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DDME DIRECTOR

WARNS: STAY ALERT – hurricane season is not over until November 30

It is still hurricane season in the Turks and Caicos Islands, DDME Director Dr Virginia Clerveaux warned this week.

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Ewing calls British gov’t ‘hypocritical and convenient’

BY OLIVIA ROSE FORMER premier Rufus Ewing has labelled the UK government as “hypocritical and convenient” for neglecting the needs of the Turks and Caicos Islands following the catastrophic impact of hurricane Irma.

Ewing, in a social media post on September 15 a few days after the storm, lashed out at the British government for opportunely categorising the TCI as a “foreign” and “wealthy” nation to avoid aiding the territory in its recovery efforts.

“I resisted making a statement other than wishing goodwill on my people for several reasons,” he said, “but the main one being that during these challenging times we need to be focus squarely on rebuilding our beautiful country, bringing it back to normalcy and getting our people the relief that they need to get back on their feet.

“However, there are several issues that trouble me that I see as counterproductive or not facilitating our recovery efforts.

“I would address the first one now as these islands, the Turks and Caicos Islands, otherwise known as British overseas territories, yes British overseas territories of which the Queen is Head of State where her appointed Governor represents her interest, are now conveniently considered to be foreign.”

He said that during the current declared state of emergency where

Former premier Rufus Ewing

the UK Governor is fully in charge, he brought in British troops without the consent of the people.

The TCI was classed as “foreign” not “British,” thereby disenfranchising the TCI from aid because of its OECD status of being a wealthy country.

“I cry shame on the British government with a department for international development that can find £25 million of aid to help Rohingya Muslims being driven from their homes by the military but cannot support its own.

“Mind you not that I want the support, especially when it comes with strings attached as it did with our £260 million loan guarantee, but it is the principle of the matter of the British government living up to its obligation.”

Ewing added that the time is more than right for the TCI to be

Members of the local media arrive back in Providenciales after a day of observing the British Army’s response to the family island of Grand Turk

reimbursed the millions of dollars spent on the ongoing and never ending SIPT trials.

TAKING A BACKSEAT He further pointed out that during the initial response phase after the hurricane, the elected Government took a back seat and the UK government was calling the shots with regards to the management and restoration of the country.

“Because I am sure if our elected Government were calling the shots the general public would know and would have been forewarned of the massive presence of British troops in the islands carrying out the duties of police officers.”

In this vein he chided the PDM Government for not adequately informing the populace on the arrival

of British troops to the TCI. “I agree with the need for prevention of violence and looting, but communicating the need for these strategies is what our citizens, residents and visitors expect rather than be alarmed about a military invasion and imposition of martial law.

“One full week has now passed since the hurricane has decimated our capital Grand Turk and South Caicos and the only utterances we have heard from the British government give us no indication that their sovereign commitment to these islands will involve anything more than the customary transient presence of troops in the acute post disaster phase.”

Ewing in his strongly worded statement added: “Coming to our shores with guns and boots doesn’t bring our people relief they need,

you need to instead come with some of the £13 billion in aid funds that have been earmarked for the British overseas territories.”

He urged the UK government to alter the OECD regulations or fund the relief effort out of its own pockets since he said the TCI is owed this and much more.

He called the British government’s response to the TCI’s plight an outright moral disgrace of international proportions.

“We, the overseas territories, want a partnership not dictatorship. As we say local, if you are not helping us you are hurting us, and so you should cut us loose and let us go so we can find allies who would be more generous and with whom we can have greater mutual benefits,” the former premier stressed.

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BY DAISY HANDFIELD REPORTS of two sloops making illegal landfall in Providenciales earlier this week have surfaced.

The information was released by the Department of Immigration in the Ministry of Border Control and Employment this week.

One illegal migrant who arrived in the Turks and Caicos Islands via sloop on Monday (October 3) was picked up by police officials and is being processed with view to deportation.

According to a press release, the Task Force within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPC) is actively investigating the reports and will apprehend illegals that are intercepted.

The release read: “If

apprehended, migrants abiding illegally in the Turks and Caicos Islands will be deported and placed on the Immigration Stop List.

“Persons are therefore cautioned to ensure that their status is current and that they are in possession of proof of such status at all times.”

The Department of Immigration and the Ministry of Border Control and Employment further reminded residents that harbouring illegal migrants is a crime and such people can face a fine of $20,000 on summary conviction or a term of imprisonment conviction of four years, or both.

Minister of Border Control Sean Astwood also warned on the cracking down of illegal migrants.

He shared these sentiments

during a sitting of the House of Assembly on August 26.

Migrant workers whose work permits and or visas have expired had until August 15 to leave the Turks and Caicos Islands or be prosecuted and deported.

He said that any person found illegally residing or working in the TCI after August 15 would be charged, deported and added to the immigration Stop List.

“Any company found employing illegal migrants will be charged under the law and we will be working with other Government agencies, like the Business Licensing Authority, for meaningful implications to operations for those found guilty of such activity moving forward,” Astwood said.

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‘Hurricane season is not over, continue to stay alert,’ warns DDME director

BY DELANA ISLES IT IS still hurricane season in the Turks and Caicos Islands, DDME Director Dr Virginia Clerveaux warned this week.

Everyone must to continue to prepare, clean their yards, and remove surrounding debris, she stressed.

The territory is bouncing back, almost one month to the day after being hit by a category five hurricane, followed closely on the heels by a category three.

And the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies, its staff, the countless volunteers and Dr Clerveaux are working in the frontline of the recovery efforts.

On Thursday (October 5), the Weekly News sat down with the director for an up to date review of where the country is in terms of recovery, lessons to be learnt, the damage sustained throughout the islands and the aid rendered by countless individuals, organisations and countries.

One of the important messages she is seeking to communicate with residents of the TCI, however, is that the country still has more than a month of hurricane season to go.

“It is important for us to remember that while we have survived hurricanes Irma and Maria that we are still in the hurricane season, we still have approximately six weeks remaining in the hurricane

DDME Director, Dr Virginia Clerveaux

season and it is not unprecedented to get more than two hurricanes in any given year,” the director warned.

She recalled that in 2005 Haiti had four storms impacting them; as such the TCI is not in the clear yet.

She said that measures such as clearing yards and removing debris will help to reduce potential missiles if the Turks and Caicos Islands is threatened by another system during the 2017 season.

“It doesn’t have to be a major category three to five hurricane, it could be a tropical storm,” the director said.

“Because our homes have sustained some level of damages we are now more vulnerable now than we were pre-hurricane Irma’s

impact.

“And in the same message we would want to encourage our neighbours that they too need to clean their yards and their surrounding property because missiles from their property can now affect our homes that might have survived hurricane Irma and Maria.”

She added that from an environmental health standpoint, cleaning of yards will help to reduce possible breeding of mosquitoes which can lead to chikungunya and other diseases.

“That would be what I would consider priority needs for us right now – cleaning our surroundings, and repairing our homes to infrastructural building code.”

TCI’S RECOVERY In terms of recovery efforts, she stated that the territory is progressing very well, with the most critical facilities – electricity and water services – being mostly up and running, allowing a large portion of the population to attain some level of normalcy.

“What we have been doing recently with the public is a damage and needs assessment survey that went on throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

She said the aim of that is to better understand what are the priority needs to be able to quantify it.

“Persons may indicate that the priority needs are food, shelter

and water, but how much do you need, what is the percentage of the population that requires that.

“There were persons whose homes were totally devastated, that would be a different need to someone who had some roof damage that is a quicker fix with a few sheets of plywood and shingles.

“So, the detailed damage assessment allows us to be able to pull from that the critical needs and to be able to go forward.”

The director reported that this assessment is complete, and the various departments are now in the process of analysing the data looking for trends and doing comparisons with the various islands.

She pointed out that the assessment has taken some time,

as the damage being evaluated was sustained throughout the entire TCI. “This is the first time in the TCI that every island in the chain was impacted,” Dr Clerveaux observed.

“In 2008, South Caicos, Salt Cay and Grand Turk were impacted by Ike, and Providenciales was able to mount an immediate response operation to assist the affected islands, but this time here in 2017 Provo itself was impacted.”

She reported that the level of impact on Providenciales is significant.

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LESSONS FROM THE STORMS

HURRICANES Irma and Maria have caused great destruction and disruption in the lives of many residents in the TCI. What lessons have been learned to better position ourselves in the future?

So many mistakes

It was evidently clear that the Government was not prepared in a number of vital ways: 1) RTC was not operating and there was no real communication with constant updates on the storms. Only through cell phone updates which a lot of folks could not get service for, was there any communication.

2) There did not appear to be any stockpiled tarps, wood, screening, nails or supplies of water, dried food, clothing, etc for those who lost their homes in the storms and needed shelter and supplies.

3) The designated shelters were not checked prior to the storms and far too few for the many who required shelter during a category five storm were available and those that were, were substandard.

Overall no statements were made by the Premier who should have led the country in calming the populace and making sure those in the greatest need were looked after first.

Underground lines

Electrical lines underground wherever possible. This should have been done when the highway was built, but no time like the present.

It is criminal for a country like the TCI that lives off its ‘beautiful by nature’ slogan not to consider visible lines and poles as a blight on the scenery as well as a continuing danger and serious inconvenience and access problem post hurricane.

Yes it is expensive, but wait until it is done and the sky is free of the multiple lines running across the island.

It has been successfully done in Leeward and in other parts of the island where private ownership has paid for the change.

Now it is time for the Government to force the hand of the electrical company (monopoly) or fund a new grid which will be changing for the new power sources anyway.

Start with the prime tourist, government and primary service areas and work from there.

Expect there is a low impact way of offloading the cost onto the tourist industry over time.

Solar and wind power

Localised solar (and wind) power generation

can hugely offset the effects of grid damage (or fuel shortage).

Apply to water plant, schools, churches, government buildings, gas stations, hotels, shops or anywhere likely to be used as a shelter.

Solar power does not need gas deliveries to remain effective after a storm and will massively improve the reconnect speed even if only for a limited supply in pertinent locations.

Creating fuel-free nodes for instant recovery will have a huge effect on the overall recovery time and level of care given in the aftermath of large storms.

At the same time (as above) we would be improving the brand no end to sell to our property owners and visitors a more diverse and cleaner energy policy.

Building regulations

Better post construction quality checks.

It is clear that the difference in quality of first grade properties and lower grade properties is vast.

A great deal of this is post-permitting corner cutting and allowance of ‘shanty-town’ planning (ie blind eye to regulations).

This can be reduced by improving inspections by government back professionals with authority to condemn poor workmanship.

TCI’s building regulations have become tougher than they need to be because of the building code needing to compensate for poor workmanship.

Ultimately this simply discourages the poorer communities from following the codes correctly and creates an environment of destruction after a storm.

Refine the codes, make them easier to follow and cheaper to apply and then use (likely improved) planning application money to monitor during and post construction (note UK system of less upfront and more site checking).

The TCI have the professional consultants to have the best building stock in the Caribbean, if not the world, but it needs to work for all walks of life and not only the richer among us.

This also creates opportunity for the young in a thriving building industry with methods that will be transferable world over.

Better drainage

Improved road and public facility drainage.

The post storm situation is unforgiveable at a modern airport like Provo’s.

Time to re-think the large area drainage situation and hold individual properties properly responsible for their contribution to poor drainage and the Government responsible for infrastructure in its ownership.

Civil works can make or break a society and staying as dry as possible is a part of this.

Thank heavens that on this occasion Irma was not more Harvey-like.

It’s time we looked at natural ways to improve beautification through strategic runoff and drainage basins rather than creating more and more poorly drained hard-scaping.

Again an opportunity improve our ‘beautiful by nature’ brand whilst simultaneously improving our post storm recovery.

We must take the time to think outside the box and apply the funds efficiently to the things that can make the biggest difference first.

So many changes

Homes should be better prepared with hurricane proof windows, doors and roofs.

Emergency response has to rewrite their policies/procedures manual for pre/post hurricane and guidelines for human resource management of Government employees.

Great need for building guidelines and roof strap downs to prevent roofs from lifting/ flying off.

Government should assist in concrete roofing.

Fortis should remove the poles soon before the hurricane is to arrive.

Homeowners should be encouraged to upkeep and maintain their properties.

More old fashioned wood shutters.

Wood/steel doors hung on the outside so that wind doesn’t blow them in.

All Government employees should report to the Red Cross or designated disaster relief areas to assist in distribution to make it timely.

After all they are still receiving full pay cheques, their offices are non-functioning and they are not helping out.

Florida government workers have to show

up at their nearest assigned field to assist in the distribution of whatever.

The sluice gates need to be maintained to allow water in and emptied before the hurricanes come to accommodate the water.

The ponds in Grand Turk need to be harnessed, cleaned/dredge to accommodate more run off. This is very important.

Better planning

We need better planning inspection of buildings being erected. Enforcement of planning guidelines is paramount.

More knowledge

We need to prepare by keeping track of the real estate weather reports.

Structure wise we need to build according to the building codes and we also need to have a few shelters.

Shelters also can serve in the unfortunate even that of a family losing their home due to fire.

Also as individuals, ensure that we have a good supply of items that are really needed during the hurricane season.

Most of all we need someone who know what the hell they are doing. Someone who is knowledgeable in the type of climes we have in the TCI and what we may be subject to.

Use old techniques

Thank God for his mercy and build homes with thicker and stronger walls.

There are some medieval places that have lasted from way back then, because they built strong back then.

Now, the bricks we use are getting thinner.

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get immediate flights or passenger flights to Grand Turk or South Caicos. We were only allowed emergency flights. So that would have affected some response timing as well.”

She said the amount of sand in the water posed another challenge when trying to get from one island to another.

“These are things that we have to put into perspective.

“But, generally the recovery process is going good and I think we can be proud of ourselves as a government, as a department, as a country, as residents at the progress that we are making.”

She further reported on a visit her department made to South Caicos on Wednesday (October 4).

“I visited South Caicos and the island is significantly clean. In terms of debris management or removal, they have already done 70 percent of the work on that island.

“Given the level of impact that South Caicos suffered, rebuilding of homes is taking a bit longer because the damages sustained in South Caicos are not just simply minor removal of shingles or plywood.

“In some cases, it is the entire roof that was damaged, so they would require structural assessment to determine if the four walls are still strong and if another roof can go on top of it or knock it down and build all over.

“We visited Salt Cay on Monday (October 2) as well and they have significant damages.”

The director noted that in each island there is a different degree of damage being observed.

She stressed that the recovery process will not be immediate, and it appears that it will be a medium to long term process.

REBUILDING BY CODE “Some persons who have insurance may bounce back faster than others.

Those that do not have insurance, their recovery process will take a bit longer and it is hoped that as we rebuild, we don’t rush to rebuild, but ensure that we follow the building codes,” the director said.

“For each investment you make and it’s not according to the building code, you increase the likelihood of experiencing a similar damage or greater in the future.”

Most of the damage sustained was to the roofs of homes, with the four

walls of buildings standing up to the hurricanes, she observed.

“So, I am comfortable that our building code stood the test of time.

“However, there are lessons to be learnt in the way we perhaps design our roofs, or the type of materials we place on roofs.

“Another observation was that persons who used standing beams, they had minimum damage compared those who used shingles or tar paper.”

She said this is an area that home owners may want to consider when rebuilding.

“I am mindful that standing beam is a very expensive material, so the likelihood of everyone being able to afford it would be a challenge.

“In some cases, it was very obvious that some persons took shortcuts in placing their roof from the type of damages they sustained.”

She stressed that in rebuilding, residents need to ensure that they design according to the building code, and stick to those codes, ensuring that contractors do not cut corners.

“If we do that then I think as a country we will be better able to sustain hurricanes that affect us.”

She stated this is important to note and follow, as the frequency of hurricanes impacting the TCI has increased.

Whereas, before 2008 there was a 25 year gap, between 2008 and 2017 in less than 10 years the country has had two major hurricanes.

“Some will attribute it to climate change and some won’t, but what I do know is that we need to ensure that we are prepared in the TCI at the individual level, at the business level, and even as a Government.

“We need to ensure that we have plans that speak to all phases of the disaster management cycle from mitigation, preparedness to recovery and rehabilitation and that we continue to exercise our planning so that more persons are immediately aware of their roles.”

BRITISH RESPONSE Since the passage of hurricane Irma, and significantly throughout the passage of hurricane Maria, the British military has been instrumental in the TCI’s response and recovery efforts, providing invaluable expertise and aid to the DDME, several other organisations on the ground and the country as a whole.

Dr Clerveaux expressed her

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These and other British soldiers have been instrumental in aiding the TCI in its recovery efforts

appreciation for this aid.

“I think the military team on a whole did a very good job; they were very instrumental and were able to operate at various levels.

“They were present in the command centres and they were on the ground assisting in relief items, they were assisting in distribution.

“They played so many different roles helping country to bounce back.”

She named areas of structural and other assessments; repairs to schools and other facilities, as areas where this help was invaluable.

“I personally think that they did a great job and we were happy to have them in the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

NGOS ON THE GROUND According to the director, there were about 17 non-governmental and other organisations in the TCI that were playing various roles.

“Some were assisting in distribution, some were assisting with damage assessment and structural assessment of various critical facilities and we were able to utilise them throughout the TCI.” These groups included nongovernmental organisations (NGOs), civic groups, church organisations, pastors’ fraternity, Red Cross, Rotary and several others local organisations; many other US and Caribbean based organisations, all of whom assisted the territory in different ways.

“At one point we had the CDEMA and they alone had approximately 23 persons in the TCI that were mapping the damage using GPS technology.

They were in the command centre assisting with the coordination.

“They had logisticians that assisted in tracking what was coming in and what was going out, providing advice in various capacities.

“We definitely had a wide range of stakeholders here that we were able to tap on for advice and specialist skills that may not have been housed generally in the department,” Dr Clerveaux recalled.

SHELTERS – REVISION AND CAPABILITIES Throughout the passage of the hurricanes, a number of the designated shelters sustained significant to basic damage.

Asked if a reassessment needs to be done to mitigate this, the director noted that her department is and has always been keen to ensure that the

selected facilities can withstand the expected weather conditions.

“Before we select or officially name any facility as a shelter, one of the things that we do is overtake structural assessment of it to determine what category of storms it can withstand.

“We have a list of shelters for prehurricane and for post hurricane.”

A simple criterion for prehurricane is that it must have indoor facilities, as such they would be restricted by the number of facilities that had indoor bathrooms.

Whereas post hurricanes there is not a need for bathrooms to be indoor as there are no elements that would prevent persons from being able to access the facilities outside.

Pointing to the schools that were designated as shelters, the director noted that not all the classrooms have indoor bathrooms, while some others do, and that this played a part in their selections as shelters.

“We also look at location, is it prone to flooding, is it high above the road area that tends to flood.

“Whereas for post hurricane, the determining factors are different.

Low lying areas are acceptable as the wind and flooding elements are no longer factors.

“These are the factors we take into consideration.”

However, she did acknowledge that quite a few of the designated shelters did receive damage and that has reduced the list of available shelters as the territory continues to prepare itself and stay alert during the remainder of the hurricane season.

“But what we are also doing is working with churches, and working with other schools in order to increase the available facilities that are available to be utilized as shelters.

“What I would also like to encourage persons to do is ensure their home is their shelter. By that I mean build it to code.

“Have at least one safe room in your house where your roof is made out of concrete slab so that if you have to evacuate one part of your house, you can go to another section.

“Your primary shelter should always be your home.”

Secondly, persons should try their best to seek shelter with family and friends, as the use of government shelters should be a last resort for those who cannot take up any other option.

She noted that many people took

this advice to heart, because despite the fact that the TCI was expecting a category five storm, the majority of residents stayed at home.

Collectively, about 1,000 people sought shelter in these facilities throughout both hurricanes, Dr Clerveaux reported.

“Generally, the persons who sought shelter were well behaved, we had shelter managers, we had police presence, so the shelters were all well managed.”

PERSONAL RECOVERY While she, her staff and first responders in every field have done a tremendous job in helping residents and the country recover from the storms, Dr Clerveaux is in no different a position than anyone else who has sustained damage to their homes.

“It’s a case where as the director of DDME I am expected to ensure that the country is prepared.

“I am also expected to lead the response and recovery and while I may wish to take time off to repair my home, at the same time I also have to understand that I have a job to do.

“There are persons in the community that are suffering as bad as I am, or in some cases worse.

They are expecting me to ensure that the recovery efforts are not delayed unnecessarily.

“So, you do at times have to juggle, you have to prioritise certain areas and then you work on your own personal recovery,” she stated.

Further observing: “I am no different than the police officers who were impacted but they are still required to report for duty.

“I am aware of persons in the Ambulance Department whose homes have been affected and have been displaced, medical personnel, their homes have also been impacted.

‘It’s not just me, it’s a number of civil servants and first responders that are out there doing their jobs under various difficult situations but they continue to do it despite the personal challenges they face at home.

“I definitely would like to say kudos to all the first responders, the medical persons, and to all the civil servants who continue to report to work day in and day out.

“They put the work, the country and others before their own personal needs just to ensure that we can move on to some form of normalcy.”

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Destroyed home – Barbuda

Supplies arrive for Dominica

Scott's Head, Dominica

Soufriere, Dominica

Destroyed shop in Barbuda

Soufriere, Dominica

Devastation Caribbean counts the cost after deadly hurricanes

BY GEMMA HANDY DOZENS dead, homes and livelihoods destroyed, infrastructure wiped out and thousands of people left homeless.

That’s the scene across the Caribbean where countries up and down the island chain have been left counting the costs amid one of the worst Atlantic hurricane seasons on record.

As Irma-ravaged TCI battles on to pick up the pieces, scenes of destruction are mirrored and magnified among its regional neighbours reeling from the passage of two catastrophic category five storms in a fortnight.

From the Leeward Islands to the Lucayan Archipelago, Hurricanes Irma and Maria were indiscriminate in their rampage, flattening buildings, obliterating crops and leaving some communities entirely cut off for several days.

Resulting economic problems are likely to be exacerbated by the hefty blow dealt to tourism – much of the region’s financial linchpin – just weeks before the new season starts.

Among the worst hit places are Dominica where at least 30 people are dead, dozens more missing, and 95 per cent of buildings damaged, and St Martin where over a dozen

people were killed, hundreds remain missing, and one-third of structures on the isle’s Dutch side were decimated.

In Barbuda, most of its 1,800 residents are still yet to return home after a mandatory evacuation. The tiny sister isle to Antigua suffered almost total devastation and a twoyear-old boy died after being ripped from a woman’s arms when Irma tore the roof from the house they were in.

Puerto Rico, Cuba, Anguilla, and the US and British Virgin Islands also received extensive damage.

In Cuba, Irma killed at least 10 people, while most of Puerto Rico’s 3.4 million residents are still living without power and communications after Maria slammed into the island on September 20.

The sheer enormity of the area impacted by September’s storms – said to be the strongest hurricane month ever recorded – has left the region’s disaster agencies stretched thin.

Many fear the widespread need will dilute the amount of international aid on offer, particularly with so much focus directed on the US which was also hit by a string of storms including Harvey and Jose.

But solidarity between Caribbean islands means neighbouring nations have been quick to respond,

sending relief supplies and security personnel. Larger countries like Guyana, Trinidad and Venezuela have also delivered many tons of humanitarian aid.

Ronald Jackson, executive director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency and Management Agency (CDEMA), admitted last week that grappling with so many hurricane-hit countries simultaneously was an unprecedented challenge.

“So many islands in the Caribbean are being impacted all at once, and at such high magnitude,” he told Antigua media.

TCI resident Tim Ainley described Hurricane Irma, which struck the territory on September 7, as the “most extreme natural event” he had ever experienced.

“It felt like an atomic bomb going sideways,” he told the Weekly News. “If you had stepped outside you would have been blown to your death like a leaf.”

Mr Ainley, who lives in Leeward, continued that he had experienced many hurricanes before, “but nothing like Irma”.

“Until you have lived through a major hurricane you can't possibly imagine what it's like - terrifying, awe-inspiring, unbelievable,” he said.

