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Some $8 million has so far been designated for the execution of the works detailed in the Grand Turk masterplan. PAGE  5 Premier Rufus Ewing and Jamaica’s prime minister Andrew Holness during a recent courtesy call PAGE

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PREMIER SAYS NO VICTIMISATION OF JAMAICANS GOVERNMENT LOST $55M IN REVENUE 4 IN ONE YEAR PAGE 

COURT STAFF STRIKE FOLLOWING ALLEGED MISTREATMENT PAGE  4

BIG CHANGES AT SOUTH CAICOS ANIMAL CLINIC

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Government lost $55m in revenue in one year FROM April 1, 2007, to March 2008, the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, headed at the time by Michael Misick, lost $55 million in revenue due to duty that was foregone in several areas. In court last week, former customs collector Terry Selver testified about a number of discrepancies in the system, revealing that the Government collected just under $10 million in import duties in that one year. The highest loss was recorded as result of legislative exemptions, which related to exemptions given under development orders. This sum was $18 million. The second highest recorded loss was in goods imported where the importers only paid five percent, this figure was $14.5 million. Within government bodies, where goods valued at $27 million were imported, the revenue foregone was seven million. These items included goods for government and statutory bodies such as furniture, specialised equipment, regular equipment, and supplies. For goods that attracted only 10 percent duty, $8.1 million worth of duty was foregone. These goods were valued at $41 million. In that same period, $1.171 million was also granted in ministerial exemptions. Selver testified that between 2003 and 2009 the ministerial exemption for import duties for various

developments was used quite a lot, more than it was before 2003 or after 2009. Selver said he had no discretion when it comes to the waiving concessions Asked how he learned about the ministerial concessions, Selver said it was usually contained in a letter from the finance. He said that there were a fair amount of concessions given. Asked to approximate how often these concessions were arriving/ being granted, he said at least weekly. The categories they were being granted for included developments that were being undertaken, new construction or outfitting of a business, and a number of other things. He explained that these ministerial

waivers were not the same as development orders, and that they were sometimes granted to facilitate the early stages of a development. Selver said these granted concessions were never published in the Gazette as the ordinance dictates they should; and that as far as he knew they never were before he became the customs boss. However, he did say that there came a time when publication did start again, but only for a short period. Asked if he ever raised concerns about the amount of concessions that were being granted by ministers, Selver said yes, he raised it with the finance ministry. The witness said he had a responsibility for revenue protection which included managing

concessions. He added that in his view he was seeking the ministry’s cooperation to help him better manage the concessions that were being given. He explained that it is the customs department’s responsibility to manage the concessions being granted by the ministry of finance in a better way, and had as such outlined several recommendations in a document to the ministry. While there is no required date limit for items imported into the country on concession, Selver stated that from a revenue protection standpoint there should have been a date limit, value limit and other things in order to better manage the concessions. He testified that for most of the concessions he did not get a date

limit on them, and asked if he ever spoke to the subject minister at time, defendant Floyd Hall, Selver stated that he wrote to the ministry with recommendations he would like to see enacted. These recommendations were proposals to standardise concessions. Selver said the categories he outlined included clear description of the items that were included in concessions, a time limit, value limit and ways in which to advice the importer about restrictions on the use of the goods and to advice importers that the customs department will be following up. The prosecutor then asked the witness if these ministerial waivers resulted in revenue being reduced to the country, the witness answered: “Yes, of course.”

Court staff strike following alleged mistreatment BY OLIVIA ROSE STAFF of the magistrate’s court at

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$8m earmarked for Grand Turk masterplan SOME $8 million has so far been designated for the execution of the works detailed in the Grand Turk masterplan. This was recently revealed to the press by Premier Rufus Ewing. Premier Ewing stated that the money is coming from the Carnival Infrastructure Fund, as well as from the Government. He noted that the scope of work is expected to span several governments and is intended to be a work in progress. The plan was first put to the House of Assembly back in 2014. Earlier this month the public was invited to witness the presentation of the plan in the nation’s capital and discuss some of the projects that are being proposed for implementation. It was later presented to Cabinet on May 12 where it was agreed to in principle. The Premier explained: “The masterplan calls for more detailed sub-plans such as the district planning within the town area of Grand Turk. “Those will be developed in the future, but we hope we will be able to execute quite a bit of it, some of it this year, some next year and in subsequent years.” The plan addresses areas such as land use planning, site planning, tourism planning, historic preservation and transportation planning. Some years back the ambitious plan was commissioned by the Government in collaboration with

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The plan was first put to the House of Assembly back in 2014

Carnival. It was intended to set out all the physical infrastructure in Grand Turk and provide a more orderly town. The idea is recreate the old Grand

Turk, by designating and preserving a historic district on the island. The identified area for this district started at the Osprey Hotel corner and ended at the former Cow House

corner. Since that time the masterplan was developed by Atkins International, and last week Cabinet was presented with it.

The plan was agreed to in principle by the members and a further review of the priority list of projects will soon be undertaken in order to establish a project timetable.

Court staff strike following alleged mistreatment

Magistrate Jolyon Hatmin. According to one official at the court who opted to remain anonymous, workers of the court are being subjected to hostile working conditions. The official said several attempts were made by the staff to voice their concerns with management but those efforts yielded no results.

The spokesperson said that when grievances with working conditions were brought to management’s attention they were told that if they are unhappy they could leave and find another job. Speaking on behalf of other staff members, the official told this publication that the protest action

came as a last resort, to demonstrate their frustration and to bring some degree of resolution to the problems they face on a daily basis. The official pointed out that there is a consistent lack of respect, poor communication and unfairness at the courthouse. Information received revealed that

there was grave dissatisfaction among staff members as it relates to their relationship with the management style of a newly-appointed court administrator and the chief justice. The court staff fall under the purview of the Chief Magistrate Jolyon Hatmin who has been acting in the post since Clifton Warner

retired back in December 2015. The sick-out ultimately indicates that important criminal and civil matters will be on the back burner until the ongoing matter is addressed. Several attempts to reach magistrate Hatmin and the office of public prosecutions by the Weekly News up to press time proved futile.

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According to recent reports in the Jamaican Gleaner some Jamaicans alleged that they are being harassed and singled out by TCI immigration officials

Premier says no victimisation of Jamaicans BY OLIVIA ROSE PREMIER Rufus Ewing has dismissed claims of victimisation against Jamaicans residing in the Turks and Caicos Islands. According to recent reports in the Jamaican Gleaner some Jamaicans alleged that they are being harassed and singled out by TCI immigration officials. However Premier Ewing during a recent media conference told reporters that this is not the case. “I would like for us to really dismiss this notion that there’s an issue of divide regards to Jamaicans in Turks and Caicos and how they are treated and so on. “I’m not saying that there are not small instances that it does happen, but by and large that is not the case. “We welcome everyone in this country and I would not like for those small issues to affect relationships at higher levels of government. “Jamaica for many years has been the source of education for our people going all the way back from when we were under governorship of Jamaica and I would like for that to continue and blossom.” Allan Hutchinson, Jamaica’s honorary consul in the Turks and

Caicos Islands, told the media that he is unaware of the reports. Looking ahead, the Premier revealed that the government of the Turks and Caicos Islands is looking to strengthen its bilateral relations with Jamaica. This follows a recent courtesy call he made on the newly elected prime minister of Jamaica Andrew Holness. Ewing said it was important for him to pay a courtesy call on the prime minister since he came into office to establish cordial relations and to formulate talks on how both countries can strengthen their long standing partnership. He said: “We had a good meeting where we discussed challenges in the region and areas where we can have relationships especially in the area of trade and things that he is passionate about with regards to how we can partner within the region.” He noted that the talks also focused on improving affairs of Jamaicans residing in the Turks and Caicos Islands and increasing trade between the two countries. “I’m sure that we can support each other with the various products and services that exist and we can have a better trade relationship, which would be better for us.”

Maritime Department goes solo AS OF April 1 the Maritime and Shipping Department separated from the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (DEMA). As a result of this separation, the Maritime and Shipping Department is once again operating on its own. Although the department is still currently located at the National Environmental Centre on the Lower Bight Road, Providenciales, it will be relocated in the near future. A Government press release read: “The department would like to advise all local captains or skippers who are operating small commercial vessels, in the waters of the Turks and Caicos Islands, and carrying passengers, that they

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are to be in possession of a boat master’s license. “Where the vessel that is being driven is a dive boat, ferry, cargo vessel or recreational vessel, that the vessel is to be fully compliant and in possession of a certificate of inspection from the Maritime and Shipping Department. “Where the captain or skipper of a vessel is operating the vessel and is not in possession of a boat master’s licence, and where the vessel does not have a certificate of inspection, the captain, skipper or owner are to immediately contact the department.” Anyone failing to comply with these regulations will be prosecuted to the full extent of the Merchant Shipping Regulations and the Small Commercial Vessel Code.

SHOULD UK PAY UP?

LAST week Minister of Finance Washington Misick declared that the UK government should foot the bill for the SIPT trials. What are your thoughts?

Not about guilt

Absolutely. The UK should pay for the SIPT trials. The TCI is not getting any financial help or burden from the UK. The least they can do is pay for this business deal that is going on in the TCI. This has nothing to do whether the individuals are guilty or not. The UK does not provide any sort of aid to the TCI. They provide to so many other countries. I do not think the TCIG wants any aid from the UK but when it when comes to SIPT trials which were ordered by the UK then yes they should pay. However, they think we have so much money and they think that we supported the lifestyle of the former ministers and so they say we must pay.

Only the accused

In a perfect world Mike Misick and co would foot the bill.

Punish first

The UK is right to punish the TCI elite. Unfortunately they blundered in tax design and used import duties and sales taxes to do that, which crush the poor. The TCI political elite is entirely corrupt and the developers and their financial experts exploit that at the expense of ordinary folk. The UK has not solved that yet, and is unlikely to do so until the key influencers here and in London, and their local stooges are justly exposed and punished.

Not the Brits

Did Mr Washington give his reasons?

I don’t think the British government should have to pay the SIPT bills to bring to justice the TCI criminals who stole millions of dollars and Crown land that was entrusted to them. The British people didn’t do it.

Gravy train

It is beginning to look like a gravy train for sure and if that is the case, then the UK should foot the bill and they can stay as long as they wish. The UK has a reputation for this kind of behaviour in the past so we all need to call them out on this concerning matter.

Life insurance

These trials have been expensive, are taking far too long and as I see it are fraught with unnecessary risks, namely a single very elderly judge (about 80-years-old) presides over all. So Minister Misick has a valid point in asking the UK to foot the bill. I would suggest that at least the UK buy life insurance for this elderly judge so that if, God forbid, something was to happen, we can use the proceeds of the policy to pay for the retrial and not have to

bear that burden as well.

Holiday money

Absolutely! They have fooled around long enough on our dime. I have never seen an investigation and prosecution on such a straight forward issue take so long. Enough island getaway for Helen and her band of layabouts!

Scam

Hell yes. The scam of money in the sunshine for England’s incompetence should be running thin with even the slowest thinkers amongst us. We can use that money to establish a defence force to protect or borders from thugs and thieves illegal immigration or booster our poorly performing police force in order to fight this crime escalation. That is the only responsibility England has towards us that they continue to fail this country with. Give us our money back. The TCI should sue England in the European Court of Human Rights, but then comes the question: Does the judiciary have independence from the Governor sufficient to make a reasonable, just and fair decision?

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Public consultations for energy sector reform begin BY OLIVIA ROSE IN A bid to promote the use of renewable energy in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Ministry of Infrastructure Housing and Planning is hosting a series of town hall meeting to garner input from the public on the drafting of the policy. A draft report for the reform of the energy sector will be shaped with vital input from key stakeholders. The goals of policy as outlined in a release are to, ensure and promote healthy and sustainable development in the sector, to foster renewable energy technologies and to introduce ways to measure and shore up service standards. The consultants, RAP, were retained to assist the Government with the reform of the legislative and regulatory framework of the TCI energy sector. The consultative meetings started on Wednesday (May 25) in Grand Turk at Dillon Hall while a similar meeting will be held in Providenciales on Tuesday, May 31, at 6.30pm at the Tropicana Show and Supper Club, located on 58 Sibonne Road, Grace Bay. Work on the amendment of the Electricity Ordinance and the improvement of the regulatory framework initially began with Castalia Strategic Advisors in 2012 and was restarted in 2015. During the course of the consultancy, meetings were held with the Turks and

Minister of infrastructure, housing and planning Amanda Misick

Energy reform

Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association, the Chambers of Commerce, members of the Renewable Energy Association and FortisTCI. The legislative and regulatory reform of the energy sector was highlighted by the Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning Amanda Misick, during her budget presentation on Monday (March 21) in the House of Assembly. Misick said electricity plays a fundamental role in every economy, and efforts must be made to ensure that it receives the necessary attention to transform the legislative

generating facilities can connect to the electricity grid, provided they satisfy the necessary technical requirements.” Misick outlined other goals and objectives to improve the efficiency of the energy sector. These include improving the legislative and regulatory oversight structure for the water and sewerage sector, completing qualitative risk assessment of the petroleum sector and putting measures in place to improve regulatory oversight and management for improved safety. Plans are also in the pipeline to intensify programmes aimed at evaluating, auditing and retrofitting

Focus on foster care THIS May the Government put foster care under the spotlight, thanking carers and encouraging others to take on the role. The Department of Social Development, Ministry of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication recognised May as Foster Care Month under the theme, ‘Be the change a child needs: Foster care is the way to go!’ According to a Government press release: “Foster care parents provide a safe haven, centred with love, security and support that affords a child the opportunity to develop healthy emotional intimacy, trust, self-esteem and the chance to learn valuable life skills. “While Foster Care parenting is not without challenges, it is one of the most emotionally and rewarding jobs one can do. “Witnessing the sparkle in a child’s eye, hearing the laughter in their voice and seeing the joy in their spirit, knowing that someone is on their side fighting for them, is an amazing feeling.” As the Turks and Caicos Islands continues to develop, the social issues will surge, and

become more complex and the need for more loving, dedicated and committed foster care parents will increase. Social development minister George Lightbourne said: “The department has come a long way in foster care but we still forge ahead to make a dream of safe homes for every child a reality. “It is my hope that one day there will be no need for foster parents because that would mean every child is in a loving home. “Until such time I encourage you to open up your hearts and your homes to a child who is in need and be that change a child needs.” The Department of Social Development encouraged interested and responsible adults to become a foster care parent and be the change a child needs. The department is conducting a foster care parent drive throughout the month of May and June. “To all who have given their time, love, and commitment to the children in foster care and their families, on behalf of the Department of Social Development, we say a huge thank you,” the release read.

and regulatory framework governing the sector. The reform is scheduled to be completed in the second quarter of 2016, enabling fundamental changes that lead to the promotion and increased uptake of renewable energy and energy efficiency measures. These changes are also expected to effect the implementation of service level and quality of standards, the reform of the power cost adjustment mechanism, review of the utility profitability margins and the establishment medium and long term sustainable energy plans. She said: “The reform will ensure customers with solar and wind

Under the tree

Government buildings to reduce energy usage and costs. She said: “Seeing the completion of the energy audit and evaluation of the Hon NJS Francis building; some measures will be implemented in the 2016 to 2017 year to realise energy savings and cost reduction, with more robust measures to be implemented over time.” The housing and planning minister noted that works that will lead to the much needed transformation of the energy sector to ensure a modernised framework that takes advantage of the positive trends of renewable energy, energy efficiency and improved standards.

By Benneth Williams

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Early childhood education on the front burner BY OLIVIA ROSE IN AN effort to improve the standards and experience of childhood education, early childhood educators will be trained over the next six weeks in Grand Turk. The training course began on Monday, May 23, with three two and a half hour sessions per week. The training will be facilitated by the TCI Community College following an official launch of the initiative on Friday, May 27, at the TCI Community College Grand Turk Campus. According to education minister Akeirra Missick during this year’s budget speech, the training is in

collaboration with the Caribbean Development Bank’s Basic Need Trust Fund and forms part of the ministry’s holistic approach to improve the schooling experience for every child in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The CDB’s trust fund is also responsible for constructing four state of the art early childhood centres in Grand Turk. The second phase of the project speaks to the training of educators to work in the model classrooms which the college is providing. She said: “Working in conjunction with CDB, the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College was identified to build a programme

Students of Enid Capron Primary School

that will be used as a continuing education model programme for teachers of early childhood classes. “It is the aim to have the skills of all teachers in this area upgraded to provide new approaches to teaching in early childhood. “The first batch of teachers will attend classes during the summer month’s period; we look forward to

building on their foundation. “No educator will be left behind on this Government’s watch - that is progress. “The improvement to the physical structures of our campuses is not the limit to the continued upgrades in the TCIG education system.” In 2014, the Ministry of Education embarked on a skill upgrading programme to ensure all educators within public schools are holders of a Bachelor’s degree (at a minimum). Missick said: “We want to not only ensure that we have a learning environment that is conducive to learning but that our students are continually taught by the most qualified and passionate educators in

this country.” A whopping $35.7 million was allocated in this year’s budget to continue the upgrading of physical infrastructure for schools, sporting facilities and boosting the training curriculum. The minister noted that wellqualified and motivated teachers will make well taught and motivated students. The education ministry’s budget was touted under the theme, ‘The success of every child’. Finance minister Washington Misick during his budget speech noted the importance of this key sector to the human development potential of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Inmates are given graduation certificates for completion of an anger management course

Prisoners receive certificates in anger management NINE inmates at Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk received training in how to control their temper recently. On Tuesday (May 24) they were given graduation certificates for completion of an anger management course. The programme which started in 2007 and runs two cycles each year has helped more than 120 inmates to resolve conflicts through calm and controlled methods. Government substance abuse counsellor Stanley Been currently

runs the course after taking over from senior substance abuse counsellor, the Reverend John Malcolm. At the graduation ceremony Been told participants: “I encourage you all to lose sight of your past afflictions and focus on your future, using the negativity that you once bottled inside as fuel for something positive.” Meshelle Jennings, Assistant Superintendent of Her Majesty’s Prison, hosted the event which was attended by George Lightbourne,

Minister of Home Affairs, Transportation and Communication, Raymond Grant, Acting Superintendent of HM Prison, Dr Alicia Malcolm, Director of the Department of Mental Health and Substance Dependence and the Rev John Malcolm. The Department of Mental Health and Substance Dependence, has been allotted future calendar dates to assist the prison with these support services. The second cycle for 2016 is set to begin on August 2.

James Smith Jr is in police custody

Wanted man captured JAMES Smith Jr, who was wanted for numerous serious offences, was captured on Thursday, May 19. The 23-year-old man, who was believed to be armed and dangerous, was discovered at

a home in Blue Hills during the execution of a search warrant He was immediately arrested on a bench warrant for his appearance in the Supreme Court for another matter.

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Students from Marjorie Basden High School in South Caicos

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Checking out the children’s play area

Students tour international airport PUPILS from two schools were given educational tours of Providenciales International Airport recently. A group of 20 students and four guides from the Alpha Christian Academy of Providenciales were the first to visit the facility. According to a press release from the TCI Airport Authority (TCIAA), the group included students aged from four to six-years-old along with one two-year-old toddler. For some of the students, it was their first time visiting the international section of the airport. A behind the scenes tour of the airport was the first activity on

the cards followed by a visit to the Airport Fire Station. The students watched the firemen put on their fire gear and spray water from a fire truck. The highlight of the tour for the students was watching the planes land and take off from the upper viewing gallery of the airport. The students were amazed by the little and large planes that they saw on the runway. Teacher and guide Dawn Forde said: “School trips such as this are very important for young learners. “At this age, what they see, hear and feel outside of the classroom

leaves a lasting impression on their little minds, and we are grateful to the TCIAA for this opportunity.” According to the tour guides, one of the main purposes of the tour was to enhance the vocabulary of students and guide them on jobs related to the aviation industry. After returning to school students were asked to draw a picture of what they saw at the airport. Some drew the terminal building, while others drew the firemen with truck or the aeroplanes. The second tour group consisted of older students from the third form of South Caicos based, Marjorie

Basden High School. The focus of this tour was to highlight the many career opportunities available within an international airport and to enhance the students’ knowledge of general aviation. The group consisted of 12 welldressed students and two teachers that travelled to Providenciales to visit not just the airport, but also tour a number of local businesses. The students were excited to enter the recently expanded upper international departure lounge and have a full view of the aerodrome and all flight operations.

There, a large discussion ensued of possible careers in and around the airport, such as pilots, air traffic controllers, firemen, maintenance engineers, support staff, IT staff, finance, retail business and even aviation management. “The TCIAA takes its commitment to social responsibility very seriously and makes time to embrace positive relationships within the community and support education however possible,” the press release read. Both tours ended with students receiving Providenciales International Airport pencils and pens.

