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Hon. Jamell Robinson is TCI’s new Minister of Health

BY OLIVIA ROSE

Honourable Jamell Robinson was on Friday August 6th, 2021 swornin as the new Minister of Health of the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Hon. Robinson who has replaced Hon. Erwin ‘Jay’ Saunders as minister of health was admitted into office by Governor Nigel Dakin at his office in Providenciales at the RBC Royal Bank on Leeward Highway.

The country’s newest cabinet member recited an oath of allegiance, the oath of due execution of office and officially assumed his portfolio in the presence of loved ones including his wife Yolande Robinson, father Hon. Royal Robinson (former Deputy Premier) and mother Annie Garland.

Premier Hon. Charles Washington Misick and Cabinet members were also present at the

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swearing-in ceremony.

Speaking briefly to the media, Hon.Robinson said first on his agenda is getting a proper grip and understanding of the Covid-19 situation in the territory.

In congratulating, Hon. Robinson, Premier Misick said, “I have a great team in this Administration.

“Hon. Robinson will add valuable assistance in ensuring that our government fulfills the Citizen’s Contract.

“We look forward to formally welcoming Hon.Robinson as a Cabinet Minister over the coming weeks”.

When the Progressive National Party(PNP) Government took office in February, Premier Misick asked the UK for a constitutional change to allow for an eighth Minister.

Back in July a “minor” amendment was made to TCI’s constitution to pave the way for

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Governor Nigel Dakin swore-in Hon.Jamell Robinson as the eight member of cabinet and the new Minister of Health - (TCWeekly Olivia Rose photo)

the creation of an 8th Government Minister.

Following the approval by the Privy Council, Premier Misick who doubles as the Minister of Finance resigned from this post, handing it over to the former Minister of Health Hon.Erwin Saunders who subsequently turned over the reins of the Ministry of Health to Hon. Jamell Robinson.

In an instagram post following the brief ceremony, Governor Dakin congratulated Hon. Robinson on his new role.

He said: “So much depends on the delivery of a full spectrum of healthcare while keeping our Covid numbers low, our vaccination rates high and our hospitals within capacity.

“The business of Government is increasingly complex and the position we were in of having the Premier also responsible for a Ministry, in this case the Finance Ministry, would stretch anyone’s bandwidth to an unacceptable level.

“I watched - with admiration

- our previous Premier manage both roles at times of crisis and the workload on her was extraordinary although one she relished.

“As he himself says, the new arrangement allows the Premier to be “Premier” and have the time and space to both understand the broad span of Government work, dive deep into areas he needs to - when he needs to - and most importantly be focused on the future and the implementation of it rather than fighting the crisis of the moment”, he added.

Hon. Robinson (middle) surrounded by his family at the swearing-in ceremony – (TCWeekly Olivia Rose photo)

Several cabinet members and the Hon Premier, Hon. Washington Misick was also present at the swearing-in ceremony – (TC Weekly Olivia Rose photo)

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As the Delta variant of SARS-CoV-2, a highly contagious strain sweeps across parts of the world, health officials in the TCI are increasingly concerned about the hospitals’ ability to handle a new surge.

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Chief of Medical Services at the TCI Hospital, Dr. Dawn PerryEwing said: “our best efforts will perhaps not be good enough

Third Covid-19 wave could strain TCI hospitals

BY OLIVIA ROSE TCI health officials have warned that a third wave of coronavirus disease could place the country’s hospitals under severe strain.

As the Delta variant of SARSCoV-2, a highly contagious strain sweeps across parts of the world, health officials in the TCI are increasingly concerned about the hospitals’ ability to handle a new surge.

Chief of Medical Services at the TCI Hospital, Dr. Dawn PerryEwing explained that although the hospital has increased its

bed capacity and boosted its human resource and equipment capabilities, those efforts could still be inadequate if the territory experiences a third wave.

Speaking at a national press conference on Thursday August 5, Dr. Perry-Ewing said prevention is the TCI’s most important weapon in the fight against this pandemic, as she urged residents to get vaccinated.

She said: “And if this third wave is anything characteristic of what we’ve been seeing in other jurisdictions and in other locations, our best efforts will perhaps not be

TCI records 19th Covid death THE TURKS and Caicos Islands has recorded its nineteenth Covid-19 related death this past week.

The notice of the passing was revealed in the daily Covid-19 dashboard, but no further details have been shared.

The death makes it the twelfth Covid-19 related death for 2021, whereby in 2020, the territory’s death rate from the pandemic stood at six.

The general public is reminded to practice the relevant public health measures to suppress the spread of

Covid-19.

Should you experience any symptoms suggestive of Covid-19, the government is advising persons to please stay at home and contact the Ministry of Health Hotlines on 232 9444 or 333 0911.

Residents are asked not to visit health care facilities if they have symptoms or signs of COVID-19.

However, if these symptoms are severe, please call 911, and consult with a health care provider regarding the Covid-19 vaccine.

good enough.

“So it is imperative for the public to realize that even though we do have resources at hand, even though we do have the benefit of staff who are no more comfortable in the management of Covid positive patients, more experienced, more knowledgeable, that we do have a very small human resource cohort.”

HOSPITAL PREPARATION Dr. Perry-Ewing further revealed that preparations are well underway for patients who may require medical treatment at the hospital.

She explained that the Delta variant may actually cause infected individuals to become symptomatic within about five to seven days earlier than individuals who would have been infected with other strains.

She said: “So what we also do know is that we do have a small hospital and thanks to the Ministry of Health & TCIG were able to add a few beds to the hospital in Turks and Caicos.

“We have 31 beds in Providenciales and 13 beds in Grand Turk, if we do see any appreciable impact, similar to what we’ve been seeing and our fellow countries in the region or even internationally, this may not necessarily be enough for us to manage major impact in the Turks and Caicos Islands.”

With regards to Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs),she said the Hospital has received a consistent supply from public health, England and a few other

agencies.

“So as it stands right now, if we do have a surge in the next few weeks or days, we should be able to meet whatever requirements our staff would have for protective equipment.

“However, if we do see large levels of admissions in terms of patient volume, we are unsure how well we will be able to meet the demand in terms of PPEs.” Additionally, she said that both hospitals’ in the TCI are equipped to generate oxygen for Covid-19 patients who may need to be placed on a ventilator.

“In the past, oxygen was shipped into the island in large tanks and during our last wave when we had as many as 13 ill patients admitted to the hospital, keeping pace with the oxygen requirements for individuals had been quite challenging.

“We currently have successfully with the efforts of the Ministry of Health, been able to install two oxygen generators, one here in the Providenciales facility, and the second in the Cockburn town facility, this now enables regeneration and the production of oxygen on site.

“And this should be able to help us meet the demands of any patients who are oxygenated, and who may be on high flow oxygen as a part of their therapy’, she added.

CHALLENGES She stressed that the Hospitals’ could quickly become overwhelmed if the situation worsens, as she reminded residents

that there is a global shortage of medical professionals.

She said:“And it is very easy for our staff to become burnt out.

“Replacing staff has proven to be quite challenging in a pandemic, because globally, there’s a shortage of health professionals, doctors, nurses, and all other members of the healthcare fraternity.

“So limited amount of bed space, supply chain disruption, and human resource constraints are the things that limit our capacity to respond to a third wave.”

Coupled with these challenges, she disclosed that recently the TCI hospital has become limited in its ability to transfer critically ill patients abroad.

She said: “In the past, we had been fortunate to be able to transfer some of our Covid-19 critically ill patients to the USA. “But in recent days or recent weeks, we were forced to find a second avenue and we were fortunate enough to have our last patient transferred within the region.

These doors close on us quickly when other jurisdictions are dealing with their own surges.”

In belaboring the grim possibility of another surge in infections, Dr. Perry- Ewing called on residents to do their part in helping to reduce the rate of transmissions. “ We cannot underscore the importance of the cooperation of the community and the community participation in the preventative measures that we need to utilize in order to fully prepare for this pandemic”, she stressed.

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Minister of Finance, Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders

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Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Edwin Astwood

Opposition leader calls for another stimulus – new Finance Minister says not so fast

BY DELANA ISLES THERE is no dispute that the Turks and Caicos Islands is recovering and rebounding well, but many are not feeling the effects of this economic revitalisation.

This is according to the Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Edwin Astwood in a press statement his office issued on August 5.

“A second stimulus or relief package is greatly needed for citizens in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“It has been 17 months since the Covid-19 pandemic, and many individuals in this country continue to be disadvantaged and suffer financial setbacks caused by the effects of the pandemic.”

He added: “Even though tourism and the economy has restarted wonderfully in Providenciales, not everyone is directly benefiting, and some families continue to be hurting under the financial burden brought on by the pandemic.”

But this view is not shared by the newly sworn in Minister of Finance, Hon. Erwin Jay Saunders.

In a telephone interview with this reporter Wednesday evening, August 11, he stated that the PNP government is not considering a second stimulus at this time.

While Saunders did indicate that he has not yet been fully briefed on his portfolio by the Premier who up to last week held the post - he does not think it is even being considered, but that it is not off the table.

“As we said when we first came into office, we were going to give a stimulus, and that was the $1000 we gave to everyone, and if we find there is a need to give more, we will give more.”

He added: “If we find that people are in a position that they need another stimulus, we will give another stimulus, but to be honest, right now we feel that the economy is opening up and people are getting back to work, and that’s what we are focusing on right now, getting people back to work.”

He reminded that his government wrote off large sums of money owed to the NHIP and NIB. “Right now the focus is on finding the right balance, getting the economy open and keeping people safe,” Saunders stated.

But according to the opposition leader unemployment is still high and many local businesses continue to be inactive, or have closed indefinitely, wondering if they will get another stimulus check, and if so when will it be paid out.

Astwood pointed to Grand Turk as a prime example of this: “This lack of employment and business inactivity is greatly seen in Grand Turk, where the prolonged absence of cruise ship visits is driving half of the population under and closer to living in poverty.

“Persons are leaving their homes in order to seek employment in Providenciales.”

When asked about the current unemployment rate among Turks and Caicos Islanders and Belongers, the Finance Minister said he does not have those statistics.

However, he added: “I can confidently say this: there are more people working today, than were working on February 20, but that may be furloughed people than new jobs… people going back to work versus new people being hired… because the economy is more open now.”

Another point raised by the Leader of the Opposition was that businesses in the other family islands have not bounced back the way those in Providenciales have.

Asked about this, the finance minister said, Grand Turk particularly is not seeing the resumption of businesses the way that Providenciales have because

their main economic driver is the cruise ship industry.

He stated that come October, when the ships are proposed to come back, that will change significantly.

“We are working very hard to not only get it back to pre-pandemic levels but even bigger, so we are negotiating with Carnival to bring in larger ships and those ships are going to bring in more people.”

Saunders reminded that his government is also speaking with other cruise lines about coming into Grand Turk.

The minister said that long stay tourists are going to Grand Turk, and North and Middle Caicos are seeing spill over tourists, but he did acknowledge that the economies of these family islands are still lagging behind Providenciales’.

In his press statement, the Leader of the Opposition was not satisfied with the spillover tourism, as according to him, they are not enough.

SUPPORT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES He is robustly calling for assistance for small businesses in these islands.

Astwood stated: “There is still a great need for the government to

provide stimulus support to those struggling persons and businesses throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“And since the stimulus check issuing process has been simplified, this can be expedited immediately, after gaining approval in Cabinet.

“Thereafter, the Treasury could start sending out checks in a matter of days.”

He is proposing that the second stimulus be at the same $1,000 level.

As it relates to finances, should this be brought up as an issue by the government, the opposition leader said they should look at the money allocated for land acquisitions in the recently passed budget.

This, he stated, is not as pressing as the hardships being faced by TCI families.

“Additionally, consideration should be given to providing local businesses with grants and duty concessions for restarting.

“The grants may vary in amount with consideration given to the size and nature of the local business.”

Astwood appealed: “Therefore, I want to put it to the government to seriously consider giving an additional stimulus to those needful citizens and businesses in our country.”

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TCI moves from level 1 to 2 on CDC’s travel rating

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE U.S Centres for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) has moved the TCI’s Covid-19 travel rating from level one to level two as cases continue to climb in the territory.

In its latest travel warning which was posted to the organization’s website on Monday August 9, the CDC has urged travelers to the TCI to be fully vaccinated before traveling to the destination.

The new rating shifted the TCI from level one “low risk”, to level two “moderate risk”, as Coronavirus cases shot up over the last few weeks.

The CDC said: “Because of the current situation in the Turks and Caicos Islands even fully vaccinated travelers may be at risk for getting and spreading Covid-19 variants and should avoid nonessential travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

“If you must travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands, get fully vaccinated before travel.

Unvaccinated travelers who are at increased risk for severe illness from Covid-19 should avoid nonessential travel to the Turks and Caicos Islands, the CDC added.

NEW HERD GOAL SHIFTS TO 85 %

Speaking at a press conference on Thursday August 5, former Minister of Health Hon. Erwin ‘Jay’ Saunders explained that the territory is still struggling to reach its vaccination target which has now shifted from 80 % to 85% as a highly contagious strain (Delta B.1.617.2 ) of the Covid-19 virus was recently detected in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

He said: “As I’ve spoken before, in the previous and other press conferences, we talked about when we reach 70% we would fully open up the economy.

“And after which we said that Public Health England had come back and said, with that herd immunity is actually 80%.

“Two days ago I was on a call with a number of members from the health community in the United States, an epidemiologist from the CDC, a doctor from Baylor University and what they are saying now is that with the Delta variant, because it’s so virulent, herd immunity is 85%.

“So we need to achieve 85%, we can comfortably believe that

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we can manage this delta variant.”

Saunder stressed that certainly now that the Delta variant is in the community, the Government has to shift its herd immunity goal which requires 85% of the public to be fully vaccinated in an effort to balance both lives and livelihoods as the territory battles the pandemic.

He said: “So the government is taking this very seriously”.

As of Thursday August 5, 66.4 percent of the territory’s population

has been fully vaccinated and at least 72.3% has had one jab of the Pfizer Biotech vaccine.

The Delta variant (B.1.617.2) which has since been classified by the World Health Organization as a Variant of Concern (VOC) emerged quietly in the Indian town of Maharashtra in October 2020.

It barely caused a ripple at a time when India was reporting around 40,000 to 80,000 cases a day, most being the Alpha variant (B.1.1.7) first found in the United

Kingdom.

That changed in April when India experienced a massive wave of infections peaking at close to 400,000 daily cases in mid-May. The Delta variant rapidly emerged as the dominant strain in India and rapidly spread around the world and has been identified in at least 98 countries to date It’s now the dominant strain in countries as diverse as the UK, U.S, Russia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Australia and Fiji and is on the rise.

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“Pandemic is far from over”- says acting Chief Medical officer as Covid cases surge

BY OLIVIA ROSE As Coronavirus cases surge in the Turks and Caicos Islands, acting Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jeremy Myers has reminded residents that the “pandemic is far from over”.

Many countries around the world are experiencing a third or even fourth Covid-19 wave, the Turks and Caicos Islands is also bracing for its third wave of infections as the delta strain, a more virulent variant, was recently detected in the territory.

Speaking at a Ministry of Health press conference on Thursday August 5, Dr. Myers urged residents not to let their guards down, as he warned that the virus is still alive and kicking in the community.

He said: “What recent Covid positives have shown us is that the pandemic is far from over.

“And even though measures were relaxed, we felt that kind of comfort with the low numbers.

“What we’re seeing now is that we’re having to prepare ourselves for yet another surge.”

He also informed listeners who were tuned into the livestreamed press briefing, that the Delta variant has become the most dominant strain in the United States which is a key source market for tourism in the TCI. Dr.Myers explained that as of March 2021, the World Health Organization has declared the Delta variant a variant of concern (VOC).

He added: “What this really means is mainly three things, one, it is more transmissible; meaning it spreads from one person to another a lot easier than the other variants that we’ve seen with Covid-19.

“It is more virulent, meaning that it causes more severe disease,

Acting Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jeremy Myers

it also plays a premise that the incubation period is less than some of the other variants.

“So while before with the alpha and beta variants, for example, we would have expected an incubation period of up to 14 days.

“But the recent data that we are seeing with the delta is that there are a lot of persons who will have the incubation period of sometimes as little as a week or sometimes even less.”

He stressed that the third premise of it being classified as a variant of concern is that it has reduced efficacy of the vaccine.

“The initial protection that is offered, that was studied when vaccines are initially launched has been shown to be somewhat less than what we are seeing now with

this delta variant.

“The Delta variant as described by the UK and is also known as the B1.617.2, spreads a lot more quickly than even the alpha variant which was predominant over the Christmas, New Year and into the January, February period.

“So if we have detected the Delta variant locally, we can expect quite an accelerated surge.

“And it is not to really instill any fear but to really have us on our guard, because it is here and we know it can spread and it is coming.

“It would seem to be the cause of another surge.”

The acting CMO called on residents to take any and all available precautions.

“It’s not just one thing that is

going to protect you.

“Wash your hands, wear your mask, keep your physical distance.

“And of course, take the Covid-19 vaccine.

“Avoid any large gatherings, parties, those kinds of events that really can be super spreader events.”

He stressed that these are all proven practices and tools to really fight the pandemic.

“These are all layers to protect yourself, protect your family and the community that we serve.”

CONTACT TRACING & QUARANTINE

Turning his attention to some of the challenges surrounding the Ministry’s contact tracing and quarantine efforts, Dr. Myers

underscored the importance of both methods in helping to break the chains of Covid-19 transmission.

He said: “Honest information is needed in the same way you would go to your doctor and your nurse and give them that kind of genuine transparent information or contact tracing teams need this kind of information to really put in place what we can to stem the spread and break the transmission of the disease.

“The information that we ask about, where you have been, who you have been around is absolutely crucial.

“We are not the police. We are health professionals. We are here to help. “ We are not here to punish, some people see our quarantine order, they see us showing up and asking them for information.

“It is really not out of any untoward meaning; it is really for the interests of the public health and safety.”

He further encouraged those placed in quarantine to maintain the quarantine order.

“This is a measure that we just have to use Covid-19 does not have a quick fix, it does not have a cure, we have gone well over a year in the pandemic and see that we are still facing surges and waves.”

As of August 11, 2021, Fifteen(15) new cases of Covid-19 have been identified and one (1) new Covid related death has been recorded leaving the total number of deaths standing at nineteen (19).

The number of Active confirmed cases in the TCI now stands at Fifty-nine (59), with two (2) New recoveries, according to the Ministry of Health’s update.

One (1)person is hospitalized.

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force is appealing to any member of public who may have any information on any crimes. They can contact Chalk Sound Police Station on 338-5901 or make use of the confidential reporting system through Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477.

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Tropical Storm Fred misses TCI – DDME reviews storm prep

BY DELANA ISLES A TROPICAL Storm projected to impact the Turks and Caicos Islands Thursday evening had the entire territory on high alert, but the Islands was spared a direct impact.

Isolated showers and thunderstorms marked its passage in the early morning hours and into Thursday afternoon.

A storm watch was first issued for the TCI on Monday, August 9 at around 6:30pm, with mostly heavy rainfall projected to impact the territory.

By Wednesday evening, as residents of TCI were urged to shelter in place, Tropical Storm Fred eventually weakened to a tropical depression over Central Hispaniola, with heavy rains over Haiti and the Dominican Republic.

At 6am on Thursday the all clear was given by the Disaster Management and Emergency (DDME).

This is the first system that was projected to impact the TCI since the start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season in June.

To update residents on the preparations in place should the TCI be impacted, the Department of DDME hosted a press briefing on Wednesday.

Director of the DDME, Dr.

Virginia Clerveaux was joined by several department heads from public works, to advise residents on drainage systems, available shelters, and areas that could become flooded as a result.

Tropical Storm Fred is the sixth named storm for the 2021 hurricane season.

DDME Director stated: “The scientist are predicting that it would break down while it passed Hispaniola… but we know that it can regain strength, as soon as it reaches over water it can slow down and regain strength, Hurricane Dorian did that, it just remained over water and moved at zero miles per hour.”

Hurricane Dorian was an extremely powerful and catastrophic Category 5 Atlantic hurricane, which became the most intense tropical cyclone on record to strike the Bahamas, and tied for strongest landfall in the Atlantic basin. It is also regarded as the worst natural disaster in The Bahamas’ recorded history (source: Wikipedia).

Director Clerveaux stated should any storm stay over the Turks and Caicos Islands for extended hours, just with rainfall, the territory is threatened.

“I am confident that most of our homes are built strong but I also know as a geographer that the geography of the Turks and

Isolated showers and thunderstorms marked its passage in the early morning hours and into Thursday afternoon Caicos Islands is low lying and it doesn’t mean that our drainage systems are not working, it means that most parts are below

sea level.”

As it relates to available shelters, Dr. Clearveaux said they are prepared to take in residents

who need to be evacuated as all shelters have been repaired since the last major hurricanes, and new shelters have been added.

Young man is fifth murder for 2021 A MURDER investigation is now underway following the country’s fifth murder for 2021.

Shortly after 9pm on Sunday, August 8th, 23 year old Joshua Swann was shot while in the Five Cays area.

In a statement on Tuesday, August 10, Police said the young man was rushed to the hospital in a private vehicle, but he later succumbed to his injuries.

Commissioner of Police Trevor Botting has extended his condolences to the family and appealed for information.

“I want to extend condolences

to the family and friends of the victim who died yesterday due to gun violence.

“As always, we depend on the cooperation of witnesses to come forward to assist with bringing the suspect to justice.

This time is no different as we are appealing to anyone with information about the shooting to call the Crime Stoppers Hotline on 1-800-8477 (TIPS).

Alternatively, you can contact 911.”

Investigations are continuing, and up to press time no arrests have been made.

HELP NEED TO SOLVE NORTH CAICOS SHOOTING Officers are seeking the public’s help with information in another shooting incident.

This incident also occurred on Sunday, August 8th, 2021, shortly after 12am at the Horse Stable Beach in North Caicos.

The incident has left a 31-yearold man injured.

He has since been taken to Providenciales for further medical treatment.

Anyone with information is asked to contact 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 (TIPS).

Joshua Swann shot and killed over the weekend

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Cabinet put new health measures in place as Delta variant identified CABINET has agreed to several new measures to combat Covid-19 in the territory in light of a new strain of the virus being detected.

During the August 4 meeting of the Cabinet in Grand Turk, the Ministry of Health provided an update on the Covid-19 situation in the country.

These discussions centred on the rising number of positive cases since the Delta variant arrived in TCI, recent outbreaks of the Norovirus, advances with PCR testing in the national laboratory, staffing levels at the two hospitals, and progress with the vaccination programme, now standing at 66% fully vaccinated.

Members have, as a result, approved amendments to existing measures under the Public and Environmental Health (Covid-19 Pandemic) Regulations 2020, with effect from August 6 until October 31.

These are: that large public and private social gatherings, including functions at hotels, villas, and tourism accommodations, be reduced to 50 persons only.

They have approved the imposition of a $550 fine for individuals not wearing face masks or facial covering in public places including hotels, villas, and tourism accommodations.

Additionally, members agreed that a $5,000 fine will be slapped on those businesses and venues where the offences take place.

A final new measure will see businesses that breach the Covid-19 regulations three times being ordered to close their operations for two months.

Meanwhile, in light of the arrival of the Delta variant in the

They have approved the imposition of a $550 fine for individuals not wearing face masks or facial covering in public places including hotels, villas, and tourism accommodations

Islands, the members considered options to have all visitors be fully vaccinated on arrival.

They are also looking at implementing higher penalties for non-adherence of regulations such as mask wearing, social distancing, and use of logbooks.

The members are considering having recommended health insurance for all visitors.