Dominican Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit broke down in tears on live Antiguan television as he described the damage wreaked on the ‘nature isle’ by Hurricane Maria on September 18. “Not a single street” was spared, he said.

“Pure fury” and “the sound of a demented animal” were just some of the words used to describe the 175mph winds that brought Dominica to its knees.

In the tiny fishing village of Scott’s Head, 75-year-old Ashton Thomas described the moment his wife Lucy, 74, slipped from his grasp to her death as they tried to escape the surge of ocean water which hurtled inside their beachfront home.

“I have lived here for 27 years,” Mr Thomas said, “I never thought a storm could do this. I was holding onto Lucy with one hand and the wall with the other. I managed to get her back once but she slipped away again. If I hadn’t let go, she would still be alive.”

Barbuda resident Sira Berzas, 40, told how she and a friend were forced to seek cover on two wardrobe shelves as Irma’s 185mph winds tore apart their house.

“I have never been so scared in my life. Jackie and I were holding on to each other and basically saying

our goodbyes,” she said.

While emotional scars may take time to heal, a mood of resilience is emerging across the Caribbean, with many people saying they are determined to recover and rebuild.

The UK has offered assistance to its territories and other impacted islands to the tune of £62 million ($83 million) to date. The British government is also doubling any UK public donations made to the British Red Cross' Irma and Maria appeals, a pledge which has so far raised more than £2 million.

Prime Minister Theresa May said “no one could fail to be affected by the absolute desperate plight of people in the Caribbean” due to the storms which had “brought devastation” in their wake.

TCI Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson confirmed on Monday that almost 80 per cent of ¬¬homes and critical buildings nationwide had been damaged by Irma.

She said the government was committed to the full restoration of communication, electricity, water and health services.

“Never before has this country seen the level of destruction and devastation as we had seen and still see three weeks later,” she continued, but added: “We will rebuild stronger and safer for the good of our land.”

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TCI sustained 79.6% damage to its critical infrastructure

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE TURKS and Caicos Islands suffered 79.6 percent damage to its housing stock and critical infrastructure during the passage of hurricane Irma.

This damning revelation was made by the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) in its rapid assessment report post hurricane Irma.

Speaking at a media briefing on Thursday, September 28, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson disclosed the broad preliminary findings of the assessment with specific emphasis on the country’s housing stock.

The report concluded that damage across the TCI was similar in nature and related largely to roof damage across three levels and total destruction of homes.

A massive 2,693 of the total 6,382 developments across the territory received level one damage.

Level one damage is categorised

as loss of roof tiles: small sections of roof damage or destroyed windows or doors damage, guttering and eave damage or loss, sections of ceilings soaked, damaged or lost and varying degrees of water intrusion.

The report also showed that 383 homes were totally destroyed or classified as level four damage.

The primary assessment stipulated that out of 6,382 critical buildings and housing, the hardest hit islands were Salt Cay where 100 percent of all the buildings received some level of damage and South Caicos at 99.1 percent where only two homes out of a total of 234 homes did not receive any damage.

The premier said: “Providenciales sustained a higher level of damage than Grand Turk, 79.6 percent and 79.1 percent respectively, North Caicos and Middle Caicos at 70.99 percent and 62.79 percent respectively.”

This means that of Salt Cay’s 30 infrastructural developments all

Ninety percent damage to electrical network in Grand Turk – FortisTCI reports as restoration works continue

BY DELANA ISLES LESS than one month since the passing of hurricane Irma, FortisTCI has restored electricity to nearly 7,000 customers across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

It is currently meeting a system demand of 22MW or 57 percent of the company’s peak demand for electricity.

Damage to the company’s transmission and distribution network - poles, power lines, and transformers - was extensive across all islands.

In some cases, like Grand Turk, the damage sustained was as much as 90 percent, the company reported to the press on Wednesday (October 4).

According to a Government statement issued on September

29: “Turks and Caicos post Irma received 79.6 percent damages to its housing stock and critical buildings across the entire Turks and Caicos Islands.”

FortisTCI has responded to this devastation in a massive way.

The company has deployed more than 200 linemen, planners and support staff, including local employees, the FortisTCI response team, overseas and local contractors to be involved in the restoration of electricity across the territory.

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received some form of damage with five being totally destroyed.

In South Caicos, the second hardest hit, 232 of its 234 developments receive some form of damage with 51 being totally destroyed.

Turning her attention to the level of destruction experienced in Providenciales she pointed out that some 3,438 of 4,319 developments received some degree of damage with 284 being totally decimated.

While in the capital Grand Turk 1,030 of its 1,301 developments received some level of damage with 45 being totally damaged.

She said: “North Caicos: 323 of its 455 received some form of damage with three being totally destroyed and Middle Caicos: 27 of its 43 developments received some form of damages with none being destroyed completely.”

Efforts are being made and supported by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) to engage UNECLAC to determine the

Aerial shots of Providenciales and Grand Turk

A massive 2,693 of the total 6,382 developments across the territory received level one damage

economic loss/impact of the storms in the TCI. Coupled with this, a complete damage assessment for the environment will be done by

coastal engineers and social welfare assessments are currently underway.

CDEMA is the leading reputable disaster agency in the Caribbean of which the TCI is a member state.

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September 9-15, 2017

Building a new Caribbean HAVING experienced two hurricanes at category five, having seen the devastation and been around to feel and understand the inconveniences, to just express it mildly - no water, no electricity or no telecommunication for an extended period.

Lots of time though to think about what happened and who are suffering, and wondering about the future.

Returning to what may be considered ‘normal’ is not an option but rather a mediocratic restoration.

I have seen buildings that remained almost untouched. I have seen buildings without roofs, windows, or doors where residents sat in front of what once was their beloved home, and their complete damaged furniture and belongings in the yard or on the street in front of them.

People not knowing what to do or what may be next. I have seen tremendous piles of sheet metal; pardon my rude English, but I now call it shit metal.

Hurricane preparedness, including having bottled water, batteries, getting any lose items out of the way, etc. is a minimal precaution.

What about buildings and construction? The Caribbean needs a hurricane building code.

It may bring me in the doghouse, but I dare to say that the various individual Caribbean governments are incompetent to establish an appropriate code that focusses on building hurricane resistant structures.

Even if one government would be able to do so, what about the ten plus other countries that have ten plus different viewpoints?

What about the political umbrella organisations handling it?

If you ask me, I have my doubts.

Did I say doghouse? Now, I may be thrown in front of the lions.

Being sceptical or critical is one thing, coming up with a positive suggestion is a different thing. Okay then, here we go….

An independent Caribbean Research and Development Institute for Architecture and Construction should be founded.

The institute should be supported by the insurance and the building industries.

The activities of the institute should be carried out in cooperation with reputable international universities such as for instance the Technical University Delft Netherlands, Technical University Zurich – Switzerland.

No political involvement; an absolutely independent and impartial organisation.

Why the insurance industry?

When it comes to big dollars and cents, whose profits suffered the most after the hurricanes?

They should have a vested interest in any practical and realistic solution that reduces risks; after all, believe it or not, it is a risk adverse industry.

Why the building/construction industry? They should be interested in developing materials and methods that resist any challenging situation.

Their financial support and investment should pay off well for them in return.

Why the international universities? That should not need much explanation. They are reputable and insurance, building/construction industries will trust them.

Any government or political organisation in the region would be foolish to doubt their credibility.

The institute should independently do its research and development to establish a building code for hurricane stealth and resisting construction.

I even suggest it to have a wind

BY CDR BUD SLABBAERT

Cdr Bud Slabbaert is the initiator and coordinator of the annual Caribbean Aviation Meetup conference.

The international results and solution oriented event brings airlift stakeholders from both aviation and tourism industry, as well as government authorities together (www.caribavia.com).

His background is accentuated by business development, strategic communication, and journalism.

tunnel available to test structure models in extreme high wind circumstances.

In addition, the institute should be the preferred independent international organisation that can certify whether design, construction or materials are appropriate.

Therefore, it will have inspectors and adjusters.

Again, no government or political involvement.

The insurance industry from its side might determine that that any new commercial building that is not hurricane certified can only be insured at higher premiums, get limited coverage, or in the worst case it may not be considered at all for insurance coverage.

The building suppliers could proudly show the certificate or seal of approval on their products.

Come to think of it, investors in new projects may also applaud to see a certification.

The mission of the institute is not to police or regulate, but rather be an undertaking to prevent and protect against hurricane damages of an extraordinary proportion that we have seen recently and which actually may return at any time in the future.

It is not the aim to take authority

Customs exemption ends October 31 – Approval not needed for exempt goods RESIDENTS do not require prior written approval from the Collector of Customs for importing goods under the Customs (Import Duty Exemption) Order 2017.

The special order, which expires on October 31, means that importers are not required to request the exemptions, according to the Customs Department.

The department has created a specific customs processing code, which when entered into the system will automatically calculate the customs duty and the

customs processing fee as zero.

Imports require the assistance of a broker to make a declaration on behalf of the importer. This code has been provided to all brokers.

The exception is for imports made by the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, and importations which include only three commodities.

In this case people may visit the Providenciales office to use the front terminal, and some assistance will be provided by an officer.

All other concession requests

will continue to be granted in the prescribed manner.

Should anyone have any questions or concerns, they can contact the department in Providenciales at cmwilliams@ gov.tc or on 245-9205, ldmalcolm@gov.tc or on 3313221 or 231-3221, rggibbs@gov. tc or on 241-4260, jharry@gov.tc or on 244-8049, and drobinson@ gov.tc or on 244-2355.

In Grand Turk contact details are ncgarland@gov.tc or 2417454, ljoutten@gov.tc or 2411941 and dsmith@gov.tc or 2310819.

away from local governments.

Although, it could become a matter of lead, follow, or get out of the way of the institution.

The wisest option for all would be to cooperate with this new credible organisation all the way, and establishing and accepting a positive standard for all.

The institute will inform general audiences about how to protect their dwellings for hurricane impact.

It can do so through publication of documentation, presentations on the media or at locally organised

meetings. As you see, there are many benefits that come out of this solution.

But there is more. The lucky island that will be selected as the location of choice, may now have landed an institute of higher learning that is internationally accredited, affiliated and respected.

Which means new employment in the non-academic segments of the institution on location.

It may mean conferences to be held on the island and an opportunity to develop unique science tourism.

For young people in the region, it may be an option to study an alternative academic direction that they don’t have to go abroad for.

Because it is Caribbean related, it may be an opportunity for them to find well paid employment in the region afterwards or even set up their own specialised business.

The hurricane damage has proven that it all makes sense.

As criticising as I may have been in the beginning, at least I have provided a positive suggestion.

Not telling anyone what to do.

I know what I would do. For all others, just consider it to be food for thought.

We welcome illegal migrants Dear Editor, I have listened to many Islanders be tetchy about the ‘undocumented’ Haitian community receiving UK aid.

As a Facebooker said: “How does the country allow for anyone who is here illegally to build a house?”

If truth be told, I must say it’s is our very own Turks and Caicos Islanders who are allowing this to happen.

Why do they keep coming here if there is no way forward for them, if there is not opportunity, if it is not possible for them to make a livelihood? How do they survive?

They are coming with their entire family, their children are enrolled in our government schools.

Why would they come if there wasn’t a survival means for them?

Think about it, Islanders,

it is sad to say but our own people are selling us out to the illegals.

This is exactly why the illegals keep coming, because of our very own friends, enemies, sisters, brothers, uncles, aunts and cousins.

They are greedy and only think about themselves.

Two hurricanes visited us in one month and almost all our government buildings sustained damage.

The Immigration, Labour, Police Records and Education Department keep selling documents to people. And then we wonder why they are able to build apartments.

So many of them are working illegally on the jobs. It’s our same people who are allowing it to happen!

Regards, Frustrated Islander

September 9-15, 2017

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Caribbean bowed but far from beaten

BY SIR RONALD SANDERS ST JOHN’S, Antigua, Monday September 25, 2017 – I was asked to provide an answer to a question posed by an influential Washingtonbased publication regarding the future of tourism in the Caribbean in the wake of the damage wreaked, in quick succession, by two category five hurricanes.

The question was disturbing. Its inference was that tourism in the Caribbean could be fatally affected by the recent storms and by more frequent and intense of storms in the future, and, further, tourists would now have to consider alternative destinations.

I did not regard the question as idle speculation and I pondered whose interests would be served by spreading the notion that Caribbean tourism has become dangerous.

I provided an answer to the question for the publication. I reproduce below both the question and the answer that I gave.

The question was: “How have recent events (the massive earthquake that toppled buildings and killed many in Mexico City) affected the outlook for tourism in Mexico and elsewhere in the region?

How badly damaged is the Caribbean basin’s tourism infrastructure, and how long will it take to recover?

Will some countries of the region, spared from damage, be able to accommodate more visitors, or will trends see tourists choose entirely different parts of the world to vacation altogether?”

The answer I gave was as follows: “I am unable to speak for Mexico

in this matter, but I would imagine that both the Mexican government and the private sector will act swiftly to correct any impression that the earthquake prohibits the country from welcoming tourists. Tourism to Mexico is not to Mexico City alone.

With regard to the Caribbean, while the tourism infrastructure in some countries in the Caribbean has been damaged by the recent hurricanes, this is not true of the entire area.

Many destinations for both air and sea arrivals are open and functioning normally. The countries that were not impacted by the hurricanes recognise that there will be greater demand and they have taken measures to accommodate this development, such as earlier opening of resorts that had closed for the summer.

Some of them, such as Antigua and Barbuda, have already entered agreements with airlines, cruise ship liners and yachting companies for more calls at their ports.

Several cruise ship lines, such as Royal Caribbean and MSC cruises, have organised their schedules to allow their clients to proceed seamlessly with Caribbean cruises by increasing the number of their berthings at non-affected ports.

Both Caribbean countries and the airlines and cruise ship companies have a vested interest in preserving and promoting the Caribbean. They are already adjusting their marketing campaigns to reflect that reality.

Tourists have the entire world to choose for their holidays, but the Caribbean has a special appeal whose lustre has not been lost because of the damage caused to a

“We must let the world know that the Caribbean is resilient and determined, and remains a little bit of paradise in a war troubled by terrorism, conflicts and disease.”

few destinations. The damage is not permanent and the Caribbean has a record of swift recovery”.

It is important to note that while territories such as the British and US Virgin Islands, Anguilla, French/Dutch St Martin/ St Maarten, Puerto Rico and Dominica were damaged as well as the small island of Barbuda (the other island of the State of Antigua and Barbuda), other Caribbean destinations weathered the storm and are operating normally.

These include Jamaica, St KittsNevis, Antigua, St Lucia, Grenada, St Vincent and the Grenadines, Barbados and Tobago.

The unimpeded operations of these countries and the readiness of their ports and resorts to welcome visitors are messages that their tourism authorities should be broadcasting in the tourist markets

loudly and clearly.

In tourism competition, as in all forms of competition, underhand propaganda that hurts contestants is par for the course. The undermining of challengers for the same prize is subtle, but widespread.

The international media coverage of the awful damage done by hurricanes Irma and Maria help unconscionable contenders to try to grab as much business from the Caribbean as possible.

Few would be privately troubled in their quest to increase their market share and to benefit at the Caribbean’s expense.

Of course, the region wants the international community to recognise the enormous damage that has been done to the gravely affected islands and their peoples.

Rebuilding in these countries will require an international response in

many ways. But, at the same time, the region must also let the world know that damage to some islands in the Caribbean has not closed the area, and the damage is not permanent or irreparable.

Tourism now accounts for at least 60 per cent of the gross domestic product of the Caribbean. Retaining the region’s share of world tourism is vital to economic growth and development and the well-being of the Caribbean people.

We must tell the world that the affected countries – especially those that are not dependencies of the US, Britain, France and the Netherlands – need international help.

But, we must also let the world know that the Caribbean is resilient and determined, and remains a little bit of paradise in a war troubled by terrorism, conflicts and disease.

After hurricanes Irma and Maria ripped through parts of the Caribbean, following basically the same path, there were whispered suggestions that life on these islands was becoming unsustainable, and it might be prudent to abandon them.

That fatalistic notion must never be an option for Caribbean societies.

Caribbean civilization must not be made extinct – not even in part.

Recognising the increased frequency and intensity of hurricanes, Caribbean countries must rebuild damaged infrastructure and property – and construct new ones – at much more resilient standards.

Modern day building materials make the achievement of such standards possible.

The region may be bowed, but is does not have to be beaten.

COMMENTARY

Anxiety and answers TWO hurricanes have departed and everyone affected is suffering from the damage and the anxiety of future storms looming. Maybe soon, maybe later.

Many are looking for answers.

Are these storms messages from God? What is the message?

Perhaps they are the work of the devil.

In the wake of hurricanes Irma and Maria, the public in both the Caribbean and Florida are in the period called ‘the aftermath’.

The disastrous hurricanes are a top media story. This began when hurricane Harvey struck Texas. My Harvey relatives deny any connection with that disaster.

The media loves big stories and coverage goes on and on. We tuned into a South Florida public

BY DAVID TAPFER

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

funded radio broadcast yesterday as they “worked” the aftermath.

A representative from the Caribbean gave the rundown on the damage around the islands - Antigua, Barbuda, St Martin, Dominica and the Virgin Islands.

“Turks and Caicos took a glancing blow and damage was of little consequence,” when they reported Irma’s visit.

In the lead up to storms the voices

warned of a direct hit on the TCI and a 20 foot high storm surge.

Turks and Caicos Islanders and loyal visitors around the world were thirsty for words from the TCI. Our broadcast media is not connected to the world except for input. There has not been a comprehensive report to the world on how we suffered.

Next, on Florida’s public broadcast was an interview with a

global warming expert. The expert denied that global warming was responsible for Harvey, Irma, Jose or Maria.

According to the expert there will not be more frequent hurricanes but the ones that do occur will be stronger.

“It’s the rising sea levels that are affecting the lower lying islands.”

When I put this question to some of our well experienced boatmen a couple of years ago they reported they had noticed lower levels of water, not higher.

Are reefs growing faster than ice caps are melting?

The expert summed up his presentation proclaiming that 20 per cent of the economy of the West Indies will be lost due to the effects of global warming but he could not say why.

One thing is certain, hurricanes

are part of our lives and we must learn to live with them.

We must build our homes extra strong. Use poured concrete not hollow blocks. If blocks are used, fill them!

The roof structure needs to be engineered trusses, securely strapped and connected to the tie beam.

Is it absolutely damage proof?

Of course not - but build it as strong as reasonably possible.

To allow the kind of structures built in Five Cay by the Haitian community is inviting disaster.

We must prepare if we are to survive and prosper.

When I was a boy scout over six decades ago, our motto was: “Be prepared.”

That is the answer! If we prepare, our future anxiety levels will be lower.

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Poorly constructed shack in the Bight, Providenciales

Gov’t to demolish all illegal substandard buildings – Revised building code to be strictly enforced

BY OLIVIA ROSE WITHIN 28 days all illegal substandard homes that could become flying debris during storms and cause further damage to other residences and buildings, will be demolished.

This is according to the Department of Planning which has strongly advised residents to cease any reconstruction or repairs of illegal development across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

A department press release on Wednesday (October 4), said that

over the next 28 days all illegal development will be demolished and the rubble removed to an authorised location.

Along with these stringent measures the Government also urged residents to consult with the department before undertaking any work or repairs on any authorised structures.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, speaking at a recent press conference, adamantly underscored her Government’s intention to fully enforce planning laws.

“We must pay attention to the

issues brought to the forefront and ensure that all efforts are made to eradicate the conditions under which many choose to live or find themselves living,” she said.

“To aid in this, all laws of Turks and Caicos Islands will be fully enforced.”

She affirmed that the planning code will be revised and strictly imposed thereby prohibiting people from building or rebuilding below the standard.

IKE’S LEGACY The premier added: “I should say

that we have not had the level of destruction consistent with a category five - that is because of our building code.”

She further explained that following hurricane Ike the territory modified its antiquated building code to change several building guidelines including the roofing structure.

“You would find that a lot of the Ike homes, not the EU homes but homes that received roofing after Ike, may have just received the level one or level two damages where there is a little tarpaper, shingles or tiles lost because of the tight cap but I can say to you that we will review our code and we will strictly enforce our code.

“We cannot be complacent in allowing people to live in such

dangerous conditions.”

The Premier disclosed that the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) recommended residents use standing seam material for roof construction.

“Those tools alone can strengthen and protect roofs so we would look at all of that because tarpaper and shingle is cheaper not everyone can afford the wooden shingles or the standing seam and we need to put it within people’s reach as well.”

As the country is thrust into full recovery mode, Cartwright Robinson assured the public that resources will be increased to aid in planning, mapping and surveying Crown land.

$250m needed to rebuild TCI – Washington Misick

BY OLIVIA ROSE ABOUT $250 million will be needed to rebuild the battered Turks and Caicos Islands, according to former finance minister Washington Misick In a recent statement the leader of the opposition chided the Government for not releasing its own cost estimate for damages sustained following the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria.

And he chastised Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson’s administration for not quickly formulating a viable recovery plan for the territory.

Although the Government has not yet counted the cost of the damages sustained, a rapid assessment report

has been conducted to ascertain the level of damage to each island.

Misick, in an audio statement released on Saturday, September 23, urged the Government to take a proactive approach towards financing the rebuilding process.

He also called on officials to ensure that amicable measures are in place to support employees who have been without work.

“Ensure those who face temporary and long term unemployment are supported possibly by large employers using business disruption insurance proceeds to support their employees,” Misick said.

“Along with a humane programme to remove illegal, sub-standard and dangerous housing and replacing

Former Finance Minister and Leader of the Opposition Washington Misick

them with adequate housing in safe communities.

“Initially however the Government must provide a fully funded roof rebuild programme for the most vulnerable.”

He suggested that measures should be taken to avoid abuse by some unscrupulous contractors who may take advantage of the public’s plight.

The Government should extend the contractors register to guarantee timely execution of work and local community involvement in the reconstruction process, he said.

Completely destroyed. A view of a building in Grand Turk in the aftermath of Irma

Misick argued that the country is in a better financial position than it was back in 2008 when hurricane Ike wreaked havoc on Grand Turk and South Caicos.

He stressed that the current duty free concession on building supplies should be extended for a six month period to facilitate the imperative rebuilding process.

Misick, in his statement, decried the current system which he said impinges the authority of the finance ministry and will stall the creation of important recovery plans for the nation.

The opposition leader said the TCI’s aptitude to rebuild after natural disasters should be of paramount importance to the Government when formulating policies.

He further proposed that since the initial response period is over, there is no practical reason to continue the state of emergency for Grand Turk, Salt Cay and South Caicos.

Those parts of the country should be declared disaster areas, he said, and advised the Government to immediately establish disaster recovery wards.

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A golden opportunity to rebuild TCI stronger – Premier

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE PASSAGE of two major hurricanes has given the Turks and Caicos Islands a golden opportunity to rebuild its infrastructure sounder than before, according to the premier.

Four weeks after Irma and Maria wreaked havoc on the territory, thousands of people are now picking up the pieces and gearing their energy towards recovering.

Finding the silver-lining in a dismal situation, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson at a recent press conference has vowed to use every resource available to restore the TCI to its former glory.

She said that while the road ahead is undeniably a challenging one, it presents many opportunities that will boost the country’s robust economy.

The premier stressed that the restoration process requires an “all hands on deck” approach and a greater level of unity.

“The one thing that ought to bind us together in our efforts is love for country,” she said.

“We have a golden opportunity to improve our housing stock to avoid this level of damage again.

“We have a golden opportunity to have many unemployed, employed in the short to long term.

“We have a golden opportunity to create new business opportunities in the provision of accommodation like affordable housing and apartment projects which my Government will look favourably at.”

Cartwright Robinson acknowledged the recent natural disasters as an experience that will be remembered in the territory for a long time to come.

“No one knows of anytime in recent TCI’s history that these Islands have had two hurricanes back to back or of having a category

Lieutenant Colonel, Commanding Officer Tom Salberg accompanies Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and Deputy Governor Anya Williams as they head to the Royal Navy ship moored off the coast of Grand Turk

five hit every island.

