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TCI secures second batch of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine UK to deliver 23,400 doses by February 22 BY OLIVIA ROSE Another 11,000 residents could soon be vaccinated against Covid-19 as the Government has secured a further 23,400 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine from the United Kingdom. The second batch of vaccine, which is significantly larger than the first 9,750-dose batch, is expected to arrive on or before February 22. Governor Nigel Dakin, in a written statement on Friday, February 5, said the Turks and Caicos Islands will receive the vaccines at no cost to the Government. “The UK is sending this to us without charge for either the vaccine, its ancillaries or shipping. “This is over twice the amount we received last time and it will allow us to fully vaccinate more than 11,000 further residents. “When we achieve that - which we will - we will have provided the vaccine (both doses) to 40 percent of our population. We hope to have done that by May.” Dakin explained that the territory will continue to use the

Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine once it is available. “So long as we can source it, we intend to continue to use the Pfizer vaccine,” he wrote. “We’ve shown we can manage the cold chain; our doctors and nurses, both public and private, are comfortable with it; it arrives with us as a complete package with needles, syringes and paperwork, and while the Oxford-Astrazeneca (AZD) vaccine is cheaper, and it is easier to transport, we’ve so far built our public messaging and education around Pfizer so we intend to stick with it. “The AZD vaccine is getting excellent reviews and should we need to change, because of supply line issues, we will do so having full confidence in it.” Dakin stressed that at 15 percent of the population vaccinated, the TCI is on course to become one of the world leaders. “Particularly taking into account that the country has already started with second inoculations,” he said. As of Thursday, February 4, a total of 6,114 people of the estimated 43,000 TCI population had received their first dose of the

Governor Nigel Dakin said the second batch of vaccine is expected to arrive on or before February 22 (file photo)

Covid-19 vaccine. This includes 5,351 in Providenciales, 452 persons in Grand Turk, 142 in Parrot Cay, 87 in South Caicos and 82 in North Caicos. Commenting on this ambitious feat, Dakin pointed out that while the uptake was slow in the beginning the aggressive public information campaign has helped to increase the momentum. “The first phase of the vaccination programme has gone

extremely well,” he said. “The team tasked to deliver this have beaten every target that was set in terms of engagement, the speed of delivery, our stewardship of the vaccine and our reach. “Looking back, we were initially uncertain if we could use all the vaccine by the end of March when the ‘use by date’ expired; in fact, we achieved this goal by the end of January.” The governor lauded the Government’s partnership with the

private sector as “instrumental” to the vaccination programme. Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson also expressed satisfaction with the vaccination program in a statement on Friday, February 5. She said: “I am very pleased that we have been able to vaccinate so many persons in such a short time. “This is an important achievement which demonstrates to the UK that this gesture has been very welcomed. “As we welcome the next batch, I encourage the vulnerable among us and frontline workers to continue to come forward.” Cartwright Robinson said the vaccine is the best defence and “best chance” at restoring some semblance of normalcy during the Covid-19 pandemic. “We continue as a Government to run an aggressive education campaign and so I encourage persons to read only credible sources of information and follow your doctor’s advice. “I also wish to encourage all of our residents to continue to register as we seek to achieve our ambitious goal of vaccinating our entire adult population.”

Jamaican jurist to head TCI Court of Appeal BY DELANA ISLES

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Justice Dennis Morrison, a 70-year-old Jamaican jurist, has been appointed as president of the Court of Appeal of the Turks and Caicos Islands. The appointment was made on Wednesday, February 3, and the new head of the court will take up his role on March 1. The news was revealed last week by Governor Nigel Dakin via his social media page. Dakin said he was extremely pleased to have received from the Judicial Services Commission “such an experienced and wellregarded jurist, who has a strong reputation across the region, to take on this vital role”. Morrison, who was called to the bar in Jamaica in 1975, practised at the private bar for 25 years before transitioning to the bench. He served as a judge of the Court of Appeal of Belize from 2004 to 2015, and acted as a judge of the Eastern Caribbean Court of Appeal in January 2015. He has been serving as a judge of

Justice Dennis Morrison, new president of the TCI Court of Appeal (Nigel Dakin/Instagram)

the Court of Appeal of the Cayman Islands since 2015, and remains in this position. Justice Morrison was also appointed to serve in the Court of Appeal of Jamaica in 2008, and in January 2016 he was made president. During that time he built an excellent reputation. He retired from the presidency

of that court on December 4, 2020, on his birthday. Justice Morrison replaces Sir Elliott Mottley - a Barbadian whose retirement became effective on December 31, 2020. Justice Mottley served the Turks and Caicos Islands “incredibly well” for almost 17 years, the governor said.

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Corruption trial judge dies after short illness Five-year long case now in limbo

BY DELANA ISLES Presiding judge of the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team’s corruption trial, Justice Paul Harrison passed away at his home in Jamaica on Sunday, February 7. An obituary notice was issued by the Chief Justice Mabel Agyemang on Sunday evening, confirming the news. “Mr Justice Paul Harrison died this afternoon, after a very short illness,” it read. Harrison was sworn in on July 10, 2012, as the Supreme Court judge to preside over criminal cases arising from the 2008 Commission of Inquiry. From December 18, 2015,

up until the time of his death, he conducted the corruption trial of former TCI premier Michael Misick and several others. In her obituary notice, the chief justice said: “Mr Justice Harrison, a Jamaican judge, was chosen to sit on R v Misick & Ors because of his hard work and proven integrity. “He gave of his best to the judiciary to the Turks and Caicos Islands in the eight years that he presided over that trial. He will be remembered with affection and respect.” Chief Justice Agyemang said in due course the judiciary will host a special court sitting in his memory, adding: “May his gentle soul rest in peace.” In an invited comment, Queen’s

Full night time curfew back in place The rising number of positive Covid-19 cases has concerned health officials, forcing them to introduce a stricter curfew. Effective Tuesday, February 9, until Tuesday, February 16, a 6pm to 6am curfew will be observed on all islands – altered from the former 9pm to 5am curfew. Businesses are to close their doors to the public at 5pm to allow staff to get home. Hotel and other essential workers will be allowed to get to and from work at all times. This was announced by the Minister of Health, Hon. Edwin Astwood at a press conference on Monday afternoon. “These measures are in place to reduce the contact of people and to decrease the activities that we have identified and

outlined as the problem areas,” he said. Those problem areas primarily deal with the flagrant flouting of the Covid-19 control measures of masking and social distancing at drinking establishments. Hon. Astwood said the measures will be reviewed just before Tuesday. Other measures include: no more than six people outside the same household on all pleasure crafts; and no more than 20 people both indoors and outdoors at religious functions such as church services, weddings and funerals. The complete ban on private, public and social gatherings of any description, including beaches, is extended to February 16.

Justice Paul Harrison died on Sunday after a very short illness (file photo)

Counsel Andrew Mitchell, lead prosecutor for the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT), extended his condolence to the family of Harrison. “It goes without saying that our thoughts at this time are with the Harrison family at his sudden tragic passing. This is absolutely heart-breaking. Such a charming, caring devoted jurist.” TRIAL As news of the judge’s sudden passing circulated, many social media commentators speculated on the future of the trial and who will now preside over it to bring it to conclusion. Others called for the defendants to plead guilty and relieve the country of further financial burden. Either way, major concerns surround the judge’s passing, as

Justice Harrison was the first judge in the TCI to try a case on his own, under the Trial Without A Jury Ordinance. After three years of evidence presented by the prosecution, and a few weeks of one defendant’s testimony, concerns are that a second judge will need a long time to catch up. Other arguments have been made that a second judge cannot come into the trial at this stage and be expected to conduct an impartial and fair trial. A statement from the court is expected to be published imminently but was not available at time of press. Justice Harrison’s passing has also dredged up old concerns among social media commentators that his age should have been considered from the time of his

appointment. He was 75 years old at that time; he died at the age of 83. Harrison, like the prosecution at the time, had strongly defended his ability to take on the case, age notwithstanding. Other issues related to his age again popped up last year, when the Covid-19 pandemic occasioned virtual sittings of all TCI courts according to the Governor’s Emergency Order. Defendants had strongly opposed these sittings. But a final judgement delivered by the Privy Council in late December upheld a Court of Appeal decision to dismiss the defence challenges. Last ditch efforts a few weeks ago saw defence lawyers urging Justice Harrison to return to the Islands so that he could receive the life-saving Covid-19 vaccine.

Resorts and health centres approved for Covid-19 testing Fourteen members of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) are now approved Covid-19 testing sites with more applications being processed. The move comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s announced new testing requirements for travellers entering the United States. Anyone heading to the US must hold a negative Covid-19 test less than three days old or documentation of recovery from Covid-19 before boarding a flight. To meet requirements the Ministry of Health rolled out a programme enabling the certification of resorts and businesses as testing sites. A press release from the

TCHTA on February 1, said members, led by president Todd Foss, swiftly offered to help. Foss said: “It was inspiring to see the public and private sectors working so well together in order to solve yet another serious threat to the economy of the island.” Ministry of Health personnel ensured designated staff members at all properties were guided in the administration of the lateral flow antigen tests accepted by the US. And Seven Stars Resort provided some of its on-island kits to other approved testing sites, ensuring guests convenient and timely access to testing. The sites approved for Covid-19 testing are Amanyara Resort, Associated Medical Practices, Beaches Resort, Club

Med Turkoise, COMO Parrot Cay, Flamingo Pharmacy, Grace Bay Club, Grace Bay Medical Centre, InterHealth Canada, Omnicare Medical Center, Sailrock Resort, Seven Stars Resort & Spa, The Palms, and The Shore Club. The TCHTA is also working to educate members and their teams on the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine and TCI’s vaccination programme. Alrisa Gardiner, Primary Health Care Manager at the Ministry of Health, was invited to lead a session for the association’s 200-member group. Attendees learned about the properties of the vaccine, who should and should not take the vaccine, the importance of herd immunity and more.

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

WHICH PARTY WILL WIN THE ELECTION RACE? Thirty-eight Turks and Caicos Islanders will be battling for a seat in parliament in the February 19 general election. The full list of electoral nominees was released on Monday, February 1, following nomination day on Friday, January 29. The ruling People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) and the Progressive National Party (PNP) are the main contenders in the 2021 elections, with 15 candidates each. There are also seven independent candidates and one from the Progressive Democratic Alliance (PDA). What do you think of the candidates, and who will win?

Neither is ahead

Many too young and inexperienced. With the others - same fish - no better barrel. The people shall decide.

Time for a change

I am certain that this country is ready for new leadership that can catapult us into the 21st century. We need visionary leadership who understands how e-commerce and e-governance works. We are ready for disruptive and revolutionary processes that would reduce lines in government offices, increase efficiency and effectiveness. Time for change again!

A close race

It is history making to see some 38 persons seeking a role in the country’s parliament. It is helpful that more and more persons want to be a closer part of the law-making process. Hopefully it will prompt keener policy making by all parties. Interestingly the PDA is headed by Winston McLaughlin, a firebrand like his successor in title Oswald Skippings. Skippings, who is now away from the frontline of politics, has spawned quite a few proteges of interest, Shaun Malcolm and McLaughlin. It could mean that the TCI political landscape is gradually evolving. On the PDM side the slate is largely

the same as the last with more female contenders. Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson is placing her performance as premier, taking the islands through two hurricanes and this global Covid-19 pandemic. She is arguing that this is no time to change horses, especially in a time of crisis, stability. In an election of this nature, the benefit of doubt goes to the Government of the day. That to save the nation one must stay the course, maintain the Government you know and stay away from risks. I saved the country financially, will be her theme. Opposition leader Washington Misick is staking his claim on experience etc. His claim is that we need to do the opposite, change horses and rely on his experience It will come down to who can get the vote out, manage Covid -19 issues and the way the people see the tickets. The PDM will be arguing that they have a better, cleaner and more capable ticket. By same measure the PNP will argue their ticket is the one. Should there be a close race, any of the others emerge, all these points will be moot, and all bets will be off.

Jokers in charge

Who gives a @#$%! The people’s lives will not be better no matter which joker(s) is (are) elected. The only winners will be the politicians who win, their families and friends.

Party leaders, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson and Hon. Washington Misick

If you do not belong in any of those groups you are literally @#$%ed.

Money talks

Realistically viewed - how do you the public believe the ‘Grace Bay Boys’ gave more money to - this way or that? And that is the question!

More knowledge

Why has there not been published a short outline of each candidate’s history and suitability for office? While some of the candidates are known to the general public from their previous adventures (or misadventures) in the political arena, the coming election might produce better results from the country if the voters had a better understanding of exactly who they were putting in to office, rather than blindly voting for an all-yellow or all-blue slate. The backgrounds of Doug Parnell and Shaun Malcolm are two that should particularly concern anyone hoping to see progress in this country.

The underdog

At the end of the day, let the people speak. The new independents are really wild card. Maybe this time one of them will win. There are very few times in TCI’s history when an independent won. In 1976 Hon. Daniel Williams won bottle Creek and Liam Maguire won in South Caicos. Each of them caucused with the PDM and JAGS McCartney formed the first elected

ministerial government as chief minister. The in 1995, after returning from the US, the Hon. Norman Saunders won as an independent in South Caicos, defeating the PNP candidate and thereafter joined the party as a member of the House. Albeit 1976 and 1976 were different years and times, it stands to speculation whether one of these independents will be able to do the same. They are overshadowing the national tickets, Opposition and the Government. The most prominent figure from this independent field is former minister of education, the Hon. George Lightbourne who is running at large. A former PNP, he was equal to the task of challenging his party, suing them on alleged breaches of their constitution and standing up to the British “interference” in post interim Government affairs and matters of policy. The Rt Hon. Lightbourne is a firebrand and one we should not take our eyes off. He is a fighter and will do what he says. It is this kind of politician who is likely to shake things up when the votes are counted.

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Governor Nigel Dakin is now fully vaccinated against Covid-19 (Office of the Premier)

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson receives her second dose of Covid-19 vaccine (Office of the Premier)

Premier first in TCI to get both Covid-19 shots Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson was the first person in the Turks and Caicos Islands to be fully vaccinated with the Pfizer/ BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine. She received her second shot at Cheshire Hall Medical Centre on Monday, February 1, exactly 21 days after her first injection. “It is very important that the general public sees a leader that leads by example,” she said in a February 3 press release. “We want the people of these Islands not to consumed by the fear generated by myths and false information about the vaccine and the virus.” She said she wants the public to make an informed decision and choose to be vaccinated based on

the facts, acting with the advice of trained medical professionals. “The vaccine was created to save lives,” the premier said, “and to protect persons from this highly contagious virus. “I urge the public follow the Ministry of Health’s advice to read credible health information and to do their research seeking guidance from reputable health organisations only.” Governor Nigel Dakin, his wife Amanda Dakin and Deputy Governor Anya Williams were next to be given their second dose – which gives 90 percent protection against Covid-19. Hon. Karen Malcolm, Minister of Education, Youth, Culture, Social and Library Services,

Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting and CEO also finished the course. Representing the medical profession were TCI Hospital CEO Dr Denise Braithwaite-Tennant, Grace Bay Medical family practitioner Dr Jo Bowden, and Primary Healthcare Manager nurse Alrisa Gardiner. Representing health organisations in receiving their vaccines were president of TCI Kidney Foundation Leon Wilson, and Lucille Lightbourne of the National Cancer Society TCI. Representing the Haitian community was Pastor Alces Dor, and for the Dominican community was Candido Moreno, vice president of the TCI Dominican

Seven people were rescued when the Tropic Scout II capsized on January 26 (DECR)

Consulate. For the churches, was Pastor Steve Cornwall of the Seventh Day Adventist Church and also getting vaccinated was historian William Bill Clare. The first batch of 9,750 Covid-19 vaccines arrived in the TCI on January 7, and the first of two doses were administered on January 11. Each dose of the Pfizer/ BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine needs to be administered no more than 21 days apart. As of Thursday, February 4, more than 6,100 vaccines have been administered in the TCI to about 15 percent of the estimated 43,000 population. “The Turks and Caicos Islands has in the past, had a very positive

record in vaccinations,” the premier said. “This vaccination programme launched by the Ministry of Health is an aggressive one. “We have invested heavily in a campaign to educate the public and it is our hope that with this programme, we can have an entirely vaccinated population. “We all must do our part to ensure that our family, friends and work colleagues remain safe, healthy and COVID-19 negative. If taking a vaccine will assist in ensuring the health of our population, then that is what we must do.” Anyone who wants to sign up for the vaccine can visit https:// covidvaccineregistration.gov.tc/ or their local clinic.

Ruperto Mercado García (right) during his daughter Keyla’s graduation (Jose Gabriel Garcia)

Search still on for father-of-four missing at sea BY REBECCA BIRD Family and friends of Ruperto Mercado García are holding out hope that he may still be alive and are asking the TCI public to look

out for him on land and at sea. The lead mechanic on the Tropic Scout II cargo boat, which capsized 40 miles south east of Providenciales on January 28, was the only one of eight crew members

that was not rescued. Police marine officers, the Department of the Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR), the Maritime Department and the TCI Ports Authority searched for

him above and below the water. But the boat drifted over the next few days before washing ashore on Inagua in the Bahamas with no sign of the missing man, a DECR spokesperson said on Thursday,

February 4. Fifty-seven-year-old Ruperto from Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic is married to Norma CONTINUED 

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MEET YOUR CANDIDATES Getting to know the 38 candidates for the upcoming general election and what they have to offer is important in making an informed choice come election day on February 19. In our continuing series, the Weekly News offers a look at several candidates, their platforms and what they propose to offer the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands if elected.

Independent Alicia Swann promises service to country above self BY DELANA ISLES

Alicia Swann is looking to be counted among the TCI’s elected representatives following the February 19 general election. The Weekly News had a chat with Swann last week, seeking answers to some of the burning questions voters have as they consider who deserves their vote. “My focus for the future of the Turks and Caicos Islands in representing them is simple, Turks and Caicos Islanders being made first in our country,” she said. “Over the next five years, I would like to see the building blocks to all sectors of the economy be opened to Turks and Caicos Islanders, be it

agriculture, fishing, farming, or technology.” She said the next five years is about ensuring the wealth that is coming into the territory gets into the hands of Islanders. “Hence my motto - unity, protect and preserve - and I believe the future of the TCI can be a more positive one than it is today.” With this in mind, her top priorities for the people of Turks and Caicos Islands involve creating credit unions to foster more ownership and wealth creation among Islanders; protection and representation for workers; diversifying the economy through farming, fishing and technology, increasing the territory’s crime fighting capacity and price control.

As an active member of the local community, particularly with children and the police department, Swann said she is an ideal candidate for the important job of representing the interests of Islanders. “My never give up mentality, along with my many transferrable skills and humble yet determined approach makes me someone that takes suggestions and constructive criticism. “I would take the role of representing the people of my country, my home that I lived all my life, a position of honour which will allow me to give them a seat at the table in the House of Assembly,” she stated. “As an independent candidate I am a part of the people so my main objective is relationship based.”

Independent all island candidate Alicia Swann believes wants to see TC Islanders thrive

This relationship, she said, centres on restoring hope and healing to the nation. “I believe we as a people need to become more politically mature and start asking and demanding more from our politicians. “Show me your resume,

like any other job you are seeking the employer [the people] want or need to know what you/we are bringing to the table and cross reference what we say, what we have accomplished and obstacles we have overcome prior to entering politics.”

PDM’s Bight candidate to prioritise community development BY OLIVIA ROSE

Audric Skippings, PDM’s candidate for Electoral District 6 (ED6) The Bight, Providenciales, said he is “ready and committed” to transform his community and the lives of its people. If elected, he plans to create an environment for commerce to thrive, beautify the community and promote social cohesion through the refurbishment of parks and playgrounds. Skippings was speaking to his constituents during a virtual launch of his candidacy on Tuesday, February 2. During the launch several PDM candidates endorsed him, talking enthusiastically of his character and his vision for the community. Skipping said: “I’m ready to work for you and with you with clear plans - together we can.” He added that his experience as a career civil servant and

businessman, coupled with his “disciplined upbringing” in The Bight has prepared him to serve his community. “These are the plans and vision I have for you over the next four years,” he said, “…I will deliver proper, true representation for my people, especially on their jobs. “To motivate more Turks and Caicos Islanders to become business owners especially in the tourism sector. “To build up and beautify all communities within ED 6, this is long overdue… to erect indoor sporting facilities and hurricane shelters. “Refurbishing of the basketball and children’s park in Juba Sound and the children’s play area in the Lower Bight.” Skipping further revealed plans to install solar powered street lights along with CCTV cameras. “This will give our people and visitors alike a sense of more security,” he said.

“Road redevelopments and the introduction of an ED 6 care foundation, internet hot spots throughout ED6, community centres and support for youth entrepreneurship.” Additionally, he pointed out his party’s plan to upgrade and expand craft markets in the community to allow local crafters to own their own businesses. “It is my fervent belief that The Bight has too many resources for the community to be underserved. “That is why I want to be your representative; the potential of our people will be the foundation of an even brighter future. “Through access to the tools for success, we will be able to utilise our full potential, a better ED 6 means a better TCI.” Skippings stressed that battling a pandemic and a “new normal” will require “bold, experienced and innovative

Audric Skippings, PDM candidate for Electoral District 6 (ED6) The Bight, Providenciales (Screenshot/People’s Democratic Movement)

leadership”. “The next four years will require much of us as a community, and as a people

and with your support and the strong legacy of the PDM team, I will be that representative and leader,” he added.

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MEET YOUR CANDIDATES PNP Wheeland candidate vows to fix dump site problems Kyle Knowles, PNP candidate for in Electoral District 10 (ED10) Wheeland, Providenciales, has promised to save the community from the “constant annoyance” of the dump if elected. “My family and I are also suffering from inhaling this dangerous smoke, which research confirms has the potential to cause long term health issues,” he wrote in a Facebook post. “The issue can be fixed! If only we had a responsible leader for the past four years, that cared for the wellbeing of our people. “Unfortunately, current leadership has not, nor has this major health issue, made a priority.” Knowles was responding to photos posted online of “another smoky night” on Millennium Heights Road in

Wheeland caused by fires at the Providenciales dumpsite. “I say to you, that solutions exist and I have engaged problem solvers, who are ready to act once given the green light,” he said on the January 17 post. “Once elected to parliament and positioned to make that difference, the people of Wheeland will be able to enjoy relief from this constant annoyance and finally able to breathe fresh air. “I trust that this offers some hope to you for the future of Wheeland.” Knowles spoke to the residents of Bay Road on January 20 and in the video posted to Facebook he said the PNP Government wants to put everyone back to work. “We want to make sure that you are able to take care of your families, we want to make sure that senior citizens are

taken care of, because you have worked long and hard. “This is a time when you should be kicking your feet up, not wondering where your next meal is going to come from.” He described himself as a hardworking, family man who will put residents needs and priorities first in the House of Assembly. On a nomination day video posted on the PNP Facebook page on January 29, Knowles added: “In the constituency of Wheeland, we know what we’ve got, and it ain’t working.” He added: “Take a chance on yourself, take a bet on the new guy because I’m definitely here, committed, able and ready to work for you.” Knowles joins 14 other PNP candidates in vying for a seat in parliament during the upcoming general election to be held on February 19.

