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Hundreds of Haitian migrants detained after dangerous sea crossing A dangerously overcrowded boat which had travelled 190 miles from Haiti to the Turks and Caicos Islands was detained by marine police on Wednesday, April 21. The Coastal Radar Station made a report of suspicious activity in the North West Point area to officers on police boats Sea Guardian and Sea Pursuit at about 12.16am. They immediately responded and intercepted a 45 foot, wooden, red and blue boat close to land. It contained 251 people – 183 men and 68 women. “The overloaded vessel brought severe challenges, and a critical decision was made to transfer several migrants onto motor vessel Sea Pursuit,” a police press release said. “At the same time, motor vessel Sea Guardian towed the migrant vessel to the South Dock Port.” Officers on board Sea Pursuit completed the transfer process during several trips to South Dock Port to ensure the safety of the

migrants and enforcement of the Covid-19 protocols. The passengers were handed over to the Immigration Task Force for processing and repatriation. Just one week earlier, on April 14, two wooden sloops from Haiti overcrowded with hundreds of men and women were intercepted in TCI waters. The Coastal Radar Station detected the two boats at 5.20am and 7.13am near West Harbour Bluff, allowing the Royal TCI Police Force’s marine officers to quickly intercept them. Both boats were towed to South Dock Port, Providenciales, where the 380 migrants were met by police officers, Ministry of Health staff, customs and immigration officers. The first blue and red 44 foot boat held 176 people – 132 men and 44 women, while the second blue and red 44 foot boat held 204 people – 152 men and 52 women. All of the boats’ passengers were

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This overcrowded wooden boat was intercepted on Wednesday (Royal TCI Police Force)

detained at the Detention Centre to prepare them for repatriation. Police searched the boats but found nothing of interest. Later that day, Minister of Immigration Hon. Arlington Musgrove issued a warning to people smugglers in a statement. “To the masterminds, we will catch and prosecute you as the borders of the Turks and Caicos Islands are closed to illegal migration and related activities. “So please do not waste your money attempting to enter these islands illegally. You will be sent back.”

Just two days earlier on April 12, an illegal Haitian boat made landfall at a beach close to the Sailrock Resort on South Caicos. It was found abandoned. A press release from the Ministry of Immigration, Citizenship, Labour and Employment Services said the number of people who were onboard has not been determined. In the press release, Musgrove said maritime smuggling operations are dangerous and too frequently end in tragedy and death at sea. “There are many different reasons that migrants attempt such

unsafe voyages at sea, but none of them are worth the risk of life.” It is an offence to harbour or assist illegal migrants and anyone found guilty may be fined up to $20,000 or face four years in prison or both according to the Immigration Ordinance 2018. Anyone with information on any migration or people smuggling issues can call 911 or Crimestoppers on 1-800-84477. Tips can also be submitted anonymously in English, French or Spanish to www.crimestoppers.tc or on Facebook as a fan of ‘Crime Stoppers Turks & Caicos’.

Jumillo Isma convicted of murder of Godly Petiote Jumillo Isma swiftly learned his fate after a 12-member jury deliberated for just over two hours on Tuesday, April 20. He was found guilty of murder at 12.30pm in Grand Turk Supreme Court. The session was live streamed on the ‘Judiciary of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Facebook page for public viewing. Isma, 23, had been standing trial for the shooting death of Godly Petiote, 22, a resort employee who was brutally gunned down on his way to work. The trial started on Monday, April 12. Following the verdict, the man was led away by prison officials back to Her Majesty’s Prison Grand Turk where he is being held on remand. He will return to Judge Shiraz Aziz’s court on Wednesday, April 28, for sentencing. Isma faces a mandatory life sentence for the capital offence, with no less than 30 years served before he becomes eligible for parole, should the judge decide he

can apply. The shooting occurred on the morning of March 11, 2020, at about 11.30am as Petiote was walking along Cherokee Road, behind Scotiabank in Providenciales. A vehicle pulled up alongside the young man and an occupant opened fire. Petiote was hit multiple times. He died of his injuries shortly after being rushed to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre. Jumillo Isma of Five Cays, Providenciales, was arrested on March 14, 2020. He was later charged with murder, carrying a firearm, carrying ammunition, discharging firearm, and discharging ammunition in connection with the death of Godley Petiote and remanded. In a press release on Thursday, April 22, Superintendent Lisa Mitcheson, Head of Crime and Public Protection, said: “While we are grateful that justice has been delivered in this incident, our thoughts and prayers go to the family and friends of Godly Petiote,

whose life was unjustifiably taken at a very young age.” She thanked the investigating officers from the Serious Crimes Unit and the Forensic Support Unit for the excellent work in bringing justice to the Petiote’s family. Sha also thanked the supporting team from Response and Operations who responded to the scene, and added that her team, specifically Lead Investigators, Detectives Jamael Harvey and Calbert Baker, had “a lot to be proud of”. “I would like to express thanks to the witnesses involved. Because of your bravery, we are seeing justice today.” She went on to encourage members of the public to speak out if they know something about any crime. “Helping us will help the Turks and Caicos to remain a safe place to live and visit,” Mitcheson said. Anyone with information on any crime can call 911 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 1-800-8477.

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TCI’s economy could make a ‘v-shaped recovery’ from Covid-19 pandemic BY OLIVIA ROSE The Turks and Caicos Islands’ economy could bounce back to its pre-pandemic levels by the next winter season. This is according to Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick who said from all indications the territory’s pandemic-bruised economy is on its way to making a “v-shaped recovery” - a quick and sustained economic performance after a sharp decline or an economic depression. “The information that we are getting from our private sector partners, particularly the hospitality sector [is] occupancy rates, as well as the average daily rates have been increasing. “So we’re looking to be near full capacity for most of the summer months,” he said during a live streamed interview on Radio Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, April 20. “And so, it looks like the recovery could potentially, between now and next winter, be a v- shaped recovery, which means that we can get back to where we were in 2019 by the end of this next season and potentially even

greater than that.” Misick underscored that the Government’s ongoing mass vaccination programme has been instrumental in supporting the TCI’s economic recuperation. “The vaccines have helped, so Turks and Caicos, I would say the future looks bright.” The premier called on residents in the TCI that have not yet been vaccinated to consider doing so. “I would like to use this opportunity to appeal to those persons who have not been vaccinated to go and get vaccinated, because I think it puts the Turks and Caicos in an entire bubble. “So, for those persons in the expatriate community, I’d like to appeal, particularly to my Haitian brethren, to go and get vaccinated because this seems to be where the greatest pocket of resistance is coming from.” Premier Misick added that work permits will not be issued or renewed unless applicants can prove that they have been vaccinated. Despite the demand plunge in the tourism sector due to the Covid-19 pandemic, local tourism

officials are optimistic that the tide will turn for the industry as April through August are traditionally peak travel months for US tourists. Minister of Tourism Hon. Josephine Connolly during her ministerial speech in the House of Assembly on March 22, said tourist arrivals from the United States will increase soon. “We are still encouraged… by the fact that projections for the next coming months show an encouraging increase in arrivals from the United States, our main market.” She stressed that these projections should not be taken as a sign for residents to let their guard down but instead double down on efforts to lower the transmission rate of Covid-19. “We are promoting our Islands as a safe and secure destination with clear pre-arrival protocols and a vaccination programme,” Connolly added. Last year, the Turks and Caicos Islands suffered the highest percentage of GDP loss due to the financial impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on world tourism. With many travel plans thrown

Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick has high hopes for the TCI’s economic recovery (Office of the Premier)

into disarray as border closures forced airlines, tour operators, hotels and restaurants to shut down, travel and tourism was especially hard hit. The territory experienced a staggering loss of $94 million in revenue representing 9.2 percent of GDP, according to a study by visa service provider ESTA.

Two accused of robbery and kidnapping face five-day trial Two men, Randell Rigby and Evano Roberts, appeared in Grand Turk Supreme Court on Wednesday, April 21, charged with robbery and kidnapping. The accused, who have both pleaded not guilty to the charges, face up to a five-day trial before a verdict will be delivered. Presiding over the trial is Justice Shiraz Aziz. A sevenmember jury has been selected and will appear in court between 10am and 3pm each day.

The jury selection was live streamed on the ‘Judiciary of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ Facebook page on Wednesday. Statements from the prosecution and defence, along with the verdict will also be livestreamed. However individual witness testimonies will not be broadcast. Tents and televisions have been set up at the court house for members of the public wishing to view the trial in full.

A tent set up this week at Grand Turk Supreme Court for jury selection (Judiciary of the Turks and Caicos Islands)

The Turks and Caicos Islands Government officially reopened the territory’s borders on July 23, 2020, to international travellers. Since then hotels, restaurants and other tourism-based businesses have fully reopened, albeit with a number of Covid-19 health and safety protocols, including a nightly curfew, in place.

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Robinson awaits governor’s intervention in vote discrepancy BY DELANA ISLES An alleged discrepancy in the vote count brought to light by elected representative Hon. Jamell Robinson has been reported to Governor Nigel Dakin for his intervention. Despite claims made by both Elections Supervisor Dudley Lewis and acting Attorney General, Khalila Astwood-Tatem to an online news publication earlier this week that the court is Robinson’s only recourse at this stage, he told the Weekly News that he is awaiting the governor’s intervention. Both Lewis and Astwood-Tatem indicated - although not directly to the Weekly News as neither have responded to calls to date - that the time for Robinson to make his challenge to the vote count had passed and no action can be taken by elections supervisor under the Elections Ordinance. Robinson has an entirely

different account of what transpired, as reported last week. An incensed Robinson told the Weekly News on Wednesday, April 21, evening that the two - the elections supervisor and the acting attorney general - are deliberately ignoring a central part of his grievance. The official record shows that Robinson received 3,418 votes, but according to him, he actually won 3,500 votes at the February 19 general election. Robinson stated that the mistake was pointed out to the elections supervisor in enough time for all of the votes to be counted. “He agreed that my number of actual votes in electoral district six was 374, and assured me that he would speak to the attorney general and then they would find a pathway to fix it.” Robinson reiterated that there was enough time for the discrepancy to be handled before

the boxes were sealed, in stark contrast to what Lewis has claimed. “They were able to not only verify that what I thought to be the case was the case, they also have a report that is already written by the elections returning officer for electoral district six, which basically outlined it all.” He said he was made aware of this report by the election supervisor, and has seen it personally. “So it isn’t a case where we have to go inside any sealed boxes to get the correct information, to make a decision. It’s a case of just doing what’s right.” Robinson is disgruntled that he was made to believe the matter could have been easily fixed. “To now switch it and say I should have to petition is simply disingenuous on their part, which is unfortunate.” The parliamentarian maintains that the matter has to come to

Hon. Jamell Robinson told the Weekly News that he is awaiting the governor’s intervention (Facebook/Jamell Robinson)

a just conclusion: “Because we have to be able to believe in our institutions and the people that run them, because in no circumstance should this be okay when you already know what the correct situation is…” He reiterated: “Eighty-two of voters are to be disenfranchised over the notion of, okay well, you won anyway, so what is the problem?” Robinson stated that it is not about him personally, as the additional votes do not change the outcome that he won a seat in the House of Assembly. He said he has done his due diligence, thus far. “I’ve alerted his excellency, the governor, about the situation as

he is the person who’s ultimately responsible for fair and free elections taking place in the Turks and Caicos Islands. “And I await his judgment or his intervention, and I have asked for him to do an independent investigation of all the matters,” the honourable member stated. Asked whether he will be taking the advice of the election supervisor and the acting attorney general, Robinson said for him the matter now resides with the governor. The Weekly News reached out to the Governor’s Office for a comment on Thursday morning, but was unable to obtain one by time of press.

Vaccine will not cause erectile dysfunction or impotence, says local doctor BY OLIVIA ROSE The Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine will not cause erectile dysfunction or impotence, medical practitioner Dr Darren Hall stressed this week. In a YouTube presentation on Saturday, April 17, he urged men to get vaccinated as he said there appears to be a persistent gap between the two sexes taking the vaccine. Hall, healthcare administrator at FamilyCare Medical Services, said there is no evidence to support claims that the vaccine being administered in the territory will affect men’s virility. “There are some people who are reluctant to take the Covid vaccine because of information they may have read or things they have seen on social media and things they’ve heard from other people. “For men, there is a bit of reluctance because of the fear of erectile dysfunction and impotence. “I want to tell you there is absolutely no evidence to support that the Pfizer Covid vaccine will cause erectile dysfunction and or impotence.” Hall said that on the contrary, the coronavirus could possibly lead to a host of health complications for men.

Dr Darren Hall, medical practitioner and healthcare administrator at FamilyCare Medical Services (Screenshot/YouTube)

“What we know is that Covid disease has the potential to cause erectile dysfunction and impotence based on how the virus affects the blood vessels. It also causes clotting.” These things set up the stage for possible impotence and erectile dysfunction, the doctor explained. “So, what I really want to say to you, particularly men, if you’re hesitant about taking the Pfizer

Covid vaccine because of these things, please be assured that it will not happen. “But what you will be doing is protecting yourself from disease by taking the Pfizer vaccine. Do not hesitate, do it as soon as you can to protect yourself and others around you.” Erectile dysfunction and impotence are often linked to other factors such as high blood

pressure, smoking, diabetes or obesity which put men at increased risk for Covid-19. Hall further assured men that side effects from the vaccine are normal, although the reactions may vary from person to person. “I took the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine, and like some of you, have experienced side effects too.” He said for a day or two he had a mild headache, as expected with

the vaccine. Minister of Health Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders recently assured youths in the TCI that the Covid-19 vaccines being offered in the territory will not cause infertility. On April 7 in a similar YouTube video, Saunders dispelled rumours and myths that the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine causes infertility in men and women. “I want to tell you that is not true. The vaccines would not make you sterile, the vaccines are actually very safe,” he said. “There is no conspiracy going on. Sometimes these things happen about 100 years ago, there was a Spanish flu, today we have Covid-19.” Despite health campaigns and assurances that the vaccines are safe, many people especially youths are still sceptical about the vaccines and worried about potential side effects. These fears are often fuelled by online conspiracies which have inundated social media feeds from the time Covid-19 vaccines were developed. Access the full video, entitled ‘Dr Hall - Pfizer Vaccine and Men’s Virility’ on the Health Promotion YouTube page at https://youtu.be/ WtN3kkfAU-o

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Students abroad not deliberately omitted from stimulus, says premier BY OLIVIA ROSE Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick says there is no ‘deliberate intention’ to leave students who are studying abroad out of the Citizen Relief Stimulus programme. As the Government continues its $1,000 stimulus distribution initiative, the date for cheque collection has been extended to June 30 to ensure approved applicants receive their money. Despite this, concerns have been raised that some Turks and Caicos Islanders who are currently studying abroad will miss out, since the cheques require in-person collection. “The student issue is a thorny one, because there’s so many people who have gone abroad,” the

Treasury staff process approved applicants for the Citizen Relief Stimulus programme (Office of the Premier)

premier said during an interview on Radio Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, April 20.

“Some of them claim to be students, but in fact they’re not all students. Some of them actually migrated and they may be studying part time.” Misick stressed that the Government requires citizens to uplift their checks in-person at the Treasury offices with a number of identity documents to avoid people defrauding the system. “Some of them have been away for a significant number of years. So the whole reason why we require people to show up in

person is to avoid potential fraud, which I believe has happened in the past. “There were people who got two or three stimuluses from the same package previous to this. “So at this stage, the extension is at the end of June. Those students who have applied and have a legitimate claim will be paid.” When asked if there is any consideration to put provisions in place for students to receive the stimulus package beyond June 30, Misick said no decision has been

made in that regard. “What I can tell you is that the Government is constantly looking at ways we could have an equitable distribution of services and benefits to Turks and Caicos Islanders,” he said. “I wouldn’t put it beyond the team to have a second look at that. “… students who are abroad are in a couple of different categories, so I’m sure there would be ways that we can find ways going forward to make sure that our students, our young people in particular, could benefit from this. “Hopefully in the next 12 to 18 months as the economy recovers but there is no deliberate intention to leave them out.” More than 11,000 citizens who are still reeling from the economic hardship induced by the Covid-19 were slated to benefit from the $11million Citizen Relief Stimulus approved by the newly-elected Progressive National Party (PNP) Government. COLLECTION DATE EXTENDED

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Under the tree By Benneth Williams The gun and ammunition recovered from a home in Five Cays (Royal TCI Police Force)

Man arrested over firearm possession A twenty-four-year-old man has been arrested for possession of a gun, ammunition and a small amount of cannabis. Officers of the Tactical Unit of the Royal TCI Police Force executed an authority to search a home in Five Cays, Providenciales, at about 11am on Tuesday, April 20. During the search they recovered a gun, several rounds of ammunition and a small quantity of cannabis. They arrested a man on suspicion of keeping a firearm and ammunition. He was in custody at time of press. Head of operations, Police

Superintendent Martyn Ball, said: “We’ve seen yet again the professional work by the Tactical Unit officers recovering an illegal firearm and ammunition. “We are proud of the exceptional work that we are seeing on a daily basis from this unit. “However, the community must work with us and tell us what they know to take these dangerous weapons off the street.” Anyone with information on any crime can call 911 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 1-800-8477.

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Premier Misick being sworn in as a member of the Turks and Caicos Islands Cabinet, on February 24 (Office of the Premier)

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Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick during a live streamed interview on ‘Financially Speaking’ with host Drexwell Seymour (Screenshot/RTC Station)

Misick marks ‘whirlwind’ two-months of premiership BY OLIVIA ROSE Two months have passed since Hon. Charles Washington Misick was elected Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands. With the ongoing battle against Covid-19 and an unwavering mission to improve the lives of citizens, Misick described his two months in office as a “whirlwind”. “It’s been a whirlwind because, you know, the circumstances under which we’ve taken over the Government with the Covid-19 pandemic.

“We’re still very much in this and it’s at the forefront of everybody’s mind,” he said during an appearance on Radio Turks and Caicos on Tuesday, April 20. Misick, who officially marked two months of his premiership on Monday, April 19, joined host Drexwell Seymour on his talk show ‘Financially Speaking’. He said he has been “very busy” and hard at work delivering on the commitments made by his Government to the populace, as well as preparing the territory’s annual budget.

“We’ve had a lot to deal with, updates on a weekly basis, monitoring the trends both globally and domestically. I think we’ve managed to do a fairly good job so far. “The gift of the vaccine from the United Kingdom government has meant that I think close to 45 percent of the population have been inoculated.” Misick said there has been a flurry of activity as it relates to fulfilling the promises made for the first 200 days of government. “A number of them have been

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Treasury offices and reduce the wait time for collection, the final day for collection of Citizen Relief Stimulus cheques has been extended to June 30, according to a Government statement. The statement issued on Tuesday, April 21, said: “Applicants who are seeking medical treatment overseas (along with persons who accompanied them), subsequent to their citizen relief grant being approved, the cancelation of the stimulus cheque will be delayed up to the earlier of the applicant’s return to the island or three months from the date the cheque was printed.”

The statement noted that applicants who fall within these criteria will be required to submit a written request along with supporting documentation to tcicitizenrelief@gov.tc “The supporting documentation would include, but not limited to a copy of travel itinerary departing and returning to and from the TCI, medical documentation to support claim of overseas treatment, and name of applicant and citizen relief application number,” the release said. The statement further disclosed that the Treasury will be providing a cheque delivery service to the applicants’ home

for recipients in the TCI who are disabled or confined to their homes. To access the Citizen Relief Stimulus cheque, approved applicants must provide a valid TCI Government-issued photo identification such as a driver’s licence, NIB card, NHIP card, BOTC passport or a TCI status card. They must also bring a copy of their application number and appear in person at the cheque issuance location. Cheques will not be assigned to a bank or issued to individuals other than the approved applicants.

delivered. We said during the campaign that our focus was going to be on people, improving their lives. “We’ve used the phrase during the campaign referred to as ‘creating an environment where people can live their best lives’. That is still very much in front of us,” he added. Misick explained that after coming to office, his Government realised that there was the possibility of quickly delivering some relief to Turks and Caicos Islanders who are still reeling from the economic downturn, ahead of the presentation of the 2021-2022 budget. “Given the fact that we actually had a little more than five weeks before the close of the financial year we made a decision,” he said, “…to give every qualified Turks and Caicos Islander and British overseas territories citizen a stimulus cheque.” He explained that his Government is also looking at other relief measures. “There are lots of things that we’re working on at the moment. Of course, it was not only the stimulus but we’ve given relief through NHIP and NIB in relation to legacy debts for those organisations. “I don’t want to say what they are yet, but we are looking at other avenues.” BUDGET PREPARATION The territory’s leader added that the Government is in the process of preparing the 2021-2022 budget and accompanying Fiscal Strategic Policy.

“The Fiscal Strategic Policy is what is called a framework agreement in which the budget is prepared; we still have an obligation to submit that to the United Kingdom. “The TCI Government, like most of the overseas governments, has a commitment with the UK to perform within a certain ratio as it relates to debt service and overall debt itself and as it relates to other ratios. “Given the fact that we are and have been in a pandemic and the Government will be presenting a deficit budget in 2021-2022, we continue to have to make those submissions to the UK government. So it’s been very, very busy doing all of that,” he said. Under a 2012 fiscal framework agreement, the TCI administration is required to update its mediumterm fiscal strategy and seek approval for its annual budget from the UK government. The Government anticipates that its fiscal programme will be underpinned by economic growth propelled by foreign direct investment and large-scale tourism-related and other projects. Hon. Charles Washington Misick was officially sworn in as premier of the TCI on February 20, following a landslide victory against the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM). Misick, who served as the TCI’s fifth chief minister from April 1991 to February 1995, led the Progressive National Party (PNP) to gain 14 of 15 contested seats in the territory’s general elections on February 19.

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Integrity Commission meets HOA members Members of the House of Assembly were given an update on conflict of interest during a meeting with the Integrity Commission at The Palms, Providenciales, on Thursday, April 15. “This…was mainly to introduce, establish and facilitate an open dialogue between the newly elected and appointed ministers,” a commission press release said on Wednesday, April 21. “And to review the Declaration Form, the role of the Integrity

Commission, as well as, to discuss conflict of interest.” A second meeting will allow both parties to go into more depth on the details surrounding conflict of interest. House of Assembly members present were Speaker of the House, Hon. Gordon Burton, Deputy Premier Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders, Hon. Akeirra Missick, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Hon. Jamel Robinson, Hon. Arlington Musgrove, Hon. Otis Morris, Hon. Samuel Been, Hon. Matthew Stubbs, Hon. Randy

Howell, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Hon. John Malcolm, Hon. Jameka Williams, Hon. Alvin Garland, Hon. Willin Belliard, and Hon. Harold Charles, and clerk Tracey Parker. Integrity Commission staff included commissioner Canon Mark Kendall, director Paul Martin, deputy director Richard Been, senior compliance officer Crystal Almonte, IT specialist/ security manager Jovan Flemming, and public education officer Imterniza McCartney.

Work has begun on Front Street, Grand Turk Road resurfacing, drainage and sidewalk works to Front Street in Grand Turk have begun, the Ministry of Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development announced this week. The project is scheduled to take up to six months and there will be road closures and detours during the length of the renovations, a ministry press release said on Wednesday, April 21. Minister Hon. Akierra

Missick apologised for any inconvenience caused by the “critical development”. “But we are confident that the inconveniences caused would pale in comparison to the need for the completion of this vital road redevelopment in Grand Turk,” she said. Temporary parking areas will be designated for access to business establishments and offices located on Front Street during this time.

CABINET MEETING SUMMARY Statutory board appointments, e-governance and coronavirus spread prevention measures were all discussed at the eighth meeting of Cabinet. Governor Nigel Dakin chaired the meeting on Wednesday, April 14, at the Office of the Premier in Providenciales. All members were present. According to a Governor’s Office summary sent to press on Tuesday, April 20, at this meeting Cabinet: - Was updated on the successful interception of two sloops from Haiti on the evening of April 14, and the processing and repatriation of the migrants. - Was given an update by the Ministry of Health on the measures being taken to address and mitigate against the threat of the coronavirus to the country, including: a) Progress on surveillance testing through the use of lateral flow devices and PCR. b) Progress on the instillation of oxygen generators at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre in Providenciales and Cockburn Town Medical Centre in Providenciales. c) The progression of the uptake of the Covid-19 vaccine(s) and agreed next steps to further drive uptake. d) Staffing plans for both Cheshire Hall Medical Centre in Providenciales and Cockburn Town Medical Centre in Grand Turk. - Revised and approved the Fiscal and Strategic Policy Statement for 20202025 covering the Government’s fiscal targets for the next four years, which will be submitted to the UK Government for approval prior to being laid before the House of Assembly. - Approved the writing off of balances from the National Insurance Board

(NIB) general ledger on accounts with no activity. - Approved the adjustments to bank reconciliations representing unsolved adjustments spanning several years. - Approved a draft strategy for the rollout of e-governance services within the TCI Government and its statutory bodies, including priority projects, funding requirements, and personnel support. - Approved amendments to the National Insurance Unemployment Assistance Benefit Regulations to make provisions for where the average weekly insurable earnings (AWIE) of a claimant is below $275, the AWIE to be increased to $275 per week when calculating the benefit. - Approved amendments to the Citizen Stimulus Programme to: a) Extend the deadline for the submission of supporting documentations to April 23 by persons who were unable to meet the deadline for health or mobility reasons. b) Extend the deadline for persons to collect their cheques from the Government Treasury to June 30 (no provision will be made for third part stimulus cheque collection). c) Allow for a delivery system for those with mobility restrictions. - Was updated on matters relating to the Juniper Hole Development land. - Approved amendments to the Insolvency (Amendment) Bill in preparation for it to be laid before the House of Assembly. - Approved temporary policy amendments on the issuance of specific work permits for a period of 12 months with effect from May 1. - Approved the appointment of Eric F Salamanca as acting commissioner of the Energy and Utilities Department

until such time that a commissioner is appointed. Approved the standardisation of appointments to statutory bodies to coincide with financial years, a review of legislation governing boards and remuneration, and a training package to ensure members are adequately skilled for their respective roles. Approved the appointment of Sonia Williams (chair), Reverend Julia Williams (deputy chair), Gretle B Dean, Deserika Lightbourne and Deondra Delancy as members and permanent secretary for education or delegate and the director of education as ex-officio members of the Education Advisory Board/Scholarship Committee and Sharine Lightbourne as secretary to the committee for a period of two years effective May 1. Approved the appointment of Selvyn Hawkins (chair), Dr Marcella Malcolm (deputy chair), Olincia Missick, Richard Gibbs Jnr and Shirley Williams as members and president of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, permanent secretary or deputy permanent secretary finance and permanent secretary or deputy permanent secretary education as ex-officio members of the TCI Community College board of governors and Velma Smith as secretary to the board for a period of two years effective May 1. Approved the appointment of Lilian Missick (chairman), Sheba Wilson (deputy chair), Dr Barbara Ambrister, Claudette Clare, Devon Fulford as members and director education and permanent secretary education as ex-officio members of the Higher Education Advisory Board for a period of two years effective from April 12.

- Approved the appointment of Chalmers Andryell Misick (chair), Samuel Harvey Jr, Cardinal Gardiner and Marcusson Lightbourne as members of the Physical Planning Appeals Tribunal and Bernadya Smith as secretary to the tribunal for a period of for a period of one year effective from May 1. - Approved the appointment of Ricardo James (chair), Devon Cox (deputy chair), Khama Coalbrooke and Russell Alonzo Garland as members and director of planning, director DECR and director of DDME as exofficio members of the Physical Planning Board, and Reginald Charles as secretary to the board for a period of for a period of two years effective from May 1. - Approved the appointment of Beverly Howell (chairman), Alexandria Missick (deputy chair), Shona Lewis, John Hilton, Owenta Coleby and Tendra Musgrove as members, and permanent secretary for tourism or delegate as exofficio member of the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board for a period of two years effective from April 15. - Approved the appointment of Heather Allen Green (chairman) (four years), Dr Alicia Malcolm (two years), Sabrina Isaac (three years), Edward Hall (two years), David Been (three years), permanent secretary finance or her representative and permanent secretary tourism or her representative as members and managing director as ex-officio member of the Gaming Commission for a period of two to four years depending on the member effective April 15. - Were updated on ongoing works by the Ministries of Immigration, Infrastructure, Education, and Health.

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Do not let anyone take advantage of you

I believe that if people are in a position to help others, they should help others. However, it does not mean that you should be used as a doormat for people to walk on. Some people do not speak to you on a regular basis and only know you when they want something from you, but when you need them, they are not there for you. Some people want you to give them everything they need or want without working for it. If you do, you’re not helping them in the long run. In fact, you’re enabling them to take advantage of you. Some people are in relationships and are being taken advantage of financially, sexually, physically and verbally. They remain in these types of relationships for years and soon some of them think it is the norm. Some people are on the job and are being taken advantage of. Some people are getting paid below their pay scale. Some people are working so hard and yet being overlooked

BY DREXWELL SEYMOUR

Drexwell Seymour is a certified public accountant and is the managing partner for HLB TCI. His favourite hobby, however, is writing. He has a personal website, www.drexwellseymour. com, where all of his writings are posted. He also has a YouTube channel where you can find inspirational videos. Drexwell has a BA in Accounting and an MBA in Finance.

for promotion. Some people have delegated most of their work to others and then when the work is completed, they act like they were the ones who did it without giving any credit to others. Some employees are also taking advantage of their employer by coming to work late or being on social media when they are getting paid to be working. This article will offer some tips on how to deal with people who take advantage of

others. There are some people who have a very ‘soft’ heart and cannot seem to say no even when they are not in a position to help or don’t want to help. You must practice saying no sometimes, otherwise people will continue to use you. Sometimes people are asking for help from multiple persons and they may end up getting more than they what they really need. Some people suffer from inferiority

complex. They think some people are better than them and so they help them all of the time so they can remain in the circle. Know your worth. No one is better than you. You do not have to let anyone take advantage of you to fit in. Stop giving people money every time they ask you. Try and help them to secure a job or a better paying job or even try to assist them in establishing their own business. Therefore, rather than letting people take advantage of you, whenever they ask you for help, guide them and train them to become better individuals so that they can take care of themselves. I think the best approach to tell people how you really feel. Some people may not even realise that they are taking advantage of you until you bring it to their attention. On the other hand, there are some that they know exactly what they are doing and if you do not deal with it, they will continue to take advantage of you.

Embracing cultural and economic resilience It had been roaring for months before it finally blew. The air, a choking cloud of grey ash. A haze of smoke filled the sky over St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) as La Soufriere volcano erupted for a third time. There was panic and chaos as residents tried to escape. Thousands of people managed to reach safer grounds, many more were not so lucky and were left stranded on the road, desperately trying to reach safety by hitching lifts as the government abandoned them. The only option for residents that were left behind and who were living in proximity to the volcano, was to spend an extra night at their homes. One could only imagine their thoughts through all that rumbling and a sleepless night, while waiting to be rescued.

BY D MARKIE SPRING D Markie Spring, a TCI resident of 15 years, is an expert in law enforcement. He worked as a detective in the Royal TCI Police Force and was director of security at Beaches Turks and Caicos.