“Never before has this country seen the level of destruction and devastation as we had seen and still see three weeks later.

“From island to island, Irma left a trail of destruction taking off roofs, shutting down communication and electricity and I believe that even as many continue to live without proper shelter, electricity and other basic essentials, I know that from island to island we will rebuild stronger and safer for the good of our land.”

She maintained that the Government is in tune with the needs of the people.

“And though we anticipate a major loss in revenue, we thought it best to waive duties on a list of relief items.

“My Government remains committed to the civil service and

have revisited our position on the payment of the half salary advanced before Irma and due for repayment end of October.

“We have also spent a considerable amount of monies in relief efforts and have in food stock alone, outside of food for shelters, have spent approximately $109,000 for relief items and this does not include the shipping and associated costs.

“Each island, Grand Turk, South Caicos, North and Middle Caicos and Salt Cay, received no fewer than two shipments from Providenciales of relief from TCIG.” A report was submitted to the House of Assembly on Monday (October 2) detailing the amount spent and the value of the concessions waived, as well as the relief received through humanitarian efforts.

CHALLENGES The devastation caused by the two major hurricanes has impelled the Government to invest in reconstructing more resilient infrastructure across the islands.

Cartwright Robinson said: “As I travelled up and down this island chain and saw the level of despair on the faces of my people, I was encouraged by the fact that as long as there is life there is hope.

“I am further encouraged by the fact that we, as a people, have a meaningful task ahead of us as rebuilders of a new Turks and Caicos Islands.”

She said the immediate outpouring of international and regional support was heart-warming.

“The unity with our brothers and sisters in the world was overwhelming and the prayers and

encouragement especially locally to us as a relatively new Government certainly gave wind beneath our wings.”

The administration continues to rely on the expertise of Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) and other lead agencies but will ensure that there is community involvement in the process, the premier added.

As the Government continues to grapple with a myriad of aftermath challenges the largest challenge identified is housing and shelter for many displaced residents.

In this regard social services are currently conducting assessments to determine a way forward in each case.

Coupled with this, the increase of indiscriminate dumping has posed a serious debris management issue for the Government.

“The challenge for removal from yards and roadsides to the challenge of management of the waste and disposal sites is equally taxing.

“Our aim as a Government is to manage our debris in a modern and effective manner.”

The premier said that Irma left a trail of damage to Government buildings including schools with increasing reports of mould infestations.

“We are keen to restore all services at their respective locations where possible and to get our children back into school but not at the risk of health and safety.

“The shortage of affordable and housing generally is a real and present challenge. There is a need for a housing department and policy in this recovery process.

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Ninety percent damage to electrical network ... to obtain the necessary resources to restore the remainder of all services as quickly as possible.

A chartered barge delivering an additional 27 trucks, trailers and utility equipment was expected to arrive in Grand Turk on Wednesday to further assist the restoration efforts.

FortisTCI president and CEO Eddinton Powell said: “With the support of our parent company, our approach is to concentrate resources on all islands. Our plan is to rebuild fast and build smart.

“The company’s investments in infrastructure over the past 10 years has enabled them to restore electricity to approximately 50

percent of its total customer-base in less than a month.

“This is an extraordinary achievement, given the scale of the devastation.”

Powell also noted that the support of the Government and statutory agencies has been invaluable, with everyone working together.

A restoration schedule for Providenciales, subject to change, is now available for customers.

It is expected that a similar plan will soon be issued for Grand Turk and South Caicos by October 13.

Each schedule accounts for the restoration of service to about 75 percent of customers in all areas.

The other 25 percent of customers may have additional damage to their service equipment that will need further investigation.

The utility company further reports that the process of restoring electricity begins with getting power to essential services such as hospitals, water plants, and airports.

Then crews are working on repairing and restoring main power lines that will provide electricity to large groups of customers.

Following this, the focus will move to restoring smaller service lines that feed particular streets and cul-de-sacs from the main power

lines.

Finally, the crews will address individual customers with damage or disruptions affecting their particular service.

As restoration of electricity service continues across the TCI, the company is reminding its customers to turn off breakers, unplug appliances and equipment and turn off wall switches.

Customers are also encouraged to consult a licensed electrician before undertaking any electrical repairs.

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repairs and have an inspection completed by the Government’s Planning Department.

They will then need to provide FortisTCI with written approval from the Planning Department stating that service can be connected.

Customers still experiencing an interruption in areas where service has been fully restored, and all necessary checks have been completed with an electrician, can contact the FortisTCI customer call centre to report the outage.

The call centre can be reached by dialling 946-4313 and is open from Monday to Saturday from 8.30am to 5pm.

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Governor John Freeman and other government officials during last Sunday’s visit to the HMS Ocean

Some 500 bags of relief supplies were distributed to Grand Turk residents

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson climbs up, ready to help the soldiers take care of business

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson drives some of the relief items into its designated area

Royal Navy brings supplies to aid TCI’s recovery

BY DELANA ISLES ON SUNDAY (October 1) the TCI media joined the Governor, Deputy Governor, Premier and several other government officials for a tour of the Royal Navy’s HMS Ocean ship moored just miles off the coast of Grand Turk.

The vessel was deployed to assist the United Kingdom’s Caribbean overseas territories following the passage of Irma.

It arrived in the Turks and Caicos Islands on September 30, with crew members that were deployed across the family islands to assist in the recovery efforts following the two major hurricanes.

The vessel, which travelled to the TCI from Dominica, brought humanitarian assistance with a disaster team.

Prior to the visit to the ship, the media was given a first-hand view of the relief efforts being conducted in Grand Turk and items brought over by the vessel for disbursement to the many displaced families and individuals.

Among the many items that were distributed were some 500 bags of home and personal care items.

Deputy Governor Anya Williams told the Weekly News that designated officers were set to go door to door

in each area to distribute the bags to people who had indicated their need.

The areas included Overback Road, North and South Backsalina.

Each bag contained at least one package of rice, cereal, one canned good tuna or corn beef, a cleaning product, also toilet paper, baby and feminine products among several other things.

“We go into districts so there’s no segregation as to who is to receive with the exception of the list of senior citizens of 110 persons that were provided to the Social Development Department, there’s preference for that and then the rest is just open to the community,” the Deputy Governor said.

She stated that in terms of the others supplies that have been delivered by HMS Ocean – the building supplies and other such items, those are going to be distributed based on the detailed assessments that have been carried out.

“So, persons with level four destruction, their homes that have completely destroyed, giving them a few pieces of plywood is not going to get them back home.

“But for some of the persons with category two destruction, those who have medium to minor issues and repair and so on, that can be an assistance for them.

“Those persons are on the list for distribution of those items.”

Major Alex Nixon, speaking with the media on Sunday, recounted his troop’s efforts since their arrival in the TCI weeks ago.

“Since arrived, they (Government) have set some clear priorities, things they would like us to do things they would like us to achieve, and actually what it has allowed me to do – the 50 people I have had here and 80 at some point [Grand Turk], and the 20 people that have been on South Caicos, they have had a really good effect on the community over the last three weeks.”

Nixon noted that he and his troops have built a good relationship with the local Governor and the Deputy Governor, allowing them to assist before Maria, working on the shelters, helping the Red Cross, working alongside government agencies and making sure the Islands were in as good a place as they could be before the storm.

“Since then we have really worked hard to prepare other buildings so that they can be reopened- the Premier’s office, the lands division, the former publishing house, all of these iconic buildings in the island, so the country can get back to normal.

“Most of the work at the shelters is to help the people who are most

in need. Already that has been really rewarding for the guys and we are really pleased that we have been able to do that.”

On South Caicos he recalled that they had a really rewarding time, focusing mainly on repairing homes, repairing key buildings, getting water

supplies back up and running, all of which has helped significantly in returning the country to a better state.

“I just want to say thanks very much to everyone in Turks and Caicos for the way they treated us and received us. It’s been great,” Nixon said.

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area through attractive packaging to come.”

Among other difficulties is the anticipated loss in revenue for businesses.

The premier stressed that the Government is committed to doing everything within its power to get the economy going.

She said: “One of our greatest challenges is maintaining our strong TCI brand and I wish to publicly thank His Excellency who made intervention the same night following our

representation on our behalf concerning the UK Travel Advisory against TCI. “The message that we send as a country determines equally whether tourists continue to come, return or shun us.

“I can only ask that we use our social media accounts responsibly as we all have a role to play.”

A National Recovery Plan with a Recovery Task Force will be established in the near future to guide the Government’s priorities and efforts.

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Gov’t urged to suspend this year’s GSAT exams

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE GOVERNMENT has been urged to suspend the Grade Six Achievement Test (GSAT) due to the disruption of the new school term.

This call was made by former education minister Akierra Missick in a statement issued on Wednesday, September 27.

She reasoned that the slow start to the beginning of the new school term will not capture a true assessment of the students transitioning to high school.

“Hurricane Irma and Maria were traumatic experiences and with delays of having students return to school there will be deficiencies in their learning,” she said.

Missick suggested that risking students repeating grade six because they do not pass the GSAT in this academic year, will further complicate matters and will affect student placement numbers for the next two academic years.

“Grade six teachers should be provided with another mechanism to assess their students’ transition to high school for the 2018-2019 academic school year,” she said.

Missick added that $4,000,000 budgeted in this financial year should be used to repair all primary schools in the TCI which were affected, and in some instances expand them where they can be expanded.

“It would make very little economic sense to now construct a fourth primary school when there are 10 in serious disarray,” she said.

Schools under repair following hurricanes Irma and Maria Former education minister Akierra Missick

The country`s former deputy premier further called on the Government to conduct a detailed assessment of all teachers’ homes.

“Especially those teachers who may have suffered severe loss or are displaced, be housed quickly.”

Missick suggested the Government work intimately with the ‘Food for Thought’ charity, as many students may face nutrition deficiencies when they return to school.

She added that special attention must be given to fourth and fifth form students as the Caribbean Examination Council (CXC) has not issued a notice indicating a suspension of the January exams.

“As the former minister of education and deputy premier of the TCI, it is my profound belief that we must return our children

to school sooner rather than later,” she said.

“Having had an opportunity to read the minister of education’s press release, like many parents I am concerned that there seems to be no contingency plan communicated to parents for the country’s public school children.”

Concerns were raised that the schools damaged were not properly assessed and repairs quantified within the week after the passage of hurricane Irma.

“While we empathise with the Ministry of Education, we know the patience of our parents is waning, and even our teachers are ready to get back in to the classroom and to some semblance of normalcy as soon as possible.”

REPAIRS A PRIORITY At a post hurricane press conference on Thursday, September 28, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson said the ministry has prioritised repairs

for damaged schools across the territory.

She said that there is a problem with mould which will be addressed as a priority along with deep cleaning the facilities.

“On behalf of this Government I will say, fourth and fifth formers and sixth graders will take priority.

“We had an interesting enough an offer from Gibraltar to take some of our students as well.

“As we continue our inspections, which of course were stopped

by Maria, we are discovering the inability to use more rooms and we will do what we can to house our children safely and get them back in school.”

Speaking on the proposal to shelve the GSAT exams for this year, the Premier said at the moment there are no definitive plans to suspend the examinations.

“I’m not aware of any ideas to get rid of GSAT this year; it is totally controlled by us.

“We can shorten the curriculum and we can therefore then tailor it to the teaching hours and what they would have been exposed to.

“That is not really a major concern for me because that is a local decision whether we go ahead with it, with a reduced curriculum or we don’t have it at all.

“My concern is the CXC which we can’t control and that is a primary focus for us.”

Twelve out of 14 of the public schools throughout the TCI sustained damage during the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria, which has affected about 4,014 students.

The Government has since engaged the services of local and overseas contractors to conduct a thorough assessment of schools nationwide in an effort to ascertain the degree of damage.

Given the scope of destruction to the Oseta Jolly and Eliza Simons Primary Schools, students will be temporarily relocated.

Ministers report to Cabinet on post hurricanes efforts ON WEDNESDAY, September 27, Cabinet met for the first time since the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Chairing that meeting at which all ministers of Government were present, was Governor John Freeman.

They met at the Hilly Ewing Building in Providenciales, during which time several reports on the country’s hurricane recovery efforts were presented to members by the various ministers and the Deputy Governor.

The Minister of Home Affairs

provided a complete list of the relief distributed, shelter reports and reported on the CDEMA Rapid Assessment Report.

The Minister of Health’s report placed particular emphasis on management of liquid and solid waste, vector control programme, NHIP expenditure, primary health care services and inventory. The minister also confirmed that there were no new cases of zika or other mosquito borne illnesses.

The Minister of Infrastructure provided a complete report on government buildings damaged,

displaced government offices both rented or owned, and reported on the North and Middle Caicos causeway.

The Minister of Education reported on schools across the Islands and proposal for reopening.

The Minister of Tourism reported on the marketing strategies, resort closures and opening dates of hotels.

The Minister of Border Control and Labour provided Cabinet with a report on the restoration of critical immigration services.

Premier Sharlene Cartwright

Robinson reported on the concessions given through DDME application and Hurricane Expenditure Report.

She also provided an update on the critical needs on all islands.

The Deputy Governor provided an update and informed Cabinet on the resumption of government services, noting that the Government will be operating on reduced working hours from 9am to 3pm until further notice.

The Governor provided an update on the state of the Governor’s residence, office and the state of the police headquarters.

Cabinet also received a report

on the Department of Planning Action Plan from the Minister of Infrastructure.

Additionally, a report was also received from the Attorney General on the condition of their offices, the courts and the department of public prosecutions.

During the meeting, Cabinet members noted that the national recovery plan is in draft form and will be presented to the body for approval.

An agreement was made to consider and decide on the plan at the next meeting.

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TCI unites for post hurricane clean-up

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE CORPORATE community along with residents have participated in a clean-up campaign for the communities that were most greatly affected by hurricane Irma.

The hurricane which made landfall in the TCI as a category five almost a month ago, caused severe damage to areas of Providenciales such as Kew Town, Blue Hills and Five Cays.

The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) along with the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) and the Chamber of Commerce collaborated with residents last week to conduct the clean-up.

Executive director of the TCHTA, Stacy Cox, said she was thrilled to see residents coming together for such a great cause.

“We have seen major outreach in every community that we have initiated the clean-up campaign.

From Five Cays to Kew Town and

we are ending here in Blue Hills.

“You can see a diversity of residents who all showed up. It is really heartwarming and it goes to show that if we can do this one time, there is a huge opportunity to do this time and time again, in an effort to keep our communities clean.”

Managing director of NW Hamilton Insurance, Norman Hamilton, was present at the cleanup and gave brief remarks, stating that he was happy to be able to give back to the TCI. “I am happy to be out here. We have been here from 6am with my team from Norman Hamilton Insurance and we even have one of the executives from one of the companies that we represent who has been present in the TCI helping the insurance pay claims for the last two weeks…

“It makes my heart come full because I always believe that we are a better country when we all come together under the same goal.

“I think that this hurricane has

brought out the very best in all of us, regardless of where we were born, race or colour…

“It has brought out the best in all of us. We have come together to help each other,” he said.

Barbara Anderson-Thomas, training manager at Graceway supermarkets, said that she believes that it is every organisation’s social responsibility to assist their community in whichever way they can.

She said: “[We should come together], not only when there is a hurricane or a natural disaster.

“So, I would like to encourage every organisation to see how they can make an impact and help make things better for all of us in the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

Governor John Freeman commented on the initiative, stating that he is pleased to see TCI residents so eager to bounce back after the storm.

He said: “I have been going around from just after 7am this morning and it is great to see people prepared in

Businesses and residents come together to clean up the TCI

their own communities and in a way even more, people from outside their own immediate community coming to try and help others.”

Goldray Ewing, representative for the Blue Hills community

and Minister of Infrastructure, commended volunteers for their efforts.

Volunteers were treated to a hot meal prepared by the TCI Culinary Team after their hard work.

Lieutenant Colonel Tom Salberg gifts John Smith, CEO of TCI Airports Authority, with a UK Commando dagger

The group at the evening ceremony

UK military presents Airports Authority with Commando dagger DURING the 75 hours they have flown throughout the TCI, the United Kingdom’s military helicopters have moved 231 people, one dog, and 90 tonnes of aid.

On Monday (October 2) the crew said goodbye during an evening ceremony held in front of one of the British military’s helicopters stationed at Providenciales

International Airport (PLS).

During the brief ceremony, Governor John Freeman thanked Wing Commander Phil Wadlow for the work he and his men had carried out moving people, stores and supplies.

Wing Commander Wadlow in turn thanked TCI Airport Authority’s CEO John Smith for his generous assistance, and the vital use of the

airport.

“It was an honour to come out here and be able to help. We would not have been able to get anything done without the very generous use of the airport and facilities here, which have been absolutely fantastic,” Wg Cmdr Wadlow said.

He was followed in thanking Smith by Lieutenant Colonel Tom

Salberg, who was based at the airport during the post-hurricane relief effort.

Lt Col Salberg took the opportunity to present Smith with a ceremonial Commando dagger, an emblem of 3 Commando Brigade, of which Lt Col Salberg’s men are part.

He stated: “It’s been a privilege to work side by side with the TCI

people to help the relief effort after the recent hurricanes.

“The airport has been a vital location for us and we wanted to say our thanks before my team leaves TCI, and is replaced by a smaller team of specialists who can help with longer term recovery.”

He added: “This dagger is a small, and sharp, symbol of our thanks.”

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Local pastor dies preparing for hurricane Maria

BY DAISY HANDFIELD JOSEPH Higgs, a local pastor, fell to his death as he prepared his family home in the Bight, Providenciales, for hurricane Maria.

The 66-year-old contractor and businessman from North Caicos was putting up storm shutters when he lost his balance and fell.

The pastor was found by his wife, also a pastor and wellknown cook, Karen Higgs.

Hurricane Maria was the second major hurricane to hit the TCI in September and the strongest storm to hit the United States territory of Puerto Rico in nearly 90 years.

Maria struck the Turks and

Pastor Joseph Higgs

Caicos Islands on September 23, with winds up to 125mph - it continued on its path to roll off the east coast of the United States.

Fortunately there was no loss of life in the Turks and Caicos Islands during the storm and minimal damage to already weakened structures from hurricane Irma.

Schools reopen in North Caicos FIFTH form students from Raymond Gardiner High School began classes at the Sunday School Hall of the Providence Baptist Church in Whitby, North Caicos on Wednesday (October 4).

According to a statement from the Ministry of Education, this will continue until further notice.

Students in grades four, five and six at Adelaide Oemler Primary

School commenced classes at C Hubert James Primary School in Kew, North Caicos, also on Wednesday.

Transport arrangements have been made to take the children to the temporary facilities.

The ministry will issue another statement in the coming days to detail plans for students of TCI’s other government schools.

Road Safety Department temporarily relocated MOTORISTS and the general public are advised that the Road Safety Department in Providenciales has been temporarily relocated.

It is now based at t‎ he offices of the Department of Disaster Management and Emergency (DDME) located off Leeward Highway, behind the Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church.

The services being offered are limited and include the issue of

receipts for renewal of drivers’ licences and registration of vehicles.

All other services are unavailable until the entire department is relocated to a designated location.

Services will be available between the hours of 10am and 2pm, from Monday to Friday.

Vehicle inspections resumed on Wednesday (September 27) at 10am to 3pm at the mechanical workshop.

Service providers discuss future of industry TOURISM service providers met with Government officials recently to discuss the upcoming tourist season.

On September 28, Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs led a meeting on the current state of affairs following hurricanes Irma and Maria.

He was joined by staff from his ministry and members of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA).

Higgs told the gathering: “After several meetings with the TCHTA and the accommodation section I thought it timely to hold a meeting

with the tour, water sports and taxi service providers in the sector, as they too play an integral part in the tourism product that the TCI offers.

“It is important to hear where they are with regard to their preparations as they make themselves ready for the upcoming tourist season.”

The gathered service providers stressed the importance of having their views passed onto relevant Government bodies to encourage further assistance.

A similar meeting was hosted on Grand Turk on Wednesday (October 4).

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FortisTCI reports no serious damage from Maria AFTER hurricane Irma took out sections of TCI’s power grid, FortisTCI crews have been working around the clock to restore electricity to residents of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

This week the utility firm announced that no further major damage to the electricity infrastructure was caused as a result of hurricane Maria.

The company reported that the only minor outages occurred during the passing of the storm to just a few of the nearly 4,000 customers whose electricity was restored following Irma.

On Saturday, September 23, after the ‘all clear’ was issued by the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME), FortisTCI local crews resumed restoration of services, which had been temporarily suspended to prepare for Maria

Sixty members of the Fortis team visiting from Canada and Grand Cayman returned to Providenciales to join the local crews across the islands the next day.

The additional crews will assist with repairing and rebuilding the transmission and distribution infrastructure in areas that are severely damaged or destroyed.

President and CEO Eddinton Powell said: “Our transmission and distribution systems across the islands suffered considerable damage as a result of hurricane Irma and, unlike some of our Caribbean neighbours, the TCI was fortunate to have experienced minimal impact from hurricane Maria, which has allowed the company to resume restoration very quickly.”

He said that full recovery will take “some time” due to the extensive damage caused by hurricane Irma.

“It is important that we build

and repair the system fast, and it is equally important that we build and repair the system to be strong and resilient,” he said.

As of Wednesday, September 27, the Providenciales and North Caicos offices were reopened to the public during regular business hours.

The Grand Turk and South Caicos offices were reopened this past week.

The company also reported that in order to assist customers affected in the aftermath of the hurricanes, they are waiving account penalties from September 7 to November 30.

A statement from the company added that the electricity system will remain stressed and susceptible to failures from hurricane-damaged equipment and components for some time even as work is ongoing to rebuild the system.

“As such, patience is appreciated as they work to rebuild,” it read.

No zika, chikungunya or dengue outbreak, says Premier

BY OLIVIA ROSE THERE are no new confirmed cases of any mosquito borne disease in the Turks and Caicos Islands, according to Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson.

At a recent press conference she debunked rumours of zika, chikungunya and dengue fever outbreaks following the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria.

On Thursday, September 21, at the Hilly Ewing building in Providenciales the premier stressed that the Ministry of Health is continuing to monitor the situation.

“There is absolutely no new cases reported of zika, chikungunya, dengue fever, norovirus, nothing of that sort and we thank God that we have none,” she said.

“We are managing the health issues, the health team has since been moving around the islands.”

She emphasised that the Environmental Health Department has an adequate supply of fogging materials and is working assiduously to ensure the country remains zika free.

Since the Ministry of Health ramped up zika prevention programmes across the Turks and Caicos Islands no new cases of the infection have surfaced since September 2016.

The Government has crafted a vigorous action plan to deal with households where zika infection has been confirmed to combat further

Since the Ministry of Health ramped up zika prevention programmes across the Turks and Caicos Islands no new cases of the infection have surfaced since September 2016.

spread.

Funding to the tune of $500,000 has recently been approved to help towards the management of zika in the TCI. The Environmental Health Department continues to conduct premises inspections, school visits, swamp monitoring and fogging activities.

The Government advises residents to keep their premises and surroundings clean, as waste which is not properly disposed of can collect water and become mosquito

breeding sites.

Zika is a viral illness, which is spread by the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti mosquito. This mosquito is found in the TCI. Most peoples with zika are not aware that they have the illness as they may not have any symptoms.

Symptoms can include skin rash, mild fever, conjunctivitis (also known as pink eye), muscle or joint pain, and general malaise.

There is no specific medication to treat zika and there are currently no vaccines to prevent the illness.

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Emotional hurricanes: The true struggle

AS THE forces of Irma and Maria dissipate, many of us are left with the aftermath and destruction that such disasters leave behind in their wake.

As we weave through streets covered in sand, littered with downed electrical poles, wood and roofs from homes, and businesses blanket the soil and as we face the hottest month in the year without power, many of us may now realise that though we survived the physical hurricanes, we have yet to navigate the emotional and financial hurricane we now are faced with.

As we continue on with our recovery from such turmoil, here are five ways we can ensure progress, healing, and a sense of community during this time.