Kyle Knowles said he will resolve the smoke problems cause by the dumpsite (Screenshot/Progressive National Party)

Representing the PDM in Electoral District 10 (ED10)

Wheeland, Providenciales, is Vaden Delroy Williams.

Grand Turk South candidate says he will beautify Front Street Leshun Sebastian Missick, PNP candidate for Electoral District 2 (ED2) Grand Turk South and Salt Cay, has committed to beautify and strengthen Front Street if elected. “Not only to impress tourists but to impress all of us in the TCI and make all of us proud,” he said during a rally in December when he announced his platform. “Furthermore, you will no longer have to be fearful of Front Street caving in under you by being undermined by the sea…the Government will fix that once and for all.” He added: “Once again I will be proud and not embarrassed to walk or ride or run on Front Street, swim or sail past Front Street and behold its unparalleled beauty. “That, my people is not a promise, it’s a commitment.” He stressed that the general election is not a “friend

contest” and that the islands of Grand Turk and Salt Cay are at stake. “Your future and that of your children is at stake – and your country is at stake.” Missick said he will bring a “real notable change” and a “much needed positive, progressive change for you”. “A change from poverty to prosperity, a change from regress to progress, a change from sorrow to joy, a change from grief to gladness, a change from bad to good…” He said his party will bring more development so residents do not have to rely solely on cruise ships to provide jobs in Grand Turk. Missick also promised to bring international flights directly to Grand Turk and promote the development of a fixed base operation for private jets at the JAGS McCartney Airport.

“These projects will provide new jobs for our young people that are now jobless.” He said he will promote and support further inward investment in hotels and businesses, while diversifying the economy to make it more buoyant and resolute. He said the same incentive deals given to foreign investors will be given to local investors – if not more. “This is the PNP promise,” he added. “We have to empower our people…we are not supposed to be British subjects,” he said, and spoke of the constitution stifling the TCI’s people. Missick joins 14 other PNP candidates in vying for a seat in parliament during the upcoming general election to be held on February 19. Representing the PDM in Electoral District 2 (ED2) Grand Turk South and Salt Cay is Edwin Astwood.

Leshun Sebastian Missick said he will bring a “real notable change” (Screenshot/Progressive National Party)

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Analysing the PDM’s manifesto – its position and direction In the past year, a spate of criminal activities has raged across Providenciales driving residents and business owners into panic mode. It was uninterrupted by the relentless coronavirus which itself disrupted lives across the Islands and sunk the nation’s economy into a deep chasm. Many businesses closed their doors sending many workers packing. Tenants were unable to pay their rent, buy food and meet other financial obligations. The severity of the pandemic echoed through the tourism sector – the nation’s economic mainstay – forcing it into a deep coma. The authorities closed the borders, airlines were grounded and visitors were forced to retreat to the confines of their homes. Unavoidably, hotels and other businesses were closed, transforming the Turks and Caicos Islands into a ghostly paradise. In response to these drawbacks, the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) has drafted its manifesto and in it are the policies addressing these setbacks as elections loom. If I may borrow a couple of words from the premier – seemingly, the manifesto is a

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.

“bold” and “realistic” policy guide and if I may add, very ambitious. One smart feature of this manifesto is, it highlights the Government’s achievements over the years. However, it stopped short of spotlighting vital statistics concerning economic growth, reduction in poverty rates, higher employment, increases in tourist arrivals among other quantitative aspects of the overall economy. These should be presented to foster greater support in the party’s re-election bid. The manifesto carefully outlines the PDM’s plans for health, roads and infrastructure, job growth, education, sports and culture among other impacting issues. The overall economy will reap enormous

benefit from the Government’s policy to diversify tourism, backed by it plans to revitalise its culture and craft industry. Ideally, I’ll recommend my proposed ‘beautiful by nature’ cruise niche to bolster the sector commitment to achieving economic success. Although the policies presented are pertinent to the development and growth of the nation, the manifesto must detail the capital structure – as funding is required to realise these initiatives. To critically evaluate this phenomenon, voters must know from where the money is derived to fund these projects, and determine whether these promises can be delivered. Health and how it impacts education and social life, and other aspects of TCI

communities, must be detailed making it clear how the administration will cope and respond to future crises. I am impressed with the PDM’s bold plans for food security through the intervention of agriculture, and the promotion of trade through the introduction of agribusiness and in the interim, curbing hunger, malnutrition and the ills of poverty. It is inevitable that trade and food availability will be disrupted through wars, soil diseases and plant pests, and soaring global temperatures. Meanwhile, the PDM’s policy on crime and national security from its communitypolicing approach is another hopeful pledge for safe and secure communities. Those who plan to visit and study here will certainly find some sense of solace in the Government’s security programmes. In its resilient infrastructure initiative, the Government will pursue several capital projects and from my lenses, it seems these investments will generate a multitude of jobs for the TCI. From these strategies, Islanders should feel optimistic. However, as a voter, I’d like to see what the Opposition party’s plans are to make a balanced and accurate decision.

Turn some people loose and let them go I believe all of us have some people in our lives that we need to turn loose and let them go. This is demonstrated in the Bible. Remember when Abraham left Ur, he took his nephew Lot with him. Quarrels took place among Lot’s shepherds and Abraham’s shepherds. In order to settle this dispute, Abraham thought it was best that he and Lot separated and moved in opposite directions. I am not here to suggest you hold people in your heart for the wrong they did to you. By all means, love them, forgive them but let them go. You do not to be bosom buddies with someone to prove to them that you have forgiven them. You can forgive and they do not have to be part of your life on a daily basis. You can also love from a far. They do not have to be in your face to love. You see there are some people in your life who are weighing you down. Each time

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you try to get up, you fall because people are keeping you down. There are some people who are just using you like a doormat. They only know you when they want you to do something for them. There are people who are smiling in your face and don’t mean you any good. There are people who are slandering your name and making all sorts of accusations about you. There are people verbally and physically

abusing you. There are people who are constantly fighting with you creating a lot of animosity and hatred. There are people throwing shades at you and you know that you know they mean you but they don’t realise you know that you know. There are some people who are an interference in your Christian walk with God. There are also some people who causing a hindrance in your marriage. They are friends with your spouse but

not with you. It is time to turn these people loose and let them go. It is very difficult letting people go. However, recognise that some people in your life are not there on a permanent basis. They are part of your journey but not your destiny. Be upfront with the individuals. Tell them how you feel and why you are doing what you doing and that you think it is best you sever ties and go separate ways. Be independent. Sometimes we cannot let go of people because we are so dependent on them. Trust me, the minute you let some of these people go, you will realise how much you could have achieved without them. Don’t let fear allow you to keep people in your lives that you do not deserve. Letting go of toxic people is one of the best things you can do to make a fresh start. If you keep some of these people in your lives, sometimes you become just like them. Let some of these people go.

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MEET YOUR CANDIDATES PNP candidate promises a vendors’ post in The Bight Matthew Timothy Stubbs, PNP candidate for Electoral District 6 (ED6) The Bight, Providenciales, has said he will help create a “vendors’ post” if elected on February 19. In a video post on Monday, February 8, on the PNP’s Facebook page Stubbs said the establishment will nurture the creativity of the community and provide business opportunities. “It is often said that if you, give a man a fish you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime,” he wrote in an introduction to the video. During the short video presentation, he said the Bight is located in the “mecca mecca of the tourism strip”. “I will fight to deliver a vendors’ outpost…where you, the people, can go and use your creative skills to make a better

living for you and your family by being self-employed. “This will provide opportunities for small business growth in ED6.” He added: I’m encouraging you to vote for me and the PNP to form the next Government. Together we can make this happen.” Stubbs was interviewed during the PNP’s ‘Virtual Pop Up Conversation’ on its Facebook page on Friday, February 5, in which he said he will fight to empower young TC Islanders. During the live stream he said he grew up on boats, fishing and diving with his father which was his “main way of survival” and learnt that working hard and owning a business is vital. Now he has owned his own business for 24 years, but remains humble and a “small

town boy”, he said. “I am passionate about the success of Turks and Caicos Islanders and given the opportunity, I will fight with every breath in my body to ensure the opportunities so that any Turks and Caicos Islander who wants to own their own business can do so.” He added: “Man I love my country and my country loves me. I will continue to prove the love that I have for my country by ensuring that the next generation is empowered.” Stubbs encouraged young people to “jump on board, sign up” and vote for the PNP. During the interview, he said he will help to fix roads on Tower Drive, and create an auditorium for weddings and events as well as community meet ups. Stubbs joins 14 other PNP

Matthew Stubbs wants to help create a vendors’ post, an auditorium and complete road repairs in The Bight (Screenshot/Progressive National Party)

candidates in vying for a seat in parliament during the upcoming general election to be held on February 19.

Representing the PDM in Electoral District 6 (ED6) The Bight, Providenciales is Audric Skippings.

PDM candidate promises voters a mobile police station BY OLIVIA ROSE The PDM’s candidate for Electoral District 10 (ED10) Wheeland, Providenciales, has promised a mobile police station to curb crime in the community if re-elected. Hon. Vaden Delroy Williams, who is Minister of Immigration, Citizenship, Labour and Employment Services, was speaking at a launch of his candidacy on Thursday, February 4. During the live streamed event, several PDM candidates including Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson described him as a “man of action” who is dedicated to his community. Williams told his constituents that once he is back in his seat they will see the introduction of a mobile police station for Wheeland, Blue Hills and Kew Town. Among other plans to continue developing the district, Williams

pledged to construct a new community centre, address solid waste issues and create business opportunities for residents. “City water all through north west central, the commencement of phase two of the sidewalks - you can see it has started already in the Blue Hills area, and we will implement many tourist attractions. “Community based business opportunities, youth and elderly programmes. “Continued infrastructure upgrades such as street lights, paved roads (such as Laney Avenue and Moses Avenue). “They say if you’re the Government those are the things you’re supposed to do, but they were the Government for 13 years and they have done nothing.” He said a PDM Government will create sustainable economic opportunities for the people of Wheeland. Another priority issue

highlighted was the improvement of solid waste management in the community, in particular the landfill which has been an issue of contention for some time. Back in 2019, residents in the area complained bitterly about the suffocating acrid fumes blowing over their homes and schools. “My people of Wheeland, we are working to secure a contract for the operation and maintenance of the solid waste management site,” he said. Williams told his constituents that he is “committed” to representing their interests on all fronts. “This PDM Government is not now ready for this work, this Government has been working since we were elected in 2016 and we’re still working for the people of this country. He said during his tenure as Minister of Home Affairs with responsibility for Her Majesty’s

Hon. Vaden Delroy Williams, PDM candidate for Electoral District 10 (ED10) Wheeland, Providenciales (Screenshot/People’s Democratic Movement)

Prison, he was instrumental in implementing the ‘Chance for Change’ programme which gave former convicts a new lease on life.

“This programme gives exoffenders a fresh start with job placement for our young men and it makes it easier to re-enter our community,” he added.

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Government failed to provide for the people, says PNP leader BY DELANA ISLES To paraphrase its slogan, the Progressive National Party (PNP) is ‘coming for this work’ and coming prepared. In the words of party leader, Hon. Washington Misick his team are ready for the hard work ahead. Chatting with the Weekly News on Friday, February 5, Misick answered a series of questions on how the PNP would or could perform better than a PDM Government during a pandemic. Q: Do you think and your team have managed to demonstrate that you are the ones to lead the country in these peculiar times? A: I don’t want anybody to think for a moment that turning this economy around, making it safe for people to operate in is going to be easy. I think it does require a certain level of preparation and definitely commitment because there is a lot of hard work to do. I believe my team knows that and they come prepared to do that. There are some things that we will have to do to fix the regime as it relates to Covid-19. At the moment we are at the highest risk, based on the United States advisory. I think we are going to have to work to ensure that the protocols that we have in place meet global benchmarks and then we would have to do a better job of selling our destination. There needs to be far more investment in the promotion of this destination. One thing the PNP will do is focus on how we can really invest heavily in promoting our destination because there is a lot of misinformation out there and clearly speaking as a small destination our infection rate is relatively high, but that doesn’t mean anything in isolation. A positive message needs to be drafted and sent out to the rest of the world. Q: Your manifesto - What can you really and realistically deliver on? A: These are not pie in the sky ideas, we have spent a lot of time developing our programme and the policies outline how the programmes will be delivered. Of course, our ability to deliver depends to some extent on the performance of the economy and the performance of the economy depends on how our visitors feel.

Hon. Washington Misick, leader of the PNP and Opposition (Progressive National Party/Facebook)

In the short term, tourism is our single industry and will remain that way in the short term. It boils down to affordability, but not everything requires massive amounts of money, but what it does require is a reprioritisation of whatever the expenditure is. My focus is going to be on human capital development and the social improvement of our people, the whole thrust of the PNP platform is sustainability. We have to have economic growth, but that economic growth cannot come to the exclusion of the social development of our people. Q: How will a PNP Government boost security and manage crime? A: Crime has to be approached at three levels - short term, medium term and long term. The short term is going to be to increase investment in citizenry security. The medium and long term have to focus on the social development of young people and drawing all aspects of law enforcement in the TCI under one umbrella. One of the things we plan to do is establish an academy for the

training and the maintenance of the skill level of our people on the front end of law enforcement. That has to be one of the most important initial steps. We have to also look at how we can electrify our communities more infrastructure investment in communities by way of lighting and proper roads to allow the police to get in and out. We can’t have no-go communities in Turks and Caicos. Q: And finally, what’s the party’s take on how the Covid-19 situation and the vaccination process is being handled? A: I believe the Government made a big mistake at the very beginning when they did not properly provide for the funding of the essential expenditure that is needed, and should have seen at the time is needed to preserve the lives and the livelihood of people of these Islands. From a financial investment point of view, I think it’s been a failure. Even now there are persons who have not benefited from the CONTINUED 

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A tale of two countries (with apologies to Charles Dickens) Dear Editor, Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson recently announced that, if her Government is re-elected, one of her objectives will be to address the sluggish bureaucratic system. Although the blame for our chaotic and inefficient civil service cannot be placed solely on the PDM, because it has been metastasizing through several generations of Government, one must question why the premier has not taken this overdue and critical action long before now. Saudi Arabia is arguably one of the world’s richest countries, and yet it has the huge problem of being unable to generate sufficient real jobs to employ all its young citizens. Even though these young people’s families often have sufficient wealth to send them to the world’s best high schools and see them graduate from top universities, there are simply not enough private sector jobs available to accommodate them when they return home. So the government becomes the employer of last resort, creating far more jobs than the civil service needs or warrants, at a tremendous cost. While at the same time it has to import large numbers of unskilled labourers from the poorer countries of the world to do those jobs that the local citizens consider to be beneath them. Does anything seem even remotely familiar about this scenario? But now, in the face of declining oil revenues as the world moves away from fossil-based fuels, the Saudis have begun to recognise how unsustainable this phantom bureaucracy has become. And they have started a concerted effort to build a larger and more diverse private sector economy to employ many of these well-educated citizens. Not only is the country allocating vast amounts of money to this effort, but it is putting into place realistic immigration policies to encourage investment. It will also welcome to the country those expatriate professionals who will help build the private sector infrastructure while leading and developing those

citizens who will make it grow. Admittedly the TCI does not have anywhere near the resources of Saudi Arabia to commit to such a private sector development programme, but our challenge remains the same And yet Government seems unwilling or unable to realise the steps that must be taken if a vibrant private sector is to be established here. One that diverges away from the hospitality sector that has proven so vulnerable to an almostcomplete shutdown in the current Covid-19 environment. The education level of too large a portion of our workforce is woefully inadequate. Many of the country’s best and brightest students have not returned home because of the shortage of suitable positions, leaving us with those who have nothing more than local high school or Community College training. This training is far below the standard that it needs to set, primarily because the education system here has been so badly neglected for so many years. And also because it clings blindly to an outdated Caribbean curriculum that affords our students very little chance of success in the competitive international world. The current system of promoting private sector investment and development is so cumbersome and laden with booby traps that it discourages many potential contributors. Hurdles are imposed by the Office of the Attorney General, the Immigration Department, the Financial Services Commission, Invest Turks and Caicos and the local commercial banks. With those is it any wonder that so many businesspeople see the downside risk so outweighing the upside potential that they opt to go to another jurisdiction instead? And to give this subject a particular point of focus, the current PDM Government must accept full and complete responsibility for implementing a system so hopelessly designed and mismanaged that it now takes almost a year to get licence plates for a motor vehicle. Lorne Rowe, Providenciales

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PDM Government ‘lifted up’ residents through people-centred approach BY OLIVIA ROSE PREMIER Sharlene Cartwright Robinson said her Government has touched “every constituency” and “every island” during its tenure, as it strived to better citizens’ lives. She said her administration has “lifted up” residents through its people-centred approach to governance, infrastructural development, prudent economic strategies and social projects. The premier and leader of the People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) spoke during a live video programme hosted by the Hon. Dwayne Taylor on Saturday, January 30. “We have touched every constituency, every island and that was intentional because the Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands is for the entire Turks and Caicos Islands. “A lot of people try to downplay our infrastructural improvements... governments are supposed to do roads so you don’t fire a government that’s doing its job. “But building up communities, paving roads, repairing rundown buildings, knocking down dilapidated buildings and buying buildings – that’s lifting people up. “When you step out of your door and you see a paved road as

Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson during a live streamed programme hosted by Hon. Dwayne Taylor

opposed to all white quarry that already lifts you up,” she said during the event streamed on the PDM’s Facebook page. Cartwright Robinson explained that upon coming to office in 2016, she subsequently changed the Office of the Premier’s name to include a Local Government and Community Development

Department to respond to specific needs of electoral districts. “There’s been a shift in making sure that every community starts getting projects, so even if it isn’t infrastructure that’s managing it under our capital programme for which I chair as Minister of Finance, we do beautification projects under the Premier’s Office.”

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Vasquez and has four children, Ruth, Esther, Jesús and Keyla. Nephew Jose Gabriel Garcia, who is desperate to find his muchloved uncle, described him to the Weekly News as a “charismatic, friendly and resourceful man and a great father”. “The whole community has visited his family in support since he was a very loved man in his city,” he said. “In the same way in the Islands when he left the boat in his free time when he was working, the locals loved him very much.” He added: “We do not know if he could be rescued or has reached some unknown land. We believe in an all-powerful, miracle-working God.” Family friend Jackie Johnson, who is also spreading the word on the search for Ruperto, told the Weekly News that he is a “cheerful, friendly, hardworking

man who loves his family”. Ruperto is about five foot, six inches tall, has brown skin and eyes, sparse grey hair and a scar on his left hand by his thumb. Anyone with information can contact the police on 911 or the family at kjmv0125@gmail.com The Tropic Scout II was on its way to Providenciales from Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic with carrying construction materials, dry goods, diesel and liquid propane. The 180 foot vessel capsized near Swimmers Rock, to the south of the Caicos Banks, at about 1am on January 28, a spokesperson from the police press office said. A private citizen discovered four of the crew in a life raft at about 5am and took them to Blue Haven Dock. Caicos Express Airways later enlisted a plane which located the upturned vessel, and police boat Sea Pursuit was dispatched.

Marine officers rescued three of the remaining crew members at 10.30am. All of the rescued crew members were tested for Covid-19 and quarantined while awaiting results. “The incident resulted in an oil spoil”, according to the police press office, which made the search for the boat’s lead mechanic difficult and had to be called off. As well as the vessel’s fuel, about 30,000 gallons of diesel and liquid propane were secured to the vessel in containers, a DECR spokesperson said. “A safety warning has been issued to all mariners by the Department of Maritime advising of the potential hazard of drifting fuel storage containers, from West Sand Spit, westward.” The search resumed again on Friday, January 29. The cause of the capsize is under investigation.

The PDM leader stressed that the Government has made substantial investment in all islands, especially those that were hard-hit by the 2017 storms. “For example, because the hurricanes would’ve hit the salt islands - South Caicos, Salt Cay, Grand Turk - harder you would see a level of investment higher. “You can’t say only 60 people on Salt Cay, they can’t have whatever. You can’t say South Caicos can’t have their community centre or schools because that’s not the Government they support. “You can’t ignore the nation’s capital which we have to continue to rebuild…but we also did other projects so it wasn’t just about rebuilding,” she added. LIFTING PEOPLE UP

Cartwright Robinson recalled numerous town hall meetings where residents on all islands were given an opportunity to voice their concerns to elected leaders. She stressed that this strategy allowed her Government to focus on improving local communities, self-reliance and promote participatory decision-making. “When we talk about lifting up people...we periodically went to

every island, we did that in rounds so people had the opportunity to be uplifted with information. “We went to Middle Caicos and they said we need a vector control truck. If we didn’t have it by the next round of town halls we would tell them when it’s coming and that’s how we informed ourselves as well as to what communities needed.” The premier disclosed that her administration agreed to implement terminal benefits and return gratuity to civil servants. “And then when you look at the largest sector of workers in this country - it’s the civil service - we had to return the increment. “They’re people who are working extremely hard and it’s tied to performance.” She added: “When the hurricane came, for the first time ever we gave hurricane advance never before done. “So, we did these things to uplift our civil service. We made sure to start work to improve their working conditions so it’s not just about the physical but it’s also about the benefits.” In response to the Covid-19 crisis, Cartwright Robinson said her Government injected $45.5 million in grants, write-offs and waivers to prop up the pandemicbattered economy. From this sum, $25.5 million was disbursed through an employee stimulus programme targeting the hospitality and tourism sector. Additionally, $10 million was pumped into MSME businesses in the form of grants for selfemployed individuals and TCI majority owned businesses and over $20 million was spent on write-offs and waivers. $35.2 million also went towards direct funding through the capital programme to stimulate the local economy and $500,000 was invested in social enhancement aid programmes to provide food vouchers to most vulnerable families during the lockdown. Along with these efforts, the Government also negotiated with banks, electricity, water, telecommunications service providers for relief programmes for residents.

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More fines issued for Covid-19 rule breakers A Grand Turk restaurant was fined $5,000 for remaining open past the permitted time, police revealed in their latest list of Covid-19 control rule breakers. The establishment on Church Folly was just one of several ticketing cases on the island during the week of January 25 to 30. Police were also dispatched to a

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private gathering at a home located in the West Road district and a $250 ticket was issued to the homeowner. And one private citizen was issued a $250 fine for breaching curfew. On Saturday, January 30, officers responded to a home in Juba Sound, Providenciales at about 6.40pm following reports of

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a house party. As a result, a number of people were issued with a fixed penalty ticket of $250. Fifteen further fines of $250 were issued for curfew breaches in Providenciales that week. Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting said: “These are challenging times for the Turks and Caicos Islands due to the impact of Covid-19 and the subsequent regulations. “However, the health of our communities is a priority and officers will not hesitate to take enforcement action against persons who appear to be in breach of the regulations.” According to the Public and Environmental Health (Covid-19) (Control Measures) (Amendment) (No. 3) Regulations 2021, public gathering and social activities are prohibited.