TCI hyped as diving hotspot THE ANNUAL Premier’s road show is on again and this year the Ministry of Tourism is emphasising the incredible diving opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The team, headed by Premier Rufus Ewing and comprised of representatives of various hotels and resort on the Islands as well the Hotel and Tourism Association, departed on Sunday, May 22. Tourism minister Porsha StubbsSmith, who is of course a part of the team, told the press last Thursday afternoon that she is very excited about opening up the TCI’s diving sites to the world. “With us having the number one beach, number one island destination, it is important for me to be able to maximise our product and be able to maximise elements of our products. “So this trip… I will be promoting diving in the islands of South Caicos and Grand Turk, so you’re going to hear the tagline ‘diving with luxury’. “I’m excited as the minister to say that even though we haven’t had an official opening of East Bay resort,

it is an excellent diving location and of course we have excellent diving in Grand Turk,” Stubbs-Smith said. She added that they are looking to increase airlifts into the sister islands with this new diving initiative, particularly in the two above named islands. Meanwhile, a new city has been added to the itinerary – Las Vegas. Stacy Cox, executive director of the TCI Hotel and Tourism Association, said they are looking to tap into the LA market and see a lot more flights coming out of that part of the US. However, those flights will not be direct flights immediately. But she said that they would be working with airlines in the coming months to introduce direct flights from LA. As for the other niche markets, the team will be paying keen attention to New York, from where a significant amount of flights to the TCI arrive. The newly reconstituted Invest TCI, which joined the roadshow, will be hosting an event in New York that caters to potential investors in that

Premier Rufus Ewing, tourism minister Porsha Stubbs-Smith and officials of Turks and Caicos Invest Agency and TCI Airports Authority.

market. Cox said: “This is the third year we are doing the show and we look forward to doing this every year collectively, from the highest office in the Turks and Caicos and our general managers who will be on the road to meet our travel partners in these various cities.” Meanwhile, the Premier stated that as a result of the previous road shows, there has been a boost in airlifts to the Turks and Caicos

Islands. “It is very important for us to keep in contact and network with our travel partners in the US – building that relationship is critical and when we build that relationship we build that relationship at all levels with the tourism system,” Ewing said. However, over the years the extravagant show has been on the road, there has been criticism of the not only the money spent, but the seeming lack of a trickle-down effect.

The Premier addressed this: “We may not be able to be able to measure directly, but most of the arrivals we see here are guests who came due directly to our relationship with those travel hosts and agents and our travel partners in the US, and selling Turks and Caicos. “We go there and make it important enough to host them, get to know them better on a one and one basis.” He noted that the other factor is the expression of interest in terms of investing in the TCI. “We know that most of investment comes out of their [visitors’] first visit – they visit the place, they like it and they get to buy real estate, they buy their second home, and we see a lot of that happening just because of those kinds of networking relationships that we have developed.” Ewing added that even major infrastructure projects have come out of these road show trips. The team returns this Saturday (May 28) but before that, they will appear for the first time ever on the Today Show, on NBC on Friday.

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Big changes at South Caicos animal clinic BY KATHI BARRINGTON LOTS of things are happening in the Big South these days, but one thing that isn’t is multiple births of unwanted puppies left to fend for themselves in the bush. Turks and Caicos Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (TCSPCA) director Susan Blehr said they have been receiving requests for puppies. There are no longer hordes of abandoned, pitiful pups in the bush on South Caicos. Thanks to the TCSPCA’s consistent, affordable spay and neuter clinics, which have been held six times in the past three years, owned, cared for dogs rule on South. During the latest clinic, held from May 11 to 16, many cats were brought in for surgery.

The five person team including Dr Rich Sefcik, who once again returned to the TCI, where he was the TCSPCA volunteer vet for four years, and vet tech Erin Carston from Kindest Cut/IPAW, out of Minnesota, performed the surgeries. TCSPCA volunteer Diane Guess handled paperwork and director Susan Blehr and volunteer Peter Halstead picked up, or trapped and delivered animals to the clinic. As always, the clinic was hosted by Heidi Hertler at the School for Field Studies, who is an ardent supporter of the TCSPCA. She provided accommodation and meals for the small group. Her students canvassed their families and friends, prior to each clinic, to raise funds to cover some of the costs of the mobile clinic. They

raised $1,900 for the May clinic. Sailrock South Caicos also made a very generous $2,000 donation towards the cost of this clinic. TCI Government’s Department of Agriculture loaned the group their dog traps for the clinic, which the team employed to safely transport injured and fractious animals. Fifty-four animals - 29 dogs and 25 cats - were spayed or neutered in just five days. Most of them were five to six months old, before their first heat, so they will not be producing litters, ever. Blehr said it was encouraging that they saw only two cases of TVT, which is a sexually transmitted cancer, which was widespread on South Caicos when the TCSPCA first began visiting the island.

She also noted that they did not witness one single case of sarcoptic mange. And there were just a few cases of demodectic mange in dogs. These changes indicate a great improvement in the overall health of the dogs on South Caicos. The TCSPCA clinics are held in addition to the DOA’s unowned dogtrapping programme. These two programs must run concurrently in order to achieve a decrease in the overall population of dogs on the island.

The TCSPCA is currently finalising details to return to Grand Turk at the end of June/early July to run another spay/neuter clinic. It will be their fourth clinic on the capital island. Once again, the vet team from Kindest Cut, Minnesota will help make a serious dent in the numbers of unwanted puppy litters during the summer breeding season. If you want to help, please donate via PayPal at www.tcspca.tc or call to volunteer time or services to 9418846.

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What is the purpose of our political parties? SINCE the institutionalisation of political parties in our society, some of us have been questioning what purpose they really serve. We know historically they were formed in reaction to the new political situation that emerged in 1976. Here, it was realised that for any serious changes to occur in the advancement of the quality of life of our citizens, a political path through political parties was necessary. And although throughout the years we have had challenging experiences, the political party remains a feature of our system However, in recent years, a certain unease has been experienced by many of our citizens leading them to ponder whether the political party as a tool of national development is still fit for purpose. They see unemployment, an apparent gulf between governments and citizens, and no real change in their personal circumstances as reasons to worry whether the parties still have relevance. Some even wonder whether the parties now represent voters, those who run them or outside others. We see construction going on, which suggests development, but many of those on the job are not

BY OLIVER MILLS

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

indigenous voters. New business start-ups seem to be the province of others, voters complain of absentee representatives and claims of budget surpluses seem not to matter to locals who see no impact on their lives. In addition, politicians seem to have become the new economic elites and running for office a ticket to the good life. Further, announcements of help for small businesses are wrapped in requirements many feel they cannot meet. Others seem to be the beneficiaries. While political leaders doze off, the country drifts into the arms of others. And this is why many are now asking: What is the purpose of our political parties? They see our parties not as agents of change but of affluence and influence for personal benefit, not for voters or the country.

This results in a gap between people’s hopes and what the parties do for them, and has given rise to the PDA. This political party has its origins in the frustrations and denied expectations of voters who look elsewhere for a real deliverer. Our traditional parties have become vote-getting machines not developers of the people and transformers of the system. Politicians have become civil servants not innovative leaders. The political party has become a lodge not an engine of change. And the selection of candidates for office is like vetting for membership of a cult. Not making a choice of the best and brightest. The political party in the TCI has lost its way and needs to get back on track with a forwardlooking vision as its guide.

Helen Capron celebrates her 90th birthday

Aunty Capron celebrates 90th birthday HELEN Capron, also known as ‘Aunty Capron,’ of Grand Turk recently celebrated her 90th birthday with family and friends. Dozens of well-wishers gathered in Providenciales on Saturday, May 21, to help her blow out her candles and thank God for 90 years of life. “I had a wonderful time, it was a beautiful dinner party. Thank you all so much, my friends and family. I love you all,” Capron said. Born in Salt Cay on March 10, 1926, Helen Capron came into the world as a child of a salt minor. In her early 20s she migrated to Grand Turk and raised 11 children, nine of whom are still alive today. She is also proud to boast of her adopted sons Pastor Brian Cox and Johnny Gardiner who were present to celebrate the day with her. Aunty Capron was always a hard working homemaker and said her proudest achievements were being able to watch her children and grandchildren grow and flourish in

their lives and careers. She is grandmother to 15 children and has a number of great grandchildren that all bring a smile to her face. The secret to a long life might be simpler than anyone imagined, according to Aunty Capron. She insists that God has seen fit to give her grace and blessed her year after year. For this reward she is a Christian and a woman of strong faith. Her faith has led her to the Christian Radio Station where a Jamaican DJ (Andre) gave her the nick name ‘Aunty Capron’ and it has stuck with her ever since. “She has seen so much and with God’s continued grace, she may live to see so much more,” a press release read. “Aunty Capron is in great health and has no existing medical conditions. She has all of her faculties in full order and is happy to be enjoying life day by day.”

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Art promotor to launch island wide art programme OFTEN referred to as the ‘father of the TCI art scene,’ Titus de Boer, has made a proposal to the Government to launch an island wide art lecture and art promotion programme. De Boer, who came to the Turks and Caicos Islands in 1989, founded the country’s first professional art gallery in 1990 and is credited for not only launching dozens of artistic careers but also laying the foundation for the artistic scene in the country. Following a leave of absence in the UK and Germany, De Boer returned to the Islands in September of last year with the aim of putting his contacts of some of the world’s leading artists, collectors, publishers and promotors to good use. The philosophy behind his initiative is simple - helping artists to help themselves in pursuing sustainable artistic careers. With almost 30 years of experience in the field of art promotion, it become clear to De Boer that the main obstacle to many an artist’s career are the artists themselves, as they struggle with the departure from the proverbial artistic ivory tower to successfully pursuing a sustainable artistic career. By giving young artists the advice

of art professionals, they will not only see a practical path to their future career but also - through meeting established artists - have living proof that artistic careers are achievable. When asked to elaborate on his proposal, De Boer said: “The prime objective of this initiative is to expose the young people of the Turks and Caicos Islands to professionals from the world of international fine arts, be they artists, art dealers, art promoters, collectors, art historians, art journalists, art publishers, auctioneers, etc. “In practical terms this means that visiting art professionals will volunteer their time and expertise to students in the TCI, through lectures, presentations and art lessons. “Long term, the objective is for talented TCI students to partake in exchange programmes, thereby exposing their talent and work to the wider world.” The Art Lecture and Art Promotion Programme is expected to be launched this summer with a number of workshops. Local artists who are interested in volunteering are encouraged to contact Titus de Boer, by emailing thdbart@gmail.com.

Titus de Boer (left) is often called the ‘father of the TCI art scene’

Daddy daughter dance this June FATHERS across the country are invited to gather their daughters for a dance at Brayton Hall this June. The ‘Dance with Cinderella’ father and daughter dance event is

set to be held on June 11. It will be the third time Nutrition in Demand has hosted the popular event which promises to be filled with laughs, love and shared memories.

The dance begins at 6.30pm and tickets cost $35 for a single or $65 for a couple. More information is available at 442-3978 or by email at nutritionindemand@yahoo.com.

COMMENTARY

Pronouncements of prejudice I RECENTLY ran across a year old article in a Jamaican newspaper reporting the prejudiced pronouncements of our finance minister Washington Misick. The article reported: “Turks and Caicos Islands finance minister Washington Misick last week launched a blistering attack on foreigners, including Jamaicans, bluntly telling them to stay out of his country if they want to engage in public celebration of their cultures. “‘We have something coming up here called Haitian Flag Day. We got Haitian Flag Day. We got Jamaica Day. We have got Bahamas Day. When the hell we going to have Turks and Caicos Day?’ said Misick, a former chief minister.” The last published census illustrated that the TCI is a

BY DAVID TAPFER

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 25 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

melting pot. Other nationalities actually outnumber TC Islanders. The people Misick calls unwelcome, because of pride of their heritage, actually represent more than half of the economy. Other nationalities have invested their capital and their very lives building up this territory and the one single industry, tourism and international residency. Why is the population trend going against Washington’s wishes? TC Islanders have increased

their exodus in the last dozen years. Further foreign investors have all but halted their inward business investments. This is counter to our needs. With the amount of debt and obligations now loaded on top of the people of this country we need to expand the economy by backing off on Washy’s taxes to encourage a resumption of investment and population growth. By mentioning Jamaicans, Minister Misick slapped the biggest resort owner in the face.

Jamaican, Bahamians and Dominicans now treat our sick folks in their countries. By preaching against Haitian Day Misick ignored a shared history and culture! Our people sailed back and forth to Haiti to trade goods and produce not that long ago. In the USA Washy will find that 99 percent of the population trace their heritage outside US borders. The Irish holiday of St Patrick’s Day is celebrated in the largest US cities when people of mixed heritage march with their Irish neighbours. As an American youth I spent time at a park called German Central. My family on both sides had been removed from Germany since the 18th century but the pride remained. When Yvette and I had a home in Florida we displayed the TCI and American flags. Whatever is wrong with Washy

is joined by his nephew minister Gardiner who has made very strong pronouncements and changed immigration policies to discourage population growth. Progressives do not like the British and resent their saving the TCI from their party’s mismanagement. The writer of the article I referenced to begin this piece opined that the prejudice that caused these outbursts is well imbedded in Mr Misick. There is a strong feeling by the progressive party that they are better and above just about everyone. They always seem to be talking down to the population, TC Islanders included. In our view their performance over the years does not justify their aloof attitude When will enough be enough?

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Premier’s tournament to include dominos and sailing THE ANNUAL Premier’s Cup tournament has been expanded to include three cup winners – the golf tournament cup, a sailing regatta cup and a domino cup. This year the sixth annual Premier’s Cup will be a three day event, starting off with an opening ball on July 22 and culminating with the golf tournament on July 24. The sailing regatta and the

Dear Bishop Williams, Susana and me are both nearly 15 years of age and our families have been next door neighbours since long before we were born. We have been playing and studying together from kindergarten so obviously we know, like and agree with each other. We are not boy and girl friends, but yet it happened for the first time and thought nothing of it until she missed her period and started feeling sick. Both families confide in our pastor who is a very confidential, wise and caring person who will always do the right thing for us. Before we told him anything, he looked at us and asked: “How long have you missed your period?” He gave us great instructions about abstinence and money to purchase a pregnancy test kit with instructions that if the test came out positive, we must immediate tell our parents. Needless to say, the test is positive and we are afraid to tell our parents. What should we do? FILLED WITH FEAR IN INAGUA. Dear Filled with Fear, Her mother might have suspicions already, but since your pastor knows and has the respect of the entire family, go back to the pastor and asked for his advice as to the best way of informing your parents. At your ages, I do strongly concur with the pastor that your parents must be immediately informed to assist with decision and the best way forward both for the protection, health and care of the unborn and mother and the education of both of you. Don’t let the closeness of long time neighbours fool you, children at all ages need adult supervision and monitoring during joint study. Studies are empty without Jesus Christ. –––––––––––––––––––––––– Dear Bishop Williams, I am a 17-year-old lady with a 16-year-old brother that is being

domino competitions will both be held on July 23. The Premier’s Cup was originally formed in 2004 as the Chief Minister’s Cup, with the main focus being to raise funds for various charities throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands. Special focus has always been placed on programmes for the youth of the TCI. Prior to this year’s expansion,

the tournament only entailed golfing with the aim being to provide a competitive and exciting golf venue for both locals and guests of all levels and ability - from amateurs to professional golfers - in order to canvass funds for charitable organisations in the TCI. To date the event has raised more than $300,000 for several charities, with $20,000 of the $40,000 raised

last year going to the Cadet Corp. The other half went to the TCI Drug Prevention Unit. Again this year, the event will be raising money for the Cadet Corp programme which was re-launched in 2014.

Cadet Officer, Lt Colonel Ennis Grant, who was present at the launch of the tournament last Thursday at the Blue Haven Marina, said that with the additional funds he hopes to take the programme to South Caicos this September.

THE CAPITAL NOTE

The politeness of kings BISHOP CLARENCE N WILLIAMS

Bishop Clarence N Williams has performed well over 500 marriages and counselled thousands of couples. If you have a problem, email askbishopwilliams@gmail.com or write to Ask The Bishop, Box 685, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos. All rights reserved. Names and places have been changed for privacy.

brought up by our 32-year-old mother. We have never seen our father. From little children, my mother made it clear that girls work on the inside and boys work on the outside and she religiously see to it; but I want to work on the outside also. She is very protective of me because of her working on the outside of the house, she became too familiar with the ‘boys’ and as a result, I came along. I feel that this is not fair to me. I sometime feel like busting loose. Should I? WANT TO BURST LOOSE IN KEW. Dear Want to Burst Loose, Your mother has walked this road before and know what the consequences can be, but sit down and have a very daughter/mother conversation about all your fears and feelings. Your mother knows you very well and I strongly suggest that you give heed to her advice and instructions. I also suspect that you are influenced with the behaviour and chat with your friend via social media, but be careful, most mothers will not forsake their children and give them advice that might be deleterious to their good and proper upbringing. Be patient and heed the advice of your mother. Honouring your parents by being obedient to their good and Godly instructions that it may be well with you and that you may live long. ______________________ Dear Bishop Williams I am a 56-year-old woman who is massively overweight. I have been a member of ‘Jesus

on the Rock Church’ for over 30 years and have been the praise and worship leader until my knees gave out a few months ago. Because of my weight I cannot climb the stairs to the platform area so I asked my pastor to build a ramp to the platform and an electric chair for me to use. I want to continue conducting and leading praise and worship. My pastor replied: “You should lose the weight before I have another funeral and stop concentration of praise and worship.” I was so angry at my pastor that I almost curse a bad word. I am still angry with him, but I am afraid to approach him on this subject. STAY OR GO WITH THE WEIGHT IN PROVIDENCIALES. Dear Stay or Go with the Weight, Mark you your pastor was right, but he should have been more sensitive as what and how he makes statements to an overweight person. Do yourself and your family a big favour, unless you have an underling medical condition, make a conscious effort to systematically lose the weight under your doctor’s or a weight reducing specialist. The praise from those on the platform and those on the floor reaches God the same time. Praise and worship him where you are. Have an overall conversation with your pastor because having anger and bitterness in your heart will cancel your praise and worship and all you will end up with is the wright problem of sin.

MARILYN Monroe was once overheard saying to someone: “I am invariably late for appointments - sometimes as much as two hours. “I’ve tried to change my ways but the things that make me late are too strong, and too pleasing.” In this regard she had a lot in common with many a local politician, in fact I vividly remember the lateness of one former premier (the name BY TITUS DE BOER escapes me) who really wasn’t Titus de Boer, who originally having a good day unless he moved to the TCI from made you wait for at least two Germany in 1989, is a hours. journalist by training and And yet, after decades of currently works as an art living in the TCI, the concept promoter and consultant in Grand Turk and internationally. of ‘island time’ became so predictable that (somewhat ironically) you could almost set your clock to it. If an event was scheduled for 6pm, you knew with a 98.5 percent certainty that by 7.30pm things would actually get started and as a result one wouldn’t even bother showing up until 7.15pm. Fast forward to May 2016 and try to solve the following: What do a memorial service at the Grand Turk Anglican Church, a meeting in the Ministry for Home Affairs and a recent town hall meeting in Grand Turk’s Dillon Hall have in common? Faint hearted readers may want to sit down at this point, for the answer is quite shocking: They all started pretty much on time or get this, ahead of schedule! I still can’t believe I just wrote this, but there you have it. The memorial service was three minutes late, the town hall meeting started on time (to my great surprise as I casually walked in, 15 minutes late) and the said noon meeting at the ministry commenced at 11.57am. Shocking! Readers who are now considering moving to Djibouti, where I am told they still take ‘island time’ seriously, will take some comfort in the fact that I did manage to witness some examples of the time treasured concept. Still, time’s running out on island time - at least in some quarters. I must confess that having been born in the country that epitomises punctuality like no other, Germany, my conversion to island time took a few years but once I was ‘deprogrammed,’ I had gotten rather used to it. And so I do of course ask myself to what we owe the arrival of ‘real time’ in the TCI? The answer I think can be found, not surprisingly, with a new generation of TC Islanders, many of whom have travelled and/or studied abroad or have worked alongside professionals who, when they say “lets meet at 11,” mean just that. So whether or not you view punctuality as the thief of time or virtue of the bored, something tells me that we’ll witness more of it here, in the years to come. Got to go...I am running late for a dinner.

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Healthy teeth, healthy heart IT HAS been known for some years that there is a correlation with poor oral hygiene and heart disease, but the evidence to support maintaining good oral heath has recently become even more compelling. A study in which 100,000 people were followed over a seven year period has found that people who visited the dentist for check-ups and cleaning twice a year had a 24 percent lower risk of heart attack and a 13 percent lower risk of stroke, compared with people who never visited a dentist or went once in two years. Regular brushing of teeth and good dental care helps to prevent the accumulation of plaque which is the substance that builds up on teeth from food, drinks and saliva. Plaque build-up over time leads to gum disease. It is the bacteria involved in gum disease that can enter the blood stream and it is thought that this causes artery walls to become inflamed which can lead to heart attacks or strokes. Talking about the professional removal of dental plaque, Dr Nigel

Carter, Chief Executive of the British Dental Health Foundation said: “If this is not taken away then the gums will become inflamed, causing gingivitis and eventually gum disease. “This is when your general health, not just your oral health could be effected. “Gum disease has been linked to many diseases and illnesses in the body, an increased likelihood of suffering a heart attack being one of them.” The good news is that it does not take major lifestyle changes to get your teeth and gums in good shape and therefore help protect your heart. Twice daily brushing of teeth, first thing in the morning and last thing at night, with a small headed tooth brush and toothpaste will remove much of the food debris and plaque deposits from the teeth. Regular flossing is also important as this helps remove deposits in hard to reach places between the teeth. A check-up with the dentist will identify if you are suffering with gum disease.