Stay active - Many of us have experienced some degree of loss when it comes to our personal belongings from hurricane Irma and Maria.

Many of us have felt anger, frustration, sadness, and even anxiety over how such damage can be fixed, belongings replaced, and life to resume as normal.

According to Deborah Serani Psy D who lives with and specialises in depression, when we become depressed after a traumatic event or are dealing with disaster stress, staying still and idle is never the answer.

Instead, stay active and try to resume your normal routine as much as possible.

Moreover, volunteer within the community whether it be the Red Cross, Salvation Army, or simply in your backyard with your neighbours within your surroundings.

Staying active and being a part of a positive process reduces the level of depression and stress as change is being made in light of the disaster.

Our response to disaster is normal - Whether we release stress through yelling, slamming things, complaining, or crying, remember that the response itself is normal when faced with the aftermath of a

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

disaster.

Remember that everyone in some way or form is going through this as well.

Moreover, explain to your children especially that this is a time where their loved ones, classmates, and even acquaintances may emotionally respond in ways they are not used to.

This can increase their understanding of such situations and also build levels of resilience during the aftermath of natural disasters such as hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Recovery is a marathon, not a

sprint - In the days after a devastating natural event, the outpouring of support and aid is palpable.

We all begin to take stock of our lives, as well as check on the lives and well-being of others.

The news covers the hurricane damage that permeates the region and the level of support gained from organisations such as Red Cross and Salvation Army is incredible.

However, once the cameras turn off, and a few weeks have passed, many are still rebuilding their lives after the hurricane.

By Brigida Walkin M.S

According to Caroline SweattEldredge, LPC, recovery, and healing take time especially with our emotions which are typically two steps behind circumstances.

Remember that recovery takes time and it will come.

Don’t be afraid to ask for help Sometimes it can be difficult asking for help when we can see others are struggling more.

Regardless, do not be afraid to ask for help if you are in need of something whether it’s as big as

removing roofs from yards, or as simple as water and ice for some feeling of relief during the hot summer days.

When we go through difficult things with others, we may be surprised by the level of compassion and empathy that can come from such experiences.

Even if it means simply talking about the experience of the hurricane is a form of care and support that many of us may need in addition to social media expression.

According to John A Call, PhD, JD, A simply talking about it and expressing your emotions begins the healing process of the mind and body during times of crisis.

We are in this together - No one has gone through hurricanes Irma and Maria unaffected. The young with the old, the rich, the middle class and less fortunate, are all going through struggles.

We are standing in the same queue for ice, we are all repairing damages to our homes, and we all are in some ways trying to maintain levels of communication with our loved ones.

None of us are alone in the struggle.

When it comes to any form of crisis, it is in these moments where we find our true strength, true support systems, and true resilience.

As mentioned before we are all in this together and so helping one another, encouraging others and even ourselves is important if true healing and recovery can become long-term, months and even years after a natural disaster.

Remember that time erodes all such things that are not important, materialistic, and meaningless to our lives as we are reminded of the important things in life such as family, love, and true support.

It can take two days, two weeks or two years, but as we rebuild and remember the things that truly matter in life, we are able to move forward regardless of the pace and withstand whatever life throws at us, including hurricanes.

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DECR conducts camp for displaced children

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE DEPARTMENT of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) has arranged a children’s camp for students who were displaced due to damage to schools after hurricane Irma.

As of last week, children between the ages of seven and 17 were welcomed to the DECR’s headquarters in Providenciales to take part in a list of activities.

Government schools in Providenciales and Grand Turk sustained severe damage from the hurricane, which struck the territory as a category five storm.

Environment outreach coordinator for DECR, Amy Avenant, explained that the motive behind the camp is to keep the children as occupied as possible.

She said: “We are going to try and help our environmental neighbours, in other words, our birds, our beach and our fish. We will see what we can do for those little creatures.”

Through the camp children will have the opportunity to help the territory return to its normal state even faster, according to Avenant.

“By giving back to the children, essentially what we want to do is let them know that they are not just victims and that they have the power to help others.

“They also have the power to help other creatures of this earth,” she said.

An online article, on www. newtimes.co.rw, states that a long study break is more likely to cause students to forget what they have been learning.

The article added that with the movies and video games, children slip away from study habits and become languid from so much time not working.

It explained that this is more damaging, especially to students who need extra support that they cannot find outside of school.

Teacher at the British West Indies Collegiate, Niclair Russell, said that no matter what children do or where they are, parents or guardians should always try to find learning opportunities for them.

She said: “It does not have to be anything strenuous, but something to kind of keep their minds active.

“A lot of the skills and the information that they learnt already; keep it current in their minds.

“Given now that a lot of the students are displaced because schools are not opened, it is very important that the students are doing some sort of stimulating activity; some sort of enrichment activity.”

GARDENING 

Police record office reopens

BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE POLICE record office in Providenciales has reopened after it was temporarily closed due to damage caused to the police headquarters IT system during hurricane Irma.

A number of residents have been forced to postpone and even cancel their travel arrangements to the United States due to a mandatory requirement to have police record at hand to enter the US when travelling with a Turks and Caicos Islands passport.

A police press statement was issued late last week stating that the police record office would be opened, but specifically for emergency cases, including travel within a two week period and for work permit applications.

Applicants will have to prove by way of an airline ticket or other document that the police record is required within the 14 days period.

Due to the restricted service, applications will take seven working days, including the day of application, to process.

Police records that were applied for prior to hurricane Irma for

HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW

Cleaning up after hurricanes HAS your yard and garden taken a beating from the recent hurricanes?

After a tropical storm or a hurricane gardens are often a mess.

In addition to ruined personal property, hurricanes scatter construction materials, damage buildings, leave seaweed on the beach, deposit sediment and level trees and shrubs.

Getting rid of all this debris can place a burden on homeowners as well as the communities where we live.

What can you do in the aftermath of a big storm? Plenty. Check out these top three tips for post-hurricane yard clean up: Tip 1: Check your trees, lawn and shrubs for storm damage. Note fallen trees, limbs and branches in a notebook so that you can easily report these items to your landscape specialist as needed.

Pay particular attention to which trees or shrubs were adversely affected. It may be that you’ll need to rethink the placement of these trees and shrubs in the future, or enhance

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your wind barriers and drainage systems in the future.

Tip 2: Check your drainage systems, curbs, gutters, and storm drains for water, leaves, mud and other lawn debris. These systems can sustain damage as well during a big storm.

Ask yourself several questions.

Where does water tend to pool or puddle? Where do leaves collect?

What’s working and what’s not?

Follow up with flood and drainage specialists as needed. Or, get the shovel ready to redirect water flow or clear drains as warranted.

Tip 3: Remove sticks, stones and leaves from the lawn and garden.

The days following a storm are excellent times to remove all debris that’s collected or fallen during the course of a tropical storm or hurricane.

Clearing your yard will help the sun and wind dry your water clogged lawn and garden areas a little faster than if you let the elements take care of this debris on their own.

Debris piles are dangerous. Here are safety guidelines for removing

harmful debris from homes, yards and roadways: Do not place debris on or near fire hydrants, utility boxes or gas meters. Dangerous gases could escape if utility boxes or gas meters are damaged during debris removal.

Keep children away from debris piles. They can be full of broken items, glass, nails, and other sharp objects.

Children could easily be injured playing in, around, or on these mounds of debris. The piles may also contain rodents, snakes or bugs.

Do not allow children near equipment and debris removal operations. Inquisitive children could be standing or playing in the equipment operator’s blind spot and may not be seen when equipment and trucks move.

Keep all open flames and lit cigarettes clear of debris piles.

The piles often contain flammable materials.

Drive carefully if you’re behind a debris removal truck. Leave a safe distance between your car and the

Acting Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting

applicants with last names beginning with A to M were available for pickup from Tuesday (October 3).

While those whose with last names from N to Z could pick up their records on Thursday (October 5).

Acting Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting said that he was pleased that the police record office reopened.

He said: “Due to damages to our

IT infrastructure caused by hurricane Irma, we have faced significant challenges in getting the police record office up and running.

“I am aware of the frustration and difficulties that has caused the community and the recovery of the service has remained a priority for us.

“I am grateful for the patience and the support the community have given us.”

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You may be able to recycle some of the stuff that the storm left behind, For example: Green waste, such as trees and shrubs, can be recycled into organic material, such as compost or mulch.

Concrete and asphalt can be

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Brick can be sold for reuse or ground for use in landscaping applications.

Dirt can be used as landfill cover or mixed into topsoil.

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Bahamas: Gibson’s case heads to Supreme Court THE number of bribery and extortion related charges against former Labour and National Insurance Minister Shane Gibson has decreased to 31, though the amount he is alleged to have solicited from Jonathan Ash remains the same, according to Crown prosecutors.

Prosecutor Terry Archer, in presenting the Crown’s voluntary bill of indictment (VBI) against the former PLP Cabinet minister, said Gibson now faces the following charges in total: 15 counts of bribery and extortion each and one count of misconduct in public office. He formerly faced 39 charges.

It is alleged Gibson, between January 2 and April 30, 2017, concerned with another, extorted $250,000 from Mr Ash. As it relates to the bribery charges, it is alleged Gibson solicited more than $250,000 from Mr Ash between February 2 and March 30, 2017.

As Gibson stood before Acting Deputy Chief Magistrate Subusola Swain yesterday morning, one of his attorneys, Wayne Munroe, QC, informed the magistrate of his client’s difficulty in filing a notice of alibi.

Mr Munroe submitted the Crown’s allegations that the criminal acts occurred between January 2 and April 30, or a total of 118 days, were not specific to day and time. As such, he said it would be impossible to give a notice of alibi.

Overall reconstruction in Barbuda is estimated to cost about $200M, and could take several years. (WENN photo)

Former Labour and National Insurance Minister Shane Gibson now faces 15 counts of bribery and extortion each and one count of misconduct in public office.

Magistrate Swain fast-tracked the matter to the Supreme Court, with Gibson now required to appear before Justice Bernard Turner for his formal arraignment on October 20 at 10am. Failure to appear would result in the issuance of an arrest warrant.

Mr Munroe subsequently noted the adjourned date falls within the 21day deadline for Gibson to file a notice of alibi, and as such said he would raise the matter before Justice Turner at that time.

At his initial arraignment, which drew national attention, Gibson had to be assisted up the steps

of the Nassau Street and South Street court complex by officers after injuring his leg in a boating accident prior to the arraignment.

He was later seen using crutches while at the Supreme Court for his bail hearing, which occurred about an hour after his arraignment. In Tuesday’s proceedings, however, he appeared to have recovered from the injury, as he was seen walking freely without the aid of crutches as he left the Magistrate’s Court complex with a number of family and friends in tow. Gibson remains on $40,000 bail. (Tribune242)

British Virgin Islands airport reopens for commercial flights COMMERCIAL flights have officially resumed at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island, Tortola, in a big step forward for the British Virgin Islands since the devastation caused by Hurricanes Irma and Maria.

The announcement was made by the British Virgin Islands Department of Disaster Management.

Carriers that are resuming commercial operation to Tortola include Cape Air, which operated its first flight out of the airport to San Juan on Monday morning, and regional carrier LIAT, which was operating flights from the Eastern Caribbean.

Another important carrier for the territory, Seaborne, will be relaunching its San Juan-Tortola flights on Oct. 11, according to the company’s Web site.

Hours of flight operation will be from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM daily, according to Denniston Fraser, managing director of the BVI

Hours of flight operation will be from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM daily, according to Denniston Fraser, managing director of the BVI Airports Authority.

Airports Authority.

Operations had been restricted to humanitarian, relief and evacuation flights only after the airport had sustained “severe damage,” Fraser said.

As a result, repair work had to be undertaken to rectify the issues and meet the standards of Air Safety

Support International.

“Major concerns for ASSI were having competent staff in place, addressing issues with the fence, ensuring that equipment, control tower equipment and generators’ are in a reliable position so that the Airport can function properly,” Fraser said.

UN Secretary General to visit hurricane battered Caribbean islands UNITED Nations Secretary General, António Guterres, on Wednesday announced that he would be visiting Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica, two Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries battered by Hurricanes Irma and Maria when they made their way through the Lesser Antilles last month.

The Category 5 storms left trails of death and destruction, estimated at billions of dollars and the CARICOM countries have been seeking regional and international assistance in their efforts to rebuild.

Speaking at a news conference, Guterres said some of the most important speeches at the just concluded United Nations General assembly (UNGA) came from the leaders of those Caribbean countries nations reeling from back-to-back hurricanes.

“The prime minister of Antigua and Barbuda reported that the entire population of Barbuda had been left homeless. The prime minister of Dominica declared that he had come to the United Nations “straight from the front line of the war on climate change”.

“Today I am announcing that I will travel on Saturday to Antigua, Barbuda and Dominica to survey the damage and to assess what more the United Nations can do to help people recover, visiting of course also the operations that are taking place there,’ he added.

He said when he met with the regional leaders last month “I was struck most of all by a prevailing message from all the Caribbean leaders – including from the hardest hit countries. “Yes, they said, we urgently need support today. But even in the wake of utter devastation, they urged the world to act for tomorrow. As I said in my address to the General Assembly, we should not link any single weather event with climate change.

“But scientists are clear that

such extreme weather is precisely what their models predict, and they predict it will be the new normal of a warming world,” Guterres said noting that Hurricane Irma, which devastated Barbuda, was a Category 5 hurricane for three consecutive days, the longest on satellite record.

He said Irma’s winds which reached 300 kilometres per hour for 37 hours, were also the longest on record at that intensity.

“Hurricanes Harvey and Irma marked the first time that two Category 4 storms made landfall in the United States in the same year. And, of course, they were followed by Hurricane Maria, which decimated Dominica and had severe impacts across Puerto Rico. It is rare to see so many storms of such strength so early in the season.”

He said another factor surrounding this year’s Atlantic hurricane season is that sea levels have risen more than 10 inches since 1870 and that over the past 30 years, the number of annual weather-related disasters has nearly tripled, and economic losses have quintupled.

“Scientists are learning more and more about the links between climate change and extreme weather.

Climate change is warming the seas.

This, in turn, means more water vapour in the atmosphere. When storms come, they bring more rain.”

Guterres said a warmer climate turbocharges the intensity of hurricanes.

“Instead of dissipating, they pick up fuel as they move across the ocean. The melting of glaciers, and the thermal expansion of the seas, means bigger storm surges. With more and more people living on coastlines, the damage is, and will be that much greater.

“Scientific models have long predicted an increase in the number of Category 4 and 5 hurricanes. This is precisely what is happening – and even sooner than expected.”

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Regional News Minnis: Our duty is to help Dominica PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis this week pledged to send physicians to Dominica to assist with medical services after he and a delegation witnessed firsthand the widespread devastation wrought on the stormravaged island nation.

On Monday night, Dr Minnis appealed for empathy from Bahamians towards the Dominican people as he reiterated that schools and medical facilities have been decimated by Hurricane Maria.

In Dominica earlier that day, he pledged the Bahamas’ continued assistance to rebuilding efforts.

Registration is expected to begin today in Dominica for students who wish to continue their education in the Bahamas, and their families.

Earlier in the day, Education Minister Jeff Lloyd said he expected only about 20 students would take up the offer.

“I know that there were concerns about what we’ve offered before,” Dr Minnis told reporters at Jet Aviation last night. “There are still challenges

Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis (right), Immigration Minister Brent Symonette (centre) and Christian Council President Delton Fernander in the air as a Bahamas delegation visited hurricane-hit Dominica. (Photo: Yontalay Bowe)

with the medical fraternity, and being a part of CARICOM I’ve offered medical assistance.”

Dr Minnis continued: “I will meet with my minister of health and see how many physicians he can send

Pastor Bean said he hoped to see a more “comprehensive and holistic approach” to tackle the problem that has plagued Bermuda.

Pastor tasked with beating gang violence in Bermuda PASTOR Leroy Bean was on Wednesday morning appointed as Bermuda’s gang violence reduction coordinator.

Mr Bean said he hoped to see a more “comprehensive and holistic approach” to tackle the problem that “has plagued our country”.

He added: “With the help of Bermuda, we can conquer this problem.”

Wayne Caines, Minister of National Security, said the one-year contract is worth about $92,000.

Mr Caines added that Mr Bean brings 20 years of experience in working with gangs to the post, and has also served as the residential care officer at the former Department of

Social Services.

Mr Bean also has degrees in family and addiction counselling.

Mr Caines said: “Through his efforts, many young men have chosen better paths for their lives, and he will make an important addition to the ministry’s team.”

Mr Caines also announced that the interagency gang task force and the crisis response team had been relaunched.

And he added that Team Street Safe had been “stabilised” with “much needed financial support”.

An interfaith working group was earlier set up, along with Moms on a Mission, which Mr Caines said was “a support group for mothers directly affected by violence”.

to assist them. Medical services are greatly needed and if we were in this situation we would be seeking assistance not just from first world countries but from our neighbours.”

Responding to critics of the government’s offer to Dominican students, Dr Minnis said while individuals were entitled to speak their minds, he was obligated to take a global view as leader of the country.

Dr Minnis conducted an aerial tour of the island with Immigration Minister Brent Symonette; NEMA Director Stephen Russell; Christian Council President Bishop Delton Fernander; and Bahamas Union of

Teachers President Belinda Wilson.

Mrs Wilson said she did not expect a large number of students to take up the opportunity to study in the Bahamas as many students have already gone to neighbouring countries like Barbados, Antigua, and Trinidad. Mrs Wilson reported that Dominica had 40 primary schools, 20 secondary schools, and one tertiary institution, adding that those few structures that had not been destroyed were being used as shelters.

For his part, Bishop Fernander said there was an overwhelming sense of brotherly love, adding that he was proud that the Bahamas stepped up to the plate in the face of dire need.

“There was a sense of we’re glad you’re here,” Bishop Fernander said, “we’re glad that you’re looking after us and you’re concerned about us. We as a diaspora are setting a precedent to how we will be taken care of if this were to ever happen to us.

“I don’t think in the areas we flew over there was one building untouched, every place had tremendous damage. Mud still everywhere, not just water, mud.

You have to wear masks in some areas from what is taking place and the concern in the community.”

Bishop Fernander recalled that standing on a hill in Roseau there was a cross still standing, symbolising hope and “that God was still in control”.

The Bahamian delegation found ongoing assistance from such developed countries as the United States, and Canada, neighbouring countries like Venezuela and far flung countries like Palestine.

In Dominica, Dr Minnis addressed the island nation in a brief press event that was posted to Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit’s Facebook page.

He underscored that Dominica had been instrumental in the development of a newly independent Bahamas, stressing that it was the country’s duty and responsibility to assist as a part of CARICOM. “Many of your doctors, including myself and many of our doctors in the Bahamas have been trained in Jamaica. We are all trained through the Caribbean system and I’ve offered to send some of our medical personnel here to assist you in rebuilding your medical facilities and ensure that the quality of care for the Dominican populace does not deteriorate to any degree.”

He continued: “As soon as I return and receive word from the government of Dominica as to what type of medical personnel and the numbers they might need we will ensure that those individuals are here.”

Dr Minnis urged Dominicans to understand that the Bahamas could have easily been faced with the same level of devastation, adding that the tragic event has demonstrated the importance of family.

Mixed reaction as Jamaican mother charged for beating daughter with machete THE Jamaican teenager at the centre of a vicious beating that went viral on social media recently, is upset that her mother will face the law courts. And both government and opposition spokespeople say the incident points to deeper issues that must be addressed.

Doreen Dyer, 44, was arrested and charged with cruelty to a child and will appear in the St Thomas Parish Court next week over the incident in which she beat her 13-year-old daughter with a machete last year.

At the height of strong public outrage, the girl told a talk show on Hitz 92 FM, a local radio station, that her mother was one of the best in the world and she felt bad about the developments.

Another daughter also rushed to her mother’s defence. Sheryl Jones, 21, told the media that since the video went viral, many people were wrongfully accusing her mother whom she said “don’t normally beat”.

Spokesman on youth and culture

The mother was captured on video beating her daughter with a machete.

for the Opposition People’s National Party, Damion Crawford, also said that Jamaicans were pointing fingers in the wrong direction.

Crawford, who visited the community where the family lives to investigate the circumstances

surrounding the ordeal, contended that while the child was a victim of physical abuse, the parent was also a victim of the Jamaican culture of discipline and the inability to receive legitimate assistance with child rearing.

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Catalan leader faults Spanish King for failing to ease independence crisis CATALONIA’S leader has launched a strongly worded attack on the King of Spain for failing to heal the country’s divisions after a bitterly contested independence referendum.

In a TV address from the headquarters of the Catalan government in Barcelona on Wednesday, Catalan President Carles Puigdemont said King Felipe had missed an opportunity to mediate in the political and constitutional crisis that has engulfed the country.

The King delivered a stern warning in a TV address on Tuesday, saying Catalan leaders had acted “outside the law” and accusing them of “unacceptable disloyalty” for pressing ahead with their moves toward secession.. Catalonia is an autonomous region of Spain, located in the northeastern part of the country.

Puigdemont said the Spanish monarch “ignores millions of Catalans who think in a different way” to the central government of Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy.

“You disappointed many people in Catalonia who appreciate you and are expecting a call to dialogue,” Puigdemont said after the King’s hard-line remarks.

The King has a constitutional duty to arbitrate when there is a diplomatic dispute, Puigdemont said.

“We need mediation,” he said.

“This conflict needs to be resolved in

Theresa May said that it is the responsibility of her government to prepare for every eventuality.

May says UK will be ready for no-deal Brexit if EU talks fail

Carles Puigdemont (left) criticised Spain’s King Felipe in his address.

a political way, not with police.”

He directed parts of his address to Spaniards in other parts of the nation, to the King and to Catalonians.

Puigdemont is expected to formally declare independence on Monday, after 90% of voters in last Sunday’s referendum opted for a split. The vote was marred by clashes between citizens and Spanish police.

Puigdemont urged calm.

“Let’s not allow other people to provoke us. Let’s not fall into provocations of violence,” he said.

Puigdemont said that while others say the vote was illegal, Catalonia will follow “a democratic way” that should be respected.

The Spanish government on

Wednesday said it “strongly rejects the accusations” Puigdemont directed at the King.

“These accusations show that Mr. Puigdemont not only is against the law, but also is outside reality,” the government said.

“Tonight he lost every opportunity to bring Catalonia back to the path of coexistence within the law. Far from that, he went one step further in his path to radicalization, isolation and defiance of institutions.”

Puigdemont’s remarks came as the Catalans’ standoff with Madrid deepened Wednesday. Spain’s highest court summoned the chief of the Catalan police to answer accusations of sedition, or provoking a rebellion against the state.

THE U.K. is preparing itself to leave the European Union without a deal if Brexit talks fail, Theresa May said on Wednesday, in comments that reinforce warnings from her officials over the slow progress of negotiations.

The prime minister has for now stopped saying that “no deal is better than a bad deal,” but instead she and her team are talking up their contingency planning for the possibility that the talks fall apart.

“It is profoundly in all our interests for the negotiations to succeed, but I know that some are worried whether we are prepared in the event that they do not,” May told delegates at the Conservative Party’s annual

conference in Manchester, northwest England, on Wednesday. “It is our responsibility as a government to prepare for every eventuality -- and let me reassure everyone in this hall, that is exactly what we are doing.”

On Tuesday, the negotiations descended into a blame game, with both the EU and the UK criticising each other for the slow progress of talks in Brussels.

The bloc won’t start talking about future trade agreements until May’s government settles the terms of the divorce, including the size of the Brexit bill. With or without a deal, Britain will exit the EU in March 2019. (Bloomberg)

Las Vegas shooting: Paddock’s girlfriend denies knowledge of attack THE girlfriend of the Las Vegas gunman who shot dead 58 people on Sunday has said she had no idea what her “kind, caring, quiet” partner was planning.

Marilou Danley arrived back in the US on Tuesday, two days after her partner Stephen Paddock carried out the attack.

It was the worst shooting in modern US history, with more than 500 injured.

