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RESORTS PROTEST SERVICE CHARGE BILL

THE GOVERNMENT is heading back to the drawing board on the service charge issue as hoteliers warn of an economic downturn and job losses if they are forced to pay workers the entire 100 percent collected.

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Sandals donates school supplies to primary pupils

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EWING TELLS GOV’T TO REMOVE ILLEGAL GUNS FROM STREETS

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MAIN ROUNDABOUTS IN PROVO TO BE RESURFACED

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Akierra Missick recounts harrowing health condition

BY DELANA ISLES ELECTED Member for the Leeward and Long Bay constituency, Akierra Missick, has asked her constituents and the wider TCI to forgive her prolonged absence due to illness.

During a House of Assembly meeting on Tuesday, August 28, Missick got emotional while she recounted her medical emergency that was potentially life threatening in a personal statement to her colleagues in the House and the listening public.

She recalled that when she became ill after the last session of the House for the month of June, she assumed she had picked up a flu bug, but was proven wrong when she became severely sick and had to be admitted to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

Emotion thickening her voice, Missick recalled: “It wasn’t the flu, I was admitted to the hospital in Provo for three days, I had my entire bone marrow suppressed, I was in an isolation ward, my family and friends were unable to see me due to having an autoimmune matter thyroid problem.

“The medication that they put me on to treat my thyroid decided it was just going to wipe out and I was in that .000005 percent risk rate of having all my bone marrow suppressed and unable to fight any form of infection and unable to function, organs were beginning to shut down.

“Once I got well enough, stable enough with the IVs and the medication at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, the decision was taken that it was an emergency to have my thyroid removed because there was no way to treat it given the reaction I had to the medication.”

She said this was nerve wracking enough on its own, but other factors added to the stress of the moment.

“What made it even more difficult was that I was unable to be the beneficiary of assistance from the NHIB, they were unable to get me an appointment despite this matter being urgent and the report saying it was urgent, so I had to fund my own trip overseas to have it dealt with.

“The reason why I am choked up about this is because I was in a position to help myself, my family was in a position to help me…”

She added that she is saddened that this is an issue for others who suffer from this or other life threatening conditions, and called on her colleagues to work together and with her to see what can be done at the NHIB to help save people’s lives.

“I wouldn’t say I was one foot in the grave, I was two in there, and I just being kept going because of the doctors at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre.

“I want to say a heartfelt thank you for forever Dr Braithwaite and Dr Forbes who saw my labs [results]

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and tried their hardest not to scare me, but told me it was bad and I needed urgent treatment and so I was able to go out and get the urgent treatment.”

She thanked the nurses, her friends, and the staff at Misick and Stanbrook, her HOA colleagues, the speaker of the House, and everyone else who visited her in the hospital.

Missick eventually had to have her thyroid removed during a medical procedure in a Florida hospital where she stayed for four days.

“The road is long. I am by no means necessarily healed. It will be a challenging 12 months ahead but I am prepared for that, and I want to tell the people of Leeward and Long Bay that as long there is strength and breath in my body, I will continue to represent them.

“I also apologise to the people of Leeward and Long Bay, to the people

Elected member for Leeward and Long Bay, Akierra Missick

of Turks and Caicos for missing such an important session like the budget, for missing the session on the gaming bill where I would have liked to have contributed, but it wasn’t that I was off in Europe having a vacation, I was in a hospital bed trying to

recover as best as possible.”

Missick resolved to have more dialogue with the Ministry of Health and public health on thyroid conditions in the TCI, its prevalence in the territory, and what measures can be taken to help or treat the issue.

Prince Brutus, 22, murdered TWENTY-two-year-old Prince John Brutus was murdered last Friday night (August 31) and his body discarded along Leeward Highway in Providenciales.

Brutus, who has a long string of arrests, was found lying motionless at the side of the highway at Horseshoe Lane about 9.40pm when someone made a call to the 911 Centre.

Both police and emergency personnel were dispatched and Brutus was pronounced dead at the scene.

Reports are that he was shot to the neck.

Earlier this year, the court had heard a case against Brutus in which he had escaped from police custody while being held for questioning in connection with the shooting of American tourist veterinarian Kevin Newman in June last year.

Newman was at the time on vacation with his family when he was allegedly robbed by Brutus and two others.

During the robbery Newman was shot in his abdomen, with the bullet exiting his back, severely injuring him.

He was put in a medically induced coma before medical crews flew him back to the United

Murdered man Prince John Brutus

States, where he was admitted to a Fort Lauderdale hospital in critical condition.

Shortly after the incident police issued wanted bulletins for Brutus, Renardo Delroy Clarke, Deangelo Harvey and Denardo Ewing.

Brutus and Clarke eventually surrendered to police and were expected to be charged with the

shooting and robbery.

Police said that their Forensic Unit is investigating the murder of Brutus and anyone with information is being asked to reach out to them at the Chalk Sound Police Station on 338-5901 or 941-8082 or anonymously call Crime Stoppers on 1-800-8477.

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Layoffs predicted if new service charge bill is passed Gov’t to meet again with hoteliers

BY DELANA ISLES THE GOVERNMENT is heading back to the drawing board on the service charge issue as hoteliers warn of an economic downturn and job losses if they are forced to pay workers the entire 100 percent collected.

The issue is a People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) campaign promise to TCI hospitality workers that they will restore the entire sum collected back to them.

That promise is proving quite difficult for the PDM administration to fulfil as its first major attempt - in the form of a Draft Service Charge Bill - has received resounding protest from the local hotel community.

The new bill proposes to restore 100 percent of the service charge collected to the workers, sets the service charge to be collected at 10 percent of a guest’s bill and allows hoteliers to add an additional five percent to that bill in the form of a facility fee that they will be able to retain for themselves.

While the bill has made it past Cabinet, it has not quite made it to the House of Assembly for passage.

On Tuesday, August 28, during a meeting of the House of Assembly, the bill was to have been tabled and read for the first time.

However, that never occurred as the session descended into chaos (on another issue), prompting Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson to adjourn the meeting to a later date.

Since that time, one hotel has clearly and now publicly stated that they will have to take drastic actions if the bill is passed.

That hotel is Ports of Call, owned and operated by Dale and Wendy Papke, both of whom clearly outlined in a commentary in this issue of the Weekly News that they will be forced to downsize and lose business if the bill is passed in its current form.

In light of this development, on Thursday (September 6), the Weekly News reached out to the Labour Minister, Sean Astwood to ascertain what measures the Government is taking to resolve the issue before the bill is debated in the House of Assembly.

Astwood said that the premier has convened another meeting with hoteliers to be held sometime in the coming days.

Although he was unable to say

Premier, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

Hon. Labour Minister, Sean Astwood

exactly what date that will be, he noted that the meeting is expected to be held before the next sitting of the House of Assembly on September 24.

It is expected that the bill will come up for discussion on that date, as it was on the previous Order Paper of the assembly but never got to the stage of being read into the record.

more than a week, and was published on the Facebook page of former premier, Dr Rufus Ewing last week Wednesday.

In a section of the letter titled ‘Impacts’ it reads: “You need to understand that if the draft service charge ordinance is approved in its current form it will severely damage the current TCI condo business model that delivers your pay and service charge, with potential impacts such as reduced hours, withdrawal of services offered, unemployment, closures and will discourage future developments.

“This is not shared to scare anyone or as a threat, but to help you understand the real business threat that we are facing.”

Other impacts predicted in the letter will be to taxi drivers, restaurants, local businesses, contractors and less investment in resorts.

It continued: “We cannot increase our charges to our guests (which is the Government’s suggestion) and

A DOWNTURN In his commentary to this publication, Papke predicted a major downturn for the TCI if the bill is passed and the Government continues to tighten its immigration rules.

He said that in the last two years, the Government has been ignoring the well-being of businesses on the Islands with some of the policies they have put in place.

“We believe that the hotels and condo resorts will have to lay off some employees or roll back wages should the proposed service charge amendments become law.

“We personally have no problem

with paying the employees 100 percent of the service charge collected but feel the Government has no right setting the amount charged.

“Presently 60 percent of the fees collected are given to the employees with the remaining 40 percent used by management to partially cover operation expenses.

“The Government is proposing 100 percent distribution to the employees on an equal basis as opposed to position or hours worked,” Papke said.

His comments can be read in its entirety on page 12 in this issue of the newspaper.

The Ports of Call owner is but one of many hoteliers who feel the same way.

Last week, a joint statement from owners of non-inclusive condo-resorts in the territory was disseminated to hospitality workers.

The letter, which lays out the options available to them if the bill is passed, has been in circulation for

believe that many will choose to go elsewhere - which will in turn reduce revenue and service charge.”

The letter goes on to appeal for a compromise to be achieved with the Government before the bill is presented to the House of Assembly.

The new bill, which Cabinet has already approved and sent on for debate and potential passage in parliament, sets the service charge to be collected at a flat 10 percent where before it varied up to 15 percent.

However, the collection of the service remains a voluntary one and non-inclusive hotels can opt out of its collection entirely if they choose.

This was conveyed in the letter to hospitality workers - that they run the risk of losing out entirely on the service charge if the House of Assembly passes the bill in its current state.

The condo-resorts reminded their employees that at the end of the day, the owners have that choice, and it is one they may have to institute if a satisfactory solution is not met.

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

PURCHASED DOCTORATES

DR CARLTON Mills, educator and former Minister of Education, said in his column last week that the TCI is rapidly becoming a place where manufactured doctorate degrees are being handed out like British grant-in-aid.

“There are honorary doctorates and there are earned doctorates,” he said. “The TCI has set a new stage: purchased doctorates.

“Many of these institutions that are granting these awards are not accredited. I hereby call on the chairman of the Higher Board of Education to look into this matter as a matter of urgency.”

What are your thoughts?

Credibility of institution

Dr Mills is correct, and there is absolutely nobody that understands the TCI educational system better than he.

The value inherent in any educational degree, from Bachelor’s to PhD, is determined by the credibility of the institution that awards it, and the system will very quickly evaluate that credibility, and discount the quality of any degree issued by an institution who standards and faculty do not measure up.

Any graduate of such a sub-standard school will soon discover how very little weight his/ her degree is accorded when they try to use it to meet the pre-qualification requirements for further study at a genuinely accredited institution.

Just like everything else in life, educational degrees are a matter of “getting what you pay for,” except that payment in this case is not a matter of covering the fees, but instead relates to the amount of study and work one is prepared to put into the degree, under the tutelage of qualified professors adhering to strict standards.

There has recently been talk of the TCI Community College soon intending to offer Bachelor’s Degrees, and there can be no more obvious example of exactly the case in point.

How long until one is able to wave their doctorate degree from this anything-butillustrious institution?

And the same problem seems to exist in the area of religious qualifications evident in this country.

There are so many claimed bishops here that one must suspect the existence of an organisation something like ‘Bishops R Us’ where one answers an online questionnaire (maybe), pays the stipulated fee, buys the required vestments, and then, poof, they are a bishop!

Ashamed

Dr Mills is correct! We want success without the hard work.

I was appalled when two former PNP Ministers displayed Dr in front of their names.

Looks like they came to their senses.

If there are other persons out there doing the same thing they ought to be ashamed of themselves.

You say potatoes

He needs to just shut up. Some with earned degrees are as dumb as bricks as well. Some honorary are brilliant.

Who knows what is in the bought degree.

Intelligence doesn’t come from degrees, nor does better knowledge.

You say potatoes and I say potatoes.

Honest effort

Dr Mills is absolutely correct. This has been going on for some time. Credentials should be earned and not purchased.

The Labour Department should also be made to understand that employers have a right to disregard credentials that are not acquired by honest effort in evaluating candidates for open positions.

Pure horse dung

Dr Mills is on point and is very qualified to speak on the issue since he is an academia and a past minister of education.

Yes, we are now trivialising the importance of a sound tertiary education which requires so much more than a few seminars.

Some of these persons cannot even construct a proper sentence.

If gaining a Phd was so simple then why is the Government continuing to spend millions of dollars each year on tertiary education?

Instead it should award this qualification on our students and use the funds from the scholarship fund to improve our living standards.

I heard someone once say that this kind of Phd qualification is “pure horse dung”.

Based on what?

Clearly as a scholarly and accomplished man, Dr Mills is correct. Not because so much of his scholarship, but because of his truthfulness.

If Usain Bolt heard a ‘Johnnie come lately’ starting to profess that he was now the world’s greatest sprinter he would ask of the person a) what are your times b) what are your overall records and c) upon what do you actually base that which you profess to be?

So, to be a learned doctor (be that in medicine or by way of production of a credible and distinguished doctoral thesis) then there is something to which the person can reference of substance and credibility to profess and proclaim to be who he/she is.

So again, all Dr Mills is asking is, as would the great Usain Bolt in his chosen field of endeavour, based on what?

Earned not given

This is a very important issue. With education, on any level, what you achieve should be earned not given.

It is never good in the long run to lower standards to fit some people. They should try to meet up to the standards.

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Ewing tells Gov’t to remove illegal guns from streets

BY OLIVIA ROSE FORMER premier Dr Rufus Ewing has called on the Government and police to “get to work” to remove illegal guns from the streets.

He expressed his concerns about a recent spate of murders and armed robberies in the TCI in a Facebook post on Friday, August 31.

“I am sitting here thinking what could we have done as individuals, institutions and Government to avert the scourge of crime we are experiencing today, particularly gun related crime that was once a stranger but now becoming an unwelcome resident,” he wrote.

“What we are experiencing now is not an overnight affair or a product of a few hours baking, but a product with many ingredients and many bakers as we all had a hand to play in it one way or another.

“But that does not mean that we cannot work together to reverse this trend. It takes leadership, guts, vision, passion and cooperation.”

He acknowledged that while the root cause of crime is multi-factorial and some of these factors will not be addressed overnight, there are

many causes, reinforcing factors and prevention strategies that can be addressed immediately.

“Yes the saying, ‘guns don’t kill people, people do’ is true, but we have to address with expedience this low hanging fruit of removing the illegal guns from the streets while we work on the social issues that drive persons to want to pull the trigger of a gun,” the former premier said.

“The last time I checked we did not manufacture guns in the Turks and Caicos, at least not the automatic and semiautomatic weapons that are now in abundance.

“So if we don’t manufacture them then they are being imported.”

He said gun reduction strategies that have been tried included gun amnesty and restrictions on access to guns by law-abiding citizens.

“These strategies which have been promoted by the commissioner of police and the governor do not work.

“It simply denies level-headed, good corporate citizens the right to keep and carry guns and become victims while those who are disturbed and have ill-intentions will not relinquish their weapons during

TCI nominated as leading beach destination - again THE TCI has been nominated for another top travel accolade thanks to its beautiful tropical beaches.

The territory is once again battling to retain the title of Caribbean’s Leading Beach Destination at the 2018 World Travel Awards, the TCI Tourist Board has announced.

According to a statement on August 31, this coveted award has been captured by the Islands since 2015 and from 2012 to 2014 by Grace Bay beach specifically.

Director of Tourism Ramon Andrews said the nomination has been met with great enthusiasm and pride.

“My team is elated to be considered and it is a testament of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board’s strategic efforts and diligence to promote brand Turks and Caicos to the world.

“More recently we have placed a persistent focus on promoting our sister islands and we’re seeing the benefits as our visitors are opting to go beyond Providenciales and explore the other beautiful, unspoiled beaches throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

The World Travel Awards is the most prominent awarding institution in the travel and tourism industry.

It has bestowed the prestigious honour of Caribbean’s Leading

Beach Destination to the Turks and Caicos Islands over the past six years.

With its pristine beaches and breath-taking turquoise waters, it is not surprising that the Turks and Caicos Islands is continually nominated and awarded, the statement said.

Turks and Caicos Islands’ resorts, villas and other tourism related agencies received nominations in over 20 categories for the 2018 World Travel Awards.

The TCI has also received Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice 2018 Number One Beach in the World.

The 25th World Travel Awards Caribbean and North America Gala Ceremony will be held at Sandals Montego Bay in Jamaica on September 22.

The world class event is expected to convene the top industry leaders and high level tourism professionals from the Caribbean region.

The World Travel Awards was established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all sectors of the tourism industry.

Each year, the awards covers the globe with a series of regional gala ceremonies staged to recognise and celebrate individual and collective success within each key geographical region.

Former premier Dr Rufus Ewing

any amnesty and in fact relish the opportunity to prey on defenceless citizens.”

He advised the Sharlene Cartwright Robinson led administration to gear its resources and strategies towards stopping the importation of guns at the border and eradicating the illegal guns already on the streets.

EIGHT-POINT PLAN The country’s ex leader outlined an eight-point action plan and told the Government to just take the advice

and “get to work”.

He listed the plan’s action points: “Increase manpower and patrol of police marine branch.

“Increase air surveillance with reinstatement of our airplane and or drone surveillance (yes drones are less costly than a life).

“Increase the effectiveness of the radar by increasing its range, relocation of the radar closer to the edge of the southern banks or additional radars on the southern banks.

“Install container scanning equipment at the ports that can scan all cargo and cars for guns.

“Random stops and boarding of all informal trading vessels, incoming and outgoing looking for guns, drugs and stolen products being exported.

“Random vehicular traffic stop and search for illegal guns.

“Develop an intelligence network.

Follow the money trail, where there is ill-gotten money there are guns to protect it.

“Fully operationalise the CCTV camera system and use it for it for intelligence gathering.”

He stressed that all of this is within the remit of the Government which finances border protection and national security.

Under the tree

“Yes, the governor and the commissioner of police have the last say with respect to policies and strategies related to national security but it is time that we have our way.

“If the commissioner of police is not listening to the Government elected by the people, then call him out and get rid of him and lobby for more power to be able to protect our people.”

Ewing in his seethe said he has grown tired of reports stating that crime is down and the police giving themselves a pat on the back for a job well done, while young people are dying on the streets.

He underscored that while stiffer penalties for possession of guns and gun related crimes can be good deterrents, they are only as good as the effectiveness of conviction.

“So the issues of conviction and sentencing must be addressed at the level of the police handling of cases to avoid persons getting off on technicalities and at the level of the judiciary to ensure maximum sentencing allowed under the law.”

Turning his attention to the social factors that drive people to a life of crime, he said the solution rests not only with the Government but with every individual.

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More time to respond to FAC inquiry Extension welcomed by fellow territories – and reignites independence talks

BY GEMMA HANDY PEOPLE wishing to have a say on the future trajectory of the TCI’s relationship with Britain have been given more time to do so.

Islanders now have until September 18 to submit written comments to the UK’s Foreign Affairs Committee (FAC) which is leading the inquiry into London’s governance of its overseas territories.

There was “no big reason” for extending the deadline by 15 days, FAC spokeswoman Estelle Currie told the Weekly News.

“With the summer break, people were away and requested whether they could still submit evidence, so the team pushed the deadline back a little to offer some leeway,” she added.

The probe was first announced on July 20, initially giving residents just over six weeks to respond.

The timeframe was met with anger by residents in fellow territories in the region who claimed it was not long enough for leaders to formulate and present a national position.

Cayman Islands officials were among those to demand more time.

A Caymanian Times editorial this week slammed the “very poorly publicised” July news that the FAC “was about to undertake what could turn out to be a Brexitlevel inquiry into the future of the OTs”.

“Polite resistance, diplomacy and lobbying resulted in an additional fortnight for the OTs’ governments and citizens to have their say,” the editorial claimed.

Of Britain’s 14 remaining territories, six are in the Caribbean/ North Atlantic region and share similar concerns about the level of autonomy afforded to them.

The probe has reignited discussions about everything from their lack of official representation in the House of Commons to independence.

In the British Virgin Islands, a series of meetings to gather input from the public found that while most people were ostensibly content to remain part of the UK, they were keen for reform.

“People generally are pushing for a constitutional review with an eye toward obtaining a greater degree of autonomy for the BVI,” Freeman Rogers, editor of the BVI Beacon,

Updated legal assistance guidelines published THE ATTORNEY General’s Chambers has produced its second edition of the ‘Guidelines on Requests for International Legal Assistance’.

The document aims at providing comprehensive guidance on the different types of legal assistance available in the TCI jurisdiction.

The second edition addresses information gaps and is updated to reflect legislative changes made since 2014, a Government statement on Tuesday (September 4) said.

Attorney General Rhondalee Braithwaite Knowles said: “This is an important document as it signals to other countries that there are systems in place in the Turks and Caicos Islands for the processing of legal assistance requests which allow us to effectively cooperate internationally with other

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countries.

“It also demonstrates our commitment to keeping such guidance updated to better assist requesting countries in obtaining international mutual legal assistance from the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

The Attorney General thanked Principal Crown Counsel, International Khalila Astwood-Tatem and Senior Crown Counsel, International Shayone Handfield-Gardiner of the International Division of the Attorney General’s Chambers for their work on these guidelines.

The updated guidelines will be available on the Attorney General’s Chambers website www.gov.tc/agc More information is available from the Attorney General’s Chambers at kwastwooddorsett@gov.tc

told the Weekly News.

There has not been a major drive for independence but the topic has come up “with increasing frequency” in light of recent unpopular UK decisions, he continued.

Fury erupted earlier this year across the OTs when London declared its territories would be forced to adopt public registers of company ownership by the end of 2020 to put the brakes on money laundering. Many fear the move will negatively impact lucrative offshore financial services industries.

BV Islanders also shared Caymanians’ ire about the lowkey nature of the FAC inquiry’s announcement.

“I think some people here were upset that the UK didn’t launch any sort of effort here to advertise the review or to solicit input from the VI public,” Rogers added.

One reason for the FAC’s investigation – the first of its kind in 11 years – is to scrutinise what Britain’s exit from the European Union in March will mean for its territories.

FAC chair, senior Conservative MP Tom Tugendhat, said the relationship between the OTs and the mother country had evolved greatly over the last few decades and would change again after Brexit.

TCI Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson previously described Brexit as an “immediate concern” for the Islands as a beneficiary both of EU funding and freedom of movement.

In Bermuda, there was speculation as to London’s motives for staging an inquiry among respondents to a Bernews article.

Some suggested the UK wanted a greater slice of the island’s relatively wealthy economy.

Others urged Bermuda to “look out for its own interests”, just as Britain was by pursuing Brexit with apparent scant regard for the impact on its OTs. London is only accepting comments submitted via the FAC’s online portal which can be found by visiting www.parliament.uk and entering ‘foreign affairs committee’ into the search box.

How effectively the UK ensures the “security and stability” of its OTs is under the spotlight. Opinions are sought on territories’ adherence to human rights along with the way they are financed, represented internationally, and their assets and natural resources.

The FAC said last week it was likely to be “many months” before the findings are made public.

CABINET MEETING SUMMARY A SARGASSUM seaweed policy, the Government’s first quarter financial report and a rental waiver for retailers at the cultural market were all discussed at the latest meeting of Cabinet.

Governor John Freeman chaired the 18th meeting on Wednesday, August 29, at the NJS Francis Building in Grand Turk. All ministers were present.

At this meeting Cabinet: -Advised the governor to approve the grant of a long-term commercial lease for 25 years in the first instance to Howard Dickenson over Crown land parcel 10409/184 in Grand Turk for the construction of storage facilities.

-Received a progress report from Hon. Ralph Higgs, Minister of Tourism, Environment, Heritage and Culture, on the drafting of a Sargassum Policy for TCI which is well advanced and on measures which are already being taken to address the problem of the increasing influx of sargassum seaweed on TCI shores.

The ministry will submit the draft policy paper to Cabinet at the earliest opportunity for approval.

-Noted a procurement waiver granted for the quarter April to June 2018 in accordance with Section 21 of the Public Procurement Ordinance.

Cabinet also noted the consolidated list of all procurement waivers for the financial year 2017-2018.

-Noted the financial performance of the TCI Government for the period April to June 2018 as submitted in the 2018/19 First Quarter Financial Report by the Accountant General.

-Approved the waiver of rental payments for a period of three months by licensed vendors of the culture markets in Grand Turk and Providenciales by way of compensation for loss of business and revenue through damage caused to their stalls after the September 2017 hurricanes.

-Noted an information paper

by Hon. Ralph Higgs updating Cabinet on the establishment of a Maritime Oversight Committee to advise TCIG on work to ensure that the TCI meets its international maritime obligations and compliance with international

maritime conventions and standards ahead of an audit by the International Maritime Organisation in 2020.

-Advised the governor to endorse the ‘Adopt a Highway’ programme initiative aimed at cleaning up and beautifying the roadsides in Providenciales.

-Considered and approved the proposed TCI Climate Change Policy and noted a list of possible measures to be undertaken subject to further assessment of each measure including resources being available.