La Soufriere had laid dormant for more than 40 years and now scientists say it is likely to keep erupting for days, even weeks – it could be months before residents are allowed to return to their homes. Shamefully, the usual political game ensued. In the middle of a crisis within many crises, the SVG government is pushing the vaccine. Pressuring those on the run and

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threatened to only allow those vaccinated to enter shelters and the cruise ships waiting offshore to rescue residents impacted by the volcano. Since then, the Natural and Common Law Tribunal for Public Health and Justice has warned the prime minister of his actions surrounding vaccination and demanded that he publicly announce his support for strong humanitarian efforts for all impacted by the crisis. However, from these eruptions, there are evidently some great lessons for other small island developing states, including the TCI. Foremost, while the government failed in its response to the crisis, there is a notable resolve to recover among Vincentians. For many, this particular crisis wasn’t a new phenomenon and they are finding ways to cope through forms of cultural expression. In the absence of government reserves

and capital, residents are using their little resources to assist each other. These events will certainly help to alleviate despondency and drive the vigour to move past the destruction. Too, if the authorities in the TCI are to avoid these economic downfalls occurring in SVG, they must build strong economic resilience by implementing policies aimed at mitigating both the risk and consequences of severe disasters. Mitigating risk means that the Government must be able to monitor homegrown vulnerabilities, while coping with consequences, and also identify and implement mechanisms and policy settings to help absorb the impacts of severe downturns. Relative to lower growth, such policies need to be weighed against costs. Moreover, when risk mitigating measures involve a trade-off between crisis risk and growth, the greatest cost-effective actions need to be identified and pursued, spanning across both macroeconomic and structural policies. In essence, to cope with a crisis in the TCI, we must be determined to rebound through cultural resilience. Meanwhile, the Government must deposit politics on the backburner during a crisis and endeavour to pursue economic resilience to deal with external shocks.

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PDM encourages Gov’t to stick with border security strategic plans Two months into its term in office, the new Government has seen nine sloops with three intercepted in the past week alone carrying a total of approximately 631 persons and one making a rare landfall on the island of South Caicos with a report that seems that all made good their escape. We can all agree across party lines that this is tragic on all levels but certainly for the people of this country, it remains a financial burden that we painfully bear. On top of this, this is equally a real health risk given the fact that we are actively managing a pandemic that is getting deadlier and deadlier having loss more citizens to death in the past three months than we did in all the prior months during this pandemic. The PDM as Government recognised and continues to recognise that there must be a strategic, well resourced, modern and sustainable approach to addressing illegal migration and encourage the PNP Government to not abandon the hard work and the plans left behind. On the PDM assuming office in December 2016, persons will recall the launch of Operation Guardian as early as a few months after gaining office which in its inaugural year by July 2017 saw 1,335 persons repatriated versus 419 in 2016. This sustained land-based operation was halted for

humanitarian reasons following the twin storms of 2017. The storms further highlighted that we could no longer rely so heavily on our radar system which was damaged following these storms and which provided limited coverage. The vision of the PDM Government to become more involved as a true partner with the governor and UK in the matter of internal and external security put into action and the plans under our 12 Point Law Enforcement Plan which saw the modernisation, strengthening and strategic pooling of our resources locally, regionally and internationally. This approach became even more urgent two years ago in March 2018 with an onslaught of sloops which forced us to call on the UK for a UK ship to provide border coverage which was favourably considered. This also saw the beginning of official talks with the Bahamas towards the first ever bilateral agreement: an MOU that will allow us the benefit of the Bahamian resources (The Bahamas Defence Force) in a strategic way outside of the OPBAT arrangement. With the rapid arrival of illegal sloops and the detention of over 600 migrants in a week, the PDM deem it important to remind the people of our ground breaking efforts and wish to encourage the PNP Government to not abandon

BY SEAN R ASTWOOD

Interim PDM party leader the hard work carried out over the past four years which will strengthen our defences. After several years of working towards a holistic threat assessment and the creation of a national security strategy, the PDM Government established a secretariat with its first ever Permanent Secretary of National Security. This Unit must help to provide a coordinated approach across government as the days of having law enforcement bodies working in silos should be discouraged and the smart and strategic use of our limited resources should be encouraged. Over the years, investment in the leading enforcement bodies has seen restructuring of the then Ministry of Border Control and Immigration Task Force to see the recruitment of a second

deputy permanent secretary dedicated solely to immigration and the recruitment of a task force manager. The police as one of the lead partners in stemming the flow of illegal migrants saw record investment in manpower, cars, boats, plane and drone in its role in national security. The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources also received new vessels while the radar staff was increased and equipment enhanced. While continued investment in the various lead bodies through equipment and manpower is a must, legislation must be introduced to enhance and support all efforts. However, of critical importance are the three major strands of work advanced before we demitted office and which have been reported on over the years. All works have taken considerable time with UK and TCI investment and dedication to move at pace. Persons will recall the visit of the UK Border Team and representatives from the Ministry of Defence who made strong recommendations several years ago. Persons will also recall the introduction of a change manager in our national budget two years ago to lead on the creation of a joint law enforcement body styled a border protection agency that will

see the smarter and more strategic use of our resources across law enforcement. As a follow up to these efforts more than two years ago, works have advanced for the establishment of TCI’s first Border Force Agency with a direct seconded staff member from the UK (at its own cost) and the establishment of the TCI’s Regiment, now in the process of recruiting more manpower to assist in the area of national security. The third and equally critical strand of work is the joint investment between TCIG’s Consolidated Funds and National Forfeiture Fund towards the purchase of additional radar satellite stations. These three strands of work should not be discontinued at any cost if we want to see any real change. We call on the PNP Government to allow these works to continue. And even as we seek to strengthen our borders, the work of Operation Guardian, a sustained land-based operation to detain and repatriate undocumented residents must be restored together with the use of the strengthened policies and laws made available to the Planning Department and AG’s Chambers (which manages the Crown Land Unit) to address informal settlements. We are confident that our many years of work will be a game changer and the continuation of our efforts will be best for TCI.

TCI joins fight against child abuse April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and the Department of Social Development is inviting the TCI public to join the fight against child abuse. Throughout the month, it is holding special events and shows of solidarity – such as a ‘Go blue’ day, outdoor and indoor displays including a pinwheel garden, and information booths. There will also be public service announcements on Radio Turks and Caicos and other social media platforms. This year’s Child Abuse Prevention Month is held under the theme, ‘Thriving children and families: Prevention and purpose’. Hon. Rachel Taylor, minister with responsibility for social development, said in the

family unit, a child’s welfare is paramount and symbiotically affects the welfare of the entire family and society at large. “The family is the first point of reference for every child and should be a safe haven full of love, peace, kindness, attention, learning, resources and opportunities to grow and thrive. “As a nation, we must do all within our powers to safeguard our children from all forms of abuse and neglect by being intentional in our daily actions and behaviours ensuring that it is in the best interest of the child and the family unit which they are apart.” While appropriate discipline is promoted, physical, verbal, emotional and sexual abuse is never warranted or acceptable, a

department press release on April 7 said. The department’s mission is to eliminate it by shining a light on it, reporting to the relevant authorities and seeking intervention for both the victim and the perpetrator. “This year we seek, not only to prevent child abuse, but to prevent with purpose,” the release said. “We seek to prevent child abuse by educating caregivers of alternative means of disciplining, loving and communicating with their children and bringing awareness to the matter of child abuse.” A press release from the Royal TCI Police Force on April 6 explained that child abuse is when an adult or another child

intentionally harms any child under 18 years. It can happen once, but can also take place over a period of time. It can be physical, sexual or emotional from someone in person or online. Child abuse and neglect affect children of every age, gender, race in society and significantly impact a child’s development, the release continued. The police Safeguarding and Public Protection Unit recognises the importance of working together with families and communities to support child abuse prevention. Anyone who suspects a child is suffering from abuse can call the Safeguarding and Child Protection Unit on 232-6696 or the Multi-Agency Safeguarding

Hub on 338-4013. March was Social Work Month, and the Department of Social Development hosted a series of activities such as ‘Pay it forward March’, ‘Purple Friday’ and ‘Pantry Love day’. There was also a special prerecorded show aired on Radio Turks and Caicos on March 29. This year’s theme was, ‘Social workers are essential’ and represented social workers, probation officers and psychiatric social workers, among others. “It takes passion, dedication, empathy and heart to place service and others before self to work a thankless and sobering job while risking their own health and wellbeing,” a department press release said on March 12.

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Project Inclusion hosts first virtual concert for special needs awareness BY DELANA ISLES Inclusivity matters, and this month as the world comes together to raise awareness for autism and other special needs, the call is for people in the TCI to remember that stigma hurts. To foster understanding of people with special needs, Turks and Caicos Uniform Collections and The Hope Foundation are coming together to host a charity event this weekend. Their hope is to bring awareness and raise much needed cash for the country’s special needs programme. It will be a night to shine, a virtual concert for a cause, held on Sunday, April 25, 7pm at The Shore Club. The event will be livestreamed on Facebook on the ‘T&C Uniform

Collections’ page, ‘The Hope Foundation’ page and a number of others. One of the main components of the fundraiser is to purchase a much needed, customised wheelchair for nine-year-old Stellia Gardiner. Other proceeds from the concert will be shared between the autism awareness organisation Hope Foundation and special needs school Ashley’s Learning Centre. The Weekly News spoke with one of the organisers, Orenica Handfield of Turks and Caicos Uniform Collections, a small business that makes school uniforms affordable, on Wednesday, April 21. “Our goal is to celebrate and help as many of our special needs children as possible. We’re really focusing on sparking change in

the culture of the Islands... and changing the way we do things.” She said a lot more work still needs to be done in terms of educating people and letting them know that words do hurt, and the old way of island people expressing themselves to and around people with special needs, needs a complete overhaul. Handfield has started a wider project with The Hope Foundation, called Project Inclusion – which will be hosting the event. Project Inclusion seeks to create awareness of children with special needs living in the Turks and Caicos Islands and their plight. “Our goal is to eliminate bias against children with disabilities by educating the community on why inclusion is so important and creating inclusive programmes,

thereby helping children with disabilities lead everyday lives,” she stated. She said a lot more is in the works for Project Inclusion. “Project Inclusion will host several events throughout the year to bring our supporters together to share their passion for our mission. “We will host events ranging from walk and run marathons, golf tournaments, galas, dinners, and more to raise funds to support our mission.” People can donate online at http://tcuniformcollections.online/ project-inclusion/. Meanwhile, the organiser noted one positive outcome of the Covid-19 pandemic is the ability to virtually come together. “So, T&C Uniform Collection and the Hope Foundation are using this virtual medium to provide a platform for a worthy cause.” Handfield said V6 band has graciously provided the music for this worthy event. Edric Smith of the V6 band chimed in this week, with some comments about Sunday’s concert: “We are honoured to give back and hope that others will be inspired to give generously.”

Local poet Cynclair Musgrove, District Commissioner for North and Middle Caicos, has also written a special tribute to celebrate the honourees. As with all worthy causes, sponsorship and support for the event is tremendous. Handfield said she is grateful to The Shore Club for providing a venue to host the virtual concert, Caicos Express for air transport from Grand Turk for the band boys, and Lindsay Gardiner at Caribbean Cruisin for transportation to and from North Caicos for the camera crew and organisers. Other sponsons are Kadra Handfield from Turquoise Car Rental for ground transportation on North Caicos, Franky Grant from Leyshan Sounds Ltd, Trina Smith from Island Marketing, Amanda Miller from One Island Media, Romello Williams of Romello Anaje, O’Brien Forbes and Almando Rigby (co-hosts), Nina Siegenthaler of Sotheby’s, Barbara Underwood of Blue Shield Security, Sherlock and Sandra Walkin of Walkin Mariner, Norman Saunders Senior, Beaches Resort and Spa for the swag bags for the honourees and COMO Parrot Cay.

Rules on marine life interaction must be observed, says DECR Hon. Otis Morris, minister responsible for public utilities, tours the FortisTCI electricity generation site (FortisTCI)

Public utilities minister tours power plant Improving regulations and increasing the uptake of solar power were central to discussions which followed a Government tour of the FortisTCI headquarters in Providenciales. According to a company press release on Friday, April 16, the introductory meeting saw Hon. Otis Morris, minister responsible for public utilities, visit the electricity generation site. He was joined by Permanent Secretary Althea Been and others from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Public Utilities and Transportation for the tour on April 8.

This visit was part of FortisTCI’s stakeholder engagement programme that encourages ongoing dialog and regular updates for critical stakeholders. Ruth Forbes, FortisTCI president and CEO, said: “Partnerships and maintaining a strong working relationship with the TCI Government, is critical to achieving the ultimate goal of transforming energy in the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Electricity is at the foundation of a strong economy, and we are focused on helping to strengthen the Turks and Caicos product

while meeting customer needs.” Senior vice president of operations Devon Cox led the tour. It included a safety briefing, a walk-through of the generation plant, a look at modernised assets and systems such as the Wärtsilä engine and control room, and an overview of the mechanical workshop. Following the tour, the minister and his team met with company executives to discuss ongoing capital investments, regulatory matters, sustainability projects, and resiliency of the TCI’s electricity systems.

Anyone who breaks laws on appropriate interaction with marine life - particularly whales and dolphins - could face a $50,000 fine, up to a year in prison or both. The Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) issued this warning after receiving reports of watersports operators allowing guests to interact inappropriately with sealife. The Fisheries Protection Ordinance 10.08, and its Regulations, National Parks Ordinance 10.01, and its regulations, govern all waters and national parks in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The ordinance states that it is illegal to engage in the practice of throwing any food into the water for the purposes of feeding or attracting or harvesting any species of marine life. Fishing for, molesting or otherwise interfering with any marine mammal is also against the

law. For the safety of the wildlife as well as guests, the promotion of inappropriate activities must be amended to align with the legal requirements, a press release from the DECR said. It went on to suggest that the following etiquette be communicated to all crew and guests, to ensure a safe and respectful encounter: -Just FLOAT! When you are near marine mammals the best is to just float. They will come near you if they want to. Show respect by just floating. -Do not splash with your arms or legs excessively. -Do not try to touch them, under any circumstances. Dolphins, in particular, are very loving and affectionate with each other but that doesn’t mean they want to be touched by a human, any human. CONTINUED 

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There is ‘quiet’ and then there is Salt Cay quiet. In Salt Cay you can easily spend days when you will not meet a single person (Titus de Boer)

Salt Cay, a place where ‘splendid isolation’ reigns supreme (Titus de Boer)

We few, we happy few Reflections on Salt Cay’s splendid isolation It was a little bit like getting off a sugar rush, or the day after a really wild (or perhaps not so wild?) party. One morning, when all the staycationers from Provo, the last foreign whale watchers and divers, the ‘vaccination tourists’ and winter residents had all finally left, Salt Cay was once again - quiet. Quiet, dry and increasingly so...hot. Now I know what you’re thinking, “Isn’t Salt Cay always quiet?” Absolutely correct thinking. However, there is ‘quiet’ and then there is Salt Cay quiet. Whereas, on an island like Provo there will always be, even on traditionally quiet Sundays, some buzz of human activity in the background, in Salt Cay you can easily spend days when you will not meet a single person, see a vehicle of any description or otherwise be reminded that you live in the 21st century. The only sounds are the wind, the waves crashing in the distance and the occasional mating call of a donkey. That’s it. Every once in a while, a game of dominoes in the fish shack, a religious service or a four lettered argument will liven things up momentarily, but soon enough Salt Cay returns to its state of contented placidity.

BY TITUS DE BOER

Titus de Boer was born in Hamburg and spent his formative years in the West Indies. After a formal education in Germany and subsequent training as a journalist, he moved to the TCI in 1989. Titus’ Salt Cay stories and photographs can be found on www.saltcaynote.com

For anyone seeking a break from the serenity of the charmed isle, there is always the excitement of the ‘ferry day’, scheduled for Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, when Saltans get a chance to visit the nation’s capital to partake in the joys of standing in bank queues, shopping for essentials and interacting with the civil servants. Bills are paid, food items sourced, licences and permits renewed, but mostly it’s a race against time to get back to that

ferry, which, depending on whether it’s a ‘short boat’ or a ‘long boat’, heads back to Salt Cay after a stay of three to four hours. Say what you will about the mad dash around Grand Turk, it does break up the Salt Cay routine and provides full-time residents with a welcome weekly distraction. And it doesn’t end there. The ferry returning from Grand Turk, while unloading in Deane’s Dock, provides both returnees and spectators on land with some much-needed entertainment. From the rare occasion of a shopping bag accidentally ending up in the water to the exchange of gossip, or the airing of grievances; for just under an hour the aforementioned Salt Cay ‘quiet’ gives way to the Salt Cay spectacle. “You don’t have to lecture me,” one North American winter resident snipes at another, after her compatriot reminds her to wear a mask in public places. Meanwhile Mrs L politely insists on inspecting my shopping bag, “I think you mistakenly took my bag,’’ she suggests. I hadn’t! From a distance I hear the voice of yet another expat, red in the face, expressing his displeasure with the ongoing, suboptimal airlift to and from Salt Cay and declaring how he’d just given our governor an earful over it, on the telephone. The Salt Cay spectacle

appears to be in full swing on this day, with all the actors playing their parts; some more dignified than others. Eventually, as the last, loaded cart heads south, the final bits of building material are carried away, stillness returns and the hustle and bustle again gives way to that ‘quiet’. That Salt Cay ‘quiet’. It’s a Friday and I too head home. A quick look at the day’s other news from around the world puts things into perspective. Viewing reveals a shocking massacre in northern Mozambique, Brazil’s ongoing Covid-19 crisis spiralling out of control, St Vincent covered in thick, volcanic ash, and makes Salt Cay’s struggles pale in comparison. So yes, while, for example, it is high time for Salt Cay’s so-called ‘air service’ to be sorted once and for all, a ‘service’ that regularly cancels flights ad hoc, irrespective of whether the flight is pre-booked for visiting doctors bringing vaccines, for tourists or, urgently, for critically ill residents, we at least know that through our concerted efforts, somehow we will sort it. That’s the Salt Cay way: get on with it, sort it. And sort it we will. In the meantime, the weekend is upon us and with it, another opportunity to reflect on how truly blessed we are to call this place home.

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Sandals Foundation donates handwashing and sanitising stations to schools

Clement Howell High School student Matthew McCoy at the handwashing station (Sandals)

Students at Ianthe Pratt Primary School and Clement Howell High School will benefit from new handwashing and sanitising stations thanks to the Sandals Foundation. The philanthropic organisation donated $12,000 to create the hygiene installations, which were fitted with the help of the Ministry of Works. In a press release on Tuesday, April 20, executive director Heidi Clarke said the foundation was delighted to see the return of students to the physical classrooms earlier this month. “…but we are also very cognisant that there will be need

for enhanced sanitation facilities to help ease the anxieties that may come along with that,” she added. “These newly added resources, we hope, will help bring a sense of comfort to the minds of parents as they will be assured their children are able to access the necessary facilities to practice proper hygiene.” Ianthe Pratt Primary School was given three pedal and three knee operated handwashing stations, 10 sanitisers and six soap dispensers. Neekimo King, Ianthe Pratt Primary School principal, said the contribution has helped to create a feeling of comfort around the school compound. “The installations of these sanitisation fixtures makes it more convenient for our staff and students to practice good hygiene which is essential in the fight against Covid-19.” At Clement Howell High School, students will now have access to five pedal operated handwashing stations, five soap dispensers and 35 sanitisers. Kadean Cunningham, principal at the Clement Howell High School, said the new sanitation

infrastructure will help to enhance the Covid-19 protocols on the school compound. “The staff and students now have the option of washing hands in different areas on the compound and sanitising throughout the day, as all rooms now have sanitising machines.” The Sandals Foundation also provided 91 children with fully stacked backpacks on April 10 at the Lower Bight Basketball Courts in Providenciales. James McAnally, general manager at Beaches Turks and Caicos, said the company hoped to relieve parents of some of the costs associated with the start of a new school term. “This has been a tough year for families right across the world and for us, as a Caribbean company, we knew there would be areas of need that we could support. “It is our duty to do what we can to mobilise our resources as we all navigate these unique times.” In March, the Sandals Foundation celebrated 12 years of service, investing in the region’s communities, education and the environment.

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Pupils at Thelma Lightbourne Primary School with their new sports equipment (TCI Sports Commission)

Sports Commission donates to primary school TCI Sports Commission has donated cricket, football, tennis and basketball equipment to Thelma Lightbourne Primary School in Long Bay, Providenciales. On Friday, April 16, commission CEO Jarret Forbes and other staff members visited the school to make the delivery to the principal, teachers and students. Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Culture, Library and Social Services, also attended the hand over, according to a press release on Tuesday, April 20.

She pledged to further develop the school’s grounds to enable the students to make the best use of the new materials. “We know the importance of sports. It definitely ensures that our children are physically fit, and it boosts teamwork which is very important in schooling,” the minister said. Principal Darlene Lightbourne ensured the commission and the education minister that every piece of sports equipment will be used to enhance the students’ physical education.

“The gifts you have presented to us today is an indication that we have your support, and you are dedicated and devoted to the mandate of preparing children both academically and physically.” TCI Sports Commission governs all sporting activities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. It is responsible for the coordination of the work and programmes of the various sporting bodies on each island and for the supervision of the competitive sporting activities in schools.

No matter how much love you have for them, it is disrespectful to touch them. -Do not freedive into their space: this is for your safety and theirs. -Do not dive down towards a resting group of marine mammals. If you dive down towards them and they haven’t noticed you, while resting, they will wake up and get startled. They need to sleep to function right, please don’t dive down towards them. -Do not to feed them. Apart from being illegal (Fisheries Protection Ordinance Reg 9(1) (g), this is very dangerous. -Do not begin interaction or play games with dolphins. Wild dolphins like to play games with each other. Dolphins do not initiate this game with a human, it is the humans who start the interaction. Let’s be observers and be content with it. -Stay away from pregnant female marine mammals. If there are any pregnant females,

there will also be a courageous alpha protector/escort watching nearby and they can get aggressive if they think that there is any threat to those pregnant moms. -If a marine mammal charges at you (just like bull would) get out of the water immediately. You have done something that has made the individual aggressive. -Do not litter. This means that if you dropped anything (hair tie, snorkel, fins, etc) you must retrieve it from the bottom and if you can’t reach the bottom you must find someone that can. Protecting their habitat is also protecting the marine life. -If you ever see anyone doing anything that could hurt marine mammals, speak up and educate the offenders. Take the time to explain to them in a nice way, and why they should change their behaviour. Further information is available from the DECR at environment@gov.tc

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Garvin Thomas is the new Director of the Public Works Department (TCI Government)

New public works director ‘honoured, humbled’ to take on the role South Caicos born Garvin Thomas has been appointed to the post of Director of the TCI Government’s Public Works Department. On accepting the position, he said he looks forward to “advancing the department to meet not only regional, but also international standards and best practices in the near future”. Thomas holds a Bachelor of Design degree in Architecture as well as a number of other certifications. He joined the TCI civil service in 2001 following his service as an apprentice architect at Simon and Wood Associates for four years. He held the post of assistant architect and project coordinator before being promoted to the assistant director of the Public Works Department in 2014 and deputy director in 2018. In a press release on April 20, Thomas said: “I would like to first and foremost give thanks to the almighty God for sparing my life and allowing me to see this day of which I am very proud of.” He offered a special thanks to his parents who, he said, instilled in him great moral values and respect towards others in authority. “I am honoured, humbled and thankful for the opportunity to continue to serve the Government and people of this great nation, the TCI…” Thomas said. “I am grateful for my team who have and continue to support me beyond my expectations during my tenure and my plan is to continue to advocate for the much-needed manpower and resources to

enable the department to function efficiently.” He revealed that his main goal and objective is to be the first to establish an ordinance for the Public Works Department to regulate its functions and responsibilities. This would relate to the construction and maintenance of roads, government buildings and to regulate utility companies in terms of the usage of other infrastructure. “I look forward to working in this capacity and am grateful for the confidence placed in me. I thank you,” he concluded. Deputy Governor Anya Williams congratulated Thomas on his appointment. “Having had the opportunity to work directly with Garvin over the years on a number of projects and also hurricane preparedness and response, I can attest that he is an ardent and committed worker; someone you can always call on whenever there is a challenge.” She said he is forward thinking and is always thinking of ways that he can work to improve the output of himself, his department and team. “The Public Works Department plays a critical role in both creating and maintaining infrastructure across the TCI to support the sustainable growth and development of the TCI economy,” Williams continued. “It is therefore important that this department is properly funded, resourced and is led by a manager and team that is able to meet the needs of our ever-changing environment.”

By far the most popular location for Instagram shots at The Shore Club Turks and Caicos is on the hotel’s Colonnade Pool Swings

Shore Club is world’s most ‘Instagrammable’ hotel After six rounds of voting, the readers of Luxury Travel Advisor have determined ‘The Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World for 2021’ is The Shore Club Turks and Caicos. The resort, which represented The Americas/Asia and Indian Ocean, beat Laqua Charme and Boutique, which represented the Europe/Africa, Middle East and Oceania, for the top spot. The final tally was 12,357 to 10,401 – or 54.30 percent of the

votes for The Shore Club. Earlier this month, on its Instagram page @theshoreclubtc, the resort posted to its 22,000 followers: “Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who voted for us. “Now it’s time to grab your phones and head to The Shore Club so you can post #mostinstagrammable” Honourable mentions include Alma Resort, which was the champion of the Asia and Indian Ocean bracket, and Aga Reef

Resort, which won the Africa, Middle East and Oceania bracket. Both were knocked out in the semi-finals. There were originally 64 hotels in the competition. A press release from Luxury Travel Advisor said: “Congratulations to The Shore Club and thank you to all of the hotels that participated, along with everyone who took the time to vote! “We hope you enjoyed the ride. Now, let’s get travelling again.”

TCI celebrates World Earth Day

A special event was held for World Earth Day at Graceway IGA, Leeward Highway, on Thursday, April 22, under the theme ‘Together, we can restore our Earth’. Minister of Agriculture Hon. Josephine Connolly joined the Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR), Graceway Communities and local farmers to celebrate the day. Free expert advice was provided to customers, who got to meet and support local farmers and enjoy giveaways of free seedlings to help with the start of local farming.

There were also presentations, trivia, games, education and more for both children and adults, and a raffle with all proceeds going to the Turks and Caicos Reef Fund. Speaking before the event, Minister of Agriculture Hon. Josephine Connolly said: “I am pleased with this initiative and encourage persons to engage in backyard farming which is a step towards building our local food economy and certainly is a more sustainable way of living. “The impact on the environment is a positive one and the overall mental health benefits are exponential.

“I look forward to seeing backyard gardens across the Islands as we seek to ‘Grow TCI’ and restore the Earth.” The event is part of the Department of Agriculture’s public-private partnership programme with Graceway Communities and the DECR to raise awareness on the importance of growing food to the environment. World Earth Day is celebrated across the globe on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection and includes a wide range of events coordinated globally.

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Tracks of the 14 hurricanes in the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season, color coded by intensity, as well as the other 16 storms which never became hurricanes, shown as grayed out tracks.

2020 Atlantic Hurricane Season had 14 hurricanes after an upgrade of Gamma, NHC says

Screenshot of Lanmò San Jou, leader of the 400 Mawozo gang, and other members of the gang behind him.

Gang leader holding French worshippers says France owes Haiti money THE leader of 400 Mawozo, a gang that kidnapped 10 Catholic worshippers last week, said in a radio interview that two French citizens in the group are “important” because France owes Haiti money. “The French people are important to us,” said Wilson Joseph better known as Lanmò San Jou (Death Without Days). “They’re the ones who got the country to where it’s at now. They owe Haiti a lot of money.” The gang released one of the people kidnapped, the mother of a priest, on Thursday after receiving USD $50,000, according to local reports. Five priests, two nuns and two

members of a priest’s family are still being held captive. Wilson said he will stop feeding them. Joseph Lambert, the president of the Senate, implored President Jovenel Moïse to change the political staff during a meeting on Monday. Lambert did not specify which members or positions in Moïse’s administration he wanted changed. “I pleaded the urgent need to renew the political staff, I confirmed my position in favor of a constitutional reform and I support the referendum scheduled for June 27,” Lambert posted on Twitter. Moïse also said on Twitter that the political instability in Haiti will

never end without dialogue. René Sylvestre, the president of the Court of Cassation, was also at the meeting. Source Anti-government demonstrators have scheduled another march around the National Palace for Wednesday. Political organisations opposing Jovenel Moïse’s administration made the announcement at a press conference Monday. Protesters began marches around the National Palace, circling seven times, earlier this month to call on spirits of the Haitian ancestors to help them overthrow Moïse. (Haitian Times)

THE 2020 Atlantic hurricane season produced 14 hurricanes, one more than previously thought, according to a recent post-season analysis. In a final report released Saturday, the National Hurricane Center found Gamma - the season’s 24th named storm - briefly strengthened to a hurricane before it made landfall on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula on Oct. 3, 2020. Gamma’s upgrade to a hurricane bumped the 2020 season total up to 14 hurricanes, one shy of the alltime record for any single Atlantic hurricane season of 15 hurricanes in 2005. The 2020 season’s 30 total storms smashed the previous record of 28 storms also from 2005. NHC forecasters occasionally adjust the intensity of a tropical storm or hurricane after the season is over and they’re able to closely

examine all data. In Gamma’s case, this upgrade to a hurricane was based on the appearance of an eye in satellite images and pressure data from a surface weather sensor suggesting Gamma was rapidly intensifying until landfall. Regardless of its wind intensity, up to 15 inches of rain from Gamma triggered deadly flash flooding and landslides in Mexico’s Chiapas and Tabasco states, according to the NHC report. 2020’s hurricane tally was double the season average of seven hurricanes. Six of those 14 hurricanes - Hanna, Isaias, Laura, Sally, Delta and Zeta made landfall in the mainland U.S. Five other tropical storms also moved ashore in the U.S., which lead to a record 11 U.S. landfalling tropical storms or hurricanes in one season.

Caribbean teachers union objects to CXC’s exams plans CARIBBEAN teachers objected to the Carib-bean Examinations Council (CXC) decision to conduct the CSEC and CAPE examinations as “a full-blown exercise” this year. The Caribbean Union of Teachers (CUT), the umbrella organisation for teachers’ unions around the region, said CXC should “rationalise” the examinations to reflect the current educational environment, which has been undermined by the COVID-19 pandemic and volcanic activity in St Vincent. The CUT also requested a meeting with the Council for Human and Social Development (COHSOD) and CXC, as well as education minister s from around the Caribbean to discuss what is in the best interest of all concerned, primarily the students. “The CUT is of the view that the COHSOD and CXC made some decisions that are likely to impact students and the region negatively,”

The CUT balked at what is described as CXC’s “business-as-usual manner” and considered the exam body’s decision “unfair”.

a media release said. “Having consulted with educators and other stakeholders in the region on Thursday, April 8 that got the overwhelming support of stakeholders of all CARICOM states, our organisation is convinced that the approach by CXC to handling the

examination challenges posed by the (COVID-19) pandemic has created some uneasiness and a high level of anxiety among stakeholders of the education sector.” The CUT balked at what is described as CXC’s “business-asusual manner” and considered the

exam body’s decision “unfair”. “It is inconceivable that CXC would want to conduct the 2021 examinations as a full-blown exercise in a period of tremendous challenges to Caribbean societies, families, education systems and individual students,” the CUT media release said. “It becomes even more for students in countries such as St Lucia, Barbados and Grenada (that) are currently affected by the volcanic activity underway in St Vincent. Would it be feasible and just to have examinations within such a context? It, therefore, renders the entire process unfair for the students of the region.” The CUT termed CXC’s offer to students of a deferral for one year “inadequate” and will bring more anguish to affected students. “…It encourages unfairness and injustice,” the CUT media release said. “The idea of a deferral of this

year’s examination by students who have already suffered will only further aggravate the suffering of these students. “The effect of that policy is to force students into a situation of deferring their educational development and putting their lives on hold. These fears are further exacerbated when issues of how these students accepting deferrals will be assisted have not been addressed.” The CUT said CXC needed to consider how best to effectively secure the interests of the students. “The CUT firmly believes that a narrowing of the syllabus and informing teachers and students of the topics for the examinations in a timelier manner would better address the challenges that students have faced and provide a more realistic chance of fairly assessing their ability/performance,” the media release said.