According to the Cabinet statement, before any of these measures are agreed to, the government will be consulting with the tourism industry.

Other matters discussed in Cabinet included putting in place a revised three-year strategic Plan for the National Culture and Heritage Policy for the TCI and agreeing on the next steps required prior to its implementation.

Cabinet has approved planning application PR 15404 for the erection of a boundary impasse fencing at the Gustarvus

Lightbourne Sports Complex, in Downtown Providenciales on parcel 60602/401.

The body has approved amendments to the Credit Union (Amendment) Bill 2021, embedding the requirement for deposit insurance across both banks and credit unions operating in the TCI. The members also agreed on the next steps required for the full implementation of these amendments.

Meanwhile, approval has been given for the design and development of a Revenue Authority (RA) for TCI. This body will be tasked with administering and enforcing the laws currently under the remit of the Inland Revenue Department.

Members also agreed to the integration of the Customs Department into the new RA, the composition of board members and for all taxes, duties and fees to be managed by the Revenue

Authority.

In other news coming out of the Cabinet, Governor Nigel Dakin, who chairs Cabinet meetings, updated members on a recent discussion he had with the President of Fortis Canada.

These discussions, the Cabinet statement reads, focused on renewable energy, among other things.

During that August 4 meeting, several appointments were made to statutory bodies, and the members are considering having these bodies brief them on the work they are doing at future Cabinet meetings.

APPOINTMENTS Cabinet approved the appointment of Tremmaine Swann (Chair), Dr Denise Tennant, Dr Jameiko Harvey as Members, and Chief Medical Officer, Ms Gogontle Gatang, and Chief Executive Officer to the Health Regulation Authority as ex-officio Members

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of the Medicine and Dentistry Professions Council and Dr Derrick Aarons as Secretary to the Council for a period of two years with effect from August 9 until March 31, 2023.

Approval was also given for the appointment of Ms Claudette Gibson (Chair), Mrs Jackurlyn Sutton (Deputy Chair), Nurse Alrisa Gardiner, Ms Beatrice Burton as Members, and Ms Dominique Gardiner and Chief Executive Officer to the Health Regulation Authority as ex-officio Members of the Nursing and Midwifery Professions Council and Dr Derrick Aarons as Secretary to the Council for a period of two years with effect from 9 August until March 31, 2023.

Cabinet has approved the appointment of Mr Samajeo Williams (Chair), Ms Janell Hamilton (Deputy Chair), Ms Donniek Gardiner, Mrs Carol Robinson as Members, Ms Libby Charlton, Mr Andre Morgan and Chief Executive Officer to the Health Regulation Authority as ex-officio Members of the Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy Professions Council and Dr Derrick Aarons as Secretary to the Council for a period of two years with effect from August 9 until March 31, 2023.

Approval was given for the appointment of Hon Ricardo D. Gardiner (Chair), Dr Alexis Missick, Mrs Karen Lightbourn, Ms Charlene Higgs and Mr Leo Selver as Members of the Health Appeals Tribunal and Dr Derrick Aarons as Secretary to the Tribunal for a period of two years with effect from August 9 until March 31, 2023.

Further approval was given for the appointment of Zhavago Jolly (Chair), Dominique Rolle, Zaneta Burton, Crystal Charles and Devon Williams as Members and Permanent Secretary RTC and TCIG Senior Press Officer as Ex-Officio Members of the Radio Turks and Caicos Board of Governors and Cynara John as Secretary of the Board for a period of two years with effect from August 9 until March 31, 2023.

Cabinet was also updated on the appointments of the Hon Erwin Jay Saunders as the Minister of Finance and the Hon Jamel Robinson as the new Minister of Health.

All members were present at the August 4 meeting with the exception of the Hon Minister for Education.

Mrs Khalila Astwood-Tatem was also present as acting Attorney General.

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Previously, social gatherings could host up to 100 people, but that is no longer the case, until at least the end of October

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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Josephine Connolly

August resumption of Island Fish Fry scrapped

BY DELANA ISLES THE RESUMPTION of the popular Island Fish Fry has been further delayed, due in large part to the rising number of Covid-19 cases and the emergence of the Delta variant in the Islands.

The last update on the resumption of the event was that the government is looking at the end of August.

But that date is no longer feasible, minister of tourism, hon.

Josephine Connolly revealed to this reporter on Wednesday, August 11.

“We were hoping to return the event at the end of August but given the current restrictions of 50 persons maximum per gathering due to the increase in cases and the spread of the Delta Variant, we are reviewing our plan,” Minister Connolly said.

That restriction came into effect last week Thursday, August 5, following a steep increase in cases and several super spreader events that flouted the Covid-19 regulations.

Previously, social gatherings could host up to 100 people, but that is no longer the case, until at least the end of October.

The Tourism Minister stated: “We understand that this event has been an income generator for many small business persons and we want to open the event but we have

to do so as safely as possible.”

From its inception in 2013, the Thursday night Island Fish Fry has been a hit, featuring all things TCI, with more than a dozen local food vendors, entertainers and cultural acts coming together to create a unique experience enjoyed by tourists and residents alike.

RELOCATION STILL IN FLUX

As far as relocation from The Kid’s Park in Lower Bight, the minister says they are still looking at a number of locations, and are now considering making the event a traveling one.

She stated: “We are looking at all viable options...we are still discussing it because we would like to see something happening in all of the settlements - a night in Blue Hills, a night in Five Cays etc…”

However, there is still no word from the government on a permanent site.

The minister said discussions are continuing, with at least one location along Allegro Road, Grace Bay identified and under consideration.

The last location identified was to have been a three acre lot of land adjacent to the Key West Village and Italian Village that are part of Beaches Resort and Spa in Providenciales.

But those plans were swiftly scrapped in 2018.

From its inception in 2013, the Thursday night Island Fish Fry has been a hit, featuring all things TCI, with more than a dozen local food vendors, entertainers and cultural acts coming together to create a unique experience enjoyed by tourists and residents alike

It was reported earlier that year, that Beaches TCI late founder, Butch Stewart had objected to the relocation, reportedly saying that his development agreement with the TCI Government does not allow for vending to be carried out in the proposed relocation area.

No other site has been definitively identified since that

time.

During his budget debate speech in 2018, the then opposition leader, Hon. Charles Washington Misick had protested the conditions at the Bight location, saying that it had become quite untenable for vendors and even attendees when it rains.

He stated at the time: “The situation is that when it rains the

place gets flooded, creating a hazard to the vendors from electric cables running along the ground and many times vendors lose food and merchandise because they are unable to secure their product fast enough, yet they still have to pay $210 for a space on the ground, and there are no plans for improving the venue.”

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Large gatherings now restricted to 50 – $500 fine for not wearing a mask in public

BY OLIVIA ROSE THE Government has now restricted attendance at large public and private social gatherings, to 50 people, while a $500 fine will be imposed on anyone found without a face covering or mask in public.

This comes as a raft of new measures to stem the wave of Covid-19 transmissions were announced on Thursday August 5, by the former Minister of Health Hon.Erwin Saunders.

Speaking at a press briefing last Thursday, Saunders said that while the nationwide 1 am curfew remains unchanged, other measures are being enforced to curb the spread of the virus as the territory braces for a third Covid-19 wave.

He said: “We did change some things..large, public and private social gatherings, including functions and hotels, villas, tourist accommodations, before it was 10 and you needed a permit for it, we’re reducing that down to 50

only.”

“We are imposing a fine of $550 for individuals not wearing face covering in public places, including hotels, villas, tours, accommodations, and a 5000 fine for those business venues where the offense takes place.

“So if you are found to have persons in your establishment without face masks, you can be fined 5000.”

He continued:“And after three fines your businesses can be closed for up to two months.”

Saunders stressed that the Government will be taking these measures seriously as many people and businesses continue to blatantly ignore the Covid-19 rules and regulations.

“And so we’re taking this very, very, very seriously.”

Saunders further disclosed that he recently met the Hotel and Tourism Association as some hotel guests are not adhering to the government’s mask wearing

Former Minister of health Hon. Erwin ‘Jay’ Saunders

policy.

He said: “Because we’ve seen a lot of tourists around, not wearing the mask we’re imploring upon you and encouraging you to are to have your guests where their face masks, particularly when they’re out in public, and particularly when they’re outside of their groups, their own groups among their friends and family.”

He warned the businesses who

have taken the position to break the rules and pay the fine, to desist from this practice as it continues to put the entire country at risk. :“One of the other things that we’re seeing is we’re seeing a lot of lack of compliance, we’ve seen unsanctioned parties, large gatherings. “ I know people have been asking and wanting to know how it is that the government approved

those parties, I can certainly say that we did not.

“The only parties that we have approved that I’m aware of were up to 100%. “ So anything that you’ve seen, bigger than that, is a breach of the regulations and of their permit.”

He stressed that the government will not allow these high risk activities to continue without consequences. “ I think people have taken the position that it’s better to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission.

“We’ve been told that they’re making so much money, I guess they think it’s easier to pay the fine than to comply. “ I want to let them know now that we want you to comply, we don’t want you to pay the fine.

“And if you’re going to test our resolve, and we believe that you are testing our resolve to see how serious we are. “ We’re going to put in measures to increase the fine and we’re going to keep increasing the fine to the point where it stings. “ We don’t want you putting the country at risk,” Saunders stressed.

PAC members undergo bespoke training The House of Assembly in collaboration with the United Kingdom Commonwealth Parliamentary Association recently hosted a public accounts workshop in Grand Turk.

The training was hosted last month at the House of Assembly in the nation’s capital.

On the agenda was a real life scenario whereby committee members were tasked with ensuring they get value for money on a government contract.

This allowed the committee to question witnesses. These witnesses are persons involved in the planning and execution of contracts.

Members probed for answers to satisfy the outcome of the agreed contract.

In a PAC press statement issued last week, chair of the committee, the Hon. Leader of the Opposition, Edwin Astwood expressed thanks to the members for their display and attendance.

On the committee are hon.

Astwood as chair; Harold Charles, Governor’s nominee; members of parliament hon. Shaun Malcolm and hon. Jameka Williams; Ruth Forbes, Governor’s nominee; Leonardo Patrick, speaker’s nominee; deputy clerk Lydia Butterfield; the auditor general Sandra Stephen-Malcolm and Darlene Clerveaux-Forbes

Newly appointed PAC members recently attended a workshop (photo provided by: Office of the Leader of the Opposition)

personal assistant to chair of the committee.

The committee is expected to commence a series of public hearings this September on audited reports from the auditor general.

These reports were laid in the House of Assembly and referred to the Public Accounts Committee for scrutiny.

The mandate of the PAC is to scrutinize and hold accountable all

government entities, statutory bodies, institutions protecting good governance and any entity or individual that are in receipt of 50% or more of their income from the TCI Government.

In her remarks following last month’s training session, the auditor General said the PAC members benefitted from bespoke training which included hearing from leading parliamentarians

including the hon. Akeirra Misick, a former PAC chair.

The auditor general stated that the training received by members complimented the diverse knowledge and expertise they already possess.

She added that the combination of these factors provide a powerful platform on which to examine reports, question witnesses during evidence sessions of the committee,

and ultimately achieve impact on public financial management.

As auditor general, Mrs. Stephen-Malcolm said she looks forward to working with the members.

The Public Accounts Committee is one of the two standing committees of the House of Assembly to whom reports are referred for scrutiny so as to ensure effective accountability to the legislature.

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Aggressive marketing of TCI at UK and EU roadshow AS TOURISM continues to pick up in the territory, the Turks and Caicos Islands Tourist Board is not letting up on its marketing and promotion of the Islands.

Posted to its Facebook page on Wednesday, August 11, the Tourist Board said they are continuing to “aggressively market and promote destination Turks and Caicos in the United Kingdom & European Union region.”

Courtney Robinson, the Tourist Board’s Marketing Representative for the UK & EU region, recently held an exhibition at a Midlands roadshow.

The roadshow was organised by destination representatives and took place in Birmingham, West Midlands, UK.

The showcase saw presentations from the tourism board, hotels and destination representatives to tour operators and travel agents.

The Tourist Board said the primary focus of the roadshow was luxury destination weddings, for which the Turks and Caicos Islands is renowned.

Alongside the presentations were many networking opportunities, the Board said, and at the conclusion of the event one lucky travel agent went home with a Tourist Board gift bag.

That gift bag included many locally made products such as Bambarra jam, Caicos Roasters coffee and a TCI Doll along with destination magazines and guides.

Courtney Robinson, Tourist Board UK Representative presents gift bag to lucky travel agent at UK roadshow ( photos courtesy: Turks & Caicos Tourist Board Press Facebook page)

World News Afghanistan: Taliban take 10th provincial capital as Ghazni falls THE Taliban have taken the strategically important city of Ghazni, the 10th provincial capital to fall to the militants in less than a week.

Afghan security forces arrested Ghazni’s governor and his deputy after they fled the city.

Ghazni is on the major KabulKandahar motorway, linking militant strongholds in the south to the capital, Kabul.

Taking Ghazni is thought to increase the likelihood that the Taliban could eventually aim to take Kabul itself.

Almost a third of the country’s 34 provincial capitals are now under Taliban control.

The insurgents have moved at speed, seizing new territories almost daily, as US and other foreign troops withdraw after 20 years of military operations.

In Ghazni, a provincial council member told the BBC that the Taliban had taken most of the city, with only a police base on the outskirts controlled by the Afghan security forces.

Heavy fighting was also reported in the city of Kandahar on Wednesday. The Taliban claim to have taken over the city’s prison, though this has not been confirmed.

In the southern city of Lashkar Gah, the capital of Helmand province, militants have taken over the police headquarters.

Meanwhile, the US embassy in Kabul said it was hearing reports that the Taliban was executing Afghan troops who were surrendering, saying it was “deeply disturbing and could constitute war crimes.”

More than 1,000 civilians have been killed in Afghanistan in the past month, according to the UN.

Thousands of people are living in makeshift camps in Kabul after fleeing the Taliban insurgency.

Just this week thousands of people from northern provinces have become internally displaced, travelling to Kabul to seek safety.

Makeshift camps have been established on scrubland on the outskirts of the capital, while many others have reportedly been sleeping on the streets or in abandoned

warehouses.

“We have no money to buy bread, or get some medicine for my child,” a 35-year-old street vendor who fled Kunduz province after the Taliban set fire to his home told the BBC. In response to the insurgency, the German government has threatened to end its annual financial support of

$500m (£360m) to Afghanistan if the Taliban gains complete control of the country.

Germany has also suspended the forced repatriation of Afghan citizens whose asylum applications have failed. The French government says it is also following the same policy.

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Annamay Lewis allegedly wounded Ralph Gonsalves during a protest last week.

Former Governor General and Deputy Prime Minister Arthur Dion Hanna.

Woman pleads not guilty Bahamas: Arthur Dion Hanna to wounding St Vincent’s to replace Queen on $100 bill Prime Minister ANNAMAY Lewis, a 56-year-old vendor of Layou, appeared before a Kingstown Magis-trate yesterday morning charged with wounding Prime Minister of St Vin-cent and the Grenadines, Dr Ralph Gonsalves during a protest last Thursday in Kingstown.

She entered a not guilty plea to the charge and was granted bail with one surety in the sum of EC $3,000 dollars.

The matter was adjourned to September 15.

The Kingstown Magistrate’s court which drew many curious onlookers was heavily guarded by police.

There were emotional scenes outside the court as relatives of Lewis gathered to lend support.

According to reports, on August 5, the accused allegedly unlawfully and maliciously wounded Ralph Gonsalves, 74, Prime Minister of Old Montrose (Dasent Cottage) by striking him on the right side of his head with an unknown object. (Loop News)

PRIME Minister Dr Hubert Minnis announced this week that the face of former Governor General and Deputy Prime Minister Arthur Dion Hanna will replace that of Queen Elizabeth II on the $100 bill starting next year.

Dr Minnis revealed this in the House of Assembly as he paid tribute to Mr Hanna, who died at home last week at 93.

Mr Hanna was instrumental in the move to independence and the development of the Bahamianisation policy.

Throughout his life he rejected honours from the Queen and

advocated for a Bahamian honour system to take its place.

Dr Minnis said yesterday that he is speaking to Mr Hanna’s family as they prepare a state funeral for him.

“While his family has lost a father through bloodline, the nation has lost a founding father,” he said.

“Through the bonds of citizenship and affection, all of us are in some way the sons and daughters of this great man whose love for the Bahamas was boundless. He was a firebrand and patriot who loved our Bahamas with unrelenting devotion, courage and action.

“He gave his life to the Bahamian

people through the struggle for majority rule and independence.

AD Hanna fought for equality and social justice throughout his long life. He was a champion of the poor, vulnerable and downtrodden. Many of our national institutions and progressive national policies bear the hallmark of his advocacy for Bahamiansation.

“So that we can remember the contributions of the honourable AD Hanna, a new $100 bill bearing the face of AD Hanna replacing that of the Queen will commence and be issued officially in The Bahamas in 2022.”

New date for delayed Haiti vote after president’s slaying HAITI will hold presidential elections last scheduled for September on November 7, officials said Wednesday, with the assassination of president Jovenel Moise still shrouded in mystery.

The provisional electoral council said polling day will include the first round of the presidential election, legislative elections that should have been held in 2019, and a constitutional referendum that Moise supported.

The referendum was twice postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

According to the new electoral calendar, the second round of presidential and legislative elections will be on January 23, 2022 at the

same time as municipal and local elections, which have also been delayed for years.

Prime Minister Ariel Henry, who was sworn in last month, has vowed to restore order in the country and organise the long-delayed elections sought by Haitians and the international community.

Haiti currently has no working parliament and only a handful of elected senators.

Police say they have arrested 44 people in connection with the president’s killing, including 12 Haitian police officers, 18 Colombians who were allegedly part of the commando team, and two Americans of Haitian descent.

The head of Moise’s security

Haitian officials are still trying to solve the assassination of President Jovenel Moise.

detail is among those detained.

Moise had been ruling

the

impoverished and disaster-plagued nation by decree, with gang violence

spiking and Covid-19 spreading rapidly in recent months. (AFP)

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Jamaica tightens curfew with Covid-19 cases surging JAMAICA has imposed tighter Covid-19 restrictions due to the rapid surge in case numbers and hospitalisations since June 1, said Prime Minister Andrew Holness in a press conference on Aug. 10.

The new restrictions are in effect through Aug. 31.

From Wednesday, August 11 until Tuesday August 31, the new curfew hours will be 7:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Mondays to Fridays; 6:00pm to 5:00am on Saturdays; and 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. on Sundays. Mr. Holness said that closing hours for establishments will generally be one hour before curfew begins.

The Prime Minister pointed out that the revised strategy of the government is to now “gradually ease in” the tighter measures.

“For various reasons, we have analysed how we have implemented measures in the past and … have heard the concerns, criticisms and suggestions of our stakeholders who have said that the implementation of tighter measures steeply sometimes causes congestion and panic,” he said.

Gradually adjusting the curfew hours has provided persons with enough notice to enable them to rearrange their business hours, stock purchase items, schedule

appointments and make other adjustments in preparation for the changes.

The Prime Minister warned, however, that while the government has not yet implemented a “no movement day”, it is possible.”

“In fact, no movement days, if the numbers do not show signs of improving, will probably come two weeks from now. So we are gradually easing in tighter measures so that people can prepare and have enough time to adjust their scheduling and so forth,” he said.

Announcing tightening of other measures, Mr. Holness said that beaches which are not under management or control are to be closed. The beaches that remain open will operate under the existing protocols and subject to tighter operating hours of 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm Mondays to Saturdays; and 6:00 am to 1:00 p.m. on Sundays.

In addition, rivers will be restricted to domestic use and river rafting only, in accordance with the established protocols. The operating hours will be the same as for beaches.

Mr. Holness further said that places of worship will be restricted to having no more than 50 persons in physical attendance including clergy and support personnel. No crusades,

Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced additional COVID-19 restrictions this week.

conferences or conventions will be permitted.

“The 50 persons limit is still subject to the physical distance rule.

So if your church, in applying [the] one (person) to 40 square feet rule, can only accommodate 30 persons, then 30 is your limit. [But] If your

church, in applying the physical distancing rule could accommodate 200 persons, 50 is your limit,” Mr. Holness explained. (JIS.Gov)

Bahamas Immigration Minister has Covid BAHAMAS Immigration Minister Elsworth Johnson has confirmed he has tested positive for COVID-19.

Mr Johnson, who is vaccinated against the virus, said he has mild symptoms.

“I am truly grateful to God for His unmerited favour to my family and I,” he told The Tribune on Tuesday.

“Stay safe, be careful, practice the protocols and get vaccinated.

I am advised that my symptoms were mild because I am fully vaccinated.”

This comes as attorney Wayne Munroe was discharged from Doctors Hospital yesterday amid his battle with COVID-19.

“This morning I am happy to announce that I will be discharged from hospital,” Mr Munroe said in a statement. “Again I would like to thank the hardworking team at Doctors Hospital led by Dr Kevin Moss for the care I have received. I will continue my outpatient care at home in isolation until I have fully recovered.”

Last week, Mr Munroe revealed he was admitted to hospital after his doctor grew concerned with his oxygen level. He told The Tribune:

“I have a priest who is a doctor, Dr Roland Hamilton, and I let him take a rapid antigen test that came back negative. I took a PCR test the same time and Dr Hamilton came and tested my oxygen level and said my oxygen level was 91 or something like that and so he felt that must be COVID despite the antigen test.

“He asked us to get oxygen for our home. We did that. Over the course of the evening the oxygen was running out and the oxygen wasn’t what he liked so I was brought here and admitted here.

“They did a CT scan of my lung.

They say it is inflamed or something like that and that based on what they see, the treatment is drugs, steroids, that kind of thing. They’re not looking at (intubation) or anything like that,” he said at the time.

Mr Munroe, the Progressive Liberal Party’s candidate for Freetown, has previously voiced his opposition to COVID-19 vaccines, stating he had no plans to get vaccinated. He recently told a local daily that despite his diagnosis, he still had no plans to get the shot.

Meanwhile, former Deputy Prime

Elsworth Johnson, who is vaccinated against the virus, said he has mild symptoms.

Minister Cynthia “Mother” Pratt also told The Tribune last week she is doing better after her fight with the virus.

She was discharged from the

Kendall Regional Hospital in Florida last week and is expected to return home this week. She was in hospital for 11 days.

“The medication had to set in

and you had to do all these different tests and stuff like that,” she said.

“Six different medical doctors were dealing with me and all of them had their portfolios.” (Tribune242)

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Sixth Atlantic storm hints at above-average hurricane season METEOROLOGISTS have named the sixth Atlantic storm of 2021, hinting at an above-average season ahead.

The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) earlier this week bestowed the name Tropical Storm Fred on a low pressure system barrelling through the Caribbean.

The sixth named storm of the year usually forms at the end of August.

In early July, Tropical Storm Elsa became the earliest fifth named storm on record.

In the month since, the Atlantic has been very quiet. But we’re now entering what are historically the busiest months of the season.

Tropical Storm Fred is likely to remain a tropical storm as it moves towards Cuba and Florida later in the week.

While this season is not expected be as active as the 2020 recordbreaking season, when the Greek alphabet was used to name storms for only the second time, forecasters are confident that it will still be a busy season.

“A mix of competing oceanic and atmospheric conditions generally favour above-average activity for the remainder of the Atlantic hurricane season, including the potential return of La Niña in the months

ahead,” said Matthew Rosencrans, lead seasonal hurricane forecaster at Noaa’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC) in College Park, Maryland.

La Niña and a counterpart - El Niño - are climate patterns in the Pacific Ocean that can affect weather worldwide. During La Niña, trade winds are stronger than usual, pushing more warm water toward Asia. El Niño has the opposite effect.