-Noted the financial performance of the TCI Government for the period January to March 2018 as reported by the Accountant General in the Fourth Quarter Financial Report 2017-2018 submitted in accordance with Section 36 of the Public Finance Management Ordinance 2012.

-Advised the governor to approve the appointment of Curtis Simmons as deputy chairman of the NHIB in accordance with Section 16 (1) (ii) of the National Health Insurance (Amendment) Ordinance 2017.

-Received a paper from Hon. Goldray Ewing, Minister of Infrastructure, Housing and Planning, and a presentation by the energy and utilities commissioner on discussions between TCIG and FortisTCI on reforms to the electricity sector regulatory framework.

Cabinet approved the recommendations in the paper and requested the Attorney General’s Chambers to draft the necessary legislation to implement the recommendations.

-Was informed by the Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson that she had received the draft National Health Insurance Board actuarial report which would be submitted to Cabinet for consideration.

-Was informed by Hon. Ralph Higgs of an approach by the company, CaribX (UK), with a proposal to conduct offshore hydrocarbon exploration in TCI waters which the ministry would be following up with the company.

-In response to a request by Hon. Higgs re ceived an update

by Attorney General Rhondalee Brathwaite Knowles on banking services on North Caicos.

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Medical emergency halts Disney cruise ship A DISNEY Fantasy cruise ship stopped outside the Princess Alexandra National Park in Providenciales last week due to an on board medical emergency.

The boat could be clearly seen from the island’s north shore on Thursday, August 30, as a sickly passenger was “evacuated”.

An emergency vessel took the passenger and ship’s nurse to Blue Haven Marina where they were then transported to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre for treatment.

According to a statement from the TCI Tourist Board on August 31, the Department of Environmental and Coastal Resources (DECR)

has conducted a preliminary investigation “We learned that emergency medical services responded to the scene where an emergency vessel made landfall at Blue Haven Marina accompanied by a nurse from Disney Fantasy and provided the necessary aid in transit to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre,” the statement read.

“All relevant government and statutory bodies were advised and were prepared to provide assistance as required.”

Further details on the incident will be made public pending the DECR’s detailed investigation.

Man wins appeal of gun and drug conviction RASHAD Stubbs who was in 2016 tried by a judge and jury and convicted on charges of illegal firearm and cocaine possession has now won in the appellate court.

He was found guilty and sentenced to five years on both charges, and immediately filed an appeal.

His attorney Ashwood Forbes argued before the Court of Appeal that the trial judge was wrong to allow the case to go to the jury and allowed the application of no case by the defence attorney.

The lawyer argued that when the police found a gun and drugs in

the ceiling of a house Stubbs was occupying at the time, they failed to link the gun or the drug to his client.

Forbes said that during the trial, the Crown did a poor job of trying to establish a link between Stubbs and the illegal items, hence the trial judge should have dismissed the case.

The Court of Appeal agreed and quashed the conviction and set aside the sentence.

However, Stubbs remains in prison on remand for another trial that is pending against him for over two years.

Grand Turk man remanded for Beer Fest attack TWENTY-one-year-old Deon Emmanuel of Grand Turk has been remanded for grievously harming Dexeraux Williams.

The incident occurred during one of the island’s popular events Beer Fest a few months ago.

Reports are that Emmanuel and

Williams got into an altercation at which time the accused struck the victim in the head with a rock, causing him to have to be airlifted overseas for medical treatment.

Last week, a Grand Turk magistrate remanded Emmanuel to prison until later this month.

Neal Rigby admits to burglary NEAL Rigby who led police on a high speed chase last week has admitted to the crimes for which he was being chased.

Reports are that Rigby was travelling at speed in a vehicle last Friday, August 31, in the Five Cays, South Dock Road area.

The chase abruptly ended when the fleeing bandit ran into a parked vehicle along the Five Cays road.

Rigby was arrested and later charged with stealing $9,000 worth of goods from Northstar Group Construction company.

A large quantity of tools was stolen by Rigby between the August 24 and 25 from a building on Prince of Wales Drive Leeward Estate in Providenciales.

He has since been remanded to prison pending sentencing.

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Take part in ‘biggest clean-up ever’, says DECR THE TURKS and Caicos Islands will be joining the rest of the world in a massive coastal clean-up this September – and the public is being encouraged to play their part.

Saturday, September 22, marks International Coastal Clean-up Day which asks people to clear litter from in and around their nation’s shoreline.

This year the Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) has teamed up with the TCI Tourist Board, the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) and the Turks and Caicos National Trust to make it happen.

Amy Avenant, environmental outreach coordinator for the DECR, said that in 2016, 237 people collected more than 455 bags of rubbish nationwide.

“Unfortunately, last year’s efforts were thwarted by hurricanes Irma and Maria, but this year we hope to not only gain increased support for the clean-up campaign, but make it the biggest clean-up effort the TCI

has ever seen,” she said.

The main goal of the initiative is to encourage people to go out into their communities and remove litter found along the shoreline, underwater or in bushes.

This will help to create healthy waters the public and local wildlife, a Government statement on Monday (September 3) said.

Hon. Ralph Higgs, Minister of Tourism, Environment, Heritage and Culture, expressed his support.

“This international event is significant in bringing awareness to the importance of our coasts and keeping it free of waste and debris,” he said.

“The ministry remains committed to supporting and promoting initiatives that reduce waste and promote sustainable use of our natural resources.”

Ramon Andrews, Director of the TCI Tourist Board, said that with the community’s support and involvement the issue of pollution can be addressed.

“This initiative is not only important

to preserve our tourism product and to safeguard its sustainability, but also to ensure that as residents we are able to live in a clean environment and be accountable for maintaining its cleanliness.”

Tourism Environmental Awareness Month will follow in November when the TCI Tourist Board will educate the public on the drawbacks of single use plastics.

Anyone can get involved in the clean-up by getting a group together and spending an hour cleaning up a beach, bushy area, path, road, or seabed in their area.

“Show you care for the TCI’s natural environment by getting involved in International Coastal Clean-up Day,” the statement read.

“Together we can fight for trash-free seas, on Saturday, September 22. It doesn’t matter where you are, just grab a bag and collect that litter.”

The DECR has registered the event with the Ocean Conservancy.

More details are available at www. oceanconservancy.org

Jim Kelly gets reprieve from appellate court LOCAL boxer Jim Kelly Joseph has been granted a reprieve by the Court of Appeal in his case against a ruling

by Chief Justice Margaret RamsayHale.

Last Friday (August 31) the Court of Appeal adjourned Joseph’s appeal hearing until its next session in November.

He was to have been sentenced on a gun possession charge on Wednesday (September 5) if the appellate court had denied his appeal.

The boxer is appealing a decision by the chief justice to reject his change of plea application in the gun case.

In June, Joseph had pleaded guilty to charges of possession of gun and ammunition.

The change of plea application was made by attorney Ashwood Forbes, who had replaced Joseph’s old attorney Lara Maroof-Misick.

Forbes argued in front of the court that his client was given bad advice when he entered a guilty plea.

This advice, Forbes claims, caused Joseph to plead guilty to charges for which the defendant has now stated he is innocent and wished to contest at a trial.

However, on Thursday, the Weekly News learned that the court found no grounds on which to grant

the application, and thus it was rejected.

The court found that Joseph made an unequivocal confession of his guilt by his plea with full understanding of the elements of the offences if keeping a firearm and ammunition with which he was charged, this publication was very reliably informed.

Ramsay-Hale had disagreed with

the lawyer’s arguments and found that Joseph was properly instructed

by Maroof-Misick and set a date for his sentencing.

Forbes then advised the court that he would be appealing the ruling, hence the delayed sentencing.

Due to the appellate court’s recent adjournment of the matter, that sentencing has now been stayed until the appeal hearing and determination.

Thursday night shooting and robbery - latest gun crimes OFFICERS of the Royal TCI Police Force are investigating two incidents that occurred last week leaving one man nursing a gunshot wound and another without a car.

The first incident occurred at about 9.20pm on Thursday, August 30, whereby a man who was at the FirstCaribbean International Bank was approached by armed men dressed in dark clothing.

Details of the incident are sketchy, but the man was eventually transported to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre for treatment of a gunshot wound.

Later that same night, at about 11.18pm, masked gunmen approached a Five Cays man, ordered him out of his grey Toyota car and then escaped in the stolen vehicle.

Police said that the licence plate of the stolen vehicle is unknown.

Investigations are ongoing into these and other incidents that have been plaguing Providenciales for the past several weeks.

Police continue to appeal to anyone with information that can assist in these matters to call Crime Stoppers on 1-800-8477.

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September 8-14, 2018

A message for parents No respect Dear Editor, The time has come for parents to kiss this great TCI summer holiday goodbye and send the little ones back to school.

Whether this is their first year doing so or they’re an old pro by now, it can be a little hard on their emotions and even tougher on their child’s nerves.

Parents should take the time to read through this post and send their babies off to school on a positive note.

No matter whether their children are feeling scared, excited or a combination of both, they should make sure to keep the following words in mind and close to their hearts.

September morning, our children will get to start a new chapter in their school life, filled with new lessons, new friends, new challenges and new adventures.

They are going to have all sorts of new feelings. They might be scared, angry or sad.

Parents should tell them they might feel happy and excited, that they might be nervous and shy or even a little bit worried. But above all they should tell them to be brave.

All of these firsts can be scary.

Making new friends, meeting a new teacher, learning new rules - these are not easy, even for mums and dads.

Some days they may not get it right and that’s okay. Every day is a new day filled with new beginnings.

Parents should tell them to be strong. Stand up for themselves and what they believe in.

If some of the other children are being mean, parents must tell them to tell someone.

Parents should tell them it’s okay to be different and it’s okay to say no when they feel in their heart that something is the wrong thing to do.

Parents should tell them to be kind. Think about those around them and treat everyone as they would like to be treated.

Most kids will feel a little shy and scared too and a smile or a hello can really make a difference.

And finally, parents should tell them to be themselves. Our children

are amazing creatures; parents should tell them how much they love them.

Some days they are going to encounter kids who may be mean on the playground or they may feel like no one wants to be their friend.

Other days they may feel like they have too many friends and unsure who to play with. This all part of growing up in and out of school life.

Parents should tell their child (ren) they will be right there when school is out, waiting to give them for that biggest cuddle ever, to hear all about their first day and to do it all over again with them tomorrow.

Parents must remember school is a journey that they and their child or children are on together, just like every other adventure they’ve shared since they were a little baby.

And while parents might not be there when they are doing show and tell, when they sit down to write or when they are having lunch, they should tell them they will always will be close by.

That they are always thinking about them. And, in a few short hours, they will be right back here, by their side again.

Welcome back to a new school year parents and students.

Bennett Williams, A parent and a teacher, Providenciales

for officers Dear Editor, Providenciales is full of murder and crime. There are no cabs, no Uber.

Your lawmakers put breathalyser tests in place with no recourse.

They arrest and release still drunk people to get back to their hotels or homes any way they can, so tourists can get robbed or killed Even the people that live there have to find their way home while they’re still lightheaded. Even after an accident.

Just alcohol tests, no questions about how they’re feeling, do they need a hospital visit, just released to the street.

There’s no information on how to ease the drinking - it’s a sickness.

DUIs don’t stop people from drinking.

Traffic cops are arresting their own top cops without trying to help them find a programme to control their drinking.

Police are underpaid and stressed out and you take the good ones off the street and parade them all over the news.

It just shows there’s no loyalty for officers protecting and serving that dangerous island. You’re scaring tourists away.

Your traffic cops are harassing the tourists and arresting cops that are

hunting down killers.

If the system doesn’t care about their own, these officers are not going to give the job their all to the citizens that live there and the tourists and their families.

Shame on this dangerous island.

You should be on the do not visit list.

Americans do not disrespect our public service people. We do not make a mockery of our police officers that just might appear to need help to ease their drinking because of that stressful job.

They spend more time solving crimes than with their own families.

So, while the best officers are laid off fighting fake DUIs, traffic cops ride past accidents all the time just looking for a tourist to harass while killers are out stalking people and committing crimes because they know the best cops are off duty and the others are worried about traffic cops sneaking around trying to get them in the trouble.

Crime is out of hand because your island has no respect for the men and women that protect them.

The officers that are solving all the crimes are the ones are not respected.

Jevonni Geter, Staten Island, New York

COMMENTARY

Look, listen and learn THE PROGRESSIVE National Party (PNP) is at a low ebb.

Who will reorganise them?

Washy? Jamal?

The PNP was in this position before. Seniors remember when the PNP changed its name and started over.

The good book says: “Unjust things will be revealed.”

The PNP has been talking down to the voting population of the TCI since its inception.

After 15 years of PNP, British backlash and trials of the PNP principles, folks are no longer taking it.

During the 2016 election, the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) had a detailed manifesto. In the end, they won on the simple promise for change.

The people need to pay attention and confirm what the PNP is all about. Look, listen

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

and learn.

Washy speaks from his insider position with FortisTCI. FortisTCI has a contract negotiated during Washy’s brother’s administration.

This question now seems obvious: Is the PNP benefiting from FortisTCI’s exorbitant rates?

Benefiting from the folks’ pockets?

Remember resort rates are higher!

PNP spokespeople on the internet now question the resort workers being paid 100 percent of their tips. Unbelievable.

“This will deter future development,” they say. Tips earned are a determent to development but exorbitant electrical rates are not?

Either way the people pay under the PNP. The PNP’s private TCI Bank is another prime example. Four thousand folks lost their savings.

Others had to renegotiate their mortgages. $23.5 million of the people’s pension fund was blown away, invested in the PNP TCI Bank.

People would love a pension raise. PDM and PNP folks alike.

Sorry!

The Ewing government awarded Washy $500,000 in back pension.

People heard this on the radio in the premier Ewing parliament.

Premier Ewing was angered when former attorney general Shepheard returned the stolen PNP headquarters to the people’s Crown land bank. He forced Shepheard back to London.

Shepheard sued for his unfinished employment contract.

Behind the scenes in London, with Ewing, the AG was paid off. Not by the PNP but by the people.

Do the people believe the InterHealth contract was a good deal? We are paying more than double for the hospitals.

The people are paying for first class care. Pause and think about it. Are you getting health value for your dollars? Who is benefiting?

Doctor Ewing? Never mind me, what do you think?

What about civil servants?

Fifteen years later can you get a birth certificate in a reasonable time? Are government offices being operated on a time schedule?

The PNP added 1,200 people into the service. Wetherell laid and paid off those with seniority.

I charge each and every civil servant to try their best to do their job to the best of their ability.

Jon Llewellyn from London showed the civil servants how to keep track of the land records on a simple computer.

Why are civil servants still using the Piper PNP system from scraps of paper?

Where was the 2012-2016 administration on civil service?

There is so much more. Just look, listen and learn.

September 8-14, 2018

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THE VIEW FROM EUROPE

Retaliation over closer relations with China is misguided

TWO weeks ago, El Salvador recognised China, breaking off its long-standing relationship with Taiwan.

Its decision to do so enhanced further China’s standing in the hemisphere and followed similar actions by Panama and the Dominican Republic.

What, however, was different this time around was the response from the Trump administration.

The language was unequivocal.

A statement from the White House said that the decision was of “grave concern”.

Washington would, it observed, now revaluate its relationship with El Salvador and counter Chinese “political interference in the western hemisphere”.

It added that the government of El Salvador’s decision affected “the economic health and security of the entire Americas region”.

The statement coincided with US media reports that the Florida senator Marco Rubio had discussed with Donald Trump ending US aid to the country and an earlier assertion by the US ambassador Jean Manes, that China might seek to transform the country’s commercial port of La Union into a military base.

What the strength of language in the White House statement suggested is that after decades of relative disinterest in China’s engagement in the Latin American and Caribbean region, the US has decided that it will now actively oppose China’s presence in the hemisphere.

For the Caribbean - where now only Belize, St Kitts, St Vincent, St Lucia and Haiti recognise Taiwan - the language now being used by Washington suggests the need to consider how the region should respond to the increasingly fractious super power struggle between China and the US. Speaking last October in Beijing, president Xi could not have been clearer about the way that China sees its future role in the world.

Then he told members of China’s Communist Party “it is time for us to take centre stage in the world and to make a greater contribution to humankind” and to offer a “new choice for the developing world”.

His and Washington’s words suggest, Venezuela apart, that the most taxing future foreign policy challenge the Caribbean and its neighbours will face is how to balance the quixotic nature of the present administration in Washington with China’s accelerating global role.

While the US is still the Caribbean’s principle economic partner, recent studies have shown that within three decades a vastly more populous China will have far outstripped the US, enabling it to control around 30 percent of the

BY DAVID JESSOP

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

global economy though the unique model it is now constructing.

What seems not to be well understood in Washington is that this means that the region’s choice is not ideological.

Instead it is based on China’s statements that it has no interest in imposing its model on any nation it works with, but rather is seeking through investment, trade and other forms of linkage a ‘winwin’ approach, that is respectful of national interests.

In the Caribbean, this translates into billions of dollars in investment in infrastructure, new enterprises and multiple forms of development assistance.

This was reflected in the outcome of January’s Second ChinaCommunity of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) Ministerial Forum.

There an agreed ten-page action plan advanced initiatives that will provide support for the development of modern transport, telecommunications and IT infrastructure as a part of China’s Belt and Road project as well as a deeper political and security relationship.

Unlike the US, which is busy trying to re-shore economic activity to make ‘America great again’, Beijing’s strategic approach revolves around a belief that any overdependence on the west in trade is dangerous and that by enhancing cooperation with the non-western world all developing economies and many developed economies can grow, enabling in the process its economic and political rise.

No one should be under any illusion about what this means or the ultimate outcome: by peaceful means China is advancing a desire to lead the world economy in a manner that ensures its continuing wealth, power and security in ways that will change global relationships and thinking and diminish the US’s role in the world.

Nothing better illustrates this and the ways in which China is causing even powerful nations to adapt than a section of a recent speech made by the French president Emanuel Macron to his country’s ambassadors.

“China,” he said “has posed one of the most important geopolitical concepts of recent decades with its new silk routes.

“We cannot pretend that it does

not exist. We must not give in to any guilty or short-term fascination: it is a vision of globalisation which has the stabilising virtues of certain regions, but which is hegemonic.”

Speaking to me recently about this, one Caribbean foreign minister told me that the region must determine where mutual interest lies.

While there are positive relationships with the US on security and investment, the region has to

be clear about its sovereignty, the minister noted.

The minister concerned said: “When it comes to China we have pointed out that they are investing and offering new opportunity. The US cannot expect to have influence without similar levels of engagement.

“The relationship with Washington has become more transactional, but we have shared values and global outlook.

“The influence of the US would be greater with greater investment.”

What this suggests is that if the US does not want to see China playing a central role in Caribbean development, it should recognise that threatening sovereign nations is the wrong approach.

By framing China’s growing influence in the hemisphere in terms of security, giving consideration

to cutting in response what little aid remains and stressing US hegemony in the hemisphere the Trump administration seems intent on fighting a war that was lost long ago.

Washington needs to recognise that if it is to ever compete with China in the Caribbean, now is the time to develop in depth complimentary programmes based on shared values and common interests.

That is to say, the US should consider creating a new development model that addresses practically the impact of climate change on the region, provides funding or tax incentives to US business to help renovate critical infrastructure and make productive investments, and gives support to multilateral programmes that address economic fragility.

MILLS MUSES

The politics of tourism

BY OLIVER MILLS MANY of us fail to realise that politics operates in every sphere of life. It is involved in education, determining policies and priorities.

It influences the economy, directing which economic path the government will follow based on its political philosophy and politics operates in the social sphere determining how goods and services will be dispensed based on scarce benefits and spoils.

So, politics directs, shapes, engineers and proposes what kind of society a country will have, how it is constituted and who gets what, when and how.

But in a subtle and sometimes covert way politics heavily influences particular sectors of the economy, using it as a cash cow to cover important expenses and social demands, particularly when the returns are immediate.

This is most noticeable in the tourism sector where the politics of tourism is highly pronounced.

Some governments put immense resources into tourism because the product is visible, response to its demands in terms of additional infrastructure can be seen in key sectors of the country and more money flows into the waiting pockets of patrons.

BY OLIVER MILLS

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

This is good for politics since the system points to it as an example of governmental accomplishments.

The politics of tourism is seen where political institutions formulate policies that impact tourism, making it more sustainable.

These policies shape the aims and objectives of political parties which contribute to making tourism an important revenue earner.

Politics also determines and influences the budgetary allocations for tourism and the returns on tourism go towards the socioeconomic and cultural development of various infrastructural projects enabling governments to use it as a development tool to provide employment and this enhances its chances to remain in office.

The tourism strategies a government uses contribute to the expansion and development of a small business sector, which

in turn employs additional persons, and these employment statistics when added to those of other industries could show the government in a positive light in terms of the economic health of the society.

When tourists are attracted to an island, it indicates among other factors the political stability of its culture, political system and its institutions.

Political instability and uncertainty are a deterrence to potential visitors and undermine the role of tourism as a factor in development.

Whether a country is welcoming to tourists or its political ideology causes the local community to display negative attitudes towards them, it encourages or deters the possibility of tourism being a positive element in that country’s progress and growth.

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September 8-14, 2018

Downturn for Islands predicted AS THE owners of Ports of Call Resort, we predict a major downturn for the Islands if the proposed service charge amendments are passed and the Government’s trend to tighten the immigration rules continues.

Until recently we have always been a strong supporter of the Turks and Caicos Islands and its investment potential.

Unfortunately, over the past two years we have seen a government shift in policies that is ignoring the well-being of businesses on the Islands, especially the hotels and restaurants.

We believe that the hotels and condo resorts will have to lay off some employees or roll back wages should the proposed service charge amendments become law.

By Dale and Wendy Papke BIO: Dale and Wendy Papke, owners of Ports of Call Resort in Providenciales since 2011, divide their time equally between Toronto, Canada, and the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Previously Dale was founder/CEO of PPL, one of Canada’s largest commercial swimming pool companies, Hydropool Hot Tubs, a leading hot tub and swim spa manufacturer, and Papke Properties, a small developer of industrial properties.

We personally have no problem with paying the employees 100 percent of the service charge collected but feel the Government has no right setting the amount charged at 10 percent.

Presently 60 percent of the fees collected are given to the employees

InterCaribbean Airways wins subsidy bid AIRLIFT services to the islands of South Caicos and Salt Cay will be provided by InterCaribbean Airways for the next year, the Government announced this week.

A statement on Monday (September 3) said the airline has won the bid for a Government subsidy after taking part in the annual tender process.

“The subsidy will ensure that essential air services are in place to guarantee that these small communities receive a minimal level of scheduled airlift,” it read.

For the past four years during the appropriation process, the Ministry of Finance, Trade and Investment has assessed the need for the service.

The assessment is based on

market perception and actual data recorded by the airlines and the TCI Airport Authority.

To date, the assessments have indicated a need for the subsidy as passenger volumes are inadequate to attract a profitable business proposal from wouldbe service providers.

“Based on the analysis, unsubsidised airfares would be prohibitive for the average consumer or there will be no service at all,” the statement said.

The ministry has then included a provisional amount in the budget accordingly.

Following the House of Assembly’s approval of the budget a tender process is conducted each year to determine the carrier.

with the remaining 40 percent used by management to partially cover operation expenses.

The Government is proposing 100 percent distribution to the employees on an equal basis as opposed to position or hours worked.

With the condo resort model giving the unit owner 50 to 60 percent of all revenue collected, combined with the very high costs of operating a business on the island, the management companies need their portion of the service charge to help cover expenses, insure a proper return on their investment and have the extra funds available for staff events, staff training and charitable donations to the Islands.

I sincerely doubt that if the proposed changes are passed, that hoteliers will continue to jump in and donate hundreds of thousands of dollars a year to various island charity projects such as the recent CCTVs. If it is deemed that the employee must receive 100 percent of the service charge collected, then the percentage should be maxed out at six percent so that the hotel owners and management companies can recoup their lost 40 percent share with a four percent resort fee as seen in many resorts around the world.

We are all for ensuring that employees are properly compensated but the Turks and Caicos Islands already has one of the highest minimum wage levels in the Caribbean, even without adding the employees portion of the service charge.

Very few hotel workers in the TCI are paid minimum wage and the market will dictate even higher wage levels as new resorts open and compete for the workforce.

If the proposed changes are passed, we are confident that all wages outside the hospitality sector, including government employees, will have to be increased to match the combined wage and service charge income that the hospitality employees will be earning.

We doubt that this was taken into consideration when the proposed changes were drafted.

Due to the high minimum wage, import duties and water and

Dale and Wendy Papke on Grace Bay beach

electricity costs the Turks and Caicos Islands already has one of the highest room rates in the Caribbean.