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stimulus initiative. There is also a complete lack of collaboration between private stakeholder and the Government to build a system that would make it inclusive to ensure everyone would benefit that needed to be touched. I think from the point of view of looking after people it has been an abysmal failure. And we now face a situation where we are going into an election where a lot of people are ill. This could have an impact on the turn out. The Government had back in November, even December, or

even earlier to call an election. The world warned that as we move into the cold season in the western hemisphere there was a real possibility of a third wave, and I think the Government should have taken warning and called an election. This issue could have been resolved, and by now we would have been on a pathway towards presenting a new budget for the future that is realistic and would take into consideration the reduced levels of revenue in the short term, and the appropriation of those revenues for critical areas of government - especially the social development and sustenance of people.

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THE SALT CAY NOTE

The last of the public island communities to be Covid-free (Titus de Boer)

Salt Cay - crime free, Covid free and mostly self-managed (Titus de Boer)

Necessitas non habet legem Self-management Salt Cay style

Salt Cay is a peculiar place. Especially these days. For not only is it the least populated of the Islands (excluding the privately-owned cays from this list), but it is also the most isolated and ‘self-managed’ of all the island communities. Yes, there is a two-person island administration, headed up by a district commissioner and theoretically supported by a district board. But when you’re asked to be administrator and community manager, all in one person, the officially limited powers of your role soon become all too apparent. Just how ‘self-management’ works - and doesn’t - has become evident again during the ongoing pandemic and subsequent lockdowns, just as it did during the 2017 hurricanes and their aftermath. Case in point: As I write this, Salt Cay has become the last of the island communities (again excluding Pine, Parrot and Ambergris Cay) to be Covid-free, as the first cases are now recorded in Middle Caicos. Or so we think, with not a single Covid test ever having been conducted here since the onset of this health crisis. Yes, requests were made and yes, lip service was paid, but that’s where it eventually ended. How difficult can it be to send a

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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

team over to test a population of fewer than 100 persons, you may be tempted to ask. And yet, between rough seas, planes not flying and other organisational impediments, it just didn’t happen. No tests, no Covid-19 cases on Salt Cay! There is also, however, a positive, pragmatic side to ‘self-management’ which manifests itself in so many ways on a daily basis. When the pandemic first hit the islands and Salt Cay was locked down,

it quickly dawned on people on the ground that supply routes and logistical challenges, on an island with no major food outlets to speak of, had been, not uncharacteristically, overlooked by officialdom. A plan had to be concocted - and quickly. Within days a plan was in place, drawn up and actioned - by the people, for the people. Salt Cay had, once again, chosen self-management over potentially pernicious inaction. And yet there are undeniable limitations with regard to the effectiveness of the self-management regime. Again, the current situation highlights this dilemma only too well, especially when it comes to law enforcement. With social distancing having become a way of life, it is almost a blessing in disguise that Salt Cay is lacking in some of the distractions - some might call them temptations - that the residents of Grand Turk and Provo struggle to do without. In the absence of a vibrant bar and restaurant scene, even in the best of times, and invites to dinner or drinks parties being the stuff of distant memories, it has been fairly easy to - more or less - abide by the social distancing and public health measures. And by and large, people on Salt Cay have been compliant with those rules.

And that’s a good thing. For what would happen if, for argument’s sake, the owner of a Salt Cay restaurant were to decide to host a musical event, disregarding social distancing, mask protocols, 30 percent occupancy limits, or mandated closing hours? Or if someone were to throw a wild party until late in the night. We know only too well what would - or certainly could - potentially happen on Providenciales or Grand Turk. Stiff fines and business closures. On Salt Cay, chances are, nothing would happen. But before we hasten to judge too harshly, let’s ask why that is. Can one district commissioner, in the absence of any law enforcement in the island, be expected to be aware of everything that goes on, on the island clearly not. Nor can nor should one expect people to take the law into their own hands and be forced to engage in denunciation. In Salt Cay people have each other’s backs - that’s how it works. The Romans coined the phrase, ‘Neccesitas non habet legem’- necessity has no law. I am clearly not suggesting that Salt Cay is lawless. Of course not, but if necessity is indeed ‘the mother of invention’, we appear to have invented our own style of self-management here - for better or worse - in this peculiar place, Salt Cay.

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Voters reveal preferred party to take TCI forward BY MAKAJAH FORBES As February 19 gets ever closer, the Weekly News took to the streets to ask voters their thoughts on the upcoming general election. The main contenders this year are the governing People’s Democratic Movement (PDM) and the Progressive National Party (PNP) with 15 candidates each. There are also seven independent candidates, and just one from the Progressive Democratic Alliance (PDA) competing for the all island seats. We asked people what they thought are the greatest problems the TCI is facing right now and which party can take on those challenges to move the territory forward. WHAT ARE THE TCI’S GREATEST PROBLEMS? A young entrepreneur from Providenciales told the Weekly

News: “Well obviously Covid-19, but there has been a huge impact on our workforce, so getting people back to work to the same level of pay and power that they had post pandemic is a huge one. “Secondly…I think the Government must change the way they make money. “I think the sources of Government revenue is a big issue and it’s because of that, it is a source of why things are slow to change but for me I think its dealing with the pandemic over the next four years “Offset to that, cost of living I think is a huge one, particularly for middle- and lower-class residents who are living from paycheque to paycheque.” A manger from Turtle Cove said one of the problems that the TCI is facing is the lack of activities for young people. “We need activities for young people - some engagements, something for young people to be

engaged in and some type of trade school is needed because not all young people have the opportunity to go away for school. “Another one is sorting out the TCI status of young people. Without it they are in some type of limbo and the cannot be gainfully employed for jobs and they became a blight on the community.” Other problems that were brought up were lack of employment for Turks and Caicos Islanders, migrants, crimes/ violence, equality in the workplace, unemployment and retirement plans for the indigenous Turks and Caicos Islanders. Several interviewees said they hoped the future Government would improve on education, immigration, employment, living costs, and new ways to for the territory to make money. WHICH PARTY CAN SHOULDER THE FUTURE OF THE TCI?

A human resources manager from Long Bay told the Weekly News that they thought the PDM could carry the TCI forward because they are currently in power. “I believe that they have all of the insight of how they would proceed to go further. “On the other hand, I can’t say the same thing for PNP because they are not in power and I am not sure if they have all the insight of what is actually happening in order to allow the country to move forward. “Normally what happens is that once a party is elected, they try to demolish what the previous party implemented, and it only takes the country backwards every time, so we never move forward.” A waiter from a restaurant on Old Airport Road said the PNP is the party prepared to lead the TCI to the future. “I voted for PDM and they haven’t done anything for me that I am aware of and I haven’t seen

anything they have done to help the nation go further,” she said. While some participants chose to pick sides, a manager from Grace Bay said: “I personally vote for the candidate(s) vs the party, however, I’m torn between the two parties because PDM has stepped up to the plate and took us through these unprecedented times. “But in the same breath, I would say PNP party because they have great candidates that are great visionaries, something we need to move to the next step. “So, I say I would let the best man or party win.” Seven out of 16 people interviewed said they trusted the PNP to carry the TCI to a bright future while six said the PDM is the light that will guide the way. Just three participants said that neither party is fit to lead the territory to a future of prosperity or that both parties are great candidates to do so.

Tactical Unit officers are ‘heroes’, says governor BY DELANA ISLES The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF)’s Tactical Unit is highly motivated and building serious capability. This is according to Governor Nigel Dakin, who, in an Instagram post on Friday, February 8, sang praises of local officers attached to the unit. “They work largely unnoticed by the general population because they work largely at night and they increasingly work deliberately to an intelligence brief.” Governor Dakin has credited a number of high-profile arrests of “dangerous men” made recently to the unit. On November 16, 2020, the RTCIPF swore in 15 specialty officers from the UK to support the work of the force and offer training, including to the Tactical Unit “At the end of last year, we brought over from the UK a group of highly experienced firearms officers to support this unit,” Dakin said. “What we didn’t stress then was within them are some of the UK’s best instructors and so today I attended the conclusion of a fourweek course which the Tactical Unit have been engaged on. “It invested heavily in them in terms

of both individual and team skills.” He praised their training efforts and bravery, dubbing the unit officers as “some of my heroes”. “They are frequently required to enter premises where they believe an armed threat exists and pull over vehicles where the same risks are in play and the last weeks have been spent drilling, over and over again…” The governor said he saw firsthand the expertise that the UK officers have passed on to local cops. “Having watched this afternoon, as flash-bangs deployed and a serious and determined group of well-armed officers worked their way rapidly, aggressively and safely through a building - I’m glad they are on our side. “Same was true in terms of the very hard vehicle stops I witnessed.” According to Governor Dakin, the UK trainers described the local officers as “the most motivated they’d worked with”. “I’ve heard this compliment from different instructors when we did public order training with the same group last year; and this motivation coupled with considerable experience in the team plus the right tactics tells me we are now building serious capability as well as capacity.”

Officer from the Tactical Unit demonstrates his acquired skills (Nigel Dakin/Instagram)

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List of registered voters posted to 77 locations Residents can now view the full 2021-2022 Electors List which was posted to 77 locations in the TCI’s ten electoral districts on Tuesday, February 2. Registered voters have 14 days - until February 16 - to scrutinise it and make any claims or objections on their own or another’s behalf. Supervisor of Elections Lister Dudley Lewis said: “The electors register that will be used to facilitate the 2021 general election scheduled for February 19 was published on March 31, 2020. “The electors list published today will not be used to

facilitate the upcoming general election and only persons names that appear on the 2020 published electors register will be permitted to vote.” An elector who is away from the territory for the next two weeks may appoint an agent to act on their behalf. The agent must produce a sworn affidavit saying the same. Claims or objections can be submitted to the Grand Turk Elections Office at Arthur Lightbourne Building, Pond Street or the Providenciales Elections Office at Butterfield Square or any district commissioner’s office or at dllewis@gov.tc

Online learning will continue for students BY DELANA ISLES Another school term will be taught online for the majority of students in the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Ministry of Education has announced. Last week, the ministry informed schools of its decision to delay their reopening, just days after the territory recorded its highest ever number of Covid-19 positive cases. That letter read: “Effective February 1, all schools will continue with online learning only. This position will be re-evaluated by February 10, 2021. “Students of fourth and fifth forms are allowed on campus only for SBAs and other practical assessments, external examinations and mock examinations. “The ministry will provide

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a subsequent update on the implementation of phase five of the roadmap and plans for the final school term. “We appreciate the level of understanding by teachers and parents as we navigate through these challenging times.” A few days prior to the ministry’s letter, Minister of Health Hon. Edwin Astwood responded to media queries about prioritising vaccinations for teachers, as frontline workers. He said the Minister of Education, Hon. Karen Malcolm had made representation to have teachers vaccinated - those who wish to be - before face to face learning resumes for all classes. On Wednesday, February 10, the Public and Environmental Health (Covid-19) (Control Measures) Regulations expire once again.

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There are 22 species of paper wasps in North America including the Caribbean (Wikipedia)

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I don’t know if it’s only me but I have the impression that we have a lot more wasps than before. Anyway, at my house there are a lot of wasps. I would like to find the damn nest because walking on one does no good. I know it! Paper wasp is the common name for medium to large sized wasps that construct nests made of a papery material. The nests consist of a single upside-down layer of brood cells (compartments for the young). There are 22 species of paper wasps in North America including the Caribbean. Most paper wasps measure about 0.75 inches long and are black, brown or reddish in colour with yellow markings. Paper wasps will defend their nest if attacked. Adults forage for nectar, their source of energy, and for caterpillars to feed the larvae (young). They are natural enemies of many garden insect pests. The nests of most species are suspended from a single, central stalk and have the shape of an upside-down umbrella. Plant and wood fibres are collected by the wasps, mixed with saliva, and chewed into a papier-maché-like material that is formed into the thin cells of the nest. The nests are constructed in protected places, such as under

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the eaves of buildings or in dense vegetation like scaevola. Normally a colony of several to several dozen paper wasps inhabit the nest. In most species of paper wasps, colonies are founded by one female who dominates the colony and lays most of the eggs. This female constructs the nest, lays eggs, forages and raises the first generation of offspring. If problems do arise, use a small amount of insecticide that is labelled for bees and wasps - this can be dust, wettable powders, microencapsulated products or aerosols. The labelled pesticide should be blown into the nesting holes. This is more safely done with aerosols than with the other formulations. But remember this: Always keep a safe distance and have an exit strategy. You’re going to make some stinging bugs very angry. Wear protective clothing. Try to eradicate the nest in the evening. This is when most of the individuals are back after hunting for the day and they are more docile at dark (don’t use flashlights). Make sure children, pets and neighbours are inside. Spray the nest thoroughly with your preferred pest control product.

Let the colony fully expire and wait until the next day to remove the nest from its location. Individuals may have escaped or have not yet returned to the nest. The next day, wrap a garbage bag around your hand, reach up to grab the nest and pull the bag over the colony, tying it and disposing of it properly. If the nest is in a hard to reach place, you should never attempt to remove it by yourself. This can easily become a hazardous situation. Never set a wasp nest on fire. This might seem like common sense, but you’d be surprised at how many people think this is a good idea. It’s dangerous for you and of course, your property. From gasoline to aerosol sprays with lighters, killing a wasp nest yourself isn’t worth burning down your house. Never spray them with a hose. Water will not kill the nest and will only make them angry, looking to attack anything nearby. Sure, water may seem like a safer alternative to spraying chemicals, but it’s almost equally as dangerous.

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‘I am not a dictator’ Haiti president says after announcing foiled coup attempt “I AM not a dictator,” Haitian President Jovenel Moise said during a national address Sunday, hours after announcing that the police had foiled a coup attempt and made more than 20 arrests. Haitians woke Sunday to gunfire in areas near the national palace, and a high police presence was seen by VOA Creole reporters on the scene. At midday, the president surprised the nation by going live on Facebook from the international airport in Portau-Prince to announce a foiled coup attempt and the arrests. The prime minister would give more details, the president said, before heading to the southern coastal town of Jacmel to inaugurate Carnival festivities. He was accompanied by his wife, first lady Martine Moise. Moise has said he will serve another year because he was sworn in in 2017 for a five-year term. But the nation’s opposition party says the president’s term should have ended Sunday, February 7, the date set by the constitution when elected presidents are sworn into office. Moise failed to hold elections in 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic and a climate of insecurity. The Biden administration on Friday expressed support for Moise’s

Haiti’s President Jovenel Moise has said he will serve another year because he was sworn in in 2017 for a five-year term.

position that his term would end February 7, 2022, while urging him to respect the rule of law, refrain from issuing more decrees and organize elections as soon as possible. It’s a position also supported by the United Nations and Organization of American States Secretary General Luis Almagro. On Saturday, some U.S. lawmakers wrote to Secretary of State Antony Blinken condemning Moise’s actions. The State Department and U.S. Embassy in Haiti did not comment

on Sunday’s events. Prime Minister Joseph Jouthe described the police operation during an afternoon press conference at his official residence as “operation catastrophe” during which police targeted a location called Habitation Petit Bois in the Tabarre neighborhood of the capital. The prime minister said police made 23 arrests and seized U.S. and Haitian currency, weapons and munition. “Among the 23 arrested, unfortunately there was a Supreme Court judge and an inspector general

for the national police force. We deplore this,” he said. The Supreme Court judge has been identified as Hiviquel Dabrezil and the Police Nationale d’Haiti Inspector General was identified as Marie Louise Gauthier. Agronomist Louis Buteau was also detained. Prime Minister Joseph described the alleged attempted coup: “Those people had contacted the official in charge of security for the national palace who were to arrest the president and take him to Habitation Petit Bois and also facilitate the swearing in of a new provisional president who would oversee the transition.” The prime minister added that he saw and heard proof in the form of audio recordings, signed documents and the text of a speech for the inauguration of the new president. The opposition’s transition plan called for a judge of the Supreme Court to replace Moise after his term expired on February 7. Asked by VOA Creole on Saturday who they had chosen among the judges, Andre Michel, a lawyer who represents the coalition of the Democratic and Popular opposition groups, declined to specify who it would be. He told VOA if he gave the name, the person would not live

to see Sunday. As the prime minister was speaking, Michel held a simultaneous press conference elsewhere in town to denounce the arrests and insist that President Jovenel Moise is now a defacto leader because his term expired at midnight on Saturday. “The CSPJ (Superior Council of the Judiciary Branch), who in principle has the last word in any political or legal conflict — this judicial branch of government — says Jovenel Moise’s constitutional term of office has expired,” Michel said, adding that this position is supported by members of the U.S. Congress. Democratic Congressman Gregory Meeks tweeted Saturday that he co-led a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken with Congresswoman Yvette Clarke “to condemn President Moise’s undemocratic actions in Haiti, urging for a Haitian-led democratic transition of power. The letter was signed by five other House representatives: Albio Sires, Andy Levin, Alcee Hastings, Ilhan Omar and Darren Soto. Moise has faced intense pressure internally and internationally over the past months for ruling by decree and failing to curb the rampant kidnappings and gang violence that have terrorized the nation.

Burt: Black people more likely to die if they skip Covid-19 vaccination BLACK people are more likely to die from Covid-19 than White people if present vaccination trends continue, the Premier warned on Friday night. David Burt made the stark prediction as he confirmed that vaccination rates among the Black population “significantly trail” those of Whites. Mr Burt said: “Around the world, Black people have worse health outcomes than Whites. “Why? As they have less access to healthcare. “In Bermuda, our goal is to ensure that all people are protected from a disease that has seen 12 residents – mostly Black people – die.” He added: “If current vaccination trends in Bermuda hold, Black persons will be far more likely to develop serious diseases if exposed to the coronavirus as their vaccination rates significantly trail the White population. “Sadly, the outcome of less Black people getting vaccinated will be the increased likelihood of more Black people dying.” Mr Burt also took aim at Milton Brown, an American doctor, who raised questions about the safety of

the vaccine in an interview broadcast several times by radio station Magic 102.7. He said: “In Bermuda, we do not control or muzzle the media, so people are welcome to publish and broadcast their opinions.” But Mr Burt added: “I ask people to speak to their actual local doctor and not make this important decision by listening to a doctor from overseas on the radio. “This vaccine is 95 per cent effective in preventing serious disease from a coronavirus infection.” Mr Burt insisted: “People should speak to their own medical doctor for advice instead of listening to talk radio. “It is unfortunate that there are many in the community that wish to discourage persons from making a decision that should be between them and their doctor. “I am grateful that the vast majority of local doctors have taken the vaccine and have encouraged their patients to do so too, as they trust science.” The news came as staff shortages led to delays at the Government’s

David Burt made the stark prediction as he confirmed that vaccination rates among the Black population “significantly trail” those of Whites.

vaccination centre at Prospect on Thursday and the vaccination phone hotline had to shut down after it was swamped by calls. But a Ministry of Health spokeswoman said last night the staff shortages had been resolved. The spokeswoman added that between three and six nurses administered the vaccine yesterday

and that there were no delays. The spokeswoman also insisted that enough staff will be on hand to man a second Government vaccination centre scheduled to open soon. Details on that centre remain under wraps. But the vaccine telephone hotline was expected to remain out of commission until next week.

The spokeswoman said: “The repairs to the vaccine hotline are being made early next week. “We pinpointed the problem yesterday and will remedy as soon as technically possible.” She added: “We apologise for delays that were experienced on Thursday. “We are committed to learning from all experiences and to implement improvements to our processes. “The most important thing to note is that over 6,000 vaccine doses have been administered and this is great progress for Bermuda.” The latest test results showed no change in the number of active cases on the island, which remained at ten. A total of 351 test results came back to health officials today and all were clear. For information on vaccines and how the Covid-19 vaccination will be administered, as well as for frequently asked questions on the vaccine, visit www.gov.bm/vaccines. The Covid-19 vaccination registration form is offline at present, but will be available again from Monday morning. (Royal Gazette)

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Bahamas: Turnquest dropped from election list and others will follow PETER Turnquest, the deputy leader of the Free National Movement and former Deputy Prime Minister will not receive his party’s nomination for the next general election. The East Grand Bahama MP revealed this in a note over the weekend to constituents. It said: “By now you would have no doubt heard the report that I have been advised by the party leader that I will not receive the nomination for East Grand Bahama.” “I assume that council will give final confirmation or otherwise on that decision at its next sitting.” The revelation comes a little over two months since Mr Turnquest resigned as deputy prime minister and minister of finance after he was named in a Supreme Court lawsuit relating to an alleged $27m fraud. He is not listed as a defendant in the matter, however, and has maintained his innocence. Mr Turnquest declined to

Peter Turnquest declined to comment on the nomination issue, saying he will make a statement after “final decisions have been made”.

comment on the nomination issue, saying he will make a statement after “final decisions have been made”. FNM chairman Carl Culmer also declined to comment, saying the

matter has not yet come before the party’s executive council. Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis initially said he does not discuss the party’s business. However last night he issued a statement saying the party will have a mix of new entrants and incumbents in the next election. “Some people who ran in 2017 will not run in the next general election,” he said. “The party is grateful for the service of all incumbents who are moving on. They have been instrumental in helping our administration advance policies to empower Bahamians. “There will be much public speculation as decisions are made as to who will and who will not

run. Out of respect and courtesy, our party will first privately inform those incumbents who will not be nominated again before we make public announcements. “The FNM is a big-tent party. There are many pathways to service beyond frontline candidacy. It is our intention to draw on the expertise of some of our former candidates in various ways in the future should the people again give us their confidence as their government.” Dr Minnis’ statement came as sources have told The Tribune that at least three other incumbent FNM MPs who want to run again are seen as vulnerable enough to be denied a nomination. This does not include Pineridge MP Frederick McAlpine, who is widely expected to be denied a nomination after castigating his party for much of the past several years, nor does it include Elizabeth MP Dr Duane Sands, whose future with the party is unclear. News that Mr Turnquest will not receive a nomination prompted mixed reactions from FNM supporters. Some defended the move, insisting Mr Turnquest’s legal issues would be baggage on the party as it tries to pin corruption narratives on the Progressive Liberal Party. Others, however, complained that Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis simply moved to oust a potential rival with whom he did not enjoy a close relationship. Elected deputy leader of the

Free National Movement in 2014 during the party’s tumultuous time in opposition, Mr Turnquest stood by Dr Minnis’ side when Loretta Butler-Turner led a revolt against the Killarney MP in 2016. Despite this, Mr Turnquest was not in the prime minister’s circle of most trusted colleagues. Members of the FNM’s East Grand Bahama Constituency Association appeared to be caught off guard by the news over the weekend. One executive said he needed to get more information and to “understand the whole thing,” adding that it “all happened so fast”. Derick King, the chairman of that constituency branch, declined to comment, saying: “It’s a fluid situation, I have no comment at this time.” After news about Mr Turnquest broke, observers quickly speculated about the future of the former health minister. Dr Sands, who resigned as minister last May, has been critical of the Minnis administration. Dressed in FNM paraphernalia, he walked around the Elizabeth constituency with a group of nearly 15 people on Saturday. A note that was circulated alongside photos of the walkabout said: “Dr Duane Sands, MP, on the ground in Elizabeth today speaking with constituents. Residents expressed their support for the member of Parliament as he updated constituents on ongoing initiatives and plans in the community.”

In Latin America and the Caribbean, 37 countries will receive vaccines through COVAX.