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If this is the case the dentist will prescribe several visits for deep cleaning during which the plaque and hard deposits (calculus) will be removed and the teeth polished. Sometimes antibiotics will also be prescribed. Then, follow-up three-monthly

cleaning sessions are advised to ensure your gums stay healthy. As well as improving your dental health a professional cleaning also makes your teeth feel much nicer and can also improve your breath! Even if you don’t have gum disease, twice yearly ‘maintenance’

visits to the dentist for a check-up and cleaning will ensure that any problems will be identified and treated before they can be allowed to develop into anything more serious. While you’re caring for your teeth, you’re helping to care for your heart too!

• Lower heat to medium-low and continue to simmer for seven minutes. Stir in tortilla wedges.

• Add cheese on top and remove from heat. • Cover skillet and let stand for five

minutes, or until cheese is melted. • Garnish with yogurt or sour cream, avocado, and green onions.

Weekly Recipe

Skillet burritos

INGREDIENTS • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 yellow onion, chopped • ⅛ teaspoon salt • 1-pound 98% lean ground beef • ⅛ teaspoon ground cumin • ⅛ teaspoon paprika • ¼ teaspoon chili powder, or to taste • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder • Salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste • 2 cups diced tomatoes (you can also use a 14-ounce can diced tomatoes) • 1 can (15-ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained • ½ cup water • 4 (6-inch) whole wheat flour tortillas, each cut into 6 triangle shaped wedges • 1 cup Shredded Taco Blend Cheese

BY ADELE VAN SCHOOR • For Garnish: plain non-fat yogurt or sour cream; avocado; green onion, chopped INSTRUCTIONS • Heat olive oil in a large skillet; add onions, season with salt and cook for two minutes, or until translucent. • Add beef and cook until browned, stirring occasionally; drain. • Return to heat and season meat with cumin, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. • Stir in tomatoes and kidney beans. Add water and bring to a boil.

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Visitor Lori Morris-Hughes (second left) and her family The appreciation event at the Carnival Cruise welcome centre in Grand Turk

Honouring the healthcare heroes Handicap parking space near the airport

Airport introduces parking for disabled passengers AN AREA for handicap parking has been reserved to accommodate disabled travellers using Providenciales International Airport. The TCI Airports Authority (TCIAA) identified a suitable area and has erected a handicap parking sign. Noting that the space had to be painted in a visible manner, the Guyanese Association of the Turks and Caicos Islands volunteered to paint the markings. A member of the Guyanese Association said: “We saw fit to establish markings for disabled travels in the TCI though they are few. “This is our way of giving back to the community which has given so much to all of us. “We offer our sincerest appreciation to all of the TCI and we hope to be more active within the community in the coming years.” Before designating an area for handicap parking, Lori MorrisHughes, a frequent visitor to the Turks and Caicos Islands in an email noted that she and her family love the warm and beautiful weather of the TCI but with her medical condition, she was not able to park in the paid lot and walk the distance to the terminal. With Morris-Hughes’s influence and in keeping with international standards, the authority had to find a position large enough to accommodate wheelchair access and to be close enough to the terminal facility. The location identified as most suitable was near the traffic

roundabout and pedestrian crossing. Terminal and marketing manager Lavern Reynolds: “Mrs Morris Hughes has been very patient in accessing the handicapped parking space that has been assigned to all handicapped travellers. “Often times when she is at the airport, she meets the area occupied with unauthorised persons and has to drive around to find a spot which is most unfair.” The handicapped parking space should only be used by those who need it and have a valid handicap parking decal that is to be displayed at the front of the vehicle. When people park in a spot neither created nor at any time meant for them, they contribute to handicap parking abuse. The TCIAA will tow any vehicle that does not have the proper documents that park in this position at the expense of the owner. Owners of towed vehicles will be subject to pay a fee of $175 in addition to daily storage fees. Unauthorised parking and obstruction may also be ticketed at a rate of $250 as specified in the Road Traffic Ordinance. “The intent is not to make money, but to serve as a deterrent for people that do not follow proper protocol,” a press release from the authority read. “It has been the intention of the TCIAA to better serve the travelling public in all ways possible and this is the perfect example of synergy.” The paint for the exercise was provided by the TCIAA and the handicap stencil was donated by Hertzog Caribbean.

NURSES from across the country came together last week to attend a lavish banquet held in their honour. The Government-hosted appreciation event was held at the Carnival Cruise welcome centre in Grand Turk. According to a Government press release, nurses and their guests enjoyed a formal and elegant evening filled with cheer, food, music, accolades, and deep appreciation for their services. The evening began with a word of prayer from Pastor Mary Forbes, former Chief Nursing Officer, and past Health Disaster Coordinator. Then an official welcome and tributes were given by Tamera Robinson, Deputy Secretary at the ministry. She invited everyone to relax, socialize and enjoy the evening and acknowledged that the nursing profession is not easy as it takes a special person to be a nurse. Dr Rufus Ewing, Premier and Minister of Health, Agriculture and Human Services, honoured the civil servants from Grand Turk, Salt Cay and South Caicos. He stressed they are the “six senses of the health system” and without them the health system would not function. Doctors perform surgery and treatment, he said, but nurses provide the care necessary to heal patients, restore health and save lives. George Lightbourne, Minister of Home Affairs, Communications and Transportation, said nurses are not just nurses, but they are caregivers, confidants, parents and friends. They provide for the needs of their patients in hospitals, health centres and communities. He admonished nurses not to devalue themselves and their contributions and encouraged them to always know their worth and be proud of their service. Deputy Governor Anya Williams

Premier Rufus Ewing hands awards to nurses for their invaluable contribution

said that nurses are hardworking, dedicated and uniquely suited for the nursing profession. She recognised the work of nurses as priceless and said they deserve to be well compensated for their service. Chief Nursing Officer Jacqueline Sutton, described the qualities of a nurse as caring, empathic, detailedoriented, adaptable, hardworking, quick thinking, physical apt. She emphasised that if a person comes to a nurse in a crisis, the nurse will not have time to read a book. He or she will know what to do and will respond quickly. Each nurse was presented with a beautiful plaque by the dignitaries

present. Special recognition was given to nurse Mary Forbes, nurse Charlene Higgs, nurse Aldora Robinson and Chief Nursing Officer Jacqueline Sutton for their invaluable contributions to the Ministry of Health and the TCI. Nurses in attendance represented the TCI Hospital, Government primary health care clinics, the Mental and Dental Health Departments and the Wellness Centre along with nurses who have now retired. On May 20 nurses in Providenciales, North Caicos and Middle Caicos attended a banquet dinner at Beaches Resort, Providenciales.

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Exim, China State Construction enter ‘framework agreement’ to complete Baha Mar PRIME Minister Perry Christie announced in the House of Assembly on Wednesday afternoon that the Export Import Bank of China (EXIM) and China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) have entered into a “framework agreement” to complete the stalled Baha Mar resort “as expeditiously as possible.” Mr Christie made the comments as he delivered his 2016/2017 Budget Communication in the House of Assembly. He said the agreement was brokered following two days of “successful meetings” between Bahamian government officials, the EXIM Bank and CSCEC, which is the parent company of the resort’s general contractor China Construction America (CCA) Bahamas. “Following two days of successful meetings between representatives of the government of the Bahamas, the Export Import Bank of China and China State Construction Engineering Corporation, we are pleased to confirm that EXIM and CSCEC, the lender for Baha Mar and parent company of the resort’s general contractor respectively, have entered into a framework agreement which provides a pathway forward

Sidney Collie said that no negotiations have started on the possible coalition. PM Perry Christie said that the agreement was brokered following two days of “successful meetings”.

for the completion of the Baha Mar resort,” he said, reading a joint statement by the EXIM Bank and CSCEC. “The arrangement provides for a framework for putting in place the financing required for completion of the project and for CSCEC’s indirect subsidiary, CCA Bahamas to remobilise and restart construction to finish the project as expeditiously as possible.” He also said that talks were underway between CCA Bahamas and the resort’s court appointed

receivers to agree to appropriate terms for construction to recommence and to prepare a construction agreement to provide the timeline for the project’s completion. Baha Mar’s developer responded by urging the government again to enter into discussions over its offer to complete the resort, which it said “would allow the unsecured creditors to be paid, the bank to not to have to incur a discount on the monies it is owed, and which would facilitate the return of many Bahamians to work”.

Authorities in Trinidad investigate alleged ISIS plot to bomb shopping malls NATIONAL Security Minister retired Major General Edmund Dillon Tuesday urged residents to remain calm as police continue their investigations into the authenticity of a recording shared in a Whatsapp group, warning of a plot to bomb several shopping malls in the country. In a statement, Dillon said that he is telling citizens “not be guided by rumours and remain calm and vigilant and report any suspicious activity”. He has given an assurance that this country’s intelligence agencies “are working to authenticate the origin of such threats and findings will be generated in a timely and accurate manner”. In the first recording directed to a WhatsApp group, the man uses the word “batch” which is commonly used by soldiers, and makes reference of information he says came out of the camp he is in. He goes on to refer to the camp as being close to where the Special Anti-Crime Unit of T&T (SUATT) operated and that the word reaching the camp is that ISIS is planning to detonate bombs in the malls sometime between Thursday and Sunday.

Collie: No high-level talks on DNA coalition

THERE has been no “executive level discussion” between the Free National Movement (FNM) and the Democratic National Alliance (DNA) over the potential for a coalition, according to FNM Chairman Sidney Collie. Mr Collie made the comment at the conclusion of a series of meetings at the party’s Mackey Street headquarters on Monday night at which four more election candidates - including former Education Minister Desmond Bannister - were ratified. “There are no negotiations, absolutely no negotiations by the leader and none by the chairman,” Mr Collie told The Tribune. “The statement has been tossed around by a lot of political groups and personalities. But as of today, there has been no

communication between the FNM and the DNA about a coalition. “While it is a great idea, the statement has always been that the FNM was interested in a coalition of all major oppositional forces in an effort to rid this country of the Progressive Liberal Party. No FNM ever used the term coalition; that is term that the press invented or Mr (Branville) McCartney invented, but, never the FNM. Our position calls for all of these forces to come together - under the banner of the FNM - and focus our energy on defeating the PLP.” Mr Collie reiterated comments by Long Island MP Loretta Butler Turner on Sunday, suggesting that the FNM’s brand was stronger than all of the other opposition parties throughout the country.

Bahamas PM denies promising 500 citizenships to Chinese investors

In the recorded warning (yet to be authenticated) the speaker said that ISIS is planning to detonate bombs in the islands’ shopping malls sometime between Thursday and Sunday.

The person is informing relatives to stay away from the malls. Police say they are in possession of the recordings and are seeking to determine whether they are authentic or a hoax. Dillon also condemned the murder of two law enforcement officers who were shot on Tuesday. He warned that that criminal attacks will not be tolerated “against the protectors of this country’s laws

and Constitution, and will do all that needs to be done” and will continue to “lead the fight to annihilate the menace to society”. Police said that police constable Jason John, who was assigned to the Court and Process Division of the Port of Spain magistrates’ Court, was killed by a gunman with a submachine gun, as he spoke with his wife on a telephone near his home in Arouca, east of here.

PRIME Minister Perry Christie has dismissed as an “absolute lie”, the claim that his government has agreed to sell or grant 500 Bahamian citizenships to Chinese investors connected with the US$3.5 billion Baha Mar project. “Bahamian citizenship is not for sale at any time, at any price, to anybody. This is a non-negotiable position of my government. Moreover, it is for me personally, a matter upon which no compromise is possible,” he insisted. Christie sought to make that clear following media reports that Chinese investors had requested significant concessions and benefits from the government as incentive to remobilize the stalled Baha Mar project. “I can therefore assure the Bahamian people, without any equivocation whatsoever, that no deal offering Bahamian citizenship

in return for an investment in The Bahamas will ever be entered into while I head the government of The Bahamas. I find the very idea of citizenship-for-sale to be repugnant to all that I believe in and to all that I stand for as a Bahamian. It will never happen on my watch,” he said. The prime minister also stressed that the granting of Bahamian citizenship is subject to strict eligibility requirements and qualifications under The Bahamas Nationality Act. “The suggestion that just because you buy Bahamian real estate or make an investment you somehow qualify for Bahamian citizenship is complete and utter nonsense. Not only is it as a complete nonstarter from the standpoint of the Government’s immigration policy, it is not even legally possible,” Christie said. (Caribbean360)

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Cayman holds more Japanese money than ever In the referendum Bermudans will be asked: “are you in favour of same-sex marriage in Bermuda?” And “are you in favour of same-sex civil unions in Bermuda?”

Same-sex marriage referendum in Bermuda facing legal challenge THE government’s move to hold a referendum on same-sex marriage and civil unions is being challenged in court. The watchdog organisation, Centre for Justice said it has been granted leave by the Supreme Court of Bermuda to apply for judicial review of the June 23 referendum, saying the questions proposed by the Government will breach a variety of fundamental rights related to due process. It said these include equality of treatment, freedom of thought, freedom of religion, and freedom of association guaranteed by the Bermuda Constitution, and that it will also give rise to discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation and family status prohibited by the Human Rights Act 1981 and by the European Convention on Human Rights. In the referendum Bermudans will be asked: “are you in favour of same-sex marriage in Bermuda?” And “are you in favour of same-sex civil unions in Bermuda?” But the independent, non-

governmental organization said it is gravely concerned that the referendum will likely set a dangerous precedent. “Unless the legality of such a referendum is carefully scrutinized by the court, the Government [whether in the form of current or future administrations] is likely to rely on the fact of this referendum as justification for holding future referenda whenever Government faces issues involving fundamental and individual human rights, simply because those issues might prove to be difficult politically, or unpopular with the majority of voters,” the centre said in the statement. “Furthermore, given the nature of the questions posed by the Referendum, CfJ is concerned by the fact that six of the 12 polling stations chosen [and the only polling station chosen for advanced polling] are church halls, in circumstances where representatives of at least three of those churches have openly expressed opposition to same-sex unions in the past.”

Santo Domingo “vulnerable to catastrophic earthquake” THE inhabitants of the Dominican capital of Santo Domingo are vulnerable to a catastrophic earthquake, from unplanned growth, overpopulation in dangerous areas, buildings that don’t comply with technical standards and lack of budget to reduce risk. The geologist Marco Antonio Giraldo said Santo Domingo’s accelerated development in recent decades has increased the vulnerability of its population, its means of production and services whether from quakes, tsunamis and cyclones. He cautioned that the current model on land use require urgent policies to protect the people, their lives and their livelihoods from

potential disasters. The expert spoke to start a course for communicators on disaster risk and climate change sponsored by the UN Development Program (UNDP) together with the Latin American Faculty of Social Sciences (FLACSO), as part of the project “Actions to save lives.” He said Santo Domingo had 239,464 inhabitants in 1950, and 2,908,607, now, or 10 times more in 50 years. Giraldo said many people aren’t aware of the risks they’re exposed to in greater Santo Domingo, or the number of earthquake-resistant buildings and the projects which have been done without planning or vision.

JAPANESE investments in financial securities in the Cayman Islands have hit a record high according to the Bank of Japan. Those investments stood at a total value of 74.4 trillion yen (about $675 billion) as of the end of 2015--up about 20 percent from a year ago-the BOJ’s statistics on international balance of payments showed when they were released on May 24. The amount was also more than double the corresponding figure at the end of 2005, and the largest ever since 1996, when comparative data became available. The figure represents the amount of money invested by Japanese companies, institutional investors and wealthy people in stocks and bonds of companies set up in the Cayman Islands or in investment funds established there. The Cayman Islands is one of Japan’s two most favoured overseas places for investments in securities, second only to the United States, where 165 trillion yen is invested, mainly used to buy U.S. government bonds. The 74.4 trillion yen figure is larger than the corresponding figures

invested in France and Britain, the BOJ statistics showed. The Cayman Islands, with a population of about 60,000, is noted for the fact that neither corporate taxes nor taxes on capital gains, which are benefits from the rise in values of financial assets, apply there. However, another factor important in the financial world is that it is easy to set up subsidiaries or funds, which gather investments, with a high level of anonymity on the islands. Regulations on the establishment and operations of companies or funds in the Cayman Islands are even looser than those on other tax havens, such as the British Virgin Islands. Therefore, it is said that it is possible to create financial products with high yields there. Consequently, companies and asset management firms throughout the world, including those in Japan, have set up investment funds or subsidiaries for fund procurement in the Cayman Islands. They have created financial products, using real estate and other assets in regions such as the United States and Asia as collateral, and have

accumulated money by selling them. Due to the effects of the “Abenomics” economic policies of Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, many Japanese companies, especially larger ones, are making increasing profits. In addition, because of the BOJ’s monetary-easing policies, financial markets are awash with cash. However, the money is not used for effective investments in Japan, and some of it is invested in overseas financial assets. Meanwhile, some wealthy people in Japan who tried to hide their assets by using companies registered in the Cayman Islands or other areas have been notified by Japanese tax authorities that they have failed to declare income. “Among wealthy people, there are some who conceal their assets by setting up many paper companies and do not declare their incomes appropriately to Japanese tax authorities,” said Go Kawada, a former official of the National Tax Agency, who is now serving as an advisor to Yamada & Partners Certified Public Tax Accountants Co. (Asahi.com)

Butler doubts ‘Yes’ vote will win in the Bahamas LONG ISLAND MP Loretta Butler Turner on Sunday admitted that she was “not confident” the proposed gender equality referendum will pass. Mrs Butler Turner explained that the general public does not trust the current government, and when combined with the government’s handling of the previous Gaming referendum and opposition claims of a “gay agenda”, she is not sure how the vote will turn out. However, she said, her view has not changed on the subject and she will continue to support the referendum and help to educate the public – just as she did in 2002. “I will continue to support this, it is not a PLP initiative in fact I feel strongly that this vote was driven by the policies and philosophies of the FNM. The PLP have played political games with this process and that is why we are in the position we are in today but I have taken the stance that this issue is bigger than the politics,” Mrs Butler Turner said. “The trans-gender, bi-sexual, homosexual conversation is secondary. I believe that is being used

Loretta Butler Turner said she will continue to advocate for a “yes vote” and continue to work with the current government for the bills to pass.

as a red herring by people to justify the difficulty they have in accepting what the current administration is saying. She said: “People do not trust the process combined what with the fact that they dressed up the gambling opinion poll as a referendum, said it was binding, got a no vote and then decided to do their own thing, people do not trust this government.” Mrs Butler Turner said she will

continue to advocate for a “yes vote” and continue to work with the current government for the bills to pass. “I am not confident in the vote but I am confident in what I am doing is the right thing. Standing up and saying yes is the right thing, it is going to make a difference in people’s lives. I do not have confidence but I have been doing what I need to do and will continue to do it.”

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WTO warns Brexit would cause an extra £9 billion in trading costs BRITAIN would be hit with an extra £9 billion in trading costs if voters back Brexit in June’s referendum, the head of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) has warned. Roberto Azevedo said Brexit would leave ministers with the unprecedented task of having to strike new trade deals with 161 countries, warning that Britain would not be allowed to simply ‘cut and paste’ existing EU terms. Thousands of new deals would have to be agreed on tariff and quota levels on agricultural produce, for example, while officials would also have to negotiate new terms for access to international markets currently enjoyed by British banks and the UK’s booming service industry. ‘Pretty much all of the UK’s trade [with the world] would somehow have to be negotiated,’ Mr Azevedo told the Financial Times. He also warned that British businesses would face a £5.5 billion increase in tariffs when exporting their products abroad. Trade is one of the Remain campaign’s strongest areas, with polls showing Britain’s future trading relations is one of the biggest concerns among voters. But Brexit campaigners argue that outside the EU Britain would be able to ‘take back control of our own

Mrs Clinton said the report showed she was no different from her predecessors.

Britain would be hit with an extra £9 billion in trading costs if voters back Brexit in June’s referendum, the head of the World Trade Organisation Roberto Azevedo, warned.

trade relations’ and agree new trading arrangements around the world. Vote Leave says Britain would regain its seat at the WTO instead of Brussels representing its interests along with 27 other EU nations. If voters opt for leaving the EU in the June 23 referendum Britain would have two years to negotiate a trade deal with the 27 other member states. If no trade deal is agreed within this time period, Britain would be left with WTO terms of trade with the EU, which are the most basic types of trade agreements. They are the terms that Russia trades with the EU’s single market.

Mr Azevedo warned: ‘The consumer in the UK will have to pay those duties. The UK is not in a position to decide ‘I’m not charging duties here’. That is impossible. That is illegal’. Warning of lengthy trade negotiations after a Brexit vote, he said: ‘It is extremely difficult and complex to negotiate these trade agreements. And slow as well. ‘Even if you are in a position to negotiate quickly with all these other members it doesn’t mean that they will be in a position to negotiate with you because they have their own priorities.’