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Regional News New premier Panton vows to build a fairer Cayman WAYNE Panton was officially confirmed as the new premier of the Cayman Islands on Wednesday afternoon, vowing to unite the country and build a fairer Cayman. The independent MP for Newlands was the only person nominated for the role as the 19 new Members of Parliament met for the first time since last week’s general election. Dressed in a black suit and purple tie, Panton gave a brief smile of satisfaction as he accepted the instruments of office from Governor Martyn Roper, bringing to an end a tumultuous week in Cayman’s political history. There were cheers in the gallery and from the crowd watching on large screens under tented canopies outside Parliament as the new premier was confirmed. Panton will lead a team of independent representatives, dubbed PACT, with Bodden Town West MP Chris Saunders as his deputy. The new cabinet will include Panton and Saunders alongside Sabrina Turner, Andre Ebanks, Kenneth Bryan, Johany Ebanks, Bernie Bush, and Juliana O’ConnorConnolly, who switched sides at the last minute to take a ministerial post. The portfolios for each Cabinet member has yet to be announced. Speaking outside Parliament after his election, Panton said it was an “awesome” privilege to lead Cayman. He said the “love, encouragement,

Premier Wayne Panton addresses the crowd in front of the Parliament building after being sworn in. (Photo: Taneos Ramsay)

words of support and unwavering belief” of the people had helped him through “one of the longest weeks of my life”. “The Caymanian people have spoken loudly and clearly. We are charged with being their voice, their advocates and their representatives.” Panton added that all 19 MPs now have a constitutional and moral responsibility to help ensure the will of the voters is reflected in the policies of the next government. He had some words of conciliation for former premier Alden McLaughlin after a fractious week of negotiations, thanking him for his service and for the “miracle of life without masks” that Cayman still enjoys amid the global COVID-19

pandemic. He said the country would “forever be thankful” for his leadership and vowed not to reopen the islands’ borders until it was safe to do so. After a week of tense negotiations, during which the Progressives and Panton’s team both struggled to firm up their coalitions, the transition on the day was relatively smooth. Despite the uncertainty of the last seven days, Panton said democracy had worked as it should, and he called for calm and unity. “The campaign … is over,” he said, “and the songs, memes, posts, photos, dances and rants that have filled up our social media space during the campaign and shortly

thereafter must now cease. We must always ensure that our behaviour reflects dignity and respect, even for those we may disagree with and this contributes positively to our national discourse.” There was a jubilant atmosphere among the supporters of the independent coalition and the friends and families as the new cabinet was officially sworn in by Roper outside of Parliament. Panton, speaking just after 6:30pm, said, “Today, this moment, this time, belongs to all of us who believe their government should be, can be and must be peopledriven accountable, competent and transparent.” The last five words of that statement are the basis for the PACT acronym his group has assumed. PANTON SEEKS A ‘FAIRER’ CAYMAN “The independent candidates won the largest share of the vote,” he added. Despite some policy differences within the group, he said they had focussed on what united them and would collectively seek to tackle income inequality and create a fairer Cayman. He said they would seek to “uplift and better the lives of every Caymanian and those who call the Cayman Islands home”. Highlighting inequality, environmental concerns and rising cost of living among key issues,

he said his group would fight for equality for all. As the light faded outside Parliament, Panton vowed to introduce sustainable policies to protect the environment. He spoke out against divisions based on race or nationality, saying, “We are one Cayman and must continue to build on that going forward.” TENSE WEEK The former environment minister was able to deliver his victory speech after a difficult week of talks to secure an independent-led coalition. The final pieces fell into place on the morning of the ceremony. McKeeva Bush confirmed Monday he had agreed to become speaker and assist Panton in forming a government. But it was not until early Wednesday, when O’ConnorConnolly and Isaac Rankine’s switches were confirmed that he was able to shore up a majority. After the ceremonies, there were 11 members on the government benches and seven, led by Roy McTaggart, the new leader of the opposition, on the other side. Bush was re-elected as speaker after a tense secret ballot, which went 12-7 in his favour. Katherine Ebanks-Wilks was voted in as his deputy. The Progressives had put Barbara Conolly forward as an alternative for both roles. (Cayman Compass)

DR among 25 countries with capacity to eliminate malaria by 2025 TWENTY-FIVE countries, including Guatemala, Panama, Honduras, and the Dominican Republic, can eliminate malaria in five years, revealed today the World Health Organization (WHO), which announced that another eleven were definitively free of this disease in 2020. These announcements coincide with the upcoming commemoration of International Malaria Day on April 25. This year revolves around an initiative through which the WHO wants to increase its support for the countries most affected by this infectious disease. Malaria causes 200 million cases and 400,000 deaths each year globally, 90% of them in SubSaharan Africa. “Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, because they have substantial populations, account for almost 50% of the global presence of the disease,” said the director of the WHO Global Malaria Program, Pedro Alonso. Almost half of the countries with malaria have fewer than 100,000

cases, which means that they are very close to the total elimination of the disease, he explained. El Salvador was able to become in February 2021 the first Central American nation certified by WHO as malaria-free after half a century of making efforts to achieve it. The WHO also reported that in the Greater Mekong subregion in Asia, six countries or regions (Cambodia, China’s Yunnan province, Burma, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam) managed to reduce malaria cases by 97% between 2000 and 2021 and deaths 99%. ELIMINATION OF MALARIA DURING THE PANDEMIC Many countries facing malaria adapted the way they care for the sick due to restrictions related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Thanks to these efforts, the worst-case scenario feared by the WHO was avoided. “The World Health Organization estimated that the number of malaria cases in 2020 could double, which would have returned to the levels of

Malaria causes 200 million cases and 400,000 deaths each year globally, 90% of them in Sub-Saharan Africa.

twenty years ago,” said the co-chair of an international alliance to end malaria, Melanie Renshaw. A third of countries reported disruptions in prevention, treatment, and diagnostic services in the first quarter of 2021. In several countries, there were delays in the distribution of mosquito nets and insecticide spraying campaigns. Many infected people could not

or were afraid to go to hospitals to be diagnosed and treated. Hence, the WHO asked the population of places affected by malaria to “overcome fear” and receive the care they need, within the framework of respect covid-19 protocols. VACCINATION AGAINST MALARIA Even though the world has been

searching for a vaccine against malaria for a century, only one works to reduce the disease, especially in the youngest children, who are the most vulnerable group against this disease. “The malaria vaccine is infinitely more complex than the COVID vaccine, but it is also a question of financing and political will,” said Alonso. Most malaria deaths in Africa are in children under the age of five, about 260,000 a year. The agency said more than 1.7 million doses of the world’s first malaria vaccine had been administered to 650,000 children in Ghana, Kenya, and Malawi in the past two years. According to the WHO, the number of children cared for in that relatively short period indicates a strong community demand for the vaccine. In 2020, the financing received for that purpose was about 5,500 million, 2,000 million below what is needed to achieve the objectives set, Alonso said. (Dominica Today)

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Regional News ‘Reckless’ posts on massacre of six in the Bahamas NATIONAL Security Minister Marvin Dames says he’s disturbed by social media reports naming police officers as responsible for the murders of six men last week and cautioned the public against spreading unsubstantiated claims. While Police Commissioner Paul Rolle has repeatedly said there is no evidence to suggest officers were involved in any way in the murders, photographs of five men believed to be officers along with voice notes blaming them for the incident have been making the rounds on social media. Speaking to reporters this week, Mr Dames appealed to the public to be responsible as they use social media. He said the officers and their families should be taken into account. “I had an opportunity to meet with him (the Commissioner) yesterday (Monday) and I am encouraged by the signs that I’m seeing with respect to their investigations and how they’re proceeding with the matter,” Mr Dames said outside Cabinet yesterday. “… Persons are just trying to investigate this matter by social media. I just want to warn members

National Security Minister Marvin Dames.

of the public that we must be careful as we go about the business of using social media and what we put on it and ensure that whatever is being put on social media is being put there responsibly. “There has been some information circulated with respect to who may or may not have been responsible for the incident and names are being called with absolutely no factual information related to the matter. “I just want to warn members of the public to be responsible.

Now I know that there are certain individuals out there who are acting on behalf of others and it could cause problems.” He continued: “You don’t want to call persons’ names when they are not connected with the matter because it is very difficult to bring that back and I am very concerned about that. Sometimes it is persons who deem themselves upstanding citizens of this country. “…When you are making reckless statements and allegations regarding

individuals and police officers especially.” Last Thursday afternoon, Renardo Bastian, also known as “Crack Teeth”, Travis Cooper, Maurice Pinder, Kendal Lord, Delano Smith, and Dequant Brown were killed after the car they were in was riddled with bullets at the Jerome Avenue and Chesapeake Road intersection. They were approached by four gunmen who were said to be dressed all in black and armed with high powered weapons and handguns. The killing came shortly after the men had been released from police custody for firearm possession. A woman and two-year-old girl were also critically injured in the gun attack, but are said, although critical, to be in stable condition. Police suspect it was a gang related attack. “…Let’s leave the investigations up to police and let the police determine the outcome,” Mr Dames also said. “If there are persons out there with information then they should forward that information to the police. “Last week the Commissioner would have announced the opening up of an office at the Central Detective Unit for taking information from

members of the public, but there are some individuals out there who seem to revel in chaos and there are others out there who use surrogates to put out false and erroneous information against others and this case involving where people are calling police officers names, it’s particularly disturbing to me especially when there are no facts to suggest. “We need to take into account those officers and their families. I am proud of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the work that they continue to do to keep us all safe. “At the end of the day I am cognizant that from time to time there are some officers who go astray, but the vast majority of these officers in these agencies are upstanding citizens and we need to respect that and not be careless and reckless just in the name of advancing a cause or out there to cause problems. “It bothers me.” In a statement to The Tribune on Sunday, Commissioner Rolle said police were concerned about the “level of misinformation being perpetrated by persons making unsubstantiated assertions” regarding the case. (Tribune242)

Bahamas: PLP ‘to limit in-person’ campaigns over COVID PROGRESSIVE Liberal Party Leader Phillip “Brave” Davis has said his party will be limiting in-person campaigning and implementing several new safety protocols, due to a worrisome uptick in COVID-19 cases in the country. The opposition leader also revealed the party had planned to have a meeting this week to ratify additional candidates but decided against it due to the rise in cases. In a statement released this week, Mr Davis said he is concerned about the climbing COVID numbers and again criticised the government for having no plan to safeguard the country against this third wave of new infections. His comments came after health officials recorded 40 new cases in the country, pushing the nation’s overall total to 9,736. Of this figure, 441 cases are active. Meanwhile, 45 people are said to be in hospital. Mr Davis said: “Neither the minister

of health nor the competent authority has communicated specific initiatives to the Bahamian public for mitigating the impact of this third wave. This continues to be a government that reacts instead of planning ahead. “The PLP is not going to wait for their guidance in order to act. We are therefore announcing a pullback on in-person campaigning and implementing the following: canvassing will take place in groups no larger than five. Canvassers should not enter homes, but stay outside at a distance of several feet, with masks on at all times. PLP candidates are already undergoing weekly COVID testing as part of our internal protocols designed to reduce COVID risks. This will continue.” His comments were also echoed by PLP COVID taskforce co-chair, Dr Michael Darville, who said the party wanted to lead by example and act responsibly as the country battles its third COVID wave.

A PLP curbside breakfast at PLP HQ earlier this month.

He also called on the government to be proactive and not reactive in its COVID response. “We are very concerned about the apparent rise in positive COVID-19 cases in the country, specifically in New Providence and Grand Bahama,” he told The Tribune. “We believe the government must move swiftly to address what appears to be community spread, first by increasing PCR testing and preparing the public healthcare system for possible increase in admissions of symptomatic COVID-19 patients. The clock is ticking and we must be proactive and not reactive.” During a Ministry of Health press

conference earlier this month, Chief Medical Officer Dr Pearl McMillan said political gatherings should not be happening during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, despite Dr McMillan’s suggestions, some parties have still been seen campaigning and hosting walkabouts in certain communities. Most recently, Dr Minnis and party members canvassed the South Beach community on Saturday. “Last week, I called on the Prime Minister to show that his actions could match his rhetoric about the importance of keeping Bahamians safe. He talks the talk, but does not walk the walk,” Mr

Davis also said. “He has increased FNM campaign activities even while asking Bahamians to restrict their own gatherings. His failure to communicate the date for the elections is further evidence of his disregard for Bahamians (as well as representing one of many broken promises); removing uncertainty about the date could allow all political parties to create campaign plans that reduce risk to Bahamians. “The PLP Covid Task Force will continue to follow scientific updates and advise our campaign. In the meantime, we are planning a number of virtual events to share our economic plan with the Bahamian people.”

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George Floyd murder: Minneapolis police to face US federal probe A US federal investigation has been launched into policing practices in the city of Minneapolis, a day after one of its former officers was convicted of the murder of George Floyd. The justice department will look at whether there has been a pattern “of unconstitutional or unlawful policing”, Attorney General Merrick Garland said. It follows national outrage over the killing of Mr Floyd by Derek Chauvin. The former officer was convicted of all charges against him on Tuesday. Chauvin was filmed kneeling on Mr Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes during an arrest in May 2020. Mr Floyd, an unarmed African American, was pronounced dead an hour later. His death sparked protests across the US and worldwide, and calls for police reform. Tuesday’s verdict has been widely welcomed in a country where police are rarely convicted - if they are charged at all - over deaths in custody. But Mr Garland told reporters the verdict would not “address potentially systemic policing issues in Minneapolis”. WHAT WILL THE

The conviction has been hailed as a watershed moment, and welcomed by thousands who took to the streets.

INVESTIGATION LOOK AT? The attorney general said the investigation would “include a comprehensive review of the Minneapolis Police Department’s policies, training, supervision and use-of-force investigations.” It will also examine “whether its treatment of those with behavioural health disabilities is unlawful”, while looking at the “effectiveness of current systems of accountability and whether other mechanisms are needed to ensure constitutional and lawful policing”. Mr Garland said both the community and law enforcement

would have to take part if the investigation were to be a success, and he had already started reaching out to both. If unlawful patterns or practices were found, he promised to issue a public report and bring a civil lawsuit. WHAT HAPPENS NEXT IN THE FLOYD CASE? Chauvin will face sentencing in about eight weeks for his conviction. He was found guilty of three counts carrying a combined total of 75 years in prison but Minnesota guidelines recommend sentences

be served concurrently, meaning Chauvin would face a maximum of 40 years in prison for the most serious charge, of second-degree murder. However, sentencing guidelines also recommend less time for offenders like Chauvin with no previous convictions. He is being held in solitary confinement at a maximum-security prison near St Paul, Minnesota. A spokeswoman for the facility told the BBC’s US partner CBS News that Chauvin was being kept in isolation for his own safety. He is locked up 23 hours a day in a small cell that contains a bed, a combination toilet and sink, and a tiny shower, according to the New York Times. Guards are expected to look in on prisoners every 30 minutes in the cells, which are also monitored by cameras. Three other Minneapolis police officers who were involved in Floyd’s arrest - Tou Thao, J Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane - will face trial together in August on charges of aiding and abetting murder and manslaughter. HOW HAVE PEOPLE REACTED? The conviction has been hailed as a watershed moment, and welcomed

by thousands who took to the streets. “Being able to know there is justice for African American people, just people of colour, period, in this world,” Philonise Floyd, Mr Floyd’s brother, said. “This is monumental. This is historic. This is a pivotal moment in history.” But many point to the fact that this is just one case. The fatal shooting of Duante Wright - another unarmed African American man - during a traffic stop on 11 April has once again highlighted the fact that black people are more likely to be shot dead by police in the US than people of other races. The video of Mr Floyd’s killing last May prompted outrage around the world, setting off days of demonstrations which spread across the entire US, with reformation of police departments at the heart of protesters’ demands. Former President Donald Trump positioned himself as a defender of police, though he also signed an executive order asking law enforcement departments to improve officers’ training and create a database to track misconduct. His successor Joe Biden has struck a different tone, welcoming the conviction of Chauvin on Tuesday, saying it “can be a giant step forward in the march toward justice in America”. (BBC)

Johnny Mercer: Sacked minister attacks ‘distrustful’ government A FORMER veterans minister has hit out at the government as “the most distrustful, awful environment I’ve ever worked in”. Tory MP Johnny Mercer told Times Radio “almost nobody tells the truth,” and election pledges had not been delivered. It follows his departure over legal protections for British troops who fought during the conflict in Northern Ireland known as the Troubles. No 10 has pledged action on the issue. Speaking to BBC Newsnight in an interview that will air later on Wednesday, Mr Mercer said Boris Johnson had failed to deliver on promises to protect ex-soldiers who served in Northern Ireland from prosecution. He told the programme he had been “sacked by text” after offering to resign at the end of Wednesday, but refusing to go earlier. On Tuesday, a No 10 spokesperson said the PM had “accepted” Mr Mercer’s resignation. Leo Docherty, who replaced Mr Mercer on Wednesday, promised

Tory MP Johnny Mercer told Times Radio “almost nobody tells the truth,” and election pledges had not been delivered.

legislation to offer “protection” to ex-soldiers who served during the Troubles. They have been excluded from a bill making its way through Parliament which aims to prevent unfounded prosecutions over conflicts overseas. The Overseas Operations Bill,

which MPs debated on Wednesday, will only cover conflicts abroad such as the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mr Mercer told BBC Newsnight legislation for troops who fought in Northern Ireland had been promised repeatedly but “has never appeared”. “The government’s been promising for a long time this bill.

If I thought there was any prospect of that bill coming, I clearly would have stayed,” he added. The Plymouth Moor View MP said he had asked officials before his departure whether a “single word had been committed to paper” and had been told “no”. Speaking to Times Radio, he said

“nothing has been done” over the issue of Northern Ireland veterans, despite previous Conservative commitments. “Politics is a question of integrity, this whole trust thing,” he added. “This is the most distrustful, awful environment I’ve ever worked in, in government. Almost nobody tells the truth is what I’ve worked out over the last 36 hours. “I don’t think anyone really can get on their high horse about trust and ethics and all the rest of it in politics, because as far as I’m concerned, most of it is a bit of a cesspit”. On Wednesday, the PM’s official spokesman said details new legislation for Northern Ireland would be announced “in the coming weeks”. “There is more to be done on the issue of the Northern Ireland legacy and we are committed to making progress on this as quickly as possible,” he added. “We are engaging with Northern Ireland parties and the community in Northern Ireland, including victims’ groups as well as the Irish government, on the way forward.” (BBC)

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April 24-30, 2021

Biden: 200 million Americans have been vaccinated PRESIDENT Joe Biden announced on Wednesday that his administration had achieved its target of 200 million coronavirus vaccinations during his first 100 days in office. “This is an American achievement — a powerful demonstration of unity and resolve, what unity will do for us, and a reminder of what we can accomplish when we pull together as one people to a common goal,” Biden said at a White House event. Biden, speaking on what was the 92nd day of his presidency, reported that more than half of all U.S. adults had received at least one shot as of last Sunday and that more than 80 percent of Americans 65 and older will have been partially or fully vaccinated by Thursday. The administration also unveiled a new tax credit designed to encourage businesses with fewer than 500 employees to give paid time off to workers for getting vaccinated — a policy included in Biden’s $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package, which was signed into law last month. Businesses and nonprofits may receive a tax credit for up to $511 per day of paid sick leave that employees take to get the shot or recover from its side effects from April 1 through

Joe Biden reported that more than half of all U.S. adults had received at least one shot as of last Sunday.

Sept. 30. Biden is also calling on all employers, regardless of size, to offer paid leave for their workers to get vaccinated — as well as urging companies to provide information about the shots and incentives to get them, such as product giveaways or other rewards. The announcements come as the administration is reaching a new turning point in its campaign to vaccinate over 300 million Americans: Supply is beginning to

exceed demand, and appointments are going unfilled in both rural areas and big cities. The problem goes beyond vaccine hesitancy and extends to Americans who have neither easy access to the shot nor the motivation to get vaccinated. State and federal officials say the focus is now on meeting people where they are. “We are now approaching groups of people who are — just by the fact that they’re younger, they are less at risk, and therefore, the urgency

might be a little bit lower,” an administration official told reporters on Wednesday. “It doesn’t mean that they’re hesitant to get the vaccine. It just means it needs to be more convenient for them.” Before he took office, Biden pledged in December to administer 100 million vaccinations in his first 100 days, along with an objective of opening most schools nationwide. Later that month, the Food and Drug Administration authorized emergency use of two vaccines from drugmakers Pfizer and Moderna, and public health experts predicted Biden’s vaccination target would be achievable given the government’s supply of shots. But Biden expressed frustration with his coronavirus response team in January as transition officials became increasingly concerned about the 100-day timeline, citing internal divisions and the shortfalls of the Trump administration’s vaccine accelerator, Operation Warp Speed. After Biden rolled out his own plan for a large-scale vaccination program, the immunization effort received another boost from the FDA’s authorization of drugmaker Johnson & Johnson’s single-shot

vaccine, opening up a third option for U.S. use in February. By March, Biden had easily surpassed his goal of 100 million vaccinations in 100 days, and he later announced a new mission to double the target in the same time period. In recent weeks, the administration has had to contend with unexpected challenges in its vaccination campaign — chiefly, federal health agencies’ recommendation to pause the Johnson & Johnson vaccine as they investigate rare incidents of blood clots in recipients. Administration officials are also grappling with the stubborn issue of vaccine hesitancy, particularly among Republicans and younger, white Americans who live in rural communities. On Monday, however, all 50 states — as well as Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico — met Biden’s deadline to make the vaccine available to U.S. adults 16 and older, marking what the president called “a new phase of this historic vaccination effort.” “To Americans 16 years and older, it’s your turn now. Now. So go get your vaccine before the end of May,” Biden said. “We can do this. And we’ll do this as long as we don’t let up.” (Politico.com)

Ohio officials release more body cam video of fatal police shooting of Black teen COLUMBUS, Ohio, officials released additional body camera video on Wednesday of a police officer fatally shooting a Black teen who charged two females with a knife. “We don’t yet have all of the facts but we do know that a 16-yearold girl, a child of this community, tragically died last night,” Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther told reporters. “Bottom line: Did Ma’Khia Bryant need to die yesterday?” he added. “How did we get here? This is a failure on the part of our community. Some are guilty but all of us are responsible.” Ginther said state investigators will determine “if the officer involved was wrong, and if he was we will hold him accountable.” Police identified the officer who fired the shots as Nicholas Reardon, who was hired in December 2019. The officer is off street duty pending an investigation. Calls seeking comment from the police union have not been returned. The fatal shooting comes at a time when police use of force around the nation -- and in Columbus specifically -- is under new scrutiny.

In February, former Columbus police officer Adam Coy was indicted on charges related to the fatal shooting of Andre Hill, a 47-year-old Black man. Late Wednesday afternoon, a crowd of demonstrators -- including Ohio State University students -marched in downtown Columbus toward the state Capitol building. They chanted “Black lives matter” and “Hand up. Don’t shoot.” They also chanted Ma’Khia Bryant’s name. The girl’s mother, Paula Bryant, and the Franklin County Children Services had identified the teen as Ma’Khia Bryant. In a series of clips from police body camera video, the girl is seen holding a knife during a tussle with another young woman. An officer arrived at the scene and opened fire when the girl appeared to attempt to stab a second woman. “She’s a ---- kid,” a man at the scene tells the officer after four shots were fired. “Damn, are you stupid.” Ma’Khia fell to the ground, the knife by her side. “She came at her with a knife,” the officer who fired his weapon is heard saying.

Police body cam video shows Ma’Khia Bryant charging woman with a knife Tuesday before she was shot by officer in Columbus, Ohio.

The situation unfolded rapidly, according to clips from the body cameras of three officers on the street. Ma’Khia was holding a knife in her right hand and charged a woman dressed in pink -- who turned

to her side as the teen appeared to attempt to stab her. That’s when the shots rang out. Officers attempted life saving measures “almost immediately,” said interim Police Chief Michael Woods,

who said the first medics were on scene in six minutes. In the video, one officer is heard asking, “Where is she hit?” The officer starts lifesaving measures. “Stay with us,” he tells the girl, asking bystanders her name. “Stay with us, Ma’Khia,” he implored. Officials asked the community to wait for all the facts to come out. If an officer is “faced with someone employing deadly force, deadly force can be the response,” Woods told reporters. Asked about the policy on the use of Tasers versus handguns, Woods declined to comment on the specific incident but said: “If there’s not deadly force being perpetrated on someone else at that time, an officer may have the opportunity to have cover distance and time to use a Taser.” “But if those things are not present, and there’s an active assault going on in which someone could lose their life, the officer can use their firearm to protect that third person,” he added. Ginther said the Bureau of Criminal Investigation will look into actions of the officer. (CNN)

April 24-30, 2021

World News

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Quebec top court upholds most of religious symbols secularism bill

Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, one of the late president’s sons, is a 37-year-old four-star general.

Chad president’s death: Rivals condemn’dynastic coup’ CHAD’S main opposition parties say the army’s appointment of President Idriss Déby’s son as the nation’s new leader is an “institutional coup”. Déby, 68 - who had been in power for three decades - died after being shot as he battled rebels on the frontline. The rebels too have objected to the move, saying: “Chad is not a monarchy.” Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, also known as “General Kaka”, was in charge of the presidential guard and is to lead the country for 18 months until elections. The government and parliament have been dissolved, but constitutional experts say the speaker of parliament should take over when a sitting president dies

before organising elections. Déby’s death was announced on state TV on Tuesday - a day after provisional election results projected he would win a sixth term in office at the helm of the oil-rich country that has been at the forefront of regional efforts to fight Islamist militants. There are fears that the death could trigger political instability in the vast semi-arid country with a long history of rebellions and coup attempts and where the opposition is weak and divided. An umbrella group of trade unions has joined the opposition to reject the establishment of the Transitional Military Council, calling for dialogue and workers to stay at home until there is a resolution. (BBC)

A CANADIAN court has largely upheld a controversial Quebec law barring civil servants in positions of “authority” from wearing religious symbols at work. But the province’s top court struck down parts of the law that applied to English-speaking public schools. Bill 21 prevents judges, police officers, teachers and public servants from wearing symbols such as the kippah, turban, or hijab while at work. Adopted in June 2019, it has fuelled fierce debate throughout the country. The ruling will likely be appealed to the Canadian Supreme Court, local media say. On Monday, Quebec Superior Court Justice Marc-André Blanchard said that under Canada’s constitution, Quebec had the right to restrict the religious symbols donned by government employees. But Justice Blanchard ruled that this same ban could not be applied to English schools because of protections offered to minority language education rights under Canada’s Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The judge also struck down a provision that barred members of Quebec’s legislature from wearing face coverings while at work. Bill 21 follows earlier efforts in

Quebec Premier Francois Legault’s government introduced the secularism legislation in 2019.

Quebec to bolster state secularism. Advocates have called it a reasonable step, one with broad support in the predominantly Frenchspeaking province. Critics argue it is discriminatory, will make it more difficult for religious minorities to integrate into Quebec society, and that it unfairly targets Muslim women - though the legislation does not single out any religion by name. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has spoken out against the legislation in the past, saying in 2019 that it was “unthinkable” to “legitimise discrimination against citizens based on their religion”.

Similar to France, which passed a law banning veils, crosses and other visible religious symbols in state schools in 2004, Quebec has worked to maintain a secular identity while the historically Catholic province sees its Muslim population grow. In October 2019, the province announced it would introduce a “values test” for economic immigrants wishing to reside in Quebec. The 20-question evaluation, which came into effect last January, quizzes applicants on issues like democracy, French-speaking Quebec society, state secularism, and equality between men and women. (BBC)

Son helped Russian billionaire father hide divorce money, judge rules

Alberto Sánchez Gómez was arrested in February 2019

Man on trial in Madrid, Spain, for ‘killing and eating his mother’ A MAN has gone on trial in Spain for allegedly killing his mother, cutting up her body and eating her remains. Alberto Sánchez Gómez was arrested in 2019 after police went to the home of his 66-year-old mother following concerns from a friend. Police said they found body parts scattered around the apartment some kept in plastic containers. The defendant has told the court

he does not remember dismembering and eating his mother. He is reported to have been suffering from a personality disorder as well as a drug habit prior to his arrest. Spanish media say he had been known to police because of violence against his mother, María Soledad Gómez, and that he had breached a restraining order at the time of his arrest.

THE son of a Russian billionaire helped his father hide millions of pounds from his mother after a divorce settlement, a London High Court judge has ruled. Tatiana Akhmedova, who is Russian but lives in London, should have received £453m following a ruling in 2017. But having only received £5m, she sued her ex-husband, accusing him of trying to conceal his wealth. She also sued her eldest son who she said had been his father’s “lieutenant” and actively assisted his schemes. Ruling in Ms Akhmedova’s favour, Mrs Justice Knowles quoted Tolstoy, saying: “All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way. “With apologies to Tolstoy, the Akhmedov family is one of the unhappiest ever to have appeared in my courtroom.” Judges heard that Farkhad Akhmedov, a 65-year-old businessman, had not “voluntarily” paid a penny of the divorce settlement - thought to be the biggest award of

Farkhad Akhmedov was sued by his exwife, along with his son Temur.

its kind made in the UK. They heard that he transferred a superyacht, the Luna, worth around £340m, and an art collection worth around £110m into the ownership of trusts in Liechtenstein. In a WhatsApp message disclosed during legal proceedings, Mr Akhmedov told his son that he would “burn” all of his wealth rather than give it to her. Temur replied, saying he agreed, adding that she “didn’t deserve” a

penny. In her judgment at the High Court in London on Wednesday, Mrs Justice Knowles ordered Farkhad Akhmedov, and a network of companies he had used to hide his wealth, to hand over hundreds of millions of pounds to his ex-wife. The judge also said very large sums had been transferred to Temur, a London trader, and concluded he must pay his mother around £75 million.