Cayman Islands declines to take part in COVAX CHIEF Medical Officer of the Cayman Islands, Dr John Lee has announced that the Cayman Islands Government has declined to take part in the distribution of the vaccine by the COVAX initiative, a coalition led by WHO and Gavi to ensure equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. This was in recognition of the demand for the vaccine in countries more severely impacted than the Cayman Islands but also the British Government’s commitment to supplying the Cayman Islands with necessary doses of the vaccine. According to Cayman Islands Governor, Martyn Roper, a set of Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines is scheduled to arrive in the Cayman Islands on February 11 on a British Airways flight. The new shipment that arrives on February 11 will take the Cayman Islands to 38,000 doses which is close to 20,000 people who can be vaccinated or the equivalent of 40 per cent of the adult population.

“This is a really strong show of support from the UK for Cayman,” said Mr Roper. The World Health Organization (WHO) says wealthy nations have bought most of the current supply of available COVID-19 vaccine, leaving the world’s poorest nations unable to obtain them and Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, head of the WHO says the world is on the edge of a “catastrophic moral failure”. In Latin America and the Caribbean, 37 countries will receive vaccines through COVAX. Of these, 27 will do so with their own financing and 10 will do so at no cost due to their economic condition or population size. On February 1, Thirty-six of the countries and territories participating in COVAX received letters about the estimated number of doses of AstraZeneca vaccine that they could be receiving from the second half of February through the second quarter of 2021.

Jamaican pastor preaches fire for fire, says clergymen should consider carrying guns ORGANISER of the annual 10,000 Men and Family’s March in Spanish Town, Bishop Rohan Edwards, says the time has come for pastors to arm themselves to protect their congregation from vicious men. Speaking against the background of the murder of Andrea LoweGarwood, who was shot dead on Sunday by a lone gunman while worshipping at the Agape Christian Fellowship Church in Falmouth, Trelawny, Edwards called on pastors to put in place all the necessary security features in churches to protect worshippers. “I made this call before and I am saying again, it’s time for churches to put proper security mechanisms in place to protect the flock, including pastors arming themselves,” said the firebrand bishop who oversees the Lighthouse Ministries churches across the island. “There is a concept in Jamaica where people don’t believe in pastors carrying firearms, but this is a wrong concept. Pastors are human beings and if these men can carry out these

Bishop Rohan Edwards called on pastors to put in place all the necessary security features in churches to protect worshippers.

acts in broad daylight, you just can’t play with them,” he said. Citing the 2018 killing of 29-year-old James Johnson, pastor at the Church of God of Prophecy in Old Harbour, who was shot and killed by a lone gunman while he was conducting Bible studies at the church, Edwards described the men carrying out these acts as heartless

and wicked. “They have no respect for the house of God,” he said. “It hurts my heart to see what took place at Pastor Junior Rutty’s Church in Falmouth. I don’t believe that God would punish any pastor if a gunman come into his church and he is met with return fire power. I really don’t think God would hold it against the pastor.”

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Iran nuclear deal: US sanctions will not be lifted for talks, says Biden US President Joe Biden says he will not lift economic sanctions against Iran until it complies with the terms agreed under a 2015 nuclear deal. Mr Biden was speaking in a CBS News interview aired on Sunday. But Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said Tehran would only return to compliance if the US first lifted all economic sanctions. The 2015 deal sought to limit Iran’s nuclear programme, with sanctions eased in return. Former President Donald Trump, however, withdrew the US from the deal in 2018 and re-imposed sanctions, leading Iran to roll back on a number of its commitments. Iran, which says its nuclear programme is peaceful, has been increasing its stockpile of enriched uranium. Enriched uranium can be used to make reactor fuel, but also nuclear bombs. Under the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal - an agreement reached between Iran, the US, China, France, Germany, Russia and the UK Tehran agreed to limit its uranium enrichment and allow international inspectors to access sites and facilities. In return, sanctions imposed on Tehran were lifted. But Mr Trump withdrew the US from the deal, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), in an effort to force Iran

The Synod of Bishops studies key questions of Catholic doctrine.

Pope Francis appoints first woman to the Synod of Bishops US President Joe Biden wants Iran to comply with the terms agreed upon under a 2015 nuclear deal.

to negotiate a new accord, and reinstated economic sanctions. Mr Trump wanted to place indefinite curbs on Tehran’s nuclear programme and also halt its development of ballistic missiles. Iran refused. In July 2019, it breached the 3.67% cap on uranium enrichment and in January this year announced it had resumed enriching uranium to 20% purity. Weaponsgrade uranium is 90% purity. In a short clip of the interview published before the full broadcast at 16:00 EST (21:00 GMT) on Sunday, Mr Biden was asked if he would halt economic sanctions to bring Tehran back to the negotiating table, and he replied: “No.”

Meanwhile, Ali Khamenei said that for Iran to return to its commitments under the deal, the US must first “abolish all sanctions”, Iranian state TV reported on Sunday. “We will assess, and if we see that they have acted faithfully in this regard, we will return to our commitment,” he said, adding: “It is the irreversible and final decision and all Iranian officials have consensus over it.” The president also talked about the US relationship with China. He said there was no reason for Washington to be drawn into direct conflict with Beijing, but that both sides would engage in what he called “extreme competition” on the global economic stage.

THE Pope has appointed a woman as an undersecretary to the Synod of Bishops for the first time. Sister Nathalie Becquart, who is from France, will have voting rights in the body, which advises the pontiff and debates some of the most controversial issues in the Roman Catholic Church. Ms Becquart has worked with the synod as a consultant since 2019. The body’s secretary-general, Cardinal Mario Grech, said the appointment showed that “a door has opened”. He noted that the decision reflects the Pope’s desire “for a greater participation of women in the process of discernment and decisionmaking in the church”. The BBC’s John McManus says the move is not a precursor to

ordaining women as priests, although some opponents may regard it as a further step in that direction. Luis Marín de San Martín, a priest from Spain, was also named as a new undersecretary of the synod. In recent years, the Synod of Bishops has debated topics of doctrine including the treatment of divorced and married Catholics. The news comes less than a month after Pope Francis formally changed the law in the Church to allow women to administer communion and serve at the altar, although the decree stressed that ordained priesthood would remain open to men only. Last year, meanwhile, the pontiff appointed six women to the council which oversees the Vatican’s finances. (BBC)

Dutch suspend foreign adoptions after abuses found THE Netherlands is suspending all adoptions from abroad with immediate effect, after an official inquiry found many abuses. The investigation focused on the adoption of children from Bangladesh, Brazil, Colombia, Indonesia and Sri Lanka from 1967 to 1998. Minister for Local Protection Sander Dekker said Dutch governments had failed for years to intervene. The abuses included coercing or paying birth mothers to give up children. The investigative committee found that Dutch government officials were aware of wrongdoing and that some were involved in abuses, though it did not find evidence of bribery. Mr Dekker said officials had failed by “looking away from abuses for years”. “The government has not done what should be expected of it and should have taken a more active role in preventing abuse, and that is a painful observation. There are apologies for this. And I therefore offer these apologies to the adoptees

Arrested CGTN business anchor Cheng Lei speaks at the 2019 Web Summit in Lisbon, Portugal.

The investigation focused on the adoption of children from Indonesia and four other countries.

today, on behalf of the cabinet.” One Dutch woman who is searching for her birth parents in Indonesia told the BBC she welcomed the government’s decision, saying the current system had encouraged the trafficking of children. Widya Astuti Boerma, 45, said “Dutch inter-country adoption is still based on a money incentive procedure and this motivates trafficking. “Today, inter-country adoption

is still focused on adoption parents who are looking for a child, and this should actually be the other way around.” Jerome Wirawan of the BBC Indonesian Service reports that more than 3,000 Indonesian children were adopted by Dutch nationals during the decade until 1984, when Indonesia all but banned the practice. Indonesia - formerly the Dutch East Indies - declared independence from the Netherlands in 1945.

China arrests Australian TV host on suspicion of spying AN AUSTRALIAN employee of China’s state broadcaster CGTN has been arrested on suspicion of “illegally supplying state secrets overseas,” Canberra said Monday. In a statement, Australian Foreign Minister Marise Payne said Cheng Lei, who has been detained in China since August 13, 2020, had been formally arrested on February 5. “Chinese authorities have advised that Ms Cheng was arrested on suspicion of illegally supplying state secrets overseas,” Payne said, adding

that “the Australian Government has raised its serious concerns about Ms Cheng’s detention regularly at senior levels, including about her welfare and conditions of detention.” Australian consular officials have visited Cheng regularly since she was detained, most recently on January 27, 2021. Cheng was a business anchor on CGTN, the international arm of China’s state-owned broadcaster CCTV, which has since scrubbed all reference to her from its website and social media.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pleads not guilty to corruption charges ISRAELI Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has told a Jerusalem court he is not guilty of one charge of bribery and three charges of fraud and breach of trust. Monday’s appearance was Netanyahu’s second in court since his corruption trial formally began in May. Netanyahu, wearing a black mask, entered the court shortly after 9 a.m. and stood to confirm that the pleas of not guilty, submitted earlier in written form by his lawyers, represented his reply to the charges. “I confirm the written answer submitted in my name,” the Prime Minister told the judges. Netanyahu, who is the first sitting Israeli Prime Minister to appear in court as a defendant, is charged in three separate cases. In the most serious case, Netanyahu is accused of advancing regulatory benefits worth more than 1 billion shekels (more than $300 million) in favor of a telecommunications company controlled by a millionaire

friend, prosecutors say. In exchange, Netanyahu received favorable coverage from a news site, even influencing wording and story selection, prosecutors allege. Monday’s court session is also discussing the trial’s timetable, in particular when full evidentiary proceedings should take place. Israelis vote in a general election in six weeks’ time, and in a possible indication of the Prime Minister’s desire to delay the prosecution opening and calling of witnesses, one of his most loyal party allies has called on judges to postpone further hearings until after the vote on March 23. Allowing proceedings to continue at this time would constitute “gross interference in the election process by the judiciary,” Parliamentary Speaker Yariv Levin told newspaper Israel Hayom on Sunday. Outside the court, dozens of antiNetanyahu demonstrators gathered, many carrying the now-familiar “Crime Minister” placards.

A Buckingham Palace spokesman said: “Queen’s consent is a parliamentary process, with the role of sovereign purely formal.

Queen shown legislation by convention, Buckingham Palace says The Queen was shown legislation which may have forced her to reveal her private finances in the 1970s “by convention”, Buckingham Palace says. Papers published by the Guardian suggest the monarch’s personal lawyers successfully lobbied to change a draft law to conceal her wealth. The documents were unearthed as part of an investigation into Queen’s consent. It is a process where Parliament asks for consent when debating bills which affect the Crown’s interests. Queen’s consent is always granted where requested, the palace said. The long-established convention sees the monarch asked to provide consent by Parliament when it is considering legislation “which would affect the prerogative or interests of the Crown”, according to the Royal Family’s website. This process is separate to

Royal Assent, where the monarch formally approves to a bill passed by Parliament for it to become law. Royal Assent has not been refused since 1708. The government memos, found in the National Archives, date back to 1973. They show that the Queen, concerned that new legislation might force her to reveal her private holdings in companies, despatched lawyers to argue her case with the then Department of Trade and Industry. A revision to the draft law subsequently enabled her as a head of state to sidestep the new regulations. The Guardian suggests that early sight of the draft legislation, under the powers of Queen’s consent, gave the monarch an unrivalled opportunity to influence the legislation to her advantage.

His supporters were also out in number too, one of them carrying a banner saying, “You will never walk alone, Netanyahu.” On Sunday evening, the Prime Minister put out a statement urging followers to stay home due to the pandemic. “I know you want to give me strength in the face of the stitched-up and false cases against me. But we are in a time of mutation spreading in the world, even in Israel, so for your health I ask you - do not come tomorrow,” the statement said.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrives to a hearing in his corruption trial at the Jerusalem district court, on February 8.

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Myanmar coup leader defends action amid mass protests THE leader of the coup in Myanmar has made his first TV address, seeking to justify the action amid mass protests. Min Aung Hlaing said November’s election, won in a landslide by the party of detained democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, had been

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Police used water cannon on protesters and there were reports of a few injuries.

government workers. One demonstrating doctor who did not want to be named - told the BBC: “Today, we, professionals - especially civil servant professionals such as doctors, engineers and teachers - came out to show that we are all together in this. Our objective is the same - to make the dictatorship fall.” Online there had been calls asking workers to skip work to protest. “This is a work day, but we aren’t going to work even if our salary will be cut,”

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one protester, 28-year-old garment factory worker, Hnin Thazin, told news agency AFP. Another protester, Hnin Hayman Soe, told the BBC she had joined the protest alongside her children, nieces and nephews. “We can see many young people can’t accept the military junta. We can even see teenagers here,” she said. A few injuries have been reported, but no violence. However, a water cannon was activated in Nay Pyi Taw to disperse crowds. A video

appears to show protesters rubbing their eyes and helping one another after being soaked. Kyaw Zeyar Oo, who took the video, told the BBC that two vehicles had sprayed protesters with “no prior warning”, while “the crowd was peacefully protesting in front of [the police]”. He added that by Monday afternoon, the situation was “totally calm” as crowds continued to gather, but the water-cannon vehicles were still present.

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sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

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EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT An exciting opportunity awaits you in the Turks & Caicos Tourist Board in the post of Executive Assistant. This position is based in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. The successful candidate will provide technical and administrative support to the Director of Tourism in the execution of her duties; and the office management functions of the Providenciales office.

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Cutting & Trimming. Shape Eye brows. Trimming beards or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers and other instruments Pay: 6.25 per hour FIRST TIME APPLICATION/RENEWAL. BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE 24265

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Kardashians holiday in Providenciales Reality stars Kim Kardashian West and her sister Kourtney Kardashian shared photos on social media this week of their recent family vacation to the Turks and Caicos Islands. Kim has 203 million followers on Instagram alone while Kourtney boasts 110 million Instagram fans. Millions of people liked and commented on the pics which highlighted some of the territory’s

most beautiful beaches and resorts. Los Angeles-born Kim, 40, stars in the reality television show ‘Keeping up with the Kardashians’ and also owns her own beauty and fragrance brands. She is married to the singer Kanye West and they have four children together. Kourtney Kardashian, 41, also stars in the family TV show and is mainly known otherwise as a social media influencer.

Kim Kardashian West with young family members near one of the TCI’s stunning beaches (Kim Kardashian West/Instagram)

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Cannon set to return to ‘Wild ’N Out’ after apologising for anti-Semitic comments NICK Cannon is back in the good graces of the powers that be. Days after the news that his syndicated daytime talk show is back on track, “The Masked Singer” host and producer’s long-running MTV comedy series is set to return following his near-career-derailing controversy last year. Following the flap anti-Semitic remarks made on Cannon’s podcast last June caused, MTV’s parent company, ViacomCBS, severed ties with the 40-year-old actor, comedian, rapper and entrepreneur. He issued a lengthy apology for the controversial comments

and reportedly spent time last year meeting with prominent rabbis and other Jewish leaders as part of his contrition tour. The media conglomerate has now reestablished its business relationship with Cannon, Variety reported. Production on “Wild ‘N Out” is expected to resume “at some point beyond the near future,” according to the outlet. MTV will air old episodes of the comedy improvisation competition this week. “Nick has not only apologised and taken responsibility for his comments, but he has also worked to educate himself and others through

Dame Julie Andrews said the Oscar-winner was “an extraordinary man who deeply loved his profession”.

Christopher Plummer: Hollywood pays tribute to ‘one of the greats’ HOLLYWOOD stars have paid tribute to Christopher Plummer, the Canadian actor who has died aged 91. Dame Julie Andrews, who starred alongside Plummer in The Sound of Music, said he was a “consummate actor” and a “cherished friend”. The Oscar winner was also praised as “an extraordinary man” and “completely free, kind and funny”. Plummer was best known as Captain Von Trapp in The Sound of Music, but his career flourished later in life. He was nominated for numerous awards. He won an Oscar in 2012 for the film Beginners, and was also nominated in 2010 and 2018. Plummer also won two Tony Awards, a Golden Globe, a Screen Actors Guild Award and a Bafta. He died peacefully at his home in Connecticut on Friday with his wife Elaine Taylor at his side, reports said. ‘HE WAS COMPLETELY FREE’ “The world has lost a consummate actor today and I have lost a cherished friend,” Dame Julie said in a statement. “I treasure the memories of our work together and all the humour and fun we shared through the years.” Lou Pitt, his long-time friend

and manager of 46 years, described Plummer as “an extraordinary man who deeply loved and respected his profession”. “He was a national treasure who deeply relished his Canadian roots,” he continued. “He touched all of our hearts and his legendary life will endure for all generations to come.” The actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt described Plummer as “one of the greats”. Some of Plummer’s most wellknown films include The Insider, The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo, Knives Out, and A Beautiful Mind. Chris Evans, who starred with Plummer in Knives Out, said: “What an unbelievable loss. Few careers have such longevity and impact. “One of my favourite memories from Knives Out was playing piano together. He was a lovely man and a legendary talent,” he added. The film’s director, Rian Johnson, said Plummer was “a living legend who loved his craft” and “an absolute gentleman”. In an Instagram post, Knives Out star Ana de Armas said “my heart is broken”. “Thank you always for your laughter, your warmth, your talent... the vitamins when I got sick, your patience, your partnership and your company,” she wrote alongside a picture of the pair on set.

engagement with Jewish leaders and on his platforms,” a rep for the basic cable channel said. “Those efforts are of the utmost importance and that’s why we have invited him to rejoin our team. On a separate note, we just learned that he tested positive for COVID and have reached out to wish him a speedy recovery.” Cannon, who has remained the host of Fox’s “The Masked Singer,” has tested positive for COVID-19 and will take a break from the celebrity singing competition for its fifth season return in March. Emmy winner Niecy Nash will fill in Cannon in the meantime. (NYDailynews)

Nick Cannon issued a lengthy apology for the controversial comments and reportedly spent time last year meeting with prominent rabbis and other Jewish leaders as part of his contrition tour.

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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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ROOM DOCTOR

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Contact: 946-4242. Email: amp@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 24091

Looking for a hardworking, honest and reliable individual to care for kids. Daily duties include ensuring a safe environment for kids, household cleaning, laundry, baths, dressing, and preparation of meals. The successful candidate is required to work 5 days a week as well as allow for flexibility in their schedule. Salary: $6.25 hourly

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HAIRSTYLIST

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CONTACT: 344-4801

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24076

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Contact: 432-0006. Belongers only need apply

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PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER Applicants should possess a trained teacher’s diploma of certificate with 3 or more years’ experience in the classroom. • Applicants with first degree besides their Teacher’s diploma/ certificate will have an advantage • Applicant must be energetic and creative and a good team player • All applicants should be a born again Christian preferably of the Baptist Faith • Capable of teaching students with multi-cultured background • Teachers with experience with (CPEA) Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment would be an asset6 • Have adequate knowledge and experience of working with the Primary School Curriculum of the TCI Education System • Salary $20,400.00 to 24,000.00 per annum • This position is currently held be a work permit holder APPLICATION CAN BE DROPPED OFF AT B.E.S.T. INSTITUTE OFFICE, 250 BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES. OR EMAIL: BESTINSTITUTE@TIWAY. TC, COPY ALL ENQUIRES TO THE LABOR BOARD, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS Telephone: 649-941-4802. Cellphone: 649-246-4802 24015

Bark & Bliss Ltd. is seeking a qualified individual for the following position. Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements will be considered. All candidates must be willing to work unusual hours including weekends and public holidays. All candidates must be non-smokers. Applicants will be required to have a valid passport, the ability to travel globally, and pass a written skills test. This position is currently occupied by a Work Permit holder. Qualified Turks Islander applicants are invited to apply or forward resumes to the Labour Board.

CERTIFIED VETERINARY ASSISTANT/GROOMER Salary: $10/hour or commensurate with experience

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

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ARIEL LIGITBOURNE

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Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 345-3973

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East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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Duties: Performing a variety of Housekeeping chores such as Sweeping, mopping, dusting and Polishing to ensure all rooms are Made-up and kept tidy. SALARY: $7.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-6066

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Duties: Clean and dust Shelves and goods, stock Shelves and assist customers. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-7420

Belongers are encouraged to Submit 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 is a first time work permit application.

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FREDLINE MICHEL

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East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-1529

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 347-7420

24135

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-6761

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

24134

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is A first time work permit Application. 24132

LEVARY MISSICK

LLEWLYN WILLIAMS East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

MARJORIE WILSON

North Creek Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Duties: To ensure job

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 245-0255

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

24136

MERRILYN GARDINER

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-5427

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

24129

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 245-2962

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-5085

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is A first time work permit Application.

MEOSHI SMITH

PARKER & SONS CONTRACTING

24119

SOUTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 347-0951

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 24210

CONTACT: 241-8060

24124

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 245-2291

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is A first time work permit Application. 24130

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 344-1311

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is A first time work permit Application.

24137

ERICA GREEN

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

24122

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is A first time work permit Application.

24133

EARLIENE MISSICK

BERKLEY WALKIN

Waterloo Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to Submit a copy of their resume To the Employment Services Office. This is a first time work Permit application.