In a recent update to the seasonal forecast, experts at the CPC increased the expected number of storms, hurricanes and major hurricanes by a small amount based on the latest atmospheric and Atlantic ocean conditions.

In their early August update, forecasters at Colorado State University in Fort Collins actually reduced the number of named storms expected from 20 to 18.

However, “overall, we still think that we will have an aboveaverage season, just slightly less active than anticipated last month”, Phillip Klotzbach, a research scientist at Colorado State told BBC Weather.

Tropical storm formation requires a number of different environmental parameters, such as a sea surface temperature above 26C and weak wind shear to come together.

Fred is expected to hit the US later as a tropical storm.

Forecasters look at these elements, along with larger natural climatic patterns such as El Niño and La Niña, to make predictions.

The above average forecast is therefore in part due to slightly warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic and wind shear anomalies over the Caribbean

Thousands march in Barbados against vaccine coercion ALMOST 2,000 people, mostly dressed in white, took to the streets of Bridgetown this morning to show their disapproval of mandatory and coerced vaccination in Barbados.

They walked from Pelican Village to Independence Square in about 40 minutes.

The walk started at 9 a.m. and along the journey, some people carried placards while others shouted “We have rights”, “We ain’t taking the vaccine” and quoted lyrics from Bob Marley’s Stand Up For Your Rights.

Motorists honked their horns in support of the activity as the walkers passed through lower and upper Broad Street.

At the end of the route, student minister of the Nation of Islam, Abdul Rahman, who is a part of the organising body of the walk – the Barbados Concerned Citizens Against Mandated and Coerced Vaccination (BCCAMCV) – gave a

speech and shortly afterwards police asked the crowd to disburse just before 10 a.m.

However, a large section of the crowd decided to extend the protest.

Hundreds of people left Independence Square, heading to Jubilee Gardens, where they circled and went onto Tudor Street.

A number of police officers followed the group.

The walkers eventually ended up on Harbour Road where two of the popular members of the Rastafarian Progressive Movement – Lumumba Batson and Emmanuel Beryllia – were pulled aside for a few minutes.

A swarm of police officers arrived at the scene including members of the task force.

After pausing in that area for a while, the walkers continued to Pelican Village, where they eventually dispersed. (Barbados Nation)

The protesters were peaceful.

and tropical Atlantic that are slightly weaker than normal.

There is a potential return to La Niña conditions in the months ahead, which would also signal to increased tropical storm development.

How will climate change impact the hurricane season?

With warmer oceans you get more

fuel for a tropical storm or hurricane to develop.

In the UN’s latest IPCC report which details the latest thinking in climate science - it says of tropical cyclones: “It is likely that the frequency of rapid intensification in tropical cyclones has increased globally over the last 40 years.”

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The Mediterranean heatwave has led to the spread of wildfires across southern Italy.

Italy may have registered Europe’s hottest temperature on record Some 569,100 cases were pending in July, Home Office data shows.

Half a million EU citizens await decision over right to stay in UK MORE than half a million EU citizens are still awaiting a decision over UK settled status after a surge of applications before the June deadline Some 569,100 cases were pending in July, Home Office data shows.

Lawyers have warned that delays can last weeks, leaving some EU nationals unable to work or rent.

The Home Office says it has deployed extra resources to deal with applications and most noncomplex cases are decided within five working days.

After Brexit, the automatic right for EU citizens and their families to live and work in the UK ended.

Instead, EU citizens had to apply for legal permission to remain under what is known as the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). total of 6,015,400 applications were made between the launch of

the scheme in March 2019 and the closing date of 30 June 2021.

Another 58,200 applications came in after the deadline, figures up to 31 July show.

Poland was the nation with the highest number of applications at 1,091,500, followed by Romania with 1,067,200 and Italy with 545,600.

‘PREDICAMENT’ Following a surge in applications ahead of the 30 June deadline, the government increased the number of caseworkers and resolution agents to respond to queries.

However, Bhavneeta Limbachia, an immigration lawyer at RussellCooke solicitors, has warned of delays in issuing EU citizens with a Certificate of Application.

This is the document required to

demonstrate an individual still has the right to live and work in the UK. “This bottleneck in the system is failing EU nationals, especially when employment has had to be temporarily suspended,” she said.

“The delay is also prejudicial to landlords and employers, who are left in a predicament when assessing whether an applicant is legally permitted to continue renting or working in the UK.” Immigration minister Kevin Foster said anyone who makes a late application will receive temporary protection until it is concluded.

“I’m delighted thousands more EU citizens have had their status secured through our hugely successful EU Settlement Scheme and we continue to work as quickly as possible to conclude all applications received,” Mr Foster said. (BBC)

THE Italian island of Sicily may have registered the hottest temperature ever recorded in Europe - 48.8C (119.8F).

Regional authorities reported the reading, which needs to be verified by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), near Syracuse on Wednesday.

According to the WMO, the current official record in Europe is 48C, registered in Athens, Greece, in 1977.

The latest heatwave in Italy is being caused by an anticyclone nicknamed Lucifer - moving up from Africa.

Anticyclones are areas of high atmospheric pressure where the air is sinking.

Lucifer is forecast to head north across mainland Italy, further raising temperatures in cities including the capital, Rome.

Italy’s health ministry has issued “red” alerts for extreme heat in several regions and the number of cities that face the highest health risk is expected to rise from eight to 15

by Friday.

The Mediterranean heatwave, which has seen some countries record their highest temperatures

in decades, has led to the spread of wildfires across southern Italy, with Sicily, Calabria and Puglia the worsthit regions.

Italian firefighters on Wednesday said they had been involved in more than 300 operations in Sicily and Calabria over a 12-hour period, battling through the night to control blazes burning thousands of acres of land.

Three fire-related deaths - two in Calabria and one in Sicily - have been reported by Italian media.

Separately, wildfires are continuing across Greece, fuelled by strong winds and parched vegetation.

Foreign teams are helping to tackle blazes in what Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has described as a “nightmarish summer”.

Climate change increases the risk of the hot, dry weather that is likely to fuel wildfires.

The world has already warmed by about 1.2C since the industrial era began and temperatures will keep rising unless governments around the world make steep cuts to emissions.

On Monday the UN released a major report saying human activity was making extreme weather events more common. (BBC)

Covid: Germany fears thousands got saline, not vaccine from nurse AUTHORITIES in north Germany have asked more than 8,000 people to get repeat Covid vaccinations because a nurse is suspected of having injected saline instead of vaccine in many cases.

Police are investigating the nurse’s actions at a vaccination centre in Friesland, near the North Sea coast.

Initially just six people were believed to have received the harmless salt solution there in March and April.

Many of those affected were aged over 70 - a high-risk group in the pandemic.

Inspector Peter Beer, quoted

by Süddeutsche Zeitung, said the 40-year-old woman had been sharing “corona-critical information” on social media, criticising the government’s restrictions aimed at curbing the virus’s spread.

Regional broadcaster NDR says 8,557 people have been asked to go back for repeat vaccinations, and so far about 3,600 new appointments have been confirmed.

In April the nurse had admitted giving saline to six people to cover up the fact that she had dropped a vaccine vial on the floor.

But as the police investigation unfolded it became clear that many

more people had been given saline instead of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine.

Police are not ruling out that a political motive could have prompted the nurse’s action, though her lawyers have rejected that and they also dispute the reported scale of the saline swap.

More witnesses are being questioned and so far no charges have been reported in the case.

Germany has seen many antivaccination protests.

Far-right groups are among those who reject the official data and conclusions about the spread of Covid. (BBC)

Many of those given the harmless salt solution were in their 70s.

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UK economy rebounds as Covid restrictions ease

Female Indonesian soldiers march during the celebration of the 70th anniversary of Indonesian military on October 05, 2015 in Banda Aceh, Indonesia.

Indonesian army says it has stopped invasive ‘virginity tests’ on female cadets THE Indonesian army has ended a controversial practice of virginity tests on women who apply to become cadets, according to its chief of staff, a move welcomed by activists who have long campaigned against it.

The so-called “two-finger tests,” where doctors check the hymen of female recruits to try to determine their virginity, was systematic, abusive and cruel, according to the New York-based Human Rights Watch (HRW), which conducted investigations in 2014 and 2015 into the practice and in 2017 renewed calls for it to end.

The military previously said the tests were important in determining recruits’ morality. The World Health Organization has said they have “no scientific validity” and the appearance of a hymen was not a reliable indicator of intercourse.

Andika Perkasa, the Indonesian army chief of staff, told reporters

on Tuesday that such tests no longer took place in the army.

“Whether the hymen was ruptured or partially ruptured was part of the examination ... now there’s no more of that,” he said, in comments that were confirmed by a military spokesman.

Andika last month said that the army selection process for male and female recruits must be equal.

The navy conducted pregnancy tests on women applicants, but no specific virginity tests, its spokesperson Julius Widjojono said on Wednesday, adding “both men and women undergo the same examinations.”

Indan Gilang, an air force spokesperson, said female reproduction tests were undertaken to check for cysts or other complications that could impair recruits’ ability to serve, adding that “virginity tests” did not exist in the force’s terminology.

The UK economy grew by 4.8% between April and June, according to official figures, as most businesses emerged from lockdown.

Data from the Office for National Statistics showed that the expansion in gross domestic product (GDP) was fuelled by retail, restaurants and hotels.

Education also boosted the economy as schools reopened in the second quarter.

However, the figure was slightly below the 5% the Bank of England expected.

The UK economy is now 4.4% smaller than it was before the pandemic.

Growth in the second quarter contrasts with the first three months of the year, when the economy shrank by 1.6% while Covid restrictions were still in place.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak told the BBC: “Today’s figures show that the economy is recovering very strongly, exceeding many people’s expectations.

“But I’m not complacent. The economy and our public finances have experienced a significant shock. It is going to take us time to fully recover from that.”

Capital Economics said it expected the economy to return to pre-Covid levels later this year.

“We are comfortable with our view that monthly GDP will return to its February 2020 pre-pandemic size

by October and that the economy may yet surprise most forecasters by emerging from the pandemic without much scarring,” said senior UK economist Ruth Gregory.

Data from the Office for National Statistics showed that the expansion in gross domestic product (GDP) was fuelled by retail, restaurants and hotels.

In April, non-essential retailers reopened, as well as gyms, hairdressers and outdoor dining. In May, pubs, restaurants and cafes were allowed to serve customers indoors, while theatres, galleries and cinemas were allowed to open their doors.

The main driver of growth was consumer spending, which rose by 7.3% over the quarter, ahead of expectations.

At the end of the quarter in June, the monthly growth is estimated at 1%, slightly more than most economists expected.

Pantheon Macroeconomics said that nearly half of the economic expansion in June came from activity in the health sector, “reportedly due primarily to a surge in people visiting their GP”.

Hargreaves Lansdowne said: “Fears that the arrival of the Delta variant and the ‘pingdemic’ that followed might impact growth have

so far not really materialised.”

However, the ONS revised down its figure for May from 0.8% to 0.6% during a month of heavy rainfall.

The UK economy has been supported by the government’s wage support scheme. But from July, employers have had to make contributions to staff wages and the scheme is set to close by the end of September.

Following the release of secondquarter GDP figures, Mr Sunak said the UK had “the fastest quarterly growth rate among the G7 economies”.

But Pantheon Macroeconomics said: “The UK economy almost certainly was the hardest hit by Covid-19 in the G7.”

While UK GDP is still 4.4% smaller than its pre-pandemic level, the US has seen its economy recover, making it 0.8% larger than before Covid.

California dad killed his kids over QAnon and ‘serpent DNA’ conspiracy theories, feds claim A CALIFORNIA surfing school owner who was charged with killing his two children in Mexico is a follower of QAnon and Illuminati conspiracy theories who thought the children “were going to grow into monsters so he had to kill them,” federal officials alleged.

Matthew Taylor Coleman, 40, was charged Wednesday with foreign murder of U.S. nationals in connection with the death of his 2-year-old son and his 10-monthold daughter, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California. Authorities said Coleman confessed to the killings and told the FBI that he used a spear fishing gun to stab them.

A criminal complaint alleges that he told the FBI that he killed his children because he believed they

“were going to grow into monsters” and that conspiracy theories led him to believe that his wife had passed down her “serpent DNA” to the children.

Coleman’s wife, identified only by her initials, contacted Santa Barbara police after her husband had taken the kids out on Saturday but didn’t tell her where they were going, the complaint said. She grew concerned after he failed to respond to her messages, and, knowing that her husband didn’t have a car seat with him, she called police.

A missing person’s report was filed Sunday, and officers asked her to use Apple’s Find My iPhone feature to see whether she could find Coleman, the complaint said.

The program showed Coleman’s last known location in Rosarito, Mexico,

it said.

Police alerted the FBI to the investigation as it became a case of suspected parental kidnapping.

Coleman was detained Monday after an inspection by border protection agents of his van upon his re-entry into the U.S., where agents didn’t see his children and found blood in the vehicle, authorities said.

The complaint alleges that Coleman confessed to the killings upon being interviewed Monday and gave authorities the location of the murder weapon and the discarded bloody clothing. He also identified two bodies recovered by Mexican authorities as those of his children, it said.

A judge ordered that Coleman be held without bond Wednesday and scheduled his arraignment for Aug. 31.

Matthew Taylor Coleman killed his two young children in Mexico.

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Scientists say this invisible gas could seal our fate on climate change SLASHING carbon dioxide emissions is critical to ending the climate crisis. But, for the first time, the UN climate change report emphasised the need to control a more insidious culprit: methane, an invisible, odorless gas with more than 80 times more warming power in the near-term than carbon dioxide.

According to the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the concentration of methane in the atmosphere is higher now than any time in at least 800,000 years.

With Earth rapidly approaching the 1.5-degree-Celsius threshold above preindustrial levels, scientists say methane emissions need to be reduced fast. Charles Koven, a lead author of the IPCC report, said this is due to methane’s incredible warming power.

“The fastest way that we might mitigate some of the climate change that we’re seeing already in the short term is by reducing methane,” Koven told CNN. “If we were to reduce methane emissions, it would act to offset one of these sources of warming.”

If the world stopped emitting carbon dioxide tomorrow, Koven said, global temperatures wouldn’t begin to cool for many years because of how long the gas stays in the

atmosphere. Reducing methane is the easiest knob to turn to change the path of global temperature in the next 10 years, he said.

Methane, the main component of the natural gas we use to fuel our stoves and heat our homes, can be produced in nature by belching volcanoes and decomposing plant matter. But it is also pumped into the atmosphere in much larger amounts by landfills, livestock and the oil and gas industry.

Natural gas has been hailed as a “bridge fuel” that would transition the US to renewable energy because it is more efficient than coal and emits less carbon dioxide when burned. Importantly for industry, natural gas is in abundant supply around the world and is less costly to extract from the ground.

But proponents for this new “cleaner” gas missed a dangerous threat: that it could leak, unburned, into the atmosphere and cause significant warming.

Methane can leak from oil and natural gas wells, natural gas pipelines and the processing equipment itself. According to data from the US Energy Information Administration, the US has thousands of active wells for natural gas, millions of abandoned oil and gas wells, about two million miles

Methane is pumped into the atmosphere in much larger amounts by landfills, livestock and the oil and gas industry.

of natural gas pipelines, and several refineries that process the gas.

One in three Americans lives in a county with oil and gas operations, posing climate and public health risks, according to a report by the Environmental Defense Fund.

Until recently, tracking the location and magnitude of methane leaks was difficult. Now, infrared cameras and advanced satellites can estimate methane emissions around the globe, giving scientists and regulators insight into what’s being released from facilities.

Climatologists at NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration previously told CNN that pernicious changes in the climate system will only intensify unless people stop using fuels that burn and leak greenhouse gases like methane.

“For carbon dioxide, we’ve always known about power plants

and smokestacks and things like that; but with methane, until recent years, we didn’t understand how much an influence a small number of large sources have really had,” Robert Jackson, professor of environmental science at Stanford University, told CNN. “We didn’t understand how long the tail was and how important the super-emitters were for reducing emissions.”

The latest IPCC assessment highlights that scientists now have a better understanding of how much methane is being released by human activity like agriculture and the fossil fuel industry, and how much it contributes to the climate crisis.

Around the world, fossil fuels, agriculture and coal mining are skyrocketing methane emissions.

Nonetheless, the production and sources vary by region. In the North America, a majority -- 14% of total methane emissions -- come from

the oil and gas production followed by livestock at 10%. In China, coal mining is the biggest methane driver, contributing 24% to total emissions.

Though agriculture is a major source of methane, Jackson said the emissions from farming and food production would be harder to tackle.

“There are only certain things we can do with cattle,” Jackson said.

“We can either ask people to stop eating beef or we can try and give cattle feed additives to change the microbes in the chemistry of their guts. But that’s not easy to do for billions of cattle around the world.”

The International Energy Agency estimate that the oil and gas industry around the world can reduce methane by 75% using the technology already available. It also estimates that 40% of the emissions could be reduced without extra costs, since the natural gas captured could then be sold.

(CNN)

‘Smallest baby at birth’ home after 13 months in hospital A BABY thought to be the world’s smallest at birth has been discharged from a Singapore hospital after 13 months of intensive treatment.

Kwek Yu Xuan was just 212g (7.47oz) - the weight of an apple when she was born and measured 24cm long.

She was delivered at just under 25 weeks - far short of the average 40.

The previous record holder was a girl in the US who weighed 245g at birth in 2018, according to the University of Iowa’s Tiniest Babies Registry.

Yu Xuan’s mother gave birth to her by emergency C-section four months early after she was diagnosed with preeclampsia - dangerously high blood pressure that can damage vital organs and be fatal for both mother and baby.

Yu Xuan now weighs a much healthier 6.3kg (14 pounds).

The baby girl had a “limited chance of survival”, according to Singapore’s National University

Yu Xuan who was born four months early by emergency C-section, spent 13 months in the hospital.

Hospital (NUH) where she was born.

“Against the odds, with health

complications present at birth, she has inspired people around her

with her perseverance and growth, which makes her an extraordinary

‘Covid-19’ baby - a ray of hope amid turmoil,” the hospital said in a statement.

During her time in hospital, Yu Xuan was given multiple kinds of treatment and relied on different kinds of machines to survive.

Doctors say her health and development progressed well under their care and she is now well enough to be discharged.

Yu Xuan still has chronic lung disease and will need help with her breathing at home. However, NUH doctors say she is expected to get better with time.

Her mother, Wong Mei Ling, told local media that Yu Xuan’s birth and size came as a shock because her first child - a four-year-old boy - was delivered at term.

Yu Xuan’s parents were able to pay for her long hospital stay through a crowdfunding campaign that raised S$366,884 ($270,601; £195,188).

(BBC)

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Headache was one of the most common symptoms.

Long-lasting Covid-19 symptoms rare in children CHILDREN who become ill with coronavirus rarely experience long-term symptoms, with most recovering in less than a week, research suggests.

King’s College London scientists say that while a small group may experience prolonged illness, they were “reassured” that number was low.

Headaches and tiredness were the most common symptoms seen.

A Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health expert said the data reflected what doctors saw in clinics.

Compared to adults, children are far less at risk of coronavirus.

Many who are infected do not develop symptoms and those that do, tend to have a mild illness.

This peer-reviewed study, published in the Lancet Child and Adolescent Health journal, wanted to understand how Covid affected children and how it compared to other respiratory diseases.

It used data provided by parents or carers to the UK Zoe Covid Study app.

The study looked at 1,734 children, aged between five and 17, who were reported to have developed symptoms and tested positive for Covid between September 2020 and February 2021.

The researchers say it’s very difficult to know how many children were infected during this time period as the four UK nations record data differently, but they estimate more than 400,000 children and young people tested positive.

Fewer than one in 20 (4%) were found to have experienced symptoms for four weeks or more, with one in 50 (2%) having symptoms for more than eight weeks.

The most common symptoms reported were headaches and tiredness. Others included a sore throat and loss of smell.

On average, older children were typically ill for slightly longer than primary school children, with those aged between 12 and 17 taking a week to recover while for younger children the illness lasted five days.

It’s the scientists hope that these findings will reassure families, while also validating those who have experienced prolonged illness.

The team also looked at an equal number of children who had symptoms but tested negative for Covid.

Only a few children - 15 out of 1,734 - had symptoms for at least 28 days, fewer than one in 100.

Emma Duncan, professor of clinical endocrinology at King’s College London who worked on the research, said the “takeaway message” was: “Can children have prolonged illness after Covid-19?

Yes they can, but it’s not common and most of these children get better with time.

“Children can also have prolonged symptoms from other illnesses as well. We need to be looking after all children who have protracted illnesses, irrespective of whether that illness is Covid-19 or anything else.”

Dr Michael Absoud, a consultant in paediatric neurodisability at Evelina London Children’s Hospital and a senior author of the study, says it’s important to listen to families who say their children have symptoms.

“If you are concerned about your child, the first thing you need to do is go to your GP and describe your particular symptoms,” he explains.

“They can provide information or refer you to a paediatrician. It’s important to remember there may be something else going on.

“If they think it is related to Covid, there are NHS clinics dedicated to providing advice on how to approach this. Hopefully they will be properly funded to support this small proportion of children.”

Dr Liz Whittaker, infectious disease lead at the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health who was not involved in the research, said: “This study is reassuring for the majority of children and young people who develop SarsCoV-2 infection, and reflects what paediatricians are seeing in clinical practice.” (BBC)

This image, taken with the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array in Chile, shows the PDS 70 system 400 light-years away

Astronomers spy first moonforming disk around an exoplanet FOR the first time, astronomers have found a disk around a Jupiter-like planet outside of our solar system -the kind of disk where moons could actively be forming.

The disk, known as a circumplanetary disk, was discovered around an exoplanet known as PDS 70c. It’s one of two massive planets similar to Jupiter that orbit a star 400 light-years from Earth.

An international group of astronomers found the disk while observing the planetary system with ALMA, or the Atacama Large Millimetre/submillimeter Array of telescopes in Chile.

The diameter of the disk is large enough that it spans the distance from Earth to the sun and it contains enough mass to form as many as three satellites the size of our moon. The disk is 500 times larger than the massive rings around Saturn.

Researchers thought a moonforming disk may exist around this exoplanet based on previous findings, but it was difficult to distinguish it from the surrounding space environment. Now, the researchers have confirmed its presence with their unambiguous detection.

The study published Thursday in the The Astrophysical Journal Letters.

“Our work presents a clear detection of a disc in which satellites could be forming,” said Myriam Benisty, lead study author and a researcher at the University of Grenoble, France, in a statement.

“Our ALMA observations were obtained at such exquisite resolution that we could clearly identify that the

disc is associated with the planet and we are able to constrain its size for the first time.”

While these findings will help scientists learn more about how moons form in young star systems, they also reveal more about planet formation.

Planets are born when they form from the gas and dust in disks that circle around stars. They grow larger as they take in more material from the disk around the star. Sometimes, this causes a planet to have its own disk of material around it that feeds planet growth.

“These new observations are also extremely important to prove theories of planet formation that could not be tested until now,” said Jaehan Bae, study coauthor and a researcher from the Earth and Planets Laboratory of the Carnegie Institution for Science, in a statement.

The gas and dust in this circumplanetary disk can also grow independently as materials within the disk collide, resulting in the creation of moons. But astronomers still don’t know all of the details when it comes to the birth of planets and their moons.

The two exoplanets in the system, PDS 70b and PDS 70c, were first discovered using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope in Chile in 2018 and 2019. And these exoplanets are still forming, which allows astronomers a unique opportunity to study and observe them as they -- and potential moons -- form.

The latest ALMA observations show that the other Jupiter-like planet in the system, PDS 70b, does

not have its own disk, which means that the other planet likely stole that material for itself.

