio and retail activities. The successful candidate will be required to be flexible with their working hours and will have to work Saturdays and the occasional Sundays. The candidate must be very organized, systematic and have extreme attention to detail. The Assistant Manager should be pro-active and be able to work independently. The Assistant Manager will be responsible for all of the Manager’s duties in their absence.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Designing pictorials for clients • Creating worksheets for clients to be used internally • Generating quotes for clients • Producing contracts for clients • Supervising the off-loading of containers in any weather • Making deliveries to clients • Measuring for draperies • Generating purchase orders for fabrics,

furniture and accessories • Sending purchase orders to suppliers • Keeping track of orders on the internal system • Answering emails • Reconciling credit card statements • Making sales within the retail store • Keeping track of inventory • Assist with sales, marketing and advertising for the company • May be required to perform other duties as assigned or necessary QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: • A bachelor of arts degree • Experience within the design industry • Experience working with clients and suppliers on a business level • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook • Experience in sales and marketing • Basic accounting skills • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES SHOULD EMAIL THEIR CV TO FAYE@DESIGNSTUDIOS.TC • SALARY $30,000 PER ANNUM THE CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION IS JUNE 5 2017

PLEASE NOTE ONLY PEOPLE SHORT-LISTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

WANTED

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KPW CONSTRUCTION CO. Is seeking to employ

BLUE PARROT IS LOOKING FOR A

DOMESTIC WORKER The applicant will be required to work from Mon – Fri @ $6.50 per hour, weekends and holidays when called upon, the applicant will be responsible to keep office space tidy.

RESUME CAN BE EMAIL TO INFO @ DEMPSEY AND COMPANY.COM OR DROP OFF AT, 1 CARIBBEAN PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES

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Join a relaxed and friendly 35 team work force and enjoy one of the highest wage and service charges on the island.

Applicant should have: • Person much have a Minimum of 2 years housekeeping supervisory experience • Strong English written and verbal skills.

• Able to work Weekends and Holidays.

Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications & experience.

RESUMES CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT HOTEL OR EMAILED TO KMCINTOSH@PORTSOFCALLRESORT.COM

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AND PEARLS RESTAURANT AND BAR are seeking

1 LABOURER BARMAIDS 1 CARPENTER AND WAITRESSES DOLPHIN’S SPORTS BAR AND GRILL, KC BAT AND GRILL

Salary is Negotiable

CONTACT: 331-6364

POSITIONS ARE HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

BUTCHER

We are currently looking for an:

EXPERIENCED TOUR GUIDE to join our team. If you are highly energetic, have excellent public speaking skills, can ride a scooter, hold a current driver’s license, have a strong sense of adventure and a sound knowledge of the island.

PLEASE CONTACT US AT (649) 242-7877 OR SEND US YOUR RESUME AT SCOOTERADVENTURES16@GMAIL.COM. SALARY $7.00 PER HOUR

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Is seeking to employ a:

• Planning for seasonal changes and reacting accordingly.

• Cutting, boning and trimming meat.

• Ensuring that all meat is handled and stored correctly.

• Preparing special cuts of meats ordered by customers.

• Carrying out temperature checks on meat and recording the readings accordingly. Using processing, fabricating and packing machines.

• Cutting and weighing steaks; preparing roasts, chops, stew cubes, and ground meat.

Complying with all health, sanitation, and legal regulations.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY TO HR@I-GROCERS.COM, OR FAX TO 649 946-5716 NO LATER THAN 31ST MAY 2017

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SCOOTER ADVENTURES

BEL-AIR WALK-IN MEDICAL CLINIC LTD.

PAYLESS WAREHOUSE LTD @ THE HOSPITAL ROAD, LOOKING FOR:

15+ years of experience as butcher Responsibilities: • Preparing meat in accordance with laid down procedures.

• Reducing meat wastage wherever possible.

• Ensuring the availability of quality meat for customers.

• Receiving deliveries of meat and checking their content and hygiene.

• Ensuring a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

• Cutting meat both for display and customers.

• Preparing poultry by cleaning, cutting and discarding inedible parts.

May 27 - June 2, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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MEDICAL DOCTOR With at least 5 years post graduate Family Medicine. A working knowledge of Clinic Lab Tests. Fluent in French, Creole, English and Functional Knowledge of Spanish.

Held by a work Permit Holder A certified Medical Nurse who is fluent in Creole, French languages with a working knowledge of English and Spanish.

A Certified Pharmacist with at least 5 years of working knowledge in Commercial Pharmacies. A fluent practice of English, French, Creole and Spanish.

PLEASE CONTACT: (649) 241- 9411 OR (646) 941-8405 EMAIL ADDRESS: BEL-AIRTCI@HOTMAIL.COM

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May 27 - June 2, 2017

TCIActing AGENCY SERVICES on Behalf of Jenderly’s Salon, Adolph, Kitch Penn

GEORGE DAMAS

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT LALAINE SHOP

HOWARD DICKENSON

BLACK DIAMOND BAR

is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

GRAND TURK

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

Are seeking the following:

NAIL TECHNICIAN

GRAND TURK

TRIPPLE “S” / STANLEY LANDY

SEAMSTRESS/ TAILOR Salary on Commission

MECHANIC

LABOURER $6.25 per hour

PAYLESS CASH N CARRY

(232-1550)

Salary on Commission, Must be willing to work 6 days per week

LABOURER

CONTACT:

THIS POSITIONS IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

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THIS POSITIONS IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

$6.25 per hour

LABOURER LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

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

(649) 242-3014

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Salary: $6.50 per week

CONTACT:

SERVICES BY EA

Are seeking the following:

NURSERY MANAGER Applicants must have knowledge of finance, accounting, cash flow projection and proficient in using POS systems for landscape, chemical and fertilization inventory. Ability to analyze financial data and prepare automated financial reports, statements and projections. Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to deal with customers and suppliers. Salary is $600/week and willing to work long hours, weekends and holidays if needed. Preference will be given to applicants who completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy. Finance or Business Administration. Excellent reference from previous employers a must

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Applicants must possess a minimum of 10 years’ experience, with knowledge of plants/ chemicals and fertilizer sprays, be able to work with minimum supervision. Applicant must be knowledgeable in propagation and greenhouse climate. Must have a certification in horticulture and be certified in preparation and application of chemicals as well as treatments of weeks.

Must be proficient in computer trouble-shooting and knowledgeable in QuickBooks for Point of Sale Transaction and inventory software. Applicants must be willing to work outdoors with irregular hours. Starting salary is $2500.00 per month may include weekends and holidays.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS INCLUDING ISLANDERS/BELONGERS CAN BRING ALL APPLICATIONS TO SERVICES BY EA 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. 14654

DOMINO CREATIVE LTD. IS LOOKING FOR A:

SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• An Interior Designer with a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in residential, commercial, and hospitality design.

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from a recognized 3 or 4 year program, along with extensive knowledge of AutoCAD 2013, Xcel, and SketchUp. • Must be able to run projects from initiation to completion including Programming and Design development, Working Drawing Packages, Tendering, and managing Construction Administration.

• Must have good client interaction skills and familiarity with North American furniture suppliers and be willing to work under deadlines as required.

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

THIS 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. 14684

(649) 232-6179

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

BARMAID

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

(649) 232-0976

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Salary 300 a week

CONTACT: (649) 246-1894

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Salary on Commission

(333-0209)

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MASSAGE THERAPIST

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HAIR STYLIST

Salary on Commission

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Salary on commission

(649) 241-5678

T&R CONSULTANCY

THE HELP DESK ACTING ON BEHALF OF IT’S CLIENTS

Are seeking the following:

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NOTICE Regulation 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990 An Application, REGISTERED PR 13087, by LEVAIS & GUERCHINA LIGE For the development of a Restaurant has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on 60807/181, Lower Bight Road on Providenciales.

The application as submitted seeks planning consideration for a Restaurant Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twentyeight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

Dated Posted:

May 11, 2017 13087

Property Management Supervisor Required Responsible for supervising the management of third party vacation properties under the administration of established real estate company: including regular maintenance, and emergency repairs to keep them functioning in peak condition, and to provide timely response to guests’ reasonable requests to maximize guest’s satisfaction; Coordinating multi-channel marketing including print, website and social media, direct booking of rentals, managing reservations from multiple sources, customer relationship management; Meeting financial objectives by setting rates in conjunction with landlords, collecting rents, paying bills; forecasting requirements; preparing annual budgets; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances, and keeping records of inspections, maintenance requests, any complaints.

Arranging and supervising service level contracts including concierge services, private catering, transportation and other ancillary hospitality services as is required by guests.

Qualification will possess the following minimum qualifications and skills: A bachelor’s degree in property management, or hospitality management or equivalent of at least three years’ experience at management level with a four-star resort property; and be able to demonstrate knowledge of the following areas Building Maintenance, Property Inspection methods, the fundamental of finance, experience in the use of property management software and strong customer service skills.

Remuneration: basic pay $1,500 monthly plus commissions.

APPLY TO HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER , PO BOX 23, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS. PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME VIA FAX TO PRESTIGIOUS PROPERTIES LTD. AT 649-9464703 OR EMAIL TO ACCOUNTING@PRESTIGIOUSPROPERTIES.COM

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT

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 MARIE GUERDA CASSYGARDINER by virtue of marriage to a Belonger.

JOHN FREEMAN

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

The Executive Committee of the New Testament Church of God TCI INC, will like to inform the public across the length and breadth of the Turks & Caicos Islands that Mr. Reuben Johnson, has severed ties with the New Testament Church of God and by the extension International Church of God of who we are a part. He is no longer a Bishop, Licensed Minister pastor of the New Testament Church of God Providenciales.

Therefore Mr. Reuben Johnson, no longer has the Authority to perform any functions, conduct any business, be contacted or call upon to represent the New Testament Church of God in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

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TEMPLE SECURITIES LTD.