April 24-30, 2021

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Science & Technology

Climate change: EU to cut CO2 emissions by 55% by 2030 THE EU has adopted ambitious new targets to curb climate change, with a pledge to make them legally binding. Under a new law agreed between member states and the EU Parliament, the bloc will cut carbon emissions by at least 55% by 2030, compared with 1990 levels. The EU parliament had pushed for a higher target of a 60% reduction. “Our political commitment to becoming the first climate neutral continent by 2050 is now also a legal one,” said EU Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen. “The Climate Law sets the EU on a green path for a generation.” The deal comes ahead of a virtual summit of world leaders later this week, where the US is expected to

announce its own climate targets for 2030. US President Joe Biden, who will lead the meeting, rejoined the Paris climate agreement in his first day in office and has previously committed to reaching net zero emissions by 2050. The UK, meanwhile, announced radical plans to cut carbon emissions by 78% by 2035 earlier this week, although environmentalists warn that the government has consistently failed to achieve previous targets set by its independent Climate Change Committee (CCC). The EU Climate Law was agreed in the early hours of Wednesday after months of talks. It sets a limit on the levels of CO2

removal that can count towards the 2030 target, to ensure that states actively lower emissions rather than removing them from the atmosphere through forests, for example. A 15-member independent council will also be established to advise the EU on climate measures and targets. The EU Commission will announce a package of climate laws in June to support the plans. The target to reduce emissions by 55% by 2030 was initially announced by EU leaders in December but there had been pressure from the EU Parliament and environmental groups for the law to go even further. Previous EU targets had called for a 40% cut.

Climate change: Future-proofing coffee in a warming world SCIENTISTS say a “forgotten” coffee plant that can grow in warmer conditions could help future-proof the drink against climate change. They predict we could soon be sipping Stenophylla, a rare wild coffee from West Africa that tastes like Arabica coffee, but grows in warmer conditions. As temperatures rise, good coffee will become increasingly difficult to grow. Studies suggest that by 2050, about half of land used for highquality coffee will be unproductive. To find a wild coffee that tastes great and is heat and drought tolerant is “the holy grail of coffee breeding”, said Dr Aaron Davis, head of coffee research at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. “Being somebody who’s tasted a lot of wild coffees they’re not great, they don’t taste like Arabica so our expectations were pretty low,” he told BBC News. “And we were completely blown away by the fact that this coffee tasted amazing. It has these other attributes related to its climate tolerance: it will grow and crop under much warmer conditions than Arabica coffee.” Coffea stenophylla is a wild coffee species from West Africa which, until recently, was thought to be extinct outside Ivory Coast. The plant was recently rediscovered growing wild in Sierra Leone, where it was historically grown as a coffee crop about a century ago. A small sample of coffee beans from Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast were roasted and made into coffee, which was then tasted by a panel of coffee connoisseurs.

Coffea stenophylla: The bean is said to have an excellent flavour.

Over 80% of judges could not tell the difference between Stenophylla and the world’s most popular coffee, Arabica, in blind tastings, the researchers reported in the journal Nature Plants. They also modelled climate data for the plant, which suggests it can potentially tolerate temperatures at least 6C higher than Arabica. Seedlings will be planted this year in order to start assessing the wild coffee’s potential in safeguarding the future of high-quality coffee. Dr Davis hopes Stenophylla will one day be grown again in Sierra Leone on a major scale. “It’s not going to be in coffee shops in the next couple of years, but I think within five to seven years we’ll see it entering the market as a niche coffee, as a high value coffee, and then after that I think it will be more common,” he said. WHAT IS ARABICA COFFEE? Arabica beans are deemed to have a superior taste. The coffee is grown in the mountains and accounts for over 60% of the world’s coffee production. Arabica has limited resilience to climate change; farmers are already

experiencing the impacts of elevated temperatures and low or erratic rainfall. Other threats to coffee production include price fluctuations, pests and diseases, and extreme weather. The research was carried out in collaboration with the French research institute Cirad and the University of Greenwich. WHERE IS WILD COFFEE FOUND? The vast majority of wild coffee grows in the remote forests of Africa and on the island of Madagascar. Beyond Africa, wild coffee is found in other tropical climates, including parts of India, Sri Lanka, and Australia. WHAT TYPES OF COFFEE DO WE DRINK? More than 100 types of coffee tree grow naturally in forests, but only a handful are used for drinking. The global coffee industry is dominated by two main coffee crops - Arabica (Coffea arabica) and Robusta (Coffeea canephora). A third species - Liberica (Coffea liberica) is grown around the world, but is rarely used for coffee drinks. (BBC)

Renewable energy, like wind power, is gradually replacing coal in many EU countries.

EU Commission Vice-President Frans Timmerman described the agreement as “a landmark moment for the EU and a strong signal to the world”. However, Greens MEP Michael Bloss tweeted that the climate law was a “big disappointment”, adding: “We fought hard but achieved little”. In September the EU Commission set out its blueprint for reaching the 55% target by 2030, and said at least 30% of the EU’s €1.8tn (£1.64tn;

$2.2tn) long-term budget would be spent on climate-related measures. The targets are part of a global effort to tackle climate change by cutting atmospheric pollution, especially carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. The Paris climate deal, signed in 2016, aims to keep global temperature rise well under 2C, and preferably within a maximum rise of 1.5C, to prevent the worst effects of climate change. (BBC)

An artist’s impression of the dinosaur whose remains scientists discovered in Chile.

New species of dinosaur unearthed in Chile’s Atacama desert SCIENTISTS have identified a new species of dinosaur from parts of a skeleton found in northern Chile. The creature’s remains were unearthed in the Atacama desert the world’s driest - near the city of Copiapó. Experts say the plant-eating titanosaur had a small head and long neck, and an unusually flat back. Studies suggest the creature lived in what would then have been a lush landscape of flowering plants, ferns and palm trees. A team led by Chilean geologist Carlos Arévalo unearthed the remains in the 1990s and carried out research in the 2000s. The findings, published in the journal Cretaceous Research, were made public on Monday. The remains, according to the team, included parts of a humerus, a femur and the ischium, and vertebral elements of the neck and back. They represent a small sub-adult individual, with an estimated length

of 6.3m (20ft). The creature was a sauropod, or a long-necked, long-tailed, planteating dinosaur. It was found in beds dating from the Late Cretaceous, the last epoch before dinosaurs were wiped out 66 million years ago. The creature has been named Arackar licanantay, which means Atacama bones in the indigenous Kunza language. The remains will eventually be exhibited in Chile’s Museum of Natural History. The head of the museum’s palaeontology area, David Rubilar, said: “This represents a relevant milestone for the Chilean palaeontological heritage.” This is the third dinosaur named from Chile and the third titanosaur from the western side of the Andes in South America, the team said. In 2014, one of biggest dinosaurs ever discovered was unearthed in Argentina, also a titanosaur whose estimated length was more than 37m. (BBC)

April 24-30, 2021

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Science & Technology

Poor sleep nearly doubles risk of sexual dysfunction in women, study says CONSISTENTLY getting a bad night’s sleep may lead to an unsatisfactory sex life for many older women, a new study finds. In fact, women who slept poorly were nearly twice as likely to report issues such as lack of sexual interest or pleasure than women who got plenty of shut-eye, according to the study published Wednesday in Menopause: The Journal of The North American Menopause Society. Poor sleep was measured by the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, which asks questions about ability to fall and stay asleep, use of sleep medication, daytime drowsiness and more. In contrast, the study also found that good sleep quality was linked with having more sexual activity, a result that “doesn’t surprise anyone, right?” said senior author Dr. Stephanie Faubion, who directs the Mayo Clinic’s Center for Women’s Health. “If you put a platter of sleep and a platter of sex in front of a tired woman, she’s going to pick sleep every time,” said Faubion, who is also the medical director for the North American Menopause Society. These results, she added, should be a wake-up call for physicians to begin asking their patients about their sleep and their sexual functioning. “In an ideal world, every woman should be asked by her primary care provider about her sexual function. Is that happening? No, it’s not happening,” Faubion said. “Sleep may be something easier to ask about, and poor sleep is associated with so many negative outcomes, such as cardiovascular disease,” she added. “If she’s not

In fact, women who slept poorly were nearly twice as likely to report issues such as lack of sexual interest or pleasure than women who got plenty of shut-eye.

sleeping well, that leads you to the next question, because sexual function is probably suffering, too.” SLEEP AND SEX ARE INTERTWINED It’s not just women who experience sexual dysfunction due to poor sleep. It affects men, too. A 2009 study found obstructive sleep apnea -- a potentially serious sleep disorder in which breathing repeatedly stops and starts -- was linked to erectile dysfunction and more global sexual difficulties in men. Disrupted sleep also leads to a higher risk of erectile dysfunction. Obstructive sleep apnea is also linked to sexual dysfunction in women. Insomnia, a common sleep disorder in women, may be a risk

factor for sexual issues, too. There are a number of reasons, on the other hand, that having good sex is linked to better sleep. Orgasms are not only relaxing, which can promote slumber, but they result in a boost of certain hormones that aid sleep in both men and women after sex. In women, for example, estrogen levels increase after orgasm, and that can enhance REM cycles and promote a better night’s sleep. In men, orgasm increases production of a hormone called prolactin that promotes deep wave sleep -- the type the body needs to repair and restore itself. FIRST STUDY TO ASK ABOUT DISTRESS

In the new study, over 3,400 women who visited Mayo health clinics in Rochester, Minnesota, and Scottsdale, Arizona, completed questionnaires on sleep quality between December 2016 and September 2019. The women, who were an average age of 53, also underwent clinical evaluation for sexual dysfunction and were asked to rate their level of distress about their sex life -- a first for a study of this kind, Faubion said. “You can’t call it sexual dysfunction unless a woman is distressed about it,” she said. “For example, a woman can have low sexual desire, but it may not bother her. So we are the first study to my knowledge that has actually looked at not only sexual function but distress related to that.” The research was part of a larger study called DREAMS, or Data Registry on Experiences of Aging, Menopause and Sexuality, which followed nearly 9,000 women for a dozen years. In addition to poor quality sleep, the new study found women who regularly slept less than five hours a night were also more likely to report sexual problems. However, the results were not statistically significant once factors such as age, partner status, education, race/ethnicity, body mass index, reproductive stage, depression, anxiety, relationship distress, and use of contraception and other medications were analyzed. Since all of those factors can disrupt sleep, it was important to factor those out in order to label poor sleep as the possible cause, Faubion said.

WHAT TO DO? First, don’t hesitate to discuss both sleep and sexual concerns with your physician, Faubion said. While most women will be able to identify that they’re suffering from a mood disorder like depression or anxiety, they may not realize that they are struggling with other issues like sleep apnea or an uncontrollable urge to move your legs called restless leg syndrome. “Women’s partners can help them identify if they’re snoring, waking up snorting and coughing or if they’re kicking their partner all night long,” Faubrion said. Women can also do their best to practice good sleep hygiene. Here are some expert tips: Exercise, outside if possible: Try to get some exercise, which will reduce built-up stress chemicals and promote better sleep. Try to do so outside -- the sunlight can help restore your body clock. Set up your bedroom for optimal sleep: One of the first tasks is to set up your sleep environment and establish a relaxing bedtime routine. The REM stage of sleep is a lighter level of rest that can more easily be disrupted, so strive for few sounds, little light and cooler temperatures in the bedroom -- between 60 and 67 degrees is best. Watch your diet: Avoid caffeine after 3 p.m. and fatty, spicy foods before bed, so gastric distress doesn’t wake you while you’re dreaming. Set yourself up for relaxation: Taking a warm bath or shower, reading a book, listening to soothing music, meditating or doing light stretches are all good options. (CNN)

Diet and exercise when young affects brain size and anxiety when older

A new study has highlighted the importance of healthy eating and physical activity during childhood.

HEALTHY habits around diet and exercise are a good idea no matter how old we might be, but a new study has emphasised the importance of forming them early in life. Scientists have used mouse models to demonstrate how a combination of healthy eating and physical activity during childhood can have benefits that last long into adulthood, including an increase in brain mass and lower levels of anxiety. The research was carried out by scientists at the University of California, Riverside (UCR), who back in February published a study detailing how a poor diet in childhood can lead to long-lasting alterations to the gut microbiome, even after switching to a healthier diet. This new study follows a similar theme, but investigates the impacts of childhood diet in combination with exercise on our health later in life.

“Any time you go to the doctor with concerns about your weight, almost without fail, they recommend you exercise and eat less,” says study lead Marcell Cadney. “That’s why it’s surprising most studies only look at diet or exercise separately. In this study, we wanted to include both.” The study is described as the first to explore the long-lasting effects of diet and exercise combined, and involved young mice being separated into four different groups. Some were made to exercise, others were given no access to exercise, others were fed a healthy diet and others were placed on Western-style diets that were high in fat and sugar. The young mice followed their allotted regimens for three weeks until they reached sexual maturity. All mice were then given a “washout” period, where they weren’t given access to exercise

wheels and were placed on healthy diets, after which the scientists conducted their assessments. This included measuring the rodents’ aerobic capacity, behavioral analysis and looking at levels of several hormones. This demonstrated that regular exercise and healthy eating early in life led to increased muscle and brain mass in the adult mice, with these rodents also exhibiting less anxious behaviors. The researchers note that exercise early in life, regardless of diet, also led to an increase in concentrations of leptin, a hormone produced by fat cells that regulates appetite and fat storage, in the adult mice. “Our findings may be relevant for understanding the potential effects of activity reductions and dietary changes associated with obesity,” says UCR evolutionary physiologist Theodore Garland. (Newatlas)

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CORIATS TRUST COMPANY LIMITED Coriats is seeking a

COMPLIANCE MANAGER APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING ATTRIBUTES/QUALIFICATIONS : 1. At least 5 years’ experience in a professional services compliance or regulatory role 2. ACAMS or similar qualifications showing an up to date knowledge of compliance best practice 3. A reasonable understanding of company and trust law , and a willingness to learn more 4. Flexible, self-starter , able to engage with clients and colleagues and command their respect 5. Willing to undertake compliance duties from time to time in other parts of the G&P Group

6. Willing to take on the role of MLCO , and attend Board meetings to report on compliance and risk management matters 7. Demonstrate experience of setting up and monitoring effective AML , anti-terrorist financing and general compliance programmes, and liaising with the regulatory bodies responsible for enforcement 8. Experience with, or a willingness to learn, how to use the Viewpoint Operating System This vacancy is NOT to replace a work permit holder.

Please, only those with the right to work on an unrestricted basis in the Turks and Caicos need apply. Salary will be in the range of US$60-70k plus a bonus according to performance of up to 20% of salary . Please drop off your CV with a covering letter explaining how you meet the criteria set out above at

Coriats offices at 82 Cherokee Road, or email us at office@coriats.com BY 30TH APRIL 2020

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DOCUWIN

acting on behalf of TINY'S RESTAURANT Long Bay Road is seeking to employ a

SERVER

• Able to work in a highpaced environment • Deliver exceptionally, friendly and fast service • Able to handle cash transactions Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT:

D’S CATERING/CONI DEANNA MALCOLM 25 LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

Clean the store, dusting, sweeping, mopping, clean ceiling vents, restroom cleaning, stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store. Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 331-9063

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is for a first time applicant 24937

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 24865

HUDSON GARDINER

J & V CONSTRUCTION

Whitby, North Caicos 243-7375

LABOUR

His responsibilities are pick up years waste and collect leaves, clean the yard with sweeper, lift garbage bags and cans into garbage truck, pick up yard waste and tree limbs, repair broken furniture and assist with other work when needed. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour. RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

24876

BLUE HILLS CLOSE PROVIDENCIALES 347-1307

MASON

Smooth out concrete in segments to ensure the concrete poured in level, Arrange the concrete forms. Prepare surface with hammer and chose, Rub cement in with spongerubber float or burlap, Use special blades, making sure all lumps are smoothed over. SALARY: 8.00 per hour RENEWAL, THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER 24875

E AND R BEST CONSTRUCTION North Side, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

SECURITY OFFICER

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-1125

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

24846

EASY WAY

EFC CONSTRUCTION 184 Marble Dr., Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of NADERGE LOUIS DIAMANT Taking care of children, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary. CONTACT: 348-8053

THE GLAMOUR BEAUTY SALON Cheshire Hall, Leeward Highway

HAIR DRESSER - $300 WEEKLY

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, hair treatments, deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving. CONTACT: 342-0052 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit renewals

24862

MARIE RAYMOND MISSICK

Residence yard, Five Cays Providenciales Telephone: 342-4149

MASON

CLEANER

STEELMAN

Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures

SALARY: $8.00 TO $9.00 PER HOUR. RENEWAL BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE. 24841

SENIOR PROJECT ARCHITECT POSITION AVAILABLE Architect required for the following role:

JOB SUMMARY

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

ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• RIBA/ARB registered Architect or equivalent • Minimum RIBA Part III, Masters or equivalent post-Honours degree qualification • Minimum 5 years professional experience as a Project Architect with direct Client liaison • Minimum 5 years proven experience in contract administration and cost control on JCT contracts or similar • Minimum 5 years’ experience managing an architectural team • A strong background of technical detailing and 3D visualization • Excellent skills in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Sketch-up, In Design, Excel and Word a prerequisite • Working knowledge of Autodesk REVIT an advantage • Fluent spoken and written English Salary rated according to experience, between $5k & $6k per month. Interested applicants should contact Mr. C Davies via e-mail by April 30, 2021 with current, detailed CV to info@coasttci.com or in writing to the address below. Only applicants meeting the minimum requirements listed above will be contacted for interview within 5 days of the closing date. Only suitably qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders need apply. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Coast Architects, 201w Venture House, Grace Bay Rd, PO Box 941, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

24897

CLEANER

• Helping with the cleaning of the company. • Dusting and sweeping. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-242-8100

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24911

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-7124

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24919

SAMMY’S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

ELVERA NELL WILLIAMS

KITCHEN HELPER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Jorielle Park, Granny Hill Five Cays, 242-0952

To clean all areas within the yard, clean the gutters, trim down the trees in the yard, Sweeping and removing debris from outside, water the plants and assist with other cleaner work around the property. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

Sweep or scrub floors, clean food preparation areas, clean meats & vegetables. Clean garbage cans with water or steam, transfer supplies, equipment between storage & work areas, wash dishes. Pay: $ 6.25 per hour

FIRST TIME, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

RENEWAL APPLICATION, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE 24926

24840

ELIE JOSAPHAT

Front Bay Rd., Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

#63 Lower Bight

BABYSITTER - $290 WEEKLY

JEAN DELUIS ULYSSE MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY PROVIDENCIALES 347-3520 Smooth out concrete in segments to ensure the concrete poured in level. Arrange the concrete forms. Rub cement in with spongerubber float or burlap.

CLASSIFIEDS 25

#38 JUBA SOUND, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0051

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24913

Projetech Construction Management & Services Ltd., wishes to recruit a

QUANTITY SURVEYOR Applicants must be able to demonstrate at least ten years suitable experience as a Quantity Surveyor on large commercial and residential building projects, together with a suitable professional qualification in Quantity Surveying. General duties will include preliminary budgeting, the preparation of detailed Bills of Quantities, project estimating, the procurement of materials, labour and subcontractors, financial forecasting and reporting, managing all contractual and legal issues, and general commercial control in all aspects. A proven track record demonstrating the ability to manage all commercial aspects of construction projects must be shown. Strong leadership, communication, organization and presentation skills are essential. The successful candidate must be prepared to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends. Salary starts at US$60k per annum, based on qualifications and experience. Applications must be made in writing and should include career history and the names and contact details of at least two references. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders should also submit copies of their application to the Labour Department. All applications will be properly reviewed and suitably qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications should be received by April 27th 2021 and sent to info@projetech.tc

STEVE THOMPSON PROJETECH CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT & SERVICES LTD. MORGAN HOUSE 18 SANDCASTLE ROAD GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES TEL: 941 3508. FAX: 941 5824 EMAIL: INFO@PROJETECH.TC 24931

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MARIE R.A MISSICK

ANANDA LTD.

Leeward Hwy, Providenciales, has an immediate opening for a

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking a

SUPERVISOR

LABOURER

This position is held by a work permit holder. JOB SUMMARY: • Responsible for the day to day supervision of the Retail staff and Shelf stockers • Assigning and training of new employees • Maintain inventory • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 5 years experience as a Store Supervisor • Experience with computerized Inventory Systems SALARY: $3,500.00 per month. BELONGERS ONLY PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS NO LATER THAN APRIL 18, 2021 TO: ANANDA LTD. LEEWARD HWY, PROVIDENCIALES. TEL: 941-8155 EMAIL: MANAGERS@ KBHOMECENTER.COM 24834

- $6.25 HOURLY

Cleaning the property, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes.

CONTACT: 344-3710

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24899

SURFE CONSTRUCTION

MANGO REEF RESTAURANT

2 BUSSER

Clean tables, taking plate, utensils and drinkware to the kitchen to be washed.

2 COOKS

Assist head chef

2 KITCHEN HELPERS

Helping with preparation of food

2 PASTRY CHEFS

Preparing a wide variety of goods TROPICAL TASTING #3 Airport Rd., Providenciales

ASSISTANT COOK

To assist the head chef in various food preparation W/P Renewal EMAIL: BASSETT_27@HOTMAIL.COM $6.50-$10 HOURLY BELONGER ONLY APPLY CONTACT: 242-8792 24944

MENELIK ASTWOOD

GRACE BAY CAR RENTAL

GRAND TURK is seeking to employ :

#1216 Leeward Highway, Providenciales

NIGHT AUDITOR The Night Auditor is a key member of the Car Rental team, responsible for the over-night operations, verifying the accuracy of clients’ accounts balancing charges and revenues, as well as assisting with all aspects of Customer Services. The night Auditor must have a Positive and professional up personality with a desire to deliver outstanding customers service to our clients. REQUIREMENTS

• Exceptional interpersonal skills to enhance the service standards throughout the operation. • Excellent communication and time management skills. • A team player and a self-starter • Ability to work effectively in an innovative, fast paced and multi-tasked environment • Excellent computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office and use of the internet, Rent Centric, Excel, All Windows, Europcar Systems. • College or University degree preferred in Accounts or a minimum of 3 years’ experience in guest services role. • Must have the ability to wow the customer. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform accurate check-ins and return car rentals • Answer the telephone in a timely and professional manner. • Make reservations over the phone and in person and ensure all aspects of the vehicle reservation procedures are followed, including bookings, confirmation and cancellations policies • Responsible for a cash float throughout your shift and ensuring all floats balance correctly at the end of the shift. • Listening to clients’ complaints or concerns and resolving their issues in a timely manner. • Produce daily reports for departments and department heads • Compile and run statistical reports for all departments and transfer information to our Accounting department. LANGUAGES

LABOURERS

Must be able to read, write and speak English Perform tasks involving physical labour. Must be able to clean area properly Check the fluid and water levels, tires, Salary: $7.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: (649) 242- 3005

24842

ELECTRICIAN

- $12 HOURLY Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems. Inspect electrical components. Identify electrical problems. Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures.

CARPENTER

- $12 HOURLY Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials

CONTACT: 231-9209

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 24881

MEP SOLUTIONS #999 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 946-5907

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24835

MAGIC SCISSORS & PRESSING #3 Bar Joe Plaza, Airport Road, Providenciales Is seeking a

CLEANER

• Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 342-5450

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24837

MS &J TIRE SHOP

#8 MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-3682

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24914

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NOTICE

PROCESSING OF BUSINESS NAME APPLICATIONS

The Office will continue to accept applications via the on-premises dropbox. Clients using the drop-box will be contacted and provided with an appointment to complete their transaction.

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

Contact: 649-441-8515 Email: frantz@gracebaycarrentals.com Held by a work permit holder

LIVE-IN MAID

to care for children Clean and tidy house Salary: $6.50 per hour

Northwest Central, Blue Hills Is seeking a

Please be advised that effective Monday, 19 April 2021, the Financial Services Commission’s Providenciales Office will see clients for business name applications by appointment only. Appointments can be made by contacting the office at telephone number (649) 946-5314 or via email to businessnames@tcifsc.tc.

• Written, spoken and reading proficiency in the English Language Salary- $2775 per month.

• • • • •

April 24-30, 2021

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Clients are strongly encouraged to use the online portal at https:// kregistry.tcifsc.tc/kregistry/ for processing of their business name renewal applications.

24929

FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

24933

April 24-30, 2021

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ISLAND DRILLING LTD.

J&G MAINTENANCE SERVICE #35 LIGNUM VITAE ST., LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

Located in Industrial Drive, Grand Turk. Is seeking To work 6 days per week. Salary is based on experience.

variety of tools and machines.

2 CONSTRUCTION FOREMEN

6 MECHANICS

Starting salary $10.00/hr Duties include routine maintenance of the company’s fleet of vehicles. 1 position is new

ASPHALT LABOURER

Starting salary $8.00/hr Duties include cleaning and preparing the job site for installation of asphalt, loading and delivering materials, and using a

Starting salary $12.00/hr Duties include coordinating activities and supervising grading and paving crews to perform the construction tasks and activities

2 MASONS

Starting salary $8.00/hr Duties include fabricating, maintaining, altering and repairing structures including sidewalks, street curbs and walls. *Work permit renewal

Contact: 1 (649) 244-4007. Email: islanddrillingltd@gmail.com

Applicants who are TC Islanders should send a copy of their applications to the Immigration Board. 24851

LUIS A. FREITES #87 MARBY DRIVE, JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

#17 Industrial Rd, Provo Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. To work 5 days a week. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-6168

L.M VARIETY STORE

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24884

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1299

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24843

LEGISTER W. MISSICK

Handfield Yard, Glass Shack Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-2426

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24941

2 CLEANERS

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 342-3163

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24902

JENDERLY’S SALON

22 Airport Road, Morris Plaza Unit #6-7, Down Town

NAIL TECHNICIAN

- $6.25 HOURLY Manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing, and etc.

HAIR DRESSER

- $6.25 HOURLY Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, hair treatments, deep conditioning, and etc.

CONTACT: 244-5191

JUANITA SKIPPINGS Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

HOUSEKEEPER

Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing. Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2076

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board These positions are currently held by work permit holders

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

LAVARDO OUTTEN

KIRKLEY PARKER

KATIUSCA RODRIGUEZ

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 245-4360

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24858

Coriats Trust Company Limited

24868

Light House Rd., Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 246-2661

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24864

24924

46 Reese St., Five Cays 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 housework. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 242-9063

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24943

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

SENIOR TRUSTS DIRECTOR

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Coriats seeks a senior candidate for the position of senior trust Director to grow our Latin American client base.

REQUIREMENTS: • Good Spanish language skills essential and ability and a willingness to travel throughout Latin America • Must immediately introduce, transfer in and retain an existing client base and following of at least $250,000 of fees • 10 + years of experience working for international banks or wealth management firms at the highest level • Wide network of professional contacts in the larger LatAm markets, especially Brazil, Colombia and Peru • Detailed understanding of the tax, residence and other requirements of the major LatAm countries • Education in finance and wealth management / investing to post grad level Salary: Up to US$160,000.00 per annum plus bonus scheme depending on experience and client base

Please apply on or before 30th April with a detailed c.v. to office@coriats.com marked ‘LatAm Position’, or drop off the application at Coriats, 82 Cherokee Road, Providenciales Please only qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders or PRC holders with the right to work need apply. This role is a new position, not a work permit renewal.

24855

The Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill several vacancies.

APPLICATION DEADLINE 16 APRIL 2021

TECHNICAL SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR Department: Information Technology Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $26,650.00-$30,955.00

JOB SUMMARY

The holder of this position reports directly to the Systems Administrator II. The Technical Support Administrator role is to ensure proper computer operation so that end users can accomplish their daily duties. This includes receiving, prioritizing, documenting and actively resolving end user help requests. The holder is also responsible for actively monitoring and maintaining the computer systems and networks within the Commission. Details on the above vacancies can be found on the Commission’s website at https://tcifsc.tc/vacancies/ or by contacting the Commission at telephone numbers 649-946-2550 ext. 4021 or 4048. Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than 16 April 2021. A copy of the application should be submitted to the Employment Services Department by emailing to CHbacchus@gov.tc and MCadams@gov. tc. Applications received after the application deadline may not be considered in this recruitment phase but may be placed on file for future reference. While we appreciate your response, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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About 3.98 million people signed up for Netflix between January and March.

April 24-30, 2021

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez became a couple in 2017.

J Lo was the one to end Netflix shares plunge amid fears coronavirus boom is over A-Rod engagement over VIDEO-STREAMING giant Netflix has reported a slowdown in subscriber growth, sending its shares tumbling. About 3.98 million people signed up for Netflix between January and March, well short of the projected 6 million. The company said a lack of new shows may have contributed to the shortfall, adding that it expected this to recover as sequels to hit shows are released. Netflix shares fell 11% in afterhours trading to $489.28, wiping $25bn off the company’s market capitalisation. The streaming service added 15.8 million new subscribers last year as Covid-19 forced people around the

world to stay home. Much of that growth came in Asia, where Netflix added 9.3 million new subscribers in 2020, an increase of about 65% over the previous year. “These dynamics are also contributing to a lighter content slate in the first half of 2021, and hence, we believe slower membership growth,” the company said in its quarterly letter to shareholders. The company projected poor customer growth ahead, with an additional 1 million new streaming customers in the second quarter, far short of the previously predicted 5 million. Netflix also faces increasingly stiff competition from new streaming services entering the market.

Disney+, a much newer streaming service, already has 100 million subscribers, compared with Netflix’s 207.6 million. Even with sluggish customer growth, Netflix has reported revenues of $7.16bn and net income of $1.71bn. Netflix predicted stronger growth in the second half of the year when it releases new seasons of “You,” “Money Heist,” “The Witcher” and action movie “Red Notice,” among other titles. “We had those ten years where we were growing smooth as silk,” Netflix chief executive Reed Hastings said on a streamed earnings call, according to an AFP report. “It is just a little wobbly right now.” (BBC)

‘too many issues’: report SOMEONE is getting loud about J-Rod’s split. Jennifer Lopez was the one who ended the engagement between herself and former Yankee Alex Rodriguez, a friend of the “Get Loud” singer told People in a story out Wednesday. Lopez, 51, “insisted on it,” the source said of the split, citing “too many issues that are unresolved.” Ultimately, the performer “has been pretty miserable” and was unable to fully “trust” Rodriguez, 45, who had flown to visit her in the Dominican Republic where she’s been filming “Shotgun Wedding” to try to patch things up, People notes.

The visit came after the former couple acknowledged in mid-March that they were working through issues. Lopez “didn’t think it was in her best interests to stay with Alex,” the insider told People. Another source told the outlet that the pair “liked spending more time together as a family, but it was difficult to keep that special spark when they saw each other every day” amid coronavirus lockdowns, which intensified issues between the two. Once Lopez left for filming, the rumor mill picked up on the former baseball star’s alleged wandering eye.

Golden Globes organisers expel ex-president over Black Lives Matter email THE organisation behind Hollywood’s Golden Globe Awards has expelled its former president over an article he shared about Black Lives Matter. Philip Berk, 88, had been a member of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) for 44 years and its president for eight years. In a group email with HFPA members, Berk reportedly shared an article that described BLM as a “racist hate group”. He later said he regretted sending the email, the Los Angeles Times reported. He told members he had “forwarded it as a point of information”, according to the paper. The Golden Globes are the most high-profile film awards in the US after the Oscars, but Berk’s departure has deepened a crisis at the HFPA. Earlier this year, a scathing LA

Times exposé alleged, among other things, that the secretive organisation did not have any black members. The HFPA, which is made up of almost 90 international journalists based in LA, has vowed to announce substantial reforms in the coming weeks. “Effective immediately, Phil Berk is no longer a member of the Hollywood Foreign Press Association,” its board said in a statement on Tuesday. The original email chain, which was obtained by the Los Angeles Times, appeared to show other members calling Berk “racist”, “vile”, and “a thundering disgrace” after he shared the post. A senior HFPA figure also told him it was “not appropriate” behaviour. Berk replied that he “only intended to illustrate the hypocrisy that engulfs us”, adding: “I forwarded

Philip Berk has served eight one-year terms as president of body behind the Golden Globes.

it as a point of information I had no hidden agenda, I now regret having sent it.” The article he shared was heavily critical of the the Black Lives Matter movement in the wake of last summer’s protests that were sparked by the murder of George Floyd by a white police officer. It also personally

criticised one of the co-founders of the BLM movement. After the email chain came to light, the HFPA said in a statement: “Since its inception, the HFPA has dedicated itself to bridging cultural connections and creating further understanding of different backgrounds through film and TV.