There is no way that hotels and resorts can increase rates to offset the lost 40 percent without seeing a downturn in occupancy.

This will be disastrous for the Islands, with higher room rates affecting occupancy and lower investment returns, resulting in lost condo sales or stalled developments.

Above and beyond the lost condo sales or stalled developments, the lower occupancy levels will lead to staff layoffs or wage reductions at the hotels.

Lower occupancies and layoffs would prove disastrous for the restaurant, taxi and retail sectors.

Even the Government would suffer as reduced occupancy would result in reduced collection of accommodation taxes.

This is above and beyond any impact on tourism from a downturn in the US economy that many foresee in the next 12 to 24 months.

The proposed changes, combined with the ever-increasing difficulties in getting renewed or new work permits for employees, severely restricts the TCI businesses’ ability to keep and bring employees to the Islands that are willing to be employed for the entry level or ‘get your hands dirty’ positions.

These strict immigration policies, combined with the proposed service charge changes could be the nail in the coffin in making the TCI undesirable as a territory to operate a hotel or resort on.

Contrary to the claims by the Government that there are lots of Turks and Caicos Islanders willing

to take on any available position, our experience has proven otherwise.

The TCI is no different than Canada or the United States where the lower paying or ‘get your hands dirty’ positions are only of interest to immigrants.

In the past two weeks, 15 percent of our employees including a senior manager have received stamped notices from the Government on their permit renewals that this is their final permit and that their permits will not be renewed next year.

These are employees that have worked hard for the benefit of the resort and the island for many years.

Not only will it be very difficult to replace their skills with competent Turks and Caicos Islanders but how do you expect them to keep on doing a great job for the resort for the remainder of the year, knowing their time on the island is coming to an end?

The Government must consult more with businesses and be open to their input before implementing changes.

If the Government and public do not start realising the benefits that investors like ourselves and the other hotel developers have done for this territory, and stop making doing business on these islands difficult, investors will start giving consideration to disposing of their assets and relocating to places that are actually “open for business”.

In the interim, until we see a more pro-business attitude we have cancelled plans to purchase another hotel on the Islands and have put on hold plans to develop a forty-unit tower on our empty corner lot.

Sad because this would have resulted in jobs and tax creation.

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Prime minister of the Bahamas, Dr Hubert Minnis, Minister of Tourism and Aviation, Dionisio D’Aguilar (centre) and president of Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association Carlton Russell

September 8-14, 2018

Overhead view of Sandals’ Beaches Resort in Providenciales

Bahamas PM travels to TCI to scope out Beaches resort

BY OLIVIA ROSE BAHAMAS prime minister Dr Hubert Minnis visited the Turks and Caicos Islands on Thursday (September 6) to scope out the allinclusive family resort Beaches.

According to the Bahamas Journal, the PM was accompanied

by Minister of Tourism and Aviation Dionisio D’Aguilar and other officials.

Earlier this week government press secretary Anthony Newbold said Dr Minnis and his delegation planned to tour Beaches to determine if the brand is suitable for Exuma.

He said: “They’re going to go and

Flamingo roundabout, Downtown, Providenciales

see what’s happening down there and come to some conclusion as to what the government thinks about Beaches.

“We know that Sandals presently operates two very successful properties here in the Bahamas, on Cable Beach and in Exuma.

“So any successful operation is

always welcomed here. We could use some more tourists always, so we’ll see what happens.”

Newbold said that Sandals have “made a success of Exuma” when others “couldn’t quite cut it”.

“They’ve been pretty successful with whatever they’ve done and so if they were to decide to ask the

government to go to Exuma, they must feel pretty comfortable that they can make a success of that as well.”

Back in 2016 Sandals Resorts International chairman Gordon ‘Butch’ Stewart signalled his interest to expand the world-renowned Beaches resort brand to the Bahamas.

Contractors resurface the Blue Hills roundabout in Providenciales

Main roundabouts in Provo to be resurfaced

BY OLIVIA ROSE SIX roundabouts in Providenciales will be resurfaced and patched in the coming weeks, the Government has announced.

The Public Works Department in collaboration with Herzog will be carrying out road upgrades during September, according to a statement on Monday (September 3).

They will take place on the

Tropicana Plaza roundabout, Seven Stars roundabout, Beaches roundabout, IGA roundabout, Venetian roundabout and the Downtown roundabout.

The resurfacing and patching works have already begun with the expansion and redesign of Blue Hills roundabout.

The project has seen the widening of Millennium Highway to four lanes

at a point just before it approaches the Walkin Marine premises.

In addition, the Ministry of Infrastructure has embarked on a project which will see about one mile of pavement added to roads throughout the TCI. At a press conference in March, Minister Hon. Goldray Ewing said it is aimed at protecting pedestrians who use the roadways and highways

daily.

“Sidewalks are also going in place and that is because of our new policy of making sure that pedestrians have some place to walk, instead of walking in the street.

“All new road construction from here on in will be done with sidewalks properly,” he said.

Minister Ewing shared that the work has a dual benefit.

“Roads without sidewalks or curves continue to have these big gouges eaten out of the sides of the road, and to combat that action by heavy equipment we need to put curves and sidewalks on all roads.”

The Cabinet on February 28 agreed for a company to complete the National Physical Development Plan which will see more infrastructural enhancements nationally.

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Former and deputy premiers trade words on incompetence

BY DELANA ISLES FORMER premier Dr Rufus Ewing threw some punches in the Government’s direction last week, prompting Deputy Premier Sean Astwood to throw back some of his own.

The issue arose from the abrupt adjournment of the House of Assembly after a requested amendment to a motion led to an hour-long debate with accusations being made and insults being traded.

This led to the former premier questioning whether the Government was incompetent or just too scared to debate the opposition.

On Thursday, August 30, the deputy premier fired back accusing Ewing of his own incompetence under his leadership.

EWING TAKES THE FIRST SWING A Facebook post on Wednesday, August 29, touched on not just the disputed motor vehicle import policy motion.

In it the former premier said the PDM Government’s lack of a comprehensive agenda with timelines to address the issues important to the TCI people has resulted in their constitutional requirement to meet once every six weeks not being met very often.

He stated: “The convening of a parliamentary sitting just to meet constitutional mandate of six weeks uncloaks the Government’s lack of strategic planning and leadership abilities.”

He said that there were items on the Tuesday’s order paper that were important to the people, but the meeting was “purely just to meet the constitutional mandate of six weeks.”

Ewing questioned why Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson “intentionally threw an unprovoked temper tantrum, or as we call it ‘hissy fit’ and suspended the House of Assembly?”

He wanted to know if there were issues that the Government does not want to be addressed, such as leader of opposition’s motion to debate the issue of aged vehicles, or whether the premier was disturbed by issues surrounding the Service Charge Bill that was on Tuesday’s order paper for the first reading.

“Having placed such an important bill on the Order Paper, why be concerned about its progress through to a second reading?”

He said that maybe all of those reasons factored into the early suspension of the assembly.

He then pointed to a letter that has been in circulation over the past week from hospitality employers to

Deputy Premier, Sean Astwood

their employees.

The letter, which he attached to his social media post, warned hospitality workers that they will have to scrap service charge if the Government goes ahead with the Draft Service Charge Bill that restores 100 percent of the charge to workers.

In the letter, employers emphatically stated that this will be the action taken if the Service Charge Bill was passed without further dialogue with them and proposed amendments being made to it.

Ewing opined that all of these inactions and actions on the part of the Government are reflective of “a weak and indecisive government that is clueless and without vision and strategic planning abilities and are there just for the ride, wasting taxpayers money convening parliament meetings without real and meaningful purpose.”

He stated that disrespecting a former chief minister and now leader of opposition by use of temper tantrum tactics as a distraction and means to an end is the “lowest of low” and unbecoming of a leader.

The former premier said that the premier ought to apologise to the members of the House of Assembly and the entire Turks and Caicos Islands for her behaviour.

“If the Speaker of the House does not see the need for this then he is blinded by political patronage and should remove himself from the chair that he continues to dishonour.”

ASTWOOD FIRES BACK First observing that he usually avoids referring to events of the

Former Premier Rufus Ewing

past, the deputy premier said that since the “failed former leader of the PNP, Hon. Rufus Ewing, accused the current PDM administration of either running scared or being incompetent, I will have to remind him of the PNP Government being both scared and incompetent under his leadership.”

He reminded the former leader that in April 2016, the PDM, while in opposition at the time, successfully brought a private members motion to the House of Assembly asking for the reinstatement of 100 percent gratuity that had been amended by the PNP Government in 2004 to allow 40 percent of the gratuity paid by guests to be retained by hotel and resorts.

He said that Ewing and his Cabinet members gave numerous reasons why the reinstatement could not be done and that all government ministers abstained from voting for the motion.

Those ministers and members were Rufus Ewing, Akierra Missick, Washington Misick, Portia Stubbs Smith, Norman Saunders, Ruth Blackman and Donhue Gardiner, Astwood pointed out.

“This is a matter of public record, all eight members of the PDM opposition voted yes and the motion was carried. The PNP Government then refused to implement it.”

He said this was a clear indication that the Rufus Ewing led PNP Government had no intention of ensuring that 100 percent service charge was received by the people in the tourism industry who rightfully deserve it.

“PDM was the only party that ran on reinstating 100 percent gratuity

and the only government to bring the bill to the House of Assembly to ensure that this happens.”

He added that history shows that the only party that was scared to restore the 100 percent to the hospitality workers was the Rufus Ewing led PNP Government.

He added that as it relates to the motor vehicle policy issue, Misick could not expect to debate an incomplete motion when the Government was not privy to information he wanted to be added in at the last moment as reference.

“With all his years of legislative experience, Hon. Misick should have known better. Hon. Misick must accept fault for his failure to prepare a proper motion.

“If he is serious about his private member’s motion, he should resubmit the motion with the reference document attached.”

He continued: “The former failed PNP leader refers to the premier disrespecting the leader of the opposition, however, he neglected to mention the disrespect displayed by the leader of the opposition towards the premier.”

‘DISRESPECTFUL WORDS’ The deputy premier said that after the premier asked the speaker to take a ten minute break to allow Misick to collect his thoughts, the party leader “became irate and hurled disrespectful words towards the premier and the premier responded.”

He said that while the premier apologised to Misick, “the HOA, and the country” for her response to the him, Misick is yet to offer a similar

apology.

On the issue of incompetence, Astwood said that it was the Ewing administration’s premature firing of the former attorney general that resulted in his Government being sued and ultimately having to settle, costing taxpayers thousands of dollars.

He added that this is just one example of incompetence under Ewing’s leadership.

“The Rufus Ewing led PNP Government was also sued by students that were entitled to scholarships that his Government refused to honour.

“The fact that Hon. Rufus Ewing called the wrong election date in 2016 which resulted in him going into an election like a deer in headlights, magnified his level of incompetence.”

He added that the ultimate demonstration of incompetence and recklessness was when the former premier and former member of the National Security Council in a press release after hurricane Irma publicly stated that the terriotry’s radar station was damaged and needed to be repaired, thereby announcing to the world that its borders were open to be breached.

“The former leader of the PNP was out of touch when he was premier and he continues to be out of touch and clueless as to what is transpiring in the HOA, but if he wants to go down the road of being reminded of his lacklustre performance as the former premier of this country, I will oblige him,” Deputy Premier Astwood stated.

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Hundreds of items are given to Ianthe Pratt Primary School

Volunteers hand out much needed school supplies to the pupils

Sandals donates school supplies to primary pupils PUPILS from Ianthe Pratt Primary School in Providenciales received a donation of school supplies, backpacks and literacy tools recently.

The Sandals Foundation donated hundreds of items to its neighbouring school on Friday, August 24, to mark the start of the academic year.

Ange Toussaint, public relations coordinator for Beaches, explained that the annual giveaway has

provided thousands of school supplies to students throughout the TCI over the years.

“We’ve donated items to the Enid Capron Primary School and the Clement Howell High School for back to school in the past,” she said in a statement on Thursday (September 6).

“This is the first year the giveaway has taken place at the Ianthe Pratt

Primary School.”

She added the resort is excited to bring the event to the school as it is “right in our community”.

“We note that there’s still work to done and hope these items can bring some form of relief to parents and students alike.”

The items were donated through the Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts

International.

Neekimo King, principal of the Ianthe Pratt Primary School, said: “Recently, our office has been bombarded with complaints from parents about the struggle they face with preparing for back to school.

“So, it is with a heart of gratitude that I write on behalf of all the stakeholders of the Ianthe Pratt Primary School to say thank you.

“Your back to school tokens was timely and much appreciated.”

Nearly a dozen staff volunteers from Beaches took part in the donation drive.

Through the foundation’s partnership with Packed for a Purpose, guests are encouraged to bring school supplies to the resort based on wish list provided by the schools.

‘Learn to swim’ programmes continue throughout the school year SUMMER is over and it’s time to hit the books once again, but one local charity shares a reminder that summer fun can be year round when you live in the Caribbean.

That fun is swimming, and Swim and Surf TCI continues to encourage parents and guardians to keep their little ones signed up in ‘learn to swim’ classes throughout the new school year.

Sandra Shaw, founding member of Swim and Surf TCI, told the Weekly News recently that the charity’s learn to swim programme is expanding this school year now that they have acquired their first trainee swim teacher.

“Angelo Clarke is working with us and learning from one of the most experienced swim teachers in TCI, our head swim teacher Angela Carey,” Shaw said.

Other activities centre on getting more swim teachers certified in Providenciales so that the charity can offer even more affordable classes for parents to enrol their children.

Swim Australia has been invited to TCI, Shaw said.

They will conduct a swim teacher training course for people in the community who are currently interested in teaching swimming but are unable to travel to attend the courses in other countries.

The Swim Australia programme will provide a four year certification as a learn to swim teacher.

This certification will then allow them to gain employment or volunteer to develop and expand learn to swim throughout TCI. “We are very honoured to have Shannon Townsend travelling to Providenciales to help us progress the development of swimming in TCI. “She is a top industry professional and has presented the Swim Australia learn to swim courses throughout Australia and South East Asia.

“This programme is so much in demand that Tankeeya Butts from The Josh Project in

the USA is travelling to TCI to participate and train in the programme,” the Swim and Surf TCI founder stated.

The charity will also be offering a babies and toddler programme, during which a parent must accompany their child in the water for group sessions.

Other programmes will include ‘Kids Alive Do the Five, Living with Water’ programme which was developed by Laurie Lawrence former Australian Olympic coach, and owner of Worldwide swim school.

This programme, Shaw said, is endorsed by the Australian government and is an integral component of many swimming programmes throughout the world. It targets parents and children under the age of five.

The full schedule of programmes follows an equally busy one over the summer holidays.

Shaw expressed happiness that awareness is growing within the local community about the importance of swimming in a territory

such as the TCI. She continues to appeal to parents to join their children in learning this life saving skill.

“It is not just children that need to learn to swim, parents also need to learn to swim and be educated on how to have a water safe family and what to do in emergencies in the event of someone coming into difficulty in and around the water, whether at home, pool or the beach,” Shaw encouraged.

Recently the local charity joined with the rest of the world in celebrating the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) event which included 41,814 participants at 603 facilities in 27 countries.

Those countries included Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Benin, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Ghana, India, Ireland, Jamaica, Mexico, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, Thailand, Turks and Caicos Islands, Ukraine, UAE, UK, the US and Uruguay. (Delana Isles)

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PORTS PROJECT MANAGER

The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is seeking an outstanding professional to serve in the role of Ports Project Manager.

The transition towards more sedentary jobs in wealthier countries is likely to be making people less active, experts say.

Lack of exercise puts one in four people at risk, WHO says

VERY little progress has been made in reducing levels of inactivity worldwide, experts have warned.

A WHO report estimates that more than a quarter of people worldwide - 1.4 billion - are not doing enough physical exercise, a figure that has barely improved since 2001.

Inactivity raises the risk of a raft of health problems, such as heart disease, type-2 diabetes and some cancers.

High-income countries, including the UK, were among the least active.

And women were found to be more sedentary throughout the world, with the exception of two regions of Asia.

Researchers from the World Health Organization (WHO) looked at selfreported data on activity from 358 population-based surveys in 168 countries, including 1.9 million people, for their study in The Lancet Global Health.

They found in high-income countries, which include the UK and the USA, the proportion of inactive people had risen from 32% in 2001 to 37% in 2016, while in low-income countries it had remained stable at 16%.

Those who were classed as inactive did less than 150 minutes of moderate exercise - or 75 minutes at a vigorous intensity - a week.

Countries driving the upwards trend included Germany, New Zealand and the US. Women were less active than men in all but East and South-East Asia, with the biggest differences being in South Asia, Central Asia, the Middle East, north Africa and high-income Western countries.

OVERVIEW: The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is a selfsupporting public statutory body established in 2008 for the management of maritime affairs. The port system consists of three international ports on Providenciales, South Caicos and Grand Turk as well as domestic ports at Bellefield Landing, North Caicos and Dean’s Dock, Salt Cay. The port system is important for international and domestic connectivity. It is essential that all facilities are operated in compliance with local regulations and international standards. This position seeks to ensure port infrastructure is properly maintained to support efficient and effective port operations; and support planning and timely implementation of port improvement projects throughout the ports system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Under general direction of the Deputy Director of Ports, the Ports Project Manager shall plan, organize, integrate and oversee the engineering/construction work of the Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos.

• The holder of the post will provide expert professional assistance and support on engineering, construction and major maintenance, and related facilities matters; and performs related duties as assigned.

• He/she will be responsible for basic engineering designs and concepts, project management, surveying, consultancy and construction contract administration, construction inspection, scheduling and quality control, cost estimating, and overseeing maintenance programs.

• The holder will have to travel within the Islands to undertake works throughout the ports system.

• The post holder will work closely with PWD in carrying out the job responsibilities.

• The incumbent is expected to support high-level decision making within general policy guidelines and utilize exemplary and analytical skills on matters that are critical to the operational success of the Ports Authority.

PROJECT SPECIFIC DUTIES TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

• Prepare regular condition reports on facilities and port infrastructure to inform capital budget formulation • Prepare project concepts, scope of works and cost estimates as inputs to preparation of business cases and project proposals • Prepare terms of reference, assist with contracting and oversee inputs of external engineers engaged by the Ports Authority

from time to time • Review and approve the design drawings on behalf of the Ports Authority to ensure compliance with the designs of projects.

• Assist with the preparation of Contract Documents using FIDIC conditions of contract.

• Oversee facilities modification, including obtaining estimates on equipment, labour, materials and other related costs and requirements.

• Review testing methods and materials in the lab when necessary.

• Monitor and approve construction progress.

• Preparation of Engineer Certificates for progressed work.

• Liaise with the Public Works Department to implementation of work plans • Provide weekly/monthly (or as determined) progress reports of projects to the Director and Deputy Director of Ports as inputs to Operations Report to be sent to the Board • Engage and manage subcontractors and service providers to ensure minimal interruptions.

• Be a standing participant of the Infrastructure Subcommittee of the Board of Directors and provide secretariat service by preparing action reports and follow reports on outcome for such meetings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: • Knowledge and experience in planning and managing port related projects • Knowledge of Contract management and FIDIC Conditions of Contracts • Knowledge of public procurement processes highly desirable • Knowledge of Planning Ordinance Regulations and Building Codes of the Turks and Caicos Islands • Knowledge of AutoCAD and other costing and design software will be an asset • Knowledge in MS Project would be an asset MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Under Graduate Degree from a recognized university with a major in civil engineering or a closely related field; and at least twelve years of responsible management experience in the design, construction and maintenance of diverse and complex public facilities, with civil engineering and construction experience.

Qualification/Certification in Project Management would be an asset.

Salary and Allowances: $72,000 per annum.

Interested persons should submit a resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), certified copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications should be addressed to: Director, Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands Envelopes should have the subject “Ports Project Manager” clearly marked on the front and can be delivered to the Ports Authority Office at South Dock, Providenciales, or

Emailed to: HR Manager at dsimms@portstci.com.

The subject line in the email should read “Ports Project Manager”.

Deadline for submission: September 3, 2018. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted. A full job description is available on our website at www.ports.tc.

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Science & Technology First attempt to permanently change a person’s DNA to cure a disease shows promise EARLY, partial results from a historic gene editing study give encouraging signs that the process might be safe and achieving at least some of its hoped-for effect, but it’s too soon to know whether it ultimately will succeed.

The results announced Wednesday are from the first test of gene editing in the human body, an attempt to permanently change a person’s DNA to cure a disease – in this case, a genetic disorder called Hunter syndrome that often kills people in their teens.

In two patients who got a

medium dose of the treatment, urine levels of large sugar compounds that are hallmarks of Hunter syndrome had fallen by half, on average, four months later – a possible sign the treatment is working. Two others who got a low dose have seen little change in these sugars so far.

There’s no way to know yet whether the change in the middle-dose patients is due to the gene editing or something else. But the fact that their sugars have declined consistently since treatment suggests it might be.

“I cannot absolutely say it’s a treatment effect,” but the drop is “really encouraging,” said Dr. Joseph Muenzer of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, the study’s leader.

The main goal of early treatment studies is to test safety, but researchers also look for hints that the therapy is working.

Muenzer gave the results at a conference in Greece and consults for the treatment’s maker, California-based Sangamo Therapeutics.

Sangamo’s president, Dr. Sandy Macrae, said tests in

about five months will reveal more, but the change in the middle-dose group so far “looks really good.”

“The most rational explanation for this is that what we hoped was going to happen has happened,” he said.

Several independent experts agreed.

“The results are exciting” and suggest that the gene editing is working to some degree, without safety concerns so far, said Dr. Howard Kaufman, a Boston scientist and member of a National Institutes of Health panel that reviewed the study before it began.

Dr. Matthew Porteus, a genetics expert at Stanford University who consults for two other companies developing gene therapies, said more time is needed to see how the patients’ immune system continues to react to the treatment and whether the effects last, but added, “I would be excited about continuing to push along” based on these results.

HOW IT WORKS Gene editing is intended as a

Brian Madeux (backing camera) was the first person in the world to participate in a gene editing attempt in his body, for the inherited disease Hunter syndrome..

more precise way to do gene therapy, to knock out a bad gene or supply a good one that’s missing. Doctors hope it will give a way to address a host of diseases that can’t be treated well now.

In November, a Phoenixarea man with Hunter syndrome, Brian Madeux, became the first person to test this inside the body. He lacks a gene that makes an enzyme that breaks down certain large sugar compounds called GAGs. These build up in cells and cause havoc throughout the body.

Through an IV, Madeux received many copies of a corrective gene and a geneediting tool called zinc

finger nucleases to help put it in a precise spot in his DNA. He was one of the two patients given a very low dose of the treatment, because this first-in-human testing called for extreme caution.

EARLY RESULTS In Madeux and the other lowdose patient, levels of the telltale sugar compounds in urine rose 9 percent on average after four months. Muenzer said it’s hard to know whether this is a significant change; little is known about the biology of these compounds, including whether they fluctuate during the day or before or after meals.

Artificial intelligence used to predict cancer growth SCIENTISTS have used artificial intelligence to predict how cancers will progress and evolve.

This could help doctors design the most effective treatment for each patient.

A team led by the Institute of Cancer Research London (ICR) and the University of Edinburgh developed a new technique known as Revolver (Repeated Evolution of Cancer).

This picks out patterns in DNA mutation within cancers and uses the information to forecast future genetic changes.

The researchers said the ever-changing nature of tumours was one of the biggest challenges in treating cancer with cancers often evolving to a drug-resistant form.

BREAST TUMOURS However, if doctors can predict how a tumour will evolve, they could intervene

The ever-changing nature of tumours is one of the biggest challenges in treating cancer.

earlier to stop cancer in its tracks before it has had a chance to evolve or develop resistance, increasing the patient’s chances of survival.

The team also found a link between certain sequences of repeated tumour mutations and survival outcome.

This suggests that repeating patterns of DNA mutations could be used as an indicator of prognosis, helping to shape future treatment.

For example, researchers

found that breast tumours which had a sequence of errors in the genetic material that codes for the tumoursuppressing protein p53, followed by mutations in chromosome 8, survived less time than those with other similar trajectories of genetic changes.

The research team developed a new machine learning technique which transfers knowledge about tumours across similar patients.

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On behalf of our clients Nightingale Ltd.

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A reporter with 8 - 10 year’s experience in court and community reporting. Successful applicant must be committed, a good team player and one who is willing to work long hours. An exciting position for an unmarried man or woman who is seeking a career with an established on-island publication. Must have a driver’ s license, must be familiar with the computer and should have a working knowledge of photography. Salary will be based on experience.