INVESTMENT ADVISOR Temple Securities Ltd. is seeking experienced investment advisors.

The remuneration for this position is commission based only.

THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS WILL ASSIST THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS.

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Is seeking to employ the following positions:

FRENCH/CREOLE SPEAKING PHYSICIAN

• GP must speak or write French, Creole and English.

• Certificate in Management of HIV/STI. • Prescribing or requesting diagnostic tests.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a registered Medical Practitioner.

• Minimum of 5 years working in a Primary Health Care setting/institution.

• Medical Degree from an accredited University.

• Letter of good standing from current Country where you practice.

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience.

• Diagnose, treat and care for patients using natural healthy process.

• Promote Well-being by educating patients about health care management.

• Management of chronic & acute medical conditions.

• Diagnostics testing (requesting).

• Must have post-secondary/ graduate degree or equivalent.

May 27 - June 2, 2017

PLEASE FORWARD YOU RESUME IN CONFIDENCE TO: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER: TEMPLE FINANCIAL GROUP 228 LEEWARD HIGHWAY. PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI TEL: (649) 946-5740 FAX: (649) 946-5739 ALONG WITH COPY TO DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS 14666

NURSING ASSISTANT

• Certificate/ equivalent in NA. • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a hospital setting.

• Knowledgeable in setting up for procedures.

• Assist RN & Doctors with patient’s examinations and procedures.

• Experience in patient care at home and on the ward.

• Sterilization- ECGs. • THIS POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

REGISTERED MEDICAL MASSAGE THERAPIST

Proven knowledge of financial instruments and securities markets Canadian Securities Course or Series?

Certified Financial Planner of CFA designation is highly recommended Detailed oriented with the ability to meet deadlines The ability to demonstrate research and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills are essential Proficiency in Excel and MS Office environment Post-secondary education is a fundamental asset Minimum 10 years’ experience in a major brokerage firm Existing Client base of $10 Million in assets is required Client minimum assets should be in excess of $100.00 per client Proven willingness to continue to build a client base

TEMPLE SECURITIES LTD.

INVESTMENT ADVISOR Temple Securities Ltd. is seeking experienced Investment Advisors.

The remuneration for this position is commission based only.

• Provide massage therapy for injured patients.

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience working at a Wellness Center or a similar environment.

• Post-Secondary degree or equivalent.

• Knowledge of current trends in a Wellness Center and to provide Preventative Care.

• Therapeutic massages and also assist in assessment of range of motion and muscle strength.

• Experience in developing and implementing preventative maintenance programs.

• Extensive knowledge of different style of massages and treatment.

COMPENSATION COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS. EMAIL: CYNTHIA.IIMS@TCIWAY.TC

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THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS WILL ASSIST THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WITH THEIR APPLICATIONS:

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Proven knowledge of financial instruments and securities markets Canadian Securities Course or Series 7 Certified Financial Planner or CFA designation is highly recommended Detailed oriented with the ability to meet deadlines The ability to demonstrate research and problem solving skills Excellent communication skills are essential Proficiency in Excel and MS office environment Post-secondary education is a fundamental asset Minimum 10 years’ experience in a major brokerage firm Existing Client base of $10million in assets is required Client minimum assets should be in excess of $100,000 per client Proven willingness to continue to build a client base

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER; TEMPLE FINANCIAL GROUP 228, LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI TEL: (649) 946.5740 FAX: (649) 946.5739 ALONG WITH COPY TO DEPARTMENT OF LABOUR, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL 14669

May 27 - June 2, 2017

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GRAND TURK HOTEL VACANCIES Applicants must possess: • Ability to handle multiple task and work artfully and well within time constraints • Kitchen maintenance and cleaning • Maintain and order stocks and supplies • Menu plan • Following food safety and hygiene requirements • Demonstrate English language skills both written and spoken • In return, you will receive a generous hourly wage, share of tips, duty meals and be eligible for future promotion to a supervisory or head cook role

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO JOIN OUR HAPPY AND HARDWORKING TEAM, PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME TO: OSPREYBEACH @TCIWAY.TC

RESIDENT WINTER SEASONS STAFF ASSISTANT starting 1st, December 2017

HYBRID FIBRE COAXE (HFC) CABLE TECHNICIAN

The applicant must be able to provide part-time support in all of the following department: Guest Services & Concierge/ Food & Beverage/ Reception & Front Office/ Maintenance/Housekeeping Applicants must possess excellent English, both spoken and written. Second language and advantage Must provide references of last 2 employers with contact information Must have a minimum of 4 years experience in the hospitality industry.

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:

PLEASE SUBMIT RESUME/ C.V WITH ONE PARAGRAPH IN YOUR HANDWRITING STATING WHY YOU SHOULD BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. SALARY BASED ON EXPERIENCE

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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

• 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

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

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 02, 2017.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT SUNNY FOODS RETAIL & WHOLESALE LTD

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SALES REPRESENTATIVE

STORE MANAGER

Tropical Shipping LLC provides weekly container service between the US, Canada and the Caribbean operating state-of-the-art facilities in select seaside ports to meet our customer’s freight shipping needs by providing convenient & reliable transportation solutions.

As a Grocery Store Manager you must have the passion to grow sales along with exceptional customer service and communication skills. A hard worker with integrity and great management skills.

Candidate must have at least 8 years experience in the field.

• Delivering exceptional Customer service and passion to Grow Sales and Control Costs • Identifying, hiring and training talent especially Belongers.

We are currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join our team at Cargo Express Services in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

Must have through knowledge of the following:

JOB SUMMARY:

Servicing and maintaining existing customer base and identifying profitable opportunities for new business. Evaluate customer’s needs and make recommendation to ensure premium pricing and enhancement of bottom line profit. Strong selling skills to enhance the customer’s supply chain effectiveness with convenient and reliable transportation solutions, while striving to exceed yearly budgetary targets

• Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, QuickBooks Pro 2007, Microsoft Excel, and Inventory control management.

• Extensive knowledge of SMS Front & Back Office POS System • Extensive knowledge of NCR 7456 POS • Plans and directs the day-to-day operations of a grocery store.

• Develops strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, and increase profitability.

• Ensures customer needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is quick and efficient.

• Forecasts staffing needs and develops a recruiting strategy to provide optimal staffing in all areas • Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Must be responsible in identifying and interviewing Belongers for hiring; • Setting up a training program for employees re proper merchandising and customer service skills as well as the workings of running an International Grocery Store.

Candidate must be multilingual.

Work schedule will include weekends, holidays, as required to meet the demands of the position.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Participates in daily activities of the Sales Department, providing active solutions, experience & guidance • Identify customer needs, make sales presentations and the necessary changes to adjust to market conditions without sacrificing service • Provides the highest level of service and customer care through systematic discipline

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Remuneration/Benefits commensurate with experience.

Belongers Preferred.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SUBMIT RESUME IN PERSON TO SUNNY FOODS LOCATED SOUTH DOCK ROAD , PROVIDENCIALES.

• 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

and accurate rate quotes, bookings & problem resolution.

• Correlates with Sales Manager and Management team in presenting sales blitz/ promotion for the territory • Prepares weekly sales reports and data entry in the SFA/CRM system and advise management of potential issues with suggested solutions.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and one other language • A minimum 3-5 years sales experience with at least two years in transportation/logistics, shipping or related industry • Working knowledge of CRM, Lotus Notes and MS Office software • Manual dexterity to perform repetitive motion on a computer; ability to travel by various modes of transportation, occasionally being exposed to outside elements during the course of travel • A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Marketing or related field, valid driver’s license and current passport.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD FORWARD THEIR RESUME VIA EMAIL TO: BKERR@TROPICAL.COM OR BY FACSIMILE TO 649-941-5525. APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 9, 2017

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COOK REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY

May 27 - June 2, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

MARIE SHOP

is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

LABOURER

SALESPERSON

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY:

APPLICANT SUBMISSIONS:

Presentations by applicants must include with their curriculum vitae/resume employment related references, proof of university degrees(s), and a cover page briefly outlining career aspirations.

Turks and Caicos Islanders will receive preferential consideration for this position. However, all candidates must be willing and able to produce a clean police check. Finalist for the Training Manager position will be required to write an examination designed to demonstrate their competency of the skills mentioned above.

Compensation commensurate with experience This position is scheduled to begin in August 2017.

SALES MANAGER

The Sales Manager position involves the hiring and administration of a sales force consisting of full and part-time positions. The Sales Manager will be required to develop new business and meet sales targets in a competitive environment.

The successful candidate will have the aptitude and experience to thrive over a broad spectrum of discipline including: Human Resource management- The vetting, hiring, coaching and performance management of Team members.

As well as, the development of a sales force of multiple part-time and full-time employees.

Quantity Surveying- The preparation of tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities, and other documentation. Also, the candidate must have experience pricing and forecasting the costs of materials for large multi-

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THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

DOREAN WILLIAMS

(649) 344-3710

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

FRANCOIS EELIE VIGNEAU South Dock

is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

OTHER IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS:

FULL AND PART-TIME SALES POSITIONS

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

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

GUYSLANDE SWANN

(649) 331-1355 REGARDING EMPLOYMENT

QUANTUM DEVELOPMENT South Dock

Is seeking to employ a:

LABOURER CARPENTER Salary: $9.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

Salary: 430.00 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per hour

CONTACT: (649) 246-1329

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CONTACT: (649) 345-8350

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

JA’ SAM’S CONSTRUCTION

GERMAN BAR

is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY

GRAND TURK

TILE LAYER 1 BARTENDER Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 14705

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT:

CONTACT: (649) 242-3747

CARETAKER Interested candidate may contact :

is seeking to employ a:

A New retail and wholesale company is opening in September of this year and is looking for highly motivated team members with excellent interpersonal skills and a willingness to wow customers. Both full-time and part-time positions are available and successful candidates will have the aptitude in the following areas.