US President Donald Trump, who visited the city on Wednesday, said “America is truly a nation in mourning” in the wake of the mass killings.

In a statement read by her lawyer, Ms Danley said Paddock “never said anything to me or took any action” which she understood as a warning of what was to come.

“I loved him and hoped for a quiet future together with him,” she said, expressing shock at the “horrible unspeakable acts of violence” Paddock had committed.

US authorities named Ms Danley

The Cuban embassy in Washington resumed its role in 2015 when relations between the countries warmed.

Washington expels Cuban diplomats over ‘acoustic attacks’ US police have said the woman, a former casino employee, was living with Paddock in Nevada.

a “person of interest” in their investigation and said they had made contact with her shortly after the shooting.

Ms Danley voluntarily flew back to Los Angeles from the the Philippines on Tuesday night to speak to the FBI, just over two weeks after Paddock had surprised her with a “cheap ticket” to enable her to visit

her family.

While there, he wired her $100,000 (£75,400), explaining it was to buy a house.

“I was grateful, but honestly I was worried it was a way for him to break up with me,” she said. “It never occurred to me in any way whatsoever that he was planning violence against anyone.”

The US has expelled 15 Cuban diplomats, saying Havana failed to protect US diplomats from mysterious acoustic attacks.

Cuba’s Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez called the move “unacceptable”.

The Department of State move follows last week’s US withdrawal of more than half of its own diplomats from the Cuban capital.

Nearly two dozen US personnel have suffered unexplained ill health

in the city.

“The decision was made due to Cuba’s failure to take appropriate steps to protect our diplomats in accordance with its obligations under the Vienna Convention. This order will ensure equity in our respective diplomatic operations,” US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said in a statement on Tuesday.

The Cuban diplomats have been given seven days to leave.

Mr Rodriguez said the move was “unjustified”.

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Army sergeant ‘removed parachute parts in bid to kill wife’

Rep. Tim Murphy said in a statement that he wants to take time off “to seek help as my family and I continue to work through our personal difficulties.”

GOP congressman who urged mistress to get an abortion announces retirement THE embattled pro-life Republican congressman who urged his mistress to get an abortion announced Wednesday he’s retiring from office instead of seeking re-electon.

Rep. Tim Murphy said in a statement that he wants to take time off “to seek help as my family and I continue to work through our personal difficulties.”

Murphy admitted to having an

affair in early September.

His announcement comes after the Pittsburg Post-Gazette reported that he had asked Shannon Edwards, a forensic psychologist, to abort her unborn child after a pregnancy scare.

The congressman recently cosponsored a House bill that bans abortion after 20 weeks of pregnancy.

(NYDailynews)

Samuel Emerson, left, and his wife Madelaine Emerson are facing more than two dozen sex offence charges.

Canada pastor and wife face 25 sex assault charges A CANADIAN evangelical pastor and his wife are facing more than two dozen charges related to sex offences.

British Columbia RCMP charged Samuel Emerson, 34, with 25 sex offence charges on Tuesday, including 13 charges of sexual assault.

His wife, Madelaine Emerson, 37, is facing two sexual offence charges and one charge of uttering threats.

The alleged assaults took place between 2014-17 but police believe there could be more victims.

“Calling the police to report a sexual assault is a very difficult thing to do especially when the suspect is someone you knew and trusted, and

can leave lifelong emotional scars,” said police Cpl Scotty Schumann in a press release.

“Our highly skilled investigators take sexual assaults very seriously, and, supported by our Surrey RCMP Victim Services workers, are here to listen and provide emotional support.”

The pastor preached at Cloverdale Christian Fellowship Church, a nondenominational church in Surrey, British Columbia.

He is charged with 13 counts of sexual assault, 11 counts of being in a position of authority and touching for a sexual purpose and one count of sexual touching of someone under the age of 16.

AN Army sergeant tried to kill his wife by removing parts of her parachute, causing her to spin thousands of feet to the ground, a court has heard.

Emile Cilliers, 37, is accused of two counts of attempted murder of his former wife Victoria Cilliers who survived the jump on 5 April 2015.

Winchester Crown Court heard Ms Cilliers suffered multiple injuries.

Mr Cilliers, who denies all charges, wanted to leave his wife for a lover he had met on Tinder, prosecutors said.

It is also claimed that just days before the jump, on 29 March 2015, the defendant tried to kill Ms Cilliers, 40, by deliberately causing a gas leak in the family home while he stayed away.

Prosecutor Michael Bowes QC said that on the night of the gas leak Mr Cilliers had left his wife at their home in Amesbury, Wiltshire, to stay at his Army barracks in Aldershot, Hampshire.

He said the following morning Ms Cilliers contacted her husband complaining of a gas smell coming from a kitchen cupboard next to the oven.

She noticed dried blood on the fitting which was later found to be a full DNA match to her husband, the court was told.

The jury was told the Royal Army Physical Training Corps sergeant lied to his lover, Stefanie Glover, that he was leaving his wife because she

Sgt Emile Cilliers denies attempting to murder Victoria Cilliers.

was having an affair and he was not the father of one of their children.

Mr Bowes QC said Mr Cilliers was also having an affair with his exwife Carly Cilliers.

He told the court the defendant had debts of £22,000 and believed he would receive a £120,000 life insurance payout on his wife’s death.

Mr Bowes QC said Ms Cilliers was a highly experienced parachutist and instructor but when she jumped out of the plane 4,000ft (1,200m) above Netheravon Airfield in Wiltshire “both her main parachute and her reserve parachute failed”.

“Those attending at the scene expected to find her dead, although she was badly injured, almost miraculously she survived the fall.

“Those at the scene immediately realised that something was seriously

wrong with her reserve parachute, two vital pieces of equipment which fasten the parachute harness were missing,” he said.

The day before the failed jump the couple had visited Netheravon together, the court heard.

While there Mr Cilliers collected a hire parachute for his wife and took it into the men’s toilets at the base, where he is alleged to have tampered with it.

Mr Bowes QC said: “It’s heavy, it’s bulky, there is absolutely no reason to take it in there at all.

“The weather was so poor that afternoon that Victoria couldn’t jump, the cloud base was too low.”

The court heard that Mr Cilliers then arranged to keep the equipment overnight in his wife’s locker, a move that was against normal procedure.

Yahoo says all 3 billion accounts hacked in 2013 data theft YAHOO on Tuesday said that all 3 billion of its accounts were hacked in a 2013 data theft, tripling its earlier estimate of the size of the largest breach in history, in a disclosure that attorneys said sharply increased the legal exposure of its new owner, Verizon Communications Inc. The news expands the likely number and claims of class action lawsuits by shareholders and Yahoo account holders, they said. Yahoo, the early face of the internet for many in the world, already faced at least 41 consumer class-action lawsuits in U.S. federal and state courts, according to company securities filing in May. John Yanchunis, a lawyer representing some of the affected Yahoo users, said a federal judge who allowed the case to go forward still had asked for more information to justify his clients’ claims.

“I think we have those facts now,” he said. “It’s really mind-numbing when you think about it.”

Yahoo on Tuesday said “recently obtained new intelligence” showed that all of its user accounts had been affected.

Yahoo said last December that data from more than 1 billion accounts was compromised in 2013, the largest of a series of thefts that forced Yahoo to cut the price of its assets in a sale to Verizon.

Yahoo on Tuesday said “recently

obtained new intelligence” showed all user accounts had been affected.

The company said the investigation indicated that the stolen information did not include passwords in clear text, payment card data, or bank account information.

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‘Shameful’ move by St Kitts-Nevis following hurricane Maria BASSETERRE, St Kitts A press release issued on Saturday by the Citizenship

by Investment Unit (CIU) in St Kitts and Nevis announcing a drastic 50 percent cut in the investment requirement for its citizenship by investment

(CBI) programme, ostensibly to create a “hurricane relief fund,” has drawn widespread condemnation, including one CBI consultant who described the move as shameful.

“This is a truly shameful move by St Kitts,” said Mahdi

Mohammed, CEO of Guide Consultants.

“This is simply a ploy, a blatantly opportunistic move to improve the competitiveness of the St Kitts and Nevis CBI programme at the expense of their Caribbean neighbours,”

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he continued.

“What offends me more than anything is that St Kitts and Nevis is fully operational, having escaped any major damage from the two recent hurricanes, whereas having been in Dominica during hurricane Maria I have witnessed first-hand the complete and total devastation of the island, with its people wandering amidst the ruins of their lives trying to find the basic necessities to survive food, water and shelter.

“It truly resembles a scene from an apocalypse movie,” Mohammed said.

“Dominica is not a wealthy country but following hurricane Irma it was willing to share what it had with other Caribbean islands, for example by sending water and telegraph poles, two commodities that it is now in desperate need of itself.

“It even pledged EC$500,000 to St Kitts and Nevis after Irma,” he noted.

“Now Dominica has lost every source of government revenue except its CBI programme and St Kitts and Nevis is attempting to undermine even that,” Mohammed said.

He noted that the tourism, communications and transportation infrastructure

in St Kitts is back to normal.

Dominica on the other hand has suffered billions of dollars of damage.

In response to a request for comment on the St Kitts and Nevis announcement, Antigua and Barbuda’s ambassador to the US, Sir Ronald Sanders, said: “Putting it mildly, this is a most unfortunate development. If it is implemented, it will hurt the relief and rebuilding efforts for Barbuda and Dominica, both of which were devastated.

“What is needed now is solidarity and joint action, not opportunism.

“It is to be sincerely hoped, that the decision will be reviewed and overturned in the interest of solidarity with neighbouring states that are truly struggling in the wake of these monstrous hurricanes and need every cent they can get.”

These sentiments were echoed by Dr Denzil Douglas, leader of the opposition in St Kitts and Nevis, in a statement late Saturday night, describing the government’s action as unconscionable, unfriendly, selfish, uncaring and reprehensible, and aimed at undermining the efforts of Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda to recover from the massive devastation caused by

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hurricanes Maria and Irma.

“Today, September 23, 2017, the government of St Kitts and Nevis led by Dr Timothy Harris has sunk to the lowest low in a manner that is most unconscionable and calculated to undermine the desperate recovery efforts that are underway in Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda to restore those countries’ operations and the lives of their citizens to a state of normalcy as quickly as possible,” Douglas said.

He noted that, in making the case for this, Harris reported that two category five hurricanes have made landfall in St Kitts and Nevis causing phenomenal devastation to homes, businesses and key infrastructure in the country.

“While it must be said with certainty that our country has in fact experienced two hurricanes recently, why our prime minister would want to mislead the entire world as to the directness of the impact of these hurricanes and the extent of the damage caused is truly beyond me.

“If indeed St Kitts and Nevis has suffered the phenomenal devastation of which the prime minister speaks, what shall we say of Dominica and Barbuda?

“In the case of Barbuda, that island has been completely vacated resulting in a three percent immediate increase in the population of Antigua with phenomenal stress brought to bear on the social services in that country,” Douglas said, pointing out that it has been estimated that the rebuilding exercise in Barbuda will cost $2.5 billion.

“As to Dominica, what can one say in response to the horror that was left in the wake of hurricane Maria?

“The situation on the ground is truly unimaginable.

The extensive loss of life and the catastrophic damage to homes, businesses, industries and public infrastructure are truly phenomenal and abhorrent.

“Although no estimates have yet been posited by the government of Dominica, it is safe to say that the damage will be assessed to be several billion United States dollars. That is truly phenomenal,” said former prime minister Douglas.

He said instead of painting an honest picture of the state of affairs of St Kitts and Nevis, and the extent of the damage it has incurred, “Prime minister Harris, in an attempt to raise money on fake news, has sought to utterly deceive the investor community.

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Island Fish Fry resumes

BY DAISY HANDFIELD ISLAND Fish Fry resumed on Thursday, September 28, three weeks after hurricane Irma battered the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Although not well attended, a number of local businesses still came out to showcase their products and cuisines.

Vendors Deborah Ewing and Stanford Handfield said they wedre happy to be back at the event.

Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs recently issued a press statement on the tourism sector and its recovery.

He said: “The Turks and Caicos Islands have adapted with resilience.

Our ability to foster partnerships with key agencies locally and internationally, will accelerate the

process of recovery.

“We continue to remain optimistically confident that we will be able to return to providing the quality and excellent service that our islands are known for.”

Every Thursday from 5.30pm to 9.30pm at the Children’s Park in the Lower Bight in Providenciales more than a dozen local food vendors, cultural acts and entertainers come together for the Island Fish Fry. The initiative is a partnership between the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board, in collaboration with the Department of Culture, the Department of Emergency and Maritime Affairs and telecommunications company Flow.

Attendees can enjoy an array

Island Fish Fry resumes

of island delicacies such as boiled lobster, conch salad, crab and rice, lobster macaroni and cheese and

local island conch straight off of the grill.

Bugaloos, Froggie’s on da Beach,

Kay Jo’s and Hole in the Wall are just some of the restaurants that participate in the weekly event.

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Jared Leto (right) will play Hugh Hefner, who died last week at the age of 91.

Mark Salling (pictured in 2016) starred in the musical series Glee for six years.

Brooke Shields said Donald Trump tried to ask her out after his second divorce in 1999.

Shields shares pick-up line Trump used to try and score a date BROOKE Shields was at the receiving end of one of Donald Trump's pick-up lines.

The model shared a story on "Watch What Happens Live" Tuesday of a time when the now-President tried to score a date with her nearly two decades ago.

"I was on location doing a movie and he called me right after he had gotten a divorce," Shields, 52, told

host Andy Cohen.

"He said, 'I really think we should date because you're America's sweetheart and I'm America's richest man and the people would love it,'" she continued.

Shields turned down the offer — which came after the businessman split from his second wife Marla Maples in 1999 — and said she had a boyfriend who probably wouldn't like the idea.

Glee actor Mark Salling admits child porn possession FORMER Glee actor Mark Salling has pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography.

Salling, 35, now faces between four and seven years in prison and has been ordered to pay about $50,000 (£38,000) to each victim.

The actor was arrested in 2015 after a tip off he was in possession of images of children being sexually abused.

Investigators eventually found thousands of images on his laptop and hard drive.

Salling was charged with two counts of receiving and possessing images of child sexual abuse in May 2016, and faced a possible 20 years

The rocker was found unconscious and in cardiac arrest at his Malibu home Sunday. He died at the UCLA Medical Center on Monday evening.

Petty's death is under investigation, despite autopsy DESPITE a completed autopsy, rocker Tom Petty's exact cause of death has yet to be determined.

The autopsy was conducted Tuesday, Los Angeles County coroner spokesman Ed

Winter told the Associated Press. While no foul play is suspected, Winter says the coroner investigates all deaths where the deceased hadn't seen a doctor in six months.

Petty, 66, was found unconscious and in cardiac arrest at his Malibu home Sunday. He died at the UCLA Medical Center on Monday evening.

behind bars.

But documents obtained by several outlets show he has entered into a plea deal with California's district attorney.

As part of the agreement, Salling will be subject to 20 years supervised release and will have strict restrictions placed on his contact with under-18s, according to celebrity website TMZ.

Leto to star in Hugh Hefner’s biopic ACTOR Jared Leto is to play Hugh Hefner in a new film about the Playboy magazine mogul's life, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Leto is an Oscar winner for his role in 2013's Dallas Buyers Club.

The news comes less than a week after Hefner died at the age of 91.

His death sparked debate about whether Hefner was a pioneer of sexual liberation

or actively harmed feminism. The film will be made by X Men: The Last Stand director Brett Ratner.

After Hefner's death, Ratner wrote on Instagram that he was "one of the greatest media and cultural pioneers in history who was responsible for the most significant social and cultural movements of our time in advocating free speech, civil rights and sexual freedom".

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Banks, Asla call it quits after five years together TYRA Banks and Erik Asla have decided to go their separate ways, according to Us Weekly. Sources tell the publication there's not bad blood between the pair, who dated for five years.

"She and Erik are friends. The break up was drama-free," the source told Us. Banks, 43, and Asla has been raising a baby boy together, whom they welcomed via surrogate in January 2016.

It's unclear how the duo intend to co-parent in the wake of their alleged split. Us Weekly's source did, however, note that the "America's Next Top Model" host "loves being a mom and is very hands on."

It does not appear parenting played a role in their decision to call it quits.

Banks, who is notoriously private about both her son and her love life, opened up about son York Banks Asla's arrival in a heartfelt Instagram post shortly after his birth.

She called their surrogate an "angel of a woman," revealing details about which features her little bundle of joy had inherited from which parent.

"The best present we worked and prayed so hard for is finally here.

He's got my fingers and big eyes and his daddy Erik's mouth and chin. As we thank the angel of a woman that carried our miracle baby boy for us,

Tyra Banks and longtime boyfriend Erik Asla have ended their relationship after five years together

we pray for everyone who struggles to reach this joyous milestone," she wrote.

"York Banks Asla, welcome to the world."

Banks and her longtime beau met

on the set of the Norwegian version of "Americas Next Top Model."

(NYDailynews)

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WILSON’S GROCERIES ENT. FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CAVELL WILLIAMS JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 244-3089

CONTACT 346-5872

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

ER CLEANING SERVICES

JA’SAM CONSTRUCTION

15927

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work Monday, Wednesday and Saturday

CONTACT: 333-1246

15953

15963

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

WELDER/IRON WORKER PROPERTY CARETAKER/ SITE CONTRACTOR STEEL METAL WORKER Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-1440

15954

CARLANDE ENTERPRISES BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CECILIA’S CLEANING SERVICE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 346-2129

CONTACT: 345-6999

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Salary: $600 per month

DOMINIQUE HAIR CENTER

DONOVAN FULFORD

AIRPORT ROAD IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS 1 RECEIVING/ PURCHASING CLERK SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a permit holder

CONTACT: 946-5123 OR 247-8669

JEAN CLAUDETTE MALCOLM

MARIE THERESA DEVIL PIERRE

MOLIANE DORLAINS RICHARD

15945

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-0023

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15942

15939

BLUE HILLS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER SALARY: $250 PER WEEK

CONTACT: 344-9938 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

15951

15952

GRAND TURK

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-2532

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15943

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 332-1656

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15941

NINJA CONSTRUCTION LEEWARD PALMS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SALARY: $7.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 231-0538

15953

NEEDED URGENTLY Senior Reporter Reporter/Sub-Editor

We are looking for an experienced all-round reporter to join our small team. The successful applicant would have run the gamut of covering community events to court and parliamentary reporting. The ideal candidate should be able to copy edit and be able to write eye-catching headlines, as well as proofread. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that copy is accurate; has correct grammar and follows house style. Applicant should be computer-literate and should know how to use a camera.

Please send application to the publisher at Turks & Caicos News Ltd. (The Weekly News) tcweeklynews@gmail.com, or P.O.Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

We are looking for a qualified reporter who has strong news gathering and writing skills, as well as the ability and enthusiasm to help keep the country’s leading newspaper ahead of the pack.

The position is available for immediate start and the successful candidate will be joining a small, dedicated team covering a wide range of news and features across the islands of the Turks & Caicos.

Local knowledge is preferred but not essential, but the successful applicant would have had wide experience in community, court and parliamentary reporting. A working knowledge of computer and photography is essential.

The salary for this position will be dependent on experience.

Write or email the publisher at tcweeklynews@gmail.com No phone calls please.

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32 CLASSIFIEDS ALL SAINTS BAPTIST CHURCH INC. THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

CLIMAX SPORTS BAR AND RESTAURANT AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5942 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

D.O.M DESIGN Is seeking to employ a

DACESE A. HARRIS BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

MUSICIAN

15926

BARMAIDS LABOURER Salary: $150-200 based on experience

CONTACT: 244-0848

15917

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1242

15890

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS IRRIGATION LTD. GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

IRRIGATION SUPERVISOR

Applicants must possess a minimum of 5 years experience, with knowledge of plants/ chemicals and fertilizer sprays, be able to work with minimum supervision. Applicant must be knowledgeable in residential, commercial, resort irrigation system installation including working with pump systems and irrigation controllers programming. Must have experience in the 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.

Interested applicants including Islanders/ Belonger can bring all applications to Environmental Arts located at 365 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to: mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by work permit holders.

15887

CIVIL & SRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD.

Must be Honest, Reliable and willing to work Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 348-7509

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS:

Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering 10 years post qualification work experience Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Autocad, ESA Prima Win, Tedds and STAAD Pro

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN:

• Structural design calculations and drawing work • Structural surveys • Overseeing a design team Salary will be $45,000.00 per annum

The suitable candidate will be able to work under their own initiative, and be able to see through Design Projects from conceptional design to final drawing works.

This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 11th September 2017.

Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred.

Apply in writing to Civil & Structural Engineering Ltd. Limited P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Contact: Chris Conway on cse@tciway.tc Or fax to Labour Office, Providenciales on 649-946-7184 15912

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

GENERAL CLEANER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-5420

DREAD MAID SERVICES IS IN NEED OF 1

BUTLER TO WORK IN PROVIDENCIALRS 5 DAYS A WEEK SALARY $1100.00 PER MONTH PLEASE CONTACT KEVIN ARIZA AT

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TELEPHONE NO, 649 432 275015885

FINAL POINT CONSTRUCTION

FIRST CHOICE RENTAL CAR

GLORIA’S CANDY KITCHEN

15995

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ

1 MASON 1 CARPENTER Salary: $400 per week

CONTACT: 232-3007

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

GREEN’S HANDYMAN PLUS CONSTRUCTION Is seeking to employ a

15909

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

2 MECHANICS Salary: $8.00 perf hour

CONTACT: 242-7796

15917

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-0349

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15906

HENN HOLDINGS LTD./ SHAY CAFE LOUNGE Looking for

ASSISTANT COOK

CSE LIMITED Seeks

A CHARTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

DAVIS CONSTRUCTION

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

P.O. BOX 158, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI. TEL: (649) 946-4670. EMAIL: cse@tciway.tc

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DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-5072 for further details regarding employment

• Must have experience & good communication skills • Must be flexible and willing to work early mornings, weekends and holidays.

• Salary based on experience.

Please forward resume to: Hennholdings@gmail.com 15904

15893

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

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 be required to work on weekends and holidays if needed.

Interested applicants including Islanders/Belonger can bring all applications to Environmental Arts located #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to: mary@environmentalarts.tc.

Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15886

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HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL is accepting applications for the position of

ISLAND CLUB TURKS GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ an

ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION AND SUBJECT AREA TEACHERS Requirements: • The employer requires the employee to be a Missionary Roman Catholic Teacher • The employer requires the employee to be a fully initiated Roman Catholic in good standing • The employee is required to have documented experience in the area of teaching the Roman Catholic Religion • The employee must have full knowledge

of the United States National Curriculum Standards • Education and Experience: • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree holders will be considered • Salary Package: • $800 per month for twelve months, paid as a compensation package This is for work permit renewal

For more information and resume submission contact: Fr. Orlando Gonzales, Phone: 649-941-5136, email: holyfamilytci@gmail.com

JOHN GRAY

NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

JOSEPH MORLEY Is seeking to employ a

15891

JUDITH EDOUARD DEAN Is seeking to employ a

WANTED

CARETAKER ASSISTANT MANAGER

Salary: $7.25 per hour Must be willing to work 3040 hours per week

must be willing to work weekends and bank holidays. Salary $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 246 1894.