“The views expressed in the article circulated by Mr Berk are those of the author of the article and do not - in any way shape or form - reflect the views and values of the HFPA. The HFPA condemns all forms of racism, discrimination and hate speech and finds such language and content unacceptable.”

April 24-30, 2021

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April 24-30, 2021

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“Secret Invasion” is based on Marvel’s fanfavorite 2008 comics event of the same name.

Emilia Clarke joins Marvel’s ‘Secret Invasion’ at Disney+

Chrissy Teigen and Meghan Markle formed a friendship after connecting about their experiences with pregnancy loss.

Teigen reveals Markle has ‘been so kind,’ reached out after miscarriage CHRISSY Teigen may be a big supporter of Meghan Markle but who knew that the embattled Duchess of Sussex is one of her biggest supporters? During Tuesday’s appearance on the “Watch What Happens Live” after-show, the TV personality revealed to Andy Cohen that the two formed a friendship after connecting about their experiences with pregnancy loss. Teigen, who’s the wife of John Legend, lost her son, Jack, in September, while she was 20 weeks pregnant. In November, Markle shared that she had suffered a

miscarriage over the summer. “She’s been so kind to me ever since we connected… she had written me about Baby Jack and loss, but yeah,” Teigen shared. “She is really wonderful and so kind, and just as kind as everyone says she is.” “And that’s why you look at everything and are like, ‘My god, what is absolutely wrong with people where they have to make this person out to be so malicious or so crazy when it’s just as simple as them being as kind as everybody says they are?’ ” she added about the controversy the runaway royal has been mired in since marrying Prince

Harry in 2018. “So yeah, she’s a really wonderful person,” Teigen said. For years, the model and cookbook author had voiced her support for Markle, but in early March tweeted that the latest negative headlines about her allegedly bulling her former royal aides “hit too close to home.” Other celebrity notables – including Beyoncé, Idris Elba and Serena Williams – have rallied to support the former “Suits” star’s bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey on March 7 that rocked the British monarchy. (NYDailynews)

EMILIA Clarke is moving from one huge franchise to another. The former “Game of Thrones” star is reportedly joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe. According to Variety, Clarke – who previously starred in “Solo: A Star Wars Story” – is in final negotiations for Marvel Studios’ upcoming “Secret Invasion,” which will stream on Disney+. The classically-trained British actress has become an international icon for her portrayal of Daenerys Targaryen on HBO’s global smash “Game of Thrones,” which is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its premiere. Emmy-nominated Academy Award winner Olivia Colman is already signed on to the project, joining Samuel L. Jackson, who is reprising his MCU role of Nick Fury on the small screen

for the first time (since a one-off appearance in “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”) Also joining Fury will be the shape-shifting Skrull named Talos, played by Ben Mendelsohn, reprising his role from “Captain Marvel” and “Spider-Man: Far From Home.” The outlet also reported that “One Night in Miami” star Kingsley Ben-Adir has also been cast. Executive produced and written by Kyle Bradstreet, “Secret Invasion” is based on Marvel’s fan-favorite 2008 comics event of the same name which imagines that the shapeshifting extraterrestrials (known as Skrulls) had used their powers to kidnap and assume the identities of various superheroes, in advance of a full-on invasion of Earth. (NYDailynews)

LeVar Burton will guest host Jeopardy this summer LEVAR Burton is on the short list! The “Reading Rainbow” former host is one of five guest hosts announced Wednesday to fill the hole left by the death of Alex Trebek. The others are Robin Roberts, George Stephanopoulos, David Faber and Joe Buck, the game show announced. Burton earlier this month indicted he’d be interested in hosting, linking on Twitter to a Change.org petition created by fans requesting that he be chosen as Trebek’s permanent replacement. The beloved longtime host died in November 2020 of pancreatic cancer. LeVar Burton’s fans want him to host ‘Jeopardy!’ and he is there for it » The “Star Trek: Next Generation” actor had lots of support. As the host of PBS’s “Reading Rainbow” for 23 years, Burton had shared his passion for reading and encouraged viewers to visit local libraries, find joy in reading and exercise their imagination in the form of stories. The bookish admiration was mutual, and the New York Public Library had advocated for Burton as well.

The 72-year-old rocker said he thought he was dying from the effects of the virus. LeVar Burton will join a list of several reputable guest hosts, who are hosting the show.

“As a public institution, The New York Public Library isn’t in the business of making political endorsements, but upon seeing a recent ‘campaign’... we felt the need to express our support,” an NYPL spokesperson told The Hill. Burton was elated at being chosen as guest host, and grateful to those who supported and lobbied for it. “THANK YOU... to all y’all for your passionate support!” he tweeted. “I am overjoyed, excited, and eager to be guest-hosting Jeopardy!, and will do my utmost best to live up to

your faith you in me. YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE! Go ahead and take my word for it, this time.” Anderson Cooper is currently hosting through the end of this month, to be followed by Bill Whitaker for the first two weeks of May; actress Mayim Bialik and news anchor Savannah Guthrie, which takes the show to the end of June. In early July the host’s seat will be taken by CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta, to be followed by the newest slate of brainy celebs, who will serve for about a week each.

Nugent, who called COVID-19 pandemic a ‘scam,’ tests positive for coronavirus AFTER a year of denying that COVID-19 was real, Ted Nugent now has the virus. The rocker announced Monday that he has tested positive after experiencing a “stuffed-up head” and “body aches.” “I have had flu symptoms for the last 10 days. I thought I was dying. Just a clusterf--k,” Nugent said on Facebook Live. “I got the Chinese s--t. “My God, what a pain in the ass. I literally could hardly crawl out of

bed the last few days.” Despite getting seriously sick from the virus, Nugent said he still refuses to get the COVID-19 vaccine, falsely claiming that there are questions about its safety and origins. The 72-year-old right-wing singer has mocked mask-wearers as “sheep,” called the pandemic a “scam” and claimed the death toll was “bulls--t,” making it relatively easy to guess how he may have been infected.

April 24-30, 2021

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946-4664 Fax: 946-4661

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FLORAL DESIGNER

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BCS-CS/ GRACE BAY CAR RENTALS Is seeking to employ

LABOURER

V A C A N C Y

FIBER TO THE HOME (FTTH)MANAGER Primary objective of the job: Lead and motivate a team responsible for System network maintenance, including installation, repair of services to Residential and Business customers. The FTTH manager manages Digicel’s FTTH/FTTB and Fiber network managing all internal teams and contractors where applicable. They will also for and coordinate activities with the SOC, third line support services, Network & Services security and third party operations. This is a key role that needs an in-depth understanding of technical operations, associated processes and procedures, solid people management skills, good communications and an understanding of commercial impacts of operational failures. The ability to reduce operational overheads and accurate measurement of performance is also important.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide supervision and direction for the Installation, Service, Network Maintenance, and Dispatch, teams, and Head end areas relating to the OSP and for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. • Manage and evaluate assigned and completed field work for conformance with Technical standards. • This individual will be responsible for the overall management of each particular Fiber-To-The-Home (FTTH) project assigned. This will include but is not limited to schedule performance, cost actuals versus budget, cost tracking and management, build quality, reporting accuracy, project tracker accuracy and timeliness, communication of updates and interface into the broader FTTH team, client and community. • Provides clear direction to team members and distributes workload to capitalize on individual and group strengths while ensuring balanced exposure to work experience and development opportunities • Achieves or exceeds project schedule commitments within the financial targets; tracks, reports and communicates project progress including resolving and providing solutions to any project roadblocks • Provides strong leadership to construction team members, capitalizing on individual and group strengths • Provides early communication on potential due date, interval and/or budget slips to project unit leadership; participates in project meetings and effectively supports the overall project effort; supports owner meetings as necessary • Ensures that as-built drawings for project are provided to owner upon completion of construction for each segment • Performs other duties as assigned • Initiates meetings and training sessions for technical personnel. • Responsible for the operational performance of your area as measured by Network, Business and Core fault repair SLA’s, Customer Impacts, and Business Installs. • Responsible for regularly reviewing operational reports to identify areas for improvement, implement solutions including performance improvement plans • Effectively plan and implement preventative maintenance activities to improve and maximize Network and service availability. • Responsible for the acceptance of Network developments, new products and services plus Network upgrades, ensuring they comply with engineering and operational guidelines/specifications. • Demonstrate proficient monitoring and use of network management platforms, ensuring QoS and

maintaining change management processes. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with our internal and external customers and suppliers ensuring consistent quality of service. Actively gather detailed feedback from internal and external customers. Monitor performance against objectives and targets • Maintain technical and operational documentation in accordance with Digicel Group operational processes and procedures. • Supervise contractors working within your area of responsibility as and when required. • Deliver effective performance management through regular advisor coaching sessions on an individual and team basis to deliver service excellence. Conduct regular performance reviews with colleagues to ensure objectives are set and progress is regularly reviewed, including meeting all Work Force Management criteria. Identify training for internal resources. • Manage Health & Safety regulations, to identify and arrange for the delivery of Health & Safety training requirements in line with Company policy. Ensure that teams, including contractors, adhere to current Health & Safety. • Effective management of OPEX budget and CAPEX expenditure ensuring compliance to Digicel’s financial governance processes

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR JOB:

• 10-15 years Previous experience in a Cable Television, Broadband, HFC, FTTH Field operations • In-depth working knowledge of Fibre Optic (FTTH, GPON and DWDM) networks. • Strong experience in all aspects of Fibre Networks of outside plant deployment, specifications and industry standards. • Good knowledge of access technologies • Good knowledge and use of micro soft office packages • Good knowledge of GIS an advantage • Minimum 5 years working directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities • Previously held similar level position of Fibre Optics networks at a telecommunications operating company. • Engineering degree or equivalent.

DEADLINE:

Positions open to all qualified Turks and Caicos nationals. Interested applicants can forward their resumes to https://careers.digicelgroup.com The closing date for applications is April 23rd 2021 24881

• Must be able to read, write and speak English • Perform tasks involving physical labour. • Must be able to clean area properly • Check the fluid and water levels, tires, Salary: $7.50 per hour

RENTAL AGENT

• Rental Agent is required to handle enquiries involved with renting vehicles. Must have excellent customer service skills. You will also need good communication skills and a basic understanding of vehicle types. • Salary $6.25 per hour

These positions are for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of our resume to the Labor Department. DROP OFF ALL APPLICATIONS TO #1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES BEFORE CHINSON’S RESTAURANTS OR EMAIL: FRANTZ@GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM OR TELEPHONE: 649-441-8515

AG CONSTRUCTION

#62 Malvin Road, Juba Sound 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: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 244-5638

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24972 ELITE SECURITY & PRIVATE INVESTIGATIONS 30 Reo Drive Limited, Juba Sound, Providenciales Is seeking a

SECURITY OFFICER

• Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry. Obtains help by sounding alarms. • Must have over 5 years’ experience. Salary: $7 hourly

ALBERT HIGGS

Pelican Beach Drive, Whitby, North Caicos Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. Salary: $12 hourly

CONTACT: 341-1683

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24970

ERIC W. SMITH

Old Airport Road, Grand Turk 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 housework. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0167

CONTACT: 649-231-0047

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24973

FAITH TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD

G&C CARPENTRY

Email: elitesecurity@tciway.tc Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24996

is seeking a:

PASTOR

• MUST be a Born Again Believer • Provide spiritual guidance to church and community • Lead others into a growing relationship with Jesus • Preaching and conducting worship service • Community outreach Salary: $1,500.00 per month SUBMIT APPLICATION ALONG WITH PHOTOGRAPH TO: FAITH TABERNACLE CHURCH OF GOD CHAPEL HILL PROVIDENCIALES TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS TEL:649-232-3200 24976

COOPER JACK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Cleaning everything in the company. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-346-7379

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

24949

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BENSON E. RIGBY

CAICOS CAFÉ LTD

LABOURER

DISHWASHER

#59 South Dock Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 341-8585

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24982

AMITTE CLAIRE

New Subdivision, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-2996

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position

24969

GOVERNORS ROAD, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

• Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment and utensils. • Maintain kitchen works area equipment utensils in a clean and orderly manner. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 946-5278

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24959

A&W CONSTRUCTION

#3 Norway Road, Kew Town Is seeking 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. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $9 hourly

CONTACT: 244-1698

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24984

CHEEK, LASHES & BROWS MOBILE Is seeking to employ a

EYELASH/ EYEBROW SPECIALIST Perform eyelash and eyebrow services. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-5535 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24977

HERITAGE HORSEBACK RIDING #357 South Dock Road

STABLE HAND

Riding and horse handling (training, grooming, tacking up, cleaning tack, cleaning stalls, and lunging). Salary-$1,200 per month. Must have experience with horses be able to administer treatment.

CONTACT 2321970

EMAIL: HERITAGE HORSEBACKRIDING2015@GMAIL.COM

this position is vacant Belonger are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

25017

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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CHRISTINE HANDFIELD Contact : 946-7705 Withby North Caicos Turks and Caicos Islands Seeks:

ONE DOMESTIC WORKER

DUTIES: clean, iron and another household chores. To work Monday – Saturday. Salary: $6.25 (POSITION CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER) BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT

25024

CLASSIFIEDS 35 DARYL BAXTER

ELEANOR HALL

NANNY

MAINTENANCE WORKER

108 YELLOW ELDER ST., LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-5603

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24974

248 PALM CIRCLE, LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2701

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24986

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CHINSON RESTAURANT GROUP

JOB OPPORTUNITIES KITCHEN HELPERS/CLEANER

• General cleaning of the kitchen and pastry room • Assist with prep work and washing utensils • Willing to work weekends and long hours Salary $6.50 per hour Renewal

CASHIER/HOSTESS

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER DAYCARE AIDE

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 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 667 Community Fellowship Centre, A.O.G Leeward Highway, Contact: 9413484 Or Cell: 243-5304 P.O. Box 939, Providenciales, Turks And Caicos’ Islands, Email:Ccacademy2008@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. 25004

• Must be able to work long hours and remain calm under pressure • Clean police record • Ability to multi-task is essential • Must be very honest • Enjoy providing excellent customer service • English plus fluency in at least one other language – Spanish • Salary $6.50 per hour plus tips Renewal

COOKS

• Must be able to obtain sanitation certificate • Must be experienced in the production of Oriential cuisines • Must be able to prepare Caribbean Cuisines • Willing to work long hours and weekends Salary $8.00 per hour Renewal PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING WITH FULL RESUME NO LATER THAN APRIL 30TH, 2021

The Managing Director Chinson Restaurant & Pastries P.O.Box 293, #14 Savannah Road Leeward Highway, Providenciales 24952

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IGLESIA DE DIOS IMPACTO DE GLORIA

GENESISAUTO MOBILE REPAIRS Industrial Drive, Opposite Pioneer's Cleaners, Providenciales

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

NEED 3 MECHANICS PAY SET @ $15 PER HOUR

ASSISTANT PASTOR

HOURS OF WORK MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7 AM -5 PM & SATURDAY 7 AM TO 3 PM JOB DESCRIPTION • Perform maintenance and repair on customer vehicles. • Identify problems with vehicles using the diagnostic equipment. • Explain automotive repairs and issues and provide great customer service. • Plan repair procedures using chart manuals and experience. • Test the functionality of parts and systems • Perform basic auto care and maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid level

PROVO STEVEDORING LIMITED is seeking to employ a operator with the knowledge of handling heavy equipment.

• • • • • •

checks, and tire rotation. Repair and replace brake pads, wheel bearings, sensors, and other parts. Perform routine maintenance and general mechanic work on vehicles. Prepared to get the additional certification as needed. Willingness to learn with hands-on training. Help keep repair shops clean and organized. Keep a professional appearance.

To assist with church services and Sunday school weekly. Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 241-1651

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24971

PRADA LOUNGE BAR & GRILL #7 IBO Building, Behind Ball Park, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER

QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum 5 years heavy equipment experience • Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License COMPENSATION • Based on Experience, approximately $15 ~ $18 per Hour POSITION TYPE • Full-Time LOCATION Grand Turk

Receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct. Salary: $6.25 hourly

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO MAIN OFFICE AT PROVO STEVEDORING LIMITED, SOUTH DOCK PORT PROVIDENCIALES TCI. VIA FAX (649) 946-4828 OR EMAIL: MWTENN@PROVOSTEVEDORING.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

25019

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CONTACT: 243-9659

24980

P&D EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of

DOVE RETAIL STORE

Prospect #10, Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

Clean the store every morning, upheld safe and clean working environment, clean customers bathroom, replace tissue, remove trash from the store and bathroom, assisting owner when needed. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour.

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Salary: $6.25 hourly

LABOURER

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

25018

Norway Rd, Kew Town

ASSISTANT COOK

- $6.50 HOURLY Cooking Haitian and local dishes. Contact: 243-0948

CARIBBEAN CONSTRUCTION BUILDERS #999 Leeward Highway

LABOURER

- $6.25 HOURLY Mix mortar, lift heavy materials, and clean worksite.

CONTACT: 946-5907

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

24953

LABOURER

CONTACT: 244-8820

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

25985

MILTON FILS AIME

METHODIST CHURCH

CARETAKER

CREOLE BIBLE PREACHER

TYRONE’S APT. #2 SANDY GROUND, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

MUZOU’S BAR & RESTAURANT

KAREN ADAMS POLLARD

Simpson Entry, Blue Hills Providenciales. 341-6002

Help the patient get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Plan, prepare and monitor meals. Run errands, remind patients of medications. Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 341-6586

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24960

Mission Folly, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Teach creole bible classes and to hold creole services for the creole body of believers. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-0933

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24983

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GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

#30 Neptune Plaza, Providenciales TCI. Is seeking to employ a

SPANISH SPEAKING PHYSICIAN MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • GP must speak and write Spanish, English • Must have a medical degree from an accredited University • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Primary Health Care, minimum of 3 years at a Secondary Health Care institution • Minimum of 5 years as a fully registered Medical Practitioner on a register of a recognized Medical Board. MAIN DUTIES

• Patient consultations, examinations, minor surgery • Diagnosis and treatment of illness/ailments • Manage acute and chronic illnesses • Order laboratory, diagnostic tests • Health education • Liaise with other healthcare professionals and hospitals • Computer knowledge Monthly salary $6000.00-$7500.00. Belongers only need to apply. Position currently held by work permit holder

Email: cynthia@gracebaymedical.com phone 649-941-5252. Fax 649-946-8243

24003

#101 Grace Bay Suite, Grace Bay, Providenciales. Telephone: 431-2971 Seeks to Employ

INTERIOR SUPERVISOR

• Responsible for supervising all building projects and team responsible for interior finishing. • Ensure a consistently high standard of work is produced in accordance with specification of drawings/regular quality inspections with subcontractors; • Direct and supervise day to day operations of sub-contractors and company team to ensure appliance of common operational procedures are adhered to and projects are on schedule; • Ensure material requisitions are issued in adequate time to achieve the Construction work schedule; • Schedule, control and monitor all interior finishing projects and materials on a weekly basis • Must be able to prepare material list for each job based on drawings; measure work completed by subcontractors; • Record staff hours and prepare time-sheets for payroll. Position requires working 44hrs weekly/holidays/weekends Wages: $25 per hour

THIS POSITION IS BEING ADVERTISED FOR A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO DELIVER RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT OR EMAIL: HELLO@THEKFORCE.COM 36001

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L&M CRAFT MARKET UNIT #2 ISLE HAVEN, GRACE BAY ROAD Is seeking to employ a

HELPER - $6.50 HOURLY

• Cleaning and other work needed. • Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

CRAFTMAKER - $7.50 HOURLY

Create items.

art

and

design

CONTACT: 347-0198

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24963

MERCILENE JOSEPH

#31 SNAKE HILL AVE, AFTER RODNEY ADAMS Is seeking to employ a

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 hourly

CONTACT: 346-6920

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24968

L.A.F CONSTRUCTION

87 MARBY DRIVE, JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

STEEL WORKER

Build and install iron or steel girders, columns, and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges, and other structures. Cut, position, and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete. Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-343-6168

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24962

To load/off load barge Work days MondaySaturday Salary: Basic ( Position currently held by work permit holder)

ONE (1) LABOURER

To clean up premises To work five days per week Salary: Basic ( Position currently held by work permit holder)

PROVO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

certification or diploma in education Compensation: $1350-1500 monthly Contact Information:

REQUIREMENTS: • Be a committed born again Christian preferable of Baptist faith. • Must be trained with a valid teacher’s

JANITOR/ CLEANER

To provide janitorial services at the school 5 days per week at $8.00 per

These positions are currently being held by work permit holders Email: info@provochristianschool.com | Phone: 941-5775 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board These positions currently held by work permit holders Deadline for applications is May 3rd, 2021 22383

STEEL UNLIMITED

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

STEEL MAN

LUCAS CONSTRUCTION UNLIMITED

Leeward Highway

CONTACT: 649-346-7743

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24961

JUBA SOUND, LEEWARD HIGHWAY 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 housework. Salary: $6.25 hourly

LABOURER

(Cleaning tools, mix concrete, clean site) Kew Town, Providenciales $7 Hourly, 341-1555/3463047 Position held by Work Permit Holder

SPRING WATER SERVICE

TRUCK DRIVER

(water Delivery) $7.00 hourly, 241-7878 Boodleway Blg #42 Blue Hills, Provo Position held by work permit holder BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY ONLY. ALSO SEND ALL RESUMES TO TCIPROBUSINESS@GMAIL.COM AND THE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES.

25021

THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

PRIMARY TEACHERS

CONTACT: 348-8509

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24958

LEW 1 SHIPPING LTD

19 BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS Invites qualified applicants for the following:

ELEMENTARY TEACHERS

LAVADO BASSETT

20 Honour Lane Downtown, Providenciales PH: 941-5707. Seeks the following:

TWO (2) DECKHANDS

CLASSIFIEDS 37

ONE (1) ENGINEER (BOAT MECHANIC)

To maintain vessel engines Starting Salary: $2,000.00

ONE (1) TUG AND BARGE CAPTAIN

Must have twelve (12) years experience master license for 450 tug/barge Work days MondaySaturday Starting salary: $2,000.00 25023

PROVO STEVEDORING LIMITED is seeking to employ a

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum 10 years heavy equipment experience • Clean Police Record • Valid Driver’s License COMPENSATION • Based on Experience, approximately $15 ~ $18 per Hour POSITION TYPE • Full-Time LOCATION Provo PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO MAIN OFFICE AT PROVO STEVEDORING LIMITED, SOUTH DOCK PORT PROVIDENCIALES TCI. VIA FAX (649) 946-4828 OR EMAIL: MWTENN@PROVOSTEVEDORING.COM

25020

BONE FISH UNLIMITED (231-0133) Leeward Highway, Providenciales

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary $6.25 per hour. Cleaning, general house chores, etc.

POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO SEND RESUME TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT. 24967

There are few things which are likely to have more impact on a young person's future than the quality of their education. So, we work hard to ensure that all children leave ISTCI as well-rounded individuals both socially and academically. We work hard to make sure each child makes progress based on their own individual starting point through a rich and rigorous curriculum. It is our belief that every child deserves the very best start in life and we make it our purpose to provide just that to all the children who enter our doors. We pride ourselves in our ability to provide the best possible teaching and curriculum; we want every child to make progress and achieve the very best they can; but most of all we want the children at the ISTCI to be happy and enjoy their time with us. At the heart of our school ethos, we challenge children of all abilities to achieve excellence in a wide range of academic, arts, cultural and sporting activities. We aim to equip them for the demands and opportunities of the 21st century by offering a differentiated, exciting and rigorous curriculum as an entitlement to all. We pride ourselves on the fostering of strong values: integrity, respect, self-belief, compassion and high personal endeavor, which form part of our students' everyday lives. Being part of the ISTCI is about more than schoolwork though. We offer our students an array of worthwhile and exciting experiences which they can carry with them for the rest of their lives, which we believe will prepare them to be successful and well-rounded global citizens. Our successful school is growing and for that reason we are seeking new staff, across the breadth of the school. Specialisms may be useful, particularly in English, but in the primary ages we would look for candidates who are outstanding all-round classroom teachers. OUR REQUIREMENTS

We employ Teachers who: • Are focused in helping children achieve high levels of progress in a happy and effective learning environment, • Have a proven track record of outstanding teaching • Are graduates with qualified teacher status and preferably at least 3 years’ successful teaching experience, • Have knowledge and experience of the British National Curriculum • Possess strong IT skills • Be committed to differentiation and SEND inclusive practice • Be able to effectively monitor, assess, record and report on pupils’ progress • Display confidence in working within & contributing to a supportive team • Possess a willingness to work collaboratively and plan across the curriculum • Possess the desire to work closely with parents & to support school events • Have good interpersonal skills and work well in teams • Possess secure IT skills • Are able to contribute to the development of extracurricular opportunities • Are excited about living in a small community • Are adaptable to different ways of life • Are sociable and outgoing, happy to make the effort to meet new people and embrace island life WE PROVIDE:

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Enthusiastic children who are keen to learn A stimulating and supportive working environment Detailed information concerning the life in the TCI Support with applying for your Working Permit etc.

Please apply with resume and covering letter to, principal@internationalschooltci.com including details of 2 references, who can be contacted in support of your application.

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 27TH, 2021

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-01

MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Education Policy and Planning Unit MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 7 $41,205.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: The job holder will support the Ministry of Education, Youth, Culture, Social and Library Services in data collection analysis and learning activities to help ensure accountability and efficiency in the delivery and implementation of policies, programs and strategic plans. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-03

SPECIAL EDUCATION NEEDS TEACHER MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service DEPARTMENT: Education LOCATION: Various SALARY: $35,926.25 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position which has responsibility for the instruction and supervision of students in primary schools. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-06

GRADUATE UPPER PRIMARY TEACHER

MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service DEPARTMENT: Education LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: $35,926.25 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position which has responsibility for the instruction and supervision of students in primary schools. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-07

GUIDANCE COUNSELLOR

DEPARTMENT: Education Department MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service LOCATION: South Caicos (Marjorie Basden High School) SALARY: $35,926.25 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY:

This is a professional position which has unit level responsibility to help students overcome problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational and life plans that hold promise for their personal fulfillment as mature and responsible men and women. JOB REFERENCE: LSB6-21-18

SENIOR LABOUR INSPECTOR

DEPARTMENT: Employment Services MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service LOCATION: Grand Turk/Providenciales, however at the discretion of the TCI Public Service the incumbent may be relocated to another part of TCI. SALARY: GRADE 6.1: $33,415.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This is a Supervisory Middle Management position providing key support to the operational teams with island wide responsibility for monitoring the work of the Labour Inspector as it relates to compliance with the TCI Employment Ordinance and ILO standards, policies and procedures. JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-19

SENIOR CASEWORKER SUPERVISOR

DEPARTMENT: Employment Services Department MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 6.1: $33,415.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This position exists to provide management and operational oversight over Case-workers within the Department of Employment Services. JOB REF: LSB6-21-20

RESEARCH AND PLANNING OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: Employment Services Department MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 6.1: $33,415.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This incumbent is to undertake research and evaluation activities that will provide the Department / Ministry with evidence required for the formulation, implementation and evaluation of policies. The outcome of research findings often influences decisions and can result in a change of various social policies. The role is challenging and very diverse.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-21

LABOUR INSPECTOR

DEPARTMENT: Employment Services MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment & Customer Service Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 5.1: $$26,650.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative and operational support position initially with island wide responsibility for monitoring and regulation of labour laws, policy, standards and procedures. JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-23

CUSTOMER SERVICE CLERK

DEPARTMENT: Customer Service Center MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment Customer Service Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 4.1: $21,935.00 PER ANNUM

JOB SUMMARY: Customer services is an integral part of the Department of an organization, especially one like the Ministry of Immigration Customer Service Department known as the One Stop Shop. It means communicating with the customers and answering their queries both locally and internationally. Hence, the customer services team is dedicated towards making sure that the customer queries are resolved on time and that they are satisfied with the organization, thereby leaving a good impression. JOB REFERENCE NO.: KHB6-21-44

LIBRARY ASSISTANT

MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service DEPARTMENT: Library Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY GRADE 4.1: $21,935.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: Ensure library objectives are met by assisting in all planned activities of the Library. Being aware of happenings in the community and advising the Chief Librarian of same as these may affect planned library activities. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-45

PRINCIPAL (OGPS)

DEPARTMENT: Education Department MINISTRY: Education, Labour, Employment and Customer Service CONTINUED

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 27TH, 2021 LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: $46,996.25 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior professional position which has responsibility for the administration of the daily operations of the primary school. The job holder is required to manage school operations, supervise staff and students, ensure the appropriate instruction and discipline of the student body and manage the school’s finances and supply inventory.