• Numeracy • Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills • Willingness to learn • Proficiency in MS Word • Proficiency in the English language both written and spoken • Must be able to perform physical duties including the lifting of heavy items Other important considerations: This position does not require a university degree. High school graduation is required and any post-secondary studies will receive attention.

Applicant Submission; These Positions are restricted to Turks and Caicos Islanders. However, all candidates must be willing and able to produce a clean police check. Finalist for the Sales position will be required to write a short examination designed to demonstrate their competency of the skills mentioned above.

Compensation commensurate with experience

CONTACT: BRANITZ@YAHOO.COM TEL: (649) 246-0775

1 GARDENER

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While this position does not e\require a particular university degree, applicants having graduated university will receive distinct attention. Also, this post requires excellent written and spoken English.

Applicant Submissions: In their submissions, applicants must include with their curriculum vitae/resume employment related references, proof of university degrees(s), and a cover page briefly outlining career aspirations.

Turks and Caicos Islanders, as per immigration rules, will receive preferential consideration for this position. However, all candidates must be willing and able to produce a clean police check. Finalist for the Sales Manager position will be required to write an examination designed to demonstrate their competency of the skills mentioned above.

Compensation commensurate with experience

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A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, with preference given to those candidates with a field related Master’s Degree.

(649) 241-2073

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OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

KEY SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Numeracy • Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills • Team-Working • The ability to negotiate • Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel and the ability to learn to use specialist software • Proficiency in reading and preparing bid documents from architectural drawings

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week. 7am-5pm

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

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We are looking for an experienced training and development manager to devise our organizational training strategy, oversee its implementation and assess its outcomes. You will identify training and developmental needs and drive suitable training initiatives that build loyalty to the firm.

You will also produce original curriculum and programs customized to our needs.

Our training and development manager will work to educate, coach, and mentor with the goal of enhancing employee skills, performance, productivity and quality of work.

The successful candidate will have aptitude and experience in the following capacities: • Proven work experience as an educator • Track record in designing and executing curriculum and training programs.

• Awareness and understanding of traditional and modern educational methods ( mentoring, coaching, on-the-job or in classroom training, e-learning, workshops, simulations and other • Excellent communication and leadership skills • Ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively • Strong writing and record keeping ability for reports, curriculum guides, training manuals • Strong computer skills with experience in statistics and data analysis • Ability to identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis and annual performance appraisals.

• Budget creation and management

(649) 341-8332

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TRAINING MANAGER

million dollar commercial projects.

Marketing and Public relations- The ability to liaise with clients and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers, site engineers, architects and designers.

Financial Accounting- The capacity to write professional reports, produce budgets, control inventory, and generate financial statements including balance sheets and profit and loss reports.

Five Cays

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BC, CS/ TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS

JANETRIA L. STUBBS

CONTACT: (649) 242-6770

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May 27 - June 2, 2017

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

M&L AMAZING WORLD

SANCHEZ & WILLIAMS CAFÉ

VALERI STORE

ALBERT JOSEPH BLUE HILLS

GRACE BAY TOTS

LAS BRISAS RESTURANT

is seeking to employ a:

BLUE HILLS

Is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

is seeking an:

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

AUTO MECHANIC REQUIRED AT AUTO PARTS PLUS, NORTH CAICOS

CONTACT: (649) 341-1406

HOUSEKEEPER BABYSITTER

To work 5 days per week salary $250 per week

CONTACT: (649) 347-5170

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

CONTACT: (649) 242-1866

For full time work at auto repair shop at the Bottle Creek, North Caicos. Must be willing to work six days a week. A demonstrated ability to work unsupervised with excellent communication skills is essential for the position. Most have at least 6 years of experience in the field, especially engine rebuilding. Salary is $11 per hour. Please apply no later than 21th May, 2016

SCUBA DIVING INSTRUCTORS/ ENGINEERS REQUIREMENT AS FOLLOWS:

AT HANDMY@TCIWAY.TC OR CONTACT ON TELEPHONE NO. 232 7101/231 3967

• STCW95 Complaint • Computer literate • Be prepared to live on board & work long hours including weekends and holidays • Experienced in the Hospitality industry Belongers need only apply Starting Salary: $400.00 per week

PLEASE SEND EMAILS TO CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

CONTACT: 941-7825 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY.

QUALIFIED PROFESSIONAL TILE LAYER Seeking a:

To join our concierge and services team.

The right applicant must hold qualifications in the kiteboarding industry. Other qualifications in water based activities are beneficial.

Driving licence essential and minimum of 10 year supervisor experience a must. Comprehensive computer skills essential. Salary will be dependent on experience.

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FAX TO: 649-941-4034

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previous experience in a restaurant environment • Assist the GM with stock control and staff training • Good command of the English language is essential • Well-groomed appearance • This role may require an element of natural handling and some heavy lifting.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder THIS ROLE IS A FULL-TIME POSITION SALARY 35K PER ANNUM

BELONGERS NEED ONLY APPLY. SEND A COPY OF RESUME TO THE LABOR CONTACT: (649) 946-5369 OR EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC 14693

CONTACT: (649) 431-0052

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THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Needed For Busy Dive Shop 6 Day Week Including Weekends And Public Holidays.

Salary: $2400 Per Month Positions Are Currently Held By Work Perit Holders

CALL 946-5029 TO ARRANGE INTERVIEW

Is seeking to employ a:

Successful candidates must be confident and at ease during fast paced services and enjoy a bustling environment while maintaining an informal and accessible approach in line with our dining standards.

Extensive wine experience and knowledge in a restaurant environment is essential, preferable certified by WSET or equivalent Sommelier qualifications but not essential.

REQUIREMENTS: • Ensure the highest level of wine service to all guests • Be an excellent communicator with

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

QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED SCUBA INSTRUCTORS

COCO BISTRO

SOMMELIER

LABOURER

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

Must have at least 5 or more years experience and able to work with little or no supervision. Duties include but not limited to clean and level the surface to be tiled, measure and cut tile, arrange tiles according to the design plans, prepare and apply mortar or other adhesives, install tile in the planned area, apply grout with a rubber trowel and wipe off excess grout and apply necessary finishes, such as sealants. Salary start at $12.00 per hour and is based on experience.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND APPLICATION VIA FAX TO

is seeking to employ a:

DIVE PROVO

CLUB PILLOWS SEEKS:

CARIBBEAN WATER ADVENTURES

(649) 946-5306 GRAND TURK

Is seeking to employ a:

• Valid PADI/SSI/TDI membership and liability insurance • PADI/SSI Enriched Air Instructor • Minimum of 5 Specialty Ratings • Working knowledge of underwater cameras/ videos and edition

CONTACT: XAVIER MALCOLM

TURKS AND CAICOS AGGRESSOR II

EXPERIENCED AUTO MECHANIC REQUIRED

PLEASE CALL 649-244-1711

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Assisting in meal preparation Salary: $400.00 weekly

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(649) 231-2397

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(649) 232-2267

CONTACT: 14687

CONTACT:

ASSISTANT COOK

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

Starting salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be willing To work 5 days per week Interested candidate may contact the employer for further details regarding employment

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BARMAID

1 MAID

Salary: $7.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

STORE CLERK

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Positions held by work permit holders

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2 LABOURERS 1 SECURITY GUARD

Providenciales

Turks and Caicos Islands

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Misick & Stanbrook is presently looking to fill the following position:

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY/ GENERAL CORPORATE & COMMERCIAL ATTORNEY The successful candidate must have at least 10 – 12 years’ experience in a range of commercial property and complex corporate and commercial law matters. Experience of resort and tourism development work is required.

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience but are highly competitive.

APPLY WITH FULL CV TOGETHER WITH THE NAMES OF TWO REFEREES TO DEVERAUX MALCOLM, MISICK AND STANBROOK, VIA FAX (649) 946 4734 OR E-MAIL TO INFO@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC. 14671

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

May 27 - June 2, 2017

Position Available at The Meridian Club on Pine Cay:

ISLAND GENERAL MANAGER DUTIES OF ISLAND GENERAL MANAGER: Day to day management of the resort, including, but not limited to, the hotel, private homes including some in rental pool, restaurant, bar, spa, gift shop and commissary; oversee all operations incidental thereto, including, but not limited to, reservations, marketing, pricing, coordination with travel sites and agencies; implementation and integration of technology systems, guest services and staff performance in resort operations; Coordinate and oversee administration of homeowner maintenance and marine services in conjunction with senior management and report to homeowners on status of their projects; Assume primary responsibility for transfers to and from Pine Cay; Ensure and coordinate staff training, develop on-going training program for all levels of resort service staff, including reception, reservations, housekeeping, bar and wait staff; Coordinate with governmental and other agencies as needed for safe, effective and compliant resort and residential operations; Coordinate as needed with ecological oversight, including invasive species eradication; Coordinate, as needed on IT systems, including with point of service and property management systems, reservations, billing and other technology systems; Coordinate as needed on new construction and facilities updates; Source, coordinate and oversee necessary external providers for marketing, public relations, website, corporate and leisure retreat and destination wedding providers, and all other travel and hospitality marketing providers; Coordinate with accounting and payroll and other internal and outsourced business service providers; Conduct staff performance reviews, as necessary, for such staff members; Coordinate security needs for resort with Head of Security Department and with K-9 security guards; Respond, as necessary, to security issues and health emergencies involving guests, homeowners, staff and other persons on island; Provide first aid procedures when necessary and coordinate evacuation of injured or ill persons requiring greater medical care to Provo; Arrange special functions for guests and homeowners; Oversee and maximize guest experience on the island; Oversee all sports activities, sports instruction and sports and leisure excursions and concierge services for guests and homeowners; Dine with guests on a regular basis and monitor guest and homeowner satisfaction with food service and quality; Monitor and ensure proper sanitation and cleanliness on island, including, without limitation, in and about the hotel, restaurant, commissary, staff quarters, staff kitchen and staff recreation center; Manage the recruitment and hiring process to bring in qualified candidates as positions become available; Ensure proper conduct of resort staff and their compliance with the Employment Manual; Ensure compliance with all applicable TCI laws regarding employment of resort staff, and resort operations; Conduct and/or coordinate staff meetings to discuss important issues involving staff; Conduct and/or participate in staff disciplinary proceedings as needed; Help with the supervision of all aspects of resort administration, including accounting; Assist in preparation of annual budgets for resort operations and perform such other functions as may be necessary to ensure proper operation of the island and resort; Oversee reporting to Board of fiscal management and forecasting reports related to resort operations; Lead cost containment and waste reduction efforts for island operations; Report as requested or necessary, on resort operations and homeowner services to the Board.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR ISLAND GENERAL MANAGER: • Minimum of 30 credits of undergraduate education from an accredited college or