Cameron would be in favour of leaving EU if he weren’t PM -Opines former election adviser Hilton DAVID Cameron’s former election adviser and trusted confidant has claimed the prime minister would advocate leaving the EU if he were not leading the country. Steve Hilton, who was Cameron’s most senior adviser in the 2010 election and his first few years in Downing Street, said the prime minister was a natural supporter of Brexit. Hilton, who left No 10 for the US and later wrote a book, this week came out as a supporter of Britain leaving the EU, saying he wanted to put a stop to the “arrogant, unaccountable, hubristic elites” running Europe. He told the Times he was sure that Cameron was instinctively on his side. “If he were a member of the public or a backbench MP, or a junior minister or even a cabinet minister, I’m certain he would be for leave,” Hilton said. He also claimed to remember a meeting in the early days on Cameron’s team in which it was agreed that they were in favour of leaving the EU in Britain’s best interests and that was the basis of the

Steve Hilton, who was David Cameron’s most senior adviser in the 2010 election and his first few years in Downing Street, said the prime minister was a natural supporter of Brexit.

arguments they were making. The intervention is likely to annoy Downing Street as the prime minister intensifies his campaign to stay in the EU in the final few weeks before the 23 June referendum. Cameron has often said in stump speeches that he has become more in favour of staying in the EU compared with his position six years ago before he became prime minister as he has seen its importance for maintaining

security. A Downing Street source said Hilton was “entitled to his own views” but insisted that David Cameron was not instinctively a Brexit supporter. “The prime minister has set out his views on Europe. This is about the national interest, and it is bigger than any one politician. The prime minister thinks this is the best of both worlds.” (The Guardian)

State department faults Clinton over email security A STATE department inquiry has accused Hillary Clinton and other former US secretaries of state of poorly managing email security. Mrs Clinton failed to comply with rules on record-keeping, the inspector general found, and used private email for official business without approval. But there are “longstanding, systemic weaknesses” in recordkeeping that pre-dated her tenure, it said. Mrs Clinton said the report showed she was no different from her predecessors. “Contrary to the false theories advanced for some time now, the report notes that her use of personal email was known to officials within the department during her tenure,”

said a statement from the campaign. It added that there was no evidence of any successful breach of her server. The FBI is also investigating whether there was a security breach and but has not yet interviewed her. She has denied handling any classified information in her private emails. The likely Democratic presidential nominee’s use of private email has been a talking point in the election, with critics saying Mrs Clinton believes she is above the law. Mrs Clinton’s campaign says it showed that her practices were consistent with those of other secretaries of state who “also used personal email” and she was “not unique” in doing it.

Net migration to UK rises to 333,000 - second highest on record NET migration to the UK rose to 333,000 in 2015, according to Office for National Statistics estimates - the second highest figure on record. Net migration is the difference between the number of people coming to the UK for at least a year and those leaving. The net migration figure for EU citizens was 184,000 - a record number. Boris Johnson said David Cameron had been “cynical” to promise to bring net migration down to below 100,000 while the UK was part of the EU. Speaking to BBC Political Editor Laura Kuenssberg, the Conservative MP and former London Mayor said it was “cynical and unacceptable to say you can fulfil that pledge”. “I think that they (the figures) show the scandal of the promise made by politicians repeatedly that they could cut immigration to the tens of thousands and then to throw their hands up in the air and say there’s nothing we can do because Brussels has taken away our control

of immigration,” he said. Mr Johnson, a leading figure in the campaign to get Britain out of the EU in June’s referendum, said he was proimmigration but there was “no public consent for the scale of immigration we are seeing” and the situation was “completely out of control”. He said that the only solution was to leave the EU, saying that a vote to stay in the union would mean people “kissing goodbye permanently to control of immigration”. Laura Kuenssberg said the immigration figures “could hardly have come at a more sensitive time, just when the referendum campaign is moving into a more brutal and frantic phase”. Home Office minister James Brokenshire said David Cameron’s renegotiation of the UK’s membership of the EU, which will see restrictions placed on the benefits new arrivals can claim and a crackdown on “sham marriages”, would “close back-door routes” into the country.

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Indonesia approves castration for sex offenders who prey on children In a sign of growing confidence, oil companies have started preparing for higher prices.

Oil hits $50 a barrel for first time this year The price of oil has gone above $50 a barrel for the first time in 2016 as supply disruptions and increased global demand continue to fuel a recovery. Benchmark Brent crude hit $50.22 per barrel at one stage on Thursday, its highest level since early November. The rise followed US data showing that oil inventories had fallen after supply disruptions due to fires in Canada. Brent crude has now risen 80% since it hit 13-year lows of below $28 a barrel at the start of the year. US crude oil inventories fell by 4.2 million barrels to 537.1 million barrels in the week to May 20, according to US Department of Energy data. Canada is the biggest supplier to the US and wildfires in the western provinces have reduced supplies by

about a million barrels per day. Talks in recent months between Opec and Russia about freezing oil production had already encouraged a price rise. Short-term disruptions to oil supplies have also lifted the price, offsetting higher production from Iran and Saudi Arabia. As well as the disruption to key oil production facilities in Canada, attacks by militant groups continue to restrict oil pipelines in Nigeria. Demand has also been better than expected from major economies such as China, India and Russia. Michael Hewson, chief market analyst at CMC Markets, said: “We do now appear to be seeing the effects that the decline in US output is having, and while supplies remain elevated, the glut does now appear to be diminishing.”

INDONESIAN president, Joko Widodo, signed a decree on Wednesday authorizing chemical castration for convicted child sex offenders and requiring those released on parole to wear electronic monitoring devices. The new punishment comes in response to the brutal gang rape and murder in April of a 14-yearold girl on her way home on the island of Sumatra. Seven teenage boys were each sentenced to 10 years in prison for the crime, which prompted national outrage and revived previous calls for chemical castration as a punishment against child sex offenders. Mr. Joko told a news conference at the presidential palace in Jakarta, the Indonesian capital, that he had signed a decree amending the country’s 2002 law on child protection to enable judges to hand down the punishment at their discretion. “The inclusion of such an amendment will provide space for the judge to decide severe punishments as a deterrent effect on perpetrators,” Mr. Joko said. “These crimes have undermined the development of children, and these crimes have disturbed our sense of peace, security and public order,” he said. “So, we will handle it in an extraordinary way.” Mr. Joko said that “sexual

Suspects in the gang rape and murder of a 14-year-old schoolgirl before their trial in Curup, Bengkulu Province, Indonesia, this month. The seven teenagers were each sentenced to 10 years in prison for the crime.

violence against children has increased significantly” in Indonesia, although his government has not provided data to back his assertions. He also increased the jail sentences for child sex offenders to a maximum of 20 years from 10 years. Last year, Mr. Joko, claiming Indonesia was facing a “drugs crisis,” removed an unofficial moratorium on capital punishment by executing 13 convicted drug traffickers by firing squad, all but one of them foreigners, prompting international condemnation. A second Indonesian

was also executed for murder. The local news media has cited the country’s National Commission on Violence Against Women as saying that around 35 Indonesian women a day are victims of sexual violence. Through chemical castration, drugs are used to reduce a person’s sex drive. A number of countries have employed the punishment for convicted sex offenders and pedophiles, in many cases in exchange for more lenient prison sentences. They include Australia, Russia, South Korea and the United States.

Long Island pastor still in pulpit despite sexual abuse lawsuits

Luis Ramos’ victims ranged in age from 17 to 63.

Former dental assistant admits to sexually assaulting female patients A FORMER California dental assistant sexually assaulted 13 female patients, he admitted in court on Wednesday. Luis Ramos’ victims ranged in age from 17 to 63, CBS in San Diego reported. Ramos now faces up to 15 years in prison when he is sentenced in August. “They’re relieved to have this over,” Deputy District Attorney Martin Doyle told the station, referring to the victims. “A lot of them were scared and frightened to testify, and they’re pleased that Mr.

Ramos won’t be out there doing that to someone else.” The 36-year-old Ramos sexually assaulted the victims as the anesthesia was wearing off after procedures at Park Boulevard Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Ramos confessed to sexually touching nine women, and penetrating several of them, according to NBC. The sexual assaults took place over a one-year period concluding in January, NBC reported.

A LONG Island priest remains on the job despite twin lawsuits accusing him of being a sexual predator of children — and a police probe of his alleged sick behaviour. The Rev. Gregory Yacyshyn’s position as pastor of St. Jude Church in Mastic Beach is safe due to a lack of “credible allegations” in the case, said a Rockville Centre Diocese spokesman. Yacyshyn, in a brief conversation Wednesday with a Daily News reporter, offered a handshake and a “no comment” in the lobby of the church rectory. “I can’t say anything because of the pending litigation,” he said, referring questions to his attorney. Lawyer Elizabeth Kase said the priest is an innocent man and the target of a smear campaign. “Father Yacyshyn has always and continues to deny any and all accusations of wrongdoing,” said Kase, calling the allegations baseless and defamatory. But the choice to keep Yacyshyn in the pulpit and the parish as the case plays out comes from Bishop

The Rev. Gregory Yacyshyn remains pastor of St. Jude in Mastic Beach, L.I., because the diocese has not received any “credible allegations” that he sexually abused children.

William Murphy. The Long Island bishop of 15 years is a vocal opponent of the Child Victims Act to change the statute of limitations in the sexual abuse of underage victims. In a 2014 letter to his pastors, the bishop described the proposed law as an “annual threat” while suggesting the Catholic Church had already handled its sexual abuse problems internally.

Bill backers “should be opposed by those of us who know how effectively and permanently the church has remedied that horrific scourge,” wrote Murphy. The Long Island diocese also has ties to state Senate Majority leader John Flanagan (R-Suffolk County), whose GOP colleagues blocked a Monday attempt by Democrats to force a vote on the bill.

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Concern Zika causes baby eye problems

The disease is already known to cause a serious baby brain defect called microcephaly.

SCIENTISTS studying the Zika outbreak in Brazil are becoming increasingly concerned the virus may cause eye damage in babies. Stanford University researchers found abnormal bleeding and lesions in the eyes of three infant boys whose mothers had caught Zika while pregnant. They want any babies known to be affected by Zika to have eye checks. The journal of Ophthalmology findings

follow another recent study that saw similar eye problems in Zika babies. The disease is already known to cause a serious baby brain defect called microcephaly. What is not clear is whether eye problems might be a complication of this rather than the Zika infection itself. Either is possible. All of the three infants the researchers from Stanford and the University of Sao Paulo examined also had

microcephaly. The eye damage they found in the baby boys was to the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye, called the retina. There was abnormal blood vessel growth, bleeding and torpedo-shaped lesions. Researcher Dr Darius Moshfeghi said the next step was to determine the root cause - Zika or microcephaly - to better understand which infants would need eye checks.

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The study suggests that eating curry at least once a week may help ward off dementia.

Regular curry consumption may help protect against dementia, scientists say WHILE the merits of Guyana vs. Trinidad curry continue to be hotly debated, a new study has put an entirely new twist on the term “crazy about curry.” The study suggests that eating curry at least once a week may help ward off dementia. The research shows that curcumin, the key chemical in the curry spice turmeric, boosts brain power, protects against memory loss in old age, and is thought to delay or prevent dementia symptoms. The findings add to evidence that older people living in cultures where curry is a staple food have better cognitive function and a lower prevalence of dementia.

You don’t necessarily have to eat it, moreover. A study of middle aged and elderly people found those who popped a curcumin capsule three times a day had better memories than those given a placebo. A year-long trial published in the British Journal of Nutrition found evidence that curcumin blocks beta amyloid proteins which clump together and destroy neurons. Over the 12-month period, 96 participants aged between 40 and 90 were given either 1,500 mg of curcumin or a placebo daily. About half of the participants took a 500mg curcumin capsule three times a day after meals with water.

The placebo group took a placebo capsule at the same times. In tests of memory and verbal skills, the participants on the placebo experienced a decline in mental function after just six months that was not seen in those taking the curcumin. The study is among a significant body of new research exploring how medicinal foods, if not drugs, may be the answer to taming this debilitating disease. One of the issues with curcumin is poor intestinal absorption, however, and food ingredient formulators are seeking to overcome this limitation with a variety of corrective approaches.

Alzheimer’s disease may stem from infections A PROVOCATIVE new study suggests Alzheimer’s disease may stem from the brain fighting off infections. Alzheimer’s disease may be the result of byproduct that builds up in the brain when it fights infections, according to a new study. The new study, if proven, could change the way the medical community thinks about the disease, and the development of drugs to treat it. For a long time, researchers believed that a protein called amyloid beta had a role in causing Alzheimer’s by building up plaque in the brain that destroyed its ability to make connections, ultimately leading to memory loss. Now, the new

research which is published in the journal Science Translational Medicine suggests that amyloid buildup may actually happen as a protective measure when the brain is trying to fight off infections, and that Alzheimer’s disease may be caused when an infection causes too much amyloid buildup. As people age, it may be easier for infections to reach the brain, triggering the amyloid and spurring the cascade of problems that lead to the disease. The study authors made the discovery by infecting brain cells in lab dishes, worms and mice with bacteria and studying how the brain creates amyloid and plaque in response. If the research is

confirmed with more evidence, then the way scientists go about developing drugs for the disease could change. As Scientific American reports, it may be that a little amyloid protein is good for the brain, and instead of getting rid of all of it, researchers may want to focus on ways to lower the levels. “We might want to think about just dialling it down,” study author and neurologist Rudolph Tanzi of Harvard University, tells Scientific American. More research is needed to determine whether the link is definitive, but other experts in the field are calling the findings “provocative.” (Time. com)

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Ancient crayfish and worms may die out together

The study found that four lifestyle factors were key: Maintaining a healthy weight; not smoking; limiting alcohol; and not using hormone therapy after menopause.

Women who carry common gene variants linked to breast cancer can still cut their risk of the disease by following a healthy lifestyle, a large new study suggests. In fact, lifestyle might be especially powerful for women at relatively high genetic risk of breast cancer, researchers found. “Those genetic risks are not set in stone,” said senior researcher Nilanjan Chatterjee, a professor at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore. The study found that four lifestyle factors were key: Maintaining a healthy weight; not smoking; limiting alcohol; and not using hormone therapy after menopause. The researchers estimated that if all white U.S. women did those things, almost 30 percent of breast cancer cases could be avoided. And a majority of those averted cancers would be among women at increased risk because of family history and the gene variants they carry. The study did not include women with the BRCA gene mutations that substantially raise the risks of breast and ovarian cancers. Instead, it focused on 92 gene variants that, individually, would make only a small difference in a woman’s breast cancer risk. But the variants are much more common than BRCA mutations, Chatterjee said. And their effects on breast cancer risk add up, he explained. One question has been, how much does lifestyle matter for those women? The answer: “Lifestyle

factors may be even more important for women at higher genetic risk than for those at low genetic risk,” he said. The findings were published online May 26 in JAMA Oncology. The results were based on records from more than 40,000 women tested for 24 gene variants previously linked to breast cancer risk. Chatterjee’s team created a “model” for predicting a woman’s risk of breast cancer, using that genetic information plus other factors. Those other factors included ones that can’t be changed -- such as family history of breast cancer and the age menstruation started -along with lifestyle habits. The researchers then added one more element to the mix: They estimated the effects of 68 other gene variations that the women weren’t tested for. Overall, the study suggests, the average 30-year-old white woman has an 11 percent chance of developing breast cancer by age 80. Some women would face higher odds because of their genes and other factors they cannot change. But lifestyle choices would actually make the biggest difference for them, Chatterjee said. Even women with the highest risks (the top 10 percent) could get their breast cancer odds down to average by maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking and drinking, and not using hormone therapy, the study suggests. “The bottom line is, this study provides evidence that, on a population level, a certain number of breast cancer cases would be prevented if women did these things,” said

William Dupont, a professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in Nashville, Tenn. He added a word of caution on hormone replacement, though. The evidence suggests that a short period on menopausal hormones has only a small effect on breast cancer risk. “I don’t think women should take this to mean that they have to go ‘cold turkey’ after menopause,” said Dupont, who co-authored an editorial published with the study. Dupont also stressed that the model the researchers created has limitations. So it should not be used to “predict” any one woman’s risk of breast cancer. Of course, other than the small number of patients tested for BRCA mutations, most women would not know if they carry genes tied to a higher breast cancer risk.

The flatworms are a few millimetres long and vary in their shape.

RESEARCH suggests that bizarre, tentacled worms which live attached to crayfish in the rivers of Australia are at risk of extinction - because the crayfish themselves are endangered. It would be an example of coextinction, where one organism dies out because it depends on another doomed species. Just a few millimetres long, the worms eat even tinier animals in the water or inside the crayfish gill chamber. This symbiotic relationship stretches back at least 80 million years. The new study maps out that shared history based on genetic analysis of 37 different species of spiny mountain crayfish and 33 varieties of their “temnocephalan” flatworm passengers. Published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B, it was a collaboration between

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Australian and UK scientists. They compiled a detailed evolutionary tree of both groups of animals and integrated it with the species’ geographical distribution. This revealed a lengthy tale of shared evolution with an apparent starting date of 80-100 million years ago, as determined by a “molecular clock” calculation based on the steady accumulation of mutations. At that time, Australia was about halfway through its gradual northward march to its current position on the globe. As the continent inched closer to the equator and steadily warmed up, the habitat of these creatures started to fragment and shrink. Today, spiny mountain crayfish - a genus called Euastacus - live in dwindling patches of eastern Australia. In the warmer, northern part of

their range they are restricted to lofty forest streams. Those northern crayfish lineages, as well as being closest to extinction, tend to be the most distinctive in their physiology and their DNA. The worms show a very similar pattern. Dr Jennifer Hoyal Cuthill, first author of the paper, studies evolutionary patterns at the University of Cambridge. She told BBC News: “Overall what we found was that in the north, where the crayfish live in cool streams on the top of hills and mountains where little patches of high-altitude rainforest are left, they’re very isolated. So the worms that live on them are specialised and only live on that crayfish, and there’s very little opportunity for them to switch hosts. “In the south, there’s a slightly different picture, where there’s been more switching around.”

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Turks and Caicos Islands Sailing Association travels to the Bahamas BY KEIR CLARKE OUR recent trip that we made to the Bahamas is a first, and therefore a landmark moment for sailing in the TCI. We have been training hard for a number of years to get our relatively new sailing association off the ground and up to speed, with the ultimate goal always being to make waves internationally. After Daniella Douglas represented us so well in the 2015 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships in Malaysia, we were all hugely motivated and inspired to follow in her footsteps. On May 21/22 a small team of sailors, Grace Mann, Grace Reaston Brown and Charlie Downes, made up our team that were able to travel to the Bahamas for this big event. In the Laser, Grace Mann performed extremely well over

the seven race series to take second girl, and an impressive eighth place overall. After gear failure and a premature start on day one, she sailed an incredible regatta on day two, often pushing hard at the front of the fleet. Most of her competitors have been sailing and racing since a young age and have spent a lot of time at professional training camps in Florida and elsewhere in the US designed to turn them into expert racers. For Grace to show up and land in the middle of the fleet like she has done is simply amazing. So much more to give in the future! The Laser radial is the female Olympic class in sailing, and is widely recognised as the most competitive boat to sail in the world. The Turks and Caicos

The Optimist fleet getting ready to start a race

Sailing Association, thanks to a heavy fundraising campaign, were recently able to purchase 6 of these Olympic Class Boats. Since December, we have been training three times a week with our Laser Youth Team, and Grace, who has only recently turned 15, has been at the forefront of our youth squad programme. After this promising performance, she is really looking forward to go back to Nassau next month, to compete

in the Laser Junior Bahamian Nationals on June 11/12. ‘Little’ Grace Reaston Brown (who is only nineyears-old) and another young youth squad rising star, Charlie Downes were competing in the Optimist Class, which is the world’s largest and most competitive fleet for sailors under the age of 15. It was the two young sailors first ever time sailing and racing the Optimist, and what an amazing performance they put on. Finishing seventh and eighth in the silver fleet respectively, they both showed a lot of skill, talent, courage and determination to finish every single race in the eight race series! Coach Keir and the parents were so proud to see them starting their first races in the fleet of 17 boats and often pushing hard for places close

to the front of the fleet. Such an amazing achievement for two very young and inexperienced races. There is a lot more in the tank to come from these two and indeed the rest of our youth team of eight sailors, whom sadly couldn’t join for the regatta due to exams. The Optimist is a totally new class for these guys, so for them to post these kind of results is nothing short of mind blowing in their first big regatta. Here in the TCI, the kids train on our fleet of Laser ‘Picos’ which is a training boat designed for a good transition to the Laser. We are now looking to join the rest of the world’s under 15 competitive sailors and are going to campaign to bring in six of these optimists, in order to keep on racing, competing, and making big

waves internationally. The next big race for our future Optimist sailors will be the Bahamian Optimist nationals in October of this year. We expect there to be more than 100 boats present, and we hope to have a team of at least six young sailors ready to race in October. Most of the team were hosted by sailing families form the Bahamas, and it worked out to be an excellent opportunity to make good friends and most importantly great connections in the world of sailing. The TCISA are looking forward to welcoming a team of about 10 Bahamian sailors and their coaches/supporters for our annual Fool’s Regatta which takes place on June 18 this year. We can’t wait to show them how we put on our racing regattas, with a healthy mix of fun, games, community involvement and of course some good old competition! The TCISA would like to think coach Keir, team mums Bex and Krys, and team dad Nick Downes for travelling and looking after the team for the regatta. Most importantly a huge well done to the three sailors for representing our Islands so well. We can’t wait to do it all again!