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-04

SENIOR SOCIAL WORKERCHILD PROTECTION MINISTRY: Home Affairs and Transportation DEPARTMENT: Social Development LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 7 - $41,205.00 per annum plus Allowances JOB SUMMARY To provide professional social work services to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands. This is a specialized professional position, which has a wide responsibility for the provision of services to children in need of care and protection, families in need of support, foster care services, adoption and children and families involved with the court. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-05

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

MINISTRY: Home Affairs and Transportation DEPARTMENT: Social Development LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5 – 26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This is an administrative position, which has responsibility for the smooth operation of administrative functions in the office and for dealing with information that is sensitive and/or confidential. JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB6-21-8

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

MINISTRY: Home Affairs and Transportation DEPARTMENT: Road Safety Department LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 8.1 – 51,147.50 per annum JOB SUMMARY: The Deputy Director has responsibility for the administration of the Road Safety Department and the enforcement of the Road Safety Ordinance throughout TCI. The job holder will oversee the daily operations of the Grand Turk office, oversee and advice on policy and strategy to ensure the effective delivery of enforcement of the Road Safety Code, educate the public and liaise as required regarding amendments to the Road Traffic and Motor Vehicle driving license JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB6-21-9

DIRECTOR OF SURVEY AND MAPPING

MINISTRY: Attorney General’s Chambers DEPARTMENT: Survey and Mapping LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 9: $59,552.00 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior management position with nationwide responsibility for the administration of the Survey and Mapping Department and enforcement of the Survey Regulations under the Land Survey Ordinance throughout TCI. The job holder will oversee the Department's daily functions, manage the staff, and ensure the enforcement of the Survey Regulation under the Land Survey Ordinance. JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB6-21-10

ASSISTANT CLERK

MINISTRY: Judicial Administrative (MAGISTRATE COURT) LOCATION: PROVIDENCIALES (This job is based in Providenciales but at the discretion of TCI Public Service may be relocated to another part of the TCI). SALARY: Grade 5 $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY The Assistant Clerk is responsible to assist the Clerk of Courts to protect the integrity of the public records and public funds and the Clerk receives, manages and possesses all court documents, collects and disburses all court fees, fines and costs. The Assistant Clerk provides support to the Clerk of Courts to enable the Court to fulfil all its functions. JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB6-21-11

BAILIFF

MINISTRY: Judicial Administration LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 5 $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY The job holder is primarily responsible for Serving of Process and other documents, Execution of Writs. JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB6-21-12

AIDE DE CAMP

LOCATION: The job is primarily based in Providenciales but at the discretion of the Head of Department or TCI Public Service, may be relocated to Grand Turk or another part of the Turks and Caicos Islands. SALARY: Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum and Allowances JOB SUMMARY: This professional position has system wide responsibility for conducting prosecutions at all levels of Court, including Magistrates Court, Supreme Court and Court of Appeal. Prosecutors must also be responsible for providing accurate legal advice to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force and other governmental enforcement agencies at short notice with respect to the application of the law. Prosecutors are also expected to assist with Extradition Proceedings, Confiscation Proceedings and respond to Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty requests.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-14

ACCOUNTS OFFICER

MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade DEPARTMENT: Financial Services & Supplies Department (Accountant General Department) LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 5.1 $26,650.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This is an accounting support position. It has responsibility for the effective administration of the cash management processes which includes update of the cash flow forecast, reconciliation of bank accounts and supporting ledger accounts and management and update of the bank accounts and bank register. The job holder will provide impartial, accurate and timely information when requested by the Assistant Accountant General, Treasury Management.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-15

COMPLIANCE OFFICER

MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade DEPARTMENT: Financial Transactions Information Exchange LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: GRADE 7.1 $41,205.00 PER ANNUM

JOB SUMMARY The job holder is primarily responsible for providing transportation services and general assistance to the Hon. Chief Justice in performing their official duties.

JOB SUMMARY: The post holder will report to the Deputy Director of Exchange of Information and will be responsible for assisting with the full range of competent authority functions, including the implementation of new agreements, the execution of requests, the making of compliance examination, and the handling of legal and enforcement issues arising from any aspect of the competent authority’s work.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LWB6-21-13

JOB REF: LSB6-21-17

MINISTRY: Judicial Administration LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 4 - $21,935.00 per annum

PUBLIC PROSECUTOR

MINISTRY: Office of the Director of Public Prosecution DEPARTMENT: Office of the Director of Public Prosecution

SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER

MINISTRY: Finance, Investment and Trade DEPARTMENT: Financial Services and Supplies CONTINUED

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 27TH, 2021 Management (Accountant General Department) LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 7 - $41,205.00 per annum

DEPARTMENT: Human Resource Management Directorate LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 7 - $41,205.00 plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: The incumbent will provide financial support to the Ministry/Administrative Unit assigned on all financial matters pertaining to that portfolio (including all departments and sections). He/she will ensure that the portfolio fulfills the financial requirements of the Public Financial Management Ordinance and Regulations 2012 and the Public Procurement Ordinance 2012 and ensure that all accounting and financial systems of the portfolio are properly structured and are managed in an efficient and timely manner

JOB SUMMARY: The Human Resources Officer (HRO) advises the Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments on the implementation of policies relating to the effective use of personnel throughout the Public Service in accordance with the Public Service Ordinance, the Employee Handbook and the Financial Regulations.

JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-16

SENIOR CUSTOMS OFFICER

MINISTRY: Immigration and Border Services DEPARTMENT: Customs Department LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 6.1 $33,415.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This position is the team leader responsible for the operational units within the Customs Department. JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-22

HEAD OF SECRETARIAT

MINISTRY: Immigration, Citizenship, Labour & Employment Services LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: GRADE 7.1: $41,205.00 PER ANNUM JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior position responsible for coordinating the political and administrative interface between the Minister and Permanent Secretary in the allocated Ministry. JOB REFERENCE NO: LSB6-21-24

INTELLIGENCE MANAGER

DEPARTMENT: Immigration Department MINISTRY: Immigration, Citizenship, Labour and Employment LOCATION: Providenciales JOB SUMMARY: This position is to support the Department in the key areas of tactical employment, training, administration, personnel management, maintenance, force protection, and sustainment of the Intelligence Team. To mobilize the team to integrate and synchronize a variety of techniques to gather and analyze information and disburse according to instruction. In addition, the holder must lead by personal example and is fully responsible for the team’s activities. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-25

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER MINISTRY: Deputy Governor’s Office

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-26

SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR

MINISTRY: Independent – Office of the Governor DEPARTMENT: Office of the Chief Internal Auditor LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 7.1 - $41,205.00 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: The successful candidate will be accountable to the Chief Internal Auditor through the Internal Audit Manager and have responsibility for developing the strategy for financial and operational audits and taking lead responsibility for these audits as part of the approved annual internal audit plan. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-27

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MINISTRY: Office of the Premier LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: $85,000.00 per annum

JOB SUMMARY: This is a Senior Management position with responsibility for the effective and efficient management of the affairs of the Office of the Premier and provides the critical interface between the Premier’s Office and the TCIG, TCI Business Organizations, Non-Government Organizations and the Legislative Assembly and Cabinet.

JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior position responsible for co-ordinating the political and administrative interface between the Minister and Permanent Executive Director in the allocated Ministry. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-30

DEPUTY CHIEF EPIDEMIOLOGIST

DEPARTMENT: National Epidemiology and Research Unit MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 8.1 - $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: To assist/support the Chief of Epidemiology and Research to plan, develop and implement epidemiologic and research programmes under the auspices of the National Epidemiology and Research Unit (NERU) to ensure collection, analysis, and interpretation of data about health effects and risks in TCI and disseminate this information locally, regionally and internationally as appropriate to be utilized in particular to promote evidence-informed decision making in health in TCI. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-32

COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH NURSE

DEPARTMENT: Mental Health and Substance Dependence Unit MINISTRY: Ministry of Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 6 $33,415.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: To facilitate and deliver an effective and efficient Mental Health Care program that is consistent with current practices and acceptable by the Turks and Caicos Islands Health Services.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-33 JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-28

AIDE DE CAMP

MINISTRY: Office of the Premier LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5 - $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is primarily responsible for assisting with the provision of transportation services and to the Premier and the First Family and the Acting Premier in performing their official duties. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-29

HEAD OF SECRETARIAT

MINISTRY: Office of the Premier LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 7.1 $41,205.00 per annum plus allowances

MENTAL HEALTH AIDE

DEPARTMENT: Mental Health and Substance Dependence Unit MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5.1 $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: Monitor, assist and follow up on mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-34

CLINICAL NURSE (MEDICAL)

MINISTRY: Health, Agriculture and Human Services DEPARTMENT: Special Needs Unit – Wellness Center CONTINUED

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GOVERNMENT VACANCIES APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 27TH, 2021 LOCATION: South Caicos SALARY: Grade 5 - $26,650.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This a professional nursing position with basic level responsibility for patient/client health care in the Wellness Center/Special Needs Unit on Grand Turk and South Caicos. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-35

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB6-21-39

ASSISTANT DEPUTY DIRECTOR

DEPARTMENT: Public Works Programme Management MINISTRY: Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development LOCATION: PROVIDENICALES SALARY: Grade 8.1: $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances

JOB SUMMARY: This is a direct operational response position within the Emergency Medical Services. The job holder will respond to emergencies in a safe manner and assist in the extrication, stabilization, care and transportation of the ill and injured as required.

JOB SUMMARY: As the Assistant Deputy Director, the job holder will assist the Deputy Director with the development of Government infrastructure. The Assistant Deputy Director is expected to assist in providing the leadership necessary to ensure that development and maintenance works programmes reflect the realistic aspirations of Government and are implemented to time and budget. Moreover, the principle function of this post is commercial management of PWD, but a high degree of technical proficiency will be required to oversee the performance of the three technical divisions.

JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-36

JOB REFERENCE NO: CFB6-21-43

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services DEPARTMENT: Emergency Medical Services LOCATION: Grand Turk SALARY: Grade 5.1 - $26,650.00 per annum plus allowances

SENIOR PRESS OFFICER

MINISTRY: Deputy Governor’s Office LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 7 - $41,205.00 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is responsible for overseeing the performance and service delivery standards for the Government Press Office. They develop and oversee the implementation of Communication and Public Awareness Plans and Strategies across the TCIG. JOB REFERENCE NO: KHB6-21-37

SENIOR FINANCIAL AUDIT MANAGER

MINISTRY: National Audit Office DEPARTMENT: National Audit Office LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 10 - $73,185.00 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Financial Audit Manager has responsibility for the annual auditing cycle as directed by the Auditor General. The incumbent in this position will be accountable for the execution of audits within time and budget. This position is constrained by timeliness and accuracy in reporting and must ensure conformity and consistency of its actions with prevailing International Standards on Auditing (ISA’s), the International Standards of Supreme Audit Institutions (ISSAI) or other relevant standards.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PLANNING

DEPARTMENT: PLANNING DEPARTMENT MINISTRY: Physical Planning and Infrastructure Development LOCATION: PROVIDENICALES SALARY: Grade 8.1: $51,147.50 per annum JOB SUMMARY: This is a line management position with nationwide responsibility for the administration of the Planning Department and the enforcement of the Physical Planning Ordinance and the regulations made there under throughout TCI. The job holder will oversee the Department's daily functions in relation to forward planning, manage junior the staff, and ensure the enforcement of the Planning Regulation.

JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-41

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services DEPARTMENT: Special Needs Unit – SNAP Center LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position, performing evaluations, developing and implementing effective patient treatment plans to restore, compensate or adapt for loss of patient function, by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy treatments in accordance with professional

standards governing the facility and their discipline. Collaborating with multidisciplinary team members; providing physical and psychological support to patients, friends and families; supervising assigned team members. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-42

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

MINISTRY: Health and Human Services DEARPTMENT: Special Needs Unit – SNAP Center LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: Grade 8 - $51,147.50 per annum plus allowances JOB SUMMARY: This is a professional position, performing evaluations, developing and implementing effective patient treatment plans to restore, compensate or adapt for loss of patient function, by planning and administering medically prescribed therapy treatments in accordance with professional standards governing the facility and their discipline. JOB REFERENCE NO: CBB06-21-31

LABOURER

MINISTRY: Tourism, Agriculture, Fisheries, Heritage, Religious Affairs and the Environment DEPARTMENT: Agriculture Department LOCATION: Providenciales SALARY: $499.98 bi –weekly JOB SUMMARY: The post holder's responsibilities include providing labour / assistance in all aspects of animal (canine) control. Working under the instruction of the Supervisors the labourer may be required to work alone or with a small team.

STATUTORY BODY JOB REFERENCE NO: HRAB6-21-01

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER – HEALTH REGULATORY AUTHORITY

MINISTRY: Ministry of Health, Agriculture, and Human Services LOCATION: The job is based in Providenciales, but may also have a satellite office on the Island of Grand Turk. Travel within TCI will be required. SALARY: Grade 10 $73,185.00 per annum JOB SUMMARY: The CEO implements the vision and focus set by the Board and provides leadership to staff and stakeholders. The CEO works within delegated policies, Legislations and guidelines established by the Minister and Health Regulation Authority board from time to time.

For full details regarding this position please visit our website at https://www.gov.tc/government-vacancies Please note: (Applications that are not accompanied by all required supporting documents will not be processed). (APPLICATION DEADLINE: 27th APRIL 2021)

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GENERATOR MAINTENANCE MAN

• Monthly repairs to generators • Maintain records and files, prepare reports and order supplies/ equipment • Perform complex maintenance, testing, operated, diagnosed, repaired, and aligned generators • Rate $10-$15

LABOURER

– position held by a work permit holder • Assist Electricians and plumbers on job sites • Clean up job sites • Rate 6.25 – 10 per hour

ELECTRICIAN

– Position to be held by a work permit holder DUTIES • Read blueprints or technical diagrams • Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems • Inspect electrical components, such as transformers and circuit breakers • Identify electrical problems with a variety of testing devices • Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools • Follow local building regulations • Rate starting at $10 -$ 13.50 per hour

PLUMBER

– Position to be help by a work permit holder DUTIES • 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 • Assembles fittings and valves for installation • Installs water heaters • Tests plumbing systems for leaks and other problems • Analyses problem and identifies appropriate tools and materials for repair • Performs inspections of plumbing systems to identify and replace worn parts • Rate starting at $9 - $13 per hour

GORDON SUPPLY

Store Clerk – position held by a work permit holder Duties: • Greets customers. • Assists customers in locating items on the sales floor. • Retrieves items from the stockroom as needed.

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS • Explains product features and benefits to customers. • Processes register transactions. • Assists in taking store inventory. • Maintains inventory records. • Restocks items on the sales floor. • Makes sure store is neat and well organized. • Answers customer questions about items in stock. • Addresses and resolves customer issues and concerns. • Answers store telephones, assists callers • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays • Rate $8.25 per hour

LABOURER

- position held by a work permit holder • Assist customers with loading items in vehicle • Cut wires & pipes • helps clean the store during closing shifts • Rate $7.50 per hour

THE LODGINGS

VILLA HOUSEKEEPER

- To be held by work permit holder DUTIES: • Answer immediately to request from guests, as well as from other departments • Load cart with supplies such as linens and move it to the required area • Enter guest rooms by adhering to proper procedures and ensure they are vacant • Replace used amenities in guest rooms • Provide clean linens and terry for dirty ones • Fold towels, make beds, and ensure bathrooms are clean • Take away, room service items, dirty linen, and trash • Perform check on all room appliances to ensure they are in good working condition • Adjust furniture, desk items, and appliances when necessary • Dust furnishings and walls and remove marks from them • Carry out floor care duties in hallway and guest rooms, and mop floor • Adhere to all safety, security, and company procedures and policies • Rate $6.50-$9.10 per hour Address: 34 Williams Plaza, Old Airport Road, Providenciales. Contact 946-4726 .

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LABOURER

- position held by a work permit holder • Stocking shelves and freezer • off load pallets when new shipment arrives • Rate 7.00 per hour Address: 54 Airport Road , Providencilaies

RESUMES CAN BE FAXED TO 941-3425 AND THE LABOR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

April 24-30, 2021

I M M E D I AT E O P E N I N G

PAYMASTER/GENERAL CASHIER AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Must be able to prepare cash advances for groups including; approving request for all cash advances with Banks, Accounts Payable and Income Auditor • Responsible for ensuring all cash advances are delivered and signed by relevant parties as and when required. • Administration of all Personal Action Forms (PAF) and applications for leave request • Responsible for distribution of manual cheques to relevant Department Heads • Ensure payroll is signed off by Financial Controller and processed within periodic time frames • Administration of all payroll components and ensuring employee information is updated in the payroll system and coded to relevant departments • Ensure employee information is approved in time saver before transferred to payroll system • Responsible for processing manual cheques and interim payments to the payroll system • Calculation and equal distribution of Hotel general service charge • Administration of vacation roster for resort ensuring all accrued and taken leave is monitored and recorded in an effective manner • Coordinate finger prints in setups • Daily deposits/change for operations team • Revision of all monthly medical invoices ensuring correct deductions are being made for corresponding employees • Maintaining employee confidence by protecting payroll operations and keeping information confidential • Assist with any other task requested by the Financial Controller KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENT:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Hotel or Corporate environment • Accuracy and attention to detail • Must have experience in cash handling • Able to communicate in English both written and spoken. • Must have data entry skills • Able to handle a fast-paced environment and be able to work under pressure • Must be organized and detailed oriented • Must be good with using systems • Quick learner and desire to develop new technical skills • Holds a valid drivers license • Demonstrated knowledge and experience with working in an accounts/ payroll department Starting salary is between $31,000 – $36,000 per annum excluding service charge. *POSITIONS MARKED WITH (*) ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER.

Interested applicants should apply to The Shore Club, Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday, and bring along an updated resume, or by emailing your resume to Attention Tiersa Hall, Director of Human Resources at tiersa.hall@hartlinggroup.com or careers@theshoreclubtc.com no later than end of day May 8th 2021. Resumes can also be submitted to the Labor Department directly. The Shore Club HR Office can be contacted at (649) 946-8666.

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

OPERATIONS MANAGER

As an Operations Manager you must have the passion to grow sales along with exceptional customer service and communication skills. A hard worker with integrity and great management skills. Candidate must have at least 6-8 years experience in the field. • Delivering exceptional Customer service and passion to Grow Sales and Control Costs • Identifying, hiring and training talent especially Belongers. MUST HAVE THROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING: • Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, QuickBooks Pro 2020, Microsoft Excel, and Inventory control management. • Extensive knowledge of SMS Front & Back Office POS System • Extensive knowledge of NCR 7456 POS • Extensive knowledge of THYME SOFTWARE • Plans and directs the day-to-day operations of a grocery store. • Develops strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, and increase profitability. • Ensures customer needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is quick and efficient. • Forecasts staffing needs and develops a recruiting strategy to provide optimal staffing in all areas • Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. • Must be responsible in identifying and interviewing Belongers for hiring; • Setting up a training program for employees re proper merchandising and customer service skills as well as the workings of running an International Grocery Store. • Understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash-flow management. • Ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees. • Candidate must be multilingual. • Work schedule will include weekends, holidays, as required to meet the demands of the position. Salary range commensurate with experience. Email Resume to: sanjay@alliedcaribbean.net This Position is for first time work permit interested Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of the resume to the Labour Department. 25002

SKYLINE INDUSTRIES LTD.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES The Financial Services Commission (FSC), the regulator of financial services business in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking suitably qualified applicants to fill several vacancies. APPLICATION DEADLINE 30 APRIL 2021

OFFICE MANAGER – GDT Department: Human Resources & Administration Location: Grand Turk Annual Salary: $41,205.00-$47,457.50 JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Deputy Director, Human Resource and Administration, the Office Manager is responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating office administration services for the FSC’s main offices, including, procuring equipment (excluding computer related equipment) furniture, office supplies and other goods; organizing and monitoring repair and maintenance activities for buildings, grounds, equipment (other than computer related equipment) and vehicles owned/rented by the FSC and ensuring the safety and security of all the FSC’s assets and property, it’s workers and members of the public. This also includes maintaining relevant files/records and other related administrative functions. Details on the above vacancies can be found on the Commission’s website at https://tcifsc.tc/vacancies/ or by contacting the Commission at telephone numbers 649-946-2550 ext. 4021 or 4048. Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than 30 April 2021. A copy of the application should be submitted to the Employment Services Department by emailing to CHbacchus@gov. tc and MCadams@gov.tc. Applications received after the application deadline may not be considered in this recruitment phase but may be placed on file for future reference. While we appreciate your response, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SKYLINE INDUSTRIES LTD.

IS LOOKING FOR A QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED APPLICANT FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION;

BUSINESS ANALYST

BUSINESS ANALYST Reporting to the Managing Director, the responsible person elicits, analyzes, specifies, and validates the business needs of stakeholders, be they customers or end users. Research, review, and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing requirements by gathering processes and developing strategies for further leverage. The selected candidate will be responsible for: verifying requirements for consistency, comprehensibility, feasibility, and conformity to standards. Holds the ability to translate conceptual customer requirements into functional requirements. Interpreting customer requirements into feasible options and communicating these back to the business stakeholders. Communicates changes, enhancements, and modifications of business requirements — verbally or through written documentation to project managers, sponsors, and other stakeholders so that issues and solutions are understood and resolved for maximum beneficial outcome.

Reporting to the Managing Director, the responsible person elicits, analyzes, specifies, and validates the business needs of stakeholders, be they customers or end users. Research, review, and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing requirements by gathering processes and developing strategies for further leverage. The selected candidate will be responsible for: verifying requirements for consistency, comprehensibility, feasibility, and conformity to standards. Holds the ability to translate conceptual customer requirements into functional requirements. Interpreting customer requirements into feasible options and communicating these back to the business stakeholders. Communicates changes, enhancements, and modifications of business requirements — verbally or through written documentation to project managers, sponsors, and other stakeholders so that issues and solutions are understood and resolved for maximum beneficial outcome.

He/she must have the ability to quickly assess and advise on the larger risks before making recommendations for improvement related to detail procedures and duties. Graduate Degree in a related field/ 4+ years’ experience of this nature.

All interested applicants, please send resumes to info@ho2group.com. Preference will be given to experienced and qualified Belongers. Only those receiving an interview will be contacted.

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TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE PROGRAMME OFFERING FOR 2021/2022 Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admissions into the following programmes at the TCICC for the semester commencing Tuesday, August 24, 2021. FACULTY OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BSA)

1. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

Two Year Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Both Campuses) with concentration in: o Accounting o Finance & Management o Human Resource Management o Marketing

2. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Business Studies (Both Campuses)

3. CERTIFICATE COURSES

One-Year Certificate Program in: o Business Studies (Both Campuses)

Two-Year Bachelor’s Degree in: o Hospitality Management (Provo Campus) o Tourism Management and Entertainment (Provo Campus)

2. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Hospitality Management (Provo Campus) o Culinary Arts (Provo Campus) o Tourism Management (Both Campuses)

3. CERTIFICATE COURSES

One-Year Certificate Program in: o Hospitality Studies (Provo Campus) FACULTY OF HUMANITY & LIBERAL STUDIES (HLS)

1. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

FACULTY OF COMPUTERS, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS (CEM)

Two-Year Bachelor’s Degree in: o Social Work (Grand Turk Campus)

1. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

2. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Bachelor’s Degree in: o Information Technology (Grand Turk Campus) o Management Information Systems (Grand Turk Campus)

2. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Computer Studies (Both Campuses) o Computer-Electronics Engineering Tech (Grand Turk Campus) o Electrical Engineering Technology (Grand Turk Campus) o Information Technology (Grand Turk Campus)

3. CERTIFICATE COURSES

One-Year Certificate Program in: o Computer Applications (Both Campuses) o Electrical Engineering (Both Campuses) FACULTY OF EDUCATION & TRAINING (EDT)

1. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

Two-Year Bachelor’s Degree in: o Early Childhood Education (Both Campuses) o Primary Education (Both Campuses)

2. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Early Childhood Education (Both Campuses) o Primary Education (Both Campuses) o Secondary Education: • Computer/Business • English/Social Studies • Math/Business • Math/Computers • Math/Science (Grand Turk Campus only) • Music/English/Math/Social Studies FACULTY OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT (HTM)

1. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Criminal Justice (Both Campuses) o General Studies (Humanities) with concentration in any three of the following (Grand Turk Campus): • Economics, • Politics, • Law, • Sociology o Social Work (Both Campuses) FACULTY OF NATURAL & APPLIED SCIENCES (NAS)

1. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Environmental Science (Grand Turk Campus) o Sciences with concentration in any two of the following (Grand Turk Campus): • Mathematics, • Biology, • Chemistry, • Physics, • Information Technology o Marine Biology (Grand Turk Campus)

2. ASSOCIATE DEGREE

Three-Year Associate Degree in: o Registered Nursing (Grand Turk Campus) FACULTY OF TECHNICAL & VOCATIONAL EDUCATION (TVE)

1. ASSOCIATE DEGREES

Two-Year Associate Degree in: o Architectural Design and Building Technology (Both Campuses) o Automotive Engineering Technology (Grand Turk Campus)

2. CERTIFICATE COURSES

One-Year Certificate Program in: o Construction, Carpentry and Joinery (Grand Turk

Campus) SHORT TECHNICAL/VOCATIONAL PROGRAM

Duration: 6 Weeks Accounting Information System, Business Communication (Theory & Practice) Cake Decorating Conversational Spanish Customer Service, Dining Room Management English as a Second Language Introduction to Building Services, Introduction to Estimation and Costing Mixology PRC Courses (TCI Studies and English) Restaurant Operation Team Building Duration: 60 contact hours AutoCAD, Automotive Maintenance, Surveying

Students may also access one semester courses of their choice from any Associate Degree programme and obtain credits. PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMME

The following is the Structure of Pre-College Programme: PRE-COLLEGE 1: This is for those who have not been exposed to CSEC/external examination syllabus. It includes the following General Basic Subjects: • Mathematics, English, TCI Studies, Computer Studies and two others from the area of specialization. Students enrolled in Pre-College 1 must continue to Pre-College 2 PRE-COLLEGE 2: This is for those who have been exposed to CSEC/external examination syllabus but have failed or do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the Associate degree programmes. It includes the following specialized subjects: • English, Mathematics and three others. NOTE: Classes can ONLY proceed with a COHORT of a minimum of 5 Students. ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS • Applicants must satisfy the following minimum requirements: • For the Associate Degree: Five GCE or CXC subjects including English A and Mathematics at the General Proficiency Level with Grads I, II, and III or GCE Grades A, B, C. Students without CXC/ GCE Mathematics and English must complete the College Foundation Math: MTH1110 and MTH1120, and ENG1111 and ENG1122 (at additional cost) For the Certificate Programmes: Three GCE or CXC subjects, one of which must be English at General Proficiency level 1, 11, & 111 or GCE Grades A, B, C. For the Bachelor’s Degree: An Associate Degree from the TCI Community College or another recognized

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institution. Students applying through the Mature Student Entry policy should be twenty-one (21) years or older with relevant experience in specific areas of interest. Note that students may be required to complete a Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) portfolio. The deadline for applications is Friday, June 4th, 2021. Any application received after this date would be deemed as LATE. All applications should be fully completed ONLINE by visiting the college's website at https://tcicc.edu. tc and clicking on the green button that says “Apply Now” OR https://isims.tcicc.edu.tc/apply/ Make sure to scan and upload all supporting documents with the application form. An application fee of $25 should be paid at either the Grand Turk Campus OR the Providenciales Campus. Candidates can also

pay to the College's CIBC FirstCaribbean account number: 1596776 and include names and what the payment is for – e.g. application, registration, tuition. They can then scan the receipt/teller and upload with application. Please provide this information to the Accounts Department for update. Late application fee is $50. HELP DOCUMENT ON THE APPLICATION FORM CAN BE FOUND AT:

https://tcicc.edu.tc/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/ToApply-online-TCICC-verson-1.2.pdf OR go to the “FAQ” at the bottom of the website and then click “TCICC Online Application Help Document”. For any queries send email to one of the following: (a) registrar@tcicc.edu.tc (b) Dean@tcicc.edu.tc (c) Systemsadministrator@tcicc.edu.tc

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

PROGRAMS AND FEE STRUCTURE COST OF PROGRAMMES/COURSES OFFERED BY THE TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE EFFECTIVE 27TH AUGUST 2018

is being audited. No credit will be given for those courses which are audited.

A. SHORT COURSES

Courses run from September – December; January – May; concentrated summer semester May – early July.

Courses are for fifteen days for two hours per day (except for AutoCAD, Automotive Maintenance & Surveying). Credits earned could be transferred into the College programmes. Students may audit the courses and not participate in the examination. Students should indicate at the commencement of the course whether or not the course

B. ONE SEMESTER COURSES

C. FULL TIME PROGRAMMES

Two years, two semesters per year for the majority of the programmes. Some programmes are for five semesters with compulsory summer courses during the first year. Additionally, students may access summer courses from May – early July.

TUITION FEES ARE AS FOLLOWS

A. SHORT COURSES

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UNIT 106 OCEAN CLUB PLAZA GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS. Tele: 649-231-4336

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. SALARY: 8.00 PER HOUR. MONDAY - FRIDAY

RENEWAL - WORK PERMIT

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TJAY BEEN

West Rd, Grand Turk 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 housework. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 245-7228

D. OTHER PROGRAMMES

OTHER FEES Application Fees $25.00 Late application Registration Fees $25.00 Late registration Transcripts transcripts. Facility fee Transportation Fee Graduation Processing Fee

$50.00 $50.00 $30.00 for initial transcript and 50% discount for others when applying for multiple $40 (ALL STUDENTS PAY THIS ANNUAL FEE) $50.00 per month (Grand Turk) $50.00 (prospective graduates ONLY)

NB: ALL FEES ARE PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION. Fees are subject to change.

OBED CONSTRUCTION

Long Bay at Sisal Road #61, Providenciales, TCI is looking for

(1) MASON, (1) IRONWORKER AND (1) PAINTER

To work from Monday to Saturday DUTIES: Laying blocks, Plastering and bolt down steel bars to reinforce concrete, build And install iron or steel girders and painting interior and exterior walls Salary: $ 6.25 per hour

TREVOR MUSGROVE/T HOLDING LTD

Clean the store, dusting, sweeping, mopping, clean ceiling vents, restroom cleaning, stock shelves Salary: $6.25 hourly

Student category Courses Annual Fees Semester Fees TCI Nationals/PRC Certificate $1,000 $500 Holders Associate Degree $2,000 $1,000 Bachelor’s Degree $4,000 $2,000 Non- Nationals/ Certificate $1,500 $750 Resident Associate Degree $2,500 $1,250 Bachelor’s Degree $5,000 $2,500 Overseas Students Certificate $3,000 $1,500 Associate Degree $5,000 $2,500 Bachelor’s Degree $8,000 $4,000

INTERESTED APPLICANTS PLEASE CONTACT US AT THIS NUMBER: 649-347-0198 ONLY BELONGERS NEED TO APPLY. 24966

TOUCH OF CLASS BEAUTY SALON

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B. ONE SEMESTER COURSES

C. Full Programmes (two Semesters) Sept – Dec; Jan- May;

SALES PERSON

To work from Monday to Saturday DUTIES: selling and promoting craft products to customers using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers to convince them. Salary: $ 6.50 per hour

INTERESTED APPLICANTS PLEASE CONTACT US AT THIS NUMBER: 649-343-1420 ONLY BELONGERS NEED TO APPLY.