university, including course work in business, management, economics and/or accounting • Minimum of 15 years of experience in leadership at 4-5 star resorts, culminating in at least 8 years as a general manager/executive leadership position at luxury international hotels and resorts • Must have at least 8 years of experience in resort sales and marketing operations, and liaising with travel sites, travel agents, travel publications, and other travel providers • Must have at least 8 years of experience overseeing resort reservation operations • Must have at least 8 years experience as a sports director (including sailing, tennis, dive operations) • Must have at least 8 years of experience in preparing resort operational budgets, critical paths, SOPs for all departments, and implementing service standards • Must have at least 8 years of managerial experience including with hiring and recruitment, training and performance reviews • Must have at least 8 years experience working at all-inclusive resorts • Must have experience working in resorts with both hotel facilities as well as privately owned villas/houses and properties, including experience in home rentals and managing homeowner requests and expectations • Must have demonstrated experience improving sales and revenue, and containing costs, at island properties • Must have demonstrated experience improving on-island sales and food and beverage revenue • Must have prior restaurant/food and beverage managerial experience • Must have prior experience overseeing resort facilities renovations • Must have prior experience overseeing resorts with marina, water sports, and spa facilities • Must have prior experience leading a residential staff of at least 40 employees who live on the property • Must have extensive prior experience with human resources, including implementing HR guidelines and employee handbooks • Must have prior experience with private island resorts, barging in of all supplies, and living on remote islands • Must have experience directly reporting to private owners (homeowner boards or single/multi family ownership) • Must be computer literate in Quickbooks, Excel and Word, point of sale and property management systems, travel websites, and travel reservations systems • Must have experience implementing and training on property management systems and point of sale systems • Must have experience using PMS systems including, roomMaster, Opera, RDP and Executech • Must have experience using POS systems, including ResortSuite, Micros, and Aloha • Must have experience using reservations systems, including SynXis and TravelClick • Must have prior experience working with luxury travel designations, including Preferred Hotels & Resorts • Must have training in first aid and emergency resuscitation techniques, and must be able to swim • Must be willing to work evenings when necessary and remain available for emergencies at all times • Must be willing to take K-9 training courses and/or interact with K-9 officers • Must speak fluent English and have fluency in a second language (preferably French, given the large number of French speakers on the island) • Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day • Must be skilled in handling all duties specified above Salary: Commensurate with education, training, and experience Starting Date: Negotiable

SEND RESUMES TO: TWA, MARCELIN, WOLF • CHANCERY COURT PO BOX 209, 1276 LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS ATTENTION: THE MERIDIAN CLUB TMW@TMWLAW.TC NOTE: PLEASE RESPOND NO LATER THAN JUNE 6, 2017. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED.

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The Meridian Club on Pine Cay includes a hotel and home rental operation, along with restaurant, bar, commissary, guest excursion desk, marine, airstrip, maintenance, gardening, K-9 security and housekeeping services.

We handle reservations and some marketing services in-house. Given our size and limited housing capacity, we cannot have distinct management personnel for each area of operations, so this is a unique position requiring multiple skill sets, responsibilities and obligations. Hours in this position are those necessary for proper operation of the resort and island 7 days per week throughout the season. This employee must be available at all hours for emergency response and therefore must reside full time on-island.

May 27 - June 2, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

NEEDED URGENTLY

SUNNY FOODS WHOLESALE CASH N CARRY Is now Interviewing for the following position:

MERCHANDISER JOB DESCRIPTION

Must be trained in merchandising and item categorization and posses certificate Must be posses a minimum of 5 years of job experience in merchandising and outfitting Must be willing to work extended hours daily/weekly Must be proficient in Sams 4s SPT-4740 Reflections Must be available to work different shifts day, evening and night Must be available to work variable schedules Must be willing to work in different environments (coolers, freezers, warehouse) Must be proficient in Back Office Implementation Ordering System Must be familiar or possess relationship with local and out of country suppliers and ordering systems.

Must be proficient in: Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Backoffice Must be willing and able to work in a team setting or as an individual

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PLEASE APPLY IN PERSON @ SUNNY FOODS LOCATED AT 53 SOUTHDOCK ROAD OR CONTACT 941-8112 FOR MORE INFORMATION. ONLY BELONGERS OR PROCE HOLDERS NEED APPLY

Qualifications and experience include but are not limited to: • Must have 5-Star property background with minimum 10 years of experience at a senior level • International experience, and remote island experience necessary • Fluent oral and written communication in English – A second language is an asset • Degree or diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution in related field Job Summary The Hotel General Manager Is responsible for all aspects of daily operations including: sales and marketing, revenue strategies, creating and maintaining standard operating procedures, financial reporting, recruiting and building teams, monitoring and maintaining the highest levels of service standards. This position requires a degree in hospitality management. Must have strong knowledge of food and beverage, and accounting skills.

SUPERVISOR/TRAINER Salary Range: $2,000-$3,500 per month commensurate on education and experience

Qualifications and experience include but are not limited to: • Must have 5-10 years Food & Beverage service experience at a supervisory level • Must be fluent in English (oral and written).

• Programming skills in the use of Point of Sales Systems.

• Human Resource training, financial accounting, and administrative skills required.

Job Summary: Supervisors/Trainers are responsible for the daily operations of the hotel and restaurant. They oversee all of the issues pertaining to a patron’s hotel visit and dining experience, such as: quality control, staff management, inventory, health and safety regulations and customer service.

Training supervisors are responsible for teaching, training, and mentoring new hires to build a strong service team that will create a memorable hotel and dining experience for all guests.

RÉSUMÉS CAN BE SUBMITTED TO INFO@TURKSHEADINNE. COM OR IN PERSON. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT THEIR RÉSUMÉ TO THE TURKS AND CAICOS LABOUR DEPARTMENT.

We are looking for an experienced all-round reporter to join our small team. The successful applicant would have run the gamut of covering community events to court and parliamentary reporting. The ideal candidate should be able to copy edit and be able to write eyecatching headlines, as well as proofread. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that copy is accurate; has correct grammar and follows house style. Applicant should be computer-literate and should know how to use a camera.

Please send application to the publisher at Turks & Caicos News Ltd. (The Weekly News) tcweeklynews@gmail.com, or P.O.Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

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NOTICE Regulation 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990

An Application, REGISTERED PR 12973, by ANTHONY E. GARLAND for PROPOSED BEACH BAR, RESTAURANT, RENTAL CABANAS & ANCILLARY FACILITES for part of parcel 60906/192, Leeward Going Through, Providenciales, has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Outline Development Permission.

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

Notice dated: 21st April, 2017

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Salary Range: $5,000 per month commensurate on education and experience

Reporter/Sub-Editor

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE TURKS HEAD INNE

Grand Turk Island, is looking to fill the following positions which are currently being held by work permit holders.

HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER

CLASSIFIEDS 37

TO ALL PROPRIETORS WITHIN 200 FEET RADIUS OF THE SUBJECT DEVELOPMENT SITE

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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14447

JOB VACANCIES LABOURER

Applicants must be willing to work weekends and holidays Salary: $8.00 per hour.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND THEIR RESUMES/ CVS BY EMAIL TO MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC FOR THE ATTENTION OF MARSHA BLANCHE TEL: 649-946-4732.

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SANDRA WALKIN Is looking for the following

DOMESTIC WORKER/ CARETAKER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-3342 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

SUPERVISORS

Duties: Warehouse Maintenance

Duties: Supervising store activities, inventory and staff etc.

DOMESTIC HELPER

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

TELEPHONE: (649) 331-6020, (649) 231-4101 (649) 339-4663 FAX: 941-8155 • EMAIL: INFO@KBHOMECENTER.COM SALARY IS NEGOTIABLE • MUST BE WILLING TO WORK SIX DAYS PER WEEK POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

CONTACT DEBBIE:

14745

is seeking to employ a:

FIBERGLASS INSTALLER

14761

fiberglass in a marine environment • Keen attention to detail • Ability to work some weekends Duties Include: - Grinding and installing fiberglass, sanding bottom painting, assisting with hauling boats and preparing boats for painting.

• WAGE RATE: $11.50 per hour

HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

LIVE IN VILLA HOST WANTED

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TRINITY HAIR AND BEAUTY REQUIRES A

Candidate to have: • minimum 8 yrs. experience working as a luxury villa host.

• Outgoing & professional attitude for top quality service • Willing to work long hours, weekends, evenings, holidays.

• Butler experience in a luxury villa or 5 star resort.

• Excellent communication skills- English.

• Attention to detail especially cleanliness at all times.

• Read & write English proficiently.

• Confidence and ability to properly and effectively serve and deal with VIP guests, villa owner, vendors.

• Consistent work history with same company 5 + years.

• Experience as a mixologist.

• Valid driver’s license • Willing to undergo medical exams or tests to confirm health fitness and to confirm free of disease that could be transferred by food handling.

• First aid certified • Ability to perform maintenance tasks, mechanical work, gardening, pool maintenance, housekeeping, light cooking etc.

• Accounting capabilities.

FULLY QUALIFIED EXPERIENCED HAIR STYLIST Applicant must be experienced in both styling and coloring.

Remuneration will be on a commission bases.

PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO TRINITYHAIRTCI@GMAIL.COM

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FULL TIME VILLA CHEF WANTED Candidate to have: • Minimum 8 years chef experience with at least 5 as a chef in a luxury villa or luxury resort.

• Own vehicle that is reliable, safety and insured.

• Ability to perform culinary arts at a confident and spectacular high end. Meal prep, cooking, BBQ. Experience and master of following cuisines -Italian, French, Asian, fusion, kosher, vegan, halal, organics. Villa stocking.

• Ability to communicate effectively with VIP guests, villa owner, suppliers etc.

• Full menu planning, supply sourcing.

• Willing to undergo medical examinations or tests to confirm health fitness and to confirm free of disease that could be transferred by food handling.

• First aid certified.

• Able to do deep cleaning of the kitchen and all appliances. Washing dishes, food and beverage table service.

• Housekeeping services when required.

• Possibly requiring live in ability.

• Ability to work long hour’s evenings, weekends and holidays.

• Excellent written and spoken English.

• Computer skills preferred.

SEND RESUME TO : GLENNRGARRARD@GMAIL.COM THESE POSITIONS ARE NEW BELONGERS PREFERRED

Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: (649) 231-2397

DEFINITIVE DESIGN BLUE HILLS

is seeking to employ a:

2 QUANTITY SURVEYORS AND 1 PROJECT ENGINEER Must have 5-10 years’

experience. Must be willing to work holidays and weekends to supervise construction projects on Island. No overtime Salary: Based on Experience

CONTACT: (649) 344-4007

THIS POSITION ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

GLASS SHACK is seeking to employ a:

PROVO ELECTRIC

ELECTRICIAN PLUMBER LABOURER

WAITER

GORDON SUPPLY

LABOURER SUNSHINE EQUIPMENT

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR Starting Salary $6.25

RESUMES CAN BE FAXED TO 941-3425 AND THE LABOR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

ASSISTANT CHEF

LAS BRISAS RESTURANT

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

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(649) 241-1009

SANCHEZ AND WILLIAMS CAFÉ

WANTED

REQUIREMENTS: • Must have proven experience in Fiberglass repairs and molding • 5 years’ experience working with fiberglass • Must be willing to work in full chemical suits • Have a general knowledge of boat construction • Prior experience painting and installing

for small resort on Salt Cay. Must read and speak English. Have 5 years of experience in working in hospitality and domestic worker industry. Experience in ordering and tracking inventory. Position pays $6.00/ hr. Must be willing to live full time on Salt Cay and work flexible hours.

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Duties: Mainly sales and customer service handling

Duties: For general duties such as cleaning and washing

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TWO [2] HAIRDRESSERS.

STORE CLERKS

DOMESTIC WORKER NEEDED

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ANGELINA’S BEAUTY SALON HAVE A VACANCY FOR :

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN FRIDAY JUNE 9, 2017. BELONGERS ONLY PLEASE

May 27 - June 2, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Must have experience as a Waiter Salary: 6.50 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 946-5306

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THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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May 27 - June 2, 2017

MIXOLOGIST REQUIRED

WILLIAM MILLS

Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

(649) 241-7798

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

ONE LABORER

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

To Work From Monday – Saturday Salary $6.25 Per Hour

Must be willing to work 6 days per week

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

CONTACT: 649-232-5222 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TANYA JACKSON VENETIAN ROAD

E&V EQUIPMENT LTD

is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

CONTACT: 14755

SALARY: BASED ON EXPERIENCE

SPOTLESS CLEANING SERVICE is seeking to employ a:

CONTACT: 941-8494

14754

LEW 1 SHIPPING SEEKS THE FOLLOWING PERSONS:

ONE (1) TUG AND BARGE CAPTAIN Must have 12 years experience Master License for 450 ton tug/barge

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 Per Hour

ONE (1) BOAT MECHANIC

Must Be Willing To Work 6 Days Per Week

Must know diesel engines knowledge of hydraulic system

(649) 331-0818

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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CONTACT:

We are seeking full-time, enthusiastic and committed Class Teachers to join our talented and successful team.

A successful candidate will be:

range • Committed to differentiation and SEN inclusive practice

• An outstanding teacher

• Able to effectively monitor, assess, record and report on pupils’ progress

• Hold relevant qualifications from a recognized Faculty of Education

• Confident in working within contributing to a supportive team

• Knowledge of the British National Curriculum

• Possess a willingness to work collaboratively and plan across the curriculum

• Possess secure IT skills • Experienced across the primary age

&

• Possess the desire to work closely with parents & to support school events

PLEASE APPLY WITH RESUME AND COVERING LETTER TO KHINKS@INTERNATIONALSCHOOLTCI INCLUDING DETAILS OF 2 REFERENCES CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS FRIDAY JUNE 9TH 2017

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SAILROCK CONTRACTING LIMITED

1 MECHANIC 1 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

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

(649) 347-1921

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FIVE CAYS

CAREGIVER THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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CONTACT:

WANTED

GRAND TURK

is seeking to employ a:

(649) 341-2035

FULL-TIME CLASS TEACHERS FOR SEPTEMBER 2017

MASON 14557

PLEASE CONTACT: AR@GRIFFITHSANDPARTNERS.COM WITH RESUMES AND REFERENCES

THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

is seeking to employ a:

We require an extremely confident Mixologist to join our fun, happy, and hardworking team.

• must be experienced in the field; • be capable of designing cocktails and menus; • prepare costings and budgets; • experienced at purchasing and inventory control; • must be willing to work 6 days per week; • have excellent customer focus and service; • must be trustworthy, reliable, and can work independently; Please apply with professional references and qualifications.

Turks & Caicos Islanders will get first preference.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

LYNDELL GARLAND

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CONTACT: 941-5707

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PROJECT ENGINEER

• Reporting To: Director of Construction • Job Location: South Caicos, TCI

Responsibilities: • Perform quantity takeoffs on various buildings and building types to create material lists by phase of construction.

• Develop bid packages to distribute to vendors for pricing.

• Work with vendors and subcontractors to answer questions related to bids.

• Create RFI to design professionals to resolve design issues.

• Collect and organize proposals from vendors and subcontractors, compare offerings, and make determination of best value options.

• Advise and discuss in detail all options for procurement with Director of Construction.

• Assist Director of Construction with the development of Requisition Forms and creation of Purchase Orders and Contracts for successful bidders.

• Work with the Engineering Manager to determine materials needed and cause timely procurement.

• Assist Purchasing and Logistics with maintaining records of materials received.

• Help forecast future material and manpower needs.

• Maintain a database of building types and construction costs for future cost estimating.

Qualifications: • Construction Estimating or Architecture Experience, Basic Computer, Knowledge of all MS Office Tools, Proficient in Excel, Analytical, Organized, Oral and Written Communication skills, Documentation, Plan Reading, and Collaboration.

Salary Range: • $40,000 - $45,000 yearly, based on experience

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO KENO FORBES, HUMAN RESOURCES & OPERATIONS MANAGER: DROP OFF: W104 VENTURE HOUSE, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES • FAX: (312) 376-2056 • EMAIL: HUMANRESOURCES@SOUTHCAICOS.COM • INTERESTED TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS MUST ALSO SUBMIT COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATION TO THE TCI LABOUR BOARD. 14741

40 CLASSIFIEDS ATELYS HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY

C & J CONSULTANCY

Is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

Acting on behalf of our clients:

WHEELAND

May 27 - June 2, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

DRS BUILDING LTD

DIJA BOUTIQUE Airport Road

is seeking to employ a:

STANDFORD FORBES, ERB CONSTRUCTION, CHARLES B. SHOP, BRUCELEE L. PRATT

is seeking to employ a:

EXPERT ROOFER

ISABEL ADAMS

ROOFING HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per week

GRAND TURK

is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

CARETAKER

2 DIVE MASTERS

GRAND TURK

Is seeking to employ a:

$8.85 PER HOUR

1 CRAFTSMAN $6.25 PER HOUR

2 DIVE INSTRUCTORS

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

$8.85 PER HOUR

1 CARPENTER $10.00 PER HOUR

Must be willing to work 6 days per week

1 TILE LAYER

CONTACT:

(649) 246-7382

(649) 244-3923

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

HELPER

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Salary: $400.00 Per Week Must Be Willing To Work 6 Days

(649) 231-3875 OR 941-3047

GRAND TURK

Must love children. For more information please salary $6.25 per hour

(649) 232-4107

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

(649) 241-2962

Must be willing to work 6 days per week

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CONTACT: (649) 232-0832

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(649) 341-1944

14714

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT:

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

SAMUEL GREEN

JC BEAUTY SALON NAILS & SPA

is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

DOMESTIC WORKER

3 NAIL TECHNICIANS

MUSICIAN

CONTACT:

CONTACT:

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

CONTACT: (649) 243-2928

MISSION CHURCH OF GOD PENTECOSTAL

AIRORT ROAD

Is seeking to employ a:

SALARY: $6.25

(649) 342-7373

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

HECTOR DRYCLEANING L.M VARIETY STORE GLASS SHACK is seeking to employ a:

Is seeking to employ a:

DRYCLEANER/ PRESSER

LABOURER CONTACT:

(649) 242-9097

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14721

14715

DOMESTIC WORKER NEEDED

Salary: $9.00 Per Hour Must Be Willing To Work 5 Days Per Week

Salary: $6.50 Per Hour Must Be Willing To Work 5 Days Per Week

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(649) 346-6991

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Must Be Willing To Work 6 Days Per Week

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

is seeking to employ a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 Per Hour

is seeking to employ a:

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

CONTACT:

G&G CONSTRUCTION

CATCH THE WAVE

BEST SEASON

(649) 232-5420

CONTACT: 14729

CONTACT:

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$10.00 PER HOUR

Salary: $150 per week

CONTACT:

RYNLEE MILLS

GRAND TURK

Blue Hills is seeking to employ a:

Salary: $6.50 Per Hour Must Be Willing To Work 6 Days Per Week

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

(649) 331-3887

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

(649) 331-9644

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

SHEFFIELD & ENID FORBES BLUE HILLS

is seeking to employ a:

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 Per Hour

Must Be Willing To Work 6 Days Per Week

CONTACT:

CONTACT: (649) 244-2201

LABOURER

Salary: $6.50 Per Hour Must Be Willing To Work 3 Days Per Week

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Is seeking to employ a:

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

REINWALD LEWIS

OLEM SEIDE ISLAND DRYWALL

CARETAKER LABOURER LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour Applicant must be Honest, Reliable and Hardworking

(649) 946-2332

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CONTACT: (649) 343-8379

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ROBERTS AGENCY

(649) 341-4780 OR 343-1848

Is seeking to employ a:

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CONTACT:

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Duties Include: Loading and unloading goods, Pick up and receiving containers and unload, Clean the store.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

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(649) 341-0363

LABOURER

MAURICE HANCHELL GRAND TURK

is seeking to employ a:

CONTACT: 14734

CONTACT:

BLUE HILLS

(649) 243-6197

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Salary: Based on Experience

MARIE CLAUDE DAVIS

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT:

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is seeking to employ a:

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

(649) 242-5334

Salary: $7.00 Per Hour Contact Quincy Harris

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THE BIGHT

NAIL TECHNICIAN

CONTACT:

(649) 443-3104

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

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ISPARKLE THE SALON MARANATHA RETAIL STORE KISHCO PLAZA Is seeking to employ a:

CONTACT:

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THIS POSITION ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

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14732

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CONTACT: DARLING86@HOTMAIL.COM

LABOURER

Must be willing to work 5 days per week

$6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 341-2214

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

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Salary: $250.00 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week

BARBER

$6.25 per hour

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HANDCRAFTER

$6.25 per hour

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

BARBARA HIGGS GRAND TURK

THE PINNACLE GRACE BAY

is seeking to employ a:

is seeking to employ a:

WARDS CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients: Coyaba Restaurant, Construction Complete, MG Construction, PJ’s Barber Shop

Is seeking to employ:

CARPENTER HELPER $400 per week

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION

(649) 941-7366

• Must be available to work part time hours between 8am to 8pm daily, plus weekends, holidays and overnight to meet the needs of the clinic

COSMETOLOGIST $200 per week

CONTACT:

• Must be eligible for registration with the local Practitioners Board

(649) 345-7212

WARDSCONSULTANCY30@GMAIL.COM

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• Must have experience with medical billing software, QuickBooks and AdvantaChart • Salary commensurate with experience

PLEASE SEND CV TO DR-GRAY@LIVE.COM OR FAX TO 941-2386 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND THEIR RESUMES/ CVS BY EMAIL TO MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC FOR THE ATTENTION OF MARSHA BLANCHE TEL: 649-946-4732.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN FRIDAY JUNE 9, 2017. BELONGERS ONLY PLEASE

DOMESTIC WORKER REQUIRED For a private family villa in Provideniales operated by Helle Coles. Experienced Live in Domestic Worker needed for busy household.

Salary is $900.00 a month. Required to work six days a week.

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. 14764

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TROPICAL BAR is seeking to employ a:

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

CONTACT: (649) 241-0426

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

WANTED A MECHANIC HELPER/YARD LABOURER AT CAICOS MARINA & SHIPYARD REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have proven experience hauling and blocking boats in correct areas on blocks and stands • General understanding of boat construction • Mechanical knowledge of heavy equipment to and ability to check on a daily basis and service • Keen attention to detail • Self-motivated • Ability to work some weekends and holidays

DUTIES INCLUDE: Cleaning the facilities, landscaping, greasing machinery, washing boats, pressure washing boat bottoms, sanding and painting boat bottoms using antifouling paint.

APPLICATION: Applications must be submitted in writing and delivered by hand to Caicos Marina and Shipyard, Long Bay Highway, Providenciales. Prior experience at a marina would be a plus. Salary paid at hourly rate of $8.00. Closing date for application is 30th June, 2017

HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Spence Security & Investigation Services Ltd. is seeking applications for the position of Chief Executive Officer. The successful candidate will be communityfocused and have the leadership, management, and interpersonal skills to maintain and advance the Spence Security brand and standing as a progressive, professional, and innovative private security agency.

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CONTACT:

• Must have experience in operating theatres assisting with gynecology cases

• Must be highly computer literate

Responsibilities include: To assist in the maintenance and repairs of the company’s equipment.

Salary: $10.00 per hour.

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

Health

• Must be willing to be flexible to meet the needs of the clinic

MECHANIC ASSISTANT

LABOURER THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

PLUMBER

$8.00 per hour

A LEADING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY HAS AN IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR:

Is seeking to employ a:

(649) 346-0002

CONTACT:

REGISTERED NURSE REQUIRED

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in nursing from a recognized University and at least 3 years post qualification experience

MAÎTRE D

$600 Bi-Weekly

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14558

CONTACT: (649) 331-8816

$7.50 per hour

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

To Work Six Days Per Week @ $6.25 Per Hr.

THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

MASON

LABOURERS GARDENERS

DOMESTIC WORKER

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DEPARTMENT PROFILE Spence Security & Investigation Services Ltd., which is locally owned, has been in operation in the TCI since 1998 and currently has a complement of +110 Security Officers, including a number of part-time staff. The Company is comprised of, and provides services in the following major divisions: Alarm Installation, Live Camera Surveillance Installations and Monitoring, Alarms Monitoring and Response, Post Security Officers, Private Investigations, Patrol and Response Units, including an enforcement branch for Detainee Control and Responsibilities Services. The Chief Executive Officer will be directly responsible for creating and maintaining the company budget including all of the above; will report to and consult with the Company’s Chairman in determining plans, policies, and procedures for Company operations.

THE COMPANY Spence Security is located in Company owned premises at Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, where its administrative staff of +10 is based, and from which its security force is directed.

The Company also has a division located in the nation’s capital Grand Turk. The Company is looking to expand its operation in the commercial and residential sectors

by offering modern, innovative security programs.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • A degree in criminal justice or related field from an accredited college or university (Bachelor’s preferred); • Completion of advanced coursework in policing or security management.

Graduation from the Policing or Law Enforcement Academy or the equivalent is strongly preferred; • Minimum of 20 plus years of progressive responsible policing or direct security management experience; • Experience in planning, forecasting, and managing multi-million dollar budgets; • Experience in leading the development and implementation of both strategic and operational plans based on client needs and fiscal realities; • Experience leading change management initiatives and has had responsibility for moving those initiatives forward in a collaborative and inclusive manner with the highest standard of professionalism; • Experience utilising technology and innovative security strategies and partnership law enforcement operations; • Must process extensive knowledge of the TCI Labour and Immigration laws; • TCI Law Enforcement Certification (preferred); • Valid Turks and Caicos Islands driver’s license upon hire or within 30 days of hire; SALARY & BENEFITS Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications (+$90,000 per annum), plus commission and other Company benefits.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

APPLICATION PROCESS CLOSING DATE: 14 JUNE 2017 SUBMIT RESUME AND LETTER OF INTEREST TO: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES LTD. ATTN: THE CHAIRMAN UNIT #7, CARIBBEAN PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS EMAIL: SPENCESECURITY@TCIWAY.TC 14747

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May 27 - June 2, 2017

Position Available at The Meridian Club on Pine Cay:

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HOMEOWNER SERVICES AND AIRPORT ADMINISTRATION

Duties of Assistant Director of Homeowner Services and Airport Administration: Provide the first point of contact for all homeowner requests and homeowner arrivals and departures; Support the Director of Homeowner Services in all responsibilities for homeowner estate management and homeowner residential requests, including homeowner arrival and departure information, and guest and staff transport to and from Pine Cay; Liaise with all island departments on behalf of homeowners; Support senior management in the day to day operation and management of the 37 private homes on the island, including those in the rental pool; Provide full administrative support, as requested, for the Pine Cay airport operation; Coordinate with the FBO on Providenciales for arrival of guests and homeowners; Assist senior management in operation and administration of the Pine Cay airport, including maintenance of all necessary records; Support managers in coordinating and overseeing administration of homeowner requests and island operation; Track homeowner requests and report to homeowners regularly on the status of their projects; Coordinate with governmental and other external agencies, vendors and suppliers as needed to ensure safe, effective and compliant residential and resort operations; Communicate with staff, homeowners, guests and others via phone or email as needed to successfully perform duties; Provide concierge service for homeowners and guests as directed by senior management; Coordinate with outside contractors as needed for homeowner and resort operations; Assist as needed in arranging air and marine excursions for hotel guests and homeowners; Support and provide coverage for senior management in all aspects of resort operations including, but not limited to, the hotel, private homes, restaurant, bar, spa, gift shop and commissary, marina, and airport; Support senior management in all operations incidental thereto, including, but not limited to, reservations, marketing, guest services and staff performance in resort operations; Support senior management in any needed human resources functions, including hiring, training, performance reviews as necessary, coordinating staff training, and developing on-going training programs; Coordinate security needs for homeowners with Head of Security Department; Assist with K-9 security guards, including arranging veterinary care, and assisting with training, as requested; Respond, as necessary, to security issues and health emergencies involving guests, homeowners, staff and other persons on island; Provide first aid when necessary and coordinate evacuation of injured or ill persons requiring greater medical care to Provo; Assist in arranging special functions for guests and homeowners; Dine with guests on a regular basis and monitor guest and homeowner satisfaction with food service and quality; Assist in monitoring and ensuring proper sanitation and cleanliness on island, including, without limitation, in and about the hotel, restaurant, commissary, staff quarters, staff kitchen and staff recreation center; Support senior management in ensuring proper conduct of resort staff and their

compliance with the Employment Manual; Assist senior management in ensuring compliance with all applicable TCI laws regarding employment of resort staff, and resort operations; Assist all aspects of island administration as directed by senior management; Assist senior management in preparation of budgets and reports for resort operations and perform such other functions as may be necessary to ensure proper operation of the island and resort.