24127

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24131

SOUTH BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Duties: To mix mortar, Help skilled worker lay Bricks and stone, form and pour concrete Salary: $8.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-7244

Belongers are asked to send A copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application. 24123

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

TERMINAL MANAGER (TRAINEE) Rubis Turks & Caicos Limited, a company specializing in the marketing of petroleum products, is seeking to fill the position of Terminal Manager (Trainee). The successful candidate will be trained over a three-year period at our Terminals located at Providenciales and Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands. THE PORTFOLIO

The responsibilities will include, but not limited to, management training in the following areas: • Ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental procedures/standards and policies • Providing oversight of terminal equipment and ensuring assets are operationally reliable • Ensuring organizational and facility readiness for all emergency situations • Providing and maintaining effective cost management of expense budgets, major maintenance and capital expenditures • Maintaining integrity of inventory reporting and within tolerance oil levels • Working with terminal personnel to ensure ship and other transfers are completed in a timely, efficient and cost-effective manner • Ensuring compliance with all applicable procedures and laws pertaining to terminal operations • Working with Engineer(s) on projects related to terminal operations and supports Project Engineer in overseeing contractors and enforcement and maintenance of compliance with all applicable terminal operations procedures, standards and policies. • Coaching and guides direct reports in problem solving and personal development. REQUIREMENTS

• • • • • •

Engineering Degree Experience in the Petroleum Industry would be an asset At least 5 years’ experience in a Supervisory position Excellent problem solving and analytical skills Ability to meet strict deadlines Results oriented, self-motivated and business focused

The successful candidate will be engaged in a training program to fill the position of Terminal Manager under the direction of RUBiS’ appointed Terminal Management personnel. Resumes should be submitted by e-mail on or before February 5, 2021 to employment@rubis-caribbean.com. Only persons with the right to work and reside in the Turks & Caicos Island need apply. Persons may also contact our local office at (649) 941-5440. No visitors are allowed due to current COVID-19 protocols. 24150

32 CLASSIFIEDS L.A.F CONSTRUCTION

#87 Marby Drive, Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, set up forms for the pouring of concrete foundations, and even hand tools to workers, and clean worksite. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-6168

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24152

February 9-15, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

LA VISTA AZUL CONDOMINIUM LVA Management Ltd. NO. 107 TURTLE COVE DRIVE, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS. [649] 941-8118 Seeking to employ a

HANDYMAN

• Must have at least 3 years of experience working in a resort • Must be able to communicate in English • Must be ready to work 6 days a week and on request

• Must have knowledge of plumbing, electrical installation, air conditioning • Duties include repairs, to apartments and common grounds. • Salary $2,000/month

This position is held by a work permit holder Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department 24159

KYLE LANCE WILLIAMS

KAREEN WILLIAMS

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

Back Salina, Grand Turk 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

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, door frames. Cares for garden on a daily basis. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-5934

CONTACT: 649-232-5588

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24055

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

TAILOR

OLYMPIC CONSTRUCTION LTD. WATERLOO PLAZA COMPLEX, GRAND TURK, TCI is looking for

MASONS Plastering, mixes mortar, lays bricks and stones, able to mix cement. Reads and follow blueprints, etc. Salary: $9.00 per hour

CONSTRUCTION / PROJECT SUPERVISORS BS Civil Engineering Graduate, Must have at least 10 years experience in construction industry. Responsible in construction management and implementation, organizing & co-facilitating sessions, dealing project planning and scheduling, including time impact analysis, etc. Salary Range: $30K - $36K per annum

SENIOR SITE SUPERVISOR Building Construction Graduate. Keen at reading blueprints. Site supervisory experience. At least 10yrs experience in construction industry. Must be able to develop contracts, liaise with subcontractors and vendors, and co-facilitate sessions dealing project planning and scheduling, including time impact analysis, etc. Salary Range: $42K - $60K per annum

STEEL FIXERS Setting out the work area, tying rebar, fitting spacers and ‘chairs’, fixing steel to concrete bases, etc. Salary: $9.00 per hour

BACK SALINA, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

• Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations. Sew garments, using needles and thread or sewing machines. Measure sleeves or pant legs, etc. • To work 5 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 24112

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

MINISTER

Preaches to members of church community. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 2435844/331-9649

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24113

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24057

JACQUECINA HINSON Residence, 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: 343-2852

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24099

MAID TO CLEAN, AMB STORE, SIESTA VILLA. # 3 SRUB CL, Blue Hills. Cell # 231-6858

JANITORS, HANDY MAN, CUSTODIANS, HOUSE KEEPER • Must be able to perform and document routine inspections and maintenance activities. • Carry out heavy cleaning task and special project. Stock & Maintain Supply room. • Make adjustment in minor repairs, Cooperate with the rest of the staff. • Salary $8-$13 per hour. Work 5-6 days a week include holidays.For Renewal & New work permit Qualified Belonger candidate must apply. Email shagroup@hotmail.com

People’s Television Ltd.,

Stubbs Diamond Plaza has an immediate opening for a

NURSE

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Responsibilities of this EXPERIENCE AND position include: QUALIFICATIONS: • Administer dialysis Minimum 4 years treatment experience as a Nurse • Administer medication with the ability to • Tech families to use communicate effectively. and operate dialysis SALARY: $2,500 machines biweekly. • Monitor patient vitals Please submit an application no later than Friday, February 13th, 2021 to:

People’s Television Ltd., the Bight, Stubbs Diamond Plaza, Providenciales. Tel: 941-8006 Email: info@ptv8tci.com

24086

CARPENTERS / FINISHING CARPENTERS LOUISE FASHION VARIETY SHOP

Prepare drawings for cabinetry, framing and other construction projects on-site. Build cabinets, vanities, tub and shower surrounds, Install cabinets, counters and molding, etc. Reads and follow blueprints. Salary: $9.00 per hour

LATINO CONSTRUCTION

LABOURERS / HANDY MAN

• 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 6 days a week. Salary: $8 hourly

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 332-0771

CONTACT: 347-7527

Cleaning-up on site, garbage disposal, maintenance works. Lifting and packing site material as directed. Salary: $7.00 per hour Must have at least 5 years experience as laborer on a construction site. Expert in using power and hand tools.

CONTACT: Tel: 649-946-1278 / 1275 Fax:649-946-1101 / Email: info@olympic.tc Positions currently held by work permit holders. BELONGERS are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

24187

South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

2 LABOURERS

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24109

#29 Frank Yard, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

24104

M AND E RESTAURANT AND BAR

Five Cays, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-241-0778

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24180

February 9-15, 2021

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY

DOMINIQUE HAIR CENTER

104 Alice & Alice Building, Airport Road

Telephone: 246-7382. On behalf of our clients DOROTHY GARDINER

Rate: $7.50 hr

Whitby, North Caicos

1 LABOURER (NEW)

Description: Moving blocks, cement and sand

Rate: $7.00 per hr Description: Cleaning shop and moving trash

Whitby, North Caicos

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

1 DOMESTIC WORKER (NEW)

Rate: $6.50 per hr Description: Cleaning house, washing clothes

HUDSON GARDINER

Whitby, North Caicos

TRUCK DRIVER (NEW) ADDISON GARDINER

Kew, North Caicos

1 LABOURER (NEW)

EVAN WILLIAMS

Conch Bar, Middle Caicos

DOMESTIC WORKER (NEW)

Pay: 6.50 hr Description: Cleaning house, washing clothes

GEE HANDFIELD

CHURCH MUSICIAN (RENEWAL)

Rate: $6.25 per hr Description: Perform for the church during services and events

Belongers are encouraged to apply

NORTH SCHOOL 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 house work. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 244-9044 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

GIBSON DESIGN BUILT

CARPENTER

• Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. • To work 5 days a week Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 243-0137

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

24149

24141

GEORGE HINSON

GEORGINA TAYLOR

Unit #1, 10 Prospect, Cooper Jack Bay, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

GRAND TURK LIQUORS Pond Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ

SUPERVISOR

Description of job: • Supervising daily operations, opening and closing the store. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $10 per hour

CONTACT: JOEY MISSICK ON 946-2262

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

24110

By Airport Road, Kew Town 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: 331-3744 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

HAIRSTYLIST – $6.25 hourly

Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, and provide hair treatments. CONTACT: 345- 3751

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. Work permit holder currently hold this position 24094

ELLENA BEAUTY & SPA #6 Palm Plaza, Provo Is seeking to employ a

2 HAIR DRESSERS

• Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $9 hourly

CONTACT: 331-7256

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 2410

BODY WORK MECHANIC

CONTACT: 231-4681

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24106

#192 Building South Dock Road, Providenciales is seeking

1 LABOURER

#511 BLUE HILLS PLAZA, MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

• Required to trim trees and bushes, mulch gardens, spread fertilizer or dig holes. • Assisting in Watering plants, mow lawns and performing other maintenance tasks. Salary: $6.25 hourly

Clean and fix tires. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 332-4404

This position is for a first time applicant 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. This position is a renewal of work permit

ELITE SECURITY & PRIVATE INVESTIGATIONS

E&D TOUCH OF CLASS BUY & SELL

24100

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. Salary: $7 hourly CONTACT: 649-231-0047 EMAIL: ELITESECURITY@TCIWAY.TC Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24079

CONTACT: 332-4482

24153

NEXT TO CHARLES, FIVE CAYS ROAD Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Keeps equipment available for use by inspecting and testing vehicles; completing preventive maintenance such as, engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters. Salary: $8.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-9907

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24075

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

- $10 hourly Repair and replace car interior and exterior parts. - $6.50 hourly Collect money and provide customer service.

ELSIE'S ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN'S

DISCOUNT AUTO PARTS & TIRES

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

GUST MOTORS

Airport Road, Down Town Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

DOCUWIN

acting on behalf of

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 12 FEBRUARY 2021

DIRECTOR OF INSURANCE Department: Insurance Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $84,607.00-$105,642.00

JOB SUMMARY

J&R CONSULTANT SERVICES Blue Hills, Providenciales 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: 231-5095

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24093

ANNE ROSE TIREMAR #38 Wilson Street, Blue Hills. Tel: 241-6273

CLEANER

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. RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

24147

ALMINA DIAZ RODRIQUEZ

Long Bay Road, Providenciales 231-1672

CLEANER

24140

The holder of this office has organizational responsibility for the management of the Insurance Department which is responsible for the licensing and regulation of Insurance Companies and intermediaries in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The Department has its primary focus the stability, safety, integrity, and efficiency of the Insurance sector. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 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 or 649-946-2791 ext. 4021 or 4048. Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than 12 February 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.

24085

P&D EMPLOYMENT

Town Centre Mall, Downtown. Contact: 941-5050 Basic salary $30,000. management of clinical laboratory, performs medical laboratory diagnostic test sample collection, test analysis and reporting Minimum of 3 years clinical experience

FAMILY PHYSICIAN

Basic Salary $36,000 2-year contract, minimum 5 years family medicine,

emergency room experience general and emergency clinical duties and clinic oversight

(General House chores) 632 Millennium Highway $6.75 Hourly, 345-8505 Vacant Position

FIDEL VARIETY STORE

SHELF STOCKER

(to stock shelf) 633 Millennium Highway $7 Hourly, 246-8751 Vacant Position

CAICOS FISHERIES LTD

Contact: 347-2972

MECHANIC - $8 HOURLY

MANTA STOP SHOP

Engine tune-ups, engine leaks, diagnose and solve engine problems for automobiles, etc. Contact: 343-2775

REGISTERED NURSE

Basic salary: $30,000 general and emergency clinical duties and management of clinic - $800 monthly Cleaning office space and residential property

FISHERMAN

South Dock Road

CLEANER - $6.25 HOURLY Dust and clean shelves, mop and sweep floor, etc. Contact: 345-1036

Five Cays

Kingston, The Bight

Peel and clean conch.

Painting interior and exterior walls. Contact: 345-1765

CONCH PEELER - $6.25 HOURLY

PAINTER - $10 HOURLY

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

24158

MARSHA LIGHTBOURNE

GARDENER

(cut grass, remove dead leaves, water plants) $7 hourly, 432-4271 Villa MaryJane, Blue Mountain, Azure Ct #1 Position held by work permit Holder 24145

#100 Walter Cox Street, Kew Town, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Clean the store, dusting, sweeping, mopping, clean ceiling vents, restroom cleaning, stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store. Salary: $6.25 hourly

Taking food orders, serving customers. Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail. BARTENDER - $6.25 HOURLY • Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar

CONTACT: 342-4067

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

24073

SUNNY FOODS RETAIL & WHOLESALE LTD

• Responsible for doing Manuel work • Loading and unloading Container • Assisting in stocking shelves • Should be physically fit to lift products 50lb or more. • Being able to work at heights • Committed to work flexible hours, days, nights, weekends and holidays. Salary $7.00 per hour.

CONTACT: 941-8112

This Position is for work permit renewal interested Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of the resume to the Labour Department.

42 Timber Crest, Kew Town Tel: 649-344-7374

LIVE-IN NANNY

FLAMINGO PHARMACY

– $6.50 hourly

VACANCY

Taking care of a child at home, etc.

PHARMACIST

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

24098

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in pharmacy from accredited university • Eligible to register with TCI Health Practitioner’s Board and MPS • At least 5 years post qualification experience • Duties will include dispensing, clinical assessment, patient counselling, staff training and inventory management • Proven ability to supervise busy community pharmacy • Exceptional clinical knowledge • Willing to work long shifts including weekends and holidays • Salary range $80k to $90k p.a. depending on qualifications • Registered with the TCI Health Practitioners Board Please send cover letter, resume and copies of qualifications to:

jobs@flamingopharmacy.com or in person to Flamingo Pharmacy, Cabot House, Graceway Plaza, Leeward Highway. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

week including holidays and Sundays • Knowledge of boat mechanics • 200 Ton Master of Yachts license • Up to date STCW • Experience running live aboard charter vessels and running guest itinerary Salary $700 per week Belongers only need apply.

CONTACT 231-4030 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM RT GROUP OF COMPANIES AND TCI FREIGHTLINER TRUCKING & DELIVERY

SMITH ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING

LABOURER

• 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 6 days a week. Salary: $7 hourly

- $6.50 Unskilled work, cleaning yard

MECHANIC

- $7.00 Repair heavy equipment

MAINTENANCE MAN - $7.00 Maintenance around premises

TEL: 342-7265

For Work Permit Renewal

SNAKE HILL, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

CONTACT: 345-3914

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24086

J & W CONSTRUCTION LTD

Unit#9 Storage Office Building, Long Bay Road, Providenciales. Telephone: 231-4519

INVENTORY SUPERVISOR – Starting Salary $9.00 per hour

• Applicant should have a Bachelor Degree in Business • More than 5-years' experience as Inventory Supervisor • Experience in Quick Books with knowledge of inventory, purchase order and receiving DUTIES • Purchase and receive materials for each job in the system

24103

CONTACT: 241-6307

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work Permit Renewals 24151

SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR

• Must have PADI/SSI Dive Instructors Membership and liability insurance • Must have specialty ratings • Knowledge of underwater film and photography • computer literate • Living on board the vessel for up to eight weeks before vacation is scheduled • working seven days a

Lightbourne Building Unit #2 Looking For:

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders are encouraged to lodge an application with the Labour Department.

24144

CLAUDY MANASSE

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

BARMAID - $6.25 HOURLY

TC AGGRESSOR II

Is now interviewing for the following positions:

2 x LABOURER(S)

(Go Fishing & Seafood cleaner) $7 hourly, 3323826 To northret, North Caicos Vacant Position

R&C SNACK BAR

Dock Yard, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

G&F CONSTRUCTION

GEORGE SOLON

DOMESTIC CLEANER

TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES

DOMESTIC WORKER

CAR SOLUTIONS

South Dock Road

These positions are for first time applicants Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

MEDELINE SEYMOUR

PIERRE ROBINSON

Acting on behalf of. Is seeking to employ a

24104

Omnicare/Medinco

MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST

February 9-15, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

24088

34 CLASSIFIEDS

• Co-ordinate inventory distribution to different job sites • Maintain inventory in the stock room and replenish • Receive and cost transfer between the jobs in the inventory • Record the inventory distribution by job and enter in the system • Generate cost report by job • Reconcile the inventory physical count Position is for a work permit holder.

Qualified Belongers may also apply with Labour Department.

24143

February 9-15, 2021

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RETREAT YOGA AND WELLNESS STUDIO

UNIQUE CLEANING SERVICES

DOMESTIC WORKER

Unit 102 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay Cleaning of studio, bathrooms, yoga mats and equipment. Deep cleaning, watering plants, sweeping exterior deck spaces, window cleaning. $10/hour, part time work

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

PLEASE SEND CV’S TO INFO@ RETREATTC.COM, ATTENTION LINDSAY MENSEN, OR CALL US AT 649.431.7039 THIS POSITION IS FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT 24054

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24095

T&W AUTO

SUNSET BAR #2

23 SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER - $6.25 hourly

Cleaning outside the property, dispose of trash, clean windows, and doorframes. CONTACT: 2477796 OR 346-8051 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work permit holder currently holds this position

24156

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION

756 LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 341-2502

26 AVIATION DR, SOUTHSIDE PLAZA, PROVO Is seeking to employ a

WAITRESS

To serve food/drinks and ensure restaurant tables and area are clean.

BARMAID - $6.25 HOURLY

• To take clients orders mix and serve drinks. • Keep counter area clean.

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 12 FEBRUARY 2021

DIRECTOR OF INSURANCE Department: Insurance Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $84,607.00-$105,642.00 JOB SUMMARY

CONTACT: 231-6318

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

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SAMUEL HARVEY

#13 Parade Ave, Down Town. Is seeking to employ a

6 LABOURERS - $7.50 HOURLY

To work on a boat working with the TCI workers. Will be required to store vessel cargo, clean, lift anchors, and prepare for voyage.

MECHANIC HELPER - $7 HOURLY

Assist mechanic, clean all tools, cleanup and engine oil check. Engine room kept clean.

BODYMAN HELPER - $6.50 HOURLY

BANK AND TRUST ANALYST II Department: Bank and Trust Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $45,207.00-$55,231.00 JOB SUMMARY

This is a technical analyst position which reports to the Supervisor, Bank and Trust Department. The post holder will be responsible for undertaking assessments of the financial soundness and compliance of assigned banks and trust companies licensed by the Commission. The officer will also be required to conduct analysis of assigned sectors and prepare and present reports on finds.

Assist bodyman with car body repairs.

INSURANCE ANALYST II

CONTACT: 649-231-0098

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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Department: Insurance Department Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $45,207.00-$55,231.00 JOB SUMMARY

RETREAT YOGA AND WELLNESS STUDIO Unit 102 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay

Yoga Instructor

This is a technical analyst position which reports to the Supervisor, Insurance Department. The post holder will be responsible for undertaking assessments of the financial soundness and compliance of assigned insurers and insurance

intermediaries licensed by the Commission. The officer will also be required to conduct analysis of assigned sectors and prepare and present reports on finds.

AML SUPERVISON ANALYST I Department: AML Supervision Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $$37,467.00-$45,165.00 JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidate will actively participate in Anti Money Laundering and Prevention of Terrorist Financing (AML/PTF) regulation/ supervision of assigned entities and individuals. Specific duties will include assessing and reporting on the level of compliance with TCI’s AML/PTF Regulations and code by way of onsite examinations and off-site monitoring. The job holder will also assist with raising awareness of AML/ PTF issues and in maintaining accurate records on supervised entities.

AML SUPERVISON ANALYST II Department: AML Supervision Location: Providenciales Annual Salary: $45,207.00-$55,231.00 JOB SUMMARY

The successful candidate will actively provide support to the supervisor. When assigned undertaking the role of lead examiner on onsite examinations, participate in Anti Money Laundering and Prevention of Terrorist Financing (AML/PTF) regulation/supervision of financial institutions and designated non-financial and non-profit entities. Specific duties will include assessing and reporting on the level of compliance with the TCI’s AML/PTF Regulations and Code by way of on-site examinations and off-site monitoring. The job holder will also assist with raising awareness of AML/PTF issues and competencies, and in maintaining accurate records on supervised entities.

RENEWAL

- 200 or 500hr Teacher Training Certificate - at least 5 years experience teaching yoga - able to work in a team environment - maintains a friendly approach to work and team members - appearance is clean and tidy Salary: $2,000 monthly

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 or 649-9462791 ext. 4048 or 4021.

Please send CV’s to info@retreattc.com, attention Lindsay Mensen, or call us at 649.431.7039 This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

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Applications should be emailed to administration@tcifsc.tc no later than 12 February 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.

36 CLASSIFIEDS THE ANGELA RESTAURANT

UNLIMITED CONTRACTING LTD/KENDALL HIGGS

UPRISING TRUCKING

Grace Bay Road, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

#41 BUTTERFIELD DRIVE, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

SERVER $6.50 P/H

MASON HELPER

TRUCK DRIVER

#102 Alice & Alice Plaza, Airport Road

Provide excellent customer services and Take and serve food/drinks orders.

CONTACT 346-3569

This position is for a first time. Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board. 23956

Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-4204

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24116

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Transport materials and goods among manufacturing, distribution and retail centers. Inspecting vehicles for mechanical issues relating to safe operation, and basic repair work. Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 244-7337

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24177

VENICE GRAY #22 Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

ALLAN PARKER

NORTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 243-9961

CONTACT: 246-6120

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24108

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 24125

ANDY LIGHTBOURNE

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 244-4724

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application. 24146

The Source Ltd

203W Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI

LUXURY VILLA - LIVE IN SOMMELIER

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

TERMINAL MANAGER Rubis Turks & Caicos Limited, a company specializing in the marketing of petroleum products, is seeking to fill the position of Terminal Manager based in Providenciales, Turks & Caicos. This position is currently vacant. THE PORTFOLIO

The responsibilities for the position include: • Ensuring compliance with all safety and environmental procedures/standards and policies • Providing oversight of terminal equipment and ensuring assets are operationally reliable • Ensuring organizational and facility readiness for all emergency situations • Providing and maintaining effective cost management of expense budgets, major maintenance, and capital expenditures • Maintaining integrity of inventory reporting and within tolerance oil levels • Working with terminal personnel to ensure ship and other transfers are completed in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner • Ensuring compliance with all applicable procedures and laws pertaining to terminal operations • Working with Engineer(s) on projects related to terminal operations and supports Project Engineer in overseeing contractors and enforcement and maintenance of compliance with all applicable terminal operations procedures, standards, and policies. • Coaching and guides direct reports in problem solving and personal development. REQUIREMENTS

• • • • • •

Compensation: Starting salary is US$58,000 per annum. Medical and Pension benefits provided along with fully maintained company vehicle. Resumes should be submitted by e-mail on or before February 12, 2021 to employment@rubis-caribbean.com. Prospective applicants who are Islanders with the right to work may also send their application to the Work Permit Board. Persons may also contact our local office at the South Dock Terminal (649) 941-5440. No visitors are allowed onsite due to current COVID-19 protocols. 24148

Since the successful candidate will work closely with the private villa chef, he/she is expected to assist the chef with other duties and possess the following experience, qualities and qualifications: • Experience in Five Star F&B is essential. • Expansive wine knowledge in order to assist private chef with wine parings for dining. • Serving and bar tending experience is also essential since the sommelier will be expected to serve dinner and drinks. • Butler experience and or training would be an advantage • Assist private chef in maintaining the cleanliness and proper sanitation of the kitchen • He/she must be willing to work flexible and long hours (week-ends, & especially holidays) when the family and friends are in residence. • He/she must be able to work within a team and be willing to perform other duties to assist other staff as required. • He/she must be extremely well presented and have a good command of English. Since the family are natives of a Spanish Country knowledge of Spanish would be an advantage but not essential. • A clean driver’s license is also required as the Sommelier would be expected to assist the private chef with shopping. Please note that this position is held by a work permit holder. Starting salary for this position is $1800.00 per month. Suitably qualified candidates should apply to hr@thesource.tc and send a copy of their resume to The Employment/ Labour Department.

LUXURY VILLA – SECURITY OFFICER We are looking for a qualified Security Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will identify and report any incidents at the assigned villa and will be responsible for the security and safety of our guest, staff and property. Other duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: • Detect, deter, observe and report • Be observant of signs of a crime or disorder and investigate • Act lawfully in direct defense of life or property • Report in detail any suspicious incidents • Patrol randomly or regularly the villa and its perimeter • Monitor and control access to building entrances and vehicle gates • Watch alarm systems or video cameras and operate detecting/emergency equipment • Inspect villa before guest arrival and following departure • Perform First Aid and or CPR • Maintain a “Sunny disposition” and positive attitude. • Must be properly attired in uniform. • To carry out maintenance and checks of all security systems. • To carry out other duties as directed by the Villa Manager or The Management Company. Please note that this position is held by a work permit holder. Starting salary for this position is $1500.00 per month. Interested person are asked to send a copy of their resumes to hr@thesource.tc and send a copy to The Employment/ Labour Department.

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February 9-15, 2021 5 STAR FASHION SALON

- $6.25 hourly Basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, nail fills, nail repair, and nail polishing. Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails.