Future observations of the system will allow astronomers a better 3D look at PDS 70c.

“More than 4000 exoplanets have been found until now, but all of them were detected in mature systems.

PDS 70b and PDS 70c, which form a system reminiscent of the Jupiter-Saturn pair, are the only two exoplanets detected so far that are still in the process of being formed,” said Miriam Keppler, study coauthor and researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Astronomy in Germany, in a statement.

This research is also intriguing to astronomers because exomoons, or moons located around planets outside of our solar system, have proven elusive so far. Detecting exoplanets is difficult; trying to find moons around them is even more arduous because they are smaller and fainter.

However, finding disks where these moons could form around exoplanets is an exciting new way of studying these satellites -- and could even help scientists understand more about how our own moon formed.

“In the last two decades, we have discovered planet-forming disks around young stars,” said Thomas Henning, study coauthor and Max Planck Institute for Astronomy director, in a statement. “Now we are taking on the new challenge of studying the disks around young planets. Our ALMA observations of circumplanetary disks are a big step in this direction.” (CNN)

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26295

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26333

South District, Salt Cay Is seeking to employ

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Duties: Help the cook, Clean Dishes, Mop and Clean floors, keep records Of all stocks.

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East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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26328

Duties: Regular housekeeping which includes Cleaning, mopping sweeping, and care for a disabled person and any other Chores as needed.

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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: $6.50 hourly

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HOLIDAY CONSTRUCTION BARRACK HILL ROAD GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

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Duties: To mix mortar, Help skilled worker lay Bricks and stone, form and pour concrete.

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Rigby Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

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Duties: To Install Structures and fixtures, Doors, Windows, install roofing System and must be able to use electrical tools. Salary: $8.00 per hour

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

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Location: Providenciales Nature and Span of Control Reports to: Office Administrator Position reporting to: Cleaning staff REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERTISE/SKILLS:

• • • • •

This position requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills High School Diploma with external pass in English Capable of typing at a reasonable word-per-minute rate Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one year formal work experience preferably in a professional office environment • Efficient in use of office equipment and IT WORKING CONDITIONS

• Incumbent works approximately 35-40 hrs. weekly, occasionally having to put in additional hours to meet deadlines.

• Hours of work: Regular government hours • Work is performed in an executive office environment but entails occasional courier duties, hence the employee must possess a valid driver’s licence Accountability/Responsibility for independent Actions • Receiving and registering incoming correspondence.

• Registering and dispatching outbound correspondence.

• Communication- receiving incoming calls or other information that needs dissemination.

• Attention to Detail - Performing data processing, writing letters, Scanning/ Photocopying, faxing, courier, sorting mail, and filing documents.

• Maintaining archive files • Assessing and managing office miscellaneous items.

• Managing the notice board.

TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES

Must be proficient with computers and comfortable with using office equipment including fax machines, copiers, scanners, and multi-line phone systems.

The incumbent is required to use basic office equipment and software PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

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The incumbent is effectively performing her duties when: Office is manned at published hours/times Cleaning staff is properly supervised Mails are delivered or picked-up in a timely manner Filings are done in a timely and satisfactory manner Duties are carried out in a timely and satisfactory manner

Deadline for submission: 20th August 2021

styling hair, though they may also provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 344-3138

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26298

DOMESTIC WORKER

TROPICAL BAR

Front Road, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

COOK

CONTACT: 231-1474

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: $7.50 hourly

P.O. Box 433, Providenciales Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26261

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

3 years’ experience working with villa rental turnover protocols, covid procedures evening and weekend work a must. English and Spanish required. Car required. Salary: $6.50 hourly

EMAIL: TRANQUILITYTCI@GMAIL.COM

VANS TIRE SHOP

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

CARPENTER

Follow blueprints and building plans to meet the needs of clients. Install structures and fixtures, such as windows and molding.

Measure, cut, or shape wood, plastic, and other materials. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 232-7177

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CONTACT: 241-0426

26338

RASHENA FORBES

East Suburbs, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

Duties: To clean home

by Sweeping, mopping and Dusting and ensure all Bathrooms are clean. Salary: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 231-1664

Belongers are encouraged To submit a copy of their Resume to the Labour Office. This position is held by a work Permit holder.

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BRENDA LIGHTBOURNE

ALICIA MALCOLM

LABOURER Duties: To clean and

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

maintain premises to move freight stock shelves, assist customers and any other chores as assigned.

SALARY: $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 241-1632

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular housekeeping which includes Cleaning, mopping sweeping, cleaning tables, and helping with kitchen workers and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5756

The Ridge, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping sweeping, cleaning tables, and helping with kitchen workers and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 431-4905

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. This Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 26331

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 26334

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

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E & V CONSTRUCTION

E & V CONSTRUCTION

FRANKLYN WILLIAMS SR

PAINTER Duties: Scraping,

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Address to: Mr. Peter Forbes, Managing Director, TCI Civil Aviation Authority awilliams.caa@tciway.tc and athomas.caa@tciway.tc Salary Scale grade 1: $24,540.00

cleaning, Priming and painting buildings. SALARY: $8.00 per hour.

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CONTACT: 242-1358

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TRANQUILITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT #17 SAILFISH LANE, VENETIAN ROAD, PROVO Is seeking a

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping sweeping, cleaning tables, and helping with kitchen workers and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-1358

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 26332

North Back Salina, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping sweeping, cleaning tables, and helping with kitchen workers and any other Chores as needed. SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 245-0724

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

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Johnny Depp’s film festival awards insulting, domestic abuse charities say LEADING domestic abuse charities have criticised two major European film festivals for deciding to honour Johnny Depp at their forthcoming events.

Depp, who lost a libel case last year over an article that called him a “wife beater”, will be feted at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival later this month.

The US actor and director is also due to receive the San Sebastian Film Festival’s Donostia award in September.

The Women’s Aid Federation said this was disrespectful to abuse survivors.

Solace Women’s Aid, another charity that is one of its member organisations, said such awards were “misleading” and “insulting”.

The San Sebastian Film Festival in northern Spain announced on Monday that Depp would receive its “highest honorary award” on 22 September.

It hailed Depp as “one of contemporary cinema’s most talented and versatile actors” with a reputation for playing “almost always misfits”.

On Tuesday, the Karlovy Vary Film Festival in the Czech Republic said it would pay its own tribute to the actor’s “extensive career and lasting legacy”.

It described him as a “multifaceted artist” and “icon of the contemporary cinema” whom it was “thrilled” to honour at the festival, which runs from 20 to 28 August.

Depp appears with Japanese actress Minami (left) in Minamata.

Depp denied assaulting his exwife Amber Heard, but a High Court judge last year ruled that The Sun newspaper’s article was “substantially true”. It was not a criminal trial.

Sophie Francis-Cansfield, campaigns and policy manager at Women’s Aid, said: “When a perpetrator is celebrated, allowing them to continue to garner success and public approval suggests that abuse is acceptable and does not matter.

“Survivors must be believed and supported. It is crucial that survivors know that their experiences will be taken seriously and that abuse will not be tolerated by anyone.”

A TERRIBLE MESSAGE’ In her response to the Spanish announcement, Solace’s public affairs manager Erin Mansell said: “When perpetrators of domestic abuse are lauded for their professional achievements in spite of evidence they have assaulted current or former partners, it sends a misleading message to survivors that the abuse doesn’t matter.

“The decision to award this lifetime achievement prize is particularly insulting in the wake of a year where domestic abuse spiralled under conditions needed to address a global pandemic.”

Respect, which runs a charity helpline for domestic abuse

perpetrators, said in June it had seen a 27% rise in the number of calls it had received since the first UK lockdown.

The San Sebastian Film Festival’s decision to honour Depp has also been criticised by the Association of Female Filmmakers and Audiovisual Media, a professional association based in Madrid.

“This speaks very badly of the festival and its leadership and transmits a terrible message to the public,” its president Cristina Andreu told the Associated Press.

FANS REMAIN DESPITE CAREER DOWNTURN Depp’s career has suffered since

his unsuccessful attempt to sue The Sun. The 58-year-old was replaced in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, and another film, a biopic entitled Minamata, has yet to receive a US release.

In a letter last month, reprinted in Deadline, Minamata director Andrew Levitas accused the MGM studio of being “concerned... the personal issues of an actor in the film could reflect negatively upon them”.

However, Minamata, in which Depp plays the renowned photojournalist W Eugene Smith, will be released in UK cinemas this week by Vertigo Releasing.

Another of Depp’s films, crime thriller City of Lies, received a minimal release this year, 30 months after having its original release postponed.

Depp continued to be employed

by Christian Dior after the court ruling, appearing in advertising campaigns for its Sauvage cologne.

He also maintains a devoted and passionate fanbase that posts regularly on social media using the hashtag #JusticeForJohnnyDepp.

One Twitter user said the festival accolades showed “producers and directors across Europe would be more than happy to work with Johnny in the near future”.

Many of his supporters are calling for a boycott of the third Fantastic Beasts film and of the 2022 Aquaman sequel, in which Heard is set to appear. (BBC)

Berry broke her ribs while filming new movie as disgraced MMA fighter in ‘Bruised’ HALLE Berry literally went for “broke” for her latest role.

The Academy Award-winning actress, who makes her directorial debut with Netflix’s “Bruised” this fall, recently revealed just how far she was willing to go to ensure her passion project crossed the finish line.

Berry said she broke two ribs on the first day of filming the movie, in which she portrays a disgraced MMA fighter. She quickly specified they weren’t the same ribs she fractured while filming 2019’s “John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum.”

“When you break something, it calcifies and it’s stronger. You don’t usually break the same bones twice,” the “Monster’s Ball” star explained to Entertainment Weekly, adding that she chose to work through the pain because,

during “Parabellum,” her injury caused production to come to a halt.

“I told the director about it, they told the insurance. We had to shut down for months and it was a big ordeal,” Berry recalled. “On this, because it was an independent movie, we didn’t have a big budget. The director in me said, ‘I didn’t come this far and work this hard to go home.’”

Eric Brown, who worked as the stunt coordinator for “Bruised,” was impressed by the 54-year-old beauty’s determination. “[It was] kind of a crazy injury.

But that was just her intensity,” Brown told the outlet. “Halle’s a special case. I’ve worked with tons of actors, and almost none of them have that kind of work ethic.”

Elsewhere in the article, Berry — who made history in 2002 as

Halle Berry on the red carpet (inset) and in the film, “Bruised.”

the first Black woman to win the Oscar for best actress, revealed that “it was surprising” she wasn’t offered more movie roles did not immediately pour in after her

historic feat.

“When you have a historic win like that, you think, ‘Oh, this is going to fundamentally change.’ It did fundamentally change me, but

it did not change my place in the business overnight. I still had to go back to work. I still had to try to fight to make a way out of no way,” she said.

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Beyoncé recounts struggles with insomnia, dieting: ‘Your body tells you everything you need to know’ BEYONCÉ opened up about the health struggles she has faced during her time in the spotlight, and in her time at home as a mother.

Speaking to Harper’s Bazaar as the cover of Icons issue, the “Black is King” artist spoke about the important roles that mental and physical health have played in her life.

“I think like many women, I have felt the pressure of being the backbone of my family and my company and didn’t realise how much that takes a toll on my mental and physical well-being,” the 39-year-old said. “I have not always made myself a priority.”

The star continued to describe her experiences in greater detail.

“I’ve personally struggled with insomnia from touring for more than half of my life. Years of wear and tear on my muscles from dancing in heels. The stress on my hair and skin, from sprays and dyes to the heat of a curling iron and wearing heavy makeup while sweating on stage.”

Beyoncé went on to add that her years of touring the world have taken a physical toll on her, but has allowed her to “pick up many secrets and techniques... to look my best for every show.”

However, there were many

Beyoncé said that she has struggled with insomnia from touring for more than half of her life.

occasions that she did not take care of herself as she does now.

“In the past, I spent too much

time on diets,” Beyoncé continued, adding that she used to have a “misconception that self-care

meant exercising and being overly conscious of my body.”

In the past like before her 2018

Coachella performance, Beyoncé was on a diet of “no bread, no carbs, no sugar, no dairy, no meat, no fish, no alcohol,” according to the video documenting her diet in 2019.

With a new attitude, the mother of three now approaches her diet in a more meaningful and healthy way.

“My health, the way I feel when I wake up in the morning, my peace of mind, the number of times I smile, what I’m feeding my mind and my body — those are the things that I’ve been focusing on,” she said.

While in quarantine, Beyoncé placed a lot of her focus toward her mental health.

“I’m learning to break the cycle of poor health and neglect, focusing my energy on my body and taking note of the subtle signs that it gives me. Your body tells you everything you need to know, but I’ve had to learn to listen,” she said. “It’s a process to change habits and look past the bag of chips and the chaos everywhere!”

Most importantly to the singer is the example she is setting for her children.

“I’m so happy that my daughters will have the example of those rituals from me,” she concluded.

(NYDailynews)

Jeopardy selects two permanent hosts

LONG-RUNNING US quiz programme Jeopardy has picked two new permanent hosts to replace presenter Alex Trebek, who died of cancer last year.

Programme producer Mike Richards and Big Bang Theory actress Mayim Bialik will share presenting duties, Sony Pictures announced on Wednesday.

The new season of the trivia game show - where contestants must answer clues “in the form of a question” - will debut on 13 September.

It will be the programme’s 38th season.

Mr Richards will also continue in his role as executive producer of the series, Sony said in a statement, as well as remain producer of game show Wheel of Fortune. He served as guest host in the winter of last year, as the show introduced a rotating roster of presenters to try

Programme producer Mike Richards (right) and Big Bang Theory actress Mayim Bialik will share presenting duties.

out for the top job.

Ms Bialik will lead “primetime and spinoff series, including the upcoming all-new Jeopardy! National College Championship set to air on ABC next year, as the studio looks to extend the Jeopardy! franchise to new platforms,” Sony added.

Ms Bialik who is a trained neuroscientist, also hosted the programme for two weeks, along with celebrity journalists Katie Couric and George Stephanopoulos, and past Jeopardy winner Ken Jennings.

In Sony’s statement, Mr Richards praised Trebek, who

died at the age of 80 last year from pancreatic cancer after hosting the show for over three decades.

“Alex believed the game itself and the contestants are the most important aspects of the show,” he said. “I was fortunate to witness his professionalism, intensity and

kindness up close and that will serve as the ultimate blueprint as we continue to produce the show we love.”

Ms Bialik called the chance to host the iconic game show one of the “most exciting and surreal opportunities of my life”. (BBC)

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Rapper Yella Beezy was also busted on weapons charges in February, which he reportedly claimed was a set-up.

The Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter’s “Blinding Rapper Yella Beezy Lights” has spent 87 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100. busted on weapons and The Weeknd’s ‘Blinding Lights’ poised to set drug charges in Texas

MARKIES Deandre Conway, better known as recording artist Yella Beezy, was arrested in Texas on misdemeanor gun and felony drug charges Wednesday, TMZ reports.

The “That’s on Me” rapper was also busted on weapons charges in February, which he reportedly claimed was a set-up. On Tuesday night, he posted video of police searching an SUV on social media.

“They stay fwm,” he captioned that footage. That’s short for “f--k with me.”

When Yella Beezy was pulled over in Dallas earlier this year, he said police said they smelled marijuana, but didn’t find any in his vehicle. They did find a gun. His manager said that all of the 29-year-old Dallas native’s weapons are registered.

The Dallas Morning News reported in October 2018 that Yella Beezy had been shot three times while driving through Lewisville, Texas. Police said more than a dozen shots were fired at his vehicle. (NYDailynews)

record for most weeks on Billboard Hot 100 THE Weeknd is poised to make more music history.

The Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter’s “Blinding Lights” has spent 87 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, tying the run of Imagine Dragons’ 2012 alternative rock song “Radioactive.”

Released in November 2019, the infectious track first entered the popular music chart at No. 11 but went on to have a four-week run in the No. 1 spot the following spring.

According to Billboard, “Blinding Lights,” has rewritten the records for the most time spent in the top five (43 weeks), top 10 (57 weeks), top 20 (78 weeks) and Top 40 (83 weeks).

The track is currently No. 16.

Next week, “Blinding Lights” — which the Canadian pop crooner performed during his meme-generating Super Bowl LV halftime show — will give The Weeknd the record-breaking

distinction.

The top 10 music acts who stayed in the Billboard Hot 100 for more than a year include Carrie Underwood (2007’s “Before He Cheats), Jewel (1997’s “You Were Meant for Me/Foolish Games”), Adele (“Rolling in the Deep”), LMFA (“Party Rock Anthem”), One Republic (“Counting Stars”), LeAnn Rimes (“How Do I Live”), Jason Mraz (“I’m Yours”), and Awolnation (“Sail”).

Instagram says sorry for removing Pedro Almodovar film poster INSTAGRAM’S owner Facebook has reversed a ban on a poster for Spanish director Pedro Almodovar’s new film, showing a nipple producing a drop of milk.

Javier Jaen, who designed the advert for Madres Paralelas (Parallel Mothers), had said the platform “should be ashamed” for its “censorship”.

The social media company has now apologised for removing the poster.

Facebook said it had made an exception to its usual ban on nudity because of the “clear artistic context”.

The film, which will open the Venice Film Festival on 1 September, stars Penelope Cruz as one of two women whose paths cross in hospital as they prepare to

give birth.

The promotional image was made to look like an eyeball producing a teardrop.

A Facebook spokesperson said: “We initially removed several instances of this image for breaking our rules against nudity.

“We do, however, make exceptions to allow nudity in certain circumstances, which includes when there’s clear artistic context.

“We’ve therefore restored posts sharing the Almodovar movie poster to Instagram, and we’re really sorry for any confusion caused.”

Some social media users had circulated the offending image in defiance of the original ban.

Jaen offered “a million thanks”

Pedro Almodovar’s latest film reunites him with Penelope Cruz, who has starred in many of his movies.

to everyone who had done so and also thanked Almodovar and his El Deseo production company for their “courage, integrity and freedom”.

El Deseo declined to comment when approached by he AFP news

agency.

Last year, a beauty therapist who draws tattoos for women and men who have lost breasts through a mastectomy was stopped from posting pictures of her work on

Facebook ads.

A Facebook spokesperson said the site allowed images of postmastectomy areola tattoos on a page or profile but not within advertising. (BBC)

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JOB LISTINGS SERVICES AUTO SALES REAL ESTATE ARNISIQUA SELVER

of South School Lane, Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC HELPER

246-7382. On behalf of our clients

Whitby, North Caicos

Salary is $6,25 per hour. Interested persons may

HELPER (RENEWAL)

CONTACT 16492457932

FOOT PRINTS ON THE BEACH

Belongers are encouraged to send copies of applications to Labour Department. This post is currently filled by a work permit holder.

26239

ARNOLD SIMMONS

Apt #1, Building #59 Black Crow Norway and Five Cays, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 245-4898

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26208

Rate … $6.50 hr Description: A variety of tasks, cleaning yard

Grace Bay, Providenciales

BUTLER SUPERVISOR (RENEWAL) Rate … $2,500.00

Fax: 946-4661

Email: tcnews@tciway.tc

Website: tcweeklynews.com

SENIOR COMMERCIAL AND CONVEYANCING LAWYER

CLOVERLEAF AGENCY

SHARRINGTON FORBES

946-4664

monthly Description: Preparing foods and overseeing dinner parties

Applicants must have a history of handling substantial real estate and business transactions, and a proven ability to attract HNW clients.

Level of responsibility requires at least 15 years’ PQE.

CLOVERLEAF EMPLOYMENT AGENCY

Whitby, North Caicos

2 LIVE IN HOUSEKEEPER

Rate: $1,800.00 monthly Description: Attending to guest, making beds, cleaning

26240

ASSOCIATED MEDICAL 5A Windwood Drive, Leeward Highway

DOMESTIC WORKER Cleaner required for medical clinic Hours: 36 per week to suit needs of business. Wages: $10.00 per hour.

This position is for renewal however interested Belongers can submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department EMAIL: AMP@TCIWAY.TC OR FAX: 649-946-4942 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE CLOSING DATE AUGUST 25TH, 2021 24906

The position is occupied by a work permit holder.

Salary is over $100k p.a., negotiable.

Send applications to SAVORY & CO. Regent House, F205, Grace Bay, Providenciales Email reception@savory-co.com • Fax 946 4848

Applicants who are Islanders are invited to send a copy of their application to the Immigration Board.

26238

BRENTON SMITH NORTH CAICOS Is looking for a

LABOURER The successful

applicant will be responsible for the upkeep of the yard, salary will be $6.25 per hour. Work hours are 8am – 5pm.

POSITIONS IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT CONTACT: 649-242-0371

26183

JERKY’S RESTAURANT Back Road, Blue Hills Is seeking a

WAITRESS

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

CONTACT: 243-3645

This position is held by a work permit holder Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board 26188

WAWA EXPRESSION MOBILE CAR WASH NEW AIRPORT ROAD PROVIDENCIALES Telephone: 348-6953

LABOUR/CAR WASHER:

applying soap to clean the outside, scrapping loose dirt, cleaning tires, rinsing with a hose, Drying, dusting and vacuuming the interiors, removing trash, cleaning seats, and polishing interiors and exterior of the vehicle.

Salary: $6.50 per hour RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

26237

RACHELLE SENAT DESRONVILLES

Address: over back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: His job is to sweep the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, living room, laundering sheets.

Salary: $6. 00per hourly

CONTACT: (649) 241 12 09

Belongers are encouraged to send copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 26185

TATTOO ARTIST IS URGENTLY LOOKING FOR A

FLORIST Applicant must have experience as a Floral Assistant or Florist. Must have extensive knowledge of tropical flowers, foliage and potted plants, including their names, seasonal availability and lifespan. Candidates must have experience using current styles in floral design while at the same time understanding the traditional use of certain flowers for weddings, funerals etc. salary commensurate with experience.

CONTACT: 231-3788

TATS N TINGS

Applicant must have 5 years experience tattooing, certifications for handling blood borne pathogens, sharps, health and safety practices in tattooing.

Must be experienced with all standard health laws for tattooing and piercing.

Applicant will be in charge of all tattooing, inventory and ordering materials, organizing schedule, receiving payments and opening/closing. Applicant will be scheduled to work 40-44 hours per week. Must be willing to work 7 days a week if needed.

Remuneration for this position with be at 50% commission based on revenue from tattoos or, should the commission generated not amount to $1,600 in any month worked, $1,600 basic salary per month.

This position is currently held by a Work Permit holder, belongers need only apply.

Applications along with certifications, resume and police record can be dropped off at Tats N Tings, Unit 2 Caicos Cafe Plaza, Grace Bay, PLS, via email to tatsntings@gmail.com or to the TCI Labour Board. Any questions about employment opportunities can also be directed to Renee at (649) 432-0507. 26218

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August 14-20, 2021 ROBERT’S AGENCY Acting on behalf of

K.A.S. CUTS

Pond Street, Grand Turk

SALT CAY BUILDING SERVICES LTD. SOUTH DISTRICT SALT CAY Is seeking to employ a

BARBER

M.B VARIETY STORE

#41 FIVE CAYS ROAD. 241-2043

LABOURER

- $6.25 HOURLY Stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store.

DENISE ELMERICH

Sunshine Crescent, Grace Bay 231-1114

LABOURER

- $6.50 hourly Cleaning the property, pick up yard waste, dispose of trash, etc.

NICOLA ROBERTS

Duties: Welcome clients and engage them in conversation to determine their needs.

Cut, Trim hair and beards or Giving shaves. Assume responsibility for The maintenance of Instruments and work Station. SALARY: $8.00 per hour

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain Premises of all job sites and assisting skill workers and any Other chores as assigned.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-1400

Palm Circle, Leeward Palms 241-2043

LABOURER

- $6.50 hourly Clean yard, water plants, cut grass.