Qualifications Required for Assistant Director of Homeowner Services and Airport Administration: - Minimum of 15 years of experience, with progressive responsibilities in travel and hospitality (including airlines and/or island resort operations) - Minimum of 15 years of experience in customer service - Minimum of 10 years implementing and/or training others in safety and security procedures - Minimum of 10 years onboarding and training new employees in customer service and/or safety - Minimum of 10 years fielding and meeting customer, guest and/or homeowner requests - Minimum of 10 years experience working in the air travel industry - Minimum of 5 years of guest liaison experience - Minimum 2 years experience in coordinating FBO and/or airport scheduling or ground duties - Experience working with and/or training dogs, on a paid or volunteer basis - Experience coordinating and scheduling veterinary care of dogs, on a paid or volunteer basis - Experience assisting management with general administration responsibilities - Strong customer service skills Strong written and oral communication skills, including ease of relating to guests, employees, homeowners and homeowner Boards in a service oriented, friendly and positive manner - Strong computer and budgeting skills - Experience with home rentals and managing homeowner requests - Experience coordinating boat transportation - Training in first aid, willing to interact with security dogs; able to swim - Must hold a valid driver’s license; be able to drive motor vehicle and a golf cart - Fluency in English - Strong communication skills, including verbal and written - Strong problem solving skills, abilities to anticipate, identify and solve problems - Demonstrated initiative, engagement with meeting goals, enthusiasm, drive to succeed - Must be willing to work evenings when necessary and remain available for emergencies at all times - Must be willing to take K-9 training courses and/or interact with K-9 (dog) officers - Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day Salary: Commensurate with education, training, and experience Starting Date: Negotiable

SEND RESUMES TO: TWA, MARCELIN, WOLF • CHANCERY COURT PO BOX 209, 1276 LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS ATTENTION: THE MERIDIAN CLUB TMW@TMWLAW.TC NOTE: PLEASE RESPOND NO LATER THAN JUNE 15, 2017. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED.

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The Meridian Club on Pine Cay includes a hotel and home rental operation, along with restaurant, bar, commissary, guest excursion desk, marine, airstrip, maintenance, gardening, K-9 security and housekeeping services.

We handle reservations and some marketing services in-house. Given our size and limited housing capacity, we cannot have distinct management personnel for each area of operations, so this is a unique position requiring multiple skill sets, responsibilities and obligations. Hours in this position are those necessary for proper operation of the resort and island 7 days per week throughout the season. This employee must be available at all hours for emergency response and therefore must reside full time on-island.

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Position Available at The Meridian Club on Pine Cay:

DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER/ DIRECTOR OF HOMEOWNER SERVICES

• DUTIES OF DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER/DIRECTOR OF HOMEOWNER SERVICES:

Assume primary responsibility for the day to day management of 37 private homes on the island, including some in the rental pool; Provide the first point of contact for all homeowner requests and homeowner arrival and departure information; Assume responsibility for homeowner, homeowner guests and staff transfers to and from Pine Cay; Coordinate and oversee administration of residential operations, including homeowner maintenance, marine services, and island construction, in conjunction with General Manager and Assistant Island Manager/Director of Maintenance; Report to homeowners on the status of their projects; Liaise with all island departments on behalf of homeowners; Coordinate with governmental and other external agencies as needed for safe, effective and compliant residential and resort operations; Coordinate with appropriate agencies toward procuring needed licenses, registrations, and/or safety checks including for boats, fishing, and automobiles; Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors as needed for homeowner and resort operations; Enforce island rules for the safety of all homeowners, guests and staff; Oversee logistics, purchasing and sourcing of island supplies, including coordinating with consolidator, barge and freight operations, receiving and customs; Coordinate homeowner purchases of buggies, boats and other supplies; Oversee ecological efforts and initiatives for the island, including invasive species eradication; Support and provide coverage as needed for the general manager in all aspects of resort operations including, but not limited to, the hotel, private homes including some in rental pool, restaurant, bar, spa, gift shop and commissary; Support the general manager in all operations incidental thereto, including, but not limited to, reservations, marketing, guest services and staff performance in resort operations; Ensure and coordinate reporting staff training, and develop on-going training programs; Conduct, participate and/or support the General Manager in staff performance reviews, as necessary; Participate in hiring as requested by general manager; Coordinate security needs for the resort and residences with the Director of Security and with K-9 security guards and handlers; Respond, as necessary, to security issues and health emergencies involving guests, homeowners, staff and other persons on island; Provide first aid procedures when necessary and coordinate evacuation of injured or ill persons requiring greater medical care to Provo; Arrange special functions for guests and homeowners; Dine with guests on a regular basis and monitor guest and homeowner satisfaction with food service and quality; Monitor and ensure proper sanitation and cleanliness on island, including, without limitation, in and about the hotel, restaurant, commissary, staff quarters, staff kitchen and staff recreation center. Assist in management of the hiring process to bring in qualified candidates as positions become available; Ensure and/or support the General Manager in ensuring proper conduct of resort staff and their compliance with the Employment Manual; Coordinate with the General Manager in ensuring compliance with all applicable TCI

laws regarding employment of resort staff, and resort operations; Coordinate and/or conduct staff meetings to discuss important issues involving staff; Conduct and/or participate in staff disciplinary proceedings as needed; Help with the supervision of all aspects of resort administration; Assist the General Manager in preparation of annual budgets for resort operations and perform such other functions as may be necessary to ensure proper operation of the island and resort; Report and communicate, as requested, on resort operations and homeowner services to the Board.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED FOR DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER/ DIRECTOR OF HOMEOWNER SERVICES:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction and/or skilled maintenance of residential homes and commercial buildings • Minimum of 5 years of estate management experience for private island residences • Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising daily maintenance, new construction, and security • Minimum of 5 years of experience sourcing, hiring and supervising residential vendors and service providers • Minimum of 5 years of experience with budget implementation and cost analysis for maintenance, renovation, and/or new construction projects • Minimum of 5 years establishing and/or maintaining all systems, including power generators, septic, potable water sourcing • Minimum of 5 years of experience developing and overseeing planned maintenance schedules for air conditioning and irrigation systems, electric buggies, and motor boats • Minimum of 5 years of experience with measurable and significant cost containment in residential operations • Minimum of 5 years of experience sourcing all supplies for a remote private island resort, including coordination of transportation, barging to the island all supplies including vehicles, boats, furnishings, and equipment • Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing, ordering, importing, cataloging and receiving household goods • Minimum of 5 years of experience hiring and ongoing supervision of on-site staff • Minimum of 5 years of guest liaison experience • Minimum of 5 years of experience in constructing and maintaining infrastructure, including drinking water, roads • Minimum of 5 years of experience liaising with plant contractors, site engineers, • Minimum of 3 years of military or law enforcement experience • Must have first response medic training, including training in first aid and emergency resuscitation • Must be able to swim • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills • Must be willing to work evenings when necessary and remain available for emergencies at all times • Must be willing to support or cover for the general manager upon request • Must be willing to take K-9 training courses and/or interact with K-9 (dog) officers • Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day Salary: Commensurate with education, training, and experience Starting Date: Negotiable

SEND RESUMES TO: TWA, MARCELIN, WOLF • CHANCERY COURT PO BOX 209, 1276 LEEWARD HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS ATTENTION: THE MERIDIAN CLUB TMW@TMWLAW.TC NOTE: PLEASE RESPOND NO LATER THAN JUNE 15, 2017. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED.

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The Meridian Club on Pine Cay includes a hotel and home rental operation, along with restaurant, bar, commissary, guest excursion desk, marine, airstrip, maintenance, gardening, K-9 security and housekeeping services.

We handle reservations and some marketing services in-house. Given our size and limited housing capacity, we cannot have distinct management personnel for each area of operations, so this is a unique position requiring multiple skill sets, responsibilities and obligations. Hours in this position are those necessary for proper operation of the resort and island 7 days per week throughout the season. This employee must be available at all hours for emergency response and therefore must reside full time on-island.

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May 27 - June 2, 2017

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REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE IS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2017 All classes start at 9:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. daily!

REGISTER FOR COURSES ONLINE: WWW.COHENANDKLEIN.COM

EMAIL: COLLECT@GATE.NET TEL 954-731-6340 • FAX 954-731-6606

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PROJECT DIRECTOR REQUIRED An upcoming resort development on Providenciales is in search of a highly qualified and experienced individual for the position of Project Director to oversee and manage the onsite project team, and to oversee all project management tasks required to successfully execute the Project. The successful candidate must have no less than 10 years experience, hold a degree in Construction Management and be a Chartered Construction Manager (CIOB).

Duties will include: day to day project management tasks like budgeting, scheduling, reporting and proper execution of the project plan; coordination of planning approvals; creation and production of monthly development and design reports through the pre-development and design phases to inform of schedule tracking, committed cost, cost to date and cost to complete; assisting with the coordination of the design disciplines, ensuring consultants have adequate information to their respective tasks,; ensure that changes to the design are recorded and any costs related to them are reported; revision of the design to ensure it meets the required building codes and area summaries; review and advise on various procurement options available for the project; oversee obtaining construction permits, if required; liaise with Cost Consultant to develop project budgets, as well as to track and revise the budget as the development progresses; manage the contractor pre-qualification, tendering and award of construction contracts; oversee operations and management of contractors and sub-contractors; ensure contractors and sub-contractors are carrying out their works in a safe and environmentally sound manner; produce monthly construction reports to show progress, cash flow and quality control procedures; manage and coordinate required government inspections and engage engineers to carry out quality control and testing; ensure standards and specifications for both workmanship and materials are maintain throughout the various aspects of the project; assist the hotel operator with hotel pre-opening.