CONTACT: 246-1075

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

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KEVIN TAYLOR FIVE CAYS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking a

MASON

• To mix mortar, help skilled workers lay bricks and stone form, pour concrete. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 247-4068

DUTIES

REQUIREMENTS

3 to 4 years of experience in working in

ANTHONY FORBES BACK SALINA GRAND TURK

LABOURER

Duties: ensure that premises are kept clean and tidy, window washing, dispose of trash and any other duties as may be necessary. Salary $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 331-8821

STAVANO ROPER

CARIBBEAN DREAMS MANAGEMENT

DOMESTIC WORKER

Regular housekeeping, sweeping, mopping the floor, cleaning the toilet and other house work. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-342-6654

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24242

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36 Mangrove Avenue, Long Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: regular housekeeping, cleaning, mopping, sweeping, ironing, washing, dusting etc. Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 1.649.231.4109

This position is currently held by a work permit holder. Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24168

CLARENCE FULFORD

MAGALIE JEAN MOREAU

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

364 Belglade Parker Gardens, Corrinize #10, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 241-2068

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24215

the Property Management Sector; Must be flexible; Excellent facility with common hand and power tools; must be able to lift and bend, Must be able to communicate well with Property Manager as well as guests. Must have a driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Interested Applicants should submit a copy of their resume and police record to the company as well as the Turks and Caicos Islands Employment Services. The position is currently held by a work permit holder 24258

This position is for a first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

FIVE CAYS ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

• Keep yard clean, gardening, clean vehicles and windows. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

To work 6 days a week, hours of employment are flexible, salary $1200.00 per month. Assisting the Property Manager; Removal of Garbage Maintaining the upkeep of the properties; Tasks will vary from day to day

GRAND TURK, BACK SALINA Is seeking to employ a

His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, laundering sheets. Salary: $7. 50per hourly

CONTACT: 649 341 12 99

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

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TREVOR WATKINS

JEAN MEDARD FINOUSE

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking a

OVER BACK, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

• To ensure that the premises is well kept, dispose of trash and leaves, water plants when necessary, minor maintenance and repairs. • Must be willing to work 5 days a week Salary: $6.50 hourly

Duties: Cleaning, Dusting, Mopping, Laundry and must be willing to work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-1243

CONTACT: 347-1692

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 24213

ALL ACCESS LOUNGE

Turquoise Plaza, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

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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225 Leeward Palm Circle Is seeking to employ a

at Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Tel: 649-247-4109. Is seeking to hire

HAIR STYLIST

NAIL TECHNICIAN

ALEXANDRA A. SMITH

AFFINITY MANAGEMENT LTD.

#2 Hampton Lane, Bay Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a - $6.25 hourly Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

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Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This Position is for a first time applicant. 24192

CONTACT: 649-232-6095

BARTENDER

• Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 431-5665

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24233

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

A.M SERVICES

ALTAGRACIA RESTAURANT & CAFE MISSICK BUILDING, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

BLACK CROW RD, KEW TOWN, APT #24, #5 Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Cleaning, mopping, polishing, shining on all jobs. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 441-0237 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

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BARMAID

Taking food orders, serving customers. Taking beverage orders from customers or wait staff and serving drinks as requested, paying extreme attention to detail. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 244-3581

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24181

CHESTER ROBINSON

216 Leeward Palm Circle Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Keep yard clean, gardening, clean vehicles and windows. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-232-6095 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

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DE AQUINO SPORT #4 Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

Receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 342-4477

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24213

BCQS LIMITED Seeks a

CHARTERED QUANTITY SURVEYOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or RICS-recognised qualification. • Full Membership of RICS (MRICS) • Ten years post qualification work experience. • Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, MS Project & Vector BQ system

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: • Pre and post contract Quantity Surveying duties • Market appraisals • Feasibility studies An annual salary of $42,000.00 plus performance Related commission is offered for this position. The suitable candidate should be able to work under his own initiative and be able to see through projects from concept to completion. This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 19th February 2021. Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred.

Apply in writing to BCQS Limited, P. O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or fax to 946-7184 or email to staylor@bcqs.com 24224

38 CLASSIFIEDS GABRIEL TIRE SHOP 89 FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

2 TIRE SALESPERSON/ DOMESTIC WORKER Selling tires and cleaning. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 345-7307

F&G RESTAURANT

ESPINAL CONSTRUCTION

BIBLE ST., BEHIND MARA, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Airport Road, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

COOK

- $7.25 hourly Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials

Setting up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment. Preparing ingredients to use in cooking chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc. Cooking food in various utensils or grillers. Salary: $8 hourly

February 9-15, 2021

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CARPENTER

CERAMIC TILE LAYER - $7.25 hourly Install tiles on floors, walls, countertops.

PAINTER

- $7.25 hourly Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls and other structural surfaces.

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS IRRIGATION LTD 65 Beachwood Grace Bay

IRRIGATION, SUPERVISOR • Assemble, draft, edit, and review reports, customer quotes, and technical documents. • Communicate scheduling changes and relevant infrastructure shifts to affected staff. • Provide technical support to other departments, including internet searches, materials sourcing and quality assurance.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24169

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24227

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

GEORGE C. FORBES

GLOBAL LEAK DETECTION

IDEAL RESTAURANT

IJ BAR & RESTAURANT

2 KITCHEN HELPERS

KITCHEN HELPER

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. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 244-1361

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24179

CONTACT: 244-4471

Palm Circle, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

PLUMBING LABOURER

Able to operate equipment to detect water and leaks, repair and replace water and gas lines. Salary: $6.50 hourly CONTACT: 649-331-4610 EMAIL: GLOBALLEAKDETECTION@ GMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24231

CONTACT: 344-4001

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89 FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 343-9028

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24170

• Coordinate and track project progress and schedules. • Information reportingCommunicate with clients and staff both verbally and electronically. • Identify system issues and propose resolutions and inform clients and Maintenance Manager • Salary 400-450 / week base on experience and qualification

This is a position currently been hold by a Work permit Contact: 941-5579 BACK ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Preparing the workstation for the cook. Keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy at all times. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 2410576 OR 342-8641

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24176

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ISLANDS SCOOP LTD

5-6 Grace Bay Plaza, Grace Bay Rd Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands

2 BAKERS

JOB DESCRIPTION • Ice cream making • Salary $7.00 per hour

2 BARMEN Job description • Cocktail making • Salary $7.00 per hour

Both position is for First time applicants Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department. CONTACT NUMBER +1649-941-4132 24105

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER #30 Neptune Plaza, Providenciales TCI. Is seeking to employ a

PRACTITIONER With special interest in ER Medicine and Anesthesiology MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Practitioner must speak and write English, Spanish, French and Creole • Must have a medical degree from an accredited University • Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in a Primary Health Care, Secondary Health Care institution • Certificate in ER Medicine, Anesthesiology • Minimum of 3 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 and triage trauma patients, acute and chronic illnesses • Order laboratory, diagnostic tests, x-ray • Liaise with other healthcare professionals and hospitals • Computer knowledge Monthly salary $6500.00. Belongers only apply. New Position

EMAIL: CYNTHIA@GRACEBAYMEDICAL.COM PHONE 649-941-5252. FAX 649-946-8243

MANAGER POSITION LOCAL INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY

REQUIREMENTS • Applicant must have a minimum of 12 years’ experience in the Interior Design field • Ability to manage multiple projects on a deadline schedule • Must possess strong leadership, organizational, communication skills and be able to work independently • Be proficient with Auto Cad, Excel, Word, Quick Books and Photoshop • Have experience and knowledge in the recruitment of prospective clients and projects • Must be prepared to supervise the container offload and install of client furnishings • Must be prepared to work most local holidays and weekends • Applicant must own a vehicle and carry a valid Turks and Caicos Drivers License. • Salary U.S.$4,000 per month plus commission This position is currently being held by a work permit holder. We also invite prospective applicants who are Islanders to send copies of their applications to the Board. Resumes can be dropped off to Unit B105 Regent Village, Grace Bay Rd. Or emailed to: Faye Ellingson of Design Studio E-mail address: design@designstudio.tc Ph # 941-4848

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E&D TOUCH OF CLASS BUY & SELL

Acting on behalf of GRAND TURK TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS Is seeking a

LABOURER

Duties include cleaning common area, assisting with loading customer supplies and checking off weekly inventory. Must be willing to work 6 days per week. Salary $7.50 per hour

PLEASE CONTACT: 6499461278 24184

J.D.S CONSTRUCTION

The Regent Village 208

Installs pipes and fixtures. Installs supports for pipes, equipment, etc. Contact: 231-7139

ABC FUN HOUSE & DAYCARE

Leeward Highway, across 7-11 243-7682

CAREGIVER - $6.50 HOURLY

Caring for children, feed, bath, change diaper, prepare meal and look after children.

PASSION BEAUTY SALON

203 Alice & Alice, Airport Road 333-1236

LIVE-IN NANNY/ DOMESTIC WORKER

Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls, new buildings, homes, offices and other structural surfaces. Salary: $7.50 hourly

NEXT TO CHARLES, FIVE CAYS ROAD

ELIE’S LANDSCAPING CLEANING SERVICES

LABOURER

CHEMICAL TECHNICIAN - $350 WEEKLY Spray chemicals. Contact: 232-7124

EXPERT TOWING

43 Hills Town, Five Cays

MAINTENANCE MAN - $300 WEEKLY

CONTACT: 343-4599

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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Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.75 hourly

CONTACT: 241-9907

(First Time) Minor maintenance. CONTACT: 333-1236

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PRINCESS VILLA 5 PRINCESS DRIVE, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Duties: Cleaning mopping, Dusting, sweeping and other chores. 5 days per week. Salary: $6.25 per hour.

Taking care of child and cleaning the house. Salary: $6.50 hourly

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24198

Is seeking to employ a

74 Snake Hills, Blue Hills

Belongers only apply. Work Permit Renewals

65 Hope St., Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

PAINTER

SALON SUPERVISOR - $500 WEEKLY Supervising workers in salon.

PLUMBER - $10 HOURLY

JENIFER MASICLAT

Walter Cox dr., Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 649-333-1505

DESIGN BUILD ASSOCIATED LTD

CONTACT: 243-4350

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

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

24202

L.A.F CONSTRUCTION

#87 Marby Drive, Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

• Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. • To work 6 days a week. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 343-6168

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24218

CLASSIFIEDS 39 DOROTHY CLARKE

DEBORAH ASHTON

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC HELPER

LIGHTHOUSE ROAD, GRAND TURK

Gender: Female Duties: General House hold chores Hours: Minimum of 16 hours per day to maximum 38 Wages: $6.25 per hour Days off: Sundays Applicants: Turks Islanders need only apply THIS POSITION IS FOR A FIRST TIME APPLICANT CONTACT: 231-7035 24241

Back Road, Blue Hills 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: 347-0215

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24171

LEVEL & SQUARE DESIGNS SERVICES

LINDSAY L. GARDINER

4 MAINTENANCE WORKERS

Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers. Count money in cash drawers to ensure that amounts are correct. Salary: $6.50 hourly

35 Fellowship Cl., Millennium Highway, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system. CONTACT: 649-247-4924 EMAIL: COOLRAY2010@ HOTMAIL.COM

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24259

Zone 1 Leeward Marina Is seeking to employ a

SALESPERSON

CONTACT: 244-9548

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24261

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD

P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. Tel: (649) 941 4437 Fax: (649) 946 4670 E-mail: cse@tciway.tc

SPACE FOR LEASE

CSE LIMITED SEEKS A

CIVIL ENGINEER

2ND FLOOR PORTS OF CALL PLAZA. IDEAL FOR OFFICES OR STUDIO. NEWLY CONSTRUCTED UNITS FROM 800 SQ/FT

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS: • HND in Civil/Structural Engineering or higher • 5 years post qualification work experience • Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Autocad and Structural Analysis Software. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: • Structural & Civil design calculations and drawing work • Structural surveys • Concrete Testing Salary will be $42,000.00 per annum.

$1900./MONTH PLUS UTILITIES AGENTS PROTECTED CONTACT DALE OR TAIWAYNE AT HOTEL TELEPHONE: 946-8888

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

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The suitable candidate will be able to work under their own initiative, and be able to see through Design Projects from conceptional design to final drawing works. This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 19th February 2021. Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred.

APPLY IN WRITING TO CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD. LIMITED, P. O. BOX 158, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS. CONTACT: CHRIS CONWAY ON CCONWAY@CSECARIBBEAN.COM OR FAX TO LABOUR OFFICE, PROVIDENCIALES ON 946-7184.

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40 CLASSIFIEDS LUKE SUNSHINE ENTERPRISE BEHIND PARADISE CHURCH, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

SHOP KEEPER Watch and clean shop. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 345-4875

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24216

M & E RESTAURANT AND BAR FIVE CAYS ROAD, OPPOSITE TROPICAL SHIPPING Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

MARIE DANIELLE BETHEL KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc. Salary: $6.75 hourly

• Masonry work done on my dwelling home. • Applicant must be honest and hardworking. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 2419907 OR 232-8005

CONTACT: 347-4057

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

24201

TC AGGRESSOR II

and Sundays • knowledge of photo and video • Knowledge of boat mechanics • 200 Ton Master of Yachts license • Up to date STCW • Experience running live aboard charter vessels and running guest itinerary Salary $600 per week

BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY. CONTACT 231-4030 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

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

24172

SWEET T’S

SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR

February 9-15, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

24191

#24 A LINE, AVENUE, BLUE HILLS

4 CARPENTERS - $14 HOURLY Build walls and install partitions.

2 CARPENTER HELPER - $9 HOURLY Cut wood.

2 PLUMBERS - $14 HOURLY Lay pipes.

2 PLUMBER HELPER - $9 HOURLY Assist plumber.

- $7 HOURLY Mix concrete.

2 GLASS HELPERS

2 MASONS - $10 HOURLY Laying bricks.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

– $8.50 HOURLY Answering calls and taking messages.

PAINTER

- $10 HOURLY Priming surfaces.

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STAY SHARP BARBER SHOP

3 KITCHEN HELPERS

4 BARBERS -$6.25 HOURLY

• Will be serving and handling food. • Ensuring restaurant is clean at all time. • Preparation of food. Salary: $6.50 hourly

Cutting, and styling hair, trimming beards, etc. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments.

CONTACT: 333-0617

CONTACT: 346-4514

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. Work permit renewals 24237

SOWING SEEDS LEARNING CENTER NORWAY, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

TEACHER

for sewing and upholstery classes • Teach classes • Applicant must be honest, reliable, and very good with children and have a certificate in upholstery. Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 331-8531

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24262

Duties: Assist by holding glass in place for cutting and installation, caulking, load and offload glass clean glass etc. Salary $6.25-$7. Must be willing to work 5 days a week POSITION FOR FIRST TIME WORKERS. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED WITH LABOUR EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

SOUTHSIDE SEAFOOD #26 AVIATION DRIVE, SOUTH SIDE PLAZA Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

• Greet customers. • Receive payments ensure inventory is kept up to date. • Must be trustworthy • Able to manage money and count. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 231-6318

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24221

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI. Tel: (649) 941 4437 Fax: (649) 946 4670 E-mail: cse@tciway.tc

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD. SEEKS A

STRUCTURAL TECHNICIAN

RESPONSIBLE. RELIABLE. PROFESSIONAL

PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY LTD.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS: • BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering • 10 years post qualification work experience • Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Autocad

The Premier Security Company

Our growing and professional company is seeking the employment of individuals that are looking for an exciting and rewarding career in the Security Industry.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN: • Structural design calculations and drawing work • Structural surveys • Site Inspection & Report

SECURITY OFFICERS

Salary will be $49,200.00 per annum.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS • Demonstrate written and verbal communication in the English language, • Ability to work shifts and long hours, • To perform patrol checks and security services to client’s properties, • Starting rate $7.00 per hour, • This position is currently held by a Work Permit holder • Position is based in Providenciales

The suitable candidate will be able to work under their own initative, and be able to see through Design Projects from conceptional design to final drawing works. This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 19th February 2021. Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred.

2 LABOURERS

CONTACT: 333-5559

Unit 11 Williams Plaza, 22 Lower Bight Road

CIVIL & STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD

Industrial Business Park Providenciales Telephone: 231-6260

Belongers are encouraged to apply work Permit Renewals

Downtown, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24220

OJ CAICOS GLASS

NEW TECH CONSTRUCTION

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

24226

Applicants can submit their resume & identification to our office: #8 Southern Shores Building, Leeward Highway, Tel: 649 232 1007, email: admin@presidentialsecuritytc.com A copy should also be submitted to Labor and Immigration Board.

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February 9-15, 2021 OVANDO CONSTRUCTION LTD #101 Grace Bay Court, Grace Bay

CLEANER

- $7 HOURLY Dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, restroom cleaning etc.

2 DRYWALL FINISHERS

- $8 HOURLY Responsible for installing wallboards to ceilings or to interior walls of buildings and applying plaster. Smooths out imperfections with trowels and shackle.

CONTACT: 331-9854

email: carlos@ho2group.com Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work permit renewals 24238

SANIKA C. HARVEY 202 Palm Circle, Leeward Palms. Is seeking 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. • To work 5 days a week. Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 243-5060

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24180

TC TILES

#24 A Line Avenue, Blue Hills. Is seeking

5 TILE LAYERS

Install materials floors, walls, ceilings, countertops, patios, and roof decks. Level the surface with a layer of mortar or plywood.

TILE LAYER HELPER

- $7 hourly • Supplies mixes materials for the tile layer. • Clean installed tiles. Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 333-5559

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. Work Permit Renewals 24230

TURKS RENTAL LTD.

#22 Humming Bird Lane, Leeward, Providenciales 649-347-6543

LABOURER RENEWAL

• Reliable and able bodies person for general chores in yard and garden. • Full Time • Must be willing to work weekends. • $6.50- $7.50 per hour depending on experience.

CONTACT: KATHYJEANMCLEOD@ HOTMAIL.COM BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT 24185

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS PALM GROVE MANAGEMENT LTD Lower Bight, The Bight 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: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 941-4929

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24182

PLUTARCK RENE

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

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: 346-4935

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24173

SANDS CONSTRUCTION

#24 A Line Avenue, Blue Hills. Is seeking

4 CARPENTERS

- $14.00 per hour Build walls and install partitions.

2 CARPENTER HELPER - $9.00 per hour Cut timber or lumber.

2 PLUMBERS

-$14.00 per hour Assemble pipe sections.

2 PLUMBER HELPER -$9.00 per hour Assist plumber.

2 LABOURERS

PUBLIC NOTICE TG HOLDINGS EGYPT INC. (IN VOLUNTARY LIQUIDATION)

NOTICE is hereby given that I have been appointed as voluntary liquidator of the above companies. dated this 29th January 2020 Robert Reynolds 2300, 250 5th Street, S.W. Calgary, AB, T2P 0R4, Canada

RODEMIDE JOSEPH

ROBERT TUCKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Residence, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

- $7.00 per hour Mixing concrete.

2 MASONS

- $10 hourly Repairs and maintains building, laying bricks.

STEELMAN

- $10 hourly Laying out and fabricating structural steel.

STEEL HELPER

- $9 hourly Assist steel man in laying out sheet metal.

CONTACT: 333-5559

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Work Permit Renewals

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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: 348-8986

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this 24236 position

THE PINNACLE

J&W CONSTRUCTION LTD

#296 GRACE BAY ROAD, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

Unit #9 Storage Office Building Long Bay Road, 231-4519

CONSTRUCTION LABOURERS (7)

- Salary $6.50 - $7.00 per hour Clean tools & equipment, construction sites etc

RIGBY BUILDERS

Tana Road, Five Cays 241 -9541

TILE SETTER

- Salary $8.00 per hour lay and cut tiles, mix mortar for tile etc

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

• Wood work, Electrical, Plumbing and dry wall installation. • Must have certification in corresponding position. Salary: $7.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 941-7366

Positions are currently held by work permit holders. Qualified Belongers may also apply to Labour Department 24210 TC AGGRESSOR II

Email: managerpinnacle@ 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

24240

#13 MARY JANE LANE, BLUE HILLS 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: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 346-7956

CONTACT 231-4030 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

24206

- Must have PADI/SSI Dive Instructors Membership and liability insurance - Must have specialty ratings - Knowledge of underwater film and photography - computer literate - Living on board the vessel for up to eight weeks before vacation is scheduled

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Perform therapeutic massages of soft tissues and joints. Massage and knead muscles and soft tissues of the body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries, or wellness maintenance. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 343-8536

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24214

TIKI HUT

TROPICAL BAR & GRILL

#136 Turtle Cove Marina Is seeking to employ a

SERVER SUPERVISOR Supervising workers. Salary: $6.25 hourly CONTACT: 941-5341

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

24175

TC AGGRESSOR II

week including holidays and Sundays - knowledge of photo and video - Up to date STCW - Experience running live aboard charter vessels and running guest itinerary Salary $500 per week Belongers only need apply.

PURE BLISS MASSAGE

#5 Blue Hills, Providenciales. Is seeking a

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24199

SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR

24116

Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

Assisting cook and other workers. Salary: $6.50 hourly.

CONTACT: 241-0426

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24174

TROPICAL TASTE #31E AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

WAITRESS

- working seven days a week including holidays and Sundays - chef credentials and food safety certifications - Experience cooking for up to 25people – 3 meals a day and snacks - Up to date STCW Salary $400 per week Belongers only need apply.

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 correct any problems. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT 231-4030 EMAIL: CLADAGGRESSOR@GMAIL.COM

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

24205

CONTACT: 649-342-8841

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Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands, British West Indies Telephone Land (649)338-7704

JOB VACANCIES SPORTS PERFORMANCE CENTRE MANAGER JOB SUMMARY: The job holder is responsible for developing the best performance capacity in people who do physical activities and sports. The job holder is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strength and conditioning program for all sports, with the three major goals of improving athletic performance, reducing athletic injuries, and teaching lifelong fitness and movement skills. The job holder will work with medical professionals and coaches to evaluate athletes’ condition, establish plans for diet, fitness and treatment and track progress towards health and fitness goals. The target audience will include the youth through young adults, to build the capacity of athletes to perform at their peak, to train coaches and supportive families to develop athletes’ full potential. The post holder manages the Sport Performance Centre through scheduling and monitoring and liaises with Facility Manager to ensure that the fitness and rehabilitation centre is maintained, cleaned and is working properly. The job is based in Providenciales, KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Works with coaches, athletes and medical professionals to evaluate the player’s condition. 2. Creates exercise and nutrition plans. 3. Designs and implements strength and conditioning programs for athletes. 4. Designs and performs baseline tests to assess the skills and weaknesses of each individual athlete. 5. Maintains records related to athlete’s condition and training, nutrition and treatment plans. 6. Speaks to coaches, family members and athletes to set health and fitness goals. 7. Provide training to local coaches in strength and conditioning. 8. Manage work area; rehab room and strength training facility 9. Liaises with Facility Manager to ensure that the fitness and rehabilitation centre is maintained, cleaned and is working properly. 10. Assists and monitors injured players as they heal and progress towards recovery. 11. Refers athletes to a Medical Officer or other clinical staff members. 12. Participates as part of the touring team of the Sports Commission on occasions regionally or internationally that supports athletes. 13. Handling clerical tasks, such as maintain inventory, assisting with budgets or restocking supplies. 14. Provides professional and good team-building skills, behaviours and contributions. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Applicants should be able to demonstrate: • A sound knowledge of sports performance strength and Conditioning. • A sound knowledge of massage techniques and equipment.