Belongers only apply Work permit renewals

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

26220

CONTACT: 231-6663

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 26221

WENDY SEYMOUR EAST SUBURBS GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain Premises collect and dispose of Trash and debris and any Other chores as assigned.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 243-0692

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder. 26224

ACE PLUMBING

ACE PLUMBING

#21 BUTTERFLY CLOSE

#21 BUTTERFLY CLOSE

1PLUMBER (FIRST TIME)

4 PLUMBER HELPER

• Install, repair, piping, fixtures, appliances etc.

• Must be able to work without supervision.

• Work 5 days a week.

• SALARY $7.00 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 649-245-8046

QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ASKED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR DEPARTMENT 26244

RENEWALS DUTIES: INSTALLING, FITTING, CUTTING PLUMBING PIPES. SALARY $7.00 PER HOUR

1PLUMBER

RENEWALS • Install, repair, piping, fixtures, appliances etc.

• Must be able to work without supervision.

• Work 5 days a week.

• SALARY $15.00 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 649-245-8046

QUALIFIED BELONGERS ARE ASKED TO SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT

26243

CBMS

131 South Dock Road. Is seeking to fill the position of a

Heavy Duty Machinery Operator The successful candidate must be trained and certified to operate the equipment assigned with a minimum of 15 years of equipment specific experience.

• Equipment includes excavator, bulldozers, backhoes, compactors, articulated dump trucks or front-end loaders to excavate, move and grade earth.

• Operate equipment with both CAT and John Deere controls.

• Maintain and perform minor equipment repair in addition to other duties.

• Operator will need experience with creating canals, road and subdivision infrastructures.

• Experience following plans, stakes and level for cut and fill.

• Available to work weekends and holidays.

Salary: $15 per hour

CONTACT: 941-3400

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must send a copy of their resume to the Labour Department.

26216

ALPHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alpha Christian Academy is seeking

QUALIFIED PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS Newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers are welcome to apply.

QUALIFICATIONS • Must be a Christian Believer.

• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Teaching (Secondary) • Associate Degree minimum requirement for Primary.

• Be an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join a dedicated, well-established team of teachers within our successful school to • (Experience using the A Beka Curriculum a plus but not required) In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the successful candidates will demonstrate essential professional characteristics and in particular will: • Inspire trust and confidence in students, parents and colleagues.

• Ensure consistent high quality curriculum delivery and learning outcomes for students.

• Maintain high standards in planning, classroom delivery and the use of assessment.

• Be committed to creating a stimulating, learning environment for the students.

• Be ambitious about young children and their education.

• Promote the wider aspirations and values of the school.

Salary Range -$ 15,000K – 23,000K

The Turks and Caicos Islands oldest and leading publishing house is in need of additional staff to fill the following posts:

WRITERS/ PHOTO JOURNALIST

Candidates must have at least five (5) years’ experience working full-time for daily newspapers and/or news/features magazines, reporting on hard news, features and parliamentary/court proceedings. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

FOR MAGAZINES AND OTHER PERIODICALS GRAPHICS PRODUCTION DESIGNER/ PAGINATOR

This position requires someone with at least five (5) years’ experience working with Macintosh or PC computers. Must be skilled in the make-up of advertising and pagination. Proficiency using InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop software for print is essential. Some technical, networking and web design knowledge an asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

COURT REPORTER

College or high school graduate with at least five (5) years’ experience in community reporting. Ability to drive and use a camera a desirable asset.

Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience.

ADVERTISING SPACE SALES PERSON

Candidates must have had actual hands-on experience selling advertising space for newspapers and magazines. Ability to assist clients with the writing of copy for ads and gathering of collateral an asset. Salary is commission based.

FORWARD APPLICATIONS TO: THE PUBLISHER DUNCANSON PUBLICATIONS LTD. EMAIL: TCNEWS@TCIWAY.TC NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Preferences will be given to Belonger and Legal Residents

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

candidates should submit their resume to via email to:

nicola.hanna@acaschool.org

POSITIONS AVAILABLE

26182

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

32 CLASSIFIEDS

CARIBBEAN PLACE PROFESSIONAL UNIT AVAILABLE FOR RENT Approx. 1200 sq. ft.

Conveniently located close to downtown.

Lots of parking.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT DOLORES CONOLLY 649-241-4070 26200

OCEAN OUTBACK

OLEANDER CIRCLE, OFF CHALK SOUND DRIVE Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

DESTINATION TURKS AND CAICOS LTD. #8 La Petite Place Grace Bay, Providenciales 649-946-5855 Seek to Employ

TAILOR

- Design Arch Drapery - Repair voile or organza draping - Install draping, arch and decor.

Salary: $8.50 hourly THIS AD IS TO SUPPORT A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL. BELONGERS MAY APPLY AT LABOUR BOARD OR EMAIL: INFO@DESTINATIONTCI.TC

MERIN A. STUBBS-CLARKE Palm Circle, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Must have at least 5 years of experience Duties: Cleaning boat and accommodation.

• Salary $6.5 per hour • Must have a clean drivers license and own transportation

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $275 weekly

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND COPY OF THEIR RESUMES TO LABOUR DEPARTMENT, CONTACT: (649) 231 0824 FOR A W/P HOLDER 26193

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26213

VALMA VIRGIL

UNITY ONLINE SERVICES

North Caicos, Bottle Creek Is seeking a

LIVE IN CARETAKER

Help two elderly people 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: $1200 monthly

CONTACT: 231-6060

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26211

CONTACT: 231-0876

#381 Building Industrial Drive, Five Cays Road

HELPER

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

CONTACT: 232-7177

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

26197

SUNNY FOODS RETAIL & WHOLESALE LTD Is now interviewing for the following positions:

1 X LABOURER(S) • 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 $7.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 941-8112

August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

26220

EASY WAY

DOCUWIN ACTING ON BEHALF OF: 1) WILSON VALBRUN Water Spring Village Bld A-21, Millennium Highway Is seeking to employ a

ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGNS

Contact: 332-4404

DOMESTIC WORKER

2) ELSIE’S

- Cleaned, weeded, trimmed, and mowed various sections of lawns - Clear leaves using blower - Planted various saplings as per instructions Salary: $7.00 hourly

South Dock Rd, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

1 LANDSCAPER & 1 GARDINER

MC WATER DELIVERY

TRUCK DRIVER hoses • Wash vehicles • General mechanical skills • Check equipment daily Salary $10-412 per hour

- Aid with the needs of the elderly - Must be able to drive - Must be able to work on weekends Basic Salary: $6.25 hourly Contact: 331-2084

• Cleaning yard and buildings on property.

• Keep vehicles cleaned (interior/exterior) • Work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.75 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0199

PROSPER CONSTRUCTION 621 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, layout tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 343-9642

RONALD BUTTERFIELD UPSTAIRS PALM PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD, PROVIDENCIALES Is looking for two

(2) DOMESTIC WORKERS One for the morning shift and the other for the night shift. Salary $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0195

ROXY BEAUTY SALON

SUSAN MUSGROVE

SNIP AND CLIP

26217

8 TROPICANA DRIVE, GLASS SHACK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Manicures, gel nails, nail fills, nail repair etc.

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: 347-3121

CONTACT: 244-9543

– $6.25 HOURLY

Belongers are encouraged to apply at The Labour Board. These position are work permit Renewal

26192

26207

BELONGERS ONLY SHOULD SEND THEIR APPLICATION TO: MARSHA BLANCHE. EMAIL: MARSHA@MISICKSTANBROOK.TC TEL. (649)946-4732 26181

These positions are for first time applicants Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour Department 26191

NAIL TECHNICIAN

- $280 weekly Clean the store, restroom cleaning, stock shelves, pick, pack, receive and restock products inside the store.

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

(2) HAIRDRESSERS AND 1 (ONE) NAIL TECHNICIAN

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

46A Airport Road, #4 Oswald Simons Building next to Caicos Coin Laundry Is seeking

STORE HELPER

Situated in Unit #2, Musgrove Plaza, Five Cays RD, is seeking two

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

26210

Frank Yard, Five Cays 343-6204

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE MUST: • Have minimum 3 years experience in Hair coloring and treatments • Knowledge of high end hair products and treatments • Must be willing to work weekends and Holidays Salary payable: $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 342-4436

LABOURER

26224

ERODE VARIETY STORE

These positions are held by Work Permit Holders.

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

41A Palms Well Drive, Leeward Palms Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

ANGELINA’S BEAUTY SALON

BLUE HILLS, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

OSWALD VIRGIL

58 Cox Drive, Kew Town 343-0037 (Renewal)

-$290 weekly Preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, etc.

CARETAKER

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board.

DUTIES: • To haul water from water source to customers as often as required • Daily inspection of boom operation, valves, pumps and

ANTIONE JEAN SINTIL

3) SYDNEY MARTROU DEAN

#192 Bld South Dock, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

- Manage general housekeeping on a daily basis - Must be able to work on weekends Salary: $6.25 hourly Contact: 232-7077

Acting on behalf of

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 26214

#107 THE BIGHT, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

3 BARBERS

Cutting, trimming, shampooing, and styling hair, trimming beards, or giving shaves. Clean and sterilize scissors, combs, clippers, and other instruments. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 241-7364

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26190

RONALD GARDINER SOUTH DOCK 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: 344-5557

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

26196

KIMBELEE MISSICK

231-4234 South Dock Road. Provo

LABOURER

$6.25 per hour Clean yard, apartments, vehicles etc.

URBAN CONSTRUCTION

231-0018 #21 Airport Road, Provo

CARPENTER

$8-10.00 per hour Formwork, install doors etc.

POSITIONS CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS BELONGERS MAY APPLY WITH LABOUR DEPARTMENT.

26223

August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

EFC CONSTRUCTION

TOM LIGHTBOURNE RD., BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, layout tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-242-8100

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

26202

ER CONSTRUCTION

DOMESTIC WORKER - $6.25 hourly Stocking and supplying designated facility areas, cleaning worksite, etc.

PAINTER

- $8 hourly Apply paints, stains,

DOMESTIC WORKER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 241-8434

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 26212

MASON

- $8 hourly Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds these positions 16198

MARIE C. WILLIAMS

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

and coatings to interior and exterior walls.

CONTACT: 333-1246

RONALD SEYMOUR

WHEELAND, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

FIDELITY CONSTRUCTION TCI LTD.

11 Mark Cl., Cooper Jack. Is seeking a

TEREMY, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 348-5921

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

26204

JOCELYN JEAN LOUIS

14B Oyster Lane, The Bight Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

Airport Road, Down Town

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. 6 days a week Salary: $2,800 monthly

CONTACT: 231-4587

PURCHASER

LABOURER

CONTACT: 332-2295

CONTACT: 649-346-7379

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

ARTHUR STANLEY BASSETT

#9 & #10 STORAGE BUILDING, LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

LEEWARD PALMS PROVIDENCIALES, 231-2316

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 2450345 OR 231-4519

SUNNY FOODS WHOLESALE CASH & CARRY

DOMESTIC WORKER

J&W CONSTRUCTION

CONTACT: 242-2846

53 South Dock Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Is now interviewing for the following position:

G&C COMPANY

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26215

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $7.50 hourly

26011

FREDERIC PIERRE

South Dock Road, Five Cays Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is for work permit renewal 26203

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 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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Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26209

Sweep the house. Mop the floor. Clean the bathroom and bedroom.

Clean the doors and windows. Clean the ceiling and walls. Empty waste baskets. Wash and iron. Salary starts at $6.25 per hour RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

SOUTH DOCK Road PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

Clean premises and do minor repairs. Salary: $6.25 hourly

This position is for a first time applicant Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26189

GRANT’S PETROLEUM

#771 Leeward Highway, P.O Box 477, Providenciales Is seeking

PUMP ATTENDANT

Check air pressure in vehicle tires; and levels of fuel, pumping gas; add air, oil, water, or other fluids. Clean parking areas, and equipment, and remove trash.

Must be able to work weekends, holidays and nights.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 343-4671

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holder currently holds this position 26205

S & F WHOLESALE CASH & CARRY LTD Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Is seeking to Employee an :

REFRIGERATION MECHANIC

JOB REQUIREMENTS • Must have prior experience purchasing Asian & American Products.

• Must be have prior experience with Quick Books 2020.

• Must be available to work on Holiday, Nights and weekends. Both Saturday and Sunday nights are required with a day off during the middle of the week.

• Must be have good communication skills in able to commutate with overseas vendors and logistics companies .

• Ensures orders are placed in timely manner, customer request are met quick and efficiently.

• Must have extensive knowledge on NCR 7456 or similar POS system.

• Setting up training programs for employees on proper merchandising and customer service skills.

• Most work is required by standing for long periods of time and working in an environment that is not air conditioned such as a dry warehouse.

CONTACT: 941-8112 Salary for this position will commensurate with qualification and experience.

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

26221

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Fabricate and assemble structural and functional components of refrigeration system, using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.

• Lift and align components into position, using hoist or block and tackle.

• Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.

• Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.

• Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source.

• Adjust valves according to specifications and charge system with proper type of refrigerant by pumping the specified gas or fluid into the system.

• Mount compressor, condenser, and other components in specified locations on frames, using hand tools and acetylene welding equipment.

• Performs planned maintenance, regular servicing, and repairs to refrigeration equipment of all types, sizes, and temperature ranges.

• Coordinates work schedules with other departments and shops in order to keep inconvenience to a minimum.

REQUIREMENTS: • 4- 5years experience in related field of work • Knowledge of the HVAC or refrigeration tools, materials, and test equipment.

• Knowledge of repair, maintenance, and installation techniques.

• Skill in reading and understanding schematics.

• Skill in analyzing HVAC or refrigeration malfunctions from performance and test equipment readings and determining appropriate repairs.

• Skill in both verbal and written communication.

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualification and experience.

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

26219

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August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

WALKIN EQUIPMENT & CONTRACTING South Dock Road, Providenciales (649) 231-0088. Is seeking to Employee

1 DRIVER

Duties: Operate Heavy Duty Equipment/ Truck Driver Hours 40-44 hrs per week Salary: $12.00 per hour

SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

1 MECHANIC

Duties: Work on Heavy Duty Equipment Hours: 40-44 hrs per week Salary: $15.00 per hour

(PROVIDENCIALES)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, network servers, and virtualization.

• Troubleshooting hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing the impact of issues.

• Installing new/rebuilding existing servers and configuring hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. following established industry standards, and project/ operational requirements.

• Developing and maintaining various installation and configuration procedures, as necessary.

• Researching and recommending innovative and where possible automated approaches for system administration tasks.

• Identifying innovative approaches that leverage NHIB’s resources, foster operational efficiency and improve service delivery to customers.

• Performing daily system monitoring, to verify the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes, reviewing systems and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs.

• Performing daily backup operations, ensuring all required file system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media, recovery tapes or disks are created, and media is recycled and sent off, as necessary.

• Performing regular file archival and purge operations, as necessary.

• Planning, coordinating, and implementing network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.

• New accounts setup and Active Directory administration.

• Repairing and recovering from hardware or

software failure. Maintaining operational, configuration, and other procedures.

• All time on call availability as responsibilities sometimes require working evenings and weekends, sometimes with little advance notice.

• Installation of printers, servers, and scheduling maintenance as needed.

• Risk mitigation planning.

• Performing other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of NHIB.

Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of their resume to the Labour board.

Must be willing to work Overtime if required.

Mininum of 5 Years Experience 26195

WARD’S CONSULTANCY ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT

READY TO GO

LABOURER $6.25 P/H

#2 Parade Ave. Butterfield Sq

LABOURER $11.00P/H

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, System Administration, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

• 3-5 years of database, network administration, or system administration experience.

• Systems Administration and IT certifications in Microsoft such as MCSA, MCSE, or Azure administrator.

• 2-4 years of experience with cloud-based technology Microsoft Azure.

• Sound knowledge of systems and networking software, cabling, hardware, and networking protocols.

• Strong knowledge of security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery protocols.

• A proven track record of developing and implementing IT strategy and plans.

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL databases, including creating backups, maintenance plans, creating SQL query and installations.

• Sound knowledge of using backup software and disaster recovery plans.

• A team player with strong communication and excellent communication skills.

• Ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision.

keep of the surrounding of the property

cleaning and preparing a job site, Tel: 964-8583

ELITE GAMING

HEALING WATER MINISTRIES

Maintains slot machine Bar maid $7.50 p/h

248 millennium highway Tel: 231-6387

#1 Old airport road

SLOT TECHNICIAN-$ $2.500 MONTHLY MAINTAIN BAR Tel: 244-8400

Belonger are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the labour board. These position is currently held by work permit holder

DOMINIQUE HAIR CENTER 104 Alice & Alice Building, Airport Road Is seeking to employ

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS

- $6.25 hourly Manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, nail fills, nail repair, etc.

2 HAIR DRESSERS

- $6.25 hourly Shampooing, cutting, and styling hair, provide hair treatments, including deep conditioning, permanents, hair coloring, and weaving.

MASSEUSE

- $6.25 hourly Help clients with pain, stress and physical ailments by massaging and kneading muscles and soft tissues, in order to help their clients relax their bodies.

MANAGER

- $10 hourly Managing the salon. Setting up schedules

CONTACT: 345- 5137

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board The positions are currently held by work permit holders

SALARY:

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience $50,000.00 per annum to $55,000.00 per annum

KLEAN & KUTE KNAILS (SALON)

ALL APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO:

Indian Bazaar, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

Sheena Smith-Yip National Health Insurance Board Salt Mills Plaza Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands British West Indies Email: recruitment@tcinhip.tc

3 NAIL TECHNICIANS

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants who applied for any of the above listed positions, do not have to reapply. After submitting application to National Health Insurance Board Human Resource department, Qualified Belongers may also submit a copy of their applications to the Commissioner of Labour & Immigration Board.

Deadline for submission is August 16, 2021 26194

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

CONTACT: 332-6772

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds this position

26226

26232

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the maintenance, configuration, and reliable operation of our Organisation’s computer system and servers. This includes provisioning, supervising, installing, copying, and maintaining the system’s software and hardware.

LINE FRANCOIS

Bryan Cox Apt., Butterfield Drive, Kew Town 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: 344-8831

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

26231

August 14-20, 2021

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

A&S CLEANER

ALTHEA REQUEL BASDEN Airport Road, South Caicos Is seeking to employ a

SOUTH DOCK ROAD Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

MAINTENANCE MAN

35 Leeward Highway Is seeking to employ a

Homeowners Representative 5 years’ experience in a similar position. Full time contact for Homeowners on Pine Cay. Must be able to respond to emails, voicemails and phone calls within a 24-hour period. Responsible for Owner accounts, reservations, enquiries and requests. Arrange Housekeeping, maintenance repairs, boat transfers, travel and billings. Must visit construction site to ensure all rules and regulations are being followed. Schedule Real Estate showings and make all arrangements for Agents and potential buyers. Inspect homes as needed for upgrades and maintenance issues. Must be computer literate, well organized with attention to detail, ability to complete tasks and hit deadlines. Able to work well with other Departments. Valid driver’s license required as well as a clean Police Record. Salary to commensurate with experience.

26201

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

SUNNY FOODS WHOLESALE AND CASH & CARRY LTD Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands.

Is seeking to Employee a

Maintenance Technician MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Survey buildings and repair refrigeration & mechanical systems to ensure they are consistent with health and safety standards • Perform maintenance of electrical & refrigeration systems.

• Setup of ventilation, refrigeration and other systems and conduct repairs when necessary • Maintain and repair plumbing and heating & cooling components • Prepare, prime, and paint building interior and exterior surfaces • Maintain and repair Hill phoenix racking and other HVAC systems.

• Perform manual repairs when necessary on refrigeration and other equipments • Conduct general upkeep procedures and other tasks as assigned (painting, carpentry etc.)

• Compile with all policies for the safe storage, usage and disposal of hazardous materials • Participate in ongoing technical, safety, and operational process training programs • Maintain a clean and safe work environment • Document work performance and materials procurement as directed MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Previous working experience as a Maintenance Technician for 10+ year(s) • High school diploma • Relevant certification on HVAC, CMRP etc.

• Advanced understanding of electrical, refrigeration and other systems • In depth knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods • Applicable knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices • Manual dexterity and attention to detail • Problem solving aptitude • Good physical condition

CONTACT: 941-8112

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualification and experience.

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

26222

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 247-1776 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

26280

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: 243-1275

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

26227

DYPCO LTD.

- $12 HOURLY Making preparations for various jobs, cleaning drainage, patching walls and side works working with masonry workers.

LABOURER

- $8 HOURLY To assist with masonry work, cleaning.

CONTACT: 231-1490

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds these positions

26225

SAFE-T-FIRST

55 Poinciana Lane E, Longbay. 649-246-2497

OCCUPATION HEALTH AND SAFETY EDUCATOR

Seeking a First Aid and Safety Training and Compliance Instructor. To facilitate training courses and instruction in OSHA, First Aid, CPR, Water Safety and other safety topics; selling and scheduling training; up-selling safety and first aid products to our training customers; and working with team to ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities include providing group and location education with guidance and support regarding the effective administration of safety and health programs; driving companies efforts to prevent workrelated injuries and illnesses; reducing accidents; Personal Protection Equipment Programs; serving as a corporate safety team resource for companies; developing and maintaining safety and health programs, training materials; educating on safety and health policies, procedures and best practices; conducting and reviewing inspections of work spaces to identify potential issues; coordinating and reviewing inspections with partners; developing and monitoring corrective action plans developed to address safety issues; ensuring effective implementation of the safety and health management system; monitoring group safety performance as reflected in monthly safety reports.

REQUIREMENTS; • OH&S Degree or 5 years of full-time safety experience • Certified First Aid Trainer • Train the Trainer Diploma • Psychologic First Aid Certification • MSDS and TDS Certification • Certified Water Safety Trainer • Emergency Services and/or Disaster Response, training and experience • Valid Drivers License and Vehicle • Police Record ADDITIONAL SKILLS; • Experienced Public Speaker • Human Resources • Development of online training programs • Experience in developing and implementing safety and health management systems • Ability to travel • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and intranet/internet • Lift 50 lbs

Salary; $2500.00 per month.

Submit resume and copy of certifications to

provoslsafety@gmail.com

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August 14-20, 2021

EDWARD BASDEN #15 BAY ROAD, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

HELPER

J O B VA C A N C I E S Certified Mixologist

5 years’ experience in resort environment. Certificate of Mixology required. Commitment to deliver a high level of service to both Guests and Members. Passionate about mixology and industry trends. Ability to train and instruct Club Bartenders in raising their level of knowledge. Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Vast knowledge of wines, wine regions and wine pairing.

Effective communication skills are required. Second language would be an asset. Salary to commensurate with experience.

Bartenders

5 years’ experience in luxury resort environment. Must have exceptional communication and customer service skills. Vast knowledge of bar beverages and wines. Must keep with industry trends and be able to create new and unique drink recipes. Bar setup/close, restock, inventory control and area sanitation. This position would require staying on the Cay for scheduled shifts. The wage to commensurate with experience.

Maître d’

5 years’ experience in a luxury resort environment. Wine knowledge and pairing a must as is fine dining table service. Individual requires exceptional customer service skills and good communications skills.

Must be willing to train staff members to enhance their skills.. The position would require staying on the Cay for scheduled shifts. The wage to commensurate with experience.

2 Laundry Attendants

5 years’ experience in a luxury resort environment. Well organized individuals to be responsible for the day-to-day Resort Laundry facility. Sorting, cleaning, folding and organizing hotel linens.

Some heavy lifting is required. The wage to commensurate with experience.