A vacancy has arisen for a new position for domestic staff on Providenciales. The position is for two people, preferably a couple, and will involve: 1. Caring for an elderly and infirm person, and other family members, including some night work.

2. Light domestic cleaning, housekeeping and shopping duties.

3. Gardening, home and pool maintenance and general maintenance duties.

4. Designing and implementing a physical care / exercise regime for the person to receive care.

Hours 40 per week each, some overtime possible.

Pay: $2,500.00 per month, plus accommodation.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Full driving license, or willing to learn quickly.

• Belonger or PRC (with full right to work) holder only.

• Elder caregiver qualifications and experience.

• Home maintenance / Pool maintenance experience.

• Phys Ed. Qualifications or experience.

• Cooking, housekeeping skills.

Please apply in writing to [CORIATS ATTENTION DS] with a c.v. and details of relevant work experience, and references to ds@coriats.com. Interested persons should also apply to the Labour Department. Deadline for submissions is 3rd September 2018.

Apply to: The Editor, tcweeklynews@gmail,com Sorry, no phone calls please.

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Only one position is filled by a work permit holder, the other remains unfilled and is still required.

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CONTACT: 241-4678

EMAIL: TADDERLEY@ ICLOUD.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is vacant

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Come Be a Spa Tropique Girl!

Spa Tropique is on the hunt to find the best massage therapists on island! If you have at least three years of experience with a four star spa and have an upbeat and positive personality, we hope you will come and meet with us! If you are experienced in facials and nails-even better!

Applicants must be able to speak and write English fluently, have a clean driver’s license and their own vehicle in excellent working condition. Please see further requirements for applicants below.

We look forward to meeting you! Deadline for applications is: September 22, 2018.

REQUIREMENTS: Applicants for the position are required to have: • Obtained a diploma in Massage Therapy from an internationally accredited school from Canada, Great Britain,

United States, Australia, Jamaica, Thailand or Philippines.

• Completed a massage course of at least 1800 hours plus and 6 months of practical training.

• Certified in Reflexology, Hot Stone, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Lymphatic Drainage, Myofacial Release, Prenatal Massage, Shiatsu.

• Other Modalities Required: Esthetician Licensing, Waxing, Manicure and Pedicures • At least 3 years experience with a spa rated 4 stars or above.

• Their own vehicle in excellent working order and a clean license • Fluent spoken and written English (A written exam will be provided).

• Basic computer skills for use of company software • Be available to work 9am-7pm every day. Weekends and holiday are a must. (Schedules are subject to change).

Renumeration: $6.25 hourly plus commission and gratuities.

Please email your resume to: relax@spatropique.com or drop off at 202 W. Venture House, Grace Bay Road.

Applicants may also forward resumes to the government employee services offices.

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Cayman Government working on mosquito eradication plan THE Cayman Islands government’s new focus group for mosquito eradication will debate a variety of approaches, said Jim McNelly, the director of the Mosquito Research and Control Unit.

The group met for the first time last weekend in an effort to compose a new eradication plan for the Aedes aegypti mosquito, and Dr. McNelly said it will debate strategies in surveillance and control.

“MRCU currently has a ‘kitchen sink’ of potential tools and tactics that we’ve discussed internally.

We have tried to identify anything and everything that has potential to help us meet our objective,” said Mr. McNelly via email on Friday morning. “Eradication is no simple task and it is vital that we engage the community as part of our approach, and maintain communication, education and engagement.

“A ‘Top Down’ approach, meaning MRCU is entirely responsible for eradication, is unlikely to succeed.

MRCU will seek to stimulate a ‘Bottom Up’ approach at the same time which is, simply put, getting

The Cayman government is looking to compose an eradication plan for the Aedes aegypti mosquito.

people to recognize their part in eliminating the containers that produce Ae. aegypti.”

MRCU is currently evaluating its previous method of using genetically modified mosquitoes in partnership with Oxitec, and Mr. McNelly said they have not lost confidence in that approach.

“MRCU’s evaluation of Oxitec’s mosquitoes is ongoing,” he said of a 10-month evaluation program that began in May and will carry into next year. “Integration of their mosquitoes into either our Integrated

Mosquito Management program or Eradication plan will be determined by the final results.”

Mr. McNelly reiterated that an engaged public will be crucial in combatting the Aedes aegypti mosquito, and he said the funding for the program will be used to support crucial control methods. That includes door-to-door inspections, turning over containers and treating containers with residual larvicides.

“It will also support barrier treatments – treatments of vegetation that serve as harborage sites for adult Ae. Aegytpi – as we have done and continue to do in response to imported cases of mosquito-borne disease such as dengue, chikungunya and Zika viruses,” said Mr. McNelly.

“In addition, the money will support tools and tactics identified by MRCU as part of our eradication plan. Those tools and tactics will be agreed upon for the most part prior to 2019. I can say that we want to maximize every dollar and ensure that sound science supports the expenditure of monies associated with eradication efforts.”

(Cayman Compass)

St Vincent PM denies existence of local ‘Mongoose Gang’ FOLLOWING the recent evacuation by the US government of 23 Peace Corps volunteers from St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) at short notice due to a “specific safety reason”, Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves has denied allegations that their safety was threatened by what is said to be a modern-day equivalent of Eric Gairy’s infamous paramilitary “Mongoose Gang” in neighbouring Grenada.

“I have decided to speak on this matter today because of much “fake news” which have been in circulation about it including in one local newspaper and in an online regional publication. In the case of the latter, the brazen falsehoods were published that one of my sons has allegedly organised a ‘mongoose gang’, a group of thugs, going about smashing vehicles belonging to the Peace Corps volunteers because of their alleged links to the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the USA,” Gonsalves said.

The Mongoose Gang was a private army or militia that operated from 1970 to 1979 under the control of Sir Eric Gairy, the premier and later prime minister of Grenada.

Officially, Mongoose Gang members were called Special Reserve Police or Volunteer Constables.

Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves has denied all accusation of a ‘mongoose gang’.

The Mongoose Gang was responsible for silencing critics, breaking up demonstrations and murdering opponents of the Gairy regime, and has often been compared to Haiti’s Tonton Macoute, a similar special operations unit within the Haitian paramilitary force created in 1959 by dictator François “Papa Doc” Duvalier.

The parallel with the Mongoose Gang in Grenada was brought to the attention of Caribbean News Now by a US government source, speaking on condition of anonymity, who told us that the safety concerns expressed in relation to the Peace Corps volunteers had in fact existed

for some time and were not simply based on one specific recent incident.

The existence of a so-called police “Black Squad” has been reported and debated in SVG for some years, something that appears to have been confirmed by acting commissioner of police Colin John on local radio last week.

“There are some police officers within the Royal St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) who are involved in activities unbecoming of the oath and expectations of their positions,” John said.

According to one local resident, the Black Squad is made up of men “who, literally, have been taken from the streets and with little or no police training are placed in the force with guns… They actually go around terrorising and intimidating opponents of this regime.”

Another resident told Caribbean News Now that his house had been broken into by the police Black Squad a few weeks ago.

“My interpretation is that the police are so incompetent and desperate (because of political pressure to clamp down on violent crime) that they are madly dashing from pillar to post to at least seem to be doing something,” he said.

Conflicting signs in the Cayman Islands between public beach access and a purported “private beach”

Beach access controversy continues in the Cayman Islands A NEWLY formed Public Lands Commission in the Cayman Islands has begun rolling out beach access signs across Grand Cayman as part of efforts to address issues concerning beach access. This includes owners of oceanfront homes continuing to deter the public from using beaches in front of their property.

Local activist groups are nevertheless still trying to get the issue addressed in court, especially because increasing coastal development is making it harder for residents to enjoy the Cayman Islands’ beautiful beaches.

The government has repeatedly promised to address the issues of access, but many activists still believe the issue is not being tackled and owners continue to chase away local people attempting to get to

the beach, because what belongs to landowners and what is public remains confusing.

A group of concerned citizens who have been pressing government for more than 15 years to register beach access points are still battling to get the case heard in court, even though they say it is within the remit of the attorney general to get the easements and rights of way registered.

After a long battle, the group has secured some legal aid funding, though not enough to cover the cost of bringing the case, which they say is a public interest case and should therefore be paid for by the public purse.

While the land commission has begun rolling out the signs, the message is not always getting through.

British police officer to be extradited to Antigua to face 2015 rape charge A BRITISH police officer who allegedly committed rape in Antigua and Barbuda more than three years ago has been ordered extradited to the twin-island nation to face the court, following the historic, successful extradition request by the country’s Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).

A statement from the government today said that the country achieved a first in legal history for the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and a very rare occurrence for the wider Caribbean, when Anthony Armstrong was successful in getting a British court to accept his request to extradite the officer.

It is alleged that the officer, who was not identified in the statement, was on vacation in Antigua and Barbuda in May 2015, and raped a foreign student studying at a local educational institution shortly after meeting her.

The matter was reported to the police who commenced investigations, but before the officer could be apprehended, he returned to the United Kingdom (UK) in late May. The statement from government said the extradition request was made through the UK Crown Prosecutions Service who presented the extradition request before the Westminster Magistrates’ Court before a senior District Judge in October of 2017.

The request was granted in July this year, after the British Court heard legal arguments for and against the request for the police officer’s extradition.

The court’s decision was sent to the British Home Secretary for him to decide whether to issue an order for the return of the fugitive officer.

The order was signed by the Home Secretary in August of 2018, paving the way for the British officer return to Antigua and Barbuda.

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St Maarten joins catastrophe risk insurance facility

A shanty town off Carmichael Road.

Bahamas: Shanty task force broken up as legal wrangles continue THE government’s Shanty Town Action Task Force has been dissolved in New Providence, according to Labour Minister Dion Foulkes, who told reporters outside Cabinet Tuesday his team was still fulfilling its mandate in the Family Islands.

Mr Foulkes said he and Minister of Public Works Desmond Bannister are investigating why a letter mandating the removal of a structure located east of Bacardi Road was sent out by the Building Control Division last month.

The Supreme Court previously ordered the government and utility providers to halt any planned evictions, service disconnections or demolitions in shanty towns pending a judicial review of the Minnis administration’s policy to eradicate those communities, filed on behalf of 177 shanty town residents from both New Providence and Abaco.

Legal counsel for residents, Fred Smith, QC, has threatened to petition the court to have top officials cited for contempt if the notices are not rescinded, and certain conditions met by 4pm on Friday.

Attorney General Carl Bethel told reporters outside Cabinet yesterday he was confident the matter would be amicably resolved with legal counsel.

“We are investigating,” Mr Foulkes said, “we do not know whether that is connected to the shanty town matter or that’s a separate thing that they normally do in their normal course of work down at the Ministry of Works.”

He continued: “Since the injunction, we have dissolved the Shanty Town Action Task Force in New Providence pursuant to the court order. We are very active in the Family Islands, we are active in Abaco.”

When asked whether there were any concerns a judicial review would

be launched to cover unregulated Family Island communities, Mr Foulkes said: “I cannot anticipate that, we have a mandate by the prime minister to pursue the matter and we are pursuing it.”

Mr Foulkes said he plans to travel to Abaco on Saturday for a meeting on the next phase of consultation, establish five subcommittees, and to explore alternative housing arrangements for the resident population, which is estimated to be between 2,000 and 7,000 people in the Mud and Pigeon Pea settlements.

“The survey will give us the exact number of the residents in terms of the children,” Mr Foulkes said, “in terms of the adults, who have legal status, that will give us an idea of what exactly we are faced with in Abaco.”

In early August, Haitian Pastors League President Dr Jean Paul Charles told The Tribune he did not think the number of families still living in all 11 shanty towns in the capital exceeded 150 groups.

On Tuesday, Dr Charles said there did not appear to be any significant level of recidivism in those communities as a result of the injunction.

Outside Cabinet, Mr Foulkes said: “We removed close to 400 derelict vehicles (in New Providence), we were in the process of having very good meetings with Haitian Bahamian leadership. We had Haitian leaders going into the communities persuading people to leave.

“In one community, there were about 40 households, and there was only one remaining household left there and I was told that that family was about to leave.

“I don’t know what happened since the injunction.”

He added: “We are under strict instructions not to do anything in New Providence until the court matter is heard.” (Tribune242)

ST. MAARTEN has joined CCRIF SPC (formerly the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility), purchasing coverage for tropical cyclones, earthquakes and excess rainfall.

The Dutch Caribbean island joined the Facility on September 1 as a late entrant this policy year which began on June 1, 2018. CCRIF’s membership now stands at 20 countries – 19 Caribbean governments and one Central American government – as in this policy year both the British Virgin Islands and Montserrat also joined the Facility.

“We are pleased to welcome St. Maarten as a new member to CCRIF and look forward to working with the Government of St. Maarten to strengthen its disaster risk management framework in the face of increasing climate-related risks,” said CCRIF CEO, Isaac Anthony.

CCRIF provides parametric insurance coverage, the selection of which is largely driven by the fact that parametric insurance is generally less expensive than an equivalent traditional indemnity insurance product as it does not require a loss assessment procedure in case of a disaster. This is an important feature considering the urgent need

St. Maarten was severely impacted by Hurricane Irma in September 2017 with damages in the country estimated by the government and contained in its disaster recovery plan to be in excess of us$1.8 billion.

for liquidity by a government after a catastrophe.

St. Maarten, like 12 other Caribbean countries, was severely impacted by Hurricane Irma in September 2017 with damages in the country estimated by the Government and contained in its disaster recovery plan to be in excess of US$1.8 billion. Following

Tropical Cyclones Irma and Maria in 2017, CCRIF made payouts totalling US$55 million to 9 member governments.

Since CCRIF’s inception in 2007, it has made 36 payouts totalling US$130.5 million to 13 member governments, all within 14 days of the event – one of the Facility’s core principles. (Caribbean360)

It’s now illegal to import styrofoam into Grenada STYROFOAM can no longer be imported into Grenada.

From September 1, a ban on importation took effect. It is the first step in a phased approach to the eradication of Styrofoam and reduction of single-use plastics, in keeping with the Non-Biodegradable Waste Control Act which was passed in both Houses of Parliament this year.

The second phase will be a ban on the sale of Styrofoam, effective March 1, 2019; and by the start of the following month, the sale and offer for sale of food in or with these products will be prohibited.

Ultimately, there should be no Styrofoam across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, the government said.

Minister for Climate Resilience and the Environment, Senator Simon Stiell said the ban was not instituted arbitrarily, but in consultation with importers and other stakeholders. “…The importation ban will prohibit more Styrofoam from being imported into the country. We have been discussing with importers what product they have coming into the country, what they have on order and what they have in inventory,” he

From the start of this month, the ban is into effect.

said.

Stiell said it was encouraging that “many restaurants and many stores have already transitioned to alternative products, and the stated timelines are agreed upon by both importers and Government.”

He added that Government was committed to working together with stakeholders to ensure that the transition and economic impact of

the ban on Styrofoam and specified single-use plastics are as seamless as possible.

The Environment Minister described the Non-Biodegradable Waste Control Act as “progressive legislation” which seeks to regulate the use of non-biodegradable products, with a view to reducing the negative environmental impacts and improving the health of Grenadians.

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World News British navy’s HMS Albion warned over South China Sea ‘provocation’ CHINA has accused the UK of “provocative actions”, after a British warship sailed close to the disputed Paracel islands in the South China Sea. The Chinese told HMS Albion to leave in “an aggressive manner”, taking position “irresponsibly close” to the ship, the BBC’s Jonathan Beale has been told.

The Royal Navy said it was conducting a freedom of navigation exercise “in full compliance with international law”.

But China said the UK had entered its territorial waters without permission.

A source told the BBC that a Chinese warship tailed the Albion from just 200 metres, while Chinese jets flew low over the British warship during the encounter.

The Paracels are controlled by China but also claimed by Vietnam and Taiwan.

China’s definition of the 12-mile limit around the islands is not the same as those limits which have been internationally recognised.

The UK Ministry of Defence has insisted the Albion was always in international waters.

Details of the challenge have not been made public, but both sides are said to have remained calm during the encounter on 31 August.

The HMS Albion, an 18,000 tonne amphibious warship carrying a contingent of Royal Marines, then

Vice-President Mike Pence. A statement posted on Twitter said: ‘Our office is above such amateur acts.’

Pence and Pompeo deny writing explosive op-ed attacking Trump The HMS Albion was conducting a freedom of navigation exercise.

docked at Ho Chi Minh City, in Vietnam, on Monday.

The naval stand-off comes at a time when the UK is courting China in the hope of securing a favourable post-Brexit trade deal.

In a statement to news agency Reuters, China’s foreign ministry said HMS Albion had “infringed on China’s sovereignty”.

“China strongly opposes this and has lodged stern representations with the British side to express strong dissatisfaction,” it said.

It said Beijing urged the UK to “immediately stop such provocative actions, to avoid harming the broader picture of bilateral relations and regional peace and stability.”

China’s territorial claims in the

South China Sea have long been a source of dispute, with Vietnam, the Philippines, Taiwan, Malaysia and Brunei all contesting its actions.

The sea is a major shipping route and home to abundant fishing grounds that supply the livelihoods of people across the region.

It is also home to two largely uninhabited island chains - the Paracels and the Spratlys - which are said to have reserves of various natural resources around them.

China claims by far the largest portion of territory - an area defined by the “nine-dash line” which stretches hundreds of miles south and east from its most southerly province of Hainan.

VICE-PRESIDENT Mike Pence and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo have denied writing an explosive and anonymous opinion piece that said an internal “resistance” is working to thwart parts of Donald Trump’s agenda, as the White House seeks to rout out the author.

Trump reacted with fury to the anonymous account, published by the New York Times on Wednesday, which was written by a current Trump administration official and claimed an internal White House coalition is working to frustrate “his worst inclinations” until he leaves – or can be removed from – office.

Trump derided the article as “anonymous, meaning gutless” and lashed out at the New York Times for publishing it, insisting “they don’t like Donald Trump and I don’t like them because they’re very dishonest

people”.

In a tweet on Wednesday evening, Trump insisted: “If the GUTLESS anonymous person does indeed exist, the Times must, for National Security purposes, turn him/her over to government at once!”

Pompeo, who is visiting New Delhi, told reporters on Thursday: “It’s not mine” after fevered speculation over who wrote the article seized Washington.

The White House press secretary, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, called on the “coward” who wrote the piece to “do the right thing and resign”.

Pompeo said it “shouldn’t surprise anyone” that the New York Times chose to print “such a piece” and if the piece actually was written by a top US official the outlet “should not have chosen to take a disgruntled, deceptive, bad actor’s word for anything.”

India court legalises gay sex in landmark ruling In a historic decision, India’s Supreme Court has ruled that gay sex is no longer a criminal offence.

The ruling overturns a 2013 judgement that upheld a colonialera law, known as section 377, under which gay sex is categorised as an “unnatural offence”.

The court has now ruled discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation is a fundamental violation of rights.

Campaigners outside the court cheered and some broke down in tears as the ruling was handed down.

Although public opinion in India’s biggest cities has been in favour of scrapping the law, there remains strong opposition among religious groups and in conservative rural communities But this ruling, from the top court, is the final say in the matter and represents a huge victory for India’s LGBT community.

One activist outside the court told the BBC: “I hadn’t come out to my parents until now. But today, I guess I have.”

Thursday’s decision was delivered

Locals say the foul air leaves a rust-like, greasy coating everywhere.

Russia evacuates children as Crimea town ‘coated in rust’ Activists say they are elated at the change although more needs to be done.

by a five-judge bench headed by India’s outgoing chief justice Dipak Misra and was unanimous.

Reading out the judgement, he said: “Criminalising carnal intercourse is irrational, arbitrary and manifestly unconstitutional.”

Another judge, Indu Malhotra, said she believed “history owes an apology” to LGBT people for

ostracising them.

Justice DY Chandrachud said the state had no right to control the private lives of LGBT community members and that the denial of the right to sexual orientation was the same as denying the right to privacy.

The ruling effectively allows gay sex among consenting adults in private.

RUSSIA has evacuated more than 4,000 children from a town in Crimea hit by noxious sulphur dioxide gas, allegedly from a huge nearby titanium plant.

Armyansk, home to about 22,000 people, lies near the de facto Ukrainian border. Russia annexed Ukraine’s Crimea peninsula in March 2014.

The Russian-installed Crimean leader, Sergei Aksyonov, says the plant that produces titanium dioxide - widely used in industry - is now suspending output.

Acid from a reservoir has been blamed.

Experts believe the problem is that the summer heat evaporated a huge quantity of sulphuric acid dumped in the reservoir and noxious sulphur dioxide gas has been blowing from it across Armyansk.

Residents are wearing face masks, which are now reported to be in short supply.

The sulphuric acid reservoir covers 42sq km (16 sq miles) and the “Titan” plant itself is 34 years old.

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World News Japan earthquake triggers deadly landslides People complained of cough and fever on the Emirates Airline flight.

People on US quarantined plane appear to have flu THE 10 passengers and crewmembers who were hospitalised in New York City after arriving sick on a flight from Dubai appear to have the flu.

New York City health officials say they obtained respiratory samples from the patients and their symptoms look like influenza. They say they won’t know for sure until they get final results. All of the patients were listed in stable condition.

It follows them being taken to hospital for “further medical care and evaluation” after the quarantining of a flight from Dubai in New York.

Around 100 passengers reported unknown illnesses.People complained of cough and fever on the

Emirates Airline flight, the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention said in a statement. Initially, as many as 19 people had been confirmed unwell, NBC New York reported, with 10 taken to hospital.

Health officials met the plane on the ground at John F Kennedy International Airport, and medics and federal customs agents took temperatures of passengers and evaluated symptoms.

Emirates released a statement apologising for the inconvenience, saying the health and safety of those on board was its main priority.

“Emirates can confirm that all passengers have disembarked from flight EK 203.

They were seen arriving at Salisbury station the following day for what officers said was reconnaissance.

Novichok attack: Putin ultimately responsible - minister VLADIMIR Putin must take responsibility for the Salisbury Novichok attack, Security Minister Ben Wallace has said.

Speaking to the BBC, Mr Wallace said “ultimately, of course”, Russia’s president was behind the poisoning.

The Kremlin, which denies involvement, said it was “unacceptable” to make accusations against the leadership.

The UK has named two men believed to be from Russia’s military intelligence service, the GRU, as the main suspects in the attack.

Ex-Russian spy Sergei Skripal, 66, and his daughter Yulia, 33, were

poisoned with Novichok on 4 March.

Det Sgt Nick Bailey also fell ill after responding to the incident.

Police have linked the attack to a separate Novichok poisoning on 30 June, which led to the death of Dawn Sturgess.

Prosecutors say there is sufficient evidence to charge the two men, and UK officials are due to brief the UN Security Council on the investigation.

Theresa May told the Commons on Wednesday that the suspects had entered the UK on Russian passports using the names Alexander Petrov and Ruslan Boshirov.

A POWERFUL earthquake Thursday on Japan’s northernmost main island of Hokkaido triggered dozens of landslides that crushed houses under torrents of dirt, rocks and timber, prompting frantic efforts to unearth any survivors.

At least nine people were killed, Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said. Officials said at least 366 were injured, five of them seriously, and about 30 people were unaccounted for after the magnitude 6.7 earthquake jolted residents from their beds at 3:08am.

Nearly 3 million households were left without power by the quake - the latest in an exhausting run of natural disasters for Japan.

It paralysed normal business on the island, as blackouts cut off water to homes, immobilised trains and airports, causing hundreds of flight cancellations, and shut down phone systems.

In the town of Atsuma, where entire hillsides collapsed, rescuers used small backhoes and shovels to search for survivors under the tons of earth that tumbled down steep mountainsides, burying houses and farm buildings below. The area’s deep green hills were marred by reddish-brown gashes where the soil tore loose under the violent tremors.

Twenty-eight people remained unaccounted for in the town, Atsuma Mayor Shoichiro Miyasaka told public broadcaster NHK. “We will carry on searching for

Houses are seen after being destroyed by a landslide after an earthquake in Atsuma town, Hokkaido, northern Japan.

them,” he said.

Miyasaka said the town had emergency meals for up to 2000 people and that more than 500 had sought refuge in its emergency

shelters.

The landslides ripped through some homes and buried others. Some residents described awakening to find their next-door neighbours gone.

Brazil’s jailed ex-leader Lula barred from presidential race by electoral court BRAZIL’S top electoral court has ruled that jailed former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva cannot run as a candidate in the presidential election because of his corruption conviction.

Judges voted against his running in October’s ballot by a majority of six votes to one in the seven-member court.

Lula, 72, was leading in polls ahead of the vote despite serving a 12-year jail term for reportedly accepting a bribe.