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A sound knowledge of first-aid treatments and equipment. Demonstrates strong confidentiality skills. Detail-oriented, analytical and attentive skills. Good written, oral communication and creative skills thinking. Basic IT skills, Microsoft Word proficient.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor's degree in exercise science which include courses in injury prevention, exercise psychology, nutrition, performance coaching, and tactical strength and conditioning. (essential) • Certificate in First Aid (desirable). • Certificate of Child Safeguarding. • Police certificate of good character EXPERIENCE: • Three of more years of relevant work experience (essential). • Experience in working with young people in a college environment (desirable). • Experience working with professional athletes (desirable). • Experience in working with communities. • Experiences in maintaining effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders. Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability SALARY: $53,548 per Annum plus relevant allowances

SPORTS COMPLIANCE AND SUPPORT MANAGER JOB SUMMARY: The Sport Compliance and Support Manager will provide oversight and support to registered National Sport Governing Bodies (NGBs) and Sports Clubs to ensure compliance with the National Sports Policy and Sports Commission Ordinance, processing applications for registration of NGBs and grant awards. The post holder gathers information to increase the understanding of community sport and recreational issues, in addition to working with local authorities, communities, schools and clubs to promote sporting events and encourage people from all backgrounds to get out there and do physical activity and sport. The post holder would also work to identify potential sources of funding to strengthen programme delivery and its outcomes. THE JOB IS BASED IN PROVIDENCIALES, Key Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Makes recommendations to the Director for the processing of grant awards. 2. Processes NGB registrations and make recommendations to the Director for granting of registration status. 3. Provides dispute resolution services as an impartial Liaison between NGBs, Sporting Clubs and their members. 4. Receives and processes grievances from NGBs,

Sporting Clubs and their members. 5. Processing good standing certificates for NGBs and Sporting Clubs. 6. Processes duty concession requests from NonProfit Support groups. 7. Monitors to ensure that duty concessions are used for the intended purpose. 8. Maintains relationships with all international sports bodies to ensure all local NGBs are in good standing with them. 9. Develops an ongoing relationship with local corporate sponsors. 10. Establishes and maintains contact with officials in other Ministries and non-governmental organizations involved in sports and fitness, both locally and overseas, so as to ensure conformity to international protocols and practices. 11. Monitors and ensures that grant funding is utilized for the intended purpose. 12. Assists with implement the National Sports Policy for throughout the Turks & Caicos Islands. 13. Identifies sport, recreation and health initiatives. 14. Oversees the implementation of the strategic plan. 15. Provides technical support, training and management advice to sporting administrators, technical personnel and volunteer staff. 16. Devises strategies for the ongoing development of sports in the Turks & Caicos Islands. 17. Maintains records of NGBs and Sports Clubs updates files of registration status and produces reports. 18. May be required to attend local, regional and international meetings, seminars and conferences. 19. Works synergistically with the Media & Communication Specialist and Sports Event Coordinator to assure promotion of events and high publicity penetration of event results. 20. Encourages women, people with disabilities and other underrepresented groups participate in physical activities and sporting events through the NGBs and Sports Clubs. 21. Assists in the organization, implementation, execution and evaluation of the annual Sports awards programme and the Junior athlete sponsorship programme in conjunction with the Sports Event Coordinator. 22. Develops and fosters a professional working relationship with schools, clubs, non-profit groups, churches, National Sporting Bodies, regional and international sporting bodies. 23. Identifies potential opportunities for external funding. 24. Reviews current and proposed programmes to ensure they are in line with the Sports mandates. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: • The ability to network effectively with all National Sport Governing Bodies. • Advocacy, negotiation and leadership skills. • A track record in planning, programme development, implementation and evaluation. • Experience or a good knowledge in financial and people management skills. • A good knowledge of sports issues, including priorities and activities.

February 9-15, 2021

Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission

Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands, British West Indies Telephone Land (649)338-7704

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A good understanding of the diverse cultures in the TCI, and its social and political realities. Good written and verbal communication skills Basic IT skill including, Microsoft Office, email and internet research. Program management skills Planning organizational skills Interpersonal Skills A commitment to working with teams representing the diversity of ethnic, religious, racial and Cultural Components of the Turks & Caicos Island Public Relation Skills.

QUALIFICATIONS: • A tertiary level degree (essential) in Sports Administration or related field. • Certificate in Management (essential). • Certificate in Supervision (desirable). • Certificate in Project Management (desirable). • Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution or Psychology & Counselling (desirable). • Certification in various sporting disciplines (desirable). EXPERIENCE: • Seven of more years’ experience in sports work, sports development programs, or sports management. • At least 5 years in compliance monitoring. • At least 3 years working with young people. • Experience in managing staff and resources. • Experience in financial skills. • Experiences in maintaining effective partnerships with a range of stakeholders. Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability SALARY: $57,473 per annum plus relevant allowances Belongers need only apply

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN JOB SUMMARY: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for day-tothe day maintenance of a wide range of building and civil infrastructure assets throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands. A good appreciation of the technical, financial contractual and managerial issues affecting the preparation and implementation of maintenance works by direct labour and contractors and asset users is necessary to ensure that works are completed to a high standard, on time and within budget. The job is based in Providenciales, KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Conducts investigations, assessment, repairs, replacement, safe discard and disposal to sporting equipment, wooden items, electrical fixtures/outlets/equipment, air-conditioning units and plumbing in sporting facilities.

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JOB VACANCIES 2. Implements and oversees the updating of the assets inventory and condition database. 3. Prepares maintenance budgets and for associated programmes. 4. Assists in the preparation of contract documentation including identifying, scoping and specifying the woks as well as participation in tendering procedures and evaluation. 5. Identifies bulk materials requirements. 6. Develops budget and prepares procurement plans which ensure timely delivery. 7. Oversees on a daily basis direct labour and contracted works. 8. Monitors the performance of contractors to ensure quality. 9. Participates in staff development, training and disciplinary issues as required by department and divisional procedures or as directed. 10. Prepares and certifies contractor payment certificates. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Applicants should be able to demonstrate: • An excellent understanding of three or more of the following: Electrical works, A/C and Plumbing works/repairs, Building Construction, Road Construction. • A good knowledge of sporting or other equipment repair and maintenance. • Good knowledge of architectural design and construction technology. • A proven track record of demonstrating high performance skills in a related area. • High level of written and oral communication skills. • A good command of the use of AutoCAD, and other Computer Aided Design programs. • Knowledge of other computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Project Management is required. • Ability and commitment to work as a team and to meet deadlines. • Ability to monitor and supervise contracted technical and labourers through all stages of the contracted project / repairs. • Knowledge of sustainable, green building and technologies and practices would be an asset. QUALIFICATIONS: • Certification in Equipment Maintenance/Repair. • Certification in Electrical Repair. • Certification in Air-conditioning Unit Repair. • Certification in Plumbing. • Certification in Woodwork. • A Diploma in Civil Engineering or Building Construction or related field or equivalent (desirable). • Appropriate registration in accordance with the trade. EXPERIENCE: • A minimum of five (5) years’ experience as Handyman (essential).

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Working experience in the construction field – i.e. architectural design projects, construction management, quality control, tendering process and budgeting (desirable). • At least two (2) years’ experience managing a team for various projects from conception to completion (desirable). • Monitoring of technical contractors and/or labourers (essential). • Some experience in preparing and monitoring budgets (desirable). Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability. SALARY: $33,395 per annum plus relevant allowances

FACILITY ATTENDANT JOB SUMMARY: The job holder ensures that sporting facilities are secure and safe, while monitoring equitable use and protecting Sport Commission assets. The holder ensures that order is maintained by users and monitors the entry, exit and compliance of users at all facilities. The job is based in Providenciales, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Applicants should be able to demonstrate: • Ability to work unsupervised • Must be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodation, that the essential functions of the job can be performed • Computer literate, good writing skills, analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to communicate effectively • Ability to operate sufficient information so to relay to other personal • Ability to follow oral and written instructions • Knowledge of principles and practices of operation • Knowledge of fire safety procedures • Knowledge of first aid and CPR and use of AED • Knowledge of emergency response techniques QUALIFICATIONS: • Training in Customer servicer • Computer literate • Speaks, write and understands English • A high School leaving certificate • First aid certificate (desirable) EXPERIENCE: • The position required a minimum of two (2) years on the job experience to acquire the necessary competencies to respond effectively to the challenges of the job. • Security controls (desirable) Any combination of relevant qualifications and experience will be assessed for suitability. SALARY: $10 per hour Belongers need only apply

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from the most recent employer) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page, National Turks & Caicos Islander Status Card (where applicable). Shortlisted candidates must submit a Police Certificate. Applications should be addressed to The Director, TCI Sports Commission, Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex, Down Town, Providenciales Applications can be hand delivered, or sent by email to: tcisportsrecruitment@gov.tc

Hand delivered applications must have clearly marked on the envelope the Job Title of position being applied for. On emailed applications, the subject line must reference the Job Title. Applications without supporting documents will not be processed We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 13th February 2021 24209

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TURKS WAVE CAFE

TC AGGRESSOR II

21 RIDGE ROAD, TURTLE COVE Is seeking a

SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR

TELECOMMUNICATIONS ENGINEER SALARY RANGE:

USD 50,000 – USD 60,000 CORE FUNCTION

Under the general direction of the Director of Technology – provide support to the Telecommunications Commission in technical regulation of the telecommunications sector. POSITION OVERVIEW

A person that is well-rounded in radio communications and Information Technology (IT) systems. Have experience developing, implementing, and maintaining a variety of communications networks to National and International standards. The candidate must be familiar with the TCI Telecommunications Ordinance, ITU-R Recommendations, and other regional and international body’s recommendations as it pertains to telecommunication regulation. Excellent oral and writing skills are essential, and the individual must be able to work in teams and train others. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provide Support to the Director of Technology • Ensure that all communicating entities are radiating on their prescribed frequencies in accordance with the TCI Telecommunications Commission Ordinance and Regulations. • Responsible for undertaking technical evaluations for all license applications. • Responsible for testing and verification, approval of installers, Marking, and Registering of apparatus, equipment, and systems. • Perform Quality of Service measurement on the Telco’s and other Radio Systems. • Develop expertise to train staff on new technologies. • Responsible for the administration and maintenance of the office

computer systems and network. REQUIREMENTS

• B.Sc. in Engineering, Telecommunications, or Computer Science degree. • M.Sc. in related discipline and/or a professional certification is a plus. • Candidate shall be a mature, qualified engineer with a minimum of 3 years telecommunications and radio communication experience. • Highly competent, self motivated, self-managed. • Able to carry out the responsibilities in the administration & monitoring of spectrum. • Proficient in the use of spectrum analyzers, Electromagnetic Field (EMF) testers, frequency counters, network analyzers, Power Meters, and other testing equipment. • Experienced with databases, network (LAN, WAN) and patch management. • Knowledge of system security (e.g., Intrusion detection systems) and data backup/recovery • Knowledge of the information communication technology industry would be an asset. • Applicants must not have a direct or indirect involvement in any local communications company. APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Submit your resumes with a cover letter and two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer). Copies of your qualifications and a copy of the passport photo page. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a Police Certificate that is issued no longer than six months from the date of submission. Applications should be addressed to The Chairman of the Turks and Caicos Islands Telecommunications Commission at jobs@telecommission.tc under the subject matter Application – Telecommunications Engineer.

Turks and Caicos Islander need only apply, and applications without all supporting documents will not be processed.

We thank interested persons for their application, only persons selected for an interview will be contacted. APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 17, 2021

week including holidays and Sundays - knowledge of photo and video - Knowledge of boat mechanics - Up to date STCW - Experience running live aboard charter vessels and running guest itinerary Salary $500 per week

Belongers only need apply. Contact 231-4030 Email: cladaggressor@gmail.com VACANCIES

Acting on behalf of SABRUNA LIGHTBOURNE Corrinize Ave., Blue Hills

BABYSITTER/DOMESTIC WORKER

- $6.25 hourly Take care of children, feed them, protect them, Bath them, cook, wash, etc. CONSTACT: 342-0240

PAT CONSTRUCTION/RPJ COMPANY 576 Blue Hills

MASON

$8-12 hourly Plaster, Put Blocks, etc. CONTACT: 347-2093 Renewal work permit/ Belongers only apply.

24194

LABOURER Cleaning outside the

property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.75 hourly

CONTACT: 649-347-4782

24207

TCI TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

872 Business Solutions Building, P.O. Box 203, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands JOB ADVERTISMENT

CLAUDETTE GRAY NORTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

KITCHEN HELPER

Duties: Help the cook, Clean Dishes, Mop and Clean floors. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 341-1674

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by A worker permit holder.

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

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CLYDE HOLIDAY

BARRACK HILL ROAD GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC

Duties: To Fixing and/ or repair vehicles and Ensuring they are in road worthiness Standard and any other duties as assigned By management. SALARY: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 243-5281

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 24253

LABOURER RESPONSIBILITIES: • Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on heating, cooling, and ventilation systems • Paint and repair drywall along with performing routine maintenance jobs and repairs around the property REQUIREMENTS: • Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guests • Previous experience in this area would be an asset • Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to:

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM Submissions for this job position should be received no later than February 21 2021

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TC AGGRESSOR II

SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR - Must have PADI/ SSI Dive Instructors Membership and liability insurance - Must have specialty ratings - Knowledge of underwater film and photography - computer literate - Living on board the vessel for up to eight

weeks before vacation is scheduled - working seven days a week including holidays and Sundays - knowledge of photo and video - Up to date STCW - ocean safety officer, following captain’s orders Salary $400 per week

Belongers only need apply. Contact 231-4030 Email: cladaggressor@gmail.com

E & V CONSTRUCTION

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IRIS GREEN

BRAE, GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-1358

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 346-1104

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

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

MR. WALTER GARDINER

ZELPHALEAN CLAYTON

24250

Wishes to recruit a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Salary $7/ hr. Duties will include, cleaning, washing, ironing, babysitting etc. New Position. Turks & Caicos Islanders are invited to submit their resumes to the Labour Department. CONTACT AT 941-4100 OR EMAIL: WALTER@TCIBROKERS. COM , #1 SEASON PLAZA, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES.

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RANDY BEEN

EAST SUBURBS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

Duties: Clean and dust Shelves and goods, stock Shelves and assist customers. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-8060

Belongers are encouraged to Submit a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a Work permit holder.

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#14 Nicole Cl., Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework. Salary: $350 weekly

CONTACT: 242-6972

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 24219

SIMEON HAMILTON

Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Duties: To ensure job

sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 244-0440

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 24248

TURQUOISE LANDSCAPING

SCUBA DIVE INSTRUCTOR/ CRUISE DIRECTOR - Must have PADI/SSI Dive Instructors Membership and liability insurance - Must have specialty ratings - Knowledge of underwater film and photography - computer literate - Living on board the vessel for up to eight weeks before vacation is

scheduled - working seven days a week including holidays and Sundays - knowledge of photo and video - Up to date STCW - Experience running live aboard charter vessels and running guest itinerary Salary $500 per week

Belongers only need apply. Contact 231-4030 Email: cladaggressor@gmail.com LANIE ROCK JEAN-BAPTISTE Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-7174

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 24251

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LAUREEN C. BORGALLA

#8 LEEWARD DRIVE, LONG BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

2 GARDENERS & 2 LABOURERS

• Must have previous gardening experience and be familiar with landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers, trimmers etc. • Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming and plant waste

CONTACT: 649-332-4280 OR EMAIL: TURQUOISELANDSCAPING@ TCIWAY.TC TO ARRANGE AN INTERVIEW. BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE POSITIONS ARE FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWALS

LYNDON JENINGS

PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Palm Grove, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

LABOURER

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 342-4317

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This is a First time work permit application.

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removal • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean police record and provide employers references on request • Pay - $6.50 - $7.00/hr depending on experience

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MELISSA HARVEY East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ

HOUSEKEEPER

Duties: To ensure job sites are Kept clean, to dispose of refuse also to assist skill workers and any other duties as may Be necessary. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

Duties: Performing a variety Of housekeeping chores such As sweeping, mopping, dusting, And polishing to ensure all rooms are made-up and kept tidy. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-0202

CONTACT: 348-7166

Belongers are encouraged To send a copy of their Resume to the Labour Board. This is a first time work permit application.

24246

Belongers are asked to submit a copy of their resume to The employment Services Office. This is a first time Work Permit Application.

24256

MERRILYN GARDINER

Bootle Creek, North Caicos 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 4 days a week. Salary: $6.50 hourly

The Somerset Strata Management Co Ltd, is seeking a suitable qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently.

CONTACT: 242-5421

GARDENER

CLYDE PARDO/ ISLAND PATTIES

• Complete ground work as directed by the Property Manager which may include picking up trash, sweeping curb and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds and other ground areas • Must have the ability to lift heavy items weighing up to 150lbs • Must have the ability to maintain irrigation systems and provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, and other grounds features

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 24178

Middle Street, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ two

DOMESTIC WORKERS

Duties: Regular housekeeping which includes Cleaning, mopping Dusting, sweeping and Assisting with cooking and any other chores. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-6653

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. These Positions are currently held by work permit holders.

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a team player with a desire to deliver excellent customer service to our guest • Must have clear English communications skills (written or oral) • Previous experience in this area would be an asset • Salary for this position will commensurate with qualifications and experience Qualified Belonger candidates are requested to submit a CV by e-mail to: JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM Submissions for this job position should be received no later than February 21, 2021

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BABYSITTER Preparing and cooking meals for the children. Pick up and drop children from school. Performing light housekeeping. 6.25 per hour. CONTACT INFO 4413637

Must have a valid driver’s license. Work Permit Renewal. Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

24268

MARY MAUREEN WILLIAMS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaning/sweeping, dusting, mopping (general household chores) etc. Hours are flexible. Wages: $6.50 per hour TYPE OF APPLICATION: RENEWAL THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

24264

NANA RESTAURANT HIBISCUS PLAZA, SOUTH DOCK ROAD

BARTENDER

- $8.25 hourly • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks

COOK

- $10.25 hourly Setting up workstations. Preparing ingredients. Cooking food.

PASTRY CHEF

- $10.25 hourly Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes.

SOUS CHEF

- $8.25 hourly Cooking and taking orders.

CONTACT: 231-9209

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

DU-ALL CONTRACTORS

3B Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales, seeks:

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KIMBERLEY WALKIN

Houseman Cl, Kew Town, Providenciales

EXPERIENCED COMMERCIAL CLEANER

to be responsible for caring for marble and other highgloss surfaces. Candidates should have at least five years experience working in large institutions, and must be able to function on his/her own initiative. Work Week: 6 days. Starting wage: $12.50/hour. This position is currently held by work permit holder. Qualified persons should submit applications by email to Mr. Mullings at tropicdiamond@hotmail.com TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS WHO ARE QUALIFIED AND INTERESTED, ARE INVITED TO SEND COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

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DU-ALL CONTRACTORS

3B Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales, Seeks:

3B Courtyard Plaza, Providenciales, seeks:

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For residential and commercial painting jobs. Applicants must have proven record of successful projects in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Work Week: 6 days. Starting Basic Wage of $8.50/hour. This position is currently held by work permit holder.

Qualified persons should send applications by email to Mr. Mullings at tropicdiamond@hotmail.com. Turks and Caicos Islanders who are Qualified and interested, are invited to send copies of their applications to the Department of Employment Services 24270

To assist the skilled tradesmen in their various duties, and to care for the employer’s small hand tools. Candidates should have at least a basic working knowledge of construction, and a willingness to learn the various trades. They must also be prepared to work long hours in the sun. Work Week: 6 days, 7-5. Starting wage: $7.50/hour. This position is new. Qualified persons should submit applications by email to Mr. Mullings at tropicdiamond@hotmail.com

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDERS WHO ARE QUALIFIED AND INTERESTED, ARE INVITED TO SEND COPIES OF THEIR APPLICATIONS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

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HO2 CONSTRUCTION LTD.

GARDENER

GRACE BAY COURT SUITE 101, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES 431.2971

LOOKING FOR A QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED APPLICANT FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION.

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.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Reporting to the Managing Director, candidate will be charged with assessing procedures and controls of various units throughout the company and making recommendations for improvement. Being familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices and procedures is highly desirable. The individual will be responsible for realizing and maintaining accounting procedures, acquiring and implementing new software systems, streamlining business activities, issuing written reports, documenting current procedures and detailing recommendations for improvement. He/ she must be a nimble thinker who can quickly assess the larger risks before making recommendations for improvement related to detail procedures and duties. Graduate Degree in a related field, 4+ years’, experience in B2B and B2C essential, ability to work independently, be articulate with strong analytical and financial ability. Salary: $30,000 pa

This position is for a first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

24272

RESPONSIBILITIES:

JOANNA IVASIUK THE SOMERSET RESORT ON GRACE BAY JIVASIUK@THESOMERSET.COM Submissions for this job position should be received no later than February 21, 2021

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Science & Technology

Covid: Antibodies last at least six months in most AS MANY as 88% of people still have antibodies in their blood to fight Covid-19 six months after infection, a study of almost 1,700 people suggests. The data - from one of the world’s largest follow-up Covid studies also provides more detail about the likely symptoms experienced by those infected. While 26% had a cough and 28% had a fever, a bigger proportion 43% - said they lost the sense of taste or smell. But 40% had had none of these and about 20% had had no symptoms at all. The data also backs up previous studies on who is most likely to have been infected with Covid at some point during the pandemic. Among a full group of nearly 20,000 people who were regularly tested monthly during the pandemic, it was younger adults, black or South Asian people and those living in deprived areas who were most likely

By the end of the study, six months later, 88% still had detectable antibodies.

to test positive for the antibodies. The UK Biobank is a database of blood, urine and saliva samples, heart and brain scans and the genetic data of half a million people who volunteered to have their information analysed to help with global medical research.

Just under 20,000 of these participants each gave a blood sample every month between 27 May and 4 December 2020. And 1,699 tested positive for antibodies during this period, which indicates a past Covid-19 infection. Most of these were already testing positive in the first month of the study, suggesting they had acquired the infection during the first wave. By the end of the study, six

months later, 88% still had detectable antibodies. This echoes findings from previous, smaller studies in healthcare workers. And it is possible that some or all of the 12% whose tests went from positive to negative retained some protection against subsequent infection although their antibodies had fallen below the threshold measured by the study. UK Biobank chief scientist Prof Naomi Allen said: “Although we cannot be certain how [the presence of antibodies] relates to immunity, the results suggest that people may be protected against subsequent infection for at least six months following natural infection. “More prolonged follow-up will allow us to determine how long such protection is likely to last.” Not everyone was equally likely to show signs of previous infection. The antibody study echoes other data showing which groups were hit hardest by the virus. Among the full group of 20,000 participants, 16% of the black people tested positive for antibodies, compared with:

· 14% of the South Asian people · 8.5% of the white people · 7.5% of the Chinese people There were regional differences too, with Londoners most likely to have antibodies and people in Scotland least likely. And 13.5% of the adults under 30 tested positive, compared with 6.7% of the over-70s. A separate study by the ONS, based on blood test results from a random sample of people over 16, found around one in seven people in England had antibodies in their blood in mid-January. The figure was one in nine in Wales, one in 11 in Northern Ireland and one in 10 in Scotland. This suggests these people had been infected with the virus in the past, but this is unlikely to be the total infected since the start of the UK epidemic last spring because antibodies - although they are present for at least six months after infection - do decline over time. Vaccinations also build up antibodies in those given jabs, to help fight off the virus, but the ONS does not differentiate between the two things. (BBC)

Covid trial in UK examines mixing different vaccines The Brookesia has a body just 13.5mm long.