Boat Captains

Immediately- 5 years’ experience Driver’s license and current VHF and TCI Boat Captains license mandatory. Familiar with the waters between North Caicos and Providenciales. Responsible for the transportation of Guests, staff and homeowners to and from Pine Cay. Freight runs and recreational runs will also be required.

Assisting with the upkeep of Marine area, Dock maintenance, boat cleaning, boat fueling. Wage to commensurate with experience.

Labourers

3 years’ experience. Full time position in our Maintenance Dept.

Valid driver’s license mandatory. Must be able to work outdoors and operate small machinery and tractor with trailer. Painting and some carpentry experience would be an asset. Must be able to take direction from others and work as a team player. The wage to commensurate with experience.

Pastry Chef

min 10 years’ experience. Certificate in culinary arts, pastry making & relevant fields. Proven experience as Pastry Chef with great passion and attention to detail and creativity. In depth knowledge of sanitation principals, food prep, baking techniques, and dietary needs such as allergies and gluten free. Must be willing to reside on the Cay for scheduled shifts. Good employment history and clean Police Record required. The salary to commensurate with experience.

Certified Spa Therapist

min 8 years’ experience in a Luxury Resort Spa. Must be able to provide professional massage treatments to Hotel Guests and Homeowners. Swedish, Balinese, Deep Tissue, Reiki, Hot Stone, Sports, Body Wraps, Scrubs, Facials, Manicures/Pedicures and Rejuvenation treatments. Being physically fit is essential to provide multiple treatments. Computer skills are mandatory for the Hotel system. A good employment and police record are required.

This position may require residing on Pine Cay. The salary to commensurate with experience.

Guest Service Agents

2 years’ experience in a Luxury Resort environment. P.O.S. experience a must, night audit or accounting would be an asset.

Second language preferred but not mandatory. Computer skills essential as is excellent customer service. Should have attention to detail and be a team player. Must be able to reside on Pine Cay for scheduled shifts. The wage to commensurate with experience.

Reservations Supervisor

5 years’ experience in a Luxury Resort environment. Knowledge of Hotel reservations systems. Maintain accurate guest reservations, records and billings. Oversee and assist in the coordination of activities for the hotel guests and Homeowners. Must be computer literate and have a general knowledge of Resort standards and policies. Second language would be an asset but not mandatory.

Excellent communication skills both oral and verbal. Must be organized, ability to follow instruction, complete tasks and meet deadlines. Ability to problem solve and deal with guest requirements with a pleasant and professional manner. Position may require staying on Pine Cay for scheduled shifts. The wage to commensurate with experience.

Marine Labourer

5 years’ experience in a Marina environment. Cleaning and minor maintenance on Club and homeowners’ boats. Manning the fuel station, boat mate, dock repairs. Familiar with boat operations and the surrounding waters. TCI Captains license, VHF radio license is required. Must be able to swim and have lifesaving training. Must be able to work outdoors. This position may require residing on Pine Cay. The wage to commensurate with experience.

House Keepers

3 years’ experience in Luxury Resort environment. Assist in the daily operation of Hotel and Villa Housekeeping duties. Some shifts may require staying on Pine Cay. The wage to commensurate with experience.

Executive Chef

Senior Management level, 12 years’ experience in an International, Luxury 5-star resort with strong background in HACCP procedures and applications. 3-year Hospitality Management or University Culinary degree. Responsible for the consistent preparation of innovative and creative cuisine of the highest quality, presentation and flavor. Additionally, responsible for the smooth operation of the kitchen, plus managing areas of profit, stock, wastage, hygiene and training. Must be computer literate and a second language would be an asset. A good employment and police record are required.

This position will require residing on Pine Cay. The salary to commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants can submit resume to: resort@meridianclub.com \ hr@meridiancub.com

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: 343-5303

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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DENIS PROSPER

SOUTH BACK SALINA GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Duties: Regular housekeeping Which includes Cleaning, mopping sweeping, cleaning tables, and helping with kitchen workers and any other Chores as needed.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 242-1307

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume To the Labour Board. ThIs Position is currently held by a work permit holder. 26219

E & V CONSTRUCTION Over Back, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To clean and maintain Premises of all job sites and assisting skill workers and any Other chores as assigned.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 242-1358

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

26223

FRANKLYN WILLIAMS JR. MOXEY ROAD GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Duties: To clean and maintain Premises of all job sites and assisting skill workers and any Other chores as assigned. SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 244-3095

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held By a work permit holder. 26222

August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

NTAB CONSTRUCTION

Q&S CONSTRUCTION

#28 SOUTH DOCK, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, layout tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site. Salary: $6.95 hourly.

Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, layout tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site. Salary: $6.50 hourly

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD

LABOURER LABOURER

CONTACT: 331-8346 EMAIL: NTABCONSTR@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

CONTACT: 232-1087

26229

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26228

ALEXANDER G. SEYMOUR

ALL OUT PROMOTIONS

WHEELAND, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Cleaning outside the property with sweeper, pick up yard waste and collect leaves, dispose of trash, clean windows, and door frames. Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 231-0539

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

26318

CHOICE GIFT FRAMING AND VARIETY STORE

104 Ports of Calls, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI (649) 241-5252

TWO FRAME MAKERS DUTIES INCLUDES: Framing pictures for Resident and Commercial businesses, repairing, designing, making new frames, maintenance and receiving orders.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, OR GRAND TURK, TCI. 26320

COX GROCERIES LEE STREET, SOUTH CAICOS, TCI (649) 342-1342

313 Priton Development Blue Hills, Providenciales (649) 247-1011

PRINTING TECHNICIAN

DUTIES INCLUDES: Service and maintenance of printing machines.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRSTTIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. 25846

CHOICE VARIETY & PICTURE FRAMING LTD. Ports of Calls, Unit# 104 Grace Bay, Providenciales (649) 331-8531

FRAME MAKER DUTIES INCLUDES: Framing, repairs and making of new frames, maintenance, receiving and deliveries.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRSTTIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. 25847

NATHOU’S VARIETY STORE

DOCK YARD, KEW TOWN PROVIDENCIALES (649) 243-1308

BUTCHER STOREKEEPER DUTIES

INCLUDES: Cutting and packaging of frozen meat.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRST-TIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, OR GRAND TURK, TCI. 26210

DUTIES INCLUDES: Stock-taking, Serving customers, Sales and Inventory.

THIS APPLICATION IS FOR A FIRSTTIME WORK PERMIT. BELONGERS WITH THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AT THE LABOUR DEPARTMENT, PROVIDENCIALES, TCI. 25848

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

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

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate the vehicle fleet to ensure optimum performance.

• Participate in the development servicing and installation of CCTV and alarm systems.

• Maintain Fire alarm systems.

• Provide timely and accurate reports on system faults and defects.

• Assist where necessary in general security assignments.

• Develop, implement and enforce financial policies and procedures that will improve the overall.

• Responsible for ensuring full serviceability of fleet.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 10 years’ experience working in association with a security company as a technician and or mechanic.

• Must process a college degree or equivalent • Computer skilled in word, excel, access, outlook and PowerPoint • Must have basic security certification certificates in personal safety and other proven security course training certificate • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Possess valid driver’s license • Must have minimum 7 years’ experience in • Fire and Alarm systems installation, maintenance, and servicing.

• Installing, servicing and maintenance of CCTV systems.

• Fleet Management and diesel.

Preference will be given to persons with both automotive diesel and security system technical training and or experience.

Must be an excellent team-player

Salary starts from $2,000 to $3,100 Per Month REQUIREMENTS 1. Submit resume’ with application letter, employment and training certificates, copy of police record, passport to Spence Security office 2. Wait for Spence Security personnel to contact you for an interview

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

TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES: • Install, maintain, fire alarm, Burglary Alarm systems, integrated access control, Including IP Camera Network Surveillance Systems.

• Consult with clients to assess risks and to determine security requirements • Computer and Systems Programing QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in fire burglary alarm systems, and IP computer Network Surveillance Systems w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering /degree /certificates • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess a valid TCI driver’s license; • Must be able to work without supervision • Must be able to work , holidays, on call and after hours Salary starts @ $2500 plus commission

Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to the Labour Department and : ‘The Chairman not later than August 31st, 2021 to: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address: spencesecurity@tciway.tc

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38 CLASSIFIEDS A.M SERVICES

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

DOMESTIC WORKER

• To work 5 to 6 days a week.

• Cleaning houses and offices.

• Hours 8am to 5pm.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 441-0237

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board a work permit holder currently holds this position 26302

SHIRLEN FORBES

BREEZY BRAE,Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Duties: To help skilled workers, to clean properties at days end and any other duties as may be necessary.

SALARY: $6.50 per hour.

CONTACT: 232-6443

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

August 14-20, 2021

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VALERIE J. CHARLES

Palm Grove, Grand Turk

STORE CLERK

ANYELICA BONILLA Reef Lane, Long Bay Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

Duties: price and stock goods; have a working knowledge of how to operate a computer .

Salary: $6.50 per hour.

Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary. Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 231-7034

CONTACT: 331-5697

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 A work permit holder currently holds this position

26250

BARBARA ADAMS

BASIA ZAIDAN

96 YELLOW ELDER, LEEWARD PALMS Is seeking to employ a

P.O. Box 433, 17 Sailfish Lane, Venetian Road, Provo

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

• 3 years’ min experience with cancer protocols, evenings and weekend required.

• Car a must.

Salary: $1500 monthly

LABOURER

CONTACT: 243-4350

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

26303

LIVE IN CARETAKER

CONTACT: 231-1474

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board This position is currently held by a work permit holder 26260

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

J O B

V A C A N C Y

Andaz Turks and Caicos Residences at Grace Bay is a luxury boutique hotel nestled along the shore of the world’s number one beach Grace Bay. We are seeking determined and energetic professionals who provide discreet yet personalized and attentive service that well defines the Andaz Turks and Caicos experience.

SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER As the Senior Project manager you will be responsible to plan, direct, manage and provide oversight of assigned design and construction projects to ensure that Andaz Turks and Caicos Residences’ goals and objectives are met within prescribed schedule and budget parameters. Effective communication with FF&E, OS&E and GMP contract management as well as the field staff and technical staff.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises management of construction projects; monitors and coordinates work performed by architectural, engineering and construction firms.

• Inspects, approves, and accepts or rejects completed projects for the company, ensuring correction of deficiencies and that work is performed to conformance of established standards.

• Leads project delivery resources/team (typically larger more experienced team) providing project guidance and direction to achieve project goals.

• Responsible for inventory management and for enhancing operational efficiency.

• Plans and coordinates formulation of design alternatives and solutions for corporate and branch construction projects; provides conceptual estimates, feasibility studies and cost estimates, program development, preparation of space plans, block plans and determination of telephone, data, power, and furniture requirements.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders on process and timeline for projects • Facilitates request for service and repair. These requests include adding or reconfiguring workstations, ordering furniture, coordinating repair of existing furniture, processing building work orders and requests for security access cards for associates and vendors.

• Prepares, reviews & negotiates contracts, purchase orders and REQUIREMENTS

• A minimum of bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field required.

• Certifications in Project Management or any field • A minimum of 10 years of professional experience • Proof of completed projects in relation to hotels/resort in the past 10 years Salary: $100k to $150k per annum based on qualifications and experience.

PLEASE APPLY IN WRITING, ADDRESSED TO HUMAN RESOURCES, ANDAZ TURKS AND CAICOS RESIDENCES, GRACEBAY, EMAIL; HR@ANDAZTCRESIDENCES.COM. QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW. 26209

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS BIG BLUE COLLECTIVE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SCUBA DIVING/WATERSPORTS INDUSTRY #2 Marina Street, Leeward Marina, Providenciales

Big Blue is looking for Turks and Caicos Islanders with outgoing personalities and physical coordination to join a team of knowledgeable and experienced guides to conduct educational and environmentally conscious eco-tours and boat charters throughout the Caicos Islands.

Scuba Diving Instructors

Seeking qualified PADI Dive Instructors to conduct dive courses and tours. Applicants must have a minimum 2 years teaching experience and experience with high end vessels and clientele a must. Preference will be given to Turks Islanders and those with professional boating experience or hold a TCI Captain’s license. Other duties include conducting snorkel tours, paddle eco tours and dive equipment maintenance. The work schedule is varied and provides up to 6-days work per week, must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Current positions held by work permit holders and new positions available.

Salary range: $110 to $150 per day plus gratuities and service charge.

Applicants should apply to the email address below.

Kite Instructors

Seeking qualified IKO kite instructors to teach kite courses with minimum 2 years teaching experience. Preference will be given to Turks Islanders and those with extended teaching experience. Other duties include assisting with sales and conducting kite tours and other watersports activities offered by the company. The work schedule is varied and provides up to 6-days work per week. Must be willing to work long days in the sun, weekends and holidays.

New positions open. Salary range: 25-30% of course fee (course rate $175 per hour) plus gratuities. Applicants should apply to the email address below.

The position is not currently held. Turks Islanders are preferred. Average monthly salary $3000

Candidates should apply via email to careers@bigbluecollective. com before the 30th of August 2021, include a resume and a cover letter with a brief description of why they believe they are a suitable candidate to work in the eco-tourism / watersports industry.

Applicants should send a copy to the Commissioner of Labour.

26308

August 14-20, 2021 BENNETT STUBBS

#8 Parker Avenue, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

HOME HELPER

Duties: must be able to do household chores. Salary: $7.25 per hour

CONTACT: 246-9639

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

26322

DANAT CONCIERGE SERVICES #35 June Plum, Grace Bay Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER - $7 HOURLY

Cleaning.

CONTACT: 232-4354

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 2337

DEVON J. ADAMS 39 Marble Drive, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

HANDYMAN

Fix and maintain mechanical equipment, buildings, and machines. Tasks include plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning systems.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 331-2217

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

26315

BLACK BOY & JEAN TRUCKING 17 Ralph Close, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

MASON

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters. Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 242-3631

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

26300

COURIER CAB #13 EDEN LANE, THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

BLU BAR & LOUNGE J101 Regent Village Grace Bay Provo Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID

• To take clients orders • Serve Food • Mix and serve drinks • Keep counter area clean • Must be willing to work Irregular long late hours Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2972 EMAIL: ADMIN@ BLUBARTURKS.COM

Belongers are encouraged to Send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board

26305

LABOURER

LABOURER Cleaning cars and office.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 649-241-3980 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position

26299

DIVA’S HAIR & BEAUTY #4 MORRIS PLAZA, AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-5007

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

2297

Disposing of debris, cleaning up after all landscaping jobs.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-9415 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

26282

DMX SOUND DESIGN LIGHT

CLOSE TO BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

TECHNICAIAN

Use recording and sound editing equipment to mix and record audio. Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 241-0576

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26274

LJ WATER SPORTS

SUPERIOR PAINTING

#74 Juba Sound 247-0801

-$350 weekly Renewal Plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, and minor maintenance.

-$400 weekly Renewal Apply paints, stains, and coatings to interior and exterior walls.

MAINTENANCE WORKER

R GRAY CONTRACTING

Juba Sound, Duckling Lane 333-1236

-$7 hourly Renewal Plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, and minor maintenance.

PAINTER

MONA SAINT AVDE OUTTEN

Behind Paradise Baptist Church, Five Cays 348-2721

DOMESTIC WORKER

-$290 weekly Renewal Cleaning the house, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

BLUE HILLS GLASS

KITCHEN HELPER

3 GLASSMEN

#17 Wilson Cl, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

J101 Regent Village, Grace Bay Provo Is seeking to employ a

• Assist with food preparation, cooking, meal service • Cleans/washes all kitchen appliances and work surfaces • Clean all food handling, food storage area • Maintains Kitchen area, tables in a clean and dry condition at all times Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2972 EMAIL: ADMIN@BLUBARTURKS.COM Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

26306

- $7.50 hourly

• Cutting glass.

Installing and polishing glass.

• To work 5 days a week.

CONTACT: 2427012/333-0803

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26312

COCO BISTRO

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

ASSISTANT RESTAURANT MANAGER DUTIES:

• Coordinating daily restaurant management operations • Delivering superior food and beverage service and maximizing customer satisfaction • Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity • Estimate future needs for goods, kitchen utensils and cleaning products • Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations • Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $38k per annum. Contact: 946-5369

EMAIL: COCOBISTRO@TCIWAY.TC

This position is for work permit renewal Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. Deadline for application is August 31st, 2021 26326

E&V EQUIPMENT LIMITED Williams Auditorium, Five Cays Road, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

3 MECHANICS

- $700 WEEKLY • Drive company trucks, repair company vehicles.

• Must be knowledgeable with Caterpillar Machines and Cummins Engine.

WELDER

- $600 WEEKLY Cut, join and tile steel.

CONTACT: 649-941-8494

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

26287

FOUR J’S CLOTHING STORE UNIT #5 RONNIE PLAZA, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

SALES LADY

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 and that there is adequate change. Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 347-6125

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 24585

FAMILYCARE MEDICAL SERVICES LTD.

Acting on behalf of

Grace Bay Sports 333-2626

BLU BAR & LOUNGE

CONST-LANDS

NEXT TO PRESTIGIOUS OFFICE, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

EASY WAY

MAINTENANCE MAN

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PHYSICIAN

D&T

South Dock 241-7845

TILEMAN

-$12 hourly Renewal Install materials on floors, walls, ceilings, countertops. Lay tiles.

JA’SAMS CONSTRUCTION

#6 Blue Hills 341-8332

MASON

-$400 weekly Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

26345

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Must have an M.B.B.S from an accredited University.

• Postgraduate degree in Family Medicine or Emergency Medicine is desirable.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years working in a primary health care setting and minimum of 3 years working in a secondary health care institution.

• Must have a minimum of 5 years as a fully registered medical practitioner on a register of a recognized medical board.

MAIN DUTIES: • Conduct outpatient consultations within the clinic.

• Perform physical examinations.

• Diagnosis and treatment of illness/ailments.

• Perform minor surgical procedures.

• Advise patient on Health Education.

• Expected to be part of practice management and administration.

• Liaising with other healthcare professionals and/or hospitals.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications

CONTACT: 649-431-3262

A work permit holder is currently holding this position.

Application to be addressed to: Medical Director, FamilyCare Medical Services Ltd., Horizon House Unit B, 121 Blue Mountain Road & Leeward Hwy. Belongers only apply

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION Regulating with Honesty, Integrity and Transparency

NOTICE REGISTRATION OF DE-REGISTERED NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS All relevant persons are hereby advised that the NPO Supervisor is prepared to waive the registration fee for the below listed recently deregistered NPOs, if these entities apply and satisfy their outstanding compliance requirements on or before 15 October 2021.

Supervisor.

Please be reminded that it is an offence, which carries a fine of $50,000, to operate as an NPO in the TCI without being registered with the NPO

NPO Supervisor Financial Services Commission

LIST OF DE-REGISTERED NON-PROFIT ORGANISATIONS Registered No

137/2016 117/2015 220/2019 73/2015 172/2018 188/2017 174/2017 207/2018 131/2016 146/2016 60/2015 164/2017 116/2016 56/2015 68/2015 166/2017 62/2015 139/2016 72/2015 107/2015 Ex. 004/2015 179/2017 154/2016 182/2017 190/2018 209/2018 185/2017 200/2018

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This notice should be brought to the attention of any person associated with the below listed entities.

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Grace Bay Resorts Management Ltd Foundation Grand Turk Senior Citizens Club Greatful Leper Ministries International Inc Groove City Foundation GTFT Inc Harvest Bible Fellowship Caribbean Holy Ghost Church of the Nazarene Inc House of Miracles Apostolic Church Intl Inc Hurricane Irma Relief Turks & Caicos (HIRTAC) Iglesia De Dios Impacto De Glorya Inc Instituto Tecnologico Oasis De Amor Inc Jesus Gems Princess Court Girl Ministry L & H Boyce Foundation Inc La Fete Foundation Turks & Caicos Islands Inc Ladies Hat Luncheon TCI Life Center Assemblies of God LINC Long Bay Hills Property Owners Association Inc Mending the Broken Restoration Centre Millennium Heights Homeowners Association Mills Institute Primary School Miracle Revival Fellowship Biblemove Inc Miss Teen Turks and Caicos Organisation Inc Mission for Jesus Outreach Ministry National Security Services Association New Life Global Harvest Apostolic Inc New Testament Church of God Millennium Highway Inc New Testament Church of God TCI Inc Open Thoughts Outreach Ministries of Love Inc CONTINUED 

August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

G&F CONSTRUCTION 4 Rock House, Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

G&G CONSTRUCTION

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

MASON PAINTER

Repairs, maintains and alters buildings, retaining walls and other brick or stone edifices. Mixes mortar; lays bricks and stones and/ or concrete sidewalks; makes and repairs steps and plasters.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 346-5152

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

26304

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

CONTACT: 241-2962

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

26336

GRACE BAY MEDICAL CENTER

GREGORY WILLIAMS

OSTEOPATH D.O.

HANDYMAN

Neptune Plaza, Grace Bay Providenciales

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:

1. Must have a diploma in Osteopathy with an accredited university 2. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in Health care 3. Must have a minimum of 5 years as a fully registered medical practitioner on a register of a recognized medical board

MAIN DUTIES:

Carry outpatient osteopathic consultation within the clinic . Perform osteopathic examination . Diagnose and treat musculoskeletal ailments . Advise patient on health education . Expected to be part of practice management and administration.

Salary $3500 depending on experience.

Position hold by a work permit holder

Plumbing work, painting, flooring repair and upkeep, electrical repairs, heating, and air conditioning system.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-9681

CONTACT: 941-5252 | CYNTHIA.IIMS@TCIWAY.TC

JV’S TRUCKING SERVICES

ISLAND LANDSCAPING

(4) AUDIT SENIORS DUTIES: • Plan and execute audits in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) or US GAAS for a wide range of clients.

• Review financial statements and accounting records to ensure they are in

LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

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

SOUTH DOCK ROAD, 346-2311

SKILLS REQUIRED: Qualified ACA, ACCA, CPA or ACMA

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compliance with (IFRS), (IFRS for SMEs) or US GAAP. • Identify and communicate auditing and technical matters to senior team members and the client.

• Examine and report on the design and implementation of internal controls within the organisation.

Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 per annum

APPLICATIONS CAN BE SENT TO CONTACT@TC.GT.COM No later than, August 20, 2021 | Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

DRIVER

Transport and dump loose materials, such as sand, gravel, crushed rock, Transport and dump garbage and trashes.

Transport paving materials and hauling construction materials to customer locations. Pay: 12.00 per hour RENEWAL, THIS POSITION IS HELD

BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE, RENEWAL. 26290

26319

SOUTH DOCK ROAD, SOUTH DOCK Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE WORKER

• Cutting trees, planting flowers, and maintaining plants.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 342-5808

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

26347

HYACINTH BEEN

104 WALTER COX DRIVE, KEW TOWN Is seeking a

DOMESTIC WORKER

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $300 weekly

CONTACT: 244-1490

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 26314

JACQUELINE CESAR

#254 HIGHLAND CIRCLE, BLUE HILLS

LABOURER

Duties: Yard work, trimming trees, taking out trash. Salary $6.25 per hour. Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 242-1358

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. These positions are currently held by work permit holders.