Email Resumes ONLY to dcamarro@hotmail.com

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

LOUSE FASHION VARIETY STORE

LUXE GROUP OF COMPANIES/TORTILLA Is seeking to employ

15911

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

15895

2 DOMESTIC HELPERS

JEROME BROWN BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

MASON Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 242-3858

15881

MERLINE VARIETY STORE FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

$6.50 per hour

2 LABOURERS

LABOURER

LABOURER

Salary: $200 per hour

Applicant must be honest reliable and hard working Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-6060

CONTACT: 344-2581

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

JOHN GRAY

ALTAGRACIA RESTAURANT & CAFÉ LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

15892

NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $200 per hour

CONTACT: 243-6060

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15899

15925

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

CONTACT: 345-5305

15928

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Salary: 6.50 per hour

Salary: $100 per week Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 342-6745

CONTACT: 341-9961

NOTICE

VERNARD ALAN HANDFIELD

15920

CLIMAX SPORTS BAR AND RESTAURANT LOCATION: DOWNTOWN PLAZA #12 AIRPORT ROAD (OLD CAMEO) IS REQUESTING A LIQUOR LICENSE. ANY OBJECTIONS CONTACT AUTHORITY

15918

LABOURER

GLASS SHACK

2 MAINTENANCE MEN $7.00 per hour

2 CARPENTERS $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 346-3488

Positions are currently held by work permit holders

15894

WASTER CHERY THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

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

CONTACT: 332-1466

DOMESTIC WORKER

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 341-5919

15898

SNR BEAUTY & BARBER VARIETY FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

HAIRBRAIDER

Salary: $100 per week

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

CONTACT: 244-9961

CONTACT: 346-4624

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TCI PROFESSIONAL/ COLIN C. CLARE

TORTILLAS

STANCH CONSTRUCTION

15907

15903

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER COOK Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 348-9045

15908

HOUSEKEEPER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

• General Labor • Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working.

• Must be self motivated and able to understand, write and speak English fluently.

All experienced and interested individuals can send inquiries to:

Norstar Group Ltd. Courtyard Plaza Unit 2C Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands. Tel: 649-941-3500/3600

15901

$7.00 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15913

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

CONTACT: 241-2078

15819

15914

COOPER JACK BAY ROAD IS LOOKING TO FILL THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS

PAINTERS $8.00 PER HOUR

LABOURERS $7.00 PER HOUR CONTACT: 231-6089

15915

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OCEAN CLUB MANAGEMENT

PARADISE ARTS, SALTMILLS

HOUSKEEPING SUPERVISOR ROOM ATTENDANT (4 POSITIONS) POOL & BEACH ATTENDANT FRONT DESK ATTENDANT (2 POSITIONS)

JEWELRY ARTIST NEEDED

PAULA VIRGIL STUBBS

Grace Bay, Providenciales

is looking for qualified applicants for the following positions:

LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

NEW POSITION

All applications are welcome, but preference will be given to qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders and those persons who have the right to work in the TCI without a work permit.

Please drop off resumes at Ocean Club to the attention of the Human Resource Manager, or via email to diane@oceanclubresorts.com Only those receiving an interview will be contacted after September 15, 2017.

15886

• Must have 2+ years’ experience in making jewelry • Must work 6 days a week including evenings and weekends • Knowledge of how to manage clients with custom orders • Knowledge of how to arrange jewelry displays • Computer skills and knowledge of Photoshop required • Starting pay $7 per hour

GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

Applicants must possess a minimum of twenty years experience in floral design with proper certifications. Must have extensive knowledge on different flowers, foliage and potted plants. Must be able to know the names, seasonal availability and how long the plants will stay fresh. Must be up-to-date on the current fashions and styles in floral design while at the same time understand the traditions of using certain flowers for weddings, funerals and other occasions. Applicants must have a comprehensive knowledge of QuickBooks Enterprise, have an outgoing personality and enjoy working with the public. applicants must be willing to work outdoors for set-ups and weddings with irregular hours in doing so. Starting salary $1,250 per month.

Interested applicants including Islanders/ Belonger can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. Located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to: mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by work permit holder. 15884

CONTACT: 241-2489

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

RASHENA FORBES

SAMUEL STUBBS

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

is seeking to employ the following individual:

FLORAL DESIGNER

Salary: $150 per week Salary: 3 days per week

Prospective Islanders can send copies of their applications to the Work Permit Board 649-431-3014 paradiseartsgallery@hotmail.com

PEOPLE’S CHOICE SUPER STORE

SERVICES BY EA

DOMESTIC WORKER

15902

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER To work in local convenient store as a cashing agent.

Applicant must be able to speak English, Creole and Spanish and work abnormal hours.

Please send interests to email: tadderley@ icloud.com or call (649) 241-4678. Salary $8.00 per hour.

15916

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

CONTACT: 231-1061

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15910

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

CONTACT: 241-0524 This position is currently

held by a work permit holder

15900

SERVICES BY EA

GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

FINANCE MANAGER Professional Qualification requirements:

• ACA, CIMA, CPA, ACCA • 5 years post qualified Job responsibilities: • Preparation of month financial statements for multiple businesses – P & L, Balance Sheet and Cash flow • Inter-company accounting and reconciliations • Bank and credit card reconciliations • Cash management • Weekly and monthly operational analysis • Variance analysis • Management of financial staff • Review and set up new processes as required • Provide financial support for all aspects of business • Manage relationships across internal and external stakeholders

• Responsible for establishing complete maintenance program for all electronic Commercial Laundry, Dry Cleaning and affiliated equipment such as boilers, compressors, hydraulic pumps etc.

• Minimum 10 years experience mechanical and electrical maintenance.

• 5 years Supervisory experience.

• University Certificate required.

• Available to manage different work shifts as required, including nights.

• Must be fluent in English.

• Must have exceptional computer and diagnostic skills.

• Must be self motivated, hard working and reliable.

• Pay rate: $13.50/hour.

Email resumes to info@pioneertci.com or call 432.1797.

Please fax copy to TCI Labour Office: 649-946-4164

15921

NEEDED

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• • • • •

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Work across a wide range of business areas Good time management ability to prioritize effectively Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team

SALARY:

• Commensurate with experience

Interested applicants including Islanders/ Belongers can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. Located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or e-mail to: mary@environmentalarts. tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15889

• (Grades 1 and 3) with a minimum of ten years teaching experience at the primary level and have an unconditional love for children.

• Must be university trained in Primary Education and a specialist area with at least a Bachelor's degree • Must be able to diagnose various learning styles, implement lessons accordingly,

utilize multiple intelligence strategy and create IEPs. • Suitable candidate must demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative and also as a team player. Candidate must demonstrate best practices and utilize an integrated approach to learning.

• Please provide 3 recent references (one must be from the last taught).

Kindly apply in writing with an updated resume to: The Principal - Providence International Academy TCI Eden Lane, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos BWI. 6492435616

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NOTICE NOTICE The Physical Planning Ordinance (Cap 73) Regulation 7 of the Physical Planning (Development Permission) Regulations, 1990

REGULATION 7 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 1990

Notice of Application for Development Permission Parcel Number 61109/65, Long Bay Hills, Providenciales An Application, REGISTERED PR 13230, by LB Ventures Ltd. For the development of Residential Villas has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on 61109/65 Long Bay Hills on Providenciales. The application as submitted seeks planning consideration for Three (3) Residential Villa Buildings comprising Fourteen (14) Units; Ancillary Facilities Comprising Two (2) Pools, Outdoor Kitchen, Maintenance Shed, and an Entry/ Reception Building.

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

Dated 30th August 2017

An application registered, (PR: 13252)*, for construction of a 3- Storey Hotel/ Condominium Building and Ancillary Development have been submitted to the department of planning for consideration of Outline Development Permission by (LIME ROCK LTD)*. The location is PARCEL 60812/68&66 which is in the Lower Bight area of Providenciales.

Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of planning, Downtown, Town Center Mall, Providenciales, within twenty eight (28) days of publication of this notice

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PROGRAM AND EVENT COORDINATOR

MERIDIAN CLUB

Destination Management Company is looking for a highly professional, self motivated person with proven program management and event coordination skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Creating innovative estimates, programs and events for groups from 2 to 170 attendees showcasing the islands, while staying within allotted budget and meeting clients needs • Maintaining strong working relationships with local vendors and resorts • Negotiating contracts with hotels and service providers. Keeping up to date database of providers and services • Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with overseas clients, attending industry trade shows and meetings in the US when necessary • Developing and confidently delivering oral presentations to potential and current clients, both small and large groups • Managing of operational and fiscal activities including: agendas, budgets, pre and postevent evaluations, review and payment of event bills, maintenance of records of event aspects and financial details • Marketing through design of websites and social media promotion SKILL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE • Minimum of 5 years experience in event planning and program coordination essential • Proven knowledge of event logistics,

accounting and budgeting • Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and decision making skills • Excellent multi-tasking and problem solving ability • Strong local knowledge and the ability to promote Turks and Caicos as a destination to foreign markets • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with program management staff, team members, vendors and guests • Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively, ability to accept constructive criticism from clients, adherence to company policies • Effective networking and identification of new sales opportunities and clients • A strong work ethic and flexibility to adapt to a variety of business and social situations.

• Full working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, QuickBooks.

Knowledge of Web design, blogging and marketing through social media essential.

Mac system knowledge also an advantage • Full understanding and ability to work within EVED platform, including E360 • Flexibility, with long working hours, evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Required hours vary daily depending on season • Physical endurance as most events take place outdoors.

Responsible for carrying out the daily duties of a Marie Mechanical Technician, including but not limited to the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of marine diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drive train and related electronical equipment. Knowledge of maintenance and upkeep of small-med. sized vessels.

Yamaha engine experience required.

Computer knowledge. Boat Captain as needed for staff, freight and guest transportation, captain’s license required. These are vacant positions; not work permit renewals. preference will be given to Turks Islanders.

Pleas apply by sending all applications by email to manager@meridianclub.com

Please forward resume, passport photo and references to: nila@niladestinations.com Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

BOAT MECHANIC/ CAPTAIN

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36 CLASSIFIEDS ADAMS HAIRBRAIDING SALON BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER Salary: $100 per week

ANTONIO GAMEL CLARE GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 343-4420

CONTACT: 245-4020

Salary: $6.50 per hour

ERIKA MEP SERVICES

JOSEPH MORLEY

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Is seeking to employ a

LABOURERS

to work on construction sites.

For chores such as: • Jack Hammering • Trenching • Laying conduits in open trenches • General construction site works.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

MASON

Interested individuals should submit their applications to polkadotz@yahoo.com Or call Erika at 649-241-0101

CONTACT: 244-2541

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GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

A small Electrical Construction Company needs

BETTY LOUISE HIGGS

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 342-3525

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Salary: $400.00 per week

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Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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WARDS CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients Villa Del Mar, Queen of the Sea, Noel Abougoush, Faces and Fingers, Complete Construction and Pansy’s Kitchen.

POOL ATTENDANT $ 8.50 per hour COO $400 per week MASSEUSE $3000 per month LABOURER $7.00 per hour CARPENTER $15.00 per hour DOMESTIC WORKER $6.50 per hour DOMESTIC WORKER $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-7212

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TCMILLWORK LTD.

Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South dock road, P.O. box 238. Providenciales. Turks & Caicos Islands

Machinery Technician

Position: Laborer

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in maintaining, adjusting, tuning and repairing woodworking machinery. Such as 5 heads molder machine, hydraulic press, planner, shaper, thickness sander, etc.

• Trained to fit this position.

Salary at $8.00 per hour Position:

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in helping in the department of finishing, woodworking, joinery and cabinet making.

Salary at $8.00 per hour

Lathe operator/Cabinet maker SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making.

• Trained to operate lathe machine.

Salary at $8.00 per hour

BUTLER SERVICE MANAGER Qualifications and experience A self-motivated, highly service orientated individual who uses own initiative. The candidate must have a good command of English, excellent communication skills and be prepared to work long hours, week-ends and holidays. Candidate is expected to be hardworking, trustworthy and a team player.

Summary of duties and responsibilities • The leadership and administration of the butler staff. Experience in a managerial position is essential.

• Assist in other areas as deemed necessary.

• Oversee housekeeping efforts of the butler team • Serving food and drinks and assisting the chef, therefore a background in F&B is essential.

• A knowledge and understanding of utility meters, & simple pool maintenance is an advantage since this position reports to the property manager for such issues.

• Must be computer literate in order to present guest charges to villa manager.

• A willingness to perform a variety of functions that may not be listed above in order to enhance guest’s stay.

• Running errands on behalf of the Resort Manager, as well as guests/owners therefore a clean driver license is essential.

• Must have at least 2 years management experience The successful candidate must also be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays etc.

This position reports directly to the Resort Manager Remuneration: - $3,000.00 a month.

This AD is for a work permit. However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders. Potential Turks and Caicos Islands candidates should also submit copies of their application to the Labor Board.

DUTIES: Keep machinery in operable condition.

Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

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TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following:

KERVIN CONSTRUCTION – GLASS SHACK Labourer $6.50 per hour JEREMIE DEMESVA – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour

A luxury Resort property is looking to fill the following positions.

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR POSITION: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry.

• Must be familiar with operation of all current woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices.

• Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings.

• English speaking, bilingual preferred.

ISLAND STEEL FABRICATORS – SOUTH DOCK Labourer $6.50 per hour STEN CLARKE – FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.50 per hour HAIRTASTIC BEAUTY – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour DENISE SMITH – BLUE HILLS Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour HIGHER LEVEL CONSTRUCTION – BLUE HILLS Plumber $10 per hour ISLAND CLOTHING – BLUE HILLS Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour MONIQUE LOUIS – KEW TOWN Labourer $6.50 per hour TERRENCE TAYLOR – SOUTH DOCK Labourer $6.50 per hour

HUDSON STEPHEN JENNINGS – BLUE HILLS MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Labourer $6.50 per hour NATHALIE MOHAMMED – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour NEVARDE SMITH – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour Lucas Construction Unlimited-Kew Town Labourer $6.50 per hour CLAUDE CONSTRUCTION – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour IMPRESSION BEAUTY SALON – KEW TOWN Labourer $6.50 per hour EMMANUEL BELIZAIRE - FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.50 per hour ODIANA BAUVOIR – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour ADAMS HAIR BRAIDING SALON - BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour

BERRY FASHION SHOP – AIRPORT ROAD Labourer $6.50 per hour

PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION – FIVE CAYS Painter $10 per hour

BLAZE CONSTRUCTION – JUBA SOUND Labourer $6.50 per hour

RONIA DORMEUS PIERRE – KEW TOWN

Babysitter $6.25 per hour ISLAND PRO FINISH – LEEWARD HIGHWAY Labourer $6.50 per hour BENSON EDWARD RIGBY – FIVE CAYS Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour TAYLOR’S VARIETY STORE – LEEWARD PALMS Labourer $6.50 per hour SYGNAL MCNEAL PARKER – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour MARIE JOSEPH & OLEM SEIDE Labourer $6.50 per hour WILLIAM LESLIE MILES – LONG BAY Labourer $6.50 per hour DONNY C. NAVIL – FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.50 per hour LATISHA & SHERLICIA SHOP Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour R&C VARIETY STORE – FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.25 per hour ALCES SINOUS-FIVE CAYS Truck Driver $6.50 per hour SAMANTHA CHARLESLOWER BIGHT Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-7878

Please apply in writing to Human Resources, Beach Enclave, G202 Regent Village, Providenciales, email: jasmine@ beachenclave.com, 1 649 941 8887.

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THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

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SOKOL LTD. Is seeking to employ a

ALPHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

MAINTENANCE MAN

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

to perform upkeep tasks such as repairs and cleaning. You will be responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensuring facilities are tidy and functional. Being reliable with a keen eye for detail is the first step to getting this job. The ideal candidate will have experience and solid technical knowledge. You must also possess manual dexterity and physical stamina.

Alpha Christian Academy is seeking

RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc.

• Do garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc.

• Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations • Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems • Experience using hand and electrical tools • Very good communication and interpersonal skills Position is currently held by a work permit holder. Beginning salary Commensurate with experience.

QUALIFIED PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS Qualifications • Must be a Christian Believer.

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Teaching (Secondary) Associate Degree minimum requirement for Primary.

• Be an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join a dedicated, well-established team of teachers within our successful school to • (Experience using the A Beka Curriculum a plus but not required) In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the successful candidate will demonstrate essential

professional characteristics and in particular will: • Inspire trust and confidence in students, parents and colleagues.

• Ensure consistent high quality curriculum delivery and learning outcomes for students.

• Maintain high standards in planning, classroom delivery and the use of assessment.

• Be committed to creating a stimulating, learning environment for the students.

• Be ambitious about young children and their education.

• Promote the wider aspirations and values of the school.

Salary Range -$ 15,000K – 23,000K

Candidates should submit their resume to via email to:nikkihanna545@hotmail.com

Interested Applicants please email all applications to info@saunders.tc or Fax: 649-941-4500

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GREAT HOUSE MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED DBA SAILROCK RESORT

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Newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

is seeking a

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER JOB SUMMARY

CHEF / GENERAL CARETAKER

Required one Chef / General Caretaker for a large vacation home and part time rental villa located on Providenciales.

Main responsible will include preparing meals and attending to the Employers family and rental guests and general caretaking of the property.

THE APPLICANT: • Must have knowledge and ability to prepare both simple and complex dishes. Be able to follow recipes precisely or improvise where necessary and must be experienced with food storage, preparation and sanitary procedure.

• Must be proficient in Laundry services, general cleaning, purchasing of grocery and household items taking guests to and from the Airport, running general errands.

• Must have excellent customer service skills and must possess a polished appearance and a professional demeanour with friendly, courteous, and professional manners.

• Must be willing work weekends and public holidays and demonstrate the ability to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely and systematic manner.

• Will be required to live at the property in service quarters and to make themself available for assistance of the employer and family or rental guests on short notice at any hour, day or night.

• Must have valid driver’s licence.

• Must be good with children and with Pets • Must be computer and email literate • Must be able to do simple accounts and manage a household supplies float.

All interested candidates must submit their resume to Twa Marcelin Wolf P.O. Box 209 by September 15, 2017 15935

The Sailrock Resort Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of all of Sailrock Resort’s food & beverages operating outlets (Restaurants, Bars, In room Dining, Fresh Market and Beach Services). The Food and Beverage Manager will also be required to manage, train, and develop team members and work within a set budget.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Arrive on time and be fully present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays • Plan and develop beverage menus along with Executive Chef • Ensure security of restaurant access, products and hotel property • Full operation of all aspects of 50+ seat restaurant • Provide excellent customer service • Strong customer service orientation and skills • Proactively solve problems and mitigate risks • Frequent sitting, standing and walking, may be required for long periods of time • Climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain.

• Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• • • • • • • •

1-2 years of experience in a similar nature or capacity Punctual, detail oriented, and positive Excellent time management and delegation skills Knowledge of menu planning and proven aptitude for restaurant management Excellent organizational and leadership skills Ability to lead and manage a team toward specific performance goals Self-motivating and results oriented Proficiency in MS Office, Squirrel Restaurant OS and FB Micros

SALARY RANGE

• $30,000 - $36,000 yearly

Please submit applications to the Human Resources & Operations Manager, Keno Forbes:

• Drop Off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales or Sailrock Resort, South Caicos • Fax: (312) 376-2056 • Email: HumanResources@SailrockResort.com • Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.

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38 CLASSIFIEDS RETREAT FITNESS AND YOGA Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 431-7039

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SALOMON ALTIDOR GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-6432

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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TCI AGENCY SERVICES WELLNESS SPA

Massage Therapist- Mobile Specialize in tear drop massage Salary: $6.25 plus commission Held by work permit holder

DOM DESIGN

Contact: 241-5678 for more information

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS TCI CONSULTING SERVICES LTD. Is seeking one

(1) RESPONSIBLE DRIVER • Must be willing to work 6 days a week and work holidays and weekends.

• To collect payments and complete logs and reports • Proven work experience as a driver

CONTACT: 232-4442

CONTACT: 341-1373

Salary: $400 per week

Domestic Worker Salary: $6.50 per hour

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CARPENTER

AUTO MECHANIC

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Cleaner Salary: $6.25 per hour Held by work permit holder

ABILO PIERRE

Qualified telephone Technicians Salary: $8.00 per hour

7 INSPIRED MEN LTD

SUPER CLEANING SERVICES

Sales Person Salary: $6.50 per hour

VALUE TECH SOLUTIONS

TEN & SANCHEZ Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of our clients

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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Salary: $8.00 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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TITAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Seeks for the upcoming season a business development consultant to revitalize and remorph an established business on Salt Cay. This is a short term assignment of 6 months. Candidate should ideally have knowledge of international cuisine, such as Italian, French, Chinese, Indian. In addition, knowledge of sushi preparation, raw food and health conscious cooking is essential.

MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS (MIN 5 YRS EXPERIENCE) CONSIST OF: • Renewal and creation of new sales.

• Redefining internal and external communications.

• Create new supplier database.

• Instigate company processes to save money both short and long term.

• Reduce costs of supplies.

• Create close relationships with local agents and suppliers.

• Creation of a belonger training programme in the fields of scuba diving, • health food preparation and international cuisine.

Qualifications: A Padi Advanced Certification, Power Boat 2 handling license, Certified to Level 2 and 3 food and hygiene. Knowledge of foreign languages is desirable.

Salary: Commensurate with training and experience.

Starting Date: Negotiatiable.

REQUIREMENTS A valid TCI Driver’s License and good driving record

Interested Applicant’s please apply with full CV and copy of driver’s license to jobsinformation.tci@gmail.com

Resumes to be sent to: Titan Businesses Development Services, Attn: HR Dept. P.O. Box 202, Grand Turk or tdb@ titanservices.biz Note: Please respond no later than 11 September 2017.

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QUALITY FOOD SERVICES / QUALITY FOOD WORLD

QUALITY FOOD SERVICES / QUALITY FOOD WORLD

Assistant Store Manager

Warehouse and Fleet Supervisor

78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays Are now interviewing for the following position:

78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays Are now interviewing for the following position:

• Must have prior experience managing more than 50 employees in a fast paced environment.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more.

• Must have past experience and be willing and able perform the following tasks, stocking shelves, cleaning, operating a cash register, assisting customers, performing accounting functions, working within extreme temperature conditions both very cold and very hot environments.

• Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT. • Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends. The majority of the work schedule will consist of evening and weekend and holiday hours as this is when our business is servicing the most amount of customers.

• Must be able to stand the majority of the day under normal working conditions.

• Must have extended purchasing experience both locally and overseas.

• Must be proficient in: Microsoft Excel, Word.

• Must have the ability and past experience of maintaining and encoding a POS System, including Quick Books Program.

Please apply within @ Quality Food Service, 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays or contact 941-7939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

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• Must have prior experience managing multiple employees in a fast paced environment.

• Must have Food Service Experience communicating with Chefs and Purchasing Departments.

• Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT. • Must be have experience as a Prior Butcher and have the capability to train new Butchers as well as supervising the current Butcher Staff.

• Must have experience in operations of a BIRO 3334, Hill Phoenix Freezer and other necessary operating equipment within the Butcher Room.

• Must have experience, preferably a certification for operating a Fork Lift and Electric Jack.

• Must have prior experience in basic maintenance and repair for these items as well.

• Must have experience managing a company vehicle fleet of at least 7 vehicles and respectively be able to mechanically (within season) maintain that fleet.

• Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends.

• Must have the ability and past experience of maintaining and encoding a POS System, including Quick Books Program.

Please apply within @ Quality Food Service, 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays or contact 941-7939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

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IT AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Required one IT and General Maintenance Technician for a large vacation home and part time rental villa located on Providenciales.

Main responsibilities will include maintenance of the various electronic systems of the property and upkeep and caretaking of the property.

THE APPLICANT MUST: • be able to carry out general maintenance around the property.

• have Superior communication (oral and written), customer service and interpersonal skills.

• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting ability.

• Must have valid driver’s licence and be able to drive 2-wheel and 4-wheel vehicle .• Will be required to live at the property in service quarters and to make themself available for assistance of the employer and family or rental guests on short

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QUALITY FOOD SERVICES 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays Are now interviewing for the following position:

Frozen Food Service Order Picker

notice, day or night • Be able to drive and escort guests of the villa to different locations • run errands related to the up keep and functioning of the property • Inspect plumbing for leaks, clean aerators on faucets • Clear dead plants/shrubs from the house.

• Treatment of sinks, floors and tiles with disinfectants • Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.

• Both independent and team worker, as required.

• MS Office proficiency and trackingsoftware familiarity.

• Poised and patient when dealing with clients.

• must have advanced IT skills in order to maintain and repair various automated systems at the property • Must be willing work weekends and public holidays.

All interested candidates must submit their resume to Twa Marcelin Wolf P.O. Box 209 by September 15, 2017.