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Winnie-the-Pooh story celebrates Queen’s 90th

The Queen loved the Winnie-the-Pooh stories as a child.

A NEW Winnie-the-Pooh adventure has been released to celebrate both the 90th birthday of the Queen and the fictional bear himself. Winnie-the-Pooh and the Royal Birthday sees the much-loved bear travel to Buckingham Palace with Christopher Robin and friends, Piglet and Eeyore. The free story has been written by Jane Riordan and is illustrated in the classic EH Shepard style. It is available as an audiovideo download, narrated by

Jim Broadbent. The Queen officially celebrates her 90th birthday on 11 June, although her actual birthday is 21 April 1926. The first Winnie-the-Pooh book, written by AA Milne, was published in October 1926, though the bear ‘of very little brain’ had previously featured in a poem and a tale in a newspaper. Broadbent said he had “loved being part of” the new adventure. “I have been a fan of Winnie-the-Pooh since I was

a boy. In fact I named my very first and much loved teddy Pooh and that can only have been after the AA Milne character,” the actor said. “It’s been an honour to narrate such an iconic story and I want to wish both Her Majesty The Queen and Winnie-thePooh a very happy 90th.” In the new story, Pooh and his companions travel to Buckingham Palace to deliver a special present to the Queen. The present turns out to be one of Pooh’s famous “hum” songs.

DR again takes Latin beauty crown FORMER miss Dominican Republic, Clarissa Molina on Sunday won the crown of Univision’s reality show “Nuestra Belleza Latina VIP” (Our Latin beauty), which this year brought together the first finalists from previous competitions. Molina becomes the second Dominican to win the pageant, with a prize of US$200,000, including a car and a one-year contract with Univision. Molina, 24, won 53% of the votes, and was crowned by her compatriot Francisca Lachapelle, winner of the of the 2015 contest. “I have no words to thank the public’s support, I will not disappoint all those people who trusted me and brought me until here,” Molina said. (Dominica Today)

Clarissa Molina had finished in the top 10 in the 2015 Miss Universe competition.

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Windsong resort is seeking a suitable qualified applicant to fill the following positions:

Mixologist

General job duties but not limited to: • Creating innovative cocktails by utilizing and combining ingredients to create unusual tastes in drinks that will form part of the Windsong’s specialty drinks. • Refining and develop the techniques of the bartenders while managing cost. • Maintaining Standards of and assist with training of bartenders in designated, preparation, glassware and presentation of each drink. • Assisting with the costing and cost control of cocktails and beverages and the bar in general. • Participating in monthly and weekly inventories • Maintaining knowledge of bar and restaurant operations and ensure that Bar is in compliance to HACCAP and the Turks and Caicos Environmental Health Standards. • Assisting with the management and execution of functions and banquet events. • Managing or supervisor restaurant floor and service during the absence of manager. • Ensuring proper cash handling procedure and closing duties are executed. • This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder Requirements: • Minimum of 6 years in the specialized field • Excellent written, communication and mathematical skills • Must be willing to work holidays and weekends • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment • Salary range - $28,000 - $30,000 per annum

Cook

General job duties but not limited to: • Ability to work with minimal supervision with good working knowledge of the fundamental of cooking, as well as working knowledge of the HACCAP standards for kitchen. In addition, have knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, slicers, steamers, kettles, etc. • Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes. And, to execute recipes and food costing • Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language in order to complete requisitions, read recipes, and communicate with other employees. • Sufficient manual dexterity in order to use all kitchen equipment, i.e., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc. • Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move or push goods on a hand/truck weighing a maximum of 200lbs. • Ability to perform duties in confined spaces and within extreme temperature ranges. • Ability to butcher fish and/or meats. • Visually inspects, selects, and uses only food items of the highest standard in preparation of menu items - Checks and controls the proper storage of product, checking on portion control,

especially in specific cuts of meat, to maintain quality product. • Keeping all refrigeration, equipment, and storage and working areas in clean, working condition in order to comply with health department regulation- Assist with other areas of operation within the kitchen as needed properly execute all meals with special dietary needs • This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder Requirements: • Minimum of 6 years in the specialized field • Excellent written and communication skills • Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment • Mathematical skills needed to understand measurement, requisition amounts and portions sizes • Perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy. • Salary range - $8.00 - $10.50 per hour

Butler

General job duties but not limited to: • Satisfying the needs of guests as politely and efficiently when it is within the jurisdiction of the concierge department • Providing our guest with an experience that will always be remembered and with the highest level of responsiveness • Providing personal services of the highest level that may include, but not limited, to restaurant reservations, recreation requests, floral orders, shoe shine, etc. • Assuring prompt and positive action on all guest complaints, questions, and concerns, as well as conduct quality assurance follow-up; and respond to inquiries regarding services • Anticipating the needs of the guest so a solution can be offered before being requested • This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 6 years in the specialized field • Guild of Professional English Butlers certificate • Strong communication, organizational, decisionmaking and interpersonal skills. • Excellent written and communication skills • Butler experience in a luxury or 5 star hotel • Must demonstrate a positive attitude and professional demeanor, serving as an ambassador for the company, and encouraging other employees to do the same. • Project an approachable and professional image in personal appearance, manner, and demeanor. • Salary range - $6.25 - $7.00 per hour

Pool and Beach Attendant

• Assure prompt and positive action on all guest complaints, questions, and concerns, as well as conduct quality assurance follow-up; and

respond to inquiries regarding services • Anticipates the needs of the guest so a solution can be offered before being requested • Direct guest to beach and pool facilities, ensuring their comfort and needs are met • Maintain complete knowledge of correct maintenance and use of equipment • Monitor all guest activity in assigned work area; be alert to any sign of trouble. • Ensure safety of guests and enforcement of pool rules/beach precautions according to department standards • Responsible for the care and upkeep of all pool and beach equipment Requirements: • Minimum of 4 years in the specialized field • Strong communication, organizational, decisionmaking and interpersonal skills. • Must be willing to work holidays and weekends • Ability to multi-task and to work well under pressure. • Project an approachable and professional image in personal appearance, manner, and demeanor. • Knowledge of operating pool and beach equipment - Hobie cat / rescue boat • Emergency First Aid/CPR certificate • Salary range - $6.25 - $7.00 per hour

Housekeeper

General job duties but not limited to: • Promoting a positive image of the property to guests • Must be pleasant, friendly and able to address problems or special requests • Performing daily deep cleaning of guestrooms, storage areas and laundry areas as assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor in accordance to the standards and procedures of the resort • Setting up and organizing all furniture and amenities in guestrooms according to the hotel standard • Maintaining the cleanliness, neatness and organization of the housekeeping lounge and office as well as housekeeping carts, buckets and trays • Salary range - $6.25 - $6.50 per hour • This position is currently being held by a Work Permit Holder Requirements: • Minimum of 4 years in the specialized field • Excellent written and communication skills • Housekeeping experience in a luxury or 5 star hotel

Housekeeping Manager

General job duties but not limited to: • Planning, organizing and directing team members to ensure the highest degree of guest satisfaction. • Conducts orientation training and in-service training to explain policies, work procedures and Brand Standards. • Evaluates records to forecast department

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personnel requirements. Daily supervision of the housekeeping including turndown service and laundry. Participate in monthly inventory. Conduct preventative maintenance inspections of all rooms and public spaces and prepare punch list and work orders. Prepare reports concerning room occupancy, payroll, and department expenses. Develop and maintain the housekeeping budget. Uphold the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and conduct whilst ensuring that annual quality control inspections scores are surpassed or met. Knowledge of OSHA and safety standards within Housekeeping department. Ensures the proper maintenance of all equipment; makes arrangements for repair and/or replacement of used and damaged equipment. Salary range - $28,000 - $31,200.00 per annum

Required Knowledge/Skills/Job Qualifications: Knowledge, Skill and Ability: • Previous experience managing a team of housekeeping employees through motivation, coaching and development. • Excellent written and communication skills • The ability to anticipate customer needs, change goals and direction quickly and multitask. • Working knowledge of rooms management systems. • Advanced knowledge of Housekeeping process and procedures. • Proven experience supervising housekeeping department of 20+ employees. • Ability to develop and maintain a budget. • Proven excellence in customer service. • Capable of using independent judgment/solid decision making skills ability. • Proven comfort and experience to interact effectively with all levels of management, guests and associates. • Familiarization with international quality control brand standards. • Activator/self-motivated to accomplish goals, with a strong sense of responsibility. • Proficiency with general office PC applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, • databases). • Demonstrated sound organizational, coordinating and personal interface skills. • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication and attention to detail. • Must be flexible with working nights, weekends, and holidays. Education and Formal Training: • Bachelor Degree in Management Experience: • A minimum of 5 years’ experience in all aspects of Housekeeping in a large, multi-use facility required, with at least 3 years of Management experience.

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BCS/CSCS PLUS & GRACE BAY CAR RENTAL/FNMCS Acting on behalf of our clients: Grace Bay Care Rentals is looking for the following positions:

ACCOUNTS OFFICER DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Maintain the petty cash account on all company databases • Enter daily in Rental Agreements for GBCR Provo & Europcar • Enter daily the repair orders received for the Service Center • Enter the daily Sales for Arts • Enter a daily deposit for credit card payments & cash cheques • Bank account reconciliation process when required • Data entry/ reconciliation process of the Company’s Corporate Credit Card • Process employee payroll • Keep an accurate log of vacation and sick leave • Process employee advances/ loans and paybacks • Process payroll liabilities (NIB & NHIP) and sales Tax • Accounts receivable – ensure that corporate accounts receivable are collected promptly • Account Payable – collect, review and summarize invoices and pay invoices when due • Be able to add an account, payroll item or customer item when required by the business • Maintain an orderly accounting filing system • Provide clerical and administrative support to management as requested • Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting • Clean police record

SALARY:

Commensurate with experience

MECHANIC This position is currently held by a work permit holder • Must be a certified mechanic and have 10-15 years experience

DUTIES:

• Diagnose and repair vehicles powered by gasoline, propane and diesel engine • Perform preventative maintenance work on vehicles and garage equipment including lubrication and oil changes • Fabricate and weld equipment as necessary • Repair cooling fuel, electrical, exhaust system, Tune up engine using standard testing equipment such as: ODC, Genesis, Boss • Must have a Bachelor of Science and Industrial Technology, Major in Automotive • Valid driver’s license • Police record • Must have knowledge of Excel/ PowerPoint and all data system

SALARY:

Commensurate with experience

TIRE TECHNICIAN

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

DUTIES:

• Dismounting, mounting and balancing of all tires sold or bought by private customers • Driving customers vehicles onto the lift adequately securing the vehicle prior to dismounting the tires and wheels and reattaching all tires and wheels to ensure proper safe operation of the vehicle • Must have the desire to perform above and beyond the requirements set forth in this job description • Police record • Good communication skills

QUALIFICATION

• Prior knowledge of the related equipment and tools • Valid driver’s license

EDUCATION

• High school diploma

SALARY

• Commensurate with experience

CAR WASHERS

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

DUTIES:

• Must be able to read and write English • Ensure that car windows and doors are properly secure before dusting and washing • Adjust water pressure in hose to ensure that no damage occurs • Mix soap and water in appropriate quantities • Use cloth or sponge to soap car and wash them when completed • Ensure that windscreen is not scratched during the soaping procedures • Hose down cars properly and make sure that no trace of soap is left behind • Make sure all accessories taken out of the car is put back before handing the car over to the customer

QUALIFICATION:

• High school diploma • 3 – 5 years experience Salary $6.25

LABOURERS/ JANITOR

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

DUTIES:

• Must perform all task giving by manager or supervisor such as: cleaning, lifting, cutting • Must be able to read and write English • must have a clean police record • good communication skills

Drop off all applications to 1216 Leeward Highway, Providenciales before Chinson’s Restaurant or email: frantz@gracebaycarrentals.com or telephone: 649-441-8515

JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE

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946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

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

Call: 231-3788

B & B SERVICES

Salary negotiable

THAI CHEF

Salary $8.00 per hour

KITCHEN HELPER Salary $6.25

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Deadline for application is Friday June 7th, 2016 Contact: 649-245-6962

is looking for a

FULL-TIME KITCHEN HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

DUTIES: Dishwashing Pot washing Kitchen equipment and general cleaning. Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 649-941-3044

DAMIAN NOYES Requires One

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

CONTACT: 941-2451

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RESTAURANT MANAGER

CHRISTOPHER GAUL

BACI RISTORANTE

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

LABOURER

To work six days a week, Total 45 hours @ $6.50 per Hour. JOBS INCLUDE: Yard work, odd maintenance of property, vehicle and Boat, minor painting and other related tasks. LOCATION: Grand Turk Job is presently held by a work permit holder.

CONTACT: DAMIAN NOYES PHONE:649-231-2087 FAX:649-946-2052 EMAIL: FRESHBOY@TCIWAY.TC

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AUTO SALES\SALES

131 South Dock Road, PO Box 611. Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Phone 649-941-3400 Fax 649-941-3401

Candidates should have the following minimum experience/qualifications: • valid driving license • university graduate • at least 5 years’ experience selling in a dynamic and fast moving industry • experience of corporate sales • a proven history of exceeding sales targets • excellent administrative and communication skills • willingness to work week-ends and additional hours when required Salary based upon experience $3,000- $4,000 per month.

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC W/HYDRAULIC SPECIALIZATION

Applicant should have specialization of all aspects of equipment hydraulic systems, able to read schematics & trouble shoot hydraulics on all types of heavy equipment. Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in diesel Trucks, bulldozers, excavators etc. Ability to weld & fabricate, possess own tools & transportation, and be able to work without supervision. Applicant must be prepared to work late days, evenings, and weekends as the job dictates. Wage: $16.00

PROFESSIONAL WELDERS

Please email CV’s to CKLimitedTCI@gmail.com

Minimum Experience 5 years. Applicant must be able to weld aluminum and iron, be versed in TIG and MIG welding, able to fabricate and manufacture components out of metal, able to work independently. Hours include weekends and evenings as required. Wage: $15.00

BRENDA STUBBS Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 246-4436

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EQUIPMENT OPERATORS

Applicant must have substantial experience in all aspects of earth moving equipment operations. Seven years minimum experience required. A mechanical aptitude would be beneficial. Applicant must be prepared to work weekends and evening as required. Wage: $15.00

BAYVIEW MOTORS LTD. Is seeking to employ a full-time

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER

LABOURERS

Applicant must be prepared for heavy work, breaking cement bags, loading trucks and stevedoring of cement and gravel. Applicant will also be required to assist mechanics as needed. Applicant must prepare to work long hours. Evenings and weekends as required. $7.00 - $12.50 Based on experience.

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Please apply with references, clean police and driving record to CBMS Ltd. Or call 941-3400 or email reneebcms@tciway.tc

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

AVIS RENT- A – CAR AND PAYLESS CAR RENTALS LTD. Is seeking to hire

FULL-TIME RENTAL SALES AGENTS KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Greeting and directing airport arrivals to our shuttle services • Processing rental agreement transactions • Creating, verifying customer’s reservations • Selling of vehicle coverage and optional services • Responding and providing information to customer’s queries and questions • Handle telephone inquiries such as reservations, quotes etc. • Perform vehicles exchanges, inventory, vehicle transfers

• Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

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High school diploma A valid driver’s license A clean police record Customer services experience in the hospitality industry or related field Ability to drive a manual transmissions is a plus Belonger or permanent resident of the Turks & Caicos Salary ranges from $6.25 - $10.00 per hour Remuneration based on qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

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AVIS RENT-A-CAR IS SEEKING TO HIRE A

FULL-TIME CAR WASHER

• A valid driver’s license • A clean police record • Ability to drive a manual transmissions

is a plus • Belonger or permanent resident of the Turks & Caicos Islands • Salary starts at $6.25 per hour

Please submit your resume via email to: hr@tciautogroup.com or in person at Bayview Motors, Suzie’s Turn, Leeward Highway

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QUALIFICATIONS:

• Developing and administering various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel • Planning, organizing and controlling all activities of the department. Participating in developing department goals, objectives and systems • Implementing and annually updating compensation programs; rewriting job descriptions as necessary; conducting annual salary surveys and developing merit pool (salary budget); analyzing compensation; monitoring the performance evaluation program and revising as necessary. • Developing, recommending and implementing personnel policies and procedures; preparing and maintaining employee handbooks on policies and procedures; change reporting, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness, information activities program and cash flow. • Conducting recruitment effort for all full-time and temporary employees; conducting new-employee orientations; monitoring career-pathing programs, employee relations counseling and exit interviewing; writes and places advertisements. • Establishing and maintaining department records, reports and logs. Participating in administrative staff meeting and attends other meetings, such as seminars. • Maintaining company organization charts and employee directory • Evaluating reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals. • Recommending new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of departments and services performed. • Performing other incidental and related duties as required and assigned.

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess a tactful, friendly but firm manner Ability to present information to groups as well as individuals Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; good organizational abilities Proficient in MS Office applications, good administrative and other computer skills High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, problem resolution skills and negotiating skills Ability to build strong relations ships and credibility with employees Ability to handle confidential information appropriately and ethically Ability to manage the HR over sight of 50-100 employees Human Resource Certification or related field required MUST possess 2+ years of Human Resource work experience Salary commensurate with experience.

The position offers attractive financial and professional rewards for a committed individual. If you have the required skills and experience, please send your CV via email to: hr@tciautogroup.com or in person at Bayview Motors Ltd. At Suzie’s Turn, Leeward Highway. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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LITTLE HAVANA

JEREMIAH MISSICK

per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-2823

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 243-0948

WAYPOINT YACHTS LTD WAYPOINT Yachts Ltd is now accepting applications/resumes for the following position. Only highly self-driven and motivated, personable and professional individuals, who have the desire to serve others, need apply. The successful candidates must meet or exceed all of the requirements of the positions offered.

YACHT CAPTAIN/MASTER DIVE INSTRUCTOR / TECHNICAL DIVER REQUIREMENTS

• The successful candidate must hold a current USCG or MCA or RYA international accredited yacht captain’s license suitable to Captain a motor yacht up to 100ft LOA or an equivalent of a minimum 100 ton USCG License. • Minimum of ten (10)+ years yacht captain experience on displacement vessels with twin inboard diesel engines with referees available for contact. Mechanical experience is a bonus • Hold a Master Instructor dive rating with one of the following PADI, SSI, TDI, IANTD, NAUI, BSAC • Be an experienced Technical Diver with CCR and Tri-mix certification ratings through TDI or IANTD or similar. Other certifications in gas mixing and dive compressors / generators are a bonus • Minimum of 10+ years as a certified dive instructor with a high level of teaching status in multiple specialties. • Underwater photography or video are a bonus, the position is inviting mature highly motivated candidates only • Have a high level of competency and maturity. The position demands the qualifying candidate to be responsible and self-motivated with an emphasis on safety of the guests onboard and the necessary skill sets and maturity level required to take charge of a luxury motor yacht • Must speak, read, write and understand English as the primary language used in the work place, a second language, preferably Spanish will be considered a bonus • The successful candidate will have a proven track record of continuous education in both Boat Handling and Scuba Diving at the very highest levels including Technical Diving

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Day to day duties of a captain and business operator of a luxury motor yacht charter operation • As Dive Instructor / Captain the successful candidate will be in charge of crew members and reporting to the owners • Overseeing the general and preventative maintenance of the vessel and equipment • Running the yacht in the waters of the Turks and Caicos Islands and International waters and assuring guest satisfaction • Dive operations and management / dive guiding / dive teaching when required • All practical decision making / planning, from charter location through dive and fishing locations on a daily basis due to environmental conditions. • Scheduling and reservations • Overall responsibility for the yacht, its crew, its guests and activities $4000.00 Base Salary This is a new position. This role is not held by any person. Applicants must have a willing, positive and personable attitude as well as be willing to work holidays and weekends. They should also enjoy serving people and be willing to learn. Preference given to all Turks & Caicos Islands citizens. Turks & Caicos Islands citizens only need to apply to the WayPoint Yachts, Providenciales, TCI e-mail: waypointyachts@gmail.com or Tel: 1-649-441-0915 Deadline is June 4, 2016.

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ELEVATOR TECHNICIAN

Must have at least 10 years of experience in elevator installation, repair and troubleshooting, with Otis, Kone, ECC and Jrt Controller, must be capable of reading and understanding factory drawings. Applicants must demonstrate skill level. Must be self-motivated, punctual and able to work autonomously, must be willing to work after hours, holidays and weekends. Salary $20.00 per hour Applicants should send resumes to tcielevator@hotmail.com no later than June 10, 2016. Qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders preferred.