‘Smallest reptile on earth’ discovered in Madagascar SCIENTISTS believe they may have discovered the smallest reptile on earth - a chameleon subspecies that is the size of a seed. Two of the tiny lizards were discovered by a GermanMadagascan expedition team in Madagascar. The male Brookesia nana, or nano-chameleon, has a body of just 13.5mm. This makes it the smallest of about 11,500 known species of reptiles, according to the Bavarian State collection of Zoology in Munich. Its length from top to tail is 22mm (0.86in). The female is far bigger at around 29mm, the institute said, adding that other specimens were yet to be located, despite “great effort”. “The new chameleon is only known from a degraded montane

rainforest in northern Madagascar and might be threatened by extinction,” said the Scientific Reports journal. Oliver Hawlitschek, a scientist at the Center of Natural History in Hamburg, said: “The nano-chameleon’s habitat has unfortunately been subject to deforestation, but the area was placed under protection recently, so the species will survive.” Researchers found that it hunts for mites on the rainforest floor and hides from predators at night in blades of grass. In a blog post, Dr Mark Scherz, one of the researchers involved in the discovery, called it “a spectacular case of extreme miniaturisation”. The forests where the Brookesia were located are still well connected with others across the north of the island, he said.

A UK trial has been launched to see if giving people different Covid vaccines for their first and second doses works as well as the current approach of using the same type of vaccine twice. The idea is to provide more flexibility with vaccine rollout and help deal with any potential disruption to supplies. Scientists say mixing jabs could also possibly give even better protection. The vaccines minister said no changes would be made to the UK’s current approach until at least the summer. Currently, official guidance from the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) says anyone already given the PfizerBioNTech or Oxford-AstraZeneca jab as part of the UK’s approved immunisation programme should get the same vaccine for both doses. There is no suggestion this will change, although in very rare circumstances a different vaccine can be used - if only one vaccine is available, or it’s not known which was given for the first dose. Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi said the government’s taskforce had given about £7m to fund the study, but that findings would not be available until the summer and therefore “at the moment, we’re not

The vaccines minister said no changes would be made to the UK’s current approach until at least the summer.

changing anything at all”. Previous experience suggests mixing vaccines could be a beneficial approach - some Ebola immunisation programmes involve mixing different jabs to improve protection, for example. And Mr Zahawi told BBC Breakfast that this has been done with other vaccines such as jabs for hepatitis, polio and measles, mumps and rubella. The Com-Cov study, run by the National Immunisation Schedule Evaluation Consortium, will involve more than 800 volunteers. The study will be recruiting people aged 50 or older, who have not yet received a Covid vaccine,

in London, Birmingham, Liverpool, Nottingham, Bristol, Oxford and Southampton. Some will receive the Oxford jab followed by the Pfizer vaccine or vice versa, four or 12 weeks apart. Other vaccines may be added as they are approved by regulators. The chief investigator, Prof Matthew Snape from the University of Oxford, said the “tremendously exciting study” would provide information vital for vaccine rollouts in the UK and globally. He told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme that animal studies have shown “a better antibody response with a mixed schedule rather than the straight schedule” of vaccine doses.

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Brady wins seventh title as Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat Kansas City Chiefs TOM Brady steered the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a comfortable 31-9 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs to extend his record for Super Bowl wins to seven. In his first season after a glittering 20-year spell with the New England Patriots, the evergreen quarterback helped Tampa Bay become the first team to play a Super Bowl in their own stadium. And despite facing Kansas City and their dynamic young quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who came in as favourites, Brady threw three touchdown passes to prevent the Chiefs becoming the first backto-back NFL champions since Brady and the Patriots in the 2004 season. At 43 years and 188 days, Brady became the oldest player to play in the biggest game in US sport, extending his record for Super Bowl appearances to 10 and joining Peyton Manning as the only quarterbacks to win Super Bowls with two different teams. Already widely considered the greatest NFL player of all time, Brady decided to leave New England in the off-season for a new challenge and was lured to Tampa Bay, whose only previous Super Bowl win came in the 2002 season. He reportedly urged the Bucs to bring in former Patriots team-

Tom Brady extended his record for Super Bowl appearances to 10 and joined Peyton Manning as the only quarterbacks to win Super Bowls with two different teams.

mates Rob Gronkowski and Antonio Brown, as well as Leonard Fournette, and the trio shared Tampa Bay’s four touchdowns as they eased home in Super Bowl 55 after leading 21-6 at half-time. While the Chiefs came into the post-season as the top seed in the AFC Conference, Tampa Bay were the NFC’s fifth seed and became the first wildcard team to win a Super Bowl since the Green Bay Packers 10 years ago after a remarkable playoff run. After losing to the Chiefs in week 12, the Bucs finished the regular

season with four wins before beating three division winners - all on the road - to reach the title decider for just the second time. Remarkably, Brady now has more Super Bowl wins than any single NFL franchise and was named the big game’s Most Valuable Player for a record-extending fifth time. “I’m so proud of all of these guys,” he said. “We had a rough November but Bruce Arians (head coach) had all of the confidence in us and we came together at the right time. “I’m not making any comparisons.

Coming down here and playing with this group of guys is amazing.” While at New England, Brady formed the NFL’s most successful quarterback-coach partnership with Bill Belichick, and when he left, some felt that Belichick deserved more of the credit, that Brady would get ‘found out’ without him. But the Patriots endured their first losing season since 2000 - the year before Brady became their starting QB - while Brady has won another Super Bowl, with a team he joined during a pandemic, after a heavily disrupted off-season with no preseason games. It was also a team that, before this season, had not won a play-off game since winning Super Bowl 37. They had not reached the post-season at all since 2007. But Brady recognised they were gradually building a competitive roster. They had a solid defence that would protect him in the pocket and two of the NFL’s best receivers in Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. During Super Bowl week, Coach Bruce Arians said Brady was “the missing piece”. For good measure, they brought Gronkowski out of retirement, gave Brown another chance and picked up free agent Fournette. All came to the fore as the Bucs

ramped up for an unlikely run at the Super Bowl and after Kansas City opened the scoring with a field goal, Brady found Brown twice on the next drive before sending tight end Gronkowski over with a screen pass. The pair combined to devastating effect at New England before Gronkowski retired after winning Super Bowl 53 with Brady and the Patriots. The 31-year-old had a brief stint in WWE and television during his time out. But after easing back into the rigours of the NFL with seven touchdowns during the regular season, he caught a 17-yard strike by Brady for his second of Super Bowl 55. The Chiefs finally got some offence going to reply with a field goal but left 64 seconds for Tampa Bay to score before the half, and Brady completed a 71-yard drive by finding Brown in the end zone. Kansas City rallied at the start of the second half and cut the deficit with another field goal, but the Bucs continued to dominate on both sides of the ball, stifling the NFL’s best offence. Brady found Gronkowski for another big play before Fournette burst through for a 27-yard touchdown to seal a victory which many dreamed of in Tampa when Brady came aboard, but few would have thought was possible. (BBC)

Australian Open: Serena Williams & Naomi Osaka win but Angelique Kerber loses SERENA Williams launched her latest bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam with a 56-minute demolition of Laura Siegemund at the Australian Open. The American, 39, said it was “vintage Serena” as she thrashed the German 6-1 6-1 in front of a small, unmasked crowd on Rod Laver Arena. US Open champion Naomi Osaka also made a convincing start with a 6-1 6-2 win over Russia’s Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova. But former champion Angelique Kerber was the first seed to be knocked out. The German 23rd seed, who was one of 72 players to spend 14 days in ‘hard’ quarantine before the tournament - confined to a hotel room and unable to train outside - was beaten 6-0 6-4 by American Bernarda Pera. Kerber, a three-time Grand Slam champion, said the quarantine had affected her form for the major. “You feel it, especially if you play a real match where it counts and you play against an opponent who doesn’t stay in the hard lockdown,” she said. American 24th seed Alison Riske, who also did the hard quarantine, lost 6-2 6-1 to Russian world number 101 Anastasia Potapova. French Open champion Iga

Swiatek raced into the second round with a 6-1 6-3 win over Arantxa Rus of the Netherlands, but US Open quarter-finalist Tsvetana Pironkova of Bulgaria lost 7-5 6-2 to Taiwanese Hsieh Su-wei. Hseih will next play Canada’s Bianca Andreescu, who beat Mihaela Buzarnescu 6-2 4-6 6-3 in her first match for 15 months. Second seed Simona Halep raced into the second round with a 6-2 6-1 win over Australian wildcard Lizette Cabrera in just 59 minutes. Czech Petra Kvitova, who was runner-up to Osaka in 2019, also advanced by beating Greet Minnen of Belgium 6-3 6-4. Seventh seed Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus was also victorious on the first day, beating Slovakia’s Viktoria Kuzmova 6-0 6-4. Williams made a nervy start against Siegemund, double-faulting on the first point of the match before losing her opening service game. However the American, who withdrew from last week’s Yarra Valley Classic semi-final with a shoulder problem, did not take long to find her footing. She hit 16 winners and four aces against 51st-ranked Siegemund, setting up a second-round meeting with Serbia’s Nina Stojanovic. Williams wore a one-legged, black, pink and red catsuit, which

Bianca Andreescu had not played since the WTA Finals in October 2019.

she later said was a tribute to late American track and field icon Florence Griffith-Joyner. “I was inspired by Flo-Jo, who was a wonderful track athlete, amazing athlete when I was growing up,” Williams said. “Watching her fashion, just always changing, her outfits were always amazing.” Williams is joined in the second round by Osaka and her 40-year-old sister Venus, who beat Belgium’s Kirsten Flipkens 7-5 6-2. Osaka will play France’s Caroline Garcia next, while the elder Williams sister faces veteran Sara Errani. Italy’s Errani beat 30th seed Wang Qiang, who stunned Williams in the

third round last year, 2-6 6-4 6-4. Andreescu was playing her first match in 467 days after picking up a knee injury shortly after winning her maiden Grand Slam at the US Open. Unable to play in 2020 because of the injury and the coronavirus pandemic, the 20-year-old withdrew from the warm-up tournament last week to guard against any issues. She was impressive against Romania’s Buzarnescu, finding her range with her forehand and digging in at the key moments, staving off three break points at 3-3 in the decider before securing the key break. “Last night I did cry, and I’m not afraid to say that because everyone

cries sometimes,” said Andreescu, who teared up after the winning point. “But it’s a good release for me because in my head, all I was thinking about were the last 15 months and how tough they were, and they were tough for many reasons.” There are no line judges at the Australian Open this year in an attempt to keep the tournament bio-secure and the move has been welcomed by players so far. Instead, ball-tracking cameras are used. Voices call out decisions in real-time, with recordings made by Australia’s health workers, firefighters and other emergency services personnel as a tribute to their work. “I feel like if they do want to continue this way, I actually have no complaints about it because I think that there’s a lot of arguments that aren’t going to happen because of this technology,” said Osaka. Serena Williams added she thought it was “for the best”. “It’s interesting, It’s definitely different,” the American said. “I’m loving it here, so I just needed to adapt, and now I’m adapted to it. I think it’s for the best. “I think it’s not too much that can be wrong - there can be some close calls that you can check, but I think it’s good.” (BBC)

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Brooks Koepka made two eagles to overcome a five-shot deficit.

Koepka claims his first win since 2019 IT’S been a long time coming, but finally Brooks Koepka is a winner again. Having dealt with debilitating injuries for 18 months which have hampered his ability to take to the golf course, the four-time major winner hit a final-round 65 to win the PGA Tour’s Phoenix Open by a shot over Xander Schauffele and Kyoung-Hoon Lee on Sunday. Koepka made two eagles to overcome a five-shot deficit, going five-under for the last six holes to claim his first win since the FedEx

St. Jude Invitational in 2019. And after returning to winning ways, Koepka admitted that there were points during his recovery period where he even began to doubt whether he’d make a comeback. “There was a period maybe for about two months where I just questioned whether I was ever going to be the same,” the 30-year-old, who has struggled with knee and hip injuries, said after winning his second Phoenix Open as he broke a run of three straight missed cuts.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic controls the ball with a trademark high kick.

Ibrahimovic scores 500th goal of club career in AC Milan victory ZLATAN Ibrahimovic continues to defy the aging process as the 39-year-old striker scored the 500th and 501st goals of his club career in AC Milan’s Serie A win over Crotone on Sunday. The evergreen Swede -- along with the likes of Tom Brady, 43, and Serena Williams, also 39, this weekend -- is proving that age is nothing but a number and enjoying one of the most prolific seasons of his 21-year professional career. His two goals against Crotone took his season’s tally to 14, just two behind leader Cristiano Ronaldo, and helped Milan retain its place

at the top of the Serie A standings following Inter’s victory over Fiorentina on Friday. At one stage, Ibrahimovic performed his trademark kung fustyle kick in order to control a high ball, an action that arguably would have left much younger men wincing in pain. Looking for its first Serie A title since 2010-11, Milan is two points clear of city rival Inter at the top of the league after 21 games, with Juventus five points further back with a game in hand. The two Milan sides face off in a crucial clash on Sunday February 21.

Hamilton equalled Michael Schumacher’s record of seven Formula 1 world championship this year.

Lewis Hamilton: F1 world champion signs new Mercedes contract for 2021 season FORMULA 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has signed a new one-year contract with Mercedes for the 2021 season. The 36-year-old’s previous deal lapsed in 2020 but he will now race for Mercedes for a ninth season. Hamilton became the sport’s most successful driver ever in 2020, breaking Michael Schumacher’s alltime win record and drawing level with the German’s seven titles. “Our team has achieved incredible things together,” said Hamilton. “We look forward to building on our success even further, while continuously looking to improve, both on and off the track.” Part of the new deal involves a commitment from Mercedes to continue to work with Hamilton on seeking “greater diversity and inclusion in motorsport”. They will work on creating a new joint charitable foundation and Hamilton says the manufacturer has been “extremely supportive” on the issue. “I’m proud to say we are taking that effort further this year by launching a foundation dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the sport,” he added. “I am inspired by all that we can build together and can’t wait to get back on the track in March.” Team boss Toto Wolff said the duration of the contract was a consequence of the lateness of the talks, which was caused by them having to delay negotiations when Hamilton contracted Covid in December, and their mutual desire to “see how the world develops”. There is the uncertainty caused by the pandemic, as well as by a number of major rule changes in F1, including a budget cap that starts this year at $145m (£114m) and new technical rules for 2022 aimed at closing up the field.

Wolff said the global situation could have an impact on the team’s revenue, while Daimler as a group is having to invest in electrification, adding: “We are living a financial reality that is very different from a few years ago.” He added: “We are totally in line - Lewis and me and the wider group in Mercedes - about the situation, so there was never a discrepancy in opinion. “It was just we felt that we had a good signature on a 2021 contract and we needed to get going and then find some time in 2021 earlier than this time to discuss the future. “And it’s not to discuss only 2022 but also beyond, and that was not something we wanted to carve out via video conferencing between Christmas and the end of January.” Wolff emphasised that the decision to set up a foundation on inclusivity and diversity with Hamilton - an idea that originated from Daimler boss Ola Kallenius - “shows our longterm commitment to each other”. Wolff said: “There was never a moment when we thought he wouldn’t sign and there was never a moment when he doubted.” He also rejected reports that Hamilton had asked for a veto on his future team-mate or for a share of team revenue. He said: “None of that is true,” and described the claims as “baseless”. Mercedes did not state the value of Hamilton’s new contract but his previous deal was for £30m a year, with up to a further £10m available as bonuses. Wolff said the fact Hamilton was the best driver, with a huge global following and had achieved enormous success was weighed against the fact that all 2,000 employees contribute to the team’s success. “We have always been quite

aligned of what the other side would expect on contractual terms,” Wolff said. “Because he has this helicopter perspective on the wider world, it was a very tough year for us personally from a health standpoint and from an economic standpoint - so he knew that even though he delivered on his side, there is a financial economical reality that it is important to respect.” Wolff said no decision had been made on whether Hamilton would race on beyond 2021. He said he recognised that sportspeople had “shelf lives” but added: “As long as he enjoys racing, I think he is very capable of going longer. “He develops as a driver, he looks after himself in terms of physical training and mental preparation, so I don’t think in terms of ability that ends in 2021, but in the end it’s his decision.” The new deal means both Hamilton and team-mate Valtteri Bottas will be out of contract at the end of 2021, as will Williams driver George Russell, a Mercedes protege who starred on replacing Hamilton at the Sakhir Grand Prix in December, when the champion had coronavirus. Wolff said the “first discussions” over 2022 would be held with Mercedes’ two existing drivers, but added: “On the other side, the young drivers are the future, and we want to consider how we want to set ourselves up for the years beyond.” Hamilton’s defence of his title begins at the Bahrain Grand Prix on 26 March and if he can win a fifth drivers’ championship in a row he will surpass the all-time record of seven he shares with Michael Schumacher. He has won six of his world titles at Mercedes, with the other arriving at McLaren in 2008.

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– TC Aquatics Club swimmers improve at Sea Waves Swim Meet LENIN Hamilton Jr and Jayden Davis have now qualified for seven events in total after another dominant performance in the Bahamas for the Turks and Caicos Aquatics Club. The pair qualified for another three events, after both qualified for two each last week. Led by Coach Lenin Hamilton, the visiting club has been constantly improving with several of the six swimmers, who are in Nassau, dominating their age divisions. In their latest meet, Hamilton Jr qualified for two events and Davis one. Hamilton Jr, who is two months younger than Davis, qualified in the 50M fly after clocking a time of 35.24s. He placed third in that event. Approximately five minutes later, he was called to swim the 100M back and he clocked 1:27.30 to not only win the event, but also make the qualifying time in the 1112 age category. Hamilton also won the 50M free in a time of 31.23s and the 50M back. In both events, he just missed

the qualifying time. Davis, who will be 12 on Wednesday, made the qualifying time in the 100M free. He also won the event after clocking 1:12.98. 13-14 age division swimmers, Tahjari Williams and Mateo Gardiner also swam well, but the Qualifying times keep eluding them. Williams placed first in the 50M back, second in the 50M free, while Gardiner placed second in the 50M breast, second in the 50M fly and third in the 50M free. Coach Hamilton said that he has seen drastic improvements in the boys’ times and is confident that if they continue their training time in the Bahamas, they will make the mark. Hamilton’s two daughters, Lenika and Leniah also competed. Nine-year-old Lenika finished first in the 50M back and the 50M fly, while she placed fourth in the 50M free and the sixth in the 50M breast. Her seven-year-old sister, Leniah copped a first place in the

The TC Aquatics Club swimmers have been dominating meets in the Bahamas.

50M free for the 7-8 age group. She finished with a time of 49.06s, which is an over 12 seconds improvement. She also swam the 50M breast and placed second. She clocked a 24-second improvement from her time last year. Hamilton said that he is delighted with the performance of

all six swimmers. “I’m proud, but we still got some more work to do.” He said that he is trying to encourage the girls to get back into training, since they have not done enough over the last few months. He added that he is also grateful to Fox Foundation for

accommodating the team and the Bahamas Swim Foundation for its support. Although the CARIFTA Aquatic Championships was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic from its original March 26- April 7 date in Barbados, officials could select a new date in the coming weeks.

Former Windies cricketer Ezra Moseley dies in accident FORMER Barbados and West Indies fast bowler Ezra Moseley died tragically in a road accident here this morning. Reports indicated that Moseley, who celebrated his 63rd birthday last month, was riding a bicycle along the ABC Highway when he was in a collision with an SUV driven by a teenager at the Balls, Christ Church junction. Moseley played two Tests in

1990 for the West Indies against England at the age of 32 and also had nine One-Day Internationals. He took 279 wickets in 135 first-class matches at an average of 23.31. He also captured 102 wickets in 79 List A matches at an economy of 3.75 runs per over. Moseley was cricket coach at The St Michael School where he played an integral role in the development of West Indies’ Test captain Jason

Holder. He served as a national selector for the Barbados senior men’s side, the successful Barbados women’s team and was also an assistant coach for the West Indies’ women’s team. Before making his Barbados debut, Moseley, who hails from Waldron’s Village, Christ Church, first played first-class cricket for Glamorgan in the English county

Reports indicated that Ezra Moseley was riding a bicycle along the ABC Highway when he was in a collision with an SUV driven by a teenager.

championship in 1980 and 1981. He also represented Eastern Province and Northern Transvaal in South Africa, where he had toured

with the West Indies’ rebel team in 1982-83 and was slapped with a life ban, which was subsequently lifted. (Barbados Nation)

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Forbes humbled by head coach position for 2021 United Cup HEAD coach of the Turks and Caicos Islands men’s national select team Mervin Forbes said that he is humbled to have been selected to the position. “It is an honour to have this opportunity, I have always been passionate about putting myself in a position to create opportunities for the Turks and Caicos Islands Athletes.” Forbes will spearhead the select basketball team in their quest at the 2021 United Cup. The Rising Stars Basketball head coach noted that he is up to the challenge, but that it was his first time coaching that level of players, which include both Turks Islanders and Americans set to make the team.

The former national forward, who has been serving as player development coach and team adviser of the National Team scouting has been lauded by La Vega board member Arnaldo Rodriguez, who said that from his involvement with the qualifying rounds of the 2004 FIBA CBC Championship against the Turks and Caicos, US Virgin Islands and the Dominican Republic, he feels TCI found the right man for the job. ‘I remember Mervin from the FIBA CBC as a player’, Rodriguez said. “He was a strong kid. Always professional. It is great to see him grow and push for the next generation of the island. It is an honour to bring Turks and Caicos

Island to the 2021 United Cup.” Forbes has been instrumental in pushing local basketball, since over the last seven years he has placed many local players to the NCAA. “For me it’s all about the kids and the future,” Forbes said. My goal was to join the United Cup to put our island back on the map. I want our kids in school and working to develop our own professional league in FIBA. The honour is all ours to be a part of this amazing event. The United Cup will be hosted in La Vega, Dominican Republic July 22-25. The clubs are allowed unlimited import players to create a maximum competitive atmosphere.

Mervin Forbes is ready to help take TCI basketball to the next level.

Robinson staying fit with the hope of running international events in 2021 TCI’s top long distance athlete Lynn Robinson is hoping to take part in international running events this year, but it all depends on the Covid-19 pandemic. The 52-year-old said that she is running, but not at the level she would have if she were training for a competition. “I’m running daily, usually between 3-8 miles and will increase this distance once I know if I am able to travel for any events.” In a perfect scenario, the Robinson would be relatively active in 2021. “I don’t yet have any plans this year due to the uncertainly of travel. If able to I will be running the Berlin Wall 100 mile run in August. Or maybe

the Sao Tome multi day event again in July. I would also like to do the Keys 100 again in May but I don’t even know if any of these events will happen.” She said that one of the positives is that her speed has been increasing again after it slowed for a while. Robinson’s philosophy is to stay constantly active. In January, she took part in RED (Run Every Day), where she completed a whopping 148 miles of running and an additional 62 miles of dog walking for a total of 210 miles. “I don’t have any set mileage goal for this year, but would like to continue with my streak of running everyday for as long as I can.”

Lynn Robinson walked and ran a total of 210 miles in January.

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