• Must have at least (2) years experience working with both Dry and Perishable Food Service Products.

Must be able to identify these products, including, but not limited to, different cuts of meat such as pork, chicken, beef and as well seafood and other frozen and dry food service products. Must be able to read and write English and to be familiar with the different pack sizes and brand names as well.

• Must have a sense of urgency and be able to work under limited time constraints.

• Picks orders regularly throughout the day for Food Service Customers, mostly restaurants.

• Must be able to lift 65 pounds or more regularly throughout the shift.

• Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT up to 70% of the time, temperature is minus (10) degrees Fahrenheit or minus (23) Celsius.

• Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends. The majority of the work schedule will consist of evening, weekend and holiday hours as this is when our business is servicing the most amount of customers.

• Must be able to stand the majority of the day.

Please apply within @ Quality Food Service, 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays or contact 941-7939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

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The Meridian Club is currently looking for persons to fill the following positions:

VIP BUTLER

DOCK MASTER

Responsible for coordinating and supervising daily operations of the marine department including training marine personnel. Ability to set-up and establish procedures and systems for running the marine department. Computer literate. Knowledge of handling and maintaining small and medium sized vessels up to 30ft. In depth knowledge of Yamaha 4 stroke and competency with Etec 2 stroke motors and superficial knowledge of other manufacturer’s motors. First aid and marine rescue experience required. Must live on Pine Cay. Salary based upon experience. Qualified Belongers should email their resume to manager@meridianclub.com & to the TCI Labour dept. Interviews will be held for qualified candidates.

K9 SECURITY DOG HANDLER

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A self-motivated, highly service orientated individual who uses own initiative. The candidate must have a good command of English and excellent communication skills and be prepared to work long hours, week-ends and holidays. Candidate is expected to be hardworking, trustworthy and a team player.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES: • As a team, the officer and K9 tours and inspect facility and Islands frequently to assist in maintaining a safer and more secure environment.

• Assists with the welfare and safety of guests • Assists employees with security related matters.

• Responds to all emergency codes for assistance and control.

• Monitor and investigate suspicious activity.

• Monitor and check-in contractors.

• monitor and reviews cameras, secures doors and monitors docks • Investigates and completes written reports of complaints, critical security incidents and unusual activities involving employees and visitors; submits all reports to the security leadership by the end of the shift in which the report occurs. Maintain an accurate log of all relevant security activities during each shift. Maintain accurate K9 training logs and monthly activities.

• Provide daily care of the K9 to include feeding, exercising, grooming, medical care, and cleaning of the K9s kennel. Keep the K9 physically fit through training and exercise.

• • • •

QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma; • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in military or law enforcement; • -K9 handler training from a government approved training facility; • Minimum of 2 years' experience in supervising or managing in a similar role; • Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day; • Must be speak Dutch.

Salary: Start at $1,500.00, Qualified Belongs Send Resumes to: security@ meridianclub.com

Remuneration: - $2,275.00 a month.

Note: Please respond no later than September 20, 2017. All qualified applicants will be interviewed.

The leadership and administration of the villa staff.

Assist in other areas as deemed necessary.

Housekeeping to the highest standards Serving food and drinks and assisting the chef, therefore a background in F&B is essential.

• A knowledge and understanding of utility meters, & simple pool maintenance is an advantage since this position reports to the property manager for such issues.

• Must be computer literate in order to present guest charges to villa manager.

• A willingness to perform a variety of functions that may not be listed above in order to enhance guest’s stay.

• Take care of VIP guest for the property • Conduct Property Tours • Must have previous butler experience The successful candidate must also be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays etc.

This position reports directly to the Head Butler

This AD is for a work permit. However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders. Potential Turks and Caicos Islands candidates should also submit copies of their application to the Labor Board.

Please apply in writing to Human Resources, Beach Enclave, G202 Regent Village, Providenciales, email: jasmine@beachenclave.com, 1 649 941 8887 15955

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40 CLASSIFIEDS

ANNAL HANDFIELD NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

ARNOLD GARDINER NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

BANM PAM ELECTRIC Is seeking to employ a

ENEROLISA SWANN Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPERS Salary: $200 per week

Salary: $6.25 per hour

342-3793

BLUE MOUNTAIN MANAGEMENT LTD. Requires

LABOURER HELPER LABOURER CONTACT: CONTACT: Salary: $ 6.25 per hour

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242-4990

Must be available to work 7 days per week and must be able to speak English salary $7.00 per hour.

Applications should be received by September 15th, 2017

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 344-0872

Please email all resumes to: emma@bluemountain.tc

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 345-3825

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FLAMINGO CAFÉ

FS DESIGNS

HILTON FORBES

is currently looking to employ a

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

BUTLER

BARTENDER Salary: $6.50 per hour

LABOURER

CONTACT: 946-4343

CONTACT: 241-1019

GENERAL LABOURER LABOURER LABOURER

15966

Hourly rate @ $10.00.

Please forward resume to Wendyhandfield@yahoo. com

15985

15972

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15993

15970

GLASS SHACK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15989

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

FIELD ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engage in site layout, cost estimating, construction planning, scheduling, material procurement, quality control, and job site safety.

• Provide and maintain horizontal and vertical survey control by use of a level, GPS, total station, etc., including organized documentation of survey notes.

• Perform quantity tracking (including calculations) and cost coding for purposes of productivity analysis and accurate job cost forecasting.

• Initiate progress and final payments with owners and subcontractors.

• Prepare daily reports as related to crews, progress and issues.

• Provide document control for correspondence, submittals, RFI’s, etc.

• Assist in the preparation of final records for the project, including as-builts.

• Work with foreman to ensure structures are built in conformance with the contract requirements.

• Coordinate and monitor the work of subcontractors.

• Represent HCL in a business-like and professional manner.

• Assist in carrying out a variety of basic

field duties at the job site related to general construction.

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

QUALIFICATIONS

COMPENSATION

• $52K – $65K

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at

15984

ISLAND PRO FINISH Is seeking to employ a

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15971

JULIA HELEINA JOSEPH BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $8.00 per hour

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 343-0457

CONTACT: 242-5405

15988

15974

CONTACT: 331-3887

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15973

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. is seeking to employ a

ASPHALT HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS RESPONSIBILITIES

• Degree in Civil Engineering &/OR • Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar field • Must be able to read and interpret drawings and specifications.

• Must have the ability to perform and be proficient in geometrical and mathematical calculations.

• Must have knowledge and ability necessary to perform layout and surveying.

• Must have knowledge of basic computer systems and software.

• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Must be willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License

C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

These positions are for work permit renewal

• Control and guide machines to lay asphalt.

• Fill tanks or hoppers with paving materials.

• Spread stone, concrete, or asphalt on roadbeds.

• Smooth out stone or concrete using special attachments.

• Ensure all machines are well-oiled, serviced, and inspected.

• Coordinate materials at job site.

• Shovel and remove blacktop.

• Operate tamping machines or manually roll surfaces to compact earth fills, foundation forms, and finished road materials, according to grade specifications.

• Operate other machines such as loaders, dump trucks, and distributor trucks.

• Push dump trucks to maintain flow of asphalt into hoppers.

• Drive or attach machines onto tractor trailers.

• Install dies or cutters to screeds.

• Break up pavement with machines

using hammers.

• Light burners on machines and regulate screed temperatures.

• Ensure uniform thickness of mat in accordance with job specs • Operate other construction equipment • Assist Foreman in various construction activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years asphalt crew experience • Must have own vehicle to travel to work

SKILLS

• • • • • •

Able to recognize drainage issues Good physical strength Good physical stamina Good manual dexterity Great attention to detail Works well as part of a team

COMPENSATION

• $40K - $52K

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at

15981

C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

15982

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GARLAND & CO Barristers & Attorneys

On behalf of our clients we are looking for candidates to fill the below vacancies:

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. is seeking to employ a

CRANE OPERATOR MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Discharge and Backload container vessels • Ensure that the equipment is serviced and certified to carry out duties • Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor • Operate Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager as it relates to Stevedoring Work at the Port of Providenciales and/or the Port of Grand Turk, including Crane, Top Loader, Reach Stacker, Front Loader, Man Lift, Excavator, Jockey Truck, Fork Lift and Scale.

• Discharge and backload ships using Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager.

• Discharge cement/blocks from ships using Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager.

• Discharge of bulk aggregate and sand from ships using Equipment as directed by the Terminal Manager.

• Loading of full container loads (FCL) onto trucks and chasse.

• Stocking palletized cargo.

• Stocking empty units/containers.

• Assisting with the disposal of garbage and debris from ships.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Crane Operation.

• Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work.

• Must be available for emergency calls and be able to work at nights and weekends.

• Must submit a clean driver’s license • Minimum of high school passes in English and Mathematics or any other technical subject • (Preference given to certification in Crane operation) • Must be Crane Inspection and Certification Bureau certified (CICB) • Must be able to speak fluent English language

• Full-Time

is looking to employ a

PLEASE FORWARD RESUME TO WENDYHANDFIELD@ HOTMAIL.COM

Please submit applications to main office at

15986

15977

KITEPROVO LONG BAY BEACH

CERTIFIED KITEBOARD INSTRUCTORS DUTIES: TEACHING ALL LEVELS OF KITEBOARDING Looking to hire 7 Kiteboard Instructors.

Must have a minimal of 5 years’ teaching experience. Must be certified kiteboard instructor. Salary commensurate with experience. The position is currently held by a work permit holder.

TELEPHONE: (649)441-5483 info@kiteprovo.com 15972

15983

Private Chef

A chef is required to work in a private villa resort. The successful candidate must possess the following skills: • Preferably at least 5 years’ experience in a luxury hotel, restaurant or as a personal chef in a private residence • He/she must possess the ability to prepare a range of international cuisines (Asian, fusion cuisine, French, Italian), as well as cater to guests individual dietary preferences that includes vegetarian, vegan, kosher, organic diets etc.

• Full ability and responsibility to take on menu planning and food preparation for house parties, BBQs, business meetings • Maintain the cleanliness and proper sanitation of kitchen at all times including deep cleaning of appliances, pots and pans, kitchen tools etc.

• Exercise good cost control, presenting monthly monitoring and replenishment of stocks and supplies • Computer literacy would be an advantage but not essential with the ability to record and present invoices and purchases in an accurate manner.

THE CANDIDATE MUST ALSO:

• • • • • •

KAS CLEANING

Hourly rate @ $8.00

POSITION TYPE

Edith L. Gray – Domestic Worker Sheren Prospere – Domestic Worker Vanis Variety Shop - Store Clerk Edmee A. Robinson – Store Clerk Save By Grace Restaurant – Kitchen Assistant Michaelle Barber Shop – Barber Olem Seide Island Drywall Finish – Drywall Finisher/ Carpenter Maxxavano D. Thomas - Painter

Please submit applications to Unit 12 La Vista Azul, Turtle Cove, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

E-mail alvingarland@garlandandco.com | Tel: 941-5075

CLEANER

COMPENSATION

• $40K - $52K

C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

Kenneth & Son Garbage Disposal Services – 3 Labourers SHA Construction - Labourer Doctor Rebar Construction - Labourer Nanelle J. Francois – Labourer Lunia Jean – Labourer Letita L. Brumvert – Domestic Worker Garland and Co. – Domestic Worker Quantum Company Ltd. – Domestic Worker

Be willing to work flexible hours, weekends, holidays etc.

Be able to work within a team, be reliable and trustworthy Be extremely well presented and have a good command of English Must possess a clean driver’s license in order to run errands Must be prepared to carry out duties when guest are not in house Preference will also be given to individuals who have worked within a 5 star luxury environment

This position reports directly to the Resort Manager Remuneration - Salary is $3,000.00 a month This AD is for a work permit. However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders. Potential Turks and Caicos Islands candidates should also submit copies of their application to the Labor Board.

Please apply in writing to Human Resources, Beach Enclave, G202 Regent Village, Providenciales, email: jasmine@beachenclave.com, 1 649 941 8887

HERZOG CARIBBEAN LTD. is seeking to employ a

EARTHWORKS/ GRADING FOREMAN GENERAL

Supervises field operations for an Earthwork/Roadway/Grading project.

The Grading Foreman will directly supervise and coordinate activities of grading crew and may also engage in the trade work of the employees being supervised.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises grading crew.

• Reports on work to Superintendent.

• Experienced on all types of heavy equipment for dirt and site projects.

• Knowledgeable in the areas of dirt work, including excavation, grade work, surveying and final excavating work.

• Reads, understands, and interprets drawings and specifications.

• Monitors crews for organizational structure, sizing, crew mix ratios, and wage compliance in conjunction with Superintendent.

• Reports on time and materials.

• Monitors the implementation of safety orientations, safety indoctrinations, provides coaching for improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years earthworks/grading foreman experience • Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License

SKILLS

• Knowledge of the local customers, materials and specifications is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proven record of being a self-starter and able to work under limited supervision.

• Able to recognize drainage issues.

• Good physical strength.

• Good physical stamina.

• Good manual dexterity.

• Great attention to detail.

• Works well as team leader.

COMPENSATION

• Based on Experience

POSITION TYPE

• Full-Time

Please submit applications to main office at

15962

C 5-6 Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales TCI.

15980

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is currently looking to employ a

October 7-13, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

MAGALIE AMOS CHARLES GLASS SHACK Is seeking to employ a

MERLINE VARIETY STORE FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

MR. GROUPER Is seeking to employ a

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

FROST BITE - AIR CONDITIONING

REPAIRMAN

BUTLER Hourly rate @ $10.00 Please forward resume to Wendyhandfield@yahoo. com

15985

LABOURER Salary: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-2071

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15997

MASON Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 341-5919

15998

QUALITY UPHOLSTERY Down Town Is seeking to employ a

PRESTIGE BEAUTY SALON & BOUTIQUE is seeking employment for the following:

COOK Salary: $10.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 241-6780

Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: 432-0121 Held by a work permit holder

1 CERTIFIED FINISHING

CARPENTER/ SHOP FITTER

- $10.00 PER HOUR WITH 10 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE

2 CERTIFIED PAINTER SPECIALIST

Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: 442-5515

1 CERTIFIED MASON

CARETAKER

- $10.00 PER HOUR WITH 10 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE - $7.50 PER HOUR WITH 10 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE

PETER PARKER

MAINTENANCE MAN Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: 244-0399

RENEWABLE TCI

SIMEON CAMPBELL

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ

BEATRICE ROLLE

This positon is currently held by a work permit holder

15899

OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION

15929

LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

NEW APPLICATIONS CONTACT: 431-1241

SOON FATT RESTAURANT KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

1) SALON HELPER Interested candidate may contact 345-2403 regarding employment

MARIE BERTHA VOLCY-MORLEY seeking employment for the following:

MASON DOMESTIC LABOURER WORKER

COOK

CONTACT: 241-7541

CONTACT: 345-5113

Salary: $10.00 per week Must be willing to work 4 days per week

1) BABYSITTER Interested candidate may contact 346-1108 regarding employment

1600

15999

Salary: $6.50 per hour

Salary: $250 per week

CONTACT: 347-5541

15974

CONTACT: 241-9626

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16002

Salary: $300 per week Must be willing to work 6 days per week

15976

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

NOTICE The Environmental Impact Assessment ("EIA") for Desarrollos Hotelco TCI Development Ltd. Planning Application PR. 12462 (Ritz Carlton Hotel Development) has been finalized and is available online for review at https://www.gov.tc/pressoffice/927-ritz-carlton-resort-eia-final-report.

PHOTOGRAPHER Contact: info@myparadisephoto.com

Paradise Photography is looking for an experienced photographer with the following:

Physical copies are also available at the Department of Planning offices in Providenciales and Grand Turk for review.

The Environmental Impact Assessment was submitted in accordance with condition 25 of the Grant of Outline Development Permission, Planning Application PR. 12462 for the Ritz Carton Hotel Development granted on August 15, 2016.

Comments on the EIA can be sent to the Department of Planning at planningconsultation@gov.tc or to the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales or at South Base, Grand Turk by or before November 2, 2017.

A public consultation meeting on the EIA will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2017 at the Gustavus Lightbourne Auditorium, Providenciales at 5:30 p.m.

Paradise Photography

15978

• minimum 3 years professional photography experience, which includes working for a photography business/company.

• Experience with doing weddings as a primary shooter.

• Demonstrated experience with portraits and posing groups and individuals • Experience processing images using artistic filters • High level of client relations skills, including experience with on-line postings of galleries and fulfilling client photo orders • Knowledge of File Transfer Protocols and other internet based mediums • Design experience • Formal training in photography • Demonstrated skill in shooting and processing RAW images using professional grade raw processors (e.g., Photoshop, Lightroom).

• A working knowledge of studio photographic techniques using studio equipment, lighting and background gear • sales experience in selling photographic products • has camera, professional lenses and lighting gear and computer Salary: Commission based Additional: applicant must have professional camera gear and computer equipment/programs to process files.

Applications must be submitted to: info@myparadisephoto.com This position is NOT for work permit renewal 15834

October 7-13, 2017

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TCI AGENCY SERVICES

Acting on behalf of their clients who are seeking the following

TEN & SANCHEZ Is seeking to employ a

THELMA VAN ALSTINE GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

V&M SECURITY Is seeking to employ a

JUDY MINI BAR

VIOLETTE L MORLEY/ V&D GROCERY STORE Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

ALPHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID Salary: $6.25 per hour TWO SONS RESTAURANT AND BAR

BARMAID Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5678 Positions held by work permit holder

15990

ANDRE JEANNERET LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

GARDENER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 332-5032 Position held by a work permit holder

16023

CARIBBEAN PLACE OWNERS ASSOCIATION is looking for a

MASON Salary: $9.00 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 232-4442

15992

ANNIE JEAN ADAMS Is seeking to employ a

HELPER Salary: $100 per week

CONTACT: 243-1411 Held by a work permit holder

15922

SECURITY OFFICER Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURER Salary: $6.50

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION

BUILDING MATERIALS

Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 332-5032

16014

CASABLANCA CASINO

Is looking for a candidate in the following FULL TIME position

CASINO CASHIER Salary: $10 per hour

GARDENER

To work 5 days. The salary is $440.00 per week. The contact number is

941-3082

16035

CANDIDATES MUST HAVE AT LEAST 2 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN THE SAME FIELD. FULL KNOWLEDGE OF CASINO CASH DESK SYSTEM, TAHOE SLOT SYSTEM, AML $ CTF REQUIREMENTS, CREDIT CARD TRANSACTIONS, SECURITY POINT KNOWLEDGE OF US AND FOREIGN CURRENCY BILLS, UNDERSTANDING OF CASINO GAMES AND OPERATION, WILLING TO WORK NIGHT SHIFT, WEEKENDS AND ON PUBLIC HOLIDAYS.

Please drop off CV’s at Casablanca Casino.

Position held by a work permit holder 16034

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES JOCIUS CHARLES MILKA TOUSSAINT JOCENEL ROMAIN LUC FLERIGENE ELAND ALCIME MERIUS JOSEPH NATACHA CALIXTE AROLD COLAS YESMINE ADRIAN LUCIENNE FELIZOR JN MYRTO NOEL CHARLES LEGRAND SIDONY DUMEE VILMONA MONTELUS MYRLENE PIERRE ELIFETE XAVIER VILFORT DIEUJUSTE ZACHARIE PETIOTE

TAYLOR'S VARIETY STORE BELIZAIRE VARIETY STORE BLAZE CONTRACTING BLAZE CONTRACTING REASA SHERELLA LOUIS MERLINE VARIETY STORE TEKORA R.PRATT MARTINE SAINT LOUIS SHERFIELD A. FORBES JANET PETIOTE APPOLON NOEL AUDREY EWING CLUB SODAX KVANAR LTD SHERNIKA GIBSON KVANAR LTD LILUCE TILE BLAZE CONTRACTING

LEEWARD PALMS FIVE CAYS JUBA SOUND JUBA SOUND SOUTH DOCK FIVE CAYS BLUE HILLS FIVE Cays BLUE HILLS BLUE HILLS KEW TOWN LEEWARD HIGHWAY LEEWARD HIGHWAY LEEWARD HIGH PROVIDENCIALES LEEWARD HIGHWAY BLUE HILLS JUBA SOUND

CONTACT: 331-0865

LABOURER LABOURER LABOURER TILE LAYER CARPENTER MASON DOMESTIC LABOURER DOMESTIC DOMESTIC LABOURER LABOURER CLEANER LABOURER DOMESTIC LABOURER TILE LAYER LABOURER

6.5 6.5 10 PER HOUR 10 PER HOUR 10 PER HOUR 6.5 6.5 6.25 6.25 6.5 6.5 6.5 7 6.25 7 10 6.5 15967

15994

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

SALES ASSOCIATE Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 946-4131 Position is currently held by a work permit holder

16024

CHARLIE VARIETY STORE FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

TEACHER

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-4605

15987

CONTACT: 332-5032

CONTACT: 332-5032 Position held by a work permit holder

16022

C&J CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following: SHA Construction, The Chicken Shack, G&J construction, Standford Forbes, Maid To Clean, Beatrice Galloway, Pat Construction:

Carpenter: $8-10 per hour Steel Man: $7-10 per hour Mason/Plumber: $8-10 per hour Kitchen Helper: $6.25 per hour Caretaker: $6.25 per hour Cleaner: $6.25 per hour Gardener/Labourer: $6.25 per hour Held by work permit holders

CONTACT: DARLING86@HOTMAIL.COM

CULINARIA/ SEASIDE BEACH GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER BAKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

Five years of experience.

Need to provide qualifications. Salary: $1500 per month

Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 332-5032 P.O.Box 954

16004

DERRADO DEAN BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 332-5032

Position is currently held by a work permit holder

Position held by a work permit holder

DOVE RETAIL STORE

EASY SHOP

GESSIKA & JOB JULIEN

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

NANNY

CONTACT: 341-6002

CONTACT: 244-4857

CONTACT: 332-5032

16028

WHEELAND Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Position held by a work permit holder

16026

16025

Five Cays & Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Position held by a work permit holder

16029

Position is currently held by a work permit holder

16017

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

Position is currently held by a work permit holder

16027

44 CLASSIFIEDS GISELLE MEME WILLIAMS SOUTH DOCK

JOHANE BAPTISTE Is seeking to employ a

LAS BRISAS Is seeking to employ

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER SALARY: 4100.00 PER WEEK

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

16010

PAYLESS WAREHOUSE LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

October 7-13, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

BABYSITTER Salary: $150 per week

CONTACT: 333-2636 Position held by a work permit holder

1 WAITRESS $6.50 per hour 1 KITCHEN HELPER $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 946-5306

Held by a work permit holder

16003

ROSE SAM’S CONSTRUCTION Is seeking to employ

1 LABOURER 1 CLEANER

SAMUEL EMANUEL HALL Is seeking to employ a

NOSBEN CLERISIER VENETIAN ROAD Is seeking to employ a

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION

PAUL MCARTHUR DICKENSON

KEW TOWN

Is seeking to employ a

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

NANNY TILE LAYER HANDYMAN Salary: $ 250 per week

SALARY: $8.00 PER HOUR

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-2550

CONTACT: 331-9854

CONTACT: 241-9551

16018

15938

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TCI INDUSTRIAL SERVICES LTD Is seeking to employ a

HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

UNETTIE A. GARDINER Is seeking to employ a

Position is currently held by work permit holder

16016

WINKEY’S CATERING Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

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

BABYSITTER Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURER LABOURER DISHWASHER Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-1550

CONTACT: 342-2511

CONTACT: 241-0836

CONTACT: 343-1578

CONTACT: 244-4398

LABOURER Position is currently held by work permit holder

16015

Position held by a work permit holder

16030

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16011

Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to wo0rk 6 days per week

CONTACT: 941-4051

16007

Position held by a work permit holder

16019

Position currently held by a work permit holder

16021

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENTS WHO ARE SEEKING THE FOLLOWING

INTERNAL AUDITOR Marlin Limited requires an innovative, forward-thinking Internal Auditor who can assist us in evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of existing GRC and in adding value to and improving organizational operations, through assurance and advisory/consulting services (in house and externally). The successful candidate should also possess a thorough knowledge of accounting cycles and procedures and sound judgement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations • Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans • Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc • Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process • Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement • Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings • Maintain open communication with management • Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum • Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions • Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding applicable ordinances, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards

REQUIREMENTS

• BSc degree in Accounting or Finance • Proven working experience (2+ years) as an auditor (internal auditor and/or external auditor) • Qualified as a CIA or currently obtaining the CIA qualification (or equivalent) • Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases • Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports • Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations • High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills • Sound independent judgement Salary, $3,000 to $3,500 per month based on experience

Hand deliver you application to our office, Suite A210 Regent Village East, or email to resumes@marlintc.com.