Is looking for a

DELIVERY MAN

To make deliveries twice a day must be flexible. And have your own transportation and valid driver’s license.

CONTACT: 946-4894

T&G

TCI ELEVATOR SERVICES LTD Requires a Certified

ELEVATOR SUPERVISOR

Must have at least 10 years of experience in Elevator Installation, repair and troubleshooting with Otis, Kone, ECC, and Jrt Controller with at least 10 years of experience at supervisory level, making budget, knowledge of QuickBooks Payroll, must speak English and French, must be willing to meet clients and present sales pitch, must be willing to work after hours, holidays and weekends. Salary $30.00 per hour. Applicant must demonstrate skill level. Applicants should send resumes to tcielevator@hotmail.com by June10, 2016.

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Is looking for a

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

CONTACT: 332-4839

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CONTACT: 941-5962

DOMESTIC SALES PERSON WORKER To work 4 days To work 6 days Is looking for a

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Must be willing to work longs hours and is required to work holidays and weekends Salary $6.25 per hour Belongers only need apply

Is looking for a

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CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

FLOWER GIRL LTD.

Requires a Certified

is looking to fill the following positions:

ERRAND RUNNER

TCI ELEVATOR SERVICES LTD

11524

RELIABLE CLEANING SERVICES

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SPA TROPIQUE Is looking to find the best

MASSAGE THERAPIST On island, if you have at least three (3) years experience with a four star spa and have an upbeat and positive personality, we hope you will come and meet with us! Applicants must be able to speak and write English fluently, have a clean driver’s license and their own vehicle in excellent working condition. Position is commission based. Please see further requirements for applicants below. Please email your resume to: relax@spatropique.com or drop off at 202 W. Venture House, Grace Bay Road. Applicants may also forward resumes to the government employee services offices. We look forward to meeting you! Deadline for application is: June 4th, 2016

REQUIREMENTS:

• Applicants for the position are required to have: • Obtained a diploma in Massage Therapy from an internationally accredited school from Canada, Great Britain or the United States • Completed a massage course of at least 1800 hours plus, an additional 600 hours in medical massage • At least 3 years experience with a spa rated 4 stars or above • Their own vehicles in excellent working order and a clean license • Fluent spoken and written English (there is a written exam) • Basic computer skills for use of company software • Be available to work 9am-7pm every day, weekends and holiday are a must. (Schedules are subject to change) 11504

May 28 - June 3, 2016

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LIVEABOARD SCUBA VESSEL, OPERATING OUT OF TURTLE COVE MARINA, PROVIDENCIALES

IODA STUBBS Is looking for a

MARINE MECHANIC

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

CONTACT: 649-343-0812 11505

IWWTT

GEORGE HALL

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Is looking for a

RODNEY JEAN Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

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CONTACT: 343-6154

RELIABLE CLEANING SERVICES Provides cleaning with a difference we provide full-time and part-time maid service for residential and commercial cleaning

ISLAND FARMS

DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

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CONTACT: 232-7440 GEORGE WILLIAMS MUSEUM is looking for an

EXHIBIT DESIGNER Must be able to create craft exhibits out of wood and metal. Salary $2,300.00 per month must have 3-5 years experience.

CONTACT: 649-232-1473 CARMEN STUBBS Is looking for a

Seeks a

FARMER

Duties include purchasing and distributing feed for animals; breeding small livestock; sowing, harvesting and marketing vegetables, slaughtering and butchering animals. Must be able to drive a gear-shift and have at least 3 years experience as a farmer. Wages $250/ week inc. accommodation. Applications in writing to nicholasturner50@gmail.com 231 2366. Islanders are encouraged to send their application to the Labour Board. Position currently held by work permit holder.

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The Turks Head Inne, Grand Turk Island, is looking to fill the following positions which are currently being held by work permit holders. Résumés can be submitted to info@turksheadinne.com or in person to the Turks Head Inne, Duke St., Grand Turk. Applicants are encouraged to submit their résumé to the Turks and Caicos Labour Department.

Hotel General Manager Salary Range: $5,000 - $6,000 per month commensurate on education and experience 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

Seeks

To work on new septic systems. Duties include installation of septic systems, supervising staff, invoicing. Must have at least 5 years experience in construction trade, be able to drive gear-shift truck, be prepared to work with liquid human waste, inside septic tanks. Salary: $4000/mo + allowances. This is a new position. Islanders are encouraged to send their application to the labour board. All other applications to iwwtt.tc@ gmail.com. 11532

Turks Head Inne

Duke St., Grand Turk. Phone: 649.946.1830 Website: www.turksheadinne.com | Email: info@turksheadinne.com

Seeks an experienced

who has the ability to repair and maintain all shipboard systems including, but not limited to, MEs, breathing air compressors, RO water makers, generators and A/C units. Candidates must have STCW-95 certification, and Marine mechanic certification. Must speak/write English fluently, have excellent customer contact skills, and must live onboard the vessel, with one day shore leave each week. Previous liveaboard experience preferred. Salary, $2,000/month. Please email CV to diana@explorerventures.com. 11535

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

CONTACT: 343-2940

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. Duties and Responsibilities Creates an operating environment that assures consistent guest satisfaction. Monitors the performance of the hotel through verification and analysis of guest satisfaction systems and financial reports. Initiates corrective action. Maintains product and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints. Develops accurate and aggressive long and short-range financial objectives. Prepares financial reports for management that clearly explain operational effectiveness, trends and variances. Establishes and maintains a pro-active human resource function to ensure employee motivation, training and development, wage and benefits administration, and compliance with established labour regulations.

Supervisor/Trainer Salary Range: $2,000-$3,500 per month commensurate on education and experience 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. Duties and Responsibilities Duties typically include interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling and managing employees, and developing training programs. They oversee inventory, including food and beverages, supplies and other restaurant equipment. Supervisors are also responsible for resolving customer complaints regarding hotel visits, food quality and service and making sure the business complies with health and food safety regulations. In addition, most supervisors perform administrative tasks such as managing payroll and writing budgets. 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. Work Environment: • Constant standing and walking throughout shift • Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs • Ability to work Full-time days/nights, weekends, and holidays 11557

May 28 - June 3, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

LIGHTING SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN

1. Parcel 60715/102 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales. Single storey with three bedrooms, one bathroom, living/dining room and kitchen on 0.54 acre. Registered Proprietor: Livingston Williams

Island Villa Lighting Ltd. operates a lighting company in Providenciales and is looking for a Lighting Systems Technician with at least four years’ experience with the installation and maintenance LED lighting systems. Technician will be expected, as and when required by the business, to install, troubleshoot and maintain sophisticated LED lighting systems, manage business inventory and liaise with sub-contractors with additional installation services. Candidates must possess a strong understanding and working knowledge of LEDs, Low Voltage Energy Circuits, Lighting Controls, and installation techniques.

2. Parcel 60002/262 North West and North Central, Providenciales. Single storey with two bedrooms, one bathroom, living/dining room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.25 acre. Registered Proprietor: Naydean Faurdene Johnson 3. Parcel 60802/57 The Bight and Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales. Split level with main floor consisting of two – one bedroom units, each with one bathroom, living/dining room and kitchen. Second floor has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, one partial bathroom, living/dining room, kitchen and laundry room on 0.31 acre. Registered Proprietor: Ruth Williams

Remuneration based on experience – commencing at $8.25 per hour. This advertisement is required for a work permit application for this position.

The auction will be held at the office of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 3rd day of June 2016.

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Prospective TC Islander applicants are also free to lodge a copy of their applications with the Labour Board.

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

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.

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VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF OFFICE ATTENDANT- PROVIDENCIALES SCOPE To perform a variety of office support duties and to carry out the cleaning function of the National Health Insurance board office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

CIVIL LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION ASSOCIATE JOB DESCRIPTION

We require a Barrister/Solicitor/Advocate with general civil litigation experience. Broad experience of commercial/civil litigation is a requirement and knowledge of employment litigation would be an asset.

Clear and distribute correspondence as required, complete errands on behalf of the office, assist with the preparation of room for meetings, prepare and serve refreshments when required, perform daily cleaning duties to ensure the office is clean and safe for staff and perform any related duties assigned from time to time.

The primary area of work would be commercial litigation, but would include general civil and employment law litigation at tribunal, first instance, and higher court levels. Considerable advocacy and trial experience is required.

SPECIAL FEATURES OF THE JOB

• • • • • •

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

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED

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

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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

SALARY

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

Deadline for Submission is May 26, 2016 All Applications should be addressed to: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Called or eligible to be called to the Bar of Turks and Caicos Islands or its equivalent Minimum of 6 years PQE Very good oral and written communications skills Must be willing to work independently, under pressure and multi-task. Possess valid driver’s license Computer literate

Salary commensurate with work experience and qualifications All interested and qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders should submit their application details to the Labour Board, Turks and Caicos Islands Government. This position is not presently held by a work permit holder. Applications should be submitted to the address below no later than June 15th 2016.

Misick & Stanbrook Richmond House Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands Tel: +1 (649) 946-4732 Fax: +1 (649) 946-4734 Email: Info@MisickStanbrook.tc Website: www.MisickStanbrook.tc

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JOHN LIGHTBOURNE NORTH CAICOS

Is looking for a

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

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CONTACT: 247-0187

DIJA BOUTIQUE

Is looking for a

SALES CLERK/ FARMER CASHIER To work 6 days Is looking for a

per week salary $6.25 per hour.

CONTACT: 246-4747

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

CONTACT: 341-9362

11536

PABLO BARBER SHOP

THE GREAT HOUSE AT SAILROCK

Seeks

A CHARTERED SURVEYOR The successful applicant must possess - Associate Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or equivalent. - BSc in Urban Estate Management of RICS-recognized qualification. - Five years post qualification work experience. - Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, MS Project & Quickbooks. Duties will include and candidates should have experience in: - Market appraisals and secured lending valuations. - Development feasibility studies. - Facilities and Asset portfolio Management.

The suitable candidate will be aged 33 -45 years old and be able to work under his own initiative and be able to see through projects from concept to completion. This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 6th June, 2016 Qualified Turks And Caicos Islanders Preferred.

SUPERVISOR

Apply in writing to BCQS Limited, P. O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or fax to 946-7184. Contact Simon Taylor on email: staylor@bcqs.com

An experienced reservations supervisor is needed for a the Great House at Sailrock, the position will be based in Providenciales

BLUE HORIZON RESORT MIDDLE CAICOS requires a

EXPERIENCE

5 years as a reservationist in a 5 star resort Proficient in the RDP reservation management system Yield Management experience Experience of working with OTA’s Experience in working with rental villas.

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Contact Grant Noble at gnoble@southcaicos.com

REGISTERED LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 9.01

NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE SECTION LONG BAY HILLS

BCQS LIMITED

An annual salary of $42,000.00 plus performance related commission is offered for this position.

RESERVATIONS

TITLE NUMBER 61109/40

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May 28 - June 3, 2016

ISLAND PROVIDENCIALES

Whereas, CHRISTOPHER SHOEMAKER as personal representative of the estate of Lillian Webb Conner formerly (deceased) of Providenciales, has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) issued in the name of LILLIAN WEBB HONCHELL was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found. Take notice that I, Brandie Anderson, Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new Land Certificate for the said title six weeks of the date of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette. DATED THIS 25TH DAY OF APRIL 2016

Signed.........................................................................................Registrar of Lands.

Responsible for the day to day operations of the resort and restaurant. To develop and manage budgets including responsibility for the property P & L that encompasses employees, supplies and materials for the resort and onsite restaurant. Manage the reservation process and all front office procedures, housekeeping, maintenance, security, recreation for guests and manage the onsite restaurant. Proactively develop & implement capital improvement plans in conjunction with the villa and resort owner. Create and implement all marketing. Accountability: Reports directly to owners Salary: $4000 per month

JOB REQUIREMENTS.

The successful candidate will have: • A minimum of 5 years managing and leading hotel properties including a track record of successful communication, budgeting and customer service skills. • 5 years in hotel sales with actual one on one sales experience selling not only a resort but the entire experience of the destination. • Proven success managing budgets in excess $2 million • Skilled problem solver – be prepared to handle the unknown on a daily basis. • Manage the day to day operation of restaurant. Staffing, working with chef to develop and enhance menu, managing food costs ordering and inventory • Working knowledge of operating computer systems for hotel and property operations, logistics, finance and inventory. Proficiency in Micros, QuickBooks and Microsoft • Skilled directing human resources activities including labor relations and staffing requirements • Experience in conference and event planning • Ability to prioritize work with excellent organizational skill including reservations, accounting, staff management, guest relations and maintenance projects • Must be able to reside onsite on Middle Caicos and have a willingness to work long hours, nights and all holidays and be on-call 24 hours a day. Interested persons should send application and CV to reservations@ bhresort.com. Deadline 30th May 2016.

Witnessed.................................................................................................................... 11418

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Senior Investigative Officer DEPARTMENT: MINISTRY: LOCATION:

May 28 - June 3, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

JOB VACANCY

Office of the Complaints Commissioner Office of the Complaints Commissioner Grand Turk

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Investigative Officer is responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day administration of the Investigative Unit of the Complaints Commission.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and assist personnel of this unit in ensuring that the Commission effectively and efficiently discharges its mandate as an Investigative Unit through: • The promotion of integrity, honesty and good faith in public life of the TCI; • The robust implementation of and compliance with the provisions of the Code of Conduct for Persons in Public Life, Complaints Commission Ordinance • Provide legal advice and guidance to the complaints commissioner. • Conduct or oversee the conduct of investigations and inquiries into all contraventions or breaches of the Code of Conduct, provisions of the Constitution (relevant to the Commission) and the Complaints Commission Ordinance. • Conduct and manage investigations into allegations of maladministration and to participate in good governance reviews of public bodies. • Act as the Commission’s liaison with other agencies on matters referred for further investigations. • Manage the inflow of information, reports and complaints to the Commission and establish and manage an effective system to this effect. • Provide expertise and advice on all investigative related issues and function as a lead member of the investigative team reporting to the Complaints Commissioner

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Auditing or Accounting and experience in Crime Investigation. • At least Five (5) years relevant experience is required. Proven experience in interviews involving witnesses and subjects of investigations. Recent and relevant senior policing, fraud squad experience would be particularly valued.

TECHNICAL AND RELATED SKILLS:

• Comprehensive knowledge of investigative strategies, methodologies and techniques. • Ability to conduct witness interviews, handle depositions or otherwise elicit relevant testimony. • Strong writing and editing skills; experience collecting and reviewing documentation to identify relevant evidence. • Outstanding ability in gathering, analyzing and synthesizing information from multiple source and/or formulating perspectives to make clear, timely and wellreasoned decisions and recommendations. • Strong IT knowledge and the ability to drill down into IT systems and computerized data to discover hidden information. • Good analytic and evaluation skills to identify procedural or compliance weaknesses, strong problem solving ability.

COMPETENCIES AND OTHER DESIRABLE QUALITIES:

• Possession of the highest standards of integrity and probity, and understanding of fiduciary responsibilities to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands; • The ability to work effectively in teams, as well as being able to work independently and under pressure; • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills and inter-personal skills; • The applicant will particularly demonstrate suitability for a role that involves driving forward good governance, integrity and maladministration.

SALARY:

• $54,000.00 - per annum plus allowances.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

• This position is not an Established post within the TCI Civil Service.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page and a Police Certificate/ Record. Applications should be addressed to Mrs. Cynthia Astwood, Complaints Commissioner, Tony Clarke’s Building, Waterloo Road, Grand Turk, Facsimile: 9461092 or sent by email to: Complaints_Commission@gov.tc with the subject line being: Senior Investigative Officer Application. Envelopes should have the subject: Senior Investigative Officer Application clearly marked on the front. Applications without all supporting documents will not be processed. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th May, 2016

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH/ EDUCATION OFFICER JOB SUMMARY:

The Community Outreach/Education Officer will be responsible for promoting a wide range of Human Rights educational and developments activities. An ideal candidate should be able to both think broadly and strategically, be detail oriented and organized. Possess in depth knowledge of laws, policies and human rights principles, be able to recognize and solve multifaceted human rights issues/problems affecting communities and be prepared to provide solutions. Bring about awareness and educate the public, engage local stakeholders, develop close partnerships with key stakeholders such as RTCIPF, and other Government Ministries and Non-Government Organizations.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• To manage and lead the public education aspect of the Commission with overall responsibility for all public/community education programmes and projects. • To provide expertise and advice on all compliance, statutory implementation and public education related issues and to function as a member of the management team reporting to the Commission through the Director. • To manage team functions as they relate to review of processes and practices of public bodies. • Engaging with individuals and community groups, such as residents’ associations, parents’, groups and young people. • Working with Teachers from the Secondary, primary, and private schools to incorporate the Fundamental Rights and Freedoms of Human Rights into the School Curriculum. • Formulating service plans and priorities relative to fair opportunities for all citizens. • Collaborating with the necessary NGO’s on devising programs for women and the girl child. • Sourcing grants and funding for programs & projects.

COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge on Human Rights Laws and Principles. • Interpersonal skills and effective leadership qualities. • Ability to work as a team, problem-solving and communication skills are essential, as is a mature, confident, patient and resilient disposition. • Profound level of written and oral communication skills. • Able to make clear presentations. • Ability to utilize teaching aids to maximize learning.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in and professional certifications in Law, Management, Education or Public Administration or similar. • Have a minimum of 5 years professional experience in law, management or public administration including at least five (2) years at a senior managerial level. • Qualifications in sociology, social work/policy, community studies, communications, public administration or social sciences can be advantageous. • Commitment to the Mission, values, aspirations of the Human Rights Commission. • Ability to implement vision, think strategically, creatively problem solve, exercise good judgement and lead change. • Facilitative and collaborative leadership style. Proven ability to work in a dynamic national team and build working partnerships. When necessary, can take initiative and make tough decisions. • Success supervising and mentoring staff and supporting professional and leadership development. Excellent people skills. • Ability to speak and write Spanish and Creole will be a plus.

SALARY:

• $42,000 – $48,000 per annum based on qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two Reference (one preferably from a previous employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the passport photo page and a Police Certificate. Applications should be addressed to Director and delivered to the Human Rights Commission, Cabot House Suite C-104, Providenciales. Envelopes should have the Subject: Community Outreach/ Education Officer Application clearly marked on the front. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 31st May 2016.

May 28 - June 3, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

KPMG ACA/ACCA/CA

The Turks Head Inne, Grand Turk Island

Opportunities exist for two fully qualified

ACCOUNTANTS

Who possess a minimum of four years professional experience gained within a “Big Four” public accounting firm. Salary ranges from US$40,000 to US$65,000 per annum. One of these positions is currently held by a work permit holder. If you wish to be considered for these opportunities please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience and qualifications to either: KPMG Ltd. or The Labour Commissioner, P.O. Box 357 Labour Office The Village at Grace Bay Butterfield Square Providenciales Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Turks & Caicos Islands

Is looking to fill the following positions which are currently being held by work permit holders. Résumés can be submitted to info@turksheadinne.com or in person to the Turks Head Inne, Duke St., Grand Turk. Applicants are encouraged to submit their résumé to the Turks and Caicos Labour Department.

HOTEL GENERAL MANAGER Salary Range: $5,000 - $6,000 per month commensurate on education and experience

11508

OR FAX YOUR PARTICULARS TO 946-4619

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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

EXECUTIVE TOURS LTD Is seeking the following positions:

AUTO MECHANICAL SHOP SUPERVISOR Preferably ASE Certified, ability to speak a second language will be an advantage DUTIES INCLUDE: • Troubleshooting and repairs to all electrical and computerized systems • Troubleshooting and repair transmissions, manual and automatic • Repair suspension and carry out wheel alignment • Maintain daily activity log and liaise with customers • This position is held by a work permit holder Starting salary is $2,400.00 per month (44) forty-four hours per week

HEAVY DUTY DIESEL MECHANIC Preferably ASE Certified DUTIES INCLUDE: • Troubleshooting and repairs to all buses and coasters • Troubleshooting and repairs to all electrical and computerized systems • Troubleshooting and repair of transmissions, manual and automatic • This position is held by a work permit holder

Deadline for applications is June 11th, 2016 Starting salary $2,200.00 per month (44) forty-four hours per week Contact: 649-946-4524

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS Is in need of the following personnel to fill the following positions:

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 per week and willing to work long hours, weekends and holiday if needed. Preference will be given to applicants who completed bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy

LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Applicants must possess a minimum of 5 years experience, with knowledge in 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 treatment of weeds. Must be proficient in computer, can do minimal computer troubleshooting 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 $2,500 per month may include weekends and holidays. Please drop all applications to: Environmental Arts located #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email: admin@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for an interview 11570

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Creates an operating environment that assures consistent guest satisfaction. Monitors the performance of the hotel through verification and analysis of guest satisfaction systems and financial reports. Initiates corrective action. Maintains product and service quality standards by conducting ongoing evaluations and investigating complaints. Develops accurate and aggressive long and short-range financial objectives. Prepares financial reports for management that clearly explain operational effectiveness, trends and variances. Establishes and maintains a pro-active human resource function to ensure employee motivation, training and development, wage and benefits administration, and compliance with established labour regulations.