#60 Airport Road, Unit #1 Is seeking a

Bachelors $675 per course (TCI National/PRC Holders) $840 per course (Resident/Non Nationals) $1335 per course (Overseas Students)

Al Vernas Craft Market unit #2 Grace Bay Road, Providenciales is seeking to employ a

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

Courses which require the use of laboratory facilities $400 per course Courses which do not require the use of laboratory facilities $300 per course Cake Decorating $500, Mixology $450 (these include cake tools, alcohol, etc. needed) Pre-College $500 (or $150 per course) Computer modules $250 per course Associate Degree $360 per course

L & M CRAFT MARKET

LABOURER

CONTACT: 431-1781

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24981

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UNIT 106 OCEAN CLUB PLAZA GRACE BAY PROVIDENCIALES TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS Tele: 649-231-4336

PAINTER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. SALARY: 8.00 PER HOUR. MONDAY FRIDAY

RENEWAL - WORK PERMIT

7TH AVE HAIR & BEAUTY BAR

ACQUA SHORES PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

HAIRDRESSER

PLUMBER

8 Infinity Lane, One Pelican Place, Unit 6 Leeward Highway 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: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 348-0477

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25012

COOPER JACK BAY, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Installs pipes and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets, for water, gas, steam, air, or other liquids. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc. Salary: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-243-5645

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

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TEACHING POSITIONS AT THE WESLEY METHODIST SCHOOL LEEWARD PALMS. PROVIDENCIALES

HUMANITIES MODERN LANGUAGES

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 25008

• Biology • Physics • Chemistry • Integrated Science • Information & Communication Technology • Food & Nutrition

ELIE’S LANDSCAPING CLEANING SERVICES #10 BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BUSINESS STUDIES

Principles of Accounts Principles of Business Office Administration Electronic Document Preparation & Management

MAINTENANCE MAN • Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. • 5 days a week. Salary: $9.50 hourly

MATHEMATICS PHYSICAL EDUCATION PRIMARY EDUCATION TEACHERS GUIDANCE COUNCILOR DOMESTIC WORKER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Applicants MUST possess a Degree, or its equivalence in the areas stated, except for the positions of Administrative Assistant, where an Associate Degree in Business Studies is required Certification for Teachers MUST be from a recognized institution. Applicants MUST have a minimum of five (5) years teaching experience. Must be multitalented; honest, trustworthy, willing to uphold the tenets of the institution, and also strive diligently to raise the standards of education in the school, must be of Christian faith Salary commensurate with experience DOMESTIC WORKER RENEWAL • Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. • 5 days per week Salary: $6.50 hourly

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $6.50 hourly Interested persons must submit application, accompanied by their curriculum vitae, a police record and a contact number and references from two (2) individuals, no later than May 10th, 2021. These positons are for work permit renewals Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

PAINTER

CONTACT: 231-7080

SCIENCE

THE CHAIRMAN OR PRINCIPAL, WESLEY METHODIST SCHOOL, LEEWARD PALMS, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, FAX: 649-9464163 EMAIL: WESLEYSCHOOL@TCIWAY.TC

CUSTOM INSTALLS TCI

#18A Sisal Road, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. Salary: $8 hourly

Applications are invited for the following positions

• • • •

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25005

CONTACT: 232-7124

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24988

DEEP BLUE CLEANING SERVICES

#1, 16 Ingham Cl, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

JANITOR

• Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 345-5284

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24990

EASY WAY

Acting on behalf of

TRIANGLE CONSTRUCTION

Snake Hills, Blue Hills

MASON - $10 HOURLY

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters. Contact: 342-5965 PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION

New Subdivision, Five Cays

MASON - $9 HOURLY

Mixes mortar; lays bricks etc. Contact: 241-8978 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 24957

DELBERT DON MISSICK

10 Grand View CL, Long Bay, Providenciales (TCI) Seeking employment for the following:

LABOURER

Salary is $6.25 hourly. Hours of work is 8hrs per day and 5 days per week. To clean the yard, water the plants, take out the garbage on a daily basis etc. WORK PERMIT HOLDER HOLDS POSITION BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGE TO APPLY FOR THE POSITIONS. CONTACT: 1 (649) 246 3402

25011

EXECUTIVE UNIQUE CUTS UNIT #5 SPOT PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

• Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. • Must be willing to work 6 days a week. Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-5099

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 25034

LUXURY VILLA SERVICES MANAGER Salary $40K Summary: Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to: • Planning, organizing and coordinating the activities of Guest Services, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Maintenance and Landscaping. • Ensure Villa Operations meet the company’s standards of excellence, surpass guest expectations and ensure employee satisfaction. • Discrete and professional interaction with guests throughout their stay that is intuitive and caring, ensuring a seamless experience. • Respond to and handle any guest concerns in a timely manner. • Maintain good communication with management throughout each day. • Recruit new talent and assist employee advancement plans.

• Ensure Team members attend structured product, service and development training. • Foster relationships with all levels of employees and ensure Team members commitment to providing excellent service. • Ensure company policies are administered fairly and consistently. • Ensure security and safety of guests and employees. REQUIREMENTS: • Luxury Hospitality Managerial experience in F&B. • Diploma in Hospitality Management or equivalent. • Proactive, Team player and resourceful. • Able to communicate effectively at all levels. • Fluent in English and Spanish. • Flexibility with working hours including nights, weekends and public holidays

Applications please to: info@tkcavacationrentals.com GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES ONE SEASON PLAZA, UPSTAIRS. PHONE: 9413445 24964

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ACA/ACCA/CA/FCA Opportunities exist for three chartered accountants who are audit managers, assistant audit managers or audit seniors who possess a minimum of four years post graduate professional experience gained within a major public accounting firm. Extensive experience of International Standards on Auditing and International Financial Reporting Standards is mandatory. Salary ranges from US$45,000 to US$85,000 per annum. One of these positions is currently held by a work permit holder. If you wish to be considered for these opportunities, please apply in confidence by sending details of your experience and qualifications to either: Neil French or Baker Tilly Ltd. P.O. Box 357 18 The Village at Grace Bay Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Or fax your particulars to 946-4619

The Labour Commissioner Labour Office Butterfield Square Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands 25028

F & J OFFICE SUPPLY

FRANCOIS VIGNEAU

STORE CLERK - $6.50 HOURLY

DOMESTIC WORKER

#18 Seaview, Cooper Jack Is seeking to employ a

#2 GRANT'S BUILDING, DOWNTOWN Is seeking to employ a

Receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers

CLEANER - $6.25 HOURLY

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

CONTACT: 331-1355

CONTACT: 341-1377

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

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Belmont, Bottle Creek North Caicos

FRAMER (RENEWAL)

Rate … $6.50 hr Planting and picking crop

TROPIC MANAGEMENT

Whitby, North Caicos

2 HELPERS (RENEWAL) Rate: $6.50 hr Description: Washing dishes, running errands and any jobs given by employer

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 24995

CRYSTAL BLUE VEHICLE RENTALS

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY

246-7382. On behalf of our clients

ILLANE H. HANFIELD

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other house work. • Must be willing to work 5 days a week. Salary: $8 hourly

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

JONATHAN SWANN

MECHANIC

Whitby, North Caicos

FRAMER (RENEWAL)

Rate … $6.50 hr Planting and picking crop

KEVIN SWANN

Central Square Road Whitby, North Caicos

2 LABOURER (RENEWAL)

Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 231-3452

Rate: $7.00 per hr Description: Cleaning yard, moving trash, etc 25036

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24991

TROPICAL IMAGING

362 GRACE BAY ROAD. Seeking a full-time qualified and experienced

JOURNALIST

To write for a high-end video and storytelling company on Providenciales. Applicant must have at least 10 years of experience at a minimum of 3 different publications. Bachelor’s degree in journalism required. Experience in journalism research, community reporting and editing is necessary. Applicant also must have experience working in a fast-paced office environment and ability to produce content on deadline. Applicants should be technology-savvy and comfortable working in a high-tech and fast moving environment. Working weekends, public holidays and long hours is not uncommon. Salary $24,000 per annum. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

Email all resumes, references and previous work to the email address below and submit application to the Labour Department: preston@tropicalimaging.com contact: 649-232-3642

Sailrock Resort, Turks and Caicos is seeking a qualified candidate for the position below:

HOTEL MANAGER Hotel Manager serves as a supporting role to the Executive Director. The Hotel Manager is responsible for the development and execution of resort operations while maintaining the integrity of Sailrock Resort service standards. RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working directly with the Executive Director to manage all activities on property including employees, maintenance, sales, profit and loss controls • Demonstrating visible operational leadership and management to the resort staff • Coordinating, directing and managing resort operations to achieve maximum profitability, ensure guest satisfaction, protect the financial aspects of the business and maintain the building • Creating an environment that assures consistent guest satisfaction • Overseeing various resort department managers • Demonstrating a passion and understanding for company goals, concepts, practices and procedures • Monitoring the performance of the resort through analysis of guest satisfaction and financial reports • Working with Executive Director and corporate accounting team to ensure compliance of corporate initiatives, SOPs, SLH Brand standards, Sailrock Brand Standards • Understanding and presenting impact of revenue, profit, or expenses that could affect financial results to executive leadership • Understanding and taking action using data from monthly P&L reports • Ensuring that product quality standards are met in all areas of the resort as it relates to the appearance, levels of maintenance and cleanliness • Working with the Executive Director to establishing and maintaining preventative maintenance programs to protect the physical assets of the resorts • Building and maintaining strong working knowledge of HOA relationships • Oversight of event and special service activities to ensure overall success of the event operationally and financially • Working with staff to ensure maintenance of uniforms standard and grooming • Working with staff to maintain FORBES and Resort SOPs • Working with staff to ensure Ximble SOP is maintained • Working with resort staff to ensure Human Resources policy compliance • Working with resort staff to ensure corporate accounting compliance QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE/BE:

• Must have at least 5 or more years in Similar Post • Must have 3 years working experience in an established 5-star resort management environment • Working Knowledge of RDP systems preferred • Solid computer skills, including MS Office, Excel spreadsheet and MS Word • Well-organized and detail oriented • Exceptional communication and writing skills • Understanding Labor relations (where appropriate) • Working Knowledge of Housekeeping, Front Desk, Maintenance & Food & Beverage department • Proven success managing budgets • MS/ED.M in International Hospitality & Tourism SALARY RANGE

• $60,000 - $75, 000yearly PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT:

• Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales/ Sailrock Resort South Caicos • Email: humanresources@sailrockresort.com This is a new position. Interested Turks and Caicos Islands must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Work Permit Board

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MR. TUX

UNIT #39 SALT MILLS PLAZA, GRACE BAY ROAD Is seeking to employ a

SEAMSTRESS

Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations. Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines. Measure parts such as sleeves or pant legs, and mark or pin-fold alteration lines Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-7698

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 24867

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS P&D EMPLOYMENT Acting on behalf of CARIBBEAN CONSTRUCTION BUILDERS #999 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

• Supervise team, financial reporting, payroll, set budgets, collect, organize and store information using computer and filing systems • Five (5) year experience is required. Salary: $12 hourly

CONTACT: 946-5907

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24947

OCEAN CLUB RESORTS

is looking for qualified applicants for the position of:

Senior Project Manager Plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish, experience in managing large scale vertical construction projects is necessary. You will organize and oversee construction the construction team procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project. • Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements. • Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations. • Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met. • Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies. • Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities. • Supervise the work of all construction team members and give guidance when needed. • Evaluate progress and prepare detailed progress reports. • Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues.

REQUIREMENTS:

GARDENER Involves strenuous physical labor, which requires being able and willing to perform heavy lifting, and other physically demanding functions. Must be able to speak English fluently. Preference will be given to someone with previous resort experience. All applicants must be able to present a clean Police Record if offered a position. Wage commensurate with experience. Individuals must be willing to work holidays and weekends on a flexible schedule dictated by business demands. This position is currently held by someone with a work permit.

• Proven experience as construction project manager • In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles • Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards • Good knowledge of MS Office • Familiarity with construction/ project management software Procore and Blue Beam • Outstanding communication and negotiation skills • Excellent organizational and time-management skills • A team player with leadership abilities Salary: $2000/weekly Belongers are encouraged to send copy of their resume to Labour Board

Contact: Norstar Group Ltd. Unit 2C, Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales Phone:(649) 941-3600 Email:Pchaplin@norstargroup.tc

Applications available at Ocean Club or Ocean Club West. Only those receiving an interview will be contacted. 24877

NATIONAL COMPANY SERVICES

6 PARADE AVENUE, BUTTERFIELD SQUARE PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS BRITISH WEST INDIES, TKCA 1ZZ 649▪946▪4227

TRAINING OFFICER / SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR FUNCTION: Build annual training program and prepare teaching plans; To ensure that employees have the skills and knowledge to compete effectively and meet the organization's business objectives; Identify training needs by evaluating strengths and weakness; Translate requirements into training that will groom employees for the next step of their career; Develop /Oversee the production of classroom handouts, instructional materials, aids and manuals; Direct structured learning experiences and monitor their quality results; Acclimate new hires to the business and conduct orientation sessions; Direct training courses; Assess training effectiveness to ensure incorporation of taught skills and techniques into employees work behavior; Periodically evaluate ongoing programs to ensure that they reflect any changes; Stay abreast with new trends and tools in employee development; Maintain training materials to the highest standard for internal and external courses. The successful candidate must have: Proven experience in designing multiple training events in a corporate or classroom setting – minimum 5 years; Bachelor’s Degree Business Administration, Accounting experience and Quick Books encoder will be an asset; Qualification in Information Technology; Demonstrated ability to organize and teach complex products, services and procedures; Be conversant with computer application – ability to handle up to five (5) different applications. Advance excel skill and print publisher. Be flexible to give support to rotated shifts between 7:00 am – 7:00pm daily, including weekends and public holidays, at various locations in TCI, Training Anti-Money Laundering would be an asset. Wage: $1,500 - $1,900 / per month – commensurate with qualification and experience.

PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATION LETTER AND RESUME TO THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, NCS EMONEY SERVICES, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. EMAIL: TCIHRSTAFF@GMAIL.COM. THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 23, 2021

April 24-30, 2021

Suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

24879

Quantity Surveyor We are seeking a skilled, reliable, efficient quantity surveyor to join our growing organization. In this position, you will estimate the costs of construction projects, working with contractors, builders, and architects.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• • • • • • • • • • • •

Review architectural plans and prepare quantity needs Estimate the quantity and costs of materials Prepare contracts and documents Set budgets for payments, inventory needs, and materials Track changes in plans or constructions; update budgets Negotiate with contractors and subcontractors Act as a liaison between clients and site managers/engineers Identify potential financial or construction risks. Advise clients on improvements, strategies, and/or estimated costs Prepare payments for contractors and subcontractors Document progress, materials, and reports on project Utilize software to calculate, record, and track inventory and estimates, proficiency in plan swift, Procore and Blue beam is essential.

QUANTITY SURVEYOR REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, construction engineering, management, or related field • 5-10 years of general construction estimating experience, financial experience, construction experience, or related field • Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite • Able to analyze financial records and apply data to improved results • Strong aptitude for numbers, spreadsheets, and financial reports • Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets; strong estimating and financial analysis skills • In-depth understanding of construction, materials, pricing, and industry • Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions Salary: $1600/weekly Belongers are encouraged to send copy of their resume to Labour Board

NORSTAR GROUP LTD. UNIT 2C, COURTYARD PLAZA, PROVIDENCIALES PHONE:(649) 941-3600 EMAIL:PCHAPLIN@NORSTARGROUP.TC

24878

April 27-30, 2021

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ONE STOP CONSTRUCTION

P&D EMPLOYMENT

STANDING SEAM ROOFER/ GUTTER INSTALLER

South Dock Road

Acting on behalf of

is seeking a

Should be able to operate and maintain Englert SSR machine and perform all duties related to post. Should be comfortable working on high rise buildings, provide cut sheet and roof measurements. May be required to work six days a week and holidays, if necessary. Salary commensurates with experience. For further information, contact number is 243-1019. ALL APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE DROPPED OF AT THE LABOR DEPARTMENT OR AT OUR OFFICE ADDRESS, 6A TOWN PLAZA

24853

#6 JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

DYPCO LTD

- $12 HOURLY

• Financial reporting, supervise team, payroll, collect, organize and store information using computer and filing systems. • Must have the ability to keep track of multiple projects and deadlines, etc.

CONTACT: 231-1490

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

24946

#353 GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

BAY RD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

HOSTESS

ONE GARDENER

tools • Must have an understanding of safety precautions when using these tools • Must be flexible and able to work on weekends and holidays Beginning salary commensurate with experience.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A CLEAN POLICE RECORD AND SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATIONS WITH A COPY OF THEIR CV TO:INFO@SAUNDERS.TC OR VIA FACSIMILE AT 941-4533 AND TO THE T.C.I EMPLOYMENT SERVICES AND LABOUR DEPARTMENT. This position is currently vacant.

Performing Pool maintenance. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 3425250/341-8332

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

24910

#10 BRIDGE ROAD, TURTLE COVE MARINA Is seeking a

DISHWASHER

• Washing dishes, pots, pans, and flatware, and resetting dining areas. Preparing dining areas and kitchen for next shift by cleaning and restocking dining areas and cook stations. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 941-5090 24917

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 24920

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FISHERMAN

Diving for fish. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 946-5921

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

CONTACT: 344-9209

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24912

24918

S&B CONSTRUCTION

OVER BACK, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

ROBERTS AGENCY FOR CAICOS ADVENTURES

LABOURER/GARDENER

• Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-6432

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24922

$6.50 hr Cleaning and washing of boats and surroundings.

LEW 1 SHIPPING LTD.

LABOURER

$6.50 HR Cleaning waste and surroundings. CALL 649 241 2043 THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT

24871

HERITAGE INSURANCE COMPANY (CARIBBEAN) LTD

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

Is looking for a

GENERAL MANAGER

PROVO BEVERAGE

#52 UNIVERSAL DRIVE, INDUSTRIAL ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES IS LOOKING FOR A DYNAMINC AND RESULTS ORIENTED INDIVIDUAL TO FILL THE POSITION OF:

SALES AND MARKETING REPRESENTATIVE • The candidate must have proven success and experience in both sales and marketing as well as excellent interpersonal skills and retail sales experience. • Degree in Sales & Marketing requires • Knowledge of the beverage production industry would be considered an asset. DUTIES INCLUDE • Meeting sales targets in acquiring new customers as well as sales growth in existing customers • Developing and maintaining a retail merchandise purchasing and selling program (including setting up of new physical retail location) as well as maintaining an e-commerce presence • Special event organization and promotion • Leading public tours of production and packaging areas. • Enhancing brand awareness and exposure including use of social media • This position involves working on evenings, weekends and holidays and any potential applicant must have flexibility to accommodate changes in schedules without notice SALARY: $40,000.00 annual

Please email CV to; provodave@gmail.com for consideration. THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL

Seats guests and manage the seating chart. Monitors restaurant activity to determine seating and dining flow. Responds to guest inquiries and requests. Salary: $6.50 hourly

POOL ATTENDANT

SHARKBITE

#217 Long Bay Beach Drive, Providenciales. Is hiring

QUALIFICATIONS • Must have knowledge of gardening

RCO LTD.

RAW DEAL FISHING BOAT/ GEORGE SOLON

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

SOKOL LTD.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the general maintenance of the grounds, and gardens, of three (3) private villas and to carry out numerous gardening duties requiring a minimum amount of supervision.

POOL SOLUTIONS

24932

Join the Heritage Team! We are looking for an experienced Senior General Manager to hire and train new staff, to assist with our Providenciales branch office. Heritage offers a variety of opportunities for growth and success and is an equal opportunity employer. The successful candidate should have: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

20+ years’ experience required in the P&C insurance; Litigation management experience; Reinsurance experience; Risk Management experience; Multiple branch operations experience; Staff evaluating experience; Accounts reconciliation experience; Knowledge of insurance coverage for all types of risks; Ability to travel and work in the US Virgin Islands; Must be a licensed P&C Adjuster; Must be a licensed agent; Insurance specialist designation required; Knowledge of Police Processing Systems (PSS); Knowledgeable in legal claims handling.

YOU WILL

• • • •

Interview, hire, and train new staff members; Oversee underwriting and policy sales and service; Be required to work approximately one week a month or less in TCI; Be required to travel overseas.

Preferred applications: Belongers only Salary range: related to time spent and not more than US$2,000.00 per month for TCI work.

SUBMIT COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:

Paula Querrard of Heritage at pquerrard@hiccl.com as well as the Labour Department Deadline for applications is 26th April 2021 This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

24907

50 CLASSIFIEDS

BABYSITTER WANTED Location: Juba Sound, Providenciales • Caring for 4 kids • Ensuring a safe environment and providing top-notch care • Preparing meals and doing housework • Must be available to work long hours • Must be available to sleep over • Salary $300.00 per week

PLEASE EMAIL RESUME AND COVER LETTER. THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY BEING HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. PLEASE EMAIL CVS TO: SNJEZANA_ ANDREWS@YAHOO.COM 24936

TAINO CATERING PRIVATE CHEF SERVICES

DIVE INSTRUCTOR

With active teaching status, significant experience leading dives, and strong customer service skills. PADI and STCW10 preferred. Previous liveaboard experience and the ability to speak multiple languages is a plus. Candidate must live onboard the vessel, with one day shore leave each week. Starting salary: $1085/month. This is a new position. INTERESTED PERSONS ARE ASKED TO APPLY BY EMAIL TO NELSON RIOLLANO, AT JOBS@EXPLORERVENTURES.COM (PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS WHO ARE ISLANDERS ARE INVITED TO ALSO SEND COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATIONS TO THE COMMISSIONER FOR LABOUR 24852

South Dock Road, Providenciales, TCI Tel: 649-9413445. Fax 649-9413446/ P.O. Box 608

WAITRESS

LOOKING FOR CARPENTERS

Take orders and serve food and beverages to patrons at tables in dining establishment. Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 332-8501 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position

24857

- RENEWALS Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed, cut, shape and smooth lumber and other material (e.g. fiberglass) according to measurements. Build window frames, doors, staircases and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items. Carve and assemble furniture, cabinets, shelves and other items and install them where designated. Salary starts $9-13 per hour. Qualified Belonger candidates SHOULD SEND THEIR APPLICATION TO: INVOICES@TDMGLTD.COM OR CALL 941-3445 DEADLINE APRIL 18TH , 2021 24873

TDMG CONCORDIA LTD

SHREE SAI LIMITED

South Dock Road. P.O.Box 608. Is Seeking for a

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATOR - RENEWAL

RESPONSIBILITIES: Prepare conceptual estimates using limited preliminary design. • Prepare detailed cost estimates using full set of plans and specifications. • Prepare customized reports. • Prepare construction budget. • Prepare detailed critical path job schedules. • Resolves cost discrepancies. REQUIREMENTS: • Capable of reading/coordinating plan, Salary commensurate with experience. Belonger candidates should send their

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application to: info@tdmgltd.com. details and technical documents. • Knowledgeable of Planswift and Autocad. • Proficient with Gextim and Excel (VBA). • 5+ years of experience as construction cost estimator. • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times. • Ability to work long hours and week-ends. • Effectively communicate in English in both written and oral forms. • Knowledge of French is preferred. • Driver’s license is mandatory. Dead Line April 16th , 2021.

24874

ASSOCIATED MEDICAL 5A Windwood Drive, Leeward Highway

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

DOMESTIC WORKER

RETAIL AND OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE OPEN OR RELOCATE YOUR BUSINESS IN THE NEWLY RENOVATED SHOPS OF PORTS OF CALL

Cleaner required for medical clinic. Hours: 36 per week to suit needs of business. Wages: $10.00 per hour THIS POSITION IS FOR RENEWAL HOWEVER INTERESTED BELONGERS CAN SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT EMAIL: AMP@TCIWAY.TC OR FAX: 649-946-4942 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE CLOSING DATE MARCH 2, 2019

24906

BEACH HAIR BRAIDING Lower Bight Beach Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER/ HAIR STYLIST

• Braiding tourist and local’s hair at any mobile location • Hours vary due to pandemic • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 345-0477

This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24885

24894

MANAGER

• To manage indigo store at G.T Cruise center. • Must have good communication skills, accounting background and at least 5 years’ experience. Salary based on experience and qualification

CONTACT: 347-7518

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24863

BLUE GOLD TCI MANAGEMENT

#35 LIGNUM VITAE DR., LONG BAY BEACH Is seeking to employ a

PROPERTY MANAGER • Managing the property.

• To work 5 days a week. Salary: $2,000 monthly

CONTACT: 3423163/245-2992 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

24901

Is looking for an experienced:

AUTO BODY REPAIRMAN

MECHANIC

CONTACT DALE OR TAIWAYNE AT HOTEL

CRUISE PORT CENTER, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

AL’S HAULING & EQUIPMENT LTD • To repaint and restore heavy equipment including handling, sand blasting equipment, cleaning and any prep work involve in restoration projects. • Salary Starts at $12.00 per hour. • Must be willing to work six days per week (Monday – Saturday) • This position is a new position

AVAILABLE UNITS 4OO SQ FT GROUND LEVEL 1450 SQ FT GROUND LEVEL 800 SQ FT 2ND FLOOR OFFICE /STUDIO SPACE AGENTS PROTECTED

946-8888

TDMG CONCORDIA LTD

#42 Celestial Circle, Belglade Gardens, Blue Hills, Wheeland. Is seeking a

EXPLORER VENTURES (TCI) LTD. is a scuba liveaboard diving company operating out of Providenciales. The company requires an experienced English-speaking

April 24-30, 2021

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• Salary: $12.00 per hour • Must be willing to work 6 days per week • This position is currently held by a work permit holder

WELDER

• Must have experience in restoring heavy equipment and mig/ tig welding etc. • Must be willing to work on weekends • Salary $12.00 per hour • This position is for work permit renewal

RESUME CAN BE DROPPED OFF OR EMAIL TO AL’S HAULING & EQUIPMENT LTD #80 SATURN DRIVE, SOUTH DOCK ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI ALSHAULING@YAHOO.COM (649) 941-4015

24939

April 27-30, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

TCMILLWORK LTD.

Architectural Woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South Dock Road, P.O. Box 238, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands

CNC OPERATOR-CNC ROUTER SKILLS REQUIRED:

5 years work experience in manufacturing furniture, woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. Salary at $10.00 per hour

FURNITURE CARPENTER-CARPENTER

SKILLS REQUIRED: 5 years work experience in manufacturing furniture, woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. Salary at $9.00 per hour

LABOURER

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to help cabinet maker, furniture carpenter • Cleaning the shop, offload materials, stack materials Salary at $7.00 per hour SKILLS REQUIRED FOR ALL 5 POSITIONS BELOW: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry. • Must be familiar with operation of all current woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices. • Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings. • English speaking, bilingual preferred. DUTIES: Joinery, manufacturing, finishing and or re-finishing of furniture, cabinets and woodwork in general including installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous. PLEASE SEND APPLICATIONS TO: TCMILLWORK@TCIWAY.TC. CONTACT PERSON: STEPHANE GAUDET 231-4537. Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of resume to Labour Department. All positions are held by work permit holders. 24797

CLASSIFIEDS 51

QUALITY FOOD SERVICES 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays

Are now interviewing for the following position:

WAREHOUSE SUPERVISOR • Must have prior experience managing multiple employees in a fast paced environment. • Must have Food Service Experience communicating with Chefs and Purchasing Departments. • Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT. • Must be have experience as a Prior Butcher and have the capability to train new Butchers as well as supervising the current Butcher Staff. • Must have experience in operations of a BIRO 3334, Hill Phoenix Freezer and other necessary operating equipment within the Butcher Room. • Must have experience, preferably a certification for operating a Fork Lift and Electric Jack. • Must have prior experience in basic maintenance and repair for these items as well. • Must have experience managing a company vehicle fleet of at least 7 vehicles and respectively be able to mechanically (within season) maintain that fleet. • Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends. • Must have the ability and past experience of maintaining and encoding a POS System, including Quick Books Program. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Salary is $7.50 hourly. 24-44 hours weekly. PLEASE APPLY WITHIN @ QUALITY FOOD SERVICE, 78 INDUSTRIAL ROAD, 5 CAYS OR CONTACT 941-7939 FOR MORE INFORMATION. ONLY BELONGERS OR PRC HOLDERS NEED APPLY.

24905

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD

The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill the following position for our expansion.

SECURITY SUPERVISOR

QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 5 direct years security supervisor experience • Must process a college degree • Computer skilled in word, excel, access, outlook and PowerPoint • Must have basic security certification certificates in personal safety and other proven security course training certificate • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Possess valid driver’s license • Must be an excellent team-player Salary starts from $2,000.00 to $2,500.00 Per Month

SECURITY OFFICER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Should have minimum of 3 years military/police experience or 4 years security officer experience • Mush process a security training certificate • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Must have clean criminal record • A valid TCI Driver’s License is an asset Salary starts @ $7.00 per hour Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to:

‘The Chairman not later than April 23rd, 2021 to: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address: spencesecurity@tciway.tc

Massage Therapists Spa Tropique is on the hunt to find the best massage therapists on island! If you have at least three years experience with a four star spa and have an upbeat and positive personality, we hope you will come and meet with us! Applicants must be able to speak and write English fluently, have a clean driver’s license and their own vehicle in excellent working condition. Please see further requirements for applicants below. We look forward to meeting you! Deadline for applications is: April 30th 2021. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Applicants for the position are required to have: • Obtained a diploma in Massage Therapy from an internationally accredited school from Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States. • Completed a massage course of at least 1800 hours plus, an additional 600 hours in medical massage. • At least 3 years experience with a spa rated 4 stars or above. • Their own vehicle in excellent working order and a clean license. • Fluent spoken and written English (there is a written exam). • Basic computer skills for use of company software. • Be available to work 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM every day. Weekends and holiday are a must. Schedules are subject to change. Remuneration: $6.25 per hour plus commission and gratuities.

PLEASE EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO: RELAX@SPATROPIQUE.COM OR DROP OFF AT #59 SALTMILLS PLAZA, GRACE BAY. APPLICANTS MAY ALSO FORWARD RESUMES TO THE GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEE SERVICES OFFICES.

24908

52 CLASSIFIEDS TICORE LAKIA SEYMOUR

SECOND PHASE, RALPH CL., BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 247-2241

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24856

April 24-30, 2021

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TURKS RENTAL LTD., 649-347-6543

DOMESTIC WORKER

UNIQUE TOURS & RENTALS

VANS TIRE SHOP

BLACKSMITH

TIRE MAN

BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Building 381, Industrial Drive, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

BRANDON HAIR BRAIDING

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

HAIR-BRAIDER

BRIDGETTE MISSICK

South Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises at a Commercial business also to clean vehicles as required and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

$6.25 PER HOUR Reliable and able bodies person for general chores in Cleaning dusting, mopping laundry. Full Time. Must be willing to work 6 days a week and weekends. $6.50- $7.50 per hour depending on experience.

• Must have 10+ years of experience. • Trim horse hooves using utensils such as rasps and nippers. • Clean hooves and remove excess hoof walls and dead sole. Salary: $1,400 monthly

Repair vehicle tubes and tires. Balance tires for all vehicles, order patches and plugs for tires. Send tires out for assistance and direction when needed. Salary: $9 hourly

Duties: Braiding, Weaving, Relaxing, Loc, grooming And maintenance, cutting And trimming and styling. Manicures and Pedicures Salary: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: KATHYJEANMCLEOD@ HOTMAIL.COM 24909

CONTACT: 441-8687

CONTACT: 232-7177

CONTACT: 343-2880

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24859

Belongers are asked 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 currently held By a work permit holder.

FABIAN J. THOMAS

L. FIDEL SEYMOUR

NATE LIGHTBOURNER

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

24921

TSI MANAGEMENT

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

#1216 Leeward Highway, Providenciales

PROPERTY MANAGER SUMMARY The Property Manager is responsible of the general operation, maintenance and record keeping of at least one property, but typically several, which are part of the company’s management portfolio, reporting to the General Manager on a regular basis. Duties with this role include bookkeeping, landscape management as well as all tasks associated with co-ordination of property maintenance, repairs, regulations and inspections. As such mandatory experience for this role includes a minimum of 10 years’ experience in business accounting. Successful individuals working in this role generally possess a diverse skill-set including the ability to negotiate, build relationships with guests and manage records. Additionally, they should have sound knowledge of business and financial proceedings. DESCRIPTION They are expected to take prospective clients on tours of the properties, prepare agreements and ensure required services are connected. The Property Manager role can be very demanding and the necessary skills are required to handle any problems that may occur. They are also required to have excellent people skills and make not only their clients feel comfortable, but to report regularly to Property owners on all pertinent aspects on the Property rental. SKILLS • Accounting and Finance back ground ( extensive ), with the ability to use QuickBooks and Excel to provide at least monthly reporting to company management and property owners as required. • Administrative skills and demonstrable attention to details • Ability to work flexible hours and extended periods, we have a season that can be very busy, the Property Manager is expected to be available to clients 24/7 when they are in-residence, position is a salaried position and after hours work is expected. • Being positive and courteous to clients EDUCATION Knowledge and proven experience of management, accounting, landscaping, construction and repairs are mandatory, an extensive health and safety knowledge, along with first aid training is also favored. SALARY: $1,700 per month Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder

CONTACT: BRANITZ@YAHOO.COM TEL: (649) 246-0775

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24928

Duties: To clean and maintain premises at a home also to clean vehicles as required and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 243-7488

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 24891

24889

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and any other Chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour for each.