16037

TAYLOR’S VARIETY STORE - LEEWARD PALMS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR BELIZAIRE VARIETY STORE - FIVE CAYS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR BLAZE CONTRACTING - JUBA SOUND

JANET PETIOTE - BLUE HILLS

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.50 PER HOUR APPOLON NOEL - KEW TOWN

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

AUDREY EWING

BLAZE CONTRACTING - JUBA SOUND

LABOURER: $ 6.50 PER HOUR

TILE LAYER: $10 PER HOUR REASA SHERELLA LOUIS - SOUTH DOCK

CARPENTER: $10 PER HOUR MERLINE VARIETY STORE - FIVE CAYS

MASON: $10 PER HOUR TEKORA PRATT - BLUE HILLS

- LEEWRD HIGHWAY

CLUB SODAX - LEEWARD HIGHWAY

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR KVANAR LTD - LEEWARD HIGWAY

CLEANER: $6.50 PER HOUR SHERNIKA GIBSON - PROVIDENCIALES

LABOURER: $7.00 PER HOUR

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.50 PER HOUR MARTINE SAINT LOUIS - FIVE CAYS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR SHERFIELD A. FORBES - BLUE HILLS

DOMESTIC WORKER: $ 6.25 PER HOUR

KVANAR LTD - LEEWARD HIGHWAY

LABOURER: $7.00 PER HOUR LILUCE TILE - BLUE HILLS

TILE LAYER: $10 PER HOUR BLAZE CONTRCTING – JUBA SOUND

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 241-7878

POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

15967

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

FLOWERS BY EA

TCI THRIFT AND VARIETY STORE

Is seeking to employ a

Is seeking to employ

FLORIST

Applicants must possess a minimum of five years’ experience as an acting florist, with relevant certification.

Must have extensive knowledge of tropical flowers, foliage and potted plants, including their names, seasonal availability and lifespan. Candidates must have experience using current styles in floral design while at the same time understanding the traditional use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc.

Interested applicants including Islanders/Belongers can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview

15996

STORE KEEPER DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.75 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 342-1520 OR 244-5535

16006

TCI PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY THE FOLLOWING

EDITH MOISE HALL

Domestic Worker: $6.25 per hour JHONSON DARNELLE L.CBLUE HILLS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR JEREMIE DEMESVARBLUE HILLS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR TERRENCE TAYLOR

LABOURER $6.50 PER HOUR MERLINE VARIETY STOREFIVE CAYS

MASON: $6.50 HOUR MARIE JOSEPH & OLE SEIDE- KEW TOWN

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

ISLAND STEEL FABRICATORS- SOUTH DOCK

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR MONIQUE LOUIS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR YERRLY CHARLES

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR NATALIE MOHAMMEDBLUE HILLS

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

NATHAN SMITH- GRAND TURK

LABOURER/HELPER: $6.50 PER HOUR SAG CONSTRUCION

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR RAINBOW CONSTRUCTIONAIRPORT ROAD

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR GEORGE DAMAS

MAINTENANCE MAN: $10.00 PER HOUR

SAMUEL STUBBS- KEW TOWN

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

RONALD GARDINER- KEW TOWN

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR D&B TILE

TILE LAYER: $6.50 PER HOUR PERRY WRIGHT

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR EXECUTIVE UNIQUE CUTS

BARBER: $6.50 PER HOUR DON LEROY HARVEY

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR FRANK CARLOS DUVERGE

MASON: $10 PER HOUR RAINBOW CONSTRUCTION-AIRPORT ROAD

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

JOSEPH OSWALD CAZI

CARETAKER: $6.25 PER HOUR

MARANATHA RETAIL

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR DAYNE ALLENBARY PRATT

HANDYMAN: $6.50 PER HOUR MICHEAL DELANO WILLIAMS SMITH SNR

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR MARK MENEIDE

MASON: $10 PER HOUR EZ CLEAN LAUNDRY

D&B TILE

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR M&W ELECTRICAL

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR GORDON BURTON

LABOURER

NATHAN GUSTAVE SMITH

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

EARL INGHAM

FISH HUT- BLUE HILLS

PIERRE JULMISTE

ABC BLUMING- GLASS SHACK

PASTOR LINE FRANCOISKEW TOWN

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR

COSMETOLOGIST

1 LABOURER 1 DRIVER

LABOURER

CONTACT: 24-6469

CONTACT: 244-8820

CONTACT: 241-9730

Salary: $250.00 per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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Salary: $6.25 per hour

Position is held by a work permit holder

16041

MIDDLE CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $150.00

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

16043

Blue Horizons Real Estate (dba Coldwell Banker Turks & Caicos) wishes to employ a

GENERAL MANAGER To assume responsibility for its day-to-day management and growth. The successful candidate will be an experienced manager with a proven track record and the ability to further develop the real estate, property management and vacation rental departments; proven people management, leadership, communication and organizational skills are essential.

Computer skills including competence with Quicken and Quick Books, all Microsoft Office Programs including PowerPoint & Publisher essential. Real Estate Sales training and development experience, AML training and reporting, Accounting and Budgeting, Human Resources, qualifications in IT and product development, marketing and database management experience required.

Ad is for renewal however this position is open to all qualified Turks and Caicos nationals.

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

MONIQUE J. MISSICK

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

LOTTIE HARVEY

Is seeking to employ

YVON JOSEPH PETIT

MACCENE DUVIGNOL

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

KAREN ADAMS POLLARD

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual prepared to work flexible hours including holidays, evenings and weekends. Salary range is $60,000 - $97,500.

K&T DISPOSABLE SERVICE

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

TOUCH OF CLASS

CLEANER: $6.25 PER HOUR

LUNIA JEAN

DOMESTIC WORKER: $6.25 PER HOUR

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MECHANIC: $10 PER HOUR LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

PLUMBER: $10 PER HOUR OLIN’S WATER DELIVERYKEW TOWN

LABOURER: $6.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 241-7878

THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

Applications will be accepted until October 20th, 2017. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the Labour Board. Apply in writing to: Mr. Stanley Williams, Blue Horizons Real Estate (Coldwell Banker Turks & Caicos), P.O. Box 775, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, or email reception@ coldwellbankertci.com. (649) 946-4969 tel; (649) 946-8969 (fax).

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Blue Horizons Real Estate (dba Coldwell Banker Turks & Caicos)

is looking for full time experienced, professional and motivated

SALES ASSOCIATES The position requires a minimum of 5 years experience in residential, commercial, condo/strata, freehold/leasehold sales.

Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized real estate course and be willing to take (and successfully pass) the TCREA real estate exam. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, online marketing, database management and advertising experience are required; applicant must be computer literate in all Microsoft Programs including Publisher and Power Point. Own vehicle, cell phone, camera and laptop computer are essential. The position will involve working long Resumes to be sent to Stanley Williams reception@ coldwellbankertci.com or call 649-946-4969 Coldwell Banker Turks & Caicos, La Petite Place, 12889

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JOB VACANCIES

We are seeking a skilled Sous Chef who can provide excellent International culinary skills, strong management and training skills and effective communication skills. The position involves working in the resort’s two restaurants, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The successful candidate will be a Sous chef who can bring variety; style and a high level of professionalism in order to achieve the highest possible culinary standards- an all- around of many cuisines with a background in International boutique properties.

In addition to formal professional qualifications, the successful candidate will have at least three years experience in luxury resorts or award winning restaurants.

Experience in matching food and wine would be great asset.

Base salary $26,400 - 31,200 range per annum commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Beach Attendant

Beach attendant with a proven record in taking care of sail boats, canoes, and surfing equipment. Minimum qualifications: Red Cross First Aid and Lifeguard Certificates.

Wage range $6.25 to $7.00 per hour depending on experience, plus service charge

Cook

Housekeepers/Laundry staff

We are looking for a trained and enthusiastic housekeeper to join our team.

The successful candidate will have several years experience in this position in a luxury hotel. Ability to work well under pressure and good communication skills, including excellent English, are essential; must have a pleasant and outgoing personality. In addition to regular housekeeping duties, the jobs include, turndown service, shifts in laundry, and common areas. Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Wages range: $6.25 to $6.50 per hour (commensurate with experience), plus service charge

Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a well-qualified candidate for the position of Maintenance Technician. We require an all-round Maintenance Technician with experience in plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, pool maintenance, tool and equipment maintenance, Klargester sewage systems, woodwork and general labour.

Candidate must be prepared to work weekends and holidays, and be oncall evenings.

Base salary range $22,000 to $25,000 per annum commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Waiter/Waitress

Candidates must have a minimum of four years’ experience in Hospitality Industry, in Food and Beverage operations. Service includes fine dining restaurant, pool and beach service and breakfast service. Knowledge of Micros POS is preferable but not essential.

The successful candidate is required to have experience with, preparing a variety of different cuisines in a fine dining environment. They will understand the importance of consistency and have knowledge of food preparation techniques and health and safety requirements.

Candidates must be prepared to work extended hours, split shifts and have flexibility with working days/nights/weekends and holidays as required.

Wage range: $6.25 to $8.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Duties include preparation of all food items according to standard by maintaining the highest quality and appearance of all food orders.

Candidate must also clean refrigerators and work areas.

Base salary $7.00 to $10.00 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Houseman/Bellman

Spa Therapist

Candidate must be prepared to work weekends and holidays.

Wage range: $6.25 to $7.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

We are seeking a qualified Spa Therapist with a minimum of five years’ experience for our Thalasso Spa. The successful candidate will be qualified to provide our spa clientele with high quality therapeutic treatments, including a full range of body massages, ear candling, lymphatic drainage, and pregnancy massages, as well as providing manicures and pedicures. This position will also assist the Spa Manager with day-to-day administrative duties, including inventory management, appointments, etc.

Salary: $750 to $1,000 per month and 10% - 12.5% commission on treatments provided, (both salary and commission commensurate with experience) plus service charge.

Successful candidates should have experience in a high end resort. Duties includes assisting of cleaning in guest rooms, carrying & replenishing linen, assist in the laundry areas as well as assisting with guest luggage as needed.

Guest Service Agent

Successful candidate should have experience in a high end resort. Duties include greeting and welcoming guest, along with booking tours and reserving dinner request. The successful candidate should also be well spoken and should possess basic telephone etiquette. Airport greeting will also be required at times. Customer service training certificates form AHLEI preferred.

Candidate must be prepared to work weekends and holidays.

Wage range: $6.25 to $8.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please submit applications to: Human Resources Manager, Point Grace Management, P.O. Box 700, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, Tel: (649) 946-5096; Fax (649) 946-5097; Email: humanresources@ pointgrace.com.

Interested Belongers must submit copies of their application to the Commissioner of Labour & Work Permit Board Zone 2. Closing date for application is October 13th 2017.

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Sports Interational Minnesota Lynx dynasty continues with fourth championship in seven years A new WNBA champion has been crowned.

After losing to Los Angeles in last year’s WNBA Finals and nearly blowing a doubledigit fourth-quarter lead, the Minnesota Lynx held on to exact revenge with an 85-

76 Game 5 victory over the Sparks Wednesday night. It marks Minnesota’s fourth WNBA championship since 2011.

The Lynx took an early firstquarter lead, and even though they only entered the second

quarter up 21-19, Minnesota held the momentum and warded off multiple Los Angeles comeback efforts.

Newly crowned Most Valuable Player Sylvia Fowles absolutely dominated Los Angeles on the glass, grabbing

PASSION BEAUTY SALON & SUPPLY

SANCHEZ & WILLIAMS CAFÉ

T-HOLDINGS/ TREVOR MUSGROVE

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

HAIRDRESSER Salary: $150 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 333-1236

OLD AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 231-2397

Held by a work permit holder

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

JACKLYN JEAN

VIRGUY VILMAR

16009

Is seeking to employ a

16044

Is seeking to employ a

20 rebounds — including seven offensive boards. In doing so, she broke her own record from Game 2 for most rebounds in a single WNBA Finals game.

Fowles snagged boards she had no business touching and set the tone for the Lynx as a team that would dominate the Sparks in the paint all night. As a team, Minnesota

out-rebounded Los Angeles 46-29, including 14-7 on the offensive glass. It’s almost impossible to compete if you’re getting bullied on the boards.

Is seeking to employ a

MASON Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 232-4336 Position is held by a work permit holder

Minnesota Lynx players celebrates the championship win.

16042

WILLIAM CECIL ASTWOOD Is seeking to employ a

PO Box 329, Graceway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Tel 649 333 5638 Email: director@provoprimary.com | Website www.provoprimary.com

LABOURER

GARDENER

CONTACT: 341-2314

CONTACT: 244-0660

Salary: $100 per week

Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

Held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 244-0660

TCI CONSULTING SERVICES LTD

TOP END MILLWORK

Held by a work permit holder

16049

16048

Is seeking one (1) responsible

16003

Millwork/ Finishing

DRIVER

Interested applicants please apply with full CV to jobsinformation.tci@gmail.com

16047

Key Stage One and Two teaching applicants must have an excellent working knowledge of the British National Curriculum Guidelines, holding a teaching degree or PGCE and have QTS status with at least 2 years experience teaching The British National Curriculum.

Early Years teachers must hold an NNEB, NVQ, Early Childhood Certificate, or equivalent and must have experience working with The Foundation Stage British National Curriculum

FURNITURE CARPENTER with five years'

Must be willing to work 6 days a week. Must be willing to work on holidays/weekends. Collect payments and complete logs and reports. Proven working experience as a driver, a valid driver’s license; good driving record with no traffic violations.

EARLY YEARS, KEY STAGE ONE AND TWO TEACHERS AND TEACHING ASSISTANTS

experience. Able to read drawing and run fabrication. Hourly Rate $6.75 per hour.

CONTACT: 332-3747

Held by a work permit holder

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Teaching assistant applicants must have experience working in an Early Years environment and/or hold an Early Childhood Certificate.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Please send or email letter of application, resume, and contact details together with the names and phone numbers of two referees and a police check to the Director at the above address.

The closing date for applications is 20th October 2017

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Ali was showing signs of brain damage when he was just 29, says new biography MUHAMMAD Ali was showing signs of brain damage when he was just 29, says author Jonathan Eig. While researching “Ali: A Life,” his meticulous and massive Ali bio, Eig discovered that one of the boxer’s corner men — a doctor — noticed signs of brain damage in 1971, the year he first fought Joe Frazier for the heavyweight title. But it would be another decade before Ali would bow out of the ring.

Eig told Confidential that he consulted with speech scientists to analyze Ali’s speaking abilities.

“We started in the late ’60s and tracked them into the early ’80s and it’s true that Ali was losing his speaking ability even by 1971,” the author explained. “His speech was declining in speed and clarity.

Over that 10-year span, he lost approximately 26% of his speaking rate, which is terrible and shouldn’t have declined at all.”

The boxing legend died in 2016 at 74. He had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s syndrome in 1984.

Eig says he was surprised, while reasearching the book, to learn how poorly Ali — who married four

Carlos Nuzman was allegedly involved in an operation to buy jurors’ votes during Rio’s bid to host the Olympic Games in 2016.

Brazilian Olympic Committee President Carlos Nuzman arrested The boxing legend was diagnosed with Parkinson’s syndrome in 1984.

times — treated women.

“He had endless affairs,” Eig says.

He spoke to over 200 people for the book, including Ali’s second wife, Belinda Boyd, who said that she would sometimes book extra hotel rooms for other women because she knew it was part of the drill. Ali would tell Boyd

that he would sleep with her the first two nights, a girlfriend the following two and someone he’d decide upon later for the rest.

The author said that what touched him about Ali was how humble he truly was despite the famous trashtalking and endless braggadocio.

BRAZILIAN Olympic Committee President Carlos Nuzman was arrested by Brazil’s Federal Police on charges of corruption Thursday, according to state-run news agency Agencia Brasil.

Nuzman was allegedly involved in an operation to buy jurors’ votes during Rio’s bid to host the Olympic Games in 2016.

The investigation, codenamed “Unfair Play,” also targeted the general director of operations for the organizing committee of Rio

2016, Leonardo Gryner, who was also arrested, according to Agencia Brasil.

Both men are being indicted for corruption, money laundering, and organized crime.

“The IOC’s Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer has asked the Brazilian authorities for full information in order to proceed with the IOC’s investigation, and has offered the IOC’s full cooperation,” said the International Olympic Committee in a statement.

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New NBA Draft Lottery allows worst three teams equal chance at No. 1 pick THE NBA’s competition committee recommended commissioner Adam Silver’s NBA Draft Lottery reform to its board of governors for a final vote, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski on Sept. 28, which they approved. The change will take place in 2019, allowing the worst three teams the same chance at the No. 1 pick.

The biggest proposed change in the draft lottery process is the new odds at the No. 1 overall pick. Currently, the NBA’s worst three teams bear 25.5 percent, 19.9 percent, and 15.6 percent odds, respectively, at the No. 1 pick.

Now that Silver’s reform is passed, the three worst teams will split 14 percent odds at the top draft pick in 2019 with the following teams dropping “incrementally by a percentage point or two,” according to Wojnarowski.

The punishment for losing the draft lottery is also slightly worse. The worst team has potential to fall to the No. 5 pick, the second-worst can fall to No. 6, and so on and so forth.

The competition committee also recommended Silver’s proposition to curb player resting during the regular season, according to Wojnarowski.

He would have the authority to fine

Adam Silver announced that the changes would take place in 2019.

teams for resting multiple players in a single game or healthy players in a national TV game.

Sources: In proposal, Silver has discretion to fine teams for resting multiple players in single game, or healthy ones in national TV games.

— Adrian Wojnarowski (@ wojespn) September 15, 2017 The draft lottery reform was approved by the NBA’s board of

governors for a final vote on Sept.

28. Since they voted in agreement with Silver’s reform, the new draft lottery will become legislation and take effect beginning in 2019.

So while the 2018 NBA Draft is loaded with big names like Michael Porter Jr., Luka Doncic, Marvin Bagley and more, it could be the last time we see teams racing to the bottom. (SBnation)

Stokes and Hales set for England central contracts Helcyann Sauver will focus on the sprints at her new school.

College student Sauver impresses track coach TWO seasons ago, national athlete Helcyann Sauver almost quit athletics due to injuries. Now the 19-year-old has impressed her new college coach to such an extent that he feels she has the potential to become great.

The freshman at Benedict College in South Carolina has been training at an elite level for the last few weeks.

“It’s really tough [training] and the amount of reps is ridiculous.

In high school we would get 5-6 300M, now we got 15 300M with less rest time in general prep. You don’t get time to breathe as you finish one you get another.”

The computer engineering major said that the coach ensures that all the athletes are up to standard.

“He does this thing where if one person on the team takes too long to do something he just adds more to the workout.”

The former Holmwood Technical High School (Jamaica) student said that the “track programme is set out to make a real athlete out of me.” Her focus will be the 100M and 200M. In terms of her academics, the CARIFTA Games bronze medallist (4X100M) feels that her classes are very manageable.

ALL-ROUNDER Ben Stokes is set to be awarded an England central contract when the list is announced on Friday.

The announcement was due on Wednesday but has been delayed.

Test vice-captain Stokes, 26, was arrested on suspicion of actual bodily harm in September after an incident outside a Bristol nightclub.

He and batsman Alex Hales, who is set for a renewed limited-overs contract, will not be considered for selection until further notice.

Stokes was arrested on a night out that followed England’s victory over West Indies in the third one-day international.

In the aftermath, Stokes and Hales, who voluntarily helped police with their enquiries, were left out of the fourth ODI. Stokes was still named in the squad that will tour Australia in defence of the Ashes.

After the touring party was named, the Sun newspaper published footage that allegedly showed Stokes involved in a street brawl.

Subsequently, the England and Wales Cricket Board said that

Ben Stokes has played 39 Tests for England.

Stokes, who suffered a broken hand, and Hales would not be available to

play for England until told otherwise.

(BBC)

PPL Awards set for October 21 The award ceremony for the Provo Premier League (PPL) will be held on Saturday October 21 at the Chopsticks Restaurant in Grace Bay according to PPL president Steven Kendrew.

Along with the PPL awards, the Master’s League and Beach Soccer League committees will also present their trophies.

The event will include a cash bar, a DJ and Asian style buffet from 18:30h.

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Keith Burant will look to build on the TCIRFU’s recent successes, which includes a win over the Bahamas senior national male team.

Burant returns as rugby president Billy Forbes scored back-to-back goals in his last two games.

San Antonio FC now tied for second on points in USL Western Conference – Leading scorer Forbes nets ninth goal NATIONAL captain Billy Forbes scored one of two goals for the San Antonio FC to propel them into second position (tied with two teams on points) when action in the United Soccer League (USL) Western Conference continued last Saturday at the ONEOK Field in Tulsa.

With back-to-back goals over the last two weeks, the former AFC

Academy player has pushed his tally of goals to nine this season—three more than in 2014, his previous best performance.

The 26-year-old TCI international, who is also the leading scorer of his team, said that he is enjoying his first season with San Antonio FC. “I’m having one of my best seasons. I’ve scored the most goals

I ever scored in one season as a professional.”

Forbes intends to make a bigger impact in the upcoming weeks, since he feels he has found form.

In the win against Tulsa Roughnecks last Saturday evening, he found the back of the net in the 88th minute of play with a right foot shot.

KEITH Burant returned to the helm of rugby for the 10th consecutive year when the elections of officer bearers of the Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union (TCIRFU) were held at the Meridian Field on Tuesday evening.

The long-serving official, who has propelled rugby into one of the country’s best sport, will again have Nik Hight as his vicepresident.

Gareth Butler was also re-elected as treasurer, while Simon Taylor would serve, at least another term, as club captain.

Davidson Silence was voted in as the new vice-captain, while Mark Francis was elected to the position of social secretary.

Tom Greenfield took over as public relations officer. He will have Robert Moxon as his deputy.

CONTINUOUS GROWTH

High on the agenda of the new executive is to grow the sport in the islands.

Greenfield told the Weekly News that: “Although the club has gained new TI members this year, we continue to look for more depth in the squad and would welcome all men and women who’d like to give it a try to contact us on Facebook or come down on a Thursday flag rugby session and chat to some of the players.”

CLEAN UP Hurricane Irma did some damage to the Meridian Field, and the rugby community has been working to rectify such over the last few weeks. On Tuesday prior to the AGM and elections, the players started off the season with a game of tag rugby on what Greenfield described as a “firm rugby pitch”.

Barbados TD thinks that TCI female footballers can become competition in two years TECHNICAL Director of the Barbados Football Association Ahmed Mohamed thinks that the TCI National Women’s team can be competitive at the regional level in approximately two years.

Our girls went down twice to the Barbadian national team early last month in two friendly international clashes at the BFA Turf in Wildy. It was here that the Barbadian official had a chance to analyse them.

In an invited comment with the Weekly News, Mohamed said that

the girls need to work on their allround game going forward.

“It’s a long process, from tactic 1v1 to 11v11.” Mohamed added that the girls should focus on a solid training and developmental plan.

He said that although the side was tactically and mentally weaker than the home side during the games, they were determined.

“They never gave up, although it was looking difficult for them.”

Coach of the side Damien Grant told the Weekly News that the games

With more training, the TCI female team can become very competitive at the regional level according to the Barbadian TD.

were the first phrase of assessing “our re-development plan mixing old with

young players to gain experience.”

Grant added that the side needs

to “toughen up” if they are to be competitive at the international level.

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