His legal team has said they will appeal against the court’s decision.

Brazil’s Workers’ Party (PT) later responded to the court’s decision in a statement, saying it would “fight by all means” for Lula’s candidacy.

“We will present all appeals before the courts for the recognition of the rights of Lula provided by law and international treaties ratified by Brazil,” the statement said, adding:

Lula, 72, was leading in polls ahead of the vote despite serving a 12-year jail term for reportedly accepting a bribe.

“We will defend Lula in the streets, with the people.”

Lula’s conviction for money laundering and corruption was upheld in January. In Brazil, no one convicted of a crime upheld on appeal can run for office.

However, exceptions have been made to the law before.

In declaring Lula ineligible to stand on Friday, one judge said: “What is at stake here today is the equality of all citizens before the law and the Constitution.”

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LA prosecutors drop sexual assault charge against Spacey KEVIN Spacey will not be prosecuted over an accusation of sexual assault that allegedly took place in 1992.

The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office said the alleged incident was outside California’s statute of limitations.

Officials confirmed in April that an allegation involving Mr Spacey and an incident with a man in West Hollywood in 1992 was being

investigated.

Another case concerning an alleged incident in 2016 remains under review.

A number of allegations of sexual misconduct have been made against the Oscar-winning actor since last November, when he was accused by actor Anthony Rapp of making a sexual advance in 1986.

Mr Spacey claimed to have no

memory of the events but publicly apologised. He has since issued an “absolute” denial of the other allegations that later emerged.

Police in London are investigating six criminal cases against him.

Prosecutors in Los Angeles have also said they would not charge actor Steven Seagal and TV comedy star Anthony Anderson over two other sexual assault accusations.

The case, allegedly involved Kevin Spacey with a man in West Hollywood in 1992.

Bill Cosby was sued on Tuesday for alleged nonpayment of a legal bill topping $50,000.

Cosby sued for alleged nonpayment of hefty legal bill BILL Cosby is refusing to pay a hefty legal bill in the runup to his criminal sentencing this month, according to a new lawsuit.

Philadelphia-based law firm Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis filed a complaint in Montgomery County, Pa., on Tuesday claiming the disgraced comedian is a deadbeat client.

Cosby is accused of “failure to pay for legal services rendered,” the paperwork obtained by the Daily News states.

The “amount in controversy” is “more than $50,000,” it states.

“This claim arises from a disagreement over the amount of legal fees charged,” Cosby lawyer Joe Green said in a statement to The News.

“Mr. Cosby’s team offered to submit that dispute to mediation, but Mr. Silver’s firm decided to file suit.

We still hope to resolve the claim fairly,” Green said.

Schnader lawyer Samuel Silver represented Cosby in his breach-ofcontract battle with accuser Andrea Constand.

In April, a jury convicted Cosby of three counts of aggravated indecent assault for the drugging and sexual assault of Constand inside his Philadelphia-area mansion in 2004.

Before the conviction, Schnader lawyers tried but failed to have the criminal charges tossed based on the claim Cosby had a nonprosecution agreement with former Montgomery County District Attorney Bruce Castor.

Cosby, 81, is due for sentencing in the felony case on Sept. 24.

Meanwhile, Montgomery County’s current district attorney, Kevin Steele, filed paperwork Tuesday asking for the court’s permission to have “numerous” victims testify in person at Cosby’s sentencing.

Steele said some of the in-court testimony would likely include “uncharged sexual misconduct.”

He said such testimony should be considered relevant to the court’s assessment of Cosby’s character.

The judge did not immediately rule on the request.

“The district attorney’s latest motion is another publicity stunt, not supported by any existing Pennsylvania law. We expect to respond to this motion and present our arguments in court,” Cosby’s spokesman Andrew Wyatt said in a statement to The News.

Cosby remains under house arrest with an ankle monitor pending the hearing.

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Sacha Baron Cohen, in costume, performed a pedophile detector test on Roy Moore.

Moore Cohen for defamation over ‘Who Is America?’

FORMER Alabama Supreme Court Justice Roy Moore, who was accused of sexual assault of several minors, filed a defamation suit against Sacha Baron Cohen and Showtime Wednesday.

In a late July episode of Cohen’s “Who Is America,” the comedian met with Moore in costume, pretending to be an Israeli anti-terror expert.

On camera, Cohen presented the former judge with a socalled pedophile detector.

“It turns out sex offenders

and particularly pedophiles secrete an enzyme for DDHT, which is actually detectable,” Cohen told Moore of the handheld device he said was developed in Israel.

“It is three times the level as non-perverts. So the phrase ‘sweating like a rapist’ is actually based on science. So in Israel they’ve developed a machine that is used in schools to detect anyone coming in, and if they detect the pedophile, the wand alerts the law enforcement and the

schools within a hundred-mile radius.”

The apparatus beeped whenever in contact with Moore.

“I’ve been married for 33.

I never had an accusation of such things,” he told Cohen.

“If this is an instrument, then certainly I’m not a pedophile.”

Three women accused Moore of sexually assaulting them when they were 14,16 and 28, respectively. He denied the assault allegations and later sued the women.

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Asia Argento (right) and a then underage Jimmy Bennett reportedly had sex.

Asia Argento’s attorney says 17-yearold sexually ‘attacked’ her IN a lengthy letter posted to his website on Wednesday, Asia Argento’s attorney disputes allegations from actor Jimmy Bennett that his client sexually assaulted Bennett in 2013.

“As revealed in the text messages published by TMZ, Asia stated, ‘The horny kid jumped me ... I had sex with him it felt weird.’ She went on to relate that she became ‘frozen’ when he was on top of her and told her that she had been his sexual fantasy since he was 12 years old,” Argento’s attorney, Mark Heller, wrote in a statement Wednesday. “Asia chose at the time not to prosecute Bennett for sexually attacking her.”

Argento’s attorney claims that although Argento’s former boyfriend, Anthony Bourdain, paid Bennett $250,000 as part of the settlement, Argento would not be making further payments.

“It was inaccurately revealed that a $380,000 settlement had been paid by Asia to Bennett in an attempt to preclude Bennett form making any allegations against Asia which would certainly create the impression that Asia was responsible for the alleged incident,” the statement continued. “Bourdain chose to protect Asia’s and his reputation and to pay Bennett and allowed Bennett to extract payments from him ... now that Mr. Bourdain has passed away and is not able to comment on his desire to avoid potential scandal which resulted in his facilitating payment to Bennett, Asia will not permit any portion of the balance of the $380,000 payment to be paid to Bennett who has already received $250,000 from Anthony Bourdain.”

Bourdain, whose series “Parts Unknown” airs on CNN, died by suicide in June.

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September 8-14, 2018 WILSON MURRAY GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotation and changes, wheel balancing, replacing filters.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-4135

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13529

ISAAC ORAL SELVER

26 aviation Drive, Southside Plaza, Providenciales Phone: 941-4800

LABOURER

Salary $6.25 per hour Clean laundromat, pack ice bags. Assist customers etc.

Position is currently held by work permit holders.

Qualified Belongers may also apply to Labour Department. 13523

SKY BLUE LODGE PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Sweeping outside the building, remove dirt and hazardous waste outside the apartment.

Clean the door frames and windows, clean the outside wall, call the owner to collect garbage when needed, call to refill water tank when needed.

Report any problem and report tenant request to the owner Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 242-1402

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

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ANA GODET

MYRLENE PIERRE

SALES CLERK

DOMESTIC WORKER

Osborne Road Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Greet customers, Handle cash sales, Assist Customers, Dust and stock Shelves. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-1910

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To The Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a Work permit holder. 13517

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION Blue Hills, Providenciales Phone: 346-0002

CARPENTER Salary $10.00 per hour form-work, install doors/ windows etc Position is currently held by work permit holders.

Qualified Belongers may also apply to Labour Department.

13524

T&R PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following NT CONSTRUCTION

Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: General house Cleaning, sweeping, dusting, Mopping, washing.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 341-8115

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by A work permit holder. 13516

RIGBY BUILDERS

Five Cays, Providenciales Phone: 241-9541

LABOURER

Salary $6.25 per hour Clean sites, tools, equipment’s. Mix concrete by hand, dig trenches by hand.

Position is currently held by work permit holders.

Qualified Belongers may also apply to Labour Department

13522

TAXI AND SIGHTSEEING SERVICES/ TONY LIGHTBOURNE GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

2016 RED CONSTRUCTION

CARPENTER

Carpentry finish work, working, repairing and remodeling apartments, homes and contracted work Salary: $6.50-$10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 242-8792

Email: tameralamount@hotmail. com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. These positions are vacant.

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MARCO SERVICES LTD, (MARCO TRAVEL).

#1 Caicos Café Plaza, Grace Bay, marco.travel@tciway.tc, Telephone: 649- 946-4393

DOMESTIC WORKER

DR. DAWN O'SULLIVAN Associated Medical/ Menzies Health Practice We are delighted and excited to publicize that Dr. Dawn O'Sullivan will be returning to practice full time in the Islands.

From Monday 3rd of September 2018 she will initially take over the practice of Dr. Euan Menzies as a locum for three months during his planned absence/sabbatical/holiday, until Monday 3rd of December 2018. She would then plan to continue her own practice alongside and in association with Dr. Menzies, Dr's. Steve & Francois Bourne and Dr. Barnett.

She has been a senior doctor in the emergency room in Jersey, Channel Islands. She left here in 2014 after living and working here for fourteen years.

P&D EMPLOYMENT AGENCY

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

ROOFER

Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures. Inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures.

Salary: $8.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-2001

LABOURER

Chores around the homes/ dwelling house cleaning Robert Johnson

ANNOUNCEMENT

DOMESTIC WORKER Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-3116

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder

13528

MERCEDES FRANCIS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

HANDYMAN These include air conditioning, appliances, carpentry, drywall, electrical, flooring, heating and cooling, kitchen and bath remodeling, painting, plumbing, pressure washing, roofing and windows and doors.

Salary: $7.00

• Living at the house, cleaning including all indoor rooms and outside garden.

• Sweeping, floor cleaning, mopping, bathroom, kitchen and also do laundry and ironing.

• Must be familiar with caring for dogs and available to work on weekend if requested.

Salary is $ 6.50 an hour. Please contact us at 232 4030 Belongers are encourage to send a copy of their resume to labor board.

CONTACT: 244-6737

The position is currently held by a work permit holder Qualified Belongers are encouraged to forward a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 13532

13530

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder

13531

PIRATE’S DEN

P&D EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following

Gentle Tough Beauty Salon- Airport Road

Cosmetologist $8.00 per hour • treating, relaxing and cutting hair • This position is vacant More for Less Retail Store

Pricing Clerk $7.50 per hour

• Pricing and reducing prices when necessary for items • This position is vacant M&E Cleaning Services

Labourer $6.50 per hour

• Cleaning windows, mopping, cleaning yard • This position is vacant S.H.A Construction

Fabric Painter $8.00 per hour • Applying paint, marble creek to building, exterior and interior painting etc.

• This position is vacant

Contact: 232-2001 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board 13503

Downtown Seeks

1 BAR MAID

Must have experience and able to work with little or no supervision. Salary start at $6.50 per hour and is based on experience.

Main duties to greet customers and take their drink orders and keep work station clean at all time and any other duty sees fit by manager. Open to All Turks Islanders they are encouraged to submit copy of Resume to Labour Department.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND APPLICATION VIA FAX TO 649-941-4034 OR 13536 TEL 941-4033

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

Send all resumes to Email:tciprobusiness@gmail.com/ Tel: (649)241-7878/ Address: Spot Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales, TCI REGCO CONSTRUCTION

LUNIA JEAN

(Roofing, Houses, Cabinets, Doors and other word works) Salary: $ 9.00 per hour; Old/New Employer’s: Glass Shack, Providenciales, TCI

(to clean, wash, cook, help me around) Address: Blue Hills , Providenciales $6.25 per hour ; Old/New

CARPENTER

RONIA DORMEUS PIERRE

DOMESTIC

(clean home & Store, wash, cook, care for kids) Salary: $6.25per hour; Old/New Address: North Side , Blue Hills, Providenciales, TCI ALL STARS BAR AND RESTAURANT

KITCHEN HELPER

(clean equipment & kitchen frequently, dumping waste, wash Dishes) Salary: $6.50 per hour ; Old/New Address: Five Cays, Providenciales Turks And Caicos

DOMESTIC

T-BONE CONSTRUCTION

CARPENTER

(building, houses, walls, concrete roofs) Address: South Dock, Providenciales, TCI Salary: $9 per Hour, Old/New SANDY D. WILLIAMS

DOMESTIC:

to care for kids and do house chores Phase 2, Providenciales, TCI $6.25 per hour, Old/New STEEL UNLIMITED

MASON

(building, houses, walls, concrete roofs) Address: Leeward Highway, Providenciales, TCI Salary: $9 per Hour, Old/New

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE

Classifieds TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

September 8-14, 2018

946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

FLOWER GIRL

WANTED URGENTLY

FLORAL DESIGNER

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

Call: 231-3788

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

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

CALL 649 231-3788

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

CONTACT: 231-3788

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FOR QUICK SALE ONE BRAND NEW WASHER CALL 231-3788

WE ARE OPEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS AT REASONABLE PRICES

CONTACT: 649-946-4894 ANTHONY FORBES/ TONY’S PLACE

Must be able to speak Spanish, French and English fluently.

Person required to work unsupervised and must be computer literate Duties: Serving customers with drinks, collecting payments, providing snacks such as crisps and nuts, washing glasses, storing, empting bottles, clearing, cleaning tables and the bar regularly.

TEL: 241-8917 OR 345-8613

CALL OR EMAIL US AT

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

DELIVERY BOY

We are in need of a young man to deliver bills, pick up checks and distribute newspapers. Must be honest and have a clean driver’s license.

Contact the Publisher at tcweeklynews@gmail.com

BEST DISCOUNTS STORE

Kew Town Is looking for a long experienced, motivated and qualified

BARMAID

GET LEGAL HELP ON YOUR INSURANCE CLAIM

Airport Road, Christopher Building Is looking for a long experienced, motivated and qualified

Is seeking:

SALES PERSON 1 DOMESTIC Must be able to speak Spanish, French and English fluently. Person required to work unsupervised and must be computer literate Duties: Selling a variety of retail products or goods to business or customers, work with customers to motivate them to attract their interests to buy the products. Master the art of selling products and services properly. Organizing many sales events and keep inventory of merchandise on display and general stock.

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour. Work from Monday to Friday All interested applicants can call the numbers above and send a copy their resume to the Labour Board Only Belongers need to apply

13465

TEL: 344-2496

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour. Work from Monday to Friday All interested applicants can send their resume to the Labour Board Only Belongers need to apply

CLAUDE CONSTRUCTION BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

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

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters Salary: $12.00 per hour

CONTACT: 241-2512

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

13301

Is looking for a

MASON

13464

C&J CONSULTANCY BLUE HILLS Acting on behalf of our client who is seeking to employ

G&J CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS $6-10 PER HOUR

Assist Mason, carpenter, cleaning, lift heavy materials, etc.

DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 PER HOUR Clean, cook, wash, etc.

PAINTER $7-12 PER HOUR Painting houses, doors, drywall, etc.

CONTAC: 347-2093

Email: darling86@hotmail.com

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are currently held by work permit holders 13232

WORKER

To work 5 days per week. Salary $6.50 per hour

PLEASE CONTACT TEL. 331-2487

13566

GLAMOUR GIRL Is seeking:

2 HAIR DRESSERS for braids, etc. ($7.50 per hour)

1 CERTIFIED NAIL TECH.

for Acrylic & Gel Nails ($7.50 per hour)

2 BARBERS

for haircuts & design ($7.50 per hour) 2 DOMESTIC WORKERS for cleaning & shampoo ($6.50 per hour)

1 YARDMAN

to upkeep yard ($6.50 per hour) To work 6 days per week

PLEASE CONTACT 333-8814 13564

32 CLASSIFIEDS HORACE COVERLEY Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

HO2 CONSTRUCTION LTD. KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

HENRY WELLINGTON WILLIAMS BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

General house work, washing, ironing and cooking etc. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-1181

CONTACT: 231-1472

DOMESTIC WORKER Taking care of children, which includes; cooking and preparing meals, feeding, bathing, cleaning of children’s rooms. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0457

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13546

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13549

JERMAINE THOMPSON

JACK WILLIAMS

IRUANDA NAIL STUDIO

13558

COOPER JACK Is seeking to employ a

K&S BAKERY CAFÉ Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

BABYSITTER

Taking care of children, which includes; cooking and preparing meals, feeding, bathing, cleaning of children’s rooms. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 246-0264

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13534

KAHALIA CAPRON #12 Blackwell, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 331-2825 Email: rajaun_rasheda@ hotmail.com

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13533

Responsible for greeting customers, handling money in the form of cash or cheques in exchange for items purchased, provides change and balances daily cash accounts. Must be willing to work on weekends and holidays, must be trustworthy.

Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 243-4141

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

NAIL TECHNICIANS Nail and hand services to customers, such as basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing. Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails may also be performed.

Salary: $7.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 347-3882

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13457

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13454

KIN KHAO

LATISHA & SHERLICIA STORY KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

PASTRY CHEF

Preparing a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes. Creating new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers. Salary: $1800 per month

CONTACT: 941-2861

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13555

SALES PERSON

Sells good and products.

Fixes product on shelves.

Salary: $6.50 per hour. Must be willing to work 8 hours a day, 6 days per week

CONTACT: 341-9764

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13554

MICHAEL BASDEN

EXPERT ROOFING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

whose address is Blue Hills, Providenciales have an immediate opening for a skilled

PLUMBER

GLADYS T. ANTOINE

BERTHALEE BELLE

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Seeks a

TILE LAYER

Tile layers install materials on a variety of surfaces, such as floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks. Because tile and marble must be set on smooth, even surfaces, installers often must level the surface to be tiled with a layer of mortar or plywood.

Salary: $10 per hour. Must be willing to work 5 days per week

DOMESTIC WORKER

September 8-14, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

MAINTENANCE MAN To work 40 hours per week at a development and personal dwelling to assist with hurricane repairs and preparedness and to maintain property long term.

Salary at $6.25 per hour. Must be able to lift up to 60lbs. Must be able to speak English and follow detailed instructions.

INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD CONTACT AT BELLE@TCIWAY. TC, 241-6246. THIS IS A NEW POSITION. 13526

KITCHEN HELPER

An opportunity exists for a full time Kitchen Helper. Must be willing to work Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Salary: US$6.50 per hour. If you wish to be considered for this opportunity please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience to

GLYNES ROBINSON, LEEWARD PALMS, PROVIDENCIALES OR CALL ON (649) 232-2621

13476

NANNY

Taking care of 2 boys, feeding washing their clothes, cooking their food and ironing. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-6080 Email: euthasia2011@ gmail.com

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13543

HO2 CONSTRUCTION LTD.

IS LOOKING FOR A QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED APPLICANT FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION;

All interested applicants, please send resumes to PO Box 762. Preference will be given to experienced and qualified Belongers. Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

OPERATIONS MANAGER Reporting to the Managing Director, for Process Improvement & Internal Controller will be charged with assessing procedures and controls of various units throughout the Company and making recommendations for improvement. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work with individuals with diverse experience and backgrounds. The individual will be responsible for realizing and maintaining accounting procedures, acquiring and implementing new software systems, streamlining business activities, issuing a written report documenting current procedures and detailing recommendations for improvement and following to assess progress achieved. He/she must be a nimble thinker who can quickly assess the larger risks before making recommendations for improvement related to detail procedures and duties. Graduate Degree in a related field, 4+ years’ experience in a business of this nature, ability to work independently, strong analytical and financial ability, strong written and oral communication skills, Detail orientated. Salary: $32,000 + per annum.

13570

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES

Is looking for a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. To work 6 days per week.

Salary: $6.75 per hour

Contact: Email; discounts@tciway.tc (or) Fax: 946-4871

GILLEY’S CAFÉ

Provo Airport Is seeking to hire a:

FOOD RUNNER The successful applicant will be expected to • Relay important information between Management, Kitchen Staff and Servers as well as customers • During our busy hours, we expect the Food Runner to assist Servers, perform any task necessary to ensure a high quality service customer experience • Co-Ordinate food orders to guarantee timely and efficient delivery to guest • Prepared to work in a fast paced environment that requires attention to detail and the ability to multi task Salary: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 946-4472 Email: gilleyscafe@tciway.tc

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

Salary for this position is $14.00 per hour.

Belongers only should submit their Police Record together with their resume/ CV no later than September 10, 2018 to: marsha@ misickstanbrook.tc for the attention of Marsha Blanche Tel: 649-946-4732.

13571

PLUMBER Salary: $12.00 per hour

CONTACT 231-4714

This position is currently Held by a work permit holder.

13562

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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13576

September 8-14, 2018

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CARIB GLASS & SUPPLY LTD.

CONSTRUCTION DIGITAL

D&D CONSTRUCTION

TEMPORARY GLASS & DOOR INSTALLATION ASSISTANTS

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

2 MASONS

LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

Of #6 Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Is seeking to employ few

positions for the right candidates. Belonger or work permit holder need apply Normal working hours are from 8:30am to 5:30pm weekdays (1 hour for lunch) (number of hour worked may vary occasionally depending on our work demand). Rate of pay is $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 247-7527

Interested candidates please submit your resume to us at the office or via email: caribglasstci@aol.com

Belongers or Work Permit holder need apply. Belongers are also encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Offer expires September 30th, 2018 13537

GEORGE SOLON BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 344-9209

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13563

EUNIQUE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT #22 HORIZON HOUSE UNIT C PROVIDENCIALES 649-245-4153 email: upmbs. tci@gmail.com

MAINTENANCE PERSON to weed, shape trees, water plants, maintain the cleaning of the yards, pick up and throw out trash of the managed properties.

Salary $6.50 per hour Belongers need only apply This position is a first time applicant

ESS SALON

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

13545

CONTACT: 232-5501

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

HAIR STYLIST in Grand Turk An experienced Hair Stylist is required for full time employment.

Candidate must be willing to work late/flexible hours, holidays and weekends.

A demonstrated ability to work unsupervised, must speak English and must be fit and able. Salary starting at $7.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 649 345 9235 This advertisement is required for a work permit application.

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

13560

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, remove all debris, pack up tools, put away any unused materials, and take down bracing and scaffolding. keep debris away from worksites Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-5501

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work 13535 permit holder

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CHEF

1 CARPENTER

• Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

• For work to be done on my home in Provo and my parents’ home in Grand Turk Salary: $8.50 per hour

• must have 10 years culinary experience, • must have excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills, as well as IT/ POS/Computer skills • must have knowledge of food costing and controls, menu planning managing and scheduling staff • must be able to plan and execute special events • must be willing to work weekends & holidays with a flexible schedule • assist with staff training • salary based on experience

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO: HENNHOLDINGS@GMAIL.COM

D&D CONSTRUCTION

DAPHNE PENN

ESCAPE LTD

is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 332-1288

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13574

Civil & Structural Engineering Ltd

P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. Tel: (649) 941 4437 Fax: (649) 946 4670 E-mail: cse@tciway.tc

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CSE LIMITED Seeks

A SITE / ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

DHC GENERAL CONTRACTOR TCI LTD. Desarrollo Hotelco, is a leader in building luxury hotels, Is seeking an experienced and proven leader.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Candidates for the following positions:

FINISHER SLAAB

Duties of this position include: Smooth and finish surfaces of poured bridge decking or other concrete slabs to specified textures, using hand tools or power tools including floats, trowels and screeds, Spread concrete to specified depth and workable consistency, Mix sand and cement, and concrete by hand, Use float to bring water to surface and produce soft topping, Level, smooth and shape surfaces of freshly poured concrete using straightedge, float or power screed, Finish concrete surfaces using power trowel, Rub concrete with abrasive stone to finish, Remove rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, chisel or hammer, Patch holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound material, Mold expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointer or straight edge, Mix concrete using a mixing machine, Add material to concrete to produce required finish, Break up and repair old concrete surfaces ,Must be able to walk on rebar, Perform incidental work items and duties included within other crafts REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: at least 5 years relevant experience, a clean police record and driver’s license with a successful drug screen; at least a high school diploma; possess a good employment track record with demonstrated.

Salary: 1000 to 1500$. May be required to work on weekends and holidays Applications comprising a letter, resume, references, Police record etc. should be sent no later than Tuesday, September 15th, 2018 to: THE MANAGER DHC GENERAL CONTRACTOR TCI LTD. GRACE BAY, SALT MILLS PLAZA UNIT 22A EMAIL: LLOPEZ@HOTELCOINTERNATIONAL.COM

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices.