CONTACT: 244-6450

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder.

24893

CONTACT: 243-9642

24888

North School Avenue Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assist with Caring for a young child any other Chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour for each.

CONTACT: 241-2579

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder. 24887

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THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS TSI MANAGEMENT 382 Grace Bay Road

BUTLER REQUIREMENTS: • High School diploma or GED required. • Certification in Safety Management or Food Safety a plus. • At least Two years of experience in hospitality, customer service or related field. • Must be able to maintain a positive attitude under stressful work conditions.

DUTIES: • Answer calls to the household phone, greet guests at the door, assist in the planning of events and dinner parties, oversee table settings, and serve drinks and food.

• Communicate with housekeeping to ensure rooms are cleaned are the most convenient time for guests. • Run errands for guests when necessary. • Ensure guests’ room are clean and tidy up when necessary. • Recommend and arrange amenities for guests. • See guests off when they check out. • Remain well-groomed at all times. • Keep up-to-date on all hotel policies on safety and hygiene. • Perform all duties with discretion, professionalism and a pleasant demeanor. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 441-8515

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 224927

April 27-30, 2021

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ROCHELLE S. GRAY

Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain premises at a home also to clean vehicles as required and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 341-7279

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 24892

T-JAY BEEN

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT

DOMESTIC WORKER

PJ’S BABER SHOP/ BEAUTY SALON

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assist with Caring for a young child any other Chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour for each.

CONTACT: 245-7228

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This position Is currently held by a work permit holder.

24890

5 academy way, Downtown

COSMETOLOGIST $300.00 p/w cut, trim and shape hair or hairpieces, Contact 941-4515

WARRICAN E. DOUGLAS Blue Hills tel: 232-7431

BABYSITTER

$6.25 p/h Supervision the kids, cooking and light housekeeping BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDER 2488

WAYNE & CAROLIN INGHAM Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of

MARITA STOP SHOP South Dock Road Contact: 345-1036

CLEANER

- $6.25 hourly Clean store, wipe shelves, empty garbage.

REALITY VARIETY STORE Five Cays Contact: 344-1567

CLEANER

- $6.25 hourly Clean store, wipe down and clean shelves and items, empty garbage, etc. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD

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PUBLIC NOTICE The public is hereby advised that, for the avoidance of doubt, Douglas Crawley, Tropical Investment Fund, Blue Hills Fund, Caribbean Investment Fund, and Signature Developments are NOT licensed or authorised by the Financial Services Commission to carry on Mutual Fund or Investments Business in or from the Turks and Caicos Islands. All inquiries related to this notice should be directed to the Southern Cross Capital Group. The Registered Agent for Douglas Crawley and the above companies at: Phone: 214-299-8020 Web enquires: www.southerncrosscap.com

214 Palm Circle East, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 2412515/245-6120

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24870

P&D EMPLOYMENT

WILLIAM & CLAUDETTE CLARE

LABOURER To clean properties, trim trees, remove debris, and any other duties as become necessary. Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 245-6827

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24869

ZOOM ZOOM TOURS LTD SOUTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

CONTACT: 247-9212

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 2492

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD

The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill the following position for our expansion.

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN JOB DESCRIPTION

• The Mechanical Technician is responsible for fleet maintenance, repairs, management, and assisting with other technical functions of Spence security, Technical section.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate the vehicle fleet to ensure optimum performance. • Participate in the development servicing and installation of CCTV and alarm systems. • Maintain Fire alarm systems. • Provide timely and accurate reports on system faults and defects. • Assist where necessary in general security assignments. • Develop, implement and enforce financial policies and procedures that will improve the overall. • Responsible for ensuring full serviceability of fleet.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in association with a security company as a technician and or mechanic. • Must process a college degree or equivalent • Computer skilled in word, excel, access, outlook and PowerPoint • Must have basic security certification certificates in personal safety and other proven security course training certificate • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Possess valid driver’s license • Must have minimum 7 years’ experience in • Fire and Alarm systems installation, maintenance, and servicing. • Installing, servicing and maintenance of CCTV systems. • Fleet Management and diesel. • Preference will be given to persons with both automotive diesel and security system technical training and or experience. • Must be an excellent team-player Salary starts from $2,000 to $3,100 Per Month

REQUIREMENTS

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1. Submit resume’ with application letter, employment and training certificates, copy of police record, passport to Spence Security office 2. Wait for Spence Security personnel to contact you for an interview Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to:

24831

54 CLASSIFIEDS CLUB ZODIAC

FIVE CAYS ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Record and mix music and perform for audience. Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 331-6258

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 24835

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COCO BISTRO

#10 Oak Avenue, Grace Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents in the restaurant, restroom cleaning etc. • To work 6 days per week. Salary: $8.00 per hour CONTACT: 946-5369 EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 24895

ASSISTANT MECHANIC/ PUBLIC SERVICE AREA SUPERVISOR • Responsible for supervision and monitoring of the instrument testing, installation, calibration and commissioning of process control instruments for all scooters and vehicles • Prepare reports and certifications after the completion of jobs. • Ensure quality work and monitor work progress of staff • Commissioning of turbine monitoring instruments such as speed sensors vibration, sensors, and shaft expansion of scooters • Testing, calibration, and commissioning of switches, gauges, transmitters, analyzers and pneumatic control valves

of scooters • Responsible for handling multiple site portfolios and for all operational activities, emergency response, safety, collection, regulatory compliance, re-development, customer interaction, and development.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidate should have: • Technical Diploma in Automotive Mechanics or Degree as Master Mechanic • At least 8 years’ experience in automotive mechanics with Japanese vehicles • At least 8 years’ experience in supervisor role, managing multiple sites

Compensation is between $9.00- $11.00 hourly and is based on experience. *This position is currently being held by a work permit holder. Please contact email sandrews@caicoswheels.com or (649)946-8302.

Projetech Construction Management & Services Ltd., wishes to recruit a

PROJECT SITE ENGINEER Applicants must be able to demonstrate at least fifteen years suitable experience as a Project Site Engineer on large commercial and residential building projects, together with a suitable professional qualification in Construction Technology. A proven track record demonstrating the ability to complete projects on time, within budget, to a high standard of quality, and all within a demanding schedule must be shown. The main role of this position is to accurately provide line and level for the trades and the successful candidate must be fully conversant with modern setting out techniques using GPS, Total Station, Theodolite etc. Strong leadership, communication and organization skills are essential, together with experience with very high quality finishings. The successful candidate must be prepared to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends. Salary starts at US$50k per annum, based on qualifications and experience.

Caicos Wheels Ltd. Ports of Call Plaza. Grace Bay Road. Providenciales

RESPONSIBILITIES

April 24-30, 2021

24872

Steve Thompson Projetech Construction Management & Services Ltd. Morgan House 18 Sandcastle Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales Tel: 941 3508. Fax: 941 5824 Email: info@projetech.tc

24930

BIG BLUE COLLECTIVE

#2 MARINA ROAD, LEEWARD MARINA, PROVIDENCIALES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SCUBA DIVING/ WATERSPORTS INDUSTRY Big Blue is looking for Turks and Caicos Islanders with outgoing personalities and physical coordination to join a team of knowledgeable and experienced guides to conduct educational and environmentally conscious eco-tours and boat charters throughout the Caicos Islands.

KITCHEN HELPER

AUTOMOTIVE WELDER ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Performs variety of welding to complete structural repair and fabrication on various vehicles and equipment. • Designs and fabricates metal components and structures to improve existing designs and reliability. • Inspects and performs routine maintenance on light, heavy and specialized equipment. • Analyzes failures and makes recommendations to prevent similar failures in the future. • Advises staff on specific metal repairs and methods. • Reads and interprets equipment manuals, factory diagrams, and other technical manuals and blueprints. • Sketches planning drawings as required. • Maintains welding equipment to ensure full compliance with all safety rules and regulations • Keeps welding work area neat, orderly and free of all potential safety hazards. • Performs other tasks as may be instructed by immediate superior.

Applications must be made in writing and should include career history and the names and contact details of at least two references. Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders should also submit copies of their application to the Labour Department. All applications will be properly reviewed and suitably qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Applications should be received by April 27th 2021 and sent to info@ projetech.tc

Looking for a suitable candidate to help prepare food for boat charters, clean coolers and clean office premises. Duties include cooking, baking, cleaning, food prep, inventory and food ordering. The work schedule is varied and provides up to 6-days work per week. The following are required of the applicant: • Fluent in English with good speaking and reading skills. • Must be willing to start as early as 5am, work long days, weekends and public holidays. • Have prior experience and certification in kitchen health and safety standards. • Experience with cooking, baking and food display. The position is currently held by a Turks Islander and work permit holder. Turks Islanders are preferred. Salary ranges from $8-$10 per hour or salary of $2000 - $2600 per month

CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY VIA EMAIL TO CAREERS@ BIGBLUECOLLECTIVE.COM BEFORE THE 30TH OF APRIL 2021 AND INCLUDE A RESUME AND COVER LETTER WITH A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF WHY THEY BELIEVE THEY ARE A SUITABLE CANDIDATE TO WORK IN THE ECO-TOURISM / WATERSPORTS INDUSTRY. Applicants should send a copy to the Commissioner of Labour. 24854

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April 24-30, 2021

Sports Interational C&S PROFESSIONAL Acting on behalf of ERB CONSTRUCTION 10B cl North Side Is seeking to employ a

MASON

CONTACT: 241-5922

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24848

GOT U COVERED

#999 Sam Lightbourne Building, Leeward Highway Is seeking

Jamaica withdraws from World Athletics Relays THE Jamaica Athletics Administrative Association (JAAA) has announced the withdrawal of a team to the World Athletics Relays set for May 1-2 in Chorzow, Poland. In a release issued on Tuesday evening, the JAAA cited the difficulty of travelling during the pandemic and existing COVID-19 protocols as the reason for its decision.

“Based on existing travel restrictions, routing and possibilities since then, caused by the SARS Covid 19 Pandemic, it has become extremely challenging for the Jamaican team and officials to participate,” the release read. Last week, the JAAA announced that an experienced team had been selected to take part in the event. Double

GLOBAL SERVICES RESOURCE

C&S PROFESSIONAL

#58B MENZIES BUILDING, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER - $6.25 HOURLY

Cleaning outside the property

CHEF - $12 HOURLY

7 LABOURERS

- $6.25 HOURLY Cleaning the property.

CONTACT: 946-5333 Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. Work permit holders currently hold these positions

25030

GEORGE CHRISTOPHER FORBES KEW, NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. • To work 5 day a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 243-6890

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 25013

A.M SERVICES

Black crow RD, Kew town, Apt #24, #5 Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• To work 5 to 6 days a week. • Cleaning houses and offices. • Hours 8am to 5pm. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 441-0237

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24862

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Setting up workstations. Preparing ingredients. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers.

LIVE –IN HOUSEKEEPER - $6.25 HOURLY

Performing cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing. Ensuring all rooms inspected according to standards. CONTACT: 331-1809 BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD 25033

Acting on behalf of

KEVIN’S QUALITY CLEANERS 43 Industrial Dr., Provo Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-5922

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24849

AIRPORT TERMINAL Is seeking to hire:-

DOMESTIC WORKER General cleaning of store and office, assist with dusting down shelves in store, keeping bathrooms tidy at all times, must be willing to work 6 days per week all other duties assigned by management. Wage: $6.75 per hour

CONTACT : DISCOUNT@ TCIWAY.TC (OR) 946-4472

This position is held by a work permit holder Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

New Subdivision, Five Cays 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. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 245-1695

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24942

Olympic champion Elaine Thompson-Herah, Olympic and World Championships 400m bronze medalist, and former 100m world record holder Asafa Powell were among the headliners selected for the Jamaica squad. Thompson was expected

to be part of a 4x100m relay squad that included Natasha Morrison, Natalliah Whyte, Remona Burchell, Kasheika Cameron, and Shashalee Forbes. She was also down to compete in the less often contested 4x200m, with

Whyte, Forbes, Candice McLeod, Tiffany James, and Anastasia LeRoy. Powell would have led a 4x100m team that included Oshane Bailey, Nesta Carter, Julian Forte, Nigel Ellis, Romario Willams, and Kadrain Goldson. (Sportsmaxtv)

CAICOS EXPRESS AIRWAYS

CARDINAL ARTHUR

COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION

Southern Shores Building, Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

BAGGAGE HANDLER

• Load and unload customer luggage and other cargo. • Must be willing to work 4 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 941-5630

GILLEY’S ENTERPRISES

ANGELICA JOY GARDINER

The JAAA would have been one of the stronger sides at the event.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 24866

Conch Bar, Middle Caicos Is seeking to employ a

MASON

CONTACT: 241-0730

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position

24847

#53 BLUE MOUNTAIN, HORIZON CLOSE Is seeking to employ a

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site. Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0337

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24940

VA C A N C Y

PROJECT ENGINEER Engineering Design Services (EDS) is seeking an applicant with a BSc in Civil Engineering, to fill the post of - Project Engineer.

AG CONSTRUCTION

#62 Malvin Road, Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

MASON

CONTACT: 244-5638

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position

24898

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: • BSc in Civil Engineering MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: • 8 years of experience in BIM-CAD ideally in REVIT • Experience in Disaster Management and Recovery • Experience in Structural Engineering Design & Detailing to Seismic Standards • More than 10 years of experience in Construction Industry • This position is for work permit renewal INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD CONTACT PETER KERRIGAN VIA EMAIL: PJKEDS@TCIWAY.TC CONTACT: 649-332-4405 WITH CURRENT CV OR DROP OFF AT EDS LTD. LOCATED AT LA VISTA AZUL, UNIT # 11, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. AND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT ONLY BELONGERS NEED APPLY.

25038

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European Super League crumbles after majority of teams announce withdrawal ONE by one, they began to fall. First it was Manchester City and then, like dominoes, the other five Premier League clubs soon followed, before none were left in the so-called European Super League. The dramatic collapse of the multibillion-dollar league came less than 48 hours after it was first launched. In a video posted on Liverpool’s social media channels on Wednesday morning, club owner John W. Henry, thought to be one of the principal drivers behind the Super League, cut a contrite figure. “I want to apologise to all the fans, supporters of Liverpool Football Club for the disruption I caused over the last 48 hours,” he said. “It goes without saying, but should be said, that the project put forward was never going to stand without the fans. No one ever thought differently in England. “Over these last 48 hours, you were very clear that it would not stand. We heard you. I heard you. And I want to apologize to Jurgen [Klopp, manager], Billy [Hogan, CEO], to the players and to everyone who works so hard at LFC to make our fans proud. They have absolutely no responsibility for this disruption. “They were the most disrupted, and unfairly so. This is what hurts most. They love their club and work to make you proud every single day. I know the entire LFC team has the expertise, leadership and passion necessary to rebuild trust and help us move forward.” For most fans, however, an apology just won’t cut it. The widespread feeling of betrayal --

The dramatic collapse of the multibillion-dollar league came less than 48 hours after it was first launched.

that supporters, the lifeblood of the sport, were not consulted before this decision and treated with contempt -- will linger for a long time to come. Whether it actually amounts to any change -- such as pivoting to Germany’s model of “50+1” fan ownership, for example -- remains to be seen, but the UK government has confirmed it will issue a fanled review of the sport if football authorities fail to prevent the Super League. Manchester United was another of the clubs to withdraw from the new format after fierce criticism, and its co-owner -- Joel Glazer -- published an open letter to fans on Wednesday, apologising for the proposed breakaway. “We got it wrong, and we want to

show that we can put things right,” it read in part. “Although the wounds are raw and I understand that it will take time for the scars to heal, I am personally committed to rebuilding trust with our fans and learning from the message you delivered with such conviction. “We continue to believe that European football needs to become more sustainable throughout the pyramid for the long-term. However, we fully accept that the Super League was not the right way to go about it.” ‘SPORTING MERITS MUST PREVAIL’ On first appearance, Tuesday’s night of chaos appeared to be the death of the European Super League.

However, in a statement released later that night, the ESL said it will amend its controversial plans and “reshape the project.” The Athletic and ESPN reported the Super League statement is defiant that the “status quo of European football needs to change.” But Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli, believed to be another key driver behind the Super League, said on Wednesday that the new competition was no longer viable without the six Premier League teams. “Look, I think, to be frank and honest: no,” he said, as reported by Reuters. “I remain convinced of the beauty of that project, of the value that it would have developed to the pyramid, of the creation of the best competition in the world, but evidently no. “I mean, I don’t think that project is now still up and running.” Soon after Agnelli’s statement on Wednesday, Spanish club Atlético Madrid and Italian club Inter Milan announced they were the first nonEnglish sides to abandon the Super League. Atlético said in a statement that it had told the Super League it had decided “not to finally formalize its adherence to the project.” “For the club, harmony is essential between all the groups that make up the ‘rojiblanca’ family, especially our fans,” it said. “The first team squad and the coach have shown their satisfaction with the club’s decision, understanding that sporting merits must prevail over any other criteria.”

Meanwhile, Inter Milan said it was “no longer part of the Super League project.” “We are always committed to giving the fans the best football experience; innovation and inclusion have been part of our DNA since our foundation,” it said in a statement. “Our commitment with all stakeholders to improve the football industry will never change. “Inter believe that football, like any sector of activity, should have an interest in constantly improving its competitions, in order to continue to excite fans of all ages all over the world, within a framework of financial sustainability.” Fellow Serie A side AC Milan soon followed suit, saying in a statement that “the voices and the concerns of fans around the world have clearly been expressed about the Super League, and AC Milan must be sensitive to the voice of those who love this wonderful sport.” Real Madrid president Florentino Perez, who was also set to be the Super League president, appeared to dig his heels in on Monday night during an interview with Spanish sports show El Chiringuito, suggesting there could be legal repercussions for those who decide to pull out. “The contract of the Super League is binding,” he said. “Nobody can leave, we will work all together. All the clubs signed the contracts last Saturday, there’s no problem.” If the clubs do indeed manage to pull out, it remains to be seen whether Perez and the league do indeed have grounds for a legal challenge. (CNN)

Tokyo 2020: Olympic Games to maintain rules on athlete protests after survey PROTESTS by athletes, such as taking a knee, will still be banned at the Olympic Games. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) had asked athletes in a survey whether its ‘Rule 50’ - which bans demonstrations - should change. A total of 3,547 athletes were consulted, with 67% wishing to keep the Olympic podium free of protests and 70% keen to avoid on-field demonstrations. The IOC said sanctions for those who breach the rule will now be considered. ‘Rule 50’ of the Olympic charter aims to stop protests and demonstrations in order to “protect the neutrality of sport and the Olympic Games”. Protests are prohibited on the

podium, field of play or at ceremonies. Kirsty Coventry, a two-time Olympic champion swimmer who chairs the IOC Athletes’ Commission, said: “A very clear majority of athletes said that it’s not appropriate to demonstrate or express their views on the field of play, at the official ceremonies, or on the podium, and so our recommendation is to preserve [those places] from any kind of protests and demonstrations or acts perceived as such. “Being an Olympian the field of play, the ceremonies were very specific and hold very specific memories in my heart. So if I think about when I was competing I wouldn’t want something to distract and take away from that. That’s how I still feel today.”

The Olympics are due to begin on 23 July and the Paralympics on 24 August

April 24-30, 2021

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Hamilton (front row, centre) continues to kneel as part of a Black Lives Matter protest before races.

Benzema’s two goals take him to 21 league goals for the season.

Benzema’s double takes Real level at the top REAL Madrid went level on points with Atletico Madrid at the top of La Liga with a win at Cadiz in a week dominated by the announcement and seeming collapse of the European Super League. There were fan protests outside the ground against the new league, which Real had intended to compete in. Inside, the visitors ran riot, sealing the win with three first-half goals. Karim Benzema scored twice the first a penalty - and provided the assist for Alvaro Odriozola to head in. The result gets Real’s La Liga challenge back on track after the minor slip in drawing 0-0 at Getafe on Sunday. It was on the same evening that they and 11 other leading European clubs were announcing their plans to form a breakaway Super League - a project that has seemingly now collapsed just three days later. Real president Florentino Perez has been one of the most

vocal advocates of the proposed competition, telling Spanish TV show El Chiringuito de Jugones that it had been devised “to save football”. Real have still yet to announce their withdrawal from the Super League, despite the majority of the rest of the clubs doing so, including all six English sides. They will certainly qualify for next season’s Champions League, but they are currently in a fascinating four-horse race at the top of La Liga to decide if that will be as Spanish champions. With Benzema firing they certainly have a good chance. The French striker coolly slotted in his penalty, after VAR was used to rule on the illegality of Isaac Carcelen’s trip on Vinicius Junior. He then swung over a perfect cross for Odriozola to head the second before nodding in the third himself from Casemiro’s cross - all three goals coming in the space of 10 minutes. (BBC)

George Floyd: Hamilton, James and sporting world reacts to Derek Chauvin conviction SIR LEWIS Hamilton says the conviction of a former police officer for the killing of George Floyd “marks a new dawn in the fight for racial justice”. Former officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of Floyd’s murder on Tuesday. Chauvin was filmed kneeling on Mr Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes during an arrest in May 2020. “This is the first time that a white officer has been convicted for killing a black man in Minnesota,” Hamilton posted on Instagram. “Convicting him of all three charges marks a new dawn in the fight for racial justice. “Justice for George. This is monumental, George’s death is not in vain. “We can now breathe a collective sigh of relief that the right decision has been met, and that justice has been served. “Black voices have been heard and action is happening. When we stand together, we can make a difference. “But this is just one step on the path towards a more equal society. The fight isn’t over, and there is more to be done, but we can consider today a glimmer of hope.”

Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Hamilton, 36, continues to kneel before races in support of the Black Lives Matter movement and has set up a joint charitable foundation with Mercedes to promote diversity. Floyd’s murder sparked both calls for police reformation and protests across the world. A day after former Minneapolis officer Chauvin was found guilty, it has been announced a federal investigation into police practices in the city will take place. Former tennis world number one and 12-time women’s Grand Slam champion Billie Jean King tweeted: “The time to collectively examine the treatment of black people, in particular black boys/men, by some law enforcement is long overdue. “The path to healing must begin.” And following the verdict fourtime Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka, 23, wrote: “I was going to make a celebratory tweet but then I was hit with sadness because we are celebrating something that is clear as day. The fact that so many injustices occurred to make us hold our breath toward this outcome is really telling.” The NBA said it will “redouble our efforts to advocate for meaningful

change in the areas of criminal justice and policing”. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James simply posted the word “accountability” and several other NBA names spoke out. “Today showed to me the power of community,” said former Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls and Cleveland Cavaliers star Dwyane Wade. “If there was any win, you can’t celebrate this, to me it was a win for accountability. We have got more work to do, we all know that.” Tyronn Lue, head coach of the LA Clippers, added: “It’s still a sad day. It’s great to see someone being held accountable for their actions. It doesn’t bring George Floyd back.” Brooklyn Nets head coach Steve Nash commented: “I just hope that this is the type of statement by our justice system that gives hope and precedence for these type of verdicts to be the norm.” In a statement on Twitter, the Minnesota Timberwolves wrote: “Throughout our history, racial and social injustices have been ingrained in our society. We are hopeful that today’s decision will serve as a step forward, but it does not ease the physical and emotional pain that continues in an environment where systemic racism exists.” (BBC)

Paul passes Lakers Legend Magic Johnson for 5th on NBA assists list

Chris Paul continues to be a star point-guard in the league.

NEARLY a month ago, Chris Paul recorded his 10,000th career assist. On Monday, he went further into NBA history, moving into fifth place on the league’s all-time assists list. The Phoenix Suns star recorded No. 10,142, passing Magic Johnson on the leaderboard. Next up is Mark Jackson—though it’s likely he could hop up two spots on the list

when the time comes. Just one pass separates Jackson from Steve Nash, with the pair posting 10,334 and 10,335. Paul entered Monday night averaging 8.7 assists per game. Starting from No. 10,142, he’d need 22 games at that pace to reach the next level. The Suns only have 15 regular-

season games left, so him reaching the next ranking this season depends on either him going off or the Suns making it far enough into the postseason. He’s still some ways away from Jason Kidd’s No. 2 spot at 12,091, and the all-time leader, John Stockton, is still plenty ahead at 15,806. (Bleachers Report.com)

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April 24-30, 2021

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Gardiner plans to continue running in Grad School – Says making Dean’s List was due to motivation and determination NATIONAL athlete Devante Gardiner plans to continue running after successfully completing his stint at Saint Augustine’s University in Raleigh, North Carolina. After the pandemic took his interest away from the track, the 23-year-old focused his energy on his books—he was always gifted this way, so making the Dean’s List recently was not unexpected. His dedication to his final year helped him to graduate with a respectable 3.3 GPA. It has also pushed his focus on Grad School, where he intends to advance his studies in marketing. This is not Gardiner’s first educational achievement. He has excelled academically over the years and since 2017, has won an award every semester while studying business administration at the university. The sprinter said that despite the obstacles and the dramatic changes over the last year, which created many challenges, he was able to refocus his energy and finish on a high. “The motivation and determination were there to push through and maintain a decent

The national sprinter is ready to return to the track.

Devante Gardiner graduated with a 3.3 GPA.

GPA, which I graduated with, so it was all worth it.” Although Gardiner showed signs of brilliance on the track for Saint Augustine, he was hindered by injuries; in fact, the 2018

is optimistic about competing again. He still feels he has more to give to the sport and intends to continue balancing athletics and his academics as he moves to the next chapter of his life. Gardiner’s

National Youth Achievers awardee missed two seasons as a result. Last year, it was the pandemic that robbed him from taking part in his final outdoor season for his school. Despite the hurdles, Gardiner

exploits on the track resulted in him teaming up with his fellow sprinters to break the national 4X100M relay record, the 4X200M relay record and the 4X400M relay record between 2017 and 2018.

Minister Taylor promises to work with Sports Commission to help promote sports in schools – Sports equipment donated to Thelma Lightbourne Primary School MINISTER of Education, Youth, Culture, Library and Social Services Rachel Taylor promised to help promote sports at the school level. The Minister, who attended the handing-over ceremony of sports equipment to the Thelma Lightbourne Primary School in Long Bay, vowed to play her part to produce a new generation of athletes in the TCI. According to a release from the TCI Sports Commission, Minister Taylor highlighted several benefits of sports, including the promotion of health on the islands. “As the Minister of Education with responsibilities for Sports,

The students of the Thelma Lightbourne Primary School in Long Bay received several pieces of sporting items, including balls, bats, protective gear and racquets.

I will ensure that the Sports Commission receive the necessary funding that will help to aid in the total development of our students; working hand-in-hand to promote sports in all our schools. Research has proven that children who are

physically active have higher levels of confidence, self-esteem and self-worth. It is our goal to work towards creating healthy students and encouraging healthy lifestyles through sports that will extend beyond the classroom.”

Director of the Sports Commission Jarrett Forbes and his staff were also at the event last Friday, where an assortment of sporting equipment were presented to the principal, staff and students of the school.

The new equipment covered various sporting disciplines including cricket, football, basketball, softball and tennis. Minister Taylor said that she was sure that the gear would be put to good use. ““I know that with a Principal like Mrs [Darlene] Lightbourne, these materials will be utilised.” Principal Lightbourne assured the Sports Commission and the education minister that the equipment would be used to enhance the students’ physical education. “The gifts you (the Sports Commission) have presented to us today is an indication that we have your support, and you are dedicated and devoted to the mandate of preparing children both academically and physically.” Mr Forbes made a commitment to donate more sporting materials to the primary school as its sports programme continues to develop.

April 24-30, 2021

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Williams storms to one of his best 100M season openers – Set to run 200M in Florida TCI’s first Olympian Delano Williams is looking to up his mark when he competes in a 200M outdoor race this weekend in Florida. The national 100M and 200M record holder said that his meet last weekend in Jamaica at Velocity Fest 9, was a good start to his season. “I ran 10.69s, this is one of the best season openers, it felt great to be back; I haven’t run a 100M in about a year, felt really rusty, I missed about two races, because I had to come home for my vaccine.” At the meet, Velocity Fest 9,

which was held at the National Stadium in Jamaica, Williams was able to win his heat. He edged out Mazhino Barrett from UWI, who finished in 10.70s. The race, which had over 30 sprinters, was won by Maximising Velocity and Power (MVP) Track and Field Club athlete Nigel Ellis in a time of 10.39s. Former 100M world record holder Asafa Powell placed third in a time of 10.48s. As Ellis, Powell and Williams also represented MVP. Williams’s time earned him a

top-eight overall finish. OPTIMISTIC ABOUT THE SEASON The 27-year-old Williams said that he is charged up and ready to make his mark. “I feel good, I feel great, and I know that in the coming weeks, I should get better, my starts should get better. I’m just looking forward to the rest of my season and I’m grateful.” The TCI born-athlete said that he wanted to thank the Jamaican Government for facilitating the competition.

Delano Williams won his heat in the 100M dash.

Meanwhile, former TCI CARIFTA and Commonwealth Games athlete, Courtney Missick

also competed in the race. He represented Titans and clocked a respectable 10.84s.

Fulford says TCIFA stands in solidarity with St Vincent and the Grenadines – Sending relief items to volcano-affected islands THE Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) has pledged its support to help the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines, who continue to face the torture of the Soufriére volcano. According to President of the FA, Sonia Fulford, the affected islands have been going through a difficult time. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the children and families who have been displaced and have experienced loss. I believe it is our purpose to serve as we stand in solidarity with our brothers and sisters, and mobilise support.” According to information from the association, the “TCIFA, in an effort to assist with emergency response, donated food and water to be shipped to St Vincent for relief to the many people affected…. Now, more than ever, TCIFA stands firm with the people of St Vincent in the face of distress,

reaffirming solidarity and hope at all times. These items will be routed through the local governing football association to be distributed to citizens most severely impacted by the catastrophic turn of events.” FOOTBALL HISTORY Football in St Vincent will not be played in the near future and due to the ongoing eruptions, it is unclear when or if things would ever get back to normal. St Vincent and the Grenadines are currently ranked 167 in the world and 21 in CONCACAF. Despite their significantly better ranking, when TCI played them in 2018 at home at the CONCACAF Nations League Qualifiers, we won 3-2. Captain Billy Forbes scored twice, while Jt. Francois had scored the other. St Vincent, who had participated in the Gold Cup competition and finished second in the Caribbean Cup, were ranked 175, over 30 spots lower

The TCI team that defeated St Vincent in 2018.

than the TCI when that match took place.

So far, the volcano has displaced numerous residents, while crops

have been destroyed, and water reservoirs contaminated.

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April 24-30, 2021