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Panthers Track Club Turks and Caicos Islands Postpartum Depression Awareness Provo Amateur Basketball Association Inc Provo Marine Biology Center Inc. Provo Senior Citizen Club Revival Faith Center Intl - The Potter’s House Inc Salt Haven Foundation South Caicos H.O.P.E Foundation Swim and Surf TCI TCI American Football Academy Inc TCI Aware Inc TCI Middle School TCI Patriots TCI Rising Stars Basketball Club TCI Sports Awards Association TCI Tech Initiative The Astra Charitable Trust The Class of 2005 Charity The Institute of Internal Auditors TCI Chapter The Kiteboarding Association of TCI Inc

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The Progressive Democrative Alliance The Turks and Caicos Islands Baptist Union Inc The Turks and Caicos Islands Electrical Contractors Association Inc Tiger School of Shotokan Karate Trinity Baptist Church Triple Double Basketball Program Turks and Caicos Animal Welfare Committee Turks and Caicos Boxing Federation Turks and Caicos Branch Guide Association Turks and Caicos Islands Fitness and Body Building Federation Turks and Caicos Islands Teachers Association Turks and Caicos Red Cross Inc Turks and Caicos Taxi Union Ltd Turks and Caicos VolleyBall Federation Turks and Caicos Weightlifting Federation United Taxi Alliance United Way Turks and Caicos Islands Inc Whitby Community Improvement Association

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August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PRADDO JOB ADVERTISEMENT Praddo is a design-built construction company that offers and produces high-end project. We are looking experience professionals who are passionate and dedicated in making our clients’ concepts a reality.

*CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER responsibilities include: Collaborating with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project. Negotiating contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements. Obtaining permits and licenses from appropriate authorities An excellent Construction Project Manager must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results.

The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind and great organizational skills. The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project • Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements • Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities • Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations • Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met • Acquire equipment and material and monitor stocks to timely handle inadequacies • Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities • Supervise the work of laborers, mechanics etc. and give them guidance when needed • Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports • Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues REQUIREMENTS • 10 – 15 years’ Experience in large scale steel construction • 5 – 10 years’ experience with projects over $50M • Proven experience as construction project manager • In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles • Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards • Good knowledge of MS Office • Familiarity with construction/ project management software • Outstanding communication and negotiation skills • Excellent organizational and time-management skills • A team player with leadership abilities • PMP or equivalent certification will be an advantage • Caribbean experience an asset. Salary Range: $30k-$ 36k INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN EMAIL COVER LETTER OUTLINING YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORTING EXPERIENCE ALONG WITH IDENTIFICATION TO PRADDOLUX@GMAIL.COM

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

ORIEN CNSTRUCTION South Well, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

2 HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS (RENEWALS)

Operate machines such as loaders, dump trucks, and distributor trucks.

3 DRIVERS (2 RENEWALS)

Transport materials.

Inspecting vehicles for mechanical issues, and basic repair work.

MECHANIC

Engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters.

Salaries based on experience

CONTACT: 431-7116

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

26313

DOMESTIC WORKER REQUIRED For a private family villa in Providenciales operated by Helle Coles. Experienced Live in Domestic Worker needed for busy household.

Salary is $1,000.00 a month. Required to work six days a week.

This advertisement is required for a work permit renewal application for this position.

All suitably qualified TC Islanders are requested to submit resumes/portfolios to PO Box 560, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI or send by fax to 946 4663.

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

26292

MYSTIQUE CAR RENTAL & TOURS LTD. Is Seeking to Employv

RENTAL AGENTS 1. Must be fluent in English with the ability to compose emails etc.

2. Must be Customer Service Oriented 3. Must be willing to work on weekends, holidays and at nights as required 4. Minimum of 2 years working experience 5. Knowledge of computer software 6. Three references required

7. Age 25 or older 8. Have a Valid Driver’s License, clean Police Record and Valid TCI Status Salary will be based on qualifications and experiences Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview This position is not for work permit renewal

Please forward resume to Mystique Car Rental & Tours Ltd. 72 Old Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Deadline: August 31, 2021

ROBERT’S AGENCY

RIGBY BUILDERS

REUBEN MISSICK

GARDENERS

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: $6.25 hourly

MECHANIC

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: 241-9541

CONTACT: 345-5846

ACTING ON BEHALF OF SUNSHINE NURSERY 3 Sunshine Crescent, Grace Bay Road

-$6.50 hourly Plant maintenance, trans planting

CONTACT: 946-5443

NORWAY, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

11 LOWER BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. The positions is currently held by a work permit holder 26301

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 26255

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26280

RONALD STORE

SAMADIA S. LIGHTBOURNE

SECURITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES (SMS)

1267 Market Place, Leeward Highway. Is seeking a

LABOURER

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

CASHIER

-$6.25 HOURLY Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers.

CONTACT: 244-2327

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board Work permit holders currently holds these positions 26385

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

TDMG, South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

SECURITY OFFICER

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

Monitor property entrance, authorize of people and vehicles.

Salary: $7.50 hourly

CONTACT: 232-3281

CONTACT: 649-331-7676

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

26251

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

26256

August 14-20, 2021

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

MONDESTIN DUFRESNE KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

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

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 346-2811

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

26249

LUX RENT A CAR 1267 MARKET PLACE, LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking a

CASHIER 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 and that there is adequate change.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 244-2327

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 26286

NATASHA’S CONSULTANCY MART PLUS

(RENEWAL) MAINTENANCE WORKER - $9 hourly • Perform minor maintenance around the building.

(Renewal) Sales Person-$7 hourly • Greets customers, receive payment by cash, checks and credit cards, Issue receipts, and change due to customers.

REFRIGERATOR MECHANIC -$10 hourly Repair refrigerators.

CAMCO ENTERPRISE

Chick A Willy, Juba Sound Is seeking to employ a

NANNY

• Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 3426595 OR 242-0287

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26259

NORTH POLE AIRCONDITION SERVICES

Acting on behalf of

#54B Snake Hills, Blue Hills 946-4986

LITTLE ANGELS CHILDCARE SERVICE

CHESHIRE HALL, PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

LTD

#382 Grace Bay Road 231-6012

IT TECHNICIAN

-$10 hourly Troubleshooting and diagnosing computer hardware and software issues.

R&B TIRES & AUTO ZONE LTD

#2086 Leeward Highway 344-9414

AUTO MECHANIC

-$9 hourly Perform engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire changes, wheel balancing, and replacing filters.

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26187

REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN Repair refrigerators and replace parts.

Salary: $8 hourly

CONTACT: 649-232-2304 Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board

PROFESSIONAL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES JOB ADVERTISEMENT

*DOMESTIC WORKER To clean and maintain all private homes, offices, villas/condominium in an impeccable condition in accordance with company standards. Compensation: $6.25 per hour.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS CAN EMAIL RESUME OUTLINING YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORTING EXPERIENCE ALONG WITH IDENTIFICATION TO MAKAJAG@ GMAIL.COM

JOHN ROBINSON

Hospital Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• Manual labor, minor maintenance and repairs.

• Must be willing to work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 232-1762

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 26283

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS FLAMINGO PHARMACY Requires an

OPERATIONS MANAGER

26317

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

PROFESSIONAL ISLAND LOOKS

Grace Bay Beach & Lower Bight Beach, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Is seeking to employ a

HAIR BRAIDER

• Braiding client’s hair.

• To work 6 days a week Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 244-7519

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26253

SECURITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES (SMS) #14 TDMG Building, Five Cays, South Dock Road Is seeking to employ a

SECURITY OFFICER

Appicant must be honest, reliable and willing to work in different business places 6 days a week when asked to do so. Salary: $7 hourly

CONTACT: 649-331-7676

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 26348

PINK ROOM

#9 FERN CL., COOPER JACK BAY Is seeking to employ a

COSMETOLOGIST

Shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. Makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, nail and skin care services.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 649-242-7730

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION LTD. 101 Grace Bay Suites Grace Bay, Providenciales Tel: 344-8971

ROOFER

- Construct and install rafters; - installation of metal, glazed ceramic/Spanish tile roof; - meet with architects and engineers to discuss drawing or changes. $8 per hour

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

BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SUBMIT THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOR BOARD OR EMAIL: HELLO@ THEKFORCE.COM. THIS POSITION IS FOR A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL.

SIMEON CAMPBELL

SIMON D. TAYLOR

26316

YELLOW ELDER, LEEWARD PALMS DRIVE Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

• To perform yard chores and other chores if necessary.

• Must be willing to work on weekends and holidays.

Salary: $6.50 hourly

CONTACT: 331-9626

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

26340

26252

GOLF CLUB Is seeking to employ a

HANDYMAN

• To clean and maintain premises • Dispose of waste and refuse; other duties as necessary.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 946-4238

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 submit a copy of their resume to the Labor Department

• Provision of expert operational input and oversight in the management and administration of the pharmacy, front-store and distribution.

• A supervisory role in all aspects of pharmacy operations including the frontstore. This will also include a role in various programs that exist or will exist in the near future at Flamingo Pharmacy.

• Ensuring operational compliance with existing legislation, regulatory and policy driven systems.

• Negotiation and development of client relationships and building contractual relationships with vendors and clients.

• Development of input and engagement at relevant stakeholder meetings and governance tables.

• Lead and provide strategic/technical expertise, advice and operational policy recommendations to Senior Leadership and the owners.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT SHOULD HAVE:

• At least ten years relevant experience in operational or pharmaceutical management.

• Proven ability in the development, management and evaluation of new programs and services.

• Advanced expertise in operational compliance including the ability to understand and apply legislative requirements, regulatory and policy driven systems.

• Excellent stakeholder management skills including the ability to negotiate contracts, create new business and maintain existing relationships with a focus on excellent customer service.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate, lead and participate in stakeholder meetings and governance tables.

• Strategic planning experience and technical expertise to support all aspects of operations.

Salary is $50,000 per annum plus discretionary performance-related bonus.

Please send resume, copy of qualifications and immigration status to jobs@flamingopharmacy.com or deliver to Flamingo Pharmacy, Cabot House, Graceway Plaza, Leeward Highway, with a copy to the Labour Department. Turks and Caicos Islanders preferred.

26241

44 CLASSIFIEDS SW CAFE

PORTS OF CALL PLAZA, 11 SANDCASTLE ROAD, GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

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: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 231-2397

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26353

August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

1 SKILLED AUTO BODY REPAIR MAN (SALARY IS NEGOTIABLE)

DESCRIPTION: • Repair and replace frontend components, body components, doors and frame and underbody components.

• Repair and replace glass components such as windshields, windows and sunroofs.

• Operates all tools and equipment in a safe

manner.

• Apply primers and repaint surfaces using brush or spray guns.

• Inspect repaired vehicles and test drive vehicles for proper handling.

• Operate soldering equipment or use plastic filler to fill holes, dents and seams.

TURKS & CAICOS SANITATION LTD.

Location: South Dock Road, Providenciales TCI Contact Info: Mr. Lewis E. Astwood, office # 649-946-4925, cell # 2310436. This ad is work permit renewal.

26293

PAMPERED PAWS

61 Gumbo Limbo, Discovery Bay, Providenciales

PURCHASER JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must have prior experience purchasing Asian & American Products.

• Must be have prior experience with Quick Books 2020.

• Must be available to work on Holiday, Nights and weekends.

Both Saturday and Sunday nights are required with a day off during the middle of the week.

• Must be have good communication skills in able to commutate with overseas vendors and logistics companies .

• Ensures orders are placed in timely

manner, customer request are met quick and efficiently.

• Must have extensive knowledge on NCR 7456 or similar POS system.

• Setting up training programs for employees on proper merchandising and customer service skills.

• Most work is required by standing for long periods of time and working in an environment that is not air conditioned such as a dry warehouse.

• Salary range between $7.50/ hr to $8.50/hr and benefits commensurate with experience.

CONTACT: 946-8384

DOG GROOMER

• Must have written evidence of 3 years grooming experience for all breeds • Must have written evidence of animal behavioral background • Must have experience with Quickbooks • Heavy lifting and daily cleaning routines required which include feces pick up and able to manually remove external parasites from tick infected animals.

• Must have own transportation and willing to transport animals in vehicle.

• Must be available to work 6 days per week • Starting Wage is $7 per hour based on experience.

DOG TRAINER

• Must have 5 years experience obedience training- written evidence is required • Must be qualified to conduct group and private classes • Heavy Lifting and a flexible schedule is required • Must be willing to work 6 days per week • Understanding and willingness to utilize sanitary regulations in accordance to kennel licensing requirements • Must have experience with QuickBooks • Must have own transportation and willing to transport animals in vehicle.

• Starting hourly wage is $7 per hour.

LABOURER

• Experience is essential. No less then a minimum of 5 years consecutive and verifiable experience in grooming and animal behavior will be accepted, references will be required • Experience in Quickbooks • Must be able to read write and speak the English language • Must be able to start work at 6am • Must be able to bath dogs in preparation for grooming, including comb outs, brush outs, stripping, detangling, de-matting and clipping • Must be able to de-tick manually and use chemicals safely and responsibly • Cleaning of animals quarters outside and inside bathing and grooming areas, including feces pick up on a hourly basis • HEAVY LIFTING REQUIRED • Must have own transport and willing to transport animals in vehicle • Hourly rate is $7 and is based on experience.

All positions are currently held by work permit holders. Belongers are encouraged to send their resume to labor department and Pampered Paws

ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONS WILL BE INTERVIEWED PLEASE CONTACT 431-1119 OR SHARWIND2002@YAHOO.COM

SUNNY FOODS BLUE HILLS

#674 Millinium Highway, Blue Hills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Island Is now interviewing for the following position:

26252

This Position is for first time work permit application interested Belongers are encouraged to submit a copy of the resume to the Labour Department. 26233

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS

S & F WHOLESALE CASH & CARRY LTD Grand Turk, Turks and Caicos Islands. Is seeking to Employee an:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Gathering and entering data into multiple computer programs • Maintaining and updating records, files and system data • Scanning bar codes, invoices and other information into POS system • Processing customer cash, check and credit-card payments • Responsible for counting contents of cash registers and safe • Processing end of day sales deposit • Receiving domestic and export customer orders • Implement employee schedules • Will perform as a substitute relief for other supervisors • Preparing and coordinating schedules in accordance to operational necessity REQUIREMENTS: • 4-5 years experience in related field of work • Must be honest, meticulous, work independently or in a team • Must be able to follow direction/instructions • Must be friendly and work well with other • Must possess knowledge of computer programs e.i. Quick Books, Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook • Must be able to work any day of the week, holidays and work different shift • Must have knowledge of BACKOFFICE POS SYSTEM • Must pass extensive criminal background check

Salary for this position will commensurate with qualification and experience.

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

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August 14-20, 2021

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

SUNNY FOODS WHOLESALE CASH N CARRY Is now Interviewing for the following position:

ASSISTANT STORE MANAGER As a Grocery Store Manager you must have the passion to grow sales along with exceptional customer service and communication skills. A hard worker with integrity and great management skills.

• Candidate must have at least 6-8 years experience in the field.

• Delivering exceptional Customer service and passion to Grow Sales and Control Costs • Identifying, hiring and training talent especially Belongers.

MUST HAVE THROUGH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Advanced knowledge and skills in computer systems, most specifically, QuickBooks Pro 2018, Microsoft Excel, and Inventory control management.

• Extensive knowledge of SMS Front & Back Office POS System • Extensive knowledge of NCR 7456 POS • Plans and directs the day-to-day operations of a grocery store.

• Develops strategies to improve customer service, drive store sales, and increase profitability.

• Ensures customer needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is quick and efficient.

• Forecasts staffing needs and develops a recruiting strategy to provide optimal staffing in all areas • Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Must be responsible in identifying and interviewing Belongers for hiring; • Setting up a training program for employees re proper merchandising and customer service skills as well as the workings of running an International Grocery Store.

• Candidate must be multilingual.

• Work schedule will include weekends, holidays, as required to meet the demands of the position.

Salary range between $7.50/hr to $8.50/hr and benefits commensurate with experience.

CONTACT: 941-8112

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

26234

MW LTD.

MAKING WAVES ART STUDIO

Unit 216, Ports of Call, 11 Sandcastle Rd, Providenciales, TCI is looking for an

ASSISTANT GALLERY MANAGER QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Post-secondary degree in arts or related discipline • Minimum 10 years experience in silks screen printing, painting and multimedia • In-depth knowledge of materials from screen printing, painting and multimedia • Impeccable customer service skills • Office and computer skills (MS Office and Photoshop)

• Must be available to work long hours, weekends and holidays especially during the season DUTIES INCLUDE: • Manual Silk Screen • Art Painting • Art Instruction • Bookkeeping • Liaising with suppliers and customers • Commercial painting and design Remuneration: $12.00 per hour plus commission

Interested applicants should Contact Albert Stubbs 649-242-9588 for more information in order to submit resumes/portfolios. Prospective TC Islander applicants are also free to lodge a copy of their applications with the Labour Board.

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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NOTICE

SCHEDULE 2 REGULATION 8 OF THE PHYSICAL PLANNING (DEVELOPMENT PERMISSION) REGULATIONS, 2018 An Application, REGISTERED PR 15580, by Blue Conch Holdings IV Ltd For the development of Hotel Development has been submitted to the Department of Planning for consideration of Development Permission on 60900/387 Leeward Going Through on Providenciales. The application as submitted seeks planning consideration for a Full Service Resort including One Hundred and Fifty Nine (159) Bed Condo Hotel, Comprised of Sixty-six (66) Condo Units in Three Buildings 4, 5, and 7 Stories, Plus Basement. Three (3) Pools, Poolside “Beach Bar”, Reception, Restaurant, Bar, Gym, Spa, Tennis Court, Boardwalk and Kids Center. Four (4) Beachfront Villas and Three (3) Town Homes.

Anyone wishing to make representation(s) may do so in writing to the Director of Planning, South Base, Grand Turk or through the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, within twenty-eight (28) days of publication of this Notice.

Dated Posted: August 11th, 2021

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

PARCEL 60718/11/K5 CHESHIRE HALL & RICHMOND HILL

– 2-bedrooms, 1-bathroom condominium unit, approximately 578 sq. ft located on Venetian Road, Providenciales.

Registered Proprietor: Nosben Clerisier

PARCEL 60604/112 NORWAY & FIVE CAYS

– Two storey multiplex building on 0.31 acres, top storey has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and second storey has 10 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms located in Granny Hill, Five Cays, Providenciales.

Registered Proprietor: Frank Duverge

PARCEL 60902/151 LEEWARD GOING THROUGH

– 4-bedrooms, 4-bathrooms single family home, approximately 1,995 sq. ft. located in Leeward, Providenciales.

Registered Proprietor: Bennett Williams & Shawna Gomez

PARCEL 60902.154 LEEWARD GOING THROUGH

– 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms single family home, approximately 1,589 sq. ft. located in Leeward, Providenciales.

Registered Proprietor: Bennett Williams & Shawna Gomez The auction will be held at the office of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, 88 Cherokee Road, Providenciales at 11 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 27th day of August 2021.

A reserved price will be fixed on all parcels and a deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids. Conditions of Sale available upon request or at the Auction.

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LAS BRISAS RESTAURANT & BAR Chalk Sound, South dock Providenciales Telephone: 332-4320

RUPERT ROBINSON

Bldg. #43, Apt #2 Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

THE SOURCE LTD

CLEANER

DOMESTIC WORKER

203W Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI

DISHWASHER

Clean dishes, kitchen, food preparation equipment, or utensils. Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, or pans, using dishwashers or by hand. Maintain kitchen work areas, equipment or utensils in clean and orderly condition. SALARY: 7.00 per hour RENEWAL, POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

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VERONIQUE INGHAM

# 5, New sub-division, Five Cays. 243-5400

sweep the yard, remove debris from out, transport garbage from the yard, cleans door frame, windows.

SALARY: 6.25 per hour RENEWAL, POSITION IS HELD

BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE 26235

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

ACTING ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT DOROTHY JEANTY Blue hills. 242-1517

DOMESTIC WORKER - $6.25P/H

Providing regular housekeeping; sweeping, mopping, laundry and cleaning dishes.

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$33

PER WEEK

LOUISE A. SCOTT

18 Gumbo limbo street

DOMESTIC WORKER

- $10 P/H Cleaning, child care, taking care of dog. Tel:231-3739 BELONGER ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD. THESE 26363

CALL 946-4664

• Sweeping the house, mopping the floor, clean bathrooms, toilets, kitchen, living room, laundering sheets, towels and personal clothing and other housework.

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 347-1365

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

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YA3B

Acting on behalf of SRF CONSTRUCTION

Forbes Building Highway 247-9445

#1,

Leeward

MASON - $8 HOURLY THREE K’S RESTAURANT AND BAR

Unit #3 Missick Plaza, Airport Road Is seeking to employ a

BARTENDER

• Uphold customer service • Maintain Bar • Mix and serve drinks Salary: $7 hourly Contact: 231-2397

The successful candidate must possess the following qualities & experience: • Must have experienced as a Room Inspector/Housekeeper at a Five Star Hotel/Luxury Villa with a high level of attention to detail.

• Applicant must inspect the cleanliness of all rooms prior and post guest arrival • Must list and itemize lost and found items • Be willing to work flexible hours including holidays, weekends, and evenings • Must be reliable and trustworthy and energetic • Handles guest complaints and queries • Applicant must be willing to look after the household when owners are absent • Possess excellent command of English • Controls waste of any product or linen.

• Must be a non-smoker Perform general housekeeping duties including laundry.

• In the absence of guest must be willing to assist with cleaning and general maintenance • Must be willing and to work well with the team • Must have a clean police record • Starting salary for this position is $1,500.00 per month.

HELPER/CLEANER

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board

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WC SECURITY SERVICES Long Bay, Providenciales. Is seeking to employ

SECURITY ANALYTICS MANAGER Salary $3,500.00 per month

This role requires significant experience in providing private security services and involves the analysis, interpretation and reporting of security data and information to improve business performance and achieve company growth. The successful candidate will have carried out security analytical work across a national area and will also have worked through various front-line security roles in their career. The successful applicant will also hold a recognised qualification at Management Level from a Nationally accredited security training body.

SECURITY OFFICERS

Salary $7:00 per hour plus benefits Responsibilities include: Maintaining a safe and secure environment for customers/clients. Patrolling, deterrence, monitoring and securing properties and business establishments. Surveillance Skills, Deals with Threats, exercising excellent Judgment, Objectivity, Dependability, Conflict Management, Integrity, Safety Management, Professionalism, Reporting Skills, CCTV and Security Alarm knowledge are desirable.

TRAINER/TRAINING OFFICER Salary from $2,000.00

Responsible for identifying, developing, facilitating, and monitoring training activities in our company. Assessing training needs, developing internal training programs, or contracting external ones, facilitating learning, providing feedback, and monitoring outcomes. Essential qualifications are researching and planning abilities, excellent communication, and presentation skills, coaching, teamwork and problem-solving. Flexibility, knowledge in other fields and all aspects of security are an advantage.

Turks and Caicos Islanders are strongly encouraged to apply:

IS REQUIRED TO WORK IN A LUXURY VILLA

CANDIDATE MUST ALSO

Lay blocks.

Renewal

CONTACT-333-6577

A ROOM INSPECTOR

is needed to work along with our maintenance team. Duties include but are not limited to: • Cleaning the outside of the villa and property as required • Collect and disposing of garbage and debris including removing leaves • Set up/disassemble equipment as necessary • Must be able to perform basic maintenance • Must be willing to take instructions and work along with the team • Must have a clean police record • This position pays $6.25 per hour.

A HANDY MAN The successful candidate will work closely with the villa manager and is expected to assist with the daily general upkeep and maintenance of the villa. He/she should possess the following experience & qualifications: • Assist with light housekeeping and grounds cleaning • Must be physically fit and able to lift and carry 50lbs or more.

• Must be willing to work flexible and long hours (weekends & especially holidays) • Must be able to work within a team and be willing to perform other duties to assist other staff as required.

• Assist with carrying watersports equipment to and from the beach and must be able to swim confidently.

• Perform custodial duties such as sweeping, raking the grounds, raking the beach, garbage removal • A driver’s license is essential as there will be a large element of errand running.

• Ability to take direction and show initiative.