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters Salary: $10 per hour

Keeps the construction site clean, helps mixes concrete assists carpenters and any other duties given by employer. Salary: $6.50 per hour

13553

(For a large upcoming project) duties will include, assisting the Lead Glazer with removal and installation of glass windows and doors. Must be able to use power tools, use power tools, use and imperial tape measure, speak and read English clearly, follow instructions accurately, punctual, etc. these positions could lead to permanent

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

The successful applicant must possess: • University degree in Civil or Structural Engineering • Over 10 years of relevant project experience as a Resident Engineer or Site Supervisor • Knowledge of site health & safety, materials testing and quality control • Structural engineering design experience and AutoCAD skills • Computer literate, with excellent Word and Excel skills • Must be fluent in English and Spanish and be able to communicate effectively in both languages, including report writing Duties will include and candidates should have experience in: • Site inspections and surveys • Materials testing on site and in laboratory • Reporting writing and shop drawing review • Structural design calculations and technical drawing work Salary will be $36,000.00 per annum.

The suitable candidate will be able to work under their own initiative, and be able to see through the projects from start to completion.

This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 7th September 2018.

Qualified Turks And Caicos Islanders Preferred.

Apply in writing to Civil & Structural Engineering Ltd. Limited, P. O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

Contact: Chris Conway on info@csecaribbean.com Or fax to Labour Office, Providenciales on 946-7184.

13542

13552

September 8-14, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS NORVILUS VARIETY STORE KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

JOB POSITIONS Graceway IGA Supermarket invites applications from suitable qualified individuals to fill the listed positions currently held by work permit holders:

General Manager

SUMMARY OF DUTIES The position is the general overseer of all aspects of Grace way Supermarkets. This includes providing leadership and motivation to promote the consistent execution of standard practices, policies and procedures. Setting the tone and leading the stores culture/environment to ensure success in all aspects of customer service, profitability, operations, people development, merchandise presentation and merchandise assortment.

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Over ten (10) years experience in supermarket retail and wholesale management with a minimum of five (5) years in a senior management position to include management of individual departments • Experience in company expansion projects with the ability to lead and develop new store concept, design, layout, format and operations.

• Proficient in the understanding of retail and wholesale accounting and good business practices related to documentation and record keeping • Strong current product knowledge of the retail industry and a proven record in the ability to achieve the budgeted financial and operating results, including sales, profitability, and wage percentage • Experience managing and developing the human resources activities, maintain and develop organizational culture, values and reputation in market and with all staff, customers, suppliers, partners and governmental bodies.

• Must have the ability to identify, develop and direct the implementation of business strategy and report to shareholders on organizational plans, financial disclosure and operational performance.

• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays Salary rate will commensurate with experience and qualifications

Deli Bakery Manager

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Is responsible for the overall sales and profitability of the department Ensure the Department has the highest quality of product available for customers • Ensure company standards of safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation and productivity are maintained • Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner • Ensure standards of department presentation and operations are met; including cleanliness and sanitation, inventory control, rotation, quality, ordering, variety standards, signing, seasonal schematic • Must have at least ten (10) years experience in running a Deli / Bakery department of a large retail / wholesale supermarket • Experience in Food and Nutrition and Menu Planning.

Inventory management and spoilage reduction

techniques are essential • Must have the ability to meet department’s profitability requirements and gross profit margin analysis • Must be computer literate and have excellent communication, organizational and people management / training skills and be extremely customer service oriented • Proven experiences in rotating, handling, stocking, and merchandising Deli products are required • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends, and holidays and must have previous experience in Droste Systems Salary rate will commensurate with experience and qualifications

Meat / Seafood Department Manager

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Oversee department staff to include scheduling, training evaluation reviews and assignment of duties • Implement all merchandising programs of the meat department, while ensuring standards of Department presentation and operations are met; Including, cleanliness and sanitation, inventory control, rotation, quality, ordering, variety standards, signing and pricing • Prepare cutting list and process meat according to work plan and standards to maximize sales and gross profits • Posses good communication skills and the ability to conduct and facilitate department meetings • Directs and manages all functions and activities of the Meat / Seafood Department. Helps to manage labor costs and reduce losses due to shrink, damage and pilferage • Handling and cutting a variety of the department’s specialty meats and seafood throughout the day per c customer requests and to maintain quality products levels all while ensuring outstanding customer service throughout the department • Manages the inventory and ordering; enforces and follows department practices regarding the receiving, stocking and unloading of product to ensure freshness and quality • Manage department inventories by tracking weekly sales reports, orders product and supplies so as to meet customer satisfaction and requirements along with the company’s gross profit goals • Maintains clean, full, fresh and dry cases at all times; keeps merchandise fresh in compliance with all health code regulations and company standards • Assist in maintaining the quality of department’s staffing, scheduling, and financial results • Must have previous experience in Droste Systems • Must be computer literate and have excellent communication, organizational and people management / training skills and be extremely customer service oriented • Must have previous supermarket management experience in the meat / seafood department • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends, and holidays Pay will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Deadline for submission of applicants is September 7, 2018

Submit to: Graceway IGA Supermarkets main office complex, Leeward Highway Email: hr@gracewayiga.com Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contact to attend interviews.

• Sales pricing of goods • Also assists in stacking goods on racks for sale • Applicant must be honest, reliable and hardworking Salary: $6.50 per hour

PIRATES DEN AVIATION ROAD Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

Cash Money, clean tables, serves food. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 341-7341

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

13556

CONTACT: 242-5919

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

13575

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR • 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.

• Work flexible shifts including nights, as needed and on-call.

• 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.

Location: #11 Village St. Grace Bay, Provo

Email resumes to info@pioneertci.com or call 432.1797 Please deliver or fax copy to TCI Labour Office: 649-946-4164 This position is held by a work permit holder

13572

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GORDON SUPPLY

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK

• Must be good with quick books and POS system • Must be good with Microsoft Word & Excel • Generates monthly accounts statements and send to customers • Collects revenue by reminding delinquent accounts; notifying customers of insufficient payments • Resolves account discrepancies Salary will be based on experience

TCI Belongers need only apply Please contact 946-4726 ,Resumes can be dropped off at 34C Old Airport Road, Providenciales , Turks & Caicos Islands and sent to the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

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TC GAS LTD.

Provo Industrial Park, Providenciales is seeking one

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC To perform a variety of tasks on heavy-duty trucks, vehicles propane trucks. To inspect, diagnose and repair brake systems, engines, electrical components, steering systems, transmissions and tires Must be willing to work weekends Salary $2,300.00 monthly

CONTACT US ON 339-3585 or email enquiries@mcn.tc.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder Belongers are encouraged to submit their resume to the Labor Department 113550

September 8-14, 2018

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS TCI SECRETARIAL ADMINISTRATION SERVICES

Blue Hills Acting on behalf of our clients who is seeking to employ the following:

NATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE BOARD

AAPALMER CLEANING SERVICES

MAINTENANCE MAN $10 PER HOUR

NURSE CASE MANAGER

fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs and heating and air conditioning system K&T DISPOSABLE SERVICES

LIVE-IN NANNY

Provide a safe, caring, nurturing and stimulating environment for children, include undertaking tasks related to the children's care i.e. bathing, tidying after kids, laundry, cleaning of kids rooms, shopping and errands.

CONTACT: 346-9362

JOB SPECIFICATION

Core Functions: Coordinate comprehensive (medical, social etc.) health care services for beneficiaries of the Treatment Abroad Program. Assist in the development and implementation of approved and appropriate treatment plans for the beneficiaries. Interface with the network of medical providers in regards to client care. Provide daily supervision of Patient Service Representatives.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Nurse • Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or Health Service Administration.

• Five years’ experience in healthcare service delivery setting.

OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Knowledgeable in the law (Benefits and Assistance Regulations) pertaining to Industrial Accidents; • Knowledgeable in health insurance and medical coding/billing practices • Effective, interpersonal, communication and customer service skills • Registered Nurse with well-rounded experience in medical case management, including, but not limited to rehabilitation, emergency, critical care and health care administration; • Certification in case management is a plus • Should have proven oral and written communication skills • Advance degrees or certificates preferred • Certificate of Good Standing to practice Nursing in current jurisdiction

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Directly to: Clinical Services Manager/Medical Director Indirectly: Chief Executive Officer Supervision: Senior/Junior Patient Service Representatives

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Works with providers and claims officers to coordinate and assure proper delivery and oversight of medical services.

• Utilizes clinical/nursing skills to collect, review and analyze health data from medical records and/or other sources as provided.

• Evaluates and coordinates medical services using cost containment strategies.

• Adheres to all appropriate privacy, security, and confidentiality policies and procedures.

• Participates in the orientation of new employees, as assigned.

• Actively participates as a contributing team member as demonstrated by attitude, cooperation, shared problem solving and participation in projects.

• Gathers relevant data and information by conducting clinical interviews with beneficiary and the provider(s).

• Assesses and identifies barriers to recovery; determines goals, objectives, and potential alternatives to care.

• Facilitates and promotes timely and effective communication between all parties involved.

• Monitors and evaluates case management outcomes and identifies case management approaches; over or under utilization, inappropriate care, effective treatment, permanent or temporary loss of function, failed or premature return-to-work, noncompliance, etc.

• Acts as a strong problem solver utilizing analytical ability and demonstrating this competency through communication, organization and interpersonal skills.

• Enforces cost-reduction strategies and recommend options in the management of claimant’s care.

• Prepares reports on request for specific medical services to the Clinical Services Manager/Medical Officer.

• Participates in continuous improvement activities.

• Participates in on call duties as scheduled.

• Performs other related duties assigned by the Clinical Services Manager/Medical Director.

SALARY

Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience

Dr. Terese Maitland National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands, British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc Date Deadline: September 21st 2018

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Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13510

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Each company is looking for suitably qualified persons to fill the following positions:

COOK

Williams Catering Services- position held by a work permit holder • Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices.

• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking.

• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.

• Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils.

• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.

• Portion, arrange, and garnish food, and serve food to waiters or patrons.

• Rate $400.00 per week

Address: Williams Plaza, Old Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands .Contact 946-4726 .Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

CASHIER (BILINGUAL) DUTIES:

The Lead cashier will: identify service cost via system portal, advise clients and executes efficient service; Make frequent presentations to Spanish groups to develop knowledge and awareness of company’s products and services. Monitor branch cashiers for service efficiency, provide coverage and training to cashiers.

Handle complex and escalated customer service issues and track customers complaint resolution. Cross-sell company products and services; assist Sales Team in promoting products and services in Spanish. Interpret and translate Spanish for efficient service delivery written and verbal; record transactions for money transfer; prepare / maintain multiple end of day reports. Must be available to work rotated shift everyday including weekends and public holidays, between 7:00 am & 7:00 pm. Be willing and available to work at branches - all islands in TCI.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 2 years financial institution evidence of cash handling experience; Minimum Bachelors degree from a recognized institution; Training, experience and certification in Anti-Money Laundering – evidence required; Demonstrates ability to organize and manage a complex products, systems, service and procedures environment; Fluent in English and Spanish. Evidence of capability to use Microsoft Suite: Especially Excel. SALARY $19,200 - $30,000 per month (based on qualification & experience).

Please submit application letter and resume to The Managing Director / CEO, NCS eMoney Services (TCI) Limited - tcihrstaff@gmail.com. The application Deadline is September 17, 2018. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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36 CLASSIFIEDS THE ANGELA RESTAURANT

Grace Bay Beach Road Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Tel: 941-4667, terria@thetuscanyresort.com is looking for a

SERVER:

COOK:

• • • •

Provide good customer service Take orders/ deliver food Answer questions on menu Cleaning tables and dining areas, setting table Salary: $6.25 per hour

PASTRY BAKER:

• Prepare variety of good such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread, etc.

• Check quality of their ingredients and make sure the equipment working properly Salary: $7.00 per hour

GARDENER

BAKER:

• Baking fresh loaves of bread • Setting out pastries and preparing fresh bread and other baked goods for the following day.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 346-3569

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

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To do housework and other general cleaning domestic duties.

To work 6 days a week including weekends and holiday.

Salary is $350.00 per week

CONTACT TELEPHONE: 231- 0024

Belongers are encouraged to submit their resume to the Labour Department Note: This position is currently held by a Work Permit.

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Schedule of Classes and Examinations for Permanent Residence Certificate and Naturalization Applicants

October 5, 2018

October 8 – November 2, 2018

November 9, 2018

November 12 – December 7, 2018

December 12, 2018

January 7 – February 1, 2019

February 8, 2019

February 11 – March 8, 2019

March 15, 2019

March 18 – April 12, 2019

April 16, 2019

April 23 – May 17, 2019

May 24, 2019

May 27 – June 21, 2019

June 28, 2010

July 24 – 19, 2019

July 22, 2019

CONTACT: 231-3122

Email: jilltci@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board and need only apply. This position is vacant 13561

Bypass Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing.

Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-7177

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

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Bypass Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

GRACE BAY / 246-2583 Work permit renewal

DOMESTIC WORKER Handle Fish properly, properly pan product, Load and unload product from freezers, Bag and stow product in freezer, keeping factory clean and sanitized, Bleed, head and gut fish. Carry small buckets of water. $6.25 per hour Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of your resume to the Labor Department 13582

CLASSES:

SWIM TEACHER

• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including public holidays and weekends as the business demand.

• Positive attitude, coaching and experience in teaching children is mandatory.

Experience in other waterbased activities preferred.

Must have own vehicle.

Salary: $12 per hour

VANS TIRE SHOP

BUBBA GUMP SEAFOOD MARKET

Below are the dates for the upcoming classes and examinations for persons applying for a Permanent Residence Certificate and those wanting to be naturalized.

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

UNITY ONLINE SERVICES

DOMESTIC HELPER

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

September 10 – 28, 2018

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is seeking for

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

DATES FOR EXAMINATIONS

To work five (5) days a week, salary $6.25 per hour.

Renewal permit Description: Taking care of the grounds Cutting grass, clean up property, weeding, trimming trees BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT

JOSEPHINE CONNOLLY

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

DATES FOR CLASSES

TOTAL ADVENTURE CO.

THE TUSCANY RESORT

Airport Road Is seeking to employ the following:

• Cooking and handling food • Prepare and cook special meals • Clean work station after work Salary: $7.00 per hour

September 8-14, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TIRE MAN

Repair vehicle tubes and tires in the field and at the garage; make road calls. balance tires for all vehicles, order tires for all vehicles in the fleet, order patches and plugs for tires. send tires out for assistance and direction when needed.

Perform related work as required. Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 232-7177

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13539

EXPRESS EQUIPMENT LTD.

Classes will be three (3) hours per week for a period of four (4) weeks.

P.O. BOX 1125, SOUTH DOCK RD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS Telephone: 946-5919/ 245-2897 FAX: 649-941-7935

FEES:

MECHANIC

Cost of Instruction for English $360.00 Cost of Instruction for TCI Studies $360.00

NATURE OF POSITION: • Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements • Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues • Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability • Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner • Perform through maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems • Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components

EXAM FEES:

English Exam = $100 TCI Studies Exam = $200 The college will be closed from July 15th-August 23rd, 2019 for summer break. For further information, contact the College: Grand Turk Providenciales

P.O. BOX 236 3 Success Way,

Lighthouse Road Down Town Tel: 946-1163 Tel.: 941-3210 Fax: 946-1661 Fax: 941-8380

• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery • Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users • Keep logs of work and report on issues • Must possess suitable mechanic background (Degree preferred) as well of experience with in all aspect of automotive movil services/ repaired industry.

Salary: with experience and qualifications salary range $15-$20 per hour. Must have own tools

Drop off resumes/ cv at the office located on South Dock Road, or at Labor Department in Providenciales or email: express.equipment@hotmail.com 13563

Current position is being held by a work permit holder. Belonger only need apply

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September 8-14, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

OFFICE CLEANER

P&D EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY

Sam’s Building, Downtown Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following

ISLAND LANDSCAPING

GARDENER $6.50 PER HOUR

Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation and planting.

UPRISING #2/ JIM’S BAR

BARMAID $6.50 PER HOUR

Saunders and Co. is seeking to hire a cleaner to work 3 days a week. Salary $6.25 per hour

Mixing beverages using an extensive range of ingredients including liquor, bitters, soda, water, sugar, and fruits. Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail.

AG CONSTRUCTION

DRYWALL FINISHER $7.00 PER HOUR

Mudding sheet rock, apply finish, maintain and restore plaster or similar materials on interior and exterior walls, ceilings, and building partitions. A drywall finisher measures, cuts, and fits drywall panels around mechanical structures.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD SUBMIT THEIR RESUME, CLEAN POLICE CERTIFICATES TO: INFO@SAUNDERS.TC AND THE TCI EMPLOYMENT SERVICES AND LABOUR DEPARTMENT.

BRICK LAYER $7.00 PER HOUR

Laying concrete blocks and other types of building materials in mortar. materials, constructing and repairing veneer and full brick construction, partitions, arches and other structures.

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This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CLASSIFIEDS 37

SKY VARIETY STORE

THOMAS AND HYACINTH SWANN

STORE HELPER

CASHIER

is seeking a:

DUTIES ARE: • General cleaning such as: sweeping,mopping and dusting • Cleaning shelves and products on shelves • Keeping store in a clean and tidy manner inside and out • Assist with stocking shelves Salary: $6.25 per Hour working from Monday to Saturday

CONTACT: SKY VARIETY STORE @ 649-341-6696

Belongers should submit a copy of resume to the Labour Board 13581

R&R MINI MART Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Responsible for greeting customers, handling money in the form of cash or cheques in exchange for items purchased, provides change and balances daily cash accounts. Must be willing to work on weekends and holidays, must be trustworthy. Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 332-1022

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13755

HAIR BRAIDING THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER Braid hair, styling braids, washing hair for preparation for braiding Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 345-7087

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13594

EXPRESS EQUIPMENT LTD.

P.O. BOX 1125, SOUTH DOCK RD, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS Telephone: 946-5919/ 245-2897 FAX: 649-941-7935

EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

NATURE OF POSITION: • Building and assemble machine or mechanical components according to requirements • Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues • Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability • Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a timely manner • Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems • Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components • Replenish fluids and components of engines and

machinery • Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machines or vehicle users • Undertake other duties as assigned (e.g. repair of hydraulic systems, make hydraulic hoses etc.)

• Keep logs of work and report on issues • Must possess suitable mechanic background (Degree preferred) as well of experience within all aspects of automotive mobil services/ repaired industry Salary: with experience and qualification salary range $15-$30 per hour. Must have own tools

DROP OFF RESUMES/ CV AT THE OFFICE LOCATED ON SOUTH DOCK ROAD, OR AT LABOR DEPARTMENT IN PROVIDENCIALES OR EMAIL: EXPRESS.EQUIPMENT@HOTMAIL.COM Current position is being held by a work permit holder. Belonger only need apply 13579

QUALITY FOOD SERVICES 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays Are now interviewing for the following position:

FROZEN FOOD SERVICE ORDER PICKER • 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 9417939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

We are currently seeking a qualified applicant to fill the position of

MECHANIC REQUIREMENT: • Minimum of 15 years experience in mechanical equipment.

• Must be in good health to meet the demands of physically challenging work • Must be available for emergency maintenance calls 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 plumbing) • Must be able to Order and Receive Parts from oversees • Must be able to speak fluent English language Equipment and Facilities Maintenance as it relates to Stevedoring Work at the Port of Provienciales and/or the Port of Grand Turk: • Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance plan for Stevedoring equipment recommendation.

• Ensure equipment are in good repair and available to support operation needs and requirement and coordinate with terminal manger as needed.

• Assist with the training of equipment operators on proper use of equipment and pre/ post operation maintenance checklist.

• Assist with the safe keeping of equipment including working with operations managers on equipment key assignment.

• Liaise with the vendors on the procurement of parts and services required to keep equipment in good repair.

• Maintain equipment usage log.

• Maintain inventory of spare parts.

• Custodian for all equipment maintenance records and ensures that records are maintained consistent in a manner approved by management.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE TO: • Repair and maintain fixtures, replacing or mending broken machinery • Attend Emergency call out after hours when necessary • Carry out all other duties as directed by the Supervisor

Salary Range: US$15.00 - $18.00 per hour All applications must be submitted by February 15th, 2015.

Human Resources Manager Provo Stevedoring Ltd. P.O. Box 921, South Dock Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Fax: (649) 946-4828 Email: cagreene@provostevedoring.com

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38 CLASSIFIEDS La Vista Azul, Turtle Cove Is seeking to employ an

CAICOS ADVENTURES GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

DIVE BOAT CAPTAIN / OPERATION & MAINTENANCE Must be a PADI member as well as great credential and experience in the industry.

ESTHETICIAN Full body waxing facials and makeup services Salary: $10 per hour

CONTACT: 344-9274

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13589

Although your area of employment will include mainly operation, maintenance and some repairs of boat engines, over time the job will also include air compressors, and dive equipment. you will have to become a specialist in dealing with the entire mechanics typical of a dive center. Hours of operation must be flexible and are dictated by the need of the industry, and the tourism season. Must show proper Padi insurance and membership, mechanical certification and experience, and proper resume.

You can email: divucrzy@tciway.tc

Salary: $12.00 per hour Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is vacant.

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

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

JOHN FREEMAN

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

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

JOHN FREEMAN

CHIC LASHES AND BROWS Seeks an

EYELASH / EYEBROW TECHNICIAN

EASY SHOP

FIVE CAYS & KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Clean outside the store, clean

the store every morning, cleans customer bathroom, replace toilet tissue in customer bathroom, assist the cashier when needed. Salary $6.25 per hour

Certification in Microblading and Eyelash. Extensions required.

Salary $350.00 per wk. This is a mobile beauty service and will attend at client’s home/apartment/ condo/villa.

CONTACT: 649-244-4857

Contact Julian Garland on 341-5535 and the Labour Department. This is a new position.

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Must be able to work 5 days per week. Qualified Belongers are asked to forward a copy of their resume to The Labor Department. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 12804

RCO LTD

GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ

LABOURERS

LABOURER

Maintenance, cleaning, gardening

• General cleaning & maintenance; yard, vehicles, building.

• Cleaning of sensitive electronic equipment.

• Hot working conditions.

• Must be in good health as work is physically demanding.

• Night shift and on-call as required.

• Must be fluent in English, be a team worker and reliable.

• Pay rate: $8.00/hour.

• Currently work permit holder

Assists the chefs in food preparation and cleaning the kitchen Salary: $6.50 per hour

KITCHEN HELPERS

CONTACT: 946-5921

Location: #11 Village St. Grace Bay, Provo

EMAIL RESUMES TO INFO@ PIONEERTCI.COM OR CALL 432.1797 Please deliver or fax copy to TCI Labour Office: 649-946-4164

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BELLE FEMME ROSE

September 8-14, 2018

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. Positions are held by work permit holders

Ocean Club Resorts is looking for qualified applicants for the following

VACANT POSITIONS Guest Services Manager

The Front Desk is the first and last impression that a guest has of the resort, therefore the number one priority for the Guest Services Manager is to make sure Attendants on the front desk are well-trained, friendly and offer a warm welcome and speedy, efficient check-in and check-out service for guests. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and training the team of Guest Services Attendants, Bellmen, Shuttle Drivers • Ensuring the front desk provides a professional and friendly service for customers • Dealing with customers, including handling complaints when they come to the desk • Troubleshooting emergencies • Scheduling staff • Liaising with other departments This position requires someone with previous resort front desk management experience, including knowledge of resort management software (RDP).

Guest Services Attendants Housekeepers Property Services Attendants (Janitors)

These positions involve strenuous physical labor, which requires being able and willing to perform heavy lifting, and other physically demanding functions.

ALL POSITIONS REQUIRE: 1. Work on holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands.

2. Ability to speak English fluently.

3. A clean Police Record if offered a position.

4. Preference will be given to someone with previous resort experience.

Wage commensurate with experience.

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

diane@oceanclubresorts.com or Fax: 1-649-946-5845

Only those receiving an interview will be contacted. All TC Islanders are invited to copy their resumes to the Immigration and Labor Departments.

September 8-14, 2018 GRACE BAY

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking to employ the following

GRANT CONSTRUCTION

2 ELECTRICIANS

Must be able to read plans and work without supervision. Electrical wiring and installation of power systems. Salary $10 per hour; Contact: 649-247-4996 SUNSHINE NURSERY

D&D CONSTRUCTION

1 GARDENER

Watering and maintenance of plants on a daily basis. Plant treatment as well as grooming of plants when necessary. Salary $6.50 per hour Contact: 649-946-5443 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Two positions are currently held by work permit holders. 2 positions are New Positions

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BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Carpenter 10 per hour

2 MASONS

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters Salary: $10 per hour

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients.

Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. This position is vacant

Plumber $10 per hour

Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials. Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation. This position is vacant

MASON

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 346-0002

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder

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Transporting finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers. Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.

Salary: $13.00 per hour

Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour

Cleans office space which includes, sweeping, dusting mopping, cleaning bathrooms, refilling bathrooms with toilet paper etc. this position is held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: 231-4545

CONTACT: 232-5501 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These positions are vacant

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 13588

FINISHING CARPENTER SUPERVISOR •

• • • • •

Civil & Structural Engineering Ltd

P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. Tel: (649) 941 4437 Fax: (649) 946 4670 E-mail: cse@tciway.tc

A STRUCTURAL /CONCRETE TESTING TECHNICIAN THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS: • B.Eng in Civil Engineering • Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Autocad • Attendance at a concrete testing course DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: • Structural design calculations and drawing work • Site Inspection & Report • Concrete testing/CBR testing Salary will be $32,400.00 per annum.

The suitable candidate must be able to work under their own initiative, and be able to see through Design Projects from conceptual design to final drawing works.

This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 7th September 2018 Qualified Turks & Islanders Preferred.

Apply in writing to Civil & Structural Engineering Limited, P. O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

Contact: Chris Conway on cconway@csecaribbean.com Or fax to Labour Office, Providenciales on 946-7184

with at least 5 years post graduate experience.

Salary starting at $4000 per month. Successful candidate must supply his or her own equipment for practice to occupy a space of 400 sq. ft.

For further information,

PLEASE CALL 1-649-2419411 OR 941-8405/6 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board This position is vacant

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BARMAID

Must be able to speak Spanish, French and English fluently. Person required to work unsupervised and must be computer literate Duties: Selling a variety of retail products or goods to business or customers, work with customers to motivate them to attract their interests to buy the products.

Master the art of selling products and services properly. Organizing many sales events and keep inventory of merchandise on display and general stock.

TEL: 344-2496

Salary starts at $6.25 per hour. Work from Monday to Friday All interested applicants can send their resume to manie25pl@yahoo.com.

Only Belongers need to apply

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VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

in a high energy team of technicians.

Extensive knowledge and work experience with exotic woods such as Teak, Ipe, Mahogany, Balau, Kapur, Bankirai 20 years minimum experience Fabrication and Installation of Windows, doors, flooring & cabinetry Prepare Schedules and take offs for processing material orders Inventory analysis of stock Quality control of high end finished materials

Please send resume to Coxco Construction: Fax 1(649) 946-5166.

Interested Belongers may also apply with Labour Department.

POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

ODONTOLOGIST

BEST DISCOUNT STORE

Airport Road, Christopher Building Is looking for a long experienced, motivated and qualified

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$14.00 Per hour

• Supervisor workers • Sound knowledge of commercial construction tools and materials • Profound knowledge of carpentry tools and equipment for finishes • Exceptional ability to interpret construction and fabrication drawings • Supervise Application of Coatings to Finished Products • Analyze carpentry work and carryout on site altercation work.

• Establish appropriate dimensions of wood stock required for finished products • Proven experience of working

#16 Cooper Jack Road Wishes to employ a

Industrial Park. Is seeking to employ a

TRUCK DRIVER OPERATOR

1 LABOURER

BEL-AIR MEDICAL CLINIC

CLIMATECH LTD.

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

BOHIO RESORT GRAND TURK

KITCHEN HELPER

13502

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general cleaning of kitchen and storage rooms assist with food preparation on all items when asked washing floors, equipment, walls, utensils and dishes English - verbal and written working hours Monday - Sunday including holidays based on scheduled shift must be available to start at 6 am hours based on weekly schedule $6.25 per hour

HOUSEKEEPER / CHAMBERMAID • duties include cleaning public areas, guest rooms, laundry and kitchen • washing floors, walls, windows, washrooms and toilets • daily cleaning of guests rooms including washing floors, walls, windows, Washrooms, dishes, toilets and showers • laundry service for all items including bedding, towels, uniforms and guest laundry • must have pleasant personality and to able to adjust to guests needs • must be able to lift 30 lb. laundry bags • English - verbal and written • must be available to start at 6 am, hours based on weekly schedule • wage: $6.25 per hour

COOK • • • • • • • • • • •

minimum 1 year culinary experience in full service dining establishment must understand the importance of consistency knowledge of food preparation and health safety fluent in English - verbal and written preparation of all food items according to Chef's recipes maintain high quality and appearance of all foods leaving the kitchen ability to work in small area and extreme temperature maintain clean work areas working hours Monday - Sunday including holidays, based on scheduled shift must be available to start at 6 am, hours based on weekly schedule wage: $6.25 per hour

WATER SPORTS RENTAL ASSOCIATE • Must have minimum 3 years experience in Water Sports Rental Shop, in the Caribbean • English, French & Spanish • Strong Client skills and pleasant personality • mathematically Strong • able to lift 30 lb. chairs • able to set up HOBIE Cat sail boat • must be able to start at 6 am, hours based on weekly schedule • wage: $6.25 per hour.

PLEASE EMAIL: INFO@BOHIORESORT.COM

40 CLASSIFIEDS DEREK WILSON PHASE 2 WHEELAND Is seeking to employ a

DIANE HIGGS

CONTACT: 2424515 OR 331-3887

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13462

IRUANDA NAIL STUDIO FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 347-3882

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13454

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

SALON HELPER $6.25 PER HOUR

greeting clients, asking questions about their requirements, preparing customers for service, washing hair, providing robes, and cleaning the salon.( This position is vacant)

DOMESTIC CARE GIVER for disable elderly man.

Salary is 6.50 per hour.

Work hours from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 5 days per week

CONTACT NUMBER IS 243-9431 Work permit renewal.

13499

GOD’S INSTRUMENT MINISTRY BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

HAIRSTYLIST $6.25 PER HOUR

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

COSMETOLOGIST $7.00 PER HOUR

Provide beauty services, such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp.

May apply makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, and provide nail and skin care services.

PEDICURIST $6.25 PER HOUR

Discuss nail treatments and services available. Remove nail polish and rough skin, Clean, trim, and file nails, Polish or buff nails. Advise clients about nail and skin care for hands and feet. Clean and disinfect their work area and tools.

MANAGER $400 PER WEEK

oversight of facility operations, ensuring that customers are satisfied, managing employees schedules and performance, as well as working to make sure the salon is profitable. Salon managers interview, hire, train, promote, supervise and fire employees.

CONTACT: 946-5123

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board These positions are currently held by work permit holders 13433

AUSTIN DICKENSON GRAND TURK is seeking a

G.M MECHANIC SHOP KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

ELITE GAMING

EQUILIBRIUM SPA

BARTENDER/ BARMAID

COSMETOLOGIST

Uphold customer service, Maintain Bar, Mix and serve drinks, Clean and organize all areas including bathrooms TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK, WEEKENDS, HOLIDAY AND SHIFT WORK SALARY: 6.50 PER HOUR

Manicures, Pedicures and Acrylic Nails Must have at least 5 years’ experience Must be willing to work 6 days per week including weekends and holidays Salary $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 331-0302

CONTACT: 941-7220

DOWNTOWN AND LOCATION PARLORS IS LOOKING TO EMPLOY A

TEACHER

Mentoring the youth of the Church. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 342-1465

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13504

house cleaning, washing and care for a toddler willing to work 5 days a week with a per week salary of $7.00. Position is held by a work permit holder.

CONTACT. (649) 241-1549

LABOURER

maintenance of various properties and aid in construction work willing to work 6 days a week @ $8.00. Position is held by a work permit holder.

CONTACT. (649) 241-1549.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 13446

OFFICE JOB VACANCY RECEPTIONIST / OFFICE CLERK We are currently seeking an experienced, competent Receptionist / Office Clerk, to perform various administrative and clerical tasks, helping to support our office and ensure success.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable undertaking a variety of activities in the office, including filing, answering the phone, organizing documents, data entry and updating electronic spreadsheet, and more. He / she will have the ability to work diligently and independently to help maintain efficient office operations. Reliability and a strong work ethic with great communication skills are a must.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or relevant degree or certification.

• Excellent customer service skills with effective written and verbal communication abilities.

• Solid knowledge and working experience on Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Ability to effectively use and maintain office equipment.

• Previous clerical or administrative experience preferred Only persons with TCI status requiring no work permits need apply for this position.

Salary rate will commensurate with experience and qualifications

Deadline for submission of applicants is September 7, 2018 Submit to: Graceway IGA Supermarkets main office complex, Leeward Highway Email: hr@gracewayiga.com Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contact attend interviews.

WELDER

Welding metal, body work on vehicles. Salary: $8.00 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 347-1106

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13467

Upstairs the Airport, Airport Road, Providenciales is looking for a

EMAIL: elitetci@gmail.com Belongers are encourage to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. 13479

Email: info@equilspa.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

FR CONSTRUCTION

ERICKA ROSHEEN CARTER

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER/ CARETAKER

NAIL TECHNICIAN Nail and hand services to customers, such as basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing. Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails may also be performed.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

DOMINIQUE HAIR CENTER

GRAND TURK seeking a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Salary: $6.50 per hour

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PAINTER

Drywall finishing, interior for homes, doors and frames Salary: $10 per hour

CONTACT: 242-2548

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13457

13500

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-1044

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13455

NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR Seeking an individual to help grow our property management and reservation business in TCI by developing new markets in Brazil, South America and Europe.

• goals of new business coordinator are identifying and pursuing new business opportunities thereby maximizing profitability and ensure guest/owner and team member satisfaction.

• Understand every aspect of the world of luxury and have a passion for delivering top quality, luxury service.

• Bring public relations knowledge and expertise • Be a passionate ambassador of the location • Drive service excellence and customer loyalty, driving repeat guest stays and further direct bookings QUALIFICATIONS • Speak French and Portuguese, Spanish would also

be an asset • Excellent communication skills, public speaking, written and oral, with the ability to customize the message to the audience (guest, team member, owner, and other stake holders) • Ability to attract, motivate lead and inspire others • Experience managing owner relationships • Have a minimum of 5 years experience in the tourism/hospitality and customer service industry • Be a self starter who requires little supervision, is self motivated to achieve sales targets • Requires an individual who is passionate about sales, is driven by targets and commission oriented • A Bachelors Degree from an accredited and recognized university would be an asset Salary is commensurate with experience. Base salary plus commissions earned on new business acquisitions.

send resumes to thepinkflamingotci@gmail.com 200 La Vele Plaza, Grace Bay Position: new

J&W CONSTRUCTION LEEWARD Is seeking to employ a

ELECTRICIAN

Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems.

Inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers. Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices.

Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.

Salary: $12.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-4519

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13487

13430

JOHN ROBINSON

JUDITH ROBINSON

HANDYMAN

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Take care of the property, fixes minor problems, keeps the premises clean and tidy and other duties requested by employer Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-1762

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13481

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Must have experience in taking care of elderly persons. Must work long hours. Responsible to ensure home is kept clean. Able to prepare healthy meals daily and administer medication to the elderly. Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-2950

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13442

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COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Invites suitably qualified persons for the position of

PRINCIPAL The individual will possess these MINIMUM QUALIFICATION • Must be a practicing Born Again Christian •At least five (5) years Post qualification teaching experience At least two (2) Years experience in school Administration • Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution

OPEN JOB POSITIONS

• Teacher Certificate / Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution.

• Must have a working knowledge of the A-Beka Curriculum • Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

DATE OPEN: August 20, 2018 START DATE: ASAP

Invites application from suitably qualified

TEACHERS

REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a practicing Born Again Christian • Must have at least 5 years teaching experience • Bachelor Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution • Teacher Certificate / Diploma from a recognized Educational Institution.

• Must have a working knowledge of the

Houseman

PROPERTY: Grace Bay Club

A-Beka Curriculum • Must be familiar with Primary Education within the Caribbean.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience Suitable APPLICANTS can forward Resumes along with copies of Qualifications, two (2) Character References.

The Board of Directors, Community Christian Academy At Community Fellowship Centre, A.O.G. Leeward Highway, P.O. Box 939, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. E-Mail: ccacademy2008@gmail.com

JOB OVERVIEW: A houseman's primary job duties include cleaning and maintaining guest rooms, bathrooms, work areas, furnishings and carpets. Cleaning rooms includes duties such as changing bed linens and emptying trash as well as vacuuming carpets and dusting furniture. You'll also replenish guest supplies, such as hand soap and shampoo. Your duties don't end with guest rooms, however, because you're responsible for cleaning common areas, such as banquet and meeting rooms. Secondary duties may include shoveling snow from walkways, assisting bellmen, answering guest questions and helping the front desk person.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $6.25 per hour

13508

DATE OPEN: August 20, 2018 START DATE: ASAP

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Housekeeper (2)

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PROPERTY: Grace Bay Club

JOB OVERVIEW: We are looking for a professional Housekeeper able of attending to our facilities with integrity and attention to detail. The goal is to create a clean and orderly environment for our guests that will become a critical factor in maintaining and strengthening our reputation.

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD

P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. Tel: (649) 941 4437 Fax: (649) 946 4670 E-mail: cse@tciway.tc

CSE LIMITED Seeks

A CHARTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Perform a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing • Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards • Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies • Notify superiors on any damages, deficits and disturbances • Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience • Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate • Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any companyrelated practices Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $6.25 per hour

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.

DATE OPEN: August 20, 2018 START DATE: ASAP

Laundry Attendant

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.

PROPERTY: Grace Bay Club

JOB REQUIREMENTS: • Ensure the hotel has adequate amounts of linen and towels and all time • Assist in all Housekeeping responsibilities, cleaning of all guest rooms, stocking amenities and linens • physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel and bend • Ability to lift, push and pull required load (usually about 30lbs) • Ensure inventory is used properly and in supply at all times

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 7th September 2018.

Qualified Islanders and Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: $6.25 per hour

Qualified Turks And Caicos Islanders Preferred.

Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than September 14th, 2018

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 946-7184.

13471

@ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1020 Email: kendi.jones@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies

13475

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JULBERTH STORE FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

JOB POSITIONS Graceway IGA Supermarket invites applications from suitable qualified individuals to fill the listed positions currently held by work permit holders:

General Manager SUMMARY OF DUTIES The position is the general overseer of all aspects of Grace way Supermarkets. This includes providing leadership and motivation to promote the consistent execution of standard practices, policies and procedures. Setting the tone and leading the stores culture/ environment to ensure success in all aspects of customer service, profitability, operations, people development, merchandise presentation and merchandise assortment.

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS • Over ten (10) years experience in supermarket retail and wholesale management with a minimum of five (5) years in a senior management position to include management of individual departments • Experience in company expansion projects with the ability to lead and develop new store concept, design, layout, format and operations.

• Proficient in the understanding of retail and wholesale accounting and good business practices related to documentation and record keeping • Strong current product knowledge of the retail industry and a proven record in the ability to achieve the budgeted financial and operating results, including sales, profitability, and wage percentage • Experience managing and developing the human resources activities, maintain and develop organizational culture, values and reputation in market and with all staff, customers, suppliers, partners and governmental bodies.

• Must have the ability to identify, develop and direct the implementation of business strategy and report to shareholders on organizational plans, financial disclosure and operational performance.

• Ability to work extended hours including nights, weekends, and holidays Salary rate will commensurate with experience and qualifications Deli Bakery Manager Required Specifications and qualifications • Is responsible for the overall sales and profitability of the department Ensure the Department has the highest quality of product available for customers • Ensure company standards of safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation and productivity are maintained • Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner • Ensure standards of department presentation and operations are met; including cleanliness and sanitation, inventory control, rotation, quality, ordering, variety standards, signing, seasonal schematic • Must have at least ten (10) years experience in running a Deli / Bakery department of a large retail / wholesale supermarket • Experience in Food and Nutrition and Menu Planning. Inventory management and spoilage reduction techniques are essential

• Must have the ability to meet department’s profitability requirements and gross profit margin analysis • Must be computer literate and have excellent communication, organizational and people management / training skills and be extremely customer service oriented • Proven experiences in rotating, handling, stocking, and merchandising Deli products are required • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends, and holidays and must have previous experience in Droste Systems Salary rate will commensurate with experience and qualifications

Takes care of the store, stock shelves, keeps the store clean and tidy at all times.

Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 4420554 OR 244-5853

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13461

K&K BUILDERS #83 Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $8.00 per hour

Meat / Seafood Department Manager

CONTACT: 333-6695

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13473

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Oversee department staff to include scheduling, training evaluation reviews and assignment of duties • Implement all merchandising programs of the meat department, while ensuring standards of Department presentation and operations are met; Including, cleanliness and sanitation, inventory control, rotation, quality, ordering, variety standards, signing and pricing • Prepare cutting list and process meat according to work plan and standards to maximize sales and gross profits • Posses good communication skills and the ability to conduct and facilitate department meetings • Directs and manages all functions and activities of the Meat / Seafood Department. Helps to manage labor costs and reduce losses due to shrink, damage and pilferage • Handling and cutting a variety of the department’s specialty meats and seafood throughout the day per c customer requests and to maintain quality products levels all while ensuring outstanding customer service throughout the department • Manages the inventory and ordering; enforces and follows department practices regarding the receiving, stocking and unloading of product to ensure freshness and quality • Manage department inventories by tracking weekly sales reports, orders product and supplies so as to meet customer satisfaction and requirements along with the company’s gross profit goals • Maintains clean, full, fresh and dry cases at all times; keeps merchandise fresh in compliance with all health code regulations and company standards • Assist in maintaining the quality of department’s staffing, scheduling, and financial results • Must have previous experience in Droste Systems • Must be computer literate and have excellent communication, organizational and people management / training skills and be extremely customer service oriented • Must have previous supermarket management experience in the meat / seafood department • Will be required to work nights, long hours, weekends, and holidays Pay will commensurate with qualifications and experience

KAREN ADAMS POLLARD Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 244-8820

EMAIL: JAIDAPOLLARD@ HOTMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13470

M&S CRAFT FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Drill Press, Hand or power saws, grinders • Staple, glue and caulking guns • Creating a fun and welcoming atmosphere for our visitors • Apply finishes to objects being crafted • Apply finishes to artwork, crafts or displays • Responsible for maintain inventory of supplies • Responsible for ordering supplies and having equipment ready and functioning on a daily basis • Responsible for the clean-up and organization of the art and crafts area Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICANTS IS SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Submit to: Graceway IGA Supermarkets main office complex, Leeward Highway Email: hr@gracewayiga.com

CONTACT: 241-5563

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contact to attend interviews.

13476

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13389

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MERCEDES BEAUTY SALON

MERCEDES BEAUTY SALON

4 HAIRSTYLISTS

NAIL TECHNICIAN

DOWNTOWN Is seeking to employ

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-9063

DOWN TOWN Is seeking to employ a

Nail and hand services to customers, such as basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing. Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails may also be performed. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-9063

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13458

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13459

NTAB

OLD OAK MILLWORK LTD.

CHALK SOUND Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

Painting drywall, painting sheetrock. Salary: $10 per hour

CONTACT: 331-8346

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13552

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

3 CARPENTERS

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding. Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials.

1 FINISHING MECHANIC

Repairing drywall tools, repairing finishing tools. Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-9854

SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

FINISH CARPENTERS/ PAINTERS Making cabinets, doors, windows etc. Salary: $8.75 per hour

CONTACT: 331-8396

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is a First Time work permit holder 13491

PIERRE’S BARBER SHOP AND BEAUTY SALON DOWNTOWN Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

Provide beauty services, such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May apply makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, and provide nail and skin care services.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 345-7678

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Three positions are First Time work permit holders. One position is currently held by a work permit holder 13456

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13505

5 STAR FASHION SALON

QUALITY UPHOLSTERY

2 HAIRSTYLISTS

2 UPHOLSTERERS

Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving Salary: $250 per week

CONTACT: 246-1072

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13506

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#12 Old Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

Examine furniture frames, upholstery, springs and webbing to repair furniture and frames. Salary: $300 per week. Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 342-4656 OR 241-7541

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13481

OPEN JOB POSITIONS DATE OPEN: August 13, 2018 START DATE: ASAP

Accountant PROPERTY: Point Grace

JOB OVERVIEW: • Responsible for all invoice checking/posting as per policy and procedures.

• Preparing Checks and Wire Transfer Payment.

• Prepare and Post monthly charges to Condo Owners Account.

• Preparing monthly owners statement.

• Supplier’s Ledger Reconciliation.

• Balance Sheet Reconciliation • Responsible for filing and keeping documents.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Perform any additional tasks as requested by the Manager.

SKILL AND QUALIFICATION: • Education: Bachelor Degree in Accounting.

• Experience: Two years’ hotel experience in similar position.

MUST HAVE EXCELLENT: • Communication skills • Leadership skills • Advanced mathematical and accounting concepts • Computer literacy Qualified Islanders need only to apply Salary Range: $3,300 - $3,500 per month DATE OPEN: August 27, 2018 START DATE: ASAP

Marketing and Design Coordinator PROPERTY: Grace Bay Resorts

Summary: • Assist Marketing Manager creative design and updates for Grace Bay Resorts and ensuring that all brand standards are well represented and adhered to • Designs marketing material as needed, ensuring that all tasks are completed prior to deadlines • Oversees the daily social media post while working with our PR Agency • Provide oversight and guidance to our marketing interns with the direction of Marketing Manager and Director of Marketing • Coordinate photo and video shoots as needed • This position will work with very closely with our Food & Beverage, Spa and Boutique teams

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Create and update graphic design and layout of all marketing material and collateral that is consistent and fits with brand image and direction provided by management. Determine and complete the graphic and printing requirements of the departments, interpreting and applying brand standards consistently to all materials produced • Assist with managing company’s social media avenues, using each as appropriate to convey relevant information • Daily response to all Trip Advisor reviews both positive and negative • Develop communications tools including PowerPoint and Prezi presentations, newsletters and email E-marketing / • social media campaigns, under the direction of the Marketing Manager • Design and oversee the print production and distribution of all printed materials that will positively influence public opinion and promote the organization’s goals • Assist Marketing Manager & Director of Marketing with event planning and event marketing • Assist with website updates as needed • Other duties as assigned • Work with printing companies ensuring accurate quotes and production timelines • Position will require time spent on each property, which will require adhering to all operational staff policies REQUIREMENTS: • Preferred College degree in marketing and or creative design • 2-3 year’s related experience in a similar position • Previous experience in production and design procedures for graphic material (both print and online).

• Ability to balance departmental needs through communication and organization.

• Ability to plan prioritize projects • Understanding and respect the customer is both internal and external • Time-efficient, systematic working methodology • Rapid adaptability to new problem solving • Excellent knowledge of Adobe programs (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) • Excellent skills to coordinate printed productions with external suppliers (agencies, computer graphics designer, printers) • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office programs • Excellent English communication (written and spoken) • Ability to work in a team • Organized, autonomous, resourceful and detail oriented • Can handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines • Basic knowledge of WordPress Qualified Islanders need only to apply Salary Range: $3,300 - $3,500 per month

Interested persons can contact our Human Resources Department no later than September 14th, 2018

@ (649) 946-5050 Ext. 1020 Email: kendi.jones@gracebayclub.com Fax: (649) 946-5758 P.O. Box 128 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies 13488

44 CLASSIFIEDS SMITH ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBER

Interprets blueprints and building specifications to map layout for pipes, drainage systems, and other plumbing materials. Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids.

Installs supports for pipes, equipment, and fixtures prior to installation. Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 345-3914

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13483

STAVANO ROPER FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Assists mason. Moves materials from one area to the next. Help mixes mud, help lays bricks. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-7177

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13077

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MALE LABOURER NEEDED

Villa Ambassador Seeking vibrant, savvy professional male or females interested in starting a career in Hospitality. Must have an excellent command of English, written and spoken a second language is a Plus. Have at least an Associate Degree in Tourism/ Hospitality or comparable. Must have over 3 years work experience in Hospitality Front Desk, Concierge or Sales or Customer service field Airlines, Cargo or similar.

Salary commission based only

SEND RESUMES TO: 13494

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ROYAL WEST INDIES, GRACE BAY

LINE/COOK • Must have 10 years Culinary Experience • Knowledge of food costing and controls, monthly inventory, • Knowledge of food hygiene and safety, menu planning, managing and scheduling staff, • Prep food for Breakfast/lunch /dinner • Ability to understand menus follow recipes, basic sauces/ butchery. High level of food hygiene is required.