Must be a dedicated professional who can remain calm under pressure, effectively work through deadlines, ability to multi-task, and pay close attention to detail. Must be an effective leader who can develop individual team members’ skills and attributes. Must be willing to work on weekends and holidays if need be.

SALARY WILL COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE WITH A BONUS AT THE END, IF SUCCESSFUL. CVS WITH COPIES OF QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY JUNE 5, 2017 TO INFO@KARAMMISSICK.COM. QUALIFIED BELONGERS SHOULD ALSO SUBMIT THEIR RESUMES TO LABOUR. 14765

The Warriors have a 92% chance of winning the NBA title, says Five Thirty Eight predictions HOW good are the Golden State Warriors this year?

Data geek site Five Thirty Eight predicts the team has a whopping 92 per cent chance of winning the NBA title.

Led by Kevin Durant, Steph Curry and the excitable Draymond Green, the Warriors have perhaps been the most fascinating of the “Super Teams” –teams that consist of two or more superstars in their prime. The NBA’s other current Super Team, according to the Nate Silver founded site, just aren’t as super: Predictions show Lebron James’s Cleveland Cavaliers, who are up three games to one on the Boston Celtics in the NBA Eastern Conference finals, have just an 8% chance of winning the title. The Celtics? Five Thirty Eights says they have nearly no chance at all.

The prediction is backed up by some people who know a thing or two about championships, from the court level.

“They’re in a groove,” San Antonio Spur centre Pau Gasol told the Mercury News. “They know what it

The Golden State Warriors are now the only team in playoff history to go into the NBA finals at 12-0.

takes to win and obviously they’ve been champions, they’ve established records that have never been set before and they’re on a path to get another championship.

In all my years in the league, they’re playing at the highest level right now.”

Gasol’s teammate Manu Ginobili agrees.

“They were so much better than us, so much stronger,” he said following the Warriors sweep of the Spurs. “We did our best. We shook their hands, wished them luck and go back home to our families.”

The Five Thirty Eight prediction comes from a rather sophisticated mixture

of ratings which they have dubbed CARM-Elo, a basketball specific version of the famous Elo ratings, developed by Hungarian physicist Arpad Elo. Today, ELO ratings are widely used across many different sports and pastimes, incorporating simple stats such as home-court advantage, and fancier ones such as how much a team wins by, how well the team has done in past years, and recent league expansions. The range for Elo is 1200-1800 with 1200 being the worst possible, 1500 being average, and 1800 being the best team ever. (Cantechletter)

T.C.GAS LTD OFFERS REWARD/ BOUNTY OF $5,000.00 Offered for identification leading arrest/apprehension and conviction ( alive) or custody of body(dead) of the individual(s) who sabotaged one of our gas trucks Last week thus putting all our lives in danger.

CONTACT: THE DOG CREW ( ANY MEMBER PERSONALLY) T.C.GAS LTD, PROVO INDUSTRIAL PARK,

941 3585 • 339 3585/3584

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Coach from St. Jago High school set for Jags McCartney Relays

Coach from St. Jago High school set for Jags McCartney Relays OUTSTANDING athletes at the 2017 Jags McCartney Relays will be under the radar of a visiting coach from St. Jago High school in Jamaica and scholarships are possible.

The top relay event to celebrate TCI’s first national hero, our first Chief Minister James Alexander George

Smith McCartney is set for Monday in Grand Turk. The TCAAA and the Commonwealth Games Association have pooled their resources together to make the event possible.

Top high school athletes and a few from the primary level will compete at the Parade Ground following a

march pass in the morning.

Information from the organisers indicate that the Enid Capron Primary School will join primary schools from Grand Turk, while several high schools throughout the TCI are gearing to compete. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

CORPORATE CO-ED SOFTBALL LEAGUE:

RBC/Law Enforcement win softball title THE RBC/Law Enforcement team won the Corporate Co-ed Softball League after a 9-8 win in the final against the Financial Service Commission last week at the Downtown Ball Park.

Pedro Williams, the eventual MVP of the tournament, and Krystal Williams led the winners

with three and two runs respectively. Both scored in the eventful fifth innings, in which their team scored five runs.

Stanley and Myron led the FSC with three runs each.

Krystal was also adjudged the best pitcher of the league. FCIBC placed third.

RBC/Law Enforcement were crowned champions of the tournament.

Krystal Williams nabbed the best pitcher award.

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Cheshire Hall dominated the post season in the race for the Plate title.

Beaches are the top team in this season’s Provo Premier League.

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES PPL:

Beaches win Champions final after penalty kicks BEACHES FC scored two second half goals to tie their clash 4-4 with the AFC Academy before beating them from the penalty spot, the results were the Champions trophy and bragging rights for the remainder of the year. The final clash of the season to dictate the best team in the league was a ding-

dong battle. Beaches went ahead with two quick goals in the first 16 minutes of play after Michael Laird and Romaine Small found the back of the net. Academy, however, answered with four successful strikes before the end of the half.

Raymond Burey netted a pair while Patrick Alouidor and Jose Elcius

scored the others.

It was not until the last 30 minutes of play that Beaches were able to answer, with goals from Angelism Cadet and Petitfrere.

The two teams eventually reached penalties and with a 4-4 tie, Rammeshe Thompson fired in the winning shot.

Cheshire Hall edge Sharks in Plate final A COME-FROM-BEHIND win by Cheshire Hall handed them a 2-1 win in the Plate final last Saturday in the Gilley’s Enterprises Provo Premier League.

The Sharks had the better of the first half and created a few more chances than their opponents, but it took an own goal to carry them ahead.

Wilwood Telfort equalised for Cheshire Hall with a superb strike from about 40 yards out, which deceived the surprised Sharks’ keeper.

The second half was much the

same, but Cheshire Hall exercised more control in midfield with their superior passing whilst creating little in the way of threats. Sharks had a couple of gilt-edged chances from both Brian Gregg and Nigel Morris but could not make them count. Added time arrived and both teams were starting to think about penalties when a cleared cross fell kindly to Jackson Joseph who skillfully put an unstoppable half-volley into the top right hand corner, breaking Sharks’ hearts in the process and taking the Plate trophy.

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TCI Flamingos record historic rugby victory against the Bahamas – Up three spots in latest Americas rankings THE Turks and Caicos senior rugby team, the Flamingos, recorded their first ever win against a full member of World Rugby (formerly IRB) when they defeated the Bahamas 26-19 on Saturday last at the Winton Rugby Centre.

The 15s win also propelled the TCI to the 18th position in the latest Americas rankings, up three spots from last week and four places from last month’s rankings.

With this victory and an opening win against the Dominican Republic at home on May 6, TCI have swept the Rugby Americas North Cup Series.

PROUDEST MOMENT TCI’s captain Sean O’Neill, was elated with the win: “For the Turks and Caicos to defeat the Bahamas is an amazing achievement. It is great to have the bragging rights over our nearest neighbours and rivals.”

O’Neill said that the players were pumped up after the win at home.

“The play for the entire team was brilliant. Everyone believed that we could win and the result was the proudest I have ever been on the rugby field.”

SOLID PREPARATION Coach of the side Simon Taylor

The Flamingos’ victory against the Bahamas last Saturday is their first against a full member of World Rugby.

praised the team’s preparation: “We went up to Nassau with a game plan that the whole team bought into and we got the result we deserved”.

In the clash, the Bahamas jumped ahead with a 3-0 lead in the first minute of play and set themselves up on the TCI try line, but the visitors regrouped and a strong rolling maul resulted in them marching 25 metres up the pitch. TCI continued to mount the pressure as the Bahamian penalty count grew and Gareth Butler steered the team from his boot sending kick after kick into touch. Eventual MVP Kadis Simmons was dominant in the line out and the Bahamas had no answer to the physicality of the TCI forward play.

The TCI team, playing into the wind, set up camp in the Bahamian 22 and were unlucky not to score from a number of mauls as the referee deemed minor infringements to take place and allowed the Bahamas to temporarily release the pressure. It proved too much for the Bahamas though as a line out from their own five-metre line saw Mark Francis and Joe Ryan pressure their outhalf with a tackle behind the try line.

From the ensuing scrum Kadis Simmons broke free and scored, giving TCI a 5-3 lead. The Bahamas used the wind at their backs for the remainder of the first half and punished TCI’s indiscretions at the

ruck with a penalty to go 6-5 up just before the halftime break.

The TCI team were confident starting the second half and from the get go they were back in the Bahamian half rumbling over for a try to take the lead (12-6) and the momentum. This was shortlived as Mark Francis was yellow carded for a dangerous tackle on the impressive Bahamian flanker Dan Woodside. While down to 14 men the TCI showed their resolve trading scores which saw them leading 19-16 when they returned to their full team after the sin binning.

The TCI team recovered and resumed their attack on the Bahamian

line with Callis Jones, Trevor Walkin and O’Neill unlucky not to go over for a try. From that attack, the TCI won another scrum on the Bahamas line and again Simmons took the ball over the line to give the visitors a 26-16 lead. TCI’s second half penalties allowed the Bahamas to claw back to 26-19 before a break from the Bahamian centre in the last minute of the match set their fullback on a collision course with the try line. Epic defense from the TCI backline pressured the fullback as he attempted to get under the posts and he was forced out of play, preventing the try. TCI cleared their line before jubilant scenes as the referee blew his final whistle.

NORTH CAICOS 5V5 MEN’S LEAGUE:

Richardson leads Best of the Best to title JUSTIN Richardson scored a brace as Best of the Best whipped Tiger Warriors 3-0 to win the inaugural North Caicos 5v5 Men’s League last Sunday at the RGHS Field.

Richardson, the eventual

Golden Boot winner (five goals), netted two second-half goals.

Tiger Warriors’ Yberne Phelistin won the MVP award.

In the supporting game, Champions won the third place title by forfeit over Physic Strikers.

Tiger Warriors’ Yberne Phelistin won the MVP trophy.

Golden Boot winner Justin Richardson scored twice to lead Best of the Best to the title.

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