SUPERVISOR/ TRAINER Salary Range: $2,000-$3,500 per month commensurate on education and experience

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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties typically include interviewing, hiring, training, scheduling and managing employees, and developing training programs. They oversee inventory, including food and beverages, supplies and other restaurant equipment. Supervisors are also responsible for resolving customer complaints regarding hotel visits, food quality and service and making sure the business complies with health and food safety regulations. In addition, most supervisors perform administrative tasks such as managing payroll and writing budgets. 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Constant standing and walking throughout shift • Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs • Ability to work Full-time days/nights, weekends, and holidays

Turks Head Inne, Duke St., Grand Turk Phone: 649.946.1830 Website: www.turksheadinne.com Email: info@turksheadinne.com

11557

BITE ME SPORTS FISHING

Is looking for a

To work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1242

CONTACT: 243-1715

CONTACT: 231-0366

JOANNE AND PETER KARAM

JC BEAUTY SALON

TANYA PAUL

Is looking for a

LABOURER LABOURER LABOURER

CONTACT: 232-7177

CONTACT: 241-4070

CONTACT: 341-4502

11551

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

11556

To work 5 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

11548

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

KAS CLEANING COMPANY Is looking to employ

SALES PERSON

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

Is looking to hire a

MALE NANNY

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS

11564

Must be able to speak English and work with little or no supervision Kindly email your resumes to wendyhandfield@hotmailcom

649-3325092

Is looking for a

That is willing to look after their twins. Must be able to cook and clean Must be able to live with me. meals will also be provided. Salary is $1200.00 per month. Kindly email wendyhandfield@hotmail.com for further details. 11563

LABOURER LABOURER

11554

Is looking for a

DOM DESIGNS

11558

Is looking for a

DIRCT DEVELOPMENT LTD.

HUDSON STEPHENSON JENNINGS

LABOURER

NAIL

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

CONTACT: 346-4701

11555

PLANTATION HILLS

11553

VAN’S TIRE SHOP

May 28 - June 3, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

To clean the property and do all maintenance must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 331-0014

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Deadline for application is June 10th, 2016

CARIB GLASS & SUPPLY LTD. Is seeking to employ a

GLAZER/ WINDOW & DOOR INSTALLER

LINE COOK NEEDED

This applicant must have 10 years minimum experience in shop fronts and window glazing, curtain wall systems, ALL glass interior and entrance systems, cutting/ installing glass, mirror, aluminum windows and fabrication of metal frames. Successful applicant must be able to read architectural and structural drawings and have a valid driver’s license. You will be required when necessary to work overtime, including weekends. MUST BE ABLE TO USE IMPERIAL MEASUREMENTS ON A TAPE MEASURE WITH ACCURATE READINGS TO 1/16”

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Cook eggs and other breakfast items to order to customer’s specification. Cook lunch and dinner items to order to customer’s specification to include, but not limited to: • Cooking meats to temperature such as hamburgers and steaks • Produce salads, sandwiches, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, fajitas and other

STORE CLERK The successful applicant must have a pleasant personality as they are the first point of contact for customers, with customer service experience being advantageous, also must have a clear command of the English language, answering calls and re-directing to the correct extension. Some basic office skills are required, also a working knowledge of QuickBooks. Will be required to lift some heavy products so must be fit with no health issues that might conflict with this. MUST BE ABLE TO USE IMPERIEAL MEASUREMENTS ON A TAPE MEASURE WITH ACCURATE READING TO 1/16” Salary for this position is $6.75 per hour

Tex - Mex items that appear on the menu at Somewhere Café and Lounge. Assist with prepping foods for service by following recipe standards, strong knife skills and proper sanitation to produce high quality food that accurately represents the Café. Work with other kitchen staff members to execute food, prioritize steps, and contribute to the overall team atmosphere of the kitchen. Participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in. Cook on the line, during service in a high pressure environment, executing food to order in an ala minute kitchen according to the ticket in a timely manner. Be able to stand on ones feet for 8 hours and be comfortable lifting 25 pounds or more without physical restrictions. Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

OFFICE MANAGER Must have minimum of 10 years in the glass industry, a knowledge of all types of glass for different installations, including point load, laminated, impact, hurricane proof, security products etc. will be dealing with ordering stock and special orders. A knowledge of inventory stock control specific for the glass industry is also required. Candidates must be proficient in the use of QuickBooks ad Sage Accounting Systems and have a clear command of the English language. Starting wage for the right person will be $9.00 per hour

Submit resume, certifications and current police record in person to be considered to: chefamy@somewherecafeandlounge.com Somewhere Café and Lounge, Coral Gardens Resort 941 8260

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ALL POSITIONS must be filled by trustworthy individuals with excellent timekeeping being a must. Interested candidates please submit your resume to us via email: caribglasstci@aol.com or in person at Carib Glass, Glass Shack Building, Leeward highway (opposite Menzies Medical)

Belongers given preference Pay - $6.25/hour or commensurate with experience Position currently held by permit holder

POSITIONS FOR LABOURERS ARE AVAILABLE FOR A RESORT AND PRIVATE HOME.

BUTCHER 10+ years of experience as butcher

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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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. 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.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Complete ground work as directed by the Supervisor which may include the upkeep of the property grounds by cleaning sidewalks, driveways, parking lot and other ground work.

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 21 May 2016.

ACCOUNTS & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Minimum of 4+ years of experience in related field Should have business degree from a reputed university

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of Accounts & Administrative Officer for NW Hamilton Insurance Services Ltd., Suite #:3, The Arch Plaza, 128 Thompson Cove Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Remuneration will be between $37,500 – $45,000 per annual based on qualifications and experience.

Real Estate Sales Manager

Application should reach us no later than 21 May 2016.

NW Hamilton Realty Ltd., Real Estate Agency located at Suite #3, The Arch Plaza, 128 Thompson Cove Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands is looking for an experienced Realtor /Co-Broker to manage and grow the Agency. The Agency is a full service real estate company whose core business consists of real estate sales, property management & rentals of homes, condominiums, and commercial properties.

L.M. VARIETY STORE

The successful applicant should have at least Fifteen (15) years’ experience in Real Estate, sales and management with a proven and quantifiable record of sales experience in the Turks and Caicos or the Caribbean will be useful.

Is looking for a

LABOURER

Remunerations are based solely on sales commission.

To work 6 days per week salary $6.25 per hour

Interested persons should send their resumes/ CVs by email to realestate@nwhamilton.tc for the attention of Norman Hamilton Tel: 649-946-4060. APPLICATION SHOULD REACH US NO LATER THAN 21 MAY 2016.

TOURS BY FREE

CONTACT: 331-3887

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Interested persons should submit their resumes or CVs with references to NW Hamilton Insurance Services Ltd., via email: info@nwhamilton.tc , for the attention of Mr. Norman Hamilton, Tel: 649-946-4060.

OUT LINERS BARBER SHOP AND BEAUTY SALON Is looking to fill the following positons:

BARBER Salary $8.00 per hour

FLYBOARD

NAIL

TECHNICIAN

INSTRUCTOR

Commission based

HAIR DRESSER

To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour

Belonger only need apply

CONTACT: 242-3733

CONTACT: 941-5962

Salary $7.00 per hour

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Interested applicants should apply to HR@i-grocers.com, no later than 6th June, 2016.

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The suitable candidate should have post-secondary education (Bachelor or Associate Degree or studying toward professional qualifications in Accounting) with a minimum of Seven years relevant work experience. In addition, the successful candidate will be someone who is a self- starter and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills and can work closely with others in a small office environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks Accounting Software is essential. Knowledge of “Power Broker” an insurance brokerage management software package would be useful

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Coordinate and monitor supply chain operations Ensure premises, assets and communication ways are used effectively Utilize logistics IT to optimize procedures Recruit and coordinate logistics staff (e.g. truck drivers) according to availabilities and requirements Supervise orders and arrange stocking of raw materials and equipment to ensure they meet needs Communicate with suppliers, retailers, customers etc. to achieve profitable deals and mutual satisfaction Plan and track the shipment of final products according to customer requirements Keep logs and records of warehouse stock, executed orders etc. Prepare accurate reports for upper management

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DIVE PROVO

THE PINNACLE GRACE BAY

Is looking for an EXPERIENCED

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

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CONTACT: 941-7366

PADI SCUBA INSTRUCTOR

Salary in the range of $24,000 -$26,000 per annum based on experience Interested Turks & Caicos Islanders should deliver by hand their application including curriculum vitae to 101 Ports of Call, Providenciales or by email to: diveprovo@tciway.tc with a copy sent to the office of the Immigration Board, Dive Provo 649-946-5029. Positon is held by a work permit holder 11573

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REJOUVENANCE SPA LTD Is seeking to employ a certified

ESTHETICIAN/ MASSAGE THERAPIST Successful candidate must be passionate about the spa industry, healthy living and possess a thorough knowledge of cosmetics, skincare products and related application of latest spa industry procedures. This position requires an extremely self- motivated and creative individual who has broad-based skills in the wellness and spa industry. Candidate must have a current Esthetician License from a recognized beauty school, (Cidesco Certification is a plus) as well as a Manicurist License and Massage Therapist License (CMT). Candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the wellness and spa industry. Candidate must provide references from previous employer(s) and/or clients.

JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Must be prepared to work flexible hours, 7 days a week during high season, weekends and evenings. • Vacation must only be taken during off season. • Candidate must be able to stand on his/her feet for a prolonged period of time. • Candidate must have means of transportation at all times. • Candidate must regularly attend educational training seminars in order to stay up to date with new techniques, products, equipment and treatments. • Candidate must have excellent organization skills and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, French and Spanish.

INTERESTS/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Candidate must be able to forge new client relationships and ensure client retention through excellence. • Clients booking and follow up with clients after treatments. • Excel on to boost retail sales and services. • Candidate must be able to perform cosmetic consultations and educate clients on spa services. • Candidate must excel in retail sales of spa products as well as provide customized spa treatment plans and skincare regiments. • Candidate must be trained to perform spa treatments with the following equipment: Skin analysis, Microdermabrasion, Chemical peels, Organic facials, Photo-rejuvenation (IPL), Oxygen facials, Ultrasonic facials, Lash extension, Manicure & Pedicure, Swedish and Hot stone massages, Shiatsu a plus, Body treatments, lash and brow tinting, wedding & special occasion makeup application. • Keep the spa clean at all times and perform spa laundry. Application would be considered from Turks and Caicos Islanders only and must be received by June 8th 2016. Position available August 1th, 2016 TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS ONLY NEED TO APPLY with copies of qualification certificates and references. Interested candidates please email your full resume, certificates and references to the following email: mariomamet@yahoo.fr. Following your application an interview will be scheduled. Position currently held by work permit, wages $2500 per month. Prospective applicants who are Islanders are invited to send a copy of their application to the work permit board.

PHILIPPE MAMET 649-231-2995 LONG BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

May 28 - June 3, 2016

BAR MANAGER/ MIXOLOGIST REQUIREMENTS:

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Minimum 4 years’ experience Willing to work irregular, long and late hours Command a broad knowledge of bar managing and mixing drinks Comprehensive QuickBooks knowledge Comprehensive POS experience Good computer literacy Must have valid driver’s license Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public Salary $1,000 -$1,300 per month dependent on experience

Please bring all application with two letters of recommendation citing relevant experience in the same industry to Sandpit Bar located at W103 Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or email to admin@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview.

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COFFEE SPECIALIST/ BARISTA REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2 years barista experience, and 4 years customer facing experience • Full trained in all aspects of health and safety regulations in the kitchen with staff, cleanliness, storage and production of food • Willing to work irregular long and late hours • Command a broad knowledge of kitchen and restaurant terminology • Comprehensive QuickBooks knowledge • Comprehensive POS experience • Good computer literacy • Must have a valid driver’s license • Engaging and outgoing personality who enjoys working with the public • Salary $1,400 -$1,500 per month dependent on experience Please bring all applications with two letters of recommendation citing relevant experience in the same industry to Lemon 2 Go located at W102 Venture House, Grace Bay Road, Providenciales or email to admin@environmentalarts. tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for an interview. 11571

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GARDENER EXPERIENCED FULL-TIME GARDENER REQUIRED

DUTIES: Shrub trimming, plant pruning, weeding, grass cutting and general garden clean up Starting wages depending on experience $7.00 $7.75 plus share of pooled service fees Belonger status mandatory Drop resume at the Ports Of Call Resort attention K. Parker or email: kparker@portsofcallresort.com

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GARDENERS/ LABOURERS NEEDED Applicants must be able to work outdoors performing manual and physical labor. They must be able to operate a jackhammer. Lawn mower and chainsaw. They will be asked to dig holes, mix and spread topsoil/ cow manure and plant. They must be able to speak and communicate in English. Starting salary is $6.25 per hour and may require to work on weekends and holidays if needed. Please bring all application to Environmental Arts located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to admin@ environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for an interview.

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EXCLUSIVE VILLA MANAGEMENT Is currently looking to employed a

BUTLER AND A GARDENER These individual must be willing to work on their own with little or no supervision. These individuals mu have own transportation. The butler must be able to cook a variety of international cuisines and local dishes with several years of experience Must have own utensils. Salary is based on experience and can range between $2000 to $2500 The Gardener must be willing to clean the yard and maintain it at all time Salary is $8.00 per hour. Kindly contact 941-4006 and email resume at wendyhandfield@hotmail.com

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Is seeking a

FARM

LABOURER

Salary $150.00 per week Interested persons can apply at the farm in North Caicos or

CONTACT: MR. EMMANUEL MISSICK 231-3898 OR 946-4524

JELLY BEAN INCORPORATED Is looking to fill the following positions:

THE HELP DESK (241-7737)

Seeks to fill the following positions for its clients;

Global Professional Services (946-4069) • MANAGER • COMPLIANCE TRAINING OFFICER

Must be able to speak and write French, creole English and Spanish. Salary negotiable.

Rigby Builders MASON $8.00 per hour Leslie Watts DOMESTIC WORKER, Labourer $6.25 per hour LEGISTER WAINWRIGHT MISSICK PROVIDENCIALES

•HANDYMAN •MECHANIC •HOUSEKEEPER LABOURER To work 6 days Is looking for a

Must have 3 – 5 years’ experience Salary commensurate with experience

CONTACT: 331-8135

per week salary $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 345-2426

ARCHITECT POSITION AVAILABLE

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: • 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 Please forward your 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 Labour, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

GREEN ACRES FARM

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Fully qualified Architect required for the following role:

JOB SUMMARY

• The successful applicant will be expected to undertake the traditional role of a professional Architect. • This includes detailed architectural design work, planning submissions, preparation of tender documents, construction contract administration, contract cost control and direct liaison with clients, consultants and contractors.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• RIBA Parts 1-111 Professional Qualification • Fully qualified RIBA/ARB registered Architect. • Minimum 5 years post-professional qualification experience as Project Architect with direct Client liaison. • Minimum 5 years experience in contract administration and cost control on JCT contracts. • Minimum 5 years experience in managing an architectural team. • A strong background of technical detailing. • Excellent skills in AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Photoshop, Sketch-up, Excel and Word a pre-requisite. • Experience in the design and production of presentation and marketing materials including website programming. Salary rated according to experience, between $4k & $6k per month. Interested applicants should contact Mr. C Davies via e-mail by June 14, 2016 with current CV to info@coasttci.com or in writing to the address below. Only applicants meeting the minimum requirements listed above will be contacted for interview within 5 days of the closing date.

Only suitably qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders need apply. Coast Architects, 82 Cherokee Road, PO Box 941, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 11550

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May 28 - June 3, 2016

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Mourinho & Manchester United agree manager deal

LeBron James (right) and Stephen Curry highlight the players selected to the All-NBA first team in 2015-16.

Talks between Jose Mourinho and Manchester United have lasted three days.

defender Rio Ferdinand praised the 53-year-old former Chelsea, Inter Milan and Real Madrid boss. “I have heard many say the ‘Mourinho WAY’ is not the Manchester United style of playing football,” the 37-yearold former England skipper wrote on his Facebook page. “However, the Chelsea team that Jose put together first time round when he entered the Premier League played with wingers and hurt teams with quick attacking play. “This is a sign he knows how to get a team playing in a way Manchester United fans can look forward to seeing.”

He added: “One thing I can tell Manchester United fans is that they have got themselves a true winner in all aspects. His CV shows success.” Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who United are interested in bringing to Old Trafford, potentially as Mourinho’s first signing, said his former boss was “the man to bring them [United] back to the top”. Meanwhile, in an interview for BBC’s World Football programme to be broadcast on Friday, ex-Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti joked that United might start “selling tickets” for news conferences as a result of the arrival of Mourinho.

RA SHAW DESIGNS LTD.

LANDSCAPER

• Position involves strenuous physical labor, which requires being able and willing to perform heavy lifting, and other physically demanding functions • Must be able to speak English fluently • Preference will be given to someone with previous landscaping experience • All applicants must be able to present a clean police record • Wage commensurate with experience • Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands

KIA NBA Most Valuable Player Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors and forward LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers lead the 2015-16 All-NBA First Team, the NBA announced today. Curry is the only player to receive First Team votes on all 129 ballots, earning First Team honors for the second straight year. James (125 First Team votes) has been named to the First Team for the 10th time in 13 seasons, tying seven players for the secondmost selections in NBA history. Joining Curry (645 total points) and James (637 points) are three players making their debuts on the All-NBA First Team: Oklahoma City Thunder guardRussell Westbrook (627 points, 120 First Team votes), San Antonio Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (575 points, 94 First Team votes) and Los Angeles Clippers center DeAndre Jordan (317 points, 39 First Team votes). The All-NBA Second

Team consists of forwards Kevin Durant of the Thunder and Draymond Green of the Warriors, center DeMarcus Cousins of the Sacramento Kings and guards Chris Paul of the Clippers and Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers. The All-NBA Third Team is composed of forwards Paul George of the Indiana Pacers and LaMarcus Aldridge of the Spurs, center Andre Drummond of the Detroit Pistons and guards Klay Thompson of the Warriors and Kyle Lowry of the Toronto Raptors. The All-NBA Teams were chosen by a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters in the United States and Canada. The media voted for All-NBA First, Second and Third Teams by position with points awarded on a 5-3-1 basis. Voters were asked to select two guards, two forwards and one center for each team, choosing players at the position they play regularly. Players who received

votes at multiple positions were slotted at the position where they received the most votes. Curry helped the Warriors (73-9) to the best record in NBA history and won the Kia NBA MVP Award for the second year in a row, joining Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan and Steve Nash as the only guards to earn the honor in consecutive seasons. Curry led the league in scoring (30.1 ppg), threepointers made (an NBA-record 402), free throw percentage (90.8) and steals (2.14 spg), along with averaging 6.7 assists and a career-high 5.4 rebounds. He shot a career-high 50.4 percent from the field, the NBA’s highest mark among guards, and made 45.4 percent from three-point range, good for second in the league. Curry became the seventh qualifying player in NBA history to shoot at least 50 percent from the field, 40 percent from beyond the arc and 90 percent from the foul line.

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR Position available for an energetic and motivated Fitness Instructor with excellent knowledge of anatomy, muscle function and body movement along with the following additional qualifications:

- MUST BE CERTIFIED IN YOGA AND PERSONAL TRAINING - MINIMUM 10 YEARS EXPERIENCE Applicants should also be experienced in teaching a range of classes including special population, pre and post natal, sports conditioning and rehabilitation. Salary will commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Office contact information is as follow: RA SHAW DESIGNS PROJECT HOUSE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY

PHONE: 649-941-4394 ext 102

Curry and James lead All-NBA first team

Belongers are particularly encouraged to apply. Apply in writing with CV and cover letter to info@innerbalance.tc, with a copy to the Labour Office, Providenciales.

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A DEAL has been agreed for Jose Mourinho to become Manchester United’s new manager, after three days of talks. Negotiations between Mourinho’s agent Jorge Mendes and senior United officials have concluded, although no contract has been signed. An official announcement from the club is expected on Friday. The Portuguese will replace Dutchman Louis van Gaal, who was sacked on Monday, two days after United won the FA Cup. The BBC reported on Saturday, within an hour of United’s 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, that Van Gaal would be sacked and Mourinho was set to replace him. Discussions, which started on Tuesday and were delayed by negotiations over Mourinho’s image rights, finally finished on Thursday. The 53-year-old is likely to sign a three-year contract. Mourinho’s appointment has been backed by some former United players, including former goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel and Hull City boss Steve Bruce. And on Thursday, ex-

May 28 - June 3, 2016

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Sports Interational

Arbroath’s record win safe despite Ecuadorian side’s 44-1 victory

FLAMINGO PHARMACY

VACANCIES Qualified Pharmacy Technician – work permit renewal

MT. LEBON BAPTIST CHURCH BOTTLE CREEK NORTH CAICOS Is looking for a

MUSICIAN/ CARETAKER

“For records directly involving performance in sports, we must only accept those which occur at a top-level professional, international, or pre-eminent amateur (i.e. Olympics). “So unfortunately we won’t be able to ratify the result as a Guinness World Record.” The official Guinness World Record reads: “The highest score recorded in a first-class

football match is 36. “This first occurred in the Scottish Cup match between Arbroath and Bon Accord when Arbroath won 36-0 on their home ground in Arbroath, Scotland, UK on 12 September 1885.” The score was equalled in an Estonian Cup match between Infonet FC and Virtsu Jalgpalliklubi on 13 June, 2015.