• Must be willing to scrub, clean, mop, floors walls and equipment

For more information on job descriptions, please contact info@pelicanbaytci.com or 431-1689

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BARTENDER

• Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks • Clean and organize all areas including bathrooms Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 332-8501

Email: karel. daconchshack@gmail.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder 13480

Send resumes to: TCI Blue Ltd - email info@ tciblue.com also copy to the TCI Labour Department

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WARD’S CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following CONSTRUCTION COMPLETE P.O. Box 68, Blue Mountain, Providenciales Is seeking to employ the following position

MASON:

• Repairs, maintains and alters buildings. Retains the walls and other brick or stone edifices.

• Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks. Install and repair tile floors and/ or walls Salary: $8.00 per hour Contact: 231-0337; Email: desmond@projetech.tc

PELICAN BAY RESTAURANT & BAR

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Seeking 1 Labourer to work as houseman in private homes. Salary $6.50 per hour. Must have own vehicle. Must have knowledge of bicycle maintenance. Must speak English, creole a bonus.

Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassisted. Must be able to work flexible schedules plus weekends and Holidays

- Must have an excellent knowledge of the Turks and Caicos - Flexible Hours of work, ability to work on weekends and Holidays and on call 24/7 - Must have own or access to reliable vehicle - Must be able to climb stairs and must be able to lift 30 lbs unassisted

TCI BLUE LTD - EMAIL INFO@TCIBLUE.COM ALSO COPY TO THE TCI LABOUR DEPARTMENT

THE CONCH SHACK

YOSHI SUSHI BAR #20&21 Saltmills Plaza, Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ the following position:

COOK

• Cooking and handling of food. Prepare and cook

special meals as instructed by chef. Ensure meals are cooked thoroughly and meet expectations • Clean workstation after work is done Salary: $7.00 per hour Contact: 941-3374 or yoshissushi@me.com VILLA DEL MAR Bonaventure Cres, Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ the following position

POOL ATTENDANT

• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the pool. Exercise room and recreation area. Leading and assisting with guest’s events and activities.

• Must also be able to provide general information regarding hotel and local area attractions Salary: $8.50 per hour; Email: josalee@ yourvilladelmar.com

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board These positions are currently held by work permit holders

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

A Planning Application, registered as GT 4789 by Ernest Clarke, has been submitted to the Department of planning for consideration of Car Wash and Tire Repair Shop, on block and parcel 10405/136

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

Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, Grand Turk or Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice

JOHN FREEMAN

Notice dated: August 9th, 2018 13298

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Proprietor’s Strata Plan #41 Management Co. Ltd, Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER • To work 7 days a week • General duties and maintenance duties around the property • Schedule work hours: 7 am to

Sous Chef

5pm • Must speak English • Salary - $11.50 per hour • Belongers need only to apply

PLEASE SEND RESUME TO: Human Resources Manager Proprietor’s Strata Plan #41 Management Co. Ltd. The Yacht Club, Turtle Cove, Providenciales Tel: (649) 941-3082. Fax: (649) 941-3223. Email: mtcl@ticway.tc This position is currently held by a work permit holder

SAMUEL V WILSON KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

SANDRA WILLIAMS LIGHTBOURNE LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

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WILLIAM FULFORD GRAND TURK Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER

MAINTENANCE Fixing electronics Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 342-2511

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is vacant 13474

• Cleaning, washing and ironing • Must be willing to work Monday-Friday Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0975 Belongers are encouraged to

send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13460

MAID

to work five days per week, Duties are as follow: Cleaning of his mother’s home and washing.

TEL # 1649 2443135/ 348-4086 13489

Education and Training: • Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or 8 + years industry equivalent experience.

• Computer literate, functional on Excel, Ms-Word and Quickbooks • Fluent in English both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training

SKILL REQUIREMENTS: Be able to assist the Executive Chef in all capacities to include: • Work in a high pressure environment with calm, effective leadership • Planning and execution of special events.

• Precise knife skills • Assist Chef in the preparation and execution of all desserts.

• Produce all breakfast, lunch and dinner items with expert precision.

• Cook entire menu on the line during service, including meats to temperature specifications.

• Execute a proper sanitation procedure to insure that high quality food is served that accurately represents the Café.

• Prepare and execute specials based on the Café’s Tex-Mex cuisine.

• Be versed in a large variety of cooking techniques to include: braising, sautéing, frying, steaming, poaching, and sauce making.

• Receive food orders from various vendors, checking for quality and pricing.

• Be able to stand on ones feet for 10 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds without physical restrictions.

• Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGERIAL REQUIREMENTS: • Assist Chef in the training of kitchen staff to encourage growth in a positive environment.

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

Salary Commensurate with Experience. Approximately $30K-$40K annually Send CV, References, residency status to: afabara@somewherecafeandlounge. com or island applicants can also submit their information to the Labor Board to be considered. Position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Somewhere Café and Lounge, Coral Gardens Resort, Providenciales. Tel: 649-941-8260

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CAROL PENA

Grand Turk. Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking to employ the following

2 LABOURERS

DOMESTIC WORKER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis Salary: $7.00 per hour; Contact: 431-2640 AVERYL JUNE WILSON- GRAND TURK

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work Salary: $7.00 per hour; Contact: 243-4125

Duties: General house Cleaning, sweeping, dusting. Mopping, washing.

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

E&V Construction- Grand Turk

1 LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis

CONTACT: 242-6772

1 DOMESTIC WORKER

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Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work Salary: $6.25 per hour; Contact: 332-1352

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board These positions are currently held by work permit holders

EDITH MESA

West Road Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

KIRK FORBES – GRAND TURK

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by A work permit holder. 13515

BARMAID

Duties: Serve table, food and Cocktails, cleaning bar and Table areas, sweep and mop Floors. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 245-5949

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TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Send all resumes to Email:tciprobusiness@gmail.com Tel: (649)241-7878/Address: Spot Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales, TCI B.A.R. REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE

WELDER

(Gates, Jail bars, all metal works) Salary: $ 9 per hour, address: Blue Hills 1st Time Tel: 341-3701 Able to work with no supervision and do all sorts of welding jobs.

FIDELITY CONSTRUCTION TCI LTD

STEELMAN

(laying Steel for houses foundation etc.)

Salary: $10 per hour ; Address: Airport Road Old/New ; Tel (649)231-4587

BLAZE CONCTRACTING

CARPENTER

(Roofing, cabinets, houses) Salary: $10 per hour; Juba Sound Renewal ;Tel (649345-6174 PROVOTECH

LABOURER

(helping professionals on construction site Aiport Road; Tel:345-3216 Salary: 6.50 per hour; Old/new TAYLOR’S VARIETY STORE

LABOURER

( stocking shelves, keeping store clean, offload containers to storage) Salary: $6.50 per hour ; Lwrd Palms Renewal ; Tel (649)231-3111 BLUE SKY CONSTRUCTION

LABOURER

(mixing concrete and cleaning construction site)

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Salary: $ 6.50 per hour; Old/New Employer’s: Airport Road Providenciales, TCI MEME PIERRE

FISHERMAN (FISHING) Salary: $6.50 per hour; Renewal Address: South Dock , Providenciales, TCI CLAUDE CONSTRUCTION

GREENS KEEPER

BLAZE CONTRACTING/ WESLEY LOUIS Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

YARD CLEANER

Keeps the property clean, removes debris and waste from the yard, dispose of trash and any other duties assigned by management.

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 345-6174

EMAIL: SNIPES_2287@ HOTMAIL.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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ERIC SMITH

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0167

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WAWA EXPRESSION CAR WASH Airport road

CERAMEX TCI Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

LABOURER

applying soap to clean the outside, Scrapping loose dirt, cleaning tires, rinsing with a hose, Drying, dusting and vacuuming the interiors, removing trash, Cleaning seats, and polishing interiors and exterior of the vehicle.

348-6953 Renewal

13521

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY

NORTH CAICOS Acting on behalf of our client Sharrington Forbes who is seeking to employ a

HELPER Cleaning the kitchen, washing dishes, cleaning the restaurant.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 246-7382 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is a First Time work permit holder

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Works in the warehouse, takes orders, keeps the warehouse organize Salary: $7.00. Must be willing to work Monday to Saturday 8:30 to 4:00 PM

CONTACT: 941-8453

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 13518

CERISE MARIE PIERRE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 345-5401

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(Trim trees, cut grass, water plants, clean my apartment’s yard, dump the trash) Salary: $6.50 per Hour; Renewal Address: Bible Street, Providenciales Turks And Caicos PORT OF ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION

HANDYMAN

(cleaning equipment, dumping waste) Salary: $6.50 per hour ; Renewal Address: Five Cays, Providenciales Turks And Caicos BLUE HILLS GLASS

LABOURER

( to clean glass, help lifting glass to site) Address: Blue Hills , Provo $6.50 per hour ; Old/New

RONALD GARDINER

LABOURER

(Yard cleaning, trash dumping, cut grass) 344-5557; Five Cays $6.50 per hour; Renewal

ELECTRICAL AUTOMOTORIST • service, identify and repair faults on electronically controlled vehicle systems such as electronic fuel injection, electronic ignition, anti-lock braking, cruise control, automatic transmission, airbags and air conditioning • install electrical equipment such as gauges, lighting, alternators and starter motors in vehicles • install electrically operated accessories such as radios, heating or demisting equipment, air conditioners, driving lamps and anti-theft systems • refer to circuit diagrams, and use meters and test instruments to find electrical faults • adjust engine control systems and timing to ensure vehicles are running at peak performance • test, recondition and replace faulty alternators, generators, starter motors and related items such as voltage regulators and batteries • repair or replace faulty ignition, electrical wiring, fuses, lamps and switches • use hand tools, specialized electrical tools, instruments and machines, including drills, grinders, presses and lathes • solder or weld when repairing electrical parts • install, repair and service air conditioning systems.

Please contact email sandrews@caicoswheels.com or (649)946-8302 13513

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Ryder Cup: Poulter and Garcia receive Europe wildcards EUROPE’S Ryder Cup talisman Ian Poulter received a wildcard to make his sixth appearance in the biennial competition against the United States in Paris later this month.

The Englishman was one of captain Thomas Bjorn’s four picks, alongside countryman Paul Casey, Spain’s Sergio Garcia and Swede Henrik Stenson, for the event at Le Golf National.

The quartet join the eight players who qualified automatically for Bjorn’s team -- Tommy Fleetwood, Tyrrell Hatton, Rory McIlroy, Francesco Molinari, Alex Noren, Thorbjorn Olesen, Jon Rahm and Justin Rose.

“These four bring so much to the Ryder Cup -- loads of experience, loads of appearances, loads of points won and they know what it’s like to win and lose and they’ll come in with so much heart and soul,” said Denmark’s Bjorn as he announced his picks.

He added: “We know what we’re up against, we know what the US will bring but I’m confident we can do a good job.”

Europe has won six of the last eight Ryder Cups, but USA is the defending champion after victory at Hazeltine in 2016.

The US has not won a Ryder Cup on European soil since Tom Watson’s team triumphed at The Belfry in England in 1993.

The 42-year-old Poulter has played on four winning Ryder Cup teams and was a vice-captain two years ago after his season was curtailed by injury.

Poulter’s Ryder Cup exploits have earned him the nickname “The Postman” -- because “the postman always delivers” -- and his inspired play at Medinah in Chicago in 2012 set in train Europe’s remarkable comeback victory.

Poulter birdied his closing five holes in the Saturday afternoon’s

Europe’s talisman Ian Poulter will make his sixth Ryder Cup appearance and first as a player since 2014 after acting as a vice-captain two years ago.

final fourball match alongside Rory McIlroy to earn Europe a vital point and drag it back to 10-6 down heading into the Sunday singles.

Europe’s subsequent triumph became known as the “Miracle at Medinah.”

Poulter, who has won 12 of his 18 matches and halved two, has been in good form this season with a victory on the PGA Tour in Houston and three other top-10 finishes.

“This feels extra special to be part of another Ryder Cup team,” Poulter told Sky Sports.

“For Thomas to give me the call means absolutely everything to me. It’s going to be an incredible spectacle, it’s going to be an extrastrong US team but when you look at the European team on paper I’m getting goosebumps. I can’t wait.”

‘Amazing team’ Garcia will make his ninth

appearance despite a disappointing season in which he missed the cut in all four majors. The 38-year-old, who won the Masters for his first major title in 2017, earned his spot on the back of an impressive Ryder Cup pedigree.

“The one thing about Sergio is he is the heartbeat of the team,” Bjorn told Sky. “It’s like a football team going without their captain. Not only is he a fantastic golfer but what he also brings is that he makes everybody around him better. He is what the European Ryder Cup is all about.”

Casey, 41, will make his fourth appearance but first since 2008 after recommitting himself to playing sufficient events on the European Tour to be eligible, while former Open champion Stenson will also be playing in his fourth Ryder Cup. “I’ve put a lot into this, it’s tough to explain,” Casey told Sky. “It’s an amazing team and I’m very honoured. I’m so excited.”

On Tuesday, US captain Jim Furyk named Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau as three of his four wildcards for the French showdown.

Messi left off shortlist for Fifa player of the year Aston Villa striker Ross McCormack is poised to join up with former sprint king Usain Bolt

McCormack set to join Bolt at Central Coast Mariners ASTON Villa striker Ross McCormack is poised to join up with former sprint king Usain Bolt at Central Coast Mariners in Australia.

The Scotland international is one of the most prolific goalscorers in the Championship but has no place in Steve Bruce’s plans.

Though there was some interest in the 32-year old during the transfer window a move failed to materialise.

However, now Central Coast

have opened talks and are pushing to sign him on loan this week ahead of their new season starting next month.

McCormack impressed on loan at Melbourne City earlier this year. Even though he wasn’t fully fit, he still managed 14 goals in 16 games.

Central Coast have already drawn extra attention to the A League by taking Bolt, the fastest man in history, on an indefinite trial as he looks to fulfil his dream of becoming a footballer.

CRISTIANO Ronaldo could claim a record sixth Fifa men’s player of the year prize after Lionel Messi was omitted from the shortlist for the first time since 2006.

Ronaldo and Messi have both won the prize five times, but the Barcelona and Argentina forward was overlooked on this occasion, with Luka Modric and Mohamed Salah in contention.

Barcelona and Argentina forward Messi had featured in the top three for 11 straight years. He was runner-up in 2007 and 2008 before winning the title for the first of five years in 2009.

The shortlists were announced by football’s world governing body on Monday and the award ceremony is scheduled to take place on September 24th at Royal Festival Hall in London.

Messi’s subsequent wins came in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2015, while Ronaldo won the title in 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016 and 2017.

The award was first introduced

Barcelona’s Lionel Messi has been left off the shortlist for the Fifa Player of the Year for the first time since 2006.

as the Fifa World player of the year prize (1991-2009), before becoming the Ballon d’Or (2010-15) and subsequently part of FIFA’s ‘The Best’ awards.

Ronaldo won a third successive Champions League title with Real Madrid in 2017-18, finishing as

top scorer in the competition and had Modric as a team-mate. The Portuguese moved to Juventus in the summer after nine years in Madrid.

Modric helped Croatia to the World Cup final, won by France, while Salah’s goals propelled Liverpool to the Champions League final.

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The participants were a mixture of children and adults.

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The beautiful and calm waters of Grand Turk proved an ideal teaching ground for the six-day long programme.

SURFside and CGA take swimming programme to Grand Turk SURFside Ocean Academy, in collaboration with the TCI Commonwealth Games Association, delivered a comprehensive learn to swim and water safety programme to the community of Grand Turk recently.

The outreach swim programme was the second of this summer for sister islands in TCI, with the first being delivery on North Caicos in July.

Lifesaving Society qualified swim teacher, Morgan Luker, led thirtyminute classes to adults and children throughout the week. “What was amazing about this outreach group,

was that the adults made up one third of the swimmer! Everyone progressed extremely quickly and I was especially impressed with this group of swimmers,” said Luker.

The programme last month was a massive success with over 30 participants learning water safety, proper swim technique and fun on the water. The beautiful and calm waters of Grand Turk proved an ideal teaching ground for the six-day long programme. The progressions for the programme were mostly derived from the swim curriculum of the

Canadian Lifesaving programme, of which SURFside is the Turks and Caicos Affiliate, with an inclusion of the Swim to Survive programme as well. In Canada, the Swim to Survive programme serves as the minimum skills needed to survive an unexpected fall into deep water in the schools. These minimum skills are roll into deep water, tread for 1 minute and swim 50 metres. In addition, participants learned basic swim progressions of breathing, floating, gliding and kicking. More advanced were able to learn various

kicks and strokes including front crawl, backstroke and breast stroke.

The cost for the programme was free with a one-time $15 registration fee. The Grand Turk swim project was made possible through a fundraiser that SURFside Ocean Academy hosted in May with an open water swim race event and auction that raised over $2,000 in proceeds towards this summer’s outreach swim programmes.

According to a release, the event was made possible with the help of Katya and Tonya Viera from Manta House

and Erika from Salt Raker for assisting with accommodation, and Ms. Rita Gardiner and the CGA for support and administration on Grand Turk.

“I would like to thank all involved in helping to make this possible for both Grand Turks and North Caicos this summer, and especially the participants for making the very brave choice to try something new and work on skills in the ocean. My heart is so full, and I cannot wait to contribute further and see the progress of swimming in the Turks and Caicos Islands,” says Luker.

Shaunae storms to victory in Diamond League Final BAHAMIAN double national record holder Shaunae Miller-Uibo said her goal was to defend only her 200 metre title at the International Amateur Athletic Federation’s AG Memorial Diamond League Final this year – and she did it in style.

While she watched her biggest rival this year, Salwa Naser from Bahrain, take her 400m crown in a time of 49.33 seconds, Miller-Uibo got back on the podium at the King Baudouin Stadium by clinching her second consecutive 200m crown in

grand fashion, running away another strong field of sprinters in 22.12 and pocketing $50,000 for her efforts.

Once she took the lead coming off the curve, no one was going to chase down the 6’, 1” 24-year-old Bahamian.

Netherlands’ Dafne Schippers tried.

As a matter of fact, she led the race through the curve. But when they got on the straightway, Schippers started to fade as the Bahamian accelerated into another gear.

After she crossed the finish line,

Miller-Uibo rushed to greet her husband Maicel and her parents, Shaun and May Miller, who were watching from the stands.

“It feels amazing. To come back and get another title is amazing,” said Miller-Uibo, who noted that she had indicated earlier in the year that she was only going to defend her title here. ‘I can take it home and add it to the collection. I give God all thanks and praise. I’m just happy with my performances so far this season. One more to go and I will be done.”

Shaunae Miller-Uibo crosses the finish line to win the women’s 200 metres during the Diamond League Memorial Van Damme athletics event at the King Baudouin stadium in Brussels on Friday.

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Fenelus to lead national team against Cuba NATIONAL striker Marco Fenelus will lead the senior national male football team when they take on Cuba this Saturday from 16:00h in Havana.

The Taiwan based footballer replaced regular captain Billy Forbes, who opted not to compete in the game due to personal reasons.

The 26-year-old, who has been outstanding in the Taiwan Football League over the last two seasons, is expected to be the trump card for the side up front.

Marco, who has scored 20 goals in 15 games for the Tatung Football Club this season, told the Weekly News that he is “100% fit and ready for the game”. He said that being selected as captain was “an honour”.

STAYING FOCUS Although the TCI footballers are

The national team and the SWA Sharks after a warm up clash recently.

expected to be the underdogs against the home team, head coach Matt Barnes hopes that the squad

can stick with the game plan.

“Right now I’m focused on the work. Not the results. The squad has come a long way in 3 weeks and our organization, communication and play has improved. Cuba is the top seeded team in our group and opening the Nations League away is a difficult

challenge, but my expectations are that the team will stay focused on the game plan and will do everything they can in the 90 minutes. Each camp we complete should bring us closer to our goal of winning our first Nations League Match.”

The travelling 17 reads: Pendieno

Brooks, Gilbert Tilus, James Rene, Jeff Beljour, Marcdonald Fenelus, Marco Fenelus, Wildens Delva, Alexander Bryan, Widlin Calixte, Kely Louima, Herby Magny, Jose Elcius, Paul Constant, James Lee Louis, Ledson Jerome, Jepthe Francois and Lenford Singh.

Lenford Singh made his national debut in 2006 at the Caribbean Cup Qualifiers when TCI first played Cuba.

Singh ready for round two in Cuba LENFORD Singh is ready for round two against Cuba this Saturday. The 33-year-old striker is the only player set to travel for Saturday’s clash that played in the 2006 game on the neighbouring island.

Although 12 years have passed since his international debut, the Jamaican born is still optimistic of doing well.

“It’s an honour to be named in the squad for Cuba and I want to say thanks to the coaches for

believing in me. So now it’s up to us, the team, to go and do our best and try to win.”

Singh who played for Beaches last season in the Provo Premier League (six goals) is optimistic that he can break down the Cuban defence. He will look to use his knowledge and expertise he has developed over years.

Prior to this clash, Singh last represented the national team in 2015.

The brothers at the airport before departing for Jamaica.

Gray brothers off to Calabar High YOUNGSTERS Chadwin and Dashawn Gray are the second batch of athletes to have left these shores for a Jamaican high school in the last few weeks.

The pair from North Caicos will attend the Calabar High School in the neighbouring island from this week.

Chadwin, who represented the TCI in the 100M and the 4X100M relays at CARIFTA Games this year, is 15 year-old, while Dashawn is 13.

The brothers got farewell wishes from their mother, Shanell Gray and the TCAAA’s President, Edith Skippings, before departing these

shores earlier this week.

Last month national athletes Rebecca Bernadin and DeAjah Smith left for the St. Jago High School in Jamaica.

The pair joined fellow national athlete Emmanuel Agenor in sixth form. The girls are in lower six, while Agenor is in upper six.

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Olympic size swimming pool one-step closer to reality – AFTER FRUITFUL MEETING WITH PREMIER AN Olympic size swimming pool is on the horizon for the TCI—and according to one stakeholder, it will be the envy of the Caribbean.

A meeting between swimming representatives, a pool building company and the premier of the TCI, Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, on Wednesday put plans into motion.

Information reaching the Weekly News indicates that several designs have already been seen by the premier, and although funding and a location were not announced, all at the meeting seemed satisfied with the direction of the project.

Once completed, the pool will be a community pool in Providenciales with the ability to cater for all age range and even international visitors.

“From my impression, it will be a

From left to right Lenin Hamilton, Mechanical Engineer and Director of Design Alessandro Orio, Premier Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson, Structural Engineer Julien Brice and Sr. Legal Advisor Arthur Hamilton. Messrs. Orio and Brice are from Myrtha Pools International.

very comprehensive pool. It will be the envy of the Caribbean.” Legal Advisor Arthur Hamilton Sr. told this publication.

The legal advisor, who is the father of TCI Aquatics Club coach/ founder Lenin Hamilton, had joined his son for the meeting.

“The pool will cater for young,

middle age, old people and even disable people.” Hamilton Sr. added, “We will able to invite international swimmers from all over the world. It will be an international pool. I don’t want to put words in the premier’s mouth, but that’s the impression.”

Along with the Hamiltons and

the premier, representatives from Myrtha Pools International were also at the meeting.

Lenin said he was pleased. “I got the impression from the Premier that she and her government has already done some research on the matter and that the community will be

well pleased with what she and her government has in mind.”

TCI has a number of talented swimmers, but lack the necessary facility for them to train at a high level.

The pool will enhance our ability to compete with the best in the world at international meets.

HAB Sonics’ player Damon signs with Southeast Community College JAMEEL Damon, who led his club to an overall victory in the Mallory McComish 20-andunder tournament in July, will attend the Southeast Community College in Beatrice, Nebraska on a full basketball scholarship.

The 6’7 forward, who is known for his dominance in the paint, has been a been with the HAB Sonics Basketball Club for

the last three years and over that time he continues to improve, according to coach of the side Ciaran O’Neill.

“Not only has Jameel had an incredible Youth basketball career he had an incredible Men’s basketball career being a 1X All Star in the PABA Night League, participating in the 2018 Copa Mitchell Cup in Santiago Dominican Republic and most recently winning the 2018

Jameel Damon is officially a student of the Southeast Community College.

Bambarra Invitational Tournament.”

O’Neill said that the Sonics would personally like to thank “the Department of Sports, the Turks & Caicos Islands Basketball Federation and the PABA for allowing us to be a part of basketball we all love and are

so passionate for”.

The basketball coach also thanked the TCIPS Comprehensive High School for assisting the club with Jameel’s recruiting process.

“To already graduated students and current students looking to

earn a scholarship to participate in sports and get an education off Island never give up on your future in sports and trying to earn a scholarship. Anything is possible with the right patience and timing,” O’Neill added.

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