• He/she must be extremely well presented, have a sunny demeanor, and have a good command of English.

• Must have a clean police record • This position pays $9.00 per hour.

THESE ADVERTS ARE FOR WORK PERMIT RENEWAL. PLEASE ADDRESS ALL RESUME’S TO HR@THESOURCE.TC AND DROP OFF A COPY TO THE DEPARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT SERVICES.

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AYA CONSTRUCTION

#12 Musgrove Hill, Kew Town Is seeking to employ a

CONSTRUCTION LABOURER

• Set up equipment, run lines for power tools, erect scaffolding, lay out tools, mixing concrete, hand tools to workers, and cleaning work site.

• To work 6 days per week Salary: $7 per hour

CONTACT: 247-1413

Belongers are encouraged to apply to the Labour Board.

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MAH PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

#4 apt. Marc Bldg., Millennium Hwy., Blue Hills Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER

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

• To work 5 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 331-6708

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26350

NATHALIE ACCILIEN SAINT JUSTE #25 MILLENNIUM HWY., BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER

• Ensuring a safe environment, preparing and giving meals, bathing and dressing children, administering medicine, doing housework, and disciplining children when necessary.

• To work 6 days a week.

Salary: $6.25 hourly

CONTACT: 341-6778

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board 26351

WILLIAM AND CLAUDETTE CLARE 214 PALM CIRCLE EAST, LEEWARD PALMS Are seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER (RENEWAL)

DUTIES: Regular housekeeping duties, which include: Sweeping, mopping, dusting; laundry.

Light preparation of meals. Any other chores as become necessary.

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 649-245-6827

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E & R CONSTRUCTION Glass Shack, Providenciales, TC. Call: 649 231 1199 is seeking to employ

CARPENTER

JOB DESCRIPTION: Measuring, marking up, cutting, shaping, fitting and finishing timber and other task assigned by Foremen. Available to work unsupervised. Wage $10 per hour.

This ad is for a Work Permit renewal.

#10 WOODLAND AVE., PROVIDENCIALES Harvest Hill. Is looking for a

DEDICATED TRUCK DRIVER

To work Monday to Saturday.

DUTIES: Need a valid driver’s license to drive the company vehicles and delivering items to different sites when asked. Salary: $7.00 per hour

INTERESTED APPLICANTS PLEASE CONTACT US AT THIS NUMBER: 649-3324286

“BELONGERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO SEND A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE LABOUR BOARD”

Only belongers need to apply

COME TO SEE VARIETY STORE

CHURCH OF GOD ABUNDANT LIFE

STORE HELPER

MUSIC TEACHER

26360

2cd Building, Residence Yard. 342-7810

Clean the store every morning, upheld safe and clean working environment, cleans customer bathroom, loading and unloading of goods. Assisting during sales. Pay: 6.25 per hour RENEWAL. THIS POSITION IS HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER. BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE

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SAM’S SHOP

#12 MUSGROVE HILL, KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

TECHNICIAN

Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems.

Salary: $10 hourly

CONTACT: 342-2511

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board. A work permit holder currently holds this position 263

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Up the Hill, Kew Town Providenciales, 241-0452

teach children and adolescents the fundamental principles of music and musicianship skills, such as music theory and basic notation, help children learn these principles, teach children how to sing or play easily-accessible instruments, such as drums, recorders or xylophones. Salary starts at $1000.00 per month.

RENEWAL, BELONGER WILL BE GIVEN FIRST PREFERENCE.

26360

VACANCIES Acting on behalf of

QUENTIN B. WILLIAMS

DOMESTIC WORKER

-$6.25 hourly Clean, wash, iron, etc. #44 Juba Sound 332-1787

CARRINGTON WILLIAMS

2 DOMESTIC WORKER

-$6.25 hourly Clean, wash windows, sweep flor, fix items, wash, etc.

Miracle Cl.,

Behind Laundry, Blue Hills 347-2093 RENEWAL WORK PERMIT BELONGER ONLY APPLY

26354

WILNER CHERY

TJ’S CONSTRUCTION LTD.

BABYSITTER

MASON

#29 GRANNY HILL, FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 347-6850

Belongers are encouraged to send a copy of their resume to the Labour Board A work permit holder currently holds this position 26281

West Road, Grand Turk Is seeking to employ a

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

CONTACT: 345-4888

Belongers are asked to send a copy of their resume to The Labour Board. This position is Currently held by a work permit Holder.

IP/VAS ENGINEER Type: Permanent PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF THE JOB:

The IP/VAS Engineer will be responsible for the real-time management of all VAS, HSPA/LTE Core (Mobile packet core), Broadband IP based networks. They will assist in the design and implementation of all IP Core, Mobile Packet Core and Charging System Networks. They will also manage and maintain Policy and Charging Infrastructure. They will provide firstline identification and resolution of faults, and ensure that all required documentation is maintained in a timely basis.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the design, installation and support of all Packet Core and IP based systems to support the technical operations of the business.

• Design IP Numbering an addressing schemes, Development, Configuration and Implementation of IP based systems • Perform dimensioning and capacity planning of IP network • Planning, designing and management of all Mobile Packet Core technologies.

• Management and maintenance of all Ericsson Charging System Nodes CCN, SDP, AIR. • Management and maintenance of all Packet Core systems which include, Ericsson SGSN-MME, EPG, Ericsson Mobile Packet Backbone Network (MPBN) for LTE, WCDMA, DNS and AAA. • Responsible for operation and maintenance of all Policy and Mobile Data Billing Systems • Responsible for all IP based systems, which include Cisco network devices (Routers and Switches), SUN Solaris/Linux servers, Checkpoint and Juniper Firewalls to ensure their high availability.

• Managing and coordinating activities that involves updates and changes by external partners in including Roaming and ISP upstream providers.

• Develop and schedule preventative and corrective maintenance policies and procedures, such as regular backups, spares inventory, to ensure high availability of all VAS and IP based systems.

• Ensure that Digicel TCI continue to operate on secure local and wide area networks with the implementation of VPN technologies and firewall policy management • Ensure that network metrics are closely monitored (QoS and KPIs) and captured so as to provide proactive network management, as well as regular feedback on network performance in the form of reports to management • Provide IP Support to other departments and external parties as required .

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE JOB

• 5-7 years’ experience in VAS and IP based network design, implementation and administration • CCNA, CCNP certification and Solid hands on experience with Cisco devices • In-depth knowledge of switching, routing, technologies, DNS, Mobile data LTE, WCDMA, GSM • In-depth knowledge of Ericsson Charging System, CCN, SDP, AIR. • In-depth knowledge and experience with UNIX and/or Linux systems.

• Design, implementation and operational knowledge of network security (VPN, firewall management, intrusion detection) • Knowledge of ISP/Service provider IP configurations • Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Computer Sciences.

DEADLINE:

Positions open to all qualified Turks and Caicos nationals.

Interested applicants can forward their resumes to hrtci@ digicelgroup.com and the Immigration board. The closing date for applications is August 27th, 2021.

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Sports Interational

Lionel Messi dreams of Champions League win at Paris St-Germain LIONEL Messi said he dreams of winning the Champions League once more after joining Paris St-Germain, adding: “I think we have the team to do it here.”

The Argentina captain, 34, won four Champions League titles with Barcelona, the last of which came in 2015.

PSG are still searching for their first title in the competition, having lost to Bayern Munich in the 2020

final.

“My goal and my dream is to win the Champions League once more,” Messi said as he was unveiled as a PSG player.

Messi left Barcelona - who he joined aged 13 - as they were unable to afford a new deal under La Liga’s financial fair play rules.Considered one of the greatest players of all time, he scored a record 672 goals in 778 games for the Catalan giants.

Messi is confident that PSG have a team capable of winning the Champions League.

He won the Ballon d’Or a record six times and lifted 35 trophies during his time at the Nou Camp, but said he is excited to “begin this new moment of my life” after a

JOB OPPORTUNITY Design Studio is seeking a suitable qualified applicant to fill the following position:

INSTALLER PERMANENT, FULL TIME

POSITION SUMMARY:

Self-motivated full-time installer required for high-end Interior Design firm.

MAIN DUTIES AND SKILLS

• • • •

• • • • • •

Hanging complicated window treatments both manual and electronic Accuracy with measuring Demonstrate manual dexterity and lift or carry heavy loads from containers Able to read and understand installation manuals and be able to carry out the assembly of all types of furniture pieces Must be fluent in English Applicant must have a valid TCI Driver’s License and hold a good driving record.

Applicant must have their own vehicle.

Must be a team player while still being able to command respect from his coworkers.

Candidate must be able to work evenings and weekends.

Must have own tools

Qualified candidates should email their CV to design@designstudio.tc or hand deliver to unit B105 Regent Village 941-4848 Salary: $8.50 per hour. This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

The closing date for application is August 27 2021.

All applicants should also send a copy of their application to the department of labor and employment services.

Please note only people short-listed for interview will be contacted.

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“difficult” departure from Barcelona.

“It was a difficult change after so long a time,” he told reporters at the Parc des Princes. “But the moment I arrived here, I felt very happy and I really want to begin the training sessions. I want it to be quick.

“My only will now is to begin the training sessions. I want to work with the staff and team-mates and begin this new moment of my life.

“I have this will to play.

I am really impatient. I still want to win, as I did the first moment of my career.

“I feel this club is ready to fight for all the trophies. This is my goal, I want to keep growing and keep winning titles and that is why I came to this club.”

‘IT WOULD BE NICE TO GO BACK TO BARCELONA’ Adding Messi - who has signed a two-year contract with the option of a third - to an already talent-rich squad is a major step in PSG’s quest to reach the European summit.

After losing to Manchester City in last season’s semifinals, the Parisians - who also

VACANCY CORAL VISIONS LTD.

TURQUOISE POINT PLAZA, GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS Is seeking to employ an

ART/PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

RESPONSIBILITIES ; Lead creative sessions for project kick-offs ; Manage multiple projects from concept through completion ; Inspire creative team and help to generate multiple concepts for campaigns and projects ; Research and produce journalistic PR releases for clients REQUIRED SKILLS ; Must have at least 8 years’ experience in art room production workflow environment ; Must be able to research and write news/feature releases for publishing in various mediums ; Ability to lead projects from concept to completion ; Must have experience and thorough understanding of visual arts concepts and developments ; Must have advance knowledge of layouts, graphics fundamentals typography including limitations of the web ; Experience with software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Flash ; Must be able to work long hours including weekends to complete the project deadlines ; Must be self-motivated and full of passion, integrity, and energy Salary will be in the region of $2,200.00 per month. The position is currently held by a work permit holder. Belongers are encouraged to send their resume to Labour Department and Coral Vision. Only qualified persons will be interviewed.

TELEPHONE: 649-346-7082 OR EMAIL AT INFO@CORALVISIONS.COM NO LATER THAN SEPTEMBER 5, 2021.

THIS AD IS FOR A WORK PERMIT RENEWAL

lost their Ligue 1 crown to Lille last term - have recruited Champions League winners in Sergio Ramos, Georginio Wijnaldum and Messi.

However, Messi is aware that in order to lift the trophy for a fifth time, he may have to face Barcelona along the way, and admits that playing at the Nou Camp in PSG’s colours would be “very strange”.

“Barcelona is my home - I have been there since I was a kid and I’ve lived so many things there,” he added.

“I don’t know if we are going to face each other - it would be very nice to go back to Barcelona.

“It will be very strange to play at home there in Barcelona with another shirt but it can happen and we will see.”

‘WE HAVE THE MOST COMPETITIVE TEAM IN THE WORLD’ Messi’s arrival in the French capital completes one of the most formidable attacking lines in history. The South American is poised to play in PSG’s frontline alongside the two most expensive players of all time former Barcelona team-mate Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.

PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi believes that recruiting Messi will be decisive in keeping Mbappe at the club, with the 2018 World Cup winner’s contract set to expire in 2022.

“He wanted a competitive team and I think we have the most competitive in the world, so there is no excuse for him now - he can’t do anything else but stay,” said Al-Khelaifi.

Defending the club’s spending, Al-Khelaifi added: “What you as a media need to focus is not only the negative side but the positive side he will bring to the club.

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Pacquiao will fight Yordenis Ugas instead of Errol Spence Jr Flag bearers Cate Campbell and Patty Mills of Team Australia lead their team in during the Opening Ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Olympic Stadium on July 23, 2021.

Australian Olympians forced to undergo ‘double quarantine’ of almost a month on return home AUSTRALIAN Olympic athletes returning from Tokyo to South Australia via Sydney will be forced to undergo a double quarantine of 28 days, a mandate that has been described as “cruel and uncaring” by the country’s Olympic Committee.

The athletes are currently undergoing two weeks of quarantine in Sydney as part of the country’s travel rules. But those making the onward journey to their home state of South Australia will have to comply by restrictions on inter-state travel and complete an extra two weeks of quarantine in the South Australian capital of Adelaide.

In a statement on Wednesday, the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) condemned the four-week quarantine for some of the team’s athletes.

“While other countries are celebrating the return of their athletes, we are subjecting ours to the most cruel and uncaring treatment.

They are being punished for proudly representing their country with

distinction at the Olympic Games,” AOC Chief Executive Office Matt Carroll said in the statement.

Australia’s Olympic team has 56 members returning to South Australia, with 16 of those currently quarantined in Sydney, according to the AOC. All of the country’s athletes are fully vaccinated.

“They have also been living in a highly controlled bubble in Tokyo, taking the utmost precautions -tested daily over many weeks,” the AOC said in their statement.

South Australia’s state premier Steven Marshall said in a press conference on Thursday it had been a “tough decision” to impose the additional quarantine.

“But we have got to take tough decisions to protect South Australia.

When we look interstate, we see devastating conditions really affecting lives. In South Australia, we had our own lockdown in place for seven days. We know the effects of that,” Marshall said.

MANNY Pacquiao will still challenge for a welterweight title on Aug. 21 in Las Vegas -- it just won’t be against Errol Spence Jr. The Filipino senator will now face Cuba’s Yordenis Ugas after a retinal tear in Spence’s left eye was discovered during a pre-fight medical exam, PBC announced Tuesday. The exam was conducted by the Nevada State Athletic Commission and took place Monday. Spence will undergo surgery Wednesday in Dallas.

Pacquiao was installed as a -300 favourite over Ugas by SuperBook at Westgate Las Vegas on Wednesday.

Ugas, ESPN’s No. 6 boxer at 147 pounds, was scheduled to defend his title against Fabian Maidana in the PBC on Fox PPV chief-support bout. Maidana suffered an injury in sparring Monday and had already withdrawn from the Ugas fight, sources told ESPN. A fight will be added to the card to once again make it a four-bout pay-per-view telecast.

“I’m very disappointed that I won’t be able to fight Manny Pacquiao on Aug. 21,” said Spence, who holds two welterweight titles.

“I was excited about the fight and the event. Unfortunately, the doctors found a tear in my left eye and said I needed to get surgery on it ASAP and that there was no way I could fight with my eye in that condition.”

Spence took to Twitter later Tuesday, writing that he had three doctors look at his eye and that all were positive about his recovery. He said he would be back to face the winner of Pacquiao-Ugas “for sure.”

“I came back from worse,” he wrote.

Worse indeed, as Spence (27-0, 21 KOs) was involved in a horrific

The Filipino senator is ready for next Saturday’s bout.

one-car crash in October 2019 that resulted in a lengthy hospital stay.

Spence, ESPN’s No. 4 pound-forpound boxer, returned one year later with a unanimous-decision victory over Danny Garcia, setting up a career-defining fight with Pacquiao.

For Pacquiao, a win over Ugas wouldn’t necessarily mean a fight with Spence would be next, however. He is preparing for a May presidential run in the Philippines, meaning his next fight could be his last.

The future Hall of Famer was attempting to score one of the best over-40 victories in boxing history against Spence. Pacquiao, 42, defeated Keith Thurman to win the WBA title in July 2019 but hasn’t fought since. During that hiatus, the WBA recognized Ugas as its champion, even rejecting a July petition from Pacquiao to be reinstated.

“The proper way -- and the only

way -- to win a world title is inside the ring,” said Pacquiao, ESPN’s No. 3 welterweight. “... I ask everyone to join me in praying for a full and complete recovery for Errol Spence Jr. Thank God his physical examination discovered his eye condition before he suffered any further damage.”

Pacquiao (62-7-2, 39 KOs) knows about eye damage. He handed out a beating to Antonio Margarito in 2010, shattering his orbital bone along with inflicting a detached retina in his right eye.

The win grabbed Pacquiao a title in an eighth division, most in boxing history. More than 10 years later, Pacquiao is still on top. And now he’ll seek to become champion once more against another formidable foe.

Ugas, 35, won bronze for Cuba at the 2008 Olympic Games and in his only title shot, dropped a controversial decision to Shawn Porter in a 2019 title fight.

Ex-Olympian Stan Wild continued gym coaching after abuse claim AN ex-Olympic gymnast, who denies abusing children, was expelled by the sport’s governing body 12 years after a complaint was first made against him.

Stan Wild, 77, competed at two Olympic Games and later founded a club in York.

In 2008, a woman reported alleged abuse to police and British Gymnastics, but after an inquiry no action was taken.

Mr Wild, who denies the allegations and has never been charged with any offence, was barred after a new inquiry by British Gymnastics in 2020.

Nikki O’Donnell, who has waived her right to anonymity, said she was sexually assaulted multiple times between the ages of nine and 14 at Mr Wild’s club.

She said the abuse included groping and touching her chest and

Stan Wild carried the Olympic torch through York in 2012.

bottom and said Mr Wild would also enter the gym’s changing room when she was undressing.

“He would also kiss me and other girls that I witnessed. He would kiss you on the lips,” she said.

In 2008, Ms O’Donnell reported the alleged abuse to the police, who investigated, but no action was taken and Mr Wild was allowed to carry on coaching.

“They should have put a stop to

it, but they allowed it to carry on and they allowed it to carry on for a long time,” she said.

In 2016, another girl complained she had been abused by Mr Wild at the York City Gymnastics Foundation club and he was then suspended.

The girl, who cannot be named, said: “I was sat on a bench and he said, ‘there’ll be no more kisses for anyone’ and I sort of went, ‘yes’ because I was happy about it.

“He pushed me back onto the floor with him on top of me and his chest against my chest and then pretended to kiss me again in front of everyone, which just made me feel really embarrassed and uncomfortable.”

The family said the way the club dealt with the matter made them feel as though they were the problem.

The present trustees at the club said they had “limited knowledge” of the complaint brought by Ms

O’Donnell in 2008.

However, they said safeguarding was at the heart of the gym.

“Our policies and procedures have been rigorously overviewed by the appropriate authorities and comply with best practice,” they said.

The trustees added they “deeply regret the hurt and upset which has been caused”.

In July, British Gymnastics confirmed it had expelled Mr Wild from membership, following the conclusion of the sporting authority’s 2020 investigation.

A spokesperson said British Gymnastics did not comment on individual safeguarding cases, but it encouraged anyone with concerns to report them.

“As soon as we receive a complaint, we act swiftly and definitively to investigate in all cases,” a spokesman said.

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Tyrone Bishop could not be caught in the race.

Bishop strategic in title defence at Coca Cola Cycling Classic

ACE local cyclist Tyrone Bishop was strategic in his defence of the Providenciales Coca Cola Cycling Classic which was held on Sunday afternoon.

The event was the first for the sport after several months due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The win for Bishop is significant since he is the first cyclist to be

TCIBF AND TCI SPORTS COMMISSION YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE WILL RUN FOR 13 WEEKS THE Turks and Caicos Islands Basketball Federation in collaboration with the TCI Sports Commission Youth Boys Basketball League is set to commence on September 4 and will run for 13 consecutive weeks.

Games will be played on Saturdays in the age group divisions: the 12-and-under and the 14-and-under.

According to information from the Sports Commission, a maximum of eight teams can compete per category.

Practice sessions will be hosted at various outdoor playing courts, while the league would be played at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Complex.

crowned back-to-back champion of Providenciales.

“It was all about strategy for this race, using my strengths where I could make gains and taking risks. No pain, no gain. No risk, no reward. I credit my win to God for giving me the strength to endure to the end, my family, friends and teammates who always support, and of course my wife, who is my personal coach. I feel overwhelmed with joy,” Bishop said after the race.

The Elite cyclist added that he tries to improve and enhance his performance in each race.

“Every race I learn from myself, from mistakes and try to do better.”

Overall, the battle was against a small field since not all of Provo’s cyclists were available for the meet.

Cyclists competed in three divisions, with the Elite and Masters battling over 64 miles and the Masters II riders racing over 55 miles.

The race started and ended at Long Bay Express service station, but of the five starters, only three finished.

Bishop, who made a breakaway from the pack and maintained a sizeable lead, was the first Elite and overall cyclist across the line, while Dan Redmond finished second and captured the Masters

title.

Kenneth Grant crossed the line third and finished as Masters II champion. The other two cyclists suffered mechanical issues and did not finish the race.

GLORY OF THE GREEN CHAMPIONSHIP Meanwhile, according to information from the Turks and Caicos Cycling Federation, the 2021 season will continue with the Glory of the Green Championships of North and Middle Caicos on Saturday, August 28.

Bishop will once again look to defend his title. More than

Tyrone Bishop (with trophy) defended his title. Dan Redmond (right) finished as Masters champion, while Kenneth Grant (second from left) finished as Masters II champion.

likely, he would be challenged by powerhouse TCI cyclists Sean Rodgers in the Elite Division and Friedise Registre in the Masters category.

According to information from the federation, Sunday’s race was made possible through the sponsorship of “Coca Cola, agents for Dasani water and Powerade sports drink; Long Bay Express Service Station for the use of their premises; the Royal Turks and Caicos Police Force as traffic escorts to ensure safety to the riders during the event; and the race committee and volunteers who assisted in making this event a success”.

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Grand Turk born Delano Williams is a top sprinter who runs for the UK and trains in Jamaica.

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TCI’s national long jump record holder, Ifeanyi Otuonye will look to impart his jumping knowledge on the camp.

TCI’S ELITE ATHLETES WILL JOIN FORCES FOR TRACK AND FIELD DEVELOPMENT CAMP – US Olympic gold medallist and Jamaican national champion expected as guest facilitators TCI elite athletes: Ifeanyi Otuonye, Delano Williams and Yanique Haye-Smith will join forces to teach a new generation of athletes from August 25-28 at the Downtown Ballpark in Providenciales.

The “Elite Development Track and Field Summer Camp” will also be facilitated by Olympic high jump gold medallist Erik Kynard Jr, six-time Jamaican national high jump champion and Pan American Games medallist Kimberly Williamson and Kansas State University sprint coach Vincent Johnson.

TCI’s first Olympian Williams is a sprint specialist, who won bronze at the World Championships and gold at the 2012 World Junior Championships.

TCI’s most complete athlete, Otuonye, is the national long jump record holder and the holder of multiple national relay records. He was also a top high jumper in his junior days.

Haye-Smith is TCI’s top female athlete and a World Championship qualifier. She holds multiple national records, including the 400M relays.

According to information from the Sports Commission, during the camp, TCI’s young athletes “will be taught how to develop their techniques in track and field events such as sprints, distance races, hurdles, long jump and high jump”.

“Due to increasing Covid-19 cases, the Elite Development Track and Field Summer Camp is an Invitation Only event.”

Persons can follow the Sports Commission on Facebook for live updates related to camps and other upcoming events.

The camp will also serve as an avenue for talent identification and will give athletes an opportunity to learn about how track and field can help further their educational pursuits.

Erik Kynard Jr is an Olympic gold medallist. His outdoor PB is 2.37M and his indoor PB is 2.34M.

Yanique Haye-Smith is TCI’s top female sprinter and the island’s best hurdler.

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