KARIB AUTO RENTAL

RENTAL AGENT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The rental agent will be responsible for interacting with and attracting clients. He/ she will be responsible for safeguarding the company’s vehicles and ensure that they are routinely checked and well maintained. Maintain records of income and expenses. Be willing and able to wash vehicles when necessary.

Salary: $200 weekly Contact: Call 331-7373 or send an email to karibarental@gmail.com 11534

DREAM TECHNOLOGY SERVICES Is looking to fill the following positions:

ELECTRONIC TECHNICIANS

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

Must have 3 – 5 years experience. Salary commensurate depending on experience.

CONTACT: 244-9643

CONTACT: 649-344-5798

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Senior Pharmacist – work permit renewal

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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in pharmacy from an accredited university. Eligible to register with the TCI Health Practitioners Board and MPS. At least 8 years post qualification experience. Duties will include dispensing, clinical assessment, patient counseling, staff training and inventory management. Proven ability to supervise a busy community pharmacy including team of 10 staff. Exceptional clinical knowledge (will tested during the interview process). Willing to work long shifts including weekends and holidays. Salary $45-55K plus performance related bonus.

Vitamins and Sport Nutrition Specialist

Is seeking an individual to fill the position of

– new vacancy

• Bachelor’s degree in science, nutrition, health promotion or related field from an accredited university. • Ability to train and educate other team members to improve product knowledge and grow sales. • Must be a personal advocate of healthy living through nutrition and exercise. • Ability to manage social media, marketing, advertising and promotions. • Willing to work most Saturdays. • Salary from $25-30K plus performance related bonus.

Assistant Pharmacy Manager – new vacancy

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Assist with management of wholesale and pharmacy operations. Devise and implement sales incentives and training for sales associates. Manage local & international inventory logistics. Prepare monthly sales analysis. Analyze variances and initiate corrective actions At least ten years relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Proven ability in pharmaceutical sales, marketing and product launches. In depth knowledge of legal and regulatory matters relating to pharmaceutical purchasing. • Fluent in Spanish. • Salary commensurate with experience in the range $40-48K plus performance related bonus. Please send resume, copy of qualifications and immigration status to jobs@ flamingopharmacy.com or fax to 649 941 4098 with a copy to the labour department. Turks and Caicos Islanders preferred. Closing date May 31st 2016.

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ARBROATH FC’S world record 36-0 win is safe despite an Ecuadorian third division team recording a 44-1 victory. Pelileo Sporting Club beat Indi Native in front of just 200 supporters, with striker Ronny Medina scoring 18 goals. But it will not be ratified as a Guinness World Record as it did not occur at a high enough sporting level. Arbroath FC chairman John Christison said he was “absolutely delighted” his team’s record 1885 defeat of Bon Accord still stood. Mr Christison told BBC Scotland: “Obviously it’s a record we’re very proud of. “Our thanks to Guinness for clearing that up, that’s tremendous news. “We would probably have had to rebrand a lot of our stuff because it has ‘world record holders’ on it. A Guinness World Record spokeswoman said that while Pelileo’s result was “an amazing achievement”, it would not be ratified. The spokeswoman said:

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Pelileo Sporting Club’s victory was watched by just 200 supporters.

• Must have pharmacy technician qualification from an accredited college, including at least 1 year of classroom based learning. • At least 3 years post qualification experience in a busy pharmacy. • Duties will include accurate dispensing, use of dispensary software, maintenance of inventory, NHIP billing, handling OTC enquiries, extemporaneous liquid and cream preparation. • Will be required to pass a pharmacy technician exam paper including calculations as part of interview process. • Willing to work long shifts, weekends and holidays. • $12-$14 per hour depending on experience and qualifications.

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Nadal becomes eighth man to win 200 matches in tennis majors RAFAEL Nadal became the eighth man in history to win 200 matches at Grand Slam tournaments with his second-round victory over Facundo Bagnis in the French Open on Thursday. Nadal fell behind 2-0 against the 99th-ranked Bagnis of Argentina, then cleaned up his act and took 14 of the next 15 games Thursday en route to winning 6-3, 6-0, 6-3. A record nine-time champion at Roland Garros, Nadal has won 200 of 230 matches in majors, a winning percentage of .870. Only seven other men have earned that many victories at Grand Slam tournaments; Roger Federer, who is missing from this year’s French Open because of injury, holds the record of 302. The fourth-seeded Nadal has 14 Grand Slam titles -- tied with Pete Sampras for second most behind Federer’s 17 -- including a record nine at Roland Garros. “I think this year I played better than last year,” said Nadal, who lost to Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals last year, ending his 39-match winning streak at Roland Garros. “I’ve been able to play some really good matches against the best players in the world. I’m very happy to be competitive again.” This season, the Spaniard has been in better form in the buildup to the French Open, winning titles in Monte Carlo and Barcelona.

Collins Injera broke the record with 231 tries.

Injera breaks rugby sevens’ try record at London finale Rafael Nadal has won 200 of his 230 career Grand Slam matches, becoming the eighth man to reach the milestone.

Nadal wasn’t the only player adding milestones to his résumé Thursday. Djokovic won his 50th match at Roland Garros by defeating 161stranked qualifier Steve Darcis of Belgium 7-5, 6-3, 6-4. The current top-ranked player, who overcame 42 unforced errors on a windy afternoon, became the seventh man to reach the milestone at the claycourt tournament. “It was difficult for me tactically to dictate points because he’s very talented,” Djokovic said of the speedy Darcis. “It was difficult but I’m happy I was able to finish in three sets.” The other men with 50 victories at

the French Open -- Nadal, Federer, Guillermo Vilas, Ivan Lendl, Andre Agassi and Nicola Pietrangeli -- all won the championship at some point. Djokovic, who has made it to the final three times in the past four years but lost each time, has a 50-11 career record here. If both continue their winning ways, Djokovic could wind up meeting Nadal in the semifinals. And with a victory over Marcos Baghdatis in the second round, JoWilfried Tsonga became only the third Frenchman with 100 wins in Grand Slam tournaments. Only two other Frenchmen have achieved the feat: Jean Borotra (103) and Henri Cochet (102), well before the Open era started. (ESPN)

COLLINS Injera became the leading try scorer in rugby sevens on Saturday, and it was a family celebration for the Kenya star. Injera crossed the line four times on the opening day of the final round of the 2015-16 Sevens World Series in London, taking him past the previous record of 230 set by Argentina’s Santiago Gomez Cora. He had much reason to thank older brother Humphrey Kayange, who set him up for his 231st try in the dying seconds of Kenya’s 29-12 defeat by France. Injera sank to his knees and looked to the gray skies above Twickenham, before running off the field to celebrate with his parents watching proudly in the stands. “I’ve played this sport since high school, and when I started out I wanted to go for the record,” the 29-year-old said pitchside after the game. “It was a huge thing -- getting it with my brother, who was mentoring me a lot, telling me what to do and

what not to do. It’s a special moment for me, happening at Twickenham.” Injera scored his first series try at the home of English rugby -- and his 200th there last year when he famously celebrated the milestone by signing a TV camera, ruining its lens in the process. Injera said he had a “special connection” with his older brother -- who also gifted him a score when already over the try line in the earlier loss to Scotland. “I want to thank him for that, it was a selfless thing to do,” he told CNN. “Every time I just found myself supporting him. We just have this connection -- there was no argument that he had to give me the try.” He said it was the second time his parents had been to London to watch them, and they had attended other events on the circuit such as Dubai. “I was just so happy to have them here, it was an amazing feeling,” said Injera, who stripped off his No. 11 jersey and gave it to his parents.

Report: Manning won’t sue Al Jazeera over HGH report WHEN a stunning report from Al Jazeera emerged before the Super Bowl implicating Peyton Manning in an HGH scandal, the then-Broncos quarterback was adamant he would sue the news network. Manning has reportedly changed his mind on that front, however. According to Christine Brennan of USA Today, in a column wondering why the NFL hasn’t harassed the players named in the report, Brennan cites sources close to Manning who say the legendary quarterback won’t be filing a lawsuit. A person familiar with Manning’s strategy who was not authorized to speak publicly told USA TODAY Sports in a recent conversation that the former quarterback has decided after a dozen conference calls with attorneys that he doesn’t want to spend the time and money necessary to file a lawsuit that would make public the personal records and private

Rory McIlroy said winning the tournament was a boyhood dream.

Manning will likely wait and see what happens with other lawsuits before proceeding.

lives of both he and his wife Ashley. There will be plenty of skeptics questioning Manning’s willingness to call the dogs off now that he’s retired. But no one wants their medical records opened up for the entire viewing public to see (much less your wife’s medical

records). There’s also another reason Manning is slow-playing a potential lawsuit: Ryan Zimmerman of the Washington Nationals and Ryan Howard of the Philadelphia Phillies, both named in the Al Jazeera report, already filed suit against the media company.

McIlroy overjoyed by Irish Open success at K Club RORY McIlroy fulfilled a lifelong ambition by winning his home tournament, the Irish Open, for the first time at the K Club. With the aid of stunning second shots at the 16th and 18th holes, the four-time major winner carded a birdie and an eagle to emerge the victor by three shots over Russell Knox and Bradley

Dredge. “This is a tournament I’ve grown up watching as a kid, playing in as an amateur and dreaming about since I first held a club,” the world number three said. “To win it in the fashion I did and to win it as host, it means an awful lot.” (BBC)

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Some of the players who were a part of the CONCACAF Women’s Football Day.

TCIFA participates in CONCACAF Women’s Football Day FEMALE football development is extremely important to CONCACAF and its newly elected Female Member to the FIFA Council Sonia Bien-Aime feels that the TCI is doing a good job at promoting equality in the sport. At the CONCACAF Women’s Football Day, last Saturday, a large turnout of U15 footballers from

several islands impressed the TCIFA president Bien-Aime. “It is a true example of you the players, you the parents and volunteers showing that we are serious about developing and raising the profile of women’s football in our region.” Deputy Governor, Anya Williams noted that the TCIFA has been one

of the fastest growing organisations within the TCI, especially since North/Middle Caicos and Grand Turk are now onboard. “Thank you for doing your part in the community to involve the youth and getting them involved in a very positive programme,” Mrs. Williams stated. Over 40 youngsters in the U7, U9 and U15 filled the Academy as

they registered and proudly wore the WFD t-shirts. During the day the players competed in a 5 -v- 5 tournament. The tournament ended with awards of WFD medals presented to the respective teams. Also commending the group was Candace Hanchell, Executive Director responsible for Women’s

Football. “Last year saw participation from the South Caicos Academy and we are so happy to have our newest addition join us today, the North/Middle Caicos Academy. It is evident that female participation around the Turks & Caicos Islands is increasing. This is one of our goals and we will endeavour to sustain this.”

TCIFA hosts first ever FIFA Grassroots coaching course in GT TWENTY four persons are now equipped with grassroots football knowledge after participating in the first ever FIFA Grassroots coaching course in the capital island. The May 18-22 TCIFA organised course in Grand Turk was led by FIFA instructor, Marcos Tinoco, who also serves as FIFA Technical Development Officer for the NorthWest Caribbean. According to a release from the TCIFA, the “purpose of the course was to encourage practices that are based on organising fun football exercises to help children build a love for the game and to ensure that prospective coaching educators foster our children’s development in sporting, social, psychological and educational aspects.” The course involved three afternoon sessions, one full day, and one morning session of practical and theoretical work. Persons were assigned to demonstrate correct methods of coaching young children between the ages of 6-12, and the programme then concluded with the organisation of a festival for the children. Over 120 6-12 year olds were in attendance. Equipment

The players and coaches who took part in GT’s first ever FIFA Grassroots coaching course.

was provided to both participating coaches and children. “The participants worked very hard all week, with delivering presentations based on improving grassroots football, health benefits associated with playing, and promotion of the sport within the Grand Turk community,” TCIFA Technical Director Darren Meehan noted.

“I was delighted with the way Grand Turk showed dedication and pure enthusiasm towards this course, and I’m even happier to announce that we have 24 new coaching educators for the capital,” the TD added. Candia Ewing, General Secretary, also joined in the excitement. “While playing skills remain an important aspect in

the development of our players, our main focus is to promote football, and to get as many people as possible involved in the sport, regardless of their age. The Grassroots Football Programme gives us that opportunity to lay the necessary foundations required for us to nurture our very own Turks and Caicos Islands players, and coaches, all whilst having fun.

I would like to commend, and thank Grand Turk for a job well done. They have exceeded our expectations, and I can truly say on behalf of our TCIFA president, executive members and all those involved in the TCIFA, Grand Turk has proven to be true supporters. We look forward to retaining our participants, and we are eager for all that is to come.”

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“I’m Ironman” - Lynn Robinson successful at North American Championships If her former Physical Education teacher Ms. Potter from the Goole Grammar School in East Yorkshire saw Lynn Robinson today she would not recognise her. In her teens Lynn would frown upon any physical challenge— especially running. Recently she found an old report card from Ms. Potter and was amused at what was written: “Lynn needs to make more effort if she wants to get fit.” Twenty two years later Lynn is

just not fit, she is super fit—so much so that she has one of the most sought after extreme fitness labels in sports under her belt: an Ironman medal of participation. On May 14, the 48-year-old completed the gruelling course in less than 12 hours in the woodlands of Texas. Competing in the 45-49 age division, she swam the 2.4 miles in 1:35.00; rode her bike over 94 miles in 5:36.51 hours and ran the 26.2 miles in 4:24.42 hours for a total

Some of the participants at the event.

WIS hosts second mother/ daughter walk in GT IN an effort to promote fitness within the family, local organisation Women In Sports held its second mother/daughter walk recently. The fun/health walk began at 5:30h, two Saturdays ago, under the gazebo and walkers moved briskly to the Governor’s beach. Some of the participants receive prizes, including the oldest mum: Ms. Delores Berry (63 years old) while Bianca Williams received the gift for

being the youngest mother. Little Maliah Lightbourne, (age seven) was the youngest walker. Janet Williams and Graceann Malcolm captured the gifts for having three generations of women in attendance. In a release WIS said that the event would not have been successful without the support of: “Fortis TCI, Gold Smith, Fabotique Fashions, Durhams Treasures, Dale Grant Variety Store and E&R Mini Mart.”

time of 11:55.20 hours. The Provo resident made the journey in the final leg with the rain beating on her face, yet it was not felt, as she neared the finish line she had one thought on her mind, and then it became legitimate—she was now an ‘Ironman’. In the months leading up to May 14, Lynn was focused and trained more intensely than ever before. “Without a doubt it has been the hardest event I have ever had to train for. My friend Cath put together a training schedule which I had followed pretty rigidly since November, fitting it in between work, pets and fostering puppies.” She biked during the winter months, mainly indoors with her bike set up on an indoor trainer for the darker nights, while she faced unpleasant hours in choppy waters during her “least enjoyable event”. “Training for an event like Ironman is both physically and mentally challenging and is a constant battle between the body and the mind. My motivation to keep going has stemmed from my desire to prove to myself that I can complete the distance and my mantra is: ‘If you say you can, you will’. It’s amazing what people can achieve with a positive outlook.” Lynn said that despite some long tough days of training and many times of wanting to stop, she found the strength to stay focused till the end. Last month, Lynn almost had her dreams shattered when a car damaged her bike on South Dock Road. “Thankfully I was going up a slight incline and therefore a little slower than normal when a car overtook me then pulled over to the side of the road. Just as I was about to overtake the car, the driver pulled out in front of me to do a U-turn in the road. I yelled, and as I pulled on the brakes, my bike slid out from under me and I went crashing to the ground, narrowly missing the back tire of the car. Luckily I came off lightly with just minor grazing and bruising, however my bike was badly damaged and unable to be fixed in time for the race. The car driver didn’t stop and I never had a chance to see the license plate.” Despite the accident and the loss of her bike, Lynn was still 100% committed to the race. VEGAN DIET Lynn is a devoted vegan and is positive than her diet is perfect for fuelling her lifestyle and was key in her finishing the race. “Following a plant based (vegan) diet and including nutrient dense food in my meals such as turmeric, ginger, moringa, garlic, spirulina,

Lynn Robinson was outstanding at the 2016 North American Ironman Championships.

leafy greens, beets and many other “superfoods” has helped to keep my immune system strong, fight inflammation and recover from workouts quickly, as well as giving me the extra energy to tackle long days of training.” EARLY RUNNING DAYS Lynn has had her fair share of training over the years and has achieved numerous feats in the process. “I never really enjoyed running while at school, it wasn’t until I was about 25 when a colleague at the bank I was working in at the time suggested we go along to the beginner’s night at the local running club. After a little apprehension I agreed to go along and was amazed how anyone could run for more than a mile without stopping. Needless to say I struggled on that first introduction into running but persevered with the encouragement and support of the more established members of the club.” Lynn was then hooked, within six months she had completed her first half marathon, along with various 10K events and 10-mile runs.

The avid runner was not satisfied, she wanted more—running had become an obsession. After three years of running and various competitions Lynn attempted her first full marathon, since then she has competed in the London Marathon three times (1996, 1997 and in 2002). In her last try, she ran the course in under four hours. Running changed her thinking, so much so that in 2002, as a 34 year old, she quit her bank job and pursued a career as a scuba diving instructor, firstly in Turkey before she followed the waves to the TCI in November of that year. With her time taken up in the sea, Lynn eased up her miles on the road and for seven years she took it easy. It was not until 2009 that she returned to the lengthy distances after a few friends suggest they run together. In September 2010 Lynn was back at it, she ran the Tamarindo Marathon in Costa Rica then decided to follow up with New York Marathon the following year. Along with the Ironman she has now ran 14 marathons, including the ill-fated Boston in 2013.

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PABA NIGHT LEAGUE:

Knights shock defending champs in semis - Ballers extend series THE FIVE Cays Knights ensured that the once unconquerable GT Stallions will be looking at the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) Night League final from the stands after defeating them in the semi-finals last weekend. Creating history by becoming the first eight seeded team to knockout a number one seed (Flyers) in the first round was not all the Knights wanted to achieve this season. They have also solidified themselves as the giant killers and are now clear favourites for the title after the 3-1 games win against the three-time champions Stallions in their best-infive series at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court. Down 0-2 the Stallions were able to avoid the sweep with a 8373 win on Friday night after guard Kino Williams went on a shooting rampage with 36 points. Levenskay Missick added 12 points and seven rebounds. Melvin Elsie, who has been outstanding this season, continued his scoring with 18 points, while his Knights’ teammate Evelson Jean added 15. The Knights were unfazed by

The Knights, now favourites, are one series away from the championship title.

Ehlo Seymour has been outstanding for the Ballers in their series against the Police.

their loss on Friday night, and their regular season performance of four wins in 15 games seemed like a distant memory as Elsie and bigmen Mark Handfield and Mike Cumberland tallied 83 of their team’s points in the 98-95 win. Elsie shot his way to 33 points, five steals, five assists and four rebounds, while captain Handfield finished with a big 30 points and 10 boards. Cumberland scored 20 points, five rebounds and three assists. Stallions had their moments in

The Police Badgers are still confident about reaching the finals.

the game and enjoyed a nine point lead (68-59) in the third before the Knights stemmed the scoring and made a 14 to eight run. Damon Seymour, who fired five shots from the three point line, led the Stallions with 21 points, five rebounds and four steals.

In the other semi-final the South Caicos Harbour Ballers were able to evade the arrest of the Police Badgers with a 12-point win. The 86-74 victory was dominated by Ehlo Seymour, who has been in scoring mode this series. He scored 28 points and pulled down

five rebounds, while Jonathon Paul added 10 points and four boards. Game four will be played next Saturday (June 4th) and if necessary a game five will be played on June 8th. The PABA championship series will tip off on June 10th.

Academy can win PPL title on Tuesday – Full Physic and Beaches in the mix THE Gilley’s Enterprises Provo Premier League will go down to the last two games of the season this Tuesday and Wednesday evening and three teams are in the mix for the title. With a win in the Turks Head Cup the AFC Academy team are favourites, and unlike their opponents: Full Physic and Beaches, they control their fate. Since Academy (on 25 points) are leading both Full Physic and Beaches by a single point, a win against Cheshire Hall on Tuesday will hand them the title. If they lose or draw,

Wednesday’s game between the second and third placed teams becomes relevant. Either team can take the title with a win if Academy lose or draw. If Academy draw and Wednesday’s game ends in a draw Academy will win (owing to more points), but if Academy lose and Wednesday’s game ends in a draw, Full Physic will win the title owing to a better goal difference. Whatever the results, Cheshire Hall will settle for fourth place, while the SWA Sharks are fifth, Teachers sixth and Grand Turk United seventh.

A win against Cheshire Hall on Tuesday evening will hand the young AFC Academy team a double title.

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